Analog Way Pulse User Manual

USER MANUAL

version 4.00

Pulse

THANK YOU

Thank you for choosing Analog Way. By following these simple steps, you should be able to operate the
powerful PLS300.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION

1-1. PLS300 OPERATING MODE

1-2. USEFUL TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

2-1. SAFETY INSTRUCTION

2-2. UNPACKING AND INSPECTION

2-3. RACKMOUNT INFORMATION

2-4. CABLE & ADAPTOR INFORMATION

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2-5. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS

CONNECTING THE PLS300

3-1. CONNECTING THE PLS300

3-2. THE PLS300 REAR PANEL

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Input specications

Output specications

Communication specications

Environmental specications

Pin outs

HDCP compliance

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Overview

Universal Inputs #1 to #4

DVI Inputs #1 - #2

SD/HD-SDI Inputs #1 - #2

Preview outputs

Main outputs

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OPERATING THE PLS300

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4-1. THE PLS300 FRONT PANEL

Overview

Standby button

Menu section

Input selection section

Preset selection section

PIP button

Logo button

Freeze button

Background Frame button

Background Live button

Effect selection button

Take button

4-2. THE PLS300 MENU

Menu navigation

Home menu

4-3. WORKING WITH THE PLS300

Resetting default values

PLS300 color codes

Source input selection

Source output selection

Input selection settings

Output selection settings

Working with PIPs

PIP conguration

PIP as layers

Memorizing frames

Working with frames

Memorizing logos

Working with logos

Mixer functions

Layer transitions and effects

Working with presets

Preset conguration

Using presets

Working with audio

Audio conguration

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HOME MENU

REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE

5-1. THE PLS300 RCS

RCS presentation

How to use the RCS

Software installation

Software overview

Serial connection

Ethernet connection

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5-2. WORKING WITH THE RCS

Source input conguration

Source output conguration

Working with PIPs

PIP conguration

Working with frames

Memorizing frames

Working with logos

Memorizing logos

Layer transitions and effects

Working with presets

Preset conguration

Using presets

Working with audio

Audio conguration

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OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEMS

6-1. Axion2 - Ref. ARC200

6-2. Orchestra - Ref. ORC50

6-3. TRK-800 - Ref. TRK-800
6-4. RK-300 - Ref. RK-300

APPLICATION EXAMPLES AND TIPS

7-1. ABOUT APPLICATION EXAMPLES

7-2. APPLICATION EXAMPLE

7-3. EXTERNAL PROGRAMMING

WARRANTY AND SERVICES INFORMATION

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8-1. ANALOG WAY LIMITED WARRANTY

8-2. SERVICES AND RMA

CONTACT INFORMATION

HOW TO CONTACT US

INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL

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INTRODUCTION

1-1. THE PLS300 OPERATING MODE

Before you start setting up your PLS300 for the rst time, be sure you know what you actually want to do with
it. The PLS300 offers a one operating mode, which results in a versatile video production tool for live event

staging and xed installation applications.

* NOTE * : We recommend resetting the device to its default values every time you set up your shows or

events.

1-2. USEFUL TERMS AND DEFINITIONS

BACKGROUND: a “Background” is a source, typically originating from a computer. PLS300 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, Key, Logos or Background) that has an

associated visual priority — either in front (or in back) of another layer.

The PLS300 can simultaneously view no less than 4 layers (2 video, or live layers, 1 frame layer, or
background, and 2 logo layers).

PLS300 can insert up to 1 PIPs on a live background, plus 2 logos.

PIP: a “PIP” (Picture In Picture), is a picture, typically of reduced size, which is positioned over another

background image or PIP. PIPs can be reduced, enlarged, bordered and shadowed. PIPs can overlap,
depending on their visual priority.

PLS300 allows for Dynamic PIP on the opening and closing of the sequence, vertically or horizontally. A

“ying” PIP is also possible over the screen with vertical, horizontal or diagonal animation.

A PIP is considered as a live layer.

FRAME: a “Frame” is a full screen image which is selected from one of he seven still frames which you can

capture with the PLS300. A Frame can be ash captured and imported from any video or computer source
plugged into the machine.

LOGO: a “Logo” is a part of screen image that can be ash captured and imported from any Video or

Computer source, by keying or image cut-out. PLS300 can record up to seven still logos. They can be
positioned anywhere on the screen.

KEYING: a “Key” is an electronic process whereby an image is electronically superimposed over another

source or background, by cutting out either a color (chroma key), or its brightness or luminance levels (luma
key). Keys are typically used for titles, logos and special effects.

PLS300 allows to use a live source with green or blue background and to key it over any other live input.

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HARDWARE INSTALLATION

2-1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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 re, do not expose this device to rain, humidity, intense

heat sources (such as heaters and direct sunlight). Slots and openings in the device are provided for ventilation

and to avoid overheating. Make sure the device is never placed near a textile surface that could block the
openings. Also keep away from excessive dust, vibrations and shocks.

POWER: Only use the power supply indicated on the device of the power source. Devices equipped with

a grounding plug should only be used with a grounding type outlet. In no way should this grounding be

modied, avoided or suppressed.

POWER CORD: The device is equipped with a main switch (On (I) /Off (O)). The Switch ON and OFF is

initiated by the main switch.

Caution: The power cord constitute the only mean to totaly disconnect the equipment from the main power.

Apply the following guidelines:

- The equipment connected to the network must have a release system easily accessible and located outside
the unit.

- Unplug the power cord, do not pull on the power cord but always on the plug itself.

- The outlet should always be near the device and easily accessible.

- Power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them.

If the power supply cord is damaged, unplug the device. Using the device with a damaged power supply cord

may expose your device to electric shocks or other hazards. Verify the condition of the power supply cords

once in a while. Contact your dealer or service center for replacement if damaged.

CONNECTIONS: All inputs and outputs (except for the power input) are TBTS dened under EN60950.

SERVICING: Do not attempt to service this product yourself by opening or removing covers and screws

since it may expose your device to electric shocks or other hazards. Refer all problems to qualied service

personnel.

OPENINGS: Never push objects of any kind into this product through the openings. If liquids have been spilled

or objects have fallen into the device, unplug it immediately and have it checked by a qualied technician.

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INSTRUCTIONS DE SECURITE

An de mieux comprendre le fonctionnement de cet appareil nous vous conseillons de bien lire toutes les

consignes de sécurité et de fonctionnement de l’appareil avant utilisation. Conserver les instructions de

sécurité et de fonctionnement an de pouvoir les consulter ultérieurement. Respecter toutes les consignes

marquées dans la documentation, sur le produit et sur ce document.

ATTENTION : An de prévenir tout risque de choc électrique et d’incendie, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la

pluie, à l’humidité et aux sources de chaleur intense.

INSTALLATION : Veillez à assurer une circulation d’air sufsante pour éviter toute surchauffe à l’intérieur de

l’appareil. Ne placez pas l’appareil sur ou à proximité d’une surface textile susceptible d’obstruer les orices
de ventilation. N’installez pas l’appareil à proximité de sources de chaleur comme un radiateur ou une poche
d’air chaud, ni dans un endroit exposé au rayonnement solaire direct, à des poussières excessives, à des
vibrations ou à des chocs mécaniques. Ceci pourrait provoquer un mauvais fonctionnement et un accident.

ALIMENTATION : Ne faire fonctionner l’appareil qu’avec la source d’alimentation indiquée sur l’appareil. Les

appareils doivent être obligatoirement connectés sur une source équipée d’une mise à la terre efcace. En
aucun cas cette liaison de terre ne devra être modiée, contournée ou supprimée.

CORDON D’ALIMENTATION : Les appareils sont équipés d’un interrupteur général (Marche I / Arrêt O), la mise

en tension et la mise hors tension se fait en actionnant cet interrupteur général. Attention : Le cordon d’alimentation
constitue le seul moyen de débrancher l’appareil totalement de l’alimentation secteur. Pour être certain que
l’appareil n’est plus alimenté, ce cordon doit être débranché de la prise murale.

Appliquer les consignes suivantes :

- Le matériel relié a demeure au réseau, doit avoir un dispositif de sectionnement facilement accessible qui

doit être incoporé à l’extérieur de l’appareil.

- Débrancher le cordon d’alimentation de la prise murale si vous prévoyez de ne pas utiliser l’appareil pendant
quelques jours ou plus.

- Pour débrancher le cordon, tirez le par la che. Ne tirez jamais sur le cordon proprement dit.

- La prise d’alimentation doit se trouver à proximité de l’appareil et être aisément accessible.

- Ne laissez pas tomber le cordon d’alimentation et ne posez pas d’objets lourds dessus.

Si le cordon d’alimentation est endommagé, débranchez le immédiatement de la prise murale. Il est

dangereux de faire fonctionner un appareil avec un cordon endommagé, un câble abîmé peut provoquer un
risque d’incendie ou un choc électrique. Vérier le câble d’alimentation de temps en temps. Contacter votre
revendeur ou le service après vente pour un remplacement.

CONNEXIONS : Toutes les entrées et sorties (exceptée l’entrée secteur) sont de type TBTS (Très Basse

Tension de Sécurité) dénies selon EN 60950.

RÉPARATION ET MAINTENANCE : L’utilisateur ne doit en aucun cas essayer de procéder aux opérations

de dépannage, car l’ouverture des appareils par retrait des capots ou de toutes autres pièces constituant
les boîtiers ainsi que le dévissage des vis apparentes à l’extérieur, risque d’exposer l’utilisateur à des chocs
électriques ou autres dangers. Contacter le service après-vente, votre revendeur ou s’adresser à un personnel
qualié uniquement.

OUVERTURES ET ORIFICES : Les appareils peuvent comporter des ouvertures (aération, fentes, etc...),

veuillez ne jamais y introduire d’objets et ne jamais obstruer ses ouvertures. Si un liquide ou un objet pénètre
à l’intérieur de l’appareil, débranchez immédiatement l’appareil et faites le contrôler par un personnel qualié

avant de le remettre en service.

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INSTRUZIONI DI SECUREZZA

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 ne di poterle consultare ulteriormente. Seguire tutti i consigli indicati su questo manuale

e sull’apparecchiatura.

ATTENZIONE : Al ne di prevenire qualsiasi rischio di shock elettrico e d’incendio, non esporre l’apparecchiatura

a pioggia, umidità e a sorgenti di eccessivo calore.

