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  • Page 1 Version 2.0, May 2017 The material contained in this manual consists of information that is the property of Evertz Microsystems and is intended solely for the use of purchasers of the 7825DSK2-LG Series Logo Inserter and Downstream Keyer. Evertz Microsystems expressly prohibits the use of this manual for any purpose other than the operation of the device.
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  • Page 3 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “Dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
  • Page 4 WARNING Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by Evertz Microsystems Ltd. could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Use of unshielded plugs or cables may cause radiation interference. Properly shielded interface cables with the shield connected to the chassis ground of the device must be used.
  • Page 5 Evertz products are for informational use only and are not warranties of future performance, either expressed or implied. The only warranty offered by Evertz in relation to this product is the Evertz standard limited warranty, stated in the sales contract or order confirmation form.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer TABLE OF CONTENTS OVERVIEW ..........................1-1 1.1. SUMMARY ........................1-1 1.2. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ................... 1-2 1.3. DEFINITIONS ........................1-3 INSTALLATION ......................... 2-1 2.1. REAR PANEL OVERVIEW ....................2-1 2.1.1. Video Connections ....................2-1 2.1.2.
  • Page 7 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.2.4. Vertical Output Offset ..................... 4-3 4.2.5. Video Mandatory Input ................... 4-3 4.3. TIME TAB .......................... 4-4 4.3.1. Displaying Real Time Clock ..................4-5 4.3.2. Displaying the Universal Time Clock Time ............. 4-5 4.3.3.
  • Page 8 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.8. GPI/GPO CONTROL TAB ....................4-15 4.8.1. Configuring the GPO Outputs ................4-16 4.8.2. Configuring the GPI Inputs ................... 4-17 4.8.2.1. Target Logo ................... 4-17 4.8.2.2. Configuring the Perform Transition Function .......... 4-17 4.8.2.3.
  • Page 9 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.13.8.5. Setting the Logo Display Time (Hold) ............. 4-29 4.13.8.6. Setting the Logo Fade Out Duration............4-29 4.13.8.7. Setting the Up Down Timer ..............4-29 4.13.9. Crawl Logo Configuration Settings ............... 4-29 4.13.9.1.
  • Page 10 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.3. AN OVERVIEW OF THE SETUP MENU SYSTEM ............5-6 5.4. NAVIGATING THE SETUP MENU ..................5-6 5.5. FRONT PANEL SETUP MENU – MAIN MENU ..............5-8 5.6. GENERAL CONFIGURATION ITEMS ................5-9 5.6.1.
  • Page 11 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.10. TRANSITION CONFIGURATION ITEMS ................. 5-25 5.10.1. Setting the Transition Type ................... 5-26 5.10.2. Setting the Transition Rate ................... 5-26 5.10.3. Setting the Transition Swap Mode ................ 5-27 5.10.4. Pausing a Transition ..................... 5-27 5.10.5.
  • Page 12 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer PLAYLIST COMMANDS ......................6-1 HTML AUDIO SETUP PAGE ..................... 7-1 7.1. HTML SETUP PAGE ......................7-1 7.1.1. Main Index Page ....................7-1 7.1.2. WAV File Playout ....................7-4 7.1.3. METAR Setup Page ....................7-5 7.1.4.
  • Page 13 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figures Figure 1-1: 7825DSK2-LG-HD Block Diagram ..................... 1-2 Figure 2-1: 7825DSK2-LG-HD & 7825DSK2-LG-3G Rear Panels ............... 2-1 Figure 2-2: Keyer GPIO Opto Isolator Circuitry ................... 2-10 Figure 2-3: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto-Isolators from the Unit .......... 2-11 Figure 2-4: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto-Isolators from an External Power Supply .....
  • Page 14 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Tables Table 2-1: Remote Panel Port Pin Definitions ....................2-2 Table 2-2: Serial Port C and D – RS422 Pin Definitions ................2-3 Table 2-3: Serial Port Pin Definitions ......................2-4 Table 2-4: GPI/O Connector Pin Definitions ....................2-5 Table 2-5: Serial Port C and D RS232 Pin Definitions ...................
  • Page 15 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer CHAPTER 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS OVERVIEW ..........................1-1 1.1. SUMMARY ........................1-1 1.2. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL ................... 1-2 1.3. DEFINITIONS ........................1-3 OVERVIEW Revision 2.0...
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  • Page 17: Overview

    The onboard preview allows you to cue your logos for position and content verification prior to going "On Air". The optional features of the 7825DSK2-LG-HD and 7825DSK2-LG-3G are an air temperature probe and a crawl option which provides the ability to insert crawls with static content.

  • Page 18: How To Use This Manual

    We highly recommend taking the time to become familiar with the terms and concepts described here before proceeding further into the manual. Chapter 2 provides a detailed description of the rear panel connectors, and how the 7825DSK2-LG-HD should be connected into your system.

  • Page 19: Definitions

    Chapter 7 provides an overview of the HTML setup page. Chapter 8 provides technical information such as the specifications. Chapter 9 describes how to upgrade the firmware in the 7825DSK2-LG-HD.  Items of special note are indicated with a double box like this.
  • Page 20 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer A component digital video recording format that uses data conforming to the ITU-R601 standard. Records on 19 mm magnetic tape. (Often used incorrectly to refer to component digital video.) A composite digital video recording format that uses data conforming to SMPTE 244M. Records on 19 mm magnetic tape.
  • Page 21 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer NTSC: National Television Standards Committee established the television and video standard in use in the United States, Canada, Japan and several other countries. NTSC video consists of 525 horizontal lines at a field rate of approximately 60 fields per second. (Two fields equal one complete Frame).
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  • Page 23 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer CHAPTER 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS INSTALLATION.......................... 2-1 2.1. REAR PANEL OVERVIEW ....................2-1 2.1.1. Video Connections ....................2-1 2.1.2. Reference Video Connections ................2-2 2.1.3. Serial I/O Connections.................... 2-2 2.1.3.1. Serial Port Pin Out Definitions ..............2-4 2.1.4.
  • Page 24 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figures Figure 2-1: 7825DSK2-LG-HD & 7825DSK2-LG-3G Rear Panels ..............2-1 Figure 2-2: Keyer GPIO Opto Isolator Circuitry ................... 2-10 Figure 2-3: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto-Isolators from the Unit ........... 2-11 Figure 2-4: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto-Isolators from an External Power Supply ....

