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4. Figure 5 10 smartOSD Read OSD iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 5 1 3 3 Power Control Video Wall Box Software OSD Power Control Control Panel PC Setting About Figure 5 11 smartOSD Power Control 2 Power Control The Power Control option turns the iVu4 9 on and off gt On Turns on the video box gt Off Turns off the video box iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 5 1 3 4 PC Setting The PC Setting page sets the command port to use for data communication between the video box and the computer Video Wall Box Software OSD PC Setting Control Panel Power Control Hide Exit Figure 5 12 smartOSD PC Setting gt COM Port The COM Port sets which serial port to use for data communication with the video box The available serial ports depend on the system 2 Identify The Identify button shows a red square for each full image in the array gt Clone Mode Four red squares are displayed gt Split Mode Two red squares are displayed gt video Wall One red square is displayed iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 5 1 3 5 About Page The About Page shows some general information about the smartOSD Video Wall Box Software OSD About 4 smartOsD Control Panel Read OSD Power Control PC Setting pomme PIT Video Wall Box Software OSD V 0 7 5 2008 07 29 Ee n Figure
5. OSD normal position 3 OSD rotated 90 counterclockwise 4 OSD ID information 4 Oxff 1 2 3 4 Table 6 11 Set OSD Mode iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Appendix B Terminology iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller COM DIO DVI GPIO LCD LVDS VGA COM refers to serial ports Serial ports offer serial communication to expansion devices The serial port on a personal computer is usually a male DB 9 connector The digital inputs and digital outputs are general control signals that control the on off circuit of external devices or TTL devices Data can be read or written to the selected address to enable the DIO functions The Digital Video Interface standard allows analog and digital video transmission General purpose input output Liquid crystal display LCD is a flat low power display device that consists of two polarizing plates with a liquid crystal panel in between Low voltage differential signaling LVDS is a dual wire high speed differential electrical signaling system commonly used to connect LCD displays to a computer The Video Graphics Array VGA is a graphics display system developed by IBM iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Appendix C Hazardous Materials Disclosure Page 66 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller C 1 Hazardous Materials Disclosure Table for IPB Products Certified as ROHS Compliant
6. 2 2 Figure 2 3 Figure 2 4 Figure 2 5 Figure 2 6 Figure 2 7 Figure 4 1 Figure 4 2 Figure 4 3 Figure 4 4 Figure 4 5 Figure 4 6 Figure 4 7 Figure 4 8 Figure 4 9 Figure 5 1 Figure 5 2 Figure 5 3 Figure 5 4 Figure 5 5 Figure 5 6 Figure 5 7 Figure 5 8 Figure 5 9 Page x DVS EE EA EE EE EE N N 2 iVu4 Overview Front View esse ee AE EE REG AE EG AE RE Ee nennen nnne nnne Ee GR AR RE EG AR RE nnns 3 iVu9 Overview Front View esse ee ke ee AE REG AR EG AR Ee OG AE Ee Ge AR RE Re Ge AR RE ee AE ee ee en 4 Overview Rear VIe 4 Overview Rear View ie Ke Eie dee eek Ke dee eN Ke ev ke Gee ey ee EK Res ev ke 5 iVu4 Video Box Dimensions use see Re RR RE AR RE ER KEER EE RE AR KA nennen ER EE AR Ke nennt Re ee ER Ee 8 iVu9 Video Box Dimensions se nee Re RR KA AR KEER ER KERE EE RE AR KA RR KEER ER EE AR nnne ER Ee 9 Vus Front Panel ie be ee We aa e Ee ee be Dee EE Ee N EE 10 IVu9 Front Panel sie ye Ge ee Re GR De Bee OE ede Pe ep decode EA eg eed 11 ATP Iu EE EE EE N N EE N EN 12 up Rear Panel RE N EE EE adiaua 12 COMI Pinout BE 14 Four Panel Satup ies dees bes ent elt rit ecei eene de ED oe Ek ee Se ol ee EE ee be 20 9 Panel Setup ieiunio ee 21 Mounting Bracket sees esse AR RE ER RE AR KA AR REG RR KEER KERE AR Ke ARK Ra Ee ER EER KRAAK Ge ER KG ER Ke nnn 23 Cable Connect ONS ELT T Ems 24 VID O SOUNCC Ee 25 Vu4 9 Video Input eerste EES ENEE 25 Serial Devi
7. 5 13 smartOSD About Page iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 5 2 Using the OSD The OSD menu functions are described below 5 2 1 OSD Buttons There are several on screen display OSD control buttons oriented either vertically on the right side of the monitor front panel or on the bottom of the monitor front panel Figure 5 14 shows a typical arrangement of OSD controls Up Left Enter Menu Down Right Figure 5 14 OSD Buttons Menu Enter Enters the OSD selects items and sets the new values entered Left Moves the selection left Right Moves the selection right Up Moves the selection up Down Moves the selection down Auto Exit Exits from any menu 5 2 2 OSD Lock The OSD front panel buttons can be locked using the OSD lock function To turn the OSD lock on and off follow the steps below The OSD can also be locked using the smartOSD Step 1 Push the Right and Auto Exit buttons simultaneously for a few seconds Step 2 The OSD display shows the current status as locked or unlocked iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 5 2 3 OSD Menu The subsections below cover the layout and use of the OSD The table below shows the OSD menu structure Menu Options Description Bezel control BC Turns bezel on and off X Sets horizontal bezel value Y Sets vertical bezel value Input resolution INX Displays horizontal input resolutio
8. E ATE E E EEN 53 6 3 TROUBLESHOOTING E 53 6 3 1 No Image on One Monitor sd ER ien Re UN GN ee ee SG pe SG 53 6 3 1 1 Check Monitor POWEBE siese bies be sed Re ee a asaini 53 6 3 1 2 Check Panel Ee EE 53 Page viii iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 6 3 2 No Image Two or Three Monitors dassie kes Ke ir see ed ee N eed n bed 54 6 3 3 No Image on Any MOUSE dienten ge De Re ek Ee eN YR aaa UEM 54 6 3 3 1 Check Video Box POWER ospite pompe M ne lan Het n ud p ett ende Ge SE 54 6 3 3 2 Check Source Video Connection sesse GREG ees Se KG Reg N de od 54 A RS 232 SETUP N EE EA EE N een EE eit ssis 55 AE iN N EE 56 AU PACKET OR N N EE EE N OO EE EE 56 A 3 COMMAND REFERENCE aes ttam Eara geegent 57 Ded Get Display Matus ee AR AGE GR GR De he Ge EG ER EN ed ER 58 A 3 2 Get Factory Deu Me 59 A 3 3 Set Mask CG ONIIO RE N EE EE EE 60 Aas Set Display Mode ses Se Ee EE 61 AA Set Display RESOLIION 61 SEELEN 62 AS Set Power EE 62 Agi Set TOMI RR RE RE EE RE EN EER EN 63 A39 Set ASD RE OE AA RE EO EE EE 63 NN WIEL EA 64 C HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE e esse ee ss sees se es see se ee se ge es se 66 C 1 HAZARDOUS MATERIALS DISCLOSURE TABLE FOR IPB PRODUCTS CERTIFIED AS ROHS COMPLIANT UNDER 2002 95 EC WITHOUT MERCURY ecce 67 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller List of Figures Figure 1 1 Figure 1 2 Figure 1 3 Figure 1 4 Figure 1 5 Figure 2 1 Figure
