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- Page 1 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL LivePremier™ unit (V2.1) References: AQL-RS-ALPHA, AQL-RS1, AQL-RS2, AQL-RS3, AQL-RS4, AQL-C, AQL-C+ www.analogway.com...
- Page 2 USER MANUAL Information contained in this document, in particular data, pictures, information, trademarks and logos are exclusive property of Analog Way and are protected by copyrights and other intellectual property rights. 2019, Analog Way, all rights reserved – 12/2020 Consequently, any representation and/or reproduction, in part or in full, is prohibited and would be considered a violation of Analog Way’s copyright and other intellectual property rights.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
USER MANUAL Contents Disclaimer ......................9 Copyrights ............................. 9 Warranty ............................9 Liability ............................9 Force Majeure ..........................9 Terms and Definition ..................10 Hardware Specifications ................11 Safety instructions ........................11 English ..............................11 French ..............................12 Italian ..............................13 German .............................. - Page 4 USER MANUAL General tips ..........................26 Web browser features ......................... 26 Mobile version ............................. 26 Section buttons (copy, paste and reset) ....................26 Set a number value ..........................26 Search bar ............................27 Alarms and notifications ........................27 Back panel shortcuts..........................27 Standby / Restart ..........................
- Page 5 USER MANUAL Preconfig Menu ....................45 Preconfig > System ........................45 Vertical rate ............................45 Framelock input settings ........................46 Framelock output settings ........................46 Color processing ..........................46 Quick HDCP ............................46 Multiviewers quantity ......................... 47 Preconfig > Screens / Aux Screens ....................47 Output group ............................
- Page 6 USER MANUAL Output group format ........................... 64 Output group pattern .......................... 65 Output signal ............................65 Output adjustment (image correction) ....................66 Inputs ......................67 10.1 Inputs main screen ........................67 10.2 Input settings ..........................67 Input group signal ..........................68 Input group pattern ..........................
- Page 7 USER MANUAL Audio routing ............................79 Default audio routing .......................... 80 Advanced audio routing (single channel) .................... 80 13.2 Timers............................81 Create a timer ............................81 Control counter timers in Live menus ....................81 Use timers in Screens and Aux. Screens ....................82 13.3 GPIO ............................
- Page 8 USER MANUAL 15.3 Screen Memories ........................101 Save a Screen memory ........................101 Load a Screen memory ........................101 Edit a Screen memory........................102 Quick overwrite or revert ........................102 15.4 Layer Memories ........................102 Save a Layer memory......................... 102 Load a Layer memory ........................
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Page 9: Disclaimer
1.3 Liability Analog Way shall not be liable for any loss or damage, be it direct or indirect in regards to the utility or contents of the software or hardware, except to the extent provided by law. Notwithstanding the above, liability for indirect, special, incidental or consequential loss or damage that may arise in respect of the software or hardware, is expressly excluded. -
Page 10: Terms And Definition
RCS: User interface to setup and operate the LivePremier. It is a web browser based Remote Control Software designed by Analog Way. Widget: Multiviewer item displaying one content (Input, Image, Timer, Preview or Program Screen). Similar to a Layer but without visual priority, widgets are displayed on same level and cannot overlap. -
Page 11: Hardware Specifications
The internal Lithium cell battery is not replaceable. In case of problem, contact your supplier or Analog Way. • OPENINGS: Never push objects of any kind into this product through the openings. If liquids have been spilled or objects have fallen into the device, unplug it immediately and have it checked by a qualified technician. -
Page 12: French
USER MANUAL French Afin de mieux comprendre le fonctionnement de cet appareil nous vous conseillons de bien lire toutes les consignes de sécurité et de fonctionnement avant utilisation. Conservez les instructions de sécurité et de fonctionnement afin de pouvoir les consulter ultérieurement. Respectez toutes les consignes marquées dans la documentation, sur le produit et sur ce document. -
Page 13: Italian
USER MANUAL La pile bouton au Lithium présente à l’intérieur de la machine n’est pas remplaçable. En cas de problème, contactez le service après-vente, votre revendeur ou adressez-vous à un personnel qualifié uniquement. • OUVERTURES ET ORIFICES : Les appareils peuvent comporter des ouvertures (aération, fentes, etc.), veuillez ne jamais y introduire d’objets et ne jamais obstruer ses ouvertures. -
Page 14: German
USER MANUAL nonché svitare le viti che appaiono esteriormente, poiché ció puó provocare all’utilizzatore un rischio di shock elettrico o altri rischi. Non sostituire le batterie a bottone presenti all’interno dell’unita’. • APERTURE DI VENTILAZIONE: Le apparecchiature possono comportare delle aperture di ventilazione, si prega di non introdurre mai oggetti o ostruire le sue fessure. -
Page 15: Spanish
USER MANUAL oder ein Gegenstand in das Gerät gelangt, den Stecker herausziehen und es vor einer neuen Inbetriebnahme von qualifiziertem Fachpersonal überprüfen lassen. Spanish Para comprender mejor el funcionamiento de este aparato, le recomendamos que le acuidadosamente todas las consignas de seguridad y de funcionamiento del aparato antes de usarlo. Conserve las instrucciones de seguridad y de funcionamiento para que pueda consultarlas posteriormente. -
