Barco MiSPHERE Installation Manual

MiSPHERE

Installation manual

R5976941/00
03/01/2006

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Federal Communications Commission (FCC Statement)

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC r
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of t
cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be responsible for correcting any interference.

his equipment in a residential area may

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Guarantee and Compensation

Barco provides a guarantee relating to perfect manufacturing as part of the legally stipulated terms of guarantee. On receipt, the purchaser
must immediately inspect all delivered goods for damage incurred during transport, as well as for material and manufacturing faults Barco
must be informed immediately in writing of any complaints.

The period of guarantee begins on the date of transfer of risks, in the case of special systems and software on the date of commissioning,
at latest 30 days after the transfer of risks. In the event of justified notice of complaint, Barco can repair the fault or provide a replacement
at its own discretion within an appropriate period. If this measure proves t
reduction in the purchase price or cancellation of the contract. All other claims, in particular those relating to compensation for direct or
indirect damage, and also damage attributed to the operation of software as well as to other services provided by Barco, being a component
of the system or independent service, will be deemed invalid provided
guaranteed in writing or due to the intent or gross negligence or part of Barco.

If the purchaser or a third party carries out modifications or repairs on goods delivered by Barco, or if the goods are handled incorrectly,
in particular if the systems are commissioned operated incorrectly or if, after the transfer of risks, the goods are subject to influences not
agreed upon in the contract, all guarantee claims of the purchaser will be rendered invalid. Not included in the guarantee coverage are
system failures which are attributed to programs or special electronic circuitry provided by the purchaser, e.g. interfaces. Normal wear as
well as normal maintenance are not subject to the guarantee provided by Barco either.

The environmental conditions as well as the servicing a
the customer.

nd maintenance regulations specified in the this manual must be complied with by

o be impossible or unsuccessful, the purchaser can demand a

the damage is not proven to be attributed to the absence of properties

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All brand and product names mentioned in this manual serve as comments or examples and are not to be understood as advertising for
the products or their manufactures.

Table of contents

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Safety.................................................................................................................. 3

1.1 Safetyguidelines ...................................................................................................................... 4

1.2 Importantsafety instructions.......................................................................................................... 5

1.3 Importantwarnings.................................................................................................................... 6

1.4 Importantwarningsconcerning flight cases.......................................................................................... 7

2. Installation requirements .......................................................................................... 9

2.1 Installation requirements for a MiSPHERE system .................................................................................10

2.2 System requirements for the control software. . ..................................................................................... 11

3. Components of a MiSPHERE system ........................................................................... 13

3.1 MiSPHERE unit ......................................................................................................................14

3.2 MiSPHERE control box ..............................................................................................................16

4. MiSPHERE peripherals and accessories.......................................................................19

4.1 MiSPHERE flight cases..............................................................................................................20

4.2 Power boxes..........................................................................................................................22

4.3 Digitizer...............................................................................................................................23

4.4 Fiberlinksystem......................................................................................................................24

4.5 Control software......................................................................................................................25

5. Setup process of a MiSPHERE system.........................................................................27

5.1 Setup a MiSPHERE system.........................................................................................................28

6. Basic setup procedures...........................................................................................31

6.1 Createa MiSPHEREstring..........................................................................................................32

6.2 Hang upa MiSPHEREstring ........................................................................................................34

6.3 Install the MiSPHEREcontrol box...................................................................................................36

7. Cabling of MiSPHERE control boxes ...........................................................................37

7.1 Power cablingof MiSPHEREcontrol boxes.........................................................................................38

7.2 Data cabling of MiSPHEREcontrol boxes ..........................................................................................39

8. Maintenance.........................................................................................................41

8.1 Cleaning MiSPHERE units...........................................................................................................42

8.2 Cleaning the outside of the MiSPHERE control box .. . .............................................................................43

A. Dimensions ..........................................................................................................45

A.1 Dimensions oftheMiSPHERE unit..................................................................................................46

A.2 Dimensions oftheMiSPHERE control box..........................................................................................47

A.3 Dimensions oftheMiSPHERE flight cases .........................................................................................48

B. Specifications .......................................................................................................49

B.1 MiSPHERE specifications............................................................................................................50

B.2 Weight of individual parts of a MiSPHERE system .................................................................................51

C. Order info ............................................................................................................53

C.1 Sparepart orderinfo .................................................................................................................54

Index......................................................................................................................55

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1. SAFETY

About this chapter

Read this chapter attentively. It contains important information to prevent personal injury while installing a MiSPHERE system.
Furthermore, it includes several cautions to prevent damage to the MiSPHERE parts. Ensure that you understand and follow all
safety guidelines, safety instructions and warnings mentioned in this chapter before installing the MiSPHERE system. After this
chapter, additional “warnings” and “cautions” are given depending on the installation procedure. Read and follow these “warnings”
and “cautions” as well.

Overview

• Safety guidelines

• Important safety instructions

• Important warnings

• Important warnings concerning flight cases

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1. Safety

1.1 Safety guidelines

Personal pr ote ct ion

WARNING: Ensure you understand and follo w all the safety guidelines, safety instructions, warnings and

cautions mentioned i n this manual.

