1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Ross Manuals
  4. Switch
  5. MC1-MK
  6. Operating instructions manual

Ross MC1-MK Operating Instructions Manual

Master control
Hide thumbs Also See for MC1-MK:
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

MC1-MK
Master Control Switcher
Operation Manual

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the MC1-MK and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for Ross MC1-MK

Summary of Contents for Ross MC1-MK

  • Page 1 MC1-MK Master Control Switcher Operation Manual...
  • Page 2 Ross has become well known for the Ross Video Code of Ethics. It guides our interactions and empowers our employees. I hope you enjoy reading it below. If anything at all with your Ross experience does not live up to your expectations be sure to reach out to us at solutions@rossvideo.com.
  • Page 3 © 2014 Ross Video Limited. Ross®, openGear®, and any related marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Ross Video Ltd. All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies. PATENTS ISSUED and PENDING. All rights reserved. No part of this publication...

  • Page 4: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Regulatory and Safety Notices to Service Personnel Before using this product and nay associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage. Product may require specific equipment, and/or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements.

  • Page 5: Fcc Part

    Notice — Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video Limited could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. CANADA This Class “A”...

  • Page 6: Environmental Information

    The crossed out wheelie bin symbol invites you to use these systems. If you need more information on the collection, reuse, and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste administration. You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performance of our products.
  • Page 7 Company Address Ross Video Limited Ross Video Incorporated 8 John Street P.O. Box 880 Iroquois, Ontario, K0E 1K0 Ogdensburg, New York Canada USA 13669-0880 General Business Office: (+1) 613 • 652 • 4886 Fax: (+1) 613 • 652 • 4425 Technical Support: (+1) 613 •...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    Menu System Basics......................1-3 Switcher Basics........................1-5 Video Sources......................1-5 Video Layering...................... 1-5 Video Preview ....................... 1-5 Overlay ........................1-5 Multiple MC1-MK Operation ................1-5 Keying In This Chapter ........................2-1 Keyers Overview ......................... 2-2 Configuring a Key ....................... 2-3 Overview ....................... 2-3 Transitions In This Chapter ........................
  • Page 10 Keyers Tabs.......................... 7-3 Logos Tabs ........................... 7-4 SqueezeBack Effects Tabs ....................7-6 External Sources Tab ......................7-7 Voice Over Tab ........................7-8 Audio Processing Tab ......................7-9 Audio Shuffle Tab......................7-10 Index ii • Contents MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)

  • Page 11: On Air Control Overview

    On Air Control Overview In This Chapter This chapter provides a basic introduction to the MC1-MK, including an overview of the different areas of the On Air Control interface, using the menu system, as well as a brief summary of how video is controlled by the MC1-MK.

  • Page 12: Navigating To The On Air Control Interface

    DashBoard User Manual are available from the Ross Video website. 2. Launch DashBoard by double-clicking its icon on your desktop. 3. Locate the MC1-MK in the Basic Tree View of DashBoard. If the card does not appear, consult the MFC-8300 Series User Manual and DashBoard User Manual.

  • Page 13: Menu System Basics

    Selecting a button displays the corresponding MC1-MK On Air Control interface in DashBoard. A lit button indicates that the corresponding On Air Control interface is the currently active one in DashBoard. The icons on these buttons can be changed as described in the MC1-MK Installation Manual.
  • Page 14 SqueezeBack). Refer to the chapter “Transitions” on page 3-1 for details. 7. Keyer Area This area includes the four keyers of the MC1-MK and allows you to perform the key transitions. Refer to the chapter “Keying” on page 2-1for details. 8. Fade to Black Button Use this button to fade the Program bus to black.

  • Page 15: Switcher Basics

    Video preview allows you to use an additional monitor to preview what the next shot is going to be. The Preset bus of MC1-MK shows what is selected for the next transition. This includes the keys and background video sources that will be on-air after the next transition.
  • Page 16 1–6 • On Air Control Overview MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)

  • Page 17: Keying

    Keys are made up of two basic components: an alpha (that cuts the hole in the background video), and a fill (that fills the hole with different video). This chapter provides a summary of the MC1-MK keying features. The following topics are discussed: •...

  • Page 18: Keyers Overview

    Keyers Overview MC1-MK includes four high quality HD/SD-SDI video keyers. In addition to the external Key Video and Key Alpha source, there are also four internal static/animation playout channels. An excellent device for keying external devices such as character generators, graphic systems and EAS devices into a program feed and/or keying with four internal logo channels.

