Sony aws-g500 User Manual

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Live Content Producer

Operating Instructions

Software Version 1.30

3-869-710-14(1)

AWS-G500

Usage Notes ............................................................................ 9

Chapter 1 Overview

Features of This System .......................................................11

Example Applications ...........................................................13

Names and Functions of Parts ............................................15

Chapter 2 Preparations

Installation/Default Settings .................................................41

Connections ..........................................................................49

Settings Related to Input Signals ........................................56

Relation Between Program Output Display and Input and

Front Panel............................................................................

Rear Panel............................................................................. 19

Side Panel ............................................................................. 23

Other Parts............................................................................ 24

Operation Screen .................................................................. 25

Menu Operations .................................................................. 30

Operation screen (Text Typing Tool Software) ................... 33

Installing the Unit .................................................................

Fitting a Keyboard................................................................ 42

Starting and Closing Down the Unit .................................... 44

Selecting the Keyboard Language........................................ 46

Setting the Time Zone .......................................................... 46

Setting the Date and Time .................................................... 47

Adjusting the Display Brightness......................................... 47

Selecting the Video Output Signal Format........................... 48

Connecting a Camera with VISCA Support.........................

Connecting a Microphone .................................................... 50

Connecting a Computer (RGB Input)................................... 51

Connecting a Camcorder ...................................................... 51

Connecting a VCR................................................................ 52

Connecting an External Hard Disk....................................... 52

Connecting a Plasma Display/Projector/Monitor................. 53

Connecting an Amplifier ...................................................... 54

Preventing Accidental Cable Disconnection........................ 54

Installing Option Modules.................................................... 55

Relation Between Input Signals and System Components...

Video Signal Related Settings.............................................. 57

Audio Signal Related Settings.............................................. 59

Output Formats ................................................................63

Chapter 3 Operations

Video Switching ....................................................................65

Basics of Video Switching ...................................................

Changing the Video with a Cut ............................................ 66

Changing the Video with a Effect Transition....................... 68

Changing the Transition Time.............................................. 72

Changing the Effect Pattern.................................................. 73

Using Picture-in-Picture (PinP) for Combining Videos ....... 73

Adjusting the Picture-in-Picture (PinP)................................ 75

Using Fade-to-Black (FTB).................................................. 77

Using Color Bars and Color Mattes ..................................... 78

Using the Downstream Key (DSK) Function to Add Text

or an Image .....................................................................

Showing a Logo on the Screen............................................. 82

Using Luminance Keying..................................................... 84

Adjusting the Combined Video ............................................ 86

Cropping Unwanted Portions From the Video Being

Combined........................................................................

Applying Edge Effects ......................................................... 87

Checking the Results of Combining Videos

(Effect Preview)..............................................................

Giving Priority to Displaying the PVW Viewer................... 90

Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool ...........91

Features of the Text Typing Tool Software .........................

Flow of Operations............................................................... 92

Starting Up............................................................................ 94

Closing Down....................................................................... 95

Standard Operations ............................................................. 95

File Operations ..................................................................... 98

Working on Text Objects ................................................... 104

Working on Line Objects ................................................... 111

Shadow Operations............................................................. 113

Background Color Operations (Creating Telop and Flip).. 115

Color Operations ................................................................ 118

Object Layout ..................................................................... 122

Adding and Deleting Sheets ............................................... 125

Simulating the Keying Effects............................................ 125

Key Combination in the Anycast Station Main Software .. 127

Importing a Font File.......................................................... 129

Deleting a Font File............................................................ 130

Controlling Cameras ...........................................................132

Registering Cameras to be Controlled................................

132

Controlling Camera Manually............................................ 133

Storing a Camera Preset ..................................................... 134

Setting the Camera Control ................................................ 137

Resetting the Camera.......................................................... 138

About Camera Tallies......................................................... 139

Audio Mixing ........................................................................141

Recording Video and Audio on an External Device .........142

Recording Program Output on a VCR................................

142

Recording Inputs on an External Hard Disk....................... 144

Operations on Files on the External Hard Disk.................. 147

Disconnecting the External Hard Disk ............................... 150

Recovering an External Hard Disk..................................... 151

Using a Computer to Play Files Recorded on an External

Hard Disk ........................................................................153

Using the Intercom Function .............................................154

Connecting the Intercom System........................................

154

Speaking on the Intercom System ...................................... 155

Monitoring Audio ................................................................156

Determining the Audio Signal Output Destinations...........

156

Displaying the Audio Signal Output Destinations ............. 157

Monitoring Output Audio................................................... 158

Monitoring the Audio of a Particular Channel Only .......... 159

Video/Audio Signal Adjustments and Settings ................160

Adjusting Analog Video Input Signals...............................

160

Making the Gradation of SDI Input Signals Appear Smooth

(When Using the Serial Digital Interface Module).......

161

Adjusting the Clock Phase of RGB Signals ....................... 161

Adjusting Color Matte........................................................ 161

Applying an Offset to the Program Output Video.............. 162

Setting the RGB Output Signal Format.............................. 162

Applying Filters to the Program Output Video .................. 163

Adjusting the Audio Input Signal Levels ........................... 164

Cutting High Frequency or Low Frequency....................... 164

Adjusting the Equalizer ...................................................... 165

Using the Limiter or Compressor....................................... 166

Adjusting the Audio Left and Right Channel Balance....... 166

Adjusting the Output Levels for Each Destination............. 166

If the Output Video Is Delayed with Respect to the Audio 167

Adjusting the Output Using the Oscillator Signal.............. 168

Saving and Loading Various Settings ...............................170

Storable Data ......................................................................

170

Saving Various Settings Data............................................. 171

Loading Various Saved Settings Data................................ 171

Deleting Various Saved Settings Data ............................... 172

Exporting Various Settings Data........................................ 173

Importing Various Settings Data........................................ 174

Importing and Deleting Files ..............................................175

Importable Files..................................................................

175

Importing Graphics Files.................................................... 175

Importing Logo Files.......................................................... 176

Deleting Files...................................................................... 177

Checking the Internal Hard Disk Remaining Capacity ...... 178

Formatting an External Hard Disk .....................................179

Formatting a “Memory Stick” ............................................181

Chapter 4 Appendix

Formatting a USB Flash Memory ....................................... 183

Streaming .............................................................................185

What Is Streaming? ............................................................

185

Configuring the Network Settings...................................... 186

Setting Live Streaming Transmission ...............................188

Starting and Stopping Streaming........................................

195

Settings Required for Viewing Streaming.......................... 195

Placing Streaming Links in a Web Site.............................. 197

Maintenance ........................................................................199

Checking the Operating Software Version.........................

199

Upgrading the Operating Software..................................... 200

Messages .............................................................................203

Message Structure ..............................................................

203

List of Messages................................................................. 205

Troubleshooting ..................................................................211

“Memory Stick” Media ........................................................ 215

Notes on using “Memory Stick” media ........................................ 215

About data..................................................................................... 215

Notes on using “Memory Stick Duo”........................................... 215

Notes on using the Memory Select function................................. 215

Specifications ......................................................................216

Dimensions ..........................................................................219

Glossary ...............................................................................220

Index .....................................................................................223

Owner’s Record

The model and serial numbers are located at the bottom. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Mo del No .

Ser ial No.

WARNING

To reduse the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

fermé. Ne confier l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel qualifié.

CET APPAREIL DOIT ÊTRE RELIÉ À LA TERRE.

WARNING

This unit has no power switch. When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power cord to a socket-outlet which must be provided near the unit and easily accessible. If a fault should occur during operation of the unit, operate the disconnect device to which the power supply off, or disconnect the power cords.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

WARNUNG

Um Feuergefahr und die Gefahr eines elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden, darf das Gerät weder Regen noch Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden.

Um einen elektrishen Schlag zu vermeiden, darf das Gehäuse nicht geöffnet werden. Überlassen Sie Wartungsarbeiten stets nur qualifiziertem Fachpersonal.

DIESES GERÄT MUSS GEERDET WERDEN.

AVERTISSEMENT

Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.

Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution, garder le coffret

WARNUNG

Dieses Gerät hat keinen Netzschalter. Beim Einbau des Geräts ist daher im Festkabel ein leicht zugänglicher Unterbrecher einzufügen, oder das Netzkabel muß mit einer in der Nähe des Geräts befindlichen, leicht zugänglichen Wandsieckdose verbunden werden. Wenn während des Betriebs eine Funktionsstörung auftritt, ist der Unterbrecher zu betätigen bzw. das Netzkabel abzuziehen, damit die Stromversorgung zum Gerät unterbrochen wird.

AVERTISSEMENT

Cet appareil ne possède pas d’interrupteur d’allmentation. Lors de l’lnstallation de l’appareil, incorporer un dispositif de coupre dans le cablage fixe ou brancher le cordon d’alimentation dans une prise murale proche de l’appareil et facilement accessible. En cas de problème lors du fonctionnement de l’appareil, enclencher le dispositif de coupre d’alimentation ou dèbrancher le cordon de la prise.

WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR USA ONLY.

If used in USA, use the UL LISTED power cord specified below. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER CORD.

Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin

(NEMA 5-15P Configuration)

Cord Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG wires

Length Minimum 1.5 m, Less than 2.5 m

(8 ft 3 in)

Rating Minimum 10 A, 125 V

Using this unit at a voltage other than 120 V may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR OTHER COUNTRIES.

1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if applicable.

2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere).

If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord / Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel.

AVERTISSEMENT:

Bei Frage über die Eignung und Sicherheit von Netzkabeln (dreiadrig), Geräteanschlüssen und Netzkabelsteckern wenden Sie sich bitte an einen qualifizierten Electrotechniker.

For the customers in the USA

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.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

1. Utiliser un cordon d’alimentation approuvé (conducteur d’alimentation 3 âmes)/ connecteur d’appareil/prise avec contacts de mise à la terre conforme aux règles de sécurité de chaque pays si applicable.

2. Utiliser un cordon d’alimentation approuvé (conducteur d’alimentation 3 âmes)/ connecteur d’appareil/prise conforme aux valeurs nominales (tension, ampérage) correctes.

S’adresser à un personnel de service qualifié pour toute question concernant l’emploi du cordon d’alimentation/connecteur d’appareil/prise cidessus.

WARNUNG:

1. Verwenden Sie Netzkabel(dreiadrig), Geräteanschlüsse und Netzkabelstecker mit Masseleitung, die den Sicherheitsrichtlinien des jeweiligen Landes entspricht.

2. Verwenden Sie Netzkabel (dreiadrig), Geräteanschlüsse und Netzkabelstecker mit Masseleitung, die den vor Ort herrschenden Spannungsanforderungen (Spannug, Stromstärke) entsprechen.

The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

IMPORTANT

The nameplate is located on the bottom

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

IMPORTANT

La plaque signalétique se situe sous l’appareil.

ATTENTION

Risque d’explosion si la batterie n’est pas remplacée correctement. Utilisez uniquement le même type de batterie ou une batterie équivalente recommandée par le fabricant. Jetez les batteries usagées selon les instructions du fabricant.

WICHTIG

Das Namensschild befindet sich auf der Unterseite des Gerätes.

Usage Notes

VORSICHT

Explosionsgefahr bei Verwendung falscher Batterien. Batterien nur durch den vom Hersteller empfohlenen oder einen gleichwertigen Typ ersetzen. Verbrauchte Batterien entsprechend den Anweisungen des Herstellers entsorgen.

For the customers in Europe

WARNING

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Pour les utilisateurs en Europe

AVERTISSEMENT

Il s’agit d’un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, cet appareil peut provoquer des interférences radio, dans ce cas l’utilisateur peut être amené à prendre des mesures appropriées.

Für Kunden in Europa

Warnung

Dies ist eine Einrichtung, welche die FunkEntstörung nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich Funkstörungen verursachen; in diesem Fall kann vom Betreiber verlangt werden, angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür anfzukommen.

Für Kunden in Deutschland

Dieses Gerät ist nur für den Gebrauch in Gewerbe und Leichtindustrie bestimmt.

For Customers in Taiwan only

Using this unit for video and/or audio switching, or distribution over the Internet or otherwise may in some cases require the permission of the copyright holder of the video or audio. To protect copyright, observe the following points carefully when using this unit.

• When connecting a recording device to this and recording video or audio, carefully observe laws relating to copyright.

• Without the permission of the copyright holder, the showing or distribution of video or audio material of which the copyright is held by a third party, or the act of recording on the hard disk of this unit, sharing folders, and permitting of access to a private group or to the public is prohibited by law.

• Even with the right to show or distribute, the act of using this unit to edit original content with wipes or dissolves, for example, may be prohibited by law.

• With a software upgrade or functional extension, with the object of protecting copyright, the specifications for the video and audio signals that can be input may be changed without notice.

Points to check before using devices

• When recording or streaming valuable data, be sure to check the device connections beforehand, or carry out a streaming test, to make sure that the system is operating normally.

• If when using a camera or videocassette recorder, tape or similar there should be a failure in another device preventing recording, no responsibility can be taken for any loss of the material which was to have been recorded.

• Under copyright law, you may not use recorded video or audio other than for your personal enjoyment without the permission of the copyright holder. Note that at live performances, shows and exhibitions, even for your personal entertainment shooting may be restricted.

Usage Notes

Regarding cables

Use cables (particularly generic RGB) which are as short as possible.

disk mean that frame drop or other problems may occur.

• To connect the recommended hard disk to this unit, use the interface cable supplied with the recommended hard disk.

IEEE1394 (i.LINK) cables

Use cables with enhanced shielding, ferrite cores, and similar noise-reduction measures.

About the LCD Display

• Do not wipe the surface of the LCD display with a wet object. Water that gets inside the unit may cause it to malfunction.

• Do not set or drop objects on the LCD display. Also, do not put pressure on the display, such as by leaning on it with your hand or elbow.

• Condensation may form on the LCD display when the unit is moved from a cold place to a warm place, such as from the outdoors to room temperature. If condensation forms, thoroughly wipe off any moisture before using the unit. We recommend using tissues to wipe up any condensed moisture. If you wipe up the condensed moisture while the LCD display is still cold, the condensation may form again. Therefore it is best to wait until the LCD display has warmed up to room temperature.

