EXtron Annotator User Manual
Annotator
Annotation Graphics Processor
68-1661-01
Rev. Ax2
09 09
PRELIMINARY
Precautions
Safety Instructions • English
This symbol is intended to alert the user of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment.
This symbol is intended to alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous
voltage within the product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock.
Caution
Read Instructions • Read and understand all safety and operating instructions before using the equipment.
Retain Instructions • The safety instructions should be kept for future reference.
Follow Warnings • Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the equipment or in the user
information.
Avoid Attachments • Do not use tools or attachments that are not recommended by the equipment
manufacturer because they may be hazardous.
Consignes de Sécurité • Français
Ce symbole sert à avertir l’utilisateur que la documentation fournie avec le matériel
contient des instructions importantes concernant l’exploitation et la maintenance
(réparation).
Ce symbole sert à avertir l’utilisateur de la présence dans le boîtier de l’appareil
de tensions dangereuses non isolées posant des risques d’électrocution.
Attention
Lire les instructions• Prendre connaissance de toutes les consignes de sécurité et d’exploitation avant
d’utiliser le matériel.
Conserver les instructions• Ranger les consignes de sécurité afin de pouvoir les consulter à l’avenir.
Respecter les avertissements • Observer tous les avertissements et consignes marqués sur le matériel ou
présentés dans la documentation utilisateur.
Eviter les pièces de xation • Ne pas utiliser de pièces de fixation ni d’outils non recommandés par le
fabricant du matériel car cela risquerait de poser certains dangers.
Sicherheitsanleitungen • Deutsch
Dies es Symbol soll dem Benut zer in der im Liefer umfang ent haltenen
Dokumentation besonders wichtige Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung
(Instandhaltung) geben.
Dieses Symbol soll den Benutzer darauf aufmerksam machen, daß im Inneren des
Gehäuses dieses Produktes gefährliche Spannungen, die nicht isoliert sind und
die einen elektrischen Schock verursachen können, herrschen.
Achtung
Lesen der Anleitungen • Bevor Sie das Gerät zum ersten Mal verwenden, sollten Sie alle Sicherheits-und
Bedienungsanleitungen genau durchlesen und verstehen.
Aufbewahren der Anleitungen • Die Hinweise zur elektrischen Sicherheit des Produktes sollten Sie
aufbewahren, damit Sie im Bedarfsfall darauf zurückgreifen können.
Befolgen der Warnhinweise • Befolgen Sie alle Warnhinweise und Anleitungen auf dem Gerät oder in der
Benutzerdokumentation.
Keine Zusatzgeräte • Verwenden Sie keine Werkzeuge oder Zusatzgeräte, die nicht ausdrücklich vom
Hersteller empfohlen wurden, da diese eine Gefahrenquelle darstellen können.
Warning
Power sources • This equipment should be operated only from the power source indicated on the product. This
equipment is intended to be used with a main power system with a grounded (neutral) conductor. The
third (grounding) pin is a safety feature, do not attempt to bypass or disable it.
Power disconnection • To remove power from the equipment safely, remove all power cords from the rear of
the equipment, or the desktop power module (if detachable), or from the power source receptacle (wall
plug).
Power cord protection • Power cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be stepped on or pinched by
items placed upon or against them.
Servicing • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. To
prevent the risk of shock, do not attempt to service this equipment yourself because opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards.
Slots and openings • If the equipment has slots or holes in the enclosure, these are provided to prevent
overheating of sensitive components inside. These openings must never be blocked by other objects.
Lithium battery • There is a danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace it only with the
same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
Avertissement
Alimentations• Ne faire fonctionner ce matériel qu’avec la source d’alimentation indiquée sur l’appareil. Ce
matériel doit être utilisé avec une alimentation principale comportant un fil de terre (neutre). Le troisième
contact (de mise à la terre) constitue un dispositif de sécurité : n’essayez pas de la contourner ni de la
désactiver.
Déconnexion de l’alimentation• Pour mettre le matériel hors tension sans danger, déconnectez tous les cordons
d’alimentation de l’arrière de l’appareil ou du module d’alimentation de bureau (s’il est amovible) ou
encore de la prise secteur.
Protection du cordon d’alimentation • Acheminer les cordons d’alimentation de manière à ce que personne ne
risque de marcher dessus et à ce qu’ils ne soient pas écrasés ou pincés par des objets.
Réparation-maintenance • Faire exécuter toutes les interventions de réparation-maintenance par un technicien
qualifié. Aucun des éléments internes ne peut être réparé par l’utilisateur. Afin d’éviter tout danger
d’électrocution, l’utilisateur ne doit pas essayer de procéder lui-même à ces opérations car l’ouverture ou le
retrait des couvercles risquent de l’exposer à de hautes tensions et autres dangers.
Fentes et orices • Si le boîtier de l’appareil comporte des fentes ou des orifices, ceux-ci servent à empêcher
les composants internes sensibles de surchauffer. Ces ouvertures ne doivent jamais être bloquées par des
objets.
Lithium Batterie • Il a danger d’explosion s’ll y a remplacment incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement
avec une batterie du meme type ou d’un ype equivalent recommande par le constructeur. Mettre au reut les
batteries usagees conformement aux instructions du fabricant.
Vorsicht
Stromquellen • Dieses Gerät sollte nur über die auf dem Produkt angegebene Stromquelle betrieben werden.
Dieses Gerät wurde für eine Verwendung mit einer Hauptstromleitung mit einem geerdeten (neutralen)
Leiter konzipiert. Der dritte Kontakt ist für einen Erdanschluß, und stellt eine Sicherheitsfunktion dar. Diese
sollte nicht umgangen oder außer Betrieb gesetzt werden.
Stromunterbrechung • Um das Gerät auf sichere Weise vom Netz zu trennen, sollten Sie alle Netzkabel
aus der Rückseite des Gerätes, aus der externen Stomversorgung (falls dies möglich ist) oder aus der
Wandsteckdose ziehen.
Schutz des Netzkabels • Netzkabel sollten stets so verlegt werden, daß sie nicht im Weg liegen und niemand
darauf treten kann oder Objekte darauf- oder unmittelbar dagegengestellt werden können.
Wartung • Alle Wartungsmaßnahmen sollten nur von qualiziertem Servicepersonal durchgeführt werden.
Die internen Komponenten des Gerätes sind wartungsfrei. Zur Vermeidung eines elektrischen Schocks
versuchen Sie in keinem Fall, dieses Gerät selbst öffnen, da beim Entfernen der Abdeckungen die Gefahr
eines elektrischen Schlags und/oder andere Gefahren bestehen.
Schlitze und Öffnungen • Wenn das Gerät Schlitze oder Löcher im Gehäuse aufweist, dienen diese zur
Vermeidung einer Überhitzung der empndlichen Teile im Inneren. Diese Öffnungen dürfen niemals von
anderen Objekten blockiert werden.
Litium-Batterie • Explosionsgefahr, falls die Batterie nicht richtig ersetzt wird. Ersetzen Sie verbrauchte
Batterien nur durch den gleichen oder einen vergleichbaren Batterietyp, der auch vom Hersteller
empfohlen wird. Entsorgen Sie verbrauchte Batterien bitte gemäß den Herstelleranweisungen.
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Instrucciones de seguridad • Español
Este símbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre instrucciones importantes
de operación y mantenimiento (o cambio de partes) que se desean destacar en el
contenido de la documentación suministrada con los equipos.
