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Extron electronics Annotator 401 User Manual

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Signal Processor
Annotator 401
HDCP-Compliant Annotation Graphics Processor
68-2951-01 Rev. A
08 23

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  • Page 1 User Guide Signal Processor Annotator 401 HDCP-Compliant Annotation Graphics Processor 68-2951-01 Rev. A 08 23...
  • Page 2 Safety Instructions...
  • Page 3 Copyright www.extron.com © 2023 Extron. All rights reserved. Trademarks All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners. The following registered trademarks( ® , registered service marks( ), and trademarks( ) are the property of RGB Systems, Inc. or Extron  (see the current list of trademarks on the page at Terms of Use...
  • Page 4 FCC Class A Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. The Class A limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 5 Conventions Used in this Guide Notifications The following notifications are used in this guide: CAUTION: Risk of minor personal injury. ATTENTION : Risque de blessure mineure. ATTENTION: • Risk of property damage. • Risque de dommages matériels. NOTE: A note draws attention to important information. Software Commands Commands are written in the fonts shown here: ^AR Merge Scene,,0p1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C.0...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    SIS Configuration and Control ....36 Operation ............9 Powering Up ........... 9 Host Control Ports ..........36 Pairing the Annotator 401 to USB Extender Verbose Mode ..........36 Plus Receivers ..........9 Simple Instruction Set Control ......37 Front Panel Lockout (Executive Mode) ... 11 Host-to-Unit Instructions .......
  • Page 8 Inputs and Outputs ........67 Firmware ............67 Roles and Permissions ......... 69 Licensed Third-Party Software ......69 Equipment Mounting ......... 70 Mounting the 401 ..........70 Tabletop Use ..........70 Mounting Kits ..........70 Furniture Mounting......... 71 Annotator 401 • Contents viii...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Outputs: Two female HDMI Type A connectors 4K/60 4:4:4 hardware annotation processor with high-performance scaling — • The Annotator 401 allows a presenter to draw, point, or add text in real-time over live video and graphics presentations. • Dual HDMI outputs with selectable annotation, menu, and cursor visibility —...
  • Page 10 Supports IP network connectivity to multiple Extron USB Extender Plus Series • receivers — Using a Gigabit Ethernet switch, the Annotator 401 can support up to four receivers via an IP network. Supports USB 3.2 specifications and data rates up to USB 5Gbps, as well as •...
  • Page 11 Ethernet monitoring and control — Enables control and proactive monitoring over a • LAN, WAN, or the Internet. Built-in Web pages — Allows the use of a standard browser for monitoring over an • intuitive Web interface. Annotator 401 • Introduction...

  • Page 12: Application Diagram

    Extron Everlast Power Supply is covered by a 7-year parts and labor warranty • Application Diagram The following diagram shows a typical application for the Annotator 401. Extron USB Extender Plus R Twisted Pair Receiver for USB Peripherals POWER 1.0A MAX...

  • Page 13: Installation

    500 mA CONFIG ANNOTATOR 401 Follow these steps to install and set up the Annotator 401 for operation: ANNOTATION GRAPHICS PROCESSOR Turn off all of the equipment. Ensure that the video source and the output display are all turned off and disconnected from the power source.

  • Page 14: Connection Details

    — Connect up to thirty-two touchpanel devices (using USB hubs) or a USB mouse and keyboard to these ports. USB Ext port — Connect the Annotator 401 to an USB Extender Receiver via a shielded twisted pair (STP) cable.

  • Page 15: Remote Rs-232 Control Wiring

    Loosely place the included tie wrap around the HDMI connector and the LockIt lacing bracket ( While holding the connector securely against the lacing bracket, use pliers or similar tools to tighten the tie wrap, then remove any excess length ( Annotator 401 • Installation...

  • Page 16: Operation

    Next button — Allows the user to cycle through the submenus and to exit the menu cycle. Adjustment knobs — These two rotary knobs ( [ { ) are used with the menu navigation buttons to adjust submenu settings. Annotator 401 • Operation...

