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SmartMatriX Ultra

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USER MANUAL

Summary of content (82 pages)

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USER MANUAL SmartMatriX Ultra Ref.
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THANK YOU By following these simple steps you will be able to obtain the most from your powerful SmartMatriX Ultra and its many features. 1. TRADEMARKS 6 2. INTRODUCTION 6 3. TERMS AND DEFINITIONS 7 4. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS 8 4.1 Safety instructions 8 4.1.1 English 4.1.2 French 4.1.3 Italian 4.1.4 German 4.1.5 Spanish 4.2 Unpacking and inspection 4.3 Rack mount information 4.4 Cable and adaptor information 4.5 Hardware specifications 13 13 14 14 4.5.1 Signal descriptions 4.5.
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.10 HDCP management 22 4.10.1 Input HDCP detection 4.10.2 Output HDCP detection 4.10.3 Keys’ checking 4.10.4 Output management 4.10.5 HDCP Classification 4.10.6 Status 5. CONNECTING THE SMARTMATRIX ULTRA 5.1 Description 23 23 5.1.1 Rear panel 5.1.2 Front panel 6. CONTROLLING THE SMARTMATRIX ULTRA 6.1 Web-based RCS requirement 6.2 Connecting with the Web RCS 6.3 Web RCS top Menu 25 25 25 26 6.3.1 Setup 6.3.2 Edit 6.3.3 Live 7. OPERATING THE SMARTMATRIX ULTRA FROM THE WEB RCS 7.1 Functional mode 7.
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7.4 Edit 49 7.4.1 Layer management 7.4.2 Layer adjustments 7.4.3 Effects 7.4.4 Layer selection and native background 7.4.5 Preset load and save management 7.4.6 Logos and Frames management 7.5 Live 8. OPERATING THROUGH THE FRONT PANEL 8.1 Front panel 57 60 60 8.1.1 LCD screen 8.1.2 Front panel buttons 8.2 Menu tree 63 9. ADDITIONAL REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEMS 74 10. ASSEMBLING AND DEVICES COUPLING 75 11. MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT 76 11.1 Auto Calibration 11.2 Remote maintenance 11.
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1. Trademarks 1. TRADEMARKS The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries. 2. INTRODUCTION Thank you for choosing the Analog Way SmartMatriX Ultra. Before you start setting up your SmartMatriX Ultra for the first time, please read through all of the documentation to become familiar with its powerful features.
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3. Terms and definitions 3. TERMS AND DEFINITIONS BACKGROUND: a “Background” is a source, typically originating from a computer. SmartMatriX Ultra enables you to work with live or still (Frame) background sources — visually in back of all other sources. LAYER: a “Layer” is an image display element (such as a PIP window, Key, Logo or Background) that has a visual priority — either in front (or in back) of another layer. Up to 4 independent true-seamless scaled layers are available on the SmartMatriX Ultra.
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4.1.1 English 4. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS 4.1 Safety instructions 4.1.1 English All of the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated and should be maintained for further reference. Please follow all of the warnings on this product and its operating instructions. • WARNING: To prevent the risk of electric shock and fire, do not expose this device to rain, humidity or intense heat sources (such as heaters and direct sunlight).
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4.1.2 French 4.1.2 French Afin de mieux comprendre le fonctionnement de cet appareil nous vous conseillons de bien lire toutes les consignes de sécurité et de fonctionnement avant utilisation. Conservez les instructions de sécurité et de fonctionnement afin de pouvoir les consulter ultérieurement. Respectez toutes les consignes marquées dans la documentation, sur le produit et sur ce document.
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4.1.3 Italian 4.1.3 Italian Allo scopo di capire meglio il funzionamento di questa apparecchiatura vi consigliamo di leggere bene tutti i consigli di sicurezza e di funzionamento prima dell’utilizzo. Conservare le istruzioni di sicurezza e di funzionamento al fine di poterle consultare ulteriormente. Seguire tutti i consigli indicati su questo manuale e sull’apparecchiatura.
