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- Page 1 Short Form User Guide ISSUE 0.60 TRILOGY COMMUNICATIONS LIMITED 26 Focus Way Andover Hampshire SP10 5NY United Kingdom Telephone: +44 (0) 1264 384000 Fax: +44 (0) 1264 334806 www.trilogycomms.com...
- Page 2 Short Form User Guide The Copyright of the information and drawings in this document is the property of Trilogy Communications Limited of Andover, Hampshire and is neither to be reproduced in whole or in part, nor disclosed to a third party, without the prior written consent of Trilogy Communications Limited.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Network Audio ..........38 Control Panels ............19 Gateways and Routers ......... 39 Panel Keys and Tallies ........19 Tutorial 4 –Gemini Systems on Two Domains .. 39 The Panel Display ..........20 Configuration Changes ......... 40 Shift Mode ............20 Configuring a Gemini System for multiple Loudspeaker Volume ........ - Page 4 Appendix 7 – A Basic Introduction to GPIO ..56 GPI -> Route ............. 58 Route->GPO ............. 58 Route->Route........... 58 Appendix 8 – Introduction to SIP ......59 Appendix 9 – Comparison of Control Panel Facilities ............... 60 Page 4 of 60 Trilogy Communications...
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Page 5: Introduction
Fault Loop Alarm 32 IP Channels kHz audio performance is preserved both Aux – Beltpack DC Power internally and over a Gemini network of up to 256 ports using a proprietary High Speed Link (HSL) Gateway Configuration Editor using standard Cat 5 or fibre-optic connections. -
Page 6: Getting Started
PC that runs the Gateway configurations software. Type the IP address of the Gemini Matrix in the address bar and, if all the IP addresses have been entered correctly, a status page will be displayed. - Page 7 “EDHS” address of 0.1.1 (EDHS, and the relevance of this, will be explained later). At this point, the Gemini System is installed, connected and operational. Should it NOT be operational, a short troubleshooting guide is available as Appendix 1.
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Page 8: Introduction To Gateway, The System Configuration Editor
“locking” to prevent two clients attempting to change data at the same time. In the context of Gemini, “clients” include the Gemini configuration editor itself as well as the Gemini matrices and any soft panels in use. -
Page 9: Gateway Operational Methodology
Click to launch the “Active Clients” tools. “Standard” editors cover the majority of day-to-day window to connect to Gemini activities for a system that is already configured and running system. The colour shows if the on- “Advanced” editors are needed during initial system screen configuration has changed. - Page 10 These will be explained as necessary in the later section An example of “radio buttons” describing the configuration of a simple Gemini system. You can also right-click within many forms to call up a selection list.
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Page 11: Tutorial 1: Configuring A Simple System
IP network,, as well as the High Speed of this guide, means: Link, it is necessary to have a numbering system within Gemini that uniquely identifies A single Gemini matrix, or host in a single all these elements. domain No HSL audio connections ... -
Page 12: Configuration - First Steps
Since this configuration only requires a single avoid error messages in the meantime. Gemini mattrix, Host 1.2 can be deleted if required by selecting the row it is shown on and clicking the “minus” button, which looks like this... - Page 13 Once confirmed, the IP address entered will also appear next to the host in the grid view. The final step is to make sure that the Gemini Matrix itself is configured with the correct number of ports, of the correct type. You will need to refer...
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Page 14: Subscribers
Short Form User Guide Subscribers Single click the host (Gemini Matrix1 in this example) in the tree view to launch the standard subscriber editor. Click in the Type field for every port of your matrix and select the correct type from the drop down menu, according to your installation. -
Page 15: Panel Editor
Drag and drop within the panel editor Dialogue box, then selection from lists. This is selected by clicking within the KEY LABEL area to cause the “ellipsis” button displayed, then clicking the button to show the dialogue. Page 15 of 60 Trilogy Communications... - Page 16 Key Types making a speak route only for the Gemini offers an array of key types, all duration of the keypress. The upwards of which may be selected from the and downwards action of a lever-action dialogue that pops up.
