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if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
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compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the “Extron Safety and
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This manual contains installation, configuration, and operating information for the
Extron ISS 408 Integration Seamless Switcher.
In this manual, the terms “switcher” and “ISS” are used interchangeably to refer to the
ISS 408.
About the Switcher
The ISS 408 is an eight-input, scaling, video and stereo or mono audio seamless switcher.
Figure 1, on the next page, shows a typical ISS 408 application. The switcher accepts high
resolution RGB video, YUV (component) video, S-video (Y/C), and composite video inputs;
scale the inputs; and output RGBHV or RGBS video and stereo audio. The ISS seamlessly
switches among the input sources without a loss of sync. The ISS can also mask the switch
between sources with a dissolve effect for a professional look.
Each video input is individually configurable to allow for different video formats. The ISS
allows analog RGBHV, RGBS, RGsB, and RGBcvS video, component video, S-video, and
composite video signals to be displayed on a device with a fixed resolution and aspect ratio,
such as a liquid crystal display (LCD) projector, digital light processor (DLP) projector, plasma
display, or digital visual interface (DVI) device.
The ISS provides two separate outputs: the program output and the preview output. The
program output is the picture the audience sees. The preview output allows the switcher
operator to view the image before it is sent to the program output. With an optional DVI
output card, the ISS converts the scaled image to DVI as an additional program output.
The switcher inputs all valid video signal formats on eight sets of five BNC connectors. The
ISS 408 scales the input up or down to a wide variety of output resolutions and rates. The
switcher outputs the scaled video, as RGBHV or RGBS, on two sets (program and preview)
of connectors. The program and preview outputs each consist of five BNC connectors and
a 15-pin HD connector. These connectors share identical outputs.
Several of the output resolutions and rates include the Extron Accu-RATE Frame Lock™
(AFL™), a proprietary technology that locks the output frame rate to the refresh rate of
input 1, solving the image tearing problem that can result from different input and output
rates. The ISS 408 features HDTV 576p, 720p, 1080p, and 1080i outputs.
ISS 408 Integrated Seamless Switcher • Introduction1
Extron
RS-232
ISS 408
DVD Player
VCR
Projector
Preview
Monitor
Program
Monitor
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LAN/WAN
Network/
Internet
Codec
Extron
RGB 109xi
Laptop
Podium PC
Figure 1. Typical ISS 408 Integration Seamless Switcher Application
The ISS receives and outputs audio on 5-pole captive screw connectors. The audio can
be switched with cross fading; the previous audio channel fading out and the new audio
channel fading in.
For upscaling, the ISS 408 converts the horizontal and vertical sync timing and the number
of lines of the lower-resolution video input to match the native resolution of the display. This
produces an undistorted, brighter picture than an unscaled input would.
For downscaling, the ISS 408 accepts any computer resolution, up to 1600 x 1200, with
horizontal scan rates up to 100 kHz and vertical scan rates up to 120 Hz, and converts the
input to match the native resolution of the display.
The switcher is ideal for displaying images on projectors with limited display resolutions,
such as LCD projectors, DLP projectors, plasma projectors, and (with an optional DVI card)
a DVI display or projector.
The switcher features built-in test patterns to aid in monitor or projector setup and
evaluation.
The switcher is housed in a rack-mountable, 3U high, 17.5” wide, metal enclosure. The
ISS has an internal 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, 30 watts power supply that provides
worldwide power compatibility.
ISS 408 Integrated Seamless Switcher • Introduction2
Features
• Inputs —
•Video inputs — The ISS switches among eight fully-configurable RGB, HDTV
component video, component video, S-video, and composite video inputs on five
BNC connectors per input.
•Audio inputs — The ISS switches among eight balanced or unbalanced stereo or
mono audio inputs on 5-pole captive screw connectors.
• Outputs —
•Standard video outputs — The ISS outputs individually scaled video signals as
RGBHV or RGBS. Two sets of BNC connectors and two 15-pin HD connectors are
provided. One set of BNC connectors and one 15-pin HD connector display the
program image, and the other set of BNC connectors and 15-pin HD connector
display the preview image.
•Optional DVI video output — If you install the optional DVI output card, a single
buffered DVI-D signal can be output as an additional program output image.
NOTE: For output resolutions with less than 1024 pixels horizontally, the
optional DVI program output’s true horizontal resolution is limited to 1024
pixels. For the 1365 x 1024, 1080p, and 1080i output resolutions, the
optional DVI program output’s true horizontal resolution is limited to 1280
pixels. The DVI card outputs all other selected resolutions normally (see the
table on page 20).
