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  • Page 1 version 4.00 USER MANUAL MatriX...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    THANK YOU Thank you for choosing Analog Way. By following these simple steps, you should be able to operate the powerful Smart MatriX (SMX200). TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION 1-1. SMART MATRIX OPERATING MODE 1-2. USEFUL TERMS AND DEFINITIONS HARDWARE INSTALLATION 2-1.
  • Page 4 OPERATING THE Smart MatriX 4-1. THE Smart MatriX FRONT PANEL Overview On/Off button Menu screen Menu scroll knob Control section 4-2. THE Smart MatriX MENU Menu navigation Home menu 4-3. WORKING WITH THE Smart MatriX Operating modes Reseting default values Smart MatriX color codes •...
  • Page 5 HOME MENU REMOTE CONTROL SOFTWARE 5-1. THE Smart MatriX RCS RCS presentation How to use the RCS Software installation Software overview Serial connection Ethernet connection 5-2. WORKING WITH THE RCS Source input configuration Source output configuration Working with PIPs PIP configuration Working with Frames Memorizing Frames Working with Logos...
  • Page 6 EXAMPLES AND TIPS 7-1. ABOUT EXAMPLES 7-2. EXAMPLES 7-3. EXTERNAL PROGRAMMING WARRANTY AND SERVICES INFORMATION 8-1. ANALOG WAY LIMITED WARRANTY 8-2. SERVICES AND RMA CONTACT INFORMATION HOW TO CONTACT US INFORMATION ON DISPOSAL...

  • Page 7: Introduction

    1-1. THE SMART MATRIX OPERATING MODE Before you start setting up your Smart MatriX (SMX200) for the first time, be sure you know what you actually want to do with it. The Smart MatriX offers one operating mode, which results in a versatile video production tool for live event staging and fixed installation applications.

  • Page 8: Useful Terms And Definitions

    1-2. USEFUL TERMS AND DEFINITIONS BACKGROUND: a “Background” is a source, typically originating from a computer. Smart MatriX enables you to work with live or still (frame) background sources - visually in back of all other sources. LAYER: a “Layer” is an image display element (such as a PIP window, Key, Logo(s) or Background) that has an associated visual priority —...

  • Page 9: Hardware Installation

    HARDWARE INSTALLATION 2-1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: All of the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated and should be maintained for further reference. Please follow all of the warnings on this product and its operating instructions. •...
  • Page 10 INSTRUCTIONS DE SECURITE Afin de mieux comprendre le fonctionnement de cet appareil nous vous conseillons de bien lire toutes les consignes de sécurité et de fonctionnement de l’appareil avant utilisation. Conservez les instructions de sécurité et de fonctionnement afin de pouvoir les consulter ultérieurement. Respectez toutes les consignes marquées dans la documentation, sur le produit et sur ce document.
  • Page 11 INSTRUZIONI DI SECUREZZA Allo scopo di capire meglio il funzionamento di questa apparecchiatura vi consigliamo di leggere bene tutti i consigli di sicurezza e di funzionamento prima dell’utilizzo. Conservare le istruzioni di sicurezza e di funzionamento al fine di poterle consultare ulteriormente. Seguire tutti i consigli indicati su questo manuale e sull’apparecchiatura.
  • Page 12 SICHERHEITSHINWEISE Um den Betrieb dieses Geräts zu verstehen, raten wir Ihnen vor der Inbetriebnahme alle Sicherheits und Betriebsanweisungen genau zu lesen. Diese Sicherheits- und Betriebsanweisungen für einen späteren Gebrauch sicher aufbewahren. Alle in den Unterlagen, an dem Gerät und hier angegebenen Sicherheitsanweisungen einhalten.
  • Page 13 INSTRUCCIONES DE SEGURIDAD 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 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 14: Unpacking And Inspection

    2-2. UNPACKING AND INSPECTION 1 x Smart MatriX (SMX200) WARNING ! 1 x Power supply cord. 2 x DVI male to HD15 female and DVI-D female If required, front handles of the device can be dismantled, Breakout Cable but with caution.