  • Page 25: Installation

    Figure 2-1 shows the rear panels of the 7825DSK2-LG-HD and 7825DSK2-LG-3G modules. Sections 2.1.1 to 2.1.5 describe the specific video, audio, and control signals that should be connected to the 7825DSK2-LG-HD and 7825DSK2-LG-3G rear plates. Sections 2.4 to 2.8 describe how to connect the module into your system.

  • Page 26: Reference Video Connections

    2.1.3. Serial I/O Connections A breakout cable (Evertz Part # WP-SERIAL-COM-1-0) is provided with each 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(- 3G). This breakout cable connects to the SERIAL DB9 (Serial Control) connector on the rear plate. The serial connectors on the breakout cable have the following serial I/O connections.

  • Page 27: Table 2-2: Serial Port C And D - Rs422 Pin Definitions

    COM C and COM D: These 9 pin female D connectors provide serial interfaces designed for connection to Automation Systems including the Evertz MetaCast 2 software. The ports are also used for optional temperature probe. These ports can be individually changed to run in either RS422 or RS232 mode by reconfiguring jumpers J19 or J20 on the 7700FC card inside the unit.

  • Page 28: Serial Port Pin Out Definitions

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 2.1.3.1. Serial Port Pin Out Definitions Table 2-3 shows the pin out definitions for the 15 pin serial port on the rear plate. Pin # Name Description RX+ Comm Port B Clear To Send Comm Port B Request To Send Comm Port B...

  • Page 29: Ethernet Network Connections

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Pin # Name Description Chassis ground GPOUT B General purpose output B GPOUT A General purpose output A GPOUT C General purpose output C GPIN C General Purpose Input C GPOUT D General Purpose Output D GPIN F General Purpose Input E GPIN A...

  • Page 30: Power Requirements

    SERIAL CONTROL connector on the Keyer units using COM B of the breakout cable (Evertz Part # WP-SERIAL-COM-1-0), provided. For longer distances, simply make your own cable of the required length according to the diagram in Table 2-6. Communications to the remote panel is through a standard straight-through RS-422 connection, enabling the panel to be located up to 1000 feet from the main electronics unit.

  • Page 31: Connecting The Video

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 2.5. CONNECTING THE VIDEO 2.5.1. Video Inputs The HD or SD program video source should be connected to the PGM IN A BNC. If you are using the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) as a two input standard definition video keyer, the alternate video source should be connected to the PGM IN B BNC.

  • Page 32: Connecting The Linear Time Code

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 2.6. CONNECTING THE LINEAR TIME CODE The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) has a linear time code (LTC) input used to provide time information for the analog or digital clock logos. Connect the LTC output from your house master time code source to the LTC IN XLR connector.

  • Page 33: Connecting The General Purpose Inputs And Outputs

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Devices on the Ethernet network continually monitor the receive data path for activity as a means of checking that the link is working correctly. When the network is idle, the devices also send a link test signal to one another to verify link integrity.

  • Page 34: Figure 2-2: Keyer Gpio Opto Isolator Circuitry

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figure 2-2: Keyer GPIO Opto Isolator Circuitry All GPI inputs are level triggered. Lowering the GPI input to a potential below Vext will select the allocated preset definition. The 8 GPIs (A through H) are dedicated as load logo controls. When one of these GPI inputs is activated, the corresponding logo is loaded into active video.

  • Page 35: Figure 2-3: Powering The General Purpose Input Opto-Isolators From The Unit

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figure 2-3: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto-Isolators from the Unit Figure 2-4: Powering the General Purpose Input Opto-Isolators from an External Power Supply INSTALLATION Page 2-11 Revision 2.0...

  • Page 36: Figure 2-5: Powering The General Purpose Output Opto-Isolators From The Unit

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figure 2-5: Powering the General Purpose Output Opto-Isolators from the Unit Figure 2-6: Powering the General Purpose Output Opto-Isolators from an External Power Supply Page 2-12 INSTALLATION Revision 2.0...

  • Page 37: Connecting The Optional Temperature Probe

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Table 2-9 shows the maximum limits that the user must adhere to so that no circuitry is damaged. Description Name Value Maximum GP+3.3V current load 100 mA GP+3.3V Minimum input voltage for a high high min Maximum input voltage for a low 0.8 V...

  • Page 38: Module Configuration

    The 7700 upgrade cable supplied with the 7800FR frame is a multi-coloured ribbon cable with a six pin header socket on one end and a female 9 pin D connector on the other end (Evertz part number This cable is normally in the vinyl WA-S76).

  • Page 39: Network Configuration

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figure 2-7: Tera Term – Main Menu 2.11.1. Network Configuration 4) To open a menu item, type the corresponding number from the list, and then press <ENTER>. Select option (1) Network Configuration from the Main Menu to set the IP parameters for the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) module.

  • Page 40: Figure 2-8: Tera Term - Network Configuration

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figure 2-8: Tera Term – Network Configuration 5) In the Network Configuration menu item, type the corresponding number from the list, and then press <ENTER>. Remember to SAVE (S or 6) when a change has been made before exiting the menu.

  • Page 41: How To Incorporate A Router

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 2.12. HOW TO INCORPORATE A ROUTER The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) has the ability to control an upstream router. This control is done serially using either GVG Ten XL or Quartz Router control protocols. Details on the specific routers can be found in their individual manuals.
  • Page 42 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer This page left intentionally blank Page 2-18 INSTALLATION Revision 2.0...
  • Page 43 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer CHAPTER 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS STATUS INDICATORS ......................3-1 Figures Figure 3-1: Status LED Locations ......................... 3-1 STATUS INDICATORS Revision 2.0...
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  • Page 45: Status Indicators

