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  • Page 2 ©2003–2009 LEIGHTRONIX, INC. All rights reserved. This information is subject to change without notice. WinNET™, MINI-T-NET™, NET-164™, NET-EC™, DVply™, and PRO-BUS™ are trademarks of LEIGHTRONIX, INC. LEIGHTRONIX, INC. 2330 Jarco Drive Holt, MI 48842 www.leightronix.com Ph: (800) 243-5589 Fax: (517) 694-1600...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ...................... 31 DITING DDRESS ....................32 DITING UBNET ..................33 DITING ATEWAY DDRESS DNS A ....................34 DITING DDRESSES SOFTWARE INSTALLATION AND CONFIGURATION..........37 NET M .............. 37 INIMUM YSTEM EQUIREMENTS LEIGHTRONIX, INC. Firmware Ver. 1.00.42/Software Ver. 1.0.2.6 Page 1 2010-07-09...
  • Page 4 LAYLIST INDOW OMPONENTS .................93 DDING DITING ELETING VENTS ..................96 DDING DITING EVICE VENTS PRO-BUS-Controlled Devices....................96 GPI Device ..........................98 DVply-Controlled Device .......................99 ................101 DDING DITING IBRARY VENTS PRO-BUS-Controlled Device Media................... 101 Page 2 Firmware Ver. 1.00.42/Software Ver. 1.0.2.6 LEIGHTRONIX, INC. 2010-07-09...
  • Page 5 ONTROLLER AND IRMWARE NET S ................131 PDATING OFTWARE TROUBLESHOOTING....................133 ................133 ROUBLESHOOTING CHEDULE ....................133 OMPONENTS ........... 135 SING THE ILE TO ROUBLESHOOT CHEDULE ................137 ROUBLESHOOTING ARDWARE LEIGHTRONIX, INC. Firmware Ver. 1.00.42/Software Ver. 1.0.2.6 Page 3 2010-07-09...
  • Page 6 .....................137 EPLACING THE ATTERY LEIGHTRONIX T ............138 ONTACTING ECHNICAL UPPORT WARRANTY ......................139 DECLARATION OF STANDARDS CONFORMITY..........140 FCC N ......................140 OTICE GNU G ................140 ENERAL UBLIC ICENSE APPENDIX A: TCP/IP SETUP FOR WINDOWS 98 OS ........... 141 APPENDIX B: PRO-BUS INTERFACE CONNECTIONS .........
  • Page 7 ILLUSTRATION 9, NET-EC TYPICAL PLAYBACK SYSTEM DIAGRAM ..........21 ILLUSTRATION 10, NET SERIES BOOTWARE SCREEN ..............23 ILLUSTRATION 11, NET SERIES CONTROLLER BOOT PROGRESS SCREENS ......23 TABLE 1, ETHERNET LED INDICATORS AND DESCRIPTIONS ............25 ILLUSTRATION 12, NET SERIES PASSWORD ENTRY SCREEN............26 ILLUSTRATION 13, NET SERIES MAIN MENU SCREEN ..............
  • Page 8 ILLUSTRATION 55, “SELECT EXPORT/PRINT TEMPLATE” WINDOW ..........84 ILLUSTRATION 56, OPEN IMAGE FILE WINDOW.................85 ILLUSTRATION 57, OPEN IMAGE FILE AS NEW WINDOW ..............86 ILLUSTRATION 58, RECEIVE IMAGE DIALOG BOX ................87 ILLUSTRATION 59, IMAGE STATUS WINDOW ..................87 Page 6 Firmware Ver. 1.00.42/Software Ver. 1.0.2.6 LEIGHTRONIX, INC. 2010-07-09...
  • Page 9 ILLUSTRATION 84, NET-164 FORCED SWITCH CONTROL.............. 117 ILLUSTRATION 85, NET-EC: THIRD PARTY SWITCHER FORCED SWITCH CONTROL ....118 ILLUSTRATION 86, NET-EC: PRO-8 FORCED SWITCH CONTROL..........118 ILLUSTRATION 87, NET-EC: PRO-16 FORCED SWITCH CONTROL..........119 LEIGHTRONIX, INC. Firmware Ver. 1.00.42/Software Ver. 1.0.2.6 Page 7 2010-07-09...
  • Page 10 ILLUSTRATION 92, NET SERIES IP ADDRESS STATUS SCREEN ..........125 ILLUSTRATION 93, NET-164 AND NET-EC: DVPLY FIRMWARE VERSION STATUS SCREEN ..125 ILLUSTRATION 94, NET SERIES SERIAL NUMBER AND FIRMWARE VERSION STATUS SCREEN125 ILLUSTRATION 95, NET-164 SITE ID STATUS SCREEN EXAMPLE..........125 TABLE 23, PERFORMING PRO-BUS/DVPLY CONTROL FUNCTION AND/OR SWITCH FROM FRONT PANEL ............................

  • Page 11: Introduction

    NET Series Controllers are well suited for use in satellite and network recording. With a NET Series Controller, you are able to switch to the proper satellite at the desired time in order to capture the programming you need for your operations.

  • Page 12: General Net Series Features/Specifications

    NET Series Introduction GENERAL NET SERIES FEATURES/SPECIFICATIONS FEATURE SPECIFICATIONS Internal Real Time Clock Type: microprocessor interfaced  Reference: crystal controlled  Accuracy: +/- 6 seconds per month Configuration Storage  Type:  Internal battery-backed memory  Data integrity verified  Elements: ...
  • Page 13 NET Series Introduction FEATURE SPECIFICATIONS  Interface: Network Support  Eight-position, eight-conductor modular female  10/100 BASE-T, unshielded twisted pair, Ethernet  Ethernet_II frame type  Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)  Services: Telnet  Maximum simultaneous network connections: Four ...

  • Page 14: Net Series Model Features/Specifications

    NET Series Introduction NET SERIES MODEL FEATURES/SPECIFICATIONS MINI-T-NET NET-164 NET-EC MECHANICS Dimensions 2.75” H x 8.25” W x 6.5” D 3.50” H x 19.00” W x 8” D 1.75” H x 19.00” W x 8” D Weight, without 3 lbs.
  • Page 15 NET Series Introduction MINI-T-NET NET-164 NET-EC DEVICE CONTROL (continued) Valid Video Detection Optional to any input on Fallback input Optional to input 8 on loss None loss Vertical Interval Switching Audio Connectors Audio Channels MONO (1) STEREO (2) Line Level unbalanced...