  • Page 15: Hardware Specifications

    2-5. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS Description of the input formats supported by the device. • SDTV Standard Size Frame Frequency Line Frequency NTSC 525/480i 59.94Hz / 60Hz 15.735 KHz 625/576i 50Hz 15.625 KHz SECAM 625/576i 50Hz 15.625 KHz • EDTV Standard Size Frame Frequency Line Frequency 480p...
  • Page 16 • COMPUTER FORMATS The SMX200 recognizes the following computer formats (Subsampled formats will be displayed with a de- graded quality. For a pixel clock > 165 MHz). Format Size Reduced Blankings Subsampling 640x480 800x480 800x480 SVGA 800x600 WVGA 848x480 1024x768...

  • Page 17: Input Specifications

    Input specifications • ANALOG COMPUTER Connectors: Inputs #1 to #4: female HD15. Inputs #5-#6: female DVI-I (analog pins). Line frequency: Up to 130 kHz (165 MHz Max pixel rate). Resolution: Up to 1600x1200 @ 165Mhz, 1920x1200px (RB, Max V size: 1200px, Max H size 2048px). Sync.
  • Page 18 • S.VIDEO Connectors: Inputs #1 to #4: female HD15. Inputs #5-#6: female DVI-I (analog pins). Standard: PAL/SECAM: 15.625 kHz - 50Hz - 625 lines. NTSC (3.58 - 4.43 MHz): 15.734 kHz/60Hz/525 lines. Levels: Y = 1 Vp/p (0.7 V Luma + 0.3 V Sync.). C = 0.3 Vp/p (Chroma Burst).

  • Page 19: Output Specifications

    AUDIO SETTINGS Settings Availability ∞ YES: from - to + 18dB GAIN Balanced Audio YES: Left and Right • Connector: Balanced or unbalanced mono/stereo inputs MCO male connectors (all pin MCO male connector). Inputs #1 to #6: Balanced & unbalanced connection Inputs DVI #1 to DVI #2: Balanced &...
  • Page 20 • DVI (Digital Video Interface) OUTPUTS Connector: Outputs #1 & #2: female DVI-I (digital pins). Signal: Digital Visual Interface (DVI)-TMDS single link. Resolutions: Format Ratio Refresh Rate Reduced Blanking 640 x 480 4 : 3 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 800 x 600 4 : 3 50Hz 60Hz 72Hz 75Hz 848 x 480...

  • Page 21: Communication Specifications

    • VIDEO OUT Connector: 1x BNC-F: SD/HD-SDI (with audio embedded). 3x BNC-F: Y_Cb_Cr. 1x Mini Din 4: S. Video. 1x BNC-F: Composition video PAL/NTSC. Impedance: 75 ohms. Formats: 720p @ 50 / 59.94 & 60 Hz. 1035i @ 59.94 & 60 Hz. 1080i @ 50 / 59.94 &...

  • Page 22: Environmental Specifications

    Environmental specifications Dimensions: W 480 x D 330 x H 88 mm 19”W x 13”D x 3.50”H Weight: 5.4 kg / 10.90 lbs (Compatible with a Standard 19” rack, Height = 2 U). Cooling air flow from right side to left side. Max ambient operating temperature: <...

  • Page 23: Pin Outs

    Pin outs • STANDARD VGA 1- Red 6- Red Return 11- ID Bit 0 2- Green 7- Green Return 12- ID Bit 1 3- Blue 8- Blue Return 13- H Sync 4- ID Bit 2 9- No Pin 14- V Sync 5- Test (Gnd) 10- Sync Return 15- ID Bit 3...