WARNING: Be aware of suspended loads .

WARNING: Wear a hard hat to reduce the risk of personal injury.

Installation personnel

This installation must be performed by authorized and qualified technical personnel only.

Accredited safety officers must ensure the safety of the site, construction, assembly, connection, use, dismantling, transport etc. of
such safety critical systems.

Caution

Installation should be performed only after you are thoroughly familiar with all of the proper safety checks and installation instructions.
To do otherwise increases the risk of hazards and injury to the user.

Assembly parts are designed for intended use only in conjunction with Barco MiSPHERE displays.

Do not modify and/or replicate any component. Barco uses specific materials and manufacturing processes in order to achieve part
strength. Consult Barco for assistance with custom applications.

Always follow Barco installation instructions. Contact Barco if you should have any question regarding the safety of an application.

The manufacturer assumes no liability for incorrect, inadequate, irrespons

ible or unsafe assembly of systems.

Product care

Structural & mounting components should be kept dry, clean, lubricated (only if recommended), coated properly, and otherwise
maintained in a manner consistent with part design. Barco products must be used in a manner consistent with their design and
inspected on a routine basis for security, wear, deformation, corrosion and any other circumstances that may affect the load handling
capability of the part.

Barco recommends inspections at regular intervals for all installations and increasing in frequency for more critical installations. If
a part is found to have damage, which may cause a decrease in load capability, the part must be removed for service or replaced
immediately.

Under no circumstances are Barco parts repairable by anyone other than Barco.

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1.2 Important safety instructions

Instructions:

• Read these instructions.

• Keep these instructions.

• Heed all warnings.

• Follow all instructions.

• Clean only with materials or chemicals that are inert, nonabrasive, noncorrosive and non-marking. Consult the manufacturer
for further advice should any doubts exist regarding any cleaning procedure.

• Do not block ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.

• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.

• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plugs/sockets. If the provided sockets/plugs are damaged
then replacement of the defective parts must be undertaken immediately.

• Protect the power/data cords from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus. Replace damaged power/data cords immediately.

• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

• Disconnect the power to this apparatus during lightning storms or provide suitable additional lightning protection. Unplug this
apparatus when unused for long period of time.

• Refer all servicing to qualified service technicians/personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in
any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, the apparatus does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

• Use only with systems or peripherals specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. Use ca
or transporting to avoid damage by possible tipping.

ution during lifting/moving

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1. Safety

1.3 Important warnings

Important warnings:

• Risk of electric shock:
Do not open. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove cover (or back). No user-serviceable parts inside. Refer
servicing to qualified service personnel.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUTION : TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK)

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL

The lightning flash with an arrowhead within a triangle is intended to tell the user that parts inside this product may cause a risk
of electrical shock to persons.
The exclamation point within a triangle is intended to tell the user that important oper
included in the technical documentation for this equipment.

• Maximum a nd minimum ambient temperature:
The maximum ambient temperature for the LED wall is 40 °C, the minimum temperature is -20 °C.

• High leakage current:
The combination of multiple MiSPHERE control boxes in an installation results in increased levels of leakage current. In order
to avoid risk of electric shock due to high leakage current, proper grounding o

• Flammable materials:
Keep flammable materials away from the installation (such as curtains). A lot of energy is transferred into heat. The installation
should be such that the amount of air flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised. Proper ventilation
must be provided.

• Risk of electric shock / Ris k of fire:
To protect against risk of fire by overloading of power cables, MAXIMU
parallel. Each power source cable supplying MAXIMUM 3 MiSPHERE control boxes should be protected by a circuit breaker
or fuses rated 16 A / 250 VAC (15 A / 250 VAC in the USA and Canada).

• Disconnect device:
When the appliance inlets of the individual MiSPHERE control boxes are not accessible, the socket outlets supplying the rack
shall be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible, or a readily accessible general disconnect device shall be
incorporated in the fixed wiring.

• This equipment MU S T be earthed:
In order to protect against risk of electric shock, the installation should be properly grounded. Defeating the purpose of the
grounding type plug will expose you to the risk of electric sh

• Power system:
It is recommended to use a TN-S power distribution system (a power distribution system with a separate neutral and grounding
conductor) in order to avoid large ground currents loops due to voltage differences in the neutral conductor. The total electrical
installation should be protected by an appropriate rated disconnect switch, circuit breakers and Ground Fault Current Inter­rupters. The installation shall be done according to the local electrical installation codes. In Europe special attention should be
given to EN 60364, the standard for electrical installation of buildings. In Germany VDE 0100 should be adhered to.

• Mains cords:
The power cords delivered with this system have special properties for safety. They are not user serviceable. If the power cords
are damaged, replace only with new ones. Never try to r

• Data cables:
The data cables provided with this system have special properties for safety. They are not user serviceable. If the data cables
are damaged, replace only with new ones. Never try to repair a data cable. Per requirements of the National Electrical Code®
in the USA , the length of a data cable must not exceed 42 m (140 feet). Avoid exposure of data cables to accidental contact
with lightning or power conductors.

ating and/or servicing instructions are

f the installation is required.