INSTALLAZIONE: Assicuratevi che vi sia una sufciente circolazione d’aria per evitare qualsiasi

surriscaldamento all’interno dell’apparecchiatura. Non collocare l’apparecchiatura in prossimità o su superci
tessili suscettibili di ostruire il funzionamento della ventilazione. Non installate l’apparecchiatura in prossimità

di sorgenti di calore come un radiatore o una fuoruscita d’aria calda, né in un posto esposto direttamente ai
raggi del sole, a polvere eccessiva, a vibrazioni o a shock meccanici. Ció potrebbe provocare un erroneo
funzionamento e un incidente.

ALIMENTAZIONE: Far funzionare l’apparecchiatura solo con la sorgente d’alimentazione indicata

sull’apparecchiatura. Le apparecchiature queste devono essere obbligatoriamente collegate su una sorgente

fornita di una efciente messa a terra. In nessun caso questo collegamento potrà essere modicato, sostituito

o eliminato.

CAVO DI ALIMENTAZIONE: Gli apparecchi con un interrutore (commutatore) generale (Accesso I: Speuto

0), accendere ou spagnere l’apparecchio si fa usando l’interrutore.

Attenzione: il cavo di alimentazione è il solo modo di disconnettere l’apparecchio dell’alimentazione. Per
assicurarsi che totalemente l’apparecchio non è più collegato, il cavo deve essere disconesso della presa

murale.

Seguire le instruzioni seguenti:

- Il materiale collegato a residenza alla rete, deve avere un dispositivo di sezionamento facile da raggiongere
eche deve essere inserito all’esterno del apparecchio.

- Disconnettere l’apparecchiatura dalla presa murale se si prevede di non utilizzarla per qualche giorno.

- Per disconnettere il cavo tirare facendo forza sul connettore.

- La presa d’alimentazione deve trovarsi in prossimità dell’apparecchiatura ed essere facilmente accessibile.

- Non far cadere il cavo di alimentazione né appoggiarci sopra degli oggetti pesanti.

Se il cavo di alimentazione é danneggiato, spegnere immediatamente l’apparecchiatura. E’ pericoloso
far funzionare questa apparecchiatura con un cavo di alimentazione danneggiato, un cavo grafato puó
provocare un rischio di incendio o uno shock elettrico. Vericare il cavo di alimentazione spesso. Contattare

il vostro rivenditore o il servizio assistenza per una sostituzione.

CONNESSIONE: Tutti gli ingressi e le uscite (eccetto l’alimentazione) sono di tipo TBTS denite secondo EN 60950.

RIPARAZIONI E ASSISTENZA: L’utilizzatore non deve in nessun caso cercare di riparare l’apparecchiatura,

poiché con l’apertura del coperchio metallico o di qualsiasi altro pezzo costituente la scatola metallica,
nonché svitare le viti che appaiono esteriormente, poiché ció puó provocare all’utilizzatore un rischio di
shock elettrico o altri rischi.

APERTURE DI VENTILAZIONE: Le apparecchiature possono comportare delle aperture di ventilazione, si

prega di non introdurre mai oggetti o ostruire le sue fessure. Se un liquido o un oggetto penetra all’interno

dell’apparecchiatura, disconnetterla e farla controllare da personale qualicato prima di rimetterla in servizio.

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SICHERHEITSHINWEISE

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.

EINBAU: Eine ausreichende Luftzufuhr sicherstellen, um jegliche Überhitzung im Gerät zu vermeiden. Das

Gerät nicht auf und in Nähe von Textiloberächen, die Belüftungsöffnungen verschließen können, aufstellen.
Das Gerät nicht in Nähe von Wärmequellen, wie z.B. Heizkörper oder Warmluftkappe, aufstellen und es nicht
dem direkten Sonnenlicht, übermäßigem Staub, Vibrationen oder mechanischen Stößen aussetzen. Dies
kann zu Betriebsstörungen und Unfällen führen.

STROMVERSORGUNG: Das Gerät nur mit der auf dem Gerät bezeichnete Stromquelle betreiben. Gerät mit

geerdeter Hauptstromversorgung muss an eine Stromquelle mit efzienter Erdung angeschlossen werden.
Diese Erdung darf auf keinen Fall geändert, umgangen oder entfernt werden.

NETZKABEL: Da die Geräte über einen Hauptschalter (An I/ Aus 0) verfügen, erfolgt die Stromversorgung

und -unterbrechung über diesen Hauptschalter.

Achtung : Das Netzkabel stellt die einzige Möglichkeit dar, das Gerät vollständig vom Netzanschluss zu trennen.

Um sicherzustellen, dass das Gerät nicht mehr versorgt wird, muss dieses Kabel aus der Netzsteckdose
ausgesteckt werden.

Bitte beachten Sie die folgenden Hinweise:

- Wenn Geräte dauerhaft am Netz bleiben, müssen sie über eine leicht zugängliche Trennvorrichtung

verfügen, die außen am Gerät angebracht sein muss.

- Das Kabel mittels dem Stecker herausziehen. Niemals am Stromkabel selbst ziehen.

- Die Steckdose muß sich in der Nähe des Geräts benden und leicht zugänglich sein.

- Das Stromkabel nicht fallen lassen und keine schweren Gegenstände auf es stellen.

Wenn das Stromkabel beschädigt ist, das Gerät sofort abschalten. Es ist gefährlich das Gerät mit einem

beschädigten Stromkabel zu betreiben; ein abgenutztes Kabel kann zu einem Feuer oder Stromschlag

führen. Das Stromkabel regelmäßig untersuchen. Für den Ersatz, wenden Sie sich an Ihren Verkäufer oder

Kundendienststelle.

ANSCHLÜSSE: Bei allen Ein- und Ausgängen (außer der Stromversorgung) handelt es sich, gemäß EN

60950, um Sicherheits Kleinspannunganschlüsse.

REPARATUR UND WARTUNG: Der Benutzer darf keinesfalls versuchen das Gerät selbst zu reparieren, die

Öffnung des Geräts durch Abnahme der Abdeckhaube oder jeglichen anderen Teils des Gehäuses sowie die

Entfernung von außen sichtbaren Schrauben zu Stromschlägen oder anderen Gefahren für den Benutzer
führen kann. Wenden Sie sich an Ihren Verkäufer, Ihre Kundendienststelle oder an qualizierte Fachkräfte.

ÖFFNUNGEN UND MUNDUNGEN: Die Geräte können über Öffnungen verfügen (Belüftung, Schlitze, usw.).

Niemals Gegenstände in die Öffnungen einführen oder die Öffnungen verschließen. Wenn eine Flüssigkeit

oder ein Gegenstand in das Gerät gelangt, den Stecker herausziehen und es vor einer neuen Inbetriebnahme

von qualiziertem Fachpersonal überprüfen lassen.

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INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD

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.

CUIDADO: Para prevenir cualquier riesgo de choque eléctrico y de incendio, no exponga este aparato a la

lluvia, a la humedad ni a fuentes de calorintensas.

INSTALACIÓN: Cerciórese de que haya una circulación de aire suciente para evitar cualquier

sobrecalentamiento al interior del aparato. No coloque el aparato cerca ni sobre una supercie textil que
pudiera obstruir los oricios de ventilación. No instale el aparato cerca de fuentes de calor como radiador
o boca de aire caliente, ni en un lugar expuesto a los rayos solares directos o al polvo excesivo, a las
vibraciones o a los choques mecánicos. Esto podría provocar su mal funcionamiento o un accidente.

ALIMENTACIÓN: Ponga a funcionar el aparato únicamente con la fuente de alimentación que se indica en

el aparato. Los aparatos deben estar conectados obligatoriamente a una fuente equipada con una puesta a

tierra ecaz. Por ningún motivo este enlace de tierra deberá ser modicado, cambiado o suprimido.

CABLE DE ALIMENTACIÓN: Los equipos incluyan interruptor general de alimentación (Encender I / Apagar 0),

la puesta en marcha o desconexión se realiza por medio de este interruptor.
El cable de alimentación constituye el único medio de desconectar el aparato totalmente de la red eléctrica.

Para estar seguro de que el aparato no está más alimentado, este cable debe de ser desconectado de la
toma de corriente.

Aplicar las siguientes consignas:

- El material conectado a residencia a la red informática, debe de tener un dispositivo de seccionamiento
fácilmente accesible que debe de ser incorporado al exterior del aparato.

- Desconectar el aparato del enchufe mural si no piensa utilizarlo durante varios días.

- Para desconectar el cable, tire de la clavija. No tire nunca del cable propiamente dicho.

- El enchufe de alimentación debe estar cerca del aparato y ser de fácil acceso.

- No deje caer el cable de alimentación ni coloque objetos pesados encima de él.

Si el cable de alimentación sufriera algún daño, ponga el aparato inmediatamente fuera de tensión. Es

peligroso hacer funcionar este aparato con un cable averiado, ya que un cable dañado puede provocar un

incendio o un choque eléctrico. Verique el estado del cable de alimentación de vez en cuando. Póngase en

contacto con su distribuidor o con el servicio de posventa si necesita cambiarlo.

CONEXIONES: Todas las entradas y salidas (excepto la entrada del sector) son de tipo TBTS (Muy Baja

Tensión de Seguridad) denidas según EN 60950

REPARACIÓN Y MANTENIMIENTO: Por ningún motivo, el usuario deberá tratar de efectuar operaciones

de reparación, ya que si abre los aparatos retirando el capó o cualquier otra pieza que forma parte de

las cajas o si destornilla los tornillos aparentes exteriores, existe el riesgo de producirse una explosión,

choques eléctricos o cualquier otro incidente. Contacte el servicio de posventa, a su distribuidor o dirigirse

con personal cualicado únicamente.

ABERTURAS Y ORIFICIOS: Los aparatos pueden contener aberturas (aireación, ranuras, etc.). No introduzca

allí ningún objeto ni obstruya nunca estas aberturas. Si un líquido o un objeto penetra al interior del aparato,
desconéctelo y hágalo revisar por personal cualicado antes de ponerlo nuevamente en servicio.