  • Page 24: Hdcp Compliance

    The SDI and the HD15 output don’t support the HDCP protection. NOTE : as part of our policy of continuous improvement, Analog Way reserves the right to make design and specification changes for product improvements without prior notice. The performance specification figures indicated are nominal values of production units.

  • Page 25: Connecting The Smart Matrix

    CONNECTING THE SMART MATRIX 3-1. CONNECTING THE SMART MATRIX The Smart MatriX can be set up with up to 12 different sources, and will drive up to 2 digital DVI-D sources, 2 SD-SDI sources and 8 analog computer/video sources simultaneously. The versatility of the Smart MatriX will allow for almost any event configuration and cater for all your projection needs.

  • Page 26: The Smart Matrix Rear Panel

    (3) are universal analog inputs. Inputs #5 & #6 share a DVI-D signal and a universal analog signal (plug the included Analog Way DVI/HD15 adaptor cable to use DVI-D and analog signals simultaneously). The outputs (6) will allow for the Smart MatriX high resolution digital and analog signals to be viewed on screen and/or on a preview monitor (see also Output Specifications in this chapter).

  • Page 27: Inputs #1 To #6

    Inputs #1 to #6 UNIVERSAL COMPUTER & VIDEO INPUTS: Universal Inputs accept computer sources (RGBHV, RGBS, and RGsB (SOG) signals), standard TV/VIDEO sources (Composite video, S.VIDEO), Component video (YUV, RGBS & RGsB (SOG)), and HDTV sources (480p, 720p & 1080i). HD15: 1x Universal Analog input on female HD15 connector.

  • Page 28: Dvi Inputs #1 And #2

    COMPUTER SOURCES: The device accepts the following computer signals: RGBHV, RGB/S and RGsB on inputs #1 to #6. RGBS VIDEO SOURCES: This signal is widely used in broadcasting and is available on European DVD player. The RGB/S signal is transmitted with 4 coaxial cables, and also has a better picture quality than COMPOSITE and S.VIDEO signals.
  • Page 29 VIDEO OUTPUT: Video Output card provides SD or HDTV formats in various signals and connectors from Composite Video to HDSDI. This output can be used to record your show by outputting the same content as the Main output in Mixer Mode, or a choice between output 1 or 2 in Matrix Mode (see also Smart MatriX Mode, p.5). As it’s a video output (Analog &...
  • Page 30 4-1. THE SMART MATRIX FRONT PANEL Overview The highly intuitive front panel of the Smart MatriX was designed by Analog Way engineers to simply and quickly meet all of your event needs. Within minutes, you will be able to enjoy its full potential and easily parameter most of its functions, without having to be an expert audio-visual engineer, leaving room for what is most important to our users: concentrating on their event.
  • Page 31 On/Off button The STANDBY button allows users to put the Smart MatriX into sleep mode, and startup again. The STANDBY button does not replace the ON/OFF switch at the rear of the unit, and is implemented essentially for ease of use in rackmount situations. -- >...

