ATV A-PRO-4 Startup Manual
AV mixer
A-PRO-4
Ver.2.0
Start Up Manual
Introduction
Functionality and specifications
Names and functions of parts
Connecting external devices
Basic operation
Video and audio operation
Troubleshooting
Support
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Please use your A-PRO-4 only after reading and understanding the content of
this manual.
In particular, please be sure to read all precautions related to the safe use of this
device.
Please be sure this manual is stored in a place where it is readily available to the
operator for reference.
Precautions
Precautions
Please be sure to follow all precautions related to the safe use of this device.
These precautions are intented to ensure that you use this device properly and to protect both you and others
from personal injury as well as your property from damage.
Please read these precautions before using the device and store this manual in a safe place.
Please be sure to review and understand the meaning of the following terms and symbols before reading this
manual.
Warning
This symbol is used to indicate precautions which if ignored could
potentially result in death or severe personal injury.
Caution
Caution
Prohibited
Mandatory
The use of this device in
shower stalls or bathtubs
is prohibited.
Touching this device is
prohibited.
Disassembly prohibited
Unplug the adapter and
cable
This symbol is used to indicate precautions which, if ignored, could
potentially result in either personal injury or property damage.
Meanings of pictorial symbols
Caution: Indicates directions that must be followed, and is used
to mark off a paragraph or illustration that provides detailed
instructions.
Prohibited: Indicates an action that is prohibited, and is used
to mark off a paragraph or illustration that provides detailed
instructions.
Mandatory: Indicates an action that must always be performed,
and is used to mark off a paragraph or illustration that provides
detailed instructions.
The use of this product inside a shower stall or bathtub could
result in re or electrical shock and cause serious damage. Refer
to the illustration for detailed instructions on prohibited actions.
Touching this product could result in fire or electrical shock
and cause serious damage. Refer to the illustration for detailed
instructions on prohibited actions.
Dissaembling this product could result in electrical shock or other
cause of personal injury. Refer to the illustration for detailed
instructions on prohibited actions.
Indicates that the user should unplug the AC adapter from the
wall socket or the USB cable from the computer. Refer to the
illustration for detailed instructions.
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Precautions
Warning
■ In the event that any of the following were to occur, immediately unplug the
power cord from the wall socket and the USB cable from the computer.
In the event that the device emits smoke, a strange odor, or a strange sound:
Continued use of the device under these conditions could result in fire or electrical
shock. Please contact us to arrange for repairs, once the device no longer emits
smoke, strange odors, or sounds. Never attempt to repair the unit yourself. To do so is
dangerous.
In the event that water or other liquid seeps into the device:
Please contact us immediately. Using the device as it is could result in fire or electrical
shock.
In the event that foreign objects enter the device:
Please contact us immediately. Using the device as it is could result in fire or electrical
shock. (In particular, be careful when this device is used near children.)
In the event that an abnormality, a malfunction, or a failure is found in the device, its AC
adapter, or its electrical power cord:
Please contact us to arrange for repairs. Using the device as it is could result in fire or
electrical shock.
■ Do not disassemble or modify the machine.
Doing so might lead to a fire and/or electric shock.
■ Always use the AC adapter that came with the device.
Doing so might lead to a fire and/or electric shock.
■ Always use an electrical power cord and plug that are suitable for the area or
region where the device is being used.
Doing so might lead to a fire and/or electric shock.
■ Do not place heavy objects on top of the plug-in AC adapter, and be sure that
the device does not sit atop the electrical power cord.
Damage to the electrical power cord might lead to a fire and/or electric shock. If a carpet
or rug is spread over the cord, a heavy object might inadvertently be placed on it.
■ Do not damage, rework, apply heat, or apply excessive force in bending,
twisting, or pulling the plug-in AC adapter.
Damage to the electrical power cord could result in fire or electrical shock.
■ Do not connect many devices to a single power outlet.
Failure to do so might lead to fire.
■ Do not use the device in any of the following locations:
Places where the cause of fires, electrical shock, malfunction, discoloration, or
deformation is present.
• Places where the temperature is extremely high due to causes such as being subject
to direct sunlight or being in close proximity to a space heater or other device that
emits heat.
• Baths, sinks, wet floors, and other places with considerable moisture or high humidity.
• Places subject to steam or smoke.
• Places subject to salt corrosion.
• Places exposed to rainfall.
• Places where dust and sand accumulate easily.
• Places subject to constant vibration or movement.
• Tables, benches, or other places that are off-level, wobbly, or otherwise unstable.
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Precautions
Warning
■ Do not place this device anywhere that water or foreign objects can penetrate it
or in a container that contains any kind of fluid.