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4.1.4 German 4.1.4 German Um den Betrieb dieses Geräts zu verstehen, raten wir Ihnen vor der Inbetriebnahme alle Sicherheits und Betriebsanweisungen genau zu lesen. Diese Sicherheits- und Betriebsanweisungen für einen späteren Gebrauch sicher aufbewahren. Alle in den Unterlagen, an dem Gerät und hier angegebenen Sicherheitsanweisungen einhalten. • ACHTUNG: um jegliches Risiko eines Stromschlags oder Feuers zu vermeiden, das Gerät nicht Regen, Feuchtigkeit oder intensiven Wärmequellen aussetzen.
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4.1.5 Spanish 4.1.5 Spanish Para comprender mejor el funcionamiento de este aparato, le recomendamos que le acuidadosamente todas las consignas de seguridad y de funcionamiento del aparato antes de usarlo. Conserve las instrucciones de seguridad y de funcionamiento para que pueda consultarlas posteriormente. Respete todas las consignas indicadas en la documentación, relacionadas con el producto y este documento.
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4.2 Unpacking and inspection 4.2 Unpacking and inspection • 1 x SmartMatriX Ultra (SMX12x4) • 1 x Power supply cord • 1 x Ethernet cross cable (for device control) • 1 x Web-based Remote Control Software included and hosted on the device • 1 x Rack mount kit • 1 x User manual (PDF version)* • 1 x Quick start guide* CAUTION! Mounting using only the front rack ears is sufficient for fixed installations.
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4.4 Cable and adaptator information 4.4 Cable and adaptor information A large choice of cables and adaptors are compatible with the SmartMatriX Ultra. Please refer to the hardware specifications chapter to find the most suitable cables for your operations. 4.5 Hardware specifications 4.5.1 Signal descriptions For each type of signal, here are the levels and the impedance accepted by the SmartMatriX Ultra.
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4.5.2 Supported video formats Analog computer Digital computer Type Levels RGsB R = 0,7 Vpp G = 0,7 Vpp + 0,3 Vpp B = 0,7 Vpp R, G, B = 0,7 Vpp RGBS RGBHV Impedance Type Characteristics 75 Ω DVI RGB – 8 bits – 4.4.4 – 0/255 - TMDS HDMI® R, G, B = 75 Ω RGB or YUV – 10 bits – 4.4.4 or 4.2.2 – 0/255 – TMDS DiplayPort RGB or YUV – 10 bits – 4.4.4 or 4.2.2 – 0/255 – Main Link S = 0,3 Vpp 75Ω or S = TTL R, G, B = 0,7 Vpp R, G, B = 75 Ω H = TTL and V = TTL 4.5.
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4.5.5 Output computer formats 4.5.5 Output Computer formats The SmartMatriX Ultra outputs support GTF (version 1.1), CVT (version 1.1) and DMT (version 1.0 rev 12) standards. Other non-standard formats are supported via the custom format capability of the framework. The SmartMatriX Ultra offers a list of pre-defined output formats. The list of output formats is always displayed from increasing number of pixels per line and then number of lines.
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4.6 Input specifications The SmartMatriX Ultra uses an HDMI plug with a standard mounting screw above the connector. Please see the diagram below. This hole is occupied by a Torx10 screw when you receive the unit. If desired, this screw can be removed and replaced by a compatible aftermarket HDMI plug locking mechanism to ensure a secure HDMI connection.
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4.7.2 Monitoring output Please see the formats available on the output: Output Type Format Signal Analog Computer/Video Ouput HDTV Computer Analog HDTV Analog Computer DVI-I Dual-Link Output HDTV Computer Digital HDTV Digital Computer 3G-SDI Output HDTV Digital HDTV Dual Video Optical SFP Module HDTV Digital HDTV Please note that SDTV and EDTV are not available on the standard output module and require the monitoring output module. 4.7.
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4.8.2 LAN interface 4.8.2 LAN interface A standard LAN interface is available through a RJ-45 connector (at 10/100/1000 Mbps) - It permits controlling and updating the device - It permits transferring Frames and Logos - It permits transferring configuration and log files - It permits connectivity with a web-client for the Web RCS application 4.8.3 Protocol Protocol Availability TCP Yes UDP Yes 4.8.4 IP address Address allocation Availability Static user defined address Yes DHCP Yes 4.8.
