Multi Format Switcher System

MVS-8000X System
MVS-7000X System
(With ICP-X7000 Integrated Control Panel Version 1.2)

MVS-8000X MVS-7000X
ICP-X7000 MKS-X7075 MKS-X7011 MKS-X7017
MKS-X7018 MKS-X7019 MKS-X7020 MKS-X7021
MKS-X7023 MKS-X7024 MKS-X7026 MKS-X7031TB
MKS-X7032 MKS-X7033 MKS-X7035 MKS-X7040
MKS-X7041 MKS-X7042
MKS-X2700 MKS-X7700 MKS-X7701 MKS-X7702

User’s Guide [English]

Software Version 12.60 and Later
1st Edition (Revised 2)
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Functions Newly Supported in Functions Newly Supported in
Version MVS-8000X/7000X Ver. 12.60 Version ICP-X7000 Ver. 1.2
The functions newly supported in the MVS-8000X/7000X The functions newly supported in the ICP-X7000
System Ver. 12.60 are as follows. Integrated Control Panel Ver. 1.2 are as follows.

Classification Functions Menu No. See page

Functions relating to the switcher supported
Control panel Transition control 7321.9 page 38
Classification Functions Menu No. See page block (simple type) 7326 page 84
supported connection 7334 page 95
Resizer CG border settings 1X15.2 page 131 page 428
1X35.2 page 445
8X15.2 page 465
8X35.2 Independent key 7321.8 page 39
DME wipes Edge softness 7334 page 466 transition control 7321.25 page 99
function enable/ block connection page 428
disable Key fader control 7321 page 44
(MVS-7000X only) block connection 7321.1 page 100
7321.30 page 136
page 426
Functions relating to setup
Cross-point Setting of bus to be 7326.12 page 79
control block assigned in utility 7326.16 page 451
Classification Functions Menu No. See page bus mode ([UTIL]
supported button)
Setup data Setup data support 7161 page 400 [UTIL] button 7326.4 page 79
for [CLR Before page 562 operation mode page 447
Load] setting
Key control Chroma key – page 43
Functions relating to operation block setting button page 125
improvement addition
Changes to setting – page 43
Classification Functions Menu No. See page button selection
supported operation

File operations Setup file recall 7317.2 page 393

inhibit category
selection

Settings relating to DMEs

Classification Functions Menu No. See page

supported
Special effects Position/size 4111 page 242
(CG border) settings of image 7331 page 456
embedded in 7331.15
border
(MVS-7000X only)
CG border support 4111 page 242
for 1080i/50
(MVS-7000X only)
Special effects Pattern number 4116 page 251
(wipe crop) 304 corner radius
adjustment
(MVS-7000X only)

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Table of Contents Chapter 2 Menus and Control Panel
Names and Functions of Parts of the
Functions Newly Supported in Version MVS- Control Panel ...................................... 29
8000X/7000X Ver. 12.60.....................3 Control Panel Configuration .......................29
Functions Newly Supported in Version ICP- Cross-Point Control Block ..........................30
X7000 Ver. 1.2.....................................3 Transition Control Block.............................35
Transition Control Block (Simple Type).....38
Independent Key Transition Control Block ...39
Flexi Pad Control Block ..............................40
Chapter 1 Overview Key Control Block.......................................42
Introduction ............................................... 17 Key Fader Control Block ............................44
Features ..................................................... 18 Device Control Block (Trackball) ...............46
Basic Video Processing ........................... 19 Numeric Keypad Control Block..................49
Transition ....................................................19 Utility/Shotbox Control Block ....................51
Keys.............................................................21 AUX Bus Control Block .............................53
Wipes...........................................................21 Menu Panel..................................................57
DME Wipes.................................................22 Names and Functions of Parts of the
Menu Screen ....................................... 58
Frame Memory............................................22
Overview .....................................................58
Color Backgrounds......................................22
Top Menu List .............................................58
Copy and Swap............................................22
Menu Screen................................................58
Video Process ..............................................22
Top Menu Window .....................................61
Color Corrector ...........................................22
Numeric Keypad Window...........................62
Side Flags ....................................................22
Keyboard Window ......................................62
Multi Program 2 ..........................................23
Color Palette Window .................................63
4K Support ..................................................24
Basic Menu Operations ............................ 65
Creation of Special Effects and
Management of Data and Recalling a Menu.........................................65
Operations .......................................... 24 Selecting a Menu .........................................65
Digital Multi Effects (DME) .......................24 Selecting a List Item....................................65
External Device Control..............................25 Setting Parameters .......................................65
Keyframes ...................................................25 Returning Settings to Default Values ..........66
Snapshots.....................................................25 Using a Mouse.............................................66
Utility ..........................................................25 Using the Shortcut Menu.............................66
Shotbox........................................................25 Switching between the Main Menu Site and
Macros .........................................................25 Sub Menu Site....................................67
File Operations ............................................26 Shutting Down the Menu ............................67
Setup .......................................................... 26 Shutting Down the Switcher System...........68
System Configuration............................... 27 Power Supply and Connector Section .... 69
System Configuration Example ..................27 MKS-X2700/X7700 System Interface
Unit ....................................................69
Control Panel Connection Example ............28
Control Panel...............................................72

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 MKS-X7011 Menu Panel............................73 Selecting Independent Key Transition
Type .................................................101
Setting the Independent Key Transition
Rate ..................................................101
Chapter 3 Signal Selection and Fade-to-Black .......................................... 103
Transitions AUX Mix Transitions ............................... 103

Image Creation Operation Flow ............... 74

Signal Selection ........................................ 75
Overview .....................................................76 Chapter 4 Keys
Bus Selection...............................................76
Signal Assignment and Selection ................79 Overview .................................................. 105
Inhibiting Operation of Cross-point Key Types..................................................105
Buttons ...............................................80 Key Modifiers............................................106
Signal Name Display...................................81 Key Memory..............................................107
Transitions................................................. 82 Key Defaults..............................................107
Transition Type ...........................................82 Key Setting Operations (Menu).............. 108
Basic Operation for Transitions .............. 83 Key Setting Menus ....................................108
Key Priority Settings................................. 85 Setting the Key Type.................................108
Setting the Key Priority (Transition Control Selecting Key Fill and Key Source ...........109
Block).................................................85 Chroma Key Composition and Settings ....111
Key Priority Setting Operations (Menu) .....86 Key Adjustments (Menu) ........................ 112
Displaying the Key Output Status and Chroma Key Adjustments .........................112
Priority ...............................................86 Key Edge Modification .............................114
Selecting the Transition Type .................. 87 Mask ..........................................................117
Setting the Transition Type (Menu) ............87 DME Effects for Keys ...............................119
Super Mix Settings ......................................87 Specifying the Key Output Destination.....122
Preset Color Mix Settings ...........................88 Blink ..........................................................122
Executing a Transition.............................. 89 Video Process ............................................122
Transition Indicator .....................................89 Key Modify Clear......................................122
Setting the Transition Rate ..........................89 Key Operations (Key Control Block) ..... 123
Pattern Limit................................................91 Selecting the Bank and Keyer ...................123
Executing an Auto Transition .....................93 Setting the Key Type.................................123
Executing a Transition with the Fader Lever Selecting a Key Fill ...................................124
(Manual Transition) ...........................93 Selecting a Key Source..............................124
Auto/Manual Transition Combination ........94 Key Adjustments (Key Control
Non-Sync State............................................94 Block) ................................................ 125
Fader Lever Operation in Bus Fixed Chroma Key Adjustments .........................125
Mode ..................................................95 Key Edge Modification .............................125
Split Fader ...................................................95 DME Effects for Keys ...............................126
Transition Preview .................................... 96 Other Key Adjustments .............................127
Independent Key Transitions................... 97 Resizer ..................................................... 128
Overview .....................................................97 Two-Dimensional Transforms and
Basic Independent Key Transition Rotation of Keys ..............................128
Operations ..........................................99

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 Interpolation Settings ................................130 Basic Independent Key Transition DME
Crop/Border Settings.................................130 Wipe Setting Operations.................. 160
CG Border Settings ...................................131 Selecting an Independent Key Transition
Effect Settings ...........................................132 Wipe Pattern.....................................160
Setting Rotation.........................................134 Setting Independent Key Transition DME
Key Snapshots ........................................ 135 Wipe Modifiers ................................160
Key Snapshot Operations (Flexi Pad Control DME Wipe Snapshots ............................. 162
Block)...............................................135 DME Wipe Snapshot Operations (Flexi Pad
Key Snapshot Operations (Key Fader Control Control Block) .................................162
Block)...............................................136 DME Wipe Snapshot Operations
(Menu)..............................................162
Creating User Programmable DME
Patterns ............................................. 163
Chapter 5 Wipes User Programmable DME Transition
Mode ................................................163
Overview .................................................. 138
Types of Wipe Pattern...............................138
Basic Wipe Setting Operations.............. 138
Selecting a Wipe Pattern ...........................138 Chapter 7 Frame Memory
Pattern Mix................................................139 Overview .................................................. 166
Setting Wipe Modifiers .............................141 Still Image File Operations ..................... 168
Wipe Modify Clear....................................147 Preparations ...............................................168
Basic Independent Key Transition Wipe Frame Memory Menu Layout ...................168
Setting Operations ........................... 147
Selecting an Input Image...........................170
Selecting an Independent Key Transition
Selecting Outputs and Target Frame
Wipe Pattern ....................................147
Memory............................................170
Setting Independent Key Transition Wipe
Capturing and Saving an Input Image
Modifiers..........................................147
(Store) ..............................................171
Wipe Snapshots ...................................... 149
Recalling Still Images (Recall)..................172
Wipe Snapshot Operations (Flexi Pad Control
Image Output.............................................173
Block)...............................................149
Continuously Capturing Still Images
Wipe Snapshot Operations (Menu) ...........150
(Record) ...........................................174
Recalling a Continuous Sequence of Still
Images (Animation) .........................175
Chapter 6 DME Wipes Frame Memory Clip Function................. 176
Frame Memory Clip Operations............. 177
Overview .................................................. 151 Preparations ...............................................177
Types of DME Wipe Patterns ...................151 Recalling Clips (Recall) ............................177
DME Wipe Pattern Variation and Clip Playback ............................................178
Modifiers..........................................154 Clip Creation .............................................179
DME Wipe Restrictions ............................154 Creating and Managing Frame Memory
Basic DME Wipe Setting Operations ..... 156 Folders..............................................180
Selecting a DME Wipe Pattern .................156 Clip Output ................................................180
Setting DME Wipe Modifiers ...................157 Recording and Playback of Ancillary
DME Wipe Modify Clear..........................160 Data ..................................................180

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Clip Transition Operations ..................... 182 Video Process Memory .............................199
Clip Transition Settings.............................182 Setting the Video Process..........................199
Image Data Management ........................ 183
Pair File Processing ...................................183
Moving Files .............................................184
Deleting Files ............................................184 Chapter 9 Color Corrector
Renaming Files..........................................184 Overview .................................................. 200
Using an External HDD ........................... 185 Basic Color Corrector Operations......... 201
Formatting a HDD.....................................185 Setting a Color Corrector ..........................201
Saving Files ...............................................185 Copy and Swap..........................................201
Loading Files.............................................186 Setting Color Corrector Functions ........ 202
Managing Images using a DDR/VTR ..... 187 Input Video Process...................................202
High-speed Backup and Restoring ............187 Primary Color Correction..........................202
Extracting Images from Video Tape .........188 Secondary Color Correction......................203
Luminance Process....................................204
Spot Color Adjustment..............................205
Output Video Process ................................206
Chapter 8 Color Backgrounds, Copy
YUV Clips.................................................206
and Swap, and Other Settings
RGB Clips .................................................207
Color Backgrounds................................. 190
Basic Color Background Setting
Operations ........................................190
Copy and Swap ....................................... 191 Chapter 10 Special Functions
Overview ...................................................191 Side Flags ................................................ 208
Basic Copy and Swap Operations .............193 Overview ...................................................208
Misc Menu................................................ 194 Side Flag Settings......................................208
Control Port Settings from an External Wipe Action on Images with Side
Device ..............................................194 Flags.................................................209
Setting the Safe Title Area ........................194 DME Wipe Action on Images with Side
Displaying a List of Transition Rates and Flags.................................................209
Changing the Settings ......................194 Multi Program 2 ....................................... 211
Setting the AUX Mix Transition Rate.......195 Overview ...................................................211
Aux Menu ................................................. 196 Multi Program 2 Mode Settings (Basic
Setting the Video Process for an AUX Operation) ........................................212
Bus ...................................................196 Multi Program 2 Mode Settings (Other
Setting the Color Corrector for an AUX Operations).......................................213
Bus ...................................................196 Functions Added in Multi Program 2
Status Menu............................................. 197 Mode ................................................216
Router Menu ............................................ 197 Differences Between Multi Program 2 Mode
Destination Input List Display ..................197 and Standard Mode ..........................216
Switching the Source for a Destination.....197 Multi Program 2 Mode Restrictions ..........217
Video Process ......................................... 198 4K System................................................ 218
Overview ...................................................198 Overview ...................................................218

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 4K System Settings ...................................218 Multi Move Settings ..................................255
4K System Restrictions .............................219 Sepia Settings ............................................255
M/E Configuration Switching Mono Settings............................................256
(M/E Split).......................................... 221 Posterization/Solarization Settings............256
M/E Split Mode Settings ...........................221 Nega Settings.............................................256
M/E Split Mode Restrictions.....................221 Contrast Settings........................................256
Mosaic Settings .........................................257
Sketch Settings ..........................................257
Metal Settings............................................258
Chapter 11 DMEs
Dim and Fade Settings ..............................258
Overview .................................................. 223 Glow Settings ............................................259
Devices Supporting DMEs........................223 Mask Settings ............................................259
Transforms in Three-Dimensional Space Freeze Settings ..........................................260
(Transforms) ....................................224 Applying Special Effects (Nonlinear Effect
Transform Operation Modes .....................226 Settings) ............................................ 261
Graphics Display .......................................228 Wave Settings............................................261
Three-Dimensional Parameter Display .....229 Mosaic Glass Settings ...............................263
Special Effects...........................................229 Flag Settings ..............................................263
Global Effects............................................235 Twist Settings ............................................263
Three-Dimensional Transform Ripple Settings ..........................................264
Operations ........................................ 236 Rings Settings............................................266
Three-Dimensional Transform Basic Broken Glass Settings ...............................266
Operations ........................................236 Flying Bar Settings....................................266
Three-Dimensional Parameter Display .....238 Blind Settings ............................................267
Three-Dimensional Parameter Entry.........239 Split Settings..............................................267
Graphics Display .......................................239 Split Slide Settings ....................................267
Virtual Image Cancelation ........................240 Mirror Settings ..........................................268
Applying Special Effects (Common Multi Mirror Settings.................................268
Operations) ....................................... 241 Kaleidoscope Settings ...............................268
Applying Special Effects (Edge Lens Settings .............................................269
Effects) .............................................. 241
Circle Settings ...........................................269
Border Settings ..........................................241
Panorama Settings .....................................270
CG Border Settings ...................................242
Page Turn Settings.....................................270
Crop Settings .............................................243
Roll Settings ..............................................270
Beveled Edge Settings...............................244
Cylinder Settings .......................................271
Key Border Settings ..................................244
Sphere Settings ..........................................271
Art Edge Settings ......................................245
Explosion Settings.....................................271
Flex Shadow Settings ................................248
Swirl Settings ............................................272
Wipe Crop Settings ...................................251
Melt Settings..............................................272
Color Mix Settings ....................................253
Character Trail Settings.............................273
Applying Special Effects (Effects on the
Applying Special Effects (Lighting and
Overall Signal) .................................. 254
Recursive Effects) ............................ 273
Defocus Settings........................................254
Lighting Settings .......................................273
Blur Settings ..............................................254

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 Trail Settings .............................................275
Motion Decay Settings ..............................277
Chapter 13 Keyframes
Keyframe Strobe Settings..........................278 Regions .................................................... 312
Wind Settings ............................................279 Registers.................................................. 313
Spotlighting Settings .................................280 Keyframes................................................ 313
Applying Special Effects (Other Effects........................................................313
Effects) .............................................. 286 Saving and Recalling Effects ....................313
Background Settings .................................286 Effect Attributes ........................................313
Separate Sides Settings..............................287 Effect Editing ............................................314
Shaped Video Settings ..............................287 Time Settings.............................................314
Invert Settings ...........................................288 Paths ..........................................................315
Key Density Settings .................................288 Effect Execution ........................................318
Key Source Selection ................................288 Master Timelines .......................................318
Interpolation Settings ................................289 Sequence of Keyframe Operations............318
Corner Pinning Settings ............................290 Displaying the Timeline Menu................ 320
Global Effects .......................................... 291 Interpreting the Timeline Menu ................320
Overview ...................................................291 Timeline Menu Display Settings ...............321
Combiner Settings .....................................291 Recalling a Register................................ 322
Brick Settings ............................................295 Recalling a Register (Numeric Keypad
Shadow Settings ........................................296 Control Block) .................................322
Specifying the Region and Edit
Points ................................................ 324
Region Selection........................................324
Chapter 12 External Devices Edit Point Specification.............................324
Control of External Devices ................... 298 Creating and Editing Keyframes............ 325
Shared Functions for External Device Creating Keyframes...................................325
Control .............................................298 Inserting Keyframes ..................................326
Control of P-Bus Devices ....................... 299 Modifying Keyframes ...............................326
Creating and Editing the P-Bus Deleting Keyframes...................................327
Timeline ...........................................299 Moving Keyframes....................................328
P-Bus Trigger ............................................300 Copying Keyframes...................................328
Control of GPI Devices ........................... 301 Pause..........................................................328
Creating and Editing the GPI Timeline.....301 Keyframe Loop (Repeated Execution of a
Control of VTRs, Disk Recorders, and Specified Range)..............................328
Extended VTRs ................................. 303 Undoing an Edit Operation........................330
Controlling the Tape/Disk Transport ........303 Duration Mode Setting ..............................330
Displaying VTR/Disk Recorder/Extended Transition Mode Settings for User
VTR Information .............................305 Programmable DME ........................330
Cueup & Play ............................................306 Time Settings........................................... 333
VTR/Disk Recorder/Extended VTR Setting the Keyframe Duration..................333
Timeline ...........................................308 Setting the Effect Duration........................333
Disk Recorder/Extended VTR File Delay Setting .............................................333
Operations ........................................310 Path Settings ........................................... 334

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 Basic Path Setting Operations ...................334 Operations in the Misc >Snapshot Menu on a
Effect Execution ...................................... 336 Switcher Bank..................................354
Effect Execution (Utility/Shotbox Control
Block)...............................................336
Setting the Run Mode................................336
Saving Effects ......................................... 337 Chapter 15 Utility/Shotbox
Creating and Saving a Master Utility Overview ....................................... 355
Timeline............................................. 338 Utility Execution ...................................... 355
Creating and Saving a Master Timeline Utility Execution (Menu Panel) ................355
(Numeric Keypad Control Block)....338
Utility Execution (Utility/Shotbox Control
Creating and Saving a Master Timeline Block)...............................................356
(Menu) .............................................339
Utility Execution (Cross-Point Control
Recalling and Executing a Master Block)...............................................356
Timeline............................................. 340
Shotbox Overview................................... 357
Recalling and Executing a Master Timeline
Shotbox Register Creation..................... 358
(Flexi Pad Control Block)................340
Shotbox Register Creation (Numeric Keypad
Editing Registers..................................... 341
Control Block) .................................358
Effect Status Display .................................341
Shotbox Register Creation (Menu)............359
Effect Attribute Settings............................341
Shotbox Execution.................................. 360
Effect Register Editing ..............................342
Shotbox Execution (Numeric Keypad Control
Effect Register List View and Editing ......343 Block)...............................................360
Shotbox Execution (Flexi Pad Control
Block)...............................................360
Shotbox Execution (Utility/Shotbox Control
Chapter 14 Snapshots Block)...............................................361
Overview .................................................. 345 Shotbox Execution (Cross-Point Control
Snapshot Types .........................................345 Block)...............................................361
Snapshot Attributes ...................................345 Shotbox Register Editing ....................... 362
Snapshot Operations (Numeric Keypad
Control Block)................................... 346
Saving and Recalling Snapshots ...............346
Chapter 16 Macros
Snapshot Operations (Flexi Pad Control
Block) ................................................ 348 Macros...................................................... 363
Banks and Registers ..................................348 Overview ...................................................363
Saving and Recalling Snapshots ...............349 Macro Creation and Editing ......................364
Snapshot Operations (Menu) ................. 351 Macro Execution .......................................365
Selecting a Region or Reference Region...351 Macro Operations (Numeric Keypad
Setting Snapshot Attributes .......................351 Control Block and Utility/Shotbox
Snapshot Status Display ............................352 Control Block)................................... 366
Setting Key Snapshot Attributes ...............353 Recalling a Macro Register and Executing a
Creating and Saving a Master Snapshot....353 Macro ...............................................366
Snapshot Register Editing .........................353 Macro Creation and Editing ......................367
Snapshot Register List View and Saving a Macro..........................................370
Editing..............................................353

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Macro Operations (Flexi Pad Control Saving a Frame Memory File List.............399
Block) ................................................ 371 Batch File Operations ............................. 399
Recalling a Macro Register and Executing a Saving Files in Batch.................................399
Macro ...............................................371 Loading Files in Batch ..............................400
Macro Creation and Editing ......................372 Copying Files in Batch ..............................400
Saving a Macro..........................................373 Importing and Exporting Files ............... 401
Deleting a Macro .......................................373 Importing Frame Memory Data ................401
Macro Operations (Cross-Point Control Exporting Frame Memory Data ................401
Block) ................................................ 374 Directory Operations .............................. 402
Macro Operations (Menu)....................... 375 Creating a Directory ..................................402
Macro Register Editing .............................375 Renaming a Directory ...............................402
Online Editing of Macro Events................375 Protecting (Write Inhibit) a Directory .......402
Offline Editing of Macro Events ...............377 Deleting a Directory ..................................403
Macro Attachments................................. 380 Copying Files Between Unit IDs/Group
Setting and Canceling a Macro IDs...................................................... 403
Attachment.......................................381 Copying Files Between Different Unit
Displaying the Macro Attachment IDs....................................................403
Settings.............................................383 Copying Files Between Different Group
Executing a Macro by Macro IDs....................................................403
Attachment.......................................383 Saving Files Loaded by Autoload.......... 404
Menu Macros ........................................... 385
Recalling a Menu Macro Register and
Executing a Menu Macro.................385
Creating and Editing a Menu Macro .........386 Chapter 18 System Setup
Menu Macro Register Editing ...................388
Macro Timeline ........................................ 389 Settings Relating to the Network........... 406
Creating and Editing a Macro Timeline ....389 Setting the Group ID and Unit ID of the Menu
Panel.................................................406
Authenticating IP Addresses
Automatically...................................406
Chapter 17 Files Configuring the NFS Server......................406
Settings Relating to System
Overview of File Operations................... 391 Configuration.................................... 407
Operations on Individual Files............... 394 Selecting the Operation Mode ...................407
Detailed File Information ..........................394 Specifying the Switcher Controlled by the
Region Selection .......................................394 Control Panel ...................................407
Selecting a Device for Operation ..............395 Specifying the DME to Connect to the
Saving Files ...............................................395 Switcher ...........................................407
Loading Files.............................................396 Enabling the FM Data Port of the
Copying Files ............................................396 Switcher ...........................................408
Renaming Files..........................................397 Settings Relating to Signal Formats ..... 408
Deleting Files ............................................397 Setting the Signal Format ..........................408
Interconversion of Frame Memory Clips and Enabling Passage of 59.94 (2x) Format
Extended Clips .................................398 Signals on an AUX Bus ...................409
Creating Frame Memory Folders ..............398

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 Switching the Input Reference Signal for HD Inhibiting Operation on a Bank .................424
System..............................................409 Assigning a Single M/E to Two M/E
Setting Conversion Formats (Format Banks................................................424
Converter) ........................................410 Linking Switcher Bus and Router
Setting Conversion Formats (4K Up- Destinations......................................425
Converter) ........................................412 Linking Transitions Between Keyers ........426
Switching the Screen Aspect Ratio ...........412 Setting the Buttons and Fader Levers on the
Power-On (Startup) State Selection ...... 413 Key Fader Control Block .................426
Saving and Recalling Setup Data ..............414 Assigning a Region to the Region Selection
Selecting the Startup State.........................414 Buttons in the Numeric Keypad Control
Saving User-Defined Settings ...................414 Block ................................................427
Setting Automatic Loading of Register Data at Setting Transition Control Block Button
Power On (Autoload Function)........414 Assignments.....................................428
Reset and Initialization ........................... 415 Setting Independent Key Transition Control
Settings Relating to Installation and Block Button Assignments ..............428
Devices.............................................. 415 Setting Flexi Pad Control Block Button
Displaying Installation Detail Assignments.....................................428
Information ......................................415 Setting Utility/Shotbox Control Block Button
Installing Software ....................................415 Assignments.....................................429
Configuring Settings to Use the Setting Device Control Block (Trackball)
Software ...........................................416 Button Assignments .........................429
Adding User Texture Patterns ...................417 Setting Menu Panel Button
Assignments.....................................429
Registering a Frame Memory Clip with
Ancillary Data..................................420 Inhibiting Utility 2 Bus and Key
Operations ........................................429
Setting the DME Input/Output Signal
Format ..............................................420 Inhibiting DME Channel Selection
Operations ........................................430
Setting the Number of DMEs to Connect to the
Switcher ...........................................421 Cross-Point Settings............................... 430
Settings Relating to Device Creating Cross-Point Assign Tables..........430
Management ..................................... 421 Copying Cross-Point Assign Tables..........433
Setting the Date and Time .........................421 Selecting Cross-Point Assign Tables ........433
Using a Removable Drive .........................421 Exporting Source Names and Destination
Setting a Removable Drive as the Primary Names ..............................................433
Device ..............................................422 Assigning the [SIDE FLAG] Button .........433
Initializing the Local Drive .......................422 AUX Bus Control Block Settings ........... 434
Locking Setup Menu Settings ...................422 Setting the AUX Bus Operation Mode......434
Locking File Loading Operations .............423 Setting the Router Operation Mode...........434
Settings Relating to Button
Assignment....................................... 436
Assigning Functions to User Preference
Chapter 19 Control Panel Setup Buttons .............................................436
Assigning a Function to a Memory Recall
Settings Relating to Control Panel Button in the Utility/Shotbox Control
Configuration.................................... 424 Block ................................................439
Setting the Configuration for Each
Bank .................................................424

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 Assigning Functions to 1st Row/2nd Row Setting the State of Buttons that are Not
Buttons of the Cross-Point Control Lit.....................................................452
Block................................................443 Setting Beep Sound for Touch
Settings Relating to External Device Operation..........................................452
Connections...................................... 444 Calibrating the Touch Panel ......................452
Setting the Control Mode for P-Bus Setting the Menu to Display at Startup .....452
Devices.............................................444 Setting the Mouse Wheel Function when
Associating a Serial Port with a Device Setting Parameters ...........................452
Selection Button...............................444 Setting the Mouse Button Function when
Setting the AUX Bus Override Operation Setting Parameters ...........................452
Mode ................................................444
Settings Relating to Operation .............. 445
Setting the On-Air Tally............................445
Setting the Transition Rate Display Chapter 20 Switcher Setup
Mode ................................................445
Switcher Configuration........................... 453
Setting the Main Fader Lever....................445
Adjusting the Reference Phase..................453
Configuring Settings Relating to
Effects ..............................................445 Specifying the Video Switching
Timing..............................................453
Setting Source Names and Destination
Names ..............................................446 Setting the Operation Mode ......................453
Setting Flexi Pad Control Block Button Setting User Regions .................................454
Display and Operation .....................446 Assigning PGM/PST Logically to an
Setting the Button and Fader Lever Operation M/E ..................................................454
Mode ................................................446 Setting DME Channel Assignments..........455
Setting the Operation Mode of the [ALL] Setting the Side Flag Material and
Button in the Transition Control Operation..........................................455
Block................................................447 Setting the Keys and DME Channels used in a
Setting Device Control Block Button and CG Border........................................456
Trackball Operation .........................447 Settings Relating to Signal Inputs......... 456
Setting the Macro Execution Mode...........448 Setting Through Mode...............................456
Setting the Cross-Point Control Block to Key/ Setting the Video Process..........................456
AUX Bus Delegation Mode.............448 Setting the Input Signal Color Corrector...457
Setting Button and Indicator Status on the Setting the Illegal Color Limiter ...............457
Cross-Point Control Block/AUX Bus Selecting the Primary Input to use as the
Control Block...................................449 Format Converter .............................458
Configuring the Cross-Point Pad...............449 Setting the Frame Delay Function.............458
Setting the Display Mode of the Cross- Selecting the Format Converter Conversion
Point Control Block/AUX Bus Method .............................................458
Control Block...................................450 Setting the IP Converter Conversion
Setting Utility Bus Mode...........................451 Method .............................................460
Settings Relating to Control Panel Setting the 4K Up-Converter Conversion
Management ..................................... 451 Method .............................................461
Setting the Screen Saver............................451 Settings Relating to Signal Outputs...... 462
Setting Panel Sleep Mode .........................451 Assigning Output Signals ..........................462
Adjusting the Brightness ...........................451 Adjusting Video Clips ...............................462

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 Setting Vertical Blanking Interval Adjustment
and Through Mode...........................462 Chapter 21 DME Setup
Setting the Safe Title Area ........................463 Settings Relating to Signal Inputs......... 476
Cropping a 4:3 Mode Image in an HD Setting Initial Crop ....................................476
system ..............................................463
Setting the Illegal Color Limiter for Matte
Setting Format Converter Outputs ............463 Signals..............................................476
Configuring Multi Viewer.........................463 Adjusting DME System Phase ..................476
Enabling AUX Mix Transitions ................465 Setting the TBC Window Center
Settings Relating to Video Switching.... 465 Position ............................................477
Selecting the Bank to Configure ...............465 Settings Relating to Signal Outputs...... 477
Settings Relating to Keys, Wipes, Frame Adjusting the DME Output Video Clip
Memory, and Color Correction........ 467 Level ................................................477
Enabling the Input Signal and AUX Bus Color Setting the Monitor Output........................477
Corrector ..........................................467 Settings Relating to External Device
Setting the Video Process Memory ...........467 Connections...................................... 478
Setting Show Key......................................467 Setting the Editor Protocol ........................478
Setting the Key Auto Drop Function.........467 Setting the Editor Port Mode.....................478
Automatically Naming when Saving to Frame Setting DME GPI Inputs ...........................478
Memory............................................468 Setting DME GPI Outputs.........................479
Selecting the Bank to Configure ...............468
Settings Relating to Function Links...... 469
Setting a Cross-Point Button Link ............469
Setting a Link Table ..................................470 Chapter 22 DCU Setup
Linking Cross-Point Buttons and GPI Output
Ports .................................................470 Parallel Input Settings ............................ 480
Setting a Link Between M/E Banks ..........471 Assigning a GPI Input Port .......................480
Setting Key Transition Links ....................471 Releasing a GPI Input Port Assignment....481
Settings Relating to External Device GPI Input Settings ................................... 481
Connections...................................... 472 Configuring GPI Inputs .............................481
Setting the 9-Pin Port Device Interface.....472 Parallel Output Settings ......................... 483
Setting Switcher GPI Inputs ......................472 Assigning a GPI Output Port.....................483
Setting Switcher GPI Outputs ...................473 Releasing a GPI Output Port
Assignment ......................................483
Setting AUX Bus Control .........................474
GPI Output Settings ................................ 484
Setting the Interface Between the DME and
the Switcher .....................................474 Configuring GPI Outputs ..........................484
Setting AUX Bus Outputs and Re-entry Serial Port Settings ................................. 485
Inputs ...............................................475 Configuring Serial Port Settings................485
Setting the Key Off Mode for Control from an Configuring Detailed Settings for an External
Editor ...............................................475 Device Connected to the Serial
Port...................................................485

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Chapter 23 Router Interface and Chapter 25 Diagnosis
Tally Setup
Communications Status ......................... 498
Router Interface Settings ....................... 489 Communications Status Display ...............498
Assigning Switcher Inputs/Outputs to S-Bus
Space ................................................489
Setting External Boxes 1 to 12 ..................489
Tally Group Settings ............................... 490 Appendix
Wiring Settings........................................ 491
Configuring Wiring ...................................491 Wipe Pattern List..................................... 499
Modifying Wiring Settings........................491 Wipe Pattern List.......................................499
Deleting Wiring Settings ...........................491 DME Wipe Pattern List .............................500
Sorting Wiring Settings .............................491 Resizer DME Wipe Pattern List ................505
Tally Generation Settings....................... 492 Menu Tree ................................................ 506
Configuring Tally Generation ...................492 M/E-1 Menu ..............................................506
Modifying Tally Generation......................492 PGM/PST Menu ........................................509
Deleting Tally Generation .........................492 Color Bkgd Menu......................................511
Tally Copy Settings................................. 493 Aux Menu..................................................511
Configuring Tally Copy ............................493 CCR Menu.................................................511
Modifying Tally Copy...............................493 Frame Memory Menu................................512
Deleting Tally Copy ..................................493 Copy/Swap Menu ......................................513
Parallel Tally Settings ............................. 494 Misc Menu.................................................513
Configuring/Modifying Parallel Tally ......494 Status Menu...............................................513
Deleting Parallel Tally ..............................494 DME Menu................................................514
Serial Tally Settings ................................ 495 Global Effect Menu ...................................516
Configuring/Modifying Serial Tally .........495 Router Menu..............................................517
Configuring the Serial Tally Source Device Menu .............................................517
Address ............................................495 Macro Menu ..............................................517
Clearing Source Address Settings .............495 Key Frame Menu.......................................518
Effect Menu...............................................518
Snapshot Menu ..........................................520
Shotbox Menu ...........................................521
Chapter 24 User Setup File Menu ..................................................521
User Setup Menu .......................................522
Source Patching...................................... 496
Engineering Setup Menu ...........................523
Source Patching Operation Flow...............496
Diag Menu .................................................528
Exporting a User Source Name File to a
Removable Drive .............................496 Disabled Operation and Settings
Menus ................................................ 529
Creating a Patch Table (Conversion
Table) ...............................................496 Disabled Menus on the MVS-8000X ........529
Replacing Signal Pairs Using the Patch Disabled Menus in 4K Systems.................531
Table ................................................497 Menus Recalled by Pressing a Button
Twice ................................................. 543
Spotlighting ............................................. 547
Texture Patterns.........................................547

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 Shape Patterns ...........................................547
Functional Differences Between DME
Models ............................................... 548
Simple Connection of the MKS-8080/8082
AUX Bus Remote Panel ................... 550
Procedure for Simple Connection .............550
Setting Status of the MKS-8080/8082 in
Simple Connection...........................550
Macro File Editing Rules ........................ 551
Macro File Syntax .....................................551
Syntax of Event and Continue
Statements ........................................551
File Name ..................................................551
Saving and Loading a File.........................552
Errors .........................................................552
Correspondence Between Events and
Symbols ...........................................552
Symbols and Parameters ...........................553
Example of File Contents ..........................557
Content Displayed in Macro Attachment
List ..................................................... 558
M/E and PGM/PST Banks ........................558
AUX Bus Control Block ...........................559
Other Blocks..............................................560
Menu Operations Not Registered in a Menu
Macro................................................. 561
Data Saved by [Setup Define] and
[Initial Status Define]........................ 562
Data Saved by [Setup Define] ...................562
Data Saved by [Initial Status Define]........563
Error Messages ....................................... 565
Error Messages Displayed in the Error Status/
Error Log Menu ...............................565
Error Messages Appearing in a Message
Box...................................................566
Error Messages Shown in the Error
Information Menu ............................575
Maintenance ............................................ 576
Replacing Keytop Labels ..........................576
Cleaning the Control Panel .......................576

Index ........................................................ 577

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 Overview Chapter

System configuration and

1
Terms for system
Introduction features
System with installed option 4K system
boards and settings to
This manual is the User’s Guide for the MVS-8000X/ support 4K format
7000X Multi Format Switcher system. System with installed option HD system
This manual describes the operation of the system using boards and settings to
the ICP-X7000 Integrated Control Panel. support HDTV format
System with installed option SD system
boards and settings to
Devices and system nomenclature support SDTV format
Principal components and naming A system in which the control 6M/E system
The formal product names of the principal components of panel has six M/E banks
the MVS-8000X/7000X system and the terms used in this A system in which the control 5M/E system
manual are as follows. panel has five M/E banks
A system in which the control 4M/E system
Formal product name Terms used in this manual panel has four M/E banks
MVS-8000X Multi Format • MVS-8000X A system in which the control 3M/E system
Switcher Processor • Switcher panel has three M/E banks
• Switcher processor
A system in which the control 2M/E system
MVS-7000X Multi Format • MVS-7000X panel has two M/E banks
Switcher Processor • Switcher
• Switcher processor
About screenshots and illustrations
ICP-X7000 Integrated Control • ICP-X7000
Panel • Control panel The display of operation buttons and menu screens vary,
• Integrated control panel depending on the system configuration.
MKS-7470X DME Board Set • MKS-7470X/7471X
MKS-7471X Additional DME • DME
Board • DME board set

MVE-8000A Multi Format • MVE-8000A

DME Processor • DME
• DME processor
MVE-9000 Multi Format DME • MVE-9000
Processor • DME
• DME processor
MKS-X7700 System Interface • MKS-X7700
Unit • SIU
MKS-X2700 System Interface • MKS-X2700
Unit • SIU
Terms for system
The following terms are used for systems, depending on
the combination of installed options and the signal format.

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 50 format, and allows eight frames (four frames in 1080P
Features format) to be recalled simultaneously.
Link operation with DME
You can use a wide range of DME functions, including
The MVS-8000X/7000X Multi Format Switcher system DME wipes and processed key functions, as though they
boasts extensible high performance and multi- were part of the standard switcher function set.
functionality. The following are some of the principal
features of this system.
Designed for use in a live broadcasting
environment
System configuration flexibility
Flexible control panel layout
Multiformat support Because of its modular design, the various sections of the
This system supports both HDTV and SDTV signal control panel can be laid out as required. This allows a
formats. flexible layout appropriate to the system operation.
The format selection can be switched by a simple control
panel operation. High-performance user interface
The menu panel provides a large color LCD panel, with
Extensible system configuration rapid touch-panel menu selection.
By suitable combination of options, the switcher can be The buttons in the cross-point pad, Flexi Pad control block,
configured with various inputs and outputs, and different and utility/shotbox control block have LCD displays. The
numbers of M/E banks. The system offers the flexibility to functions names, status, wipe patterns, etc. have graphical
change and expand as required. representations that provide intuitive feedback, and aid
You can connect up to two MVE-8000A or MVE-9000 immediate decision making required in a live operating
DME processors, to provide up to eight channels of DME environment.
functionality. When the signal format is 1080P, you can
connect up to four MVE-8000A units.
For the MVS-7000X, by installing the optional MKS-
7470X/7471X DME board set, up to four channels of
DME functionality are available.
You can use a maximum of eight channels of DME
functionality in the whole switcher system.
Powerful external device interfaces
By connecting to a Sony routing switcher or similar, a
large system can be built. From the control panel, it is also
possible to operate other equipment, including VTRs and
disk recorders.
Powerful tally system
The complete system, including a routing switcher, can be
used to construct a tally system. The system can be adapted
to different applications and settings using multiple tally
outputs, including both on-air and recording tallies.

Comprehensive video manipulation

M/E banks
Each mix/effects bank (M/E bank) is equipped with eight
keyers, each of which is capable not only of chroma
keying, but also independent key transitions separate from
background transitions. The eight keys can be freely
combined, to carry out four different program outputs.
Powerful frame memory functions
The frame memory can hold approximately 1000 frames in
an HD system (approximately 2000 frames in 720P/59.94
format), or approximately 5000 frames in an SD system in
480i/59.94 format, or approximately 4000 frames in 576i/

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 Inserting and deleting a key
Basic Video Processing You can insert one or more of the eight keys (or
downstream keys 1 to 8 on the PGM/PST bank) into the
image.
This section introduces basic functions used for video If you select a key which is already inserted, the transition
processing on the switcher. will delete the key.
A simultaneous combination of deleting and inserting keys
is also possible.
Transition
In the M/E banks and PGM/PST bank, the switch from the
current video stream (appearing on the corresponding
program monitor) to a new video stream is referred to as a
transition.
In the M/E banks and PGM/PST bank, you can change one
image on the background or on keys 1 to 8 (downstream
keys 1 to 8 in the PGM/PST bank), and also vary the
combination of these simultaneously.
Insert Delete

Note
When the signal format is 1080P, only keys 1 to 4 can be Key 1
used.

The following are examples of basic transitions.

Key 2
Changing the background
A background transition switches from the video currently
selected on the background A bus (the current video) to the Inserting or deleting key 1 and key 2
video selected on the background B bus (the new video).

Background A
Key 1

Transition
Transition

Key 2

Background B
Deleting key 1 and inserting key 2

In the default selection of flip-flop mode (see page 95), the

background always switches in the direction A bus t B
bus. When the transition completes, the cross-point
selections on the A and B buses are interchanged.

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Simultaneously changing the background • Wipe
and keys • DME Wipe
• Clip transition
You can change one or more of the eight keys • Cut
(downstream keys 1 to 8 on the PGM/PST bank) and the
background at the same time.
There are two modes for carrying out a transition: auto
transitions are carried out by a button operation, and
manual transitions are carried out using the fader lever. It
Key 1 is also possible to combine these two modes.

Independent key transition

In addition to common transitions, it is possible to carry
out independent transitions on the keyers of the M/E banks
and PGM/PST bank.
By carrying out an independent key transition in
Transition
combination with a common transition, different transition
types can be used for the background and keys.

The following compares the independent key transition

with a common transition, taking a simultaneous change of
the background and key as an example.
Video used in the transition
Key 2

Changing the background and keys 1 to 2 simultaneously

Key 1

Background A

Key 2

Transition

Background B

Key 3
Key 4

Changing the background and keys 1 to 4 simultaneously Key to insert

Selecting the transition type determines the way in which

the transition occurs. Effect of a common transition
The following transition types are available. In the case shown in the previous illustration, carrying out
• Mix a common transition produces the following change in the
• NAM (non-additive mix) image.
• Super mix
• Preset color mix (color matte)

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 Each M/E bank and the PGM/PST bank has eight keyers,
Transition type: wipe and all of these keyers provide the same functions.
You can use the following key types (methods of
processing the key source).
• Luminance key
• Linear key
• Color vector key
• Chroma key
• Wipe pattern key
• Key wipe pattern key

Key modifiers
You can apply borders and other modifiers to the edge of
the key image.

Masks
Same wipe is applied to background and key.
A mask allows a part of the image to be replaced by the
background or a key. You can correct the image, such as
Effect of use with an independent key transition unwanted holes that appear in the background or when a
The key is inserted with an independent key transition as key is not the desired shape, using masks.
the background changes with a common transition,
providing the following result.
Resizer
Transition type: wipe Independent key transition This function allows you to apply effects, such as zoom,
type: wipe movement, or aspect ratio change to a part of a created key.
The following functions are available.
• Two-dimensional transform of keys
• Rotation of keys
• Resizer interpolation settings
• Resizer crop/border settings
• Resizer CG border settings
• Resizer effect settings (wide key border, drop shadow,
edge enhancement, mosaic, defocus, mask)

For details, see “Keys” (page 105).

Wipes
Different wipe patterns are applied to the A wipe is a transition from the current video stream to a
background and key transitions. new video stream, using a wipe pattern.
Changing the background by means of a wipe is referred to
as a “background wipe,” and inserting or deleting a key
For details, see “Signal Selection and Transitions” with a wipe is termed a “key wipe.”
(page 74). There are two types of wipe: those that can be selected in
a common transition, and those that can be selected in an
independent key transition.
Keys The patterns that can be used for a wipe are as follows.
• Standard wipes
A key is an effect in which a part of the background image • Enhanced wipes
is replaced by an image or superimposed text. The signal • Rotary wipes
determining how the background is cut out is termed the • Mosaic wipes
“key source,” and the signal that replaces the cut-out part • Random/diamond dust wipes
is termed the “key fill.” The system component
responsible for processing a key is referred to as a “keyer.” You can combine two selected patterns (referred to as
“main” and “sub”) to create a new pattern (pattern mix).

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You can also specify the wipe direction, or set the pattern Copy and Swap
position, applying various changes and modifiers to the
This function can be used to copy and swap the settings
selected wipe pattern.
between M/E banks and PGM/PST bank, and between
keyers.
For details, see “Wipes” (page 138).
The following settings can be copied or swapped.
• Settings for the M/E banks and PGM/PST bank
• Keyer settings
DME Wipes • Wipe settings
• Independent key wipe settings
A DME wipe is a wipe transition that uses a DME effect to • DME wipe settings
change from one video image to the next. • Independent key DME wipe settings
There are two types of DME wipe: those which can be • Matte color settings (color 1, color 2, and how to
selected for a normal transition, and those which can be compose them)
selected for an independent key transition. • Color settings
The patterns that can be used for a DME wipe are as • DME channel settings
follows. • Format converter input settings (copy only)
Slide, Squeeze, Split, Door, Flip tumble, Mirror, Sphere, • Format converter output settings (copy only)
Character trail, Wave, Ripple, Page turn, Roll, Frame in-
out, Picture-in-picture, 2D trans, 3D trans, Sparkle, Split For details, see “Copy and Swap” (page 191).
slide, Mosaic, Defocus, Brick, and User programmable
DME

You can also specify the wipe direction, or set the pattern Video Process
position, applying various changes and modifiers to the
The term “video process” is applied to adjustments to the
selected DME wipe pattern.
gain, hue, and black level of the input video signal. There
are two types of adjustment: adjustment for each input
Resizer DME wipes signal and adjustment for each bus.
Using the resizer, you can carry out key DME wipes.
For details, see “Video Process” (page 198).
For details, see “DME Wipes” (page 151).

Color Corrector
Frame Memory
The color corrector enables video signal color correction
Frame memory is a function for using a still image or video (black balance/white balance adjustment, gamma
(frame memory clip) as material for editing. correction, knee correction, etc.).
You can create a still image by capturing a frame of input The color corrector includes the following adjustments.
video or a clip by specifying a range of input video. The • Input video processing
created images and clips can be written to memory for • Primary color correction
playback, editing, and output. • Secondary color correction
• Luminance processing
For details, see “Frame Memory” (page 166). • Spot colors
• Output video processing
• YUV/RGB clips
Color Backgrounds For details, see “Color Corrector” (page 200).
This function can be used to obtain color background
video.
Two color signals generated from the dedicated generators Side Flags
can be switched or mixed, and then output.
The term “side flags” refers to the areas to the left and right
For details, see “Color Backgrounds” (page 190). of an image with aspect ratio 4:3 embedded within a 16:9
frame, with these areas filled with a separate image
selected from the utility 1 bus.

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 Program output for “Main”

Background B
Background A

Image to fill the side flag Input source with

areas (signal selected aspect ratio 4:3
from utility 1 bus)

Enable side flags

Key (key 1 to key 8 are available

on the main side.)

Side flag area Side flag area

For details, see “Side Flags” (page 208).

Program output for “Sub”

Multi Program 2
Background B
This function divides a single M/E switcher bank into two (signal from utility 3 bus)
Background A
(“main” and “sub”). You can this function to create images (signal from utility 2 bus)
separately on each. For example, during broadcast of
sports events, two versions of the scene can be provided as
shown below, and switched simultaneously.

Key (key 2 to key 8 are available on

the sub side.)

For details, see “Multi Program 2” (page 211).

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4K Support
Creation of Special
4K image processing is supported by installing 4K upgrade
software and switcher upgrade software. Effects and Management
For details about the switcher configuration required for of Data and Operations
4K support, contact your Sony service or sales
representative.
This section introduces functions used for creation of
special effects, control of external devices or switcher
For details, see “4K System” (page 218).
operations, and data management.

Digital Multi Effects (DME)

When used with the switcher, DME allows you to add
three-dimensional effects such as image movement,
rotation, magnification and shrinking, as well as a wide
variety of special effects.
Each channel can be used on its own or in combination
with other channels, which allows you to create advanced
effects with more complexity.
The following types of DME special effects are available.
• Edge effects: Border, CG Border, Crop, Beveled Edge,
Key Border, Art Edge, Flex Shadow, Wipe Crop
• Effects for entire image: Defocus, Blur, Multi Move
• Video image effects: Sepia, Mono, Posterization,
Solarization, Nega, Contrast, Mosaic, Mask, Sketch,
Metal, Dim and Fade, Glow
• Freeze effects
• Nonlinear effects: Wave, Mosaic Glass, Flag, Twist,
Ripple, Rings, Broken Glass, Flying Bar, Blind, Split,
Split Slide, Mirror, Multi Mirror, Kaleidoscope, Lens,
Circle, Panorama, Page Turn, Roll, Cylinder, Sphere,
Explosion, Swirl, Melt, Character Trail
• Corner pinning effect
• Lighting effects: Lighting, Spotlighting
• Recursive effects: Trail, Motion Decay, Keyframe
Strobe, Wind
• Background color settings
• Separate Sides (effects for front and back sides)
• Signal inversion (Invert effect)
• Key density adjustment
• Key source selection
• Color mix settings
Global effects
Global effects are special effects created by combining the
images of successive channels.
The following types of global effects are available.
• Combiner
• Brick
• Shadow

For details, see “DMEs” (page 223).

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External Device Control Snapshots
You can operate this system while controlling the The term “snapshot” refers to a function whereby the
following types of external device. various settings required to apply a particular effect to an
• P-Bus (Peripheral II protocol) devices image are saved in a register as a set of data, for recall as
• GPI devices required, to recover the original state.
• VTRs Snapshots are classified as follows.
• Disk recorders (video disk communications protocol, • Snapshots applying to a particular region (functional
Odetics protocol) block of the switcher or DME)
• Extended VTRs (Abekas A53 protocol) • Master snapshots
• Key snapshots
For details about the devices that can be connected, • Wipe snapshots
consult your Sony representative. • DME wipe snapshots

For details, see “Snapshots” (page 345).

You can also control an external device by registering
timeline keyframes beforehand.
Utility
For details, see “External Devices” (page 298).
The utility function allows you to assign an arbitrary action
or a shortcut for frequently used menu to a particular
Keyframes button, to instantly recall the action or menu by pressing
the button.
A keyframe represents an instantaneous state of an image,
which can be saved in a register and recalled for reuse. By For details, see “Utility Overview” (page 355).
arranging a number of keyframes on the time axis, and
interpolating between successive keyframes, you can
create a “keyframe effect” in which there is a continuous Shotbox
change from each keyframe to the next.
The shotbox function allows you to recall any snapshot or
The following figure shows three keyframes created with keyframe effect for specified regions (see page 312)
a wipe pattern (the circle) in different positions, simultaneously.
interpolated to create the effect shown.
For details, see “Shotbox Overview” (page 357).
Background A Image created by interpolation
Background B
Macros
The macro function allows you to store a sequence of
signal selections and other operations on the control panel
Keyframe 1 Keyframe 2 Keyframe 3 as data in memory (macro register), and then recall the
data, when required, to automatically execute the same
sequence of operations.
The individual control panel operations constituting a
macro are termed “events.”
Macros also provide the following functions.
Menu macros
Effect execution The menu macro function allows you to register menu
operations as events, which can be recalled, when
Example of keyframes and effect execution required, to automatically execute the same menu
operations.
You can save the sequence of keyframes representing a
single effect in a register. Then by recalling this register, Macro timeline
you can replay the same effect. You can automatically execute a sequence of macro recall/
execute actions by registering them on a timeline, in the
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Macro attachment
The macro attachment function allows you to assign a
control panel button or a particular position of a fader lever
Setup
to a macro register, linking the execution of the button
function or a fader lever operation with a macro execution.
Various settings are required, in order to operate the
switcher, control panel, DME, external devices, and so on,
For details, see “Macros” (page 363).
connected together in a single system.
This is referred to as “setup.” You perform the setup
operations from the Engineering Setup menu (hereinafter
File Operations called the Setup menu).

You can save register data, including setup information The settings in the Setup menu are grouped under the
and snapshot information, as a file on a local drive or following headings.
removable drive, and recall it as required.
Images in frame memory can be imported from an external System setup (System)
device, converted to a different format, and then saved.
For details, see “System Setup” (page 405).
For details, see “Files” (page 391).
Panel setup (Panel)

For details, see “Control Panel Setup” (page 424).

Switcher setup (Switcher)

For details, see “Switcher Setup” (page 453).

DME setup (DME)

For details, see “DME Setup” (page 476).

DCU setup (DCU)

For details, see “DCU Setup” (page 480).

Router/tally setup (Router/Tally)

For details, see “Router Interface and Tally Setup”

(page 489).

User setup (User Setup)

For details, see “User Setup” (page 496).

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System Configuration

System Configuration Example

Monitor

VTR DDR
BKS-R series

MVS-8000X/7000X MKS-X7700
Multi Format Switcher Processor System Interface Unit

POWER A

POWER B

PoE
Ethernet switch

PWS-100SC1
Switcher Control Station

MKS-X7011
Menu Panel

MKS-X7075
Extension Adaptor

ICP-X7000
Integrated Control Panel

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Control Panel Connection Example

MVS-8000X/7000X
Multi Format Switcher Processor

Connection with video device via SDI interface

MKS-X7700
System Interface Unit

Reference
video signal

To AC supply

To AC supply

PWS-100SC1
Switcher Control Station
Reference video signal

PoE
Ethernet switch BKS-R series

MKS-X7011
Menu Panel

To AC adaptor To AC adaptor

MKS-X7075
Extension Adaptor

Per row
MKS-X7075
ICP-X7000
Extension Adaptor
Integrated Control Panel
To AC adaptor
To AC adaptor

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 Menus and Control Panel Chapter 2
Names and Functions of Parts of the Control Panel
The maximum number of M/E banks supported by the Note
MVS-8000X/7000X system is given below.
On the MVS-8000X, M/E-5 cannot be used. M/E-5
MVS-8000X operation and settings are disabled, even if they appear in
Five M/E banks maximum (PGM/PST, M/E-1 to M/E-4) the menu.
MVS-7000X
Six M/E banks maximum (PGM/PST, M/E-1 to M/E-5) For details, see “Disabled Menus on the MVS-8000X”
(page 529).

Control Panel Configuration

The ICP-X7000 integrated control panel provides flexible b) There are three types of modules with varying numbers of cross-point
buttons: 36 buttons (MKS-X7017), 28 buttons (MKS-X7018), and 20
support for a combination of several modules. buttons (MKS-X7019).
The name of each control block and the supported modules
are given below.

Control block Module

Cross-point control MKS-X7017, MKS-X7018,
block MKS-X7019 a) b)
AUX bus control block
Transition control block MKS-X7020
Transition control block MKS-X7021
(simple type)
Independent key MKS-X7023
transition control block
Flexi Pad control block MKS-X7024
Key control block MKS-X7035
Key fader control block MKS-X7032
Numeric keypad control MKS-X7026
block
Device control block MKS-X7031TB
(trackball)
Utility/shotbox control MKS-X7033
block
Menu panel MKS-X7011

a) The cross-point control block and AUX bus control block use the same
module. You can set which control block the module is used as in the
Setup menu.

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4M/E configuration example using 36-button modules for cross-point control block and AUX bus
control block

M/E-2 bank Menu panel (page 57)

AUX bus control block
M/E-1 bank (page 53)

Key control block (page 42)

Device control block

(page 46)

Utility/shotbox control
block (page 51)

Cross-point control block (page 30) Numeric keypad control block (page 49)

PGM/PST (program/preset) bank Flexi Pad control block (page 40)

M/E-3 bank Transition control block (page 35)

M/E configuration example using transition control block (simple type)

Independent key transition control block (page 39)

Transition control block (simple type) (page 38) Key fader control block
(page 44)

Cross-Point Control Block

The cross-point control block is used to select the signals
to be used in the M/E banks and PGM/PST bank.

Notes
• To use as a cross-point control block, the control panel
target row must be set to an M/E row or P/P row in the
Engineering Setup >Panel >Config menu (7321).
For details, see “Setting the Configuration for Each
Bank” (page 424).
• In the case of the MVS-8000X, only the premium inputs
(inputs to the switcher premium input connectors 1 to
20) can be selected as key signals on M/E-4.

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 a Button rows

d Cross-point pad

1st row

2nd row

b Display

c Cross-point
indicators
3rd row

4th row

a Button rows Name Description

Used as cross-point buttons for selecting signals and
2nd row • Selects the following bus signals
functions. selected using the cross-point
The 1st row buttons can also be used as 2nd row delegation pad delegation buttons.
buttons (key/AUX bus delegation mode). Key busa), utility bus, DME
external video bus, DME utility
Name Description bus
1st row • Selects the following bus signals • Selects the following functions
selected using the cross-point when utility/shotbox bank is
pad delegation buttons. selected using the cross-point
Key busa), utility bus, DME pad delegation buttons (utility/
external video bus, DME utility shotbox mode). b)
bus Utility command, menu shortcut,
• Selects the following functions macro recall, shotbox recall
when utility/shotbox bank is • Selects the shifted signal on the
selected using the cross-point background B bus when the
pad delegation buttons (utility/ [DUAL BKGD BUS] button of the
shotbox mode). b) cross-point pad is lit (dual
Utility command, menu shortcut, background bus mode).
macro recall, shotbox recall • Selects the DME utility 1 bus or 2
• Selects the shifted signal on the bus signal while the [UTIL] button
background A bus when the of the cross-point pad is pressed
[DUAL BKGD BUS] button of the (utility bus mode). c)
cross-point pad is lit (dual • Selects the bus signal or utility/
background bus mode). shotbox function selected by the
• Selects the DME external video 1st row delegation button when
bus signal while the [UTIL] button key/AUX bus delegation mode is
of the cross-point pad is pressed set.
(utility bus mode). c) For details, see “Key/AUX bus
• Selects the bus or utility/shotbox delegation mode” (page 34).
bank when key/AUX bus 3rd row • Selects background A bus
delegation mode is set. signal.
For details, see “Key/AUX bus • Selects the utility 1 bus signal
delegation mode” (page 34). while the [UTIL] button of the
cross-point pad is pressed (utility
bus mode). c)

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Name Description For details, see “Setting the [SHIFT] button operation
mode” (page 432).
4th row • Selects background B bus
signal.
• Selects the utility 2 bus signal SHIFT ALL button
while the [UTIL] button of the You can switch the cross-point button rows on all buses to
cross-point pad is pressed (utility the shifted state using the [SHIFT ALL] button assigned to
bus mode). c) the cross-point pad. The [SHIFT ALL] button operation
can be set to hold mode or lock mode in the Setup menu.
a) When a cross-point button is pressed, a key fill signal is selected. When a
cross-point button is pressed while pressing a delegation button, a key For details, see “Setting the [SHIFT ALL] button
source signal is selected.
b) Utility/shotbox mode functions are assigned in the Setup menu. The operation mode” (page 432).
settings are common to the M/E and PGM/PST banks.
For details, see “Assigning Functions to 1st Row/2nd Row Buttons of the
Cross-Point Control Block” (page 443). Note
c) You can change the bus assignment and operation mode of the [UTIL]
button in the Setup menu. The [SHIFT ALL] button is not available when a M/E or
For details, see “Setting Utility Bus Mode” (page 451) and “Setting the PGM/PST bank is in the following states.
[UTIL] button operation mode” (page 447).
• When dual background bus mode is set
Cross-point button numbers • When set to [Dual M/E Assign]
The button numbers are labeled on the cross-point buttons. • When the operation of the [SHIFT] button of a cross-
point button row is set to hold mode
For details, see “Cross-point control block button
numbers” (page 79). Cross-point hold function
Setting cross-point hold enables you to recall a keyframe
Assigning signals to button numbers or snapshot while keeping the current cross-point selection
You can assign a signal to each button number in the Setup unchanged.
menu.
When cross-point hold is set, use the cross-point hold
For details, see “Creating Cross-Point Assign Tables” buttons of the cross-point pad.
(page 430). To set for each bus, press the cross-point hold button for
the target bus, turning the button indicator on.
Colors of lit cross-point buttons To set for each cross-point button row, press the 1st row to
The status of cross-point buttons can be checked according 4th row cross-point hold buttons, turning the button
to the color of the button when lit. indicators on.

For details, see “Colors of lit cross-point buttons” You can check whether cross-point hold is set for a key bus
(page 81). (K1 to K8), utility bus (U1, U2), or background bus (A, B)
on the cross-point hold status display assigned to the cross-
Re-entry buttons point pad button.
Re-entry buttons are assigned to the cross-point button Inhibiting operation of a cross-point button row
rows (M/E-4 and M/E-5 re-entry buttons must be assigned (protect function)
in the Setup menu). Re-entry buttons can also be assigned To inhibit operation of buttons on the 1st to 4th rows, press
to the cross-point pad. the [ROW-1 PROT] to [ROW-4 PROT] buttons on the
cross-point pad, turning them on.
For details about re-entry buttons, see “Re-entry buttons”
(page 76). Inhibiting operation of a cross-point button row
(inhibit function)
SHIFT button To inhibit operation of a cross-point button, press and hold
The [SHIFT] button function is assigned to the button on the [XPT INHBT SET] button on the cross-point pad, and
the right-hand end, and is used to toggle between the press the target cross-point button you want to inhibit. To
shifted and unshifted states of the button row. release the inhibit setting, press and hold the [XPT INHBT
The operation of the [SHIFT] button can be set to one of SET] button on the cross-point pad, and press the target
the following modes in the Setup menu. cross-point button you want to release.
• The shifted state is selected while the button is pressed To release the inhibit setting for all buttons, press and hold
(hold mode). the [XPT INHBT SET] button on the cross-point pad, and
• Every time the button is pressed, it toggles between press the [XPT INHBT ALLCLR] button.
shifted and unshifted states (lock mode).
You can also disable the [SHIFT] button function. For details about the inhibit function, see “Inhibiting
Operation of Cross-point Buttons” (page 80).

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b Display You can assign functions to each button in the Setup menu.
Six types of display mode can be selected, according to the You can set up 14 pages of settings and assign an arbitrary
information to display. The display mode is switched using name to each M/E and PGM/PST bank.
the display mode buttons on the cross-point pad.
The following information can be shown on the display. For details, see “Configuring the Cross-Point Pad”
• Settings of buttons on the 1st row to 4th row (signal (page 449).
name, bus name, register name, or function name
assigned to the button) Use the following buttons to navigate the cross-point pad
• Macro register name of macro attachment assigned to pages.
the 1st to 4th row buttons • [HOME] button: Displays the HOME page configured
in the Setup menu.
Notes • [<<] button: Displays the previous page (page name
below <<).
• When the [SHIFT] button function is set, “SHFT” • [>>] button: Displays the next page (page name below
appears on the display. When the shifted state is selected, >>).
“SHFT” is highlighted in reverse video, and the button • Button assigned with page recall function: Displays the
information also toggles to show the shifted display. page configured in the Setup menu.
• When the [SIDE FLAG] button function is set, “SIDE
FLAG” appears on the display. If the current page name indicator button is pressed, or the
[<<] button and [>>] button are pressed simultaneously,
The information shown in each display mode is configured the cross-point pad changes to page selection display
in the Setup menu. The display can also be subdivided (top mode, and you can press a button, turning it on, to select
and bottom) to display two pieces of information. the page to display. To exit page selection display, press
the [EXIT] button.
For details, see “Setting the Display Mode of the Cross-
Point Control Block/AUX Bus Control Block” (page 450). The following functions can be assigned to the cross-point
pad of the cross-point control block.
c Cross-point indicators
When lit, this indicates the source color of the video signal Button name a) Description
assigned to buttons on the 3rd row. HOME Displays the HOME page of the
If a signal cannot be selected, because a signal is not cross-point pad.
assigned or the inhibit setting is set, the indicator is not lit.
PREV Displays the previous page of the
You can set whether to enable the cross-point indicator in (<< XXX) cross-point pad.
the Setup menu. XXX = page name (up to 12
characters)
For details, see “Setting cross-point indicators” NEXT Displays the next page of the cross-
(page 449). (>> XXX) point pad.
XXX = page name (up to 12
d Cross-point pad characters)
Contains button assignments for functions used for cross- Row-n Assign Status Displays the bus/function names
point operations, status display, and so on. (XXX) assigned to the 1st row to 4th row.
n = 1 to 4
XXX = bus/function name
Current page Current Page Status Displays the name of the currently
name indicator (PAGE 1 XXX to displayed page.
HOME button button PAGE14 XXX) XXX = page name (up to 12
characters)
M/E Status Displays the name of the currently
(P/P, M/E1 to M/E5) set bank.
Disp Mode Status Displays the name of the currently
(DISP: XXX) set display mode.
XXX = display mode name (up to
12 characters)
Macro Reg Status Displays the name of the currently
(MACRO: XXX) recalled macro register.
XXX = macro register name (up to
8 characters)
PRE MACRO Sets macro attachment in pre
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Button name a) Description Button name a) Description
POST MACRO Sets macro attachment in post ROW-n P/P OUT6 c) Loads images (OUT6) from the
macro mode. ROW-n M/E-1 OUT6 to PGM/PST and M/E-1 to M/E-5
ROW-n M/E-5 OUT6 c) banks into the 1st row to 4th row
MACRO ATTACH Enables macro attachments
(XXX) (re-entry buttons).
ENABLE assigned to buttons of the M/E
n = 1 to 4
banks and PGM/PST bank.
XXX = Name set to P/P OUT6, M/
DISP MODE1 to DISP Selects display mode 1 to 6 (display E-1 OUT6 to M/E-5 OUT6
MODE6 mode button).
UTIL b) Assigns the specified bus to the 1st
(XXX) XXX = display mode name (up to
row to 4th row in utility bus mode.
12 characters)
SHIFT ALL c) Switches the cross-point button
ROW-n KEY1 to ROW- Assigns key 1 to 8 buses to the 1st
rows on all buses to the shifted
n KEY8 b) row or 2nd row.
state.
(KEY1 to KEY8) n = 1 or 2
XPTPAD COPY Copies the cross-point pad settings.
ROW-n UTIL1 b) Assigns utility 1 and 2 buses to the
ROW-n UTIL2 b) 1st row or 2nd row. AUX MIX d)
Executes an AUX mix transition
(UTL1, UTL2) n = 1 or 2 when the AUX bus is selected.
ROW-n DME EXT b) Assigns DME external video bus to KEY d) Selects the signal on the key side in
(DME EXT) the 1st row or 2nd row. the 2nd row.
n = 1 or 2
XPT INHBT SET Sets/releases inhibit mode for
ROW-n DME UTIL1 b) Assigns DME utility 1 and 2 buses cross-point buttons.
ROW-n DME UTIL2 b) to the 1st row or 2nd row.
XPT INHBT ALLCLR Releases inhibit mode for all cross-
(DME UTL1, DME n = 1 or 2
point buttons.
UTL2)
DUAL BKGD BUS Toggles dual background bus
ROW-n UTIL/SBOX1 Assigns utility/shotbox bank 1 to 10
mode.
to ROW-n UTIL/ to the 1st row or 2nd row.
SBOX10 b) n = 1 or 2 ROW-n PROT c) Inhibits button operation on the 1st
(UTL/SB 1 to UTL/ row to 4th row.
SB10) n = 1 to 4
Xpt Hold Status Displays buses for which cross- MACRO TAKE Executes a macro take operation.
(XPTHLD: AB U12 point hold is set. (TAKE)
K1234 K5678)
Macro Status Displays the macro status.
XPTHLD BKGD A Sets cross-point hold for the (EVENT XX/XX) XX/XX = executed event number /
XPTHLD BKGD B background A or B bus. total number of events
XPTHLD KEY1 to Sets cross-point hold key 1 to 8 MACRO:XXX Recalls a macro register (1 to 250).
XPTHLD KEY8 buses. (XXX) XXX = macro register name (up to
8 characters)
XPTHLD UTIL1 Sets cross-point hold for the utility 1
XPTHLD UTIL2 and 2 buses.
(XPTHLD UTL1, a) Button name when setting in the Setup menu. When the display differs
XPTHLD UTL2) from that on the cross-point pad, the button name shown in parentheses
( ) is displayed.
XPTHLD DME EXT Sets cross-point hold for the DME b) Disabled in key/AUX bus delegation mode.
external video bus. c) 1st row is disabled in key/AUX bus delegation mode.
d) Enabled in key/AUX bus delegation mode only.
XPTHLD DME UTIL1 Sets cross-point hold for the DME
XPTHLD DME UTIL2 utility 1 and 2 buses.
(XPTHLD DME UTL1, Key/AUX bus delegation mode
XPTHLD DME UTL2)
Setting key/AUX bus delegation mode in the Setup menu
ROW-n XPTHLD c) Sets cross-point hold for the buses allows you to use the 1st row buttons as 2nd row
(XPT HOLD) assigned to the 1st row to 4th row.
n = 1 to 4 delegation buttons.
ROW-n P/P OUT1 c) Loads images (OUT1) from the
ROW-n M/E-1 OUT1 to PGM/PST and M/E-1 to M/E-5
For details, see “Setting the Cross-Point Control Block to
ROW-n M/E-5 OUT1 c) banks into the 1st row to 4th row Key/AUX Bus Delegation Mode” (page 448).
(XXX) (re-entry buttons).
n = 1 to 4 You can assign the following bus/function delegation
XXX = Name set to P/P OUT1, M/ buttons to the 1st row.
E-1 OUT1 to M/E-5 OUT1
KEY1 to KEY81), UTIL1, UTIL2, DME EXT, DME
UTIL1, DME UTIL2, EDIT PVW, AUX1 to AUX48,
FMS1, FMS2, DME1 V to DME8 V2), DME1 K to DME8
K2), CCR1, CCR2, UTIL/SBOX1 to UTIL/SBOX10

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1) When a 2nd row button is pressed, a key fill signal is selected. When a 2nd signal is selected. When a cross-point button on the 2nd
row button is pressed while pressing a 1st row delegation button, a key
source signal is selected.
row is pressed without pressing the [KEY] button, the
2) When a 2nd row button is pressed, a front image signal is selected. When video signal is selected.
a 2nd row button is pressed while pressing a 1st row delegation button, a When a key source signal is selected and an operation
rear image signal is selected.
mode that allows you to select both a key signal and video
signal is set in the Setup menu, the [KEY] button is
Notes enabled. In key source signal operations, when the [KEY]
• In key/AUX bus delegation mode, the cross-point pad button is pressed, turning it on, and a cross-point button on
delegation buttons are not available. the 2nd row is pressed, the key signal is selected. When the
• The operation of the [SHIFT] button in the 2nd row in [KEY] button is not lit and a cross-point button on the 2nd
key/AUX bus delegation mode is the operation mode set row is pressed, the video signal is selected.
by the cross-point assign table assigned to the switcher Information for the key signal or video signal, whichever
bank (M/E or P/P), regardless of the bus selected in the is selected, appears on the display.
1st row.
For details, see “Setting the Button and Fader Lever
KEY button Operation Mode” (page 446).
When a cross-point button on the 2nd row is pressed while
pressing the [KEY] button on the cross-point pad, the key

Transition Control Block

The transition control block is used to execute transitions.
It supports common transitions and independent key
transition.

a Display d Independent key transition execution

section

b Transition settings section

b Transition settings section c Transition execution section

a Display • Center display: State (highlighted in reverse video when

The following information is displayed. on) and priority of key 1 to key 4
• Left-side display: Target bank name (M/E1 to M/E5, P/ • Right-side display: State (highlighted in reverse video
P) when on) and priority of key 5 to key 8

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For details about priority of keys, see “Displaying the Key Button name Description
Output Status and Priority” (page 86).
PRIOR SET (priority Sets the key priority.
set) For details, see “Setting the Key
b Transition settings section Priority (Transition Control Block)”
Used in the assignment of functions, such as selecting (page 85).
transitions and making settings, to buttons.
You can change the assignment of buttons in the Setup Transition type selection buttons
menu. These select the transition type.
• MIX button
For details, see “Setting Transition Control Block Button • NAM (non-additive mix) button
Assignments” (page 428). • SUPER MIX button
• PST (preset) COLOR MIX button
Next transition selection buttons • WIPE button
These buttons specify how the image will be changed as a • DME WIPE button
result of the next transition. • FM1&2 CLIP, FM3&4 CLIP, FM5&6 CLIP, FM7&8
CLIP (frame memory clip) buttons
Button name Description (The [FM3&4 CLIP], [FM5&6 CLIP], and [FM7&8
BKGD (background) Press the button, turning it on, to CLIP] buttons must be assigned in the Setup menu.)
change the background using the
next transition. For details about transition types, see “Transition Type”
KEY1 to KEY8 • Press the [KEY1] button, turning (page 82).
it on, to insert or remove key 1
using the next transition. When multi-program mode is selected, there may be cases in
If key 1 is not currently inserted, it which two or more transition type selection buttons are lit.
will be inserted by the transition.
If key 1 is currently inserted, it will For details about multi-program mode, see “Setting the
be removed by the transition.
Operation Mode” (page 453).
• The same applies to the [KEY2]
to [KEY8] buttons.
Wipe direction selection buttons
KEY1/5, KEY2/6, (Assignment in the Setup menu is These buttons select the wipe direction when the transition
KEY3/7, KEY4/8, required.)
ADD, SHIFT • Press the [KEY1/5] button, type is a wipe or DME wipe.
turning it on, to insert or remove
Button name Description
key 1 using the next transition.
Press the [SHIFT] button, turning NORM (normal) The wipe proceeds in the direction
it on, and press the [KEY1/5] from black to white of the pattern
button to insert or remove key 5. images, shown in “Wipe Pattern
Press and hold the [ADD] button List” (page 499), or in the direction
of the arrows.
and press the [KEY1/5] button,
turning it on, to simultaneously REV (reverse) The wipe proceeds in the opposite
insert or remove key 1 and key 5. direction of [NORM].
• The same applies to the [KEY2/ NORM/REV (normal/ The wipe direction alternates
6], [KEY3/7], and [KEY4/8] reverse) between normal and reverse every
buttons. time a transition is executed.
KEY PRIOR (key • Press the button, turning it on, to TRANS PVW (transition preview) button
priority) enable the key priority setting (Assignment in the Setup menu is required.)
after the transition. With the preview output of the M/E banks and PGM/PST
• When the [PRIOR SET] button is
bank, you can check the effect of the image during a
lit, the setting for key priority after
the transition is used.
transition in advance.
For details, see “Setting the Key During preview, you can use the fader lever, [AUTO
Priority (Transition Control TRANS] button, and [CUT] button.
Block)” (page 85). The operation of the [TRANS PVW] button can be set to
ALL Selects multiple next transitions one of the following modes in the Setup menu.
simultaneously. You set the next • Press the button to start transition preview mode; the
transition to select in the Setup mode returns to normal mode when the transition finishes.
menu. • The transition preview mode is maintained only while
For details, see “Setting the
Operation Mode of the [ALL] Button
this button is pressed.
in the Transition Control Block” • Each time the button is pressed, the mode toggles
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For details, see “Setting the Button and Fader Lever
Operation Mode” (page 446) and “Setting the transition Name Description
preview mode” (page 465). Fader lever • Move this up or down to carry out
the transition.
KF (keyframe) button • Press the [KF] button, turning it
(Assignment in the Setup menu is required.) on, to enable the fader lever to be
You can use the fader lever as a keyframe fader. used as a keyframe fader.
Transition indicator Displays the transition progress
For details about the keyframe fader, see “Effect using LEDs.
Execution” (page 336). Transition rate display Displays the configured transition
rate (the time from the beginning of
Pattern limit setting buttons a transition to its completion).
(Assignment in the Setup menu is required.) AUTO TRANS (auto • Executes an auto transition with
These buttons are used to set pattern limits. transition) button the set transition rate and
• PTN (pattern) LIMIT button transition type.
• LIMIT SET button • During the transition, the button
is lit amber.
For details about pattern limits, see “Pattern Limit” CUT button Executes an immediate transition.
(page 91).
d Independent key transition execution section
External device operation buttons This section executes independent key transitions.
(Assignment in the Setup menu is required.)
These buttons are used to control playback, stop, and cue- Independent key transition display section
up operations on connected devices. KEY5 ON to KEY8 ON buttons
• PLAY button
• STOP button
• CUE button

For details about operation of external devices, see

“Control of VTRs, Disk Recorders, and Extended VTRs”
(page 303).

c Transition execution section

This section is used to execute transitions and check the
progress of the transition.

Transition
indicator

KEY1 ON to KEY4 ON buttons

Fader lever
AUTO TRANS buttons

Transition rate display

Name Description
Independent key Displays the following information
transition display for key 1 to key 8.
section Key material name (key source
name when a key source is
CUT button selected on the key bus of the
AUTO TRANS button cross-point control block), DME
channel or resizer being used, and
transition rate
KEY1 ON to KEY8 ON • Inserts or deletes the key
buttons instantaneously.
• If a key is currently inserted, the
corresponding key button is lit
amber.

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Name Description You can change the position of the key 1 to key 8 operation
buttons in the Setup menu. However, the [AUTO TRANS]
AUTO TRANS (auto • Inserts or removes the key
transition) buttons automatically, for key 1 to key8,
button is assigned with the [KEYx ON] button of the same
with the set transition rate and key as a set.
transition type.
• During the transition, the button is For details, see “Setting Transition Control Block Button
lit amber. Assignments” (page 428).

Transition Control Block (Simple Type)

The simple-type transition control block is used to execute • SUPER MIX button
background transitions. (Assignment in the Setup menu is required.)
• PST (preset) COLOR MIX button
a Transition settings section
(Assignment in the Setup menu is required.)
• WIPE button
• DME WIPE button
• FM1&2 CLIP, FM3&4 CLIP, FM5&6 CLIP, FM7&8
CLIP (frame memory clip) buttons
(Assignment in the Setup menu is required.)

For details about transition types, see “Transition Type”

(page 82).

When multi-program mode is selected, there may be cases

in which two or more transition type selection buttons are
lit.

For details about multi-program mode, see “Setting the

Operation Mode” (page 453).

Wipe direction selection buttons

These buttons select the wipe direction when the transition
b Transition execution section type is a wipe or DME wipe.
These can only be assigned to the four buttons at the top.

Button name Description

a Transition settings section
Used in the assignment of functions, such as selecting REV (reverse) • When not lit, the wipe proceeds
transitions and making settings, to buttons. in the direction from black to
white of the pattern images,
You can change the assignment of buttons in the Setup
shown in “Wipe Pattern List”
menu. (page 499), or in the direction of
the arrows (normal).
For details, see “Setting Transition Control Block Button • When lit, the wipe proceeds in
Assignments” (page 428). the opposite direction.
NORM/REV (normal/ The wipe direction alternates
Note reverse) between normal and reverse
every time a transition is
The functions that can be assigned to the four buttons at the executed.
top and four buttons on the left are different.
KF (keyframe) button
Transition type selection buttons (Assignment in the Setup menu is required.)
These select the transition type. You can use the fader lever as a keyframe fader.
Functions can be assigned to both the four buttons at the Functions can be assigned to both the four buttons at the
top and four buttons on the left. top and four buttons on the left.
• MIX button
• NAM (non-additive mix) button For details about the keyframe fader, see “Effect
Execution” (page 336).

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Pattern limit setting buttons
These buttons are used to set pattern limits.
Transition
These can only be assigned to the four buttons at the top. indicator
• PTN (pattern) LIMIT button
• LIMIT SET button Fader lever

For details about pattern limits, see “Pattern Limit” Lock button
(page 91). Transition rate
display
TAKE button
(Assignment in the Setup menu is required.) TAKE button
Executes an auto transition with the set transition rate and
transition type.
This can only be assigned to the four buttons on the left.
Name Description
External device operation buttons Fader lever • Move this up or down to carry
(Assignment in the Setup menu is required.) out the transition.
These buttons are used to control playback, stop, and cue- • Press the [KF] button, turning it
up operations on connected devices. on, to enable the fader lever to
These can only be assigned to the four buttons at the top. be used as a keyframe fader.
• PLAY button • Pressing the lock button splits
• STOP button the fader lever into two for use
• CUE button as split faders.
For details, see “Split Fader”
(page 95).
For details about operation of external devices, see
“Control of VTRs, Disk Recorders, and Extended VTRs” Transition indicator Displays the transition progress
using LEDs.
(page 303).
Transition rate display Displays the configured transition
b Transition execution section rate (the time from the beginning
of a transition to its completion).
This section is used to execute transitions and check the
progress of the transition. TAKE button • Executes an auto transition with
the set transition rate and
transition type.
• During the transition, the button
is lit amber.
• You can also assign a function
to the transition type selection
buttons and [KF] button in the
Setup menu.
For details, see “Setting
Transition Control Block Button
Assignments” (page 428).

Independent Key Transition Control Block

The independent key transition control block is used to
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 a Independent key transition display section
a Independent key transition display section
The following information is displayed for the assigned
b KEY ON key on the [KEY ON] buttons.
buttons • Key material name (key source name when a key source
is selected on the key bus of the cross-point control
block)
• DME channel or resizer being used
• Transition rate

b KEY ON buttons
Inserts or removes the key assigned to the button
instantaneously.
If a key is currently inserted, the corresponding key button
is lit.
You can assign a key (KEY1 to KEY8) of any switcher
bank (M/E-1 to M/E-5, PGM/PST) to the [KEY ON]
buttons in the Setup menu.

For details, see “Setting Independent Key Transition

Control Block Button Assignments” (page 428).
b KEY ON buttons c AUTO
TRANS
buttons
c AUTO TRANS (auto transition) buttons
Inserts or removes the key assigned to the [KEY ON]
button with the set transition rate and transition type
automatically.
During the execution of the transition, the button is lit.

Flexi Pad Control Block

You use the Flexi Pad control block for recalling and
saving snapshots, wipe snapshots, DME wipe snapshots, a Mode selection buttons
and key snapshots, for recalling and creating macros, for
c UNDO button/
recalling and executing shotboxes and master timelines, DEL button
for entering the transition rate, and for other tasks.

d Bank selection
buttons
b Memory recall section

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a Mode selection buttons b Memory recall section
These buttons select the operation mode of the Flexi Pad This section displays the functions assigned to the buttons
control block. Press a mode selection button to change the for the selected operation mode.
memory recall section to the display for the selected The top right button is used to display the selected pattern
operation mode. number, register number, macro event number, transition
You can change the assignment of mode selection buttons rate input value, and other status display (excluding in key
in the Setup menu. operation mode).
When a macro is recalled in macro operation mode, the
For details, see “Setting Flexi Pad Control Block Button bottom center button displays the executed event number
Assignments” (page 428). and the total number of events.
Numeric keypad mode
Button name Description Pressing the [BANK SEL] button, [PTN NO.] button, or
KEY Switches to key operation mode. [PAUSE] switches the memory recall section to numeric
In key operation mode, you can keypad mode, where you can enter bank numbers, wipe
carry out the following operations. pattern numbers, and pause event times.
• Saving and recalling key The currently set numeric value or the value entered using
snapshots in numeric keypad mode is displayed on the top right
• Selecting independent key button.
transition type
• Displays/selects the key source
signal in the cross-point control
c UNDO button/DEL (delete) button
block After recalling a register, press the [UNDO] button to
return to the state before the register was recalled.
WIPE (wipe snapshot) Switches to wipe snapshot
operation mode.
Or press and hold the [DEL] button and press a register
In wipe snapshot operation mode, button in the memory recall section to delete the data
you can save and recall wipe registered in the button.
snapshots, and select the wipe You can change the assignment of buttons in the Setup
pattern. menu.
DME WIPE (DME wipe Switches to DME wipe snapshot
snapshot) operation mode. For details, see “Setting Flexi Pad Control Block Button
In DME wipe snapshot operation Assignments” (page 428).
mode, you can save and recall
DME wipe snapshots, and select
the DME wipe pattern. Note
SNAPSHOT Switches to snapshot operation
mode. The [UNDO] button and [DEL] button cannot be used in
In snapshot operation mode, you effect operation mode or shotbox operation mode. The
can save and recall snapshots, and [UNDO] button cannot be used in macro operation mode.
add attributes.
MASTR EFF (master Switches to effect operation mode. d Bank selection buttons
effect) In effect operation mode, you can These select the target bank to control, and switches the
recall and execute the master memory recall section to the register display for the
timeline.
selected bank.
SHOTBOX Switches to shotbox operation You can change the assignment of bank selection buttons
mode. in the Setup menu.
In shotbox operation mode, you can
recall and execute shotboxes.
For details, see “Key Snapshot Operations (Flexi Pad
MCRO (macro) Switches to macro operation mode.
In macro operation mode, press
Control Block)” (page 135).
and hold the [MCRO] button and
press a button (for the target
register) in the memory recall Button name Description
section to enter edit mode. BANK0 to BANK25 (Assignment of [BANK3] to
In macro operation mode, you can [BANK25] is required.)
save, recall, and edit macros. Switches the memory recall section
TRANS RATE Switches to transition rate to the register display for the
(transition rate) operation mode. selected bank.
In transition rate operation mode,
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Button name Description
BANK SEL (bank Switches the memory recall section
select) to numeric keypad mode for
entering bank numbers.
Enter a bank number and press the
[ENTER] button to switch the
memory recall section to the
register display for the selected
bank.

Key Control Block

The key control block is used to adjust and modify keys.

f Display

g Adjustment
knobs

a Delegation buttons

b DME channel selection

buttons
c ON AIR indicators

d Setting buttons

e Function buttons

a Delegation buttons Button name Description

These select the bank (M/E and PGM/PST) and keyer to
TRANS (transition) • Used to check the DME channel
assign to the key control block. used for DME wipes on the M/E
or PGM/PST bank.
Button name Description
• You can select the DME channel
M/E1 to M/E5, P/P Assigns M/E-1 to M/E-5 banks and to be used beforehand when a
PGM/PST bank. DME wipe is selected as the
KEY1 to KEY8 • Assigns key 1 to key 8. transition type.
• Press and hold a [KEY1] to • Press and hold the [TRANS]
[KEY8] button and press a [M/ button and press a [KEY1] to
E1] to [M/E5] or [P/P] button to [KEY8] button to enable
return the settings of the independent key transition
selected key to the defaults. operation.
SUB TRANS (sub In Multi Program 2 mode, used as
transition) the [TRANS] button on the sub
side.
For details about Multi Program 2
mode, see “Multi Program 2”
(page 211).

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b DME channel selection buttons • MAT FILL (matte fill)
These selects the DME channel to assign to a keyer.
When the [TRANS] or [SUB TRANS] delegation button is For details, see “Key Operations (Key Control Block)”
selected, the DME channel used by the DME wipe is (page 123).
displayed. You can select the DME channel to be used
beforehand when a DME wipe is selected as the transition Key modifier buttons
type. These buttons modify the edges of keys.
Press a button to view the parameters on the display, and
c ON AIR indicators use the adjustment knobs to change settings.
These indicators are lit red when the corresponding DME • BDR (border)
channels are included in the final program output. • DROP BDR (drop border)
• SHDW (shadow)
d Setting buttons • SOFT EDGE
These buttons are used to adjust keys.
The settings button assignments for different functions are For details, see “Key Adjustments (Key Control Block)”
spread over three pages (1/3, 2/3, 3/3), and you can switch (page 125).
between them using the [PAGE] button.
The functions set in each button can be viewed in the Resizer operation buttons
setting buttons display section. These buttons zoom, move, and rotate keys using a resizer.
Press a button to view the parameters on the display, and
use the adjustment knobs to change settings.
Setting buttons display section: PAGE 1/3 • RSZR (resizer)
• ROT X (rotation X)
• ROT Y (rotation Y)

For details, see “Two-Dimensional Transforms and

Setting buttons display section: PAGE 2/3 Rotation of Keys” (page 128).

Chroma key setting buttons

These buttons are used to adjust chroma keys.
• SMPL MARK (sample mark)
Setting buttons display section: PAGE 3/3 • AUTO STRT (auto start)
• KEY ACTV (key active)
• COL CAN (color cancel)

For details, see “Key Adjustments (Key Control Block)”

(page 125).

PAGE button
PAGE button
This button switches the settings button page.
The page switches in the order 1/3 t 2/3 t 3/3 each time
Key type selection buttons the button is pressed. The currently selected page number
These buttons select the key type. is displayed in the settings button display section.
Press a button to view the parameters on the display, and
use the adjustment knobs to change settings. e Function buttons
• LUM (luminance key) These buttons select the functions used for key operations.
• LIN (linear key) Button name Description
• CRK (chroma key)
• PTN (key wipe pattern key) OVERRIDE Selects a DME channel assigned to
another keyer from the currently
selected keyer (override function).
For details, see “Key Operations (Key Control Block)” Press and hold the [OVERRIDE]
(page 123). button and press the target DME
channel button to select it.
Key fill/key source selection buttons
These buttons select the key fill and key source.
• AUTO SEL (auto select)
• SPLT (split)

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Button name Description Button name Description
TRACE When a DME channel is assigned SHOW KEY Displays the processed key source
to another keyer, this switches to signal on the specified output (edit
the keyer assigned with the DME preview or image creation bank
channel (trace function). preview) while the [SHOW KEY]
Press and hold the [TRACE] button button is pressed (or for a preset
and press the target DME channel time) (show key function).
button to switch keyers. The show key function output and
preset time are configured in the
MON (monitor) • Assigns a DME channel to the
Setup menu.
monitor output. For details, see “Setting Show Key”
Press and hold the [MON] button (page 467).
and press the target DME
channel selection button to set it. AUTO DELEG (auto Switches the key control block
delegation) delegation selection in conjunction
• You can check the monitor output
with buttons on the following control
assignment status by pressing blocks.
the [MON] button by itself. • Transition control block: [KEY1] to
Lit amber: [KEY8] buttons
DME channel that is assignable • Cross-point pad on the cross-
to the monitor output. point control block: Key 1 to 8 bus
Lit green: delegation buttons [KEY1] to
DME channel currently assigned [KEY8]
to the monitor output. • 1st row on cross-point control
PROC KEY Press the [PROC KEY], turning it block (key/AUX bus delegation
(processed key) on amber, to enable selection of a mode): [KEY1] to [KEY8] buttons
processed key signal as a re-entry • Memory recall section on the
signal (PROC V, PROC K) on a Flexi Pad control block (key
bank (M/E-1 to M/E-5, PGM/PST). operation mode): [KEY1] to
FM FEED (frame Pressing the [FM FEED] button, [KEY8] buttons
memory feed) turning it on amber momentarily, • Key fader control block: Key
selects the processed key signal on delegation buttons
the frame memory source 1 and 2
buses. The [PROC KEY] button is lit MORE • When there are more than six
amber simultaneously. parameters, this button is lit
amber.
• Press the [MORE] button, turning
it on green, to display the 6th and
subsequent parameters.

f Display
Displays the name of parameter items and the setting
value.

g Adjustment knobs
These buttons adjust the parameters of items selected using
the setting buttons.

Key Fader Control Block

The key fader control block is used to execute independent
key transitions and for key snapshot operations.

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 a Key delegation buttons

b Display

c Key snapshot operation buttons

d Independent key transition type selection

buttons

e Independent key transition execution section

a Key delegation buttons Button name Description

These buttons select the target key to operate.
UNDO After recalling a key snapshot,
The four buttons are key delegation buttons 1 to 4 in the returns to the state before the key
order top left, top right, bottom left, and bottom right. snapshot was recalled.
You can assign a key (KEY1 to KEY8) of any switcher
bank (M/E-1 to M/E-5, PGM/PST) in the Setup menu. d Independent key transition type selection buttons
These select the independent key transition type.
For details, see “Setting the Buttons and Fader Levers on • MIX button
the Key Fader Control Block” (page 426). • WIPE button
• DME WIPE button
b Display • CUT button
The following information is displayed for the four keys When [Independ] is selected in the <Key Transition>
assigned to the key delegation buttons. group of the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition
• Key material name (key source name when a key source menu (7334), you can set the transition type used when
is selected on the key bus of the cross-point control inserting and removing a key.
block) If the transition type used when inserting a key is
• DME channel or resizer being used displayed, you can select the transition type used when
• Transition rate removing a key by pressing and holding the [SHIFT]
• In key snapshot operation mode, the register name of the button and pressing an independent key transition type
key selected using the key delegation button selection button. If the transition type used when removing
a key is displayed, you can select the transition type used
c Key snapshot operation buttons when inserting a key using the same operation.
Recalls and saves key snapshots.
For details about transition types, see “Transition Type”
Button name Description
(page 82).
K-SS 1 to K-SS 4 (key Selects key snapshot register 1 to
snapshot 1 to key 4. e Independent key transition execution section
snapshot 4)
This section executes independent key transitions.
K-SS (key snapshot) • Switches to key snapshot
operation mode.
• Recalls and saves a key
snapshot.
K-SS STORE (key Pressing and holding the [K-SS
snapshot store) STORE] button and pressing the
[K-SS 1] to [K-SS 4] buttons saves
the key snapshot in the selected
register.

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 Name Description
KEY ON buttons • Inserts or removes a key, for key
delegation buttons 1 to 4,
instantaneously.
• If a key is currently inserted, the
corresponding key button is lit
amber.
KEY ON buttons
AUTO TRANS (auto • Inserts or removes a key
transition) buttons automatically, for key delegation
buttons 1 to 4, with the set
transition rate and transition
type.
• During the transition, the button
is lit amber.
Fader lever
You can also set the key delegation button for operation by
Transition indicator AUTO TRANS buttons the fader lever and the “play” (range of movement that
does not start operation) at both ends of the fader lever.

Name Description For details, see “Setting the Buttons and Fader Levers on
Fader lever Move this up or down to carry out the Key Fader Control Block” (page 426).
the transition.
Transition indicator Displays the transition progress
using LEDs.

Device Control Block (Trackball)

The device control block (trackball) is used for three- controlling VTRs/disk recorders/frame memory clips,
dimensional transforms using a DME, two-dimensional setting menu parameters, and so on.
transforms using a resizer, executing keyframe effects,

a Mode
selection d Display
buttons

b Channel
selection
buttons

e Trackball

f Z-ring
c Operation
buttons

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a Mode selection buttons Button name Description
These buttons select the operation mode of the device
CH1 to CH8 • Selects the target DME channel
control block (trackball). The function of the device in three-dimensional transform
control block (trackball) buttons, trackball, and Z-ring operation mode.
vary depending on the operation mode. • Select the target DME channel
You can change the assignment of mode selection buttons for operation in the DME menu.
in the Setup menu. • Displays the state of the
reference channel in the DME
For details, see “Setting Device Control Block (Trackball) menu.
Button Assignments” (page 429). CH1 to CH12 Selects the target device in VTR/
disk recorder/frame memory
operation mode.
Button name Description FM1 CLIP to FM8 (Assignment in the Setup menu is
M/E1 to M/E5, P/P • Switches to resizer operation CLIP required.)
mode. Selects the target frame memory
• You can select more than one clip in VTR/disk recorder/frame
button. The first selected button memory operation mode.
becomes the reference, and is lit
green. Subsequent selected c Operation buttons
buttons are lit amber. The function of the buttons vary depending on the
DME Switches to three-dimensional operation mode.
transform operation mode.
Resizer operation mode
MENU • Switches to menu parameter This mode performs two-dimensional transform
operation mode. operations on images using a resizer.
• You can adjust parameters
(numbers 1 to 3) of the currently Button name Description
displayed menu using the
trackball and Z-ring. RSZR ON (resizer on) Enables/disables the selected
resizer.
• Press the [MENU] button twice,
turning it on green, to fix the ASP PERS (ASP: Adjusts the aspect ratio of a key to
target of the trackball and Z-ring aspect) which the resizer is applied using
to the parameter currently being the trackball or Z-ring.
adjusted. LOC SIZE (location Moves/zooms a key to which the
RUN CTRL (run • Switches to keyframe operation and size) resizer is applied using the trackball
control) or Z-ring.
mode.
• Enables operation on the timeline ROT (ROT PERS: Adjusts the rotation and
of the currently recalled keyframe rotation and perspective of a key to which the
effect using the Z-ring. perspective) resizer is applied using the trackball
or Z-ring.
DEV (device) Switches to VTR/disk recorder/
frame memory operation mode. SHIFT Used in combination with the [CTR]
and [CTR WORK BUFR] buttons.
b Channel selection buttons [CLR WORK BUFR] • When the [CLR WORK BUFR]
These select the target to control when in resizer operation (clear work buffer) button is pressed once:
mode, three-dimensional transform operation mode, VTR/ Returns the resizer two-
disk recorder/frame memory operation mode, and so on. dimensional transform and
You can select more than one channel. The first selected rotation parameters to the
defaults.
button becomes the reference channel, and is lit green.
• When the [CLR WORK BUFR]
Subsequent selected buttons are lit amber. button is pressed twice, or is
For buttons that not set by default, assignment is required pressed once while pressing the
in the Setup menu. [SHIFT] button:
Returns all resizer parameters to
For details, see “Setting Device Control Block (Trackball) the initial state.
Button Assignments” (page 429). FINE Switches to fine mode, enabling
fine adjustment control of setting
values using the trackball and Z-
Button name Description ring.
K1RSZ to K8RSZ Selects the target resizer in resizer
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Button name Description Button name Description
CTR (center) • When the [CTR] is pressed once: X, Y, Z • Restricts the parameters
Adjusts the two-dimensional targeted by the operation.
transform setting values to the When the [X] button is lit:
closest detent positions. Operation on parameter 1 using
• When the [CTR] button is the trackball is enabled.
pressed twice, or is pressed once When the [Y] button is lit:
while pressing the [SHIFT] Operation on parameter 2 using
button: the trackball is enabled.
Returns the two-dimensional When the [Z] button is lit:
transform setting values to the Operation on parameter 3 using
defaults. the Z-ring is enabled.
X, Y, Z • Restricts the parameters • Setting values for parameters of
targeted by the operation. buttons that are lit green can be
When the [X] button is lit: entered using the numeric
Operations on parameters on the keypad control block.
X-axis using the trackball are
VTR/disk recorder/frame memory operation
enabled.
When the [Y] button is lit:
mode
Operations on parameters on the This mode controls playback of VTRs/disk recorders and
X-axis using the trackball are frame memory clips.
enabled.
When the [Z] button is lit: For details, see “Control of VTRs, Disk Recorders, and
Operations on parameters on the Extended VTRs” (page 303).
Z-axis (Z-ring adjustment items)
using the Z-ring are enabled. d Display
• When the [ROT] button is lit, the The information displayed will vary depending on the
[X] button and [Y] button select operation mode.
the direction of rotation.
• Setting values for parameters of Resizer operation mode
buttons that are lit green can be • Reference bank name: M/E1 to M/E5, P/P
entered using the numeric • Reference channel name: KEY1 RSZR to KEY8 RSZR
keypad control block.
• Selected parameter item name: ASP, LOC SIZE, ROT
M/E DEF RCALL (M/E Press the [M/E DEF RCALL] button PERS
default recall) twice to return the currently • X-, Y-, and Z-axes setting values
selected bank (M/E or PGM/PST)
to the defaults. Three-dimensional transform operation mode
Three-dimensional transform operation mode • Reference channel name: DME1 to DME8
This mode performs three-dimensional transform • Currently selected three-dimensional space: LOCAL/
operations on images using a DME. GLB and SRC/TRGT
• Currently selected parameter item: LOC XYZ, ASP
For details, see “Three-Dimensional Transform PERS, LOC SIZE, ROT, AXIS LOC, SPIN, SKEW
Operations” (page 236). • X-, Y-, and Z-axes setting values
Menu parameter operation mode
Menu parameter operation mode “MENU” is displayed.
This mode is used to set menu parameters.
Keyframe operation mode
Button name Description • Reference region name, register number, and register
FINE Switches to fine mode, enabling name
fine adjustment control of setting • Effect duration
values using the trackball and Z- • Current keyframe number, total number of keyframes,
ring.
and current timecode
VTR/disk recorder/frame memory operation
mode
• Recalled file name (if reference channel is a disk
recorder)
• Current timecode, start point timecode, and stop point
timecode

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e Trackball Resizer operation mode
This adjusts the parameters of items selected using the Changes the size, aspect ratio, and perspective of the key
operation buttons. to which the resizer is applied.
Resizer operation mode Three-dimensional transform operation mode
Moves the key, to which the resizer is applied, in the X and Adjusts the Z-axis of the three-dimensional transform.
Y directions, changes the aspect ratio, and rotates the keys
around the X-axis and Y-axis. Menu parameter operation mode
Adjusts menu parameter 3.
Three-dimensional transform operation mode
Adjusts the X-axis and Y-axis of the three-dimensional For details, see “Setting Parameters” (page 65).
transform.
Keyframe operation mode
Menu parameter operation mode Turn clockwise to run the keyframe effect in the normal
Adjusts menu parameters 1 and 2. direction, and counterclockwise for the reverse direction.
You can operate the effect timeline, without affecting the
For details, see “Setting Parameters” (page 65). settings of buttons, such as the [EFF LOOP] and [STOP
NEXT KF] buttons, on the utility/shotbox control block.
f Z-ring
This adjusts the parameters of items selected using the VTR/disk recorder/frame memory operation
operation buttons. It is also used for keyframe effect mode
timeline operations, playback of devices and frame This mode controls playback of VTRs/disk recorders and
memory clips, and so on. frame memory clips.

Numeric Keypad Control Block

You use the numeric keypad control block for selecting
regions, for recalling and saving shotboxes, snapshots, and
keyframe effects, for recalling and creating macros, for
entering the transition rate, and for other tasks.

a Mode selection
dDisplay
buttons

b Region selection e Numeric keypad

buttons buttons

c Function selection
buttons

a Mode selection buttons

These buttons select the operation mode of the numeric Button name Description
keypad control block. EFF (effect) • Switches to effect operation
mode.
• Recalls and saves keyframe
effects.

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Button name Description Button name Description
SNAPSHOT • Switches to snapshot operation ALL • Selects all specified regions if
mode. there is no region selected.
• Recalls and saves snapshots. • Deselects all region selections if
SHOTBOX • Switches to shotbox operation there is a region selected.
mode.
• Recalls and saves shotboxes. c Function selection buttons
MCRO (macro) • Switches to macro operation
These buttons are used for recalling and saving shotboxes,
mode. snapshots, keyframe effects, macros, and for other tasks.
• Recalls, saves, and edits macros.
Button name Description

b Region selection buttons UNDO After recalling a register, returns to

the state before the register was
These buttons select the target region to control. recalled.
You can select more than one region. The first selected
button becomes the reference region, and is lit green. STORE STATS (store • Saves data in the register, and
status) the button is lit amber.
Subsequent selected buttons are lit amber.
• When the [STORE STATS] button
is lit amber, you can press and
With the exception of the [MASTR] and [ALL] buttons, hold the [STORE STATS] button
you can assign arbitrary regions to the region selection and press the [UNDO] button to
buttons in the Setup menu. Up to four regions can be return to the state before data
assigned to a button. was saved.
When a button assigned with more than one region is TC (timecode) Switches the numeric keypad to
selected, the region specified first in the Setup menu timecode input mode.
becomes the reference region. You can temporarily change STORE a) • Switches the mode for saving a
the region selection and reference region in the Key Frame shotbox, snapshot, keyframe
>Region Select menu (6117). effect, master snapshot, master
timeline, or macro in a register
For details, see “Assigning a Region to the Region (store mode).
Selection Buttons in the Numeric Keypad Control Block” • During store mode, the [STORE]
(page 427) and “Recalling regions to edit (menu)” button is lit amber.
(page 324). RCALL (recall) a) • Switches the mode for recalling a
shotbox, snapshot, keyframe
effect, master snapshot, master
Button name Description timeline, or macro stored in a
M/E1 to M/E5, P/P Selects the M/E-1 to M/E-5 and register (recall mode).
PGM/PST regions. • During recall mode, the [RCALL]
button is lit amber.
USER 1 to USER 8 Selects the USER1 to USER8
regions.
a) If more than one region is assigned to a region selection button and there
DME1 to DME8 (Assignment of the [DME5] to is a region not selected in the Key Frame >Region Select menu (6117), the
[DME8] buttons in the Setup menu [RCALL] button or [STORE] button flashes amber (excluding in macro
is required.) operation mode).
Selects the DME1 to DME8
regions. d Display
DEV1 to DEV12 (Assignment of the [DEV4] to The following information is displayed.
[DEV12] buttons in the Setup menu • Left-side display (rows 1 to 3), right-side display (rows
is required.) 1 to 2): Name of currently selected region (reference
Selects the device 1 to device 12 region is highlighted in reverse video)
regions.
• Right-side display (rows 3 to 4): Register number, input
P-BUS Selects the P-Bus region. numeric values, and so on
GPI Selects the GPI region.
RTR (Assignment in the Setup menu is e Numeric keypad buttons
required.) These buttons are used for entering numeric values and
Selects the router region. adding snapshot attributes.
MCRO (Assignment in the Setup menu is
required.) Button name Description
Selects the macro region. 0 to 9 Enters numeric values.
MASTR Selects the master region.

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Button name Description Button name Description
. (period) • Enters the decimal point. ENTER Confirms an entered value or
• Enters “00” in timecode input selected attribute.
mode.
• Used for searching for empty The numeric keypad buttons on the numeric keypad
registers in effect operation control block are also used when entering numeric values
mode, snapshot operation mode, in conjunction with other operations, such as setting
and shotbox operation mode. parameters using the device control block (trackball), or
+/− • Inverts the sign (plus and minus) keyframe editing and setting the transition rate on the
EFF DISS (effect • Used to add effect dissolve utility/shotbox control block. While setting an item, the
dissolve) attributes in snapshot operation item and the numeric value appear on the display.
mode and effect operation mode.
CLR (clear) • Clear an entered numeric value.
AUTO TRANS (auto • Used when adding an auto
transition) transition attribute in snapshot
operation mode.
TRIM • When entering the difference
GPI ENBL (GPI from the current value, enter a
enable) numeric value and then press the
[TRIM] button.
• Used when adding a GPI output
attribute in snapshot operation
mode.

Utility/Shotbox Control Block

You use the utility/shotbox control block for executing executing keyframe effects, editing macros, and display
functions assigned to memory recall buttons, editing and the transition rate.

a Mode selection buttons

b Keyframe control
buttons c Memory recall
buttons

a Mode selection buttons You can change the assignment of mode selection buttons
These buttons select the operation mode of the utility/ in the Setup menu.
shotbox control block. Press a mode selection button to
change the memory recall buttons to the display for the For details, see “Setting Utility/Shotbox Control Block
selected operation mode. Button Assignments” (page 429).

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 You can change the assignment of the following functions
Button name Description to the memory recall buttons in the Setup menu.
BANK1 to BANK20 (Assignment of the [BANK7] to • Menu shortcut
[BANK20] buttons in the Setup • Utility command
menu is required.) • Macro register
Switches the memory recall buttons
to the function recall mode set in • Shotbox register
the selected bank.
TRANS RATE1 to Switches the memory recall buttons
For details, see “Assigning a Function to a Memory Recall
TRANS RATE3 to transition rate display mode. Button in the Utility/Shotbox Control Block” (page 439).
(transition rate 1 to
transition rate 3) Transition rate display mode
KF MCRO EDIT Switches the memory recall buttons This mode displays the transition rate set in the image
(keyframe macro edit) to keyframe/macro editing mode. creation banks (M/E-1 to M/E-5, PGM/PST) and keys
(KEY1 to KEY8).
b Keyframe control buttons Pressing a button displaying a transition rate enables you
Executes keyframe effects. to enter a transition rate using the numeric keypad control
You can change the assignment of keyframe control block.
buttons in the Setup menu. You can change the assignment of transition rate display
buttons in the Setup menu.
For details, see “Setting Utility/Shotbox Control Block
Button Assignments” (page 429). For details, see “Setting the transition rate target to
display on memory recall buttons” (page 442).
Button name Description
Keyframe/macro editing mode
EFF LOOP (effect Sets the mode for repeatedly This mode displays buttons used for editing keyframe
loop) executing an effect. effects and macros.
STOP NEXT KF (stop Sets the mode to repeatedly You can edit effects and macro registers recalled using the
next keyframe) execute/stop effects for each numeric keypad control block.
keyframe.
NORM (normal) Sets the effect execution direction
to normal (from beginning to end).
NORM/REV (normal/ Sets the effect execution direction
reverse) to normal/reverse (automatically
toggles each time execution
finishes).
REV (reverse) Sets the effect execution direction
to reverse (from end to beginning).
REWIND Returns to the first keyframe of the
effect.
RUN • Executes an effect from the first
keyframe.
• When paused, execution stops at
that point, and then resumes
when you press the [RUN]
button.

c Memory recall buttons

This section displays the functions assigned to the buttons
for the selected operation mode.

Note
When two utility/shotbox control blocks are used, the
memory recall button settings for the same mode selection
buttons are common to both blocks.
Function recall mode
This displays the function specified in the selected bank.

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AUX Bus Control Block
You use the AUX bus control block for bus signal Note
selection and router operations.
You switch between AUX bus operation mode and router To use as an AUX bus control block, the control panel
operation mode using the [RTR MODE] button on the target row must be set to an AUX row in the Engineering
cross-point pad. Setup >Panel >Config menu (7321).

For details, see “Setting the Configuration for Each

Bank” (page 424).

a Button rows

d Cross-point pad

1st row

2nd row

b Display

c Cross-point
indicators
3rd row

4th row

AUX bus operation mode

Name Description
Used for bus signal selection.
1st row When the [2ND DELG] button is lit:
Selects a bus to assign in the 3rd
For details about assignable buses, see “Bus Selection” row.
(page 76). When the [2ND DELG] button is not
lit:
a Button rows • Selects a bus to assign in the 3rd
The 1st row/2nd row are used as bus selection delegation row and 4th row.
• Selects a bus on the unshifted
button rows, and the 3rd row/4th row are used as signal
state of a delegation button in the
selection cross-point button rows. 1st row.
The 1st row and 2nd row can select different buses (second
delegation mode) by pressing the [2ND DELG] button on 2nd row When the [2ND DELG] button is lit:
Selects a bus to assign in the 4th
the cross-point pad, turning it on. row.
When the [2ND DELG] button is not
lit:
• Selects a bus to assign in the 3rd
row and 4th row.
• Selects a bus on the shifted state
of a delegation button in the 2nd
row.

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Name Description To set cross-point hold for the bus selected in the 1st row/
2nd row, press the [XPT HOLD] button on the cross-point
3rd row When the [2ND DELG] button is lit:
Selects a signal on the bus pad, turning it on.
selected in the 1st row. a) When second delegation mode is set, use the [XPT HOLD]
When the [2ND DELG] button is not button to set cross-point hold on the 3rd row, and the [XPT
lit: HOLD] button for second delegation (2ND XPT HOLD)
• Selects a signal on the bus to set cross-point hold on the 4th row.
selected in the 1st row or 2nd
row. a) KEY button
• You can select a signal on the The key signal or video signal can be selected in the cross-
shifted state of a button while point button rows using the [KEY] button on the cross-
pressing the [SHIFT] button.
point pad.
4th row When the [2ND DELG] button is lit: When a cross-point button on the 3rd/4th row is pressed
Selects a signal on the bus while pressing the [KEY] button, the key signal is selected.
selected in the 2nd row. a)
When the [2ND DELG] button is not When a cross-point button on the 3rd/4th row is pressed
lit: without pressing the [KEY] button, the video signal is
Selects a signal on the shifted state selected.
of the bus selected in the 1st row or When a key source bus is selected in the 1st row/2nd row
2nd row. and an operation mode that allows you to select both a key
signal and video signal is set in the Setup menu, the [KEY]
a) For DME1 V/K to DME8 V/K buses, the front of the image is selected.
While a delegation button is pressed, the rear of the image is selected. button is enabled.
When second delegation mode is set, use the [KEY] button
Delegation button/cross-point button numbers to select the signal on the 3rd row, and the [KEY] button
The button numbers are labeled on the delegation/cross- for second delegation (2ND KEY) to select the signal on
point buttons. the 4th row.
Information for the key signal or video signal, whichever
For details, see “Button numbers in the AUX bus control is selected, appears on the display.
block (AUX bus operation mode)” (page 80).
For details, see “Setting the Button and Fader Lever
Colors of lit cross-point buttons Operation Mode” (page 446).
The status of cross-point buttons can be checked according
to the color of the button when lit. b Display
Six types of display mode can be selected, according to the
For details, see “Colors of lit cross-point buttons” information to display. The display mode is switched using
(page 81). the display mode buttons on the cross-point pad.
The following information can be shown on the display.
SHIFT button • Settings of buttons on the 1st row to 4th row (bus name,
The [SHIFT] button function is assigned to the button on signal name)
the right-hand end, and is used to toggle between the • Macro register name of macro attachment assigned to
shifted and unshifted states of the button row. the 3rd to 4th row buttons
The operation of the [SHIFT] button in second delegation
mode can be set to one of the following modes in the Setup Notes
menu.
• The shifted state is selected while the button is pressed • When the [SHIFT] button function is set, “SHFT”
(hold mode). appears on the display. When the shifted state is selected,
• Every time the button is pressed, it toggles between “SHFT” is highlighted in reverse video, and the button
shifted and unshifted states (lock mode). information also toggles to show the shifted display.
You can also disable the [SHIFT] button function for the • When the [DEST DISP MODE] button is pressed on the
3rd row/4th row cross-point buttons. cross-point pad, turning it off, the 1st row and 2nd row
information shown on the display toggles to the signal
For details, see “Setting the AUX Bus Operation Mode” names selected on the bus.
(page 434) and “Setting the [SHIFT] button operation
mode” (page 432). The information shown in each display mode is configured
in the Setup menu. The display can also be subdivided (top
Cross-point hold function and bottom) to display two pieces of information.
Setting cross-point hold enables you to recall a keyframe
or snapshot while keeping the current cross-point selection For details, see “Setting the Display Mode of the Cross-
unchanged. Point Control Block/AUX Bus Control Block” (page 450).

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c Cross-point indicators Button name a) Description
When lit, this indicates the source color of the video signal
AUX MIX c) • Executes an AUX mix transition
assigned to buttons on the 3rd row. on the 3rd row when the [2ND
If a signal cannot be selected, because a signal is not DELG] button is lit.
assigned or the inhibit setting is set, the indicator is not lit. • Executes an AUX mix transition
You can set whether to enable the cross-point indicator in on the 3rd row or 4th row when
the Setup menu. the [2ND DELG] button is not lit.
2ND AUX MIX c) Executes an AUX mix transition on
For details, see “Setting cross-point indicators” (AUX MIX) the 4th row when the [2ND DELG]
(page 449). button is lit.
XPT HOLD c) • Sets cross-point hold on the 3rd
d Cross-point pad row when the [2ND DELG] button
Contains button assignments for functions used for bus and is lit.
router operations, status display, and so on. • Sets cross-point hold on the 3rd
row and 4th row when the [2ND
For details about operation, see “Cross-point pad” DELG] button is not lit.
(page 33) of the cross-point control block. 2ND XPT HOLD c) Sets cross-point hold on the 4th
(XPT HOLD) row when the [2ND DELG] button is
The following functions can be assigned to the cross-point lit.
pad of the AUX bus control block. KEY c) • You can select a signal on the
key side of the 3rd row while
Button name a) Description pressing the [KEY] button when
HOME Displays the HOME page of the the [2ND DELG] button is lit.
cross-point pad. • You can select signals on the key
side of the 3rd row and 4th row
PREV Displays the previous page of the while pressing the [KEY] button
(<< XXX) cross-point pad. when the [2ND DELG] button is
XXX = page name (up to 12
characters) not lit.

NEXT Displays the next page of the cross- 2ND KEY c) You can select a signal on the key
(KEY) side of the 4th row while pressing
(>> XXX) point pad.
XXX = page name (up to 12 the [KEY] button when the [2ND
characters) DELG] button is lit.

