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A SYSTEMS AV400HD User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Manual Multi-Format Video Switcher AV400HD...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read before this building-in space such as a book case or similar product is operated. unit, and remain a well ventilation conditions at Keep these instructions – The safety and open site.
  • Page 3 AV400HD IMPORTANT NOTES Read First! Placement This device may interfere with radio and television ● Prior to the operation of this unit, please thoroughly reception. Do not use this device in the vicinity of read through the Owner’s Manual in its entirety, such receivers.
  • Page 4 Maintenance Before Using SD Card For everyday cleaning wipe the unit with a soft, Carefully insert the SD card all the way in---until it ● ● dry cloth or one that has been slightly dampened is firmly in place. with water. To remove stubborn dirt, use a cloth Never touch the terminals of the SD card.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    AV400HD TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ........................5 Overview........................... 5 Features ........................... 5 Precaution for Use ......................6 Check the Included Items ....................7 Basic Setup ........................8 Power Supply ........................8 Ground Terminal ....................... 8 Connecting the Monitor ....................8 Configuration ........................
  • Page 6 Transition Operation Mode (Operating Mode 1) ............... 19 PIP Operation Mode (Operating Mode 2) ................. 22 KEY Operation Mode (Operating Mode 3) ............... 25 DSK Operation ......................... 30 Output Fade Operation ..................... 31 Input Scaling ........................31 Scaling Adjustment Screen....................34 Preset Memory .........................

  • Page 7: Introduction

    The model offers 4 multi-format Interface and 3 3G-SDI inputs that can be previewed with no frame drop in Multiview screen. The AV400HD includes on board live audio and video recording capabilities to external USB 3.0 storage devices, allowing for 1080p at 60fps recording without the need for additional high-end HD video recording equipment.

  • Page 8: Precaution For Use

    PRECAUTION FOR USE Handle carefully ● Do not drop the product, or subject it to strong shock or vibration. Do not carry or move the product by the T-Bar (fader lever). This is important to prevent trouble. Use the product in an ambient temperature of 32 °F to 95 °F (0 °C to 35 °C) ●...

  • Page 9: Check The Included Items

    Upon unboxing the product, please carefully inspect the included items, in the unlikely event of any missing or damaged items, please contact your authorized retailer/distributor for replacements. AV400HD Power Cable User’s Manual Multi-Format Video Switcher AV400HD AV400HD Owner’s Manual English...

  • Page 10: Basic Setup

    If you are unsure of the connection method, contact the nearest Asystems Service Center, or an authorized Asystems distributor for detailed information. Connecting the Monitor To begin operate the AV400HD, a monitor must be connected that supports Interface input to the connector shown below. Interface...

  • Page 11: Configuration

    AV400HD CONFIGURATION Top View (Button Layout) 1. Setup Menu & Cursor Controls: Menu Button: Open or Close Setup Menu OSD. ● Directional Buttons (Up, Down, Right & Left): Use as cursor navigation control in Setup Menu. ● Enter Button: Confirm menu selection.
  • Page 12 7. Transition Controls: AUTO Button: Perform auto transition. ● ● T-Bar: Performs manual transition. ● CUT Button: Performs instant transition. 8. DSK (Downstream Key): DSK Button: Toggle DSK on and off. ● 9. Output Fade: Output Fade Button: Toggle Output Fade on and off. ●...

  • Page 13: Rear Panel (Input/Output Ports)

    AV400HD Rear Panel (Input/output Ports) Interface Interface 2 Interface 3 Interface 4 Interface Interface 1. Tally 1 Tally 1 (CH 1~5) ● 2. COM 1 ● RJ-45; for MK20HD camera PTZ controls (RS422). Data Common GND TX- (422-Z) RX- (422-B)

  • Page 14: Connecting External Equipment

    Interface Interface Interface Interface Interface AV400HD Interface Interface About Input Formats Signals of the formats shown below can be input from source equipment. 480i 59.94, 576i 50, 720p 50, 720p 59.94, 1080i 25, 1080i 29.97, 1080p24, 1080p 29.97, 1080 50p, 1080 59.94p Interface 640x480@60 Hz, 800x600@60 Hz, 1024x768@60 Hz, and 1920x1080@60Hz.