• The LCD display is made with extremely high precision technology. Nonetheless, in some cases black dots may appear, and red, green, and blue dots may not disappear. In addition, depending on the angle the LCD display is viewed from, you may see stripes of irregular color or brightness. This is due to the construction of the LCD display and is not a malfunction.

Ensuring Good Performance From This Unit

Operation and Storage

Avoid using or storing the unit in the following places.

• Where it is subject to extremes of cold or heat (operating temperature 0ºC to 40ºC (32ºF to 104ºF))

• Where it is subject to direct sunlight for extended periods, or close to heating equipment (Note that the temperature inside a car with the windows closed on a summer day can exceed 50ºC (122ºF))

• In conditions of high humidity or much dust

• Where it is subject to severe vibration

• Close to a source of strong magnetic fields

• Close to a radio, television, or other source of powerful electromagnetic radiation

Install in a level place

This unit is designed to be operated in a level place. Do not turn it vertically, or incline at an angle of 20 degrees or more.

Do not apply strong shocks

Dropping the unit, or subjecting it to other strong shocks may cause it to break.

Do not obstruct the ventilation holes

To prevent the temperature from rising, do not, for example, wrap the unit in a blanket while operating.

External Hard disk

• The hard disk is vulnerable to vibration and shock. Be sure to install the hard disk in the best possible environment, following the operating instructions supplied with the drive.

• Even using the recommended hard disk, depending on the operating environment or conditions, or in the event of deterioration because of age, the full performance of the hard disk may not always be obtained.

• Even when using the recommended hard disk to store material, the characteristics of the hard

Usage Notes

Care of the unit

Clean dirt from the cabinet and panel by wiping gently with a dry cloth. If the unit is very dirty, wipe with a cloth steeped in a little neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Do not use alcohol, thinners, insecticides, or other volatile solvents, as this may cause the case to deform or damage the finish.

Shipping

Pack in the original carton, or similar packaging, to cushion the unit from violent shocks.

Overview

Features of This System

The Anycast Station Live Content Producer AWS-G500 is an audiovisual production system including camera control, video switching, and a live distribution system for the Internet. The following are the principal features.

Chapter

Superimposed text (downstream key)

Chapter 1 Overview

LogoImage keyed in

All-in-One

AWS-G500 is light and conveniently portable, while combining video switching and audio mixing functions with video monitor and camera control, to provide an inclusive package for live content generation. Whereas previously it was necessary to assemble various devices, this is no longer necessary, and the time and effort required to install, connect, and adjust the equipment has been greatly reduced.

Video Switching

• You can switch among up to six video inputs: analog, DV, SDI (when using a serial digital interface module), and RGB.

• The system provides both mix (dissolve) and wipe transition effects, Picture-in-Picture for combining videos, and luminance keying functions.

• Before carrying out a switching operation, you can preview the next selected image in the PVW viewer.

• You can mix video using a maximum of five effects at one time, such as incorporating (keying) a separate video clip when switching between two video clips with a wipe or other transition effect, as well as superimposing text (downstream key) and displaying a copyright logo.

Text Typing Tool Software

The system includes installed text typing tool software, which allows easy creation of titles. Titles created with the text typing tool software can be used in the DSK (downstream key) or as luminance keys.

Audio Mixing

You can mix up to six audio inputs. Each channel is provided with a range of functions, including fader, input trim, filter equalizer, limiter, and compressor pan (balance), allowing the sound quality and level to be adjusted on each channel separately. In addition, each channel has a prefader listen function, allowing you to monitor the input audio before any effects are applied by the fader, and each output has a delay function to correct any discrepancies between the audio and video timing.

Remote Camera Control

• Using a camera with VISCA support, you can remotely control the camera movements, including panning, tilting, and zoom.

• The camera preset function allows you to store camera pan, tilt, and zoom settings. Using the camera preset function, you can immediately set the camera to the preset state when required just by pressing a button.

Features of This System

External Recording Material on an External Hard Disk

You can record (.avi) video material (video and

Chapter 1 Overview

audio) being input to the unit to an external hard disk connected to the i.LINK connector. By connecting the external hard disk containing the recorded material to a nonlinear editing system, you can go straight into editing operations, without the need to transfer data from video tape to the nonlinear editing system. You can also play files recorded on the external hard disk as input source material. This system can use two external hard disks as standard, or three with the addition of an option module, recording four channels (maximum six channels) simultaneously.

Streaming Broadcast

You can encode in Real Media streaming file format (.rm) in real time, for a live broadcast.

Features of This System

Example Applications

The following are examples of applications utilizing the functions of AWSG500.

Event and presentation support

At seminars, events, and presentations you can use this unit to switch among camera inputs and data from a computer, while displaying the output on a projector or large monitor.

Principal functions used: video switching (such as cut switching or picture-inpicture), audio mixing, RGB input/output

RGB input

Video output , (page 162)

RGB output

Switching , (page 65)

Recording , (page 142)

External hard disk

Chapter 1 Overview

VTR

Internet live broadcast

This unit includes a streaming server function. For broadcast to small audiences (about 20 people) over an intranet, this unit can be used as the streaming server without requiring an external server.

Principal functions used: video switching (such as a wipe transition), audio mixing, streaming encode, streaming server

Switching , (page 65)

Streaming settings/ broadcast , (page 185)

External hard disk

Recording , (page 142)

VTR

Example Applications

For the broadcast of things like live events to large audiences, you can broadcast via a streaming server (Helix server).

Principal functions used: video switching (such as a mix transition), audio

Chapter 1 Overview

mixing, streaming encode, camera presets.

Streaming , (page 185)

External hard disk

Switching , (page 65)

Recording , (page 142)

VTR

Internet provider

Broadcast

Example Applications

Names and Functions of Parts

Front Panel

ACCESS/

PFL

CH ON

2 Audio operation section

(see page 16)

a ACCESS buttons

These buttons display the ACCESS menu (page

30), and for audio monitoring (page 159). When you press an ACCESS button in one of columns 1 to 6, the ACCESS menu appears allowing adjustment of the related video and audio settings. If you hold down the ACCESS button in one of columns 1 to 6 for 0.5 seconds or more, you can monitor the audio assigned to the channel fader in the same column, and display the audio level meter for that channel only. By holding down two or more ACCESS buttons simultaneously, you can monitor multiple audio channels.

b ON LINE button

This button starts and stops streaming broadcast (page 195).

AUDIO MONITOR

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PGM

INT

MIC

2 ON LINE button1 ACCESS buttons

789

456

1023

FTB

DSK

MONI LEVEL

DIM TB

KEY

CUT

AUTO

TRANS

ON LINE

3 Video switcher section

(see page 17)

4 Device control section

1 Menu control section

ENTER

ESC

X-Y

REC

SHIFT

JOG/SHUTTLE

(see page 18)

1 Menu control block

Use these controls to access the menus and settings.

For details of operations, see “Menu Operations” (page 30).

1 ENTER button

2 ESC button

Arrow buttons

ENTER

ESC

Roller

3 MENU button

4 Jog roller

a ENTER button

Chapter 1 Overview

This button confirms an item or input value in menu operations.

b ESC button

This button closes the current menu. In alphanumeric input mode, it cancels, and returns one level up the menu tree.

Names and Functions of Parts

c MENU button

This toggles the top menu on or off.

Chapter 1 Overview

2 Audio operation section

Use these controls for audio settings and operations.

1 Audio channel faders 2 CH ON buttons 3 PGM fader

CH ON

d Jog roller

Turn the roller up and down to select a menu item. Pressing the roller like a button has the same effect as pressing the ENTER button. Use the arrow buttons when a menu operation requires movement to left or right.

4 AUDIO MONITOR button 5 Monitor level adjustment knob

6 DIM button 7 TB button

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MONI LEVEL

DIM TB

PGM

MIC

a Audio channel faders

These buttons adjust the input levels of the audio assigned to channels 1 to 6, in the range from –∞ to +10 dB (page 141).

For details of audio signal assignment, see “Audio Signal Related Settings” (page 59).

b CH ON buttons

These buttons select whether the audio channels 1 to 6 are enabled or disabled. Pressing a button enables the audio assigned to the corresponding audio channel. Channels for which the button is off are disabled (page 141).

c PGM fader

This button adjusts the overall audio output level of the program output, in the range from –∞ to +10 dB (page 141).

d AUDIO MONITOR button

This button switches the monitoring target. Pressing if cycles the audio to be monitored through the sequence PGM

t AUX1 t AUX2

t MIX t PGM (page 158).

8 Microphone

e Monitor level adjustment knob

This button adjusts the level of the monitor output and the output from the internal speakers and from the headphones (page 158).

f DIM button

This button enables the “audio attenuate” function. This reduces each of the level of the monitor output and the output from the internal speakers and from the headphones by 20 dB.

g TB button

This button lets you to speak while communicating on an external intercom system. While the TB button is lit, sound from the front panel microphone and headset microphone is output over the intercom system (page 155).

h Microphone

This button lets you speak on an external intercom system. While the TB button is lit, sound from the microphone is output over the intercom system (page 155).

Names and Functions of Parts

3 Video switcher section

This switches video.

1 PGM selection buttons

4 KEY button

3 CUT button

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INT

6 EFFECT button

7 PVW button5 MIX button

FTB

DSK

8 FTB button

9 DSK button

KEY

CUT

PGM

AUTO

TRANS

MIC

Chapter 1 Overview

2 NEXT selection buttons

a PGM selection buttons

These buttons select the video which will be displayed on the program output (page 66). Buttons 1 to 6 select the corresponding assigned video, and the INT button selects a video image generated internally by this unit (color matte, color bars, graphics files). When you press one of these buttons, lighting it red, the video assigned to the button is sent to the program output.

For details of video assignment, see “Video Signal Related Settings” (page 57).

b NEXT selection buttons

The NEXT selection buttons have the following functions.

• Selecting the video to be output on the program output after next switching transition (page 67)

• Selecting the video to be used for picture-inpicture (page 74)

• Selecting the video to be used when inserting a key in the program output (page 84)

• Specifying a camera to be controlled during camera control operations (page 133)

• Selecting the video for recording or playback (page 145, 147)

Buttons 1 to 6 select the corresponding assigned video, and the INT button selects a video image generated internally by this unit (color matte, color bars, graphics files).

0 Transition lever

qa Indicators

qs AUTO TRANS button

d KEY button

This button effectuates keying (pages 84). When this key lights green, the NEXT selection buttons, MIX button, AUTO TRANS button, CUT button, and transition lever are then assigned to keying.

e MIX button

This button effectuates a dissolve (gradually blending a new video into the existing image). When applying an effect it gradually blends in the effect (page 69).

f EFFECT button

This button enables an effect other than dissolve in a transition or when applying an effect (page 70). You can also use it as a shortcut to the [Effect Pattern] menu.

g PVW button

With this button you can check the result of keying and picture-in-picture before switching it to program output, on the PVW viewer (page 88).

h FTB button

This button fades the video in from or out to a black screen (“fade-to-black”) (page 77).

i DSK button

This button add is used to images or text to the program output video (page 78). You can use it to superimpose text and so on.

c CUT button

This button instantaneously switches the video (page 65).

j Transition lever

This lever allows you to manually execute a transition or effect (page 69).

Names and Functions of Parts

k Indicators (Ff)

789

456

123

ENTER

X-Y

REC

SHIFT

JOG/SHUTTLE

FTB

DSK

These indicators show the direction in which the transition lever is being moved. Moving the transition lever in the direction of the lit indicator starts the transition or effect.

Chapter 1 Overview

However, supposing you press the AUTO TRANS button after moving the transition lever to the middle, for example, an inconsistency between the position of the fader and the application of the effect will arise and both indicators will light.

l AUTO TRANS button

This button carries out an automatic transition with a preset transition time, either from one video to another or when applying an effect (page 69).

4 Device control section

Use these controls for remote control of a camera with VISCA support connected to this system (page 132) or hard disk operations (material recording, file playback) (page 144, 147).

1 Numeric buttons

2 PLAY

button

3 STOP button

4 REW button

8 Positioner

5 FFWD

9 Shuttle dial

6 REC button

7 SHIFT

button

During recording on the hard disk, hold down the REC button and press this button to stop recording (page 146).

d REW button

During file playback, play back fast in the reverse direction. Each time you press, the reverse speed increases (in six steps) (page 149).

e FFWD button

During file playback, play back fast in the forward direction. Each time you press, the playback speed increases (in six steps) (page 149).

f REC button

This button is used to start or stop the external hard disk recording (page 145).

REC + PLAY button Start hard disk recording REC + STOP button Stop hard disk recording

g SHIFT button

This button is pressed while using other controls to perform the following operations.

SHIFT + jog dial Aperture (iris) adjustment on

camera with VISCA support

SHIFT + numeric button (1 to 6)

SHIFT + numeric button (0)

SHIFT + REW button Skip to the beginning of a file SHIFT + FFWD

button SHIFT + STOP

button

Set camera presets

Camera reset

Skip to the end of a file

Close the file

0 Jog dial

a Numeric buttons

These buttons are used to save or recall a camera preset, or reset a camera (page 134, 138).

b PLAY button

This button plays back a file at normal speed. Hold down the REC button and press this button, to start recording on the hard disk (page 144).

c STOP button

This button stops file playback. Press shift and then press this button to switch the source viewer back from viewing a file on the hard disk to normal input (page 149).

Names and Functions of Parts

h Positioner

This control is used to pan or tilt the camera. You can also control the speed of the camera by adjusting how hard you press this button (page

134). You can also change the picture-in-picture and logo display positions (page 76, 83).

i Shuttle dial (outer ring)

This dial controls the camera zoom. During file playback, turning this dial clockwise plays the file in the forward direction at a speed that corresponds to the amount the dial was turned (one of seven speeds) and turning this dial counterclockwise plays the file in the reverse direction at a speed that corresponds to the amount the dial was turned (one of seven speeds) (page 134, 149).

j Jog dial (inner dial)

SDI

This dial controls the camera focus and iris. During file playback, turning this dial plays the file at a slow speed that corresponds to the speed at which the dial is turned (page 134, 149).