Page 16: Environmental Specifications For All Livepremier Models
USER MANUAL Environmental specifications for all LivePremier models General: • Cooling air flows from front side to rear. • Max ambient operating temperature: < 40°C (< 104°F). • Operating temperature: 0 to +40°C / +32°F to +104°F • Storage temperature: -40 to +70°C / -40°F to +158°F •... -
Page 17: Introducing Livepremier
USER MANUAL 4 Introducing LivePremier™ Before setting up the LivePremier for the first time, please read through all of the documentation to become familiar with its powerful features. The LivePremier can be used in multiple configurations, which results in a versatile video production tool for live event staging and fixed installation applications. LivePremier is not limited by pixel canvas size and can process up to 120 Megapixels throughput at 10 bits 4:4:4 @60Hz. -
Page 18: Front Panel
USER MANUAL 4.2 Front panel It is composed of one OLED display, two USB ports, three buttons (Power, Enter and Exit) and a coder. The front panel can be used for admin features or information (Firmware update, Network settings, Import/Export configuration, Factory Reset and Status check). Fig. -
Page 19: Input / Output Cards
**12G-SFP input and output cards can receive SFP modules either for SDI over Fiber of for SDI over IP / SMPTE. For more information, visit www.analogway.com or contact Analog Way support. Change an input / output card Warning: - Input / output cards are NOT hot swappable. The unit must be turned off and disconnected from power. -
Page 20: Fixed Parts
USER MANUAL 4.5 Fixed parts The following parts are fixed and available on all LivePremier units (except the second Power supply unit on 4RU units). Warning: - All parts other than input and output cards are fixed and should not be removed. Fig. -
Page 21: Power Supply Units
A 5RU LivePremier unit cannot function with only one PSU working. 4.5.5.1 Power supply compatibility Caution: - Only use power supplies provided or recommended by Analog Way. - Ensure that all power supplies present on the unit are from the same type (type 1 or type 2). -
Page 22: Power On And Off
USER MANUAL 4.5.6.2 Rack-mountable power tray for optical extenders Fig. 5 - Power tray for optical extenders (ex: Neutrik OpticalCON Duo) There are three types of power trays with different connectors: 4x Neutrik opticalCON Duo + 8 slots for HDMI 2.0 over fiber extenders 4x Neutrik opticalCON Quad + 16 slots for HDMI 2.0 over fiber extenders 8x SC Duplex + 16 slots for HDMI 2.0 over fiber extenders The power tray is a 1RU size housing accessory which can enclose up to 8 or 16 extenders, also providing... -
Page 23: Precautions When Mounting A Livepremier Unit
USER MANUAL 4.7 Precautions when mounting a LivePremier unit Warning: - For safety reasons, it is recommended to earth the unit. Use an earth cable (not provided) to earth a screw of the unit’s chassis. - Follow these precautions to avoid risks for products and users. - Do not put a magnetic plate in contact with the upper part of the unit as it may block the fans of the unit. -
Page 24: Using The Web Rcs
USER MANUAL 5 Using the Web RCS Fig. 6 - Web RCS Interface Web RCS is the main controller for the LivePremier. It is embedded in all units and compatible with all operating systems. LivePremier can be operated from any computer via wired network connection without installing any software. -
Page 25: Default Network Settings
USER MANUAL Default network settings Connect a computer to the LivePremier unit via LAN connection. Use a crossover cable if connecting directly to the unit or use straight cables if connecting through a switch or hub. Tip: All connections should be done before starting the LivePremier unit. Default network settings: IP Address: 192.168.2.140 Subnet Mask: 255.255.255.0... -
Page 26: General Tips
USER MANUAL 5.2 General tips Web browser features The Web RCS is fully browser integrated and behaves like any web site. It manages browser features such as: Previous page / Next Page Multi-selection of items using the Ctrl or Shift keys Open in new tab / Open in new page Enter direct URL Bookmark any page... -
Page 27: Search Bar
USER MANUAL Search bar In the top bar, use the search bar to simply access a feature or setting. 1. Click the search bar. 2. Enter a keyword to search (ex: Input, Pattern, Keying). The search results are displayed. 3. Click a result to open the corresponding page. Alarms and notifications In the top bar, alarms and notifications display when the following events occur: A component is missing or not detected... -
Page 28: Dashboard - System Settings
USER MANUAL 5.3 Dashboard - System settings In the Dashboard, check device status and modify general system settings. In the top bar, click then any sub item of the Dashboard to enter the Dashboard menu. Click on Dashboard items on the left panel to open the corresponding settings on the right panel. Fig. -
Page 29: Dashboard - Firmware / Hardware (Firmware Update)
USER MANUAL Dashboard – Firmware / Hardware (Firmware Update) Prerequisite: Go to www.analogway.com and download the latest LivePremier updater. Caution: Disconnect all HDMI over fiber cables from optical input plugs before a firmware update. Note: In some cases, updating the LivePremier unit may reset the Configuration (check the Release notes). Tip: Export a configuration to recover it after the update (see 5.4 Save / Load Configuration page 32). -
Page 30: Dashboard - Network
USER MANUAL 5.3.2.4 Hardware status The Hardware status is available if needed for System check or Technical support. Dashboard – Network Dashboard > Network. 1. Go to the 2. In Adapter, set Host name. 3. In IPv4, manage DHCP, set IP address, Netmask and Gateway. 4. - Page 31 Note: The network ports used for AWJ is displayed on the Security card. - AWJ is a JSON based protocol developed by Analog Way for LivePremier. AWJ is a bidirectional TCP API, it grants full control on a LivePremier device and receives real-time status updates from the LivePremier device. For more information, visit www.analogway.com.
