Sony MCS-8M User Manual

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Compact Switcher

Operating Instructions (Volume I Basic Operation)

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

MCS-8M

Software Version 1.00

* I - 4296438116*

Owner’s Record

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

Model No.

Serial No.

WARNING

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

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

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

When installing the installation space must be secured in consideration of the ventilation and service operation.

• Do not block the ventilation slots at the left side and right side panels, and vents of the fans.

• Leave a space around the unit for ventilation.

• Leave more than 40 cm (15 the unit to secure the operation area.

When the unit is installed on the desk or the like, leave at least 10 cm (4 in.) of space in the left and right sides. Leaving 40 cm (15 is recommended for service operation.

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

Cord Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG wires Length Minimum 1.5 m (4 ft. 11 in.),

Rating Minimum 10 A, 125 V

/4 in.) or more of space above the unit

(NEMA 5-15P Configuration)

Less than 2.5 m (8 ft. 3 in.)

/4 in.) of space in the rear of

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

WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR OTHER COUNTRIES.

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

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

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

For the customers in the U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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

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.

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For the customers in Europe

This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC Directive issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European standards:

• EN55103-1 : Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)

• EN55103-2 : Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity) This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environments: E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3 (urban outdoors), E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio).

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.

For kundene i Norge

Dette utstyret kan kobles til et IT-strømfordelingssystem.

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.

For the customers in Taiwan only

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.

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.

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

Pour les clients au Canada

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

Pour les clients en Europe

Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la Directive sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC) émise par la Commission de la Communauté européenne. La conformité à cette directive implique la conformité aux normes européennes suivantes :

• EN55103-1 : Interférences électromagnétiques

(émission)

• EN55103-2 : Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité)

Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans les environnements électromagnétiques suivants : E1 (résidentiel), E2 (commercial et industrie légère), E3 (urbain extérieur) et E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé, ex. studio de télévision).

Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 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, veuillez consulter les adresses indiquées dans les documents de service ou de garantie séparés.

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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.

WARNUNG

1. Verwenden Sie ein geprüftes Netzkabel (3-adriges 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.

Für Kunden in Europa

Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die EMV-Richtlinie der EG-Kommission. Angewandte Normen:

• EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit

(Störaussendung)

• EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit

(Störfestigkeit) Für die folgenden elektromagnetischen Umgebungen: E1 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem Maße industrieller Bereich), E3 (Stadtbereich im Freien) und E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio).

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.

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Table of Contents

(this manual)

Usage Precautions............................................................I-7

Chapter 1 Overview

Introduction.........................................................................I-8

Names and Functions of Parts ......................................I-9

Chapter 2 Preparations

Connecting Devices........................................................I-15

Configuring System Settings .......................................I-17

Configuring Video Signal Settings .............................I-19

Configuring Audio Signal Settings.............................I-21

Configuring Multi Viewer Settings ..............................I-23

Chapter 3 Basic Operations

Switching Video...............................................................I-25

Cross-Point Button Switching ...................................................I-25

Checking the Preview Video before Switching with the

CUT Button.........................................................................I-25

Applying Effects while Switching (Mix/Effect) .......................I-26

Configuring the Transition Rate................................................I-27

Selecting Effects with the Numeric Keypad

(Direct Selection)................................................................I-27

Composing Images with Keys .....................................I-28

Composing Images with Luminance Keys................................I-29

Composing Images with Chroma Keys .....................................I-30

Mixing Audio.....................................................................I-32

Snapshots..........................................................................I-34

Saving and Selecting Settings.....................................I-35

Appendix

Effect Pattern List............................................................I-37

Troubleshooting ..............................................................I-38

Maintenance......................................................................I-39

Specifications...................................................................I-39

Index ..................................................................................I-43

(Volume II Advanced Settings)

(CD-ROM manual)

Chapter 1 Overview

Introduction

Chapter 2 Video Switching

Overview Setting the Transition Type General Transition Settings ([Misc] menu) Bus Delegation Setting Wipes Setting DME Wipes Details on [Effect] Menu Setting Keys Details on [Key] Menu

Chapter 3 Audio Mixing

Overview Details on [Audio Channel] Menu

Chapter 4 Input Image Freezing

and Frame Memory

Overview Freezing Input Images Selecting Frame Memory for Use as Frame Memory

Video (FM) Saving Images to Frame Memory Importing and Exporting Images

Chapter 5 Importing and Exporting

Files

Importing and Exporting Configuration Data Importing and Exporting Snapshots Formatting a USB Flash Drive

Table of Contents

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Chapter 6 3D System

Overview Making the Necessary Settings

Chapter 7 Controlling External

Devices

Enabling/Disabling Operation from External Devices Connecting with External Devices Details on [GPI/Tally] Menu

About This Manual

This manual describes the preparations necessary to use this unit and its basic operations. Basic video switching and composition operations and audio mixing can be performed by following the procedure in this manual.

For details on advanced settings and operations, see the “Operating

Instructions (Volume II Advanced Settings).”

How to Read the Manual

Chapter 8 Setup ([Setup] Menu)

Overview System Setup (System) Audio Setup (Audio) Video Input Setup (Video (Input)) Assigning Video Input Signals to the Cross Point

Buttons (Video (XPT)) Video Output Setup (Video (Output)) Setup of Other Video Related Items (Video (Misc)) Displaying Various Information (Information) Installing Application Software and Firmware

(Install)

Appendix

Message List Index

Notes on setting values

Setting values that appear in bold indicate factory default settings.

Example:

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V3 Format Signal format 108059, 108050,

720p59, 720p50, 480i59, 576i50, Te s t 1 , Te st 2 , Te s t 3

V4 Aspect Aspect ratio 16:9, 4:3

About references

References to the Operating Instructions (Volume II Advanced Settings) are indicated by the c mark as follows.

Example 1: POS (position) button (c Advanced Settings) Example 2:

For details, see “Message List” (c Advanced Settings).

To find information on a specific topic

See “Index” (page I-43) at the end of this manual. The index indicates whether the information can be found in “Volume I Basic Operation” or “Volume II Advanced Settings” and the corresponding page numbers.

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About This Manual

Usage Precautions

Note on Faulty Pixels on the LCD Panel

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 maybe “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. Note that any such problems have no effect on recorded data.

Using the CD-ROM Manual

The supplied CD-ROM includes operation manuals (Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Simplified Chinese, Korea and Portuguese versions).

Preparations

The following program must be installed on your computer in order to read the Operating Instructions contained in the CD-ROM.

• Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher

Memo

If Adobe Reader is not installed, it may be downloaded from the following URL: http://www.adobe.com

Adobe and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

To Read the CD-ROM Manual

To read the operation manual contained in the CD-ROM disc, do the following:

Insert the CD-ROM disc in your CD-ROM drive.

A cover page appears automatically in your browser. If it does not appear automatically in the browser, double click the index.htm file on the CD-ROM disc.

Select and click the operation manual that you want to read.

The selected file opens.

Memo

The files may not be displayed properly, depending on the version of Adobe Reader. In such a case, install the latest version you can download from the URL mentioned in “Preparations” above.

Note

If you have lost or damaged the CD-ROM, you can purchase a new one to replace it. Contact your Sony service representative.

Usage Precautions / Using the CD-ROM Manual

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Chapter 1 Overview

Overview

Chapter

Introduction

The MCS-8M Multi Format Compact Switcher is a compact switcher that can be used in SD, HD, and 3D systems. This unit allows you to perform video switching with added effects and audio mixing via simple operations.

System configuration example: Live recording / production system (HD system)

Presenter computer

Camera with HD SDI output

LENS INFOBRT DISPHISTOGRAM

AF/MF Full MF

IRIS

ND FILTER

MANUAUTO

OPEN

MACRO

8 5.6 4 2.8 1.916

15 25 40 81.210

OFFON

3 10

10 30

FOCUS

OFF

5.8

MANUAUTO

PUSH AF

S&Q

SLOT SELECT

ASSIGN

123

CH-1

AUDIO LEVEL

ZEBRA PEAKING

FULL AUTO

CH-2

OPEN

CACHE REC

GAIN

WHITE BAL

PRST

Camera with HDMI output

Recording equipment with HD SDI output

Presenter microphone

DVI-I

HD SDI

HDMI

HD SDI

PGM monitoring display

MIC

HD SDI

DVI⇔HDMI conversion cable

USB flash drive

(CG material)

DVI-D

Projector

Host microphone

MIC

CD/DVD

player

Multi Viewer display

LINE

DVI-D

DVI⇔HDMI

conversion cable

Headphones

HD SDI

PGM OUT

For details on configurations for SD or 3D systems, see “System Configuration Examples” (c Advanced Settings).

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Introduction

PA, etc.

Recording equipment with HD SDI input

Names and Functions of Parts

Front Panel

1 Audio control block (page I-9) 2 Menu control block (page I-10)

Chapter 1 Overview

USB connector (page I-13)Power switch (page I-16)

3 Cross-point control block (page I-11)

1 Audio Control Block

12345

6 7

4 Transition control block (page I-11)

a ACCESS/PFL (access/pre-fade listen) buttons

(page I-33, c Advanced Settings)

b CH ON (channel on) buttons (page I-32) c DIM (dimmer) button (page I-33) d MONITOR SEL (monitor select) button

(page I-33)

e MONITOR LEVEL adjustment knob (page I-33) f Peak indicator (page I-22) g Input signal indicator (page I-22)

980

h Channel faders (pages I-21, I-32) i Audio level meters (page I-33)

5 Numeric keypad block (page I-12)

j Program fader (page I-32)

Names and Functions of Parts

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2 Menu Control Block

Chapter 1 Overview

Viewing the menu screen

1234

Rate

0001

Effect

Back Effect Transition

Wipe Adjust

Wipe Edge

Modify Direct

Enter

3 0

Norm 1

PtnNum

Mon

PGM

2/8

a Menu display b Menu selection buttons

Display a menu that corresponds with the button pressed.

