Extron Electronics Annotator User Manual

Annotator

Annotation Graphics Processor

User Guide

Signal Processors

68-1661-01 Rev. B

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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

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.

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。

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 orices • 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 qualiziertem 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 empndlichen 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.

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 calicado. 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。

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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.

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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.

Copyright

© 2011 Extron Electronics. All rights reserved.

Trademarks

All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners.

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Contents

Introduction ............................................ 1

About the Annotator ....................................... 1

Definitions ....................................................... 2

Features ........................................................... 3

Installation .............................................. 6

UL/Safety Requirements ................................... 6

Important Safety Instructions ....................... 6

Mounting the Annotator.................................. 7

Tabletop Placement ...................................... 7

UL Guidelines for Rack Mounted Devices .... 7

Rack Mounting ............................................ 7

Rear Panel Features and Connections ... 8

Rear Panel Features .......................................... 8

Power and Video Input Connections ............ 8

Output, User Interface, and Control

Connections ............................................... 9

Installation and Cabling ............................. 10

Powering Up ............................................. 11

Resetting the Unit with the Reset Button ........ 12

Operation ...............................................14

Front Panel Overview ..................................... 14

Switching Inputs ........................................ 15

Button Backlighting ................................... 15

The Annotator Menu System ......................... 16

Overview of Menus .................................... 16

Using the Menus ........................................ 18

User Presets ............................................... 18

Input Configuration ................................... 19

Output Configuration ................................ 20

Advanced Configuration ............................ 21

Capture/Recall Settings (front panel

activated) .................................................. 22

View Comm Settings ................................. 23

Edit Comm Settings ................................... 24

Exit Menu .................................................. 24

Scan Converter Configuration .................... 25

Aux Scaler Configuration ........................... 25

Setting the Front Panel Locks

(Executive Modes) ......................................... 26

Enabling or Disabling Executive Mode 1

from the Front Panel ................................. 26

Setting up the Annotator to Work with

a Matrix Switcher .......................................... 27

On Screen Annotation ...........................30

USB and RS-232 Driver Conguration ............ 30

USB Driver Conguration ........................... 30

RS-232 Driver Configuration ...................... 31

USB Port Connections .................................... 31

Touchscreen Calibration ................................. 32

Annotation Overview ..................................... 33

Default Annotation Buttons ........................... 34

SIS Communication and Control ...........37

RS-232/RS-422 Link ....................................... 37

Ethernet Connection ...................................... 37

Ethernet (LAN) Port .................................... 37

Ethernet Cabling ........................................ 37

Default IP Addresses................................... 37

Establishing a Connection .......................... 38

Connection Time-outs ................................ 38

Number of Connections ............................. 38

Using Verbose Mode .................................. 38

Host-to-Processor Instructions ........................ 38

Processor-Initiated Messages .......................... 39

Processor Error Responses .......................... 39

Using the Command/Response Table for SIS

Commands ................................................... 40

Symbol Definitions ..................................... 40

Command/Response Table for SIS

Commands ............................................... 44

Using the Command/Response Table for IP

SIS Commands ............................................. 55

Symbol Definitions ..................................... 55

Command/Response Table for IP SIS

Commands ............................................... 57

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Signal Processing

Products Control Program .....................61

Installing the Software ................................... 61

Installation From the DVD .......................... 61

Installation from the Website ..................... 62

Starting the SPPCP ..................................... 62

Using the SPPCP ............................................ 63

Orientation ................................................ 63

SPPCP Menus ............................................. 64

Control Tab ................................................ 71

I/O Configuration Tab ................................. 72

Advanced Settings Tab ............................... 73

Scan Converter Tab .................................... 74

Aux Scaler Tab ........................................... 75

Image Capture Tab ..................................... 76

Font Tab ..................................................... 77

Status Bar .................................................. 77

HTML Operation .....................................78

Accessing the Default Web Pages .................. 78

Navigating the Default Web Pages ................. 79

Status Tab .................................................. 79

Configuration Tab ...................................... 80

File Management Tab ................................. 89

Control Tab ................................................ 90

Reference Material ................................93

Specifications ................................................. 93

Part Numbers and Accessories ........................ 96

Included Parts ............................................ 96

Cables ....................................................... 96

Optional Parts ............................................ 96

Ethernet Connection..............................97

Ethernet Link ................................................. 97

Ethernet Connection .................................. 97

Default Address ......................................... 97

Telnet Tips .................................................. 99

Subnetting Basics ..................................... 100

Annotator • Contents v

Introduction

This manual contains installation, conguration, and operating information for the Extron

Annotator. It covers configuring and operating the device using the front panel controls
and Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) commands, and how to annotate 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 Annotator is a high performance, hardware-based annotation processor for video and
computer-video sources. It allows the presenter to draw, point, or add text to electronic
presentation materials using a touchscreen and/or a keyboard and mouse. The Annotator
supports all common analog and digital video and data formats, from composite video

to high resolution DVI, RGBHV and optional SDI/HD-SDI. Input video is scaled and made
available in a variety of output formats, including analog RGBHV and Extron MTP twisted
pair, as well as optional DVI, HD-SDI, or scan-converted video. The Annotator is ideal
for applications that require the overlay of graphics and text within AV presentations,

including schools, law enforcement, medicine, telepresence, and live events.