M 3 MiSPHERE control boxes may be connected in

ock.

epair a power cord.

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1.4 Important warnings concerning flight cases

Important warnings concerning stack and transport MiSPHERE rental flight cases

• Maximum stack three (3) MiSPHERE rental flight cases high. Never higher.

• Surface on which flight case is standing must be level to ensure that the total load is evenly spread out among the four wheels.
The surface must also be able to support the load safely.

• Before stacking or transporting flight cases, check the wheels and their fixation screws for wear or defects.

• Before stacking or transporting flight cases, check the two lock handles on each flight case are in good working order and locked
securely.

• When stacked, make sure the wheels of the upper flight case are precisely positioned in the stacking dishes of the flight case
below.

• Stacked flight cases may not be moved. Before stacking, the lower flight case must already be in its final resting position before
placing the second upon it.

• Never stack loaded flight cases in a truck or other transport medium, unless each flight case is rigidly strapped tight.

• In the event of a wheel breaking, flight cases must be rigidly strapped tight to prevent a stack collapsing.

• Use an appropriate forklift to raise flight cases and take the necessary precautions to avoid personnel injury.

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2. INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS

Overview

• Installation requirements for a MiSPHERE system

• System requirements for the control software

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2.1 Installation requirements for a MiSPHERE system

Weight

Do not underestimate the weight of a complete MiSPHERE system. Be sure that the truss installation on which the MiSPHERE
strings has to be installed is capable of handling five (5) times the complete load of the system. Note that one MiSPHERE control
box and 4 strings of 64 MiSPHERE units weights together approximately 50 kg.

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2.2 System requirements for the control software

Before you begin

It assumes you are familiar with the Windows operating system at your site.

The CD-ROM in your package contains a Windows-based installation program. You can install the software from the CD-ROM.

System requirements

Minimum specifications :

• Hardware

- PC Pentium III or equivalent, 1 GHz

-512MbRAM

- Free hard disk space: 300 Mb

- XGA resolution (1024 x 768)

- Serial communication port

• Software

- Windows 2000, Windows XP Home or Windows XP Professional

Recommended specifications :

• Hardware

- PC Pentium IV or equivalent, 2.4 GHz

-512MbRAM

- 300 Mb hard disk free space

- SXGA resolution (1280 x 1024) with 32 Mb video memory

- Serial communication port

• Software

- Windows XP Professional

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3. Components of a MiSPHERE system

3. COMPONENTS OF A MISPHERE SYSTEM

System overview

The fundamental elements of a MiSPHERE system are:

• MiSPHERE units.

• MiSPHERE control boxes.

• Power box.

• Digitizer.

• Control software.

Block diagram of a MiSPHERE system

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MiSPHERE

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l different components of a MiSPHERE system more in detail or refer to an other

Overview

• MiSPHERE unit

• MiSPHERE control box

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3.1 MiSPHERE unit

Introduction MiSPHERE unit

The MiSPHERE unit consist in one intelligent full color pixel sheltered in a semi transparent ruggedized housing. This ruggedized
housing has a IP65 rating and is self supporting. The MiSPHERE unit has an input connector at the top side and an output connector
at the bottom side of the capsule. These sockets enable to connect the MiSPHERE units with each other in a daisy chain manner
using a short link cable. This way, up to 64 MiSPHERE units can be connected with each other forming one MiSPHERE string. A
MiSPHERE curtain (display) can be created by suspending several of these MiSPHERE strings next to each other. Each MiSPHERE
unit acts as a pixel within the curtain.

Image 3-2

Parts location of a MiSPHERE unit

B

A

C

Image 3-3

A Semi transparent capsule.
B Male input socket (Top side of MiSPHERE).
C Female output socket (Bottom side of MiSPHERE).
D Top safety eyelid.
E Bottom safety eyelid.

Remember that the side with the male connector is the top side of the MiSPHERE unit. This is of importance
when creating a MiSPHERE string.

D

E

B

Cables and access

A link cable (image 3-4) and a safety steel cable (image 3-5) are used to connect two MiSPHERE units together. A long primary
cable (image 3-7) is used to connect the first MiSPHERE unit in the chain with one of the output ports of the MiSPHERE control box.
Futhermore, a long safety steel cable (image 3-8) is used to suspend the whole MiSPHERE string. This long safety cable has to be
attached with the uppermost MiSPHERE unit. At last, a MiSPHERE end cap (image 3-6) is used to seal up the output socket of the
last MiSPHERE unit of each string. Note that the same end cap can be used to seal up an unused output port of the MiSPHERE
control box.

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Image 3-4
MiSPHERE link cable 90 mm (50 pieces + safety
cables: R9853260).

Image 3-7
MiSPHERE primary data cable 6 meter (4 pieces
+ 8 long safety cables: R9853270).

Image 3-5
MiSPHERE safety cable 90 mm (50 pieces + link
cables: R9853260).