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4.9 Environmental specifications 4.9 Environmental specifications Dimensions: Weight:  W 482 x D 544 x H 177 mm with rack mount and handles  19”W x 24.41”D x 6.97”H  19 kg / 41.89 lb (Compatible with a Standard 19” rack, Height = 4 U)  W 445 x D 544 x H 177 mm without rack mount and handles  17.52”W x 24.41”D x 6.97”H • Cooling air flows from front side to rear. • Max ambient operating temperature: < 40°C (< 104°F).
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4.10 HDCP management 4.10 HDCP management 4.10.1 Input HDCP detection The input HDCP detection is managed by the input components according to HDCP specification. 4.10.2 Output HDCP detection The SmartMatriX Ultra manages the output HDCP detection according to one of the following criteria: - Hot plug, - 3-second period attempt. 4.10.3 Keys’ checking Keys’ checking is performed according to the most restrictive condition among the 2 following ones: - Every 2 seconds - Every 128 frames 4.10.
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5.1.1 Rear panel 5. CONNECTING THE SMARTMATRIX ULTRA 5.1 Description 5.1.1 Rear panel 2 3 1 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 11 1. Removal Power supply: 100-240 VAC; 8A; 50/60Hz; 285W; internal, autoswitchable. 2. Inputs #1 to #12: - 6 x HDMI - 9 x DVI-I (Dual link available on Inputs 2, 6 & 10) - 3 x DisplayPort (Dual link available on Inputs 4, 8 & 12) - 12 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI - 12 x Universal Analog (6 x HD15 & 6 x DVI-A) 3.
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5.1.2 Front panel 5.1.2 Front panel 5 12 2 11 10 1 3 15 4 14 9 13 6 7 8 1. Stand-by: Hold for 3 seconds for stand-by mode 2. 4,3’’ TFT color display (with WVGA resolution) 3. Contextual buttons 4. Menu scroll knob 5. Source selection: #1 to #12: access Frame #1 to #4 or Logo #1 to #4 - Color: fill in a layer with a color 6. Edit: Program: edit Program - Preview: edit Preview 7. Step Back: Recall the last preset into your Preview monitor 8.
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6.1 Web-based RCS requirement 6. CONTROLLING THE SMARTMATRIX ULTRA 6.1 Web-based RCS requirement The SmartMatriX Ultra can be controlled and operated either via the Front Panel, from your computer via the webRCS, or via one or our Event Controllers. (Control of the SmartMatriX Ultra can also be integrated into automation and control systems, contact your local technical support for more details.) The recommended requirements are: - Adobe Flash® player 11.
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6.3 Web RCS top Menu Once connected this screen will appear: In case of difficulties: - Verify that you are using the correct network cable and that it is free from defects. (Crossover or straight cable as required.) - Check your IP address. It must have a unique IP address on the same network as your SmartMatriX Ultra.
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7.1 Functional mode 7. OPERATING THE SMARTMATRIX ULTRA FROM THE WEB RCS 7.1 Functional mode Unlike some other devices, the SmartMatriX Ultra is not defined by an overall operating mode. Each output is configured individually. The SmartMatriX Ultra can be used in Matrix mode or in Hard Edge blending mode. 7.2 Display configurations 7.2.1 Single device configuration Standard output The SmartMatriX Ultra outputs can be defined in many ways.
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7.3.1 Internal rate 7.3 Setup Go to the Setup section to start to set up your unit. A Setup assistant is available to help you to correctly adjust all basic setups of your unit. 7.3.1 Internal rate Into the internal rate section, you have to define the global internal rate of the unit. This will be the output rate of your Program output.
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7.3.2 Outputs section Once the source is defined, a resume of your outputs settings will be displayed under the tab STATUS. WARNING: Configuring the rate to follow a framelock input will lock the output frame rate to match the selected source. This is useful to eliminate the “strobing effect” which may be visible as an artifact of the framelocking process.
