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- Page 1 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Midra™ 4K unit USER MANUAL (V2.0) USER MANUAL References: USER MANUAL EKS-4K, PLS-4K, QMX-4K, QVU-4K USER MANUAL USER MANUAL www.analogway.com...
- Page 2 USER MANUAL 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. 2020, Analog Way, all rights reserved – 10/2021 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 USER MANUAL Contents USER MANUAL Disclaimer ......................9 Copyrights ............................. 9 USER MANUAL Warranty ............................9 USER MANUAL Liability ............................9 Force Majeure ..........................9 USER MANUAL Terms and Definition ..................10 Hardware Specifications ................11 USER MANUAL Safety instructions ........................ - Page 4 USER MANUAL Online stream status ........................25 USER MANUAL Device control synchronization ....................25 USER MANUAL Web RCS synchronization ........................25 RC400T synchronization ........................25 USER MANUAL Back panel shortcuts ........................26 Standby / Restart ........................26 USER MANUAL Dashboard - System settings ....................... 26 Dashboard –...
- Page 5 USER MANUAL Rename a Screen ..........................39 USER MANUAL Tree view ............................. 39 USER MANUAL Set an output format ........................... 39 Patterns ............................... 40 USER MANUAL X and Y areas (Edge-blending mode) ....................41 Advanced output settings (in Preconfig > Canvas) ................42 USER MANUAL Preconfig >...
- Page 6 USER MANUAL Delete an image file from the unit ...................... 56 USER MANUAL Manage Library from the Front panel ....................57 USER MANUAL Images ............................57 Images main screen ..........................57 USER MANUAL Image slots settings ..........................58 Assign an imported image to a Foreground image slot ............... 58 USER MANUAL Assign an imported image to a Background image slot ..............
- Page 7 USER MANUAL Set layer Horizontal and Vertical flip ....................72 USER MANUAL Layer transition ........................... 73 USER MANUAL Set layer transition effect ........................73 Set layer transition timing ........................73 USER MANUAL Set layer transition speed ........................73 Aux Screen layer .......................... 73 USER MANUAL Memories ......................
- Page 8 USER MANUAL Set audio internal reference and global transition delay ..............87 USER MANUAL Audio routing concept ........................ 88 USER MANUAL Route an audio source directly to an output audio ..............88 Set an output audio to follow Screen settings ................88 USER MANUAL Route an audio source directly to a Screen audio ................
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Page 9: Disclaimer
The hardware has been modified by someone other than a certified Analog Way dealer. 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 Midra 4K. It is a web browser based Remote Control Software designed by Analog Way. Widget: Multiviewer item displaying one content (Input, 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 USER MANUAL French USER MANUAL 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 USER MANUAL fonctionnement afin de pouvoir les consulter ultérieurement. -
Page 13: Italian
USER MANUAL Si un liquide ou un objet pénètre à l’intérieur de l’appareil, débranchez immédiatement l’appareil et faites- USER MANUAL le contrôler par un personnel qualifié avant de le remettre en service. USER MANUAL Italian USER MANUAL Allo scopo di capire meglio il funzionamento di questa apparecchiatura vi consigliamo di leggere bene tutti i consigli di sicurezza e di funzionamento prima dell’utilizzo. -
Page 14: German
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL German USER MANUAL Um den Betrieb dieses Geräts zu verstehen, raten wir Ihnen vor der Inbetriebnahme alle Sicherheits und Betriebsanweisungen genau zu lesen. Diese Sicherheits- und Betriebsanweisungen für einen späteren USER MANUAL Gebrauch sicher aufbewahren. Alle in den Unterlagen, an dem Gerät und hier angegebenen Sicherheitsanweisungen einhalten. -
Page 15: Spanish
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Spanish USER MANUAL 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 USER MANUAL seguridad y de funcionamiento para que pueda consultarlas posteriormente. Respete todas las consignas indicadas en la documentación, relacionadas con el producto y este documento. -
Page 16: Environmental Specifications For All Midra 4K Models
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Environmental specifications for all Midra 4K models USER MANUAL General: • Cooling air flows from front side to rear. USER MANUAL • Max ambient operating temperature: < 40°C (< 104°F). • Operating temperature: 0 to +40°C / +32°F to +104°F USER MANUAL •... -
