Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02
NOTICES COPYRIGHT AND TRADEMARKS © 2013 Christie Digital Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. All brand names and product names are trademarks, registered trademarks or trade names of their respective holders. REGULATORY The product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the product is operated in a commercial environment.
Table of Contents Important Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 What’s in the Box? . . . .
Adjust the Picture Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Adjust the Video Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Adjust the Test Pattern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Adjust the Audio Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Adjust the Channel Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Input / Output Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Video Settings Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Audio Settings Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 Automation Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78 System Configuration Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Important Safety Information Read this information thoroughly and completely before installing, or operating the SKA-3D. • Read these instructions. • Keep these instructions. • Heed all warnings. • Follow all instructions. • Do not use this apparatus near water. • Clean only with dry cloth. • Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Introduction This user manual provides information about SKA-3D controls, installation, operation, troubleshooting, and specifications. Overview The SKA-3D is a professional audio and video processor and video scaler. It accepts audio and video signals on multiple inputs and in multiple formats and outputs a selected combination of audio and video. See Supported Audio Formats on page 86 for a complete list of supported audio and video inputs and outputs.
Introduction Controls This section describes the SKA-3D controls. Front Panel Ref. Item Description A Headphone level Adjusts the headphone volume. B Source select Adjusts the audio source for headphone monitoring. C Mic level Adjusts the microphone listening level. This control does not change the main output amplitude. D Navigation buttons Provides left, right, up, and down buttons for menu system navigation. E Enter Saves menu system changes.
Introduction Rear Panel Ref. A Item AC power switch Description Turns the power on and off. Indicators This section describes the SKA-3D indicators. Ref. A Item Mic level Description Indicates the microphone input level. From left to right, the LED lights represent these input levels: • Green - -40 dB • Green - -30 dB • Green - -20 dB • Green - -10 dB • Yellow - -5 dB • Red - Clip Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev.
Introduction Ref. B Item Description Liquid crystal matrix (LCM) display Indicates the status of the scaler. The display provides a 19-character, two-line display in this display format: [VIDEO_INPUT] [AUDIO_FORMAT] [AUDIO_INPUT] [3D_FORMAT] [OUTPUT_RESOLUTION] [MASTER_VOLUME_IN_DB] To change the settings: • VIDEO_INPUT - the current video input. See Select a Video Input on page 12. • AUDIO_FORMAT - the current audio format. • AUDIO_INPUT - the current audio input. See Select an Audio Input on page 12.
Introduction Ref. Item Description F Opt 3 Accepts multichannel digital audio (DTS® and Dolby® Digital) and two-channel Linear PCM using a cable with an optical cable with a TOSLINK connector. G Headphone out Accepts a pair of stereo headphones using a 1/4” TRS jack. H Mic Accepts a microphone using a balanced XLR connector. I Comp 2 Accepts three Component (YPbPr) video cables from the source to these RCA-type connectors.
Introduction Ref. Item Description I Phoenix connectors (Audio Out) Accepts single audio channel outputs: L Low, C Low, R Low, Aux 1 LS Low, Aux 2 RS Low, HI, VI / N. These can be configured using the web interface or serial control commands. J Booth Monitor (Fixed) Accepts an L/R RCA-type cable for the projection booth monitors output. The audio output level is fixed and is controlled by the external amplification device / monitors. K AC power inlet Accepts an AC power cord.
Installation An incorrect power setup creates a fire and shock hazard. Do not operate the SKA-3D unless the power cord, power socket, and power plug meet the appropriate local rating standards. Have a certified electrician install a permanent single-phase connection from the amplifier to the AC supply for correct installation. Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury. Make sure the SKA-3D is properly ventilated. Provide 1U of space above and below the SKA3D.
Installation For example, A Computer D Automation Controller B SKA-3D E Projector C Blue Ray Player Ethernet, General-purpose input/ output (GPIO), or RS-232 VGA or HDMI Ethernet or GPIO HDMI, or an optical/audio connection and component DVI-D 7. Turn the power on. See Turn the Power On on page 11. 10 Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev.
Operation This section provides procedures and information for operating the SKA-3D. Turn the Power On An incorrect power setup creates a fire and shock hazard. Do not operate the SKA-3D unless the power cord, power socket, and power plug meet the appropriate local rating standards. Have a certified electrician install a permanent single-phase connection from the amplifier to the AC supply for correct installation. Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
Operation 2. Connect one end of the Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the SKA-3D and then connect the other end of the cable to the Ethernet port on the computer running the web interface. See Access the SKA-3D Web Interface on page 71. 3. Click the System Configuration tab. See System Configuration Screen on page 81. 4. Click Browse in the Firmware Upgrade pane. 5. Click OK when the LCM prompts you to verify that you want to overwrite the current firmware.
Operation • COAX1 • COAX2 • COAX3 • ANA1 • ANA2 • ANA3 • MIC • NONE The LCM displays the current audio input. Adjust the Outputs Press and hold the up or down navigation button to quickly scroll through items. i 1. Press the up or down navigation button to select the required output menu: • Audio Proc. Mode See Adjust the Audio Processing Mode on page 14. • Auto Preset Select See Adjust the Auto Preset Select on page 14.
Operation • Christie Digital SKA-3D See Display the Firmware Version on page 11. 2. Press Enter. The current output menu item is displayed in the LCM display. Adjust the Audio Processing Mode When the processing mode is set to Mono in Consumer mode, all channels are downmixed to the center channel. In Professional mode, only the center channel is active. i Auto Detect and Dolby PLII processing modes are only available when the audio input is set to HDMI, TOSLINK, COAX, or Analog. 1.