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Annotator • Introduction 1

Denitions

The following terms are used throughout this manual:

EDID — Extended Display Identication Data. A communications protocol or instruction
set developed by VESA (Video Electronics Standards Association) for the identication 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 TMDS (Transition Minimized

Differential Signaling) from Silicon Image and DDC from VESA. DVI-D is a DVI connector
that supports digital signals only, and DVI-I supports both digital and analog signals.

SDI — Serial Digital Interface. A standard definition video transmission 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-denition version of SDI specied 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 congurations using the front panel, RS-232/422, or Ethernet control.

• Input – Up to 128 input presets (individual I/O congurations) 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 conguration. 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 specic

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 its 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.

Annotator • Introduction 2

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 computer-video
presentations.

• Inputs: Two RGB or HD component video on 15-pin HD connectors; congurable

input on BNC connectors for RGB, HD/SD 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; an optional fourth output for DVI-D,
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.

• Automatic 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 denition 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 congured as DVI, HD-SDI, or scan-converted video.

• 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.

Annotator • Introduction 3

• 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. Up to 40 MB of space is available for screen captures.

• 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 specified as 4:3 or 16:9 and fixed.

• 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 film.

• Motion adaptive 1080i to 1080p deinterlacing — High performance deinterlacing

for 1080i signals from HD sources including broadcasts and Blu-ray Disc™, allows

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.

• 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.

Annotator • Introduction 4

• RS-232 serial control port — Using serial commands, the Annotator can be

controlled and congured 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.

Annotator • Installation 5

Installation

This section contains installation information for the Extron Annotator. It covers the

following subjects:

• UL/Safety Requirements

• Mounting the Annotator

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 specied 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.

Annotator • Installation 6

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) as

specied 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 (for example, use of power strips).

Rack Mounting

To rack mount the Annotator, attach brackets to the side of the unit, as shown below, and
secure it to the the rack. See figure below.

Rack Mount
Bracket

Figure 2. Mounting the Annotator

Annotator • Installation 7

Rear Panel

Features and
Connections

This section describes the rear panel features and how to connect the cables.

Rear Panel Features

The illustration below shows the rear panel features of the Annotator.

VID

4

5

B/C

/Y

B-Y

B-Y

R-Y

/C

4

100-240V 2A

50/60 Hz

1

I
N
P
U
T
S

1

RGB/R-Y,Y,B-Y

2

RGB/R-Y,Y,B-Y

3

R/

G/Y

R-Y

VID

V

H/HV

2

3

17

RESET

15

LAN

RS-232

USB

RS-232

14

12

MOUSE

Y

B-Y
B/

KEYBOARD

13

LO­RES
OUT

RGB/R-Y, Y, B-Y

10

C

VID

Y/

R-Y

G

R/

MTP

9

11

7

7

HDSDI/SDI

VID

/Y

6

C

5

O
U
T
P

DVI-D

U
T
S

6

G/YB/

R/
R-Y

HV

8

B-Y

S

16

Figure 3. Annotator Rear Panel Features

AC power connector

a

RGB/YUV-HD VGA connectors (inputs 1 and 2)

b

Universal BNC connectors (input 3)

c

Component/S-video/composite BNC

d

connectors (input 4)

S-video/composite BNC connectors (input 5)

e

DVI connector (input 6)

f

(Optional) HD-SDI/SDI connector (input 7)

g

RGB/YUV-HD BNC ouput connectors

h

RGB/YUV-HD VGA output connector

i

Power and Video Input Connections

a AC power connector — After connecting all input and output cables, plug a

standard IEC power cord from a 100 to 240 VAC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz power source
into this receptacle.

b RGB/YUV-HD VGA connectors (inputs 1 and 2) — Connect high resolution

computer-video input signals to either of the two 15-pin HD connectors.

(Optional) output card (scan converter shown)

j

MTP twisted pair output connector

k

PS/2 mouse port

l

PS/2 keyboard port

m

USB A ports

n

RJ-45 Ethernet LAN connector

o

9-pin RS-232 connectors

p

Reset button and LED

q

Annotator • Rear Panel Features and Connections

8

c Universal BNC connectors (input 3) — Connect a high resolution computer-

RGBS/RGBcvS

video, component, S-video, or composite input signal to this group of female

BNC connectors.