  • Page 16: Net Series Controller Front Panel

    The front panel of each NET Series Controller has four status light-emitting diodes (LEDs), which give at-a-glance feedback on the most important Controller conditions. See Table 22, NET Series Controller Front Panel LEDs, on page 123 for a list of the status LEDs and their descriptions.

  • Page 17: Net Series Controller Rear Panel

    NET Series Introduction NET SERIES CONTROLLER REAR PANEL MINI-T-NET REAR PANEL The MINI-T-NET rear panel includes, from left to right, top to bottom (see Illustration 4, MINI-T-NET Rear Panel): Illustration 4, MINI-T-NET Rear Panel  A: 8 BNC video input connectors ...

  • Page 18: Net-Ec Rear Panel

    NET Series Introduction  A: 16 BNC video input connectors  B: 4 BNC video output connectors  C: 2 DVply connectors, 9-pin male, for TASCAM DV-D6500 DVD players  D: 32 RCA audio input connectors (16 stereo inputs)  E: 8 RCA audio output connectors (4 stereo outputs) ...

  • Page 19: Controller Installation & Configuration

    NET Series Controller Installation & Configuration CONTROLLER INSTALLATION & CONFIGURATION PACKING LIST Ensure your NET Series Controller shipment box contains the following: NET-EC MINI-T-NET NET-164 Power supply and cord Power supply and cord Power supply and cord Manual Manual Manual...

  • Page 20: Mini-T-Net Installation Overview

    8 inputs, while the MINI-T-NET output is connected to the desired destination, such as a modulator. VCRs and DVD players are controlled through the use of LEIGHTRONIX PRO-BUS interfaces, sold separately for many brands and models of professional video equipment. PRO-BUS interfaces loop together for easy setup and are available with infrared, mini-jack, and multi-pin connectors.

  • Page 21: Net-164 Installation Overview

    VCRs and DVD players are controlled through the use of LEIGHTRONIX PRO-BUS interfaces, sold separately for many brands and models of professional video equipment. The PRO-BUS interfaces loop together for easy setup and are available with infrared, mini-jack, and multi-pin connectors.

  • Page 22: Net-Ec Installation Overview

    VCRs and DVD players are controlled through the use of LEIGHTRONIX PRO-BUS interfaces, sold separately for many brands and models of professional video equipment. The PRO-BUS interfaces loop together for easy setup and are available with infrared, mini-jack, and multi-pin connectors.

  • Page 23: Illustration 9, Net-Ec Typical Playback System Diagram

    NET Series Controller Installation & Configuration Illustration 9, NET-EC Typical Playback System Diagram LEIGHTRONIX, INC. Firmware Ver. 1.00.42/Software Ver. 1.0.2.6 Page 21 2010-07-09...

  • Page 24: Connecting Signal Wiring

    PESA and SIGMA routing switchers. The NET-EC will also control SIERRA VIDEO SYSTEM and KNOX routing switchers (contact LEIGHTRONIX or your local dealer for more information). Connect the NET-EC “SWITCHER” connector to the serial input on the respective routing switcher.

  • Page 25: Illustration 10, Net Series Bootware Screen

    NET Series Controller Installation & Configuration 6. Screw the included power supply into the rear of the NET Series Controller, and then plug it into an AC power source. LEIGHTRONIX strongly recommends the use of a surge protector/ uninterruptible power supply (UPS), as damage from power loss or spikes is not covered under warranty.

  • Page 26: Configuring Ethernet Network Host Management

    Your PC must have a Windows 98/ME/NT/2000/XP Operating System in order to run WinNET software. The NET Series Controller is designed to interact with a host PC through a 10/100BASE-T Ethernet TCP/IP Network. Two of the most common connection scenarios are outlined below.

  • Page 27: Connecting Controller Directly To Apc Via Ethernet

    NET Series Controller Installation & Configuration CONNECTING CONTROLLER DIRECTLY TO A PC VIA ETHERNET 1. If necessary, install and configure a 10/100BASE-T Ethernet Network Interface Card (NIC) on the PC. Refer to the NIC documentation and technical support for help in getting the NIC operational.

  • Page 28: Configuring Front Panel Settings

    The factory-default password is five right arrow keys. To change password, see “Changing Front Panel Password,” on page 53. 3. If the password is correctly entered, the NET Series Controller’s main menu will be displayed (see Illustration 13, NET Series Main Menu Screen). If the password is incorrectly entered, the display returns to the status screens.

  • Page 29: Accessing The Configuration Submenus

    Pressing the right arrow selects the desired configuration setting and allows changes to the selected setting. SETTING CLOCK Use to set the time and date of the battery-backed clock in the NET Series Controller (see Table 2, Configuring Controller Clock from Front Panel). NOTE: The Controller clock may also be set from WinNET (see “Configuring Site...

  • Page 30: Setting Time Zone

    2004 Feb 19 9:20:26 AM SETTING TIME ZONE Use to set the NET Series Controller’s time zone to any of the North American time zones (see Table 3, Configuring Controller’s Time Zone from Front Panel). NOTE: The Controller’s time zone may also be set from WinNET (see “Configuring Site Information and Clock, Updating Firmware, and Rebooting Controller,”...

  • Page 31: Configuring Fallback Setting

    NET Series Controller Installation & Configuration CONFIGURING FALLBACK SETTING Use to set the output valid-video detection fallback input for the MINI-T-NET and the NET-164 (see Table 4, Setting Fallback Settings from Front Panel). If an output loses video, it will be switched to a user-defined input that can be relied upon to have video.

  • Page 32: Configuring Switcher

    NET Series Controller Installation and Configuration CONFIGURING SWITCHER NET-EC only: use to set the external switcher type and the number of inputs, outputs, and level that will be switched (see Table 5, Setting Switcher Type from Front Panel).  The NET-EC supports router sizes up to 32 inputs by 32 outputs by 8 NOTES: levels.

