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THANK YOU Thank you for choosing Analog Way. By following these simple steps, you should be able to operate the powerful Eikos (EKS500). TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 5 1-1. EIKOS OPERATING MODES 5 Mixer Mode Matrix Mode Quadravision Mode 1-2. USEFUL TERMS AND DEFINITIONS HARDWARE INSTALLATION 2-1. SAFETY INSTRUCTION 6 7 7 2-2. UNPACKING AND INSPECTION 12 2-3. RACKMOUNT INFORMATION 12 2-4. CABLE & ADAPTOR INFORMATION 12 2-5.
OPERATING THE EIKOS 28 4-1. THE EIKOS FRONT PANEL 28 Overview On/Off button Menu screen Menu scroll knob Control section Layer selection section Input selection section Freeze button Adjustment Toggle Preset Take button Quadravision selection button Effect Selection button Preset Selection button 4-2. THE EIKOS MENU 31 Menu navigation Home menu 4-3.
Creating Presets Working with audio Audio configuration Special Features • B- Settings in Native Matrix Mode 53 Source Input selection Input selection settings Working with Layers Source Output selection Output selection settings Working with Native Matrix Mode Working with Cut, Fade or Transitions Working with PIP Working with Mirror Mode Working with Frames/Logos • C- Settings in Quadravision Mode 58 Working with Templates Working with Presets Creating a Preset Working with Frames/Logos HOME MENU 61
OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEMS 6-1. Axion 2 - Ref. ARC200 78 6-2. Orchestra - Ref. ORC50 79 6-3. TRK-800 - Ref. TRK-800 80 6-4. RK-300 - Ref. RK-300 81 APPLICATION NOTES AND TIPS 82 7-1. ABOUT APPLICATION NOTES 82 7-2. APPLICATION NOTES 82 7-3. EXTERNAL PROGRAMMING 86 WARRANTY AND SERVICES INFORMATION 87 8-1. ANALOG WAY LIMITED WARRANTY 87 8-2.
INTRODUCTION 1-1. THE EIKOS (EKS500) OPERATING MODES Before you start setting up your Eikos for the first time, be sure you know what you actually want to do with it. The Eikos offers a choice of three operating modes, which results in a versatile video production tool for live event staging and fixed installation applications. * NOTE * : We recommend resetting the device to its default values every time you set up your shows or events (see the “Operating The Eikos” chapter, p28).
1-2. USEFUL TERMS AND DEFINITIONS BACKGROUND: a “Background” is a source, typically originating from a computer. Eikos enables you to work with live or still (frame) background sources - visually in back of all other sources. LAYER: a “Layer” is an image display element (such as a PIP window, Key, Logo(s) or Background) that has an associated visual priority — either in front (or in back) of another layer.
HARDWARE INSTALLATION 2-1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: All of the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated and should be maintained for further reference. Please follow all of the warnings on this product and its operating instructions. • WARNING: To prevent the risk of electric shock and fire, do not expose this device to rain, humidity, intense heat sources (such as heaters and direct sunlight).
INSTRUCTIONS DE SECURITE Afin de mieux comprendre le fonctionnement de cet appareil nous vous conseillons de bien lire toutes les consignes de sécurité et de fonctionnement de l’appareil avant utilisation. Conservez les instructions de sécurité et de fonctionnement afin de pouvoir les consulter ultérieurement. Respectez toutes les consignes marquées dans la documentation, sur le produit et sur ce document.
INSTRUZIONI DI SECUREZZA Allo scopo di capire meglio il funzionamento di questa apparecchiatura vi consigliamo di leggere bene tutti i consigli di sicurezza e di funzionamento prima dell’utilizzo. Conservare le istruzioni di sicurezza e di funzionamento al fine di poterle consultare ulteriormente. Seguire tutti i consigli indicati su questo manuale e sull’apparecchiatura.
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INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD Para comprender mejor el funcionamiento de este aparato, le recomendamos que le acuidadosamente todas las consignas de seguridad y de funcionamiento del aparato antes de usarlo. Conserve las instrucciones de seguridad y de funcionamiento para que pueda consultarlas posteriormente. Respete todas las consignas indicadas en la documentación, relacionadas con el producto y este documento.
