Sony AWS-G500E User Manual

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Live Content Producer

Operating Instructions

Software Version 2.25 and Later

4-151-286-11(1)

AWS-G500E

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Usage Notes .......................................................................... 10

Chapter 1 Overview

Features of This System .......................................................13

Example Applications ...........................................................15

Names and Functions of Parts ............................................17

Chapter 2 Preparations

Installation/Default Settings ................................................. 45

Connections ..........................................................................57

Settings Related To Input Signals .......................................66

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

Rear Panel............................................................................. 22

Side Panel ............................................................................. 26

Other Parts ............................................................................ 27

Operation Screen .................................................................. 28

Menu Operations .................................................................. 34

Operation Screen (Text Typing Tool Software)................... 37

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

Installing Option Modules.................................................... 46

Connecting the power........................................................... 46

Fitting a Keyboard................................................................ 47

Starting and Closing Down the Unit .................................... 49

Selecting the Language......................................................... 51

Setting the Time Zone .......................................................... 51

Setting the Date and Time .................................................... 52

Adjusting the Display Brightness......................................... 52

Selecting the Video Output Signal Format........................... 53

Setting the PGM Output Aspect Ratio ................................. 53

Setting the System Timecode ............................................... 55

Connecting a Camera With VISCA Support........................

Connecting a Microphone .................................................... 60

Connecting a Computer (RGB Input)................................... 60

Connecting a Camcorder ...................................................... 61

Connecting a VCR................................................................ 62

Connecting an External Hard Disk....................................... 63

Connecting a Plasma Display/Projector/Monitor................. 63

Connecting an Amplifier ...................................................... 65

Preventing Accidental Cable Disconnection........................ 65

Relation Between Input Signals and System Components...

Video Signal Related Settings .............................................. 67

Registering Cameras To Be Controlled................................ 69

Stretching 16:9 SQ Source Materials Into 16:9 Aspect

Ratio................................................................................

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Chapter 3 Operations

Audio Signal Related Settings.............................................. 71

Video Switching .................................................................... 77

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

Changing the Video With a Cut............................................ 78

Changing the Video With a Effect Transition....................... 80

Changing the Transition Time.............................................. 84

Changing the Effect Pattern.................................................. 85

Using Picture-in-Picture (PinP) for Combining Videos....... 85

Adjusting the Picture-in-Picture (PinP)................................ 87

Using Fade-to-Black (FTB).................................................. 89

Using Color Bars and Color Mattes ..................................... 90

Using the Downstream Key (DSK) Function To Add Text

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

Accessing Graphics Files Quickly........................................ 94

Showing a Logo on the Screen............................................. 97

Using Luminance Keying..................................................... 99

Using Chroma Keying........................................................ 103

Cropping Unwanted Portions From the Video Being

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

109

Applying Edge Effects ....................................................... 109

Checking the Results of Combining Videos

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

110

Giving Priority to Displaying the PVW Viewer................. 113

Recalling Video Effects Instantly

(Video Effect Snapshots)..............................................

113

Creating a Title Graphic With the Text Typing Tool .........117

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

117

Flow of Operations ............................................................. 118

Starting Up.......................................................................... 120

Closing Down..................................................................... 121

Standard Operations ........................................................... 121

File Operations ................................................................... 124

Working on Text Objects ................................................... 130

Working on Line Objects ................................................... 137

Shadow Operations............................................................. 139

Background Color Operations (Creating Telop and Flip) .. 141

Color Operations ................................................................ 144

Object Layout ..................................................................... 148

Adding and Deleting Sheets ............................................... 151

Simulating the Keying Effects............................................ 151

Key Combination in the Anycast Station Main Software .. 153

Importing a Font File.......................................................... 155

Deleting a Font File ............................................................ 156

Controlling Cameras ........................................................... 158

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

158

Storing a Camera Preset ..................................................... 160

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Setting the Camera Control ................................................ 163

Resetting the Camera.......................................................... 165

Linking the VISCA Camera’s Power to the Unit’s Power . 166

Using the FACTORY USE Connector ................................167

Using Camera Tallies .........................................................

167

Operating the PGM and NEXT Selection Buttons From an

External Device.............................................................

169

Audio Mixing ........................................................................171

Recording Video and Audio to an External Hard Disk ....172

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

172

Preparing for Recording to an External Hard Disk ............ 174

Simultaneously Recording Input Material and Program Output

to an External Hard Disk (ON LINE Recording) .........

177

Manually Recording Program Output on an External

Hard Disk......................................................................

177

Manually Recording Each Input Material on an

External Hard Disk .......................................................

178

Operations on Files on the External Hard Disk ................ 181

Playing Files .......................................................................

181

Other Playback Operations................................................. 183

Auto Repeat Playback ........................................................ 184

Closing a File...................................................................... 186

About Deleting Files........................................................... 186

Displaying the System Timecode in Viewers .................... 186

Registering Cue-Up Points................................................. 187

Accessing Cue-Up Points................................................... 188

Deleting Cue-Up Points...................................................... 188

Disconnecting the External Hard Disk............................... 189

Recovering an External Hard Disk..................................... 189

Recording Video and Audio to a VCR ...............................191

Recording Program Output to a VCR ................................

191

Operating the Unit to Record Program Outputs to a

VCR ..............................................................................

195

Controlling VCR Playback From the Unit .........................197

Registering the VCR to be Controlled................................

197

Performing Playback .......................................................... 197

Other Playback Operations................................................. 198

Registering Cue-Up Points................................................. 199

Accessing Cue-Up Points................................................... 201

Deleting Cue-Up Points...................................................... 201

Using AVI Files Created on Other Devices .......................202

Using a Computer To Play Files Recorded on an External

Hard Disk ........................................................................205

Using the Intercom Function .............................................206

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

206

Speaking on the Intercom System ...................................... 207

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Monitoring Audio ................................................................208

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

208

Displaying the Audio Signal Output Destinations ............. 209

Monitoring Output Audio................................................... 210

Monitoring the Audio of a Particular Channel Only.......... 211

Video/Audio Signal Adjustments and Settings ................212

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

212

Making the Gradation of SDI Input Signals Appear Smooth

(When Using a Serial Digital Interface Module or HD

Serial Digital Interface Module) ...................................

213

Converting 4:3 Source Materials to Wide Screen.............. 213

Adjusting the Clock Phase of RGB Signals ....................... 214

Adjusting the Screen Size of RGB Signals ........................ 214

Adjusting the Screen Position of RGB Signals .................. 214

Adjusting Color Matte........................................................ 215

Applying an Offset to the Program Output Video.............. 215

Setting the RGB Output Signal Format.............................. 216

Adding Aspect Ratio Information to Composite/S-Video

Output Signals...............................................................

217

Applying Filters to the Program Output Video .................. 218

Adjusting the Audio Input Signal Levels........................... 218

Cutting High Frequency or Low Frequency....................... 219

Adjusting the Equalizer ...................................................... 219

Using the Limiter or Compressor....................................... 220

Adjusting the Audio Left and Right Channel Balance....... 221

Adjusting the Output Levels for Each Destination............. 221

If the Output Video Is Delayed With Respect to the

Audio ............................................................................

222

Adjusting the Output Using the Oscillator Signal.............. 223

Saving and Loading Various Settings ...............................224

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

224

Saving Various Settings Data............................................. 225

Loading Various Saved Settings Data................................ 225

Deleting Various Saved Settings Data ............................... 226

Exporting Various Settings Data ........................................ 227

Importing Various Settings Data ........................................ 228

Using the Switching Information of the Unit on a Nonlinear

Editing System ...............................................................230

Creating EDL......................................................................

230

Exporting EDL ................................................................... 232

Deleting EDL Files............................................................. 233

Using an EDL Created on the Unit on a Nonlinear Editing

System...........................................................................

233

Importing, Renaming, and Deleting Files .........................235

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

235

Importing Graphics Files.................................................... 235

Importing Logo Files.......................................................... 237

Renaming Files................................................................... 238

Exporting VOD Files.......................................................... 238

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Appendix

Deleting Files...................................................................... 240

Checking the Internal Hard Disk Remaining Capacity ...... 242

Formatting a “Memory Stick” ............................................243

Formatting a USB Flash Memory .......................................245

Streaming .............................................................................247

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

247

Configuring the Network Settings...................................... 248

Setting Live Streaming Transmission ...............................251

Saving Live Streaming Transmissions as Files for VOD...

258

Starting and Stopping Streaming........................................ 261

Settings Required for Viewing Streaming.......................... 263

Placing Streaming Links in a Web Site.............................. 264

Activating Each Function Simultaneously With the ON LINE

Button .............................................................................266

Activating the Functions With the ON LINE Button.........

266

Deactivating the Functions With the ON LINE Button ..... 267

Maintenance ........................................................................269

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

269

Upgrading the Operating Software..................................... 270

Menu Items .......................................................................... 274

Top Menu ...........................................................................

274

ACCESS Menu................................................................... 282

Messages .............................................................................284

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

284

List of Messages................................................................. 286

Troubleshooting .................................................................. 294

“Memory Stick” Media ........................................................298

Notes on Using “Memory Stick” Media....................................... 298

About Data.................................................................................... 298

Notes on Using “Memory Stick Duo”.......................................... 298

Notes on Using the Memory Select Function............................... 298

Specifications ......................................................................299

Dimensions ..........................................................................303

Glossary ...............................................................................304

Index .....................................................................................308

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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.

Serial No.

WARNING

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

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

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

WARNUNG

Um die Gefahr von Bränden oder elektrischen Schlägen zu verringern, darf dieses Gerät nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden.

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

DIESES GERÄT MUSS GEERDET WERDEN.

AVERTISSEMENT

Afin de réduire les risques 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 fermé. Ne confier l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel qualifié.

CET APPAREIL DOIT ÊTRE RELIÉ À LA TERRE.

WARNING

When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near the unit. If a fault should occur during operation of the unit, operate the disconnect device to switch the power supply off, or disconnect the power plug.

WARNUNG

Beim Einbau des Geräts ist daher im Festkabel ein leicht zugänglicher Unterbrecher einzufügen, oder der Netzstecker muss mit einer in der Nähe des Geräts befindlichen, leicht zugänglichen Wandsteckdose verbunden werden. Wenn während des Betriebs eine Funktionsstörung auftritt, ist der Unterbrecher zu betätigen bzw. der Netzstecker abzuziehen, damit die Stromversorgung zum Gerät unterbrochen wird.

