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- Page 1 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Alta 4K unit USER MANUAL (V1.0) USER MANUAL References: ZEN100, ZEN200 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL www.analogway.com...
- Page 2 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Information contained in this document, in particular data, pictures, information, trademarks and logos are exclusive property of Analog Way and are protected by copyrights and other intellectual property rights. 2022, Analog Way, all rights reserved – 11/2022 Consequently, any representation and/or reproduction, in part or in full, is prohibited and would be considered a violation of Analog Way’s copyright and other intellectual property rights.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Contents USER MANUAL Disclaimer ......................9 Copyrights ............................. 9 USER MANUAL Warranty ............................9 USER MANUAL Liability ............................9 Force Majeure ..........................9 USER MANUAL Terms and Definition ..................10 Hardware Specifications ................11 USER MANUAL General safety instructions ...................... - Page 4 USER MANUAL Search bar ............................26 USER MANUAL Alarms and notifications ........................26 USER MANUAL Back panel shortcuts ........................27 Standby / Restart ........................27 USER MANUAL Online stream status ........................27 Device control synchronization ....................27 USER MANUAL Web RCS synchronization ........................27 RC400T synchronization ........................
- Page 5 USER MANUAL Quick HDCP ............................42 USER MANUAL Preconfig > Screens / Aux Screens ....................42 USER MANUAL Set Screens and Aux Screens ....................... 42 Aux duplication ............................ 43 USER MANUAL Preconfig > Canvas ........................43 Rename a Screen ..........................43 USER MANUAL Tree view .............................
- Page 6 USER MANUAL Input adjustment (manual image correction) ..................62 USER MANUAL Input adjustment using LUT Correction ....................62 USER MANUAL Input aspect ............................62 Input Keying ............................63 USER MANUAL Images and Library ..................64 USER MANUAL Library ............................64 Image formats .............................
- Page 7 USER MANUAL Screens menu interface ......................74 USER MANUAL Program and Preview .......................... 74 USER MANUAL Views ..............................75 Sources - Left panel ..........................75 USER MANUAL Layer selection ............................. 76 Screen layout editor ..........................76 USER MANUAL PGM and PRW buttons – Screen controls ................... 77 Transitions - Right panel ........................
- Page 8 USER MANUAL Multiviewer menu interface ....................... 91 USER MANUAL Sources - Left panel ..........................91 USER MANUAL Widget selection ..........................92 Multiviewer layout editor ........................93 USER MANUAL Bottom bar buttons ..........................93 Widget properties ........................94 USER MANUAL Widget position and size ........................94 Widget source - Assign content to a widget ..................
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Page 9: Disclaimer
The hardware has been modified by someone other than a certified Analog Way dealer. Liability Analog Way shall not be liable for any loss or damage, be it direct or indirect in regards to the utility or contents of the software or hardware, except to the extent provided by law. Notwithstanding the above, liability for indirect, special, incidental or consequential loss or damage that may arise in respect of the software or hardware, is expressly excluded. -
Page 10: Terms And Definition
RCS: User interface to setup and operate the Alta 4K. It is a web browser based Remote Control Software designed by Analog Way. Widget: Multiviewer item displaying one content (Input, Timer, Preview or Program Screen). Similar to a Layer but without visual priority, widgets are displayed on same level and cannot overlap. -
Page 11: Hardware Specifications
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 3 Hardware Specifications USER MANUAL General safety instructions USER MANUAL English USER MANUAL All of the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated and should be USER MANUAL maintained for further reference. Please follow all of the warnings on this product and its operating instructions. -
Page 12: French
USER MANUAL your device to electric shocks or other hazards. The internal Lithium cell battery is not replaceable. In case of problem, contact your supplier or Analog Way. USER MANUAL • OPENINGS: Never push objects of any kind into this product through the openings. If liquids have been... -
Page 13: Italian
USER MANUAL Si un des cordons d’alimentation est endommagé, débranchez-le immédiatement de la prise murale. Il est USER MANUAL dangereux de faire fonctionner un appareil avec un cordon endommagé ; un câble abîmé peut provoquer un USER MANUAL risque d’incendie ou un choc électrique. Vérifiez les câbles d’alimentation de temps en temps. Contactez votre revendeur ou le service après-vente pour un remplacement. -
Page 14: German
La batteria al litio all’interno dell’apparato non e’ sostituibile. In caso di problemi contattare il fornitore o Analog Way. • APERTURE DI VENTILAZIONE: Le apparecchiature possono comportare delle aperture di ventilazione, si prega di non introdurre mai oggetti o ostruire le sue fessure. - Page 15 Schrauben zu Stromschlägen oder anderen Gefahren für den Benutzer führen kann. Die im Gerät eingebaute Lithium Batterie ist nicht austauschbar. Im Falle eines Problems nehmen Sie Kontakt mit Ihrem Lieferanten auf oden au Analog Way. • ÖFFNUNGEN UND MUNDUNGEN: Die Geräte können über Öffnungen verfügen (Belüftung, Schlitze, usw.).
