Extron electronic GSS 100 User Manual 2
GSS 100
Graphic Still Store
User Guide
Signal Processors
68-974-01 Rev. D
02 11
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.
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.
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
Dieses Symbol soll dem Benutzer in der im Lieferumfang enthaltenen
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.
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.
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。
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.
Evitar el uso de accesorios • No usar herramientas o accesorios que no sean especificamente recomendados
por el fabricante, ya que podrian implicar riesgos.
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。
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.
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.
NOTE: 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.
Copyright
© 2011 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved.
Trademarks
All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners.
Conventions Used in this Guide
In this user guide, the following are used:
NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.
TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the application easier.
CAUTION: A caution indicates a potential hazard to equipment or data.
WARNING: A warning warns of things or actions that might cause injury, death, or
other severe consequences.
Commands are written in the fonts shown here:
^AR Merge Scene,,Op1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C
[01] R 0004 00300 00400 00800 00600 [02] 35 [17] [03]
E X! *X1&* X2)* X2#* X2! CE}
NOTE: For commands and examples of computer or device responses mentioned
in this guide, the character “0” is used for the number zero and “O”
represents the capital letter “o.”
Computer responses and directory paths that do not have variables are written in the font
shown here:
Reply from 208.132.180.48: bytes=32 times=2ms TTL=32
C:\Program Files\Extron
Variables are written in slanted form as shown here:
ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx —t
SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX
Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are
written in the font shown here:
From the File menu, select New.
Click the OK button.
Contents
Introduction ............................................ 1
About this Guide ............................................. 1
About the GSS 100 Graphic Still Store ............. 1
Features ........................................................... 2
Installation .............................................. 3
Mounting the GSS ........................................... 3
Rear Panel Connections ................................... 3
Power Connection ....................................... 4
Signal Connections ...................................... 4
Remote Connections .................................... 4
Reset Button ................................................ 6
Front Panel Controls and Indicators .................. 7
Front Panel Operations ..................................... 8
Power-on Indications .................................... 8
Selecting an Image to Display ....................... 9
Muting the Video Output ............................. 9
Menu System Overview .............................. 10
Front Panel Security Lockout
(Executive Mode) ...................................... 16
Front Panel Absolute Reset ......................... 16
Programming Guide ..............................17
Simple Instruction Set Control ........................ 18
Symbols ..................................................... 18
GSS-initiated (Unsolicited) Messages .......... 19
Host-to-GSS Instructions ............................ 20
Error Responses.......................................... 21
Timeout ..................................................... 21
Using the Command and Response
Tables ....................................................... 21
Command and Response Table for
IP- and Port-specific SIS Commands .......... 26
HTML Control and IPL File Manager .....28
Conguring the Hardware ............................. 29
PC Configuration ....................................... 29
Initial Startup ............................................. 29
GSS Conguration ..................................... 29
Opening the Embedded Web Pages ............... 32
Status Tab ...................................................... 33
System Status Page .................................... 33
Configuration Tab .......................................... 34
System Settings Page ................................. 34
Video Settings Page ................................... 37
Passwords Page.......................................... 38
Email Alerts Page ....................................... 39
Firmware Upgrade Page ............................. 39
File Management Tab ..................................... 41
File Management Page ............................... 41
Control Tab .................................................... 42
Control Page .............................................. 42
Images Tab..................................................... 43
Image Settings Page ................................... 43
Installing the IPL File Manager and
Uploading Images ......................................... 45
Installing the IPL File Manager .................... 45
Uploading Image Files ................................ 45
Special Characters.......................................... 47
Reference Information ..........................48
Specifications ................................................. 48
Part Numbers ................................................. 51
Mounting Options ..................................... 51
Cables ....................................................... 51
Mounting the Unit ......................................... 52
Tabletop Placement .................................... 52
Rack Mounting .......................................... 52
Furniture Mounting .................................... 53
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Contents i
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Contents ii
Introduction
This section introduces the Extron® GSS 100 Graphic Still Store, including:
About this Guide
About the GSS 100 Graphic Still Store
Features
About this Guide
This manual contains installation and operating information for the Extron GSS 100 Graphic
Still Store.
NOTE: Throughout this guide, the unit is identied as either "GSS 100," the “GSS,” or
the “graphic still store.”
