USER MANUAL version 4.
THANK YOU Thank you for choosing Analog Way. By following these simple steps, you will be able to operate the powerful OPS300. TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION 4 1-1. OPS300 OPERATING MODES 4 Mixer Mode Matrix Mode 1-2. USEFUL TERMS AND DEFINITIONS HARDWARE INSTALLATION 5 6 2-1. SAFETY INSTRUCTION 6 2-2. UNPACKING AND INSPECTION 11 2-3. RACKMOUNT INFORMATION 11 2-4. CABLE & ADAPTOR INFORMATION 11 2-5.
OPERATING THE OPS300 4-1. THE OPS300 FRONT PANEL 25 25 Overview On/Off button Menu screen Menu scroll knob Control section Layer selection section Take button Input selection section Freeze button Audio-Video input 8 T-Bar Effect selection button Preset selection button 4-2. THE OPS300 MENU 28 Menu navigation Home menu 4-3.
-2. WORKING WITH THE RCS 64 Operating Mode Source input configuration Source output configuration Working with PIPs PIP Configuration Working with Frames Memorizing Frames Working with Logos Memorizing Logos Layer transitions & effects Creating Presets Working with Presets Working with Audio Audio configuration OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEMS 6-1. Axion2 - Ref. ARC200 70 70 6-2. Orchestra - Ref. ORC50 6-3. TRK-800 - Ref. TRK-800 71 6-4. RK-300 - Ref. RK-300 EXAMPLES AND TIPS 72 7-1.
INTRODUCTION 1-1. THE OPS300 OPERATING MODES Before you start setting up your OPS300 for the first time, be sure you know what you actually want to do with it. The OPS300 offers a choice of two 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 OPS300” chapter, p25).
1-2. USEFUL TERMS AND DEFINITIONS BACKGROUND: a Background is a source, typically originating from a computer. OPS300 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 INSTRUCTION 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 the warnings regarding 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.
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2-2. UNPACKING AND INSPECTION 1 x OPS300 1 x Power supply cord 2 x DVI male to HD15 female and DVI female cable 1 x HD15 to 5 BNC cable 1 x Ethernet cross cable (for device update) 1 x DB9 to 4 BNC cable + mini-Din 4 (video out) 1 x Set of 3 audio 10 pin screw terminals 1 x RCS - Remote Control Software * 1 x User Manual (PDF version) * 1 x Quick Start Guide (PDF version) * WARNING ! If required, front handles of the device can be dismantled, but with caution.
2-5. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS Input specifications • ANALOG COMPUTER: Connectors: Inputs #1 to #5: female HD15. Inputs #6 & #7: female DVI-I (analog pins). Input #8: female HD15. Line frequency: Resolution: Sync. types: Levels: Impedance: Up to 130 kHz (165 MHz Max pixel rate). Up to 1600x1200 @ 165Mhz, 1920x1200px (RB, Max V size: 1200px, Max H size 2048px). RGBHV, RGB/S, RGsB (Sync On Green). R, G, B = 0.7 Vp/p. H & V Sync = TTL Composite Sync = TTL and 0.
• S.VIDEO: Connectors: Standard: Levels: Impedance: Inputs #1 to #5: female HD15. Inputs #6 & #7: female DVI-I (analog pins). Input #8: female HD15 + 4-pin MiniDin. PAL/SECAM: 15.625 kHz - 50Hz - 625 lines. NTSC (3.58 - 4.43 MHz): 15.734 kHz/60Hz/525 lines. Y = 1 Vp/p (0.7 V Luma + 0.3 V Sync.). C = 0.3 Vp/p (Chroma Burst). 75 ohms. • COMPOSITE VIDEO: Connectors: Inputs #1 to #5: female HD15. Inputs #6 & #7: female DVI-I (analog pins). Input #8: female HD15 + RCA.
Input #6 DVI 1 DVI 2 GROUND(S) LEFT RIGHT LEFT RIGHT GROUND(S) LEFT RIGHT HDTV Resolutions: Ratio Available Refresh Rates 720p 16 : 9 50Hz 59.94Hz 60Hz 1035i 16 : 10 59.94Hz 60Hz 1080i 16 : 9 50Hz 59.94Hz 60Hz 1080p 16 : 9 30 Hz 50Hz 59.