•KEY button (page I-29)

Displays the [Key] menu. (c Advanced Settings)

• EFF (effect) button Displays the [Effect] menu. (c Advanced Settings)

• FM (frame memory) button

Displays the [Frame Memory] menu. (c Advanced Settings)

• MISC (miscellaneous) button

Displays the [Misc] menu. (c Advanced Settings)

• FILE button

Displays the [File] menu. (c Advanced Settings)

•SETUP button (pages I-17 to I-23)

Displays the [Setup] menu. (c Advanced Settings)

• MENU1 and 2 buttons (for future expansion)

a Effect pattern area (page I-37)

Displays the effect pattern icon and number currently selected for the effect transition.

b Transition rate area (page I-27)

Displays the transition rate of the current effect transition.

c Snapshot area (page I-34) d Audio monitor area (page I-33) e Menu name area

Left: Displays the name of the current menu. Right: Displays the item number of the currently

selected menu item or a message (c Advanced Settings).

f Items area

Displays the menu items.

g Parameters area

Displays the parameter names and setting values.

c X-Y pointer (c Advanced Settings) d POS (position) button (c Advanced Settings) e F1 and F2 buttons (for future expansion) f Adjustment knobs 1 to 4 (V1 to V4) (page I-11)

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Names and Functions of Parts

Menu operations

When you press a menu selection button or an ACCESS/ PFL button, setting items and values appear in the parameters area at the bottom of the screen. You can use the corresponding adjustment knobs to perform adjustments and selections.

Rate

0001

Effect

Back Effect Transition

Wipe Adjust

Wipe Edge

Modify Direct

Enter

3 011

Mon

Norm 1

PGM

2/8

PtnNum

Items area

Parameters area

a Bus delegation buttons

(c Advanced Settings)

• BKGD (background) button (page I-35)

•KEY button (pages I-29, I-30, I-35)

• AUX 1 and 2 (auxiliary) buttons

(c Advanced Settings)

b PGM (program) cross-point buttons 1 to 8/

SHIFT (pages I-19, I-25)

c PST/KEY (preset/key) cross-point buttons 1 to

8/SHIFT (pages I-19, I-25)

4 Transition Control Block

Chapter 1 Overview

V1 V2 V3 V4

Basic adjustment knob operations

Items area

Turn the V1 knob left or right to move the cursor up or down. If the B icon appears for an item, pressing the V1 knob moves to the sub menu of that item.

Parameters area

Turn the V2 to V4 knobs left or right to increase, decrease, or cycle through setting values. You can make incremental adjustments to parameters in the [Effect] menu, [Key] menu (excluding some parameters in the [Resizer] menu), and the [Misc] menu that include decimal number values by turning the knobs while pressing them. If an action (saving, applying of setting values, etc.) is associated with the respective item, pressing the knob performs this action.

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a Transition type selection buttons

• MIX button (pages I-26, I-27)

• EFF (effect) button (pages I-26, I-27)

b Next transition selection buttons

• BKGD (background) button (page I-12)

3 Cross-Point Control Block

•KEY button (pages I-12, I-29, I-30)

c FTB (fade-to-black) button

When you press the FTB button, the current program output image will fade out to a black screen. When you press the FTB button again, the original image will fade in from the black screen.

d AUTO TRANS (auto-transition) button

(page I-26)

e CUT button (page I-26) f Transition indicators (page I-27)

Names and Functions of Parts

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g Fader lever (page I-26) h KEY TRANS (key transition) button

(c Advanced Settings)

Entering numeric values

The numeric buttons are used to enter numeric values for operations such as specifying effect pattern numbers and saving or recalling snapshots.

Chapter 1 Overview

Using the next transition selection buttons

Turn on (i.e., light) the buttons by pressing them to specify which part of the video is switched at the next transition.

Next transition selection button

BKGD The background video is switched at

KEY The key is inserted or removed at the

BKGD+KEY (simultaneous)

Tip

Operation

the next transition.

next transition. If the key is not currently inserted, it is inserted at the next transition. If the key is inserted, it is removed at the next transition.

The background video is switched and the key is inserted or removed at the next transition.

When the AUX 1 or AUX 2 button is selected (i.e., lit) in the bus delegation buttons, the next transition is fixed at BKGD.

5 Numeric Keypad Block

1 Press the EFF button or SNAPSHOT button to light it.

(When specifying an effect pattern number, be sure to turn off the DIRECT/ESC button.)

2 Press the numeric buttons (0 to 9) to enter the numeric value.

The entered value appears in white at the top of the menu screen.

3 Press the ENTER button to confirm.

The numeric value appears in orange after it is confirmed.

Tip

If you press the DIRECT/ESC button before pressing the ENTER button after entering the numeric value, the value will be canceled.

a SNAPSHOT button (page I-34) b EFF (effect) button (page I-27) c Numeric buttons (0 to 9) (page I-27) d ENTER button (pages I-28, I-34) e STORE button (page I-34) f DIRECT/ESC (direct/escape) button (page I-27)

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Names and Functions of Parts

Rear Panel

4 5

1 Audio output block (page I-13)

3 Video output block (page I-14)

2 Audio input block (page I-13)

5 Video input block (page I-14)

4 Reference signal input/output block (page I-14)

Chapter 1 Overview

a Anti-theft cable slot

Connect a commercially available anti-theft cable (3 mm × 7 mm) here to prevent theft.

b USB connector

Connect a USB flash drive here.

c AC IN (power input) connector (page I-16) d TALLY/GPI connector (15-pin D-sub, male)

(page I-42)

e REMOTE connector (RS-232C, 9-pin D-sub,

male) (page I-42)

f Ground connector

Connect the system grounding wire here.

1 Audio Output Block

d AUX OUT (auxiliary output) 1 and 2 connectors

(TRS phone)

(c Advanced Settings)

e PGM OUT (program output) L and R

connectors (XLR, male) (page I-33)

2 Audio Input Block

12 3

a LINE IN (line input) 7 and 8 connectors (phono

jack) (page I-21)

b MIC/LINE IN (microphone/line input) 3 to 6

connectors (TRS phone) (page I-21)

1234 5

a HEADPHONES connector (standard stereo

phone) (page I-33)

b MON OUT (monitor output) L and R connectors

(TRS phone) (page I-33)

c MIX OUT (mix output) L and R connectors

(phono jack) (c Advanced Settings)

c MIC/LINE IN (microphone/line input) 1 and 2

connectors (XLR, female/TRS phone combo)

(page I-21)

These do not supply power (e.g., for condenser microphones).

Names and Functions of Parts

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3 Video Output Block

5 Video Input Block

Chapter 1 Overview

a VIDEO OUT AUX (video output auxiliary)

connector (BNC type) (c Advanced Settings)

This output is used for confirming video.

b DVI-D OUT (DVI-D output) connectors (DVI-D

type)

• MULTI VIEWER connector (page I-23)

• AUX (auxiliary) connector

(c Advanced Settings)

Outputs 1080i/59.94, 1080i/50, 720p/59.94, and 720p/50 signals.

c SDI OUT (SDI output) connectors (BNC type)

342

a VIDEO IN (video input) 1 to 3 connectors

(BNC type) (page I-19)

b HDMI IN (HDMI input) 1 to 3 connectors

(page I-19)

c DVI-I IN (DVI-I input) connector (DVI-I type)

(page I-19)

d SDI IN (SDI input) 1 to 4 connectors (BNC type)

(page I-19)

• MULTI VIEWER connector (page I-23)

• AUX (auxiliary) 1 and 2 connectors

(c Advanced Settings)

• PGM (program) connector (page I-33)

4 Reference Signal Input/Output Block

a REF OUT (reference signal output) connector

(BNC type) (c Advanced Settings)

b REF IN (reference signal input) connectors

(BNC type)

Input an external reference sync signal here. One of the connectors can be used as a loop-through output connector. If you will not be using loop-through output, terminate the connector with a 75 Ω terminator. (page

I-16)

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Names and Functions of Parts

Preparations

Connecting Devices

Connect each device to the rear panel of the unit.

Connection example: HD system

CD/DVD

player

Chapter

Chapter 2 Preparations

Headphones

DVI⇔HDMI conversion cable

Multi Viewer display

Ω terminator

HEADPHONE

DVI-D OUT

PGM OUT

REF IN

DVI-D OUT

DVI⇔HDMI conversion cable

SDI OUT

LINE IN

HDMI IN

AF/MF Full MF

IRIS

ft15

MANUAUTO

OPEN

MACRO

15 25 40 81.210

OFFON

3 10 mm5 10 30

FOCUS

5.8

MANUAUTO

PUSH AF

Microphone

MIC/LINE IN

LENS INFOBRT DISPHISTOGRAM

S&Q

SLOT SELECT

ASSIGN

123

ND FILTER

CH-1

AUDIO LEVEL

8 5.6 4 2.8 1.916

FULL AUTO

ZEBRA PEAKING

CH-2

OPEN

OFF

CACHE REC

WHITE BAL

GAIN

PRST

DVI-I IN

Computer (presenter)

SDI IN

Camera

Projector

PGM monitoring display

REF IN

Reference signal input

Reference signal

generator

Connecting Devices

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Notes

• When you are using a reference signal generator, and do not want to perform loop-through output of the reference signal input to one of the REF IN connectors of the unit, attach a 75 Ω terminator to the other connector (see page I-14). In addition, be sure to install termination resistors of 75 Ω on each device connected to the unit. For details on how to install the termination resistors, refer to the operating instructions for each device.

• When the unit is connected to a device that cannot input

Chapter 2 Preparations

external reference signals, you can enable synchronization by enabling the frame synchronizer function of the SDI input connector connected to the device (default: enabled). For details on configuration,

see the “Operating Instructions (

This is always enabled for the VIDEO IN 1 to 3 connectors.

c Advanced Settings).”

Turning the Unit On/Off

Turning the unit on

Raise or lower the fader lever all the way up or down.

Fader lever

Turning the unit off

Set the power switch to the a position.

Note

When you turn off the unit, the configurations for the current effects, keys, and setup are not saved. To save the current configurations, perform [Startup Define] in the [Setup] menu.

For details on this operation, see “Saving Settings” (page I-35).

Connect the power cord (sold separately) to the AC IN connector on the rear panel of the unit, and connect the other end of the cord to an AC power supply.

Set the power switch to the ? position.

Power switch

The unit turns on and starts up. After startup is complete, a menu screen appears in the menu display and the unit is ready for operations.

