Operating Instructions Multi-format Live Switcher Model No. AV-HS300G Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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Contents Description . ............................................. 6 3. Setup . ................................................. 28 Features ................................................... 6 3-1 Setting the input signals ............................... 3-1-1 Setting the input signals (IN 1 to 5) ........ 3-1-2 Setting the input signal frame synchronizer ......................................... 3-1-3 Setting the DVI input signals (IN6) ......... Precautions for use ..............................
Description This unit is a 1ME digital video switcher which supports multiple HD and SD formats. While featuring compact dimensions, it can optionally support HD analog component inputs (5) in addition to the five SDI inputs and one DVI-I input. Since a frame synchronizer is incorporated for each of the inputs, asynchronous video signals can be switched without “shocking” or “freezing”. Furthermore, the images created by a PC can be captured via Ethernet.
Precautions for use Handle carefully. Do not drop the product, or subject it to strong shock or vibration. Do not carry or move the product by the fader lever. This is important to prevent trouble. Use the product in an ambient temperature of 32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C). Avoid using the product at a cold place below 32 °F (0 °C) or at a hot place above 104 °F (40 °C) because extremely low or high temperature will adversely affect the parts inside.
1. Functions in each area 1-1. Control panel Power indicator [POWER] This lights when the power switch (2) is set to ON while power is supplied to the DC power socket. It goes off when the power switch (2) is set to OFF. Power switch When this switch is set to “ I ” while power is supplied to the DC power socket, the unit’s power is turned on, and the power indicator (1) lights.
1. Functions in each area 1-2. Crosspoint area PGM/A bus crosspoint switches [PGM/A 1 to 7] These are used to select the PGM/A bus video signals. In the case of the flip-flop system, the main line video (PGM) signals are always selected. PST/B bus crosspoint switches [PST/B 1 to 7] These are used to select the PST/B bus video signals. In the case of the flip-flop system, the images inserted next (PST) are always selected.
1. Functions in each area 1-3. Wipe area Wipe pattern selector switches [WIPE PATTERN / FUNC] These are used to select the wipe patterns. Each switch is used to select one of the nine wipe patterns. The indicator of the switch for the selected pattern lights (in amber). When the [FUNC] switch (9) has been pressed and its indicator is lighted, the function setting menu is selected, and the indicator lights up green. Wipe direction selector switch [N N/R R] This is used to select the wipe direction.
1. Functions in each area 1-4. Transition area [BKGD] switch This executes the background transition when the [AUTO] switch () or fader lever () has been operated. When the [BKGD] switch is pressed and it is selected, its indicator is lighted in amber. If the [KEY] switch () is now pressed, the indicator goes off, and the de‑selected status is established. When the [BKGD] switch and [KEY] switch () are pressed at the same time, both switches are set to the selected status.
1. Functions in each area Fader lever This is used to execute background or key transitions. When it is moved as far as it will go, the transition is completed. When it has been operated during auto transition, auto transition will be switched to manual operation as soon as the fader position overtakes the amount of the transition being executed. Bus tally LEDs These indicate the output statuses of the A bus and B bus.
1. Functions in each area 1-6.
2. Basic operations 2-1. Transitions 2-1-1. Selecting the bus Press the crosspoint switches to select the material which will be targeted for the background transition. By pressing these switches, the signals are selected, and the indicators of the selected switches light. The color in which the switch indicators light differs depending on the operation status. Lighting in red: When the selected input signals are output to PGM. Lighting in green: When the selected input signals are not output to PGM.
2. Basic operations 2-1-3. Selecting the transition mode Use the [BKGD] and [KEY] switches in the transition area to select the bus signals for which the transition is to be executed. If the switches have been pressed at the same time, both switches are selected. The indicator of a selected switch lights in amber. The switches cannot be selected while a transition is being executed or suspended. Use the [MIX] and [WIPE] switches in the transition area to select the background transition mode.