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Page 16: Spanish
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Spanish USER MANUAL Para comprender mejor el funcionamiento de este aparato, le recomendamos que le acuidadosamente todas las consignas de seguridad y de funcionamiento del aparato antes de usarlo. Conserve las instrucciones de USER MANUAL seguridad y de funcionamiento para que pueda consultarlas posteriormente. Respete todas las consignas indicadas en la documentación, relacionadas con el producto y este documento. -
Page 17: Symbols On Product Identification And Warning Labels
USER MANUAL incidente. La batería interna de litio no es reemplazable. En caso de problema, contacte con su proveedor o Analog Way. USER MANUAL • ABERTURAS Y ORIFICIOS: Los aparatos pueden contener aberturas (aireación, ranuras, etc.). Nointroduzca allí... - Page 18 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL www.analogway.com...
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Page 19: Environmental Specifications For All Alta 4K Models
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Environmental specifications for all Alta 4K models USER MANUAL • Product Weight: Zenith 100: 11,7kg – Zenith 200: 12,8kg USER MANUAL General: • Dimensions without rack mount and handles: W 440 x H 133 x D 489 mm USER MANUAL •... -
Page 20: Introducing Alta 4K
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 4 Introducing Alta 4K™ USER MANUAL Before setting up the Alta 4K for the first time, please read through all of the documentation to become familiar with its powerful features. The Alta 4K is an ideally tailored video production tool for mid to large- USER MANUAL size live event staging and fixed installation applications. -
Page 21: Monitor An Input Or Output On The Front Panel Lcd Screen
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Monitor an input or output on the front panel LCD Screen USER MANUAL All Alta 4K units can display the content of any input or output directly on the front panel screen. 1. Press the Monitor key. USER MANUAL 2. -
Page 22: Inputs And Outputs
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Inputs and Outputs USER MANUAL Input 1 & 2 are multi-plug (HDMI1.4 and 3G-SDI) with one plug being active. Input 3 & 4 (12G-SDI) USER MANUAL Input 5 (HDMI 2.0 with Loop) Input 6 & 7 (HDMI 2.0) USER MANUAL Input 8 (HDMI 2.0 with Loop) Input 9 &... -
Page 23: Power On And Off
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Power on and off USER MANUAL Start the Alta 4K USER MANUAL To start the Alta 4K unit safely and correctly: 1. Connect all inputs and outputs. USER MANUAL 2. Connect the power cable to the unit and then plug it into a mains socket. 3. -
Page 24: Using The Web Rcs
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 5 Using the Web RCS USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Fig. 4 - Web RCS Interface Web RCS is the main controller for the Alta 4K. It is embedded in all units and compatible with all operating systems. -
Page 25: Default Network Settings
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Default network settings USER MANUAL Connect a computer to the Alta 4K unit via LAN connection. Use a crossover cable if connecting directly to the unit or use straight cables if connecting through a switch or hub. USER MANUAL Tip: All connections should be done before starting the Alta 4K unit. -
Page 26: General Tips
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL General tips USER MANUAL Web browser features USER MANUAL The Web RCS is fully browser integrated and behaves like any web site. It manages browser features such as: USER MANUAL Previous page / Next Page Multi-selection of items using the Ctrl or Shift keys USER MANUAL Open in new tab / Open in new page USER MANUAL... -
Page 27: Back Panel Shortcuts
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Back panel shortcuts USER MANUAL In the top bar, click to show the virtual Back panel. Click the connectors to access their settings directly. USER MANUAL Standby / Restart USER MANUAL In the top bar, click then Standby or Restart and confirm. -
Page 28: Rc400T Synchronization
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL RC400T synchronization USER MANUAL 1. In the top bar, click USER MANUAL The sync statuses of the connected RC400T controllers are displayed. 2. Toggle Selection Synced to Server to enable / disable their synchronization to other control instances. USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL... -
Page 29: Dashboard - Device
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Dashboard – Device USER MANUAL 1. In Identification, enter a name for the device. 2. In Front Panel, USER MANUAL a. Set a Lock on all Front panel keys or only the configuration menu. b. Set the Keys buttons Brightness. USER MANUAL c. - Page 30 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 5.7.3.4 Change Web RCS password USER MANUAL 1. Go to the Dashboard > Remote Access. 2. In Change password, enter the new password. USER MANUAL 3. Enter the same password to confirm. 4. Click Apply. USER MANUAL 5.7.3.5 Reset Web RCS password from the front panel USER MANUAL...