Doing so might lead to a fire and/or electric shock.
■ Do not subject the device to strong impact.
To do so could result in damage or deformation of the device itself, in the device
rupturing, or in the emission of fluid, heat, smoke, or flame.
Caution
■ If the unit is not to be used for a long period of time, unplug the plug-in AC
adapter from the wall socket and the USB cable from the computer.
Failure to do so might lead to fire.
■ Be sure the electrical power cord is plugged securely into a wall socket.
Failure to do so could result in excessive heat or cause a fire if dust were to accumulate.
■ Connect and layout the cables properly.
Tripping on the cables or otherwise causing the device to fall over or fall to the floor could
result in personal injury.
■ When unplugging the plug-in AC adapter, do not pull on the electrical power
cord.
To do so could damage the electrical power cord and result in fire or electrical shock.
Always grasp the plug-in AC adapter itself to unplug it.
■ Keep the plug-in AC adapter away from hot objects.
The electrical power cord insulation might be melted, possibly resulting in a fire and/or
electric shock.
■ Never attempt to unplug the plug-in AC adapter with wet hands.
Doing so might lead to an electric shock.
■ Never use a wall socket that does not support the electric power plug securely
even when fully inserted.
To do so could cause heat and result in fire or electrical shock. In such a case, please
request that the retailer or an electrician replace the wall socket.
■ Remove all connections before moving the device.
Moving the device while external cables are connected could damage the electrical
power cord and result in fire or electrical shock.
■ Do not place your weight or heavy objects on the device.
In particular, be careful when using this device near children. Falling over or breaking
could result in personal injury.
■ Take care to avoid burns.
This device emits high heat, so take care to avoid burns.
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Precautions
Precautions for Use
■ Power supply
• Never connect A-PRO-4 to any electrical outlet that is used to power inverter-controlled devices
or devices with an electric motor, such as refrigerators, washing machines, microwave ovens, or
air conditioners. The use of other electrical devices in close proximity to A-PRO-4 could result in
misoperation due to power noise or the generation of other electrical noise. In places where it would
be difficult to provide the A-PRO-4 with an exclusive power outlet, please use an electrical power noise
filter.
• The AC adapter will generate heat when used for long periods of time, but this is normal and does not
indicate a malfunction.
• To prevent misoperation or malfunction, be sure that all power is turned off when connecting A-PRO-4 to
other equipment.
■ Installation
• The installation of A-PRO-4 in close proximity to power amplifiers or other equipment with a large
transformer could induce hum. If this happens, increase the separation between the devices or change
their orientation to each other.
• The use of A-PRO-4 in close proximity to televisions or radios could interfere with the reception of audio
or video signals. If this happens, increase the separation between the devices.
• The use of A-PRO-4 in close proximity to mobile phones or other wireless devices could result in noise
or loss of image. If this happens, increase the separation between the devices or turn off the wireless
devices.
• Whenever A-PRO-4 are moved to a location where the ambient temperature differs to an extreme
degree, moisture (condensation) could form inside. Using an A-PRO-4 in this condition could result in
malfunctions. In which case, it is best to wait several hours for the condensation to evaporate before
use.
■ Maintenance
• Ordinarily, you should keep an A-PRO-4 clean by wiping it down with a soft, dry cloth or a tightly wrung
damp one. If the A-PRO-4 is heavily soiled, wipe it clean with a cloth dampened in a mild detergent and
then wipe it down with a soft, dry cloth.
• Never use benzene, paint thinner, or alcohol-based solvents to clean A-PRO-4. Doing so could result in
discoloration or deformation.
■ Repair
• We cannot warranty the performance of any device or AC adapter that has been disassembled or
modified by the user. Also, we reserve the right to refuse to repair devices or AC adapters.
• When repairing any device, the data stored in memory is sometimes lost. Be sure to back up your data
prior to repair. Please understand that we can neither restore nor provide compensation for lost data.
• We retain an inventory of the functional parts needed to repair A-PRO-4 for a period of six years after
discontinuation of manufacture. Repairs for A-PRO-4 are available only while repair parts are available.
Please feel free to inquire about repairs, however, even after this period is past, since some repairs are
still possible, depending upon the nature of the malfunction.
■ Other precautions
• Data stored in an A-PRO-4 memory could be lost due to malfunction or misoperation. Be sure to back
up your data prior to using an A-PRO-4. Please understand that we can neither restore nor provide
compensation for lost data.
• Never apply excessive force to the input and output connectors. To do so could result in malfunctions.
• Always adjust the volume settings so that you do not disturb people who are nearby.
• When transporting an A-PRO-4, wrap it in packing material and place it in its box or otherwise provide
equivalent protection.