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer STATUS INDICATORS The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) has 17 LED status indicators on the front card edge to show operational status of the card at a glance. Figure 3-1 shows the location of the LEDs and card edge controls. Figure 3-1: Status LED Locations Five large LEDs on the front of the main board indicate the general health of the module: LOCAL STATUS:...
  • Page 46 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer This page left intentionally blank Page 3-2 STATUS INDICATORS Revision 2.0...
  • Page 47 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer CHAPTER 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS HOW TO OPERATE THE DOWNSTREAM KEYER USING VISTALINK PRO ......................4-1 ® 4.1. WHAT IS V LINK ? ...................... 4-1 ISTA ® 4.2. VIDEO TAB ........................4-2 4.2.1.
  • Page 48 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.6.1.3. Setting the Key Offset ................4-13 4.6.1.4. Setting the Key Threshold ..............4-13 4.6.1.5. Setting the Auto Key Enable ..............4-13 4.7. MATTE TAB ........................4-13 4.7.1. Matte Parameters ....................4-14 4.7.1.1.
  • Page 49 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.13.3.3. Setting the Logo Layer ................4-26 4.13.3.4. Setting the DSK Layer 2................. 4-26 4.13.4. Voice Over Control ....................4-26 4.13.5. Transition Control ....................4-27 4.13.6. Command Status ....................4-27 4.13.7. Media All Out ......................4-27 4.13.8.
  • Page 50 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figures Figure 4-1: Video Window ..........................4-2 Figure 4-2: Video Mandatory Input Parameters ..................... 4-4 Figure 4-3: Time Window ..........................4-4 Figure 4-4: Network Window ......................... 4-8 Figure 4-5: General Window .......................... 4-9 Figure 4-6: DSK Window ..........................

  • Page 51: How To Operate The Downstream Keyer Using Vistalink Pro

    3. A virtual database, known as the Management Information Base (MIB), lists all the variables being monitored, which both the Manager and Agent understand. Please contact Evertz for further information about obtaining a copy of the MIB for interfacing to a third party Manager/NMS.

  • Page 52: Video Tab

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.2. VIDEO TAB The Video tab enables the user to set the parameters for the video connections. Figure 4-1: Video Window 4.2.1. Video Standard This option is used to set the video standard in use. Use the Video Standard drop down menu to select the desired video standard.

  • Page 53: Reference Type

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.2.2. Reference Type This option allows the user to set the reference type (In Video, In Genlock, Genlock Frame 1, or Genlock Frame 2). The downstream keyer can be referenced by the input video or by the source applied to the GENLOCK BNC.

  • Page 54: Time Tab

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figure 4-2: Video Mandatory Input Parameters When an Input is set to YES, the Output will become muted (no video) if the Input becomes invalid or is absent, regardless of whether or not that Input is currently selected to be routed to the Output.

  • Page 55: Displaying Real Time Clock

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.3.1. Displaying Real Time Clock The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) contains a real time clock that is used to drive the clock display logos that can be placed on the screen. This battery backed up real time clock (known as RTC) free runs on an internal oscillator and can be set from the front panel.

  • Page 56: Enabling Daylight Saving Time Compensation

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.3.7. Enabling Daylight Saving Time Compensation This option item allows the user to control whether Daylight Saving Time (DST) compensation will be applied to derive the local time. When set to off, Daylight Saving Time compensation will not be applied. When set to on, Daylight Saving Time compensation will be applied and the local time will be adjusted back by 1 hour.

  • Page 57: Synchronizing The Real Time Clock To The Utc Time

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.3.11. Synchronizing the Real Time Clock to the UTC Time The hardware real time clock (RTC) will drift slightly from the video rate UTC Clock time under normal operation. When this drift exceeds 5 seconds the RTC will be automatically resynchronized to the UTC time.

  • Page 58: Network Tab

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.4. NETWORK TAB The Network tab enables the user to view the network settings.  None of the network settings can be changed with VistaLINK Pro. The network ® settings can be changed either in the serial menu or the Remote Control Panel menu.

  • Page 59: Firmware Version

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figure 4-5: General Window 4.5.1. Firmware Version 4.5.1.1. Monitoring the Build Number The Build Number parameter provides the user with the build number. 4.5.1.2. Enabling Reboot The reboot button allows the user to reboot the unit. Once selected, a message will appear in order to confirm whether the user would like to proceed with the reboot.
  • Page 60 See your automation vendor for information about the protocols that are supported. Select Automation when you want to control the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) using the Evertz automation protocol. This is the setting you should use when you are controlling the 7825DSK2- LG(-HD)(-3G) from the Evertz MetaCast 2 software.

  • Page 61: General

    4.5.3.1. Automation Debug and M2100 Debug Functions Two automation debug functions are provided in the GENERAL window. One is for the Evertz automation protocol and is called Automation Debug. The other is for the M2100 automation protocol and is called M2100 Auto Debug. Both work in essentially the same way. When you turn on one of the automation debug functions, the data packets being received from the automation system are output to the 4-pin connector on the front of the 7825DSK2(-HD)(-3G) module card edge.

  • Page 62: Mcp Controls

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.5.5. MCP Controls In order for a EMC-DCP to control a 7825DSK2, the 7825DSK2 must contact the EMC-DCP first. The MCP Controls fields enable you to configure the IP address of up to four EMC-DCP panels. Once configured the EMC-DCP should allow the user to select and control the 7825DSK2.

  • Page 63: Setting The Key Gain

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.6.1.2. Setting the Key Gain This option is used to modify the opacity (transparency) of the keyed object used in input key mode. The default Key Gain value of 100 will leave the transparency of the keyed object unmodified from that defined by the key signal.

  • Page 64: Matte Parameters

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.7.1. Matte Parameters 4.7.1.1. Setting the Matte Enable Function This option is used to turn the matte on and off. Select True to turn on the black matte overlay. This matte is on the top layer of the keyer and will overwrite all the video on the respective lines of the active picture.

  • Page 65: Setting The Matte Aspect Ratio

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.7.3. Setting the Matte Aspect Ratio This option is used to set the aspect ratio of the matte. There are three pre-defined aspect ratios available. When you select one of these aspect ratios the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) will automatically set the Matte Top and Matte Bottom menu items.

  • Page 66: Configuring The Gpo Outputs

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.8.1. Configuring the GPO Outputs The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) is fitted with four contact closure general-purpose outputs (GPOs) that can be used as tallies for various functions. There are individual menu items to configure each of the GPOs.