  • Page 19: Configuring A Key

    Configuring a Key The MC1-MK provides the ability to associate each keyer (1-4) with the following sources: external key video/fill, or a logo channel. This section briefly describes how to set up Key Alphas, Auto Keys, adjust the clip and gain values.
  • Page 20 To configure a key 1. From the Tree View, expand the node for the MC1-MK you wish to access. 2. Select the On Air Control node to display the interface in the right-half of DashBoard. 3. Select the Keyers tab.

  • Page 21: Transitions

    This chapter provides a summary of performing transitions in DashBoard. For information on performing SqueezeBack transitions, refer to the chapter “SqueezeBack Effects” on page 4-1. The following topics are discussed: • Transition Area • Performing Transitions MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) Transitions • 3–1...

  • Page 22: Transition Area

    • Refer to the section “Audio Interfaces” on page 5-2 for information on the AUDIO OVER buttons. 2. Transition Type Buttons The following Transition Type buttons are available (from left to right): 3–2 • Transitions MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)

  • Page 23: Take Button

    Home tab. Note that the Slow button is selected after performing a factory default reset. Note that if you are controlling the MC1-MK via Automation, and these buttons are not lit, the transition rate applied is set by the Automation command. If you wish to apply one of these rates, remember to select the required transition speed button before performing a transition (e.g.

  • Page 24: Performing Transitions

    Transition Area to add elements to the transition. To set the transition rate 1. From the Tree View, expand the node for the MC1-MK you wish to access. 2. Select the On Air Control node to display the interface in the right-half of DashBoard.
  • Page 25 • Verify how the Toggle Program/Preset Bus and Disarm Preset Keyers options are configured in the Personality tab. Refer to the MC1-MK Installation Manual for details on configuring these options. MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) Transitions • 3–5...
  • Page 26 3–6 • Transitions MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)

  • Page 27: Squeezeback Effects

    You can also transition to pre-squeezed effects with standard transitions, squeeze in any direction on either X or Y axis, or both. Four SqueezeBack presets are provided for quick effect recalls on the fly. This chapter outlines the SqueezeBack feature of the MC1-MK. The following topics are discussed: •...

  • Page 28: Squeezeback Effects Options Overview

    Program bus. However, hot-punching a source on the Program bus will take the squeeze effect off air. Hot-punching keys on/off will not take the squeeze effect off air. 4–2 • SqueezeBack Effects MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)
  • Page 29 Note that the SQUEEZE button will be selected (lit) yet locked out when the transition type is Squeeze, or when a squeeze effect is on air. MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) SqueezeBack Effects • 4–3...

  • Page 30: Working In 2D Space

    For example, and image can be positioned in such a way that it appears to roll into view from a point outside the screen and roll out of view on the other side. 4–4 • SqueezeBack Effects MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)

  • Page 31: Configuring A Squeezeback Preset

    Configuring a SqueezeBack Preset This section outlines how to configure Preset Effect 1 in preparation of including it in a transition. The same procedure can be used to configure any of the effect presets for your MC1-MK. Note — You cannot change the size of the image. You can only change the distance of the image from the center point.

  • Page 32: Performing Transitions With Squeezeback Presets

    When the video format is 480i 59.94, the Line 21 closed captioning is re-inserted from the video source into the output of the MC1-MK when the NTSC Pass Line 21 setting is enabled. Refer to the MC1-MK Installation Manual for details.
  • Page 33 1. Select the EFFECT SELECT button to specify the desired squeeze effect for the transition. 2. Select a dissolve transition type (Fade-Fade, Take-Fade). 3. Ensure the SQUEEZE button is selected. 4. The Preview monitor shows the squeeze effect. MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) SqueezeBack Effects • 4–7...
  • Page 34 4–8 • SqueezeBack Effects MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)

  • Page 35: Audio

    The following topics are discussed: • Audio Interfaces • Audio Overview • Setting the Master Audio Level • Audio Processing • Audio Shuffling • Performing Transitions • Using Audio Profiles • EAS Audio • Voice Overs MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) Audio • 5–1...

  • Page 36: Audio Interfaces

    This tab provides options for configuring the duck level and gain for the voice over output. 2. Audio Processing Tab The MC1-MK provides the ability to adjust the gain, or mute, individually, each of the 16 embedded channels. You can sum every adjacent pair of audio groups with the first channel on the Odd Channel numbers (e.g.
  • Page 37 Use the slider to apply an audio gain value on the Program and Preset bus. The gain range is -72dB to +12dB. Use the Reset Audio Gain button to set the gain value to 0. MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) Audio • 5–3...