Page 17: Introducing Midra 4K
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 4 Introducing Midra 4K™ USER MANUAL Before setting up the Midra 4K for the first time, please read through all of the documentation to become familiar with its powerful features. The Midra 4K is an ideally tailored video production tool for small and USER MANUAL mid-size live event staging and fixed installation applications. -
Page 18: Front And Rear Panel
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Front and rear panel USER MANUAL - All models share common keys on the front panel but some keys differ to match the functions of the device. - All models have the same rear panel with the Analog and Dante audio card being an option. USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL... -
Page 19: Quickvu 4K Front Panel
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL QuickVu 4K front panel USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Fig. 2 - QuickVu 4K front panel The QuickVu 4K always has One Screen and One Aux. Screen, so there is no SCREEN 2 area and no keys USER MANUAL associated. -
Page 20: Genlock And Loop
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Genlock and Loop USER MANUAL Genlock is used to synchronize the frame rate of multiple devices with a physical connection. The Genlock input is used to synchronize the Midra 4K unit with an external reference. USER MANUAL The Genlock Loop is then used to send the sync signal to other devices. -
Page 21: Forced Shutdown
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 4.3.2.2 Power off from the Web RCS USER MANUAL Click in the Web RCS top bar, then click Standby and confirm. USER MANUAL Forced shutdown USER MANUAL Caution: Use forced shutdown only if the unit has crashed. Using forced shutdown regularly is not recommended. USER MANUAL If the Midra 4K unit crashed, turn off the power by Forced shutdown. -
Page 22: Using The Web Rcs
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 5 Using the Web RCS USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Fig. 5 - Web RCS Interface Web RCS is the main controller for the Midra 4K. It is embedded in all units and compatible with all operating systems. -
Page 23: Default Network Settings
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Default network settings USER MANUAL Connect a computer to the Midra 4K 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. USER MANUAL Tip: All connections should be done before starting the Midra 4K unit. -
Page 24: General Tips
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL General tips USER MANUAL Web browser features USER MANUAL The Web RCS is fully browser integrated and behaves like any web site. It manages browser features such as: USER MANUAL Previous page / Next Page Multi-selection of items using the Ctrl or Shift keys USER MANUAL Open in new tab / Open in new page USER MANUAL... -
Page 25: Online Stream Status
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Online stream status USER MANUAL The icon shows the status of the online stream. Click it to access quick settings. USER MANUAL Note: For more information, see 18 Streaming page 91. USER MANUAL Device control synchronization USER MANUAL A Midra 4K device can be connected to multiple control instances (multiple Web RCS page, RC400T, etc.). -
Page 26: Back Panel Shortcuts
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Back panel shortcuts USER MANUAL In the top bar, click to show the virtual Back panel. Click the connectors to access their settings directly. USER MANUAL Standby / Restart USER MANUAL In the top bar, click then Standby or Restart and confirm. -
Page 27: Dashboard - Firmware / Hardware (Firmware Update)
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Dashboard – Firmware / Hardware (Firmware Update) USER MANUAL Prerequisite: Go to www.analogway.com and download the latest Midra 4K updater. Note: In some cases, updating the Midra 4K unit may reset the Configuration (check the Release notes). USER MANUAL Tip: Export a configuration to recover it after the update (see 5.4 Save / Load Configuration page 30). -
Page 28: Dashboard - Cooling
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Dashboard – Cooling USER MANUAL Caution: If the device temperatures are too high, the device will automatically shutdown to prevent damages. Check the intake and internal device temperature. Two levels of alarms can appear if any temperature is too USER MANUAL high: “abnormally high”... - Page 29 - For more information about RC400T, see Appendix A RC400T page 120. - AWJ is a JSON based protocol developed by Analog Way for Midra 4K. AWJ is a bidirectional TCP API, it grants full control on a Midra 4K device and receives real-time status updates from the Midra 4K device. For more information, visit www.analogway.com.