  • Page 32: Home Menu

    4-2. THE SMART MATRIX MENU Menu navigation To access the Smart MatriX Menu, press the EXIT/MENU button in the control section (4). To highlight items in the menu which will appear on the VFD screen (2), turn the scroll knob (3) left or right to the desired menu item.
  • Page 33 Analog Way engineers have developed a handy, user friendly way of identifying machine status on the front panel, via the use of color codes on the buttons of the machine. All new Analog Way machines use the same codes, for quick recognition of the status of any device of the range, at any given time.
  • Page 34 SETTINGS IN NATIVE MATRIX MODE The advanced features of SMX200 are available by the external remote control as: Remote Control Sofware - Ref. RCS (supplied) Remote Control Keypad - Ref. RK-300 Triple Remote Control Keypad - Ref. TRK-800 Orcherstra - Ref. ORC50 Axion2 - Ref.
  • Page 35 Input Sync. Loss Function Allows to display a frame or a source in case of sync loss of the selected input. To set up the Sync. Loss function: Menu → Control → Sync. Loss → Press Input# or Enabled The selected input must be activated for being visible in case of sync loss. Source output selection Once your inputs all have been configured, the output settings of the Smart MatriX must be set according to the machines plugged on your Smart MatriX main and preview outputs (video projector, preview monitor...).
  • Page 36 Video Out In Matrix Mode, the menu “Connection Mode” appears. It allows you to choose recording Output #1 or Output #2. Display Mode Presentation Availability OUT #1 Output #1 Output #2 OUT #2 Display Mode Presentation Availability Output #1 & #2 side by side Matrix Mode only Menu→...
  • Page 37 Working with Cut, Fade or Transitions All the transitions (Cut, Fade or Transistions) are available in the native Matrix Mode. Although the Matrix Mode is activated, you will be able to perform powerful transition effects seamlessly. It can depend on your configuration.
  • Page 38 Opening transitions and closing Live Layers When transitioning live layers, depending on how many scalers are in use, the SMX200 TAKE function will act in one of 3 different ways when transitioning the Next Preset (Preview) to the Current Preset (Main): •...
  • Page 39 PIPs with Transitions & Borders Transitions: All the settings are available in the Layer Menu after pressing the selected PIP. The transition effects have some shortcut on the front panel too. To Use it: Press the selected PIP# → Press the Cut, Fade, User #1 or User #2 button The effect will be immediately attached to the selected PIP.
  • Page 40 Using the Matrix Mode, several configuration are available, the Simple Mode and the Mirror Mode. Using the Mirror Mode: To use the Mirror Mode, simply select the Matrix Mode through the Main menu, then the Mirror Mode can be activated layer by layer thanks to the layers menu. Select the chosen layer and go in the layer menu, then select the “Layer Copy Mode”...
  • Page 41 3- Copy & H.pos Flip mode: the output #2 will be exactly the same as the output #1 except the fact that the selected layer will have its H position flipped (standard Mirror mode). ❸ OUTPUT #1 OUTPUT #2 OUTPUT #1 OUTPUT #2 4- Copy&H.Flip all modes: the output #2 will be exactly the same as the output #1 except the fact that the...
  • Page 42 Working with Frames It is possible to store up to 8 frames in the SMX200 non volatile memory. Frames are mainly used as backgrounds in a typical show or event setup, and can be recorded from any of the SMX200’...
  • Page 43 Select an empty frame memory (empty frames are indicated in the sub-menu) to store the frame into. Press the corresponding ENTER button. 4. The SMX200 will display a progress status bar on the VFD screen. Your frame is stored when the menu reappears on the VFD screen.
  • Page 44 Slide From Left - Right for the closing type with a duration of 1.5 seconds for example. Mixer functions In Multi Layer Mixer Mode, the SMX200 offers a variety of mixer type transitions, including wipes, fades, and cuts. The transitions, transition times and fade/wipe effects can all be setup through the SMX200 Layer menu.
  • Page 45 Select the logo number you want to save and wait until the unit finish saving. Your logo is now saved and you can use it through the background logo button. You can save up to 8 logos with the SMX200. The capture of logos can be done only with the following conditions:...
