Ross Carbonite Black Series Setup Manual
Carbonite Black
Setup Manual
v12.0
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Document Information
• Ross Part Number: 4804DR-120-12.0
• Release Date: June, 2016. Printed in Canada
• Equipment: This document applies to the Carbonite
Black (4804AR-200-xx) and Carbonite Black+
(4804AR-202-xx) frames.
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Important Regulatory and Safety
Notices to Service Personnel
Before using this product and any associated equipment,
refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” listed in
the front of this manual to avoid personnel injury and to
prevent product damage.
Product may require specic equipment, and/or
installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy certain
regulatory compliance requirements. Notices have been
included in this publication to call attention to these
specic requirements.
Symbol Meanings
Protective Earth: This symbol identifies a Protective
Earth (PE) terminal, which is provided for connection
of the supply system's protective earth (green or
green/yellow) conductor.
Important: This symbol on the equipment refers you
to important operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions within the Product Manual Documentation.
Failure to heed this information may present a major
risk of damage or injury to persons or equipment.
Warning: The symbol with the word “Warning” within
the equipment manual indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
Caution: The symbol with the word “Caution” within
the equipment manual indicates a potentially
hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.
Warning Hazardous Voltages: This symbol is
intended to alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of shock to persons.
ESD Susceptibility: This symbol is used to alert the
user that an electrical or electronic device or assembly
is susceptible to damage from an ESD event.
Important Safety Instructions
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Warning: Read these instructions.
Keep these instructions.
Heed all warnings.
Follow all instructions.
Do not use this apparatus near water.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
Do not install near heat sources such as radiators,
heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including
ampliers) 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 third prong is provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not t 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 specied by the
manufacturer.
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Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
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when unused for long periods of time.
Refer all servicing to qualied service personnel.
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Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as when the 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.
Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or
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splashing, and ensure that no objects lled with
liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
To completely disconnect this apparatus from the
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AC Mains, disconnect the power supply cord plug
from the AC receptacle.
The mains plug of the power supply cord shall
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remain readily operable.
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Warning: Indoor Use: To reduce the risk of fire
or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus
to rain or moisture.
The safe operation of this product requires that a
protective earth connection be provided. A
grounding conductor in the equipment's supply cord
provides this protective earth. To reduce the risk of
electrical shock to the operator and service
personnel, this ground conductor must be connected
to an earthed ground.
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Warning: This apparatus, when equipped with
multiple power supplies, can generate high
leakage currents. To reduce the risk of electric
shock, ensure that each individual supply cord
is connected to its own separate branch circuit
with an earth connection.
Caution: These service instructions are for use
by qualified service personnel only. To reduce
the risk of electric shock, do not perform any
servicing other than that contained in the
operating instructions unless you are qualified
to do so.
Service barriers within this product are intended to
protect the operator and service personnel from
hazardous voltages. For continued safety, replace
all barriers after servicing.
Certain parts of this equipment still present a safety
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hazard with the power switch in the OFF position.
To avoid electrical shock, disconnect all A/C power
cords from the chassis' rear appliance connectors
before servicing.
This product contains safety critical parts, which, if
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incorrectly replaced, may present a risk of re or
electrical shock. Components contained within the
product's power supplies and power supply area are
not intended to be customer-serviced and should be
returned to the factory for repair.
To reduce the risk of re, replacement fuses must
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be the same type and rating.
Use only power cords specied for this product and
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certied for the country of use.
The safe operation of this equipment requires that
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the user heed and adhere to all installation and
servicing instruction contained within the
equipment's Setup Manuals.
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Warning: This product includes an “Ethernet
Port” which allows this product to be connected
to a local area network (LAN). Only connect to
networks that remain inside the building. Do not
connect to networks that go outside the building.
Caution: This apparatus contains a Lithium
battery, which if replaced incorrectly, or with an
incorrect type, may cause an explosion. Replace
only with a CR2032 coin type lithium battery.
Dispose of used batteries according to the
manufacturer's instruction by qualified service
personnel.
EMC Notices
United States of America — FCC Part 15
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. These 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.
Important: Changes or modifications to this
equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video
Limited could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
Canada
This Class “A” digital apparatus complies with Canadian
ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe « A » est conforme
a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
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Europe
This equipment is in compliance with the essential
requirements and other relevant provisions of CE
Directive 93/68/EEC.
International
This equipment has been tested to CISPR 22:1997 along
with amendments A1:2000 and A2:2002, and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A Digital device.
Important: This is a Class A product. In domestic
environments, this product may cause radio
interference, in which case the user may have to take
adequate measures.
General Handling Guidelines
• Careful handling, using proper ESD precautions, must
be observed.
• Power down the system before PCB removal.
A Word About Static Discharge
Throughout the many procedures in this manual, please
observe all static discharge precautions.
Caution: Avoid handling the switcher circuit boards
in high static environments such as carpeted areas,
and when synthetic fiber clothing is worn. Touch the
frame to dissipate static charge before removing
boards from the frame, and exercise proper grounding
precautions when working on circuit boards. Exercise
proper grounding precautions when working on circuit
boards.
This warranty is void if products are subjected to misuse,
neglect, accident, improper installation or application,
or unauthorized modication.
In no event shall Ross Video Limited be liable for direct,
indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages
(including loss of prot). Implied warranties, including
that of merchantability and tness for a particular
purpose, are expressly limited to the duration of this
warranty.
This warranty is TRANSFERABLE to subsequent
owners, subject to Ross Video's notication of change
of ownership.
Environmental Information
The equipment that you purchased required the
extraction and use of natural resources for its
production. It may contain hazardous substances that
could impact health and the environment.
