4-463-319-11 (1) Live Content Producer Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. AWS-750 Software Version 1.
Table of Contents Important Notes..........................................5 Copyrights ................................................... 5 Note on Faulty Pixels on the LCD Panel .... 5 Points to Check Before Using Devices ....... 5 Installation .................................................. 5 Note on Images Used in this Manual .......... 5 Step 4: Video Switching .......................... 26 Switching after Viewing a Preview Video ...............................................
Advanced Operations Compositing Videos Using Picture-inPicture (PinP) ....................................52 Selecting Composite Patterns ................... 52 Selecting Composite Materials ................. 53 Adjusting Overlay Videos ........................ 54 Inserting People onto Backgrounds (Chroma Keying)................................54 Selecting Composite Patterns ................... 55 Selecting Composite Materials ................. 55 Adjusting Overlay Video 1 .......................
Maintenance..............................................94 Specifications ..........................................94 Main Unit .................................................. 94 Performance .............................................. 96 Functions ................................................... 96 Supported Input Formats .......................... 97 Supported Output Formats ........................ 98 File Formats .............................................. 98 Data Saved to Projects ........
Important Notes Copyrights Using this unit for video and/or audio switching, or distribution over the Internet or otherwise may in some cases require the permission of the copyright holder of the video or audio. To protect copyright, observe the following points carefully when using this unit. • When connecting a recording device to this and recording video or audio, carefully observe laws relating to copyright.
Background video Logo 1 Overview Title 1 Overview Features The AWS-750 Live Content Producer is an all-in-one audiovisual production system equipped with video switching, camera control, audio mixing, and live Internet distribution functions. Video switching and audio mixing can be performed via simple operations.
Recording to internal storage You can record video composites and mixed down audio to the unit’s internal storage. The recorded files can be edited using various nonlinear editors. Overview Two-channel output (AUX) In addition to PGM, another video output (AUX) is available on this unit. You can use this feature when you want to output two different videos using two projectors, or when you want to output a video without the titles and logos of the PGM output.
System Configuration and Operation Flow A system configuration example and the settings required for the configuration are described here.
Use in Lectures and Seminars Overview Remote camera Projector Large screen Microphone Computer used for presentation Camera PGM Blu-ray disc / DVD Computer used for displaying materials Nonlinear editing device AWS-750 Preparation settings Controlling remote cameras (page 45) • Recording settings (page 67) • Remote camera settings (page 82) • Camera angle settings (page 45) r Mixing audio (page 29) r Operation flow Switching to picture-in-picture (page 52) Displaying images from the project
Parts Identification Overview Front 7 6 4 The unit’s displays are touchscreens. For details on operations, see “Using the Touchscreens” (page 19). a Main display Displays the main screen used for performing video switching operations. For details on basic operations, see “Main Screen” (page 31). b Power indicator Lights green when the unit is turned on. c L button Performs operations, such as source switching. The function of this button is identical to that of the [Take] button in the main screen.
Left Overview a Ventilation holes Do not block the ventilation holes. Doing so may cause internal overheating, resulting in fire or damage to the unit. When moving the unit after use, allow the unit to cool down sufficiently beforehand. b 1 (power) switch Turns the unit on or off (page 23). To turn off the unit, you can hold the switch for at least 4 seconds to force shutdown. If you force shutdown, the unit’s settings data may not be saved in some cases.
Right Overview 3 6 5 4 1 2 a USB ports ×4 Connect USB storage devices, keyboards, and other external devices here. The SuperSpeed USB (USB3.0) is supported. USB cameras and other USB devices not mentioned in this document are not supported. Note Each of the USB ports can supply a current of up to 900 mA. However, be sure to keep the total current of the four ports within 6 W (5 V 1200 mA). Operation may become unstable and the unit may not start up if 6 W is exceeded.
Rear Cable clamp 1 AUDIO INPUT block 4 VIDEO OUTPUT block 3 VIDEO INPUT block Overview Cable clamp Cable clamp 2 AUDIO OUTPUT block a DC IN 19.5V (DC power input) connector Connect the supplied AC adapter here. Be sure to use the nearby cable clamp to prevent the cable from disconnecting. The AC adapter does not include an AC power cord. For details on the AC power cord, see “Optional accessories” (page 95). h Ventilation holes Do not block the ventilation holes.
Note Tip Always set these switches to OFF when you are not using microphones that supports external power supplies. Overview b COMPOSITE (composite video input) connector 1 (pin jack) Inputs analog video signals. 2 AUDIO OUTPUT block AUDIO OUTPUT R PGM L R MIX HDMI connector 2 and RGB connector 2 cannot be used simultaneously. Select one or the other for use. L HD/SD SDI (SDI input) connector 1 (BNC type) Inputs HD/SD-SDI signals.
4 VIDEO OUTPUT block • Video PGM: PGM video AUX: AUX video For details on selecting PGM or AUX, see “[Video Setup] Screen” (page 86). Overview • Audio PGM: PGM audio AUX: MIX audio For details on supported signal formats, see “Supported Output Formats” (page 98). a HD/SD SDI (SDI output) connectors (PGM only) (BNC type) × 2 Outputs the finished video processed on this unit (i.e., program video) as HD/SD-SDI signals.