Operation Adjust Dolby True HD Dynamic Range Compression Dynamic Range Compression (DRC) provides compression of Dolby True HD audio formats. Compression reduces the volume of loud sounds and amplifies quiet sounds by minimizing the dynamic range of the audio signal. 1. Press the up or down navigation button to display Dolby True HD DRC. 2. Press the left or right navigation button to select the compression setting: • - enables dynamic range compression.
Operation Adjust the Output Resolution The SKA-3D does not have frame rate conversion. The video output frame rate follows the input video frame rate. i 1. Press the up or down navigation button to display Video Output. 2. Press Enter. 3. Press the up or down navigation button to display OUTPUT RES. 4. Press the left or right navigation button to select an output resolution: • <1080P> • <2K> • 1 5. Press Enter. 6. Press Exit until you return to the status screen.
Operation Adjust the DVI Output Color Depth 1. Press the up or down navigation button to display Video Output. 2. Press Enter. 3. Press the up or down navigation button to display DVI OUT COLOR. 4. Press the left or right navigation button to select the DVI output color depth: • <8-BIT> - standard setting for HDMI and RGB color ranges from 0-255 (4:4:4 color sampling). This setting is recommended for Series-1 projectors that only support HDMI on the video inputs.
Operation • RIGHT CENTER • HI (Hearing Impaired) • VI/N (Visually Impaired / Narrative) 4. Press ENTER. 5. Press Exit until you return to the status screen. Adjust the IP Address, Subnet, Gateway, Port, or Telnet Port 1. Press the up or down navigation button to display IP Configuration. 2. Press Enter. 3. Press the up or down navigation button and select the network parameter to configure: • IP ADDRESS (###.###.###.###) • SUBNET (###.###.###.###) • GATEWAY (###.###.###.
Operation Navigate the Main Menu System Press and hold the right or left navigation button to quickly scroll through options at a faster rate. i 1. Press Menu. 2. Press the right or left navigation button to scroll through the main menu: • Video Settings See Adjust Video Settings on page 20. See Adjust the Video Size on page 20. See Adjust the Test Pattern on page 21. • Audio Settings See Adjust the Channel Level on page 21. See Adjust the Speaker Distance on page 22.
Operation Adjust Video Settings This section describes how to adjust the picture settings, video size, and test pattern. Adjust the Picture Settings 1. Press Menu. 2. Press the left or right navigation button to display Video Settings. 3. Press Enter. 4. Press the up or down navigation button to display Picture Settings. 5. Press Enter. 6.
Operation • Resize - resizes the image 5% beyond the normal display area. This feature is useful in correcting an image that is “underscanned”. • Resize - scales the image within 5% of the normal display area. this feature is useful for correcting an image that is “overscanned”. • Resize - stretches the image horizontally while preserving the original aspect ratio of the image.
Operation 5. Press Enter. 6. Press the up or down navigation button and select the audio channel to configure: • C <0.0dB> • L <0.0dB> • R <0.0dB> • LS <0.0dB> • RS <0.0dB> • BLS <0.0dB> • BRS <0.0dB> • LC <0.0dB> • RC <0.0dB> • LFE <0.0dB> 7. Press the left or right navigation button to configure the audio channel level. Each channel level can be adjusted from -20.0 dB to 0.0 dB in 0.5 increments. 8. Press Exit until you return to the status screen.
Operation • BLS < 00.0>FT • BRS < 00.0>FT • LC < 00.0>FT • RC < 00.0>FT • LFE < 00.0>FT 7. Press the left or right navigation button to configure the speaker distance. The distance for each speaker can be adjusted from 0-169 ft. (0-51.5 m) in 0.5 (ft. / m) increments. 8. Press Exit until you return to the status screen. Adjust the Lipsync Delay 1. Press Menu. 2. Press the left or right navigation button to display Audio Settings. 3. Press Enter. 4.
Operation 6. Press the left or right navigation button and turn the phantom power on or off: • • 7. Press Exit until you return to the status screen. Adjust Advanced Audio Settings This section describes how to adjust advanced audio settings; such as, the speaker configuration or bi-amp LCR, LC, and LS settings. Adjust the Speaker Configuration 1. Press Menu. 2. Press the left or right navigation button to display Adv. Audio Settings. 3. Press Enter. 4.
Operation Adjust the BI-AMP LCR 1. Press Menu. 2. Press the left or right navigation button to display Adv. Audio Settings. 3. Press Enter. 4. Press the up or down navigation button to display BI-AMP LCR. 5. Press the left or right navigation button and select the bi-amp LCR setting: • • 6. Press Enter. 7. Press Exit until you return to the status screen. Adjust the BI-Amp LCR Crossover Frequency 1. Press Menu. 2. Press the left or right navigation button to display Adv.
Operation Adjust the BI-Amp LC & RC to Aux 1/2 Crossover Frequency 1. Press Menu. 2. Press the left or right navigation button to display Adv. Audio Settings. 3. Press Enter. 4. Press the up or down navigation button to display BI-AMP LC&RC XOVER. 5. Press the left or right navigation button and select the bi-amp LC and RC to aux 1/2 crossover frequency: <00400Hz>...<4000Hz> The crossover frequency is adjustable from 40-4000 Hz in 5 Hz increments. 6. Press Enter to save changes. 7.
