Crystal Image RMP-161-X17 Instruction Manual

C2-7000 SERIES OPERATION MANUAL1C2-7000 SeriesDual ChannelVideo ProcessorOperation ManualVersion 2.7

32.0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSTo insure the best from this product, please read this manual carefully. Keep it in a safe place for future referen

9312.0 COMMON OPERATIONSThis section provides step by step instructions for some common operations for the C2-7000 series.12.1 Operation of the KeyerT

94 The Key Min/Max may need to be readjusted after making the softness adjustment. Touch up any of the previous settings to get a clean key. At thi

95 Decrease V Key Min until reappears, then increase until it disappears again. If the edges appear rough, increase the V Key softness. The Key Min

96Dual PIP Mode Method (One or Two Key Channels, Locked)Change mode: Change Mode to SwitcherSetup the lock source Enter Adjust Outputs menu. Select

97 The Key Min/Max may need to be readjusted after making the softness adjustment. Touch up any of the previous settings to get a clean key. At thi

9812.2 Creating a MacroOn the 10-key front panel units, you can store up to 5 macros and associate them with 5 different buttons of your choosing. It

99 Press and hold the macro button (using SHIFT if needed) until the unit gives a short beep and the display says Info: Added to Macro. This has now

10013.0 EDGE-BLENDING SETUP13.1 IntroductionEdge-blending is a method whereby two or more video/data projectors are used together with part of their i

10113.2 Edge-blending requirementsTo obtain the best edge-blending results, you will need:1. A perfectly flat projection screen. This is vital, or it

10213.3 Basic setup of the two projectorsThe above diagram shows how the two projects should be placed to create a wider than normal image. The amoun

42.5 Ventilation Slots and openings in the sides of the unit are provided for ventilation. To ensure reliable operation, avoid obstruction of these o

103For use with dual-channel scalers such as the C2-7000 series, connect your video source (e.g. a DVD player or computer) to an input on the C2-7000

104around 10% to 20% overlap are usually around 180%. In other words, not quite 2x zooming (since that would give no overlap at all).Figure ‘a’ shows

105There is a formula for calculating the edge blend size (E) from the zoom value (Z) and horizontal pixel width of the output (H):E = 2 * H * (1 – Z/

106blending. (G marks the green lines, R marks the red, Y marks the yellow, for those reading in black and white.)13.9 Alignment of projectorsThis is

107Rotation – one or both of the projectors has a slight tilt. Once corrected, you may then need to re-align them.Key-stoning –ensure your projectors

10813.10 Gamma correctionBy now you should have two perfectly aligned projectors, but possibly with a brighter than normal overlap. This is most prob

109when you’re trying to output black, there will be a ‘hot area’ where the two projectors are now overlapping, of twice the projector’s ‘black level’

1101. Either use a 2ndoutput from the unit with Output 1, or a distribution amplifier to generate a 2ndidentical signal. Feed this into RGB1 on the u

111E.blnd H640x480800x6001024x7681280x7201280x10241600x12001920x1080i50 192 194 195 196 196 197 19755 191 193 195 196 196 197 19760 191 193 194 195 19

11214.0 WINDOWS CONTROL PANELA powerful utility is available for the C2 product range and can be downloaded from our support web site or found on the

52.0 IMPORTANT: CONSIGNES DE SECURITEAfin de tirer le meilleur de ce produit, merci de lire attentivement ce manuel. Gardez-le dans un endroit sûr pou

113In the Ethernet section be sure to set the IP address to the same as the address you have set on the unit (units Ethernet menu). The port number u

114Figure 4 Detecting a unitOnce the application detects and connects to a unit you will be asked if you wish to “synchronize with the unit”, this wil

11514.3 Application menu’s14.3.1 File menuFigure 6 File menuAcross the top of the application are the toolbar menu options. The first menu item is Fi

116- The Program Resolutions menu will program the resolutions into the unit as defined on the resolutions Tab.- The Program Settings menu will progra

117Figure 10 Scripting button screenUp to 24 buttons/functions can be defined, and each of these buttons/functions can perform multiple actions.Figure

