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4. 6 6 DashBoard Menus MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 GPI Configuration The menu items available in the GPI Tally tab enable you to configure the functions trigger and polarity of each GPI connected to the MDK 111A M Table 6 6 GPI Setup Menu Items Option Title Parameter Description A cut is performed between the Background SEP Cue Eee sources when this GPI input is triggered An auto transition is performed between the GPI Auto Bkgd Background sources when a trigger is received by that GPI input A cut transition is performed on the specified GPI Cut Key Key when a trigger is received by that GPI input An auto transition is performed to bring the GPI Auto Key key on air or off air when this GPI input is Function triggered A fade to black is performed when a trigger is received by that GPI input The GPIO port is not configured and the GPI None has no effect default The Trigger and Polarity settings are ignored GPI Fade to Black Select this option when this pin is used to communicate with an LTC device to input timecode The Trigger and Polarity settings are ignored Timecode Input Performs the function when a transition edge is detected on the GPI input Select this option to configure the card to perform the Function on either the Rising or Falling Edge of the GPI signal as determined by the Polarity setting Performs the function when a voltage level is Trigg
5. Box Mask E Mask Top Edge Mask Bottom Edge Mask Left Edge Mask Right Edge Key Setup Tab Box Mask Area 3 Adjust the position of the mask using the Mask Edge sliders as outlined in Table 6 14 on page 6 17 4 4 Operation MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Performing Transitions The transition can be set up in a number of ways and involve any number of elements such as the Background video the external key as well as the internal Logo channels This section briefly outlines how to configure the transition options and how to perform basic transitions Transitions Setup This section provides general instructions on setting up the transition options for the card using the options available in the On Air Control tab such as selecting sources and configuring transition rates To set up the transition options on the card 1 Set up your Keys as outlined in the section Configuring a Key on page 4 3 2 Select the On Air Control tab to display the menu options On Air Control Tab 3 Select the Program output for the Background from the Source menu This selects what is on the Program bus background Choose from the following Black Sets the source for the Background Program output to Black Bkgd A Select this option to assign the BKGD A input source as the Background Program output Bkgd B Select this option to assign the BKGD B input source as the Background Program output Ext Key S
6. 2 4 8 Operation Select the On Air Control tab to display the menu options in the Device View If required configure the Auto button behavior during a transition as specified in the section Configuring the Transition Buttons on page 3 15 Ensure the Auto Trans Type is set to the desired type in the Transition Rate area If the Auto Trans Type is set to Mix the transition performs a fade directly between Background sources If the Auto Trans Type is set to Fade Fade it fades to black then to the next Background source If the Auto Trans Type is set to Take Fade it cuts to black then fades up to the next Background source If the Auto Trans Type is set to Fade Take it fades from one Background source to black and then cuts to the next Background source If you want to select a different transition rate set it now Refer to the section Transition Rates on page 4 6 for details To perform an Auto Background transition Ensure the Background sources are configured Click Auto located below the Background thumbnail The selections for the Program and Preview menus swap in anticipation of the next transition To perform an Auto Key transition Select the sources to be included in the transition Click the corresponding Auto button for the Key located below the applicable thumbnail The Key is transitioned on or off air The Key Status field s indicate the on air status of the key To perform a multi
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8. On the card the Automation interface can be disabled on the DashBoard Remote tab by clearing the Port Enabled checkbox If you disable the Automation interface there will be no response to commands including this one Stop Ongoing Transition 0x0E ALL_STOP Not currently supported Current Preroll Time OxOF PREROLL Not currently supported Configuration Preroll Time 0x10 CONFIG_PREROLL Not currently supported Remaining Time Display 0x11 REMAINING_TIME Not currently supported System Status 0x12 SYSTEM STAT MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM This reply returns only a value of 0 indicating an OK condition Appendix A Serial Protocols 3 Table 7 2 Supported GVG M 2100 Emulation Commands Emulation Command Supported System Configuration This reply returns only a value of 0 indicating an OK 0x13 SYSTEM CONFIG condition Crosspoint Audio Mode 0x14 XPT_AUDIO _ MODE Not currently supported GPI Button Operation 0x17 GPT Not currently supported Select Wipe Patterns 0x18 WIPE SEL Not currently supported This query should only be issued after a NAK was received from the card or the card did not perform the Error Status 0x20 ERROR_ STAT desired action If no errors have occurred since the last message was received by the card an error code of NO_ERR is returned Protocol Version 0x21 PROTO_VER Protocol version is set
9. Video Tab Option Reference Setup Output Setup MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Table 6 4 summarizes the Video tab options available in DashBoard Table 6 4 Video Tab Options Item Reference Input Parameters Frame 1 Description Select this option to use the reference source connected to the FRAME REF 1 port on the openGear frame Frame 2 Select this option to use the reference source connected to the FRAME REF 2 port on the openGear frame Select this option to use the external reference source connected to BNC 9 on the rear module Use J7 on the card to enable or disable a 75ohm terminator on the External Reference input Refer to the section Card Overview on page 2 3 for details on J7 Output Format 4801 4 7200 4 10801 59 94 5761 0 7200 0 10801 0 1080PsF 4 1080PsF 23 98 Selects the video format for the output signal Note that a change in video format will not take effect until the reference is compatible The specified output displays the program Program output The specified output displays the preview a Output Preview output Clean Feed The specified output displays the selected clean feed output Disabled Dithering is disabled Enabled low Dithering is enabled and set to 2bits Dithering Enabled med Dithering is enabled and set to 3bits Enabled high Dithering is enabled and set to 4bits Select th
10. Parity and Stop Bits fields to set the required parameters for the external serial device Note that these settings have no effect when Protocol is set to Timecode 6 Select the Port Enabled check box in the Serial Port area When the Port is disabled any incoming data on the serial port is discarded by the card Serial Communications via an Ethernet Connection Use the following procedure to configure the card to communicate via an ethernet connection 1 From the Device View select the Config tab 2 Select the Remote Control tab located at the bottom of the Config tab 3 To use the GVG M 2100 Protocol to control the card via ethernet e Select the M 2100 Enabled check box located in the Ethernet Protocol area When the box is cleared any incoming data from the serial device is discarded by the card Note that a protocol can only be active on the serial port or on the ethernet port but not both From the Protocol menu select a Transport Layer Protocol Refer to Table 6 8 on page 6 9 for a list of options From the Port menu specify the Port Address for your serial device Choose a unique port number between 1 and 32767 Note TCP ports 0 21 22 80 and 6667 are unavailable for serial communications 3 10 Configuration MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 GPI Tally Communication Setup This section explains how to configure communications for GPIs and Tallies on the card using the menus and options available i
11. Pin 3 p GPIO 8 Figure 2 6 GPI Connections 8320AR 033 For More Information on setting up the communications for the GPI Tally ports refer to the section GPI Tally Communication Setup on page 3 11 MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Installation 1 Linear Timecode Cabling The card receives Linear Timecode LTC on the Serial port or via the GPI pins then decodes and keys the timecode over the Background video The outgoing video signal is rendered with a known and constant delay This section presents a general overview of how to connect your LTC device to the MDK 111A M LTC Cable Connections There are two methods of cabling an LTC input to the MDK 111A M via the Serial port or via one of the eight GPI ports on the rear module Note that how you connect to the LTC device determines how you must configure the communications between the LTC device and your card e Serial port Use this port when the LTC device drives a balanced pair following the recommended voltage amplitude defined in the SMPTE 12M specification The LTC signal pair must be connected to the Serial port on the Rx and Rx input pins GPI port Use one of these ports when the LTC device drives a single ended TTL compatible signal For More Information on e onconfiguring your card to communicate with an LTC device refer to the section LTC Communication Setup on page 3 13 To cable the serial port for an LTC input 1
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15. 50Hz 1080pSF 23 98Hz 1080pSF 24Hz Selecting a Reference Source This section provides information for specifying the reference source for your card To select the reference source 1 From the Device View select the Config tab 2 Select the Video tab located at the bottom of the Config tab 3 Selecta reference source from the Reference Setup area Refer to Table 6 4 on page 6 5 for a list of options 3 4 Configuration MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuring the Video Inputs and Outputs This section outlines how to specify the format for all the card outputs The output must be compatible with the selected reference Note that the EXT KEY and EXT ALPHA sources must be the same format as the output format Configuring the Video Inputs and Outputs Keep the following in mind when configuring your video inputs and outputs e Each video input has a line sync that can support a full line of SD or HD video including horizontal blanking All video inputs must be timed with the reference The input tolerance is 0 5 line Exceeding this tolerance will result in the output shifting of 1 line All of the video inputs must be the same video format as specified in the Config tab for the card If the formats do not match the card reports an error in the DashBoard Signal Status area and on the card edge LEDs e The Program and Preview sources can be any of the four internally g
16. Channel to Display LTC MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Media File Management 1 Overview This section provides a general overview of the media file management features of the MDK 111A M DashBoard enables you to select and configure the four Logo channels that are loaded in the MDK 111A M Each Logo channel has a sub tab that enables you to assign a media file to the specified logo view a thumbnail that represents the media file currently loaded and adjust on air properties The following tips and restrictions apply when managing your media files Media files such as stills and animations are transferred to and from the MDK 111A M using FTP protocol The media files are stored on a CompactFlash card that is installed on the MDK 111A M If you select an image size that is larger than the current video format this may corrupt the video output When a media file is loaded metadata such as X Y position is also loaded if it exists Otherwise default values are used For animations parameters are recalled after the last frame is loaded When using Mac OS X to transfer files to the CompactFlash Card via an FTP server you may only have read only access Refer to your Mac OS X documentation for details For More Information on loading a media file into a Logo channel refer to the section Loading Media Files on page 5 3 adjusting the position of a still image refer to the section Adjusting On Air
17. Class A Digital device Notice This is a Class A product In domestic environments this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may have to take adequate measures Maintenance User Serviceable Parts Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required This product contains no user serviceable parts If the module does not appear to be working properly please contact Technical Support using the numbers listed under the Contact Us section on the last page of this manual All openGear products are covered by a generous 5 year warranty and will be repaired without charge for materials or labor within this period See the Warranty and Repair Policy section in this manual for details Environmental Information The equipment that you purchased required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment To avoid the potential release of those substances into the environment and to diminish the need for the extraction of natural resources Ross Video encourages you to use the appropriate take back systems These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials from your end of life equipment in an environmentally friendly and health conscious manner The crossed out wheelie bin symbol invites you to use these systems If you need more information on the collection re use and recycling systems p
18. Displays the audio status for each of the four audio groups where s indicates the presence of synchronous audio on the group x indicates that audio is not present and a indicates the presence of asynchronous audio on the group Same parameters as above but for the BKGD B signal 8 The inputs on the card are line synchronized Therefore in order to avoid vertical shifts of the video the input signals must be timed within approximately half a line Hardware Tab Tab Title Hardware Table 6 2 summarizes the read only information displayed in the Hardware tab Voltage V Table 6 2 Hardware Tab Items Parameters Description Supply Voltage in Volts Current mA Current consumption of card in milliAmperes Power W Power consumption of card in Watts FPGA Temp MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 HAC HHF FPGA core temperature DashBoard Menus 3 Tab Title Hardware CPU Usage Table 6 2 Hardware Tab Items Parameters X xx y yy Z ZZ Description Displays the CPU Load average where x xx represents in the last minute y yy represents in the last five minutes 7 77 represents in the last fifteen minutes RAM Available HHH CPU Memory Used Total CPU Memory CF Card Status of GB used Displays the amount of memory used on the CompactFlash card Missing or Unreadable One of the following is occurring CompactFlash card is not presen
19. From the Directory menu select PATTERNS From the Filename menu select one of the following Timecode Large The timecode is set in large font gt Timecode Medium The timecode is set in medium font gt Timecode Small The timecode is set in small font 3 Adjust the transparency and other on air properties for the output as described in the section Configuring a Key on page 4 3 Note It is recommended to set the Key Alpha Type to Unshaped 4 Adjust the on screen position of the timecode by selecting one of the following e X Position Use this option to adjust the horizontal position of the timecode on the screen e Y Position Use this option to adjust the vertical position of the timecode on the screen e You cannot position any portion of a timecode off screen 5 Assign the Logo channel to an output as follows e Click the On Air Control tab to display the menu options in the Device View e Locate the output you wish to assign the Logo channel to e From the associated Source menu select the Logo channel to assign it to the output 5 8 Media File Management MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuration Notes Keep the following in mind when configuring a Logo channel for displaying LTC on screen The Status field on the Logo tab indicates the dimensions of the timecode file in the number of pixels Note that this value changes depending on the video format you are
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21. IT Department for assistance in connecting your card to the appropriate network at your location In order to properly complete this procedure you need the following cables and equipment Ethernet Cable This is a standard network CAT 5 cable to connect the card to your facility network You can use a standard straight through ethernet cable with no need for a crossover cable as the card includes an Auto MDIX ethernet PHY that will switch from straight to crossover automatically as needed Ross Video does not supply this cable To connect the card to an ethernet network 1 Ensure that you are running DashBoard Control System version 6 2 0 or higher before proceeding The DashBoard software and user manual are available to download from the Ross Video website 2 Connect the card to the same subnet as your DashBoard computer or to a network that has a route to the network your DashBoard computer is on Refer to Figure 2 4 for the Ethernet port location on the rear module 3 Make a note of the IP Address as this information is required when configuring the communication settings for your card For More Information on setting up the ethernet communications for the card refer to the section Ethernet Communication Setup on page 3 3 2 10 Installation MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 GPI Tally Cabling The MDK 111A M includes eight General Purpose Input GPI and Tally pins to interface with external equipment Th
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23. Rate fields 5 Set the Key Transition Rate as follows From the Key Rate menu select a transition rate to set up 4 6 Operation MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 e Specify the rate in number of frames as required in the Slow Rate Medium Rate and Fast Rate fields 6 Set the Auto Transition Rate as follows From the Key Rate menu select a transition rate to set up e Specify the rate in number of frames as required in the Slow Rate Medium Rate and Fast Rate fields Performing a Cut Transition Use the following procedure to perform a Cut transition on the card Note Clicking the Cut button while a transition is already in progress can either abort or instantly finish the transition depending on the option selected in the Personality tab Refer to the section Configuring the Transition Buttons on page 3 15 for details 1 From the Device View select the On Air Control tab 2 Ifrequired configure the Cut button behavior during a transition as specified in the section Configuring the Transition Buttons on page 3 15 3 To perform a Cut transition between Background sources Select a source for the Program output from the Background Source menu e Select a source for the Preview output from the Preview menu e Click Cut located below the Background thumbnail e The selections for the Program and Preview menus swap in anticipation of the next transition 4 To perform a Cut tra
24. Refer to Table 2 3 and your LTC device documentation for pinout information for your required Serial Interface Cable Table 2 3 Interface Cable for LTC Input RJ45 Pin RS 422 Serial LTC Signal COM Rx Port 2 Connect and secure the RJ 45 connector of the Serial Interface Cable to the Serial port on the rear module Figure 2 4 3 Connect and secure the other end of the Serial Interface Cable to the appropriate port on your LTC device Refer to the user manual for your LTC device for specific pinout information and the required port to use 4 Proceed to the section LTC Communication Setup on page 3 13 to configure the card to communicate with the LTC device 2 12 Installation MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 To cable a GPI port for an LTC input Note When using a GPI port for LTC the LTC interface must be TTL compatible where V IH is 2 0V 5 0V and V IL is 0 0V 0 8V 1 Locate the GPI Tally ports on the rear module Refer to the rear module labeling and Figure 2 4 for locations 2 Wire the GPI Tally port for an LTC input as follows The left and right pins are the two GPI O signals while the center pin is the common Ground GND e Refer to Figure 2 6 for GPI configuration on the rear module e Refer to your LTC device documentation for specific pinout information 3 Proceed to the section LTC Communication Setup on page 3 13 to configure the card to commun