  • Page 67: Configuring The Gpi Inputs

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.8.2. Configuring the GPI Inputs The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) is fitted with 8 general purpose inputs (GPIs) that can be configured to trigger 2 different actions - On Closure and On Open. For example, the On Closure event can be used to load a preset and perform a transition to the Program Bus.

  • Page 68: Configuring The Load Preset Function

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.8.2.3. Configuring the Load Preset Function The Load Preset option is used to select the preset that will be loaded when the GPI input is closed to ground. The following items are available in the drop down menu: NONE: If you do not want to load a user preset when the GPI is closed, select the NONE item.

  • Page 69: Temperature Tab

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.9. TEMPERATURE TAB The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) has the ability to insert a logo that displays the current local temperature. The Temperature setup window is used to configure parameters relating to these types of logos. Figure 4-9: Temperature Window 4.9.1.

  • Page 70: Setting The Static Temperature

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.9.3. Setting the Static Temperature This option is used to set the temperature to be displayed in temperature type logos when the “Temperature Source” is set to Manual. 4.9.4. Temperature Read Loss This option is used to set the behaviour when the temperature source is lost.

  • Page 71: Setting The Transition Rate

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer The numbers following the wipe patterns reference the angle of the wipe and  direction of the wipe. Arrows indicate the direction of the wipe. For example, a Wipe 45 transition will start a 45 degree wipe that will progress from the top left of the screen to the bottom right of the screen.

  • Page 72: Setting Program Bus Change

    For both DASDEC and Trilithic EAS devices supporting DVS168: In order to enable “Send alert text for National Alerts EAN/EAT” so that the EAN/EAT text messages can be sent to the downstream device (Evertz keyer via IP), you must check this ...

  • Page 73: Setting The Eas Vertical Position

    NOTE: DVS-168 Digital E.A.S. Protocol IP based EAS implementations, where an  audio wav file is sent to the Evertz keyer, will not suffice for National EAN alerts. Analog or digital audio from the EAS device must be used to connect audio to the Evertz keyer.

  • Page 74: Presets Tab

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.12. PRESETS TAB The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) has 10 user presets that can store pre-defined configurations for such things as Matte settings, Transition settings and DSK settings. The parameter values stored are the menu settings that are currently based on the status of the Program Bus. Therefore, if you would like to store a preset that has a 2.35 matte applied, you must first configure the “Matte Aspect”...

  • Page 75: Media Tab

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.13. MEDIA TAB The MEDIA setup window controls all the parameters for individual logos and media. It also controls the Program and Preview bus for the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G). Figure 4-14: Media Window 4.13.1. General Control 4.13.1.1.

  • Page 76: Setting The Dsk Layer

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.13.2.2. Setting the DSK Layer The DSK Layer control allows the user to enable or disable the downstream keyer layer for the Preview Bus. 4.13.2.3. Setting the Logo Layer The Logo Layer allows the user to enable or disable the media key layer for the Preview Bus. 4.13.2.4.

  • Page 77: Transition Control

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer The following options are available for the Preview and Program Voice Over sections. Selecting the On tab (on the Preview or Program bus) will enable the Voice Over control in preview and program outputs. Off: Selecting the Off tab will disable the Voice Over control.

  • Page 78: Setting The Logo Horizontal Position

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figure 4-16: Static Logo Configuration Settings 4.13.8.1. Setting the Logo Horizontal Position This option is used to set the horizontal position for the current logo. The position is referenced to the left edge of the logo. The range of values depends on video standard in use. 4.13.8.2.

  • Page 79: Setting The Logo Display Time (Hold)

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.13.8.5. Setting the Logo Display Time (Hold) This option is used to set how long the current logo will be displayed. The range of values is 1 to 600 frames. The logo will automatically fade out after the Hold time has been completed. Setting the value to manual will cause the logo to be displayed until it is manually faded out.

  • Page 80: Setting The Crawl Logo Horizontal Position

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figure 4-17: Crawl Logo Configuration Settings 4.13.9.1. Setting the Crawl Logo Horizontal Position This option is used to set the horizontal position for vertical crawls. The position is referenced to the left edge of the logo. The range of values depends on video standard in use. 4.13.9.2.

  • Page 81: Setting The Crawl Logo Fade In Duration

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.13.9.4. Setting the Crawl Logo Fade In Duration This option is used to set the fade in rate for the current logo. The range of values is 1 to 600 frames. The Fade In option only applies to static and crawl logos. 4.13.9.5.

  • Page 82: Setting The Font Height

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer The opacity value ranges from 0 to 255. Setting the opacity to a value of 255 makes the background completely opaque. Setting the opacity to a value 0 makes the background completely transparent. 4.13.9.12.

  • Page 83: Setting The Crawl Outline Opacity

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.13.10.1. Setting the Crawl Outline Opacity The Crawl Outline Opacity control is used to set the opacity of the crawl outline. The opacity value ranges from 0 to 255. Setting the opacity to a value of 255 creates a completely opaque crawl outline. Setting the opacity to a value of 0 creates a completely transparent crawl outline.

  • Page 84: Audio Clip Configuration Settings

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figure 4-20: Command Status Table As shown in Figure 4-20, logos that are “on air” are highlighted in green, and logos that are cued are highlighted in orange. 4.13.12. Audio Clip Configuration Settings The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) has the ability to insert audio clips into the program audio path.

  • Page 85: Audio Control Tab

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4.14. AUDIO CONTROL TAB The AUDIO CONTROL tab controls the audio parameters for the selected audio. Figure 4-22: Audio Control Tab 4.14.1. Parameters LAYER: This represents the output audio channel for the embedded audio out. BLACK: This column configures the audio that is used when the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) is outputting black.

  • Page 86: Settings

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer AUDIOCLIP: This column configures which channel(s) the audioclip audio is to be inserted onto. Using this item you can also specify the desired mix levels for audio clips. audioclip layer is on top of the Black/Bkg/Fill/Audio Keyer layers, therefore the gain settings boost the clip playout and the duck affects the Black/Bkg/Fill/Audio Keyer layer.
  • Page 87 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer BEMB1L - group 1 channel 1 of embedded audio on the input video BEMB1R - group 1 channel 2 of embedded audio on the input video BEMB2L - group 1 channel 3 of embedded audio on the input video BEMB2R - group 1 channel 4 of embedded audio on the input video BEMB3L - group 2 channel 1 of embedded audio on the input video BEMB3R - group 2 channel 2 of embedded audio on the input video...