•Audio outputs — The ISS outputs the selected unamplified, line level, balanced or
unbalanced stereo or mono audio on 5-pole captive screw connectors.
•Accu-RATE Frame Lock (AFL) — This patented technology exclusive to Extron
solves frame rate conversion issues experienced by video scalers. When video input
and output refresh rates differ, occasionally the two rates cross over each other. The
result is a glitch or image freeze on the display. AFL solves this problem by locking
the output frame rate to the frame rate of input 1.
•Dynamic Motion Interpolation™ (DMI™) — This video processing technique
is an advanced motion prediction and compensation method that treats motion
content and still content with different algorithms to yield high fidelity images.
•3:2 pulldown detection for NTSC and 2:2 film detection for PAL video
sources — These advanced, patent pending, film mode processing features help
maximize image detail and sharpness for video sources that originated from film.
When film is converted to NTSC video, the film frame rate has to be matched to the
video frame rate in a process called 3:2 pulldown. Jaggies and other image artifacts
can result if conventional deinterlacing techniques are used on film-source video.
The ISS’s advanced film mode processing recognizes signals that originated from
film. The ISS then applies video processing algorithms that optimize the conversion
of video that was made with the 3:2 pulldown process. This results in richly detailed
images with sharply defined lines.
A similar process, 2:2 film detection, is used for PAL film-source video.
• Audio follow and breakaway — Audio switching can follow its corresponding video
input signal or it can be broken away from the video input. Audio breakaway switching
can be done via front panel control or under RS-232 or Ethernet remote control.
• Audio gain/attenuation — Users can set the input level of audio gain or attenuation
(-24 dB to +9 dB) via the RS-232 port, Ethernet link, or from the front panel. Individual
input audio levels can be adjusted so there are no noticeable volume differences
between sources.
ISS 408 Integrated Seamless Switcher • Introduction3
• Audio cross-fading — This transition technique is applied during switching to lower
the audio level of the switched out source while simultaneously raising the audio level of
the activated source.
• Ethernet port — Supports connection to an Ethernet LAN so that the switcher can be
accessed and operated from anywhere in the world with a computer using a standard
Internet browser.
• Quad-standard video decoder — The switcher uses a digital, four-line adaptive comb
filter that can decode NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, and SECAM.
• Transitions — Controls the type of switch that will occur between the preview and
program outputs. The Cut button creates an instant switch between the preview and
program outputs. The Dissolve button switches with a dissolve effect.
• Test patterns — The switcher features built-in test patterns to aid in monitor or
projector setup and evaluation.
• Blue mode — The switcher can be set to output the blue video signal and sync
signal(s) only, to help installers calibrate the monitor or projector.
• Triple-Action Switching™ (RGB delay) (preview output) — RGB delay mutes the
R, G, and B video planes to blank the preview screen while the scaler locks to the new
sync, so that a noise-filled scramble is not shown on the preview monitor during the
transition. The time delay between the RGB and sync signals is user adjustable up to
five seconds under front panel, Simple Instruction Set (SIS™), and Windows program
control.
• Auto memories — The 8 inputs support 16 auto-recall memories each, based on the
incoming frequency. Information on sizing, centering, detail, contrast, and brightness is
saved.
• Auto Image™ — The auto imaging feature automatically sizes and centers the selected
input to fill the screen. Auto imaging can be manually initiated on the current input, or
can be enabled to globally size and center each new input signal automatically.
• Memory presets — The ISS 408 has memory for up to 128 presets that allow the user
to use RS-232 commands to save and recall color, tint, contrast, brightness, centering,
sizing, and filtering information.
• Aspect ratio memories — Three memories for each input save different settings for
color, tint, contrast, brightness, detail, size, and centering.
• Freeze mode (under SIS and Windows program control only) — Locks the output
display to the selected image. Once frozen, an input can be removed without losing the
output image. This feature lets the ISS function as a still store.
• Rack mountable — The 3U high switcher can be mounted in any conventional 19 inch
wide rack.
ISS 408 Integrated Seamless Switcher • Introduction4
Installation
This section describes:
• Mounting the Switcher
• Cabling and Rear Panel View
• Configuration
Mounting the Switcher
Four uninstalled rubber feet are included with the switcher. If you are going to rack mount
the switcher, mount it before you cable it (see “Rack Mounting,” below), and do not install
the rubber feet. If you are not rack mounting the switcher, 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 switcher.
