USER MANUAL version 2.
THANK YOU Thank you for choosing Analog Way. By following these simple steps, you should be able to operate the powerful Eikos. 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 25 4-1. THE EIKOS FRONT PANEL 25 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 28 Menu navigation Home menu 4-3.
• B- Settings in Native Matrix Mode 38 Source Input selection Input selection settings Source Output selection Output selection settings Working with Native Matrix Mode Working with Audio Audio configuration Working with Cut, Fade or Transitions Working with PIP Working with Mirror Mode Working with Frame/Logos • C- Settings in Quadravision Mode 41 Working with Templates Working with Presets Creating a Preset Working with Frame/Logos HOME MENU 43 REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE 52 5-1.
APPLICATION NOTES AND TIPS 7-1. ABOUT APPLICATION NOTES 63 7-2. APPLICATION NOTES 63 7-3. EXTERNAL PROGRAMMING 67 WARRANTY AND SERVICES INFORMATION 68 8-1. ANALOG WAY LIMITED WARRANTY 68 8-2.
INTRODUCTION 1-1. THE EIKOS 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, p25).
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, Logos 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.
SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Um den Betrieb dieses Geräts zu verstehen, raten wir Ihnen vor der Inbetriebnahme alle Sicherheits und Betriebsanweisungen genau zu lesen. Diese Sicherheits- und Betriebsanweisungen für einen späteren Gebrauch sicher aufbewahren. Alle in den Unterlagen, an dem Gerät und hier angegebenen Sicherheitsanweisungen einhalten. • ACHTUNG : um jegliches Risiko eines Stromschlags oder Feuers zu vermeiden, das Gerät nicht Regen, Feuchtigkeit oder intensiven Wärmequellen aussetzen.
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 Multi-Layer Hi-Resolution Mixer Matrix Scaler Seamless Switcher 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) CD-ROM (PC only) 4 x Screws for handle removal (M4x12mm) 1 x User manual 1 x Quick Start guide 2-3.
2-5. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS 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.
• 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 - 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 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 - 4.43 MHz) : 15.
• Connector: 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) MCO male connectors Inputs #1 to #6: Balanced & unbalanced connection Inputs DVI #1 to DVI #2: Balanced & unbalanced connection Input AUX: Balanced & unbalanced connection 4 L+ L- LEFT GROUND RIGHT R+ RUNBALANCED Output specifications • ANALOG OUTPUTS Connector: Outputs 1 (Main) & 2 (Preview): fe
• DVI (Digital Video Interface) OUTPUTS Connector: Outputs 1 (Main) & 2 (Preview): female DVI-I (digital pins). Signal: Digital Visual Interface (DVI)-TMDS single link.
Communication specifications • COMMUNICATION PORTS REMOTE RS232 Connector: DB 9 female Protocol: RS232 Data Rate: 9600 Bauds, 8 data bits, 1 stop bit, no parity bit, no flow control for normal. DTR & RTS needed for upgrade. • LAN Connector: Protocol: Ethernet: RJ45 TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) or UDP (User Datagram Protocol). Base 10/100 Environmental specifications Dimensions: W 480 x D 330 x H 80 mm 19”W x 13”D x 3.15”H Weight: 5.4 kg / 11.
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- TMDSData 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 displayingHDCP 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 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 shipped 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 HD TV formats in various signals and connectors from Composite Video to 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. Menu screen The Menu Screen of the Eikos is the visual interface to your Eikos menu. It gives users a constant indication of available menu options, parameters of any selected object, system information, and everything you need to know to control the device.
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 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 (access to main screen is locked).
A- SETTINGS IN MIXER MODE Source Input selection Plug your sources thanks to the 6 universal inputs, 2 DVI-I Inputs or 4 SDI inputs. Don’t forget that the 2 DVI-I inputs can be used with DVI-D computer sources (DVI1 & DVI2) but also with a DVI-A adaptator for analog sources too (source #5 & 6) shipped with your unit. Be sure to screw all the sources to be sure to not disturb the signal.
Some other settings are available too: The Output synch polarity. The Gamma: use this feature to set up the output Gamma. Flicker Filter (video Out only): apply a flicker filter on your video output. Analog type: set up the type of synchronisation of your Analog output. DVI type: set up the type of colour of your Digital output. HDCP detection: set up to enable/disable the HDCP detection on the output. Background colour: add a background colour in place of the default black one.