25. Select this option if you are using the GVG M 2100 protocol to communicate with the card Select this option if you are communicating with an LTC device Refer to the section refer to the section LTC Communication Setup on page 3 13 for details Timecode Protocol Select this option to use the RossTalk text based protocol that enables control of RossTalk Ross Video equipment Refer to the Ross Talk Commands Setup Sheet available on the Gear Serial Port f Documentation Disc for details Select this option if the card is connected to an external device that uses the RS 232 TIA EJA 232 transmission standard Select this option if the card is connected to an external device that uses the RS 422 TIA EIA 422 transmission standard In this mode the Rx receive end is terminated with a Port Type 120ohm resistor on the card Select this option if the card is connected to an external device that uses an unterminated RS 422 transmission standard In this mode the Rx receive end is not terminated on the card This mode is used to daisy chain several card Rx ports where only the last one would be terminated This setting is recommended when the Protocol is set to Timecode RS 422 unterm MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 DashBoard Menus 9 Table 6 8 Remote Control Tab Items Tab Title Parameter Description Select this option if the card is connected to an external device that uses the stan
26. Select this option to reverse the transition back to the start Ignore Relative to Reference Select this option to disregard any successive presses of the Auto button until the transition is complete The BKGD Timing Ext Key Timing and the Ext Alpha Timing fields in the Signal tab displays the timing values relative to the reference A negative offset value indicates that the SDI signal is earlier than the analog reference A positive value indicates that the SDI signal is later than the analog reference Input to Output Unlocked The BKGD Timing Ext Key Timing and the Ext Alpha Timing fields in the Signal tab displays the timing values relative to the output A negative offset value indicates that the SDI input signal is earlier than the SDI OUT signal e A positive value indicates that the SDI input signal is later than the SDI OUT signal Select this option to enable card parameters to be edited from DashBoard Locked Select this option to lock all the card parameters to read only except this one The card can still be controlled by GPI and or external device commands if these were enabled prior to locking the card MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Load Save Tab The menu items available in the Load Save tab enable you to reset menu parameters for the card to the factory default values Table 6 11 Load Save Tab Items Option Title lem Parameter Descripton Rese
27. Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive A semiconductor devices Avoid handling circuit boards in high static environments such as carpeted areas and when synthetic fiber clothing is worn Always exercise proper grounding precautions when working on circuit boards and related equipment Unpacking Unpack each card you received from the shipping container and ensure that all items are included If any items are missing or damaged contact your sales representative or Ross Video directly Related Publications It is recommended to consult the following Ross Video documentation before installing and configuring your card DashBoard User Manual Ross Part Number 8351DR 004 e OG3 FR Series User Manual Ross Part Number 8322DR 005 e 176 063 Series User Manual Ross Part Number 8322DR 004 2 2 Installation MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Card Overview This section provides an overview of the MDK 111A M components m a EIR E 3 2 58 9 2s 23 Figure 2 1 Components MDK 111A M 1 CompactFlash Card 3 JP5 JP6 2 Board Reset Button SW1 4 Reference Termination JP7 1 CompactFlash Card The CompactFlash card provides 2GB of flash memory to administer media files such as stills and animations for the MDK 111A M 2 Board Reset Button SW1 Pressing this button resets the microprocessor and re initializes the card This is a hard reset of the card and settings are n
28. This software is copyright C 1991 1998 Thomas G Lane All Rights Reserved except as specified below Permission is hereby granted to use copy modify and distribute this software or portions thereof for any purpose without fee subject to these conditions 1 If any part of the source code for this software is distributed then this README file must be included with this copyright and no warranty notice unaltered and any additions deletions or changes to the original files must be clearly indicated in accompanying documentation 2 If only executable code is distributed then the accompanying documentation must state that this software is based in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group 3 Permission for use of this software is granted only if the user accepts full responsibility for any undesirable consequences the authors accept NO LIABILITY for damages of any kind 9 8 Appendix 6 Software Licenses MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM LGPL GNU LESSER GENERAL PUBLIC LICENSE Version 3 29 June 2007 Copyright C 2007 Free Software Foundation Inc lt http fsf org gt Everyone is permitted to copy and distribute verbatim copies of this license document but changing it is not allowed This version of the GNU Lesser General Public License incorporates the terms and conditions of version 3 of the GNU General Public License supplemented by the additional permissions listed below 0 Additional Definitions
29. Transition 60 7 2 OVELVICW iss ss aiemest hein a e aa a aaa 7 2 Protocol Version command cesses 7 4 Remaining Time Display command 7 3 Select Next Transition Type command 7 2 Select Transition Rate command 04 7 3 Select Wipe Patterns command 7 4 Start Transition command s src 7 2 Stop Ongoing Transition command 7 3 System Configuration command 4 7 4 System Status command ecceeeseeseeeeees 7 3 Take Crosspoint command ossessi 7 3 Transition Status command s src 7 3 MAC 0 3 3 6 11 Mac OS X using with CompactFlash card 5 2 Make Linear option esceeseeseeeereeeees 4 4 6 17 1 4 4 Media files adjusting on air properties of eee 5 4 7 5 3 CompactFlash card using s s s 5 6 exceeding image Cache 6 5 3 file naming CONVENTIONS s s s 5 5 FTP connection USING a eceseeeeteeeeeeeees 5 6 image specifications 5 5 loadin 22 4505 erria i asero r 5 2 5 3 7 5 2 5 5 Play Mode 7 2 3 2s a checks Getter 5 4 0 5 6 Menu Background Control ccceceeseeseereeeeees 6 19 GPI Tally Setup snenie tennyn 6 7 Multiple Transition option s es 6 20 Output Setup serens mee eein ie TA 6 5 0 E EREE 1 4 parameters 10500010 3 14 Tally 0 5 6 8 Transition Rate Control option 6 6 21 Mix transitions nnr Se eice E ieee 4 6 4 8 Mixing audio c
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32. and the included Key sources Rate simultaneously The Program output fades to black both the BKGD and the Key Fade To Black The Program output fades from black back to Fade Up its normal state both the BKGD and Key are visible if on air Fade Down 6 20 DashBoard Menus MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Option Title Auto Trans Type Transition Table 6 15 On Air Control Options Parameters Mix Description A Video Cross Fade is performed for BKGD transitions and multiple transitions Fade Fade A Video V Fade through black is performed for BKGD transitions and multiple transitions Take Fade A cut to black is performed then a fade up to the next BKGD source this also applies to multiple transitions Fade Take The BKGD fades to black then performs a cut to the next BKGD source this also applies to multiple transitions Rates Slow Sets the BKGD transition rate to Slow Medium Sets the BKGD transition rate to Medium Fast Sets the BKGD transition rate to Fast Slow Rate Medium Rate Same parameters as above 1 to 999 1 to 999 Defines the Slow Rate in frames Defines the Medium Rate in frames Fast Rate a The default value is Fast 1 to 9994 Defines the Fast Rate in frames b The default value is 60 frames 2 seconds when using 59 94Hz formats When using 50112 formats the default value is 50 frames
33. areas Performs the transition as specified in the Auto Trans Type menu between the BKGD sources selected in the Source and Preview areas at the Bkgd rate MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 DashBoard Menus 9 Table 6 15 On Air Control Options Option Title Parameters Description Displays a thumbnail image that represents the Image Displays a thumbnail image Keay source Key Status ON AIR The key is on air Read only OFF AIR The key is not on air Black Assigns Black as the Key output Assigns the selected BKGD source as the Key Bkeda output Assigns the external Key video source as the Pat Bey Key output Assigns the external Alpha source as the Key Source Ext Alpha Assigns the selected Logo media file as the a Key output e Assigns the Alpha from the specified Logo Alpha Black is displayed if there is no Logo loaded or if the Logo does not have an alpha channel Performs an instantaneous transition to take the Key on air or off air Performs a dissolve to transition the key on or off air The speed of the transition is controlled by the Key Rate setting Includes the BKGD source in the next transition Include Includes the specified Key source in the next transition Performs a cut between the BKGD sources and Multiple the included Key sources simultaneously Transition Performs an auto transition between the using Bkgd BKGD sources
34. dependent on the video format 0 6 18 DashBoard Menus MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 On Air Control Tab Table 6 15 summarizes the On Air Control options available in DashBoard Table 6 15 On Air Control Options Option Title Parameters Description Displays a thumbnail image that represents the Displays a thumbnail image BR GD source Black Assigns Black as the program output Assigns the selected Background source as the Brads program output Assigns the external key source as the program Key Video Assigns the external alpha source as the program output Source Key Alpha Assigns the selected Logo media file as the kogoz program output Assigns the Alpha from the specified Logo Alpha Black is displayed if there is no Logo loaded or if the Logo does not have an alpha channel Black Assigns Black as the preview output Bkod Assigns the selected Background source as the Background 5 preview output Assigns the external key source as the preview Key Video Assigns the external alpha source as the Key Alpha preview output Preview Assigns the selected Logo media file as the preview output e Assigns the Alpha from the specified Logo Black is displayed if there is no Logo loaded or if the current Logo does not have an alpha channel Performs an instantaneous transition between the BKGD sources selected in the Source and Preview
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40. lt Pe B Before using this product and nay associated equipment refer to the Important Safety Instructions listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage Product may require specific equipment and or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements Notices have been included in this publication to call attention to these specific requirements Symbol Meanings This symbol on the equipment refers you to important operating and maintenance servicing instructions within the Product Manual Documentation Failure to heed this information may present a major risk of damage to persons or equipment Warning The symbol with the word Warning within the equipment manual indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Caution The symbol with the word Caution within the equipment manual indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices Notice The symbol with the word Notice within the equipment manual indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in major or minor equipment damage or a situation which could place the equipment in a non compliant operating state ESD Susceptibility This symbol is used to alert the
41. on the transition type selected The Rate type 04 byte value will not be returned by the card Note that the maximum transition rate 18 999 frames Transition Status 0x05 TX_STAT Not currently supported The card always returns 03 Audio is quiescent 01 Transition Status 0x15 TX _STAT2 Not currently supported The card always returns 03 Audio is quiescent 01 Crosspoint Take 0x06 XPT_TAKE Bus Select Bit values 2 15 are ignored reserved Crosspoint byte values 01 16 designate the crosspoint number Audio Only Crosspoint byte value is not supported Hot cuts XPT Take 0x06 are not allowed when a transition is in progress Refer to Table 7 3 for details on crosspoint mapping Break Away 0x07 BREAK AWAY Not currently supported Audio Over Select 0x08 OVER SELECT Not currently supported Audio Over to Main Ratio 0x09 OVER_RATIO Not currently supported Key Modifier Ox0A KEY MOD Keyer Select byte value Bit 4 is not supported Keyer Modifier byte value is supported as follows Bit 0 where 0 Self 1 External Bit 1 is not supported Bit 2 4 is ignored SqueezeBack byte value is not supported Key Enable 0x0B KEY ENABLE Bit 4 is not currently supported Key Status Ox0C KEY STAT Bit 4 is not currently supported Automation Enable Status 0x0D AUTO_ STAT This command sends an Enabled reply to a Status query
42. this LED is green the card is in normal operation with no errors ERROR OK When this LED is red the card is experiencing internal errors When this LED is off there is no power to the card When this LED is green the BKGD A video input is valid When this LED is red the BKGD A input is not present or is invalid When this LED is green the BKGD B video input is valid When this LED is red the BKGD B input is not present or is invalid KEY VIDEO When this LED is green the EXT KEY video input is valid STAT When this LED is red the EXT KEY video input is not present or is invalid When this LED is green the EXT ALPHA video input is valid When this LED is red the EXT ALPHA video input is not present or is invalid When this LED is green the reference signal is valid REF STAT When this LED is red the reference signal is not present or is invalid 2 4 Installation MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Card Installation This section provides a brief overview of the required rear modules and physical installation of the MDK 111A M Note f possible do not block the ventilation holes on the top of the openGear frame that houses the MDK 111A M A 1RU open space above the frame gives the maximum air cooling and allows the frame filled with MDK 111A M cards to operate at the maximum ambient temperature of 40 C If these holes are blocked then the maximum operating ambient temperature must b
43. to High Edge triggered GPI signals are sampled once a frame and the associated function is executed only once per frame The minimum pulse width is 1 millisecond e Typically the edge triggered GPI is driven by external equipment that generates one pulse per event Level Level triggers are used when you want to assert a particular state for a setting You define the on air state of the function as being either Level High or Level Low Therefore if the on air state of the Key is defined as Level High for example when the GPI is a Level High signal the Key will stay on air If a Level Low is received the Key will be taken off air e Ifconfigured for Active Low the selected function is executed when the GPI input signal is driven Low e Ifconfigured for Active High the selected function is executed when the GPI input signal is driven High Tally Overview When configured as a Tally a port becomes an output providing a status indicator Typically this is used to indicate which input s are on air at any given moment Each tally output on the card can be configured to be active when any of the four inputs are on air They can be configured as Active High or Active Low The Trigger type Edge or Level is only relevant for GPI inputs and has no effect on Tally outputs The tally outputs defaults to a logical high level when inactive When the tally becomes active for example the signal is on air then the output is driven low MD
44. user that an electrical or electronic device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event Important Safety Instructions Caution This product is intended to be a component product of the DFR 8300 and OG3 FR series frame Refer to the DFR 8300 and OG3 FR Series Frame User Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component products Warning Certain parts of this equipment namely the power supply area still present a safety hazard with the power switch in the OFF position To avoid electrical shock disconnect all A C power cords from the chassis rear appliance connectors before servicing this area Warning Service barriers within this product are intended to protect the operator and service personnel from hazardous voltages For continued safety replace all barriers after any servicing This product contains safety critical parts which if incorrectly replaced may present a risk of fire or electrical shock Components contained with the product s power supplies and power supply area are not intended to be customer serviced and should be returned to the factory for repair To reduce the risk of fire replacement fuses must be the same time and rating Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Warning This product includes an Ethernet Port which allows this product to be A connected to a local
45. 0 on page 6 12 for a list of options MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuration 5 Configuring the Edit Permissions The Personality tab in DashBoard enables you to lock the card permission so that parameters are read only and cannot be changed To configure the card edit permissions 1 From the Device View select the Config tab 2 Select the Personality tab located at the bottom of the Config tab 3 Configure the edit permission by choosing an option from the Edit Permission menu Refer to Table 6 10 on page 6 12 for a list of options Configuring the Input Signal Timing Display The Timing Display feature enables you to configure how the input signal timing is reported by DashBoard This information is displayed in the Bkgd A Bkgd B Ext Key and Ext Alpha Timing fields of the Signal tab in the number of clocks and lines Negative values indicate the input signal timing is earlier than the reference Positive values indicate the input signal timing is later than the reference Note that there are 4400 clocks per line when using the 10801 59 94Hz format To configure the input signal timing for your card 1 From the Device View tab select the Config tab 2 Select the Personality tab located at the bottom of the Config tab 3 Configure how the signal timing by selecting an option from the Timing Display menu Refer to Table 6 10 on page 6 12 for a list of options 3 16 Configuration MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 S
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47. 6 7 ces sot sceaet ones Sctane oes verte nd a leestepivianes Deo 6 8 Policy warranty and 1 10 3 Port Enabled option ccceceesseeseeseeeeeeteeseeeteees 6 9 Port Type 56160118 3 9 3 13 6 9 6 10 Power consumption 7 2 status 0 6 3 Power fail relay 2 5 POWET LOSS wedi ae AE ET 2 5 Preview Key Source option DashBoard 6 19 Preview selecting ecceccecsseeseeseceteeteceeeeteesreeseens 4 6 Proc Amps black offset adjusting ceceeesereeteees 4 2 CB gain adjusting cceeeeseeseeeeeeeeeeeees 4 2 chroma gain adjusting c ce ceeeeseeeeeees 4 2 Enable checkbox 6 14 outputs configuring 20 0 eee eeeeteeteeeeeees 6 14 OVVIE W wits cd cole ie Patent 4 2 6 14 0 36 viwasss na aE E eS 3 5 6 14 i aE E 6 14 ael ce eects E TA E E EA 4 2 video gain 80 0501 6 4 2 Product information read only ceceeseesereeteeees 6 4 OVEN IEW or e EER trend eet ts 1 2 Program output selecting 4 5 Program Select option seseeeseseesesseeeesee 6 19 6 20 Protocol 2100 2 remote control configuration 3 9 3 10 seral skein cee hot ttl na beled 6 9 7 1 Protocol Version command ccesceeseeteeeeeetees 7 4 R RAM Available field DashBoard nnnnnnnonn000ene 6 4 Rate transition 4 4 4 6 6 21 Read only information hardware 6 3 0 aaah 6 4 esos E eee seeeheeas cere Bee tee aeseesneioes 6 2 Re