Este símbolo se utiliza para advertir al usuario sobre la presencia de elementos con
voltaje peligroso sin protección aislante, que puedan encontrarse dentro de la caja
o alojamiento del producto, y que puedan representar riesgo de electrocución.
Precaucion
Leer las instrucciones • Leer y analizar todas las instrucciones de operación y seguridad, antes de usar el
equipo.
Conservar las instrucciones • Conservar las instrucciones de seguridad para futura consulta.
Obedecer las advertencias • Todas las advertencias e instrucciones marcadas en el equipo o en la
documentación del usuario, deben ser obedecidas.
Evitar el uso de accesorios • No usar herramientas o accesorios que no sean especificamente recomendados
por el fabricante, ya que podrian implicar riesgos.
安全须知 • 中文
这个符号提示用户该设备用户手册中有重要的操作和维护说明。
这个符号警告用户该设备机壳内有暴露的危险电 压，有触电危险。
注意
阅读说明书 • 用户使用该设备前必须阅读并理解所有安全和使用说明。
保存说明书 • 用户应保存安全说明书以备将来使用。
遵守警告 • 用户应遵守产品和用户 指南上的所有安全和 操作说明。
避免追加 • 不要使用该产品厂商没有推荐的工具或追加设备，以避免危险。
Advertencia
Alimentación eléctrica • Este equipo debe conectarse únicamente a la fuente/tipo de alimentación eléctrica
indicada en el mismo. La alimentación eléctrica de este equipo debe provenir de un sistema de distribución
general con conductor neutro a tierra. La tercera pata (puesta a tierra) es una medida de seguridad, no
puentearia ni eliminaria.
Desconexión de alimentación eléctrica • Para desconectar con seguridad la acometida de alimentación eléctrica
al equipo, desenchufar todos los cables de alimentación en el panel trasero del equipo, o desenchufar el
módulo de alimentación (si fuera independiente), o desenchufar el cable del receptáculo de la pared.
Protección del cables de alimentación • Los cables de alimentación eléctrica se deben instalar en lugares donde
no sean pisados ni apretados por objetos que se puedan apoyar sobre ellos.
Reparaciones/mantenimiento • Solicitar siempre los servicios técnicos de personal calicado. En el interior no
hay partes a las que el usuario deba acceder. Para evitar riesgo de electrocución, no intentar personalmente
la reparación/mantenimiento de este equipo, ya que al abrir o extraer las tapas puede quedar expuesto a
voltajes peligrosos u otros riesgos.
Ranuras y aberturas • Si el equipo posee ranuras o orificios en su caja/alojamiento, es para evitar el
sobrecalientamiento de componentes internos sensibles. Estas aberturas nunca se deben obstruir con otros
objetos.
Batería de litio • Existe riesgo de explosión si esta batería se coloca en la posición incorrecta. Cambiar esta
batería únicamente con el mismo tipo (o su equivalente) recomendado por el fabricante. Desachar las
baterías usadas siguiendo las instrucciones del fabricante.
警告
电源 • 该设备只能使用产品上标明的电源。 设备必须使用有地线的供电系统供电。 第三条线
（地线）是安全设施，不能不用或跳过 。
拔掉电源 • 为安全地从设备拔掉电源，请拔掉所有设备后或桌面电源的电源线，或任何接到市
电系统的电 源线。
电源线保护 • 妥善布线， 避免被 踩踏，或重物 挤压。
维护 • 所有维修必须由认证的维修人员进行。 设备内部没有用户可以更换的零件。为避免出现
触电危险不要自己试图打开设备盖子维修该设备。
通风孔 • 有些设备机壳 上有通风槽或孔，它们是用来防止机内敏感元件过热。 不要用任何东
西挡住通风 孔。
锂电池 • 不正确的更换电池会有爆炸的危险。必须使用与厂家推荐的相同或相近型号的电池。
按照生 产厂的建议处 理废弃电池。
声明
所使用电源为 A 级产品，在生活环境中，该产品可能会造成无线电干扰。在这种情况下，可能需要用户对其干扰采取切实可行的措施。
FCC Class A Notice
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 Rules. Operation is subject to
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation. The Class A 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 this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
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This unit was tested with shielded cables on the peripheral devices. Shielded cables must be used with the unit to ensure compliance with FCC emissions limits.
For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances,
EMI/EMF compliance, accessibility, and related topics, click here.
PRELIMINARY
Table of Contents
Chapter One • Introduction ......................................................................................................1-1
About this Manual .....................................................................................................................1-2
About the Annotator ............................................................................................................... 1-2
Denitions ......................................................................................................................................1-3
Features ............................................................................................................................................1-4
Chapter Two • Installation ........................................................................................................2-1
U/L Safety Requirements .......................................................................................................2-2
Important safety instructions .................................................................................................. 2-2
Mounting the Annotator .......................................................................................................2-3
Tabletop placement .................................................................................................................. 2-3
UL guidelines for rack mounted devices ...............................................................................2-3
Rack mounting ..........................................................................................................................2-3
Rear Panel Features and Connections ...........................................................................2-4
Power and video input connections .......................................................................................2-4
Output, user interface, and control connections .................................................................2-5
Installation and cabling ............................................................................................................2-6
Powering Up .................................................................................................................................. 2-6
Default display cycle ................................................................................................................. 2-7
Resetting the Unit with the Reset Button .................................................................. 2-7
Chapter Three • Front Panel Operation ............................................................................ 3-1
Front Panel Overview .............................................................................................................. 3-2
Switching Inputs ......................................................................................................................... 3-3
Button Backlighting .................................................................................................................. 3-3
The Annotator Menu System ..............................................................................................3-4
Overview of menus ............................................................................................................ 3-4
User Presets .......................................................................................................................... 3-4
Input Configuration ............................................................................................................3-4
Output Configuration .........................................................................................................3-4
Advanced Configuration .....................................................................................................3-4
View Comm Settings ...........................................................................................................3-4
Edit Comm Settings (hidden) .............................................................................................. 3-4
Exit menu .............................................................................................................................3-4
Scan Converter Configuration ............................................................................................3-4
Using the menus ................................................................................................................ 3-5
User presets ........................................................................................................................ 3-6
Save a user preset ................................................................................................................ 3-6
Recall a user preset ..............................................................................................................3-6
Input Configuration ................................................................................................................. 3-6
Output Configuration ..............................................................................................................3-7
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Advanced configuration ..........................................................................................................3-9
View comm settings ................................................................................................................ 3-10
Edit comm settings ..................................................................................................................3-10
Exit Menu .................................................................................................................................3-10
Scan converter configuration ................................................................................................3-11
Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes) ...............................................3-11
Enabling or disabling Executive mode 1 from the front panel ..................................... 3-11
Setting up the Annotator to work with a Matrix Switcher ..........................3-12
Chapter Four • On Screen Annotation .............................................................................. 4-1
RS-232 Driver Conguration ...............................................................................................4-2
USB Driver Conguration .....................................................................................................4-2
Touchscreen Calibration ......................................................................................................... 4-2
Annotation Overview .............................................................................................................. 4-2
Default annotation buttons ....................................................................................................4-2
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Chapter Five • SIS™ Programmer’s Guide ....................................................................... 5-1
RS-232/RS-422 Link .....................................................................................................................5-2
Ethernet (LAN) Port ..................................................................................................................5-2
Ethernet connection ................................................................................................................. 5-2
Default IP addresses .................................................................................................................. 5-2
Establishing a connection ........................................................................................................5-2
Connection timeouts ......................................................................................................... 5-3
Number of connections
Using verbose mode .................................................................................................................5-3
............................................................................................................5-3
Host-to-Processor Instructions ...........................................................................................5-3
Processor-Initiated Messages .............................................................................................5-3
Processor Error Responses .................................................................................................... 5-4
Using the Command/Response Table for SIS Commands ..................................5-4
Symbol definitions ....................................................................................................................5-4
Command/Response Table for SIS Commands .........................................................5-8
Chapter Six • Annotator Software.......................................................................................6-1
Installing and Starting the Signal Processor Products
Control Program .........................................................................................................................6-2
Installing the program .............................................................................................................6-2
Starting the program ................................................................................................................6-2
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Using the Program ..................................................................................................................... 6-3