2-2. UNPACKING AND INSPECTION 1 x Eikos (EKS500) 1 x Power supply cord. 2 x DVI male to HD15 female and DVI-D female Breakout Cable 1 x HD15-M to 5 BNC-F cable 1 x Ethernet cross cable (for device update) 1 x Set of 11 audio 5 pin screw terminals 1 x RCS - Remote Control Software (PC only) * 4 x Screws for handle removal (M4x12mm) 1 x User manual 1 x Quick Start guide WARNING ! If required, front handles of the device can be dismantled, but with caution.
2-5. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS Description of the input formats supported by the device. • SDTV Standard Size Frame Frequency Line Frequency NTSC 525/480i 59.94Hz / 60Hz 15.735 KHz PAL 625/576i 50Hz 15.625 KHz SECAM 625/576i 50Hz 15.625 KHz Standard Size Frame Frequency Line Frequency 480p 525/480i 59.94Hz / 60Hz 31.47 KHz 576p 625/576i 50Hz 31.25 KHz Standard Size Frame Frequency Standard 720p 1280x720 50Hz / 59.94Hz / 60Hz SMPTE 296M 1035i 1920x1035 59.
• COMPUTER FORMATS The Eikos recognizes the following computer formats (Subsampled formats will be displayed with a degraded quality. For a pixel clock > 165 MHz).
Input specifications • ANALOG COMPUTER Connectors: Inputs #1 to #4: female HD15. Inputs #5 & #6: female DVI-I (analog pins). Line frequency: Up to 130 kHz (165 MHz Max pixel rate). Resolution: Up to 1600x1200 @ 165Mhz, 1920x1200px (RB, Max V size: 1200px, Max H size 2048px). Sync. types: RGBHV, RGB/S, RGsB (Sync On Green). Levels: R, G, B = 0.7 Vp/p. H & V Sync = TTL. Composite Sync = TTL and 0.3 V (negative). SOG (Sync On Green) = 0.3 V. Impedance: R, G, B = 75 ohms.
• S.VIDEO Connectors: Standard: Levels: Impedance: Inputs #1 to #4: female HD15. Inputs #5 & #6: female DVI-I (analog pins). PAL/SECAM: 15.625 kHz - 50 Hz - 625 lines. NTSC (3.58 - 4.43 MHz): 15.734 kHz / 60 Hz / 525 lines. Y = 1 Vp/p (0.7 V Luma + 0.3 V Sync.). C = 0.3 Vp/p (Chroma Burst). 75 ohms. or • COMPOSITE VIDEO Connectors: Inputs #1 to #4: female HD15. Inputs #5 & #6: female DVI-I (analog pins). RCA.Standard: PAL / SECAM: 15.625 kHz - 50 Hz - 625 lines. NTSC (3.58 - 4.
AUDIO SETTINGS Settings Availability GAIN YES: from - Balanced Audio YES: Left and Right • Connector: ∞ to + 18dB Balanced or unbalanced mono/stereo inputs (all pin MCO male connector). 8 audio stereo inputs + 1 auxiliary. (all balanced / unbalanced). Vi = +15dBV max. Zi = 40Kohms (Balanced).
• DVI (Digital Video Interface) OUTPUTS Connector: Outputs #1 (Main) & #2 (Preview): female DVI-I (digital pins). Signal: Digital Visual Interface (DVI)-TMDS single link.
• VIDEO OUT Connector: 1x BNC-F: 3G/HD-SD-SDI (with audio embedded) 3x BNC-F: Y_Cb_Cr. 1x Mini Din 4: S. Video. 1x BNC-F: Composition video PAL/NTSC. Impedance: 75 ohms. Formats: 720p @ 50 / 59.94 & 60 Hz. 1035i @ 59.94 & 60 Hz. 1080i @ 50 / 59.94 & 60 Hz. 1080p @ 23.97 / 24 / 25 / 29.97 / 30 / 50 & 60 Hz. Data rate: 270Mbps serial digital - SMPTE 259M-C. 1.54 Gbps serial digital - SMPTE 292M-A. 2.97 Gbps serial digital - SMPTE 425M-A.
Environmental specifications Dimensions: W 480 x D 330 x H 88 mm 19”W x 13”D x 3.50”H Weight: 5.4 kg / 11.90 lbs (Compatible with a Standard 19” rack, Height = 2 U) Cooling air flow from right side to left side. Max ambient operating temperature: < 40°C (< 104°F).