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Page 32: Save / Load Configuration
USER MANUAL 5.4 Save / Load Configuration Tip: Saving the configuration before powering off is not necessary. The unit saves the current configuration in real time. The LivePremier units can export and import device configurations. In addition to these features, the LivePremier units also have two embedded memory slots to save and load configurations internally. -
Page 33: Save The Current Configuration In A Slot
USER MANUAL Save the current Configuration in a Slot 1. In the top bar, click , then Save / Load. 2. In the Save panel, click Current Configuration. 3. In the filters, select the settings to save. 4. Click Save to Slot 1 or Save to Slot 2. The configuration is saved in the selected memory slot. -
Page 34: Export A Configuration To The Computer
USER MANUAL Export a Configuration to the computer 1. In the top bar, click , then Save / Load. 2. In the Save panel, select the configuration to export (Current Configuration, Slot 1 or Slot 2). 3. In the filters, select the settings to export. Note: Filtering is possible only if exporting the Current Configuration. -
Page 35: Livepremier Concepts
USER MANUAL 6 LivePremier concepts 6.1 What is “Capacity”? A capacity is the maximum bandwidth allocated to an item. Allocating a max capacity for every item ensures the interoperability between all the internal elements of a LivePremier unit. Capacities are automatically assigned when setting a format. -
Page 36: Content And Layer Compatibility
USER MANUAL Content and layer compatibility An input or image with capacity can be used in a layer with capacity or 2: Layer with capacity Content with capacity Layer with capacity The content is displayed correctly but the resources are not optimized. can only be used in a layer with capacity 2: An input or image with capacity The content cannot be... -
Page 37: Screen Layers
- Background sets can only be used in Screen Background layers. Mixing layers This is the default layers mode for LivePremier units as well as most Analog Way products. This offers the most spectacular transition effects which made the reputation of Analog Way. -
Page 38: Aux Screens And Aux Layers
USER MANUAL 6.3 Aux Screens and Aux layers Aux Screens do not consume processing resources. They are a great help to display more content when the LivePremier unit has available outputs while processing resources are fully used by Screens. Aux layers quantity and capacity Outputs used in Aux Screens can display up to 8 layers with capacity 1. -
Page 39: Livepremier Processing
USER MANUAL 6.4 LivePremier Processing VPUs and Scaling engines The main processing components of LivePremier are the Video Processing Units (VPU). VPUs create the layers and allocate them to one or multiple outputs. Understanding VPU concept is the key for optimized performance. -
Page 40: Self-Rearrangement
USER MANUAL Self-rearrangement A VPU has a modular architecture and rearranges its links depending on the Screen configuration: - Number of outputs in the Screen - Number of layers in the Screen - Capacity of the links between layers and outputs VPU configuration examples One VPU can manage up to 8 Screens, each Screen using 1 output and 1 mixing layer. -
Page 41: A Vpu Can Support Both Capacities At The Same Time
USER MANUAL A VPU can support both capacities at the same time One Screen cannot support mixing and split layers at the same time. However, VPUs and Screens can support layers of capacity at the same time, in any order. Screen 1 (1 output and 1 mixing layer capacity 1) Screen 2 (1 output and 1 mixing layer capacity 1) Screen 3 (2 outputs and 2 mixing layers capacity... -
Page 42: Combined Vpus
USER MANUAL Combined VPUs A Screen using more than 8 outputs uses another VPU. In the following example, each mixing layer of Screen 1 uses 3 layer links: Screen 1 (12 outputs and 4 mixing layers) Screen 2 (4 outputs and 4 mixing layers Optimized mode An Optimized mode is enabled for the whole VPU when one Screen uses at least 5 outputs links and at least one layer of capacity 2. -
Page 43: Cut & Fill Resources
USER MANUAL Cut & Fill resources The Cut & Fill effect is enabled for a layer and doubles the resources needed for that layer. Screen 1 (4 outputs and 2 mixing layer capacity 1; 1 mixing layer capacity with Cut & Fill; 1 mixing layer capacity with Cut &... -
Page 44: Hdr Conversion