Orientation ................................................................................................................................6-3
Control program menus ........................................................................................................... 6-4
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File menu .............................................................................................................................6-4
Options menu ......................................................................................................................6-4
Tools menu ........................................................................................................................... 6-5
Help menu ...........................................................................................................................6-8
Control tab .................................................................................................................................6-9
I/O Configuration tab .............................................................................................................6-10
Advanced Settings tab ...........................................................................................................6-11
Scan Converter tab ..................................................................................................................6-12
Image Capture tab .................................................................................................................. 6-12
Font tab ....................................................................................................................................6-13
Status bar .................................................................................................................................6-13
Chapter 7 • HTML Operation ..................................................................................................... 7-1
Accessing the Web Pages ...................................................................................................... 7-2
System Status Page ..................................................................................................................7-3
Conguration Pages ................................................................................................................. 7-4
System Settings page ........................................................................................................ 7-4
IP Settings fields ..................................................................................................................7-4
Unit Name field .............................................................................................................. 7-5
DHCP radio buttons ....................................................................................................... 7-5
IP Address field ..............................................................................................................7-5
Gateway IP Address field ............................................................................................... 7-5
Subnet Mask field .......................................................................................................... 7-5
MAC Address field .........................................................................................................7-5
Firmware field ................................................................................................................7-5
Model field .....................................................................................................................7-5
Part Number field ..........................................................................................................7-5
Date/Time Settings fields .........................................................................................................7-6
Scaler Settings page .................................................................................................................. 7-7
Input configuration .......................................................................................................7-7
Output configuration .................................................................................................... 7-8
Advanced configuration ................................................................................................ 7-8
Passwords page .........................................................................................................................7-9
Firmware Upgrade page ........................................................................................................ 7-10
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File Management Page .........................................................................................................7-12
Uploading files ........................................................................................................................7-12
Adding a directory .................................................................................................................. 7-13
Other file management activities .........................................................................................7-13
Control Pages ..............................................................................................................................7-14
User Control page ................................................................................................................... 7-14
Presets page ............................................................................................................................. 7-15
PIP page ....................................................................................................................................7-15
Images Page ................................................................................................................................7-16
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Appendix A • Reference Information ............................................................................... A-1
Specications — Annotator ................................................................................................ A-2
Part Numbers, Cables, and Accessories ....................................................................... A-5
Included parts ........................................................................................................................... A-5
Cables ......................................................................................................................................... A-5
Optional I/O boards ................................................................................................................. A-5
Appendix B • Ethernet Connection .....................................................................................B-1
Ethernet Link ................................................................................................................................B-2
Ethernet connection .................................................................................................................B-2
Default address .........................................................................................................................B-2
Ping to determine Extron IP address ..................................................................................B-3
Ping to determine Web IP address .....................................................................................B-3
Connect as a Telnet client ........................................................................................................B-3
Telnet tips ...................................................................................................................................B-4
Connecting to an Annotator (Open command) ................................................................B-4
Escape character and Esc key ..............................................................................................B-4
Local echo ............................................................................................................................B-5
Set carriage return-line feed...............................................................................................B-5
Closing the link to the switcher ..........................................................................................B-5
Help ......................................................................................................................................B-5
Exiting Telnet (Quit command) ...........................................................................................B-5
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Subnetting — A Primer ...........................................................................................................B-5
Gateways ....................................................................................................................................B-5
Local and remote devices .........................................................................................................B-6
IP addresses and octets .............................................................................................................B-6
Subnet masks and octets ..........................................................................................................B-6
Determining whether devices are on the same subnet ......................................................B-6
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Annotator
Chapter One
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Introduction
About this Manual
About the Annotator
Definitions
Features
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Introduction
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About this Manual
This manual contains installation, configuration, and operating information for the
Extron Annotator. It covers configuring and operating the device using the front
panel controls and Simple Instruction Set (SIS
the displayed image. It also describes how to load and start up the Windows®-
based Signal Processing Products Control Program (SPPCP) and how to connect to
the built-in HTML pages, for operating the processor.
About the Annotator
The Extron Annotator, Annotation Graphics Processor, is a scaling product that
allows a presenter to draw, point, or type on video or computer source outputs
using a touch panel, mouse, or keyboard.
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) commands, and how to annotate
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Figure 1-1 — Typical Annotator application
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Denitions
The following terms are used throughout this manual:
EDID — Extended Display Identication Data. A communications protocol or
instruction set developed by VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association)
for the identification of display devices to computers using the DDC (Display
Data Channel) transmission standard.
DVI — Digital Visual Interface. The digital video connectivity standard that was
developed by DDWG (Digital Display Working Group). This connection
standard offers two different connectors: one with 24 pins that handles digital
video signals only, and one with 29 pins that handles both digital and analog
video. This standard uses TDMS (Transition Minimized Differential Signal)
from Silicon Image and DDC (Display Data Channel) from VESA (Video
Electronics Standards Association). DVI-D is a DVI connector that supports
digital signals only, and DVI-I supports both digital and analog signals.
SDI — Serial Digital Interface. The standard based on a 270 Mbps transfer rate.
This is a 10-bit, scrambled, polarity independent interface with common
scrambling for both component ITU-R 601 and composite digital video and
four channels of embedded digital audio.
HD-SDI — High-denition version of SDI specied in SMPTE 292M. This
standard transmits audio and video over a single coaxial cable with a data
rate of 1.485 Gbit/second.
Preset — A configuration that has been stored, allowing the setup and recall of
recurring I/O configurations using either the front panel, RS-232/422, or
Ethernet control.
Input: Up to 128 input presets (individual I/O congurations) may be saved
and recalled. An input preset is a user-defined set of input and picture
control settings that can be saved for each source within a system so that
they can be recalled whenever the source is active. Input presets can be
recalled on any input that supports the saved input’s video format. This
type of preset saves specific settings for size, centering, contrast, brightness,
detail, zoom, and input conguration. Unlike user presets, input presets save
parameters that can be recalled only on the source that was active when the
preset was saved.
User: Up to 16 user presets per input are available. A user preset saves
specic settings for color, brightness, detail, size, and centering. User presets
are used when a shortcut is needed to quickly recall a group of settings that
relate to the current content or current input. Each input has it’s own set of
16 user presets.
Auto Memory — The automatic saving and recall of input and picture controls for
signals that have been previously applied.
