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- Page 1 RMV16 Series • RMV16-4C • RMV16-16C 1RU 16-Channel/3RU 64-Channel, 3G/HD/SD-SDI and Analog, Audio/Video High Definition, Multi-Viewer System User Guide (Software Release: V2.3.4) Part Number 821080, Revision E...
- Page 2 Wohler Technologies, Inc. reserves the right to change or improve our products at any time and without notice. In no event will Wohler Technologies, Inc. be liable for direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in the hardware, software, or its documentation, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Preface ........vii Introduction .............. - Page 4 Front Panel ..............8 Rear Panel ..............9 Specifications..............10 Features...............12 Pin Outs ...............13 Chapter 2. Software Basics ..... . . 17 Introduction..............17 Overview ..............17 Topics ..............17...
- Page 5 Modifying Multiple Viewports........... 43 Advanced Audio Sources ..........45 Audio Out..............49 Alarms and Adjustments ..........50 Adding Images and Labels ..........52 GPI Tallies ..............56 Dynamic UMD ...............59 Appendix A. Glossary ......61 Definitions..............61 Glossary ..............
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Page 7: Preface
Preface Introduction Overview The preface lists the new features and functionality for this release. Topics Topics Page Introduction What’s New? viii Alarms viii Linear Time Code (LTC) viii Timers viii GPI (General Purpose Input) Tallies viii 8 21 08 0: RMV 16 S e r ie s U se r G u id e ©... -
Page 8: What's New
Pr e f a c e W h a t ’ s N ew ? What’s New? In this software release, we have added four new features to enhance the arrangement and functionality of your viewer. Alarms You can now add both audio and video alarms. Linear Time Code (LTC) You can now either create a current date/time from the PC or from the program time code. -
Page 9: Installing The Hardware
RMV16 Series supports 3G/HD/SD-SDI and analog composite video input formats. The RMV16 Series allows for complete mix and match of various video standards to be displayed on the multiviewer at any given time as well as complete scaling/sizing of any display window for total flexibility. -
Page 10: Safety
Unplug the equipment during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time. Use of a cart is neither recommended nor approved by Wohler. 8 21 08 0 : RM V 16 S e r ie s U se r G u id e... -
Page 11: Safety Symbols
C h a p t e r 1 Installing the Hardware I n s t a l la t io n R e c om m e n d a t io n s Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing will be required under all of the following conditions: •... -
Page 12: Heat Dissipation
C h a p t e r 1 In s t a l li ng t h e H a r d w a r e I ns t al la t i o n R ec o m m e n d a t i o ns Heat Dissipation The ambient temperature inside the mounting enclosure should not exceed 40°... -
Page 13: Power
C h a p t e r 1 Installing the Hardware I n s t a ll a t io n Power The frames include dual, redundant, hot-swappable power supplies that connect to an A/C mains power source (100 to 240 VAC, 50/60Hz) through the IEC connectors on the rear panel of the unit. -
Page 14: Modular Design
C h a p t e r 1 In s t a l li ng t h e H a r d w a r e M o d u l a r D es i g n Screw in the rear panel connectors for each I/O card, locating input expansion cards in adjacent and lower-numbered slots for source groups defined by the output module locations. -
Page 15: Optional Cards
C h a p t e r 1 Installing the Hardware M o d u l a r D es i g n Optional Cards You can add any combination of the optional cards to either of the two models. Refer to Figure 1–2 through Figure 1–4 on page... -
Page 16: Front Panel
C h a p t e r 1 In s t a l li ng t h e H a r d w a r e F r o nt P a n el Table 1–2 below summarizes the connector types and quantities on each of the three cards. -
Page 17: Rear Panel
C h a p t e r 1 Installing the Hardware R e a r P a n el Figure 1–6 RMV16-16C-3RU Front Panel Front Panel Removal Tabs Fan Indicator Power Supply 2 Indicator Power Supply 1 Indicator Table 1–3 LED Color Definitions Color Definition... -
Page 18: Specifications
C h a p t e r 1 In s t a l li ng t h e H a r d w a r e Sp e ci fi ca t io n s Power: Both power connectors accept standard IEC power supplies. Air Vents: Outputs for the fans on the front panel. - Page 19 C h a p t e r 1 Installing the Hardware S p e c if ic a t io n s Table 1–4 Physical Specifications (Continued) Specification Approx. 18 lbs. Approx. 28 lbs. Shipping Weight (Empty) Approx. (8.16 kg) (12.70 kg) 32 to 104°...