Rack Mounting
UL guidelines
The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) requirements pertain to the installation of the
switcher into a rack (see figure 2 on the next page).
• Elevated operating ambient temperature — If the equipment is installed in a closed
• Reduced air flow — Install the equipment in a rack so that the amount of air flow
• Mechanical loading — Mount the equipment in the rack so that a hazardous
• Circuit overloading — Connect the equipment to the supply circuit and consider the
• Reliable earthing (grounding) — Maintain reliable grounding of rack-mounted
or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment
may be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore, install the switcher in an
environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma = +122 °F,
+50 °C) specified by Extron.
required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
condition is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
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.
equipment. Pay particular attention to supply connections other than direct connections
to the branch circuit (that is, use of power strips).
ISS 408 Integrated Seamless Switcher • Installation5
Mounting instructions
BLACK
1
2 3
4
5
6 7
8 VIDEO
CUT
DISSOLVE
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
AUDIO
MUTE
COLOR/
TINT
BRT/
CONT
SIZE CENTER FILTER
ADJUST
MENU
NEXT
INPUTS
ISS 408
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4
H/HV
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5
H/HV
V
6
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7
H/HV
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R/R-Y
8
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
R/R-Y
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
R/R-Y
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
R/R-Y
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
R/R-Y
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
R/R-Y
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
R/R-Y
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
R/R-Y
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
H/HV
V
PROGRAM
OUTPUTS
PROGRAM
PREVIEW
RS-232
DVI OUT
PREVIEW
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V
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H/HV
V
ETHERNET
LINK
ACT
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45
To rack mount the switcher, use two screws on each end of the switcher to attach the
switcher to the rack (see figure 2).
Figure 2. Mounting the Switcher
Cabling and Rear Panel Views
All connectors are on the rear panel (see figure 3).
Figure 3. ISS 408 Rear Panel Connectors
Input Connections
a AC power connector — Plug a standard IEC power cord into this connector to
connect the switcher to a 100 to 240 VAC, 50 Hz or 60 Hz power source.
b Input video connectors — Connect computer or RGB video, component video,
S-video, or composite video sources to these female BNC connectors. Figure 4, on the
next page, shows how to connect the various video formats.
ISS 408 Integrated Seamless Switcher • Installation6
H/HV
RGBHV
Video
RGsB or
Component
Video
S-VideoComposite
Video
RGBS or
RGBcvS
Video
V
H/HV
V
H/HV
V
H/HV
V
H/HV
V
R/R-Y
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
R/R-Y
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
R/R-Y
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
R/R-Y
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
R/R-Y
G/Y
VID
B/C
B-Y
Figure 4. Connections for Various Input Video Formats
LR
Tip (+)
Sleeve ( )
Sleeve ( )
Ring (-)
Tip (+)
RCA Connector
3.5 mm Stereo Plug Connector
(balanced)
c Input audio connectors — Connect balanced or unbalanced stereo or mono audio
sources to these 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connectors. Connectors are included
with the seamless switcher, but you must supply the audio cable. Figure 5 shows how
to wire a connector for the appropriate input type.
Tip
LR
Tip
Sleeve
Tip
Sleeve
Do not tin the wires!
Unbalanced Stereo Input
Figure 5. Captive Screw Connector Wiring for Inputs
ATTENTION: The length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal length is 3/16 inch
(5 mm).
• If the stripped section of wire is longer than 3/16 inch, the exposed wires may
touch, causing a short circuit between them.
• If the stripped section of wire is shorter than 3/16 inch, wires can be easily
pulled out even if tightly fastened by the captive screws.
NOTE: When making connections for the seamless switcher from existing audio
cables (see figure 6). A mono audio connector consists of the tip and sleeve. A
stereo audio connector consists of the tip, ring, and sleeve. The tip, ring, and
sleeve wires are also shown on the captive screw audio connector diagram,
figure 5.
Ring
Sleeves
Tip
Ring
Balanced Stereo Input
Figure 6. Typical Audio Connectors
The audio level for each input can be individually set, via the front panel, the Ethernet
link, or the RS-232 link, to ensure that the level on the output does not vary from
input to input. See the applicable portions of the “Operation” section (see page 18),
“Programming Guide” section (see page 45), and “Switcher Software” section (see
page 54).