Pin outs • VGA STANDARD VGA 1- Red 2- Green 3- Blue 4- ID Bit 2 5- Test (Gnd) 6- Red Return 7- Green Return 8- Blue Return 9- No Pin 10- Sync Return • DIGITAL VISUAL INTERFACE DVI Pin 1- TMDS Data 27- DDC Data 2- TMDS Data 2+ 8- Analog Vertical Sync 3- TMDS Data 2 Shield 9- TMDS Data 1- 4- Not used 10- TMDS Data 1+ 5- Not used 11- TMDS Data 1 Shield 6- DDC Clock 12- Not used 11- ID Bit 0 12- ID Bit 1 13- H Sync 14- V Sync 15- ID Bit 3 13- Not used 14- +5V (Pow
HDCP compliance If you want to use HDCP content from your sources, be sure pluging HDCP compliant screens or projectors. If it’s not the case, the output image could be disabled. When displaying HDCP protected sources on non HDCP compliant equipment, the following message will be displayed on the device VFD screen: “Due to HDCP content, non HDCP screens cannot display protected sources” Screen will go to black without displaying the HDCP input image, or partially layer out non HDCP content.
CONNECTING THE EIKOS 3-1. CONNECTING THE EIKOS The Eikos can be set up with up to 12 different sources, and will drive up to 2 digital DVI-D sources, 2 3G/ SD-SDI sources and 8 analog computer/video sources simultaneously. The versatility of the Eikos will allow for almost any event configuration and cater for all your projection needs. The intuitive rear panel of the Eikos will let you set up for the first time quickly and easily. Here is an example of a typical Eikos setup.
3-2. THE EIKOS REAR PANEL Overview The Eikos rear panel is equipped with 11 universal digital and analog inputs. Inputs #1 through #4 (3) are universal analog inputs. Inputs #5 & #6 share a DVI-D signal and a universal analog signal (plug the included Analog Way DVI/HD15 adaptor cable to use DVI-D and analog signals simultaneously).
Inputs #1 to #6 UNIVERSAL COMPUTER & VIDEO INPUTS: Universal Inputs accept computer sources (RGBHV, RGBS, and RGsB (SOG) signals), standard TV/VIDEO sources (Composite video, S.VIDEO), Component video (YUV, RGBS & RGsB (SOG)), and HDTV sources (480p, 720p & 1080i). HD15: 1x Universal Analog input on female HD15 connector.
COMPUTER SOURCES: The device accepts the following computer signals: RGBHV, RGB/S and RGsB on inputs #1 to #6. RGBS VIDEO SOURCES: This signal is widely used in broadcasting and is available on European DVD player. The RGB/S signal is transmitted with 4 coaxial cables, and also has a better picture quality than COMPOSITE and S.VIDEO signals. The RGB/S connectors are usually BNC connectors for Broadcasting equipment, and SCART connector for DVD players.
Main Outputs MAIN OUTPUT: ANALOG: 1x analog output for the main display device on female HD15 connector. DIGITAL/ANALOG: 1x main output on female DVI-I connector (simultaneous analog and digital). VIDEO OUTPUT: Video Output card provides SD or HDTV formats in various signals and connectors from Composite Video to 3G/HD-SDI.
OPERATING THE EIKOS 4-1. THE EIKOS FRONT PANEL Overview The highly intuitive front panel of the Eikos was designed by Analog Way engineers to simply and quickly meet all of your event needs. Within minutes, you will be able to enjoy its full potential and easily parameter most of its functions, without having to be an expert audio-visual engineer, leaving room for what is most important to our users: concentrating on their event.
On/Off button The STANDBY button allows users to put the Eikos into sleep mode, and startup again. The STANDBY button does not replace the ON/ OFF switch at the rear of the unit, and is implemented essentially for ease-of-use in rackmount situations. --> Hold for 3 seconds for stand-by mode Menu screen The Menu Screen of the Eikos is the visual interface to your Eikos menu.
Input selection section The Input Selection section allows to select which input (#1 to #12) to display in a selected layer. Select one of 12 simultaneous inputs, (6 analog inputs, 2 DVI-D inputs, 4 3G/HD/SD-SDI inputs) by simply pressing one of the Input buttons. ! The BLACK button allows users to remove layer content on screen.
4-2. THE EIKOS MENU Menu navigation To access the Eikos menu, press the EXIT/MENU button in the control section (4). To highlight items in the menu which will appear on the VFD screen (2), turn the scroll knob (3) left or right to the desired menu item. When you have reached the desired menu item, press the ENTER button in the control section (4) to access that menu function. Pressing the ENTER button when a selection has been made sets the value to that selection in the Eikos memory.