9. Video Wall Controller PIN Signal Name Pin Signal Name Pin Signal Name 1 TMDS Data2 9 TMDS Datal 17 TMDS Data0 2 TMDS Data2 10 TMDS Datal 18 TMDS Data0 3 GND 11 GND 19 GND 4 N C 12 NC 20 NC 5 N C 13 NC 21 NC 6 DDC Clock SCL 14 PVDD1 22 GND 7 DDC Data SDA 15 GND 23 TMDS Clock 8 Analog vertical sync 16 GND 24 TMDS Clock CI Analog Red C2 Analog Green C3 Analog Blue CA Analog Horizontal Sync C5 Analog GND Table 2 1 DVI Connector Pinouts 2 2 2 2 Serial Port CN Label COM CN Type RS 232 serial connector CN Location See Figure 2 5 CN Pinouts See Table 2 2 and Figure 2 7 The RS 232 serial connector provides serial connections in RS 232 mode Table 2 2 COM1 Pinouts iVu4 9 Standalone Wall Controller Figure 2 7 COM1 Pinout Locations Page 14 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Chapter 3 Unpacking List Page 15 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 3 1 Anti static Precautions A WARNING Failure to take ESD precautions during the installation of the iVu4 9 may result in permanent damage to the iVu4 9 and severe injury to the user Electrostatic discharge ESD can cause serious damage to electronic components including the iVu4 9 Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD It is therefore critical that whenever the iVu4 9 or any other electrical component i
10. the reader of essential but non critical information These messages should be read carefully as any directions or instructions contained therein can help avoid making mistakes Notes are easy to recognize The word note is written as NOTE both capitalized and bold and is followed by text The text is the cautionary message A note message is shown below A NOTE This is an example of a note message Notes should always be read Notes contain critical information about the iVu4 9 Please take note messages seriously iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Packing List IN NOTE If any of the components listed in the checklist below are missing please do not proceed with the installation Contact the EMS reseller or vendor you purchased the iVu4 9 from or contact an EMS sales representative directly To contact an EMS sales representative please send an email to sales ems imaging com The items listed below should all be included in the iVu4 9 package 1x iVu4 9 1x Power cord 1x Power adapter 1 x Remote control 1x RS 232 cable 1xDVI dual link cable 1 x User manual and utilities CD 2 x Mount bracket 1x Screw set Images of the above items are shown in Chapter 3 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Table of Contents 1 INTRODUCTION E 1 1 1 INTRODUCTION ee Irene Ie ene ENEE ee ee ee ee ee ee Ge ee ee ee ee ee eese 2 1 BENEEIPS ie ene en ce EE ee
11. x 768 2 1280 x 1024 3 1400 x 1500 4 1680 x 1050 5 1600 x 1200 6 1920 x 1200 4 Output display mode 0 1x1 mode 1 1x2 mode 2 2 x 2 mode 3 PIP mode 1 4 PIP mode 2 5 PIP mode 3 6 PIP mode 4 5 Mask control 0 Off 1 On 6 Horizontal mask percent 0 1096 7 Vertical mask percent 0 1096 8 Checksum Oxff 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9 Table 6 3 Get Display Status iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller A 3 2 Get Factory Defaults Byte Value 1 0x09 2 0x04 3 Input source 0 VGA 1 YpbPr 2 DVI 4 Power 0 Power off 1 Power on 5 OSD lock unlock 0 OSD unlock 1 OSD lock 6 OSD orientation 0 Normal 1 90 counterclockwise 7 GPI status bits 1 4 8 GPO status bits 1 4 9 Checksum Oxff 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Table 6 4 Get Factory Defaults iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller A 3 3 Set Mask Control Byte Value 1 0x07 2 0x18 3 Display mode 0 1x1 mode 1 1x2 mode 2 2 x 2 mode 3 PIP mode 1 4 PIP mode 2 5 PIP mode 3 6 PIP mode 4 4 Horizontal mask percent 0 1096 5 Vertical mask percent 0 1096 6 Mask control 0 Off 1 On 7 Oxff 1 2 3 4 5 6 Table 6 5 Set Mas
12. 3840x1200 40 Hz 1024x768 60 Hz 1280x1024 60 Hz 1920x1080 50 Hz 1920x1200 50 Hz 2048x1536 58 Hz Video wall image 2560x2048 50 Hz split over all monitors 3840x2160 24 Hz 3840x2400 25 Hz 1024x768 60 Hz 1280x1024 60 Hz 1920x1080 50 Hz 1920x1200 50 Hz Table 4 1 Input and Output Resolution 4 7 Bezel Compensation The bezel compensation setting compensates for the gaps between monitors in the video wall array The bezel compensation sizes the image slightly larger than the visible screen iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller to make the images on adjacent monitors line up correctly The bezel settings can be set using the smartOSD Section 5 1 or OSD menu Section 5 2 To calculate the appropriate mask value use the formula shown in Figure 4 9 below Viewable Height mm Bezel Height mm Bezel Width mm x Viewable Width pixels Value of X Viewable Width mm Bezel Height mm x Viewable Height pixels Value of Y Viewable Height mm Figure 4 9 Mask Calculation iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Chapter 5 OSD Functions Page 29 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 5 1 smartOSD EMS smartOSD is a proprietary On Screen Display OSD software solution from EMS that enables easy remote monitor setting adjustments in a Windows environment EMS smartOSD delivers excellent performance and provid