  • Page 17: Operation

    Pairing the Annotator 401 to USB Extender Plus Receivers Pairing the Annotator 401 to a Single Receiver The Annotator 401 does not work with a USB Extender Plus recevier until both devices are paired to one another. To pair the Annotator 401 to a recevier platform: Ensure the both devices are either connected to the same subnet on your network, or that the devices are directly connected to each other via CATx cable (see figure 7).
  • Page 18 Pairing/Tying the Annotator 401 to Mulitple Receivers Up to four receviers can be tied to one Annotator 401 using PCS. The devices must be connected to a network switch (see figure 8). The PC running PCS communciates with all USB Extenders via IP and makes ties via MAC addressing.

  • Page 19: Front Panel Lockout (Executive Mode)

    Pairing/Tying the Annotator 401 to the USB Maxtrix Controller The Annotator 401 can be configured in a USB Matrix switching application using a USB Plus Maxtrix Controller through PCS (see image on the right). See the USB Plus Matrix Controller Help File for details on how to add, configure, and upload the devices, and to create ties between the transmitters and receviers.
  • Page 20 Removes/clears all files from the unit. momentary press does not occur the password using PCS or Roles within 1 second. • Removes all password information and Permissions on page 69 to change the passwords using the internal web page). Annotator 401 • Operation...

  • Page 21: Front Panel Menu System

    Front Panel Menu System The Annotator 401 can be configured using the front panel menu system. There are seven configuration menus and an exit menu (see figure 10). The device can also be configured via SIS commands (see Command and Response Table for SIS Commands page 45), or via PCS software program (see the Annotator 401 Help File for more details),...

  • Page 22: Menu Navigation

    Pressing the MENU button within any level takes the user back to the current top level menu. • The unit times out and returns to the default cycle when no buttons have been pressed or knobs rotated. Annotator 401 • Operation...

  • Page 23: Quick Setup

    Image Reset Quickly sizes and centers the incoming signal to the output setting based on the input fill or follow setting. When executed, the user is prompted to push the NEXT button a second time to confirm. Annotator 401 • Operation...

  • Page 24: Input Configuration

    Auto Memory Allows the user to enable (On) or disable (Off) the auto memory. Default is On. HDCP Authorized Allows the user to enable (On) or disable (Off) HDCP authorization on the input. Default is On. Annotator 401 • Operation...

  • Page 25: Output Configuration

    • • User Image — Displays a user-uploaded image. To upload images, use the PCS software (see the Annotator 401 PCS Help File for details). Input AFL Allows user to either enable (On) or disable (Off) Accu-Rate Frame Lock™ (AFL).
  • Page 26 1080i 1080p 2048x1080 2048x1200 2048x1536 2560x1080 2560x1440 2560x1600 3840x2160 4096x2160** * = Default ** = 4096x2160 rates are only available for output resolution and cannot be selected for Input EDID. Table 1. Output Resolution/Refresh Rate Table Annotator 401 • Operation...

  • Page 27: Image Capture/Recall

    NOTE: The network drive and folder location can be configured via SIS (see Network folder capture/recall settings on page 57) or PCS (see the Annotator 401 PCS Help File). Capture Image Allows the user to save the currently displayed image to the selected location (chosen in the Capture/Recall submenu).

  • Page 28: Advanced Configuration

    To calibrate the panels: Touch the desired panel to start the calibration. A crosshair appears at the top left of the selected panel (see image on the right). Tap the top left crosshair. Annotator 401 • Operation...

  • Page 29: View Comm Settings

    Edit Comm Settings menu (see Edit Comm Settings on page 22 for more details). The default IP settings are: • DHCP • IP address 192.168.254.254 • Gateway address 0.0.0.0 Subnet mask 255.255.255.0 • Annotator 401 • Operation...

  • Page 30: Exit Menu

    Press MENU to save all settings and exit the Edit Comm Settings menu. NOTE: The Edit Comm Settings menu will time out after 30 seconds of inactivity and save all settings. Exit Menu Press NEXT to exit the menu system and return to the default display cycle. Annotator 401 • Operation...

