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- Page 1 Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Document 411-0007-30 Rev A August 2017...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Configuring the Camera Controller for Your Network Setting System Time and Time Zone Managing Access and Passwords Adding Room Information Exporting and Importing Configuration Data Updating the Firmware Restoring Factory Defaults Contacting Vaddio Technical Support Viewing Diagnostic Logs Performance and Behavior Settings Setting up the Directory... - Page 3 Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Configuring Joystick Behavior Configuring Standby Behavior Operating the Controller Before You Start Touch-Panel Display Cheat Sheet Safety Mute Controller Adjustments Selecting a Switcher from the Directory Selecting Stream Sources Setting Video Transition Speed...
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Page 4: Overview
Configuration and Administration Guide for the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller – physical features, configuration, system administration, operation, and troubleshooting Operator's Guide for the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller – physical features and console operation Download manuals, dimensional drawings, and other information from www.vaddio.com/support. -
Page 5: Product Compatibility
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Product Compatibility The PCC MatrixMIX is compatible with the following products. Switchers AV Bridge MatrixMIX Vaddio Cameras May require an update to the camera's firmware. RoboSHOT Series(may use Quick-Connect or OneLINK device) -
Page 6: Unpacking The Camera Controller
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Unpacking the Camera Controller Make sure you received all the items you expected. Here are the packing lists for the PCC MatrixMIX camera controller. North America: PCC MatrixMIX, part number 999-5755-000... -
Page 7: A Quick Look At The Camera Controller
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller A Quick Look at the Camera Controller The console provides quick, intuitive control of cameras and switcher functions. Touch-Panel Display Access to: Directory, for switcher selection Camera presets, scenes, and CCU settings... -
Page 8: Camera Select Buttons
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Camera Select Buttons The buttons on the Program and Preview rows are associated with the same video sources. During normal operation, the buttons are illuminated if they are mapped to cameras or other video sources. Color indications: Red –... -
Page 9: Installation
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Installation This section covers how to install and connect the product. It also provides safety information and other guidance related to installing the product. Note This product is intended for installation and use only in environments where all RS-232 and PoE+ connections originate within the building. -
Page 10: Basic Connections
Connect the PoE+ power injector. When you power up the PCC MatrixMIX for the first time, its directory will need to be populated with at least one switcher, which manages the video and audio sources. This is part of the configuration process. -
Page 11: Web Interface
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Web Interface The live production controller provides a web interface to allow configuration via the IP network connection, using a browser. The web interface allows you to: Set idle session behavior and passwords... -
Page 12: Admin Access
System page– View firmware version and switch settings, reboot, restore factory defaults, and run firmware updates. Help page– Tech support contact information and a link to the product information library on the Vaddio website. Logout button– A graceful way to leave the web interface in a password-protected state. -
Page 13: Web Interface Cheat Sheet
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Web Interface Cheat Sheet Where to find the controls you need right now. What do you need? Go to this page Associating switchers with the controller Directory How downstream switchers behave on standby... -
Page 14: System Administration Tasks
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller System Administration Tasks System administration for the PCC MatrixMIX live production controller include: Adding information about the equipment's location and relevant phone numbers on the Room Labels page Enabling NTP updating to maintain the system time and date and specify the... -
Page 15: Configuring The Camera Controller For Your Network
Note If you don't completely understand all the implications of the steps below, please contact your IT staff or Vaddio Technical Support for assistance. Changes in network configuration can result in loss of network contact with the device. 1. Edit the device hostname if necessary. The hostname serves as the device URL. If the network supports hostname resolution, you can use the hostname instead of the device's IP address when you open a web interface session. -
Page 16: Setting System Time And Time Zone
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Setting System Time and Time Zone ETWORKING PAGE Allowing the switcher to contact a network time protocol (NTP) server ensures that its system time is correct, and makes the time zone editable. You also have the option to specify which NTP server to use. -
Page 17: Managing Access And Passwords
30 minutes without interaction. Change the password – Select Edit Password to open the Edit Password dialog box. Note For best security, Vaddio strongly recommends changing the admin password. Using the default password leaves the product vulnerable to tampering. Adding Room Information ABELS PAGE Enter information about the location of the equipment and the local IT or A/V help line. -