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Features
Real time annotations over high resolution PC and video graphics — This allows
a presenter to draw, point, or add text in real time over live video and computervideo presentations.
Inputs: Two RGB or HD component video on 15-pin HD connectors; congurable
input on BNCs for RGB, HD component video, S-video, or composite video;
component video, S-video, or composite video on BNCs; S-video or composite
video on BNCs; DVI-D; and optional SDI/HD-SDI.
Outputs: Simultaneous scaled outputs as RGB or HD component video on BNCs,
15-pin HD, and Extron MTP twisted pair output; optional fourth output for DVID, HD-SDI, or scan-converted component video, S-video, or composite video.
Configurable Preview and Program outputs — The outputs can be configured as
separate Preview and Program outputs. The Preview output allows a presenter
or system operator to view the annotation GUI, while the audience sees the
video and annotation through the Program outputs. This can also be used by the
system operator to preview annotations before making them live.
Hardware-based graphics and video processing — The Annotator features a fully
hardware-based system architecture designed to deliver the performance and
operational reliability essential for mission-critical applications.
Intuitive graphical user interface — A user friendly on-screen display enables
quick and easy annotation. Essential annotation tools are available for drawing
freehand or straight lines, adding rectangular or elliptical shapes, typing in
text, highlighting an area of an image, and pointing to an object on-screen.
Customizing options are available for text and graphics including point size and
color.
Integrated seven-input presentation switcher — The Annotator allows for
switching between DVI, RGBHV, component video, and S-video or composite
video sources. An input for SDI/HD-SDI is available as an option.
Auto input format detection — Each input can be set to detect the incoming signal
format, automatically reconfiguring itself to provide the appropriate decoding
and signal processing. This feature can reduce the number of required outputs
for a device, lowering system cost while improving manageability.
RGB, HDTV, and video scaling — RGB computer-video, high denition video, and
standard definition video sources can be scaled to the desired output resolution.
RGB upscaling and downscaling — The Annotator features an advanced
scaling engine with high quality upscaling and downscaling of high resolution
computer-video signals.
Compatibility with popular touchscreen displays — The Annotator supports
touchscreen displays from third-party manufacturers and also can be used with a
standard keyboard and mouse.
Optional SDI/HD-SDI input — SDI or HD-SDI signals from cameras or other
professional video equipment can easily be integrated into presentations with the
optional SDI/HD-SDI input board.
Four simultaneous annotated video outputs — Two high resolution RGB or
component video outputs are available, as well as Extron MTP twisted pair and
an optional output that can be congured as DVI, HD-SDI, or scan-converted
video.
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Extron MTP twisted pair output — This provides built-in transmission of RGB or
component video signals over twisted pair cables for long distance transmission
to a remote display. A compatible Extron MTP Series twisted pair receiver is
required.
Optional DVI, HD-SDI, or scan-converted output — A flexible output expansion
port which can be populated to support optional DVI, HD-SDI, or scan converter
output boards. These boards serve as a third Program output and offer
additional system capabilities, such as recording or digital signal transmission.
Output rates — A total of 81 output rates are available, including computer-video
rates up to 1920x1200, and HDTV rates up to 1080p/60 Hz.
Image freeze control — A live image can be frozen using the annotation GUI, the
freeze button on the front panel, or through RS-232 serial control and IP Link
Ethernet control.
Image capture — A snapshot of the live video output, including annotations, can
be captured and stored as a BMP le on the Annotator or downloaded to a PC for
archiving.
Auto-Image™ — Using the annotation GUI or the front panel, the sizing, centering,
and filtering can be automatically adjusted to optimize the output image.
Auto Input Memory — When activated, the Annotator automatically stores size,
position, and picture settings based on the incoming signal. When the same
signal is detected again, these image settings are automatically recalled from
memory.
EDID emulation — The Annotator provides a means for specifying the rate of the
incoming DVI or VGA signal through the RS-232 serial port. EDID emulation
allows proper communication with the video source.
Glitch-free switching — Switching is glitch-free between RGB and video inputs
with selectable cut or fade to black transitions. Presentations can be enhanced
by eliminating distracting visual jumps, glitches, and distortion commonly seen
when switching between computer and video sources.
PIP - picture-in-picture — Allows a video source to be displayed within an RGB
image, or vice versa, with dynamic, fully adjustable window positioning for
the PIP window. PIP mode is available through RS-232 serial control or IP Link
Ethernet control.
Picture controls for brightness, contrast, color, tint, detail, and horizontal and
vertical positioning, sizing, and zoom. Sixteen memory presets are available for
each input to store all image settings.
Aspect ratio conversion — Any video input can be adjusted horizontally and
vertically to meet a specific aspect ratio requirement. Alternatively, the input
aspect ratio may be specied as 4:3 or 16:9 and xed.
Front panel security lockout — This locks out all front panel functions except for
input selection; all functions however, are available through RS-232 control.
Automatic 3:2 and 2:2 pulldown detection — Advanced film mode processing
techniques help maximize image detail and sharpness for NTSC, PAL, and
HDTV 1080i sources that originated from lm.
Motion adaptive 1080i to 1080p deinterlacing — High performance deinterlacing
for 1080i signals from HD sources including broadcasts and Blu-ray
optimized image quality through advanced motion compensation.
Quad standard video decoding — This uses a digital, four-line adaptive comb filter
to decode NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, and SECAM video for integration into
systems worldwide.
Disc™, allows
®
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1-5
Introduction, cont’d
IP Link Ethernet monitoring and control — An IP integration technology
developed by Extron. IP Link enables the Annotator to be controlled and
proactively monitored over a LAN, WAN, or the Internet.
RS-232 serial control port — Using serial commands, the Annotator can be
controlled and congured via the Extron Windows-based control program
(SPPCP), or integrated into third-party control systems. Extron products use
the SIS (Simple Instruction Set) command protocol, a set of basic ASCII code
commands that allow for quick and easy programming.
Rack-mountable 1U, full rack width, metal enclosure
Internal universal power supply — The 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, international
power supply provides worldwide power compatibility.
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Annotator
Chapter Two
2
Installation
U/L Safety Requirements
Mounting the Annotator
Rear Panel Features and Connections
Powering Up
Resetting the Unit with the Reset Button
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PRELIMINARY
Installation, cont’d
Installation
UL/Safety Requirements
The Underwriters Laboratories (UL) requirements listed below pertain to the safe
installation and operation of this Annotation Graphics Processor.
Important safety instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves,
or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding
type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into
your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at
plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the
apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specied by the
manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution
when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long
periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when
the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord
or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the
apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not
operate normally, or has been dropped.
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Annotator • Installation
Rack Mount
Bracket
Mounting the Annotator
If the Annotator is to be rack mounted, it is important to mount it before cabling it.
Four rubber feet are included with the unit. Install the feet only if the unit is to be
mounted on a table top (see “Tabletop placement” below).
Tabletop placement
For tabletop placement, install the self-adhesive rubber feet/pads (provided) onto
the four corners of the bottom of the device.
UL guidelines for rack mounted devices
The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the safe
installation of the Annotator in a rack.
1
. Elevated operating ambient temperature — If installed in a closed or multi-unit
rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may
be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore, install the device in an
environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature
(Tma = +122 °F, +50 °C) specied by Extron.