Tip

The [Misc] (miscellaneous) menu appears after startup is complete.

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Connecting Devices

Configuring System Settings

Configure the system mode, system date and time, and other system settings in the menu control block.

V1 V2 V3 V4 SETUP

Turn the V1 knob to select [System Format], and select the signal format and aspect ratio with the respective knobs.

Rate

0001

System

Back

System Format

3D Mode System Reference

Select Format

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V3 Format Signal format 108059, 108050,

V4 Aspect Aspect ratio

3 0

108059

Mon

PGM

1/8

Aspect

16:9

720p59, 720p50, 480i59, 576i50, Te s t 1 , Te s t 2 , Te s t 3

:9, 4:3

Chapter 2 Preparations

For details on operations, see “Menu operations” (page I-11).

Configuring the Signal Format and Aspect Ratio

Specify the image signal format and aspect ratio to be used by the unit.

Press the SETUP button to display the [Setup] menu.

Turn the V1 knob to select [System], and press the knob.

0001

Setup

Startup Define

System

Audio Video (Input)

Select

Enter

Rate

3 0

Mon

PGM

2/11

Notes on setting values 108059: 1080i/59.94 (HD mode) 108050: 1080i/50 (HD mode) 720p59: 720p/59.94 (HD mode) 720p50: 720p/50 (HD mode) 480i59: 480i/59.94 (SD mode) 576i50: 576i/50 (SD mode) Test1: Used for tests.

Test2: Used for tests. Test3: Used for tests.

1) When [Test1] is selected while VGA signals (640 × 480/

59.94p, 60p) are input to HDMI IN 1 to 3, and you select HDMI inputs 1 to 3 using the PGM cross-point buttons 6 to 8, 480i/59.94 signals will be output to PGM OUT.

Note

Under normal circumstances, do not use the Test1 to Test3 settings as they are intended for tests. Functioning and performance are not guaranteed if you use Test1 to Test3.

Press the V3 or V4 knobs.

A confirmation message appears.

Press the V3 knob.

The confirmation message disappears.

Turn off the unit and turn it on again.

The unit will restart with the specified signal format and aspect ratio applied.

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Notes

• When the signal format is set to an HD mode, the 4:3 aspect ratio cannot be selected.

• To save effects, keys, and other setup configurations, perform [Startup Define] in the [Setup] menu before turning off the unit (see page I-35).

• If you want to configure other settings that require a system restart, configure all of the settings before restarting the unit.

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Turn the V1 knob to select [Time], and set the clock with the respective knobs.

Mon

Min

PGM

7/8

Rate

0001

3 0

System

Date

Time

LCD Backlight Back

Select Hour

Configuring the Date and Time

Configure the unit’s internal clock.

Press the SETUP button to display the [Setup] menu.

Turn the V1 knob to select [System], and press the knob.

Rate

0001

3 0

Setup

Startup Define

System

Audio Video (Input)

Select

Enter

Turn the V1 knob to select [Date], and set the date with the respective knobs.

Rate

0001

3 0

System

Date

Time LCD Backlight Back

Select Month

Year

2011

Mon

PGM

2/11

Mon

PGM

6/8

Day

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V3 Hour Hour 0 to 23

V4 Min Minute 0 to 59

Press the V3 or V4 knobs.

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Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V2 Year Year 2000 to 2099

V3 Month Month 1 to 12

V4 Day Day 1 to 31

Press the V2, V3, or V4 knobs.

Configuring System Settings

Press the SETUP button to display the [Setup] menu.

Configuring Video Signal Settings

Configure settings for handling video signals on the unit.

Assigning Video Signals to the Cross-Point Buttons

Assign the video signals that are input to the video input connectors on the rear panel of the unit and the unit’s internal signals to cross-point buttons 1 to 8 (PGM and PST/KEY) in the cross-point control block.

Signal name

SDI 1 to 4

HDMI 1 to 3

VIDEO 1 to 3

DVI-I The signals that are input differ depending on the

Description

The signals that are input differ depending on the system mode. For SD mode:

Assign the video of the SDI signals that are input to the SDI IN 1 to 4 connectors.

For HD mode:

Assign the video of the HD SDI signals that are input to the SDI IN 1 to 4 connectors.

For HD mode:

Assign the video of the HDMI signals that are input to the HDMI 1 to 3 connectors.

Notes

• These signals cannot be used in SD mode.

• Content with High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) cannot be used.

For SD mode:

Assign the video of the analog composite signals that are input to the VIDEO 1 to 3 connectors.

Note

These signals cannot be used in HD mode.

system mode. Assign the video of the DVI-I signals that are input to the DVI-I connector. Analog: XGA (1024 × 768) 60 Hz,

SXGA (1280 × 1024) 60 Hz, WXGA (1280 × 768) 60 Hz

Digital:

When the system format is 720p/59.94, 720p/50, 480i/59.94, 576i/50: Cannot be used. When the system format is 1080i/59.94, 1080i/50: 1080p/50, 1080p/60

Turn the V1 knob to select [Video (XPT)], and press the knob.

0001

Setup

Audio Video (Input)

Video (XPT)

Video (Output)

Select

Rate

3 0

Mon

PGM

5/11

Enter

Turn the V1 knob to select the number of the cross-point button ([XPT Assign 1] to [XPT Assign 14]) to which you want to assign the video signal, and turn the V4 knob to select the video signal source.

0001

Video (XPT)

Back

XPT Assign 1

XPT Assign 2 XPT Assign 3

Select

Rate

3 0

Mon

Source

PGM

1/15

SDI1

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V4 Source Video signal Black, SDI1 to 4,

DVI, H/V1 to 3, ColBg, FM, PGM

Notes on setting values Black: Black video SDI1 to 4: Video input from the SDI IN 1 to 4

connectors

DVI: Video input from the DVI-I IN connector H/V1 to 3: Video input from the HDMI IN 1 to 3

connectors or VIDEO IN 1 to 3 connectors

ColBg: Color background video FM: Frame memory video PGM: Program video output

Repeat step 3 for assignments to other buttons.

Chapter 2 Preparations

Note

Only signals of the format that is specified under [System Format] in the [Setup] menu can be input for SDI 1 to 4, HDMI 1 to 3, and VIDEO 1 to 3.

Configuring Video Signal Settings

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Tip

The following assignments are set under factory default settings.

PGM, PST/KEY cross-point button

1SDI1

2SDI2

3 SDI3

4SDI4

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5DVI

6H/V1

7H/V2

8 H/V3

Default setting

Configuring the Format of the Signal Input to the DVI-I Connector

To use DVI video inputs, configure the format of the signal input to the DVI-I connector on the rear panel of the unit.

Press the SETUP button to display the [Setup] menu.

Notes on setting values XGA: Analog, 1024 SXGA: Analog, 1280 WXGA: Analog, 1280

× 768/60

× 1024/60

× 768/60

HDTV50: Digital, 1080p/50 HDTV60: Digital, 1080p/60

Note

Digital signals are not accepted (i.e., not supported) in 720p/59.94, 720p/50, 480i/59.94, or 576i/50 mode.

Turn the V1 knob to select [Video (Input)], and press the knob.

0001

Setup

Audio

Video (Input)

Video (XPT) Video (Output)

Select

Rate

3 0

Mon

PGM

4/11

Enter

Turn the V1 knob to select [DVI], turn the V3 knob to select the signal format, and press the knob.

R a te

0001

Video (Input)

DVI

HDMI1 HDMI2 HDMI3

S elect Forma t

Mon

Name

PGM

5/11

XGA DVI

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Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V3 Format Signal format of

DVI-I video input

Configuring Video Signal Settings

XGA, SXGA, WXGA, HDTV50, HDTV60

Configuring Audio Signal Settings

Turn the V1 knob to select the channel fader number ([Audio Input Assign 1] to [Audio Input Assign 6]) to which you want to assign the audio signal, and select the audio signals for L and R with the respective knobs.

Configure settings for handling audio signals on the unit.

Assigning Audio Input Signals to the Channel Faders

Assign the audio signals that are input to the audio input connectors on the rear panel of the unit to the channel faders (1 to 6). Assigning separate audio to the left and right channels (L/ R) of a fader creates a stereo fader, while assigning the same audio to the left and right channels creates a monaural fader.

Audio input signals

Signal Description

MIC/LINE 1 to 6

LINE 7 and 8 Assign the audio that is input to the LINE

SDI 1 to 4 Assign the embedded audio of the SDI

HDMI 1 to 3 For HD mode:

Press the SETUP button to display the [Setup] menu.

Turn the V1 knob to select [Audio], and press the knob.

Setup

Startup Define System

Audio

Video (Input)

Select

Enter

Assign the audio that is input to the MIC/ LINE IN 1 to 6 connectors.

IN 7 and 8 connectors.

signals that are input to the SDI IN 1 to 4 connectors.

Note

These signals will be assigned as stereo.

Assign the embedded audio that is input to the HDMI 1 to 3 connectors.

Note

These signals will be assigned as stereo in HD mode. These signals cannot be used in SD mode.

0001

Rate

3 0

Mon

PGM

3/11

Rate

0001

3 0

Audio

Back

Audio Input Assign 1

Audio Input Assign 2 Audio Input Assign 3

Select Left

Mon

Right

PGM

1/20

M/L1 M/L1

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V3 Left Left audio

signal

V4 Right Right audio

signal

Repeat step 3 for assignments to other channel faders.

Tip

NotUse, M/L1, M/L2, M/L3, M/L4, M/L5, M/L6, L7, L8, SDI1L, SDI2L, SDI3L, SDI4L, HDMI1L, HDMI2L, HDMI3L

NotUse, M/L1, M/L2, M/L3, M/L4, M/L5, M/L6, L7, L8, SDI1R, SDI2R, SDI3R, SDI4R, HDMI1R, HDMI2R, HDMI3R

The following assignments are set under factory default settings.

Channel fader (L/R)

1 (L/R) MIC/LINE IN 1

2 (L/R) MIC/LINE IN 2

3 (L/R) MIC/LINE IN 3

4 (L/R) MIC/LINE IN 4

5 (L) MIC/LINE IN 5

5 (R) MIC/LINE IN 6

6 (L) LINE IN 7

6 (R) LINE IN 8

Default setting

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Configuring Audio Signal Settings

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Configuring the Mic/Line Levels for Audio Inputs

Adjustment of mic/line levels is necessary when the peak indicators light red, or when the input signal indicators do not light while audio signal input exists.