RGBHV

3

R/

R-Y

B/C

G/Y

VID

3

B-Y

R/

R-Y

B/C

G/Y

B-Y

VID

H/HV V

RGsB/Component Video

(Y, R-Y, B-Y)

3

R/
R-Y

H/HV V

B/C

G/Y

B-Y

VID

3

H/HV V

R/
R-Y

H/HV V

Composite VideoS-video (YC)

B/C

G/Y
VID

3

B-Y

R/
R-Y

H/HV V

B/C

G/Y

B-Y

VID

d Composite/S-video/component BNC connectors (input 4) — Connect a

composite video, S-video, or SD component video signal. Connect cables as
shown below.

Composite Video

4

R-Y

VID

/Y

B-Y
/C

S-video (YC)

4

R-Y

Component Video (Y, R-Y, B-Y)

VID

/Y

B-Y

/C

4

R-Y

VID

/Y

B-Y

/C

e S-video/composite video BNC connectors (input 5) — Connect S-video or

composite video input signals to this pair of female BNC connectors. Connect
cables as shown below.

VID

/Y

S-video (YC)

VID

5

/Y

Composite Video

5

C

C

f DVI-D connector (input 6) — Connect a high resolution digital input signal to

this DVI-I connector.

g Optional input board (HD-SDI/SDI with BNC shown) connector (input 7)

— Connect an appropriate input to the optional board connector.

Output, User Interface, and Control Connections

h RGB/YUV-HD BNC connectors — Connect a display to these for RGB or

HD component video output.

i RGB/YUV-HD 15-pin VGA connector — Connect a display to this for RGB or

HD component video output.

j Optional output card (scan converter with BNC connectors shown) —

Connect a display to this for composite, S-video, or component video output.

k MTP output — Connect a mini twisted pair receiver to this port

NOTE: MTP output supports only RGBHV and RGBS video formats.

Annotator • Rear Panel Features and Connections

9

l PS/2 mouse port — Connect a PS/2 mouse to this port for annotation use.
m Keyboard port — Connect a Microsoft

annotation use.

®

compatible keyboard to this port for

n USB A ports — Connect up to twenty touch panel devices (using USB hubs), or

a USB mouse and keyboard to these ports.

o LAN Ethernet port — Connect the Annotator to an Ethernet LAN or WAN 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 flickers amber, indicating data transmission
as the devices communicate.

CAUTION: Do not connect the MTP cable to the LAN port, or connect the

LAN cable to the MTP port.

NOTE: Do not use standard telephone cables, as they do not support

Ethernet or Fast Ethernet. See the “Ethernet Connection” section,
for correct cabling.

Do not stretch or bend cables. Transmission errors can occur.

See the “SIS Communication and Control” section for definitions of
the SIS commands, and the “

Program” section to install and use the control software.

Signal Processing Products Control

p RS-232 9-pin ports — These connectors provides for two-way

RS-232 communication. Connect a host computer or control system via a
9-pin D connector p for serial RS-232 or RS-422 control.

For touch panels, using a null RS-232 cable only, connect the touchscreen to the
Annotator via either of the RS-232 ports. RS-232 driver configuration is necessary
and can be done using the Signal Processing Products Control Program. Within
the SPPCP program click Help > Contents for configuration instructions.

The default protocol is 9600 baud, 1 stop bit, no parity, and no flow control.

q Reset button and LED — This button is used to reset the switcher to any one of

four different states. The LED indicates the status during the resetting procedure.
Refer to the “Resetting the Unit with the Reset Button” section, for details.

Installation and Cabling

Step 1 — Mount the unit

Turn off or disconnect all equipment power sources and rack mount the Annotator
(see page 7).

Step 2 — Connect inputs

Connect inputs from video sources to the applicable connectors marked “Inputs”
(see pages 8 and 9, b to g for connector types).

Step 3 — Connect outputs

Connect video output devices to the applicable I/O board connectors marked
“Outputs” (see page 9, h to k for connector types).

Step 4 — Connect user interface devices

PS2 mouse and keyboard ports (l and m) — Connect a mouse and/or a keyboard
for annotation use.

Annotator • Rear Panel Features and Connections

10

Step 5 — Connect touch panel devices

Via USB A ports — Connect a touchpanel device to either port as desired. For most
devices no configuration is needed.

Via RS-232 ports — Connect a touchpanel device to either port as desired.
RS-232 driver configuration is necessary and can be done using the Signal Processing
Products Control Program. See the “Signal Processing Products Control Program”
section for details.