To avoid the potential release of those substances into
the environment and to diminish the need for the
extraction of natural resources, Ross Video encourages
you to use the appropriate take-back systems. These
systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials from
your end-of-life equipment in an environmentally friendly
and health conscious manner.
The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use
these systems.
Warranty and Repair Policy
Ross Video Limited (Ross) warrants its switchers and
related options, to be free from defects under normal use
and service for a period of ONE YEAR from the date of
shipment. Fader handle assemblies are warranted for the
life of the product. If an item becomes defective within
the warranty period Ross will repair or replace the
defective item, as determined solely by Ross.
Warranty repairs will be conducted at Ross, with all
shipping FOB Ross dock. If repairs are conducted at the
customer site, reasonable out-of-pocket charges will
apply. At the discretion of Ross, and on a temporary loan
basis, plug in circuit boards or other replacement parts
may be supplied free of charge while defective items
undergo repair. Return packing, shipping, and special
handling costs are the responsibility of the customer.
Software upgrades for switchers may occur from time to
time, and are determined by Ross Video. The upgrades
are posted on the Ross Video website, and are free of
charge for the life of the switcher.
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and recycling systems, please contact your local or
regional waste administration.
You can also contact Ross Video for more information
on the environmental performances of our products.
Company Address
Ross Video Limited — 8 John Street Iroquois, Ontario,
Canada, K0E 1K0
Ross Video Incorporated — P.O. Box 880, Ogdensburg,
New York, USA, 13669-0880
(+1)613-652-4886General Business
Ofce:
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Technical Support
At Ross Video, we take pride in the quality of our
products, but if a problem does occur, help is as close as
the nearest telephone.
Our 24-Hour Hot Line service ensures you have access
to technical expertise around the clock. After-sales
service and technical support are provided directly by
Ross Video personnel. During business hours (eastern
standard time), technical support personnel are available
by telephone. Outside of normal business hours and on
weekends, a direct emergency technical support phone
line is available. If the technical support personnel who
is on call does not answer this line immediately, a voice
message can be left and the call will be returned shortly.
Our Technical support staff are available to react to any
problem and to do whatever is necessary to ensure
customer satisfaction.
Supporting Documentation
Ross Video provides a wide variety of helpful
documentation for the setup and support of your
equipment. Most of this documentation can be found
either on the Product Resources disk that came with your
equipment, on the Ross Video website
(www.rossvideo.com), or on the Ross Video Community
site (community.rossvideo.com)
• Carbonite Online Help for DashBoard — visit
help.rossvideo.com/carbonite.
• Operation Manual (4804DR-110) — operational
instructions for all Carbonite Black switchers
• Setup Manual (4804DR-120) — setup and
conguration instructions for Carbonite Black and
Carbonite Black+ frames
• Carbonite Black QuickStart Poster (4804DR-200)
— setup information and specications for the
Carbonite Black and Carbonite Black+ frames
• Upgrade Notes (4804DR-500) — upgrade
instructions, new features, and known issues for a
given software version.
• Software Licenses (4802DR-502) — third-party
software licences
• Carbonite Multilingual Safety Information
(4802DR-503) — translated product safety
information
• Carbonite Frame Fan Replacement (4802DR-300)
— instructions for replacing cooling fans in the
Carbonite, Carbonite+, Carbonite MultiMedia,
Carbonite Black, or Carbonite Black+ frames
• Carbonite Frame RAM Replacement
(4802DR-301) — instructions for replacing the RAM
in the Carbonite, Carbonite+, or Carbonite
MultiMedia frames
• Control Panel Desk Mounting (4802DR-302) —
desk mounting instructions for Carbonite control
panel
• SideBox Installation (4802DR-304) — installation
and mounting instruction for SideBox module
• Auxiliary Control Panel Installation (4802DR-305)
— installation and mounting instruction for remote
aux panel (CPS-AUX-053B)
• GVG100 Supported Command (4802DR-401) —
connection and GVG100 commands supported by
the switcher
• RossTalk Commands (4802DR-403) — supported
commands using RossTalk protocol
• Device Setup Sheets (4802DR-6xx) — setup
information for controlling external devices from the
switcher
• Robotic Camera Control (4802DR-131) —
overview of the operational interface when controlling
a robotic camera from the switcher
• Audio Mixer Control (4802DR-132) — overview
of the operational interface when controlling an audio
mixer from the switcher
• Video Server Control (4802DR-133) — overview
of the operational interface when controlling a video
server from the switcher
• Conguration Guide (4804DR-100) — product
description and marketing codes for switchers and
options
• CarboNET Installation (4805DR-100) —
installation instructions for the Carbonite PMC
translator.