Operation 6. Press Enter to save changes. 7. Press Exit until you return to the status screen. Manage Presets Presets allow you to save configured settings for audio inputs, video inputs, audio modes, and master volume levels. The SKA-3D has 10 presets that can be applied manually or triggered with an event. Event-triggered presets require an automation controller. Configure Presets Ten preset are available on the SKA-3D. Presets are numbered 1-9 and then the 10th preset is represented by the letter A.
Operation Configure Presets using the SKA-3D Controls 1. Press Menu. 2. Press the left or right navigation button to display Automation Settings. 3. Press Enter. 4. Press the up or down navigation button to display Preset Settings. 5. Press the left or right navigation button and select the automation preset to configure: <1>... 6. Press Enter. The SWITCH TO VIDEO menu displays. 7.
Operation • Input NO ACTION 10. Press the down navigation button to display SWITCH TO AUDIO Mode. 11. Press the left or right navigation button to select the required mode: • • • • • 12. Press the down navigation button to display MASTER VOL LEVEL. 13. Press the left or right navigation button to select the required volume setting: • No Change - no changes are made to the master volume. • Custom - the volume is set between 0.0 and 10.
Operation Manage Trigger Inputs Trigger inputs provide communication with automation devices. The SKA-3D has 8 available trigger inputs. Configure Trigger Inputs Configure trigger inputs using the web interface or the SKA-3D controls. It is useful to use the web interface when multiple trigger inputs are set at one time. Use the SKA-3D controls to change individual configuration settings. Configure Trigger Inputs using the Web Interface 1. Open the SKA-3D web interface.
Operation • <1>...<10> 10. Press Exit until you return to the status screen. Import Trigger Inputs from a File 1. Open the SKA-3D web interface. See Access the SKA-3D Web Interface on page 71. 2. Click the Automation tab. 3. Click the Trigger Inputs tab. 4. Click Browse, and select the trigger inputs XML file to import. 5. Click Load. Manage Trigger Outputs Trigger outputs provide control of automation devices such as lighting systems, curtains, or motorized screens.
Operation 3. Press Enter. 4. Press the up or down navigation button to display Trigger Outputs. 5. Press the left or right navigation button to select the automation trigger output to configure: <1>...<4> 6. Press Enter and navigate to TRIGGER TYPE. 7. Press the left or right navigation button to select the required setting: • • 8. Press the up or down navigation button to display EVENT TRIGGER. 9.
Operation Import Trigger Outputs from a File 1. Open the SKA-3D web interface. See Access the SKA-3D Web Interface on page 71. 2. Click the Automation tab. 3. Click the Trigger Outputs tab. 4. Click Browse, and select the trigger outputs XML file to import. 5. Click Load. Use an External Microphone 1. Connect the microphone to the XLR jack. 2. Turn the Mic Level knob to adjust the input gain (9-60 dB). 3.
Serial Control This section describes RS-232 settings and Telnet commands for operating the SKA-3D. DE-9 Connector Components DE-9 Connectora RS-232 Controller PIN PIN SKA-3D DCD 1 1 DCD RXD 2 2 RXD TXD 3 3 TXD DTR 4 — 4 DTR GND 5 — 5 GND DSR 6 6 DSR RTS 7 7 RTS CTS 8 8 CTS R1 9 9 R1 a. Only the RXD, TXD, and GND pins are used.
Serial Control Configure the IP Address with RS-232 The SKA-3D supports IP-based control using Telnet or the built-in web interface. Use RS-232 to configure the network settings. This table lists the default network settings for the SKA-3D: Specification Setting IP Address 192.168.206.100 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 Default Gateway 192.168.206.1 HTTP port 80 Telnet port 23 1. Connect one end of the RS-232 cable to the RS-232 port on the back of the SKA-3D and the other end to the computer port.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Serial Control Commands i Always use a carriage return (0D hex) at the end of each serial control command, and a single space between the command and the parameter. This table lists the serial control commands that are available over RS-232 and Telnet. Command audio Description Syntax Selects the audio input.
Description Syntax audiomon (cont.) Parameters [p] Example Returned Value • 6 - Right Surround • 7 - Back left Surround • 8 - Back Right Surround • 9 - Center Left • 10 - Center Right • 11 - HI • 12 - VI/N audprccon Returns the audio channel that is being monitored. r audiomon none r audiomon AUDIOMON LEFT CENTER Sets the consumer audio processing mode. s audprccon [p1] p1 options: s audprccon 2 AUDPRCCON STEREO 2.0 • 0 - Auto format detect • 1 - Dolby Pro Logic II • 2 - Stereo 2.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command aux1chsrc Description Selects the channel to output to AUX 1 and sets the volume to track with the master volume or stay at a fixed output level. Syntax s auxlchsrc [p1] [p2] Parameters [p] p1 options: Example Returned Value s auxlchsrc 13 0 AUX1CHSRC CH13 FIXD • 0 - Channel, no audio is out put to AUX 1 • 1...