Step 6 — Connect control devices

LAN Ethernet port — Connect to an Ethernet LAN or WAN via this RJ-45 connector

to control the processor from a remote location, using a PC’s Internet browser. See

o

the ”Ethernet Connections” section 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 ickers as

the devices communicate.
Remote ports — For serial RS-232 or RS-422 control, connect a host computer or

control system via the 9-pin D connector p. RS-232 protocol (default values):

• 9600 baud • 1 stop bit • no parity • 8 data bits • no ow control.

NOTE: See “SIS Communication and Control” section for definitions of the

SIS commands and “Signal Processing Products Control Program”
section to install and use the control software.

Step 7 — Connect power

AC power connector — Plug in a standard IEC power cord from a 100 to 240 VAC,
50 - 60 Hz power source into this receptacle a.

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.

Apply
Power

10
sec.

Extron

Annotator v1.xx

3
sec.

Loading OSD file

complete

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 the figure below for a typical default display cycle.

Extron

Annotator v1.xx

3
sec.

All buttons flash in sequence

(green, red, amber).

1
sec.

1

All input buttons

flash consecutively (amber).

Figure 4. Typical Default Cycle

The default display cycle shows the output resolution and the refresh rates for the
currently selected input.

2

Sorting graphics

3
sec.

Boot-up sequence

files

complete

Key

Menu and Next buttons

remain lit.

MENU

= unlit

= lit

NEXT

1
sec.

1

Last active input

button remains lit.

= flashing

Default Display Cycle

1
sec.

2

NOTE: The input and output rates shown in the default display

cycle may differ, depending on the type of video signal active.

Input #2

60.0kHz 75.0Hz

2
sec.

1024x768 60.0Hz

2 sec.

Output Rate

Annotator • Rear Panel Features and Connections

11

Resetting the Unit with the Reset Button

1

2

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 page 13 for a summary of the reset modes.

CAUTION: Review the reset modes carefully. Using the wrong reset mode may result

in unintended loss of flash memory programming, port reassignment, or
processor reboot.

NOTE: 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.

Mode 1

Press and hold
the Reset button.

Modes 3, 4, and 5

Press and hold for
3, 6, or 9 seconds.

RESET

Reset LED flashes once,
twice, or three times.

RESET

Apply Power

Release, then immediately
press and release again. Reset
LED flashes in confirmation.

RESET

Release Reset button.

RESET

RESET

Figure 5. Resetting the Annotator

NOTE: 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 the factory default firmware is to be used, that version must
be uploaded 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).

See the table on next page for a summary of the reset modes.

Annotator • Rear Panel Features and Connections

12

Annotator Reset Mode Summary

Mode Activation Result Purpose/Notes

Hold down the recessed Reset button

1

while applying power to the unit

The Annotator reverts to the factory
default firmware. Event scripting does

not start if the device is powered in this
mode. All user files and settings (drivers,
adjustments, IP settings) are maintained.

This mode reverts to the
factory default firmware
version if incompatibility
issues arise with user-loaded
firmware.

NOTE: After a mode 1 reset is

performed, update the
Annotator firmware to
the latest version. Do not
operate the firmware
version that results from
this mode reset. If you
want to use the factory

Use Factory Firmware

Hold down the Reset button for about 3

3

sec. until the Power LED blinks once, then

release and press Reset momentarily (<1

Events

Run/Stop

Settings

Reset all IP

Defaults

sec.) within 1 second.

Hold down the Reset button for about

4

6 sec. until the Power LED blinks twice

(once at 3 sec., again at 6 sec.). Then
release and press Reset momentarily (for
<1 sec.) within 1 second.

NOTE: Nothing happens if the

Hold down the Reset button for about 9

5

sec. until the Power LED blinks three times

(once at 3 sec., again at 6 sec., again
at 9 sec.). Then release and press Reset
momentarily (for <1 sec.) within 1 second.

NOTE: Nothing happens if the

Reset to Factory

default firmware, you
must upload that version
again. See page 69 or 87
for details on uploading
firmware.

momentary press does not
occur within 1 second.

momentary press does not
occur within 1 second.

NOTE: If you do not want to update

firmware, or you performed
a mode 1 reset by mistake,
cycle power to the Annotator
to return to the firmware
version that was running prior

to the mode 1 reset. Use the

0Q SIS command to confirm
that the factory default
firmware is no longer running
(look for asterisks following
the version number.)

This mode turns events on or off.

NOTE: Nothing happens if the

momentary press does not
occur within 1 second.

This mode does the following:

• Enables ARP capability.

• Sets the IP address back to factory default

(192.168.254.254).

• Sets the subnet back to factory default.

• Sets the default gateway address to the

factory default.