Row-n Assign Status Displays the bus/function names LEVEL BTN1 to Selects the S-Bus level configured
LEVEL BTN4 d) in the Setup menu (level selection
(XXX) assigned to the 1st row to 4th row.
n = 1 to 4 buttons).
XXX = bus/function name b) XPTPAD COPY Copies the cross-point pad
Current Page Status Displays the name of the currently settings.
(PAGE 1 XXX to displayed page. ROW-n P/P OUT1 c) Loads images (OUT1) from the
PAGE14 XXX) XXX = page name (up to 12 ROW-n M/E-1 OUT1 to PGM/PST and M/E-1 to M/E-5
characters) ROW-n M/E-5 OUT1 c) banks into the 3rd row or 4th row
Disp Mode Status Displays the name of the currently (XXX) (re-entry buttons).
n = 3 or 4
(DISP: XXX) set display mode.
XXX = display mode name (up to XXX = Name set to P/P OUT1, M/
12 characters) E-1 OUT1 to M/E-5 OUT1

Macro Reg Status Displays the name of the currently ROW-n P/P OUT6 c) Loads images (OUT6) from the
ROW-n M/E-1 OUT6 to PGM/PST and M/E-1 to M/E-5
(MACRO: XXX) recalled macro register.
XXX = macro register name (up to ROW-n M/E-5 OUT6 c) banks into the 3rd row or 4th row
8 characters) (XXX) (re-entry buttons).
n = 3 or 4
DISP MODE1 to DISP Selects display mode 1 to 6 XXX = Name set to P/P OUT6, M/
MODE6 (display mode button). E-1 OUT6 to M/E-5 OUT6
(XXX) XXX = display mode name (up to
12 characters) MACRO TAKE Executes a macro take operation.
(TAKE)
RTR MODE Switches to router operation mode.
Macro Status Displays the macro status.
2ND DELG Sets second delegation mode. (EVENT XX/XX) XX/XX = executed event number /
total number of events
DEST DISP MODE Switches the 1st row and 2nd row
information shown on the display to MACRO:XXX Recalls a macro register (1 to 250).
the selected signal/source names. (XXX) XXX = macro register name (up to
8 characters)

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a) Button name when setting in the Setup menu. When the display differs SHIFT button
from that on the cross-point pad, the button name shown in parentheses
( ) is displayed.
The [SHIFT] button function is assigned to the button on
b) If a destination is selected for which operation is inhibited using the S-Bus the right-hand end, and is used to toggle between the
protect function, "PROT" is displayed in the 3rd row and 4th row. shifted and unshifted states of the button row.
c) Enabled in AUX bus operation mode only.
d) Enabled in router operation mode only.
The operation of the [SHIFT] button in second delegation
mode can be set to one of the following modes in the Setup
menu.
Router operation mode • The shifted state is selected while the button is pressed
Used for destination source selection. (hold mode).
The AUX bus control block switches to router operation • Every time the button is pressed, it toggles between
mode when the [RTR MODE] button on the cross-point shifted and unshifted states (lock mode).
pad is pressed, turning it on. You can also disable the [SHIFT] button function for the
3rd row/4th row cross-point buttons.
a Button rows
The 1st row/2nd row are used as destination selection For details, see “Setting the Router Operation Mode”
delegation button rows, and the 3rd row/4th row are used (page 434).
as source selection cross-point button rows.
The 1st row and 2nd row can select different destinations Delegation button/cross-point button numbers
(second delegation mode) by pressing the [2ND DELG] The button numbers are labeled on the delegation/cross-
button on the cross-point pad, turning it on. point buttons. The button numbers are the same as for
AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation mode).
Name Description However, button numbers 65 to 70 are unavailable for 1st
1st row When the [2ND DELG] button is lit: row/2nd row delegation buttons.
Selects a destination to assign in
the 3rd row.
For details, see “Button numbers in the AUX bus control
When the [2ND DELG] button is not
lit: block (AUX bus operation mode)” (page 80).
• Selects a destination to assign in
the 3rd row and 4th row. b Display
• Selects a destination on the Six types of display mode can be selected, according to the
unshifted state of a delegation information to display. The display mode is switched using
button in the 1st row. the display mode buttons on the cross-point pad.
2nd row When the [2ND DELG] button is lit: The following information can be shown on the display.
Selects a destination to assign in • Settings of buttons on the 1st row to 4th row (destination
the 4th row.
name, source name)
When the [2ND DELG] button is not
lit:
• Selects a destination to assign in Notes
the 3rd row and 4th row.
• When the [SHIFT] button function is set, “SHFT”
• Selects a destination on the shifted
state of a delegation button in the appears on the display. When the shifted state is selected,
2nd row. “SHFT” is highlighted in reverse video, and the button
information also toggles to show the shifted display.
3rd row When the [2ND DELG] button is lit:
Selects a source for the destination • When the [DEST DISP MODE] button is pressed,
selected in the 1st row. turning it off, the 1st row and 2nd row information
When the [2ND DELG] button is not shown on the display toggles to the source names
lit: selected for the destination.
• Selects a source for the
destination selected in the 1st
The information shown in each display mode is configured
row or 2nd row.
• You can select a source on the in the Setup menu. The display can also be subdivided (top
shifted state of a button while and bottom) to display two pieces of information.
pressing the [SHIFT] button.
4th row When the [2ND DELG] button is lit: For details, see “Setting the Display Mode of the Cross-
Selects a source for the destination Point Control Block/AUX Bus Control Block” (page 450).
selected in the 2nd row.
When the [2ND DELG] button is not c Cross-point indicators
lit: Not used in router operation mode.
Selects a source on the shifted
state for the destination selected in
the 1st row or 2nd row.

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d Cross-point pad

For details about the cross-point pad, see “Cross-point

pad” (page 55) in AUX bus operation mode.

Menu Panel
The menu panel is used for menu operations. • Macro register
• Shotbox register
a Top menu selection buttons c Menu display
For details, see “Assigning Functions to User Preference
Buttons” (page 436).

You can change the assignment of user preference buttons

in the Setup menu.

For details, see “Setting Menu Panel Button Assignments”

(page 429).

c Menu display
b User preference buttons Displays the menu.
d Adjustment knobs
d Adjustment knobs
These adjust the parameter values appearing in the menu.
a Top menu selection buttons
These buttons select the menu appearing in the menu
display.
You can change the assignment of mode top menu
selection buttons in the Setup menu.

For details, see “Setting Menu Panel Button Assignments”

(page 429).

b User preference buttons

These buttons recall functions and menus assigned to the
buttons.
You can assign the following functions to the [PREFS 1]
to [PREFS 16] user preference buttons in the Setup menu.
• Menu shortcut
• Utility command

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Names and Functions of Parts of the Menu Screen

Overview
In the MVS system, all detailed settings for basic The menu is operated using the menu panel.
operations such as transitions, keys, wipes, and DME are
made in menus. In addition, system management, data
management, and setup are all performed using menu
operations.

Top Menu List

When the menu panel is powered on, the following top In the same way as for the top menu selection buttons on
menu list appears. the menu panel, press each button to display the
corresponding top menu in the menu display.
Use [System Shutdown] and [Menu Shutdown] to shut
down the system and menu, respectively.

For details about shutting down, see “Shutting Down the

Switcher System” (page 68) and “Shutting Down the
Menu” (page 67).

Notes
• The arrangement of buttons in the top menu list and the
default arrangement of the top menu selection buttons
may be different.
• Changing the top menu selection button assignment in
the Setup menu has no effect on the top menu list.

Menu Screen
The following are the main parts of the menu screen.
This section describes the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type menu
(1111) as an example.

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 qs b button and B button

5 Status area 6 Function button area

2 Menu page number button 7 Parameter group button
1 Menu title button 0 Keyframe status

4 HF buttons
qa Default Recall button 9 Previous page button

3 VF buttons 8 Parameter setting buttons

a Menu title button desired menu, or press one of the top menu selection
This button displays the title of the menu screen. buttons in the window, to display that menu.
You can set different colors for the main menu site and sub When the system is accessing a local drive or an external
menu site (see page 67). HDD, the indicator is lit red.
Switching the VF buttons between the Key1 to
Key4 and Key5 to Key8 button displays Frame memory external HDD
indicator
You can switch the displays using the [KEY1-4] and
[KEY5-8] menu title buttons. Local drive indicator

When [KEY1-4] is lit, Key1 to Key4 appear in the VF1 to

VF4 buttons. When [KEY5-8] is lit, Key5 to Key8 appear Note
in the VF1 to VF4 buttons. When an indicator is lit, do not power off the switcher or
disconnect the USB cable. 1)
b Menu page number button 1) When an external HDD is connected.
This shows the menu screen page number.
When you press this button, the top menu window (see
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c VF buttons When you press a function button that is
These indicate the larger subdivisions (2nd level) of the in this state, another menu appears.
menu. (Example: [Chroma Adjust] in the Type
Depending on the selected item, the content displayed on menu)
the menu screen and the HF button indicators change.
g Parameter group button
d HF buttons This displays the name of parameter groups that are
These indicate the smaller subdivisions (3rd level) of the adjustable, the current parameter setting page number, and
menu. the total number of the parameter setting pages (for
Depending on the selected item, the menu indications example, Color Vector 1/2).
change. When there are more than five parameters within the same
parameter group, press this button to display the sixth and
Depending on the function, whenever any button is subsequent parameters, which can then be adjusted.
selected, an orange bar appears on the VF buttons and HF
buttons. h Parameter setting buttons
These buttons show the adjustable parameters and their set
values. Pressing a button opens the numeric keypad
window (see page 62), where you can then enter a new
value with the numeric keypad.

i Previous page button

e Status area This button shows the page number of the previously
This area shows the status of the settings items controlled displayed menu screen. Press it to go back to that page.
by the selected menu.
An orange frame appears around the parameter area j Keyframe status
relating to the displayed menu. For each of the twelve This shows the keyframe status of the reference region.
areas, pressing the display jumps to the related menu. Pressing this button switches the menu screen as follows.
When a menu other than the Key Frame menu is
f Function button area currently shown: The menu screen switches to the
This area shows the functions that can be operated in the Key Frame menu.
currently selected menu using the buttons. When the Key Frame menu is currently shown: The
Each function button corresponds to a function which can menu screen switches to the menu that was on the
be set in the currently selected menu. Press a button to screen immediately before the Key Frame menu.
enable the function, to display a parameter group and In some menus, such as the File menu, this functions as a
adjust the parameters, or to execute the function. “region selection area” for selecting the region to which
These buttons are grouped by function. In the screen operations apply.
example, the [Key Bus] and [Matte] function buttons
constitute the <Key Fill> group. k Default Recall button
Pressing to select a button turns it on and shows its state. Press this button, and then press a VF button or parameter
setting button to return the settings to their default values,
Color State
in the following groupings.
Pale blue The function is enabled, and the • Function grouping (functions of the HF buttons under
parameters can be adjusted. the VF button)
• Parameter grouping (settings of parameter setting
buttons)
Orange The function is enabled. This only appears in those menus for which the default
recall function is enabled.

For details on menus that can be returned to their default

Purple Execution button. Pressing the states, see “Menu Tree” (page 506).
button immediately executes the
function. l b (previous) button and B (next) button
(Example: [Auto Start] in the The b button returns to the previous menu. Press the B
Chroma Adjust menu)
button to advance to the next menu.

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Top Menu Window

a Top menu selection buttons

b Add Favorite button

c Close button

d Page number entry section

a Top menu selection buttons

Displays the selected menu.

b Add Favorite button

This button registers the currently displayed menu in the
shortcut menu (see page 66).

c Close button
This button closes the top menu window.

d Page number entry section

Enter a page number and press [Enter] to open that page. If
the page number does not exist, the color of the entered
page will change. Pressing [Clear] clears the entry.

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Numeric Keypad Window
c Input display
1Item display This displays the value being entered in the numeric
2 Max./min. value
keypad window.
indication
3Input display d Close button
This button closes the numeric keypad window.
4Close button
e TC (timecode) button
5TC button
When the numeric keypad window is opened to enter a
timecode value, this button appears in the pressed state.
The range of timecode values you can enter varies as
6– button
follows depending on the signal format.
00:00:00:00 to 23:59:59:xx
7Clear button where xx = (number of frames per second) – 1

8Trim button f – (minus) button

This button toggles the sign of the entered value.
9Enter button
g Clear button
This button clears the input display. It does not change the
parameter setting.

a Item display h Trim button

This displays the name of the parameter being set using the After entering the difference from the current value, press
numeric keypad window. this button to confirm the numeric input.

b Max./min. value indication i Enter button

This displays the maximum and minimum values of the This button confirms the entered value.
parameter. If the value is set correctly, the numeric keypad window
closes.
If it is not set correctly, the input display changes color.

Keyboard Window

Note
Except when changing source names, the following
characters cannot be used.
space, \, /, :, ;, , (comma), . (period), <, >, *, ?, ", |

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 a Item display b Input display c Close button

d BS button

m Line feed button

e Caps Lock button

l Enter button
f Shift button

g Space button k Right button

h Clear button j Left button

i Del button

a Item display f Shift button

This is the name of the parameter being set. This button selects the characters on the shifted side of
buttons. [Shift] is released when you enter a character.
b Input display
This displays the character string being entered. g Space button
This button enters a space character.
c Close button
This button closes the keyboard window. h Clear button
This button clears all of the characters in the input string.
d BS (backspace) button
This button clears the character immediately before the i Del (delete) button
cursor. This button clears the character immediately after the
cursor.
e Caps Lock button
This button enables input of upper case alphabetic j Left button
characters. This button moves the cursor one character to the left.

Note k Right button

This button moves the cursor one character to the right.
You can enter items to be displayed on the control panel
LCD using lowercase letters, but these will be converted to l Enter button
uppercase for display. This button sets the input string as a parameter value.
MS-DOS does not distinguish case in filenames, and If the value is set correctly, the keyboard window closes. If
therefore you are recommended to enter filenames in the value is not set correctly, the display color changes.
uppercase letters.
m Line feed button
After pressing [Shift], press this button to advance by one
line. The input display represents a line feed as “|”.

Color Palette Window

When parameters are assigned a combination of
luminance, saturation, and hue, pressing a parameter
setting button displays the color palette window.

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 a Color palette buttons

b Operation
buttons

c Color display
section

d Numeric keypad
control block

a Color palette buttons

These buttons display the corresponding color in the color
display section.

b Operation buttons
Set: If you press any color palette button with this button
held down, the color shown in the color display section
is assigned to the color palette button.
Copy: If you press a color palette button with this button
held down, the color is used as the source for copying.
Next, press a different color palette button to copy to
that button.
Swap: If you press two color palette buttons in sequence
with this button held down, the two colors are
swapped.
Default: If you press any color palette button with this
button held down, the color palette button is set to the
default color.

c Color display section

This displays the set color and its parameters (LUM, SAT,
and HUE).
By adjusting the parameters, you can create any color.
If a parameter value is outside the permitted range for RGB
(0 to 255), “Illegal Color” appears, and the setting is
adjusted to a value within range.
Cancel: Pressing this button returns to the state before the
color palette window was opened.

d Numeric keypad control block

Use the numeric keypad to enter numeric values for
parameters (see page 62).

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 Returning to the previous menu
Basic Menu Operations To return to the last displayed menu, press the previous
page button.

Notes
Selecting a List Item
• On the MVS-8000X, M/E-5 cannot be used. M/E-5
operation and settings are disabled, even if they appear When a list is displayed on the menu screen, use one of the
in the menu. following methods to select an item.
For details, see “Disabled Menus on the MVS-8000X” • Press the item directly in the list.
(page 529). • Use the arrow keys to scroll the reverse video cursor to
• Some menus and unsupported functions may not appear, the item.
depending on the system configuration. • Turn the knob corresponding to the parameter of the item
selection.
• Press the parameter setting button for the item selection
Recalling a Menu and enter a value for the item using the numeric keypad
window.
The following three methods are available for recalling
menus. Depending on the menu, you can press [Plural] to select
more than one item or [All] to select all items.
Top menu selection buttons on the menu panel You can also select more than one item using the [Num]
Open the top menu (1st menu level) corresponding menu parameter.
for each button. Example: Selecting a frame memory folder
No. Parameter Adjustment
Note
1 No Folder selection
To select the M/E-4 or M/E-5 menu, a previous assignment
2 Num Number to select
in the Setup menu is required (see page 429).
Setting the [No] parameter to “2” and the [Num] parameter
Top menu window to “5” will select five folders starting from folder 2.
Specify the menu page number to open the menu. In the
same way as the menu panel, you can also open top menus
using the top menu selection buttons.
Setting Parameters
For details, see “Top Menu Window” (page 61).

Pressing specific buttons twice

Open the menu that corresponds to the button.

For details, see “Menus Recalled by Pressing a Button mark

Twice” (page 543).
The mark on a function button (above) indicates that there
are parameters which can be adjusted.
Selecting a Menu When you press these function buttons, you can set the
parameters using one of the following methods.
1 Display the top menu. • Turn the knob corresponding to each parameter to adjust
the value.
2 Use the VF buttons (left side of screen) to select a 2nd • Press the parameter setting button corresponding to each
level menu, and then use the HF buttons (bottom of parameter, then enter a value in the displayed numeric
screen) to select the 3rd level menu. keypad window.
• Using a mouse (see page 66).
3 Press the appropriate function button within the In this manual, parameter setting operations use the
function button area (center of screen). following convention.
The “No.” column indicates the position (numbered 1 to 5
In this manual, menu selection operations are indicated as from the top) of the adjustment knobs on the menu panel
“1st level >2nd level >3rd level (menu number).” and the parameter setting buttons.
Example: To select the Shortcut menu
Home >Favorites >Shortcut menu (0021)

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Example: Setting the key wipe pattern key parameters Setting a parameter with the mouse
No. Parameter Adjustment To adjust the value of a parameter setting button with the
1 Size Pattern size mouse, you can use one of the following three methods.
• Position the cursor over the parameter setting button for
2 Soft Degree of edge softness
which you want to adjust the value, and turn the mouse
3 Density Key density wheel.
• Position the cursor over the parameter setting button for
The first adjustment knob or the first parameter setting which you want to adjust the value, then right-click and
button sets the [Size] parameter (pattern size). drag the bar showing the setting value.
• Position the cursor over the parameter setting button for
In addition, when the [MENU] button is pressed in the which you want to adjust the value, then left-click and
device control block (trackball), turning it on, you can use enter a value in the numeric keypad window.
the trackball and Z-ring to adjust the parameters.
• Move the trackball on the x-axis to adjust the 1st
parameter, and on the y-axis to adjust the 2nd parameter. Scrolling a list with the mouse
Moving up or to the right increases the parameter value, Position the cursor over the list you want to scroll, and turn
and moving down or to the left decreases the parameter the mouse wheel.
value.
• Turn the Z-ring to adjust the 3rd parameter. In the Setup menu, you can specify the scroll direction and
Turning clockwise increases the parameter value, and whether parameters increase or decrease in relation to the
turning counterclockwise decreases the parameter value. mouse wheel rotation. And you can also switch the
functions of the right and left mouse buttons used when
adjusting the value of parameter setting buttons.
Returning Settings to Default Values
For details, see “Setting the Mouse Wheel Function when
Press [Default Recall], turning it on, and then press a VF Setting Parameters” (page 452) and “Setting the Mouse
button or parameter setting button to return the parameter Button Function when Setting Parameters” (page 452).
values or function enable/disable settings to their default
values, in the following groupings.
• When a VF button is pressed: Function grouping Using the Shortcut Menu
(functions of the HF buttons at the bottom of the screen)
• When a parameter setting button is pressed: Parameter You can create a shortcut menu by grouping frequently
grouping used menus into a kind of “favorites” menu.
In addition to menus, menu macros can also be saved in the
For details on menus that can be returned to their default shortcut menu.
states, see “Menu Tree” (page 506).
For details about menu macros, see “Menu Macros”
Notes (page 385).
• The default state depends on the initial status mode The shortcut menu settings are handled as part of the
specified in the Setup menu, as follows. control panel setup. You can recall and save these settings
User: The state when [Initial Status Define] is executed. in the same way as setup data.
Factory: Factory default settings
• The horizontal (H) and vertical (V) of position setting
parameters cannot be returned to their default states Recalling a menu from the shortcut menu
individually. For example, returning the horizontal (H)
position to its default value also returns the vertical (V) 1 Open the Home >Favorites >Shortcut menu (0021).
position to its default value automatically, and vice
versa. 2 Select a group in the <Group Select> group.

3 Press the button to which the desired menu is

Using a Mouse registered.

You can position the mouse cursor over a button and click Registering a menu in the shortcut menu
the mouse instead of pressing (touching) a button on the
You can register 15 buttons in a single shortcut menu
menu panel. Also, you can use a mouse to set parameters
group. The following two registration methods are
and to scroll lists.
available.

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To register by page number To delete button settings
Select the button you want to delete, and then press
1 In the Home >Favorites >Shortcut menu (0021), select [Clear].
the group to which you want to register the menu.
To customize a group
2 Press [Button Edit].
1 In the Home >Favorites >Shortcut menu (0021), press
The Home >Favorites >Button Edit menu (0023) [Group Edit].
appears.
The Home >Favorites >Group Edit menu (0022)
3 Select the position in which to display the button. appears.

To change the content of an already displayed button, 2 Perform the following operations.
press the button to select it.
To rename a group
4 Press [Page Set]. Select a group and press [Rename], then enter a new
group name (up to 24 characters) and press [Enter].
5 Enter the page number for the menu you want to To copy group settings
register. Select the group you want to copy and press [Copy],
To register the currently displayed menu and then select the target group and press [Paste].
To delete group settings
1 In the Home >Favorites >Shortcut menu (0021), select Select the group you want to delete and press [Clear],
the group in which you want to register the menu. check the message and press [Yes].
2 Display the menu you want to register in the shortcut
menu.
Switching between the Main Menu
3 Press the menu page number button, and press the Site and Sub Menu Site
[Add Favorite] button.
You can store two separate menu transition flows in the
The menu selected in step 2 is automatically registered main and sub menu sites.
to an open button in the group selected in step 1. By switching sites and pressing the b button and the B
button, you can trace the history in each menu.
Customizing the shortcut menu To choose the sub menu site, press the [SUB MENU SITE]
button, assigned to a top menu selection button or user
To customize buttons preference button on the menu panel, turning it on.

1 In the Home >Favorites >Shortcut menu (0021), press For details about button assignment, see “Setting Menu
[Button Edit]. Panel Button Assignments” (page 429).
The Home >Favorites >Button Edit menu (0023)
appears.
Shutting Down the Menu
2 Perform the following operations.
1 Press [Menu Shutdown] in the top menu list.
To rename a button
Select a button and press [Rename], then enter a new 2 Check the message, then press [Yes].
button name (up to 24 characters) and press [Enter].
When menu shutdown is completed, the menu screen
To change the color of a button display turns off. And the button at the top left of the
Select a button and press [Color Set], then select the menu panel ([HOME] button by default) is lit.
desired color.
To display the menu screen
To copy button settings Press and hold the button at the top left of the menu panel
Select the button you want to copy and press [Copy], for about two seconds.
and then select the target button and press [Paste].

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Shutting Down the Switcher System
Before turning the switcher system off, shut down the
switcher control station and menu using the following
procedure.

Note
If the switcher system is configured with several control
panels, shutting down the switcher control station will
cause all control panels to not operate correctly.

1 Press [System Shutdown] in the top menu list.

2 Check the message, then press [Yes].

The switcher control station and menu are shut down
in that order.
When menu shutdown is completed, the menu screen
display turns off.

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Power Supply and Connector Section
This manual describes the power supply and connectors of For details about the power supply and connectors of the
the control panel and system interface unit. MVS-8000X/7000X Multi Format Switcher Processor,
refer to the operation manual of the MVS-8000X/7000X.

MKS-X2700/X7700 System Interface Unit

Front view

MKS-X2700

POWER A, B switch and status indicators

POWER A POWER B

MKS-X7700

POWER A, B switch and status indicators Front panel LED

POWER A, B switch and status indicators

Turn the POWER switch on/off to power the unit on/off. Indicator State Error Solution
color description
The unit is turned on when the POWER switch is in the “?”
position, and turned off when in the “a” position. The Green Lit Operating –
status indicators light green when the unit is powered on. normally
The unit can continue to operate when only one power Red Lit Power supply Replace the fan unit
supply is operating normally. internal fan or the power supply
failure or +12 V unit.
Errors and corrective measures displayed output failure
depending on the status indicator – Off Power supply Replace the power
The status indicators indicate when the power is turned on failure supply unit.
and when an error is detected during operation.

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Notes • You should always turn on both the POWER A and B
switches.
• If a status indicator is not lit when the POWER switch is
turned on, there may be a problem with the power supply Front panel LED (MKS-X7700 only)
wiring. Turn the POWER switch off and contact your Lit blue when the POWER switch is turned on and the unit
Sony service representative. is booting.
• If a status indicator momentarily is lit red when the
power supply is turned on, a tone may be emitted, but
this does not indicate a fault.

Rear view

MKS-X2700

h SERIAL TALLY 1 and 2 connectors a U terminal

g REMOTE 1 to 6 connectors b -AC IN A and B

connectors

j TALLY/GPI IN 1 to 34 connectors c REF IN connectors

i TALLY/GPI OUT 1 to 36 connectors d UTIL connector

e MVS connector

f S-BUS connector

MKS-X7700

g REMOTE 1 to 6 connectors a U terminal

(when MKS-X7702 is installed)
i TALLY/GPI OUT 1 to 54 connectors b -AC IN A and B
(when MKS-X7701 is installed) connectors

j TALLY/GPI IN 1 to 68 connectors g REMOTE 1 to 4 connectors

h SERIAL TALLY 1 and 2 connectors c REF IN connectors

d UTIL connector

e MVS connector

f S-BUS connector

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a U (signal ground) terminal i TALLY/GPI OUT 1 to 54 connectors or 1 to 36
Connect to the system ground. connectors (D-sub 25-pin)
Outputs tally information generated by the control panel of
b -AC IN (AC power input) A and B connectors (3- the MVS system using a relay. It can also be used as a GPI
pin) output port.
Connect to 100 V to 240 V AC power supply with the The output setting is controlled from the control panel of
optional AC power cords. the MVS system.
The unit is equipped with two power supplies. When A or
B power supply is normal, unit operation can proceed. j TALLY/GPI IN 1 to 68 connectors or 1 to 34
connectors (D-sub 25-pin)
c REF IN (reference video signal input) connectors Input a trigger signal as a GPI input.
(BNC type) The input setting is controlled from the control panel of the
Connect to an external signal source when syncing the unit MVS system.
to an external sync signal. For HDTV, connect a HD tri-
level sync signal, black burst signal, or analog sync signal.
For SDTV, connect a black burst signal or analog sync
signal.
The two connectors are link through, so that the signal
input on either connector is also output on the other
connector. Connect the supplied 75 Ω terminator to the
remaining connector if not using the link through output.

d UTIL (utility) connector (RJ-45, 1000BASE-T

compliant)
Reserved for future use.

e MVS (multi format video switcher) connector (RJ-

45, 1000BASE-T compliant)
Connect to a MVS-8000X/7000X multi format switcher
processor and ICP-X7000 integrated control panel via an
Ethernet switch.

f S-BUS connector (BNC-type)

Connect a cable with BNC connector to an S-Bus data link
via a T bridge.
Connecting devices such as routing switchers and AUX
bus remote panels via an S-Bus data link enables the
following kinds of control.
• Generation and return of tally information on the S-Bus,
based on data received from other devices.
• Switching of cross-points on a routing switcher from the
control panel.
• Switching of cross-points on a switcher from the remote
panel.
• Display of source names configured by a routing
switcher on the control panel.

g REMOTE 1 to 6 connectors or 1 to 4 connectors (D-

sub 9-pin, RS-422A)
Connect to a device controlled using Sony 9-pin VTR,
VDCP (Video Disk Communications Protocol), Odetics
protocol, or P-Bus (Peripheral II Protocol) protocols.

h SERIAL TALLY 1 and 2 connectors (D-sub 9-pin,

RS-422A compliant)
Outputs tally information generated by the control panel of
the MVS system.

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Control Panel

Bottom view

ICP-X7000 Integrated Control Panel

a DC IN
connector

b LAN
connector

MKS-X7075 Extension Adaptor

a DC IN
connector

b LAN
connector

a DC IN connector 1) For details about supported PoE+ compatible Ethernet switches, contact
your Sony service or sales representative.
Connect to the 12 V DC output of the supplied AC adaptor.

b LAN connector (RJ-45, PoE+, 1000BASE-T

compliant)
Connect to a MVS-8000X/7000X multi format switcher
processor and ICP-X7000 integrated control panel via an
Ethernet switch. The unit can operate without using an AC
adapter if connected to a PoE+ (Power over Ethernet Plus)
compatible Ethernet switch. 1)

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MKS-X7011 Menu Panel

Bottom view

c LAN connector

b U terminal

a DC IN connector

a DC IN connector DEVICE connector (USB 2.0 compliant, USB Type A)

Connect to the 12 V DC output of the supplied AC adaptor. Connect to a USB flash drive for transferring files.

b U (signal ground) terminal

Connect to the system ground.

c LAN connector (RJ-45, PoE+, 1000BASE-T

compliant)
Connect to a MVS-8000X/7000X multi format switcher
processor and ICP-X7000 integrated control panel via an
Ethernet switch. The unit can operate without using an AC
adapter if connected to a PoE+ (Power over Ethernet Plus)
compatible Ethernet switch. 1)

1) For details about supported PoE+ compatible Ethernet switches, contact

your Sony service or sales representative.

Side view

DEVICE connector

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 Signal Selection and
Transitions Chapter 3
Image Creation Operation Flow
The switch from the current video stream (appearing on The following illustration shows the flow of operations for
the corresponding program monitor) to a new video stream carrying out a transition on an M/E bank or the PGM/PST
is referred to as a transition. bank.

Select current background video

Select next transition

Background Key 1 to key 8

Select new background video

Make key settings (page 105)

Select transition type (page 82)

Cut Mix NAM Preset Wipe DME wipe

Super mix
Color mix

Make wipe settings

(page 138)

Make DME wipe settings

(page 151)

Preview the effect of transition (page 96)

Execute the transition (page 89)

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Signal Selection
You carry out signal selection with the cross-point buttons Depending on the module used, each row has 36 buttons,
in the cross-point control block of the M/E bank or PGM/ 28 buttons, or 20 buttons. This section describes modules
PST bank, and the buttons in the AUX bus control block with 36-button rows.
(AUX bus operation mode).

Cross-point button rows

Cross-point pad

1st row

2nd row

Display

Cross-point indicators

3rd row

4th row

Cross-point control block

Delegation button rows

Cross-point pad

1st row

2nd row

Display

Cross-point indicators

3rd row

4th row

Cross-point button rows

AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation mode)

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 For example, to load the output image from the M/E-1
Overview bank as the background B on the M/E-2 bank, press the M/
E-1 reentry button in the 4th row in the cross-point control
The cross-point control block and AUX bus control block
block of the M/E-2 bank.
each have 36 cross-point buttons.
These buttons are identified by numbers common to all of
the banks and the control block, and a signal is assigned to Notes
each number. • In 36-button rows, the M/E-1 to M/E-3 and PGM/PST
The basic signal selection process is to select, in a cross- reentry buttons are assigned to buttons numbered 32 to
point button row, the cross-point button to which is 35.
assigned the desired signal. The M/E-4 and M/E-5 reentry buttons must be assigned
in the Setup menu (see page 430).
Re-entry buttons • Re-entry buttons can also be assigned to the cross-point
pad (see page 449).
Reentry buttons are assigned to the cross-point button rows • For a 5M/E or 6M/E system, a maximum of four reentry
in the cross-point control block and AUX bus control stages are possible. For details about other restrictions,
block (AUX bus operation mode). see “Restrictions on color corrector and M/E
Reentry buttons are used to load an image created on a combinations” (page 200).
switcher bank (M/E and PGM/PST) as an input signal on
another switcher bank.

Bus Selection
Each cross-point button row is shared by multiple buses.
To assign a bus to the 1st row/2nd row cross-point buttons
in the cross-point control block, press one of the bus
delegation buttons in the cross-point pad, turning it on.
To assign a bus to the 3rd row/4th row cross-point buttons
in the AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation mode),
press one of the bus delegation buttons in the 1st row or
2nd row, turning it on.
You can also select a signal in the 2nd row by assigning
bus delegation buttons to the 1st row of the cross-point
control block (key/AUX bus delegation mode).

For details, see “Setting the Cross-Point Control Block to

Key/AUX Bus Delegation Mode” (page 448).

The following table illustrates the correspondence

between buses and cross-point button rows, and the
delegation operations.

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Control block Bus name Cross-point button Delegation operation a)
rows
Cross-point Background A bus b) c) 3rd row –
control block: b) c)
Background B bus 4th row –
M/E-1
c)
M/E-2 Key 1 bus to key 8 bus 1st row, 2nd row • Press the delegation buttons [KEY1] to [KEY8]
M/E-3 on the cross-point pad, turning them on.
M/E-4 • To assign to the 2nd row in key/AUX bus
M/E-5 delegation mode, press the [KEY1] to [KEY8]
PGM/PST buttons in the 1st row, turning them on.
Utility 1 bus c) 1st row, 2nd row • Press the delegation buttons [UTL1] and
Utility 2 bus c) [UTL2] on the cross-point pad, turning them
on.
• To assign to the 2nd row in key/AUX bus
delegation mode, press the [UTIL1] and
[UTIL2] buttons in the 1st row, turning them
on.
DME external video bus c) 1st row, 2nd row • Press the delegation button [DME EXT] on the
cross-point pad, turning it on.
• To assign to the 2nd row in key/AUX bus
delegation mode, press the [DME EXT] button
in the 1st row, turning it on.
DME utility 1 bus c) 1st row, 2nd row • Press the delegation buttons [DME UTL1] and
DME utility 2 bus c) [DME UTL2] on the cross-point pad, turning
them on.
• To assign to the 2nd row in key/AUX bus
delegation mode, press the [DME UTIL1] and
[DME UTIL2] buttons in the 1st row, turning
them on.
Edit preview bus 2nd row In key/AUX bus delegation mode, press the
[EDIT PVW] button in the 1st row, turning it on.
AUX1 bus to AUX48 bus 2nd row In key/AUX bus delegation mode, press the
[AUX 1] to [AUX 48] buttons in the 1st row,
turning them on.
Frame memory source 1 bus 2nd row In key/AUX bus delegation mode, press the
Frame memory source 2 bus [FMS 1] and [FMS 2] buttons in the 1st row,
turning them on.
DME1 video bus to DME8 video 2nd row In key/AUX bus delegation mode, press the
bus [DME1 V] to [DME8 V] buttons in the 1st row,
turning them on.
DME1 key bus to DME8 key bus 2nd row In key/AUX bus delegation mode, press the
[DME1 K] to [DME8 K] buttons in the 1st row,
turning them on.
Color corrector 1 bus 2nd row In key/AUX bus delegation mode, press the
Color corrector 2 bus [CCR 1] and [CCR 2] buttons in the 1st row,
turning them on.

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Control block Bus name Cross-point button Delegation operation a)
rows
AUX bus control AUX1 bus to AUX48 bus 3rd row, 4th row Press the [AUX 1] to [AUX 48] buttons in the 1st
block (AUX bus row/2nd row, turning them on.
operation mode)
Frame memory source 1 bus 3rd row, 4th row Press the [FMS 1] button and [FMS 2] button in
Frame memory source 2 bus the 1st row/2nd row, turning them on.
Color corrector 1 bus 3rd row, 4th row Press the [CCR 1] button and [CCR 2] button in
Color corrector 2 bus the 1st row/2nd row, turning them on.
Edit preview bus 3rd row, 4th row Press the [EDIT PVW] buttons in the 1st row/2nd
row, turning them on.
DME1 video bus to DME8 video 3rd row, 4th row Press the [DME1 V] and [DME8 V] buttons in the
bus 1st row/2nd row, turning them on.
DME1 key bus to DME8 key bus 3rd row, 4th row Press the [DME1 K] and [DME8 K] buttons in the
1st row/2nd row, turning them on.
M/E-1 UTILITY 1 and 2 buses 3rd row, 4th row Press the following buttons in the 1st row/2nd
M/E-2 UTILITY 1 and 2 buses row, turning them on.
M/E-3 UTILITY 1 and 2 buses [M/E1 UTIL1] button, [M/E1 UTIL2] button
M/E-4 UTILITY 1 and 2 buses [M/E2 UTIL1] button, [M/E2 UTIL2] button
M/E-5 UTILITY 1 and 2 buses [M/E3 UTIL1] button, [M/E3 UTIL2] button
P/P UTILITY 1 and 2 buses [M/E4 UTIL1] button, [M/E4 UTIL2] button
[M/E5 UTIL1] button, [M/E5 UTIL2] button
[P/P UTIL1] button, [P/P UTIL2] button
M/E-1 key 1 fill to key 8 fill buses 3rd row, 4th row Press the following buttons in the 1st row/2nd
M/E-2 key 1 fill to key 8 fill buses row, turning them on.
M/E-3 key 1 fill to key 8 fill buses [M/E1 KEY1 V] to [M/E1 KEY8 V] buttons
M/E-4 key 1 fill to key 8 fill buses [M/E2 KEY1 V] to [M/E2 KEY8 V] buttons
M/E-5 key 1 fill to key 8 fill buses [M/E3 KEY1 V] to [M/E3 KEY8 V] buttons
DSK1 to DSK8 fill buses [M/E4 KEY1 V] to [M/E4 KEY8 V] buttons
[M/E5 KEY1 V] to [M/E5 KEY8 V] buttons
[DSK1 V] to [DSK8 V] buttons
M/E-1 key 1 to key 8 source buses 3rd row, 4th row Press the following buttons in the 1st row/2nd
M/E-2 key 1 to key 8 source buses row, turning them on.
M/E-3 key 1 to key 8 source buses [M/E1 KEY1 K] to [M/E1 KEY8 K] buttons
M/E-4 key 1 to key 8 source buses [M/E2 KEY1 K] to [M/E2 KEY8 K] buttons
M/E-5 key 1 to key 8 source buses [M/E3 KEY1 K] to [M/E3 KEY8 K] buttons
DSK1 to DSK8 source buses [M/E4 KEY1 K] to [M/E4 KEY8 K] buttons
[M/E5 KEY1 K] to [M/E5 KEY8 K] buttons
[DSK1 K] to [DSK8 K] buttons
M/E-1 DME external video bus 3rd row, 4th row Press the following buttons in the 1st row/2nd
M/E-2 DME external video bus row, turning them on.
M/E-3 DME external video bus [M/E1 DME EXT] button
M/E-4 DME external video bus [M/E2 DME EXT] button
M/E-5 DME external video bus [M/E3 DME EXT] button
P/P DME external video bus [M/E4 DME EXT] button
[M/E5 DME EXT] button
[P/P DME EXT] button
DME utility 1 bus 3rd row, 4th row Press the [DME UTIL1] and [DME UTIL2]
DME utility 2 bus buttons in the 1st row/2nd row, turning them on.

a) For buttons that not set by default, assignment is required in the Setup
menu. Notes
b) Dual background bus mode can be selected.
c) Can also be assigned using utility bus mode. • The [DUAL BKGD BUS] button requires an assignment
to have been made in the Setup menu (see page 449).
Dual background bus mode • For the following state of the switcher banks, dual
You can select the background A bus (3rd row) shifted background bus mode is not available.
signal in the 1st row, and the background B bus (4th row) - When set to [Dual M/E Assign]
shifted signal in the 2nd row. - When the operation mode (M/E Config) is set to DSK
To set dual background bus mode, press the [DUAL mode
BKGD BUS] button on the cross-point pad, turning it on.

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Utility bus mode Notes
The following buses can be assigned to the 1st row to 4th
row while the [UTIL] button is pressed on the cross-point • Not available in key/AUX bus delegation mode.
pad of the cross-point control block. • Not available when dual background bus mode is set.
While the [UTIL] button is pressed, the cross-point pad • If a key bus is assigned using the [UTIL] button, the key
displays buttons for utility bus mode, and you can switch source signal cannot be selected.
the assignment in the 2nd row by pressing the [DME
UTL1] button or [DME UTL2] button.
• 1st row: DME external video bus Signal Assignment and Selection
• 2nd row: DME utility 1 bus (when [DME UTL1] button
indicator is lit) or DME utility 2 bus (when [DME
UTL2] button indicator is lit) Assigning signals to buttons
• 3rd row: Utility 1 bus Each cross-point button has a button number, which you
• 4th row: Utility 2 bus use to assign a signal.
In addition to the signals input to the following connectors,
You can change the bus assignments of the 1st row to 4th you can also select signals generated within the switcher.
row in the Setup menu. The following bus assignments are • The input connectors on the rear panel of the switcher (1
supported. to 144 on the MVS-8000X, 1 to 80 on the MVS-7000X)
- Background A bus, B bus • The premium input 1 to 20 connectors (MVS-8000X
- Key 1 bus to key 8 bus only)
The [UTIL] button operation can be set to hold mode or • The FC input 1 to 16 connectors (MVS-8000X only)
lock mode. Each button has assigned to it a video signal and a key
signal, forming a pair. You can set the video and key
For details, see “Setting Utility Bus Mode” (page 451) combinations in the Setup menu.
and “Setting the [UTIL] button operation mode”
(page 447). For details, see “Creating Cross-Point Assign Tables”
(page 430).

Cross-point control block button numbers

SHIFT button

1, 2, 3, 4, … (first numbers) …, 33, 34, 35

36, 37, 38, 39, … (second numbers) …, 68, 69, 70

SHIFT button

On the M/E and PGM/PST banks, each cross-point button

has two button numbers, and you use the [SHIFT] button Button Number when the Number when the
shift button is not shift button is
to switch between these numbers. pressed (unshifted pressed (shifted
In the case of a 36-button layout, the button numbers are as state) state)
follows.
From left side to 1 to 35 36 to 70
35th
The rightmost (36th) button is used as the [SHIFT] button.

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When selecting the signals of button numbers 1 to 35, Note
press the corresponding cross-point button number. When
selecting the signals of button numbers 36 to 70, press the The [SHIFT] button functions in the mode (hold/lock) set
[SHIFT] button and the corresponding cross-point button in the Setup menu.
number. You can also disable the [SHIFT] button function for the
3rd row/4th row cross-point buttons.
Notes
For details, see “Setting the AUX Bus Operation Mode”
• The [SHIFT] button functions in the mode (hold/lock) (page 434) and “Setting the [SHIFT] button operation
set in the Setup menu. mode” (page 432).
You can also disable the [SHIFT] button function.
For details, see “Setting the [SHIFT] button operation When the [2ND DELG] button is not lit
mode” (page 432). The bus selected by the delegation buttons in the 1st row
• The [SHIFT ALL] button assigned to the cross-point pad or 2nd row is assigned to the 3rd row and 4th row.
is enabled, even if the [SHIFT] button use is not set. In In the case of a 36-button layout, the button numbers are as
this case, the button numbers are 1 to 36 in the unshifted follows.
state, and 37 to 72 in the shifted state.
• You can use the rightmost button (36th) as a [SIDE Button row Button Button number/
FLAG] button. In this case, the [SHIFT] button moves [SHIFT] button
one position to the left to number 35, and the button 1st row, 3rd row From left side to 1 to 35
numbers are offset by one. 35th While the [SHIFT]
For details about the [SIDE FLAG] button, see button is held down:
36 to 70
“Assigning the [SIDE FLAG] Button” (page 433).
36th [SHIFT] button (hold
mode)
Button numbers in the AUX bus control 2nd row, 4th From left side to 36 to 70
block (AUX bus operation mode) row 35th
The 1st row and 2nd row are used as bus selection 36th [SHIFT] button
delegation button rows, and the 3rd row and 4th row are (always lit)
used as signal selection cross-point button rows. The [SHIFT] buttons in the 1st row and 3rd row operate in
The button numbers vary depending on the state of the hold mode, and you can select a signal on the shifted state
[2ND DELG] button (lit/unlit) in the cross-point pad. of a button while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
When the [2ND DELG] button is lit (second The [SHIFT] buttons on the 2nd row and 4th row are
delegation mode) always lit, and have no effect when pressed.
The bus selected by the delegation buttons in the 1st row is
assigned to the 3rd row, and the bus selected by the
delegation buttons in the 2nd row is assigned to the 4th Inhibiting Operation of Cross-point
row. Buttons
In the case of a 36-button layout, the button numbers are as
follows.
Inhibiting operation of each cross-point
Button Number when the Number when the
shift button is not shift button is button
pressed (unshifted pressed (shifted For each cross-point button, you can temporarily inhibit
state) state) operations.
From left side to 1 to 35 36 to 70
35th
Note
The rightmost (36th) button is used as the [SHIFT] button.
This setting is cleared when you reset the control panel.
When selecting the bus/signals of button numbers 1 to 35,
press the corresponding cross-point button number. When
To enable inhibit setting operation, assignment to the
selecting the bus/signals of button numbers 36 to 70, press
[XPT INHBT SET] button and [XPT INHBT ALLCLR]
the [SHIFT] button and the corresponding cross-point
button in the cross-point pad is required in the Setup menu.
button number.
For details, see “Assigning a function to a cross-point pad
button” (page 449).

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Buses for which operations can be inhibited For details about the display, see “Cross-Point Control
You can specify the cross-point button rows in the cross- Block” (page 30) and “AUX Bus Control Block”
point control block. (page 53).
For example, if you inhibit one cross-point button in the
cross-point control block, this inhibits operation of all Note
cross-point buttons with the same number in the following
buses. When a signal on the shifted state of a cross-point button
• Background A and background B buses is selected, the shifted signal name is displayed.
• Key 1 bus to key 8 bus
• Utility 1 bus and utility 2 bus Colors of lit cross-point buttons
• DME utility 1 bus and DME utility 2 bus
• DME external video bus In a particular row of cross-point buttons, only the last
pressed button is active, and is lit amber or red. Amber
Setting inhibit for a cross-point button indicates the “low tally” state and red indicates the “high
Press and hold the [XPT INHBT SET] button, and press tally” state, indicating whether or not the selected signal
the target cross-point button to inhibit. appears in the final output video.
While the [XPT INHBT SET] button is pressed, the
inhibited buttons flash amber. Color of State Meaning
button
when lit
Notes
Amber a) Low tally Does not appear in final output
• Nothing is displayed on inhibited cross-point buttons. video
• Even when you inhibit operation of a cross-point button, Red High tally Appears in final output video
macro attachment settings are still possible.
a) If secondary delegation mode is set on the AUX bus control block (AUX
Releasing inhibit mode for a cross-point button bus operation mode), the 4th row buttons are lit green.
Press and hold the [XPT INHBT SET] button, and press Cross-point indicators
the target cross-point button to release. Indicators are lit the color of the video signal source color
Releasing inhibit mode for all buttons assigned to the buttons in the 3rd row of the cross-point
Press and hold the [XPT INHBT SET] button, and press control block/AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation
the [XPT INHBT ALLCLR] button. mode).
The color of the cross-point indicators does not change
even if a 3rd row button is lit red or amber.
Inhibiting (protect) operation of each
cross-point button row
For each cross-point button row on the cross-point control
block, you can temporarily inhibit button operations.

The [ROW-1 PROT] to [ROW-4 PROT] buttons used for

protecting rows are assigned to the cross-point pad in the
Setup menu (see page 449).
Press the [ROW-1 PROT] to [ROW-4 PROT] buttons,
turning them on, to inhibit button operation in the target
cross-point button rows (1st row to 4th row).

Signal Name Display

You can attach a name (source name) to the signal
assigned to a cross-point button, with a maximum of 16
characters.
The specified source name appears on the display of the
cross-point control block or AUX bus control block (AUX
bus operation mode).
There are six display modes, depending on the information
to display and format, switched using the display mode
buttons on the cross-point pad.

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 Type Description Independent See page
Transitions key transitions
Preset A color matte Not selectable page 88
color mix (unpatterned
display) is
Transition Type inserted during
the transition
where the current
video is switched
Type Description Independent See page
to the new video
key transitions
in a two-stage
Mix The new video Selectable – transition.
progressively
Wipe A wipe switches Selectable page 138
fades in over the
from the current
current video.
video to the new
The sum of the
video using a
two video outputs
predetermined
is maintained at
pattern.
a constant, with
the output of DME wipe The current video Selectable page 151
each at 50% at switches to the
the mid-point of new video,
the transition similar to a wipe,
(i.e., when the using a DME
fader lever is in effect.
the center
Clip Plays back a Not selectable –
position).
transition frame memory
NAM (non- The current video Not selectable – clip (movie)
additive and new video linked to a mix or
mix) signals are wipe transition.
compared, and
Cut The new video Selectable –
the signal with
instantaneously
the higher
replaces the
luminance level
current video.
is given priority in
the output. The
signals are
compared at the
mid-point of the
transition when
both signals are
at 100%, at
which point the
signal with the
higher luminance
level is output.
Super mix The current video Not selectable page 87
is maintained at
100% output for
the first half of
the transition as
the new video is
mixed while
increasing
progressively to
100% at the mid
point of the
transition.

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 For details about settings of the [ALL] button, see
Basic Operation for “Setting the Operation Mode of the [ALL] Button in
the Transition Control Block” (page 447).
Transitions
Note
More than one next transition selection buttons can be
Transition operations are performed using the transition
pressed and lit at the same time.
control block. Only background transitions can be
executed on the simple-type transition control block.
3 To change the key overlay sequence for a transition,
set the key priority for after the transition.
Next transition selection buttons
For details about the method of operation, see “Key
Priority Settings” (page 85).

4 Select the video for after the transition executes.

Select the background video using the 4th row
(background B bus) cross-point buttons.
To insert a key, select the key signal, and make key
settings as required.
For details about key settings, see “Keys” (page 105).
To carry out an instantaneous cut transition, skip to
step 7.

5 Select the transition type using the transition type

selection buttons.
To switch gradually to the new video overlaid on
Transition execution section
the current video: Press the [MIX], [NAM],
Transition type selection buttons [SUPER MIX], or [PST COLOR MIX] button,
turning it on.
To switch from the current video to the new video
Transition control block
using a wipe: Press the [WIPE] or [DME] button,
1 In the 3rd row (background A bus) of the cross-point turning it on.
control block, select the background video. To play a frame memory clip while switching from
the old video to the new video: Press the
2 Select the part of the image to change in a transition [FM1&2 CLIP], [FM3&4 CLIP], [FM1&2 CLIP],
using the next transition selection buttons in the or [FM3&4 CLIP] button corresponding to the
transition control block. frame memory clip to use, turning it on.

To change the background: Press the [BKGD] You can also use the Misc >Transition menu to select
button, turning it on. a transition type for a switcher bank (see page 87).
To insert or remove a key: Press the [KEY1] to
[KEY8] buttons, turning them on. Note
To enable the key overlay order (priority) setting
after the transition: Press the [KEY PRIOR] You can change the assignment of the transition
button, turning it on. selection buttons in the transition control block in the
To remove all the currently inserted keys: Press the Setup menu (see page 428).
[BKGD] button twice in rapid succession
(available only when double-press operations are 6 Make the required settings, according to the selected
enabled in the Setup menu). transition type.
To change preset keys and backgrounds • Super mix settings (see page 87)
simultaneously: Press the [ALL] button. • Preset color mix settings (see page 88)
For details about double-press operation settings of • Wipe settings (see page 138)
the [BKGD] button, see “Setting the Button and Fader • DME wipe settings (see page 156)
Lever Operation Mode” (page 446). • Clip transition settings (see page 182)

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 • Transition rate (the time from the beginning of a video to display after the transition in the 4th row
transition to its completion) settings (see page 89) (background B bus).

Using transition preview mode (see page 96), you can 2 Select the transition type using the transition type
check the transition on the preview monitor. selection buttons.
For details, refer to step 5 in “Basic Operation for
Note
Transitions” (page 83).
When you have selected a wipe or DME wipe as the
transition type, set the transition execution range (see 3 Make the required settings, according to the selected
page 91). transition type.

7 Carry out the transition in the transition execution For details, refer to step 6 in “Basic Operation for
section. Transitions” (page 83).

To switch video gradually due to a mix or wipe, for 4 Carry out the transition in the transition execution
example: Press the [AUTO TRANS] button, or section.
operate the fader lever.
When you press the [AUTO TRANS] button, the Press the [TAKE] button or operate the fader lever.
transition is executed at the set transition rate. Pressing the [TAKE] button executes the transition at
To switch video instantaneously: Press the [CUT] the preset transition rate.
button. For details, see “Executing a Transition” (page 89).
For details, see “Executing a Transition” (page 89).
Note

Operations on the transition control block You can also use the fader lever as split faders (see
(simple type) page 95).

Transition type selection buttons

Transition execution section

Transition control block (simple type)

1 Select the background video on the cross-point control

block.
Select the video to display before execution of the
transition in the 3rd row (background A bus) and the

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 Setting the Key Priority (Transition
Key Priority Settings Control Block)

If a number of keys are already inserted in the current

video, you can check or change the overlay sequence (key Next transition selection buttons
priority).
When a key priority ([KEY PRIOR] button) is selected as
the next transition, you can also change the key priority
when switching to the new video.

The key priority values are from 1 to 4, with a higher

priority key being “in front” as seen on the screen.

Priority 2

Priority 1

PRIOR SET button

KEY PRIOR button

Transition control block

Priority 4
Note
Priority 3
Setting the key priority is not supported using the
You can set the key priority for keys inserted in the current transition control block (simple type).
video and for keys after the transition.
The key priority setting can be set using either the [PRIOR
Changing the key priority
SET] button in the transition control block, or using the
Misc >Key Priority menu for the M/E or PGM/PST bank.
Key priority: 3, 1, 4, 2

Notes
• When the operating mode is set to multi program, the
key priority setting cannot be made.
• When the signal format is set to 1080P, key 5 to key 8
cannot be used.

Select [KEY1].

Key priority: 1, 3, 4, 2

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1 Press and hold the [PRIOR SET] and press the [KEY To set the key priority of the keys for after the
PRIOR] button to select key priority setting mode. transition, open the M/E-1 >Misc >Next Key Priority
menu (1174).
When the [KEY PRIOR] button is lit green, key
setting mode for after the transition is selected. When 2 In the <Higher Group> group, select the group to
the [KEY PRIOR] button is not lit, key setting mode display at the front.
for the currently inserted keys is selected.
The selected group button is lit green, indicating that
2 Set the key to display at the front. the priority of the keys within the group can be set.
Set each group, consisting of key 1 to key 4 and key 5 3 In the <Priority1>, <Priority2>, <Priority3>, and
to key 8. <Priority4> groups, select the key for each priority
Press and hold the [PRIOR SET] button and press the level.
[KEY1] to [KEY4] buttons or [KEY5] to [KEY8]
buttons. The selected keys are set priority 1 to 4.
The selected key is set for display at the front within
the group. Note
To set the key priority for after the transition to the
same setting as the current setting, press and hold the It is not possible to select the same key for different
[PRIOR SET] button and press the [BKGD] button. priority levels.

Notes
4 In the <Lower Group> group, select the other group,
then select the key for each priority level in the
• You can set the key priority within the key 1 to key <Priority5>, <Priority6>, <Priority7>, and
4 group and key 5 to key 8 group, but not for <Priority8> groups.
combinations of keys from different groups. For
example, it is not possible to set a sequence of keys The selected keys are set priority 5 to 8.
1, 5, and 2.
• The [BKGD] button is active only when in the mode The current key priority can be checked on the
for changing the key priority for after the transition. program monitor for the switcher bank.
When the [KEY PRIOR] button is selected in a next
The current key priority can be checked on the transition, the key priority for after the transition can
program monitor for the switcher bank. be checked on the preview monitor for the switcher
When the [KEY PRIOR] button is selected in a next bank.
transition, the key priority for after the transition can
be checked on the preview monitor for the switcher
bank. Displaying the Key Output Status
and Priority
3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 to set the key priority.
You can check the key status and priority on the display of
the transition control block.
Key Priority Setting Operations
(Menu)
The priority of the key 1 to key 4 group and key 5 to key 8
group (higher/lower) sets the key sequence within each
group.
The keys in the higher group have priority 1 to 4, and the
keys in the lower group have priority 5 to 8.
This section describes setting the key priority on the M/E-
1 bank as an example.

Changing the key priority

1 Display the key priority setting menu.

To set the key priority of the currently inserted keys,
open the M/E-1 >Misc >Key Priority menu (1173).

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 Key 1 to key 4 status Selecting the Transition
Key 5 to key 8 status
Type
For details about selecting the transition type on the
transition control block, see “Basic Operation for
Transitions” (page 83).

Setting the Transition Type (Menu)

Priority

Priority You can select the transition type in the Misc >Transition
menu for each switcher bank.
Target bank
This section describes setting the transition type on the M/
E-1 bank as an example.
Transition control block display
1 Open the M/E-1 >Misc >Transition menu (1171).
Key output status display
When a key is currently inserted, “K1” to “K8” are 2 Select the transition type in the <Transition Type>
displayed highlighted. group.
Key priority display Make the required settings, according to the selected
The key priority is displayed using the numbers 1 to 8 transition type.
under the status indicators for each key corresponding to • Super mix settings (see page 87)
the priority levels 1 to 8. • Preset color mix settings (see page 88)
If the [KEY PRIOR] button is selected in a next transition,
the priority of keys for after the transition are displayed
Note
highlighted on the right of the current priority. The key
priority for after the transition is not displayed if the values When multi-program mode is selected, there may be
are the same as the current priority setting. cases in which two or more transition types have been
selected.
Note
Only the priority for after the transition is displayed while
setting the priority of keys for after the transition. Super Mix Settings
You can set the output levels of the current and new video
signals at the mid-point of the transition, in the range 0 to
100%.

1 Open the M/E-1 >Misc >Transition menu (1171).

2 Select [Super Mix] in the <Transition Type> group.

3 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

2 A Gain Background A output level
3 B Gain Background B output level

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 When a key is inserted
Preset Color Mix Settings
You can specify the color for the color matte inserted in a
preset color mix by adjusting the luminance, saturation, Key
and hue values.
Also, in place of a color matte you can use an image
selected on the utility 2 bus.

Note
The key is gradually
In multi-program mode, you can use a preset color mix removed.
only when selecting the background for the next transition.
One-stroke mode
This mode performs a preset color mix in a single
transition.
When bus fixed mode is selected in the Setup menu, a
preset color mix is always carried out in one-stroke mode.
When a key is selected in
One-time mode When no key is selected.
the next transition.
This mode switches to the previous transition type
automatically when a preset color mix is completed. Key gradually
fades in to the
new video.
When only the background is changed

Current video

It is possible to preserve the key state while carrying out

the color matte mix using settings in the Setup menu.

Color matte

New video

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When, with a key inserted, a key is selected in the
next transition
Executing a Transition
Key There are two modes for carrying out a transition: auto
transitions are carried out by a button operation, and
manual transitions are carried out using the fader lever.
It is also possible to combine both methods, taking control
with the fader lever of an auto transition which has partly
completed, or complete a transition started with the fader
Key state is lever as an auto transition.
preserved. By combining common transitions with independent key
transitions, different transition types can be applied to the
background and keys, for example allowing a key wipe
combined with a background dissolve.

Transition Indicator
The key is gradually
removed. In each of the M/E banks and PGM/PST bank, to the left
of the fader lever is a transition indicator composed of
multiple LEDs. This indicator shows the state of the
transition, whether auto or manual, by which LEDs are lit.

Setting the color matte Lit

1 Open the M/E-1 >Misc >Transition menu (1171).

2 Select [Preset Color Mix] in the <Transition Type>

group.

3 Select [Flat Color] in the <Preset Color Mix Fill>

group.
Transition indicator
To use the utility 2 bus signal, select [Utility 2 Bus].

4 Set the following parameters. For example, in the previous illustration, it can be seen that
the transition is more than half completed.
When the transition is completed, all of the LEDs turn off.
No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Luminance Luminance
3 Saturation Saturation Setting the Transition Rate
4 Hue Hue
There are two ways of setting the transition rate: using the
Flexi Pad control block or numeric keypad control block to
enter a numeric value, or using the Misc >Transition menu
for the M/E or PGM/PST bank.
You can also display the transition rate, independent key
transition rate, and fade-to-black transition rate for each
bank, and change the settings (see page 194).

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 Note Setting the transition rate (Flexi Pad
control block)
When a clip transition is selected as the transition type, it
is not possible to set the transition rate.
TRANS RATE button

Frame input mode and timecode input TC button

mode CLEAR button
For numeric input of the transition rate value, there are two
modes: frame input mode and timecode input mode. You
select one of these modes using either the Flexi Pad control
block or the numeric keypad control block.
Frame input mode
The entered value sets the number of frames.
Example: Entering 123 constitutes an entry of 123 frames
Timecode input mode
The entered value sets the number of seconds and frames.
Example: Entering 123 constitutes an entry of 1 second 23
frames.

Note
You can enter a value of up to 999 in frame input mode, but
a value greater than 10 seconds cannot be entered in
timecode input mode.
ENTER button

Frame display mode and timecode display Memory recall section

mode
For display of the transition rate, there are two modes: Flexi Pad control block
frame display mode and timecode display mode. You can
select the mode in the Setup menu. 1 In the Flexi Pad control block of the target switcher
bank, press the [TRANS RATE] button.
For details, see “Setting the Transition Rate Display
Mode” (page 445). This switches the memory recall section to transition
rate operation mode.

Note 2 Enter the transition rate in the numeric keypad.

The display mode setting is common to the M/E and PGM/ You can switch the input mode using the [TC] button.
PST banks. In frame input mode, enter three digits. In timecode
Frame display mode input mode, enter four digits.
Displays the number of frames (0 to 999). A value also The entered value appears in the top right of the
entered in timecode input mode is converted for display as memory recall section.
a number of frames. To clear the entered value, press the [CLEAR] button.

Timecode display mode 3 Press the [ENTER] button.

Displays a timecode value (seconds and frames). A value
also entered in frame input mode is converted for display
as a timecode value.
Setting the transition rate (utility/shotbox
control block and numeric keypad control
block)
Pressing the [TRANS RATE1] to [TRANS RATE3]
buttons on the utility/shotbox control block displays the
transition rates set in the switcher bank or key on the
memory recall buttons. Pressing a memory recall button

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displaying a transition rate enables you to enter a transition To enter a difference value
rate using the numeric keypad control block. To set the transition rate by specifying a difference value
You can change the target that is displayed on the [TRANS from the current value, press the [+/−] button, enter the
RATE1] to [TRANS RATE3] buttons in the Setup menu difference value, and press the [TRIM] button. Each time
(see page 442). you press the [+/−] button, it toggles between plus (+) and
minus (–).
CLR button
Setting the transition rate (menu)
Display
This section describes setting the transition rate on the M/
E-1 bank as an example.

1 Open the M/E-1 >Misc >Transition menu (1171).

2 Select the transition type in the <Transition Type>

group.

3 Set the transition rate.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Transition Transition rate
Rate
ENTER button To display the transition rates in list view and
Numeric keypad buttons change the settings
You can display the transition rate, independent key
TC button
transition rate, and fade-to-black transition rate for each
bank, and change the settings (see page 194).
Numeric keypad control block

1 Press the [TRANS RATE1] to [TRANS RATE3] Pattern Limit

buttons in the utility/shotbox control block.
This switches the memory recall buttons to transition When a wipe or DME wipe is selected as the transition
rate display mode. pattern, you can specify the transition execution limits for
each bank independently.
2 Press a memory recall button displaying the transition When the pattern limit function is enabled, the following
effects occur, depending on the execution limit settings.
rate to set, turning it on.
• When the limit value is set to 50%, the effect at the end
The region name and transition rate appears in the of the transition is the same as when the fader lever is at
numeric keypad control block display. the center position with the pattern limit function
disabled; namely, the video is not completely switched.
3 Enter the transition rate using the numeric keypad in • When the limit value is set to the minimum of 0%, the
the numeric keypad control block. video is not switched even when the transition is
executed.
You can switch the input mode using the [TC] button. • When the limit value is set to the maximum of 100%, the
In frame input mode, enter three digits. In timecode image changes in the same way as when the pattern limit
input mode, enter four digits. function is off, but when the transition is completed, the
To clear the entered value, press the [CLR] button. cross-point selections on the background A and B buses
do not interchange.
4 Press the [ENTER] button.
The input is applied, and the specified value is There are two ways of setting a pattern limit: either by
reflected in the memory recall button in the utility/ operating the fader lever to save the fader position, or by
shotbox control block. using the Wipe >Edge/Direction menu or DME Wipe
The specified value is also displayed in the transition >Edge/Direction menu for the M/E or PGM/PST bank.
rate display section of the transition control block.

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Notes
2 Press the [LIMIT SET] button.

• A pattern limit only applies when a wipe or DME wipe This sets the current fader lever position as the pattern
is selected as the transition type. limit.
• In multi-program mode, pattern limits can be used only
when the background transition type is a wipe or DME Setting the pattern limit (menu)
wipe. If a key is selected for the next transition, the
pattern limit settings are reflected in the wipe or DME This section describes setting the pattern limit on the M/E-
wipe selected for the background transition type. 1 bank as an example.

1 Display the pattern limit setting menu.

When the transition type is a wipe, open the M/E-1
>Wipe >Edge/Direction menu (1154).
When the transition type is a DME wipe, open the M/
E-1 >DME Wipe >Edge/Direction menu (1164).

2 Press [Pattern Limit], turning it on.

3 Set the following parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Pattern Pattern limit range a)
Limit

a) 0.00%: Executing the transition does not change the video output.
100.00%: The transition is the same as when the pattern limit is
PTN LIMIT button disabled, but the cross-point button selections of the background A
and B buses do not interchange when the transition completes.
LIMIT SET button

TRANS PVW button Executing a pattern limit transition

Transition control block

1 Press the [PTN LIMIT] button.

To perform pattern limit operations, the [PTN LIMIT] and The [PTN LIMIT] button is lit amber.
[LIMIT SET] buttons must be assigned to buttons in the
transition control block beforehand in the Setup menu (see 2 Execute the transition.
page 428). The transition progresses as far as the set pattern limit.
Even if the transition completes, the cross-point button
Note assignments of the background A and B buses do not
The [PTN LIMIT] and [LIMIT SET] buttons are set on the interchange.
transition control block (simple type) by default. Also,
transition preview and cut operations are not supported. 3 Execute the transition once again.
The status before the previous transition is restored.
Setting the pattern limit with the fader To cancel the pattern limit
lever If the pattern limit is restored to the previous value by
executing step 3, press the [PTN LIMIT] button, turning it
1 Move the fader lever to the position corresponding to off.
a particular pattern size. If the pattern limit is applied by executing step 2, carry out
the following procedure.
Notes
• First make sure that the [PTN LIMIT] button is off. 1 Press the [PTN LIMIT] button.
• To adjust while monitoring the video on the preview The [PTN LIMIT] button is lit green.
monitor, first press the [TRANS PVW] button to
select transition preview mode (see page 96). 2 Execute the transition.

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 When the transition is completed, the [PTN LIMIT] Auto transition
button turns off, and the pattern limit is released. The transition from the current video to the new video is
Depending on the transition execution method, the executed automatically at a constant rate, using the
action will be as follows. transition effect selected as the transition type.
• When you press the [CUT] button, the pattern limit You can set the transition rate in advance (see page 89).
is immediately released, and the video switches
instantaneously.
• When you press the [AUTO TRANS] button (or
[TAKE] button), until the next transition state, the
transition is executed over the duration given by the
transition rate.
• When you move the fader lever, the transition is
executed from the pattern limit state to the state
before the pattern limit was executed.
Moving the fader lever even a little synchronizes the
fader lever position with the transition state, and you
can move the fader lever either in the forward
direction or in the reverse direction.

Depending on the Setup menu settings, the transition

is executed at the instant you press the [PTN LIMIT]
button, turning the button off. In this case, execution
continues for the time specified by the independent Fader lever
transition rate in the menu, up to the next transition
CUT button
state.
AUTO TRANS button
To set the transition rate when the pattern limit is
released
This section describes setting the transition rate on the M/ Transition control block
E-1 bank as an example. To execute a transition, use the following procedure in the
transition control block.
1 In the <Pattern Limit Release> group in the M/E-1
>Wipe >Edge/Direction menu (1154) or M/E-1 To switch video instantaneously
>DME Wipe >Edge/Direction menu (1164), select Press the [CUT] button.
one of the following.
To switch video gradually
Auto Trans Rate: Transition rate set in the transition Press the [AUTO TRNS] button.
control block This executes the transition at the preset transition rate.
Independ Trans Rate: Independent transition rate During the execution of the transition, the [AUTO
TRANS] button is lit amber.
2 If [Independ Trans Rate] is selected, adjust the
To complete a partially executed transition
following parameter.
instantaneously
Press the [CUT] button.
No. Parameter Adjustment The [AUTO TRANS] button turns off.
1 Transition Independent transition rate
Rate
Note
The [TAKE] button is used, instead of the [AUTO
Executing an Auto Transition TRANS] button on the transition control block (simple
type). Also, cut operations are not supported.
The following two modes can be used for auto transition.
Cut
A cut switches instantaneously from the current video to
Executing a Transition with the
the new video. When the next transition is a key, the key is Fader Lever (Manual Transition)
inserted (cut in) or removed (cut out) instantaneously.
Using the fader lever, you can manually control the
progress of the transition effect specified by the transition

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type from the current video to the new video. Moving the state is released, and it is then possible to execute a
fader lever from one end of its travel to the other completes transition.
the transition.

To execute a manual transition with the transition control

block fader lever, use the following procedure.

To execute the transition completely

Move the lever over the full range of its travel.
To pause a partly executed transition
Stop moving the fader lever.
To resume a paused transition
Resume moving the fader lever.
If an auto transition is executed
Once the fader lever is after moving the fader lever from
moved to this position,
Auto/Manual Transition Combination the non-sync state
top to bottom and stopping mid
transition:
ends, and transition Top two LEDs light/flash.
Using the [AUTO TRANS] button, the [CUT] button, and execution is possible.
the fader lever, use the following procedures.

Moving the fader lever during an auto

transition
During an auto transition started by pressing the [AUTO
TRANS] button, operating the fader lever immediately
enables the fader lever, and the [AUTO TRANS] button
turns off. Thereafter, the fader lever controls the execution
of the transition.

Executing an auto transition after stopping If an auto transition is executed

after moving the fader lever from
the fader lever mid execution bottom to top and stopping mid
Press the [CUT] button to instantaneously complete the transition: Bottom two LEDs
light/flash.
transition.
Press the [AUTO TRANS] button to complete the
execution of the rest of the transition at the preset transition
rate. For example, if the transition rate is set to 100 frames, • If the fader lever is moved in the direction away from the
and the fader lever has moved through 1/4 of the transition, lit/flashing LEDs, the transition is executed over the
then the remaining 3/4 of the transition is executed in 100 remaining part of the fader lever travel.
frames. • Even in a non-sync state, you can execute an auto
transition. During auto transition execution by pressing
the [AUTO TRANS] button (or [TAKE] button), the
transition indicator shows the transition progress in the
Non-Sync State usual way, but when the transition completes, they once
If the fader lever is in an intermediate position when a again indicate the non-sync state.
transition is completed as an auto transition, then the lever
position no longer agrees with the transition state. This is Note
termed non-sync state. The transition indicator display state (lit or flashing) is set
In non-sync state, the position from which a normal sync- in the Setup menu (see page 447).
state fader lever transition can be resumed is indicated by
which of the two transition indicator LEDs (top, bottom, or
both ends) are lit or flashing.
• Moving the fader lever toward the position of the lit/
flashing LEDs does not execute a transition, but when
the fader lever reaches the end position the non-sync

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 an auto transition, which can always be executed
Fader Lever Operation in Bus Fixed regardless of the fader lever direction.
Mode
Next transition Transition Fader lever
direction movement
Flip-flop mode and bus fixed mode Background AtB Top t Bottom
This section describes flip-flop mode and bus fixed mode BtA Bottom t Top
on an M/E bank, as an example. The functionality is the Key 1 to key 8 On t Off Top t Bottom
same on the PGM/PST bank. (remove)
Normally, when a background transition is executed on an Off t On (insert) Bottom t Top
M/E bank, the signals selected on the 3rd row (background
A bus) and 4th row (background B bus) are interchanged • When a transition uses a combination of more than one
at the end of the transition. That is to say, except during a of the background and key 1 to key 8, then the transition
transition, the background output is always from the for all of these must be in the same direction complying
background A bus. This is called “flip-flop mode.” with the above table.
The alternative is known as “bus fixed mode,” in which • If as a result of an auto transition, for example, the fader
there is no bus interchange between the A bus and B bus lever position does not agree with the signal output of
signals. In this mode, when the fader lever is at the top of each bus, a non-sync state (see page 94) results and
its travel the output from the A bus is always 100%, and LEDs light/flash at both end positions of the fader lever
when the fader lever is at the bottom of its travel the output travel.
from the B bus is 100%.

Fader lever Split Fader

Split fader is a function that splits a single fader lever into
Lit buttons
left and right, allowing you to control background A bus
and background B bus transitions independently.

The fader lever on the transition control block (simple

type) is split into two by pressing the lock button to unlock
the two fader levers for use as split faders.
The split fader levers support the following buses. You can
change the settings in the Setup menu.
• Right fader lever: Background A bus (main)
• Left fader lever: Background B bus

The following conditions must be satisfied in order to use

the fader lever as split faders.
• Bus fixed mode is set.
• Split faders are enabled.
Flip-flop mode • Mix or NAM (non-additive mix) is selected for
transition type.
• If the transition type is a clip transition, Mix or NAM
(non-additive mix) is selected for the background
transition type.
If these conditions are not satisfied, only the main
(background A bus) fader lever can be operated.

Bus fixed mode For details about split fader settings, see “Setting the Main
Fader Lever” (page 445) and “Enabling/disabling split
faders” (page 465).
In bus fixed mode, there is a fixed relationship between the
position of the fader lever and the signal output on the Split fader operation
background A bus and background B bus. When executing The relationship between the position of the fader lever
a manual transition, the fader lever must therefore always and the output for a mix transition type is given below.
be moved in the directions shown in the following table
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Fader lever position Output
Right lever Left lever A bus B bus
Transition Preview
(A bus) (B bus)
Top Top 100% 0% With the preview output of the M/E bank and PGM/PST
Top Bottom 100% 100% bank, you can check the effect of a transition in advance.
Bottom Top 0% 0% To perform a transition preview, the [TRANS PVW]
Bottom Bottom 0% 100%
button must be assigned to a button in the transition control
block beforehand in the Setup menu (see page 428).
Center Center 50% 50%
The A bus and B bus output for a NAM transition type is Notes
an image created using non-additive mixing.
• It is not possible to carry out a transition preview in the
following cases.
Note - Transitions in progress
The transition indicator displays the progress of the - Multi-program mode
background A bus. - DSK mode
- Bus fixed mode
• Transition preview operations are not supported using
the transition control block (simple type).

There are three modes for a transition preview.

Hold mode: Transition preview mode is enabled only
while the [TRANS PVW] button is pressed.
Lock mode: Pressing the [TRANS PVW] button switches
between transition preview mode and normal mode
each time the button is pressed.
One-time mode: Pressing the [TRANS PVW] button
switches to transition preview mode, and the mode
returns to normal mode when the transition finishes.

Set the transition preview mode in the following

combinations in the Setup menu.

Transition <Transition Preview> <Trans Pvw> group

preview group in the in the Engineering
mode Engineering Setup Setup >Panel
>Switcher >Operation >Custom
>Transition menu Button/Fader menu
(7334) (7326.4)
Lock Normal Lock
Hold Normal Hold
One-time One Time –

For details, see “Setting the Button and Fader Lever

Operation Mode” (page 446) and “Setting the transition
preview mode” (page 465).

Carrying out a transition preview

1 Press the [TRANS PVW] button in the transition

control block.
The [TRANS PVW] button is lit green, and the
switcher enters transition preview mode. At this point,
the preview output is the same as the program output
before the [TRANS PVW] button was pressed.

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2 Execute the transition.
Operate the fader lever, or press the [AUTO TRANS] Independent Key
button or [CUT] button.
On the preview monitor, you can check the effect of Transitions
the transition.

Overview
In addition to common transitions, it is possible to
configure independent transitions on the keyers of the M/
E banks and PGM/PST bank. These are called
“independent key transitions.”
By carrying out an independent key transition in
combination with a common transition, different transition
types can be used for the background and keys.
If the independent key transition mode is set to [Independ]
in the Setup menu, you can switch to a different transition
type and transition rate when the key is inserted or
removed.

For details about independent key transition mode

settings, see “Selecting independent key transition mode”
(page 465).

Combining transitions with independent

key transitions
When you set a common transition and a key independent
transition for the same key, you can apply two different
effects, such as a wipe and mix, simultaneously.
When executing such a combination of transitions on the
same key as an auto transition, the transition effect varies
depending on the timing at which the two transition and
independent key transition [AUTO TRANS] buttons are
pressed.
Simultaneous execution
If the [AUTO TRANS] buttons for the transition and
independent key transition are pressed simultaneously, the
following result occurs.
The common transition type is a wipe and the independent
key transition type is a mix.
Removing a key by executing simultaneously: With the
key inserted (on), the key is gradually removed (off)
using each transition type simultaneously.
When the common transition completes, even if the
independent key transition is still not completed, the
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 Time offset execution
If the [AUTO TRANS] buttons for the transition and
independent key transition are pressed with a time offset,
the following result occurs.
The common transition type is a wipe and the independent
key transition type is a mix.
Time offset execution with the key inserted: With the
key inserted (on), the key is removed (off) using each
transition type with a time offset.
Whichever button is pressed first, when the common
transition completes, even if the independent key
Wipe and mix
progress transition is still not completed, the transitions end
simultaneously. simultaneously.

Example: When the independent key transition [AUTO

TRANS] button is pressed later

The key is removed,

even if the
independent key
transition has not
completed.

Inserting a key by executing simultaneously: With the

key not inserted (off), the key is gradually inserted (on)
using each transition type simultaneously. Transition (wipe)
All transitions are completed at the point when both
the common transition and independent key transition
are finished.

Independent key
transition (mix)

Wipe and mix The key is removed,

progress even if the
simultaneously. independent key
transition has not
completed.

Time offset execution with the key not inserted: With

The transitions the key not inserted (off), the key is inserted (on) using
continue until both the transition type whose [AUTO TRANS] button is
are completed. pressed first.
Since the key is then in the inserted state, the transition
whose [AUTO TRANS] button is pressed later will
remove (off) the key. When all keys are completely
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Example 1: When the independent key transition [AUTO TRANS] Example 2: When the common transition [AUTO TRANS]
button is pressed later button is pressed later

Transition Independent key

(wipe) transition (mix)

Independent key Transition (wipe)

transition (mix)

The transition is
The transition is
completed with the
completed with the
key removed.
key removed.

Basic Independent Key Transition

Operations
Independent key transition operations are performed using
the transition control block, independent key transition
control block, or key fader control block.

Executing an independent key transition

(transition control block)
Independent key transition operations are performed using
the independent key transition execution section of the
transition control block. The same operations can also be
performed using the independent key transition control
block.

Note
Independent key transition operations are not supported
using the transition control block (simple type).

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 When the Keyframe Strobe effect is set, the effects are
KEY5 ON to KEY8 ON buttons equivalent to operation using keyframes. In this case as
well, cancel the unnecessary DME settings.
Independent key transition display section

Executing an independent key transition

(key fader control block)

Independent key transition type selection buttons

Key delegation buttons

AUTO TRANS button

KEY1 ON to KEY4 ON buttons

Transition control block Fader lever KEY ON buttons

AUTO TRANS buttons
1 Set the independent key transition type.
Key fader control block
The independent key transition type is set using the
menu (see page 101) or Flexi Pad control block (see 1 Select the target key to operate using the key
page 101). delegation buttons.
2 Set the independent key transition rate. 2 Set the transition type using the independent key
The independent key transition rate is set using the transition type selection buttons.
menu (see page 102), or utility/shotbox control block
Press the [MIX], [WIPE], [DME WIPE], or [CUT]
and numeric keypad control block (see page 101).
button, turning it on.
When [Independ] is selected in the <Key Transition>
3 Execute the independent key transition on the
group of the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition
transition control block or independent key transition
menu (7334), you can set the transition type used when
control block.
inserting and removing a key.
To insert or remove the key gradually with a mix or If the transition type used when inserting a key is
wipe, press the [AUTO TRANS] button. This executes displayed, you can select the transition type used when
the transition at the preset transition type and transition removing a key by pressing and holding the [SHIFT]
rate. button and pressing an independent key transition type
To insert/remove the key instantaneously, press the selection button. If the transition type used when
[KEY1 ON] to [KEY8 ON] buttons (or the [KEY ON] removing a key is displayed, you can select the
button for the corresponding key). transition type used when inserting a key using the
same operation.
Notes
3 Set the independent key transition rate.
• In an independent key transition, the pattern limit
function is not available. The independent key transition rate is set using the
• When the following DME effects are set, the DME menu (see page 102), or utility/shotbox control block
effects may be applied during wipe transitions. If the and numeric keypad control block (see page 101).
effects are not necessary, cancel the DME settings.
- Trail 4 Execute the independent key transition.
- Motion Decay
- Wind

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 To insert or remove the key gradually with a mix or Setting the independent key transition
wipe, press the [AUTO TRANS] button for the type (menu)
corresponding key or operate the fader lever. Pressing
the [AUTO TRANS] button executes the transition at This section describes setting the transition type for key 1
the preset transition rate. on the M/E-1 bank as an example.
To insert/remove the key instantaneously, press the
[KEY ON] button for the corresponding key. 1 Open the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition menu (1116).

Note
2 Select the transition type in the <Transition Type>
group.
You can also set the key delegation button for
If the independent key transition mode is set to
operation by the fader lever and the “play” (range of
[Independ], select the transition type for key insertion
movement that does not start operation) at both ends of
in the <On Transition Type> group and the transition
the fader lever.
type for key removal in the <Off Transition Type>
For details, see “Setting the Buttons and Fader Levers group.
on the Key Fader Control Block” (page 426).

Setting the Independent Key

Selecting Independent Key Transition Rate
Transition Type
There are two ways of setting the transition rate: entering
There are two ways of setting the transition rate: using the a value using the numeric keypad control block or using
Flexi Pad control block or using the Transition menu for the Transition menu for target key on the M/E or PGM/
the target key on the M/E or PGM/PST bank. PST bank.
You can also set the transition type using independent key You can also display the transition rate, independent key
transition operations on the key fader control block (see transition rate, and fade-to-black transition rate for each
page 100). bank, and change the settings (see page 194).

When the independent key transition mode is set to When the independent key transition mode is set to
[Independ] in the <Key Transition> group of the [Independ] in the <Key Transition> group of the
Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition menu (7334), Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition menu (7334),
you can select the transition type used when inserting and you can select the transition type rate when inserting and
removing a key. removing a key.

Setting the independent key transition Setting the independent key transition rate
type (Flexi Pad control block) (utility/shotbox control block and numeric
If the independent key transition mode is set to [Independ], keypad control block)
setting the transition type while a key is not inserted will If the independent key transition mode is set to [Independ],
set the transition type for key insertion, and setting the setting the transition rate while a key is not inserted will set
transition type while a key is inserted will set the transition the transition rate for key insertion, and setting the
type for key removal. transition rate while a key is inserted will set the transition
rate for key removal.
1 In the Flexi Pad control block of the target switcher
bank, press the [KEY] button. 1 Press the [TRANS RATE1] to [TRANS RATE3]
This switches the memory recall section to buttons in the utility/shotbox control block.
independent key mode. This switches the memory recall buttons to transition
rate display mode.
2 Select the target key.
For details about the [TRANS RATE1] to [TRANS
Press one of the [KEY1] to [KEY8] buttons, turning it RATE3] buttons, see “Setting the transition rate
on. (utility/shotbox control block and numeric keypad
control block)” (page 90).
3 Set the transition type.
Press the [MIX], [WIPE], or [DME WIPE] button,
2 Press a memory recall button displaying the transition
rate to set for the target key, turning it on.
turning it on.

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 The region name and transition rate appears in the To display the independent key transition rates in
numeric keypad control block display. list view and change the settings
You can display the transition rate, independent key
3 Enter the transition rate using the numeric keypad in transition rate, and fade-to-black transition rate for each
the numeric keypad control block. bank, and change the settings (see page 194).
You can switch the input mode using the [TC] button.
In frame input mode, enter three digits. In timecode
input mode, enter four digits.
To clear the entered value, press the [CLR] button.

4 Press the [ENTER] button.

The input is applied, and the specified value is
reflected in the memory recall button in the utility/
shotbox control block.
To enter a difference value
To set the transition rate by specifying a difference value
from the current value, press the [+/−] button, enter the
difference value, and press the [TRIM] button. Each time
you press the [+/−] button, it toggles between plus (+) and
minus (–).
To check the independent key transition rate
The specified independent key transition rate is displayed
in the independent key transition display section in the
transition control block or independent key transition
control block.
The transition rate for keys assigned to the key delegation
buttons are shown on the display in the key fader control
block.
You can also switch the utility/shotbox control block to
transition display mode to check the transition rate set for
each key.

Setting the independent key transition rate

(menu)
This section describes setting the transition rate of key 1 on
the M/E-1 bank as an example.

1 Open the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition menu (1116).

2 Select the transition type in the <Transition Type>

group.
If the independent key transition mode is set to
[Independ], select the transition type for key insertion
in the <On Transition Type> group and the transition
type for key removal in the <Off Transition Type>
group.

3 Set the transition rate.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Transition Transition rate
Rate

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Fade-to-Black AUX Mix Transitions
This function gradually darkens the program output video In addition to M/E and PGM/PST, you can make
of the PGM/PST bank, eventually cutting it to black. transitions between two AUX buses.

Note Preparing an AUX mix transition

In multi-program mode or DSK mode, fade-to-black is The following preparations are required.
executed for a number of programs simultaneously.
You can also set fade-to-black so that is not applied to Preparations See page
particular programs in the Setup menu. Assign the two AUX buses page 465
used for the AUX mix to
For details, see “Enabling/disabling the fade-to-black consecutive odd-numbered
and even-numbered output
function” (page 465). connectors (for example,
Output 1 and Output 2).
To execute fade-to-black, the “Fade To Black” utility
Set the AUX mix transition page 195
command must be assigned to the following buttons rate.
beforehand in the Setup menu.
• 1st row and 2nd row buttons on the cross-point control
block in utility/shotbox mode Executing an AUX mix transition
• Memory recall buttons in the utility/shotbox control Use the [AUX MIX] button on the cross-point pad of the
block AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation mode) or
• User preference buttons in the menu panel cross-point control block in key/AUX bus delegation
mode to execute a transition.
This section describes operation using a memory recall
button ([FTB] button) in the utility/shotbox control block This section describes the use of the AUX1 and AUX2
assigned with the “Fade To Black” utility command. buses in the AUX bus control block as an example.

Executing fade-to-black Delegation buttons AUX MIX button

Press the [FTB] button in the utility/shotbox control block
to execute fade-to-block at the preset transition rate.
During the transition execution, the [FTB] button is lit
light purple. When the transition is completed (screen is
black), the [FTB] button color changes to red.

Setting the fade-to-black transition rate

1 Open the PGM/PST >Misc >Transition menu (1471).

2 Press [FTB], turning it on.

3 Set the fade-to-black transition rate.

Cross-point buttons AUX MIX button for second
delegation
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Transition Transition rate AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation mode)
Rate

To display the transition rates in list view and

1 In the 1st row or 2nd row in the AUX bus control
block, press the delegation button assigned to the
change the settings AUX1 bus, turning it on.
You can display the transition rate, independent key
transition rate, and fade-to-black transition rate for each
bank, and change the settings (see page 194). Note
When executing an AUX mix translation, select an
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 will not execute an AUX mix transition, even if AUX
mix transitions are enabled.

2 Using the 3rd row or 4th row cross-point buttons,

select the video for before the transition.

3 Press the [AUX MIX] button, turning it on.

Note

To execute an AUX mix transition in the 4th row if

second delegation mode is set, use the [AUX MIX]
button for second delegation (2ND AUX MIX).

4 Using the 3rd row or 4th row cross-point buttons,

select the video for after the transition.
This executes the transition at the preset transition rate.
The video during the transition is output from the
AUX1 bus. The video selected in step 4 is output from
the AUX2 bus.

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 Keys

Type
Chapter

Description
4 Clean
Overview mode
Color vector The key signal is created from Supported
key a combination of the
luminance and chrominance
A key is an effect in which a part of the background image components of the key source
is replaced by an image or superimposed text. The signal signal. When perfect keying is
determining how the background is cut out is termed the not possible with a luminance
“key source,” and the signal that replaces the cut-out part key, this allows a key signal to
is termed the “key fill.” The system component be created even if the
luminance level is low,
responsible for processing a key is referred to as a “keyer.” provided that the colors have
Each M/E bank and the PGM/PST bank has eight keyers, high saturation.
and all of these keyers provide the same functions.
Chroma key A key signal based on a Not
particular color is used to cut supported
Notes out the background, and the
key fill is then inserted.
• When the signal format is 1080P, four keyers can be
Wipe pattern This uses the wipe pattern Not
used (keys 1 to 4). key selected for a transition to cut supported
• On the MVS-7000X, the number of available keys out the background, and the
depends on the M/E bank. key fill is then inserted.
For details, see “M/E Configuration Switching (M/E Key wipe This uses the wipe pattern Not
Split)” (page 221). pattern key selected for an independent supported
key transition to cut out the
background, and the key fill is
then inserted.
Key Types
Clean mode
The key type indicates the manner in which the key source In a luminance key, linear key or color vector key, you can
signal is used to cut out the background. enable clean mode. When clean mode is enabled, key fill
is added to the background without cutting out with key
Type Description Clean source. This improves the keyed image quality, but means
mode
that the part of the key fill signal which is not to be inserted
Luminance The background is cut out Supported must be completely black, or it will color the background.
key according to the luminance (Y) You set clean mode in the Type menu for each keyer.
of the key source signal, and at
the same time the key fill signal
is cut out and then added to For details, see “Setting the Key Type” (page 108).
the background signal.
Linear key This is a type of luminance key, Supported In the following situations, clean mode cannot be enabled.
but there is a reduced • When the key type is a pattern key
variability in gain, allowing • When key invert is enabled
more precise adjustment. • When the key fill is a matte
• When the key edge is an outline
• When the key edge is normal and soft edge is enabled
• When fine key is enabled
• When key positioning is enabled

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 Type Description Video
Key Modifiers
Soft Softens the edge of –
edge the key.
Edge modifiers Zabton Inserts a translucent –
You can apply borders and other modifiers to the edge of pattern to the key
background. You can
the key image. adjust the pattern size,
softness, density, and
Type Description Video color.
Normal This is the state with
no key edge modifiers
applied. Edge type and key fill/key source position
The key edge modification function has two modes: a
mode (key drop on mode) in which the key fill/key source
position moves downward, and a mode (key drop off
mode) in which it does not move.
Border Applies a border Key drop on mode: The key fill/key source position
around the key. You moves downward by eight scan lines or four scan lines.
can adjust the border When a drop border or shadow is selected, it is
width and density. You possible to apply a border to the top edge of the key.
can also enable the
Key drop off mode: The key fill/key source position does
separate edge
function, and adjust not move. When a drop border or shadow is selected,
the top, bottom, left, it is not possible to apply a border to the top edge of the
and right border key.
widths separately. In key drop on mode, a menu setting selects between the
Drop Applies a border mode (4H mode) in which the key fill/key source position
border below and to the right is lowered by four scan lines, and the mode (8H mode) in
of the key, for which the key fill/key source position is lowered by eight
example. You can
adjust the border scan lines.
width, position, and When Fine Key is enabled, the edge width is forced into
density. the range 0.00 to 4.00.

Shadow Applies a shadow In the following situations, the key drop on mode is
below and to the right forcibly enabled.
of the key, for • When the edge type is border, outline, or emboss
example. You can
adjust the shadow • When fine key is enabled
width, position, and
density. To fix key fill/key source to key drop off mode
Enable frame delay mode.
Regardless of the fine key and edge type settings, key fill
Outline Uses the outline as
the key. You can adjust and key source are fixed to key drop off mode. In this
the outline width and mode, the key video has a one-frame delay.
density. You can also
enable the separate
Note
edge function, and
adjust the top, bottom, This function uses the resizer, and therefore the normal
left, and right outline
effect of the setting is not obtained while using DME wipe
widths separately.
or other effect that uses the resizer.
Emboss Applies an embossing –
effect around the
periphery of the key. Edge fill
You can adjust the
emboss width, When a border, drop border, or shadow is selected, you can
position, and density. select a signal to fill the edges, called an edge fill.
You can adjust the The edge fill may be either the signal from the dedicated
density separately for color matte generator, or the signal currently selected on
key fill and key edge.
When embossing is the utility 1 bus.
enabled, the Fine Key
and zabton functions
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In the case of an outline, there is no edge fill signal
selection, because the key fill signal fills the outline, and Key Memory
the rest of the image remains as the background.
The key memory function allows the keyer settings on
For the emboss effect, in place of the edge fill signal, the
each cross-point button to be automatically stored, so that
emboss fill matte 1 and emboss fill matte 2 signals are
the next time the same cross-point button is selected these
used.
settings are recalled automatically.
There are two modes for key memory: simple mode and
Mask full mode.
A mask uses the background or a key to hide a part of the The parameters stored in each mode are as follows.
image. You can correct the image, such as unwanted holes Simple mode: key type, clean mode (including the plane
that appear in the background or when a key is not the setting for chroma keying), key position, key invert,
desired shape, using masks. and adjustment values for the particular key type (Clip,
Gain, Density, Filter, etc. This includes color vector
Key mask and background mask key, wipe pattern key, key wipe pattern key, and
There are two types of mask: a key mask and a background chroma key. However, in the case of a chroma key, it
mask. excludes color cancel, Y balance, foreground CCR,
Key mask: This masks out a part of the key so that the window, and shadow.)
background becomes visible. Full mode: All settings except transitions (the same
Background mask: This masks out a part of the parameters as simple mode: Fine Key, key modifiers,
background so that the key fill becomes visible. main and sub mask settings, chroma key detailed
settings, and so on)

For details about setting the mode, see “Selecting the key
memory mode” (page 468).

Key Defaults
Key mask
With a simple operation, you can return the key adjustment
values to their defaults.
Masked The adjustment values which can be returned to their
area (box)
default values are as follows.
• Adjustment values for the particular key type (Clip,
Gain, Density, Filter, etc.)
In the case of chroma keys, all adjustment values return
to their default values.
• Key position
Background mask
• Key invert
• Clean mode
Main mask and sub mask
Each keyer allows two masks to be used simultaneously, For details, see “Returning the key adjustment values to
and these are referred to as the main mask and the sub their defaults” (page 127).
mask. The signal that determines the mask shape and size
is termed the mask source, and different sources are used
for the main mask and sub mask.
Main mask: This uses the signal from the box generator
provided on each keyer or the signal from a dedicated
pattern generator as the mask source.
When the box generator is selected, a mask using a
rectangular signal is formed.
When a pattern generator is selected, you can select the
pattern and apply modifiers.
Sub mask: This uses the wipe generator signal or the
signal selected on the utility 1 bus as the mask source.
When the wipe generator is selected, the patterns and
the pattern modifiers are the same as for a wipe
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 When a key wipe pattern key is selected: Press
Key Setting Operations [Pattern Select] to open the M/E-1 >Key1
>Transition >Wipe Adjust >Pattern Select menu
(Menu) (1116.2), and select a pattern and set modifiers
(see page 147).

There are two ways of making key settings: either using Note
key setup menus for the switcher bank, or using the key
In patterns selected for a wipe pattern or a key wipe
control block or the Flexi Pad control block.
pattern, modifiers for wipe direction and edges are
disabled.

Key Setting Menus 4 Set the following parameters.

The key setting menus for each bank (M/E and PGM/PST) When a luminance key or linear key is selected
are as follows.
No. Parameter Adjustment
Bank Target keys Menu 1 Clip Reference level for key signal
M/E-1 Keys 1 to 8 M/E-1 >Key1 to 8 generation

M/E-2 Keys 1 to 8 M/E-2 >Key1 to 8 2 Gain Key sensitivity

M/E-3 Keys 1 to 8 M/E-3 >Key1 to 8 3 Density Key density

M/E-4 Keys 1 to 8 M/E-4 >Key1 to 8 4 Filter Filter coefficient a)

M/E-5 Keys 1 to 8 M/E-5 >Key1 to 8 a) Setting this value to “1” produces “through” state in which no
filtering is applied. The larger the value, the stronger the filtering
PGM/ Downstream keys 1 to 8 PGM/PST >DSK1 to 8 applied.
PST
When a chroma key is selected
This section describes key setting operations using key 1
on the M/E-1 bank (M/E-1 >Key1 menu) as an example. No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Density Key density

Setting the Key Type When a color vector key is selected

Parameter group [1/2]
1 Open the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type menu (1111).
No. Parameter Adjustment
2 In the <Key Type> group, select the key type. 1 Y Clip Reference level for generating the
luminance signal
Luminance: Luminance key
2 Y Gain Luminance signal sensitivity
Linear: Linear key
Chroma: Chroma key 3 C Clip Reference level for generating the
chrominance signal
Color Vector: Color vector key
Wipe Pattern: Wipe pattern key 4 C Gain Chrominance signal sensitivity
Key Wipe Pattern: Key wipe pattern key 5 Density Key density

3 Perform the following operations, according to the Parameter group [2/2]

selection in step 2.
No. Parameter Adjustment
To enable clean mode for a luminance key, linear 1 Y Filter Luminance signal filter coefficient
key, or color vector key: Press [Clean Mode], 2 C Filter Chrominance signal filter
turning it on. coefficient
When chroma key is selected: Press [Chroma
Adjust] to open the Chroma Adjust menu When a wipe pattern key or key wipe pattern key is
(1111.1), and make the required settings (see selected
page 112).
When a wipe pattern key is selected: Press [Pattern No. Parameter Adjustment
Select] to open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Pattern 1 Size Pattern size
menu (1151), and select a pattern and set modifiers 2 Soft Degree of edge softness
(see page 138).
3 Density Key density

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5 Make the following settings as required. Color] (single color) or [Mix Color] (2-color mix) in
the <Fill Matte> group.
To invert the black and white of the key source:
Press [Key Invert], turning it on. If [Mix Color] is selected, set the color mixing (see
To adjust the horizontal position or key source page 110).
width for a luminance key, linear key, or If [Flat Color] is selected, adjust color 1 using the
chroma key: Press [Key Position], turning it on, following parameters.
and set the following parameters.
No. Parameter Adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment 1 Luminance Luminance
1 H Phase Key horizontal position 2 Saturation Saturation
2 Left Key left edge position 3 Hue Hue
3 Right Key right edge position
5 In the <Key Source> group, specify the key source
To set the key priority: Press [Key Priority] to open selection mode.
the M/E-1 >Misc >Key Priority menu (1173), and
set the priority (see page 86). Self: Selects the key fill bus signal.
Auto Select: Automatically selects the key fill signal
on the cross-point buttons and the signal assigned
with it as a pair.
Selecting Key Fill and Key Source Split: Allows you to select a separate signal that the
signal that would be selected automatically.
Note
Notes
On the MVS-8000X, only the premium inputs (inputs to
the switcher premium input connectors 1 to 20) can be • When chroma key is selected as the key type, select
selected as key signals on the M/E-4 bank. [Self].
• When [Split] is selected, the key memory function is
Selecting the key fill and key source disabled.

1 Open the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type menu (1111).

6 If [Split] is selected in step 5, select a key source signal
using one of the following methods.
2 In the <Key Fill> group, select the key fill. • On the cross-point control block, press and hold
delegation button [KEY1] on the cross-point pad
Key Bus: Signal selected on the key 1 fill bus
and select a signal using the cross-point buttons in
Matte: Signal from a dedicated color matte generator
the 1st row/2nd row.
• Press and hold the [SPLT] button in the key control
3 If [Key Bus] is selected in step 2, select a key fill
block, then select a signal using the cross-point
signal using one of the following methods.
buttons in the cross-point control block.
• On the cross-point control block, press delegation • On the Flexi Pad control block in key operation
button [KEY1] on the cross-point pad and select a mode, press and hold the [KEY1] button in the
signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st row/ memory recall section and select a signal using the
2nd row. cross-point buttons in the cross-point control block.
• On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus • On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus
delegation mode, press the [KEY1] button in the 1st delegation mode, press and hold the [KEY1] button
row and select a signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st row and select a signal using the cross-
in the 2nd row. point buttons in the 2nd row.

Note
When a cross-point button is pressed, a key signal is
selected.
You can assign a key fill bus delegation button to the To select a video signal, first set the [KEY] button
1st row or 2nd row of the AUX bus control block operation mode in the Setup menu (see page 110).
(AUX bus operation mode) in the Setup menu (see
page 434). Note

4 If [Matte] is selected in step 2, press [Matte Adjust] to You can assign a key source bus delegation button to
open the Matte Adjust menu (1111.2), and select [Flat the 1st row or 2nd row of the AUX bus control block

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 (AUX bus operation mode) in the Setup menu (see To select a key fill in the menu
page 434).
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type menu (1111) status area,
To select a video signal assigned to a cross-point press [Fill].
button
Set the operation mode that allows you to select both a key The Signal Select menu (1111.3) appears.
signal and a video signal using the [KEY] button in the
Setup menu (see page 446). 2 In the <Target> group, press [Fill].
This allows you to select a key signal and video signal
using the following methods. 3 Select the fill signal from the list on the right.
• To select a key signal, on the cross-point control block in
key/AUX bus delegation mode, press the [KEY] button 4 Press [Set Xpt].
on the cross-point pad, turning it on, and select a key
source signal.
• To select a video signal, on the cross-point control block
Carrying out a color mix for key fill
in key/AUX bus delegation mode, press the [KEY] When [Matte] is selected for key fill, you can use an
button on the cross-point pad, turning it off, and select a independent key transition wipe pattern or dedicated
key source signal. pattern to combine color 1 and color 2.

Note
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type menu (1111), press
[Matte] in the <Key Fill> group.
When a key source bus delegation button is assigned on the
AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation mode), you 2 Press [Matte Adjust].
can perform the operation using the [KEY] button on the
cross-point pad. The Matte Adjust menu (1111.2) appears.
When a cross-point button on the 3rd/4th row is pressed
while pressing the [KEY] button, the key signal is selected. 3 In the <Fill Matte> group, press [Mix Color].
When a cross-point button on the 3rd/4th row is pressed
without pressing the [KEY] button, the video signal is 4 Set the following parameters.
selected.
No. Parameter Adjustment
To select a key source in the menu
1 Size Pattern size
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type menu (1111), press [Key 2 Soft Degree of softness of pattern edge
Bus] in the <Key Fill> group.
5 In the <Mix Pattern> group, select the mixing pattern.
2 Press [Signal Select].
Key Wipe: Mix using the wipe pattern selected for an
The Signal Select menu (1111.3) appears. independent key transition.
Pressing [Pattern Select] opens the M/E-1 >Key1
3 In the <Target> group, press [Source]. >Transition >Wipe Adjust >Pattern Select menu
(1116.2), allowing you select a pattern. Pressing
4 In the <Key Source> group, specify the key source [Pattern Adjust] opens the M/E-1 >Key1
selection mode (Self, Auto Select, or Split). >Transition >Wipe Adjust menu (1116.1),
allowing you to adjust the pattern.
For details, refer to step 5 in “Selecting the key fill and Key Edge Pattern: Combine using a dedicated color
key source” (page 109). mix wipe pattern for key edge fill.
Pressing [Pattern Select] opens the M/E-1 >Key1
5 If [Split] is selected in step 4, select a key source signal >Edge >Matte Adjust >Mix Ptn Select menu
from the list on the right. (1112.2), allowing you to select a pattern. Pressing
[Pattern Adjust] opens the M/E-1 >Key1 >Edge
6 In the <Assign> group, select the video signal or key >Matte Adjust menu (1112.1), allowing you to
signal from the V/K pair to assign to the key source. adjust the pattern.
Video: V/K pair video signal For details, see “Matte color mixing for key edge
Key: V/K pair key signal fill” (page 116).

7 Press [Set Xpt].

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6 When adjusting color 1 and 2, select [Color 1] and level can be set for the (blue) background, and regions of
[Color 2], respectively, then adjust the following lower luminance forcibly cut.
parameters.
Color cancel function
In an additive mix, the (blue) background parts of the
No. Parameter Adjustment foreground video must be converted to black using the
1 Luminance Luminance color cancel function (see page 113).
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue Composing an image by chroma keying
7 To interchange color 1 and color 2, press the [Color 1 Open the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type menu (1111).
Invert] button, turning it on.
2 In the <Key Type> group, select [Chroma].

Chroma Key Composition and You can now adjust the key density (see page 108).

Settings 3 Press [Chroma Adjust].

A key signal based on a particular color is used to cut out The Chroma Adjust menu (1111.1) appears.
the background, and the key fill is then inserted. The
inserted signal is also referred to as the foreground, and the 4 Execute auto chroma key.
composite image is called a chroma key image.
Make manual adjustments as necessary to obtain an
optimum chroma key image (see page 112).

5 In the <Mix Mode> group, select the chroma key

composition method.
Normal Mix: Compose using a normal mix.
Additive Mix: Compose using an additive mix.
Foreground Background
Using the plane function

1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type >Chroma Adjust menu

(1111.1), press [Plane], turning it on.

2 Set the following parameter.

Chroma key image

No. Parameter Adjustment

In creating a chroma key image, either a normal mix or an
1 Luminance Luminance level
additive mix can be used.
Normal mix
The foreground is cut out with the key signal, and then
combined with the background, which has also been cut
out with the key signal.
Additive mix
The background, which has been cut out with the key
signal, is combined with the unshaped foreground. This is
effective for a natural-looking composite when the scene
includes glass or other translucent objects.

The following functions are also used in additive mixing.

Plane function
In an additive mix, the foreground is not shaped by the key
signal, and variations in the (blue) background appear in
the composite image. To avoid this, a particular luminance

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Key Adjustments (Menu)
You can make the following adjustments using a menu Angle a)
operation.
• Chroma key adjustments (see page 112)
Hue value of
• Key edge modifications (see page 114) reference
• Masks (see page 117) Crop a) color
• DME effects for keys (see page 119)
• Specifying the key output destination (see page 122)
• Blink (see page 122)
• Video process (see page 122) Region remaining as the Region creating the key signal
• Key modify clear (see page 122) foreground (replaced by the background)

a) The Angle and Crop values do not change even if you use
This section describes adjustment of key 1 on the M/E-1 the auto chroma key function.
bank as an example.

Y balance
In normal chroma keying, the key signal is based on the
Chroma Key Adjustments chrominance component only, and all elements of the
Methods of adjusting the composite obtained from chroma foreground with the same hue are replaced by the
keying include automatic adjustment with the auto chroma background. Using the Y balance function, you can specify
key function, and manual adjustment carrying out the a luminance level range within which the key is active, and
necessary processing separately. The optimum results will replace the specified part by the background.
be obtained by first carrying out adjustments with the auto You can use the Y balance function independently on the
chroma key function, then making any fine adjustments as key signal for the composition and the key signal for the
required. color cancel function. When applied to the key signal for
The following manual adjustments are possible. the composition, this produces the foreground with the
color cancel effect applied. For example, this can therefore
Key active be used to provide an impression of smoke.
When disabled, only the foreground is output and you can When the Y balance function is applied to the color cancel
make color cancel adjustments. key, the relevant part is output in its original color without
canceling, and therefore it is possible to combine colors
Color cancel which are the same color as the background (i.e. typically
If the foreground image includes shades of the background blue) in the foreground.
color, this function removes the color from the foreground
image. Chroma key shadow
This function allows a shadow falling on the (typically
Window blue) background color to be rendered more realistically.
You can adjust the range over which the key signal is Since parts of the blue background darker than a specified
determined as matching the specified hue. When disabled, intensity are treated as shadows, there is no effect on
the default range is used for image adjustment. cutting out of the foreground.
Chroma keying generates a key signal based on a
particular color (reference color) in the foreground Video signal adjustment
(typically a blue background), and the “window” refers to You can vary the foreground signal gain, or change the
the range of colors which are regarded as matching this hue. There are separate adjustments for the gain of the
specified reference color to create the key signal. overall video signal, and Y and C components.
The region that makes up the key signal in the foreground
(to be replaced by the background) appears as a fan shape
Adjusting auto chroma keys
with a cropped tip when viewed on a vectorscope. This
region is specified by two parameters: an “Angle” Auto chroma key is an automatic adjustment function
parameter and a “Crop” parameter, which determines the which allows you to specify a part of the foreground video
degree of cropping. (for example, the blue background color) and use it as a
reference for creating the chroma key image.

1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type menu (1111), press

[Chroma] in the <Key Type> group.

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2 Press [Chroma Adjust]. 2 In the <Color Cancel> group, press [Color Cancel],
turning it on.
The Chroma Adjust menu (1111.1) appears.
3 Set the following parameters.
3 In the <Auto> group, press [Sample Mark], turning it
on.
No. Parameter Adjustment
The foreground video only appears on the monitor, 1 Luminance Luminance
with a white box-shaped sample marker.
2 Saturation Saturation
4 Adjust the position and size of the sample marker, to 3 Hue Hue
specify the reference color for chroma keying 5 Filter Filter coefficient
(typically a blue background).
4 Press [Key Active], turning it on.
No. Parameter Adjustment The chroma key composite image reappears in the
1 Position H Horizontal position monitor.
2 Position V Vertical position
3 Size Size Adjusting the key signal for color cancel
5 In the <Auto> group, press [Auto Start]. 1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type >Chroma Adjust menu
(1111.1), press [Color Cancel] in the <Color Cancel>
This executes an auto chroma key based on the color
group, turning it on.
specified by the sample marker, and displays the
composite image on the monitor.
2 In the <Color Cancel> group, press [Cancel Key].

Adjusting key active 3 Set the following parameters.

When the key active function is enabled, the composite
image is output to the monitor, and you can watch the No. Parameter Adjustment
monitor while manually adjusting the keying. 1 Clip Color cancel key reference level
When the key active function is disabled, only the
2 Gain Color cancel key gain
foreground image appears. Disable key active when
manually adjusting color cancel. 4 In the <Color Cancel> group, make adjustments as
necessary.
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type >Chroma Adjust menu
(1111.1), press [Key Active], turning it on. Key Position: Adjusts the color cancel key edge
position. Set the following parameters.
2 Set the following parameters.
No. Parameter Adjustment

No. Parameter Adjustment 1 H Phase Simultaneous movement of left and

right edges of the color cancel key
1 Clip Chroma key reference level
2 Left Movement of left edge of the color
2 Gain Key gain cancel key
3 Hue Hue 3 Right Movement of right edge of the color
4 Density Density cancel key

5 Filter Filter coefficient Window: Adjusts the detection range of the color
cancel key. Set the following parameters.
Adjusting color cancel No. Parameter Adjustment
If the background color is leaking into the foreground 1 Crop Crop value a)
video, enabling the color cancel function allows you to
2 Angle Angle value a)
eliminate this leakage.
a) See page 112.
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type >Chroma Adjust menu
(1111.1), press [Key Active], turning it off. Y Balance: Adjusts the ratio in which Y balance is
added to the color cancel key Set the following
Only the foreground image appears on the monitor. parameter.

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 No. Parameter Adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment
4 Soft Softness of shadow
1 Mixture Ratio of Y balance key

Note
Adjusting the window
Enabling the window (see page 112) function allows you When chroma key shadow is enabled, key edge is changed
to adjust the detection range used to determine the key to normal and soft edge is disabled.
signal. When disabled, the default range is used for image
adjustment. Adjusting the video signal
To adjust the window, adjustment of Clip, Gain, and Hue You can vary the foreground signal gain, or change the
values is required to appropriate values beforehand. hue. There are separate adjustments for the gain of the
overall video signal, and Y and C components.
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type >Chroma Adjust menu
(1111.1), press [Window], turning it on. 1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type >Chroma Adjust menu
(1111.1), press [FRGD CCR], turning it on.
2 Set the following parameters.
2 Set the following parameters.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Crop Crop value No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Angle Angle value 1 Video Gain Overall gain of video signal
2 Y Gain Luminance signal gain
Adjusting the Y balance 3 C Gain Chrominance signal gain
Enabling the Y balance (see page 112) allows you to 4 Hue Hue offset amount
specify that, even if the hue is the same, only portions of a
particular luminance will be replaced by the background.
Key Edge Modification
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type >Chroma Adjust menu
(1111.1), press [Y Balance], turning it on.
1 Open the M/E-1 >Key1 >Edge menu (1112).
2 Set the following parameters.
2 In the <Edge> group, select the edge type (see
page 106).
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Clip Luminance width Normal: Unadorned edge
Border: Edge with border applied
2 Gain Key gain
Drop Border: Edge with drop border applied
3 Luminance Luminance Shadow: Edge with shadow applied
Outline: Edge used as outline
Adjusting the chroma key shadow Emboss: Embossing effect applied to edge
This function allows a shadow falling on the (typically
blue) background color to be rendered more realistically. If [Normal] is selected, skip to step 7.
Since parts of the blue background darker than a specified
intensity are treated as shadows, there is no effect on 3 Set the following parameters, depending on the
cutting out of the foreground. selected edge type.
When a border or pattern is selected
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Type >Chroma Adjust menu The parameters to configure vary depending on
(1111.1), press [Shadow], turning it on. whether the separate edge function is enabled/
disabled.
2 Set the following parameters. To enable the separate edge function, press [Separate
Edge], setting it on.
No. Parameter Adjustment
• When separate edge is disabled
1 Luminance Reference luminance for shadows
2 Gain Shadow key gain No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Density Shadow opacity 1 Width Width

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 No. Parameter Adjustment When [Utility 1 Bus] is selected: On the cross-point
control block, press delegation button [UTL1] on
3 Density Density
the cross-point pad and select a signal using the
• When separate edge is enabled cross-point buttons in the 1st row/2nd row.
The left, right, top, and bottom border or outline
widths can be adjusted independently. The separate Notes
edge function is only available when luminance key,
linear key, color vector key, or chroma key is selected • On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus
as the key type. delegation mode, press the [UTIL1] button in the 1st
row and select a signal using the cross-point buttons
No. Parameter Adjustment in the 2nd row.
1 Top Top edge width
• You can assign the utility 1 bus using the [UTIL]
button on the cross-point pad of the cross-point
2 Left Left edge width control block (see page 79).
3 Right Right edge width • You can assign a utility 1 bus delegation button to
4 Bottom Bottom edge width the 1st row or 2nd row of the AUX bus control block
5 Density Density
(AUX bus operation mode) in the Setup menu (see
page 434).
When drop border or shadow is selected
When [Matte] is selected: Press [Matte Adjust] to
No. Parameter Adjustment open the Matte Adjust menu (1112.1), and select
1 Width Width [Flat Color] (single color) or [Mix Color] (2-color
mix) in the <Edge Matte> group.
2 Position Position
If [Mix Color] is selected, set the color mixing (see
3 Density Density page 116).
If [Flat Color] is selected, adjust color 1 using the
When emboss is selected following parameters.
No. Parameter Adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Width Width
1 Luminance Luminance
2 Position Position
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Density a) Density
3 Hue Hue
a) The Density adjustment only affects the key edge. This can be
adjusted separately from key Density, and if key Density is set to 6 If the edge type is emboss, adjust the color in the
0.00, only the embossed edge effect can be applied. <Emboss Fill> group.
If emboss is selected, adjust the edge fill in step 6. When adjusting color 1 and 2, select [Matte 1] and
[Matte 2], respectively, then adjust the following
4 In the <Edge Fill> group, select the edge fill signal. parameters.
Utility 1 Bus: Signal selected on the utility 1 bus No. Parameter Adjustment
Matte: Signal from dedicated color matte generator. 1 Luminance Luminance
When [Matte] is selected, adjust color 1 using the
2 Saturation Saturation
following parameters.
3 Hue Hue
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance 7 To soften the edge, select [Soft Edge] and set the
following parameter.
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue
No. Parameter Adjustment
When the edge type is outline, in place of the edge fill 1 Soft Edge softness
signal, the selected key fill signal fills the outline, and
the background fills all areas other than the outline. Note

5 Depending on the selection in step 4, carry out the When normal is selected for edge type, [Key Drop]
following operation. must be enabled beforehand to use [Soft Edge].

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8 To make separate fine adjustments to the positions of Note
the left, right, top, and bottom of the key source, select
[Fine Key] and set the following parameters. This function uses the resizer, and therefore the expected
result of the setting may not be obtained if conditions do
Parameter group [1/2] not allow the resizer to be used.

No. Parameter Adjustment

Matte color mixing for key edge fill
1 Top Key top edge position
2 Left Key left edge position
If [Matte] is selected for the edge fill of a border, drop
border, or shadow, you can create a combination of color
3 Right Key right edge position 1 and color 2 using a wipe pattern generated by the
4 Bottom Key bottom edge position dedicated pattern generator.

Parameter group [2/2] 1 In the <Edge Fill> group of the M/E-1 >Key1 >Edge
No. Parameter Adjustment
menu (1112), select [Matte] and press [Matte Adjust].
1 H Phase Key horizontal position The Matte Adjust menu (1112.1) appears.
2 V Phase Key vertical position
2 In the <Edge Matte> group, press [Mix Color].
Notes
3 Set the following parameters.
• When emboss is selected for the edge type, [Fine
Key] cannot be selected.
No. Parameter Adjustment
• When normal, drop border, or shadow is selected for
the edge type, enabling [Fine Key] enables [Key 1 Size Pattern size
Drop]. 2 Soft Degree of softness of pattern edge
• When applying a border to the key edge, enabling 3 Pattern Pattern number a)
the [Fine Key] function halves the border width
setting range. a) The patterns are the same as standard wipe patterns 1 to 24.

You can also make a pattern selection by pressing

Setting key drop mode [Mix Pattern Select] in the Matte Adjust menu to
display the Mix Ptn Select menu (1112.2).
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Edge menu (1112), press [Key Press the desired pattern (1 to 24) to select it, and set
Delay Mode]. the [Size] and [Soft] parameters.
The Key Delay Mode menu (1112.4) appears.
4 When adjusting color 1 and 2, select [Color 1] and
[Color 2], respectively, then adjust the following
2 In the <Key Delay Mode> group, press [Key Drop] to
parameters.
set key drop mode.
When key drop on mode is set, the [Key Drop] button No. Parameter Adjustment
is lit.
1 Luminance Luminance
When key drop off mode is set, the [Key Drop] button
is not lit. 2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue
To set the key fill/key source position
Press [8H Mode] to switch between 8H mode and 4H 5 Set pattern modifiers, as required.
mode.
When 8H mode is set, the [8H Mode] button is lit. When selecting [Position] and setting the pattern
When 4H mode is set, the [8H Mode] button is not lit. position

To fix key fill/key source to key drop off mode No. Parameter Adjustment
In the <Key Delay Mode> group, press [Frame Delay], 1 Position H Horizontal position a)
turning it on. 2 Position V Vertical position a)

a) See page 143.

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 When selecting [Multi] and replicating the pattern 4 In the <Zabton Pattern> group, select the pattern.

No. Parameter Adjustment Key Wipe: Uses a key wipe.