13. EMS Advanced Imaging Technology D iVu4 amp iVu9 Standalone Video Wall Controller iVu4 2x2 us 3x3 iVu Series of ha Stand Alone Video Wall co AE Video Wall Controller Supports 2x2 and 3x3 LCD Panel Array User Manual U K Head Office amp Sales Center Electronic Modular Solutions Ltd Kendal House 20 Blaby Rd S Wigston Leics LE18 4SB England Tel 44 0 116 2775730 Fax 44 0 116 2774973 email sales ems imaging com Web http www ems imaging com T d Les R Rev 1 00 October 2008 oHS CEGE iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Revision Date Version Changes October 2008 1 00 Initial release Page ii gt sd We iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Copyright COPYRIGHT NOTICE The information in this document is subject to change without prior notice in order to improve reliability design and function and does not represent a commitment on the part of the manufacturer In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use or inability to use the product or documentation even if advised of the possibility of such damages This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright All rights are reserved No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical electronic or other means in any form without prior written pe
14. Non parity Data bit 8 Stop bit 1 Flow control None Table 6 1 RS 232 Setup A 2 Packet Format The generalized format of a single data packet on the RS 232 communications port is shown in Table 6 2 The specific setup details for all the commands are shown in the next section Byte Function 1 The number of bytes in the signal 2 This byte indicates the command to perform 3 n 1 These bytes contain the data needed for the command n Checksum byte Table 6 2 n Byte Data Output Format n indicates the number of bytes length of the data packet This value depends on the command that is being used iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller A 3 Command Reference This section details the commands that can be sent over the RS 232 communications port The following commands are detailed B etdisplay EE 58 Getfactory default iese ee ee Re AR RA ee Re ee RA ee ee ed ee ee ed 59 m Set MASK COMMON RR RE EE EE Rug daE 60 M SeLdisplay mode iicet ES EE eta ta Ee kk diera RE ee Ge Geek a uada eg 61 Set display resolutiON ee se Re AA GR RA GR AA AR AA ee ee RA ee ed 61 H Sel IMPUL SOUNCE AE EE OE RE ER ek 62 Get power Control 62 M SOTTO default EE EN 63 m Set OSD mode 63 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller A 3 1 Get Display Status Byte Value 1 0x08 2 0x03 3 Output resolution 0 1024 x 768 1 1360
15. Power adapter 1 Remote control 1 Mounting brackets 1 Screw kit 1 User manual and utilities CD iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller No Description l ge a 2 RS 232 cable C LY 1 DVI cable Q Table 3 1 Package List Contents X iN 3 4 Optional Items The following optional items are available for the iVu4 9 Description Image DVI cable c Table 3 2 Optional Items iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Chapter 4 Installation Page 19 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 4 1 Installation Overview The iVu4 supports a 4 panel setup and the iVu9 supports a 9 panel setup 4 1 1 Four Panel Overview The implementation of a 4 panel array is shown in Figure 4 1 below Image Source d 7 e DL e E as N i s N Di s YY J o e CHED Ee ER DVI Video Outputs 9 HEH 9 CEE gc LE of He d pssesnausesuescoscduasansuans DEE H NT Figure 4 1 Four Panel Setup Page 20 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 4 1 2 16 Panel Overview The implementation of a 9 panel array is shown in Figure 4 2 below Image Source DVI Video Outputs QO rg B o om o zzme io CHo o Ee 9 T oum o oum e am oCo m d O H H H H A Kee H H H H H Figure 4 2 9 Panel Setup iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 4 2 Installa
16. Source Power Factory Reset OSD Lock OSD Rotation About Company Contact Details Table 5 1 smartOSD Menu Structure iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 5 1 3 1 Control Panel The control panel page presents all the adjustable settings for the iVu4 9 Video Wall Box Software OSD Control Panel nM B Control Panel Bezel Control Value of x Value of Y Power Control Dipan Mode XGA 1024 x 768 SXGA 1280 x 1024 HDTV 1920 x 1080 WUXGA 1920 x 1200 Ben ba ot ON Exit PC Setting About Figure 5 9 smartOSD Control Panel 2 Bezel Control The Bezel Control options allow the images to be adjusted to compensate for the gaps between monitors in the video array gt off The images are shown without any adjustments gt on The value of X and the value of Y can be adjusted to compensate for gaps between monitors for single video box gt ML The left side is fixed and the right side changes when adjustments are made for left side video box in a two video box setup iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller gt MR The right side is fixed and the left side changes when adjustments are made for right side video box in a two video box setup gt MUL The upper left corner is fixed and the lower right corner position changes when adjustments are made for top left video box in a four video box setup gt MUR The upper right corner is fixed and the
17. Under 2002 95 EC Without Mercury A label will be placed on each product to indicate the estimated Environmentally Friendly Use Period EFUP This is an estimate of the number of years that these substances would not leak out or undergo abrupt change This product may contain replaceable sub assemblies components which have a shorter EFUP such as batteries and lamps These components will be separately marked Please refer to the table on the next page iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Part Name Toxic or Hazardous Substances and Elements Lead Mercury Cadmium Hexavalent Polybrominated Polybrominated Pb Hg Cd Chromium Biphenyls Diphenyl CR VI PBB Ethers PBDE Housing X X Display X X Printed Circuit X X Board Metal X O O O O O Fasteners Cable X O O O O X Assembly Fan Assembly X X Power Supply X X Assemblies Battery O O O O O O O This toxic or hazardous substance is contained in all of the homogeneous materials for the part is below the limit requirement in SJ T11363 2006 X This toxic or hazardous substance is contained in at least one of the homogeneous materials for this part is above the limit requirement in SJ T 11363 2006 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Index Page 70 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller anti static precautions