Rear Panel

1 Audio inputs

VISCA connector

4 SD video interface module

(see page 21)

Cable clips

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LINE MIC/LINE

87 6 54 3

AC IN

4 Power supply

connector

AUDIO IN

MIX

RRLL

HEADPHONES

2 Audio outputs

(see page 20)

PUSH PUSH

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX P GM RGB

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

COMPOSITE

RGB PGM

3 Video outputs

(see page 21)

I.LINK

S400

S VIDEO

(~AC IN)

5 Ground terminal

3 Intercom interface connector

* This figure is when an optional serial digital interface module (BKAW-580)

is installed in slot 2 of the AWS-G500. An SD interface module is installed in slot 2 of the AWS-G500 at the time of shipment.

a VISCA connector

To connect the chain of cameras with VISCA support to this unit for remote control operation,

e Ground terminal

When using this unit, connect the ground terminal to a grounding lead.

connect the VISCA cable (page 50).

Caution

b Cable clips

Use these clips to prevent cables from accidentally disconnecting (page 54).

c Intercom interface connector

The ground terminal is close to the audio input connectors, so when connecting the grounding lead be careful not to touch the audio input connectors.

Connect an external intercom system (page 155).

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

RGB RGB

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

5 Serial digital interface

module (option) (see page 22)

6 PC video interface module

(see page 22)

d Power supply connector (~AC IN)

Use to connect to an AC outlet (page 41).

Caution

When using a DC-AC inverter, the use of a 50 Hz (±3%) or 60 Hz (±3%) sine wave is recommended. Do not use a general-purpose inverter with a square output waveform.

Names and Functions of Parts

1 Audio inputs

2 Audio outputs

1 Microphone/line input connectors

(MIC/LINE) 1/2

Chapter 1 Overview

LINE MIC/LINE

87 6 5 43

3 Microphone/line input connectors

(MIC/LINE) 3/4/5/6

4 Line input connectors (LINE) 7/8

AUDIO IN

PUSH PUSH

45V

OFF

2 +48V switch

a Microphone/line input connectors (MIC/

LINE) 1/2 (XLR 3-pin, TRS shared balanced type)

Input an analog audio signal from a microphone or audio device.

b +48V switch

Use this switch when a capacitor microphone requiring a power supply is connected to the microphone/line input connectors (MIC/LINE) 1/

2. When this is in the ON position, +48V is

supplied.

c Microphone/line input connectors (MIC/

LINE) 3/4/5/6 (TRS balanced type)

Input an analog audio signal from a dynamic microphone or audio device.

d Line input connectors (LINE) 7/8 (RCA)

Input an analog audio signal from an audio device.

MIC/LINE

1 MIX output connector

(MIX)

MIX

RRL

HEADPHONES

Headphone connector

(HEADPHONES)

2 AUX output connector

(AUX) 1/2

AUX PGM

MONI

AUDIO OUT

3 PGM audio output

4 Monitor output

connectors (MONI)

L21

connectors (PGM)

a MIX output connector (MIX) L/R (RCA)

These connect to an external acoustic device to output audio signals (page 157).

b AUX output connector (AUX) 1/2 (TRS,

balanced)

These connect to an external acoustic device to output audio signals. The output level can be adjusted (page 156).

c PGM audio output connectors (PGM) L/

R (TRS, balanced)

These output the final audio (program audio) created by this unit (page 156).

d Monitor output connectors (MONI) L/R

(RCA)

These provide monitor outputs of any of the PGM/ AUX1/AUX2/MIX audio (page 158).

e Headphone connector (HEADPHONES)

(standard phone jack)

This outputs one of the PGM/AUX1/AUX2/MIX audio (page 157). The output level can be adjusted with the front panel monitor level adjustment knob (MONI LEVEL) (page 158).

Names and Functions of Parts

3 Video outputs

1 Reference output

connectors (REF OUT)

REF OUT

RGB

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

RGB PGM

VIOEO OUT

2 PGM video output

connectors (PGM)

a Reference output connectors (REF OUT)

× 2

These output either a 59.94 Hz (NTSC) or 50 Hz (PAL) black burst signal to match the program output signal.

b PGM video output connectors (PGM)

• Composite video output connector (COMPOSITE) (BNC) × 1

• S-video output connector (S VIDEO) (S connector) × 1 These output the final program (PGM) video. You can switch to NTSC or PAL (page 59).

• RGB output connectors (RGB) (D-sub 15-pin) × 2 These output the final program (PGM) video as analog RGB signals and video RGB signals. Connect a projector or external display. The following signals can be output (page 59).

- XGA (1,024 × 768) 60 Hz/75 Hz

- SXGA (1,280 × 1,024) 60 Hz

- 15k RGB 50 Hz/59.94 Hz

4 SD video interface module

(BKAW-570)

1 Analog video input

connectors

S VIDEO

I.LINK

S400

4 i.Link connector (HDD)

COMPOSITE

OFF

3 DV connectors

(DV IN/ DV PGM OUT)

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

2 75-Ω termination

switch

OFF

a Analog video input connectors

Composite video input connectors (COMPOSITE) (BNC) × 2 S-video input connectors (S connector) × 2

Input analog video signals.

b 75-Ω termination switch

Set this switch to the OFF position when using a loop-through connection for a video monitor or the like by connecting a branch connector to the composite video input connector (COMPOSITE).

Note

The factory default setting is ON. Use the end of a sharp implement such as a pen to operate the switch.

c DV connectors (DV IN/DV PGM OUT)

(i.LINK 6-pin) × 2

Input and output digital video audio signals.

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Notes

• Only one of the Composite/S Video/DV inputs can be used for each of IN1and IN2.

• If the DV connector is set as the output, material cannot be recorded from composite and S-video connectors (page 143).

d i.LINK connector (HDD) (i.LINK 6-pin)

× 1

When a hard disk drive is connected, video input to the same module and audio with the same source number as the video can be recorded in combination (page 144).

Names and Functions of Parts

5 Serial digital interface module

RGB RGB

(BKAW-580) (Option)

Chapter 1 Overview

6 PC video interface module

(BKAW-550)

1SDI input

connectors (SDI IN)

2PGM SDI output

connector (SDI OUT)

3i.LINK connector (HDD)

a SDI input connectors (SDI IN) (BNC) × 2

Inputs SDI signals.

b PGM SDI output connector (SDI OUT)

(BNC) × 1

Outputs final video and audio (program video + audio) as SDI signals (page 143).

c i.LINK connector (HDD) (i.LINK 6 pins)

× 1

If an external hard disk is connected, you can record together both the video and the audio, which is assigned the same source number as the video, being input to the same module (page 144).

RGB input connectors (RGB)

RGB input connectors (RGB) (D-sub 15pin) × 2

Input analog RGB signals from a computer or other source. The following image size and frequency combinations are supported.

• XGA (1,024 × 768) 60 Hz 75 Hz

• SXGA (1,280 × 1,024) 60 Hz

Names and Functions of Parts

Side Panel

With the protective panel opened

1 FACTORY USE

connector

qaVentilation

holes

FACTORY USE REMOTE

9 RESET button

0 Hole for anti-theft wire

15 9

RESET

8 1 (power)

button

a FACTORY USE connector

Output a tally signal. Connecting this connector and the tally connector of a CCU (camera control unit) or other device enables the tally lamp of the camera to light (page 139).

b “Memory Stick” slot

This slot takes a “Memory Stick.” Use it for upgrading the operating software (page 200), importing font files (page 129), exporting/ importing job data (page 173 and 174), importing graphics files (page 175), etc. While the “Memory Stick” is being accessed, the access indicator to the left of the slot lights.

c NETWORK connector (RJ-45)

Connect an external network adaptor or router. This supports 10Base-T and 100Base-TX Ethernet. The green indicator blinks while the network is active. An amber LED lights while the unit is connected by 100Base-TX.

Caution

When making Network connections

For safety, do not connect the Network connector to circuits which may be subjected to excessive voltage.

d REMOTE (remote control) connector

This connector is provided for future functional expansion.

e Internal hard disk access indicator

This indicator lights while the internal hard disk is being accessed.

2 “Memory Stick” slot

3 NETWORK connector

4 REMOTE (remote control)

connector

NETWORK

)

RGB(GUI

7 Operating monitor connector (RGB (GUI))

USB

6 USB connectors

5Internal hard disk

access indicator

f USB connectors (USB) (USB

compatible)

The upper connector is number 1, and the lower connector is number 2. Use these connectors to connect a USB keyboard. Also use them for connecting USB flash memory, upgrading the operating software (page 200), importing font files (page 129), exporting/ importing job data (page 173 and 174), importing graphics files (page 175), etc. For details of the keyboards that can be used, consult your dealer or your Sony service representative. When using the text typing tool software, you can connect and use a USB mouse.

Caution

• These do not support input from a USB camera.

• A USB mouse cannot be used with the main software.

g Operating monitor connector (RGB

(GUI)) (D-Sub 15-pin)

This connector outputs the operation screen to an external display at WXGA (1,280 × 800) size, at 60 Hz. For information on which devices can be used, consult your dealer or your Sony service representative.

h 1 (power) button

This button powers the unit on or off. If you hold down the power button for at least 4 seconds, this forces a shutdown. After a forced shutdown, the settings of the unit may not be preserved.

i RESET button

This button is provided for future functional expansion.

Names and Functions of Parts

Chapter 1 Overview

j Hole for anti-theft wire

This hole accepts a standard anti-theft wire (3 mm × 7 mm).

k Ventilation holes

Caution

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Other Parts

Be careful not to obstruct the ventilation holes. If the ventilation holes are obstructed, the unit may overheat, leading to fire or breakdown.

2 Display1 Built-in speakers

3 Num Lock indicator 4 Caps Lock indicator

5 Infrared receptor

6 Keyboard

a Built-in speakers

You can monitor the audio using these speakers. There is no output from the built-in speakers when a headphone is connected to the headphone connector.

b Display

This shows the operation screen (page 25).

c Num Lock indicator

This lights green when the unit is in Num Lock mode.

d Caps Lock indicator

This lights green when the unit is in Caps Lock mode.

e Infrared receptor

This accepts signals from the keyboard supplied with this unit (page 44).

Names and Functions of Parts

f Keyboard

Use this for text and numeric input. You can also use the keyboard for menu operations (page 31). While the keyboard is mounted to the unit, the EXT POWER indicator on the keyboard lights green. When using Esc and the F1 to F12 keys, hold down the Fn key and press the required key in the topmost row.

EXT POWER indicator

PointerCharacter input keys

Infrared receptor

Numeric keys

For details on changing the keyboard language, see “Selecting the Keyboard Language” (page

46).

Operation Screen

1 Menu display

2 Guidance object indication

2 PVW viewer

4 Source viewer5 Effect display

3 Audio level meter

4 KEY ON

1 PGW viewer

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* This example screen shows the streaming settings displayed.

Normally the streaming display cannot be viewed.

a Menu display

This displays the top menus (page 30), the INT material selection menu (pages 79, 161), the camera guide menu (pages 133, 134), and the HDD guide menu (page 147).

b Guidance object indication

The color of the guidance object indication has the following significance. Amber:when a video subject to camera control

(page 132) and external hard disk control (page 144) or INT is selected with the NEXT selection buttons (while the KEY button is not lit).

Green:when a video subject to camera control and

external hard disk control or INT is specified with the NEXT selection buttons (while the KEY button is lit).

Off:when other than a video subject to camera

control and external hard disk control or INT is specified with the NEXT selection buttons.

3 Streaming display

c Audio level meter

When monitoring the any of the PGM/AUX1/ AUX2/MIX audio outputs or Pre Fader Listen (PFL) result, this shows the audio level. An indication below the meter shows which of PGM/ AUX1/AUX2/MIX or PFL is being monitored. When the level exceeds the meter range, the uppermost indicator lights red (page 158).

d KEY ON

The indicator lights red during keying to program output video. The number (1 to 6) or “INT” of the source selected for keying appears.

Names and Functions of Parts

1 PGM viewer

This shows a program output.

Chapter 1 Overview

Normal

Program video

The program output video is shown at 480 × 360 pixels, 30 fps (25 fps for PAL). During streaming, the size is 320 × 240 pixels.

Program

video

When configuring streaming settings

Caution

• Video displayed on the PGM viewer lags several frames behind the video output from the PGM video output connectors.

• In any of the video viewers displayed on the operation screen (PGM/PVW/source) the video may deteriorate, but this is an artifact of the display system. There is no effect on the video output from the program video output connectors.

2 PVW viewer

This shows a preview of the video. This allows you to check the input video selected to be shown next, keying, or picture-in-picture result before switching to program output.

1What the preview

is showing

2 Preview video

3 Status

a What the preview is showing

Amber: when showing the video selected by the

NEXT selection button.

Green: when showing the video selected by the

NEXT selection button when the KEY button is lit (video with a key inserted).

b Preview video

Normally the video selected with the NEXT selection buttons is shown at 320 × 240 pixels, 15 fps (12 to 13 fps for PAL).

Names and Functions of Parts

c Status

The status shown here differs as follows depending on the video to be previewed.

3 Streaming display

This shows the settings and status of the streaming broadcast.

When showing video from a remotely controlled VISCA compliant camera

The status of the VISCA compliant camera is shown. No Response:communication cannot be

established with the camera.

Initializing:appears at system startup and during

camera reset.

When showing an INT graphics file

Loading:while file is loading

When playing a file on an external hard disk

The status of file operations is shown.

Play position Timecode

File operation

File operation indications

Opening: while opening a file

PLAY: during playback STOP: when stopped STILL: when playback speed is set to zero

with the shuttle dial or playback is stopped with the jog dial.

JOG: while using the jog dial.

x2: fast forward (x2, x4, x8, x16, x32, x64) x2: fast reverse (x2, x4, x8, x16, x32, x64)

Note

The x1/8, x1/2, and x1 indications are also displayed while you are using the shuttle dial for playback operations.

Play position

This shows the file play position. When the play position is at the beginning or end, z of each end lights. An icon appears on the right while auto repeat playback is set (page 150).