  • Page 46 5. Select an empty logo memory (empty logos are indicated in the sub-menu) to store the logo into. Press the ENTER button. The SMX200 will display a progress status bar on the VFD screen. 6. In the Layer Selection section, press the LOGO#1 button, and select logo number (#1 to #8) you wish to use.
  • Page 47 Working with Audio The SMX200 allows to work with up to 10 stereo inputs, 1 auxiliary input, and 2 embedded SDI audio inputs (via the SDI BNC connectors), all accessible via the Audio menu of the SMX200, and which can be affected...
  • Page 48 Audio configuration To configure audio settings of the SMX200, plug all audio inputs into the device, and navigate to the Audio menu. 1. Choose the audio mode, Break Away or Top Layer Follow, which you wish the audio to work in.
  • Page 49 Transparent Background - Transparent Background allows you to remove the black band on the sources in the background live layer in order to display behind a background frame or background color. Background Frame Image Live Smooth Move effect - Smooth Move (PIP) control the acceleration of the PIP. The time can be different between the opening and closing PIP.
  • Page 50 Working with DSK (Chroma / Luma key) DSK Mode must be used with remote controllers specifically designed to control the SMX200. - SMX200 allows to use a live source with green or blue (or any color) background and to key it over another live input.
  • Page 51 For Chroma Key: Chroma Keying is used to key from a particular color. It produces a soft-edged key which is most suitable for moving images and “weatherman” style applications. Color grabber: Select Chroma Key menu - > Select Color grabber menu Using a crosshair, you can select a particular hue based on what is on screen.
  • Page 52 HOME MENU MATRIX MODE [OUT 1] Format : 1920 x 1080 Rate : 50Hz Lock : internal OUT 1 | OUT 2 ---------+--------------+---------- Logo1 | Logo #1 | Logo #8 Live | Input 1 | SDI 4 Frame | Frame 1 | Frame 8 [OUT 2] Format : 1920 x 1080 Rate : 50Hz...
  • Page 53 (i1) displayed when plug is not SDI (i10) displayed when plug is not DVI-D Config status INPUT (i2) displayed when type is analog video (i11) displayed when plug is analog Autoset all (i3) displayed when plug is analog (i4) displayed for input ln1, ln2, ln8, DVI1 &...
  • Page 54 (o1) Sync w/OUT 1 OUTPUT 1 Output status OUTPUT 2 (o1) only for Preview out/Output2 (o2) depending on output format (o3) computer & HDTV only (o4) Interlaced output only Output format 640x480 800x600 848x480 16/9 1024x768 1280x720 16/9 1280x768 15/9 1280x800 16/10 1280x1024...
  • Page 55 Connection VIDEO OUT Output 1 (o1) available in near future (o2) according to output format Output 2 Output Tiled Horizontally Output Tiled Vertically Output status Output format SDTV PAL SDTV NTSC EDTV 480p EDTV 576p HDTV 720p HDTV 1035i HDTV 1080i HDTV 1080p HDTV 1080 sF Output rate...
  • Page 56 AUDIO Mode Breack away Toplayer follow Source settings Level Input 1 Balance Input 2 Input 3 Input 4 Input 5 Input 6 DVI 1 DVI 2 SDI 1 SDI 2 SDI 3 SDI 4 Level Aux. setting Balance Audio Main (m1) Master Mute (m1) Available only on Mixer Mode...
  • Page 57 CONTROL Versions Vers.: 3.00 BETA l1=xxxx l2=xxxx l3=xxxx l4=xxxx (L1) UDP only 0=xxxx (L2) Confirmation asked MM K=xxxx (L3) Only for User 1 & User 2 MF K=xxxx (L4) Visible if Sync. Loss is activated CA V=xxxx FA V=xxxx TH V=xxxx CS V=xxxx RS232/LAN RS232...
  • Page 58 RCS presentation The RCS will give you a powerful tool to exploit all the features of your SMX200 at distance. By LAN, or RS- 232, you will be able to do exactly the same manipulation as you could do from the front panel. User-friendly and easy-to-use, you will take the hand quickly with it.
  • Page 59 T-bar. The Take button will allow you to view any change made to your Preview screen on your main screen. Analog Way engineers have even implemented a Stepback button to quickly move back to your previous setup in the case of a manipulation error. The status section allows for easy monitoring of the connection status.
