A-Neuvideo ANI-4MV Instruction Manual

4x4 dvi/hdmi quad multi video wall processer

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ANI-4MV
4x4 DVI/HDMI Quad Multi Video Wall Processer
A-NeuVideo.com
Frisco, Texas 75034
(317) 456-2461
AUDIO / VIDEO MANUFACTURER

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  • Page 1 ANI-4MV 4x4 DVI/HDMI Quad Multi Video Wall Processer A-NeuVideo.com Frisco, Texas 75034 (317) 456-2461 AUDIO / VIDEO MANUFACTURER...
  • Page 2: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION To ensure the best results from this product, please read this manual and all other documentation before operating your equipment. Retain all documentation for future reference. Follow all instructions printed on unit chassis for proper operation. To reduce the risk of fire, do not spill water or other liquids into or on the unit, or operate the unit while standing in liquid. Make sure power outlets conform to the power requirements listed on the back of the unit.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    NEUVIDEO TABLE OF CONTENTS CONTENTS INTRODUCTION / PACKAGE CONTENTS / FACTORY RESET ...2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SPECIFICATIONS .................3 Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or REAR PANEL & CONNECTION ............4 operate this equipment and before connecting the power supply. REAR PANEL INTRODUCTION ..........4 Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this equipment:...
  • Page 4: Introduction / Package Contents / Factory Reset

    As a video wall processor, any one of the input sources can be split to (4) horizontally mounted displays or to (3) vertically mounted displays. The ANI-4MV has the capability to zoom-in on one image 3x or 4x (per output). The ANI-4MV can mix inputs with any combination into (1) image, and then display that to any or to all the outputs.
  • Page 5: Specifications

    NEUVIDEO SPECIFICATIONS Specifications • Video Inputs: (4) DVI • Input Connector: Female DB24+5 • Input Level: TMDS 2.9V/3.3V • Input Impedance: 50Ω • Video Outputs: (4) DVI • Output Connector: Female DB24+5 • Output Level: TMDS 2.9V/3.3V • Output Impedance: 50Ω • Video Signal: DVI (or TMDS) • Switching Speed: 200nS (Max) • Video Bandwidth: 340MHz (6.75Gbit/s)
  • Page 6: Rear Panel & Connection

    RS-232 9-pin female connector, for serial control USB interface, type B, for USB control and firmware updates TCP/IP TCP/IP network port. User controls the ANI-4MV with control software ANI-4MVGUI or direct commands AC100V~240V Duh! Connection with RS-232 Communication Port With the RS-232 port, the processing switcher can be controlled with the control software ANI-4MVGUI.exe. This RS-232 communication port is a female 9-pin D connector.
  • Page 7: Connection W/ Usb Interface

    3. If the connection is OK, then you can control the ANI-4MV. Connection with USB Interface By connecting the USB interface between the switcher and a computer, the user can control the ANI-4MV through the USB interface. Before controlling, please install the USB driver by first installing the control software ANI-4MVGUI.exe...
  • Page 8: Operations Of The Front Control Panel

    NEUVIDEO Operations of the Front Control Panel Front Panel Introduction Figure 4: Front Panel Introduction NAME DESCRIPTION Power Indicator Turns on when the power is on (there is no power switch) System monitor, to indicate the operation and real-time running state Menu Function Panel Function buttons required Input/Output Channels...
  • Page 9: Op. Of The Menu Buttons

    NEUVIDEO Operations of the Front Control Panel Operations of the Menu Buttons BUTTONS OPERATION DESCRIPTION Cycles thru the menu items in the same level. For Example: In the first level of the menu between: Quarter, Full, PiP, MENU PoP, Factory Reset, SAVE, RECALL and CLEAR. ←...
  • Page 10: Menu Levels Introduction

    NEUVIDEO Operations of the Front Control Panel Menu Levels Introduction FIRST LEVEL INCLUDES: Quarter, Full, PiP, PoP, Factory Reset, SAVE, RECALL, and CLEAR. SECOND LEVEL INCLUDES: Resolution, Set Position, Adjust Windows, Overlay, Board, Display, and Channel Switch. THIRD LEVEL INCLUDES: Brightness, Contrast and CH’.
  • Page 11 NEUVIDEO Operations of the Front Control Panel FIRST LEVEL SECOND LEVEL THIRD LEVEL MENU OUT ALL CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 OFF OFF OFF OFF MENU Display MENU OUT 1 CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 ON ON ON ON MENU Color MENU OUT 1 Brightness 0512 Contrast...
  • Page 12: Operation Of The Software

    Control connection WAYS FOR SOFTWARE CONTROL: The ANI-4MV provides (3) ways to connect to the ANI-4MV, including the RS-232 serial port, USB interface and TCP/IP network port. SOFTWARE ACTIVATION: You can control the ANI-4MV if any of the connections are valid.
  • Page 13: Menu Bar Function Settings