1 H Multi Number of repetitions of pattern Pressing [Pattern Select] opens the M/E-1 >Key1
horizontally >Transition >Wipe Adjust >Pattern Select menu
2 V Multi Number of repetitions of pattern
(1116.2), allowing you select a pattern. Pressing
vertically [Pattern Adjust] opens the M/E-1 >Key1
>Transition >Wipe Adjust menu (1116.1),
3 Invert Type Replication layout a)
allowing you to adjust the pattern.
a) See page 145. Key Edge Pattern: Uses a color mixing pattern for
key edge.
When selecting [Aspect] and adjusting the pattern Pressing [Pattern Select] opens the M/E-1 >Key1
aspect ratio >Edge >Matte Adjust >Mix Ptn Select menu
No. Parameter Adjustment (1112.2), allowing you to select a pattern. Pressing
[Pattern Adjust] opens the M/E-1 >Key1 >Edge
1 Aspect Aspect ratio a)
>Matte Adjust menu (1112.1), allowing you to
a) See page 144. adjust the pattern.
Mask Pattern: Use the main mask source.
When selecting [Angle] in the <Rotation> group Pressing [Pattern Select] opens the M/E-1 >Key1
and slanting the pattern >Main Mask menu (1113), allowing you to select
No. Parameter Adjustment
[Box] or [Pattern] in the <Mask Source> group.
1 Angle Rotation angle of pattern a) 5 Press [Zabton Color] and adjust the color.
a) See page 144.

When selecting [Speed] in the <Rotation> group No. Parameter Adjustment

and rotating the pattern at a constant speed 1 Luminance Luminance
2 Saturation Saturation
No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Hue Hue
1 Speed Rotation speed of pattern a)
4 Density Density
a) See page 144.

6 To interchange color 1 and color 2, press the [Color Mask

Invert] button, turning it on.
There are two masks, which can be used to mask off
Applying the zabton effect unneeded parts of a key or background, or to remove
defects, and these are known as the main mask and sub
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Edge menu (1112), press mask.
[Zabton], turning it on. You can either use the main mask and sub mask
independently, or at the same time.
2 Set the following parameters.
Using the main mask
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Size Pattern size 1 Open the M/E-1 >Key1 >Main Mask menu (1113).
2 Soft Degree of softness of pattern edge
2 In the <Mask Type> group, select the mask type.
3 Density Density
Key Mask: Masks a part of a key.
Note Bkgd Mask: Masks a part of a background.

If [Mask Pattern] is selected in step 4 and [Box] is 3 In the <Mask Source> group, select the mask source.
selected for the main mask, you cannot change the
[Size] parameter. Set it in the M/E-1 >Key1 >Main Box: Signal from dedicated box generator
Mask menu (1113). Pattern: Signal from dedicated pattern generator

3 Press [Zabton Adjust]. 4 Depending on the selection in step 3, set the following
parameters.
The Zabton Adjust menu (1112.3) appears.

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 When [Box] is selected When selecting [Angle] in the <Rotation> group
and slanting the pattern
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Top Position of top side No. Parameter Adjustment

2 Left Position of left side 1 Angle Rotation angle of pattern a)

3 Right Position of right side a) See page 144.

4 Bottom Position of bottom side When selecting [Speed] in the <Rotation> group
5 Soft Degree of softness of box and rotating the pattern at a constant speed

When [Pattern] is selected No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Speed Rotation speed of pattern a)
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Size Pattern size a) See page 144.

2 Soft Degree of softness of pattern edge

5 Pattern Pattern number a) Using the sub mask
a) The patterns are the same as standard wipe patterns 1 to 24. 1 Open the M/E-1 >Key1 >Sub Mask menu (1114).
You can also make a pattern selection by pressing
[Mask Ptn Select] in the Main Mask menu to display 2 In the <Mask Type> group, select the mask type.
the Mask Ptn Select menu (1113.1). Key Mask: Masks a part of a key.
Press the desired pattern (1 to 24) to select it, and set Bkgd Mask: Masks a part of a background.
the [Size] and [Soft] parameters.

5 To invert the mask source, press [Mask Invert],

3 In the <Mask Source> group, select the mask source.
turning it on. Wipe: Wipe pattern selected for a transition.
Press [Pattern Select] to open the M/E-1 >Wipe
6 When a pattern is selected as a mask source, set the >Main Pattern menu (1151), and select a pattern
pattern modifiers as required. and set modifiers (see page 138).
When selecting [Position] and setting the pattern
Note
position
In patterns selected for a mask, modifiers for wipe
No. Parameter Adjustment direction and edges are disabled.
1 Position H Horizontal position a)
2 Position V Vertical position a) Utility 1 Bus: Signal selected on the utility 1 bus.
On the cross-point control block, press delegation
a) See page 143. button [UTL1] on the cross-point pad and select a
When selecting [Multi] and replicating the pattern signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st row/
2nd row.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 H Multi Number of repetitions of pattern Notes
horizontally
• On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus
2 V Multi Number of repetitions of pattern
vertically
delegation mode, press the [UTIL1] button in the 1st
row and select a signal using the cross-point buttons
3 Invert Type Pattern layout a) in the 2nd row.
a) See page 145. • You can assign the utility 1 bus using the [UTIL]
button on the cross-point pad of the cross-point
When selecting [Aspect] and adjusting the pattern control block (see page 79).
aspect ratio • You can assign a utility 1 bus delegation button to
the 1st row or 2nd row of the AUX bus control block
No. Parameter Adjustment
(AUX bus operation mode) in the Setup menu (see
1 Aspect Aspect ratio a) page 434).
a) See page 144.
4 Depending on the selection in step 3, set the following
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 When [Wipe] is selected - On the MVS-7000X

No. Parameter Adjustment Key to DME wipe pattern Number of keys to

which DME for background which DME effects
1 Size Pattern size
effects are can be applied
2 Soft Edge softness applied simultaneously
When [Utility 1 Bus] is selected Keys 1 to 4 DME wipes not 2
used
No. Parameter Adjustment 1-channel mode 1
1 Clip Reference level for creating mask 2-channel or 3- 0
signal channel mode
2 Gain Gain Keys 5 to 8 – 2 a)

5 To invert the mask source, press [Mask Invert], a) “0” when the system signal format is 1080P.
b) “1” when the system signal format is 1080P and the DME input/
turning it on. output signal format is set to dual link mode.
c) “0” when the system signal format is 1080P and the DME input/
output signal format is set to dual link mode.
• When combining DMEs connected via the dedicated
DME Effects for Keys interface and the SDI interface, you can increase the
number of keys to which DME effects are applied
DME restrictions simultaneously in the Setup menu.
For details, see “Setting the Interface Between the DME
• When the SDI interface is used to connect the DME, and the Switcher” (page 474).
DME effects (including DME wipes) can be used in only
one place for one M/E bank.
• When the dedicated interface is used to connect the Assigning a DME to a key
DME, the number of keys to which DME effects
(including DME wipes) can be applied simultaneously 1 Open the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer menu
for one M/E bank varies as follows depending on the (1115).
execution mode of the DME wipe pattern selected for the
background. 2 In the <DME Select> group, select the DME channel
- On the MVS-8000X (DME1 to DME8) to be used.

Bank Key to DME wipe Number of keys The lit colors of [DME1] to [DME8] indicate the DME
which pattern for to which DME assignment.
DME background effects can be Lit green: Indicates the DME assigned to the
effects applied currently selected key.
are simultaneously
applied
Lit amber: Indicates the DME assigned to a key other
than the currently selected key.
All Keys 1 to 4 DME wipes 2 Not lit: DME is not assigned.
(excluding not used
M/E-4) To select a DME being used by another keyer
1-channel 1
mode Press [Override], turning it on, then select the DME
2-channel or 0 channel that is lit amber.
3-channel The selected DME channel becomes available, and the
mode button is lit green.
Keys 5 to 8 – 2 a)
M/E-4 Keys 1 to 4 DME wipes 2 b) Using two or three DME channels on one
not used
keyer
1-channel 1 c)
mode When using the dedicated interface, proceed as follows.
2-channel or 0
3-channel For details about SDI interface operations, see “To select
mode multiple DME channels using an SDI interface”
Keys 5 to 8 – 0
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 Note
select a signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st
row/2nd row.
On the MVS-8000X, when the signal format is 1080P, the • On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus
combination of two consecutively numbered DME delegation mode, press the [DME UTIL2] button in
channels that can be selected is DME1 and DME2, DME3 the 1st row and select a signal using the cross-point
and DME4, DME5 and DME6, or DME7 and DME8. It is buttons in the 2nd row.
not possible to combine three or more DME channels.
On the MVS-7000X, when the signal format is 1080P, the Notes
same restriction also applies if using the MVE-8000A.
There is no such restriction if using the MKS-7470X/ • You can assign the DME utility 1 bus and 2 bus
7471X. using the [UTIL] button on the cross-point pad of the
cross-point control block (see page 79).
1 In the <DME Select> group of the M/E-1 >Key1 • You can assign DME utility 1 bus and 2 bus
>Processed Key/Resizer menu (1115), select delegation buttons to the 1st row or 2nd row of the
consecutive DME channels. AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation mode)
in the Setup menu (see page 434).
Select the DME for the first channel, then select the
successive DME channel for the second channel. For
the third channel, select the next channel. Using four DME channels on one keyer
When using the dedicated interface, proceed as follows.
2 Select the second channel video signal.
For details about SDI interface operations, see “To select
Select using any of the following methods. multiple DME channels using an SDI interface”
• On the cross-point control block, press delegation (page 121).
button [DME EXT] on the cross-point pad and select
a signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st row/
2nd row. Note
• On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus On the MVS-8000X, when the signal format is 1080P, this
delegation mode, press the [DME EXT] button in operation is not possible.
the 1st row and select a signal using the cross-point On the MVS-7000X, when the signal format is 1080P, the
buttons in the 2nd row. same restriction also applies if using the MVE-8000A.
There is no such restriction if using the MKS-7470X/
Notes 7471X.
• You can assign the DME external video bus using
the [UTIL] button on the cross-point pad of the
1 In the <DME Select> group of the M/E-1 >Key1
>Processed Key/Resizer menu (1115), select
cross-point control block (see page 79).
consecutive DME channels.
• You can assign a DME external video bus delegation
button to the 1st row or 2nd row of the AUX bus Select [DME1] (or [DME5]) for the first channel,
control block (AUX bus operation mode) in the [DME2] (or [DME6]) for the second channel, [DME3]
Setup menu (see page 434). (or [DME7]) for the third channel, and [DME4] (or
[DME8]) for the fourth channel.
3 Select the third channel video signal.
When [DME3] or [DME4] is selected
2 Select the second channel video signal.
Select using any of the following methods. Select using any of the following methods.
• On the cross-point control block, press delegation • On the cross-point control block, press delegation
button [DME UTL1] on the cross-point pad and button [DME EXT] on the cross-point pad and select
select a signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st a signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st row/
row/2nd row. 2nd row.
• On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus • On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus
delegation mode, press the [DME UTIL1] button in delegation mode, press the [DME EXT] button in
the 1st row and select a signal using the cross-point the 1st row and select a signal using the cross-point
buttons in the 2nd row. buttons in the 2nd row.
When [DME7] or [DME8] is selected
Select using any of the following methods.
• On the cross-point control block, press delegation
button [DME UTL2] on the cross-point pad and

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 Notes
• On the cross-point control block, press delegation
button [DME UTL1] on the cross-point pad and
• You can assign the DME external video bus using select a signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st
the [UTIL] button on the cross-point pad of the row/2nd row.
cross-point control block (see page 79). • On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus
• You can assign a DME external video bus delegation delegation mode, press the [DME UTIL1] button in
button to the 1st row or 2nd row of the AUX bus the 1st row and select a signal using the cross-point
control block (AUX bus operation mode) in the buttons in the 2nd row.
Setup menu (see page 434).
To select multiple DME channels using an SDI
3 Select the third channel video signal. interface
Selection of the video signal of the third and fourth
When [DME3] is selected channels only differs from the dedicated interface.
Select using any of the following methods. Select the video signals on the AUX bus assigned in the
• On the cross-point control block, press delegation Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface >DME
button [DME UTL1] on the cross-point pad and Type Setting >DME SDI I/F menu (7337.7).
select a signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st
row/2nd row. Note
• On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus
delegation mode, press the [DME UTIL1] button in If [Dual DME units] is selected in the <DME Assignment
the 1st row and select a signal using the cross-point for Proc Key> group of the Engineering Setup >Switcher
buttons in the 2nd row. >Device Interface >DME Type Setting menu (7337.6), the
second channel video signal is also selected on the AUX
When [DME7] is selected bus.
Select using any of the following methods.
• On the cross-point control block, press delegation For details, see “Setting the Interface Between the DME
button [DME UTL2] on the cross-point pad and and the Switcher” (page 474).
select a signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st
row/2nd row. To check DME usage status
• On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus You can check the DME operating status in the Status
delegation mode, press the [DME UTIL2] button in >DME Status menu (3311) (see page 197).
the 1st row and select a signal using the cross-point
buttons in the 2nd row.
Assigning a DME output signal as a
Notes
monitor signal
• You can assign the DME utility 1 bus and 2 bus 1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer menu
using the [UTIL] button on the cross-point pad of the (1115), press [Monitor].
cross-point control block (see page 79).
• You can assign DME utility 1 bus and 2 bus The Monitor menu (1115.1) appears.
delegation buttons to the 1st row or 2nd row of the
AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation mode) 2 Press [Monitor Set], turning it on.
in the Setup menu (see page 434).
3 In the <DME Select> group, select the DME channel
4 Select the third channel video signal. (DME1 to DME8) to be used.

When [DME4] is selected This assigns the selected DME output to DME MON
Select using any of the following methods. V and DME MON K.
• On the cross-point control block, press delegation The lit colors of [DME1] to [DME8] indicate the DME
button [DME UTL2] on the cross-point pad and assignment.
select a signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st Lit green: Indicates a DME currently being
row/2nd row. monitored.
• On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus Lit amber: Indicates a DME which can be monitored.
delegation mode, press the [DME UTIL2] button in Not lit: DME is not assigned.
the 1st row and select a signal using the cross-point
buttons in the 2nd row.
When [DME8] is selected
Select using any of the following methods.

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 3 Depending on the selection in step 2, set the following
Specifying the Key Output parameters.
Destination When [Key Blink] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

Using a processed key keyer signal
(external processed key) 1 Blink Rate Length of blink cycle
2 Duty Proportion of cycle for which
To select key fill and key source signals for a processed
original state continues
key keyer on the AUX bus or edit preview bus, press [Ext
Proc Key] in the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer When [Edge Blink] is selected
menu (1115), turning it on.
This assigns the key fill and key source signals, processed No. Parameter Adjustment
using key 1 on the M/E-1 bank, to re-entry signals PROC 1 Blink Rate Length of blink cycle
V and PROC K. 2 Duty Proportion of cycle for which key is
When DME is selected on the keyer, the key fill and key on
source signals with DME effect applied are assigned.

Note Video Process

The PROC V and PROC K signals on each switcher bank You can adjust the luminance and hue of the selected key
cannot be selected using the cross-point buttons on the fill signal.
same switcher bank.
Note
Using processed key keyer signals in
If the input signal and AUX bus color corrector is enabled
frame memory (frame memory feed) in the Setup menu, the video process of the key fill bus
To select key fill and key source signals for a processed cannot be used.
key keyer on the frame memory source buses, press [FM
Feed] in the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer menu For details, see “Enabling the Input Signal and AUX Bus
(1115). Color Corrector” (page 467).
[Ext Proc Key] turns on, and the key fill and key source
signals processed on key 1 of the M/E-1 bank are assigned 1 Open the M/E-1 >Key1 >Video Process menu (1117).
to frame memory source 1 and 2 buses.
When DME is selected on the keyer, the key fill and key 2 Press [Video Process], turning it on.
source signals with DME effect applied are assigned.
3 Set the following parameters.

Blink No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Video Gain Overall gain of video signal
With the blink function, you can obtain the following
effects. 2 Y Gain Luminance signal gain
Key blink: The key is turned on and off at preset constant 3 C Gain Chrominance gain
intervals. You can set the blinking cycle time, and the 4 Hue Delay Hue delay
proportion of each cycle for which the key is on and
5 Black Level Luminance black level
off.
Edge blink: The key fill and key edge fill signals are To return the parameters to their default settings
interchanged at regular intervals. You can set the Press [Unity].
blinking cycle time, and the proportion of each cycle
that the original state is replaced by the key fill and key
edge fill state.
Key Modify Clear
1 Open the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition menu (1116).
Press [Default Recall] at the lower left of the menu display,
2 In the <Blink> group, select a blink effect. turning it on, then press a VF button (VF1 to VF4) to return
the corresponding key settings to their initial status.
Key Blink: Sets key blinking.
Edge Blink: Sets edge blinking. For details about initial status, see “Power-On (Startup)
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 2 Press the delegation button for the target keyer (KEY1
Key Operations (Key to KEY8), turning it on.
The key control block is assigned to the selected keyer
Control Block) on the selected bank.

Setting buttons display area Adjustment knobs Setting the Key Type
Delegation buttons Display
1 Press a key type selection button to select a key type
(see page 105).
[LUM] button: Luminance key
[LIN] button: Linear key
[CRK] button: Chroma key
PTN: Key wipe pattern key
Pressing a button, turning it on green, displays the
parameter name and value of each parameter item on
the display.

Note
To use a color vector key or wipe pattern key, use the
menu (see page 108).
Setting buttons MORE button

PAGE button 2 Set the following parameters, depending on the

selected key type.
Key control block When a luminance key or linear key is selected
To make settings for keys on the key control block, select No. Parameter Adjustment
a bank and keyer using the delegation buttons.
1 CLIP Reference level for key signal
The key type selection buttons, key fill/key source generation
selection buttons, key modifier buttons, and chroma key
setting buttons are assigned to the setting buttons. The 2 GAIN Key sensitivity
functions set in each button can be viewed in the setting 3 DENSITY Key density
buttons display section. 4 FILTER Filter coefficient
The settings button assignments for different functions are
spread over three pages (1/3, 2/3, 3/3), and you can switch When a chroma key is selected
between them using the [PAGE] button.
No. Parameter Adjustment
Setting parameters 1 CLIP a) Chroma key reference level
If there are parameters available for the selected function, a)
2 GAIN Key sensitivity
the set value for each item appears on the display.
a)
The parameters are adjusted using five adjustment knobs 3 HUE Hue
similar to the menu panel (numbered 1 to 5 from the top). 4 DENSITY Key density
When there are six or more parameters, the [MORE] 5 FILTER a) Filter coefficient
button is lit amber. Press the [MORE] button, turning it on
green, to display the 6th and subsequent parameters a) Not displayed if [Key Active] is disabled in the Type >Chroma
Adjust menu for a key.
(parameter group [2/2]).
You can set a parameter when the button is lit green. If the
When key wipe pattern key is selected
button for the parameter you want to set is lit amber, press
the button, turning it on green, and then set the value. No. Parameter Adjustment
1 SIZE Pattern size
2 SOFT Degree of edge softness
Selecting the Bank and Keyer
3 DENSITY Key density

1 Press the delegation button for the target bank (M/E-1

to M/E-5, P/P), turning it on.

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Selecting a Key Fill Note
You can assign a key fill bus delegation button to the 1st
Set a key fill using the key fill/key source selection row or 2nd row of the AUX bus control block (AUX bus
buttons. operation mode) in the Setup menu (see page 434).
When using a color matte
Press the [PAGE] button to display the page 2/3 setting
buttons, then press the [MAT FILL] button. Selecting a Key Source
The [MAT FILL] button turns on green, and displays the
parameter name and value of each parameter item on the Set a key source using the key fill/key source selection
display. buttons.

When [Flat Color] is selected in the Type >Matte Adjust When using a selected key fill and paired key
menu, set the following parameters. source signal
Press the [AUTO SEL] button, turning it on.
No. Parameter Adjustment
When using a signal other than the selected key
1 LUM Color 1 luminance fill paired signal
2 SAT Color 1 saturation Press the [SPLT] button, turning it on.
3 HUE Color 1 hue Using any of the following methods, select the key source.
• On the cross-point control block, press and hold a key
When [Mix Color] is selected in the Type >Matte Adjust bus delegation button on the cross-point pad and select a
menu, set the following parameters. signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st row/2nd
row.
Parameter group [1/2]
• Press and hold the [SPLT] button in the key control
No. Parameter Adjustment block, then select a signal using the cross-point buttons
in the cross-point control block.
1 LUM Color 1 luminance
• On the Flexi Pad control block in key operation mode,
2 SAT Color 1 saturation press and hold a key delegation button in the memory
3 HUE Color 1 hue recall section and select a signal using the cross-point
4 SIZE Pattern size buttons in the cross-point control block.
• On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus
5 SOFT Degree of softness of pattern edge
delegation mode, press and hold a key bus delegation
Parameter group [2/2] button in the 1st row and select a signal using the cross-
point buttons in the 2nd row.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 LUM Color 2 luminance Notes
2 SAT Color 2 saturation • You can assign a key source bus delegation button to the
3 HUE Color 2 hue 1st row or 2nd row of the AUX bus control block (AUX
4 SIZE Pattern size bus operation mode) in the Setup menu (see page 434).
• To select a video signal, first set the [KEY] button
5 SOFT Degree of softness of pattern edge
operation mode in the Setup menu (see page 110).
When using a key fill bus signal When using the selected key fill signal as the key
Press the [PAGE] button to display the page 2/3 setting source
buttons, then press the [MAT FILL] button, turning it off. Press the [AUTO SEL] button and [SPLT] button
Using any of the following methods, select the key fill simultaneously.
signal. When both buttons are off, Self mode is selected.
• On the cross-point control block, press a key bus
delegation button on the cross-point pad and select a
signal using the cross-point buttons in the 1st row/2nd Note
row. When chroma key is selected as the key type, select Self
• On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus mode.
delegation mode, press a key bus delegation button in the
1st row and select a signal using the cross-point buttons
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 Setting the color cancel parameters
Key Adjustments (Key No. Parameter Adjustment
Control Block) 1 LUM Luminance
2 SAT Saturation

You can make the following adjustments in the key control 3 HUE Hue
block. 5 FILTER Filter coefficient
• Chroma key adjustments (see page 125)
• Key edge modifications (see page 125)
• DME effects for keys (see page 126) Key Edge Modification
• Other key adjustments (see page 127)
Press the [PAGE] button to display the page 2/3 setting
For details about buttons and parameters on the key buttons. Press a key modifier button to select an edge type
control block, see “Key Operations (Key Control Block)” (see page 106).
(page 123).
[BDR] button: Border
[DROP BDR] button: Drop border
Chroma Key Adjustments [SHDW] button: Shadow
[SOFT EDGE] button: Soft edge
Press the [PAGE] button to display the page 3/3 setting
buttons. Press the chroma key setting button and adjust the Pressing a button, turning it on green, displays the
chroma key (see page 112). parameter name and value of each parameter item on the
display.
[SMPL MARK] button: Auto chroma key (sample mark)
[KEY ACTV] button: Key active Note
[COL CAN] button: Color cancel
To use a normal, outline, emboss, or zabton key edge, use
the menu (see page 114).
Pressing a button, turning it on green, displays the
parameter names and set values on the display.
Setting the border parameters
Setting the auto chroma key (sample mark) The parameters to configure vary depending on whether
parameters the separate edge function is enabled/disabled.
The separate edge function is set using [Separate Edge] in
the Edge menu for the key.
No. Parameter Adjustment
When [Matte] is selected in the <Edge Fill> group of the
1 POS H Horizontal position Edge menu for the key, you can adjust the color of the edge
2 POS V Vertical position fill.
3 SIZE Size
When separate edge is disabled
To execute auto chroma key
Press the [AUTO STRT] button. This executes adjustment No. Parameter Adjustment
of the auto chroma key based on the color specified by the 1 WIDTH Border width
sample mark. During the execution of the auto chroma 4 DENSITY Border density
key, the [AUTO STRT] button is lit amber.
When separate edge is enabled
The border width settings can be made independently for
Setting the key active parameters
left, right, top, and bottom sides. The separate edge
function is only available when luminance key, linear key,
No. Parameter Adjustment
color vector key, or chroma key is selected as the key type.
1 CLIP Chroma key reference level
2 GAIN Key gain No. Parameter Adjustment

3 HUE Hue 1 TOP Top edge width

4 DENSITY Density 2 LEFT Left edge width

5 FILTER Filter coefficient 3 RIGHT Right edge width

4 BOTTOM Bottom edge width

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To adjust the edge fill color Assigning a DME to a key
Press the [MORE] button to display the 6th and subsequent
parameters, then adjust color 1. 1 Press the delegation button for the target bank (M/E1
Parameter group [2/2] to M/E5, P/P), turning it on.

No. Parameter Adjustment 2 Press the delegation button for the target keyer (KEY1
1 LUM Luminance to KEY8), turning it on.
2 SAT Saturation
3 HUE Hue
3 Using the DME channel selection buttons (DME1 to
DME8), select the DME channel to use.
4 DENSITY Density
The lit colors of the [DME1] to [DME8] buttons
indicate the DME assignment.
Setting the drop border and shadow Lit green: Indicates the DME assigned to the
parameters currently selected key.
When [Matte] is selected in the <Edge Fill> group of the Lit amber: Indicates the DME assigned to a key other
Edge menu for the key, you can adjust the color of the edge than the currently selected key.
fill. Not lit: DME is not assigned.

No. Parameter Adjustment To select a DME being used by another keyer

1 WIDTH Width Press and hold the [OVERRIDE] button and press a
DME channel button that is lit amber.
2 POSITION Position
The selected DME channel becomes available, and the
4 DENSITY Density button is lit green.
To adjust the edge fill color
Press the [MORE] button to display the 6th and subsequent Using two or three DME channels on one
parameters, then adjust color 1. keyer
Parameter group [2/2] Using the DME channel selection buttons (DME1 to
DME8), select the DME channels to use and operate using
No. Parameter Adjustment the menu.
1 LUM Luminance
2 SAT Saturation For details about the method of operation, see “Using two
3 HUE Hue
or three DME channels on one keyer” (page 119).
4 DENSITY Density For details about SDI interface use, see “To select
multiple DME channels using an SDI interface”
Setting the soft edge parameters (page 121).

No. Parameter Adjustment

Using four DME channels on one keyer
1 SOFT Edge softness
Using the DME channel selection buttons (DME1 to
DME8), select the DME channels to use and operate using
Notes
the menu.
• When normal is selected for edge type, auto drop on
mode must be enabled beforehand to use soft edge. For details about the method of operation, see “Using four
• Enabling soft edge on a luminance key or linear key DME channels on one keyer” (page 120).
disables clean mode.
For details about SDI interface use, see “To select
multiple DME channels using an SDI interface”
DME Effects for Keys (page 121).

To check DME usage status

For details about restrictions when using DME, see “DME You can check the DME operating status in the Status
restrictions” (page 119). >DME Status menu (3311) (see page 197).

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Assigning a DME output signal as a You can also set the show key function so that it is
monitor signal maintained for a preset time after the [SHOW KEY] button
is pressed.
Press and hold the [MON] button and press the DME The show key function output and preset time are
channel selection button (DME1 to DME8) for the DME configured in the Setup menu.
channel to use.
This assigns the selected DME output to DME MON V For details, see “Setting Show Key” (page 467).
and DME MON K.
To check DME assignment status Using auto delegation
While the [MON] button is pressed, the lit color of the
[DME1] to [DME8] buttons shows the key assignment To couple the selection of the buttons in the following
status. control blocks so that the delegation selection switches
Lit green: Indicates a DME currently being monitored. automatically in the key control block, press the [AUTO
Lit amber: Indicates a DME which can be monitored. DELEG] button, turning it on.
Not lit: DME is not assigned. • Transition control block: [KEY1] to [KEY8] buttons
• Cross-point pad on the cross-point control block: Key 1
to 8 bus delegation buttons [KEY1] to [KEY8]
• 1st row on cross-point control block (key/AUX bus
Other Key Adjustments delegation mode): [KEY1] to [KEY8] buttons
• Memory recall section on the Flexi Pad control block
(key operation mode): [KEY1] to [KEY8] buttons
Using an external processed key
• Key fader control block: Key delegation buttons
To select key fill and key source signals for a processed
key keyer on the AUX bus or edit preview bus, press
[PROC KEY]. Returning the key adjustment values to
The [PROC KEY] button is lit amber, and the key fill and their defaults
key source signals processed on the currently selected Press and hold the key type selection buttons (LUM, LIN,
keyer are assigned to re-entry signals PROC V and PROC CRK, PTN) to restore the key adjustment values to their
K. defaults (see page 107).
When DME is selected on the keyer, the key fill and key
source signals with DME effect applied are assigned.
Key modify clear
Note Simultaneously pressing and holding a bank delegation
button (M/E1 to M/E5, P/P) and keyer delegation button
The PROC V and PROC K signals on each switcher bank (KEY1 to KEY8) sets the selected key settings to the initial
cannot be selected using the cross-point buttons on the status settings.
same switcher bank.
For details about initial status, see “Power-On (Startup)
Using frame memory feed State Selection” (page 413).
To select key fill and key source signals for a processed
key keyer on the frame memory source buses, press the
[FM FEED] button.
The [FM FEED] button momentarily is lit amber, and the
key fill and key source signals processed on the currently
selected keyer are assigned to the frame memory source 1
and 2 buses. The [PROC KEY] button is lit amber
simultaneously.
When DME is selected on the keyer, the key fill and key
source signals with DME effect applied are assigned.

Using the show key function

While the [SHOW KEY] button is pressed, the key source
signal for the processed key appears on the specified
output.

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 2 Set the following parameters.
Resizer Parameter group [1/2]

No. Parameter Adjustment

The resizer allows you to apply DME-like effects such as
1 Location X Horizontal key movement
image reduction/enlargement, movement, rotation, and
changes in aspect ratio, to the generated key portion. 2 Location Y Vertical key movement
The following functions are available. 3 Size Key reduction/enlargement
• Two-dimensional transforms of keys (see page 128) 4 a) Rotation X Horizontal key rotation
• Key rotation on the x- or y-axis (see page 134) b)
4 Rotation Y Vertical key rotation
• Resizer interpolation settings (see page 130)
• Resizer crop/border settings (see page 130) 5 Perspective Perspective
• Resizer CG border settings (page 131) a) When [X] is selected in the <Rotation> group of the Rotation menu.
• Resizer effect settings (see page 132) b) When [Y] is selected in the <Rotation> group of the Rotation menu.
(wide key border, drop shadow, edge enhance, mosaic, Parameter group [2/2]
defocus, mask)
No. Parameter Adjustment
This section describes setting the resizer of key 1 on the M/ 1 Aspect X Change aspect ratio horizontally
E-1 bank as an example. 2 Aspect Y Change aspect ratio vertically
3 Aspect Change aspect ratio horizontally
Notes Ratio and vertically simultaneously
• The image of the key manipulated by resizer has a one-
frame delay. Reducing, enlarging, rotating, and moving
• Some effects of resizer are different from what you keys (key control block)
would expect of DME effects.
• There are restrictions on the combined use of resizer For details about buttons and parameters on the key
effects themselves and use with DME wipes (see control block, see “Key Operations (Key Control Block)”
page 132). (page 123).
• You cannot apply DME effects to a key for which the
resizer function is enabled. When one of the three
functions – resizer, DME wipe and DME effects – is
Delegation buttons
enabled, the other two are disabled.

Two-Dimensional Transforms and

Rotation of Keys

Note

When the screen aspect ratio is 4:3 in HD format, reducing

an image using the resizer reduces the 16:9 image as-is
with the added image portions on the left and right sides.
Use the crop function as required to extract the 4:3 image.

Reducing, enlarging, rotating, and moving Setting buttons PAGE button

keys (menu)
RSZR button

1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer menu

(1115), press [Resizer], turning it on. Key control block

1 Press a delegation button to select the target keyer.

Press the [M/E1] button, turning it on, and press the
[KEY1] button, turning it on.

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2 Press the [RSZR] button, turning it on. Reducing, enlarging, rotating, and moving
keys (device control block)
3 Set the following parameters.

Parameter group [1/2] Channel selection buttons FINE button

No. Parameter Adjustment Mode selection buttons

1 LOC X Horizontal key movement

2 LOC Y Vertical key movement
3 SIZE Key reduction/enlargement
a)
4 ROT X Horizontal key rotation
b)
4 ROT Y Vertical key rotation
5 PERS Perspective

a) When rotation direction is selected using the [ROT X] button

b) When rotation direction is selected using the [ROT Y] button
Parameter group [2/2]

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 ASPECT X Change aspect ratio horizontally
LOC SIZE X, Y, Z buttons Z-ring
2 ASPECT Y Change aspect ratio vertically button
RSZR ON button
3 ASPECT R Change aspect ratio horizontally
and vertically simultaneously ROT button Trackball

4 Select the direction of rotation.

ASP PERS button

Press the [PAGE] button to display the page 2/3 setting Device control block (trackball)
buttons, then press the [ROT X] button or [ROT Y]
button, turning it on. 1 Press the [M/E1] button.

5 Set the following parameters. The [M/E1] button turns on green, and the M/E-1 bank
switches to resizer operation mode.
When the [ROT X] button is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment Notes

1 ROT X Horizontal key rotation • Pressing the [M/E1] to [M/E5] and [P/P] mode
4 PERS Perspective selection buttons switches the selected bank to
resizer operation mode.
When the [ROT Y] button is selected • You can select more than one button. The first
selected button becomes the reference, and is lit
No. Parameter Adjustment green. Subsequent selected buttons are lit amber.
2 ROT Y Vertical key rotation
4 PERS Perspective 2 Press the [K1RSZ] button.
The [K1RSZ] button turns on green, and key 1
becomes the target of resizer operation.

Notes
• The [K1RSZ] to [K8RSZ] channel selection buttons
correspond to key 1 to key 8.
• You can select more than one button. The first
selected button becomes the reference, and is lit
green. Subsequent selected buttons are lit amber.

3 Press the [RSZR ON] button, turning it on.

The target resizer is enabled.

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4 Select the function to be set. To return the resizer to default state (clear work
buffer)
To change the aspect ratio of the key: Press the [ASP To clear and reset to default state only the two-dimensional
PERS] button, turning it on. transform and rotation parameters contained in the work
To reduce/enlarge or move the key: Press the [LOC buffer, depending on the resizer operation, press the [CLR
SIZE] button, turning it on. WORK BUFR] button in the device control block.
To rotate or change the perspective of the key; To clear all of the parameters in the work buffer and reset
Press the [ROT] button, turning it on. To specify the resizer, press the [CLR WORK BUFR] button twice in
the direction of rotation, press the [X] button or rapid succession.
[Y] button. To adjust perspective, press the [Z] For the default state, you can select either the factory
button. default settings or user settings.
5 Use the trackball or Z-ring for the operation. For details, see “Power-On (Startup) State Selection”
Pressing the [FINE] button, turning it on, enables fine (page 413).
adjustment of setting values (fine mode).
Pressing the [X], [Y], or [Z] button, turning it on, To reset the bank to the default state
restricts operation to the selected axis or item. Press the [M/E DEF RCALL] button twice in rapid
succession to return the currently selected bank (M/E or
The target bank and resizer, and the current parameter PGM/PST) to the default state.
and its value, are displayed in the display of the device
control block.
Interpolation Settings
The correspondence between the operation buttons
and parameters is shown in the following table. 1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer menu
(1115), press [Resizer], turning it on.
Operation Parameter Trackball Trackball Z-ring
buttons (horizontal (vertical
rotation) rotation) 2 In the <Resizer Effect/Rotation> group, press [Resizer
Process].
[X] button [Y] button [Z] button
ASP Aspect Change Change Change aspect The Resizer Process menu (1115.3) appears.
PERS aspect ratio aspect ratio on X- and
on X-axis ratio on Y-
axis
Y-axes
simultaneously
3 Select an interpolation method.

LOC SIZE Location Move image Move Magnify and Set the interpolation settings in the same way as for the
on X-axis image on shrink image DME interpolation settings. However, the following
Y-axis points are different.
ROT Rotation/ Rotate Rotate Change • The <Interpolation Mode> mode group settings can
Perspective image on Y- image on distance of be set for any type of signal format.
axis X-axis viewpoint • The anti-moiré filter cannot be set.
position
For details, see “Interpolation Settings” (page 289).
To enter parameters
Operates identically to DME three-dimensional parameter
input. Crop/Border Settings
For details, see “Three-Dimensional Parameter Entry”
(page 239). Setting cropping
To reset parameters 1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer menu
Operates identically to DME three-dimensional parameter (1115), press [Resizer], turning it on.
reset.
2 In the <Resizer Effect/Rotation> group, press [Border/
For details, see “Resetting three-dimensional Crop].
parameters” (page 239).
The Border/Crop menu (1115.2) appears.

3 Press [Crop], turning it on.

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4 Set the parameters. To add a beveled light edge
Set the crop settings in the same way as for the DME 1 In the <Border Mode> group, press [Beveled Light
crop settings. Edge].
For details, see “Crop Settings” (page 243).
2 Set the following parameters.
Note
No. Parameter Adjustment
Enabling mosaic or defocus in the M/E-1 >Key1
>Processed Key/Resizer >Enhanced Effect menu (1115.4) 1 Top Position of top side
and selecting [Video/Key] in the <Mosaic/Defocus Mode> 2 Left Position of left side
group disables cropping. 3 Right Position of right side
4 Bottom Position of bottom side
Setting the border 5 All Position of all four sides

1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer menu 3 If setting the softness of the border, press [Border
(1115), press [Resizer], turning it on. Soft], turning it on.

2 In the <Resizer Effect/Rotation> group, press [Border/ 4 Set the following parameters.
Crop].
The Border/Crop menu (1115.2) appears. No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Inner Soft Softness of inner edge of border
3 Press [Border], turning it on. 2 Bound Soft Softness of border boundary

4 Set the following parameters. To add a beveled color edge

No. Parameter Adjustment 1 In the <Border Mode> group, press [Beveled Color
Edge].
1 H Simultaneously adjust border width
of left and right edges
2 V Simultaneously adjust border width
2 In the <Color Adjust> group, select the edges for
of top and bottom edges
adjustment.
3 All Simultaneously adjust border width Select [Top], [Left], [Right], or [Bottom]. To adjust all
on all edges four edges simultaneously, press [All].
4 Density Border density
3 Set the following parameters.
To apply color to a border
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 In the <Border Mode> group, press [Flat Color].
1 Luminance Luminance
2 Set the following parameters. 2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance
4 If setting the softness of the border, press [Border
Soft], turning it on.
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue 5 Set the following parameters.

To soften the inner edge of a border

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Press [Border Soft]. 1 Inner Soft Softness of inner edge of border

2 Bound Soft Softness of border boundary
2 Set the following parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment CG Border Settings

1 Inner Soft Softness of inner edge of border
The resizers of two keys are used for CG border settings.

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The combination of key pairs used is fixed (keys 1 and 2, 3 Press [CG Border], turning it on.
keys 3 and 4, keys 5 and 6, keys 7 and 8). The setting
operations are performed using keys 1, 3, 5, and 7 only. 4 Set the position and size of the image to embed in the
You can also change the position and size of the image border using the following parameters.
embedded in the border.
No. Parameter Adjustment
This section describes making settings using key 1 and key
2 as an example. 1 Location X Horizontal position
2 Location Y Vertical position
Notes 3 Size Size

• This setting is available only when the signal format is

1080i/59.94 or 1080i/50.
• For details about the switcher configuration required for Effect Settings
CG border support, contact your Sony service or sales
representative. Restrictions on resizer effects
• To change the position and size of the image embedded
in the border, clean mode must be enabled on the target Restrictions on the use of effects
key. Enabling the CG border settings using key 1 Of the resizer effects, using mask, drop shadow, or wide
automatically enables clean mode on both key 1 and key key border requires two resizer hardware units. These are
2. called “dual resizer effects.”
• Inserting key 1 also inserts key 2 in unison. Selecting/ In a dual resizer effect, predetermined combinations of key
releasing key 1 in a next transition also selects/releases 1 and key 2, key 3 and key 4, key 5 and key 6, key 7 and
key 2 in unison. Inserting/removing key 2 only and key 8 are used.
transition operations using key 2 only are not possible. For example, if the resizer is enabled on either key 1 or key
• When a CG border is set, key 1 has the following 2, the other key cannot be used for a dual resizer effect.
limitations. The same restriction applies when using a resizer DME
- Dual resizer effects are not supported. wipe in place of resizer.
- Resizer border and crop settings are disabled. There are also restrictions on the combination of effects
- The target of resizer mosaic and defocus settings is that can be used simultaneously on the same keyer.
fixed to the video signal only.
• A CG border cannot be set using key 1 if the state of key Unavailability of simultaneous use within the
2 is any of the following. same keyer
- If key 2 is currently inserted or used in a transition. The following combinations of resizer effects cannot be
- When key 2 is selected in a next transition. enabled simultaneously.
- When the resizer of key 2 is enabled. • Mosaic and edge enhance
- When DME wipe is selected for the transition type for • Defocus and wide key border
key 2. • Mask and drop shadow
• The CG border settings are saved separately in key 1 and • Mask and wide key border
key 2 key snapshots. When recalling, it is necessary to
recall the two key snapshots at the same time. Resizer effects setting menu
Four signals are required for a CG border. 1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer menu
The image to embed in the border and the key signal for (1115), press [Resizer], turning it on.
keying the image must be selected using key 1 in advance.
The border image and the key signal for the image must be 2 In the <Resizer Effect/Rotation> group, press
selected using key 2. [Enhanced Effect].
For details about signals used in a CG border, see “CG The Enhanced Effect menu (1115.4) appears.
Border Settings” (page 242).

1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer menu

(1115), press [Resizer], turning it on.

2 In the <Resizer Effect/Rotation> group, press [Border/

Crop].
The Border/Crop menu (1115.2) appears.

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No. Parameter Adjustment

1 H Horizontal position of shadow
2 V Vertical position of shadow
3 Size Size
4 Soft a) Softness
5 Density Density of shadow

a) Common to the [Soft] wide key border parameter.

Setting an edge enhance

Adjusting the gain sharpens the image.
Setting a wide key border
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer >Enhanced Effect menu (1115.4), press [Edge
>Enhanced Effect menu (1115.4), press [Dual Rszr Enhance], turning it on.
Effect], turning it on.
2 Set the following parameters.
2 Press [Wide Key Border], turning it on.
No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Set the following parameters.
1 H Horizontal gain adjustment
2 V Vertical gain adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment
3 All Horizontal and vertical adjustment
1 H Simultaneously adjust border width
of left and right edges
2 V Simultaneously adjust border width Setting a mosaic
of top and bottom edges
3 All Simultaneously adjust border width 1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer
on all edges >Enhanced Effect menu (1115.4), press [Mosaic],
4 Soft a) Softness of border
turning it on.
5 Density Border density 2 Set the following parameters.
a) Common to the [Soft] drop shadow parameter.
No. Parameter Adjustment
4 To add an outline, press [Outline], turning it on.
1 Size Size of tiles
5 To adjust the border color, press [Border Color]. 2 Aspect Aspect ratio of tiles
• Negative values expand
vertically.
6 Set the following parameters.
• Positive values expand
horizontally.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance
3 In the <Mosaic/Defocus Mode> group, select the
signal to which to apply the mosaic effect.
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue Video/Key: Video signal and key signal
Video: Video signal only
Setting a drop shadow
Note
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer Enabling mosaic and selecting [Video/Key] in the
>Enhanced Effect menu (1115.4), press [Dual Rszr <Mosaic/Defocus Mode> group disables crop and
Effect], turning it on. mask.

2 Press [Drop Shadow], turning it on.

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To make the mosaic like a relief pattern No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Size Size of mask
1 Press [Relief], turning it on.
4 Soft Softness of mask
2 Set the following parameters. 5 Aspect Aspect ratio

No. Parameter Adjustment

6 To invert the mask source, press [Mask Invert],
turning it on.
3 Gain Relief depth of mosaic pieces
4 Angle Light source direction 7 To rotate a pattern, select the type of rotation in the
<Rotation> group, and set the following parameter.
Setting a defocus When [Angle] is selected
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer No. Parameter Adjustment
>Enhanced Effect menu (1115.4), press [Defocus], 1 Angle Rotation angle of pattern
turning it on. • A value of -1.00 corresponds
to a rotation of one turn
2 In the <Mosaic/Defocus Mode> group, select the counterclockwise.
signal to which to apply the defocus effect. • A value of +1.00 corresponds
to a rotation of one turn
Video/Key: Video signal and key signal clockwise.
Video: Video signal only • A value of 0.00 corresponds to
no rotation.
3 Set the parameters.
When [Speed] is selected
If using a dedicated DME interface, set in the same
way as the DME defocus. No. Parameter Adjustment

For details, see “Defocus Settings” (page 254). 1 Speed Rotation speed of pattern
• A value of –100.00
corresponds to 4 rpm
Note counterclockwise rotation.
• A value of +100.00
Enabling defocus and selecting [Video/Key] in the corresponds to 4 rpm
<Mosaic/Defocus Mode> group disables crop and clockwise rotation.
mask. • A value of 0.00 corresponds to
pause.
Setting a mask
Notes
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer • When a mask effect is applied to a border, the boundary
>Enhanced Effect menu (1115.4), press [Dual Rszr becomes discontinuous, giving an unnatural effect.
Effect], turning it on. Avoid applying a mask to a border.
• Enabling mosaic or defocus and selecting [Video/Key]
2 Press [Mask], turning it on. in the <Mosaic/Defocus Mode> group disables the
mask.
3 Press [Mask Menu].
The Mask menu (1115.5) appears.
Setting Rotation
4 In the <Mask Source> group, select [Box] or [Circle].
Box: Use a box pattern as the mask signal. Note
Circle: Use a circle pattern as the mask signal. Select either X or Y direction for rotation. You cannot
make rotation by combining both directions.
5 Set the following parameters.
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer menu
No. Parameter Adjustment (1115), press [Resizer], turning it on.
1 H Horizontal position
2 V Vertical position

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2 In the <Resizer Effect/Rotation> group, press
[Rotation].
Key Snapshots
The Rotation menu (1115.6) appears.

3 In the <Rotation> group, select the direction of Key settings, other than the key on/off status and the key
rotation. priority, can all be instantaneously saved in a dedicated
register and recalled when required. A key snapshot
X: Horizontal rotation comprises three values: a cross-point button number, key
Y: Vertical rotation memory full mode, and independent key transition, and
can be recalled in any combination.
4 Set the following parameters. There are four key snapshot registers for each keyer.
When [X] is selected
You perform key snapshot operations in the Flexi Pad
No. Parameter Adjustment control block or key fader control block.
1 Rotation X Horizontal key rotation
4 Perspective Perspective
Key Snapshot Operations (Flexi Pad
When [Y] is selected Control Block)
No. Parameter Adjustment Pressing the [KEY] button in the Flexi Pad control block
2 Rotation Y Vertical key rotation switches the memory recall section to key operation mode
4 Perspective Perspective for saving and recalling key snapshots.

This section describes operation of key snapshots on key 1

Canceling virtual images
on the M/E-1 bank as an example.
If an extreme degree of perspective is set for an image, the
part of the image exceeding the virtual view point is
displayed wrapped around on the monitor screen. KEY button
To hide the virtual image portion, in the M/E-1 >Key1 Key 1 to 8 delegation buttons
>Processed Key/Resizer >Rotation menu (1115.6), press
[Wrap Around], turning it on. Register 1 to 4 selection buttons

Memory recall section

Flexi Pad control block

Button display in the memory recall section

You press buttons in the memory recall section to select
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The register name is displayed on buttons for registers with
a registered snapshot. Key Snapshot Operations (Key
Fader Control Block)
The button color varies as follows, according to the
register state. Pressing the [K-SS] button in the fader control block
Dark blue and gray characters: Register not containing switches the control block to key snapshot operation mode
a saved snapshot for saving and recalling key snapshots.
Dark blue and white characters: Register containing a
saved snapshot Display
Lit orange: Last recalled register Key delegation buttons K-SS button

Saving a key snapshot

1 In the M/E-1 bank Flexi Pad control block, press the

[KEY] button.
This switches the memory recall section to key
operation mode.

2 Press the [KEY1] button in the memory recall section.

3 While pressing the [KEY] button, press the button for

the register you want to save.
K-SS 1 to K-SS 4 buttons K-SS STORE button
The selected button is lit orange, and the key snapshot UNDO button
is saved.
Key fader control block
Note
You select registers 1 to 4 using the [K-SS 1] to [K-SS 4]
If you press a button in which a key snapshot is already buttons.
saved, the existing contents of the register will be The buttons for registers that store a snapshot are lit amber,
overwritten. and the button for the last recalled register is lit green.
The register name is displayed on the display for buttons
for registers with a registered snapshot.
Recalling a key snapshot

1 In the M/E-1 bank Flexi Pad control block, press the Saving a key snapshot
[KEY] button.
1 Select the target key to operate using the key
This switches the memory recall section to key delegation buttons.
operation mode.
2 Press the [K-SS] button.
2 Press the [KEY1] button in the memory recall section.
The [K-SS] button lights amber, and the control block
3 Press the button for the register you want to recall. switches to key snapshot operation mode.

The selected button is lit orange, and the key snapshot 3 While pressing the [K-SS STORE] button, press the
is recalled. button ([K-SS 1] to [K-SS 4]) for the register you want
The recalled information varies depending on the to save.
settings in the Snapshot >Key Snapshot >Attribute
menu (6351) (see page 353). The selected button is lit green, and the key snapshot
is saved.

Note
If you press a button in which a key snapshot is already
saved, the existing contents of the register will be
overwritten.

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Recalling a key snapshot

1 Select the target key to operate using the key

delegation buttons.

2 Press the [K-SS] button.

The [K-SS] button lights amber, and the control block
switches to key snapshot operation mode.

3 Press the button ([K-SS 1] to [K-SS 4]) for the register

you want to recall.
The selected button is lit green, and the key snapshot
is recalled.
The recalled information varies depending on the
settings in the Snapshot >Key Snapshot >Attribute
menu (6351) (see page 353).
To cancel a key snapshot recall operation
Press the [UNDO] button.

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 Wipes Chapter 5
Overview Basic Wipe Setting
Operations
A wipe is a transition from the current video stream to a
new video stream, using a wipe pattern.
Changing the background by means of a wipe is referred to You carry out wipe setting operations using the Wipe
as a “background wipe,” and inserting or removing a key menu on each of the switcher banks.
with a wipe is termed a “key wipe.” This section describes operations on the M/E-1 bank (M/
There are two types of wipe: those that can be selected in E-1 >Wipe menu) as an example.
a common transition, and those that can be selected in an
independent key transition. For details about independent key transition wipe settings,
see “Basic Independent Key Transition Wipe Setting
Operations” (page 147).
Types of Wipe Pattern
Wipe patterns are classified into the following groups. Selecting a Wipe Pattern
Only standard wipe patterns can be used in an independent
key transition. 1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Pattern menu (1151).

For images of patterns, see “Wipe Pattern List” 2 Press the button for the desired wipe pattern group to
(page 499). select it.

Standard wipes The patterns from the selected pattern group appear on
Patterns consisting of straight lines vertically, the screen.
horizontally, or diagonally, and circular patterns.
3 Press the desired pattern to select it.
Enhanced wipes
Patterns such as hearts, stars, and round corners.
Adjusting wipe pattern parameters
Rotary wipes Of the wipe patterns, the following have parameters that
Patterns that rotate an image about a point. can be adjusted.
Mosaic wipes
Patterns that divide an image into small tiles. When a polygon wipe is selected (pattern number 49)
No. Parameter Adjustment
Random/diamond dust wipes
Patterns that display small tiles randomly, and patterns that 1 No Number of corners
generate fine particles. 2 Star Rate Degree of sharpness of the corner a)

a) A value of –100.00 completely replaces the corner with a rounded arc, and
a value of +100.00 the corners are in the most pointed state.

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When a mosaic wipe is selected (pattern numbers 200 Positive NAM (+Nam): Creates a pattern with an outline
to 203, 206 to 213, 224 to 247, 250 to 257, 260 to 269) comprising the sub pattern superimposed on the main
No. Parameter Adjustment
pattern.
Negative NAM (−Nam): Creates a pattern with an outline
1 H Tile No Number of tiles horizontally of the overlapping portion of the main pattern and the
2 V Tile No Number of tiles vertically sub pattern.

When a karaoke wipe is selected (pattern numbers 220

to 223)
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Start Position of start tile a)
2 Row No Number of rows of tiles
3 Phase Delay for next row b)

a) At –100.00 tiles appear from the top edge (or left edge) of the screen; at
+100.00 tiles appear from the bottom edge (or right edge) of the screen.
b) At –100.00 tiles in all rows appear simultaneously; at +100.00 tiles appear
in the next row after the tiles in the previous row are completely displayed.

When a random wipe is selected (pattern number 273) Mix Positive NAM Negative NAM
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 H Size Tile width Morphing: As the transition progresses, the pattern
2 V Size Tile height changes. It morphs from the main pattern, through a
3 Volatility Rate of tile generation mix combination, to the sub pattern.

When a diamond dust wipe is selected (pattern number

Main pattern at 100%
274)
Sub pattern at 100%
No. Parameter Adjustment
Transition
1 H Size Particle width (0.00 to 100.00)
2 V Size Particle height
3 Flash Rate Rate of generation of particles

Note

When Flash Rate is set to 0.00, you cannot change the 1 2

pattern. In this state, adjusting H Size or V Size has no
effect on the pattern.

3 4
Pattern Mix
You can create a new pattern by combining two selected
patterns (main and sub).
5 6
Note
Start value End value
It is not possible to execute a pattern mix in an independent
key transition. 1 Start of main pattern and sub pattern mix
2 Mix ends during transition, and sub pattern becomes 100%
3 Transition starts with main pattern at 100%
Types of pattern mix 4 Ends with sub pattern at 100%
5 Mix begins during transition
The following four types of pattern mix can be selected. 6 Transition ends with main and sub patterns still in mix
Mix: The effect of the sub pattern is applied to the main combination
pattern, modifying the outline or nature of the main
pattern.

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• Parameter settings Note
Start: Point in the transition at which the main pattern is
at 100% When executing a wipe transition using a pattern mix, it is
End: Point in the transition at which the sub pattern is at recommended that you set the modifier link function to full
100% link mode. If the modifier link function is disabled or semi
• A value of 0.00 corresponds to the start of the transition, link mode is selected, the desired image may not be
and a value of 100.00 corresponds to the end of the obtained at the start or end of the transition.
transition.
• A negative Start value signifies that the main and sub Combining two patterns
patterns are already mixing when the transition starts.
• An End value of 100.00 or more signifies that the main In the M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Pattern menu (1151), select a
and sub patterns are still mixing when the transition main pattern, then use the following procedure.
ends.
• If the Start and End values are the same, the main and 1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Sub Pattern menu (1153).
sub patterns are interchanged instantaneously at a
specified point in the transition. 2 Press the button for the desired wipe pattern group and
• If the End value is less than the Start value, the transition then press the desired sub pattern to select it.
changes from the sub pattern to the main pattern. Some patterns may not be available for selection,
depending on the selected main pattern.
Dust mix
Yes: Available, No: Not available
You can apply a diamond dust wipe to a selected pattern.
You can also apply the diamond dust wipe effect to the Main Sub pattern
pattern resulting from a pattern mix (see page 141). pattern
Standard Enhanced Rotary Mosaic Random/
When the pattern mix function is disabled, enabling dust diamond
mix mixes the main pattern and the diamond dust pattern. dust
This state is the same as a pattern mix when the diamond Standard Yes Yes No Yes Yes
dust pattern is selected for the sub pattern. Enhanced Yes Yes No Yes Yes
Rotary No No No No No
Note
Mosaic Yes Yes No No Yes
When a random/diamond dust wipe (pattern numbers 270 Random/ Yes Yes No Yes No
to 274) is selected, the dust mix function is not available. diamond
dust
Main/sub modifier link 3 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Pattern Mix menu (1152).
When carrying out a pattern mix, it is possible to link the
modifier settings for the main pattern and sub pattern. 4 In the <Pattern Mix> group, select the type of pattern
There are two type of link mode, as follows. mix.
Full link mode Mix: Mix
In this mode, all modifier settings are the same for the main +Nam: Positive NAM
pattern and sub pattern. Changing the modifier settings for −Nam: Negative NAM
one pattern automatically changes the settings for the Morphing: Morphing
other.
Semi link mode
5 Depending on the selection in step 4, set the following
parameters.
Only the parameter settings of the modifiers are linked.
The modifier enable/disable settings are not linked. When When mix, positive NAM, or negative NAM is
the parameter values of the same modifiers for the main selected
pattern and sub pattern are different and link mode is
selected, changing the value of the parameter for one No. Parameter Adjustment
pattern also changes the value of the parameter for the 1 Mix Ratio Proportion of sub pattern relative to
other pattern to maintain the same difference between the the main pattern
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 When morphing is selected Setting the wipe direction (Direction)
No. Parameter Adjustment Specify the direction of the wipe effect.
2 Start Point in transition at which main Normal
pattern is at 100%
Wipe in the normal direction.
3 End Point in transition at which sub
pattern is at 100%

6 In the <Main/Sub Link> group, configure the main/

sub modifier link.
Full: Full link mode Reverse
Semi: Semi link mode
Wipe in the opposite direction of
the normal direction.
Applying a diamond dust wipe effect to the
selected pattern

1 In the M/E-1 >Wipe >Pattern Mix menu (1152), press

[Dust Mix], turning it on. Normal/Reverse
2 Set the following parameters. The wipe direction alternates between normal and reverse
after each transition.
No. Parameter Adjustment To specify the wipe direction in the menu
1 Mix Ratio Mix level of diamond dust pattern
1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Edge/Direction menu
2 H Size Particle width (1154).
3 V Size Particle height
4 Flash Rate Rate of generation of particles 2 In the <Direction> group, specify the wipe direction.
To specify the wipe direction using a button in the
transition control block
Setting Wipe Modifiers In the transition control block of each bank, press the wipe
direction selection buttons.
You can apply various modifiers to a wipe pattern, such as
NORM: Normal 1)
setting the wipe direction and pattern position.
NORM/REV: Normal/reverse
Note that some modifiers may not be available, depending
REV: Reverse
on the pattern (see page 147).
1) When the [REV] button is not lit if using the transition control block
(simple type).
Main pattern and sub pattern modifiers
You can set the following modifiers independently for the Splitting the wipe pattern (Split)
main pattern and sub pattern. This splits the pattern, making the parts of the wipe move
• Positioner in opposite directions.
• Rotation
• Aspect
• Multi
• Pairing
• Modulation
• Spring
• Spiral
Split disabled Split enabled
Modifiers for the main pattern are set in the M/E-1 >Wipe
>Main Modify menu (1155), and modifiers for the sub
pattern are set in the M/E-1 >Wipe >Sub Modify menu 1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Edge/Direction menu
(1156). The menu operations are common to both. (1154).
This section describes setting modifiers for the main
pattern as an example. 2 Press [Split], turning it on.

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3 Set the following parameters. When [Soft Border] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Width Border width
1 Split No Number of splits (1 to 4)
2 Inner Soft Degree of softness inside the
2 Spacing Spacing between adjacent patterns border
3 Outer Soft Degree of softness outside the
Modifying a wipe pattern edge (Edge) border
You can apply a border to the pattern or soften the edges. 4 When Border or Soft Border is selected, select the
Border edge fill signal in the <Edge Fill> group.
Applies a border to the pattern. Utility 2 Bus: Signal selected on the utility 2 bus
Matte: Signal from a dedicated color matte generator

5 Depending on the selection in step 4, carry out the

following operation.
When [Utility 2 Bus] is selected: On the cross-point
Soft control block, press delegation button [UTL2] on
Softens the pattern edges. the cross-point pad and select a signal using the
cross-point buttons in the 1st row/2nd row.

Notes
• On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus
delegation mode, press the [UTIL2] button in the 1st
Soft Border row and select a signal using the cross-point buttons
Softens the border applied to the in the 2nd row.
pattern. • You can assign the utility 2 bus using the [UTIL]
button on the cross-point pad of the cross-point
control block (see page 79).
• You can assign a utility 2 bus delegation button to
the 1st row or 2nd row of the AUX bus control block
(AUX bus operation mode) in the Setup menu (see
When a border or soft border is selected, the signal filling page 434).
the edge is called an edge fill. For the edge fill, you can use
a signal (matte) generated by a dedicated color matte When [Matte] is selected: Press [Matte Adjust] to
generator, or the signal selected on the utility 2 bus. A open the Matte Adjust menu (1154.1), and select
matte has two colors, color 1 and color 2, which can be [Flat Color] (single color) or [Mix Color] (2-color
combined (color mix). mix) in the <Edge Matte> group.
If [Mix Color] is selected, set the color mixing (see
1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Edge/Direction menu page 142).
(1154). If [Flat Color] is selected, set color 1 using the
following parameters.
2 In the <Edge> group, select the edge type.
No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Depending on the selection in step 2, set the following 1 Luminance Luminance
parameters. 2 Saturation Saturation

When [Border] is selected 3 Hue Hue

No. Parameter Adjustment Carrying out a color mix for the edge fill
1 Width Border width matte
When [Soft] is selected If [Matte] is selected for the border or soft border edge fill,
you can combine color 1 and color 2.
No. Parameter Adjustment To combine colors, you can use not only a normal wipe
1 Soft Edge softness generator pattern, but also a dedicated color mix pattern.

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1 In the <Edge Fill> group of the M/E-1 >Wipe >Edge/ When selecting [Aspect] and adjusting the pattern
Direction menu (1154), select [Matte] and press aspect ratio
[Matte Adjust].
No. Parameter Adjustment
The Matte Adjust menu (1154.1) appears. 1 Aspect Aspect ratio a)

2 In the <Edge Matte> group, select [Mix Color]. a) See page 144.

3 In the <Mix Pattern> group, select one of the When selecting [Angle] in the <Rotation> group
following. and slanting the pattern

Wipe: Wipe pattern selected for a transition No. Parameter Adjustment

Pattern: Use a dedicated pattern. 1 Angle Rotation angle of pattern a)

4 Depending on the selection in step 3, set the following a) See page 144.

parameters. When selecting [Speed] in the <Rotation> group

and rotating the pattern at a constant speed
When [Wipe] is selected
No. Parameter Adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Speed Rotation speed of pattern a)
1 Size Pattern size
2 Soft Edge softness a) See page 144.

When [Pattern] is selected 6 Select [Color 1] and [Color 2], respectively, and set the
No. Parameter Adjustment
colors.
1 Size Pattern size
No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Soft Edge softness
1 Luminance Luminance
3 Pattern Pattern number a)
2 Saturation Saturation
a) The patterns are the same as standard wipe patterns 1 to 24. 3 Hue Hue

You can also make a pattern selection by pressing 7 To interchange color 1 and color 2, press the [Color
[Mix Pattern Select] in the Matte Adjust menu to Invert] button, turning it on.
display the Mix Ptn Select menu (1154.2).
Press the desired pattern (1 to 24) to select it, and set
the [Size] and [Soft] parameters. Setting the wipe pattern position
(Positioner)
5 If a pattern is selected in step 4, set the pattern Move the pattern to a desired position.
modifiers as required.
When selecting [Position] and setting the pattern
position

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Position H Horizontal position a)
2 Position V Vertical position a) Positioner disabled Positioner enabled

a) See page 143.

1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Modify menu (1155).
When selecting [Multi] and replicating the pattern

No. Parameter Adjustment

2 In the <Position> group, press [Position] and set the
pattern position.
1 H Multi Number of repetitions of pattern
horizontally
2 V Multi Number of repetitions of pattern No. Parameter Adjustment
vertically 1 Position H Horizontal position
3 Invert Type Pattern layout a) • Negative values move to the left.
• Positive values move to the right.
a) See page 145.

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 No. Parameter Adjustment When [Angle] is selected
2 Position V Vertical position No. Parameter Adjustment
• Negative values move down.
• Positive values move up. 1 Angle Rotation angle of pattern
• A value of –100.00 corresponds
to a rotation of one turn
To return the pattern position to the center of the counterclockwise.
screen • A value of +100.00 corresponds
In the <Position> group, press [Center]. to a rotation of one turn
clockwise.
To move the pattern from its current position (set • A value of 0.00 corresponds to
by Positioner) to the center of the screen during no rotation.
the course of a transition
In the <Position> group, press [Auto Center], turning it on. When [Speed] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

Rotating the wipe pattern (Rotation) 1 Speed Rotation speed of pattern
You can rotate a pattern. • A value of –100.00 corresponds
to 1 rpm counterclockwise
Angle rotation.
This executes a wipe with the pattern at a fixed angle. • A value of +100.00 corresponds
to 1 rpm clockwise rotation.
• A value of 0.00 corresponds to
pause.

When [Magnitude] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Angle Angle of pattern at start of
Angle disabled Angle enabled
transition
• A value of –100.00 corresponds
Speed to a rotation of one turn
counterclockwise.
This rotates a wipe pattern at a • A value of +100.00 corresponds
fixed specified speed during a to a rotation of one turn
transition. clockwise.
• A value of 0.00 corresponds to
no rotation.
2 Magnitude Angle of rotation through course of
transition
Magnitude • A value of –200.00 corresponds
This rotates a wipe pattern rotates to a rotation of two turns
through the specified angle in a counterclockwise.
single transition. • A value of +200.00 corresponds
to a rotation of two turns
clockwise.
• A value of 0.00 corresponds to
no rotation.

1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Modify menu (1155).

Setting the aspect ratio of a wipe pattern
2 In the <Rotation> group, select the rotation type. (Aspect)
You can freely change the aspect ratio of the pattern.
3 Depending on the selection in step 2, set the following
parameters.

Aspect disabled Aspect enabled

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1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Modify menu (1155). 4 Press [Multi Adjust].

2 Press [Aspect], turning it on. The Multi Adjust menu (1155.1) appears.

3 Set the following parameter. 5 Make the following settings as required.

H Invert: Inverts the horizontal orientation of patterns
No. Parameter Adjustment alternately.
1 Aspect Aspect ratio V Invert: Inverts the vertical orientation of patterns
• Negative values expand alternately.
vertically. Non-Mask: Ensure the pattern is always visible on the
• Positive values expand screen, even when the positioner function is used
horizontally. to move the pattern position.
Position: Moves the pattern position within the
Replicating a wipe pattern (Multi) regions set in step 3 by adjusting the following
parameters.
The same pattern can be repeated horizontally and
vertically or both, up to 63 times. You can also change the No. Parameter Adjustment
orientation of alternate patterns, or change the position. 1 Position H Horizontal position of pattern a)
2 Position V Vertical position of pattern a)

a) See page 143.

Making a wipe pattern like a Venetian blind

(Pairing)
Multi disabled Multi enabled This slits the pattern into multiple strips in the horizontal
or vertical direction, similar to a venetian blind.
For an independent key transition wipe, you can use the
[Invert Type] parameter to select from the following types
of replication pattern.

Pairing disabled Pairing enabled

1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Modify menu (1155).

1: All patterns in the same orientation 2 In the <Pairing> group, select the slit direction.
2: Even-numbered rows staggered H: Create slits in the horizontal direction.
3: Even-numbered columns and rows inverted V: Create slits in the vertical direction.
4: Even-numbered columns and rows inverted, and even-
numbered rows staggered 3 Set the following parameters.
1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Modify menu (1155).
No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Press [Multi], turning it on. 1 Width Width
2 H Offset Spacing in the horizontal direction
3 Set the following parameters. • Negative values move the even-
numbered group to the left, and
the odd-numbered group move to
No. Parameter Adjustment
the right.
1 H Multi Number of repetitions of pattern • Positive values move the even-
horizontally numbered group to the right, and
2 V Multi Number of repetitions of pattern the odd-numbered group move to
vertically the left.
3 Shift Pattern layout

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 No. Parameter Adjustment No. Parameter Adjustment
3 V Offset Spacing in the vertical direction 3 Speed Speed of ripples
• Negative values move the even- • Negative values create waves in
numbered group up, and the odd- the down, left, and
numbered group down. counterclockwise directions.
• Positive values move the even- • Positive values create waves in
numbered group down, and the the up, right, and clockwise
odd-numbered group up. directions.
4 Shape Modulation waveform a)
Applying modulation to a wipe pattern
a) 1: sine wave, 2: triangular wave, 3: rectangular wave
(Modulation)
The pattern waveform signal can be modulated, creating
ripples in the horizontal, vertical, or radial direction along
Applying barrel or pincushion distortion to
the edges. the edge of a wipe pattern (Spring)
As the transition progresses, the edge of the pattern is
Note subjected to barrel or pincushion distortion.

When the signal format is 1080PsF, modulation cannot be

used.
H (horizontal modulation)
This modulates the pattern in the
horizontal direction.
Spring disabled Spring enabled

1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Modify menu (1155).

V (vertical modulation)
2 Press [Spring], turning it on.
This modulates the pattern in the
vertical direction. 3 Set the following parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Gain Size and direction of the warp
• A value of –100 corresponds to
Fringe (radial modulation) maximum inward warpage.
This modulates the pattern in the • A value of +100 corresponds to
radial direction. maximum outward warpage.

Applying a spiral effect to a wipe pattern

(Spiral)
This transforms the pattern into a spiral pattern.
1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Modify menu (1155).

2 In the <Modulation> group, select the modulation

type.

3 Set the following parameters.

Spiral disabled Spiral enabled

No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Amplitude Amplitude of modulation
2 Frequency Frequency of modulation
1 Open the M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Modify menu (1155).

2 Press [Spiral], turning it on.

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3 Set the following parameters.
Basic Independent Key
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Magnitude Size and direction of the spiral Transition Wipe Setting
• A value of –100.00 represents
the maximum movement in the Operations
counterclockwise direction.
• A value of +100.00 represents
the maximum movement in the You configure independent key transition wipe settings
clockwise direction. using the Wipe Adjust menu for each keyer.
2 Wave Speed of the lateral waves
Speed • Negative values set the speed For details about independent key transitions, see
from the left. “Independent Key Transitions” (page 97).
• Positive values set the speed
from the right. This section describes operations of key 1 on the M/E-1
bank (M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition >Wipe Adjust menu) as
Wipe patterns and supported modifiers an example.
Yes: Available, No: Not available

Modifiers Type of wipe Selecting an Independent Key

Standard Enhanced Rotary Mosaic Random/
diamond
Transition Wipe Pattern
dust
Direction Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Note
Split Yes Yes No Yes No In an independent key transition, you can only use the
Edge Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes standard wipe patterns (pattern numbers 1 to 24).
Positioner Yes a) Yes b) Yes c) No No
Rotation Yes Yes Yes c) No No
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition menu (1116), press
[Wipe Adjust].
Aspect Yes d) Yes No No No
Multi Yes Yes Yes Yes e) No The Wipe Adjust menu (1116.1) appears.
Pairing Yes f) Yes No No No
2 Press [Pattern Select].
Modulation Yes Yes Yes No No
(H, V) The Pattern Select menu (1116.2) appears.
Modulation No g) Yes No No No
(Fringe) 3 Press the desired pattern to select it.
Spring No g) Yes No No No
Spiral No h) Yes No No No
Setting Independent Key Transition
a) Pattern numbers 1 to 16, 19, and 20 are not available.
b) Pattern numbers 300 to 303 are not available. Wipe Modifiers
c) Pattern numbers 100 to 103, 150, 151, 516, 518, 604, and 606 are not
available. You can use the following modifiers in an independent key
d) Pattern numbers 1 to 8, 17, and 18 are not available.
e) Pattern numbers 220 to 223 are not available.
transition wipe.
f) Pattern numbers 19 and 20 are not available. However, the available modifiers may depend on the
g) Pattern numbers 21, 23, and 24 are available. pattern you are using.
h) Pattern numbers 21 and 23 are available.
• Direction
• Soft edge
• Positioner
Wipe Modify Clear • Rotation
• Aspect
Press [Default Recall] at the lower left of the menu display, • Multi
turning it on, then press the VF5 button ([Wipe]) to return
the wipe settings to their initial status.
Setting the wipe direction (Direction)
For details about initial status, see “Power-On (Startup) In the <Direction> group of the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition
State Selection” (page 413). >Wipe Adjust menu (1116.1), select one of the following.

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Normal: Wipe in normal direction. When [Speed] is selected
Normal/Reverse: Wipe in the normal and reverse
direction alternately for each transition. No. Parameter Adjustment
Reverse: Wipe in the opposite direction to normal. 1 Speed Rotation speed of pattern a)

a) See page 144.

Softening the wipe pattern edge (Soft
edge) When [Magnitude] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition >Wipe Adjust menu
1 Angle Angle of pattern at start of
(1116.1), press [Soft], turning it on. transition a)
2 Magnitude Amount of rotation through course
2 Set the following parameter. of transition a)

No. Parameter Adjustment a) See page 144.

1 Soft Edge softness

Setting the aspect ratio of a wipe pattern
Setting the wipe pattern position (Aspect)
(Positioner)
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition >Wipe Adjust menu
(1116.1), press [Aspect], turning it on.
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition >Wipe Adjust menu
(1116.1), press [Position], turning it on.
2 Set the following parameter.
2 Set the following parameters.
No. Parameter Adjustment

No. Parameter Adjustment 1 Aspect Aspect ratio a)

1 Position H Horizontal position a) a) See page 144.

2 Position V Vertical position a)

a) See page 143.

Replicating a wipe pattern (Multi)
To move the pattern from its current position (set 1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition >Wipe Adjust menu
by Positioner) to the center of the screen during (1116.1), press [Multi], turning it on.
the course of a transition
Press the [Auto Center] button, turning it on. 2 Set the following parameters.

Rotating the wipe pattern (Rotation) No. Parameter Adjustment

1 H Multi Number of repetitions of pattern
1 In the <Rotation> group of the M/E-1 >Key1 horizontally
>Transition >Wipe Adjust menu (1116.1), select the 2 V Multi Number of repetitions of pattern
rotation type. vertically
Angle: Incline the pattern at a fixed angle. 3 Invert Type Pattern layout a)
Speed: Rotate the pattern at a set speed.
a) See page 145.
Magnitude: Rotate the pattern through a fixed angle
during the course of the transition.

2 Depending on the selection in step 1, set the following

parameters.
When [Angle] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Angle Rotation angle of pattern a)

a) See page 144.

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 The button color varies as follows, according to the
Wipe Snapshots register state.
Dark blue and gray characters: Register not containing
a saved snapshot
Dark blue and white icon/characters: Register
You can save a snapshot of a wipe pattern together with all
containing a saved snapshot
modifiers and pattern limit settings in a dedicated register
Lit orange: Last recalled register
for recall when required. There are ten wipe snapshot
registers on each switcher bank.
Use the Flexi Pad control block in each switcher bank or Note
the menu to save and recall wipe snapshots. When both the main pattern and sub pattern are selected
for a pattern mix, the main pattern image is displayed.

Wipe Snapshot Operations (Flexi Selecting a wipe pattern

Pad Control Block)
1 In the M/E-1 bank Flexi Pad control block, press the
Pressing the [WIPE] button in the Flexi Pad control block [WIPE] button.
switches the memory recall section to wipe snapshot
operation mode for saving, recalling, and deleting wipe This switches the memory recall section to wipe
snapshots. snapshot operation mode.
This section describes operation of wipe snapshots on M/
E-1 bank as an example. 2 Press the [PTN NO.] button in the memory recall
section.
WIPE button UNDO button 3 Use the numeric keypad to enter the pattern number
Wipe pattern number DEL button consisting of up to three digits, and press the [ENTER]
button.
The entry is applied, and the memory recall section
switches back to wipe snapshot operation mode. The
selected wipe pattern number is displayed on the top
right button in the memory recall section.

Saving a wipe snapshot

1 Configure the wipe you want to save.

2 In the Flexi Pad control block, press and hold the

[KEY] button, and press the button for the register you
want to save.
The selected button is lit orange, and the set wipe
pattern image is displayed. The set wipe pattern
number is displayed on the top right button in the
memory recall section.
Memory recall section

Note
Flexi Pad control block
If you press a button in which a wipe snapshot is
Button display in the memory recall section already saved, the existing contents of the register will
You press buttons in the memory recall section to select be overwritten.
registers (1 to 10).
The wipe pattern image is displayed on buttons for Recalling a wipe snapshot
registers with a registered snapshot. You can also rename
the register in the Setup menu (see page 446). 1 In the Flexi Pad control block, press the [WIPE]
The wipe pattern number is displayed on the top right button.
button in the memory recall section.

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 This switches the memory recall section to wipe also set to display the register name instead of the pattern
snapshot operation mode. number in the Setup menu (see page 446).

2 Press the register button for register with the wipe Notes
snapshot you want to recall.
• The menu settings of the memory recall buttons are
The selected button is lit orange, and the wipe linked to the Flexi Pad control block.
snapshot is recalled. • When both the main pattern and sub pattern are selected
The set wipe pattern number is displayed on the top for a pattern mix, the main pattern image and number are
right button in the memory recall section. displayed.
To cancel recalling of a wipe snapshot
Press the [UNDO] button. Selecting a wipe pattern

Deleting a wipe snapshot 1 In the M/E-1 >Wipe >Wipe Snapshot menu (1157),
press the [Pattern No] memory recall button.
1 In the Flexi Pad control block, press the [WIPE] 2 Use the numeric keypad window to enter the pattern
button. number consisting of up to three digits, and press [Enter].
This switches the memory recall section to wipe The entry is applied, and the selected wipe pattern
snapshot operation mode. image and pattern number are displayed in the
“Current Pattern No” field on the top left.
2 Press and hold the [DEL] button, and press the button
of the register in which the wipe snapshot you want to
delete is saved. Saving a wipe snapshot
The selected button changes to register number 1 Configure the wipe you want to save.
display.
2 In the M/E-1 >Wipe >Wipe Snapshot menu (1157),
press [Store], turning it on.
Wipe Snapshot Operations (Menu)
3 Press the memory recall button for the register you
Use the Wipe Snapshot menu in each switcher bank. want to save.
This section describes operations on the M/E-1 bank (M/
E-1 >Wipe >Wipe Snapshot menu) as an example. The selected button is lit orange, and the set wipe
pattern image and number are displayed.

Note
If you press a button in which a wipe snapshot is
already saved, the existing contents of the register will
be overwritten.

Recalling a wipe snapshot

In the M/E-1 >Wipe >Wipe Snapshot menu (1157), press
the memory recall button for the register with the wipe
snapshot you want to recall.
The selected button is lit orange, and the wipe snapshot is
recalled.

Deleting a wipe snapshot

Memory recall buttons

Button displays 1 In the M/E-1 >Wipe >Wipe Snapshot menu (1157),

You press buttons in the memory recall section to select press [Delete], turning it on.
registers (1 to 10).
The wipe pattern image and pattern number are displayed 2 Press the memory recall button for the register with the
on buttons for registers with a registered snapshot. You can wipe snapshot you want to delete.

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 DME Wipes Chapter

Types of DME Wipe Patterns

6
Overview
The patterns used for a DME wipe fall into two broad
classes.
A DME wipe is a wipe transition that uses a DME effect to Preset patterns: Patterns with predetermined effects
change from one video image to the next. User programmable DME patterns: Patterns that you
There are two types of DME wipes: those that can be create using keyframe effects (see page 163)
selected in a common transition, and those that can be
selected in an independent key transition.
You can also execute a DME wipe using a resizer in
transitions and independent key transitions where a key is
selected (inserted/removed) as the result of the transition
(next transition event).

DME wipe pattern groups

DME wipe patterns are classified into the following
groups.

Pattern group Effect

Slide The new video slides in over the old video.
Squeeze The new video appears reduced over the old video, and is progressively enlarged to
cover it.
Split The old video splits, and the new video appears in the gap.
Door The new video moves like a door closing, and progressively covers the old video.
Flip Tumble The old video rotates about an axis and is replaced by the new video. During the
transition, the signal from the utility 2 bus of the M/E bank appears as the
background.
Mirror The new video appears over the old video as a mirror effect slides in all four
directions.
Sphere The new video appears wrapped around a sphere over the old video. Next, the
picture returns to the source video while unwrapping.
Character Trail The new video appears over the old video, as if leaving a trail. Next, the picture
gradually returns to the source from the periphery.
Wave The new video appears with a wave-like effect over the old video. Next, the picture
returns to the source video as the effect reduces.
Ripple The new video appears over the old video like outwardly moving ripples.
Page Turn The old video moves like a page turning, and the new video appears behind it.
Roll The new video unrolls like a scroll over the old video. This is a type of page turn.
Frame I/O Completed in two transitions. In the first transition, the new video appears, then on
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P in P (Picture-in-picture) • In 1-channel mode, this completes in two transitions.
- In the first transition, the old video shrinks, and the new video appears behind it.
- In the second transition, the old video expands again until it is its original size.
• In 2-channel mode, in the first half of the transition, the old video shrinks, and the
new video appears.
- In the second half of the transition, the new video expands, and the old video
disappears.
- You can move the pattern from the current position by a relative amount.
- During the transition, the signal from the utility bus of the M/E bank appears as
the background.
2D trans (2D transforms) The new video appears over the old video, while undergoing expansion, two-
dimensional rotation and translation.
3D trans (3D transforms) • In 1-channel mode, the new video appears over the old video, while undergoing
expansion, three-dimensional rotation and translation.
• In 2-channel mode, the old video changes to the new video while both undergo
expansion, three-dimensional rotation and translation.
Sparkle The new video appears over the old video with a nonlinear effect applied, such as
broken glass, explosion, or melt. Next, the source picture returns as the effect
gradually reduces.
Split Slide The new video appears in strip form while sliding interleaved in the opposite
direction over the old video.
Mosaic In the first half of the transition, a mosaic is gradually applied to the old video, then
at the 50% point the inner image changes to the new video. In the second half, the
mosaic effect on the new video is gradually reduced, returning to the original image
at 100%.
Defocus In the first half of the transition, the old video is gradually defocused, then at the 50%
point the inner image changes to the new video. In the second half, the defocusing
effect on the new video is gradually reduced, returning to the original image at
100%.
Brick • In 2-channel mode, a brick such that the side surface is visible slides in over the
old video, then rotates so that the new video can be seen.
• In 3-channel mode, a brick appears over the old video as the image is expanding
and rotating, and switches to the new video.
User Program (user programmable DME) Executes a DME wipe using a DME keyframe effect created with a keyframe
operation.

For details about creating keyframe effects, see “Creating User Programmable DME
Patterns” (page 163).
Resizer Slide Executes a Slide DME wipe using a resizer.
Resizer Squeeze Executes a Squeeze DME wipe using a resizer.
Resizer Frame I/O Executes a Frame I/O DME wipe using a resizer.

DME wipe execution mode and supported pattern numbers

There are three DME wipe execution modes, depending on The supported channel modes and pattern numbers
the number of DME channels available: 1-channel mode supported in each pattern group are shown in the following
(1ch), 2-channel mode (2ch), and 3-channel mode (3ch). table.

Note For details about pattern images (excluding user

programmable DME), see “DME Wipe Pattern List”
On the MVS-8000X, when the signal format is 1080P, 3- (page 500) and “Resizer DME Wipe Pattern List”
channel mode patterns are not available. (page 505).
On the MVS-7000X, when the signal format is 1080P, 3-
channel mode patterns are not available when using the
MVE-8000A. 3-channel mode patterns are available when
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 Yes: Available, No: Not available

Pattern group Execution Pattern number DME wipes for common DME wipes for
mode transitions independent key
transitions
Background Key
Slide 1ch 1001 to 1008 Yes Yes Yes
2ch 2601 to 2608 Yes No No
Squeeze 1ch 1021 to 1031 Yes Yes Yes
2ch 2621 to 2628 Yes No No
Split 1ch 1011 to 1013 Yes Yes Yes
Door 1ch 1041 to 1048 Yes Yes Yes
Flip Tumble 1ch 1101 to 1104, 1109, 1110, 1121, Yes No No
1122, 1124, 1131 to 1133, 1135
Mirror 1ch 1355 to 1358 Yes Yes Yes
Sphere 1ch 1365 Yes Yes Yes
Character Trail 1ch 1371, 1372 Yes Yes Yes
Wave 1ch 1378, 1379 Yes Yes Yes
Ripple 1ch 1381 Yes Yes Yes
Page Turn 1ch 1301 to 1313, 1315 to 1318, 1341 to Yes Yes Yes
1345
2ch 2701 to 2713, 2715 to 2718, 2741 to Yes Yes Yes
2745
Roll 1ch 1321 to 1333, 1335 to 1338, 1346 to Yes Yes Yes
1350
2ch 2721 to 2733, 2735 to 2738, 2746 to Yes Yes Yes
2750
Frame I/O 1ch 1201 to 1208, 1221 to 1224 Yes Yes Yes
2ch 2851 to 2854, 2861 to 2864 Yes No No
P in P 1ch 1251 Yes No No
2ch 2651, 2652 Yes No No
2D Trans 1ch 1051 to 1058, 1061 to 1064, 1068 Yes Yes Yes
3D Trans 1ch 1071, 1072, 1074, 1076, 1077, 1088, Yes Yes Yes
1091 to 1094
2ch 2631 to 2634, 2642, 2644 Yes No No
Sparkle 1ch 1391, 1393, 1394, 1396, 1398, 1399 Yes Yes Yes
Split Slide 1ch 1384 to 1389 Yes Yes Yes
Mosaic 1ch 1701 Yes No No
Defocus 1ch 1702 Yes No No
Brick 2ch 2801 to 2804, 2811 to 2814 Yes No No
3ch 3601 Yes No No
User Program 1ch 1901 to 1999 Yes Yes Yes
2ch 2901 to 2999 Yes No No
3ch 3901 to 3999 Yes No No
Resizer Slide 1ch 7001 to 7008 No Yes Yes
Resizer Squeeze 1ch 7021 to 7031 No Yes Yes
Resizer Frame I/O 1ch 7201 to 7208, 7221 to 7224 No Yes Yes

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DME Wipe Pattern Variation and You can set the center of the transition effect.
Modifiers • 2651, 2652
You can move the pattern for each channel, or for
You can apply the following changes and modifiers to the two channels simultaneously depending on the
selected DME wipe pattern in the same way as for an relative values from the current positions (see
ordinary wipe pattern. page 158).
• 2801 to 2804, 2811 to 2814
For details about the method of operation, see “Setting You can set the vertical position as the brick slides
DME Wipe Modifiers” (page 157) and “Setting in.
Independent Key Transition DME Wipe Modifiers” • 2851 to 2854, 2861 to 2864
(page 160). You can set the pattern position for each channel
setting when the first transition completes.
Direction: You can set the DME wipe direction to normal,
reverse, or alternating normal/reverse (see page 157). Pattern limit: You can restrict the range of the transition
However, this can be specified for a key transition only execution as desired. However, this is not available for
when the following patterns are selected. an independent key DME wipe.
• 1204, 1207, 1221 to 1224, 7204, 7207, 7221 to 7224
For details, see “Pattern Limit” (page 91).

Note Size: You can set the size of the image. This can only be
When pattern numbers 1201, 1202, 1203, 1205, 1206, used when one of the following pattern numbers is
1208, 1251, 1701, and 1702 are selected, Direction selected.
cannot be used. • 1201 to 1208, 1221 to 1224, 1251, 2651, 2652, 2851
to 2854, 2861 to 2864, 7201 to 7208, 7221 to 7224
Edge: You can apply a border or soft border (see
page 157). Crop: You can crop the image. It is also possible in 16:9
In the case of user programmable DME patterns for mode to crop both sides and convert the image to a 4:3
keys in which an edge has already been applied to the aspect ratio.
effect, the behavior is as follows. For the execution of the transition, you can select from
• When the DME wipe edge is enabled, only part of the following three options.
the edge applied in the effect is enabled, and that • Cut
portion can be adjusted. • Last 5%
• When the DME wipe edge setting is disabled, the • Linear
edge applied in the effect is applied as-is. When [Last 5%] is selected, you can set the [Release
Transition] as follows.
Note
• Last 30%
• Last 5%
When pattern numbers 1011, 1012, 1013, 1701, and • Off
1702 are selected, Edge cannot be used.
Note
Positioner: You can move the DME wipe pattern or center
of the effect to an arbitrary position (see page 157). When pattern numbers 1701 and 1702 are selected,
Using the position select function, you can also crop cannot be used.
instantaneously move the pattern (see page 158).
This can only be used when one of the following
pattern numbers is selected. DME Wipe Restrictions
• 1031, 7031
As the transition progresses, the pattern center Relation to common wipes
automatically moves initially from the set position • DME wipes do not use the wipe generator built into the
toward the center of the screen. In other words, the switcher. Therefore, during the execution of a DME
effect obtained is the same as in a normal wipe with wipe, you can still use a pattern produced by the wipe
the positioner set to [Auto Center]. generator as the source for a pattern key or mask.
• 1201 to 1208, 1221 to 1224, 1251, 7201 to 7208, • A DME wipe pattern cannot be used as the source for a
7221 to 7224 pattern key or mask.
You can set the pattern position when the first
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Relation to processed keys
• When using the DME for a processed key, selecting a Bank Key to DME wipe Number of keys
which DME pattern for to which DME
DME wipe automatically assigns an available DME for effects are background effects can be
use for DME wipes. If all DMEs are in use, then it is not applied applied
possible to select a DME wipe. simultaneously
If a DME has been assigned in the Setup menu, that All Keys 1 to 4 DME wipes 2
setting takes precedence. (excluding not used
For details, see “Setting DME Channel Assignments” M/E-4)
1-channel 1
(page 455). mode
• It is not possible to use a resizer DME wipe for a key
2-channel or 0
with processed key enabled. 3-channel
mode
Relation to resizer
• When a resizer is enabled, it is not possible to select a Keys 5 to 8 – 2 a)
DME wipe or resizer DME wipe. M/E-4 Keys 1 to 4 DME wipes 2 b)
• For the key 1 and key 2, key 3 and key 4, key 5 and key not used
6, or key 7 and key 8 combinations, if one key is used for 1-channel 1 c)
a dual resizer effect, the other key cannot be used for a mode
DME wipe or resizer DME wipe. 2-channel or 0
3-channel
Resizer DME wipe restrictions mode
When the screen aspect ratio is 4:3 in HD format, reducing Keys 5 to 8 – 0
an image using the resizer reduces the 16:9 image as-is
with the added image portions on the left and right sides. - On the MVS-7000X
Use the crop function as required to extract the 4:3 image.
Key to DME wipe pattern Number of keys to
Number of DME wipes that can be used on a which DME for background which DME effects
single M/E bank effects are can be applied
applied simultaneously
DME wipes can be used in nine places, including the eight
independent key transitions. Keys 1 to 4 DME wipes not 2
used
1-channel mode 1
Notes
2-channel or 0
• When the signal format is 1080P, DME wipes can be 3-channel mode
used in five places, including the four independent key Keys 5 to 8 – 2 a)
transitions.
• When the SDI interface is used to connect the DME, a) “0” when the system signal format is 1080P.
DME effects (including DME wipes) can be used in only b) “1” when the system signal format is 1080P and the DME input/
output signal format is set to dual link mode.
one place for one M/E bank. c) “0” when the system signal format is 1080P and the DME input/
• When the dedicated interface is used to connect the output signal format is set to dual link mode.
DME, the number of keys to which DME effects
(including DME wipes) can be applied simultaneously
for one M/E bank varies as follows depending on the
execution mode of the DME wipe pattern selected for the
background.
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Basic DME Wipe Setting (pattern numbers 2801 to 2804, 2811 to 2814)

Operations No.
1
Parameter Adjustment
Side V Size X Horizontal scaling factor
2 Side V Size Y Vertical scaling factor
You carry out DME wipe setting operations using the 3 Height Height of brick
DME Wipe menu for each bank.
4 Center X Horizontal center position a)
This section describes operations on the M/E-1 bank (M/
E-1 >DME Wipe menu) as an example. 5 Center Y Vertical center position b)

a) The horizontal center position of the video pasted on Side V. At –100.00,

For details about independent key transition DME wipe the center is at the left edge of the screen. At +100.00, the center is at the
settings, see “Basic Independent Key Transition DME right edge of the screen.
Wipe Setting Operations” (page 160). b) The vertical center position of the video pasted on Side V. At –100.00, the
center is at the bottom edge of the screen. At +100.00, the center is at the
top edge of the screen.
Note When Frame in-out (for two channels) is selected
If using the MKS-7470X/7471X, you can display the input • Pattern numbers 2851 to 2854
image filling the frame when executing a DME wipe by
No. Parameter Adjustment
disabling the edge softness function in the Setup menu.
5 Delay Timing for video selected on a utility
For details, see “Setting the DME wipe edge softness bus to appear on the screen
function” (page 466). • Pattern numbers 2861 to 2864

No. Parameter Adjustment

Selecting a DME Wipe Pattern 1 Rot X Rotation on the Y axis (horizontal
direction)

1 Display the DME wipe setting menu. 2 Rot Y Rotation about the X axis (vertical
direction)
In 1-channel mode, open the M/E-1 >DME Wipe >1ch 3 Rot Z Rotation about the Z axis
menu (1161). 5 Delay Timing for video selected on a utility
In 2-channel mode, open the M/E-1 >DME Wipe >2ch bus to appear on the screen
menu (1162).
In 3-channel mode, open the M/E-1 >DME Wipe >3ch When Brick (for three channels) is selected
menu (1163). (pattern number 3601)
Parameter group [1/2]
2 Press the button for the desired DME wipe pattern
group to select it. No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Side V Size X Side V horizontal scaling factor
The patterns from the selected pattern group appear on
the screen. 2 Side V Size Y Side V vertical scaling factor
3 Height Height of brick a)
If executing a DME wipe using a resizer
Select [Resizer Slide], [Resizer Squeeze], or [Resizer 4 Side V Side V horizontal center position b)
Center X
Frame I/O] in the DME wipe pattern group.
Resizer DME wipes can be used only when the next 5 Side V Side V vertical center position c)
Center Y
transition event is a key.
a) Common with the [Height] parameter in group 2.
3 Press the desired pattern to select it. b) The horizontal center position of the video pasted on Side V. At –100.00,
the center is at the left edge of the screen. At +100.00, the center is at the
right edge of the screen.
Adjusting DME wipe pattern parameters c) The vertical center position of the video pasted on Side V. At –100.00, the
center is at the bottom edge of the screen. At +100.00, the center is at the
Of the DME wipe patterns, the following have parameters top edge of the screen.
that can be adjusted. Parameter group [2/2]

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Side H Size X Side H horizontal scaling factor

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No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Side H Size Y Side H vertical scaling factor
1 Open the M/E-1 >DME Wipe >Edge/Direction menu
(1164).
3 Height Height of brick a)
4 Side H Side H horizontal center position b) 2 In the <Ch Select> group, select the target channels.
Center X
For a pattern in 1-channel mode: Select [1st Ch].
5 Side H Side H vertical center position c)
Center Y For a pattern in 2-channel mode or 3-channel
mode: Select the corresponding channels. You
a) Common with the [Height] parameter in group 1. can select more than one channel at the same time.
b) The horizontal center position of the video pasted on Side H. At –100.00,
the center is at the left edge of the screen. At +100.00, the center is at the
right edge of the screen.
3 In the <Edge> group, select the edge type.
c) The vertical center position of the video pasted on Side H. At –100.00, the
center is at the bottom edge of the screen. At +100.00, the center is at the Border: Border
top edge of the screen. Soft Border: Soft border

4 Depending on the selection in step 3, set the following

Setting DME Wipe Modifiers parameters.
When [Border] is selected
You can apply various modifiers, such as setting the wipe
direction or the pattern position. No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Width Border width
For an overview of modifiers and supported pattern
numbers, see “DME Wipe Pattern Variation and 3 Luminance Luminance of border color
Modifiers” (page 154). 4 Saturation Saturation
5 Hue Hue
Specifying the DME wipe direction
When [Soft Border] is selected
(Direction)
You can specify the DME wipe direction (normal/reverse). No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Width Border width
To specify the wipe direction in the menu
2 Inner Soft Degree of softness inside the
border
1 Open the M/E-1 >DME Wipe >Edge/Direction menu
(1164). 3 Luminance Luminance of border color
4 Saturation Saturation
2 In the <Direction> group, specify the DME wipe 5 Hue Hue
direction.
Display indications when multiple channels are
Normal: DME wipe in the normal direction.
selected at the same time
Normal/Reverse: DME wipe in the normal and
The parameter setting value display shows the settings
reverse direction alternately for each transition.
of the lowest-numbered channel. When you adjust the
Reverse: DME wipe in the opposite direction to
settings, this adjusts the settings on the other channels
normal.
by the same amount.
To specify the DME wipe direction with a button
in the transition control block Setting the DME wipe pattern position
In the transition control block of each bank, press the wipe
(Positioner)
direction selection buttons.
NORM: Normal 1)
NORM/REV: Normal/reverse
1 Open the M/E-1 >DME Wipe >Modify menu (1165).
REV: Reverse
2 In the <Ch Select> group, select the target channels.
1) When the [REV] button is not lit if using the transition control block
(simple type). For a pattern in 1-channel mode: Select [1st Ch].
For a pattern in 2-channel mode: Select the
corresponding channels. You can select more than
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4 Set the following parameters. No. Parameter Adjustment

4 Relative H Relative movement in the
No. Parameter Adjustment horizontal direction
1 H Horizontal position 5 Relative V Relative movement in the vertical
2 V Vertical position direction

Display indications when multiple channels are Setting the DME wipe pattern size (Size)
selected at the same time
The parameter setting value display shows the settings 1 Open the M/E-1 >DME Wipe >Modify menu (1165).
of the lowest-numbered channel. When you adjust the
settings, this adjusts the settings on the other channels 2 In the <Ch Select> group, select the target channels.
by the same amount.
For a pattern in 1-channel mode: Select [1st Ch].
To return the DME wipe pattern position to the For a pattern in 2-channel mode: Select the
center of the screen corresponding channels. You can select more than
In the <Position> group, press [Center]. one channel at the same time.

Displaying/moving the DME wipe pattern 3 Press [Size], turning it on.

position
4 Set the following parameter.
1 Open the M/E-1 >DME Wipe >Modify menu (1165).
No. Parameter Adjustment
In the <Position Select> group, [Top Left], [Top
1 Size Effect size a)
Right], [Bottom Left], or [Bottom Right] is lit to
indicate the current display position of the DME wipe a) 100% indicates the unchanged size state.
pattern.
Display indications when multiple channels are
2 In the <Position> group, press [Position], turning it on. selected at the same time
The parameter setting value display shows the settings
3 In the <Ch Select> group, select the target channels. of the lowest-numbered channel. When you adjust the
settings, this adjusts the settings on the other channels
For a pattern in 1-channel mode: Select [1st Ch]. by the same amount.
For a pattern in 2-channel mode: Select the
corresponding channels. You can select more than
one channel at the same time. Adjusting the DME wipe pattern cropping
(Crop)
4 In the <Position Select> group, press the button for the
move destination, turning it on. 1 Open the M/E-1 >DME Wipe >Modify menu (1165).

The DME wipe pattern displayed on the screen moves 2 In the <Ch Select> group, select the target channels.
to the position of the specified button.
For a pattern in 1-channel mode: Select [1st Ch].
For a pattern in 2-channel mode or 3-channel
Moving the DME wipe pattern to a relative mode: Select the corresponding channels. You
position can select more than one channel at the same time.
In 2-channel mode, there are also patterns that can move to For some patterns, the <Ch Select> group
a relative position. selection is fixed and requires no setting.

1 Open the M/E-1 >DME Wipe >Modify menu (1165). 3 In the <Crop Mode> group, press [Crop], turning it on.

2 In the <Ch Select> group, select multiple target 4 Set the following parameters.
channels.

3 In the <Position> group, press [Position], turning it on.

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No. Parameter Adjustment

1 H Crop the left and right of the image
2 V Crop the top and bottom of the
image
3 All Crop the top, bottom, left, and right
of the image

Parameter group [2/2]

No. Parameter Adjustment

Transition
1 Top Crop the top of the image
Crop
2 Left Crop the left of the image t: Transition execution
3 Right Crop the right of the image time
y: Change in transition
4 Bottom Crop the bottom of the image and cropping amount

Display indications when multiple channels are

selected at the same time
The parameter setting value display shows the settings
of the lowest-numbered channel. When you adjust the To set the timing of transition completion
settings, this adjusts the settings on the other channels When the execution mode for a DME wipe crop transition
by the same amount. is set to [Last 5%], you can select the timing of transition
completion from 70% ([Last 30%]), 95% ([Last 5%]), and
To crop to 4:3 aspect ratio in 16:9 mode 100% ([Off]).
In the <Crop Mode> group, press [4:3 Crop].
To set the action when a DME wipe crop 1 Open the M/E-1 >DME Wipe >Modify menu (1165).
transition is executed
2 In the <Crop Mode> group, press [Remove From
1 Open the M/E-1 >DME Wipe >Modify menu (1165). Begin].
The Remove From Begin menu (1165.1) appears.
2 In the <Ch Select> group, select the target channels.
For a pattern in 1-channel mode: Select [1st Ch]. 3 In the <Release Transition> group, select the timing of
For a pattern in 2-channel mode or 3-channel transition completion.
mode: Select the corresponding channels. You Last 30%: The transition completes at the end of 70%
can select more than one channel at the same time. of the transition execution time. The transition has
a dead zone from 70% to 95% of the transition
3 In the <Crop Mode> group, press [Crop], turning it on. time.
Last 5%: The transition completes at the end of 95%
4 In the <Crop Mode> group, press [Remove From of the transition execution time. When the
Begin]. transition completes, the cropping is removed
The Remove From Begin menu (1165.1) appears. during the last 5% (enlarges).
Off: The transition completes at the end of the
5 In the <Crop Transition> group, select the execution transition execution time. During the last 5% of
mode for the DME wipe crop transition. the transition, the transition and cropping removal
proceed together.
Cut: Cut mode. The cropping does not change during
the transition, but at the end point of the transition
the cropping is removed (enlarges).
Last 5%: The cropping is maintained for the first 95%
of the transition, and is progressively removed
during the last 5% of the transition (enlarges).
Linear: The cropping is removed linearly from the
start of the transition through the whole course of
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 Dead zone
Basic Independent Key
Transition DME Wipe
Setting Operations
You carry out independent key transition DME wipe
setting operations using the DME Wipe Adjust menu for
each keyer.
Transition
Crop For details about independent key transitions, see
t: Transition execution time
“Independent Key Transitions” (page 97).
y: Change in transition and
cropping amount This section describes operations of key 1 on the M/E-1
bank (M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust
menu) as an example.

Selecting an Independent Key

DME Wipe Modify Clear Transition Wipe Pattern
Press [Default Recall] at the lower left of the menu display,
turning it on, then press the VF6 button ([DME Wipe]) to
1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition menu (1116), press
[DME Wipe Adjust].
return the DME wipe settings to their initial status.
The DME Wipe Adjust menu (1116.3) appears.
For details about initial status, see “Power-On (Startup)
State Selection” (page 413). 2 In the <Pattern Select> group, press [1ch] for 1-
channel mode or [2ch] for 2-channel mode.
The 1ch Pattern Select menu (1116.4) or 2ch Pattern
Select menu (1116.5) appears.

3 Press the button for the desired DME wipe pattern

group to select it.
The patterns from the selected pattern group appear on
the screen.
If executing a DME wipe using a resizer
Select [Resizer Slide], [Resizer Squeeze], or [Resizer
Frame I/O] in the DME wipe pattern group.

4 Press the desired pattern to select it.

Setting Independent Key Transition

DME Wipe Modifiers
You can add modifiers, such as pattern position and size,
to an independent key transition DME wipe.

For an overview of modifiers and supported pattern

numbers, see “DME Wipe Pattern Variation and
Modifiers” (page 154).

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Specifying the DME wipe direction To return the pattern position to the center of the
(Direction) screen
In the <Position> group, press [Center].
In the <Direction> group of the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition
>DME Wipe Adjust menu (1116.3), select one of the
following. Setting the DME wipe pattern size (Size)
Normal: Wipe in normal direction.
Normal/Reverse: Wipe in the normal and reverse 1 In the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust
direction alternately for each transition. menu (1116.3), press [Size], turning it on.
Reverse: Wipe in the opposite direction to normal.
2 Set the following parameter.
Modifying a DME wipe pattern edge (Edge)
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 In the <Edge> group of the M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition 1 Size Effect size a)
>DME Wipe Adjust menu (1116.3), select one of the
following. a) 100% indicates the unchanged size state.

Border: Border
Soft Border: Soft border
Adjusting the DME wipe pattern cropping
(Crop)
2 Set the following parameters.
1 In the <Crop Mode> group of the M/E-1 >Key1
When [Border] is selected >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust menu (1116.3), press
[Crop], turning it on.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Width Border width 2 Set the following parameters.
2 Luminance Luminance of border color
3 Saturation Saturation Parameter group [1/2]

4 Hue Hue No. Parameter Adjustment

1 H Crop the left and right of the image
When [Soft Border] is selected
2 V Crop the top and bottom of the
No. Parameter Adjustment image
1 Width Border width 3 All Crop the top, bottom, left, and right
of the image
2 Inner Soft Degree of softness inside the
border
Parameter group [2/2]
3 Luminance Luminance of border color
No. Parameter Adjustment
4 Saturation Saturation
1 Top Crop the top of the image
5 Hue Hue
2 Left Crop the left of the image

Setting the DME wipe pattern position 3 Right Crop the right of the image
(Positioner) 4 Bottom Crop the bottom of the image

To crop to 4:3 in 16:9 mode

1 In the <Position> group of the M/E-1 >Key1
In the <Crop Mode> group, press [4:3 Crop].
>Transition >DME Wipe Adjust menu (1116.3), press
[Position], turning it on. To set the action when a DME wipe crop
transition is executed
2 Set the following parameters.
1 In the <Crop Mode> group of the M/E-1 >Key1
No. Parameter Adjustment >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust menu (1116.3), press
[Crop], turning it on.
1 H Horizontal position
2 V Vertical position 2 In the <Crop Mode> group, press [Remove From
Begin].
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 For subsequent operations, go to step 5 in “To set the
action when a DME wipe crop transition is executed”
(page 159).
DME Wipe Snapshots
To set the timing of transition completion
You can save a snapshot of a DME wipe pattern together
1 In the <Crop Mode> group of the M/E-1 >Key1 with all modifier and pattern limit settings in a dedicated
>Transition >DME Wipe Adjust menu (1116.3), press register for recall when required.
[Crop], turning it on. There are ten DME wipe snapshot registers on each
switcher bank.
2 In the <Crop Mode> group, press [Remove From Use the Flexi Pad control block in each switcher bank or
Begin]. the menu to save and recall DME wipe snapshots.

The Remove From Begin menu (1116.7) appears.

For subsequent operations, go to step 3 in “To set the
timing of transition completion” (page 159).
DME Wipe Snapshot Operations
(Flexi Pad Control Block)
Pressing the [DME WIPE] button in the Flexi Pad control
block switches the memory recall section to DME wipe
snapshot operation mode for saving, recalling, and
deleting DME wipe snapshots.
DME wipe snapshot operations are the same as wipe
snapshot operations. However, a 4-digit pattern number is
entered to select DME wipe patterns.

For details about the method of operation, see “Wipe

Snapshot Operations (Flexi Pad Control Block)”
(page 149).

DME Wipe Snapshot Operations

(Menu)
You can save, recall, and delete DME wipe snapshots in
the DME Wipe >DME Wipe Snapshot menu on each
switcher bank.
DME wipe snapshot operations are the same as wipe
snapshot operations. However, a 4-digit pattern number is
entered to select DME wipe patterns.

For details about the method of operation, see “Wipe

Snapshot Operations (Menu)” (page 150).

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 Channel Transition mode Effect group
Creating User 1-channel Single transition mode Slide, Split, Door,
Programmable DME mode Page turn, Roll,
Squeeze, Mirror,
Patterns Sphere, Character
Trail, Wave, Ripple,
2D Trans, 3D Trans,
Sparkle, Split Slide
With a user programmable DME, you can use DME effects Flip Tumble Flip Tumble, Mosaic,
created through the use of keyframes for a transition on the Defocus
switcher. Frame in-out Frame in-out
Note the following points when creating a keyframe effect a)
Frame in-out H Frame in-out
for use as a user programmable DME pattern.
Frame in-out V Frame in-out
Picture-in-picture b) Picture-in-picture
Register numbers and pattern numbers c)
Compress Picture-in-picture
When saving a keyframe effect as a user programmable
DME, specify the register number corresponding to the 2-channel Dual transition mode Slide, Squeeze, 3D
mode Trans
pattern number.
2-channel frame in-out Frame in-out
Execution mode Register number Pattern number 2-channel picture-in- Picture-in-picture
1-channel mode 101 to 199 1901 to 1999 picture
2-channel mode 201 to 299 2901 to 2999 a) Transition according to DME wipe patterns 1202, 1203, or 1204
3-channel mode 301 to 399 3901 to 3999 b) Transition according to DME wipe pattern 1201
c) Transition according to DME wipe pattern 1251

For details about registers, see “Registers” (page 313).

For details, see “Overview” (page 151).

Note
Note
When the signal format is 1080P, 3-channel mode cannot
For the following group of effects available in 2-channel
be used.
mode, user programmable DME wipe patterns cannot be
created.
Global channel keyframe effects Page turn, Roll, Brick
If an effect with the same number as the reference channel
is present on the DME global channel, executing the user Notes on creating keyframe effects
programmable DME will also execute the effect on the
When creating a keyframe effect to be used as a user
global channel simultaneously.
programmable DME pattern, note the following,
When executing a user programmable DME, take note of
depending on the transition mode used.
whether the effect is present on the global channel.
Notes on single transition mode (1-channel
mode)
User Programmable DME Transition • Either create the first keyframe image outside the screen
area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be seen
Mode within the screen.
To create a user programmable DME, it is necessary to set • Create the last keyframe to be a full-size image.
the transition mode (the way in which the effect moves). • In the <Transition Mode> group of the Key Frame
To set the transition mode, use the Key Frame >DME User >DME User PGM menu (6114), select [Single].
PGM menu (6114). Notes on flip tumble (1-channel mode)
• Create the first keyframe with the image at full size. In
For details about the method of operation, see “Transition the <Back> group of the DME >Input/Output >Video/
Mode Settings for User Programmable DME” (page 330). Key menu (4162), press [H Invert] or [V Invert], turning
it on, depending on the direction of the rotation you want
The following transition modes are available. during the transition.
• Create the last keyframe with the image inverted so the
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• In the <Transition Mode> group of the Key Frame • Either create the last keyframe image outside the screen
>DME User PGM menu (6114), select [Flip Tumble]. area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be seen
within the screen.
Notes on frame in-out (1-channel mode) • In the <Transition Mode> group of the Key Frame
Create a minimum of three keyframe points. >DME User PGM menu (6114), select [P In P].
• Either create the first keyframe image outside the screen
area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be seen Notes on compress (1-channel mode)
within the screen. Create a minimum of three keyframe points.
• Create the first transition to end such that the image can • Create the first keyframe with the image at full size.
be seen within the screen. At this point, press the • Create the first transition to end such that the image can
[PAUSE] button in the utility/shotbox control block, be seen within the screen. At this point, press the
turning it on, to set a pause for the keyframe. [PAUSE] button in the utility/shotbox control block,
• Either create the last keyframe image outside the screen turning it on, to set a pause for the keyframe.
area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be seen • Create the last keyframe to be a full-size image.
within the screen. • In the <Transition Mode> group of the Key Frame
• In the <Transition Mode> group of the Key Frame >DME User PGM menu (6114), select [Compress].
>DME User PGM menu (6114), select [Frame I/O].
Notes on dual transition mode (2-channel mode)
Notes on Frame in-out H (1-channel mode) • Create the first keyframe for each channel as follows.
Create a minimum of three keyframe points. - Channel 1: Create the image full-size.
• Either create the first keyframe image outside the screen - Channel 2: Either create the image outside the screen
area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be seen area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be
within the screen. seen within the screen.
• As the state after completion of the first transition, move • Create the last keyframe for each channel as follows.
the image horizontally to make it visible within the - Channel 1: Either create the image outside the screen
screen. At this point, press the [PAUSE] button in the area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be
utility/shotbox control block, turning it on, to set a pause seen within the screen.
for the keyframe. - Channel 2: Create the image full-size.
• For the last keyframe move the image horizontally to • In the <Transition Mode> group of the Key Frame
place it outside the screen area or set the image size to >DME User PGM menu (6114), select [Dual].
zero, so that the image is not visible within the screen.
• In the <Transition Mode> group of the Key Frame Notes on frame in-out (2-channel mode)
>DME User PGM menu (6114), select [Frame I/O H]. Create a minimum of three keyframe points.
• Create the first keyframe for each channel as follows.
Notes on frame in-out V (1-channel mode) - Channel 1: Either create the image outside the screen
Create a minimum of three keyframe points. area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be
• Either create the first keyframe image outside the screen seen within the screen.
area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be seen - Channel 2: Either create the image outside the screen
within the screen. area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be
• As the state after completion of the first transition, move seen within the screen.
the image vertically to make it visible within the screen. • Create the first transition to end such that the image can
At this point, press the [PAUSE] button in the utility/ be seen within the screen. At this point, press the
shotbox control block, turning it on, to set a pause for the [PAUSE] button in the utility/shotbox control block,
keyframe. turning it on, to set a pause for the keyframe.
• For the last keyframe move the image vertically to place • Create the last keyframe for each channel as follows.
it outside the screen area or set the image size to zero, so - Channel 1: Either create the image outside the screen
that the image is not visible within the screen. area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be
• In the <Transition Mode> group of the Key Frame seen within the screen.
>DME User PGM menu (6114), select [Frame I/O V]. - Channel 2: Either create the image outside the screen
area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be
Notes on picture-in-picture (1-channel mode) seen within the screen.
Create a minimum of three keyframe points. • In the <Transition Mode> group of the Key Frame
• Either create the first keyframe image outside the screen >DME User PGM menu (6114), select [Frame I/O].
area, or set the image size to zero so that it cannot be seen
within the screen. Notes on picture-in-picture (2-channel mode)
• Create the first transition to end such that the image can Create a minimum of three keyframe points.
be seen within the screen. At this point, press the • Create the first keyframe for each channel as follows.
[PAUSE] button in the utility/shotbox control block, - Channel 1: Create the image full-size.
turning it on, to set a pause for the keyframe.

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 - Channel 2: Since the priority is low, it will not be
visible on the screen, so no particular restrictions
apply.
In the Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Combiner Priority
menu (4211), set the channel 1 priority higher when
setting the priority of channel 1 and channel 2.
• In the intermediate part of the transition, create the two
images so that both are visible within the screen. In the
Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Combiner Priority menu
(4211), set the channel 1 priority higher when setting the
priority of channel 2 and channel 2.
It is recommended to make the priority settings at a
keyframe point at which the two images are not
overlapping.
• During the course of a transition, there is a dead zone
corresponding to the intermediate point of the whole
effect (see following figure), during which the image
does not change. Therefore, it is necessary to create the
effect so that the image in the intermediate part of the
transition is the keyframe for the mid-point of the whole
effect. The range of the dead zone corresponds to the
center one-third of the range of the transition indicator.
This also applies to an auto transition.

Keyframe effect

Last keyframe First keyframe

Mid-point of effect

Change in image through transition

Image at point C
appears

Image at point B
appears (dead
zone)

Image at point A
appears

Transition indicator
Fader lever

• Create the last keyframe for each channel as follows.

- Channel 1: Since the priority is low, it will not be
visible on the screen, so no particular restrictions
apply.
- Channel 2: Create the image full-size.
• In the <Transition Mode> group of the Key Frame
>DME User PGM menu (6114), select [P In P].

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 Frame Memory

SD system
Chapter 7
Overview Video format Storage capacity
Without With ancillary
ancillary data data
Frame memory is a function whereby a frame of input
video can be frozen and written to memory, for further use 480i/59.94 Approx. 5600 Approx. 4700
frames frames
as material for editing.
You can also play recorded frame memory clips (movies). 576i/50 Approx. 4800 Approx. 3900
frames frames

Image storage capacity Types of Image Data

The frame memory board has two blocks of memory, and The following types of image are handled in frame
the following table shows the maximum number of images memory.
that can be written to each block. Freeze image: An input image that has been frozen
One of the two memory blocks is used as the destination (before saving to memory).
for storing frame memory clips. Still image: A freeze frame that has been saved to memory
as a file. Each file (still file) holds just one still image.
HD system Frame memory clip: A clip consists of a sequence of still
images. The images appear as a movie on playback.
Video format Storage capacity
This sequence is also referred to simply as a “clip.”
Without With ancillary The files (still files) constituting clips are referred to as
ancillary data data
a “clip file.”
1080i/50 Approx. 1000 Approx. 700 When the above distinctions are not being made, an image
frames frames is referred to as just an “image.”
1080i/59.94 Approx. 800
frames About extended clips
1080PsF/23.98 Approx. 600 Of the two memory blocks for saving a clip, a clip saved in
frames the memory block not used for storing still images is called
1080PsF/24
an “extended clip.”
1080PsF/25 Approx. 700 However, when the signal format is 1080P, since both still
frames images and clips are saved in both memory blocks, there
1080PsF/29.97 Approx. 800 are no extended clips.
frames
1080P/50 Approx. 2000 –
frames Frame memory output
1080P/59.94 –
There are eight frame memory channels, FM1 to FM8, and
720P/50 Approx. 2300 Approx. 1400 each channel independently allows a freeze image to be
frames frames
saved or recalled.
720P/59.94 Approx. 1700 By allocating FM1 to FM8 to cross-point buttons you can
frames
use the still image output or clip output from each channel
as input material.