  • Page 31: On-Screen Annotation

    If a USB touchpanel is part of the system, confirm the panel is supported by the firmware on the Annotator 401 by reviewing the full compatibility list available on the product page of the Extron website. If the touchpanel is not supported by the firmware, a supporting module must be uploaded to the device using PCS.

  • Page 32: Touchpanel Calibration

    The USB-A ports also support standard USB keyboards and mice. • Touchpanels should be calibrated before use. Touchpanel Calibration If a touchpanel is attached to the Annotator 401, touch accuracy can be calibrated. Refer to Calibrate Panels on page 20 for details on calibrating the touchpanels. Annotator Toolbars and Buttons The Annotator 401 output includes graphical toolbars for annotating.

  • Page 33: Default Annotation Buttons

    Menu Timeout on page 55) or PCS (see the Annotator 401 Help File for details). NOTE: All on-screen annotations are lost when power to the Annotator 401 is restarted. Default Annotation Buttons Pointer — Selecting this button changes the cursor to an extra-large arrow of the currently selected color.
  • Page 34 1 inch) and the normal view is restored. Pan — Selecting this while in zoom mode allows the user to move the focus to a new area. Place the cursor on a zoomed image and drag to the desired area. Annotator 401 • On-screen Annotation...

  • Page 35: Product Configuration Software

    Product Configuration Software The Annotator 401 can be easily configured using Extron Product Configuration Software (PCS). This section describes the software installation and communication (see the Annotator 401 PCS Help File for detailed control information). Topics include: Software/Firmware Installation •...
  • Page 36 Navigate to the folder where the software file was downloaded. Double-click the executable file and follow the on-screen directions to install the software. For firmware: To install via internal webpage, see Firmware on page 67 To install via PCS, see Update Firmware on page 35. Annotator 401 • Product Configuration Software...

  • Page 37: Connecting To Pcs

    Extron PCS window opens to the Device Discovery panel (see figure 27). Figure 27. Device Discovery Screen Select the Annotator 401 device by clicking on it to highlight it in the list ( Click Connect ( To edit the IP address: Click on the Edit button ( ).

  • Page 38: Tcp/Ip Panel

    ), enter the port number or leave the field blank. PCS scans for the port if blank. NOTE: Select the Show Characters checkbox ( ) to display the password characters. Click the Connect button ( ). A new devive tab opens. Annotator 401 • Product Configuration Software...

  • Page 39: Offline Device Preview

    A new offline device configuration tab opens. NOTE: The device tab (see the right Annotator 401 image) has a grayed out indicator (circle) to indicate that there is no device connected and the software is running in offline configuration mode. Annotator 401 • Product Configuration Software...

  • Page 40: Software Overview

    Software Overview NOTE: See the Annotator 401 Help File for details about specific software features, Figure 32. Annotator PCS Main Window Each PCS screen has a Device drop-down list for device configuration option. The Software menu contains software configuration and information options.
  • Page 41 About - Extron PCS Dialog Box Click the Details button (see figure 36, ) for more information. To display details about third-party software packages and associated licensing, click Licenses ( Click OK ( ) to close the dialog box. Annotator 401 • Product Configuration Software...

  • Page 42: Device Menu

    ) to leave the software open. Device Menu The Device menu contains options pertaining to device connection, configuration, and information. For details about these options, see the Annotator 401 Help File. • Disconnect — Disconnect the device from the PCS program and close the Device tab.
  • Page 43 NOTE: The connected devices must be connected via LAN. Annotator 401 Help — Open the Annotator 401 PCS Help File in a separate window. • About this Module — Open the About This Module dialog box, with the module •...

  • Page 44: Sis Configuration And Control

    • commands, use a secure communication utility that supports Secure Shell (SSH). Enter the Annotator 401 IP address where requested and use 22023 as the port number. • Ethernet over USB — Connect the host to the front panel USB config port (see figure 5,...

  • Page 45: Simple Instruction Set Control

    No response is required from the host. The device sends the following message when it is first powered on: nnnn‑nn (C) Copyright 2022, Extron Annotator 401, Vn.nn, 60- n.nn is the firmware version number. • nnnn‑nn is the part number of the unit.