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Contents
Features.............................................................10
Analog Reference Input and Output......................................10
3G and 1080p 29.97 Video Formats.....................................10
Integrated Up/Down Converters............................................10
Custom Controls....................................................................10
Device Control.......................................................................10
OverDrive®Caprica Support..................................................10
DVE (Fly Key)........................................................................10
Effects Dissolve.....................................................................10
General Purpose Interface (GPI)...........................................10
LiveEDL.................................................................................11
Media-Store...........................................................................11
MediaWipe............................................................................11
UltraChrome..........................................................................11
MemoryAI Recall Mode.........................................................11
Memory System....................................................................11
ME Effect System..................................................................11
MiniME™................................................................................11
MediaManager......................................................................11
MultiViewer............................................................................11
Clean Feed Output................................................................12
MultiScreen...........................................................................12
Pattern and Matte/Wash Generators.....................................12
Matte/Wash Generator..........................................................12
Tally Outputs..........................................................................12
Network Connections.......................................13
Frame Network Setup (Ethernet)..........................................13
Connecting to the Switcher from
DashBoard......................................................13
To Change the IP Address.....................................13
Frame Network Setup (Serial) ..............................................13
To Set an IP Address Using DHCP........................13
To Set a Static IP Address.....................................14
Panel Network Setup.............................................................14
To Configure the Network Setting..........................14
To Assign a Custom Name....................................14
FTP Connection (RossLinq)..................................................14
To Create an FTP Connection with Windows
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Full.........................................................................19
Zoom......................................................................19
Letterbox................................................................19
Pillarbox.................................................................19
To Set an Aspect Ratio for 480i/576i.....................19
Switching Field......................................................................20
To Set the Switching Field......................................20
Video Input Setup.............................................21
Auto Key Setup.....................................................................21
To Set Up an Auto Key Association.......................21
Source Names.......................................................................21
To Set Up a Source Name.....................................21
To Assign a TSL ID to a Video Input......................22
Control Panel Button Inserts.................................................22
To Install a Button Insert........................................22
Bus Maps..............................................................................22
To Create a Bus Map.............................................22
To Reset the Bus Map............................................23
GPI Device Control................................................................23
To Assign a GPI to a Video Source........................23
Video Outputs...................................................24
Output Sources.....................................................................24
To Assign a Source to an Output...........................24
Ancillary Data........................................................................24
To Strip or Pass Ancillary Data..............................25
FlexiClean Clean Feed..........................................................25
To Set Up Clean Feed............................................25
External Layer Mode.............................................................25
To Set Up Layer Mode...........................................25
MultiViewer............................................................................25
Carbonite Black+ MultiViewer Sources..................26
To Set Up a MultiViewer.........................................26
To Set Up a MultiViewer Clock...............................27
MultiScreen / MiniME™..........................................................27
MiniME™Assignment.............................................27
To Set Up a MultiScreen........................................27
To Set Up a Pre-Tiled Source................................28
On-Air Setting........................................................................28
To Set the On-Air Status for an Output..................28
Tallies....................................................................................28
To Set Up a Tally....................................................29
Video Reference...............................................16
Supported Reference Formats..............................................16
Reference and Video Mode Setup........................................16
To Set a Video Mode..............................................16
Frame Sync and Format Conversion....................................17
Supported FSFC Input Mode Video
Formats...........................................................17
To Set Up Input FSFC............................................18
To Set Up Output FSFC.........................................18
Output Reference Synchronizers..........................................18
To Set Up an Output Reference Sync....................18
To Set Color Framing for Analog
Reference.......................................................19
Aspect Ratio Conversion.......................................................19
Media-Store Audio Output...............................30
To Assign Media-Store Audio to an AES Output...................30
Color Correction (Carbonite Black+
Only).............................................................31
Proc Amp Color Correction...................................................31
To Apply a Proc Amp to a Video Source................31
To Apply a Proc Amp to a Video Output................31
RGB Color Correction ..........................................................32
To Apply a RGB Color Correction to a Video
Source............................................................32
To Apply a RGB Color Corrector to a Video
Output.............................................................33
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ViewControl.......................................................34
Connecting ViewControl........................................................34
To Set Up The Video Input for
ViewControl....................................................34
To Set Up the MultiViewer for
ViewControl....................................................34
Switcher Personality........................................35
Auto Remove Key.................................................................35
To Set the Auto Remove Key Behavior.................35
Auto Trans Second Press......................................................35
To Set the Auto Trans Second Press
Behavior..........................................................35
Background Double-Press....................................................35
To Set the Background Double-Press
Behavior..........................................................35
Color Schemes......................................................................35
To Select a Panel Color Scheme...........................35
To Create a Custom Panel Color
Scheme...........................................................35
To Set the Brightness of the Control Panel
Buttons............................................................36
Double-Press Rate................................................................36
To Set the Double-Press Rate...............................36
Editor Mode...........................................................................36
To Set the Switcher to Editor Mode........................36
Memory Bank Button Behavior..............................................36
To Set the Bank Button Behavior...........................36
Next Button Secondary Function...........................................36
To Set the NEXT Button Secondary
Function..........................................................36
Next Transition Follow...........................................................36
To Set the Next Transition Follow
Behavior..........................................................37
Next Transition Reset............................................................37
To Set the Next Transition Reset
Behavior..........................................................37
Power-Save Mode.................................................................37