4 Opening and Closing the Main Display Lift the areas near the release levers, and slide the main display in the direction of the arrow. Overview Opening the Main Display 1 Lift the front portion of the panel cover to unlock it. The magnet locks will lock the display into place. 2 Open the panel cover. Magnet locks Note Initially, the panel cover may be stiff and may flip back to its original position. 3 Pull the release levers on the left and right sides in the direction of the arrows.
Closing the Main Display 1 Hold the sides of the main display as illustrated, and pull the display in the direction of the arrow. Anti-glare films are supplied with this unit to protect the touchscreen displays. Overview The magnet locks will release. Applying the Anti-Glare Films Apply the anti-glare films in a dust-free environment to prevent dust from sticking to the films due to static electricity. In addition, apply the films in a well-lit environment so that you can see if air bubbles form.
Placement Center the film so that the surrounding uncovered edges of the display are even. Wipe in a single direction from right to left. Verify that all specks of dust have been removed from the surface of the main display. Anti-glare film Overview Leave about 1 mm (1/16 in.) of space evenly around the edges. 6 Place the anti-glare film back on the main display. 7 Peel off a portion of the backing sheet from the antiglare film on the side with the vinyl tape (i.e.
9 Verify that there are no air bubbles or leftover dust, and remove the vinyl tape. Using the Touchscreens 10 Use the screen-cleaning solution and cleaning cloth to wipe the anti-glare film. Apply the anti-glare film to the sub display using the procedure used for the main display. Place the anti-glare film on the sub display as follows. Placement Align the film with the front edges.
Tap and hold Overview Hold your finger in place for at least 1 second after tapping. Use this gesture to perform operations, such as displaying context menus and viewing filenames that end in “…” in their entirety. Drag Slide your finger while holding it on the screen. This performs the same operation as dragging on a mouse. Use this gesture to perform operations, such as scrolling through lists and moving sliders. Flick Slide your finger quickly and release.
• Channel fader assignments Getting Started Operation Flow Step 1 Signal name Input (L) Input (R) Fader 1 MIC1 MIC/LINE1 MIC/LINE1 Fader 2 MIC2 MIC/LINE2 MIC/LINE2 Fader 3 MIC3 MIC/LINE3 MIC/LINE3 Fader 4 MIC4 MIC/LINE4 MIC/LINE4 Fader 5 Used for audio embedded in SDI or HDMI signals or in videos played back in the Media Player (i.e., embedded audio). For details on changing the settings, see “Settings” (page 82).
Step 1: Connecting Devices Connect the various devices to the rear of the unit. If you have already connected the devices, proceed to “Step 2: Turning the Unit On” (page 23). Connection example Getting Started Remote camera (page 82) Projector Computer Condenser microphones1) Camera with HD SDI output Headphones AC adapter Blu-ray disc player, etc.2) PA system Camera with HD SDI output Recorder with HD SDI input, etc.
Step 2: Turning the Unit On Note This unit is designed to be used with the main display in its upright position. Do not perform operations with the main display closed. Turning the unit off 1 Connect the DC output plug of the supplied AC adapter to the DC IN 19.5V connector on the rear of the unit, and connect the AC adapter to a power supply. Press the 1 switch on the left side of the unit. A confirmation message appears. The current conditions are saved before the unit shuts down and turns off.
3 Tap [System Format] in the menu to the left. Step 3: System Settings Specify the video signal format that will be handled by the unit and the date and time. If necessary, you can also adjust the brightness of the display. If you have already configured these settings, proceed to “Step 4: Video Switching” (page 26). Getting Started Video Signal Format Settings Specify the video signal format handled by the unit (i.e., system format) when necessary. The default setting is [1080 60i].
1 Tap the tab to display the [System Setup] screen, and then tap [Date/Time]. drag the values up or down, or tap [+] or [–] to display the values. Clock display The [Date/Time] screen appears. 2 Getting Started The date and time specified will be applied to the clock in the main screen after you restart the unit. Select the time zone. 1 Select the area in the [Area] drop-down list. Adjusting the Display Brightness You can adjust the backlight of the displays.
3 Tap the [Take] button. Step 4: Video Switching [Take] button This section describes how to select an input source in the [Input] list and switch the program output video via simple operation. Video switching is performed in the main screen. Getting Started Switching after Viewing a Preview Video The video in the [NEXT] viewer appears in the [PGM] viewer and is output as the PGM output. You can switch to the next video that you want to use for program output while viewing it as a preview video.
Videos switch from one to the next. 1 Tap anywhere inside the [PGM] viewer to enter direct mode. Tap inside. Getting Started Direct mode is enabled, and the [NEXT] viewer display dims. In direct mode, “Direct Mode” appears in the [NEXT] viewer. Tip Under default conditions, tapping the [Take] button dissolves one video into the next using the “mix” transition method during switching. To instantly switch to the next video without a transition effect, use the [Cut] button. Dims during direct mode.