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2-2. UNPACKING AND INSPECTION

1 x Pulse (PLS300) seamless scaler/switcher
1 x Power supply cord
2 x DVI male to HD15 female and DVI female cable
1 x HD15 to 5 BNC cable
1 x Ethernet cross cable (for device update)
1 x Set of 3 audio 5 pin screw terminals
4 x M4x12mm Screws
1 x Quick Start Guide (Sticker)

If required, front handles of the device can be dismantled,
but with caution.
The original screws removed must not be reintroduced
to their location without handles in place.Substantial

damages can occur, including risk of electric shock
from the mains voltage.

WARNING !

Only M4x12mm screws can be used.

(They are supplied with the unit)

1 x RCS (Remote Control Software) (PC only) *
1 x User manual (PDF version) *
1 x Quick Start Guide (PDF version) *

* Download on our website: www.analogway.com/

2-3. RACKMOUNT INFORMATION

Tabletop mounting: the PLS300 can be used directly on a table, the unit is equipped with 4 handy anti-slip
rubber feet.

Rack mounting: the PLS300 is compatible with a 19” enclosure. Please follow the instructions below to install
the device in a 19” rack.

Place the device in your rack. Attach the device to the rack by using 4 screws through the front panel holes
(screws not included).
Rear xing is also recommended, in particular for permanent installations. The PLS300 is equipped with drill
holes designed for compatibility with most rackmount braces.
Connect all of the cables of the device and attach them to the rack with the help of tie wraps.

IMPORTANT:

- The openings in the side and rear panels of the device are for cooling. Do not cover these openings to

avoid cutting air circulation.

- Be sure that no weight in excess of 2 kg (4.4 Lbs.) is added onto the PLS300.

- The maximum ambient operating temperature should not exceed 40 °C (104°F)

- The rack and all mounted equipement in it must be reliably grounded according to national and/or local

electrical standards.

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Dismantling front handles of the device could invalidate warranty on after sales services of your
PLS300. It is strongly advised to avoid using front handles as rests for your PLS300, they are

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designed for manipulation purposes only.

If required, front handles of the device can be dismantled, but with caution.The original screws removed
must not be reintroduced to their location without handles in place. Substancial damages can occur,

including risk of electric shock from the main voltage. Only M4x12mm screws can be used. They are

supplied with the unit.

2-4. CABLE AND ADAPTOR INFORMATION

A large choice of cables and adaptors are compatible with the

PLS300. To nd which are to be used in your setup, please refer to

the Hardware Specications chapter. Please contact your distributor

for a list of available cables and connectors for your PLS300.

2-5. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS

Input specications

• ANALOG COMPUTER:

Connectors: Inputs #1 to #4: female HD15.

DVI Inputs #1 to #2: female DVI-I (analog pins).
Line frequency: Up to 130 kHz (165 MHz Max pixel rate).
Resolution: Up to 1600x1200 @ 165Mhz, 1920x1200px
(RB, Max V size: 1200px, Max H size 2048px).
Sync. types: RGBHV, RGB/S, RGsB (Sync On Green).
Levels: R, G, B = 0.7 Vp/p.
H & V Sync = TTL
Composite Sync = TTL and 0.3 V (negative).
SOG (Sync On Green) = 0.3 V.
Impedance: R, G, B = 75 ohms.
H = 75 ohms or Hi-Z.
V = Hi-Z.

or

• RGB/S - RGsB VIDEO:

Connectors: Inputs #1 to #4: female HD15.

DVI Inputs #1 to #2: female DVI-I (analog pins).

Frequency: 15.625 kHz - 50 Hz (625 lines).

15.734 kHz - 60 Hz (525 lines).

Levels: R, G, B = 0.7 Vp/p.
SYNC. = 0.3 Vp/p or TTL (negative).
Impedance: RGB = 75 ohms.
SYNC. = 75 ohms or Hi-Z.

• COMPONENT:

Connectors: Inputs #1 to #4: female HD15.

DVI Inputs #1 to #2: female DVI-I (analog pins).

Frequency: 15.625 kHz - 50 Hz (625 lines).

15.734 kHz - 60 Hz (525 lines).

Levels: Y = 1 Vp/p (0.7 V Luma + 0.3 V Sync.).
Cr / Pr & Cb / Pb = 0.7 Vp/p.

Impedance: 75 ohms.

or

or

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• HDTV - HD-YUV:

Connectors: Inputs #1 to #4: female HD15.

DVI Inputs #1 to #2: female DVI-I (analog pins).
Formats: 720p/576p (60Hz), 1080i (50/60Hz), EDTV.
Levels: Y = 1 Vp/p (0.7 V + sync.).
Cr / Pr & Cb / Pb = 1 Vp/p (0.7 V + sync.).
Sync.: Tri-level: ±0.3V (positive/negative).
Bi-level: 0.3V (negative).

Impedance: 75 ohms.

• S.VIDEO:

Connectors: Inputs #1 to #4: female HD15.

DVI Inputs #1 to #2: female DVI-I (analog pins).
Standard: PAL/SECAM 15.625 kHz - 50Hz - 625 lines.

NTSC (3.58 - 4.43MHz): 15.734kHz/60Hz/525 lines.

Levels: Y = 1 Vp/p (0.7 V Luma + 0.3 V Sync.).
C = 0.3 Vp/p (Chroma Burst).

Impedance: 75 ohms.

or

or

• COMPOSITE VIDEO:

Connectors: Inputs #1 to #4: female HD15.

DVI Inputs #1 to #2: female DVI-I (analog pins).
Standard: PAL / SECAM: 15.625 kHz - 50 Hz - 625 lines.

NTSC (3.58 - 4.43MHz): 15.734 kHz/60Hz/525 lines.

Level: 1 Vp/p (0.7 V Luma + 0.3 V Sync.).

Impedance: 75 ohms.

• DVI (Digital Video Interface):

Connector: DVI Inputs #1 to #2: female DVI-I (digital pins).
Line frequency: Up to 130 kHz (165 MHz Max pixel rate).
Format: Digital Visual Interface (DVI)-TMDS single link.
Resolution: Up to 1600x1200 @ 165Mhz, 1920x1200px
(RB, Max V size : 1200px, Max H size 2048px).

• SD-SDI:

Connector: SDI Inputs #1 to #2: female BNC.

Formats: SMPTE 259M

Data rate: 270 Mbps serial digital.
Impedance: 75 ohms.

or

• 3G/HD-SDI:

Connector: SDI Inputs #1 to #2: female BNC.

Formats: 720p @ 50, 59.94 & 60 Hz
1035i @ 50, 59.94 & 60 Hz
1080i @ 50, 59.94 & 60 Hz
1080p @ 23.97, 24, 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94 & 60 Hz.
1080sF @ 50, 59.94 & 60 Hz.

Data rate: 1.5 Gbps serial digital (Level A).
Impedance: 75 ohms.

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Output specications

• ANALOG OUTPUTS

Connector: Outputs #1 (Main) & #2 (Preview): female HD15,

DVI-I (analog pins).

Resolutions:

Format Ratio Available Refresh Rates

HDTV 720p 50Hz 59.94Hz 60Hz
HDTV 1035i 59.94Hz 60Hz
HDTV 1080i 50Hz 59.94Hz 60Hz
HDTV 1080p 23.97Hz 24Hz 25Hz 29.97Hz 30Hz 50Hz 59.94Hz 60Hz
HDTV 1080sF 50Hz 59.94Hz 60Hz
640 x 480 4 : 3 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
800 x 600 4 : 3 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
848 x 480 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1024 x 768 4 : 3 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1280 x 720 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz
1280 x 768 15 : 9 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1280 x 800 16 : 10 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1280 x 1024 5 : 4 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1360 x 768 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1366 x 768 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1366 x 800 15 : 9 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1400 x 1050 4 : 3 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1440 x 900 16 : 10 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1600 x 1200 4 : 3 50Hz 60Hz
1680 x 1050 16 : 10 50Hz 60Hz
1920 x 1080 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz
1920 x 1080HD 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz
1920 x 1080 B 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz
1920 x 1080 C 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz
1920 x 1200 16 : 10 50Hz 60Hz
2048 x 1080 19 : 10 50Hz 60Hz

or

Signals: RGBHV, RGBS and RGsB.
Levels: R, G, B = 0.7 Vp/p.
Sync.: Separate H & V = TTL (negative).
Composite = TTL (negative).
SOG = 0.3 Vp/p (negative).
Impedance: R, G, B = 75 ohms.

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• DVI (Digital Video Interface) OUTPUTS:

Connector: Outputs #1 (Main) & #2 (Preview): female DVI-I

(digital pins).

Signal: Digital Visual Interface (DVI)-TMDS single link.

Resolutions:

Format Ratio Available Refresh Rates

HDTV 720p 50Hz 59.94Hz 60Hz
HDTV 1035i 59.94Hz 60Hz
HDTV 1080i 50Hz 59.94Hz 60Hz
HDTV 1080p 23.97Hz 24Hz 25Hz 29.97Hz 30Hz 50Hz 59.94Hz 60Hz
HDTV 1080sF 50Hz 59.94Hz 60Hz
640 x 480 4 : 3 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
800 x 600 4 : 3 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
848 x 480 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1024 x 768 4 : 3 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1280 x 720 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz
1280 x 768 15 : 9 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1280 x 800 16 : 10 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1280 x 1024 5 : 4 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1360 x 768 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1366 x 768 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1366 x 800 15 : 9 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1400 x 1050 4 : 3 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1440 x 900 16 : 10 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz
1600 x 1200 4 : 3 50Hz 60Hz
1680 x 1050 16 : 10 50Hz 60Hz
1920 x 1080 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz
1920 x 1080HD 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz
1920 x 1080 B 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz
1920 x 1080 C 16 : 9 50Hz 60Hz
1920 x 1200 16 : 10 50Hz 60Hz
2048 x 1080 19 : 10 50Hz 60Hz

• AUDIO OUTPUT:

Connector: Outputs #1 (Main):
Balanced or unbalanced mono/stereo output
(on 5-pin MCO male connector).

Vo max: Unbalanced = +15dBu (at 300Ω load).
Balanced = +21 dBu (at 600Ω load).
Zo = 600 Ω balanced.
Zo = 300 Ω unbalanced.
G = 0 dB nominal.

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GROUND(S)

Input DVI 1

Input DVI 2

Balanced connection

L+
L-

R+
R-

BALANCED

Unbalanced connection

LEFT
RIGHT

GROUND(S)
LEFT

RIGHT

UNBALANCED

4

DVI 1 DVI 2

L+
L-

R+
R-

L
R

L
R

Communication specications

• COMMUNICATION PORTS:

REMOTE RS232

Connector: DB 9 female

Level: RS232.
Data Rate: 9600 Bauds, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity bit,
no ow control for normal. DTR & RTS needed for

upgrade.