To Set the Power Save Mode and Timer...............37
Roll GPO/Roll Clip.................................................................37
To Set the Roll GPO/Clip Behavior........................37
Transition Rate Units.............................................................37
To Set the Units Used for Transition
Rates..............................................................37
Undo Memory Recall.............................................................37
To Turn Undo Memory Recall Off...........................37
User Buttons..........................................................................38
To Set A User Button.............................................38
Switcher Modes................................................39
To Set the Switcher Mode.....................................................39
To Set Up a GPI Output.........................................40
GPI Output Triggers..............................................................41
To Assign a GPI Output to a Video
Source............................................................41
To Set a GPI to Be Triggered Manually.................41
Live Edit Decision Lists...................................42
LiveEDL Setup......................................................................42
To Set the LiveEDL Behavior.................................42
Timecode Setup....................................................................42
To Confirm External LTC Signal.............................42
To Set the LTC Timecode Source..........................42
LiveEDL Data Capture..........................................................43
To Start Capturing EDL Data.................................43
To Stop Capturing and Save EDL Data.................43
MultiPanel..........................................................44
To Set Up MultiPanel Permissions........................................44
Diagnostics and Calibration............................45
Switcher Information and Logs..............................................45
Switcher Status in DashBoard...............................45
To View the Software Version................................45
To Copy Logs To a USB.........................................45
Calibration.............................................................................45
To Calibrate the Switcher.......................................45
System Real-Time Clock.......................................................46
To Set the System Real-Time Clock......................46
Diagnostics............................................................................46
Frame Diagnostic LEDs.........................................46
Frame DIP Switches..............................................46
Control Panel DIP Switches ..................................46
To Run the Control Panel Test...............................46
To Run the LED Test..............................................46
To Run the Display Test.........................................47
To Run the RAM Test.............................................47
To Run the Tally Test..............................................47
To Run the GPI Input Test......................................47
To Run the GPI Output Test...................................47
Error Messages.....................................................................47
Specifications...................................................48
Switcher Resources..............................................................48
Environmental Characteristics...............................................48
Video Input Specifications.....................................................48
Video Output Specifications..................................................48
Audio Specifications..............................................................48
Jitter.......................................................................................49
System Timing.......................................................................49
Power Consumption — Control Panel...................................49
Power Consumption — Frame..............................................49
GPI Control........................................................40
GPI Trigger Types.................................................................40
GPI Setup..............................................................................40
To Set Up a GPI Input............................................40
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Ports..................................................................50
Serial Port..............................................................................50
GPI Port.................................................................................50
Tally Port................................................................................50
LTC Port................................................................................51
AES Port................................................................................51
Glossary............................................................52
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Features
Source
Effect
Destination
Effect
Thank you for buying a Ross Video Carbonite Black
Series Multi-Denition Live Production Switcher. The
Carbonite Black series builds on the Ross Video
reputation for designing switchers that t the needs of
any production environment.
Analog Reference Input and Output
The switcher supports both external and internal reference
sources. The external reference can be an input from a
house sync to the single reference input BNC. The
internal reference can also be used as a house sync with
selectable tri-level sync or analog black burst with
independent H/V settings for each of the two reference
output BNCs.
Although tri-level sync is recommended as your reference
source for all HD applications, analog black burst can
be used when operating the switcher.
3G and 1080p 29.97 Video Formats
The switcher supports the 1080p 59.94Hz, 1080p 50Hz,
and 1080p 29.97Hz video formats. To operate in these
modes, the switcher must be restarted and some features
and resources are limited or unavailable.
OverDrive®Caprica Support
Carbonite can be controlled from OverDrive®using the
Caprica interface. This interface allows OverDrive®to
perform memory recalls, transitions, and run custom
controls on the switcher. For information on setting up
Caprica to interface with the switcher, refer to the
documentation that came with your Caprica server.
The switcher must be in a 2.5 ME mode or have 3 MEs
installed to be controlled by Caprica.
DVE (Fly Key)
The advanced 2D DVE comes standard with each
switcher, and can be used for performing over the
shoulder, or picture in picture shots. This allows all key
types to be zoomed, cropped, and repositioned
horizontally and vertically to create the look you want,
or you can use one of the useful pre-built 2D effects to
perform 2D background transitions.
Effects Dissolve
The Effects Dissolve feature allows you to interpolate
from one memory to another using a memory recall. The
switcher will interpolate from the starting memory to the
destination memory, creating a smooth, two key frame
effect.
Integrated Up/Down Converters
All switchers come with integrated up/down converters
and frame synchronizers (FSFC) capable of converting
1080i or 720p to SD, as well as convert SD signals to
1080i, or cross-convert 720p to 1080i.
Custom Controls
This feature brings the power of macros to the switcher
operator. Button presses, menu selections, event
commands, or even the switcher state can be recorded to
a custom control with pauses or holds between the events.
A simple button press can play these events back again.
Step through complex show openings as easily as
pressing Custom Control buttons 1, 2, then 3.
Device Control
The switcher can control a number of external devices,
such as video servers and robotic cameras. For a complete
list of supported devices, and information on how to set
up and control these devices, visit the Ross Video website
(rossvideo.com/production-switchers/carbonite/interface-list).
Only elements such as clip level and pattern position can
be interpolated in the effects dissolve. Other elements,
such as crosspoint selection, pattern, and next transition
data are recalled rst, and then the switcher will slew to
the recalled memory.
An effects dissolve can be performed on as many
elements and MEs as required, based on the memory that
is being recalled.
General Purpose Interface (GPI)
The switcher is equipped with 34 GPI I/Os that can be
assigned as either an input or output independently.
The GPI inputs allow the switcher to interface with
peripheral equipment such as editors. Each GPI input
can be used to perform simple editing and switcher
functions such as fade to black or an auto transition.
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LiveEDL
Edit Decision Lists (EDL) are les used by non-linear
editing (NLE) suites to aid in post-production. Your
switcher can capture EDL data in a le that you load into
your NLE suite.
For information on using the LiveEDL feature, visit the
Ross Video Website (rossvideo.com).
Media-Store
Up to 4 independent channels of still/animations are
available switcher-wide, allowing for thousands of full
screen stills and logos that can be cached and used on
the switcher.
Media-Store provides 8 GB of cache. The number of
images cached increases considerably when smaller,
non-full screen images like logos are loaded from USB.
MediaWipe
A MediaWipe allows you to use an animation from the
Media-Store to play over a background or key transition.
When the transition starts, the switcher plays the selected
animation over top of the background and keys that are
being transitioned. A cut, dissolve, wipe, or DVE wipe
is then performed layered under the animation to bring
up the next shot when the animation ends.