4-3. WORKING WITH THE EIKOS Operating modes The Eikos offers 3 modes to work from: the Mixer Mode, which is the Eikos default mode, the Matrix Mode, which turns your Eikos into a true 12 x 2 scaled matrix with numerous effects and PIPs and logos, and Quadravision Mode which displays 4 layers. * NOTE * : In Mixer Mode, the Eikos will only let you work on your preview screen (direct access to main screen is locked).
Eikos color codes Analog Way engineers have developed a handy, user friendly way of identifying machine status on the front panel, via the use of color codes on the buttons of the machine. All new Analog Way machines use the same codes, for quick recognition of the status of any device of the range, at any given time.
A- SETTINGS IN MIXER MODE Source Input selection Plug your sources thanks to the 6 universal inputs, 2 DVI-I Inputs or 4 3G/HD/SD-SDI inputs. Don’t forget that the 2 DVI-I inputs can be used with DVI-D computer sources (DVI#1 & DVI#2) but also with a DVI-A adaptor for analog sources too (source #5 & #6) shipped with your unit. Be sure that all connectors are firmly attached using all available locking screws.
Input Sync. Loss Function Allows to display a frame or a source in case of sync loss of the selected input. To set up the Sync. Loss function: Menu → Control → Sync. Loss → Press Input# or Enabled The selected input must be activated to be for being visible in case of sync loss. Source output selection Once your inputs all have been configured, the output settings of the Eikos must be set according to the machines plugged on your Eikos main and preview outputs (video projector, preview monitor...).
Preview Features The Preview output can display all adjustments before the Take. All current layers for the Main are defined by a colorful frame on Preview. They are identified by a letter and a number with the same color.
How to use the Mosaic Preview feature The Mosaic Preview displays all inputs on one screen with live information about the input status. There are 3 lines of 4 pictures.
Working with Layers To attach a source to a layer, press the Layer button, press the Source# you want to attach. Ex: Background Live → Source #4 The source number 4 will be displayed in the Background live. Press Take to view the result on the Main screen. To delete a Layer from the Preview screen: Press Layers # → Press Black button Press Take to view the result on the Main screen. To delete every Layers on your Preview screen: Hold the Black button briefly Press Take to view the result on the Main screen.
Even the Logo and Frame buttons can access to their own settings, but a source # has to be affected too.
PIP adjustment menu To have access to the PIP adjustment menu, a source has to be affected to your PIP: Press PIP# button → Press source # Once a source is attached to PIP, you can have access to the PIP adjustment Menu: Press PIP # button Press Take to view the result on the main screen. To adjust PIPs, there is a shortcut on a front panel too: Press PIP# button → Press Pos/size/zoom button PIP configuration All the settings and shortcuts available for layers are available for PIPs.
The Eikos offers 33 seamless transition effects including 31 options, in addition to a dissolve (fade) and a cut effect.
A B A A B A B B STRETCH DOWN HARD STRETCH RIGHT HARD STRETCH UP HARD A B A STRETCH LEFT HARD B B A B B STRETCH CENTER IN HARD STRETCH CURTAIN IN HARD STRETCH CENTER OUT HARD AB CUT A B A A B A SLIDE UP HARD A SLIDE RIGHT HARD B SLIDE ANGLE TOP LEFT CORNER HARD SLIDE LEFT HARD B B 42 A B SLIDE DOWN HARD B FADE SLIDE ANGLE TOP RIGHT CORNER HARD A SLIDE ANGLE BOTTOM LEFT CORNER HARD A B SLIDE ANGLE BOTTOM RIGHT CORNER HARD
Border: The border has to be setting up in the Layer Menu: Press PIP# button → go in border menu → select and set your border with colour and size Press Take to view the result on the main screen.
Working with Frames It is possible to store up to 8 frames in the Eikos non volatile memory. Frames are mainly used as backgrounds in a typical show or event setup, and can be recorded from any of the Eikos’ 12 sources and called back at the press of a single button. To use a frame, be sure first that it is well saved, then: Press Background frame button → Press Frame # button * NOTE * : F rames may be used only one at a time and can be placed only in the background Frame layer.