• LAN:

Connector : RJ45

Protocol: TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) or UDP
(User Datagram Protocol).

Ethernet: Base 10/100

Environmental specications

PHYSICAL

Dimensions: W 482 x D 330 x H 45 mm
19”W x 13”D x 1.8”H.

(Compatible with a Standard 19” rack, Height = 1U).

Weight: 4.3 kg / 9.5 lbs.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Cooling air ow from right side to left side
Maximum ambient operating temperature: < 40°C ( < 104°F)
Operating temperature: 0 to +40°C / +32° to +104°F
Storage temperature: -40 to +70°C / -40° to +158 °F

Operating humidity: 10 to 80% (non condensing)

Input voltage range: 100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Typical consumption: 90 W

CERTIFICATIONS

CE Compliancy test following

- EN 55022: 2006 / A1: 2007,

- EN 55024: 1998 / A1: 2001 / A2: 2003,

- EN 61000-3-2: 2006

- EN 61000-3-3: 1995 / A1: 2001 / A2: 2005,

Safety test following:

- IEC 60950-1: 2005

- UL 60950-1: 2007

- CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO. 60950-1

Power supply: IEC/EN/UL/CSA 60950-1, internal, autoswitchable
Mechanical (in carton): Vibration: IEC60068-2-64
Free fall: IEC60068-2-32, RoHS, WEEE

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Pin outs

• VGA

Standard VGA

1- Red 6- Red Return 11- ID Bit 0
2- Green 7- Green Return 12- ID Bit 1
3- Blue 8- Blue Return 13- H Sync
4- ID Bit 2 9- No Pin 14- V Sync

5- Test (Gnd) 10- Sync Return 15- ID Bit 3

• DIGITAL VISUAL INTERFACE DVI

Pin

1- TMDS Data 2- 7- DDC Data 13- Not used 19- TMDS Data 0 Shield

2- TMDS Data 2+ 8- Analog Vertical Sync 14- +5V (Power) 20- Not used
3- TMDS Data 2 Shield 9- TMDS Data 1- 15- Ground for (+5V) 21- Not used
4- Not used 10- TMDS Data 1+ 16- Hot Plug Detect. 22- TMDS Clock Shield
5- Not used 11- TMDS Data 1 Shield 17- TMDS Data 0- 23- TMDS Clock +
6- DDC Clock 12- Not used 18- TMDS Data 0+ 24- TMDS Clock-

C1- Analog Red Video (or Cr/Pr or C)
C2- Analog Green Video (or Y or Composite Video)
C3- Analog Blue Video (or Cb/Pb)

C4- Analog Horizontal Sync (or Composite Sync)

C5- Analog Common Ground Return

DDC = Display Data Channel
TMDS = Transition Minimized differential signal

• RS-232 CONNECTOR

Pin

1- NC 6- NC

2- Transmit data to PC (Tx1) 7- NC
3- Receive data from PC (Rx1) 8- NC (or +12V. dc)

4- NC 9- NC
5- Ground

• VESA DDC

Pin

1- Red 7- Green Return 13- H Sync
2- Green 8- Blue Return 14- V Sync
3- Blue 9- DDC+5 Volt supply 15- Data Clock (SCL)
4- ID Bit 2 10- Sync Return

5- Test 11- ID Bit

6- Red Return 12- Bi-directional data (SDA)

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HDCP compliance

If you want to use HDCP (High Denition Copy Protection) content from your sources, be sure pluging HDCP
compliant screens or projectors. If it’s not the case, the output image could be disabled.
When displaying HDCP protected sources on non HDCP compliant equipment, the following message will be

displayed on the device VFD screen:

“Due to HDCP content, non HDCP screens cannot display protected sources”

Screen will go to black without displaying the HDCP input image, or partially layer out non HDCP content.

Concerning the DVI inputs, a specic feature allows enable/disable the HDCP receiver for the input chosen.

It can be very useful especially using a Mac:

Input Menu > DVI# > HDCP detection

The output status can provide you all information about the output in real time.

This feature is particularly needed when HDCP is used with long cable to be sure that the communication is
well handled.

NOTE: as part of our policy of continuous improvement, Analog Way reserves the right to make

design and specication changes for product improvements without prior notice. The performance

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specication gures indicated are nominal values of production units. There may be some deviations

from these values in individual units.

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CONNECTING THE PLS300

3-1. CONNECTING THE PLS300

The PLS300 can be set up with up to 10 different sources, and supports up to 2 digital DVI-D sources, 2 SD-
SDI sources and 6 analog computer/video sources simultaneously. The versatility of the PLS300 will allow

for almost any event conguration and cater for all your projection needs.
The intuitive rear panel of the PLS300 will let you set up for the rst time quickly and easily. Here is an
example of a typical PLS300 setup.

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3-2. THE PLS300 REAR PANEL

Overview

The PLS300 rear panel is equipped with 6 universal digital and analog inputs. Inputs #1 through #4 (4) are

universal analog inputs. Inputs #5 & #6 share a DVI-D signal and a universal analog signal (plug the shipped
Analog Way DVI/DB15 adaptor cable to use DVI-D and analog signals simultaneously).

The Main and Preview (7) outputs will allow for the PLS300 high resolution digital and analog signals to be

viewed on screen and/or on a preview monitor (see also Output Specications in this chapter).

Finally, the audio in and output card will let users trigger audio with any source, accurately balance or tweak
sound sources and output.

1 : AC outlet and On/off switch

2 : RS232 connector

3 : IP-LAN connector
4 : Universal Analog inputs

5 : DVI-D inputs

6 : HD-SDI inputs
7 : Main and Preview outputs
8 : Audio inputs
9 : Audio output

2

1 4 5 7 8 9

3 6

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Inputs #1 to #6

UNIVERSAL COMPUTER & VIDEO INPUTS:

Universal Inputs accept computer sources (RGBHV, RGBS, and
RGsB (SOG) signals), standard TV/VIDEO sources (Composite
video, S.VIDEO), Component video (YUV, RGBS & RGsB (SOG)),
and HDTV sources (480p, 720p & 1080i).
HD15: 1 x Universal Analog input on female HD15 connector.

COMPUTER SOURCES:

The device accepts the following computer signals : RGBHV, RGB/S,
and RGsB on inputs #1 to #4 and DVI inputs #1 & #2.

COMPOSITE VIDEO SOURCES:

The Composite Video signal, usually called COMPOSITE or VIDEO,
is available on most video equipment (VCR, DVD, CAMCORDER…),

but is also the lowest in picture quality. The video standard of this

signal can be NTSC, PAL or SECAM. The signal is transmitted on a
single coaxial cable, and is connected to the video equipment with

an HD15 connector.

For inputs #1 to #4: connect a 1 x BNC from your composite source,

to the HD15 input of the device.

S.VIDEO SOURCES:

The S.VIDEO signal, also called Y/C, HI-8™, or S.VHS™, is
available on DVD players and high quality VCRs (S.VHS). The
S.VIDEO signal in which the Luminance (Y) and Chrominance (C)

information are separately transmitted, gives a higher quality picture

than the Composite video signal. The S.VIDEO connector is usually
a 4 pin Mini-DIN connector also called Oshiden™ connector.

For inputs #1 to #4: connect a 2 x BNC from your S.VIDEO,
Y (G/Y) & C (R/R-Y), to the HD15 input of the device.

COMPONENT VIDEO SOURCES:

The Component Video signal, also called YUV (Y, Pr, Pb) or
BETACAM™ is widely used in broadcasting and is available on
high-quality DVD players. The COMPONENT signal is transmitted
with 3 coaxial cables, and also has a better quality picture than
COMPOSITE and S.VIDEO signals. The COMPONENT connectors
are usually RCA (x3), or BNC (x3).For inputs #1 to #4: connect a
HD15 to 3 x BNC cable between the HD15 connector of the device

and your Component source.

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RGBS VIDEO SOURCES:

This signal is widely used in broadcasting and is available on

European DVD player. The RGB/S signal is transmitted with 4 coaxial
cables, and also has a better picture quality than COMPOSITE
and S.VIDEO signals. The RGB/S connectors are usually BNC
connectors for Broadcasting equipment, and SCART connector for
DVD players.

For inputs #1 to #5 and #8: connect a HD15 to 4 x BNC cable
between the HD15 connector of the device and your RGB/S source.

DVI Inputs #1 & #2

DVI AND ANALOG SOURCES:

DVI Inputs #1 to #2 accept up to 2 live sources in Digital format.

DVI-I: 1 x digital (DVI) and 1 x analog input on female
DVI-I universal connector.

SD/HD-SDI Inputs #1 & #2

SD/HD-SDI SOURCES:

SD/HD-SDI Inputs #1 to #2 accept up to 2 live sources in Digital

formats.

SD/HD-SDI: 1 x digital input on female BNC connector.

Preview Outputs

PREVIEW OUTPUT:

ANALOG: 1 x analog output for the main display

device on female HD15 connector.

DIGITAL/ANALOG: 1 x main output on female DVI-I connector

(simultaneous analog and digital).

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Main Outputs

MAIN OUTPUT:

ANALOG: 1 x analog output for the main display device on

female HD15 connector.

DIGITAL/ANALOG: 1 x main output on female DVI-I connector

(simultaneous analog and digital).

AUDIO SWITCHER:

Audio Stereo Switcher card features 6 inputs and 2 outputs. An

additional auxiliary input can be mixed with any other input. Master
Volume and individual input level can be adjusted. Each input and

output offers balanced or unbalanced connections. It should be
noted that the management of the audio output follows the position
of video layers.

Two modes are available: Top Layer Follow or Breakaway.

- In Top Layer Follow Mode, the audio follows the topmost video
layer (after having pressed [TAKE]).

- In Breakaway Mode it is the selected audio layer input that is
permanently diffused.

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OPERATING THE PLS300

4-1. THE PLS300 FRONT PANEL

Overview

The highly intuitive front panel of the PLS300 was designed by Analog Way engineers to simply and quickly
meet all of your event needs. Within minutes, you will be able to enjoy its full potential and easily parameter

most of its functions, without having to be an expert audio-visual engineer, leaving room for what is most

important to our users: concentrating on their event.