1 Title

2 Access URL3 Information display

a Title

This shows the streaming title.

b Access URL

This appears when the unit is used as a server for a broadcast. Audience members can view the broadcast by accessing this URL.

c Information display

This shows the following information:

FILE NAME: the file name of the broadcast SIZE: video size set in the top menu RATE: transfer rate set in the top menu STATUS: the status of the server or encoder

Initializing Starting server or encoder Ready Server started up, and encoder

ready Starting Encoder connecting to server Running Encoding Stopping Ending the encoder Reconnecting While re-establishing a

connection to the server. Failed When a connection failed to be

established because of the

settings of the unit, the status of

the network or external server,

etc. Error The encoder had failed to end, or

an error occurred.

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Names and Functions of Parts

4 Source viewer

1 Thumbnails

2 Source number 3 Audio source name 4 Video source name

Chapter 1 Overview

8 Device status 7 Selection frame 9 Hard disk status

a Thumbnails

These show the video assigned to the selection buttons at 160 × 120 pixels, at 10 fps (8 to 9 fps for PAL).

b Source number

This is the number (1 to 6 and INT) assigned to the source (video or audio). These correspond to the PGM selection button, the NEXT selection button, and the audio channel fader numbers.

c Audio source name

This shows the name of the audio signal assigned to the channel fader (page 59) or the file name on the external hard disk (page 147).

d Video source name

In viewers 1 to 6, this shows the name of the video signal assigned to the selection button (page 57) or the file name on the external hard disk (page 147). For the INT viewer, this displays the color matte and color bars, or the graphics file name selected in the INT source selection menu.

e Input signal indication

If the input level of the audio assigned to a channel fader is -60 dBFS or more, this lights green, and you can check that there is an audio input. For stereo you can check left and right channels separately; for monaural both channels are shown the same.

5 Input signal indication

6 Peak indication

g Selection frame

Depending on the selection state, the frame color changes.

Red: video selected with PGM selection button Amber: video selected with NEXT selection

button

Green: video selected with NEXT selection

button when the KEY button is lit (video with a key inserted)

h Device status

The content displayed differs as follows depending on the material.

Video from a VISCA-compatible camera being controlled remotely

Displays the VISCA-compatible camera’s status. No Response: communication cannot be

established with the camera.

Initializing: appears at system startup and during

camera reset.

INT graphics file

Loading:while file is loading

When playing a file on the external hard disk

The status of file operation is shown.

File operation

Timecode

f Peak indication

If the input level of the audio assigned to a channel fader is -8 dBFS or more, this lights red. For stereo you can check left and right channels separately; for monaural both channels are shown the same.

Names and Functions of Parts

Play position

Corresponding hard disk number

File operation indications

Opening: while opening a file

PLAY: during playback STOP: when stopped STILL: when playback speed is set to zero

with the shuttle dial or playback is stopped with the jog dial.

JOG: while using the jog dial.

x2: fast forward (x2, x4, x8, x16, x32, x64) x2: fast reverse (x2, x4, x8, x16, x32, x64)

Note

The x1/8, x1/2, and x1 indications are also displayed while you are using the shuttle dial for playback operations.

Play position

This shows the file play position. When the play position is at the beginning or end, z of each end lights. An icon appears on the right while auto repeat playback is set (page 150).

i Hard disk status

When an external hard disk is connected, this shows the status of the hard disk, the remaining recording capacity, and the recording status.

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Remaining capacity shown by progress ba

Available recording time

Hard disk drive number

Recording operations

REC PAUSE: recording on standby

REC: recording Unformatted: error requiring formatting Disk Full: no disk space left (200 MB or less) File Number Full: the number of files that can be

recorded has been exceeded

Device Error: it became impossible to recognize

the hard disk during recording

REC Error: recording error

5 Effect display

This shows video transition effect types and patterns, and transition time (page 72).

Names and Functions of Parts

Menu Operations

This unit includes top menus, which are used to make various operational settings, and ACCESS menus, which are used to make adjustments to the video

Chapter 1 Overview

Displaying top menus and ACCESS menus

and audio being input to this unit. This section describes the basic operations common to these menus.

Top menus

Press the MENU button, to display the top menu in the menu display.

Top menu

When you select and confirm an item in the top menu, submenus appear, three levels deep.

Sub-menu

Names and Functions of Parts

Note

You can set priority to be given to displaying the PVW viewer while submenus are open (page 90).

ACCESS menu

Press the ACCESS button corresponding to the number of input you want to adjust, to display the ACCESS menus, three levels deep, in the source viewer together with the viewer for that number.

Menu operations

Selecting a menu item

Turn the jog roller up or down.

You can also use the R and r keys on the keyboard.

Confirming an item and proceeding to the next layer

ENTER

Returning to the higher level

Press the ENTER button. or

Press the jog roller. or

Press the t button by the jog roller.

You can also use the t key or ENTER key on the keyboard.

Press the T button by the jog roller.

You can also use the T key on the keyboard.

Streaming

Disk Recording

File Manager

Job

Video Frequency 58.94Hz

Video Input Assign

Video Output

Audio Input Assign

Audio Output

Pan / Tilt Enable

Zoom Enable

Focus Auto

lris Auto

White Balance Auto

Pan / Tilt Enable

Zoom Enable

Focus Auto

lris Auto

White Balance Auto

Disable

Enable

Disable

Enable

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Confirming a selection

Press the ENTER button. or Press the jog roller.

You can also use the ENTER key on the keyboard.

Slider operation

Turn the jog roller up or down. You can also press R or r on the keyboard.

Pan / Tilt Enable

Zoom Enable

Focus Auto

lris Auto

White Balance Auto

Disable

Enable

Confirmation

Names and Functions of Parts

Entering numeric or text values

Moving the cursor to the next item:

Press the T or t button by the jog roller.

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You can also press the T or t keys while holding down Ctrl on the keyboard.

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Entering numeric or text values:

Confirmation:

ENTER

Enter with the keyboard.

Press the ENTER button. or Press the jog roller.

You can also use the ENTER key on the keyboard.

Closing a menu

For a top menu: Press the MENU button or ESC button. For an ACCESS menu: Press the same ACCESS button used to display, or the ESC button.

Notes

• While a top menu is displayed, pressing the ACCESS button clears the top menu.

• While an ACCESS menu is displayed, pressing the MENU button clears the ACCESS menu.

Names and Functions of Parts

Operation screen (Text Typing Tool Software)

1File operation section

1File name

section

7Sheet operation section

2Exit button6View operation

3Font operation section2Tool operation section

Chapter 1 Overview

5Page operation section 4Modifier operation

section

a File name

This shows the name of the open file.

b Exit button

Click this to exit the text typing tool software, and start the Anycast Station main software.

1File operation section

1New button

2Open button

3Save button

4Save as...

button

5Import FONT...

button

6Delete FONT

button

7Export TIFF...

button

8Export TGA...

button

9Delete button

0Close button

a New button

This creates a new file (page 98).

Names and Functions of Parts

b Open button

This opens a previously saved file. A list of existing files appears (page 98).

c Save button

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This saves a file (page 99). The file is also simultaneously saved in the Anycast Station main software, and the file name appears in the INT selection menu.

d Save as... button

This saves the file with a different name (page

100).

An orange frame appears around the selected object.

b Eyedropper tool

When you click this, the mouse pointer changes to

, and you can set the color of the selected object to be the same as the color of another object or the background image (page 119).

c Line tool

You can create a straight line. You can create three types of line: solid, broken, and dotted.

e Import FONT... button

This imports a font file from a “Memory Stick” or USB flash memory (page 129).

f Delete FONT button

This deletes unwanted font files (page 130).

g Export TIFF... button

This saves the open file to a “Memory Stick” or USB flash memory in TIFF format (page 102).

h Export TGA... button

This saves the open file to a “Memory Stick” or USB flash memory in TARGA format (page 102).

i Delete button

This deletes unwanted files (page 101).

j Close button

This closes the open file, and displays a new sheet.

2Tool operation section

Select the tools needed to create and edit an object.

d Text tool

When you click this, you can create a text object (page 104).

Note

When the selection tool is selected, you can move the selected object with the keyboard arrow keys. Hold down the Shift key while pressing the arrow keys to speed up the movement.

5Bring to front tool

6Bring forward tool

7Move backward tool

8Move to back tool

e Bring to front tool

This brings the selected object to the front (page

122).

1Selection tool

2Eyedropper tool

3Line tool

4Text tool

a Selection tool

When you click this, the mouse pointer changes to

, and you can select, adjust, and move an object

(page 97).

Names and Functions of Parts

f Bring forward tool

This brings the selected object one level forward (page 122).

g Move backward tool

This moves the selected object one level back (page 122).

h Move to back tool

This moves the selected object to the back (page

122).

9Vertical centering tool

3Font operation section

1Font name

0Horizontal centering tool

qaLower/third positioning tool

qsLower-third memory tool

qdLower-third reset tool

i Vertical centering tool

This moves the selected object to the vertical center of the screen (page 123).

j Horizontal centering tool

This moves the selected object to the horizontal center of the screen (page 123).

k Lower/third positioning tool

This moves the selected object so that its lowest part is aligned to a predetermined position (page

123).

Lower-third memory tool

If you select an object and then click this tool, the lowest part of the selected object is set as the lower-third position.

m Lower-third reset tool

Restores the lower-third position to its default setting.

2Size

3Bold

button

4Italic

button

5Underline

button

6Kerning

7Spacing

0Right align button

9Center align button

8Left align 8Left align button

a Font name

This selects the font for a text object (page 105). The currently selected font always appears.

b Size

This selects the size of a text object (page 106).

c Bold button

This sets the text object to bold face (page 107).

d Italic button

This sets the text object to italic face (page 107).

e Underline button

This underlines the text object (page 107).

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f Kerning

This sets the inter-character spacing of the text object (page 107).

g Spacing

This sets the line spacing of the text object (page

108).

h Left align button

Aligns a text object comprising multiple lines to the left (page 108).

i Center align button

Aligns a text object comprising multiple lines to the center (page 108).

j Right align button

Aligns a text object comprising multiple lines to the right (page 108).

Names and Functions of Parts

4Modifier operation section

Click the mark on a tab to select it, and bring it to the front. The modifier operation section has three tabs: [Text], [Line], and [BG]. The [Text] tab and [Line] tab are further divided into three tabs.

Chapter 1 Overview

xText tab

You can set the color and other settings of a text object. This tab is divided into the Color tab, Edge tab, and Shadow tab.

Mark

1Text color selection

buttons

Edge style selection buttons

3Width

4Edge color selection buttons

5Shadow style selection

button

6Shadow creation

section

Direction indicator

Color tab Edge tab Shadow tab

a Text color selection buttons

Select the color of a text object (page 109).

b Edge style selection buttons

Select whether the object has an outline ([None] for no outline), and select the shape of corners (page 110).

c Width

Set the width of the outline. Select or enter a numeric value (page 110).

d Edge color selection buttons

Select the color of the outline (page 110).

7Color creation section

8Gradation pattern

9Transparency

e Shadow style selection button

Select whether the object has a shadow ([None] for no shadow), and select the style of the shadow (page 113).

f Shadow creation section

Adjust the angle, distance, and degree of blurring of the shadow (page 113). Direction indicator: Click this to move the

needle, and change the direction of the shadow of the object to that of the needle.

Degree: Set a numerical value for the direction of

the shadow.

Distance: Set a numerical value for the distance of

the shadow.

Softness: Set a numerical value for the degree of

blurring of the shadow.

Names and Functions of Parts

g Color creation section

When [Paint] is selected in the Color tab and Edge tab, you can create your own color for the outline and shadow of the object (page 118).

i Transparency

Set the transparency of each of the color and shadow of the object and the background created with paint (page 120).

h Gradation pattern

Apply gradation to the color of the object (page

121).

xLine tab

You can set the color and other settings of a line object. This tab is divided into the Color tab, Edge tab, and Shadow tab.

0Line color selection buttons

qaWidth

qsLine style selection buttons

Chapter 1 Overview

Color tab Edge tab Shadow tab

j Line color selection buttons

Select the color of the line object (page 112).

k Width

Set the line width of the line object. Select or enter a numeric value (page 112).

l Line style selection buttons

Select the line style of the line object (page 113).

These sections are the same as 2 to 9 of the [Text] tab.

Names and Functions of Parts

xBG tab

You can set the background color.

Chapter 1 Overview

qdBackground color

selection buttons

5Page operation section

This is used for sheet display, sheet turning, and resequencing.

1Top button 2Move Forward

5Next sheet

display button

button

6Move Rearward

button

3Prev Sheet

display button

4Page display

7End button

This section is the same as 7 of the [Text] tab.

qfTransparency

m Background color selection buttons

Select the background color (page 115).

n Transparency

Set the transparency of the background created with paint.

a Top button

Click this to display the first sheet.

b Move Forward button

Click this to exchange the currently displayed sheet with the previous sheet.

c Prev Sheet button

Click this to display the previous sheet.

d Page display

This shows the sheet number of the currently displayed sheet.

e Next Sheet button

Click this to display the next sheet.

f Move Rearward button

Click this to exchange the currently displayed sheet with the next sheet.

g End button

Click this to display the last sheet.

Names and Functions of Parts

6View operation section

1Background

display selection button

2Capture button

3Safe Zone

button

a Background display selection button

Set the background display (page 126). Checker: display a checkered pattern as the

background.

Live: display the program output video of the

main software (page 125).

BG: display the background selected on the [BG]

tab (page 125 and 125).

b Capture button

The program output video image of the main software is captured each time this button is clicked (page 126).

7Sheet operation section

1New Sheet

button

Chapter 1 Overview

2Delete Sheet

button

a New Sheet button

This adds a sheet to the open file (page 125). You can create up to 99 sheets.

b Delete Sheet button

This deletes the open sheet (page 125).

c Safe Zone button

When this is selected, a dotted line shows the safe zone (page 127).

Names and Functions of Parts

Chapter 1 Overview

Names and Functions of Parts

Preparations

Installation/Default Settings

This section describes the procedure for installing the unit, connecting the power cord, starting up the system, and setting the date, time, and video output signal format.

Installing the Unit

Install the unit in a level place. The unit weighs about 17.7 lbs (8 kg). Check that the installation location is strong and spacious enough to accommodate the unit before installing. There are ventilation holes on both sides of the unit. To ensure adequate air flow, there must be a space of at least 12 inches (300 mm) on each side of the unit.

Chapter

Num

Caps

Chapter 2 Preparations

Connecting the power

Connect the power cord to the power inlet on the unit and the wall outlet.

