Installation manual
Table Of Contents
- 1 Kaleido-Alto & Kaleido-Quad
- 2 Installation
- 2.1 Unpacking
- 2.2 Mechanical Installation
- 2.3 Power Connection
- 2.4 Signal and Control Connections
- 2.4.1 HD-SDI Video Inputs
- 2.4.2 SD-SDI Video Inputs
- 2.4.3 Composite Video Inputs
- 2.4.4 DVI Input
- 2.4.5 DVI Resolutions Supported with a KXI-DVI-Bridge Connected to the Kaleido’s HD-SDI Input
- 2.4.6 Analog Audio Inputs (Optional Alto-SA Mezzanine with 10 or 4 Inputs)
- 2.4.7 Digital Audio Input (Optional Alto-AES Mezzanine)
- 2.4.8 PC Audio Input
- 2.4.9 Component Analog (RGBHV) Output
- 2.4.10 DVI Output
- 2.4.11 Audio Monitoring Output
- 2.4.12 GPI Inputs /Outputs
- 2.4.13 Ethernet
- 2.4.14 USB
- 2.5 Dual power supplies (Optional)
- 2.6 Multiple Kaleido-Alto/Quad Installations
- 3 Operation
- 4 Technical Specifications
- Annex – Kaleido Display Resolution
- Contact Us!
Installation Manual
3 Operation
The Kaleido-Alto has no local controls beyond the power switch. Operational concerns are outlined here, but for
detailed operating instructions, see the Kaleido-Alto/Quad/Quad-Dual User’s Manual. Periodically, new
software versions may be uploaded using “live update” through the Ethernet connection.
3.1 Powering Up
The power switch is located on the rear panel of the Kaleido-Alto/Quad, just above the power cord. Plug the
cord into an appropriate AC power supply, and set the switch to ON ( I ). If you have just switched the unit
OFF ( 0 ), always wait a few seconds before turning it ON again to ensure proper startup procedure.
3.2 Front Panel Status LED
There is a system status LED mounted on the front panel of the Kaleido-Alto/Quad. This LED gives operational
status when powering up the unit, and signals any malfunction of the unit. Note that this LED does not report on
the status of the inputs connected at the back.
Figure 3.1 Front panel status LED (same location on Alto and Quad)
At startup, the LED will briefly light up red, then flashing yellow. After 10 to 15 seconds the LED lights up green
to indicate normal system operation. Other states may be:
Yellow (continuous): System boot-up problem or live update not completed correctly
Red (continuous): System failure
3.3 Startup and Preparation
The Kaleido-Alto is shipped with the current version of the software installed, and configured to auto-start when
the system is powered on. Upon initial startup, the system will present the default monitoring window at its
output. Upon subsequent start-ups, the system will present the last monitoring window that was present before
shut-down. See the Kaleido-Alto/Quad/Quad-Dual User’s Manual for detailed instructions on how to operate the
software.
3.4 Software Installation
In case of recovery from a system failure, or when a software update is available, it may be necessary to install
the Kaleido-Alto/Quad/Quad-Dual software or the KEdit layout editor. All the necessary software is delivered on
a CD included in the product package, or downloaded from Miranda’s web site. As the Kaleido-Alto/Quad unit
does not have a CD drive, it is necessary to install the software from a remote computer through a network
connection. Installation of the software is detailed in a ReadMe file included with the update.
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