AVERTISSEMENT

Lors de l’installation de l’appareil, incorporer un dispositif de coupure dans le câblage fixe ou brancher la fiche d’alimentation dans une prise murale facilement accessible proche de l’appareil. En cas de problème lors du fonctionnement de l’appareil, enclencher le dispositif de coupure d’alimentation ou débrancher la fiche d’alimentation.

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.

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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.

WARNUNG

1. Verwenden Sie ein geprüftes Netzkabel (3adriges Stromkabel)/einen geprüften Geräteanschluss/einen geprüften Stecker mit Schutzkontakten entsprechend den Sicherheitsvorschriften, die im betreffenden Land gelten.

2. Verwenden Sie ein Netzkabel (3-adriges Stromkabel)/einen Geräteanschluss/einen Stecker mit den geeigneten Anschlusswerten (Volt, Ampere).

Wenn Sie Fragen zur Verwendung von Netzkabel/ Geräteanschluss/Stecker haben, wenden Sie sich bitte an qualifiziertes Kundendienstpersonal.

AVERTISSEMENT

1. Utilisez un cordon d’alimentation (câble secteur à 3 fils)/fiche femelle/fiche mâle avec des contacts de mise à la terre conformes à la réglementation de sécurité locale applicable.

2. Utilisez un cordon d’alimentation (câble secteur à 3 fils)/fiche femelle/fiche mâle avec des caractéristiques nominales (tension, ampérage) appropriées.

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.

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

For the customers in Canada

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Pour les clients au Canada

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

IMPORTANT

The nameplate is located on the bottom.

IMPORTANT

La plaque signalétique se situe sous l’appareil.

WICHTIG

Das Namensschild befindet sich auf der Unterseite des Gerätes.

Pour toute question sur l’utilisation du cordon d’alimentation/fiche femelle/fiche mâle ci-dessus, consultez un technicien du service après-vente qualifié.

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

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. When you dispose of the battery, you must obey the law in the relative area or country.

ATTENTION

Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Lorsque vous mettez la batterie au rebut, vous devez respecter la législation en vigueur dans le pays ou la région où vous vous trouvez.

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VORSICHT

Explosionsgefahr bei Verwendung falscher Batterien. Batterien nur durch den vom Hersteller empfohlenen oder einen gleichwertigen Typ ersetzen. Wenn Sie die Batterie entsorgen, müssen Sie die Gesetze der jeweiligen Region und des jeweiligen Landes befolgen.

For the customers in Europe, Australia and New Zealand

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.

veuillez consulter les adresses indiquées dans les documents de service ou de garantie séparés.

Ne pas utiliser cet appareil dans une zone résidentielle.

Für Kunden in Europa

Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und Produktsicherheit ist Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Deutschland. Bei jeglichen Angelegenheiten in Bezug auf Kundendienst oder Garantie wenden Sie sich bitte an die in den separaten Kundendienst- oder Garantiedokumenten aufgeführten Anschriften.

Pour les clients en Europe, Australie et Nouvelle-Zélande

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, Australien und Neuseeland

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 aufzukommen.

For the customers in Europe

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

This apparatus shall not be used in the residential area.

Pour les clients en Europe

Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 17-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japon. Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la sécurité des produits est Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question concernant le service ou la garantie,

Dieser Apparat darf nicht im Wohnbereich verwendet werden.

For kundene i Norge

Dette utstyret kan kobles til et ITstrømfordelingssystem.

For the customers in the USA

Lamp in this product contains mercury. Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities or the Electronic Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org).

For the State of California, USA only

Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material : Lithium battery contains perchlorate.

Für Kunden in Deutschland

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

Für Kunden in Deutschland

Entsorgungshinweis: Bitte werfen Sie nur entladene Batterien in die Sammelboxen beim Handel oder den Kommunen. Entladen sind Batterien in der Regel dann, wenn das Gerät abschaltet und signalisiert „Batterie leer“ oder nach längerer Gebrauchsdauer der Batterien „nicht mehr einwandfrei funktioniert“. Um sicherzugehen, kleben Sie die Batteriepole z.B. mit einem Klebestreifen ab oder geben Sie die Batterien einzeln in einen Plastikbeutel.

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For the customers in Taiwan only

Usage Notes

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.

• 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.

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.

Usage Notes

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Regarding Cables

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

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 panel fitted to this unit is manufactured with high precision technology, giving a functioning pixel ratio of at least

99.99%. Thus a very small proportion of pixels may be “stuck,” either always off (black), always on (red, green, or blue), or flashing. In addition, over a long period of use, because of the physical characteristics of the liquid crystal display, such “stuck” pixels may appear spontaneously. These problems are not a malfunction.

Precautions for Products With Built-In HDD

This unit has a built-in hard disk drive (HDD). The HDD is a precision device. If subject to shock, vibration, static electricity, high temperature or humidity, data loss can occur. When installing and using the unit, closely observe the following precautions.

Protect from shocks and vibrations

When subject to shocks or vibrations, the HDD can be damaged and loss of data on the HDD can occur.

• When transporting the unit, use the specified packing material. When transporting on a dolly or similar, use a type which does not transmit excessive vibrations. Excessive shocks and vibrations can damage the HDD.

• Never move the unit while it is powered.

• Do not remove panels or outer parts of the unit.

• When placing the unit on a floor or other surface, make sure to put the unit down carefully.

• Do not place the unit near other devices that may become a source of vibrations.

Wait for 30 seconds after turning power off

For a brief interval after the power is turned off, the platters inside the HDD will still keep spinning and the heads will be in an insecure position. During this interval, the unit is more susceptible to shocks and vibrations than during normal operation. For a period of at least 30 seconds after turning power off, avoid subjecting the unit even to very light shocks. After this period, the hard disk will be fully stopped and the unit can be manipulated.

When HDD seems to be faulty

Even if the HDD is showing signs of malfunction, be sure to observe all the above precautions. This will prevent further damage from occurring until the problem can be diagnosed and corrected.

HDD replacement

The HDD, fan, and battery of the unit are consumable parts that will need periodic replacement. When operating at room temperature, a normal replacement cycle will be about three years (five years for the built-in lithium battery). However, this represents only a general guideline and does not imply that the life expectancy of these parts is guaranteed. Regarding parts replacement, consult your dealer or your Sony service representative.

Usage Notes

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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 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.

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 60ºC (140ºF))

• 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

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.

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.

Usage Notes

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Overview

Features of This System

The AWS-G500E Anycast Station Live Content Producer is an audiovisual production system equipped with camera control, video switching, and live Internet distribution systems. The following are the principal features.

All-in-One

AWS-G500E 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 between a maximum of six analog, DV, SDI, HD analog, HD SDI, or RGB input images with the optional interface modules.

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

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Superimposed text (downstream key)

• You can register video effect settings as snapshots and recall them quickly when necessary.

LogoImage keyed in

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.

Chapter 1 Overview

Features of This System

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Recording on an External Hard Disk

Switching the Aspect Ratio for PGM Output

You can record (.avi) program outputs and video

Chapter 1 Overview

material (video and audio) being input to the unit to an external hard disk connected to the i.LINK connector of the SD video interface module (BKAW-570) or the serial digital interface module (BKAW-580). 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 three with the addition of an option module, recording maximum six channels simultaneously.

Caution

Connectivity with all nonlinear editing systems is not guaranteed. Commercially available software must be installed on the computer for recognization of the hard disk.

The system supports both 4:3 and 16:9 output aspect ratios. Menu items, viewer displays, and program outputs from the system are all adjusted according to the aspect ratio mode selected. Input materials of different aspect ratios can coexist regardless of the mode selected.

VCR Playback Operations

You can perform playback operations for VCRs connected to the DV connectors of the SD video interface module (BKAW-570) from this unit. You can also register specific positions on a videotape and access them whenever necessary.

Creating and Exporting EDL

You can save the switching information performed on this unit as an EDL (Edit Decision List), export it to a “Memory Stick” or USB flash memory, and then use it on a nonlinear editing system. If you perform switching while creating an EDL, and simultaneously record material (video and audio) to an external hard disk, there is no need to start editing work from the beginning because you can transfer the EDL you created and the external hard disk to a nonlinear editing system.

Streaming Broadcast

You can encode in Real Media streaming file format (.rm) in real time, for a live broadcast. In addition, you can store live broadcasts as VOD files on the unit’s internal hard disk and transmit them using the internal server, or you can export the VOD files and transmit them from a separate server.

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Example Applications

The following are examples of applications utilizing the functions of AWSG500E.

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 215)

RGB output

Switching , (page 77)

Recording

(pages 172, 191)

External hard disk

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VCR

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 77)

Streaming settings/ broadcast , (page 247)

External hard disk

Recording , (pages 172, 191)

VCR

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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

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mixing, streaming encode, camera presets

Streaming , (page 247)

External hard disk

Switching , (page 77)

Recording

(pages 172, 191)

Broadcast

Internet provider

VCR

Simplification of re-editing after events

If you export an EDL (Edit Decision List) file with switching information from an event saved and then use it on a nonlinear editing system in combination with a material file recorded on an external hard disk, you can complete re-editing work by just modifying the EDL.

Principal functions used: creating EDL, exporting EDL

Creating EDL , (page 230)

USB flash memory

External hard disk

Switching , (page 77)

Recording , (page 172)

Exporting EDL , (page 232)

“Memory Stick”

Nonlinear editing system

External hard disk used for recording the material , (page 205)

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Names and Functions of Parts

Front Panel

ACCESS/

PFL

CH ON

2 Audio operation section

(see page 18)

a ACCESS buttons

These buttons are used for displaying the ACCESS menu (page 35) and monitoring audio (page 211). 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. Information on input signals appears on the left side of the menu. 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 has the following functions.

• Execute/stop streaming broadcast (page 261)

• Start/stop recording of material and program output to external hard disks (page 177)

• Start/stop recording to VCRs connected to the DV connectors (page 195)

• Start/end EDL creation (page 231)

You can also start all these functions simultaneously.