Note
When the signal format is 1080P, only the four options of
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Correspondence between input and output Such a group is called a “frame memory folder.” Folders
There are two buses for capturing frame memory material: can be added or deleted. Folders can be given a name of up
frame memory source bus 1 and frame memory source bus to 8 characters.
2.
These input buses are used by assigning them to one of the Notes
FM1&2, FM3&4, FM5&6, or FM7&8 output pairs. You • When the system is powered off, the folder names are
can freeze a frame on each separately, or freeze in both deleted. You should save the folder names on media.
simultaneously. • The following names cannot be used for folders.
The source buses assigned to FM1 to FM8 are as follows. Flash1, Flash2
Input bus Frame memory Frame memory
CON, PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL
source 1 bus source 2 bus COM0, COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5, COM6,
COM7, COM8, COM9
Outputs FM1 FM2
LPT0, LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, LPT4, LPT5, LPT6, LPT7,
FM3 FM4 LPT8, LPT9
FM5 FM6 A folder named “Default” is provided, and this folder
FM7 FM8 cannot be renamed or deleted.
• Still images and clips in different frame memory folders
cannot have the same name.
Pair mode
By enabling the pair mode, you can link FM1 with FM2,
FM3 with FM4, FM5 with FM6, and FM7 with FM8. For
example, when a freeze or image processing is carried out
on FM1, the same operation is carried out on FM2.
When a pair of images are captured in pair mode, the
image frozen in FM1 (3, 5, or 7) is referred to as the main
file and the other frozen in FM2 (4, 6, or 8) is referred to
as the sub file.

Pair files and single files

A file that can be recalled in pair mode is termed a “pair
file.” A pair file can be created by setting pair mode and
capturing an image, or by using the coupling function (see
page 183) to combine two single files.
A file other than a pair file is termed a “single file.” A
single file can be created by switching off pair mode and
capturing an image, or by using the separation function
(see page 183) to split a pair file.

Operation modes
The frame memory has the following operation mode.
V/K mode: When pair mode is active, the key signal is
automatically selected on the frame memory source 2
bus. This is convenient for handling the video and key
signals together in frame memory. For example, when
you select a video signal on the frame memory source
1 bus, the key signal assigned to it is automatically
selected on the frame memory source 2 bus. You can
also use the signal automatically selected on the frame
memory source 2 bus as a key signal when processing
keyframe memory 1.

Frame memory folder

Still images and clips can be managed by division into a
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 frame memory operations may not be executed correctly.
Still Image File Carry out frame memory operations after stopping clip
playback.
Operations
Preparations
To create and save a still image file, the following
functions are available.
• Capturing and saving an input image (Store) (see Assigning the frame memory outputs (FM1
page 171) to FM8) to cross-point buttons
• Recalling still images (Recall) (see page 172) To output a frame memory image to a monitor, for
• Image output (see page 173) example, the output signal from the frame memory (FM1
• Continuously capturing still images (Record) (see to FM8) must be assigned to a cross-point button. The
page 174) assignment is configured in the Setup menu.
• Recalling a continuous sequence of still images
(Animation) (see page 175)
Note

Note When the signal format is 1080P, only the four options of
FM1 to FM4 can be used.
When a pair is assigned to the target selection buttons
during playback of a frame memory clip (see page 178),

Frame Memory Menu Layout

The following are the main parts of the menu screen. The frame memory selection area display is the same for
all menus, excluding the File (excluding Pair
Recombination), Folder, and External Device menus.

b Auto store status indicator

c Storage capacity indicator

a Target selection buttons d Pair selection buttons

f Frame memory
folder selection
area

Frame memory
selection area g Pair button

h Find button
e File selection
area
i Direct Recall
button

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a Target selection buttons The lower figure shows the remaining number of frames
that can be used as an extended clip.
Ancillary data indicator
Extended clip indicator
Note

Status indicator When the signal format is 1080P, each time a still image is
saved the remaining space is reduced by two frames.

d Pair selection buttons

Select the pair to be displayed in the target selection
buttons.
In the following figure, the FM1 and FM2 pair is selected.

Status indicator
Reposition/lock indicator
The border color shows the status as follows.
Blue: Selected as the reference
Orange: Selected, but not the reference
Black: Not selected

Still/duration indicator

Press one of these to select which of the selected outputs The border color shows the status as follows.
Blue: Selected as the reference
(FM1 and FM2 in the above figure) the operation applies Orange: Selected, but not the reference
to. Black: Not selected
The following information appears on the button.
Status indicator The following information appears on the button.
File name (e.g. image001) and thumbnail: When a file is Status indicator
output For a pair, the status is displayed on the reference side.
Black: When a black signal is output Thumbnail: When a file is output
Through: When the input image is output Black: When a black signal is output
Freeze: When a freeze is output Through: When the input image is output
Record: When continuously capturing images (recording) Freeze: When a freeze is output
Still/duration indicator Record: When continuously capturing images (recording)
When a still image is selected, “Still” is shown. When a
clip is selected, a duration indication (such as “00:00:10”) e File selection area
is shown. You can select from the displayed still image files or clip
files.
Reposition/lock indicator
This shows “R” when the reposition function (see File information detail display
page 173) is enabled, and shows “L” when the lock
function (see page 174) is enabled.
Extended clip indicator
For an extended clip, “E” appears.
Clip with ancillary data indicator
For a clip with ancillary data, “A” appears.

b Auto store status indicator

This appears when the auto store function is enabled in the
Setup menu. Selected file

c Storage capacity indicator Thumbnail indications

This shows the remaining number of frames. When no Still image files and clip files: Still image file buttons are
more frames can be stored, in pair mode “1” or “0” appears gray, and clip file buttons are yellow.
in red, and in single mode “0” appears in red.

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Single files and pair files: Pair file buttons are displayed To select a signal with a key or DME effect applied
with no shadow. Single file buttons are displayed with on the frame memory source bus
a shadow. Press the [FM FEED] button in the key control block or
Selected file: Pale blue border. When more than one file is press [FM Feed] in the Processed Key/Resizer menu (see
selected, only the first is pale blue, and the remainders page 122).
are orange. If a pair file is selected, each press switches This automatically assigns the key fill and key source
between the front and the rear (front thumbnail and signals being keyed by the currently selected keyer to the
rear thumbnail). frame memory source 1 bus and 2 bus.
When DME is selected on the keyer, the key fill and key
File information detail display source signals with DME effect applied are assigned.
For the selected file, this shows the file name, “P” for a pair
file, “E” for an extended clip, “A” for a clip with ancillary
data, and the duration.
Selecting Outputs and Target Frame
f Frame memory folder selection area Memory
Select the frame memory folder to be displayed.

g Pair button Selecting outputs (FM) and target frame

Press this button, turning it on, to enable pair mode. memory
This section describes operation when selecting FM1&2 as
h Find button an example.
Pressing this button displays a popup window, in which
you can enter a file name to carry out a search. 1 In the Frame Memory menu, press one of the VF1 to
VF4 buttons, and select the required menu using the
i Direct Recall button HF buttons.
Press this button, turning it on, to enable direct recall mode
(pressing the thumbnail immediately recalls the file). The current status of frame memory appears.

2 From the pair selection buttons, press the buttons

Selecting an Input Image corresponding to FM1 and FM2.
This assigns the signals to FM1 and FM2.
For the input image to frame memory, you can use either The FM1 and FM2 output status appears on the target
the signal selected on one of the two frame memory source selection buttons (see page 169).
buses or a dedicated color matte signal.
When using the signal on frame memory source 1 bus or 2 3 To set pair mode, press [Pair], turning it on.
bus for the input image, select the signal using the
following procedure. When [Pair] is lit: Operate on FM1 and FM2 as a pair
(pair mode).
Selecting frame memory source bus signal When [Pair] is not lit: Operate on FM1 and FM2
individually.
This section describes selecting the signal on the frame
memory source 1 bus as an example. For details, see “Pair mode” (page 167).

1 On the AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation Note

mode), press the [FMS 1] button on the 1st row (or 2nd [Pair] cannot be operated in the Frame Memory >File
row) to assign the frame memory source 1 bus to the >Pair Recombination menu (2541).
cross-point button row.
4 Press the [FM1] or [FM2] target selection button to
Note select the target FM.
You can assign a frame memory source bus delegation When [Pair] is lit: Whenever FM1 or FM2 is pressed,
button to the 1st row of the cross-point control block in the pair are selected.
key/AUX bus delegation mode in the Setup menu (see When [Pair] is not lit: Select either FM1 or FM2 as
page 448). the target.
2 Select the signal to be used for the input image using
the cross-point buttons.

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 Note
The signals on the frame memory source 1 bus and 2
bus are assigned to the pair of FMs selected in step 2,
When [Pair] is not lit, you can select both FM1 and then freeze becomes executable.
FM2 in the Frame Memory >Clip >Play menu (2522).
6 If necessary, make the video process settings (see
Selecting a frame memory folder page 172) and mask settings (see page 172) for the
selected signal.
Press a button for the target folder in the frame memory
folder selection area (see page 170). 7 Select one of the following in the <Freeze> group to
By pressing [More] to switch the display, you can select write the freeze image to temporary memory.
from a maximum of 12 folders.
Thumbnails of the files within the selected folder appear. Frame: Execute a frame freeze.
Field: Execute a field freeze.
Off: Release the freeze, and delete the recorded freeze
Capturing and Saving an Input image.

Image (Store) To return to the prior freeze image state after

executing a freeze
You can use the signal selected on the frame memory In the <Freeze> group, press [Undo].
source bus as the input material for the frame memory.
You can use video processing (video levels or hue value Notes
adjustment), masking, etc., on this signal.
Assigning a frame memory source bus signal to one of • All freeze images written to temporary memory are lost
FM1 to FM8, then executing a freeze captures a still image when the system is powered off.
as the corresponding frame memory output image, and • If you change the frame memory to use as in step 2
saves it in temporary memory. before saving the freeze images written to temporary
For a freeze, an image can be captured either as a video memory, all the freeze images in temporary memory are
frame (a “frame freeze”) or a video field (“field freeze”). lost. However, if the auto store function is enabled in the
Setup menu, the freeze images written to temporary
memory are saved automatically when the frame
Note
memory selection is changed.
All freeze images written to temporary memory are lost • For the following signal formats, a field freeze is not
when the system is powered off. possible.
1080P/50, 1080P/59.94, 1080PsF/23.98, 1080PsF/24,
1080PsF/25, 1080PsF/29.97, 720P/50, 720P/59.94
Freezing an image and writing it to
memory
Saving a frozen image
To freeze the signal selected as input material and write it
to memory, use the following procedure. You can save an image stored in temporary memory using
the freeze function as a file in memory. You can save a
1 Open the Frame Memory >Still >Freeze/Store menu single image in a single file.
(2512). You can apply a name of up to eight characters to the file.

2 Select the desired frame memory (see page 170). Notes

• When the system is powered off, all the files saved in
3 To enable V/K mode, press [V/K Mode], turning it on.
memory are lost.
• When the signal format is 1080P, the file name is limited
4 Select the folder to hold the freeze image in the frame
to seven characters. Each time a still image is saved, the
memory folder selection area.
remaining space is reduced by two frames.
Note 1 In the Frame Memory >Still >Freeze/Store menu
The selected folder becomes the destination folder for (2512), press [Store].
writing the freeze image. It is not possible to change
the selection of the folder after step 5. 2 In the keyboard window, enter the file name.
An orange bar appears on the selection button for the
save destination folder. Note
The following names cannot be used.
5 Press [Freeze Enable], turning it on.

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 CON, PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL return the frame memory source 2 bus settings to their
COM0, COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5, default values if the previous adjustment values are
COM6, COM7, COM8, COM9 unchanged. When setting the video process for the
LPT0, LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, LPT4, LPT5, LPT6, LPT7, frame memory source 2 bus, disable pair mode.
LPT8, LPT9
To return the parameters to their default settings
3 Press [Enter]. In the <Video Process> group, press [Unity].

The still image file is saved in memory.

The save destination folder is the folder selected in
Setting a mask
step 4 in “Freezing an image and writing it to You can apply a mask to the signal selected on a frame
memory” (page 171). memory source bus.
If the entered folder name already exists, a message to
confirm overwriting appears. 1 In the Frame Memory >Still >Freeze/Store menu
When the system is powered off, files saved in (2512), press [Box Mask], turning it on.
memory are lost.
2 Set the following parameters.
To carry out a freeze and store simultaneously (Freeze
and Store) No. Parameter Adjustment
Press [Freeze & Store], turning it on, and press [Frame] or
1 Top Position of top side
[Field].
A still image file is saved at the same time as the freeze. 2 Left Position of left side
3 Right Position of right side
Setting the video process 4 Bottom Position of bottom side

You can set the video process for the signal selected on a 3 To link the masks on frame memory source 1 bus and
frame memory source bus. 2 bus, press [Mask Link], turning it on.

Note
When the input signal and AUX bus color corrector Recalling Still Images (Recall)
settings are enabled, the video process cannot be set.
You can recall an image file saved in memory, and assign
For details, see “Enabling the Input Signal and AUX Bus it to any of the FM1 to FM8 outputs.
Color Corrector” (page 467).
Recalling a still image
1 In the <Video Process> group of the Frame Memory
To recall a still image file saved in memory using the
>Still >Freeze/Store menu (2512), press [Video
thumbnails and assign it to an FM output, use the
Process], turning it on.
following procedure.
2 Set the following parameters.
1 Open the Frame Memory >Still >Recall menu (2511).

No. Parameter Adjustment When [Pair] is lit, only pair files (sets of main file and
sub file) are shown.
1 Video Gain Overall gain of video signal
When [Pair] is not lit, both single files and pair files are
2 Y Gain Luminance signal gain shown.
3 C Gain Chrominance signal gain
4 Hue Delay Hue delay
5 Black Level Luminance signal black level

Note

When a pair setting is enabled, it is coupled to the

video process enable/disable setting, but the parameter
settings are only valid for the frame memory source 1
bus. The pair setting cannot be used to set the frame
memory source 2 bus. When you want to set the video
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 2 Press [Find].

3 Enter the string you want to search for in the keyboard

Sub file window, and press [Enter].
Main file
This starts the search, and the indicator is lit.
When the search ends, the matching files are selected.
2 In the frame memory selection area, select the frame
4 To scroll through the selected files, press [< Prev] or
memory to be assigned (see page 170).
[Next >].
3 If [Direct Recall] is lit, press [Direct Recall], turning it
5 To close the Find window, press outside the Find
off.
window on the menu screen.
4 In the frame memory folder selection area, select the
desired folder.
Image Output
By pressing [More] to switch the display, you can
select from a maximum of 12 folders. There are two functions related to image output: the
Thumbnails of the files within the selected folder reposition function for moving the output image, and the
appear. lock function for fixing the output image.

5 Press the thumbnail of the still image you want to

Moving the output image (reposition
recall to select it.
function)
6 Press [Recall]. You can move the output image, with respect to the screen,
for up to two FM1 to FM8 frame memories (one from
This recalls the still image file, and assigns it to the FM FM1, FM3, FM5 and FM7 and the other from FM2, FM4,
you selected in step 2. FM6 and FM8). The area of the screen around the image
To recall in direct recall mode that has been moved is filled with black.
Direct recall is a mode in which pressing a thumbnail There are two ways to move an image using the reposition
immediately recalls the file. function.
In direct recall mode, only the front thumbnail file is Normal mode: Movement in the horizontal direction in
recalled. two-pixel increments.
Black and white mode: Movement in the horizontal
1 In step 6 in “Recalling a still image” (page 172), press direction in one-pixel increments, and for each pixel
[Direct Recall] instead of [Recall]. moved the color is inverted.

2 Press the thumbnail for the file you want to recall. Note

To display the sub file in front It is not possible to save an image moved with the
With direct recall mode enabled, press [Sub Display], reposition function directly to frame memory.
turning it on.
1 Open the Frame Memory >Reposition/Lock
To search by file name >Reposition menu (2531).

1 Press [Find]. In this menu, you can also enable V/K mode (see
page 167).
The Find window appears.
2 In the frame memory selection area, select the FM
output (see page 170).

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3 In the <Reposition> group, select the movement can also be specified in the menu before capturing
mode. images.
The first character string becomes the clip name when
Normal: Move in normal mode. consecutively captured images are treated as a frame
Black & White: Move in black & white mode. memory clip.
Second character string: A four-digit number (0000 or
4 Set the following parameters. greater). The number is incremented each time a still
image is captured.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Position H Movement in horizontal direction a) Note
a)
2 Position V Movement in vertical direction When using the record function to continuously capture
frames, the mask function cannot be used.
a) See page 143.

The surroundings of the moved image on the screen Continuously freezing images and writing
are filled with black. to memory
To return the image to the center position
In the <Reposition> group, press [Center]. 1 Open the Frame Memory >Still >Animation Record
menu (2514).

Fixing the output image selection (lock 2 Select the desired frame memory (see page 170).
function)
This mode fixes the currently output images as the outputs 3 To enable V/K mode, press [V/K Mode], turning it on.
of FM1 to FM8 When the lock is enabled, even if the
output is recalled in a snapshot or keyframe, the images 4 Select the folder to hold the freeze image in the frame
output to FM1 to FM8 are preserved. memory folder selection area.

Note Note

When the signal format is 1080P, the lock function cannot The selected folder becomes the destination folder for
be used. writing the freeze image. It is not possible to change
the selection of the folder after step 5.
1 Open the Frame Memory >Reposition/Lock >Lock An orange bar appears on the selection button for the
menu (2532). save destination folder.

2 In the frame memory selection area, select the FM 5 Press [Record Enable], turning it on.
output (see page 170). The signals on the frame memory source 1 bus and 2
bus are assigned to the pair of FMs selected in step 2,
3 Press [Lock], turning it on. then recording becomes executable.
This fixes the currently selected frame memory output
images. 6 Enter the file name as required.
To release the lock, press [Lock] again, turning it off. Press [File Name] to display the keyboard window and
you can enter the first character string (up to four
characters) of the file name.
Continuously Capturing Still Images
(Record) 7 Set the recording time as required.
Press [Duration] and enter the recording time
You can continuously capture (freeze) a sequence of input (duration) timecode in the keypad window.
video frames and store the sequence of the still images If you set the recording time to zero, all available
over a specified time interval. frame memories are used for recording.
The file name of each recorded image consists of the
following two character strings. 8 Set the video process for the selected signal as required
First character string: An assigned character string of up (see page 172).
to four characters that is common to all the still images
captured in one record operation. The character string 9 Press [Record] to start recording.

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 When the recording time is set, recording stops once When [Pair] is not lit, all single files and pair files are
the time has elapsed. shown.

10 Press [Stop] to stop recording. 2 In the frame memory selection area, select the frame
memory to be assigned (see page 170).
Even if the recording time is set, you can still stop
recording before the set time has elapsed. The effect is created in the user region assigned to the
selected frame memory.

Recalling a Continuous Sequence of 3 In the frame memory folder selection area, select the
desired folder.
Still Images (Animation)
By pressing [More] to switch the display, you can
You can use a continuous sequence of images captured select from a maximum of 12 folders.
with the record function to create an effect as keyframes, Thumbnails of the files within the selected folder
and executing this effect recalls the continuous sequence appear.
(animation).
4 Select the register number in the user region.
Note
The frame memory used for creating an effect must be No. Parameter Adjustment
assigned to a user region beforehand (see page 454). 5 Register Effect register number

Effect creation Note

In the Frame Memory menu, effect creation follows the
To search for an empty register in the user region, use
image file names. Files with matching file names
the numeric keypad control block.
(excluding the last three characters) are treated as an image
file group, and effects are created using the last three For details, see “Register selection in the numeric
(numeric) characters in sequence. keypad control block” (page 322).

Note 5 Select the thumbnail of the file group used for the
keyframe.
When creating an effect in pair mode (see page 167), only
main files and sub files with the same last three (numeric) 6 Check the effect operation in the thumbnail display as
characters in the file name are used. required.

Effect execution
No. Parameter Adjustment
To recall a continuous sequence of still images, create an
effect in the user region with the still image files as a 3 Viewer Current frame position
keyframe, and run the created effect.
7 Using the region selection buttons in the numeric
keypad control block, select one of the regions
Note (USER1 to USER8) to which the frame memory
When the signal format is 720P or 1080P format, recalling outputs have been assigned.
frame memory continuously is executed in 2-frame units
only. 8 Carry out one of the following operations.
• To clear the effect register selected in step 4, and
Creating an effect with still image files as a create a new effect, press [Create Key Frame].
keyframe • To add the effect to the end of the effect register
selected in step 4, press [Append Key Frame].
1 Open the Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
menu (2515). 9 Check the message, then press [OK].

A thumbnail appears for each group of files having The effect is created in the selected user region
matching file names, excluding the last three register.
characters. If there is an inappropriate condition when creating the
When [Pair] is lit, only pair files (sets of main file and effect, an error message appears.
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Messages” (page 565).
Frame Memory Clip
Notes Function
• The effect is built in increasing order of the last three
characters of the name of the files in the selected file
group. If you do not want to include some of these files Frame memory clips
in the effect, first delete or rename them. Movies can be read into frame memory, and recalled and
• A maximum of 99 keyframes can be included in a single played back. A movie held in frame memory is called a
effect. “frame memory clip.”
A frame memory clip can be named using up to four
characters (see page 174).
Recalling a sequence of still images
After creating an effect using the procedure in “Creating
an effect with still image files as a keyframe” (page 175), Ancillary data
you can execute other effects in the same way. In a frame memory clip, in addition to the video image,
you can also record and play back ancillary data which can
For details about the method of operation, see “Effect be used as embedded audio.
Execution” (page 336). To record ancillary data, the frame memory saving mode
must be set to “save with ancillary data” in the Setup menu.

For details, see “Registering a Frame Memory Clip with

Ancillary Data” (page 420).

Notes
• When saving with ancillary data is enabled, the saving
mode for still images also changes to “save with
ancillary data,” but when playing back a still image the
ancillary data is never played.
• When you change the saving mode, the frame memory is
initialized, and all existing recorded frame memory data
is lost.
• When the signal format is 1080P, ancillary data is not
supported.
Note on transferring ancillary data
Ancillary data is recorded when the frame memory saving
mode is set to “save with ancillary data.” It can be saved to
a local drive or an external storage device, such as a
removable drive, and then recalled. However, the ancillary
data can only be saved or recalled in the following
circumstances.
• When the frame memory saving mode is set to “save
with ancillary data.”
• When ancillary data is present in the saved or recalled
frame memory file.
• When the system signal format is the same as the signal
format in the file.
When the frame memory saving mode is set to “save with
ancillary data,” the following ancillary data status
information is added to a frame memory clip.
• Disable:
In this state, the ancillary data is not played. This is the
status when [Ancillary Enable] is not lit in the Frame
Memory >Clip >Ancillary Enable menu (2525).

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• Enable:
In this state, ancillary data is present, and can be played
back. This is the status when [Ancillary Enable] is lit in
Frame Memory Clip
the Frame Memory >Clip >Ancillary Enable menu
(2525). This is the status after a clip recording operation.
Operations
The status information is saved in a file, and the recalled
file is reproduced based on this information.
Note

Frame memory clip settings When a pair is assigned to the target selection buttons
during playback of a frame memory clip (see page 178),
For frame memory clips, you can make the following frame memory operations may not be executed correctly.
settings in the menu or device control block (trackball). Carry out frame memory operations after stopping clip
• Start point playback.
• Stop point
• Loop
The above settings can be saved in a snapshot register as
snapshot attributes, and then recalled. Preparations
The preparations for using a frame memory clip
(hereinafter, a “clip”) are the same as for a still image
operation.

For details, see “Preparations” (page 168) and

“Selecting Outputs and Target Frame Memory”
(page 170).

Recalling Clips (Recall)

Recalling a clip
You can recall a clip from frame memories 1 to 8.

1 Open the Frame Memory >Clip >Recall menu (2521).

When [Pair] is lit, only pair files (sets of main file and
sub file) are shown.
When [Pair] is not lit, both single files and pair files are
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Frame memory Pair selection buttons With direct recall mode enabled, press [Sub Display],
selection area turning it on.
Target selection Frame memory folder
selection area
To search by file name
buttons
Press [Find]. This searches in the same way as for still
picture files (see page 173).

Clip Playback
You can play a recalled clip from the menu or by using the
device control block (trackball).

Note
With a pair file recalled, it is possible to disable pair mode
and carry out a single file operation, but if you then re-
enable pair mode, the output of frame memory may be
black. In such cases it is necessary to recall the pair file
once more.
Clip file selection area Direct Recall button

Find button Playing a clip (menu)

1 Open the Frame Memory >Clip >Play menu (2522).

2 In the frame memory selection area, select the frame
memory to be assigned (see page 170). The status of the clip is displayed in the current target
selection button.
3 If [Direct Recall] is lit, press [Direct Recall], turning it
off.

4 In the frame memory folder selection area, select the

desired folder.
By pressing [More] to switch the display, you can
select from a maximum of 12 folders.

5 Press the thumbnail of the clip you want to recall.

6 Press [Recall].
The clip file is recalled the clip file, and is assigned to
the frame memory selected in step 2.
If a clip is selected when [Pair] is lit, the main file is
output to FM1, and the sub file to FM2. If either FM1
or FM2 is selected when [Pair] is not lit, the front Playback end point (yellow bar)
thumbnail file is output. Current position (red bar) Status buttons
These show the timecode
To recall in direct recall mode Playback start point values for the start point,
Direct recall is a mode in which pressing a thumbnail (pale blue bar) current position, and end
point.
immediately recalls the file.
In direct recall mode, only the front thumbnail file is
recalled. 2 With [Pair] not lit, press a target selection button to
select the target.
1 In step 6 in “Recalling a clip” (page 177), press
[Direct Recall] instead of [Recall]. 3 To set loop playback, press [Loop], turning it on.

2 Press the thumbnail for the file you want to recall. 4 Press [Play].

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 To stop during playback, press [Stop]. To stop playback, press the [STOP], [SHTL], [JOG],
[CUE], [REW], [FF], or [ALL STOP] button.
To cue up
Press [Cue]. For details about the buttons in the device control block
To play the image at the beginning of the clip (trackball), see “Device Control Block (Trackball)”
(Clip Begin) (page 46) and “Controlling the Tape/Disk Transport”
Press [Rewind]. (page 303).

To play the image at the end of the clip (Clip End) To specify the playback start point
Press [FF]. To make the current position the playback start point, press
the [START TC] button.
To specify the playback start point
To set the current position as the playback start point, press To specify the playback stop point
[Set] in the <Start TC> group. To set a different position, Start playback, and at the desired position press the
press the [Start] status button, and enter a timecode value [STOP] button to stop playback, then press the [STOP TC]
in the numeric keypad window. button.
To specify the playback stop point To apply a loop to a frame memory clip
Start playback, and at the desired position press [Stop] to Press the [FM LOOP] button.
stop playback, then press [Set] in the <Stop TC> group. To
set a different position, press the [Stop] status button, and To control variable speed playback
enter a timecode value in the numeric keypad window. Press any of the [SHTL], [JOG], and [VAR] buttons, then
turn the Z-ring. The image changes in the forward
To change the current position direction when you turn the Z-ring clockwise, and in the
Press the [Current] status button, and enter a timecode reverse direction when you turn it counterclockwise.
value in the numeric keypad window. When the [JOG] button is pressed: Playback is at a
speed corresponding to the turning speed of the Z-ring.
To delete the parts of a clip file other than the When the [SHTL] button is pressed: Playback is at a
playback part (trimming) speed corresponding to the angle of the Z-ring.
When the [VAR] button is pressed: Playback is at a
1 Set the playback start point and stop point. speed in the range –1 to +3 times normal speed
corresponding to the angle of the Z-ring.
2 Press [Trim].

3 Check the message, then press [Yes].

Clip Creation
Playing a clip (device control block) You record a movie as a clip.
To play a clip using the device control block (trackball),
the [FM1 CLIP] to [FM8 CLIP] buttons must be assigned Note
to the channel selection buttons beforehand in the Setup
If the number of frame memory clips exceeds 100 single
menu (see page 429).
files (50 pair files), an error appears.

Note
Recording a clip
A frame memory clip must first be recalled with a menu
operation. 1 Open the Frame Memory >Clip >Record menu (2523).
1 Press the [DEV] button.

2 Select the target frame memory clip (FM1 CLIP to

FM8 CLIP) using the channel selection buttons.
In pair mode, the channel selection buttons for main
and sub are lit.

3 Press the [PLAY] button.

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 2 Press [New].
Frame memory selection area Pair selection buttons
3 Enter the folder name using the keyboard window, and
press [Enter].
Target selection buttons Folder selection area

Renaming a folder

1 In the Frame Memory >Folder menu (2551), select a

folder.

2 Press [Rename].

3 Enter a new folder name using the keyboard window,

and press [Enter].

Note
The following names cannot be used.
Default, Flash1, Flash2
CON, PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL
COM0, COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5,
2 With [Pair] not lit, press a target selection button to COM6, COM7, COM8, COM9
select the target. LPT0, LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, LPT4, LPT5, LPT6, LPT7,
LPT8, LPT9
3 In the folder selection area, select the folder to save the
clip you want to record. Deleting a folder
4 In the <Record Enable> group, select the clip type. 1 In the Frame Memory >Folder menu (2551), select a
Clip: Normal clip folder.
Ext Clip: Extended clip To select all folders, press [All].
5 To set the clip name, press [Name]. 2 Press [Delete].
Enter the clip name using the keyboard window, and
press [Enter]. 3 Check the message, then press [Yes].

6 To start recording, press [Record Start]. Note

The folder named “Default” cannot be deleted.
7 To stop recording, press [Record Stop].
To set the clip duration
Clip Output
1 Press [Clip Duration].
You can use the reposition and lock functions in the same
2 Enter a timecode value or number of frames using the way as for still image operations.
keyboard window, and press [Enter].
For details about the method of operation, see “Image
Output” (page 173).
Creating and Managing Frame
Memory Folders Recording and Playback of Ancillary
You can create, rename, and delete frame memory folders. Data
Preparations
Creating a folder To record ancillary data, the frame memory saving mode
must be set to “save with ancillary data” in the Setup menu.
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For details, see “Registering a Frame Memory Clip with may occur at the playback start point and end point. For
Ancillary Data” (page 420). details about the devices that can be connected, consult
your Sony service or sales representative.
Recording ancillary data To enable ancillary data playback
To record ancillary data in a frame memory clip, use the
Frame Memory >Clip >Record menu (2523). 1 Open the Frame Memory >Clip >Ancillary Enable
menu (2525).
For details about the method of operation, see “Clip
Creation” (page 179). 2 Select the frame memory folder and file to be played
back.
To check ancillary data during recording
If the ancillary data to be recorded is embedded audio, you 3 Press [Ancillary Enable], turning it on.
can listen while recording by setting the signal output to
through mode beforehand.

For details about setting through mode, see “Setting

Vertical Blanking Interval Adjustment and Through
Mode” (page 462).

Note
Pressing [Freeze Enable], [Record Enable], or [Clip] and
[Ext Clip] in the <Record Enable> group may cause some
output noise. Also, selecting a frame memory source bus
signal with these settings enabled may cause some output
noise.

Playing ancillary data

You can play ancillary data recorded in a frame memory
clip using normal playback or by an auto transition of the
clip transition.
To play ancillary data, you must enable playback of
ancillary data beforehand.

For details about playback operations, see “Clip

Playback” (page 178).

Notes
• After recording a frame memory clip, the ancillary data
state is enabled for playback.
• To play back the clip, set the signal output to through
mode.
• When the reposition function is enabled, ancillary data
cannot be played back.
• Switching the reposition function from enable to disable
may cause some output noise.
• Only the AUX bus and edit preview bus can output
ancillary data.
• Carrying out file operations on a frame memory clip may
result in the ancillary data becoming discontinuous,
which may cause some output noise. However, if the
first or last frame of the clip is deleted, no noise is output.
• The audio sampling frequency is always 48 kHz.
• When you play back the recorded embedded audio,
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Clip Transition Background transition display area

Operations Clip transition display area

This plays back a frame memory clip (movie) linked to a

mix or wipe transition.
The following restrictions apply to the use of a clip
transition.
• Key frame capture is not possible.
• It is not possible to apply a pattern limit.
• Transitions executed in two strokes, such as a preset
color mix with the stroke mode set to [Normal], or a
DME wipe with a picture-in-picture pattern, will not
execute correctly.
• It is not possible to vary the transition rate of a clip
transition.
• Transition preview cannot be used.
• No instantaneous state of a clip transition can be saved Clip display area
as a snapshot.
• When recalling a snapshot that includes a clip transition
while executing another clip transition, the subsequent 3 Press [Clip].
transition does not operate properly. Recall the snapshot
after the transition completes. The Clip menu (1176.1) appears.
The status area displays a list of clips.
Note 4 Select the clip to use in the clip transition.
When a clip transition is selected as the transition type, the
wipe direction selection button in the transition control 5 Return to the Clip Transition menu (1176), and select
block that is lit indicates the direction of clip playback. the background transition type in the <BKGD
Transition Type> group.

Clip Transition Settings Note

To make detailed settings for the selected background
This section describes clip transitions using FM1&2 Clip transition, make adjustments in the M/E-1 >Misc
on the M/E-1 bank as an example. >Transition menu (1171).

Note 6 In the <Select> group, press [BKGD Transition].

To use a clip transition effectively, the image from the
frame memory clip image that is played back during the 7 Use either of the following methods to set the
clip transition must be reflected in the M/E-1 program background transition start point independently of the
image beforehand For example, the settings for inserting a clip playback timing.
key using frame memory output 1 and frame memory • Move the fader lever to the desired position, and
output 2. press [Start] in the <BKGD Transition Set Timing>
group.
1 In the <Transition Type> group of the M/E-1 >Misc • Set the number of frames using the [BKGD Trans
>Transition menu (1171), select [FM1&2 Clip]. Start] parameter (left edge of the reference axis is
frame 0).
2 Press [Clip Transition].
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 Position of frame 0 Reference axis Image Data Management
You can carry out the following operations on the files in
which images are saved.
• Pair file processing (see page 183)
• Moving files (see page 184)
• Deleting files (see page 184)
• Renaming files (see page 184)

8 Using either of the following methods, set the end Note

point of the background transition. When a pair is assigned to the target selection buttons
• Move the fader lever to the desired position, and during playback of a frame memory clip (see page 178),
press [Stop] in the <BKGD Transition Set Timing> frame memory operations may not be executed correctly.
group. Carry out frame memory operations after stopping clip
• Set the number of frames using the [BKGD Trans playback.
Stop] parameter.

9 If [Wipe] or [DME Wipe] is selected in the <BKGD Pair File Processing

Transition Type> group, select the background
transition direction in the <BKGD Transition You can create a pair file from two single files. And you
Direction> group. can split a pair file into two single files.
Couple: Creates a pair file from two single files
10 In the <Select> group, press [FM1&2 Clip]. Separate: Separates a pair file into two single files.

11 Using either of the following methods, set the start This section describes the operation using FM1 and FM2
point of the clip. as an example.
• Move the fader lever to the desired start point, and
press [Start] in the <Clip Transition Set Timing> Creating a pair file from two single files
group.
• Set the number of frames using the [Clip Start] Note
parameter (left edge of the reference axis is frame 0).
Carrying out the following operation automatically
enables pair mode.
Note
It is not possible to set the clip end point. 1 In the Frame Memory >Still >Recall menu (2511) or
Frame Memory >Clip >Recall menu (2521), recall the
12 In the <Clip Transition Direction> group, select the two single files you want to convert to a pair file into
playback direction of the clip. FM1 and FM2.
To reset the start point and end point 2 Open the Frame Memory >File >Pair Recombination
Press [Timing Reset]. menu (2541).
The background transition start point and end point, and
the clip start point are all reset. 3 Press [Couple].

Splitting a pair file into two single files

Note

Carrying out the following operation automatically

disables pair mode.

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1 In the Frame Memory >Still >Recall menu (2511) or
Frame Memory >Clip >Recall menu (2521), recall the Renaming Files
pair file to FM1 and FM2.
1 Open the Frame Memory >File >Rename menu
2 Open the Frame Memory >File >Pair Recombination (2546).
menu (2541).
In the status area, whether pair mode is enabled or
disabled, all of the saved files appear in thumbnail
3 Press [Separate].
view.

2 Select the file to be renamed.

Moving Files
3 Check the contents of the frame memory clip in the
1 Open the Frame Memory >File >Move menu (2544). thumbnail display as necessary
The status area shows files to be moved in the upper
area, and destination files in the lower area. No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Viewer • For a movie, the current frame
2 Select the source folder and file. position
• For a still image, no effect
3 Select the destination folder.
4 Press [Rename].
4 Press [Move].
5 Enter a new name using the keyboard window, and
press [Enter].
Deleting Files
Note

1 Open the Frame Memory >File >Delete menu (2545). The following names cannot be used.
CON, PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL
In the status area, whether pair mode is enabled or COM0, COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5,
disabled, all of the saved files appear in thumbnail COM6, COM7, COM8, COM9
view. LPT0, LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, LPT4, LPT5, LPT6, LPT7,
LPT8, LPT9
2 Select the folder which contains the file to be deleted.

3 Select the file to be deleted.

To select all files, press [All Select], turning it on.
When a clip thumbnail is selected, the still image files
making up the clip are also selected for deletion.

4 Check the contents of the frame memory clip in the

thumbnail display as necessary

No. Parameter Adjustment

3 Viewer • For a movie, the current frame
position
• For a still image, no effect

5 Press [Delete].

6 Check the message, then press [Yes].

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 shows the information for the reference region
Using an External HDD switcher.

4 Press [OK].
You can connect a HDD to the USB port of the switcher
processor to carry out the following operations.
Format: Format the HDD Formatting a HDD
Backup: Batch save files from frame memory to the HDD.
Restore: Restore frame memory from files saved on the When you connect a HDD for the first time, it is necessary
HDD. to format the HDD. Formatting partitions the disk, creating
Since image data saved in memory is lost when the system 15 partitions (FMHDD1 to FMHDD15).
is powered off, using an external HDD allows important
data to be saved. 1 Open the Frame Memory >External Device >Ext
HDD Format menu (2561).
Notes If in Dual Simul mode, select the target switcher (see
• Only one HDD can be connected to a single switcher page 185).
processor. To get the HDD information
• While the HDD is being accessed, frame memory Press [Refresh Status].
operations are not possible. This applies to all operations The contents of the connected HDDs appear in the
for frame memory, including frame memory recall by a “Device” field.
snapshot operation.
• When a pair is assigned to the target selection buttons 2 Press [Format].
during playback of a frame memory clip (see page 178),
frame memory operations may not be executed
Note
correctly.
Carry out frame memory operations after stopping clip Formatting erases any existing data saved on the HDD.
playback.
• When the signal format is 1080P, this function cannot be 3 Check the message, then press [Yes].
used.
Formatting of the HDD starts.
For details about the HDDs that can be connected, consult
your Sony service or sales representative. 4 Check the message, then press [OK].

Selecting the switcher

Saving Files
When the system is operating in Dual Simul mode, select
the target switcher from which to carry out formatting, file You can save all of the files from frame memory to the
saving, and file recall operations. external HDD.

For details about Dual Simul mode, see “Selecting the Note
Operation Mode” (page 407).
Before carrying out this operation for the first time, it is
1 Open the Frame Memory >External Device >Ext necessary to format the HDD (see page 185).
HDD Format menu (2561) or Frame Memory
>External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore menu 1 Open the Frame Memory >External Device >Ext
(2562). HDD Backup/Restore menu (2562).

2 In the region selection area (see page 60), press For each partition, a list of the directory names and
[SWR]. number of files appears.
If in Dual Simul mode, select the target switcher (see
3 In the popup window, select the target switcher page 185).
([SWR1] or [SWR2]). To get the HDD information
[SWR1] and [SWR2] can also be selected at the same Press [Refresh Status].
time. In this case, the first selected button turns on The contents of the connected HDDs and partition
green, and becomes the reference region. The menu information appear in the “Device” field.

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2 Select the HDD partition (FMHDD1 to FMHDD15). 3 Check the message, then press [Yes].

3 In the <Backup> group, select one of the following. The file recall operation starts.

Replace: Replace the existing data with the new data. 4 Check the message, then press [OK].
Append: Append the new data to the existing data.

Note
When you select and execute [Replace], all of the
saved files are erased immediately before saving new
data.

4 Check the message, then press [Yes].

The file saving operation starts. If there is no directory,
a directory is automatically created, and the files are
saved within it.

5 Check the message, then press [OK].

To rename a directory
Select a directory in the list and press [Rename].
Enter a new directory name using the keyboard window,
and press [Enter]. The name of a directory is limited to
eight characters.

Note
The following names cannot be used.
CON, PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL
COM0, COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5, COM6,
COM7, COM8, COM9
LPT0, LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, LPT4, LPT5, LPT6, LPT7,
LPT8, LPT9

Loading Files
You can restore all files saved on a HDD in one operation.

1 Carry out steps 1 and 2 of the procedure in “Saving

Files” (page 185).

Note
It is not possible to select a HDD partition (FMHDD1
to FMHDD15) in which no file is saved.

2 In the <Restore> group, select one of the following.

Replace: Replace the existing data with the recalled
data.
Append: Append the recalled data to the existing data.

Note
When you execute [Replace], any existing data in
frame memory is erased immediately before the
recalling operation.

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 6 Stop recording on the external device, then press
Managing Images using a [OK].

DDR/VTR 7 To save the file list in memory, press [File >File Name
Data].
The File >Frame Memory >File Name Data menu
High-speed Backup and Restoring (7153) appears.
The name of the file that is saved is fixed (FM_Bkup).
You can save all files currently held in frame memory as a For details, see “Saving a Frame Memory File List”
backup data set, by high-speed recording on video tape or (page 399).
other medium.
To restore the file and folder structure, it is necessary to
save the automatically generated file list (of file name, Restoring backup data from DDR or VTR
length of clip, and so on) in memory.
Note
Notes Before starting the restore operation, it is necessary to
• At the beginning of the backup data, a red or blue image select the DDR/VTR output on the FM input bus.
is automatically inserted when the data is created. Do not
delete this image, as it is required for restoring the data. 1 Open the Frame Memory >External Device >Restore
• When set to Dual Simul mode, this function cannot be from DDR/VTR menu (2565).
used.
2 Press [File >File Name Data] and read the file list in
the File >Frame Memory >File Name Data menu
High-speed recording of backup data to (7153).
DDR or VTR
For details, see “Saving a Frame Memory File List”
(page 399).
Note

Before starting the backup, it is necessary to select the 3 To restore with ancillary data, select FM1, FM3, or
target FM output to record on an AUX bus, for example, FM5.
and input the AUX output to the DDR/VTR.
4 In the <Restore Enable> group, select one of the
1 Open the Frame Memory >External Device >Backup following.
to DDR/VTR menu (2564).
Clip/Still: Data from the first board (still images and
2 To record with ancillary data, output the frame clips)
memory output signal on the AUX bus. Ext Clip: Data from the second board (extended clips)

3 In the <Backup Enable> group, select one of the 5 In the <Restore Type> group, select one of the
following. following.

Clip/Still: Data from the first board (still images and Replace: Replace the existing frame memory data
clips) with the restored data.
Ext Clip: Data from the second board (extended clips) Append: Append the restored data to the existing
frame memory data.
4 Press [Backup Start].
Note
When the backup preparation is completed, a
confirmation message appears. If you selected [Ext Clip] in step 4, [Append] is
selected automatically.
5 Start recording on the external device, and then
immediately press [Yes]. 6 Press [Restore Start].

The backup starts, and a message appears when the A confirmation message appears.
backup is completed.
7 Start playback on the external device manually, then
immediately press [Yes].

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 Note
Example 2: When a video signal clip is followed
by a key signal clip with the same number of
Make sure to include the red or blue image inserted at frames (pair file)
the beginning when the data was backed up. If this
image is not found, the clip or still image will not be V: Video
played back correctly. K: key
Red: Red marker frame a)
The restore operation starts, and a message appears Blue: Blue marker frame b)
when the restore is completed.

8 Stop the playback on the external device, then press

[OK].
Single video tape

Extracting Images from Video Tape Result of extraction:

The section surrounded by red marker frames is extracted
By recording a clip or a still image stored on video tape as as the main file, and the section surrounded by blue marker
a single clip (single file) under certain rules, you can frames is extracted as the sub file.
automatically extract an image from the clip, and save it as In the example above, one clip file (pair file) is extracted.
a separate frame memory file.
a) A red marker frame is a single color frame with the RGB signal levels set
to 100%, 0%, 0%, respectively.
Note b) A blue marker frame is a single color frame with the RGB signal levels set
to 0%, 0%, 100%, respectively.
When the signal format is 1080P or the mode is set to Dual
Simul mode, this function cannot be used. Notes

• For extraction as a pair file, the main file and sub file
Relationship between the state of files must have the same number of frames.
recorded on video tape and files after • For image extraction as an extended clip, [Ext Clip] must
extraction be selected in the <Record Enable> group of the Frame
Memory >Clip >Record menu (2523) when the VTR
The extraction is carried out according to the following video is recorded to a clip.
rules. • For image extraction as still images, [Clip] must be
Example 1: When only video signal clips and still selected in the <Record Enable> group of the Frame
images are recorded (single files) Memory >Clip >Record menu (2523) when the VTR
video is recorded to a clip.
V: Video
Red: Red marker frame a)
Extracting an image from video tape

1 In the Frame Memory >Clip >Record menu (2523),

record the image from the tape image as a clip (see
Single video tape page 179).

Result of extraction: 2 Open the Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction

Each section surrounded by red marker frames is extracted menu (2542).
as a clip (main file). If the red markers surround a single
frame, then it is extracted as a still image. 3 Select a clip (single file) recorded from the tape.
In the example above, two clip files (main files) and one
still image file are extracted. 4 Press [Extraction Start].

5 Check the message, then press [Yes].

Image extraction starts. The currently selected single
clip is analyzed, and a movie (Clip) or still image
(Still) is automatically extracted. When there is key
data, a pair file is created.

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To view details of images
Set the following parameters to check details.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 No File number
3 Viewer Timecode of selected image

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 Color Backgrounds, Copy
and Swap, and Other Settings

No.
Chapter

Parameter Adjustment
8
Color Backgrounds 3 Hue Hue

The dedicated generators generate color signals, and these

Making a color combination (color mix)
can be used as color backgrounds in video effects. To combine color 1 and color 2, use the following
procedure.
Color background selection
There are two color backgrounds, color background 1 and 1 In the <Matte> group of the Color Bkgd >Color Bkgd1
color background 2, which you use by assigning to cross- menu (2210), press [Mix Color], turning it on.
point buttons.
Color mix
2 Set the following parameters.
The color generators can output the result of combining
two colors, which are color 1 and color 2. No. Parameter Adjustment
Using a pattern from a dedicated pattern generator, color 1 1 Size Pattern size
and color 2 can be combined in the boundary region, forming
2 Soft Degree of softness of pattern edge
a color gradation. This is referred to as a “color mix.”
You can also apply modifiers to the selected pattern. 5 Pattern Pattern number a)
When the “color mix” function is not used, the result is a a) The patterns are the same as standard wipe patterns 1 to 24.
flat color, and color 1 is always output.
You can also make a pattern selection by pressing
You carry out color background settings in the Color Bkgd [Mix Pattern Select] in the Color Bkgd1 menu to
menu. display the Mix Ptn Select menu (2210.1).
This section describes setting color background 1 as an Press the desired pattern (1 to 24) to select it, and set
example. the [Size] and [Soft] parameters.

3 Select [Color 1] and [Color 2], respectively, and set the

Basic Color Background Setting colors.

Operations
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance
Making a single-color matte (flat color) 2 Saturation Saturation
If you are not using the “color mix” function to combine 3 Hue Hue
two colors, use the following procedure.
4 Set pattern modifiers, as required.
1 In the <Matte> group of the Color Bkgd >Color Bkgd1
menu (2210), press [Flat Color], turning it on. When selecting [Position] and setting the pattern
position
2 Set the following parameters.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Position H Horizontal position a)
No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Position V Vertical position a)
1 Luminance Luminance
2 Saturation Saturation a) See page 143.

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 When selecting [Multi] and replicating the pattern

No. Parameter Adjustment Copy and Swap

1 H Multi Number of repetitions of pattern
horizontally
2 V Multi Number of repetitions of pattern Overview
vertically
3 Invert Type Pattern layout a) You can copy or swap the settings between switcher banks
or between keyers.
a) See page 145. The following settings can be copied or swapped.
When selecting [Aspect] and adjusting the pattern • Settings for the M/E banks and PGM/PST bank
aspect ratio • Keyer settings
• Wipe settings
No. Parameter Adjustment • Independent key wipe settings
1 Aspect Aspect ratio a)
• DME wipe settings
• Independent key DME wipe settings
a) See page 144. • Matte color settings (color 1, color 2, and how to
compose them)
When selecting [Pairing] and making a wipe • Color settings
pattern like a Venetian blind • DME channel settings
No. Parameter Adjustment
• Format converter input settings (copy only)
• Format converter output settings (copy only)
1 Width Width You can also copy settings using simple button operations
When selecting [Angle] in the <Rotation> group (see page 193).
and slanting the pattern

No. Parameter Adjustment

M/E copy and M/E swap
1 Angle Rotation angle of pattern a) You can copy and swap all bank settings between the M/
E-1 and PGM/PST banks.
a) See page 144.
Target bank Target data
When selecting [Speed] in the <Rotation> group M/E-1 Bank settings, excluding the following
and rotating the pattern at a constant speed M/E-2 data items.
M/E-3 • Setup data
No. Parameter Adjustment M/E-4 • Wipe snapshots
1 Speed Rotation speed of pattern a) M/E-5 • DME wipe snapshots
PGM/PST • Snapshots
a) See page 144. • Keyframe effects
• Key snapshots
When selecting [H] (horizontal) or [V] (vertical) in • Key memory
the <Modulation> group and applying a wave to
the pattern Note
No. Parameter Adjustment If a DME is being used on the copy source M/E bank, then
1 Amplitude Amplitude of modulation if for example there are insufficient DME channels, it may
2 Frequency Frequency of modulation not be possible to select the DME.
There are no such restrictions on a swap.
3 Speed Speed of ripples a)

a) See page 146. Keyer copy and keyer swap

You can copy and swap the key settings between keyers.
Notes

• The modulation is always a sine wave. Target bank Target keyer Target data
• When the signal format is 1080PsF, modulation M/E-1 Key 1 to key 8 Key settings,
cannot be used. M/E-2 excluding the
M/E-3 following data items.
M/E-4 • Setup data
5 To interchange color 1 and color 2, press the [Color M/E-5 • Key snapshots
Invert] button, turning it on.
PGM/PST Downstream keys • Key memory
1 to 8

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 a) Excluding keys 5 to 8 on M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X.
Note

If a DME is being used on the copy source keyer, swap Matte data copy and swap
source keyer, or swap destination keyer, then if for
example there are insufficient DME channels, or the limit You can copy or swap matte data between color
on using DME channels within an M/E bank is exceeded, generators.
it may not be possible to select the DME. Target bank Target keyer and data
M/E-1 Key 1 to key 8 • Matte data for key
Wipe copy and wipe swap M/E-2 Downstream keys fill
M/E-3 1 to 8 • Matte data for key
You can copy and swap wipe settings between banks. M/E-4 edge fill
M/E-5
Target bank Target data PGM/PST Matte data for wipe border edge
M/E-1 Wipe settings. Color • Matte data for color background 1
M/E-2 However, It is not possible to copy or background • Matte data for color background 2
M/E-3 swap between independent key transition
M/E-4 wipes.
M/E-5 Color data copy and swap
PGM/PST
You can copy or swap color data between color generators.
Wipe copy and wipe swap for independent Target bank Target keyer and data
key transitions M/E-1 Key 1 to key 8 • Colors 1 and 2 for
You can copy and swap wipe settings between keyers. M/E-2 Downstream keys key fill
M/E-3 1 to 8 • Colors 1 and 2 for
M/E-4 key edge fill
Target bank Target keyer Target data
M/E-5 • Zabton color data
M/E-1 Key 1 to key 8 Wipe settings for PGM/PST
M/E-2 independent key Colors 1 and 2 for wipe border
M/E-3 transitions. Color data for preset color mix
M/E-4
M/E-5 Color • Colors 1 and 2 for color background 1
background • Colors 1 and 2 for color background 2
PGM/PST Downstream keys
1 to 8 Frame memory • FM1 color
• FM2 color
DME wipe copy and DME wipe swap DME ch1 to ch8 • Background
• Border
You can copy and swap DME wipe settings between • Sepia
banks. • Light
• Shade
Target bank Target data • Drop shadow a)
M/E-1 DME wipe settings. • Trail
M/E-2 However, it is not possible to copy or
M/E-3 swap between independent key transition a) Excluding DME ch4 and DME ch8.
M/E-4 DME wipes.
M/E-5
PGM/PST DME channel copy and swap
You can copy and swap the channel data between DME
DME wipe copy and DME wipe swap for channels 1 to 4 and between DME channels 5 to 8.
independent key transitions It is not possible to copy or swap channel data between
DME channels 1 to 4 and DME channels 5 to 8.
You can copy and swap DME wipe settings between
keyers.
Note
Target bank Target keyer Target data
On the MVS-8000X, when the signal format is 1080P, the
M/E-1 Key 1 to key 8 a) DME wipe settings combinations for a copy or swap are restricted as follows.
M/E-2 for independent key • Channels 1 and 2
M/E-3 transitions.
M/E-4 • Channels 3 and 4
M/E-5 • Channels 5 and 6
PGM/PST Downstream keys
• Channels 7 and 8
1 to 8

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On the MVS-7000X, when the signal format is 1080P, the 4 Press [Copy] to copy, or [Swap] to swap.
same restriction also applies if using the MVE-8000A.
There is no such restriction if using the MKS-7470X/ To undo a copy or swap
7471X. Press [Undo] to return to the state before the copy or swap
was carried out.

Copying format converter data

Coping using button operation
You can copy data between format converter inputs. You
can also copy format converter data between outputs. You can carry out the following copy using button
operations on the control panel.
Note Copy Using buttons
The copy source and destination data must be in the same M/E copy [SNAPSHOT] button on the Flexi Pad
signal format. control block
Keyer copy Copy source selection: [KEY1] to
[KEY8] delegation buttons on the key
control block
Basic Copy and Swap Operations Copy destination selection: [KEY1] to
[KEY8] key operation buttons on the
Flexi Pad control block
Copy/Swap menu Wipe copy [WIPE] button on the Flexi Pad control
Carry out copy/swap operations in the Copy/Swap menu. block
You can select the following targets in the Copy/Swap DME wipe copy [DME WIPE] button on the Flexi Pad
>Copy/Swap menu. However, the format converter is control block
selected in the Copy/Swap >Copy menu.
• M/E: Copying and swapping M/E data Basic button operation
• Key: Copying and swapping key data Press and hold the copy source button and press the copy
• Wipe: Copying and swapping wipe data destination button.
• DME Wipe: Copying and swapping DME wipe data You can undo the last operation using [Undo] in the Copy/
• Matte: Copying and swapping matte data Swap menu (see page 193).
• Color: Copying and swapping color data
Example: Copying key 1 on the M/E-1 bank to key
• DME: Copying and swapping data for each DME
2 on the M/E-2 bank
channel
• Format Converter: Copying format converter data
1 Press the [M/E1] button in the key control block,
assigning the M/E-1 bank.
For details about color corrector copy and swap, see
“Copy and Swap” (page 201).
2 Press the [KEY] button in the M/E-2 bank Flexi Pad
control block to switch to key operation mode.
Copying or swapping
This section describes copying or swapping wipe data as 3 Press and hold the [KEY1] button in the key control
an example. block and press the [KEY2] button in the Flexi Pad
control block.
1 Open the Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >Wipe menu
(3113).
The status area shows lists for the copy/swap source on
the left, and the copy/swap destination on the right.

2 In the <Data Select> group, select one of the

following.
Wipe: The operation applies to wipe settings.
Key Wipe: The operation applies to independent key
wipe settings.

3 Select data for the copy/swap source and copy/swap

destination

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 Setting DME override (DME forced select
Misc Menu mode)

1 Open the Misc >Enable >Port Enable menu (3211).

In the Misc menu, you can carry out the following
operations. 2 In the <DME Override> group, select the DME
• Enable or disable control from an external device. override mode.
• Enable or disable side flags on the background bus of
DME Override: When a switcher snapshot or effect
each bank.
using a DME is recalled, forcibly select the DME
For details about side flags, see “Side Flags”
that was used when saving.
(page 208).
On Air Protect: The operation is the same as the
• Enable or disable the safe title function for each switcher
DME override function, except that a DME being
output.
used by an M/E bank or P/P bank that is on air will
• Display the transition rate, independent key transition
not be forcibly selected.
rate, and fade-to-black transition rate for each bank, and
change the settings.
• Set the AUX mix transition rate. Note
If effects using the same DME channel are recalled
simultaneously in two or more regions, the DME is
Control Port Settings from an selected with the order of precedence PGM/PST >M/
E-1 >M/E-2 >M/E-3 >M/E-4 >M/E-5.
External Device

Enabling or disabling control from an Setting the Safe Title Area

external device

1 Open the Misc >Enable >Port Enable menu (3211). Enabling or disabling the safe title function

The settings of the following ports are displayed in the 1 Open the Misc >Safe Title menu (3221).
status area.
• Switcher REMOTE1 to REMOTE4 ports (RS- 2 Select the target signal.
422A, D-sub 9-pin)
• Switcher GPI port (parallel, 25-pin) Notes
• DME1/DME2 Editor ports (RS-422A, D-sub 9-pin)
• DME1/DME2 GPI ports (parallel, 25-pin) • It is not possible to change the setting for outputs for
which the safe title area is disabled in the Setup
menu.
Note
For details, see “Setting the Safe Title Area”
The DME3/DME4 settings are available only when (page 463).
the signal format is 1080P. • The safe title area cannot be attached to output
signals for which through mode is enabled in the
2 In the <Switcher> or <DME> group, press the button Setup menu.
for the port you want to disable, turning it off.
To enable, press the button again, turning it on.
3 Press [Safe Title] to enable/disable the function.
The safe title area switches to enabled (button is lit) or
Note disabled (button is not lit) each time the button is
pressed.
For AUX bus operation from the REMOTE1 to
REMOTE4 ports of the switcher, the setting (Enable,
Disable, Manual) in the Setup menu takes precedence.
The settings made in the Port Enable menu apply only Displaying a List of Transition Rates
when [Manual] is selected. and Changing the Settings
For details, see “Setting AUX Bus Control”
In the Misc >Transition >Key/ME/FTB menu (3231), you
(page 474).
can display a list of the M/E (or PGM/PST) transition rates
and independent key (or DSK) transition rates for each
bank, and change the settings.

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These settings are linked to the corresponding transition menu (7334), press [Key (On) K1-K4] or [Key (Off)
rate setting operations on each bank. K1-K4].
You can also display and set the fade-to-black transition
rate. 3 Set the transition rate.

Misc >Transition >Key/ME/FTB menu No. Parameter Adjustment

The display of the independent key transition rate in the 1 Key1 Trans Key 1 transition rate
Misc >Transition >Key/ME/FTB menu (3231) depends on Rate
the selection in the <Key Transition> group of the 2 Key2 Trans Key 2 transition rate
Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition menu (7334) on Rate
each bank. 3 Key3 Trans Key 3 transition rate
When [Same] (same setting for key insertion and key Rate
removal) is selected in the <Key Transition> group: 4 Key4 Trans Key 4 transition rate
Only “Key” appears. Rate
When [Independ] (independent settings for key
insertion and key removal) is selected in the <Key Setting the fade-to-black transition rate
Transition> group: “Key (On)” and “Key (Off)”
appear. 1 In the Misc >Transition >Key/ME/FTB menu (3231),
press [FTB].
For details, see “Selecting independent key transition
mode” (page 465). 2 Set the transition rate.

Setting the transition rate No. Parameter Adjustment

To set the M/E transition rate 1 Transition Transition rate

Rate
This section describes setting on the M/E-1 bank as an
example.

1 In the status area of the Misc >Transition >Key/ME/ Setting the AUX Mix Transition Rate
FTB menu (3231), select [M/E-1].
For details about AUX mix transitions, see “AUX Mix
2 In the <Transition Rate> group, press [Transition]. Transitions” (page 103).

3 Set the transition rate. 1 Open the Misc >Transition >Aux Mix menu (3232).

No. Parameter Adjustment

2 Select the AUX bus (odd-numbered bus) to set.
1 Transition Transition rate
Rate No. Parameter Adjustment
1 No AUX bus selection
Note

When a clip transition is selected as the transition type, it

3 Set the transition rate.
is not possible to change the transition rate in the Key/ME/
FTB menu. No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Transition Transition rate
To set the independent key transition rate Rate
This section describes setting key 1 to key 4 on the M/E-1
bank as an example.

1 In the status area of the Misc >Transition >Key/ME/

FTB menu (3231), select [M/E-1].

2 In the <Transition Rate> group, press [Key K1-K4].

When [Independ] is selected in the <Key Transition>
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Aux Menu Note
If the video process is enabled in the Setup menu, the color
You can configure the video process and color corrector corrector of the AUX bus cannot be used.
for an AUX bus in the Aux menu.
For details, see “Enabling the Input Signal and AUX Bus
Color Corrector” (page 467).
Setting the Video Process for an
AUX Bus 1 In the Aux >Aux Bus >CCR menu (2312), select the
target AUX bus.

Note Parameter group [2/2]

If the input signal and AUX bus color corrector is enabled No. Parameter Adjustment
in the Setup menu, the video process of the AUX bus
1 AUX Bus AUX bus selection
cannot be used.

For details, see “Enabling the Input Signal and AUX Bus
2 In the <CCR> group, press [CCR], turning it on.
Color Corrector” (page 467). The color correction function is enabled for the
selected AUX bus.
1 In the Aux >Aux Bus >Video Process menu (2311), Configure each function, as required.
select the target AUX bus.
To return color corrector settings to their default
Parameter group [2/2]
values
Press [Unity] in the <CCR> group, check the message,
No. Parameter Adjustment then press [Yes].
1 AUX Bus AUX bus selection a) The parameter settings for each function are restored to
their default values.
a) When AUX mix transitions are enabled, even-numbered buses
cannot be selected as the target.
Applying the video process effect
2 Press [Video Process], turning it on. In the <Video Process> group of the Aux >Aux Bus >CCR
menu (2312), press [Video Process], turning it on.
3 Set the following parameters.
For details about the video process, see “Output Video
No. Parameter Adjustment Process” (page 206).
1 Video Gain Video signal gain
2 Y Gain Luminance signal gain Applying primary color correction effects
3 C Gain Chrominance signal gain In the <Primary CCR> group of the Aux >Aux Bus >CCR
4 Hue Delay Hue delay menu (2312), press [Primary CCR], turning it on.
5 Black Level Black level
For details about primary color correction settings, see
To return the parameters to their default settings “Primary Color Correction” (page 202).
Press [Unity].
Applying RGB clip effects
In the <RGB Clip> group of the Aux >Aux Bus >CCR
Setting the Color Corrector for an menu (2312), press [RGB Clip], turning it on.
AUX Bus
For details about RGB clips, see “RGB Clips” (page 207).
You can set the following color corrector functions for an
AUX bus with color corrector enabled in the Engineering
Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR >Bus CCR/Input
CCR/Video Proc menu (7335.3).
• Video process
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Status Menu Router Menu
You can check the state of DME usage in the Status menu. You can carry out router switching operations in the
Router menu.
Displaying DME usage status
Open the Status >DME Status menu (3311).
Destination Input List Display
You can check the list of signals currently input for each
destination.
Open the Router >Router Control >Router Control menu
(5111).

DME usage status display

The usage status for each DME channel is displayed.

You can check the following status according to the The left side of the status area shows a list for destination
background color of the display. assignments.
Blue: The DME is currently being used in other than the Destination rows for which [Inhibit] is enabled in the
final program output. Engineering Setup >Panel >Aux Assign >RTR Mode
Red: The DME is currently being used in the final Setting menu (7323.1) appear as gray text. Also, if [PROT]
program output. (protect) is set to ON for a source, using a BKS-R3xxx or
R1xxx series Router remote control, a padlock icon
appears.
The right side of the status area shows a list of levels
assigned to the level selection buttons ([Level 1] to [Level
4] in the <Level Button No> group.

Selecting a level
In the <Level Button No> group of the Router >Router
Control >Router Control menu (5111), select a level.

Switching the Source for a

Destination
You can switch the input for each destination directly in
the menu.
You use the Engineering Setup >Panel >Aux Assign
>RTR Mode Setting menu (7323.1) to assign to
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For details, see “Setting the Router Operation Mode”
(page 434).
Video Process
1 In the Router >Router Control >Router Control menu
(5111), press [Change Xpt].
The Change Xpt menu (5111.1) appears.
Overview
The destination selection buttons appear by group (16 The “video process” is a function that adjusts the
buttons) at the top. luminance and hue of the input signal.
The source selection buttons appear by group There are two types of adjustment, depending on the
(maximum 24 buttons) at the bottom. application:
• Adjustment of an individual input signal
2 Select a destination to switch using the destination • Image effects on a particular bus
selection buttons.
To change the group Notes
Press the [1-16], [17-32], [33-48], or [49-64] button. • The two types of adjustment may be carried out
independently. However, since they are implemented by
3 Select a source using the source selection buttons. the same hardware, if the same signal is adjusted twice,
To change the group there may be limitations on the range of effects obtained.
Press the [1-24], [25-48], [49-72], [73-96], [97-120], • If the input signal and AUX bus color corrector is
or [121-128] button. enabled in the Setup menu, the video process cannot be
used.
For details, see “Enabling the Input Signal and AUX
Bus Color Corrector” (page 467).

Video process settings for input signals

For each signal input to the switcher, you can enable/
disable the video process and set the parameters (Video
Gain, Y Gain, C Gain, Hue Delay, and Black Level) in the
Setup menu.

For details about the method of operation, see “Setting the

Video Process” (page 456).

Video process settings for buses

Target bus
For each of the following buses, you can enable/disable the
video process and set the parameters (Video Gain, Y Gain,
C Gain, Hue Delay, and Black Level).
• Buses in the M/E-1 to M/E-5 and PGM/PST banks
- Key 1 fill bus to key 8 fill bus
- Background A bus and background B bus
- Utility 1 bus and utility 2 bus
• Frame memory source 1 bus and frame memory source
2 bus
• AUX1 bus to AUX48 bus
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Video process settings menus For details about the video process settings menus for
other buses, see “Video process settings menus”
Target bus Menu used for See (page 199).
operation page
M/E-1 to Key 1 to key 8 M/E-1 to M/E-5 page 122 This section describes setting the video process on the
M/E-5 key fill buses >Key1 to Key8 background A bus as an example.
banks >Video Process
menus
Background A M/E-1 to M/E-5 page 199 Setting the video process for a bus
and B buses >Misc >Video
Utility 1 and 2
Process menus 1 Open the M/E-1 >Misc >Video Process menu (1172).
buses
PGM/PST DSK1 to DSK8 PGM/PST >DSK1 page 122 2 In the <Bkgd-A> group, select [Video Process].
bank key fill buses to DSK8 >Video
Process menus 3 Set the following parameters.
Background A PGM/PST >Misc page 199
and B buses >Video Process
menu No. Parameter Adjustment
Utility 1 and 2
buses 1 Video Gain Video signal gain

Frame memory source 1 Frame Memory page 172 2 Y Gain Luminance signal gain
and 2 buses >Still >Freeze/ 3 C Gain Chrominance signal gain
Store menu
4 Hue Delay Hue delay
AUX1 to 48 buses Aux >Aux Bus page 196
>Video Process 5 Black Level Black level
menu
To return the parameters to their default settings
In the <Bkgd-A> group, press [Unity].
Video Process Memory
When using video process adjustments for an image effect
on a bus, this function saves the final values for each pair
number of the signals selected on the bus. The video
process enable/disable setting is not saved.
When you change the adjustments, the values are
automatically saved and these last values are recalled when
the pair number is selected.
In other words, by enabling video process memory,
regardless of the video process information for each bus,
you can carry out video process adjustments for each input
signal.
The parameters saved are as follows.
Video Gain, Y Gain, C Gain, Hue Delay, Black Level

You enable/disable the video process memory in the Setup

menu.

For details, see “Setting the Video Process Memory”

(page 467).

Setting the Video Process

The settings for the background A and B buses and for the
utility 1 and 2 buses are made in the Misc >Video Process
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Signal When color corrector output is When color
Overview format selected corrector
output is not
selected
3M/E system 4M/E to 6M/E 4M/E to 6M/E
The color corrector enables video signal color correction systems systems
(black balance/white balance adjustment, gamma
correction, knee correction, etc.). 720P Re-entry Re-entry Re-entry
signals that signals cannot signals that
cascade over be selected on cascade over
Notes two or more a key bus or the two or more
banks cannot utility 1 bus. banks cannot
• To use the color corrector, BZS-8420X (for MVS- be selected on (Restriction 1) be selected on
8000X) or BZS-7420X (for MVS-7000X) Color a key bus or the a key bus or the
Corrector Software is required. An install key must be utility 1 bus. utility 1 bus.
(Restriction 2) (Restriction 2)
entered to use the software.
For details about the install key, see “Configuring Example of restriction 2: If M/E-1 is selected on the M/
Settings to Use the Software” (page 416). E-2 background A bus (or background B bus, key bus,
• You can also enable the color corrector for each input utility 1 bus, or utility 2 bus), then M/E-2 cannot be
signal or AUX bus to set the video process, primary selected on the key bus or the utility 1 bus on M/E-3.
color correction, and RGB clip functions.
For details, see “Setting the Input Signal Color
Corrector” (page 457) and “Setting the Color Color corrector input bus
Corrector for an AUX Bus” (page 196). There are two inputs for the bus for capturing material for
the color corrector: the color corrector 1 bus (CCR1) and
color corrector 2 bus (CCR2).
Restrictions on color corrector and M/E
combinations The CCR1 and CCR2 delegation buttons are assigned to
the delegation button row in the AUX bus control block
Signal When color corrector output is When color (AUX bus operation mode).
format selected corrector
output is not You can assign CCR1 and CCR2 delegation buttons to the
selected 1st row of the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus
delegation mode in the Setup menu (see page 448).
3M/E system 4M/E to 6M/E 4M/E to 6M/E
systems systems
Other – Re-entry – Selecting the color corrector input
than signals that
720P cascade over
two or more
1 Press the CCR1 or CCR2 delegation button on the
banks cannot AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation mode) or
be selected on cross-point control block in key/AUX bus delegation
a key bus or the mode.
utility 1 bus.
(Restriction 2)
2 In the cross-point button row, select the signal to
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 Note

The signals that can be selected on the CCR1 and CCR2

Basic Color Corrector
buses are limited to primary inputs, premium inputs,
format converter inputs, and frame memory outputs (FM1
Operations
to FM8).
You can also enable selection of all signals on the switcher
in the Setup menu. Setting a Color Corrector
For details, see “Enabling selection of all signals for color
corrector input” (page 469). Enabling a color corrector
This enables all color corrector functions.
Selecting the color corrector output You can set each function for CCR1 or CCR2 in the menu.
This section describes operations using the CCR1 input
By assigning the signal output from the color corrector to video process menu as an example.
a cross-point button, you can select that signal by pressing
the button. 1 Open the CCR >CCR1 >Input Process menu (2411).

For details, see “Creating Cross-Point Assign Tables” 2 In the <CCR> group, press [CCR], turning it on.
(page 430).

To return color corrector settings to their

defaults

1 In the <CCR> group of the CCR >CCR1 >Input

Process menu (2411), press [Unity].

2 Check the message, then press [Yes].

All color corrector settings are returned to their
defaults.

Copy and Swap

Copying color corrector data

1 Open the CCR >CCR1 >Copy/Swap menu (2451).

The status area shows a copy source list on the left and
a copy destination list on the right.

2 Select the copy source data and copy destination data.

3 Press [Copy].

Swapping color corrector data

Press [Swap] instead of [Copy] in step 3 in “Copying color
corrector data” (page 201).
To undo copy or swap
Press [Undo] to return to the state before the copy or swap
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 Output level
Setting Color Corrector White balance
adjustment
Functions
This describes setting each color corrector function.
You can copy or swap settings data between two color
correctors (CCR1 and CCR2).
This section describes the operation for setting each Black Input level
function of CCR1 as an example. balance
adjustment

Input Video Process

Output level
Carry out the following corrections to a YUV signal before
conversion to an RGB signal.
• Video signal overall gain adjustment Gamma
correction
• Luminance signal gain adjustment
• Chrominance signal gain adjustment
• Hue delay
• Black level adjustment

Input level
Applying an input video process effect Knee correction

1 Open the CCR >CCR1 >Input Process menu (2411).

Unadjusted signal
2 In the <Input Process> group, press [Input Process], Adjusted signal
turning it on.

3 Set the following parameters. You can also mask a part of the region to be corrected.

No. Parameter Adjustment Applying primary color correction effects

1 Video Gain Video signal gain
1 Open the CCR >CCR1 >Primary CCR menu (2412).
2 Y Gain Luminance signal gain
3 C Gain Chrominance signal gain 2 In the <Primary CCR> group, press [Primary CCR],
4 Hue Delay Hue delay turning it on.
5 Black Level Black level
3 In the <Primary CCR Adjust> group, select the target
To return the parameters to their default settings item to set.
In the <Input Process> group, press [Unity]. Black: Black balance adjustment
White: White balance adjustment
Gamma: Gamma correction
Primary Color Correction Knee: Knee correction

Carry out the following types of correction to each of the 4 Set the following parameters.
R, G, and B signals.
• Black balance adjustment: Sets the output level for a 0%
No. Parameter Adjustment
level input signal.
• White balance adjustment: Sets the output level for a 1 Red R signal adjustment
100% level input signal. 2 Green G signal adjustment
• Gamma correction: Adjusts the curvature of the gamma 3 Blue B signal adjustment
curve.
4 All Simultaneous RGB adjustment a)
• Knee correction: Adjusts the position of the peak of the
gamma curve. a) [Red] value is shown.

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To return the parameters to their default settings You can also make a pattern selection by pressing
In the <Primary CCR> group, press [Unity]. [Mask Ptn Select] in the Mask1 Adjust menu to
display the Mix Ptn Select menu (2412.2).
Press the desired pattern (1 to 24) to select it, and set
Masking a part of the primary color the [Size] and [Soft] parameters.
correction
This section describes mask 1 as an example. The 6 When a pattern is selected as a mask source, set the
operation for mask 2 is identical. pattern modifiers as required.
When selecting [Position] and setting the pattern
Note
position
The mask function is common to the primary color
correction, secondary color correction, and spot color No. Parameter Adjustment
adjustment functions. 1 Position H Horizontal position a)
2 Position V Vertical position a)
1 In the CCR >CCR1 >Primary CCR menu (2412), press
[Mask], turning it on. a) See page 143.

When selecting [Multi] and replicating the pattern

2 In the <Primary/Secondary Mask> group, press
[Mask1], turning it on. No. Parameter Adjustment
1 H Multi Number of repetitions of pattern
Note horizontally
If [Mask 2] was selected in the CCR >CCR1 2 V Multi Number of repetitions of pattern
vertically
>Secondary CCR menu (2413), [Mask 2] changes to
[Mask 1] in combination with this setting. 3 Invert Type Pattern layout a)

3 Press [Mask1 Adjust].

a) See page 145.

When selecting [Aspect] and adjusting the pattern

The Mask1 Adjust menu (2412.1) appears. aspect ratio
4 In the <Mask Source> group, select the mask source. No. Parameter Adjustment
Box: Signal from dedicated box generator 1 Aspect Aspect ratio a)
Pattern: Signal from dedicated pattern generator
a) See page 144.

5 Depending on the selection in step 3, set the following When selecting [Angle] in the <Rotation> group
parameters. and slanting the pattern
When [Box] is selected No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Angle Rotation angle of pattern a)
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Top Position of top side a) See page 144.
2 Left Position of left side When selecting [Speed] in the <Rotation> group
3 Right Position of right side and rotating the pattern at a constant speed
4 Bottom Position of bottom side
No. Parameter Adjustment
5 Soft Degree of softness of box
1 Speed Rotation speed of pattern a)
When [Pattern] is selected
a) See page 144.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Size Pattern size 7 To invert the mask source, press [Pri/Sec Mask Invrt]
in the Primary CCR menu (2412), turning it on.
2 Soft Degree of softness of pattern
edge
5 Pattern Pattern number a)
Secondary Color Correction
a) The patterns are the same as standard wipe patterns 1 to 24.
For the six colors R (red), G (green), B (blue), Y (yellow),
C (cyan), and M (magenta), adjust the luminance and

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saturation, and also the hue within a range of ±30 degrees Y Modify mode: Adjusts the output levels of the input
of the center value for each color. luminance signal.
You can also mask a part of the region to be corrected. • White balance adjustment: Sets the output level for
a 100% level input luminance signal.
• Black balance adjustment: Sets the output level for a
Applying secondary color correction 0% level input luminance signal.
effects • Y lift correction: Adjusts the curvature of the curve.
• Y dark correction: Adjusts the position of the peak
1 Open the CCR >CCR1 >Secondary CCR menu of the curve.
(2413).
Output signal
2 In the <Secondary CCR> group, press [Secondary luminance level
CCR], turning it on. White balance
adjustment
3 In the <Secondary CCR Adjust> group, select the
target color to set.

4 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment Input signal

luminance
1 Luminance Luminance level
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Delay Hue delay Black balance adjustment

Output signal
To return the parameters to their default settings luminance level
In the <Secondary CCR> group, press [Unity].

Masking a part of the secondary color

correction Y Lift

In the CCR >CCR1 >Secondary CCR menu (2413), press

[Mask], turning it on. The operation is identical to primary
color correction. See “Masking a part of the primary color Input signal
correction” (page 203). luminance level
Y Dark

Luminance Process Unadjusted signal

After converting a signal with RGB color correction Adjusted signal

applied to a YUV signal, the luminance level is divided
into three regions, referred to as Dark, Middle, and Bright, You can also mask a part of the region to be corrected.
and the video signal is adjusted for these regions.
Applying luminance process effects
Under Bright/Middle
Dark point point
Middle/
Dark point
Over
Bright point
1 Open the CCR >CCR1 >Luminance Process menu
(2415).
Dark Middle Bright

2 In the <Luminance Process> group, press [Luminance

Process], turning it on.
Input signal luminance level
3 In the <Mode> group, specify the adjustment mode.
There are three modes for luminance processing, as
follows. Tint: Adds a specified color to the source video signal
Tint mode: Adds a specified color to the source video (tint mode).
signal. Color Modify: Adjusts the source video signal (color
Color Modify mode: Adjusts the source video signal. modify mode).

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 Y Modify: Adjusts the output levels of the input No. Parameter Adjustment
luminance signal (Y modify mode).
3 Hue Delay Hue delay
If [Tint] or [Color Modify] is selected, set the three
regions (Dark, Mid, Bright) in steps 4 to 7.
To return the parameters to their default settings
If [Y Modify] is selected, set the following parameters.
In the <Luminance Process> group, press [Unity].
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 White White balance adjustment
2 Black Black balance adjustment
Spot Color Adjustment
3 Y Lift Curvature of curve You can change the color of a specified color region to a
4 Y Dark Position of peak of curve different color, without affecting other regions. You can
also mask part of such a region.
4 In the <Bound> group, select [Level] and set the Then, you can also make the following corrections for
boundary of the regions. areas outside the region whose color you have changed.
• Video signal overall gain adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment • Luminance signal gain adjustment
• Luminance signal offset adjustment
1 Over B Level Luminance level of the Over
Bright point • Chrominance signal gain adjustment
• Chrominance signal hue adjustment
2 Mid B Level Luminance level of the Bright/
Middle point
3 Dark Mid Luminance level of the Middle/ Adjusting the color of the specified region
Level Dark point (key)
4 Under D Luminance level of the Under
Level Dark point 1 Open the CCR >CCR1 >Spot CCR/Output menu
(2416).
5 In the <Bound> group, select [Soft] and set the
softness of the boundary of the regions. 2 In the <Spot CCR> group, press [Spot CCR], turning
it on.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Over B Soft Degree of softness at Over Bright 3 In the <Auto> group, press [Sample Mark], turning it
point on.
2 Mid B Soft Degree of softness at Bright/
Middle point Note
3 Dark Mid Degree of softness at Middle/Dark When [Sample Mark] is selected, adjustments outside
Soft point
the region of spot color adjustment (see page 206) and
4 Under D Soft Degree of softness at Under Dark output video process effects (see page 206) are
point temporarily disabled.
Pressing [Sample Mark], turning it off, restores the
6 In the <Luminance Process Adjust> group, select the
former state.
target region (Dark, Mid, Bright) to adjust.

7 Set the following parameters.

4 Set the following parameters.
Adjust so that the color you want to change is included
In tint mode
within the sample mark range.
No. Parameter Adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance
1 Position H Horizontal position
2 Saturation Saturation
2 Position V Vertical position
3 Hue Hue
3 Size Size
In color modify mode
5 In the <Auto> group, press [Auto Start] to adjust the
No. Parameter Adjustment key automatically.
1 Luminance Luminance
2 C Gain Chrominance signal gain

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4 Hue Delay Hue delay
This automatic adjustment does not carry out key gain
adjustment. Adjust the key gain as shown in step 6, as 5 Black Level Black level
required.
To return the parameters to their default settings
6 Select [Key Adjust] and adjust the key. In the <Outer Out Proc> group, press [Unity].

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Luminance Luminance
Output Video Process
2 Saturation Saturation The following corrections are available for the YUV
3 Hue Hue signal.
4 Gain Key gain • Video signal overall gain adjustment
• Luminance signal gain adjustment
7 Select [Window] and adjust the key detection range • Luminance signal offset adjustment
for spot color adjustment. • Chrominance signal gain adjustment
• Chrominance signal hue adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance Applying output video process effects
2 Saturation Saturation
1 Open the CCR >CCR1 >Spot CCR/Output menu
8 In the <Spot CCR> group, select [Spot CCR] and (2416).
adjust the replacement color.
2 In the <Output Process> group, press [Output
Process], turning it on.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance 3 Set the following parameters.
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Video Gain Video signal gain
To return the parameters to their default settings
2 Y Gain Luminance signal gain
In the <Spot CCR> group, press [Unity].
3 C Gain Chrominance signal gain
4 Hue Delay Hue delay
Masking a part of the spot color
adjustment 5 Black Level Black level

In the CCR >CCR1 >Spot CCR/Output menu (2416), To return the parameters to their default settings
press [Mask], turning it on. The operation is identical to In the <Output Process> group, press [Unity].
primary color correction. See “Masking a part of the
primary color correction” (page 203).
YUV Clips
Adjusting the color outside the spot color
adjustment region For each of the luminance and color difference signals, the
following processing is available.
1 In the <Outer Out Proc> group of the CCR >CCR1 • White clip: Sets the maximum level of the luminance
>Spot CCR/Output menu (2416), press [Outer Out signal.
Proc], turning it on. • Dark clip: Sets the minimum level of the luminance
signal.
2 Set the following parameters. • Positive clip: Sets the maximum amplitude in the
positive direction of the color difference signal.
• Negative clip: Sets the maximum amplitude in the
No. Parameter Adjustment negative direction of the color difference signal.
1 Video Gain Video signal gain
2 Y Gain Luminance signal gain
3 C Gain Chrominance signal gain

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Applying YUV clip effects 4 Set the following parameters.

1 Open the CCR >CCR1 >YUV Clip/RGB Clip menu No. Parameter Adjustment
(2417).
1 Red R signal adjustment
2 In the <YUV Clip> group, press [YUV Clip], turning 2 Green G signal adjustment
it on. 3 Blue B signal adjustment
4 All Simultaneous RGB adjustment a)
3 In the <YUV Clip Adjust> group, select the target item
to set. a) [Red] value is shown.

Luminance: Luminance signal To return the parameters to their default settings

Chroma: Chrominance signal In the <RGB Clip> group, press [Unity].

4 Depending on the selection in step 3, set the following

parameters.
When [Luminance] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 White Clip White clip adjustment
2 Dark Clip Dark clip adjustment
When [Chroma] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 U Posi Clip Positive clip adjustment for U
signal
2 U Nega Clip Negative clip adjustment for U
signal
3 V Posi Clip Positive clip adjustment for V
signal
4 V Nega Clip Negative clip adjustment for V
signal

To return the parameters to their default settings

In the <YUV Clip> group, press [Unity].

RGB Clips
For each of the R, G, and B signals, you can make dark clip
and white clip adjustments.

Applying RGB clip effects

1 Open the CCR >CCR1 >YUV Clip/RGB Clip menu

(2417).

2 In the <RGB Clip> group, press [RGB Clip], turning it

on.

3 In the <RGB Clip Adjust> group, select the target item

to set.
Dark: Dark clip adjustment
White: White clip adjustment

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Enabling and disabling side flags (menu)
Side Flags You can enable or disable side flags for each background
(A and B) on the M/E and PGM/PST banks.
This section describes enabling side flags on background
B on the M/E-1 bank as an example.
Overview
The term “side flags” refers to the areas to left and right of
1 Open the Misc >Enable >Side Flags menu (3213).
an image with aspect ratio 4:3 embedded within a 16:9 The status area shows the [Bkgd A] and [Bkgd B]
frame, filled with a separate image selected from the utility buttons for each bank.
1 bus.
You can adjust the width of the side flag area. 2 In the <M/E-1 Side Flags> group, press [Bkgd B],
turning it on.
To set the side flag video material and operation
Side Flag Settings Press [Setup >SWER Side Flags] to open the Engineering
Setup >Switcher >Config >Side Flags menu (7331.7) and
Setting the side flag video material and configure the settings (see page 455).
operation To assign side flag operation buttons to cross-
The following settings can be made for side flags in the point buttons
Setup menu. Press [Side Flags Button Assign] to open the Engineering
Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Side Flags Button Assign
For details, see “Setting the Side Flag Material and menu (7322.10) and configure the settings (see page 433).
Operation” (page 455).
Enabling and disabling side flags (cross-
Aspect ratio 4:3 setting
Sets the input signal to an aspect ratio of 4:3. If set to 16:9,
point control block)
the side flags are disabled. You can assign the [SIDE FLAG] button to the right hand
edge of the cross-point button row for enabling and
Auto side flag setting disabling side flags.
This function automatically applies side flags when a 4:3 You assign the [SIDE FLAG] button in the Setup menu.
signal is selected in the cross-point control block.
For details, see “Assigning the [SIDE FLAG] Button”
Auto crop setting
(page 433).
When carrying out a DME wipe, this function
automatically crops the image during transition to 4:3.
When the [SIDE FLAG] button on the right hand edge of
Adjusting the width of the side flag areas the 3rd row (background A) or 4th row (background B) of
You can set the width of the left and right sides to separate the cross-point control block is pressed, turning it on, the
values. side flags are enabled.

Notes
• The side flag enable/disable setting in the menu is linked
to the setting using the [SIDE FLAG] button.
• When auto side flags are enabled, selecting a 4:3 video
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 on, but if you press this button, turning it off, the side Wipe from 4:3 image to 16:9 image
flags are temporarily disabled.
However, when you select a different 4:3 video material, Side flag areas
the [SIDE FLAG] button automatically turns on once 16:9 image
again, enabling the side flags.

Creating an image with side flags

This section describes creating images with side flags on
background B on the M/E-1 bank as an example. 4:3 image
(Side flags: enabled)
1 In the M/E-1 bank cross-point control block, press the
delegation button [UTL1] in the cross-point pad and
select the signal (utility 1 bus signal) to insert in the
side flag areas using the 1st row/2nd row cross-point
buttons.

Notes
• On the cross-point control block in key/AUX bus Wipe from a 4:3 image to another 4:3
delegation mode, press the [UTIL1] button in the 1st image (side flags enabled for both images)
row and select a signal using the cross-point buttons
in the 2nd row.
Side flag areas
• You can assign the utility 1 bus using the [UTIL]
button on the cross-point pad of the cross-point
control block (see page 79).

2 In the 4th row, press the cross-point button

corresponding to the 4:3 video material.
If auto side flags are enabled, this automatically adds 4:3 image The image changes at the
(Side flags: enabled) positions marked by the circles.
side flags to the 4:3 video material.

3 Enable side flags in the menu (see page 208) or using

the [SIDE FLAG] button (see page 208).
Side flag areas
Side flags are added to the 4:3 video material.

Wipe Action on Images with Side

Flags
When a wipe is executed on an image with side flags, all
wipe patterns can be used.
The following illustration shows the action in a wipe. DME Wipe Action on Images with
Side Flags
When a DME wipe is executed on an image with side
flags, all DME wipe patterns can be used.
Depending on the setting (On/Off) of [Auto Crop] in the
Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu (7331), the
appearance of the 4:3 image changes.

Notes
• When using the DME SDI interface with [Auto Crop]
disabled, side flags are not added to the new image
during a DME wipe.

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• If auto side flags are disabled, side flags are not added to DME wipe from a 4:3 image to another 4:3
signals selected on the DME external video bus (gray image (side flags enabled for both images)
part shown in the pattern illustration) for the following
DME wipe patterns. Wipe action using squeeze (pattern number 1031)
- 2-channel page turn
- 2-channel roll
- 2-channel frame in-out
- 2-channel brick
- 3-channel brick

The following illustration shows the action in a DME 4:3 image

wipe. (Side flags: enabled)

DME wipe from a 4:3 image to a 16:9 image Side flag areas a) Side flag areas

Wipe action using slide (pattern number 1001)

Auto crop: enabled

Side flag areas
16:9 image Auto crop: disabled

Side flag areas Side flag areas

Auto crop: disabled Auto crop: enabled 4:3 image

(Side flags: enabled)

Side flag areas

a) When using the DME SDI interface, side flags are not added during a
DME wipe.

4:3 image
(Side flags: enabled)

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Multi Program 2 Use for M/E-1 main operations

Overview
By operating the switcher in Multi Program 2 mode, single
switcher M/E hardware can be subdivided to create
separate main and sub video outputs. You can set separate
backgrounds, keys, and transitions for the main and sub Use for M/E-1 sub operations
outputs. However, keys 2 to 8 are common to main and
sub. The operation of the main bank and sub bank in Multi
Program 2 mode varies from standard mode.
Note
To enable this function requires BZS-8200X (for the For details, see “Differences Between Multi Program 2
MVS-8000X) or BZS-7200X (for the MVS-7000X) Multi Mode and Standard Mode” (page 216).
Program 2 Software.
Sequence of operations in Multi Program 2
Using the software mode
An install key must be entered to enable the Multi Program Basic operation
2 software for use (entry of the install key is not required Enter the BZS-8200X or BZS-7200X install key (first time
if the software is installed at the factory). only).
For details about entering the install key, contact your r
Sony representative. Set Multi Program 2 operation mode for each switcher
To obtain a key, you may be required to submit the unique bank.
device ID of the switcher you are using. r
You can check the unique device ID in the Engineering Set output signal assignments, backgrounds, keys, and key
Setup >System >Install/Unit Config menu (7316) of the preview configuration.
switcher. r
For each switcher bank, assign main and sub (dedicated
For details, see “Configuring Settings to Use the main, dedicated sub, or shared main and sub).
Software” (page 416). r
Create an image and execute a transition.
About main and sub assignments Optional operations
For Multi Program 2 operations, a single switcher bank • Assigning transition control block buttons for main/sub
may be shared between main and sub, or two separate • Setting cross-point assign tables for main/sub
switcher banks may be used, each dedicated to main or • Enabling DME wipe operations on the sub bank
sub. • Inhibiting utility 2 bus signal selection
Example 1: Assigning M/E-1 main and sub to a single • Inhibiting key operations for main/sub
switcher bank and switching between them • Setting the Multi Program 2 data to recall in keyframes
and snapshots
• Changing the key assignment for program output
Use by switching between M/E-1 main and sub
• Assigning sub bank preview output to buttons
• Changing the matrix size to standard
• Making settings for keyframe timeline operation
• Enabling re-entry between main and sub

Example 2: Assigning separate switcher banks as “M/E-1

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 • OUT1, OUT2: main only
Multi Program 2 Mode Settings • OUT3, OUT4: can be used for either main or sub
(Basic Operation) • OUT5, OUT6: sub only

For details, see “Assigning the output of each bank in

Entering the software install key (first time multi-program mode” (page 453).
only)
After installing the BZS-8200X or the BZS-7200X Multi To set the background and key configuration
Program 2 software in the switcher, carry out the following Use the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >PGM
procedure. Config menu (7331.2).
The differences from operation in standard mode are as
1 In the status area of the Engineering Setup >System follows.
>Install/Unit Config menu (7316), select the switcher Background configuration: Consists of the following
(SWRx) and press [License]. combinations.
• Main bank: Clean, Bkgd A, Bkgd B
The License menu (7316.6) appears. • Sub bank: Sub Clean, Utility 2, Utility 3
Key configuration: Key1 can be enabled only when the
2 Enter the software install key. background is Clean, Bkgd A, or Bkgd B.
For details, see “Configuring Settings to Use the For details, see “Setting the output configuration for each
Software” (page 416). bank” (page 454).
3 Turn the switcher off and then on again. To set the key preview configuration
Use the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >K-PVW
Config menu (7331.3).
Setting the operating mode for a switcher The differences from operation in standard mode are as
bank follows.
Background configuration: Clean or Sub Clean
Set Multi Program 2 mode for each switcher bank.
Key configuration: Key1 can be set to [On] or [Link] only
when the background is Clean.
1 Open the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu
(7331).
For details, see “Setting the key preview configuration”
(page 454).
2 In the status area, select the target switcher bank.
To assign sub bank outputs to output connectors
3 In the <M/E Config> group, select [Multi Program2].
Use the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output >Output
Assign menu (7333.1).
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 as required, to set the operation
You can assign a sub bank output signal to a switcher
mode for all target switcher banks.
output connector number.

Assigning output signals for Multi For details, see “Assigning Output Signals” (page 462).
Program 2 mode
To assign a signal to an output Assigning main/sub to switcher banks
Use the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >M/E For each switcher bank for which Multi Program 2 mode
Output Assign menu (7331.1). is selected, set whether the bank is dedicated main (Main),
In Multi Program 2 mode, OUT1 is fixed to PGM1 (main dedicated sub (Sub), or shared main and sub (Main&Sub).
program), OUT6 is fixed to PGM2 (sub program), and the
OUT2 to OUT5 signals can be assigned signals selected To assign main and sub to a single switcher bank
from among the following.
PGM1, PGM2, PGM3, PGM4, PVW1, PVW2, 1 In the status area of the Engineering Setup >Panel
K-PVW1, K-PVW2, CLEAN, SUB CLEAN >Config >MP2 Main/Sub Assign menu (7321.11),
select the switcher bank.
Note 2 In the <Main/Sub Assign> group, select [Main&Sub].
Either the main and sub use a maximum of four of the six
outputs (OUT1 to OUT6). The outputs can be used within
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To assign main and sub to two consecutive 5 Press the [MAIN] button so that both the [MAIN]
switcher banks button and [SUB] button are selected.
This section describes assigning the first switcher bank to
M/E-1 main (called the 1st row), and the second switcher If both buttons are selected, the control panel shows
bank to M/E-1 sub (called the 2nd row) as an example. the status of the main bank.

1 In the status area of the Engineering Setup >Panel 6 Execute a transition.

>Config >MP2 Main/Sub Assign menu (7321.11), Both main bank and sub bank video images are
select the “1st Row” (M/E-1), then press [Main] in the switched.
<Main/Sub Assign> group.

2 Press [Dual M/E Assign].

Multi Program 2 Mode Settings
Two switcher bank rows are assigned as a single M/E. (Other Operations)
In this state, both the “1st Row” and “2nd Row” are set
to main.
Assigning transition control block buttons
3 Select the “2nd row” and press [Sub] in the <Main/Sub to main/sub
Assign> group.
If you are using two switcher M/E banks dedicated to main
bank and sub bank, you can make separate transition
Notes
control block button assignments for the main bank and
• This cancels the shift/non-shift assignment set using sub bank.
[Dual M/E Assign] in standard mode.
• It is not possible to assign combinations of [Main] and Note
[Main&Sub], or [Sub] and [Main&Sub].
When using one M/E bank as shared main and sub
(Main&Sub), separate settings are not possible.
Image creation operation flow
This section describes the operation of an M/E bank shared This section describes the assignment of buttons on the left
between main and sub as an example. side of the transition control block or transition control
To switch between main and sub, press the [MAIN] or block (simple type) as an example.
[SUB] button on the cross-point pad of the cross-point To assign buttons on the right side of the transition control
control block. block (independent key transition execution section
buttons), use the same procedure in the Engineering Setup
1 On the cross-point control block, press the [MAIN] >Panel >Config >Link/Program Button >Transition
button in the cross-point pad to select main. Module2 menu (7321.34).

If the [SUB] button is selected, press the button to 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config menu
deselect it. (7321), press [Link/Program Button].

2 Create the main bank video image. The Link/Program Button menu (7321.8) appears.

3 Press the [SUB] button to select it, and press the 2 Press [Transition Module1].
[MAIN] button to deselect it.
The Transition Module1 menu (7321.9) appears.
4 Create the sub bank video image.
3 In the <Bank Select> group, press [Main].
On the sub bank, the utility 2 bus signal is assigned to
background A, and the utility 3 bus signal is assigned
to background B.
Only keys 2 to 8 and standard wipe patterns can be
used on the sub bank.
For details, see “Differences Between Multi Program
2 Mode and Standard Mode” (page 216) and “Multi
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4 In the <Bank Select> group, select the bank of the This setting applies to all of the M/E and PGM/PST banks.
transition control block you want to set. The utility 2 bus delegation buttons on the cross-point
control block and AUX bus control block (AUX bus
5 Set the assignment for the main bank. operation mode) become disabled.
For details, see “Setting Transition Control Block
Button Assignments” (page 428). Inhibiting key operations for main/sub
Use the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Operation
6 In the <Bank Select> group, press [Sub] and set the Inhibit >M/E Operation Inhibit menu (7321.18).
assignment for the sub bank. You can inhibit key operations independently for the main
bank and sub bank.
Note
For details, see “Inhibiting Utility 2 Bus and Key
You can also set main and sub sides independently on the Operations” (page 429).
following control blocks.
• Independent key transition control block (see page 428)
• Flexi Pad control block (see page 428) Making Multi Program 2 data the recall
target in keyframes and snapshots
Setting cross-point assign tables for main/ In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu (7331),
sub press [Recall M/E Config], turning it on.
When a keyframe or snapshot is stored or recalled, the
Cross-point assign tables can be set not only for the main following data becomes the target.
bank, but also for the sub bank. M/E Config, PGM Config, M/E Output Assign, K-PVW
You can set cross-point assign tables for the following Config
banks.
• M/E-1 SUB to M/E-5 SUB For details about data, see “Setting the operating mode for
• P/P SUB a switcher bank” (page 212) and “Assigning output
On the cross-point control block, the table for the main signals for Multi Program 2 mode” (page 212).
bank is used when the [MAIN] button in the cross-point
pad is selected, and the table for the sub bank is used when This setting applies to all of the M/E and PGM/PST banks.
the [SUB] button is selected.

For details, see “Selecting Cross-Point Assign Tables” Note

(page 433). M/E Config data is saved, even when [Recall M/E Config]
is disabled.
Enabling DME wipe operations on the sub
bank Changing the key assignment for program
By factory default, DME wipe operations are inhibited for output
backgrounds on the sub bank. In Multi Program 2 mode, you can change the key
To enable DME wipe operations, in the Engineering Setup assignments independently.
>Switcher >Config menu (7331), press [DME Wipe Sub This section describes the settings on the M/E-1 bank as an
Enable], turning it on. example.
This setting applies to all of the M/E and PGM/PST banks.
Notes
Note
• Settings are linked with the Engineering Setup
If a DME wipe is recalled on the sub bank in a snapshot or >Switcher >Config >PGM Config menu (7331.2).
keyframe, the image will not be handled correctly. • Cannot be configured when the Engineering Setup
>Switcher >Config >PGM Config menu (7331.2) is
Inhibiting utility 2 bus signal selection locked or when [Recall M/E Config] is disabled in the
Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu (7331).
In Multi Program 2 mode, you can inhibit other uses of the
utility 2 bus signal in order to use the signal as the 1 Open the M/E-1 >Misc >Key Assign menu (1175).
background on the sub bank.
To inhibit use, in the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config The current key assignment is shown in the status area.
>MP2 Main/Sub Assign menu (7321.11), press [Util 2
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Keys recalled in a snapshot recall For details, see “Assigning a Region to the Region
If a snapshot is recalled independently on the main bank or Selection Buttons in the Numeric Keypad Control Block”
sub bank, this only retrieves the settings for the key (page 427).
assigned to the recalled bank. For example, if key 1 and
key 2 are assigned on the main bank, and key 3 and key 4 To select a region or reference region using the
are assigned on the sub bank, then if you recall a snapshot menu
on the main bank, this only retrieves the settings for key 1 During snapshot or keyframe operations, you can select a
and key 2, and the state of key 3 and key 4 assigned on the region (including sub bank) in the Key Frame >Region
sub bank is not affected. Select menu (6117).
This is convenient for selecting some of the regions
assigned to the numeric keypad control block or changing
Assigning sub bank preview output to the reference region.
buttons
The “Sub Preview” utility command on each switcher For details, see “Recalling regions to edit (menu)”
bank can be assigned to the following buttons. (page 324).
• 1st row and 2nd row buttons on the cross-point control
block in utility/shotbox mode To assign regions shown in the timeline menu
• Memory recall buttons in the utility/shotbox control The timeline and other information is displayed for each
block region assigned in the numeric keypad control block in the
• User preference buttons in the menu panel Key Frame >Time Line menu (6111).
You can set the display method in the Key Frame
For details, see “Settings Relating to Button Assignment” >Timeline Assign menu (6115).
(page 436).
For details, see “Timeline Menu Display Settings”
(page 321).
Changing the matrix size to standard
When using a router, if the matrix size is set to [128×128],
it is not possible to control the utility 3 bus on the S-Bus. Enabling re-entry between main and sub
When using Multi Program 2, select a size other than In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu (7331),
[128×128] in the <Matrix Size> group of the Engineering press [MP2 Free Re-Entry], turning it on.
Setup >Router/Tally >Router menu (7361). Re-entry between main and sub on the same switcher bank
is enabled.
For details, see “Assigning Switcher Inputs/Outputs to S-
Bus Space” (page 489). Notes

If [136×138] is selected in the <Matrix Size> group, the • Re-entry adds a 1H delay to the video. Looped re-entry
bus number of the DME Key bus is used as the bus number may cause problems in the video.
of the utility 3 bus. • On the MVS-8000X, a maximum of ten re-entry stages
are supported, with the final output having a delay of 5H.
No. Bus (Standard) Bus (MP2) On the MVS-7000X, a maximum of twelve re-entry
70 M/E-1 DME Key M/E-1 Utility3 stages are supported, with the final output having a delay
of 6H.
85 M/E-2 DME Key M/E-2 Utility3
• The selection order of re-entry signals affects the
100 M/E-3 DME Key M/E-3 Utility3 number of lines by which the output signal is lowered.
115 P/P DME Key P/P Utility3 • If a delay occurs in the image, even when through mode
is set, the ancillary data does not pass through.
Making settings for keyframe timeline • For example, it is possible to select re-entry of M/E-1
main on M/E-1 main.
operation
Restrictions on re-entry when using Multi
To assign a sub bank region to a region selection Program 2
button in the numeric keypad control block Snapshots are affected by the re-entry function.
In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >10 Key Region When [MP2 Free Re-Entry] is enabled, the following
Assign menu (7321.7), assign sub bank region to the restrictions apply when a switcher bank is in Multi
region selection button in the numeric keypad control Program 2 mode.
block. If you save and recall snapshots simultaneously with more
than one region specified, the recorded state is reproduced
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E-3 >M/E-4 >M/E-5 >PGM/PST). Therefore, if you save • Snapshot attributes can be set independently for main
and recall a snapshot with more than one region specified, and sub.
the cross-point settings may not be recalled correctly. • Menus for the sub bank are added to menus that can be
To recall a snapshot correctly, press the cross-point button recalled by pressing a button twice.
before recalling the snapshot, to select a signal other than • [MP2 Auto Correct] settings are available in the Effect
the re-entry signal, then recall the snapshot. menu or Snapshot menu. For example, enabling this
determines whether the copy destination and copy
source data is the main bank or sub bank, and
Functions Added in Multi Program 2 automatically switches the data.
• The [SUB TRANS] button on the key control block is
Mode enabled. This functions as the [TRANS] button for the
sub bank.
• You can set the video process for the utility 3 bus signal. • You can display whether key 1 to key 8 are assigned to
• “Sub Cut” and “Sub Auto Trans” on each switcher bank the main bank or the sub bank in the display of the
are added to the selectable actions in the SIU (DCU transition control block.
function) GPI input and switcher GPI link settings. • On the cross-point pad of the cross-point control block,
• The utility 3 bus is added to the buses on which a cross-point hold of the utility 3 bus can be set.
switcher GPI link can be configured. Also, main and sub information is displayed on the
• “Main&Sub” and “Sub” are added to the macro event switcher bank display buttons.
configuration parameters and macro attachment settings. • The [MAIN] button and [SUB] button are enabled on the
• “Sub Program,” “Sub Preset,” and “Sub Trans PGM” on transition control block and transition control block
each switcher bank are added to the link source bus for (simple type).
cross-point button link settings.

Differences Between Multi Program 2 Mode and Standard Mode

The differences from operation in standard mode are as
follows.

Item Main Sub

a)
Keys Key 1 to key 8 can be used Key 2 to key 8 only can be used
Wipes Patterns Same as standard mode • Only standard patterns can be used
(background) • Pattern mix is not possible
Modifiers Same as standard mode • Pairing, modulation, spring, spiral, and
split cannot be used
• Edge fill mattes are single color only
• Multi can be selected from four
patterns
Wipes (key) Same as wipes (background) for sub
DME Wipes Use Supported Cannot be used (Can be used, with a
setting change)
Patterns for 1 channel • With a dedicated interface, each of main and sub can be used.
• With an SDI interface, only one of main and sub can be used.
Patterns for 2 channels Only one of main and sub can be used.
For each M/E, the number of DMEs that can be used is the same as in
Patterns for 3 channels
standard mode.
Backgrounds Wipe edge fill matte (including Wipe edge fill matte (single color only)
color mix and other settings in the
Matte Adjust menu)
Modifiers Same as standard mode Wipe border colors are single color only
Transitions Key priority Not supported
Transition preview Not supported
Preset color mix Color matte or video signal Color matte only
selected on the utility 2 bus

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Item Main Sub
Snapshots Cross-point hold Utility 2 cannot be set • Utility 3 is added.
• BKGD A/B and Key1 cannot be set.
Control from an editor Same as standard mode Not supported
Operation setting for switcher GPI inputs and Same as standard mode Not supported
outputs

a) Key 2 to key 8 are common on both main and sub. - If M/E Config data is not to be included in the snapshot
data, the current system settings are used for snapshot
Notes reproduction.
- If M/E Config data is to be included in the snapshot
• Allow a transition to complete before carrying out main
data, first M/E Config data is set and then other
and sub delegation switching.
snapshot data is recalled.
• The sub bank background A bus (utility 2 bus) is shared
• The bus override function is only available on the
with wipe edge border fill. Making a change to one
following buses:
affects the other.
- M/E-1 to M/E-5 Main BKGD A/B buses
• Even if the wipe border width is set to the same numeric
- M/E-1 to M/E-5 Sub BKGD A/B buses (Util 2, Util 3
value for main and sub, the same image is not obtained.
bus)
- P/P Main PGM/PST bus
- P/P Sub PGM/PST bus (Util 2, Util 3 bus)
Multi Program 2 Mode Restrictions • When a master snapshot or master timeline is executed
with a key assigned to both main and sub, it is uncertain
• The following functions are not available on the sub which data will be reflected.
bank. • When recalling a master snapshot with different register
- Data copy and swap numbers for main and sub, the recall timing may differ
- Default recall (except for parametric recall) by one field or more between main and sub.
- [AUTO PVW] button (button assigned with the “Auto • The link state is maintained even when M/E Config is
Preview” utility command) changed. Set the link setting again, as required.
- Split fader • Since key 2 to key 8 are shared between main and sub, if
• Re-entry is limited to four levels. Re-entry is not the main and sub fader lever positions are different and
possible between main and sub on the same M/E. you move the fader lever, the video changes
However, this restriction can be removed. instantaneously to the value of the most recently moved
For details, see “Enabling re-entry between main and fader lever.
sub” (page 215). • When the transition type for main or sub is set to preset
• In the following cases, a transition using the fader lever color mix, it is not possible to carry out independent key
may not be performed correctly: transition operation (common to main and sub).
- When the main and sub bus toggle modes are set • Snapshots, wipe snapshots, and effects created using a
differently wipe on the sub bank when the signal format is 1080P do
- For a pattern mix, preset color mix, and so on not function correctly with signal formats other than
• For an Internal bus link, GPI link, or External bus link, 1080P. Similarly, those created when the signal format is
the “Utility 2” bus cannot be selected. other than 1080P do not function correctly when the
• Screen aspect, show key, and [MACRO ATTACH signal format is 1080P.
ENABLE] button settings are common to main and sub.
• If a snapshot is recalled simultaneously for main and sub
or a keyframe is executed simultaneously for main and
sub, then the settings on the main bank are reflected in
the following shared data on main and sub.
- Keys
- M/E Config
- DME external video bus and utility 1 bus
• When a macro attachment is set on the DME utility 1 bus
or DME utility 2 bus, it is not possible to make separate
main and sub settings.
• When snapshots with different M/E Config settings are
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4K System
Setting the signal format to 1080P
Overview The switcher signal format must be set to 1080P to support
4K. Change the signal format if the current signal format
Installing the following software enables processing of 4K setting is not 1080P.
images.
• BZS-8570X (for MVS-8000X) or BZS-7570X (for 1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Format menu
MVS-7000X) 4K upgrade software (7313), press [Signal Format].
• BZS-8560X (for MVS-8000X) or BZS-7560X (for
MVS-7000X) switcher upgrade software 2 Select a signal from the pop-up window.
Set to [1080P/50] or [1080P/59.94].
For details about the switcher configuration required for
4K support, contact your Sony service or sales
representative. Note
SWR1 is the only switcher on which the signal format
Using the software can be set to 1080P.
An install key must be entered for software activation to 3 Press [Execute].
enable use of the 4K upgrade software and switcher
upgrade software (entry of the install key is not required if For details, see “Setting the Signal Format” (page 408).
the software is installed at the factory).
For details about entering the install key, contact your
Sony representative. Setting the 4K signal division method
To obtain a key, you may be required to submit the unique This sets the method used to divide images for 4K image
device ID of the switcher you are using. signal processing.
You can check the unique device ID in the Install/Unit Square division method and 2-sample interleave division
Config menu of the switcher, using the following method are supported.
procedure.
Note
For details, see “Configuring Settings to Use the
Software” (page 416). Resizer operation is supported with the 2-sample
interleave division method only; it is not supported with
the square division method.
4K-compatible systems
In a 4K system, a single 4K image is subdivided into four 1 Open the Engineering Setup >System >Format menu
HD (1080P) images, which are transmitted as four SDI (7313).
signals (supports SMPTE 425-1/5 Level B format).
The number of M/E blocks, keyers, and inputs/outputs that 2 In the <4K/QFHD Mode> group, select the division
can be used on the switcher for image processing of the method.
four images is given below.
Square: Square division method
Item Switcher processor 2-sample interleave: 2-sample interleave division
MVS-8000X MVS-7000X method
a) Off: 4K system not used
M/E banks 1 or 2 1
Number of keyers 2 for each M/E bank that supports 4K 3 Check the message, then press [Yes].
Maximum number of 41 20
inputs The system restarts with the configuration applied.
Maximum number of 16 12
outputs Setting the 4K signal inputs/outputs
a) Set automatically by the switcher configuration. Four input connectors and four output connectors are
assigned as a single group to a 4K signal. The input and
For details about restrictions of functions and settings in a output settings are specified using the first number in each
4K system, see “4K System Restrictions” (page 219). group.

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For inputs, four inputs are grouped in sequence starting 4 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output menu
from input 1. (7333), press [Active Area Size].

Input connector number Setting number The Active Area Size menu (7333.13) appears.
1, 2, 3, 4 1 Set the output active area in the same way as for inputs.
5, 6, 7, 8 5
Notes
9, 10, 11, 12 9
13, 14, 15, 16 13 • For AUX bus outputs set to [4096×2160], only an
[4096×2160] input signal, BLACK signal, or WHITE
(and so on) (and so on)
signal can be selected.
• For outputs set to [3840×2160], a [4096×2160] input
For outputs, four odd-numbered outputs and four even- signal cannot be selected.
numbered outputs are grouped in sequence. • For outputs, only odd-numbered outputs can become the
target for setting, with consecutive odd-numbered and
Output connector number Setting number even-numbered outputs (for example, output 1 and
1, 3, 5, 7 1 output 2) having the same setting. Only even-numbered
2, 4, 6, 8 2 outputs cannot be set.
• If both the consecutive odd-numbered and even-
9, 11, 13, 15 9
numbered outputs are AUX bus outputs, [4096×2160]
10, 12, 14, 16 10 can be set.
(and so on) (and so on) • [4096×2160] cannot be set on the edit preview bus.

For details about input/output signal settings, see

“Settings Relating to Signal Inputs” (page 456) and 4K System Restrictions
“Settings Relating to Signal Outputs” (page 462).
4K systems are subject to the following function and
Setting the active area of 4K inputs/ settings restrictions.
outputs
For details about disabled menus due to 4K restrictions,
For 4K signal inputs in groups of four and 4K signal see “Disabled Menus in 4K Systems” (page 531).
outputs in groups of eight, an active area can be set to
3840×2160 or 4096×2160 for each group. Item Restrictions
Functions that • M/E-2 to M/E-4 banks (MVS-8000X),
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input menu cannot be used in M/E-1 to M/E-5 banks (MVS-7000X) a)
(7332), press [Active Area Size]. the switcher • Key 3 to key 8
• M/E Config other than [Standard]
The Active Area Size menu (7332.4) appears. • Utility 1 and 2 buses
• AUX11 to AUX48 buses
• Multi viewer
• Color corrector
• Side flags
• Format converter
DMEs All functions relating to DME are not
supported
Screen aspect Fixed to 16:9
Transitions • Clip transitions not supported
• Preset color mix using Utility 2 bus not
supported
• In 2-sample interleave division, a key
1 (key 2) independent key transition
wipe cannot be used when key 1 (key
2) is selected for the next transition
2 Select the target input to set. and DME wipe is selected as the
transition type.
3 In the <Active Area Size> group, select the active area.
3840×2160: Set to 3840×2160
4096×2160: Set to 4096×2160

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Item Restrictions Item Restrictions
Keys • Wipe pattern keys not supported Safe titles • Outputs with active size of
• Filter parameter settings for [4096×2160] not supported
luminance keys, linear keys, and • In square division mode, [Grid]
chroma keys not supported settings not supported
• Y Filter and C Filter parameters for Color Supports single color only
color vector keys not supported backgrounds
• [Key Position] settings for luminance
keys, linear keys, and chroma keys a) You can change the banks that are not used to P/P, M/E-3, and M/E-4 on
not supported the MVS-8000X, and to P/P and M/E-2 to M/E-5 on the MVS-7000X.
This operation is configured in the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config
• Filter parameter settings for color >Logical M/E Assign menu (7331.5).
cancel key of chroma keys not
supported
• [Key Position] settings for color cancel
key of chroma keys not supported
• [Shadow] settings for chroma keys not
supported
• In square division mode, auto chroma
key sample mark cannot be set to a
region spanning two or more divided
sub-images.
• [Edge Blink] blinking not supported
• Edge and submask settings not
supported
• [Speed] settings for main mask
rotation not supported
• [Multi] settings for main masks not
supported
• PROC V and PROC K signals not
supported
Resizer • In square division mode, resizer not
supported
• In 2-sample interleave division mode,
border, crop, and effects settings not
supported
Wipes • Supports standard and enhanced
group patterns only
• Pattern mix not supported
• Multi and pairing settings not
supported
• Speed parameter for modulation
settings not supported
• Edge border and soft border support
single color only
• [Speed] settings for rotation not
supported
DME Wipes • In square division mode, DME wipes
not supported
• In 2-sample interleave division mode,
only resizer DME wipe patterns are
supported, and edge and crop
settings not supported
Frame memory • Operations on 4K-format images not
supported (supports operations on
divided sub-images only)
• Pair mode settings not supported
• Supports still image recall, key frame
creation, clip recall, and clip playback
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 • If the signal format is 1080P, each board is used in 1M/
M/E Configuration E mode. However, the number of available keys is four.
• In 2M/E mode, DME selection on a single M/E is as
Switching (M/E Split) follows.
- Two places using a dedicated interface.
- One place using an SDI interface.
On the MVS-7000X, a single MKS-7210X mix/effect
board can be subdivided into multiple M/Es for use (M/E
split). M/E Split Mode Settings
2M/E mode, 3M/E mode, or 4M/E mode can be assigned This sets the number of M/Es for each board.
on up to three boards. It is also possible to set no
assignment. 1 Open the Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit
Config >Unit Config >M/E Split menu (7316.11).
Using M/E split, you can select the following M/E
configurations.

Number of Number of keys available on a single

assigned M/Es M/E
1 8
2 4
3 M/E-1, M/E-2 2
PGM/PST 4
4 2
The mode is referred to as 1M/E mode to 4M/E mode,
depending on the maximum number of M/Es used on a
single MKS-7210X.

Notes
2 In each of the <M/E Split (1st Board)>, <M/E Split
(2nd Board)>, and <M/E Split (3rd Board)> groups,
• When three or four M/Es are assigned to a board, the select one of [1ME] to [4ME].
other two boards are automatically set to [Disable] and
assignment is no longer possible. To assign no M/Es, select [Disable].