11814.5.1 Loading Still Images / TestcardsFigure 12 Image loaderTo program a Still Image / Testcard into the unit select the ‘Testcards’ tab from the

11914.5.2 Loading LogosFigure 13 Logo LoaderTo program a logo into the unit select the ‘Logos’ tab from the image programmer screen and then press Loa

12014.5.3 Maximum Image size – how large can my Logo / Still Image / Testcard be?The image size for a Logo or Still Image / Testcard is limited by the

121There are 2 ways to create a resolution using this tool. The easiest, shown on the New resolution tab at the side, allows you to create a new resol

122Figure 16 Add resolution to tableOnce your new resolution is added, you can program the resolution into the Scaler using the Communications menu an

62.3 Entretien généralNe forcez pas les boutons ou connexions externes.Lorsque vous déplacez l’unité, déconnectez d’abord les connexions de ports en s

123Figure 17 Resolution editor - advanced timingsIn order to modify an existing resolution simply click on the resolution table at the bottom of the s

12415.0 TROUBLESHOOTING AND TECHNICAL SUPPORTIf problems are experienced, please read through the symptom topics below in order to resolve the problem

12515.4 There is excessive flicker on the Output.Try using a different Flicker reduction mode. Turning the contrast down and the brightness up on the

12615.11 The RGB input is selected but the image is rolling or pink.Check the Adjust sources menu and confirm that the input type and sync method is s

12716.0 RETURN PROCEDUREBefore returning your unit for repair, there are several checks you can make yourself to make sure the problem is actually cau

128Please clearly state the return number on the outside packaging and on any accompanying documentation. This will greatly speed up processing.IMPORT

12917.0 WARRANTY POLICYLIMITED WARRANTY – With the exceptions noted in the next paragraph, TV One warrants the original purchaser that the equipment i

13018.0 CONNECTOR PINOUTS18.1 DVI-I connectorPIN# SIGNAL PIN# SIGNAL1 T.M.D.S DATA 2- 16 HOT PLUG DETECT2 T.M.D.S DATA 2+ 17 T.M.D.S DATA 0-3 T.M.D.S

13119.0 SPECIFICATION19.1 Video InputsComposite Video 3 x via BNC ConnectorS-Video (Y/C) 3 x via 4-PIN Mini-DIN ConnectorDVI-I 3 x via DVI-I Connector

132HD-SDI jitter (100kHz) approx. 0.176 +/- 0.02 UI19.6 Input RGB SyncType RGBHV, RGBS, RGsBLevel / Termination TTL, 10K.Polarity Positive or Negative

72.0 INSTRUCCIONES IMPORTANTES DE SEGURIDADPara sacar el mejor provecho de este producto, léase este manual con detenimiento. Guárdelo en un lugar seg

13319.13 MechanicalDesktop Case (HWD) 1.725” x 17” x 7.92” (44x431.8x201.2mm)With Rack Ears (HWD) 1.725” x 19” x 7.92” (44x482.6x201.2mm)Weight (Net)

13420.0 CONTACT INFORMATIONShould you have and questions or require assistance with this product in areas not covered by this manual, please contact T

82.3 Cuidado generalNo forzar interruptores o conexiones externas.Al mover el aparato, desconecte las conexiones del puerto en serie primero, luego el

92.0 WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSVORSCHRIFTENLesen Sie diese Bedienungsanleitung bitte sorgfältig, um Ihr Produkt optimal nützen zu können, und bewahren Sie s

102.3 Allgemeine pflegeWenden Sie bei der Handhabung von Schaltern und Anschlüssen keine Gewalt an. Beim Umstellen des Geräts entfernen Sie zuerst die

112.0 BELANGRIJKE VEILIGHEIDSINSTRUCTIESLees deze handleiding zorgvuldig door om het beste uit uw product te halen. Bewaar het op een veilige plek voo

122.3 Algemeen onderhoudForceer schakelaars of externe aansluitingen nooit.Bij verplaatsing van de eenheid, de seriële poortaansluitingen eerst loskop