- Page 17 At this point, the Configuration, although basic, is functional and will work. Before learning about more advanced functionality we will upload the configuration to the Gemini Matrix and run it, to make sure it works. Page 17 of 60...
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Page 18: Upload And Restart The Configuration
Gemini system. completed, rather than having to confirm it each time. The configuration created during the tutorial is available... -
Page 19: Control Panels
700-45-00B 8 button vacuum fluorescent Panel Keys and Tallies display, 1U panel. All keys on panels connected to the Gemini system 700-46-00B 10 button, LC key, 1U panel. are configured on a key-by-key basis, using the 700-37-00 30 button, 2U touch-screen ... -
Page 20: The Panel Display
This allows the user to adjust the listening level of the source audio to a preferred level. The REN is also used during locally assignable functions. Page 20 of 60 Trilogy Communications... -
Page 21: Assignable Features
RLD> This option Reloads the panel’s key assignments back those originally configured from the Gateway editor. ME?> Displays the panel name as assigned in the Gateway editor. EXIT> Exit the key assignment menu. Page 21 of 60 Trilogy Communications... -
Page 22: Cut' Switch Features
On the rear of the standard Trilogy panel range are connectors to allow access to extra features within the panel. These include local logic inputs and outputs, footswitch connection and audio inputs and outputs. Please refer to the Gemini Implementation Guide for further details. Page 22 of 60... -
Page 23: Tutorial Two - Understanding More Complex Functions
4-wires declared. It Matrix 1) with an IP address that was created during Tutorial 1 and is available on matches the Gemini matrix of your the product CD as “Tutorial2_start.trilogy”, or you system may create it following the list on the right. -
Page 24: Groups
Short Form User Guide Groups A Gemini Group is a convenient method of providing “one-to-many” communication: the ability speak multiple destinations simultaneously from a single panel key. Groups can also be used to listen to multiple sources (“many-to-one”) and, if wished, “many-to- many”... - Page 25 Director’s panel to all 7 other used to listen to 4-wires rather than panels of course. subscribers added as targets. If wished, you can upload this configuration and restart the Gemini Matrix to see the Group in operation. Page 25 of 60 Trilogy Communications...
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Page 26: Conferences, And Production Talkback
Short Form User Guide Conferences, and Production Talkback A Gemini Conference is a convenient method of providing “many-to-many” communication: the ability for multiple panel operators to speak and/or listen to many 4-wires and for panel operators to communicate with each other simultaneously, using a single key per panel. -
Page 27: Production Talkback Conference - Operation
Return to the Basic Conference Editor by single clicking on the PTB conference in the tree view, and you will observe that all the panels are now listed in the Panel Members window, and their speak/listen modes are displayed. Page 27 of 60 Trilogy Communications... - Page 28 Floor Manager (4-wire) can only listen to PTB, whereas Programme Sound is simply a permanent contributor to PTB If wished, you can upload this configuration and restart the Gemini Matrix to see the Conference in operation. Page 28 of 60 Trilogy Communications...
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Page 29: Ifbs
IFBs are often daunting at first, so we will configure this IFB and then explain how it will operate in practice. Page 29 of 60 Trilogy Communications... - Page 30 Interrupts as Director (DIR) and Sound (SND) – you will need to choose the Add Interrupt option when adding them, rather than GPI or Change the level of the Director’s interrupt to Level 2 Page 30 of 60 Trilogy Communications...
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Page 31: What Does This All Mean
Director was speaking. Best practice is to target keys directly at the If wished, you can upload this configuration and IFB. restart the Gemini Matrix to see the IFB in actual operation. Page 31 of 60 Trilogy Communications... -
Page 32: Dimming
Dimming Locations Gemini uses Dimming Locations to deal with the Mirror dimming. This term is derived from the complex scenario where 3 or more panels are traditional crosspoint diagrams that were used to depict causing the howlround condition. - Page 33 Short Form User Guide The following rules apply to Dimming Locations: Panels within a Dimming Location must all belong to the same Gemini matrix Master A panel may only belong to 1 Dimming Non - Master Location Location Location;...