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Page 20: Features
C h a p t e r 1 In s t a l li ng t h e H a r d w a r e F e a t u r es Table 1–7 below summarizes the analog audio input specifications for both the RMV16-3G-8GP and the RMV16-3G-16GPT. -
Page 21: Pin Outs
C h a p t e r 1 Installing the Hardware P in O u t s • Video and audio alarming and alarm parameters setup • Dual power supplies • 24/7 mission critical reliability Pin Outs Figure 1–9 below illustrates the DB-26 pin-out numbering schema for both the RMV16-3G-8GP and RMV16-3G-16GPT cards. - Page 22 C h a p t e r 1 In s t a l li ng t h e H a r d w a r e Pi n O ut s Table 1–8 RMV16-3G-8GP Pin-Out (Continued) Abbreviation Description GPI/O 01 GPI/O 02 GPI/O 03 GPI/O 04...
- Page 23 C h a p t e r 1 Installing the Hardware P in O u t s Table 1–9 RMV16-3G-16GPT Pin-Out Abbreviation Description Serial Interface - Receive Serial Interface - Receive Ground 8 21 0 80 : RM V 16 S e r ie s U se r G u id e ©...
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Page 25: Chapter 2. Software Basics
CHAPTER 2 Software Basics Introduction Overview Since an installer for the software component of the RMV16 Series multi-viewers is unnecessary, this chapter describes how to use the RMV16 software. Topics Topics Page Introduction Host PC Requirements Software Installation Running the RMV16 Software... -
Page 26: Host Pc Requirements
· 100 Base-T or higher recommended Assigning IP Addresses While each RMV16 Series multi-viewer comes with a unique IP address, your network administrator may want you to assign a new IP for each of your RMV16s. 8 21 08 0 : RM V 16 S e r ie s U se r G u id e ©... -
Page 27: Software Installation
Appendix B on page Software Installation To obtain this application, simply go to www.wohler.com, log in, and follow the pull down menus: Products > Video > Multi Viewer > RMV16. Click the Downloads tab and then click the zip file there. -
Page 28: Logging Into The Rmv16 Software
Logging Into the RMV16 Software Login to the web server using: : admin (case-sensitive) Username Password : wohler (case-sensitive) Figure 2–11 RMV16 Log In Dialog Either press Enter or click Login Scanning the Network If no players are found, the system will ask you if you want to run in simulation mode (Figure 2–12 on page... - Page 29 C h a p t e r 2 Software Basics Sc a n n in g t h e N e t w o r k Figure 2–12 No System Available This is provided for demonstration and training purposes. Simulated layouts may be exported with graphics and functional properties intact, but sources assignments will be generic at best.
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Page 30: Selecting A Player
C h a p t e r 2 So f t w a r e B a s ic s Se l e ct i n g a Pl a y e r If the RMV16 that you’re looking for does not display immediately, wait approximately 30 seconds (depending on the size of your network) for it to display all of the networked RMV16s. -
Page 31: The Rmv16 Manager Interface
C h a p t e r 2 Software Basics T h e R M V 1 6 M a n a g e r I n t e r fa c e • Type in the IP Address of an alternate player and click Rescan Note: In the event that the player you’re looking for still does not... -
Page 32: A/V Sources Pane
Creating a Sample Layout In this section we’ll walk you through all the steps necessary to create a new layout, save it, and then send it to the RMV16 Series multi-viewer to modify the content, size, and arrangement of A/V input sources. We assume you have already launched RMV16 Manager and have logged into the application. - Page 33 C h a p t e r 2 Software Basics C r e a t in g a S a m p l e L a y o u t Double-click the player for which you want to create a new layout. Figure 2–16 RMV16 Manager Player Selection Double-click the...
- Page 34 C h a p t e r 2 So f t w a r e B a s ic s C r e a t in g a S a m p l e L a y o u t When the drop down menu appears (2–17 on page 25) click...
- Page 35 C h a p t e r 2 Software Basics C r e a t in g a S a m p l e L a y o u t any group. The first eight audio channels display when VideoIn (BNC icon) is dragged;...
- Page 36 C h a p t e r 2 So f t w a r e B a s ic s C r e a t in g a S a m p l e L a y o u t Note: you can also right click on any viewport or element in the to display a properties dialog.
