Sony aws-g500 User Manual

3-869-710-14(1)Live ContentProducer©2005 Sony CorporationOperating Instructions Software Version 1.30AWS-G500

10Usage NotesRegarding cablesUse cables (particularly generic RGB) which are as short as possible.IEEE1394 (i.LINK) cablesUse cables with enhanced shi

Chapter 3 Operations100Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolYou can enter a file name as up to 20 alphanumeric characters, but there

101Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 Operations2Enter the file name in [File Name].You can enter a file name as up to 20

Chapter 3 Operations102Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool2Select the file name from the list.You can select multiple files by click

103Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 Operations3In the file operation section, click the [Export TIFF...] button , or [Ex

Chapter 3 Operations104Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool8Click the [Enter].The following message appears, and the file is exported

105Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsChanging the text font1Click the selection tool, to select the text object

Chapter 3 Operations106Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool3Edit the text.Changing the font size1Click the selection tool, to select

107Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 Operations2Select a style in the font operation section.This changes the selected st

Chapter 3 Operations108Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolChanging the spacing between lines1Click the selection tool, to select the

109Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 Operations2Click the center align button in the font operation section.This center-a

Chapter 1 Overview11Features of This SystemChapter1OverviewFeatures of This SystemThe Anycast Station Live Content Producer AWS-G500 is an audiovis

Chapter 3 Operations110Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolMaking changes to the character outlines1Click the selection tool, to sele

111Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsWorking on Line ObjectsThis section describes how to create a line object,

Chapter 3 Operations112Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool3Click and drag. Changing the line style1Click the selection tool, to sele

113Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsChanging the line color1Click the selection tool, to select the line objec

Chapter 3 Operations114Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolApplying a shadow1Click the selection tool, and select the object (page 97

115Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsChanging the shadow distance1Click the selection tool, and select the obje

Chapter 3 Operations116Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolCreating a telop for keying (transparent for keying)When the created title

117Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsCreating a flip (for keying with a background color)If you set any color f

Chapter 3 Operations118Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolColor OperationsThis section describes how to create a color.Creating a co

119Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsIf you move the slider (on the right of the color field) toward the top or

Chapter 1 Overview12Features of This SystemExternal Recording Material on an External Hard DiskYou can record (.avi) video material (video and audi

Chapter 3 Operations120Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool3Right-click the place you want to change. The color changes to the color

121Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 Operations3Move the [Transparency] slider, or enter a numeric value for the transpar

Chapter 3 Operations122Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool4Select a pattern.This changes the pattern.Object LayoutThis section descr

123Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsExample:To move the object from the back to the front1Click the selection

Chapter 3 Operations124Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolSetting the lower third positionSelecting an object and then clicking the

125Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsAdding and Deleting SheetsIn the text typing tool software you can handle

Chapter 3 Operations126Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolFor the method of opening the file, see “Opening an existing file” (page 9

127Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsDisplaying the safe zoneThe “safe zone” refers to the area of the frame wi

Chapter 3 Operations128Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool3Select the file or sheet, and confirm.• If the file consists of multiple

129Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsImporting a Font FileYou can import a font file that has been saved on a “

13Example Applications Chapter 1 OverviewExample ApplicationsThe following are examples of applications utilizing the functions of AWS-G500.Event an

Chapter 3 Operations130Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolWhen the import is completed, a completion message appears, and the font i

131Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 Operations• If you attempt to delete a font file while a file is open, the font file

Chapter 3 Operations132Controlling CamerasControlling CamerasThis unit is equipped with a VISCA controller. VISCA (VIdeo System Control Architectur

133Controlling Cameras Chapter 3 Operations4Press the MENU button to close the menu.Controlling Camera ManuallyControl a camera manually supporting

Chapter 3 Operations134Controlling Cameras2Following the guide, control the camera, using the front panel buttons and dials.Storing a Camera Preset

135Controlling Cameras Chapter 3 Operations2Control the camera to determine the shot.3With the jog roller, select the camera preset number (from 1 t

Chapter 3 Operations136Controlling CamerasDeleting a saved preset1Press the NEXT selection button to which the camera video is assigned.A camera gu