About the GSS 100 Graphic Still Store
The Extron GSS 100 (see gure 1) is a portable graphic still store with 16 MB of memory,
into which you can load up to 6 XGA (1024 x 768) bitmap images (BMP) or 32 or more
(depending on the compression rate) XGA JPG still images. The GSS can then output them
in an RGB video format. The GSS provides a pass-through RGB video input, in addition to
the stored images, and allows you to switch the output between the input and one of the
stored images. This allows you to display a still image of your own choosing, such as a logo,
text, or a landscape, during meeting breaks or while you load or make last minute edits to a
presentation on a laptop computer.
TCP/IP
Network
Extron
GSS 100
Multiple Images
(for recall during
presentations)
Projector
Graphic Still Store
Figure 1. Typical GSS 100 Application
Graphics PC
2
RS-23
LAN
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RESET
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RU
B
B PASS-TH
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OUTPUT
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Laptop
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Introduction 1
User-selected images, including the test patterns, can be uploaded to the GSS via its
Ethernet port using HTML pages built into the GSS. The pass-through RGB input and the
output are via female BNC connectors.
The GSS provides 16 MB of RAM for storage, providing room for up to 17 uploaded bitmap
images. The number of images that the GSS can accommodate depends on the resolution
of the images. Table 2 shows the number of BMP images that the GSS can accommodate,
based on several common resolutions.
Table 2. Approximate Image Space for BMP Files
Resolution 640x480 800x600 1024x768 1280x1024 1400x1050
Size 900 kB 1400 kB 2400 kB 4000 kB 4400 kB
Image space 17 11 6 4 3
NOTE: Because of the variable compression schemes for JPG images, there is no reliable
method to calculate the number of JPG images that the GSS can hold.
• Progressive JPG images are not supported.
• Bitmap (BMP) images must be formatted as 24-bit RGB.
The graphic still store is housed in a rack-mountable, 1U high, half rack-width metal
enclosure. The internal 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 15-watt, power supply provides
worldwide power compatibility.
Features
16 MB of internal memory storage — Sufcient for 6 XGA resolution (1024 x 768)
BMP graphics, or 32 or more JPG images at XGA resolution, depending on the
compression rate.
Input pass-through mode
Cut or dissolve switch effect between stored images
Slide show effect automatically cycles through images.
Auto-switch mode — Automatically switches to the selected stored image or a slide
show when sync is lost on the pass-through input.
Rack and under-desk mountable
Worldwide internal power supply
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Introduction 2
Installation
This section details the installation of the GSS 100, including:
Mounting the GSS
Rear Panel Connections
Mounting the GSS
CAUTION: Installation and service must be performed by authorized personnel only.
Detailed mounting instructions can be found in the “Reference Information“
section. The 1U high, half-rack width GSS 100 can be placed on a tabletop,
mounted on a rack shelf, or mounted under or through furniture. Use the applicable
optional hardware:
RSU 129 9.5-inch deep universal rack shelf kit (part number 60-190-01)
RSB 129 9.5-inch deep basic rack shelf (part number 60-604-02)
MBU 125 Under-desk mount kit (part number 70-077-01)
MBD 129 Through-desk mount kit (part number 70-077-02)
Rear Panel Connections
All connectors are on the rear panel (see figure 2).
100-240V .3A MAX
50/60 Hz
1 4 5
Figure 2. GSS 100 Graphic Still Store Rear Panel
R
R
2
RGB PASS-THRU
G G B B H/HV
OUTPUT
H/HV V V
3 6
LAN
RESET
RS-232
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Installation 3
Power Connection
a AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord into this connector to connect
the GSS to a 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50 or 60 Hz power source.
Signal Connections
b RGB Pass-through connectors — Connect a high resolution or computer input (VGA,
SVGA, XGA, SXGA, or UXGA) to these female BNC connectors.
c Output connectors — Connect an RGB video display or other device to these female
BNC connectors (see gure 3 to connect the RGB video format for each conguration).
RGBHV
RGBS
R
R
G B H/HV V
G B H/HV V
Figure 3. Video Output Connection Format
NOTE: The still image output format (RGBHV or RGBS) must be congured using
the front panel controls or a Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) command. The
output format applies only to the output of still images stored in the GSS;
the RGB Pass-through video is output exactly as it is input.
Remote Connections
Ethernet connection
d LAN port — Connect the GSS to a PC or to an Ethernet LAN, via this RJ-45 connector.
You can use the HTML pages embedded in the GSS to upload still images from the PC
to the GSS and to control the GSS. You can also use a PC to control the GSS with SIS
commands.