Description Syntax Parameters [p] Example Returned Value p1 options (cont.): aux2chsrc (cont.) • 19 - Channel, audio is down-mixed to the right channel p2 options: • 0 - Fixed level volume control • 1 - Track with master volume avpair Returns the channel and volume information for AUX 2. r aux2chsrc none r aux2chsrc AUX2CHSRC CH8 MVOL Sets the default audio/video pair. s avpair [p1] [p2] p1 options: s avpair 2 0 AV PAIR HDMI3 16CH Returns the default audio/video setting.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command Description Syntax Parameters [p] Example Returned Value p2 options (cont.): avpair (cont.) • 8 - Coax 3 • 9 - Analog1 • 10 - Analog2 • 11 - Analog3 • 12 - Mic • 13 - None biamplcr biamplcrcaux biamplcrcxover Sets the bi-amp L/ C/R configuration to enabled or disabled. s biamplcr [p1] Returns the bi-amp L/C/R configuration. r biamplcr Enables or disables the LC and RC to Aux 1/2.
biamplflvl Description Sets the output level of the lowfrequency bi-amp output. Syntax s biamplflvl [p1] [p2] p1 options: Example Returned Value s biamplflvl 7 -10 BIAMPLFLVL RCTR -10.0 r biamplflvl 7 BIAMPLFLVL RCTR -10.0 s biamplfphs 2 10 BIAMPLFPHS FR 10 r biamplfphs 2 BIAMPLFPHS FR 10 • 0 - Center • 1 - Front Left • 2 - Front Right The Bi-amp L/C/R configuration must be enabled (biamplcr) before setting the LV Bi-amp output. Returns the output level of the lowfrequency bi-amp output.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command biamplsrsaux biamplsrsxover Description Syntax Enables or disables the bi-amp LR surrounds to Aux 1/2. s biamplsrsaux [p1] Returns the current bi-amp LR surrounds to Aux 1/2 setting. r biamplsrsaux Sets the bi-amp LS and RS to Aux 1/2 crossover frequency in increments of 1 Hz.
brightness Description Sets the picture brightness. Syntax s brightness [p1] [p2] Parameters [p] p1 options: • 0 - HDMI 1 Example s brightness 1 60 s brightness Returned Value BRIGHTNESS FOR HDMI2 :60 • 1 - HDMI 2 Returns the picture brightness. r brightness [p1] • 2 - HDMI 3 / DVI-I • 3 - HDMI 4 / DVI-D r brightness 1 BRIGHTNESS FOR HDMI2 :60 s btmcrop 1 30 HDMI2 BTMCROP IS SET TO 30 r btmcrop 1 HDMI2 BTMCROP IS SET TO 30 • 4 - Component 1 • 5 - Component 2 • 6 - VGA p2 options: • 0...
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command colortemp Description Syntax Sets color temperature of the picture. s colortemp [p1] [p2] Returns the color temperature of the picture.
disptelwel Description Enables or disables the Telnet welcome message. When enabled, the Syntax s disptelwel [p1] Parameters [p] p1 options: Example Returned Value s disptelwel 1 TELNET WEOCOME DISPLAY IS ENABLED • 0 - Disable • 1 - Enable TELNET WELCOME!! message displays. drcdd drctruehd 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual Returns the Telnet welcome message setting.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command dviclrdpth Description Sets the HDMI color depth. Syntax s dviclrdpth [p1] Parameters [p] p1 options: Example Returned Value s dviclrdpth 1 DVICLRDPTH 10BIT • 0 - 8-bit • 1 - 10-bit eq Returns the HDMI color depth. r dviclrdpth none r dviclrdpth DVICLRDPTH 10BIT Sets the EQ adjustment for each speaker using the specified center frequency. s eq [p1] [p2] [p3] p1 options: s eq 2 18 -5 FR EQ1250 IS SET TO -5.
eq (cont.) Description Syntax Parameters [p] p2 options (cont.): • 13 - 400 Hz • 14 - 500 Hz • 15 - 630 Hz • 16 - 800 Hz • 17 - 1000 Hz • 18 - 1250 Hz • 19 - 1600 Hz • 20 - 2000 Hz • 21 - 2500 Hz • 22 - 3150 Hz • 23 - 4000 Hz • 24 - 5000 Hz • 25 - 6300 Hz • 26 - 8000 Hz • 27 - 10000 Hz • 28 - 12500 Hz • 29 - 16000 Hz • 30 - 20000 Hz p3 options: • -12...12 - dB Level Example Returned Value FR EQ315 IS SET TO 0.0 FR EQ400 IS SET TO 0.0 FR EQ500 IS SET TO 0.0 FR EQ630 IS SET TO 0.0 FR EQ800 IS SET TO 0.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command Description Syntax Parameters [p] Example eq (cont.) gateway help Returned Value FR EQ20000 IS SET TO 0.0 r eq 2 18 FR EQ1250 IS SET TO -5.0 Sets the gateway (router) IP address. s gateway [p1] p1 is the gateway IP address using a dotdecimal notation. Each number must be within the range of 0-255. The default gateway is 192.168.206.1. s gateway 192.168.206.1 GATEWAY 192.168.206.
hichsrc Description Syntax Selects the hearing impaired channel source and sets the volume control. s hichsrc [p1] [p2] Returns the hearing impaired output channel. r hichsrc [p1] Parameters [p] p1 options: Example Returned Value s hichsrc 3 1 HICHSRC CH3 MVOL r hichsrc 3 HICHSRC CH3 MVOL s hposition 3 20 HDMI4 HPOSITION IS SET TO 20 r hposition 3 HDMI4 HPOSITION IS SET TO 20 • 0 - Channel; no audio is sent to the hearing impaired output • 1...