Page 18: Exporting And Importing Configuration Data
If your organization uses several of the same product, you may choose to configure one of them, verify that the configuration is good, and then copy it to the others. Most Vaddio professional AV products and cameras have this capability. -
Page 19: Updating The Firmware
From time to time, we issue new firmware to introduce new features and other product improvements, and to fix issues that turn up. We recommend keeping all your Vaddio products up to date, to get the most out of them. -
Page 20: Restoring Factory Defaults
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Restoring Factory Defaults YSTEM PAGE To restore the original factory settings: Select Restore Factory Settings. A confirmation message informs you that the action cannot be undone. This is your cue to make sure you have successfully exported the configuration. -
Page 21: Contacting Vaddio Technical Support
You'll find technical support contact information on the Help page. Viewing Diagnostic Logs IAGNOSTICS PAGE If you encounter a problem that you can’t solve, your Vaddio technical support representative may ask you to download and email the log file available from the Diagnostics screen. -
Page 22: Performance And Behavior Settings
Setting up the Directory IRECTORY PAGE The PCC MatrixMIX can serve as a control device for any switcher in its directory. The directory is available to the operator on the Directory screen of the touch-panel display. To add a switcher to the directory: 1. -
Page 23: Configuring Joystick Behavior
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Configuring Joystick Behavior PCC S ETTINGS PAGE Select Normal or Inverted for joystick pan and tilt axes. The operator can also do this from the controller's Settings > Device screen. -
Page 24: Operating The Controller
You will need additional information and software to control the cameras, other video sources, and audio equipment on your network. The PCC MatrixMIX can control up to 10 switchers, which must be added to the controller's directory via the web interface; the admin login is required. -
Page 25: Touch-Panel Display Cheat Sheet
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Touch-Panel Display Cheat Sheet Where to find the controls you need right now. What do you need to do? Go to this screen Mute all video and audio outputs Safety Mute (all screens) -
Page 26: Controller Adjustments
ETTINGS SCREEN EVICE TAB You can adjust the PCC MatrixMIX live production controller to suit the way you work. To adjust the touch-panel brightness: 1. Tap the Brightness arc, or dial to it using the Menu knob and then press the knob. -
Page 27: Selecting A Switcher From The Directory
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Selecting a Switcher from the Directory IRECTORY SCREEN TOUCH PANEL The controller must connect to a switcher to control the equipment connected to it. The top part of the touch-panel displays the name of the selected switcher (if any). You will also need a way to view the switcher's multiviewer output. - Page 28 Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Without a multiviewer: 1. On the Directory screen, select the Connect button associated with the switcher. 2. On the Streaming screen, select Multiviewer as the IP streaming source if necessary.
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Page 29: Selecting Stream Sources
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Selecting Stream Sources TREAMING SCREEN By default, the connected switcher's Program output is the source for both the IP stream and the USB stream. Select the desired source for each stream. -
Page 30: Setting Video Transition Speed
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Setting Video Transition Speed ETTINGS SCREEN RANSITIONS TAB For automated video transitions (takes) using the Take button, the default transition time is 250 ms. To view or change the transition time: 1. -
Page 31: Defining Camera Presets
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Defining Camera Presets RESETS SCREEN TOUCH PANEL Like joystick control, preset operations affect the preview camera. The camera controller does not store presets internally. It accesses the presets stored in the currently... - Page 32 Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller To store a new preset to the preview camera: 1. Set up the shot, including all adjustments. 2. If you are not changing an existing preset, make a note of which presets have already been stored. This information is on the Recall tab, which opens when you navigate to the Presets screen.
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Page 33: Working With Lighting And Color Settings
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Working with Lighting and Color Settings The camera controller gives you access to the selected camera's defined lighting and color settings (scenes) and its lighting and color (CCU) adjustments. You don't need to access each camera's web interface separately to adjust for consistent video. -
Page 34: Adjusting Lighting And Color (Ccu) Settings
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Adjusting Lighting and Color (CCU) Settings SCREEN TOUCH PANEL If none of the lighting selections on the Scenes screen produce the desired results, adjust the image using the controls on the CCU screen. - Page 35 Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Here are some tips. What do you need to correct? Change this: How: The image is too dark Iris Increase (Reduce F-stop) Iris Gain Increase The image looks washed out or faded...