2. Basic operations 2-2. Wipe 2-2-1. Selecting the wipe pattern Press one of the wipe pattern selector switches to select the desired wipe pattern from among the nine patterns available. The indicator of the selected wipe pattern selector switch lights in amber. 2-2-2. Selecting the wipe direction Operate the transition direction selector switch (DIP switch) to select the wipe direction. N: For setting the wipe direction to the normal direction.
2. Basic operations Changing the soft effect amount On the BODR menu, turn [F3], and set the soft effect amount using the SOFT item. A setting of “0” means that the soft effect is OFF. Setting the border color On the BODR menu, turn [F4], and set the border color using the COLR item. When USR1 to 4 (user colors) has been selected, the color can be adjusted on the USR1 to 4 menu. Adjusting the border color When USR1, 2, 3 or 4 has been selected, the border color can be adjusted.
2. Basic operations 2-3. Key 2-3-1. Selecting the key source Selecting the key source signals The signals assigned to crosspoints 1 to 7 can be used for the key source signals. While holding down the [KEY-S] switch in the source selection area, press one of the B bus crosspoint switches [1] to [7] to select the key source signal. The indicators of the [KEY-S] switch and selected crosspoint switch light in amber.
2. Basic operations 2-3-2. Setting the key Selecting the key type 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [KEY] switch to display the KEY menu. 2 Turn [F1] to display the KEY menu (sub menu). 3 Turn [F2], and select the TYPE item. SELF (self key/luminance key): The key signals are created from the luminance signals of the key fill material. Since key fill signals are used as the key source, the signals selected by the key source are ignored.
2. Basic operations 2-3-4. Selecting key fill Selecting the key fill signals In addition to the signals assigned to crosspoints 1 to 7, special fill colors can be used for the key fill signals. While holding down the [KEY-F] switch in the source selection area, press one of the B bus crosspoint switches 1 to 7 to select the key fill signal. The indicators of the [KEY-F] switch and selected crosspoint switch light (in amber). Bus images are not used when the fill color has been selected on the menu.
2. Basic operations Adjusting the fill color The fill color can be adjusted when USR1 to 4 have been selected. Use of USR1 to 4 is shared by the border color, color background and edge color. 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [KEY] switch to display the KEY menu. 2 Turn [F1] to display the USR1 to 4 (user color) menu. 3 Turn [F2], [F3] and [F4] to adjust the color (HUE, SAT and LUM). 643 )6& 4"5 -6. 2-3-5.
2. Basic operations Adjusting the edge color The edge color can be adjusted when USR1, 2, 3 or 4 has been selected. Use of USR1 to 4 is shared by the border color, color background and fill color. 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [EDGE] switch to display the EDGE menu. 2 Turn [F1] to display the USR1 to 4 (user color) menu. 3 Turn [F2], [F3] and [F4] to adjust the color (HUE, SAT and LUM). 643 )6& 4"5 -6.
2. Basic operations 2-4. Color background The color background to be used by the bus can be set. One color among the eight preset colors (WHITE, YELLOW, CYAN, GREEN, MAGENTA, RED, BLUE and BLACK) and four user colors can be selected. HUE, SAT and LUM adjustments can be performed for the user colors. 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [CBGD] switch to display the CBGD menu. 2 Turn [F2], and select the color using the COLR item. $#(% $0-3 8)5 :-8 $:/ (3/ .
2. Basic operations 2-5. Freezing the input signals The input signals can be frozen and used. If any of the input signals has been frozen, the freeze status display LED lights. While signals are frozen, the tally signals of the corresponding input will not be output. 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [FRZ] switch to display the FRZ menu. 2 Turn [F1] to display the FRZ (2/2) menu. 3 Turn [F2], and select the input video signals using the SIG item.
2. Basic operations 2-6. Frame memory AUX output signals can be stored in the frame memory for use. Stored images can be used as the bus images by assigning the FMEM signals using the crosspoint assignment process. Images stored in the frame memory are also saved in the unit’s flash memory so they can be used even after the power is turned off. Stored images have an 8-bit format so the image quality may appear rough at times.
2. Basic operations 2-7. Preset memory Up to 10 panel settings can be stored in this memory. The table below lists the settings which are stored.