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Page 31: Dashboard - Remote Control
- For more information about RC400T, see Appendix A RC400T page 131. - AWJ is a JSON based protocol developed by Analog Way for Alta 4K. AWJ is a bidirectional TCP API, it grants full control on an Alta 4K device and receives real-time status updates from the Alta 4K device. -
Page 32: Dashboard - Power
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Dashboard – Power USER MANUAL 1. Go to the Dashboard > Power. 2. In Mode, set Device switch ON or Device standby when connected to power or after a power failure. USER MANUAL Dashboard – Cooling USER MANUAL Caution: If the device temperatures are too high, the device will automatically shutdown to prevent damages. -
Page 33: Save The Current Configuration In A Slot
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Save the current Configuration in a Slot USER MANUAL 1. In the top bar, click , then Save / Load. 2. In the Save panel, click Current Configuration. USER MANUAL 3. In the filters, select the settings to save. 4. -
Page 34: Export A Configuration To The Computer
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Export a Configuration to the computer USER MANUAL 1. In the top bar, click , then Save / Load. 2. In the Save panel, select the configuration to export (Current Configuration, Slot 1 or Slot 2). USER MANUAL 3. -
Page 35: Alta 4K Concepts
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 6 Alta 4K concepts USER MANUAL This chapter only describes the general concepts of the Alta 4K product line. Detailed procedures are available in the next chapters of the document. USER MANUAL Inputs capacity USER MANUAL As indicated on the rear panel, Input 1 and Input 2 have a particular design (see Fig. -
Page 36: Zenith 100 Configurations Recap
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Zenith 100 configurations recap USER MANUAL The following table represents all possible examples using Mixing layers. These examples can be modified by switching outputs or replacing Mixing layers with pairs of Split layers. USER MANUAL Output 1 Output 2 Output 3 Output 4... -
Page 37: Images Management In Alta 4K
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Images management in Alta 4K USER MANUAL Alta 4K is different from LivePremier in its Image management concept. Image sources displayed on Program Screens are separated in two different sections: Background Images and Foreground Images. USER MANUAL Image Library USER MANUAL The Image Library is used to store up to 50 images in the Alta 4K unit. -
Page 38: Image Management - Quick Recap
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Image management - Quick recap USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Image Library Transfer and store up to 50 images in the Alta 4K unit USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Background Foreground USER MANUAL images images USER MANUAL Images Images Assign images to up to 4 Foreground Assign images to up to 4 Background... -
Page 39: Screen And Aux. Screen Layers
6.5.2.1 Mixing layers This is the default layers mode for Alta 4K units as well as most Analog Way products. This offers the most spectacular transition effects which made the reputation of Analog Way. Mixing layers allow cross transitions with both contents visible at the same time during the transition (seamless transition). -
Page 40: Hdr Conversion
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL HDR conversion USER MANUAL Tip: HDR conversion adds no latency. Alta 4K can manage inputs and outputs with different frame rates. In the same way, Alta 4K can also manage USER MANUAL inputs and outputs with different dynamic range profiles, including Standard Dynamic Range (SDR) and High USER MANUAL Dynamic Range (HDR). -
Page 41: Preconfig Menu
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 7 Preconfig Menu USER MANUAL The following chapters describe the Web RCS interface and the procedures via the Web RCS. For procedures via the unit front panel, see chapter 21 Control from the front panel page 105. USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL... -
Page 42: Quick Hdcp
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Quick HDCP USER MANUAL From Preconfig > System, quickly enable / disable HDCP for all inputs and outputs in the same page. Note: Disabling HDCP reduces possible problems when the content is not fully HDCP compliant. When output HDCP is disabled, HDCP USER MANUAL inputs will not be displayed anymore. -
Page 43: Aux Duplication
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Aux duplication USER MANUAL Aux duplication displays the same content on different outputs just like the same signal is sent though multiple plugs of the same output. USER MANUAL Tip: Aux duplication is possible even7 for outputs with different format and rate. USER MANUAL 1. -
Page 44: Set An Output Format
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set an output format USER MANUAL 1. In Preconfig > Canvas, select a Screen (if needed). USER MANUAL 2. In the tree view, select an output. The output settings are displayed in the right panel. USER MANUAL 3. -
Page 45: Canvas Type For Multi-Output Screens
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 7.3.4.2 Output pattern USER MANUAL Use Output patterns to test and control how outputs are displayed in Screens. USER MANUAL 1. In Preconfig > Canvas, select a Screen (if needed). 2. In the tree view, select an output. USER MANUAL The canvas settings are displayed in the right panel. -
Page 46: Free Canvas
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 7.3.6.2 Create a Grid canvas USER MANUAL Grid type, create a grid and assign output groups to corresponding cells to create the Screen canvas. USER MANUAL 1. In Preconfig > Canvas, select a Screen with multiple outputs. 2. - Page 47 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 7.3.7.1 Bottom bar buttons – Output position USER MANUAL In Free type, it is possible to use drag and drop in the virtual canvas to position the outputs. Use the bottom buttons to help positioning outputs in the virtual canvas. USER MANUAL All bottom bar buttons are On/Off Toggle buttons.
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Page 48: Advanced Output Settings (In Preconfig > Canvas)
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Advanced output settings (in Preconfig > Canvas) USER MANUAL Note: Output settings are applied to the selected output. These following settings are specific to outputs and can be used in all canvas types. USER MANUAL 7.3.8.1 Create an area of interest (AOI) USER MANUAL The AOI is a cropped area of the display in the output format. -
Page 49: Preconfig > Backgrounds
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Preconfig > Backgrounds USER MANUAL Preconfig > Backgrounds, create background sets for each Screen. USER MANUAL Background sets USER MANUAL A Screen is composed of one or more outputs. Assign Inputs and Background Images to these outputs to create background sets. - Page 50 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 2. Click in the top right corner of the virtual canvas to clear the background set. USER MANUAL Tip: It is also possible to select each output and press the Del key to remove the assigned content one by one. USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL...