USER MANUAL 6.5 HDR conversion Tip: HDR conversion adds no latency. LivePremier can manage inputs and outputs with different frame rates. In the same way, LivePremier can also manage inputs and outputs with different dynamic range profiles, including Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) and High Dynamic Range (HDR). -
Page 45: Preconfig Menu
USER MANUAL 7 Preconfig Menu Fig. 10 - Preconfig Menu Preconfig is composed of the following submenus: System Multiviewers quantity (one or two) Screens / Aux Screens Canvas Inputs Images Backgrounds Click Preconfig to display the submenus. 7.1 Preconfig > System Preconfig >... -
Page 46: Framelock Input Settings
USER MANUAL 7.1.1.2 Set relative rate Caution: - Make sure the reference input is a reliable source. Any disruptions in the reference signal may cause visible glitches on the output, even if the selected framelock reference input is not being displayed. Preconfig 1. -
Page 47: Multiviewers Quantity
USER MANUAL 7.2 Multiviewers quantity A Multiviewer is a dedicated output displaying a user customizable selection of Widgets as display resources. A Widget is an element containing a program, preview, input or image. One Multiviewer can display up to 64 Widgets. -
Page 48: Output Group
USER MANUAL Output group Output group optimizes the resources of the VPU when using Screens with multiple outputs. This allows using more outputs in the same VPU (ex: one VPU can then manage up to 16 outputs in four 2x2 Screens). It is also possible to set a 4K image or live input as a background content for an output group composed of four HDTV outputs. -
Page 49: Set An Output Group For A Screen
USER MANUAL Set an output group for a Screen 1. In Preconfig > Screens / Aux Screens > Outputs tab, click an output. 2. In Configuration, select Screen mode and Group type. 3. Select the output group layout (1x1 by default). Selecting a higher group layout automatically groups the following output(s). -
Page 50: Create A Screen
USER MANUAL Create a Screen Preconfig > Screens / Aux Screens > Screens tab, click a Screen to show more options: Note: An output group must be set to Screen mode to be assigned in a Screen. Enable/disable the Screen Select the Layer mode (Mixing layers or Split layers) Use drag and drop to assign Output groups to a Screen. -
Page 51: Rename A Screen
USER MANUAL Rename a Screen By default, all Screens are named S1, S2, or A1, A2 and so on. To rename a Screen: 1. In Preconfig > Screens / Aux Screens, click a Screen or Aux Screen on Enter Label… 2. -
Page 52: Tree View
USER MANUAL Tree view Preconfig > Canvas, select a Screen to display the tree view of the Screen. Select one element to change the corresponding settings in the right panel. X and Y (Only displayed if the Screen is in Grid type) Create covering or gap between the grid cells. areas Set blending and black areas for covering areas. - Page 53 USER MANUAL Note: When using output rotation on a group, rotation is set individually with each output staying in its position. Tip: - If the physical displays are rotated at 90° clockwise, set the output group rotation at 90°. - It is possible to reassign an output to another cell in the virtual canvas. Output rotation Display result No rotation...
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Page 54: Patterns
USER MANUAL Patterns Display patterns are used during the Screen configuration phase to test and control how outputs are displayed in Screens. Use patterns to identify and test that the displays are set correctly (color, position, resolution, etc.). Enabling a pattern overrides any content displayed in the output. It is possible to use Screen patterns and Output patterns. -
Page 55: Grid Canvas
USER MANUAL Grid canvas 7.4.4.1 Create a Grid canvas Grid type, create a grid and assign output groups to corresponding cells to create the Screen canvas. 1. In Preconfig > Canvas, select a Screen. Grid 2. Select the canvas type. 3. -
Page 56: Free Canvas
USER MANUAL Free canvas Free type is separated in two modes: Auto mode Set the position of each output or group freely. The canvas size is automatically computed and optimized for the created Screen. Custom mode Set the Screen size then position each output or group inside the created Screen. 7.4.5.1 Bottom bar buttons –... - Page 57 USER MANUAL 7.4.5.3 Create a canvas in Custom mode Custom mode, enter a H and V size to create the custom Screen canvas. Then enter position or use drag and drop to position each output inside the canvas. Custom mode is recommended for complex shows where the canvas size is known. Preconfig >...