Repeat step 3 to configure the levels for the other MIC/ LINE IN connectors.

Setting example: If a peak indicator lights at the default setting of [–20 dB], select the [+4 dB] setting. (However, the peak indicator may also light at the [+4 dB] setting in some cases.)

Peak

Chapter 2 Preparations

indicator

Input signal indicator

When the peak indicators light red

A channel fader’s peak indicator will light red if the audio signal input is too loud. In this case, since the analog mic/ line level exceeds the input level of the currently selected line, use the following procedure to adjust it.

Press the SETUP button to display the [Setup] menu.

Turn the V1 knob to select [Audio], and press the knob.

0001

Setup

Startup Define System

Audio

Video (Input)

Select

Enter

Rate

3 0

Mon

PGM

3/11

When the input signal indicators do not light

When the input signal indicators do not light even when audio signals are being input, the reference values for the mic/line levels are not being met. In such cases, perform the previous peak indicator procedure, and configure the lower mic/line levels for the respective channels.

Setting example:

If an input signal indicator does not light at the default setting of [–20 dB], select the [–44 dB] setting.

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Turn the V1 knob to select the number of the MIC/ LINE IN connector ([MIC/LINE 1 Level] to [MIC/ LINE 6 Level]) for which you want to configure the mic/line level, and turn the V4 knob to select the level.

R a te

0001

Audio

MIC/LINE 1 Level

MIC/LINE 2 Level MIC/LINE 3 Level MIC/LINE 4 Level

S elect

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V4 Level Input level

Configuring Audio Signal Settings

Mon

Level

PGM

7/20

-20dB

–44 dB, +4 dB

–20 dB,

Configuring Multi Viewer Settings

The Multi Viewer allows you to display multiple video inputs, program video outputs, and preview video outputs simultaneously on a monitor connected to the unit. A 4-screen layout and a 10-screen layout are available.

4-screen layout 10-screen layout

3 4

(The numbers indicate the number assignments for each sub-screen.)

Multi Viewer output example: 10-screen layout

Red frames indicate the sub-screens for video inputs that are currently on air (i.e., the program video).

Preview video Program video

PVW

3 5

7 8910

PGM

When using the Multi Viewer, specify the video output for each sub-screen.

Press the SETUP button to display the [Setup] menu.

Turn the V1 knob to select [Multi Viewer], and press the knob.

0001

Setup

Video (Misc)

Multi Viewer

GPI/Tally Information

Select

Rate

3 0

Mon

PGM

8/11

Enter

Turn the V1 knob to select [Viewer Mode], and turn the V4 knob to select the split-screen layout.

0001

Multi Viewer

Back

Viewer Mode

Signal Assign 1 Signal Assign 2

Select

Rate

3 0

Mon

Split

PGM

1/11

Chapter 2 Preparations

SDI1 SDI2

DVI

KEY SOURCE

Note

H/V1

SDI3 ColBg

H/V2

Black

Red frame

If a frame memory key is on air, the red frame appears in the [FM-V] (video) sub-screen.

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting

V4 Split Split-screen

layout

Turn the V1 knob to select the sub-screen ([Signal

values 4, 10

Assign 1] to [Signal Assign 10]) to which you want to assign the video signal, and turn the V4 knob to select the video signal.

0001

Multi Viewer

Back Viewer Mode

Signal Assign 1

Signal Assign 2

Select

Rate

3 0

Mon

Source

PGM

2/11

PVW

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V4 Source Video

signal

Black, SDI1 to 4, DVI, H/V1 to 3, ColBg, FM-V, FM-K, PGM, PVW, Aux1PG, Aux1PV, Aux2PG, Aux2PV

Configuring Multi Viewer Settings

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Notes on setting values Black: Black video SDI1 to 4: Video input from the SDI IN 1 to 4

connectors

DVI: Video input from the DVI-I IN connector H/V1 to 3: Video input from the HDMI IN 1 to 3

connectors or VIDEO IN 1 to 3 connectors

ColBg: Color background video FM-V: Frame memory video FM-K: Frame memory key

Chapter 2 Preparations

PGM: Program video output PVW: Preview video output Aux1PG: Program video output of the Aux1 bus Aux1PV: Preview video output of the Aux1 bus Aux2PG: Program video output of the Aux2 bus Aux2PV: Preview video output of the Aux2 bus

Repeat step 4 to configure the other sub-screens.

Tip

The following video signals are assigned to each sub-screen under factory default settings.

Sub-screen Video signal

1 PVW

2PGM

3 SDI1

4SDI2

5SDI3

6SDI4

7DVI

8 H/V1

9H/V2

10 H/V3

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Configuring Multi Viewer Settings

Basic Operations

Switching Video

Switch between video signals that are input to the unit, compose images, and output programs from the PGM output connector. This section describes simple operations for switching video and applying effects while switching.

Chapter

PGM cross-point buttons

Chapter 3 Basic Operations

Frequently used effects can be saved as “snapshots” and recalled when

necessary. For details, see “Snapshots” (page I-34).

Cross-Point Button Switching

This is the most basic form of switching. Switching between video A and video B occurs instantly without added effects.

You can cut between videos by pressing a PGM cross-point button to which a different video is assigned.

In the cross-point control block, press the PGM cross-point button to which the video you want to switch is assigned.

The button you pressed lights red, and the video is output as the program output.

The button that is lit red indicates the current program video output.

Determine the next video to be used for program output, and press the corresponding PGM cross-point button.

The program video switches.

Checking the Preview Video before Switching with the CUT Button

Preview the next video that will be used for the program output before switching.

In the cross-point control block, press the PGM cross-point button to which the video you want to switch is assigned.

The PGM cross-point button you pressed lights red.

Press the PST/KEY cross-point button to which the next video to be used for program output (i.e., the target for switching) is assigned.

The PST/KEY cross-point button you pressed lights orange, and the selected video is used for PVW output.

Switching Video

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Press the CUT button in the transition control block.

Example: Frame In/Out (page I-27)

With this effect, the next video is superimposed as a frame within the current program video output and gradually expands to replace the current video.

Superimposed frame

Multiple patterns may be available for certain effects. For details on the

different patterns, see “Effect Pattern List” (page I-37).

Chapter 3 Basic Operations

The program video interchanges with the preview video. The lit PGM cross-point and PST/KEY cross-point buttons also interchange.

Applying Effects while Switching (Mix/Effect)

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

Mix (page I-27)

Transition into the next video by gradually overlapping the existing image.

Effect

You can use Wipe, NAM (non-additive mix), Slide, Squeeze, Door, Frame In/Out, Flip Tumble, PinP (picture-in-picture), Mosaic, and Defocus effects.

Basic operation flow

Select the video for program output.

Select the next video for output.

Select an effect (mix/effect).

Execute the transition.

To execute the transition

Press the AUTO TRANS button in the transition control block, or operate the fader lever.

Fader lever

Example: Wipe (page I-37)

With this effect, the next video for output replaces the current program video output as if wiping it away.

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Switching Video

AUTO TRANS button

AUTO TRANS button (automatic execution)

The video switches automatically at the current speed (transition rate) setting.

You can change the transition rate under [Transition Rate (1/2)] in the

[Misc] menu. For details on configuration, see “Configuring the Transition

Rate” (page I-27).

Fader lever (manual execution)

The video switches over as you move the lever. Move the lever in the direction of the lit transition indicator. The transition starts, and proceeds according to the rate at which you move the lever. When the lever is completely raised or lowered, the transition is complete and the transition indicator for the opposite direction will light.

Rate

0001

3 0

Misc

Transition Rate (1/2)

Transition Rate (2/2) Color BKGD Port Enable

Select Key

Effect

30 30

Mon

FTB

PGM

1/4

Note

If both the indicators are lit, completely raise or lower the fader lever in either direction.

Switching with mix

Press the PGM cross-point button of the video for program output.

Press the PST/KEY cross-point button for the next video for output.

Press the MIX button in the transition control block.

The button lights orange.

MIX button

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V2 Effect Effect transition 1 to 999 frames

(30)

V3 Key Key transition 1 to 999 frames

V4 FTB FTB

(fade-to-black) transition

(30)

1 to 999 frames (30)

Selecting Effects with the Numeric Keypad (Direct Selection)

The following effect patterns are pre-assigned to the numeric buttons (0 to 9) in the numeric keypad block. These buttons make it easy for you to apply effects.

Numeric button

Effect pattern Numeric

1251 (PinP)

0023 (Wipe: Diamond)

0024 (Wipe: Circle)

button

Effect pattern

0009 (Wipe)

0021 (Wipe: Box)

0001 (Wipe: Horizontal)

Chapter 3 Basic Operations

Execute the transition.

Configuring the Transition Rate

You can change the rate at which a video switches over (i.e., transition rate) when the AUTO TRANS button is used to execute a transition.

Press the MISC button to display the [Misc] menu.

Turn the V1 knob to select [Transition Rate (1/2)], and configure the transition rate with the V2 knob.

For details on specifying other effect patterns, see “Specifying effects by

pattern number” (page I-28).

Press the PGM cross-point button of the video for

1201 (Frame In/Out)

0017 (Wipe)

0005 (Wipe)

0007 (Wipe)

program output.

Press the PST/KEY cross-point button for the next video for output.

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Select an effect in the numeric keypad block.

Chapter 3 Basic Operations

1 Press the EFF button to light it.

2 If the DIRECT/ESC button is not lit, press the

button to light it.

3 Press the numeric button to which the effect pattern

you want to use is assigned.

Execute the transition.

Specifying effects by pattern number

Perform the following to specify effects by entering effect pattern numbers.

Composing Images with Keys

Keying is a function in which part of the background image is replaced by another image or superimposed text. The following keys can be used with this unit to compose video.

Luminance key (page I-29)

Based on the brightness (luminance) of the key source key fill (i.e., the background). In this composition example, the same image is selected as the key source and key fill.