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Page 51: Preconfig > Audio
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Preconfig > Audio USER MANUAL Preconfig > Audio, set audio routing. For more information, see 17 Audio settings page 97. USER MANUAL Preconfig > Quick Preset USER MANUAL Preconfig > Quick Preset, set the Quick Preset feature. USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL... -
Page 52: Set Quick Preset To Call A Library Image
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set Quick Preset to call a Library Image USER MANUAL 1. Go to Preconfig > Quick Preset. USER MANUAL 2. In Control, toggle Enable to activate/deactivate the Quick Preset feature. Note: Toggle Enable OFF and ON again to visualize all new changes. USER MANUAL 3. -
Page 53: Multiviewer
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 8 Multiviewer USER MANUAL A Multiviewer is an output displaying a user customizable selection of Widgets as display resources. A Widget is a Multiviewer layer containing a program, preview, input or timer. The Multiviewer can display up to 27 USER MANUAL Widgets. -
Page 54: Multiviewer Pattern
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL SDI settings Enable to scan the output display and filter only supported Pixel encoding modes Standard Compliance USER MANUAL supported by the display Auto or RGB Full (8 or 10 bits), RGB Limited (8 or 10 bits), YCbCr 4:4:4 (8 or 10 USER MANUAL Pixel Encoding bits), YCbCr 4:2:2 (12 bits), or YCbCr 4:2:0 (8 or 10 bits). -
Page 55: Multiviewer Adjustment (Manual Image Correction)
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Multiviewer adjustment (manual image correction) USER MANUAL Multiviewer > Adjustments, in Manual correction mode, the following settings are displayed: USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Brightness Adjust Global, Red, Green and Blue for Brightness (Global and RGB are cumulative) Contrast Adjust Global, Red, Green and Blue for Contrast (Global and RGB are cumulative) USER MANUAL... -
Page 56: Outputs
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 9 Outputs USER MANUAL Outputs, set the Label, Signal parameters, Patterns and Image correction for each output. USER MANUAL Outputs main screen USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Go to Outputs, the outputs main screen displays all outputs in a Grid view. The following information are displayed per output: USER MANUAL - Resolution... -
Page 57: Output Rate Synchronization (For Multi-Output Screen)
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Output rate synchronization (for multi-output Screen) USER MANUAL For multi-output Screens, all outputs must have the same frame rate. - If one output is set to a different rate, the other outputs will try to apply the same rate to their current USER MANUAL resolution. -
Page 58: Output Pattern
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL SDI settings Enable to scan the output display and filter only supported Pixel encoding modes Standard Compliance USER MANUAL supported by the display Auto or RGB Full (8 or 10 bits), RGB Limited (8 or 10 bits), YCbCr 4:4:4 (8 or 10 USER MANUAL Pixel Encoding bits), YCbCr 4:2:2 (12 bits), or YCbCr 4:2:0 (8 or 10 bits). -
Page 59: Output Adjustment (Manual Image Correction)
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Output adjustment (manual image correction) USER MANUAL Outputs, select an output. In Adjustments, in Manual correction mode, the following settings are USER MANUAL displayed: Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Brightness Adjust Global, Red, Green and Blue for Brightness (Global and RGB are cumulative) USER MANUAL Contrast Adjust Global, Red, Green and Blue for Contrast (Global and RGB are cumulative) -
Page 60: 0 Inputs
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Inputs USER MANUAL Inputs, set the Label, Signal parameters, Patterns, Image correction, Aspect and Keying. USER MANUAL Inputs main screen USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Inputs, the inputs main screen displays all inputs in a Grid view. The following information are displayed per input: USER MANUAL - Resolution... -
Page 61: Allocate Lut Resources To Inputs
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Allocate LUT resources to inputs USER MANUAL LUTs are used for specific dynamic range conversion or color correction. Alta 4K has a LUT resource allocation system for Inputs. Select the four inputs that will support conversion and correction using LUTs. USER MANUAL Tip: - Inputs 11 to 16 have their own LUT resources to support conversion and correction using LUTs. -
Page 62: Input Adjustment (Manual Image Correction)
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Input adjustment (manual image correction) USER MANUAL Inputs, select an input. In Adjustments, in Manual mode the following settings are displayed: USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Brightness Adjust Global, Red, Green and Blue for Brightness (Global and RGB are cumulative) Contrast Adjust Global, Red, Green and Blue for Contrast (Global and RGB are cumulative) USER MANUAL... -
Page 63: Input Keying
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Input Keying USER MANUAL Inputs, select an input. In Keying, key the content using Chroma Keying or Luma Keying. USER MANUAL - Use Chroma Keying to key a color (or hue). - Use Luma Keying to key a Luma level (or brightness). USER MANUAL 10.2.7.1 Set Chroma Keying USER MANUAL... -
Page 64: Images And Library
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Images and Library USER MANUAL Image management is separated in two menus: USER MANUAL Image Library: transfer images to the Alta 4K unit. USER MANUAL Images: assign uploaded image to image slot to be used in Background sets and Foreground layers. USER MANUAL Library USER MANUAL... -
Page 65: Transfer Images From The Computer To The Unit
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Transfer images from the computer to the unit USER MANUAL Note: It is possible to import only one folder at a time. Importing a folder of images can last up to 3 minutes per image if they need to be downscaled or compressed. -
Page 66: Manage Library From The Front Panel
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Manage Library from the Front panel USER MANUAL It is also possible to manage Library images from the front panel in the Images menu: - Download images from a USB drive to the Library (one at a time). USER MANUAL - Download images from the Library to a USB drive (one at a time). -
Page 67: Image Slots Settings
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Image slots settings USER MANUAL Images, click an image slot to open its settings. The selected image slot is highlighted in the USER MANUAL interactive slot grid and all image slot information is listed next to the image slot preview. - Click Images to return to the Images main screen. -
Page 68: Image Aspect