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7.3.4 Inputs section 7.3.4 Inputs section In this section, you will define which input is able to be set as a native background. The native background will be a non-scaled input display behind every layer. When an input is configured as a possible native background, you will lose the anamorphic aspect settings of this input (see Aspect ratio in chapter: 7.3.10 Input management).
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7.3.7 The miscellaneous section Then in the NATIVE BKG setup menu you can register up to 8 sets of native Background per screen. For each set you can choose: Input source, Frames or color. Then you can choose the position as well: The position will be important in the case you choose a Frame/input which has a smaller resolution than the output resolution, your native background will be place according to this chosen posistion. Select for each set the desired native background.
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7.3.8 Output management 7.3.8 Output management Into the output section, you will be able to manage your output resolutions, formats, sync types, test patterns, etc... On the SETUP > OUTPUT TAB, the following screen will appear. A short summary of each output settings appears on the main page. You can see the number of outputs, their resolution rate and HDCP status. Select an output to adjust by either clicking on it from the column on the left, or clicking the configuration cog for that output.
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7.3.9 Input management • Vertical or horizontal Color Bars – displays color bars • Grid – displays an 8x8 box grid pattern • SMPTE bars – displays the SMPTE color bar pattern • Vertical Burst – displays alternating black and white 1 pixel wide columns Centering – Displays a 1 pixel wide dotted line at the last pixel of the output • Circle – displays a circle, no matter what the resolution of the output is. This is useful for checking aspect ratio and geometry through your system.
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7.3.9 Input management In this case, you can enter manually into each input settings by using the left menu: You now have access to a lot of input settings Under the SIGNAL tab, you will find: - ACTIVE PLUG: Select the plug used by the unit at the moment. Only this plug can be displayed on your output. - S ETUP PLUG: Select the plug you want to set up, all changes will be applied to this plug, even if this plug is active or not.
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7.3.9 Input management Under the CONTROL section, you have: -IDENTIFY: Displays a number on your input to quickly identify the source -PATTERN: Enable test pattern on the input. It allows you to start working without any plugged source. -BLACK: Turn your input to black -FREEZE: Freeze/unfreeze your input -COMPOSITE SYNCH LOAD: Set up to Hi-Z (default) or to a 75Ohm load your input.
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7.3.9 Input management Under the PULL DOWN section, you have: - 2:2: Enable/disable the 2:2 feature. Let it enable by default. The 2:2 is useful because it launches a specific frame/line algorithm when 2:2 content is played. - 3:2: Enable/disable the 3:2 feature. Let it enable by default. The 3:2 is useful because it launches a specific frame/line algorithm when 3:2 content is played. Next you have the ASPECT tab.
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7.3.9 Input management KEYING FEATURE With the keying feature, you will be able to key easily a color space or a specific luma on an input. SmartMatriX Ultra offers an individual keying for each input. Into the input settings, find the keying menu: YOU HAVE 3 WAYS OF USING THE KEYING: - COLORKILLER: c lassic color keyer deleting a specific color space defined by user. - LUMAKILLER: Luma color keyer deleting a black & white range. - C REMATTE®: The new algorithm of color keying developed by Analog Way.
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7.3.9 Input management KEYING ASSISTANT: To enable the keying assistant click on: Then use the white square to define an area which exemplifies the color you want to key. NOTE: You can use shift on your computer keyboard in order to size the white square. For the first application, we advise you to reset all the previous keying settings. Click on RESET to reset all previous settings. To start deleting, move your white square on your live image and then press ADD AREA. You can add several areas.
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7.3.10 Library management HOW TO USE THE CREMATTE® KEYING: The CremaTTe® algorithm was developed by Analog Way to perform a high quality keying. If your live source contains some transparent area or if you need to key a difficult video of people with wispy hair, you need to use CremaTTe® algorithm. Using the CremaTTe® algorithm, we advise you to start by using the keying assistant. 1. Start to remove the main color using the white square in the keying assistant. 2.
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7.3.11 Logo management To upload an image from a file, just position your mouse on the selected number frame. Then click on the upload button: and you will get the following window for letting you upload the file from your computer directly to the library on the unit. Then choose your Logo/Frame into your directory, press open to load it. To be able to use those Logos please refer to the chapter 7.4.6. Logos and Frames management. 7.3.