12 inches (300 mm)

12 inches (300) mm

87 65

AC IN

LINE MIC/LI

Installation/Default Settings

Chapter 2 Preparations

Fitting a Keyboard

Note

Use a 3-pin - 2-pin conversion adaptor, if required.

3-pin - 2-pin conversion adaptor

Caution

Connect the grounding lead of the 3-pin/2-pin adaptor to the ground terminal. If grounding is not possible, consult your dealer or your Sony service representative.

To install the keyboard in this unit, align it with the keyboard space, with the keys upward, and slide in the direction shown by the arrow. Power is supplied to the keyboard from the main unit, and the EXT POWER indicator on the keyboard lights.

Installation/Default Settings

Note

When not using the keyboard, you can insert it upside down. In this case, no power is supplied to the keyboard.

Using the keyboard away from the unit

You can use the keyboard away from the unit. In this case, it is necessary to insert a pair of standard batteries (CR2032) to power the keyboard.

Detaching the keyboard

Using the groove locating at the right of the keyboard space, lift the keyboard out.

Inserting batteries in the keyboard

Detach the keyboard from the main unit.

Detach the battery holder from the keyboard.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Caution

To remove the battery holder, use the end of a sharp implement such as a pen.

Load two batteries (CR2032) in the battery holder, and insert in the keyboard.

Make sure the positive (+) terminal of each battery is facing upward.

Caution

If batteries are inserted incorrectly, this may lead to electrolyte leakage or other damage. Note the following carefully.

• Check that the polarity is correct.

• Do not use new and old batteries together, or batteries of different types.

• Do not attempt to charge the batteries.

• When not using the keyboard for a long period, remove the batteries.

• If a battery should leak, remove any spilled fluid from the battery holder, before inserting a new battery.

Installation/Default Settings

Infrared transmitting range

The range over which the keyboard can operate with infrared control is shown in the following figure.

Within 6 feet 6 inches (2 m)

Chapter 2 Preparations

20° 60°

0 - 95°

Starting and Closing Down the Unit

Starting

Press the 1 (power) button on the side panel. The startup screen appears.

40°

Closing down

Installation/Default Settings

When the startup completes, the operation screen appears.

Caution

If the display is closed while the unit is operating, the temperature will rise, and this may cause failure.

Press down the 1 (power) button on the side panel. The following message appears.

Notes

• The last set data is saved.

• If an external hard disk is connected, it is automatically unmounted (page 150).

This closes down the operating software, and powers off. It takes a little while before the power turns off after the screen disappears.

Caution

If you hold down the power button for at least 4 seconds, this forces a shutdown. After a forced shutdown, the settings of the unit may not be preserved.

Using the timer to shut down the system/Releasing the timer setting

While the Anycast Station main software is running, hold down the keyboard Alt and Ctrl keys, and press the T key. The following confirmation message appears.

Note

It is not possible to use this function while the text typing tool software is running.

To set the timer, press the ENTER button. To release the timer, press the ESC button.

When setting the timer

The timer indication appears to the right of “LOCAL TIME”.

When the text entry tool is started, the timer display disappears, but the timer function continues to operate.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Note

The countdown appears from -120 min.

After two hours the system is powered off.

When releasing the timer

The timer display disappears.

Installation/Default Settings

Selecting the Keyboard Language

Set the language to correspond to the keyboard being used. The default setting is “English.”

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Language].

Chapter 2 Preparations

Select the appropriate language from the list, and confirm.

Language B English

The operation screen appears as shown below.

Confirm the message that appears, and press the ENTER button.

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Japanese

Restart the system.

Setting the Time Zone

Set the time zone for your geographical location.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Date/Time].

1 Select [Time Zone], and confirm; 2 select the area, and confirm; 3 select the region, and confirm.

Data/Time

Time Zone

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Note

America

US Time Zones

Canada Time Zones

Asia

Atlantic Ocean

Australia

Europe

Indian Ocean

Pacific Ocean

B None of the above

B GMT

GMT + 0

GMT + 1

GMT + 2

GMT + 3

GMT + 4

GMT + 5

GMT + 6

GMT + 7

GMT + 8

Installation/Default Settings

The notation system for displaying time zone data in relation to GMT is based on the form POSIX minutes-west-of-GMT in which the hour decreases as you move east and increases as you move west.

Setting the Date and Time

Set the internal clock.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Date/Time].

1 Select [Date/Time], and confirm; 2 enter the date and time in the input box, and confirm.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Data/Time

Time Zone

Using the arrow buttons on the jog roller (or the T and t keys while holding the Ctrl key on the keyboard), select the item to change and enter a numeric value with the keyboard.

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The time set in “Local Time” appears at the upper left of the operation screen.

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Caution

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Each whole value between the separators (/, :, or space) is selected.

If this unit is operated for a long period, the clock may drift out of its correct setting. Resetting the clock at regular intervals is recommended.

Adjusting the Display Brightness

Adjust the brightness of the display on which the operation screen is shown.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [LCD Backlight].

Move the slider to adjust the brightness.

LCD Backlight

Viewer Priority PVW

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Installation/Default Settings

Selecting the Video Output Signal Format

Select the format of the signal output from the PGM output connectors (COMPOSITE/S VIDEO), SD video interface module DV connectors, and the reference output connector on the rear panel.

Press the MENU button.

Chapter 2 Preparations

In the top menu, select [Video Output].

1 Select [PGM OUT], and confirm; 2 select the signal format, and confirm.

PGM OUT NTSC

PGM OUT Level

RGB OUT SXGA (60 Hz)

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Caution

B NTSC

PAL

Carrying out this selection may cause momentary breakup of the output video.

Note

Video input in a different signal format than this setting can still be displayed (i.e., displaying a PAL video input when set to “NTSC” or vice versa), but the video quality cannot be guaranteed.

Installation/Default Settings

Connections

This section describes how to connect devices for video and audio input and output. The following figure shows an example system configuration and signal flow. Refer to the pages indicated for details of how to make connections. In addition, after connecting each device, you must configure settings on the unit for each input and output signal. See page 56 for details on the settings of each input and output signal.

Amplifier (page 54)

Microphone (page 50)

Chapter 2 Preparations

* Depending on the device, signal

input/output settings may be required. Refer also to the manuals provided with the devices you are connecting.

Camera with VISCA support (page 50)

Camcorder (page 51)

AUDIO IN

MIC/LINE LINE

VISCA

VIDEO IN (OUT)

SD Video

Interface Module

(BKAW-570)

S VIDEO COMPOSITE DV (IN/OUT) HDD (IN/OUT)

Serial Digital

Interface Module

(BKAW-580)

HDD (IN/OUT) SDI OUT SDI IN

PC Video

Interface Module

(BKAW-550)

RGB

Anycast Station

Speaker

Plasma display (page 53)

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

PGM

RGB

Projector (page 53)

INTERCOM

VCR (page 52)

External hard disk (page 52)

Camcorder (page 51)

Monitor (page 53)

Computer (page 51)

Intercom system (page 154)

Signal flow

Connections

Caution

SDI

• Use the shortest possible cable type (especially with unregulated RGB). Shorter cables are recommended because, in general, using long cables to connect devices increases the risk of signal noise. Even when connecting this unit to another, it is best to use the shortest cables possible.

• Be careful with the connector portions of the interface modules, which may become hot depending on the conditions of operation.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Connecting a Camera with VISCA Support

Color video camera

BRC-H700, BRC-300, EVI-D100, EVI-D70 etc.

VISCA OUT

VISCA IN

VIDEO OUT

LINE MIC/LINE

87 65 43

AC IN

To S-Video input connectors

RGB PGM

VISCA cable

PUSH PUSH

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

I.LINK

S400

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

RGB RGB

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

To Composite input connectors

BNC cable

Notes

• VISCA cables up to 15 m (50 ft) are recommended to operate correctly.

• When connecting a BNC cable, an RCA-BNC adaptor is required.

• If the camera is a BRC-H700, connect it to the RGB input connector or the SDI input connector to correspond to the camera.

Connecting a Microphone

Connections

Dynamic microphone (F-720/2, etc.)

LINE MIC/LINE

87 65 43

AC IN

To Microphone/line input connectors

PUSH PUSH

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

RGB PGM

Capacitor microphone (C-38B, etc.)

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

RGB RGB

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

I.LINK

S400

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

Connecting a Computer (RGB Input)

SDI SD

SDI

PUSH PUSH

LINE MIC/LINE

87 65 43

AC IN

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

I.LINK

S400

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

RGB PGM

RGB RGB

COMPOSITE

OFF

Note

To reduce the effects of external noise, use a cable with an attached ferrite core.

Connecting a Camcorder

LINE MIC/LINE

87 65 43

AC IN

PUSH PUSH

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

RGB PGM

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

I.LINK

S400

To DV connectors

i.Link cable

To RGB input connectors

RGB cable

Computer

For analog connection

BNC cable

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

RGB RGB

OFF

To Composite input connectors

BNC cable

Chapter 2 Preparations

For DV connection

DVCAM camcorder (DSR-PD170, etc.)

For SDI connection

Note

i.LINK cables between 80 cm and 3.5 m (2.5 to 11.5 ft) are recommended.

Caution

• The frequency precision of the reference output signal is within 50 ppm. When

building a system that includes devices such as a camera with a Gen Lock input, be sure to test it thoroughly before use.

• The color frame of the program output signal does not reflect the color frame

sequence of the reference output signal.

Connections

Connecting a VCR

SDI

Chapter 2 Preparations

• If video or audio is not output or signal noise occurs when connected to another DV device, the problem can often be resolved by reconnecting the cables or turning the DV device or the unit off and then on again.

Digital video cassette recorder (DSR series, etc.)

For analog connection

S-Video cable

To Line input connectors

Audio cable

LINE MIC/LINE

87 65 43

AC IN

PUSH PUSH

AUDIO IN

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

For RGB connection For analog connection

For DV connection

Note

i.LINK cables between 80 cm and 3.5 m (2.5 to 11.5 ft) are recommended.

Caution

• If when connected to another DV device the video or audio is not output, or there is noise, reconnect the cable, or power the DV device or this unit off and on again. This may solve the problem.

• It is not possible to connect more than one VCR to a single DV connector.

Connecting an External Hard Disk

To S-Video input connectors

MIC/LINE

I.LINK

S400

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

RGB PGM

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

RGB RGB

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

To DV connectors

i.Link cable

Connections

For information about external hard disks, visit the following Anycast Station portal site: https://www.ecspert.sony.biz/ecsite/ https://servicesplus.us.sony.biz/SoftwarePlusSearch.aspx (for the customers in the U.S.A.) https://www.sonybiz.net/anycast (for the customers in Europe)

PUSH PUSH

LINE MIC/LINE

87 65 43

AC IN

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

RGB PGM

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

I.LINK

S400

i.Link cable

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

OFF

RGB RGB

From i.Link connectors

COMPOSITE

OFF

Caution

SDI

• If using a hard disk with a standby function, make sure that the standby function is disabled before connecting to this unit.

• Power on the connected hard disk before powering on this unit.

• Connect the i.LINK connector directly to the hard disk.

• It is not possible to connect more than one hard disk to a single i.LINK connector (daisy-chaining connection not possible).

• If you disconnect the i.LINK cable, or power off the hard disk without carrying out the necessary preparations for disconnecting the disk, then files may be corrupted, or the disk may need to be recovered. For details of unmounting, see “Disconnecting the External Hard Disk” (page 150).

Connecting a Plasma Display/Projector/Monitor

Chapter 2 Preparations

Flat panel display (PFM series, etc.)

Projector (VPL series, etc.)

To RGB IN connectors

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

S-Video cable

S VIDEO

I.LINK

S400

RGB RGB

COMPOSITE

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

OFF

LINE MIC/LINE

87 65 43

AC IN

RGB cable

PUSH PUSH

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

RGB PGM

Monitor (LMD series, etc.)

BNC cable

PUSH PUSH

LINE MIC/LINE

87 65 43

AC IN

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

For RGB connection For analog connection

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

RGB Cable

RGB PGM

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

I.LINK

S400

RGB RGB

S-Video cable

COMPOSITE

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

COMPOSITE

OFF

Connections

Notes

SDI

• For more information on setting the resolution/clock phase and format, see “Setting the RGB Output Signal Format” (page 162)

• To reduce the effects of external noise, use a cable with an attached ferrite core.

Connecting an Amplifier

Chapter 2 Preparations

Audio cable

To Line input connectors or Microphone/line input connectors

LINE MIC/LINE

87 65 43

AC IN

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

PUSH PUSH

Preventing Accidental Cable Disconnection

Use the cable clip as necessary to secure cables and prevent accidental disconnection.

Using a flat head screwdriver, open the lever compartment as illustrated below.

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

I.LINK

S400

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

RGB PGM

RGB RGB

COMPOSITE

OFF

Connections

Pass the cables through the cable clip. Allow some slack when routing the cables to prevent them from bending

sharply.

Close the lever compartment.

Installing Option Modules

To install an option module, first remove the interface module fitted to the unit as standard, and install the new interface in the slot.

Note

You can install an option module in any slot.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Loosen the two screws fixing the interface module fitted as standard.

Pull out the interface module.

Insert the option module into the slot.

Tighten the screws.

Caution

When installing an option module, always turn the unit off first. If you install an option module with the unit powered on, this may damage the option module.

Connections

Settings Related to Input Signals

INT

654321

PGM

654321

PGM

These settings allow video and audio signals input from devices connected to the unit to be handled within the unit.

Relation Between Input Signals and System Components

Chapter 2 Preparations

You can assign input video and audio signals to buttons on the front panel and channel faders, then operate these to carry out switching, mixing, and combining. The operation screen continuously displays information about the video and audio input to this unit, and the video and audio program output. The following figure shows the relation between the input signals and system components, and the display on the operation screen.

Next selection video selected with the NEXT selection buttons

Shows video and audio for each source number

Microphones and acoustic devices

Program output video selected with the PGM selection buttons

Settings Related to Input Signals

Cameras, VCR.

Video signals generated internally by this unit

• Color mattes

• Color bars

• Imported graphics files

Video Signal Related Settings

These are preparations for handling video signals or the unit.