  • Page 15: Connecting Source Equipment

    Making SDI Connections AV400HD supports up to 3 3G-SDI. Connect SDI equipment such as video cameras or video decks to the SDI IN connectors. SDI inputs are default to cross-point channels 2 and 4 (Can be reconfigured to other cross-point channels).

  • Page 16: Connecting A Computer Or Interface Equipment

    AV400HD CONNECTING A COMPUTER OR Interface EQUIPMENT Making a Interface Connection Connect computers and video cameras capable of Interface output to the Interface IN connectors. Inputs are default to cross-point channels 1 through 4(Can be reconfigured to other cross-point channels).

  • Page 17: Connecting Output Equipment

    AV400HD CONNECTING OUTPUT EQUIPMENT Connecting a Projector Use the Interface AUX Out connector to connect to the input connector on the projector. Interface Interface 2 Interface 3 Interface 4 Interface Interface Interface Interface Tally Output The tally connector comes with tally output, output enable, power supply or fan alarm output pins.

  • Page 18: Basic Operation

    In this section, you will be shown the essential controls and operations of each function, it serves as a basic tutorial for beginners, as well as a guideline for how to properly execute these commands. Power on Sequence AV400HD Copyright by ASYSTEMS All rights reserved. Starting Up Connect a 1080p TV or computer monitor via Interface to Multiview output.

  • Page 19: Multiview Screen

    AV400HD Multiview Screen Multiview Screen: At completion of system start up, Multiview screen will be displayed. 1. PVW Section (Preview Output): Depend on the mode of operation, PVW section has different function. • Wipe Pattern Transition Mode: The video selected on the inactive bus (standby) is shown here. If that bus becomes active, the selected video will become the new program output.

  • Page 20: Multiview Screen Specs

    Multiview Screen Specs Multiview screen is your main system control screen, it recommended that you familiarize yourself with the following layout and operation procedures for optimal system performance. The Multiview Monitor splits the screen into ten windows to show multiple sources on a single monitor. You can check sources on the same monitor at the same time.

  • Page 21: Top Panel Operations

    AV400HD Top Panel Operations Transition Operation Mode (Operating Mode 1) ● Transition Operation Mode is the default mode at the beginning of each start up. Assign a Channel to PVW ● PST Buttons 1. Use PST button to assign a channel to PVW.
  • Page 22 Assign a Channel to PGM PGM Buttons 1. Use PGM button to assign a channel to PGM. Channel 2 selected 2. Selected PGM button will light up in red; corresponded Multiview screen will have a red border around; selected channel content will be Red Boarder indicates Channel 2 displayed in PGM screen.
  • Page 23 AV400HD Wipe Patterns By selecting a wipe pattern will switch the operating mode to Transition Operation Mode. By default, after system power up, it will automatically assumes default to Transition Operation Mode. 1. MIX is the default wipe pattern upon first power...

  • Page 24: Pip Operation Mode (Operating Mode 2)

    Program Transition Control Program Transition Control is used to swap contents between PVW and PGM channels. There are three ways of performing the transition, Auto transition and manual transition, giving you the total control and creative freedom to transition between input sources.
  • Page 25 AV400HD Assign PIP Source PIP Preview (PVW Screen) Use PGM cross-point buttons to assign main PIP source. Channel 5 cannot be used. Assign main PIP source PIP Preview (PVW Screen) Use PST cross-point buttons to assign PIP sub source. Channel assigned to DSK cannot be used.
  • Page 26 Wipe Pattern transition. • Press KEY SEL button exit the PIP transition to KEY transition. *Note: AV400HD utilizes a precision digital encoder, therefore, whenever AV400HD is powered on, PIP Transition Controls please push the T-Bar beyond its center location...