The PLS300 front panel is comprised of several sections, each carefully labeled and self explanatory,
corresponding to all the machine’s versatile functions.

1 : Standby button
2 : Menu screen
3 : Menu Control section
4 : Menu scroll knob
5 : Input Selection section
6 : Preset button
7 : PIP button
8 : Logo button (optional)
9 : Freeze button
10 : Background Frame button
11 : Background Live button

12 : Effect button

13 : Take button

2 3 9 10 11 12 13

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Standby button

The [STANDBY] button allows users to put the PLS300 into sleep
mode, and startup again. The [STANDBY] button does not replace
the [ON/OFF] switch at the rear of the unit, and is implemented
essentially for ease of use in rackmount situations.

Menu section

The Menu Screen of the PLS300 is the visual interface to your

PLS300 menu. It gives users a constant indication of available menu

options, parameters of any selected object, system information, and
everything you need to know to control the device.

The Menu scroll knob allows users to quickly scroll through menu

items and increase or decrease any modiable value in the PLS300

menu. Simply scroll to the desired menu item, and press the [ENTER]

button to conrm your choice.

The [EXIT/MENU] button and the [ENTER] button in the Control
section of the PLS300, allow users to respectively enter and exit the

PLS300 menu, and conrm selected menu items.

Input selection section

The Input Selection section allows to select which input (#1 to #10)
to display in a selected layer. Select one of 10 simultaneous inputs,

(6 analog inputs, 2 DVI-D inputs, 2 SDI inputs) by simply pressing

one of the Input buttons.

When pressed, the [BLACK] button allows users to remove layer
content on screen.

Freeze button

The [FREEZE] button of the PLS300 allows users to freeze the Main
output current display or the active layer, depending on the freeze
mode: Freeze All, freezes all visible layers, Input Freeze, to freeze
the current selected layer.

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Effect selection button

The PLS300 EFFECT SELECTION button is a practical front panel
shortcut to the PLS300 Layer Effects menu (Opening and Closing
transitions).

Preset selection button

The PLS300 PRESET SELECTION button is a practical front panel
shortcut to the PLS300 Preset menu, and will activate the four
available Preset Memories (Input Selection section buttons #1 to #4).

Background Frame button

The PLS300 [BACKGROUND FRAME] button will allow you to
select the source you wish to use as a frame, and will automatically
display the Layer menu on your VFD screen.

Background Live button

The PLS300 [BACKGROUND LIVE] button will allow you to select the
source you wish to use as a live background, and will automatically
display the Layer menu on your VFD screen.

Take button

The PLS300 [TAKE] button allows to switch from Preview to Main
outputs. By pressing the [TAKE] button, what you have setup on
your preview screen will go live on the Main output display.

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4-2. THE PULSE MENU

Menu navigation

To access the Pulse menu, press the [EXIT/MENU] button in the control section (4). To highlight

items in the menu which will appear on the VFD screen (2), turn the scroll knob (3) left or right to the

desired menu item. When you have reached the desired menu item, press the [ENTER] button in
the control section (4) to access that menu function. Pressing the [ENTER] button when a selection
has been made sets the value to that selection in the Pulse memory. When all settings have been
made, press the [EXIT/MENU] button to exit sub-menus and return to the main menu.

Simply selecting a menu item will not set it to that value. Be sure to press the ENTER

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button when parametering the menu items or to push the scroll knob.

Home menu

Pressing the [MENU] button in the menu section of the Pulse, will display and give you access to

the following items on the menu VFD screen:

- INPUT: select to congure the 12 individual input types and resolutions.

- MAIN OUT: select to set the output types and resolutions of the Main output.

- PREVIEW OUT: select to set the output types and resolutions of the Preview output.

- PRESET: select to store and use presets.

- IMAGE: select to change source image settings of an input.

- KEYING/TITLING: select to access keying and titling controls and parameters when video layer is selected.

- LAYER: select to adjust layer size, position, border, transparency or transitions.

- LOGO/FRAME: select to store (record), use and manage logos and frames into the

- AUDIO: select to access all audio input and output parameters.

- CONTROL: select to access device software information, LAN settings, reset factory settings, amongst

other user oriented functions.

- VIRTUAL T-Bar: select to access the Virtual T-Bar.

Pulse.

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4-3. WORKING WITH THE PLS300

Reseting default values

It is strongly recommended resetting all of the default values of your

PLS300 unit before setting up your shows and events. To do so,

press the [EXIT/MENU] button and select Control in the menu by
rotating the corresponding knob. Then press the [ENTER] button to
enter the Control sub-menu. Select Default Values by rotating the
scroll knob, and press the [ENTER] button to enter your choice to
restart your PLS300 with its factory settings. This operation should

take approximatly 30 seconds.

PLS300 color codes

Analog Way engineers have developped a handy, user friendly way
of identifying machine status on the front panel, via the use of color
codes on the buttons of the machine. All new Analog Way machines
use the same codes, for quick recognition of the status of any device
of the range, at any given time.

For the PLS300, button color codes are as follow:

- Sources on the Main output are indicated in red when active.

- Sources on the Preview output are indicated in green when active.

- Buttons in the layer section turn red or green, depending on
whether the selected layer is active in respectively the Main or
Preview window.

- Menu buttons are indicated in green.

- Selecting a button with an available source or function will cause
that button to blink green on the preview, or red once it is on the
Main output.

- TAKE button reacts as follows:

If take function is available, the button will appear in green.
When the take function is active, it will light up red.

Solid red:

Solid green:

#1 = Source, Layer or Window is on Main
#2 = Freeze enable

#1 = Source or Layer is on Preview
#2 = Function available for modication
#3 = Current output on Matrix Mode

Blinking red:

Blinking green:

Active Layer or Source for modication on Main

Active Layer or Source for modication on Preview

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Input selection settings

1/ In the MENU section, press the [EXIT/MENU] button and select

Input in the menu by rotating the scroll knob. Then press the

[ENTER] button to enter the Input sub-menu.

2/ In the Input menu, select the type of input you have plugged into

the PLS300 by rotating the scroll knob (see Input Specications).
Then press the [ENTER] button to enter the types of inputs
connected to the PLS300.

3/ Press the [EXIT/MENU] button to return to the main menu.

4/ Repeat steps #1 to #3 for every source connected to your PLS300.

Source output selection

Once your inputs have all been congured, the output settings of

the PLS300 must be set according to the machines plugged on
your PLS300 main and preview outputs (video projector, preview
monitor...).

* NOTE * : It is strongly recommended to set the output format of
the PLS300 to match the native resolution of the display devices
connected to the PLS300.

Output selection settings

1/ In the Menu section, press the [EXIT/MENU] button and select

Output in the menu by rotating the scroll knob. Then press the

[ENTER] button to enter the Output sub-menu.

2/ In the Output menu, select the output type, resolution and frequency,

to match the viewing hardware plugged into the PLS300, by

rotating the scroll knob (see also Output Specications). Then

press the [ENTER] button to enter each of the output parameters.

* NOTE * : be sure to press the [ENTER] button to conrm every
selected setting, the PLS300, will revert to its original settings if new

choices are not conrmed.

3/ Press the [EXIT/MENU] button to return to the main menu.

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The Output menu also allows you to generate test patterns. The
test patterns available through the Output menu let you quickly and
reliably setup your projectors.

1/ In the menu section, press the [EXIT/MENU] button and select

Output in the menu by rotating the corresponding knob. Then
press the [ENTER] button to enter the Output sub-menu.

2/ In the Output sub-menu, select the Test Pattern menu, then select

the output (Main or Preview) on which you want the test pattern
to appear by rotating the scroll knob. Press the [ENTER] button
to enter the Test Pattern menu. Choose the test pattern you wish
to use in the Test Pattern menu by rotating the scroll knob, and
press [ENTER]. The chosen test pattern will immediately appear
on the selected screen(s).

3/ Press the [EXIT/MENU] button twice to return to the main menu.

* NOTE * : Be sure to turn the test pattern off to display your sources
again.

Working with PIPs

The PLS300 allows users to manipulate a PIP (Picture In Picture)
which you can move, size, crop or zoom, apply transparency or
transitions to.

PIP conguration

1/ Press the PIP button. The button will start blinking. On the preview

screen, the layer will appear as a color rectangle, and “00” will be
indicated in the layer rectangle. Layer parameters will appear on
your menu screen once a source has been affected to that layer.

2/ In the Input Selection section, press the source button (#1 to #10)

of the source you wish to affect to the selected PIP. The source
button will start blinking. On your preview screen, the source will
appear in the layer rectangle, and PIP#1 will be indicated in the
layer rectangle.

3/ Press the PIP button, then rotate the scroll knob to access desired

layer attributes (size, position, zoom, border, transparency...) and
press the [ENTER] button in the Layer sub-menu to enter and
parameter layer attributes.

4/ By pressing the source button again, the Image sub-menu appears

on your menu VFD screen. Rotate the scroll knob to access the

desired source attributes (aspect in/out, color, centering, blanking
adjust...) and press the [ENTER] button in the Image sub-menu to
enter and parameter source attributes.

5/ Press [TAKE] to view the results on your main screen.

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Working with Frames

It is possible to store up to 6 frames in the PLS300 non volatile
memory. Frames are mainly used as backgrounds in a typical show
or event setup, and can be recorded from any of the PLS300’
10 sources and called back at the press of a single button.

* NOTE * : Frames may be used only one at a time and cannot be
placed in a layer.

Memorizing Frames

1/ In the Input Selection section, press the source button (#1 to #10)

of the source you wish to record as a frame. The source button
will start blinking. Press the [TAKE] button to display that source
on the main display.

2/ Select Logos/Frames in the menu by rotating the scroll knob, then

pressing the [ENTER] button.

3/ Select Record Frames in the Logo/Frames menu by rotating the

scroll knob, then pressing the [ENTER] button. A white rectangle
will appear on your main display, indicating the frame which will
be captured. Select an empty frame memory (empty frames are
indicated in the sub-menu) to store the frame into. Press the

[ENTER] button.

4/ The PLS300 will display a progress status bar on the VFD screen.

Your frame is stored when the menu reappears on the VFD screen.

5/ Press the [BACKGROUND FRAME] button, select the frame

number (#1 to #6) you just recorded. Your background frame will
appear on your preview output.