18. Wall Controller 4 5 1 Connect the Video Source and 1V AD uii aet ubt ER ES DER E Res 24 4 5 2 Connect the RS 232 Cable to the iVu4 9 Optional ee 25 4 5 3 Connect the iVu4 9 to the Power Supply esses eene 26 4 6 RESOLUTION AND DISPLAY MODE ist eor eed Sn Debe o eti o aad aiat ri eege 21 4 7 BEZEL COMPENSATION eine os tetigi te Oe ee di EES essc gee 27 5 OSD FUNCTIONS esse sesde sees dd skede iek seed ede eed sege QM S ene VE CERE ede rege EN Mae eV 29 SL SMARTOS D E 30 RNNNI D NI 30 5 1 2 Installing the smartOSD Lola EE OR ERO DR OR REDEEM SER REDEEM IN AE 30 RAAS SE SEN EE EE EE OE GER 35 513 1 Control Pa el sins SERE Rd EG de De ES E i 36 Des Read OS ER C TES 38 e Power EE 39 EEN erter 40 USQUC EE EE EE 41 5 2 USING THE OS Dorssen EE N EE EE EE 42 RARE PULO SO ME OE EE N OE EEN 42 32 2 OSD LOCK UTR 42 3 2 3 OSD AK N E EET 43 e DE NR Bezel EE 44 5 2 3 2 Input RG EOD a oos EA EE OE ET Lata IUE 45 5 2 3 3 Output Resolution EO OE 46 e DE Be NEL EE 47 5 2 3 3 Hardware Information EE 48 5 2 3 6 Model Information ances ee y AR ee ee Re GE ee Gee ee ee ei 49 3 2 4 Remote AS OE iad Reena NU mea ee 49 6 TROUBLESHOOTING AND MAINTENANCE ecce ee esse es sees se ee ee ee es see se 51 G LANTI STATIC PRECAUTIONS s i reine sa cecseth ei esse a ees eke es EE aiiora esse se Dene iu eeuse 52 6 2 MAINTENANCE OVERVIEW iis ses auia GE Des aa
19. ates for gaps between monitors iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 1 4 External Interfaces Switches and LEDs External interfaces switches and LEDs are accessed through the iVu4 9 video wall controller chassis include 4x DVI outputs 9 for iVu9 1x DVI input 4x DVI output LED indicators 9 for iVu9 1x OSD menu keypad 1x Power input 1 x Power LED indicator 1x RS 232 serial communications port 1x Syncin x Sync out 1 x Video in LED indicator Figure 1 2 and Figure 1 3 show the buttons and LED indicators on the front panel Video Input LED Indicator Video Output Power Infrared LED Indicators LED Sensor OSD Buttons Figure 1 2 iVu4 Overview Front View iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Video Input LED Indicator Video Output Power Infrared LED Indicators LED Sensor OSD Buttons Figure 1 3 iVu9 Overview Front View Figure 1 4 and Figure 1 5 show the external peripheral interface connectors on the rear panel Power DVI Video Power In Serial DVI Video Port Input Figure 1 4 Overview Rear View iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Power Button Power In Serial Port DVI Video DVI Video Outputs Figure 1 5 Overview Rear View 1 5 Technical Specifications iVu4 9 video box features are listed in Table 1 1 See Chapter 2 for details Specification Detail Model Name iVu4 9 Main Features 1 Multip
20. ce Connector eese eeeeeeesee esee nennen nn nn ananas nennen ann 26 Display DIE Rt 27 Mask derum 28 smartOSD Language Selection KERE EE RE AR KA AR KEER ER EE AR KA AR RR Ge nnne 31 smartOSD Welcome Screen nee Rae KERE AR RR ARE KEER KERE Ak KRAAK RAGE nennt RR AAR RR GER EE Ee nnn 31 smartOSD Installation Director see esse ee ke AR RA ER KERE RE RE AR KA AR KEER EE RE AR nnne nnn 32 smartOSD Start Menu Folder ER KEER KERE AK KRAAK RAGE EE EE AR KA AR KEER EE REEKS 32 smartOSD Additional Tasks RE AR KA AR RAGE ERA RR eese nn nennt 33 smartOSD Ready to Install ees ee sae ER Rae KERE AR KA AR KEER EE EER AK KRAAK RAGE EE ERA RR AR RR GR ER KEER 33 smartOSD Installing ER ed ee Ee n ee ee be ee n de ee ee De ee 34 smartOSD Installation Complete KERE RE RE AK KA AR KEER EE EE AR KA ennt Ee ee 34 smartOSD Control Panel RE ER EE AR RR ER KEER ER ERA EK REG AR REG ER ERA RR AAR EE Ge EE Rae EE 36 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Figure 5 10 smartOSD Read OSD secccseeeseteeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeescaeeenseeeeeneeesaaesaneeeeneeeeeseesesnaeenseeeeneas 38 Figure 5 11 smartOSD Power Control ccccssccseeeeeeeeeeseneeeseeeeneeeeeeeeeeseaeseneeeeseneeesnaeseseenenseeeeeas 39 Figure 5 12 smartOSD PC Setting
21. ck NEXT to continue Step 13 The Ready to Install windows appears Figure 5 6 VW Setup iVu Ready to Install Setup is now ready to begin installing VWB ax on your computer Click Install to continue with the installation or click Back if you want to review or change any settings Destination location C Program Files ivu Start Menu folder iVu Figure 5 6 smartOSD Ready to Install Step 14 Confirm the installation by clicking in the screen above iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Step 15 The Installation Progress window appears showing the progress of the software installation Figure 5 7 Installing Please wait while Setup installs iVu on your computer Registering files CCT Figure 5 7 smartOSD Installing Step 16 The Completing the iVu Setup Wizard window appears Figure 5 8 VW Setup iVu Completing the VWBox Setup Ly Wizard QE Setup has finished installing iVu on your computer The application may be launched by selecting the installed icons Click Finish to exit Setup Figure 5 8 smartOSD Installation Complete iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Step 17 Click to close the installation wizard 5 1 3 Using the smartOSD The table below shows the smartOSD menu structure Table 5 1 Menu Options Interface Interface Selection Display Display Resolution Display Mode Mask Setting Setting Digital VO Test Input
22. connected to the iVu4 9 Step 2 Securely attach the video cable to the panel and to the iVu4 9 Step 3 Fasten the video cable at both ends and tighten the video cable screws 6 3 2 No Image Two or Three Monitors If there is no image on more than one of the panels then repeat the steps in Section 6 3 1 for all of the monitors in the array 6 3 3 No Image on Any Monitor If no image displays on any monitors repeat the steps in Section 6 3 1 for all the monitors in the array then try the following additional steps 6 3 3 1 Check Video Box Power Make sure that the video box is powered on Step 1 Check the power supply is connected to the power source Step 2 Check that the iVu4 9 is connected to the power supply 6 3 3 2 Check Source Video Connection Check to that the source video cable is securely connected to the iVu4 9 Step 1 Securely attach the video cable from the video source to the iVu4 9 Step 2 Fasten the video cable at both ends and tighten the video cable screws iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Appendix A RS 232 Setup iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller A 1 Setup The serial port is used to remotely set and get the settings from the iVu4 9 The serial port is used by user applications to change the settings of the iVu4 9 through a software interface The serial port should be setup as indicated in Table 6 1 Description Setting Baud rate 115200 Parity