  • Page 27: Key Operation Mode (Operating Mode 3)

    AV400HD KEY Operation Mode (Operating Mode 3) Press KEY SEL to enable Key Preview Mode. Multiview screen will switch to KEY Mode. Enable KEY Mode Scale/Size PIP/KEY LED is lit (Controls in KEY mode). Press SEL to toggle joystick controls between KEY and Camera.
  • Page 28 KEY Source Selection 1. Use PGM cross-point buttons to assign Background Source. Channel 3 cannot be used. Key Compose Screen (PVW Screen) 2. Background is displayed in PGM screen. 3. Use PST cross-point buttons to assign Foreground Background Source. Channel 5 cannot be used. 4.
  • Page 29 AV400HD Custom KEY Filter Color Pick Up 1. KEY Preview consists of 3 items: • A: Eyedropper; use to pick up custom key filter color. • B: Custom Key Color indicator; illustrated in RGB Foreground format. • C: Current Key Filter Color; default to Green; other...
  • Page 30 KEY Transition Types 1. AUTO: Foreground fades into PGM according to defined transition time. MANUAL (T-Bar): Foreground fades into PGM AUTO KEY Transtion according the T-Bar movement speed. 3. CUT: Foreground instantly appears in PGM. Starting Transition Point 100% 4. Level: Adjust Foreground transparency level KEY Level Knob.
  • Page 31 AV400HD Key Menu Setup Foreground Foreground Key Compose Screen (PVW Screen) Background Foreground Background 1. KEY Setup Menu will open automatically when KEY Mode is enabled. 2. Press MENU button or switch to other operating modes to close Setup Menu.

  • Page 32: Dsk Operation

    DSK Operation A DSK or downstream key is the ability to key independently or downstream from the switching buses, thus allowing the ability to mix and fade signals behind keyed lyrics or graphics. Using this feature, you can overlay logos, texts and subtitles onto the existing picture to produce videos that are high quality and professional.

  • Page 33: Output Fade Operation

    (LED off). THE END Applying Output Fade Input Scaling The AV400HD will automatically configure the sources of the input signals to fit the output format, manual input scaling is also available for fine tweak non-standard input formats. English...
  • Page 34 Setup Conditions The prerequisite conditions for input scaling adjustment are as followed. System must be in Wipe Pattern Transition Mode. ● Setup Menu is closed. ● Input sources are channel 1 - 4. ● Input Scale Adjustment 1. Press Scale/Size “SEL” button to select INPUT; INPUT LED indicator is lit.
  • Page 35 AV400HD Output Scaling As to input scaling, you can manually adjust the output scaling by following the steps listed below. Setup Conditions The prerequisite conditions for output scaling adjustment are as followed. Set joystick to output scale mode by pressing Scale/Size SEL button to “OUTPUT”.

  • Page 36: Scaling Adjustment Screen

    Preset Memory The AV400HD stores up to 8 custom memory settings that you can easily switch on the fly depending on the situation. Memory contents that will be save are as described below, for detailed information, please refer to the Preset Memory Specifications.

  • Page 37: Camera Control

    AV400HD Camera Control External camera can be controlled via RS422 port. The RS422 port configuration is located in the Setup Menu. Camera control can be accessed in all operation modes. Press joystick “SEL” until “CAMERA” LED is lit. ● Use the “POSITION” joystick for camera motion ●...
  • Page 38 (Still record in the same file). 3. Press Stop Button to conclude the recording. File created will be saved. 4. The AV400HD will automatic generate a default file name for each recording. The default recording format will follow the pattern below.
  • Page 39 AV400HD Playback 1. Press Play/Pause Button to start playback operation. Playback Menu will be displayed at lower left corner of Multiview screen. Playback content will be shown in CH A screen. Playback at PAUSE state. PLAY indicator is flashing at; playback preview with PAUSE icon at lower right corner.