UltraChrome
The UltraChrome chroma keyers uses advanced video
processing technology to provide exceptional blue spill
reduction and clean edges, even with difcult source
material. Glass, smoke, translucent materials, and natural
shadows are handled superbly.
There are 2 oating Chroma Keys that are available
across all MEs.
MemoryAI Recall Mode
We take the guessing out of memory recalls by ensuring
that a memory recall will not affect what is currently
on-air. MemoryAI uses the content of the memory to
congure the Next Transition area and Preview bus for
the background and keyers so that the next transition
takes the same sources on-air that were on-air in the
memory.
For example, store a memory that has a key on-air with
CAM1 and CAM2 selected on the background. When
this memory is recalled normally, it pops the same key
on-air with CAM1 and CAM2 on the background. When
the memory is recalled with MemoryAI turned on, CAM1
is selected on the preset bus, and CAM2 is selected on a
key that is not on-air. The transition area is then set up
for a background transition to bring CAM2 onto the
background, take any on-air keys off, and take a key
on-air with CAM1.
Memory System
Storage for 100 complete switcher snapshots per ME,
MiniME™, and MultiScreen comes standard with all
switchers. All of these memories can be stored to a USB
media drive, providing custom tailored memories for
every operator and every show.
ME Effect System
The ME (Multi-level Effect) systems are standard. The
number of MEs depends on the chosen switcher model.
Each ME provides 4 keyers supporting pattern mask,
box mask, self-key, linear key, and an UltraChrome
advanced chroma key for each ME and is available to
each keyer.
MiniME
The MiniME™is an additional ME that is provided with
the switcher to perform basic dissolves and cuts. Each
MiniME™has 2 keyers, background, and preset buses.
Unlike a full ME, the MiniME™only supports dissolves
and cuts, restricts key 1 to DVE keys only, and has no
preview output. Key 2 on a MiniME™is the same as an
ME keyer. The MiniME™shares all the same sources as
the ME.
™
MediaManager
The MediaManager allows you to easily manage stills
and animations on the switcher in a graphics interface.
MultiViewer
Each MultiViewer allows you to view up to 16 video
sources, in 32 different layouts, from a single output
BNC. Any video source on the switcher, including ME
Program, Preview, and Media-Store channels, can be
routed to any box on the MultiViewer. All boxes on the
MultiViewer output include mnemonic source names
and red and green tallies.
The Carbonite Black comes standard with 2
broadcast-quality integrated MultiViewer generators and
the Carbonite Black+ comes standard with 5. The
MultiViewer outputs on the Carbonite Black+ are only
available on dedicated output BNCs. Each of these
MultiViewer outputs has a specic range of input and
output BNCs that can be assigned to boxes on the
MultiViewer.
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Figure 1: HD Layouts
KEY 1 KEY 2
PGM/
PST
KEY 3 PGM
CLEAN
FEED
KEY 4
Key
MiniME 1 MiniME 3
MiniME 2
MultiScreen 1
Edge
Area
Edge
Area
the overlap in projector outputs, or the outside bezel of
your display.
Each screen in the MultiScreen output uses a MiniME
to create the background and keys of the output. This
allows you to have 2 MultiScreen generators with 2
screens each, or 1 MultiScreen generator with 3 or 4
screens.
Pattern and Matte/Wash Generators
A single pattern generator dedicated to wipes comes
standard, and is equipped with 10 classic wipes. Most
wipes can be rotated, bordered, multiplied, aspectized,
and repositioned.
Matte/Wash Generator
™
Figure 2: MultiViewer Grid
Note: If the switcher is operating in a standard-definition or 3G
video format, the MultiViewer automatically outputs
high-definition, but each MultiViewer is only available on specific
output BNCs.
Clean Feed Output
Clean feed is typically used for bilingual and live-to-tape
productions. It provides a second Program output that is
derived from a different location than the standard
program output. A frequent application is the recording
of shows for later airing without call-in phone numbers
inserted.
The clean feed output can come from before or between
the keyers.
MultiScreen
The switcher comes standard with 2 integrated
MultiScreen generators. Each MultiScreen can break a
scene into up to 4 outputs that can be sent to independent
projectors or displays to make a unied picture.
Integrated edge blending allows you to compensate for
A matte generator and complex wash generator per ME,
capable of multi-color washes comes standard. Any one
of the color generators can be assigned to MATTE, or
wipe pattern edges. An additional simple color generator
is available for an Aux Bus.
Tally Outputs
The switcher has 34 assignable tally relays located in the
rack frame. Each tally can be assigned to any number of
combinations of input and output or bus.
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Network Connections
The control panel connects to the frame in one of three
ways, depending on the model of control panel or option
you have.
• Carbonite Black — panel connects to the frame over
a standard ethernet connection
• CarboNET — panel connects to the CarboNET over
a serial connection and the CarboNET connects to
the frame over a standard ethernet connection
• Carbonite — panel connects to the frame over a
serial connection (Panel to Frame port)
The ethernet connection from the frame is also used to
upload stills to the Media-Store channels as well as
download switcher data les.
Frame Network Setup (Ethernet)
If you are connecting to the frame over ethernet you must
use DashBoard to set the IP address of the frame. The
frame comes from the factory set with a static IP address
(192.168.0.123) but can be set to use DHCP to
automatically obtain an IP address.
Note: If you use a DHCP server, it must be set to always give
the frame the same IP address. DashBoard, the Carbonite Black
control panel, and CarboNET need a fixed IP address to connect
to.
Tip: If you do not know the IP address of the frame, you can
set DIP switch 3 on the frame to lock the IP address to
192.168.0.123. The frame must be re-started for the new IP
address to be applied.