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Page 36: Saving Lighting And Color Adjustments
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Saving Lighting and Color Adjustments SCREEN TOUCH PANEL When the lighting and color look good, select Store as Scene to save the adjustments. The screen prompts you to store the scene as Custom A, Custom B, or Custom C. -
Page 37: Working With Audio
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Working with Audio UDIO SCREEN TOUCH PANEL Up to four audio channels may be available on the Audio screen. Each provides a mute/unmute button, volume read-out, and volume slider control. - Page 38 Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller To associate a graphic with a layer: 1. Select Sources. The Keying > Sources screen displays the filename of the graphic (if any) associated with each layer. 2. To delete a graphic from a layer, select the X to the right of the filename.
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Page 39: Selecting A Pip Source And Layout
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Selecting a PIP Source and Layout SCREEN 1. Select the output to work with – Preview or Program. 2. Select the camera or other video source to use as the PIP source. -
Page 40: Using Macros
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Using Macros ACROS SCREEN Macros are defined in the switcher's administrative interface. Some may be specific to connected equipment rather than outputs. Select the desired macro. Allow time for the macro to complete before starting another action. -
Page 41: Changing The Switching Mode
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Changing the Switching Mode ETTINGS SCREEN EVICE TAB On the Device tab of the Settings screen, select the desired switcher mode – A/B or Dual Bus. After changing from A/B switching to dual-bus mode or vice-versa, the controller(s) associated with the switcher may need to be rebooted. -
Page 42: Specifications
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Specifications Camera Management and Video Output Control via IP Up to 8 cameras via connected AV Bridge MatrixMIX switcher Network Directory of up to 10 connected AV Bridge MatrixMIX switchers... -
Page 43: Troubleshooting And Care
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Troubleshooting and Care If the equipment does not behave as you expect, use this table to determine whether to call Vaddio Technical Support. What is it doing? Possible causes Check and correct Nothing. - Page 44 Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller What is it doing? Possible causes Check and correct The connected switcher is More than one operator has behaving in unexpected ways. control of the switcher. No audio or video from the Safety Mute is on.
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Page 45: Compliance Statements And Declarations Of Conformity
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Compliance Statements and Declarations of Conformity Compliance testing was performed to the following regulations: FCC Part 15 (15.107, 15.109), Subpart B Class A ICES-003, Issue 54: 2012 Class A EMC Directive 2004/108/EC... -
Page 46: European Compliance
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller European Compliance This product has been evaluated for Electromagnetic Compatibility under the EMC Directive for Emissions and Immunity and meets the requirements for a Class A digital device. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures. ... -
Page 47: Warranty Information
Vaddio Service Department: Vaddio will test, repair, or replace the product or products without charge if the unit is under warranty. If the product is out of warranty, Vaddio will test then repair the product or products. The cost of parts and labor charge will be estimated by a technician and confirmed by the customer prior to repair. All components must be returned for testing as a complete unit. Vaddio will not... -
Page 48: Photo Credits
Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller Photo Credits European Space Agency (ESA) astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti, a Flight Engineer with Expedition 42, photographs the Earth through a window in the Cupola on the International Space Station By NASA - https://blogs.nasa.gov/ISS_Science_Blog/2015/03/06/women-in-space-part-two-whats- gender-got-to-do-with-it/, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=38834990... -
Page 49: Index
Index damage, preventing 6 date and time settings 13 default settings, restoring 17 detail setting 31 accessories 3 DHCP addressing 12 admin login 8-9, 14 diagnosing problems 40 changing 14 diagnostic logs 18 default 8 Diagnostics page (web) 18 audio 34 diagram, connection 7 operator controls 34 directory 19, 24... - Page 50 Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller information, room 14 NTP server 13 Invert Joystick control 23 IP address 8, 12 packing list 3 configuring 12 page 12-18, 20, 38 default 12 Diagnostics 18 discovering 8 Help 18...
- Page 51 Integrator's Complete Guide to the PCC MatrixMIX Live Production Controller user login 8, 14 changing 14 default 8 saving a configuration 15 scenes 30, 33 storing 33 video mute 22 Scenes screen (touch-panel) 30 video sources 26 Security page (web) 14...
- Page 52 Vaddio, AV Bridge, and MatrixMIX are trademarks or registered trademarks of Milestone AV Technologies. The term HDMI and the HDMI logo are trademarkes or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.
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