2 Tip In the [Option] menu, tap the area on the right side of the [Transition] button. Direct mode can also be used for switching operations outside of the [Input] list. Tap this area. Using Transition Effects You can select from the following transitions for video switching on this unit. Getting Started Cut Switch from A to B instantly without transition effects. B A The [Transition] list appears. Mix Dissolve from one video into the next.
The default transition rate is 1.0 second. Step 5: Audio Mixing You can mix the audio being input to the unit and mix it down to stereo program audio. Audio operations are performed in the sub screen. Tip If you selected [Cut] in step 3, switching will be instantaneous regardless of whether you changed the transition rate. 5 Tap the [Take] button to execute the transition. 1 Adjust the audio for each microphone. Adjustments are made separately for each microphone.
Adjusting the audio level for monitoring Viewing the audio level meter Drag the [Monitor Level] slider to adjust the output level of the HEADPHONES jack and internal speakers within a range of 0 to 255. Over-level indicator Lights red at the 0 dB level. [Monitor Level] adjustment Lights green up to the current level. Getting Started For details on further operations and adjustments, see “Performing Detailed Audio Adjustments” (page 63). The bottom “–∞” level is always lit green.
Video switching is performed in the main screen, while various adjustments and settings are performed in the sub screen. The results of adjustments and settings are applied immediately in the main screen. Depending on the adjustments and settings, perform them while viewing the main screen. Basic Operations Using the Screens This section describes the features of the main screen and sub screen and how to operate them.
[Input] list: Displays a list of videos being input to the unit’s input connectors, signals created internally on the unit (i.e., black and color bar signals), and other input sources. You can also add sources to the list and edit them. For details, see “Creating Lists” (page 37). b [Move] Allows you to change the sort order of the items displayed in the [Scene] and [Input] lists (page 41). c Clock display (page 24) Basic Operations d [PGM] viewer Displays the current program output video.
Disabled The material is ready for use but is not selected for use in the next program output. When you recall a scene while a title or logo is protected, the video composite will be as follows. Current status of the logo Protected Scene Enabled Closed buttons If the material for an option is not ready for use or the option is excluded from use with the next program output, the button will be closed.
i Option list Displays a list of content for the option. Select the content you want to add to videos in this list. Example: [Title 1] list Return to the [Option] menu. Change the sort order of the list (page 41). m Program output control area Allows you to perform operations for the program output. [Transition Rate]: Adjusts the transition rate of program video switching. [Cut] button: Switches the program video using a cut transition.
Sub Screen You can perform adjustments, configure settings, and enter text in the sub screen. Tapping each tab displays its respective operation screen. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Basic Operations a [Audio Mixer] screen Allows you to perform audio adjustments and mixing. The [Audio Mixer] screen appears immediately after the unit starts up. For details, see “Step 5: Audio Mixing” (page 29).
d [Recording] tab Output can be recorded onto the unit’s internal storage in high-quality picture and audio. You can perform operations and configurations related to recording in the [Recording] screen. For details, see “Recording Outputs from the Unit to the Internal Storage” (page 67). e [Streaming] tab Output can be encoded on the unit and streamed live using an external server or recorded as a VOD (video on demand) file.
Creating Lists You can create lists by adding materials to the [Input] list, [Title 1]/[Title 2] list, [Logo 1]/[Logo 2] list, and [AUX] list. Lists are created using the context menu that appears when you tap and hold an area within the respective list. The operations that can be performed and the materials that can be added will differ depending on the list.
Adding Input Sources to the Lists (Add Source) 3 Tap [Close] to close the dialog box. The input source is added to the specified position. Add the external signals configured in the [Video Setup] screen of the [System Setup] menu and the unit’s internally generated signals to the lists. 1 Display the context menu in the position you want to add the input source, and select [Add Source]. If you perform the operation on a button, the item will be added below that button.
2 Tap the file you want to add to place a check mark on it, and then tap [OK]. Tip Only one instance of the Media Player can be added per list. You can select multiple files. Display the context menu in the position you want to add the Media Player, and select [Add Media Player]. If you perform the operation on a button, the item will be added below that button. Basic Operations You can view the thumbnail and resolution of the file highlighted in blue. 3 Tap [Close] to close the dialog box.
If you perform the operation on a button, the item will be added below that button. Editing Text Created in the Titler (Edit) You can start the Titler directly from a list and edit text for still images that were created using the Titler. 1 Display the context menu on the button of the still image you want to edit, and select [Edit]. Basic Operations The Titler starts, and the [Folder] dialog box for selecting the folder in which to save the file appears. 2 Create the title using the Titler.
Removing Material Buttons from the Lists (Delete) 2 Drag the move handle of the button you want to move to the desired position. Dragging an area other than the move handle will not move the button. Display the context menu on the button of the material you want to delete, and select [Delete]. Drag the move handle. Basic Operations Changing the Sort Order of the Lists You can change the sort order of each list. 1 Tap [Move] at the top right of the list. 3 When you finish sorting, tap [Done].