1) The signal for cutting out the background is called a key source, and the

Linear key

This is a type of luminance key with a reduced variability in gain that allows more precise adjustment.

image B is cut out and superimposed on image A

signal for filling the cutout portion is called a key fill.

BAB

World Market World Market

For details on pattern numbers, see “Effect Pattern List” (page I-37).

Press the EFF button in the numeric keypad block to light it.

If the DIRECT/ESC button is lit, press the button to turn it off.

Use the numeric buttons (0 to 9) to enter the pattern number.

The pattern number entered appears at the top left of the menu screen.

Press the ENTER button.

The pattern icon of the number entered appears, and the effect pattern number changes to an orange display.

Tip

If you press the DIRECT/ESC button before pressing the ENTER button after entering the pattern number, the entry will be canceled and revert to the original pattern number.

For details on operations, see “Making Detailed Adjustments to the Linear Key” (c Advanced Settings).

Chroma key (page I-30)

A particular color (chroma) component is removed from image B, and image B is superimposed on image A (i.e., the background). Typically, a subject is shot in front of a blue screen and the portions of the background that contain blue components are later removed, leaving only the subject to be superimposed.

Background

BAB

Image to be

superimposed

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Composing Images with Keys

Composing Images with Luminance Keys

1 2

Press the KEY bus delegation button.

Press the PGM cross-point button of the video for program output.

Press the PST/KEY cross-point button of the key material (i.e., the image to be superimposed on the program video output).

Press the KEY next transition selection button.

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V4 Type Key type

selection

If necessary, you can also configure the clip value (brightness), gain value, and key transparency.

For details on configuration, see “Making Detailed Adjustments to the Luminance Key” (c Advanced Settings).

Lum (luminance key), Lin (linear key), Chr (chroma key)

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The selected image in its “key on” state is used for PVW output.

Press the MIX button or EFF button.

Press the KEY button in the menu control block to display the [Key] menu.

Turn the V1 knob to select [Key Type Select], and turn the V4 knob to select [Lum].

0001

Key

Back Key Transition

Key Type Select

Resizer

Select

Rate

3 0

Mon

Type

PGM

2/27

Lum

Execute the transition.

The image of the PST/KEY cross-point button is superimposed on the program video output.

You can also configure the duration for video composition (transition

rate). For details on configuration, see the “Configuring the Transition

Rate” (page I-27).

Luminance key settings can be saved as “snapshots” and recalled when

necessary. For details, see “Snapshots” (page I-34).

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Selecting the key fill and key source separately

Perform the following between step 7 and 8 of the previous procedure.

1 Turn the V1 knob to select [Key Fill/Src Select], and

turn the V3 knob to select [Split].

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V3 Source Key source

selection mode

2 Press the PST/KEY cross-point button to be used for

the key source while holding down the KEY bus delegation button.

Self, Auto, Split

Spl it

Mon

Fill

PGM

4/27

Bus

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Rate

0001

Key

Key Transition Key Type Select Resizer

Key Fill/Src Select

Select Source

Composing Images with Chroma Keys

This section describes how to perform “auto chroma key” where you specify a portion of the foreground video (e.g., a blue background color) and use it as a reference signal for creating the chroma key image through automatic adjustment.

You can also adjust chroma keys manually (manual chroma key).

For details, see “Making Detailed Adjustments to the Chroma Key” (c Advanced Settings).

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1 2

Press the KEY bus delegation button.

Press the PGM cross-point button of the video for program output.

Press the PST/KEY cross-point button of the key material (i.e., the image to be superimposed on the program video output).

Composing Images with Keys

Press the KEY next transition selection button.

The selected image in its “key on” state is used for PVW output.

Press the MIX button or EFF button.

Press the KEY button in the menu control block to display the [Key] menu.

Turn the V1 knob to select [Key Type Select], and turn the V4 knob to select [Chr].

0001

Key

Back Key Transition

Key Type Select

Resizer

Select

Rate

3 0

Mon

Type

PGM

2/27

Chr

Turn the V1 knob to select [Sample Mark], and press the V4 knob.

Rate

0001

Auto Chromakey

Back

Sample Mark

Sample Mark Adjust Auto Adjust Execute

Select

3 0

Mon

Mark

PGM

1/3

Enter

Auto chroma key mode is enabled, and a white sample mark appears in the PVW image.

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V4 Type Key type

Turn the V1 knob to select [Key Fill/Src Select], and

selection

Lum (luminance key), Lin (linear key), Chr (chroma key)

turn the V3 knob to select [Self].

Self

Mon

Fill

PGM

4/27

Bus

Self, Auto, Split

Rate

0001

Key

Key Transition Key Type Select Resizer

Key Fill/Src Select

Select Source

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V3 Source Key source

selection mode

Turn the V1 knob to select [Chromakey Auto Adj], and press the knob.

The menu changes to the [Auto Chromakey] menu for automatic chroma key adjustment.

Sample mark

Tip

To disable auto chroma key mode, press the V4 knob again.

Turn the V1 knob to select [Sample Mark Adjust], and turn the respective knobs to move the sample mark to specify the color to remove (i.e., the reference signal for the chroma key).

You can adjust the size and position of the sample mark using the following knob operations.

0.00

Mon

Size

PGM

2/3

25.00

Rate

0001

Auto Chromakey

Back

Sample Mark

Sample Mark Adjust

Auto Adjust Execute

Select Pos V

Pos H

0.00

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Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V2 Pos H Horizontal

position

V3 Pos V Vertical

position

V4 Size Size

1) The setting range will vary depending on the size setting.

–100.00 to +100.00 (0.00)

1.00 to 100.00 (25.00)

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Turn the V1 knob to select [Auto Adjust Execute], and press the V4 knob.

Mixing Audio

Chapter 3 Basic Operations

Rate

0001

Auto Chromakey

Back

Sample Mark Sample Mark Adjust

Auto Adjust Execute

Select

Mon

Start

PGM

3/3

Enter

Auto chroma keying is executed using the color specified with the sample mark as a reference signal, and the composed image is output in the PVW area.

Tip

After the auto chroma keying is executed, the sample mark disappears automatically.

Execute the transition.

The image of the PST/KEY cross-point button is superimposed on the program video output.

You can also configure the duration for video composition (transition

rate). For details on configuration, see the “Configuring the Transition

Rate” (page I-27).

Chroma key settings can be saved as “snapshots” and recalled when

necessary. For details, see “Snapshots” (page I-34).

Mix audio that is input to the unit, and output the final audio (i.e., program output) from the PGM OUT connector of the audio output block.

Input signals must be assigned to the channel faders (1 to 6) in the audio

control block beforehand. For details on configuration, see “Assigning

Audio Input Signals to the Channel Faders” (page I-21).

In the audio control block, press the CH ON buttons for the channels to which the audio signals you want to mix are assigned to light them.

The button lights green or turns off with each press.

CH ON button status

Button status Meaning

Lit green On Audio is output

Not lit Off (default) Audio disabled

Adjust the audio levels using each channel fader to perform mixing.

Use the program fader to adjust the audio level of the program output.

If the peak indicators light red or the input signal indicators do not

light, see “Configuring the Mic/Line Levels for Audio Inputs” (page

I-22) and adjust the mic/line levels.

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Mixing Audio

Switching audio for monitoring

Press the MONITOR SEL button to select [PGM]. The button lights orange for a moment and the audio for monitoring switches in the following sequence with each press.

PGM

t AUX1 t AUX2 t MIX

The current selection appears at the top right of the menu screen.

Adjusting audio levels for monitoring

Use the MONITOR LEVEL adjustment knob and the DIM button to adjust the level of the audio that is output to devices connected to the MON OUT L and R connectors and the HEADPHONES connector.

MONITOR LEVEL adjustment knobDIM button

Rate

0001

Audio Channel1

Back

Input Trim

Filter Equalizer High

Select

3 0

Mon

Level

PGM

1/11

0dB

Audio for monitoring PGM: Audio output from the PGM OUT L and R

connectors

AUX1: Audio output from the AUX OUT 1 connector AUX2: Audio output from the AUX OUT 2 connector MIX: Audio output from the MIX OUT L and R

connectors

Viewing the audio level meters

The audio level meters display the levels of the audio selected with the MONITOR SEL button within a 0 dB to –60 dB range (16 levels).

Over level display

Lights red when the level reaches 0 dB.

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MONITOR LEVEL adjustment knob

Turn the knob to perform adjustment of the audio level for monitoring.

DIM button

Pressing the button lights it orange and enables the dimmer function, which lowers the monitor level 20 dB. Pressing the button again disables the dimmer function and returns the original monitor level.

Monitoring the Audio of a Particular Channel Only

Use the Pre-Fade Listening (PFL) function to check the audio on a channel without the channel fader adjustments. You can do this, for example, on the MON OUT L and R connectors and the HEADPHONES connector. Hold down the ACCESS/PFL button for the channel you want to monitor for at least 0.5 seconds. While the button is held down, the audio for that channel is monitored.

Each level lights green as it is exceeded.

The lowest level, –∞, is always lit green.

Tips

• Peak hold is performed.

• During PFL (pre-fade listen), the PFL audio levels are displayed.

When you release the ACCESS/PFL button, the monitoring is ended.

Tips

• If you press another ACCESS/PFL button for at least 0.5 second during PFL, the sound of the subsequently specified channel is added.

• This does not affect the program output, AUX output, or MIX output.

Mixing Audio

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Press the STORE button.

Snapshots

The snapshot function allows you to save effect and key settings for specific scenes. By saving frequently used settings as snapshots, you can quickly recall settings when necessary. Up to 20 snapshots can be saved.

The following information is stored in a snapshot.

• Cross-point button numbers

• Backgrounds/keys

• Effect patterns

• Key setting status

• Transition status

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Saving Snapshots

The snapshot is registered.

Tip

If you enter a number that is already in use, the previous snapshot will be overwritten.

Example: When registered to number 8

Rate

0001

Misc

Transition Rate (1/2)

Transition Rate (2/2) Color BKGD Port Enable

Select Key

Snapshots can be exported to and imported from USB flash drive. For details on operations, see “Importing Snapshots” (c Advanced

Settings).

Effect

3 0

30 30 30

Mon

FTB

PGM

1/4

Recalling Snapshots

Press the SNAPSHOT button in the numeric keypad block to light it.