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Page 34: Configuring A System With More Than One Matrix34
Tutorial 1, to gain a thorough understanding of the configuration of a simple single-matrix Gemini system as well as the Gateway editor itself. Introduction to Systems With More Than One Gemini Matrix Network High Speed Link (HSL) Gemini is designed to connect to any 10/100base-... -
Page 35: Tutorial 3 -Creating A Gemini Ring
2 matrices. elements – individual Gemini matrices, perhaps installed over several sites, with a Both Gemini Matrices should have had their IP large number of control panels and other address configured as described in Tutorial 1, and audio devices – with the added complexity of... -
Page 36: Configuration Changes
check that the Director panel can speak to H2S1 and vice versa. The two-matrix Gemini System is now operational. The configuration created in this tutorial is available on the product CD as Tutorial3_finished.trilogy Page 36 of 60 Trilogy Communications... -
Page 37: Configuring A Multi-Site System
Gateway configuration and database software is installed. The PC or laptop that has the Gateway software, and the Gemini matrices, should be connected to an IP Network. It is highly recommended that you complete both... -
Page 38: Network
37.5ms. audio compression codecs along with control of Pros: very high compression whilst the way the audio is carried in an IP packet. Gemini maintaining high quality audio. provides 20 preset “coding profiles” that combine Cons: computationally intensive; 37.5ms these parameters to provide a specific IP payload, encoding delay. -
Page 39: Gateways And Routers
Gateways and Routers Gemini Matrices in earlier tutorials were on the same IP subnet – the IP addresses were in the same “range”. This means in practice that the network devices readily “see” each other. A network message may be sent out directly to the destination IP address, and the network switching topology allows it to reach its intended destination with ease. -
Page 40: Configuration Changes
Director panel can speak to is the first host of this domain. H3S1 and vice versa The two-site matrix Gemini System is now operational. The configuration created in this tutorial is available on the product CD as Tutorial4_finished.trilogy Page 40 of 60... -
Page 41: Configuring A Gemini System For Multiple Administrators
Configuring a Gemini System for Multiple Administrators Introduction The default set-up for a system using Gemini and Gateway is for a single system administrator to have overall control of the configuration management, whether this consists of a single Gemini frame, or multiple frames arranged in a complex network. - Page 42 (see image above). Repeat this process for the Studio A and Studio B administrators and un-check the permission boxes for each one as appropriate. These are shown after adjustment (below) for Studio A. Page 42 of 60 Trilogy Communications...
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Page 43: Creating Administrators
The screen below shows six new administrators -- they are not currently assigned to any roles. Page 43 of 60 Trilogy Communications... -
Page 44: Associating Roles And Administrators
The screen below shows the six administrators who have now been assigned to specific roles in the configuration of the Gemini network. The number in the centre of each roll circle indicates the number of administrators currently assigned to that role. Position the mouse cursor over the centre of the circle to see a list of the names of current administrators in that role. -
Page 45: Non-Disruptive Changes
Non-Disruptive Changes Introduction In previous sections we have discussed the mechanism for making changes and updates to the Gemini configuration. To re-cap, changes are made using the Gateway configuration editor and then uploaded to any connected Gemini and Mercury hosts. The upload process is non-disruptive: that is, there is no effect whatsoever on the operation of the system, control panels or currently active conversations. - Page 46 Short Form User Guide The disc is blue, indicating that the The barrel is green, indicating that the configuration seen in Gemini has been saved configuration seen in Gateway is “in sync” to disc. with that running on the Gemini system.