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Page 58: Advanced Output Settings (In Preconfig > Canvas)
USER MANUAL Advanced output settings (in Preconfig > Canvas) Note: Output settings are applied to the selected output. These following settings are specific to outputs and can be used in all canvas types. 7.4.6.1 Canvas settings for DPH104 Preconfig All DPH104 outputs are limited to a grid created according to the Layout selected in >... -
Page 59: Preconfig > Inputs
USER MANUAL 7.5 Preconfig > Inputs Preconfig > Inputs, set input group and input format. Input group Inputs can be grouped together to be used as one source content. Using input group saves time and frees layers for processing optimization more. For example: it is possible to group four live inputs (in 1x4, 2x2 or 4x1) and used them as one source in one layer. -
Page 60: Preconfig > Images
USER MANUAL 7.6 Preconfig Images > Preconfig > Images, set the expected image resolution for image slots. Image slots The number of available image slots displayed at the same time depends on the number of IPU of the unit and the image slots capacity. Number of IPUs Image slots available 24 image slots at capacity... -
Page 61: Preconfig > Backgrounds
USER MANUAL 7.7 Preconfig > Backgrounds Preconfig > Backgrounds, create background sets for each Screen. Background sets Each Screen is composed of one or more output groups. Assign inputs and images to these output groups to create background sets. Up to eight Background sets can be saved per screen. Note: - One input can be set as a background source for multiple outputs if they have the same format. -
Page 62: Multiviewers
USER MANUAL 8 Multiviewers A Multiviewer is an output displaying a user customizable selection of Widgets as display resources. A Widget is a Multiviewer layer containing a program, preview, input or image. One Multiviewer can display up to 64 Widgets. Multiviewers, set the Label, Signal parameters, Patterns and Image correction. -
Page 63: Multiviewers Pattern
USER MANUAL 8.3 Multiviewers pattern Multiviewers, select one Multiviewer. In Pattern / Raster, the following settings are displayed: Setting name Description / Setting selection Patterns Enable On/Off toggle. Display the pattern in Multiviewer Patterns Select the pattern to display Area Set the pattern to fit the format used or the AOI On/Off toggle. -
Page 64: Outputs
USER MANUAL 9 Outputs Outputs, set the Label, Signal parameters, Patterns and Image correction for each output group. Note: Go to Preconfig > Screens / Aux Screens > Outputs to set output resources. 9.1 Outputs main screen Outputs, the outputs main screen displays all outputs in a Grid view. Go to The following information are displayed per output: - Resolution... -
Page 65: Output Group Pattern
USER MANUAL Output group pattern Outputs, select an output. In Group Pattern, the following settings are displayed: Note: Output pattern settings are identical for all outputs of the same group. Setting name Description / Setting selection Patterns Enable On/Off toggle. Display the pattern in all outputs of the group Patterns Select the pattern to display Area... -
Page 66: Output Adjustment (Image Correction)
USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection HDR Processing (only if HDR Processing is enabled in Preconfig > System) Select the Dynamic range used for this output (Auto, SDR, HDR10 or HLG BBC) Output Profile Luminance Select the nit level used for this output (only for HLG BBC with SDR as internal profile) Inverse Tone Mapping or Direct Mapping BBC Mapping... -
Page 67: 0 Inputs
USER MANUAL Inputs Inputs, set the Label, Signal parameters, Patterns, Image correction, Aspect and Keying. Note: - Go to Preconfig > Inputs to set input resources. - Input settings are identical for all inputs of the same group. 10.1 Inputs main screen Inputs, the inputs main screen displays all inputs in a Grid view. -
Page 68: Input Group Signal
USER MANUAL Input group signal Inputs, select an input. In Group Signal, the following settings are displayed: Setting name Description / Setting selection Settings Auto, YUV, RGB Full (0-255) or RGB Limited (16-235). Signal Type None*; Default; HDCP 1.x Only or HDCP 1.x and 2.x HDCP Control Black... -
Page 69: Input Group Adjustment (Image Correction)
USER MANUAL Input group adjustment (image correction) Inputs, select an input. In Group Adjustments, the following settings are displayed: Setting name Description / Setting selection Colorimetry Adjust Brightness, Contrast, Saturation and Hue User Gain Adjust Red, Green and Blue Sharpness Low, Medium or High 2:2 or 3:2 (only for interlaced format) Pulldown... -
Page 70: Input Keying
USER MANUAL Input Keying Inputs, select an input. In Group Keying, key the content using Chroma Keying or Luma Keying. - Use Chroma Keying to key a color (or hue). - Use Luma Keying to key a Luma level (or brightness). Note: Input keying applies to all inputs in the same input group. -
Page 71: Images And Library
USER MANUAL Images and Library Image management is separated in two menus: Library: transfer images to the LivePremier unit. Images: assign uploaded image to image slot to be used in layers. 11.1 Library Note: LivePremier units can store up to 200 images. Library, all imported images are displayed in a Grid view. -