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Image aspect USER MANUAL Images, select an image slot. In Aspect, set the Aspect ratio. USER MANUAL Note: - The Aspect ratio replaces the image slot content and affects every layer using it. If needed, use crop at layer level in Live. - The Aspect ratio set for an image slot remains when changing the image source. -
Page 69: Formats And Edid
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Formats and EDID USER MANUAL Formats USER MANUAL Formats, create and manage up to 16 custom formats. Custom formats are very useful for LED wall USER MANUAL applications and non-standard display applications (ex: pixel frequency over 165MHz or Dual-link outputs USER MANUAL with single link formats 2400x700@60Hz). -
Page 70: Edid
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL EDID USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Fig. 20 - EDID menu EDID is a metadata format used by displays to indicate their preferred format. An Alta 4K unit receives EDIDs from connected inputs and outputs. -
Page 71: Set A Custom Format For An Edid
New AW EDID Editor AW EDID Editor is a simple and powerful software developed by Analog Way to create, edit and import/export EDID files in just a few minutes. Import the EDID file in the Web RCS to change the preferred format of any input and solve compatibility issues. -
Page 72: Lut Libraries
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL LUT Libraries USER MANUAL Libraries, manage Lookup Tables (LUTs). Alta 4K uses LUTs to instantly transform the colors of USER MANUAL an Input or Output according to a mapping table. The LUTs are separated in two types: USER MANUAL Conversion LUTs Used to convert the signal of an input or output (ex: SDR to HDR) -
Page 73: 4 Timers
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Timers USER MANUAL Timers are time-based contents to be displayed in the Multiviewer. Alta 4K units can generate up to three timers and three different modes. USER MANUAL There are three types of timers: - Current time USER MANUAL - Countdown USER MANUAL... -
Page 74: Screens / Aux
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Screens / Aux. USER MANUAL Screens / Aux. is the main page for controlling a show after all pre-configurations are set: USER MANUAL - Display content in layers in Screens and Aux Screens - Create dynamic layer transitions USER MANUAL - Transition Preview to Program USER MANUAL... -
Page 75: Views
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Views USER MANUAL Live menu offers a customizable view of the workspace for Screens and Aux Screens. 15.1.2.1 View filters – Top bar buttons USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Fig. 23 - View filters USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Toggle to lock all the Screens and Aux Screens. -
Page 76: Layer Selection
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Layer selection USER MANUAL This bar shows tools and all available layers for the corresponding Screen. Setting USER MANUAL Description / Setting selection name Toggle to include / exclude the Screen or Aux from USER MANUAL transition selection USER MANUAL Indicates the Screen audio mode. -
Page 77: Pgm And Prw Buttons - Screen Controls
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL PGM and PRW buttons – Screen controls USER MANUAL Click the button in any Screen to open options. USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Empty the layers content and keep other Clear properties for this PGM or PRW Screen USER MANUAL Copy layers settings from the corresponding... -
Page 78: Bottom Bar Buttons
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Bottom bar buttons USER MANUAL Use the buttons in the bottom bar to help setting the layers in Screens. Button Button description USER MANUAL Action buttons USER MANUAL Screen selection for transition (same as the Screen transition filter in the right panel) USER MANUAL Select all layers in the Screens selected for transition (indicated on the left side) USER MANUAL... -
Page 79: Layer Properties
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Layer properties USER MANUAL When a layer is selected, the following layer settings are displayed in the Properties tab: Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Select a content for this layer. Source USER MANUAL It is also possible to set a solid color for a background layer. -
Page 80: Layer Position And Size
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Layer position and size USER MANUAL 15.2.2.1 Set layer position with the layout editor USER MANUAL Layouts are predefined templates arranging layers automatically in one Screen. USER MANUAL 1. In Screens / Aux., click in the selected Screen to open the layout editor. 2. -
Page 81: Set Layer Opacity
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 15.2.3.2 Set a colored layer USER MANUAL 1. In Screens / Aux., select a layer. USER MANUAL 2. In Properties, click Source to show the corresponding settings. 3. In the Source dropdown list, select Color. USER MANUAL 4. -
Page 82: Set Layer Crop And Aspect
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set layer crop and aspect USER MANUAL Layer crop looks like a zoom effect and the content is resized to fit the layer. It is set for a layer and only affects the content used in this layer without changing the native content. USER MANUAL 1. -
Page 83: Set Layer Smooth Border
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set layer smooth border USER MANUAL Note: Layer border is only available for Live layers. Setting a smooth border without enabling Edge creates a smooth effect around the content. USER MANUAL 1. In Screens / Aux., select a layer. USER MANUAL 2. -
Page 84: Layer Transition
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Layer transition USER MANUAL The transition is the animations of the layers during Take. Each layer can be defined by an opening and a closing transition. The opening effect is triggered when the layer switches from one source to another or USER MANUAL when the layer appears on Screen. -
Page 85: 6 Memories
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Memories USER MANUAL Memories are used to save layers settings. USER MANUAL Master memory Saves/loads multiple Screen memories at once (one per screen). Screen memory Saves/loads the layers settings for one Screen. USER MANUAL Aux memory Saves/loads the settings for one Aux Screen. -
Page 86: Master Memories
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Master Memories USER MANUAL Save a Master memory from current Screens USER MANUAL Master memory is the default saving mode and can be used alone as it loads settings on all Screens. A Master memory saves the selected Screens in the current settings. Using Filters, select which Screens, Aux, Layers USER MANUAL and Layer settings to save in the Master memory. -
Page 87: Save A Master Memory From Existing Screen Memories
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Save a Master memory from existing Screen memories USER MANUAL Because a Master memory is made from Screen memories. It is also possible to create a Master memory by using existing Screen memories. USER MANUAL 1. In Screens / Aux., click the Memories tab in the right panel. -