  • Page 88: Wav File Playout

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer GAIN: Sets the output gain for the audio channel in question. To pass the audio through at the received level, set the gain to 0. To boost the audio level, set the gain to a positive value.
  • Page 89 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer CHAPTER 5 TABLE OF CONTENTS HOW TO OPERATE THE DOWNSTREAM KEYER USING THE REMOTE CONTROL PANEL ................5-1 5.1. AN OVERVIEW OF KEY AND DISPLAY FUNCTIONS ............. 5-1 5.1.1. Preview Bus Button Group ..................5-1 5.1.2.
  • Page 90 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.6.9. Protecting Line 21 Captions ................. 5-19 5.6.10. Setting the Up Down Timer .................. 5-19 5.6.11. Auto Proto Debug Functions ................5-20 5.7. FILE MANAGEMENT CONFIGURATION ITEMS ............5-21 5.7.1. Selecting the Source Media .................. 5-21 5.7.2.
  • Page 91 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.15. MEDIA CONFIGURATION ITEMS ................... 5-38 5.15.1. Setting the Logo Horizontal Position ..............5-39 5.15.2. Setting the Logo Vertical Position ................. 5-39 5.15.3. Setting the Logo Transparency ................5-39 5.15.4. Setting the Logo Fade In Duration ................ 5-39 5.15.5.
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  • Page 93: How To Operate The Downstream Keyer Using The Remote Control Panel

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer HOW TO OPERATE THE DOWNSTREAM KEYER USING THE REMOTE CONTROL PANEL The standard 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) is a 2 slot card contained within the 7800FR. The 7825DSK2- LG(-HD)(-3G) is operated by a 1RU rack mount panel. This chapter describes the operation of the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) using the remote control panel.

  • Page 94: Program Bus Button Group

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer DSK: This button controls the downstream keyer layer for the preview video output bus. If the LED is not illuminated, then the downstream keyer layers are not active on the Preview Bus. If the LED is ON then the downstream keyer layers are enabled on the Preview Bus.

  • Page 95: The Function Button Group

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer BYPASS (now LOGO): This button controls the complete media key layer for the program output bus. The media key layer includes the logo layer for the video and the voiceover layer for the audio.

  • Page 96: Setup Button Group

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.1.4. Setup Button Group SETUP: This button is used to enter the Setup menu, which is used to configure the operating modes of the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G). (See section 5.3 for an overview of the Setup menu.) When you are in the Setup menu, this button is also used to back out of menu selections to the next higher menu level or to exit the Setup menu and return to normal panel operation.

  • Page 97: Function Status Indicators

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer DSK: This LED indicates that the downstream keyer layer is enabled on the Program Bus when it is ON. When it is OFF it indicates that the downstream keyer layer is disabled on the Program Bus.

  • Page 98: Overview Of Front Remote Control Panel Operation

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.2. OVERVIEW OF FRONT REMOTE CONTROL PANEL OPERATION 5.2.1. Displaying Logos To control whether a logo is keyed or not, you must first enable the media key layer by pressing the LOGO button for the bus you want the logo to appear on. The LOGO LED for the respective bus must be illuminated for logos to display on that bus.

  • Page 99: Figure 5-3: Overview Of The Setup Menu System

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer GENERAL MANAGE FILES MATTE − − − − Select Standard Media Matte On/Off Key Type − − − − Reference Timing File Aspect Key Gain − − − − Time Setup Key Offset −...

  • Page 100: Front Panel Setup Menu - Main Menu

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.5. FRONT PANEL SETUP MENU – MAIN MENU The front panel Setup menu is arranged in a layered structure that groups similar configuration items together. The following section provides a brief description of the first level of menus that appear when you enter the menu.

  • Page 101: General Configuration Items

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.6. GENERAL CONFIGURATION ITEMS The GENERAL Setup menu is used to set up various items related to the overall operation of the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) such as Video Standard, Time settings, Network info, COM port settings and firmware versions.

  • Page 102: Selecting The Video Standard

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.6.1. Selecting the Video Standard GENERAL The Select Standard menu item is used to set the video standard in use. Select Standard Select 525i/59.94 for operation with 4 x 3 aspect ratio 525i/59.94 video 525i conforming to SMPTE 125M.

  • Page 103: Setting The Video Output Timing With Respect To Reference

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.6.2. Setting the Video Output Timing With Respect To Reference GENERAL This menu item allows the user to set the reference type. The downstream keyer can be referenced by the input video or by the source applied to the Reference Timing GENLOCK BNC.

  • Page 104: Configuring The Real Time Clock

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.6.3. Configuring the Real Time Clock The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) contains a real time clock that is used to drive the clock display logos that can be placed on the screen. This battery backed up real time clock (known as RTC) free runs on an internal oscillator and can be set from the front panel.

  • Page 105: Setting The Time Zone Offset

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer  When there is a valid LTC input to the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G), the LTC time will overwrite the Real Time clock that has been entered. 5.6.3.4. Setting the Time Zone Offset GENERAL This menu item allows the user to set a time zone offset between the UTC time and the Local time.

  • Page 106: Selecting Whether The Time Code Input Is Utc Or Local Time

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.6.3.6. Selecting Whether the Time Code input is UTC or Local Time GENERAL This menu item allows the user to select whether incoming time code will Time Setup be in UTC or local time. This information is necessary to correctly update the RTC clock from the time code.

  • Page 107: Setting The Ltc Date Format

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer  When there is a valid LTC input to the keyer with the date encoded in the userbits, the LTC date will overwrite the Real Time date that has been entered. 5.6.3.11. Setting the LTC Date Format GENERAL This menu item is used to select the format of the date encoded in the user bits of the LTC.

  • Page 108: Setting Up The Gateway

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.6.4.3. Setting Up the Gateway GENERAL This menu item identifies the IP address of the “gateway” (commonly Network Info referred to as the “firewall”). In its simplest sense the gateway could be the PC directly connected to the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) and running the G 192.168.1.1 network application software (i.e.