• Sets port mapping back to factory default.

• Turns DHCP off.

• Turns events off.

This mode performs a complete reset to
factory defaults (except the firmware).

• Does everything mode 4 does.

• Removes button/touchpanel congurations.

• Resets all IP options.

• Removes scheduling settings.

• Removes/clears all les from the unit.

NOTE: User-dened

web pages
may not work
correctly if
using an earlier
firmware
version.

This mode is useful for
troubleshooting.

This mode enables you to set
IP address information using
ARP and the MAC address.

This mode is useful if you
want to start over with
configuration and uploading,
and also to replace events.

Annotator • Operation 13

Operation

This section of the manual discusses the operation of an Annotator unit and is divided
into four sections:

• Front Panel Overview

• The Annotator Menu System

• Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes)

• Setting up the Annotator to Work with a Matrix Switcher

Front Panel Overview

INPUTS

6 754321

1

2

UNDO

/CLEAR

CAPTURE
/RECALL

AUTO

IMAGE

FREEZE

3

SIZE

POSITION

BRIGHT
/CONT

COLOR

/TINT

4

DETAIL

ZOOM

/PAN

MENU

NEXT

5

6 7

ADJUST

ANNOTATOR

ANNOTATION GRAPHICS PROCESSOR

Figure 6. Front Panel Features

a Front panel configuration port — Connect a control system or computer to

this (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

6 feet

1

6

9

5

9-pin D Connection TRS Plug

Pin 2 Computer Rx line Tip
Pin 3 Computer Tx line Ring
Pin 5 Computer's signal ground Sleeve

Tip

Ring

Sleeve (Gnd)

Figure 7. Front 2.5 mm Port Configuration Cable, Part 70-335-01

b Input selection buttons — Select/switch inputs and indicate which input is

active.

c Special function buttons — These four buttons are:

• Undo/Clear — Allows a reversal of up to seven of the last annotation points or

clears selected annotations.

NOTE: See the “On Screen Annotation” section for an overview of image

annotation.

• Auto Image — Initiates 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.

Annotator • Operation 14

• Freeze — Allows the current displayed image to be frozen or unfrozen as desired.

d Picture control buttons — These six buttons are:

• 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.

NOTE: Adjustments are made using either or both Adjust knobs ([ {).

e LCD display — This LCD screen displays two rows of menu, control response,

and configuration text.

f Menu navigation buttons — These two buttons give access to menu

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.

g Adjustment knobs — These two knobs are used with the picture control buttons

and the menu navigation buttons to adjust settings.

Switching Inputs

To switch inputs, simply press the desired input button. The button lights amber when an
active video signal is detected. 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.

Annotator • Operation 15

The Annotator Menu System

The Annotator can be congured using the menu system, via the Extron Simple Instruction
Set (SIS) of commands, or via the Extron Signal Processing Products Control Program

(SPPCP) software program, through an RS-232 or LAN connected PC.

NOTE: For methods see “SIS Communication and Control” and “Signal Processing

Products Control Program” section.

The Annotator has six front panel conguration menus: User Presets, Input Conguration,
Output Conguration, Advanced Conguration, View Comm Settings. A hidden menu
(Edit Comm Settings) is also accessible. If the optional Scan Converter board is installed a

scan converter configuration menu becomes available.

User

Presets

Menu

Input

Configuration

Menu

Output

Configuration

Menu

Advanced

Configuration

Menu

View Comm

Settings

Menu

Scan Converter

Configuration

Optional

Exit Menu

Press NEXT

Figure 8. The Annotator Front Panel Configuration Menus

Overview of Menus

See image on next page.

User Presets

This menu allows unnecessary 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 Configuration

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

Output Configuration

total and active pixels and the number of active lines.

This menu allows configuration of the following settings for the active output:
Resolution and refresh rate (see table on page 20), output type, and sync polarity (where

applicable).

Advanced Configuration

This menu allows advanced configuration of the following Annotator settings:

Auto Image, Auto Memories, Aspect Ratio, Input EDID (see table on page 20), 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 Conguration Protocol) setting,

IP address, subnet mask address, and gateway address

NOTE: These settings can not be edited from within this menu. See”Edit Comm

Settings (hidden)” on next page.

Annotator • Operation 16

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.

Input

Configuration

Next

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
Vertical Star t value.

Next

Input #x

Horz Start 128

Rotate to adjust
Horizontal Start value.

Next

Input #x

Pixel Phase 28

Rotate to adjust
Pixel Phase value.

Next

Input #x

Total Pix *2200

Rotate to adjust
Total Pixel value
(* = default).

Next

Input #x

Active Pixels *1920

Rotate to adjust
Active Pixels value
(* = default).