Image 3-8
MiSPHERE long safety cable 6 meter (8 pieces +
4 primary cables: R9853270)..

Image 3-6
MiSPHERE end cap (B334893).

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3.2 MiSPHERE control box

Introduction MiSPHERE control box

The MiSPHERE control box contains a power supply unit, a distribution interface and a controller/re-sync unit. All together covered
in an rugged IP65 housing. The control box is attached to a mounting plate for easy installation.

B

D

A

Image 3-9

C

A Fan.
B Standard outdoor connector ports.
C Power/data output ports.
D Mounting plate.

The power supply requires an input voltage between 200 and 240 volt A

C. The distribution interface has 4 output ports to connect a
MiSPHERE string with. The re-sync unit contains the standard Barco LED-wall outdoor connector ports to link the data and power
from tile to tile.

Input/output ports of the MiSPHERE control box

The illustration below shows the different connection ports of the MiSPHERE control box. At the left side of the illustration you can
see the front view of the MiSPHERE control box with the power/data input/output ports used to realize the power and data connec­tions from control box to control box. At the right side of the illustration below you can see the bottom view of the MiSPHERE control
box with the four power/data output ports where a long interconnection cable can be plugged in leading to the MiSPHEREstring.

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C

A

B

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1

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2

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Image 3-10

A Data output port.
B Data input port.
C Power input socket.
D Power output socket.
1 Power/data output port number 1 (to the first MiSPHERE string).
2 Power/data output port number 2 (to the second MiSPHERE string).
3 Power/data output port number 3 (to the third MiSPHERE string).
4 Power/data output port number 4 (to the fourth MiSPHERE string).

Each output port can place a dedicated color upon the MiSPHERE string. This makes the identification of the MiSPHERE strings
easier.

• Port 1 : Red

• Port 2 : Green

•Port3:Blue

• Port 4 : White

Using an MiSPHERE control box as stand alone re-sync unit

The MiSPHERE control box acts like a stand alone re-sync unit in case no power is applied to the power input socket of the control
box. When you use the MiSPHERE control box as stand alone re-sync unit ensure to place dummy plugs upon the power input and

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output sockets. Maximum connect three (3) stand alone re-sync units in series. The cable length used between two control boxes
may not exceed 5 meter.

Power cables used between MiSPHERE control boxes

To meet the demands of each MiSPHERE application Barco offers several lengths of power cables to link power from control box to
control box. Note that the power output port of the last MiSPHERE control box in the power chain has to be sealed with a dummy
power plug.

Image 3-11
Power link cable of 1,5 meter (R9850241).

Image 3-14
Dummy power plug (R9850280).

Image 3-12
Power link cable of 4,5 meter (R9850250).

Image 3-13
Power link cable of 9 meter (R9850260).

Data cables used between MiSPHERE control boxes

To meet the demands of each MiSPHERE application Barco offers several lengths of data cables to link data from control box to
control box. Note that the data output port of the last MiSPHERE control box in the data chain has to be sealed with a dummy data
plug.

Image 3-15
Data linking cable of 1,5 meter (R9850210).

Image 3-16
Data linking cable of 5 meter (R9850220).

Image 3-17
Dummy data plug (R9850270).

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End cap for unused power/data output ports

Image 3-18
MiSPHERE end cap.

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4. MiSPHERE peripherals and accessories

4. MISPHERE PERIPHERALS AND ACCESSORIES

About this chapter

This chapter describes, or refer to another manual, all the peripherals and accessories, which can be used in the setup of an Mi­SPHERE system.

Overview

• MiSPHERE flight cases

• Power boxes

• Digitizer

• Fiberlink system

• Control software

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4.1 MiSPHERE flight cases

General

There are two different MiSPHERE flight cases available. One for the MiSPHERE control boxes and one for the MiSPHERE strings.

Flight case for MiSPHERE control boxes

This flight case holds up to 4 MiSPHERE control boxes plus the required power and data cables for the control boxes.

Cables included per MiSPHERE control box:

• One waterproof power linking cable of 4,5 meter.

• One waterproof data linking cable of 5 meter (MDR-MDR).

• Four primary data cables of 6 meter.

• Eight long steel safety cables of 6 meter.

Flight case for MiSPHERE strings

Image 4-1
MiSPHERE string flight case (R9855780).

This flight case can hold up 4 layers of 8 strings of 8 MiSPHERE units, cables and safety cables included. So, maximum 256
MiSPHERE units, which is the maximum number of units allowed per MiSPHERE control box (four strings of 64 units). Each layer is
separated with a foam to protect the MiSPHERE units and to prevent that the strings get jumbled together. The four castor wheels
and the handles make the flight case easy to handle. The image below shows a front cross section and a top view of an open filled
flight case.

Image 4-2

The dimensions of the flight case are optimal for maximum utilization of the floor area of a truck. Furthermore, the tip side of the
flight case has four stacking dishes, which allow to stack the flight cases.

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WARNING: Maximum stack three (3) MiSPHERE rental flight cases high. Never higher.