AUDIO MONITOR

654321

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 19)

4 Device control section

1 Menu control section

ENTER

ESC

X-Y

REC

SHIFT

JOG/SHUTTLE

(see page 20)

1 Menu control section

Use these controls to operate the top menus and ACCESS menus.

For details of operations, see “Menu Operations” (page 34).

1 ENTER button

2 ESC button

Arrow buttons

ENTER

ESC

Roller

3 MENU button

4 Jog roller

a ENTER button

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

b ESC button

This button closes the top menu and ACCESS menu or cancels numeric and character input and returns to one level above.

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Furthermore, pressing the ON LINE button while holding down the ESC button enables you to forcibly stop the following operations.

ESC + ON LINE buttons • Stop recording to an

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external hard disk

• Stop recording to a VCR

• Stop streaming

• Stop EDL creation

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

c MENU button

This toggles the top menu on or off.

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

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 171).

For details of audio signal assignment, see “Audio Signal Related Settings” (page 71).

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 not lit are disabled (page 171). You can also link the enabling of the audio channels with the switching of the PGM selection buttons (page 74).

c PGM fader

This button adjusts the overall audio output level of the program output, in the range from –∞ to +10 dB (page 171).

MIC

8 Microphone

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 210).

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 210).

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 207).

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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 207).

3 Video switcher section

This switches video.

4 KEY button

1 PGM selection buttons

2 NEXT selection buttons

3 CUT button

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a PGM selection buttons

These buttons select the video which will be displayed on the program output (page 78). 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 67).

6 EFFECT button

7 PVW button5 MIX button

FTB

DSK

8 FTB button

9 DSK button

KEY

CUT

PGM

AUTO

INT

TRANS

MIC

0 Transition lever

qa Indicators

qs AUTO TRANS button

A graphic file (SD_Safe_Area.tga (straight line: 90%, dotted line: 80%)) is provided for displaying safe areas.

c CUT button

This button instantaneously switches the video (page 77).

d KEY button

This button effectuates keying (page 99). When this key lights green, the NEXT selection buttons, MIX button, AUTO TRANS button, CUT button, and transition lever are then assigned to keying.

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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 79)

• Selecting the video to be used for picture-inpicture (page 86)

• Selecting the video to be used when inserting a key in the program output (page 99)

• Specifying a camera to be controlled during camera control operations (page 158)

• Selecting the video for recording or playback (pages 179, 181)

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).

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 81).

f EFFECT button

This button enables an effect other than dissolve in a transition or when applying an effect (page 82). You can also use it as a shortcut to the [Effect Pattern] menu (page 85).

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 110).

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789

456

123

ENTER

X-Y

REC

SHIFT

JOG/SHUTTLE

FTB

DSK

h FTB button

This button fades the video in from or out to a black screen (“fade-to-black”) (page 89).

i DSK button

This button add is used to images or text to the program output video (page 90). You can use it to superimpose text and so on.

j Transition lever

This lever allows you to manually execute a transition or effect (page 81).

k Indicators (Ff)

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. 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 81).

4 Device control section

Use these controls to remotely control a camera with VISCA support connected to this unit (page

158), perform hard disk operations (material

recording, file playback) (pages 179, 181), perform VCR playback operations (page 197), or to access graphics files quickly (page 94).

1 Numeric buttons

2 PLAY

button

3 STOP button

4 REW button

8 Positioner

6 REC button

7 SHIFT

button

5 FFWD

button

9 Shuttle dial

0 Jog dial

a Numeric buttons

These buttons are used to access graphics files quickly, register and recall video effect snapshots, register and recall camera presets, reset cameras, and cue up files (pages 94, 113, 160, 165, 187).

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 178).

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 183). While recording to an external hard disk, press this button while holding down the REC button to stop recording (page 180). While recording program output, press this button while holding down the SHIFT and REC buttons to stop recording (page 178).

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 183).

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 183).

f REC button

This button is used to start or stop the external hard disk recording (page 179).

REC + NEXT selection buttons

REC + PLAY buttons Start material recording

REC + STOP buttons Stop material recording

SHIFT + REC + PLAY buttons

SHIFT + REC + STOP buttons

Reserve or cancel material recording

Start program output recording

Stop program output recording

g SHIFT button

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

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SHIFT + jog dial Aperture (iris) adjustment on

camera with VISCA support

SHIFT + numeric buttons (1 to 6)

SHIFT + numeric buttons (1 to 9)

SHIFT + numeric buttons (0)

SHIFT + numeric buttons (8)

SHIFT + numeric buttons (9)

SHIFT + REW buttons

SHIFT + FFWD buttons

SHIFT + STOP buttons

SHIFT + ENTER buttons

SHIFT + ESC buttons Process all files excluding

SHIFT + REC + PLAY buttons

SHIFT + REC + STOP buttons

• Set camera presets

• Register hard disk and VCR cue-up points

• Register quick access graphics files

• Register video effect snapshots

Camera reset

• Skip to the beginning of a file

• Move back one frame on a VCR

• Skip to the end of a file

• Move forward one frame on a VCR

• Close a file

• Pause playback on a VCR

• Delete preset data simultaneously

• Process all files including files that will be overwritten

files that will be overwritten

Start program output recording

Stop program output recording

corresponds to the amount the dial was turned (pages 159, 183).

j Jog dial (inner dial)

This dial controls the camera focus and iris (page

159) and performs playback operations for VCRs or files stored on the external hard disk (page 183).

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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

159). This control can also be used to change the display positions for picture-in-picture and logos (pages 88, 99), and to move the Auto Chroma Key cursor (page 106).

i Shuttle dial (outer ring)

This dial controls the camera zoom. During file or VCR playback, turning this dial clockwise plays the file in the forward direction at a speed that corresponds to the amount the dial was turned and turning this dial counterclockwise plays the file in the reverse direction at a speed that

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Rear Panel

SDI

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1 Audio inputs

VISCA

connector

4 SD video interface module (option)

(see page 23)

Cable clips

LINE MIC/LINE

87 6 54 3

AC IN

4 Power supply

connector

AUDIO IN

MIX

RRLL

HEADPHONES

2 Audio outputs

(see page 23)

PUSH PUSH

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX P GM RGB

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

COMPOSITE

RGB PGM

3 Video outputs

(see page 23)

I.LINK

S400

S VIDEO

(~AC IN)

5 Ground terminal

3 Intercom interface connector

* This figure is when an optional interface modules are installed in slots of

the AWS-G500E. The blank panels are installed in all slot of the AWSG500E at the time of shipment.

a VISCA connector

To connect the chain of cameras with VISCA support to this unit for remote control operation, connect the VISCA cable (page 59).

Caution

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

b Cable clips

connectors.

Use these clips to prevent cables from accidentally disconnecting (page 65).

1 Audio inputs

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

RGB RGB

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

5 Serial digital interface

module (option) (see page 24)

6 PC video interface module

(option) (see page 25)

7 HD video interface module

(option) (see page 25)

8 HD serial digital interface

module (option) (see page 25)

c Intercom interface connector

Connect an external intercom system (page 207).

d Power supply connector (~AC IN)

Use to connect to an AC outlet (page 46).

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.

e Ground terminal

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

Names and Functions of Parts

1 Microphone/line input connectors

(MIC/LINE) 1/2

AUDIO IN

LINE MIC/LINE

87 6 5 43

PUSH PUSH

MIC/LINE

45V

OFF

2 +48V switch

3 Microphone/line input connectors

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

4 Line input connectors (LINE) 7/8

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.

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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.

2 Audio outputs

1 MIX output connector

(MIX)

2 AUX output connector

(AUX) 1/2

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 60 Hz (NTSC) or 50 Hz (PAL) reference signal to match the program output signal.

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RRL

HEADPHONES

Headphone connector

(HEADPHONES)

MIX

MONI

AUDIO OUT

AUX PGM

4 Monitor output

L21

3 PGM audio output

connectors (PGM)

connectors (MONI)

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

These connect to an external acoustic device to output audio signals (page 209).

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 208).

c PGM audio output connectors (PGM) L/

R (TRS, balanced)

These output the final audio (program audio) created by this unit (page 208).

d Monitor output connectors (MONI) L/R

(TRS, balanced)

These provide monitor outputs of any of the PGM/ AUX1/AUX2/MIX audio (page 210).

e Headphone connector (HEADPHONES)

(standard phone jack)

This outputs one of the PGM/AUX1/AUX2/MIX audio (page 209). The output level can be adjusted with the front panel monitor level adjustment knob (MONI LEVEL) (page 210).

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 (60 Hz) or PAL (50 Hz) (page 71).

• 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 71).

- XGA (1,024 × 768) 60 Hz/75 Hz

- SXGA (1,280 × 1,024) 60 Hz

- WXGA (1,280 × 768) 60 Hz/75 Hz

- 15k RGB 50 Hz/59.94 Hz

4 SD video interface module

(BKAW-570) (Option)

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

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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

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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.

b SDI output connector (SDI OUT) (BNC)

× 1

Outputs final video and audio (program video + audio) as SDI signals (page 193).

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

× 1

If an external hard disk is connected, material and program output can be recorded. The following three types of recording are available for an external hard disk.

• Manually record video input to the same interface module in combination with audio that has the same source number as the video (page 178).

• Manually record program output (page 177).

• Simultaneously record material and program output (ON LINE recording) (page 177).

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 193).

d i.LINK connector (HDD) (i.LINK 6-pin) × 1

If an external hard disk is connected, material and program output can be recorded. The following three types of recording are available for an external hard disk.

• Manually record video input to the same interface module in combination with audio that has the same source number as the video (page 178).

• Manually record program output (page 177).

• Simultaneously record material and program output (ON LINE recording) (page 177).

5 Serial digital interface module

(BKAW-580) (Option)

1 SDI input

connectors (SDI IN)

Serial digital interface module (BKAW-581) (Option)

1 SDI input connectors

(SDI IN)

2 SDI output connector (SDI OUT)

3 SD indicator

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

Inputs SDI signals.

b SDI output connector (SDI OUT) (BNC)

× 1

Outputs final video and audio (program video + audio) as SDI signals (page 193).

c SD indicator

This lights or turns off in the following situations.

Lights When output of SDI signals is possible

(4:3 and 16:9 SD modes (page 54)).

Turns off When output of SDI signals is not possible

(16:9 HD mode (page 54)). A black image signal is output.