Frame input setup menu In the frame input setup menu, you have the possibility to save a frame, and the possibility to erase a stored frame: Logos/Frames menu → save Frame → Frame # Logos/Frames menu → Erase → Frame # Frames as Layer The background frame is considered as a layer and has some settings available: Transparency, Opening/Closing effect, Smooth move and Status. Those settings have to be used as Layer settings. Press background frame button to have access to the Layer menu settings.
Capturing Logos To capture a Logo, display the exact content you want to save on the main screen, you can use the freeze button if you want. Then follow these steps: Logos/Frames menu → Record Logo menu → Set up your logo →Store menu → logo# To set up your logo you have several features available: - Position / Size Adjustment Keying type Luma / Chroma key Cut out color. Select the logo number you want to save and wait until the unit finish saving.
Capturing an animated Logo To capture animated Logo, display the exact content you want to save on the main screen, you can use the freeze button. Then follow this step: Logos/Frames menu → Record Anim menu → Set up your Anim →Store menu → logo# To set up your animation, you have several features available: - Position / Size Adjustment Keying type Luma / Chroma key Recording time Cut out color Select the animated logo #8 and wait until the unit finishes saving.
Working with Logos A simple or animated Logo can be manipulated through the front panel. On the front panel, the logo# are associated to the input# respectively. To assign a logo# to the logo layer: Press Logo1 Layer button → Press Input# Logos #1 to #6 are available directly by the input # button on the front panel.
Audio configuration To configure audio settings of the Eikos, plug all audio inputs into the device, and navigate to the Audio menu. 1. Choose the Audio mode, Break Away or Top Layer Follow, which you wish the audio to work in. * NOTE * : t he Break Away mode will route the selected audio source, while the Top Layer Follow mode will route audio from the topmost active layer of the Eikos. 2.
Transparent Background - Transparent Background allows you to remove the black band on sources in the background live layer in order to display behind a background frame or background color. Background Frame Image Live Smooth Move effect - Smooth Move PIP control the acceleration of the PIP. The time can be different between the opening and closing PIP.
Working with DSK (Chroma / Luma key) - Eikos allows to use a live source with green or blue (or any color) background and to key it over another live input. - Background is removed and replaced by another source. - Title can be keyed (DSK) on Analog or Digital Sources. => + To use Keying, first select a source in the desired layer: Layer button -> source number button Then in the main menu, select the Keying/Titling menu. You now have several choices to key your sources.
For Chroma Key: Chroma Keying is used to key from a particular color. It produces a soft-edged key which is most suitable for moving images and “weatherman” style applications. Color grabber: Select Chroma Key menu -> Select Color grabber menu Using a crosshair, you can select a particular hue based on what is on screen. Once you have adjusted the crosshairs to a desired position, press set/enter to capture the color value at that instant.
B- SETTINGS IN NATIVE MATRIX MODE Source Input selection Same as MIXER Mode. Input selection settings Same as MIXER Mode. Working with Layers Same as MIXER Mode.
Output selection settings To set up the outputs, go in the Output #1 or Output #2 menu and choose first the appropriate format/resolution and then the adapted rate for your screens by using the knob button and the Enter button. Output# → Output Format → Output rate You can also in the Output #2 menu, synchronise all the changes from the Output #1 to the Output #2 by checking the case Synch w/Out 1. It allows you to set up both outputs at the same time.
Working with Native Matrix Mode To activate the Native Matrix Mode: Mode Menu → Matrix Mode Menu You’ll find all menus from the Mixer Mode in the main menu except some specific matrix function added. To work with Native Matrix Mode, you have to use the Matrix # buttons first.
Working with Mirror Modes The Mirror Matrix Mode is a specific Matrix Mode where the output #2 will be the perfect mirror copy of the output #1. In that way, each settings apply to output #1 will be performed on the output #2 too. Mode Menu → Matrix Mode Menu To use the Mirror mode, just perform your setting and operation from the Matrix output #1. Nevertheless, you can do manipulation on the output #2 at any time.
* NOTE *: Remember that to simplify the use of this feature, you need to manipulate the Output #1. While in Mirror Mode, the Output #2 will follow the desired steps. * NOTE *: E very change on the Output #2 will have an effect only on the Output #2, but remember that if a change occurs on the Output #1 after that, the Output #2 will update automatically to match output 1 (in Mode 2/3/4). Working with Frames/Logos The Frame/Logo can be memorized from Output #1 or #2.