Page 88: Screen Memories
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Screen Memories USER MANUAL Save a Screen memory USER MANUAL A Screen memory saves the selected Screen in the current settings. Using Filters, select which Layers and Layer settings to save in the Screen memory. By default, all Layers and USER MANUAL all Layer settings are selected. -
Page 89: Load A Screen Memory
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Load a Screen memory USER MANUAL 1. In Screens / Aux., click the Memories tab in the right panel. USER MANUAL 2. Select Screen mode and click Load. 3. If needed, enable Auto Scale to adapt the loaded memory to fit the Screen. USER MANUAL 4. -
Page 90: Aux Screen Memories
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Aux Screen Memories USER MANUAL Aux Screen memories work exactly like Screen memories but are stored in their own bank. Note: Screen memories can only be used in Screens and Aux Screen memories can only be used in Aux Screens. USER MANUAL Rename a Memory USER MANUAL... -
Page 91: Multiviewer
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Multiviewer USER MANUAL Tip: Go to Multiviewer after all pre-configurations are set. USER MANUAL The Multiviewer is an output displaying a user customizable selection of Widgets as display resources. A USER MANUAL Widget works like a layer and can display a program, preview, input or timer. The Multiviewer can display up to 27 widgets. -
Page 92: Widget Selection
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 17.2.1.1 Control counter timers in the Multiviewer USER MANUAL It is possible to run, pause and stop the counters directly in the source panel in Live > Multiviewer. USER MANUAL 1. In Multiviewer, open the timers source panel. USER MANUAL 2. -
Page 93: Multiviewer Layout Editor
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Multiviewer layout editor USER MANUAL Click to open the layout editor, a smart tool to place widget in the Multiviewer easily. USER MANUAL Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Columns & Create a custom grid Rows USER MANUAL Autofill... -
Page 94: Widget Properties
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Widget properties USER MANUAL When a widget is selected, the following widget settings are displayed in the Properties tab. Setting name Description / Setting selection USER MANUAL Enable: Toggle to show/hide the widget. USER MANUAL OSD (On Screen Display): View - Off: Hide OSD information. -
Page 95: Widget Source - Assign Content To A Widget
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Widget source - Assign content to a widget USER MANUAL 1. In Multiviewer, click a source icon in the left panel. USER MANUAL 2. Select a widget or make sure it is available for drag and drop. 3. -
Page 96: Rename A Memory
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Rename a Memory USER MANUAL 1. In Multiviewer, click the Memories tab in the right panel. USER MANUAL 2. Click Edit. USER MANUAL 3. Click in the top right corner of the memory slot to open the Label and Color fields. 4. -
Page 97: Audio Settings
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Audio settings USER MANUAL All Alta 4K units have audio management embedded in the device. They can de-embed audio channels from all inputs and re-embed on all outputs. With the addition of the optional Analog and Dante audio card, it is USER MANUAL possible to route even more audio inputs and outputs audio channels. -
Page 98: Create Custom Audio Sources
USER MANUAL Audio custom menu: USER MANUAL Channel receivers (Inputs, Dante IN and Line IN audio channels) are located in the left panel: USER MANUAL - Click to mute the selected audio channels. USER MANUAL - Click to highlight transmitter channels using this receiver channels and display the audio level. - Enter (or reset) channel labels (for Dante and Custom sources) USER MANUAL Channel transmitters (Custom 1 to 10) audio channels are located in the right panel:... -
Page 99: Audio Routing Concept
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Audio routing concept USER MANUAL Each output of the Alta 4K units can be routed to one audio source. Note: - In Multi-output Screens, outputs are used in the same Screen but can be routed to different audio sources. USER MANUAL - Follow audio layer mode creates an audio layer with properties saved in Screen Memories. -
Page 100: Route An Audio Source Directly To A Screen Audio
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Route an audio source directly to a Screen audio USER MANUAL Tip: In Direct routing mode, the Screen audio source is not saved in the Screen, Aux or Master Memories. Memories and transitions will not affect the audio content. USER MANUAL 1. -
Page 101: Set The Multiviewer Output Audio Source
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set the Multiviewer output audio source USER MANUAL The Multiviewer output audio is set just as a Screen output, it can be set to direct routing or to follow a selected widget as a reference for audio content. USER MANUAL Note: If the Multiviewer (Screen) is set to direct routing, the Multiviewer audio source is saved in the Multiviewer Memories. -
Page 102: Streaming
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Streaming USER MANUAL All Alta 4K units provides IP streaming functionality. The duplicate of one input or output video signal can be broadcast over IP to an online web service or to a private network. The Streaming functionality is separated USER MANUAL in two modes: USER MANUAL... -
Page 103: Stream To A Live Streaming Platform
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Stream to a live streaming platform USER MANUAL 1. Go to Streaming. USER MANUAL 2. In Configuration > Select, select Client mode and the streaming Destination. 3. In Video > Source, select the Input, Output or Multiviewer source to stream. USER MANUAL 4. -
Page 104: 0 User Maintenance And Troubleshooting
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL User Maintenance and Troubleshooting USER MANUAL User Maintenance – Air filter USER MANUAL Tip: For optimal performance, this air filter must be cleaned by the user regularly (once a year). USER MANUAL The Alta 4K unit is equipped with a removable air filter at the front of the unit. USER MANUAL Tools: Torx T20 screwdriver, duster or vacuum. -
Page 105: Control From The Front Panel
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Control from the front panel USER MANUAL All Alta 4K units can be fully controlled from their front panel. This chapter describes procedure to configure the device from the front panel without repeating explanations described in previous chapters. USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL... - Page 106 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Preconfig USER MANUAL Set the Operating mode USER MANUAL Go to Preconfig > Templates and select the operating mode of the device. The outputs are automatically configured to match the selected operating mode. USER MANUAL Mixer mode 2 Screens –...