• If you do dispose of the box and packing that came with the A-PRO-4, be sure to follow all local
regulations pertaining to the sorting of waste materials.
• Do not use this device to create video images that could adversely affect human health. Image switching
at extremely high speeds could cause headaches, nausea, or seizures in persons already susceptible to
illness. We cannot be held responsible for the effects of video images created with this device.
■ Intellectual property rights
• The names of products and companies shown in this manual are the trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective owners.
• Never use A-PRO-4 for any application that violates the copyrights of a third party. We cannot be held
responsible for instances in which A-PRO-4 are used to violate the copyrights of a third party.
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■Table of Contents
Introduction ---------------------------------------------- 7
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Overview --------------------------------------------------------- 7
Checking the contents of the package ------------------ 7
Functionality and specifications ----------------- 8
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Block Diagram -------------------------------------------------- 8
Program (PGM) output and preview (PVW) output --- 9
Product specifications ---------------------------------------- 9
Connection specifications ----------------------------------10
Names and functions of parts -------------------- 13
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External View --------------------------------------------------13
Names and functions of top panel parts ----------------14
Names and functions of rear panel parts ---------------15
Onscreen menu names and functions of parts --------16
Connecting external devices ---------------------17
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Connecting to a video input connector ------------------17
Connecting to a video output connector ----------------18
Connecting to an audio/GPI input/output connector
Other connections --------------------------------------------20
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Basic operation ----------------------------------------21
Turning the power on and off. ----------------------------21
Change or verify the System Format --------------------22
Video and audio operation ------------------------23
Switching video ------------------------------------------------23
Switching audio -----------------------------------------------28
Troubleshooting --------------------------------------29
Support --------------------------------------------------- 31
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Introduction
Overview
• The A-PRO-4 is a video mixer that is capable seamlessly switching four separate video signals.
• It is also capable of switching and mixing audio embedded in video.
• It is equipped with input for two SDI channels and two HDMI channels, and one of the HDMI channels is
capable of being switched to analog video signal input.
• HDMI 1 has built-in scaler functionality and is capable of receiving input at resolutions that dier from other
input/output.
• It is equipped with input and output connectors for external audio and is capable of mixing audio from an
external source or outputting mixed audio to other devices.
• It is equipped with USB audio video output connectors and can be connected to a PC for live streaming,
teleconferences, or other similar uses.
• It is equipped with a REF IN connector and capable of operation with a GENLOCK system.
Checking the contents of the package
The following content is packaged with this product.
Please contact a retail seller should you find that any of the following items are not included with your
purchase.
AC adapter and EU two-prong electrical power cord
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Introduction
PSE
for Japan
A-PRO-4
US
for North America
Electrical power cords x 4
Start Up Manual (this document)
UK(BSI 3A)
for UK
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AU(SAA 2pin)
for Australia
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Caution
Functionality and specifications
In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit are
subject to change without prior notice.
Block Diagram
IN 1 SDI
IN 2 SDI
IN 3 HDMI
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Functionality and specifications
IN 4 HDMI
IN 4 VIDEO
REF IN
GPI/AUDIO IN
L
R
Audio
De-embed
Audio
De-embed
Audio
De-embed
Audio
De-embed
Video
Decoder
Genlock
Audio In
Mode
FS
FS
MONO/
STEREO
GPI 1
+5V
GPI 2
+5V
GPI 3
Scaler
+5V
GPI 4
+5V
GPI 5
+5V
GPI 6
4x4
Matrix
Sw
Audio
Follow
+5V
+5V
+5V
GPI 7
GPI 8
FS
FS
Ch
Level
Input
Gain
A/D
Connect
to CPU
Connect
to CPU
Connect
to CPU
Connect
to CPU
Connect
to CPU
Connect
to CPU
Connect
to CPU
Connect
to CPU
PGM
Mix/
Wipe
Scaler
PVW
Mix/
Wipe
AUX1
AUX2
PGM
PVW
BUS
BUS
Out
Level
PGM
DSK
PVW
DSK
6x3
Matrix
Sw
Alpha
Gen
Multi
OSD
View
Audio
Delay
MON
SEL
Max
Out
Level
D/A
PHONES
Level
USB
Level
Audio
Out
Mode
Audio
Embed
Audio
Embed
Audio
Embed
SDI OUT
HDMI OUT
USB3.0 OUT
GPI/AUDIO OUT
L
R
PHONES
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Functionality and specifications
Program (PGM) output and preview (PVW) output
Program (PGM) output
• The red VIDEO INPUT SELECT button outputs an input signal.