ISS 408 Integrated Seamless Switcher • Installation7
Standard Output Connections
H/HV
R
G
B
H/HV
RGBHV
Video
RGBS
Video
V
R
G
B
V
NOTE: The two Program video outputs, consisting of five BNC connectors and a 15-pin
HD connector, output the identical video signal and the same sync format. The two
Preview video outputs are also identical to each other.
The Program connectors (d) output the video image for the program monitor or projector.
The Preview connectors (e) output the video image for the local monitor.
de Preview and Program video output BNC connectors — Connect RGB video
displays to these female BNC connectors. Figure 7 shows how to connect the various
video formats.
Figure 7. BNC Output Connections for RGBHV and RGBS Video
Program and Preview video output 15-pin HD connectors — Connect RGB video
displays to these two female 15-pin HD connectors.
fg Preview and Program audio output connectors — Connect audio devices,
such as an audio amplifier or powered speakers, to these 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive
screw connectors. The connectors output the selected unamplified, line level audio. See
figure 8 to properly wire an output connector.
Do not tin the wires!
No Ground Here
Tip
Sleeves
Tip
No Ground Here
Unbalanced Stereo OutputBalanced Stereo Output
Tip
LR
Ring
Sleeves
Tip
Ring
LR
Figure 8. Captive Screw Connector Wiring for Audio Output
ATTENTION:
• For unbalanced audio, connect the sleeves to the ground contact. DO NOT
connect the sleeves to the negative (-) contacts.
• The length of exposed wires is critical. The ideal length is 3/16 inch (5 mm).
• If the stripped section of wire is longer than 3/16 inch, the exposed wires
may touch, causing a short circuit between them.
• If the stripped section of wire is shorter than 3/16 inch, wires can be easily
pulled out even if tightly fastened by the captive screws.
ISS 408 Integrated Seamless Switcher • Installation8
By default, the audio output follows the video switch. Audio breakaway, commanded via
the front panel, the Ethernet link, or the RS-232 link, allows you to select from any one
of the audio input sources. See the applicable portions of the “Operation” section (see
page 14), “Programming Guide” section (see page 41), “Switcher Software” section
(see page 54), and “HTML Operation” section (page 59).
Optional Output Connection
h DVI output connector (optional) — If the optional DVI output card is installed,
connect a DVI/DFP-compatible video display to this DVI connector. This connector
outputs the program image only.
NOTE: For output resolutions with less than 1024 pixels horizontally, the true
horizontal resolution of the optional DVI program output is limited to 1024 pixels.
For the 1365 x 1024, 1080p, and 1080i output resolutions, the optional DVI
program output’s true horizontal resolution is limited to 1280 pixels. The DVI
card outputs all other selected resolutions normally (see the table on page 20).
Ethernet connection
i Ethernet port — If desired, connect the switcher to an Ethernet LAN or WAN via this
RJ-45 connector. Ethernet control allows the operator to control the switcher from a
remote location. When connected to an Ethernet LAN or WAN, the switcher can be
accessed and operated from a computer running a standard Internet browser.
Ethernet connection indicators — The Link and Act LEDs indicate the status of the
Ethernet connection.
The Link LED indicates that the switcher is properly connected to an Ethernet LAN. This
LED should light steadily.
The Act LED indicates transmission of data packets on the RJ-45 connector. This LED
should flicker as the switcher communicates.
Cabling and RJ-45 connector wiring
It is vital that your Ethernet cables be the correct cables, and properly terminated with the
correct pinout.
Choosing a network cable
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
328’ (100 m).
NOTE:
• 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 ISS supports both 10 Mbps
(10Base-T — Ethernet) and 100 Mbps (100 Base-T — Fast Ethernet), half-duplex and fullduplex, Ethernet connections.
• 10 Base-T Ethernet requires at a minimum CAT 3 UTP or STP cable.
• 100 Base-T Fast Ethernet requires at a minimum CAT 5 UTP or STP cable.
ISS 408 Integrated Seamless Switcher • Installation9
Wiring the network cable
51
The cable can be terminated as either a patch cable or a crossover cable (see figure 9) and
must be properly terminated for your application:
• Patch (straight through) cable — Connection of the ISS to an Ethernet hub, router,
or switcher that also hosts a controlling computer
• Crossover cable — Direct connection between the ISS and a controlling computer
Pins:
12345678
Insert Twisted
Pair Wires
RJ-45
Connector
Figure 9. RJ-45 Connector Pinout Table
RS-232 Connection
Crossover CableStraight-through Cable
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 1End 2End 1End 2
Wire color
1
White-green
2
Green
3
White-orange
4
Blue
5
White-blue
6
Orange
7
White-brown
8
Brown
T568AT568B
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
Configuration
j Remote port — Connect a host device, such as a computer or touch panel control, to
the Integration Seamless Switcher via this 9-pin D connector for serial RS-232 control
(see figure 10).