C2-7000 SERIES OPERATION MANUALC2-7000 SeriesDual ChannelVideo ProcessorOperation ManualVersion 2.2

133.0 CAPABILITY, TERMS OF REFERENCE AND OVERVIEW SUMMARY3.1 Device CapabilitiesThe C2-7000 series of Dual Channel Video Processors uses the proprieta

14Dual PIP Mode - Any video input can be squeezed and placed into either of two windows of any size and positioned anywhere on the screen, even overla

15layers can be positioned as desired in the ‘stack’ so that the user can create any relationship he or she desires. Modes: There are three modes of

163.4 Models availableThere are different models in the C2-7000 series – either incorporating a number of SDI inputs / output or not, or using a 10-wa

17In summary, the following table details the main differences:Model Inputs Outputs KeysC2-7100 3xDVI-I 3xCV 3xYC 2xDVI-I 2xCV 2xYC 10C2-7110 3xDVI-I

18Within the nomenclature that follows, the Windows will be associated with one or both of the two Outputs as explained in the section detailing Modes

19shown below could be created which would mean that the Window “A” layer would have primacy over all the others:Color BackgroundZ (Lock Source)BbaATh

20button when in the Switcher mode and pressing it causes the image present on Output 2 to also appear on Output 1. Special control logic within the C

21therefore will be locked to the single Lock Source even though there are two Outputs available.From a practical standpoint, this means that there is

224.0 UNPACKING AND INSTALLATION4.1 Shipping CartonThe C2-7000 series arrives double boxed for maximum protection during shipping. You are encouraged

C2-7000 SERIES OPERATION MANUALTable of Contents1.0 DISCLAIMER...

235.0 FUNCTIONAL CHECK5.1 Important Safety InstructionsThe AC power cable (Mains Lead) furnished with the unit will conform to the type in use at your

24Power is never totally removed from the unit when it’s plugged into an active AC outlet. Pressing the button at the extreme right on the front pan

25connector formerly used by the monitor cable) to the input labeled “DVI-I/RGB1” on the rear panel of the Processor. Next, take the cable from the PC

266.0 CONTROLS AND CONNECTIONS The C2-7000 series comes with one of two types of front panel:CORIO® STD – 10 button programmable.CORIO® EXP – 48 butto

27Button NumberC2-7100defaultC2-7200default3 RGB1 RGB14 RGB2 RGB25 RGB3 CV16 CV1 CV27 CV2 YC18 YC1 SDI19 YC2 SDI210 TC1 TC1All buttons except the Shif

286.2 48-button non-programmable panelAll 48-key front panels have the same button arrangement on the left and right sides of the front panel, with th

29With these front panels, you can directly select the inputs to route to the two outputs of the C2-7000 series unit. Depending on the Mode you’re in

30These buttons are the same on all 48-key front panels:In order to facilitate ease of use, the first two characters of every menu indicate the curren

31The above menu item must be ‘On’ to activate certain menu items. These typically control the more advanced items in the menus.SystemAdvanced menus

327.0 AUDIO INPUTS AND OUTPUTSC2-7000 series units with AES3 digital audio have extra connections at the rear to bring the audio in and feed the mixed

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337.3 Audio outputs in different modesThe following table defines the usage of the outputs in each of the unit’s modes:Mode AES3-id I/O 1(and SDI1 out

34terminal blocksA3-7342Break-out and conversion of 4xIN & 4xOUT to analog audio on XLR connectorsNote: in all cases, a DARS input is also availab

358.0 CHANGING THE OPERATING MODEAs previously explained, the C2-7000 series has two independent video processors and three operating modes: Switcher

36When in switcher mode Output 1 will be the program feed and Output 2 will be the preview feed. Most users will position the monitor connected to Ou

37then press button number 1 to toggle between Output 1 and 2.), or via the dedicated input selection buttons on a 48-key panel.The function of the A

38Select Window A for adjustment so that the top line of the LCD display shows 1A. When you have Window A available for change, press the input button