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Page 30: Save / Load Configuration
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Save / Load Configuration USER MANUAL Tip: Saving the configuration before powering off is not necessary. The unit saves the current configuration in real time. The Midra 4K units can export and import device configurations. USER MANUAL In addition to these features, the Midra 4K units also have two embedded memory slots to save and load USER MANUAL configurations internally. -
Page 31: Save The Current Configuration In A Slot
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Save the current Configuration in a Slot USER MANUAL 1. In the top bar, click , then Save / Load. 2. In the Save panel, click Current Configuration. USER MANUAL 3. In the filters, select the settings to save. 4. -
Page 32: Export A Configuration To The Computer
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Export a Configuration to the computer USER MANUAL 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). USER MANUAL 3. -
Page 33: Midra 4K Concepts
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 6 Midra 4K concepts USER MANUAL This chapter only describes the general concepts of the Midra 4K product line. Detailed procedures are available in the next chapters of the document. USER MANUAL Inputs capacity USER MANUAL As indicated on the rear panel, Input 1 and Input 2 have a particular design (see Fig. -
Page 34: Edge-Blending Mode
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Edge-blending mode USER MANUAL Reminder: Edge-blending mode is only available on Eikos 4K. Edge-blending mode features: USER MANUAL One Program Screen using two outputs with a total resolution up to 2x 4096 x 2160 @60Hz. USER MANUAL This Screen has one Background layer, up to four Live layers and one Foreground layer. -
Page 35: Image Management - Quick Recap
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Image management - Quick recap USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Library Transfer and store up to 50 images in the Midra™ 4K unit USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Background USER MANUAL Foreground images images USER MANUAL Images Images Assign images to up to 4 Background Assign images to up to 4 Foreground image slots per Screen... -
Page 36: Screen And Aux. Screen Layers
6.5.2.1 Mixing layers This is the default layers mode for Midra 4K units as well as most Analog Way products. This offers the most spectacular transition effects which made the reputation of Analog Way. Mixing layers allow cross transitions with both contents visible at the same time during the transition (seamless transition). -
Page 37: Preconfig Menu
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 7 Preconfig Menu USER MANUAL The following chapters describe the Web RCS interface and the procedures via the Web RCS. For procedures via the unit front panel, see chapter 19 Control from the front panel page 94. USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL... -
Page 38: Quick Hdcp
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Quick HDCP USER MANUAL From Preconfig > System, quickly enable / disable HDCP for all inputs and outputs in the same page. Note: Disabling HDCP reduces possible problems when the content is not fully HDCP compliant. When output HDCP is disabled, HDCP USER MANUAL inputs will not be displayed anymore. -
Page 39: Preconfig > Canvas
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Preconfig > Canvas USER MANUAL Preconfig > Canvas, set the outputs settings for each Screen (output format and rate, AOI, USER MANUAL covering, blending, etc.) and use test patterns. USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Fig. -
Page 40: Patterns
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Patterns USER MANUAL 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, USER MANUAL resolution, etc.). -
Page 41: And Y Areas (Edge-Blending Mode)
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 7.3.4.2 Output pattern USER MANUAL Use Output patterns to test and control how outputs are displayed in Screens. USER MANUAL 1. In Preconfig > Canvas, select a Screen (if needed). 2. In the tree view, select an output. USER MANUAL The canvas settings are displayed in the right panel. -
Page 42: Advanced Output Settings (In Preconfig > Canvas)
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 7.3.5.2 Create a gap (bezel) USER MANUAL Horizontal blend Vertical blend templates, use X and Y areas to create gaps between outputs. USER MANUAL 1. Set the device to Horizontal blend Vertical blend template, then go to Canvas. -
Page 43: Background Set For A Single Output Screen
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Background set for a single output Screen USER MANUAL 1. In Preconfig > Backgrounds, select BS1 in Screen 1. USER MANUAL 2. If using a Pulse 4K or an Eikos 4K, click a source icon to open the Inputs or Background Images sources. For other models, the Background Images sources are displayed by default. -
Page 44: Preconfig > Audio
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Preconfig > Audio USER MANUAL Preconfig > Audio, set audio routing. For more information, see 17 Audio settings page 86. USER MANUAL Preconfig > Quick Preset USER MANUAL Preconfig > Quick Preset, set the Quick Preset feature. USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL... -
Page 45: Set Quick Preset To Call A Library Image
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set Quick Preset to call a Library Image USER MANUAL 1. Go to Preconfig > Quick Preset. USER MANUAL 2. In Control, toggle Enable to activate/deactivate the Quick Preset feature. Note: Toggle Enable OFF and ON again to visualize all new changes. USER MANUAL 3. -
Page 46: Multiviewer
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 8 Multiviewer USER MANUAL 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 timer. The Multiviewer can display up to 16 USER MANUAL Widgets. -
Page 47: Multiviewer Pattern