2. Basic operations RECALL: This is used to recall the preset memory data and change the panel settings. 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [MEM] switch to display the PSMEM (1/3) menu. 2 Turn [F2], select “RECL” using the MODE item, turn [F3], and set the preset memory number using the NO. item. 3 Press the [F4] switch (EXEC) to recall the settings.
3. Setup 3-1. Setting the input signals 3-1-1. Setting the input signals (IN 1 to 5) If HD has been selected as the system format, SDI or analog HD component can be selected for each input. This selection is possible only when the HD analog board has been connected. 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [SETUP] switch to display the SETUP menu. 2 Turn [F1] to display the IN1 to 5 menu.
3. Setup 3-1-3. Setting the DVI input signals (IN6) Selecting the signal system Select the digital or analog system for the DVI input video signals. DIG (digital): Digital input signals of the DVI connector are effective. ANLG (analog): Analog input signals of the DVI connector are effective. 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [SETUP] switch to display the SETUP menu. 2 Turn [F1] to display the DVIIN menu. 3 Turn [F2], and select the signal system using the MODE item.
3. Setup Adjustment Adjust the clock/phase and position of the DVI input signals. 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [SETUP] switch to display the SETUP menu. 2 Turn [F1] to display the DVIPH menu. 3 Turn [F2] to adjust the clock/phase of the analog input signal using the CKPH item. Adjust this setting so that the noise will be minimum level. 4 Turn [F3] to adjust the horizontal position using the HPOS item.
3. Setup 3-2. Setting the output signals 3-2-1. Types of output signals There are three output signal types: PGM, PVW and AUX. PGM: This is the main-line output of the switcher; images with wipe, mix, key and other effects added to them are output. PVW: This is the preview output which enables the next operation to be checked in advance. AUX: Signals selected by the AUX bus are output. 3-2-2. Selecting the AUX signals One of the crosspoints 1 to 7, PGM, PVW or CLN signals can be selected for the AUX bus.
3. Setup 3-3. Selecting the video format One system (input/output signal) video format can be selected. More than one format cannot be selected. If HD is selected, SDI or HD analog component can be selected for each input. (See 3-1-1) 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [SETUP] switch to display the SETUP menu. 2 Turn [F1] to display the FORMT menu. 3 Turn [F2], select the format using the MODE item, and press the [F4] switch (EXEC) to enter the selection.
3. Setup 3-4. Setting the crosspoints 3-4-1. Assigning signals to the crosspoints External video input signals and internally generated signals can be assigned to crosspoint switches 1 to 7. Displaying the assignment statuses 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [XPT] switch to display the XPT menu. 2 The XPTAS (1/3) menu appears first, and the assignment statuses are displayed. The names of the assigned signals are abbreviated on the display.
3. Setup The table below lists the default settings. Switch XP1 XP2 XP3 XP4 XP5 XP6 XP7 Signal BLACK INPUT1 INPUT2 INPUT3 INPUT4 INPUT5 DVIIN Description Internally generated signal, black External video input 1: SDI or analog HD component External video input 2: SDI or analog HD component External video input 3: SDI or analog HD component External video input 4: SDI or analog HD component External video input 5: SDI or analog HD component External video input 6: DVI-I input 3-4-2.
3. Setup 3-5. Setting the sync signals The sync signals to be used by the system can be selected. External sync: For synchronization with an external sync signal (gen-lock). The reference input signal is looped through and output. BBST: Black burst signal (vertical phase of 0H) BBAD: Black burst signal This can be selected when HD format signals are supplied. ( Vertical phase of 90H when the 59.94i or 59.
3. Setup 3-6. Adjusting the output signal phase The phase of the output video signals can be adjusted. 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [SETUP] switch to display the SETUP menu. 2 Turn [F1] to display the OUPHS menu. 3 Turn [F2], and select 0H or 1H using the SYS item. 0H: The output video signals are output to the system REF signal with using in-phase. The frame synchronizer function is ON for all input signals.