Assigning video input signals to the selection buttons

Assign video signals to the selection buttons 1 - 6 (PGM selection and NEXT selection buttons).

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Video Input Assign].

From the list select the number of the selection button, and confirm, then set the following items in the submenu.

Assigning a name for the video

Assign a name for the video. The name assigned here appears in the source viewer with the same number as the selection button. 1 Select [Source Name], and confirm; 2 enter the name in the input box, and confirm.

Chapter 2 Preparations

[

CAM1

]

Enter up to 20 alphanumeric characters.

* The source viewer can only

display a limited number of characters.

Source Name CAM1

Input S1-1 Composite

Control Off

Specifying a video input connector

Specify the video input to be assigned to the selection button is input. 1 Select [Input], and confirm; 2 select the video input connector from the list, and confirm.

Source Name CAMERA1

Input S1-1 Composite

Control Off

No Assign

B SLOT1 IN1 Composite

S-Video

SLOT1 IN2 Composite

S-Video

SLOT2 IN1 Composite

S-Video

SLOT2 IN2 Composite

S-Video

SLOT3 IN1 RGB

SLOT3 IN2 RGB

Settings Related to Input Signals

Notes

If a serial digital interface module is installed, the SDI input connectors appear in the list.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Source Name CAMERA1

Input S1-1 Composite

Control Off

Caution

No Assign

B SLOT1 IN1 Composite

S-Video

SLOT1 IN2 Composite

S-Video

SLOT2 IN1 SDI

SLOT2 IN2 SDI

SLOT3 IN1 RGB

SLOT3 IN2 RGB

When installed in slot 2

• You can only use one of the following from the same video input on the same interface module: Composite (Composite video input connector), SVideo (S-Video input connector), or DV (DV connector).

• It is not possible to assign more than one selection button to a single video input connector. If you attempt to assign to a different selection button a video input connector which has already been assigned to a selection button, a confirmation message appears. If you then select [OK], the assignment switches to the new selection button, and the material viewer for the originally assigned selection button shows the indication “No Input Assign”.

• About the DV signal lock time

When DV is selected for the input video, there is a delay until the DV signal locks and the video appears.

• When a serial digital interface module is installed

You cannot assign the following audio to channel faders of source numbers assigned for video of SDI signals.

- DV input audio

- Audio of SDI signals input through the other SDI input connector.

Settings Related to Input Signals

Notes

• The items in the list depend on the interface module installed in this unit.

• For details of [Control] in the menu 1, see “Registering Cameras to be Controlled” (page 132).

If required, repeat step 3 similarly for the remaining selection buttons.

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Audio Signal Related Settings

These are preparations for handling audio signals on the unit.

Assigning audio input signals to channel faders

Assign audio signals input from the audio input connectors or signals input from the interface modules of the rear panel to channel faders 1 to 6. If you assign different audio signals to the left and right channels (L/R) of the channel faders, they become stereo faders, and if you assign the same audio signal to both channels, they become monaural faders.

Caution

If you assign DV signals or SDI signals, they become stereo faders.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Audio Input Assign].

Select the channel fader number from the list, and confirm, then set the following items in the submenu.

Assigning a name

Assign a name to the audio signal. The name assigned here appears in the source viewer with the same number as the channel fader.

Chapter 2 Preparations

1 Select [Source Name], and confirm; 2 enter the name in the input box, and confirm.

Source Name MICI

Input (L) MIC/LINE

Input (R) Assign(R)

[

MIC1

]

Enter up to 20 alphanumeric characters.

* The source viewer can only

display a limited number of characters.

Specifying an audio input connector

Specify the audio signal to be assigned to the channel fader. For stereo audio, specify the source for each of the left and right channels separately. For monaural audio, specify the same input for both left and right channels.

1 Select [Input (L)], and confirm; 2 select the audio input connector from the list, and confirm.

Source Name MIC1

Input (L) MIC/LINE1

Input (R) MIC/LINE1

B MIC/LINE 1

MIC/LINE 2

MIC/LINE 3

MIC/LINE 4

MIC/LINE 5

MIC/LINE 6

LINE 7

LINE 8

SLOT1 DV IN1

SLOT1 DV IN2

Settings Related to Input Signals

Notes

• If in [Input (L)] you select the DV input connector, the same input connector is automatically assigned to [Input (R)].

• When a serial digital interface module is installed

- The SDI input connectors for individual channels are displayed.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Source Name

Input (L) MIC/LINE1

Input (R) MIC/LINE1

B MIC/LINE 1

MIC/LINE 2

MIC/LINE 3

MIC/LINE 4

MIC/LINE 5

MIC/LINE 6

LINE 7

LINE 8

SLOT1 DV IN1

SLOT1 DV IN2

SLOT2 SDI IN1 CH(1/2)

SDI IN1 CH(3/4)

SLOT2 SDI IN2 CH(1/2)

SDI IN2 CH(3/4)

When installed in slot 2

- If you select CH (1/2) of the SDI input connector for either [Input (L)]

or [Input (R)], CH (1) and CH (2)are assigned automatically to [Input (L)] and [Input (R)], respectively. When you select CH (3/4) of the SDI input connector, CH (3) and CH (4) are assigned automatically to [Input (L)] and [Input (R)], respectively.

Source Name

Input (L) SDI IN1 CH1

Input (R) SDI IN1 CH2

MIC/LINE 1

MIC/LINE 2

MIC/LINE 3

MIC/LINE 4

MIC/LINE 5

MIC/LINE 6

LINE 7

LINE 8

SLOT1 DV IN1

SLOT1 DV IN2

B SLOT2 SDI IN1 CH(1/2)

SDI IN1 CH(3/4)

SLOT2 SDI IN2 CH(1/2)

SDI IN2 CH(3/4)

Settings Related to Input Signals

When CH (1/2) of SDI IN1 is assigned

Caution

• For DV input, it is not possible to assign more than one selection button to a single DV input connector. If you attempt to assign to a different selection button a DV input connector which has already been assigned to a selection button, a confirmation message appears. If you then select [OK], the assignment switches to the new selection button, and the originally assigned selection button returns to the default setting.

• About the DV signal locking time When DV is selected for the input audio, there is a delay until the DV signal locks and the audio can be heard.

• When a serial digital interface module is installed

- SDI embedded audio can only be assigned to the channel fader of the

source number assigned to video that is input to the same SDI input connector. It cannot be combined with analog input video, DV input video, or video of the other SDI input connector.

- SDI embedded audio cannot be assigned simultaneously to CH (1/2) and

CH (3/4) of the same SDI input connector.

Similarly, select [Input (R)], and confirm; select the audio input connector from the list, and confirm. When the input audio signal reaches the reference level, the input signal indication in the source viewer lights green and you can confirm that there is an audio input.

Input signal indication

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Setting the MIC/LINE level of an audio input

If the peak indication appears (when set to the default MIC/LINE level of “Middle (-20 dB)”)

If the input audio signal is too loud, the peak indication in the source viewer lights red. In this case, since the MIC/LINE level exceeds the standard input level, use the following procedure to adjust it.

Example: When the peak indication has lit with MIC/LINE 2 connected to R and MIC/LINE 1 connected to L, as illustrated below.

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LINE MIC/LINE

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Press the MENU button.

In the top menu select [Audio MIC/LINE Level].

OFF

MIC/LINE2MIC/LINE

PUSH PUSH

MIC/LINE

Settings Related to Input Signals

1 Select the number of the MIC/LINE input connector to which is connected the target audio signal, and confirm; 2 select [High(+4dB)], and confirm.

In this example, both [MIC/LINE 1] and [MIC/LINE 2] are set to [High (+4dB)].

B High(+4dB)

Middle(-20dB)

Low(-44dB)

MIC/LINE 1 Middle

MIC/LINE 2 Middle

MIC/LINE 3 Middle

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MIC/LINE 4 Middle

MIC/LINE 5 Middle

MIC/LINE 6 Middle

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

If no input signal indication appears (when set to the default microphone/line level of “Middle (-20 dB)”)

If no input signal indication appears in the source viewer even though an audio signal is input, the microphone/line level is not reaching the reference level. Using the same procedure as detailed in “If the peak indication appears” above, select the number of the microphone/line input connector, and at step 3-2, select [LOW (-44dB)], and confirm.

Settings Related to Input Signals

Relation Between Program Output Display and Input and Output Formats

Depending on the format and resolution of the input signal, the size and cropping of the output video is as follows.

Material with a 4:3 aspect ratio

Material with a 5:4 aspect ratio

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Relation Between Program Output Display and Input and Output Formats

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Relation Between Program Output Display and Input and Output Formats

Operations

Video Switching

This section describes how to switch the video signals input to the unit, and output the final video (output program) from the PGM output connectors. With this unit, you can also apply some video effects.

Chapter

Note

First, make the settings described in “Video Signal Related Settings” (page 57).

Basics of Video Switching

This section describes only the most basic switching operations. See the relevant sections for details of switching and effect operations.

Cut switching

This is the most basic and commonly used type of switching. The video changes instantaneously from A to B. For details, see “Changing the Video with a Cut” (page 66).

Switching with a transition effect

In a transition effect, the image gradually switches from one video to another through the application of one of various effects. For details, see “Changing the Video with a Effect Transition” (page 68).

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Video Switching

Changing the Video with a Cut

This switches the video instantaneously, with no added effects. This is the most basic form of switching.

Basic operation for a video cut

There are two methods of making a cut, as follows.

• Switching directly by pressing a PGM selection button

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• Checking the next video in the PVW viewer, then pressing the CUT button The following diagram shows the flow of operations in carrying out a video cut.

Press the PGM selection buttons to select the program output video.

Press a different PGM selection button to switch the video.

Press a NEXT selection button to select the next output.

Press the CUT button .

Switching directly by pressing a PGM selection button

To switch from one video to another, you can simply press the PGM selection button to which the new video is assigned.

In the source viewer, select the video for program output.

Example: You may select video 4.

Press the PGM selection button with the same number as the selected video.

Press button 4.

PGM

Video Switching

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The PGM selection button you pressed lights red, and the selected video appears in the PGM viewer. The same video as shown in the PGM viewer is now output from the PGM output connectors.

A red frame appears around the source viewer for the selected video.

Determine on the next video, then repeat the procedure in step 2.

Switching with the CUT button after checking the next video in the PVW viewer

To switch while checking the new video in the PVW viewer, use the CUT button.

In the source viewer, select the video you want to switch to (the next program output).

Example: You may want to switch to video 3.

Press the NEXT selection button with the same number as this video.

Lit red.

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Current program output video

PGM

INT

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The NEXT selection button you pressed lights amber, and the selected video appears in the PVW viewer.

An amber frame appears around the source viewer for the next video.

Video Switching

Press the CUT button. This interchanges the video in the PGM viewer and PVW viewer, and

switches the program output video. At the same time, the lit PGM selection button and NEXT selection button interchange, and the colors of the frames in the source viewer also interchange.

Lit red.

PGM

Before you press the CUT button

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Lit amber.

INT

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Lit red.

Lit amber.

Each press of the CUT button interchanges the program output video and the NEXT selection video.

Changing the Video with a Effect Transition

Instead of an instantaneous cut, you can gradually switch from one video to another through the application of one of various effects.

Basic transition effect operations

The basic procedure for applying an effect to a transition is as follows.

Set the transition effect.

Select the next video to be output using the NEXT selection buttons.

PGM

After you pressed the CUT button

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Video Switching

Carry out the transition.

There are two ways of executing a transition:

• Automatic execution with the AUTO TRANS button

• Manual execution using the transition lever

FTB

DSK

AUTO TRANS button

KEY

CUT

AUTO

TRANS

Transition lever

AUTO TRANS button

Pressing the AUTO TRANS button carries out the transition automatically, using the preset transition time.

Transition lever

Moving the transition lever in the direction shown by the LED indicators (fF) progresses the transition in sync with the lever movement.

Switching with a dissolve

In a dissolve, one video image fades into another.

Basic operation for a dissolve

The basic procedure for a dissolve is as follows.

Select the next video to be output using the NEXT selection buttons.

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Press the MIX button.

Carry out the transition.

Press the MIX button.

MIX button

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KEY

CUT

AUTO

TRANS

FTB

DSK

The MIX button lights amber, and the effect indication on the operation screen shows the current mix state (progress of the dissolve).

Video Switching

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Switching with a wipe

Current mix state

Notes

• The mix state shows the current transition time setting.

• You can still change the transition time at this point. To change the setting, follow the procedure in “Changing the Transition Time” (page 72).

Determine the next program output video, and select this with the NEXT selection button.

The selected video appears in the PVW viewer.

Carry out the transition with the AUTO TRANS button or transition lever. The NEXT selection video dissolves into the program output video.

Each press of the AUTO TRANS button, or operation of the transition lever, carries out a dissolve transition from the program output video to the NEXT selection video.

In a wipe, two video images occupy the display simultaneously, with the area occupied by one growing until if wipes out the other. You can choose from sixteen different wipe patterns.

Video Switching

Basic operation for a wipe transition

The basic procedure for a wipe transition is as follows.

Press the EFFECT button.

Select the effect pattern in the top menu with [Effect Pattern].

Select the next video to be output using the NEXT selection buttons.

Carry out the transition.

Press the EFFECT button.

EFFECT button

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KEY

CUT

AUTO

TRANS

FTB

DSK

The EFFECT button lights amber, and the effect indication shows the current effect state.

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Current effect state

Notes

• The current effect state shows the transition time and effect pattern settings.

• You can change the transition time. To change the setting, follow the procedure in “Changing the Transition Time” (page 72).

Video Switching

Select the effect pattern. To change the effect pattern, follow the procedure in “Changing the Effect

Pattern” (page 73).

Determine the next program output video, and select this with the NEXT selection button.

The selected video appears in the PVW viewer.

Carry out the transition with the AUTO TRANS button or transition lever. The program output video changes to the NEXT selection video by a wipe

transition.

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Each press of the AUTO TRANS button, or operation of the transition lever, the program output video changes to the NEXT selection video by a wipe transition.

Note

You can apply an edge effect to the wipe pattern. For details, see “Applying Edge Effects” (page 87).

Changing the Transition Time

Before carrying out a transition with the AUTO TRANS button, set the transition time.