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7.3.12 Confidence management Affect all your slots to an image in order to have all your slots filled: Remember that you will have access to this menu at any time. Those 8 slots can be loaded with another images in the future. 7.3.12 Confidence management The confidence management allows a lot of settings on your confidence output. First of all you need to set up one of your output as a confidence output. To do that, please go under the preconfig menu, then “screens”.
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7.3.13 Monitoring management 7.3.13 Monitoring management The Monitoring output allows you to have a full Preview of your different outputs but also your sources. In addition, you have access to a lot of status shortcuts directly on the screen like HDCP status, KEYING status, FREEZE status etc.
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7.3.14 Blending management 7.3.14 Blending management You cannot have access to the Blending management as the SmartMatriX Ultra can only perform Hard Edge. To edit Hard Edge, please go into the Preconfig. menu, then see the screen tab.
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7.3.15 Services management 7.3.15 Services management UPDATE: You have several way to update your SmartMatriX Ultra: • by USB key: Simply download the update file on your computer from the website. Then take the file LivecoreUpdate_xxx.awp and copy it into the main directory file on your USB key. When the unit is running and the home menu is displayed, simply plug the USB key, the update is automatically detected. A warning messag will be displayed on the front panel screen of the unit.
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7.3.15 Services management TEMPERATURE: The temperature section will show you some component overheating alert if your unit reaches some temperature. If you have some alert enable, please contact your local technical support. HARDWARE INFORMATION: Here is a resume of all the cards information, Name ID etc... This is only for maintenance purpose.
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7.3.16 Control management 7.3.16 Control management In this menu, all specific settings, which can not be sorted under the other menus,are listed. Network The web interface loaded into the unit uses the IP configuration. Under INTERFACE, you can define a new: - IP address - Netmask - Gateway - Port: Choose the port - Protocol: Choose TCP (by default) or UDP Choose DHCP if you want an automatic IP address assignment. Under the Web RCS feature, you can define the communication Port.
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7.4.1 Layer management 7.4 Edit 7.4.1 Layer management When you enter into the Edit menu, you will encounter by default this window. On this example, we have the Screen 1 Program and the Screen 1 Preview. The following example can be applied for any other output configurations. To display an input into one of the available layers A or B, simply drag and drop the input from the left to the layer on the chosen screen. Remember that a layer can be filled with an input but also with logos or frames.
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7.4.2 Layer adjustments In this example, 2 inputs are affected to 2 layers into the Screen 1 Preview. The TAKE button on the bottom right side allows sending your configuration, made on the Preview screen, to the Program screen. The Preview screen is now displayed into the Program screen. By default, the unit works with the PRESET COPY mode. That means, after a TAKE, the Preview becomes the previous Program. In that way, it is really easy to play with 2 presets one after the other.
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7.4.3 Effects Position/Size Adjust the size horizontally (X) or vertically (Y), then adjust the width and the height of your layer. You can use the cursor or directly enter a value. To keep the aspect ratio by using the cursor, please enable the KEEP ASPECT RATIO button. You will find it on the right of the width and height cursors. Transparency Use the Transparency to give at your layer a transparent effect, all layers behind it, will appear less or more giving the transparency value.
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7.4.4 Layer selection and native background Force Cross-Transition Enabling this function, you will disable the flying PIP feature. You will force the transition of the source into the layer instead of using the flying PIP. Going from the first picture to the second picture: A: In1 A: In2 With the force cross transition, layers stay in position and each layer fade the sources. B: In2 B: In1 Without the force cross transition, there is no fade, the layers fly until their final destination.
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7.4.4 Layer selection and native background NOTES: 1/ Y ou cannot define your native background SET into this section, you can only load it. If you want to modify your set, you have to go to the SETUP > PRECONFIGURATION > SETUP ASSISTANT MENU. 2/ A set is affected to a preset (Preview or Program), in that way you can do transition between 2 sets of native background, simply load set 1 into the Program and then load set 2 into your Preview.