Next

Input #x

Active Lns *1080

Rotate to adjust
Active Lines value
(* = default).

Menu

Next

Rotate either to
select a preset to
recall settings.

Next

Rotate either
to select a preset
to save current
settings to.

Menu

User

Presets

Recall Preset

<NA>

Save Preset

<02>

*NOTE To activate the hidden menu “Edit Comms”,
press and hold Detail and Color/Tint buttons
simultaneously, then press Next.

**NOTE The Scan Coverter and Aux Scaler menus are
only available when the applicable optional I/O
board is installed.

Output

Configuration

Next

Resol 1024x768

Refresh 60.00Hz

Rotate to adjust
Resolution value
Rotate to adjust
Refresh rate.

Next

Output Type

RGBHV

Rotate either to
adjust Output
type value.

Next

Sync Polarity

H Neg V Pos

Rotate either to
adjust Sync
Polarity values.

Menu

Advanced

Configuration

Auto Image

Input #x Off

Rotate to turn
Auto Image mode
On or Off.

Auto Memories

On

Rotate either to turn
Auto Memories On
or Off.

Aspect Ratio

FILL

Rotate either to select
Aspect Ratio mode.

Input EDID

1024x768 60.0Hz

Rotate to adjust
Resolution value
Rotate to adjust
Refresh rate.

RGB Delay

0.5 Seconds

Rotate either to adjust
RGB Delay value.

Switch Effect

Dissolve

Rotate either to
change Switch Effect.

Test Pattern

Color Bars

Rotate either to
change Test Pattern.

MTP Pre-Peaking

Off

Rotate either to turn
MTP Pre-Peaking
On or Off.

Internal temp

96 F 35 C

Indicates Internal temperature
(not adjustable).

Calibrate Panels

Press size

Press Size to callibrate
panel sizes.

Reset to Factory

Press Detail

Press Detail to reset unit
to factory settings.

Next

Next

Next

Next

Next

Next

Next

Next

Next

Next

Next

Menu

9600 RS232

This is set at the factory
and cannot be changed
in “Edit Comm Settings”
menu.

Gateway Address

9600 RS232

<192>168.254.254

<255>255.000.000

Gateway Address
<000>000.000.000

View Comm

Settings

Next

Serial Port

Next

MAC Address
005A6003C24

Next

DHCP Mode

On

Next

IP Address

192.168.254.254

Next

Subnet Mask

255.255.000.000

Next

000.000.000.000

“Hidden” Menu *

Edit Comm

Settings

Next

Serial Port

Rotate to select
RS-232 or RS-422
mode. Rotate to
change baud rate.

Next

DHCP Mode

<On>

Rotate either to turn
DHCP mode On or Off.

Next

IP Address

Rotate to select
octet field. Rotate
to change address.

Next

Subnet Mask

Rotate to select
octet field. Rotate
to change address.

Next

Rotate to select
octet field. Rotate
to change address.

Menu

Exit Menu

Press NEXT

Optional I/O
Board Menu **

Scan

Converter

Next

H Size V

2048 2048

Rotate to adjust
H value. Rotate
to adjust V value.

Next

H Center V

2048 2048

Rotate to adjust
H value. Rotate
to adjust V value.

Next

Output Format

S-video/Comp

Rotate either to
select output format.

Next

Output Standard

NTSC

Rotate either to
select output standard.

Next

Flicker Filter

3

Rotate either to
adjust flicker filter.

Next

H Filter

0

Rotate either to
adjust H filter.

Next

Encoder Filter

0

Rotate either to
adjust encoder filter.

Optional I/O
Board Menu **

Aux

Scaler

Next

Resol 1024x768
Refresh 60.00Hz

Rotate to adjust
resolution. Rotate
to adjust refresh rate.

Next

Output Type

RGBHV

Rotate either to
select output type.

Next

Sync Polarity

H neg V neg

Rotate either to
adjust sync polarity
values.

Next

Aspect Ratio

Follow

Rotate either to
select aspect
ratio mode.

Next

Detail

64

Rotate either to
adjust detail level.

Next

Test Pattern

Crop

Rotate either to
select test pattern.

Figure 9. Annotator Menu System Overview

Annotator • Operation 17

Scan Converter Conguration

This menu, displayed only when the optional scan-converter board is installed, allows the
user to configure the settings for scan-converted outputs.

Aux Scaler Conguration

This menu, displayed only when the optional aux scaler board is installed, allows the user
to configure the settings for aux scaler outputs.

Using the Menus

To configure the Annotator using any of the menus, do the following:

1. Press the Menu button repeatedly to reach 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.

NOTES: Pressing the Menu button within any level takes the user back to the current top

When in any menu for approximately 25 seconds and no buttons have been

level menu.

pressed or Adjust knobs rotated, the unit times out and returns to the default
cycle.