Press the MIX button or EFFECT button. The current settings appear in the effect display.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Video Effect].

1 Select [Transition Time], and confirm; 2 move the slider to set the transition time.

The transition time is set in frame units.

Effect Pattern 0004

Transition Time 30 F

Edge Off

Key Off

Crop Off

Press the MENU button to close the menu. The set transition time appears in the effect display.

Video Switching

Changing the Effect Pattern

Press the EFFECT button. The current settings appear in the effect display.

Note

Here you can also press the EFFECT button once more to recall the [Effect Pattern] menu, and skip from step 2 below as far as 1 within step 4.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Video Effect].

1 Select [Effect Pattern], and confirm; 2 select the wipe pattern from the list, and confirm.

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Effect Pattern 0001

Transition Time 30F

Edge Off

Key Off

Crop Off

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

1080 T

1100 A

B 0001 T

0002 T

0003 T

0004 T

0009 T

0010 T

0011 T

0012 T

0013 T

0014 T

0015 T

0016 T

0019 T

0020 T

0021 T

0022 T

MIX

Note

You can also close the menu by pressing the EFFECT button.

The selected effect pattern appears in the effect display.

Using Picture-in-Picture (PinP) for Combining Videos

You can generate a picture-in-picture effect by embedding a video within another video.

Video Switching

Note

When you use a picture-in-picture for combining videos, you can check the results in the PVW viewer before program output. For details, see “Checking the Results of Combining Videos (Effect Preview)” (page 88).

Basic picture-in-picture operations

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The basic procedure for using a picture-in-picture for combining videos is as follows.

Select a picture-in-picture from [Effect Pattern] of the top menu.

Press a NEXT selection button to select a video to embed within the video.

Embedded video

Execute the transition.

For details on executing transitions, see “Basic transition effect operations” (page 68).

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Video Effect].

1 Select [Effect Pattern] and confirm; 2 select a picture-in-picture from the list and confirm.

Effect Pattern 0003

Transition Time 30F

Edge Off

Key Off

Crop Off

Size Small

Location

1080 T

1100 A

0001 T

0002 T

B 0003 T

0004 T

0009 T

0010 T

0011 T

0012 T

0013 T

0014 T

0015 T

0016 T

0019 T

0020 T

0021 T

0022 T

MIX

The picture-in-picture information appears in the effect display.

Video Switching

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Decide which video to embed, and then press the corresponding NEXT selection button to specify the video.

The selected video is displayed in the PVW viewer.

Caution

When the following material is selected, the NEXT selection button flashes and the picture-in-picture effect is not applied.

• Material assigned to INT.

• Material being used for program output

• Material being used for keying.

Use the AUTO TRANS button, CUT button, or transition lever to execute the transition.

The NEXT selection video is embedded in the program output video.

The NEXT selection button changes to red when the transition is complete.

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Press the AUTO TRANS button or CUT button once more or move the transition lever in the opposite direction to remove the embedded video and return the color of the NEXT selection button to orange.

Caution

The transition time is always 0%.

Notes

• You can crop the unwanted portions from the embedded video. For details, see “Cropping Unwanted Portions From the Video Being Combined” (page 87).

• You can apply an edge to the frame of the video to be embedded. For details, see “Applying Edge Effects” (page 87).

Adjusting the Picture-in-Picture (PinP)

You can set the size and display position of the video embedded using a picturein-picture.

Video Switching

Note

You can make picture-in-picture adjustments while viewing the results in the PVW viewer before program output. For details, see “Checking the Results of Combining Videos (Effect Preview)” (page 88) and “Giving Priority to Displaying the PVW Viewer” (page 90).

Changing the size of the video embedded

Perform Steps 1 to 6 of “Basic picture-in-picture operations” (page 74).

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Video Effect].

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1 Select [Size] and confirm; 2 select a size and confirm.

Large

B Medium

Small

Effect Pattern 0004

Transition Time 30F

Edge Off

Key Off

Crop Off

Size Small

Location

The meanings of these items are as follows.

[Large]: 1/4 of size [Medium]: 9/64 of size [Small]: 1/16 of size

Large Medium Small

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Specifying the position to embed the video

Perform Steps 1 to 6 of “Basic picture-in-picture operations” (page 74).

Press the MENU button.

Video Switching

In the top menu, select [Video Effect].

1 Select [Location] and confirm; 2 select [X] or [Y] and confirm; 3 specify the position with the slider while checking the PVW viewer.

Effect Pattern 0004

Transition Time 30F

Edge Off

Key Off

Crop Off

Size Small

Location

X 200

Y -150

X-Y

The meanings of these items are as follows.

[X]: Specify the horizontal position. [X]: Specify the vertical position.

Note

After Step 1, you can specify the vertical or horizontal position by just pressing the top, bottom, left, or right part of the positioner. (If you use the positioner, there is no need to select [X] and [Y].)

Caution

When adjusting the position of the picture-in-picture image up, down, left, or right, the image shifts in 10-point increments.

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Using Fade-to-Black (FTB)

This fades the video in from or out to a black screen.

Press the FTB button. This fades out the program output to a black screen, except for any superimposed logo.

LOGO LOGO LOGO

Press the FTB button once more to fade in the video from the black screen.

LOGO LOGO LOGO

Note

While the screen is black, the PGM selection buttons change to amber.

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Fading in a different video after fading out

After fading to a black screen, select a different video with the PGM selection buttons.

Press the FTB button. This fades in the newly selected video.

Setting the Fade to Black transition time

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Fade To Black].

Video Switching

1 Select [Transition Time], and confirm; 2 move the slider to set the transition time.

Transition Time 20 F

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Using Color Bars and Color Mattes

The Internal Color Bar is provided for adjustment and test transmission. The Internal Color Matte is provided for a background.

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Select the internal (INT) source using the NEXT buttons. The INT source selection menu appears in the menu display.

Select the color bars or color matte you want to show, and confirm.

Black

White

Color Bar

B Color Matte

Lum 0

Sat 0

Hue 0

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bbbbbbbb

cccccccc

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Note

This unit can output the following 2 color bars for each video output signal format setting.

• With NTSC: SMPTE color bar (75%)

• With PAL: EBU color bar (100%)

The selected internal video signal appears in the “INT” source viewer.

Note

You can change the color of the color matte. For details, see “Adjusting Color Matte” (page 161).

Using the Downstream Key (DSK) Function to Add Text or an Image

You can add text or an image to video that already includes an effect or combination. This is useful for adding subtitles, for example.

Video Switching

DSK (downstream) key

Basic downstream key operations

The basic procedure for downstream keying is as follows.

Select the image to be impated.

Select a graphics file from the INT source selection menu.

Press the DSK button to insert the key.

Inserting a downstream key

In order to use a downstream key for text or graphics, it must first be imported onto the internal hard disk of this unit. You can use the alpha channel of a graphics file in targa format as the key source, which allows high-quality downstream keying.

For details on importing a graphics file, see “Importing Graphics Files” (page 175).

Press INT in the NEXT selection buttons. The INT source selection menu appears.

Use the jog roller to select a graphics file displayed in the lower part of the INT source selection menu, and confirm.

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Black

White

Color Bar

Color Matte

Lum 0

Sat 0

Hue 0

Text Typing Tool F5

aaaaaaaa

bbbbbbbb

B ccccccccc

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Graphics files

The selected graphics file appears in the “INT” source viewer.

Video Switching

Note

While the graphics file is being read in, the message “Loading...” appears at the bottom of the PVW viewer and in the device status in the source viewer.

Press the DSK button. DSK button lights red, and the graphics file image appears in the PGM

viewer.

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If you press the DSK button once more, the inserted image is removed. Each press of the DSK button alternately inserts or removes the image.

Note

If you change the video to a black screen using FTB, no downstream key is output. In this case, the DSK button lights amber.

Setting the downstream key transition times

You can set the DSK transition times which are the times taken for the text or image to be gradually inserted, or to be gradually removed. These are set in frame units.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [DSK].

1 Select [On Trans. Time], and confirm; 2 move the slider to set the time until the image appears.

On Trans. Time 20 F

Off Trans. Time 0 F

Key Adjust

Crop Off

1 Select [Off Trans. Time], and confirm; 2 move the slider to set the time

to disappear.

Video Switching

On Trans. Time 20 F

Off Trans. Time 0 F

Key Adjust

Crop Off

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

The DSK transition time setting appears in the DSK display of the effect display in the operation screen.

Adjusting the downstream key

You can adjust the parameters for inserting text or image, or crop unwanted portions.

Press the DSK button to insert the image.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [DSK].

In the submenu, set the following adjustment items.

Adjusting the outline of the text or image

1 Select [Key Adjust], and confirm; 2 select the item to adjust, and confirm; 3 adjust the sliders.

On Trans. Time 20 F

Off Trans. Time 0 F

Key Adjust

Crop Off

Clip 0

Gain 0

Density 100

Key Invert Off Off

The items you can adjust are as follows.

[Clip]: Adjusts the threshold level for keying. [Gain]: Adjusts the sharpness of the key outline. [Density]: Adjusts the density of the text or image to be inserted.

Note

If you have recalled and adjusted a graphics file, the adjusted values of the graphics file change as follows depending on the next file recalled:

• When a file with no alpha channel is recalled: adjusted values remain unchanged.

• When a file with an alpha channel is recalled: values return to their default settings.

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Inverting the key

You can invert the displayed parts and non-displayed parts of the combined material.

1 Select [Key Adjust], and confirm; 2 select [Key Invert], and confirm; 3 select [On], and confirm.

On Trans. Time 20 F

Off Trans. Time 0 F

Key Adjust

Crop Off

Clip 0

Gain 0

Density 100

Key Invert Off Off

B On

Video Switching

Cropping unwanted portions of the text or image

1 Select [Crop], and confirm; 2 select [On], and confirm; 3 select the side (top, bottom, left, or right) to be displayed, and confirm; 4 move the slider to crop.

On Trans. Time 20 F

Off Trans. Time 0 F

Key Adjust

Crop Off

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Showing a Logo on the Screen

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For copyright protection purposes, you can superimpose a logo (160×120 pixel graphic) on the video. When the logo is enabled, the logo is superimposed on the program output video.

Basic operation for showing a logo

The basic procedure for showing a logo is as follows.

Import a logo.

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Off

B On

Top 320

Left -400

Right 400

Bottom -320

Select the logo source file.

The logo is displayed.

Showing a logo in the video

To show a logo, first it is necessary to import the logo file to the internal hard disk of this unit.

For details on importing a logo file, see “Importing Logo Files” (page 176).

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Logo].

1 Select [Logo Source], and confirm; 2 select the logo file from the list, and confirm.

Logo Source None

Clip 0

Gain 0

Density 100

Location

None

B aaaaaaaa.tif

bbbbbbbb.tif

ccccccccc.bmp

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Video Switching

The image is inserted in both the PGM viewer and PVW viewer.

Note

By selecting a logo file from the list, it always appears in the program output video. If you do not want to show the logo, select [None].

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Adjusting the logo display

Adjust the parameters for logo insertion, and set the logo position.

Show the logo.

For details of the operation, see “Showing a logo in the video” (page 82).

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Logo].

In the submenu, set the following adjustment items.

Adjusting the outline of the logo

1 Select one of [Clip], [Gain], and [Density], and confirm; 2 adjust the slider.

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Logo Source None

Clip 0

Gain 0

Density 100

Location

The items you can adjust are as follows.

[Clip]: Adjusts the threshold level for the logo key. [Gain]: Adjusts the sharpness of the outline. [Density]: Adjusts the density of the text to be inserted.

Note

When you have recalled a logo file and made adjustments, the logo file adjustment values for the logo file depend on the next recalled file as follows:

• When a file with no alpha channel is recalled: the adjustments are maintained as is.

• When a file with an alpha channel is recalled: the adjustments are returned to their default values.

Specifying the position of the logo display

1 Select [Location], and confirm; 2 select [X] or [Y], and confirm; 3 specify the position with the sliders.

Logo Source None

Clip 0

Gain 0

Density 100

Location

X 320

Y 280

X-Y

Video Switching

The meaning of these items are as follows.

[X]: Specifies the horizontal position. [Y]: Specifies the vertical position.

Note

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Using Luminance Keying

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Video A and video B images are combined by comparing the components of brightness (luminance) to cut unneeded portions of the video B image. Generally, bright lettering is drawn on a black background, and this is used as the key.

Note

Pressing the KEY button switches to key mode (the KEY button, NEXT selection buttons, MIX button and EFFECT button light green, and the AUTO TRANS button, CUT button, and transition lever now apply a keying operation).

Basic operation for luminance keying

The basic procedure for luminance keying is as follows.

Press the KEY button (Switches to key mode).

Select the key video with a NEXT selection button.

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Select the effect pattern with the MIX button or EFFECT button.

Carry out the transition.

Press the KEY button. The KEY button, NEXT selection buttons, and MIX button or EFFECT

button light green and are now used for keying video.

Select the video for keying with the NEXT selection button. A green frame appears around the selected video in the source viewer.

When 5 is selected

Press the MIX button or EFFECT button. The button green, and the details of the current effect appear in the effect

display.

EFFECT buttonMIX button

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KEY

CUT

AUTO

TRANS

FTB

DSK

Notes

• You can change the transition time. To make this change, use the procedure in “Changing the Transition Time” (page 72).

• You can change the effect pattern. To make this change, use the procedure in “Changing the Effect Pattern” (page 73).

• In key mode, you can maintain the transition time, effect pattern, and edge adjustments for keying.

Apply the video effect using the AUTO TRANS button, CUT button, or transition lever.

This keys the NEXT selection into the program output video.

The “KEY ON” indicator on the operation screen lights red.

Press the AUTO TRANS button or CUT button once more, or operate of the transition lever in the opposite direction, to remove the combined video effect.

Video Switching

The “KEY ON” indicator on the operation screen also turns off. Each press of the AUTO TRANS button or CUT button or operation of the transition level alternately inserts or removes the video effect.

Adjusting the Combined Video

You can make keying adjustments while viewing the results in the PVW viewer before program output. For details, see “Checking the Results of Combining Videos (Effect Preview)” (page 88) and “Giving Priority to Displaying the PVW Viewer” (page 90).

Perform keying.

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Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Video Effect].