RS-232 FunctionPin
1
—
2
TX
3
RX
4
—
5
Gnd
6
—
7
—
8
—
9
—
Figure 10. Remote Port Pin Assignments
The ISS can be configured using either the front panel controls, the SIS, or the Windows
Control program (see the “Operation” section on page 17, the “Programming Guide”
section on page 41, the “Switcher Software” section on page 52, and the “HTML
Operation” section on page 64).
Not used
Transmit data
Receive data
Not used
Signal ground
Not used
Not used
Not used
Not used
9
Female
1
6
Male
6
5
9
ISS 408 Integrated Seamless Switcher • Installation10
Operation
BLACK 12345678VIDEO
CUT
DISSOLVE
12345678AUDIO
MUTE
COLOR/
TINT
BRT/
CONT
SIZE CENTER FILTER
ADJUST
MENU NEXT
INPUTS
ISS 408
INTEGRATION SEAMLESS SWITCHER
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This section describes:
• Front Panel Controls and Indicators
• Front Panel Operations
• Optimizing the Video
• Optimizing the Audio
• Troubleshooting
Front Panel Controls and Indicators
All of the switcher controls and indicators are on the front panel (see figure 11). A label
window above the input buttons can be labeled with text and/or graphics. The 20 x 4 LCD
display indicates the switcher status, menu selections, the data rate, and the status of
additional system features.
Black/Mute, Input Selection, and Cut/Dissolve Controls
Figure 11. Integration Seamless Switcher Front Panel
a Black/Mute button and LEDs — The Black/Mute button switches the program
output to a black screen and/or muted audio. The black screen and/or mute audio
is deselected when a cut or dissolve is selected to switch the preview output to the
program output.
b Input selection buttons — The Input 1 through 8 buttons select the associated input
to scale and display on the preview monitor.
Input selection LEDs — The green Input 1 through 8 LEDs above the input buttons
indicate the video selection. The red Input 1 through 8 LEDs below the input buttons
indicate the audio selection.
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Flashing LEDs (green for video and red for audio) indicate the input selected for the
preview output. Solid LEDs indicate the input selected for the program output. If there
are no flashing LEDs, the same input is selected for the preview and program outputs.
c Video/Audio button — The Video/Audio button selects video, audio, video and audio,
Default
(Video &
Audio)
VIDEO
AUDIO
Video
only
VIDEO
AUDIO
Audio
only
VIDEO
AUDIO
None
VIDEO
AUDIO
Video &
Audio
VIDEO
AUDIO
Press
button
Press
button
Press
button
Press
button
LED key:
= on, = off
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(DVS 100)
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INPUTS
or neither for input selection.
Video and Audio LEDs — The green Video LED and red Audio LED indicate whether
video, audio, video and audio, or neither will be selected when you press the the Input
buttons and be indicated by the Input LEDs (b).
Figure 12 shows the sequence displayed by the LEDs when you cycle through video
and/or audio selection by pressing the Video/Audio button.
Figure 12. Video and/or Audio Selection Cycle
d Cut button — Pressing the Cut button causes the ISS to immediately switch the input
selected as the preview output to the program output, with no switching effects added.
If black screen and/or mute audio is selected for the program output, it is deselected
when a cut is selected.
Dissolve button — Pressing the Dissolve button causes the ISS to switch the input
selected as the preview output to the program output using the dissolve effect. If black
screen and/or mute audio is selected for the program output, it is deselected when a
dissolve is selected.
e Input label panel — This translucent panel can be removed and replaced to insert a
label behind the panel. To remove the panel, insert the Phillips-head end of an Extron
Tweeker or small Phillips-head screwdriver into the hole in one end of the panel, and
gently slide the tab on the edge of the panel out of the recess in the switcher housing.
Input labels can be created easily with Extron’s button label generator software, which
is shipped with every Extron ISS, or with any Brother® P-Touch™ labeler. Each input can
be labeled with names, alphanumeric characters, or even color bitmaps for easy and
intuitive input and output selection (see figure 13). See the “Button-Label Generator”
section on page 55 for details on using the label software and the “Button Labels”
section on page 78 for blank labels.