137Controlling Cameras Chapter 3 OperationsSetting the Camera ControlTo change the default settings of this unit, or to enable pan, tilt and zoom fo

Chapter 3 Operations138Controlling CamerasYou can switch the auto focus and manual focus by pressing “0” of the numeric keys.Manually controlling w

139Controlling Cameras Chapter 3 OperationsYou can also reset the camera by holding down the Shift button and pressing the numeric 0 button.About Ca

Chapter 1 Overview14Example ApplicationsFor the broadcast of things like live events to large audiences, you can broadcast via a streaming server (

Chapter 3 Operations140Controlling CamerasBecause the GPO of the FACTORY USE connector on the unit has a built-in protection circuit, it may not op

141Audio Mixing Chapter 3 OperationsAudio MixingThis section describes how to perform mixing on the audio signals input to the unit, and output the

Chapter 3 Operations142Recording Video and Audio on an External DeviceRecording Video and Audio on an External DeviceIf you use the DV connector an

143Recording Video and Audio on an External Device Chapter 3 Operations41 Select [PGM Output] and confirm; 2 Select the DV connector to which the VC

Chapter 3 Operations144Recording Video and Audio on an External DeviceProcedure for recording on a VCRProgram video and audio are always output as

145Recording Video and Audio on an External Device Chapter 3 Operations2Power on the hard disk.Always connect the hard disk and power it on before s

Chapter 3 Operations146Recording Video and Audio on an External Device3Press the ENTER button or PLAY button.The device status indication changes t

147Recording Video and Audio on an External Device Chapter 3 OperationsOperations on Files on the External Hard DiskYou can carry out operations on

Chapter 3 Operations148Recording Video and Audio on an External Device3Select a file and confirm.The frame of the file appears in the source viewer

149Recording Video and Audio on an External Device Chapter 3 OperationsOther playback operations1Press the NEXT selection button with the same numbe

15Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 OverviewNames and Functions of PartsFront Panela ACCESS buttonsThese buttons display the ACCESS menu (page

Chapter 3 Operations150Recording Video and Audio on an External DeviceAuto Repeat PlaybackYou can set playback of a file to start again automatical

151Recording Video and Audio on an External Device Chapter 3 Operations31 Select [Disconnect] and confirm; 2 Select the hard disk to disconnect, and

Chapter 3 Operations152Recording Video and Audio on an External Device4Press the ENTER button.Recovery starts.When recovery is completed, the follo

153Using a Computer to Play Files Recorded on an External Hard Disk Chapter 3 OperationsUsing a Computer to Play Files Recorded on an External Hard

Chapter 3 Operations154Using the Intercom FunctionUsing the Intercom FunctionConnecting an external intercom system requires a connection operation

155Using the Intercom Function Chapter 3 OperationsSpeaking on the Intercom System1Connect the external intercom system.2Press the TB (Talk Back) bu

Chapter 3 Operations156Monitoring AudioMonitoring AudioUse the internal speakers or the connected headphones to monitor the audio input to the unit

157Monitoring Audio Chapter 3 OperationsIn either case, when adjusting with the ACCESS menu, the output includes these adjustments (excluding pan).3

Chapter 3 Operations158Monitoring AudioMonitoring Output AudioYou can select one audio output from this unit (program (PGM) output, AUX output, or

159Monitoring Audio Chapter 3 OperationsPGM t AUX1 t AUX2 t MIX t PGM ...Monitoring the Audio of a Particular Channel OnlyUse the Pre-Fader Listenin

Chapter 1 Overview16Names and Functions of Partsc MENU buttonThis toggles the top menu on or off.d Jog rollerTurn the roller up and down to select

Chapter 3 Operations160Video/Audio Signal Adjustments and SettingsVideo/Audio Signal Adjustments and SettingsThis section describes adjustments to

161Video/Audio Signal Adjustments and Settings Chapter 3 OperationsMaking the Gradation of SDI Input Signals Appear Smooth (When Using the Serial Di

Chapter 3 Operations162Video/Audio Signal Adjustments and Settings21 Select the item (displayed under [Color Matte]) to be adjusted, and confirm; 2