  • Page 33: Setting Com 1 Baud Rate For Mini-T-Net And Net-164

    NET Series Controller Installation & Configuration SETTING COM 1 BAUD RATE FOR MINI-T-NET AND NET-164 NOTE: The “COM 1” port is reserved for use with any product that has its own software for controlling the MINI-T-NET or NET-164. Use to set the MINI-T-NET and the NET-164 Controller’s serial port baud rate within a range of 115200 to 1200 baud.

  • Page 34: Editing Subnet Mask

    NET Series Controller Installation and Configuration IP ADDRESS CONFIGURATION STEPS CORRESPONDING SCREEN DISPLAYS 5. Press “→” or “←” to position the underscore Enter new IP address under the editable fields and press “↑” or “↓” to edit the values. 6. Press “→” to enter next screen.

  • Page 35: Editing Gateway Address

    NET Series Controller Installation & Configuration EDITING GATEWAY ADDRESS Obtain gateway address from your technical support personnel or network administrator. See Table 9, Editing Gateway Address from Front Panel, for editing instructions. Table 9, Editing Gateway Address from Front Panel...

  • Page 36: Editing Dns Addresses

    NET Series Controller Installation and Configuration EDITING DNS ADDRESSES Obtain domain name server (DNS) addresses from your technical support personnel or network administrator. See Table 10, Editing DNS Addresses from Front Panel, for editing instructions. The DNS address is used if the “Auto Log Email” feature is implemented and a simple mail transfer protocol (SMTP) mail server is given by name, not IP address.
  • Page 37 NET Series Controller Installation & Configuration DNS ADDRESS CONFIGURATION STEPS CORRESPONDING SCREEN DISPLAYS 12. Either press “→” again to save your changes or Press ~ to confirm “←” to abort changes. DNS #2 static address. NOTE: Unit must be rebooted to apply any TCP/IP address changes (simultaneously press “↓”...
  • Page 38 Page 36 Firmware Ver. 1.00.42/Software Ver. 1.0.2.6 LEIGHTRONIX, INC. 2010-07-09...

  • Page 39: Software Installation And Configuration

    WinNET software is included on a CD-ROM with every NET Series Controller, and is used to create the schedules that will be run on the NET Series Controller. This software is only needed for management and does not have to be continuously running on your PC for standard operation.
  • Page 40 NET Series Software Installation and Configuration  TASK 7. Perform the following WinNET setup tasks:  Set program settings (see “Setting WinNET Viewing and Communication Options,” on page 63).  Set time zone and time (see “Configuring Site Information and Clock, Updating Firmware, and Rebooting Controller,”...

  • Page 41: Installing Winnet

    Open the Windows “My Computer” folder. b. Double click your CD-ROM drive. 2. From the LEIGHTRONIX HTML page shown in Illustration 14, click the button that matches your Controller. This will load a new page with content specifically for your system.

  • Page 42: About The Main Window Components

    “WinNET v* Installer.EXE” file. 4. Choose “YES” to continue installing the software. 5. Setup will then prompt you for a program folder. The default is “Leightronix, Inc.,” but you may change it to anything you desire.

  • Page 43: Illustration 16, Menu Bar

     “Save as”: opens file dialog box for saving a Controller image under a user-specified name and folder (see page 109)  “Send”: select to send Controller image with a playlist to the NET Series Controller (see page 111)  “Receive”: select to receive image from your default Controller (see page 87) ...
  • Page 44 NET Series Software Installation and Configuration MENU ITEM FUNCTION “Edit” Click on this menu item to display the following options (see page 93):  “Edit”: use to edit an event in the playlist of a schedule  “Cut”: select to remove an event from a playlist and send to WinNET’s clipboard ...

  • Page 45: Illustration 17, Main Toolbar

    Displays control panel window (see “ Using Control Panel to Perform Immediate Device and Switch Actions,” beginning on page 112) Sends Controller image with a playlist to the NET Series Controller (see page 111) Receives image from your default Controller (see “Loading Controller Images,”...

  • Page 46: Configuring The Main Window Components

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration CONFIGURING THE MAIN WINDOW COMPONENTS  Hiding/Displaying Toolbars, Windows, and Playlist Columns The “View” menu, shown in Illustration 18, may be used to hide or show the playlist column headings, “Resources” window, “Properties” window, main toolbar, and status bar.

  • Page 47: Illustration 19, Schedule Columns "Configuration" Menu

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration  To hide/display playlist columns, click on “Schedule Columns” in the “View” menu or the “Schedule” tab in the “Configuration” window under “Options” in the “Tools” menu (see “Setting WinNET Viewing and Communication Options,” on page 63). In the “Schedule” tab of the “Configuration” menu that appears (see Illustration 19, Schedule Columns “Configuration”...

  • Page 48: Illustration 20, Resizing Playlist Column

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration in their original positions, click on the windows’ title bars and drag to the far right side of the main window.  Rearranging Playlist Column Headings To rearrange the order of the playlist column headings, click on the desired heading and drag it over the heading you would like it to displace.

  • Page 49: Configuring Winnet

    Software Installation and Configuration CONFIGURING WINNET ADDING CONTROLLER(S) TO LOCATIONS DATABASE Create an IP address listing of your NET Series Controllers as follows: 1. Click “Locations” in the “Tools” menu or the icon on the main toolbar to open the “Controller Locations” window shown in Illustration 21.

  • Page 50: Illustration 23, "Controller Locations" Window

    Controller along with a check to indicate the default Controller. Illustration 23, “Controller Locations” Window 4. If applicable, repeat steps 2–3 for each additional NET Series Controller in your system. 5. Click “OK” to close the “Controller Locations” window.

  • Page 51: Editing/Deleting Controller Locations

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration EDITING/DELETING CONTROLLER LOCATIONS 1. To configure Controller locations, click “Locations” under the “Tools” menu (see Illustration 21, “Controller Locations” Window) and perform the following:  Clicking the “Edit” button opens the data entry box shown in Illustration 24, which allows you to change the Controller’s IP address, name, port, and default...

  • Page 52: Setting Default Controller

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration SETTING DEFAULT CONTROLLER The default Controller is used by WinNET for all remote connections, such as sending and receiving images, control panel, Controller operations, and user account configuration. You may choose to select a default controller or select a controller each time a remote connection is performed.