C- SETTINGS IN QUADRAVISION MODE The Quadravision Mode allows to display up to 4 live sources on a screen. The preview will display just the edge of each PIP to know the position, size and the source attached. Choose Quadravision Mode in the Mode Menu, then choose your first template. W1 W2 W 2 in the 1 To use windows, first attach your source to the desired Wwindow, you have to use the windows button quadravision field. Press W# button → Press input # Press Take to apply the change on the main screen.
W1 W2 W2 W1 W3 W4 W3 W4 Split Screen W2 1 x Left + 3 x Right W W 11 W1 W3 W4 W2 3 x Left + 1 x Right W4 1 x Top + 3 x Bottom W2 W1 W1 W3 W2 W W 11 W3 W2 W3 W3 W4 Split 3V Split 3H W1 W1 W2 W2 Split 2H Split 2V 59
Working with Presets Presets are useful to recall all layers/windows settings pressing just one button. In presets, you’ll save position, size, transparency, source attached, etc... (Layers settings). The source settings as colours, zoom, etc... are not saved into a preset. You can recall a preset at any time. It will be displayed on your preview in order to check the content before taking it on the main screen. Creating a Preset Presets are the copy of a configuration.
HOME MENU MIXER MODE MATRIX MODE [MAIN] [OUT 1] QUADRAVISION MODE [MAIN] Format : 1920 x 1080 Rate : 50Hz Lock : internal Format : 1920 x 1080 Rate : 50Hz Lock : internal Format : 1920 x 1080 Rate : 50Hz Lock : internal MAIN PREVIEW ---------+----------------+------------Logo2 | Logo #1 | Logo #8 Logo1 | Logo #1 | Logo #7 Pip2 | SDI 1 | SDI 4 Pip1 | DVI 1 | DVI 2 Live | Input 1 | Input 8 Frame | Frame 1 | Frame 8 | OUT 1 | OUT 2 ---------+--------------+---------Logo1 | Logo #1 | Logo #8 Live | In
MODE Mixer Mode Matrix Mode Quadravision Mode INPUT Config status Autoset all Synchronized Win1 fullscreen Win2 fullscreen Win3 fullscreen Win4 fullscreen Split Screen 1x Left + 3x Right 3x Left + 1x Right 1x Top + 1x Bottom Split 2 H Split 2 V Split 3 H Split 3 V (i1) displayed when plug is not SDI (i2) displayed when type is analog video (i3) displayed when plug is analog (i4) displayed for input ln1, ln2, DVI1 & DVI2 Analog Group 1 Analog Group 2 Analog Group 3 Input 1 Analog Input 2 Analog Input
Edit EDID EDID (i4) Format Status MAIN OUT (A1) OUTPUT 1 (A2) PREVIEW OUT (A1) OUTPUT 2 (A2) Sync w/OUT 1 (o1) Output status (A1) displayed in Mixer & Quadravision Mode (A2) displayed in Matrix Mode Output format Output rate Out Sync Polarity HDTV 720p HDTV 1035i HDTV 1080i HDTV 1080p HDTV 1080sF 640x480 800x600 848x480 1024x768 1280x720 1280x768 1280x800 1280x1024 1360x768 1366x800 1400x1050 1440x900 1600x1200 1680x1050 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1200 2048x1080
VIDEO OUT Test Pattern Main Preview Connection Output 1 Output 2 Output Tiled Horizontally Output Tiled Vertically Output status Output format Output rate Adjust Gamma OFF V Grey scale H Grey scale V Color bar H Color bar Grid SMPTE Burst (o3) Centering (o1) available in near future (o2) according to output format SDTV PAL SDTV NTSC EDTV 480p EDTV 576p HDTV 720p HDTV 1035i HDTV 1080i HDTV 1080p HDTV 1080 sF 23.97 Hz (o2) 24 Hz (o2) 25 Hz (o2) 29.97 Hz (o2) 30 Hz (o2) 50 Hz (o2) 59.