163Video/Audio Signal Adjustments and Settings Chapter 3 Operations[XGA], [SXGA]: Output format for a computer monitor (computer RGB signals).[Vide

Chapter 3 Operations164Video/Audio Signal Adjustments and Settings31 Select [Filter Mode], and confirm; 2 select [SD Video] or [RGB] from the subme

165Video/Audio Signal Adjustments and Settings Chapter 3 Operations1Press the ACCESS button in the same column as the channel fader to which the aud

Chapter 3 Operations166Video/Audio Signal Adjustments and SettingsUsing the Limiter or CompressorUse the limiter or compressor when inputting audio

167Video/Audio Signal Adjustments and Settings Chapter 3 OperationsThis menu graphically displays the output destination for each channel set in “De

Chapter 3 Operations168Video/Audio Signal Adjustments and Settings4In the top menu select [Audio Output].The [Audio Output] menu appears.51 Select

169Video/Audio Signal Adjustments and Settings Chapter 3 OperationsWhen the output destination is set with [OSC OUT], and a selection other than [Of

17Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 Overview3 Video switcher sectionThis switches video.a PGM selection buttonsThese buttons select the video w

Chapter 3 Operations170Saving and Loading Various SettingsSaving and Loading Various SettingsYou can simultaneously save various settings of the un

171Saving and Loading Various Settings Chapter 3 OperationsSaving Various Settings DataYou can simultaneously save the current settings of the unit.

Chapter 3 Operations172Saving and Loading Various SettingsThe following confirmation message appears. 4Press the ENTER button. The end message appe

173Saving and Loading Various Settings Chapter 3 OperationsExporting Various Settings Data You can export the job data saved on the unit to a memory

Chapter 3 Operations174Saving and Loading Various SettingsImporting Various Settings DataYou can import the job data saved on a memory stick or USB

175Importing and Deleting Files Chapter 3 OperationsImporting and Deleting FilesUsing the [File Manager] menu, you can carry out the following file

Chapter 3 Operations176Importing and Deleting FilesFor details of formatting a “Memory Stick,” see the section, “Formatting a “Memory Stick”” (page

177Importing and Deleting Files Chapter 3 OperationsFor details of formatting a “Memory Stick,” see the section, “Formatting a “Memory Stick”” (page

Chapter 3 Operations178Importing and Deleting Files• It is not possible to delete files on the hard disk that are being used for recording. End the

179Formatting an External Hard Disk Chapter 3 OperationsFormatting an External Hard DiskFormat an external hard disk in order to use it with this un

Chapter 1 Overview18Names and Functions of Partsk Indicators (Ff)These indicators show the direction in which the transition lever is being moved.

Chapter 3 Operations180Formatting an External Hard Disk7Press the ENTER button.Formatting starts.When formatting is completed, the following messag

181Formatting a “Memory Stick” Chapter 3 OperationsFormatting a “Memory Stick”Format a “Memory Stick” so that it can be used with this unit.In this

Chapter 3 Operations182Formatting a “Memory Stick”5Press the ENTER button.The formatting begins.When the formatting ends, the following message app

183Formatting a USB Flash Memory Chapter 3 OperationsFormatting a USB Flash MemoryFormat a USB flash memory in order to use it with this unit.1Inser

Chapter 3 Operations184Formatting a USB Flash MemoryFormatting USB flash memory on this unit automatically creates the following folder structure i

185Streaming Chapter 3 OperationsStreamingYou can encode the program output into Real Media streaming file format (.rm) within this unit, and broadc

Chapter 3 Operations186StreamingConfiguring the Network SettingsWith the network environment set up, make the network settings for this unit.Ask yo

187Streaming Chapter 3 OperationsMaking DNS settings1 Select [DNS Setting], and confirm; 2 make a selection, and confirm.[Off]: if DNS not set[DHCP]

Chapter 3 Operations188Setting Live Streaming TransmissionSetting Live Streaming TransmissionSetting the menuThese settings make it possible for th