2 SDI output connector

(SDI OUT)

3 i.LINK connector (HDD)

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

Inputs SDI signals.

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6 PC video interface module

RGB RGB

(BKAW-550) (Option)

Lights When output of HD analog signals is

possible (16:9 HD mode (page 54)).

Turns off When output of HD analog signals is not

possible (4:3 and 16:9 SD modes (page

54)). A black image signal is output.

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RGB input connectors (RGB)

RGB input connectors (RGB) (D-sub 15-

× 2

pin)

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, 70 Hz, 75 Hz

• SXGA (1,280 × 1,024) 60 Hz, 75 Hz

• WXGA (1,280 × 768) 60 Hz

Caution

WXGA inputs will be vertically reduced approximately 6%.

7 HD video interface module

(BKAW-560) (Option)

1 HD analog input

connectors (YP

2 HD analog output connector (YP

BPR IN)

BPR OUT)

8 HD serial digital interface module

(BKAW-590) (Option)

1 HD SDI input connectors

(HD SDI IN)

2 HD SDI output connector (HD SDI

OUT)

3 HD indicator

a HD SDI input connectors (HD SDI IN)

(BNC) × 2

These input HD SDI signals. The following signal formats for input are supported.

• 720/59.94p, 720/50p

• 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i

b HD SDI output connector (HD SDI OUT)

(BNC) × 1

This outputs HD SDI signals. The following signal formats for output are supported.

• 720/59.94p, 720/50p

• 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i

3 HD indicator

a HD analog input connectors (YPBPR IN)

(D-sub 15-pin) × 2

These input HD analog signals. The following signal formats for input are supported.

• 720/59.94p, 720/50p

• 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i

b HD analog output connector (YPBPR

OUT) (D-sub 15-pin) × 1

This outputs HD analog signals. The following signal formats for output are supported.

• 720/59.94p, 720/50p

• 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i

c HD indicator

This lights or turns off in the following situations.

c HD indicator

This lights or turns off in the following situations.

Lights When output of HD SDI signals is possible

(16:9 HD mode (page 54)).

Turns off When output of HD SDI signals is not

possible (4:3 and 16:9 SD modes (page

54)). A black image signal is output.

Caution

If the HD SDI IN connectors of the HD serial digital interface module are open, a malfunction may occur in the HD SDI circuit due to noise from the nearby equipment. When using this module, be sure to attach 75 Ω terminators to the HD SDI IN connectors so as not to be open.

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Side Panel

With the protective panel opened

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1 FACTORY USE

connector

qa Ventilation

holes

0 Hole for anti-theft wire

9 RESET button

a FACTORY USE connector

Inputs and outputs GPI signals.

• 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 167).

• When an external device is connected, you can perform PGM and NEXT selection button operations from the external device (page 169).

b “Memory Stick” slot

This slot takes a “Memory Stick.” Use it for upgrading the operating software (page 270), importing font files (page 155), exporting/ importing job data (pages 227, 228), exporting EDL, importing graphics and logo files (page

235), exporting graphics files created with Text

Typing Tool (page 129), exporting VOD files (page 238), etc. While the “Memory Stick” is being accessed, the access indicator to the left of the slot lights.

2 “Memory Stick” slot

3 NETWORK connector

4 REMOTE (remote control)

connector

FACTORY USE REMOTE

15 9

RESET

8 1 (power)

button

)

RGB(GUI

7 Operating monitor connector (RGB (GUI))

NETWORK

USB

5 Internal hard disk

access indicator

6 USB connectors

ATTENTION

Par mesure de sécurité, ne raccordez pas le connecteur pour le câblage de périphériques pouvant avoir une tension excessive à ce port. Suivez les instructions pour ce port.

VORSICHT

Aus Sicherheitsgründen nicht mit einem Peripheriegerät-Anschluss verbinden, der zu starke Spannung für diese Buchse haben könnte. Folgen Sie den Anweisungen für diese Buchse.

CAUTION

When you connect the network cable of the unit to peripheral device, use a shielded-type cable to prevent malfunction due to radiation noise.

d REMOTE (remote control) connector

This connector is provided for future functional expansion.

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

For safety, do not connect the connector for peripheral device wiring that might have excessive voltage to this port. Follow the instructions for this port.

Names and Functions of Parts

e Internal hard disk access indicator

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

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 270), importing font files (page 155), exporting/ importing job data (pages 227, 228), exporting EDL, importing graphics and logo files (page

235), exporting graphics files created with Text Typing Tool (page 129), exporting VOD files (page 238), etc.

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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.

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.

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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.

Other Parts

j Hole for anti-theft wire

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

k Ventilation holes

Caution

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

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.

6 Keyboard

b Display

This shows the operation screen (page 28).

c Num Lock indicator

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

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d Caps Lock indicator

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

When using Esc and the F1 to F12 keys, hold down the Fn key and press the required key in the topmost row.

e Infrared receptor

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This accepts signals from the keyboard supplied with this unit (page 49).

f Keyboard

Use this for text and numeric input. You can also use the keyboard for menu operations (page 35). While the keyboard is mounted to the unit, the EXT POWER indicator on the keyboard lights green.

Operation Screen

1 Menu display

2 Guidance object

indication

2 PVW viewer

EXT POWER indicator

PointerCharacter input keys

Infrared receptor

Numeric keys

For details on changing the keyboard language, see “Selecting the Language” (page 51).

3 Audio level meter

1 PGM viewer

4 Source viewer5 Effect display

* This example screen shows the streaming settings displayed.

Normally the streaming display cannot be viewed.

a Menu display

This displays the top menus (page 34), the INT material selection menu (pages 91, 215), the graphics preset menu (page 94), the camera guide menu (pages 158, 160), the HDD guide menu (page 181), and the VCR guide menu (page 197).

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4 KEY status display

3 Streaming display

b Guidance object indication

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

(page 158), external hard disk control (page

178), or VCR playback control (page 197), or INT is selected with the NEXT selection buttons (while the KEY button is not lit).

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Green: When a video subject to camera control,

external hard disk control, or VCR playback 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.

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 210).

1 PGM viewer

This shows a program output.

3Program

d KEY status display

The indicator lights red during keying to program output video. The number (1 to 6) or “INT” of the source selected for keying appears. In addition, when [Chroma Key] (page 103) or [Luminance Key] (page 99) is selected for [Key Type] in the Video Effect menu, “Chroma” or “Lum” appears respectively.

2Hard disk status1EDL status

video

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Normal

a EDL status

During EDL creation, this shows the status of the creation operation.

Creation operation indications

: ON LINE reservation status

: ON LINE execution status

(EDL creation in progress)

b Hard disk status

During program output recording, this shows the hard disk status, remaining capacity, and recording operation.

4VCR status

When configuring streaming settings

Hard disk drive number

Recording operation

Remaining capacity is indicated by a progress bar

Remaining time

Recording operation indications

REC PAUSE: Recording on standby

REC: Recording

: ON LINE recording reservation (press

the ON LINE button to enter a recording start state)

Unformatted: Formatting required

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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

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the hard disk during recording

c Program video

Displays the program output video. The size of the video differs, depending on the PGM output aspect ratio setting (page 53).

• When using 4:3 mode The video is displayed at 480 × 360 pixels at about 30 fps (about 25 fps for PAL). During streaming, the size is 320 × 240 pixels.

• When using 16:9 SD or 16:9 HD mode The video is displayed at 426 × 240 pixels at about 30 fps (about 25 fps for PAL).

Recording operation indications

: ON LINE reservation

status (You can start recording by pressing the ON LINE button.)

: ON LINE execution status

(Recording to VCR in progress.)

: Recording has stopped due to

reasons including the tape ending

No Cassette: There is no videocassette, disc, or

other medium inserted

No Response: Cannot control playback from the

unit

Indications when manual playback controls are performed during recording control

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

REC PAUSE: Recording on standby

No Cassette: There is no videocassette, disc, or

other medium inserted

No Response: Interface has not been established

: Recording

: Stopped

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.

d VCR status

PLAY: Playback

STILL: Paused

: Fast forward : Fast reverse

While recording to a VCR, this shows the status of the recording operation.

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.

1 What the preview

is showing

2 Preview video

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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

Under normal conditions, this displays the video selected with the NEXT selection buttons. The size of the video differs, depending on the PGM output aspect ratio setting (page 53).

• When using 4:3 mode The video is displayed at 320 × 240 pixels at about 15 fps (about 12 to 13 fps for PAL).

• When using 16:9 SD or 16:9 HD mode The video is displayed at 426 × 240 pixels at about 15 fps (about 12 to 13 fps for PAL).

c Status

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

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.

Play position

While auto repeat playback is set, an icon is displayed on the right side, and the positions of the start and end points are indicated if they have been set (page 184).

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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: Opening a file

PLAY: Playback STOP: Stopped STILL: Playback speed is set to zero with the

shuttle dial, or playback is stopped with the jog dial

JOG: Using the jog dial

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

Start point End point Icon

When performing playback on a VCR

Timecode

VCR playback operation

VCR playback indications

PLAY: Playback

STOP: Stopped

STILL: Playback speed has been set to zero

with the shuttle dial, or playback has been stopped with the jog dial

JOG: The jog dial operation in progress

: Fast forward : Fast reverse

No Cassette: There is no videocassette, disc, or

other medium inserted

No Response: Interface has not been established

REC: Recording

REC PAUSE: Recording on standby

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3 Streaming display

This shows the settings and status of the streaming broadcast.

1 VOD icon

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2 ON LINE icon

3 Information display4 Live access

URL

5 Title

a VOD icon

This appears when a VOD file has been saved and the internal server is running.

b ON LINE icon

This appears when streaming can be started after the ON LINE button has been pressed.

c Information display

This shows the following information:

• the file name registered in the top menu

• video size set in the top menu

• transfer rate set in the top menu

• the status of the server or encoder

Initializing Starting server or encoder

Live Ready and/or VOD Ready

Starting Encoder connecting to server

Broadcasting and/or Recording

Stopping Ending the encoder

Reconnecting While re-establishing a connection

Failed When a connection failed to be

Error The encoder had failed to end, or an

Server started up, and encoder ready

Encoding

to the server.

established because of the settings of the unit, the status of the network or external server, etc.

error occurred.

d Live 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.

e Title

This shows the streaming title.