Tip Inserting Titles To produce a desired image, clip, gain, and density adjustments are required. You can insert titles onto the program video using one of the following three methods. • Insert a title created on this unit • Insert a still image title created using a separate tool • Insert an external signal Depending on the material used for the title, the title will be inserted as follows.
When you select a title in the [Title 1] list, the title appears in the [NEXT] viewer. Tapping the button again removes the title display (i.e., the title will be in its disabled state). Select the title you want to insert. Basic Operations If the image includes an alpha channel, a checkered pattern appears in the areas where the background image will be displayed.
3 Inserting Logos Select the logo you want to insert, and adjust its position. When you select a logo in the [Logo 1] list, the logo appears in the [NEXT] viewer. You can insert up to two still images at 320 × 320 size as logos onto the video. We recommend using images that include alpha channels for logos. Select the logo you want to insert. The area determined by the alpha channel will be displayed as the logo.
Enabled Controlling Remote Cameras You can control and perform adjustments for cameras connected to the unit via VISCA cable, and save the adjustments as presets to be recalled later. Displayed Controlling Cameras 1 Basic Operations To control a camera, you must assign the VISCA camera as an input source in the [Input] list and perform configurations to enable remote control beforehand. For details, see “Remote Camera Connections and Settings” on page 82.
For details on each operation, see the following sections. Tip If you tap the [NEXT] viewer while the [Camera] screen is displayed, adjustment handles appear in the [NEXT] viewer, allowing you to perform pan/tilt and zoom controls. If you tap the [NEXT] viewer again, control will return to the [Camera] screen. : Manual mode If the iris is set to manual mode, drag the slider to adjust. When you release your finger, the slider returns to the middle position.
[Camera] screen is only enabled when [One Push] is selected here. • [Manual]: Manual adjustment. [R Gain] and [B Gain] adjustments are only enabled when [Manual] is selected here. [R Gain]: Drag the slider to adjust the red gain. [B Gain]: Drag the slider to adjust the blue gain. 2 When you finish configuration, tap The [Camera] list appears. 4 Display the context menu in the position you want to add the preset, and select [Save]. . The [Camera] screen appears again.
The preset video is recalled in the [NEXT] viewer. When you select a preset… …the preset is recalled. Basic Operations Disabling presets Use one of the following methods. • Select [Off] in the [Camera] list. • In the [Option] menu, display the context menu for the [Camera] button, and select [Remove] to close the button. Playing Back Material Files in the Media Player (V1.1 Function) The following material files can be played back in the Media Player.
4 Select the category to which the file belongs, select the file to play back, and then tap [OK]. Tips • Embedded audio will be assigned to channel fader 5 automatically. • When the [Media Player] tab is displayed, the unit enters audio preview mode automatically, allowing you to listen to audio via the HEADPHONES jack or the internal speakers. Audio preview does not affect the PGM output or MIX output. Categories 6 Tap to verify file playback. Verify that playback of the file is stable.
Entering Text Text is entered in the sub screen using the virtual keyboard. 1 Tap the text entry field in the main screen or the sub screen. Basic Operations The virtual keyboard appears in the sub screen. 2 Enter the text. Caret Entered text appears here before it is confirmed. The text appears on the virtual keyboard while it is being entered. 3 Tap (enter) to confirm the entry. The virtual keyboard closes, and the text is entered.
Using the Virtual Keyboard The following image of the virtual keyboard is a sample. Depending on the functions you are using, the keyboard that is displayed may differ. The keyboard that is displayed will differ depending on the input language. For details on changing the input language, see “[Input Language]” (page 84) in the “[Language]” section. 1 2 3 4 Basic Operations qa 0 9 a [@123] (numeric) button Switches to the numeric keyboard.
Advanced Operations Compositing Videos Using Picture-in-Picture (PinP) Pattern_09 Pattern_10 Pattern_11 OFF You can composite a video consisting of one video (overlay video) inserted on top of another video (background video) using the picture-in-picture effect. You can use up to two overlay videos. Background video Inserted image (overlay video) Overlay video Selecting Composite Patterns Advanced Operations 1 Select [Effect] in the [Option] menu.
Canceling composites Use one of the following methods. Selecting Composite Materials • Select [Off] in the [Effect] list Select the videos you want to use for the composite in the [Input] list. 1 1 Select [Off]. The composite overlay video disappears. In the [Option] menu, tap the input control number button on the [Effect] button. The control number appears in the [Option] menu and the [Input] list. The number changes with each tap.
Adjusting Overlay Videos Tip If there are two overlay videos, their size and position cannot be adjusted. Adjusting the size and position of an overlay video When you select [Pattern_01] or [Pattern_02] in the [Effect] list, the [Effect] tab appears in the sub screen. Tap the [Effect] tab to display the [Effect] screen, and perform adjustments. Select the size of the overlay video.
Composite example: Background video Overlay video 1 (for chroma keying) The video composite appears in the [NEXT] viewer according to the selected effect pattern. Overlay video 2 Composite with PinP added Overlay video 2 3 Canceling composites You can only add one PinP overlay video when using chroma keying. For details, see “Canceling composites” (page 53) of the “Compositing Videos Using Picture-in-Picture (PinP)” section.