  • Page 53: Setting User Account Rights (Including Winnet Password Changes)

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration SETTING USER ACCOUNT RIGHTS (INCLUDING WINNET PASSWORD CHANGES) 1. Select “User accounts” in the “Tools” menu to open the “User Accounts” window (see Illustration 27).  This menu item will only become enabled for users with account NOTES: administration access.
  • Page 54 NET Series Software Installation and Configuration  Edit user rights 1. Highlight the desired username and click “Edit.” 2. If desired, change username and/or password. 3. Check the user rights you want the user to be able to access and uncheck the items you do not want the user to access.

  • Page 55: Changing Front Panel Password

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration CHANGING FRONT PANEL PASSWORD 1. Select “Set front panel password” in the “Tools” menu to open the window shown in Illustration 28. Illustration 28, “Set Front Panel Password” Window 2. Click on a combination of five arrows for the new front panel password.

  • Page 56: Configuring Site Information And Clock, Updating Firmware, And Rebooting Controller

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration CONFIGURING SITE INFORMATION AND CLOCK, UPDATING FIRMWARE, AND REBOOTING CONTROLLER 1. In the “Tools” menu, choose “Controller” to open the dialog box shown in Illustration 29, “Controller” Dialog Box. Illustration 29, “Controller” Dialog Box 2.

  • Page 57: Configuring Log Auto Email Settings

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration to set the time, adjusting the time to account for zones crossed. All these items need to be correct for “Set Time” to be accurate.  To set the Controller time zone, select the desired time zone from the list and click the “Set”...
  • Page 58 NET Series Software Installation and Configuration 2. Enter the desired email address into the “Recipient” field. 3. Specify the outgoing mail server by one of the following methods in the “Mail server name or IP address” field:  Enter the IP address of the outgoing SMTP mail server (port 25 will be used on this server).

  • Page 59: Creating Templates For Exporting Or Printing Playlists

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration CREATING TEMPLATES FOR EXPORTING OR PRINTING PLAYLISTS Playlist templates allow you to determine what playlist information will be exported or ® printed. Playlists can be exported into comma delimited or Microsoft Excel formats and then printed (see “Exporting Playlists,” on page 83) or printed directly from WinNET (see “Printing Playlists,”...
  • Page 60 NET Series Software Installation and Configuration 2. Check the boxes in the “Channel/Misc” section to select the channels that should be included for the selected days. NOTE: The channel list varies depending on the Controller.  Check the “Export/print gaps” checkbox to display playlist gaps.

  • Page 61: Configuring Page Layouts For Playlists Printed From Winnet

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration CONFIGURING PAGE LAYOUTS FOR PLAYLISTS PRINTED FROM WINNET The following steps allow you to determine the page layout of playlists printed directly from WinNET. Refer to Illustration 33, Example Playlist, for an example of a playlist configured through page setup.

  • Page 62: Configuring Printer And Paper Settings For Playlists Printed From Winnet

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration  “Print Record information” section: check the items you want to appear above the playlist data.  “Field names” shows the column headers.  “Separator bar” inserts a line of dashes.  “Print Font” section: choose the font size and weight (normal/bold).

  • Page 63: Configuring User-Defined Playlist Field Names

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration CONFIGURING USER-DEFINED PLAYLIST FIELD NAMES Assign names to the “Field Name” event columns in the playlist and the “Item” fields listed under each column as follows (see Illustration 35 for an example of a playlist...

  • Page 64: Illustration 37, "Edit Field Options" Window

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration 3. In the “Edit Field Options” window that appears (see Illustration 37), perform the following: Illustration 37, “Edit Field Options” Window  Edit playlist column headings as follows: 1. Type a new event column category heading in the “Menu Title” field.

  • Page 65: Setting Winnet Viewing And Communication Options

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration SETTING WINNET VIEWING AND COMMUNICATION OPTIONS In the “Tools” menu, choose “Options” to open the “Configuration” window. Perform the following tasks from the five “Configuration” window tabs. Click “OK” on the bottom of the “Configuration” window to save any changes you have made or “Cancel”...

  • Page 66: Illustration 39, "Colors" Tab Window

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration  “Colors” tab (see Illustration 39, “Colors” Tab Window): allows you to choose the following WinNET text and background colors. Illustration 39, “Colors” Tab Window Colors of Playlist Time Gaps Color of Non-Configurable “Event property”...

  • Page 67: Illustration 40, "Communications" Tab Window

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration  “Communications” tab (see Illustration 40, “Communications” Tab Window): allows you to choose the number of attempts that are made when communicating with a Controller. The expiration time for each attempt can also be set under “Communication timeout.” These numbers can be set to personal preference or to allow for network delays.

  • Page 68: Illustration 42, "Schedule" Tab Window

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration  “Schedule” tab (see Illustration 42, “Schedule” Tab Window): use this tab to hide/display playlist columns. Illustration 42, “Schedule” Tab Window Note that the “Day Columns” listing corresponds to the columns in the playlist day tabs and the “LT Columns”...

  • Page 69: Configuring Controller Properties

    “Loading Controller Images,” on page 84, for instructions on loading an image.) View and enter the Controller properties in the “Properties” window. The properties for each of the three NET Series Controller models are as follows:  MINI-T-NET The MINI-T-NET’s control properties may be set as follows (refer to Illustration...

  • Page 70: Illustration 44, Net-164 Control Property Settings

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration “Fallback Enable” can be set to “Yes” or “No.” 1. Select “No” to disable loss-of-video fallback. 2. Select “Yes” to enable fallback capabilities. “Fallback Input” and “Delay” fields appear upon selection. “Fallback input” is fixed at 8.
  • Page 71 NET Series Software Installation and Configuration  Loss-of-video fallback settings for each output NOTE: The fallback setting may also be set from the Controller’s front panel. For each output, “Fallback Enable” can be set to “Yes” or “No.” 1. Select “No” to disable the loss-of-video fallback for the selected output.