3.
Click Detect Settings.
4.
Click Finish.
The frame appears in the Tree View.
To Change the IP Address
1.
Click Menu > Configuration > Network.
2.
Enter a name for the frame in the Switcher Name
eld. This is the name that appears in the tree view
in DashBoard.
3.
Click Edit.
4.
Click an ETHX Mode button to set that network
port on the frame to use DHCP (DHCP), or a static
IP address (Static).
5.
For a static IP address, enter the IP address (ETHX
IP Address), subnet mask (ETHX Subnet Mask),
and gateway (Gateway) you want to use.
6.
Click Update.
Frame Network Setup (Serial)
If you are connecting to the frame over a serial
connection (Carbonite) you can use the control panel to
initially congure the network settings for the frame.
To Set an IP Address Using DHCP
Due to the nature of DHCP, your switcher may get a
different IP address each time it is powered on or
re-connected to a network. You must have the switcher
connected to a network to be able to obtain an IP address
using DHCP.
Connecting to the Switcher from DashBoard
DashBoard should automatically detect and connect to
the frame once it is connected to the same subnet. If you
have trouble discovering the switcher frame, or it is
located on another subnet, you can manually connect
DashBoard to the switcher to establish communications.
Once connected, DashBoard will remember the
connection until you remove it.
To Manually Connect to the Frame from
DashBoard
You need the IP address of your frame to connect to it
manually from DashBoard.
1.
Click File > New > Manual Connection.
2.
In the IP Address eld, enter the IP address of the
switcher frame.
Tip: If the control panel is connected to the frame over a
serial link, the IP address can be found by pressing MENU
> SYSTEM > NEXT > NEXT > IP Addr.
Note: Ensure that DIP switch 3 on the frame is set in the up
position. If this DIP switch is set in the down position, the IP
address is fixed at 192.168.0.123.
1.
Press MENU > SYSTEM > NEXT > NEXT > IP
Addr.
Use the left knob to select the network port that you
2.
want to set to DHCP. Only one port can be set to
DHCP at a time.
•
1-Mode — network port 1
•
2-Mode — network port 2
3.
Press the Edit knob.
4.
Use the Value knob to select DHCP.
5.
Press the Value knob.
6.
Press the Reboot knob to restart the switcher in
DHCP mode.
The switcher will request an IP address when it
restarts.
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To Set a Static IP Address
You must have the switcher connected to a network to
be able to set a static IP. If the switcher is not connected
to a network, the switcher does not display the IP address.
Note: Ensure that DIP switch 3 on the frame is set in the up
position. If this DIP switch is set in the down position, the IP
address is fixed at 192.168.0.123.
1.
Press MENU > SYSTEM > NEXT > NEXT > IP
Addr.
Use the left knob to select the network port that you
2.
want to set a static IP address for.
•
1-Mode — network port 1
•
2-Mode — network port 2
3.
Press the Edit knob.
4.
Use the Value knob to select Static.
5.
Press NEXT.
6.
Use the left knob to select 1-Addr for port 1 or
2-Addr for port 2.
a)
Use the Field knob to select the segment in the
address that you want to change.
b)
Use the Value knob to select the new value you
want to use for that segment.
7.
Use the left knob to select 1-Mask for port 1 or
2-Mask for port 2.
a)
Use the Field knob to select the segment in the
mask that you want to change.
b)
Use the Value knob to select the new value you
want to use for that segment.
Tip: If you do not know the IP address of the control panel, you
can set DIP switches on the panel to lock the IP address of the
panel to 192.168.0.129 and the IP address that it expects the
frame at to 192.168.0.123. The panel must be re-started for the
new IP address to be applied. Refer to Control Panel DIP
Switches on page 46 for DIP settings.
To Configure the Network Setting
1.
Double-click on the CarbonitePanel node and
click on the Ethernet tab.
Note: The Current DIP Switch field shows the state of
the DIP1 and DIP2 switches on the control panel. Some
settings do not allow you to change the IP settings from
DashBoard.
2.
Click Static or DHCP to select how you want to
set the ethernet settings.
3.
For a static IP address, enter the IP address (IP
Address), subnet mask (Subnet Mask), and
gateway (Default Gateway) you want to use.
4.
In the Carbonite IP Address eld, enter the IP
address of the frame you are connecting to.
5.
Click Apply Changes.
To Assign a Custom Name
The name appears in the tree view in DashBoard and
allows you to easily identify your particular device.
1.
Double-click on the CarbonitePanel node and
click on the Panel Name, Permissions tab.
2.
In the Panel Name eld, enter the new name.
FTP Connection (RossLinq)
8.
Use the left knob to select Gatwy.
a)
Use the Field knob to select the segment in the
gateway that you want to change.
b)
Use the Value knob to select the new value you
want to use for that segment.
9.
Press the Gatwy knob.
10.
Press the Reboot knob to restart the switcher in
with the new static IP address.
Panel Network Setup
The Carbonite Black control panel comes from the
factory set with a static IP address (192.168.0.129) but
can be set to use DHCP to automatically obtain an IP
address.
The control panel is automatically discovered in
DashBoard and appears as CarbonitePanel followed by
the MAC address of that particular panel.
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You can create a File Transfer Protocol (FTP) connection
from a computer to your switcher. You can use the FTP
connection to copy still images and animations to and
from your switcher as well as copy Edit Decision List
(EDL) les from your switcher.
The procedure for creating an FTP connection from a
computer varies between operating systems and client
software. Consult with the documentation that came with
your computer for assistance with creating an FTP
connection.