- Page 37 C h a p t e r 2 Software Basics C r e a t in g a S a m p l e L a y o u t Scroll back to the left side of the to perform the Editing Area modifications for Monitor 3...
- Page 38 C h a p t e r 2 So f t w a r e B a s ic s C r e a t in g a S a m p l e L a y o u t Figure 2–25 Saving the Layout Click the...
- Page 39 C h a p t e r 2 Software Basics C r e a t in g a S a m p l e L a y o u t Figure 2–27 Saving the Layout Notice that now the thumbnail for Layout #1 mimics the layout you just created.
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Page 41: Chapter 3. Additional Software Functions
CHAPTER 3 Additional Software Functions Introduction Overview This chapter provides additional procedures for modifying and customizing the RMV16 player display. Note: We assume you have executed all the instructions from Chapter 2 and that you still have the RMV16 Manager open. If that is not the case, execute all the instructions from Running the RMV16 Software on page 19 through the end of... -
Page 42: Using The Properties Dialog
C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s U s in g t he Pr o p e r t i es Di a lo g Using the Properties Dialog For this section, we’ll work on Screen 2... - Page 43 C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions U s i ng t h e P r o p e r t ie s D ia l o g Click and drag to the VideoInChannel1 Editing Area Double-click in upper half of viewport or right-click the viewport to display the pop-up menu and select Show Properties...
- Page 44 C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s U s in g t he Pr o p e r t i es Di a lo g Figure 3–32 Location Parameters values specific in pixels the location of the top...
- Page 45 C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions U s i ng t h e P r o p e r t ie s D ia l o g In the (under monitor display) field, type Board4 - Video In or whatever is appropriate for your viewport 1 - Channel 1 followed by the...
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Page 46: Clocks And Timers
C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s C lo c k s a n d Ti m e r s Clocks and Timers Date and Time Scroll to the bottom right corner of the... -
Page 47: Ltc (Linear Time Code)
C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions C l o ck s a nd T im e r s Figure 3–37 Setting the Date and Time Click Send and then close the dialog. LTC (Linear Time Code) For the sake of space, right click the clock you added and click Remove Drag the... -
Page 48: Timers
C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s C lo c k s a n d Ti m e r s Right-click the to display the dialog. - Page 49 C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions C l o ck s a nd T im e r s Figure 3–40 Time List Timer List Icon Timer List viewport After dragging the Timer List to the work area, click and drag the viewport so that all of the option icons at the bottom display (Figure 3–41 below)
- Page 50 C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s C lo c k s a n d Ti m e r s Figure 3–42 Time List Editor Click...
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Page 51: Modifying Multiple Viewports
C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions M o d if y i n g M u lt i p l e V ie w p o r t s When the dialog appears, click the timer from the Timer editor list that you want to assign to this timer, and then click Figure 3–44... - Page 52 C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s M o d i f y in g M u l t ip le V i ew p or t s Figure 3–45 Editor Tools Snap/Glue Strength...
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Page 53: Advanced Audio Sources
C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions A d v a n c ed A ud io S o u r ce s Figure 3–46 Editor Tools Advanced Audio Sources The RMV16 Manager displays up to eight audio level meters within each video monitor window. - Page 54 C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s A d v a n ce d A u d i o S ou r c e s From the pane, click and drag A/V Sources...
- Page 55 C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions A d v a n c ed A ud io S o u r ce s Figure 3–49 Audio Group Assignments Dialog dialog (Figure 3–49 above) Audio Group Assignments allows you to completely customize your audio level meters.
- Page 56 C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s A d v a n ce d A u d i o S ou r c e s Figure 3–50 Adding Stereo Audio Click...
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Page 57: Audio Out
C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions A ud io O u t Click on the icon to display the number of Channel Numbers audio channels in this viewport as shown in Figure 3–52 below. Figure 3–52 Displaying the Number of Audio Channels Channels... -
Page 58: Alarms And Adjustments
C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s A l a r m s a n d A d j u s t m e n t s Figure 3–53 Audio Out Left and Right... - Page 59 C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions A l a rm s a n d A d j u s t m e n t s Figure 3–55 Displaying Audio Alarm In each of the fields, use either the arrow buttons, or Duration type the number of seconds you want to enter for the alarm to stay on the screen.