4 Source viewer

1 Thumbnails

2 Source number 3 Audio source name 4 Video source name

9 Device status 7 Selection frame8 Hard disk status

a Thumbnails

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

The video display is squeezed for 16:9 input materials.

b Source number

This is the number (1 to 6 and INT) assigned to the source (video or audio).

5 Input signal indication

6 Peak indication

Note

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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 71) or the file name on the external hard disk (page 181).

d Video source name

In viewers 1 to 6, this shows the name of the video signal assigned to the selection button (page 67) or the file name on the external hard disk (page 181). For the INT viewer, this displays the color matte and color bars, or the graphics file name selected in the INT source selection menu.

Recording operation indications

REC PAUSE: Recording on standby

No Signal: Recording is stopped because

there is no video signal input

REC: Recording

: ON LINE recording reservation (press

the ON LINE button to enter a recording start state)

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

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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.

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.

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 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 operations.

Remaining capacity shown by progress bar

Available recording time

Recording operations

Hard disk drive number

i 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: File is loading

When playing a file on the external hard disk

Displays the status during file operation or VCR playback.

File operation

Timecode

Play position

Corresponding hard disk number

File operation and VCR playback indications

No Response: The VCR is not responding No Cassette: There is no videocassette inside the

VCR

Opening: Opening a file

PLAY: Playback STOP: Stopped

STILL: During file operation

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• Playback speed has been set to zero with the shuttle dial

• Playback has been stopped with the jog dial

During VCR playback

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• Playback speed has been set to zero with the shuttle dial

• Playback has been stopped with the jog dial

• Playback has been paused with the SHIFT + STOP buttons

• Moved back one frame with the SHIFT + REW buttons

• Moved forward one frame with the SHIFT + FFWD buttons

JOG: Using the jog dial

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

Notes

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

Menu Operations

• During VCR playback, only or appears.

Play position

This shows the file play position. When the play position is at the beginning or end, z of each end lights. While auto repeat playback is set, an icon is displayed on the right side, and the positions of the start and end points are indicated if they have been set (page 184).

Start point End point Icon

5 Effect display

This shows the video transition effect types and patterns and transition time (page 84).

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

Displaying top menus and ACCESS menus

Top menus

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

Top menu

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

Sub-menu

Note

You can set priority to be given to displaying the PVW viewer while submenus are open (page 113).

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.

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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.

Caution

Starting with Software Version 2.00, the menu displays will differ depending on the interface module in use and video signal assignments.

Video Effect

DSK

Fade To Black

Logo

File Manager

Job

ON LINE Manager

Streaming

Network

Video Input Assign

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Confirming an item and proceeding to the next layer

ENTER

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Press the ENTER button. or

Press the jog roller.

Zoom Enable

Focus Auto

lris(Exposure) Auto

White Balance Auto

Press the t button by the jog roller.

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

Disable

Auto

Enable

Returning to the higher level

Press the T button by the jog roller.

You can also use the T key on the keyboard.

Zoom Enable

Focus Auto

lris(Exposure) Auto

White Balance Auto

Disable

Auto

Enable

Confirming a selection

Press the ENTER button. or Press the jog roller.

You can also use the ENTER key on the keyboard.

Zoom Enable

Focus Auto

lris(Exposure) Auto

White Balance Auto

Disable

Auto

Enable

Confirmation

Slider operation

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

Entering numeric or text values

Moving the cursor to the next item:

Press the T or t button by the jog roller.

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

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.

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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

• Pressing an ACCESS button while the top menu is displayed closes the top menu and opens the ACCESS menu.

• Pressing the MENU button while the ACCESS menu is displayed closes the ACCESS menu and opens the top menu.

Operation Screen (Text Typing Tool Software)

1 File operation section

1 File name

3 Font operation section2 Tool operation section

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6 View operation

section

7 Sheet operation section

2 Exit button

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.

5 Page operation section 4 Modifier operation

section

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1 File operation section

1 New button

2 Open button

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3 Save button

4 Save as...

button

5 Import FONT...

button

6 Delete FONT

button

7 Export TIFF...

button

8 Export TGA...

button

9 Delete button

0 Close button

a New button

This creates a new file (page 124).

b Open button

This opens a previously saved file. A list of existing files appears (page 125).

c Save button

This saves a file (page 125). 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

127).

i Delete button

This deletes unwanted files (page 128).

j Close button

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

2 Tool operation section

Select the tools needed to create and edit an object.

1 Selection tool

2 Eyedropper tool

3 Line tool

4 Text tool

a Selection tool

When you click this, the mouse pointer changes to

, and you can select, adjust, and move an object (page 123). 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 145).

c Line tool

You can create a straight line (page 137). 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 155).

f Delete FONT button

This deletes unwanted font files (page 156).

g Export TIFF... button

This saves the open file to a “Memory Stick” or USB flash memory in TIFF format (page 129).

h Export TGA... button

This saves the open file to a “Memory Stick” or USB flash memory in TARGA format (page 129).

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d Text tool

When you click this, you can create a text object (page 130).

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.

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5 Bring to front tool

6 Bring forward tool

7 Move backward tool

8 Move to back tool

e Bring to front tool

This brings the selected object to the front (page

148).

f Bring forward tool

This brings the selected object one level forward (page 148).

g Move backward tool

This moves the selected object one level back (page 148).

h Move to back tool

This moves the selected object to the back (page

148).

9 Vertical centering tool

l 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.

3 Font operation section

1 Font

name

2 Size

3 Bold

button

4 Italic

button

5 Underline

button

6 Kerning

7 Spacing

0 Right align button

9 Center align button

8 Left align button

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0 Horizontal centering tool

qa Lower/third positioning tool

qs Lower-third memory tool

qd Lower-third reset tool

i Vertical centering tool

This moves the selected object to the vertical center of the screen (page 149).

j Horizontal centering tool

This moves the selected object to the horizontal center of the screen (page 149).

k Lower/third positioning tool

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

149).

a Font name

This selects the font for a text object (page 131). The currently selected font always appears.

b Size

This selects the size of a text object (page 132).

c Bold button

This sets the text object to bold face (page 133).

d Italic button

This sets the text object to italic face (page 133).

e Underline button

This underlines the text object (page 133).

f Kerning

This sets the inter-character spacing of the text object (page 134).

g Spacing

This sets the line spacing of the text object (page

134).

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h Left align button

Aligns a text object comprising multiple lines to the left (page 134).

i Center align button

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Aligns a text object comprising multiple lines to

j Right align button

Aligns a text object comprising multiple lines to the right (page 134).

the center (page 134).

4 Modifier 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.

x Text 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.

Edge style selection buttons

Text color selection buttons

3 Width

4 Edge color selection buttons

Color tab Edge tab Shadow tab

a Text color selection buttons

Select the color of a text object (page 135).

b Edge style selection buttons

Select whether the object has an outline ([None] for no outline), and select the shape of corners (page 136).

5 Shadow style

selection button

6 Shadow creation

section

Direction indicator

7 Color creation section

8 Gradation pattern

9 Transparency

c Width

Set the width of the outline. Select or enter a numeric value (page 136).

d Edge color selection buttons

Select the color of the outline (page 136).

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e Shadow style selection button

Select whether the object has a shadow ([None] for

Softness: Set a numerical value for the degree of

blurring of the shadow. no shadow), and select the style of the shadow (page 139).

g Color creation section

When [Paint] is selected in the Color tab and Edge

f Shadow creation section

Adjust the angle, distance, and degree of blurring

tab, you can create your own color for the outline and shadow of the object (page 144).

of the shadow (page 139). Direction indicator: Click this to move the

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

h Gradation pattern

Apply gradation to the color of the object (page

147).

Degree: Set a numerical value for the direction of

the shadow.

Distance: Set a numerical value for the distance of

the shadow.

i Transparency

Set the transparency of each of the color and shadow of the object and the background created with paint (page 146).

x Line 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.

0 Line style selection buttons

qa Width

qs Line color selection buttons

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Color tab Edge tab Shadow tab

j Line style selection buttons

Select the color of the line object (page 138).

k Width

Set the line width of the line object. Select or enter a numeric value (page 138).

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

l Line color selection buttons

Select the line style of the line object (page 139).

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x BG tab

You can set the background color.

5 Page operation section

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

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qd Background color

selection buttons

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

qf Transparency

m Background color selection buttons

Select the background color (page 141).

n Transparency

Set the transparency of the background created with paint.

1 Top button 2 Sheet Move

5 Next sheet

button

button (forward)

6 Sheet Move

button (rearward)

3 Prev Sheet

button

4 Page display

7 End button

a Top button

Click this to display the first sheet.

b Sheet Move button (forward)

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.

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f Sheet Move button (rearward)

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

g End button

Click this to display the last sheet.

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6 View operation section

1 Background

display selection button

2 Capture button

7 Sheet operation section

1 New Sheet

button

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2 Delete Sheet

button

3 Safe Area

a Background display selection button

Set the background display (page 152). Checker: Displays a checkered pattern as the

background.

Live: Displays the program output video of the

main software (page 151).

BG: Displays the background selected on the

[BG] tab (page 151).

b Capture button

The program output video image of the main software is captured each time this button is clicked (page 152).

c Safe Area

When this is selected, a dotted line shows the safe area (page 153).

Off: Does not display the safe area. 4:3: Displays a dotted line showing the safe area

for 4:3 aspect ratio.

16:9: Displays a dotted line showing the safe area

for 16:9 aspect ratio.

a New Sheet button

This adds a sheet to the open file (page 151). You can create up to 99 sheets.

b Delete Sheet button

This deletes the open sheet (page 151).

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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 8 kg (17.7 lbs). 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 300 mm (12 inches) on each side of the unit.

Chapter

Num

Caps

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300 mm (12 inches)

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Installing Option Modules

To install the option modules, first remove the blank panels fitted to the unit, and install the new interfaces in the slots.

Note

You can install an option module in any slot.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Remove the blank panel fitted as standard.

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.

Connecting the power

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

LINE MIC/LI

87 65

AC IN

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Note

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

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.

Fitting a Keyboard

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.

3-pin - 2-pin conversion adaptor

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Note

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

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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.

Caution

The unit is factory shipped with batteries inserted in the keyboard. Be sure to remove the insulation sheet before use.