Link LED indicator — The green (link) LED indicates that the GSS 100 is
Activity
LED
properly connected to an Ethernet LAN. This LED should light steadily.
Act LED indicator — The yellow (activity) LED indicates transmission
Link
of data packets on the RJ-45 connector. This LED should icker as the
LED
GSS 100 communicates.
Cabling
It is vital that your Ethernet cables be the correct cable type and that they be correctly
terminated with the proper connector pinout. Ethernet links use Category (CAT) 3, 5e, or 6,
unshielded twisted pair (UTP) or shielded twisted pair (STP) cables, terminated with RJ-45
connectors. Ethernet cables are limited to a length of 328 feet (100 m).
NOTES: • Do not use standard telephone cables. Telephone cables do not support
Ethernet or Fast Ethernet.
• Do not stretch or bend cables. Transmission errors can occur.
The cable used depends on your network speed. The GSS 100 supports both
10 Mbps (10Base-T — Ethernet) and 100 Mbps (100Base-T — Fast Ethernet), half-duplex
and full-duplex Ethernet connections.
10Base-T Ethernet requires CAT 3 UTP or STP cable at minimum.
100Base-T Fast Ethernet requires CAT 5e UTP or STP cable at minimum.
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Installation 4
RJ-45 connector wiring
Crossover Cable Straight-through Cable
5
1
9
6
RS-232FunctionPin
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
—
Tx
Rx
—
Gnd
—
—
—
—
Not used
Transmit data
Receive data
Not used
Signal ground
Not used
Not used
Not used
Not used
RS-232
The Ethernet cable can be terminated as a straight-through cable or a crossover cable and
must be properly terminated for your application (see figure 4).
Crossover cable — Direct connection between the computer and the GSS 100
Patch (straight) cable — Connection of the GSS 100 to an Ethernet LAN
Pins:
12345678
Insert Twisted
Pair Wires
RJ-45
Connector
Pin
A cable that is wired as T568A at one end
and T568B at the other (Tx and Rx pairs
reversed) is a "crossover" cable.
End 1 End 2 End 1 End 2
Wire color
1
White-green
2
Green
3
White-orange
4
Blue
5
White-blue
6
Orange
7
White-brown
8
Brown
T568A T568B
Wire color
White-orange
Orange
White-green
Blue
White-blue
Green
White-brown
Brown
Pin
Wire color
1
White-orange
2
3
White-green
4
Blue
5
White-blue
6
7
White-brown
8
Brown
A cable that is wired the same at both ends is
called a "straight-through" cable, because
no pin/pair assignments are swapped.
Wire color
White-orange
OrangeOrange
White-green
Blue
White-blue
GreenGreen
White-brown
Brown
T568BT568B
Figure 4. RJ-45 Connector and Pinout Tables
Serial connection
e RS-232 port — Connect a computer or control system to this 9-pin D connector to
allow remote control using the SIS commands (see figure 5 and the “Programming
Guide” section).
Figure 5. RS-232 Connector Pinout
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Installation 5
Reset Button
f Reset button — The Reset button initiates three levels of reset to the GSS. Press and
hold the button while the GSS is running or while you power up the GSS for different
reset levels.
Events (mode 3) reset — Hold the Reset button for approximately 3 seconds (the
Reset LED blinks once), then release it and push it again for a moment to toggle
events monitoring on and off.
IP settings (mode 4) reset — Hold the Reset button for approximately 6 seconds
(the Reset LED blinks twice), then release it and push it again for a moment to reset
the IP functions of the GSS.
Absolute (mode 5) reset — Hold the Reset button for approximately 9 seconds
(the Reset LED blinks three times), then release it and push it again for a moment to
restore the GSS to the default factory conditions.
NOTE: The absolute (mode 5) reset clears all image files, IP settings, and user
settings and resets the graphic still store to the factory default.
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Installation 6
Operation
This section describes the front panel operation of the GSS 100, including:
Front Panel Controls and Indicators
Front Panel Operations
Front Panel Controls and Indicators
Figure 6 shows the controls and indicators on the front panel of the GSS 100. See “Front
Panel Operations” for details on using these controls and indicators.
IMAGE
TAKE
1 2 43 65
Figure 6. GSS 100 Front Panel
MENU
NEXT
GSS 100
ADJUST/
SELECT
a Image button — Press this button to activate the menu on the LCD display (
allows you to select between the pass-through input and one of the stored images.