Use the numeric buttons to enter the number (1 to 20) under which to save the snapshot.

The number entered appears as the snapshot number in the menu screen.

Tip

If a snapshot is not currently registered to the number entered, “E” (empty) will appear to the left of the number.

Press the SNAPSHOT button in the numeric keypad block to light it.

Use the numeric buttons to enter the number of the snapshot to recall.

The number entered appears as the snapshot number in the menu screen.

Tip

If a snapshot is not currently registered to the number entered, “E” (empty) will appear to the left of the number.

Press the ENTER button.

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The snapshot is recalled.

Snapshots

Tip

To recall a snapshot without changing the cross-point, press the ENTER button while holding down the PGM cross-point button and/or PST/KEY cross-point button.

Saving and Selecting Settings

Bus delegation

BKGD PGM PGM bus

KEY PGM PGM bus

Cross-point row Unchanged

cross-point

PST/KEY PST bus

PST/KEY KEY bus (Fill bus

and Source bus)

You can save the current settings for effects, keys, and setup. You can also select whether to start up the unit with the saved settings or with the factory default settings.

Saving Settings

Press the SETUP button to display the [Setup] menu.

Turn the V1 knob to select [Startup Define], and press the V4 knob.

Rate

0001

Setup

Startup Define

System Audio Video (Input)

Select

3 0

The effect, key, and setup settings are saved.

Mon

Store

PGM

1/11

Enter

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Tip

When settings are saved, the [Startup Mode] automatically changes to [User].

Note

The current settings will be lost if the unit is turned off without saving.

Saving and Selecting Settings

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Selecting the Settings Recalled at Startup

Press the SETUP button to display the [Setup] menu.

Turn the V1 knob to select [System], and press the knob.

Chapter 3 Basic Operations

0001

Setup

Startup Define

System

Audio Video (Input)

Select

Rate

3 0

Mon

PGM

2/11

Enter

Turn the V1 knob to select [Startup Mode], turn the V4 knob to select the mode, and press the knob.

0001

System

REF OUT Phase

Startup Mode

Date Time

S elect

R a te

Mon

Def

PGM

5/8

User

Knob Parameter Meaning Setting values

V4 Def Recalled

settings

Fact, User

Notes on setting values

Fact: Factory default settings User: Saved settings

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Saving and Selecting Settings

Appendix

Squeeze

Effect Pattern List

Wipe

123

456

789

10 11 12

13 14 15

16 17 18

19 20 21

22 23 24

Mix

900

MIX

1021 1022 1023

1024 1025 1026

1027 1028 1029

Appendix

1030 1031

Door

1041 1042 1043

1044

Frame In/Out

1201 1202 1203

1204 1205 1206

1207 1208 1221

1222 1223 1224

NAM (non-additive mix)

901

NAM

Slide

1001 1002 1003

1004 1005 1006

1007 1008

Flip Tumble

1101 1102

PinP (picture-in-picture)

1251

Mosaic

1701

Defocus

1702

1) Can only be used for BKGD transitions.

Effect Pattern List

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Troubleshooting

Please verify the problem again. If the problem persists, contact your local Sony representative.

Problem Possible cause Solution

The video output is not displayed and the display is black.

The BKGD and KEY next transition buttons cannot be selected simultaneously.

Cannot select DME wipe for the effect transition type.

Cannot select DME wipe for the key transition type.

[Resizer] cannot be turned [On]. DME wipe is selected for the effect transition

Appendix

CG files do not appear in the list. The file is not saved in the import folder. Save the file in the “\Sony\MCS\FM”

Alpha channel video cannot be imported.

The menu selection buttons do not function.

Movement to sub-menus (lower menu levels) is disabled.

The FTB button in the transition control block does not function.

The KEY TRANS button in the transition control block does not function.

The EFF button in the transition control block does not function.

The KEY next transition button does not turn on (i.e., light).

After configuring the date and time settings, the settings appear incorrectly after restarting the power.

The FTB button is lit (on). Turn the FTB button off.

DME wipe is selected for the effect transition type.

DME is selected for the key transition type, or the resizer function is [On].

DME is selected for the effect transition type, or the resizer function is [On].

or key transition type.

The file name (including the extension) consists of 26 characters or more.

The CG files that include alpha channels were not created properly.

Entry of an effect pattern number or snapshot number is in progress in the numeric keypad block.

AUX 1 or AUX 2 is delegated to the crosspoint control block (i.e., the AUX 1 or AUX 2 bus delegation button is selected).

[Fade To Black] is set to [Disbl] in the [Setup] menu >[Video (Misc)] menu.

AUX 1 or AUX 2 is delegated to the crosspoint control block (i.e., the AUX 1 or AUX 2 bus delegation button is selected).

If the date and time appear incorrectly, the internal battery may be weak.

Select an effect transition type other than DME.

Select a key transition type other than DME, or turn the resizer function [Off].

Select an effect transition type other than DME, or turn the resizer function [Off].

Select an effect transition or key transition type other than DME.

folder.

Edit the file name to 25 characters or less (including the extension).

Create CG files that include alpha channels in TGA or TIFF format.

Operate the menu after you finish entering the effect pattern number or snapshot number.

Change the bus delegation button selection to BKGD or KEY.

Set [Fade To Black] to [Enbl].

Change the bus delegation button selection to BKGD or KEY.

Contact your local Sony representative.

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Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Remove dust from the ventilation holes once a month or whenever the holes are dirty.

Specifications

420 mm (16 5/8 in.)

General

Supported formats

1080i/ 50 Hz, 59.94 Hz 720p/ 50 Hz, 59.94 Hz 480i/ 59.94 Hz

576i/ 50 Hz Power 100 to 240 V AC ±10%, 50/60 Hz Power consumption

100 V: 0.7 A, 240 V: 0.3 A Inrush current (1) Maximum possible inrush current at

initial switch-on (Voltage changes caused by manual switching): 40 A peak, 10 A r.m.s. (240 V AC)

(2) Inrush current after a mains

interruption of five seconds (Voltage changes caused at zero-crossing): 10 A peak, 5 A r.m.s. (240 V AC)

Operation guarantee temperature

5 °C to 40 °C (41 °F to 104 °F) Performance guarantee temperature

10 °C to 35 °C (50 °F to 95 °F) Storage temperature

–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to +140 °F) Dimensions 420 × 122 × 265 mm

Mass Approx. 5.0 kg (13 lb. 4 oz.)

(16

/8 × 4 7/8 × 10 1/2 in.)

(WHD, excluding protrusions)

in.) /

265 mm (10

in.)

58 mm

265 mm (10 1/2 in.)

Video signals

Video input

SDI BNC (4), 75 Ω, 0.8 Vp-p ±10%,

1.5 Gbps, 270 Mbps

SMPTE-292M, SMPTE-299M,

SMPTE-259M-C, SMPTE-272M-A

HDMI HDMI (Type A) (3)

HDCP not supported, CEC not supported

DVI-I DVI (1) (DVI-IN)

HDCP not supported, digital/analog RGB

supported

Composite BNC (3), 1 Vp-p ±2 dB, negative sync

(75 Ω)

Reference BNC (2), loop through 75 Ω

Analog black burst or tri-level sync signal +6 dB to –3 dB reference value

in.) /

122 mm (4

Appendix

Maintenance / Specifications

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Supported input formats

• HD/SD system

SD/HD Input

Format

SD 576i/50 576i/50 Not

480i/59.94 480i/59.94 Not

HD 1080i/50 1080i/50 1080i/50 1080p/50 XGA (1024×768) / 60

1080i/59.94 1080i/59.94 1080i/59.94 1080p/60 XGA (1024×768) / 60

720p/50 720p/50 720p/50 Not

720p/59.94 720p/59.94 720p/59.94 N ot

1) WXGA (1280 × 768) supports only the following formats.

Appendix

Resolution Frequency (Hz) fs (MHz) fH (KHz) fV (Hz) H (pix) V (line)

1280 × 768 60 68.250 47.396 59.995 1440 790

SDI IN 1 to 4

HDMI IN 1 to 3

supported

DVI-I IN VIDEO IN

Digital

Analog

Not

XGA (1024×768) / 60

supported

SXGA (1280×1024) / 60 WXGA) 1280×768) / 60

Not

XGA (1024×768) / 60

supported

SXGA (1280×1024) / 60 WXGA) 1280×768) / 60

XGA (1024×768) / 60

supported

SXGA (128 60 WXGA) 1280×768) / 60

XGA (1024×768) / 60

supported

SXGA (1280×1024) / 60 WXGA) 1280×768) / 60

0×1024) /

REF IN

1 to 3

PAL PAL BB

NTSC NTSC BB

Not

PAL BB

supported

1080i/50 (tri-level)

Not

NTSC BB

supported

1080i/

59.94 (tri-level)

Not

PAL BB

supported

720p/50 (tri-level)

Not

NTSC BB

supported

720p/

59.94 (tri-level)

Supported output formats

• HD/SD system

SD/HD Output

Format

SD 576i/50 576i/50 Not supported 576i/50 PAL PAL BB

480i/59.94 480i/59.94 Not supported 480i/59.94 NTSC NTSC BB

HD 1080i/50 1080i/50 1080i/50 1080i/50 Not supported PAL BB

1080i/59.94 1080i/59.94 1080i/59.94 1080i/59.94 Not supported NTSC BB

720p/50 720p/50 720p/50 720p/50 Not support ed PAL BB

720p/59.94 720p/59.94 720p/59.94 720p/59.94 Not supported NTSC BB

SDI OUT DVI-D OUT VIDEO OUT AUX REF OUT

PGM, AUX1, AUX2, MV

AUX

• 3D system (Single, Dual Stream)

SD/HD Output

Format

HD 1080i/50 1080i/50 1080i/50 1080i/50 Not supported PAL BB

1080i/59.94 1080i/59.94 1080i/59.94 1080i/59.94 Not supported NTSC BB

720p/50 720p/50 720p/50 720p/ 50 Not suppor ted PAL BB

720p/59.94 720p/59.94 720p /59.94 720p/59.94 Not supported NTSC BB

1) MV: MULTI VIEWER

SDI OUT DVI -D OUT VIDEO OUT AUX REF OUT

PGM, AUX1,

AUX2 MV

AUX

Audio signals

• 3D system (Single, Dual Stream)