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7.4.4 Layer selection and native background Other layer adjustments: - CLEAR BUTTON: This button allows you to clear the selected layer from your preset - CLEAR ALL BUTTON: Remove all layers from your preset - RAISE BUTTON: Increase the Z level (depth) of your layer - LOWER BUTTON: Decrease the Z level (depth) of your layer - A LIGN BUTTON: You need first to select at less 2 layers, then you can align them horizontally or vertically. - CONTENT SIZE: Set layer size to its content size.
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7.4.4 Layer selection and native background Then fill all layers with the same inputs. NOTE: Be sure your input is set up as FULL SCREEN mode under ASPECT menu. Activating the Background Cut feature will calculate and apply automatically the best crop on all your layers in order to create one full screen image composed of 2 layers. Click on MORE, then use the FILL feature: Using TAKE you can send your configuration to the Program output to see the result.
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7.4.5 Preset load and save management - M IRROR BUTTON: The mirror button allows you to define for each layer the way it will be copied in the preset. You can choose to mirror the layer, flip the position, or flip the position and the data from another screen. To access this feature, you first need to be in a hybrid configuration with 2 Programs (see chapter: 7.3.4 Screens), then into the Setup assistant, you need to activate the “screen mirroring”.
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7.4.6 Logos and Frames management 7.4.6 Logos and Frames management On the Edit section, you can have access to your 8 still slots. Those slots can be filled by logos and frames. To load the slots, go into the Setup section and click on Logos menu. Or into the Edit section, under the logos tab, click on the Setup button to access to the slot configuration. Choose the logo into your library to fill the slot. Other logos setups are available. (See chapter: 7.3.12 Logo management) 7.
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7.5 Live You still have access to the LOAD/SAVE/RESET preset feature. Once your preset is ready to send, use the T-bar, or the TAKE button. When you use several screens, you have the possibility to load a preset in one of the screens. You can TAKE the Program on one screen separatly, or several at the same time, by clicking on this button: A FADE TO BLACK and a STEP BACK buttons are also available.
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7.5 Live The Master Memory is now saved, and can be recalled by the LOAD MASTER MEMORY button or simply by drag and drop the master memory to the screen windows. In the same way of the standard memory, you can have an overview of all your master memories clicking on the master memories tab. You now have 2 possibilities to display the Master memories. Click on the view button (on the right of Master Memory button), to have access to the block list or detailed list of master memories.
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8.1.1 LCD screen 8. OPERATING THROUGH THE FRONT PANEL 8.1 Front panel 8.1.1 LCD screen The SmartMatriX Ultra offers a LCD screen on the front panel which allows you to always have an overview of your settings. The LCD screen is a 4,3” diagonal size and a 800x480 pixels resolution. Analog Way developed an ergonomic HMI to help customer to setup the unit with the help of the front panel. You will find same settings into the front panel menu and into the Web RCS.
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8.1.2 Front panel buttons We advise you to always play on the Preview preset. Then you can build your own preset using the LAYER SELECTION buttons: • Press native BKG button then press a source button (1-8) to affect the SET 1-8 into the selected preset (selected screen/selected Program or Preview) • Press A or B to have access to a live layer, into this layer you can affect a source (press the SOURCE button 1-12) or affect a frame/logo pressing the FRAME/LOGO button and then press the SOURCE button 1-12.
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8.1.2 Front panel buttons FINE TUNING: The SmartMatrix Ultra front panel allows you to use the scroll knob button to navigate easily into the menu. Pressing on this specific button will enable/disable the FINE TUNING feature. This feature increases the sensibility of the button and can be helpful if you want to adjust a specific value in a high band value.
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8.2 Menu tree 8.2 Menu tree DASHBOARD ABOUT DEVICE SUMMARY INTERNAL RATE STATUS SCREENS SCREEN STATUS (1 to 4) OUTPUTS OUTPUT STATUS (1 to 4) INPUTS INPUT STATUS (1 to 12) LOGOS FRAME STATUS (1 to 4) LOGO STATUS (1 to 4) OUTPUTS OUTPUT (1 to 4) SIGNAL FORMAT RATE (STATUS) ANALOG TYPE RGBS RGsB RGB HV YUV DIGITAL TYPE RGB 0-255 RGB 16-235 YUV CONTROL PATTERNS CHANNELS ALL RED GREEN [...