  • Page 72: Illustration 45, Net-Ec Control Property Settings

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration  NET-EC The NET-EC’s control properties must be set as follows (see Illustration 45, NET-EC Control Property Settings): NOTE: Input and output alias assignments are optional. Illustration 45, NET-EC Control Property Settings  Input aliases 1.
  • Page 73 The switch type, size, and levels may also be set from the Controller’s front panel. 1. “Switch type” field: select your external switcher type. The choices are: LEIGHTRONIX PRO-8 or PRO-16, Pesa CPULink, Sigma, Sierra, and Knox. 2. “Levels” field: use to enter the number of levels (video, audio left, audio right, etc.) configured on the external switch.

  • Page 74: Creating Device Resources

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration CREATING DEVICE RESOURCES NOTE: A device is any source (input) controlled by a PRO-BUS interface or DVply. Enter the properties of your Controller’s PRO-BUS interface and DVply-controlled devices according to the following steps (refer to Illustration 46, Device Properties Window).
  • Page 75 NET Series Software Installation and Configuration  “Device”: enter the PRO-BUS address number of the device. Choices are:  1 – 8 for the MINI-T-NET  1 – 16 plus DVply-1 and DVply-2 for the NET-164 and NET-EC  Ensure that “Format” and “Device” agree when selecting DVply.

  • Page 76: Creating Switch Resources

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration CREATING SWITCH RESOURCES Enter the properties of any Controller source inputs not controlled by PRO-BUS interfaces or DVply under the “Switch” tab of the “Resources” window according to the following steps (refer to Illustration 47, Switch Properties Window). Example switch...
  • Page 77 NET Series Software Installation and Configuration often. You will be able to modify the time to a different value when a switch event is created. NOTE: “Length” may also be left blank to create a generic switch action. You will then need to enter a length when you add the switch to your playlist.

  • Page 78: Creating Library Resources

    NET Series Software Installation and Configuration CREATING LIBRARY RESOURCES Use the “Library” tab in the “Resources” window to create a library of your tapes and discs (refer to Illustration 48, Library Properties Window). 1. Click on the “Library” tab of the Resources window.
  • Page 79 NET Series Software Installation and Configuration  “Reset”: enter time the playback device will be busy and unavailable for scheduling after the end of the program. It is typically the rewind time. NOTE: The “Reset” field appears after any non-GPI is selected in the “Format”...
  • Page 80 NET Series Software Installation and Configuration Page 78 Firmware Ver. 1.00.42/Software Ver. 1.0.2.6 LEIGHTRONIX, INC. 2010-07-09...

  • Page 81: Software Operation

    NET Series Software Operation SOFTWARE OPERATION PERFORMING GENERAL WINNET OPERATIONS OPENING AND LOGGING INTO WINNET 1. To open WinNET, double click on the WinNET desktop icon (see Illustration 49). Illustration 49, WinNET Desktop Icon 2. When WinNET first starts, you are not logged in (this can be seen in the lower right corner of the WinNET window in the status bar).

  • Page 82: Displaying Winnet Version Number

    NET Series Software Operation a. Enter the username and password given to you by the NET Series Controller administrator. If the username and password have not been changed from the factory defaults, enter the following: NET SERIES FACTORY-DEFAULT USERNAME AND PASSWORD ...

  • Page 83: Printing Playlists From Winnet

    NET Series Software Operation PRINTING PLAYLISTS FROM WINNET Perform the following steps to print the current playlist from WinNET: 1. Create a print template to select the desired playlist information for printing (see “Creating Templates for Exporting or Printing Playlists,” on page 57).

  • Page 84: Illustration 53, "Print" Window

    NET Series Software Operation 4. Choose the desired template from the “File name” list in the “Select Export/Print Template” Window (see Illustration 52) and click “Open,” or double click the template file to open the “Print” window shown in Illustration 53. Click “Cancel” to abort the print.

  • Page 85: Exporting Playlists Into Microsoft Excel Or A Comma Delimited Format

    NET Series Software Operation ® EXPORTING PLAYLISTS INTO MICROSOFT EXCEL OR A COMMA DELIMITED FORMAT Perform the following steps to export playlists into comma delimited or Microsoft ® Excel formats: 1. Create a template (see “Creating Templates for Exporting or Printing Playlists,” on page 57).

  • Page 86: Logging Out Of And Exiting Winnet

    NET Series Software Operation d. Click “Save” to open the template selection window shown in Illustration 55, “Select Export/Print Template” Window. Illustration 55, “Select Export/Print Template” Window 3. Choose the desired template from the “File name” list in the “Select Export/Print Template”...

  • Page 87: Illustration 56, Open Image File Window

    The selected Controller will then become the only icon in the window, and property fields will appear in the “Properties” window. See “Configuring Controller Properties,” on page 67, for a description of each NET Series Controller’s properties.  Open an image file.

  • Page 88: Illustration 57, Open Image File As New Window

    NET Series Software Operation 2. Select an image file folder from the “Look in” field at the top of the open image file window. Image files end in “.cmg,” so files are filtered on this extension. 3. To open an image file, select it and click “Open” or double click the file. The image file data is then loaded into WinNET.

  • Page 89: Unloading Controller Images

    NET Series Software Operation  Receive the current Controller image from the default Controller. An image received from the default Controller contains the Controller type, playlist, and the control, device, library, and switch properties last sent to the Controller. 1. Select “Receive” in the “File” menu or...

  • Page 90: Scheduling A Playback Event

    NET Series Software Operation SCHEDULING A PLAYBACK EVENT The “Playlist” window, shown in Illustration 60, with the sample image NET-164.cmg loaded, is where an event schedule is created. Illustration 60, Playlist Window ABOUT PLAYLIST WINDOW COMPONENTS Channel Tabs  Output channel tabs: used to schedule events that contain switches to the selected tab’s assigned output.

  • Page 91: Illustration 61, Winnet-Lt Tab Event Pane

    NET Series Software Operation  Locked Events If an event is locked, its “Time” is fixed. This allows it to be scheduled away from the end of the previous event or away from the beginning of the day. If this is done, a gap is placed between the events, or at the beginning of the day.
  • Page 92 NET Series Software Operation The WinNET-LT tab is useful in the following situations: NOTE: The WinNET-LT tab does not prevent two events from occupying the same time.  When you would like to use the same event on multiple days, schedule the event on the WinNET-LT tab once and avoid having to recreate or copy the event on multiple day tabs.
  • Page 93 NET Series Software Operation Event Display Columns The playlist window columns display the events’ fields, giving all the information and actions of the event. When the playlist window contains an event, the columns can be moved and resized by dragging the headers and header boundaries. A horizontal scroll bar at the bottom of the window is used to view all of the columns.
  • Page 94 “End” time of the first event equal the “Time” of the second event. This puts the first event’s fallback switch at the same time as the second event’s initial switch. If this occurs, the NET Series Controller cancels the fallback switch.