3 Press [Execute].

M/E Split Mode Restrictions

3M/E mode and 4M/E mode have the following
restrictions.

Classification 3M/E mode 4M/E mode

Operation mode All M/Es and DSK mode and multi-program 2 All M/Es and • DSK mode and multi-program 2
P/P mode cannot be set. P/P mode cannot be set.
M/E-1, M/E-2 [Utility 2] cannot be selected for the • [Utility 2] cannot be selected for
background in multi-program mode. the background in multi-program
mode.
M/E assignment All M/Es and [Logical M/E Assign] cannot be All M/Es and [Logical M/E Assign] cannot be
P/P used. P/P used.

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Classification 3M/E mode 4M/E mode
Wipes All M/Es and • Pattern mix cannot be used. All M/Es and • Pattern mix cannot be used.
P/P • Pattern number 162 wipes cannot P/P • Pattern number 162 wipes cannot
be used. be used.
M/E-2 • Random/diamond dust wipes M/E-2, M/E-3 • Random/diamond dust wipes
cannot be used. cannot be used.
• Dust mix cannot be used. • Dust mix cannot be used.
• Independent key transition wipes • Independent key transition wipes
cannot be used. a) cannot be used. a)
Wipe border M/E-2 Wipe borders are single color only. M/E-2, M/E-3 Wipe borders are single color only.
M/E outputs M/E-1, M/E-2 OUT5 and OUT6 cannot be used. All M/Es OUT5 and OUT6 cannot be used.
Signal selection M/E-1, M/E-2 PROC V and PROC K signals All M/Es PROC V and PROC K signals
cannot be selected using cross- cannot be selected using cross-
point buttons. point buttons.
Utility bus M/E-1 Since only one utility bus is M/E-1, P/P Since only one utility bus is
available, utility 1 bus is used available, utility 1 bus is used
instead of utility 2 bus for the instead of utility 2 bus for the
following functions. b) following functions.
• Wipe border • Wipe border
• Preset color mix • Preset color mix
• Backgrounds of DME wipes • Backgrounds of DME wipes
M/E-2 Since a utility bus is unavailable, a M/E-2, M/E-3 Since a utility bus is unavailable, a
utility bus cannot be selected for the utility bus cannot be selected for the
following functions. following functions.
• Key border • Key border
• Sub mask • Sub mask
• Preset color mix • Preset color mix
• Wipe border • Wipe border
M/E-2 If a DME wipe which uses a utility M/E-2, M/E-3 If a DME wipe which uses a utility
bus for a background image is bus for a background image is
selected, a color matte signal is selected, a color matte signal is
used instead of a utility bus signal. used instead of a utility bus signal.
Side flags M/E-2 Side flags cannot be used. M/E-2, M/E-3 Side flags cannot be used.
DMEs M/E-1, M/E-2 The same restrictions as those for All M/Es and • For a dedicated interface, DME
4M/E apply. P/P can be used in only one place for
P/P DMEs can be used in two places for each M/E.
a dedicated interface, or one place • For an SDI interface, DME wipes
for an SDI interface. and processed keys cannot be
used.
• Only one-channel mode patterns
can be selected for DME wipes.

a) When key 1 (key 2) is selected for the next transition and DME wipe is
selected as the transition type, a key 1 (key 2) independent key transition
wipe is subject to restrictions.
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• Setting the input signals from the switcher to the MKS-
Overview 7470X/7471X (AUX bus outputs), and signals returned
to the switcher (re-entry inputs).
For details, see “Setting AUX Bus Outputs and Re-entry
Inputs” (page 475).
DME (Digital Multi Effects) allows you to add three-
• Combiner channels are selected not on the control panel,
dimensional effects such as image movement, rotation,
but in the Global Effect menu.
magnification and shrinking, as well as a wide variety of
For details, see “Combine operation when using an SDI
special effects.
interface” (page 293).
You can use up to eight channels as dedicated DME
channels.
Each channel can be used on its own or in combination MVE-8000A Multi Format DME Processor
with other channels, which allows you to create advanced The MVE-8000A is a “Digital Multi Effects” unit with
effects with more complexity. multi-format support.
For the MVE-8000A, an optional MKE-8021A Input/
Output Board is available as a dedicated interface for
Devices Supporting DMEs integrated use with the switcher.
There are two types of interfaces available for connecting
The following boards and processors provide DME DMEs to the switcher: a dedicated interface and an SDI
support. interface.
Functions that can be used differ with the device used.
For details, see “Setting the Interface Between the DME
For details, see “Functional Differences Between DME and the Switcher” (page 474).
Models” (page 548).
Note
MKS-7470X/7471X DME board set (MVS-
When using an SDI interface, the following operations are
7000X only) different from using a dedicated interface.
Installing this in the MVS-7000X allows DME to be • Setting the input signals from the switcher to the MVE-
operated as though part of the switcher. 8000A (AUX bus outputs), and signals returned to the
Each board supports two channels, and a maximum of two switcher (re-entry inputs). However, “Ext In” cannot be
boards (four channels) can be used. set for the DME channel.
There are two types of interfaces available for connecting For details, see “Setting AUX Bus Outputs and Re-entry
DMEs to the switcher: a dedicated interface and an SDI Inputs” (page 475).
interface. • Combiner channels are selected not on the control panel,
but in the Global Effect menu.
For details, see “Setting the Interface Between the DME For details, see “Combine operation when using an SDI
and the Switcher” (page 474). interface” (page 293).

Note MVE-9000 Multi Format DME Processor

The use of an SDI interface requires an MKS-8110X 20- The MVE-9000 is a “Digital Multi Effects” unit with
input board and an MKS-7171X DME output connector multi-format support.
board. Also, the following operations are different from For the MVE-9000, an optional MKE-9021M Input/
using a dedicated interface. Output Board is available as a dedicated interface for
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There are two types of interfaces available for connecting For example, as shown in the following figure, the image
DMEs to the switcher: a dedicated interface and an SDI moves in a different direction when you move it along the
interface. X-axis of source space and along the X-axis of target
space.
For details, see “Setting the Interface Between the DME
and the Switcher” (page 474).

Note
When using an SDI interface, the following operations are
different from using a dedicated interface.
• Setting the input signals from the switcher to the MVE-
9000 (AUX bus outputs), and signals returned to the Source space Target space
switcher (re-entry inputs).
For details, see “Setting AUX Bus Outputs and Re-entry
Inputs” (page 475). Local space and global space
• Combiner channels are selected not on the control panel, The coordinates of an individual DME channel are called
but in the Global Effect menu. its local space. The coordinates common to all channels are
For details, see “Combine operation when using an SDI called the global space.
interface” (page 293). By switching from local to global space, you can add new
movement to the movement of images in individual
channels, and also apply transform effects to multiple
channels that have been combined using global effects (see
Transforms in Three-Dimensional page 291).
Space (Transforms)
Rotation around Y-axis in local space
A transform is the process of a DME placing a video image
in a three-dimensional space and subjecting it to
manipulation, such as movement, rotation, magnification,
or shrinking.

Three-dimensional space
Source space and target space
Images are placed in one of two types of space: source
space and target space.
• Source space is a three-dimensional space using the
image itself for reference. The X- and Y-axes are defined
along the plane of the image, and the Z-axis is defined Rotation around Y-axis in global space
perpendicular to the plane of the image. When you move
the image, the coordinate axes also move.
• Target space is a three-dimensional space using the Three-dimensional parameters
output monitor screen for reference. The X- and Y-axes Three-dimensional parameters are X, Y, and Z values
are defined as the horizontal and vertical to the plane of which define the position of an image, its axis of rotation,
the monitor screen, and the Z-axis is defined the position of the virtual viewpoint of the image, and so
perpendicular to the plane of the monitor screen. The on.
coordinates do not change even if the image moves. The standard values of parameters are as follows,
depending on the aspect ratio of the monitor (4:3 or 16:9).
Values for 4:3 mode
• Origin at center of image (source space) or center of
monitor (target space)
X = 0.00, Y = 0.00, Z = 0.00
• Upper right corner of image or monitor
When using SD format signals: X = 4.00, Y = 3.00, Z =
Source space Target space 0.00
When using HD format signals: X = 12.00, Y = 9.00, Z
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When using SD format signals: X = –4.00, Y = –3.00, Z The following table shows the valid range of three-
= 0.00 dimensional parameters for transforms. The three-
dimensional parameters of an image change when you use
When using HD format signals: X = –12.00, Y = –9.00, the trackball or Z-ring to execute a transform. You can also
Z = 0.00 execute a transform by changing parameter values entered
on the numeric keypad control block.
Y-axis Operation mode Valid range of parameter values
Z-axis +
Move image HD format –999.9999 to
(Location XYZ) +999.9999
SD format 4:3 –333.3333 to
X-axis +333.3333
16: –250.0000 to
9 +250.0000
X-axis Rotate image –999.9999 to +999.9999
(Rotation, Spin)
Move rotation axis HD format –999.9999 to
(Axis Location) +999.9999
Z-axis – SD format 4:3 –333.3333 to
Y-axis
The plus direction on the +333.3333
Z-axis is into the image
or monitor screen. 16: –250.0000 to
a) Value in parentheses is for HD format. 9 +250.0000
Scale image (Location 0.0000 to +999.9999
Size)
Values for 16:9 mode
• Origin at center of image (source space) or center of Change image aspect 0.0000 to +2.0000
ratio (Aspect)
monitor (target space)
X = 0.00, Y = 0.00, Z = 0.00 Change image HD format –999.9999 to
• Upper right corner of image or monitor perspective +999.9999
(Perspective <X, Y>)
When using SD format signals: X = 4.00, Y = 2.25, Z = SD format 4:3 –333.3333 to
0.00 +333.3333
When using HD format signals: X = 16.00, Y = 9.00, Z 16: –250.0000 to
= 0.00 9 +250.0000
• Lower left corner of image or monitor Change image 0.0000 to 999.9999
When using SD format signals: X = –4.00, Y = –2.25, Z perspective
= 0.00 (Perspective <Z>)
Change image slope –9.9999 to +9.9999
When using HD format signals: X = –16.00, Y = –9.00, (Skew)
Z = 0.00
Detents
Y-axis
Z-axis + The system defines points called detents at regular
intervals in three-dimensional space. You can change the
current three-dimensional parameter values to the nearest
X-axis detent point values by pressing the [CTR] button in the
device control block.
The following table shows the interval between detents
X-axis defined for each transform operation mode (see page 226).

Operation mode Detent interval

Move image (Location XYZ) 1.0000
Z-axis – Y-axis
The plus direction on the Rotate image (Rotation, Spin) 0.2500
Z-axis is into the image or
Move rotation axis (Axis Location) 1.0000
monitor screen.
a) Value in parentheses is for HD format. Scale image (Location Size) 0.2500
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Operation mode Detent interval Move image (Location XYZ)
Change image perspective (Perspective 1.0000 Moves the image on the X-axis, Y-axis, or Z-axis. The
<X, Y>) direction of movement differs depending on whether
Change image perspective (Perspective 1.0000 a) source space or target space is selected.
<Z>)
Image movement in source space
Change image slope (Skew) 0.1000

a) When a value is smaller than 1, 1/Aspect or 1/Perspective (Z) is adjusted

to an integer value.

Three-dimensional parameter default

values
Each of the transform operation modes has default values Movement on the X-axis Movement on the Y-axis
for three-dimensional parameters. If required, you can
return the current value to the defaults by pressing the
[CTR] button in the device control block twice in rapid
succession.
The following table shows the default parameter values for
each transform operation mode.

Operation mode Default value Movement on the Z-axis

Move image (Location XYZ) 0.0000

Image movement in target space
Rotate image (Rotation, Spin) 0.0000
Move rotation axis (Axis Location) 0.0000
Scale image (Location Size) 1.0000
Change image aspect ratio (Aspect) 1.0000
Change image perspective (Perspective 0.0000
<X, Y>)
Change image perspective (Perspective 1.0000 Movement on the X-axis Movement on the Y-axis
<Z>)
Change image slope (Skew) 0.0000

Resetting of parameter values set in

source space
In some transform operation modes, if you switch to target
space after setting up a three-dimensional transform in Movement on the Z-axis
source space, the setting values in source space (three-
dimensional parameter values) are converted to values in
target space (source/target conversion). Rotate image (Rotation)
Once a conversion has taken place, the original source Rotates the image on the X-axis, Y-axis, or Z-axis. The
space parameters do not return to their original values type of rotation differs depending on whether source space
when you switch back to source space. They are reset. or target space is selected.
Source/target conversion occurs in the following operation
modes:
• Move image (Location XYZ)
• Rotate image (Rotation)

Transform Operation Modes

The following operation modes are available for three-
dimensional DME transforms. These operations are
performed using the device control block (trackball) (see
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Image rotation in source space Image axis movement

Rotation around the X-axis Rotation around the Y-axis Movement on the X-axis Movement on the Y-axis

Rotation around the Z-axis Movement on the Z-axis

Image rotation in target space

Scale image (Location Size)
Changes the size of the whole image.
Because shrinking and magnification of the image in
source space is done in three-dimensional space,
magnifying the image enhances perspective.
Because shrinking and magnification of the image in target
space is a conversion to a two-dimensional image
Rotation around the X-axis Rotation around the Y-axis displayed on the monitor, shrinking and magnification
does not change the shape of the image.
Scaling in source space

Rotation around the Z-axis

Rotate image (Spin)

When rotating the image in Rotation mode, it may not
always be possible to achieve the kind of rotation around Scaling in target space
an axis that you want. Combining Rotation mode with Spin
mode creates an effect that rotates the image around a
specified axis. The type of rotation differs depending on
whether source space or target space is selected. The way
the image rotates around an axis is the same as in Rotation
mode.

Move rotation axis (Axis Location)

Moves an axis of rotation in source space.
Change image aspect ratio (Aspect)
In source space, changes the aspect ratio in the X-axis
direction and Y-axis direction, either independently or
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 Change of aspect ratio Change of aspect ratio Change of slope on X-axis
in X-axis direction in Y-axis direction

Change of slope on Y-axis

Graphics Display
Simultaneous change aspect
ratio in X-axis direction and Graphics display is a function that allows you to display
Y-axis direction wire frames, coordinate axes, and a grid over the current
DME image, making it easier to create effects in three-
dimensional space.
Change image perspective (Perspective) Graphics displayed by this function can also be output to
In target space, changes the perspective of the image by the monitor output connector.
changing the virtual viewpoint, without changing the To make graphics display settings, use the DME menu (see
position of the image. page 239).
The X-axis and Y-axis values define the position of the You can display the following kinds of graphics.
view point, and the Z-axis value defines its distance from Wire frame
the image. A wire frame displays an image enclosed in a frame. This
allows you to check the position and size of the image. If
there is a shadow (see page 296), a frame is shown for the
shadow as well.
Coordinate axes
This is a three-dimensional display of coordinates in local
or global space.
Change of viewpoint on Change of viewpoint on This allows you to check the origin and the directions of
X-axis Y-axis
the X-, Y-, and Z-axes.
Channel ID
This displays the channel number so that you can check
which channel is being used. This is a useful feature when
you are working with multiple channels.
Channel IDs are displayed differently in local and global
Change of distance from space.
viewpoint to image • In local space, the channel number is displayed along
with “F” or “B” to indicate whether you are looking at
the front (F) or back (B) of the current wire frame. For
Change image slope (Skew) example, “1F” means the front of the wire frame on
In source space, changes the slope of the image on the X- channel 1 in local space.
axis or Y-axis. • In global space, the channel number is displayed along
with “G” to indicate global. For example, “G2” means
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 Automatically erasing the graphic display
Local space coordinate axes Enable [Auto Erase] to automatically erase the graphics
display when a keyframe is executed. The graphics display
is redisplayed after the keyframe ends, after the time set by
the [Recover Time] parameter.
Flex shadow center axis
When using the flex shadow function (see page 248),
enabling [Flex Shadow Axis] displays the center axis of
the flex shadow shape. This is an effective aid when
configuring a flex shadow.

Note
Channel ID
The flex shadow center axis function is not supported on
Wire frame
the MVE-8000A.

Grid
This is a grid pattern covering the whole of the monitor
screen. Three-Dimensional Parameter
The grid makes it easy to set the position of an image in Display
two-dimensional space.
You can check the three-dimensional parameters for the
current image.
When more than one DME channel is selected, the status
of the reference channel is displayed.

For details about the parameter display, see “Three-

Dimensional Parameter Display” (page 238).

Special Effects
You can use DME to add a variety of special effects.
The special effects shown below can be applied.
Graphics display, shrinking Functions that can be used differ with the DME model.
You can shrink the graphics display so that you can see
beyond the range displayed on the normal monitor screen. For details, see “Functional Differences Between DME
This makes it possible to visually set the location of images Models” (page 548).
in a larger space. The range displayed on a normal monitor
screen is indicated by a frame. Edge effects
Wire frame
Effect Description/Image
Border Adds a border to
(see an image frame.
page 241) You can adjust the
width (or
thickness) of the
border, its color,
and the softness of
the border edges.
CG border Adds a border to an image created using CG.
(see
page 242)

Range displayed on normal

monitor screen

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Effect Description/Image Effect Description/Image
Crop Crops away the Art Edge Adds edges to the Art Edge source
(see edges of an image. (see inner and outer examples
page 243) You can crop the page 245) side of the input
top, bottom, left, image.
and right sides The following items
individually or all can be set.
together. You can • Adjusting the
also soften the width and
cropped edges. position of art
Beveled Gives an image a edges
Edge beveled edge. You • Separate Gradation Matte
(see can set the edge softening of the
page 244) width and color. art edge inner
The inner edge and outer sides
softness and edge • Adding color to
boundary softness art edges
can also be set.
Edge Mode: Color

Rainbow Matte

Edge Mode: Light

Key border Adds a border to a

(see key or produces a Radial Gradation
page 244) key consisting of
an outline only.

Radial Rainbow

Example effect using

Rainbow Matte

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Effect Description/Image Effect Description/Image
Flex Shadow Adds a shadow to Multi Move Shrinks the image
(see the image using (see and replicates the
page 248) only one DME page 255) image vertically
channel. and horizontally.
An input key signal You can specify
or full-size key the center point of
signal generated the shrinking, the
internally is used shrinking ratio, and
to create the Flex Shadow source: the aspect ratio of
shadow. The External the image screen.
scale, position,
hue and
saturation, center Video effects
axis of shape,
skew, and
Effect Description/Image
perspective can be
adjusted. Sepia Overlays a specified color onto the image.
(see You can adjust the sepia color that is overlaid,
page 255) and specify the degree of mixing between the
Flex Shadow source: Internal original image and the sepia image.
Mono Converts the image into a monochrome
Wipe Crop Crops the video (see image.
Background
(see image to be visible page 256)
page 251) inside or outside a Posterization Coarsens the luminance gradations of the
wipe pattern. (see image, for a painting-like effect.
page 256)
Solarization Coarsens the chroma gradations of the
(see image, for a painting-like effect.
page 256)
Nega Reverses the
(see luminance or
page 256) chroma of the
image.

[Invert] enabled
Video image

Whole image effects

Effect Description/Image
Defocus Blurs the whole
(see image. The degree
page 254) of defocusing can
be set
simultaneously or
separately for the
video signal and Contrast Changes the contrast of the luminance and
key signal (video (see chroma of the image.
signal only when a page 256)
dedicated interface
is used). You can
also cancel the
black level leaking
that occurs at the
edges of the
screen when the
Defocus effect is
used.
Blur Blurs the whole image, like Defocus, but
(see applies a rounded blurring to the whole
page 254) image.

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Effect Description/Image Effect Description/Image
Mosaic Divides the image Dim and Dim makes the
(see into small tiles so Fade image darker as it
page 257) that it looks like a (see recedes into the
mosaic. You can page 258) distance. Fade
specify the size makes the image
and aspect ratio of fade into the
the tiles. background as it
recedes into the
distance. Fade

Glow Softens the edges

(see of highlights, giving
page 259) an effect like being
struck by a soft
light.

Mask Masks part of the Video Deformed video

(see picture, so that image image (mosaic)
Freeze effects
page 259) special effects are Freezes the input video. The video can also be frozen for a
applied only inside specified interval (see page 260).
a selected pattern.

Nonlinear effects

Effect Description/Image
Wave Produces a wave-
Deformed video (see like effect in the
image (mosaic) page 261) image.
Video image

Mosaic Compresses and

Glass stretches the image
(see at a specified
page 263) interval.
[Invert] enabled

Sketch Produces a
(see sketch-like effect
Flag Applies an effect
page 257) based on the
(see like a flag waving in
outlines in the
image using page 263) the wind.
different touches,
such as sketch,
edge color,
drawing, relief, and Sketch
sharp.
Twist Twists the image.
Metal Produces a (see
(see metallic gloss, like page 263)
page 258) that from gold,
silver, or a rainbow
colored surface. A
metallic gloss can
also be given to an
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Effect Description/Image Effect Description/Image
Ripple Applies an effect Multi Mirror Divides parts of the
(see like ripples (see image into
page 264) spreading out page 268) repetitions of
across the image. originals and
reflections, lining
them up vertically
and horizontally.

Rings Partitions the image Kaleidoscope Creates an image

(see into a ring shape (see like a view in a
page 266) that moves in one page 268) kaleidoscope.
direction while
turning.

Broken Partitions the image Lens Creates an image

Glass like broken glass, (see like a view through
(see with shards flying page 269) a lens.
page 266) outward.

Flying Bar Divides the image Circle Makes the image

(see into bars which peel (see circular.
page 266) off in two blocks as page 269)
they move.

Blind Divides the image Panorama Curves the upper

(see into bars or (see and lower edges of
page 267) wedges, with blocks page 270) the image to
rotating like the enhance the
slats of venetian perspective.
blinds.

Split Splits the image Page Turn Turns the image

(see into upper, lower, (see like a turning page.
page 267) left, and right. page 270)

Split Slide Divides the image Roll Rolls the image up.
(see into bars which (see
page 267) slide alternately in page 270)
opposite directions.

Mirror Partitions the image Cylinder Winds the whole

(see vertically and (see image onto a
page 268) horizontally, page 271) cylinder.
creating an image
like a reflection in a
mirror.

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Effect Description/Image Corner pinning effect
Sphere Wraps the whole
(see image around a Effect Description/Image
page 271) sphere. Corner Pins the four
Pinning (see corners of the
page 290) foreground to
arbitrary positions
on the background
and inserts the
Explosion Divides the image foreground image,
(see into fragments modifying the
page 271) which spread out foreground shape Background
as they fly out. to fit the
quadrilateral shape
defined by the
corners.
Swirl Swirls the image
(see into a spiral.
page 272)

Foreground
(cropped state)

Melt Melts the image

(see away from a
page 272) specified part.

Corner pinning
[Crop Link] enabled
Character Extends the edge
Trail of the image like a
(see trail.
page 273) Lighting effects

Effect Description/Image
Lighting Produces the
(see effect of light
page 273) striking the image.

Normal

Specular

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Effect Description/Image Signal inversion (Invert)
Spotlighting Produces the effect of a spotlight striking the Inverts the input video signal and/or key signal
(see surface of the image. horizontally or vertically. You can make separate settings
page 280) for the front and back (see page 288).

Recursive effects

Effect Description/Image
Trail Recursively
(see freezes the input Horizontal inversion Input signal Vertical inversion
page 275) video at regular
intervals so that a
trail of afterimages
is created. You can Key density adjustment
also turn the
afterimages into You can adjusts the key density for the key signal input to
stardust trails. the DME (see page 288).
Motion Blurs the motion of
Decay a moving video by
(see creating blurred
Key source selection
page 277) afterimages of the You can select either the key signal received from the
moving video. You switcher or the key signal generated in the DME for
can also turn the
afterimages into
application for the front and back (see page 235) of the
stardust trails. image (see page 288).
Keyframe Freezes the video each time the effect passes
Strobe through a keyframe. You can also turn the Color mix settings
(see afterimages into stardust trails.
page 278) You can combine two colors with a pattern generator,
which can be used to fill parts such as a background or
Wind Strobes the image
border (see page 253).
(see at regular intervals,
page 279) and moves the
frozen image in a
fixed direction,
Color 2
leaving an
afterimage.

Color 1

Background color settings

You can add color to the background of an image or input
an external signal for the background (see page 286).

Separate sides (inserts separate images

for front and back) Global Effects
Allows you to select separate video signals and key signals
for the front and back of the image (see page 287). Global effects are special effects created by combining the
images of successive channels. The following types of
global effects are available.
• Combiner
• Brick
• Shadow

Front Back

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 and Y-axis directions.
Three-Dimensional When the [TRGT] button is lit, this changes the
perspective of the image in the X-axis and Y-axis
Transform Operations directions using the trackball and the distance of the
viewpoint position using the Z-ring.
LOC SIZE (location size): Changes the image size using
Use the device control block (trackball) to execute three- the Z-ring, and moves the image in the X-axis and Y-
dimensional DME transforms. axis directions using the trackball.
LOC (location) XYZ: Moves the image in the X-axis and
Y-axis directions using the trackball, and in the Z-axis
direction using the Z-ring.
Three-Dimensional Transform Basic SHIFT: Enables the [ASP PERS] button and [ROT]
Operations button shifted-state functions.
CLR WORK BUFR (clear work buffer): Press this
button once to clear only the three-dimensional
Channel selection buttons transform parameters of the information held in the
work buffer. Press twice in rapid succession to clear all
DME button
of the parameters, and return to the default state.
ROT (rotation): Rotates the image about the X- and Y-
axes using the trackball, and about the Z-axis using the
Z-ring. Press the [ROT] while holding down the
[SHIFT] button enables rotation of the image in Spin
mode.
X, Y, Z: Restricts the axes (X, Y, Z) that the trackball and
Z-ring controls. Multiple selections are supported.
You can enter the parameter value for the
corresponding axis using the numeric keypad control
block.
CTR (center): Press this button once to changes the
values of the three-dimensional parameters currently
controlled by the trackball and Z-ring to the closest
Operation buttons Z-ring detent values. Press twice in rapid succession to return
the parameter values to their defaults.
Trackball
FINE: Enables fine control using the trackball and Z-ring
(fine mode).
Device control block (trackball)

Transforming an image in three-

Buttons used in three-dimensional dimensional space
transform operation mode
LOCAL: Enables operations in local space (selectable 1 Press the [DME] button on the device control block.
simultaneously with [GLB] button). The [DME] button is lit amber, and the device control
GLB (global): Enables operations in global space block switches to three-dimensional transform
(selectable simultaneously with [LOCAL] button). operation mode.
SRC (source): Enables operations in DME source space
(not selectable simultaneously with [TRGT] button). 2 Using the channel selection buttons, select the target
TRGT (target): Enables operations in DME target space channel (CH1 to CH8) of the operation.
(not selectable simultaneously with [SRC] button).
AXIS LOC (axis location): Moves the rotational axis of You can select more than one channel. The first
the image in the X-axis and Y-axis directions using the selected button becomes the reference channel, and is
trackball, and in the Z-axis direction using the Z-ring. lit green. Subsequent selected buttons are lit amber.
ASP PERS (aspect/perspective): When the [SRC] button
is lit, this changes the aspect ratio of the image in the 3 Using the operation buttons, select the three-
X-axis and Y-axis directions independently using the dimensional space in which to perform the transform.
trackball, or in the X-axis and Y-axis directions
simultaneously using the Z-ring. When the [SHIFT] [LOCAL] button: Selects local space.
button is held down and this button is pressed, the [GLB] button: Selects global space.
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 The [LOCAL] and [GLB] buttons can be selected at 5 Depending on the axis of the change, operate the
the same time. trackball and Z-ring as follows.

[SRC] button: Selects source space. • To change on the X-axis, rotate the trackball
[TRGT] button: Selects target space. horizontally.
Only the [SRC] button or the [TRGT] button can be Parameter values increase as you rotate to the right,
selected. and decrease as you rotate to the left.

4 Press the button for the desired operation, turning it on,

to select the transform operation mode (see page 226).
To move the image: Press the [LOC XYZ] button,
turning it on.
You can move the image on the X- and Y-axes
using the trackball and move it on the Z-axis using
the Z-ring. Or you can pressing the [LOC SIZE]
button, turning it on, to move the image on the X- • To change on the Y-axis, rotate the trackball
and Y-axes using the trackball. vertically.
To rotate the image: Press the [ROT] button, turning Parameter values increase as you rotate upward, and
it on. decrease as you rotate downward.
You can rotate the image on the X- and Y-axes
using the trackball and rotate it on the Z-axis using
the Z-ring.
To rotate the image in Spin mode, press and hold
the [SHIFT] button and press the [ROT] button,
turning it on, to operate in the same way using the
trackball and Z-ring.
To move an axis of rotation of the image: With the
[SRC] button selected in step 3, press the [AXIS • To change on the Z-axis, rotate the Z-ring.
LOC] button, turning it on. Parameter values increase as you rotate clockwise,
You can move the axis of rotation of the image on and decrease as you rotate counterclockwise.
the X- and Y-axes of the image using the trackball, However, if you have pressed the [LOC XYZ]
and on the Z-axis using the Z-ring. button or [AXIS LOC] button, the parameter values
To magnify or shrink the image: Press the [LOC increase as you rotate counterclockwise, and
SIZE] button, turning it on. decrease as you rotate clockwise.
This enables you to magnify and shrink the image
using the Z-ring. Rotate counterclockwise to
shrink, and clockwise to magnify.
To change the aspect ratio of the image: With the
[SRC] button selected in step 3, press the [ASP
PERS] button, turning it on.
You can change the aspect ratio independently on
the X- and Y-axes using the trackball, and change
it simultaneously on both the X- and Y-axes using
the Z-ring. To reduce the rate of change of the parameters
To change the perspective of the image: With the (fine mode)
[TRGT] button selected in step 3, press the [ASP Press the [FINE] button, turning it on.
PERS] button, turning it on. This enables fine control using the trackball and Z-
You can change the perspective of the image on ring.
the X- and Y-axes using the trackball, and change
the distance to the viewpoint position using the Z- 6 To restrict the change in the transform to a specific
ring. axis, press the [X], [Y], or [Z] button, tuning it on.
To change the skew of the image: With the [SRC]
button selected in step 3, press and hold the This enables the trackball and Z-ring operations on the
[SHIFT] button and press the [ASP PERS] button, selected axis only.
turning it on.
You can change the skew of the image along the
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 Functions assignable to trackball and Z-ring operations
Type of three-
Button Operation Trackball Trackball Z-ring dimensional space a)
space X-direction Y-direction
Three-dimensional
LOC Source/ Move Move image Move image on transform operation
XYZ target image on on Y-axis Z-axis mode b)
space X-axis
ROT Source/ Rotate Rotate Rotate image Value of X
target image on image on X- on Z-axis
space Y-axis axis Value of Y
SHIFT Source/ Rotate Rotate Rotate image
+ ROT target image on image on X- on Z-axis (Spin Value of Z
space Y-axis (Spin axis (Spin mode)
mode) mode) a) This shows one of Local Target, Local Source, Global
Target, and Global Source.
AXIS Source Move X- Move Y-axis Move Z-axis of b) This shows one of Loc XYZ, Loc Size, Rot, Spin, Axis Loc,
LOC space axis of of rotation rotation Skew, Asp, and Pers.
rotation
LOC Source/ Move Move image Magnify and To display a detailed list of three-dimensional
SIZE target image on on Y-axis shrink image
space X-axis
parameters
In the DME menu, press the menu title button (the [DME]
ASP Source Change Change Change aspect in the upper left part of the screen).
PERS space aspect ratio aspect ratio ratio on X- and
on X-axis on Y-axis Y-axes The DME >Status menu (4100) appears. This menu shows
simultaneously the three-dimensional parameters for the DME reference
Target Shift view Shift view Change
channel currently selected in the device control block.
space point on point on distance of
X-axis Y-axis viewpoint
position
SHIFT Source Change Change Change aspect
+ ASP space skew on skew on ratio on X- and
PERS X-axis Y-axis Y-axes
simultaneously

Three-Dimensional Parameter
Display
You can check the values of three-dimensional parameters
in the DME menu or on the device control block
(trackball).
Display on the device control block
Display in the DME menu The following information appears on the display of the
The status area of the DME menu shows the three- device control block (trackball).
dimensional parameters currently controlled by the device • Reference channel name: DME1 to DME8
control block. • Currently selected three-dimensional space: LOCAL/
• When multiple DME channels are selected, this shows GLB and SRC/TRGT
the parameters for the reference channel. • Currently selected parameter item: LOC XYZ, ASP
• When both Global and Local are selected, the three- PERS, LOC SIZE, ROT, AXIS LOC, SPIN, SKEW
dimensional parameters are shown for the channel (the • Parameter setting values
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 Returning three-dimensional parameters
Reference channel name Value on X-axis to default state (clear work buffer)
To clear and reset to default state only the three-
dimensional transform parameters contained in the work
buffer, depending on the DME operation, press the [CLR
WORK BUFR] button once in the device control block.
To clear all parameters in the work buffer and return the
DME to the default state, press the [CLR WORK BUFR]
button twice in rapid succession.
Selected parameter item name Value on Z-axis It is necessary to do this for both the local space and global
Selected three-dimensional space Value on Y-axis space.
For the DME default state, you can select either the factory
default settings or user settings.

For details, see “Power-On (Startup) State Selection”

Three-Dimensional Parameter Entry (page 413).
In addition to setting three-dimensional parameter values
using the trackball and Z-ring, you can enter numeric
values directly from the numeric keypad control block. Graphics Display
Use the DME menu to make graphics display settings. You
Entering three-dimensional parameter can make separate settings for separate channels. Select
values the desired DME channel in the device control block.

1 In the device control block, press the [X], [Y], or [Z] For the types of graphics displayed, see “Graphics
button, turning it on. Display” (page 228).
The parameter item and setting value appears on the
numeric keypad control block display. Displaying graphics

2 Enter a parameter value using the numeric keypad 1 Open the DME >Input/Output >Graphic menu (4164).
buttons on the numeric keypad control block.
The number of significant digits after the decimal
2 Press [Graphic], turning it on.
point is four. 3 In the <Graphic Type> group, select the type of
graphic.
3 Press the [ENTER] button.
Axis: Displays coordinate axes.
The parameter value is changed, and the image Axis Name: Displays axis names.
changes. Ch ID: Display Channel IDs.
To enter a difference value Wire Frame: Displays a wire frame.
Press the [+/−] button and enter a difference from the Grid: Displays a grid.
current value, and press the [TRIM] button to confirm. Flex Shadow Axis: Displays the flex shadow center
Each time you press the [+/−] button, it toggles between axis.
plus (+) and minus (–). The selected graphic appears on the monitor screen.

Resetting three-dimensional parameters Note

To set the current three-dimensional parameter values to The flex shadow center axis function is not supported
the closest detent points (see page 225), press the [CTR] on the MVE-8000A.
button once in the device control block.
To reset three-dimensional parameter values to the default 4 To shrink the graphics display to show the range not
values (see page 226) for the currently selected transform displayed on a normal monitor, press [Scale], turning
operation mode, press the [CTR] button twice in rapid it on, and set the following parameter.
succession.
As the value of the setting increases, the picture on the
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 No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Scale Degree to which the graphics
display is reduced

5 To automatically erase the graphics display during

keyframe execution, press [Auto Erase], turning it on,
and then set the following parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Recover Time until graphics display appears Virtual image
Time again after keyframe execution
[Wrap Around] enabled

Outputting graphics to the monitor output

connector
In the DME >Input/Output >Graphic menu (4164), press
[Monitor Out], turning it on.
Graphics are displayed on the device connected to the
monitor output connector.

Virtual Image Cancelation

When a three-dimensional transform is executed with an
extreme degree of perspective set for an image, the part of
the image exceeding the virtual viewpoint is displayed
wrapped around on the monitor screen. This is referred to
as a virtual image.
Using the DME menu, you can make a setting not to show
the virtual images.

Canceling virtual images

1 Open the DME >Input/Output >Video/Key menu

(4162).

2 Press [Wrap Around], turning it on.

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Applying Special Effects Applying Special Effects
(Common Operations) (Edge Effects)
This section describes the operation of each effect using
the setup procedure in the DME menu. Border Settings
Select the DME channel in the device control block
(trackball) before operating the menu. Adding a border
1 Press the [DME] button on the device control block.
1 Open the DME >Edge >Border/Crop menu (4111).
2 Using the channel selection buttons, select the target
2 Press [Border], turning it on.
channel (CH1 to CH8) of the operation.

3 Configure each effect in the DME menu.

3 Set the following parameters.

Parameter group [1/2]

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 H Simultaneously adjust border width
of left and right edges
2 V Simultaneously adjust border width
of top and bottom edges
3 All Simultaneously adjust border width
on all edges
5 Density Border density

Parameter group [2/2]

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Top Border width on top side
2 Left Border width on left side
3 Right Border width on right side
4 Bottom Border width on bottom side
5 Density Border density

Selecting the border color

Set the border color in the Border/Crop menu (4111).
The operation differs depending on the DME used (MVE-
8000A, MVE-9000 or MKS-7470X/7471X).
When the MVE-8000A is used
Press [Border Color] and set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Luminance Luminance
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue

When the MVE-9000 or MKS-7470X/7471X is used

In the <Border Fill> group, select the signal to insert in the
border.
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Mix Color: Mix color signal set in the DME >Edge A Border image
>Color Mix menu (4117) (see page 253)
Ext Video: External video signal input to the Ext IN Set the background of the
connector border image to black.
If [Flat Color] is selected, set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Luminance Luminance B Border image key signal
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue
If [Mix Color] or [Ext Video] is selected, the border color
changes according to the mix color signal or external video
signal.
C Image to be embedded within the border
Softening the border edges

1 In the Border/Crop menu (4111), press [Border Soft],

turning it on.

2 Set the following parameter.

D Key signal for cropping the image within the
border
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Soft Softness of inner edge of border Set the same shape as the
inner contour of the border
image key signal.
CG Border Settings
This sets the CG border for the selected DME channel. The CG border using these signals is rendered as follows.
Using two DME channels enables you to change the
position and size of the image embedded in the border.

Notes
• This setting is enabled only when using the MKS-
7470X/7471X as a dedicated interface.
• This setting is available only when the signal format is Adding a CG border (without changing the
1080i/59.94 or 1080i/50.
position/size of the image)
• The CG border cannot be set if the DME channel is used
for the combiner function. The operation can be performed for each DME channel,
• CG border settings on DME channel 2 or 4 are available however, channels 1 and 2 and channels 3 and 4 will have
only when the key and DME channel for the CG border the same effect.
are not assigned in the Engineering Setup >Switcher
>Config >CG Border Int Video Channel Assign menu 1 Open the DME >Edge >Border/Crop menu (4111).
(7331.15).
• A CG image video signal must be input on the Ext IN 2 In the <CG Border> group, press [CG Border], turning
connector of channel 1 (or channel 3) and a CG image it on.
key signal must be input on the Ext IN connector of
channel 2 (or channel 4) beforehand. Adding a CG border (changing the
position/size of the image)
The following four signals are required for a CG border.
To change the position and size of the image embedded in
the CG border, use two DME channels.
The combination of the two DME channels to use is
channels 1 and 2 or channels 3 and 4 only.
The keys and DME channels for the CG border must be
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For details about key and DME channel settings, see 4 Set the position and size of the image to embed in the
“Setting the Keys and DME Channels used in a CG border using the following parameters.
Border” (page 456).
No. Parameter Adjustment
Assigning DME channels to keys
Assign the DME channels for the CG border configured in 1 Location X Horizontal position
the Setup menu to the target keys. 2 Location Y Vertical position
Assigning one of the two DME channels will 3 Size Size
automatically assign the other channel.
Note
For details about key assignment operations, see
“Assigning a DME to a key” (page 119) and “Assigning a Canceling the DME channel assignment on a target
DME to a key” (page 126). key will disable the [Int Video Loc/Size] setting.

Notes
Crop Settings
• It is not possible to assign only one of the DME
channels.
• It is not possible to assign one of the DME channels if Cropping an image
either of the channels is in use.
• Selecting a DME channel using the override function 1 Open the DME >Edge >Border/Crop menu (4111).
allows you to assign both channels to keys. If either
channel is selected on another key when using the 2 Press [Crop], turning it on.
override function, the assignment of both channels is
canceled. 3 Set the following parameters.
• The combiner function cannot be used on the two DME
channels assigned to a CG border. Parameter group [1/2]

Setting a CG border No. Parameter Adjustment

The setting operations are performed using DME channel 1 H Crop level on left and right sides
1 or 3 only.
2 V Crop level on top and bottom sides
3 All Crop level on all sides
Notes
• The key assigned with the DME channel for the CG Parameter group [2/2]
border must have clean mode enabled beforehand.
No. Parameter Adjustment
• The following DME effects cannot be used on the DME
channel (1 or 3) that sets the CG border. 1 Top Position of top crop
- Border 2 Left Position of left crop
- Crop 3 Right Position of right crop
- Flex Shadow
4 Bottom Position of bottom crop
- Defocus
- Mosaic Signs of numeric settings
- Background For H, V, and All settings, it is not necessary to enter
• The CG border settings are saved separately in a the sign (+/–). For example, in the case of an H setting,
snapshot and keyframe register for each DME channel. the value for Left is automatically converted to a
When recalling, it is necessary to recall the registers for negative value, and the value for Right to a positive
the two channels at the same time. value, to display the image. The following shows
example input settings.
1 Open the DME >Edge >Border/Crop menu (4111).
Parameter Input Setting
2 In the <CG Border> group, press [CG Border], turning H 1.5 Left=–1.50
it on. Right=1.50
–1.5 Left=–1.50
3 In the <CG Border> group, press [Int Video Loc/Size],
turning it on. Right=1.50

4 To soften the edges of the image, press [Edge Soft],

turning it on, and set the following parameter.

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 Color: Colored edges.
No. Parameter Adjustment When [Color] is selected, select the item to adjust
1 Soft Edge softness in the <Color Adjust> group and set the following
parameters.
Note
• To set the density
Edges of an image cannot be softened when cropping
is disabled. No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Density Adjust the color density
To select whether to also invert the crop area
when inverting the video image
In the <Invert/Crop Process> group, select one of the • To set the colors for each edge (Top, Left, Right,
following. Bottom, All)
Crop −>Invert: Set an axis of symmetry at the center of No. Parameter Adjustment
the input video, and invert both the desired area of
1 Luminance Luminance
video and the crop area horizontally and vertically
around that axis of symmetry. The order of effect 2 Saturation Saturation
application for the input image is Crop and then Invert. 3 Hue Hue
Invert −>Crop: Sets an axis of symmetry at the center of
the input video, and inverts only the image 5 To soften the inside edges and the boundaries between
horizontally and vertically around that axis of adjacent edges, press [Edge Soft], turning it on, and set
symmetry, depending on the invert settings. The order the following parameters.
of effect application is Invert and then Crop.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Inner Soft Softness of the inside of edges
Beveled Edge Settings 2 Bound Soft Softness of the edge boundaries

Applying a beveled edge

Bound
Soft
1 Open the DME >Edge >Beveled Edge menu (4112).
Inner
2 Press [Beveled Edge], turning it on. Soft

3 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 H Simultaneously adjust width of left
and right edges Key Border Settings
2 V Simultaneously adjust width of top
and bottom edges
Note
3 All Simultaneously adjust width of all
four edges The Key Border function is not supported on the MVE-
8000A.
4 In the <Edge Mode> group, select the type of edge.
Light: Effect of light striking the edge. Applying key borders
When [Light] is selected, set the following
parameters. 1 Open the DME >Edge >Key Border menu (4113).

No. Parameter Adjustment 2 Press [Key Border], turning it on.

1 Top Adjust luminance of top edge
2 Left Adjust luminance of left edge Note
3 Right Adjust luminance of right edge The key border function and glow function cannot be
4 Bottom Adjust luminance of bottom edge enabled at the same time. The most recently set
5 All Simultaneously adjust luminance of function is enabled.
all four edges

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3 Set the following parameters. Parameter group [2/2]

No. Parameter Adjustment

No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Top Width of top edge
1 H Simultaneously adjust width of left
and right key borders 2 Left Width of left edge
2 V Simultaneously adjust width of top 3 Right Width of right edge
and bottom key borders
4 Bottom Width of bottom edge
3 All Simultaneously adjust width of all
5 Density Density of edges
four key borders
4 Soft Softness of the key borders
Adjusting the position of art edges
5 Density Density of the key borders

4 To set the key border color, press [Flat Color] and set 1 In the Art Edge menu (4114), press [Edge Position].
the following parameters.
2 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance
1 Top Position of top edge
2 Saturation Saturation
2 Left Position of left edge
3 Hue Hue
3 Right Position of right edge
To select an outline-only key 4 Bottom Position of bottom edge
Press [Outline], turning it on. 5 All Adjust the position of all four edges

Example: Moving the right edge position in the “minus”

Art Edge Settings direction.

Note

The Art Edge function is not supported on the MVE-

8000A.

Applying art edges

1 Open the DME >Edge >Art Edge menu (4114).

2 Press [Art Edge], turning it on.

Note
Moving in the minus
The Defocus, Blur, Key Border, and Glow effects direction
cannot be applied to the Art Edge sections.

3 Set the following parameters.

Position after Position before
Parameter group [1/2] moving moving

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 H Simultaneously adjust width of left Art edge portion
and right edges
2 V Simultaneously adjust width of top
and bottom edges Softening the inner and outer sides of art
3 All Simultaneously adjust width of all edges
four edges
5 Density Density of edges 1 In the Art Edge menu (4114), press [Soft], turning it
on.

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2 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Inner H Simultaneously adjust softness of
left and right inner edges
2 Inner V Simultaneously adjust softness of Flat Color Gradation Matte
top and bottom inner edges
3 Outer H Simultaneously adjust softness of
left and right outer edges
4 Outer V Simultaneously adjust softness of
top and bottom outer edges
5 All Simultaneously adjust softness of
all inner and outer edges. Rainbow Matte Radial Gradation

Setting the way in which art edge colors

change

1 In the <Art Edge Source> group of the Art Edge menu

(4114), select the color pattern to apply to the art Radial Rainbow Rainbow Gradation
edges.
Flat Color: Uses color 1 (see page 247) as a flat color.
Gradation Matte: If using boundary lines as borders 2 When other than [Flat Color] is selected, set the
(see step 2), this transitions from color 1 to color gradation border lines for each pattern.
2) (see page 247). When [Gradation Matte] or [Rainbow Matte] is
Rainbow Matte: The color gradually changes hue selected
from color 1 to color 2 on the border lines.
Radial Gradation: Color 1 on the inner side is mixed No. Parameter Adjustment
into color 2 on the outer side, according to the 1 H Position of gradation border in
shape of the art edge. horizontal direction
Radial Rainbow: The hue of color 1 on the inner side
2 V Position of gradation border in
transitions to color 2 on the outer side, according vertical direction
to the shape of the art edge.
3 Soft Softness of gradation border region
Rainbow Gradation: Color 3 (see page 247)
overwrites Radial Rainbow, giving a gradation When [Radial Gradation] or [Radial Rainbow] is
effect. selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

3 Soft Softness of gradation border region
When [Rainbow Gradation] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 H Position of gradation border in
horizontal direction
2 V Position of gradation border in
vertical direction
3 RBW Soft Softness of rainbow border region
4 GRD Soft Softness of gradation border region

3 When [Gradation Matte] or [Rainbow Matte] is

selected, set modifiers as required.

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 When selecting [Angle] in the <Rotation> group When Color 2 is selected
and slanting the pattern
No. Parameter Adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment 1 Luminance Luminance
1 Angle Rotation angle of pattern a) 2 Saturation Saturation
a) –1.00 is one rotation in the counterclockwise direction. +1.00 is one 3 Hue Offset Hue range
rotation in the clockwise direction. 0.00 is no rotation.
Note
When selecting [Speed] in the <Rotation> group
and rotating the pattern at a constant speed Color 2 cannot be set when [Flat Color] is selected in
the <Art Edge Source> group.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Speed Rotation speed of pattern a)
When Color 3 is selected

a) –100.00 is four rotations per second in counterclockwise direction.

No. Parameter Adjustment
+100.00 is four rotations per second in clockwise direction. 0.00 is in 1 Luminance Luminance
stationary state.
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Offset Hue range

Note
Enabled only when [Rainbow Gradation] is selected in
the <Art Edge Source> group.
Position determined Relationship between Hue and Hue Offset
by H and V values
(When Angle (see
For example, when the Hue value of Color 1 is 180.00
step 3) is 0.) and the Hue Offset value of Color 2 is –540.00, the hue
changes within the Hue Offset range of Color 1 and
Color 2 as shown below.

Border line
Hue Hue
Offset setting
setting range
range

Angle determined by the

value of Angle (see step 3).

Rounding art edge corners

Setting art edge colors In the Art Edge menu (4114), press [Round Corner],
turning it on.
1 In the <Color Adjust> group of the Art Edge menu The art edge corners on the inner and outer sides are
(4114), select the color (Color 1 to Color 3) to set. rounded.

2 Set the following parameters. Note

When Color 1 is selected This function is only enabled when [Soft] is selected.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue

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 Mix Color: Mix color signal set in the DME >Edge
Flex Shadow Settings >Color Mix menu (4117) (see page 253)
Ext Video: External video signal input to the Ext IN
Notes connector
• The Flex Shadow function is not supported on the MVE- 6 When [Flat Color] is selected in step 5, set the
8000A. following parameters.
On the MKS-7470X/7471X, when the signal format is
1080P, the following flex shadow functions cannot be used.
- [External] in the <Flex Shadow Source> group No. Parameter Adjustment
- [Ext Video] in the <Flex Shadow Fill> group 1 Luminance Luminance
• [Mix Color] or [Ext Video] can only be applied to one of 2 Saturation Saturation
the background (see page 286), flex shadow, trail (see
3 Hue Hue
page 275), and wind (see page 279) effects. If [Mix
Color] or [Ext Video] is selected for one of these effects,
the [Mix Color] or [Ext Video] for the other effects is Adjusting the size of the flex shadow
disabled, and [Flat Color] is selected in its place.
• When executing a 4-channel combination, the [Mix 1 In the Flex Shadow menu (4115), press [Size].
Color] and [Ext Video] for flex shadow and background
effects cannot be selected. 2 Set the following parameters.

Applying a flex shadow effect No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Size H Enlarge or shrink horizontally
1 Open the DME >Edge >Flex Shadow menu (4115). 2 Size V Enlarge or shrink vertically
3 Size All Enlarge or shrink horizontally and
2 Press [Flex Shadow], turning it on. vertically
4 Soft a) Softness of shadow
Note
5 Density Density of shadow
The flex shadow function cannot be enabled when the
following functions are enabled. a) The Soft parameter is valid only when [Internal] is selected in the
<Flex Shadow Source> group.
• All nonlinear effects
• Brick and shadow global effects
Setting the center point of the flex shadow
3 Set the following parameters.
1 In the Flex Shadow menu (4115), press [Axis Loc].
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 H Move shadow horizontally
2 Set the following parameters.

2 V Move shadow vertically

No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Size All Enlarge or shrink horizontally and
vertically 1 Axis Loc H Move the shadow center axis
horizontally
4 Soft a) Softness of shadow
2 Axis Loc V Move the shadow center axis
5 Density Density of shadow vertically

a) The Soft parameter is valid only when [Internal] is selected in the

<Flex Shadow Source> group.

4 In the <Flex Shadow Source> group, select the signal

to use for the flex shadow.
External: Generate using an input key signal.
Internal: Generate using a full-size key signal.

5 In the <Flex Shadow Fill> group, select the signal for

the flex shadow portion.
Flat Color: Single color

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 When the default Axis Loc setting is used

Axis Loc V

Axis Loc H Perspective Perspective

H=–100 H=+100
Shadow skewed with Shadow size and
Axis Loc set at the lower perspective adjusted with
left corner of the picture default Axis Loc setting

Perspective Perspective
V=–100 V=+100

Shadow skewed with Axis

Loc set at the midpoint on
the left edge of the picture
Inverting the flex shadow
Video In the <Invert> group of the Flex Shadow menu (4115),
Flex shadow select the direction to invert the shadow.
H: Invert the shadow in the horizontal direction. The
Axis Loc position
inversion is applied around the [Axis Loc V]
parameter axis set using [Axis Loc].
V: Invert the shadow in the vertical direction. The
The flex shadow center axis appears when [Flex Shadow
inversion is applied around the [Axis Loc H]
Axis] is enabled in the <Graphic Type> group of the DME
parameter axis set using [Axis Loc].
>Input/Output >Graphic menu (4164).

For details, see “Displaying graphics” (page 239). Video

Skewing the flex shadow Flex shadow

1 In the Flex Shadow menu (4115), press [Skew].

2 Set the following parameters.

Before
inversion
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Skew H Skew horizontally
After
2 Skew V Skew vertically inversion
Before After
inversion
Adding perspective to the flex shadow inversion

When H is enabled When V is enabled

1 In the Flex Shadow menu (4115), press [Perspective].

2 Set the following parameters.

Setting a combine shadow
No. Parameter Adjustment When there are several images, a flex shadow can be added
to the rear of the image or overlay multiple flex shadows.
1 Perspective Add horizontal perspective
H
2 Perspective Add vertical perspective
V

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Example 1: When Flex Shadow is enabled on both of Example 2: Flex Shadow is enabled on one channel only.
two channels.
Video Video
Video Video

Shadow
Shadow Shadow No combine shadow is set.
No combine shadow is set.

Combine shadow is enabled.

Density is set to 100.00.
Combine shadow is enabled.
Density is set to 100.00.

Combine shadow is enabled.

Density is set to 0.00.
Combine shadow is enabled.
Density is set to 0.00.
1 In the Flex Shadow menu (4115), press [Combine
Shadow], turning it on.

2 Set the following parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Density Density of combine shadow

Notes
• The Combine Shadow effect is applied to all shadows,
not only the sections where shadows overlap.
• Enabling the Combiner global effect when flex shadow
is enabled will enable the Combine Shadow effect. In
this state, Combine Shadow remains enabled even if the
global effect is disabled.
• In Combine Shadow, the setting for the channel with the
lowest number among the channels being combined is
enabled.

Flex shadow creation example

This section describes the flex pattern creation flow for the
following pattern as an example.

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 2 Press [Wipe Crop], turning it on.

3 Press [Pattern Select].

The Pattern Select menu (4116.1) appears.

4 From the displayed patterns (standard wipe patterns 1

to 24 and 304), press any pattern to select it.
You can adjust the size of the pattern using the [Size]
1 In the DME >Edge >Flex Shadow menu (4115), press parameter.
[Flex Shadow], turning it on.
To set the pattern size and position
2 In the <Flex Shadow Source> group, select [External].
1 In the Wipe Crop menu (4116), press [Position/Size].
3 Select [Axis Loc] and set the [Axis Loc V] parameter
so that the center of the flex shadow deformation is at 2 Set the following parameters.
the bottom of the picture.
(In HD format 16:9 mode: Axis Loc V = –9.00) No. Parameter Adjustment

It is recommended that the operation is performed by 1 H Horizontal position

displaying the flex shadow center axis by enabling 2 V Vertical position
[Flex Shadow Axis] in the DME >Input/Output 3 Size Pattern size
>Graphic menu (4164). 5 Pattern Pattern number

4 In the <Invert> group, select [V] to invert the flex

Note
shadow vertically.
When pattern number 304 is selected, the <Edge>
5 Select [Size] and set the [Size V] parameter so that the group effect varies according to the [Size] parameter
shadow extends vertically. setting.
(In HD format 16:9 mode: Size V = –1.50)
To invert the regions with video signal inserted
6 Select [Skew] and set the [Skew H] parameter so that and not inserted
the parallel lines appear to emerge from the rear at the In the DME >Edge >Wipe Crop menu (4116), press
right. [Invert], turning it on.
(In HD format 16:9 mode: Skew H = –50.00) To set the radius of pattern corners
You can set the radius of the four corners when wipe
pattern 304 is selected.
Wipe Crop Settings
Notes
Notes • This setting is enabled only when using the MKS-
• The wipe crop function is not supported on the MVE- 7470X.
8000A. • This setting is available only when the signal format is
• Enabling wipe crop disables any mask that is set. 1080i/59.94 or 1080i/50.
• When brick is set, wipe crop cannot be enabled. Brick
must be disabled in order to enable wipe crop. 1 In the Wipe Crop menu (4116), press [Radius].
• When [Output] is disabled in the <Shaped Video> group
of the DME >Input/Output >Video/Key menu (4162), 2 Set the following parameter.
the wipe crop effect cannot be obtained if [Bkgd] is not
enabled in the DME >Input/Output >Bkgd menu (4161). No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Radius Corner radius
Applying the wipe crop effect
To select a pattern
Setting the aspect ratio of the wipe crop
pattern (Aspect)
1 Open the DME >Edge >Wipe Crop menu (4116).
1 In the Wipe Crop menu (4116), press [Aspect].

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2 Set the following parameters. Replicating the wipe crop pattern (Multi)

No. Parameter Adjustment 1 In the Wipe Crop menu (4116), press [Multi], turning
it on.
1 Aspect Aspect ratio a)

a) When a minus value is specified, the picture is extended in the 2 Set the following parameters.
vertical direction. When a plus value is specified, the picture is
extended in the horizontal direction.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 H Multi Number of repetitions of pattern
Rotating the wipe crop pattern (Rotation) horizontally
2 V Multi Number of repetitions of pattern
1 In the <Rotation> group of the Wipe Crop menu vertically
(4116), select one of the following.
3 Invert Type Pattern layout a)
Angle: Incline the pattern at a fixed angle.
Speed: Rotate the pattern at a set speed. a) See page 145.

2 Depending on the selection in step 1, set the following Modifying the wipe crop pattern edge
parameters. (Edge)
When [Angle] is selected You can apply a border to the wipe crop pattern, or soften
the boundary.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Angle Rotation angle of pattern a) 1 In the <Edge> group of the Wipe Crop menu (4116),
select one of the following.
a) –1.00 is one rotation in the counterclockwise direction. +1.00 is one
rotation in the clockwise direction. 0.00 is no rotation. Border: Border
When [Speed] is selected Soft: Soft edge
Soft Border: Soft border
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Speed Rotation speed of pattern a)
2 Depending on the selection in step 1, set the following
parameters.
a) –100.00 is four rotations per second in counterclockwise direction.
+100.00 is four rotations per second in clockwise direction. 0.00 is in When [Border] is selected
stationary state.
No. Parameter Adjustment

Applying modulation to the wipe crop 1 Width Border width

pattern (Modulation) When [Soft] is selected

1 In the <Modulation> group of the Wipe Crop menu No. Parameter Adjustment
(4116), select one of the following. 1 Soft Edge softness
H: Modulate the pattern to apply waving in the When [Soft Border] is selected
horizontal direction.
V: Modulate the pattern to apply waving in the vertical No. Parameter Adjustment
direction. 1 Width Border width

2 Set the following parameters. 2 Inner Soft Degree of softness inside the
border
3 Outer Soft Degree of softness outside the
No. Parameter Adjustment border
1 Amplitude Amplitude of modulation
2 Frequency Frequency of modulation Setting the signal or color to be inserted in
3 Speed Speed of ripples the wipe crop border
When a border or soft border is applied to a wipe crop, you
can set the signal or color to be inserted in the border.

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1 In the <Border Fill> group of the Wipe Crop menu To invert the regions of the two colors
(4116), select one of the following. In the Color Mix menu (4117), press [Color Invert],
turning it on.
Flat Color: Single color
Mix Color: Mix color signal set in the DME >Edge
>Color Mix menu (4117) (see page 253) Adjusting color 1 and color 2
Ext Video: External video signal input to the Ext IN
connector 1 In the Color Mix menu (4117), press [Color1] to adjust
color 1, or [Color2] to adjust color 2.
2 When [Flat Color] is selected in step 1, set the
following parameters. 2 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Luminance Luminance 1 Luminance Luminance
2 Saturation Saturation 2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue 3 Hue Hue

Modifying the combination pattern

Color Mix Settings
For details about modifying patterns, see the following
Note pages.
• “Setting the aspect ratio of the wipe crop pattern
The color mix function is not supported on the MVE- (Aspect)” (page 251)
8000A. • “Replicating the wipe crop pattern (Multi)” (page 252)
• “Rotating the wipe crop pattern (Rotation)” (page 252)
Creating a combination pattern • “Applying modulation to the wipe crop pattern
(Modulation)” (page 252)
To select a pattern

1 Open the DME >Edge >Color Mix menu (4117).

2 Press [Mix Pattern Select].

The Mix Pattern Select menu (4117.1) appears.

3 Press any of the displayed patterns (standard wipe

patterns 1 to 24) to select it.
You can adjust the size and softness of the pattern
using the [Size] parameter and [Soft] parameter.
To set the pattern size and position

1 In the Color Mix menu (4117), press [Position/Size].

2 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 H Horizontal position
2 V Vertical position
3 Size Pattern size
4 Soft Softness of the pattern
5 Pattern Pattern number

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 Parameter group [1/2]

Applying Special Effects No. Parameter Adjustment

(Effects on the Overall 2 V/K V Simultaneous vertical defocusing

of video and key signals

Signal) 3 V/K All Simultaneous horizontal and

vertical defocusing of video and
key signals
4 Video All Simultaneous horizontal and
Defocus Settings vertical defocusing of video signal
5 Key All Simultaneous horizontal and
vertical defocusing of key signal
Applying the Defocus effect
Parameter group [2/2]
1 Open the DME >Video Modify >Defocus/Blur menu
(4121). No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Video H Horizontal defocusing of video
2 Press [Defocus], turning it on. signal
2 Video V Vertical defocusing of video signal
Note 3 Key H Horizontal defocusing of key signal
On the MVE-8000A, the Defocus and Glow effects 4 Key V Vertical defocusing of key signal
cannot be enabled at the same time. The most recently
set effect is enabled. When [Video] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

3 In the <Defocus Mode> group, select the signal to
which to apply the defocus effect. 1 H Horizontal defocusing of video
signal
Video/Key: Video signal and key signal 2 V Vertical defocusing of video signal
Video: Video signal only 3 All Horizontal and vertical defocusing
Key: Key signal only of video signal

Note When [Key] is selected (using DME on an SDI

interface)
[Key] can be selected only when the DME is using an
SDI interface. No. Parameter Adjustment
1 H Horizontal defocusing of key signal
4 Set the following parameters.
2 V Vertical defocusing of key signal
When [Video/Key] is selected (with DME dedicated 3 All Simultaneous horizontal and
interface) vertical defocusing of key signal

No. Parameter Adjustment 5 To cancel black level leaking that can occur at the edge
1 H Simultaneous horizontal of the screen when the Defocus effect is enabled, press
defocusing of video and key signals [Clean Defocus], turning it on.
2 V Simultaneous vertical defocusing To mask the Defocus effect with a selected
of video and key signals
pattern
3 All Simultaneous horizontal and Press [Mask] to open the DME >Video Modify >Mask
vertical defocusing of video and
key signals
menu (4127), and set the type of pattern and modifiers (see
page 259).
When [Video/Key] is selected (using DME on an
SDI interface)
Parameter group [1/2] Blur Settings
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 V/K H Simultaneous horizontal
Applying the Blur effect
defocusing of video and key signals
1 Open the DME >Video Modify >Defocus/Blur menu
(4121).

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2 Press [Blur], turning it on. When [Video] is selected (using DME on an SDI
interface)
Note
No. Parameter Adjustment
On the MVE-8000A, the Glow and Blur effects cannot 1 H Horizontal blurring of video signal
be enabled at the same time. The most recently set
2 V Vertical blurring of video signal
effect is enabled.
3 All Simultaneous horizontal and
3 When using the DME on an SDI interface, in the <Blur vertical blurring of video signal
Mode> group, select the signal to which you want When [Key] is selected (using DME on an SDI
apply the Blur effect. interface)
Video/Key: Video signal and key signal
No. Parameter Adjustment
Video: Video signal only
Key: Key signal only 1 H Horizontal blurring of key signal
2 V Vertical blurring of key signal
4 Set the following parameters. 3 All Simultaneous horizontal and
vertical blurring of key signal
When the DME dedicated interface is used
To mask the Blur effect with a selected pattern
No. Parameter Adjustment
Press [Mask] to open the DME >Video Modify >Mask
1 H Simultaneous horizontal blurring of menu (4127), and set the type of pattern and modifiers (see
video and key signals
page 259).
2 V Simultaneous vertical blurring of
video and key signals
3 All Simultaneous horizontal and
vertical blurring of video and key
Multi Move Settings
signals

When [Video/Key] is selected (using DME on an Applying the Multi Move effect
SDI interface)
1 Open the DME >Video Modify >Multi Move menu
Parameter group [1/2] (4122).
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 V/K H Simultaneous horizontal blurring of
2 Press [Multi Move], turning it on.
video and key signals
2 V/K V Simultaneous vertical blurring of
3 Set the following parameters.
video and key signals
3 V/K All Simultaneous horizontal and No. Parameter Adjustment
vertical blurring of video and key 1 Center X X-value of shrinking center point
signals
2 Center Y Y-value of shrinking center point
4 Video All Simultaneous horizontal and
vertical blurring of video signal 3 Size Scaling reduction ratio

5 Key All Simultaneous horizontal and 4 Aspect Aspect ratio of scaled images a)
vertical blurring of key signal
a) When a minus value is specified, the picture is extended in the
vertical direction. When a plus value is specified, the picture is
Parameter group [2/2] extended in the horizontal direction.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Video H Horizontal blurring of video signal
Sepia Settings
2 Video V Vertical blurring of video signal
3 Key H Horizontal blurring of key signal
4 Key V Vertical blurring of key signal
Applying the Sepia effect

1 Open the DME >Video Modify >Color Modify menu

(4123).

2 Press [Sepia], turning it on.

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3 Set the following parameters.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Poster Coarseness of luminance
No. Parameter Adjustment
gradations (posterization
1 Mix Y Luminance signal mix amount parameter)
2 Mix C Chrominance signal mix amount 2 Solar Coarseness of chrominance
gradations (solarization parameter)
3 Mix All Luminance signal and
chrominance signal mix amount
To mask the Posterization/Solarization effect with
4 To set the color of the sepia image, press [Sepia a selected pattern
Color], and set the following parameters. Press [Mask] to open the DME >Video Modify >Mask
menu (4127), and set the type of pattern and modifiers (see
page 259).
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance
2 Saturation Saturation Nega Settings
3 Hue Hue

To mask the Sepia effect with a selected pattern Applying the Nega effect
Press [Mask] to open the DME >Video Modify >Mask
menu (4127), and set the type of pattern and modifiers (see 1 Open the DME >Video Modify >Color Modify menu
page 259). (4123).

2 To invert the luminance, press [Nega Y], turning it on.

Mono Settings 3 To invert the chrominance, press [Nega C], turning it
on.
Applying the Mono effect To mask the Nega effect with a selected pattern
Press [Mask] to open the DME >Video Modify >Mask
1 Open the DME >Video Modify >Color Modify menu menu (4127), and set the type of pattern and modifiers (see
(4123). page 259).
2 Press [Mono], turning it on.
To mask the Mono effect with a selected pattern Contrast Settings
Press [Mask] to open the DME >Video Modify >Mask
menu (4127), and set the type of pattern and modifiers (see
page 259). Applying the Contrast effect

1 Open the DME >Video Modify >Color Modify menu

(4123).
Posterization/Solarization Settings
Posterization allows you to specify the degree of 2 Press [Contrast], turning it on.
luminance coarsening.
Solarization allows you to specify the degree of 3 Set the following parameters.
chrominance coarsening.
No. Parameter Adjustment
Applying the Posterization/Solarization 1 Y Clip Luminance clip level
effect 2 Y Gain Luminance contrast intensity
3 Y Offset Luminance offset level increment
1 Open the DME >Video Modify >Color Modify menu 4 C Gain Chrominance contrast intensity
(4123).

2 Press [Poster/Solar], turning it on.

3 Set the following parameters.

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 Relief: Apply touches like a bas-relief effect.
Video output level Video output level Sharp: Apply touches that increase the apparent
resolution.

4 Depending on the selection in step 3, set the following

parameters.
When [Sketch] is selected

Video input level Video input level No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Mix Mix level for Sketch effect video
and input video a)
To mask the Contrast effect with a selected 2 Clip Reference level for outline
pattern extraction b)
Press [Mask] to open the DME >Video Modify >Mask
3 Gain Gain level for outline extraction
menu (4127), and set the type of pattern and modifiers (see image
page 259).
4 C Gain Chrominance gain of input video

When [Edge Color] is selected

Mosaic Settings
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Mix Mix level for Edge Color effect
Applying the Mosaic effect video and input video a)
2 Clip Reference level for outline
1 Open the DME >Video Modify >Mosaic menu (4124). extraction b)

2 Press [Mosaic], turning it on. When [Draw] is selected

3 Set the following parameters. No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Mix Mix level for Draw effect video and
input video a)
No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Clip Reference level for outline
1 Size Size of tiles extraction b)
2 Aspect Aspect ratio of tiles a) 3 Gain Gain level for outline extraction
image
a) Specify minus values to stretch the tiles in the vertical direction.
Specify plus values to stretch the tiles in the horizontal direction.
When [Relief] is selected
To mask the Mosaic effect with a selected pattern
Press [Mask] to open the DME >Video Modify >Mask No. Parameter Adjustment
menu (4127), and set the type of pattern and modifiers (see 1 Mix Mix level for Relief effect video and
page 259). input video a)
2 Offset Relief luminance level
3 Gain Gain level for outline extraction
Sketch Settings image
4 Angle Direction of relief image light
source
Applying the Sketch effect
When [Sharp] is selected
1 Open the DME >Video Modify >Sketch menu (4171).
No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Press [Sketch], turning it on. 1 H Simultaneously adjust the left and
right resolution
3 In the <Sketch Mode> group, select the method for 2 V Simultaneously adjust the top and
applying outlines. bottom resolution
3 All Simultaneously adjust the
Sketch: Apply touches like a sketch. resolution of all four sides
Edge Color Enhance the outlines.
5 Coring Minimum value of edge to
Draw: Apply touches like a line drawing. emphasize

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 a) 0.00 is the original input image, and 100.00 gives an image
transformed by the Sketch effect. No. Parameter Adjustment
b) The larger the Clip value, the narrower the outline width.
1 Mix Ratio Mix level for Metal effect video and
5 If a setting other than [Sharp] is selected in step 3, use input video
the following procedure as required. 2 Y Clip Clip level of input signal luminance
level
To adjust the outline color for [Edge Color] or 3 Y Gain Gain level for clip-adjusted input
[Draw] signal luminance level
Press [Edge Matte], and set the following parameters. 4 Y Offset Offset added to clip and gain-
adjusted input luminance signal
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance 4 In the <Metal Mode> group, select the type of metallic
2 Saturation Saturation gloss.
3 Hue Hue Gold: Give a gold gloss to the input video.
Silver: Give a silver gloss to the input video.
To apply color to sections other than the [Draw] Rainbow: Give a rainbow color gloss to the input
outlines video.
Press [Matte], and set the following parameters. Variable: Give a metallic gloss to the input video in
No. Parameter Adjustment
any color. You can set the following parameters.
1 Luminance Luminance No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Saturation Saturation 2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue 3 Hue Hue

To select the signal to mix with for [Relief] To mask the Metal effect with a selected pattern
In the <Chroma Type> group, select the signal to mix Press [Mask] to open the DME >Video Modify >Mask
with the relief pattern. menu (4127), and set the type of pattern and modifiers (see
Matte: Select a single color matte. You can adjust the page 259).
following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

Dim and Fade Settings
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue
Note
Video: Select the input video signal.
The Dim and Fade functions are not supported on the
6 To invert white and black in the extracted video, or to MVE-8000A.
invert the outlines and the sections other than the
outlines, press [Nega], turning it on. Applying the Dim effect
To mask the Sketch effect with a selected pattern
Press [Mask] to open the DME >Video Modify >Mask
1 Open the DME >Enhanced Video Modify >Dim &
Fade menu (4173).
menu (4127), and set the type of pattern and modifiers (see
page 259).
2 Press [Dim], turning it on.

3 Set the following parameters.

Metal Settings
No. Parameter Adjustment
Applying the Metal effect 1 Start Point where dimming starts (dim
start point)
1 Open the DME >Enhanced Video Modify >Metal 2 Gain Degree of dimming
menu (4172).
4 Press [Flat Color] and set the parameters for the color
2 Press [Metal], turning it on. of the rear of the picture.

3 Set the following parameters.

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No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Saturation Saturation
1 Luminance Luminance
3 Hue Hue
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue To invert the highlight areas
Press [Glow Invert], turning it on.
Applying the Fade effect The highlight and non-highlight areas are inverted.
To mask the Glow effect with a selected pattern
1 Open the DME >Enhanced Video Modify >Dim &
Press [Mask] to open the DME >Video Modify >Mask
Fade menu (4173).
menu (4127), and set the type of pattern and modifiers (see
page 259).
2 Press [Fade], turning it on.

3 Set the following parameters. Note

When the signal format is 1080P on the MKS-7470X/
No. Parameter Adjustment 7471X, masking will cause the edges to become blurred.
1 Start Point where fading starts (fade
start point)
2 Gain Degree of fading Mask Settings

Applying the Mask effect

Glow Settings
1 Open the DME >Video Modify >Mask menu (4127).
Applying the Glow effect
2 In the <Mask> group, select the effect group you want
1 Open the DME >Enhanced Video Modify >Glow to apply the mask.
menu (4174). Effect Gp1: Posterization, Solarization, Nega, Sepia,
Mono, Contrast, Mosaic, Sketch, Metal
2 Press [Glow], turning it on. Effect Gp2: Defocus, Blur, Glow

Notes Note
• On the MVE-9000 or MKS-7470X/7471X, the key On the MVE-8000A, [Effect Gp1] and [Effect Gp2]
border function and Glow function cannot be turned cannot be enabled at the same time.
on at the same time. The most recently set function
is enabled. 3 Press [Position/Size].
• On the MVE-8000A, the Defocus and Glow effects
or the Blur and Glow effects cannot be turned on at 4 Set the following parameters.
the same time. The most recently set function is
enabled.
No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Set the following parameters. 1 H Horizontal position
2 V Vertical position
No. Parameter Adjustment 3 Size Size of mask
1 Clip Reference level for highlight 4 Soft Softness of mask
detection
5 Pattern Pattern number a)
2 Gain Gain level for highlights
3 Soft Softness a) Pattern numbers 21, 24, and 304 (304 cannot be selected on the
MVE-8000A).

4 Press [Matte] and set the glow color.

5 To invert the mask source, press [Invert], turning it on.

No. Parameter Adjustment 6 Set the modifiers for the mask pattern as required.
1 Luminance Luminance

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aspect ratio If [Effect Gp2] is enabled from image 2, then the mask
should be applied to portion 2 only, but in fact the border
No. Parameter Adjustment or beveled edge is also masked.
1 Aspect Aspect ratio a)
Image 3: State with [Effect Gp1] and [Effect Gp2] enabled
a) When a minus value is specified, the picture is extended in the
vertical direction. When a plus value is specified, the picture is
extended in the horizontal direction.

When selecting [Angle] in the <Rotation> group

and slanting the pattern The border or
beveled edge effect
No. Parameter Adjustment is also masked.

1 Angle Rotation angle of pattern a)

a) –1.00 is one rotation in the counterclockwise direction. +1.00 is one

rotation in the clockwise direction. 0.00 is no rotation.

When selecting [Speed] in the <Rotation> group

and rotating the pattern at a constant speed
Freeze Settings
No. Parameter Adjustment The following types of effect are available to freeze the
a) input video.
1 Speed Rotation speed of pattern
Hard Freeze: Freezes the input video and pauses at an
a) –100.00 is four rotations per second in counterclockwise direction. arbitrary position.
+100.00 is four rotations per second in clockwise direction. 0.00 is in Time Strobe: Freezes the input video and pauses at
stationary state. specified intervals and duration.
Notes on applying a mask effect with a DME (only Film: Frame advance effect like in movie films. You can
when using the MKS-7470X/7471X or MVE-9000) specify the frame advance rate.
If [Effect Gp1] and [Effect Gp2] are simultaneously In Hard Freeze and Time Strobe, you can select the first
enabled in the <Mask> group of the DME >Video Modify field or the frame as the freeze timing.
>Mask menu (4127), then the border or beveled edge is
also masked. Freezing using Hard Freeze
The following describes masking using a round pattern as
an example. 1 Open the DME >Freeze >Freeze menu (4131).
Image 1: Image before applying mask 2 In the <Freeze Timing> group, select the freeze
timing.
Frame: Freeze the signal using frame units.
Field1: Freeze the first field of the signal.
Border or Image with “Mono”
beveled edge and “Defocus”
applied Note
The freeze timing setting is not required when the
following signal formats are being used.
1080P/50, 1080P/59.94, 1080PsF/23.98, 1080PsF/24,
m
1080PsF/25, 1080PsF/29.97, 720P/50, 720P/59.94
Image 2: State with [Effect Gp1] only enabled 3 In the <Freeze> group, press [Hard Freeze], turning it
on.

Freezing using Time Strobe

Portion 2 has Portion 1
“Mono” masked, has both 1 Open the DME >Freeze >Freeze menu (4131).
and “Defocus” “Mono” and
only applied. “Defocus”
applied.
2 In the <Freeze Timing> group, select the freeze
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 Frame: Freeze the signal using frame units.
Field1: Freeze the first field of the signal.
Applying Special Effects
Note (Nonlinear Effect
The freeze timing setting is not required when the
following signal formats are being used.
Settings)
1080P/50, 1080P/59.94, 1080PsF/23.98, 1080PsF/24,
1080PsF/25, 1080PsF/29.97, 720P/50, 720P/59.94 You can add a variety of effects that change the shape of
the image as a whole as nonlinear effects.
3 In the <Freeze> group, press [Time Strobe], turning it
on.
Non-Linear effect setting menu
4 Set the following parameters.
1 Open the DME >Non Linear/Corner Pin >Non Linear
menu (4141).
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Duration Freeze interval 2 Press a button for the desired effect to select it and
2 Live Proportion of time between frozen open the setting menu.
images for inserting live video
3 Configure settings for the selected effect.
Freezing using Film
Notes
Note • It is not possible to apply two or more nonlinear effects
When the signal format is 720P or 1080P, Film mode at the same time. Enabling an effect automatically
cannot be selected. disables the previously enabled effect.
• The Flex Shadow function cannot be enabled when the
1 Open the DME >Freeze >Freeze menu (4131). Page Turn, Roll, Cylinder, or Sphere nonlinear effect is
enabled.
2 In the <Freeze> group, press [Film], turning it on.
To disable an effect
Press the button for the effect name, turning it off, in the
3 Set the following parameter.
corresponding effect setting menu.
Or, in the Non Linear menu (4141), press [OFF] in the
No. Parameter Adjustment lower right of the display.
1 Film Rate of film frame advance

Wave Settings
There are two modes: H&V and Size. You can set the size
and frequency of the waves, the waveform, the amount of
wave movement, and the range. In H&V mode, you can
also set the wave angle.

Applying the Wave effect

1 In the <Mode> group of the Non Linear >Wave menu

(4141.1), select the wave modulation mode.
H&V: Modulate vertically and horizontally without
changing the size of the image. This mode allows
waves to be created in both the vertical and
horizontal directions at the same time.
Size: Create waves by reducing and expanding the
image. This mode allows waves to be created in
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 When [Size] is selected
Modulation is not applied to Size.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 and 2 are same size.
1 Amp H Amplitude of wave
2 Freq H Frequency of wave
3 Offset H a) Phase shift direction and offset of
wave in horizontal direction
4 Speed H b) Direction of travel and speed of
wave
5 Slant Slant of wave
Before modulation
a) Set when [Lock] is enabled.
Create waves by reducing 1 b) Set when [Lock] is disabled.
and expanding 2 the image.
Offset

2 Set the following parameters, according to the selected

Amp
modulation mode.
When [H&V] is selected
Parameter group [1/2]

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Amp H Amplitude of wave in horizontal
direction
2 Freq H Frequency of wave in horizontal
direction To stop the wave
3 Offset H a) Phase shift direction and offset of Press [Lock], turning it on.
wave in horizontal direction The wave alternately stops and starts each time the button
4 Speed H b) Direction of travel and speed of is pressed.
wave in horizontal direction
To select the waveform
5 Slant Slant of wave

Parameter group [2/2]

1 Press [Form].

No. Parameter Adjustment 2 Set the following parameters.

1 Amp V Amplitude of wave in vertical When [H&V] is selected in the <Mode> group
direction
2 Freq V Frequency of wave in vertical No. Parameter Adjustment
direction 1 Form H Type of waveform in horizontal
3 Offset V a) Phase shift direction and offset of direction a)
wave in vertical direction 2 Form V Type of waveform in vertical
4 Speed V b) Direction of travel and speed of direction a)
wave in vertical direction
When [Size] is selected in the <Mode> group
5 Slant Slant of wave
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Form H Type of waveform a)

a) 1 (SINE): Sine wave

2 (PARABOLA): Parabolic wave
3 (TRIANGLE): Triangular wave
4 (RECTANGLE): Rectangular wave
5 (CIRCLE): Circular wave
6 (CUBIC): Cubic curve wave

To randomize the modulated waveform

1 Press [Random], turning it on.

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2 Set the following parameters. 2 Set the following parameters.
When [H&V] is selected in the <Mode> group When [H&V] is selected in the <Mode> group

No. Parameter Adjustment No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Random H Degree of randomness in 1 Envelope H Smoothness of envelope in
horizontal waveform modulation horizontal direction
2 Random V Degree of randomness in vertical 2 Envelope V Smoothness of envelope in vertical
waveform modulation direction
3 Random All Degree of randomness in both
vertical and horizontal directions When [Size] is selected in the <Mode> group

When [Size] is selected in the <Mode> group No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Envelope H Smoothness of envelope
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Random H Degree of randomness in To reverse the wave range
waveform modulation To reverse the horizontal wave range set with [Range],
press [Range Rev H], turning it on.
To limit the wave range To reverse the vertical wave range set with [Range], press
[Range Rev V], turning it on.
1 Press [Range], turning it on.

2 Set the following parameters. Mosaic Glass Settings

When [H&V] is selected in the <Mode> group
There are two modes: H&V and Size. You can set the size
No. Parameter Adjustment and frequency of waves in the image, the waveform, the
1 Size H Level of horizontal wave amount of wave movement, and the range. In H&V mode,
modulation you can also set the wave angle.
2 Offset H Center point of horizontal
modulation range Applying the Mosaic Glass effect
3 Size V Level of vertical wave modulation Open the Non Linear >Mosaic Glass menu (4141.2).
4 Offset V Center point of vertical modulation The items and parameters displayed in the Mosaic Glass
range menu are the same as for the Wave menu (see page 261).
When [Size] is selected in the <Mode> group

No. Parameter Adjustment Flag Settings

1 Size H Level of wave modulation
There are two modes: H&V and Size. You can set the size
2 Offset H Center point of modulation range and frequency of waves in the flag, the waveform, the
amount of wave movement, and the range. In H&V mode,
Size you can also set the wave angle.

Applying the Flag effect

Open the Non Linear >Flag menu (4141.3).
The items and parameters displayed in the Flag menu are
the same as for the Wave menu (see page 261).

Twist Settings
Envelope Offset
You can twist the image in the horizontal or vertical
To smooth the range envelope when the wave direction.
range is limited You can set the size and frequency of waves in the image,
the waveform, the amount of wave movement, and other
1 Press [Range Envelope], turning it on. parameters.

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Applying the Twist effect Applying the Ripple effect
In the Non Linear >Twist menu (4141.4), set the following
parameters. 1 In the <Mode> group of the Non Linear >Ripple menu
(4141.5), select the ripple modulation mode.
Parameter group [1/2]
Radial: Points on radii of the same length from the
No. Parameter Adjustment
center of the ripples behave in the same way.
1 Amp V Amplitude of twist in vertical direction Angular: Points at the same angle from the center of
2 Freq V Frequency of twist in vertical direction the ripples behave in the same way.
3 Offset V a) Phase shift offset of twist in vertical Both: Radial and Angular ripples are applied
direction simultaneously.
4 Speed V b) Speed and direction of twist movement
Shape: The ripples can have shapes such as stars or
in vertical direction hearts, in addition to circles.
5 Slant Slant of twist

Parameter group [2/2]

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Amp H Amplitude of twist in horizontal direction
a)
3 Offset H Phase shift offset of twist in horizontal
direction
5 Slant Slant of twist

a) Set when [Lock] is enabled. Modulation along radii (Radial mode)

b) Set when [Lock] is disabled.

To stop the wave

Press [Lock], turning it on.
The wave alternately stops and starts each time the button
is pressed.
To select the waveform
Press [Form] and set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Form H Type of waveform in horizontal direction Modulation along circumference (Angular mode)
a)

Type of waveform in vertical direction a)

2 Form V
2 Set the following parameters, according to the selected
a) 1 (SINE): Sine wave modulation mode.
2 (PARABOLA): Parabolic wave
3 (TRIANGLE): Triangular wave When [Radial] is selected
4 (RECTANGLE): Rectangular wave
5 (CIRCLE): Circular wave No. Parameter Adjustment
6 (CUBIC): Cubic curve wave
1 Amp R Amplitude of ripple along radius
2 Freq R Frequency of ripple along radius
Ripple Settings 3 Offset R a)
Phase shift direction and offset of
ripple along radius
There are four modes: Radial, Angular, Both, and Shape. 4 Speed R b) Direction of travel and speed of
The direction of modulation differs depending on the ripple along radius
mode. You can set the size and frequency of the ripples, 5 Amp A Amplitude of ripple along
their direction and speed, their center point, and other circumference
parameters. In Shape mode, you can select ripple shapes
other than circles (stars, etc.). When [Angular] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Amp A Amplitude of ripple along
circumference

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No. Parameter Adjustment To limit the direction in which modulation is
applied
2 Freq A Frequency of ripple along
circumference Press [Plus Only], turning it on.
You can limit the direction in which modulation is applied
3 Offset A a) Phase shift direction and offset of
ripple along circumference
(the direction in which the image expands) to the plus
direction only.
4 Speed A b) Direction of travel and speed of
ripple along circumference To set the ripple center position
5 Amp R Amplitude of ripple along radius
1 Press [Position].
When [Both] is selected
Parameter group [1/2]
2 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Amp R Amplitude of ripple along radius 1 H Ripple center point in horizontal

direction
2 Freq R Frequency of ripple along radius
2 V Ripple center point in vertical
3 Offset R a) Phase shift direction and offset of direction
ripple along radius
4 Speed R b) Direction of travel and speed of To limit the ripple range
ripple along radius

Parameter group [2/2]

1 Press [Range], turning it on.

No. Parameter Adjustment 2 Set the following parameters.

1 Amp A Amplitude of ripple along When [Radial] or [Shape] is selected in the <Mode>
circumference
group
2 Freq A Frequency of ripple along
circumference No. Parameter Adjustment
a)
3 Offset A Phase shift direction and offset of 1 Size R Modulation level of ripple along
ripple along circumference radius
4 Speed A b) Direction of travel and speed of 2 Offset R Center of modulation range along
ripple along circumference radius

When [Shape] is selected When [Angular] is selected in the <Mode> group

Parameter group [1/2]
No. Parameter Adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment 1 Size A Modulation level of ripple along
1 Amp R Amplitude of ripple circumference

2 Freq R Frequency of ripple 2 Offset A Center of modulation range along

circumference
3 Offset R a) Phase shift direction and offset of
ripple When [Both] is selected in the <Mode> group
4 Speed R b) Direction of travel and speed of
ripple No. Parameter Adjustment
c) 1 Size R Modulation level of ripple along
5 Shape Shape of ripple
radius
Parameter group [2/2] 2 Offset R Center of modulation range along
radius
No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Size A Modulation level of ripple along
1 Aspect Aspect ratio of ripple circumference
2 Angle Angle of ripple 4 Offset A Center of modulation range along
circumference
a) Set when [Lock] is enabled.
b) Set when [Lock] is disabled.
c) 1 (Circle): Circular shape
To reverse the ripple range
2 (Rectangle): Rectangular shape When [Radial], [Both], or [Shape] is selected in the
3 (Star): Star shape <Mode> group, press [Range Rev R], turning it on.
4 (Heart): Heart shape
When [Angular] or [Both] is selected in the <Mode>
group, press [Range Rev A], turning it on.

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Other settings No. Parameter Adjustment
You can configure [Lock], [Form], [Random], and [Range
2 Random Degree of jaggedness at block
Envelope]. edges
The operation is the same as [Lock], [Form], [Random],
and [Range Envelope] in the Wave menu (4141.1).

For details, see “Wave Settings” (page 261). Broken Glass Settings
You can set the degree of transition, the degree of
randomness in the distance moved by each block, the
Rings Settings amount of movement, the width of the partitions, the
degree of randomness in partition width, the center point,
You can set the degree of transition, the degree of the starting angle, and other parameters.
randomness in the distance moved by each block, the You can also fix the direction in which shards scatter.
amount of movement, the width of the partitions, the
degree of randomness in partition width, the center point,
the starting angle, and other parameters. To apply the Broken Glass effect
Open the Non Linear >Broken Glass menu (4141.8).
To apply the Rings effect The items and parameters displayed in the Broken Glass
menu, excluding [Direction], are the same as for the Rings
1 Open the Non Linear >Rings menu (4141.7). menu (see page 266).
To fix the direction in which shards scatter
2 To make transition settings, press [Transition] and set Press [Direction], turning it on.
the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment Flying Bar Settings

1 Transition Degree of transition
You can set the degree of transition, the degree of
2 Random Degree of randomness in distance
moved by each block randomness in the distance moved by each block, the
direction of movement, the width of the partitions, the
3 Spiral Amount of movement toward
circumference accompanying degree of randomness in partition width, the partition
transition angle, and other parameters.

3 To set the partition method, press [Partition] and set

To apply the Flying Bar effect
the following parameters.
1 Open the Non Linear >Flying Bars menu (4141.9).
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Width Width of partition 2 To make transition settings, press [Transition] and set
2 Random Degree of randomness in partition the following parameters.
width
3 Angle Starting angle of effect No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Transition Degree of transition
4 To set the ring center position, press [Position] and set
2 Random Degree of randomness in distance
the following parameters.
moved by each block
3 Angle Direction of movement
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 H Center point in horizontal direction 3 To set the partition method, press [Partition] and set
2 V Center point in vertical direction the following parameters.

5 To partition into pixels, press [Pixel], turning it on, No. Parameter Adjustment
and set the following parameters.
1 Width Width of partition
2 Random Degree of randomness in partition
No. Parameter Adjustment width
1 Density Degree to which image disappears 3 Angle Partition angle
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Blind Settings Split Settings
You can set the number of rotations by blocks, the You can set the degree to which the image is split, the split
perspective, the width and position of blocks, the direction, positions, and other parameters.
the center position, and other parameters. There are two
modes: Bar and Wedge.
Applying the Split effect

To apply the Blind effect 1 In the <Mode> group of the Non Linear >Split menu
(4141.11), select the partition method.
1 In the <Mode> group of the Non Linear >Blind menu
(4141.10), select the mode. Single: Leave gaps between splits as-is.
Double: Fill gaps between splits with the same image.
Bar: Bar mode
Wedge: Wedge mode 2 Set the following parameters.

2 To make transition settings, press [Transition] and set Parameter group [1/2]
the following parameters.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Transition Degree of left and right separation
No. Parameter Adjustment H
1 Rotation Number of rotations of the blocks 2 Transition Degree of top and bottom
2 Perspective Degree of randomness in distance V separation
moved by each block
Parameter group [2/2]
3 To set the partition method, press [Partition] and set
the following parameters. No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Top Offset of top edge
When [Bar] is selected in the <Mode> group
2 Left Offset of left edge
No. Parameter Adjustment 3 Right Offset of right edge
1 Width Width of partition 4 Bottom Offset of bottom edge
2 Offset Degree of randomness in partition
width To set the split position
3 Angle Starting angle of effect
1 Press [Position].
When [Wedge] is selected in the <Mode> group
2 Set the following parameters.
No. Parameter Adjustment
4 No Width of blocks No. Parameter Adjustment
5 Phase Partition position 1 H Degree of left and right separation
2 V Degree of top and bottom
To set the wedge center position separation
When [Wedge] is selected in the <Mode> group, you can
set the wedge center position.

1 Press [Position]. Split Slide Settings

You can set the degree of transition, the degree of
2 Set the following parameters.
randomness in the distance moved by each block, the
degree of sliding, block width, block angle, and other
No. Parameter Adjustment parameters.
1 H Center point in horizontal direction
2 V Center point in vertical direction Applying the Split Slide effect
In the Non Linear >Split Slide menu (4141.12), set the
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 Parameter group [1/2]
To set the position of the border between the
original and reflection
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Transition Degree of transition in horizontal 1 Press [Position].
H direction
2 Random H Degree of randomness in distance 2 Set the following parameters.
moved by blocks in horizontal direction
3 Skew H Degree of skew in horizontal direction No. Parameter Adjustment
4 Width H Horizontal width of partition 1 H Horizontal border position
5 Angle Angle of partition line 2 V Vertical border position

Parameter group [2/2]

No. Parameter Adjustment Multi Mirror Settings

1 Transition Degree of transition in vertical direction You can set the width of the original, the center position of
V
the original, the offset of the image with fixed mirrors, the
2 Random V Degree of randomness in distance direction of the mirrors, and other parameters.
moved by blocks in vertical direction
3 Skew V Degree of skew in vertical direction
Applying the Multi Mirror effect
4 Width V Vertical width of partition
In the Non Linear >Multi Mirror menu (4141.14), set the
5 Angle Angle of partition line
following parameters.
To set the partition position No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Press [Position]. 1 Interval H Horizontal distance between mirrors

(original width)

2 Set the following parameters. 2 Offset H Horizontal offset of image with fixed
mirrors
3 Interval V Vertical distance between mirrors
No. Parameter Adjustment (original width)
1 H Horizontal partition position 4 Offset V Vertical offset of image with fixed
2 V Vertical partition position mirrors
5 Angle Mirror angle

Mirror Settings To set the center position of original image

You can create an image reflected in the directions left to 1 Press [Position].
right, right to left, bottom to top, top to bottom, or any
combination of directions. You can also set the position of 2 Set the following parameters.
the border between the original and reflections.
No. Parameter Adjustment
Applying the Mirror effect 1 H Original image center position in
horizontal direction
In the Non Linear >Mirror menu (4141.13), set the
reflection method (multiple selection supported). 2 V Original image center position in
vertical direction
Left to Right: Reflect left side on right.
Right to Left: Reflect right side on left.
Top to Bottom: Reflect top side on bottom.
Bottom to Top: Reflect bottom side on top. Kaleidoscope Settings
You can set the number of blocks, the partition reference
point and angle, horizontal and vertical offsets, a reflection
position, and other parameters.

Left to Right Top to Bottom

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Applying the Kaleidoscope effect When [Circle], [Rectangle], [Star], or [Heart] is
In the Non Linear >Kaleidoscope menu (4141.15), set the selected
following parameters. No. Parameter Adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment 1 Magnify H Magnification ratio
1 Number Number of blocks 2 Curve H Curvature
2 Phase Angle of partition reference point 3 Size H Size
3 Offset H Horizontal offset 4 Angle Slant angle
4 Offset V Vertical offset 5 Aspect Aspect ratio

To reflect the kaleidoscope image as if in a mirror When [Bar] is selected

To reflect in the horizontal direction, press [Mirror H],
No. Parameter Adjustment
turning it on.
To reflect in the vertical direction, press [Mirror V], 1 Magnify H Magnification ratio
turning it on. 2 Curve H Curvature

To set the reflection position 3 Size H Size

4 Angle Slant angle
1 Press [Position].
When [Cross] is selected
2 Set the following parameters. Parameter group [1/2]

No. Parameter Adjustment

No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Magnify H Horizontal magnification ratio
1 H Horizontal reflection position
2 Curve H Horizontal curvature
2 V Vertical reflection position
3 Size H Horizontal size
To cyclically repeat part of the original and its
reflection Parameter group [2/2]
Press [Cyclic], turning it on. No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Magnify V Vertical magnification ratio
2 Curve V Vertical curvature
Lens Settings
3 Size V Vertical size
You can set the shape and aspect ratio of the lens, the
angle, the magnification ratio, the curvature, the size, the To make only the lens part visible
center position, and other parameters. Press [Lens Only], turning it on.
You can also choose to display only the portion of the The parts of the image outside the lens are removed.
image that is seen through the lens. To set the lens center position

Applying the Lens effect 1 Press [Position].

1 In the <Mode> group of the Non Linear >Lens menu 2 Set the following parameters.
(4141.16), select the lens shape.
No. Parameter Adjustment
Circle: Circular shape
Rectangle: Rectangular shape 1 H Lens center position in horizontal
direction
Star: Star shape
Heart: Heart shape 2 V Lens center position in vertical
direction
Bar: Bar shape
Cross: Cross shape

2 Set the following parameters, according to the selected Circle Settings

lens shape.
You can set the size of the circle. You can also make the
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Applying the Circle effect No. Parameter Adjustment
In the Non Linear >Circle menu (4141.17), set the 2 Offset Amount of turn
following parameter. 3 Angle Angle of turn
No. Parameter Adjustment
To set the input signal for the back page
1 Radius Size of circle

To make the axis of modulation vertical

1 In the <Back Video> group, select the signal input for
the back page.
Press [Mod V], turning it on.
The axis of modulation when modulating to a circle Self: Use the same signal as the front page.
becomes vertical. Flat: Use a single color.
Hue Rotation: Gradually vary the hue.
2nd Ch: Use the 2nd channel video signal.
Panorama Settings To select 2nd Ch, you must select the DME for the
second channel beforehand.
You can set the horizontal and vertical curvature, and the For details, see “DME Effects for Keys” (page 119),
curve center position. “DME Effects for Keys” (page 126), and “Combine
operation when using an SDI interface” (page 293).
Applying the Panorama effect
In the Non Linear >Panorama menu (4141.18), set the
2 Set the following parameters, according to the selected
input signal.
following parameters.
When [Flat] is selected
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Curve H Horizontal curvature No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Curve V Vertical curvature 1 Luminance Luminance
3 Position H Horizontal curve center position 2 Saturation Saturation
4 Position V Vertical curve center position 3 Hue Hue

When [Hue Rotation] is selected

Page Turn Settings No. Parameter Adjustment

There are four modes: H&V, H, V, and Off. You can select 1 Luminance Luminance
the turn position, the radius of the turned portion, the 2 Saturation Saturation
amount and angle of turning, and the input video for the 3 Speed Speed at which the hue changes
front and back pages.
Note
Applying the Page Turn effect When using a page turn effect with one channel, the
following restrictions apply.
1 In the <Split Mode> group of the Non Linear >Page • In an MVE-8000A HD system, when the input is a title,
Turn menu (4141.19), select the partition method. for example, parts of the back page other than the title
appear as black.
H&V: The image turns as it is split from the center
• For the MKS-7470X/7471X, the same restriction as
into 4 parts: left, right, upper, lower.
above applies when the signal format is 1080P only.
H: The image turns as it is split from the center into 2
parts: left, right.
V: The image turns as it is split from the center into 2
parts: upper, lower. Roll Settings
When nothing is selected (Off): There are no splits
and the image turns from the edge. There are four modes: H&V, H, V, and Off. You can select
the turn position, the radius of the turned portion, the
2 Set the following parameters. amount and angle of turning, and the input video for the
front and back pages.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Radius Radius of turn part
Applying the Roll effect
Open the Non Linear >Roll menu (4141.20).

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The items and parameters displayed in the Roll menu are Applying the Sphere effect
the same as for the Page Turn menu (see page 270). Open the Non Linear >Sphere menu (4141.22).
The items and parameters displayed in the Sphere menu
Note are the same as for the Cylinder menu (see page 271).
When using a roll effect with one channel, the following
restrictions apply. Note
• In an MVE-8000A HD system, when the input is for When using a sphere effect with one channel, the
example a title, parts of the back page other than the title following restrictions apply.
appear as black. • In an MVE-8000A HD system, when the input is for
• For the MKS-7470X/7471X, the same restriction as example a title, parts of the inner surface other than the
above applies when the signal format is 1080P only. title appear as black.
• For the MKS-7470X/7471X, the same restriction as
above applies when the signal format is 1080P only.
Cylinder Settings
You can set the degree of winding onto the cylinder, the
radius, the horizontal position of the wound image, and
Explosion Settings
front and back side output for the image. You can set the pattern shape and aspect ratio, the center
position, the amount of movement by fragments, the
Applying the Cylinder effect curvature of the transition path, and other parameters.
In the Non Linear >Cylinder menu (4141.21), set the
following parameters. Applying the Explosion effect
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 In the <Mode> group of the Non Linear >Explosion
1 Radius Degree to which image is wound onto menu (4141.25), select the explosion shape.
the cylinder
2 Min R Radius of the cylinder Circle: Circular shape
Rectangle: Rectangular shape
3 Offset Horizontal position of the image wound
onto cylinder Star: Star shape
Heart: Heart shape
To set the input signal for the back image Ellipse: Elliptical shape
The operation is the same as for the <Back Video> group
of the Page Turn menu (4141.19) (see page 270). 2 Set the following parameters, according to the selected
shape.
Note When [Circle] is selected
When using a cylinder effect with one channel, the
No. Parameter Adjustment
following restrictions apply.
• In an MVE-8000A HD system, when the input is for 1 Transition Degree of transition
example a title, parts of the inner surface other than the 2 Curve Degree of image periphery
title appear as black. expansion
• For the MKS-7470X/7471X, the same restriction as 3 Spiral Degree of curvature of transition
above applies when the signal format is 1080P only. path

When [Rectangle], [Star], [Heart], or [Ellipse] is

selected
Sphere Settings
No. Parameter Adjustment
You can set the degree of wrapping onto the sphere, the
1 Transition Degree of transition
radius, the horizontal position of the wrapped image, and
front and back side output for the image. 2 Curve Degree of image periphery
expansion
3 Aspect Aspect ratio of waveform
Note
4 Angle Slant of waveform
You cannot monitor the part of a rotating sphere that
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To turn the fragments into stardust
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Press [Pixel], turning it on. 1 H Horizontal center position of swirl
2 V Vertical center position of swirl
2 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment Melt Settings

1 Density Degree to which image disappears
You can set the degree of transition, the degree of
2 Random Degree of randomness in flying
extension in the image, the jaggedness of the melting
fragments
sections, the amplitude and frequency, amount of
To set the explosion center point movement, the speed of the melting sections, the slant of
the borders, the shape of the sections that begin to melt,
1 Press [Position]. and other parameters.

2 Set the following parameters. Applying the Melt effect

No. Parameter Adjustment 1 In the <Direction> group of the Non Linear >Melt
1 H Center point in horizontal direction menu (4141.27), select the melt method.
2 V Center point in vertical direction Up: Melting occurs upward.
Down: Melting occurs downward.

Swirl Settings 2 To make transition settings, press [Transition] and set

the following parameters.
You can set the amount of swirl, the swirl region, the
amount of rotation, and the swirl center position. No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Transition Degree of transition
Applying the Swirl effect 2 Curve Degree to which image stretches
In the Non Linear >Swirl menu (4141.26), set the 3 Random Degree of jaggedness at melted
following parameters. part

No. Parameter Adjustment 3 To make wave settings for the melting part, press
1 Transition Swirl amount [Border] and set the following parameters.
2 Center Amount of rotation in center of swirl
3 Outer Amount of rotation outside of Area No. Parameter Adjustment
4 Area Region of swirl 1 Amp Amplitude of wave
2 Freq Frequency of wave
To turn the tip of the swirl into stardust a)
3 Offset Wave phase shift offset
1 Press [Pixel], turning it on. 4 Speed b) Direction of travel and speed of
wave
2 Set the following parameters. 5 Slant Slant of border

a) Set when [Lock] is enabled.

No. Parameter Adjustment b) Set when [Lock] is disabled.
1 Density Degree to which image disappears To stop the wave in the melting part
2 Random Trail type and amount of stardust Press [Lock], turning it on.
The wave alternately stops and starts each time the button
To set the center position of the swirl is pressed.

1 Press [Position]. To select the shape of the part that starts to melt

2 Set the following parameters. 1 Press [Form].

2 Set the following parameter.

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 No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Form Type of waveform a)
Applying Special Effects
a) 1 (SINE): Sine wave
(Lighting and Recursive
2 (PARABOLA): Parabolic wave
3 (TRIANGLE): Triangular wave
4 (RECTANGLE): Rectangular wave
Effects)
5 (CIRCLE): Circular wave
6 (CUBIC): Cubic curve wave
7 (MELT1): Melt waveform 1
8 (MELT2): Melt waveform 2 Lighting Settings
To turn the melting part into stardust You can specify the intensity and color of the light and the
lighting pattern. The following lighting patterns are
1 Press [Pixel], turning it on. available:
Plane: Illumination of the entire screen.
2 Set the following parameters. Bar: Bar illumination. You can specify the width and
angle of the bar, and its softness.
No. Parameter Adjustment Preset: Lighting pattern suitable for nonlinear effects.
1 Density Degree to which image disappears
When Bar is selected, the following modes can be selected.
2 Random Degree to which pixel positions
Normal: Emphasizes the bar highlight area.
become more randomized further
from the center Specular: Creates an effect like light striking a surface
with metallic reflections.
Mat: Creates an effect like light striking paper, cloth, or
another diffusively reflective surface.
Character Trail Settings
You can set the effect starting position, the degree of Note
expansion, the slant angle of the effect region, and trail The function for setting the bar mode of the lighting area
direction, the degree to which the image disappears, the is not supported on the MVE-8000A.
trail type and amount of stardust, and other parameters.

Applying the Lighting effect

Applying the Character Trail effect
In the Non Linear >Character Trail menu (4141.28), set the 1 Open the DME >Light/Trail >Lighting menu (4151).
following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

2 Press [Lighting], turning it on.

1 Transition Position where effect starts 3 In the <Light Pattern> group, select the lighting
2 Expand Degree of expansion pattern (Plane, Bar or Preset).
3 Trans Angle Angle of slanting in effect region
4 Trail Angle Direction of trail
4 Set the following parameters, according to the selected
pattern.
To turn the tip of the trail into stardust You can make the Lighting effect more effective by
adjusting the [Total Ambient] parameter to lower the
1 Press [Pixel], turning it on. brightness of the entire image.
The [Total Ambient] setting is common to the
2 Set the following parameters. Spotlighting function.

No. Parameter Adjustment Note

1 Density Degree to which image disappears [Total Ambient] is not supported on the MVE-8000A.
2 Random Trail type and amount of stardust
When [Plane] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Light Intensity of light in highlight area

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 No. Parameter Adjustment
5 Total Brightness of whole image
Center point
Ambient Angle of
of bar
bar

When [Bar] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment Width of

bar
1 Light Intensity of light in highlight area
2 Ambient Intensity of light in ambient area
5 Total Brightness of whole image
Ambient
Setting the color of the light in the
When [Preset] is selected highlight area
No. Parameter Adjustment 1 In the DME >Light/Trail >Lighting menu (4151),
1 Light Intensity of light in highlight area press [Light Color].
2 Ambient Intensity of light in ambient area
3 Shade a)
Intensity of light in shade area
2 Set the following parameters.

5 Total Brightness of whole image

Ambient No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance
a) Setting is available when Page Turn, Roll, Cylinder, or Sphere
nonlinear effect is selected. 2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue

Shade
area Ambient Setting the bar shape of the shade area
area
When [Preset] is selected in step 3 of “Applying the
Highlight Lighting effect” (page 273), set the bar shape of the shade
area area.

1 In the DME >Light/Trail >Lighting menu (4151),

press [Shade Modify].

Setting the bar shape of the highlight area

2 Set the following parameters.

When [Bar] or [Preset] is selected in step 3 of “Applying No. Parameter Adjustment

the Lighting effect” (page 273), set the bar shape.
1 X X-value of bar center point
1 In the DME >Light/Trail >Lighting menu (4151), 4 Width Width of bar
press [Light Modify]. 5 Soft Softness of boundary

2 Set the following parameters.

Setting the color of the light in the shade
area
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 X X-value of bar center point 1 In the DME >Light/Trail >Lighting menu (4151),
2 Y Y-value of bar center point press [Shade Color].
3 Angle a) Angle of bar
4 Width Width of bar
2 Set the following parameters.

5 Soft Softness of boundary

No. Parameter Adjustment
a) There are some nonlinear effects for which this cannot be set. 1 Luminance Luminance
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue

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Setting the bar mode of the highlight area
When [Bar] is selected in step 3 of “Applying the Lighting With no selection With a selection
made in the <Bar made in the <Bar
effect” (page 273), set the bar mode of the highlight area. Light Mode> group Light Mode> group
Width
Note
The bar mode of the highlight area is not supported on the
MVE-8000A.

1 In the <Bar Light Mode> of the DME >Light/Trail

>Lighting menu (4151), select the bar mode.
Bar Light Diffuse Light
Normal: Emphasizes the bar highlight area.
Specular: Creates an effect like light striking a surface Diffuse Light
with metallic reflections.
Mat: Creates an effect like light striking paper, cloth, Bar Light
or another diffusively reflective surface.

2 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

Offset = 0
1 Intensity Intensity of diffuse light area
2 Offset Offset of center of diffuse light area
3 Width Width of diffuse light area
4 Soft Softness of diffuse light area Trail Settings
3 When [Normal] or [Mat] is selected in step 1, press Note
[Bar Diffuse Color] to set the color of the diffuse light
area and set the following parameters. Enabling Trail automatically disables Motion Decay,
Keyframe Strobe, or Wind if it is set.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance Applying the Trail effect
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue
1 Open the DME >Light/Trail >Trail menu (4152).

2 Press [Trail], turning it on.

3 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Decay Amount of afterimage displayed a)
2 Interval Freeze interval
3 Live Proportion of time between frozen
images for inserting live video

a) 0.00 represents no afterimage. 100.00 represents no decay in the

afterimage.

Selecting the priority between the current

image and superimposed trail
In the <Priority> group of the DME >Light/Trail >Trail
menu (4152), select the way in which the images are
overlaid.
Over: Input image is on top.
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Selecting the afterimage trail signal When the effect passes a keyframe, the afterimage is
In the <Trail Source> group of the DME >Light/Trail erased before writing a new afterimage.
>Trail menu (4152), select the image to insert in the
afterimage trail. Selecting the freeze timing
In the <Trail Freeze Timing> group of the DME >Light/
Notes Trail >Trail menu (4152), select the timing for freezing a
• [Rainbow], [Mix Color], and [Ext Video] cannot be trail.
selected on the MVE-8000A. Frame: Freeze in frame units.
• Only [Mix Color] or [Ext Video] can be used between Field: Freeze in field units.
the Background (see page 286), Flex Shadow (see
page 248), Trail, and Wind (see page 279) effects. If Note
[Mix Color] or [Ext Video] is selected for one of these The freeze timing setting is not required when the
effects, the [Mix Color] or [Ext Video] for the other following signal formats are being used.
effects is disabled, and [Flat Color] is selected in its 1080P/50, 1080P/59.94, 1080PsF/23.98, 1080PsF/24,
place. 1080PsF/25, 1080PsF/29.97, 720P/50, 720P/59.94
• When executing a 4-channel combination, [Mix Color]
and [Ext Video] cannot be selected.
Defocusing the afterimage portion (Defocus)
Freeze Video: Freeze the input image to use as the
afterimage. Note
Flat Color: Uses a single color matte as the afterimage.
You can set the following parameters. The function to defocus the trail afterimage portion is not
supported on the MVE-8000A.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Luminance Luminance
1 In the DME >Light/Trail >Trail menu (4152), press
[Defocus], turning it on.
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue 2 Set the following parameters.
Hue Rotate: Use a color matte whose hue varies slightly
with each frame for the trail of the afterimages. You No. Parameter Adjustment
can set the following parameters. 1 Defocus V Degree of defocusing of the video
signal
No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Defocus K Degree of defocusing of the key
1 Luminance Luminance signal
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Speed Speed at which the hue changes To turn the afterimage portion into stardust
Mix Color: Insert a mix color signal (see page 253) in the The afterimage portion becomes stardust, and gradually
afterimage portion. disappears.
Ext Video: Insert an external video signal input to the Ext
IN connector in the afterimage portion. 1 In the DME >Light/Trail >Trail menu (4152), press
Rainbow: Use a freeze image with the hue changing every [Dust], turning it on.
frame in the afterimage portion. The difference from
[Hue Rotate] is that many colors appear 2 Set the following parameters.
simultaneously. You can set the following parameters.
No. Parameter Adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Trail Dust Amount of the afterimage
1 Luminance Luminance disappearing as stardust a)
2 Saturation Saturation 2 Dust Soft Timing with which stardust
3 Hue Speed Speed at which the hue changes disappears
3 Dust Size Size of stardust
Erasing the afterimages that remain in 4 Dust Aspect Aspect ratio of stardust
memory whenever a keyframe is passed
a) The way in which the afterimage disappears is affected by both
In the DME >Light/Trail >Trail menu (4152), press [Trail Decay and Trail Dust parameter adjustments.
Eraser], turning it on.

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Setting a combine process
No. Parameter Adjustment
Select whether to add the Trail effect before or after the
1 Video Degree of decay of the video signal
combine. Decay a)

Notes a) 0.00 represents no afterimage. 100.00 represents no decay in the

afterimage.
• The combine process function is not supported on the
MVE-8000A. 4 In the <Decay Mix Mode> group, select the way in
• When you change the selection in the <Combine which the video signal is blurred.
Process> group, the afterimages which had been added
up to then disappear. Soft: Mix the live image and the afterimage.
• When you do not combine images, the Trail effect only Hard: Show the brighter parts of the live image and
is applied, regardless of the selection in the <Combine afterimage.
Process> group.
Erasing the afterimages that remain in
In the <Combine Process> group of the DME >Light/Trail memory whenever a keyframe is passed
>Trail menu (4152), select one of the following.
In the DME >Light/Trail >Motion Decay menu (4153),
Combine −> Trail: Add the Trail effect after the combine.
press [Decay Eraser], turning it on.
The trail parameter data for the channel with the
When the effect passes a keyframe, the afterimage is
lowest number among the channels being combined is
erased before writing a new afterimage.
enabled.
Trail −> Combine: Add the Trail effect before the
combine. Trails parameters can be set independently Selecting the freeze timing
for each channel. In the <Decay Freeze Timing> group of the DME >Light/
Trail >Motion Decay menu (4153), select the timing for
freezing motion decay.
Frame: Freeze in frame units.
Field: Freeze in field units.

Note
The freeze timing setting is not required when the
following signal formats are being used.
1080P/50, 1080P/59.94, 1080PsF/23.98, 1080PsF/24,
Combine −> Trail Trail −> Combine
1080PsF/25, 1080PsF/29.97, 720P/50, 720P/59.94

To turn the afterimage portion into stardust

Motion Decay Settings The afterimage portion becomes stardust, and gradually
disappears.
Note

Enabling Motion Decay automatically disables Trail,

1 In the DME >Light/Trail >Motion Decay menu
(4153), press [Dust], turning it on.
Keyframe Strobe, or Wind if it is set.
2 Set the following parameters.
Blurring image motion
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Open the DME >Light/Trail >Motion Decay menu
1 Decay Dust Amount of the afterimage
(4153). disappearing as stardust a)
2 Dust Soft Timing with which stardust
2 Press [Motion Decay], turning it on. disappears

3 Set the following parameter. 3 Dust Size Size of stardust

4 Dust Aspect Aspect ratio of stardust

a) The way in which the afterimage disappears is affected by both the

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 Erasing the afterimages that remain in
Keyframe Strobe Settings memory whenever a keyframe is passed
In the DME >Light/Trail >KF Strobe menu (4154), press
Note
[KF Strobe Eraser], turning it on.
Enabling keyframe strobe automatically disables Trail, When the effect passes a keyframe, the afterimage is
Motion Decay, or Wind if it is set. erased before writing a new afterimage.

Leaving a trail of afterimages To turn the afterimage portion into

stardust
1 Open the DME >Light/Trail >KF Strobe menu (4154). The afterimage portion becomes stardust, and gradually
disappears.
2 Press [KF Strobe], turning it on.

3 Set the following parameter.

1 In the DME >Light/Trail >KF Strobe menu (4154),
press [Dust], turning it on.

No. Parameter Adjustment 2 Set the following parameters.