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8.2 Menu tree INPUTS INPUT (1 to 12) LABEL (ACTIVE PLUG) SIGNAL SELECT ACTIVE PLUG SDI DVI-D HDMI ANALOG DVI-A PLUG SETUP SDI LABEL SIGNAL TYPE YUV ENABLE DUAL INPUT (status) NATIVE INPUT (status) CONTROL IDENTIFIER PATTERN BLACK FREEZE STATUS IMAGE SIZE FORMAT SIZE FIELD FREQUENCY LINE FREQUENCY SYNC TYPE SCAN TYPE SLOT DVI-D LABEL SIGNAL TYPE AUTO AUTO DETECT YUV ENABLE RGB FULL (0-255) DUAL INPUT (status) RGB LIMITED (16-255) NATIVE INPUT (status) CONTROL IDENTIFIER PATTERN BLACK [...
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8.2 Menu tree STATUS IMAGE SIZE FORMAT SIZE FIELD FREQUENCY LINE FREQUENCY SYNC TYPE SCAN TYPE SLOT HDCP ENABLE STATUS HDMI LABEL SIGNAL TYPE AUTO AUTO DETECT YUV ENABLE RGB FULL (0-255) DUAL INPUT (status) RGB LIMITED (16-255) NATIVE INPUT (status) CONTROL IDENTIFIER PATTERN BLACK FREEZE STATUS IMAGE SIZE FORMAT SIZE FIELD FREQUENCY LINE FREQUENCY SYNC TYPE SCAN TYPE SLOT HDCP ENABLE STATUS ANALOG LABEL SIGNAL TYPE SDTV COMPOSITE SDTV YC VIDEO RGS VIDEO RGSB VIDEO YUV COMPUTER SOG [...
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8.2 Menu tree SCAN TYPE SLOT IMAGE COLORIMETRY BRIGHTNESS CONTRAST COLOR OPTIMIZE CLOCK PHASE USER GAIN RED GREEN BLUE ASPECT ASPECT RATIO ASPECT IN NONE 5:4 4:3 16:10 15:9 21:9 PREDEFINED CROP LETTERBOX 1:78 LETTERBOX 1:85 LETTERBOX 2:35 PILLARBOX 1:33 ASPECT OUT 1:1 CENTERED FULLSCREEN CROPPED CROP FINDER TOP BOTTOM LEFT RIGHT USER FORMAT STATUS [...
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8.2 Menu tree LOGOS FRAME (1 to 4) SOURCE ENABLE ASPECT RATIO ASPECT IN NONE 5:4 4:3 16:10 15:9 21:9 PREDEFINE CROP LETTERBOX 1:78 LETTERBOX 1:85 LETTERBOX 2:35 PILLARBOX 1:33 ASPECT OUT 1:1 CENTERED FULLSCREEN CROPPED CROP FINDER TOP BOTTOM LEFT RIGHT STATUS LOGO (1 to 4) SOURCE ENABLE ASPECT RATIO ASPECT IN [...
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8.2 Menu tree NONE 5:4 4:3 16:10 15:9 21:9 PREDEFINE CROP LETTERBOX 1:78 LETTERBOX 1:85 LETTERBOX 2:35 PILLARBOX 1:33 ASPECT OUT 1:1 CENTERED FULLSCREEN CROPPED CROP FINDER TOP BOTTOM LEFT RIGHT STATUS MONITORING OUTPUT SIGNAL FORMAT RATE ANALOG TYPE DIGITAL TYPE CONTROL PATTERNS CHANNELS ALL RED [...
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8.2 Menu tree IMAGE GAMMA HDCP STATUS LAYOUT LAYOUT SELECTION PRESETS SCREEN TRANSITION DURATION LAYERS PROGRAM NATIVE BG SET COLOR R G B TRANSPARENCY TRANSITION TYPE LAYER SOURCE POSITION/SIZE X Y WIDTH HEIGHT RESET TRANSPARENCY TRANSPARENCY RESET CROPPING POS H SIZE H POS V SIZE V RESET BORDER STYLE COLOR R G [...