2. Reduced air flow — Install the equipment in a rack so that the amount of air flow
required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
3. Mechanical loading — Mount the equipment in the rack so that a hazardous
condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
4. Circuit overloading — Connect the equipment to the supply circuit and consider
the effect that circuit overloading might have on overcurrent protection and
supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should
be used when addressing this concern.
5. Reliable earthing (grounding) — Maintain reliable grounding of rack-
mounted equipment. Pay particular attention to supply connections other
than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g., use of power strips).
Rack mounting
To rack mount the Annotator, insert screws under each opposite corner of the unit
and secure it to the the rack (see figure 2-1).
Figure 2-1 — Mounting the Annotator
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Installation, cont’d
50/60 Hz
100-240V 2A
RGB/R-Y, Y, B-Y
LAN
USB
RS-232
2
1
R-Y
R/
B-Y
B/
4
3
R/
R-Y
R/
R-Y
B-Y
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RESET
MOUSE
KEYBOARD
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MTP
DVI-D
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1
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5
3
4
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16
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RGB/R-Y,Y,B-Y
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Component Video (Y, R-Y, B-Y)
4
R-Y
/C
B-Y
VID
/Y
Composite Video
S-video (YC)
4
R-Y
/C
B-Y
VID
/Y
4
R-Y
/C
B-Y
VID
/Y
5
VID
/Y
Composite Video
S-video (YC)
5
VID
/Y
C
C
Rear Panel Features and Connections
Figure 2-2 — Annotator rear panel features
a AC power connector j (Optional) output card (scan converter shown)
b RGB/HD VGA connectors (inputs 1 and 2) k MTP twisted pair output connector
c Universal connectors (input 3) l PS/2 mouse port
d Component/S-video/composite BNC connectors (input 4) m PS/2 keyboard port
e S-video/composite BNC connectors (input 5) n USB A ports
f DVI connector (input 6) o RJ-45 Ethernet LAN connector
g (Optional) HD-SDI connector (input 7) p 9-pin RS-232 connectors
h RGB/HD YUV BNC ouput connectors q Reset button and LED
i RGB/HD VGA output connector
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Power and video input connections
AC power connector — After connecting all input and output cables, plug a
a
standard IEC power cord from a 100 to 240 VAC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz power source
into this receptacle.
RGB/HD VGA connectors (inputs 1 and 2) — Connect high resolution
b
computer-video input signals to either of the two 15-pin HD connectors.
Universal connectors (input 3) — Connect high resolution computer-video
c
input signals to this group of female BNC connectors.
Composite/S-video/component BNC connectors (input 4) — Connect
d
composite video, S-video, and component video signals. Connect cables as
shown below.
S-video/composite video BNC connectors (input 5) — Connect S-video or
e
composite video input signals to this pair of female BNC connectors. Connect
cables as shown below.
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RGBHV
H/
HV
R
/R-Y
V
G
/Y
B
/B-Y
R
/R-Y
V
G
/Y
RGBS/ RGBcvS video
H/
HV
B
/B-Y
R
/R-YG/Y
B/
B-Y
RGsB/Component Video
(Y, R-Y, B-Y)
H/
HV
V
S
S
S
DVI-D
DVI-D connector (input 6) — Connect a high resolution
f
input signal to this DVI-D connector.
Optional input board (HD-SDI with BNC’s shown) connector (input 7)
g
— Connect an appropriate input to the optional board connector.
Output, user interface, and control connections
RGB/HD YUV BNC connectors — Connect a display to these for RGB, or HD
h
YUV component output.
RGB/HD 15-pin VGA connector — Connect a display to this for RGB or HD
i
component video output.
Optional output card (scan converter with BNC connectors shown) —
j
Connect a display to this for composite, S-video, or component video output.
MTP output — Connect a mini twisted pair receiver to this port
k
PS/2 mouse port — Connect a PS/2 mouse to this port for annotation use.
l
Keyboard port — Connect a Microsoft® compatible keyboard to this port for
m
annotation use.
USB A ports — Connect up to two touch panel devices (or a USB mouse and
n
keyboard) to these ports.
LAN Ethernet port — Connect the Annotator to an Ethernet LAN or WAN
o
via this RJ-45 connector. Ethernet control allows the operator to control the
processor from a remote location. When connected to an Ethernet LAN or
WAN, the device can be accessed and operated from a computer running a
standard Internet browser. The Link LED lights green when the Annotator
is connected to an Ethernet LAN, and the Act LED ickers amber, indicating
data transmission as the devices communicate.
N
Do not use standard telephone cables, as they do not support Ethernet or Fast
Ethernet. See Appendix B for correct cabling.
Do not stretch or bend cables. Transmission errors can occur.
N
See chapter 5, “SIS Programmer’s Guide”, for definitions of the SIS commands
and chapter 6, “Annotator Software” to install and use the control software.
Remote (RS-232) 9-pin ports — These connectors provides for two-way
p
RS-232 communication. See chapters 5 and 6 for information on how to install
and use the control software and SIS commands.
The default protocol is 9600 baud, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no ow control.
Ethernet connection indicators — The LEDs marked “Link” and “Act”
q
indicate the status of the Ethernet connection.
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Installation, cont’d
Installation and cabling
Step 1 — Mount the unit
Turn off or disconnect all equipment power sources and rack mount the
Annotator. See page 2-3.
Step 2 — Connect inputs
Connect inputs from video and/or audio sources to the applicable connectors
marked “Inputs” (see page 2-4,
N
Step 3 — Connect outputs
Connect audio and video output devices to the applicable I/O board connectors
Step 4 — Connect user interface devices
PS2 mouse and keyboard ports — Connect a mouse and/or a keyboard for
Step 5 — Connect touch panel devices
USB A ports — Connect a touch panel device as desired.
Step 6 — Connect control devices
LAN Ethernet port — Connect to an Ethernet LAN or WAN via this RJ-45
N
Remote ports — For serial RS-232 or RS-422 control, connect a host computer or
N
Step 7 — Connect power
AC power connector — Plug in a standard IEC power cord from a 100 to 240 VAC,
See Appendix B for input and output cabling and connector details.
marked “Outputs” (see page 2-4,
annotation use.
connector
browser. See Appendix B for network cable termination method. Ethernet
connection indicator LEDs marked indicate the status of the Ethernet connection.
The green LED lights when connected to an Ethernet LAN, and the amber LED
flickers as the devices communicate.
control system via the 9-pin D connector
• 9600 baud • 1 stop bit • no parity • 8 data bits • no ow control.
50 - 60 Hz power source into this receptacle
b to g for connector types).
h to k for connector types).
to control the processor from a remote location, using a PC’s Internet
o
Do not use standard telephone cables, as they do not support Ethernet or Fast
Ethernet. Do not stretch or bend cables as transmission errors could occur.
p. RS-232 protocol (default values):
See chapter 5, “SIS Programmer’s Guide” for definitions of the SIS commands. See
chapter 6, “Annotator Software” to install and use the control software.
.
a
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Annotator • Installation
RESET
RESET
RESET
RESET
Release, then immediately
press and release again. Reset
LED flashes in confirmation.
Modes 3, 4, and 5
Press and hold
the Reset button.
Mode 1
Reset LED flashes once,
twice, or three times.
Press and hold for
3, 6, or 9 seconds.
Apply Power
1
2
RESET
Release Reset button.
10
sec.
3
sec.
Apply
Power
Extron
Annotator v 1.xx
1
sec.
2 sec.