• [Size/Position]: Adjust the size and position of overlay video 1 (page 58). Tip If you want to use still images for the overlay image, use the Media Player. For details on adding the Media Player, see “Adding the Media Player to the Lists (Add Media Player) (V1.1 Function)” (page 39).
[Color Cancel]: Use this if remnants of the color that is supposed to be removed appear in the outlines of the inserted image (e.g., in a person’s hair). When [On] is selected, the remnants of the specified color in the outlines are made colorless (usually gray in appearance) to reduce noticeability. [Density]: Drag the slider to adjust the density of the inserted image. To restore the original [Density] value Tapping [Reset] restores the original value.
Configuring the [Size/Position] settings Configuring the [Crop] settings Adjust the size and position of the composite overlay video 1. Crop regions in overlay video 2 that you do not want included in the composite. Adjustment handle Advanced Operations [Off] / [On]: Selects whether to use the [Size/Position] function. • [On]: Enables the [Size/Position] function. • [Off]: Disables the [Size/Position] function. [Size]: Drag the slider to adjust the size of the inserted image.
A button is added to the [Scene] list. The image that was currently displayed in the [NEXT] viewer appears as the thumbnail. Creating Scenes You can save the current state of the [Input] list, [Option] menu, and the transition rate to the [Scene] list as a “scene.” (You can save up to 99 scenes.) Stored scenes can be recalled whenever necessary. For details on recalling scenes, see “Recalling Scenes” (page 60).
3 In the [Scene] list, display the context menu of the button to which you want to save the edited scene, and select [Save]. Recalling Scenes Video conditions that are saved to a scene can be selected as the program video. Previously saved scenes are displayed in the [Scene] list. For details on saving scenes, see “Creating Scenes” (page 59). 1 Select the preset you want to recall in the [Scene] list. The scene appears in the [NEXT] viewer.
Switching the Second Output (AUX) In addition to PGM, another video composite output (AUX) is available on this unit. You can select the AUX output from the input sources and the PGM. In addition, you can select “clean” versions of the PGM output that exclude specific composite images. You can use this feature when you want to output two different videos using two projectors, or when you want to output a video without titles and logos alongside the PGM output.
1 For details on displaying the [AUX] screen, see “Configuring [Clean] settings” (page 61). • Configure the setting in the context menu of the [Option] menu Display the context menu of the [AUX] button and select [Lock]. Display the [System Setup] screen, and tap [Video]. The [Video Setup] screen appears. 2 Tap [Output] in the menu to the left, select the connector you want to use for AUX output in the screen that appears, and select [AUX] for [Video Source].
If you select [Clean], the output specified in the [System Setup] menu > [Others] > [AUX] screen will be used. Performing Detailed Audio Adjustments You can adjust the audio quality for each channel individually, adjust the audio embedded in input sources, and perform other detailed audio adjustments. Adjusting the Audio Quality for Each Channel 1 Tap the [Take] button or [Cut] button to switch the video. 3 Verify the AUX output.
[Input Trim]: Adjust the audio input signal level (page 65). [Pan]: Adjust the left and right balance of the audio (page 65). 3 When you finish configuration, tap [Filter] Use the filter function to cut high frequencies and low frequencies. This is useful for minimizing noise. . The [Access] screen appears again. The following sections describe the settings in the [Access] screen in detail.
[Input Trim] Adjust the input signal level so that the proper input level is obtained when the fader is set to the 0 dB position. [Trim]: Adjust the input level within a range of –15 dB to +15 dB. [Pan] Each tap switches between [PGM] and [MIX]. PGM: Audio output from PGM connectors L and R. When [PGM] is displayed, the audio level meter will also be switched to PGM. MIX: Audio output from MIX connectors L and R. When [MIX] is displayed, the audio level meter will also be switched to MIX.
2 Tap the [Input] tab to display the [Input] screen, and set [Embedded Audio] to [On]. Tip To adjust the audio If a movie includes embedded audio, drag the slider to adjust the audio level. Tips Advanced Operations • Embedded audio will be assigned to channel fader 5 automatically. • When the [Input] tab is displayed, the unit enters audio preview mode automatically, allowing you to listen to audio via the HEADPHONES jack or the internal speakers.
Recording Outputs from the Unit to the Internal Storage Program outputs, AUX outputs, and audio outputs (PGM and MIX) can be recorded onto the unit’s internal storage in high-quality picture and audio. The recorded files can be edited using various nonlinear editors. [File Name]: Enter the name of the file to be recorded using up to 20 alphanumeric characters. You cannot overwrite files using the same name. [Time Code Mode]: Select the timecode to use to start recording.
• When the remaining recording time reaches 0 minutes. • When the recording time of a single file reaches 6 hours. Stopping recording Tap the [Stop] button. Streaming Program video can be encoded on the unit and streamed live using an external server or saved to the unit’s internal storage. Saved data can be exported to USB storage devices and other external drives as VOD (Video On Demand) files, and then uploaded to video-sharing websites via a computer and played back.