Select [Key], and confirm, then make the following settings in the submenu.

Sharpening the outline of the key

1 Select one of [Clip], [Gain], and [Density], and confirm; 2 adjust the slider.

Effect Pattern 0004

Transition Time 30 Frame

Edge Off

Key Chroma Key

Crop Off

B Luminance Key

Clip 0%

Gain

Density 100%

Key Invert Off

The meaning of these items are as follows.

[Clip]: Adjusts the threshold for background cutout. [Gain]: Adjusts the sharpness of the outline. [Density]: Adjust the density of the video to be combined.

Note

If you have recalled and adjusted a graphics file, the adjusted values of the graphics file change as follows depending on the next file recalled:

• When a file with no alpha channel is recalled: adjusted values remain unchanged.

• When a file with an alpha channel is recalled: values return to their default settings.

Inverting the luminance key

1 Select [Key Invert], and confirm; 2 select [On], and confirm.

Effect Pattern 0004

Transition Time 30 Frame

Edge Off

Key Chroma Key

Crop Off

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

B Luminance Key

Clip 0%

Gain

Density 100%

Key Invert Off Off

B On

Video Switching

Cropping Unwanted Portions From the Video Being Combined

Combine videos using a picture-in-picture or keying.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Video Effect].

1 Select [Crop], and confirm; 2 select [On], and confirm; 3 select the side (top, bottom, left, or right) to crop, and confirm; 4 move the slider to crop.

Effect Pattern 0004

Transition Time 30F

Edge Off

Key Luminance

Crop Off

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Applying Edge Effects

Apply an edge to a video border when using a wipe effect or to a picture-inpicture frame.

For a wipe For a picture-in-picture

First set the effect pattern.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Video Effect].

Off

B On

Top -270

Left -350

Right 350

Bottom -270

Edge

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1 Select [Edge], and confirm; 2 select [On], and confirm; 3 select the item to be set, and confirm; 4 adjust the slider.

Effect Pattern 0004

Transition Time 30F

Edge Off

Key Luminance

Crop Off

Off

B On

Width 0

Softness 0

Color Matte

Lum 100%

Sat 0%

Hue 0%

The meaning of these items are as follows.

[Width]: Adjusts the width of the border. [Softness]: Adjusts the blurriness of the edge. [Color Matte]: Changes the color of the border. Select [Lum] (luminance),

[Sat] (saturation), or [Hue], and adjust the slider.

Video Switching

Checking the Results of Combining Videos (Effect Preview)

You can preview and adjust the results of executing picture-in-pictures and keying in the PVW viewer before program output.

You can set the PVW viewer to not be hidden while the menu is displayed when you are making adjustments. For details, see “Giving Priority to Displaying the PVW Viewer” (page 90).

Note

Press the PVW button to switch to PVW mode (in which the PVW viewer is used for effect preview).

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Basic operation for previewing in the PVW viewer

The basic procedure for previewing in the PVW viewer is as follows.

For picture-in-picture

Select a picture-in-picture from [Video Effect] of the top menu.

For keying

Press the KEY button (the NEXT selection buttons switch to keying video selection).

For picture-in-picture

1 2

Select the key video with a NEXT selection button.

Press the PVW button (switch to PVW mode).

Carry out the transition (switch to program output).

Perform Steps 1 to 5 of “Basic picture-in-picture operations” (page 74).

Press the PVW button. The PVW button lights orange and a preview of the results of combining

videos is displayed in the PVW viewer.

Check and adjust the results of combining videos and perform the following operation to execute program output.

For details on making picture-in-picture adjustments, see “Adjusting the Picture-in-Picture (PinP)” (page 75).

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For keying

Use the AUTO TRANS button, CUT button, or transition lever to combine the videos.

The results of combining videos are sent as program output and displayed in the PGM viewer. The preview in the PVW viewer disappears (changes to the results of the next transition).

Press the PVW button to end PVW mode. The PVW viewer returns to the video selected with the NEXT selection

button.

Press the KEY button. The KEY button, NEXT selection buttons, and MIX or EFFECT button light

green, and are now used for keying video.

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Press the NEXT selection button assigned to the video to be combined. A green border appears around the selected video in the material viewer, and

the video appears in the PVW viewer.

Press the PVW button, to switch to PVW mode. The PVW button lights orange, and a preview of the combined result appears

in the PVW viewer.

Check and adjust the combined result, use the following operation to switch to program output.

Video Switching

For details on making keying adjustments, see “Adjusting the Combined Video” (page 86).

With the AUTO TRANS button, CUT button, or transition lever, carry out the keying.

The combined result is sent to program output, and appears in the PGM viewer. The preview in the PVW viewer disappears (changes to the result of the next transition).

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Press the PVW button, to end PVW mode. The PVW viewer returns to the video selected from the NEXT selection

buttons.

Giving Priority to Displaying the PVW Viewer

With the default setting, the PVW viewer on the left is hidden when three levels of submenus of the top menu are displayed. If you give priority to displaying the PVW viewer, the preview is always viewable because the PVW viewer shifts to the right (and the PGM viewer is hidden) when three levels of submenus are displayed. The effect display below the PVW viewer also moves with the PVW viewer.

Press the MENU button.

Select [Display] in the top menu.

1 Select [Viewer Priority] and confirm; 2 select [PVW] and confirm.

LCD Backlight

Viewer Priority

B PGM

PVW

Video Switching

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Features of the Text Typing Tool Software

The text typing tool software is an application for creating simple titles. You can switch between the Anycast Station main software (the main software) and this application as you proceed.

• A file created with the text typing tool software is simultaneously saved in the Anycast Station main software, and can be used as a DSK (downstream key) or luminance key source.

Text typing tool software

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Anycast Station main software

• By capturing one scene of the program output video and showing it as a background, you can get an impression of the final result of superimposing of the key, and position objects (characters and lines) accurately.

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Sheets and files

In the text typing tool software, you create one title as a single sheet.

Created sheet superimposed result

You can save multiple related sheets (for example, for a single program) together in a file.

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Flow of Operations

File

When creating similar title, you can copy a object to create the sheet, and therefore eliminate the trouble of creating a new file from scratch.

To use the text typing tool software, it is first necessary to upgrade the operating software (When the software version you are using is 1.00).

For details of how to upgrade, see the section “Upgrading the Operating Software” (page 200) in the Live Content Producer Operating Instructions.

Press the 1 (power) button on the side panel. The operation screen appears.

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Press the keyboard F5 (Fn+5) key. You can work by switching between the Anycast Station main software and

the text typing tool software.

Anycast Station main software Text typing tool software

1Carry out the operation to start the text

typing tool, and switch to the text typing tool.

Saved simultaneously

5Key combination.

Note

“Memory Stick” or USB flash memory

Font

2Create an object.

Edit the object, to complete a title.

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3Save the file.

File

4Carry out the close down

operation, and switch to the main software.

“Memory Stick” or USB flash memory

With a “Memory Stick” or USB flash memory, you can import font files, and export created titles. You can use exported files on such as a computer.

Caution

• It is not possible to use a USB mouse with the Anycast Station main software.

• If the USB mouse does not respond in the text typing tool software, try disconnecting it and connecting to the other USB connector.

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Starting Up

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In the Anycast Station main software, press the “INT” NEXT selection button.

The INT material selection menu appears in the menu display.

Select [Text Typing Tool].

The following confirmation message appears.

Press the ENTER button on the front panel. The screen goes black and the text typing tool software starts.

Caution

• If you switch while using the Anycast Station main software, the image or sound may be distorted.

• If you switch while the Anycast Station main software is starting up, the system may not function correctly. Check that all viewers (PGM/PVW/ material) have started up before switching to the text typing tool software.

Note

You can also use the keyboard F5 (Fn+5) key to switch to the text typing tool software.

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Closing Down

To power off the unit

Press the 1 power button on the side panel. The following message appears, the text typing tool software ends, and the power is turned off.

Caution

If there is a file in the process of creation, the program will end without saving it.

To close the text typing tool software and start the Anycast Station main software

Click the [Exit] button at the lower left of the screen.

The screen goes black and the Anycast Station main software starts.

Note

You can also use the keyboard F5 (Fn+5) key to switch to the Anycast Station main software. In this case, following confirmation message appears.

If a file is being created, a message appears to confirm whether to save the file.

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Click the [Enter].

Standard Operations

This section describes standard operations used as various points in the text typing tool software.

Mouse operations

• By connecting a USB mouse to the USB connector on the side panel, you can carry out mouse operations.

• You can also carry out mouse operations with the pointer of the supplied keyboard.

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Standard button operations

Click a button to carry out its function.

Standard checkbox operations

Click a checkbox to insert or remove the check mark. The function is active as long as a check mark is present.

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Standard pull-down list operations

This section describes standard pull-down list operations. Click the V button to display the pull-down list.

V button

Standard keyboard operations

• The R and r keys move the focus (in reverse video) within the pull-down list.

• Press the Enter key to confirm the item which currently has the focus.

• Press the Fn+~` key (Esc) to cancel the selection, and close the pull-down list.

Standard operations for text input

The following are standard keyboard operations for text input.

Key Operation

T, t Move the cursor horizontally one position at a time. R Move the cursor up one position at a time. r Move the cursor down one position at a time.

Shift + T, Shift + t

Delete When there is a character selection: delete the selection.

Select one character at a time, horizontally from the cursor position.

When there is no character selection: delete the character following the cursor.

Cursol

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Key Operation

Backspace When there is a character selection: delete the selection.

Enter Newline Esc Remove the cursor leaving the characters unchanged. Space Insert a space. Home Move the cursor to the beginning. End Move the cursor to the end. Alt + Enter Confirm the entered text and exit the text input mode.

Standard tool operations

By clicking a tool in the tool operation section, you can use the function provided by the tool. The tool operation continues until you select a different tool.

Other standard operations

The following standard operations can be carried out with the keyboard alone.

Key Operation

Ctrl + z Return to the previous state (Undo function) Ctrl + y Advance to the next state (Redo function) Ctrl + x Cut out an object Ctrl + c Copy an object

Ctrl + v Paste an object

Ctrl + a Select all objects Delete,

Backspace

When there is no character selection: delete the character before the cursor.

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In text input mode: copy the selected text

In text input mode: paste the copied or cut text with the existing attributes where it is being pasted

Delete an object

Object selection operations

Click the selection tool. The icon turns green, and you can now select an object.

Click an object, or define a range by dragging.

Click

Drag

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An orange border appears around the object. This is the selected state.

Notes

• If you drag over a range, this selects all objects within the range.

• When there are multiple objects, you can use the keyboard Tab key to move the selection to the next object.

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File Operations

Creating a new file

Tab

Selection moves

Press the Shift+Tab keys to move the selection in the reverse direction.

• Hold down the Shift key and click an object to add to the selection.

• Double-click on the selected text object to switch to text input mode (page

105).

This section describes file operations, including saving and deleting titles created with the typing tool software, export, and so on.

In the file operation section, click the [New] button.

Opening an existing file

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A new sheet appears.

In the file operation section, click the [Open] button.

The [Open] screen appears.

Select the file name from the list.

Last saved date of selected file

Click the [Enter]. This opens the selected file.

Note

If even one of the fonts used by the file you are opening has been deleted from the unit, a message appears to confirm whether to substitute any missing font with another font on the unit when displaying the file. Clicking [Enter] displays the font selection list. If you select a font and click enter, the selected font is used and the file opens. If multiple fonts have been deleted, all the fonts are substituted with the selected font.

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Saving a file

In the file operation section, click the [Save] button.

The [Save] screen appears.

Enter the file name in [File Name].

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Caution

You can enter a file name as up to 20 alphanumeric characters, but there may not be room for the full name in text boxes or lists, or in the Anycast Station main software INT material selection menu.

Click the [Enter]. A message appears while saving, and the file is saved.

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Saving a file with a new name

The file is simultaneously saved in the Anycast Station main software. In the Anycast Station main software, the saved file appears if you press the “INT” NEXT selection button.

Caution

If a file of the same name exists in the Anycast Station main software, it will be overwritten.

Notes

• When a file consisting of multiple sheets is saved, the second and subsequent sheets are named as follows with the file name + sheet number in the Anycast Station main software.

First sheet (file name only)

Second sheet (file name + sheet number)

• A saved TIFF/TARGA file is saved with an alpha channel.

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In the file operation section, click the [Save as...] button.

The [Save] screen appears.

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Sony aws-g500 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Usage Notes

Features of This System

Chapter 1 Overview

Example Applications

Names and Functions of Parts

Front Panel

Rear Panel

Side Panel

Other Parts

Operation Screen

Menu Operations

Operation screen (Text Typing Tool Software)

Installation/Default Settings

Installing the Unit

Chapter 2 Preparations

Fitting a Keyboard

Starting and Closing Down the Unit

Selecting the Keyboard Language

Setting the Time Zone

Setting the Date and Time

Adjusting the Display Brightness

Selecting the Video Output Signal Format

Connections

Connecting a Camera with VISCA Support

Connecting a Microphone

Connecting a Computer (RGB Input)

Connecting a Camcorder

Connecting a VCR

Connecting an External Hard Disk

Connecting a Plasma Display/Projector/Monitor

Connecting an Amplifier

Preventing Accidental Cable Disconnection

Installing Option Modules

Settings Related to Input Signals

Relation Between Input Signals and System Components

Video Signal Related Settings

Audio Signal Related Settings

Relation Between Program Output Display and Input and Output Formats

Video Switching

Basics of Video Switching

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Changing the Video with a Cut

Changing the Video with a Effect Transition

Changing the Transition Time

Changing the Effect Pattern

Using Picture-in-Picture (PinP) for Combining Videos

Adjusting the Picture-in-Picture (PinP)

Using Fade-to-Black (FTB)

Using Color Bars and Color Mattes

Using the Downstream Key (DSK) Function to Add Text or an Image

Showing a Logo on the Screen

Using Luminance Keying

Adjusting the Combined Video

Cropping Unwanted Portions From the Video Being Combined

Applying Edge Effects

Checking the Results of Combining Videos (Effect Preview)

Giving Priority to Displaying the PVW Viewer

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Features of the Text Typing Tool Software

Flow of Operations

Starting Up

Closing Down

Standard Operations

File Operations