48. ALL NECESSARY SERVICING REPAIR OR CORRECTION 16 Limitation of Liability IN NO EVENT UNLESS REQUIRED BY APPLICABLE LAW OR AGREED TO IN WRITING WILL ANY COPYRIGHT HOLDER OR ANY OTHER PARTY WHO MODIFIES AND OR CONVEYS THE PROGRAM AS PERMITTED ABOVE BE LIABLE TO YOU FOR DAMAGES INCLUDING ANY GENERAL SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE THE PROGRAM INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF DATA OR DATA BEING RENDERED INACCURATE OR LOSSES SUSTAINED BY YOU OR THIRD PARTIES OR A FAILURE OF THE PROGRAM TO OPERATE WITH ANY OTHER PROGRAMS EVEN IF SUCH HOLDER OR OTHER PARTY HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES 17 Interpretation of Sections 15 and 16 If the disclaimer of warranty and limitation of liability provided above cannot be given local legal effect according to their terms reviewing courts shall apply local law that most closely approximates an absolute waiver of all civil liability in connection with the Program unless a warranty or assumption of liability accompanies a copy of the Program in return for a fee MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Appendix 6 Software Licenses 7 IJG The authors make NO WARRANTY or representation either express or implied with respect to this software its quality accuracy merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose This software is provided AS IS and you its user assume the entire risk as to its quality and accuracy
49. Control Appendix A Serial Protocols In This Appendix enmener a e tass GVG M 2100 0 1801 Pinout gt 0 6010 Communication Settings Emulation Commands ccccccsscessecsseeeseeeeees Protocol Extensions c cccccccsceeseceseeesseeeseeeneees Appendix B Specifications In This at ets Technical Specifications cccececsseesecseceseeeeceteeeeeeeeeseeses Appendix C Software Licenses Appendix D Service Information In This A 7 Troubleshooting Checklist ccccccceseesecseceseeseeeeeseeneeenes Warranty and Repair 7 Index MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Contents iii iv e Contents MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Introduction In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections e Overview e Functional Block Diagrams User Interfaces Documentation Terms and Conventions A Word of Thanks Congratulations on your purchase of the Ross Video MDK 111A M HD SD SDI Mixer Keyer The MDK 111A M is part of a full line of Ross Video digital products which are backed by over 25 years of engineering and design expertise You will be pleased at how easily your new card fits into your overall working environment Equally pleasing is the product quality reliability and functionality Should you have a question pertaining to the installation or operation of your MDK 111A M please contact us at the numb
50. Designations 8320AR 033 Rear Module Cabling for the Input and Outputs Refer to Figure 2 4 and the rear module label for cabling designations To connect video input and output cables to the rear module 1 Connect the appropriate input video sources to the BNC connectors on the rear module 2 Connect the output BNC connectors as required for your facility Cabling a Reference Source Use the following procedure to cable the reference source for your card 1 Ifyou wish to use the frame reference source connect the reference input to REF 1 or REF 2 input on the openGear frame 2 Ifyou wish to use a local reference input connect the reference input source to the REF IN connector on your rear module 3 Ifyou are using the local reference input on the rear module you must also configure 7 on the card edge Choose from the following MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Installation 7 2 8 Installation Pin 1 left Pin 2 center position In this position the analog reference is terminated with an 75ohm resistor This configuration is to be used for point to point cabling or on the last card of a daisy chain topology This is the default position Figure 2 2 1 2 3 oo o Pin Position 1 2 Figure 2 5 J7 Default Position Pin 2 center Pin 3 right position In this position the 75ohm terminator is removed and the analog reference is not terminated This configuration is used in a daisy chain cabli
51. E RETA EEKE 3 6 reference 8 601075 3 4 5 Signal loss alarm 3 6 PANIES si coh e tiie ces EEE a 3 12 timing SCP snsc iii 3 16 transition buttons ssseeeseseeeeeeeesseess 3 15 6 12 video format eeneioe ni aE ten 3 5 video 10 3 4 3 5 video dotes Oian e a ea 3 5 600 5 6 Consumption pOWer 8 2 CPU Usage field DashBoard cece 6 4 Crosspoint Audio Mode command 06 7 4 Current consumption field DashBoard 6 3 Current Preroll Time command cseeeeeee 7 3 Cut transition multiple sources 00 0 cesses 4 7 transition 4 7 transitions multiple ce eceeseeeeteeeeeeeeees 4 7 Cut button CONPIQUTING veier lice eeenss de 3 15 USINE asses Seek crite ee haetevs ak eee ces 4 7 D DashBoard audio status field 60 6 3 A di tab e arae lease ssecieec diets a Ea 6 6 Auto Trams 16 6 21 Background Control setup 00 0 0 cece 6 19 Box Mask adjusting ceceeseeseseeteenees 6 18 CF Card Status 1 6 4 Chiprat Black inen 3 6 6 5 Clip at White oo cece eceeseeereeteeeteeeens 3 6 6 6 configuration 0 3 12 3 13 configuration Menus OVETVIEW s es 6 5 CPU Usage 610 6 4 Current consumption field 00 0 eects 6 3 Dithering configuring ceeeeee 3 6 6 5 Ethernet 8 6 11 7 3 3 factory defaults 7 7 3 14 FPGA Core Temperature field eee 6 3 GPI SG UUs foie a iads cage sca i
52. File List Rescan Pressing the button updates the Directory menu options updates the Filename menu options X Position HH to HH Adjusts the position of the image along the X axis in number of pixels The range varies depending on the output video format Y Position HH to AH e Adjusts the position of the image along the Y axis in number of pixels The range varies depending on the output video format Play Mode Normal The entire frame of the image is displayed Swap Fields Field 1 and Field 2 of the image are swapped when they are displayed Field 1 Only Field 1 of the image is displayed Field 2 Only Field 2 of the image is displayed Auto Play Selected The animation starts to play when a transition occurs Cleared The animation starts playing as soon as the animation is loaded to the bus Looping Selected The animation starts over when it reaches the last frame of the animation Cleared The animation stops when it reaches the last frame of the animation Hold Time The animation plays but before looping back if looping is enabled it pauses on the last frame for the specified number of frames The default value is 0 which represents the top left corner of the active picture area This option is only applicable when an animation file is selected This option is only applicable when an animation file is selected The def
53. K 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuration 1 GPI Communication Setup Use the following procedure to configure remote control for GPIs 1 From the Device View select the Config tab 2 Select the GPI Tally tab located at the bottom of the Config tab Trigg a a Config GPI Tally Tab 3 Assign a transition event to a GPI by selecting the function next to the GPI in the GPI Tally area Refer to Table 6 6 on page 6 7 for a list of options 4 Select a trigger for the GPI from the Trigger column Refer to Table 6 6 on page 6 7 for a list of options 5 Select a Polarity for the GPI from the Polarity column Refer to Table 6 6 on page 6 7 for a list of options Tally Communication Setup When configured as a tally a port becomes an output providing a status indicator Typically this is used to indicate which input s are on air at any given moment The tally outputs default to a logical high level when inactive When the tally becomes active such as the signal is on air then the output is driven low It is possible to invert the signal using the Polarity feature To configure a tally for a selected card 1 From the Device View select the Config tab 2 Select the GPI Tally tab located at the bottom of the Config tab 3 Select what will drive the tally output when the input is on air by selecting the function next to the Tally in the GPI Tally area Refer to Table 6 6 on page 6 7 for a list of option
54. OTMING srncie iini 4 9 0 4 9 Fade Fade 17851105 4 6 4 8 Fade Take transition cccceeeeceesseeeneeeees 4 6 4 8 2 File naming media files 5 5 Format 4 5 c5 sec teas cette a A 6 5 0 3 5 FPGA Core Temperature field DashBoard 6 3 Frames installing the card 1 2 6 FTP eiea 5 6 Function tally 25 niii 6 8 G Gain adj sting aoee i aa nka e ies 4 4 7 4 2 chroma adjusting 4 2 OVEIVIEW ecsecct epi teste E E iE 6 17 video adjusting 4 2 Gateway on iri eat in AE A E EEES 3 3 T E 6 13 GPI communication 560100 3 12 configuration ionin rnes 3 11 7 3 12 COGS ci esc nec eS eee REREN 6 7 hi 6 7 7 6 7 low falling 7 6 7 0 0 6 7 A EE eee eee eee eee eee 3 11 6 7 7 6 7 GPLAULO REY henero kereti oditecasee ctntasa nants 6 7 GPI Button Operation command GVG M 2100 7 4 GPL Cut BK idhe E E ERE GN 6 7 GPI CU Reyna d mih i iai 6 7 MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM GPI Fade to Black ssiic ccesiesseiedeeeieentetels 6 7 GPI Tally Setup tab 6 7 GVG M 2100 protocol Audio Over Select command eee 7 3 Audio Over to Main Ratio command 7 3 Automation Enable Status 001186 7 3 Break Away command ececceserterteees 7 3 communication settings 00 eects 7 2 communication setup
55. PONENIS einen nren eke 2 3 DashBoard interface 0 7 1 4 GVG M 2100 protocol 00 eceeeseesereees 7 2 Key Setup Menus ceeceececeeeesteeeneeeees 6 17 1 Bana Bethe teekes 2 4 LOGOS MENUS iet aese ea 6 15 8 ege 5 2 On Air Control 1 1668 seee 6 19 Proc Amps Menus cscccecceeseeesseceneeenees 6 14 product s eese aen a se eaea iaa eee 1 2 Status Menus oiee cd a REE iene 6 2 Tally Setups s cc sceeciini ces ae nice 3 11 P Parameters Audio MIXING unnn aane 6 6 ethernet 0 7 6 11 GPI SeU pennone onii 6 7 KEYS a E E E ER 6 17 10008 6 15 On Air Controls 6 19 OPUS on og aee E eE EEE O i t E ieee 6 5 POCA MPS an e E e E 6 14 0 6 5 501101 Stuy lt lt bade nTa 6 9 Signal loss alarms cesceseeseeseeeeeeseeneeeees 6 6 tally Setup esoe E E E 6 8 1 ieee eee ee eee ee eae 6 12 transitions oes eragesat ra eiT a 6 12 Parity selecting 0 0 0 eeeeeeseeseeees 3 10 3 13 6 10 Permission edit 3 16 Personality Tab edit 2111551011 3 16 Index IX 5 OVET VIEW ieee ett EROR 3 15 Timing Display 6 12 transition buttons configuring 3 15 6 12 Pinout connections GVG M 2100 vcrir ieies 7 2 5671810400 29 Play Mode 6 16 media files lt i 2 eti eevee tes 5 4 Playout RAM field 508 6 4 PNG form ta ranee eee ee 1 2 5 5 5 6 Polarity 0 6 7 6 7 1 1311 cs cd ccsece ceteeceee see ebenee ceececteangee ceeds
56. Properties on page 5 4 image specifications and renaming media files refer to the section Managing Media Files on page 5 5 managing media files using an FTP client refer to the section Connection using FTP on page 5 6 using the CompactFlash card refer to the section CompactFlash Card on page 5 6 using timecode refer to the section Configuring a Logo Channel to Display LTC on page 5 7 5 2 Media File Management MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Loading Media Files The MDK 111A M features four Logo channels Logos 1 4 into which you can load files from the CompactFlash Card physically installed on the MDK 111A M Each card has 2GB of DDR playout memory Table 5 1 lists an estimation of how many uncompressed frames can fit into the playout memory of the MDK 111A M Table 5 1 Full Frame Animation Format Image Size No Alpha With Alpha 1080i 1080p 1920x1080 720p 1280x720 5761 720x576 480i 720x486 Note Very large animations may take several minutes to load Loading a Media File From the Directory menu in the each Logo sub tab files may be loaded from the following locations PATTERNS A virtual directory that currently contains timecode overlays Refer to the section Configuring a Logo Channel to Display LTC on page 5 7 for information on loading Timecode files RAM CACHE A virtual directory that displays media files that are a
57. and Ta reflects the on air status of the Key video Configures the GPI O port as an output the Tally any Key Tally active when any of the Keys are on air The GPI O port is not configured and the tally mone has no effect The Polarity setting is ignored When asserted the Tally output is driven High High Rising 45V Polarity When asserted the Tally output is driven Low ss ok Low Falling 0V 6 8 DashBoard Menus MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Remote Control Tab The Remote Control tab enables you to set up serial communications between the MDK 111A M and a device connected to the Serial port on the rear module or via a network connection Note that the default values for the Port Type Bit Rate Data Bits Parity and Stop Bits values change depending on the Protocol selected Note A protocol can only be active on the serial port or on the ethernet port but not both Should you attempt to enable the same protocol on both ports the card automatically disables the first port the Enabled box is cleared Table 6 8 Remote Control Tab Items Tab Title Parameter Description Enables the serial port on the rear module to Selected communicate with a serial device Port Enabled Disables the serial port on the rear module Cleared Any incoming data on the serial port is l discarded by the card The Bit Rate Data Bits Parity and Stop Bits fields are ignored
58. ar module S32O0AR 033 irasai aina 2 5 2 7 IX 6 Index Rear modules Bypass 2 5 Cabling oere n RE E Gs 2 7 cabling ethernet 2 10 Cabling Serial resserre 2 9 stalling 2 5 status DashBoard 0 ccccceccccesceeesteceeeeeees 6 4 tally connections 2 11 types Used aniier eeg eS 2 5 REF STAT LED ooo eeeeceeeceeeceececeeeeeeeeeeeseeeeseeeeaees 2 4 Reference CONFI Eura ON oeir e 3 5 format status 2 232 062 ehh ee ea 6 2 inipit Selection 6 5 23 0 08 10 0 gt eee eer eee 6 5 output format selecting ceceeeeeeeeteeees 6 5 termination JUMPEF ee ceeeeeeeeeeseeteeeeeeeeenes 2 3 Reference Format field 128510876 6 2 Reference Status field 1285130806 6 2 Reference termination jumper cceeeeeeees 2 3 Relay power fail oo 2 5 Remaining Time Display command 7 3 Remote control baud rate selecting eee 3 10 3 13 communication type selecting 3 9 3 13 CONFIQUTING sneje i 3 9 3 10 data bits 5010011165 cece 3 10 3 13 parity selecting 00 eeeeeeeeeerees 3 10 3 13 protocol selecting 8 3 9 3 10 stop bits selecting ce eee 3 10 3 13 Remote Control 60 3 9 3 10 6 9 Repair and warranty policy ccseseeeeeeeeeees 10 3 Reset button on 0 2 3 MENU parameters 0 7 3 14 Return Loss input specification sesser 8 2 output 510810 8 2 Rise and Fall Tim
59. area network LAN Only connect to networks that remain inside the building Do not connect to networks that go outside the building EMC Notices United States of America FCC Part 15 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 their own expense Notice Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video Limited could void the user s authority to operate this equipment CANADA This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe A est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada EUROPE This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of CE Directive 93 68 EEC INTERNATIONAL This equipment has been tested to CISPR 22 1997 along with amendments A1 2000 and A2 2002 and found to comply with the limits for a
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62. ault value is 0 ao Ff 6 16 DashBoard Menus MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Key Setup Tab Table 6 14 summarizes the Key Setup tab options available in DashBoard Each key has a sub tab to select which key is to be modified Table 6 14 Key Setup Menu Items Option Title Parameters Description Adjusts the luminance level of the key The Clip 4 to 10194 lower the threshold setting the more the Key is visible Gain 0 to 100 Adjusts the softness of the edges of the key Resets the clip and gain values to the default Clip amp Gain Make Linear settings The polarity of the Key Alpha is inverted Note Selected that a Key Invert can be applied to any key Key Invert type Cleared The Key Alpha is not inverted A Key which two video signals Alpha and Auto Select Fill are used Key Type A Key that uses the luminance values of the an key source for the alpha Select this option to set the Key Alpha to unshaped With an Unshaped Key the Key Alpha luminance value mixes linearly the Key Unshaped Video with the Background Shades of gray in the Key Alpha are translated into transparency levels giving the key a soft edge Self Keys are set to Unshaped by default Key Alpha Type Select this option to set the Key Alpha to shaped With a Shaped Key the Key Alpha cuts a hole in the Background based on the luminance value of the Key Alpha and adds the Key Video to the Background hole S
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64. beyond the FIVE 5 year warranty period In no event shall Ross Video Limited be liable for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages including loss of profits incurred by the use of this product Implied warranties are expressly limited to the duration of this warranty This User Manual provides all pertinent information for the safe installation and operation of your openGear Product Ross Video policy dictates that all repairs to the MDK 111A M are to be conducted only by an authorized Ross Video Limited factory representative Therefore any unauthorized attempt to repair this product by anyone other than an authorized Ross Video Limited factory representative will automatically void the warranty Please contact Ross Video Technical Support for more information In Case of Problems Should any problem arise with your MDK 111A M please contact the Ross Video Technical Support Department Contact information is supplied at the end of this publication A Return Material Authorization number RMA will be issued to you as well as specific shipping instructions should you wish our factory to repair your MDK 111A M If required a temporary replacement frame will be made available at a nominal charge Any shipping costs incurred will be the responsibility of you the customer All products shipped to you from Ross Video Limited will be shipped collect The Ross Video Technical Support Department will continue to provi
65. bled the animation will play from the first frame when it is brought to air When this feature is disabled the animation to air does not affect playback Looping When this feature is enabled the animation will cycle continuously from the last frame back to the first in an endless loop When this feature is disabled the animation plays once and freezes on the last frame Hold Time When this feature is enabled the animation will play but before looping back if looping is enabled it pauses on the last frame for the specified Hold Time in number of frames Parameters that are adjusted are saved with the image animation When a logo animation is subsequently re loaded these parameters are also recalled However if there are no saved parameters for a recalled logo animation then the parameters remain unchanged For More Information on the options in the Logo tab refer to Table 6 13 on page 6 15 To adjust the on air properties of a media file 1 2 Load a media file as outlined in the section Loading a Media File on page 5 3 Adjust the position of a still image in the viewing area of the screen using the X and Y Position sliders Keep in mind that you cannot position any portion of an image off screen and full images cannot have their position adjusted Use the Auto Play check box to set whether the animation automatically starts to play when it is taken on air Use the Looping check box to set whethe