23. d through iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller the DVI or VGA cable Follow the steps below to connect a serial device to the iVu4 9 Step 1 Locate the DB 9 connector The location of the DB 9 connector is shown in Chapter 2 Step 2 Insert the serial connector Insert the DB 9 connector of a serial device into the DB 9 connector on the external peripheral interface See Figure 4 7 Figure 4 7 Serial Device Connector Step 3 Secure the connector Secure the serial device connector to the external interface by tightening the two retention screws on either side of the connector 4 5 3 Connect the iVu4 9 to the Power Supply Connect the included PSU into an AC power supply then connect the PSU to the iVu4 9 The figure below shows the typical setup There is no power switch and the iVu4 9 turns on as soon as it is connected to the PSU iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 4 6 Resolution and Display Mode The iVu4 9 display mode is automatically selected according to the input resolution The display modes are shown in Figure 4 8 and the input resolution settings are shown in Table 4 1 Figure 4 8 Display Mode Input Resolution Mode Video Output Resolution 1920x1080 60 Hz Clone same image 1920x1200 60 Hz 9 all monitors 1920x1080 50 Hz 1920x1200 50 Hz 2048x768 60 Hz Split same image 2560x1024 60 Hz shows on each row or monitors 3840x1080 40 Hz
24. e Video Wall Controller Step 7 The Select Destination Folder window appears Figure 5 3 Setup iVu Select Destination Location Where should VwWBox be installed cJ Setup wil install VW Box into the following folder To continue click Next If you would like to select a different folder click Browse At least 4 7 MB of free disk space is required ET EET Figure 5 3 smartOSD Installation Directory Step 8 Change the installation directory if necessary Click INEXT to continue Step 9 The Select Start Menu Folder option window appears Figure 5 4 Select Start Menu Folder Where should Setup place the program s shortcuts Setup will create the program s shortcuts in the following Start Menu folder To continue click Next If you would like to select a different folder click Browse rcm Figure 5 4 smartOSD Start Menu Folder Step 10 Choose a new name or folder for the Start Menu entry if necessary Click NEXT to continue iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Step 11 The Additional Tasks window appears Figure 5 5 Setup iVu Select Additional Tasks Which additional tasks should be performed Select the additional tasks you would like Setup to perform while installing VWBox then click Next Additional icons C Create a desktop icon C Create a Quick Launch icon Figure 5 5 smartOSD Additional Tasks Step 12 Check the extra items that should be added optional Cli
25. eei BE Oe De EE Re ee DE eech 63 Table 6 11 Set OSD Mode ie es ese ne ie Bed nes ee Re EE Ke n Rae Reg AN Es n ee ca eke aos unam e de 63 Page xii iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Chapter 1 Introduction iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 1 1 Introduction Figure 1 1 iVu4 9 Standalone The EMS iVu4 9 video wall controller box is for displaying a single video input on an array of monitors implementing a large display without the inherent high costs of a single large monitor The EMS iVu4 9 is for large displays where high definition video output is also essential The video wall controller accepts a single DVI input The EMS iVu4 9 requires a high resolution digital video input signal which is split directly over the panels in the array with no image scaling or adjustment ensuring maximum image accuracy The EMS iVu4 9 video controller box can be controlled remotely using the included remote control or from a computer with an RS 232 serial port 1 2 Benefits The benefits of the iVu4 9 include Accurate high definition image Silent operation Simple setup Cheaply implements a large display 1 3 Features The features of the iVu4 9 include DVI video input Four nine DVI video outputs Support for up to 1920 x 1200 output resolution Multiple video output combinations including full video wall mode clone mode and vertical replication mode Bezel control compens
26. es are connected to the correct monitors as shown in Figure 4 4 Power cable from the power adapter RS 232 cable optional connected to a computer with smartOSD software installed iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Power Dowsrosyn Syn Switch In In Out e o CE Me n DVI Video o SerialPort Input AA comme D Sssnsnss ge Power Computer E ES eng Monitor Monitor Monitor Monitor Connect the video source to the iVu4 9 If the video source is a computer with Figure 4 4 Cable Connections 4 5 1 Connect the Video Source and iVu4 9 the smartOSD software installed that computer can be used to adjust the monitor settings without using the OSD The video source connects directly to the iVu4 9 through a DVI cable To connect the video source to the iVu4 9 follow the steps below iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Step 1 Attach the DVI cable to the video source Figure 4 5 Video Source Step 2 Attach the video cable to the iVu4 9 Figure 4 6 iVu4 9 Video Input 4 5 2 Connect the RS 232 Cable to the iVu4 9 Optional The iVu4 9 has a male DB 9 connector on the rear panel The RS 232 cable connects to a computer that has the smartOSD software installed This enables the computer to control the screen setup This computer does not need to be the video source If the video source is from a PC the image screen setup can be controlle