Figure 13. Sample Label
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Picture Adjustment and Menu System Controls
f Picture Adjustment buttons and LEDs — The picture adjustment buttons select
individual image adjustments that are adjusted using the Adjust and Adjust knobs
(i). The LEDs above these buttons light when the button is pressed (see “Picture
Adjustments“ on page 26).
Color/Tint control button — The Color/Tint button selects the display color and tint
adjustments. The color adjustment range is from 0 to 127. The tint adjustment range is
from 0 to 255.
NOTE: The Color/Tint control affects only composite video and S-video inputs.
Brightness/Contrast control button — The Brightness/Contrast button selects the
display brightness and contrast adjustments. The adjustment range for both brightness
and contrast is from 0 to 63 (see “Picture Adjustments“ on page 26).
Size control button — The Size button selects the display size adjustment.
The adjustment range depends on the output resolution selected (see “Picture
Adjustments“ on page 26).
Center control button — The Center button selects the display centering adjustment.
The adjustment range depends on the output resolution selected.
Filter control (Detail) button — The Detail button selects the display image detail
(sharpness) adjustment. There are separate horizontal and vertical filters for RGB
and component video. There is a single filter for S-video and composite video. The
sharpness adjustment compensates for long cable runs.
•For RGB and component video, the Adjust knob controls the horizontal filter
and the Adjust knob controls the vertical filter. The adjustment range for the
horizontal filter is from 0 to 3. The adjustment range for the vertical filter is from 0
to7.
•For S-video and composite video, either Adjust knob controls the filter setting.
The range of the adjustment is from 0 to 7.
g Status display — The 20-column by 4-line LCD displays configuration menus and
status information. See “Front Panel Operations” on the next page for details.
h Menu button — The Menu button enters and moves through the main menu system in
the ISS. See “Front Panel Operations” on the next page for details.
Next button — The Next button steps through the submenus in the ISS menu system.
See “Front Panel Operations” on the next page for details.
i Adjust (horizontal) and Adjust (vertical) knobs — The Adjust and Adjust
knobs change settings when used in conjunction with the picture adjustment buttons
or the menu system. Rotate these knobs to change picture settings when one of the
picture adjustment buttons is selected. In the menu system, rotate these knobs to scroll
through the selection options and make adjustments.
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Front Panel Operations
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Preview #3 S-Video
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Output Rate
1280 x 1024 @ 60
Power
on
Default Display Cycle
VIDEO
AUDIO
Press the button to cycle
through the selections.
The video LED lights green
when video is selected.
The audio LED lights red
when audio is selected.
The following paragraphs detail the power-up process and then describe input selection,
preset selection, Auto-Imaging, and then details the menu system, the picture adjustments,
and selection of executive mode.
Power-on Indications
Power is automatically applied when the power cord is connected to an AC source. When
AC power is applied, the switcher performs a self-test that blinks all of the front panel LEDs
and then lights only the LEDs for the inputs previously selected for the preview output
(blinking LED[s]) and program output (solid LED[s]). The self-test also displays the model
name, part number, and the firmware version in the LCD display. After approximately 2
seconds, the LCD reverts to its default display cycle, alternating between two displays: one
showing the selected program and preview inputs and their rates, and the other showing
the selected output rate (see figure 14). An error-free power up self-test sequence leaves all
of the LEDs off, with the exception of the selected input’s LED, and the LCD cycling through
the default displays.
The selected preview and program inputs, the picture adjustments, and other current
settings are saved in nonvolatile memory. When power is applied, the latest configuration is
retrieved.
NOTE: On figure 14 and all other flowcharts in this chapter, solid lines indicate screen
changes initiated by the operator. Dashed lines indicate screen changes that are the
result of a timeout function.
Figure 14. LCD Power Up and Default Display Cycle
Selecting an Input and Switching It to the Program Output
1. Press and release the Video/Audio button as necessary to select either video and audio,
video only, or audio only (see figure 15).
Figure 15. Selecting Video and Audio
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2. Press and release an input button (see figure 16).
Press and release the Input 3 button.
The Input 3 video (upper) LED and Input 3 audio (lower) LED
blink to indicate that the video and audio inputs are selected,
the video is scaled, and output as the preview output.
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CUT
DISSOLVE
The Input 6 video (upper) LED and Input 6 audio (lower) LED
remain lit steadily to indicate that the video and audio inputs
are selected, the video is scaled, and output as the program
output.