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3. Setup 3-7. Network settings Set up the network for transmitting image files by Ethernet. For details on image transmission method, refer to “5. Image transmission functions”. The network initial setup is: IP address: 192.168.0.10, subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 and gateway: 0.0.0.0 (unused). When using the host computer with settings matching the network setup, it is not necessary to setup via the menu. For the setting to take effect, the system must be rebooted. Turn the system’s power off and then back on.
3. Setup Setting the gateway 1 On the SETUP menu, turn [F1] to display the GW (Gateway) menu. 2 Turn [F2] to select the setting location. An asterisk ( ) appears at the setting location. 3 Turn [F3] to set the number, and press the [F3] switch to enter the setting. If the setting is not entered even though it has been changed, “ ! ” appears above the setting location, and when the setting location is moved by turning [F2], the value prior to the change is restored.
3. Setup 3-8. Other settings 3-8-1. LCD backlight The LCD backlight can be set to ON or OFF. 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [SETUP] switch to display the SETUP menu. 2 Turn [F1] to display the SYS menu. Turn [F2], and select ON or OFF for the backlight using the BL item. 4:4 #7"/$ ## 0/ 0'' 0'' 0/ 3-8-2.
3. Setup 3-9. Status displays The statuses can be displayed. 1 Press the [FUNC] switch to light its indicator, and then press the [SETUP] switch to display the SETUP menu. 2 Turn [F1] to display the STATS menu. ALM (alarm): Indicates a fan and/or power supply alarm. FAN Fan alarm POWR Power supply alarm F, P Fan alarm and power supply alarm NO No alarm information OPT (option): Indicates whether or not an optional board is provided. ANLG The HD analog board has been inserted.
4. Setting menu table A setting is entered when an item displayed ( ) is selected and then the [F1], [F2], [F3] or [F4] switch is pressed. (It will not be entered unless the switch is pressed.) Menu TIME WIPE Submenu Parameter 1 Turn F1 to select. Turn F2 to select.
4. Setting menu table Menu CBGD KEY Submenu Turn F1 to select. USR4(*) Parameter 5/5 Setting range Default value KEY Parameter 1/7 Setting range K-ADJ 2/7 FILL 3/7 KEY-F Link from switch USR1(*) 4/7 USR2(*) 5/7 USR3(*) 6/7 USR4(*) 7/7 EDGE EDGE 1/5 USR1(*) 2/5 USR2(*) 3/5 Default value Parameter Setting range Default value Parameter Setting range Parameter 1 Turn F2 to select. HUE 0 to 359 0 TYPE SELF LIN Parameter 2 Turn F3 to select.
4. Setting menu table Menu EDGE MEM Submenu Turn F1 to select. USR3(*) Parameter 4/5 Setting range Default value USR4(*) Parameter 5/5 Setting range Default value PSMEM Parameter 1/3 Setting range PSMEM 2/3 FMEM 3/3 XPT XPTAS 1/3 XPTAS 2/3 Parameter 1 Turn F2 to select.
4. Setting menu table Menu SETUP Submenu Parameter 1 Turn F1 to select. Turn F2 to select. IN1–5 Parameter SIG 1/15 Setting range IN1 to 5 Default value DVIIN 2/15 FS 3/15 FORMT 4/15 REF 5/15 IN1 to 5 Parameter MODE Setting range DIG ANLG Default value DIG Parameter SIG Setting range IN1 to 5 Default value IN1 to 5 Parameter MODE Setting range 1080/59i 1080/50i 720/59p 720/50p 480/59i 576/50i Default value 1080/59i Parameter SYNC Setting range BBST Parameter 2 Turn F3 to select.
4. Setting menu table Menu SETUP Submenu Parameter 1 Turn F1 to select. Turn F2 to select. SYS Parameter BL Setting range ON 12/15 OFF Default value ON DVIPH Parameter CKPH 13/15 Setting range –16 to 15 Default value 0 INIT Parameter INIT 14/15 Setting range EXEC ( ) Parameter 2 Turn F3 to select. VANC ON OFF OFF HPOS –100 to 100 0 — Parameter 3 Turn F4 to select. BB 0 7.5 7.