1 Decay Degree of decay of the video signal
a)
No. Parameter Adjustment
a) 0.00 represents no afterimage. 100.00 represents no decay in the 1 KF Strobe Amount of the afterimage
afterimage. Dust disappearing as stardust a)
2 Dust Soft Timing with which stardust
disappears
Selecting the overlay priority for movie and
still images (video freeze image) 3 Dust Size Size of stardust
4 Dust Aspect ratio of stardust
In the <Priority> group of the DME >Light/Trail >KF
Aspect
Strobe menu (4154), select the way in which the images
are overlaid. a) The way in which the afterimage disappears is affected by both the
Over: The movie is on top, and the still image is keyframe strobe Decay and KF Strobe Dust parameter adjustments.
underneath.
Under: The movie is underneath, and the still image is on Disabling the keyframe strobe afterimage
top.
Mix: The movie and still images are mixed. You can set In the DME >Light/Trail >KF Strobe menu (4154), press
the following parameter. [KF Strobe Disable], turning it on.
If this function is enabled when creating a keyframe, even
No. Parameter Adjustment as the effect passes a keyframe, no afterimage remains.
1 Mix Mix amount of the still image with
respect to the movie a) Setting a combine process
a) The 0.00 setting is the same as Over. 100.00 is the same as Under. Select whether to add the Keyframe Strobe effect before or
after the combine.
Selecting the freeze timing
Notes
In the <KF Freeze Timing> group of the DME >Light/
Trail >KF Strobe menu (4154), select the timing for • The combine process function is not supported on the
freezing a keyframe strobe. MVE-8000A.
Frame: Freeze in frame units. • When you change the selection in the <Combine
Field: Freeze in field units. Process> group, the afterimages which had been added
up to then disappear.
Note • When you do not combine images, the Keyframe Strobe
effect only is applied, regardless of the selection in the
The freeze timing setting is not required when the <Combine Process> group.
following signal formats are being used.
1080P/50, 1080P/59.94, 1080PsF/23.98, 1080PsF/24, In the <Combine Process> group of the DME >Light/Trail
1080PsF/25, 1080PsF/29.97, 720P/50, 720P/59.94 >KF Strobe menu (4154), select one of the following.
Combine −> KF STRB: Add the Keyframe Strobe effect
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 The parameter data for the channel with the lowest
number among the channels being combined is No. Parameter Adjustment
enabled. 1 Luminance Luminance
KF STRB −> Combine: Add the Keyframe Strobe effect 2 Saturation Saturation
before the combine.
3 Hue Hue
Parameters can be set independently for each channel.
Hue Rotate: Use a color matte whose hue varies slightly
with each frame for the trail of the afterimages. You
Wind Settings can set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

Notes 1 Luminance Luminance
• The wind function is not supported on the MVE-8000A. 2 Saturation Saturation
• Enabling Wind automatically disables Trail, Motion 3 Hue Speed Speed at which the hue changes
Decay, or Keyframe Strobe if it is set.
Mix Color: Insert a mix color signal (see page 253) in the
afterimage portion.
Applying the Wind effect Ext Video: Insert an external video signal input to the Ext
IN connector in the afterimage portion.
1 Open the DME >Light/Trail >Wind menu (4155). Rainbow: Use a freeze image with the hue changing every
frame in the afterimage portion. The difference from
2 Press [Wind], turning it on. [Hue Rotate] is that many colors appear
simultaneously. You can set the following parameters.
3 Set the following parameters.
No. Parameter Adjustment

No. Parameter Adjustment 1 Luminance Luminance

1 Decay Amount of afterimage displayed a) 2 Saturation Saturation

2 Shift H Extension in the horizontal 3 Hue Speed Speed at which the hue changes
direction
3 Shift V Extension in the vertical direction Modulating the afterimage portion
(Modulation)
a) 0.00 represents no afterimage. 100.00 represents no decay in the
afterimage.
1 In the DME >Light/Trail >Wind menu (4155), press
[Modulation], turning it on.
Selecting the signal for the afterimage
portion 2 Set the following parameters.
In the <Wind Source> group of the DME >Light/Trail
>Wind menu (4155), select the image to insert in the No. Parameter Adjustment
afterimage trail.
1 Amp H Horizontal amplitude of the wave
2 Freq H Frequency of wave in horizontal
Notes direction
• Only [Mix Color] or [Ext Video] can be used between 3 Amp V Vertical amplitude of the wave
the Background (see page 286), Flex Shadow (see 4 Freq V Frequency of wave in vertical
page 248), Trail (see page 275), and Wind effects. If direction
[Mix Color] or [Ext Video] is selected for one of these
effects, the [Mix Color] or [Ext Video] for the other Other settings
effects is disabled, and [Flat Color] is selected in its You can also set <Priority> group, <Wind Freeze Timing>
place. group, <Combine Process> group, [Wind Eraser],
• When executing a 4-channel combination, [Mix Color] [Defocus], and [Dust] settings.
and [Ext Video] cannot be selected. The operation is the same as <Priority> group, <Trail
Freeze Timing> group, <Combine Process> group, [Trail
Freeze Video: Freeze the input image to use as the Eraser], [Defocus], and [Dust] in the Trail menu (4152).
afterimage.
Flat Color: Uses a single color matte as the afterimage. For details, see “Trail Settings” (page 275).
You can set the following parameters.

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Spotlighting Settings
You can set up to three light sources (lights 1 to 3).

Notes
• The Spotlighting effect is not supported on the MVE- Image before Coordinate axis = Move
8000A. movement Texture moves together
• The BZDM-9050 Texture Lighting Software (for MVE- with DME image.

9000) is required to set lights 2 and 3.

• When the global effect combiner function is enabled, the Fix: The texture does not move, even if the DME image
settings of the lowest-numbered channel selected for the moves.
combiner are enabled.

Adjustments to the image surface

The following adjustments can be made to the image
surface struck by the light.
• Adjusting the brightness of the whole image
• Selecting the image surface effect Image before Coordinate axis = Fix
• Test sphere function movement Texture does not move,
• Adjusting the roughness of the image surface even if DME image moves.
• Coordinate axis on surface of image
• Texture deformations Texture deformations
You can change the texture pattern, position, and size, and
Selecting the image surface effect use the replication function.
Flat: The image surface is unchanged, causing the selected The following figure shows examples of a texture pattern
light source to appear as the effect. replicated in the X and Y directions.
Texture: A texture appears on the surface of the image.
Textures can be selected from among 30 patterns (see
page 547).
Non Linear: Spotlighting effect is applied to an area to
which a DME nonlinear effect is applied.

Note Source image Replication in X

direction
The BZDM-9050 is required to enable [Texture] and [Non
Linear] settings on the MVE-9000.
Test sphere function
A test sphere is a translucent sphere virtually embedded in
the center of the input picture to provide an intuitive way
for you to check the position and direction of the spotlight. Replication in Y Replication in X and Y
When you change the position or direction of a light direction directions
source, the side of the sphere closest to the light source
grows brighter.
Setting the light source
For details, see “Relation between test spheres and
parallel light rays” (page 282). Light source types
The following type of spotlight light sources are available.
Coordinate axis on surface of image Parallel: Parallel light source
Specify where to apply the texture or test sphere on the Point: Point light source. As the light source is placed
image surface. further away, the illuminated range becomes wider
Move: The texture moves together with the DME image. and the light becomes weaker.
Line: Line light source
Whole: Non-directional light source which illuminates the
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 Light source Light source Background

Front view Spotlight

Point No effect FRGD selected

Parallel

Light source

BKGD selected Both selected

Line Whole
Surface Flat
For the currently selected light source only, you can
forcibly make the image surface effect flat.
Linking and unlinking image and spotlight This is effective when you have selected texture as the
The spotlight can move together with a DME image, or be image surface effect and want a flat effect for one light
fixed in place. source only.
Source: Place the light source in source space. The
spotlight is linked and moves when the image moves. Light shape
Target: Place the light source in target space. The Creates the spotlight shape.
spotlight does not move, even when the image moves. • Select the shape pattern (see page 547).
• Set the size, degree of deformation, softness, and
Spotlight
rotation angle.
Ring settings
Shines the light with a hole in the middle, like a doughnut.
Adjust the following parameters.
Offset: Distance to move the center of the ring from the
initial position (the position set when selecting the
Image before movement light source in the <Spot Mode> group).
Radius: Inner side radius of the ring.
Angle: When Offset is set, the rotation angle of the ring
around the initial center position.

Angle: Rotation angle

Initial center position

Angle Radius

Coordinate axis = Source Coordinate axis = Target

Spotlight moves together Spotlight does not move,
with DME image. even if DME image moves.
Offset

Selecting the illuminated area

You can select the area lit by the spotlight.
FRGD: The light strikes the image foreground.
BKGD: The light strikes the image background.
Both: The light strikes both the image foreground and
background. Fill blending modes
Specifies the way in which the light is blended with the
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Mix: Lighting as if reflected from a mirror. The light of two setting values are the same, the effect is the same
source can be given a color. even if the integral parts are different.
Multiply: Lighting as if reflected from a dull surface The integral part of a setting value is used when moving a
(diffuse reflection). light source with keyframes.
For example, when the longitude of a light source rotates in
the clockwise direction from 0.88 (315°) to 0.12 (45°), it
Relation between test spheres and parallel rotates in the counterclockwise direction (the angle grows
light rays smaller) if the above values are used. In this case, the value
The following figure shows an example of the effect of of the second keyframe can be set to 1.12 (360° + 45°).
parallel rays on a test sphere.
KF1 = 0.88
Test sphere

KF2 = 0.12
Test
sphere
Light rays
KF2 = 1.12
The direction of the light is defined by longitude and
latitude.
• Longitude: A direction (angle), expressed as a plus value
for clockwise rotation in the plus direction with respect
to the X axis of the input picture.
• Latitude: Latitude
Setting the surface where light strikes the
The following figure shows the relationship between the
longitude and latitude of parallel rays, input picture, and image
test sphere.
1 Open the DME >Light/Trail >Spot Lighting menu
(4156).
Z-axis
Latitude=+0.25
Parallel rays
2 Press [Spot Lighting], turning it on.

3 Set the following parameter.

You can make the Spot Lighting effect more effective
Latitude by adjusting the [Total Ambient] parameter to lower
X-axis the brightness of the entire image.
Input Longitude
The [Total Ambient] setting is common to the
picture Y- Lighting function.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Total Brightness of whole image
Test sphere
Ambient

Latitude=–0.25 4 In the <Surface Select> group, select the state of the

surface struck by the light.
The measurement unit of direction parameters is the number
of rotations, with 360° (1 rotation) expressed as 1.00. Flat: The image surface is unchanged. This causes the
The following relationships apply in the example shown in selected light source to appear as the effect.
the figure. Texture: A texture appears on the surface.
Non Linear: Spotlighting effect is applied to an area
Parameter Setting Angle to which a DME nonlinear effect is applied.
Longitude 0.12 45°
Latitude 0.12 45° Notes

The fractional part of the setting after the decimal point • The BZDM-9050 Texture Lighting Software (for
corresponds to an angle 0° to 360°. If the fractional parts MVE-9000) is required to enable [Texture] or [Non

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 Linear]. An install key must be entered to use the The Texture Ptn Select menu (4156.1) appears.
software. In the status area, two lists appear. The list on the left
For details, see “Configuring Settings to Use the displays the number and name of the currently selected
Software” (page 416). texture. The list on the right is used for selecting the
• The Spotlighting [Non Linear] setting is effective texture.
for the following nonlinear effects. For other effects,
the result is the same as selecting [Flat]. 2 In the <Texture Pattern> group, select the texture
Wave, Mosaic Glass, Flag, Ripple, Lens, Panorama, pattern list.
Page Turn, Roll.
User: User-created texture patterns (see page 417)
5 When [Texture] or [Non Linear] is selected in step 4, Factory: Texture patterns provided by default.
set the following parameters.
3 Select a texture pattern.
When [Texture] is selected
4 Press [Set].
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 X Movement in X-axis direction a) To set a test sphere
2 Y Movement in Y-axis direction b)
1 In the Spot Lighting menu (4156), press [Test Sphere],
3 Size X Image size in X-axis direction turning it on.
4 Size Y Image size in Y-axis direction
A test sphere effect appears on the surface of the
5 Amp Emphasize bumps and image.
depressions c)

a) Minus moves left, plus moves right. 2 Set the following parameter.
b) Minus moves down, plus moves up.
c) Plus emphasizes bumps in texture, minus emphasizes depressions.
0.00 is a flat surface. No. Parameter Adjustment

When [Non Linear] is selected 5 Amp Light separation distance a)

a) Light appears from Z direction. At –100.00 the light is directed

No. Parameter Adjustment toward the rear, at +100.00 the whole image is lit like a flat effect.
5 Amp Light separation distance a)
For details about the relationship of test spheres and
a) Light appears from Z direction. At –100.00 the light is directed light sources, see “Relation between test spheres and
toward the rear, at +100.00 the whole image is lit like a flat effect. parallel light rays” (page 282).

6 When [Texture] is selected in step 4, select a pattern

Setting light sources
(see page 283).
Up to three light sources (Light 1 to Light 3) for
7 When [Texture] is selected in step 4, select the way it Spotlighting can be set in the menu.
is applied in the <Surface Axis> group. The following three light source menus are available.

Move: The texture moves together with the DME Light source Menu
image. Light 1 DME >Light/Trail >Spot Lighting >Light 1
Fix: The texture does not move, even if the DME (4156.3)
image moves. Light 2 DME >Light/Trail >Spot Lighting >Light 2
For details about how it is applied, see “Coordinate (4156.5)
axis on surface of image” (page 280). Light 3 DME >Light/Trail >Spot Lighting >Light 3
(4156.7)
Note This section describes setting Light 1 as an example.
When [Non Linear] is selected in step 4, [Fix] is
disabled, if selected, and the behavior is the same as Note
[Move]. The BZDM-9050 Texture Lighting Software (for MVE-
To select a texture pattern 9000) is required to enable Light 2 and Light 3. An install
key must be entered to use the software.
1 In the Spot Lighting menu (4156), press [Texture Ptn
Select]. For details, see “Configuring Settings to Use the
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1 In the <Spot Lighting Adjust> group of the DME b) Minus moves left, plus moves right.
c) Minus moves down, plus moves up.
>Light/Trail >Spot Lighting menu (4156), press d) Minus moves forward, plus moves toward the rear.
[Light 1].
The Light 1 menu (4156.3) appears. 6 In the <Axis Select> group, select the space in which
to place the light source.
2 Press [Light 1], turning it on. Source: Place the light source in source space. The
spotlight moves when the image moves.
3 Set the following parameters. Target: Place the light source in target space. The
You can make the Spot Lighting effect more effective spotlight does not move, even when the image
by adjusting the [Total Ambient] parameter to lower moves.
the brightness of the entire image. For details about the space in which to place the light
The [Total Ambient] setting is common to the source, see “Linking and unlinking image and
Lighting function. spotlight” (page 281).

No. Parameter Adjustment To set a test sphere

1 Total Brightness of whole image
Ambient 1 In the Light 1 menu (4156.3), press [Test Sphere],
2 Intensity Intensity (brightness) of the light
turning it on.
source
A test sphere effect appears on the surface of the
3 Soft Softness of the illuminated area image.
4 In the <Spot Mode> group, select the type of light 2 Set the following parameter.
source (see page 280).
Parallel: Parallel light source The direction can be set. No. Parameter Adjustment
Point: Point light source The position can be set. 5 Amp Light separation distance a)
Line: Line light source The position and angle can be
set. a) Light appears from Z direction. At –100.00 the light is directed
Whole: Non-directional light source which toward the rear, at +100.00 the whole image is lit like a flat effect.
illuminates the whole image To set the illuminated area
In the <Area Select> group of the Light 1 menu (4156.3),
5 Set the following parameters, according to the selected select one of the following.
light source type. FRGD: The light strikes the image foreground.
When [Parallel] is selected BKGD: The light strikes the image background.
Both: The light strikes both the image foreground and
No. Parameter Adjustment background.
1 Longitude Longitude a)
For details about the illuminated area, see “Selecting the
2 Latitude Latitude
illuminated area” (page 281).
When [Point] is selected
Notes
No. Parameter Adjustment
• When [Multiply] is selected in the <Fill Blending
1 X Movement in X-axis direction b)
Mode> group of the Light Color Adjust menu (4156.4)
2 Y Movement in Y-axis direction c) (see page 285), the lighting effect is not applied to the
3 Z Movement in Z-axis direction d) background, even if [BKGD] or [Both] is selected.
• When [Brilliancy] is set to 100.0 in the <Fill Source>
When [Line] is selected group of the Light Color Adjust menu (4156.4) (see
page 285), the lighting effect is not applied to the
No. Parameter Adjustment
background, even if [BKGD] or [Both] is selected.
1 X Movement in X-axis direction b) • When the global effect combiner is set to [Mix] or
2 Y Movement in Y-axis direction c) [Depth], the lighting effect is not applied to the
3 Z Movement in Z-axis direction d) background, even if [BKGD] or [Both] is selected.
4 Longitude Longitude a) To set Surface Flat
In the Light 1 menu (4156.3), press [Surface Flat], turning
a) Minus moves counterclockwise, plus moves clockwise.
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When other than [Flat] is selected in the <Surface Select> No. Parameter Adjustment
group of the Spot Lighting menu (4156), only the part of
3 Angle Rotation angle of ring a)
the surface being struck by the currently set light from the
light source is shown in the state as if [Flat] had been a) –1.00 is one rotation in the counterclockwise direction. +1.00 is one
selected. rotation in the clockwise direction.

To set the shape of the lighting

Note
1 In the Light 1 menu (4156.3), press [Shape], turning it There is no [Radius] parameter setting when [Line] is
on. selected in the <Spot Mode> group.

2 Set the following parameters. To rotate the ring

1 In the Light 1 menu (4156.3), press [Ring Speed],

No. Parameter Adjustment turning it on.
1 Shape Ptn Shape pattern a)
When [Ring] is selected, the display of the 3rd
2 Size Shape size
parameter changes.
3 Deform Amount of shape deformation b)
4 Soft Softness of shape pattern 2 Set the following parameter.
c)
5 Angle Angle of shape pattern rotation
No. Parameter Adjustment
a) See page 547.
b) 0 is a round shape, and 100 is the shape of the pattern. Smaller values 3 Speed Rotation speed and direction a)
make the pattern more rounded.
c) –1.00 is one rotation in the counterclockwise direction. +1.00 is one a) –100.00 is four rotations per second in the counterclockwise
rotation in the clockwise direction. direction, and +100.00 is four rotations per second in the clockwise
direction. 0.00 stops the rotation.
To rotate the shape pattern
To invert the illuminated area
1 In the Light 1 menu (4156.3), press [Shape Speed], In the Light 1 menu (4156.3), press [Light Invert], turning
turning it on. it on.

When [Shape] is selected, the display of the 5th To add color to the light source
parameter changes.
1 In the Light 1 menu (4156.3), press [Light Color
2 Set the following parameters. Adjust].
The Light Color Adjust menu (4156.4) appears.
No. Parameter Adjustment
5 Speed Rotation speed and direction a) 2 In the <Fill Blending Mode> group, select how the
light and image should be blended.
a) –100.00 is four rotations per second in the counterclockwise
direction, and +100.00 is four rotations per second in the clockwise Mix: Lighting as if reflected from a mirror.
direction. 0.00 stops the rotation.
Multiply: Light as if reflected from a dull surface
To change the light to a ring shape (diffuse reflection).

Note
3 When [Mix] is selected, select the fill color in the <Fill
Source> group.
When [Parallel] or [Whole] is selected in the <Spot Mode>
group, the Ring parameter cannot be set if Shape is Flat Color: A single color matte
disabled. Hue Rotation: Color matte with a color that gradually
varies
1 In the Light 1 menu (4156.3), press [Ring].
4 Set the following parameters, according to the fill
2 Set the following parameters. color selection.
When [Flat Color] is selected
No. Parameter Adjustment
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Offset Offset from center position (radius)
1 Luminance Luminance
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2 Saturation Saturation Applying Special Effects
3
4
Hue
Brilliancy
Hue
Brilliance of surface struck by light
(Other Effects)
a)

When [Hue Rotation] is selected Background Settings

No. Parameter Adjustment You can add a color to the background or input an external
1 Luminance Luminance signal to use as the background of the image.
2 Saturation Saturation
3 Speed Speed at which the hue changes b) Note

4 Brilliancy Brilliance of surface struck by light A background signal cannot be selected on the MVE-
a)
8000A.
a) At 100.00, the image beneath the light shines through.
b) –12.00 is a 360° rotation every second in the counterclockwise Setting the background
direction. +12.00 is a 360° rotation every second in the clockwise
direction.
1 Open the DME >Input/Output >Bkgd menu (4161).
Copying or swapping light source settings 2 Press [Bkgd], turning it on.
You can copy or swap the setting from one light source
(Light 1 to Light 3) to another light source. On the MVE-8000A, adjust the color using the
parameters.
1 In the Spot Lighting menu (4156), press [Copy/Swap]. On the MVE-9000 or MKS-7470X/7471X, you can
adjust the color using the parameters when [Flat
The Copy/Swap menu (4156.2) appears. Color] is selected in the <Bkgd Fill> group.
In the status area, two lists appear. The copy or swap
sources are displayed on the left, and the copy or swap 3 Set the following parameters.
destinations are displayed on the right.
No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Select the target data.
1 Luminance Luminance
3 Press [Copy] to copy, or [Swap] to swap. 2 Saturation Saturation
3 Hue Hue
To undo a copy or swap
Press [Undo] to return settings to their values before the
copy or swap. Selecting the signal for the background
area
When using the MVE-9000 or MKS-7470X/7471X, you
can select the signal for the background area.
Operate with [Bkgd] enabled.

1 In the <Bkgd Fill> group of the DME >Input/Output

>Bkgd menu (4161), select one of the following.
Flat Color: Single color
Mix Color: Mix color signal set in the DME >Edge
>Color Mix menu (4117) (see page 253)
Ext Video: External video signal input to the Ext IN
connector

Notes
• Only [Mix Color] or [Ext Video] can be used
between the Background, Flex Shadow (see
page 248), Trail (see page 275), and Wind (see

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 page 279) effects. If [Mix Color] or [Ext Video] is Enabling/disabling shaped video
selected for one of these effects, the [Mix Color] or
[Ext Video] for the other effects is disabled, and 1 Open the DME >Input/Output >Video/Key menu
[Flat Color] is selected in its place. (4162).
• When executing a 4-channel combination, [Mix
Color] and [Ext Video] cannot be selected. 2 In the <Shaped Video> group, select the target video
signal to set.
2 When [Flat Color] is selected in step 1, set the
following parameters. Front Input: The Front image of the input video
signal is treated as shaped video.
Back Input: The Back image of the input video signal
No. Parameter Adjustment
is treated as shaped video.
1 Luminance Luminance Output: The output video signal is treated as shaped
2 Saturation Saturation video.
3 Hue Hue About enabling/disabling shaped video input
(Front Input/Back Input)
Enable/disable shaped video to match the input video
Separate Sides Settings signals.
For example, enable shaped video input when the input
This applies different video signals and key signals to the video signal is a processed key signal like a CG image.
front and back of the image. Disable shaped video input when the input video signal is
not a processed key, for example, when a video signal
Setting Separate Sides taken with a camera is removed using a key signal, such as
a title.
1 Open the DME >Input/Output >Video/Key menu About shaped video output settings (Output)
(4162). Enable/disable shaped video output of the output video
signal to match enable/disable state of the switcher clean
2 Press [Separate Side], turning it on. mode.
Separate Sides is enabled. If the video and key signals When shaped video output is enabled, it is recommended
currently being output to the monitor are the front side, that the switcher key type be set to linear key.
you can select the Front signals. If they are the back
side, you can select the Back signals. Video and key About the relationship between shaped
signals are selected using the cross-point control video output and effects
blocks of each M/E bank or the PGM/PST bank.
When shaped video output is disabled, the video signal
before key processing is output. The following state
occurs, according to the selected effect.
Shaped Video Settings (a) The output video signal is affected by the key signal.
(b) A different image appears in the parts removed by key
For each of the front and back sides of the image, this
processing.
specifies whether to handle input video from the switcher
(c) There is no change in the output video signal for effects
as shaped video (processed key signals).
which are applied to key signals only.
You can also make these settings for the output video.
When multiple effects are applied, the order of priority is
(a) > (b) > (c).
Notes The following explains the relationship between effects
• When using an SDI interface with the [PROC KEY] not and states (a), (b), and (c).
selected in the output destination buttons, the shaped (a) The output video signal is affected by the key
video function is enabled. signal
• When using a dedicated interface or SDI interface with The output video signal is affected by the key signal when
[PROC KEY] selected in the output destination buttons, the following effects are selected. To prevent the signal
the shaped video setting is always enabled since the from being affected, set the DME key source to [Int Key],
input video signal to the first channel is always set to the or choose an appropriate input key signal.
processed key signal on the switcher. The second to Page Turn, Roll, Cylinder, Sphere, Spotlighting, global
fourth channel signals are disabled. The output video is effects (Combiner, Brick, Shadow)
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(b) A different image appears in the parts
removed by key processing Key Density Settings
The following states result, depending on the selected
You can adjust the key density for the key signal input to
effect.
the DME.
Removal with the key can be checked by enabling the
background.
Border, Beveled Edge: Added also to the outer side of the Setting the key density
cropped video signal.
Trail, Keyframe Strobe: The key signal level of the 1 Open the DME >Input/Output >Video/Key menu
afterimage portion varies with adjustments of the (4162).
[Decay] parameter, but the afterimage portion of the
video signal does not disappear until [Trail Eraser] 2 Press [Key Density], turning it on.
([KF Strobe Eraser]) is enabled or the effect is
disabled. 3 Set the following parameter.
Lighting: The Lighting effect is applied to the whole
picture.
No. Parameter Adjustment
Spotlighting: When [BKGD] or [Both] is selected in the
<Area Select> group, light strikes the entire 1 Key Density Key density
background.
(c) No change in the output video signal for Key Source Selection
effects which are applied to key signals only
The following states result, depending on the selected You can select either the key signals received from the
effect. switcher or the key signals generated in the DME for
Removal with the key can be checked by enabling the application to the front and back of the image.
background.
Crop: The Crop effect is applied to the key signal only.
The video signal does not change. Selecting the key source
Edge Soft: The Edge Soft effect is applied to the key
signal only. The video signal does not change. Note
Shadow, Flex Shadow, Combine Shadow: The key
When shaped video (see page 287) is enabled, the key
signal density changes. The video signal does not
source cannot be selected. It is fixed to [Ext Key].
change.
Fade: The key signal density changes according to depth
information. The video signal does not change.
1 Open the DME >Input/Output >Video/Key menu
(4162).
Key Density: The key signal density changes. The video
signal does not change.
2 Select the key source in the <Front Key> group for the
front input signal and in the <Back Key> group for the
back input signal.
Invert Settings
Ext Key: Use the key signal sent from the switcher as
This effect inverts the input video signal and/or key signal the key source.
horizontally or vertically. You can make separate settings Int Key: Use the full-size DME internal key signal as
for the front and back. the key source.
Lum Key: Use the input video luminance signal as the
key source.
Applying the Invert effect

1 Open the DME >Input/Output >Video/Key menu

3 When [Ext Key] or [Lum Key] is selected, set the
following parameters.
(4162).

2 Select the invert direction in the <Front> group for the No. Parameter Adjustment
front input signal and in the <Back> group for the back 1 Clip Reference level for key signal
input signal. generation
2 Gain Key sensitivity
H Invert: Invert video and key signals horizontally.
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 Notes
• On the MVE-9000 or MKS-7470X/7471X, there is no
restriction on the <Interpolation Mode> group and
• [Ext Key] and [Lum Key] in the <Front Key> group <Filter Mode> group settings due to the signal format.
share the [Clip] and [Gain] parameter settings. On the MVE-8000A, there is no restriction on the <Filter
Similarly, [Ext Key] and [Lum Key] in the <Back Mode> group settings due to the signal format.
Key> group share the [Clip] and [Gain] parameter • The anti-moiré filter is effective when using the MVE-
settings. 8000A.
• The [Ext Key] parameter setting is only enabled
when the shaped video setting is disabled.
Selecting an interpolation method

1 Open the DME >Input/Output >Process menu (4163).

Interpolation Settings
This specifies the methods used for interpolation
2 In the <Video Field/Frame Mode> group, select the
interpolation method for the video signal.
processing of input video signals and input key signals.
For input video signals, you can select from the following Adaptive Y/C: Detect changes in the luminance and
four methods. chrominance components of the video signal
• Detect changes in the luminance and chrominance separately, and switch automatically between
signals separately, and switch automatically between fields and frames.
fields and frames. You can select the degree of change Adaptive Y: Detect changes in the luminance
detection. component of the video signal separately, and
• Detect changes in the luminance signal separately, and switch automatically between fields and frames.
switch automatically between fields and frames. You Field: Do interpolation in field units. This gives
can select the degree of change detection. natural movement, suitable for movies.
• Do interpolation in field units. Frame: Do interpolation in frame units. This gives
• Do interpolation in frame units. higher image precision, suitable for still pictures.

For input key signals, you can select from the following 3 When [Adaptive Y/C] or [Adaptive Y] is selected in
three methods. step 2, set the following parameter.
• Detect changes in the luminance signal separately, and
switch automatically between fields and frames. You No. Parameter Adjustment
can select the degree of change detection.
• Do interpolation in field units. 1 Mode Degree of change detection
• Do interpolation in frame units.
4 In the <Key Field/Frame Mode> group, select the
interpolation method for the key signal.
You can also select the number of pixels used in
interpolation processing. Adaptive: Detect changes in the luminance
You can also select the method used to show the picture component of the key signal separately, and
reduced or expanded. switch automatically between fields and frames.
Further, you can apply an anti-moiré filter to reduce the Field: Do interpolation in field units. This gives
moiré patterns created by interpolation. natural movement, suitable for movies.
Frame: Do interpolation in frame units. This gives
Notes higher image precision, suitable for still pictures.
• Interpolation processing is supported for the following 5 When [Adaptive] is selected in step 4, set the
signal formats and DME systems. following parameter.
- MVE-8000A: 480i/59.94, 576i/50
- MVE-9000: 480i/59.94, 576i/50, 1080i/59.94, 1080i/
50 No. Parameter Adjustment
- MKS-7470X/7471X: 480i/59.94, 576i/50, 1080i/ 1 Mode Degree of change detection
59.94, 1080i/50, 1080PsF/23.98, 1080PsF/24,
1080PsF/25, 1080PsF/29.97 6 In the <Interpolation Mode> group, set the number of
On the MKS-7470X/7471X, when the signal format is pixels to use in interpolation.
1080PsF, only the [Field] or [Frame] setting in the
<Video Field/Frame Mode> group and <Key Field/ Multi: Use multi-point interpolation. This gives
Frame Mode> group can be set. When the DME is higher picture quality.
rebooted, the setting changes to [Frame]. Linear: Use two-point interpolation.

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7 In the <Filter Mode> group, select the method used to
control picture reduction or expansion.
Mode1: Even when the picture is reduced, add
compensation so that it can be seen clearly
(standard). Active marker
Mode2: Suppress aliasing when expanding or Other markers
reducing the picture (soft).
Mode3: Do not suppress aliasing when expanding or
reducing the picture (sharp).
4 In the <Corner Select> group, select the target corner
Applying the anti-moiré filter to set.
You can reduce the moiré patterns created by interpolation Top Left: Top left corner
when an image is reduced, enlarged, or rotated. Top Right: Top right corner
Bottom Left: Bottom left corner
Note Bottom Right: Bottom right corner
All: All four corners
The anti-moiré filter is effective when using the MVE-
8000A. 5 Set the position of the corner selected in step 4.

1 Open the DME >Input/Output >Process menu (4163).

No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Press [Anti Moire Filter], turning it on. 1 Pos X Movement in X-axis direction
2 Pos Y Movement in Y-axis direction
3 Set the following parameter.
Resetting the corner positions
Press [Reset Corner].
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Anti Moire Amount of moiré reduction
Filter Selecting the target area of the foreground
When the foreground is cropped, select the target range.
In the Corner Pinning menu (4142), press [Crop Link],
Corner Pinning Settings turning it on, to set the cropped image as the target range.
When [Crop Link] is disabled, the whole picture, including
Note the invisible cropped portions (gray portions in the
following diagram), become the target range.
When the Brick function is enabled, Corner Pinning
cannot be used.

Setting the foreground corner pinning

positions

1 Open the DME >Non Linear/Corner Pin >Corner

Pinning menu (4142).
Target range with Crop Link enabled
2 Press [Corner Pinning], turning it on.

3 Press [Corner Marker], turning it on.

A marker appears for each corner. The marker for the
selected corner is distinguished from the other
markers.
Target range with Crop Link disabled

( indicates the target range)

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Adjusting the density of the foreground
You can adjust the density of the foreground image to be Global Effects
translucent so that the background shows through, making
it easier to position the corners.

Note
Overview
This setting is not saved in a key frame or snapshot. Global effects are special effects created by combining the
images of successive channels. The Global Effect menu is
1 In the DME >Non Linear/Corner Pin >Corner Pinning used to add these effects.
menu (4142), press [Video Through], turning it on. The following types of global effects are available.

2 Set the following parameter. Note

On the MVE-8000A, when the signal format is 1080P, the
No. Parameter Adjustment combiner and brick effects cannot be used on three or more
4 Density Image density channels.

Effect Description/Image
Adjusting the zoom
Combiner Automatically combines the selected images
You can enlarge the image around the corner being when multiple channels are selected on one
adjusted, to allow fine positioning of the corner. keyer or for one transition.
Brick Creates a cuboid using three successive
Notes channels.

• This setting is not saved in a key frame or snapshot.

• This function is only enabled when combine is set.
• When all four corners are being positioned, this function
cannot be used.

1 In the DME >Non Linear/Corner Pin >Corner Pinning

menu (4142), press [Zoom Enable], turning it on.
Shadow Gives the image a shadow.
2 Set the following parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment

5 Zoom Degree of zooming in on the
corners

This section describes the menu for channels 1 to 4 as an

example.

Combiner Settings
Zoom disabled
When multiple channels are selected on one keyer or for
one transition, the Combiner automatically combines the
selected images. Up to four channels can be combined.
You can control the mix of images, and also the image
overlap priority automatically. For a mix, you can control
the relative amounts of each channel.
Images can also cross in three dimensions.
Zoom enabled

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 Note
Mix of Ch1 and Ch2

The three-dimensional cross function is not supported on

the MVE-8000A.
Combination of channel 1 (Ch1) and channel 2
(Ch2) If the Mix setting is set to 70, the proportion of the
channels in the mixed portion in the previous illustration is
Combiner as shown in the following table.

Combination Color in figure Ch1 Ch2

Ch1 and Ch2 30% 70%

Mix of Ch1, Ch2, and Ch3

Combination of Ch1, Ch2, and Ch3

If the Mix1 setting is set to 70 and the Mix2 setting is set
Combiner to 40, the proportions of the channels in the mixed portions
in the previous illustration are as shown in the following
table.

Combination Color in Ch1 Ch2 Ch3

figure
Ch1 and Ch2 30% 70% –
Ch2 and Ch3 – 60% 40%
Ch1 and Ch3 30% – 70%
Ch1, Ch2, and 30% 42% 28%
Ch3
Combination of Ch1 and Ch2 / combination of
Ch3 and Ch4
Mix of Ch1 and Ch2 / mix of Ch3 and Ch4
Combiner

Combiner

If the Mix1 setting is set to 70 and the Mix2 setting is set

to 40, the proportions of the channels in the mixed portions
Combination of Ch1, Ch2, Ch3, and Ch4 in the previous illustration are as shown in the following
table.
Combiner
Combination Color in Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch4
figure
Ch1 and Ch2 30% 70% – –
Ch3 and Ch4 – – 60% 40%

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Ch1 crossed with Ch2 For “Ch1+Ch2, Ch3+Ch4”
Press [Ch1] and [Ch2] in the <Combiner1 Priority1>
and <Combiner1 Priority 2> groups, respectively, and
press [Ch3] and [Ch4] in the <Combiner2 Priority1>
and <Combiner2 Priority2> groups, respectively, to
set the priorities for overlaying the images.
To check the set status of channels
Press the menu title button at the top left of the Global
Effect menu.
The Global Effect >Status menu (4200) appears.
You can check the channel combinations, output, and other
settings.

Setting the combiner

The setup menu display varies depending on the combiner
usage status. Combiner1 Priority1: Ch1
This section describes “Ch1+Ch2+Ch3” and “Ch1+Ch2, Combiner1 Priority2: Ch2
Combiner2 Priority1: Ch4
Ch3+Ch4” as examples. Combiner2 Priority2: Ch3

For details about operating procedures when using an SDI

interface, see “Combine operation when using an SDI Combine operation when using an SDI
interface” (page 293).
interface
1 Open the Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Combiner Priority This section describes combining channels 2+3 and
menu (4211). combining channels 1+2 and channels 3+4 as examples.

2 Disable [Mix], [Auto], and [Depth], if enabled. Note

Press [Mix], [Auto], and [Depth], as required, turning It is not possible to select channels using control panel
them off. buttons.

3 Carry out the following operation, depending on the 1 Open the Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Combine Gp
type of combination. Select menu (4217).
For “Ch1+Ch2+Ch3” 2 In the <Combine Gp Select> group, select the channel
In the <Priority1> to <Priority3> groups, press [Ch1], combination.
[Ch2], and [Ch3], respectively, to set the overlap
priority. To combine channels 2 and 3, select [Ch2+Ch3].
Priority1: Select the channel with the highest priority. To combine channels 1 and 2 and channels 3 and 4
Priority2: Select the channel with the second highest separately, select [Ch1+Ch2] and [Ch3+Ch4].
priority. The selected channels are combined.
Priority3: Select the channel with the lowest priority.
Note
The only two buttons that can be selected
simultaneously are the combination of [Ch1+Ch2] and
[Ch3+Ch4].
To cancel a combine
When [Ch2+Ch3] is enabled, for example, press
[Ch2+Ch3] once more, turning it off. Alternatively, select
a different combination button to select it and cancel the
current combine selection.
Priority1: Ch1
Priority2: Ch2
Priority3: Ch3

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Mixing the images of up to four Automatically setting the priority of
consecutive channels overlapping images
In the Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Combiner Priority menu
1 In the Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Combiner Priority (4211), press [Auto] (or [Combiner1 Auto] or [Combiner2
menu (4211), press [Mix], turning it on. Auto]), turning it on, to set the priority of overlapping
images so that they are automatically determined by their
2 Set the following parameters. position on the Z-axis.
For “Ch1+Ch2”
Note
No. Parameter Adjustment
It is not possible to cross images. If an image is rotated, the
1 Mix Degree of mixing a) priority is determined by the position on the Z-axis of the
a) See page 292.
center of the image.

For “Ch1+Ch2+Ch3”
Crossing images from up to four
No. Parameter Adjustment consecutive channels in three dimensions
1 Mix1 Degree of mixing of channel 1 with
result of Mix2 a) Note
2 Mix2 Degree of mixing of channels 2 and
3 a) The three-dimensional crossing function is not supported
on the MVE-8000A.
a) See page 292.

For “Ch1+Ch2+Ch3+Ch4”
1 In the Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Combiner Priority
menu (4211), press [Depth], turning it on.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Mix1 Degree of mixing of channel 1 with
2 Set the following parameters.
result of Mix2 For “Ch1+Ch2”
2 Mix2 Degree of mixing of channel 2 with
result of Mix3 No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Mix3 Degree of mixing of channels 3 and 1 Soft Softness of edges of crossed
4 section

For “Ch1+Ch2+Ch3”
Mixing channels 1 and 2 and channels 3
and 4 separately No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Soft1 Softness of edges of channel 1 and
1 In the Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Combiner Priority channel 2 crossed section
menu (4211), press [Combiner1 Mix], turning it on. 2 Soft2 Softness of edges of channel 2 and
channel 3 crossed section
2 Set the following parameter.
For “Ch1+Ch2+Ch3+Ch4”
No. Parameter Adjustment No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Mix1 Degree of mixing of channels 1 and 1 Soft1 Softness of edges of channel 1 and
2 a) channel 2 crossed section
a) See page 292. 2 Soft2 Softness of edges of channel 2 and
channel 3 crossed section
3 Press [Combiner2 Mix], turning it on. 3 Soft3 Softness of edges of channel 3 and
channel 4 crossed section
4 Set the following parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Mix2 Degree of mixing of channels 3 and
4 a)

a) See page 292.

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Crossing images from channels 1 and 2, Creating a Brick
and channels 3 and 4 in three dimensions
1 Open the Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Brick menu
Note
(4212).

The three-dimensional cross function is not supported on 2 Press [Brick], turning it on.
the MVE-8000A.
The Brick effect is enabled, and a cuboid (brick)
1 In the Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Combiner Priority showing the images of three channels appears.
menu (4211), press [Combiner1 Depth], turning it on. Adjust parameters for the height of the brick and the
overlap between the three images.
2 Set the following parameter.
Notes
No. Parameter Adjustment • When Brick is enabled, the Z-axis position of the
1 Soft1 Softness of edges of channel 1 and Front image in source space is shifted by 1/2 the
channel 2 crossed section height, magnifying the image slightly
• The flex shadow function cannot be enabled when
3 Press [Combiner2 Depth], turning it on. Brick is enabled.

4 Set the following parameter. 3 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Soft2 Softness of edges of channel 3 and 1 Height Height of brick
channel 4 crossed section
2 Front Front overlap
Overlap
3 Side H Side H overlap
Brick Settings Overlap

This allows you to create a cuboid by using images of three 4 Side V Side V overlap
Overlap
consecutive channels.
The Brick effect can combine Ch1, Ch2, and Ch3, or 4 Select how to insert the image for the side view with
combine Ch2, Ch3, and Ch4. The images are displayed on changed value for Height in <Side V> for Side V and
the three surfaces as shown in the following figure. in <Side H> for Side H.
Crop: Crop the parts that do not fit into the side
without shrinking the picture. You can set the
following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 H Position of left crop
2 V Position of top crop
Combinations of Ch1, Ch2, and Ch3 3 Rotation Angle of rotation, when rotated
Upper side: Ch1 image around the Z-axis of source space
Side V: Ch2 image
The set position becomes the upper left corner of Side
Side H: Ch3 image
V or Side H. The right and bottom sides of the inserted
Combinations of Ch2, Ch3, and Ch4 image are set automatically.
Upper side: Ch2 image Compress: Images are inserted after being reduced.
Side V: Ch3 image You can set the following parameters.
Side H: Ch4 image
No. Parameter Adjustment
You can adjust the height of the brick, the overlap between 1 Top Position of top crop
the three images, and the way to insert the side images. 2 Left Position of left crop
3 Right Position of right crop
4 Bottom Position of bottom crop

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 No. Parameter Adjustment
Combiner Button
5 Rotation Angle of rotation, when rotated channel
around the Z-axis in source space Ch1 Ch2 Ch3 Ch1+ Ch2+
selection
Shadow Shadow Shadow Ch2 Ch3
The parts of the image defined by Top, Left, Right, and Shadow Shadow
Bottom are magnified or shrunk to fit into Side V or Ch1+Ch2 Valid
Side H. Ch2+Ch3 Valid
To invert the image in a side view Ch3+Ch4 Valid
For example, to invert the image on the front of Side H, Ch1+Ch2+ Valid Valid Valid
press the following buttons in the <Side H Front> group, Ch3
turning them on. Ch2+Ch3+ Valid Valid Valid
Invert H: Invert horizontally. Ch4
Invert V: Invert vertically. Ch1+Ch2+ Valid Valid Valid Valid
For the images on the other sides, use a similar operation Ch3+Ch4
in the following groups:
This section describes adding a drop shadow using Ch1
• Back image of Side H: <Side H Back> group
and Ch2 as an example.
• Front image of Side V: <Side V Front> group
• Back image of Side V: <Side V Back> group
1 Open the Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Shadow menu
(4213).
Magnified or
Top side shrunk to fit
2 Press [Ch1 Shadow], turning it on.
Actual size, Drop Shadow is enabled, and channel 2 becomes the
upper left Side H
corner channel for the shadow to the image.
You can adjust the position and density of the shadow.
Side V

Note
The flex shadow function cannot be enabled when
Drop Shadow is enabled.

Crop Set automatically 3 Set the following parameters.

Compress
No. Parameter Adjustment
Cropped region
1 Position H Horizontal shadow position
2 Position V Vertical shadow position
3 Density Density of shadow
Shadow Settings
4 In the <Ch1 Shadow Source> group, select the shadow
This effect uses two successive channels. signal.
You can adjust the position and density of the shadow with
respect to the image, and the color of the shadow. Video: Select Ch2 video input as the shadow.
The channel with the largest number (for example, Ch2 in Flat Color: Select a single color matte as the shadow.
the case of Ch1 and Ch2) becomes the shadow.
5 When [Flat Color] is selected in step 4, set the
following parameters.
Note
When the combiner function is disabled, the shadow
No. Parameter Adjustment
function cannot be used.
1 Luminance Luminance
2 Saturation Saturation
Applying a Drop Shadow
3 Hue Hue
Depending on the combiner channel selection, the buttons
that can be used varies as follows.

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To combine the video images after applying a
shadow
Select Ch1+Ch2 and Ch3+Ch4 using the combiner, then in
the Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Shadow menu (4213), select
[Ch1 Shadow] and [Ch3 Shadow].

To apply a shadow after combining video images

Select Ch1+Ch2+Ch3+Ch4 using the combiner, then in
the Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Shadow menu (4213), select
[Ch1+Ch2 Shadow].

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 External Devices Chapter 12
SAVE, RECALL MODE (RECALL, RECALL &
Control of External REWIND)
• EDIT ENABLE, EDIT UNDO
Devices • CONST DUR, EFF DUR, KF DUR, DELAY, PAUSE,
INSERT BEFORE, INSERT AFTER, MODIFY,
DELETE, COPY, PASTE BEFORE, PASTE AFTER,
In this system, you can operate while controlling the FROM TO, ALL
following types of external device: • PREV KF, NEXT KF, GOTO TC, GOTO KF, RUN,
• P-Bus (Peripheral II protocol) devices REWIND, FF, STOP NEXT KF, NORMAL, JOG, KF
• GPI devices FADER
• VTRs
• Disk recorders (video disk communications protocol, Notes
Odetics protocol)
• An action set for a keyframe is only executed when the
• Extended VTRs (Abekas A53 protocol)
keyframe effect is executed in the forward direction.
Take care when executing simultaneously with a
For details about the devices that can be connected,
switcher or DME keyframe effect, since the actions are
consult your Sony representative.
not executed in the reverse direction.
• The following keyframe functions cannot be used.
Notes - KF LOOP, EFFECT LOOP, REVERSE, NORMAL/
REVERSE
• To operate P-Bus devices, VTRs, Extended VTRs, and
- PATH
disk recorders in this system, the following settings are
required on the SIU 9-pin serial port.
- Device type setting Saving to registers
- Device name Set the data for controlling external devices in the Device
- Setting of control panel to be used menu. You can save the set data to a register (see
For details, see “Configuring Serial Port Settings” page 313) as keyframe effect data. You can recall the
(page 485). register in which the data is saved, and carry out operations
• When using a disk recorder or Extended VTR, be sure to on it with the utility/shotbox control block.
go to the Device >DDR/VTR >File List menu (5333),
and recall the file (see page 311).
Editing registers
You can carry out the following operations on the registers
Shared Functions for External in which the data for controlling external devices is saved.
• Copy
Device Control • Move
• Swap
Keyframe functions • Merge (this cannot be carried out for registers holding
VTR, disk recorder, or Extended VTR control data.)
There are 250 registers, numbered 1 to 250, holding • Lock
external device control data as keyframe data (see • Name
page 313) (only 99 registers for the GPI timeline).
The available keyframe functions are as follows.
• RECALL (1 to 250), STORE (1 to 250), RECALL
UNDO, STORE UNDO, empty register search, AUTO

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File related functions
As effect data, you can save and recall, using the File Control of P-Bus Devices
menu.

In this system, you can control P-Bus (Peripheral Bus II

protocol) external devices through the 9-pin serial port of
an SIU.

P-Bus device control modes

There are two modes of P-Bus device control, as follows.
Trigger: Operating a previously specified button outputs
the command for an action assigned to that button.
Timeline: Carrying out a keyframe effect under the
control of the center control panel controls external
devices.
In the Setup menu, select which of Trigger mode and
Timeline mode to use.
You can set the following actions (set what action
command is output to which device) in both modes.
• Store
• Recall
• Trigger

Creating and Editing the P-Bus

Timeline
At a keyframe point on the P-Bus timeline, you can set an
action. At any single keyframe point you can set actions
for a maximum of 24 devices.

For details about keyframe creation, see “Creating and

Editing Keyframes” (page 325).

For the action setting (or P-Bus timeline editing), use the
Device menu.
You can save the data set in the Device menu in keyframe
effect registers. Recalling the register starts execution of
the keyframe effect, and when this reaches the keyframe
point at which actions are set, action commands are output
to external devices through the 9-pin serial port assigned to
P-Bus.

Note
To use the P-Bus timeline, the P-Bus control mode must be
set to [Timeline] in the Setup menu (see page 444).

Setting an action

1 Open the Device >P-Bus Timeline >P-Bus Timeline

menu (5321).
In the status area, two lists appear. The left list displays
combinations of devices and actions. The content of

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 this list is saved as keyframe point data. In the the action set for the first keyframe, and when the [RUN]
“Action” list on the right, select the action. button is pressed the first keyframe action is not executed.
In this case, the Rewind Action setting is still valid.
2 Select the ID (0 to 23) of the device you want to set.
For details, see “Setting the first keyframe when rewind is
3 Select the action. executed” (page 445).
You can select “2” (Store), “3” (Recall), or “4”
(Trigger). Carrying out a Direct Store
You can carry out a Learn with the register number
4 Set the register number or trigger number. specified for the device selected in the menu.
The display of the 3rd parameter changes to reflect the
selection of Store, Recall, or Trigger.
1 In the Device >P-Bus Timeline >P-Bus Timeline
menu (5321), select the ID of the device.
No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Store No Register number for Store
2 Press [Direct Store].

3 Recall No Register number for Recall 3 Enter the register number (1 to 250) for which you
3 Trigger No Trigger number want to carry out the Learn in the numeric keypad
window.
5 Press [Set].
To set other devices, repeat steps 2 to 5.
4 Press [Enter].

Testing an action command P-Bus Trigger

Press [Test Fire].
The action command is output from the 9-pin serial port of “P-Bus trigger” is a function whereby a button operation in
the SIU. the numeric keypad control block or utility/shotbox
control block outputs an action command to a P-Bus
device.
Clearing an action setting
Note
1 In the Device >P-Bus Timeline >P-Bus Timeline
menu (5321), select the ID of the device for which you To use the P-Bus trigger, the P-Bus control mode must be
want to clear the setting. set to [Trigger] in the Setup menu (see page 444).
The relation between the operation in each of the control
2 In the list on the right, select “1” (Off). blocks and the action command output is as follows.

3 Press [Set]. Action command for an operation in the numeric

keypad control block
To clear the settings for all devices • RCALL: Recall
Press [All Off]. • STORE: Store
This recalls the register specified in the numeric keypad
control block, and a Recall or Store is carried out,
Setting the action for a rewind operation
according to the setting.
On the P-Bus timeline, when the [REWIND] button in the
utility/shotbox control block is pressed the action set for Action command for an operation in the utility/
the first keyframe is not executed; when the [RUN] button shotbox control block
is pressed, then the first keyframe action is executed. • RUN: Trigger 1
To execute an action when the [REWIND] button is • REWIND: Trigger 4
pressed, it is necessary to set this action (Rewind Action). • NEXT KF: Trigger 7
To set the Rewind Action, press [Rewind Action] in the • PREV KF: Trigger 8
Device >P-Bus Timeline >P-Bus Timeline menu (5321) to
open the Rewind Action menu (5321.1). Operate in the Outputting an action command
same way as in the P-Bus Timeline menu (5321), and press
[Rewind Action Set] to carry out the setting. This section describes how to output a Recall as an
Alternatively, you can make settings in the Setup menu so example.
that when the [REWIND] button is pressed, this executes

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1 In the numeric keypad control block, press the [EFF]
button.
Control of GPI Devices
The control block switches to effect operation mode,
and the [EFF] button and [RCALL] button light
amber. In this system, you can control GPI devices through the
GPI output port of an SIU.
2 Press the [P-BUS] button to select the P-Bus region.
GPI timeline
3 Enter the register number (1 to 250) to be recalled
For a keyframe effect controlled from the control panel,
using the numeric keypad buttons.
the GPI timeline allows you to set an action (setting a
4 Press the [ENTER] button. trigger output from a particular GPI output port) at a
keyframe point on the GPI timeline. At any keyframe
point, you can make a maximum of eight GPI output port
settings.
GPI timeline actions
The actions that can be used on the GPI timeline are as
follows.
• SIU GPI output port

Creating and Editing the GPI

Timeline
You can set GPI output ports to be registered at a keyframe
point, and create the GPI timeline.

For details about keyframe creation, see “Creating and

Editing Keyframes” (page 325).

For the GPI output settings (keyframe editing), use the

Device menu.
The data set in the Device menu is saved in a keyframe
effect register. When you recall the register and start
execution of the keyframe effect, and advance the effect to
the keyframe point for which the GPI output is set, a
trigger pulse is output to the external device from the
specified GPI output port.

GPI output port settings

Set the GPI output port number of the SIU which outputs
GPI pulses at a keyframe point on the GPI timeline.

1 Open the Device >GPI Timeline >GPI Timeline menu

(5311).
In the status area, two lists appear.
The left list shows the relation between ports 1 to 8 for
the GPI timeline and the trigger pulse output
destination ports. The content of this list is saved as
keyframe point data. The “GPI Port” list on the right,
select the GPI trigger pulse output destination.

2 Select the GPI timeline port.

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3 Select the trigger pulse output destination. button is pressed the first keyframe action is not executed.
In this case, the Rewind Action setting is still valid.
To select the GPI port on the rear panel of the SIU,
select “2” (DCU). For details, see “Setting the first keyframe when rewind is
executed” (page 445).
4 Set the port number.

No. Parameter Adjustment

3 DCU Port SIU GPI port number
No

Note

For the output port you have set here, be sure to set the
trigger type to “Rising Edge,” “Falling Edge,” or “Any
Edge.”
For details, see “Configuring GPI Outputs”
(page 484).

5 Press [Set].
To set other GPI timeline ports, repeat steps 1 to 5.

Testing trigger output

Press [Test Fire].
This outputs a pulse from the selected output port.

Clearing output port settings

1 In the Device >GPI Timeline >GPI Timeline menu

(5311), select the GPI timeline port for which you
want to clear the setting.

2 In the list on the right, select “1” (Off).

3 Press [Set].
To clear the settings for all ports
Press [All Off].

Setting the action for a rewind operation

On the GPI timeline, when the [REWIND] button in the
utility/shotbox control block is pressed the action set for
the first keyframe is not executed; when the [RUN] button
is pressed, then the first keyframe action is executed.
To execute an action when the [REWIND] button is
pressed, it is necessary to set this action (Rewind Action).
To set the Rewind Action, press [Rewind Action] in the
Device >GPI Timeline >GPI Timeline menu (5311) to
open the Rewind Action menu (5311.1). Operate in the
same way as in the GPI Timeline menu (5311), and press
[Rewind Action Set] to carry out the setting.
Alternatively, you can make settings in the Setup menu so
that when the [REWIND] button is pressed, this executes
the action set for the first keyframe, and when the [RUN]

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Control of VTRs, Disk
Recorders, and Extended
VTRs
In this system, for up to 12 VTRs, disk recorders or
Extended VTRs connected to an SIU, you can carry out the
following manual operations and timeline settings.
• Controlling manually from the device control block
(trackball).
- VTR/disk recorder/Extended VTR selection
- Tape/disk transport control
- Start point/stop point setting
- Recording to VTR/disk recorder
- Loop/recue setting
• Saving a start point, stop point, start delay time, variable
speed and so on in a data register, then recalling the
register to control automatically from the utility/shotbox
control block (Cueup & Play and VTR/disk recorder/
Extended VTR timeline). Device control block in the VTR/disk recorder/frame memory
operation mode (trackball)
To control a VTR, Extended VTR, or disk recorder in this
system, the following settings are required. Operation buttons
• Button assignment: For a VTR, Extended VTR, or disk
recorder connected to the SIU 9-pin serial port, assign a Button Operation
channel selection button in the device control block.
LOOP a) (Only available when video disk
• Serial port setting: This sets the protocol (device type) communications protocol is used)
to match the device connected to a 9-pin serial port. Return to the start point when
playback finishes, and repeat playback
For details, see “Associating a Serial Port with a Device in a continuous loop.
Selection Button” (page 444) and “Serial Port Settings” RECUE a) (Only available when video disk
(page 485). communications protocol is used)
Return to the start point when
playback finishes.
FM LOOP (frame Return to the start point when
Controlling the Tape/Disk Transport memory loop) playback of a frame memory clip
finishes, and repeat playback in a
continuous loop.
Switching to the VTR/disk recorder/frame
REC (record) a) Press this button at the same time as
memory operation mode the [PLAY] button to start recording.
Press the [DEV] button on the device control block. START TC (start Update the timecode of the start point
The [DEV] button lights amber, and the control block timecode) to the current time.
switches to the VTR/disk recorder/frame memory STOP TC (stop Update the timecode of the stop point
operation mode. timecode) to the current time.
The operation button assignment will be as follows. STB OFF (standby Switch to standby off mode.
off) a)
Note STOP Stop operation.
The [SHIFT] button and [RSZR ON] button are not used CUE Cue up to the start point.
in VTR/disk recorder/frame memory operation mode. REW (rewind) Rewind.
PLAY Play.
FF (fast forward) Fast forward.
ALL STOP Stop all tapes, disks, and frame
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FINE a) (Only available when video disk
communications protocol is used)
Enable fine adjustment through Z-ring
operation while the [SHTL] button or Reverse Forward
[JOG] button is pressed (fine mode). direction direction

VAR (variable Enable playback or rewind at variable

playback) speed.
SHTL (shuttle) Enable playback or rewind in shuttle
mode.
Shuttle mode
JOG Enable playback or rewind in jog Press the [SHTL] button, lighting the button amber, to
mode. switch the Z-ring to shuttle mode. In this mode, the
playback speed varies in steps according to the rotation
a) This button cannot be used for frame memory clip operations.
angle of the Z-ring, to a maximum of 50 times normal.

Selecting the VTR/disk recorder/Extended Still image

Low Low
VTR speed speed
Press the channel selection buttons (CH1 to CH12) on the
device control block to make the selection.
You can select more than one channel. The first selected Reverse Forward
button becomes the reference channel, and is lit green. direction direction
Subsequent selected buttons are lit amber.

For details about frame memory clip operations, see Maximum Maximum
“Frame Memory Clip Operations” (page 177). speed speed

Controlling the tape/disk transport Variable mode

Press the [VAR] button, lighting the button amber, to
You can use the operation buttons in the device control switch the Z-ring to variable mode. In this mode, the
block to control the tape transport or the disk transport. playback speed varies according to the rotation angle of
You can also assign play, stop, and cuing to buttons in the the Z-ring from –1 to +3 times normal speed.
transition control block using the Setup menu to perform
these operations. Still image
Low Low
speed speed
For details, see “Setting Transition Control Block Button
Assignments” (page 428).

Variable playback speed modes Reverse Forward

direction direction
With the device control block, you can play back the
material on an external device in variable speed.
If you turn the Z-ring during video playback, the direction –1x +1x
and speed of playback are determined by the direction and +3x
angle of rotation. Perform operation in one of three modes;
jog, shuttle, or variable. To disable the Z-ring and end a variable playback speed
mode, press the [STOP] button. Additionally, pressing any
Jog mode of the [REW], [PLAY], [FF], [STB OFF], and [ALL
Press the [JOG] button, lighting the button amber, to STOP] editing buttons ends the variable playback speed
switch the Z-ring to jog mode. In this mode, you can mode.
advance material frame by frame at a speed proportional to
the rotation speed of the Z-ring. To show a still image, stop
turning the Z-ring. Recording to VTRs and disk recorders
You can record to the VTR or disk recorder selected in the
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Notes Operating When VTR is used When video disk
• Recording is not possible if the VTR or disk recorder is status communications
display protocol, Extended
not set to Recorder. VTR, or Odetics
• The disk recorder type must be specified to use the video protocol is used
disk communications protocol (see page 486). XXXX Communications Not communicating.
• When using a disk recorder, recording is not possible with the device are Or communicating
unless a new file name is specified. being carried out but the device type
For details about file name settings, see “Creating new normally, but status cannot be read.
files” (page 311). information is not
received.
• Recording is not possible when using the Odetics
protocol. Local The REMOTE/ Port is not open.
LOCAL switch of
the device is set to
1 Use the channel selection buttons of the device control LOCAL.
block to select the VTR or disk recorder to which you
Tape Out No tape is loaded. No file loaded. b)
want to record.
Rec Recording. Recording. a) b)
You can select more than one button. Cue> Cueing up in the –
forward direction.
2 Holding down the [REC] button, press the [PLAY]
Cue< Cueing up in the –
button. reverse direction.
Recording starts. During recording, the [REC] button Eject Ejecting cassette. –
lights red and the [PLAY] button lights amber. Stb Off Stopped in standby –
off mode.
Note Stop Stopped in standby Stopped.
on mode.
Note the following points about recording to a disk
Play Playing. Playing.
recorder.
• The maximum length of time that can be recorded in FF Fast forwarding. –
one operation is 30 minutes. Rewind Rewinding. –
• If you want to record to a different file than the file Shtl> Playing in the –
used in the previous recording, use the Device forward direction in
>DDR/VTR >File List menu (5333) to create a new shuttle mode.
file. Shtl< Playing in the –
• If you resume recording without executing [Unload] reverse direction in
from the Device >DDR/VTR >File List menu shuttle mode.
(5333), recording starts at the position in the same Var> Playing in the Playing in the
file where recording was interrupted. forward direction in forward direction in
variable mode. variable mode.
To stop recording Var< Playing in the Playing in the reverse
Press the [STOP] button or the [ALL STOP] button in the reverse direction in direction in variable
device control block. variable mode. mode.
Jog> Playing in the Playing in the
forward direction in forward direction in
Displaying VTR/Disk Recorder/ jog mode. jog mode.
Jog< Playing in the Playing in the reverse
Extended VTR Information reverse direction in direction in jog mode.
jog mode.
You can check the following information in the Device
Still Playing still image. –
>DDR/VTR >Cueup & Play menu (5331).
DEV (device name): DEV1 to DEV12 represent a) Not supported for Extended VTR.
respectively device 1 to device 12. b) Not supported for the Odetics protocol.
Reg (register): Number of the register to which settings Current: Shows timecode for current device position.
apply. Start TC: Shows timecode for start point set on device.
Status: Status of each device. Stop TC: Shows timecode for stop point set on device.
Variable: Shows the variable speed set for each device.
Delay: Shows start delay time set on device.

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Mode: Shows operation mode (Loop or Recue) set for the 2 Select the target region to set using the region selection
device. buttons.
Device control block display For details about region selection, see “Region
The current time, start point, and stop point can be viewed selection in the numeric keypad control block”
in the device control block (trackball) display. (page 322).

3 Enter the register number to recall using the numeric

Cueup & Play keypad buttons.
For details about selecting a register, see “Register
You can use the device control block or Device >DDR/
selection in the numeric keypad control block”
VTR >Cueup & Play menu (5331) to save Cueup & Play
(page 322).
settings (start point timecode, stop point timecode, and so
on) for a VTR, disk recorder or Extended VTR in an effect
register. By recalling this register, you can operate the
4 Press the [ENTER] button.
following buttons in the utility/shotbox control block to This recalls the specified register.
automatically control the VTR, disk recorder or Extended
VTR. 5 Press the [DEV] button on the device control block.
[REWIND] button: Cue up to the start point timecode.
[RUN] button: Play. 6 Use the channel selection buttons of the device control
With this function you can also stop the VTR, disk block to select the target device to set.
recorder or Extended VTR used for playback at the stop
point timecode recalled from the same register. You can select more than one button.

Disk recorder (video disk communications 7 Set the start point.

protocol) operation when loop/recue is set
When loop is set: Playback repeatedly between the start • Using the [START TC] button: Play the VTR,
point and stop point. Extended VTR or disk recorder by using the device
When recue is set: When playback reaches the stop point, control block. Press the [START TC] button at the
automatically cue up to the start point. desired start point.
Each press of the [START TC] button will overwrite
the previous start point.
Notes
• Using the Cueup & Play menu: Use the menu to set
• In an effect register set on the VTR/disk recorder the start point (see page 307).
timeline, Cueup & Play settings are not possible. To
make Cueup & Play settings, first clear the VTR/disk 8 Set the stop point.
recorder timeline setting before carrying out the
operation. When the start point and stop point are set, the duration
• When using a disk recorder with Cueup & Play, if you is automatically determined.
carry out the following sequence of operations, the • Using the [STOP TC] button: Play the VTR,
system may freeze on the frame of the start point. Extended VTR or disk recorder by using the device
Press the [RUN] button to play to a point close to the control block. Press the [STOP TC] button at the
end of a file t stop playback t press the [RUN] desired stop point.
button again. Each press of the [STOP TC] button will overwrite
In such cases, first recall a different register, then carry the previous stop point.
out the following sequence: • Using the Cueup & Play menu: Use the menu to set
Recall the original register again t press the the stop point (see page 307).
[REWIND] button t press the [RUN] button.
9 To set a start delay time, use the Cueup & Play menu
(see page 307).
Making Cueup & Play settings
10 In the numeric keypad control block, press the
1 In the numeric keypad control block, press the [EFF] [STORE] button, turning it on.
button.
The control block switches to effect operation mode,
11 Enter the number of the register in which you want to
save using the numeric keypad buttons.
and the [EFF] button and [RCALL] button light
amber. Entry is not required when overwriting the settings in
the register recalled in step 3.

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12 Press the [ENTER] button. 3 Carry out any of the following operations as required.
• To set the start point, press [Set] in the <Start TC>
Automatically executing Cueup & Play group.
By recalling a register in which you have saved setting data • To set the stop point, press [Set] in the <Stop TC>
for Cueup & Play, you can control the VTR/Extended group.
VTR/disk recorder automatically in the same way as when • To set the start delay time, press [Set] in the <Delay>
automatically executing a keyframe effect. group.

1 In the numeric keypad control block, press the [EFF] 4 Enter the timecode for the start point, stop point, or
button. start delay time in the numeric keypad window.

The control block switches to effect operation mode, Note

and the [EFF] button and [RCALL] button light
amber. You can enter a start delay time in the range that
depends on the signal format as follows:
2 Select the target region of the operation using the 00:00 to 59:xx (where xx = (number of frames per
region selection buttons. second) – 1 frame)

For details about region selection, see “Region 5 Press [Enter].

selection in the numeric keypad control block”
(page 322). To clear the setting of the start point, stop point,
or start delay time
3 Enter the register number to be recalled using the Press [Clear] in the <Start TC> group, <Stop TC> group,
numeric keypad buttons, and press the [ENTER] or <Delay> group.
button to confirm.
Selecting Loop or Recue as the playback
4 Press the [REWIND] button in the utility/shotbox
mode
control block.
You can set the device operation mode to loop or recue.
The VTR/Extended VTR/disk recorder automatically Loop: Carry out playback from the start point of a file to
advances to the timecode value set as the start point. the stop point, then indefinitely repeat playback from
While the VTR/Extended VTR/disk recorder is the start point.
operating, the [ALL STOP] button in the device Recue: Carry out playback from the start point of a file to
control block flashes amber, and when the start point the stop point, then return to the start point and stop.
is reached lights green.
If the operating VTR/Extended VTR/disk recorder is
Notes
selected as the reference region in the device control
block, the [CUE] button also flashes and lights in the • Loop and recue functions are only available when using
same way as the [ALL STOP] button. Also, when the the video disk communications protocol. Note that these
start point is reached, the [STOP] button lights amber. functions may not operate, depending on the connected
device.
5 Press the [RUN] button in the utility/shotbox control • To use the loop or recue function, it is necessary to
block. enable the function in the Setup menu (see page 486).
The VTR/Extended VTR/disk recorder is now 1 Open the Device >DDR/VTR >Cueup & Play menu
controlled according to the keyframe data. (5331).
The status area shows the device number, register
Setting the start point, stop point, and number, status information, current time, start point,
start delay time (menu) stop point, start delay time, and playback mode.

1 Open the Device >DDR/VTR >Cueup & Play menu 2 Select the device.
(5331).
The status area shows the device number, register 3 In the <Mode> group, press [Loop] or [Recue], turning
number, status information, current time, start point, it on.
stop point, and start delay time.

2 Select the device.

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 • From pressing the [RUN] button to the time when the
VTR/Disk Recorder/Extended VTR effect actually starts execution may take around one
Timeline second.
In order that pressing the [RUN] button after [REWIND]
For a keyframe effect controlled from the control panel, makes the effect start execution as soon as possible, set
the timeline allows you to set a VTR, disk recorder or cueing up of the file for operation as a rewind
Extended VTR action at a keyframe point on the timeline. operation1). In the first keyframe2) to be executed with
[RUN], for the cued-up file, do not set the start point, but
Timeline actions set only the start command.
The actions that can be used on the timeline are as follows. 1) If the setting when the [REWIND] button is pressed is for the first
• Start keyframe to be executed, then the first keyframe is executed, and
• Stop otherwise the setting for the Rewind Action is carried out.
2) If the setting when the [REWIND] button is pressed is for the first
• Cueup keyframe to be executed, then the second keyframe is executed, and
• Variable speed otherwise the first keyframe is executed.
• To execute an effect, be sure to carry out a Rewind.
For the action settings (VTR/disk recorder/Extended VTR For example, when the start command only is set for a
timeline editing), use the Device menu. keyframe, playback starts from the current position, in
The data set in the Device menu is saved in a keyframe the same way as with a VTR (no automatic cue-up).
effect register. When you recall this register and start • During file playback, to play the next keyframe at
execution of the keyframe effect, and advance the effect to variable speed, for the next keyframe set variable speed
the keyframe point for which the action is set, an action only, and do not set the start point.
command is output to the external device through the 9-pin
serial port assigned to the VTR, disk recorder or Extended Playback at set
VTR. Playback variable speed

Note
When executing a timeline using a disk recorder or
Extended VTR, note the following points.
a) In KF2, set variable speed only, and
• It is not possible to use loop and recue on the timeline. do not set the start point.
• For a disk recorder, the maximum number of files for a
single register is eight.
• When using a disk recorder with the VTR/disk recorder
• When carrying out keyframe settings, be sure to recall
timeline, if you carry out the following sequence of
the file for operation first.
operations, the system may freeze on the frame of the
• If the duration of the recorded video clip is less than the
start point.
keyframe duration, after playback to the end of the clip,
Press the [RUN] button to play to a point close to the
the remainder of the keyframe duration is filled with a
end of a file t stop playback t press the [RUN]
still of the last frame of the clip.
button again.
In such cases, first recall a different register, then carry
Example: When the recorded clip for KF1 has a duration
of 15 frames out the following sequence:
Recall the original register again t press the
30 frames 30 frames
[REWIND] button t press the [RUN] button.
• Some operating limitations apply when the video disk
communications protocol is used.
15 frames 15 frames These are explained with reference to the following
figure, which illustrates creation of a timeline that plays
: Interval for which clip is recorded
from the video of file A to the video of file B.

: Interval in which still frame is displayed

In this example, when keyframe 1 is executed, the first

15 frames consist of clip playback and the remaining 15 - Black video or still image appears momentarily when
frames show the 15th frame as a still image. play switches from file A to file B:
When executing the timeline using a disk recorder, also
take note of the following points. KF1 action Operating KF2 action
setting status of file A setting
• Set the keyframe duration to at least 30 frames.
Start Playback Start

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 KF1 action Operating KF2 action 2 Select the device.
setting status of file A setting
Start Playback Cueup 3 To set the name of a file when using an Extended VTR
or disk recorder, recall the file using the Device
Variable Speed Playing at Cueup
set variable speed
>DDR/VTR >File List menu (5333).
Cueup Cueup Cueup
Notes
- Partial operating limitation: • There is a limit of eight disk recorder files that can
KF1 action Operating KF2 action set on a single timeline.
setting status of file A setting • If you have not set the file name when using an
Start Playback Variable Speed
Extended VTR, the file recalled in the Extended
set a) VTR when the keyframe point is passed is the
subject of the action.
Variable Speed Playing at Variable Speed
set variable speed set a)
Cueup Cueup Variable Speed
4 In the <Action> group, select the action.
set a) Cueup: Output a command to cue up to the currently
displayed start point.
a) Failure to operate when variable speed is set to minus value.
However, operates when the file B action is set to Start, and then Start: Output a Play command.
variable speed is set to minus after file B starts playing.

- Play does not switch from file A to file B: Note

When the stop point and variable speed are both set,
KF1 action Operating KF2 action
setting status of file A setting the variable speed setting takes priority.
Variable Speed Playing at Start
set variable speed Stop: Output a Stop command.
Cueup Cueup Start
Note
If play continues to show video of file A without
switching to file B, a Stop action is required in file A Before executing the Stop command, if the timecode
in order to switch to file B. for the set stop point has been reached, or on an
• When using the Odetics protocol, the variable speed Extended VTR or disk recorder if the end of the file
action may not operate, depending on the connected has been reached, then at that point the device stops.
device.
5 To set the start point, press [Set] in the <Start TC>
group.
VTR/disk recorder/Extended VTR timeline
editing Enter the timecode for the start point in the numeric
keypad window, and press [Enter].
Set an action at a keyframe point, and edit the timeline.
Note
For details about keyframe creation, see “Creating and
Editing Keyframes” (page 325). For a disk recorder on which the start point is not set,
the file recalled in the disk recorder when the keyframe
To set an action in the menu point is passed is the subject of the action.

1 Open the Device >DDR/VTR >Timeline menu 6 To set the stop point, press [Set] in the <Stop TC>
(5332). group.
In the status area, two lists appear. The upper list Enter the timecode for the stop point in the numeric
shows the device number, register number, keyframe keypad window, and press [Enter].
number, and action type (start point, stop point, and
variable speed) set for the keyframe. 7 To set the variable speed, select one of the following
The lower list is used for setting the action for the in the <Variable Speed> group.
device selected in the upper list. This list shows the
port name, current file, current time, status Fit: Without setting a speed value, automatically carry
information, start point, stop point, variable speed, and out playback according to automatically
file name (for a disk recorder or Extended VTR). calculated values for the duration and keyframe
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 Set: Set the speed that is adjusted with the following
parameter. Disk Recorder/Extended VTR File
Operations
No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Variable Variable speed Material held on a disk recorder/Extended VTR is
managed in units of files. You can recall a file to play it
To set other devices, repeat steps 2 to 7.
back. In the case of an Extended VTR, the register number
To carry out start point and stop point settings is recalled.
and cueing up operations in the device control
Recalling a file
block
Before playback and similar operations on a disk recorder/
Use the following buttons of the device control block.
Extended VTR, it is first necessary to display the list of
[START TC] button: Set the start point of the keyframe
files stored on the disk recorder/Extended VTR.
point to the current time.
In the recalled file list, select the file you want to play back,
[STOP TC] button: Set the stop point of the keyframe
and open the file.
point to the current time.
In the case of a disk recorder, the recalled file name is
[CUE] button: Cue up to the start point set for the
displayed in the device control block display.
keyframe point.
File list sharing
The current time, start point, and stop point can be viewed You can connect multiple SIU serial ports to a single disk
in the device control block display. recorder/Extended VTR.
You can share the recalled list of files between serial ports
To test an action command output connected to the same disk recorder/Extended VTR.
In the upper list of the status area, select the device, and
press [Test Fire]. For details, see “Sharing disk recorder/Extended VTR file
The action command is output from the 9-pin serial port of lists” (page 444).
the SIU.
To clear the start point, stop point, and variable Refreshing (recalling) the disk recorder/
speed settings Extended VTR file list
In the upper list of the status area, select the device, and
press [Clear] in the <Start TC> group, <Stop TC> group, 1 Open the Device >DDR/VTR >File List menu (5333).
or <Variable Speed> group.
In the status area, two lists appear.
To set the action for a rewind operation The upper list shows the selected device name, the
On the VTR/disk recorder/Extended VTR timeline, when currently selected file name (register number), and set
the [REWIND] button in the utility/shotbox control block file name.
is pressed the action set for the first keyframe is not The lower list shows the file list of the device selected
executed; when the [RUN] button is pressed, then the first in the upper list. This list shows the file name (register
keyframe action is executed. number) set when the material was recorded, the
To execute an action when the [REWIND] button is length of the file data (timecode value), and the file
pressed, it is necessary to set this action (Rewind Action). update information.
To set the Rewind Action, press [Rewind Action] in the
Device >DDR/VTR >Timeline menu (5332) to open the
Rewind Action menu (5332.1). Operate in the same way as Notes
in the DDR/VTR >Timeline menu (5332), and press • File update information is not shown when using the
[Rewind Action Set] to carry out the setting. video disk communications protocol. When “Simple
Alternatively, you can make settings in the Setup menu so VDCP” is selected as the protocol, the file data
that when the [REWIND] button is pressed, this executes length is also not displayed.
the action set for the first keyframe, and when the [RUN] • For Extended VTR, the length of file data and file
button is pressed the first keyframe action is not executed. update information are not shown. The register
In this case, the Rewind Action setting is still valid. number is shown as the file name.
• When using the Odetics protocol, the length of file
For details, see “Setting the first keyframe when rewind is data and file update information are not shown.
executed” (page 445).
2 Select the device.

3 Press [File List Update].

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To sort the files in the list
In the <Sort> group, select the sorting method.
File Name: Sort in alphabetical order of file name.
File No: Sort in ascending file number order (low t
high).
Update: Sort in file update date order (new t old).

Notes
• Files cannot be sorted by the file update date and time
when using the video disk communications protocol or
Odetics protocol.
• For Extended VTR, it is not possible to sort files.

Loading files

Note

Files cannot be recalled when the disk recorder is set to

Recorder.

1 Open the Device >DDR/VTR >File List menu (5333).

2 Select the device.

3 Select the file to load.

4 Press [Load].

Creating new files

A file name must be specified to record to a new file on a
disk recorder (video disk communications protocol).

Notes
• New files cannot be created when the disk recorder is set
to Player or Recorder/Player.
• For Extended VTR or when using the Odetics protocol,
new files cannot be created.

1 Open the Device >DDR/VTR >File List menu (5333).

2 Press [New File].

3 Enter the file name using the keyboard window, and

press [Enter].
You can enter up to 8 characters (in Fixed 8 Character
mode) or 23 characters (in Variable Length mode).
For details about character entry modes, see
“Configuring detailed settings for a disk recorder
(video disk communications protocol)” (page 486).
When the loaded file is not a target for recording
Press [Unload].

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 Keyframes Chapter 13
• To reproduce a frame memory still image or a clip of
Regions them by recalling a snapshot or keyframe, you must have
the same images that were present in the frame memory
when you saved the snapshot or keyframe. Therefore,
when saving a snapshot or keyframe using frame
The term “region” refers to a functional block of the
memory, you must also save the images to a storage
system.
media, such as the local drive.
When saving or recalling snapshot registers and effect
registers, or creating or editing effects, you first select the Reference region
region to which the operation applies. You can also select When multiple regions are selected, only one region
multiple regions simultaneously. appears in the displays for menu and numeric keypad
control block operations. This is called the “reference
Classification of the regions
region.”
The regions are classified as follows.
The reference region is determined according to the
• Master region
following precedence.
• The following regions
M/E-1 >M/E-2 >M/E-3 >M/E-4 >M/E-5 >PGM/PST
- Switcher: M/E-1 to M/E-5, PGM/PST, User1 to User8
>User1 >User2 >User3 >User4 >User5 >User6 >User7
- DME: DME ch1 to DME ch8 (inclusive of Global)
>User8 >DME ch1>DME ch2 >DME ch3 >DME ch4
- External devices: P-Bus, Router, Device1 to
>DME ch5 >DME ch6 >DME ch7 >DME ch8 >Device1
Device12, GPI, Macro
>Device2 >Device3 >Device4 >Device5 >Device6
Only the regions assigned to the region selection buttons of
>Device7 >Device8 >Device9 >Device10 >Device11
the numeric keypad control block can be used
>Device12 >P-Bus >GPI >Router >Macro
simultaneously (see page 427).
Master region
Regions applicable to keyframe operations
The regions saved in a master snapshot register or master
The above regions less the Router region.
timeline register and the register numbers saved in such
Regions applicable to snapshot operations regions can be recalled at a time as the master region.
The above regions less the external devices’ regions (P-
Bus, Device1 to Device12, and GPI) and the Macro region.
“User” regions
You can optionally assign the following regions to the
regions User1 to User8 (see page 454). The User regions
shown in parenthesis are the default assignments.
• Color backgrounds 1 and 2 (User1)
• AUX1 to AUX48 (User2)
• Frame Memory 1 to 8 (User4)
• Color correctors 1 and 2
Notes on saving or recalling a frame memory still
image for or by a snapshot/keyframe
• The saving and recalling of frame memory images for
snapshots and keyframes is restricted to the still images
or clips on the eight frame memory outputs. The settings
made for frame memory images in the Freeze menu or
other menus do not apply to snapshots or keyframes.

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Registers Keyframes
A register is an area of memory in a device which holds a A keyframe represents an instantaneous state of an image;
snapshot (see page 345), keyframe, macro (see page 363), it can be saved and recalled for reuse.
and so on.

Keyframe effect registers Effects

Dedicated effect registers By arranging a number of keyframes on the time axis, and
There are 99 dedicated registers for keyframe effects in interpolating between successive keyframes, you can
each region, numbered 1 to 99. create an effect in which there is a continuous change from
each keyframe to the next. This change is called an effect.
Shared user-programmable DME registers You can save the sequence of keyframes representing a
In addition to the 99 DME registers for each region (i.e. single effect in a register (see page 313). Then by recalling
each channel), there are also shared registers for each this register, you can replay the same effect.
processor as shown in the following table. These are used
for user-programmable DMEs.

Register number Register allocation Saving and Recalling Effects

101 to 199 Shared register for 1-channel effects
To create a new effect, first recall an empty register, then
201 to 299 Shared register for 2-channel effects create the keyframes one at a time in this register. To run
301 to 399 Shared register for 3-channel effects an effect, it is also necessary to set the time and the path.
To edit an existing effect, recall the register holding the
Note
effect, then make the changes.
When you have finished creating or editing the effect, save
When operating with shared registers, be sure to select the it in the recalled register or another specified register.
appropriate regions depending on the number of channels.
When recalling registers in the 200 range, select two Auto save function
consecutive channels for the regions, as for example When you recall an effect, the currently recalled effect is
[DME1] and [DME2]. Similarly, for registers in the 300 automatically saved in a register. This is referred to as the
range, select three consecutive registers. auto save function. You can disable this function in the
Setup menu.
P-Bus and Device registers
There are 250 registers for P-Bus and Device1 to Device12
in each region, numbered 1 to 250. Effect Attributes
Work register
This is a temporary register used when editing keyframes. An individual effect may also have attached special
When you recall an effect, it is read from the effect register conditions relating to switcher or DME operation when the
into the work register, and when you save, the contents of effect is recalled. These conditions are called “attributes”
the work register are written to the effect register. of the effect, and can be added when the keyframe effect is
saved or recalled.
Master timeline registers
There are 99 master snapshot registers, numbered 1 to 99,
Types of attribute
for each control panel. They store keyframe effect regions
and the register numbers saved in the regions. The attribute that can be attached to an effect is as follows.
Effect dissolve: The transition from the state before the
effect recall to the state at the effect start point is
Snapshot registers carried out smoothly, by a dissolve. The dissolve
These are registers for snapshots, and there are 99, duration can be set in the Effect menu.
numbered 1 to 99, for each region.
Master snapshot registers Temporary attributes
There are 99 master snapshot registers, numbered 1 to 99, When a keyframe is recalled, independently of the
for each control panel. They store snapshot regions and the attributes held in the register, you can also enable or
register numbers saved in the regions. disable attributes. These attributes are called temporary

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attributes. Temporary attributes are set when a keyframe Difference in keyframes to which a modify
effect is recalled. operation applies

Effect Variable duration Constant duration

position mode mode
Effect Editing On a Applies to currently Applies to currently
keyframe selected keyframe selected keyframe
For editing operations such as to insert, delete, or modify a
keyframe, it is necessary to stop the effect at the Between two Applies to previous Modify operation not
keyframes keyframe possible a)
corresponding point on the time axis. This is termed an
“edit point.” a) A new keyframe is inserted at the effect position.
You can edit either on a keyframe within the effect, or at
any point between keyframes. Difference in the effect of a paste operation
Insert: Insert the current image as a keyframe. Inserting a Variable duration mode: The copied keyframe is
keyframe in an existing effect may change the duration inserted at the specified position.
of the effect (see page 315). Constant duration mode: The copied keyframe is written
Modify: Modify a keyframe. You can modify a single over the specified position.
keyframe or a range of keyframes in the effect
together. Transition mode
Delete: Delete a keyframe. You can delete a single
keyframe or a range of keyframes in the effect You can use an effect created with keyframes as a DME
together. wipe pattern on the switcher. In this case, it is necessary to
Deleting keyframes from an effect reduces the set the transition mode (the way in which the effect
duration of the effect (see page 315). behaves) (see page 330).
After deleting a keyframe, you can reinsert the
keyframe with a paste operation.
Copy: Copy a keyframe. You can copy a single keyframe Time Settings
or a range of keyframes in the effect together.
Paste: Paste the keyframe last copied or deleted anywhere
within the effect. Keyframe duration and effect duration
Pause: Set a pause on a particular keyframe, so that when You can determine the execution time of an effect by
the effect is run it pauses on this keyframe. You can setting either the keyframe durations or the effect duration.
make this setting on any number of keyframes. To Keyframe duration: This is the time from the keyframe to
restart the paused effect, repeat the operation to run the the next keyframe. You can set this time in the utility/
effect. shotbox control block (see page 333).
KF Loop: Execute the effect the specified number of In constant duration mode (see page 314), it is not
times through the keyframes in the specified range. possible to change the keyframe duration setting.
Undo an edit operation: Undo the effect of the last Effect duration: This is the total execution time of the
operation to insert, modify, delete, or paste a effect, from the first keyframe to the last. You can
keyframe. change this time in the utility/shotbox control block
(see page 333).
When you change the effect duration, the keyframe
Duration modes duration for each keyframe in the effect is
In keyframe editing, there are two duration modes; switch automatically recalculated proportionally.
between them in the utility/shotbox control block (see
page 330).
Keyframe duration
Variable duration mode: In this mode, inserting or
deleting a keyframe increases or reduces the duration.
Keyframe
Constant duration mode: In this mode, inserting or number
deleting a keyframe does not change the duration. This
is useful for keyframe editing of an effect with a fixed
Effect duration
duration.
In the variable and constant duration modes, the keyframes
to which a modify operation applies, and the effect of a The effect duration may also be changed by inserting or
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Changes in the effect duration caused by
Deletion position Change in effect duration
inserting a keyframe
Deletion of the first
• When the effect is stopped on a keyframe, inserting a keyframe
keyframe increases the effect duration by the duration of
the inserted keyframe.
• When the effect is stopped between two keyframes,
inserting a keyframe does not change the effect duration.
Deletion of an
intermediate
Note keyframe
In constant duration mode (see page 314), the duration of
the current keyframe is reduced to zero, and the new
keyframe is inserted with the previous duration of the Deletion between
current keyframe. Thus the effect duration does not two keyframes
change.

Insertion Change in effect duration

position
Insertion Deletion of the last
before the keyframe
first
keyframe

Insertion
between Delay Setting
two
keyframes You can set the delay from the time of executing an
operation to run the effect, and the effect actually starting
(that is, the delay until the first keyframe). You can make
Insertion at this setting in the utility/shotbox control block.
an existing Changing the delay does not alter the effect duration.
keyframe

Paths
Insertion at
the last The term “path” refers to the specification of how
keyframe interpolation is carried out from one keyframe to the next.
Images are interpolated from an edit point to the next one
according to the path setting.

For details, see “Path Settings” (page 334).

Changes in the effect duration caused by
deleting a keyframe Switcher path settings
• When the effect is stopped on a keyframe, a delete Carry out path settings in the Key Frame menu.
operation deletes the keyframe, and reduces the effect For each menu, the following settings are available.
duration by the duration of the deleted keyframe.
• When the effect is stopped between two keyframes, a M/E-1 to M/E-5, and P/P menus
delete operation deletes the preceding keyframe, and
reduces the effect duration by the duration of the deleted Item Paths that can be set
keyframe. M/E1 to M/E5, P/P All For each M/E and PGM/PST, path
settings for the following items are
made simultaneously.
Note
In constant duration mode (see page 314), the duration of
the keyframe before the deleted keyframe is increased by
the duration of the deleted keyframe. Thus the effect
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Item Paths that can be set Item Paths that can be set
Key1 to Key8 Overall path settings for items CCR Overall path settings for color
relating to keys 1 to 8 are made corrector items are made
Key1 All to CCR All
simultaneously. simultaneously.
Key8 All
CCR 1 Path for color corrector 1
Source Key source path for keys 1 to 8
CCR 2 Path for color corrector 2
Fill Key fill path for keys 1 to 8
Proc Proc path for keys 1 to 8
Trans Transition path for keys 1 to 8
Paths relating to DMEs
Bkgd/Util Overall path settings for items DME 3D Trans Local menu
relating to backgrounds and utility
Bkgd/Util All
buses are made simultaneously. Item Paths that can be set
Bkgd A Path for background A 3D Trans Local All Overall path settings for local
Bkgd B Path for background B channel three-dimensional
transform items are made
Util 1 Path for utility 1 simultaneously.
Util 2 Path for utility 2 Loc Size Overall path settings for items
DME 2nd Path for video to be used for relating to image size changes and
Loc Size All
Video second DME channel movement are made
simultaneously.
Wipe/DME Wipe Overall path settings for items
relating to wipes and DME wipes Size Path for image size
Wipe/DME
are made simultaneously. Post Loc X, Paths for the X- and Y-axes
Wipe All
Post Loc Y
Wipe Path for wipes
Post Size Path for size
DME Wipe Path for DME wipes
Loc XYZ Overall path settings for items
Trans – Transition path for each M/E and P/ relating to image movement are
P bank Loc XYZ All
made simultaneously.
User1 to User8 menus Loc X, Loc Y, Paths for the X-, Y- and Z-axes
The items that can be adjusted depend on the settings in the Loc Z
Setup menu. Rot Overall path settings for items
relating to image rotation are made
Rot All
For details, see “Setting User Regions” (page 454). simultaneously.
Rot X, Rot Y, Paths for the X-, Y- and Z-axes
Rot Z
Item Paths that can be set Spin Overall path settings for items
User1 All to User8 All Overall path settings for the relating to spin are made
Spin All
following items for each “User” are simultaneously.
made simultaneously. Spin Src X, Paths for the X-, Y- and Z-axes
FM All Overall path settings for frame Spin Src Y,
memory items are made Spin Src Z
simultaneously.
Spin X, Spin Paths for the X-, Y- and Z-axes
FM Still Store Overall path settings for frame Y, Spin Z
memory freeze image output items
FM Still Asp Overall path settings for items
are made simultaneously.
Store All relating to aspect ratio are made
Asp All
FM Still Paths for frame memory freeze simultaneously.
Store 1 to 8 image outputs 1 to 8 Rate X, Rate Paths for the X- and Y-axes
Aux Overall path settings for AUX bus Y
items are made simultaneously. Skew Overall path settings for items
Aux All
relating to skew are made
Aux 1 to 48 Paths for AUX 1 to 48 Skew All
simultaneously.
Color Bkgd Overall path settings for color Skew X, Paths for the X- and Y-axes
background items are made Skew Y
Color Bkgd
simultaneously.
All Aspect Path for aspect ratio
Color Bkgd 1 Paths for color background 1
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Item Paths that can be set DME Effect menu
Pers Overall path settings for items Item Paths that can be set
relating to perspective are made
Pers All Effect All Overall path settings for DME effect
simultaneously.
items are made simultaneously.
Pers X, Pers Paths for the X-, Y-, and Z-axes
Y, Pers Z Edge Overall path settings for edge items
are made simultaneously.
Axis Loc Overall path settings for items Edge All
relating to image rotation axis are Border Path for border
Axis All
made simultaneously.
Crop/Edge Path for crop/edge softness
Axis X, Axis Paths for the X-, Y-, and Z-axes Soft
Y, Axis Z
Beveled Path for beveled edge
DME 3D Trans Global menu Edge
Key Border Path for key border a)
Item Paths that can be set
Art Edge Path for art edge a)
3D Trans Global All Overall path settings for three-
Flex Shadow Path for flex shadow a)
dimensional transform items in the
global channel are made Wipe Crop Path for wipe crop a)
simultaneously.
Color Mix Path for color mix a)
Loc Size Overall path settings for items
Video Modify Overall path settings for video
relating to image size changes and
Loc Size All modify items are made
movement are made Video Modify
simultaneously.
simultaneously. All
Size Path for image size Defocus/Blur Path for defocus/blur
Post Loc X, Paths for the X- and Y-axes Multi Move Path for multi-move
Post Loc Y
Color Modify Path for color modify
Post Size Path for size
Mosaic Path for mosaic
Loc XYZ Overall path settings for items
Mask Path for mask
relating to image movement are
Loc XYZ All
made simultaneously. Sketch Path for sketch
Loc X, Loc Y, Paths for the X-, Y- and Z-axes Metal Path for metal
Loc Z
Dim/Fade Path for dim/fade a)
Rot Overall path settings for items
Glow Path for glow
relating to image rotation are made
Rot All
simultaneously. Freeze Path for freeze
Rot X, Rot Y, Paths for the X-, Y-, and Z-axes Non-Linear Path for nonlinear effects
Rot Z
Corner Pin Path for corner pinning
Spin Overall path settings for items
Light Overall path settings for lighting
relating to spin are made
Spin All items are made simultaneously.
simultaneously. Light All
Spin Src X, Paths for the X-, Y- and Z-axes Lighting Path for lighting
Spin Src Y,
Spot Path for spotlighting a)
Spin Src Z
Lighting
Spin X, Spin Paths for the X-, Y- and Z-axes
Trail Path for trails
Y, Spin Z
In/Out Overall path settings for items
Pers Overall path settings for items
relating to input/output are made
relating to perspective are made In/Out All
Pers All simultaneously.
simultaneously.
Bkgd Path for background
Pers X, Pers Paths for the X-, Y-, and Z-axes
Y, Pers Z Video/Key Path for video/key
Axis Loc Overall path settings for items
a) This cannot be used on the MVE-8000A.
relating to image rotation axis are
Axis All
made simultaneously. DME Global Effect menu
Axis X, Axis Paths for the X-, Y-, and Z-axes
Y, Axis Z Item Paths that can be set
Global Effect All Overall path settings for DME
global effect items are made
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Item Paths that can be set which then runs to the next pause point or the end of the
effect.
Combine Path for combiner
Shadow Path for shadow Run mode setting
Brick Path for brick You can select from the following run modes for when the
effect is executed.
DIRECTION: Specify the effect execution direction.
Types of path STOP NEXT KF: Repeatedly execute/stop effects for
each keyframe.
Path types for Curve EFFECT LOOP: Repeatedly execute the effect.
There are five types, as follows. You can make these settings in the utility/shotbox control
OFF: Executing the effect causes no change. block.
Step: There is no interpolation between keyframes, For details, see “Setting the Run Mode” (page 336).
so that the effect parameters are updated each time
a keyframe is passed.
Linear: Linear interpolation between keyframes,
resulting in constant speed movement. Master Timelines
S-Curve: The rate of change accelerates and
decelerates before and after a keyframe, so that the You can save the regions selected for a keyframe effect
rate of change is maximum midway between two and the register numbers saved in the regions in a master
keyframes. timeline register so that operation can be applied to two or
Spline: The effect follows a smooth curved path more regions at a time.
from each keyframe to the next. To save master timeline registers, use the numeric keypad
control block or menu; to recall them use the numeric
Path types for Hue keypad control block, or Flexi Pad control block.
There are four types, as follows.
CW: Rotate clockwise. For details, see “Creating and Saving a Master Timeline”
(page 338) and “Recalling and Executing a Master
CCW: Rotate counterclockwise. Timeline” (page 340).

Short: The hue changes in whichever of the

clockwise and counterclockwise directions is Sequence of Keyframe Operations
shorter.
Long: The hue changes in whichever of the The following table shows the principal operations
clockwise and counterclockwise directions is involved in the sequence from creating keyframes to
longer. executing an effect.
Path types for Xpt Recalling a register (see page 322)
There are two types, as follows. To create a new effect, recall an empty register; to edit an
Xpt Hold off: When replaying a keyframe, change effect, open the register containing it.
the inputs to the settings saved in memory. v
Xpt Hold on: When replaying a keyframe, do not
Specifying the region and edit points (see page 324)
change the inputs. Select the region in which editing applies, and set the edit
points.
v
Effect Execution Creating and editing keyframes (see page 325)
Create the keyframes that make up the effect, using
By using the [RUN] button in the utility/shotbox control operations to create, insert, modify, or delete keyframes.
block, you can replay the effect as a continuous sequence v
of images. This is referred to as effect execution.
Time settings (see page 333)
Range of execution Set the overall duration of the effect or the duration of each
keyframe.
Each time the [RUN] button is pressed, the range of
execution of the effect is from timecode 01:00:00:00 or the v
current time (the position at which the current effect is Path setting (see page 334)
stopped) to the end point of the effect. However, if there is Set the type of interpolation used between successive
a pause set on a keyframe, the execution range is up to that keyframes.
point. Pressing the [RUN] button again resumes the effect, v

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Executing effects (see page 336)
This provides a smooth effect, based on the time and path
settings.
v
Saving effects (see page 337)
Save a completed effect in a register.

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Displaying the Timeline Menu
By displaying the Key Frame >Time Line menu (6111),
you can view keyframe effects on the timeline for each
region, and the associated information.

Interpreting the Timeline Menu

The following are the main parts of the menu screen.

g Keyframe status

a Region name and

register number

h Scrolling parameter setting

b Keyframe number / total button

c Pause point

i Total timeline length

d Delay (numerical display)

j Effect duration
e Delay (display on timeline)

f Display start time k Display end time

a Region name and register number f Display start time

This shows the region name and the number of the register This shows the timecode value for the timeline display
recalled in this region. The display color indicates the start point.
region selection as follows.
Blue: Reference region g Keyframe status
White: Selected region This shows the region name, register number, register
Gray: Not selected region name, number of remaining keyframes, current position
and timecode with regard to the reference region.
b Keyframe number / total
This shows the number of the keyframe at the cursor h Scrolling parameter setting button
position, and the total number of keyframes in the register. This is used for scrolling the display.
If a desired region timeline does not appear on the display,
c Pause point scroll the display until it appears.
A “P” appears where a pause is set.
i Total timeline length
d Delay (numerical display) The total time of delays and effect duration appears in
This shows the delay between carrying out an effect white.
operation, and the start of the actual effect.
j Effect duration
e Delay (display on timeline) The total duration of the effect appears in orange.
When a delay is set, the interval is shown by a blue line.
k Display end time
This shows the timecode value for the timeline display end
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 1 In the Key Frame >Timeline Assign menu (6115),
Timeline Menu Display Settings select the region.
The Timeline menu shows a timeline for each region, but
you can also restrict the regions to be shown.
2 Press the [Display] button to set the display on or off.
To disable the display, press [Display], turning it off.
Timeline Assign menu To enable the display, press [Display], turning it on.
Open the Key Frame >Timeline Assign menu (6115). To return to the default precedence order and
The right of the status area shows a list of the regions timeline menu display settings
(including the global region) assigned to the region In the <Priority> group, press [Default].
selection buttons in the numeric keypad control block. The
left shows the regions in order of precedence, and whether
each region is shown on the Timeline menu.

Setting Timeline menu display items

In the Key Frame >Timeline Assign menu (6115), press
[Active Region] to carry out the setting.
When [Active Region] is enabled (lit): The regions for
which the region selection buttons in the numeric
keypad control block are lit are shown in the
precedence order set in this menu, followed by the
regions for which the buttons are off, in the same
order.
When [Active Region] is disabled (off): The regions
appear according to the precedence order and display
on/off setting set in this menu.

Setting the display order of regions

To change the precedence order, insert and delete regions
in the list, in the desired order.

1 In the Key Frame >Timeline Assign menu (6115),

select the desired precedence order position and the
region you want to insert.

2 In the <Priority> group, press [Insert].

This inserts the selected region before the specified
precedence order.
If the inserted region is already present in a different
precedence order, it is deleted from that precedence
order.

3 To delete a region from the precedence order, select

the precedence assigned to the region.

4 In the <Priority> group, press [Delete].

This deletes the selected region from the precedence
order list.

Setting the display of regions on or off

When [Active Region] is disabled, select which regions
are displayed in the Timeline menu.

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 [MASTR]: Master timeline / master snapshot
Recalling a Register You can select more than one region. The first selected
button becomes the reference region, and is lit green.
Use the numeric keypad control block to recall a register. Subsequent selected buttons are lit amber.
For each region there are 99 registers dedicated to Pressing one of the amber-lit region selection buttons,
keyframes, numbered from 1 to 99. while holding down [EFF] or [SNAPSHOT], turns the
When creating an effect as a user programmable DME, use button green to indicate its corresponding region as the
a 3-digit register number which is commonly used for all new reference region.
DME regions (channels).
When [ALL] is selected or a selected reference region is
For details about regions and registers, see “Regions” released, the reference regions will be set according to the
(page 312) and “Registers” (page 313). precedence order.

For details about the precedence order for reference

regions, see “Reference region” (page 312).
Recalling a Register (Numeric
Keypad Control Block) The display shows the selected region name. The reference
region is displayed highlighted. If multiple regions are
assigned to a green-lit button, an asterisk (*) will appear on
EFF DISS button the left side of the region name.
EFF button Display
Notes
• The regions that can be selected simultaneously are
those assigned to the region selection buttons in the
numeric keypad control block.
• It is not possible to select the master timeline and other
regions simultaneously. If selected simultaneously, the
master timeline takes precedence.
• For region selection buttons that not set by default,
assignment is required in the Setup menu. Up to four
regions can be assigned to a button.
• The regions that can be selected will differ depending on
the function (see page 312).
• The regions that are selected when [ALL] is pressed are
Region selection buttons Numeric keypad buttons set in the Setup menu (see page 427).
• When [ALL] is pressed while no region is selected, all
UNDO button regions that are currently set will be selected. When
RCALL button [ALL] is pressed while regions are selected, all the
selected regions will be deselected.
Numeric keypad control block Register selection in the numeric keypad control
block
Region selection in the numeric keypad control Enter the register number using the numeric keypad
block buttons.
Select the target region using the following region The display shows the selected register number and the
selection buttons. following information.
[M/E1] to [M/E5], [P/P]: M/E-1 to M/E-5, PGM/PST e: The selected register is empty for the currently selected
regions region.
[USER1] to [USER8]: User regions E: The selected register is empty for all selectable regions.
[DME1] to [DME8]: DME channels L: The selected register is locked.
[DEV1] to [DEV12]: Devices
[PBUS]: P-Bus
To search for an empty register without specifying a
[GPI]: GPI
register number, press the [.] (period) numeric keypad
[MCRO]: Macro
button.
[RTR]: Router
To search for an empty register common to all selectable
[ALL]: Select all regions at the same time
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To search for an empty register in the 100 range, press [1], Note
[0], [0], [.] (period) in this order.
Similarly, to search for an empty register in the 200 range, After recalling the master timeline, you cannot undo the
press [2], [0], [0], [.] (period), and to search for an empty recall.
register in the 300 range, press [3], [0], [0], [.] (period).

Note
When a register number is shown in the display, pressing
the mode selection button currently in operation displays
the register name.

Recalling a register

1 In the numeric keypad control block, press the [EFF]

button.
The control block switches to effect operation mode,
and the [EFF] button and [RCALL] button light
amber.

2 Select the target region of the operation using the

region selection buttons.
You can select more than one button.
The following region selection buttons can be operated
for effects.
M/E1 to M/E5, P/P, USER1 to USER8, DME1 to
DME8, PBUS, GPI, MCRO, ALL, MASTR
For details about region selection, see “Region
selection in the numeric keypad control block”
(page 322).

3 Enter the register number to be recalled using the

numeric keypad buttons.
For details about selecting a register, see “Register
selection in the numeric keypad control block”
(page 322).

4 To apply a temporary attribute (effect dissolve), press

the [EFF DISS] button.

Note
It is not possible to apply temporary attributes to the
master timeline.

5 Press the [ENTER] button.

This recalls the specified register.
When the master timeline is recalled, the region
selection buttons light according to the saved region
information.
To undo the recall of a register
Immediately after recalling the register, press the [UNDO]
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Specifying the Region
and Edit Points

Region Selection

Recalling regions to edit (numeric keypad

control block)
Select the region in which the editing is applied by the
effect consisting of keyframes, using the region selection
buttons in the numeric keypad control block. 2 Press a button on the left of the status area, to select the
button you want to assign.
For details about region selection, see “Region selection
in the numeric keypad control block” (page 322). The regions assigned to the selected button appear on
the right side of the status area.
Recalling regions to edit (menu) 3 In the <Region Select> group, press the button for the
This is convenient for selecting some of the regions region you want to select, turning it on.
assigned to the numeric keypad control block or changing
the reference region. 4 In the <Ref Region Select> group, press the button you
want to make the reference region.
Note
The selected button lights green.
The function of region selection buttons in the numeric
keypad control block is linked to the menu. If you carry out
region selection by pressing a region selection button, then Edit Point Specification
the regions assigned to that button are selected.

1 Open the Key Frame >Region Select menu (6117).

KF MCRO EDIT button
On the left of the status area, region selection buttons
appear.
The button text color varies as follows, according to
the region selection state.
Green text: The assigned regions include the
reference region.
Orange text: One of the assigned regions is selected.
White text: No assigned region is selected.
When multiple regions are assigned to the region
selection buttons and any one or more of them is not
selected, a red bar appears on the button. The
[RCALL] and [STORE] buttons in the numeric
keypad control block flash amber.
Edit point specification buttons

Editing buttons

Utility/shotbox control block

Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button in the utility/shotbox

control block to switch the memory recall buttons to
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To set the edit points, use any of the following operations
with the memory recall buttons.
• To move the edit point to the keyframe immediately after
Creating and Editing
the current time (the position at which the effect is
currently stopped), press the [NEXT KF] button.
Keyframes
• To move the edit point to the keyframe immediately
before the current time, press the [PREV KF] button. Keyframe creation is performed in the utility/shotbox
• To move the edit point to a keyframe specified by control block.
number, press the [GOTO KF] button, then enter the Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button in the utility/shotbox
keyframe number with the numeric keypad buttons in control block to switch the memory recall buttons to
the numeric keypad control block, and press the keyframe/macro editing mode. You can create and edit
[ENTER] button to confirm. keyframes using the keyframe operation buttons and the
• To move the edit point to a specified timecode, press the memory recall buttons.
[GOTO TC] button, then enter the timecode value with
the numeric keypad buttons in the numeric keypad
control block, and press the [ENTER] button to confirm.
Creating Keyframes
To enter a difference value
When moving to an edit point with the [GOTO KF] button To create new keyframes, recall an empty register and then
or [GOTO TC] button, you can also enter the difference use the following procedure to create and insert each new
from the current keyframe number or timecode value. keyframe.
In the numeric keypad control block, press the numeric
keypad [+/−] button, and enter the difference, then press 1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button.
the [TRIM] button. The [+/−] button toggles between “+”
The [KF MCRO EDIT] button lights amber, and the
(plus) and “–” (minus) each time it is pressed.
memory recall buttons switch to keyframe/macro
editing mode.

2 Press the [EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.

This enables effect editing operation.

3 Create the image you want to be the first keyframe.

4 Press the [INS] button.

This takes the current image as the first keyframe.
You can make a setting in the Setup menu so that when
you recall an empty register, the system state at that
point is automatically captured as the first keyframe.

5 Create the next keyframe image.

6 Press the [INS] button.

This inserts the current image as the second keyframe
after the first keyframe.
Repeat steps 5 and 6 to create the required number of
keyframes.
To insert a new keyframe before an existing
keyframe
Press and hold the [SHIFT] button, and press the [INS]
button.
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Inserting Keyframes keyframe
You can insert a keyframe in an existing effect.
1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the
[EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.
1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the
[EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.
2 Stop the effect at the first keyframe of the range to be
modified.
2 Stop the effect at the desired edit point.

3 Create the image for the keyframe you want to insert.

3 Carry out the necessary modifications.

4 Press the [INS] button.

4 Press the [FROM TO] button.
The display in the numeric keypad control block
When the edit point is on a keyframe, to insert the new
shows the current keyframe number and the indication
keyframe before the existing keyframe, hold down the
“TO.”
[SHIFT] button and press the [INS] button.
This inserts the current image as the new keyframe.
Inserting a keyframe may change the total duration of
5 Enter the number of the last keyframe to be modified
from the numeric keypad control block and press the
the effect.
[ENTER] button to confirm.
For details, see “Time Settings” (page 314).
6 Press the [MOD] button, or press the [MOD] button
while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
Modifying Keyframes For the difference in the result, see “Differences in the
changes when a number of keyframes are modified”
1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the (page 327).
[EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.
To modify all keyframes in the effect
2 Stop the effect at the desired edit point.
1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the
If the edit point is on a keyframe, this is what you [EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.
modify. If the edit point is between two keyframes, the
previous keyframe is what you modify. 2 Carry out the necessary modifications on any
keyframe.
Note
In constant duration mode (see page 314),
3 Press the [ALL] button, turning it on orange.
modification is only possible when the edit point is on 4 Press the [MOD] button, or press the [MOD] button
a keyframe. while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
3 Using image transformations or adding special effects, For the difference in the result, see “Differences in the
modify the keyframe. changes when a number of keyframes are modified”
(page 327).
4 Press the [MOD] button.
To modify the keyframes in a specified range

Modifying more than one keyframe 1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the
simultaneously [EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.
You can modify a number of keyframes simultaneously.
There are three different cases for this modification 2 Stop the effect at any keyframe within the range to be
operation. modified.
• Modifying from the edit point to a particular keyframe
• Modifying all keyframes in the effect 3 Carry out the necessary modifications.
• Modifying the keyframes in a specified range
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 The display in the numeric keypad control block Modifying the keyframes by holding down the
shows the current keyframe number and the indication [SHIFT] button and pressing the [MOD] button
“TO.” The modified parameter values are taken as relative
values, which modify all of the selected keyframes.
5 Using the numeric keypad in the numeric keypad
control block, carry out the following operations. : Background A
: Background B
• To set the first keyframe in the range to be modified,
press the [CLR] button, then enter the keyframe
number using the numeric keypad buttons, and press
the [ENTER] button to confirm. Keyframe 1 Keyframe 2 Keyframe 3 Effect
• To set the last keyframe in the range to be modified, execution
enter the keyframe number using the numeric
keypad, and press the [ENTER] button to confirm. Modify keyframe 2.
(Changing the position of
6 Press the [MOD] button, or press the [MOD] button background B in the horizontal
direction)
while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
Select keyframes 1 to 3 and
modify simultaneously.
For the difference in the result, see “Differences in the
changes when a number of keyframes are modified”
(page 327).
Keyframe 1 Keyframe 2 Keyframe 3 Effect
Differences in the changes when a number execution

of keyframes are modified

Result:
When you select a number of keyframes to modify, and Background B of keyframes 1 and 3 is moved in the
press the [MOD] button alone or in combination with the horizontal direction by the same amount as in keyframe 2.
[SHIFT] button, the result of the operation differs as
shown below.
Modifying the keyframes by pressing the [MOD] Deleting Keyframes
button alone
The modified parameter values are taken as absolute 1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the
values, and applied to all of the selected keyframes. [EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.

: Background A 2 Stop the effect at the desired edit point.

: Background B
When the edit point is on a keyframe, this is what you
delete. If the edit point is between two keyframes, the
previous keyframe is what you delete.
Keyframe 1 Keyframe 2 Keyframe 3 Effect
execution 3 To delete a number of keyframes in a single operation,
press the [FROM TO] button or the [ALL] button.
Modify keyframe 2.
(Changing the position of If you press the [FROM TO] button, specify the
background B in the horizontal keyframe range.
direction)
Select keyframes 1 to 3 and
For details about specifying a range, see “Modifying
modify simultaneously. more than one keyframe simultaneously” (page 326).

4 Press the [DEL] button.

Keyframe 1 Keyframe 2 Keyframe 3 Effect This deletes the keyframe.

execution Deleting a keyframe reduces the total duration of the
effect.
Result: In constant duration mode (see page 314), however,
The horizontal position of background B in keyframes 1 the duration does not change.
and 3 is now the same as that in keyframe 2. For details, see “Changes in the effect duration
In all keyframes, the vertical position remains unchanged caused by deleting a keyframe” (page 315).
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 6 Press the [PASTE] button.
Moving Keyframes
This inserts the keyframe you have copied after the
1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the current keyframe.
[EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange. In constant duration mode, the copied keyframe
overwrites the edit point.
2 Stop the effect at the edit point you want to move.
To insert the copied keyframe before a keyframe
Press and hold the [SHIFT] button, and press the [PASTE]
3 To move a number of keyframes in a single operation,
button.
press the [FROM TO] button and specify the keyframe
This inserts the keyframe you have copied before the
range.
current keyframe.
For details about specifying a range, see “Modifying
more than one keyframe simultaneously” (page 326).
Pause
4 Press the [DEL] button.
You can apply a pause to a keyframe.
This deletes the specified keyframe and stores it in the
paste buffer. 1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the
[EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.
5 Move the edit point to the position to which you want
to move the keyframe. 2 Stop the effect on the keyframe to which you want to
apply a pause.
6 Press the [PASTE] button.
This inserts the keyframe you have moved after the 3 Press the [PAUSE] button.
current keyframe.
In constant duration mode, the moved keyframe
overwrites the edit point. Keyframe Loop (Repeated Execution
To insert the moved keyframe before a keyframe of a Specified Range)
Press and hold the [SHIFT] button, and press the [PASTE]
button. By setting the range of the loop within the effect, and the
This inserts the keyframe you have moved before the number of loop executions, you can execute the loop range
current keyframe. repeatedly.

Note
Copying Keyframes It is only possible to set one keyframe loop for each region.

1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the Setting keyframe loop
[EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.
Specify the loop range and loop count.
2 Stop the effect at the edit point you want to copy.
1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the
3 To copy a number of keyframes in a single operation, [EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.
press the [FROM TO] button or the [ALL] button.
2 Stop the effect on the keyframe you want to make the
If you press the [FROM TO] button, specify the first of the loop range (start point).
keyframe range.
Here, by way of example, keyframe 2 is taken as the
For details about specifying a range, see “Modifying start point.
more than one keyframe simultaneously” (page 326).
3 Press the [KF LOOP] button, turning it on blue.
4 Press the [COPY] button.
The numeric keypad control block display shows the
This copies the specified keyframe and stores it in the start point keyframe number.
paste buffer.
FM 2 TO
5 Move the edit point to the position where you want to
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 “FM” (from) indicates the start point of the loop range, 6 To modify the loop count, press [CLR] and enter the
while “TO” indicates the end point. new loop count.

4 With the numeric keypad buttons of the numeric 7 Press the [ENTER] button.
keypad control block, enter the number of the last
keyframe in the loop range (end point).
Executing a keyframe loop
Here, by way of example, keyframe 5 is the end point. Press the [RUN] button.
The set loop range is executed repeatedly for the set loop
FM 2 TO 5
count number of times.
The total loop count and the number of loops remaining are
5 Press the [ENTER] button to confirm the entry. displayed in the timeline menu. If the loop count is infinite
The display changes, prompting you to enter the loop (inf), the remaining number is not shown.
count. If the [REV] button is lit, the loop is played in the reverse
order.
COUNT

Canceling keyframe loop execution

6 Enter the loop count.
Press the [REWIND] button.
To specify a loop count, enter a number in the range 1
to 99. Changes to the loop range caused by
To specify an endless loop, enter “0” (zero).
Here, by way of example, “15” is entered.
keyframe insertion/deletion
When a keyframe is inserted or deleted within the loop
COUNT 15 range, the loop range also changes. The following are
examples.
7 Press the [ENTER] button to confirm the entry. Example 1: If keyframe 3 is deleted, the loop end point
moves forward as follows.
The start point, end point, and loop count that you have
set are reflected in the Timeline menu.
If you enter the loop count as “0” (endless loop), the Before
count is shown as “inf” (infinity). deletion
Deletion

Modifying the keyframe loop settings After

deletion
You can modify the loop range or count for the currently : Loop range
recalled effect.
Example 2: If keyframe 3 is added, the end point keyframe
1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the
number moves back.
[EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.

2 Press the [KF LOOP] button, turning it on blue.

Before
addition
The numeric keypad control block display shows the
current loop range. Addition
After
3 To modify the loop range, press the [CLR] button in addition
: Loop range
the numeric keypad control block.
To modify only the loop count, press [ENTER] and Example 3: If the keyframe at the end of the loop range
skip to step 6. (the end point) is deleted, the keyframe loop settings
are all cleared, as follows, and the [KF LOOP] button
4 Enter the keyframe number for the new start point, and goes off. The same occurs if the first keyframe in the
press the [ENTER] button. loop range (the start point) is deleted.

5 Enter the keyframe number for the new end point, and
press the [ENTER] button.
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 movement is reflected at both the transition start point
Before and end point (see page 331).
deletion The operation is carried out according to DME wipe
Deletion patterns 1202, 1203, or 1204.
Frame in-out V (Frame I/O V): A type of frame in-out
After mode, which is specified when creating a transition
deletion effect in the vertical direction. The image movement is
: Loop range
reflected at both the transition start point and end point
(see page 331).
Transition mode “Compress”
Undoing an Edit Operation The change in the image when the transition mode is set to
“Compress” is as follows, in comparison to the case of
To undo a keyframe insert, modify, delete, or paste “Picture-in-picture.”
operation immediately after execution, press the [UNDO]
button. Example of the image Example of the image
change in the transition change in the transition
mode “Picture-in-picture” mode “Compress”
(1-channel mode)
Duration Mode Setting
There are two keyframe duration modes: variable duration
mode, and constant duration mode in which the effect
duration is fixed (see page 314). First stroke First stroke
• To select variable duration mode, press the [CONST
DUR] button, turning it dark blue.
• To select constant duration mode, press the [CONST
DUR] button, turning it orange.

Transition Mode Settings for User

Programmable DME Second stroke Second stroke

To create an effect for user programmable DME, it is

necessary to set the transition mode.