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4.2 Power boxes

General

Depending on the size of the MiSPHERE display system, the power system has to be adapted. Therefore several sizes of power
boxes are available. For small and medium size MiSPHERE display systems the “Mono Phase Power Box” is used. For larger
MiSPHERE display systems there is a range of “Custom Power Boxes”. There is also a “Rental Power Box” available. Refer to the
manual of the power box used in the application for more information.

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4.3 Digitizer

General

The digitizer processes (image processing, conversion and conditioning) all source signals for digital distribution to every tile. The
digitizer may be accessed directly or via the control software (e.g. Director toolset). This software is designed as a user interface
to be used in conjunction with the digitizer and display, this can be used when connected to the digitizer through a serial RS232
connection. Refer to the manual of the digitizer for more information about the digitizer.

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4.4 Fiberlink system

General

The data signal coming out of the digitizer is transported from the digitizer to the display by a high-speed data link. To send such
a high density stream of data over long distances, a fiber optic cable is required. Barco offers a complete system: a transmitter, a
cable and a receiver.

Barco offers two different fiberlink systems: one for shorter distances, based on a multi mode optical fiber, and one for longer dis­tances, based on a single mode optical fiber. Refer to the manual of the fiberlink system for more information about the fiberlink
system.

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4.5 Control software

General

The control software is designed as a graphic user interface (GUI) and can be used to control and configure the digitizer as well as
the Barco LED wall via a PC (e.g. Director toolset). For more information refer to the manual of the control software.

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5. Setup process of a MiSPHERE system

5. SETUP PROCESS OF A MISPHERE SYSTEM

About this chapter

This chapter describes roughly the installation process of the MiSPHERE system. Several process stages refer to one or more of
the detailed "Basic setup procedures", page 31.

WARNING: The MiSPHERE is designed to install in a hanging configuration only. The length of the MiSPHERE

string is limited, maximum 64 MiSPHERE units per string. Never put additional l oad or downwards traction
onto the MiSPHERE string.

WARNING: Safety first. Fence off the installation area before starting to install your MiSPHERE syste m. En-

sure you read, understand and follow all safety instructions mentioned in the chap ter "Safety", page 3, of this
installation manual. Furthermore, be sure that all installation requirements for your MiSPHERE system are
fulfilled, see "Installation requirements", page 9.

WARNING: Be sure that the truss installation, on whi ch you want to hang the MiSPHERE system, complies

with the local regulations regarding such installations and that the truss installation will be able to support
the complete load of the MiSPHERE system.

Overview

• Set up a MiSPHERE system

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5.1 Set up a MiSPHERE system

Setup process

1. The first stage in the process is the creation of the MiSPHERE strings. See detailed procedure "Create a MiSPHERE string",

page 32. Ensure that the output socket of the last MiSPHERE unit is sealed up with an end cap.

Warning: The length of the MiSPHERE string is limited, maximum 64 MiSPHERE units per string.

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Image 5-1

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62

61

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4

3

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2. The second stage in the process is the suspension of the MiSPHERE strings. See detailed procedure "Hang up a MiSPHERE

string", page 34. Note that the spacing between the strings is variable.

Image 5-2

3. The third stage in the process is the install

ation of the MiSPHERE control boxes. One MiSPHERE control box needs to be
installed per four MiSPHERE strings. Note that the MiSPHERE control box has four output ports, which has to be placed within
the range of the MiSPHERE primary cables connected with the MiSPHERE strings. The MiSPHERE control box is attached
to a mounting plate which enable the use o

f universal doughty clamps for easy installation. See detailed procedure "Install the

MiSPHERE control box", page 36.

Image 5-3

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4. The next stage in the process is the installation of the digitizer and the realization of the data cabling of the MiSPHERE control
boxes. For installation guidelines about the digitizer, see manual of the used digitizer. To realize the data cabling, see chapter
"Data cabling of MiSPHERE control boxes", page 39.

Caution: Do not forget to place a dummy data plug upon the data output socket of the last MiSPHERE control box in the data

chain.

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

IN

Image 5-4

5. The next stage in the process is the installation of the power box(es) and the realization of the power cabling of the MiSPHERE
control boxes. For installation guidelines about the power box(es), see manual of the used power box(es). To realize the power
cabling, see chapter "Power cabling of MiSPHERE control boxes", page 38.

Warning: To protect against risk of fire by overloading of power cables, the amount of MiSPHERE control boxes per power

source cable is limited. Never connect more than 3 MiSPHERE control boxes with one power source cable.

Caution: Do not forget to place a dummy power plug upon all unused power output sockets of the MiSPHERE control boxes.

Image 5-5

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

IN

6. The second last stage in the process is the installation of the control software (Director toolset). See software installation proce­dure described in the manual of the control software.

DATA

DATA

Image 5-6

7. The last stage in the process is t

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6. Basic setup procedures

6. BASIC SETUP PROCEDURES

About this chapter

This chapter contains all installation procedures necessary to set up a MiSPHERE system. These procedures describe, with de­tailed step by step actions and illustrations, how to install a MiSPHERE system in a hanging configuration. See chapter "Set up a
MiSPHERE system", page 28, to follow the correct order of procedures required to set up your MiSPHERE system.