Working with Layers A layer can be set up only when a source is attached. 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 display 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.
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 shortcut available for layers are available for PIPs.
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 Shadow border - Size and style of PIP border are adjustable - The background or PIP image can be switched Capturing still Frames To capture a frame, display the exact content you want to save on one of your output, at the exact resolution, you can use the freeze button if you want.
Memorizing Frames The Eikos can memorize up to 8 frames from any resolution. 1. In the Input Selection section, press the source button (1 to 12) of the source you wish to record as a frame. The source button will start blinking. Press the TAKE button to display that source on the main display. 2. Select Logos/Frames in the menu by rotating the scroll knob, then pressing the ENTER button. Select the output you want to record in capture source menu. 3.
2. In the Layer Selection section, press the PIP1 button. The button will start blinking. On your Preview screen, PIP1 will appear as a color rectangle. The parameters of the layer will automaticaly appear on your Eikos VFD menu screen. 3. In the Layer menu, make the position, size, border and transparency settings you like, then select Opening Effect in the layer options, press the ENTER button and select Type. Select Slide Left - Right for example, and press the ENTER button to confirm.
Memorizing logos in the Eikos 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 Eikos 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 Eikos, p.29), 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.
Special Features Dynamic Fit (automatically activates the Transparence Background) - Dynamic & Automatic adjustment of the PIP to fit the image borders (Black Stripe) PIP - Automatic adjustment of the PIP (Ratio) to fit the image borders during a transition Transparence Background - Transparence Background allows to delete black band on the background live layers in order to display behind a background frame or background color Background Frame Image Live 39
Smooth Move effect - Smooth Move PIP control the time shift of the PIP. The time can be different between the opening and closing PIP. DSK (Chroma / Luma key) - Eikos allows to use a live source with green or blue background and to key it on another live input.
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 plugging HDCP compliant screens or projectors. If it’s not the case, the output image could be disabled.
For instance, if you want to put the Frame #1 on the Output 1 and the Live source number 3 on the output 2: Press Matrix #1 button → Press Background Frame button → Press input#1 Press Matrix #2 button → Press background live button → Press input# 3 Press Take to view the result on both screens Don’t forget to press the correct Matrix # button before pressing the Layer selection button, in order to be sure doing the manipulation on the correct output.
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 output1 will be performed on the output 2 too. Mode Menu → Native Matrix mode menu → Mirror Mode 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.
3- Cpy&H.pos Flip mode: the output #2 will be exactly the same as the output #1 except the fact that the selected layer will have his H position flipped (standard Mirror mode). ❸ OUTPUT #1 OUTPUT #2 OUTPUT #1 OUTPUT #2 4- Cpy&H.Flip all modes: the output #2 will be exactly the same as the output #1 except the fact that the selected layer will have the H position and data flipped.
C- SETTINGS IN QUADRAVISION MODE The quadravision mode allows displaying 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. To use windows, first attach your source to the windows wanted, you have to use the windows button in the quadravision field. Press W# button → Press input # Press Take to apply the change on the main screen.
W2 W1 Template #5 (full screen for W#1) Template #5 (full screen for W#2) W3 W4 Template #5 (full screen for W#3) Template #5 (full screen for W#4) 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 presett any time.
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 Win1 fullscreen Win2 fullscreen Win3 fullscreen Win4 fullscreen Split Screen 1x Left + 3x Right 3x Left + 1x Right 1x Top + 1x Bottom (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 Grou
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 Output 1 Output 2 Output Tiled Horizontally Output Tiled Vertically (o1) available in near future (o2) according to output format Output status Output format Output rate Position / 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 copy Mode (b7) Layer adjust (b1) Layer zoom (b3) Standard Mode Full Copy Copy & H. Pos Flip Copy & H.
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 (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 Position / Size Adjust H pos V pos H size V size Keying type None Luma Chroma Luma key (lf5) Level black Level white Chroma key (lf5) Color g
AUDIO Mode Source settings Aux.