SD/HD Input

Format

HD 1080i/50 1080i/50 1080i/50 Not

1080i/59.94 1080i/59.94 1080i/59.94 Not

720p/50 720p/50 720p/50 Not

720p/59.94 720p/59.94 720p/59.94 Not

SDI IN 1 (L) 2 (R)

SDI IN 3 (L) 4 (R)

HDMI IN 1 to 3

supported

DVI-I IN VIDEO IN

Digital Analog

Not

supported

Not

supported

Not

supported

Not

supported

1 to 3

Not supported

REF IN

PAL BB 1080i/50 (tri-level)

NTSC BB 1080i/

59.94 (tri-level)

PAL BB 720p/50 (tri-level)

NTSC BB 720p/

59.94 (tri-level)

Video output

SDI BNC (4), 75 Ω, 0.8 Vp-p ±10%,

1.5 Gbps, 270 Mbps

SMPTE-292M, SMPTE-299M,

SMPTE-259M-C, SMPTE-272M-A

DVI-D DVI (2) (AUX, MULTI VIEWER)

HDCP not supported Composite BNC (1), 1 Vp-p ±2 dB, negative sync

(75 Ω)

Output material identical to DVI-D

(AUX) output

Reference BNC (1), 75 Ω

black burst signal,

NTSC: 0.286 Vp-p ±2 dB, negative sync

(75 Ω)

PAL: 0.3 Vp-p ±2 dB, negative sync

(75 Ω)

Audio input

Analog input 1 and 2

XLR+TRS combo (2)

(MIC/LINE 1 and 2), male

Reference input level: –44 dBu, –20 dBu,

+4 dBu, input impedance: 3.3 kΩ or more

Analog input 3 to 6

TRS phone (4) (MIC/LINE 3 to 6) Reference input level: –44 dBu, –20 dBu,

+4 dBu, input impedance: 3.3 kΩ or more

Analog input 7 and 8

Phono jack (2) (LINE 7 and 8) Reference input level: –10 dBu,

input impedance: 10 kΩ or more

Audio output

Analog output 1 and 2

XLR (2) (PGM OUT L and R), female Reference level: +4 dBu (10 kΩ load),

max. output level: +24 dBu, output impedance: 150 Ω

Analog output TRS phone (4)

(AUX 1/AUX 2/MON L/MON R)

Reference level: +4 dBu (10 kΩ load),

max. output level: +24 dBu, output impedance: 150 Ω

Analog output Phono jack (2) (MIX L/MIX R)

Reference level: 10 dBu (10 kΩ load),

max. output level: 10 dBu, output impedance: 470 Ω

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Specifications

Headphones output

Standard stereo PHONE (1)

Max. output: 25 mW × 2 (16 Ω load)

Other interfaces

USB Type A (1) REMOTE 9-pin D-sub (1), male, RS-232C,

38.4 k Baud

TALLY/GPI 15-pin D-sub (1), male

Input: 4 ch, output: 8 ch Open Corrector

(max. current 5 mA or less, max. voltage 5 V or less)

Supplied accessories

75-Ω termination resistor (1) Operating Instructions (Volume I Basic Operation)

(Japanese and English, 1 each) (this document)

CD-ROM (Operating Instructions (Volume I Basic

Operation/Volume II Advanced Settings)) (1)

Warranty (1)

Optional accessories

1 AC power code (for USA and Canada)

125 V, 10 A, 2.4 m (7 ft. 10

Part number: 1-551-812-31 1 AC power code (for Europe)

250 V, 10 A, 2.5 m (8 ft. 2

Part number: 1-782-929-12 1 AC power code (for China)

250 V, 10 A, 1.83 m (6 ft.

Part number: 1-830-860-11 2 Holder, Plug (Black)

Part number: 2-990-242-01

/2 in.)

• Always make a test recording, and verify that it was recorded successfully. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF FAILURE OF THIS UNIT OR ITS RECORDING MEDIA, EXTERNAL STORAGE SYSTEMS OR ANY OTHER MEDIA OR STORAGE SYSTEMS TO RECORD CONTENT OF ANY TYPE.

• Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.

Appendix

AC inlet

(Unit)

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Specifications

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Pin Configurations

Example Connection of GPI Input

TALLY/GPI connector

15-pin D-sub, male

Pin No. Signal name Description

1 GPO1 GPI output 1 / tally 1

2 GPO2 GPI output 2 / tally 2

3 GPO3 GPI output 3 / tally 3

4 GPO4 GPI output 4 / tally 4

5 GPO5 GPI output 5 / tally 5

6 GPO6 GPI output 6 / tally 6

7 GPO7 GPI output 7 / tally 7

8 GPO8 GPI output 8 / tally 8

9GNDGND

10 GND GND

Appendix

11 GPI1 GPI input 1

12 GPI2 GPI input 2

13 GPI3 GPI input 3

14 GPI4 GPI input 4

15 GND GND

Switch or relay connection

External device MCS-8M

10 kΩ

1 kΩ

Open collector connection

External device MCS-8M

10 kΩ

REMOTE connector

RS-232C, 9-pin D-sub, male

Pin No. Signal name Description

1 – No Connection

2 RX Received Data

3 TX Transmitted Data

4 DTR Data Terminal Ready

5 GND Ground

6 DSR Data Set Ready

7 RTS Request to Send

8 CTS Clear to Send

9 – No Connection

1 kΩ

Example Connection of Tally/GPI Output

External deviceMCS-8M

Maximum voltage: 5 V

Maximum load current: 5 mA

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Specifications

Index

Numerics

3D Mode II-41, II-48 3D System II-40 8/SHIFT I-11

ACCESS/PFL Button I-9, I-33, II-31 Adjustment Knobs 1 to 4 I-10

Incremental Adjustment I-11 Aspect II-17, II-26, II-30 Aspect Ratio I-17 Audio I-21, I-32

Mixing I-32

Monitoring I-33 Audio Channel Menu II-31

AUX OUT Assign II-33

Equalizer High II-32

Equalizer Low II-32

Equalizer Mid II-32

Filter II-31

Input Trim II-31

Limiter/Compressor II-32

MIX OUT Assign II-33

Pan II-32

PGM Assign II-33 Audio Control Block I-9 Audio Input Assign I-21, II-49 Audio Input Block I-13 Audio Input Signals I-21 Audio Inputs I-22 Audio Level Meters I-9, I-33 Audio Menu II-49

Audio Input Assign II-49

Audio Output Delay II-50

MIC/LINE Level II-49

Oscillator II-50

Output Level II-50

SDI OUT AUX Assign II-50

SDI OUT MULTI VIEWER

Assign II-50

SDI OUT PGM Assign II-49 Audio Mixing II-31 Audio Monitor I-10 Audio Output Block I-13 Audio Output Delay II-50 Auto Adjust Execute I-32, II-27 Auto Chromakey Menu II-27

Auto Adjust Execute II-27

Sample Mark II-27

Sample Mark Adjust II-27 AUTO TRANS Button I-11, I-26, II-8 AUX 1 and 2 Buttons I-11

AUX OUT Assign II-33

BKGD Button I-11, I-12, I-35 Border Adjust II-25 Border Matte Adjust II-25 Bus Delegation II-9 Bus Delegation Button

I-11, I-29, I-35, II-9, II-19

AUX 1 and 2 Buttons I-11, II-9 BKGD Button I-11, I-35, II-9 KEY Button I-11, I-29, I-35, II-9,

II-19, II-20

CH ON Button I-9, I-32 Channel Fader I-9, I-21, I-32, II-31 Chr I-31 Chr Key Adjust II-28 Chr Key Window II-28 Chr Key Window Adj II-28 Chroma Key I-28, I-30

Detailed Adjustments II-21 Chromakey Auto Adj I-31, II-24 Chromakey Manual Adj II-24 Color BKGD II-8 Color Cancel II-28 Color Cancel Adjust II-28 Compressor II-32 Configuration Data II-37 Crop H II-18 Crop V II-18 Cropping II-13 Cross-Point Button I-19, I-25

Assigning Video Signals I-19

Switching I-25 Cross-Point Control Block I-11 CUT Button I-11, I-25

Date I-18 Date and Time I-18 Defocus I-37 Digital Multi Effect II-7, II-20 DIM Button I-9, I-33 Dimmer I-33 Direct Selection I-27 DIRECT/ESC Button I-12, I-28 DME II-7, II-20 DME Wipe II-13

Basic Operations II-13

Detailed Adjustments II-13 DME Wipe Adjust II-15 DME Wipe Bkgd Color II-16 DME Wipe Edge II-16 DME Wipe Edge Color II-16

DME Wipe Modify Menu II-18

Crop H II-18 Crop V II-18 Positioner II-18 Positioner Adjust II-18

Size II-18 Door I-37 DVI I-20, II-51 DVI Input Signals II-51 DVI OUT AUX Assign II-53 DVI OUT MULTI VIEWER

Assign II-53

DVI Video Inputs I-20

EFF Button I-10, I-11, I-12, I-28, I-29,

I-30, II-10, II-15, II-19 Effect I-26 Effect Menu II-15

DME Wipe Adjust II-15 DME Wipe Bkgd Color II-16 DME Wipe Edge II-16 DME Wipe Edge Color II-16 Effect Transition II-15 Wipe Adjust II-15 Wipe Edge II-15

Wipe Edge Color II-15 Effect Pattern List I-37 Effect Transition II-15 Effects I-26 ENTER Button I-12, I-28, I-34 Equalizer II-32 Equalizer High II-32 Equalizer Low II-32 Equalizer Mid II-32 Export II-36 Export Config II-37 Export Snapshot II-38 Exporting II-36, II-37, II-38

Configuration Data II-37

Frame Memory II-36

Snapshot II-38

F1 and F2 Buttons I-10 Fade To Black II-54 Fader Lever I-12, I-26 FILE Button I-10, II-37 File Menu II-37, II-38, II-39