  • Page 38: Audio Overview

    This section outlines the audio features such as gain and duck levels, channel mapping, applying audio proc amps, transitions, and audio profiles. Audio Modes The MC1-MK can be operated in one of two ways: normal Audio Follow Video (AFV) mode, or Override mode. Audio Follow Video The Audio Follow Video (AFV) mode is where an audio channel is taken to air when the video it is associated with is taken to air.

  • Page 39: Audio Processing

    Program bus until the TAKE button is selected. Audio Processing The MC1-MK provides the ability to adjust the gain, or mute, individually, each of the 16 embedded channels. The audio processing and shuffle settings are retained on a per crosspoint basis.

  • Page 40: Setting The Master Audio Level

    (in dB), to the audio that is included with the output. To set the Master Audio level 1. From the Tree View, expand the node for the MC1-MK you wish to access. 2. Select the On Air Control node to display the interface in the right-half of DashBoard.

  • Page 41: Audio Processing

    Audio Processing The MC1-MK provides the ability to adjust the gain, or mute, individually, each of the 16 embedded channels. You can sum every adjacent pair of audio groups with the first channel on the Odd Channel numbers (e.g. Channels 1 and 2, 3 and 4, 5 and 6 etc.).

  • Page 42: Audio Shuffling

    Audio Shuffling The MC1-MK provides the flexibility to modify the map of audio channels inside the SDI bit stream. This is useful when the incoming feed has multiple languages, with each language consisting of a channel pair. By mapping the channels, you ensure that the proper language makes it onto the Program air path, and that the other languages can be muted or removed from the air path.

  • Page 43: Performing Transitions

    During an audio transition, the MC1-MK prepares to take the Preset audio channel to air as follows: 1. The MC1-MK checks for audio profiles that will turn the channels, or groups, off or on, depending on how they are set in the Preset Audio bus.

  • Page 44: Using Audio Profiles

    Recalling an audio profile does not affect the Voice Over or EAS settings. To use an audio profile 1. Configure the audio profile as outlined in the MC1-MK Installation Manual. 2. On the Preset bus, select the crosspoint button for the source you wish to take to air.

  • Page 45: Eas Audio

    Audio tab in the Configuration interface. The default is to reduce the gain by 10dB. When using a Sage Digital ENDEC EAS, the MC1-MK reacts to the Sage Push To Talk (PTT) relay closure to activate audio voice over. While the PTT relay is closed, the MC1-MK applies the EAS Duck Level specified on the Sage EAS Setup tab to the incoming Program audio and performs a cut transition by mixing the incoming audio from the channel at a specified level.

  • Page 46: Voice Overs

    You can adjust the duck and gain levels of the Voice Over channel. Note that if both Voice Over and EAS audio is in effect, the MC1-MK ducks the incoming audio twice. The Voice Over duck/gain is set in the Voice Over tab of the On Air Control interface.

  • Page 47: Including A Voice Over

    (button is unlit). For More Information on... • selecting the source for your Voice Over, refer to the MC1-MK Installation Manual. • the location of the AUDIO OVER button, refer to the section “Audio Interfaces” on page 5-2.
  • Page 48 5–14 • Audio MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)

  • Page 49: Media File Management

    Media File Management In This Chapter DashBoard enables you to select and configure the four Logo channels in the MC1-MK. Each Logo channel has a sub-tab that enables you to assign a media file to the specified logo channel, view a thumbnail that represents the media file currently loaded, and adjust on-air properties.

  • Page 50: Loading Media Files

    — This directory contains graphics used in the Basic Tree View, Channel Select buttons, and Home tab for the MC1-MK card. Refer to the MC1-MK Installation Guide for information on managing the icon images used by the Tree View node, Home tab, Channel Select buttons, and On Air Controls node for your MC1-MK.
  • Page 51 — Very large animations may take several minutes to load. 1. From the Tree View, expand the node for the MC1-MK you wish to access. 2. Select the On Air Control node to display the interface in the right-half of DashBoard.

  • Page 52: Managing Media Files

    The following tips and restrictions apply when managing your media files: • Media files, such as stills and animations, are transferred to and from the MC1-MK using FTP protocol. The media files are stored on a CompactFlash card that is installed on the MC1-MK.

  • Page 53: File Naming Specifications

    Connection using FTP You can use an FTP connection to transfer media files to and from the CompactFlash Card of the MC1-MK. You can also use an FTP client to delete images on the CompactFlash Card and re-name images. To access the MC1-MK via FTP •...

  • Page 54: Compactflash® Card

    CompactFlash® Card The following tips and restrictions apply when using the CompactFlash Card: • the CompactFlash Card must be installed on the MC1-MK before the board powers up and must remain inserted. • the CompactFlash Card is 2GB or 4GB in size, the number of files you can store depends on the type of file (PNG, TGA, JPG).