  • Page 95: Adding/Editing/Deleting All Events

    NET Series Software Operation ADDING/EDITING/DELETING ALL EVENTS  Adding an Event to the Day/Misc Tabs Drag an icon from the “Resources” window’s “Device,” “Library,” or “Switch” tabs into a playlist window day or “Misc” tab event pane. This opens an “Event properties”...

  • Page 96: Illustration 63, Winnet-Lt Event Properties Box

    NET Series Software Operation  On Top of an Unlocked Event—the new event is initially unlocked and given the time of the event on which it was dragged. The existing event is pushed downward out of the way if possible. If not, an error box appears. Dragging on top of a locked event instantly generates an error.
  • Page 97 NET Series Software Operation 2. If an output assignment is desired, the output must be selected from the drop down menu. 3. A date and/or day(s) must be selected as follows: NOTE: If a date is selected, the event happens on that date. If days are selected, the event happens on those days.

  • Page 98: Adding/Editing Device Events

    NET Series Software Operation  Deleting an Event To delete an event, select it and press the “Delete” key, or right click the event and choose “Delete” in the popup menu that appears. You will be prompted for confirmation before the event is deleted. If the first event in the window is deleted, the next event is locked in place, if necessary.
  • Page 99 NET Series Software Operation Table 16, Editable PRO-BUS-Controlled Device Event Fields FIELD DESCRIPTION Lock Box At the top is a checkbox for locking or unlocking the event. A locked event’s time is fixed and can be edited. Checking this box enables the “Time” field.

  • Page 100: Gpi Device

    NET Series Software Operation GPI Device If the device is a GPI format, the box in Illustration 65, GPI Device Event Properties Window, appears. Click “OK” to submit the event or “Cancel” to abort the add/edit. Refer to Table 17, Editable GPI Device Event Fields, for a description of the editable event information fields for a GPI device.

  • Page 101: Dvply-Controlled Device

    NET Series Software Operation FIELD DESCRIPTION Comment Allows up to 31 characters to be typed. If the event is locked, the event “Time” can be modified. This is the scheduled “On-Air“ time of the event. Start Allows you to choose the pair of wires on the PRGPI interface that will Command be closed, the blue, orange, green, or brown pair.
  • Page 102 NET Series Software Operation Table 18, Editable DVply-Controlled Device Event Fields FIELD DESCRIPTION Lock Box At the top is a checkbox for locking or unlocking the event. A locked event’s time is fixed and can be edited. Checking this box causes the “Time”...

  • Page 103: Adding/Editing Library Events

    NET Series Software Operation ADDING/EDITING LIBRARY EVENTS Adding or editing events from the “Library” tab opens boxes like the ones shown in this section. PRO-BUS-Controlled Device Media If the library item is a VCR or DVD format, the box in Illustration 67, PRO-BUS- Controlled Device Media Event Properties Window, appears.
  • Page 104 NET Series Software Operation FIELD DESCRIPTION Comment Allows up to 31 characters to be typed. If the event is locked, the event “Time” can be modified. This is the scheduled “On-Air“ time of the event. Event Start Choose from the following commands: “Play,” “Stop,” “Rewind,” and Command “Record.”...

  • Page 105: Dvply-Controlled Device Media

    NET Series Software Operation DVply-Controlled Device Media If the library item is a DVply format, the box in Illustration 68, DVply-Controlled Device Media Event Properties Window, appears. Click “OK” to submit the event or “Cancel” to abort the add/edit. Refer to Table 20, Editable DVply-Controlled Device Media Event Fields, for a description of the editable event information fields for DVply- controlled device media.

  • Page 106: Adding/Editing Switch Events

    NET Series Software Operation FIELD DESCRIPTION Time Scheduled “On-Air“ time of the event. Event Start Choose from the following commands: “Play,” “Stop,” “Cue/Play,” Command “Pause,” and “Record.” It will almost always be “Cue/Play.” Title:Chapter, Fixed in the device and library properties. Reset time is unused.

  • Page 107: Scheduling A Recording Event

    NET Series Software Operation Table 21, Editable Switch Event Fields FIELD DESCRIPTION Lock Box At the top is a checkbox for locking or unlocking the event. A locked event’s time is fixed and can be edited. Checking this box causes the “Time”...

  • Page 108: Recording With A Switch

    NET Series Software Operation  NET-164 and NET-EC only—if you wish to record and display video on a monitor, select the monitor output on the NET-164 or the NET-EC’s switcher. b. Select day/date of event. c. Select time of event.

  • Page 109: Dubbing Without A Switch

    NET Series Software Operation e. Set preroll, if desired. f. Select “Record” in “Command” field. 3. If necessary, create a new switch under the “Switch” tab for the feed source. 4. Drag feed source switch icon onto playlist. In the “Event Properties” window that appears, perform the following steps: a.

  • Page 110: Dubbing With A Switch

    NET Series Software Operation c. Select time of event. d. Set length of event. e. Set preroll, if desired. f. Select “Record” in “Command” field. 3. Schedule a playback device action by dragging icon of playback device hardwired to recording device onto playlist. In the “Event Properties” window that appears, perform the following: a.

  • Page 111: Saving Controller Image Files

    NET Series Software Operation  If you wish to record while a signal is transmitting on-air, select the on-air output on the NET-164 or the NET-EC’s switcher.  NET-164 and NET-EC only—if you wish to record and display video on a monitor, select the monitor output on the NET-164 or the NET-EC’s...

  • Page 112: Illustration 74, "Save As" Window

    NET Series Software Operation the “File” menu to open the box shown in Illustration 74, “Save As” Window, and perform the following steps: Illustration 74, “Save As” Window 1. From the “Save in” field, select a folder in which to save the Controller image file.