2 Tap in the sub screen to display the [System Setup] screen, and tap [Network]. 1 2 4 3 The [Network] screen appears. 3 Select [IPv4] or [IPv6] according to your operating environment, configure the necessary settings, and then tap [Apply]. 1 Advanced Operations a [URL] and [Stream Key] Enter the URL and stream key for the broadcast. When importing an XML file downloaded from Ustream, tap [Import] and import the XML file from the [Import] dialog box that appears.
[High Bandwidth-Flash]: Flash settings for the high bandwidth. [Medium Bandwidth-Flash]: Flash settings for the middle bandwidth. [Low Bandwidth-Flash]: Flash settings for the low bandwidth. Stopping transmission Tap the [Stop] button. c [Video Source] Select [PGM] or [AUX] as the video you want to encode with this unit. d [Audio Source] Select [PGM] or [MIX] as the audio you want to encode with this unit.
Starting recording Tap the [Start] button. Using External Devices for Video Switching and Other Operations You can connect external devices, such as keyboards and X-keys, to the unit’s USB port and use them to perform certain main screen operations, such as video switching. Keyboard Operations Recording starts. During recording, the [Start] button changes to [Stop] and the recording time appears (hh:mm:ss). In addition, the [REC] streaming status at the top of the main screen lights red.
Item Key Description Go to Option Menu F8 Display the [Option] menu. When one of the [Option] menu’s lists is displayed, pressing this key returns to the [Option] menu. Title/Logo On/Off 1) F9 Enables/disables [Title 1]. F10 Enables/disables [Title 2]. F11 Enables/disables [Logo 1]. F12 Enables/disables [Logo 2]. 1) When the [Option] menu is displayed, all of keys F9 to F12 are enabled. When any of the lists are displayed, only the corresponding key is enabled.
3 To create a new folder, tap [New Folder]. An “Untitled” folder is added to the bottom of the list. To create the title in an existing folder, select the folder and tap [Open]. In this case, the Titler starts without going to temple selection. Tip The graphic of the template cannot be edited. Quitting the Titler Tap [Close] at the top right of the [Titler] screen. 4 The [Titler] screen closes, and the main screen appears again.
Using the [Titler] Screen 1 2 3 4 Advanced Operations 5 a File list Displays a list of titles stored in the currently opened folder. The folder name appears at the top left. You can also display the context menu for the button to perform file operations. Folder name A thumbnail and the text objects included in the file appear on each button. [Create New]: Create a new title file (page 75). [Copy]: Copy the selected file. [Paste]: Insert a copied file below the selected button.
The pattern selected here will only appear in the editing area. It will not be used as the background of the title. [Close]: Quit the Titler. Creating Titles 1 c Editing area (page 75) Edit the title in this area. d Text objects These are the text objects that you entered. You can create up to four text objects for a single file. You can enter up to 300 characters in a single object and insert line breaks. Display the context menu in the file list, and select [Create New].
selected object. A caret appears, allowing you to enter text. Caret • Enter text (select all) When you double-tap a text object, text entry mode is enabled in a select all state. Advanced Operations • Enter text (partial select) When you tap and hold on text, text entry mode is enabled in a partial select state. You can drag the handles to adjust the selection range. You can manage the following types of file stored on the unit’s internal storage using the File Manager.
Using the [File Manager] Screen 1 2 3 4 5 Advanced Operations 0 9 8 a Categories Files stored on the internal storage are divided into the following categories. When you select a category, a list of files appears in the 5 file list. • [Still]: Includes still image files imported to the internal storage. Materials created using the Titler are also included in this category. • [Movie]: Includes movie files imported to the internal storage.
For details on the Titler, see “Creating Titles (Titler)” (page 72). j File information Displays the thumbnail and resolution of the file selected in the list. Renaming Files Importing Files You can import still image and movie files to the unit’s internal storage for as materials. You can rename imported files. For details, see “Renaming Files” (page 78). Preparing files You can rename files stored on the unit’s internal storage.
[Font]: Fonts used in the Titler. • Still images and videos – Files taller than 16:9: Aspect ratios will be retained with black bars added to the left and right. – Files wider than 16:9: Aspect ratios will be retained with the image enlarged vertically and the left and right sides cropped. 3 Connect the external drive on which the file you want to import is stored to a USB port. 4 Tap V in the list to the right, and select the external drive from which to import in the list that appears.
Exporting Files You can copy recorded files and VOD files stored on the unit’s internal storage to external drives. If necessary, format the external drives beforehand. 1 Connect the USB storage device or external drive you want to format to a USB port. 2 Tap [Format Drive] at the bottom left of the [File Manager] screen. For details on formatting, see “Formatting External Drives” (page 80). 1 Tap the [Export] tab to display the [Export] screen.
Saving and Loading Settings Loading Settings Select the project file you want to load in the [Load] screen of [Project], and tap [Load]. You can save the current setting configurations to the internal storage as files (up to 99). These files are referred to as “projects.” Tip Some conditions, such as tab selection states, are not saved. Saving Settings 1 Display the [System Setup] screen, and tap [Project]. The project file is loaded onto the unit.