- Page 107 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set a Screen pattern USER MANUAL 1. Go to Preconfig > Screen/Aux Configuration. 2. If applicable, select a Screen. USER MANUAL 3. Go to Pattern and enable the Pattern display on Screen. 4. Select a pattern and configure it if needed. USER MANUAL Tip: Make sure to keep all patterns disabled when they are not needed.
- Page 108 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set a Background set USER MANUAL 1. Go to Preconfig > Background Set Configuration. 2. If applicable, select a Screen. USER MANUAL 3. Select a Background set slot. 4. Select a Crop mode. USER MANUAL 5. In Content, select the source for the Background set. 6.
- Page 109 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set a framelock Output format USER MANUAL 1. Go to Outputs. 2. Select an output. USER MANUAL 3. Go to Format and select Framelock. 4. Select a format for the selected output. USER MANUAL 5. Select the reference factor (x0.5 ; x1 or x2). 6.
- Page 110 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Output Colorimetry and Dynamic Range USER MANUAL 1. Go to Outputs. 2. Select an output. USER MANUAL 3. In Colorimetry Correction, select the colorimetry (Auto, BT.709 or BT.2020). 4. In Dynamic Range, select the dynamic range (Auto, Standard (SDR), HDR10 or HLG). USER MANUAL Output LUT selection USER MANUAL...
- Page 111 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Select the active plug (Input 1 & 2) USER MANUAL 1. Go to Inputs. 2. Select Input 1 or Input 2 USER MANUAL 3. Go to Select Active Plug. 4. Select the HDMI or SDI plug. USER MANUAL Input LED blink USER MANUAL...
- Page 112 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL 21.5.7.2 Input crop USER MANUAL 1. Go to Inputs. 2. Select an input. USER MANUAL 3. Go to Image settings. 4. Go to Cropping. USER MANUAL 5. Set cropping values for Top, Left, Bottom and Right. USER MANUAL 21.5.7.3 Input image correction USER MANUAL...
- Page 113 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Capture an image from an input to the Image Library USER MANUAL 1. Go to Images > Capture. 2. In Capture from, select the Input or Output plug to capture. USER MANUAL 3. In Destination, select Library. 4.
- Page 114 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Extra USER MANUAL Create a Custom Format USER MANUAL 1. Go to Extra > Custom Formats > Create New Format. 2. Load from a template or other format to prefill the new custom format settings. USER MANUAL 3.
- Page 115 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Manage output EDID USER MANUAL 1. Go to Extra > EDID Manager > Outputs. 2. Select an output to display the EDID of the displays connected to the output plugs. USER MANUAL 3. Select an output plug to: a.
- Page 116 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set Quick Preset key to call a Master Memory USER MANUAL 1. Go to Extra > Quick Preset. 2. In Screen/Aux Select, select the Screens affected by the Quick Preset. USER MANUAL 3. Go to Settings. 4.
- Page 117 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Streaming in Client mode USER MANUAL 1. Go to Extra > Streaming. 2. Go to Destination. USER MANUAL 3. In Mode, select Client mode. 4. Select a destination to use. USER MANUAL 5. Go to Video, a.
- Page 118 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Services USER MANUAL Export device configuration to a USB drive USER MANUAL 1. Connect a USB drive on the front panel USB plug. 2. Go to Services > Device Config > Export. USER MANUAL 3. Select the settings to export (All is selected by default). 4.
- Page 119 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Firmware Update USER MANUAL 1. Go to www.analogway.com and download the latest Alta 4K updater. 2. Load the updater file on a USB drive (root). USER MANUAL 3. Connect the USB drive to the front panel. The Alta 4K unit automatically detects updater files on the USB drive.
- Page 120 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Live – Screen settings USER MANUAL Global Settings USER MANUAL 1. Go to Live > Global Settings. 2. In Work On, select to work on Preview Screens or Program Screens (this works the same as pressing USER MANUAL the PGM/PRW button).
- Page 121 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set the Live layer USER MANUAL 1. Go to Live > Screen X > Layer Y. 2. Go to Source. USER MANUAL a. In Live input, select the input to assign to the layer. b. In Solid Color, set the solid color displayed if Live input is set to Color. The default color is USER MANUAL black and the color is set in RGB values.
- Page 122 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set Aux Screen layer USER MANUAL 1. Go to Live > Aux X > Content. 2. In Content, select the Input or Program source to assign to the Aux layer. USER MANUAL 3. In Content Aspect, set the aspect (follow Global settings or Input settings, 1:1, Centered, etc.). 4.