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Page 60: Adding Images And Labels
Editing Area above the audio viewport. In the left pane, click Images Drag one of the Wohler logo icons to an empty spot of the Editing . Your screen should now look similar to the one shown in 3– Area 56 on page Figure 3–56... - Page 61 C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions A d d in g I m a g e s a n d La b e ls • not only shifts the viewport to the other Move to Screen screen, but it also places it above all others.
- Page 62 C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s A d d in g I m a g e s a n d La b el s Right-click the text area of the new label and select Show Properties...
- Page 63 C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions A d d in g I m a g e s a n d La b e ls Figure 3–60 Modifying the Label Now manually drag the lower edge to the top of the audio viewport.
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Page 64: Gpi Tallies
C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s G PI Ta l lie s GPI Tallies With this release, you can now drag and drop GPI sources to the monitor viewport, or you use the window. - Page 65 C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions G P I T a ll ie s Once the window displays, drag GPIO1 from the top of the left pane to the top of the GPIO section in the right pane as shown in Figure 3–62 below.
- Page 66 C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s G PI Ta l lie s Once the RMV16 Manager window redisplays, right-click the GPIO icon in ’s viewport and select Monitor 1...
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Page 67: Dynamic Umd
C h a p t e r 3 Additional Software Functions D y n a m ic U M D Dynamic UMD Double-click on any video viewport to display the Properties pane. Set the (0 to 127) using either the up and TSL Device Address down arrow keys, or by typing in the address. - Page 68 C h a p t e r 3 A d d it i on a l S o ft w a r e F un c t i on s Dy n a m ic U M D Figure 3–66 Viewer Display Monitor Monitor...
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Page 69: Appendix A. Glossary
Definitions Typically, the words that follow can have multiple meanings even before they are defined specifically for the RMV16 Series multi-viewers. Where appropriate, we have provided both the general use (typical) meaning of the word or phrase and the specific definition in the context of the RMV16 Series multi-viewer operation. - Page 70 A p p e nd ix A G l o ss a r y G lo s s a ry Table A–11 RMV Series Glossary (Continued) Term Definition General Use noun: the position or task to which something is assigned assignment RMV16-Specific Use Assignments are listed in each monitor...
- Page 71 A p p en d i x A Glossary G lo s s a r y Table A–11 RMV Series Glossary (Continued) Term Definition General Use verb: to assemble audio, video and graphics components noun: an act or instance of editing RMV16-Specific Use verb: in this manual, a multiviewer layout is the thing being edited...
- Page 72 A p p e nd ix A G l o ss a r y G lo s s a ry Table A–11 RMV Series Glossary (Continued) Term Definition General Use A representation of a visual or graphic form RMV16-Specific Use Images are (PC file) element types that you image can drag into the editing area as needed for...
- Page 73 A p p en d i x A Glossary G lo s s a r y Table A–11 RMV Series Glossary (Continued) Term Definition RMV16-Specific Use Only Layouts are the edited representation for a player output. Layout (# n): the numbered layout stored by the player.
- Page 74 RMV16-Specific Use The Wohler RMV16 Multiviewer Systems consist of input and output processor and I/O Multi-viewer card-sets, called modules, housed within 1RU or 3RU frames. Input modules expand the output modules' sources.
- Page 75 A p p en d i x A Glossary G lo s s a r y Table A–11 RMV Series Glossary (Continued) Term Definition General Use In computing: warm boot. restart RMV16-Specific Use A software-initiated reboot of an individual player. RMV-Specific Use Only : the RMV16 Screen 1...
- Page 76 A p p e nd ix A G l o ss a r y G lo s s a ry Table A–11 RMV Series Glossary (Continued) Term Definition General Use In computing, a window is a visual area used to display information and/or control a process RMV16-Specific Use RMV16 Manager...
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Page 77: Appendix B. Connecting The Rmv16 To A Lan
In addition to the Host PC Requirements on page 18, you will also need an Ethernet network cable to connect your RMV16 Series multi-viewer directly to the Ethernet port of your PC. Note: It does not necessarily have to be a cross-over cable; either one will work. - Page 78 Enter key to continue. Login Important: If you opt to change the Password You must remember it. Wohler has no way to remotely reset passwords. We strongly recommend you do not change passwords for this single-user system software (where passwords are hardly effective or manageable).
- Page 79 A p p e n d i x B Connecting the RMV16 to a LAN C o n n e ct i n g t h e R M V 1 6 t o Y o u r P C Click Apply Click...
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