• DVI (Digital Video Interface) OUTPUTS Connector: Outputs #1 (Main) & #2 (Preview): female DVI-I (digital pins). Signal: Digital Visual Interface (DVI)-TMDS single link. HDTV Resolutions: Format Ratio Available Refresh Rates 720p 16 : 9 50Hz 59.94Hz 60Hz 1035i 16 : 10 59.94Hz 60Hz 1080i 16 : 9 50Hz 59.94Hz 60Hz 1080p 16 : 9 30 Hz 50Hz 59.
The video output generates a SDI signal in which is embedded only one stereo audio stream. Settings Availability Gain Yes: from -∞ to +18dB Balanced Audio Left and Right Auxiliary Input Mixing Yes Adjusting Audio Delay Yes: from 0 to 80ms (Automatic or Manual) • VIDEO OUT Connector: SD-SDI: Formats: Data rate : Impedance: HD-SDI: Formats: 1 x female BNC Female BNC. SMPTE 259M-C. 270 Mbps serial digital. 75 ohms. Female BNC. 720p @ 50, 59.94 & 60 Hz. 1035i @ 59.
Environmental specifications Dimensions: W 482 x D 330 x H 88 mm 19”W x 13”D x 3.50”H Weight: 5 kg / 11 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).
Pinouts • 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 (Powe
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” Your screen will go to black without displaying the HDCP input image, or partially layer out non HDCP content.
CONNECTING THE OPS300 3-1. CONNECTING THE OPS300 The OPS300 can be set up with up to 12 different sources, and will drive up to 2 digital DVI-D sources, 2 SDSDI sources and 8 analog computer/video sources simultaneously. The versatility of the OPS300 will allow for almost any event configuration and cater for all your projection needs. The intuitive rear panel of the OPS300 will let you set up for the first time quickly and easily. Here is an example of a typical OPS300 setup.
3-2. THE OPS300 REAR PANEL Overview The OPS300 rear panel is equipped with 11 universal digital and analog inputs. Inputs #1 through #5 (3) are universal analog inputs. Inputs #6 & #7 share a DVI-D signal and a universal analog signal (plug the shipped Analog Way DVI/HD15 adaptor cable to use DVI-D and analog signals simultaneously).
Inputs #1 to #8 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: 1 x Universal Analog input on female HD15 connector. R G B S RGBS Source COMPUTER SOURCES: The device accepts the following computer signals: RGBHV, RGB/S, and RGsB on inputs #1 to #8.
COMPONENT VIDEO SOURCES: The Component Video signal, also called YUV (Y, Pr, Pb) or BETACAM™ is widely used in broadcasting and is available on high-quality DVD players. The COMPONENT signal is transmitted with 3 coaxial cables, and also has a better quality picture than COMPOSITE and S.VIDEO signals. The COMPONENT connectors are usually RCA (x3), or BNC (x3).For inputs #5 to #8: connect a HD15 to 3 x BNC cable between the HD15 connector of the device and your Component source.
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 HD SDI. This output can be used to record your show by outputting the same content as the Main output in Mixer Mode, or a choice between output #1 or #2 in Matrix Mode (see also OPS300 Modes, p.
OPERATING THE OPS300 4-1. THE OPS300 FRONT PANEL Overview The highly intuitive front panel of the OPS300 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 OPS300 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 OPS300 is the visual interface to your OPS300 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, (8 analog inputs, 2 DVI-D inputs, 2 SDI inputs) by simply pressing one of the Input buttons. The [BLACK] button allows users to remove layer content on screen.
4-2. THE OPS300 MENU Menu navigation To access the OPS300 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 OPS300 memory.
4-3. WORKING WITH THE OPS300 Operating modes The OPS300 offers 2 modes to work from: the Mixer Mode, which is the OPS300 default mode and the Matrix Mode, which turns your OPS300 into a true 12 x 2 scaled matrix with numerous effects. * NOTE * : the OPS300 will only let you work on your preview screen (direct access to main screen is locked). In Matrix mode, the OPS300 loses the use of layers, PIPs and logos.
