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FPS Image AnyPlace IA-200 User Manual

Image AnyPlace IA-200
User’s Manual
Version 1.01
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Copyright © 2009 Flexible Picture Systems All Rights Reserved.
The information contained in this document is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved by Flexible Picture Systems.
Product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective companies.
Flexible Picture Systems and Image AnyPlace are trademarks or registered trademarks of Flexible Picture Systems.
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Contact Information
Address Flexible Picture Systems
174 West Beaver Creek Rd Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1B4, Canada Tel: 905-707-1664
Fax: 905-707-2304 Website Technical Support E-mail: support@flexiblepicturesystems.com
http://flexiblepicturesystems.com/
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Revision History
Version Date Description
1.01 March 8, 2009 Initial release.
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Table of Contents
Preface.........................................................................................................................................7
Limited Warranty...................................................................................................................................7
Return Material Authorization (RMA)............................................................................................7
FCC Statement .......................................................................................................................................7
Safety 8
Disconnecting Instructions...................................................................................................................11
1 Introduction...........................................................................................................................12
1.1 General Description......................................................................................................................12
1.2 Product Variations and Nomenclature .........................................................................................14
1.3 Features and Specifications..........................................................................................................15
1.3.1 Video and Audio Signals..................................................................................................15
1.3.2 Video and Audio Processing Capability...........................................................................15
1.3.3 Controls.............................................................................................................................16
1.3.4 Physical Characteristics....................................................................................................16
1.3.5 Panel Diagrams.................................................................................................................16
2 Installation and Operating Environment ............................................................................17
2.1 Setting up Your IA-200................................................................................................................17
2.2 Standby Mode ..............................................................................................................................17
2.3 Software Operating Environment.................................................................................................17
2.3.1 IA-200 Users (Keystone Correction Only).......................................................................17
2.3.2 Router Manager ................................................................................................................17
2.3.3 IA-200 Control Tool.........................................................................................................18
2.3.4 eWarp Designer 200 .........................................................................................................18
2.3.5 Edge Blending Utility 200................................................................................................18
2.3.6 Updater..............................................................................................................................18
3 User Interface........................................................................................................................19
3.1 IR Remote Control.......................................................................................................................19
3.1.1 OSD Navigation Buttons..................................................................................................20
3.1.2 Video Source Selection Buttons .......................................................................................20
3.1.3 IA-200 Special Feature Selection Buttons........................................................................20
3.2 Operational Modes.......................................................................................................................20
4 On Screen Display................................................................................................................25
4.1 OSD Menu Structure....................................................................................................................25
5 Keystone and Geometry Correction...................................................................................36
5.1 Operation of Keystone Control....................................................................................................36
5.2 User Warp Maps...........................................................................................................................36
6 Aspect Ratio Treatment .......................................................................................................38
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6.1 Aspect Ratio Treatments..............................................................................................................38
6.1.1 Supported Aspect Ratios...................................................................................................38
6.1.2 Aspect Ratio Treatments Objectives.................................................................................39
6.1.3 Input and Output Combinations........................................................................................40
7 Input Modes Supported .......................................................................................................45
8 Latency Considerations.......................................................................................................47
8.1 Low Latency Mode Configuration...............................................................................................47
9 Glossary................................................................................................................................49
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Preface
These sections provide information you must read before using the IA-200.
Limited Warranty
All Flexible Picture Systems products are designed and tested to the highest standards and backed by a one year parts and labor warranty. Warranties are effective upon the first delivery date to the customer and are non-transferable.
Warranty related repairs include parts and labor, but do not include repair of faults resulting from user negligence, special modifications, abuse (mechanical damage), shipping damage, and/or other unusual damages.
The customer shall pay shipping charges when the unit is returned for repair. Flexible Picture Systems will pay shipping charges for return shipments to customers.
Flexible Picture Systems does not assume responsibility for consequential damages, expenses or loss of revenue, inconvenience or interruption in operation experienced by the customer. Warranty service shall not automatically extend the warranty period.
No other warranty, expressed or implied, shall apply.
Return Material Authorization (RMA)
In the event that a product needs to be returned for repair, call Flexible Picture Systems at 905­707-1664 and ask for an Applications Engineer to issue a Return Material Authorization number, or send an e-mail to
RMA Conditions
Refer to these conditions when returning a product:
• Prior to returning any item, you must receive a Return Material Authorization (RMA)
number.
• All RMA numbers must appear on the return-shipping label.
• All RMA numbers are valid for ten (10) days from the issue date.
• All shipping and insurance charges in all RMAs must be prepaid by the customer.
support@flexiblepicturesystems.com.
FCC Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
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against harmful interference in a residential/office installation. The equipment generates and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced Radio/TV technician for help.
• Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Safety
Take note of all the safety instructions presented in this section before using the IA-200.