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL SDI Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Enable to scan the output display and filter only supported Pixel encoding modes Standard Compliance supported by the display USER MANUAL Auto or RGB Full (8 or 10 bits), RGB Limited (8 or 10 bits), YCbCr 4:4:4 (8 or 10 Pixel Encoding bits), YCbCr 4:2:2 (12 bits), or YCbCr 4:2:0 (8 or 10 bits). -
Page 48: Outputs
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 9 Outputs USER MANUAL Outputs, set the Label, Signal parameters, Patterns and Image correction for each output. USER MANUAL Outputs main screen USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Go to Outputs, the outputs main screen displays all outputs in a Grid view. The following information are displayed per output: USER MANUAL - Resolution... -
Page 49: Output Rate Synchronization (Edge-Blending Mode)
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Output rate synchronization (Edge-blending mode) USER MANUAL In Edge-blending mode, both outputs must have the same frame rate. - If one output is set to a different rate, the other output will try to apply the same rate to its current USER MANUAL resolution. -
Page 50: Output Pattern
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Output pattern USER MANUAL Outputs, select an output. In Pattern, the following settings are displayed: USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Patterns Enable On/Off toggle. Display the pattern in place of the output signal. USER MANUAL Patterns Select the pattern to display... -
Page 51: 0 Inputs
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Inputs USER MANUAL Inputs, set the Label, Signal parameters, Patterns, Image correction, Aspect and Keying. USER MANUAL Inputs main screen USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Inputs, the inputs main screen displays all inputs in a Grid view. The following information are displayed per input: USER MANUAL - Resolution... -
Page 52: Input Signal
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Input signal USER MANUAL Inputs, select an input. In Signal, the following settings are displayed: USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Settings Signal Type Auto, YCbCr, RGB Full (0-255) or RGB Limited (16-235). USER MANUAL HDCP None*;... -
Page 53: Input Keying
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 10.2.4.2 Set input crop USER MANUAL Crop input (ex: black bars) and keep only wanted area in layers. Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Crop USER MANUAL On/Off toggle. Display cropping area in output, use during setup and disable Finder Finder USER MANUAL to show the crop result output. - Page 54 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 10.2.5.2 Set Luma Keying USER MANUAL 1. In Inputs, select one input and click Keying and Luma mode. USER MANUAL 2. In Value, select the Luma to Key (Brightness level). 3. Or use the assistant to pick directly from the content: USER MANUAL a.
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Page 55: Images And Library
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Images and Library USER MANUAL Image management is separated in two menus: USER MANUAL Library: transfer images to the Midra 4K unit. USER MANUAL Images: assign uploaded image to image slot to be used in Background sets and Foreground layers. USER MANUAL Library USER MANUAL... -
Page 56: Transfer Images From The Computer To The Unit
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Transfer images from the computer to the unit USER MANUAL Note: It is possible to import only one folder at a time. Importing a folder of images can last up to 3 minutes per image if they need to be downscaled or compressed. -
Page 57: Manage Library From The Front Panel
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Manage Library from the Front panel USER MANUAL It is also possible to manage Library images from the front panel in the Export menu: - Download images from a USB drive to the Library (one at a time). USER MANUAL - Download images from the Library to a USB drive (one at a time). -
Page 58: Image Slots Settings
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Image slots settings USER MANUAL Images, click an image slot to open its settings. The selected image slot is highlighted in the USER MANUAL interactive slot grid and all image slot information is listed next to the image slot preview. - Click Images to return to the Images main screen. -
Page 59: Image Aspect
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Image aspect USER MANUAL Images, select an image slot. In Aspect, set the Aspect ratio. USER MANUAL Note: - The Aspect ratio replaces the image slot content and affects every layer using it. If needed, use crop at layer level in Live. - The Aspect ratio set for an image slot remains when changing the image source. -
Page 60: Formats And Edid
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Formats and EDID USER MANUAL Formats USER MANUAL Formats, create and manage up to 16 custom formats. Custom formats are very useful for LED wall USER MANUAL applications and non-standard display applications (ex: pixel frequency over 165MHz or Dual-link outputs USER MANUAL with single link formats 2400x700@60Hz). -
Page 61: Edid
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL EDID USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Fig. 21 - EDID menu EDID is a metadata format used by displays to indicate their preferred format. A Midra 4K unit receives EDIDs from connected inputs and outputs. -
Page 62: Set A Custom Format For An Edid
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set a custom format for an EDID USER MANUAL It is possible to change the preferred format of an input EDID with the settings of a created Custom format. USER MANUAL 1. In EDID, hover over an input EDID or an EDID created in the bank and USER MANUAL click in the top right corner to show more settings. -
Page 63: 3 Timers
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Timers USER MANUAL Timers are time-based contents to be displayed in the Multiviewer. Midra 4K units can generate up to three timers and three different modes. USER MANUAL There are three types of timers: - Current time USER MANUAL - Countdown USER MANUAL... -
Page 64: Screens / Aux