5. Image transmission functions This unit comes with a function for transmitting still images from the host computer to the unit via Ethernet and a function for importing still images from the unit into the host computer. The image transmission program must be installed in the host computer from the CD-ROM supplied in order to use these functions. For details on installation, refer to “How to install the program”.
5. Image transmission functions How to install the program This section describes how to install the image transmission program (HS300 Tool). Windows XP is used as the host computer’s operating system in the example given here. 1. Insert the CD-ROM supplied with the unit into the CD-ROM drive of the host computer in which the program will be installed. (Here, E: will serve as the name of this drive for example.) 2. Execute the setup program (E:\HS300TOOL\ENG\SETUP.EXE). 3.
5. Image transmission functions Operation This section describes how to operate the image transmission program (HS300 Tool). On the Start menu of Windows, select [Programs] [Panasonic] [AV-HS300Tool] [HS300Tool]. The main screen now appears. Click the [CLOSE] button. Set the unit’s IP address in the IP Address setting box.
5. Image transmission functions 1. Select the mode. Check that “To HS300” appears in the [Mode] field. If “From HS300” appears instead, click the Mode button so that “To HS300” appears. 2. When the [Select Image] button is clicked, the file selection dialog box appears on the screen. Select the image file to be transmitted, and click [OK].
6. External interfaces This unit comes with RS-422, GPI and tally connectors to serve as external interfaces. 6-1. RS-422 connector This enables the unit to be controlled by an editing controller AG-A850. Use it with the settings below. Baud rate: 38400 bps Parity: ODD Stop bit: 1 bit Pin assignment Pin No.
6. External interfaces 6-3. Tally connector The tally connector comes with tally output, output enable, power supply or fan alarm output pins. The output signals from the tally output pins are for lighting the tally lamps, and these outputs are open collector outputs. 1 2 6 3 7 4 8 5 9 Pin assignment Pin No.
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8. Appearance Unit: inch (mm) 4-1/16 (103.
Specifications and standard accessories Specifications Inputs Video inputs 6 (SDI 5, DVI-I 1, analog HD 5 [optional]) Reference 1 Outputs Video outputs 3 (PGM, PVW, AUX) PGM: SDI 2 outputs, analog HD 1 output PVW: SDI 1 output, analog HD 1 output AUX: SDI 2 outputs, analog HD 1 output Reference 1 Signal formats SD: 480/59.94i, 576/50i HD: 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 720/59.
Specifications and standard accessories SDI outputs SD [SMPTE 259M standard complied with] • Output return loss More than 15 dB (5 MHz to 270 MHz) • Output level 0.8 Vp-p 10 % • Rise time Less than 1.5 ns • Fall time Less than 1.5 ns • Difference between rise time and fall time Less than 0.5 ns • Jitter Less than 0.2 UI Analog HD input (option) HD analog component Y/Pb/Pr (1.0 Vp-p, 75 ) Analog HD output HD analog component Y/Pb/Pr (1.
Appendix (glossary) Defined below are the terms used in this manual. Word Explanation AB Bus system A bus control mode. By executing a transition, the A bus and B bus signals are output to the program images alternately. Ancillary Data The auxiliary data other than the video signals which is transmitted inside the data stream of the video serial interface. The data superimposed on the vertical blanking period is referred to as the V ancillary data (VANC).
Appendix (glossary) Word Explanation Genlock A function for synchronizing the video signals using an external sync signal as the reference. GPI [General Purpose Interface] Interface signals which control auto transition from an external source. IRE A unit used for video signal levels. The setup level (black level) of the signals is expressed as 0 IRE, 7.5 IRE, etc. Hue The color tone of the video signals. Key Edge The border or shadow added to the edges of keys.
Appendix (glossary) Word Explanation SDI [Serial Digital Interface] The standard by which video signals in various SD and HD formats are transmitted along a single coaxial cable. Self Key A function that creates key signals from key fill signals for combining keys. Tally The signal which outputs the program output statuses of the input signals to an external device. The LED that indicates the program output status on the control panel is also referred to as tally.
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