6/ Press the [TAKE] button to display that Frame on the Main display.

* NOTE * : The Background Frame is the deepest Layer and is
behind any other Layer. The Background Frame may be hiden by
the Background Live source.

Working with logos

It is possible to store up to 6 logos in the PLS300 non volatile
memory. Logos work in much the same way as frames, and can be
recorded from any of the PLS300’ 10 sources. Logos have many
more attributes than frames. They can be sized, positionned, but
also keyed via color cutout selection or luma key.

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Memorizing logos

1/ In the Input Selection section, press the source button (#1 to #10)

of the source you wish to record as a logo. The source button will
start blinking.

2/ Select the Logos/Frames menu by scrolling through the menu

with the scroll knob, then pressing the [ENTER] button.

3/ Select Record Logos in the Logos/Frames menu by rotating

the scroll knob, then pressing [ENTER]. A small white rectangle
will appear on your main display, indicating the logo that will be
captured.

4/ Adjust logo size, position, and ne tune key attributes by rotating

the scroll knob and pressing [ENTER] to memorize logo settings.

5/ Select an empty logo memory (empty logos are indicated in the

sub-menu) to store the logo into. Press the [ENTER] button. The

PLS300 will display a progress status bar on the VFD screen.

6/ In the Layer Selection section, press the [LOGO] button, and

select logo number (#1 to #6) you wish to use. Your logo will

appear on the preview screen above any existing layer on screen.

7/ Press the [TAKE] button. Your logo will appear on the main display.

Mixer functions

In Multi Layer Mixer mode, the PLS300 offers a variety of mixer

type transitions, including wipes, fades, and cuts. The transitions,
transition times and fade/wipe effects can all be setup through the

PLS300 Layer menu.

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Layer Transitions & effects

The PLS300 offers a wide variety of transitions between the scenes
you create for your shows and events. It allows for live recall of 4
user presets, each of which you can edit at any given time.

Whether catering for complex event setups, or putting together
intricate shows, your PLS300 will deliver what you could expect from
a dedicated mixer, as well as its switcher and scaler capabilities.

1/ Press the PIP button. The button will start blinking. On your

Preview screen, a PIP will appear as a color rectangle. The
parameters of the layer will automaticaly appear on your PLS300

VFD menu screen.

2/ In the Layer menu, make the position, size, border and

transparency settings you like, then select Opening Effect in the
layer options, press the [ENTER] button and select Type. Select

Slide Left - Right for example, and press the [ENTER] button to
conrm. Navigate to Duration in the Opening Effect sub-menu,
and set the duration of your effect by rotating the SCROLL knob

and pressing [ENTER].

3/ Repeat the procedure in the Closing Effect sub-menu to determine

the way your layer will close. Try Slide From Left - Right for the

closing type with a duration of 1.5 seconds for example.

Creating Presets

The PLS300 allows the creation of user dened presets very easily.
Any setup you have congured on screen, can be stored into one of

the 4 available user presets.

1/ After having congured layers, PIP transitions, logos... on your

screen (see ‘Working With the PLS300’, p.26), go to the Preset
menu by pressing the [EXIT/MENU] button, and select Preset by

rotating the scroll knob, or press the PRESET button. Press the

[ENTER] button to enter the Preset sub-menu. Choose Preset

Copy by scrolling with the scroll knob, and press the [ENTER]
button to access the sub-menu.

2/ In the sub-menu, choose Save From Main or Save From Preview

to determine which screen you want to memorize the preset
from, then set the preset memory (#1 to #4) you wish to use as
your “User Preset” (by default, the PLS300 will choose the next
available preset in the PLS300 memory).

3/ By pressing the [ENTER] button, the PLS300 will ask you to

conrm. Select Yes, your screen is memorized as a preset.

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Working with Presets

The four user presets of the PLS300 can be called back at any
stage during your show or event.

1/ Press the [PRESET] button, then press one of the four rst Input

Selection section buttons to choose which memory (#1 to #4) you
wish to use. The preset will be displayed on your preview screen.

2/ Once you have selected your preset, simply press the [TAKE]

button to view the result on your main screen.

Working with Audio

The PLS300 allows to work with up to 6 stereo inputs, 1 auxilary input,
and 2 embedded SDI audio inputs (via the SDI BNC connectors), all
accessible via the Audio menu of the PLS300, and which can be
affected to the main symetrical/asymetrical output of the device.

Audio conguration

To congure audio settings of the PLS300, plug all audio inputs into
the device, and navigate to the Audio menu.

1/ Choose the audio mode, Break Away or Top Layer Follow, which

you wish the audio to work in.

* NOTE * : The Break Away mode will air the selected audio source,
while the Top Layer Follow mode will air audio from the top most
active layer of the PLS300.

2/ Select Source Settings from the Audio menu to select the audio

source you wish to work with, then set levels and left/right balance
for each input.

3/ Select Auxiliary Settings to determine level and balance of the

auxilary input.

4/ Select the Main Audio menu from the Audio Menu, to determine

main audio output level, stereo/mono and delay settings, or to
mute main audio output.

5/ Select Prelist Audio, from the Audio menu, to determine the input

level and balance settings for each audio input, or to mute the

Auxiliary input.

6/ Select Delay Mode, to determine how the PLS300 deals with

audio delay. Select Auto Adjust to let the PLS300 determine
audio output delay. Select Manual Adjust to determine audio
delay manualy.

*NOTE* : Selecting Manual Adjust will give access to audio delay
value (in milliseconds) in the main audio menu.

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HOME MENU

[MAIN]

Format : 1920 x 1080

Internal : 60Hz

Current Layer : Live

[PREVIEW]

Live : Input 3

[MAIN]

Live : Input 3

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INPUT

Cong status

Autoset all

Synchronized

(i1) displayed when plug is not SDI
(i2) displayed when type is analog video

(i3) displayed when plug is analog

(i4) displayed for input ln1, ln2, DVI1 &
DVI2

Analog Group 1
Analog Group 2

Analog Group 3

(i10) displayed when plug is DVI-D

(i11) displayed when plug is analog

Input 1
Input 2
Input 3
Input 4
Input 5
Input 6

Input 1 Analog
Input 2 Analog
Input 3 Analog

Input 4 Analog
Input 5 Analog

Input 6 Analog
Input 6 Analog

DVI 1
DVI 2

SDI 1
SDI 2

(i11)

Type

(i11)

Autoset

Enabled

Audio input

VCR Mode

HDCP enable

(i10)

SDTV Composite
SDTV Y/C

(i11)

SD/ED/HD RGBS
SD/ED/HD RGsB
SD/ED/HD YUV

Computer SOG

Computer HV/C
Computer RW

(i11)

Computer 0-255
Computer 16-235

DVI video RGB
DVI video YUV

(i10)

(i10)

None
Audio Input 1
Audio Input 2
Audio Input 3
Audio Input 4

Audio DVI 1
Audio DVI 2

Audio SDI 1
Audio SDI 2

(i11)

(i11)

(i11)

(i11)

(i11)

(i11)

(i10)

(i10)

Auto
NTSC
PAL
PAL_M

Left

Right

Group A - Ch 1
Group A - Ch 2
Group A - Ch 3
Group A - Ch 4
Group B - Ch 1
Group B - Ch 2
Group B - Ch 3
Group B - Ch 4
Group C - Ch 1
Group C - Ch 2
Group C - Ch 3
Group C - Ch 4
Group D - Ch 1
Group D - Ch 2
Group D - Ch 3
Group D - Ch 4

H sync load

(i4)

EDID

Status

(i3)

Hi-Z

75 Ohms

Edit EDID

640x480
852x480
800x600
1280x720
1024x768

50Hz
60Hz
72Hz
75Hz
85Hz

1280x768
1360x768
1200x800
1366x800
1440x900
1280x960
1280x1024
1364x1024
1400x1050
1680x1050
1920x1080
2048x1080
1600x1200
1920x1200

3735

MAIN OUT

Sync w/OUT 1

(o1)

PREVIEW OUT

Output status

Output format

Output rate

HDTV 720p
HDTV 1035i
HDTV 1080i
HDTV 1080p
HDTV 1080sF
640x480 4/3
800x600 4/3
848x480 16/9
1024x768 4/3
1280x720 16/9
1280x768 15/9
1280x800 16/10
1280x1024 5/4
1360x768 16/9
1366x800 15/9
1400x1050 4/3
1440x900 16/10
1600x1200 4/3
1680x1050 16/10
1920x1080 16/9
1920x1080 HD
1920x1080 B
1920x1080 C

1920x1200 16/9
2048x1080 19/10

Internal ref

(o1) only for Preview out/Output2

(o2) depending on output format

(o3) computer & HDTV only

(o4) Interlaced output only

23.97 Hz
24 Hz
25 Hz

29.97 Hz
30 Hz
50 Hz

59.94 Hz
60 Hz
72 Hz
75 Hz

(o2)

(o2)

(o2)

(o2)

(o2)

(o2)

(o2)

(o2)

(o2)

(o2)

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Out Sync Polarity

Gamma

Flicker lter

(o4)

Analog Type

DVI Type

HDCP Detection

Background color

Test Pattern

Follow x 1/2
Follow x1
Follow x2
Follow x3

H-, V­ H-, V+
H+, V­ H+, V+

RGB HV
RGBS
RGsB (SOG)
YUV

RGB full (0-255)
RGB limited (16-235)
YUV

Disabled
Automatic

Predened color

Hue

Saturation
Luma

OFF

V Grey scale

H Grey scale

V Color bar

H Color bar
Grid

SMPTE

(o3)

Burst
Centering

Input 1 Analog
Input 2 Analog
Input 3 Analog
Input 4 Analog
Input 5 Analog
Input 6 Analog

DVI 1
DVI 1

SDI 1
SDI 2

PRESET

Preset Layouts

Save Preset

Load Preset

IMAGE

(A3)

Auto Centering

Blanking Adjust

(A3) displayed when an input

is active (selected)

Cropping

Optimize

Under/Over

Aspect OUT

Advanced

2:2 Pulldown

3:2 Pulldown

Force 4:3

Reset settings

Step Back

(R1)

Aspect IN

Colorimetry

(R1)

(R2)

(R2)

(R3)

(R10)

(R7)

(R8)

(R9)

Default

Bkgnd + TL Pip
Bkgnd + TR Pip
Bkgnd + BL Pip
Bkgnd + BR Pip

2 Pip H Split

2 Pip V Split

Save from

Save to

Save from

Save to

H position

V position

H size

V size...