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Screens / Aux. USER MANUAL Screens / Aux. is the main page for controlling a show after all pre-configurations are set: USER MANUAL - Display content in layers in Screens and Aux Screens - Create dynamic layer transitions USER MANUAL - Transition Preview to Program USER MANUAL... -
Page 65: Views
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Views USER MANUAL Live menu offers a customizable view of the workspace for Screens and Aux Screens. 14.1.2.1 View filters – Top bar buttons USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Fig. 24 - View filters USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Toggle to lock all the Screens and Aux Screens. -
Page 66: Layer Selection
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Layer selection USER MANUAL This bar shows tools and all available layers for the corresponding Screen. Setting USER MANUAL Description / Setting selection name Toggle to include / exclude the Screen or Aux from USER MANUAL transition selection USER MANUAL Indicates the Screen audio mode. -
Page 67: Bottom Bar Buttons
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Bottom bar buttons USER MANUAL Use the buttons in the bottom bar to help setting the layers in Screens. Button Button description USER MANUAL Action buttons USER MANUAL 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 68: Transitions - Right Panel
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Transitions - Right panel USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection Quick Preset USER MANUAL Toggle to turn the Quick Preset On and Off. Click to see the settings. Copy Program to Preview after the transition. USER MANUAL If Preset Toggle is enabled for a Screen, the layers in PGM replace the layers Preset Toggle... -
Page 69: Set Layer Position
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set layer position USER MANUAL 1. In Screens / Aux., select a layer. USER MANUAL The selected layer is highlighted. 2. Use drag and drop on the layer to move it in the Screen. USER MANUAL It is also possible to use the Properties panel: USER MANUAL 3. -
Page 70: Set Layer Opacity
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 14.2.3.2 Set a colored layer USER MANUAL 1. In Screens / Aux., select a layer. USER MANUAL 2. In Properties, click Source to show the corresponding settings. 3. In the Source dropdown list, select Color. USER MANUAL 4. -
Page 71: Set Layer Mask
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set layer mask USER MANUAL Layer mask looks like an erasing effect and the content is not resized. It is set for a layer and only affects the content used in this layer without changing the native content. Layer mask is set in percentage so the ratio USER MANUAL stays the same even with content with different resolutions. -
Page 72: Set Layer Color Filter
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set layer color filter USER MANUAL 1. In Screens / Aux., select a layer. USER MANUAL 2. In Properties, click Effects to show the corresponding settings. 3. In Filter, toggle the On/Off buttons to enable the corresponding effects (Black and White; Negative; USER MANUAL Sepia;... -
Page 73: Layer Transition
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Layer transition USER MANUAL 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 USER MANUAL when the layer appears on Screen. -
Page 74: 5 Memories
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Memories USER MANUAL Memories are used to save layers settings. USER MANUAL Master memory Saves/loads multiple Screen memories at once (one per screen). Screen memory Saves/loads the layers settings for one Screen. USER MANUAL Aux memory Saves/loads the settings for one Aux Screen. -
Page 75: Master Memories
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Master Memories USER MANUAL Save a Master memory from current Screens USER MANUAL 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 USER MANUAL and Layer settings to save in the Master memory. -
Page 76: Save A Master Memory From Existing Screen Memories
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Save a Master memory from existing Screen memories USER MANUAL Because a Master memory is made from Screen memories. It is also possible to create a Master memory by using existing Screen memories. USER MANUAL 1. In Screens / Aux., click the Memories tab in the right panel. -
Page 77: Screen Memories
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Screen Memories USER MANUAL Save a Screen memory USER MANUAL A Screen memory saves the selected Screen in the current settings. Using Filters, select which Layers and Layer settings to save in the Screen memory. By default, all Layers and USER MANUAL all Layer settings are selected. -
Page 78: Edit A Screen Memory
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Edit a Screen memory USER MANUAL 1. Load a Screen memory. 2. Click Save to open the Screen memory saving window. USER MANUAL 3. Select the settings to save. 4. Select the existing Screen memory slot to edit. USER MANUAL 5. -
Page 79: Reorder Memories
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Reorder memories USER MANUAL 1. In Screens / Aux., click the Memories tab in the right panel. USER MANUAL 2. Select Master or Screen mode. 3. Click Edit. USER MANUAL 4. Drag a memory slot to a new place to organize the memory slots in a custom order. USER MANUAL Note: - Reordering memory slots does not change the memory slot number and does not impact external controllers and RC400T. -
Page 80: Multiviewer
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Multiviewer USER MANUAL Tip: Go to Multiviewer after all pre-configurations are set. USER MANUAL A Multiviewer is an output displaying a user customizable selection of Widgets as display resources. A Widget USER MANUAL works like a layer and can display a program, preview, input or timer. One Multiviewer can display up to 16 Widgets. -
Page 81: Widget Selection
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 16.2.1.1 Control counter timers in the Multiviewer USER MANUAL It is possible to run, pause and stop the counters directly in the source panel in Live > Multiviewer. USER MANUAL 1. In Multiviewer, open the timers source panel. USER MANUAL 2. -