A- SETTINGS IN MIXER MODE Source Input selection Plug your sources thanks to the 8 universal inputs, 2 DVI-I Inputs or 2 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-I 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.
Source output selection Once your inputs all have been configured, the output settings of the OPS300 must be set according to the machines plugged on your OPS300 main and preview outputs (video projector, preview monitor...). * NOTE *: if you want to use HDCP content from your sources, be sure to attach HDCP compliant screens or projectors. If it’s not the case, the output image could be disabled.
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.
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. PIP configuration All the settings and shortcuts available for layers are available for PIPs. Please refer to “Working with Layer” and “Working on Layer functions” sections.
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. No border Color border Layer transitions & effects The OPS300 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.
Capturing still Frames To capture a frame, display the exact content you want to save on one of your outputs, at the exact resolution, you can use the [FREEZE] button if you want. Then follow this step: Logos/Frames menu → record Frame menu→ Frame # Choose the frame number slot and wait until the unit to finish saving. Your frame is now saved and you can use it through the [BACKGROUND FRAME] button.
Frame setup menu In the frame 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.
Memorizing logos in the OPS300 1. In the Input Selection section, press the source button (#1 to #12) of the source you wish to record as a logo. The source button will start blinking. 2. Select the Logos/Frames menu by scrolling through the menu with the scroll knob, then pressing the [ENTER] button. 3. Select Record Logos in the Logos/Frames menu by rotating the scroll knob, then pressing [ENTER]. A small white rectangle will appear on your main display, indicating the logo that will be captured. 4.
Creating Presets The OPS300 allows the creation of user defined presets very easily. Any setup you have configured on screen, can be stored into one of the 4 available user presets. 1. After having configured Layers, PIP transitions, logos... on your screen (see ‘Working with the OPS300’), go to the Preset menu by pressing the [EXIT/MENU] button, and select Preset by rotating the scroll knob. Then, press the [ENTER] button to enter the Preset sub-menu.
Audio configuration To configure audio settings of the OPS300, 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 * : the 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 OPS300. 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. Preview ID - The function disables all the display of information in Preview Mode. The colorful frames and numbers with the same color are disable.
Working with DSK (Chroma / Luma key) - OPS300 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.
OPS300 Motion Correction This item gives information about the new “Motion correction” setting added in the OPS300 device. - Aim of the “Motion Correction” setting: The aim of the “motion correction” setting is to correct a “comb effect” sometime visible on OPS300 device. From the front panel, a new setting has been added in the Menu/Image/Advanced section.
OPS300 Aspect Ratio From the Menu select the following Aspect options. Select first the Aspect In then Adjust the Aspect Out. Aspect In Provides aspect ratio adjustments for the content of the image. Affects the raster size of content provided to the signal processing chain. NATIVE * No adjustment. LETTER BOX 1.78 Adds black bars to image to create a 1.78 image from a 4:3 signal. Useful when you have 16:9 content that appears correctly in the correct aspect ratio when viewed within a 4:3 format (ie. 1.
OPS300 Force to 4/3 From the Image Menu The Force to 4/3 capability allows you to give a 4/3 aspect Ratio to a SDTV Input, this allows you to keep the ratio of a PAL input (ie) shown on a SDTV PAL Output. The image will be scaled to fit a 4/3 aspect Ratio. The Force to 4/3 setting will not affect an image in a «Fullscreen» aspect Out. The Force to 4/3 setting will react as an Image Setting (will be recalled each time the input is shown).
Using the Control Menu In the Control Menu, you will find all setup which cannot be classified in the image, layer, input or output menu. Version: it indicates the actual software version of the OPS300. it can help if you need to contact our technical support team. RS232/LAN: choose your connection type when controling by a R.C.S or an external program. LAN SETUP: in this menu, you can adjust every settings reluted in the network HDCP Summary: show all HDCP Inputs/Outputs Status Sync.