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command hstretch Description Sets the percentage of horizontal picture stretch. Syntax s hstretch [p1] [p2] p1 options: Example Returned Value s hstretch 1 -30 HDMI2 HSTRETCH IS SET TO -30 r hstretch 1 HDMI2 HSTRETCH IS SET TO -30 s httpport 80 HTTP PORT 80 • 0 - HDMI 1 • 1 - HDMI 2 • 2 - HDMI 3 / DVI-I Resize (resize) must be set to Advanced before using this command.
ipconfig Description Returns the current TCP/IP settings of the SKA-3D (r). Syntax r ipconfig Parameters [p] none Example r ipconfig Returned Value IP 192.168.1.239 SUBNET 255.255.255.0 GATEWAY 192.168.206.1 PORT 80 TELNET PORT 23 lfephs lftcrop Adjusts the phase of the LFE output. s lfephs [p1] Returns the phase of the LFE output. r lfephs Sets the percentage of picture crop from the left side of the picture.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command lipsync Description Syntax Sets the lip sync (audio delay) for the specified source. s lipsync [p1] [p2] Returns the lip sync delay.
mainhp Description Syntax Enables or disables the main high-pass filter for the specified speaker. s mainhp [p1] [p2] Returns the main high-pass filter setting for the specified speaker.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command mstervol Description Sets the master volume level. Syntax s mstervol [p1] Parameters [p] p1 options: Example Returned Value s mstervol 3.4 MSTERVOL 3.4 • 0.0...10.0 - Volume level in dB The Web interface is immediately updated to reflect the master volume change. The minimum volume increment is 0.1. mute output Returns the master volume level. r mstervol none r mstervol MSTERVOL 3.
phase Description Sets the phase adjustment for the specified video input. Syntax s phase [p1] [p2] p1 options: Example Returned Value s phase 2 75 HDMI3 PHASE IS SET TO 75 r phase 2 HDMI3 PHASE IS SET TO 75 s preset 1 1 0 2 1 7.5 PRESET1: HDMI 2 DIG DCI Dolby Surr 7.1 CUSTOM 7.5 • 0 - HDMI 1 (n/a) • 1 - HDMI 2 (n/a) • 2 - HDMI 3 / DVI-I Adjustment is not applicable to HDMI 1, HDMI 3, and HDMI 4 / DVI-D inputs.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command Description Syntax Parameters [p] Example Returned Value p3 options (continued): preset (cont.) Applies the defined preset to the SKA3D. r preset [p1] • 3 - Optical 1 • 4 - Optical 2 • 5 - Optical 3 • 6 - Coax 1 r preset 1 PRESET1: HDMI 2 DIG DCI Dolby Surr 7.1 CUSTOM 7.
reboot Description Performs a softboot on SKA-3D. All changes are finalized or parameters are reset. Network settings are preserved. Syntax s reboot Parameters [p] none Example s reboot Reboot now... SKA-3D Version : V1.4Et05 Jun 10 2013 15:28:24 Boot Version: V1.4 This command has no query command. resize Returned Value Re-sizes the output video signal to the specified setting. s resize [p1] [p2] Returns the output video signal size.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command ritcrop Description Syntax Sets the percentage of picture cropping on the right side of the screen. s ritcrop [p1] [p2] Returns the percentage of right side picture cropping.
spkrconf Description Sets the speaker configuration. Syntax s spkrconf [p1] Parameters [p] p1 options include: Example Returned Value s spkrconf 2 SPKRCONF 3Screen + 2Surrounds • 0 - Mono center • 1 - Stereo left/right • 2 - 3 screen + 2 surrounds • 3 - 3 screen + 4 surrounds • 4 - 5 screen + 2 surrounds • 5 - 5 screen + 4 surrounds spkrdlay Returns the speaker configuration. r spkrconf none r spkrconf SPKRCONF 3Screen + 2Surrounds Sets the audio delay for the specified speaker.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command spkrlvl Description Syntax Sets the audio level for the specified speaker. s spkrlvl [p1] [p2] Returns the speaker audio level.
subbnd3fo subbnd4fo subbndbw 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual subbndlvl Description Syntax Sets the center frequency for band 3 of the LFE parametric EQ. s subbnd3fo [p1] Returns the center frequency for band 3 of the LFE parametric EQ. r subbnd3fo Sets the center frequency for band 4 of the LFE parametric EQ. s subbnd4fo [p1] Returns the center frequency for band 4 of the LFE parametric EQ.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command subhp subhpfrq sublp sublpfrq subnet Description Syntax Enables or disables the LFE high-pass filter. s subhp [p1] Returns the LFE high-pass filter setting. r subhp Sets the LFE highpass frequency. s subhpfrq [p1] Returns the LFE high-pass frequency. r subhpfrq Enables or disables the LFE low-pass filter. s sublp [p1] Returns the LFE low-pass filter setting. r sublp Sets the LFE lowpass frequency.
telnetport testnoise Description Sets the telnet listening port. Syntax s telnetport [p1] Parameters [p] p1 options: Example s telnetport 26 • 0...65535 - the Telnet listening port. The default value is 23. Returned Value Close telnet user... TELNET PORT 26 Returns the telnet listening port. r telnetport none r telnetport TELNET PORT 26 Sets the pink noise test signal for the specified speaker to enabled or disabled.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command testvideo Description Enables or disables the test image for picture adjustment. Syntax s testvideo [p1] Parameters [p] p1 options: Example Returned Value s testvideo 1 VIDEO TEST PATTERN IS ENABLED • 0 - Disable • 1 - Enable The test pattern is output at 2K resolution, regardless of the selected video output resolution. topcrop Returns the test image setting for picture adjustment.
trgrintst Description Tests the specified trigger input for proper operation. Syntax s trgrintst [p1] Parameters [p] p1 options include: Example s trgrintst 2 • 1...8 - Trigger Returned Value PRESET1 is applied SOURCE HDMI1 This command has no query command. AUDIO OPT3 AUDPRCCON STEREO 2.0 MSTERVOL 9.0 trgrout Sets the trigger input to respond to selected events. s trgrout [p1] [p2] [p3] [p4] [p5] Returns the events that a trigger input is set to respond to.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command trgrout (cont.