Page 82: Multiviewer Layout Editor
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Multiviewer layout editor USER MANUAL Click to open the layout editor, a smart tool to place widget in the Multiviewer easily. USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Columns & Create a custom grid Rows USER MANUAL Autofill... -
Page 83: Widget Properties
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Widget properties USER MANUAL When a widget is selected, the following widget settings are displayed in the Properties tab. Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Enable: Toggle to show/hide the widget. USER MANUAL OSD (On Screen Display): View - Off: Hide OSD information. -
Page 84: Widget Source - Assign Content To A Widget
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Widget source - Assign content to a widget USER MANUAL 1. In Multiviewer, click a source icon in the left panel. USER MANUAL 2. Select a widget or make sure it is available for drag and drop. 3. -
Page 85: Rename A Memory
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Rename a Memory USER MANUAL 1. In Multiviewer, click the Memories tab in the right panel. USER MANUAL 2. Click Edit. USER MANUAL 3. Click in the top right corner of the memory slot to open the Label and Color fields. 4. -
Page 86: Audio Settings
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Audio settings USER MANUAL All Midra 4K units have audio management embedded in the device. They can de-embed audio channels from all inputs and re-embed on all outputs. With the addition of the optional Analog and Dante audio card, USER MANUAL it is possible to route even more audio inputs and outputs audio channels. -
Page 87: Create Custom Audio Sources
USER MANUAL Audio custom menu: USER MANUAL Channel receivers (Inputs, Dante IN and Line IN audio channels) are located in the left panel: USER MANUAL - Click to mute the selected audio channels. USER MANUAL - Click to highlight transmitter channels using this receiver channels. - Enter (or reset) channel labels (Dante only) USER MANUAL Channel transmitters (Custom 1 to 10) audio channels are located in the right panel:... -
Page 88: Audio Routing Concept
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Audio routing concept USER MANUAL Each output of the Midra 4K units can be routed to one audio source. Note: - In Edge-blending mode, Output 1 and Output 2 are used in the same Screen but can be routed to different audio source. USER MANUAL - Follow audio layer mode creates an audio layer with properties saved in Screen Memories. -
Page 89: Route An Audio Source Directly To A Screen Audio
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Route an audio source directly to a Screen audio USER MANUAL Tip: In Direct routing mode, the Screen audio source is not saved in the Screen, Aux or Master Memories. Memories and transitions will not affect the audio content. USER MANUAL 1. -
Page 90: Set The Multiviewer Output Audio Source
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set the Multiviewer output audio source USER MANUAL The Multiviewer output audio is set just as a Screen output, it can be set to direct routing or to follow a selected widget as a reference for audio content. USER MANUAL Note: If the Multiviewer (Screen) is set to direct routing, the Multiviewer audio source is saved in the Multiviewer Memories. -
Page 91: Streaming
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Streaming USER MANUAL All Midra 4K units provides IP streaming functionality. The duplicate of one input or output video signal can be broadcast over IP to an online web service or to a private network. The Streaming functionality is USER MANUAL separated in two modes: USER MANUAL... -
Page 92: Stream To A Live Streaming Platform
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Stream to a live streaming platform USER MANUAL 1. Go to Streaming. USER MANUAL 2. In Configuration > Select, select Client mode and the streaming Destination. 3. In Video > Source, select the Input, Output or Multiviewer source to stream. USER MANUAL 4. -
Page 93: 9 User Maintenance And Troubleshooting
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL User Maintenance and Troubleshooting USER MANUAL User Maintenance USER MANUAL Midra 4K units do not require specific user maintenance operation. USER MANUAL Troubleshooting USER MANUAL The Web browser cannot access the Web RCS USER MANUAL Make sure to use correct network cables and that they are free from defects. (Crossover or straight cable as required). -
Page 94: Control From The Front Panel
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Control from the front panel USER MANUAL All Midra 4K units can be fully controlled from their front panel. This chapter describes procedure to configure the device from the front panel without repeating explanations described in previous chapters. USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL... -
Page 95: Quick Access
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Quick access USER MANUAL This section describes how to get the show ready within a few minutes using the keys of the front panel. Assign content to layers in Mixer mode USER MANUAL 1. In the MASTER area, press the PGM/PRW key to select to work on Program Screens or Preview USER MANUAL Screens. -
Page 96: Preconfig
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Button color guide USER MANUAL Button color Description USER MANUAL - Preview mode is active - Element, Source or Function is available Solid green USER MANUAL - Layer or Aux element is empty - Input is connected and available USER MANUAL Weak green - No Input connected (Safe input mode disabled) - Page 97 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set a Screen pattern USER MANUAL 1. Go to Preconfig > Screen/Aux Configuration. 2. If applicable, select a Screen. USER MANUAL 3. Go to Pattern and enable the Pattern display on Screen. 4. Select a pattern and configure it if needed. USER MANUAL Tip: Make sure to keep all patterns disabled when they are not needed.