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 Adjust knob to select a preset (1 to 16)

to save the current settings to. Default setting is <N/A>.
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.

NOTE: If an existing preset is chosen to save to, the previous settings are overwritten

in favor of the new (current) settings.

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

(1 to 16) to recall as the current settings. Default setting is N/A.
Select <N/A> and press Next to move to the next submenu without recalling.

4. Press the Next button. The preset is recalled, the image changes to the recalled

settings and the LCD goes back to the top level User Preset menu.

Save Preset

<N/A>

Recall Preset

<02>

Annotator • Operation 18

Input Conguration

Within this menu any of the seven inputs can be congured. 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.

NOTE: If the input shown is not the one to be adjusted, press the desired input

2. With the correct input displayed, rotate the right Adjust knob ({) to change the signal

format (refer to table below for signal type per input).

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

Figure 10. Signal Formats per Input (*= Default Value)

button.

YUVi Auto Detect

S-video
Composite
Auto Detect

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 RGBcvS YUVi S-vid DVI SDI HD-SDI

Film Detect X X X X X X X X
H Start X X
V Start X X
Phase 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 11. Adjustments Possible per Signal Format

4. At the desired setting (for example, Horizontal Start on input 2 with a YUVp/HDTV

signal, see image at right), 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.

Input #2

Horz Start 122

6. When complete press Menu once or Next repeatedly to return

to the top level menu. Alternatively, allow the unit to time out to return to the default
cycle.

Annotator • Operation 19

Output Conguration

Using this menu, resolutions, refresh rates, output signal types, and sync polarity can be

selected and adjusted for an output. See the table below for 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 Adjust knob ([) to adjust the resolution value, and rotate

the right Adjust knob ({) to adjust the refresh rate.

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
1080i X X X
1080p X X X X X X X X
2048x1080 X X X X X X X X
1080p CVT X

Figure 12. Output Resolution/Refresh Rate Table

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.

NOTE: 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 • Operation 20

Advanced Conguration

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 touch panel display can be calibrated, and the unit can be
reset to factory default settings.

1. Press Next to enter the first sublevel, Auto Image. The current active input and setting

status is displayed.

NOTE: At any submenu, if the input is incorrect, press the desired input button, and

then proceed with the setting adjustment.

2. With the applicable input showing, rotate the right Adjust knob ({)

to turn the Auto Image on or off.

Auto Image

Input #2 On

3. Press Next to enter the next sublevel, Auto Memories, and rotate either Adjust knob

([{) to turn the Auto Memory on or off.

4. Press Next to enter the next sublevel, Aspect Ratio, and rotate either Adjust knob

([{) to select Fill or Follow.

5. Press Next to go to the next sublevel (Input EDID), or press Next

repeatedly to get to any applicable level. At each level, rotate

Input EDID

1024x768 60.0Hz

the Adjust knobs (right only or both) as needed to change the
settings to the desired value.

NOTES: • The Input EDID setting adjustment applies only to the VGA and DVI inputs.

See figure 12 for resolution and refresh rate details.

• For some settings (such as panel calibration) follow on-screen instructions.

• The internal temperature is a “read-only” screen. No adjustment is possible.

The following test pattern settings are available:

None (default), Split Color Bars (8), Crosshatch 4x4, 32 Level Grayscale, Ramp, Alternating
Pixels, Whiteeld, Crop, 1.33 Aspect ratio, 1.78 Aspect ratio, 1.85 Aspect ratio, 2.35
Aspect ratio, Safe Area, Blue Mode.

Color Bars

Crop

Crosshatch

1.33 Aspect

4x4 Crosshatch

1.78 Aspect

Split Grayscale

1.85 Aspect 2.35 Aspect

Ramp

Alternating

Pixels

Safe Area 5% 10%

White Field

NOTE: 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.

If a touchpanel screen is attached to the Annotator, the touch accuracy can be calibrated
using the Calibrate Panels setting in the Advanced configuration menu.

1. Within the Advanced Conguration menu press Next repeatedly to cycle to the

Calibrate Panels submenu.

2. Press the Size button and observe the touchpanel screen. A cross appears in the upper

left corner. Tap the screen at the cross, and repeat at each cross.

Annotator • Operation 21

3. After tapping the fourth cross, the unit saves the calibration data and restarts the

Step 1

sequence. Repeat the process for each connected touchscreen.

4. Press any front panel button to exit the sequence and save the data.

NOTE: See page 32 for detailed touchscreen setup instructions.

Capture/Recall Settings (front panel activated)

A snapshot of the currently displayed image (including annotations) can be captured and
saved to the Annotator memory using the front panel Capture/Recall button, the Next
button, and the two Adjust knobs. This image or any other saved image can then be
recalled and output to the active display at a later time.