  • Page 46: Symbol Definitions

    = H and V position (Five digit response (with leading “+” or “–“), 0 padding). Valid range for image: -32768 to +32768. Valid range for clock: 0 to +4096 (limit depends on current output resolution). Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 47 MAC address. X3( = Aspect ratio setting 1 = Fill (each input rate automatically fills the entire output raster) (default) 2 = Follow (each input rate is displayed with its native aspect ratio) Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 48 9 = Spotlight 3 = Highlighter 10 = Zoom tool 4 = Vector line 11 = Pan tool 5 = Arrow line (arrow appears at the endpoint of the vector) 6 = Ellipse Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 49 2 = Attached USB drive (only one USB drive can be connected) 3 = Network location (location must be configured or E25 error message is issued) X6^ = Input HDCP authorized 0 = Input HDCP Authorized disabled 1 = Input HDCP Authorized enabled (default) Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 50 0 = Disable (default) 1 = Enable 2 = Sync now X9( = Video output bit depth 0 = Auto (10-bit to sinks w/deep color support (interface/rate permitting), else 8-bit; default) 1 = Force 8-bit Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 51 X11* = Hardware (MAC) address: ( xx‑xx‑xx‑xx‑xx‑xx X11( = Subnet mask: ( ). Leading zeros are optional in setting values in xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx each of four fields and are suppressed in returned values. Default: 255.255.255.0 Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 52 Custom EDID/Output Rate #2 Custom EDID/Output Rate #3 * = Default output rate ** = Default custom EDID value *** = 4096x2160 rates are only available for output resolution and cannot be selected for Input EDID. Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...

  • Page 53: Command And Response Table For Sis Commands

    = Active lines: (Four digit response - padding.) Total lines View values Show the total lines for the input. TLIN Tlin1* Verbose mode 2/3 KEY: = Total lines: (Four digit response - padding.) Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 54 Decrement value Make image shorter. -VSIZ Vsiz X1&] View value VSIZ Show vertical size value. X1&] Vsiz Verbose mode 2/3 X1& KEY: 32768 = H or V size (Five digit response, padding) Valid Range: Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 55 .bin. Can include full path name. EDID file format is “.bin” carrying 128 or 256 bytes of binary data. = User logo: = No signal User Logo (Screen Saver) = HDCP Content User Logo Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 56 SIS or front panel menu. Disable network printer Disable Network Printing (default). E0PRTR PrtrE0 View setting X1)] View the current Network Printer EPRTR status. KEY: = Enable/Disable: = Off/Disable = On/Enable Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 57 Set auto memory off. Manual recall 1*0AMEM Amem1*0 of input presets needed to configure input. View setting X1)] View auto memory status for input. 1AMEM X1)] Amem1* Verbose mode 2/3 KEY: = Enable/Disable: = Off/Disable = On/Enable Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 58 = Cut — Immediately switch to black on loss or change of signal (default). = Fade — Freeze last frame on loss or change of sync and fade to black. = Low latency — Display the new signal as quickly as possible. Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 59 E1*0HDCP HdcpE1*0 View setting X6^] View the HDCP Authorized Device E1HDCP X6^] status. HdcpE1* Verbose mode 2/3 KEY: = Input HDCP Authorized: = Input HDCP Authorized disabled = Input HDCP Authorized enabled (default) Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 60 Fill0 (default). View setting X1)] View current fill setting. FILL NOTE: The fill setting applies to rectangles and ellipses drawn after the setting has been modified. KEY: = Enable/Disable: = Off/Disable = On/Enable Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 61 = On-screen menu timeout (default = )/Output sync timeout (default = -never) = Menu/cursor never times out/output sync is instantly disabled with no active input , in 1 second increments, = output sync never times out Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 62 1WHBD Whbd1 Enable blackboard Enable blackboard (OSD mute button) 2WHBD Whbd2 View setting X7@] View current setting. WHBD KEY: = White/Blackboard status: = Disabled (default) = Whiteboard is enabled = Blackboard is enabled Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 63 = OSD and front panel Capture/Recall File location: = Internal flash = Image Quick Capture PC = Attached USB drive (only ONE USB drive can be connected) = Network location (location must be configured or E25 error message is issued) Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 64 Images captured to the flash drive are saved in the “Images” folder. • Image stream duration varies based on the network speed. • Unit does not send out a tagged response until completion of capture to designated location. Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 65 = The network path for the desired folder. The IP address of the network server must also be supported if used instead of the server name. USB Driver Commands List user loaded driver files LUSBF <filename> <filename> <filename> Delete user loaded driver D<filename>USBF UsbfD•<filename> files Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 66 NOTE: When USB Network support is disabled, the Annotator 401 can only be paired with an Extron USB Extender Plus Rx through direct connection (not connected on the network). Also, virtual hub is disabled when USB Network support is disabled.
  • Page 67 = Sink or source detected but no HDCP is present = Sink or source detected with HDCP = Hot Plug Change/Detect: = Assertion (meaning a new sink has been connected) = De-assert (meaning a sink has been disconnected) Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 68 = Bright green (100%) = Dark grey (33%) 100000 000011 = Medium red (66%) = Bright blue (default) = USB/TLI Device ID: = All ports (only available for enabling/disabling USB device command) 1-32 = USB/TLI device Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 69 = Hardware (MAC) address: xx‑xx‑xx‑xx‑xx‑xx X11( = Subnet mask (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx). Leading zeros are optional in setting values in each of four fields, and are suppressed in returned 255.255.255.0 values. Default subnet mask = Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 70 Reset all device settings to Reset product-specific settings, ZXXX factory defaults including verbose mode, to factory defaults. Excludes IP settings such as IP address, subnet mask, unit name, and gateway address and passwords. Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...
  • Page 71 Restart the network after IP setting or 2BOOT Boot2 DHCP changes. NOTE: 2BOOT command is required after any changes are made to the IP address, subnet mask, DHCP, or gateway, unless the changes are CISG made via command. Annotator 401 • SIS Configuration and Control...