27. es more flexibility than the typical OSD hardware solutions when adjusting a monitor smartOSD also allows the screen output screen resolution and mask size to be adjusted over a DVI cable 5 1 1 Pre installation Notice Before installing smartOSD software please make sure one of the following operating systems is installed Windows 95 Windows NT 4 0 Windows 98 Windows 2000 Windows 2003 Windows XP Windows Vista 5 1 2 Installing the smartOSD To install the software please follow the steps below Step 1 Follow the instructions from the interactive installer to install the EMS smartOSD on the system Step 2 Insert the installation disk that came with the system and open the installation file iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Step 3 The language selection window appears Figure 5 1 Select Setup Language Bm Select the language ta use during the installation English Ke Figure 5 1 smartOSD Language Selection Step 4 Select the preferred language then click OK Step 5 The welcome screen shown below appears Figure 5 2 Setup VWBox Welcome to the iVu Setup EA nd e This will install Video Wall Box Soft0SD Beta 0 7 6 on your computer It is recommended that you close all other applications before continuing Click Next to continue or Cancel to exit Setup Figure 5 2 smartOSD Welcome Screen Step 6 Click to continue iVu4 9 Standalon
28. ight Moves the selection right Up Moves the selection up Down Moves the selection down Auto Enter Exits from any menu iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Chapter 6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance Page 51 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller A WARNING Take Anti Static precautions whenever maintenance is being carried out on the embedded system components Failure to take anti static precautions can cause permanent embedded system damage 6 1 Anti static Precautions A WARNING Failure to take ESD precautions during the installation of the iVu4 9 may result in permanent damage to the iVu4 9 and severe injury to the user Electrostatic discharge ESD can cause serious damage to electronic components including the iVu4 9 Dry climates are especially susceptible to ESD It is therefore critical that whenever the iVu4 9 or any other electrical component is handled the following anti static precautions are strictly adhered to Wear an anti static wristband Wearing a simple anti static wristband can help to prevent ESD from damaging the board Self grounding Before handling the board or opening the embedded system touch any grounded conducting material During the time the board is handled frequently touch any conducting materials that are connected to the ground Use an anti static pad When configuring the iVu4 9 place it on an antic static pad This
29. k Control iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller A 3 4 Set Display Mode Byte Value 1 0x04 2 0x19 3 Display mode 0 1x1 mode 1 1x2 mode 2 2 x 2 mode 3 PIP mode 1 4 PIP mode 2 5 PIP mode 3 6 PIP mode 4 4 Oxff 1 2 3 Table 6 6 Set Display Mode A 3 5 Set Display Resolution Byte Value 1 0x04 2 Ox1A 3 Output resolution 0 1024 x 768 1 1360 x 768 2 1280 x 1024 3 1400 x 1500 4 1680 x 1050 5 1600 x 1200 6 1920 x 1200 4 Oxff 1 2 3 Table 6 7 Set Display Resolution A 3 6 Set Input Source iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Byte Value 1 0x04 2 0x1B 3 Input source 0 VGA 1 YpbPr 2 DVI 4 Oxff 1 2 3 Table 6 8 Set Input Source A 3 7 Set Power Control Byte Value 1 0x04 2 OX1C 3 Power control 0 power off 1 power on 4 Oxff 1 2 3 Table 6 9 Set Power Control iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller A 3 8 Set to Default Byte Value 1 0x04 2 0x01 3 Defaults 0 auto adjust 1 factory defaults 4 Oxff 1 2 3 Table 6 10 Set to Default A 3 9 Set OSD Mode Byte Value 1 0x04 2 0x02 3 OSD Mode 0 OSD unlock 1 OSD lock 2
30. le viewing modes 2 Software OSD 3 Remote control 4 Bezel masking Inputs DVI iVu4 4 x DVI Outputs iVu9 9 x DVI Dimensions H x W x D iVu4 47 mm x 230 mm x 178 mm iVu9 47 mm x 295 mm x 188 mm Cooling Fanless Input Resolution 1920x1080 1920x1200 2048x768 2560x1024 3840x1080 3840x1200 2048x1536 2560x2048 3840x2160 3840x2400 Output Resolution 1024x768 1280x1024 1920x1080 1920x1200 Power Adapter Input 90 VAC to 264 VAC 47 Hz to 63 Hz iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Specification Detail Power Adapter Output 12 V DC Safety and Emission CCC CE FCC Temperature 0 C 40 C iVu4 10W Power Consumption iVu9 17 W Table 1 1 Technical Specifications iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Chapter 2 System Overview iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 2 1 Dimensions The dimensions of the iVu4 9 are listed in the sections below 2 1 1 iVu4 Dimensions Height 47 mm Width 230 mm Depth 178 mm M Figure 2 1 iVu4 Video Box Dimensions Page 8 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 2 1 2 iVu9 Dimensions Height 47 mm Width 295 mm Depth 188 mm HI Be e o gt ENE EEN mam C BN ENE EN SEE ER x Figure 2 2 iVu9 Video Box Dimensions iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 2 2 External Overview This
31. lower left corner position changes when adjustments are made for top right video box in a four video box setup gt MLL The lower left corner is fixed and the upper right corner position changes when adjustments are made for lower left video box in a four video box setup gt MLR The lower right corner is fixed and the upper left corner position changes when adjustments are made for lower right video box in a four video box setup 2 Value of X The Value of X sets the horizontal bezel compensation Use the formula in Figure 4 9 to calculate the correct setting 2 Value of Y The Value of Y sets the horizontal bezel compensation Use the formula in Figure 4 9 to calculate the correct setting 2 Display Mode The Display Mode option sets the video output resolution gt XGA Output resolution is set to 1024 x 768 gt SXGA Output resolution is set to 1280 x 1024 gt HDTV Output resolution is set to 1920 x 1080 gt WUXGA Output resolution is set to 1920 x 1200 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller gt Sync The Sync option sets the syncing between multiple video boxes gt on Video boxes are set to synchronize with each other gt off Video boxes are not set to synchronize with each other 5 1 3 2 Read OSD The Read OSD menu displays the settings of the video wall box Video Wall Box Software OSD Item Read From ROM Read From FPGA Control Panel Power Control PC Setting About