User programmable DME transition mode

For the transition mode set when creating a keyframe Transition mode “Frame in-out”
effect for a user programmable DME pattern, the In this mode, when the first transition has completed, you
following can be used. can move the image with the positioner in both horizontal
Single: Single transition mode and vertical directions, but the image position at the
Flip tumble (Flip Tumble): Flip tumble transition mode transition start point and end point does not change.
Dual: Dual transition mode The description is of an example of creating an effect such
Picture-in-picture (P in P): 1-channel and 2-channel as the following.
picture-in-picture transition mode
Compress: A type of picture-in-picture, in which the new
image is the background, and the currently visible
image shrinks, and then expands to its original size
(see page 330).
Frame in-out (Frame I/O): 1-channel or 2-channel,
frame in-out transition mode. When the first transition
completes, if you move the position of the image, you
can move it both horizontally and vertically (see
page 330).
Frame in-out H (Frame I/O H): A type of frame in-out
mode, which is specified when creating a transition
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 Transition First transition Transition Transition First transition Transition
start completion end start completion end
point point

Effect execution Effect execution

Image created by interpolation Image created by interpolation

Background A Background A
Background B Background B

At the first transition completion point, if you move the At the first transition completion point, if you move the
image with the positioner, the transition appears as image with the positioner, the transition appears as
follows. follows.

Transition First transition Transition Transition First transition Transition

start completion end start completion end
point point

Effect execution Effect execution

Image created by interpolation Image created by interpolation

Background A Background A
Background B Background B
State before modification State before modification

Transition mode “Frame in-out H” Transition mode “Frame in-out V”

This mode is specified when creating a transition effect in This mode is specified when creating a transition effect in
the horizontal direction. the vertical direction.
In this mode, when the first transition has completed, you In this mode, in the state at completion of the first
can move the image with the positioner in both horizontal transition, you can move the image with the positioner in
and vertical directions. The image at the transition start both horizontal and vertical directions. The image at the
point and end point also moves. transition start point and end point also moves.
The description is of an example of creating an effect such The description is of an example of creating an effect such
as the following. as the following.

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 filled with the signal selected on the DME external video
Transition First transition Transition
start completion end
bus.
point For 3-channel mode brick, the part of the pattern image
shown in dark gray is filled with the DME external video
signal, and the light gray portion with the signal selected as
follows.

For details about patterns, see “DME Wipe Pattern List”

(page 500).

For a DME dedicated interface

• When the DME channel used is 3 or 4, the signal
selected on the DME utility 1 bus.
Effect execution • When the DME channel used is 7 or 8, the signal
selected on the DME utility 2 bus.
For a DME SDI interface
Signal selected on the AUX bus assigned in the
Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface >DME
Type Setting >DME SDI I/F menu (7337.7). The AUX bus
Image created by interpolation is determined by which DME channel is being used.
Background A
Background B Note
For the SDI interface on the DME, in some cases the AUX
At the first transition completion point, if you move the bus is used in place of the DME external video bus.
image with the positioner, the transition appears as
follows. For details, see “Setting the Interface Between the DME
and the Switcher” (page 474).
Transition First transition Transition
start completion end
point Setting the transition mode

1 Open the Key Frame >DME User PGM menu (6114).

2 In the <Transition Mode> group, select the transition

mode according to the DME wipe action.
Single: Select single transition mode.
Flip Tumble: Select flip tumble transition mode.
Dual: Select dual transition mode.
P in P: Select picture-in-picture mode.
Effect execution Compress: Select compress mode.
Frame I/O: Select frame in-out transition mode.
Frame I/O H: Select frame in-out transition mode in
the horizontal direction.
Frame I/O V: Select frame in-out transition mode in
the vertical direction.
Image created by interpolation
For details about user programmable DME, see
Background A “Creating User Programmable DME Patterns”
Background B (page 163).
State before modification
Note

Signals forming part of the background for The DME channel selected as the reference region (lit
green) in the numeric keypad control block is reflected
a DME wipe in the <Transition Mode> group display.
For a 2-channel mode page turn, roll, brick, frame in-out,
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 You can also use the [TRIM] button to enter a
Time Settings difference value (see page 325).

5 Press the [ENTER] button to confirm the entry.

You can determine the execution time of an effect by
setting either the keyframe durations or the effect duration Note
(see page 314). The keyframe duration may also be automatically
You can make execution time settings in the utility/ changed as a result of changing the effect duration.
shotbox control block.
For details, see “Time Settings” (page 314).

Setting the Keyframe Duration

Setting the Effect Duration

KF MCRO EDIT button 1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the
[EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.

2 Press the [EFF DUR] button.

The display in the numeric keypad control block
shows “DUR” followed by the effect duration
(minutes:seconds:frames).

3 Using the numeric keypad in the numeric keypad

control block, enter the timecode value, as a maximum
of six digits.
For example, to set 3 minutes 7 seconds and 15 frames,
enter 30715.
You can also use the [TRIM] button to enter a
EDIT ENBL button DELAY button
difference value (see page 325).
EFF DUR button

KF DUR button 4 Press the [ENTER] button to confirm the entry.

Note
Utility/shotbox control block
The effect duration may also be changed by inserting
1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the or deleting keyframes.
[EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.
For details, see “Time Settings” (page 314).
2 Stop the effect on the keyframe for which you want to
set the duration.
Delay Setting
The time from this keyframe to the following
keyframe is what you set. 1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button, then press the
[EDIT ENBL] button, turning it on orange.
3 Press the [KF DUR] button.
The display in the numeric keypad control block 2 Press the [DELAY] button.
shows “KF DUR” followed by the duration of the The display in the numeric keypad control block
current keyframe (seconds:frames). shows “DELAY” followed by the delay time
(seconds:frames).
4 Using the numeric keypad in the numeric keypad
control block, enter the timecode value, as a maximum 3 Using the numeric keypad in the numeric keypad
of four digits. control block, enter the timecode value, as a maximum
For example, to set 9 seconds and 20 frames, enter of four digits.
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 You can also use the [TRIM] button to enter a
difference value (see page 325).
Path Settings
4 Press the [ENTER] button to confirm the entry.
The term “path” (see page 315) refers to the specification
of how interpolation is carried out from one keyframe to
the next.
Set keyframe paths in the Key Frame >Path menu (6113).

Basic Path Setting Operations

This section describes an example using key 1 on the M/E-
1 bank to make path settings.

Selecting the category

In the Key Frame >Path menu (6113), from the buttons in
the function button area, select the category for which you
want to make the setting.
First row: Path settings for the switcher M/E-1 to M/E-5,
and PGM/PST banks
Second and third rows: Path settings for User1 to User8
Fourth row: Path settings for DME local channel and
global channel 3D transforms and effects

To select the M/E-1 bank, select [M/E-1] in the first row,

and open the M/E-1 menu (6113.1).

Making switcher path settings

The area for the VF buttons in the Key Frame >Path >M/
E-1 menu (6113.1) shows the names of items.
A B sign by a button indicates that pressing it opens a more
detailed setting menu.
The status area shows the settings for Xpt, Hue, and Curve.
However, depending on the item, these parameters may or
may not be present.

Note
Whenever you set a path or modify its setting, be sure to
press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button in the utility/shotbox
control block to switch to keyframe/macro editing mode,
and press the [EDIT ENBL] button and then [MOD]
button. The setting does not become effective unless the
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 No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Tens Spline interpolation tension
2 Bias Spline interpolation bias
3 Cont Spline interpolation continuity

Changing the path type for Hue

1 In the Key Frame >Path menu (6113), press [M/E-1].

The M/E-1 menu (6113.1) appears.

2 Press the “Hue” path type indication for the [Key1]

item that you want to change.
Changing the path type for Curve A path selection window appears.

1 In the Key Frame >Path menu (6113), press [M/E-1]. 3 Press the indication for the desired path type, to select
it.
The M/E-1 menu (6113.1) appears.
CW: Rotate clockwise.
2 Press the “Curve” path type indication for the [Key1]
item that you want to change. CCW: Rotate counterclockwise.
A path selection window appears.
Short: The hue changes in whichever of the
clockwise and counterclockwise directions is
3 Press the indication for the desired path type, to select
shorter.
it.
Long: The hue changes in whichever of the
OFF: Executing the effect causes no change. clockwise and counterclockwise directions is
longer.
Step: There is no interpolation between
keyframes, so that the effect parameters are Changing the path type for Xpt
updated each time a keyframe is passed.
Linear: Linear interpolation between 1 In the Key Frame >Path menu (6113), press [M/E-1].
keyframes, resulting in constant speed
movement. The M/E-1 menu (6113.1) appears.
S-Curve: The rate of change accelerates and
decelerates before and after a keyframe, so 2 Press the “Xpt” path type indication for the [Key1]
that the rate of change is maximum midway item that you want to change.
between two keyframes.
Spline: The effect follows a smooth curved path A path selection window appears.
from each keyframe to the next.
The status area reflects the selected path type. 3 Press the indication for the desired path type, to select
At this point, depending on the setting for Curve, the it.
effect for Hue and Xpt is also affected as shown in the Xpt Hold off: When replaying a keyframe,
following table. In the menu, the Hue and Xpt settings change the inputs to the settings saved in
do not change, but the path type indication is dimmed memory.
out. Xpt Hold on: When replaying a keyframe, do
Curve setting Hue change Xpt change not change the inputs.
OFF Does not change Hold
Step Changes with the Is not affected
Step setting

4 If you selected [Spline] as the path type, set the

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 This recalls the effect saved in the register.
Effect Execution 3 Press the [RUN] button in the utility/shotbox control
block.
By using the [RUN] button in the utility/shotbox control The [RUN] button lights amber and the effect is
block, you can replay the effect as a continuous sequence executed automatically.
of images. This is referred to as effect execution (see
page 318).
It is also possible to execute an effect from the Flexi Pad Executing an effect manually (fader lever)
control block or device control block. Use the transition control block fader lever as a keyframe
fader.
For details about effect operations in the device control In step 3 of “Executing an effect automatically”
block, see “Device Control Block (Trackball)” (page 46). (page 336), operate the fader lever.
To use the transition control block fader lever as
a keyframe fader
Effect Execution (Utility/Shotbox You can also assign the [KF] button functions to a button
Control Block) in the transition control block (see page 428).
Press the [KF] button, turning it on, to execute a keyframe
Use the keyframe control buttons in the utility/shotbox effect with the fader lever.
control block to execute the keyframe effect recalled using
the numeric keypad control block. Notes
• It is not possible for the [KF] button to be enabled for
multiple banks (M/E or PGM/PST) at the same time. If
you press the [KF] button in more than one bank, only
the last button pressed remains enabled.
• If a macro is assigned to the transition control block
fader lever, then while in use as a keyframe fader the
macro is not executed.

Moving to the first keyframe of the effect

Press the [REWIND] button.

Moving to the last keyframe of the effect

REWIND button FF button Press the [FF] button. Alternatively, press the [REV]
button, turning it on, and press the [REWIND] button.
RUN button

REV button

Setting the Run Mode

Utility/shotbox control block
You can set the mode for executing effects using the
Executing an effect automatically [RUN] button in the utility/shotbox control block.

1 Use the region selection buttons in the numeric keypad Specifying the effect execution direction
control block to select the target region of the To specify the effect execution direction, press the
operation. [NORM] button or the [REV] button, turning it on.
For details about region selection, see “Region To execute the effect so as to obtain the effects of the
selection in the numeric keypad control block” [NORM] and [REV] buttons alternately, press the
(page 322). [NORM/REV] button, turning it on.
When the [NORM] button is lit: The effect is executed
2 Use the numeric keypad to enter the number of the in the direction from the first keyframe to the last
register in which the effect you want to execute is keyframe.
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When the [REV] button is lit: The effect is executed in
the direction from the last keyframe to the first
keyframe.
Saving Effects
When the [NORM/REV] button is lit: Each time the
effect is executed, the direction reverses.
When you recall an effect, the currently recalled effect is
automatically saved in a register. This is referred to as the
Executing an effect up to the next auto save function.
keyframe You can disable the auto save function in the Setup menu.
You can also specify a register and save an effect in it.
1 Press the [STOP NEXT KF] button, turning it on.
Saving an effect in a specified register
2 Press the [RUN] button.
Specify the register using the numeric keypad control
This executes the effect as far as the next keyframe. block.
When the [REV] button is lit, it is executed as far as
the previous keyframe. 1 In the numeric keypad control block, press the [EFF]
button.
Repeating an effect The control block switches to effect operation mode,
and the [EFF] button and [RCALL] button light
1 Press the [EFF LOOP] button, turning it on. amber.

2 Press the [RUN] button. 2 Select the region using the region selection buttons.
This executes the effect repeatedly, from the first You can select more than one button.
keyframe to the last keyframe. The following region selection buttons can be operated
When the [REV] button is lit, the effect is executed in for effects.
the reverse direction. M/E1 to M/E5, P/P, USER1 to USER8,
DME1 to DME8, PBUS, GPI, MCRO, ALL
3 To stop the repeating effect, press the [EFF LOOP] For details about region selection, see “Region
button, turning it off, or press the [REWIND] button. selection in the numeric keypad control block”
(page 322).
For details about saving a master timeline, see
“Creating and saving a master timeline” (page 338).

3 Press the [STORE] button, turning it on.

4 Enter the number of the register in which you want to

save using the numeric keypad buttons.
For details about selecting a register, see “Register
selection in the numeric keypad control block”
(page 322).

5 To add an attribute (effect dissolve), press the [EFF

DISS] button, turning it on.
For details about attributes, see “Effect Attributes”
(page 313).

6 Press the [ENTER] button.

This saves the effect in the specified register.
The [RCALL] button and the [STORE STATS] button
light amber.

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To undo the saving of an effect
While the [STORE STATS] button is lit amber, press and
hold the [STORE STATS] button and press the [UNDO]
Creating and Saving a
button. Master Timeline
You can save region information (information on any
regions, including the register numbers associated with the
regions) referred to as a master timeline in a dedicated
register. By recalling that register, you can manipulate the
regions and registers together.

Creating and Saving a Master

Timeline (Numeric Keypad Control
Block)

Creating and saving a master timeline

1 Press the [EFF] button.

The control block switches to effect operation mode,
and the [EFF] button and [RCALL] button light
amber.

2 Recall the effect to save on the master timeline by

specifying the register number for each region.
For details about the method of operation, see
“Recalling a register” (page 323).

3 Press the buttons for the regions you want to save on

the master timeline, turning them on.

4 Press the region selection button [MASTR], turning it

on.
The display shows “MASTR” and the last recalled
master timeline register number.

5 Press the [STORE] button, turning it on.

6 With the numeric keypad buttons, enter the number of

the register in which you want to save the master
timeline.
For details about selecting a register, see “Register
selection in the numeric keypad control block”
(page 322).

7 Press the [ENTER] button.

This saves the effect in the specified register.
The [RCALL] button and the [STORE STATS] button
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Notes Checking the regions saved on a master
timeline
• It is not possible to undo a master timeline save.
• Saving the master timeline does not carry out a save of For example in the course of changing a master timeline,
effects. Save the effects for each region first, then carry you can check which regions are saved in the register.
out the master timeline save. With the [MASTR] button lit, hold down the [STORE]
button.
While the [STORE] button is pressed, the region selection
Modifying a master timeline button for the saved region lights amber.
This section describes changing the M/E-1 register from
Effect 5 to Effect 10 as an example.
Creating and Saving a Master
Example: Master timeline register information before and
after modification Timeline (Menu)
Region Register 1 Open the Effect >Master Timeline >Store menu
Before After modification (6211).
modification
The status area shows the master timeline register
M/E-1 Effect 5 Effect 10
names, register lock status, register number for each
P/P Effect 5 Effect 5 region, and so on.
1 Recall the master timeline register you want to change 2 Switch the region display as required.
(see page 323).
Press the button corresponding to the region you want
This simultaneously recalls M/E-1 register 5 and P/P to display.
register 5, and the [M/E1] and [P/P] region selection M/E: M/E-1 (“ME1”), M/E-2 (“ME2”), M/E-3
buttons light. (“ME3”), M/E-4 (“ME4”), M/E-5 (“ME5”)
P/P: PGM/PST (“P/P”)
2 Press the region selection button [MASTR], turning it User: User1 (“USR1”), User2 (“USR2”), User3
off. (“USR3”), User4 (“USR4”), User5 (“USR5”),
User6 (“USR6”), User7 (“USR7”), User8
3 Turn on only the button for the region you want to (“USR8”)
change ([M/E1]), and recall the desired register (Effect DME: DME ch1 (“DME1”), ch2 (“DME2”), ch3
10). (“DME3”), ch4 (“DME4”), ch5 (“DME5”), ch6
This recalls M/E-1 register 10, while on P/P register 5 (“DME6”), ch7 (“DME7”), ch8 (“DME8”)
remains selected. DEV1-8: Device1 (“DEV1”), Device2 (“DEV2”),
Device3 (“DEV3”), Device4 (“DEV4”), Device5
4 Press the buttons for the regions you want to save on (“DEV5”), Device6 (“DEV6”), Device7
the master timeline ([M/E1] and [P/P]), turning them (“DEV7”), Device8 (“DEV8”)
on. DEV9-12: Device9 (“DEV9”), Device10 (“DEV10”),
Device11 (“DEV11”), Device12 (“DEV12”)
5 Press the region selection button [MASTR], turning it Misc: P-Bus (“PBUS”), GPI (“GPI”), Macro
on. (“MCRO”)

The display shows the last recalled master timeline 3 Select the register in which you want to save the
register number. master timeline.

6 Press the [STORE] button, turning it on. 4 Press [Edit].

7 Use the numeric keypad buttons to enter the number of The Edit menu (6211.1) appears.
the register in which you want to save the master You can also use the [Master Reg] parameter to select
timeline, and press the [ENTER] button. the master timeline register in this menu.
The status area shows the status of each region in this
This saves M/E-1 register 10 and P/P register 5 in the master timeline.
master timeline register.
5 Select a region.
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 To select all regions, press [ALL]. To select all
switcher-related regions (M/E, P/P, User), press [SWR
ALL].
Recalling and Executing a
6 Press [Assign], turning it on.
Master Timeline
If the selected register is locked, a confirmation
message appears asking whether or not to cancel the For details about recalling a master timeline in the
operation. Press [OK] to return to the previous menu numeric keypad control block, see “Recalling a Register
display without carrying out the registration. (Numeric Keypad Control Block)” (page 322).
If the operation is carried out, the region selected in
step 5 is registered on the master timeline.
Recalling and Executing a Master
7 Select the number of the effect register. Timeline (Flexi Pad Control Block)
No. Parameter Adjustment Pressing the [MASTR EFF] button in the Flexi Pad control
3 Effect Reg Effect register number
block switches the memory recall section to effect
operation mode for recalling and executing master
8 Repeat steps 5 to 7 as required to set all regions and timelines. The region set when the master timeline was
register numbers to be saved on the master timeline. saved is recalled.

9 In the <Store> group, press [Store]. MASTR EFF button

To return to the state before saving the master
timeline content
In the <Store> group, press [Undo].

Bank selection buttons

Memory recall section

Flexi Pad control block

1 In the Flexi Pad control block, press the [MASTR

EFF] button.
This switches the memory recall section to effect
operation mode.
The bank recalled last and register number are
displayed on the top right button in the memory recall
section.

2 Select the target bank for operation using the bank

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 Select from bank 0 to 9 (register number 1 to 99) for
the effect.
Editing Registers
For details about bank selection, see “Bank and
register selection in the Flexi Pad control block”
(page 349). Using the Effect menu, you can carry out the following
effect register operations.
3 Press the button for the register to be recalled. • Effect status display (see page 341)
• Effect attribute settings (see page 341)
The selected button lights orange, and this recalls the • Effect register editing (see page 342)
master timeline. The selected bank and register
number are displayed on the top right button in the This section describes the menu for effect registers 1 to 99
memory recall section. as an example.
Carry out similar operations in the Effect 101-199 menu,
4 Execute the effect. Effect 201-299 menu, and Effect 301-399 menu for user
Pressing the [REWIND] button in the memory recall programmable DME registers.
section moves to the first keyframe of the effect. Also, carry out similar operations in the DEV/PBUS Effect
Pressing the [RUN] button executes the effect. 1-250 menu for P-Bus and Device1 to Device12 registers.
If a pause is set in the effect, the display of the [RUN]
button will switch to [PAUSE] at the pause point.
When you press the [PAUSE] button, the display Effect Status Display
returns to [RUN] and effect execution resumes.
The Effect >Effect 1-99 menu displays the following
information.
Region name: The selected region name appears in the
upper part of the list.
Register number
Register name
Write-protected status: When the register is write-
protected, an “L” appears.
Empty status: When the register is empty, an “E” appears.

Effect Attribute Settings

Applying effect dissolve

Apply the “effect dissolve” attribute to a keyframe effect.

1 Open the Effect >Effect 1-99 >Attribute menu (6221).

2 Press the region display in the upper part of the list to

display a selection window, then select the region in
the selection window.
You can select more than one region.
To select all regions, press [ALL]. To select all
switcher-related regions (M/E, P/P, User), press [SWR
ALL].

3 Press [OK].

4 Select a register.
To select all registers, press [ALL]. To select multiple
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 To select multiple registers with the [Num] 3 Press [OK].
parameter
Specify the register number in the [Register] 4 Select a register.
parameter, and set the quantity in the [Num]
parameter. To select all registers, press [ALL]. To select multiple
The specified amount of registers is selected from the registers, set the [Num] parameter (see page 342).
specified register number.
5 Press [Lock], turning it on.
5 Press [Effect Dissolve], turning it on. To release the lock
Select the register you want to unlock, and press [Lock],
6 Set the duration. turning it off.

No. Parameter Adjustment

Copying, moving, and swapping data
4 Eff Diss Dissolve duration between effect registers
Duration
This section describes the procedure for copying data as an
example. You can move or swap data using a similar
Setting the duration for a temporary procedure.
attribute
Set the duration for a temporary attribute set in the numeric 1 Open the Effect >Effect 1-99 >Copy/Merge menu
keypad control block using the following parameters. (6223).

No. Parameter Adjustment The left side of the status area shows the register
5 Temp Dur Temporary attribute dissolve duration number of the copy source, and the right side shows
the register number of the copy destination.

Effect Register Editing 2 Press the region display in the upper part of the list to
display a selection window, then select the region in
You can carry out the following editing on effect registers the selection window.
and master timeline registers. Operation between regions
• Lock: Write-protect the data contents of the register. Operation between regions is possible in the following
• Copy: Copy data between registers. cases.
• Merge: Merge the data of two registers. It is not possible • Two of the M/E-1, M/E-2, M/E-3, M/E-4, M/E-5,
to merge master timeline registers. and PGM/PST regions
• Move: Move data between registers. • Two of the User1 to 8 regions of the same
• Swap: Swap the contents of two registers. configuration
• Delete: Delete the data contents of a register. • Two of the DME ch1 to ch8 (including Global)
• Name: Attach a name to a register. regions

Write-protecting the contents of the effect 3 Press [OK].

register
4 Select the source and destination registers.
Note To select all registers, press [ALL]. To select multiple
registers, set the [Num] parameter (see page 342).
It is not possible to write-protect an empty register.

1 Open the Effect >Effect 1-99 >Lock menu (6222).

5 To copy without transferring the name, in the <Copy>
group, press [W/o Name], turning it on.
2 Press the region display in the upper part of the list to
6 In the <Copy> group, press [Copy].
display a selection window, then select the region in
the selection window.
Merging effect registers
You can select more than one region.
To select all regions, press [ALL]. To select all 1 Open the Effect >Effect 1-99 >Copy/Merge menu
switcher-related regions (M/E, P/P, User), press [SWR (6223).
ALL].

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 The left side of the status area shows a list for the 6 Enter a name of up to 8 characters in the keyboard
register to be placed at the back when merged. The window, and press [Enter].
right side shows a list for the register to be placed at the
front when merged. Note

2 Press the region display in the upper part of the list to The following names cannot be used.
display a selection window, then select the region in CON, PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL
the selection window. COM0, COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5,
COM6, COM7, COM8, COM9
3 Press [OK]. LPT0, LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, LPT4, LPT5, LPT6, LPT7,
LPT8, LPT9
4 Select the register to be at the back and the register to
be at the front after the merge.
Effect Register List View and Editing
5 Press [Merge].
You can display a list of effect registers including status
information (whether data is present and so on), then carry
Deleting data from effect registers out lock, copy, delete, and rename operations.
1 Open the Effect >Effect 1-99 >Delete menu (6226).
Displaying the list of effect registers
2 Press the region display in the upper part of the list to Press the menu title button at the top left of the Effect
display a selection window, then select the region in menu.
the selection window. The Effect >Status menu (6200) appears.
The status area shows a list of effect registers (1 to 99).
You can select more than one region.
To select all regions, press [ALL]. To select all Register name displays
switcher-related regions (M/E, P/P, User), press [SWR For the same number, the register name for the M/E-1
ALL]. region takes precedence.
If there is no data for the M/E-1 region, then the register
3 Press [OK]. name appears in the sequence M/E-2 >M/E-3 >M/E-4 >M/
E-5 >PGM/PST >User1 to User8 >DME ch1 to DME ch8
4 Select a register. >Device1 to Device12 >P-Bus >GPI >Macro.
To select all registers, press [ALL]. To select multiple Indication colors
registers, set the [Num] parameter (see page 342). Each register has a color-coded border, indicating its
status.
5 Press [Delete]. Selected register: Pale blue border
Register containing data: Shown orange within the
Attaching a name to an effect register border. If, however, there are one or more locked
regions, the display is in red.
1 Open the Effect >Effect 1-99 >Rename menu (6227).
Write-protecting the contents of the effect
2 Press the region display in the upper part of the list to register
display a selection window, then select the region in
the selection window. This applies to all regions.

You can select more than one region. 1 In the Effect >Status menu (6200), select the register.
To select all regions, press [ALL]. To select all
switcher-related regions (M/E, P/P, User), press [SWR 2 Press [Lock].
ALL].
The register is locked, and the background of the
3 Press [OK]. register indication appears in red.
To release the lock
4 Select a register. Press [Lock] once more, turning the contents of the frame
to orange.
5 Press [Rename].

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Copying data in effect registers
This applies to all regions.

1 In the Effect >Status menu (6200), select the copy

source register.

2 In the <Copy> group, press [From __].

3 Select the copy destination register.

4 In the <Copy> group, press [To __].

Deleting data from effect registers

This applies to all regions.

1 In the Effect >Status menu (6200), select the register.

2 Press [Delete].

Renaming an effect register

This applies to all regions.

1 In the Effect >Status menu (6200), select the register.

2 Press [Rename].

3 Enter a name of up to 8 characters in the keyboard

window, and press [Enter].

Note
The following names cannot be used.
CON, PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL
COM0, COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5,
COM6, COM7, COM8, COM9
LPT0, LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, LPT4, LPT5, LPT6, LPT7,
LPT8, LPT9

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Snapshot Attributes
14
Overview
An individual snapshot may also have attached special
conditions relating to switcher or DME operation when the
The term “snapshot” refers to a function whereby the snapshot is recalled.
various settings required to apply a particular effect to an These conditions are called “attributes” of the snapshot,
image are saved in memory as a set of data, for recall as and can be added when the snapshot is saved or recalled.
required, to reproduce the original state.
You perform snapshot operations using the numeric
keypad control block, Flexi Pad control block, or the Types of attribute
menu. There are seven snapshot attributes, as follows.
Cross-point hold (Xpt Hold): When the snapshot is
Note recalled, the cross-point button selection information
remains unchanged. This can be set independently for
If the switcher bank is set to [Inhibit] setting, it is not each bus.
possible to recall a snapshot on that bank (see page 424). Key disable: When the snapshot is recalled, the key
settings remain unchanged.
This can be set independently for each keyer.
Snapshot Types A Setup menu allows you to select whether or not the
key on/off state should also remain unchanged.
Snapshots are classified as follows. For details, see “Setting the operation mode of a
Snapshots applying to a particular region cross-point hold button on the key bus” (page 468).
(functional block of the switcher or DME) Effect dissolve: The transition from the state before the
The term “snapshot” alone usually refers to this type of snapshot recall to the snapshot settings changes
snapshot. This only applies to regions assigned to region smoothly (dissolve). The dissolve duration can be set
selection buttons in the numeric keypad control block. in the Snapshot menu.
Auto transition: An auto transition starts the instant the
For details about regions, see “Regions” (page 312). snapshot is recalled. The auto transition setting is valid
only for M/E-1, M/E-2, M/E-3, M/E-4, M/E-5, and
Master snapshot: In a snapshot that targets the region, PGM/PST.
this applies to the selected region and the register
numbers saved in the region.
Note
Snapshots applying only to particular functions
If both effect dissolve and auto transition are selected
This type of snapshot includes the following.
as attributes, the auto transition takes precedence.
Key snapshot: This includes the key on/off state and all
key settings other than key priority for each keyer (see GPI output: A GPI output is sent to the preassigned GPI
page 135). port the instant the snapshot is recalled.
Wipe snapshot: This includes the wipe settings of each of The trigger type depends on the switcher GPI output
the banks (see page 149). settings made in the Setup menu.
DME wipe snapshot: This includes the DME wipe
For details, see “Setting Switcher GPI Outputs”
settings of each of the banks (see page 162).
(page 473).
This section describes the snapshots that apply to a Clip event: Recall a frame memory clip immediately after
particular region. the snapshot is recalled.

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Auto play: Play a frame memory clip immediately after
the snapshot is recalled.
Snapshot Operations
Table of available attributes (Numeric Keypad Control
The attributes that can be used depend on the region, as
follows.
Block)
Yes: Available, No: Not available

Attributes Region Saving and Recalling Snapshots

M/E-1, User1 to 8 DME ch1
M/E-2, to ch8
M/E-3,
M/E-4, AUTO TRANS button
M/E-5, EFF DISS button
PGM/PST
Display
Cross-point hold Yes Yes Yes
Key disable Yes No No SNAPSHOT button UNDO button

Effect dissolve Yes Yes Yes

Auto transition Yes No No
GPI outputs Yes Yes No
Clip event No Yes No
Auto play No Yes No

Attribute display
You can check the attributes added to a snapshot in the
Snapshot menu (see page 352).

Temporary attributes
STORE button GPI ENBL button
When recalling a snapshot, you can temporarily enable
attributes distinct from the attributes set for each register. RCALL button
These are called “temporary attributes.” STORE STATS button
You set temporary attributes when recalling a snapshot.
Region selection buttons Numeric keypad buttons

Bus override
Numeric keypad control block
If you recall a snapshot while holding down an A or B bus
button, the selection of the signal on the A or B bus does
not change when the snapshot is recalled. This function is Saving a snapshot
called “bus override.”
This function is effective when cross-point hold is not set, 1 Set the state you want to save as a snapshot.
and you want to temporarily maintain the cross-point
setting. When cross-point hold is set, bus override 2 In the numeric keypad control block, press the
operation is not necessary. [SNAPSHOT] button.
The control block switches to snapshot operation
mode, and the [SNAPSHOT] button and [RCALL]
button light amber.

3 Use the region selection buttons to select the target

region of the operation.
You can select more than one button.
The following region selection buttons can be operated
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 M/E1 to M/E5, P/P, USER1 to USER8, Recalling a snapshot
DME1 to DME8, RTR, ALL
For details about region selection, see “Region 1 In the numeric keypad control block, press the
selection in the numeric keypad control block” [SNAPSHOT] button.
(page 322). The control block switches to snapshot operation
For details about saving a master snapshot, see mode, and the [SNAPSHOT] button and [RCALL]
“Creating and saving a master snapshot” (page 348). button light amber.

The display shows the selected region name and the 2 Use the region selection buttons to select the target
last recalled register number. region of the operation.

4 Press the [STORE] button, turning it on. You can select more than one button.
The following region selection buttons can be operated
5 Use the numeric keypad to enter the number of the for snapshots.
register in which you want to save. M/E1 to M/E5, P/P, USER1 to USER8,
DME1 to DME8, RTR, ALL, MASTR
The display shows the selected register number.
For details about region selection, see “Region
For details about selecting a register, see “Register selection in the numeric keypad control block”
selection in the numeric keypad control block” (page 322).
(page 322).
3 Use the numeric keypad buttons to enter the register
Note number to be recalled.
If you press a button in which a snapshot is already The display shows the selected register number.
saved, the existing contents of the register will be For details about selecting a register, see “Register
overwritten. selection in the numeric keypad control block”
(page 322).
6 To add attributes (see page 345), press the following
buttons, turning them on. 4 To add temporary attributes (see page 345), press the
following buttons, turning them on.
Attribute Button
Effect dissolve [EFF DISS] button Control Temporary Button
Auto transition [AUTO TRANS] button block attribute

GPI output a) [GPI ENBL] button Cross- A/B bus cross- [XPTHLD BKGD A] and
point point hold [XPTHLD BKGD B]
a) The GPI port that can be set is 1 (fixed). control buttons of the cross-
block point pad

Note Key cross-point [XPTHLD KEY1] to

hold [XPTHLD KEY8] buttons
In the numeric keypad control block, it is not possible of the cross-point pad a)
to add the cross-point hold attribute. When adding Key disable [XPTHLD KEY1] to
attributes, use the menu (see page 351). [XPTHLD KEY8] buttons
of the cross-point pad b)
7 Press the [ENTER] button. Numeric Effect dissolve [EFF DISS] button
keypad
Auto transition [AUTO TRANS] button
This saves the snapshot in the specified register. control
The [RCALL] button and the [STORE STATS] button block
light amber.
a) When the operation mode is set to [Xpt Hold] in the Setup menu.
b) When the operation mode is set to [Key Disable] or [Key Dsbl with
To cancel a snapshot save operation Status] in the Setup menu.
While the [STORE STATS] button is lit amber, press and
hold the [STORE STATS] button and press the [UNDO] For details about operation modes, see “Setting the
button. operation mode of a cross-point hold button on the key
bus” (page 468).

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• The cross-point hold and key disable settings are

Snapshot Operations
maintained until you next press and release the
cross-point hold button.
(Flexi Pad Control Block)
• Adding a temporary attribute does not affect the
attribute settings saved in registers. In the Flexi Pad control block on each M/E bank and PGM/
• It is not possible to add temporary attributes to a PST banks, you can only carry out operations on snapshots
master snapshot. for that bank.
5 Press the [ENTER] button.
DEL button
The specified snapshot is recalled.
When a master snapshot is recalled, the region SNAPSHOT button UNDO button
selection buttons are lit according to the saved region
information.
To cancel a snapshot recall operation
To cancel the snapshot recall, press the [UNDO] button.

Note
It is not possible to cancel recalling of a master snapshot.

Creating and saving a master snapshot

Use the same procedure for creating and saving a master
timeline.
For master snapshot operations, use the [SNAPSHOT]
button instead of the [EFF] button.

For details, see “Creating and Saving a Master Timeline

(Numeric Keypad Control Block)” (page 338).
Bank selection buttons

Memory recall section

Flexi Pad control block

Banks and Registers

To allow operations on the 250 registers, the Flexi Pad
control block treats the registers in groups. These groups
are called “banks.” There are 26 banks, numbered 0 to 25,
and the following registers correspond to each bank.

Bank Register Bank Register

number number number number
Bank 0 1 to 9 Bank 13 130 to 139
Bank 1 10 to 19 Bank 14 140 to 149
Bank 2 20 to 29 Bank 15 150 to 159
Bank 3 30 to 39 Bank 16 160 to 169
Bank 4 40 to 49 Bank 17 170 to 179
Bank 5 50 to 59 Bank 18 180 to 189
Bank 6 60 to 69 Bank 19 190 to 199
Bank 7 70 to 79 Bank 20 200 to 209

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Bank Register Bank Register 2 In the M/E-1 bank Flexi Pad control block, press the
number number number number [SNAPSHOT] button.
Bank 8 80 to 89 Bank 21 210 to 219 This switches the memory recall section to snapshot
Bank 9 90 to 99 Bank 22 220 to 229 operation mode.
Bank 10 100 to 109 Bank 23 230 to 239 The last recalled bank is displayed on the M/E-1 bank.
Bank 11 110 to 119 Bank 24 240 to 249
3 Select the target bank for operation using the bank
Bank 12 120 to 129 Bank 25 250 selection buttons.

Note Select from bank 0 to 9 (register number 1 to 99) for

the snapshot.
The banks and number of registers that can be selected
vary depending on the function. For details about bank selection, see “Bank and
register selection in the Flexi Pad control block”
Bank and register selection in the Flexi Pad (page 349).
control block
Select the bank corresponding to the target register using 4 To add an attribute (see page 345), press and hold the
the bank selection buttons. [SNAPSHOT] button, and press the following button
To select bank 0: Press the [BANK0] button. in the memory recall section, turning it on.
To select bank 1: Press the [BANK1] button.
To select bank 2: Press the [BANK2] button. Attribute Button
To select bank 0 to 25: Press the [BANK SEL] button,
and enter the desired bank with the numeric keypad Effect dissolve [EFF DISS] button
buttons in the memory recall section. Auto transition [AUTO TRANS] button

When a bank is selected, the memory recall section Note

changes to display the register numbers.
In the Flexi Pad control block, it is not possible to add
The register name is displayed on buttons for registers with
the cross-point hold or GPI output attributes. When
registered data.
adding attributes, use the menu (see page 351).
The button color varies as follows, according to the
register state.
Gray characters on dark blue: Register not containing
5 Still holding down the [SNAPSHOT] button from step
4, press the save destination register button.
saved data
White characters on dark blue: Register containing The selected button is lit orange, and the snapshot is
saved data saved.
Lit orange: Last recalled register
Note
You can switch to the register display of the previous or
next bank number using the [PREV BANK] button or If you press a button in which a snapshot is already
[NEXT BANK] button. saved, the existing contents of the register will be
overwritten.
Press the button for the target register to select it, turning it
on orange. Recalling a snapshot
The selected bank and register number are displayed on the
top right button in the memory recall section.
Note

If a switcher bank region is not assigned to a region

Saving and Recalling Snapshots selection button in the numeric keypad control block, the
Flexi Pad control block cannot be used to recall a snapshot.
This section describes operation of snapshots on M/E-1
bank as an example. For details, see “Assigning a Region to the Region
Selection Buttons in the Numeric Keypad Control Block”
(page 427).
Saving a snapshot

1 In the M/E-1 bank, make the settings for the state you
1 In the M/E-1 bank Flexi Pad control block, press the
[SNAPSHOT] button.
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operation mode. operation mode.
The last recalled bank is displayed on the M/E-1 bank. The last recalled bank is displayed on the M/E-1 bank.

2 Select the target bank for operation using the bank 2 Select the target bank for operation using the bank
selection buttons. selection buttons.
Select from bank 0 to 9 (register number 1 to 99) for Select from bank 0 to 9 (register number 1 to 99) for
the snapshot. the snapshot.
For details about bank selection, see “Bank and For details about bank selection, see “Bank and
register selection in the Flexi Pad control block” register selection in the Flexi Pad control block”
(page 349). (page 349).

3 To add temporary attributes (see page 345), press the 3 Press and hold the [DEL] button, and press the button
following buttons, turning them on. of the register in which the snapshot you want to delete
is saved.
Control Temporary Button The selected button changes to register number
block attribute
display.
Cross- A/B bus cross- [XPTHLD BKGD A] and
point point hold [XPTHLD BKGD B]
control buttons of the cross-point
block pad
Key cross-point [XPTHLD KEY1] to
hold [XPTHLD KEY8] buttons
of the cross-point pad a)
Key disable [XPTHLD KEY1] to
[XPTHLD KEY8] buttons
of the cross-point pad b)
Flexi Pad Effect dissolve [EFF DISS] button
control
Auto transition [AUTO TRANS] button
block

a) When the operation mode is set to [Xpt Hold] in the Setup menu.
b) When the operation mode is set to [Key Disable] or [Key Dsbl with
Status] in the Setup menu.
For details about operation modes, see “Setting the
operation mode of a cross-point hold button on the key
bus” (page 468).

Notes
• The cross-point hold and key disable settings are
maintained until you next press and release the
cross-point hold button.
• Adding a temporary attribute does not affect the
attribute settings saved in registers.

4 Press the button for the register to be recalled.

The selected button is lit orange, and the snapshot is
recalled.
The selected bank and register number are displayed
on the top right button in the memory recall section.

Deleting a snapshot

1 In the M/E-1 bank Flexi Pad control block, press the

[SNAPSHOT] button.

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 5 In the <Attribute> group, select the attribute (see
Snapshot Operations page 345) you want to add.
Configure the attribute, as required.
(Menu)
To add the cross-point hold attribute

Operations in the Snapshot menu Note

You use the Snapshot menu to make snapshot settings.
The Snapshot menu displays the status of each register, You can set whether or not to add key disable to cross-
and is used to perform operations, such as to set snapshot point hold in the Setup menu.
attributes or copy/delete snapshot registers.
For details, see “Setting the operation mode of a cross-
Operations in the Misc >Snapshot menu on a point hold button on the key bus” (page 468).
switcher bank
You can limit the snapshot setting to M/E or PGM/PST 1 Press [Xpt Hold].
banks.
The Xpt Hold menu (6321.1) appears.
The status area shows a list of the currently selected
regions and bus names.
Selecting a Region or Reference
Region 2 Select a bus.

During snapshot operations, you can select a region in the When the region is set to RTR (Router), select a
menu. This is convenient for selecting some of the regions destination.
assigned to the numeric keypad control block or when To select one or more buses/destinations, press
changing the reference region. [Plural] and then select. To select all buses/
destinations, press [ALL].
For details about the method of operation, see “Recalling
regions to edit (menu)” (page 324). 3 When RTR (Router) is selected for region, press [RTR
Level].
A window appears for selecting the router level.
Setting Snapshot Attributes When RTR (Router) is not selected, skip to step 5.

Adding attributes to a snapshot

4 Select the level for the cross-point hold setting, and
press [OK].
1 Open the Snapshot >Snapshot >Attribute menu To select all levels, press [ALL].
(6321).
The status area shows the region names, register
5 In the <Xpt Hold> group, press [ON].
numbers and status, and attribute settings. This enables cross-point hold on the selected bus or
buses.
2 Press the region display in the upper part of the list to
display a selection window, then select the region in To add the effect dissolve attribute
the selection window.
1 Press [Effect Dissolve], turning it on.
You can select more than one region.
To select all regions, press [ALL]. To select all 2 Set the dissolve duration.
switcher-related regions (M/E, P/P, User), press [SWR
ALL].
No. Parameter Adjustment

3 Press [OK]. 3 Eff Diss

Duration
Dissolve duration

4 Select a register. To set the duration for an effect dissolve

To select all registers, press [ALL]. To select multiple temporary attribute
registers, set the [Num] parameter (see page 342). To set the duration for an effect dissolve temporary
attribute in the numeric keypad control block or Flexi Pad
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No. Parameter Adjustment displayed.
5 Temp Dur Temporary attribute dissolve duration Attribute settings: The attributes set for a register are
shown by the following character codes.
To add the auto transition attribute • When the cross-point hold attribute is added
Press [Auto Transition], turning it on.
Displayed Attributes set
To add the GPI output attribute character codes
A, B Cross-point hold is set for the A or B
1 Press [GPI Output], turning it on. background bus.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, Cross-point hold is set for key bus 1, 2,
2 Set the port number. 8 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 or 8.
U1, U2 Cross-point hold is set for the utility 1 or
No. Parameter Adjustment utility 2 bus.
4 GPI Out GPI output port number D2 Cross-point hold is set for video bus
Port selected for 2nd DME channel.
FvFkBvBk Cross-point hold is set for all of the DME
To add the clip event attribute front video bus, DME front key bus, DME
back video bus, and DME back key bus.
Note Aux Cross-point hold is set for one of the
AUX buses.
The following operating procedure can be used only for
Fm1, Fm2 Cross-point hold is set for one of the
frame memory assigned to a user region. frame memory 1 and 2 buses.

For details, see “Setting User Regions” (page 454). Ccr1, Ccr2 Cross-point hold is set for one of the
color corrector 1 and 2 buses.
1 Press [Clip Event]. RTR Cross-point hold is set for the Router
region.
The Clip Event menu (6321.2) appears. • When the effect dissolve attribute is added
2 In the <Frame Memory Select> group, press the target Displayed Attributes set
button. character codes
Duration value The effect dissolve attribute is set, with
On the left of the status area, the region name and the displayed duration.
content assigned to the selected frame memory (for
example, User1) are shown. On the right, the content • When the auto transition attribute is added
of the clip of the current frame memory is shown.
Displayed Attributes set
character codes
3 Press [Clip Event], turning it on.
T Auto transition is set.
The clip event attribute is added.
• When the GPI output attribute is added
4 To select the clip in the “Current” field, press [Set]. Displayed Attributes set
character codes
5 To play the clip as soon as it is recalled, press [Auto Port number GPI output is set for the port of the
Play], turning it on. displayed number.
• When the clip event attribute is added
Snapshot Status Display Displayed Attributes set
character codes
The Snapshot >Snapshot >Attribute menu (6321) displays On Clip event is set.
the following information.
Region name: The selected region name appears in the
upper part of the list.
Register number
Register name
Lock status: When the register is locked (write-
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Setting Key Snapshot Attributes (“DME3”), ch4 (“DME4”), ch5 (“DME5”), ch6
(“DME6”), ch7 (“DME7”), ch8 (“DME8”)
Adding attributes to a key snapshot Misc: Router (“RTR”)

1 Open the Snapshot >Key Snapshot >Attribute menu

(6351). Snapshot Register Editing
The status area shows the region names, register You can carry out the following editing on snapshot
numbers, and the lock status. registers.
You can also perform the same operations on master
2 Press the region display in the upper part of the list, snapshot, wipe snapshot, DME wipe snapshot, and key
then select the region in the selection window. snapshot registers.
• Lock: Write-protect the data contents of the register.
3 Press [OK]. • Copy: Copy data between registers.
• Move: Move data between registers.
4 Select a register. • Swap: Swap the contents of two registers.
• Delete: Delete the data contents of a register.
5 In the <Recall Mode> group, set the state when saving • Name: Attach a name to a register.
and recalling the register. In the menu for each snapshot, use the same procedure as
when editing an effect register.
XPT: Only the key material selection data is saved or
recalled. For details, see “Effect Register Editing” (page 342).
Modifier: The key modifier settings are saved or
recalled.
Transition: The independent key transition settings
are saved or recalled. Snapshot Register List View and
Editing
Creating and Saving a Master You can display a list of snapshot register status (whether
data is present and so on), then carry out lock, copy, delete,
Snapshot and rename operations.
Open the Snapshot >Master Snapshot >Store menu (6311),
and use the same procedure for creating and saving a Displaying a list of snapshot registers
master timeline. Press the menu title button at the top left of the Snapshot
menu.
For details, see “Creating and Saving a Master Timeline The Snapshot >Status menu (6300) appears.
(Menu)” (page 339). The status area shows a list of snapshot registers (1 to 99).
Use the same procedure as when locking, copying,
Snapshot >Master Snapshot >Store menu deleting, or renaming an effect register.

1 Open the Snapshot >Master Snapshot >Store menu For details, see “Effect Register List View and Editing”
(6311). (page 343).
The status area shows the master snapshot register
names, lock status, register number for each region, Register name display
and so on. For the same number, the register name for the M/E-1
region takes precedence.
2 Switch the region display as required. If there is no data for the M/E-1 region, then the register
name appears in the sequence M/E-2 >M/E-3 >M/E-4 >M/
Press the button corresponding to the region you want E-5 >PGM/PST >User1 to 8 >DME ch1 to ch8 >Router.
to display.
M/E: M/E-1 (“ME1”), M/E-2 (“ME2”), M/E-3
(“ME3”), M/E-4 (“ME4”), M/E-5 (“ME5”)
P/P: PGM/PST (“P/P”)
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Operations in the Misc >Snapshot
You can add attributes to a snapshot whose button is lit
Menu on a Switcher Bank green in the M/E-1 >Misc >Snapshot menu (1177).
To limit snapshot settings to the M/E or PGM/PST banks,
use the Misc menu on each bank.
1 To add the cross-point hold attribute, select the target
bus in the <Attribute Xpt Hold> group.
This section describes the operation on the M/E-1 bank as
an example.
Note

Recalling a snapshot You can set whether or not to add key disable to cross-
point hold in the Setup menu.
1 Open the M/E-1 >Misc >Snapshot menu (1177). For details, see “Setting the operation mode of a
cross-point hold button on the key bus” (page 468).

2 Select the following attributes in the <Attribute>

group as required.
Effect Dissolve: Add the effect dissolve attribute.
Auto Transition: Add the auto transition attribute.
GPI Output: Add the GPI output attribute. Set the
GPI number using the parameter.

Deleting a snapshot

1 In the M/E-1 >Misc >Snapshot menu (1177), press

[Delete].

2 As required, change the bank. 2 As required, change the bank.

Press [Bank Sel], and enter a bank number in the Press [Bank Sel], and enter a bank number in the
numeric keypad window. numeric keypad window.

3 Press the button for the number or name you want to 3 Press the button for the number or name you want to
recall. delete.
The snapshot is recalled, and the selected button is lit
green. Renaming a snapshot register

Saving a snapshot 1 In the M/E-1 >Misc >Snapshot menu (1177), press

[Rename].
1 Open the M/E-1 >Misc >Snapshot menu (1177).
2 As required, change the bank.
2 Set the state you want to save as a snapshot. Press [Bank Sel], and enter a bank number in the
numeric keypad window.
3 Press [Store].
3 Press the number or name button for the name you
4 As required, change the bank. want to change.
Press [Bank Sel], and enter a bank number in the
numeric keypad window.
4 Enter a new name using the keyboard window, and
press [Enter].
5 Press the button for the number or name you want to
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 Utility/Shotbox Chapter 15
Utility Overview Utility Execution
The utility function refers to a function whereby you can You can execute utility functions using the menu panel,
assign an arbitrary action or a shortcut for frequently used utility/shotbox control block, or cross-point control block.
menu to a particular button, then instantly recall the action
or menu by pressing the button. For details about shotbox execution, see “Shotbox
The functions you can assign include menu shortcuts, Execution” (page 360).
setting functions (recalling utility commands), and
recalling shotbox registers or macro registers.
Utility Execution (Menu Panel)
In the menu panel, you can assign actions to the 16 user
preference buttons.
The [PREFS1] to [PREFS8] user preference buttons 1 to 8
are assigned by default.

Action and button assignments are made in the Setup

menu.

For details about action assignment, see “Assigning

Functions to User Preference Buttons” (page 436).

For details about user preference button assignment, see

“Setting Menu Panel Button Assignments” (page 429).

To execute an assigned action

Press the target [PREFS1] to [PREFS16] user preference
button.
• For actions that enable/disable a function, the selected
button is lit amber, and the function is enabled. To
disable the function, press the button again.
• For other actions, the selected button is momentarily lit
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 • For actions that enable/disable a function, the
Utility Execution (Utility/Shotbox selected button is lit orange, and the function is
Control Block) enabled. To disable the function, press the button
again.
• For other actions, the function for the selected button
Mode selection buttons is executed.

Utility Execution (Cross-Point

Control Block)

1st row

Memory recall buttons

Utility/shotbox control block

In the utility/shotbox control block, you can assign actions

to 24 memory recall buttons on each of banks 1 to 20.
The bank is switched using the mode selection buttons.
The [BANK1] to [BANK6] bank 1 to 6 mode selection
buttons are assigned by default. 2nd row Cross-point pad

Action and button assignments are made in the Setup Cross-point control block
menu.
You can assign actions to the 1st row/2nd row buttons of
For details about action assignment, see “Assigning a the cross-point control block, and then select them in
Function to a Memory Recall Button in the Utility/Shotbox utility/shotbox mode. You can set assignments for each
Control Block” (page 439). button on utility/shotbox banks 1 to 10. The settings are
common to the M/E and PGM/PST banks.
For details about mode selection button assignment, see To switch to utility/shotbox mode, use the bank 1 to 10
“Setting Utility/Shotbox Control Block Button delegation buttons [UTL/SB 1] to [UTL/SB10] in the
Assignments” (page 429). cross-point pad.

To execute an assigned action Action and button assignments are made in the Setup
menu.
1 Select the target bank using the mode selection
buttons. For details about action assignment, see “Assigning
Functions to 1st Row/2nd Row Buttons of the Cross-Point
The selected button is lit amber, and the control block Control Block” (page 443).
switches to function recall mode.
The functions for the selected bank are assigned to the For details about delegation button assignment, see
memory recall buttons, and the function numbers “n- “Assigning a function to a cross-point pad button”
1” to “n-24” (where n is the bank number) are (page 449).
displayed. The function name is displayed if a name
has been specified for the function in the Setup menu.
Note
2 Press the memory recall button with the registered You can assign the bank 1 to 10 delegation buttons for
action you want to execute. utility/shotbox operation to the 1st row of the cross-point
control block in key/AUX bus delegation mode in the
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This section describes assignment of bank 1 to the 1st row/
2nd row for utility/shotbox operation as an example.
Shotbox Overview
1 Press the delegation button [UTL/SB 1] on the cross-
The term “shotbox” refers to a function whereby for each
point pad.
specified region, any snapshot or keyframe effect can be
recalled simultaneously.
2 Press the cross-point button with the registered action
The areas for storing specifications of target regions,
you want to execute in the 1st row/2nd row.
snapshots, or keyframe effects to recall simultaneously are
• For actions that enable/disable a function, the called “registers,” and there are 99 registers for each
selected button is lit amber, and the function is control panel.
enabled. To disable the function, press the button
again.
• For other actions, the function for the selected button
is executed.

The diagram above shows the settings in the 99 shotbox

registers, conceptually.
Each register may contain any combination of target
region with the snapshots or effects to be recalled.
The Auto Run function is an attribute which can be set for
each register. When enabled, an effect recalled by
executing a shotbox operation is automatically executed.
• When register 1 is executed, this recalls M/E-1 snapshot
1, User2 effect 5, and DME ch3 effect 1. Auto run is
enabled for register 1, hence User2 and DME ch3 effects
are executed at the same time they are recalled.
• When register 3 is executed, M/E-1 effect 1, P/P effect
90, and User1 effect 1 are recalled. Auto run is disabled
for register 3, hence you must press the [RUN] button in
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 For details about region selection, see “Region
Shotbox Register selection in the numeric keypad control block”
(page 322).
Creation 6 Enter the save destination shotbox register number
using the numeric keypad buttons.
You can create a shotbox register using the numeric For details about selecting a register, see “Register
keypad control block or the menu. selection in the numeric keypad control block”
(page 322).

Shotbox Register Creation (Numeric 7 Press [ENTER].

Keypad Control Block) The snapshot data is saved in the shotbox register.
The [STORE] button turns off and the [RCALL]
When you create a shotbox register in the numeric keypad button turns on.
control block, you carry out separate operations to save the
snapshot setting data and the effect setting data in the 8 Press the [EFF] button.
register.
This section describes configuring the snapshot settings The control block switches to effect operation mode,
followed by the effect settings as an example. and the [EFF] button lights amber.

Creating a shotbox register 9 Recall the effects to save in the shotbox register by
specifying the register number for each region.
1 In the numeric keypad control block, press the For details about the method of operation, see
[SNAPSHOT] button. “Recalling a register” (page 323).
The control block switches to snapshot operation
mode, and the [SNAPSHOT] button and [RCALL]
10 Refer to steps 3 to 5 and save the recalled effects data.
button light amber. In step 4, press the [EFF] button instead of the
[SNAPSHOT] button, turning it on green.
2 Recall the snapshots to save in the shotbox register by
specifying the register number for each region. 11 Enter the shotbox register number specified in step 6
using the numeric keypad buttons.
For details about the method of operation, see
“Recalling a snapshot” (page 347).
12 Press the [ENTER] button.
3 Press the [SHOTBOX] button. The effects data is saved in the shotbox register.
The [STORE] button turns off and the [RCALL]
The control block switches to shotbox operation mode,
button turns on.
and the [SHOTBOX] button lights amber.

4 Press the [STORE] button, turning it on. Note

The [SNAPSHOT] button lights green. While the [STORE] button is lit, you cannot switch to
If not lit, press the [SNAPSHOT] button, turning it on another operation mode using the mode selection buttons.
green. To change the operation mode, press the [RCALL] button
or [SHOTBOX] button to turn the [STORE] button off.
Note To change the contents of a shotbox register
After recalling the shotbox register, change the contents
When the [STORE] button is lit in shotbox operation
and save the register by referring to “Creating a shotbox
mode, the [SNAPSHOT] button or [EFF] button is lit
register” (page 358).
green to indicate that an operation is in progress to
save snapshot data or effect data in the shotbox To check the region saved in a shotbox register
register.
1 While the [SHOTBOX] button is lit, press the
5 Select the snapshot register region to save using the [STORE] button, turning it on.
region selection buttons.
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 To check the snapshot region: Press the 3 Select a register.
[SNAPSHOT] button, turning it on.
To check the effects region: Press the [EFF] button, 4 Press [Edit].
turning it on.
The Edit menu (6411.1) appears.
3 Press and hold the [STORE] button. You can also select the register in this menu using the
[Shotbox Reg] parameter.
While the button is pressed, the button for the saved In the status area, the shotbox register status for each
region lights amber. region appears.

5 Select a region.
Shotbox Register Creation (Menu) You can select more than one region.
To select all regions, press [ALL]. To select all
Creating a shotbox register switcher-related regions (M/E, P/P, User), press [SWR
ALL].
1 Open the Shotbox >Register >Store/Recall menu
6 In the <Assign> group, select the snapshot or effect to
(6411).
assign to the region.
The status area shows the following settings for each
Snapshot: Assign a snapshot.
register.
Effect: Assign an effect.
Region settings: “Sxxx” is displayed if a snapshot is
assigned, and “Exxx” is displayed if an effect is If the selected register is locked, a confirmation
assigned (where xxx is the register number). The message appears asking whether or not to cancel the
register name is also displayed. operation. Press [OK] to return to the previous menu
Lock status: When the register is locked (write- display without carrying out the registration.
protected), “L” is displayed. If the operation is carried out, the region selected in
Empty status: When the register is empty, “E” is step 5 is registered in the shotbox, and the parameters
displayed. become enabled.
Auto run enable/disable: When simultaneous effect
execution is enabled when they are recalled, “AR” 7 Depending on the selection in step 6, set the following
is displayed. parameter.
Shotbox register name: The shotbox register name is
displayed. When [Snapshot] is selected

2 Switch the region display as required. No. Parameter Adjustment

3 Snapshot Snapshot register number
Press the button corresponding to the region you want
to display. When [Effect] is selected
M/E: M/E-1 (“ME1”), M/E-2 (“ME2”), M/E-3
No. Parameter Adjustment
(“ME3”), M/E-4 (“ME4”), M/E-5 (“ME5”)
P/P: PGM/PST (“P/P”) 3 Effect Effect register number
User: User1 (“USR1”), User2 (“USR2”), User3
(“USR3”), User4 (“USR4”), User5 (“USR5”),
8 To execute the assigned effects at the same time as
they are recalled, press [Auto Run], turning it on.
User6 (“USR6”), User7 (“USR7”), User8
(“USR8”)
DME: DME ch1 (“DME1”), ch2 (“DME2”), ch3
9 Repeat steps 5 to 8 as required.
(“DME3”), ch4 (“DME4”), ch5 (“DME5”), ch6
(“DME6”), ch7 (“DME7”), ch8 (“DME8”)
10 In the <Store> group, press [Store].
DEV1-8: Device1 (“DEV1”), Device2 (“DEV2”), To return to the state before saving the setting
Device3 (“DEV3”), Device4 (“DEV4”), Device5 In the <Store> group, press [Undo].
(“DEV5”), Device6 (“DEV6”), Device7
(“DEV7”), Device8 (“DEV8”) To check settings by executing from the menu
DEV9-12: Device9 (“DEV9”), Device10 (“DEV10”), Press [Recall] to execute the shotbox.
Device11 (“DEV11”), Device12 (“DEV12”)
Misc: P-Bus (“PBUS”), GPI (“GPI”), Router
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Shotbox Execution Simply recalling the register does not execute the
effects. Press the [RUN] button in the utility/shotbox
control block to execute the effects.
You can execute a shotbox using the numeric keypad
control block, Flexi Pad control block, utility/shotbox
control block, or cross-point control block. Shotbox Execution (Flexi Pad
Control Block)
Shotbox Execution (Numeric Keypad
Control Block) SHOTBOX button

SHOTBOX button Display

Region selection buttons Numeric keypad buttons

RCALL button Bank selection buttons

Memory recall section

Numeric keypad control block

1 In the numeric keypad control block, press the Flexi Pad control block
[SHOTBOX] button.
1 In the Flexi Pad control block, press the [SHOTBOX]
The control block switches to shotbox operation mode, button.
and the [SHOTBOX] button and [RCALL] button
light amber. The memory recall section switches to shotbox
The display shows the last recalled register number. operation mode.
The last recalled bank is displayed.
2 Enter the register number to recall using the numeric
2 Select the target bank for operation using the bank
keypad buttons.
selection buttons.
For details about selecting a register, see “Register
selection in the numeric keypad control block” In the shotbox, select from bank 0 to 9 (register
(page 322). number 1 to 99).
For details about bank selection, see “Bank and
3 Press the [ENTER] button. register selection in the Flexi Pad control block”
(page 349).
The selected shotbox register is executed.
If auto run is set, the effects are executed at the same 3 Press the button for the register you want to execute.
time they are recalled.
The region selection buttons corresponding to the The selected button lights orange, and the shotbox
regions for which effects are set turn on. register is executed. The selected bank and register
number are displayed on the top right button in the
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time they are recalled. memory recall buttons.
The register name is displayed in white characters for
When auto run is not set for the recalled register registers with a registered shotbox. The register
Simply recalling the register does not execute the number is displayed in gray characters for empty
effects. Press the [RUN] button in the memory recall registers.
section to execute the effects.
2 Press the memory recall button with the registered
register you want to execute.
Shotbox Execution (Utility/Shotbox
The selected button lights orange, and the shotbox
Control Block) register is executed.
If auto run is set, the effects are executed at the same
time they are recalled.
Mode selection buttons
When auto run is not set for the recalled register
Simply recalling the register does not execute the
effects. The region selection buttons on the numeric
keypad control block corresponding to the regions for
which effects are set turn on. Press the [RUN] button
in the utility/shotbox control block to execute the
effects.

Shotbox Execution (Cross-Point

Control Block)
Assign a shotbox register to the 1st row/2nd row buttons of
Memory recall buttons the cross-point control block and then select it in utility/
shotbox mode. You can set assignments for each button on
RUN button
utility/shotbox banks 1 to 10. The settings are common to
the M/E and PGM/PST banks.
Utility/shotbox control block
For details about assigning a shotbox register, see
In the utility/shotbox control block, you can assign “Assigning Functions to 1st Row/2nd Row Buttons of the
shotbox registers (1 to 99) to 24 memory recall buttons on Cross-Point Control Block” (page 443).
each of banks 1 to 20.
The bank is switched using the mode selection buttons. To execute a shotbox register, you use the same procedure
The [BANK1] to [BANK6] bank 1 to 6 mode selection as executing a utility.
buttons are assigned by default.
For details, see “Utility Execution (Cross-Point Control
Shotbox register and button assignments are made in the Block)” (page 356).
Setup menu.
When auto run is not set for the recalled register
For details about assigning a shotbox register, see Simply recalling the register does not execute the effects.
“Assigning a Function to a Memory Recall Button in the The region selection buttons on the numeric keypad
Utility/Shotbox Control Block” (page 439). control block corresponding to the regions for which
effects are set turn on. Press the [RUN] button in the
For details about mode selection button assignment, see utility/shotbox control block to execute the effects.
“Setting Utility/Shotbox Control Block Button
Assignments” (page 429).

1 Select the target bank using the mode selection

buttons.
The selected button is lit amber, and the control block
switches to function recall mode.

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Shotbox Register Editing
You can carry out the following editing on shotbox
registers.
• Lock: Write-protect the data contents of the register.
• Copy: Copy data between registers.
• Move: Move data between registers.
• Swap: Swap the contents of two registers.
• Delete: Delete the data contents of a register.
• Name: Attach a name to a register.
In the Shotbox menu, use the same procedure as when
editing an effect register.
However, it is not necessary to specify a region for shotbox
registers.

For details, see “Effect Register Editing” (page 342).

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 Macros

Control block
Chapter

Event
16
Macros Transition control block • Auto transition and cut in the
transition execution section
• Auto transition and key on/off in
the independent key transition
Overview execution section a)
• Next transition selection
The term “macro” refers to the function whereby a • Transition type selection
sequence of signal selections and other operations on the • Pattern limit enable/disable b)
control panel is saved as data in memory, so that it can be • VTR/disk recorder/Extended
recalled as required to automatically execute the same VTR/frame memory clip
sequence of operations. playback, stop, cue-up b)
To record menu operations in memory, see “Menu Transition control block • Auto transition in the transition
Macros” (page 385). (simple type) execution section
• Transition type selection
• Pattern limit enable/disable
Macro registers • VTR/disk recorder/Extended
The area of memory that holds a macro is termed a “macro VTR/frame memory clip
playback, stop, cue-up b)
register.” For each control panel, there are 250 macro
registers, numbered 1 to 250. Independent key Auto transition and key on/off a)
transition control block
Flexi Pad control block • Selection of transition type of
Events independent key transition
The individual control panel operations constituting a • Recalling the following data
macro are termed “events.” One macro can contain a - Key snapshots
maximum of 99 events. - Snapshots
- Wipe snapshots
The following table shows the operations for each control - DME wipe snapshots
block of the control panel that can be saved as events in a
Key fader control block • Auto transition and key on/off in
macro.
the independent key transition
Control block Event execution section a)
• Transition type selection
Cross-point control • Cross-point selection • Recalling key snapshots
block • Recalling a function assigned to
a 1st row/2nd row button Numeric keypad Recalling the following data
control block - Effects
• AUX mix transition enable/
- Snapshots
disable - Shotbox
• Page recall on cross-point pad - Master snapshots
AUX bus control block • Cross-point selection - Master timelines
(AUX bus operation • AUX mix transition enable/ Device control block • VTR/disk recorder/Extended
mode) disable (trackball) VTR/frame memory clip
• Page recall on cross-point pad playback, stop, fast forward,
AUX bus control block • Cross-point selection rewind, cue-up, start point setting
(router operation • Page recall on cross-point pad • Recording to VTR/disk recorder
mode) • Frame memory clip loop setting

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Control block Event Macro AT with A/B Bus (Macro Auto Trans Event
with A/B Bus): When registering an auto transition
Utility/shotbox control • Recalling functions assigned to
block memory recall buttons
macro event in the transition control block or
• Selection of effect execution, transition control block (simple type), include the
rewind, execution direction background A/B bus cross-point.
Macro TL with Region (Macro Timeline with Region):
Menu panel • Loading of disk recorder/
Extended VTR files
When registering an effect execution, rewind, or fast
• Recalling the functions assigned forward as a macro event, include the target region.
to [PREFS 1] to [PREFS 16]
Events requiring adjustment when creating a
buttons
• Executing menu macros
macro
• Recalling frame memory clips The following events require time for execution to
complete, and therefore when executed within a macro
a) In the case of an event that inserts or removes a key, the state at the time sequence, a pause event must be inserted to adjust the
of event registration (inserted or not inserted) is also saved in the macro. timing.
When the macro is executed, the event is only replayed if the key state • Rewinding effects involving external device control
matches the saved state.
Example: For a macro with an event that removes a key, when the macro • VTR/disk recorder/Extended VTR cue-up
is executed, the key is removed if it is inserted, but otherwise remains For example, create a macro to cue up a VTR and then play
unchanged. back as follows.
b) Enabled if a function is assigned to the button in the Setup menu.

Macro Creation and Editing Macro event execution order:

Macro events:
You can create or edit a macro by recalling a macro
register.
To create a new macro, recall an empty macro register, and Auto insert mode enable/disable
create the desired sequence of events (by executing the You can enable/disable the mode (auto insert mode) in
sequence of operations on the control panel that you want which at the same time that a control panel operation is
to save as events in the macro). carried out, that event is automatically registered in a
To add an event to an existing macro, recall the register macro.
holding the macro, and create the event you want to add.
Editing a macro
Note You can carry out the following macro editing operations.
While editing a macro, it is not possible to execute another Event insertion
macro. Insert the control panel operation as an event in a macro.
Event modification
Creating a macro Modify any event.
To include all information associated with an Event deletion
operation when registering a macro event Delete an event. You can delete all events within a macro,
When registering an auto transition operation as an event, or events within a specified range in a single operation.
you can register the auto transition event to include the You can then paste the deleted event using the paste
transition rate and background A/B bus selection status. function.
When registering an effect execution, rewind, or fast
forward as an event, you can also save the region to which Event copy
this applies. Copy an event. You can copy all events within a macro, or
The following functions can be assigned to the user events within a specified range in a single operation.
preference buttons on the menu panel, the memory recall
buttons on the utility/shotbox control block, and the 1st Event paste
row/2nd row buttons on the cross-point control block You can paste a copied or deleted event at a desired
(utility/shotbox mode). position within a macro.
Macro AT with Rate (Macro Auto Trans Event with Undoing an editing operation
Rate): When registering an auto transition macro You can undo the last event insertion, modification,
event in the transition control block or transition deletion, or paste operation.
control block (simple type), include the transition rate.

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Macro merging Take operation
During macro editing, you can recall and copy another When a paused macro is restarted, this is referred to as a
register to merge it with the macro being edited. “Take” operation.
For example, while editing macro register 2 you can recall To execute a take operation, use the [TAKE] button in the
register 1 and merge it as shown in the following figure. Flexi Pad control block. “Take” operation functions can be
assigned to the cross-point pad buttons of the cross-point
control block and memory recall buttons of the utility/
Recall macro register 2, and Recall register 1. shotbox control block in the Setup menu.
move to another event.

m
Macro operation triggered by GPI input
You can execute a macro take operation using a GPI input
Macro being edited Newly recalled macro on the SIU (DCU function).
(register 2) (register 1)

m For details about GPI inputs, see “Configuring GPI

Inputs” (page 481).
Copy contents of register 1 and add after current event
(register 2).

Contents of register 1
remain unchanged.

Macro Execution
To execute a macro, recall the register in which the macro
is held. Simultaneous with the register recall, all events
stored in the macro are played back (executed) in sequence
without pause.

Pausing and restarting macro execution

It is also possible to execute a macro in the following ways.
Pause event
To adjust the execution timing of a particular event (to
delay the start of execution of the event by a particular time
interval), you can store a special event which pauses macro
execution. This event is called a “pause event.” When you
store a pause event, you can set the interval for which the
macro is paused (the pause length) to any value in the
range 1 to 999 frames. When the set time has elapsed, the
macro is automatically executed.
Pause zero event
By including a pause event with the time set to zero, you
can make macro execution pause at the pause event.
Step execution (requires a Setup menu setting)
By selecting step execution mode in the Setup menu, you
can make macro execution pause every time an event is
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 Recalling a Macro Register and
Macro Operations Executing a Macro
(Numeric Keypad Control A macro operation is performed by recalling a macro
Block and Utility/Shotbox register.
Recalling an empty register allows you to carry out macro
Control Block) editing operations.
Recalling a register holding a macro executes the macro
immediately.

MCRO button Display Recalling a macro register

1 In the numeric keypad control block, press the

[MCRO] button.
The control block switches to macro operation mode,
and the [MCRO] button and [RCALL] button light
amber.

2 Use the numeric keypad buttons to enter the register

number (1 to 250) to be recalled.
For details about selecting a register, see “Register
selection in the numeric keypad control block”
(page 322).
UNDO button RCALL button

STORE button 3 Press the [ENTER] button.

STORE STATS button Numeric keypad buttons When you recall an empty register
This switches the numeric keypad control block to macro
Numeric keypad control block
editing mode.
Selecting keyframe/macro editing mode in the utility/
shotbox control block switches the memory recall buttons
KF MCRO EDIT button to the assignments for macro editing.
EDIT ENBL button PAUSE button When you recall a register holding a macro
This immediately executes the macro.

Notes
• It is not possible to execute more than one macro at a
time.
• If the same register is recalled again during macro
execution or when the macro is paused, the following
operation depends on a setting in the Setup menu.
For details, see “Setting the Macro Execution Mode”
(page 448).
• Individual events stored in a macro are executed
according to the settings in the Setup menu. If you
change the settings in the Setup menu, a saved macro
Editing buttons Edit point may not have the expected effect.
specification buttons • During macro execution, if you switch the control panel
AUTO INS button
to macro editing mode, the macro currently being
executed stops.
Utility/shotbox control block • It is not possible to execute a macro during macro
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• While executing a macro, the operation performed if memory recall buttons to the assignments for macro
another macro is recalled from the numeric keypad editing, and the [EDIT ENBL] button turns on red.
control block depends on a setting in the Setup menu.
For details, see “Setting the Macro Execution Mode” 4 If required, set auto insert mode using the [AUTO
(page 448). INS] button of the utility/shotbox control block.

5 Create the events (carry out the control panel

Macro Creation and Editing operations to be registered as events in the macro).
You can also include pause events (see page 369).
Note For details about the events that can be registered, see
After carrying out creation and editing, be sure to carry out “Events” (page 363).
a save operation, using the numeric keypad control block.
When auto insert mode is enabled, the event is
registered automatically.
For details about saving after editing, see “Saving a
When auto insert mode is disabled, press the [INS]
Macro” (page 370).
button in the utility/shotbox control block to register
events.
Enabling/disabling auto insert mode
In auto insert mode, when creating or editing a macro, an Notes
operation carried out on the control panel is automatically • During macro editing, if you press any of the mode
registered as an event. selection buttons in the numeric keypad control
Auto insert mode settings are made using the memory block other than the [MCRO] button, the executed
recall buttons in the utility/shotbox control block. To operation is also registered as an event. In this case,
enable auto insert mode, press the [AUTO INS] button, the [MCRO] button remains lit red.
turning it on orange. • Even during macro editing, you can switch and
When auto insert mode is disabled, press the [INS] button operate the memory recall buttons using the mode
to register an event. selection buttons in the utility/shotbox control block.
The following buttons can also be used for keyframe
Note operations.
When you start macro editing using the numeric keypad [EFF LOOP], [STOP NEXT KF], [NORM], [REV],
control block with the macro execution mode set to [NORM/REV], [REWIND], [RUN]
“Normal,” auto insert mode is automatically enabled. • For details about the operation when a button with a
When “Step” is selected as the macro execution mode, macro attachment is pressed during macro editing,
auto insert mode is automatically disabled. see “To merge a macro set in a macro attachment”
(page 368).

Creating a macro 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to register the required events in

the macro.
1 In the numeric keypad control block, press the
[MCRO] button. This registers the events in the macro, in the order the
operations were carried out on the control panel.
The control block switches to macro operation mode,
and the [MCRO] button and [RCALL] button light 7 In the numeric keypad control block, press the
amber. [STORE] button.

2 Recall an empty register (see page 366). Macro editing mode finishes, and the [MCRO] button
and [STORE] button in the numeric keypad control
This switches the numeric keypad control block to block light amber.
macro editing mode. The [STORE] button blinks red, The memory recall buttons in the utility/shotbox
and the [MCRO] button changes color to red. control block switch to the assignments for keyframe
editing.
3 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button in the utility/
shotbox control block. 8 Use the numeric keypad to enter the number (1 to 250)
of the register in which you want to save.
Selecting keyframe/macro editing mode in the utility/
shotbox control block when the numeric keypad
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 For details about selecting a register, see “Register memory recall buttons to the assignments for macro
selection in the numeric keypad control block” editing, and the [EDIT ENBL] button turns on red.
(page 322).
5 Specify an edit point using buttons in the utility/
9 Press the [ENTER] button. shotbox control block.
The created macro is saved in the register, and the • To move the edit point to the event immediately
[STORE STATS] button and [RCALL] button are lit following the current macro event, press the [NEXT
amber. EVENT] button.
The display shows the saved register number. • To move the edit point to the event immediately
preceding the current macro event, press the [PREV
Note EVENT] button.
• To move the edit point by specifying an event
While carrying out macro editing in the numeric keypad number, press the [GOTO EVENT] button, then
control block and utility/shotbox control block, no macro enter the event number using the numeric keypad
operation other than macro recalling is possible in other control block, and press the [ENTER] button.
control blocks.
To cancel the saving of a macro Inserting an event
While the [STORE STATS] button is lit amber, press and
hold the [STORE STATS] button and press the [UNDO] 1 Specify an edit point (see page 368).
button.
To merge a macro set in a macro attachment
2 If required, set auto insert mode using the [AUTO
INS] button of the utility/shotbox control block.
While creating/editing a macro, if you press a button for
which a macro attachment is set, the macro in the register
assigned to the button is recalled, and the following occurs.
3 Create an event.
• When auto insert mode is enabled, it is merged with the When auto insert mode is enabled, the event is
macro being edited. However, the macro assigned to the registered automatically.
button is not executed. Auto insert mode is disabled, press the [INS] button in
• When auto insert mode is disabled, it is stored in the the utility/shotbox control block to register events.
paste buffer. Pressing the [PASTE] button in the utility/
shotbox control block merges it with the macro being 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to insert the required events in the
edited. macro.

Specifying an edit point Modifying an event

1 In the numeric keypad control block, press the 1 Specify an edit point (see page 368).
[MCRO] button.
The control block switches to macro operation mode,
2 When the [AUTO INS] button is lit orange in the
utility/shotbox control block, press the button to
and the [MCRO] button and [RCALL] button light
disable auto insert mode.
amber.

2 Recall the target register for operation (see page 366).

3 Create an event.

3 Holding down the [MCRO] button, press the [STORE]

4 Press the [MOD] button in the utility/shotbox control
block.
button.
This switches the numeric keypad control block to Deleting an event
macro editing mode. The [STORE] button blinks red,
and the [MCRO] button changes color to red. 1 Specify an edit point (see page 368).
4 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button in the utility/ 2 Press the [DEL] button in the utility/shotbox control
shotbox control block. block.
Selecting keyframe/macro editing mode in the utility/
shotbox control block when the numeric keypad
control block is in macro editing mode switches the

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Deleting a particular range of events 5 Carry out the following operations using the buttons in
the utility/shotbox control block.
1 Specify an edit point (see page 368).
• To insert the move target events after the edit point,
press the [PASTE] button.
2 Press the [FROM TO] button in the utility/shotbox
• To insert the move target events before the edit
control block.
point, press and hold the [SHIFT] button and press
The display in the numeric keypad control block the [PASTE] button.
shows the current event number and the indication
“TO.” Copying events
3 Using the numeric keypad in the numeric keypad 1 Specify the edit point for the start of the range to be
control block, carry out the following operations. copied (see page 368).
• To set the first event in the range to be deleted, press
the [CLR] button, then enter the event number using 2 To copy a number of events in a single operation, press
the numeric keypad buttons, and press the [ENTER] the [FROM TO] button or the [ALL] button in the
button to confirm. utility/shotbox control block.
• To set the last event in the range to be deleted, enter If you press the [FROM TO] button, specify the event
the event number using the numeric keypad, and range.
press the [ENTER] button to confirm.
For details about specifying a range, see “Deleting a
4 Press the [DEL] button in the utility/shotbox control particular range of events” (page 369).
block.
3 Press the [COPY] button in the utility/shotbox control
block.
Deleting all events
This copies the specified events and stores it in the
1 Specify an edit point (see page 368). paste buffer.

2 Press the [ALL] button in the utility/shotbox control 4 Move to the edit point to the destination you want to
block, turning it on orange. copy the events.

3 Press the [DEL] button in the utility/shotbox control 5 Carry out the following operations using the buttons in
block. the utility/shotbox control block.
• To insert the copy target events after the edit point,
Moving events press the [PASTE] button.
• To insert the copy target events before the edit point,
1 Specify the edit point for the start of the range to be press and hold the [SHIFT] button and press the
moved (see page 368). [PASTE] button.

2 To move a number of events in a single operation,

Inserting a pause event
press the [FROM TO] button in the utility/shotbox
control block and specify the event range.
1 Specify an edit point (see page 368).
For details about specifying a range, see “Deleting a
particular range of events” (page 369). 2 If required, set auto insert mode using the [AUTO
INS] button of the utility/shotbox control block.
3 Press the [DEL] button in the utility/shotbox control
block. 3 Press the [PAUSE] button in the utility/shotbox
control block, turning it on blue.
This deletes the specified events and stores them in the
paste buffer. The indication “PAUSE” appears in the numeric
keypad control block display.
4 Move the edit point to the position to which you want
to move the events. 4 Enter the pause duration using the numeric keypad of
the numeric keypad control block (0, or 1 to 999
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 When auto insert mode is enabled, the pause event is 1 In the numeric keypad control block, press the
registered automatically. [MCRO] button.
When auto insert mode is disabled, press the [INS]
button in the utility/shotbox control block to register 2 Press the [STORE] button, turning it on.
the pause events.
3 Use the numeric keypad to enter the number (1 to 250)
of the register in which you want to save.
Merging macro register data
For details about selecting a register, see “Register
1 Specify an edit point (see page 368). selection in the numeric keypad control block”
(page 322).
2 Press the [RCALL] button in the numeric keypad
control block, turning it on amber. 4 Press the [ENTER] button.

3 Use the numeric keypad to enter the number of the The edited macro is saved in the register, and the
register you want to copy. [STORE STATS] button and [RCALL] button are lit
amber.
The display shows the selected register number. The display shows the saved register number.
For details about selecting a register, see “Register To cancel the saving of a macro
selection in the numeric keypad control block” While the [STORE STATS] button is lit amber, press and
(page 322). hold the [STORE STATS] button and press the [UNDO]
button.
4 Press the [ENTER] button.
The specified register data is stored in the paste buffer.
When auto insert mode is enabled, the data from the
specified register is included after the edit point.
When auto insert mode is disabled, skip to step 5.

5 When auto insert mode is disabled, carry out the

following operations using the buttons in the utility/
shotbox control block.
• To merge the register data after the edit point, press
the [PASTE] button.
• To merge the register data before the edit point,
press and hold the [SHIFT] button and press the
[PASTE] button.

Notes
• You can also specify the register in another control block
that supports macro register recalling.
• You can specify a register in the same way using buttons
configured with a macro attachment. In this case, the
data from the assigned macro register is stored in the
paste buffer.

Undoing a macro edit operation

Immediately after inserting, modifying, deleting, or
pasting an event, you can undo the operation by pressing
the [UNDO] button in the numeric keypad control block.

Saving a Macro
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 This switches the memory recall section to macro
Macro Operations (Flexi operation mode.
The last recalled bank is displayed.
Pad Control Block) 2 Use the bank selection buttons to select the target bank
for operation.
Select from bank 0 to 25 (register number 1 to 250).
DEL button
For details about bank selection, see “Bank and
UNDO button register selection in the Flexi Pad control block”
(page 349).

3 Press the button for the target register.

The macro register is recalled, and the macro is
executed. During macro execution, the selected button
blinks orange.
The selected bank and register number are displayed
on the top right button in the memory recall section,
and the number of executed events and total number of
events are displayed on the center button in the bottom
row.

Notes
• It is not possible to execute more than one macro at a
time.
• If the same register is recalled again during macro
execution or when the macro is paused, the following
MCRO button Bank selection buttons operation depends on a setting in the Setup menu.
Memory recall section For details, see “Setting the Macro Execution Mode”
(page 448).
• Individual events stored in a macro are executed
Flexi Pad control block according to the settings in the Setup menu. If you
change the settings in the Setup menu, a saved macro
Banks and registers may not have the expected effect.
• During macro execution, if you switch the control panel
To allow operations on the 250 registers, the Flexi Pad
to macro editing mode, the macro currently being
control block treats the registers in groups. These groups
executed stops.
are called “banks.” There are 26 banks, numbered 0 to 25.
• It is not possible to execute a macro during macro
editing.
For details about the correspondence between banks and
• While executing a macro, the operation performed if
registers, see “Banks and Registers” (page 348).
another macro is recalled from the Flexi Pad control
block depends on a setting in the Setup menu.
For details, see “Setting the Macro Execution Mode”
Recalling a Macro Register and (page 448).
Executing a Macro When a pause event is configured
When execution of a macro is paused, the [TAKE] button
A macro operation is performed by recalling a macro
is displayed in the memory recall section.
register. The operation varies depending on the macro
Press the [TAKE] button to resume the macro.
execution mode.

Executing a macro in normal execution Executing a macro in step execution mode

mode 1 Recall a macro register using steps 1 to 3 in
“Executing a macro in normal execution mode”
1 In the Flexi Pad control block, press the [MCRO] (page 371).
button.

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 The selected bank and register number are displayed The selected bank and register number are displayed
on the top right button in the memory recall section, on the top right button in the memory recall section,
and the number of executed events and total number of and the number of the current event and total number
events are displayed on the center button in the bottom of events are displayed on the center button in the
row. bottom row.

2 Press the [TAKE] button in the memory recall section. 4 If required, press the [AUTO INS] button to toggle the
auto insert mode.
This executes one event registered in the macro, then
stops. 5 Create the events (carry out the control panel
operations to be registered as events in the macro).
3 Repeat step 2, executing the macro event by event.
You can also include pause events (see page 373).
For details about the events that can be registered, see
Macro Creation and Editing “Events” (page 363).
When auto insert mode is enabled, the event is
Enabling/disabling auto insert mode registered automatically.
In the auto insert mode, when creating or editing a macro, When auto insert mode is disabled, press the [INS]
an operation carried out on the control panel is button to register the event.
automatically registered as an event.
To enable auto insert mode, press the [AUTO INS] button Notes
in the memory recall section, turning it on orange.
• During macro editing, if you press any of the mode
When auto insert mode is disabled, press the [INS] button
selection buttons in the Flexi Pad control block other
in the memory recall section to register an event.
than the [MCRO] button, the executed operation is
also registered as an event. In this case, the [MCRO]
Note button remains lit red.
When you start macro editing using the Flexi Pad control • While editing a macro in the Flexi Pad control block,
block with the macro execution mode set to “Normal,” pressing a button which has macro attachment does
auto insert mode is automatically enabled. When “Step” is not execute the macro.
selected as the macro execution mode, auto insert mode is
automatically disabled. 6 Repeat steps 4 and 5 to register the required events in
the macro.

Creating a macro This registers the events in the macro, in the order the
operations were carried out on the control panel.
1 In the Flexi Pad control block, press the [MCRO]
button. 7 Press the [STORE XXX] button (where XXX is the
number of the currently selected register).
This switches the memory recall section to macro
operation mode. This saves the created macro in the register.
The last recalled bank is displayed. To exit macro creation without saving, press the
[EXIT] button.
2 Use the bank selection buttons to select the target bank
for operation. Specifying an edit point
Select from bank 0 to 25 (register number 1 to 250).
1 In the Flexi Pad control block, press the [MCRO]
For details about bank selection, see “Bank and button.
register selection in the Flexi Pad control block”
(page 349). This switches the memory recall section to macro
operation mode.
3 While pressing the [MCRO] button, press the button The last recalled bank is displayed.
for the target register for operation.
2 Use the bank selection buttons to select the target bank
This switches the Flexi Pad control block to macro for operation.
editing mode, and the [MCRO] button changes color
to red. Select from bank 0 to 25 (register number 1 to 250).

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 For details about bank selection, see “Bank and 2 Press the [DEL] button in the memory recall section.
register selection in the Flexi Pad control block”
(page 349).
Deleting all events
3 While pressing the [MCRO] button, press the button You can delete all events within the selected macro
for the target register for operation. register.

This switches the Flexi Pad control block to macro 1 Specify an edit point (see page 372).
editing mode, and the [MCRO] button changes color
to red. 2 Press the [ALL] button, turning it on orange.
The selected bank and register number are displayed
on the top right button in the memory recall section, 3 Press the [DEL] button in the memory recall section.
and the number of the current event and total number
of events are displayed on the center button in the
bottom row. Inserting a pause event

4 Specify an edit point. 1 Specify an edit point (see page 372).

• To move the edit point to the event immediately 2 If required, press the [AUTO INS] button to toggle the
following the current event, press the [>> NEXT] auto insert mode.
button.
• To move the edit point to the event immediately 3 Press the [PAUSE] button.
preceding the current event, press the [<< PREV]
button. This switches the memory recall section to numeric
keypad mode.

Inserting an event 4 Enter the pause duration (0, or 1 to 999 frames), and
press the [ENTER] button.
1 Specify an edit point (see page 372).
When auto insert mode is enabled, the pause event is
2 If required, press the [AUTO INS] button to toggle the registered after the current event automatically.
auto insert mode. When auto insert mode is disabled, press the [INS]
button to register the pause event after the current
3 Create an event. event.

When auto insert mode is enabled, the event is

registered after the current event automatically.
When auto insert mode is disabled, press the [INS]
Saving a Macro
button to register the event after the current event. Press the [STORE XXX] button in the memory recall
section (where XXX is the number of the currently
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to insert the required events in the selected register).
macro. This saves the edited macro in the register.
To exit macro editing without saving, press the [EXIT]
Modifying an event button.

1 Specify an edit point (see page 372).

Deleting a Macro
2 When the [AUTO INS] button is lit orange, press the
button to disable auto insert mode. 1 In the Flexi Pad control block, press the [MCRO]
button.
3 Create an event.
This switches the memory recall section to macro
4 Press the [MOD] button. operation mode.
The last recalled bank is displayed.
Deleting an event
2 Use the bank selection buttons to select the target bank
for operation.
1 Specify an edit point (see page 372).
Select from bank 0 to 25 (register number 1 to 250).

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 For details about bank selection, see “Bank and
register selection in the Flexi Pad control block”
(page 349).
Macro Operations (Cross-
3 Holding down the [DEL] button, press the button of
Point Control Block)
the register in which the macro you want to delete is
saved. You can assign the macro register recall function to the
cross-point pad buttons or 1st row/2nd row buttons in
utility/shotbox mode on the cross-point control block.
To recall a macro register using 1st row/2nd row
buttons
Assign a macro register to the 1st row/2nd row buttons of
the cross-point control block and then select it in utility/
shotbox mode. The settings are common to the M/E and
PGM/PST banks.

For details about assigning a macro register, see

“Assigning Functions to 1st Row/2nd Row Buttons of the
Cross-Point Control Block” (page 443).

To recall a macro register, you use the same procedure as

executing a utility.

For details, see “Utility Execution (Cross-Point Control

Block)” (page 356).

To recall a macro register using cross-point pad

buttons
Assign a macro register to a cross-point pad button, and
then press the button to recall the macro register.
You can assign the macro status (number of executed
events and number of total events) display function to
buttons in the cross-point pad.

For details about button assignment, see “Assigning a

function to a cross-point pad button” (page 449).

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 1) State with numeric keypad control block (see page 367), utility/
shotbox control block (see page 367), or Flexi Pad control block (see
Macro Operations (Menu) page 372) switched to macro editing mode.

2 In any of the following menus, select the same register

Using any of the menus in the following table, you can edit recalled in step 1, and press [On Line Edit].
macro registers and macro events.
• Macro >Register >Lock menu (5412)
Menu Function Operations • Macro >Register >Delete menu (5416)
• Macro >Register >Rename menu (5417)
Register menu Carry out macro • Locking a register
(macro register register editing. • File >Shotbox, Macro >Macro >File Edit menu
• Copying a
editing) register (7142.1)
• Deleting a
The On Line Edit menu (7142.2) appears, and you can
register
now carry out online editing of the events for the
• Naming a register
recalled register. Also, the control block of the control
On Line Edit Edit events in a • Inserting an event panel operated in step 1 is assigned to control editing
menu macro register, • Deleting an event
(online editing of using the control operations.
• Modifying an
macro events) panel and menus. event
Note
Off Line Edit Edit events in a • Inserting an event
menu macro register, • Adding an event In the following cases, [On Line Edit] is disabled and
(offline editing of local drive, or • Deleting an event it is not possible to display the On Line Edit menu.
macro events) removable drive, • Creating a new
using the menus. • When the recalled register and the register selected
macro
in the menu are different.
• When a device other than [Register] is selected in
the File >Shotbox, Macro >Macro >File Edit menu
Macro Register Editing (7142.1).
• If the recalled register is locked.
In the Macro >Register menu, you can check the status and
edit macro registers.
For details about the status display, see “Effect Status
Display” (page 341). However, region names are not
displayed.
You can carry out the following editing on macro registers.
• Lock: Write-protect the data contents of the register.
• Copy: Copy data between registers.
• Delete: Delete the data contents of a register.
• Name: Attach a name to a register.
In the Macro >Register menu, use the same procedure as
when editing an effect register.
However, the region selection operation is not necessary
for macro registers.

For details, see “Effect Register Editing” (page 342).

Online Editing of Macro Events

You use the On Line Edit menu to carry out online editing
of macro events.
In the On Line Edit menu, you can check the control panel
operating sequence in the menu. You can also edit using
the control panel and menu.
To display the On Line Edit menu

1 Recall the macro register (1 to 250) you want to edit

using the control panel, and select macro editing
mode1).

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On Line Edit menu e Macro register creation list
When a macro is stored in the register, this shows a list of
the macro events. Each macro event consists of the
f ALL button following components, which you can check in the list.
e Macro register creation list • Contents: Event statement, Continue statement, or
a Register number
event number
• Symbol: Type of event (ASCII character string)
b Register name • Data: Event details in the form of parameters and data
c Event number
For details about event components, see “Macro File
d Remaining
Memory
Editing Rules” (page 551).

The cursor indicates the current event in the list

(highlighted in reverse video). You can scroll the list using
the [No] parameter, but this does not change the cursor
position.
Depending on the switcher status, the cursor color changes
as follows.
• Yellow: In macro editing mode.
• Gray: When the editing mode is exited by a control
panel operation.
• Blue: During macro execution

f ALL button
Selects all events in the macro register creation list.

m >Next button g Macro creation event list

l <Prev button Shows the event being created or executed in the control
panel.
k Modify button

j Delete button h Insert Before button

Inserts a created event immediately before the selected
i Insert After button
event in the macro register creation list.
h Insert Before button

g Macro creation event list i Insert After button

Inserts a created event immediately after the selected event
in the macro register creation list.
a Register number
Shows the number of the register (1 to 250) being edited. j Delete button
Deletes the selected event in the macro register creation
b Register name list.
Shows the name of the register being edited.
k Modify button
c Event number Replaces the selected event in the macro register creation
Shows the current event number. When the [FROM TO] list with a created event.
button in the utility/shotbox control block is pressed to
select a range of events, this appears as a range, “From X l <Prev button
To Y.” Moves the cursor to the event immediately before the
The event number reflects the position of the cursor in the selected event in the macro register creation list.
macro register creation list.
m >Next button
d Remaining Memory Moves the cursor to the event immediately after the
Shows the percentage of memory still available for selected event in the macro register creation list.
recording events.

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Online editing of macro events Note

If not in macro editing mode1), [Delete] is disabled and

Note
it is not possible to delete the selected event.
It is not possible to save editing results using the On Line
Edit menu. Operate the control panel to save the edited 1) While a macro is being executed on the control panel, when macro
saving has been executed, or when the [EXIT] button in the Flexi Pad
register. control block has been pressed.
To insert an event
3 Operate the control panel to save the editing result.
1 On the control panel, disable auto insert mode if it is To modify an event
enabled.
1 On the control panel, disable auto insert mode if it is
2 On the control panel, create a macro event. enabled.
The created event appears in the macro creation event
list. 2 In the macro register creation list, press [<Prev] or
[>Next] to select the event you want to modify.
For details about the content displayed, see “Macro
File Editing Rules” (page 551). 3 On the control panel, modify the macro event.

3 In the macro register creation list, press [<Prev] or The modified event appears in the macro creation
[>Next] to select the position where you want to insert event list.
the created event. For details about the content displayed, see “Macro
File Editing Rules” (page 551).
4 Carry out one of the following.
To insert before the event selected in the list: Press 4 Press [Modify].
[Insert Before].
To insert after the event selected in the list: Press Note
[Insert After]. If not in macro editing mode1), [Modify] is disabled
This inserts the created event either before or after the and it is not possible to modify the event.
specified event.
1) While a macro is being executed on the control panel, when macro
saving has been executed, or when the [EXIT] button in the Flexi Pad
Note control block has been pressed.

In the following cases, [Insert Before] and [Insert 5 Operate the control panel to save the editing result.
After] are disabled, and it is not possible to insert the
event.
• When the memory or register is full.
• When the size of the created macro event is larger
Offline Editing of Macro Events
than the memory or register space available. You use the Off Line Edit menu to carry out offline editing
• When multiple events are selected. of macro events.
• When the number of events exceeds 99. In the Off Line Edit menu, you can carry out editing in the
• When not in macro editing mode. 1) menu only, unrelated to operation of the control panel.
1) While a macro is being executed on the control panel, when macro To display the Off Line Edit menu
saving has been executed, or when the [EXIT] button in the Flexi Pad
control block has been pressed. In any of the following menus, select the register or device
holding the macro you want to edit, and press [Off Line
5 Operate the control panel to save the editing result. Edit].
• Macro >Register >Lock menu (5412)
To delete an event • Macro >Register >Delete menu (5416)
• Macro >Register >Rename menu (5417)
1 In the macro register creation list, press [<Prev] or • File >Shotbox, Macro >Macro >File Edit menu (7142.1)
[>Next] to select the event you want to delete. The Off Line Edit menu (7142.3) appears, and the selected
macro register or macro file is recalled, enabling offline
To select all events in the register, press [All].
editing.
2 Press [Delete].

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 Note
For details about event components, see “Macro File
Editing Rules” (page 551).
If the selected register is locked, [Off Line Edit] is disabled
and it is not possible to display the Off Line Edit menu. d Editing button group
This row of buttons shows the components of an event. To
Off Line Edit menu carry out event editing: (1) press an editing button, then (2)
select an item from the list of macro editing candidates,
and repeat this process as required.
d Editing button group
a Register or file number e Macro editing candidate list
Shows the list of editing candidates for the selection from
b Register or file name the editing button group.
c Macro creation list
f Insert Before button
Inserts immediately before the event selected in the macro
creation list.

g Append button
Adds an empty row at the end of the macro creation list.

h Delete button
Deletes the event selected in the macro creation list.

i Set button
Reflects the item selected in the macro editing candidate
list, in the macro creation list and editing buttons.

j Store button
k Exit button Saves the editing results of the macro register or macro
file.
j Store button

i Set button k Exit button

Closes the Off Line Edit menu without saving the editing
h Delete button
results of the macro register or macro file, and returns to
g Append button the previously displayed menu.
f Insert Before button

e Macro editing candidate list Offline editing of macro events

To insert an event
a Register or file number
Shows the number of the register or file being edited.
1 In the macro creation list, select the event at the
position where you want to insert, and select one of the
following.
b Register or file name
Shows the name of the register or file being edited. To insert before the event selected in the list: Press
[Insert Before].
c Macro creation list To insert at the end of the list: Press [Append].
Lists the macro events that are saved in the register or file.
The cursor moves to the selected event. Each macro event A blank row is added at the end of the macro creation
consists of the following components, which you can list.
check in the list.
• Contents: Event statement, Continue statement, 2 Press [Contents] in the editing button group.
comment (#), or event number selected using [Contents]
in the editing button group. The following items relating to event types appear in
• Symbol: Event type (ASCII character string) selected the macro editing candidate list.
using [Event] in the editing button group. • Event: Event
• Data: Parameters and data set in the editing button • Continue: Event continuation
group. • #: Comment

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 For details about the items, see “Macro File Syntax” The selected event is deleted.
(page 551). If a deleted Event statement is followed by a Continue
statement, the Continue statement is converted to an
3 Select the desired item from the macro editing Event statement.
candidate list, and press [Set].
3 Press [Store].
The selected item appears at the event insertion
position in the macro creation list as an event To create a new macro
component. Additionally, in the leftmost blank
position of the editing button group (to the right of 1 From the list in any of the following menus, select an
[Contents]), a button appears, corresponding to the empty register or file, and press [Off Line Edit].
item in the macro editing candidate list. For example,
if “Event” is selected, an [Event] button appears. • Macro >Register >Lock menu (5412)
• Macro >Register >Delete menu (5416)
• Macro >Register >Rename menu (5417)
• File >Shotbox, Macro >Macro >File Edit menu
4 In the editing button group, press the button that has (7142.1)
just appeared.
The Off Line Edit menu (7142.3) appears.
The item corresponding to the button appears in the
macro editing candidate list. 2 Carry out steps 2 to 7 in “To insert an event”
If you press [Event], the symbol indicating the event (page 378) to create an the event.
contents appears (see page 552).
To close the Off Line Edit menu without saving
5 Select the desired item from the macro editing the editing results
candidate list, and press [Set]. Press [Exit].

At the event insertion position of the macro creation

list, the selected item is added as an event component.
Additionally, in the left to right blank positions of the
editing button group, buttons appear, corresponding to
the item in the macro editing candidate list. For
example, if “MEAutoTransition” is selected, buttons
for the parameters and data for the MEAutoTransition
appears.

6 Repeat steps 4 and 5, to edit the event components.

At the event insertion position of the macro creation
list, the item is added as an event component.
To add further events, repeat steps 1 to 6.

7 Press [Store].

8 Enter a register number as required in the numeric

keypad window, and press [Enter].
The current macro is stored in the specified register.
The display returns to the menu displayed immediately
before offline editing.
To delete an event

1 In the macro creation list, select the event you want to

delete.

2 Press [Delete].

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 Control block Button
Macro Attachments AUX bus Cross-point buttons of the bus assigned to
control block the 3rd row/4th row.
(AUX bus
operation
A macro attachment is a function whereby a macro register mode)
is assigned to a control panel button or a particular position
of a fader lever, linking the execution of the button Transition Fader lever and buttons assigned with the
control block following functions.
function or a fader lever operation with a macro execution. • Next transition selection
• Transition type selection
Setting a macro attachment to a button • Auto transition, cut
• Device operation (CUE, PLAY, STOP)
Select one of the following three linking modes to make • Pattern limit enable/disable
the macro attachment. • Independent key transition auto-
Pre-macro: Mode in which the button function is transition and key on/off a)
executed after macro execution has completed. Transition Fader lever and buttons assigned with the
Post-macro: Mode in which the macro is executed after control block following functions.
carrying out the button function. (simple type) • Auto transition
Macro only: Mode in which the button function is not • Transition type selection
executed, and the macro only is executed. • Pattern limit enable/disable
Select each mode using the following buttons. • Device operation (CUE, PLAY, STOP)
Independent Buttons assigned with the following
Mode Button key transition functions.
control block • Auto transition a)
Pre-macro Press [PRE MACRO] on the cross-point
pad of the cross-point control block. • Key on/off a)

Post-macro Press [POST MACRO] on the cross-point Key fader Buttons operating the following functions.
pad of the cross-point control block. control block • Auto transition a)
• Key on/off a)
Macro only • Press the following buttons assigned • Transition type selection
with the “Macro Only Set” utility
command. Device control VTR/disk recorder/frame memory
block (trackball) operation mode [PLAY], [CUE], [STOP],
- User preference buttons in the menu
and [START TC] buttons
panel
- Memory recall buttons in the utility/
shotbox control block a) In the case of an event that inserts or removes a key, the state at the time
of event registration (inserted or not inserted) is also saved in the macro.
- 1st row/2nd row buttons of the cross-
When the macro is executed, the event is only replayed if the key state
point control block (utility/shotbox matches the saved state.
mode) Example: For a macro with an event that removes a key, when the macro
• [PRE MACRO] button and [POST is executed, the key is removed if it is inserted, but otherwise remains
MACRO] button pressed simultaneously. unchanged.

You can assign any one of the 250 macro registers to a

button. Notes
For a button whose function is switched by delegation, you • After setting a macro attachment to a cross-point button
can make a separate macro attachment for each function. in the AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation
For each control panel, you can make up to 1000 macro mode), if in the Setup menu you change the assignment
attachment settings. of buses to the 1st row/2nd row delegation buttons, the
Macro attachments can be set for the following buttons. macro attachment setting disappears.
• After setting a macro attachment to a 2nd row cross-
Control block Button
point button in the cross-point control block in key/AUX
Cross-point • Background A bus and B bus cross-point bus delegation mode, if in the Setup menu you change
control block buttons the assignment of buses to the 1st row delegation
• Key 1 bus to key 8 bus cross-point buttons buttons, the macro attachment setting disappears.
• Utility 1 bus and 2 bus cross-point buttons
• After setting a macro attachment to a button for which
• DME external video bus cross-point
you can perform function replacement or function
buttons
• DME utility 1 bus and 2 bus cross-point assignment, if you change the function assignment to the
buttons button, the macro attachment setting disappears.
• Cross-point buttons of the bus assigned • After setting a macro attachment to a cross-point button
to the 2nd row. in the cross-point control block, if you change the
• Disabled buttons (set to “Inhibit”). function assignment to the button, the macro attachment
setting disappears.

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Enabling/disabling a macro attachment 2 To set to pre macro mode, press and hold the [PRE
You can temporarily disable the macro attachment MACRO] button in the cross-point pad and press a 3rd
settings. When a macro attachment is disabled, pressing row cross-point button. To set to post macro mode, use
the button does not cause execution of the assigned macro. the [POST MACRO] button instead.
You can enable or disable macro attachments for each
switcher bank. The selected cross-point button blinks amber, and the
register recalled in step 1 is assigned to the button.
If you make both pre macro and post macro
Setting and Canceling a Macro settings for the same button
Attachment The latter setting is enabled.
To set a macro attachment without changing
cross-points
Setting a macro attachment to a button
When you set a macro attachment to a cross-point button,
This section describes setting a macro attachment to 3rd you can make the setting without changing the bus cross-
row (background A bus) button in the cross-point control points. You can make this setting in the Engineering Setup
block as an example. >Panel >Operation >Macro menu (7326.6) (see page 448).

Note
To set a macro attachment in macro only mode

To select macro only mode, the “Macro Only Set” utility 1 Recall the macro register (1 to 250) that you want to
command must be assigned to the following buttons assign to the button.
beforehand in the Setup menu.
• User preference buttons in the menu panel (see For details about the method of operation, see “Macro
page 436) Operations (Numeric Keypad Control Block and
• Memory recall buttons in the utility/shotbox control Utility/Shotbox Control Block)” (page 366) and
block (see page 439) “Macro Operations (Flexi Pad Control Block)”
• 1st row/2nd row buttons of the cross-point control block (page 371).
(utility/shotbox mode) (see page 443)
2 Press the button assigned with the “Macro Only Set”
command.
This switches the mode to macro only mode.

3 Press and hold the [PRE MACRO] or [POST

MACRO] button in the cross-point pad and press a 3rd
row cross-point button.
The selected cross-point button blinks green, and the
register recalled in step 1 is assigned to the button.

Even without switching to macro only mode in step 2,

if you press and hold the [PRE MACRO] and [POST
MACRO] buttons together and press a 3rd row cross-
PRE MACRO button point button, it is possible to set a macro attachment in
macro only mode.
POST MACRO button
To check macro attachment settings
3rd row MACRO ATTACH ENABLE button
Press and hold the [PRE MACRO] button or [POST
MACRO] button. While the button is pressed, the buttons
Cross-point control block for which a macro attachment is set blink as follows.
While the [PRE MACRO] button is pressed:
1 Recall the macro register (1 to 250) that you want to • Buttons set in pre macro mode: Blink amber
assign to the button. • Buttons set in macro only mode: Blink green
While the [POST MACRO] button is pressed:
For details about the method of operation, see “Macro
• Buttons set in post macro mode: Blink amber
Operations (Numeric Keypad Control Block and
• Buttons set in macro only mode: Blink green
Utility/Shotbox Control Block)” (page 366) and
“Macro Operations (Flexi Pad Control Block)”
(page 371).

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Setting a macro attachment to a fader lever To cancel a macro attachment to a fader lever
You can set a macro attachment to any particular position Press and hold the [PRE MACRO] button or [POST
of a fader lever in the transition control block. MACRO] button in the cross-point pad, and press the
[PRIOR SET] button in the control block containing the
fader lever with the macro attachment.
Notes
To delete individual macro attachment settings
• In macro only mode, it is not possible to set a macro
You can delete individual settings of a macro attachment
attachment.
assigned to a button.
• On a split fader, you can set a macro attachment to the
main fader lever (for background A bus).
1 Open the Macro >Attachment menu (5421).
1 Recall the macro register (1 to 250) that you want to
2 Select the macro attachment setting you want to delete.
assign to a fader lever.
For details about the method of operation, see “Macro 3 Press [Delete].
Operations (Numeric Keypad Control Block and
Utility/Shotbox Control Block)” (page 366) and 4 Check the message, then press [Yes].
“Macro Operations (Flexi Pad Control Block)”
To delete all macro attachment settings in a
(page 371).
single operation
2 Move the fader lever to the position where you want to
1 Open the Macro >Attachment menu (5421).
set the macro attachment.

3 Press and hold the [PRE MACRO] button or [POST

2 Press [All Clear].
MACRO] button1) in the cross-point pad, and press the
[PRIOR SET] button in the control block containing
3 Check the message, then press [Yes].
the fader lever operated in step 2.
Switching macro attachment assignment
1) Only when setting a macro attachment to the start point or end point mode (button number mode and pair
of fader lever operation, the use of the [PRE MACRO] and [POST
MACRO] buttons is different. number mode)
• To set the operation start point (0%): Press and hold the [PRE
MACRO] button. When assigning a macro attachment to a cross-point
• To set the operation end point (100%): Press and hold the [POST button, you can select button number mode or pair number
MACRO] button. (video and key) mode.
This assigns the register recalled in step 1 to the fader
lever position selected in step 2. Note

To check macro attachment settings If you change the mode using the following procedure, all
Press and hold the [PRE MACRO] button or [POST macro attachment data relating to cross-point buttons is
MACRO] button. While the button is pressed, the fader lost.
lever position where the macro attachment is set appears in
the following places. 1 Open the Macro >Attachment menu (5421).
Transition indicator in the transition execution section:
The indicator lights at the position where the macro 2 In the <Xpt Attachment Mode> group, select one of
attachment is set. the following.
Transition rate indication in the transition execution
Button Mode: Button number mode. Assign an
section: This shows the fader lever position where the
attachment for combination of bus and button
macro attachment is set, as a percentage value (fader
numbers.
lever start position as 0%, end position 100%).
Pair Mode: Pair number mode. Assign an attachment
for combination of bus and pair numbers.
Removing macro attachment settings
3 Check the message, then press [Yes].
To cancel a macro attachment to a button
Press and hold the [PRE MACRO] or [POST MACRO]
Notes
button in the cross-point pad and press the blinking 3rd
row cross-point button. The macro attachment setting is • In pair number mode, carry out operations as follows.
canceled. - When a single pair number is assigned to multiple
cross-point buttons, pressing any of them executes the

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 macros of all cross-point buttons to which the same
pair number is assigned. Further, if you delete any of Executing a Macro by Macro
these assignments, this deletes all assignments to the Attachment
same pair number.
- If you assign a pair number to a different cross-point The following buttons can be used to execute macro
button, the attachment settings are also transferred to attachments.
the new cross-point button.
• When macro attachment data is loaded and overwrites Macro Button
attachment
existing data, this also changes the button number mode location
or pair number mode setting.
M/E and PGM/ Press [MACRO ATTACH ENABLE] on the
PST banks cross-point pad of the cross-point control
block.
Displaying the Macro Attachment Other than M/E • Press the following buttons assigned
Settings and PGM/PST with the “Macro Attachment Enbl” utility
banks command.
In the Macro >Attachment menu (5421), you can display - User preference buttons in the menu
panel
the macro attachment list to check the macro attachment - Memory recall buttons in the utility/
settings. shotbox control block
The following items are displayed in the list. - 1st row/2nd row buttons of the cross-
• Block: Panel block names. point control block (utility/shotbox
• Button: Names of buttons with macro attachments (up mode)
to 30 characters).
• Reg: Assigned register numbers. Executing a macro assigned to a button
• Name: Names of macro registers.
• Mode: Macro modes (Pre/Post/Only/---) 1) 1 Depending on the location of the button you want to
Above the list is shown the name of the block and macro execute, press the [MACRO ATTACH ENABLE]
attachment assigned button selected in the list. button (or button assigned with the “Macro
Attachment Enbl” command), turning it on.
1) “---” indicates no macro mode is set.
If using the [MACRO ATTACH ENABLE] button on
For details about macro modes, see “Setting a macro the cross-point pad or a memory recall button in the
attachment to a button” (page 380). utility/shotbox control block, press it, turning it on
orange.
For details about the macro attachment list contents, see
“Content Displayed in Macro Attachment List” 2 Press the button with a set macro attachment.
(page 558).
This recalls the macro register assigned to the button,
and the macro is executed as follows, according to the
Moving within the list by blocks operation mode.
You can move quickly from the current block to another Pre macro mode: The macro is executed first, and
block to check the settings for that block by pressing the then the button function is executed.
buttons in the <Block Select> group. Post macro mode: The button function is executed
• P/P: Move to a block in the PGM/PST row. first, and then the macro is executed.
• M/E-1: Move to a block in the M/E-1 row. Macro only mode: The button function is not
• M/E-2: Move to a block in the M/E-2 row. executed, and the macro only is executed.
• M/E-3: Move to a block in the M/E-3 row. During macro execution, the selected button blinks.
• M/E-4: Move to a block in the M/E-4 row.
• M/E-5: Move to a block in the M/E-5 row. Notes
• Aux: Move to a block in the AUX row.
• Others: Move to a block other than in the PGM/PST, M/ • It is not possible to execute more than one macro at a
E-1 to M/E-5, and AUX rows. time. Therefore, even if you simultaneously press
multiple buttons for which macro attachments are set,
only one macro is executed.
• If a button is pressed twice during macro execution or
when the macro is stopped, or if another macro is
recalled, the following operation depends on a setting in
the Setup menu.

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 For details, see “Setting the Macro Execution Mode” • During macro execution, if you switch the control panel
(page 448). to macro editing mode, the macro currently being
• Individual events stored in a macro are executed executed stops.
according to the settings in the Setup menu. If you • During macro editing, even if you operate a fader lever
change the settings in the Setup menu, a saved macro with a macro attachment set, the macro is not executed.
may not have the expected effect.
• During macro execution, if you switch the control panel To disable macro attachment settings
to macro editing mode, the macro currently being In the cross-point control block for the fader lever you
executed stops. want to disable the macro, press the [MACRO ATTACH
• During macro editing, pressing a button for which a ENABLE] button in the cross-point pad, turning it on
macro attachment is set does not execute the macro. orange.
In this state, operating a fader lever with a macro
To disable macro attachment settings attachment set does not execute the macro.
Depending on the location of the button you want to
disable, press the [MACRO ATTACH ENABLE] button
(or button assigned with the “Macro Attachment Enbl”
command), turning it off.
If using the [MACRO ATTACH ENABLE] button on the
cross-point pad or a memory recall button in the utility/
shotbox control block, press it, turning it on dark blue.
In this state, pressing a button for which a macro
attachment is set does not execute the macro.

Executing a macro assigned to a fader

lever

1 In the cross-point control block for the fader lever on

which you want to execute the macro, press the
[MACRO ATTACH ENABLE] button in the cross-
point pad, turning it on orange.

2 Move the fader lever from the start position to the end
position.
When the fader lever passes the position at which the
macro attachment is set, the macro register is recalled,
and the macro is executed.

Notes
• Unless you move the fader lever to the end position
(completing the travel), it is not possible to execute the
macro again.
• When the preset color mix stroke mode is [Normal], the
first lever operation executes the macro, but the second
lever operation does not.
For details about setting the stroke mode, see “Setting a
preset color mix” (page 466).
• If a button is pressed twice during macro execution or
when the macro is stopped, or if another macro is
recalled, the following operation depends on a setting in
the Setup menu (see page 448).
• Individual events stored in a macro are executed
according to the settings in the Setup menu. If you
change the settings in the Setup menu, a saved macro
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 Recalling a menu macro register
Menu Macros 1 Open the Macro >Menu Macro Register >Recall &
Run menu (5431).
The term “menu macro” refers to the function whereby a
sequence of menu operations is saved as data in memory,
so that it can be recalled as required to automatically Interval between events currently set
execute the same sequence of operations. Selected event number / total number of events
You can operate menu macros using any of the menus in
the following table. Currently recalled register
Register number and name
Menu Function Operations
L/E indicator: “L” indicates a locked register,
Menu Macro • Editing a menu • Recalling and and “E” indicates an empty register.
Register menu macro register executing a
(menu macro • Recalling and register Event interval
register editing) executing a • Locking a register
menu macro • Copying a register Number of register selected in the
register. • Deleting a register menu macro register list
• Naming a register
Menu Macro Editing events in a • Inserting an event
Edit menu menu macro • Deleting an event
(editing of menu register • Modifying an event
macro events)

Menu macro registers

The area of memory that holds a menu macro is termed a
“menu macro register.” For each control panel there are 99
menu macro registers, numbered 1 to 99. You can edit
these in the Menu Macro Register menu.

Menu macro events

The events that can be registered in a menu macro are
operations carried out in a menu.
Menu macro creation list

For details about menu operations which are not used in

menu macros, see “Menu Operations Not Registered in a
Menu Macro” (page 561).
2 Select a register.

3 Press [Recall & Run X] or [Recall X] (X is the number

of the register selected in the menu macro register list).
Recalling a Menu Macro Register
To execute the menu macro at the same time as
and Executing a Menu Macro recalling the register, press [Recall & Run X].
To recall the register only, press [Recall X].
Menu macro operation is carried out by recalling a menu
macro register.
Executing a menu macro
Notes In the Macro >Menu Macro Register >Recall & Run menu
• Menu macros and macros recalled with a control panel (5431), check that you are not in macro editing mode, then
button operate independently. Therefore, to synchronize use the following procedure.
these, adjustment of the execution timing is required.
• Events saved in a menu macro are executed according to 1 Select the start event to execute.
the settings in force when the event was registered, and
therefore if you change the setup when recalling, it may 2 Press [Run].
not be possible to replay the event correctly. To stop execution of a macro
• When two menu macros are recalled successively, the Press [Stop].
first executed has precedence.