Configure the address number for each camera, and use the address numbers to specify which cameras to control. Settings For details configuring address numbers, refer to the instruction manual for the remote camera. Remote Camera Connections and Settings Supported models Sony remote cameras • BRC-H700 • BRC-H900 • BRC-Z330 • BRC-Z700 You can connect up to seven VISCA-compatible cameras to the unit via a daisy chain connection and control them.
• Display the [Camera] context menu in the [Option] menu, and select [Reset Camera] Cameras for which remote control is enabled appear as “address (model name).” Linking the power control of the unit and remote cameras When the reset the cameras, connection will be reestablished for all cameras connected for remote control. Depending on the camera model, the pan and tilt may return to their default positions.
Configuring System Settings ([System Setup] menu) Displaying the [System Setup] Screen Tap the tab at the top right of the sub screen to display the [System Setup] menu. You can configure the following system settings in the [System Setup] menu. Settings Screen Description Language Specify the language displayed page 84 on the various screens and used for text entry. Reference Date/Time Configure the unit’s internal clock. page 24 Network Configure the unit’s network settings.
[IPv4] Configure the IP address and other settings for use in IPv4 network environments. Tap [Apply] after configuring each setting. Tip The [DNS Mode] settings for [IPv4] and [IPv6] are shared, and the settings that were configured later will be enabled. Settings [Host Name]: Enter up to 64 alphanumeric characters for the host name. [MAC Address]: Displays the unit’s MAC address. [Mode]: Select the mode for the IP address and other settings. • [Off]: Do not use IPv4.
• [Read-write Community]: Enter the read-write community name. [Communication Hosts]: Specify the IP address of the SNMP manager.You can specify up to two. • [IP Address 1] and [IP Address 2]: Enter the IP address or network address. Use periods (.) as separators when entering the settings. [Apply]: Apply the settings. • For [Input 1] and [Input 3]: Select [SDI] or [Composite]. • For [Input 2] and [Input 4]: Select [RGB] or [HDMI]. Tip [Input 5] and [Input 6] are fixed at SDI.
the setting value to display the [Free Run Time] dialog box, and then preset the time. Video output connectors Tip When [Auto] is selected for RGB or HDMI, the unit and output destination device are linked and the optimal signal is output, and the video will be displayed at the resolution of that signal. [Audio Setup] Screen Configure audio input and output settings and adjust settings. The following items are available in the [Audio Setup] settings.
• [SDI 1], [SDI 3], [SDI 5], and [SDI 6]: Assign the signals from SDI connectors 1, 3, 5, and 6. [OSC (Oscillator)] Configure settings for outputting oscillator signals that will be sued for adjustments. Tips • This setting is disabled when [RGB] is used for HDMI connector 2 and 4 and [Composite] is used for SDI connectors 1 and 3 in the [Video Setup] screen > [Input] settings.
[Transition Rate] Configure the selectable options for the transition rate in the main screen. [Rate 1] to [Rate 3]: Configure the three selectable options that will appear in the drop-down list. Tap each setting value to display a dialog box, configure the transition rate within a range of 0.0 to 4.9 seconds, and then tap [Set]. Settings [Service Log] Screen Export service logs. A list of log files appears in the area to the left.
Appendix 3 Select the external drive on which the update package is stored. Software Updates View the unit’s version information and perform software updates. Viewing Version Information When you select the external drive, the files stored on the drive are displayed. You can view the unit’s system version, serial number, and unique ID in the [System Setup] menu > [About Anycast] > [Information]. You can view detailed version information by tapping [Detail Version].
Troubleshooting Messages During operation of the unit, messages will appear when problems occur. Read the messages, and follow their instructions. If the problem persists, write down the message number that is displayed, and contact your local Sony representative. Message type The following types of message exist.
Symptom Possible cause Solution The tab you want to operate does not appear in the sub screen. The appropriate list is not open. Display the list for the desired option from the [Option] menu. Titles are not inserted properly. The image file that includes the alpha channel was not created properly. Create the image file with the alpha channel again, and make sure to do so properly. Adjustments have not been performed properly.
Symptom Possible cause The up, down, left, and right directions are reversed during camera control. The [Pan Reverse] and [Tilt Configure the [Pan Reverse] and [Tilt Reverse] Reverse] settings in the [Camera settings in the [Camera Settings] screen. Settings] screen are not configured For details, see “Configuring camera settings” correctly. (page 46). Solution I want to restore the factory default conditions. Contact your local Sony representative.
Main display open Maintenance Remove dust from the ventilation holes once per month or whenever necessary. Specifications Main Unit 415 mm (16 3/8 in.) General Appendix 291 mm (11 1/2 in.) Power requirements 19.5 V DC, 9.2 A AC adapter Operating Voltage: 100-240 V AC, 2.5A, 50-60 Hz Power consumption 160 W Operating temperature 5 °C to 35 °C (42 °F to 95 °F) Dimensions 415 mm × 97 mm × 336 mm (16 3/8 inches × 3 7/8 inches × 13 1/4 inches) (W × H × D) Mass Approx. 6.5 kg (14 lb 5.3 oz.