2
sec.
Default Display Cycle
Input #2
60.0kHz 75.0Hz
1024x768 60.0Hz
Output Rate
N
The input and output rates shown
in the default display cycle may differ,
depending on the type of video signal active
.
Menu and Next
buttons
remain lit.
All buttons flash
in sequence
(green, red, then amber).
MENU
NEXT
1
sec.
All input buttons
flash consecutively
(amber).
2
1
1
sec.
2
1
Last active input
buttons remains lit.
= unlit
= lit
= flashing
Key
Powering Up
When applying power to the Annotator, the unit undergoes a start-up self testing
sequence (see image below) and then the LCD displays the default display cycle.
Default display cycle
When in use but not in any menu mode, the LCD screen defaults to cycling through
the input/output configuration currently installed. The displayed content may
vary, depending on the input video signal type. See figure 2-3 for a typical default
display cycle.
Figure 2-3 — Typical Default Cycle
The default display cycle shows the output rate and the refresh rates for the
currently selected input.
Resetting the Unit with the Reset Button
There are four reset modes (numbered 1, 3, 4, and 5 for the sake of comparison
with Extron IPL products) that you can access by pressing the Reset button on the
rear panel. The Reset button is recessed, so use a pointed stylus, ballpoint pen, or
Extron Tweeker to press it. See the table on the next page for a summary of the
reset modes.
C Review the reset modes carefully. Using the wrong reset mode may result
in unintended loss of flash memory programming, port reassignment, or
processor reboot.
N The reset modes listed in the table close all open IP and Telnet connections and
close all sockets. Also, each mode is a separate function, not a continuation
from mode 1 to mode 5.
Figure 2-4 — Resetting the Annotator
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Installation, cont’d
PRELIMINARY
N
After a mode 1 reset is performed, update the Annotators’s firmware to the latest
version. Do not operate the firmware version that results from the mode 1 reset.
If you want to use the factory default firmware, you must upload that version
again.
If you do not want to update firmware, or you performed a mode 1 reset by mistake,
cycle power to the device to return to the firmware version that was running before the
mode 1 reset. Use the 0Q SIS command to confirm that the factory default firmware is
no longer running (look for the asterisk [*] following the version number).
Reset Mode Comparison Summary
Mode Activation Result Notes
1
3
4
5
Hold down the recessed
Reset button while applying
power to the unit.
Hold down the Reset button
for about 3 seconds, until
the Reset LED blinks once.
Then, within 1 second, press
Reset again briefly (for less
than 1 second).
Hold down the Reset button
for about 6 seconds, until
the Reset LED has blinked
twice (once at 3 seconds,
once at 6 seconds). Then,
within 1 second, press
Reset briefly (for less than 1
second).
Hold down the Reset button
for about 9 seconds, until
the Reset LED has blinked
three times (once at 3
seconds, once at 6 sec., once
at 9 seconds). Then, within
1 second, press Reset briefly
(for less than 1 second).
Mode 1 causes the unit to revert to the factory default
rmware. Event scripting does not start if the unit is
powered on in this mode. All user files and settings
(drivers, audio adjustments, IP settings, etc.) are
maintained.
Mode 3 turns events on or off. During resetting, the Reset
LED ashes 2 times if events are starting; 3 times if events
are stopping.
Mode 4 does the following:
• Enables ARP capability.
• Sets the IP address back to factory default.
• Sets the subnet back to factory default.
• Sets the default gateway address back to the factory
default.
• Sets port mapping back to factory default.
• Turns DHCP off.
• Turns all events off.
The Reset LED ashes 4 times in quick succession during
reset.
Mode 5 performs a complete reset to factory defaults
(except the firmware).
• Does everything mode 4 does.
• Resets everything that was set via the Real Time
Adjustments part of the control program: all video
settings and miscellaneous options.
• Resets all IP options.
• Removes/clears all les from the processor.
The Reset LED ashes 4 times in quick succession during
the reset.
Use mode 1
to remove
a version of
firmware if
incompatibility
issues arise.
Events must
be turned on
if you want
to change IP
settings or
scheduling.
Mode 4 enables
you to set
IP address
information
using ARP
and the MAC
address.
Mode 5 is
useful if
you want to
start over
with control
software
configuration
and uploading,
and to replace
events.
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Annotator • Installation
Annotator
Chapter Three
3
Front Panel Operation
Front Panel Overview
Switching Inputs
Button Backlighting
The Annotator Menu System
Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes)
PRELIMINARY
Setting up the Annotator to Work with a Matrix Switcher
Front Panel Operation
ANNOTATOR
ANNOTATION GRAPHICS PROCESSOR
ADJUST
DETAIL
ZOOM
/PAN
BRIGHT
/CONT
COLOR
/TINT
SIZE
POSITION
UNDO
/CLEAR
CAPTURE
/RECALL
AUTO
IMAGE
FREEZE
6 754321
MENU
NEXT
INPUTS
1
2
5
3
4
6 7
6 feet
5
1
9
6
Sleeve (Gnd)
Ring
Tip
9-pin D Connection TRS Plug
Pin 2 Computer's RX line Tip
Pin 3 Computer's TX line Ring
Pin 5 Computer's signal ground Sleeve
Front Panel Operation
Front Panel Overview
Figure 3-1 — Front panel features
Front panel configuration port — Connect a control system or computer to this
a
(RS-232) port, using an optional 9-pin D to 2.5 mm mini jack TRS RS-232 cable,
part 70-335-01 (see below). RS-232 protocol (default values):
• 9600 baud • 1 stop bit • no parity • 8 data bits • no ow control
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Annotator • Front Panel Operation
Figure 3-2 — Front 2.5 mm port configuration cable, part 70-335-01
Input selection buttons — Select/switch inputs and indicate which input is
b
active.
Special function buttons — These four buttons are:
c
• Undo/Clear — Allows a reversal of up to seven of the last annotation
points or clears selected annotations.
N
See chapter 4 for an overview of image annotation.
• Auto Image— Allows auto image adjustment on the selected input.
• Capture/Recall — Allows the capture and saving of the current image,
or the recall of a saved image.
• Freeze — Allows the current displayed image to be frozen or unfrozen
as desired.
Picture control buttons — These six buttons are:
d
• Size — Allows adjustment to the displayed image size.
• Bright/Cont — Allows adjustment of the brightness and contrast settings
for the displayed image.
• Detail — Allows adjustment of the detail (sharpness) settings for the
displayed image.
• Position — Allows horizontal and/or vertical position adjustment of
the displayed image.
• Color/Tint — Allows adjustment of the color and tint settings for the
displayed image.
• Zoom/Pan — Allows displayed image to be zoomed in or out, or panned
horizontally and/or vertically.
N
The above adjustments are made using either or both Adjust knobs.
LCD display — This LCD screen displays two rows of menu, control response,
e
and configuration text.
Menu navigation buttons — These two buttons give access to menu
f
commands. See “The Annotator Menu System” section in this chapter.
Menu button — This button, always lit amber, gives direct access to a series
of five menus.
Next button — This button, always lit amber, allows page changes within
each one of the menus, and to exit the menu cycle.
Adjust knobs — These two knobs are used with the picture control buttons and
g
the menu navigation buttons to adjust settings.
Switching Inputs
To switch inputs, simply press the desired input button. The button lights amber
with an active video signal. If the output is configured correctly for the display
device, the image changes to the new input. An inactive signal gives no image.