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Page 98: Outputs
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Outputs USER MANUAL Configure Output 1, Output 2, the Multiviewer output and the Genlock output. Output signal status USER MANUAL 1. Go to Outputs. USER MANUAL 2. Select an output (1, 2 or MVW). 3. Go to Output Status to display the status of the selected output (mode, reference, format and AOI). USER MANUAL Output plug status USER MANUAL... - Page 99 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set an output Area of interest (AOI) USER MANUAL 1. Go to Outputs. 2. Select an output (1 or 2). USER MANUAL 3. Go to Area of interest. 4. Enable Fit Format Resolution and set an Overscan Compensation in percentage. USER MANUAL 5.
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Page 100: Inputs
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Monitor output on the front panel LCD Screen USER MANUAL 1. Go to Outputs. 2. Select an output (1, 2 or MVW). USER MANUAL 3. Go to Monitor on LCD to display the output signal on the front panel screen. USER MANUAL Inputs USER MANUAL... - Page 101 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Input HDMI, SDI or DisplayPort settings USER MANUAL 1. Go to Inputs. 2. Select an input. USER MANUAL 3. Select HDMI Settings, SDI Settings or DisplayPort Settings. a. In Status, display the input status (Active plug, Color space, Format, etc.). USER MANUAL b.
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Page 102: Images
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Monitor input on the front panel LCD Screen USER MANUAL 1. Go to Inputs. 2. Select an input USER MANUAL 3. Go to Monitor on LCD to display the input signal on the front panel screen. USER MANUAL Images USER MANUAL... -
Page 103: Extra
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Assign an image to a Background image slot USER MANUAL 1. Go to Images > Library > BKG/FRG Images. 2. If applicable, select a Screen. USER MANUAL 3. Select Background. 4. Select a Background Image slot. USER MANUAL 5. - Page 104 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Import EDID form USB drive USER MANUAL 1. Connect a USB drive on the front panel USB plug. 2. Go to Extra > EDID Manager > Import. USER MANUAL 3. Browse the USB drive and select the EDID data to import. USER MANUAL Manage Input EDID 1.
- Page 105 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set Quick Preset key to Fade to Black USER MANUAL Quick Preset is a customizable key available in the Shortcuts area of the front panel. 1. Go to Extra > Quick Preset. USER MANUAL 2. Toggle Enable Button on Front Panel to activate the key/feature. 3.
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Page 106: Services
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Configure a streaming destination USER MANUAL 1. Go to Extra > Streaming. 2. Go to Destination. USER MANUAL 3. In Mode, select Client mode. 4. Toggle Remember Key to save the destination streaming keys in the device memory. USER MANUAL 5. -
Page 107: Control
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Save a configuration to the unit memory USER MANUAL 1. Go to Services > Device Config > Internal Device Storage. 2. Go to Save current device configuration. USER MANUAL 3. Select a memory slot. 4. Filter the settings to save and select Save. USER MANUAL 5. -
Page 108: Live - Screen Settings
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set after power failure behavior USER MANUAL 1. Go to Control > Functions > Standby settings > Standby power loss behavior. 2. Set Remain on Standby or Reboot when connected to power or after a power failure. USER MANUAL Set device Date and Time USER MANUAL... - Page 109 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Screen Transitions USER MANUAL 1. Go to Live. 2. Select Screen 1, Screen 2 or Aux 1. USER MANUAL 3. Go to Global Settings. 4. Set the transition duration for this Screen (in seconds). USER MANUAL 5.
- Page 110 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set the Live layer USER MANUAL 1. Go to Live > Screen 1 (or Screen 2) > Layer X. Or press the Layer button twice in the corresponding Screen area. USER MANUAL 2. Go to Source. a.