189Setting Live Streaming Transmission Chapter 3 OperationsSetting the Streaming Output PathIf multiple encoders connect to the streaming server, en

19Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 Overviewj Jog dial (inner dial)This dial controls the camera focus and iris.During file playback, turning t

Chapter 3 Operations190Setting Live Streaming Transmission• The following are recommended for combinations of video size and transfer rate:320 × 24

191Setting Live Streaming Transmission Chapter 3 Operations“Helix Administrator” mentioned in the following procedure refers to the configuration an

Chapter 3 Operations192Setting Live Streaming Transmission61 Select [RTSP Port] and confirm; 2 enter the RTSP port set on the external server in th

193Setting Live Streaming Transmission Chapter 3 Operations91 Select [Transport] and confirm; 2 select the protocol to use for communication with th

Chapter 3 Operations194Setting Live Streaming Transmission12Select [Apply] and confirm if you modified any settings in Steps 3, 4, 5, and 6.This op

195Setting Live Streaming Transmission Chapter 3 OperationsStarting and Stopping StreamingStarting streaming1Make the settings described in “Configu

Chapter 3 Operations196Setting Live Streaming Transmission* If port number 80 is to be used, you can omit [:Port] after the server address. For “Se

197Setting Live Streaming Transmission Chapter 3 OperationsThis section describes how to offer streaming material to viewers using a Web page.Perfor

Chapter 3 Operations198Setting Live Streaming Transmission

Appendix199MaintenanceAppendixMaintenanceThis section describes how to check the operating software version, and upgrade.Checking the Operating Soft

2Table of ContentsUsage Notes ...9Chapter 1 OverviewFeatures of This System

Chapter 1 Overview20Names and Functions of Parts1 Audio inputsa Microphone/line input connectors (MIC/LINE) 1/2 (XLR 3-pin, TRS shared balanced typ

Appendix200MaintenanceUpgrading the Operating SoftwareThis section describes how to upgrade when there are improvements to the operating software an

201Maintenance AppendixThe following screen appears.Next the “INSTALL” screen appears, and a message “C:Copying Program files...”• If the same versi

Appendix202MaintenanceIn the “STATUS” column, an asterisk (*) blinks while the operating software is being installed. When installation ends success

203Messages AppendixMessagesIf any problem occurs during operation of this unit, a message appears. Before asking your dealer for help, use the info

Appendix204MessagesAs a result of an operation, an error occurred.Warning messagemessage type: WARNINGmessage number: 2XXX-YYYY-ZZZZ (begins with 2)

205Messages AppendixList of MessagesIf a message on this list is displayed and still appears after trying the operation again, consult your dealer o

Appendix206Messages1006File xx is currently being used as the LOGO or INT source. Do you really wish to delete this file?1007File xx is currently be

207Messages Appendix1053CH1/2 and CH3/4 of the same source may not be assigned simultaneously. X/X is already assigned. Would you like to assign Y/Y

Appendix208Messages2057 USB Flash Memory full.2058 Memory Stick full.2059This USB Flash Memory is write protected. Please remove Write Protection an

209Messages Appendix4012Unable to start due to Hardware Fault.4013401440164017402040214022No files were found on the Memory Stick. Please ensure the

21Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 Overview3 Video outputsa Reference output connectors (REF OUT) × 2These output either a 59.94 Hz (NTSC) or

Appendix210MessagesIf the following message appears, immediately turn off the power to the unit and consult your dealer or your Sony service represe

211Troubleshooting AppendixTroubleshootingCheck this section before consulting your dealer or your Sony service representative. If the unit still do

Appendix212TroubleshootingPicture-in-pictureThe NEXT selection button flashes and the picture-in-picture effect is not applied.An attempt was made t

213Troubleshooting AppendixStreaming mediaThe video message “Please wait for a while and reconnect” appears in Real Player.The ON LINE button has no

Appendix214TroubleshootingExternal hard disk (continued)Attempts at recovery yield repeated messages, “An error occurred while recovering.”The hard

215“Memory Stick” Media Appendix“Memory Stick” MediaNotes on using “Memory Stick” media • When you set the “Memory Stick” erasure prevention switch