32. n gt SYN Turns synchronization on and off gt on The video boxes are connected with a cable and the displayed images are synchronized gt off The video boxes display output in the default fashion iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller gt PWR Turns the video box on and off gt on The video box is powered on gt off The video box is powered off 5 2 3 5 Hardware Information The Hardware Information menu shows the hardware information of the video box Figure 5 19 Hardware Information gt FP FP displays the firmware version of the onboard chip gt CP CP displays the firmware version of the onboard chip gt FW FW shows the version number of the video box firmware iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 5 2 3 6 Model Information The Model Information menu shows the model name and the serial number of the video box Figure 5 20 Input Select 2 Model Name The first line displays the model name of the current video box gt SN SN displays the serial number of the video box 5 2 4 Remote Control The iVu4 9 comes with a remote control for easy configuration of OSD settings Figure 5 21 shows the remote control and its function keys iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Figure 5 21 Remote Control Power Turns the video box on and off Menu Enters the OSD selects items and sets the new values entered Left Moves the selection left R
33. n INY Displays vertical input resolution MD Displays the video display mode Output resolution DS Displays output setting H Displays output horizontal resolution V Displays output vertical resolution Synchronization SYN Turns synchronization on and off PWR Turns off the video box Input selection FP Displays the video chip revision number CP Displays the video chip revision number FW Displays the firmware revision number Model information Name Displays the model name SN Displays the serial number Table 5 2 OSD Menu Structure iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 5 2 3 1 Bezel Control The bezel control options are shown in Figure 5 15 and described below Figure 5 15 Bezel Control gt BC BC enables and disables bezel control Bezel control adjusts the onscreen image to compensate for the gaps between monitors in the video wall array gt off DEFAULT Onscreen image is not adjusted gt on Onscreen image is adjusted gt X X sets how much the horizontal resolution of the image is adjusted to compensate for the gaps between the monitors Use the formula in Figure 4 9 to calculate the value of X gt Y Y sets how much the horizontal resolution of the image is adjusted to compensate for the gaps between the monitors Use the formula in Figure 4 9 to calculate the value of Y iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 5 2 3 2 Input Resolution The input resolution menu displays the input resolu
34. ptional tems croco eene eno Le ee DE we ee DE gd 18 Table 4 1 Input and Output Resolution KA RR RAGE KEER KRAAK BEA EE RE AR KA AR KRAAK KEER Ee ee 27 Table 5 1 smartOSD Menu Structure EER KERE AR KRAKE KERE KRAAK Ge RR KEER ER Ee AK REG AR nnn EE Ee ee 35 Table 5 2 OSD Menu Structure EE EER KERE AR REG RR KEER KEER ENEE RR RO RE EER RR AR RAAK RE Ee ER Ke Ak Ka ae 43 Table 6 1 RT EE 56 Table 6 2 n Byte Data Output Format sesse esse ER Re EE KERE AR RE RR KERE EK essen nennen Ee AR RE AAR Ka Ge NEE na 56 Table 6 3 Get Display Status sesse Re EE RE AR KA sence ER EER AR KA AR RA GR ER Ee e KRAAK KRAKE E Ee AR Ke sata RR nnmnnn 58 Table 6 4 Get Factory Default use esse ese Re AR REG ER EER AR KA RR RE GR ER KEER KRAAK KRAKE RE AR Ke AR KAR natn ER KERE ee 59 Table 6 5 Set Mask Control sees Re ER RE AR RA ER RE GE RR KEER RR EER RE GR ER KEER RR AAR KRAKE nnn RE RE AR KOR RR Re ee Ke nns 60 Table 6 6 Set Display Mode esse sae EE Re KA AR BEER ER KEER KERE AAR RAAR ER KEER RE AAR REG RR nnn EER Ee AAR KRAAK ERGER Ke Ee 61 Table 6 7 Set Display Resolution esse ees se ee Re Ee KERE Ge Ee AR RE Ge Ee AR RE ee AR RE EER AR RE Ee Ge AR RE Ee Gee AE nns 61 Table 6 8 Set TE 62 Table 6 9 Set Power Control ies se is ed Ee vd ek He ee De dee ie be ae EE Dk uut xao ee De 62 Table 6 10 Set to Defa lt ie Re ER ee nie tne tei
35. reduces the possibility of ESD damaging the iVu4 9 Only handle the edges of the PCB When handling the PCB hold the PCB by the edges iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 6 2 Maintenance Overview pA NOTE There are no user serviceable parts inside Make sure to carefully follow all the instructions in this section to diagnose any problems If the problem persists email sales ems imaging com for help from an EMS sales representative To preserve the working integrity of the iVu4 9 embedded system the embedded system must be properly maintained If embedded system components need replacement the proper maintenance procedures must be followed to ensure the embedded system can continue to operate normally 6 3 Troubleshooting This section provides some simple troubleshooting suggestions 6 3 1 No Image on One Monitor If there is no image on one monitor follow these steps to remedy the problem 6 3 1 1 Check Monitor Power Step 1 Check that the monitor is turned on Step 2 Check that the power source for the monitor is turned on Step 3 Check that the power source has the correct power rating check panel specifications for details Step 4 Make sure the LCD panel power cables are securely fastened to the monitor and to the power source 6 3 1 2 Check Panel Video Connection Check to see that the video cable is fitted correctly iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Step 1 Check that the monitor is