• PGM output default settings are SDI and USB output.
• No onscreen menu is displayed.
Preview (PVW) output
• In Direct mode, the red VIDEO INPUT SELECT button outputs an input signal.
( Refer to P.23 Toggling switching modes)
• In Preview mode, the green Video Input Select button outputs an input signal.
( Refer to P.23 Toggling switching modes)
• MultiView output default setting is HDMI output. (Multiview displays on one screen PGM and PVW outputs)
• Onscreen menu is displayed only MultiVIew output.
Product specifications
307
(12-1/8W)
119119
(4-11/16)(4-11/16)
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Functionality and specifications
246
(9-11/16)
307
(12-1/8)
Item Description
Dimmensions
Weight 2.9 kg 6 lbs 7 oz (without AC adaptor & Electrical power cord)
Operation Temparature +0 to +40 degrees Celsius +41 to +104 degrees Fahrenheit
Accessories
307(W) x 246(D) x 119(H) [mm] 12-1/8(W) x 9-11/16(D) x 4-11/16(H) [inch]
AC adaptor
Electrical power cords x 5
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Functionality and specifications
Connection specifications
Input Connectors
SDI IN
2
Functionality and specifications
HDMI IN
(IN3)
HDMI IN
(IN4)
Item Description
Connector BNC type x 2
Signal Standards
Video Format
Color Format
Audio Format
Connector Type A (19 pins) x 1
Signal Standards HDMI1.4
Video Format
Color Format 10/12 bits YCC4:2:2, 8/10/12 bits YCC/RGB4:4:4
Audio Format Linear PCM, 16 to 24 bits, 32 to 48 kHz, 2 to 8 ch
Connector Type A (19 pins) x 1
Signal Standards HDMI1.4
Video Format
SMPTE ST2081 SMPTE ST424 (SMPTE ST425-AB) SMPTE ST292 SMPTE
ST259-C
2048x1080
1920x1080
1280x720
720x480 59.94i (Conforms to ITU-R BT.656-3/5)
720x576
10 bits YCC4:2:2, 12 bits YCC/RGB4:4:4, 10 bits RGBA/YCCA4:4:4:4,
12 bits YCCA4:2:2:4
Linear PCM, 24/20 bits, 48 kHz, 16 ch (Conforms to SMPTE ST299, ST272-C)
2048x1080
1920x1080
1280x720 60p/59.94p/50p (Conforms to CEA-861-F)
720x480 59.94p (Conforms to CEA-861-F)
720x576 50p (Conforms to CEA-861-F)
720(1440)x480 59.94i (Conforms to CEA-861-F)
720(1440)x576 50i (Conforms to CEA-861-F)
2048x1080
1920x1080
1280x720 60p/59.94p/50p (Conforms to CEA-861-F)
720x480 59.94p (Conforms to CEA-861-F)
720x576 50p (Conforms to CEA-861-F)
720(1440)x480
720(1440)x576
640x480 60/72/75/85 (Conforms to VESA DMT)
800x600 56/60/72/75/85 (Conforms to VESA DMT)
1024x768 60/70/75/85 (Conforms to VESA DMT)
1152x864 75 (Conforms to VESA DMT)
1280x768 60/75/85 (Conforms to VESA DMT)
1280x800 60/75/85 (Conforms to VESA DMT)
1280x960 60/85 (Conforms to VESA DMT)
1280x1024 60/75/85 (Conforms to VESA DMT)
1360x768 60 (Conforms to VESA DMT)
1400x1050 60/75 (Conforms to VESA DMT)
1440x900 60/75/85 (Conforms to VESA DMT)
1600x1200 60 (Conforms to VESA DMT)
60p/59.94p/50p/48p/47.95p/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p/30PsF/
29.97PsF/25PsF/24PsF/23.98PsF (Conforms to SMPTE ST2048)
60p/59.94p/50p/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p/60i/59.94i/50i/30PsF/
29.97PsF/25PsF/24PsF/23.98PsF (Conforms to SMPTE ST274)
60p/59.94p/50p/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p (Conforms to SMPTE ST296)
50i (Conforms to ITU-R BT.656-3/5)
60p/59.94p/50p/48p/47.95p/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p
(SMPTE ST2048 Timings)
60p/59.94p/50p/60i/59.94i/50i/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p
(Conforms to CEA-861-F)
60p/59.94p/50p/48p/47.95p/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p
(SMPTE ST2048 Timings)
60p/59.94p/50p/60i/59.94i/50i/30p/29.97p/25p/24p/23.98p
(Conforms to CEA-861-F)
59.94i (Conforms to CEA-861-F)
50i (Conforms to CEA-861-F)
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