Visual Circuits MC, SC, MZ, Firefly SC, Firefly MC Specifications

Firefly SC

FIREFLY

With the versatile line of Firefly digital media players from Focus Enhancements, distrib­uting content to multiple displays and locations has never been easier. Whether you are
looking for an affordable single-channel media player, a reliable multi-channel player,
or a powerful multi-zone player, the Firefly line of digital media players from Focus En
hancements has you covered.

Firefly Digital Media Players

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Firefly MC

Firefly MZ

Applications

Command and Control

Events and Entertainment

Financial Services

Healthcare

Hospitality

Narrowcasting

Retail

Transportation

Firefly digital media players feature single- to four-channel delivery and support a wide ar­ray of graphics formats. All models work with Focus Enhancements’ Media Messenger

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and
DART media management software for convenient scheduling and content distribution and
feature a WebView

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browser-based user interface and TCP/IP or serial control.In addition,
Firefly digital media players feature SNMP, satellite, and terrestrial multicast support, along
with content updating via FTP or HTTP.

Connect Firefly players to your network for efficient control and remotely managed content
updates, saving operational time and ensuring that updates occur when and where they are
needed, with no local operator intervention.

Firefly players are rugged and stand up to the rigorous challenges of today’s most demand
ing digital media applications. Their compact design also makes them ideal for kiosks,
display advertising, and other small-footprint installations.

Models

Firefly SC Digital Media Player

Perfect for delivering single-channel programming to multiple locations, the Firefly SC Digi
tal Media Player enables you to send one standard-definition MPEG-1 or MPEG-2 stream to
a display. This versatile unit supports a wide range of graphics formats and provides content
updating via automated FTP, HTTP, or multicast.

Firefly MC Multi-Channel Digital Media Player

With scheduled content delivery on up to four channels, the Firefly MC Multi-Channel Dig
ital Media Player is an extremely versatile player. The integrated SmartCard reader provides
enhanced security and makes it easy to add options such as Dolby Digital
audio and genlocked external AV input. Content updating is available via automated FTP,
HTTP, CD/DVD, or multicast.

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Firefly MZ Multi-Zone Digital Media Player

Specifically designed for professional video applications, the Firefly MZ Multi-Zone Digital
Media Player includes technology that enables you to designate zones within a display
screen and show different content in each zone. Display high-resolution graphics, video,
and scrolling messages—simultaneously. Update via FTP, HTTP, or multicast.

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FIREFLY

Support

When you purchase digital signage solu­tions from Focus Enhancements, you not
only receive reliable products that deliv­er superior performance every day, you
also receive unconditional service and
support from a team of seasoned video
professionals. All products are backed by
comprehensive warranties and optional
support contracts that cover installation,
training, 24/7 phone support, and prior­ity parts replacement.

Consultation

With extensive experience in design­ing, configuring, and integrating digital
signage solutions for leading organiza­tions around the world, the Focus team
can help you select the right products for
your needs. If you have special require­ments, solution consultation and custom
configuration services are available.

Technical Specifications

HARDWARE Firefly SC Firefly MC Firefly MZ

Video Decoding MPEG-1 ISO 11172; MPEG-2 ISO 13818-2; 4:2:0 program streams (video + audio);

Multi-Zone
Output

Output Component, S-video, DVI - I (MZ only), composite and RGB (MZ only) via female

Graphics 8-bit or 16-bit (MZ only) graphic overlay with adjustable transparency and fade

Network 10/100 Mb/s Ethernet via RJ-45: IP addressing Static or DHCP; Kencast

Serial and
Ethernet Control

Internal Storage

Audio Decoding MPEG Layer II Stereo; Dolby Digital 5.1 mixed to 2 analog channels (stereo PCM)

Output Unbalanced stereo via

Software WebView: HTML-based setup, monitor, and control interface; requires Internet

Physical 4.45 cm (1.75") high (1RU)

Weight

Power Supply in: 100–240V AC,

Temperature

Certification FCC: Part 15 Class A; CE

NTSC/PAL transcoding; constant or variable bit rate decoding; 12 Mb/s maximum bit rate;
4:3 or true 16:9 aspect ratio (content dependent); different MPEG formats may be mixed;
external A/V input (composite; MC only) with genlocked A/V switch (optional; MC only)

— — DVI, Composite, S-Video

BNC connectors

transitions; (BMP, JPG, GIF, TIF, TGA, PNG, Animated GIF)
Adjustable screen position; 16-bit transparency blending; 256 levels; multi-zone

regions (MZ only)

Skystream multicast

AMX, Leightronix, and Crestron

120GB internal hard disk (44 hours of video)

(optional; MC only)

Analog: Balanced stereo
Phoenix (AWG 28-22
wire); Stereo or Dolby
Digital via SPDIF

Explorer 5.5 or higher (included)
Media Messenger: For managing and distributing media via FTP or HTTP to single or

multiple Firefly servers (included with MZ; optional for SC and MC)
DART: For developing and managing a large in-store digital media network (optional)

x 25.4 cm (10") wide x 20.1
cm (8.25") deep

Approximately 1.81 kg
(3.5 lbs.)

50/60 Hz, 37 watts aver
age; Supply out: 12V DC,
18 watts average

0o–40o Celsius continuous operation; (0o–45o C short term)

via Phoenix terminals;

Digital: Stereo or Dolby

Digital via BNC connectors

4.45 cm (1.75") high (1RU)

x 43 cm (17") wide x 41 cm

(16") deep

Approximately 5.5 kg

(12 lbs.)

90–240V AC, 50/60 Hz,

approximately 60 watts

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RGB

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and

Unbalanced stereo via
Phoenix (AWG 28-22
wire); Stereo or Dolby
Digital via SPDIF

4.45 cm (1.75") high (1RU)
x 25.4 cm (10") wide x 20.1
cm (8.25") deep

Approximately 1.81 kg
(3.5 lbs.)

Supply in: 100–240V AC,
50/60 Hz, 37 watts aver
age; Supply out: 12V DC,
18 watts average

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