  • Page 109: Displaying Afd Logo Trigger

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.6.6. Displaying AFD Logo Trigger GENERAL This parameter allows the user to detect a particular AFD code in the HD VANC. The codes are based on SMTPE 2016. AFD Trigger AFD code: off This feature is only available in an HD video standard.

  • Page 110: Setting The Genlock Status

    See your automation vendor for information about the protocols that are supported. Select Automation when you want to control the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) using the Evertz automation protocol. This is the setting you should use when you are controlling the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) from the Evertz MetaCast 2 software.

  • Page 111: Protecting Line 21 Captions

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.6.9. Protecting Line 21 Captions GENERAL This menu item allows the user to control logos that can be placed on line 21 where closed captions are located in North American television Line 21 Protect systems.

  • Page 112: Auto Proto Debug Functions

    These functions are used to view the commands that are being sent by the automation system. If you are having problems with a unit that is being controlled from automation, Evertz service personnel may ask you to provide a capture of the data being output on the serial port when the debug function is turned on.

  • Page 113: File Management Configuration Items

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.7. FILE MANAGEMENT CONFIGURATION ITEMS The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) comes standard with a 1GB removable compact flash memory for storing logos and other media files. The MANAGE FILES Setup menu is used to set up various items related to moving logo files between these different media drives.

  • Page 114: Selecting The Destination Media

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.7.3. Selecting the Destination Media MANAGE FILES This menu item is used to select the destination media drive that you are working with. Each media drive is identified by the serial number of the compact flash media that is currently in the drive.

  • Page 115: Turning The Matte On And Off

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.8.1. Turning the Matte On and Off MATTE This menu item is used to turn the matte on and off. Matte On/Off Select enabled to turn on the black matte overlay. This matte is on the top Matte: Enable layer of the keyer and will overwrite all the video on the respective lines of Matte: Disable...

  • Page 116: Downstream Keyer Configuration Items

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.9. DOWNSTREAM KEYER CONFIGURATION ITEMS The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) has two downstream keyer layers that allow the user to key objects into the output video. The DSK Setup menu is used to configure the downstream keyer functions – key type, gain, and thresholds.

  • Page 117: Setting The Downstream Key Object Offset

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.9.3. Setting the Downstream Key Object Offset This menu item is used to modify the key offset value used in input key mode. This value is the level that will be considered as black on the key Key Offset input, and should not normally be changed from its default value of 0.

  • Page 118: Setting The Transition Rate

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.10.1. Setting the Transition Type TRANSITION This menu item is used to select the type of transition that the user would Transition Type like applied when the TRANSITION button is pressed. Transition effects only appear on the program output bus.

  • Page 119: Setting The Transition Swap Mode

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.10.3. Setting the Transition Swap Mode TRANSITION When set to Swap the input video and audio of the Preview Bus and the Program Bus will be swapped at the end of the transition. Logos and other Transition Swap media being keyed on the respective buses will also be swapped with the Swap: Swap...

  • Page 120: Configuring The Gpi Inputs

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer After upgrading the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) with new firmware, all presets should be recalled using the Recall Preset menu item, the values for new features must be  set, and the preset must be saved again using the Store Preset menu item. IF THIS IS NOT DONE, OLD PRESETS COULD BE RECALLED WITH UNDESIRABLE SETTINGS.

  • Page 121: Selecting One Of The Gpi Inputs To Configure

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.11.1.1. Selecting One of the GPI Inputs to Configure PRESET This menu item is used to select one of the GPI inputs that will be configured using the other menu items in the GPI SETUP menu branch. GPI Setup Configure GPI:A When you first enter this menu branch the selected GPI input will be...
  • Page 122 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer PRESET This menu item is used to select the action that will occur when the GPI GPI Setup input is closed to ground. A CAction Select None to not perform any action. A CAction: NONE A CAction: CUE Select Cue to load the logo selected by the CLogo menu item into memory.

  • Page 123: Configuring The Gpo Outputs

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.11.2. Configuring the GPO Outputs The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) is fitted with four contact closure general-purpose outputs (GPOs) that can be used as tallies for various functions. There are individual menu items to configure each of the GPOs.

  • Page 124: Recalling A User Preset

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.11.3. Recalling a User Preset PRESET This menu item is used to recall 1 of the 10 user presets to the Preview Recall Preset Bus. Recall # 1 Use the  or  buttons to select the preset to restore. When you press the SELECT button the preset will be restored to the Preview Bus overwriting the active preset.

  • Page 125: Selecting The Audio Over Trans Settings

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.12. SELECTING THE AUDIO OVER TRANS SETTINGS Audio Over Trans This menu item is used to select the VO In Rate settings. VO In Rate Use the  or  buttons to change the VO In Rate value and press the SELECT button.

  • Page 126: Setting The Temperature Format

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.13.2. Setting the Temperature Format Temperature This menu item is used to set the format of the temperature as set by the Temp Format Set Temperature menu item. Format: Fahrenhe Select Fahrenhe if the temperature entered is in degrees Fahrenheit. Format: Celsius Select Celsius if the temperature entered is in degrees Celsius.

  • Page 127: Eas Configuration Items (+E Optioned Units Only)

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.14. EAS CONFIGURATION ITEMS (+E OPTIONED UNITS ONLY) 5.14.1. TCP/IP Alternately, the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) can be configured to receive EAS messages and audio over TCP. The 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) firmware implements the DVS/168 protocol, referred to informally as EAS over TCP/IP.

  • Page 128: Setting The Vertical Position Of Eas Crawl Display

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.14.2. Setting the Vertical Position of EAS Crawl Display This menu item is used to set the vertical position of the EAS scrolling text Vert Pos’n message. The Vert Pos’n value is the video line where the top of the scrolling message will be placed.

  • Page 129: Setting The Colours For The Eas Crawl Display

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.14.6. Setting the Colours for the EAS Crawl Display There are three different levels of EAS messages – warning messages, watch messages and test messages. Each message typically has a different background and foreground colour associated with it so that the viewer will immediately know the severity of the EAS alert.

  • Page 130: Media Configuration Items

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.15. MEDIA CONFIGURATION ITEMS The MEDIA Setup menu controls all the parameters for individual logos and audio clips. Table 5-8 shows the items available in the MEDIA Setup menu. Sections 5.15.1 to 5.15.3 provide detailed information about each of the sub-menus.