Overview

• Create a MiSPHERE string

• Hang up a MiSPHERE string

• Install the MiSPHERE control box

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6. Basic setup procedures

6.1 Create a MiSPHERE string

Necessary parts

• MiSPHERE link cable.

• MiSPHERE safety cable (same length as link cable).

• MiSPHERE end cap.

How to create a MiSPHERE string ?

1. Attach a short safety cable (A) with the bottom safety eyelid (B) of a MiSPHERE unit as illustrated.

Note: The bottom safety eyelid is located at the same side of the female output socket (F) of the MiSPHERE unit.

F

A

B

Image 6-1

2. Connect a short link cable (C) with the female output socket (F) of the MiSPHERE unit as illustrated.

F

C

Image 6-2

3. Attach the other end of the short safety cable (A) with the top safety eyelid (D) of another MiSPHERE unit as illustrated.

Note: The top safety eyelid is located at the same side of the male output socket of the MiSPHERE unit.

A

D

Image 6-3

4. Connect the female side of the short link cable with the male input socket of the next MiSPHERE unit as illustrated.

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Image 6-4

5. Repeat from step 1 until the MiSPHERE string is completed.

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62

63

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1

2

3

4

Image 6-5

6. Seal up the female output connector (F) of the last MiSPHERE unit in the string with an end cap (E).

F

E

Image 6-6

CAUTION: Ensure that, w hen you create MiSPHERE strings, you never plug a male cable plug into a male

socket. This is practical
which results in not working of the following MiSPHERE units in the string.

possible, but it’s obvious that in this case the power and data signals are interrup ted,

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6.2 Hang up a MiSPHERE s tring

Necessary parts

• Two long safety cables per string.

• One long MiSPHERE primary cable per string.

How to hang up a MiSPHERE string ?

1. Provide the second last MiSPHERE unit with a long safety cable (S1).

Note: There may not be a short link cable connected on the male input socket of the MiSPHERE unit. Otherwise it’s impossible

to attach the long safety cable with the safety eye lid.

2. Connect a short link cable upon the second last MiSPHERE unit.

3. Connect the last MiSPHERE unit with the previous installed short link cable.

4. Provide the last MiSPHERE unit with a long safety cable (S2).

Note: There may not be a primary cable connected on the male input socket of the MiSPHERE unit. Otherwise it’s impossible

to attach the long safety cable with the safety eye lid.

5. Connect a long MiSPHERE primary cable (P) with the male input socket of the last MiSPHERE unit.

S2

P

S1

Image 6-7

6. Suspend the MiSPHERE string by atta
(T). Adjust the height of the MiSPHERE string by shorten the long safety cables.

7. Strap up the primary cable (P).

ching the other ends of both long safety cables (S1 and S2) ) to e.g. a truss installation

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T

T

S1 S1

P

S2

Image 6-8

8. Repeat from step one until all MiSPHERE strings are suspended.

Note: The spacing between the MiSPHERE strings can be chosen freely.

P

P

S2

Image 6-9

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6.3 Install the MiSPHERE control box

Installation location for the MiSPHERE control box

When choosing an installation location for the MiSPHERE control box take into account the following points:

• Install the MiSPHERE control box with the output ports downwards in case of an outdoor application.

• Ensure that at least 5 cm of free space is available in front of the fan of the MiSPHERE control box.

• Do not install the MiSPHERE control box inside a closed area. Ensure there is enough fresh air around the MiSPHERE control

box for optimal cooling.

• Place the MiSPHERE control box within the range of the primary cables, which has to be connected with the output ports of

the control box.

• Note that the power and data linking cables between the MiSPHERE control boxes are limited to 5 meter.

• Ensure that there is enough space around the connector sockets of the MiSPHERE control box for easy connecting.

Necessary parts

Doughty clamp or fixings.

How to install the MiSPHERE control box ?

1. Choose an appropriate location for the MiSPHERE control box, see paragraph above.

2. Do you want to use a doughty clamp to install the MiSPHERE control box?
If yes, attach the doughty clamp with the mounting plate of the MiSPHERE control box.

Image 6-10

3. Install the MiSPHERE control box either with a doughty clamp or with fixings.

Image 6-11

4. Connect the primary cables, coming from the MiSPHERE strings, with the output ports of the MiSPHERE control box.

5. Seal up unused output ports of the MiSP

For power cabling and data cabling of t
boxes", page 37.

HERE control box using an end cap.

he MiSPHERE co ntrol boxes see chapter "Cabling of MiSPHERE control

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7. Cabling of MiSPHERE control boxes

7. CABLING OF MISPHERE CONTROL BOXES

Outdoor plugs and sockets for MiSPHERE control boxes

Barco uses special designed outdoor sockets for power and data connections from control box to control box and to other peripherals.
These rugged sockets are watertight (IP65) when used with the appropriate plugs and sealing rings. Each socket is equipped with
a plug holder clamp which, when locked, ensures the plug is completely pressed into the socket.