Appendix216Specifications- The remaining memory is only indicated for the selected memory.- Errors are only displayed for the selected memory and ar

217Specifications AppendixY: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, Sync negativeC: 0.286 Vp-p at burst, 75 Ω, (NTSC)C: 0.3 Vp-p at burst, 75 Ω, (PAL)DV OUT* i.Link IEEE 1

Appendix218SpecificationsD-Sub 9-pin (Male) × 1, RS-232CFACTORY USE (Provided for future functional expansion.)D-Sub 15-pin × 1 (Male), Original Par

219Dimensions AppendixDimensions375 mm424 mm339 mm133°114 mm93mm354 mm

Chapter 1 Overview22Names and Functions of Parts5 Serial digital interface module (BKAW-580) (Option)a SDI input connectors (SDI IN) (BNC) × 2Input

Appendix220GlossaryGlossaryBlack burst signalA reference signal used to achieve external synchronization (GenLock).Color barsA test signal which dis

221Glossary AppendixGUI (Graphical User Interface)A user interface which, unlike traditional text-based interfaces, is designed around graphical ele

Appendix222GlossaryRGBAn output signal format which displays pictures by using the three primary colors: Red, Green, and Blue.Serial digital interfa

223Index AppendixIndexSymbols+48V switch ...20“Memory Stick” slot ...23Numerics75-W termination switch ...21AACCESS but

224Index AppendixLLimiter ...166Line input connectors (LINE) 7/8 (RCA) ...20Luminance Keying ...

225Index AppendixViewing Streamed Material ...195VISCA connector ...19

Trademarks• Anycast Station and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation.• “Memory Stick”, , “MagicGate Memory Stick” and are registered trad

Sony Corporation

23Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 OverviewSide Panela FACTORY USE connectorOutput a tally signal. Connecting this connector and the tally co

Chapter 1 Overview24Names and Functions of Partsj Hole for anti-theft wireThis hole accepts a standard anti-theft wire (3 mm × 7 mm).k Ventilation

25Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 OverviewOperation Screena Menu displayThis displays the top menus (page 30), the INT material selection men

Chapter 1 Overview26Names and Functions of Parts1 PGM viewerThis shows a program output.Program videoThe program output video is shown at 480 × 360

27Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 Overviewc StatusThe status shown here differs as follows depending on the video to be previewed.When showin

Chapter 1 Overview28Names and Functions of Parts4 Source viewera ThumbnailsThese show the video assigned to the selection buttons at 160 × 120 pixe

29Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 OverviewFile operation indications Opening: while opening a file PLAY: during playback STOP: when stopped S

3Chapter 3 OperationsVideo Switching ...65Basics of Video Switching ...

Chapter 1 Overview30Names and Functions of PartsMenu OperationsThis unit includes top menus, which are used to make various operational settings, a

31Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 OverviewMenu operationsStreamingDisk RecordingFile ManagerJobVideo Frequency 58.94HzVideo Input AssignVide

Chapter 1 Overview32Names and Functions of PartsMoving the cursor to the next item:Press the T or t button by the jog roller.You can also press the

33Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 OverviewOperation screen (Text Typing Tool Software)a File nameThis shows the name of the open file.b Exit

Chapter 1 Overview34Names and Functions of Partsb Open buttonThis opens a previously saved file. A list of existing files appears (page 98).c Save

35Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 Overviewi Vertical centering toolThis moves the selected object to the vertical center of the screen (page

Chapter 1 Overview36Names and Functions of Parts4Modifier operation sectionClick the mark on a tab to select it, and bring it to the front.The modi

37Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 Overviewg Color creation sectionWhen [Paint] is selected in the Color tab and Edge tab, you can create your

Chapter 1 Overview38Names and Functions of PartsxBG tabYou can set the background color. m Background color selection buttons Select the background

39Names and Functions of Parts Chapter 1 Overview6View operation sectiona Background display selection buttonSet the background display (page 126).C

4Recording Video and Audio on an External Device ...142Recording Program Output on a VCR... 142Recording Inputs on