  • Page 60 Serial connection 1. Connect a RS-232 cable between the Smart MatriX and your PC, then power on your devices. 2. Click on the RCS program file on your PC to run the software. 3. Click on the “Connections” tab and select RS-232 as the connection type. In the drop-down menu, select the COM port number corresponding to the connected device (default is Port 1).
  • Page 61 5-2. WORKING WITH THE RCS Source input configuration Once your Smart MatriX is wired up to your PC, the first step in properly configuring your machine is to individually select and parameter your inputs. 1. Click on the “Inputs” tab of the RCS. 2.
  • Page 62 Working with PIPs The Smart MatriX allows users to manipulate 2 PIPs (Picture In Picture) which you can move, size, crop or zoom, apply transparency or transitions to. PIP configuration 1. Click on the Image tab of the RCS interface. The empty Image screen will appear on screen.
  • Page 63 Memorizing Frames 1. In Input Selection section, click source button (#1 to #12) of the source you wish to record as a frame. 2. Click on the Logos/Frames tab of the RCS interface. Then click on the Record Frame button. 3.
  • Page 64 Layer transitions & effects The Smart MatriX offers a wide variety of transitions between the scenes you create for your shows and events. It allows for live recall of 4 user presets, each of which you can edit at any given time. 1.
  • Page 65 Working with Presets The four Smart MatriX user presets can be called back at any stage during your show or event. 1. Click on one of the four available Preset buttons to choose which memory you wish to use. Select Load to Preview from the dropdown menu, your preset will appear on the Preview screen.
  • Page 66 OPTIONAL REMOTE CONTROL SYSTEMS 6-1. Axion2 Analog Way engineers have designed several remote controllers specifically made for easy control of the Di-VentiX II, Eikos, Eikos LE, OPS300, OPS200, Pulse, Pulse SmartVu SmartVu LE, Smart MatriX, Smart MatriX LE, Smart Edge and Smart Quad.
  • Page 67 6-2. ORCHESTRA Analog Way engineers have designed several remote controllers specifically made for easy control of the Di- VentiX II, Eikos, Eikos LE, OPS300, OPS200, Pulse, Pulse LE, Smart Vu and SmartVu LE, Smart MatriX, Smart MatriX LE, Smart Edge and Smart Quad.
  • Page 68 6-3. TRK-800 Analog Way engineers have designed several remote controllers specifically made for easy to control the Eikos, Eikos LE, OPS300, OPS200, Pulse, Pulse LE, SmartVu and SmartVu LE, Smart MatriX, Smart MatriX LE, Smart Edge and Smart Quad. TRK-800: Triple Remote Keypad designed to control up to 3 units.
  • Page 69 Smart Vu LE, Smart MatriX, Smart MatriX LE, Smart Edge and Smart Quad. RK-300: Remote Control Keypad designed to control Analog Way’s new Seamless Switchers > Very User-friendly Remote Control Keypad > Controls different Switchers > Mini Joystick for easy element control >...

  • Page 70: Examples

    In an effort to make the use of our machines the most pleasant experience possible, the Analog Way team is constantly aiming to create easy to follow examples, update information, and furnish our website with useful user information.

  • Page 71: External Programming

    All commands can be found on the CD-Rom shipped with the Smart MatriX in the “External Programming” file. All Analog Way products equipped with a RS-232 input are compatible with Crestron, AMX, Medialon, and most major control systems. TCP/IP control ports are also available on most Analog Way products, as standard or as options.

  • Page 72: Analog Way Limited Warranty

    WARRANTY 8-1. ANALOG WAY LIMITED WARRANTY Analog Way products have a 3 year warranty on parts and labor, back to factory. This warranty does not include faults resulting from user negligence, special modifications, electrical surges, abuse (drop/crush), and/or other unusual damage.

  • Page 73: Contact Information

    If the product is used for business purposes and you want to discard it : Please contact your Analog Way dealer who will inform you about take-back of the product. You might be charged for the costs arising from take-back and recycling.
  • Page 75 Designs and specifications are subject to change without notice The illustrations and screens described in this manual may be exaggerated or simplified for easy recognition and may be slightly different from the actual unit. ANALOG WAY SAS 33 rue du Saule Trapu Parc du Moulin...

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