66. c The default value is 30 frames 1 second when using 59 94Hz formats When using 50Hz formats the default value is 25 frames d The default value is 15 frames 0 5 second when using 59 94Hz formats When using 50112 formats the default value is 12 frames MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 DashBoard Menus 6 21 6 22 DashBoard Menus MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Appendix A Serial Protocols In This Appendix This appendix describes the communications protocol systems used with the MDK 111A M The following topics are discussed e GVG M 2100 Emulation Protocol MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Appendix A Serial Protocols 1 GVG M 2100 Emulation Protocol The MDK 111A M serial interface provides a communication link between a computer based editing or automation system and the MDK 111A M This section briefly outlines the GVG M 2100 emulation protocol system when used with the MDK 111A M For specific details on the protocol refer to your GYG M 2100 Automation Interface Protocol Manual Note Using the GVG M 2100 protocol may cause the card to enter a condition where DashBoard may not properly reflect the current status of the card Pinout Connections When connecting to a device using the GVG M 2100 protocol refer to the section Serial Port Pin Assignment on page 2 9 for pinout information for the Serial COM port Refer to the documentation that came with your M 2100 protocol device for s
67. d The following tips and restrictions apply when using the CompactFlash Card the CompactFlash Card must be installed on the MDK 111A M before the MDK 111A M powers up and must remain inserted e if you wish to remove the CompactFlash Card for programming you must re boot the MDK 111A M when you re install the CompactFlash Card This allows the MDK 111A M to recognize that a new CompactFlash Card is available the CompactFlash Card is 2GB in size the number of files you can store depends on the type of file PNG TGA JPG The CompactFlash Status field in the Hardware tab displays how much space is available on the CompactFlash Card 5 6 Media File Management MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuring a Logo Channel to Display LTC The Logos and On Air Control tabs in DashBoard enable you to assign an LTC input to a Logo channel then assign that Logo channel to an output This section summarizes the steps required to configure an output to display LTC text and provides additional configuration information For More Information on connecting an LTC device to the MDK 111A M refer to the section Linear Timecode Cabling on page 2 12 setting up communications between an LTC device and the MDK 111A M refer to the section LTC Communication Setup on page 3 13 Overview The timecode information displays on screen in one of the following formats This format is used when no LTC input signal is
68. d 0 6 3 Timing Display option ccceceseeeseeseeeeeeeeees 6 12 TAMING stats v2 506 ak ANE AR 6 3 Transition buttons configuring 3 15 6 12 Transition Rate Control option 0 0 6 21 Transition Status command cceeeeeeteeeeetees 7 3 Transitions auto trans type selecting 0 00 0 eeeeeeeeeenee 4 6 Index 7 auto performing 4 8 background program 5610018 5 background transition rate s es 4 6 buttons configuring 20 0 ce eeeeeseseeeeees 3 15 3 15 Cut performing 07 4 7 fade to black performing cee 4 9 fade fadee t2c is inte a hi bined 4 6 fadeztake cinn eet 4 6 6 20 key transition rate 4 6 4 7 inat AENT E AAA E stale eae hak 4 6 1116 s 4 7 OVERVIEW delani iesene tes ava a a 4 5 preview output selecting eee 4 6 tak fade a E r 4 6 Transparency adjusting s s eeeseseeseeeeeeeee 4 4 6 17 Tree View DashBoard ccccccccscccesecessseeeenes 3 2 Trigger 6 6 7 6 7 level Becca s Apert ste Ae ce a on Rates 6 7 Troubleshooting 10 2 Type Key ss cacictsoscrcisenceest thes ES 4 3 U Unshaped Key 6 17 Upgrades software ccccecceseeeeeteeeeceseeeeeeeeenes 3 17 V Video format configuration essessesesseeeesseseseseesesee 3 5 gain 80 501 0 4 2 4 inputs specifications 8 2 outputs specifications 8
69. d interface The card will begin loading the specified file which could take anywhere from one field if the file is already in cache to many minutes for large animations The GVG M 2100 protocol will respond immediately with an ACK without waiting for the image loading to complete There is currently no way to know when loading is complete other than to monitor the status in DashBoard field information lt channel gt this is a channel number in the range 0 to 3 corresponding to Logo channels 1 4 in the normal DashBoard interface Only the two least significant bits of this field are used the upper 6 bits are ignored lt filename gt is the full filename of the image to be loaded including any directory names The directory separator is a forward slash character This field should consist of plain ASCII characters in the range 32 127 There should not be any control characters or NULL bytes Extended character sets including Unicode may work but have not been specifically tested Maximum filename length is dictated by GVG M 2100 protocol limits a message may not exceed 256 bytes so the maximum filename length is around 245 bytes Longer names may cause problems this has not been tested The following example demonstrates how to load a file called Shaped png located in the directory anim into Logo Channel 1 AUTO gt M2100 02 STX Start of message 93 Byte count Message byte count 01 CMD Classif
70. dard RS 422 transmission standard with a null pinout In this mode the Rx and Tx are swapped on the card port and the Rx receive end is terminated with a 120ohm resistor on the card RS 422 NULL Select this option if the card is connected to an Port Type external device that uses the standard RS 422 unterminated transmission standard with a null pinout In this mode the Rx and Tx are swapped on the card port and the Rx receive end is not terminated on the card This mode is used to daisy chain several card Rx ports where only the last one would be terminated RS 422 NULL unterm None No transmission standard is specified Serial Port 9600 19200 Bit Rate 38400 57600 115200 Selects the bit rate for the external device connected to the Serial COM port Sets the number of data bits transmission Data Bits character length Parity Sets the Parity type Stop Bits Sets the number of stop bits transmission Selected Enables the protocol on the ethernet port Disables the specified communication protocol Enabled Cleared on the ethernet port When the check box is a cleared any incoming data from the serial device is discarded by the card Select this option if your device is connected to the card through a network and uses the Ethernet Port Transmission Control Protocol TCP IP Protoco Select this option if your device is connected to the card through a network a
71. de advice on any product manufactured by Ross Video Limited beyond the warranty period without charge for the life of the equipment MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Appendix D Service Information 13 10 4 Appendix D Service Information MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Index Numerics 8320AR 033 rear module ceeeeeeeee 2 5 2 7 A Adjusting black offset 2 4 2 CB gail rerin cid Meena Shines 4 2 chroma gai 2 5 ep EEE 4 2 video gain iinei ieii eias 4 2 Alarm signal loss 3 6 6 6 Animations Menus 10 6 15 Apply Changes button 6 11 Audio BKGD A input status in DashBoard 6 3 BKGD B status in 8500876 6 3 Audio Mixing OVETVIEW aoai fetes ei i a tee 3 8 parameters DashBoard 6 6 Audio mixing configuring e e eeeseseeseeseeerseeresseee 3 8 Audio Over Select command nsssssssesseseeeseseeseseee 7 3 Audio Over to Main Ratio 6011816 7 3 Auto Background transition performing 4 8 Auto Both button 7 6 20 Auto button configuring ccceeeeeseeeeeeees 3 15 Auto Play logos ceccccseesecseceseceeceteeeeeeseeseeereees 6 16 Auto Select key configuring 0 0 0 cc eens 4 3 Auto Trans Type AEAEE 6 21 Auto Trans type fade fade nei an rnn in 4 6 fade take 4 6 weed a E 4 6 5600 1 4 6 1 0 4 6 transition ossessione esser 4 8 Auto Transition 9 4 8 Tate SClECtNG sencede 4 7 A
72. e Logos 1 to 4 each logo may also have an optional Alpha channel Alpha 1 to 4 e Supports RossLingq for uploading still images from XPression to the Logo channels e 2GB of DDR playout memory with support for TGA PNG and JPG formats e Miulti Definition support of popular formats such as 10801 720p 480i and 576i e A B Mix V Fade Take Fade Fade Take or Cut with external key e Four SDI inputs that include two background inputs A B External Key Video and External Key Alpha e Fade to Black function Four SDI outputs that may be configured as PGM Preview or Clean Feeds e Passes audio on the Background to the Program and Preview outputs Eight bi directional ports that are user programmable to be a GPI or a Tally e Bypass relay from BKGD A to OUT 1 e User selectable card analog reference Supports SMPTE 12M Linear Timecode LTC on the serial port or via the GPI port Specify how the input signal timing is reported relative to the reference or the output e Report status and configuration remotely via the DashBoard Control System e Remote serial control of the card using the M 2100 protocol Ethernet 10 100 Mbit connectivity for easy upgrades in the field Independent Proc Amp control on outputs Support keyer controls such as clip and gain key invert box mask and transparency Supports SNMP alarms for the input and reference signals e Fully compliant with openGear specifications e 5 year transferable
73. e specification cceeee 8 2 Rossbing jersey sce ernen an n ete hee 5 6 RS 232 81105 3 9 3 RS 422 communication cccceeeeeeeeeeee 3 9 3 13 5 Select Next Transition Type command 7 2 Select Transition Rate command c eeeeees 7 3 Select Wipe Patterns command sses 7 4 Selecting Auto Trans type 4 6 Auto Transition rate 0 4 7 Background Transition rate 0 eee eee 4 6 Box Mask 9 4 4 Chip Vale xiii eee ester E 4 4 ethernet 60 3 3 gain valies cscs betaine eet aes 4 4 GPI 3 12 MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM 4 3 0 2 Key Transition 0 7 4 6 key type morne onn nen eta 4 3 media HES nati ee eis cet aE R 5 3 output video format ceceeesesteerereeeees 3 6 polarity tally 7 3 12 port ype seerne renien i 3 9 3 13 4 6 Preview Proc AMP reese eee ae ee 4 2 Program OUtPUt oo eee 4 5 5 3 5 7 transparency value 0 4 4 Video format ins socwsent Ato aed deies 3 5 Self Key 4 3 selecting a key type Self key configuring cc eeeeseeseecseeeeereeeeeenes 4 3 Serial Bit Rate site doa siete a aa 6 10 wesc nice ince E REK 2 9 communication setup ce eeeeeeeeteeees 3 9 6 9 Data Bits innte nieee 6 10 inputs specifications 0 07 8 2 8 2 outputs specifications Parit
74. e 5 2 Media File Specifications Parameter Specification File Type BMP GIF JPEG PNG TGA Compression compressed and uncompressed Max Image Width 32 768 pixels Interlace Formats 1080i 4801 576i Max Image Height dependent on available memory Max Image Width 65 536 pixels Progressive Formats 1080p 720p Max Image Height dependent on available memory Animation Maximum Length 10 000 frames File Naming Specifications The name can contain letters numbers and spaces but cannot contain symbols such as amp If you are naming an animation each file must be numbered in the sequence that it will play out The following restrictions apply to file names for animations Each file can use a minimum 3 digit number including all the leading zeros The file name and number must be separated by an _ followed by three or more digits then a period Each file in the sequence must have the same numbering scheme e The MDK 111A M loads files in numerical order The following is an example of a 10 frame animation using a typical numbering scheme DTVB_000 tga e DTVB_001 tga DTVB_009 tga MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Media File Management 5 5 Connection using FTP You can use an FTP connection to media files to and from the CompactFlash Card of the MDK 111A M You can also use an FTP client to delete images on the CompactFlash Card and re name imag
75. e de rated from 40 C to 35 C Supported Rear Modules The 8320AR 033 rear module is required Each rear module occupies four slots in the openGear frame Power Fail Relay The 8320AR 033 rear module includes a power fail relay from BKGD A IN to OUT 1 on the rear module The purpose of each relay is as follows When the card is removed from the frame the relay passes video from the BKGD A IN to OUT 1 of the card This allows the card to be serviced without interrupting the video signal If the card loses power or the frame loses power the video still passes through When the card boots the relay will be left in Bypass mode until the card can generate a valid output Once the card is up and functional the relay is disabled Installing a Rear Module If the rear module is already installed skip this section To install a rear module in an openGear frame 1 2 Ensure that the frame is properly installed according to instructions Remove the Blank Plates from the rear of the selected card frame slots You will need to remove 2 blank plates Seat the bottom of the rear module in the seating slot at the base of the backplane of the frame Align the top hole of the rear module with the screw hole on the top edge of the frame backplane Using a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screw fasten the rear module to the backplane Do not over tighten Verify whether your rear module label is self adhesive by check
76. e image refers to the portion of the video picture area production aperture that is being utilized for output content Active image excludes letterbox bars and pillarbox bars Auto Select Key is a key in which two video signals are required to insert the key The Key Alpha is used to cut the hole in the video and Key Video is used to fill the hole Board or Card refers to the MDK 111A M including all components and switches unless otherwise noted DashBoard refers to the DashBoard Control System client software DFR 8321 series frames refers to all versions of the DFR 8321 frames and any available options unless otherwise noted DID refers to Data Identifier LTC and Timecode both refer to Linear Timecode unless otherwise noted Multiple Transition refers to a transition between both the Background sources and the Key sources simultaneously Network Controller Card refers to the MFC 8320 N MFC 8322 S and MFC OG3 N Series Network Controller Cards unless otherwise indicated OG3 FR series frame refers to all versions of the OG3 FR frames and any available options unless otherwise noted openGear frame refers to the DFR 8321 series and OG3 FR series frames unless otherwise noted Operator and User refers to the person who uses the MDK 111A M Production aperture refers to the image lattice that represents the maximum possible image extent in a gi
77. e status of the BKGD A input source on the rear module 3 6 Configuration MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 e Bkgd B Select this box to enable DashBoard to report the status of the BKGD B input source on the rear module e Ext Key Select this box to enable DashBoard to report the status of the EXT KEY video input source on the rear module Ext Alpha Selecting this box enables DashBoard to report the status of the EXT ALPHA input source on the rear module For More Information on messages displayed in the Timing fields refer to the section Signal Tab on page 6 2 MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuration 7 Audio Mixing Configuration The Audio Mixing feature in the Config tab for the MDK 111A M configures how audio mixing including Fade to Black is performed To configure the Audio Mixing feature 1 From the Device View tab select the Config tab 2 Select the Audio tab located at the bottom of the Config tab Config Audio Tab 3 Configure the Audio Mixing feature as outlined in Table 6 5 on page 6 6 3 8 Configuration MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Serial Communication Setup The card serial interface can be configured to communicate with a variety of data rates and protocols You can communicate with an external device using a serial protocol through the Serial port on the rear module or via an ethernet connection This section briefly outlines how to set up serial communicati
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79. ed this field Idle displays the dimensions of the image e g 1920x1080 Selected on HHH Indicates all the key s or backgrounds that read only None currently have the media file selected Indicates the on air key s or backgrounds Ori Air read only 7 that have this media file selected Provides a list of virtual files loaded in the card memory such as timecode information RAM CACHE The field displays the directory the currently Directory ROOT selected media file is located in PATTERNS Provides a list of all of the directories on the CompactFlash Card HHH Displays the total memory usage of the RAM CACHE MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 DashBoard Menus 5 Option Title Table 6 13 Logos Options Parameters Description Logo Filename XXX YVV HHH yyy Displays the name of the selected media file Animation filenames include an underscore followed by three or more digits The number of frames and duration in seconds is displayed in brackets after the filename Updated when a new Directory is selected in the Directory menu Provides 8 list of all the media files in the currently selected directory Note that animations appear as a single entry NONE Selecting this option clears the logo channel This item is automatically selected without clearing the channel when the user switches to a new directory
80. eects 3 10 6 9 Configuration Preroll Time command 7 3 Crosspoint Audio Mode ssns 7 4 Current Preroll Time command n ss oseneeeeesee 7 3 emulation commands 60 7 2 Error Status for Previous command 7 4 GPI Button Operation command 04 7 4 Key Enable command nsession 7 3 Key Modifier command ceeeeesreeteenee 7 3 Key Status 00 7 3 Next Transition 6080 7 2 OVELVIGW feat aa tones culties toes ttae te tates 7 2 pinout CONNECTIONS 0 7 2 Protocol Version command c ccceeeees 7 4 Remaining Time Display command 7 3 Select Next Transition Type command 7 2 Select Transition Rate command 7 3 Select Wipe Patterns command 0 7 4 Start Transition command cece 7 2 Stop Ongoing Transition command 7 3 System Configuration command 4 7 4 System Status command cceeseeseeeees 7 3 Take Crosspoint command cceeeereee 7 3 Transition Status command cere 7 3 H Hardware information read only cece 6 3 High Rising GPI assisen 3 11 6 7 l I O Modules types used 2 5 Images management OVErViIEW essessseeeseeersrereeeese 5 2 5 2 specifications media files eee 5 5 Impedance input specification 8 2 output specification essesseseesesesseeeeserseeeesee 8 2 Include button toggling ssseeesseeeseeess
81. eeeneeeaes 6 20 Key Enable command 60 7 3 Key Invert option 4 4 6 17 Key Modifier 00 7 3 Key Rate selecting 6 21 Key Setupitab seinen ceed 4 3 6 17 Key Status 00 7 3 Key Transition rate selecting eeeeeeeeeeteeeeee 4 6 Key Type AUTO SElECE vec se eoecs see RGA ea 4 3 6 17 4 3 SELF seine tetera cat nee 4 3 6 17 Key Video Signal Loss alarm DashBoard sseseeieeeeee 6 6 Status displaying ceesceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 6 2 timing status DashBoard ieee eeeeeteeeees 6 3 Keyer Control Key Auto button cee cececceceeeeseeseeeneeeees 6 20 Key Cut button 6 20 S S E 6 20 IX 4 Index L LEDs input status feec 8 ckeseees ieee Aen eee ees 2 4 OVERVIEW spies ete e oee eats lab a SS 2 4 TefeEreNCe status pnie i 2 4 6 7 Linear Timecode see LTC Load Factory Defaults cece 3 14 6 13 0 6 0 ee niedc ces cee series ose 3 14 6 13 5 3 Logo channels loading media files 604 5 3 menus DashBoard cccccececcecesseeeeeees 6 15 OVELVICW 3 aage ea Suntan eR eerie 5 2 Play mOd ennnen eni ek 5 4 Logos Alpha Image field DashBoard s ssessseeeee 6 15 Auto Play DashBoard nsss 6 16 directory field DashBoard 00 0 0 cece 6 15 file field DashBoard 0 ccccceeeseeeeneeee 6 15 Looping option DashBoard cece 6 16 parameters mern erien n TEE EE 6 15
82. elect this option to assign the EXT KEY input source as the Background Program output Ext Alpha Select this option to assign the EXT ALPHA input source as the Background Program output Logo Select this option to assign the specified Logo channel as the Background Program output Alpha Select this option to assign the specified Alpha channel as the Background Program output MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Operation 5 4 Set the source for the Background Preview output from the Background Preview menu Choose from the following Black Sets the source for the Background Preview output to Black Bkgd A Select this option to assign the BKGD A input source on the rear module as the Background Preview output e Bkgd Select this option to assign the BKGD B input source on the rear module as the Background Preview output Ext Key Select this option to assign the EXT KEY input source on the rear module as the Background Preview output Ext Alpha Select this option to assign the EXT ALPHA input source on the rear module as the Background Preview output e Logo Select this option to assign the specified Logo channel as the Background Preview output e Alpha Select this option to assign the specified Alpha channel as the Background Preview output 5 Repeat step 3 For each key select the source for the key Key layering is fixed and starts with Key 1 and progresses to Ke