A

B

Image 7-1

A Power output port.
B Power input port.
C Data output port.
D Data input port.
E Plug holder clamp.

WARNING: The outdoor input and output sockets of the MiSPHERE control boxes can only be used in con-

junction with Barco’s outdoor cables for LED-walls. Do not use any other cables than those specified.

WARNING: Dummy plugs must be placed on unused outdoor input and output sockets of the MiSPHERE

control boxes and al l plug holder clamps must be locked firmly.

C

E

D

WARNING: Be sure th at the connector sockets are provided with sealing rings before p lug ging in the power

and data cables. Use the correct sealing ring for the corresponding socket. Black colored ring (B361243, left
image) for power, red (B361595, right image) for data. Replace damaged sealing rings immediately.

Overview

• Power cabling of MiSPHERE control boxes

• Data cabling of MiSPHERE control boxes

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7. Cabling of MiSPHERE control boxes

A

7.1 Power cabling of MiSPHERE control boxes

Power boxes

Barco provides several types of power boxes. Depending on the size of the MiSPHERE system you can choose to use the mono
phase power box or the custom made power box or the rental power box. The type of power box, does not influence the power
cabling of the MiSPHERE system. See installation manual of the concerned power box for installation instructions.

Necessary parts

• Power box(es) with matching cables.

• Waterproof power linking cables.

• Dummy power plugs

How to realize the power cabling of MiSPHERE control boxes ?

1. Connect a power source cable, coming from the power box, with the power input socket of one of the control boxes.

2. Connect now the power output socket of this control box with the power input socket of the next control box. Us
waterproof power linking cable.

3. Connect the power output socket of the second control box with the power input socket of the third (last) control box. Use for that
a waterproof power linking cable.

4. Place a dummy power plug upon the power output socket of the last control box within the power branch.

5. Make sure that all plug holder clamps are locked firmly.

6. Repeat from step one until all control boxes are provided with power.

Example of power cabling

e for that a

B C

OUT

DATA

POWER

IN

Image 7-2

A Power source cable.
B Power linking cable.
C Dummy power plug.

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

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7.2 Data cabling of MiSPHERE control boxes

Necessary parts

• Waterproof data linking cables.

• One dummy data plug.

How to realize the data cabling of MiSPHERE control boxes ?

1. Connect the data cable, coming from the digitizer, with the data input socket of the first control box.

Note: The maximum cable length between the digitizer and the first control box may not exceed 5 meter.

2. Daisy chain the data-linking cables from the data output socket of previous control box to the data input of the next.

3. Place a dummy data plug on the data output socket of the last control box in the chain.

4. Make sure that all plug holder clamps are locked firmly.

Example of data cabling

E F

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

D

Image 7-3

D Data cable between digitizer and first control box.
E Waterproof data linking cable.
F Dummy data plug.

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

POWER

OUT

DATA

IN

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8. Maintenance

8. MAINTENANCE

About this chapter

This chapter contains some maintenance information about the MiSPHERE units and control boxes, which can be performed by the
persons who do the installation.

Overview

• Cleaning MiSPHERE units

• Cleaning the outside of the MiSPHERE control box

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8. Maintenance

8.1 Cleaning MiSPHERE units

Necessary tools

•Softbrush.

• Clean cloth.

• End caps.

How to clean MiSPHERE units ?

1. Place an end cap upon the input and output socket of the MiSPHERE unit.

Tip: You can clean a string of MiSPHERE units at once. Ensure that the input socket of the first unit and the output socket of

the last unit are sealed up with an end cap.

2. Clean the outside of the MiSPHERE unit(s) with a soft brush and some water.

Caution: Do not submerge the MiSPHERE unit(s) into water or other liquids.

3. Wipe dry the MiSPHERE units using a clean cloth.

Always clean all MiSPHERE units of the system to avoid brightness differences between cleaned and un­cleaned MiSPHERE units.

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8. Maintenance

8.2 Cleaning the outside of the MiSPHERE control box

Necessary tools

•Dampcloth.

• End caps.

• Waterproof power link cable.

• Waterproof data link cable.

How to clean the outside of the M iSPHERE control box ?

1. Place end caps upon the four output ports of the control box.

2. Seal up the data and power sockets of the control box with a power and data link cable. Ensure that all plug holder clamps are
locked firmly.

3. Clean the outside of the control box using a damp cloth.

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A. Dimensions

A. DIMENSIONS

About this chapter

This chapter contains mechanical drawings of the MiSPHERE unit, the MiSPHERE control box and the MiSPHERE flight cases with
the most important dimensions.

Overview

• Dimensions of the MiSPHERE unit

• Dimensions of the MiSPHERE control box

• Dimensions of the MiSPHERE flight cases

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A. Dimensions

A.1 Dimensions of the MiSPHERE unit

Dimensions

m
m
5

,
3
0
1

m

m

0

6

Image A-1

Dimensions with short link cable

60 mm

150 mm

160 mm

Image A-2

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A.2 Dimensions of the MiSPHERE control box

295

Dimensions

A. Dimensions

107

373

364

Image A-3
Dimensions given in millimeters.