  • Page 40: Setup Menu Operations

    SETUP MENU OPERATIONS The AV400HD’s setting menus are displayed on the Multiview monitor. This section covers all the menu and sub-menu operations of the system settings, please refer to this section for any setting changes, the menu operations follow the flow described below.
  • Page 41 AV400HD I/O Setup Menu I/O Setup Menu manages your input/output source signals to their corresponding channels, please refer to the following steps for manual setup or adjustments Use ← → to select I/O SETUP option. ● Use ↑ ↓ to select “CHANNEL SETUP”; press “ENTER”...
  • Page 42 MULTI-ZOOM SETUP In Multi-Zoom, you are allowed to split one input channel into multiple channels. Each multi-zoom channel can be captured from any portion of the original source image. A maximum of 8 Multi-Zoom can be assigned. Multi-Zoom Enable Conditions: •...
  • Page 43 AV400HD Multi-Zoom Area Selected Select a New Zoom Area Cross-Point Channel assigned to Multi-Zoom English...
  • Page 44 Audio Output Setup Audio output setup defines the source of PGM audio. 3 audio sources are available for PGM, if both external analog and USB audio are connected, USB will override external analog. • Default: Embedded audio from input video source. •...
  • Page 45 AV400HD Video Output Setup Use ↑↓ to place cursor to Video Output Setup button, system will reboot each time a resolution change is executed. Press Enter to sub-menu selection. Use ←→ to select sub-menu options. The default system settings are: AUX 1 Resolution: 1080 ●...
  • Page 46 Frame Rate Selection Selection only applies to PGM (PAL) 60P (50P) ● 30P (25P) ● 30i (25i) ● NTSC Frame Rate Select Video System NTSC ● ● PAL Frame Rate Select Video System Select English...
  • Page 47 AV400HD Effects Setup Menu You can mix and edit effects in the Effect Menu to your preference and make smooth transitions between channels to make your program look professional. In the Effect Setup Menu you can edit the following settings:...
  • Page 48 1. Transition Setup Menu. 2. Format: Press “ENTER” button to transition “FORMAT” selection; use ←→ buttons to navigate between selections Time, Frame and Time-Frame format. 3. At each format selection, use SEL knob to adjust Change Transition Format transition period: Time (0-9.99 seconds) ●...
  • Page 49 AV400HD PIP Setup In PIP setup, you are allowed to change the border width and color. 1. Selection: Width: PIP border width. 0~2 lines (Default 0, no ● border). Color: PIP border color. White, black, red, blue or ● green (Default white).
  • Page 50 Function Selections Filter color: Key extraction color. ● Filter Range: Use SEL knob to select 0-100 (Default: ● 25). Edge Sharpness: Use SEL knob to adjust 0-100 ● (Default: 0). Define foreground and background joining edge sharpness. 2. Key Filter Selection Key Filter Select Use SEL knob to select Blue, Green, White, Black ●...
  • Page 51 AV400HD DSK Setup DSK channel is fixed to Cross-Point Channel 5 (In Ext Key mode, it is the Key Fill), and can not be assigned to other Cross-Point Channels. DSK menu will also pop-up when DSK SEL button is enabled.
  • Page 52 3. SD File Selection: Follows the same steps as INT file select. 4. DSK Color Filter Selection: Black or white. 5. Edge Sharpness: 0-100 (Default: 0); joining edge sharpness. 6. EXT KEY: When enabled, the EXT KEY button will Internal Storage File Selection become solid.
  • Page 53 AV400HD EXT KEY Source Selection Output Fade Setup In Output Fade Setup menu, you can edit and adjust the type of fade out screen of the output. Lower left corner displays the current output fade image, use SEL to make selection and adjustment.
  • Page 54 2. Solid Screen Color: Black, white, red, green and blue. Output Fade Solid Color Selection 3. SD: jpg and bmp files located in SD card can be used. The selection method is same as DSK. Output Fade SD Card File Selection 4.
  • Page 55 AV400HD Camera Setup Menu Selections COM Port Configuration COM1 Camera: RS422 camera control communication port ● Invert Y-Axis: Camera tilt control ● COM 2: RS232 remote control protocol port ● Camera COM 1 Setup 1. Please wait 30 seconds for the system to recognize the converter before any setting change begins.
  • Page 56 4. Parity Selection None (Default) ● ● Even ● Parity Select 5. Stop Bit Selection 1 (Default) & 2. ● Stop Bit Select 6. Flow Control Selection None (Default) ● Xon/Xoff ● Hardware ● Flow Control Select Invert Y-Axis To invert joystick’s Y-Axis direction, Default at NORMAL. Use SEL knob to make selection.
  • Page 57 ● Time Setup Menu File Management The AV400HD comes equipped with 5GB of internal storage, you can also connect external storage devices for file storage and video streaming. 1. Internal Storage (5 GB reserve space) INT is the root directory for internal storage.
  • Page 58 HDCP function off and then on again to decode the signal. Otherwise, it will be able to display in the multiview screen. User must do this for all HDCP devices, unless devices were connected to AV400HD first and then turn on the HDCP function. English...
  • Page 59 System Status The System Status menu gives a you glance of the entire system setup of your AV400HD. This is a where you’ll have a complete system setup information right on the screen and go back to corresponding sub-menus for adjustments, if necessary.
  • Page 60 Recall/Upgrade Within this menu, you’ll have the ability to reset a particular setting or the entire system setting to its default factory state. You can use the ENTER button to confirm selection. A confirmation prompt screen will pop up. Use ← → to select between Yes and NO.
  • Page 61 AV400HD Firmware Upgrade Asystems works diligently to keep improving our products and will release firmware updates periodically. This section describes the steps to perform the system updates. Keep user data: Use SEL knob to place cursor to Keep User Data.