83. elf Key is a key in which the luminance or brightness values of the key source is used as the alpha for the key Select this option to use the EXT VIDEO source on the rear module as the Key Video when Key Video is selected for the key source on the On Air tab and its own luminance value of the same video as the Key Alpha Note that the Key Alpha Type is automatically set to Unshaped 4 Ifrequired select the Key Alpha Type from the Key Alpha Type menu Refer to Table 6 14 on page 6 17 for a list of options MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Operation 3 5 Adjust the Clip and Gain values of the key as needed Refer to Table 6 14 on page 6 17 for a list of options Note Ross Video strongly recommends leaving the Clip and Gain values at the default settings to avoid undesirable effects 6 Adjust the Transparency level of the key as outlined in Table 6 14 on page 6 17 7 To invert the key select the Key Invert box Masking a Key The Box Mask uses a simple box shape to mask the key and can be adjusted for size and location but cannot be rotated All key types can be masked The values of the Box Mask parameters are set in number of lines and pixels and are therefore dependent on the video format you are using To apply a box mask to a key 1 From the Device View select the Key Setup tab 2 Set the Box Mask by choosing an option from the Key Type menu Refer to Table 6 14 on page 6 17 for a list of options
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85. enerated Logo channels or external inputs or an internally generated black e Each output can be configured as Program Preview or one of four Clean Feeds Each output has a Proc Amp that can adjust parameters such as the black offset and gain All of the outputs can be enabled to add dither clip to SMPTE black or allow super black or clip to SMPTE white or allow super white To configure the video outputs on the card 1 From the Device View select the Config tab 2 Select the Video tab located at the bottom of the Config tab Contig Video Tab MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuration 5 3 Select the card output video format from the Output Format menu Ensure that it is the same format as in the input video format Operating Tip Use the Signal tab to monitor the Signal status including the reference and the Background sources Refer to the section Status Tabs on page 6 2 for more information 4 From the Output Setup area locate the Output BNC you want to configure Output Setup 7200 4 7200 4 omonga 200 59 94 omota 20p 59 94 y eee am 720p 59 94 z Video Tab Output Setup Area 5 Choose an output to configure as follows e Output 1 Select this field to configure the source on OUT 1 e Output 2 Select this field to configure the source on OUT 2 e Output 3 Select this field to configure the source on OUT 3 e Output 4 Select this field to configure the
86. er driven on the GPI input Select this option to have the GPI action controlled by a static voltage level The card performs the Function when the GPI state is either High or Low as determined by the Polarity setting The action triggered by the GPI input will remain in that state until the GPI level changes Sets the polarity of the edge or level trigger In the case of edge trigger a Low to High transition starts the function In the case of level trigger a high level starts the function High Rising Polarity Sets the polarity of the edge or level trigger In the case of the edge trigger a High to Low transition starts the function In the case of level trigger a low level starts the function Low Falling MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 DashBoard Menus 7 Tally Configuration The menu items available in the GPI Tally tab enable you to configure each Tally Table 6 7 Tally Setup Menu Items Option Title Parameter Description Configures the selected GPI O port as an Tally Bkgd A output the tally is active and reflects the on air status of BKGD A Configures the GPI O port as an output and tay Eke reflects the on air status of BKGD B Configures the GPI O port as an output and Tally Ext Key reflects the on air status of EXT KEY Function Configures the GPI O port as an output and Tally Exi Alph reflects the on air status of EXT ALPHA Configures the GPI O port as an output
87. ere are eight bi directional pins labeled GPI O 1 8 on the terminal block of the rear module Ports are user programmable to be either an input GPI or an output Tally using the GPI Tally Setup tab in DashBoard Electrically the ports are setup for contact closure to ground with 1Kohm pull up resistor to 5V so they default to a logical high state the card is removed from the openGear frame no external events will be inadvertently asserted by the card This also means that if a GPI cable is absent from the rear module GPI or Tally will be triggered and executed inadvertently by the card Note The default state for the GPI O contacts is active low signaling This way if GPI Tally Cable Connections The GPI ports are available on four 3 pin connectors located on the rear module Four 3 pin mating connectors are provided with the rear module This section provides information for connecting GPI Tally cables to the installed rear module of your openGear frame To cable the rear module for GPlIs and tallies 1 Locate the GPI Tally ports on the rear module Refer to the rear module labeling and Figure 2 4 for port locations 2 Wire the GPI Tally ports as follows The left and right pins are the two GPI O signals while the center pin is the common Ground GND e Refer to Figure 2 6 for GPI Tally configuration on the rear modules Ground Pin3 PO 6 1 GPIO 6 E GPIO 5 Pin 1 0 HH 6907 6
88. ers listed in the section Contact Us located at the back of this manual Our technical support staff is always available for consultation training or service MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Introduction 1 Overview The MDK 111A M is a high quality HD SD SDI video keyers with four internal static animation playout channels and one external key alpha channel An excellent device for keying external devices such as character generators and graphic systems into a program feed and or keying with four internal logo channels The MDK 111A M offers full key control with shaped and unshaped keying self key or auto key and gain and clip control The Background A and B inputs allows for background dissolves and V Fades behind the external key source All four inputs have line synchronization locked to an external analog reference to ease system timing requirements Four independent outputs for Program Preview and Clean Feed offer independent Proc Amp control with Fade to Black capability The MDK 111A M processes embedded audio on the Background A and Background B inputs Any audio groups present on the inputs are carried through to the outputs During transitions the audio ramps smoothly between A and B sources matching the video transition Features 1 2 Introduction The following features are included e Compliance with SDI SMPTE 292M 1 485Gbps and SMPTE 259M 270Mbps Four separate stills animations in use at any tim
89. es To access the MDK 111A M via FTP e Have the IP address from Config Ethernet Ensure an ethernet cable is plugged into the MDK 111A M rear module Refer to the section Ethernet Port Cabling on page 2 10 for connection details An FTP connection to the MDK 111A M should be established by your facility IT department The following information is required to create an FTP connection e User Name user Password password Connection using RossLing RossLinq enables you to transfer still images directly from the XPression to a MDK 111A M Logo channel You can transfer files into any of the directories for any of the Logo channels on the card There are four directories each corresponding to a specific Logo channel on the card The file can be a format as listed in Table 5 2 Note that the transfer of animations is not supported at this time To connect to the XPression via RossLinq establish an FTP connection using the following information Note The RossLing channel in XPression must be set as a passive FTP connection in order to set up communications between XPression and the MDK 111A M Refer to the XPression documentation for details IP Address This information is displayed in the IP Address field of the Ethernet tab in DashBoard for your card e User Name xpression e Password password For More Information on e using XPression refer to the XPression User Guide CompactFlash Car
90. eseserseseesee 4 6 Include option transitions s s s 6 20 Input status LEDS 2 4 Inputs cables connecting 2 7 configuration notes oo 0 97 3 5 Telerence si sh ee A eh te tee ed 3 5 6 5 return loss specification ceseseeeeeeees 8 2 specifications kerentiet 8 2 Installation physical 0 2 5 Index IX 3 Installing cables ethernet communication 0 2 10 cables rear module cecccceeseceetseeeeeeees 2 7 cables serial communication ccee 2 9 tear module eine inei i ee eee 2 5 Invert Keyi seines aeons bebe aa tied eas e Senat SE 4 4 0 3 3 1 J J7 Reference termination cceseeeeeees 2 3 6 5 JPEG format 9 ocdisieceaetis atest 1 2 5 5 5 6 es taste tee eda E AE 2 3 K Key auto select ty Pe onen e En iE 4 3 0 4 4 Clips adj sti g vereinen 4 4 97 4 3 gain adjusting se naonin aes 4 4 97 4 4 Self tY PG 23s ee Ree es 4 3 shaped selecting 0 cccceeseeseeeteeteeeeeeeeees 6 17 transition Tate iciseces keto sehendv ice 4 6 4 7 transparency adjusting ee eeeeseeeeeeteeeeees 4 4 types selecting 7 4 3 unshaped selecting 60 6 17 Key Alpha 6 17 SignalLoss alatin sirenerne one 6 6 Signal Status DashBoard ssseeeeeeeee 6 2 Timing status DashBoard sssseeeeeeeeeeee 6 3 27 6 17 Key Auto button 3 0 csctececincgear dine 6 20 Key Cut button oo ccceseeseeeeceseeeeeesee
91. esseeseseeee 3 6 6 6 software upgrades 7 3 17 6 2 transition buttons configuring 3 15 6 12 Transition Rate Control options sss see 6 21 Video tab 2 0 hee ek 3 4 3 5 3 6 Voltage field 070 6 3 Data Bits 5010018 cece 3 10 3 13 6 10 DC Offset 01010 8 2 Default Gateway ccccccecsesseeseceeceteeseeeseeeeeneeeaes 6 11 Device View DashBoard ccecccceesseeceeeeeees 3 2 3 3 1 07 27 Dithering configuring eects 3 6 6 5 Documentation terms cccccesseeseesceeteeseeeteeteees 1 5 E Ed Bes GRD NE E EA FTE 3 11 6 7 Edit permissions o es0c5 seiseccenesocesectabee a ea 3 16 Emulation 6011808 7 1 7 2 Enable check box Proc Amps s sessesesssesessesesee 6 14 Error Status GVG M 2100 sses 7 4 MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM ESD Susceptibility ccccessssssseeecsseseeceeeneees 2 2 Ethernet Apply Changes 0 6 11 220 communication setup 0 0 eects 3 3 6 11 Default Gateway selecting 8 6 11 DHCP Option onde ieee ictensescs 3 3 IP Address selecting a ceeceeseesereeees 6 11 MAC Address selecting a eceeeeeeee 6 11 7 3 3 status field DashBoard nsession 6 11 Subnet Mask Address selecting a 6 11 F Factory defaults loading ceeeeee 3 14 6 13 Fade Down button 4 9 Fade to Black aa a Reem EE 6 20 POTP
92. et 0 50mV SD 900ps typical HD 150ps typical Return Loss Rise and Fall Time Overshoot lt 10 typical Cable RS 232 Serial Interface Maximum Cable Length Lengths RS 422 Serial Interface Maximum Cable Length Maximum ambient temperature with a 1RU space above frame 40 C 104 F Environment Maximum ambient temperature without a IRU space above frame Power k Power Consumption Consumption 35 C 95 F 8 2 Appendix B Specifications MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Appendix C Software Licenses In This Appendix This appendix provides third party software license information for your MDK 111A M These products include multiple software components which are individually licensed under one or more of the following licenses included in this appendix This appendix contains the following sections BSD e Dual GPL Free Type e GPL WG e LGPL MIT zlib MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Appendix C Software Licenses 1 BSD Copyright c 1991 1993 The Regents of the University of California All rights reserved This code is derived from software contributed to Berkeley by Kenneth Almquist Redistribution and use in source and binary forms with or without modification are permitted provided that the following conditions are met 1 Redistributions of source code must retain the above copyright notice this list of conditions and the following discla
93. ground and Key Video Increasing the Cb Gain value causes the video signal colors to become increasingly saturated with blue Decreasing the Cb Gain value de saturates blue from the video signal 6 Use the Black Offset slider to adjust the black offset of the Background and Key Video Increasing the Black Offset value causes a lightening effect Decreasing the Black Offset value causes a darkening effect MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuring a Key This section briefly describes how to set up Key Alphas Auto Keys adjust the Clip and Gain values and how to apply a box mask Configuring a Key Use the following procedure to configure a key 1 From the Device View select the Key Setup tab inear Mask Top Edge Mask Bottom Edge Mask Left Edge Mask Right Edge fefresh Upload Reboot Key Setup Key 1 Tab 2 From the Key Setup tab select the tab for the key you wish to configure 3 Set the Key Type by choosing one of the following from the Key Type menu e Auto Select An Auto Select Key is a key in which two video signals are required to insert the key The Key Alpha is used to cut the hole in the video and the Key Video is used to fill the hole Select this option to use the EXT VIDEO source on the rear module as the Key Video and the EXT ALPHA source as the Key Alpha when Key Video is used for the key source Note that the Key Alpha Type is automatically set to Shaped e Self A S
94. haped Key alphas are sometimes used with Character Generators to cut very precise holes for the Key Video fill Adjusts the transparency level of the key where 0 The key is completely opaque At this value there is no difference between the original key and the key with the transparency effect applied to it Transparency 0 to 100 100 The key is completely transparent At this value the key is not visible on the screen MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 DashBoard Menus 7 Table 6 14 Key Setup Menu Items Option Title Parameters Description Disables this feature a mask is not applied to the key Applies the mask to the key The key is masked only the portion inside the box is d Box Mask displayed Reverses the mask The portion of the image Inverted that was masked is now visible and the portion that was visible is now masked Adjusts the location of the top edge of the 6 Mask Top Edge 0 to mask Mask Bottom 4 Adjusts the location of the bottom edge of the 0 to Edge mask Adjusts the location of the left edge of the Mask Left Edge 0 to 4 mask Adjusts the location of the right edge of the mask Mask Right Edge 0 to 4 The default value is 940 The default value is 50 The default value is 0 This option is disabled when the SCTE 104 Triggers and Custom VANC Packets options are enabled in the Personality tab e The range of values are
95. ic written prior permission M I T and the M LT S I P B make no representations about the suitabilty of thsi software for any purpose It is provided as is without express or implied warranty MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Appendix 6 Software Licenses 1 zlib Copyright C 1995 1998 Jean loup Gailly and Mark Adler This software is provided as is without any express or implied warranty In no event will the authors be held liable for any damages arising from the use of this software Permission is granted to anyone to use this software for any purpose including commercial applications and to alter it and redistribute it freely subject to the following restrictions 1 The origin of this software must not be misrepresented you must not claim that you wrote the original software If you use this software in a product an acknowledgment in the product documentation would be appreciated but is not required 2 Altered source versions must be plainly marked as such and must not be misrepresented as being the original software 3 This notice may not be removed or altered from any source distribution Jean loup Gailly Mark Adler jloup gzip org madler alumni caltech edu The data format used by the zlib library is described by RFCs Request for Comments 1950 to 1952 in the files ftp ds internic net rfc rfc1950 txt zlib format 1101951 00 deflate format and rfc1952 txt gzip format 9 12 Appendix C Software Lice
96. icate with the LTC device MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Installation 3 2 14 Installation MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuration In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for configuring the MDK 111A M using the options available in DashBoard The procedures in this chapter assume that you are navigating from the Device View of your card The following topics are discussed Using DashBoard Ethernet Communication Setup Selecting the Reference Source Configuring the Video Inputs and Outputs Audio Mixing Configuration Serial Communication Setup GPI Tally Communication Setup LTC Communication Setup Loading the Factory Defaults Personality Options Software Upgrades Note Before proceeding ensure that you are running DashBoard software version 6 2 0 or higher The DashBoard Control System software and user manual are available to download from the Ross Video website MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuration 1 Using DashBoard Before proceeding ensure that the DashBoard Control System is installed on a PC connected to your facility network The DashBoard software and user manual are available from the Ross Video website For More Information on installing and using DashBoard refer to the DashBoard User Manual To launch DashBoard 1 Ensure that you are running DashBoard software version 6 2 0 or higher 2 Launch DashBoard by double clicking its icon on your desktop 3 E
97. ication Command to follow 91 Byte count Message byte count 30 ROSS_LOGO Initiate Logo load 00 lt channel gt Load into Logo channel 1 61 6e 69 6d 2f 53 68 61 70 65 64 2e 70 6e 67 lt filename gt anim Shaped png 0f Checksum Message Checksum M2100 gt AUTO 04 ACK Message accepted image loading starts MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Appendix A Serial Protocols 5 7 6 Appendix A Serial Protocols MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Appendix B Specifications In This Appendix This appendix provides information on the specifications for your MDK 111A M Note that specifications are subject to change without notice The following topics are discussed e Technical Specifications MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Appendix B Specifications 1 Technical Specifications Table 8 1 provides the technical specifications when using the 8320AR 033 rear module Table 8 1 Technical Specifications 8320AR 033 Rear Module Category Parameter Specification Number of Inputs 4 SDI Data Rates and SMPTE Standards SMPTE 259M 270Mbps Accommodated SMPTE 292M 1 485Gbps Serial Digital I d 750h Video Inputs REEN van SDI IN 1 15dB to 1 5GHz SDI IN 2 4 gt 15dB to 1 5GHz Return Loss Equalization 80m Number of Outputs 4 Impedance 75ohms SDI OUT 1 15dB to 1 5GHz eee SDI OUT 2 4 gt 15dB to 1 5GHz Serial Digital Video Signal Level 800mV 10 Outputs Dc Offs