Warnings and Warning Symbols
The Lightning Flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated
"dangerous voltage" within the product enclosure, voltage that may be of
sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
Warning! To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain
or moisture and objects filled with liquids, such as vases, should not be placed on this apparatus.
Warning! This apparatus is intended to be connected to a power outlet that includes a
protective earthing connection (i.e. a third pin ground). do not remove the third pin of the power cable or connect the unit in any way that does not connect this pin to ground.
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Important Safety Label Information
A label indicating important safety information is located on the bottom surface of the IA-200.
Important Safety Instructions
General
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Take note of all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
Installation
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type 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 and 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.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified 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.
Operation
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• 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.
Installation
Attachments
Do not use attachments not recommended by the manufacturer, as they may result in the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons.
Water and Moisture
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Do not use this unit near water; for example, near a bathtub, washbasin, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, water spa, or the like.
Heat
Do not use this unit near sources of heat, including heating vents, stoves, or other appliances that generate heat. Also, do not place this product in temperature environments greater than 45ºC (104ºF).
Mounting Surface
If not installing the unit in a standard equipment rack using the recommended mounting brackets, place the unit on a flat, even surface. Do not place the unit on an unstable cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table. The unit may fall causing serious injury to a person and/or serious damage to the appliance.
Portable Cart
An appliance and cart combination should be moved with extreme care. Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and cart combination to overturn.
Ventilation
Locate the unit with adequate space around it so that proper heat ventilation is assured. Allow 10 cm (4 in) clearance from the rear and top of the unit, and 5 cm (2 in) from each side.
Slots and Openings
Slots and openings in the unit's case are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the unit and to prevent overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by operating the unit while placed on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar surface. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless adequate ventilation is provided.
Entry of Foreign Objects and Liquids
Never push foreign objects of any kind into this unit through the ventilation slots as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-circuit electrical/electronic parts that could result in fire, or electric shock, or both. Never spill liquid of any kind onto the unit.
Electric Power
Only operate the unit from the type of electric power source indicated on the unit's labeling. If you are not sure of the type of power supply that is available in your home or workplace, consult your appliance supplier or local power company.
Grounding or Polarization
This unit is provided with a 3-pin, grounded, alternating current line plug. This plug will fit into the power outlet only one way. This is a safety feature. Do not try to defeat the safety purpose of the plug.
Power Cord Protection
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Route power supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by placing items upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the product.
Overloading
Do not overload wall power outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles as this can result in a risk of fire or electric shock.
Lightning
For added protection for this unit during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the power outlet. This will prevent damage to the unit due to lightning or power surges.
Maintenance
Cleaning
Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Only use a soft cloth dampened with a mild detergent solution. Do not use strong solvents such as alcohol, benzene, or paint thinner.
Damage Requiring Service
Unplug this unit from the power outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
• When the power cord or plug is damaged.
• If liquid has been spilled or foreign objects have fallen into the unit.
• If the unit has been exposed to rain or water.
• If the unit does not operate normally, following the operating instructions. Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage and may require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the unit to normal operation.
• If the unit has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
• When the unit exhibits a distinct change in performance—this indicates a need for service.
Warning! Do not attempt to service this unit yourself as opening or removing covers
may expose you to dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Disconnecting Instructions
In the event that power needs to be quickly disconnected from the IA-200 Processor, the user may separate the power cable from the processor at the power entry module by firmly grasping the power cable and pulling until the cable comes free.
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1 Introduction
1.1 General Description
The Image AnyPlace IA-200 is a high performance video signal processor intended for use in Pro AV applications. In addition to top ranked scaler features, the IA-200 adds Keystone Correction capability (i. e. the ability to correct for the distortion caused by projecting off-axis onto a flat screen). Variations on the IA-200 design add Image Geometry Correction (ability to correct for projection onto a curved or irregular screen) and Edge Blending (the ability to invisibly blend the overlapping output of 2 projectors) to the product. All IA-200 processors can be updated in the field to add Image Geometry Correction and/or Edge Blending. Choosing the SDI option (available at slight extra cost at the time of purchase) enables the user to add HD-SDI (and SDI) input capability.
As a Scaler, the IA-200 offers the top quality image scaling provided by the Silicon Optix Realta IC. All popular resolutions are supported on both input and output. In addition, the IA-200 functions as a switcher, supporting several different signal input types (see section 1.3.1).
As a Keystone Corrector, the IA-200 enables precision Keystone Correction for projection onto any flat screen. All flat screen Keystone adjustments may be made with just 4 corner controls internally available from the OSD (i. e. the user adjusts each corner of the projected image to match the desired projection area in real time). In addition to off axis distortion, this approach also simultaneously corrects for Screen/Projector Rotation, Screen Slant, and incorrect Screen Aspect Ratio. The IA-200’s sub-pixel precision makes it an ideal choice of multiple projector applications such as Projector Stacking for added brightness, and 2 projector 3D applications.