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Page 111: Multiviewer
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set Aux Screen layer USER MANUAL 1. Go to Live > Aux 1 > Content. 2. In Content, select the Input or Program source to assign to the Aux layer. USER MANUAL 3. In Content Aspect, set the aspect (follow Global settings or Input settings, 1:1, Centered, etc.). 4. -
Page 112: Screen Memories
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Save a Multiviewer memory USER MANUAL 1. Go to Multiviewer (MVW) > Memories > Save. 2. Go to Categories and filter the widget settings to save in the Memory. USER MANUAL 3. Go to Save and select a MVW Memory slot. 4. - Page 113 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Save a Master Memory from Screens Memories USER MANUAL 1. Go to Memories > Master Memories > Save > Using Screen/Aux Memories. 2. Filter the Screens to include in the Master Memory. USER MANUAL 3. Go to Save. 4.
- Page 114 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Load an Aux Screen Memory USER MANUAL 1. Go to Memories > Aux Memories > Load. 2. Select a Memory slot. USER MANUAL 3. In Destination, select to load the Memory to the Preview or Program Screen. 4.
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Page 115: 1 Advanced Audio Settings (Via Front Panel)
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Advanced audio settings (via front panel) USER MANUAL Note: Some advanced audio settings are currently only accessible from the front panel menu. They will be supported in the Web RCS in a future version. USER MANUAL Audio internal processing rate USER MANUAL USER MANUAL... - Page 116 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set an input audio (Advanced mode) USER MANUAL In Advanced mode, each channel of the input has specific settings. 1. Go to Audio > Inputs. USER MANUAL The audio status of each input is displayed. 2. Select an input. USER MANUAL 3.
- Page 117 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Audio in outputs USER MANUAL Set the number of audio output channels USER MANUAL 1. Go to Outputs and select an output. 2. Go to Plug Settings and select a plug. USER MANUAL 3. Go to Audio Mode and select the number of channels to use. USER MANUAL Set an output audio (Basic mode) USER MANUAL...
- Page 118 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set Dante output USER MANUAL 1. Go to Audio > Outputs. The audio status of each output is displayed. USER MANUAL 2. Select a group of Dante output channels. 3. In Level Meter, check the level for all the channels of the output. USER MANUAL 4.
- Page 119 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set a Screen to follow the audio layer USER MANUAL The audio layer is an optional layer usable only for audio content. The Screen will use the audio channels of the content assigned to the audio layer. USER MANUAL 1.
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Page 120: Appendices
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL APPENDICES USER MANUAL Appendix A. RC400T USER MANUAL 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 and Midra 4K image processors such as USER MANUAL screens, layers, sources and memories. - Page 121 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.a.c. Program/Preview key Press the Program/Preview key to toggle between Program and Preview modes.
- Page 122 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL A.a.g. RC400T rear panel USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Fig. 34 - RC400T - rear panel USER MANUAL 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...
- Page 123 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL A.b.d. Control multiple units with the RC400T USER MANUAL When multiple LivePremier or Midra 4K 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). USER MANUAL - Press the Exit/Menu button on the Setting page to display the device selection page.
- Page 124 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL A.c.b. Layer selection USER MANUAL The RC400T has two modes for selecting layers. Layers Shows all available live layers in the selected Screens as BKG Layer, Layer 1, Layer 2, etc. USER MANUAL This mode allows quick selection of the same layer in multiple screens. It is recommended when programming shows with lots of Screens and Layers.
- Page 125 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL A.c.e. Load a Screen memory USER MANUAL 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. USER MANUAL 3. Select the Screens & Aux. mode using the corresponding LED key. The row is on Screen mode. 4.
- Page 126 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL A.c.i. Button color guide USER MANUAL Button color Description USER MANUAL - Element, Source or Function is available and not selected Solid green - T-bar is disabled USER MANUAL - Screen, Aux or Multiviewer element is selected for edition and for transition - Master Memory is currently loaded USER MANUAL - Screen Memory is loaded in all selected Screens...
- Page 127 Note: - In the Web RCS, in Dashboard > Remote Control, make sure the connection with External USB Controllers is enabled. - The Control Box (SB124T-3) has been designed specifically for the latest Analog Way product lines. USER MANUAL The previous version, Control Box² (SB124T-2 designed for LiveCore products) is still compatible but some features are limited or not supported.
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Page 128: Contact Information
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 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 129 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL www.analogway.com...
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