Video signals VIDEO INPUTS HD/SD SDI BNC type (4) SMPTE-292M, SMPTE-259M-C Composite Phono jack (2) RGB D-Sub 15pin Type (2) (Female) HDMI HDMI (Type A) (2) VIDEO OUTPUTS HD/SD SDI BNC type (2) SMPTE-292M, SMPTE-259M-C HD SDI BNC type (1) SMPTE-292M RGB D-Sub 15pin Type (1) (Female) HDMI HDMI (Type A) (1) REF OUT BNC Type (1) Analog black burst signal NTSC: 0.286 Vp-p, 75 Ω, negative sync PAL: 0.
Notes • Always make a test recording, and verify that it was recorded successfully. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF FAILURE OF THIS UNIT OR ITS RECORDING MEDIA, EXTERNAL STORAGE SYSTEMS OR ANY OTHER MEDIA OR STORAGE SYSTEMS TO RECORD CONTENT OF ANY TYPE. • Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use.
Titler Audio HD SDI 24-bit, SD SDI 20-bit, 48 kHz, 2 ch (select from 1/2 ch or 3/4 ch), L-PCM Preinstalled fonts 17 fonts including SST Medium, DFHei-W5-A, SST Japanese Pro Regular, and YDGothic 100 Pro Preinstalled templates 100 patterns and more Import font format Vector Fonts (.
24-bit / pixel RGB 444, YCBCR 422, YCBCR 444 (auto select) Audio 32 kHz, 44.
Recording function VOD recording format Recorded video format Determined by the [System Setup] > [Video Setup] > [System Format] setting. Extension .f4v Video codec H.264 960 × 540, 30/25 fps, 800 kbps Recording format Audio codec AAC 48 kHz, 96 kbps MPEG HD (.mxf) Recording source Video: PGM or AUX Audio: PGM or MIX * Can be simultaneously recorded with VOD file. Maximum recording time 360 minutes per file Format Container format MXF Extension .
Item Location Setting Titler Various settings Can be saved No Item Setting Virtual keyboard Page selection Mode selection Shift Caps Lock Sub screen Item Appendix 100 External Keyboards Setting Tabs Tab selection No [Audio Mixer] screen Fader levels [Ch On] [Monitor Level] Monitor target No (the level for fader 5 is remembered for each material) [Access] screen ([Audio Mixer]) [EQ] [Filter] [Limiter/ Compressor] [Input Trim] [Pan] Yes • 101-key and 104-key English external keyboards ar
VISCA RS-422 connection diagram to next connector Second remote camera VISCA RS-422 connector 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 RXD OUT – RXD OUT + TXD OUT – TXD OUT + GND RXD IN – RXD IN + TXD IN – TXD IN + Closest remote camera VISCA RS-422 connector 1 2 3 4 5 GND RXD IN – RXD IN + TXD IN – TXD IN + 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Appendix AWS-750 VISCA connector Use a 5-conductor cable consisting of two twisted pairs and a grounding wire (e.g., a Category 5 Ethernet cable).
Glossary Embedded audio Audio that is included in a video signal. Mixdown Combining audio inputs from multiple channels into one channel. Black burst signal A reference signal used to achieve external synchronization (GenLock). This is a black composite signal. Encoding Data rate conversion that uses compression technology and is performed based on the transmission bandwidth and the capacity of the recording media. Monitor To listen to audio and view video. Or a device for viewing and listening.
Serial digital interface (SDI) A standard for transmitting uncompressed digital video signals and embedded audio over a single coaxial cable. SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) A protocol that allows you to monitor and control connected devices via a network. Using SNMP provides benefits, such as being able to quickly determine faulty devices when network errors occur. Streaming A method of transferring audio and data over a network for real-time playback.
Index Symbols [Delete] 41 Direct mode 27 Direct take 27 Display brightness 25 Double-tap 19 Drag 20 +48V switches 13 A AC power cord 95 Access indicator 10 [Access] screen 63 [Add Media Player] 39 [Add Source] 38 [Add Still Picture] 38 Anti-glare films 17 Anti-theft wire slot 13 Audio 29 Audio adjustments 63 AUDIO INPUT block 13 Audio level for monitoring 30 Audio level meter 30, 34 [Audio Mixer] screen 63 Audio mixing 29 AUDIO OUTPUT block 14 [Audio Setup] 87 AUX 61 [AUX] lists 62 AUX lock 34 C Index
O S Operation flow 21 Option list 34 [Option] menu 32 Optional accessories 95 OSC (Oscillator) 88 [Others] 88 [Output] 88 Output 86, 88 Output formats 98 [Scene] list 31 Scenes 59 [Service Log] 89 SNMP 85 Software updates 90 Specifications 94 Still images 78 Streaming 68 [Streaming] screen 69 Streaming status 32 [Streaming] tab 36 Sub display 10 Sub screen 35 Supplied accessories 95 System configuration example 8 [System Format] 24 [System Setup] menu 84 System setup tab 36 [System Time Code] 87 P [Pan]