Description Syntax Parameters [p] Example Returned Value p4 action event options: trgrout (cont.) • 0 - Level • 1 - Pulse p5 options: • 0...10000 - Pulse duration in milliseconds username vichsrc Sets the telnet username. s username [p1] p1 is the case-sensitive Telnet username. The maximum length of is 20 characters. s username flynn USERNAME IS “flynn” Returns the telnet username.
Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev. 1 (10-2013) Command vposition Description Sets the vertical position of the cropped output image. Syntax s vposition [p1] [p2] p1 options include: Example Returned Value s vposition 1 20 HDMI2 VPOSITION IS SET TO 20 r vposition 1 HDMI2 VPOSITION IS SET TO 20 s vstretch 1 -20 HDMI2 VSTRETCH IS SET TO -20 r vstretch 1 HDMI2 VSTRETCH IS SET TO -20 • 0 - HDMI 1 • 1 - HDMI 2 • 2 - HDMI 3 / DVI-I The default setting is 0 (centered).
Serial Control Send a Serial Ethernet Command from the Christie ACT Provide the serial string with a trailing carriage return and line feed to the SKA-3Ds IP address and port number. : \r\n For example; Send a Serial Ethernet Command from the Christie IMB Provide a serial string with a trailing carriage return and line feed hexadecimal code to the SKA-3Ds IP address and port number.
Web Interface This section provides information about the SKA-3D web interface. Access the SKA-3D Web Interface 1. Open a web browser. 2. Type the SKA-3D IP address in the navigation bar. For example, http://192.168.206.100 3. Press Enter. Input / Output Screen Ref. Item Description A Video Input Sets the current video input. B Current Status Displays the current input and output information for both video and audio. C Audio Monitor Sets the audio source to monitor.
Web Interface Ref. Item Description G Switch Activates the newly selected audio and video selections. H Save Saves the newly selected video and audio selections. Video Settings Screen Ref. Item Description A Picture Settings Sets the picture settings. Move the Contrast, Brightness, or Phase slider to adjust settings between 0 and 100. Click Reset to set all values to 50. B Select Video Input to Adjust Sets the video input to adjust.
Web Interface Ref. Item Description I Output Resolution Sets the output resolution. The video source frame rate is unaffected. No frame rate conversion takes place. J Size & Position Sets the image horizontal stretch (width), vertical stretch (height), and position. Click Reset to reset the size and position values to 0. K 3D Mode Sets the 3D output mode. Available options include: • Sequential - the left and right eye 3D signals are over a single output.
Web Interface Ref. F Item Description Bi-amp LC and RC to Aux 1/2 Sets the crossover frequency for the left and right center speakers to Aux 1/2. Move the slider to adjust the frequency in 5 Hz increments between 40 and 4000 Hz (4 kHz). Select the Enable check box to activate the crossover. Speaker Configuration must be set to 5-Screen + 2-Surrounds, or 5-Screen + 4Surrounds to adjust this frequency. Audio Processing Tab Ref.
Web Interface Delay Settings Tab Ref. Item Description A Lipsync Delay Sets the lipsync (audio) delay for each input source. Move the slider to adjust the delay between 0...250 milliseconds. The selected delay is displayed in the box at the right. Click Reset to reset all lipsync delay values to zero. B Speaker Distance Sets the distance for each speaker. Select the required measurement: Feet or Meters; then move the slider to adjust the distance.
Web Interface Ref. C Item Description Bi-amp and Phase Levels Sets the high-frequency (HF) and low-frequency (LF) levels and low-frequency audio phase. Levels range between 0 and -20 dB and the phase range is between 180° and -180°. When Link is selected, the high and low frequencies are adjusted at the same rate. The Bi-amp L/C/R Configuration must be enabled to use this feature. D Test Signal Generates a -20 dBFS pink noise test signal.
Web Interface Ref. A (cont.) Item LFE Parametric EQ (cont.) Description • HPF (adjustment) - move the slider to adjust the high-pass filter frequency between 5 and 40 Hz in 1 Hz increments. The HPF (High-Pass Filter) must be enabled to use this control. • LPF (adjustment) - move the slider to adjust the low-pass frequency between 100 and 250 Hz in 1 Hz increments. Select LPF (Low-Pass Filter) to activate this adjustment.
Web Interface Phantom Power Tab Ref. A Item Mic Phantom Power Description Sets the phantom power for the microphone. Available options include Off or On. Automation Screen This section describes the Automation screen tabs. Presets Tab Ref. Item Description A Preset and Preset Name Sets a name for each preset. The preset name must be 15 characters or less. B Switch to Video Input Sets the video input for the specified preset.
Web Interface Ref. Item Description E Set Master Volume Level Specifies the type of volume used by the preset. Available options include: No Change, and Custom. F Custom Vol. Level Sets a custom volume level for the specified preset. Move the slider between 0.0 and 10.0 until the desired volume is obtained. This setting is only available when Set Master Volume Level is set to Custom. If the Set Master Volume Level is set to No Change, the sliders cannot be moved.
Web Interface Trigger Outputs Tab Use the eight 12V triggers to control lighting systems, curtains, motorized screens, or automation devices. Each trigger can be configured separately. Ref. Item Description A Event Trigger Sets the event trigger to be used. B Output State Sets the initial state of the trigger. Available options include: Normally Open, and Normally closed. C Action Sets the trigger type. Available options include: Pulse, and Level. Specify Pulse Duration if Pulse is selected.