Page 72: Transfer Images From The Computer To The Unit
USER MANUAL Transfer images from the computer to the unit Note: It is possible to import only one folder at a time. 1. In Library, select one or multiple image files (or a folder) on the computer file browser. 2. Drag and drop the selection in the Drop images or folder of images block. 3. -
Page 73: Images
USER MANUAL 11.2 Images Images main screen Images, all images presets are displayed in a Grid view. The following information are displayed per image slot: - Resolution - Image slot capacity - Image slot number - Image slot label - The tallies turn red and green if the image slot is used in a Program and/or... -
Page 74: Assign A Timer To An Image Slot
USER MANUAL Assign a timer to an image slot Note: Timers can be displayed in Multiviewers without being assigned as image slots. Timers can be assigned to image slots. They can then be used in layers just like regular images. Images, click an image slot. -
Page 75: Image Aspect
USER MANUAL Image aspect Images, select an image slot. In Aspect, set the Aspect ratio or set image crop. Note: - Aspect ratio and Crop replaces the image slot content and affects every layer using it. If needed, use crop at layer level in Live. - Aspect ratio and Crop set for an image slot remain when changing the image source. -
Page 76: 2 Formats And Edid
USER MANUAL Formats and EDID 12.1 Formats Formats, create and manage up to 16 custom formats. Custom formats are very useful for LED wall applications and non-standard display applications (ex: pixel frequency over 165MHz or Dual-link outputs with single link formats 2400x700@60Hz). Custom formats can also be used to create custom EDIDs and then reset or request the preferred EDID of connected outputs and inputs. -
Page 77: Edid
USER MANUAL 12.2 EDID Fig. 17 - EDID menu EDID is a metadata format used by displays to indicate their preferred format. A LivePremier unit receives EDIDs from connected inputs and outputs. It is possible to store these EDIDs in a memory called EDID bank. It is then possible to overwrite the preferred format of inputs and outputs. -
Page 78: Set A Custom Format For An Edid
USER MANUAL Set a custom format for an EDID It is possible to change the preferred format of an input EDID with the settings of a created Custom format. 1. In EDID, hover over an input EDID or an EDID created in the bank and click in the top right corner to show more settings. -
Page 79: 3 Audio And Extras
USER MANUAL Audio and Extras 13.1 Audio LivePremier units are able to manage audio routing with and without Dante audio network. Using the Dante audio, LivePremier can manage up to 64 input channels and 64 output channels at 48 kHz. Audio >... -
Page 80: Default Audio Routing
USER MANUAL Audio routing menu: Channel receivers (Inputs and Dante IN audio channels) are located in the left panel: - Click to mute the selected audio channels. - Click to highlight transmitter channels using this receiver channels. Channel transmitters (Outputs and Dante OUT) audio channels are located in the right panel: - Click to mute the selected audio channels. -
Page 81: Timers
USER MANUAL 13.2 Timers Timers are time-based contents to be displayed in Screens, Aux Screens and Multiviewers. LivePremier units can generate up to four timers and three different modes. There are three types of timers: - Current time - Count down - Count up (Stopwatch) Create a timer 1. -
Page 82: Use Timers In Screens And Aux. Screens
USER MANUAL Use timers in Screens and Aux. Screens Note: Timers can be displayed in Multiviewers without being assigned as image slots. Timers can be assigned to image slots. They can then be used in layers just like regular images. Images, click an image slot. -
Page 83: On/Off Switch Pins
USER MANUAL Fig. 23 - GPIO Phoenix connection example On/Off switch pins A switch can be placed between the On/Off pins to turn the LivePremier unit on and off. It will work as the front panel switch: when the device is on, closing the switch will request the device to power down. If the switch remains closed more than four seconds, a forced power down is performed. -
Page 84: Set Gpio In The Web Rcs
USER MANUAL Set GPIO in the Web RCS Extras > GPIO, set the GPI and GPO actions. Fig. 24 - Setting name Description / Setting selection Polarity Set when the GPI connector is active (when powered or when unpowered) Select No action to disable triggers from this GPI. Mode Select Take and associate a Screen to trigger the transition when using the GPI Take... -
Page 85: Screens / Aux
USER MANUAL Screens / Aux. Screens / Aux. is the main page for controlling a show after all pre-configurations are set: - Display content in layers in Screens and Aux Screens - Create dynamic layer transitions - Transition Preview to Program - Save and Load Screen memories and Master memories Fig. - Page 86 USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection Toggle to lock all the Screens and Aux Screens. Prevent edits during Live, or lock Program to only edit in Preview. PGM / PRW Layers cannot be modified but Memories can be loaded and transition can be triggered. Toggle to show/hide all Program, Preview, Screens and/or Aux.