98. imer 2 Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the above copyright notice this list of conditions and the following disclaimer in the documentation and or other materials provided with the distribution 3 lt BSD Advertising Clause omitted per the July 22 1999 licensing change ftp ftp cs berkeley edu pub 4bsd README Impt License Change gt California Berkeley and its contributors 4 Neither the name of the University nor the names of its contributors may be used to endorse or promote products derived from this software without specific prior written permission THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE REGENTS AND CONTRIBUTORS AS IS AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED IN NO EVENT SHALL THE REGENTS OR CONTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT INDIRECT INCIDENTAL SPECIAL EXEMPLARY OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES LOSS OF USE DATA OR PROFITS OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY WHETHER IN CONTRACT STRICT LIABILITY OR TORT INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS SOFTWARE EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE 9 2 Appendix 6 Software Licenses MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Dual GPL Free Type Portions of this software are copyright C 1996 200
99. ing problems No IP Address The following conditions are occurring The Method is set to DHCP The ethernet cable connected to card rear module is connected A valid IP address could not be obtained The DHCP server may be down or is still powering up after a power outage MAC Address read only MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 HAE A AE A A The MAC Address for the card DashBoard Menus 6 11 Personality Tab The menu items available in the Personality tab enable you to specify the transition behavior of the buttons available in the On Air Controls tab specify how the timing status fields report and configure editing permissions for the MDK 111A M Option Title Cut Button Transition Parameter Abort Table 6 10 Personality Tab Items Description Select this option to return the transition to the beginning when the Cut button is pressed again while a transition is in progress Finish Select this option to instantly finish the transition when the Cut button is toggled Ignore Select this option to disregard any successive presses of the Cut button until the transition is complete Behavior Auto Button Timing Display Timing Display Card Lock Edit Permission 6 12 DashBoard Menus Pause Resume Select this option to pause the transition when the Auto button is toggled and resume the transition when the button is pressed again Reverse
100. ing the back of the label for a thin wax sheet You must remove the wax sheet before affixing the label Affix the supplied rear module label to the BNC area of the rear module MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Installation 5 8 Ensure proper frame cooling and ventilation by having all rear frame slots covered with rear modules or Blank Plates Note Verify that the card aligns with the rear module before fully tightening any of the slot screws Installing a Card Use the following procedure to install the card in an openGear frame 1 Ensure that the frame is properly installed 2 Ensure the rear module is properly installed 3 Hold the card by the edges and carefully align the card edges with the rails in the frame 4 Fully insert the card into the frame until the card is properly seated in the rear module 2 6 Installation MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Cabling Overview This section provides general instructions for video input and output cabling the rear module Rear Module Overview This section provides an overview of the cabling designations You can use up to 80m of industry standard 75ohm coaxial cable 8320AR 033 Rear Module The 8320AR 033 rear module provides four video inputs and four programmable video outputs BKGD B IN GPVO 1 2 EXT KEY IN GPI O 3 4 BKGD AIN GPIO 5 6 EXT ALPHA IN GPI O 7 8 OUT 2 OUT 1 SERIAL OUT 4 OUT 3 ETHERNET REF IN Figure 2 4 Cabling
101. is box to enable the card to clip to Selected Clip at Black SMPTE black on all outputs Cleared SuperBlack is allowed DashBoard Menus 5 Table 6 4 Video Tab Options Option Parameters Description Selected Select this box to enable the card to clip to Clip at White SMPTE white on all outputs Cleared SuperWhite is allowed Output Setup Line 21 passes through unaltered This setting NTSC Pass Line Selected should only be used when closed captioning 21 or other data is present on Line 21 Cleared Line 21 is treated as active video An alarm is triggered when a missing or an Selected invalid signal is detected on the BKGD A input Bkgd A Cleared The alarm is suppressed when a missing or an Signal Loss invalid signal is detected on the BKGD A input Alarm Bkgd B Same parameters as above but for the BKGD B signal Ext Key Same parameters as above but for the EXT KEY signal Ext Alpha Same parameters as above but for the EXT ALPHA signal a The default for Output 1 and Output 2 is Program the default for Output 3 is Preview and the default for Output 4 is Clean Feed Audio Tab Table 6 5 summarizes the Audio tab options available in DashBoard Table 6 5 Audio Options Option Title Parameters Description Audio follows video use for normal PCM Enabled f audio Audio Mixing Audio is hard cut during transition use for Disubiee non PCM audio such as Dolby
102. ite nti e NA AEEA 3 8 Module Rear 0 2 5 Multiple Transition option 6 20 Multiple transitions Auto Background transitions 1 0 0 eee 4 8 0 4 8 Include button toggling 0 0 0 eee 4 6 Include option configuring cee 6 20 N Naming media files eeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeerceeeneees 5 5 Next Transition command GVG M 2100 7 2 Non PCM audio 3 8 NTSC Pass Line 21 3 6 6 6 0 7 4 2 MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM On Air Control tab occ cecccceeseeeneeeees 4 5 4 6 On Air Controls Background Control setup 0 0 0 0 eee 6 19 media files properties 5 4 Multiple Transition option 0 0 cece 6 20 Transition Rate Control option 4 6 21 Output Setup Options eeeeeceseeseeteeteeteeneees 6 5 Outputs cables connecting 2 7 Clip at Black feature 0 3 6 Clip at White feature 3 6 configuration 00 eeseeseeeseeteeeeceeeeeeeeeeeseeneeenes 3 5 Configuration notes oo 0 07 3 5 97 3 6 dithering applying eeceeeseeeereereeeeeeees 3 6 impedance specification cceeeeeeeeeee 8 2 NTSC Pass Line 21 feature 0 eee 3 6 reference Selecting 0 6 5 return loss specification ccceseeeeteeeeees 8 2 specifications oo eeeeceeseesceeteeseceeceteeeeeeseeneeenes 8 2 timing status DashBoard s s s 6 3 Overshoot specification c ccceesesetteeteenteetees 8 2 oSieiie ine 1 2 BNC connector 05108108 2 7 COM
103. lease contact your local or regional waste administration You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performance of our products Company Address Ross Video Limited ROSS lt lt Iroquois Ontario KOE 0 Canada General Business Office Fax Technical Support After Hours Emergency E mail Technical Support E mail General Information Website Ross Video Incorporated P O Box 880 Ogdensburg New York USA 13669 0880 1 613 652 4886 1 613 652 4425 1 613 652 4886 1 613 349 6 techsupport rossvideo com solutions rossvideo com http www rossvideo com Contents Introduction 1 Tin Fhis Chapters ices sh sch seees esac es tee eke E E oe ates vp case wet Rie AR eee 1 1 A Word of Thanks sarnane Masenstnsicscdietslas AAST Eoria STE aeii eE stearata ieis 1 1 2 00 010 savant E E AE A EOE E ad masses KE EE a 1 2 Functional Block Diagrams scs nnn a RRA A AA As 1 3 0 1 4 DashBoard 1 4 7 1 4 SNMP Monitoring reee aei n de eon eee et eh a 1 4 1 5 Installation 2 Tint This Chapter a eoii riii E vse cleee sink tev K RERE lev ieee eget Ragan 2 1 Before Y OW Beg EEE 2 2 Static Discharge naniii jerien e RE eels eects Geek ea eats ed ORRE 2 2 less ahaa A eto d a E odes 2 2 Related Publications cissie i i 2 2 7 23 Card edg 11 2 4 Card Installation einiino 0
104. ler card is required in order to use DashBoard to monitor the MDK 111A M For More Information on setting up the Network Controller Card refer to its user manual e using DashBoard refer to the DashBoard Control System User Manual e the tabs and menus available for the MDK 111A M in DashBoard refer to the section DashBoard Menus on page 6 1 Card edge Monitoring The front edge of each card features LED indicators for input status and communication activity The card edge also includes a 3 position jumper block used to configure the termination on the local reference input For More Information on e card edge features refer to the section Card Overview on page 2 3 card edge LEDs refer to the section Card edge LEDs on page 2 4 SNMP Monitoring The Network Controller cards in the openGear frame provide optional support for remote monitoring of your frame the using Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP which is compatible with many third party monitoring tools For More Information on the available SNMP monitoring features refer to the Management Information Base MIB file that came with your card SNMP monitoring refer to the MFC 8300 Series or MFC OG3 Series User Manual 1 4 Introduction MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Documentation Terms and Conventions The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual Terms The following terms are used Activ
105. lready loaded in the playout memory Selecting this directory enables you to quickly access a pre loaded file from the memory ROOT This is the default directory and represents the top most directory on the CompactFlash Card You can manage files on the CompactFlash Card using an FTP connection Refer to the section Managing Media Files on page 5 5 for details e User created directories A list of user created directories using an FTP connection To load a media file into a Logo channel 1 Select a Logo channel as follows Select the Logos tab in the Device View e Select the tab for the Logo channel you want to load the media file for 2 If files were added or re named using an FTP connection click Re scan to update the list of directories and filenames 3 Select a media file to load to the Logo channel as follows From the Directory menu select the directory you wish to load a file from From the Filename menu select the file Note You can clear space in the image cache by selecting None from the Filename menu of any Logo channel However doing so immediately replaces the current media file with the file you are attempting to load MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Media File Management 3 Adjusting On Air Properties The Logo tab in DashBoard allows you to adjust the position and play modes of media files T he following features are supported Auto Play When this feature is ena
106. milar in spirit to the present version but may differ in detail to address new problems or concerns Each version is given a distinguishing version number If the Library as you received it specifies that a certain numbered version of the GNU Lesser General Public License or any later version applies to it you have the option of following the terms and conditions either of that published version or of any later version published by the Free Software Foundation If the Library as you received it does not specify a version number of the GNU Lesser General Public License you may choose any version of the GNU Lesser General Public License ever published by the Free Software Foundation MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Appendix 6 Software Licenses 9 If the Library as you received it specifies that a proxy can decide whether future versions of the GNU Lesser General Public License shall apply that proxy s public statement of acceptance of any version is permanent authorization for you to choose that version for the Library 9 10 Appendix C Software Licenses MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM MIT Copyright 1987 1988 by MIT Student Information Processing Board Permission to use copy modify and distribute this software and its documentation for any purpose is hereby granted provided that the names of M I T and the M LT S I P B not be used in advertising or publicity pertaining to distribution of the software without specif
107. n DashBoard Each of the GPI O ports can be configured as a GPI or Tally output GPI Overview When configured as a GPI a port behaves as an input and can be used to trigger actions such as Cut Dissolve the Key and or Background A push button switch or an ON OFF switch may be directly connected between the port and the adjacent ground pin Alternatively a external device may drive a low level Minimum pulse duration is lms anything shorter will be filtered out Typically users will configure the GPI for Edge trigger This means that the action is carried out either on the falling edge button is pushed or rising edge button is released depending on which Polarity is selected Alternatively users may configure the GPI for Level trigger In this mode the action is carried out on both the rising and falling edges so there are effectively two states The Polarity control can be used to invert the behavior Regardless of the trigger type GPI commands may be overridden by other command inputs such as serial protocols Edge This option enables the GPI to act as a latching trigger Edge triggers are used when you want to toggle between settings This option enables the GPI to execute a specific function e Ifconfigured for Falling Edge the selected function is executed when the GPI input signal transitions from High to Low e Ifconfigured for Rising Edge the selected function is executed when the GPI input signal transitions from Low
108. nd uses the User Datagram Protocol UDP IP Specifies the port address 1 32767 TCP ports 0 21 22 80 and 6667 are unavailable for serial communications a The default values for the Serial Port parameters bit rate data bits parity and stop bits are protocol dependent b Each ethernet protocol is listed as a separate row in the Ethernet Port area of the tab c The default value is 9000 6 10 DashBoard Menus MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Ethernet Tab Tab Title Ethernet The Ethernet tab enables you to set up network communications for your card Table 6 9 Ethernet Tab Items Method Parameter Static Description User manually supplies the Ethernet settings DHCP Automates the assignment of the Ethernet settings IP Address HHH HHH HHH HHH The IP Address for the card Subnet Mask HHH HHH HHH HHH The subnet mask for the card Default Gateway HHH HHH HHH HHH The gateway for communication outside of the local area network LAN Apply Changes Applies and saves any changes made to the Ethernet Settings Cancel Cancels any setting changes and resets the Ethernet Settings to the previous values Ethernet Status read only Ethernet communications for the card are valid Link Down Ethernet communications for the card are invalid The ethernet cable may be disconnected on the rear module or the ethernet network may be down or experienc
109. ng the Proc Amp Controls 4 2 Operation Each output the card has a Proc Amp that can adjust the black offset the video gain the chroma gain and the CB gain This section briefly outlines how to adjust the options available in the Proc Amp tab To adjust an output using a Proc Amp 1 Select an output signal to adjust as follows Select the Proc Amps tab Select the Output tab for the output signal you want to adjust The Output tabs are located at the bottom of the Proc Amps tab Proc Amps Tab Out 1 2 Select the Enable box to ensure the color adjustments are applied The Enable box must be selected in order for any color correction to take effect on the selected output 3 Use the Video Gain slider to adjust the amount of Video Gain you want to apply to the Background and Key Video Increasing overall gain causes an increase in contrast while also making colors more saturated and vivid Decreasing overall gain causes a decrease in contrast while de saturating colors 4 User the Chroma Gain slider to adjust the chrominance video signal components Cr and Cb simultaneously of the Background and Key Video Increasing the chroma gain value causes the video signal colors to become increasingly saturated and more vivid Decreasing the chroma gain value de saturates color from the video signal until it is black and white 5 Use the CB Gain slider to adjust the Cb component of the chrominance video signal of the Back
110. ng topology where only the last card is to be terminated For More Information on e configuring your reference source in DashBoard refer to the section Selecting the Reference Source on page 3 4 MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Serial Port Cabling The MDK 111A M includes an RS 422 232 serial communications port which can be used to remotely control the operations of the card This section applies if you wish to control the card via a serial protocol such as the GVG M 2100 protocol Serial Communication Cabling This section outlines how to cable serial communications for the card In order to properly complete this procedure you need the following cables and equipment Serial Interface Cable This is a serial cable with a RJ 45 connector on one end and a connector on the other end to connect to your serial device For the best performance Ross Video recommends using a standard ethernet cable such as a CAT 5 or CAT 5e Table 2 2 includes serial cable pinout details Ross Video does not supply this cable To set up serial communications for the card 1 Refer to Table 2 2 for pinout information for your required Serial Interface Cable 2 Connect and secure the RJ 45 connector of the Serial Interface Cable to the Serial port on the rear module Figure 2 4 3 Connect and secure the other end of the Serial Interface Cable to the appropriate port on your serial device Refer to the user manual for your serial device fo
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112. nses MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Appendix D Service Information In This Appendix This appendix contains the following sections Troubleshooting Checklist Warranty and Repair Policy MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Appendix D Service Information 1 Troubleshooting Checklist Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required In the event of problems with your MDK 111A M the following basic troubleshooting checklist may help identify the source of the problem If the frame still does not appear to be working properly after checking all possible causes please contact your openGear products distributor or the Technical Support department at the numbers listed under the Contact Us section 1 Visual Review Performing a quick visual check may reveal many problems such as connectors not properly seated or loose cables Check the card the frame and any associated peripheral equipment for signs of trouble Power Check Check the power indicator LED on the distribution frame front panel for the presence of power If the power LED is not illuminated verify that the power cable is connected to a power source and that power is available at the power main Confirm that the power supplies are fully seated in their slots If the power LED is still not illuminated replace the power supply with one that is verified to work Reference Signal Status Verify that the analog reference blackburst or t
113. nsition for a Key Select a source for the Program output from the desired Key Source menu e Click the corresponding Cut button for the Key located below the applicable thumbnail e The Key is transitioned on or off air The Key Status field s indicates the on air status of the key 5 To perform a Cut transition between multiple sources e Select the sources for the Program output using the options in the Source menus for each Key From the Multiple Transition area select the Include button s for any Key or Background sources to be included in the transition e Click Cut in the Multiple Transition area The Key Status fields indicate the on air status of each key included in the transition Note 7o allow for audio cross fading a cut takes six frames Three frames are used for the audio fade down the video is then cut followed by a three frame audio fade up MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Operation 7 Performing an Auto Transition The speed at which the Auto transition is performed in number of frames is determined by the Transition Rate Slow Medium or Fast set in the Transition Rate area Note Clicking the AUTO button while a transition in progress can either pause ignore or reverse the transition depending on the option selected in the Personality tab Refer to the section Configuring the Transition Buttons on page 3 15 for details To perform an Auto transition on the card 1