Web Interface System Configuration Screen Ref. A Item IP Configuration Description Sets the following: • MAC Address - provides the MAC address of the SKA-3D. This information is not editable. • IP Address - sets the IP address. This must be valid and unused IP address on your network. The maximum value for each number is 255. • Subnet - sets the subnet mask. The default is 255.255.255.0. • Gateway - sets the router IP address. The maximum value for each number is 255.
Troubleshooting This section provides information and procedures for resolving common issues with the SKA-3D. If you cannot resolve an issue, contact a Christie representative. See the back cover of this document for the contact information for your region. Problem Power is not available Resolution • Connect the SKA-3D power cord to an AC outlet. • Turn the power switch on the back panel on. • Verify that the front panel LCM displays the Status Screen.
Specifications This section provides the specifications for the SKA-3D. Supported Video Formats The SKA-3D supports up to 1080p / 2k 60 Hz video formats.
Specifications Format VGA / DVI-A Component 1920 x 1080p / 30 Hz HDMI DVI (Digital) 2048 x 1080p / 24 Hz Bypass Only Bypass Only 2048 x 1080p / 25 Hz Bypass Only Bypass Only 2048 x 1080p / 30 Hz Bypass Only Bypass Only 2048 x 1080p / 48 Hz Bypass Only Bypass Only 2048 x 1080p / 50 Hz Bypass Only Bypass Only 2048 x 1080p / 60 Hz Bypass Only Bypass Only Supported Audio Formats Specification Audio Value • Digital PCM, up to 16 channels • Balanced analog + 4 dB, up to 8 channels
Specifications Connections Specification Outputs Video • HDMI L / DVI-D (left eye in dual stream 3D mode; active output in sequential 3D mode • HDMI R / DVI-D (right eye in dual stream 3D mode) Audio • 8 x Balanced Analog (DB-25) • L (left) Low, Balanced Analog (3-Pin Phoenix) • C (center) Low, Balanced Analog (3-Pin Phoenix) • R (right) Low, Balanced Analog (3-Pin Phoenix) • Aux 1 / LS (left surround) Low, Balanced Analog (3-Pin Phoenix) • Aux 2 / RS (right surround) Low, Balanced Analog (3Pin Phoenix
Specifications Specification DB-25, Male, Balanced Analog out • Reference level: 300 mV (rms), 0 dBFS output = 3 V (rms) • Output impedance: <100 Ω • Frequency response: ±0.5 dB @ 20 to 20 kHz ±3.0 dB @ 10 to 38 kHz • THD: <0.001% @ 1 kHz 3 V (rms) • SNR: 110 dB, A-weight, 20 to 20 kHz Analog Balanced Secondary Output, Phoenix Connector (HI, VI/N) • Reference level: 150 mV • Frequency response: ±0.5 dB @ 20 to 20 kHz • THD: <0.
Specifications Connector Pins This section defines the SKA-3D connector pinouts. DB-25, Female, Balanced Analog In The DB-25 connector conforms to the THX standard.
Specifications Pin Signal Channel 21 Not Used N/A 22 Shield 5 Left Surround (LS) 23 + 5 Left Surround (LS) 24 + 6 Right Surround (RS) 25 + 4 Subwoofer DB-25, Female, DCI AES Digital In (8 pairs / 16 ch) Pin Signal Description 1 + Pair 8 2 Shield Pair 8 3 - Pair 7 4 + Pair 6 5 Shield Pair 6 6 - Pair 5 7 + Pair 4 8 Shield Pair 4 9 - Pair 3 10 + Pair 2 11 Shield Pair 2 12 - Pair 1 13 Not Used N/A 14 - Pair 8 15 + Pair 7 16 Shield Pair 7
Specifications Pin Signal Description 19 Shield Pair 5 20 - Pair 4 21 + Pair 3 22 Shield Pair 3 23 - Pair 2 24 + Pair 1 25 Shield Pair 1 DB-25, Male, Balanced Analog Out The DB-25 connector conforms to the THX standard.
Specifications Pin Signal Channel 15 Shield 7 Back Left/Left Center 16 + 7 Back Left/Left Center 17 - 3 Center (C) 18 Shield 8 Back Right/Right Center 19 + 8 Back Right/Right Center 20 - 2 Right (R) 21 Not Used 22 Shield 5 Left Surround (LS) 23 + 5 Left Surround (LS) 24 + 6 Right Surround (RS) 25 + 4 Subwoofer N/A RJ-45 Pinout (Alt 1) Pin Signal Description 1 + Pair 1 2 - Pair 1 3 + Pair 2 4 + Pair 3 5 - Pair 3 6 - Pair 2 7 + Pair 4 8
Specifications RJ-45 Pinout (Alt 2) Pin Signal Description 1 + Pair 5 2 - Pair 5 3 + Pair 6 4 + Pair 7 5 - Pair 7 6 - Pair 6 7 + Pair 8 8 - Pair 8 VI/N Phoenix Connector (VI/N and HI) Pin Signal 1 + 2 - 3 Shield Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev.
Specifications Contact Closure Inputs The voltage levels for inputs are: Pin Signal 1 + 2 - 3 + 4 - 5 + 6 - 7 + 8 - 9 + 10 - 11 + 12 - 13 + 14 - 15 + 16 - 94 Christie Vive Audio SKA-3D User Manual 020-101056-02 Rev.