Save Preset Load Preset PREDEFINED LAYOUTS (A5) MOSAIC MODE (A6) Save from Main Preview Save to Memory 1 Memory 2 Memory 3 Memory 4 Memory 5 Memory 6 Memory 7 Memory 8 Save from Main Preview Save to Memory 1 Memory 2 Memory 3 Memory 4 Memory 5 Memory 6 Memory 7 Memory 8 Win1 fullscreen Win2 fullscreen Win3 fullscreen Win4 fullscreen Split screen 1xLeft + 3xRight 3xLeft + 1xRight 1xTop + 3xBottom Split 2 H Split 2 V Split 3 H Split 3 V (A5) displayed on Quadravision mode Refresh current (A6) d
KEYING/TITLING Type Lumakey (t1) Chromakey (t2) None Lumakey Chromakey Lumakey+Titling Chromakey+Titling (t1) only displayed for Type = Luma Key or LumaKey+Titling (t2) only displayed for Type = Chroma Key or ChromaKey+Titling (t3) only displayed for Type = LumaKey +Titling or ChromaKey+Titling (t4) only displayed for Type = different from Level Black Level White Color grabber H position V position Tolerance Level Black Level White Manual setting Red key Green key Blue key Tolerance Level Black Leve
Closing effect Type Direction Smooth Move H Flip Cut Clean Cut Fade Slide Wipe Circle Stretch (b3) Left to Right (b4) Right to Left (b4) Bottom to Top (b4) Top to Bottom (b4) Vertical to Center (b5) Horizontal to Center (b5) HV to Center (b6) To Bottom Left Corner (b7) To Bottom Right Corner (b7) To Top Left Corner (b7) To Top Right Corner (b7) Effect duration V Flip Status LOGOS/FRAMES Capture source Main Preview Record Frames Frame 1 Frame 2 (Empty) (lf1) Frame 3 Frame 4 Frame 5 (Empty) (lf1)
AUDIO Mode Source settings Aux.
CONTROL Versions Vers.: 4.10 l1=xxxx l2=xxxx l3=xxxx l4=xxxx 0=xxxx MM K=xxxx MF K=xxxx CA V=xxxx FA V=xxxx TH V=xxxx CS V=xxxx (L1) UDP only (L2) Confirmation asked (L3) Only for User 1 & User 2 (L4) Visible if Sync. Loss is activated RS232/LAN LAN setup RS232 LAN TCP UDP HDCP Summary Sync. loss Auto Lock Auto TAKE Preset Toggle DVI1 In : Idle DVI2 In : Idle DVI1 Out : Idle DVI2 Out : Idle Device address... Remote address (L1) Gateway address... Device port... Remote port (L1) Netmask...
REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE 5-1. THE EIKOS RCS RCS presentation The RCS will give you a powerful tool to exploit all the features of your Eikos at distance. By LAN, or RS-232, you will be able to do exactly the same manipulation as you could do from the front panel. User-Friendly and easy-to-use, you will take the hand quickly with it. How to use the RCS ? You have to install the software on a Computer and have a LAN board or RS232 link to use the RCS.
Software overview The RCS software for your Eikos is composed of several easily identified sections. The tabs menu (1) allows you to navigate through the equivalent of the Eikos front panel menu items (see also “The Eikos Menu” p.31). The green window of the RCS (2) represents your Preview window, and can be used to parameter sources, frames, layers and logos directly by clicking on the corresponding button, then navigating through the different available tabs.
Serial connection 1. Connect a RS-232 cable between the Eikos and your PC, then power on your devices. 2. Click on the RCS program file on your PC to run the software. 3. Click on the “Connections” tab and select RS-232 as the connection type. In the drop-down menu, select the COM port number corresponding to the connected device (default is Port 1). 4. Click apply, and wait for devices to synchronize. The RCS will display the following connection message : “Device Connected”. 5.
5-2. WORKING WITH THE RCS Operating Mode To choose the operating mode you want your Eikos to work in, simply click the “Mode” tab, then select the desired mode by clicking on one of the two mode buttons (Mixer or Sync Matrix). * NOTE * : for further details on different modes, restrictions and settings, please refer to the “Working with the Eikos” chapter, p.32, and the “Home Menu” chapter p.61.
Working with PIPs The Eikos allows users to manipulate 2 PIPs (Picture In Picture) which you can move, size, crop or zoom, apply transparency or transitions to. PIP configuration 1. Click on the Image tab of the RCS interface. The empty Image screen will appear on screen. 2. By clicking on the drop-down menu in the Preview section, situated next to the layer you wish to use as a PIP, you will access the image parameters of the PIP source you select (#1 to #12) 3.
Memorizing Frames in the Eikos 1. In the Input Selection section, click on the source button (#1 to #12) of the source you wish to record as a frame. 2. Click on the Logos/Frames tab of the RCS interface. Then click on the Record Frame button. 3. Click on the field next to the first free Frame to select it. 4. Click on the Execute button. Working with Logos It is possible to store up to 8 logos in the Eikos non volatile memory.