- Page 123 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set a Stopwatch timer USER MANUAL 1. Go to Multiviewer (MVW) > Timers. 2. Select a Timer. USER MANUAL 3. In Type, select Stopwatch. 4. In Unit Mode, set the display mode (in Hours, in Minutes or in Seconds). USER MANUAL 5.
- Page 124 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Save a Master Memory from current Screens (to Screen Memories) USER MANUAL 1. Go to Memories > Master Memories > Save > PGM/PRW to Screen/Aux Memories. 2. In Screen/Aux Select, filter the Screens to include in the Master Memory. USER MANUAL 3.
- Page 125 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Load a Master Memory USER MANUAL 1. Go to Memories > Master Memories > Load. 2. Select a Memory slot. USER MANUAL 3. In Destination, select to load the Memory to the Preview or Program Screens. 4.
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Page 126: 2 Advanced Audio Settings (Via Front Panel)
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Advanced audio settings (via front panel) USER MANUAL Note: Some advanced audio settings are currently only accessible from the front panel menu. They will be supported in the Web RCS in a future version. USER MANUAL Audio internal processing rate USER MANUAL USER MANUAL... - Page 127 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set an input audio (Advanced mode) USER MANUAL In Advanced mode, each channel of the input has specific settings. 1. Go to Audio > Inputs. USER MANUAL The audio status of each input is displayed. 2. Select an input. USER MANUAL 3.
- Page 128 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set an output audio (Basic mode) USER MANUAL In Basic mode, every pair of channels of the output has the same settings. 1. Go to Audio > Outputs. USER MANUAL The audio status of each output is displayed. 2.
- Page 129 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set Dante output USER MANUAL 1. Go to Audio > Outputs. The audio status of each output is displayed. USER MANUAL 2. Select a group of Dante output channels. 3. In Level Meter, check the level for all the channels of the output. USER MANUAL 4.
- Page 130 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Set a Screen to follow the audio layer USER MANUAL The audio layer is an optional layer usable only for audio content. The Screen will use the audio channels of the content assigned to the audio layer. USER MANUAL 1.
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Page 131: Appendices
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL APPENDICES USER MANUAL Appendix A. RC400T USER MANUAL The RC400T event controller has been designed to greatly increase the level of operational efficiency and to give instant access to the crucial functionalities of the LivePremier, Midra 4K and Alta 4K image processors USER MANUAL such as screens, layers, sources and memories. - Page 132 To turn the lamp on, go to Front panel settings and enable Power on light. Note: For more information on the XLR lamp for RC400T, visit www.analogway.com or contact Analog Way support. A.a.c. Program/Preview key Press the Program/Preview key to toggle between Program and Preview modes.
- Page 133 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL A.a.g. RC400T rear panel USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Fig. 33 - RC400T - rear panel USER MANUAL The rear panel is composed of: - One power plug with a switch button - One Ethernet plug for network connection - One HDMI plug - One USB plug...
- Page 134 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL A.b.d. Control multiple units with the RC400T USER MANUAL When multiple LivePremier or Alta 4K units are enabled for remote control, the RC400T displays a new home page to select the device to use (by default, the active unit is the one configured in the first device slot). USER MANUAL - Press the Exit/Menu button on the Setting page to display the device selection page.
- Page 135 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL A.c.b. Layer selection USER MANUAL The RC400T has two modes for selecting layers. Layers Shows all available live layers in the selected Screens as BKG Layer, Layer 1, Layer 2, etc. USER MANUAL This mode allows quick selection of the same layer in multiple screens. It is recommended when programming shows with lots of Screens and Layers.
- Page 136 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL A.c.e. Set a layer position and size USER MANUAL Note: This is only applicable to one layer. If multiple layers are selected, changes will only be applied to the layer leader (first selected). 1. Select the Program or Preview mode. USER MANUAL 2.
- Page 137 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL A.c.h. Load a Screen memory USER MANUAL 1. Select the Program or Preview mode. 2. On the Selection area, press the LCD key of a row. The row is on Mode selection. USER MANUAL 3. Select the Screens & Aux. mode using the corresponding LED key. The row is on Screen mode. 4.
- Page 138 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL A.c.l. Save a Master Memory USER MANUAL Note: Saving Master Memories from the RC400T will always include all Screens, all layers and all layer properties. 1. Select the Program or Preview mode to save the corresponding Screens. USER MANUAL 2.
- Page 139 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL A.c.p. Button color guide USER MANUAL Button color Description USER MANUAL - Element, Source or Function is available and not selected Solid green - T-bar is disabled USER MANUAL - Screen, Aux or Multiviewer element is selected for edition and for transition - Master Memory is currently loaded USER MANUAL - Screen Memory is loaded in all selected Screens...
- Page 140 Note: - In the Web RCS, in Dashboard > Remote Control, make sure the connection with External USB Controllers is enabled. - The Control Box (SB124T-3) has been designed specifically for the latest Analog Way product lines. USER MANUAL The previous version, Control Box² (SB124T-2 designed for LiveCore products) is still compatible but some features are limited or not supported.
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Page 141: Contact Information
USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL Analog Way Inc. Analog Way SAS - Headquarters Analog Way Ltd Tel.: +1 212 269 1902 Tel.: +33 (0)1 81 89 08 60 Tel.: +852 2967 0428 3047 Summer Oak Place... - Page 142 USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL USER MANUAL www.analogway.com...
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