Specifications Audio Pins This section describes the SKA-3D audio pinouts.
Specifications DB-25, Male, Balanced Analog Audio Out Channel Description 1 Left (L) 2 Right (R) 3 Center (C) 4 Low frequency effects (LFE) 5 Left Surround (LS) 6 Right Surround (RS) 7 Left Center / Left Back 8 Right Center / Right Back Channel Mapping This section describes channel mapping in relation to the SKA-3D audio input signal. 3 Screen Channels and 2 Surround Channels DCI 6-Channel or Dolby Digital 5.
Specifications Channel Input Output Bottom left side (BLS) Bottom right side (BRS) Left center (LC) Right center (RC) Low frequency effects (LFE) DCI 8-Channel or SDDS 7.1 Channel Input Output Left (L) Right (R) Center (C) Left surround (LS) Right surround (RS) Bottom left side (BLS) Bottom right side (BRS) Left center (LC) a Right center (RC) a Low frequency effects (LFE) a. Not used. Dolby Surround 7.
Specifications a. Down-mixed to LS. b. Down-mixed to RS. 3 Screen Channels and 4 Surround Channels DCI 6-Channel or Dolby Digital 5.1 Channel Input Output Left (L) Right (R) Center (C) Left surround (LS) Right surround (RS) Bottom left side (BLS) a Bottom right side (BRS) b Left center (LC) Right center (RC) Low frequency effects (LFE) a. LS is duplicated on BLS. b. RS is duplicated on BRS. DCI 8-Channel or SDDS 7.
Specifications Channel Right surround (RS) Input Output Bottom left side (BLS) a Bottom right side (BRS) b Left center (LC) c Right center (RC) C Low frequency effects (LFE) a. LS is duplicated on BLS. b. RS is duplicated on BRS. c. Not used. Dolby Surround 7.
Specifications DCI 6-Channel or Dolby Digital 5.1 Channel Input Output Left (L) Right (R) Center (C) Left surround (LS) Right surround (RS) Bottom left side (BLS) Bottom right side (BRS) Left center (LC) a Right center (RC) a Low frequency effects (LFE) a. Not used. DCI 8-Channel or SDDS 7.
Specifications Channel Input Output Left surround (LS) + BLS Right surround (RS) + BRS Bottom left side (BLS) a Bottom right side (BRS) b Left center (LC) c Right center (RC) c Low frequency effects (LFE) a. Down-mixed to LS. b. Down-mixed to RS. c. Not used. 5 Screen Channels and 4 Surround Channels DCI 6-Channel or Dolby Digital 5.
Specifications Channel Low frequency effects (LFE) Input Output a. Not used. DCI 8-Channel or SDDS 7.1 Channel Input Output Left (L) Right (R) Center (C) Left surround (LS) Right surround (RS) Bottom left side (BLS) a Bottom right side (BRS) b Left center (LC) Right center (RC) Low frequency effects (LFE) a. LS is duplicated on BLS. b. RS is duplicated on BRS. Dolby Surround 7.
Specifications Default Settings This section provides the default SKA-3D settings that are used with the web interface. Input / Output Settings Setting Default Value Video Input HDMI 1 Audio Input Digital DCI AES Source Select Mix Master Volume 7.
Specifications Speaker Configuration Setting Default Value Speaker Configuration 3-Screen + 2-Surrounds Bi-amp L/C/R Configuration Disabled Frequency: 160 Hz Bi-amp LS and RS to Aux 1/2 Disabled Frequency: 160 Hz Bi-amp LC and RC to Aux 1.2 Disabled Frequency: 160 Hz Audio Processing Setting Default Value Audio Processing Mode (Professional) DCI 6 Channel Mapping 5.
Specifications Setting Speaker Distance Default Value Left: 0.0 ft Right: 0.0 ft Center: 0.0 ft Low frequency effects (LFE): 0.0 ft Left Surround: 0.0 ft Right Surround: 0.0 ft Left Center: 0.0 ft Right Center: 0.0 ft Back Left Surround: 0.0 ft Back Right Surround: 0.0 ft Output Channel EQ Setting Default Value Select Channel to Adjust Center Channel Level (db) 0.0 Bi-amp LF Level (dB) / Phase (Deg) 0.
Specifications Setting Center Frequency (Hz): Level (dB) (cont.) Default Value 500:0 630:0 800:0 1000:0 1250:0 1600:0 2000:0 2500:0 3150:0 4000:0 5000:0 6300:0 8000:0 10000:0 12500:0 16000:0 20000:0 LFE EQ Setting Bandwidth (Band: Frequency) Default Value Band 1: 30 Hz Band 2: 30 Hz Band 3: 30 Hz Band 4: 30 Hz HPF (High-Pass Filter) Disabled Band (Level) Band 1: 0.0 dB Band 2: 0.0 dB Band 3: 0.0 dB Band 4: 0.
Specifications Setting Default Value Center Frequency Band 1: 130 Hz Band 2: 130 Hz Band 3: 130 Hz Band 4: 130 Hz Low frequency effects (LFE) Level (dB) 0.
Specifications Trigger Inputs Setting Trigger Input 1...Trigger Input 8 Default Value Trigger input: Normally low Switch to Preset: None Preset Name: None Trigger Outputs Setting Trigger Output 1...Trigger Output 4 Default Value Event Trigger: HDMI 1 Output State: Normally Open Action: Level Pulse Duration: 0 System Configuration Settings This section provides the default system configuration settings. IP Configuration Setting Default Value MAC Address (Unit-Dependant) IP Address 192.168.206.
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