Chapter 2 Preparations

To detach the keyboard

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

To insert batteries in the keyboard

Detach the keyboard from the main unit.

Detach the battery holder from the keyboard.

Caution

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

Installation/Default Settings

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.

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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)

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°

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Closing down

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 189).

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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.

• When restarting the unit immediately after shutting down, wait at least 5

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seconds after shutdown before pressing the power button.

• Button operations performed while an application is closing will not be properly reflected on the system.

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

You can use a timer to shut down the unit.

Caution

Do not shut down the system using the timer while recording to an external hard disk. The recorded file may become damaged and unusable.

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.

Note

The countdown appears from -120 min.

After two hours the system is powered off.

When releasing the timer

The timer display disappears.

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Selecting the Language

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

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [System].

1 Select [Language], and confirm; 2 select the appropriate language from the list, and confirm.

Date/Time

Time Zone

System TC xx:xx:xx:xx

Language

The operation screen appears as shown below.

Chinese (Simplified)

Chinese (Traditional)

English

B English

French Français

German Deutsch

Italian Italiano

Japanese

Korean

Portuguese Português

Spanish Español

(UK) English (UK)

(US) English (US)

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

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Restart the system.

Setting the Time Zone

Set the time zone for your geographical location.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [System].

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

Data/Time

Time Zone

System TC xx:xx:xx:xx

Language

Africa

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

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

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Note

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

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Set the internal clock.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [System].

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

Data/Time

Time Zone

System TC xx:xx:xx:xx

Language

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.

2007/01/01 00:00

The time set in “LOCAL TIME” appears at the upper left of the operation screen.

2004 /05/18 12:25

GMT

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

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Caution

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 [Display].

Select [LCD Backlight], and confirm; 2 move the slider to adjust brightness.

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LCD Backlight

Viewer Priority PGM

File TC Off

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Selecting the Video Output Signal Format

Select the format for the signals output from the PGM output connectors (COMPOSITE/S VIDEO), the SD video interface module’s DV connectors, and the SDI output, HD analog output, HD SDI output, and reference output connectors on the rear panel.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Video Output].

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

PGM OUT NTSC/60Hz

PGM OUT Aspect 4:3

PGM OUT Level

B NTSC/60Hz

PAL/50Hz

A confirmation message appears.

Press the ENTER button.

A shutdown message appears, and the system shuts down.

Caution

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

• When [PAL/50Hz] is selected, small portions of the top and bottom of PAL input videos will be missing. To avoid this, set the RGB output signal format to [Video RGB] (page 216).

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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.

Setting the PGM Output Aspect Ratio

Select the size (ratio between width and height) of the program output video.

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Video Output].

1 Select [PGM OUT Aspect], and confirm; 2 select a size for the program output video, and confirm.

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PGM OUT NTSC/60Hz

PGM OUT Aspect 4:3

PGM OUT Level

DV OUT

B 4:3

16:9 SD

16:9 HD

[4:3]: Creates programs in the 4:3 aspect ratio.

Select this when the output destinations are primarily SD (4:3).

[16:9 SD]: Creates programs in the 16:9 aspect ratio.

Select this when the output destinations are primarily SD (4:3) or when giving priority to PGM recording to external hard disks.

[16:9 HD]: Creates programs in the 16:9 aspect ratio.

Select this when the output destinations are primarily HD (16:9).

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Relation between aspect ratio settings and output signals

Output connector / PGM recording to HDD

PGM recording

to external hard

disk drives

4:3

mode

SD output*1 HD output

4:3

Black &

silent signal

RGB output*3

4:3 4:3

XGA/SXGA

Black &

silent signal

16:9

16:9 squeeze

WXGA

16:9

XGA/SXGA

16:9 squeeze

WXGA

16:9

16:9 squeeze

PGM recording to external hard disk

drives is

unavailable

Output signals

16:9 SD

mode

16:9 HD

mode

16:9 squeeze

Composite, S-video

16:9 squeeze

No signal for DV

SDI

Black & silent

signal

*1 Output from the built-in composite or S-Video output connector, the SD video

interface module or serial digital interface module. *2 Output from the HD video interface module or HD serial digital interface module. *3 Output from the built-in RGB output connector.

Caution

• When [4:3] or [16:9 SD] is selected, program output from the HD video interface module (BKAW-560) or HD serial digital interface module (BKAW-590) is disabled.

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4:3

mode

16:9 SD

mode

• When [16:9 HD] is selected, program output from the SD video interface module (BKAW-570) or serial digital interface module (BKAW-580/ BKAW-581) and recording to external hard disks are disabled.

Relation between aspect ratio settings, input signals, and viewer displays

Input signals

SD input HD input RGB input CG

4:3*

4:3

squeeze*

16:9 squeeze

16:9

16:9 XGA/SXGA WXGA 4:3/5:4 16:9/16:10/

16:9 squeeze

4:3

16:9 squeeze

4:3

16:9 squeeze

5:3

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Wide scree n

PGM/PVW viewer display

Center

16:9 HD

mode

Wide scree n

Center

16:9

16:9 16:9

*1 Specify the aspect ratio of the input signals in the top menu with [Source Aspect] of [Video Input

Assign].

*2 Changes depending on the [Wide Zoom] setting in the ACCESS menu.

*3 Adjust [Resize] in the ACCESS menu to convert to center display.

*4 Changes depending on the [CG Wide Zoom] setting in the INT source selection menu.

16:9

Setting the System Timecode

Set the system timecode to add to files and output signals recorded on an external hard disk. The system timecode is used for the following functions.

• The timecode of a file recorded for program output

• The timecode of an EDL

• The timecode of a file recorded for material (except DV material)

• The timecode to add to DV signals output from a DV output connector

• The timecode to add to SDI signals output from a SDI output connector

Wide sc reen

16:9

Wide sc reen

Center

Wide sc reen

Center

16:9

Note

The system timecode added with this unit is a drop frame timecode (except when PAL is set).

Setting the time to use as the system timecode

You can set the time to use as the system timecode.

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Note

At the time of purchase, the time set for [Date/Time] (local time) in the top menu is configured to be used as the system timecode.

Press the MENU button.

Select [System] in the top menu.

1 Select [System TC], and confirm; 2 select [User Preset], confirm, and select [Timecode]; 3 set a time in the input box, and confirm.

123

Date/Time

Time Zone

System TC 00:00:00:00

Language

Local Time

B User Preset

Timecode

00: 00: 00: 00

The timecode display for [System TC] is updated to the set value.

Note

When you configure this setting, the timecode is preset at the time of configuration and when the unit is started, and from then on, the count increases.

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

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Connections

This section describes how to connect devices for input and output of video and audio. The following figure shows a sample 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 66 for details on the settings of each input and output signal.

System configuration example 1: When a serial digital interface module is connected

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Amplifier (page 65)

Camera with VISCA support (page 59)

Microphone (page 60)

Anycast Station

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

* Depending on the device, signal

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

Speaker

Plasma display (page 63)

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

PGM

RGB

Projector (page 63)

Camcorder (page 61)

VCR (page 62)

External hard disk (page 63)

PC video

interface module

(BKAW-550)

RGB

Camcorder (page 61)

Monitor (page 63)

INTERCOM

Computer (page 60)

Intercom system (page 206)

Signal flow

Connections

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System configuration example 2: When an HD video interface or HD serial digital interface module is connected

* Depending on the device, signal

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

Amplifier (page 65)

Microphone (page 60)

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Camera with VISCA support (page 59)

Camcorder (page 61)

AUDIO IN

MIC/LINE

LINE

VISCA

VIDEO IN (OUT)

HD video

interface module

(BKAW-560)

BPR IN

BPR OUT

HD serial digital interface module

(BKAW-590)

HD SDI IN HD SDI IN HD SDI OUT

PC video

interface module

(BKAW-550)

RGB

Anycast Station

Speaker

Plasma display (page 63)

AUDIO OUT

VIDEO OUT

PGM

RGB

Projector (page 63)

INTERCOM

VCR (page 62)

Connections

Computer (page 60)

VCR (page 62)

Intercom system (page 206) Camcorder (page 61)

Signal flow

Caution

• 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.

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• Be careful with the connector portions of the interface modules, which may

SDI

become hot depending on the conditions of operation.

Connecting a Camera With VISCA Support

When an SD video interface module is connected

Color video camera

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

VISCA OUT

VISCA IN

VIDEO OUT

To S-Video input connectors

I.LINK

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

RGB PGM

S400

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

RGB RGB

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

LINE MIC/LINE

87 654 3

AC IN

VISCA cable

PUSH PUSH

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

When an HD video interface module is connected

VISCA OUT

VISCA IN

To Composite input connectors

BNC cable

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To VISCA connector

VISCA cable

To HD analog input connectors

VIDEO OUT

To HD analog input connectors

VGA 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.

• When connecting a BRC-300 camera, connect to the DV, RGB, and SDI input connectors in accordance with the camera’s option board.

• When connecting a BRC-H700 camera, connect to the RGB, SDI, and HD analog input connectors in accordance with the camera’s option board.

• For information about VISCA cameras that can be connected to the unit, visit the following Anycast Station portal site: https://servicesplus.us.sony.biz/SoftwarePlusSerch.aspx (for customers in U.S.A.)

Connections

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https://www.sonybiz.net/anycast (for customers in Europe, Middle East and

SDI

Africa) https://www.ecspert.sony.biz/ecsite/ (for the other customers)

Connecting a Microphone

Dynamic microphone

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(F-720/2, etc.)

LINE MIC/LINE

87 654 3

AC IN

Connecting a Computer (RGB Input)

When a PC video interface module is connected

LINE MIC/LINE

87 654 3

AC IN

To Microphone/line input connectors

PUSH PUSH

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

PUSH PUSH

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

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

RGB RGB

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

I.LINK

S400

I.LINK

S400

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

To RGB input connectors

COMPOSITE

OFF

Connections

RGB cable

Computer

Note

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

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Connecting a Camcorder

SDI

When an SD video interface module is connected

LINE MIC/LINE

87 654 3

AC IN

DVCAM camcorder (DSR-PD170, etc.)