  • Page 131: Setting The Logo Horizontal Position

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.15.1. Setting the Logo Horizontal Position MEDIA This menu item is used to set the horizontal position for the current logo. The position is referenced to the left edge of the logo. The range of values depends on video standard in use.

  • Page 132: Setting The Logo Display Time

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.15.5. Setting the Logo Display Time MEDIA This menu item is used to set how long the current logo will be displayed. Hold The range of values is 1 to 600 frames. The logo will automatically fade out after the Hold Time has been completed.

  • Page 133: Setting The Crawl Logo Repeat Count

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.15.8.2. Setting the Crawl Logo Repeat Count MEDIA This menu item is used to set the number of times that the text will scroll across the screen. Repeat Repeat:0 If you set the Repeat control to 0 the text will scroll continuously. 0 to 30 5.15.8.3.

  • Page 134: Setting The Crawl Logo Colours

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 5.15.8.7. Setting the Crawl Logo Colours There are two menu items used to set the text (foreground) and background colours of the crawl logo. For the sake of simplicity, only the menu item for setting the background colour will be described in the manual.
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  • Page 137: Playlist Commands

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer PLAYLIST COMMANDS Playlist files are created in Overture Playlist Editor OMM allows the user to build these scripts, which are compiled as “.ekp” files. Playlist scripts encompass the playlist functionality of earlier releases (one logo/one animation plus one audio together) therefore they have the same file extension.
  • Page 138 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer GPI’s can be configured to invoke playlist scripts. The user can set up a media name to associate with the open and close action. If you set the media name on a GPI configuration to a playlist script name, then that playlist script will run when the associated GPI is triggered.
  • Page 139 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer CHAPTER 7 TABLE OF CONTENTS HTML AUDIO SETUP PAGE ..................... 7-1 7.1. HTML SETUP PAGE ......................7-1 7.1.1. Main Index Page ....................7-1 7.1.2. WAV File Playout ....................7-4 7.1.3. METAR Setup Page ....................7-5 7.1.4.
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  • Page 141: Html Audio Setup Page

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer HTML AUDIO SETUP PAGE 7.1. HTML SETUP PAGE The Audio Setup for the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) is configured through an HTML Setup page. The HTML Setup page also allows the user to configure the unit to acquire METAR data for use with temperature logos.

  • Page 142: Figure 7-2: Html Audio Setup Page

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer If you select the Audio Setup button, a window similar to the following screen will be displayed: Figure 7-2: HTML Audio Setup Page LAYER: This represents the output audio channel for the embedded audio out. BLACK: This column configures the audio that is used when the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) is outputting black.
  • Page 143 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer AUDIOCLIP: This column configures which channel(s) the audioclip audio is to be inserted onto. Using this item you can also specify the desired mix levels for audio clips. audioclip layer is on top of the Black/Bkg/Fill/Audio Keyer layers, therefore the gain settings boost the clip playout and the duck affects the Black/Bkg/Fill/Audio Keyer layer.

  • Page 144: Wav File Playout

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer BEMB6R - group 3 channel 4 of embedded audio on the input video BEMB7L - group 4 channel 1 of embedded audio on the input video BEMB7R - group 4 channel 2 of embedded audio on the input video BEMB8L - group 4 channel 3 of embedded audio on the input video BEMB8R - group 4 channel 4 of embedded audio on the input video Silence...

  • Page 145: Metar Setup Page

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 7.1.3. METAR Setup Page METAR is widely used in the aviation industry to obtain meteorological data from airports. 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) can extract the temperature from the data and use it for temperature logos. Use of this feature requires a connection to the Internet.

  • Page 146: Set Time Page

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer POLL INTERVAL AT FAILURE: Enter the desired length of time the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) is to wait before trying to retrieve the temperature from the METAR server after a failed attempt. 7.1.4. Set Time Page The Set Time page allows the user to set the system Date &...

  • Page 147: Snmp Trap Dest Page

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 7.1.5. SNMP Trap Dest Page The SNMP Trap Dest page allows the user to configure up to 4 Trap Destination IP addresses. These addresses will receive Traps that are configured on the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) using VistaLINK® PRO.

  • Page 148: Proxy Setup Page

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 7.1.6. Proxy Setup Page The Proxy Setup page allows the user to configure the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) to allow outside access to the Internet. This may be required for METAR or RSS feeds. Figure 7-6: Set Proxy & DNS Server Setup Page Enter the Proxy Server IP address.

  • Page 149: Reboot Page

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 7.1.7. Reboot Page The reboot page allows the user to reboot the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) remotely. After the Reboot button is selected, the unit will reboot. The user will have to refresh the HTML page after the unit has completed its reboot.
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  • Page 151 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer CHAPTER 8 TABLE OF CONTENTS TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION ...................... 8-1 8.1. SPECIFICATIONS ......................8-1 8.1.1. Serial Digital Video Input ..................8-1 8.1.2. Serial Digital Video Outputs ..................8-1 8.1.3. Video Reference ..................... 8-1 8.1.4.
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  • Page 153: Technical Description

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 8.1. SPECIFICATIONS 8.1.1. Serial Digital Video Input Standard: 270Mb/sec SMPTE 259M-C, 525 or 625 line component 1.5Gb/sec SMPTE 292M SMPTE 424M (3Gb/s) 1080p SMPTE 292M (1.5Gb/s), 1080i, 1035i, 720p SMPTE 259M (270Mb/s) 525i, 625i Number of Inputs: 2 Background, 2 Fill, 2 Key Connector:...

  • Page 154: General Purpose Inputs And Outputs

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Serial Control Port: 9 pin female "D", RS-232/422 8 bits, no parity, baud rate depends on protocol COM D Port: 9 pin female "D", RS-232/422 8 bits, no parity, baud rate depends on protocol Selectable Protocol: Automation, temperature probe interface...
  • Page 155 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer CHAPTER 9 TABLE OF CONTENTS UPGRADING THE FIRMWARE ....................9-1 9.1. OVERVIEW ........................9-1 9.2. FIRMWARE UPGRADE VIA OVERTURE APPLICATION (RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE)........................9-2 9.3. FIRMWARE UPGRADE VIA TERMINAL PROGRAM ............9-3 9.3.1. Step 1: Transferring the File to the CF ..............9-3 9.3.1.1.
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  • Page 157: Upgrading The Firmware

    • Terminal program that is capable of Xmodem file transfer protocol (such as HyperTerminal). • Overture™ application (recommended). • New firmware supplied by Evertz. • Available Ethernet port • Available serial port After upgrading the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) with new firmware, all presets should be recalled using the Recall Preset menu item, the values for new features must be ...