296,5

324

77

Dimensions mounting plate of control box

450,5

285132,6

290

145

61

11,7

12.5

230

Image A-4

134,5

11,2

47,5

M1

17

249,5

0

10,5

15

257,25

29

16,2

9

160

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A. Dimensions

A.3 Dimensions of the MiSPHERE flight cases

Dimensions of the flight case for MiSPHERE strings

510

1555400

Image A-5

Dimensions of the flight case for MiSPHERE control boxes

TBD

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B. SPECIFICATIONS

Overview

• MiSPHERE specifications

• Weight of individual parts of a MiSPHERE system

B. Specifications

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B. Specifications

B.1 MiSPHERE specifications

Specifications

Pixel pitch

Brightness 300 NIT

LED configuration 4 SMD LEDs (2x2 configuration)

Hor. viewing angle

Vert. viewing angle

Lifetime 45.000 hours (50% brightness - full white)

Power consumption

Dimensions Width: 60mm

Weight

Processing 14 bit

Temperature ran ge

Humidity

160mm (6.3") with 90mm cable

360° (min 50% brightness)

180° (min 50% brightness)

4W/block (max)

Height: 103,5mm

Depth: 60mm

142g (incl cable 90mm)

Operating

-20 to 40°C (-4 to 104°F)

Storage

-20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F)

Operating

0 - 85%

Storage

0 - 90%

Source compatibility S-Video, Composite, YUV, RGB, SDI, HDSDI, Data DVI up to SXGA

Structure MiSPHERES are daisy chained in a string that is self supporting

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B.2 Weight of individual parts of a MiSPHERE system

Weight of individual parts

B. Specifications

MiSPHERE unit :

MiSPHERE unit + 9 cm cable + safety cable :

MiSPHERE primary cable (6 meter) :

MiSPHERE control box :

One MiSPHERE control box + 256 MiSPHERE units + all cables :

100 gram

142 gram

400 gram

8kg.

±50kg.

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C. ORDER INFO

About this chapter

This chapter contains the order numbers of all available MiSPHERE parts.

Overview

• Spare part order info

C. Order info

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C. Order info

C.1 Spare part order info

Order info:

Order info

R9855760

R9853285

R9853270

R9853260

R9850210

R9850220

R9850241

R9850250

R9850260

R9850270

R9850280

R9855770

R9855780

R9855790

Description

64 MiSPHERE units (9 cm link cables and safety cables included).

MiSPHERE control box (including: mounting plate, waterproof power and data cable of 5 meter, four primary
cables of 6 meter and four safety cables of 6 meter).

Four MiSPHERE primary cables of 6 meter and eight safety cables of 6 meter.

50 MiSPHERE link cables of 9 cm and 50 safety cables of 9 cm.

Waterproof data linking cable of 1,5 meter for MiSPHERE control box.

Waterproof data linking cable of 5 meter for MiSPHERE control box.

Waterproof power link cable of 1,5 meter for MiSPHERE control box.

Waterproof power link cable of 4,5 meter for MiSPHERE control box.

Waterproof power link cable of 9 meter for MiSPHERE control box.

Dummy data plug for MiSPHERE control box.

Dummy power plug for MiSPHERE control box..

Flight case for 256 MiSPHERE units (assemble per 8 MiSPHERE units).

Flight case for four MiSPHERE control boxes and cables.

Flight case filled with 256 MiSPHERE units. Assembled per 8 MiSPHERE units, 9 cm cabling included.

R9855800

Flight case filled with four MiSPHERE control boxes. Four primary and eight safety cables of 6 meter included.

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INDEX

Index

A

Accessories 19

B

Basic 31

Procedures 31

C

Cabling 37–39

Control box 37
Data 39
Power 38

Cleaning 42–43

Control box 43
MiSPHERE 42

control box 36

Install 36

Control box 16, 37, 43, 47

Cables 16
Cabling 37
Cleaning 43
Dimensions 47
Introduction 16
Parts 16

Create 32

String 32

D

Data 39

Cabling 39

Dimensions 45–48

Control box 47
Flight cases 48
MiSPHERE 46

F

Fiberlink system 24
Flight case 7

Important warnings 7

Flight cases 20, 48

Dimensions 48

H

Hang up 34

String 34

Flight case 7

Install 36

control box 36

Installation 9–10

Requirements 9–10

System 10

M

Maintenance 41
MiSPHERE 13–14

Accessories 14
Cables 14
Components 13
Introduction 14

O

Order info 53
Overview 22–23, 25

Control software 25
Digitizer 23
Power boxes 22

P

Peripherals 19
Power 38

Cabling 38

Power boxes 22

S

Safety 3–7

Guidelines 4
Important warnings 7
Instructions 5

Warnings 6
Set up 27–28
Software 11

System requirements 11
Spare parts 54
Specifications 49–50

MiSPHERE 50
String 32, 34

Create 32

Hang up 34

W

Weights 51

I

Important warnings 7

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