Layer transitions & effects The Eikos offers a wide variety of transitions between the scenes you create for your shows and events. It allows for live recall of 4 user presets, each of which you can edit at any given time. 1. In the Layer Selection section, click on the PIP1 button. On your Preview screen, PIP1 will appear as a color rectangle. The parameters of the layer will automatically appear in the RCS Preview section. 2.
Working with Presets The four Eikos user presets can be called back at any stage during your show or event. 1. Click on one of the four available Preset buttons to choose which memory you wish to use. Select Load to Preview from the dropdown menu, your preset will appear on the Preview screen. 2. Once you have selected your preset, simply click on the Take button to view the result on your Main screen.
OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEMS 6-1. Axion2 Analog Way engineers have designed several remote controllers specifically made for easy control of the Di-VentiX II, Eikos, Eikos LE, OPS 300, OPS 200, Pulse, Pulse LE, Smart Vu and Smart Vu LE, Smart MatriX, Smart MatriX LE, Smart Edge, Smart Edge FX and Smart Quad. Axion2: The Axion2 is an ergonomic and reliable remote controller for rental & staging/multi-venues at an optimal price/performance ratio.
6-2. ORCHESTRA Analog Way engineers have designed several remote controllers specifically made for easy control of the DiVentiX II, Eikos, Eikos LE, OPS300, OPS200, Pulse, Pulse LE, SmartVu and SmartVu LE, Smart MatriX, Smart MatriX LE, Smart Edge, Smart Edge FX and Smart Quad. Orchestra: The Orchestra is an ergonomic and reliable remote controller for rental & staging/multivenues at an optimal price/performance ratio.
6-3. TRK-800 Analog Way engineers have designed several remote controllers specifically made for control of the Eikos, Eikos LE, OPS300, OPS200, Pulse, Pulse LE, SmartVu and SmartVu LE, Smart MatriX, Smart MtriX LE, Smart Edge, Smart Edge FX and Smart Quad. TRK-800: Triple Remote Keypad designed to control up to 3 units.
6-4. RK-300 Analog Way engineers have designed several remote controllers specifically made for easy control of the Eikos, Eikos LE, OPS300, OPS200, Pulse, Pulse LE, SmartVu and SmartVu LE, Smart MatriX, Smart MatriX LE, Smart Edge, Smart Edge FX and Smart Quad.
EXAMPLES AND TIPS 7-1. ABOUT EXAMPLES Examples are intended to make the use of the Eikos as easy as possible, by providing visual help in setting up your equipment. In an effort to make the use of our machines the most pleasant experience possible, the Analog Way team is constantly aiming to create easy to follow examples, update information, and furnish our website with useful user information. Please check on www.analogway.com. 7-2. EXAMPLES Please see following page for Examples.
Example #1 1 Projector and 1 EKS500 in Mixer Seamless Switcher Mode Live Background with 2 PIPs and 2 Logos 83
Example #2 1 Projector and 1 EKS500 in Mixer Seamless Switcher Mode Still Background with 3 PIPs, 2 Logos and Mosaic Preview 84
Example #3 2 Projectors and 1 EKS500 in Native Matrix Mode 85
7-3. EXTERNAL PROGRAMMING If you need to use your own Software Control program from a PC or automation, the device allows communication through an ASCII code protocol. All commands can be found on the CD-Rom shipped with the Eikos in the “External Programming” file. Information can also be found in the “Programmer’s Guide” on certain media or documentation (website, CD-Rom,...). All Analog Way products equipped with a RS-232 input are compatible with Crestron, AMX, Medialon, and most major control systems.
WARRANTY 8-1. ANALOG WAY LIMITED WARRANTY All Analog Way products have a 3 year warranty on parts and labor, back to factory. This warranty does not include faults resulting from user negligence, special modifications, electrical surges, abuse (drop/crush), and/or other unusual damage. 8-2. SERVICES AND RMA In the unlikely event that a product is required to return for repair, please call the regional Maintenance center / Customer Service, and ask to receive a Return Material Authorization number (RMA).
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Version: 4.10 - 05/02/2013 Code: 140118 Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice The illustrations and screens described in this manual may be exaggerated or simplified for easy recognition and may be slightly different from the actual unit.