CONTROL Versions Vers.: 3.00 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. loss Enabled Input 1 (L4) Input 2 (L4) Input 3 (L4) Input 4 (L4) Input 5 (L4) Input 6 (L4) DVI 1 (L4) DVI 2 (L4) SDI 1 (L4) SDI 2 (L4) SDI 3 (L4) SDI 4 (L4) Device address... Remote address (L1) Gateway address...
REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE 5-1. THE EIKOS RCS RCS presentation The RCS will give you a powerful tool to exploit all the feature of your Eikos at distance. By LAN, or RS232, you will be able to do exactly the same manipulation that you could do from the front panel. 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.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 an RS232 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 RS232 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 detail on different modes, restrictions and settings, please refer to the “Working with the Eikos” chapter, p.29, and the “Home Menu” chapter p.47.
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 in 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 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 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 the Take button to view the result on your main screen.
OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEMS 6-1. AXION 2 Analog Way engineers have designed several remote controllers specifically designed to control the Di-VentiX II, Eikos, Eikos LE, OPS 300, OPS 200, Pulse, Pulse LE, SmartVu and SmartVu LE, Smart MatriX, Smart MatriX LE, Smart Edge, Smart Quad. Axion 2: The Axion 2 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 designed to control the Di-VentiX II, Eikos, Eikos LE, OPS 300, OPS 200, Pulse, Pulse LE, SmartVu and SmartVu LE, Smart MatriX, Smart MatriX LE, Smart Edge, Smart Quad. Orchestra: The Orchestra is an ergonomic and reliable remote controller for rental & staging/ multi-venues at an optimal price/ performance ratio.
6-3. TRK-800 Analog Way engineers have designed several remote controllers specifically designed to control the Eikos, Eikos LE, OPS 300, OPS 200, Pulse, Pulse LE, SmartVu and SmartVu LE, Smart MatriX, Smart MatriX LE, Smart Edge, 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 designed to control the Eikos, Eikos LE, OPS 300, OPS 200, Pulse, Pulse LE, SmartVu and SmartVu LE, Smart MatriX, Smart MatriX LE, Smart Edge, Smart Quad.
APPLICATION NOTES AND TIPS 7-1. ABOUT APPLICATION NOTES Application notes 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 are 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.
>> High Resolution Mixer and Seamless Switchers Application Note #2-1 1 Projector and 1 Eikos in Mixer Seamless Switcher Mode Live Background with 2 PIPs and 2 Logos AN-2-1_Hi-Res-060910-V1 76 USA, Canada, South America and The Carribeans ANALOG WAY Inc. Tel. 212 269 1902 Fax. 212 269 1943 Email: salesusa@analogway.com Europe, Middle East and Africa ANALOG WAY SAS Tel. 331 64 47 16 03 Fax. 331 64 47 14 73 Email: saleseuro@analogway.com Asia Pacific ANALOG WAY Pte Ltd Tel.: 65 62 92 58 00 Fax.
>> High Resolution Mixer and Seamless Switchers Application Note #2-2 1 Projector and 1 Eikos in Mixer Seamless Switcher Mode Still background with 3 PIPs, 2 Logos and Mosaic Preview AN-2-2_Hi-Res-060910-V1 76 70 USA, Canada, South America and The Carribeans ANALOG WAY Inc. Tel. 212 269 1902 Fax. 212 269 1943 Email: salesusa@analogway.com Europe, Middle East and Africa ANALOG WAY SAS Tel. 331 64 47 16 03 Fax. 331 64 47 14 73 Email: saleseuro@analogway.com Asia Pacific ANALOG WAY Pte Ltd Tel.
>> High Resolution Mixer and Seamless Switchers Application Note #2-3 Native Matrix Mode with 2 Projectors and 1 Eikos AN-2-3_Hi-Res-060910-V1 76 USA, Canada, South America and The Carribeans ANALOG WAY Inc. Tel. 212 269 1902 Fax. 212 269 1943 Email: salesusa@analogway.com Europe, Middle East and Africa ANALOG WAY SAS Tel. 331 64 47 16 03 Fax. 331 64 47 14 73 Email: saleseuro@analogway.com Asia Pacific ANALOG WAY Pte Ltd Tel.: 65 62 92 58 00 Fax.: 65 62 92 52 05 Email: sales@analogwayasia.
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 CDRom shipped with the Eikos in the “Programmer’s Guide” file. 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 years 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: 2.0 - 10/09/2010 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.