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Page 87: Sources - Left Panel
USER MANUAL Sources - Left panel The Sources are located in the left panel. Click the icons to show the corresponding sources: Screen sources Background sets Inputs Image slots Program Screens Note: - Program Screens can only be used as content for Aux Screens and Split layers. - Background sets can only be used in Background layers. -
Page 88: Screen Layout Editor
USER MANUAL Screen layout editor Click to open the layout editor, a smart tool to place layers in the Screen easily. Setting name Description / Setting selection Mode Mosaic places layers in custom grid. Mosaic layout automatically arranges the layers in rows. The last slot is empty if the number of layers is odd. -
Page 89: Bottom Bar Buttons
USER MANUAL Bottom bar buttons In addition to the layout editor, use the buttons in the bottom bar to help setting the layers in Screens. Button Button description Action buttons Box mode: the layer selection is considered as a box (ex: Middle center position puts the center of the box in the center of the Screen). -
Page 90: Transitions - Right Panel
USER MANUAL Transitions - Right panel Setting name Description / Setting selection Screen Select the Screens and Aux affected by transition (by default, all Screens transition filter and all Aux are selected). Copy Program to Preview after the transition. If Preset Toggle is enabled for a Screen, the layers in PGM replace the layers Preset Toggle in PRW during a Take or Take Cut (“swap”... -
Page 91: Layer Properties
USER MANUAL 14.2 Layer properties When a layer is selected, the following layer settings are displayed in the Properties tab: Setting name Description / Setting selection Source Select a content for this layer. Set layer Vertical and Horizontal position in pixels. Position/Size Set layer Height and Width in pixels. -
Page 92: Layer Source
USER MANUAL 14.2.1.2 Set layer position and size manually 1. In Screens / Aux., select a layer. The selected layer is highlighted. 2. Use drag and drop on the layer to move it in the Screen. 3. Use drag and drop on a layer border point to change its size. It is also possible to use the Properties panel: 4. -
Page 93: Cut & Fill Effect
USER MANUAL 14.2.2.4 Set a colored background In addition to the eight background sets, each Screen is able to display a color in the background layer. Screens / Aux., select a background layer (BKG). 1. In 2. In Properties, click Source to show the corresponding settings. 3. -
Page 94: Set Layer Opacity
USER MANUAL 14.2.3.2 Set Cut & Fill in layer 1. In Screens / Aux., select a layer with Cut & Fill 2. Assign a content in the layer. 3. In Properties, click Cut&Fill to show the corresponding settings. 4. Toggle the Enable button. 5. -
Page 95: Set Layer Smooth Border
USER MANUAL Set layer smooth border Setting a smooth border without enabling Edge creates a smooth effect around the content. Screens / Aux., select a layer. 1. In 2. In Properties, click Border to show the corresponding settings. 3. Keep the Edge toggle disabled. 4. -
Page 96: Layer Transition
USER MANUAL 14.3 Layer transition The transition is the animations of the layers during Take. Each layer can be defined by an opening and a closing transition. The opening effect is triggered when the layer switches from one source to another or when the layer appears on Screen. -
Page 97: Aux Screens
USER MANUAL 14.4 Aux Screens Outputs used in Aux Screens can display up to 8 layers with capacity 1. Aux layers are dynamic, assigning a content with a capacity higher than will preempt the next Aux layer(s). One capacity needed = one layer preempted. For example: an Aux Screen is set with 6 layers. -
Page 98: 5 Memories
USER MANUAL Memories Memories are used to save layers settings. Master memory Saves/loads multiple Screen memories at once (one per screen). Screen memory Saves/loads the layers settings for one Screen or Aux Screen. Layer memory Saves/loads the settings for one layer. The LivePremier is able to save up to 500 Master memories, 1000 Screen memories and 50 Layer memories. -
Page 99: Master Memories
USER MANUAL 15.2 Master Memories Save a Master memory from current Screens Master memory is the default saving mode and can be used alone as it loads settings on all Screens. A Master memory saves the selected Screens in the current settings. Using Filters, select which Screens, Aux, Layers and Layer settings to save in the Master memory. -
Page 100: Save A Master Memory From Existing Screen Memories
USER MANUAL Save a Master memory from existing Screen memories Because a Master memory is made from Screen memories. It is also possible to create a Master memory by pointing to existing Screen memories. Screens / Aux., click the Memories tab in the right panel. 1. -
Page 101: Edit A Master Memory
USER MANUAL Edit a Master memory 1. Load a Master memory. 2. Click Save to open the Master memory saving window. 3. Select the settings to save. 4. Select the existing Master memory slot to edit. 5. Click Save to overwrite the previous Master memory. 15.3 Screen Memories Save a Screen memory A Screen memory saves the selected Screen in the current settings. -
Page 102: Edit A Screen Memory
USER MANUAL Edit a Screen memory 1. Load a Screen memory. 2. Click Save to open the Screen memory saving window. 3. Select the settings to save. 4. Select the existing Screen memory slot to edit. 5. Click Save to overwrite the previous Screen memory. Quick overwrite or revert When a Screen memory is loaded in a Screen, a button with the memory slot number appears. -
Page 103: Load A Layer Memory
USER MANUAL Load a Layer memory 1. In Screens / Aux., click the Memories tab in the right panel. 2. Select Layer mode and click Load. 3. If needed, enable Auto Scale to adapt the loaded memory to fit the Screen. 4. -
Page 104: Reorder Memories