B- SETTINGS IN NATIVE MATRIX MODE Source Input selection Same as MIXER Mode. Input selection settings Same as MIXER Mode. Source output selection Same as MIXER Mode. * NOTE *: if you want to use HDCP content from your sources, be sure to plug HDCP compliant screens or projectors. If it’s not the case, the output image could be disabled.
Video Out In Native Matrix mode, the menu “connection mode” allows you to choose recording Output #1 or Output #2. Display Mode Presentation Output #1 Availability OUT #1 YES Menu→ Video Out → Connection → Output #1 Output #2 Menu→ Video Out → Connection → Output #2 Working with Layers Same as MIXER Mode.
Working with Native Matrix Mode To activate the Native Matrix Mode: Mode Menu → Native 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.
Capturing logos Same as Mixer Mode. Memorizing logos Same as Mixer Mode. Working with logos Same as Mixer Mode. Layer transitions & effects Same as Mixer Mode. Creating Presets Same as Mixer Mode.
HOME MENU MIXER MODE MATRIX MODE [MAIN] [OUT 1] Format : 1920 x 1080 Rate : 50Hz Lock : internal Format : 1920 x 1080 Rate : 50Hz Lock : internal MAIN PREVIEW ---------+----------------+------------Logo2 | Logo #2 | Logo #8 Logo1 | Logo #1 | Logo #7 Pip2 | SDI 2 | SDI 1 Pip1 | DVI 1 | DVI 2 Live | Input 1 | Input 8 Frame | Frame 1 | Frame 8 | OUT 1 | OUT 2 ---------+--------------+---------Live | Input 1 | SDI 2 [OUT 2] Format : 1920 x 1080 Rate : 50Hz Lock : internal 53
MODE Mixer Mode Matrix Mode INPUT Config status Autoset all (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, ln8, DVI1 & DVI2 (i10) displayed when plug is not DVI-D (i11) displayed when plug is analog Synchronized Analog group 1 Analog group 2 Analog group 3 Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Input 5 Input 6 Input 7 Input 8 Input 1 Analog Input 2 Analog Input 3 Analog Input 4 Analog Input 5 Analog Input 6
MAIN OUT (A1) OUTPUT 1 (A2) PREVIEW OUT (A1) OUTPUT 2 (A2) Sync w/OUT 1 (o1) Output status (o1) only for Preview out/Output2 (o2) depending on output format (o3) computer & HDTV only (o4) Interlaced output only (A1) displayed in Mixer & Quadravision Mode (A2) displayed in Matrix Mode Output format 640x480 800x600 848x480 1024x768 1280x720 1280x768 1280x800 1280x1024 1360x768 1366x800 1400x1050 1440x900 1600x1200 1680x1050 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1080 1920x1200 2048x1080
VIDEO OUT Connection Main/Output 1 Preview/Output 2 (o1) available in near future (o2) according to output format Output status Output format Output rate Pos/Size adjust 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.
IMAGE (A3) Auto Centering (R1) Blanking Adjust (R2) (A3) displayed when an input is active H position V position H size V size... Cropping (R2) H position V position H size V size...
LAYER (A3) Layer adjust (b1) Layer zoom (b3) Size templates (b3) H Pos V Pos HV Pos HV Size (b2) H Size (b2) V Size (b2) (b1) Not available for Background Frame & Live (b2) Not available for Logos (b3) Not available for Frames & logos H Pos V Pos H Size V Size Full Screen 3/4 Full Screen 2/3 Full Screen 1/2 Full Screen 1/3 Full Screen 1/4 Full Screen Transparency Border (b3) Opening effect Style None Edge Adjust H Size V Size Transparency Color Type Cut Clean Cut (b3) Fade Slide Wipe Direct
LOGO/FRAME Record Frames Record Logos Frame 1 Frame 2 (Empty) (lf1) Frame 3 Frame 4 Frame 5 (Empty) (lf1) Frame 6 (Empty) (lf1) Frame 7 Frame 8 Position / Size Adjust Keying type Luma key (lf4) Chroma key (lf4) (lf1) Empty if slot is free for a Frame (lf2) Empty if slot is free for a logo (lf3) Displays only list of valid Frames and Logos (lf4) Displays only for animated Logo (lf5) Displays according to keying type chosen H pos V pos H size V size None Luma Chroma Level black Level white Color Grabbe
Audio Prelist (m1) Master Mute Master Volume Stereo Source Aux. Mute None Input 1 Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Input 5 Input 6 Input 7 Input 8 DVI 1 DVI 2 SDI 1 SDI 2 Audio Delay Delay Mode CONTROL Auto Adjust Manual Adjust Versions Vers.: 0.42 BETA 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 RS232 LAN LAN setup TCP UDP Sync.
REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE 5-1. THE OPS300 RCS RCS presentation The RCS is a powerful tool to exploit all the features of your OPS300 at distance. By LAN or RS-232, you will be able to do exactly the same manipulations as you could do from the front panel. User-Friendly and easyto-use, you will very quickly be able to manipulate the RCS tool. How to use the RCS ? You have to install the software on a Computer and have a LAN board or RS-232 link to use the RCS.
Software overview The RCS software for your OPS300 is composed of several easily identified sections. The tabs menu (1) allows you to navigate through the equivalent of the OPS300 front panel menu items (see also “The OPS300 Menu” p.28). 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 OPS300 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 dropdown menu, select the COM port number corresponding to the connected device (default is Port Com 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 OPS300 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 OPS300” chapter, p.29, and the “Home Menu” chapter, p.28.
Source output configuration 1. Click on the “Outputs” tab of the RCS. 2. Select the type of plug which is connected to outputs #1 & #2 of your OPS300 by clicking in the appropriate field in Analog Type or DVI Type for both Main and Preview outputs. 3. Select the appropriate output format and output rate. 4. Click on the “Outputs” tab to return to the main screen. The Output menu also allows you to generate test patterns.
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. Set the desired PIP attributes (size, position, zoom, border, transparency...). 4. Click on the Image tab to return to the main screen.
Memorizing Frames 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 [ENTER] button. Working with Logos It is possible to store up to 8 logos in the OPS300 non volatile memory.
Layer transitions & effects The OPS300 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 OPS300 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 Axion2: The Axion2 is an ergonomic and reliable remote controller for rental & staging/ multi-venues at an optimal price/performance ratio. It controls simultaneously up to 6 screens in a single or multiple display configuration. The Axion2 integrates a offline mode for setup the devices not connected. A sequences mode is also available for automatic recall of presets. 6-2.
6-3. TRK-800 TRK-800: Triple Remote Keypad designed to control up to 3 units. > Powerful High Controller End Remote > Controls up to 3 different switchers > Mini Joystick for easy element control > Ethernet LAN RJ45 connector for easy connection > Double Large VFD display offering high contrast menu and status. 6-4.
EXAMPLES AND TIPS 7-1. ABOUT EXAMPLES Examples are intended to make the use of the OPS300 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.
EXAMPLE #2 DOUBLE SCREEN PRESENTATION USING OPS300 (in Matrix Mode) SOURCES 73
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 our website: www.analogway.com All Analog Way products equipped with an RS232 input are compatible with Crestron, AMX, Medialon, and most major control systems. TCP/IP control ports are also available on most Analog Way products, as standard or as options.
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).
CONTACT INFORMATION HOW TO CONTACT US Analog Way SAS 33 rue du Saule Trapu Parc du Moulin 91300 Massy France Tel.: +33 1 64 47 16 03 Fax: +33 1 64 47 14 73 saleseuro@analogway.com Analog Way Inc. 299 Broadway, Suite 1620 New York, NY 10007 United States of America Tel.: +1 212 269 1902 Fax. +1 212 269 1943 salesusa@analogway.com Analog Way Pte Ltd. No. 10 Ubi Crescent #03-05 Ubi Techpark Lobby A Singapore 408564 Tel.: +65 6292 5800 Fax: +65 6292 5205 sales@analogwayasia.
Version: 4.00 - 22/06/2016 Code: 140105 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.