To Create an FTP Connection with Windows 7
This procedure applies to Microsoft®Windows XP
Professional and Windows®7.
On your computer launch Windows Explorer.
1.
In the address bar, type ftp://IP Address of your
2.
switcher.
You are prompted for a username and password.
®
Type the user name for the application your are
3.
creating an FTP connection for. Each application
has specic requirements. The switcher will set these
requirements automatically based on the username.
• xpression – used when creating a connection
from a Ross®XPression Motion Graphics System
directly to the Media-Store channels on the
switcher, as well as any USB drive installed in
the switcher
• liveedl – used to create a connection to the
LiveEDL folder on the switcher to download an
edit decision list le form the switcher
• user – used to create a connection to the general
storage folders on the switcher, as well as any
USB drive installed in the switcher
Enter the password password
4.
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Video Reference
The exible reference system in the switcher allows you
to use an Interlaced video format as the reference to
operate the switcher in a video format of the same
frequency. Choosing a progressive video format as a
reference limits you to operating the switcher only in that
same video format and frequency. For example, if you
have a 1080i 59.94Hz input reference you can operate
the switcher in 720p 59.94Hz, but not 1080i 50Hz.
However, if you have a 720p 59.94Hz input reference,
you can only operate the switcher in 720p 59.94Hz.
Supported Reference Formats
The switcher supports a number of reference modes for
both internal and external reference signals. References
to 1080p 59.94Hz (A) and 1080p 50Hz (A) refer to 1080p
Level A only.
Table 1: Supported Reference Formats
Usable FormatInput Reference
480i480i
480i 16:9
720p 59.94Hz
1080i 59.94Hz
1080pSF 29.97Hz
1080p 29.97Hz
1080p 59.94Hz (A)
576i576i
576i 16:9
720p 50Hz
1080i 50Hz
1080pSF 25Hz
1080p 50Hz (A)
720p 59.94Hz720p 59.94Hz
1080p 59.94Hz (A)
720p 50Hz720p 50Hz
1080p 50Hz (A)
480i1080i 59.94Hz
480i 16:9
720p 59.94Hz
1080i 59.94Hz
1080pSF 29.97Hz
1080p 29.97Hz
Usable FormatInput Reference
1080p 59.94Hz (A)
576i1080i 50Hz
576i 16:9
720p 50Hz
1080i 50Hz
1080pSF 25Hz
1080p 50Hz (A)
1080pSF 23.98Hz1080pSF 23.98Hz
1080pSF 29.97Hz1080pSF 29.97Hz
1080pSF 25Hz1080pSF 25Hz
The switcher allows you to use any interlaced video
format to operate the switcher in any format of the same
frequency; however, the use of 480i or 576i (Composite
Sync) reference signals for High Denition (720p, 1080i,
or 1080p) video modes is not recommended.
The use of composite sync reference formats is
recommended for Standard Denition video modes only,
and provides stable outputs with jitter performance in
compliance with SMPTE-259M specications.
Reference and Video Mode Setup
The switcher supports both internal and external
references. An external reference is provided by an
external device to the switcher through the REF IN BNC
on the frame. An internal reference is generated by the
switcher and can be fed out to other devices.
The switcher automatically detects the reference signal
and only shows the video modes that you can operate
the switcher in that are supported for that reference
format.
To Set a Video Mode
If you are using an external reference, ensure that a
proper reference is connected to the REF IN input BNC
on the frame.
Note: You must use an interlaced reference source to have the
switcher operate in an interlaced reference format if you are
using an external reference.
Tip: Reference settings can also be set up from the Reference
tab on the Configuration node in DashBoard.
1.
Press MENU > REF.
2.
Use the VidMode knob to select the video format
that you want to use.
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The available video modes depends on the reference
format coming into the switcher.
3.
Press NEXT.
4.
Use the RefSrc knob to select an internal (Int) or
external (Ext) reference source.
5.
Press the RefSrc knob to conrm the reference
source.
Frame Sync and Format Conversion
The switcher has multiple input frame synchronizer /
format converter (FSFC) and input de-interlacers that
can be used to convert video input signals to the format
that the switcher is operating in, as well as correct
mistimed, or drifting, video input signal. The frame
synchronizers cannot completely correct badly formatted
video, mistimed switches, signal drops, or similar issues.
Carbonite Black+ has 11 additional output format
converters that can be used to convert the output video
signal from the video format that the switcher is operating
in to another format required by a downstream device.
Each FSFC channel maintains a separate setting for
different video formats. This lets you change between
video formats without losing FSFC channel
congurations.
Keep the following in mind when working with Frame
Converters and Synchronizers:
• If a video format not compatible with the currently
dened conversion is used, the video image is frozen
with the last successfully processed image frame.
• FSFC create a one-frame delay in the video output
of the switcher for the video signal being converted.
• FSFC strips embedded audio data from the video
signal. Ensure that no FSFC channels are assigned to
any input or bus you are using with external audio
mode.
• In the standard mode on Carbonite Black, the FSFCs
are xed to the rst 6 input BNCs.
• The output format converters in the Carbonite Black+
frame are only available on output BNCs 11 to 22.
• If one FSFC channel in a bus-pair is turned off, the
paired FSFC channel is also turned off.
• The FSFCs used in the switcher conform to the
SMPTE ST 125:2013 standard. Some older
equipment may not fully conform to the current
standards and can send out-of-spec video to the
switcher which can have unexpected results. Ensure
that video coming into the switcher conforms to
current standards, especially with regard to 480i video
signals with variable blanking sizes.
Supported FSFC Input Mode Video Formats
FSFC can only convert between specic video formats
at a given frequency. The available conversions also
depends on the switcher mode you are in.