To capture an image:

1. Press and hold the Capture/Recall button for 3 seconds. The LCD displays “IMAGE

CAPTURE”.

2. Press Next to enter the Save As menu, the LCD displays “Save As: <N/A>”.

Use either Adjust knob to scroll through 16 image names, (IMG01.bmp through
IMG16.bmp) to select a suitable name.

NOTE: When saving an image to a selected name, any image previously saved

with that selected name is overwritten in favor of the newly saved
image.

3. When the desired image name is reached, press Next. The LCD displays “Saving image

Please wait.” The display then changes to “Saving image” and a progress bar begins

showing the progress of the image capture process. When the image is saved the LCD

reverts to the default menu cycle.

NOTE: Custom image names can be used when image captures are initiated

using the appropriate SIS commands.

Press and hold
for 3 seconds.

Step 2

Press

Rotate either
Adjust knob.

Step 3

Press

UNDO/
CLEAR

CAPTURE/

RECALL

MENU

NEXT

MENU

NEXT

ADJUST

LCD screen displays

IMAGE

CAPTURE

LCD screen displays

Save As:

<N/A>

LCD screen displays

Save As:

IMG05.BMP

LCD screen displays

Saving Image

Please wait

then

Saving image:

Figure 13. Sequence for Capturing an Image

Annotator • Operation 22

To recall an image:

Step 1

1. Press and release the Capture/Recall button. The LCD displays “IMAGE RECALL”.

2. Press Next to enter the Recall menu. The LCD displays “Recall: <N/A>”.

Use either Adjust knob to scroll through the saved images, to the desired image.

3. Press Next to recall the image. The LCD displays “Recalling image Please wait” while

the image is downloaded to the display. When the image is fully downloaded, the
LCD displays the name of the image and “Recalled”, (for example, “IMG05.bmp

Recalled”). The recalled image is displayed on the active display. Press Next to exit the
Image Recall menu.

Press and
release

Step 2

Press

Rotate either
Adjust knob.

UNDO/
CLEAR

CAPTURE/

RECALL

MENU

NEXT

ADJUST

LCD screen displays

IMAGE

RECALL

LCD screen displays

Recall:

<N/A>

LCD screen displays

Recall:

IMG05.BMP

Step 3

Press

MENU

NEXT

LCD screen displays

Recalling Image

Please wait

then

IMG05.BMP

Recalled

Figure 14. Sequence for Recalling an Image

To remove an image from the display:

1. Press and release the Capture/Recall button. The LCD displays “IMAGE RECALL”.

2. Press Next. The LCD displays “Recall: <N/A>”.

3. With “Recall: <N/A>” displayed, press Next. The current image is removed from the

display, but not from the Annotator memory. To recall the image follow the steps
described in the “To recall an image” section on this page.

View Comm Settings

Within this menu the current IP settings are only viewable. To make any adjustments the
“hidden” Edit Comm Settings menu must be accessed (see below).

1. Press Next to go through each sublevel to view the following: Serial port (baud rate

and communication type), MAC address (cannot be changed), DHCP status (on or off),

IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address.

2. Press Next or Menu to return to the View Comm Settings menu.

To enter the “hidden” Edit Comms Settings menu, press and hold in the Detail and
Color/Tint buttons simultaneously, and then press the Next button. The Edit Comms

Settings menu appears.

Annotator • Operation 23

Edit Comm Settings

NOTES: • When entering this mode, the LCD menu displays the setting from

1. Press Next to go through each sublevel to edit the following: serial port settings, DHCP

(on or off), IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address.

NOTE: The hardware address (the MAC address) is hard coded and cannot be

2. At each level, use both Adjust knobs to set new values as desired. For example rotate

the left front panel Adjust knob ([) to adjust the baud rate (9600, 19200, 38400, or

115200), and rotate the right Adjust knob ({) to select the connection type
(RS-232/RS-422).

NOTES: • For IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address settings, the left

comm port 1. Changes made to the comm settings via the front
panel affects all the comm ports.

• The lower rear panel RS-232 port is designated as Comm 1, the upper
port is Comm 3, and the front panel config port is Comm 2.

changed. In edit mode the MAC address is not displayed.

Adjust knob moves between octets and the right Adjust knob changes
the values.

• Where already connected to a remote PC via LAN, changing the IP
address can result in the loss of connection.

• The Annotator default IP address is 198.162.254.254.

3. Press Next or Menu to exit the Edit Comm Settings menu, keeping the new settings

Exit Menu

Within this menu press Next to exit the menu system and return to the default display

cycle.

Annotator • Operation 24