) that
c
b Take button — Press this button to select either the pass-through input or one of the
stored images.
c LCD display — The 8-column by 2-line LCD screen displays output and configuration
menus and status information.
d Menu button — Press the Menu button to enter and move through the main menu
system in the GSS.
e Next button — Press the Next button to step through the submenus in the GSS menu
system.
f Adjust/Select knob — Rotate the Adjust/Select knob to change settings when it is
used in conjunction with the Image and Take buttons or the Menu and Next buttons.
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Operation 7
Front Panel Operations
Plug in all system components and turn on the input device (such as a desktop or laptop
computers) and the output monitor. Use the LAN port to upload one or more still images to
the GSS. Select either the pass-through input or one of the stored still images to output (see
“Selecting an Image to Display”). The image should appear on the monitor connected to
the output.
Power-on Indications
Power is applied when the power cord is connected between the GSS and an AC source.
When AC power is applied, the GSS performs a self-test that shows the model name and
the firmware version in the LCD display. After approximately 15 seconds, the LCD diplays
its default cycle, alternating among four displays that show the model name, the currently
displayed image (the pass-through input or the file name of one of the previously loaded
images), the output resolution (of a stored image only; the pass-through input is output
exactly as it is input), and the IP address of the unit (see figure 7).
The current settings are saved in nonvolatile memory. When power is applied, the latest
configuration is retrieved.
NOTE: On gure 7 and all other owcharts in this chapter, dashed lines indicate screen
changes that are the result of a timeout function.
Power
on
Extron
GSS 100
3 sec.
n.nn
3 sec.
Version
Extron
GSS 100
Default Cycle
Viewing
PassThru
3 sec.
or
Viewing
Image
3 sec.
1024 x
768 @72
or
RGB
PASSTHRU
3 sec.
I192.168
P255.255
3 sec.
Figure 7. LCD Power-on Displays and Default Display Cycle
NOTE: If the displayed file name is too large (more than eight characters, including the
file extension) for the LCD, the LCD shifts the file name:
Viewing
Largefil
Viewing
lename.jp
Viewing
ename.jpg
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Operation 8
Selecting an Image to Display
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3
Muting the
Unmuting the
NOTES: • The only valid le formats for uploaded image les are BMP and JPG.
• Valid le names are up to 240 alphanumeric characters with no spaces.
• Progressive JPG images are not supported.
• Bitmap (BMP) images must be formatted as 24-bit RGB.
• 1080i and 1080p files need to be mastered at a resolution of
1440 x 1080 instead of the expected 1920 x 1080.
Select an image to display as follows:
1. Press and release the Image button (see figure 8).
IMAGE
ADJUST/
SELECT
Select
PassThru
or
Select
Filename
TAKE
Loading
Image
Default
Cycle
Figure 8. Selecting an image
2. Rotate the Adjust/Select knob to select either PassThru or one of the previously loaded
images by file name.
3. Press and release the Take button. The LCD shows Loading Image and then returns to
the default display cycle once the image is loaded.
Muting the Video Output
To toggle the video output mute on and off, press and hold the Take button for
approximately 3 seconds (see gure 9). When the video output is muted (video is not
output), an asterisk (*) appears and blinks in the LCD default display cycle, in either the
output resolution display or the RGB pass-through display. When the video output is
unmuted (video is output), the asterisk is not present.
Output
TAKE
Press and
hold.
Default
Cycle
3
Sec.
Release the
button.
1024 x
*
768 @72
Asterisk (*)
blinks to indicate
the output is muted.
RGB
*
PASSTHRU
Output
TAKE
Press and
hold.
Default
Cycle
3
Sec.
Release the
button.
goes out to indicate
the output is unmuted.
1024 x
768 @72
Asterisk (*)
RGB
PASSTHRU
Figure 9. Muting and Unmuting the Output
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Operation 9
Menu System Overview
Figure 10 shows a owchart of the main menus in the menu system.
Power
on
Menu
3 sec.
Extron
GSS 100
10 sec.
Switch
Menu Menu
Effect
10 sec. 10 sec.
Menu
Slide
Show
10 sec.
Next
Exit
Menu
Version
Advanced
n.nn
Output
Config
Menu
3 sec.
10 sec.
Menu
Menu
Default
Cycle
Figure 10. Menu System Flowchart
Menu button — Press the Menu button to activate the menu system and to scroll through
the five main menus.
Next button — Press the Next button to move between the submenus of a selected main
menu, to activate one for viewing or configuration, and to save a selection.