36. rmission of the manufacturer TRADEMARKS All registered trademarks and product names mentioned herein are used for identification purposes only and may be trademarks and or registered trademarks of their respective owners Page iii iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Manual Conventions A WARNING Warnings appear where overlooked details may cause damage to the equipment or result in personal injury Warnings should be taken seriously Warnings are easy to recognize The word warning is written as WARNING both capitalized and bold and is followed by text The text is the warning message A warning message is shown below AN WARNING This is an example of a warning message Failure to adhere to warning messages may result in permanent damage to the iVu4 9 or personal injury to the user Please take warning messages seriously AN CAUTION Cautionary messages should also be heeded to help reduce the chance of losing data or damaging the iVu4 9 Cautions are easy to recognize The word caution is written as CAUTION both capitalized and bold and is followed The text is the cautionary message A caution message is shown below Ad CAUTION This is an example of a caution message Failure to adhere to cautions messages may result in permanent damage to the iVu4 9 Please take caution messages seriously iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller A NOTE These messages inform
37. s handled the following anti static precautions are strictly adhered to Wear an anti static wristband Wearing a simple anti static wristband can help to prevent ESD from damaging the board Self grounding Before handling the board touch any grounded conducting material During the time the board is handled frequently touch any conducting materials that are connected to the ground Use an anti static pad When configuring the iVu4 9 place it on an antic static pad This reduces the possibility of ESD damaging the iVu4 9 Only handle the edges of the PCB When handling the PCB hold the PCB by the edges 3 2 Unpacking Precautions When the iVu4 9 is unpacked please do the following Follow the anti static precautions outlined in Section 3 1 Make sure the packing box is facing upwards so the iVu4 9 does not fall out of the box Make sure all the components shown in Section 3 3 are present iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 3 3 Packing List pA NOTE If some of the components listed in the checklist below are missing please do not proceed with the installation Contact the EMS reseller or vendor that sold the iVu4 9 from or contact an EMS sales representative directly To contact an EMS sales representative please send an email to sales ems imaging com The iVu4 9 is shipped with the following components No Description Image 1 iVu4 9 1 Power cord 1
38. section gives and overview of the connectors switches and indicators on the iVu4 9 2 2 1 Front Panel The front panel has the following buttons and indicators shown in Figure 2 3 and Figure 2 4 below Power indicator LED Video output LEDs Video input LED OSD menu keypad Video Input LED Indicator Video Output Power Infrared LED Indicators LED Sensor OSD Buttons Figure 2 3 iVu4 Front Panel iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Video Input LED Indicator Video Output Power Infrared LED Indicators LED Sensor OSD Buttons Figure 2 4 iVu9 Front Panel 2 2 2 Rear Panel The rear panel has the following connectors switches and indicators shown in Figure 2 5 and Figure 2 6 below 4x DVI video outputs 9 on the iVu9 1xDVIvideo input 1x Power input 1x Power switch x RS 232 serial communications port 1x Sync in x Sync out iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller Power DVI Video Power In Serial DVI Video Port Input Figure 2 5 iVu4 Rear Panel Power DVI Video Power In Serial DVI Video Port Figure 2 6 iVu9 Rear Panel 2 2 2 1 DVI Connector CN Label DVI1 CN Type DVI connector CN Location See Figure 2 5 CN Pinouts See Table 2 1 The 24 pin Digital Visual Interface DVI connector connects to high speed high resolution digital displays The DVI I connector supports both digital and analog signals Page 12 iVu4 9 Standalone
39. tion Steps To install the iVu4 9 please follow the installation steps below Step 1 Install the LCD panels Step 2 Mount the iVu4 9 Step 3 Connect DVI cables video input cable RS 232 cable and power adapter to the iVu4 9 Step 4 Adjust the screen resolution output settings Step 5 Adjust the iVu4 9 bezel settings to align the images 4 3 Install LCD Panels The LCD panels are installed as a square array with two rows and two columns for the iVu4 and three rows and three columns for the iVu9 Recommended installation procedures are to Use all identical monitors Minimize gaps between panels for the best image Maintain consistent horizontal gaps between monitors Maintain consistent vertical gaps between monitors 4 4 Mounting The iVu4 9 must be placed on a table desk or other firm surface Optionally the iVu4 9 can be mounted using the included mounting brackets The installation location must be Out of direct sunlight Without anything on top of it Onafirm surface Away from moisture and liquids iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller ae Figure 4 3 Mounting Brackets 4 5 Connect Cables The cables that need to be attached to the iVu4 are listed below and their connections are shown in Figure 4 4 connections for the iVu9 are similar Video input cable from a DVI video source Video output cables attached to the LCD panels or another iVu4 9 Make sure the cabl
40. tion and the automatically selected video mode Figure 5 16 Input Resolution gt INX Displays the horizontal resolution of the video input signal The following values are permissible 1920 2048 2560 3840 gt INY Displays the vertical resolution of the video input signal The following values are permissible 768 1024 1080 1200 1536 2048 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller gt MD Displays the automatically selected video display mode gt 1x1 The full image is displayed on all the monitors gt 2x1 The full image is displayed on each row of the video wall array gt 2x2 The full image is displayed across the entire array with each monitor showing a portion of the full image 5 2 3 3 Output Resolution The output resolution menu displays the resolution of the video output Figure 5 17 Display Menu gt DS DS displays the name of the output resolution Permissible values are XGA SXGA HDTV WUXGA gt H H displays the horizontal resolution of the video output Permissible values are 1024 iVu4 9 Standalone Video Wall Controller 1280 1920 gt V V displays the vertical resolution of the video output Permissible values are 768 1024 1080 1200 5 2 3 4 Synchronization The Synchronization menu sets the synchronization between video wall boxes in a multiple video box setup Gi Figure 5 18 Synchronizatio

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