    To clear the stored system information. It will display in 4x Full Screen Zoom-In mode. Help Button FUNCTION: Check the version of the software and the firmware of the ANI-4MV. DETAILED OPERATIONS: Click the sub menu “About Soft Version” to check the version of the software or the firmware. As shown in Figure 9.
  • Page 14: Main Function Settings

    To split a single input signal to (3) displays, the image is rotated 90 degrees, and then to be displayed side-by-side (Video Wall). Generally there will not be an output image on the first output channel (the ANI-4MV shows a blue screen), and the images on the second, third and fourth display are rotated 90 degrees to make up a whole image.
  • Page 15: Picture In Picture (Pip)

    FUNCTION: The ANI-4MV is able to present all the input images of the (4) available sources on a single screen. It means that while the screen is showing the main video, any of the other (3) input images can also be shown on the display. While there are pre-sets for the image location, you are free to locate ANY image to ANY location by simply dragging one image to a new location.
  • Page 16: Picture Outside Picture (Pop) Displaying

    NEUVIDEO Operation of the Softw are Picture outside Picture (POP) Displaying FUNCTION: To show the output images of different channels on a single screen. It means that while the screen is showing the frame of the main video, any of the other (3) input images can also be shown on this screen, but located beside the main image. DETAILED OPERATIONS: Click on the buttons, the display mode area on the software interface will show the...
  • Page 17: Additional Function Settings

    NEUVIDEO Operation of the Softw are Additional Function Settings Settings in the Auxiliary Function Area FIRST AUXILIARY FUNCTION AREA: In this area users can set the contrast, brightness and add or remove the border for the output images. As shown in Figure 23. Figure 23: First Auxiliary Function Area CONTRAST/BRIGHTNESS SETTING: To change settings to the images contrast/brightness for a single channel or all channels, select...
  • Page 18 Figure 27: Adjusted Image RESOLUTION SETTING: The ANI-4MV supports various resolutions, such as 1080p (1920x1080), 720p (1280x720), WUXGA (1900x1200), UXGA (1600x1200), SXGA (1280x1024) and XGA (1024x768). The selection panel is at the left bottom corner of the main interface. As shown in Figure 28.
  • Page 19 INPUT CHANNEL SETTING: The ANI-4MV allows for assigning (1) input image to (1) output channel (not the physical output interface connected with the display). The selection panel is at the bottom of the main interface, as shown in Figure 29.
  • Page 20: Advanced Function Settings

    NEUVIDEO Operation of the Softw are Adv anced Function Settings Display Mode Setting This function allows for saving or loading display modes. Right-click in any area on the main interface (except the menu area) or press VIEW on the main bar, there will be (4) items about modes shown on the popup menu, Figure 34. Figure 34: Popup Menu Among them, the “Load”...
  • Page 21: Shortcut Button Customization

    No.19 - No.21, but has been modified with additional function settings). Shortcut Button Customization With the shortcut buttons, the ANI-4MV can switch quickly to a customized display mode. The operation area is shown in Figure 33. Figure 33: Shortcut Button on the Main Interface Users can set this in Mode Settings: Select a saved mode and press the SET SHORTCUT BUTTON button, it will pop up a window to set the shortcut button.
  • Page 22: System Diagram

    System Diagram SYSTEM DIAGRAMS The ANI-4MV can be used in many different situations, such as a multi-viewer displaying vertical video wall, a square video wall, a full matrix routing switcher and distributor. The system diagrams of the applications are shown below.
  • Page 23: Diagram Of Multi-Viewer Display

    NEUVIDEO System Diagram Diagram of Multi-Viewer Display MULTI-VIEWER: The ANI-4MV is able to display multi-channel output images on a single display. Supports several displaying options like PiP, PoP etc. Figure 38: Diagram of Multi-Viewer Display...
  • Page 24: Diagram Of Full Images Display

    System Diagram Diagram of Full Images Display MULTI SWITCHING: With (4) input sources and (4) output destinations, the ANI-4MV is able to display any input to any output or any combination thereof. Figure 39: Diagram of Matrix Switching DISTRIBUTION DISPLAY: All output images are the same.
  • Page 25: Firmware Upgrade

    The ANI-4MV supports firmware field-updating via the USB port. Note: The firmware file is provided by the A-NeuVideo engineering department and is not available as a public download. When you need to apply a firmware update, you first copy the provided “.exe” file and the “.bin” file to your PC. You start the firmware update by double clicking the program.
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  • Page 28 BY, THROUGH OR UNDER A-NeuVideo, INC (COLLECTIVELY, THE “PRODUCT”). By using installing or using the Product, you unconditionally signify your agreement to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree to these Terms and Conditions, do not use the Product and return the Product to A-NeuVideo, Inc. at the return address set forth on the Product’s packing label at your expense.

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