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Page 47: Appendix 1 - Basic Troubleshooting
Short Form User Guide Appendix 1 – Basic Troubleshooting This appendix provides a few basic tips should initial attempts to prove a Gemini system operational not be successful. Check that the Gemini unit is powered up, and has an Ethernet cable plugged in. Obvious, but worth checking. -
Page 48: Appendix 2 - Key Types
Short Form User Guide Appendix 2 – Key Types The key types available in the Gemini System are as follows. Key Type Description Operates as a latching speak key if you briefly press the key, otherwise it is a momentary speak, making a speak route only for the duration of the keypress. -
Page 49: Appendix 3 - Interfacing To Mercury
Gemini which uses 48kHz sampling to provide full broadcast quality. Mercury offers a number of host types: The “Mercury Interface Unit” or MIU. The MIU, a rack mounted 2U chassis, is similar to the Gemini Matrix in some ways, in that it can accept a variety of I/O modules. Those currently available are: Audio Expansion Board (“AEB”) providing 8 channels of analogue audio, along with data... -
Page 50: Appendix 4 - Soft Panels
The Virtual Panel, or “VP” provides a control panel functionality from a PC. It can make use of a Mercury PCI card, or USB device, or it can be a panel declared as a Gemini matrix subscriber. Audio I/O can be from the 3.5mm headset jacks on a PCI card or USB interface box, from a 4-wire port of a Gemini matrix, or from the headset connector on the front of the Gemini matrix itself. -
Page 51: Patch Panels
Advanced Panel Editor must be used to configure path panels). The Patch Panel itself allows the operator to choose which sources and destinations are displayed, as required, and routes may be created on demand. Currently made routes are displayed on the panel. Page 51 of 60 Trilogy Communications... -
Page 52: Appendix 5 - Pots Telephony
Appendix 5 - POTS Telephony Gemini uses a Mercury host to provide POTS telephony functionality. As described in Appendix 3 - Interfacing to Mercury, Gateway is used to declare Mercury hosts, as well as the Telephone Expansion Boards (TEBs) that are fitted to it, in the same manner as for a Gemini Matrix. - Page 53 SIP Introduction If no DTMF is detected within a few seconds, the incoming call is routed to any panel with a key targeting the phone line in questions. Page 53 of 60 Trilogy Communications...
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Page 54: Appendix 6 - Commander/Orator
Appendix 6 - Commander/Orator Interfacing a Commander or Orator system to Gemini is relatively straightforward. It is covered in depth in the full System Guide; what follows is a brief summary of the steps that are required. A configuration called “Commander Interfacing.trilogy”... - Page 55 Note that these ports will now show in the subscriber list for the MIU. Commander ports (subscribers) can now be assigned to Gemini panels in the same manner as any other Gemini subscriber type Page 55 of 60 Trilogy Communications...
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Page 56: Appendix 7 - A Basic Introduction To Gpio
Short Form User Guide Appendix 7 – A Basic Introduction to GPIO The Gemini Matrix is fitted with a GPIO (General Refer to the Implementation Guide for electrical Purpose Input/Output) module, equipped with and installation information, etc. 16 General Purpose Inputs (GPIs) – a ... - Page 57 Once the routes are declared, the Basic GPIO Processes editor is used to define the GPIO functionality. The following 3 examples are available in a configuration on the product CD called “GPIO Functionality.trilogy”. These statements are described below. Page 57 of 60 Trilogy Communications...
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Page 58: Gpi -> Route
If GPI GII-0.1.1:1 is ON (i.e. asserted) the route CAMO1 to PTB is to be MADE and GPO GIO-0.1.1:1 is to be MADE (i.e. asserted). The responsibility for this action rests with Gemini Matrix1 This type of function might be used if CAM01 has a push-to-talk switch which, when pressed, is required to make an audio route from the camera to the production talkback conference. -
Page 59: Appendix 8 - Introduction To Sip
Appendix 5 - POTS Telephony. It is recommended that you read that Appendix before continuing here Gemini handles SIP calls in exactly the same was as SIP stands for “Session Initiation Protocol, it handles FXO/FXS/E&M telephone calls – the... -
Page 60: Appendix 9 - Comparison Of Control Panel Facilities
†1 – Panels originally purchased to operate with Commander or Orator may be factory converted to operate with Gemini. Other panels shown above may be converted on site †2 – Destailed information on the audio facilities available from this model is provided in the Implementation Guide.
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