  • Page 113: Sending Controller Image Files

    After creating a Controller image with a playlist of event actions, the image must be sent to the NET Series Controller to run the scheduled programs as follows: 1. Select “Send” in the “File” menu or click its toolbar icon to open a box confirming that you want to send the loaded image to the default Controller.

  • Page 114: Using Control Panel To Perform Immediate Device And Switch Actions

    NET Series Software Operation USING CONTROL PANEL TO PERFORM IMMEDIATE DEVICE AND SWITCH ACTIONS Use the control panel to control devices and perform switching actions without scheduling as follows: NOTE: An image must be loaded to enable the control panel window.

  • Page 115: Viewing Status Of Controller

    NET Series Software Operation 2. If desired, sort the device icon order of appearance by right-clicking in the “Device” column and selecting one of the sorting filters in the popup menu that appears (see Illustration 77, Control Panel Device Sorting Menu).

  • Page 116: Disabling/Re-Enabling Schedule

    NET Series Software Operation DISABLING/RE-ENABLING SCHEDULE If you have sent a Controller image with scheduled event actions to your Controller, you may disable the schedule from the control panel window by clicking on the “Schedule Enable” box (the displayed checkmark will disappear; see Illustration 78, Control Panel: Controller Status Display).

  • Page 117: Illustration 80, Control Panel: Dvd Player Device Control

    NET Series Software Operation  DVD Players When a DVD player is selected in the control panel window’s “Device” list, the “Device control” section shown in Illustration 80, Control Panel: DVD Player Device Control, is displayed. Illustration 80, Control Panel: DVD Player Device Control ...

  • Page 118: Illustration 82, Control Panel Dvply Device

    NET Series Software Operation  Device status: the left side of the section displays the name, format, and device number given to the device in the loaded image. The “Device” number is the PRO-BUS address set via switches on the PRO-BUS interface.

  • Page 119: Performing Forced Switches And Viewing Switcher Status

    NET Series Software Operation PERFORMING FORCED SWITCHES AND VIEWING SWITCHER STATUS  MINI-T-NET When the Controller is a MINI-T-NET, the lower right switcher section appears in the control panel window as shown in Illustration 83. Illustration 83, MINI-T-NET Forced Switch Control To take a switch: 1.

  • Page 120: Illustration 85, Net-Ec: Third Party Switcher Forced Switch Control

    NET Series Software Operation To the right of each output button is a box showing the current input and valid video status. Green means valid video present, while gray indicates no valid video.  NET-EC When the Controller is a NET-EC, the lower right switcher section in the control panel window will be one of the three panels shown in Illustration 85, Illustration 86, and Illustration 87.

  • Page 121: Illustration 87, Net-Ec: Pro-16 Forced Switch Control

    NET Series Software Operation  PRO-16 (see Illustration 87) Illustration 87, NET-EC: PRO-16 Forced Switch Control To take a switch: 1. Click the output button(s) to select the desired output(s) (as shown on output 2 in Illustration 85, Illustration 86, and Illustration 87, the number turns red).

  • Page 122: Retrieving Log Files

    NET Series Software Operation RETRIEVING LOG FILES Each Net Series Controller keeps track of all actions it performs in an internal log. Under the “File” menu, choose “Get log” or click the main toolbar icon to download the internal log into a local file and view all actions your Controller has performed in a text editor of your choosing (see Illustration 88, WinNET Log File Opened in Notepad).
  • Page 123 NET Series Software Operation  Severity of event action—event actions are classified according to the following three levels of severity:  0: events that occur during the course of normal operations  1: warning events  2: critical events or failures ...
  • Page 124 NET Series Software Operation Page 122 Firmware Ver. 1.00.42/Software Ver. 1.0.2.6 LEIGHTRONIX, INC. 2010-07-09...

  • Page 125: Front Panel Operation

    Release the key when the desired option is displayed. INTERPRETING THE STATUS LEDS The front panel of each NET Series Controller has four status LEDs, which provide information on the most important Controller conditions. See Table 22, NET Series Controller Front Panel LEDs, for a list of the status LEDs and the corresponding descriptions.

  • Page 126: Viewing Status Screens

    NET Series Front Panel Operation VIEWING STATUS SCREENS After the Controller has been booted up, press the up or down arrows on the Controller’s keypad to display the following status screens: SWITCHER STATUS/TYPE  MINI-T-NET: the bottom line of the screen shows the switcher status (see Illustration 89, MINI-T-NET Switcher Status Screen).

  • Page 127: Ip Address

    NET-164 AND NET-EC ONLY: DVPLY FIRMWARE VERSION The DVply firmware version screen displays the DVply firmware version of a NET-164 or NET-EC Controller on the bottom line of the screen (see Illustration 94, NET Series Serial Number and Firmware Version Status Screen).

  • Page 128: Rebooting Controller

    NET Series Front Panel Operation REBOOTING CONTROLLER Each NET Series Controller can be rebooted from the front panel. Simultaneously ↓ → ↑ hold down the “ ” and “ ” keys, and then press “ .” The schedule status remains the same as it was before the reboot.
  • Page 129 NET Series Front Panel Operation  All devices (see Illustration 97) Illustration 97, NET-164 Example: All Devices Selected for Forced Event Force: Dev. All ------ Switch 1$1 2 3 4 in –s  DVply number (only NET-164 or NET-EC) (see Illustration 98)
  • Page 130 NET Series Front Panel Operation  Input number  - (none—only MINI-T-NET)  Switch Output (only NET-164 or NET-EC)  The MINI-T-NET does not have a switch output field, as it is a NOTES: single channel switcher.  The NET-164 allows up to four switches for a single force, allowing the user to take the same input to any combination or all four outputs.

  • Page 131: Performing Switch Actions

    NET Series Front Panel Operation PERFORMING SWITCH ACTIONS The switcher control function allows forced switches to be performed from the Controller’s front panel (see Table 24, Performing Forced Switches from Front Panel). Table 24, Performing Forced Switches from Front Panel...

  • Page 132: Disabling/Re-Enabling Schedule

    NET Series Front Panel Operation DISABLING/RE-ENABLING SCHEDULE The schedule control function allows the NET Series Controller’s active schedule to be disabled (suspended) or re-enabled (activated) from the Controller’s front panel. FORCE EVENT STEPS CORRESPONDING SCREEN DISPLAYS 1. From the “MAIN MENU” screen, press “↑” or MAIN MENU Use `/ˆ...