USER MANUAL 15.7 Reorder memories 1. In Screens / Aux., click the Memories tab in the right panel. 2. Select Master, Screen or Layer mode. 3. Click Edit. 4. Drag a memory slot to a new place to organize the memory slots in a custom order. Note: - Reordering memory slots does not change the memory slot number and does not impact external controllers and RC400T. -
Page 105: 6 Multiviewers
USER MANUAL Multiviewers Tip: Go to Multiviewers after all pre-configurations are set. A Multiviewer is an output displaying a user customizable selection of Widgets as display resources. A Widget works like a layer and can display a program, preview, input, image or timer. One Multiviewer can display up to 64 Widgets. -
Page 106: Sources - Left Panel
USER MANUAL Sources - Left panel The Sources are located in the left panel. Click the icons to show the corresponding sources: Multiviewers sources Inputs Image slots Timers Screens The following information are displayed per source content: - Resolution (for inputs) - Source capacity - Source number - Source label... -
Page 107: Widget Selection
USER MANUAL 16.2.1.2 Set Preview mode for Preview Screen widgets 1. In Multiviewers, click Screens in the source panel. 2. Hover a Preview Screen and click to show preview options: Setting Description / Setting selection name Select what is displayed in the Preview widget: - Display Program during transitions Preview - Display Nothing during transitions... -
Page 108: Multiviewer Layout Editor
USER MANUAL Multiviewer layout editor Click to open the layout editor, a smart tool to place widget in the Multiviewers easily. Setting name Description / Setting selection Columns & Create a custom grid Rows Autofill Select the source content to put in layers Select widgets to include/exclude from this Widgets layout... -
Page 109: Widget Properties
USER MANUAL 16.3 Widget properties When a widget is selected, the following widget settings are displayed in the Properties tab. Setting name Description / Setting selection Enable: Toggle to show/hide the widget. OSD (On Screen Display): View - Off: Hide OSD information. - Basic: Only show the title of the source in widget OSD. -
Page 110: Widget Source - Assign Content To A Widget
USER MANUAL Widget source - Assign content to a widget 1. In Multiviewers, click a source icon in the left panel. 2. Select a widget or make sure it is available for drag and drop. 3. Drag a content to the widget. The content thumbnail is displayed in the widget with the source label at the bottom. -
Page 111: Edit A Multiviewer Memory
USER MANUAL Edit a Multiviewer memory 1. Load a Multiviewer memory. 2. Click Save to open the memory saving window. 3. Select the Multiviewer to save. 4. Select the existing Multiviewer memory slot to edit. 5. Click Save to overwrite the previous Multiviewer memory. Rename a Memory 1. -
Page 112: 7 User Maintenance And Troubleshooting
USER MANUAL User Maintenance and Troubleshooting 17.1 User Maintenance – Air filter Tip: For optimal performance, this air filter must be cleaned by the user regularly (once a year). The LivePremier unit is equipped with a removable air filter at the front of the unit. Tools: Torx T20 screwdriver, duster or vacuum. -
Page 113: Appendices
USER MANUAL APPENDICES Appendix A. RC400T The RC400T event controller has been designed to greatly increase the level of operational efficiency and to give instant access to the crucial functionalities of the LivePremier image processor such as screens, layers, sources and memories. The RC400T offers 56 user programmable buttons, a high-resolution T-bar and a three-axis joystick for easy and fast programming (assign source in layers, load memories, etc.). - Page 114 To turn the lamp on, go to Front panel settings and enable Power on light. Note: For more information on the XLR lamp for RC400T, visit www.analogway.com or contact Analog Way support. A.b.c. Program/Preview key Press the Program/Preview key to toggle between Program and Preview modes.
- Page 115 USER MANUAL A.b.g. RC400T rear panel Fig. 31 - RC400T - rear panel The rear panel is composed of: - One power plug with a switch button - One Ethernet plug for network connection - One HDMI plug - One USB plug Note: The HDMI plug will be fully functional in a future version.
- Page 116 USER MANUAL A.c.d. Control multiple LivePremier units with the RC400T When multiple LivePremier units are enabled for remote control, the RC400T displays a new home page to select the device to use (by default, the active unit is the one configured in the first device slot). - Press the Exit/Menu button on the Setting page to display the device selection page.
- Page 117 USER MANUAL A.d.b. Assign a source to a layer 1. Select the Program or Preview mode. 2. On the Selection area, press the LCD key of a row. The row is on Mode selection. 3. Select the Screens & Aux. mode using the corresponding LED key. The row is on Screen mode. 4.
- Page 118 USER MANUAL A.d.f. Load a Layer memory 1. Select the Program or Preview mode. 2. On the Selection area, press the LCD key of a row. The row is on Mode selection. 3. Select the Screens & Aux. mode using the corresponding LED key. The row is on Screen mode. 4.
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Page 119: Appendix B. Other Livepremier Control Options
USER MANUAL Appendix B. Other LivePremier control options LivePremier units are also compatible with the Analog Way Shot Box² and Control Box² and also with Companion or Universe installed on a Stream deck. Stream deck + Shot Box² Control Box²... -
Page 120: Contact Information
USER MANUAL CONTACT INFORMATION The Americas Europe, Middle East & Africa Asia Pacific Analog Way SAS - Headquarters Analog Way Inc. Analog Way Ltd Tel.: +33 (0)1 81 89 08 60 Tel.: +1 (678) 487 6644 Tel.: +852 2967 0428... - Page 121 USER MANUAL www.analogway.com...
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