  • Page 158: Firmware Upgrade Via Overture Application (Recommended Procedure)

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 9.2. FIRMWARE UPGRADE VIA OVERTURE APPLICATION (RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE) When updating firmware through Overture, Overture and the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) communicate with each other through Ethernet. Using Overture to upgrade the firmware is the recommended procedure as it is a simple 1-Step Upgrade mechanism.

  • Page 159: Firmware Upgrade Via Terminal Program

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 4. An upgrade window will appear. The user will then select the location of the BIN file required for the firmware upgrade. The bin file required will be “firmware_7825DSK2LG” for running HD and 5.

  • Page 160: Method 2: Copy Using A Cf Reader

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Figure 9-2: Transferring File in Overture 9.3.1.2. Method 2: Copy Using a CF Reader The user can transfer the "firmware_7825DSK2LG" to the CF using a CF reader. To transfer this file, remove the CF card from the 7825DSK2 and insert it into a CF reader. Once in the CF reader, copy the "firmware_7825DSK2LG"...

  • Page 161: Terminal Program Setup

    The “firmware_7825DSK2LG” file is put onto the CF, and boot2.bin is applied using the "upgrade" command in the serial prompt. 2. When you are updating the keyer unit firmware, connect the rainbow cable (Evertz part # WA-S76) to the four pin connector on the front of the 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) module. Connect the other end of the rainbow cable to the serial connector.

  • Page 162: Uploading The New Firmware

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer For example: EVERTZ 7700/1FC (64MB) BOOT MONITOR. MON8240 1.3 BUILD 163. COPYRIGHT 2000 EVERTZ MICROSYSTEMS LTD. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. flash ident 1015B AMD Spansion S29AL008D UPGRADE JUMPER PRESENT UPLOAD MAIN PROGRAM >...

  • Page 163: Completing The Upgrade

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 12. Once the user presses enter, the following menu shown in Figure 9-5 will appear. Figure 9-5: Main Menu 13. The user should type in the number 2 to initiate the unit to boot fully. The upgrade process will be completed and the unit will fully boot.
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  • Page 165: Gpi Scripting

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer APPENDIX A 10.1. GPI SCRIPTING GPI script files are text-based files that can be programmed and sent to your unit by Overture™. The syntax is important as the script represents programming code that will be executed when the allocated GPI trigger event occurs.
  • Page 166 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer • cmd voiceover_toggle(): This command will toggle the state of the voiceover function, if the state is enabled it will be disabled, if disabled it will be enabled. • cmd transition("video"): This command will enable a video transition setting the Preview Bus to the Program Bus using the transition settings specified either in the script or from the panel.

  • Page 167: Scripting Object Syntax

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Audio channel setups are handled as an object configuration: object bus_setup ("1") { object channel ("1L") { source = "AEMB1L" gain = 0 router = "1" } object channel ("2R") { source = "Silence" gain = 0 router = "none" } object channel ("4L") { source = "AEMB4L"...
  • Page 168 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer bottom source router mode offset threshold gain nonpcm line21_protect b_blanking Individual object constructs object bus_setup (“bus names”) object channel (“channel names”) source = “audio_source_name” gain = “gain_db” router = “1”, …, “12”, “none” nonpcm = “1”...
  • Page 169 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer object router() pgm_source = “bus_name” PRV_source = “bus_name” key_source = “bus_name” fill_source = “bus_name”  Values for bus_name are the same as for object bus_setup. key_source and fill_source are not implemented in the current version. object transition() type = “transition type”...

  • Page 170: Scenario Samples Sap Programming

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer object key () mode = “input” or “self” offset = “integer offset” threshold = “integer threshold” object misc () line21_protect = “1” or “0” b_blanking = “1” or “0”  Note: “1” to enable line 21 protect or b_blanking. 10.1.2.

  • Page 171: Bring Up A Trouble Slide Called "Trouble

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer 10.1.3. Bring Up a Trouble Slide Called “trouble” These 2 GPI scripts will fade out all displayed logos and stop all audio clips as well as invoke a full screen logo called “trouble” or a trouble slide. The slide must first be prepared in InstaLogo™ or Overture™...
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  • Page 173: Index

    7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer INDEX Connecting the GPIs ........2-9 Connecting the GPOs ......... 2-9 Connecting the Linear Time Code ..... 2-8 AFD Trigger ..........5-16 Connecting the Video Arrow buttons ..........5-4 Genlock Reference ........2-7 Audio Clips Outputs .............
  • Page 174 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer DSK ...........5-4, 5-5 Ethernet Connections ........ 2-5 FILL/B ............5-4 KEYER ............5-5 LOGO ..........5-4, 5-5 Features ............1-1 PGM BUS LOCK ........5-5 FILL/B PSU 1 ............5-5 LED ............5-4 PSU 2 ............
  • Page 175 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer Crawl Pause ........... 5-40 Storing ...........4-25, 5-31 Crawl Rate ........4-32, 5-39 PRESET Menu Crawl Repeat ......... 4-32, 5-40 Overview ........4-25, 5-26 Fade In Time ......4-30, 4-32, 5-38 Preview Bus Fade Out Time ...... 4-30, 4-32, 5-39 BKG/A Buttons ..........
  • Page 176 7800 Multiframe Manual 7825DSK2-LG(-HD)(-3G) 3G/HD/SD Dual Downstream Keyer SNMP Trap Destination ......5-16 TRANSITION Specifications ..........8-1 Button ............5-3 LED ............5-5 Control ............8-1 Electrical ........... 8-2 TRANSITION Menu EMI/RFI ............ 8-2 Overview ........4-21, 5-24 GPI ............8-2 Transparency ..........

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