H position

V position

H size

V size...

Phase
H Total

Underscan
Overscan

Native

LetterBox_1_78
LetterBox_2_35

Anamorphic

Pillar Box

Full screen
Centered
Cropped
1_1

Brightness
Contrast
Color

(R6)

Hue

Component Level

Motion Correct.

(R11)

Main
Preview

Memory 1
Memory 2
Memory 3
Memory 4

Main
Preview

Memory 1
Memory 2
Memory 3
Memory 4

(R1) Analog Computer Input
(R2) Analog Input

(R3) Video Input

(R4) EDTV/HDTV Input
(R5) RGB or YUV or YC or CV
(R6) NTSC Input

(R7) Interlaced 50 Hz
(R8) Interlaced 60 Hz

(R9) SDTV

(R10) Analog input or Interlaced signal

(R11) Interlaced signal

(R2)

Red Level

Green Level
Blue Level

(R5)

(R5)

(R5)

KEYING/TITLING

(A4) displayed when an input
is active (selected)

Chromakey

Titling alpha

Invert keying

Type

Lumakey

None
Lumakey
Chromakey

Lumakey+Titling
Chromakey+Titling

(t1)

Level Black
Level White

(t2)

Color grabber

Manual setting

(t3)

(t4)

(t1) only displayed for Type = Luma Key or LumaKey+Titling
(t2) only displayed for Type = Chroma Key or ChromaKey+Titling

(t3) only displayed for Type = LumaKey +Titling or ChromaKey+Titling

(t4) only displayed for Type = different from None

H position

V position

Tolerance
Level Black
Level White

Red key

Green key
Blue key
Tolerance
Level Black
Level White

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LAYER

(A3)

Layer adjust

Layer zoom

(b1)

H Pos

V Pos
HV Pos

(b2)

HV Size

(b2)

H Size

V Size

(b3)

H Pos

V Pos

H Size

V Size

(b2)

(b1) Not available for Background Frame & Live
(b2) Not available for Logos

(b3) Not available for Frames & logos

(b4) Only for Slide, Wipe
(b5) Only for Wipe

Size templates

Transparency

(b3)

Border

Opening effect

(b3)

Full Screen
3/4 Full Screen
2/3 Full Screen
1/2 Full Screen
1/3 Full Screen
1/4 Full Screen

Style

Adjust

Type

Direction

None

Edge

H Size

V Size

Transparency
Color

Cut
Clean Cut

(b3)

Fade
Slide
Wipe

Left to Right
Right to Left

Bottom to Top
Top to Bottom

Vertical from Center

Horizontal from Center

HV from Center

From Bottom Left Corner

From Bottom Right Corner

From Top Left Corner

From Top Right Corner

(b4)

(b4)

(b4)

(b4)

(b5)

(b5)

(b5)

(b4)

(b4)

(b4)

(b4)

Closing effect

Smooth Move

Status

Effect duration

Type

Direction

Effect duration

Cut
Clean Cut

(b3)

Fade
Slide
Wipe

Left to Right
Right to Left

Bottom to Top
Top to Bottom

Vertical to Center

Horizontal to Center

HV to Center

(b4)

(b4)

(b4)

(b4)

(b5)

(b5)

(b5)

To Bottom Left Corner

To Bottom Right Corner

To Top Left Corner

To Top Right Corner

(b4)

(b4)

(b4)

(b4)

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LOGOS/FRAMES

Capture source

Main
Preview

Record Frames

Record Logos

Frame 1

Frame 2 (Empty)

(lf1)

Frame 3
Frame 4

Frame 5 (Empty)

(lf1)

Frame 6

Position / Size Adjust

Keying type

Luma key

Chroma key

(lf4)

(lf4)

(lf1) Empty if slot is free for a Frame
(lf2) Empty if slot is free for a logo

(lf3) Displays only list of valid Frames and Logos

(lf4) Displays according to the keying Type chosen

H pos

V pos

H size

V size

None
Luma
Chroma

Level black
Level white

Color grabber

H position

V position

Tolerance
Level Black
Level White

Manual setting

Red key

Green key
Blue key
Tolerance
Level Black
Level White

Erase

Cut out color

Store

(lf3)

Frame 1

(lf3)

Frame 3

(lf3)

Frame 4

(lf3)

Frame 6

(lf3)

Logo 1

(lf3)

Logo 2

(lf3)

Logo 6

(lf4)

Cut out black
Cut out white

Logo 1

Logo 2
Logo 3 (empty)
Logo 4 (empty)
Logo 5 (empty)

(lf2)

(lf2)

(lf2)

Logo 6

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AUDIO

Mode

Source settings

Breack away

TopLayer follow

Input 1
Input 2
Input 3
Input 4

DVI 1
DVI 2

SDI 1
SDI 2

Level

Balance

Aux. settings

Audio Main

Audio Prelist

Level
Balance

Master Mute

Master Volume

Stereo

Audio Delay

(m1)

Master Mute

Master Volume

Stereo

Source

Aux. Mute

Audio Delay

None
Input 1
Input 2
Input 3
Input 4

DVI 1
DVI 2

SDI 1
SDI 2

Level

Balance

Delay Mode

CONTROL

Versions

(L1) UDP only
(L2) Conrmation asked
(L3) Visible if Sync Loss activated

RS232/LAN

LAN setup

Auto Adjust
Manual Adjust

Vers.: 3.00 BETA
l1=xxxx l2=xxxx
l3=xxxx l4=xxxx
0=xxxx
MM K=xxxx
MF K=xxxx
CA V=xxxx
FA V=xxxx
TH V=xxxx
CS V=xxxx

RS232

LAN

TCP
UDP

Device address...

Remote address

Gateway address...
Device port...

Remote port

Netmask...
Default setup

(L1)

(L2)

(L1)

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Sync. loss

Auto Lock

Auto TAKE

Preset Toggle

V-TBar enable

Transp Backgr

Dynamic t

Enabled

Input 1
Input 2
Input 3
Input 4
Input 5
Input 7

DVI 1
DVI 2

SDI 1
SDI 2

(L3)

(L3)

(L3)

(L3)

(L3)

(L3)

(L3)

(L3)

(L3)

(L3)

Preview Id

Freeze mode

Key locking

LCD brightness

Key brightness

Standby

Reset Layers

Erase Memories

Input freeze
Freeze all

All
Menus

Baud rate
Set message ON
Set message OFF
Clear message ON
Clear message OFF
Standby

(L2)

VIRTUAL TBAR

Default values

(L2)

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REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE

5-1. THE PULSE RCS

RCS presentation

Your Pulse is shipped with a Windows compatible control software. The RCS software allows you to control
your PLS300 in exactly the same way as with the front panel of the device, only using your PC as a remote.

!

How to use the RCS ?

You have to install the software on a Computer (Windows based only) and have a LAN board or RS-232 link
to use the RCS. After the installation, launch the program and proceed to the network establishment.

Software installation

1. Connect you on www.analogway.com.

2. In the menu, select [Technical Support] menu, then click on [Remote Control Software], select the name
of your device and click on [Download].

Not compatible with Apple computers

3. Click on [Open with] or [Register the le], select the .exe le.

4. Follow the Windows installation instructions.

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Software overview

The RCS software for your PLS300 is composed of several easily identied sections. The tabs menu (1)

allows you to navigate through the equivalent of the PLS300 front panel menu items (see also “The PLS300

Menu”). The green window of the RCS (2) represents your Preview window, and can be used to parameter

sources, frames, layers and logos directly by clicking on the corresponding button, then navigating through

the different available tabs. The red window of the RCS (3) represents your Main window, and can also be

used much like the front panel of the PLS300. Create user presets directly in the RCS main window, by
clicking on one of the four available Preset icons (4) and setting up your preset in the Preview window. Clear
unwanted steps with the CLEAR button (5), reload a fresh copy of your screen via the Reload Main button (6),
make smooth takes directly with your mouse or trackpad with the virtual T-bar (7). The TAKE button (9) will
allow you to view any changes made to your preview screen on your main screen, and Analog Way engineers
have even implemented a STEPBACK button (8) to quickly move back to your previous setup in the case of
a manipulation error. The status section (10) allows for easy monitoring of the connection status.

10

1

4

2

3

5

7

8

6

9

The RCS software for your PLS300 can be viewed as the software version of the PLS300 front panel menu
section. It allows you to quickly access all of the PLS300 functions via a single page interface, and easily edit
your settings directly from your laptop or PC.
Before starting with the RCS software, you must establish a connection from your laptop to the PLS300 you
wish to run.

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Serial connection

1/ Connect a DB9 M/F straight cable between the PLS300 and your

PC, then power on your devices.

2/ Click on the RCS program le on your PC to run the software.

3/ Click on the “Connections” tab and select RS232 as the connection

type. In the drop-down menu, select the COM port number
corresponding to the connected device (default is Port 1).

4/ Click apply, and wait for devices to synchronize. The RCS will

display the following connection message: “Device Connected”

5/ Click on the “Connections” tab to return to the main screen.

Ethernet connection

1/ Connect a crossed RJ45 cable between the PLS300 and your

PC, then power on your devices. Use straight RJ45 if connecting

through a network switcher.

2/ Click on the RCS program le on your PC to run the software.

3/ Click on the “Connections” tab and select TCP as the connection type.

4/ In the “Remote Address” eld, enter the IP address of the PLS300

you wish to control (see also “Working with the PLS300”).

5/ In the “Remote Port” eld, enter the remote port number of the

PLS300 you wish to control (see also “Working with the PLS300”).

6/ Click Apply, and wait for devices to synchronize. The RCS will

display a connection message.

7/ Click on the “Connections” tab to return to the main screen.

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5-2. WORKING WITH THE RCS

Source input conguration

Once your PLS300 is wired up to your PC, the rst step in properly

conguring your machine is to individually select and parameter your

inputs.

1/ Click on the “Inputs” tab of the RCS.

2/ Activate the input in the Enabled column if it is not.

3/ In the scroll-down menu of the Type column, select the signal type

connected to that input.

4/ Repeat steps #2 to #4 for all sources connected to the rear panel

of your PLS300.

5/ Click on the “Inputs” tab to return to the main screen.

Source output conguration

1/ Click on the “Outputs” tab of the RCS.