As a Geometry Correcter, the IA-200_EX extends precision Geometry Correction to image shaping onto curved, spherical and even irregular screens. The IA-200_EX accomplishes this sophisticated Geometry Correction using the eWarp Designer 200 PC based program. eWarp Designer 200 enables the user to precisely shape the screen using a flexible grid
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As an Edge Blender, IA-200_BEX adds Edge Blending to Keystone Correction and Geometry Correction. Any number of projectors’ output may be blended on any type of surface. Edge Blending is controlled by the Edge Blending 200 PC based program.
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For Image AnyPlace IA-100 users: IA-100 grid files larger than 7x9 are compatible with IA-200; use the internal 4
point method of IA-200’s for 4 point Keystone Correction.
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Figure 1: IA-200 Video Processor
In addition to its professional grade Scaler features and its unique Keystone Correction and Geometry Correction and Edge Blending, the IA-200 adds HQV technology video processing features to all video signals. Initially conceived in the military research labs of Lockheed Martin and then refined and commercialized by Teranex and Silicon Optix, HQV video processing has been the technology of choice of film and video professionals in broadcast and studio environments for years. HQV signal processing includes the following powerful features:
• State-of-the-art, motion-adaptive de-interlacing for both SDTV and HDTV
• Temporal Recursive Noise Reduction
• Codec Noise Reduction (includes mosquito noise reduction and block artifact removal)
• Detail Enhancement
• Fully-automatic detection and correction for multiple film/video cadences (3:2, 2:2, vari-
speed, 6:4, 8:7, etc.)
• Brightness-Contrast Enhancement
• Color Space Conversion and Color Temperature Adjustment
For more information on HQV technology, visit
http://www.hqv.com.
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Figure 2: Typical IA-200 Application
IA-200 is controlled through a simple 20-button IR remote control unit (see navigation keys bring access to a simple, yet elegant OSD (On Screen Display). Video input device selection is accomplished using dedicated IR remote buttons. Access to the HQV features is also provided through dedicated IR remote buttons.
IA-200 provides the professional user with flexible control methodologies of RS-232, USB, and Ethernet. For details on the control programming protocol, refer to the IA-200 Programming Manual.
IA-200 is implemented in a compact and attractive desktop package that can be rapidly fitted to a standard 19" rack using a separately ordered rack mounting kit, part number IA-200_RM.
1.2 Product Variations and Nomenclature
The IA-200 product has several different variations, described below: IA-200 IA-200 scaler with Keystone Correction. Keystone Correction is
implemented internally. No PC software is required. IA-200_EX Adds Geometry Correction to the IA-200. Geometry Correction is
implemented with the eWarp Designer 200 software (which creates the
grid based Warp Maps, and downloads them to the IA-200 hardware).
eWarp Designer 200 access is enabled through a serial number based
key, which is permanently stored (in the manufacturing process or by
field upgrade) on the IA-200 hardware. If you have an IA-200 and you
would like to add Geometry Correction, you can purchase an
IA-200_eWARP_Key. IA-200_BEX Adds Edge Blending capability to the IA-200_EX. Blending is
implemented with the Edge Blending Utility 200 software (which creates
Figure 5). Simple
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the blend regions, and downloads them to the IA-200 hardware). Edge
Blending Utility 200 access is enabled through a serial number based
key, which is permanently stored (in the manufacturing process or by
field upgrade) on the IA-200 hardware. If you have an IA-200 or IA-
200_EX and you would like to add Edge Blending, you can purchase an
IA-200_EB_Key. The Edge Blending Key is different than the eWarp
Key. The IA-200_BEX product definition includes both Keys. IA-200_XXX_SDI Any of the IA-200 options can be ordered with or without SDI (actually
HD-SDI, but accepts SDI as well). Since the SDI option involves
hardware (i.e. connectors and components that are loaded or not at the
time of manufacture), no field upgrade is possible.
1.3 Features and Specifications
1.3.1 Video and Audio Signals
Table 1: Video and Audio Signals (see section 5 for resolution range) Signal Type Input Output
Video
Audio
• Composite Video (NTSC, PAL, and
SECAM)
• S-Video (NTSC and PAL)
• Component (YPbPr for SDTV and HDTV in
American and European formats)
• Analog RGB (VGA to SXGA60Hz)
• DVI (VGA to QXGA)
• HDMI
• SDI (including HD-SDI and audio) (included
with SDI option only)
• S/PDIF
• Toslink
• HDMI
1.3.2 Video and Audio Processing Capability
These are the video and audio features supported:
• Scaling
• Extreme Keystone Correction (+/- 40º horizontal, +/- 30º vertical)
• Geometry Correction for projection on curved or irregular surfaces (with EX versions)
• Edge Blending for blending multiple projectors’ output (BEX versions)
• Audio Delay
• Input Switching
• Aspect Ratio Correction
• HQV Video Processing
• Analog RGB (VGA to
UXGA)
• DVI (VGA to QXGA)
• HDMI
• S/PDIF
• Toslink
• HDMI
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