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8.2 Menu tree ALPHA POS H POS V WIDTH HEIGHT TRANSITIONS OPENING CLOSING RESET EFFECTS FORCE TRANSITION SMOOTH MOVE FLIP H FLIP V FLYING CURVE RESET SPEED POINT 1 (START) POINT 2 (END) RESET PREVIEW NATIVE BG SET COLOR R G B TRANSPARENCY TRANSITION TYPE LAYER SOURCE POSITION/SIZE X Y WIDTH HEIGHT RESET TRANSPARENCY TRANSPARENCY RESET CROPPING POS H SIZE H POS V SIZE V [...
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8.2 Menu tree BORDER STYLE COLOR R G B ALPHA POS H POS V WIDTH HEIGHT TRANSITIONS OPENING CLOSING RESET EFFECTS FORCE TRANSITION SMOOTH MOVE FLIP H FLIP V FLYING CURVE RESET SPEED POINT 1 (START) POINT 2 (END) RESET MASTER ALPHA LAYOUT SAVE PRESET LOAD PRESET CONFIDENCE GENERAL MARGIN BACKGROUND COLOR SCREEN LAYOUT SOURCE 1 SOURCE 2 SOURCE 3 [...
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9. Additional remote control systems 9. ADDITIONAL REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEMS The SmartMatriX Ultra offers the ability to be controlled by multiple simultaneous connections. This functionality allows for multiple operator stations and operators. For example, one operator may connect a computer using the WebRCS and focus their efforts on managing Screen 1, while a second operator connects a second computer and uses the webRCS to manage Screen 2.
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10. Assembling and devices coupling 10. ASSEMBLING AND DEVICES COUPLING The SmartMatriX Ultra can be used in multiple device configuration such as a large multi-device screen blend (Hard Edge and Soft Edge). In cases where the blended screen involves more than one SmartMatriX Ultra device, it becomes desirable to improve the syncronization or effects and transitions between the multiple units, to ensure the consistency of any moving images which cross the boundary between devices.
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11.1 Auto Calibration 11. MAINTENANCE AND SUPPORT 11.1 Auto Calibration The SmartMatriX Ultra includes an automatic calibration system. This system will calibrate all analog outputs/ inputs thanks to internal test pattern. To be sure the calibration will do in the right way, please unplug all video input/output cable. The unit is able to perform itself the calibration without any other devices plugged. Go into the CONTROL menu, and then auto calibrate.
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11.3 Dashboard (Web RCS) 11.3 Dashboard (Web RCS) On the Web RCS, you have access to a chart with global information on the unit. Please click on the Dashboard button: On this chart, you will find under the INFO tab, the Device name, the Serial number of your product, the actual firmware and the software version of the Web RCS. Under CONNECTIVITY, you will find the current IP address of your unit and its MAC address.
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12.1 HDCP 12. APPLICATIONS NOTE AND TIPS 12.1 HDCP HDCP is a content protection mechanism which uses encrpytion to prevent high value content from being delivered to non-authorized devices. For example, Blu-ray players use HDCP on their HDMI outputs to ensure that the HDMI output cannot be routed to a digital recording device.
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13.1 Warranty conditions 13. WARRANTY 13.1 Warranty conditions Analog Way warrants the product against any defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase when used in accordance with the user’s manual and standard industry practices. • In the unlikely event of any malfunction from such defects during the warranty period, Analog Way will, at its discretion, repair or replace the defective units.
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14. Contact information 14. CONTACT INFORMATION GERMANY UNITED KINGDOM RMANY GDOM GERMANY FRANCE FRANCE ITALY UNITED KINGDOM UNITED STATES ITALY FRANCE ITALY SINGAPORE SINGAPORE UNITED STATES ORE SINGAPORE The Americas Europe, Middle East & Africa Asia Pacific Analog Way SAS - Headquarters Tel.: +33 (0)1 81 89 08 60 Fax: +33 (0)1 57 19 04 54 2/4 rue Georges Besse 92160 Antony FRANCE Analog Way Inc. Tel.
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