Button Backlighting
The buttons can be backlit a dimmed amber.
To turn the backlighting on or off, press and hold the Bright/Cont and Color/Tint
buttons simultaneously until the buttons become lit or unlit.
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3-3
Front Panel Operation, cont’d
User
Presets
Menu
Output
Configuration
Exit Menu
Press NEXT
View Comm
Settings
Advanced
Configuration
Input
Configuration
Menu
Menu
Menu
Menu
Scan Converter
Configuration
Optional
Front Panel Operation
The Annotator Menu System
The Annotator can be congured using the menu system, via the Extron Simple
Instruction Set (SIS™) of commands through an RS-232 or LAN connected PC, or via
the Extron software program, SPPCP.
N
The Annotator has six front panel conguration menus: User Presets, Input
Conguration, Output Conguration, Advanced Conguration, View Comm Settings.
A hidden menu (Edit Comm Settings) is also accessible
board is installed a scan converter configuration menu becomes available.
Overview of menus
User Presets
This menu allows the user to save the current image settings to a preset number
(1-16), and recall any saved preset to become the current image settings. Each input
has sixteen user selectable presets.
Input Conguration
This menu allows configuration of the following setting for any selected input:
Input type, Film detection, vertical and horizontal start points, pixel phase, the
number of total and active pixels and the number of active lines, DVI input and
EDID rate (see EDID tables on page 3-6).
For SIS commands and SPPCP configuration methods see chapters 5 and 6.
. If the optional Scan Converter
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Output Conguration
This menu allows configuration of the following settings for the active output:
Resolution and Refresh rate (see table on page 3-6), Output Type, and Sync Polarity
(where applicable).
Advanced Conguration
This menu allows advanced configuration of the following Annotator settings:
Auto Image, Auto Memories, Input EDID, RGB Delay, Switch Effect, Test Pattern,
MTP Pre-Peaking, Internal Temp (view only), Calibrate Panels, and Reset to Factory
defaults.
View Comm Settings
This menu allows the user to view the following serial and IP settings for the unit:
Serial port baud rate, MAC address, DHCP (Dynamic Host Conguration Protocol)
setting, IP address, Subnet Mask address, and Gateway address
These settings can not be edited from within this menu. See next section.
N
Edit Comm Settings (hidden)
To display and enter this menu, press and hold the Detail and Color/Tint buttons
simultaneously and then press Next. The hidden menu appears.
This menu allows the user to edit the following serial and IP settings:
Serial port baud rate, DHCP mode, IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address.
Exit Menu
At this menu pressing Next exits the Menu system and returns to the default cycle.
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Scan Converter Conguration
This menu, displayed only when the optional scan-converter board is installed,
allows the user to configure the settings for scan-converted outputs.
Annotator • Front Panel Operation
Input
Configuration
Input #x
RGB
Rotate to select
video input type.
Next
Input #x
Film Detect On
Rotate to turn
Film Detect on
or off.
Next
Input #x
Vert Start 128
Rotate to adjust
Ver tical Start value.
Input #x
Horz Start 128
Rotate to adjust
Horizontal Start value.
Input #x
Pixel Phase 28
Rotate to adjust
Pixel Phase value.
Input #x
Total Pix *2200
Rotate to adjust
Total Pixel value
(* = default).
Input #x
Active Pixels *1920
Rotate to adjust
Active Pixels value
(* = default).
Input #x
Active Lns *1080
Rotate to adjust
Active Lines value
(* = default).
User
Presets
<NA>
Recall Preset
Next
Rotate either to
select a preset to
recall settings.
<02>
Save Preset
Next
Rotate either
to select a preset
to save current
settings to.
Menu
Menu
Output
Configuration
Rotate to adjust
Resolution value
Rotate to adjust
Refresh rate
Resol 1024x768
Refresh 60.00Hz
Next
Output Type
RGBHV
Next
Sync Polarity
H Neg V Pos
Rotate either to
adjust Output
type value
Rotate either to
adjust Sync
Polarity values
Next
Next
Next
Next
Next
Next
Next
Menu
Advanced
Configuration
Auto Image
Input #x Off
Rotate to turn
Auto Image mode
On or Off
Auto Memories
On
Next
Menu
Serial Port
9600 RS232
DHCP Mode
On
MAC Address
005A6003C24
This is set at the factory
and cannot be changed
in “Edit Comm Settings”
menu.
IP Address
192.168.254.254
Gateway Address
000.000.000.000
Subnet Mask
255.255.000.000
View Comm
Settings
Exit Menu
Press NEXT
Menu
Next
Next
Next
Next
Next
Next
Rotate either to turn
Auto Memories On
or Off
Rotate either to adjust
RGB Delay value
Switch Effect
Dissolve
MTP Pre-Peaking
Off
Test Pattern
Color bars
Rotate either to
change Test Pattern
Rotate either to turn
MTP Pre-Peaking
On or Off
Rotate either to
change Switch Effect
Internal temp
96 F 35 C
Reset to Factory
Press Detail
Calibrate Panels
Press size
Indicates Internal temperature
(not adjustable)
Press Size to callibrate
panel sizes
Press Detail to reset unit
to factory settings
Next
Next
Next
Next
Next
Next
RGB Delay
0.5 Seconds
Next
Next
Serial Port
9600 RS232
Edit Comm
Settings
Rotate to select
RS-232 or RS-422
mode. Rotate to
change baud rate.
DHCP Mode
<On>
Rotate either to turn
DHCP mode On or Off.
IP Address
<192>168.254.254
Gateway Address
<000>000.000.000
Subnet Mask
<255>255.000.000
Rotate to select
octet field. Rotate
to change address.
Rotate to select
octet field. Rotate
to change address.
Rotate to select
octet field. Rotate
to change address.
Next
Next
Next
Next
Next
“Hidden” Menu *
Input EDID
1024x768 60.0Hz
Next
Rotate either to adjust
EDID values
H Size V
2048 2048
Scan Converter
Settings
Rotate to adjust
H value. Rotate
to adjust H value.
Output Format
S-video/Comp
Output Standard
NTSC
Next
Next
Next
Next
Flicker Filter
3
Next
H Center V
2048 2048
Rotate to adjust
H value. Rotate
to adjust H value.
Rotate either to
select output format.
Rotate either to
select output standard.
H Filter
0
Next
Encoder Filter
0
Next
Rotate either to
select output standard.
Rotate either to
select output standard.
Rotate either to
select output standard.
Optional I/O
Board Menu **
*N To activate the hidden menu “Edit Comms”,
press and hold Detail and Color/Tint buttons
simultaneously, then press Next.
**N The Scan Coverter Settings menu is only
available when an optional Scan Converter
I/O board is installed.
Using the menus
To configure the Annotator using any of the above menus, do the following:
1. Press the Menu button repeatedly to get to the desired configuration menu.
2. Press the Next button repeatedly to go to the desired submenu.
3. The LCD shows the current values. Observe the LCD and rotate either (or
both) adjust knob to change the values as desired.
N
For individual menu details see the following pages.
Pressing the Menu button within any level takes the user back to the current top
level menu.
Whilst within any menu if for approximately 25 seconds no buttons are pressed
or no adjust knobs rotated, the unit times out and returns to the default cycle.