Export Config II-37

Export Snapshot II-38

Import Config II-38

Import Snapshot II-39

USB Memory Format II-39 Fine Key II-25 Fine Key Adjust H II-25

Index

I-43

Fine Key Adjust V II-25 Flip Tumble I-37 FM Button I-10, II-34 Formatting USB Flash Drive II-39 Frame In/Out I-26, I-37 Frame Memory II-34 Frame Memory Freeze II-35 Frame Memory Menu

II-34, II-35, II-36

Export II-36 Frame Memory Freeze II-35 Import II-36 Input Freeze II-34

Select II-35 Freezing II-34 Front Panel I-9 FTB Button I-11, II-8, II-54

GPI Input I-42, II-43, II-44 GPI Output I-42, II-43 GPI Output/Tally II-45 GPI/Tally Menu II-44

Index

GPI Input II-44

GPI Output/Tally II-45

On Air Source II-46

HDMI II-51

Import II-36 Import Config II-38 Import Snapshot II-39 Importing II-36, II-38, II-39

Configuration Data II-38

Image II-36

Snapshot II-39 Information II-54 Input Freeze II-34 Input Reference Signals II-47 Input Signal Indicator I-9, I-22 Input Trim II-31

Key I-28, II-19

Basic Operations II-19

Detailed Adjustments II-20 KEY Button I-10, I-11, I-12, I-29,

I-35, II-19, II-20, II-23 Key DME Wipe II-24 Key DME Wipe Modify Menu II-30

Positioner II-30 Positioner Adjust II-30 Size II-30

Key Edge Type II-25 Key Fill Mat Adjust II-23 Key Fill/Src Select II-23 Key Invert II-24 Key Mask II-25 Key Mask Box H II-25 Key Mask Box V II-25 Key Menu II-23

Border Adjust II-25 Border Matte Adjust II-25 Chromakey Auto Adj II-24 Chromakey Manual Adj II-24 Fine Key II-25 Fine Key Adjust H II-25 Fine Key Adjust V II-25 Key DME Wipe II-24 Key Edge Type II-25 Key Fill Mat Adjust II-23 Key Fill/Src Select II-23 Key Invert II-24 Key Mask II-25 Key Mask Box H II-25 Key Mask Box V II-25 Key Soft Edge II-25 Key Transition II-23 Key Type Select II-23 Key Wipe II-24 Key Wipe Edge II-24 Lin Key Adjust II-23 Lin Key Mode II-24 Lum Key Adjust II-23 Lum Key Mode II-23

Resizer II-23 Key Soft Edge II-25 KEY TRANS Button

I-12, II-8, II-20, II-23 Key Transition II-20 Key Type II-21 Key Type Select I-29, I-31, II-23 Key Wipe II-24 Key Wipe Edge II-24 Key Wipe Modify Menu II-29

Aspect II-30 Multi II-30 Multi Adjust II-30 Positioner II-29 Positioner Adjust II-29 Rotation II-29 Rotation Adjust II-29

LCD Backlight II-48 Limiter II-32 Limiter/Compressor II-32 Lin Key Adjust II-23 Lin Key Mode II-24 Linear Key I-28, II-21

Location II-26 Lum I-29 Lum Key Adjust II-23 Lum Key Mode II-23 Luminance Key I-28, I-29, II-21

Manual Chromakey Menu II-28

Chr Key Adjust II-28 Chr Key Window II-28 Chr Key Window Adj II-28 Color Cancel II-28 Color Cancel Adjust II-28

Operations I-11

Viewing I-10 Menu Control Block I-10 Menu Selection Button I-10

EFF Button I-10, II-15

FILE Button I-10, II-37

FM Button I-10, II-34

KEY Button I-10, II-23

MENU1 and 2 Buttons I-10

MISC Button I-10, II-8

SETUP Button I-10, I-17, I-18,

I-19, I-20, II-47 MENU1 and 2 Buttons I-10 Message List II-55 MIC/LINE Level I-22, II-49 MISC Button I-10, II-8 Misc Menu II-8

Color BKGD II-8 Port Enable II-8

Transition Rate II-8 Mix I-26, I-27, I-37, II-20 MIX Button

I-11, I-27, I-29, I-30, II-19 MIX OUT Assign II-33 MONITOR LEVEL Adjustment

Knob I-9, I-33 MONITOR SEL Button I-9, I-33 Mosaic I-37 Multi II-17, II-30 Multi Adjust II-17, II-30 Multi Viewer I-23

NAM I-37, II-7 Next Transition Selection Button I-11

BKGD Button I-11, I-12

KEY Button I-11, I-12 Non-Additive Mix II-7 Numeric Buttons (0 to 9) I-12, I-27 Numeric Keypad I-27 Numeric Keypad Block I-12

I-44

Index

On Air Source II-46 Oscillator II-50 Output Level II-50

Pan II-32 Peak Indicator I-9, I-22 PFL I-33 PGM Assign II-33 PGM Cross-Point Button

I-11, I-19, I-25 Pin Configurations I-42 PinP I-37, II-13 Port Enable II-8 POS Button I-10, II-11, II-13 Positioner II-16, II-18, II-29 Positioner Adjust

II-16, II-18, II-29, II-30 Pre-Fade Listen I-33 Preview Video I-23 Program Fader I-9, I-32 Program Video I-23 PST/KEY Cross-Point Button

I-11, I-19, I-25

REF OUT Phase II-48 Reference Signal Input/Output

Block I-14 Resizer II-23 Resizer Menu II-26

Aspect II-26 Location II-26 Rotation II-27

Rotation Mode II-26 Rotation II-17, II-29 Rotation Adjust II-17, II-29 Rotation Mode II-26

Sample Mark I-31, II-27 Sample Mark Adjust I-31, II-27 Saving Settings I-35 SDI II-51 SDI OUT AUX Assign II-50, II-53 SDI OUT MULTI VIEWER

Assign II-50, II-53 SDI OUT PGM Assign II-49, II-53 Select II-35 Setup II-47 SETUP Button

I-10, I-17, I-18, I-19, I-20, II-47 Setup Menu II-44, II-47, II-49, II-51,

II-52, II-53, II-54

Audio II-49 GPI/Tally II-44 Information II-54 Install II-54 Multi Viewer I-23 Startup Define I-35 System II-47 Video (Input) II-51 Video (Misc) II-54 Video (Output) II-53

Video (XPT) II-52 SHIFT II-52 Signal Assign I-23 Signal Format I-17 Size II-18 Slide I-37 Snapshot I-34, II-38

Recalling I-34

Saving I-34 SNAPSHOT Button I-12, I-34 Specifications I-39 Squeeze I-37 Startup Define I-35 Startup Mode II-48 STORE Button I-12, I-34 System Configuration Example

3D System II-6

HD System I-8

SD System II-5 System Format I-17, II-48 System Menu II-48

3D Mode II-48

Date II-48

LCD Backlight II-48

REF OUT Phase II-48

Startup Mode II-48

System Format II-48

System Reference II-48

Time II-48 System Reference II-48

Tally Input I-42 Tally Output II-43 Time I-18 Transition Control Block I-11 Transition Indicator I-11, I-27 Transition Rate I-27, II-8 Transition Rate Area I-10 Transition Type II-7 Transition Type Selection Button

I-11

EFF Button

I-11, I-29, I-30, II-10, II-19

MIX Button

I-11, I-27, I-29, I-30, II-19

Troubleshooting I-38

Turning the Unit On/Off I-16

USB Memory Format II-39

V1 I-11 V2 I-11 V3 I-11 V4 I-11 VIDEO II-51 Video (Input) I-20 Video (Input) Menu II-51

DVI II-51 HDMI II-51 SDI II-51 VIDEO II-51

Video (Misc) Menu II-54

Fade To Black II-54 Switch Timing II-54

Video (Output) Menu II-53

DVI OUT AUX Assign II-53 DVI OUT MULTI VIEWER

Assign II-53 SDI OUT AUX Assign II-53 SDI OUT MULTI VIEWER

Assign II-53 SDI OUT PGM Assign II-53 VIDEO II-53

Video (XPT) I-19 Video (XPT) Menu II-52

XPT Assign II-52 XPT Shift Mode II-52

Video Input Block I-14 Video Output Block I-14 Video Switching I-25, II-7 Viewer Mode I-23

Wipe I-26, I-37, II-7, II-10, II-20 Wipe Adjust II-15 Wipe Edge II-12, II-15 Wipe Edge Color II-15 Wipe Modify Menu II-16

Aspect II-17 Multi II-17 Multi Adjust II-17 Positioner II-16 Positioner Adjust II-16 Rotation II-17 Rotation Adjust II-17

Wipe Patterns II-11

XPT Assign I-19, II-52

Index

I-45

XPT Shift Mode II-52 X-Y Pointer I-10, II-11, II-13

Index

I-46

Index

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Sony MCS-8M User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

About This Manual

How to Read the Manual

Usage Precautions

Note on Faulty Pixels on the LCD Panel

Using the CD-ROM Manual

Preparations

To Read the CD-ROM Manual

Chapter 1 Overview

Introduction

Names and Functions of Parts

Front Panel

Rear Panel

Connecting Devices

Chapter 2 Preparations

Turning the Unit On/Off

Configuring System Settings

Configuring the Signal Format and Aspect Ratio

Configuring the Date and Time

Configuring Video Signal Settings

Assigning Video Signals to the Cross-Point Buttons

Configuring the Format of the Signal Input to the DVI-I Connector

Configuring Audio Signal Settings

Assigning Audio Input Signals to the Channel Faders

Configuring the Mic/Line Levels for Audio Inputs

Configuring Multi Viewer Settings

Switching Video

Chapter 3 Basic Operations

Cross-Point Button Switching

Checking the Preview Video before Switching with the CUT Button

Applying Effects while Switching (Mix/Effect)

Selecting Effects with the Numeric Keypad (Direct Selection)

Configuring the Transition Rate

Composing Images with Keys

Composing Images with Luminance Keys

Composing Images with Chroma Keys

Mixing Audio

Snapshots

Saving Snapshots

Recalling Snapshots

Saving and Selecting Settings

Saving Settings

Selecting the Settings Recalled at Startup

Appendix

Effect Pattern List

Troubleshooting

Maintenance

Specifications

Pin Configurations

Example Connection of GPI Input

Example Connection of Tally/GPI Output

Index