114. nsure that the openGear frame with the MDK 111A M is displayed in the Tree View located on the left side of the DashBoard window If not consult the 11 06 8300 Series or MFC OG3 Series User Manual and DashBoard User Manual To access a card in DashBoard 1 From the Tree View expand the node for the openGear your cards are installed in A list of cards installed in the frame is now displayed In the example below the node for Frame 2 is expanded to show a list of cards including the MDK 111A M 2 Double click the node for a card to display its menus in the Device View of DashBoard right side of the DashBoard window Slot6 MDK ANAM X 62 Sioto MFC 063 N Siot 2 Siot6 MoK 114 M Slot 10 uoc 26254 Siot 14 Tes 2643 Example of an MDK 111A M in DashBoard 3 2 Configuration MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Ethernet Communication Setup To enable the card to perform software upgrades or to use an automation protocol to control the card via ethernet the card must be configured with valid ethernet settings for the Ethernet port on the rear module of the card The settings can be specified manually Static or may be obtained automatically from a server on your network DHCP Note Connect the card to the same network as your DashBoard client computer or to a network that has a route to the network your DashBoard client computer is on Refer to the section Ethernet Port Cabling on page 2 10 fo
115. oc Amp menu settings for the Eee ee selected output to the default values The default value is 100 The default value is 100 The default value is 100 The default value is 0 0 6 14 DashBoard Menus MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Logos Tab Table 6 13 summarizes the Logos tab options available in DashBoard Each logo has a sub tab to select which logo is to be modified Table 6 13 Logos Options Option Title Parameters Description Displays a small image that represents the currently loaded media file For animations the fifth frame is displayed Video Image Displays a thumbnail image Only available when the card ethernet port is connected and properly configured A black box with text indicates that no image is currently loaded Displays a small image that represents the currently loaded media file on the Alpha channel For animations the fifth frame is Alpha Image Displays a thumbnail image displayed A blank area indicates that the current image has no alpha channel Indicates the full path of the currently loaded file represents the duration of the file if it is an animation XXx_ HH H yyy Loading frame X of Y Displays information about the channel in ET both the number of frames integer and in Anaon paded G the number of seconds fractional Single image loaded Any errors during loading are also displayed When the file s have load
116. oftware Upgrades The card can be upgraded in the field using the Ethernet port on the rear module and using the options available in DashBoard Refer to the section Ethernet Communication Setup on page 3 3 for setting up ethernet communications Note This procedure assumes that you are running DashBoard v3 0 0 or higher To upgrade the software on a card 1 Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software version file 2 Ensure the ethernet cable is connected to the Ethernet port on the rear module Refer to the section Ethernet Port Cabling on page 2 10 for details 3 Display the Device tab of the card by double clicking its status indicator in the Basic Tree View 4 From the Device View click Upload to display the Select file Upload dialog for your card Navigate to the bin file you wish to upload Click Open If you are upgrading a single card click Finish to start the upgrade Proceed to step 9 one If you are upgrading multiple cards e Click Next gt to display the Select Destination menu This menu provides a list of the compatible cards based on the card selected in step 3 e Specify the card s to upload the file to by selecting the check box es for the cards you wish to upload the file to e Verify that the card s you wish to upload the file to The Error Warning fields indicate any errors such as incompatible software or card type mismatch e Click Finish 9 Monitor the upg
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119. on the rear module Bypass Relay 6 2 DashBoard Menus Normal not in bypass Green Video is being routed through the card keyers may be active Active in bypass Red BKGD A bypasses the card and is looped passively on OUT 1 through the relay MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Tab Title Signal Item Timing Display Table 6 1 Signal Tab Items Parameters Relative to Reference Description The Timing fields display the input signal timing values relative to the selected analog reference Input to Output The Timing fields display the input signal timing values relative to the SDI output of the card Bkgd A Timing Bkgd B Timing Ext Key Timing Ext Alpha Timing Output Timing Bkgd A Audio Bkgd B Audio Clocks lines Indicates the timing of the BKGD A input signal relative as specified in the Timing Display feature Where clock is 1 period of 27MHz SD or 1 period of 148 xMHz HD Green The BKGD A input signal is within the valid range Yellow Grey The BKGD A input signal is outside the valid range a vertical shift will occur The BKGD A input signal is not available Same parameters as above but for the BKGD B Same parameters as above but for the EXT KEY signal Same parameters as above but for the EXT Alpha signal Clocks lines ls 2x 3a 4s Indicates the timing of the output signals relative to the reference
120. ons using DashBoard Note A protocol can only be active on the serial port or on the ethernet port but not both Should you attempt to enable the same protocol on both ports the card automatically disables the first port the Enabled box is cleared For More Information on cabling the Serial port refer to the section Serial Port Cabling on page 2 9 cabling the Ethernet port refer to the section Ethernet Port Cabling on page 2 10 Serial Communications via the Serial Port Use the following procedure to configure use a serial protocol via the Serial port on the rear module To configure the card to communicate via a serial protocol 1 From the Device View select the Config tab 2 Select the Remote Control tab located at the bottom of the Config tab Proc Amps Logos Key Setup On Air Control io Ethernet Personality Refresh Upload Config Remote Control Tab 3 Select the serial communication protocol for the external device connected to the Serial Com port from the Protocol menu Refer to Table 6 8 on page 6 9 for a list of options Operating Tip The Port Type Bit Rate Data Bits Parity and Stop Bits values are reset to their default values when a different Protocol is selected 4 Select the electrical standard from the Port Type menu Refer to Table 6 8 on page 6 9 for a list of options MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuration 9 5 Use the Bit Rate Data Bits
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122. ot saved This may cause loss of data and should only be performed as advised by Ross Video Technical Support 3 JP5 JP6 These jumpers are not yet implemented and must be left in the default position of Pin 2 center and Pin 3 bottom 4 Reference Termination JP7 J7 is a 3 position jumper block used to configure the 75ohm termination on the local analog reference input on BNC 9 of the rear module e Pin 1 left Pin 2 center position In this position the analog reference is terminated with an 75ohm resistor This configuration is to be used for point to point cabling or on the last card of a daisy chain topology This is the default position Figure 2 2 1 2 3 oo o Pin Position 1 2 Figure 2 2 J7 Default Position e Pin 2 center Pin 3 right position In this position the 75ohm terminator is removed and the analog reference is not terminated This configuration is used in a daisy chain cabling topology where only the last card is to be terminated MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Installation 3 Card edge LEDs This section describes the card edge LEDs Figure 2 3 outlines the locations of the card edge controls ERROR OK LED DS1 BKGD A STAT LED DS2 BKGD B STAT LED DS3 KEY VIDEO STAT LED DS4 KEY ALPHA STAT LED DS5 REF STAT LED DS6 gt Reset Button Card Ejector Figure 2 3 Card edge Controls Table 2 1 LEDs on the Card edge Display and Description When
123. pecific pinout information Communication Settings Unless otherwise stated by the GVG M 2100 Automation Interface Protocol Manual use the following communication settings when connecting a GVG M 2100 protocol device to the MDK 111A M Table 7 1 GVG M 2100 Communication Settings Setting Value Baud 38400bps Parity None Stop Bits 1 Note The MDK 111A M allows the GVG M 2100 protocol to be transported over TCP or UDP ethernet rather than by the serial port Refer to the refer to the section Ethernet Port Cabling on page 2 10 for cabling details Emulation Commands This section provides a brief overview of the M 2100 emulation commands supported by the MDK 111A M Table 7 2 Supported GVG M 2100 Emulation Commands Emulation Command Supported Either bit 0 or bit 1 or both must be selected Next Transition 0x01 TX_NEXT Bit 00 is i d Bi is ignored Start Transition 0x02 TX_START Trigger Mod Bit 1 7 are ignored reserved The card does not support wipes If a wipe transition is Select Transition Type 0x03 TX_TYPE selected the card returns an error The card does not support custom transitions 7 2 Appendix A Serial Protocols MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Table 7 2 Supported GVG M 2100 Emulation Commands Emulation Command Select Transition Rate 0x04 TX_RATE Supported The card supports Slow Medium and Fast Rates selectable in DashBoard and not based
124. ple Auto Background and an Auto Key transition simultaneously Select the sources to be included in the transition Select the Include button s located in the Multiple Transition area for any Keys or Backgrounds to be included in the transition Click Auto in the Multiple Transition area MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Performing a Fade to Black The Fade to Black feature allows you to fade to black where the Program bus is faded to black at the Background Rate To perform a Fade to Black 1 From the Device View select the On Air Control tab 2 To perform a Fade to Black toggle the Fade to Black button as follows Fade Down When the button displays this label clicking it performs an Auto transition to black The button label changes to Fade Up Note f the Fade Down Fade Up button is clicked while a Fade to Black is in transition the Fade will reverse Fade Up When the button displays this label clicking it performs an Auto transition from black The button label changes to Fade Down MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Operation 9 4 10 Operation MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Media File Management In This Chapter This chapter provides information on managing the images and animations using the DashBoard options available for the MDK 111A M The following topics are discussed Overview Loading Media Files Adjusting On Air Properties Managing Media Files Configuring a Logo
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127. r cabling details To set up ethernet communications for the card 1 From the Device View select the Config tab 2 Select the Ethernet tab located at the bottom of the Config tab GPI Tally Remote Control EDGEN Personality Load Save Config Ethernet Tab To obtain network settings automatically select DHCP 4 To manually configure the ethernet settings Select Static Enter the IP Address Subnet Mask and Default Gateway settings for the card 5 Click Apply Changes to save the new settings Note that clicking Cancel will revert to the previous settings MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuration 3 Selecting the Reference Source The openGear frame supports the distributed frame reference allowing incoming reference signals to feed timing information to all cards in a frame Thus a single composite or tri level sync signal can be used for multiple cards Alternatively each card accepts a reference signal on the rear module to provide additional system timing flexibility For More Information on e cabling the reference source for your card refer to the section Cabling a Reference Source on page 2 7 Output Format Reference Compatibility Depending on the reference format you use the card will only be able to operate in certain formats as outlined in Table 3 1 Table 3 1 Output Reference Compatibility Output Reference 480i 59 94Hz 720p 59 94Hz 10801 59 94Hz 5761 50Hz 720p 50Hz 10801
128. r pinout information and the required port to use For More Information on configuring the Serial port for communications refer to the section Serial Communication Setup on page 3 9 Serial Port Pin Assignment When building cables to interface to the card Serial port it is recommended to use CAT 5 or CAT 5e cable with the standard ethernet wiring color coding Table 2 2 shows the pin assignment of the Serial port located on the rear module Table 2 2 RJ 45 Pin Assignment RJ45 Pin RS 422 Null a Two pins are reserved for 12V to provide power to a hand held remote control panel MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Installation 9 Ethernet Port Cabling The Ethernet port on the rear module is used to connect to an ethernet network for communications software upgrades using DashBoard media file management via an FTP client and for viewing thumbnails This section presents a general overview of the ethernet connection process The exact steps for connecting your card to your facility via an ethernet network depends on the network requirements of your facility Note Contact your IT Department before connecting the card to your facility network to ensure that there are no conflicts They will provide you with an appropriate value for the IP Address Subnet Mask and Gateway for the card Ethernet Communication Cabling Network topologies vary greatly between facilities Contact your
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130. r the animation will start over when it reaches the last frame of the animation e When both Auto Play and Looping are enabled the animation begins to play on a transition and keeps playing in an endless loop If another transition is triggered the animation jumps to the first frame and keeps playing in an endless loop Use the Hold Time menu to include a pause between loops of an animation Select how an image is displayed by selecting an option from the Play Mode menu Note The Play Mode feature only applies to Interlaced video formats and has no effect when using Progressive video formats 5 4 Media File Management MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Managing Media Files Media files such as animations and still images can be transferred to and from the CompactFlash Card using an FTP connection Once transferred to the CompactFlash Card you use the options in the Logo tab to load the files and assign them to a Logo channel This section outlines the specifications for media files and provides general information on using the CompactFlash Card and an FTP connection For More Information on e assigning media files to Logo channels refer to the section Loading a Media File on page 5 3 Image Specifications Media files used on the MDK 111A M must meet the specifications outlined in Table 5 2 Note that if larger images are used the images will be clipped to the dimensions listed in Table 5 2 Tabl
131. rade e A Upload Status dialog enables you to monitor the upgrade process The card reboots automatically once the file is uploaded The card is temporarily taken offline e The reboot process is complete once the status indicators for the Card State and Connection return to their previous status Operating Tip f you are running DashBoard v2 3 or lower you must click Reboot in the Device tab to complete the upgrade process Troubleshooting If you encounter problems when upgrading your card software verify the following e Your network settings on the card are valid Refer to Table 6 9 for a list of settings Ethernet communication is properly configured The file you are attempting to load is a bin file that is for the card you are upgrading MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuration 7 3 18 Configuration MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Operation In This Chapter This chapter provides a summary of the operational features such as Proc Amp controls Key Setup and performing transitions in DashBoard The following topics are discussed e Adjusting the Proc Amp Controls e Configuring a Key Performing Transitions Note Before proceeding ensure that you are running DashBoard software version 6 2 0 or higher The DashBoard Control System software and user manual are available for download from the Ross Video website MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Operation 1 Adjusti
132. received This is the standard format The timecode is displayed in Hours Minutes Seconds and Frames The drop frames is not active The timecode is displayed in Hours Minutes Seconds and Frames HH MM SS FF The drop frame is active Frame Count Range The frame count range depends on the video format you are using When using Interlace Video Modes 480i 59 94Hz and 10801 59 94Hz the range is from 00 to 29 When using 5761 50112 and 10801 50Hz the range is from 00 to 24 When using 1080pSF 23 98Hz and 1080pSF 24112 the range is from 00 to 23 e When using 720p 50112 the range is from 00 to 49 When using 720p 59 94Hz the range is from 00 to 59 Note When using a progressive video format the LTC standard only provides a count of every second frame but the MDK 111A M will increment and display the frame count on every frame Configuring a Logo Channel to Display LTC This section outlines how to configure an output on the card to display the timecode text from an LTC device To configure a Logo channel for displaying LTC on screen 1 Select a Logo channel to configure as follows Select the Logos tab in the Device View e Select the tab for the Logo channel you want to load the timecode file for MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Media File Management 7 Key Setup On Air Control Logos Tab 2 Select a timecode file to load to the Logo channel as follows
133. ri level is supplied on one of the three reference inputs Check the Reference Input and the Output Format settings Also check the status of the reference by navigating to the Reference Status field located on the Signal tab in DashBoard Input Signal Status Verify that source equipment is operating correctly and that a valid signal is being supplied Output Signal Path Verify that destination equipment is operating correctly and receiving a valid signal Unit Exchange Exchanging a suspect unit with a unit that is known to be working correctly is an efficient method for localizing problems to individual units 10 2 Appendix D Service Information MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Warranty and Repair Policy The MDK 111A M is warranted to be free of any defect with respect to performance quality reliability and workmanship for a period of FIVE 5 years from the date of shipment from our factory In the event that your MDK 111A M proves to be defective in any way during this warranty period Ross Video Limited reserves the right to repair or replace this piece of equipment with a unit of equal or superior performance characteristics Should you find that this MDK 111A M has failed after your warranty period has expired we will repair your defective product should suitable replacement components be available You the owner will bear any labor and or part costs incurred in the repair or refurbishment of said equipment
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135. s 4 Select the polarity of the tally from the Polarity column Refer to Table 6 6 on page 6 7 for a list of options 3 12 Configuration MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 LTC Communication Setup This section explains how to configure an LTC input to the card using the menus and options available in DashBoard Serial Communication Setup Use the following procedure to configure serial communications for an LTC input 1 From the Device View tab select the Remote Control tab io EA a Ethernet Refresh Config Remote Control Locate the Serial Port area Select RS 422 unterm from the Port Type menu Select Timecode from the Protocol menu Select the Port Enabled check box meN GPI Communication Setup Ensure that only one GPI port is configured as an LTC input at one time If you attempt to configure a second GPI port for timecode communications the first GPI will be automatically assigned to None To configure GPI communications for an LTC input 1 From the Device View select the Config tab 2 Select the GPI Tally tab located at the bottom of the Config tab 3 Assign a GPI to the LTC input as follows From the Function menu for the GPI you are configuring select Timecode Input The Trigger and Polarity fields are ignored MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuration 3 Loading the Factory Defaults If required the card menu parameters can be reset to the factory default values using the op