LED key:
= on, = blinking, = off
Figure 16. Selecting an Input
3. Press and release either the Cut or Dissolve button.
Cut button — The ISS immediately switches the input selected as the preview output
to the program output, with no switching effects added (see figure 17).
CUT
Press and release the Cut button.
The Input 3 video (upper) LED and Input 3 audio (lower) LED
immediately light steadily to indicate that the video and audio
inputs are selected, the video is scaled, and output as the
program output.
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345678AUDIO
The Input 6 video (upper) LED and Input 6 audio (lower) LED go
out to indicate that the video and audio inputs are deselected.
LED key:
= on, = off
Figure 17. Cutting to the Selected Input
Dissolve button — The ISS switches the input selected as the preview output to the
program output using the dissolve effect (see figure 18).
DISSOLVE
Press and release the Dissolve button.
After a user-defined interval, the Input 3 video (upper) LED
and Input 3 audio (lower) LED light steadily to indicate that
the video and audio inputs are selected, the video is scaled,
and output as the program output.
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345678AUDIO
The Input 6 video (upper) LED and Input 6 audio (lower) LED go
out to indicate that the video and audio inputs are deselected.
LED key:
= on, = off
Figure 18. Dissolving to the Selected Input
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Recalling a User Preset
There are three user presets per input. The presets save color, tint, contrast, brightness,
detail, sizing, and centering settings. See User Presets menu, on page 25, to save
and erase presets. Cycle through and recall these memories by repeatedly pressing the
appropriate input button. The LCD panel identifies the recalled preset (see figure 19).
3
Press Button
3
Press Button
3
3
Press Button
3
User Preset #2
Recalled
Figure 19. Recalling User Presets
Auto Imaging an Input
The auto imaging feature automatically sizes and centers the selected input to fill the
screen. Command the auto imaging feature for a specific input by pressing and holding
the appropriate input button until the LCD displays the message Auto Image Input #n.
Release the input button then press and release the input button again. The LCD displays
AutoSizing and Centering Please Wait... until the operation is complete.
Alternatively, using the menu system, you can set this feature to apply the Auto Image
adjustments to every input as it is selected (see Auto Imaging and Auto Memories
submenu, on page 23).
3
User Preset #3
Recalled
3
User Preset #1
Recalled
3
User Preset #2
Recalled
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Menu System Overview
Figure 20 shows a flowchart of the main menus in the menu system.
Power
on
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Seamless Switcher
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Default
Cycle
Menu
10 sec.
Video & Audio
Configuration
Menu
Menu
10 sec.
Output
Configuration
User Presets
Menu
Menu
Press Next to Exit
10 sec.
Advanced
Configuration
Exit Menu
Menu
10 sec.10 sec.
Next
Figure 20. 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.
Pressing the Next button during input configuration causes the current input’s number
and format type to be displayed on the LCD.
• Adjust and Adjustknobs — When a submenu is active, rotate the Adjust
knob and Adjust knob to scroll through the submenu options and select a setting.
Refer to the flowcharts in this chapter and to specific sections for explanations on knob
adjustments.
NOTES:
• If you press the Menu button while a main menu or a submenu is active, the
next main menu becomes active. For example, the display changes from the
Video & Audio Configuration main menu or the Input Configuration submenu
to the Output Configuration main menu.
• To return to the default screens, let the switcher remain idle for 10 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 10 seconds of inactivity, the ISS saves all
adjustment settings and times out to the default LCD display cycle.
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Video & Audio Configuration menu
Figure 21 is a flowchart that shows an overview of the Video and Audio Configuration menu
and the available settings.
Default
Cycle
Menu
Video & Audio
Configuration
Configuration
Advanced
Configuration
User Presets
Menu
Exit Menu
Press Next to Exit
Next
Menu
Output
Menu
Menu
Menu
10 sec. 10 sec.
Next
Input Configuration:
Select an input to configure
by pressing an Input button.
Rotate the knob to select
the video type.
Input video type
• RGB • Betacam 60
• RGBcvS • HDTV
• YUVi • S-video
• YUVp • Composite
• Betacam 50
Next
Video/Audio Config
Input #1 Composite
Menu
Audio #3 Level -12db
1
1
Input Configuration:
If necessary, select
another input and
repeat.
Rotate the knob to select
the audio level.