• The switcher supports synchronized and
unsynchronized 1080p and 1080i inputs. The 1080i
inputs are converted using a 4-line interpolator and
may result in lower quality video.
• In the standard mode on Carbonite Black, the FSFCs
are xed to the rst 6 input BNCs.
Table 2: Supported FSFC Input Mode Video Formats
for Conversion
Carbonite Black+Carbonite BlackSwitcher Format
1080p 59.94Hz1080p 59.94Hz1080p 59.94Hz
1080i 59.94Hz*1080i 59.94Hz*
720p 59.94Hz720p 59.94Hz
1080p 50Hz1080p 50Hz1080p 50Hz
1080i 50Hz*1080i 50Hz*
720p 50Hz720p 50Hz
1080p 29.97Hz1080p 29.97Hz1080p 29.97Hz
1080p 59.94Hz**1080p 59.94Hz**
1080i 59.94Hz1080i 59.94Hz1080i 59.94Hz
1080p 59.94Hz1080p 59.94Hz
720p 59.94Hz720p 59.94Hz
480i 59.94Hz480i 59.94Hz
1080i 50Hz1080i 50Hz1080i 50Hz
1080p 50Hz1080p 50Hz
720p 50Hz720p 50Hz
576i 50Hz576i 50Hz
720p 59.94Hz720p 59.94Hz720p 59.94Hz
1080p 59.94Hz1080p 59.94Hz
720p 50Hz720p 50Hz720p 50Hz
1080p 50Hz1080p 50Hz
576i 50Hz‡‡576i 50Hz‡‡576i 50Hz
1080p 50Hz1080p 50Hz
1080i 50Hz1080i 50Hz
720p 50Hz720p 50Hz
480i 59.94Hz‡‡480i 59.94Hz‡‡480i 59.94Hz
1080p 59.94Hz1080p 59.94Hz
1080i 59.94Hz1080i 59.94Hz
720p 59.94Hz720p 59.94Hz
Carbonite Black Setup Manual (v12.0) — Video Reference • 17
Notes
• * Converted using either a simple line-doubler or
4-line interpolater and may result in lower quality
video.
• ** Converted by dropping frames and may result in
lower quality video.
• ‡‡ Aspect ratio conversion.
To Set Up Input FSFC
Input mode locks a specic FSFC channel to a specic
input. Refer to Supported FSFC Input Mode Video
Formats on page 17 for a list of compatible video format
conversions.
Note: Input mode FSFCs are fixed to the first 6 input BNCs and
the switcher must be in Standard mode.
1.
Press MENU> CONFIG > Input > NEXT > NEXT
> NEXT > NEXT.
2.
Use the Input knob to select video input that you
want to apply a FSFC to.
Turn on FSFC for the selected video input.
3.
4.
Use the Frming knob to select the aspect ratio
conversion mode you want to use.
The options that are available depend on the video
format that the switcher is converting from and to.
•
Full — The video signal is scaled
disproportionately to ll the display of the new
aspect ratio. Aspect distortion occurs as the
image is stretched/compressed to t in the new
aspect ratio.
•
Zoom — The central portion of the video signal
is zoomed to ll the display of the new video
format. No aspect distortion is introduced but
the edges of the video signal may be cropped.
•
LttrBx — Black bars are added to the top and
bottom of a 16:9 image to display correctly in a
4:3 video format.
•
PllrBx — Black bars are added to the right and
left of a 4:3 image to display correctly in a 16:9
video format.
5.
Press the Frming knob.
6.
Press the Confrm knob to assign the FSFC channel.
To Set Up Output FSFC
Output mode locks a specic FSFC channel to a specic
input. Refer to Supported FSFC Input Mode Video
Formats on page 17 for a list of compatible video format
conversions.
Note: Only outputs 11 to 22 support output FSFC conversion.
1.
Press MENU > SYSTEM > NEXT > NEXT >
NEXT > Output Config > NEXT.
2.
Use the Output knob to select video output that you
want to convert.
3.
Use the Convrt knob to select the format you want
to feed out on the selected output.
4.
Use the Frming knob to select the aspect ratio
conversion mode you want to use.
The options that are available depend on the video
format that the switcher is converting from and to.
•
Full — The video signal is scaled
disproportionately to ll the display of the new
aspect ratio. Aspect distortion occurs as the
image is stretched/compressed to t in the new
aspect ratio.
•
Zoom — The central portion of the video signal
is zoomed to ll the display of the new video
format. No aspect distortion is introduced but
the edges of the video signal may be cropped.
•
LttrBx — Black bars are added to the top and
bottom of a 16:9 image to display correctly in a
4:3 video format.
•
PllrBx — Black bars are added to the right and
left of a 4:3 image to display correctly in a 16:9
video format.
Output Reference Synchronizers
The output reference synchronizers allow you to have
the switcher output a reference signal that other devices,
such as cameras and video servers, can lock to.
Note: Different applications require different output reference
formats and delay settings. Consult a facility engineer for
assistance in configuring these settings.
To Set Up an Output Reference Sync
If you are using one of the output references to time
external devices, ensure that they are connected to the
appropriate REF OUT output BNC.
Tip: Output Reference Sync settings can also be set up from
the Reference tab on the Configuration node in DashBoard.
1.
Press MENU > REF > NEXT.
2.
Use the RefO knob to select the reference output
BNC that you want to set up.
3.
Press the RefO knob.
4.
Use the RefO knob to select the reference format
you want to output from the switcher.
The available output reference formats depend on
the video format that the switcher is operating in.
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