When an HD video interface module is connected

PUSH PUSH

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

RGB PGM

For DV connection

VGA cable

I.LINK

S400

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

For SDI connection

For analog connection

BNC cable

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

OFF

RGB RGB

To DV connectors

i.Link cable

To Composite input connectors

COMPOSITE

OFF

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BNC cable

To HD analog input connectors

When an HD serial digital interface module is connected

BNC cable

To HD SDI input connectors

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

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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.

When an SD video interface module is connected

Digital video cassette recorder (DSR series, etc.)

For analog connection

S-Video cable

To Line input connectors

Audio cable

LINE MIC/LINE

87 654 3

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

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

RGB RGB

To S-Video input connectors

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

To DV connectors

For DV connection

i.Link cable

When an HD video interface module is connected

VGA cableVGA cable

To HD analog input connectors

When an HD serial digital interface module is connected

BNC cableBNC cable

Connections

To HD SDI input connectors

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.

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Connecting an External Hard Disk

SDI

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

When an SD video interface module or a serial digital interface module (BKAW-580) is connected

PUSH PUSH

AUDIO IN

LINE MIC/LINE

87 654 3

AC IN

Caution

• 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 189).

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

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MIC/LINE

I.LINK

S400

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

RGB PGM

From i.Link connectors

i.Link cable

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

RGB RGB

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

Connecting a Plasma Display/Projector/Monitor

For RGB connection For analog connection

Flat panel display (FWD series, etc.)

LINE MIC/LINE

87 654 3

AC IN

To RGB IN connectors

RGB cable

PUSH PUSH

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

RGB PGM

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

S-Video cable

S VIDEO

I.LINK

S400

RGB RGB

COMPOSITE

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

Connections

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Chapter 2 Preparations

SDI

BNC cable

LINE MIC/LINE

87 654 3

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

PUSH PUSH

S-Video cable

Projector (VPL series, etc.)

RGB Cable

For RGB connection For analog connection

When an HD video interface module is connected

Projector

VGA cable

(VPL series, etc.)

Monitor (LMD series, etc.)

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

RGB RGB

OFF

When an HD serial digital interface module is connected

BNC cable

Notes

Flat panel display (FWD series, etc.)

• For more information on setting the resolution/clock phase and format, see “Setting the RGB Output Signal Format” (page 216).

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

Connections

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Connecting an Amplifier

SDI

Audio cable

To Line input connectors or Microphone/line input connectors

PUSH PUSH

LINE MIC/LINE

87 654 3

AC IN

AUDIO IN

RRLL

HEADPHONES

MIC/LINE

OFF

AUX PGM RGB

MIX

MONI INTERCOM

AUDIO OUT VIOEO OUT

RGB PGM

COMPOSITE

S VIDEO

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.

I.LINK

S400

VIDEO IN

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

RGB RGB

S VIDEO

COMPOSITE

OFF

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Pass the cables through the cable clip.

Allow some slack when routing the cables to prevent them from bending sharply.

Close the lever compartment.

Connections

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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

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Video Signal Related Settings

These are preparations for handling video signals with 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).

Note

You can confirm assignments and information on input signals using each of the corresponding ACCESS menus. The signal names displayed in the menus are those of signals that are capable of being accepted as determined by the unit. Not all standard signal names are displayed.

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.

Source Name

Input S1-1 Composite

Source Aspect 4:3

Control Off

[

CAM1

]

Enter up to 20 characters.

* The source viewer can only

display a limited number of characters.

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Specifying a video input connector

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

• When an SD video interface module and a PC video interface module are connected

Source Name

Input S1-1 Composite

Source Aspect 4:3

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

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Chapter 2 Preparations

• When a serial digital interface module is installed The SDI input connectors appear.

Source Name

Input S1-1 Composite

Source Aspect 4:3

Control Off

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

• When an HD video interface module is installed The HD analog input connectors appear.

Source Name

Input S1-1 Composite

Source Aspect 4:3

Control Off

No Assign

B SLOT1 IN1 Composite

S-Video

SLOT1 IN2 Composite

S-Video

SLOT2 IN1 HD Analog

SLOT2 IN2 HD Analog

SLOT3 IN1 RGB

SLOT3 IN2 RGB

When installed in slot 2

• When an HD serial digital interface module is installed The HD SDI input connectors appear.

Caution

Source Name

Input S1-1 Composite

Source Aspect 4:3

Control Off

No Assign

B SLOT1 IN1 Composite

S-Video

SLOT1 IN2 Composite

S-Video

SLOT2 IN1 HD SDI

SLOT2 IN2 HD 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 SD video interface module: Composite (Composite video input connector), S-Video (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 source viewer for the originally assigned selection button shows the indication “No Input Assign.”

Settings Related To Input Signals

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• 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.

Notes

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

• For details on [Control] and [Source Aspect] in the menu for 1, see “Controlling Camera Manually” (page 158) and “Converting 4:3 Source Materials to Wide Screen” (page 213), respectively.

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

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Registering Cameras To Be Controlled

By registering a camera supporting the VISCA protocol with this unit you can control it from the unit. You can connect up to seven cameras supporting VISCA protocol to this unit in a daisy-chain, and control the cameras from this unit at addresses VISCA 1 to VISCA 7 in sequence. In this unit, you control a camera by specifying one of these addresses.

Caution

Chapter 2 Preparations

The maximum number of simultaneous video signal inputs to this unit is six.

12 3456 7

Connect the camera(s) supporting VISCA protocol to this unit.

For camera connection, see “Connecting a Camera With VISCA Support” (page 59).

Assign the input signal from the camera to a selection button.

For assigning the input signal, see “Assigning video input signals to the selection buttons” (page 67).

1 Select the number of the selection button assigned to the camera supporting VISCA protocol, and confirm; 2 select [Control], and confirm;

3 select the camera address, and confirm.

Source Name

Input S1-1 Composite

Control Off

OFF

VISCA 1

VISCA 2

VISCA 3

B VISCA 4

VISCA 5

VISCA 6

VISCA 7

AV/C Player

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Note

VISCA camera information display

By pressing the

t button on the jog roller or the t key on the keyboard

while the camera address is selected, you can display the model name for the camera, as shown below, for as long as you hold down the button or key.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Stretching 16:9 SQ Source Materials Into 16:9 Aspect Ratio

When the output aspect ratio setting is set to 16:9 SD or 16:9 HD mode, you can configure settings to stretch 16:9 SQ materials from the analog video input and SDI input connectors into normal 16:9 aspect ratio. In addition, when you record material for which this setting has been configured to an external hard disk and play them back on the unit or certain computers, the material will automatically be stretched into 16:9 aspect ratio.

Caution

The aspect type of source materials inputted is not detected automatically.

Press the MENU button.

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

1 Select the number for the selection button from the list, and confirm; 2 select [Source Aspect], and confirm; 3 select the aspect type for the materials to be input, and confirm.

Source Name

Input S1-1 Composite

Source Aspect 4:3

Control Off

B 4:3

16:9 SQ

The functions of the setting items are as follows. [4:3]: Select this when the SD/SDI signals input are 4:3 source materials.

The materials input are handled as they are as 4:3 materials.

[16:9 SQ]: Select this when the SD/SDI signals input are 16:9 squeeze

source materials. The materials input are handled as 16:9 materials. When you select [16:9 SQ] and record materials to an external hard disk, the materials are automatically played back in 16:9 aspect ratio during playback.

Note

When DV 16:9 squeeze material is input:

• You can stretch the display with the [Wide Zoom] setting (page 213).

• The display is automatically stretched to 16:9 aspect ratio if files of material recorded to an external hard disk are played back.

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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, SDI signals, or HD SDI signals, they become stereo faders.

Note

You can confirm assignments and information on input signals using each of the corresponding ACCESS menus.

Press the MENU button.

Chapter 2 Preparations

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.

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

[

Source Name

Input (L) MIC/LINE 1

Input (R) MIC/LINE 1

Link to Video Off

MIC1

]

Enter up to 20 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.

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Chapter 2 Preparations

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

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

Notes

Source Name

Input (L) MIC/LINE 1

Input (R) MIC/LINE 1

Link to Video Off

• When an SD video interface module is installed

- 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.

Source Name

Input (L) MIC/LINE 1

Input (R) MIC/LINE 1

Link to Video Off

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) S2 SDI IN1 CH1

Input (R) S2 SDI IN1 CH2

Link to Video Off

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

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)

• When an HD serial digital interface module is installed

- The HD SDI input connectors for individual channels are displayed.

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Source Name

Input (L) MIC/LINE 1

Input (R) MIC/LINE 1

Link to Video Off

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 HD SDI IN1 CH(1/2)

HD SDI IN1 CH(3/4)

SLOT2 HD SDI IN2 CH(1/2)

HD SDI IN2 CH(3/4)

When installed in slot 2

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

Source Name

Input (L) S2 HD SDI IN1 CH1

Input (R) S2 HD SDI IN1 CH2

Link to Video Off

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 HD SDI IN1 CH(1/2)

HD SDI IN1 CH(3/4)

SLOT2 HD SDI IN2 CH(1/2)

HD SDI IN2 CH(3/4)

Chapter 2 Preparations

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

Caution

• When an SD video interface module is installed

- 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 or HD serial digital interface module is installed

- SDI/HD 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 or HD SDI input connector. It cannot be combined with analog input video, DV input video, or video of the other SDI input connector or HD SDI input connector.

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

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

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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

Chapter 2 Preparations

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Linking program output video to audio of the same source number and outputting simultaneously

When video is switched over to program output, you can set audio that has been assigned to the same source number as the video to be enabled and output simultaneously with this setting.

Press the MENU button.

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

1 From the list, select the number for the channel fader to link to the video, and confirm; 2 select [Link to Video], and confirm.

The setting turns on or off each time it is selected.

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Source Name MIC1

Input (L) MIC/LINE 1

Input (R) MIC/LINE 1

Link to Video Off

The icon appears in the source viewer of the source number for which the link was set. When the video of the viewer in which the icon appears is program output, the CH ON button lights and the audio channel is enabled simultaneously. When program is not output, the CH ON button dims.

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.

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

Chapter 2 Preparations

AUDIO IN

LINE MIC/LINE

8 76543

PUSH PUSH

MIC/LINE

OFF

MIC/LINE2MIC/LINE

Press the MENU button.

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

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)].