136. seeeeeeeee 7 2 Static discharge conssire nni i 2 2 Static ethernet setup 0 3 3 6 11 Status Menus 1285130876 6 2 Stop Bits selecting ceeeeee 3 10 3 13 6 10 Stop Ongoing Transition command ee 7 3 Subnet Mask Address cccccceesceeeeeeeees 3 3 6 11 System Configuration command c ccecee 7 4 System Status 60 7 3 T Tab NUGIO cit Rhine Heese e E cokes 6 6 Ethemet marce lcdiccil ee oie 6 11 GPI Tally Setup 6 7 Hardwear e ves 5 cnci tdi tecichsctess cate eho aeceivsnes 6 3 Key Setup rnern ae seamen nent 6 17 07 6 13 o TSN A E E EE A 6 15 On Air 000101 4 5 4 6 6 19 0 3 15 2 Proc cieceieeieiseccQinieee cients eee 6 14 Product a eine 6 4 Remote Control Configure 3 9 3 10 Serdi eonna p e e 6 9 e EE E ER aE 6 2 6 3 1 P EPERE E S 6 2 Take Crosspoint command cceceeseeseeeteetees 7 3 Take Fade transition 0 ccccccecccecesseceeeeeees 4 6 4 8 Tally communication 5616 3 12 3 11 CON RUNING innne Ronewn 3 12 7 6 8 0 3 11 POlarity 6 8 rear module connections 2 11 Pally Key rnc foc EE 6 8 Tally Setup Menu 6 6 6 8 Terms documentation cccccecsscecessecesseeeeeees 1 5 TOGA format neen a Bieta 1 2 5 5 5 6 Timecode see LTC Timing display 6001 6 12 outputs status in 1285120876 eee 6 3 EE EE EE E oe desavths del ceaptenee 3 16 status in DashBoar
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138. source on OUT 4 6 Select the output that you want to assign to the selected OUT BNC from the Output field You can choose between the following e Program Select this option to assign the source to the Program output e Preview Select this option to assign the source to the Preview output e Clean Feed Select this option to assign the source to one of the Clean Feeds 7 From the Dithering field select the type of dithering you want to apply to all outputs Refer to Table 6 4 on page 6 5 for a list of options 8 Enable the Clip White or Clip Black feature Refer to Table 6 4 on page 6 5 for a list of options 9 Enable the NTSC Pass Line 21 when using NTSC 480i video format as outlined in Table 6 4 on page 6 5 Signal Loss Alarm Setup The Signal Loss Alarm feature enables DashBoard to display status alarms when a loss of signal is experienced on the Backgrounds external Key or external Alpha input sources The alarm information displays in the Signal tab of DashBoard and on the card edge LEDs For more information on the status LEDs refer to the section Card edge LEDs on page 2 4 To set up the Signal Loss Alarm feature 1 From the Device View select the Config tab 2 Select the Video tab located at the bottom of the Config tab 3 Enable or disable the alarms by selecting or clearing the required boxes in the Signal Loss Alarm area as follows Bkgd A Select this box to enable DashBoard to report th
139. t An error has occurred such as incompatible CompactFlash card is installed or an error in reading the card Playout RAM a b c d Displays RAM memory usage where a represents the memory in use b represents the memory cache from previously loaded files c represents the memory dedicated to the frame sync buffers and related functions Note that this memory is unavailable for images and animations d represents the total playout memory a A warning is displayed in DashBoard when the FPGA Core Temperature reaches 85 C If the temperature reaches 110 C the card will automatically shut down to avoid permanent damage and will have to be reset rebooted or power cycled to resume normal operation Product Tab Tab Title Table 6 3 summarizes the read only information displayed in the Product tab Product Supplier Table 6 3 Product Tab Items Parameters MDK 111A M Ross Video Ltd Description Indicates the product name Product Board Rev HH Indicates the board version of your card Serial Number HHH Indicates the serial number of your card Rear Module Type of rear module in this slot Software Rev 4 build Indicates the software and build versions Firmware Rev HHHH Indicates the FPGA version number 6 4 DashBoard Menus MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Configuration Tabs This section briefly summarizes the options and sub tabs available on the Config tab
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141. t the competition with respect We will cooperate with and help other friendly companies o oN We will go above and beyond in times of crisis f there s no one to authorize the required action in times of company or customer crisis do what you know in your heart is right You may rent helicopters if necessary MDK 111A M User Manual Copyright Patents Ross Part Number 111 AMDR 004 05 e Release Date December 9 2014 2014 Ross Video Limited Ross openGear and any related marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Ross Video Ltd All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies PATENTS ISSUED and PENDING All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Ross Video While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document Ross Video assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein Patent numbers US 7 034 886 US 7 508 455 US 7 602 446 US 7 802 802 B2 US 7 834 886 US 7 914 332 US 8 307 284 US 8 407 374 B2 US 8 499 019 B2 US 8 519 949 B2 US 8 743 292 B2 GB 2 419 119 B GB 2 447 380 B and other patents pending Important Regulatory and Safety Notices to Service Personnel gt gt
142. tion available in the Load Save tab Note Ethernet settings reference input selection and the output format are not reset using this method To reset the card to the factory default settings in DashBoard 1 From the Device View tab select the Config tab 2 Select the Load Save tab located at the bottom of the Config tab Refresh Upload Reboot Contig Load Save Tab 3 From the Global Settings area click Load Factory Defaults to display the Confirm dialog 4 Click Yes to load the factory default values for all menu parameters or No to cancel the load and close the dialog 3 14 Configuration MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Personality Options This section outlines how to configure the options available in the Personality tab Configuring the Transition Buttons The Personality tab in DashBoard enables you to specify how the Cut and Auto buttons in the On Air Control tab behave when toggled during a transition Note The selected behavior also applies to GPI Os To configure the transition buttons 1 From the Device View select the Config tab 2 Select the Personality tab located at the bottom of the Config tab Config Personality Tab 3 Configure the Cut button behavior by choosing an option from the Cut Button menu Refer to Table 6 10 on page 6 12 for a list of options 4 Configure the Auto button behavior by choosing an option from the Auto Button menu Refer to Table 6 1
143. to 3 0 Crosspoint Take 0x06 XPT_TAKE Table 7 3 provides a list of crosspoints for the XPT_TAKE command Note that values not listed in this table are undefined and are not recommended for use Table 7 3 Crosspoint Take 0x06 XPT_TAKE Selecting Crosspoint Selects No Change Black BKGDA BKGD B Key Video Key Alpha Logo 1 Alpha 1 Logo 2 Alpha 2 Logo 3 Alpha 3 Logo 4 Alpha 4 Protocol Extensions The following message types have been added for the MDK 111A M However these types are not part of the official GVG M 2100 protocol Contact Ross Video if any of these extensions cause compatibility issues for your GVG M 2100 equipment 7 4 Appendix A Serial Protocols MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM Loading an Image into a Logo Channel This command can be used to trigger the loading of an image or animation from the CompactFlash card into a specific Logo channel Note that in many cases the RossLinqg protocol refer to the section Connection using RossLinq on page 5 6 is recommended for bringing remote content directly into a Logo channel ROSS_LOGO Trigger image load value 0x30 unsigned byte command format ROSS LOGO lt channel gt lt filename gt query_ format illegal reply format always returns ACK notes This command is equivalent to selecting a new file to be loaded into a Logo channel through the normal DashBoar
144. ts Ses aR tin tase aR 3 12 IX 2 Index GPI Tally tab oo eceeeeeteeseeees 3 12 6 7 6 8 hardware 1111011801 0116 6 3 input signal loss 8187101 6 6 input signal timing display eeeee 3 16 input status fields 6 2 Key Setup 4 3 3 14 kogos eehteeeneens evatieneaneeeececks 6 15 Multiple Transition options 0 0 0 0 cece 6 20 9 3 2 NTSC Pass Line cic scencteaciacd cceeiness 3 6 NTSC Pass Line 2 6 6 On Air Control tab oe eoeenseeenene 4 5 4 6 6 19 Output Format setup ce eeseeeeeeseeeneeereeees 6 5 Output Setup Options 6 5 Output Timing field oo cece eeeeeeeeeees 6 3 OVE VIEW fs css tid hie Sec eee 1 4 Personality tab ssassn 3 15 3 16 Playout RAM field oo eee eceeseeseesseeeeeteeeees 6 4 Power consumption field 0 0 0 eceeeeseeseeeees 6 3 Preview Key Source 6 19 Proc Amps 0211011860 6 14 Proc Amps 4 2 6 14 product information 6 6 4 RAM Available field oo eecccesseeseeeeeeees 6 4 Rear Module 116160 6 4 Reference Format field 0 0 eeeeeeeeseeseeeeee 6 2 Reference Setup Options ccccesseeseeseeeees 6 5 Reference Status 100 6 2 Remote Control tab 0 6 9 remote control configuring 3 9 3 10 selecting reference input cee 3 5 6 5 selecting video 1011080 3 5 Serial Number field eccecceceeseeeeeeeeeeees 6 4 Signal information 60 6 2 Signal Loss Alarm setup s e
145. ts all DashBoard parameters and values excluding ethernet reference and output format settings to the factory default values Global Load Factory Settings Defaults MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 DashBoard Menus 3 Proc Amps Tab Table 6 12 summarizes the Proc Amps tab options available in DashBoard Each output has a sub tab to select which output is to be modified Table 6 12 Proc Amps Options Option Title Parameters Description Enables the adjustment of Proc Amp settings for the selected output Enable The Proc Amp settings for the selected output Cleared are inactive Adjusts the Chroma and Luma Gain values ii Vf Video Gain 6 0 to 200 simultaneously Adjusts the Cr and Cb values of the output video signals Increasing the gain increases the saturation of colors Chroma Gain 0 to 200 Decreasing the gain de saturates the colors until the signal is black and white Adjusts the Cb component of the chrominance video signal Increasing the value causes the video signal CB Gain 0 to 200 colors to become increasingly saturated with blue Decreasing the value de saturates blue from the video signal Selects how much of the input video signal values are mapped to black in the output Black Offset d signal IRE rato 00 Increasing the value increases the black level and lightens the image Decreasing the value darkens the image Resets the Pr
146. using e To assign the same LTC to multiple outputs configure a Logo channel with the LTC and then assign that Logo channel to multiple key sources e Should you attempt to load the same LTC to a second Logo channel an error occurs and a message is displayed in the Status field of the second Logo tab e You can transition between the keys or the Background when using an MDK 111A M This can be used to transition the LTC on and off air Refer to the section Performing Transitions on page 4 5 for an overview of transitions MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Media File Management 9 5 10 Media File Management MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 DashBoard Menus In This Chapter This chapter briefly summarizes the menus items and parameters available from the DashBoard Control System for the MDK 111A M Default values are noted with an asterisk Some menu and options are card dependent The following topics are discussed e Status Tabs e Configuration Tabs e Proc Amps Tab Logos Tab e Key Setup Tab e On Air Control Tab version 6 2 0 or higher The DashBoard Control System software and user manual Note Before proceeding ensure that you are running DashBoard software are available to download from the Ross Video website MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 DashBoard Menus 1 Status Tabs This section briefly summarizes the read only information displayed in the Status tabs The fields in the Status tabs var
147. utomation Enable Status command 7 3 B Background selecting program 0 4 5 transition Tate rn garot EEREN 4 6 Background Control Menu esceeeeeeereees 6 19 Baud Rate selecting ss seeseseesesseseesesseee 3 10 3 13 0 7 6 10 BKGDA MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM audio status DashBoard 0 cccceeeeeeeeee 6 3 equalization specification cesses 8 2 Signal Loss alarm DashBoard ssssseeseeee 6 6 status DashBoard 0 ccceeccceeesccceetseeeeeeeees 6 2 timing status DashBoard s es 6 3 BKGD Auto button 6 19 BKGD B audio status DashBoard 0 ccceeeeeeeee 6 3 Signal Loss alarm 1285120876 6 6 status DashBoard 0 ccccecccecesceceeseeeeseeeees 6 2 timing status DashBoard sseeeeseeeeeeeeee 6 3 BKGD C Signal Loss alarm 1288120876 6 6 BKGD Cut button im daea 6 19 BKGD Rate selecting 6 21 Black Offset adjusting 0 0 0 cceeeeeeeeeees 4 2 6 14 Block diagram scree nrinn 1 3 BNC connectors get eaesieusenectones 2 7 2 7 Box Mask adjusting ossee 4 4 6 18 Break Away command GVG M 2100 nasses 7 3 Bypass 110616 sssrini ia 2 5 6 2 6 Cabling BNC 051108 2 7 Cia STAM Serre ea eE ERS 2 7 ethernet 60 2 10 2 12 RS 232 specification ceceeeeseeseereeeeeees 8 2 RS 422 specification ceceeeeseeseeseeteees 8 2 RS 485 specification ceceeeeseeseeseeeeees 8 2 Serial 0 10
148. ven standard e g the full size of all active pixels and active lines For example the 10801 production aperture would be 1920x1080 SDID refers to Secondary Data Identifier Self Key is a key in which the luminance or brightness values of the key source is used as the alpha for the key System and Video System refers to the mix of interconnected digital and analog production equipment in which the MDK 111A M operates Conventions The following conventions are used The Operating Tips and Note boxes are used throughout this manual to provide additional user information MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Introduction 5 1 6 Introduction MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Installation In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for the basic physical installation and communications setup of your MDK 111A M The following topics are discussed e Before You Begin e Card Overview e Card Installation Cabling Overview e Serial Port Cabling Ethernet Port Cabling e GPI Tally Cabling Linear Timecode Cabling MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Installation 1 Before You Begin Before you begin ensure that you are using DashBoard version 6 2 0 or higher The DashBoard Control System software and user manual are available to download from the Ross Video website Static Discharge Throughout this chapter please heed the following cautionary note ESD Susceptibility
149. warranty MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Functional Block Diagrams Figure 1 1 is a functional block diagram of the MDK 111A M with the 8320AR 033 rear BYPASS RELAY on Rear Module BKGD AIN BNC 3 BKGD B IN BNC 1 External KEY VIDEO IN BNC 2 External KEY ALPHA IN BNC 4 Local Reference BNC 9 Frame Reference 1 Frame Reference 2 module LINE SYNC LINE SYNC LINE SYNC LINE SYNC BLACK VIDEO ALPHA LOGO 1 VIDEO ALPHA LOGO 2 VIDEO ALPHA LOGO 3 VIDEO ALPHA LOGO 4 GENLOCK CROSSPOINT gt Audio Processing KEYER 1 BKGDA BKGD B KEY VIDEO KEY ALPHA KEYER 2 BKGDA BKGD B KEY VIDEO KEY ALPHA CLEAN FEED 1 CLEAN FEED 2 CLEAN FEED 3 CLEAN FEED 4 KEYER 3 BKGDA CROSSPOINT BKGD B KEY VIDEO KEYER 4 KEY ALPHA BKGDA BKGDB KEY VIDEO KEY ALPHA PRV Local Area Network CARD Serial Port CONTROL GPI O Figure 1 1 MDK 111A M Block Diagram 8320AR 033 Rear Module MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 05 Introduction 3 OUT 1 BNC 5 OUT 2 BNC 6 OUT 3 BNC 7 OUT 4 BNC 8 User Interfaces The MDK 111A M includes the following user interfaces DashBoard Control System DashBoard enables you to monitor and control openGear frames and cards from a computer DashBoard communicates with other cards in the frame through the Network Controller Card This control
150. y 4 6 Ifyou are performing a transition with multiple keys toggle the required Include button s in the Multiple Transition area 7 Select an Auto Trans Type from the Transition Rates area as follows e Mix Select this option to perform a gradual fade from one source to the next The MDK 111A M performs a cross fade between sources e Fade Fade Select this option to perform a double transition from the Program source to Black to the Preview source The MDK 111A M fades down from one source to black and then transitions to the next source e Take Fade Select this option to perform a cut to black then fade up to the next source e Fade Take Select this option to fade from one source to black and then cut to the next source Transition Rates Transition rates set how much time in frames the card takes to perform an Auto Transition You can set rates for the Background and Key transitions using the options in the On Air Control tab To set the Background and Key transition rates 1 Set up your Keys as outlined in the section Configuring a Key on page 4 3 2 Set up your transition options as outlined in the section Transitions Setup on page 4 5 In the Device View select the On Air Control tab 4 Set the Background Transition Rate as follows e From the BKGD Rate menu select a transition rate to set up e Specify the rate in number of frames as required in the Slow Rate Medium Rate and Fast
151. y enses e tea a 6 10 6 9 60 Port Enabled option Port Type option ssssesessesesseeeseessseesee 6 9 6 10 port pin assignment cece ee eeeeereeeeeeeeees 2 9 Protocol option 7 6 9 Stop 5 6 10 Serial number field DashBoard o soesneoeeesoeesee 6 4 Serial Protocols communication setup 0 6 9 1 0 7 selecting in 85007 6 9 Setup ethernet cabling oo eeeceeseeseeeeeeseeeeeeeeees 2 10 ethernet 6016011060 3 3 GPI Tally cabling ossessione 2 11 4 3 ETC Cabling nnmnnn n ees 2 12 power fail relay oo ec eeeeseeeeceeceseeeseeeeeereees 2 5 rear module cabling 0 2 7 Serial cabling e ccc ccsecciccs ad scecsen ghdeeees acd eesensees 2 9 4 5 Shaped Key irsinin nininini 6 17 1 3 Signal flow diagram Signal information read only s s s 6 2 8 2 Signal Level specification Signal Loss Alarm 3 6 7 S6UUP 2h ee A T 3 6 6 6 6 2 Signal status Key Alpha 3 16 Signal SMPTE standards 09 8 2 Software upgrades cceecceseeeeesceeseeseeseenseesees 3 17 Specifications M dia files 21 2 wees teh ner eepeteiee 5 5 MDK 111A M User Manual Iss 04 PRELIM serial digital video inputs 2 0 0 0 cee eeeeeneeeees 8 2 serial digital video outputs ssssssseeeeseeseeee 8 2 SMPTE standards 8 2 Start Transition command cceesee
152. y in severity from green valid yellow caution to red alarm DashBoard reports the most severe alarm for a single field Alarm colors are noted within the tables as text set in brackets next to the menu parameter name Signal Tab Table 6 1 summarizes the read only information displayed in the Signal tab Tab Title Reference Status Table 6 1 Signal Tab Items Parameters OK Green Description Valid reference signal No reference Red No signal detected on selected reference input Reference Unlocked Red Signal detected but not locked or lock lost Invalid Reference Red Signal detected but incompatible with the current video mode Reference Format Unknown No signal present or format is not recognized it Indicates the reference format detected Bkgd A Status OK Green Normal operation Alarm Suppressed Green An alarm condition exists but is silenced Invalid Signal Yellow Signal detected but format not recognized Incompatible format Yellow Signal present but format does not match the video output format configuration of the card No signal Red No signal present on the input Bkgd B Status Same parameters as above but for the BKGD B signal on the rear module Ext Key Status Same parameters as above but for the EXT KEY signal on the rear module Ext Alpha Status Same parameters as above but for the EXT ALPHA signal

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