399.0 MENU TOPOGRAPHY AND ADJUSTMENT METHODOLOGYFrom here on, we’ll be looking at the high-level menu structure employed in the C2-7000 series and, mo

40key panel, you can use the Shift Key and button 2 to highlight the Window you are working with on the Video monitor.The LCD display will show what P

419.2 Advanced menusNote that the ‘Advanced menus’ menu item must be ‘On’ to activate certain menu items.9.3 Group Names and DescriptionsMenu Group Na

42Off The output resolution of the Output is defined by the setting for Output Resolution and there will be no background source visible.Genlock The o

C2-7000 SERIES OPERATION MANUAL10.1 Connection...

43remain in place until changed or it may be overridden by the lock mode and source.The top line of the display will show the current output resolutio

44since they are not encrypted.This menu may appear as either of the above – depending on whether the analog and digital outputs are controlled separa

45Sets the value of the fixed background color, which is present when PIP is used with no Lock source background displayed. This menu item is only av

46Changing this option, sets the amount of picture magnification you wish to use for the window Source. You are provided with the options to zoom the

47feature is ‘Off’ by default, so that the full image size of 100% is used. Shrink level will need to be turned On before any change to this value ha

48Med. Enough for most situations such as thin line drawingsHigh Highest amount of flicker reduction. Will cause loss of vertical detail in some image

49In ‘Pixel’ mode, the user has direct access to pixel and line-accurate scaling functions. This lets the user specify the exact co-ordinates and siz

509.6.3 ‘Aspect adjust’ = ‘Pixel’These menu items work together to specify the exact co-ordinates and size of the source image (within the video sourc

51background image can show through. The following settings allow you to vary the colour(s) that are keyed out.This menu item is only present on sing

52conversion) may not sample a 50% brightness as being exactly 50% i.e. sometimes 49% and sometimes 51%. Increasing the softness value will broaden t

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53This controls the blend width and height respectively. Left and Right blend sizes are adjusted together by the first number, and Top and Bottom ble

54A fixed number of Logos can be stored in non-volatile memory for later recall. Use this setting to select the Logo to be displayed and adjusted.This

55This adjustment allows the height and width of the border to be changed it can be up to 255 pixels thick.This allows the border to be offset from th

56This menu item selects the input connection for which you want to make adjustments to. As in the image above, changes will only be made to the sourc

57This menu item allows manual positioning of the Bottom and Right portion of the image. These settings are often used to correct the position of a P

58Remove Removes the window, thus showing any background (e.g. a Lock source). This is useful for MIX & PIP scenarios on units with overlay abili

59number of fields – but ignoring areas where motion has occurred. If motion blurring is seen, it is recommended to turn this setting off.9.11.2 DVI

60The 8 EDID blocks are as follows:EDID Usage123456User-definable – see ‘EDID capture’Def Default EDID data for your unitMon The attached DVI monitor’

619.11.3 RGB Source Menu ItemsOnce the Autoset sense setting has been made, this menu item is accessed and activated. The Autoset sense utility will t

629.11.4 CV & YC Source Menu ItemsOf the above Source Menu items, the Autoset sense and Autoset status functions, RGB type and Pixel phase are spe

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63Used to select the image from memory to use as a source for the SIS / TC source currently selected. The Windows Control Panel can be used to upload

64The AES3 outputs are active at all times. If the output is an SDI standard (e.g. NTSC or 720p), then your unit will also embed the audio data into

65In Independent mode, the above diagram would change slightly, to show a second set of 8 outputs (1A and 2B). Both sets of outputs have access to th

66In Dual PIP mode, A, B and Z are all definable (if Lock&Mix is active) – thus 3 audio sources will be mixed together. The mixing is done via ad

67This controls the audio delay that will be present for this audio source.This is a global control that controls the audio delay wherever this audio

68Down/Up (Bottom to Top). ‘Wipe’ also supports: Diagonal and Diamond effect. Wipe Size sets the ‘granularity’ of the ‘Wipe’ effect and so is only sh