Chapter 1 Overview40Names and Functions of Parts

Chapter 2 Preparations41Installation/Default SettingsChapter2PreparationsInstallation/Default SettingsThis section describes the procedure for inst

Chapter 2 Preparations42Installation/Default SettingsUse a 3-pin - 2-pin conversion adaptor, if required.Connect the grounding lead of the 3-pin/2-

43Installation/Default Settings Chapter 2 PreparationsUsing the keyboard away from the unitYou can use the keyboard away from the unit. In this case

Chapter 2 Preparations44Installation/Default SettingsInfrared transmitting rangeThe range over which the keyboard can operate with infrared control

45Installation/Default Settings Chapter 2 PreparationsThis closes down the operating software, and powers off.It takes a little while before the pow

Chapter 2 Preparations46Installation/Default SettingsSelecting the Keyboard LanguageSet the language to correspond to the keyboard being used.The d

47Installation/Default Settings Chapter 2 PreparationsSetting the Date and TimeSet the internal clock.1Press the MENU button.2In the top menu, selec

Chapter 2 Preparations48Installation/Default SettingsSelecting the Video Output Signal FormatSelect the format of the signal output from the PGM ou

49Connections Chapter 2 PreparationsConnectionsThis section describes how to connect devices for video and audio input and output. The following fig

5Formatting a USB Flash Memory ...183Streaming ...

Chapter 2 Preparations50Connections• Use the shortest possible cable type (especially with unregulated RGB). Shorter cables are recommended because

51Connections Chapter 2 PreparationsConnecting a Computer (RGB Input)To reduce the effects of external noise, use a cable with an attached ferrite c

Chapter 2 Preparations52Connections• If video or audio is not output or signal noise occurs when connected to another DV device, the problem can of

53Connections Chapter 2 Preparations• If using a hard disk with a standby function, make sure that the standby function is disabled before connectin

Chapter 2 Preparations54Connections• For more information on setting the resolution/clock phase and format, see “Setting the RGB Output Signal Form

55Connections Chapter 2 Preparations3Close the lever compartment.Installing Option ModulesTo install an option module, first remove the interface mo

Chapter 2 Preparations56Settings Related to Input SignalsSettings Related to Input SignalsThese settings allow video and audio signals input from d

57Settings Related to Input Signals Chapter 2 PreparationsVideo Signal Related SettingsThese are preparations for handling video signals or the unit

Chapter 2 Preparations58Settings Related to Input SignalsIf a serial digital interface module is installed, the SDI input connectors appear in the

59Settings Related to Input Signals Chapter 2 PreparationsAudio Signal Related SettingsThese are preparations for handling audio signals on the unit

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Chapter 2 Preparations60Settings Related to Input Signals• If in [Input (L)] you select the DV input connector, the same input connector is automat

61Settings Related to Input Signals Chapter 2 Preparations- SDI embedded audio cannot be assigned simultaneously to CH (1/2) and CH (3/4) of the sam

Chapter 2 Preparations62Settings Related to Input Signals31 Select the number of the MIC/LINE input connector to which is connected the target audi

63Relation Between Program Output Display and Input and Output Formats Chapter 2 PreparationsRelation Between Program Output Display and Input and O

Chapter 2 Preparations64Relation Between Program Output Display and Input and Output Formats

Chapter 3 Operations65Video SwitchingChapter3OperationsVideo SwitchingThis section describes how to switch the video signals input to the unit, and

Chapter 3 Operations66Video SwitchingChanging the Video with a CutThis switches the video instantaneously, with no added effects. This is the most

67Video Switching Chapter 3 OperationsA red frame appears around the source viewer for the selected video.3Determine on the next video, then repeat

Chapter 3 Operations68Video Switching3Press the CUT button.This interchanges the video in the PGM viewer and PVW viewer, and switches the program o

69Video Switching Chapter 3 OperationsAUTO TRANS buttonPressing the AUTO TRANS button carries out the transition automatically, using the preset tra

7Owner’s RecordThe model and serial numbers are located at thebottom.Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you cal

Chapter 3 Operations70Video Switching• The mix state shows the current transition time setting.• You can still change the transition time at this p