  • Page 133: Firmware/Software Updates

    Use the following steps to update both the Controller and DVply firmware. 1. Open the WinNET client software. 2. Log into the NET Series Controller and choose “Controller” under the “Tools” menu. 3. Under “Firmware Update,” check the “Reboot” box and click “Browse.”...
  • Page 134 NET Series Firmware/Software Updates Page 132 Firmware Ver. 1.00.42/Software Ver. 1.0.2.6 LEIGHTRONIX, INC. 2010-07-09...

  • Page 135: Troubleshooting

    NET Series Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING This section discusses what to do if your NET Series Controller does not operate as expected. When troubleshooting, always ensure that the physical connections (power cable, video/audio cables, PRO-BUS, and Ethernet/Serial cables) are secure. TROUBLESHOOTING SCHEDULE If your Controller is performing unexpected events, switches, or other unwanted actions, the problem is probably due to conflicting events within the Controller Image.
  • Page 136 Critical Events or Errors A severity level 1 or 2 entry requests your attention by turning on the Log LED on the front panel of the NET Series Controller. Downloading the file will turn off the indicator.  Action Types and Descriptions Actions describe what has been performed or noticed by a NET Series Controller.

  • Page 137: Using The Log File To Troubleshoot Your Schedule

    NET Series Troubleshooting  Remote: actions performed based on commands given by the user from the WinNET control panel  Schedule: actions performed based on user-created schedule  Switcher: actions based on switcher events and functions  DVply: actions based on DVply functions...
  • Page 138 NET Series Troubleshooting In Illustration 105, we see an event programmed on the Monday tab for 7:30 AM. Day tabs have conflict checking, so the user would be prompted if an error was noticed by the program. Illustration 105, WinNET Monday Tab Illustration 106 shows an event programmed on the WinNET-LT tab for Monday at 7:30 AM.

  • Page 139: Troubleshooting Hardware

    TROUBLESHOOTING HARDWARE REPLACING THE BATTERY Each NET Series Controller contains a user-replaceable lithium battery. Since removing the lid voids the NET Series warranty, the battery is guaranteed to last through the warranty period. When replacing the battery, observe the following guidelines: 1.

  • Page 140: Contacting Leightronix Technical Support

     Status of the unit when the problem occurred (please try to include information on user and network activity at the time of the problem) Please contact the LEIGHTRONIX Technical Support Department at the number below for an RMA (Return Material Authorization) number before sending an item in for repair.

  • Page 141: Warranty

    The sole responsibility of LEIGHTRONIX shall be to repair or replace in accordance with this warranty. The seller’s and manufacturer’s only obligation shall be to repair or replace such quantity of the product proved to be defective.

  • Page 142: Declaration Of Standards Conformity

    NET Series Controllers contain software derived from General Public License software. This gives you the right to receive the source code of this derived software from LEIGHTRONIX for no more than the cost of reproducing it. Contact LEIGHTRONIX at (517) 694-8000 to request the source code.

  • Page 143: Appendix A: Tcp/Ip Setup For Windows 98 Os

    Internet. This appendix explains how to install and set up TCP/IP on a Windows 98 PC. This installation is intended for a stand-alone PC connected to a NET Series Controller, not a PC connected to a network. For network installations, consult the network administrator.

  • Page 144: Appendix B: Pro-Bus Interface Connections

    MINI-T-NET and up to 16 devices with the NET-164 and the NET-EC. PRO-BUS interfaces use standard phone cables with RJ-11 connectors that loop between each interface. The NET Series Controllers provide both control signals and power to your devices through PRO-BUS interfaces. Connect your PRO-BUS...

  • Page 145: Set Switches

    SET SWITCHES ASSIGN INTERFACE AN ADDRESS Each PRO-BUS interface relays the LEIGHTRONIX Controller commands issued to its address number. The interface’s activity LED toggles from its previous state (ON or OFF) when the interface receives a command. To assign your interface an address, set Switches 1–4 (see Illustration 109) according to Table 25, PRO-BUS Address...

  • Page 146: Connect Pro-Bus To Controller And Other Pro-Bus Interfaces

    CONNECT PRO-BUS TO CONTROLLER AND OTHER PRO-BUS INTERFACES Starting from the PRO-BUS port on your LEIGHTRONIX Controller, daisy-chain the provided RJ-11 cables between interfaces as shown in Illustration 110, PRO-BUS Daisy Chain, observing the "IN" and "OUT" labels on the interfaces. These labels indicate the signal path from the Controller.

  • Page 147: Glossary

    NET Series Glossary GLOSSARY The following terms are used throughout this manual. TERM DEFINITION Baud Rate Controller’s data transmission rate in bits per second Character Generator Electronic device which produces graphics and characters for creating video titles Client (software) Software program that is used to contact and obtain data...
  • Page 148 NET Series Glossary TERM DEFINITION FPTV Full-power television Gateway Address IP address of computer or router that transfers communications from the local network to the broader network General Purpose Interface; contact closures with two states—“on” or “off” Host IP-capable machine connected to an IP network...
  • Page 149 NET Series Glossary TERM DEFINITION SMTP Simple Mail Transfer Protocol; protocol used to transfer email between or among servers Source Input Subnet Mask Separates IP address into network address and host address as assigned within the network TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol...

  • Page 150: Index

    NET Series Index INDEX Connecting to an existing Ethernet ......137 ATTERY REPLACING network .......... 24 ......23, 140, 144 AUTION Rear panel Ethernet LEDs..... 25 ........88 FCC N ........140 HANNEL OTICE ....10 ....... 131 OMPLIANCE ERTIFICATIONS IRMWARE PDATING ....
  • Page 151 NET Series Index .... 61 Playback system diagram....18 CHEDULE OLUMN EADINGS Rear panel........15 ... 104 WITCH VENTS CHEDULING NET-164 ... 74 WITCH ESOURCES REATING COM 1 baud rate, setting from front TCP/IP A DDRESSES panel..........31 DNS address ......... 34 Controller properties, configuring...

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