Input audio level
-24dB to +9dB
Figure 21. Video and Audio Configuration Menu Flowchart
NOTE: The audio is broken
away in this example.
2
Input Configuration submenu
Select an input to configure by pressing and releasing an input button. Rotate the Adjust
knob while in the Input Configuration submenu to select the correct video format (RGB,
RGBcvS, YUVi, YUVp, Betacam 50, Betacam 60, HDTV, S-video, or composite video) for
the selected input. Rotate the Adjust knob to select the audio gain or attenuation value,
from –24 dB to +9 dB. The defaults for each input are RGB video and a 0 dB audio level.
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Output Configuration menu
Figure 22 is a flowchart that shows an overview of the Output Configuration menu, the
submenus, and the available settings.
Default
Cycle
Menu
10 sec.
Video & Audio
Configuration
Configuration
Configuration
User Presets
Menu
Press Next to Exit
Menu
Output
Menu
Advanced
Menu
Menu
Exit Menu
Next
NextNextNext
Output resolutions
See the table on the
next page for available
combinations of
resolutions and refresh
rates.
Default: 1024x768, 60 Hz
Output Resolution
Output frequencies
NOTE: Lock = AFL
10 sec.
1280 x 1024
Refresh Rate
60 Hz
Output Sync Type
RGBHV
Sync Polarity
H Neg V Pos
Output signal format
• RGBHV
• RGBS
10 sec.
Polarity combinations
• H-/V- (default)
• H-/V+
Menu
• H+/V-
• H+/V+
Figure 22. Output Configuration Menu Flowchart
Output Resolution submenu
Rotate the Adjust knob while this submenu is active to select one of the available output
resolutions.
Rotate the Adjust knob while in this submenu to select one of the available refresh (vertical
scanning) rates. Selecting Lock enables the Extron Accu-RATE Frame Lock (AFL) feature.
Accu-RATE Frame Lock eliminates image tearing and other artifacts of scaling motion video
by eliminating frame rate conversion. It exactly matches the output rate of the ISS to the
frame rate of input 1. Select this feature if you will be using motion video sources with a
display that is capable of a variety of refresh rates. AFL is compatible with 50 Hz and 60 Hz
only.
The default resolution and rate is 1024 x 768 @ 60 Hz.
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Resolution
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••
50 Hz56 Hz60 Hz75 Hz85 Hz
Lock at 50/60 HzActual DVI output
✝
640 x 480
800 x 600
832 x 624
848 x 480
852 x 480
1024 x 768*
1280 x 768*
1200 x 800*1200 x 800
1280 x 1024*
1360 x 765*
1365 x 768*
1366 x 768*
1365 x 1024
1400 x 1050*
576p HDTV*
720p* HDTV @ 60 Hz only
1080p HDTV @ 60 Hz only
1080i HDTV
* Native DVI output resolution
✝✝ The output refresh rate is auto-selected, based on the video refresh rate of input 1.
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1024 x 600
1024 x 624
1024 x 480
1024 x 480
1024 x 768
1280 x 768
1280 x 1024
1360 x 765
1365 x 768
1366 x 768
1280 x 1024
1400 x 1050
720 x 576
1280 x 720
1280 x 1080
1280 x 540
NOTES:
• For output resolutions with less than 1024 pixels horizontally, the optional
DVI output is limited to a true horizontal resolution of 1024 pixels. The vertical
resolution is the selected vertical resolution. For these resolutions, the ISS DVI
output is 1024 x {selected vertical size}. For example, if the output resolution is set
to 640 x 480, the DVI output card’s actual resolution is 1024 × 480.
• For the 1365 x 1024, 1080p, and 1080i output resolutions, the optional DVI output
is limited to a true horizontal resolution of 1280 pixels. For these resolutions,
the ISS DVI output is 1280 x {selected vertical size}. For example, if the output
resolution is set to 1080p, the DVI output card’s actual resolution is 1280 x 1080.
• The DVI card outputs all other selected resolutions normally.
• Resolutions marked with an asterisk (*) in the table above are native DVI outputs;
the DVI output fully supports the selected horizontal and vertical resolution. The
DVI output resolution for these rates exactly matches the analog resolution.
Sync Type and Polarity submenu
Rotate the Adjust knob while in this submenu to select the output video type (RGBHV or
RGBS).
The display or projector may require a particular combination of horizontal (H) and vertical
(V) sync signal polarities. Select the appropriate combination of positive or negative H and V
sync by rotating the Adjust knob.
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