  • Page 55: Adjusting On-Air Properties

    4. Select how an image is displayed by selecting an option from the Play Mode menu. Note — The Play Mode feature only applies to Interlaced video formats and has no effect when using Progressive video formats. MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) Media File Management • 6–7...

  • Page 56: Displaying Timecode In A Logo Channel

    To display timecode in a logo channel 1. From the Tree View, expand the node for the MC1-MK you wish to access. 2. Select the On Air Control node to display the interface in the right-half of DashBoard.

  • Page 57: Configuration Notes

    Status field of the second Logos tab. • You can transition between the keys, or the Background when using an MC1-MK. This can be used to transition the LTC on and off air. MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)
  • Page 58 6–10 • Media File Management MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)

  • Page 59: Appendix A. Dashboard Menus

    Appendix A. DashBoard Menus In This Appendix This appendix briefly summarizes the On Air Control menus available in the DashBoard Control System for the MC1-MK. Default values are noted with an asterisk (*). The following topics are discussed: • Home Tab •...

  • Page 60: Home Tab

    Indicates that an installed EAS is providing content to the MC1-MK text overlay; the text is displayed in this area when the EAS is EAS Status: active. Indicates that EAS content is not provided to the MC1-MK text overlay The default value is 60 frames (2 seconds) when using 59.94Hz formats.

  • Page 61: Keyers Tabs

    When using an EAS device, Logo 4 is automatically assigned to Key 4 for EAS text crawls. Therefore do not use Logo 4 and Keyer 4 for any other purpose when EAS is enabled. MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) Appendix A. DashBoard Menus • 7–3...

  • Page 62: Logos Tabs

    CompactFlash card Selecting this option clears the logo channel. This item is automatically selected, without Filename [NONE]* clearing the channel, when the user switches to a new directory. 7–4 • Appendix A. DashBoard Menus MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)

  • Page 63: Parameters Description

    The default is 0, which represents the top-left corner of the active picture area. This option is only applicable when an animation file is selected. The default is 0. MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) Appendix A. DashBoard Menus • 7–5...

  • Page 64: Squeezeback Effects Tabs

    The default value is 100. The default Reveal Source is as follows: Effect 1 defaults to Logo 1; Effect 2 to Logo 2; Effect 3 to Logo 3; Effect 4 to Logo 4. 7–6 • Appendix A. DashBoard Menus MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)

  • Page 65: External Sources Tab

    When operating in an MC1 Sources Stand-alone setup, the default source is depends on how you configured your crosspoints. Shift Select this to shift the sources MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) Appendix A. DashBoard Menus • 7–7...

  • Page 66: Voice Over Tab

    This applies a gain to the Voice Over source Gain (dB) and the input audio. The AUDIO OVER button is lit. The default is -10dB. The default is 0dB. 7–8 • Appendix A. DashBoard Menus MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)

  • Page 67: Audio Processing Tab

    4 within a group. Channel Pair Both channels will carry the average of the two input channels (A+B/2). The default is not selected. The default value is 0. MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) Appendix A. DashBoard Menus • 7–9...

  • Page 68: Audio Shuffle Tab

    All Groups mute, gain, sum, and invert settings for all groups are reset to the default values. Default is embedded 1:1 mapping (e.g. G1C1 OUT is mapped to G1C1 IN) 7–10 • Appendix A. DashBoard Menus MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)

  • Page 69: Index

    ..........6-6 adjusting ............2-4 supported formats ......... 6-6 audio .............. 5-3 Configuring overview ............7-3 audio gain ..........1-4, 5-9 Gain, audio ............5-7 external key source ........2-4 MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) Index • IX–1...
  • Page 70 ..........7-5 Play Mode directory field ..........7-4 interlaced formats .......... 6-7 file field ............7-4 logo channels ..........7-5 on-air properties ..........6-7 media files ............. 6-7 parameters ............. 7-4 IX–2 • Index MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07)
  • Page 71 ........7-4 logo channels ..........7-4 media file, selected ........7-4 on-air ............. 7-4 Still image, positioning a ........6-7 Home ............. 7-2 Keyers ........... 2-2, 7-3 Logos ............ 2-2, 7-4 MC1-MK Operation Manual (Iss. 07) Index • IX–3...
  • Page 72 Contact Us Contact our friendly and professional support representatives for the following: • Name and address of your local dealer • Product information and pricing • Technical support • Upcoming trade show information Telephone: +1 613 • 652 • 4886 Technical After Hours Emergency: +1 613 •...

Table of Contents