Adjust/Select knob — When in a submenu, rotate the Adjust/Select knob to scroll through
the submenu options and select a setting. See the owcharts in this section and specic
subsections for explanations of knob adjustments.
NOTES: • To return to the default cycle, let the GSS remain idle for 30 seconds until
the selected screen times out, or press the Menu button until the Exit Menu
appears, then press the Next button.
• From any menu or submenu, after 30 seconds of inactivity, the GSS saves all
adjustment settings and times out to the default LCD display cycle.
• The GSS saves settings to its non-volatile memory every 3 minutes. Ensure
that you wait at least 3 minutes after making any changes or those changes
may be lost.
Switch Effect menu
Figure 11 is a owchart that shows an overview of the Switch Effect menu and the available
settings.
Power
Default
on
Cycle
Menu
10
sec.
10
sec.
10
sec.
10
sec.
10
sec.
Menu
Advanced
Switch
Effect
Menu
Output
Config
Menu
Slide
Show
Menu
Menu
Menu
Exit
Menu
Next
Figure 11. Switch Effect Menu Flowchart
Menu Menu 10 sec. 10 sec.
Output transition
• Cut • Dissolve
Next Next
Effect
Cut
Duration
0.0 Secs
Dissolve duration
0.0 to 5.0 seconds in
0.1 second increments.
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Operation 10
Effect submenu
Rotate the Adjust/Select knob while in the Effect submenu to cut (immediate switch) and
dissolve (the image dissolves from old to new). Cut is the default selection.
Duration submenu
Rotate the Adjust/Select knob while in the Duration submenu to select the duration for the
dissolve effect (if it is selected), between 0.0 and 5.0 seconds in 0.1 second increments. The
default duration is 1.0 seconds.
Output Configuration menu
Figure 12 is a flowchart that shows an overview of the Output Configuration menu and the
available settings.
Power
Default
on
Cycle
Menu
10
sec.
Switch
Effect
10
sec.
10
sec.
10
sec.
10
sec.
Menu
Menu
Output
Config
Menu
Slide
Show
Menu
Advanced
Menu
Menu
Exit
Menu
Figure 12. Output Configuration Submenu
Menu Menu
1024 x
768 @60
Resolution
See the table
Next
Next
on page 12.
Menu Menu
H Pol V
Neg Neg
Sync polarity
• H-/V- • H+/V-
• H-/V+ • H+/V+
Next
Sync
RGBHV
Output sync format
• RGBHV • RGBS
Cut duration
0.0 to 5.0 seconds in
0.1 second increments.
RGB Dly
0.0 Sec
10 sec. 10 sec.
Next
10 sec. 10 sec.
Next
NOTE: The Output Configuration menu settings apply only to the output of still images
stored in the GSS; the RGB Pass-through video is output exactly as it is input.
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Operation 11
Resolution submenu
Rotate the Adjust/Select knob while in the Resolution submenu to select the resolution of
the stored image output. 1024 x 768 at 60 Hz is the default resolution.
NOTE: To view an uncropped full screen image at 1080p or 1080i, the image resolution
must be 1440 x 1080.
Resolution 50 Hz60 Hz72 Hz96 Hz100 Hz120
Hz
640 x 480 • • • • • •
800 x 600 • • • • • •
852 x 480 • • • • •
1024 x 768 • • • •
1024 x 852 • • • •
1024 x 1024 • • •
1280 x 768 • •
1280 x 800 • •
1280 x 1024 • •
1360 x 765 • •
1365 x 768 • •
1366 x 768 • •
1365 x 1024 • •
1400 x 1050 • •
1440 x 900 • •
480p • •
576p • •
720p • •
1080i • •
1080p • •
Sync format submenu
Rotate the Adjust/Select knob while in the Sync format submenu to select the sync format
for the still image output. RGBHV is the default selection.
Sync polarity submenu
Rotate the Adjust/Select knob while in the Sync polarity submenu to select the sync polarity
(positive and negative) for the still image output. Horizontal and vertical negative sync are
the default selection.
RGB Delay submenu
The GSS can briey blank the RGB (video) output while it switches between the stored
image and the pass-through image. This allows the change in display to appear without a
glitch. RGB delay is also known as Triple-Action Switching or video mute switching.
Rotate the Adjust/Select knob while in the RGB Delay submenu to set the delay between
0 and 5 seconds, in 0.1-second increments. No delay (0.0 seconds) is the default setting.
GSS 100 Graphic Still Store • Operation 12
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