2/ Select the type of plug which is connected to outputs #1 & #2 of

your PLS300 by clicking in the appropriate eld in Analog Type or

DVI Type for both Main and Preview outputs.

3/ Select the appropriate output format and output rate.

4/ Click on the “Outputs” tab to return to the main screen.

The Output menu also allows you to generate test patterns. The
test patterns available through the Output menu let you quickly and
reliably setup your projectors or other displays.

* NOTE * : Be sure to turn the test pattern off to display your sources
again.

Working with PIPs

The PLS300 allows users to manipulate a PIP (Picture In Picture)
which you can move, size, crop or zoom, apply transparency or
transitions to.

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PIP conguration

1/ Click on the Image tab of the RCS interface. The empty Image

screen will appear on screen.

2/ By clicking on the drop-down menu in the Preview section, situated

next to the layer you wish to use as a PIP, you will access the

image parameters of the PIP source you select (#1 to #10).

3/ Set the desired PIP attributes (size, position, zoom, border,

transparency...).

4/ Click the Image tab to return to the main screen.

Working with frames

It is possible to store up to 6 frames in the PLS300 non volatile
memory. Frames are mainly used as backgrounds in a typical show

or event setup, and can be recorded from any of the 6 PLS300
sources and called back at the click of a single button.

* NOTE * : To memorize a frame, select an input, and take it to the
Main screen. Once the frame is displayed on your Main output, it is

then possible to store it to the PLS300 non volatile memory.

* NOTE * : Frames may be used only one at a time. A frame may not
be used as a Live Background.

Memorizing frames

1/ In the Input Selection section, click on the source button (#1 to

#10) of the source you wish to record as a frame. Press [TAKE] to
display the input on the Main display.

2/ Click on the Logos/Frames tab of the RCS interface. Then click on

the Record Frame button.

3/ Click in the eld next to the rst free Frame to select it.

4/ Click on the Execute button.

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Working with logos

It is possible to store up to 6 logos in the PLS300 non volatile
memory. Logos work in much the same way as frames, and can be
recorded from any of the PLS300’ 10 sources. Logos have more
attributes than frames. They can be sized, positionned, but also
keyed via color cutout selection or luma key.

Memorizing logos

1/ In the Input Selection section, click the source button (#1 to #10)

of the source you wish to record as a logo. Press [TAKE] to display
the input on the Main display.

2/ In the Logos/Frames tab, click Record Logo, then select an empty

logo memory slot (#1 to #6) to record your logo into.

3/ Adjust position, size and keying attributes for your logo.

4/ Click Execute to record your logo into the selected memory slot.

The PLS300 RCS will display a progress bar while recording the
logo.

5/ In the Input Selection section, click the [LOGO1] button, and select

logo number (#1 to #6) you wish to use. Your logo will appear on

the preview screen above any existing layer on screen.

6/ Click the [TAKE] button. Your logo will appear on the main display.

Layer transitions & effects

The PLS300 offers a wide variety of transitions between the scenes
you create for your shows and events. It allows for live recall of 4
user presets, each of which you can be edited at any given time.

1/ In the Layer Selection section, click the PIP button. On your Preview

screen, PIP1 will appear as a color rectangle. The parameters of

the layer will automatically appear in the RCS Preview section.

2/ At the bottom of the Preview section, click on the Transition tab,

then select the transition type from the left dropdown menu, and
the effect behaviour from the right dropdown menu.

3/ Determine the effect duration by sliding the duration bar left

(shorter) or right (longer), or by manualy setting the value in the

duration value box.

4/ Repeat the procedure in the Out Transition tab to determine the

way your layer will close.

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Creating presets

The PLS300 allows the creation of user dened presets very easily.
Any setup you have congured on screen, can be stored into one of

the 4 available user presets.

1/ After having congured layers, PIP transitions, logos... on your

screen (see “Working With the RCS” chapter, p. 44), click on one
of the four available Preset buttons.

2/ In the dropdown menu, choose Save From Main or Save From

Preview to determine which screen you want to memorize the
preset from.

Working with presets

The four PLS300 user presets can be called back at any stage
during your show or event.

1/ Click one of the four available Preset buttons to choose which

memory you wish to use. Select Load to Preview from the
dropdown menu, your preset will appear on the Preview screen.

2/ Click the [TAKE] button to view your preset on the Main screen.

Working with audio

The PLS300 allows to work with up to 6 stereo inputs, 1 auxiliary input,
and 2 embedded SDI audio inputs (via the SDI BNC connectors), all
accessible via the Audio menu of the PLS300, and which can be
affected to the main symetrical/asymetrical output of the device.

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Audio Conguration

To congure audio settings of the PLS300, plug all audio inputs into
the device, and click on the Audio tab of the RCS home page.

1/ Set the Main audio output level and delay (accessible only if Delay

Mode is set to Manual Adjust, see also the “Audio Conguration”
chapter, page 32), or click the Mute button to mute Main audio
output.

2/ Individual source settings (level and balance) for each audio input

can be congured in the right hand section of the Audio tab.

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OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEMS

6-1. Axion2

Axion2: The Axion2 is an ergonomic and reliable remote controller

for rental & staging/multi-venues at an optimal price/performance
ratio. It controls simultaneously up to 6 screens in a single or

multiple display conguration. The Axion2 integrates a ofine

mode for setup the devices not connected. A sequences mode is
also available for automatic recall of presets.

6-2. Orchestra

Orchestra: The Orchestra is an ergonomic and reliable remote

controller for rental & staging/multi-venues at an optimal price/
performance ratio. It controls simultaneously up to 6 screens

in a single or multiple display conguration.

6-3. TRK-800

TRK-800: Triple Remote Keypad designed to control up to 3 units.

> Powerful High End Remote Controller

> Controls up to 3 different switchers

> Mini Joystick for easy element control
> Ethernet LAN RJ45 connector for easy

connection

> Double Large VFD display offering high

contrast menu and status.

6-4. RK-300

RK-300: Remote Control Keypad designed to control Analog Way’s new Seamless Switchers

> Very User-friendly Remote Control Keypad

> Controls different Switchers

> Mini Joystick for easy element control
> Ethernet LAN RJ45 connector for easy

connection

> Large VFD display offering high contrast

menu.

NOTE: for further information concerning our optional remote controllers, please connect to our website on:

www.analogway.com

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EXAMPLES AND TIPS

7-1. ABOUT EXAMPLES

Application examples are intended to make the use of the PLS300 as easy as possible, by providing visual
help in setting up your equipment. In an effort to make the use of our machines the most pleasant experience

possible, the Analog Way team is constantly aiming to create easy to follow examples, update information,
and furnish our website with useful user information.

Please check on www.analogway.com

7-2. EXAMPLE

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7-3. EXTERNAL PROGRAMMING

If you need to use your own Software Control program from a PC
or automation, the device allows communication through an ASCII
code protocol. All commands can be found on www.analogway.com,

in the [Technical Support] menu, [User’s Manuals] menu.

All Analog Way products equipped with an RS232 input are
compatible with Crestron, AMX, Medialon, and most major control

systems. TCP/IP control ports are also available on most Analog
Way products, as standard or as options.

To control a PLS300 product with an External Remote Controller (PC

Software Control - Touch Pad Controller…) follow the indications

below :

1/ In the “Control” - “LAN Setup” menu, congure the connection of
the PLS300 product in UDP mode and setup the Local and Remote
Addresses as well as the Local and Remote Ports in concordance

with your Network.

2/ Congure the TCP/IP address of your External Remote Controller.
In example: 192.168.000.001

3/ Setup the UDP connection of your External Remote Controller in

concordance with your Network.

4/ You can now control your PLS300 product with an External

Remote Controller.

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WARRANTY

8-1. ANALOG WAY LIMITED WARRANTY

All Analog Way products have a 3 year warranty on parts and labor, back to factory. This warranty does not

include faults resulting from user negligence, special modications, electrical surges, abuse (drop/crush),

and/or other unusual damage.

8-2. SERVICES AND RMA

In the unlikely event that a product is required to return for repair, please call the regional Maintenance

center / Customer Service, and ask to receive a Return Material Authorization number (RMA). Three regional

maintenance centers are available depending on your location. See map below for information on which
regional maintenance center you depend on.

RMA Conditions:

1. Prior to returning any item, you must receive a Return Material Authorization (RMA) number.

2. All RMA numbers must appear on the return-shipping label.

3. All shipping and insurance charges on all RMAs must be prepaid by the customer.

North & South America

Analog Way Inc.
299 Broadway, Suite1620
New York, NY 10007
United States of America

Europe, Middle East and Africa

Analog Way SAS
33 rue du Saule Trapu
Parc du Moulin

91300 Massy - FRANCE

Asia - Pacic

Analog Way Pte Ltd.
No 10 Ubi Crescent
#03-05 Ubi Techpark Lobby A
Singapore 408564

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CONTACT INFORMATION

CONTACT INFORMATION

HOW TO CONTACT US

HOW TO CONTACT US

Analog Way SAS

33 rue du Saule Trapu
Parc du Moulin
91300 Massy
France

Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

Analog Way Inc.

299 Broadway, Suite 1620
New York, NY 10007
United States of America

Tel.: [phone]
Fax. [phone]
[e-mail]

Analog Way Pte Ltd.

No. 10 Ubi Crescent
#03-05 Ubi Techpark Lobby A
Singapore 408564

Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
[e-mail]

For more documentation, general information, or simply to keep up to date with new releases and upcoming Analog Way
products, please log on to www.analogway.com.

Before calling your regional maintenance center, please gather the following information:

- Serial number of the unit

- Firmware version (look in: CONTROL MENU/VERSIONS)

- Model reference (PLS300)

- Description of failure

INFORMATION ON UNIT DISPOSAL

In the European Union:

If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard it:

Please contact your Analog Way dealer who will inform you about take-back of the product. You might be charged for
the costs arising from take-back and recycling.

For Spain:
Please contact the established collection system or your local authority for take-back of your used product.

In other countries outside the EU:

If you wish to discard of this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.

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Version : 4.00 - 25/01/2012

Designs and specications are subject to change without notice

The illustrations and screens described in this manual may be exaggerated or simplied for easy

recognition and may be slightly different from the actual unit.

ANALOG WAY SAS

33 rue du Saule Trapu

Parc du Moulin

91300 Massy - France

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