71Video Switching Chapter 3 OperationsBasic operation for a wipe transitionThe basic procedure for a wipe transition is as follows.1Press the EFFECT

Chapter 3 Operations72Video Switching2Select the effect pattern. To change the effect pattern, follow the procedure in “Changing the Effect Pattern

73Video Switching Chapter 3 OperationsChanging the Effect Pattern1Press the EFFECT button.The current settings appear in the effect display.Here you

Chapter 3 Operations74Video SwitchingWhen you use a picture-in-picture for combining videos, you can check the results in the PVW viewer before pro

75Video Switching Chapter 3 Operations4Press the MENU button to close the menu. 5Decide which video to embed, and then press the corresponding NEXT

Chapter 3 Operations76Video SwitchingYou can make picture-in-picture adjustments while viewing the results in the PVW viewer before program output.

77Video Switching Chapter 3 OperationsThe meanings of these items are as follows. [X]: Specify the horizontal position.[X]: Specify the vertical pos

Chapter 3 Operations78Video Switching31 Select [Transition Time], and confirm; 2 move the slider to set the transition time.4Press the MENU button

79Video Switching Chapter 3 OperationsBasic downstream key operationsThe basic procedure for downstream keying is as follows.Inserting a downstream

8Length Minimum 1.5 m, Less than 2.5 m(8 ft 3 in)Rating Minimum 10 A, 125 VUsing this unit at a voltage other than 120 V may require the use of a dif

Chapter 3 Operations80Video SwitchingWhile the graphics file is being read in, the message “Loading...” appears at the bottom of the PVW viewer and

81Video Switching Chapter 3 OperationsAdjusting the downstream keyYou can adjust the parameters for inserting text or image, or crop unwanted portio

Chapter 3 Operations82Video SwitchingCropping unwanted portions of the text or image1 Select [Crop], and confirm; 2 select [On], and confirm; 3 sel

83Video Switching Chapter 3 OperationsThe image is inserted in both the PGM viewer and PVW viewer.By selecting a logo file from the list, it always

Chapter 3 Operations84Video SwitchingThe meaning of these items are as follows.[X]: Specifies the horizontal position.[Y]: Specifies the vertical p

85Video Switching Chapter 3 Operations2Select the video for keying with the NEXT selection button.A green frame appears around the selected video in

Chapter 3 Operations86Video SwitchingThe “KEY ON” indicator on the operation screen also turns off.Each press of the AUTO TRANS button or CUT butto

87Video Switching Chapter 3 OperationsCropping Unwanted Portions From the Video Being Combined1Combine videos using a picture-in-picture or keying.2

Chapter 3 Operations88Video SwitchingChecking the Results of Combining Videos (Effect Preview)You can preview and adjust the results of executing p

89Video Switching Chapter 3 Operations3Use the AUTO TRANS button, CUT button, or transition lever to combine the videos. The results of combining vi

9Usage NotesWICHTIGDas Namensschild befindet sich auf der Unterseite des Gerätes.VORSICHTExplosionsgefahr bei Verwendung falscher Batterien.Batterien

Chapter 3 Operations90Video SwitchingFor details on making keying adjustments, see “Adjusting the Combined Video” (page 86). 4With the AUTO TRANS b

91Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsCreating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolFeatures of the Text Typi

Chapter 3 Operations92Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolSheets and filesIn the text typing tool software, you create one title as a

93Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsWith a “Memory Stick” or USB flash memory, you can import font files, and e

Chapter 3 Operations94Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolStarting Up1In the Anycast Station main software, press the “INT” NEXT sele

95Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsClosing DownTo power off the unitPress the 1 power button on the side panel

Chapter 3 Operations96Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolStandard button operationsClick a button to carry out its function.Standard

97Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 OperationsStandard tool operationsBy clicking a tool in the tool operation section, y

Chapter 3 Operations98Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing ToolAn orange border appears around the object.This is the selected state.• If

99Creating a Title Graphic with the Text Typing Tool Chapter 3 Operations2Select the file name from the list.3Click the [Enter].This opens the selec