69This menu lets you change the assignment of each button on an attached CC-300 unit. If you have multiple CORIO2 units attached to a CC-300, then it

70Enter your network’s gateway IP address into this menu item. Again, if in doubt ask your Network Administrator. In general, the gateway only needs

711. Any changes made to this database take effect instantly and are also stored immediately in non-volatile memory.2. Since this database is used for

72This menu controls the total number of lines of video present in the image which includes the vertical Sync pulse, the blanking period and the activ

11.0 DISCLAIMERThis product is intended for professional and/or home use. This product is not intended for use in a medical environment and does not h

73Like the H/V Start adjustment, you must use an oscilloscope when making these adjustments so that you know exactly how many milliseconds or microsec

74Normally, the user will examine the added features of each new software release and determine if an update is worth doing in their particular operat

75This menu item allows the adjustment of the serial baud rate used for RS-232 communications. The rate can be adjusted to 9600, 19200, 28800, 33600,

76Indicates the total number of times the firmware has been changed over the life of the unit. It is quite possible for this to be more than 1, as a

7710.0 RS232 PORT10.1 ConnectionYour unit is fitted with a standard ‘D9’ plug or socket allowing it to be controlled from a computer or other type of

78

7911.0 RS232 / IP CONTROL SPECIFICATIONPLEASE NOTE: Not all units support RS232 and/or IP (Ethernet) communications – check to see if this feature is

80The ACK flag will be returned as 0 if the command is invalid for some reason – for example a bad FUNCTION, WINDOW, OUTPUT or PAYLOAD value. An ACK=

81Bit 6 = ACK bit. Should be set to 0 for messages to the unit. ACK=1 returned means message was okay. ACK=0 returned means an error was present in

82CS ASCII-hex byte that is the (check) sum of all previous bytes (excluding the SOP 'F' character).E.g. The command F0400410082000001C8 has

21.2 FCC StatementClass A Device: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15

83Preset store 227 Set to 1 to store – automatically resets to 0.Preset erase 228 Set to 1 to erase – automatically resets to 0.Adjust outputsOutput e

842 = 14:9 Letterbox centre3 = 14:9 Letterbox top4 = 16:9 Letterbox centre5 = 16:9 Letterbox top6 = >16:9 Letterbox centre7 = 14:9 Full format8 = 1

85In (top-left H) 21BIn (top-left V) 21DIn (H size) 21CIn (V size) 21EOut (top-left H) 21FOut (top-left V) 221Out (H size) 220Out (V size) 222Aspect c

86E.blnd gamma V 18D 1..150 1=0.01, 150=1.50E.blnd comp cent 198 0..99E.blnd comp side 19D 0..99Logos (on certain models only)Logo enable 12B 0..1 =

87On source loss(was Deglitch)10..5F 0A3 0=Show, 1=Freeze, 2=Blue, 3=Black, 4=RemoveSource stable (read only) 22A 0=Unstable, 1=StableInput pixel phas

882 = Up -> Down3 = Down -> Up4 = Diagonal5 = DiamondWipe Size 146 10..2000Audio Control (S2-106AD Only)Sample frequency 191 0..4 = Bypass, 32,

89Board temp. (deg.C) 0CD Read onlyAir temp. (deg.C) 148 Read onlyRegulators temp.(deg.C) 147 Read onlyPLD temp. (deg.C) 111 Read onlyFan speed (rpm)

90F 04 00 42 00 86 00012C F7 CR F 44 00 42 00 86 00012C 37 CRSet 1A Shrink to 50F 04 00 42 00 87 000032 FE CR F 44 00 42 00 87 000032 3E CRSet 1A Shri

91macroF 84 01 42 00 F3 - BA CR F 44 01 42 00 F3 000086 ?80 CRRead the Data for the first item in the preset / macroPayload is the data for the functi

92Run macro 1F 04 00 42 00 F1 000000 37 CR F 44 00 42 00 F1 000000 77 CRRun macro 2F 04 01 42 00 F1 000000 38 CR F 44 01 42 00 F1 000000 78 CRRun macr