  • Page 62: Asystems Virtual Webcam Emulation Setup Guide

    Asystems Virtual Webcam Emulation Setup Guide Webcam Emulation In an age where everyday people are allowed to host their own channels talking about anything and everything of their interests by streaming videos live, a virtual webcam emulation has become an essential feature of compact video switchers. With Asystems’...
  • Page 63 “Organization”. like to the NETCAM IP address. Click “Yes”, and you will be prompted to enter the IP address that is assigned to your AV400HD in the System Status menu. Review your information and click the “Install” ●...

  • Page 64: Asystems Direct Streaming Setup Guide

    Asystems Direct Streaming Setup Guide The AV400HD supports direct stream on video streaming platforms and it follows standard Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP), which is a network control protocol designed for use in entertainment and communications systems to control streaming media servers. The protocol is used for establishing and controlling media sessions between end points. Please refer to the following steps to begin webcam emulation setup procedures.
  • Page 65 AV400HD For Audio, scroll down and check the Use custom audio device box and select ASYSTEMS Network Camera Audio Capture as your audio source and click OK to exit the window. Click Settings in the lower-right hand corner and select Stream tab.
  • Page 66 Select Custom Streaming Server in the Stream Type drop box and enter your stream URL and Stream Key in the respective boxes and click OK to exit. On the main screen click Start Streaming to begin streaming your video content. Please note that depending on the type of streaming platform you use, some of the setup options and selections may vary slightly, but the overall rules of this setup guide do apply.

  • Page 67: System Specifications

    Multi-Format Interface Supports Interface up to 1080p60; up to 70m distance (depending on cable quality and video resolution) *Not available in AV400HD-1 BNC, 3G-SDI Supports up to 1080p60 Note 1: Interface 2, 3 & 4 share input with SDI; priority= Interface when both Interface and SDI are connected.

  • Page 68: Preset Memory Specifications

    PRESET MEMORY SPECIFICATIONS Top Panel Specifications Data Default I. Transition Time Time: 0.00 to 9.99 sec; Frame: 000 to 999 frames; Time: 1.00; Frame: 030; Time Data Time-Frame: 1.00 to 9.nn, nn= max frame/sec Time-Frame: 1.00. II. Wipe Pattern Position Button 1 to 8 III.

  • Page 69: Setup Menu Specifications

    AV400HD SETUP MENU SPECIFICATIONS Data Default I. I/O Setup A. Channel Setup i. Channel Input source CH1- 4, and X CH1- 4, and X CH1- 4, and X CH1- 4, and X CH1- 4, X and DSK B. AV IN Setup...
  • Page 70 II. Effects Setup Menu A. Transition Setup Format Time, Frame and Time-Frame Time Wipe Pattern Button 1 1 to 24 Wipe Pattern Button 2 1 to 24 Wipe Pattern Button 3 1 to 24 Wipe Pattern Button 4 1 to 24 Wipe Pattern Button 5 1 to 24 Wipe Pattern Button 6...
  • Page 71 AV400HD IV. Camera Setup Menu A. Camera COM Setup Baud Rate 9600, 115200 and 384000 9600 Data 5, 6, 7 and 8 Parity None, Odd and Even None Stop 1 and 2 Flow Control None, Xon/Xoff and Hardware None B. Invert Y-Axis Setup...

  • Page 72: Glossary

    GLOSSARY Word Data Aspect Ratio The ratio between the horizontal and vertical dimensions of an image or screen. A spare bus which can be switched by signals other than the main line output signals. [Auxiliary Bus] The signals which are output from the internal color generator and used as the Background background image.
  • Page 73 AV400HD This function combines a sub screen image with the background image. [Picture-in-picture] The function for checking ahead of time the image which will be output after the next [Preview] transition. The image is output from the PVW system. The bus which always carries the program output signals.
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