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Front Panel Operation, cont’d
Save Preset
<N/A>
Recall Preset
<02>
Input #2
YUVp/HDTV
User presets
Within this menu up to 16 presets can be saved or recalled.
Save a user preset
1. From the default display cycle press Menu to enter the User Presets submenu.
2. Press Next twice to go to the Save Preset menu.
3. Rotate either front panel encoder to select a preset (1 to 16)
to save the current settings to
Select <N/A> and press Next to move to the next submenu without saving.
4. Press Next to save the current image settings to the selected Preset number.
The Preset is saved and the LCD goes back to the top level User Preset menu.
N
Recall a user preset
1. From the default display cycle press Menu to enter the User Presets submenu.
2. Press Next to go to the Recall Preset menu.
3. Rotate either front panel adjust knobs ([{) to select a preset
4. Press the Next button. The Preset is recalled, the image changes to the
If an existing Preset is chosen to save to, the previous settings are overwritten in
favor of the new (current) settings.
(1 to 16) to recall as the current settings
Select <N/A> and press Next to move to the next submenu without recalling.
recalled settings and the LCD goes back to the top level User Preset menu.
. Default setting is <N/A>.
. Default setting is N/A.
PRELIMINARY
Input conguration
Within this menu any of the seven inputs can be congured. Each input has
different settings depending on the signal format. Consult the tables below for
signal formats per input and possible adjustments per signal format.
To configure inputs:
1. From the top level Input Configuration menu press the Next button to bring
up the input selection screen. The active input is displayed on the LCD with
current signal format.
N
2. With the correct input displayed, rotate the right adjust knob ({) to change the
Input #1 Input #2 Input #3 Input #4 Input #5 Input #6 Input #7
*RGB *RGB *RGB *YUVi *S-Video *DVI *SDI
YUVp/HDTV YUVp/HDTV YUVp/HDTV S-Video Composite HD-SDI
Auto Detect Auto Detect RGBcvS Composite Auto Detect Auto Detect
If the input showing is not the one to be adjusted, press the
desired input button.
signal format (refer to table below for signal type per input).
YUVi Auto Detect
S-Video
Composite
Auto Detect
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Figure 3-3 — Signal formats per input (*= default value)
Annotator • Front Panel Operation
Input #2
Horz Start 122
3. Press the Next button to go to the next setting. If necessary repeat pressing
Next until the desired level is attained. Refer to the table below for adjustable
settings for each signal format.
Input Format RGB YUVp/
HDTV
Film Detect X X X X X X X
H Start X X
V Start X X
Pahse X X
Total Pixels X X
Active Pixels X X X X X X X
Active Lines X X X X X X X
Figure 3-4 — Adjustments possible per signal format
4. At the desired setting (for example, Horizontal Start on
input #2 with a YUVp/HDTV signal), rotate the right adjust
knob ({) to adjust the settings value as desired (here to 122).
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each setting as desired.
6. When complete press Menu once or Next repeatedly to return to the top level
menu. Alternatively, allow to time out to return to the default cycle.
RGBcvS YUVi S-vid SDI HD-SDI
Output conguration
Within this menu an outputs resolution, refresh rate, output signal type, and sync
polarity can be selected and adjusted. Refer to the table below for applicable
resolution and refresh rates.
1. Press Next to bring up the Resolution submenu. In this submenu, the
resolution and refresh rate can be adjusted.
2. Rotate the left front panel encoder (
)
(
rotate the right encoder
N
There are 25 pre-installed output resolutions (see table on next page) to choose
from (640 x 480 at 50 Hz through 1080p and 2048x1080 at 60 Hz).
The refresh rate is based on the resolution selected.
to adjust the refresh rate.
{
[) to adjust the resolution value, and
PRELIMINARY
See table on next page.
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PRELIMINARY
Front Panel Operation, cont’d
Resolution 23.98 Hz 24 Hz 25 Hz 29.97 Hz 30 Hz 50 Hz 59.94 Hz *60 Hz 75 Hz
640x480 X X X
800x600 X X X
852x480 X X X
1024x768 X X X
1024x852 X X X
1024x1024 X X X
1280x768 X X X
1280x800 X X X
1280x1024 X X X
1360x765 X X X
1360x768 X X X
1365x768 X X X
1366x768 X X X
1365x1024 X X X
1440x900 X X X
1400x1050 X X
1680x1050 X X
1600x1200 X X
1920x1200 X X
480p X X
576p X
720p X X X X X X X X
1080i X X X
1080p X X X X X X X X X
2048x1080 X X X X X X X X X
Figure 3-5 — Output resolution/refresh rate table
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3. Press Next to enter the next submenu, Output Type. Within this submenu the
output signal type (RGBHV, RGsB, YUV Bi-Level, or YUV Tri-Level) can be
selected.
4. Rotate either front panel adjust knob ([{) to select the output signal type
5. Press Next to enter the next submenu, Sync Polarity. Within this submenu,
the Sync Polarity can be set (H- V-, H+ V-, H+ V+, or H- V+).
6. Rotate either front panel adjust knob ([{) to select the sync polarity
N
An incorrect sync polarity setting will result in the loss of the output image.
7. Press Next or Menu to return to the Output Configuration.
Annotator • Front Panel Operation
.
.
Color Bars
Split Grayscale
4x4 Crosshatch
Alternating
Pixels
Crosshatch
1.78 Aspect
1.85 Aspect 2.35 Aspect
Crop
Ramp
White Field
1.33 Aspect
Safe Area 5% 10%
Auto Image
Input #2 On
Input EDID
1024x768 60.0Hz
Advanced conguration
Within this menu auto imaging and auto memory can be turned on or off, Input
EDID can be set, RGB delay value adjusted, the switch effect chosen, a test pattern
selected to aid setting up the display, and the MTP pre-peaking turned on or off. In
addition the internal temperature can be read, the size of the touch panel display
can be calibrated, and the unit can reset to factory default settings.
1. Press Next to enter the first sublevel, Auto Image. The
current active input and setting status is displayed.
N
2. With the applicable input showing, rotate the right adjust knob ({) to turn the
3. Press Next to enter the next sublevel, Auto Memory and rotate either adjust
4. Press Next to go to the next sub-level (Input EDID), or press Next repeatedly
N
For Test Pattern settings, the following are available:
None (default), Split Color Bars (8), Crosshatch 4x4, 32 Level Grayscale,
At any submenu, if the input is incorrect, press the desired input button, and
then proceed with the setting adjustment.
Auto Image on or off.
knob ([{) to turn the Auto Memory on or off.
to get to any applicable level. At each level, rotate the
adjuster knobs (right only or both)
as needed to change the settings to the desired value.
The Input EDID setting adjustment applies only to the VGA and DVI inputs.
Refer to figure 3-5 for resolution and refresh rate details.
For some settings (e.g., panel calibration) follow any on-screen instructions.
The internal temperature is a “read-only” screen. No adjustment is possible.
Ramp, Alternating Pixels, Whiteeld, Crop, 1.33 Aspect ratio, 1.78 Aspect
ratio, 1.85 Aspect ratio, 2.35 Aspect ratio, Safe Area, Blue Mode.
PRELIMINARY
N The test patterns may vary based on the output rate selected. For example
if a 4:3 rate is selected, then the 4:3 crosshatch (32x24) and aspect ratio crop
patterns appear.
The raster border is independent of the aspect ratio, always surrounding the
active area of the screen.
Annotator • Front Panel Operation
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