MIC/LINE 1 Middle

MIC/LINE 2 Middle

MIC/LINE 3 Middle

MIC/LINE 4 Middle

MIC/LINE 5 Middle

MIC/LINE 6 Middle

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

B High(+4dB)

Middle(-20dB)

Low(-44dB)

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.

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Chapter 2 Preparations

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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 67).

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 78).

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 80).

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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

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INT

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.

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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.

654321

Press button 3.

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.

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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.

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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

INT

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

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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

DIM TB

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).

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Chapter 3 Operations

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 make this change, follow the procedure in “Changing the Transition Time” (page 84).

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.

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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

DIM TB

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 84).

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Select the effect pattern.

To change the effect pattern, follow the procedure in “Changing the Effect Pattern” (page 85).

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.

Chapter 3 Operations

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 109).

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

Transition Time 20F

Edge Off

Key Type Luminance

Key Adjust

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

The set transition time appears in the effect display.

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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.

Chapter 3 Operations

Effect Pattern

Transition Time 20F

Edge Off

Key Type Luminance

Key Adjust

Auto Chroma Key

Crop Off

Size Small

Location

Preset

Delete

Data Name

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

User Program 1

User Program 2

User Program 3

User Program 4

User Program 5

User Program 6

1080 T

1100 A

B 0001 T

0002 T

0003 T

0004 T

0009 T

0010 T

0011 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.

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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 110).

Basic picture-in-picture operations

Chapter 3 Operations

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 80).

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

Transition Time 20F

Edge Off

Key Type Luminance

Key Adjust

Auto Chroma Key

Crop Off

Size Small

Location

Preset

Delete

Data Name

User Program 1

User Program 2

User Program 3

User Program 4

User Program 5

User Program 6

1080 T

1100 A

0001 T

0002 T

B 0003 T

0004 T

0009 T

0010 T

0011 T

MIX

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

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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 109).

• You can apply an edge to the frame of the video to be embedded. For details, see “Applying Edge Effects” (page 109).

Adjusting the Picture-in-Picture (PinP)

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

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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 110) and “Giving Priority to Displaying the PVW Viewer” (page 113).

Changing the size of the video embedded

Perform steps 1 to 6 of “Basic picture-in-picture operations” (page 86).

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

Transition Time 20F

Edge Off

Key Type Luminance

Key Adjust

Auto Chroma Key

Crop Off

Size Small

Location

The functions of the setting 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 86).

Video Switching

Press the MENU button.

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.

Effect Pattern

Transition Time 20F

Edge Off

Key Type Luminance

Key Adjust

Auto Chroma Key

Crop Off

Size Small

Location

X 200

Y -150

X-Y

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The functions of the setting items are as follows.

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

Note

After step 1, you can specify the vertical or horizontal position by pressing up, down, left, or right on the positioner. (When using the positioner, you do not 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].

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

Transition Time 20F

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.

Chapter 3 Operations

Press INT in the NEXT selection 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 Bars

B Color Matte

Lum 11%

Sat 95%

Hue 351˚

Text Typing Tool F5

aaaaaaaa

bbbbbbbb

cccccccc

SD_Safe_Area.tga

Note

This unit can output the following color bars for each video output signal format and PGM output aspect ratio setting.

PGM output aspect

ratio

4:3 mode SMPTE color bar (75%) EBU color bar (100%)

16:9 SD mode SMPTE color bar EBU color bar

16:9 HD mode EBU color bar

Video output signal format

NTSC/60 Hz PAL/50 Hz

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 215).

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.

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DSK (downstream) key

Basic downstream key operations

The basic procedure for downstream keying is as follows.

Select the image to be imported.

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.

For details on creating a graphics file, see “Creating a Title Graphic With the Text Typing Tool” (page 117).

For details on importing a graphics file, see “Importing Graphics Files” (page 235).

Note

You can also register graphics files to the numeric buttons on the front panel and access them whenever necessary. For details, see “Accessing Graphics Files Quickly” (page 94).

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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.

Black

White

Color Bars

Color Matte

Lum 11%

Sat 95%

Hue 351˚

Text Typing Tool F5

aaaaaaaa

bbbbbbbb

ccccccccc b

SD_Safe_Area.tga

Graphics files

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

Notes

• 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.

• File information display By pressing the t button on the jog roller or the t key on the keyboard

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while a graphics file is selected, you can display information on the graphics file and a thumbnail, as shown below, for as long as you hold down the button or key.

Press the DSK button.

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

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].

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

IN Trans. Time 20F

OUT Trans. Time 0F

Key Adjust

Crop Off

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

to disappear.

IN Trans. Time 20F

OUT Trans. Time 0F

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.

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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.

IN Trans. Time 20F

OUT Trans. Time 0F

Key Adjust

Crop Off

Clip 0%

Gain 0

Density 100%

Key Invert Off

The functions of the setting items 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:

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• 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 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. [Key Invert] turns on or off each time it is selected.

IN Trans. Time 20F

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OUT Trans. Time 0F

Key Adjust

Crop Off

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.

IN Trans. Time 20F

OUT Trans. Time 0F

Key Adjust

Crop Off

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Accessing Graphics Files Quickly

If you register a graphics file to one of the numeric buttons on the front panel, you can quickly access that file whenever necessary.

Registering graphics files as presets

Clip 0%

Gain 0

Density 100%

Key Invert Off

23 4

Off

B On

Top 270

Left -350

Right 350

Bottom -270

Video Switching

Press INT in the NEXT selection buttons, and press it again after the INT source selection menu appears.

The graphics preset menu appears.

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1 Select the number to register the graphics file to, and confirm; 2 select [Preset], and confirm.

A list of graphics files that you can register appears. Example: When registering to numeric button [2].

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Preset

Delete

Data Name

Preset

Delete

Data Name

Anycast Station b

Anycast Station_001

Anycast Station_002

aaaaaaa.tif

bbbbbbb.tif

SD_Safe_Area.tga

B Anycast Station b

Anycast Station_001

Anycast Station_002

aaaaaaa.tif

bbbbbbb.tif

SD_Safe_Area.tga

Select a graphics file, and confirm.

The graphics file is registered as a preset, and the file name appears next to the number selected previously.

2 Anycast Station

Preset

Delete

Data Name

B Anycast Station b

Anycast Station_001

Anycast Station_002

aaaaaaa.tif

bbbbbbb.tif

SD_Safe_Area.tga

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

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Registering graphics files without displaying the menu

You can also register graphics files without displaying the graphics preset menu.

Press INT in the NEXT selection buttons.

The menu that appears next is unimportant.

Display the graphics file to register in the INT source viewer.

Press a numeric button (from 1 to 9) while holding down the SHIFT button.

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Applying a name to the preset

ENTER

ESC

X-Y

REC

Hold down the SHIFT button, and press one of numeric buttons 1 to 9.

SHIFT

789

456

102

In the graphics preset menu, 1 select the number of the preset to apply a name to, and confirm; 2 select [Data Name], and confirm; 3 enter the data name in the input box, and confirm.

Preset

Delete

Data Name

[

aaaaaaaaaa

Enter up to 20 characters.

]

2 Anycast Station

The data name is registered.

2 aaaaaaaaaa

Preset

Delete

Data Name

[

aaaaaaaaaa

]

Accessing the graphics files

Deleting a registered preset

Video Switching

Press INT in the NEXT selection buttons.

The menu that appears next is unimportant.

Press the numeric button to which the graphics file is assigned.

The accessed graphics file appears in the INT source viewer.

Press INT in the NEXT selection buttons, and press it again after the INT source selection menu appears.

The graphics preset menu appears.

1 Select the number for the preset you want to delete, and confirm; 2 select [Delete], and confirm.

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Preset

Delete

Data Name

2 Anycast Station

The following confirmation message appears.

Note

By pressing the ENTER button while holding down the SHIFT button, you can delete all of the presets registered to the numeric buttons 1 to 9 simultaneously.

Press the ENTER button.

The preset is deleted, and the number display turns gray.

Showing a Logo on the Screen

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.

Chapter 3 Operations

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 237).

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Logo].

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

None

B aaaaaaaa.tif

bbbbbbbb.tif

ccccccccc.bmp

dddddddd.bmp

Logo Source None

Clip 0%

Gain 50

Density 100%

Location

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

Notes

• 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].

Chapter 3 Operations

• File information display By pressing the t button on the jog roller or the t key on the keyboard while a logo file is selected, you can display information on the logo file and a thumbnail, as shown below, for as long as you hold down the button or key.

Adjusting the logo display

Video Switching

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

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 97).

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.

Logo Source None

Clip 0%

Gain 50

Density 100%

Location

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The functions of the setting items 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 50

Density 100%

Location

The functions of the setting items are as follows.

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

Press the MENU button to close the menu.

Using Luminance Keying

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.

X 290

Y 210

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X-Y

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Notes

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

• You can also register graphics files to the numeric buttons on the front panel and access them whenever necessary. For details, see “Accessing Graphics Files Quickly” (page 94).

Basic operation for luminance keying

The basic procedure for luminance keying is as follows.

Chapter 3 Operations

Press the KEY button (Switches to key mode).

Select the key video with a NEXT selection button.

Select [Luminance Key] for [Key Type] in the top menu.

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

Adjust the key video.

Carry out the transition.

Press the KEY button.

The KEY button, NEXT selection buttons, and the MIX or EFFECT button light green and are now used for video keying.

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Video Switching

Select the video for keying by pressing the NEXT selection button assigned to it.

A green frame appears around the selected video in the source viewer.

When 5 is selected

Press the MENU button.

In the top menu, select [Video Effect].

Sony AWS-G500E 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

Installing Option Modules

Connecting the power

Fitting a Keyboard

Starting and Closing Down the Unit

Selecting the Language

Setting the Time Zone

Setting the Date and Time

Adjusting the Display Brightness

Selecting the Video Output Signal Format

Setting the PGM Output Aspect Ratio

Setting the System Timecode

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

Settings Related To Input Signals

Relation Between Input Signals and System Components

Video Signal Related Settings

Registering Cameras To Be Controlled

Stretching 16:9 SQ Source Materials Into 16:9 Aspect Ratio

Audio Signal Related Settings

Video Switching

Basics of Video Switching

Chapter 3 Operations

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

Accessing Graphics Files Quickly

Showing a Logo on the Screen

Using Luminance Keying