  • Page 72: Internal Web Page

    The Annotator 401 features an internal web server, displayed as a web page. This page allows you to monitor and adjust certain settings of the Annotator 401 via LAN or WAN connection. Use a web browser, such as the latest versions of Microsoft...

  • Page 73: Web Pages Panel

    Web Pages Panel The Annotator 401 internal web page (see figure 41) provides an overall, read-only view of the status of the Annotator, with some editable fields. Panels are: Device Info Inputs Firmware Device Status Outputs Roles and Permissions Network Settings Figure 41.

  • Page 74: Device Status

    In the Network Settings panel, set the IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address for the Annotator, and turn DHCP On and Off (see figure 45). Figure 45. Network Settings Figure 46. Network Settings Changes Annotator 401 • Internal Web Pages...

  • Page 75: Inputs And Outputs

    There is no signal detected. Firmware The Firmware panel displays the current firmware version and the date it was last updated (see figure 47). Update the firmware on the Annotator 401 from this panel (see Software/ Firmware Installation on page 27 to download the firmware files).
  • Page 76 NOTE: To revert to the previous firmware, the Run Factory Boot Code reset must be Reset Mode Summary performed (see on page 12 for more details). If the factory default firmware is to be used, that version must be uploaded again after performing the Run Factory Boot Code reset. Annotator 401 • Internal Web Pages...

  • Page 77: Roles And Permissions

    The Annotator 401 use various licensed third-party software packages during operation. To view details about third-party packages and associated licensing, click About at the bottom right of the default web page. The Annotator 401 License Information dialog box opens. Annotator 401 • Internal Web Pages...

  • Page 78: Equipment Mounting

    The scaler can be set on a table, mounted in a rack, or mounted under a desk or table. Tabletop Use Four adhesive rubber feet are included with the Annotator 401. For tabletop use, attach one foot at each corner on the bottom of the scaler, and place it where desired.

  • Page 79: Furniture Mounting

    (ex. : les multiprises). Furniture Mounting The Annotator 401 can be mounted under a desk, table, or podium using an under-desk mounting tray such as the RSU 129 and RSB 129, or the MBU 125 mounts (see the mounting instructions provided with the kit).
  • Page 80 Extron Warranty Extron warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty workmanship and/ or materials, Extron will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components, to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to: USA, Canada, South America,...

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