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To move to the start of a menu macro event Executing a menu macro in the shortcut
Press [Rewind]. menu

Recalling a menu macro register from a 1 Open the Home >Favorites >Shortcut menu (0021).
macro register
Menu macro recall and execution operations can be saved
as events in a control panel macro, and then recalled.
If you execute a menu macro with the control panel in
macro editing mode, then this operation is recorded as an
event.

For details about operations for registering events, see the

following.
• “Macro Operations (Numeric Keypad Control Block
and Utility/Shotbox Control Block)” (page 366)
• “Macro Operations (Flexi Pad Control Block)”
(page 371)
• “Macro Operations (Menu)” (page 375)
2 Press the group name button.
Registering a menu macro in the shortcut
menu 3 Press the button to which the menu macro is assigned.
To stop a menu macro during execution
1 In the Home >Favorites >Button Edit menu (0023), Press [MenuMacro Stop].
select a button to register.

2 Press [MenuMacro Set].

Creating and Editing a Menu Macro
The Menu Macro Set menu (0023.1) appears.
The L/E indicator indicates the following status.
Note
L: Locked register
E: Empty register It is not possible to execute a menu macro during editing.
To run the macro, first press [Store] to end editing.
L/E indicator
Creating a new menu macro

1 In the Macro >Menu Macro Register >Recall & Run

menu (5431), select an empty register in the menu
macro register list.
For details about the method of operation, see
“Recalling a menu macro register” (page 385).

2 Press [Menu Macro Edit].

The Menu Macro Edit menu (7144.2) appears.
The menu macro register is recalled, and menu macro
editing mode is invoked.

3 In the list on the left, select the button number to

assign.

4 Press [Set].

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 To insert a pause event
Menu macro register number

Event number
1 Set the pause time.

Menu macro register name

No. Parameter Adjustment
Remaining Memory 4 Pause Pause duration (seconds)
Time (Sec)

2 Press [Pause Set].

When auto insert mode is enabled, the pause event is
registered automatically.
When auto insert mode is disabled, press the [Insert
Before] or [Insert After] button to register the pause
event.

Editing a menu macro

1 In the Macro >Menu Macro Register >Recall & Run

menu (5431), select a register in the menu macro
register list.
Menu macro creation Menu macro register For details about the method of operation, see
event list creation list
“Recalling a menu macro register” (page 385).

2 Press [Menu Macro Edit].

3 If required, press [Auto Insert] to enable/disable auto
insert mode. The Menu Macro Edit menu (7144.2) appears.
The menu macro register is recalled, and menu macro
4 Create an event (carry out the menu operation you editing mode is invoked.
want to register as an event in the menu macro).
3 Select the event you want to edit.
For details about menus that can be registered, see
“Menu macro events” (page 385). 4 If required, press [Auto Insert] to enable/disable auto
When auto insert mode is enabled, the event is insert mode.
registered automatically.
When auto insert mode is disabled, press [Insert 5 Carry out the editing operations.
Before] or [Insert After] to register the event. When auto insert mode is enabled: Menu operations
are automatically inserted after the selected event.
5 Repeat steps 3 and 4 to register the required events in When auto insert mode is disabled: Perform one of
the menu macro. the following.
• To overwrite the selected event, carry out the
6 Set the event execution interval. new menu operation, then press [Modify].
• To insert an event before the selected event,
No. Parameter Adjustment carry out the new menu operation, then press
5 Interval Event interval (seconds)
[Insert Before].
Time (Sec) • To insert an event after the selected event, carry
out the new menu operation, then press [Insert
The settings are applied to each menu macro register. After].
7 Press [Store]. To delete the selected event
Press [Delete].
8 Enter a menu macro register number as required in the To delete all events, select [All Event Select] and press
numeric keypad window, and press [Enter]. [Delete].
The menu macro is saved with the specified number. 6 Set the event execution interval.
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No. Parameter Adjustment
5 Interval Event interval (seconds)
Time (Sec)
The settings are applied to each menu macro register.

7 Press [Store].

8 Enter a menu macro register number as required in the

keyboard window, and press [Enter].
To exit the Menu Macro Edit menu without saving
the editing results
Press [Exit].
To scroll the events display in the menu macro
register creation list
Select the event to display, and then scroll the characters in
The Default Recall button position shows the following.
the “Data” field using the [H Scroll] parameter. Menu shortcut button to Menu Macro Edit menu

About the menu macro editing mode

display The Previous page button position shows one of the following.
• When [Auto Insert] is enabled, “Menu Macro Auto Insert”
If you switch to another menu while in menu macro editing appears.
mode, the display is as shown below. • When [Auto Insert] is disabled, “Menu Macro Insert After”
appears, and operates as [Insert After].
Screen when the keyframe status is displayed

The keyframe status section appears as follows.

• Menu macro register number Menu Macro Register Editing
• Menu macro register name
• Current event number /
total number of events In the Macro >Menu Macro Register menu, you can check
• Remaining memory the status and edit menu macro registers.
For details about the status display, see “Effect Status
Menu shortcut button to
Menu Macro Edit menu Display” (page 341). However, region names are not
displayed.
You can carry out the following editing on menu macro
registers.
• Lock: Write-protect the data contents of the menu macro
register.
• Copy: Copy data between menu macro registers.
• Delete: Delete the data contents of a menu macro
register.
• Name: Attach a name to a menu macro register.
In the Macro >Menu Macro Register menu, use the same
procedure as when editing an effect register.
However, the region selection operation is not necessary
for menu macro registers.

For details, see “Effect Register Editing” (page 342).

The Previous page button position shows one of the following.

• When [Auto Insert] is enabled, “Menu Macro Auto Insert”
appears.
• When [Auto Insert] is disabled, “Menu Macro Insert After”
appears, and operates as [Insert After].

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 Forcibly ending a macro timeline
Macro Timeline • If the timeline has completed but a macro is still
executing, press the [REWIND] or [RUN] button in the
utility/shotbox control block to forcibly end the macro
By registering macro recall and execute actions on a timeline.
timeline, in the same way as for key frames in an effect, • In a macro timeline, since a take operation is not
you can automatically execute them in a sequence. This possible, if a macro included in the timeline has a pause
timeline is called a “macro timeline,” and one macro event with a pause time of zero, the remainder of the
timeline can have up to 99 macros being executed timeline after the pause is ignored, and the macro
simultaneously in parallel. timeline ends at that point.
There are 99 registers in the Macro region that can be
registered on the macro timeline, numbered 1 to 99. These
Register editing functions
registers are distinct from the registers where individual
macros are stored. You can use the following editing functions on a register
in which a macro timeline is stored.
• Copying
Note
• Moving
If you use a macro timeline to superimpose more than one • Swapping
macro, the macros may not be executed according to the • Merging
timing information registered in the timeline. • Locking
• Naming
• Deleting
Available key frame functions
The keyframe functions that can be used in the macro
timeline are as follows. File related functions
• RECALL (1 to 99), STORE (1 to 99), RECALL UNDO, You can save and recall a created macro timeline as effect
STORE UNDO, search for empty register, AUTO data, in the File menu.
SAVE, RECALL MODE (RECALL, RECALL & Timeline operations are carried out on a macro timeline in
REWIND) the same way as for normal effects.
• EDIT ENABLE, EDIT UNDO
• CONST DUR, EFF DUR, KF DUR, DELAY, PAUSE, For details about timeline operations, see “Keyframes”
INSERT BEFORE, INSERT AFTER, MODIFY, (page 312).
DELETE, COPY, PASTE BEFORE, PASTE AFTER,
FROM TO, ALL
Note
• PREV KF, NEXT KF, GOTO TC, GOTO KF, RUN,
REWIND, FF, STOP NEXT KF, NORMAL, JOG, KF When using a macro timeline, note the following.
FADER • To use a macro timeline, the Macro region must be
The following key frame functions cannot be used assigned to a region selection button in the numeric
• KF LOOP, EFFECT LOOP, REVERSE, NORMAL/ keypad control block.
REVERSE For details, see “Assigning a Region to the Region
• PATH Selection Buttons in the Numeric Keypad Control
Block” (page 427).
• On a macro timeline, only macro recall and execution
Saving to a register actions can be registered. The data for a macro to be
Set the recall and execute actions for the macros to be recalled on the macro timeline is not included on the
registered in the timeline using the Macro >Timeline timeline. It is necessary to create the macro data first.
>Timeline menu (5441). The setting data can be saved in a • A macro timeline can be saved and recalled on the
register as key frame data. You can manipulate this data by master timeline or in a shotbox register, but cannot be
recalling the register in which it is saved, and using the saved as a snapshot.
utility/shotbox control block.

Note Creating and Editing a Macro

An action set for a keyframe is only executed when the Timeline
keyframe effect is executed in the forward direction. It is
important to remember that actions are not executed in the This section describes how to set actions, and add
reverse direction when executing simultaneously with keyframe points. Path settings are not needed for a macro
switcher and DME key frame effects. timeline.

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For details about keyframe creation, see “Creating and
Editing Keyframes” (page 325).

Registering a keyframe
The operations for registering use the Macro >Timeline
>Timeline menu (5441) and the [INS] button in the utility/
shotbox control block.

1 Press the [KF MCRO EDIT] button in the utility/

shotbox control block, and press the [EDIT ENBL]
button, turning it on.
This switches the memory recall section to effect
editing mode.

2 Open the Macro >Timeline >Timeline menu (5441).

3 In the “Action” list on the right, select the action

(Recall, Take, Take All, or No Action).
When Recall or Take is selected, select the number of
the macro register.

No. Parameter Adjustment

3 a) Recall No Number of macro register to recall
b)
3 Take No Number of macro register to
execute

a) When Recall is selected

b) When Take is selected

4 Press [Set].
The selected action appears in the list on the left.

5 Press the [INS] button in the utility/shotbox control

block.
This creates keyframe 1 on the macro timeline.
To set the action for a rewind operation
On the macro timeline, when the [REWIND] button in the
utility/shotbox control block is pressed, the action set for the
first keyframe is not executed, but when the [RUN] button
is pressed, then the first keyframe action is executed.
To execute an action when the [REWIND] button is
pressed, it is necessary to set this action (Rewind Action).
To set the Rewind Action, press [Rewind Action] in the
Macro >Timeline >Timeline menu (5441) to open the
Rewind Action menu (5441.1). Operate in the same way as
in the Timeline menu (5441).
Alternatively, you can make settings in the Setup menu so
that when the [REWIND] button is pressed, this executes
the action set for the first keyframe, and when the [RUN]
button is pressed the first keyframe action is not executed.
In this case, the Rewind Action setting is still enabled.

For details, see “Setting the first keyframe when rewind is

executed” (page 445).

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 Files Chapter 17
When operating on individual files or registers
Overview of File Save: Save the data in a register to the local drive or
removable drive.
Operations Load: Load a file from the local drive or removable drive.
Copy: Copy a file within a directory or between
directories, including on remote panels.
You can save register data, including setup information Rename: Rename a file on the local drive or removable
and snapshot information, as a file on the local drive or drive.
removable drive, and recall it as required. Delete: Delete a file from the local drive or removable
You can operate on individual files or registers, or together drive.
in a batch. When operating on files or registers in batch
Images in frame memory can be imported from an external The Save, Load, Copy, and Delete operations above are
device, converted to a different format, and then saved. available.
About local drives and removable drives Notes on transferring frame memory files in
In this document and in the File menu, “Local Drive” batch to a removable drive
refers to the internal hard disk and “Removable Drive” • Transferring all of the files within frame memory in
refers to general-purpose external USB-compatible batch fails if the capacity of the removable drive is too
storage devices connected to the system. small to hold the combined contents.
In this case, replace the storage device with a larger
Types of files capacity removable drive, or delete files on the drive
until saving is possible.
The following types of files can be saved and recalled.
The following table is a guide between removable drive
• Operation mode setup data for system as a whole and
capacity and number of files that can be saved.
individual devices
• Device status data for system startup Removable drive Number of files that can be saved
• Key memory setting data capacity
SD system HD system
• Video process memory setting data (except 720P)
• Keyframe effect setting data
• Snapshot setting data 256 MB 214 46
• Wipe snapshot setting data When transferring to the local drive, make sure there is
• DME wipe snapshot setting data sufficient capacity, so that the problems above do not
• Key snapshot setting data occur.
• Shotbox setting data
• Macro setting data
• Macro attachment data
• Menu macro setting data
• Frame memory image data
• List of files automatically created in a frame memory file
backup to DDR/VTR (single data set)
• User setup setting data
• User source name setting data

File operations
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• If you cancel the operation during a data transfer About import image size
between frame memory and the local drive or removable Pay attention to the following points, depending on the
drive, then any image which was not completely signal format used.
transferred will not be reproduced correctly. Avoid
canceling file operations. SDTV (480i)
• When loading a file from the local drive or removable Images 720×487 pixels in size are images that will
drive, if [Freeze Enable] is enabled in the Frame perfectly fill the picture frame.
Memory >Still >Freeze/Store menu (2512), the loaded The following figure shows how an import image is
file may be overwritten by the frame memory input processed when the 480i/59.94 format is used.
image. Images are placed with the upper left of the frame as the
To avoid this, disable [Freeze Enable] before loading origin.
files. When an image is smaller than the frame, the remainder of
the screen is filled with black. When it is larger, parts
Importing or exporting files to or from frame which extend beyond the frame are discarded.
memory
Import: Import a file, converting the format, from the
local drive or removable drive into a register. 720 pixels
Export: Save the data in a register, converting the format, 487 pixels
to the local drive or removable drive.
You can import the following types of files.

File type Format File Name Precautions

TIFF file RGB Maximum eight • The layer
uncom- characters, plus function cannot
pressed extension “.tif” be used.
format • If an alpha
channel is
present, two files
are created as a Position of small picture Parts discarded when
pair file. image is too large
BMP file Windows Maximum eight – Section filled with black for
compati- characters, plus a small picture
ble 24-bit extension
format “.bmp”
No pixel ratio conversion is performed when images are
TARGA RGB Maximum eight • The layer imported in SDTV format.
file uncom- characters, plus function cannot
pressed/ extension “.tga” When the signal format is 480i/59.94, if you create an
be used.
com- image with a size of 720×540 on a computer and then
• If an alpha
pressed channel is import it as-is, the image will be too tall. To maintain the
format shape of the image, first create it as a 720×540 image and
present, two files
are created as a then use computer software tools to reduce the vertical
pair file. dimension to 487 pixels before importing it.
PNG file RGB com- Maximum eight • The layer HDTV (1080i)
pressed characters, plus function cannot
format extension “.png” Images 1920×1080 pixels in size are images that will
be used.
perfectly fill the picture frame.
• If an alpha
channel is Like SDTV, images are placed with the upper left of the
present, two files frame as the origin.
are created as a When an image is smaller or larger than the frame,
pair file. processing is the same as for SDTV.
Since the pixel ratio of the HDTV format is 1:1, files
Note created on computers are imported in their original shapes.
This functionality has been tested and confirmed to work The following table shows the image sizes which exactly
with TIFF files created by Adobe Photoshop, but it may fill the frame for various signal formats.
not be possible to use TIFF files created with some other
software. Please be forewarned. Signal format Image size (H × V)
480i/59.94 720×487
576i/50 720×576

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Signal format Image size (H × V) Locking file loading operations
1080i/50 1920×1080 You can lock the loading of files for the following
1080i/59.94 categories in the Setup menu (see page 423).
Setup (SWR), Setup (DME), Setup (PNL&GUI), Setup
1080PsF/23.98
(TLY&RTR), Initial Status, Key Memory, Video Proc
1080PsF/24 Memory, Effect, Snapshot, Wipe Snapshot, DME
1080PsF/25 Snapshot, Key Snapshot, Shotbox, Macro, Macro
1080PsF/29.97 Attachment, Menu Macro, User Setup.
A locked file cannot be downloaded from the File menu.
1080P/50, 1080P/59.94
720P/50 1280×720
File transfer errors
720P/59.94
If a file transfer related error occurs, the error messages
appear in the Error Information menu (9900).
Importing 720P and 1080P movie material If this occurs, save the data or load the data again. If the
• To import movie material in 720P or 1080P format, it is error message persists, contact a Sony service
necessary to treat each frame as a separate image file. representative.
• For 1080P format, the individual files must have
numbers which start from an even number (E.g.:
consecutive numbers from 0000).

Directory operations
You can create a new directory within the local drive or
removable drive, and carry out other operations, such as
renaming and deleting (see page 402).
You can also inhibit operations on files, such as saving and
deleting, for a directory.

Copying files between unit IDs/group IDs

Switcher and DME files on the local drive or removable
drive are managed by unit ID or group ID.
You can copy files between different unit IDs/group IDs
(see page 403).

Saving data loaded by autoload

At power on, you can automatically load data previously
stored on the local drive (Autoload function).
The following data can be loaded by the autoload function.
• Keyframe effect setting data
• Snapshot setting data
• Wipe snapshot setting data
• DME wipe snapshot setting data
• Key snapshot setting data
• Shotbox setting data
• Macro setting data
• Macro attachment data
• Frame memory image data
To use the autoload function, the data required must first
be saved (see page 404).

For details, see “Setting Automatic Loading of Register

Data at Power On (Autoload Function)” (page 414).

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Operations on Individual Device selection area Region selection area

Files
You can save or load the contents of an individual file or
register.

Detailed File Information

This section describes snapshot file information as an
example.

1 Open the File >Snapshot >Snapshot menu (7131).

The status area shows the device status and a list of
files on the device. Detail display area

Selecting a particular file displays detailed

information about that file in the detail display area at
the top right of the list.
In the Frame Memory menu, the following fields are
also shown.
Pair: For pair files, “P” is shown.
Ext: For extended clip files, “Ext” is shown.

Region Selection
You can carry out a file operation on a number of regions
simultaneously. However, a region selection is not
required for the following files.
• Key memory
File Edit buttons • Video process memory
• Shotbox
• Macro
2 Press [File Edit]. • Macro attachment
The File Edit menu (7131.1) appears. • Frame memory
The file details appear (reference region file name, • Setup
creation date, regions including data) in list view. • Initial status
• User setup
• User source names

In the above list, for frame memory in Dual Simul mode,

you can select the target switcher to use for the operation
in a way similar to the region selection. For setup and
initial status, you can target files for operation on separate
devices.
To select a region

1 In the File menu, press the region selection area at the

top right of the screen.
The region selection window appears.

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2 Select the target region for operation. Notes
For regions you do not want to select, press the • The devices that can be selected in the device
corresponding button, turning it off. selection area vary depending on the function and
the menu.
3 Press [OK]. • When [Register] is selected in the device selection
area, a directory cannot be specified.
• For frame memory operations, three buttons are
Selecting a Device for Operation displayed in the device selection area. The button on
the left selects the device, the button in the center
To carry out file operations, you need to specify the selects the directory, and the button on the right
register, local drive, removable drive, or other storage selects the folder.
device as the location of the data or file. You can also
specify a directory.
If NFS (Network File System) is enabled in the Setup Saving Files
menu, you can add [Network] to the device for operations.
This section describes saving snapshot register data to a
For details about NFS, see “Configuring the NFS Server” removable drive as an example.
(page 406).
Note
Notes
For key snapshots, snapshots, and effects, you cannot
• There is a risk that files saved on the local drive may perform the following operation when [Src Patch Link] is
become unusable if the local drive experiences trouble. enabled (see page 497).
Always keep separate backup copies of important files
on a removable drive. 1 Open the File >Snapshot >Snapshot menu (7131).
• Format a commercially available removable drive before
using it for the first time (see page 421). 2 In the device selection area in the list on the left, select
[Register].
To select a device

1 In the File menu, press the button on the left in the

3 In the device selection area on the right, select [Local
Drive] or [Removable Drive], then specify a directory.
device selection area above the list.
A pull-down menu appears. 4 Select the register to save and the destination file in
which to save it.
2 Select the target device for operation. You can select more than one register.
Register: Register To select all registers, press [ALL].
Local Drive: Local drive
Removable Drive: Removable drive 5 Press [t Save].
Network: File operations on a network (NFS) The data from the selected registers is saved.
The selected device name is displayed on the button on If the specified destination already contains data, a
the left in the device selection area. confirmation message appears. Select [Yes] to
overwrite the existing data.
3 Press the button on the right in the device selection
area.
Saving frame memory files
The directory selection window appears.
Up to 40 directories are displayed per page, and you
Note
can move between pages using the b and B buttons.
The maximum number of directories that can be When the signal format is 1080P, saving a still image file
created is 120 for a removable drive and 200 for the creates two still image files for each frame. An ‘A’ is
local drive or NFS. automatically appended to the first file name, and a ‘B’ is
appended to the second file name. If either of these files is
4 Press the button for the target directory to use. missing, it is not possible to recreate the image, and
therefore for correct operation the two files must always be
The selected device name is displayed on the button on handled together.
the right in the device selection area.

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For frame memory file operations, frame memory folder • In steps 2 and 3, specify the frame memory folder.
specification and data type selection is required. In the device selection area, press [DEFAULT] (default
Perform the following operation using the procedure in setting), then select the target folder in the pull-down
“Saving Files” (page 395). menu.
• In steps 2 and 3, specify the frame memory folder. • After step 3, select the data type to display using the
In the device selection area, press [DEFAULT] (default buttons above the list.
setting), then select the target folder in the pull-down Still: Still image files
menu. Clip: Clip files
• After step 3, select the data type to display using the Ext Clip: Extended clip files
buttons above the list. All: All file types
Still: Still image files
Clip: Clip files
Ext Clip: Extended clip files Copying Files
All: All file types
You can copy files either within a directory or between
directories on the local drive or a removable drive.
Loading Files This section describes copying a snapshot file from a
removable drive to the local drive as an example.
This section describes loading a snapshot file from the
local drive or removable drive into a register as an 1 Open the File >Snapshot >Snapshot menu (7131).
example.
2 In the device selection area in the list on the left, select
1 Open the File >Snapshot >Snapshot menu (7131). [Removable Drive], then specify a directory.

2 In the device selection area in the list on the left, select 3 In the device selection area in the list on the right,
[Register]. select [Local Drive], then specify a directory.

3 In the device selection area in the list on the right, 4 Select the source and destination files.
select [Local Drive] or [Removable Drive], then
specify a directory. You can select more than one file.
To select all files, press [ALL].
4 Select the register to which you want to load, and the
file to be loaded. 5 Press [t Copy].

You can select more than one file. The selected files are copied.
To select all files, press [ALL]. If there is already data present in the destination
location, a confirmation message appears. Select [Yes]
5 Press [T Load]. to overwrite the data.

The selected file is loaded.

Copying frame memory files

Loading frame memory files Note

In a still image file saved in the 1080P signal format, there

Notes
are two still image files for each frame image. If either of
• When the signal format is 1080P, extended clip files these two files is missing, it is not possible to recreate the
cannot be loaded. image, and therefore for correct operation the two files
• In a still image file saved in the 1080P signal format, must always be copied together.
there are two still image files for each frame image. If
either of these two files is missing, it is not possible to For frame memory file operations, frame memory folder
recreate the image, and therefore for correct operation specification and data type selection is required.
the two files must always be recalled together. Perform the following operation using the procedure in
“Copying Files” (page 396).
For frame memory file operations, frame memory folder • In steps 2 and 3, specify the frame memory folder.
specification and data type selection is required. In the device selection area, press [DEFAULT] (default
Perform the following operation using the procedure in setting), then select the target folder in the pull-down
“Loading Files” (page 396). menu.

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• After step 3, select the data type to display using the Ex: img111A and img111B (underlined portions must
buttons above the list. have the same file name)
Still: Still image files
Clip: Clip files 1 Open the File >Frame Memory >Frame Memory
Ext Clip: Extended clip files menu (7151).
All: All file types
2 Press [File Edit].
The File Edit menu (7151.1) appears.
Renaming Files
You can rename files on the local drive or a removable
3 Select the data type to display using the buttons above
the list.
drive, and rename registers.
This section describes renaming a snapshot file as an Still: Still image files
example. Clip: Clip files
Ext Clip: Extended clip files
1 Open the File >Snapshot >Snapshot menu (7131). All: All file types

2 Press [File Edit]. 4 Select the file to rename.

The File Edit menu (7131.1) appears. When [Clip] or [Ext Clip] is selected in step 3, you
You can also select a device and specify a directory in cannot select more than one file.
this menu (see page 395).
5 Press [Rename].
3 Select the file to rename.
6 Depending on the selections of steps 3 and 4, enter a
4 Press [Rename]. name in the keyboard window as follows and press
[Enter].
5 Enter a name of up to 8 characters in the keyboard
window, and press [Enter]. • When a single file is selected with [Still] or [All]: Up
to eight characters.
• When more than one file is selected with [Still] or
Note
[All]: Up to four characters.
• Within the switcher, the names for Initial Status and • When [Clip] or [Ext Clip] is selected: Up to four
Setup data are reserved. characters.
You can rename files on the local drive or removable
drive, but reloading will revert files to the default Notes
names.
• The following names cannot be used. • When [Register] is selected in the device selection
CON, PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL area and more than one file is selected with [Still] or
COM0, COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5, [All], renaming the files converts the still images to
COM6, COM7, COM8, COM9 a clip.
LPT0, LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, LPT4, LPT5, LPT6, • It is not possible to simultaneously select a file for
LPT7, LPT8, LPT9 which the Ext field in the status area is blank and a
file for which the Ext field shows “Ext” to rename
the files.
Renaming frame memory files • When the signal format is 1080P, a still image file
name is limited to up to seven characters.
Notes

• In a still image file saved in the 1080P signal format,

there are two still image files for each frame image. Deleting Files
When a register is selected for the operation, renaming
one of the files will automatically rename the other You can delete data from the local drive or a removable
paired file. drive, and delete register data.
• When a device other than a register is selected for the This section describes deleting a snapshot file as an
operation, renaming one file does not automatically example.
rename the other paired file. Except for the ‘A’ or ‘B’
suffix in the file name, both files must be renamed 1 Open the File >Snapshot >Snapshot menu (7131).
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2 Press [File Edit]. 1 Open the File >Frame Memory >Frame Memory
menu (7151).
The File Edit menu (7131.1) appears.
You can also select a device and specify a directory in 2 Press [File Edit].
this menu (see page 395).
The File Edit menu (7151.1) appears.
3 Select the file to delete.
3 In the device selection area, select [Local Drive] or
You can select more than one file. [Removable Drive], then specify a directory and frame
To select all files, press [ALL]. memory folder.
4 Press [Delete]. 4 Select the data type to display using the buttons above
the list.
5 Check the message, then press [Yes].
Clip: Clip files
Ext Clip: Extended clip files
Deleting frame memory files
5 Select the file to convert.
Notes

• In a still image file saved in the 1080P signal format, 6 Convert the file.
there are two still image files for each frame image. To convert clips to extended clips, press [Clip −> Ext
When a register is selected for the operation, deleting Clip.
one still image file will automatically delete the other To convert extended clips to clips, press [Ext Clip −>
paired file. Clip].
• When a device other than a register is selected for the
operation, deleting one still image file does not
automatically delete the other paired file. You must
manually delete both files. Creating Frame Memory Folders
You can create a frame memory folder on the local drive
For frame memory file operations, frame memory folder
or removable drive.
specification and data type selection is required.
Perform the following operation using the procedure in
“Deleting Files” (page 397).
1 Open the File >Frame Memory >Frame Memory
Folder menu (7152).
• In step 2, specify the frame memory folder.
In the device selection area, press [DEFAULT] (default
setting), then select the target folder in the pull-down
2 In the device selection area, select [Local Drive] or
[Removable Drive], then specify a directory.
menu.
• After step 2, select the data type to display using the
buttons above the list.
3 Press [New].
Still: Still image files
Clip: Clip files
4 Enter a name of up to 8 characters in the keyboard
window, and press [Enter].
Ext Clip: Extended clip files
All: All file types
Notes
• The following names cannot be used.
Interconversion of Frame Memory Default, Flash1, Flash2
CON, PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL
Clips and Extended Clips COM0, COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5,
Frame memory clips and extended clips on the local drive COM6, COM7, COM8, COM9
or a removable drive can be converted to extended clips LPT0, LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, LPT4, LPT5, LPT6,
and clips, respectively. LPT7, LPT8, LPT9
• It is not possible to create 12 or more directories in
the frame memory folder.
Note
When the signal format is 1080P, this operation is not To rename a frame memory folder
possible.
1 Select a frame memory folder.

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2 Press [Rename].

3 Enter a name of up to 8 characters in the keyboard

Batch File Operations
window, and press [Enter].
To delete a frame memory folder You can process all files or registers in batch.

1 Select a frame memory folder.

Saving Files in Batch
2 Press [Delete].
You can save the data in registers to the local drive or
3 Check the message, then press [Yes]. removable drive in batch.

Notes
Saving a Frame Memory File List • There is a risk that files saved on the local drive may
become unusable if the local drive experiences trouble.
If you save all files currently held in frame memory as a
Always keep separate backup copies of important files
single backup data set using high-speed recording on video
on a removable drive.
tape or other medium, a file of file list data is created that
• Format a commercially available removable drive before
is needed for successful frame memory file restore
using it for the first time (see page 421).
operation. This file must be saved on the local drive or a
• You cannot perform the following operation when [Src
removable drive.
Patch Link] is enabled (see page 497).
1 Open the File >Frame Memory >File Name Data
1 Open the File >All, External File >All menu (7161).
menu (7153).

2 In the operating device selection section on the left or

2 Select the target device for operation (see page 395).
right, select [Register]. In the device selection area on the left, select
[Register].
The register name “FM_Bkup” appears.
In the device selection area on the right, select [Local
In the device selection area on the opposite side,
Drive] or [Removable Drive], then specify a directory.
specify the save destination device.

3 In the device selection area for the save destination

3 In the <Category> group, select the category of the
target registers to save.
device, select [Local Drive] or [Removable Drive],
then specify a directory. For categories you do not want to save, press the
corresponding button, turning it off.
4 Select the destination file for saving. To select all categories, press [All Select], turning it
on.
5 Press [Save].
For details about target data for operations, see
The file is saved. “Types of files” (page 391).
To load a saved file, press [Load].
Note
To view detailed file information
Press [File Edit] to open the File Edit menu (7153.1). Frame memory is not selected when you press [All
A detailed file list appears. You can edit the files in the Select]. To apply the setting to frame memory, press
same way as for other files. [Frame Memory], turning it on. When frame memory
is selected, it is not possible to apply settings to
<Category> group data.

4 Press [t Save].

5 Check the message, then press [Yes].

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Loading Files in Batch Copying Files in Batch
You can load files from the local drive or removable drive You can copy files between the local drive and removable
in batch. drive in batch.

Note 1 Open the File >All, External File >All menu (7161).

It is not possible to load a file from a category for which 2 Select the target device for operation (see page 395).
loading operations are locked (see page 423).
In the device selection area on the left, select the copy
1 Open the File >All, External File >All menu (7161). source ([Local Drive] or [Removable Drive]), then
specify a directory.
2 Select the target device for operation (see page 395). In the device selection area on the right, select the copy
destination ([Local Drive] or [Removable Drive]),
In the device selection area on the left, select then specify a directory.
[Register].
In the device selection area on the right, select [Local 3 In the <Category> group, select the category of the
Drive] or [Removable Drive], then specify a directory. target files to copy.

3 In the <Category> group, select the category of the For categories you do not want to copy, press the
target files to load. corresponding button, turning it off.
To select all categories, press [All Select], turning it
For categories you do not want to save, press the on.
corresponding button, turning it off.
To select all categories, press [All Select], turning it For details about target data for operations, see
on. “Types of files” (page 391).

For details about target data for operations, see

Note
“Types of files” (page 391).
Frame memory is not selected when you press [All
Notes Select]. To apply the setting to frame memory, press
[Frame Memory], turning it on. When frame memory
• Frame memory is not selected when you press [All is selected, it is not possible to apply settings to
Select]. To apply the setting to frame memory, press <Category> group data.
[Frame Memory], turning it on. When frame
memory is selected, it is not possible to apply 4 Press [t Copy].
settings to <Category> group data.
• You cannot select [User Setup] when [Src Patch The selected files are copied.
Link] is enabled (see page 497). If there is already data present in the destination
location, a confirmation message appears. Select [Yes]
4 Press [T Load]. to overwrite the data.

5 Check the message, then press [Yes].

To clear region data before loading
Before pressing [T Load], press [CLR Before Load],
turning it on.
The following data can be cleared before loading.
Effect, Snapshot, Wipe Snapshot, DME Wipe Snapshot,
Key Snapshot, Shotbox, and Macro

Note
When frame memory is selected for the setting, the data is
always deleted before loading.

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 5 In the device selection area in the list on the right,
Importing and Exporting select [Removable Drive], then specify a directory
containing the file to import.
Files
Note
Always place files to import from a removable drive in
You can import or export frame memory image data from
a directory immediately below root.
or to external recording media.
Import: Import a file in a different format from the local
drive or removable drive as frame memory image data.
6 In the list on the right, select the file to import.
Export: Save the data in a register, converting the format,
to the local drive or removable drive.
7 Press [T Import].

For details of the supported file formats, see “Importing or

exporting files to or from frame memory” (page 392). Exporting Frame Memory Data
This section describes exporting frame memory image
Note data to a removable drive in bitmap format as an example.
When the signal format is 1080P, exporting is not possible.
1 Open the File >All, External File >Import/Export
menu (7162).
Importing Frame Memory Data 2 In the file format selection area at the top right of the
screen, press [Frame Memory (.BMP)].
This section describes importing bitmap-format data into a
frame memory register as an example. Files of the selected type are shown in the list on the
right.
For details about files for importing, see “About import
image size” (page 392). 3 Select the data type to display using the buttons at the
top right of the screen.
Note
Still: Still image files
When the signal format is 1080P, importing as an extended Clip: Clip files
clip file is not possible. Ext Clip: Extended clip files

1 Open the File >All, External File >Import/Export Frame memory data of the selected type appears in the
menu (7162). list on the left.

2 In the file format selection area at the top right of the 4 In the device selection area in the list on the right,
screen, press [Frame Memory (.BMP)]. select [Removable Drive], then specify an export
destination directory.
Files of the selected type are shown in the list on the
right. Note

3 Select the data type to display using the buttons at the The displayed directories are only those directories
top right of the screen. immediately below root.

Still: Still image files 5 In the device selection area in the list on the left,
Clip: Clip files specify the frame memory folder containing the file to
Ext Clip: Extended clip files export.
Frame memory data of the selected type appears in the
list on the left. 6 In the list on the left, select the file to export.

4 In the device selection area in the list on the left, 7 Press [t Export].
specify the frame memory folder for the import
destination. The frame memory in saved in bitmap format on the
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If a file with the same name already exists in the
specified destination, a confirmation message appears.
Select [Yes] to overwrite the existing data.
Directory Operations
You can create a new directory within the local drive or
removable drive, and carry out other operations, such as
renaming and deleting. You can also inhibit operations on
files, such as saving and deleting, for a directory.

Creating a Directory
You can create up to 120 directories on a removable drive,
or 200 on the local drive or NFS.

1 Open the File >Configure >Directory menu (7171).

2 In the device selection area, select the target device for

operation (see page 395).

3 Press [New].

4 Enter a name of up to 8 characters in the keyboard

window, and press [Enter].

Note
The following names cannot be used.
CON, PRN, AUX, CLOCK$, NUL
COM0, COM1, COM2, COM3, COM4, COM5,
COM6, COM7, COM8, COM9
LPT0, LPT1, LPT2, LPT3, LPT4, LPT5, LPT6, LPT7,
LPT8, LPT9

Renaming a Directory
1 Open the File >Configure >Directory menu (7171).

2 In the device selection area, select the target device for

operation (see page 395).

3 Select a directory.

4 Press [Rename].

5 Enter a name of up to 8 characters in the keyboard

window, and press [Enter].

Protecting (Write Inhibit) a Directory

The following operations can be prohibited for a directory.
• Saving files
• Copying files (including copying between unit IDs and
group IDs)

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• Renaming files
•
•
Deleting files
Offline editing of macro files
Copying Files Between
•
•
Exporting user source name files
Creating, renaming, and deleting frame memory folders
Unit IDs/Group IDs
• Interconversion of frame memory clips and extended
clips Switcher and DME files on the local drive or removable
• Deleting directories drive are managed by unit ID (see page 405) or group ID
(see page 406).
1 Open the File >Configure >Directory menu (7171). Files with different unit ID and group ID cannot be copied
using ordinary file operations. To copy files, use the menu
2 In the device selection area, select the target device for for copying between different unit ID/group IDs.
operation (see page 395).
Note
3 Select a directory.
If there is already data present in the copy destination, note
4 Press [Protect]. that all data will be overwritten.
Write inhibit is set for the selected directory, and
is displayed in the “Protect” field in the status area.
Copying Files Between Different Unit
IDs
Deleting a Directory
1 Open the File >Configure >Unit ID Copy menu
1 Open the File >Configure >Directory menu (7171). (7172).

2 In the device selection area, select the target device for 2 Press the region selection area at the top right of the
operation (see page 395). screen and select a category.
For categories you do not want to copy, press the
3 Select a directory.
corresponding button, turning it off.
You can collectively select all categories using [ALL],
4 Press [Delete].
switcher-related categories using [SWR ALL], and
DME-related categories using [DME ALL]
5 Check the message, then press [Yes].
3 Press [OK].

4 Select the target device for operation (see page 395).

In the device selection area in the list on the left, select
the copy source device, then specify a directory.
In the device selection area in the list on the right,
select the copy destination device, then specify a
directory.

5 Select the copy source and copy destination unit IDs.

6 Press [t Copy].

7 Check the message, then press [Yes].

Copying Files Between Different

Group IDs
Open the File >Configure >Group ID Copy menu (7173),
and use the same procedure as for copying between unit
IDs.

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For details, see “Copying Files Between Different Unit
IDs” (page 403).
Saving Files Loaded by
Autoload
If you save effect setting data, frame memory image files,
and so on in the PWON_LD directory on the local drive,
then when the system is powered on this data is loaded
automatically. This is known as the autoload function.
To save the data to be loaded by the autoload function, use
the menu for operations on individual files.

For details about the data loaded by the autoload function,

see “Saving data loaded by autoload” (page 393).

For details about autoload settings, see “Setting

Automatic Loading of Register Data at Power On
(Autoload Function)” (page 414).

This section describes saving snapshot data as an example.

1 Open the File >Snapshot >Snapshot menu (7131).

2 In the device selection area in the list on the left, select

[Register].

3 In the device selection area on the right, select [Local

Drive].
Be sure to select [Local Drive] as the save destination.

4 Select the [PWON_LD] directory.

The PWON_LD directory is automatically created
when [Power On File Load] is enabled in the
Engineering Setup >System >Start Up menu (7314). If
disabled, the directory does not appear.

5 Select the register to save and the destination file in

which to save it.
You can select more than one register.
To select all registers, press [ALL].

6 Press [t Save].
The data from the selected registers is saved.
If the specified destination already contains data, a
confirmation message appears. Select [Yes] to
overwrite the existing data.

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 System Setup

About system setup DME

Chapter 18 Unit ID
This configures the setup for the whole system. DME4 for 1st switcher (Ch7/8) 4
Here, the “whole system” refers to all devices connected
on the switcher system LAN. Notes
• When the signal format is 1080P, the MKS-7470X is
Unit ID settings always DME1 (unit ID: 1), supporting four channels.
When there are two switchers and connected DME units And the MVE-8000A is DME3 (unit ID: 3) or DME4
on the same network, it is necessary to set the unit ID on (unit ID: 4).
each device, as follows. • When DME3 and DME4 are connected, the maximum
number of control panels that can be connected is two.
Switcher Unit ID When DME3 and DME4 are not connected, the
1st switcher 1 maximum number of control panels that can be
2nd switcher 2 connected can be changed to four (see page 421).
• The signal format for the 2nd switcher cannot be
changed to 1080P.
DME Unit ID
DME1 for 1st switcher (Ch1 to Ch4) 1
DME2 for 1st switcher (Ch5 to Ch8) 2
DME1 for 2nd switcher (Ch1 to Ch4) 3
DME2 for 2nd switcher (Ch5 to Ch8) 4
Menu panel unit IDs are set in the Engineering Setup
>System menu (see page 406).
For details about unit IDs of devices other than the control
panel, refer to the installation manual for each device.

Note
The unit ID for the MKS-7470X/7471X becomes DME1
or DME3.
• DME1 (unit ID: 1) when connected to the 1st switcher
(unit ID: 1).
• DME3 (unit ID: 3) when connected to the 2nd switcher
(unit ID: 2).
When the signal format is 1080P
You can connect up to four MVE-8000A units to the 1st
switcher. The unit IDs for these DMEs are assigned as
follows.

DME Unit ID
DME1 for 1st switcher (Ch1/2) 1
DME2 for 1st switcher (Ch3/4) 2
DME3 for 1st switcher (Ch5/6) 3

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 1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Network Config
Settings Relating to the menu (7311), press [NFS Server].

Network 2 Enter the server address using the keyboard window,

then press [Enter].
The NFS server address is displayed in the “NFS
Devices connected to the switcher system LAN are Server Address” field.
automatically authenticated and listed on the display.
3 To register the setting as a power-ON default, press
[Define].
Setting the Group ID and Unit ID of
the Menu Panel 4 Check the message, then press [Yes].

1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Network Config Enabling the NFS server
menu (7311), press [Group ID]. In the Engineering Setup >System >Network Config menu
(7311), press [NFS Mount], turning it on.
2 Enter the group ID number (1 to 8) using the numeric The configured NFS server is mounted, ready for use.
keypad, then press [Enter].
Note
3 Perform the following operations.
Resetting the menu panel will disable the NFS server.
To set the group ID only: Check the message, then To use an NFS server after resetting the menu panel,
press [Yes] to exit the settings. enable the server again.
To set the unit ID: Check the message, then press
[No] and proceed to step 4.

4 Press [Unit ID].

5 Enter the unit ID number (1 to 4) using the numeric

keypad, then press [Enter].

6 Check the message, then press [Yes].

Authenticating IP Addresses
Automatically
1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Network Config
menu (7311), press [Auto Config].

2 Check the message, then press [Yes].

Devices that support connection with the same group
ID within the network are detected and displayed in
list view.

3 To register the list of detected devices as the setting

values at power-on, press [Define].

4 Check the message, then press [Yes].

Configuring the NFS Server

Set the address of the NFS server to use.

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 If there are two switchers on the same network: In
Settings Relating to the <1st Switcher> group and <2nd Switcher>
group, select the switchers to operate.
System Configuration When the operation mode is set to [Dual Simul],
the status of the switcher set in the <1st Switcher>
group appears on the control panel.
Note 3 To set the selected control panel as the tally control
After changing settings, always press [Execute] to save the master panel, press [Tally Master], turning it on.
new values.
If there are multiple panels and switchers, the control
If you want to cancel the setting changes without saving
panel on which [Tally Master] is enabled performs
them, press [Clear].
tally control for the whole system.

Notes
Selecting the Operation Mode
• When there are multiple control panels, make sure
In the <Operation Mode> group of the Engineering Setup that one of them has [Tally Master] enabled. If the
>System >System Config menu (7312), select one of the master panel is changed, be sure to copy and save the
following. setup tally (TLY) and router (RTR) data in the File
Single Proc mode: The control panel controls a single menu, and make the same settings on another panel.
switcher and DMEs. • If the master panel tally data is loaded into a panel
Dual Simul mode: The control panel controls two with a different unit ID, then [Tally Master] is
switchers and DMEs simultaneously. This allows disabled.
operation to continue on one switcher if the other switcher
cannot communicate due to device failure or other cause. To select the lighting mode of the switcher bus
selection buttons on the remote panel
When switching buses with the MKS-8080/8082 AUX
Note
Bus Remote Panel or other remote panel connected via S-
When the signal format is 1080P, Dual Simul mode cannot Bus data link, you can select the lighting mode of the bus
be selected. selection buttons.
In the <S-Bus Remote Sw’er Status> group of the
Engineering Setup >System >System Config >Panel
Selecting the target system to set for Dual Assign menu (7312.1), select one of the following.
Simul mode Mode1: Buttons whose selection is inhibited do not light
In Dual Simul mode, the target system must be selected in even when pressed. For other buttons, the response
order to configure the two switchers and connected DMEs. time between pressing a button and the button turning
In the <Setup Target> group of the Engineering Setup on is longer than [Mode2].
>System >System Config menu (7312), select [System1] Mode2: The response time between pressing a button and
or [System2]. You can also select both systems and the button turning on is short. However, buttons whose
configure them simultaneously. selection is inhibited may turn on momentarily when
pressed.

Specifying the Switcher Controlled Notes

by the Control Panel • Make sure that [Tally Master] is enabled.

• When simple connection is used between the center
1 In the Engineering Setup >System >System Config control panel and remote panel (see page 550), this
menu (7312), press [Panel Assign]. setting is disabled.

The Panel Assign menu (7312.1) appears.

Specifying the DME to Connect to
2 Specify the switcher to control from the selected
control panel. the Switcher
If there is only one switcher on the network: In the 1 In the Engineering Setup >System >System Config
<1st Switcher> group, select [SWR1] or [SWR2]. menu (7312), press [Switcher Assign].
In the <2nd Switcher> group, disable both
[SWR1] and [SWR2]. The Switcher Assign menu (7312.2) appears.

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2 Select the target switcher to set.

3 Specify a DME.
Settings Relating to
When selecting a DME on SWR1: To use the 1st Signal Formats
DME, select [DME1] in the <DME> group. To
use the 2nd DME, select [DME2] in the <DME>
group. Notes
When selecting a DME on SWR2: To use the 1st
• After changing signal format settings, always press
DME, select [DME3] in the <DME> group. To
[Execute] (or [FC Format Execute] after changing the
use the 2nd DME, select [DME4] in the <DME>
format converter signal format) to save the settings.
group.
If you want to cancel the setting changes without saving
them, press [Clear].
Note • When you press [Execute], some data is lost (such as
When using the MKS-7470X/7471X, select [DME1] or frame memory images). If [FC Format Execute] is
[DME3]. pressed, the data is not lost.

When the signal format is 1080P Restrictions on signal formats and re-entry
You can connect up to four MVE-8000A units for SWR1. Re-entry restrictions for an M/E on which a selected signal
When selecting a DME on SWR1, the following format can be used depend on whether or not the color
combinations are available, depending on the number of corrector is used.
DMEs connected.
One DME: DME1 For details, see “Restrictions on color corrector and M/E
Two DMEs: DME1, DME2 combinations” (page 200).
Three DMEs: DME1, DME2, DME3
Four DMEs: DME1, DME2, DME3, DME4
On the MVS-7000X, when using both the MKS-7470X/ Setting the Signal Format
7471X and MVE-8000A units, the MKS-7470X/7471X
becomes DME1 and the following combinations are Specify the signal format to be handled by each device.
available for the MVE-8000A units. The combinations of signal formats that can be selected are
One MVE-8000A unit: DME3 as follows.
Two MVE-8000A units: DME3, DME4
System Field frequency Number of effective
scan lines
Depending on the DME combination, press [DME1] (1st
DME), [DME2] (2nd DME), [DME3] (3rd DME), or HD system 50 1080i
[DME4] (4th DME), turning it on. 59.94
On SWR2, the signal format cannot be changed to 1080P. 50 1080P
59.94
23.98 1080PsF
Enabling the FM Data Port of the
24
Switcher 25
When the FM data port is enabled, frame memory data can 29.97
be transferred quickly between the switcher and the control 50 720P
panels. 59.94
SD system 59.94 480i
1 In the Engineering Setup >System >System Config
menu (7312), press [Switcher Assign]. 50 576i

The Switcher Assign menu (7312.2) appears. Note

2 Select the target switcher to set. When the MVS-8000X is used with 1080P signal format
or the MVS-7000X is used with multiple formats, software
If there is only one switcher on the network, make the options are required (see page 416).
setting only for SWR1 (1st switcher).
1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Format menu
3 Press [FM Data Port Enbl], turning it on. (7313), select the target device to set.

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2 Press [Signal Format]. 3 Select the target data to set.
A pop-up window appears. For each group, four outputs are selected together.

4 In the <AUX Signal Format> group, press

[59.94Hz(2x)].
To pass 59.94 (2x) signals through the AUX bus,
select [59.94Hz] or [29.97Hz].

5 Press [Execute].

6 Check the message, then press [Yes].

Notes
• Even if you press [Execute], the memory is not
3 Press the button for the signal format to set. initialized, so frame memory images and other data is
not lost.
• It is not possible to select a 59.94 (2x) format signal as
Enabling Passage of 59.94 (2x) output to a sub screen in the multi viewer.
Format Signals on an AUX Bus • If you assign 59.94 (2x) to any of the following outputs,
the corresponding format converter dedicated output is
When the signal format is 1080i/59.94 or 1080PsF/29.97, disabled.
passage of other format (59.94 (2x)) signals is enabled on Output 1, Output 2, Output 25, Output 26
the AUX bus only.
You can output signals from a connector for which any of
the following is assigned. Switching the Input Reference
Preset, Edit Preview, AUX1 to 48
Signal for HD System
Note
Note
To enable this function requires BZS-8560X (for the
MVS-8000X) or BZS-7560X (for the MVS-7000X) The input reference signal for the MKS-7470X/7471X is
Switcher Upgrade Software. common to the switchers.

1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Format menu 1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Format menu
(7313), press [Signal Format], and select [1080i/ (7313), select the target device to set.
59.94] or [1080PsF/29.97].
2 In the <Ref Input Format> group, select one of the
2 Press [AUX Signal Format]. following.

The AUX Signal Format menu (7313.5) appears. Tri Sync: Tri-level sync for an HD system
BB: Black burst or sync

The following table shows the relationship between signal

format and the supported input reference signal frequency.

Signal format Input reference signal

Tri Sync BB
1080PsF/29.97 59.94 Black Burst 59.94 Sync 59.94
1080P/59.94
1080i/59.94
1080PsF/25 50 Black Burst 50 Sync 50
1080P/50
1080i/50
1080PsF/24 48 –
1080PsF/23.98 47.952 Black Burst 59.94 a) Sync 59.94 a)

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Signal format Input reference signal the reference signal.
When the signal format is 720P or 1080P, input signals
Tri Sync BB
converted by the format converter are delayed by two
720P/59.94 59.94 Black Burst 59.94 Sync 59.94 frames with respect to the reference signal. Output
720P/50 – Black Burst 50 Sync 50 signals are not synchronized to the reference signal.
• When the signal format is 720P/59.94, 720P/50, 1080i/
a) Interlock mode. Cannot be set on the control panel. 59.94, 1080i/50, 1080PsF/25, or 1080PsF/29.97 and the
input reference signal is set to [Tri Sync], the format
converter cannot be used.
Setting Conversion Formats (Format
Converter) Frame delay function
When the signal format is 720P, 1080i, or 1080P, you can
Installing the MKS-8450X Format Converter Board in the
set the delay of unconverted input signals. The amount of
MVS-8000X/7000X enables signal video format
delay that can be configured is given below.
conversions.
• 1080i: Up to 8 frames in 1-frame units
You can also delay input signals using the frame delay
• 720P or 1080P: Up to 16 frames in 2-frame units
function or sync input signals using the frame
synchronizer.
For details about delay settings, see “Setting the Frame
Delay Function” (page 458).
The number of input signals that can undergo format
conversion is given below.
• When the signal format is 1080P: Note
Up to eight on the MVS-8000X (or up to four if only one Use an input signal synchronized to the reference signal to
MKS-8450X board is installed) and up to four on the obtain the same delay as that configured.
MVS-7000X.
• When the signal format is other than 1080P:
Up to 16 on the MVS-8000X (or up to eight if only one Frame synchronizer
MKS-8450X board is installed) and up to eight on the You can synchronize input signals using the frame
MVS-7000X. converter.
The number of output signals that can undergo format The following two methods are available.
conversion is up to four (or up to two when no MKS-
8160X board is installed). Using an up-converter
When the signal format is 720P or 1080P, input signals can
Notes
be synchronized by the up-converter.
When synchronizing, set to a frame synchronizer
• On the MVS-7000X, format conversion must be supported format ([480i/59.94 (with FS)], [576i/50 (with
assigned to primary inputs in advance. FS)]).
For details, see “Selecting the Primary Input to use as
the Format Converter” (page 458). Notes
• For details about the switcher board configuration
required for using the format converter when the signal • You can synchronize the input signal to the reference
format is 1080P, contact your Sony service or sales signal within a range of ±0.5 frames with respect to the
representative. reference signal.
• If a frame synchronizer is used, the up-converter
introduces the following delay.
About the format converter - 1080i: 2 frames with respect to the reference signal
The following format conversion are supported. - 720P: 1.5 frames, 2 frames, or 2.5 frames (3 frames, 4
• Up-converter: SD (4:3) to HD (16:9) frames, or 5 frames in 720P signal format) with respect
• Down-converter: HD (16:9) to SD (4:3) to the reference signal
• Cross-converter: HD (720P) to HD (1080i), or HD
(1080i) to HD (720P) Using the frame delay function
• IP converter: HD (1080i) to HD (1080P) When the signal format is 720P, 1080i, or 1080P, you can
• PI converter: HD (1080P) to HD (1080i) use the frame delay function as a frame synchronizer by
setting the frame delay value to 1.
Notes
• Input signals, converted by the format converter, and
output signals are delayed by one frame with respect to

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 sync to the format converter output signal without using an external
Notes reference signal.
• You can synchronize the input signal to the reference
signal within a range of ±0.5 frames with respect to the Setting the conversion format
reference signal.
• The frame synchronizer introduces the following delay. 1 Open the Engineering Setup >System >Format menu
- 1080i: 1 frame with respect to the reference signal (7313).
- 720P: 0.5 frames, 1 frame, or 1.5 frames (1 frame, 2
frames, or 3 frames in 720P signal format) with respect
to the reference signal Current settings of format converter
- 1080P: 1 frame (2 frames in 1080P signal format) with
respect to the reference signal

Supported conversion format

combinations
The combinations of switcher signal formats and
supported format converter formats are as follows.

Note
When the signal format is 1080PsF/23.98 or 1080PsF/24,
the format converter cannot be used.

Switcher Signal formats supported by format

signal converter
format
Inputs a) b) Outputs
FC Input 1 to 4 / FC Output 1, 2 / 3, 4 2 Press [Format Converter].
5 to 8 / 9 to 12 / 13 to
16 The Format Converter menu (7313.4) appears.
480i/59.94 720P/59.94 720P/59.94
1080i/59.94 1080i/59.94
1080PsF/29.97 1080PsF/29.97
576i/50 720P/50 720P/50
1080i/50 1080i/50
1080PsF/25 1080PsF/25
720P/50 576i/50 576i/50 c)
576i/50 (with FS) 1080i/50 c)
1080i/50
720P/59.94 480i/59.94 480i/59.94 c)
480i/59.94 (with FS) 1080i/59.94 c)
1080i/59.94
1080i/50 576i/50 576i/50
576i/50 (with FS) 720P/50
720P/50
1080i/59.94 480i/59.94 480i/59.94 3 To set the conversion format for SWR1 FC Input 1 to
480i/59.94 (with FS) 720P/59.94 4, press [Input 1-4 Format] in the <SWR1 FC Input>
720P/59.94
group.
1080PsF/25 576i/50 576i/50
1080PsF/ 480i/59.94 480i/59.94 4 Select the input signal format in the pop-up window.
29.97
1080P/50 1080i/50 1080i/50 c) 5 Refer to steps 3 and 4 to select the input signal format
1080P/59.94 1080i/59.94 1080i/59.94 c) for [Input 5-8 Format], [Input 9-12 Format], and [Input
13-16 Format].
a) FC Input 9 to 12 and FC Input 13 to 16: MVS-8000X only
b) When the switcher signal format is 1080P, the supported inputs are FC
Input 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, and 15 only (9, 11, 13, and 15 on the MVS-
6 To set conversion format for SWR1 FC Output 1 and
8000X only). 2, press [Output 1-2 Format] in the <SWR1 FC
c) Output signals converted from 720P or 1080P are not synchronized to the Output> group.
reference signal. On the destination device, use an operation mode that can

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7 Select the output signal format in the pop-up window. Input signal formats can be configured for each group of
four inputs (FC Input 1 to 4, 5 to 8, 9 to 12, 13 to 16), but
8 Refer to steps 6 and 7 to select the output signal format only FC Input 1, 5, 9, and 13 can be up-converted to 4K
for [Output 3-4 Format]. format.
After 4K format conversion, the output is subdivided into
9 Configure settings for SWR2 in the same way as four HD images.
required.
Notes
To use the frame delay function
In step 4, press [Frame Delay] in the pop-up window. • Only input video signals that are synchronized to a
The same format as the switcher signal format is displayed reference signal can be converted.
for the input signal. • When up-converting, a 3-field delay (3 frames at 1080P)
When using the frame delay function as a frame occurs relative to the reference signal.
synchronizer, set the delay setting of the frame delay • The signal division method (square division or 2-sample
function to 1. interleave division) after conversion for a 4K system is
determined by the setting in the Engineering Setup
>System >Format menu (7313). For non-4K systems,
Setting Conversion Formats (4K Up- square division method is applied.
Converter)
Setting the input signal format
This sets the signal format of inputs of the up-converter.
About the 4K up-converter
Conversion from HD format to 4K format is supported by Note
installing the MKS-8460X 4K format converter board.
On the MVS-7000X, the primary input used by the up-
Notes
converter must be selected in advance.
In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input >FC Input
• Dual up-converters are supported using one MKS- Select menu (7332.3), set the FC Input 1 and FC Input 5
8460X board. input signals.
• Up to two MKS-8460X boards can be installed in the
MVS-8000X, and only one can be installed in the MVS- For details, see “Selecting the Primary Input to use as the
7000X. Format Converter” (page 458).
• On the MVS-8000X, both an MKS-8460X board and an
MKS-8450X format converter board can be installed, 1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Format menu
but only the MKS-8460X can be used as an up- (7313), press [Format Converter].
converter.
• Enabled only when the switcher signal format is set to The Format Converter menu (7313.4) appears.
1080P.
2 In the <SWR1 FC Input> group, press [Input 1-4
Format].
Supported formats
The supported conversion formats are given below. 3 Select the input signal format in the pop-up window.

Switcher
signal
Inputs 4K format after
FC Input 1 to 4 / 5 to 8 conversion
4 Refer to steps 2 and 3 to select the input signal format
for [Input 5-8 Format], [Input 9-12 Format], and [Input
format / 9 to 12 / 13 to 16 a)
13-16 Format].
1080P/50 720P/50 2160P/50 b)
1080i/50
1080P/50
1080P/59.94 720P/59.94 2160P/59.94 b) Switching the Screen Aspect Ratio
1080i/59.94
1080P/59.94 You can switch the screen aspect ratio between 16:9 and
4:3.
a) When only one MKS-8460X is used on the MVS-8000X, either FC Input
1 to 4 / 5 to 8 or FC Input 9 to 12 / 13 to 16 are enabled, depending on the
installation slot. Setting the screen aspect ratio
On the MVS-7000X, only FC Input 1 to 4 / 5 to 8 are enabled.
b) Active area is 3840×2160.
1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Format menu
(7313), press [Aspect].

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 The Aspect menu (7313.1) appears.

2 In the <Screen Aspect> group, select one of the

Power-On (Startup) State
following. Selection
16:9: Set the screen aspect ratio to 16:9.
4:3: Set the screen aspect ratio to 4:3.
Independ: Set the screen aspect ratio separately for This sets the initial state of each device when the system is
M/E, P/P, and User on the switcher, and for each powered on.
channel on the DME. Select Resume mode or Custom mode for each device.
Resume mode
3 When [Independ] is selected in step 2, select one of the This resumes operation with the state in force when the
following. power was last turned off. This setting is only available for
Switcher Aspect: Set the aspect ratio for the switcher. the switcher and control panel.
DME Aspect: Set the aspect ratio for the DME. Custom mode
This mode uses settings saved in non-volatile memory or
4 Perform the following operations, according to the ROM within each device.
selection in step 3. You can set Setup mode and Initial Status mode settings
When [Switcher Aspect] is selected: In each of the separately.
<M/E-1>, <M/E-2>, <M/E-3>, <M/E-4>, <P/P>, • Setup mode: Set one of the following setup states to use
and <User> groups of the Switcher Aspect menu after powering on.
(7313.2), select [16:9] or [4:3]. User: Start up using the user data previously saved with
When [DME Aspect] is selected: In each of the [Setup Define].
<CH1> to <CH4> groups of the DME Aspect Factory: Start up with the factory default settings.
menu (7313.3), select [16:9] or [4:3]. • Initial Status mode: Set one of the following states of
each device after powering on (excludes Setup mode
5 Press [Aspect Execute]. settings).
User: Start up using the user data previously saved with
6 Check the message, then press [Yes]. [Initial Status Define].
Factory: Start up with the factory default settings.

For details, see “Saving and Recalling Setup Data”

(page 414).

Autoload function
This function automatically loads preset register data or
frame memory image data when powering on. The data to
load is configured in the File menu.

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Saving and Recalling Setup Data Note
[Resume] is enabled only when a switcher or control
panel is selected.
Local drive / removable drive
User setup data 3 When [Custom] is selected, in the <Setup> group or
<Initial Status> group, select one of the following.
User: Set user-defined settings for the Setup or Initial
Load Save
Status settings.
File menu: File menu: Factory: Set factory default settings for the Setup or
[Load] [Save] Initial Status settings.
RAM
Current setup data 4 Press [Execute].
(If in Resume mode, settings data is saved.)
5 Check the message, then press [Yes].

Save Initialize

Setup In Custom mode,

power on or reset
Saving User-Defined Settings
menu: Setup
[Setup menu:
Define] [All Clear] 1 Open the Engineering Setup >System >Start Up menu
ROM
(7314).
Non-volatile memory

User setup data Factory default setup data 2 Select the target device to set, and perform the
following operation.
• To save Setup settings, press [Setup Define].
Updating the switcher or control panel setup data saves the • To save Initial Status settings, press [Init Status
updated setup data in RAM in each device. Define].
• In Resume mode (see page 413), even if devices are
reset or powered off, the data is preserved in RAM, and 3 Check the message, then press [Yes].
recalled when the power is turned back on.
For details about settings that are saved, see “Data Saved
Note by [Setup Define] and [Initial Status Define]” (page 562).
On DMEs, Resume mode cannot be used.
• In Custom mode (see page 413), the user-defined Setting Automatic Loading of
settings (user setup data) saved in non-volatile memory
or factory default setup data held in ROM in each device Register Data at Power On (Autoload
is recalled when a reset occurs or power is turned back Function)
on.
You can set the system to load preset data at startup.
The setup data in RAM can also be saved to the local drive In the Engineering Setup >System >Start Up menu (7314),
or removable drive on the menu panel. press [Power On File Load], turning it on.
When the autoload function is enabled, a directory
“PWON_LD” appears in the File menu.
Selecting the Startup State For details about saving data to load, see “Saving Files
Loaded by Autoload” (page 404).
1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Start Up menu
(7314), select the target device to set.

2 In the <Start Up Mode> group, select the mode.

Resume: Resume mode (see page 413)
Custom: Custom mode (see page 413)

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Reset and Initialization Settings Relating to
Installation and Devices
You can reset or initialize memory on each device.
• Reset: Reset to power-on state.
• All Clear: Clear the memory, and reset to factory default You can install software and firmware for devices
state. The Network Config, System Config, Format, and connected to the LAN.
Start Up settings are set using data stored in non-volatile
memory, and the system automatically starts up. It is not Note
necessary to reset the Date/Time settings.
The MKS-7470X/7471X software is included in the MVS-
For details, see “Saving and Recalling Setup Data” 7000X software.
(page 414).

Displaying Installation Detail

Resetting devices and initializing memory
Information
Note
In the Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit Config
When the MVS-7000X is reset, the MKS-7470X/7471X is menu (7316), press [Detail Information].
also reset at the same time. The Detail Information menu (7316.1) appears, displaying
detailed information about the software and firmware
1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Initialize menu installed in the currently selected device.
(7315), select the target device to operate.
Note
2 In the <Initialize> group, select one of the following.
When the MKS-7470X/7471X is selected, the Detail
Reset: Reset the device. Information menu cannot be displayed.
All Clear: Initialize memory.

3 Press [Execute]. Installing Software

4 Check the message, then press [Yes].
1 Connect a removable drive containing software to
install to the DEVICE connector of the menu panel.

2 In the Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit

Config menu (7316), press [Install].
The Install menu (7316.10) appears.
The following content is displayed in the status area.
Upper list: For each connected device, this shows the
device name, current software version (Current),
and the latest version that can be installed (Install,
Title).
OK: Installation already completed.
On: Ready for installation, but not completed.
Error: An error occurred during installation.
Cancel: Installation canceled.
Lower list: For the device selected in the upper list,
this shows an automatically determined list of
software that can be installed on the particular
device. Also, software that is a candidate for
installation in the upper list is marked in the lower
list with a mark.

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3 To change the candidates for installation, select the BZS-8560X Switcher Upgrade Software
target device in the upper list, and select the software
BZDM-8560 b) DME Upgrade Software
to install in the lower list.
BZS-8570X 4K Upgrade Software
If you are satisfied with the installation candidates in
the upper list, skip to step 5. a) This can be used only on the MVE-9000.
b) This can be used only on the MVE-8000A.

Note On the MVS-7000X

When the MKS-7470X/7471X is selected, no software BZS-7500X a) Switcher Upgrade Software
is displayed in the lower list.
BZS-7510X
To display all related software BZS-7520X b)
Press [Display All Software], turning it on. BZS-7530X c)
All related software for the selected device appears,
BZS-7540X d) DME Upgrade Software
not just the automatically determined software.
e)
BZS-7541X
4 Press [Set]. BZS-7561X

The selection is reflected in the “Install” field and BZDM-8560 f)

“Title” field in the upper list. BZDM-9050 g) Texture Lighting Software
BZS-7200X Multi Program 2 Software
5 Press [Install]. BZS-7420X Color Corrector Software
“On” appears in the “Install” field to indicate it is cued BZS-7560X Switcher Upgrade Software
for installation. To cancel this installation setting, BZS-7570X 4K Upgrade Software
press [Install] again, making the field blank.
a) License common to the MVS-7000X and the MKS-7470X/7471X.
6 Repeat steps 3 to 5 to confirm all software to be b) License required to support multiple signal formats when two or more
MKS-7210X boards are used.
installed. c) License required to support multiple signal formats when three MKS-
7210X boards are used.
7 Press [Execute]. d) License required to support multiple signal formats on the MKS-7470X.
e) License required to support multiple signal formats on the MKS-7471X.
f) This can be used only on the MVE-8000A.
8 Check the message, then press [Yes]. g) This can be used only on the MVE-9000.

The installation starts. To display the unique device ID

When completed successfully, “OK” appears in the In the Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit Config
“Install” field. menu (7316), select the target device to operate, and press
[License] to open the License menu (7316.6).

Configuring Settings to Use the

Software
An install key must be entered to enable the software in
order to use the following software options (entry of the
install key is not required if the software is installed at the
factory).
For details about entering the install key, contact your
Sony representative.
To obtain a key, you may be required to submit the unique
device ID of the switcher you are using.
You can check the unique device ID in the Engineering
Setup >System >Install/Unit Config menu (7316).
On the MVS-8000X

BZDM-9050 a) Texture Lighting Software

BZS-8200X Multi Program 2 Software
BZS-8420X Color Corrector Software

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 After restarting, the licensed software is now available
Device name for use.
Unique device ID To cancel the license registration to disable
functions
Select the software (“Active” displayed in the “Condition”
field) whose license you want to cancel in the License
menu (7316.6), then press [Deactivate License] in the
License Management menu (7316.7).

Adding User Texture Patterns

You can add user created texture patterns to the texture
patterns that can be selected as an image surface effect
using the spotlighting function.

Note
This function is not supported on the MVE-8000A.
Software license state

List of software option numbers For details about spotlighting and texture patterns, see
and product names “Spotlighting Settings” (page 280).

The procedure for adding a texture pattern is as follows.

Entering the install key Prepare a texture file (page 417)

1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit m

Config menu (7316), select the target device to Create a texture package (page 419)
operate. m
Install the texture package (page 420)
2 Press [License].
The License menu (7316.6) appears. Preparing a texture file
Create a texture file meeting the following conditions, and
3 Select the software for which you want to obtain a save it on a removable drive.
license (“Condition” field is blank). File format: Windows bitmap (extension: bmp, 24-bit
RGB)
4 Press [License Management]. File name: Alphanumeric (maximum 8 characters) +
The License Management menu (7316.7) appears. extension (bmp)
Example: wood_01.bmp
5 Press [Activate License]. Image size (horizontal × vertical): 128×128 to
1024×1024 pixels
6 Enter the 16-character install key you have been given The maximum number of texture files that can be handled
in the keyboard window, and press [Enter]. by the system is related to the image size of the texture
files, as shown in the following table (when all images are
7 Press [OK]. the same size).

“Active” appears in the “Condition” field. Maximum number of texture files

handled
8 Restart the device using one of the following methods. Size (horizontal) 128 256 512 1024
Size (vertical) pixels pixels pixels pixels
• In the Engineering Setup >System >Initialize menu 128 pixels 64 32 16 8
(7315), select the device (one only) with registered
256 pixels 32 16 8 4
license, press [Reset] in the <Initialize> group, and
then press [Execute]. 512 pixels 16 8 4 2
• Turn the power off and then on again. 1024 pixels 8 4 2 1

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Notes
a The rest of the capacity
• Different image sizes can be mixed, but this will affect
the total number of texture files that can be handled b Texture number list
according to the combined file size. c Texture file list
• The number of texture files that can be handled may be
reduced, depending on the way in which they are stored d Directory
selection button
in memory.
• For a texture file with an image size outside the
specification, the minimum enclosing image size is
applied (see table above), and the region below and to
the right is filled with black.
Example: a 300×200 pixel texture file is treated as
512×256 pixels.

h Make Package
button

g Delete button

f Select button

e Grid display of memory capacity

Texture Package menu
To create user texture patterns, use the Texture Package
menu.
a The rest of the capacity (available memory space)
Displays the available memory space in units of
128×128 pixels (maximum of 64 units).

b Texture number list

Displays a list of the texture numbers (101 to 164)
registered in the texture package.
The “Capacity” field shows the file size in units of
128×128 pixels (up to 64 units of texture files can be
registered).

c Texture file list

Displays a list of the texture files stored on the removable
drive.
If a texture file is stored in a directory, press the directory
selection button and select the directory in the pop-up
window to show a list of files.
The “Capacity” field shows the file size in units of
128×128 pixels.

d Directory selection button

Pressing this button displays a pop-up window where you
can select a directory on the removable drive.

e Grid display of memory capacity

Displays a grid of how the texture files are stored in
memory.

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An 8×8 grid of 64 cells, where each cell represents 1 unit The grid display of memory capacity shows the
of 128×128 pixels. location where the texture files are stored in memory
The grid displays the location where the texture files are using bold frames. The grid portion for the texture file
stored in memory using bold frames. The grid for the selected in the texture number list is shown in amber.
texture file selected in the texture number list is shown in
amber. 8 Repeat steps 5 to 7 to assign all of the texture files to
texture packages.
f Select button
Pressing this button assigns the texture file selected in the Notes
texture file list to the number selected in the texture
number list. • If you assign a texture file that is already in the
texture number list to a different texture number,
g Delete button then the previous assignment is deleted. It is not
Pressing this button deletes the texture file assigned to the possible to assign the same texture file to two or
number in the texture number list. more different texture numbers.
• In the following cases, texture file assignment is not
h Make Package button possible.
Pressing this button creates a texture package. - If there is no available memory space (“The rest
of the capacity: 0” appears)
- If the selected texture file is too large to fit in the
Creating a texture package available memory space
To use a user-prepared texture pattern with the spotlighting
function, it is necessary to convert the texture files to To delete a texture file assignment
vector files for bump mapping. This operation is referred Select the texture file you want to delete in the texture
to as “texture package creation.” number list, and press [Delete] in the <Texture
Pattern> group.
1 Connect a removable drive containing software to
9 Press [Make Package].
install to the DEVICE connector of the menu panel.

2 Open the Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit 10 Check the message, then press [OK].
Config menu (7316). The texture package is created in the same location
where the texture file is stored on the removable drive
3 Select a DME for which the spotlighting license is (extension: zsp, file name generated automatically).
valid.
Notes
Note
• If you remove the removable drive on which the
The MKS-7470X/7471X does not require license texture file is stored, it is not possible to create the
registration. texture package.
• If a texture package is already present on the
4 Press [Texture Package]. removable drive, it is overwritten by a new texture
The Texture Package menu (7316.9) appears. package.
• If you carry out steps 9 and 10 without assigning a
single texture file, it is not possible to create a texture
Note package.
If you select a device for which the spotlighting license • If there is insufficient space on the removable drive
is not enabled, then [Texture Package] is not enabled. to store the texture package, an error message
appears, and the process is aborted. If this happens,
5 In the texture number list, select the number you want delete unwanted files from the removable drive
to register in the texture package. using your computer, so that there is enough free
space on the removable drive, and repeat the
6 Select a texture file in the texture file list. process. As a guide, the space required is
approximately equal to the total number of bytes of
7 In the <Texture Pattern> group, press [Select]. the texture files assigned in steps 5 to 8.

The texture file selected in step 6 is assigned to the

number selected in step 5 and displayed in the texture
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Installing a texture package
Registering a Frame Memory Clip
1 Connect a removable drive containing software to with Ancillary Data
install to the DEVICE connector of the menu panel.
Note
2 Open the Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit
Config menu (7316). When the signal format is 1080P, this function cannot be
used.
3 Press [Install].
1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit
The Install menu (7316.10) appears. Config menu (7316), select SWR1 or SWR2 and press
The following content is displayed in the status area. [Unit Config].
Upper list: For each connected device, this shows the
device name, current software version (Current), The Unit Config menu (7316.8) appears.
and the information about the texture package that
can be installed (Install, Title). 2 Press [FM Ancillary] to set whether to enable (On) or
OK: Installation already completed. disable (Off).
On: Ready for installation, but not completed.
When enabled, the frame memory clip is saved with
Error: An error occurred during installation.
ancillary data.
Cancel: Installation canceled.
Lower list: For the device selected in the upper list,
this shows an automatically determined list of Note
software that can be installed on the particular Switching between enable and disable initializes all
device. Also, software that is a candidate for frame memory data. Always make a backup of all
installation in the upper list is marked in the lower required data before switching.
list with a mark.
3 Press [Execute].
4 Select a DME for which the spotlighting license is
valid in the upper list. 4 Check the message, then press [Yes].
5 Press [Display All Software], turning it on.
The lower list shows the texture packages. Setting the DME Input/Output Signal
Format
6 Select the texture package you want to install.

Note
7 Press [Set].
This setting is enabled only when the system signal format
The selection is reflected in the “Install” field and is set to 1080P.
“Title” field in the upper list.
1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit
8 Press [Install]. Config menu (7316), select SWR1 or SWR2 and press
[Unit Config].
“On” appears in the “Install” field to indicate it is cued
for installation. To cancel this installation setting, The Unit Config menu (7316.8) appears.
press [Install] again, making the field blank.
2 In the <DME I/F Type> group, select one of the
9 Press [Execute]. following.

10 Check the message, then press [Yes]. 3G Mode: Use 3G mode (single 3G SDI signal) for
DME input/output. 1)
The installation starts. Dual Link Mode: Use dual link mode (two 1.5G SDI
When completed successfully, “OK” appears in the signals) for DME input/output. 2)
“Install” field.
1) 3G SDI: Standard defined by SMPTE 424M
2) Dual link: Standard defined by SMPTE 372M

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• When the MKS-7470X/7471X is used, this setting is

Settings Relating to
fixed to [3G Mode].
• When [Dual Link Mode] is selected, half as many
Device Management
DME units can be connected to the switcher. In this
case, the available channels are DME1 channels 1
and 2, and DME2 channels 3 and 4. Setting the Date and Time
• When [Dual Link Mode] is selected, you cannot use
a the MVE-8000A connected via an SDI interface. 1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance
menu (7317), set the following parameters.
3 Press [Execute].
Parameter group [1/2]
4 Check the message, then press [Yes].
No. Parameter Adjustment Setting
1 Hour Hour 0 to 23
Setting the Number of DMEs to 2 Min Minute 0 to 59
Connect to the Switcher 3 Sec Second 0 to 59

If a 3rd DME (DME3) and 4th DME (DME4) are not Parameter group [2/2]
connected and the signal format is 1080P, the maximum
No. Parameter Adjustment Setting
number of control panels that can be connected to the
switcher can be increased from two to four. 1 Month Month 1 to 12
To change the number of control panels that can be 2 Day Day 1 to 31
connected, it is necessary to set the number of DME units 3 Year Year 2000 to 2037
to connect to each switcher.
The specified date and time appear in the “Set” field in
the status area.
Notes
• This setting is available only when the signal format is 2 Press [Set Date/Time].
1080P.
• If the number of DMEs connected is two, the maximum This sets the current time to the date and time set in
number of control panels that can be connected is four. step 1, and changes the “Current” field in the status
If the number of DMEs connected is four, the maximum area.
number of control panels that can be connected is two.

1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit Using a Removable Drive

Config menu (7316), select SWR1 and press [Unit
Config].
Displaying removable drive information
The Unit Config menu (7316.8) appears.
1 Connect a removable drive to the DEVICE connector
2 In the <Max Number of DME> group, select the of the menu panel.
number of DMEs to connect.
2 units: Sets the maximum number of DMEs to two.
2 In the <USB Storage Device> group of the
Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance menu
4 units: Sets the maximum number of DMEs to four.
(7317), press [Refresh].
3 Press [Execute].
Initializing a removable drive
4 Check the message, then press [Yes].
Note

Format a commercially available removable drive before

using it for the first time.

1 Connect a removable drive to the DEVICE connector

of the menu panel.

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2 In the Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance 2 In the <VF Group> group, select the group containing
menu (7317), select the removable drive. the target menu to set.

3 In the <USB Storage Device> group, press [Format]. 3 Select the menu candidates for locking.

4 Check the message, then press [Yes]. To select all menus within a group, press [ALL].
You can also select a menu while it is open.
For details, see “Selecting an opened setup menu for
Setting a Removable Drive as the locking” (page 422).
Primary Device
4 Press [Lock Item Select].
This sets the removable drive as the primary device.
The selected menus become candidates for locking,
and a padlock icon (unlocked) appears in the
Note
“Lock” field.
When a removable drive is not specified as the primary
device, [Removable Drive] cannot be specified for Note
operation in the File menu. Always configure this item.
If there are already one or more locked menus,
1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance selection of lock candidates is not possible.
menu (7317), select the removable drive.
To deselect a lock candidate
Selecting a menu and press [Lock Item Select] again,
2 In the <USB Storage Device> group, press [Set
making the “Lock” field blank.
Primary].
To deselect all lock candidates by group
To set as the primary device automatically
Press [Lock Item All Clear].
In the <USB Storage Device> group, press [Auto Detect].
5 Repeat steps 2 to 4 to select all lock candidates.

Initializing the Local Drive 6 Press [Lock].

If the local drive becomes corrupted, format the drive. 7 Enter a password of up to 16 characters in the
keyboard window, and press [Enter].
1 In the <Local Drive> group of the Engineering Setup
>System >Maintenance menu (7317), press [Format]. The menus in the list of candidates are all locked. The
padlock icon changes to the locked state .
Note To release the lock
When the local drive is operating normally, [Format] When the padlock icon is locked, press [Lock] and enter
cannot be pressed. the password.

2 Check the message, then press [Yes]. Changing the lock password
3 Check the message, then press [OK]. 1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance
>Setup Operation Lock menu (7317.1), press [Change
Password].
Locking Setup Menu Settings
2 Check the message, then press [Yes].
To protect the data, you can inhibit operations in selected
Setup menus. Note that it is not possible to lock the Setup 3 Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the old
Operation Lock menu. password and new password.

1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance

Selecting an opened setup menu for
menu (7317), press [Setup Operation Lock].
locking
The Setup Operation Lock menu (7317.1) appears.
With the menu you want to lock in the open state, press
[Lock Item Select] at the lower left.

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 3 Press [Lock].
VF buttons
The selected categories become candidates for
locking. The category name display color changes to
yellow, and the “Lock” indicator is displayed in
yellow in the “Lock” field.
To deselect a lock candidate
Press [Clear] to remove the “Lock” indicator in the
“Lock” field.

4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 to select all lock candidates.

5 Press [Execute].

6 Enter a password of up to 16 characters in the

keyboard window, and press [Enter].
The categories in the list of candidates are all locked.
HF buttons The category name display color and the “Lock”
Lock Item Select button indicator color in the “Lock” field both change to
white.

[Lock Item Select] turns red, and a padlock icon appears. To release the lock
When the padlock icon is locked, press [Lock] and enter
the password.

This selection is reflected in the lock candidate list in the Changing the lock password
Setup Operation Lock menu (7317.1).
1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance
Note >File Load Lock menu (7317.2), press [Change
If there are already one or more locked menus, selection of Password].
lock candidates is not possible.
In this case, [Lock Item Select] changes as follows. 2 Check the message, then press [Yes].

3 Follow the on-screen instructions to enter the old

password and new password.
When the displayed menu is When a menu other than the
locked displayed menu is locked

To set a lock candidate, first remove the lock in the Setup

Operation Lock menu (7317.1).

Locking File Loading Operations

You can inhibit load operations for a specified file
category.

1 In the Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance

menu (7317), press [File Load Lock].
The File Load Lock menu (7317.2) appears.

2 Select the category as the candidate for locking.

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Inhibiting Operation on a Bank

19
Settings Relating to
You can inhibit operation on each of the M/E and PGM/
Control Panel PST rows.
Configuration 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config menu
(7321), select the target bank to set.

Setting the Configuration for Each 2 In the <M/E Operation> group, select one of the
following.
Bank
Enable: Enable panel display and operation of the
You can change the assignments for each bank. bank.
These settings determine whether the target cross-point Disable: Enable panel display only and disable
module is used as a cross-point control block or as an AUX operation of the bank.
bus control block. Inhibit: Disable both the panel display and operation
of the bank.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config menu
(7321), select the target bank to set. The M/E row or PGM/PST row assigned to the
selected bank is configured.
The bank selection here indicates the physical position
on the control panel. For example, if the control panel
has a 4M/E configuration, rows are referred to as 1st Note
Row, 2nd Row, 3rd Row, and 4th Row from the back When [Inhibit] is selected, snapshots on the
to the front. The bank and module dependency is corresponding bank are not recalled.
configured from the switcher control station. For
details, consult your Sony service or sales
representative.
Assigning a Single M/E to Two M/E
2 In the <M/E Assign> group, select the bank to assign. Banks
When [M/E1] to [M/E5], or [P/P] is selected, the You can assign the cross-points for the shifted state and
cross-point module for the selected bank functions as unshifted state of a single M/E bank using two consecutive
a cross-point control block (M/E row, PGM/PST row). M/E banks (dual M/E).
When [1st AUX] or [2nd AUX] is selected, the cross-
point module for the selected bank functions as an 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config menu
AUX bus control block (AUX row). (7321), select the target M/E bank to set.

Note Note
It is not possible to assign the same M/E logical bank The following bank numbers cannot be selected.
to more than one physical bank. Be sure to make • Bank numbers of rows that are unassigned.
different M/E assignments. • Bank numbers of rows that are unassigned or rows
before an AUX row.
• Bank numbers assigned for an AUX row.

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2 Press [Dual M/E Assign].
No. Parameter Adjustment
The unshifted state is assigned as cross-points on the 1 Link No Link number
M/E bank with the selected bank number, and the
2 Link Matrix Matrix number to link
shifted state is assigned as cross-points on the M/E
bank with the next consecutive bank number. 4 Press [Link Matrix Set].
The shift/unshifted assignments can be interchanged
using [Dual M/E Xpt Swap]. To release the link
Select the link to release, then press [Clear].
To return to the original assignment
Set the bank configuration (see page 424).
Defining the position of a matrix
Interchanging shifted and non-shifted Specify where in the 1024×1024 S-Bus space the link
operations for a dual M/E matrix is to be provided by setting the source and
destination start addresses.
Make settings for the matrix selected in the External Bus
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config menu
Link menu.
(7321), select the M/E banks configured for dual M/E.

2 Press [Dual M/E Xpt Swap], toggling the setting.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/
Program Button >External Bus Link menu (7321.3),
When [Dual M/E Xpt Swap] is lit: The M/E bank press [Link Matrix Adjust].
toward the front (larger bank number) is the
The Link Matrix Adjust menu (7321.4) appears.
unshifted state, and the M/E bank toward the rear
You can also select the matrix in this menu using the
is the shifted state.
[Link Matrix] parameter.
When [Dual M/E Xpt Swap] is not lit: The M/E bank
toward the rear (smaller bank number) is the
unshifted state, and the M/E bank toward the front
2 Define the position of the matrix.
is the shifted state.
No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Source Source start address
Linking Switcher Bus and Router 3 Destination Destination start address
Destinations 4 Level Level

To link the switcher bus and router destination, make the 3 Perform the following operations.
following settings as required.
• To apply the source address, press [Source Set].
Matrix selection: Select the target of the link setting from
• To apply the destination address, press [Destination
the eight-point matrix (1 to 8).
Set].
Matrix position definition: Set the start address and level
• To apply the level, press [Level Set].
for the source and destination on the S-Bus.
Link table setting: Link a switcher cross-point button and
matrix source. Setting a link table
Link bus setting: Link a switcher bus address and router Make settings for the link number selected in the External
destination. Bus Link menu.

Selecting a matrix number 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/

Program Button >External Bus Link >Link Matrix
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config menu Adjust menu (7321.4), press [Link Table Adjust].
(7321), press [Link/Program Button].
The Link Table Adjust menu (7321.5) appears.
The Link/Program Button menu (7321.8) appears.
2 Select the switcher cross-point button and the matrix
2 In the <Link> group, press [External Bus Link]. source to be linked to the button.

The External Bus Link menu (7321.3) appears.

No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Set the following parameters. 1 Main No Switcher cross-point button
2 Source No Matrix source selection

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3 Press [Link Source Set]. Linking the next transition selection
buttons
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 as required to select the matrix
You can add links for the next transition selection buttons
sources to be linked to other cross-point buttons.
in the transition control block to the transition link settings
To return the set combinations to the defaults between keyers. For example, if two keyers (Key 2 and
Press [Init Link Table], check the message, then press Key 3) are linked with the master keyer (Key 1), then
[Yes]. pressing the [KEY1] next transition selection button also
selects the [KEY2] and [KEY3] buttons.
Setting the link bus 1 Set the transition links between keyers.
Make settings for the link number selected in the External
Bus Link menu. For details about the method of operation, see
“Linking Transitions Between Keyers” (page 426).
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/
Program Button >External Bus Link menu (7321.3), 2 Press [Next Trans Link], turning it on.
press [Link Bus Adjust]. The [KEY1] to [KEY8] next transition selection
The Link Bus Adjust menu (7321.6) appears. buttons in the transition control block are coupled
You can also select the link number in this menu using (selected) with the transition links between keyers set
the [Link No] parameter. in the Key Trans Link menu.

2 Select the switcher bus and the router destination to be Note

linked to the switcher bus.
This setting is common to the Key Trans Link menu
(7321.2). It is not possible to make separate settings
No. Parameter Adjustment for each master keyer.
2 Internal Switcher bus selection
Bus
3 Destination Router destination selection Setting the Buttons and Fader
3 Perform the following operations. Levers on the Key Fader Control
Block
• To apply the bus, press [Master Bus Set].
• To apply the destination address, press [Linked Dest You can assign keys (KEY1 to KEY8) of any switcher
Set]. bank (M/E-1 to M/E-5, PGM/PST) to the key delegation
buttons on the key fader control block.
You can also set the key delegation button for operation by
Linking Transitions Between Keyers the fader lever and the “play” (range of movement that
does not start operation) at both ends of the fader lever.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config menu
(7321), press [Link/Program Button]. Setting key delegation button assignments
The Link/Program Button menu (7321.8) appears.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config menu
2 In the <Link> group, press [Key Trans Link]. (7321), press [Key Fader Assign].

The Key Trans Link menu (7321.2) appears. The Key Fader Assign menu (7321.1) appears.
The status area shows the settings of the key
3 Select the keyer to be the master. delegation buttons 1 to 4 and the fader levers for each
module in the key fader control block.

No. Parameter Adjustment 2 Select the target key delegation button to assign in the
1 Master Key Select keyer to be master status area.

4 In the <Key Select> group, select the keyer to link to 3 In the <ME Select> group, select the bank with the key
the transition of the master. to assign.

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 If you do not want to assign a key to a key delegation
button, select [No Assign]. Assigning a Region to the Region
Selection Buttons in the Numeric
Inhibiting operation of the key fader Keypad Control Block
control block
You can assign regions to the region selection buttons in
You can set to inhibit operations for each module in the the numeric keypad control block. You can assign up to
key fader control block. four regions to a single button.
1 In the status area of the Engineering Setup >Panel 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config menu
>Config >Key Fader Assign menu (7321.1), select the (7321), press [10 Key Region Assign].
module to set.
The 10 Key Region Assign menu (7321.7) appears.
2 Press [Inhibit].

Setting fader lever operations

1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Key Fader

Assign menu (7321.1), press [Fader Assign].
The Fader Assign menu (7321.30) appears.

2 Select the target fader lever to assign in the status area.

3 In the <Fader Assign> group, set the key to be

operated by the fader lever.
All: Operate the keys selected by the key delegation
buttons (1 to 4). The left side of the status area shows the region
1st Key: Operate the key assigned to key delegation selection buttons. The upper part of the right side
button 1. shows a list of four regions assigned to a region
2nd Key: Operate the key assigned to key delegation selection button, and the lower part shows a list of
button 2. assignable regions.
3rd Key: Operate the key assigned to key delegation
button 3. 2 Press the target button to make an assignment.
4th Key: Operate the key assigned to key delegation
button 4. 3 Select the target from the four regions.
Disable: Disable operation of the fader lever.
4 Select the region to assign.
4 In the <Key Fader Trans Timing> group, set the “play”
at both ends of the fader lever. 5 Press [Set].

Normal: Disable the fader lever “play.” Note

Delay: Enable the fader lever “play.”
If [Delay] is selected, set the start position of fader Only regions assigned here can be used for keyframe or
lever operation. snapshot recall.
If a switcher bank region is not assigned to a region
No. Parameter Adjustment selection button in the numeric keypad control block, the
1 Trans Start Start position of fader lever Flexi Pad control block cannot be used to recall a snapshot.
Point operation a)
To release a region assignment
a) Position at the top and bottom of the fader lever where operation Select the target button to release, then press [Clear].
starts expressed as a percentage, where 100% represents the full
range of movement of the fader lever.
To return the region assignment to the default
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Setting the region selection buttons To return the assignment to the default
selected when the [ALL] button is pressed Press [Default].

1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >10 Key

Region Assign menu (7321.7), press [All Select], Setting Independent Key Transition
turning it on. Control Block Button Assignments
You can also press the [All Select] button in the status
area. You can assign keys (KEY1 to KEY8) of any switcher
The [All Select] button indicator in the status area bank (M/E-1 to M/E-5, PGM/PST) to the independent key
changes to orange, and the system switches to a mode transition control block.
for assigning region selection buttons to the [ALL]
button. 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/
Program Button menu (7321.8), press [Key Transition
2 Press the button and set the region. Module].

The regions with the lit button indicators are assigned The Key Transition Module menu (7321.25) appears.
to the [ALL] button. The default is all buttons lit.
For regions you do not want to assign to the [ALL] 2 In the <Bank Select> group, select the target bank to
button, press the corresponding button indication, set.
turning it off.
3 In the <Module Select> group, select the target module
in the independent key transition control block to set.
Note
Assignment to the [ALL] button is region by region. 4 In the <KEY1-4 Button> group or <KEY5-8 Button>
Changing the assignment of a region selection button does group, press the target button to assign.
not change the regions assigned to the [ALL] button.
5 In the list on the right, select the key to assign.

Setting Transition Control Block 6 Press [Set].

Button Assignments To release the assignment

Select the target button to release, then press [Clear].
Assignment of the buttons on the left on the transition
control block and the buttons on the transition control To return the assignment to the default
block (simple type) is performed in the Transition Press [Default].
Module1 menu (7321.9), and assignment of the buttons on
the right on the transition control block is performed in the
Transition Module2 menu (7321.34). Setting Flexi Pad Control Block
This section describes the operation in the Transition Button Assignments
Module1 menu as an example.
This sets Flexi Pad control block button assignments.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/
Program Button menu (7321.8), press [Transition 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/
Module1]. Program Button menu (7321.8), press [Flexi Pad
Module].
The Transition Module1 menu (7321.9) appears.
The Flexi Pad Module menu (7321.10) appears.
2 In the <Bank Select> group, select the target bank to
set. 2 In the <Bank Select> group, select the target bank to
set.
3 Press the target button to make an assignment.
3 Press the target button to make an assignment.
4 In the list on the right, select the function to assign.
4 In the list on the right, select the function to assign.
5 Press [Set].
To release the assignment
5 Press [Set].
Select the target button to release, then press [Clear].

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To release the assignment 2 In the <Area Select> group, select the target button to
Select the target button to release, then press [Clear]. set.
To return the assignment to the default Mode/Channel: Set assignments for the mode
Press [Default]. selection buttons and channel selection buttons.
Function: Set assignments for the operation buttons.

Setting Utility/Shotbox Control Block 3 Press the target button to make an assignment.

Button Assignments 4 In the list on the right, select the function to assign.
You can change the assignments of the mode selection 5 Press [Set].
buttons and keyframe operation buttons in the utility/
shotbox control block. To release the assignment
Select the target button to release, then press [Clear].
For details about memory recall button assignment, see
“Assigning a Function to a Memory Recall Button in the To return the assignment to the default
Utility/Shotbox Control Block” (page 439). Press [Default].

1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/

Program Button menu (7321.8), press [Utility/ Setting Menu Panel Button
Shotbox Module].
Assignments
The Utility/Shotbox Module menu (7321.36) appears.
You can change the assignment of the top menu selection
2 In the <Utility/Shotbox Module> group, select the button and user preference buttons in the menu panel.
target utility/shotbox control block to set.
For details about user preference button function
3 Press the target button to make an assignment. assignment, see “Assigning Functions to User Preference
Buttons” (page 436).
4 In the list on the right, select the function to assign.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/
5 Press [Set]. Program Button menu (7321.8), press [Menu Panel].

To release the assignment The Menu Panel menu (7321.19) appears.

Select the target button to release, then press [Clear].
2 Press the target button to make an assignment.
To return the assignment to the default
Press [Default]. 3 In the list on the right, select the function to assign.

4 Press [Set].
Setting Device Control Block To release the assignment
(Trackball) Button Assignments Select the target button to release, then press [Clear].

You can change the assignments of the mode selection To return the assignment to the default
buttons, channel selection buttons, and operation buttons Press [Default].
in the device control block (trackball).

Note Inhibiting Utility 2 Bus and Key

The assignments of operation buttons in VTR/disk Operations
recorder/frame memory operation mode cannot be
changed. You can inhibit operations on the utility 2 bus and keys 1
to 8 of the M/E and PGM/PST banks in the menu.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/ The following control blocks can be inhibited.
Program Button menu (7321.8), press [Trackball • Cross-point control block
Module]. • Transition control block
• Independent key transition control block
The Trackball Module menu (7321.17) appears. • Key fader control block

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 Note

In the AUX bus control block and other control blocks

Cross-Point Settings
which are not included in M/E and P/P rows, the
operations on the utility 2 bus and keys 1 to 8 are not
inhibited. Creating Cross-Point Assign Tables
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config menu You can create a “main” table and up to 14 other tables
(7321), press [Operation Inhibit]. (table 1 to table 14) as cross-point assign tables. However,
you can only carry out assignment of video and key
The Operation Inhibit menu (7321.26) appears. combinations in the main table.
2 Press [M/E Operation Inhibit].
Creating the main table
The M/E Operation Inhibit menu (7321.18) appears.
In the main table, a pair consisting of a video signal and a
3 Select the target bank to set. key signal is assigned to each button number. You can also
assign the same signal to another button number to
4 In the <M/E Operation Inhibit> group, select the utility duplicate the assignment. You can also delete currently
2 bus (Util2 Bus) or key button (Key1 to Key8) for assigned signals.
which operations are to be inhibited.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign menu
(7322) or the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign
>Table Button Assign menu (7322.1), press [Main, V/
Inhibiting DME Channel Selection K Pair Assign].
Operations The Main, V/K Pair Assign menu (7322.5) appears.
You can inhibit DME channel selection operations in the The left side of the status area shows the video and key
device control block (trackball). signal names currently assigned in the main table, and
the source numbers. When the shift button is pressed,
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Config menu the number field is distinguished by color.
(7321), press [Operation Inhibit]. The right side of the status area shows a list of source
numbers and assignable signals.
The Operation Inhibit menu (7321.26) appears.
2 Select the target button number to set.
2 Press [Trackball Module].
The Trackball Module menu (7321.27) appears. No. Parameter Adjustment
1 V/K Pair No Selection of video and key pair
3 Select the DME channel for which to inhibit operation. number

4 Press [Inhibit]. 3 In the <Assign> group, select the target signal to set.
Video: Set video signals.
Key: Set key signals.

[Video] and [Key] can also be selected at the same

time.
[Video] and [Key] cannot be deselected at the same
time. One or the other is always selected.

4 Select the signal to assign.

No. Parameter Adjustment

3 Source No Selection of signal to assign

5 In the <Xpt Assign> group, select one of the

following.

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 Set: Delete the signal currently assigned to the 2 Select the target table to set.
selected button number and make a new
assignment. No. Parameter Adjustment
Insert: Move the signal currently assigned to the
selected button number to the next number, and 1 Table No Selection of the table to set
make a new assignment.
3 Select the target button number to set.

Note 4 Select the pair signal to assign.

When a number of 121 or higher is selected, “Insert”
cannot be executed. 5 In the <Button Assign> group, select one of the
When a signal for a button with number 121 or higher following.
is changed as a result of executing [Insert], the signal Set: Delete the signal currently assigned to the
assigned to number 120 is automatically deleted, and selected button number and make a new
signals assigned to numbers 121 or higher are assignment.
maintained. Insert: Move the signal currently assigned to the
To inhibit operation of buttons selected button number to the next number, and
Select the target button number to set, and press [Inhibit]. make a new assignment.

To delete a signal assigned to a button Note

Select the button number, and press [Delete] in the <Xpt
Assign> group. When a number of 121 or higher is selected, “Insert”
The signals assigned to numbers following the selected cannot be executed.
button number move up in sequence. When a signal for a button with number 121 or higher
is changed as a result of executing [Insert], the signal
Note
assigned to number 120 is automatically deleted, and
signals assigned to numbers 121 or higher are
When a button number of 121 or higher is selected, maintained.
[Delete] cannot be executed.
When a signal for a button with number 121 or higher is To inhibit operation of buttons
changed as a result of executing [Delete], the signal Select the target button number to set, and press [Inhibit].
assigned to number 120 is moved to number 119, and To delete a signal assigned to a button
signals assigned to numbers 121 or higher are maintained. Select the button number, and press [Delete] in the
<Button Assign> group.
Creating tables 1 to 14 The signals assigned to numbers following the selected
You create tables 1 to 14 in the same way as when creating button number move up in sequence.
the main table, and you can assign the same signal to more
than one button number, or delete currently assigned Note
signals. However, assignment of video and key When a button number of 121 or higher is selected,
combinations as a pair is not possible. [Delete] cannot be executed.
When a signal for a button with number 121 or higher is
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign menu changed as a result of executing [Delete], the signal
(7322), press [Table Button Assign]. assigned to number 120 is moved to number 119, and
The Table Button Assign menu (7322.1) appears. signals assigned to numbers 121 or higher are maintained.
The target table number to set appears in the upper left
of the status area. Returning a table to defaults
The left part of the status area shows the cross-point
button numbers, video and key pair numbers, video 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Main,
signal source names and source numbers, and key V/K Pair Assign menu (7322.5) or the Engineering
signal source names and source numbers. When the Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Table Button Assign
shift button is pressed, the number field is menu (7322.1), press [Default Recall].
distinguished by color.
The right part of the status area shows the video and 2 Check the message, then press [Yes].
key pair numbers, and the names of video signals and
key signals set in the main table.

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Setting the [SHIFT] button operation mode pressed, press [Shift All Hold], turning it off (lock
This sets the operation of the [SHIFT] button assigned to mode).
the right edge of the cross-point button row. The setting
can be configured for each cross-point assign table (main, Setting the source signal name
1 to 14).
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign menu
Note (7322) or the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign
>Table Button Assign menu (7322.1), press [Src
The operation of the [SHIFT] button in the 2nd row of the Name/Src Color].
cross-point control block in key/AUX bus delegation
mode is the operation mode set by the cross-point assign The Src Name/Src Color menu (7322.6) appears.
table assigned to the switcher bank (M/E or P/P),
regardless of the bus selected in the 1st row. 2 Select the target signal to set.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Main,

No. Parameter Adjustment
V/K Pair Assign menu (7322.5) or the Engineering
Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Table Button Assign 1 Source No Source signal selection
menu (7322.1), press [Shift Mode]. 2 Num Number to select

The Shift Mode menu (7322.13) appears.

3 Press [Source Name].
2 Select the target table to set.
4 Enter a name of up to 16 characters in the keyboard
3 In the <Xpt Shift Mode> group, select the operation window, and press [Enter].
mode of the [SHIFT] button.
To set sequential names for multiple signals
Hold: Functions as a shift button, and the shifted state When multiple signals are selected and you specify a
of the cross-point buttons is enabled while the number suffix for a signal name, all of the selected signals
button is held down. are automatically assigned names ending with sequential
Lock: Functions as a shift button, and pressing the numbers.
button toggles between the shifted and unshifted Example: To assign sequential names to the three source
cross-points. signals 2 to 4
Off: Functions as a cross-point button, namely, button 1. Set the [Source No] parameter to 2 and the [Num]
number 20 on a 20-button system, button number parameter to 3 in step 2.
28 on a 28-button system, and button number 36 2. Set the name of source signal 2 to “CAM2.”
on a 36-button system. The name “CAM3” is assigned automatically to source
signal 3, and the name “CAM4” is assigned
automatically to source signal 4.
Setting the [SHIFT ALL] button operation
mode
Setting the source color of the video signal
This sets the operation mode of the [SHIFT ALL] button
assigned to the cross-point pad. This settings is common to This sets the color displayed for 3rd row/4th row buttons
all cross-point assign tables. and cross-point indicators on the cross-point control block.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Main, 1 Open the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Src
V/K Pair Assign menu (7322.5) or the Engineering Name/Src Color menu (7322.6).
Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Table Button Assign
menu (7322.1), press [Shift Mode]. 2 Select the target signal to set.

The Shift Mode menu (7322.13) appears. 3 In the <Source Color> group, select the source color
(User Color 1 to User Color 3).
2 Press [Shift All Hold] and set the [SHIFT ALL] button
operation mode. To change the colors of User Color 1 to 3

To enable the shifted-state cross points for all buses 1 Press [User Color Select].
while the button is pressed, press [Shift All Hold],
turning it on (hold mode). The User Color Select menu (7322.12) appears.
To switch between shifted-state and unshifted-state
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2 In the <Target> group, select the target color to set 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign menu
(User Color 1 to User Color 3). (7322), select the target bank or bus to set.

3 In the <Color> group, select the color to set. 2 Select the table to assign.
To change the color, create a color by adjusting the 3 Press [Table Assign Set].
following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Red Red Exporting Source Names and
2 Green Green Destination Names
3 Blue Blue
You can send the source names and destination names to
the S-Bus.
Note
The color of the buttons may be different to the color 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign menu
adjusted using the menu. (7322), press [Name Export].
After adjusting the color, check the actual color of the
The Name Export menu (7322.9) appears.
button when it is lit.

4 Press [Execute].
2 Set the destination station ID.

To return to the previous source color No. Parameter Adjustment

Press [Clear].
1 Station ID Station ID setting a)

a) If set to 255, the names are sent to all stations (“All” is displayed in
Copying Cross-Point Assign Tables the status area).

You can copy the contents of a cross-point assign table to 3 Press [Src Name Export].
another cross-point assign table. The source names are exported to the station set in step
2.
Note

The contents of tables 1 to 14 cannot be copied to the main 4 Press [Dest Name Export].
table. The destination names are exported to the station set in
step 2.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign menu
(7322), press [Table Copy].
Note
The Table Copy menu (7322.8) appears. Destination names cannot be specified arbitrarily, so
fixed names are used.
2 Select the copy source and copy destination tables.

3 Press [Copy].
Assigning the [SIDE FLAG] Button
4 Check the message, then press [Yes].
You can assign the [SIDE FLAG] button to the right hand
edge of the cross-point button row for enabling and
disabling side flags. The settings are common to the M/E
Selecting Cross-Point Assign Tables and PGM/PST banks.
Assigning the [SIDE FLAG] button moves the [SHIFT]
You can select the cross-point assign table to use for each button one space to the left.
of the banks or buses.
Note
Note
If a macro attachment is set for the button, assigning the
It is not possible to assign cross-point assign tables 5 to 14 side flag button shifts the number of the button, so pressing
to a bus of a switcher operated by an MKS-8080/8082 the button will no longer execute the macro. The settings,
AUX Bus Remote Panel.

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however, are maintained, so that when you cancel the side
flag assignment, the macro can be executed once more.
AUX Bus Control Block
Settings

Setting the AUX Bus Operation

Mode

Assigning a bus to an AUX delegation

button
You can assign a bus to the 1st row/2nd row delegation
buttons of the AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation
mode).
SIDE FLAG button

SHIFT button moves one space to the left 1 Open the Engineering Setup >Panel >Aux Assign
menu (7323).

Cross-point control block The left side of the status area shows the delegation
button numbers and the assigned buses, and the right
For details about side flags, see “Side Flags” (page 208). side shows a list of assignable buses.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign menu 2 Select the target button number to set.
(7322), press [Side Flags Button Assign].
The Side Flags Button Assign menu (7322.10)
3 Selects a bus to assign.
appears. 4 Press [Set].
2 Press [Side Flags Btn Assign], turning it on. To set the [SHIFT] button operation
In the <Shift Mode> group, select one of the following.
Hold: The bus on the shifted state of the delegation button
is enabled while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
Lock: Pressing the button toggles between the buses on
the shifted and unshifted state of the delegation
buttons.

Note
The [SHIFT] button operation mode is enabled only when
second delegation mode is set.

Setting the Router Operation Mode

This sets the destination selection buttons, source selection
buttons, and level selection buttons of the AUX bus control
block (router operation mode).

Note
You configure the destination selection buttons, source
selection buttons, and level selection buttons in the Router
>Router Control >Router Control menu (5111).

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Assigning a delegation button to a The Source Table Assign menu (7323.2) appears.
destination
You can assign destinations to the 1st row/2nd row
2 In the <Source Table Select> group, select the target
source table to set.
delegation buttons of the AUX bus control block (router
operation mode). 3 Press [Table Assign].
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Aux Assign menu The Table Assign menu (7323.3) appears.
(7323), press [RTR Mode Setting].
The RTR Mode Setting menu (7323.1) appears.
4 Select the target button number to set and the source to
assign.
The left side of the status area shows the button
numbers, destination names, and source table To inhibit operation of buttons, press [Inhibit].
numbers. The right side of the status area shows a list
of assignable destinations. 5 Press [Source Set].

2 Select the target button number to set and the To set the [SHIFT] button operation
destination to assign. In the <Xpt Shift Mode> group of the Source Table Assign
menu (7323.2), select one of the following.
To inhibit operation of buttons, press [Inhibit]. Hold: The source on the shifted state of the cross-point
button is enabled while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
Note Lock: Pressing the button toggles between the sources on
the shifted and unshifted state of the cross-point
When a button with number 65 to 128 is selected, the buttons.
source table selection is automatically disabled, and Off: Functions as a cross-point button, namely, button
the [Inhibit] setting is also disabled. number 20 on a 20-button system, button number 28
on a 28-button system, and button number 36 on a 36-
3 Press [Dest Set]. button system.
4 When a button with number 1 to 64 is selected in step
Note
2, select the source table.
The [SHIFT] button operation mode is enabled only when
5 Press [Source Table Set]. second delegation mode is set.

6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 as required.

Assigning levels to level selection buttons
To set the [SHIFT] button operation
In the <Dest Shift Mode> group, select one of the 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Aux Assign >RTR
following. Mode Setting menu (7323.1), press [Level Button
Hold: The destination on the shifted state of the delegation Assign].
button is enabled while pressing the [SHIFT] button.
Lock: Pressing the button toggles between the destinations The Level Button Assign menu (7323.4) appears.
on the shifted and unshifted state of the delegation
buttons. 2 In the <Level Button Select> group, select the target
button to set.
Note
3 In the <Level Assign> group, select the level to assign
The [SHIFT] button operation mode is enabled only when to the button.
second delegation mode is set.
You can select more than one level. You can also
duplicate the selection on another button.
Setting the source table
You can assign sources to the 3rd row/4th row cross-point Selecting a destination selection button for
buttons of the AUX bus control block (router operation a snapshot
mode).
You can set whether snapshots are recalled for each
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Aux Assign >RTR destination selection button.
Mode Setting menu (7323.1), press [Source Table
Assign].

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1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Aux Assign >RTR
Mode Setting menu (7323.1), select the target
destination button number to set.
Settings Relating to
2 Press [SS Enable] to enable/disable the function.
Button Assignment
To enable, press [SS Enable], turning it on. When a
snapshot of the router is recalled, the destination The following functions can be assigned to the user
selection buttons set the destination for the recall. preference buttons on the menu panel, the memory recall
buttons on the utility/shotbox control block, and the 1st
row/2nd row buttons on the cross-point control block
Note (utility/shotbox mode).
When a destination selection button is set to Inhibit, • Menu shortcut
the destination snapshot is not recalled. • Utility command
• Macro register
• Shotbox register

Assigning Functions to User

Preference Buttons
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Prefs/Utility menu
(7324), select the target button to set.

2 In the <Action> group, select the function to assign.

Menu Shortcut: Assign a frequently used menu to be
recalled (menu shortcut).
Utility Command: Assign a function setting (utility
command).
Macro Recall: Assign a macro register recall.
Shotbox Recall: Assign a shotbox register recall.

3 Perform the following operations, according to the

selection in step 2.
When [Menu Shortcut] is selected: When the user
preference button on the menu panel is blinking,
display the shortcut menu. Press the target user
preference button to set to assign a menu shortcut.
When finished, press [Menu Shortcut] again.
When [Utility Command] is selected: Select a
command to assign in the list on the right side of
the status area.

No. Parameter Adjustment

3 Command Utility command selection
4 a) GPI No GPI number

a) SWR GPI Test Fire and DCU GPI Test Fire commands only

When [Macro Recall] is selected: Select the macro

register to assign.

No. Parameter Adjustment

3 Macro Macro register selection
When [Shotbox Recall] is selected: Select the
shotbox register to assign.

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 To enable display, press [Reg Name Display], turning it
No. Parameter Adjustment on.
3 Shotbox Shotbox register selection

4 Press [Action Set]. Using the [PREFS 9] to [PREFS 16]

settings
When [Menu Shortcut] is selected in step 2, it is not
There are sixteen user preference buttons that can be set
necessary to press [Action Set].
([PREFS 1] to [PREFS 16]), but only eight user preference
To release the assignment buttons ([PREFS 1] to [PREFS 8]) can be assigned in the
Select the target button to release, then press [Clear]. menu panel by default.
To use the settings of [PREFS 9] to [PREFS 16], open the
To display register names in the Utility Command Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/Program Button
field >Menu Panel menu (7321.19), and assign the [PREFS 9]
When [Macro Recall] or [Shotbox Recall] is selected in to [PREFS 16] buttons to the menu panel.
step 2, you can select whether to display register names in
the Utility Command field.

List of utility commands and user preference button states

The following table lists the utility commands that can be
assigned to user preference buttons.

Command name Function Button state

Lit amber Off
SWR Remote1 Enbl Switcher REMOTE1 enable/disable Enabled Disabled
| |
SWR Remote4 Enbl Switcher REMOTE4 enable/disable
DME1 Editor Port Enbl DME1 editor port enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME2 Editor Port Enbl DME2 editor port enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME3 Editor Port Enbl DME3 editor port enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME4 Editor Port Enbl DME4 editor port enable/disable Enabled Disabled
a)
MEx PGM1 ST M/E-x PGM output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
| disable
MEx PGM4 ST a) x = 1 to 5
MEx PVW ST a) M/E-x preview output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
disable
x = 1 to 5
MEx Clean ST a) M/E-x clean output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
disable
x = 1 to 5
MEx K-PVW ST a) M/E-x key preview output safe title Enabled Disabled
enable/disable
x = 1 to 5
PP PGM1 ST a) P/P PGM output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
| disable
PP PGM4 ST a)
PP PVW ST a) P/P preview output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
disable
PP Clean ST a) P/P clean output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
disable
PP K-PVW ST a) P/P key preview output safe title Enabled Disabled
enable/disable
DME Mon Video ST a) DME Monitor Video output safe title Enabled Disabled
enable/disable
DME Mon Key ST a) DME Monitor Key output safe title Enabled Disabled
enable/disable

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Command name Function Button state
Lit amber Off
Edit PVW ST a) Edit preview output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
disable
Preset ST a) Preset output safe title enable/disable Enabled Disabled
a)
AUX1 ST AUX1 output safe title enable/disable Enabled Disabled
| |
AUX48 ST a) AUX48 output safe title enable/disable
M/Ex PVW M/E-x preview output Output on the edit Function assigned
x = 1 to 5 preview bus
M/Ex KPVW1 M/E-x key preview 1 output Output on the edit Function assigned
x = 1 to 5 preview bus
M/Ex KPVW2 M/E-x key preview 2 output Output on the edit Function assigned
x = 1 to 5 preview bus
P/P PVW P/P preview output Output on the edit Function assigned
preview bus
P/P KPVW1 P/P key preview 1 output Output on the edit Function assigned
preview bus
P/P KPVW2 P/P key preview 2 output Output on the edit Function assigned
preview bus
AUTO PVW Auto preview Output on the edit Function assigned
preview bus
PRESET PVW Preset preview Output on the edit Function assigned
preview bus
FM Src1 Frame Freeze Frame freeze of frame memory source During frame freeze Either of the other two
1 states
FM Src1 Field Freeze Field freeze of frame memory source 1 During field freeze Either of the other two
states
FM Src1 Freeze Off Release freeze of frame memory During freeze release Either of the other two
source 1 states
FM Src2 Frame Freeze Frame freeze of frame memory source During frame freeze Either of the other two
2 states
FM Src2 Field Freeze Field freeze of frame memory source 2 During field freeze Either of the other two
states
FM Src2 Freeze Off Release freeze of frame memory During freeze release Either of the other two
source 2 states
SWR GPI Enbl Switcher GPI enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME1 GPI Enbl DME1 GPI enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME2 GPI Enbl DME2 GPI enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME3 GPI Enbl DME3 GPI enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME4 GPI Enbl DME4 GPI enable/disable Enabled Disabled
SWR GPI1 Test Fire Test trigger output from switcher GPI1 Output (lit only at the Output assigned
| | instant the button is
SWR GPI8 Test Fire Test trigger output from switcher GPI8 pressed)
DCU GPI1 Test Fire Test trigger output from port assigned Output (lit only at the Output assigned
| to DCU GPI1 instant the button is
DCU GPI50 Test Fire | pressed)
Test trigger output from port assigned
to DCU GPI50
Macro Attachment Enbl Macro attachment enable/disable Enabled Disabled
Macro Only Set Macro only mode enable/disable Enabled Disabled
Pre Macro Sets macro attachment in pre macro Can be set only while Function assigned
mode. pressed (lit)

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Command name Function Button state
Lit amber Off
Post Macro Sets macro attachment in post macro Can be set only while Function assigned
mode. pressed (lit)
Macro Take Macro execution Pause during Function assigned
execution
Macro Cancel Macro cancel Lit only at the instant Function assigned
the button is pressed
Macro Auto Ins Macro auto insert mode enable/disable Enabled Disabled
Macro AT with Rate Mode enable/disable for storing Enabled Disabled
transition rate when registering an auto
transition macro event on the transition
control block or transition control block
(simple type)
Macro AT with A/B Bus Mode enable/disable for storing A/B Enabled Disabled
bus cross-points when registering an
auto transition macro event on the
transition control block or transition
control block (simple type)
Macro TL with Region Mode enable disable for saving target Enabled Disabled
regions when registering a timeline
macro event
DME Override DME override enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME Graphic DME graphics enable/disable Enabled Disabled
(applies to graphics for channel
selected in device control block)
FTB Fade-to-black execution Executing Function assigned
Inhibit Set Inhibit cross-point button Can be set only while Function assigned
pressed (lit)
Inhibit All Clear Clear all cross-point button inhibit Can be set only while Function assigned
settings pressed (lit)
SWR1 LAN Status SWR1 communications status b) Communications During
disconnected communication
SWR2 LAN Status SWR2 communications status b) Communications During
disconnected communication

a) The safe title enable/disable commands display the name of the signal
assigned to the output.
3 In the <Action> group, select the function to assign.
b) Control LAN status only. Menu Shortcut: Assign a frequently used menu to be
recalled (menu shortcut).
Utility Command: Assign a function setting (utility
Assigning a Function to a Memory command).
Recall Button in the Utility/Shotbox Macro Recall: Assign a macro register recall.
Shotbox Recall: Assign a shotbox register recall.
Control Block
4 Perform the following operations, according to the
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Prefs/Utility menu selection in step 3.
(7324), press [Utility Module Assign].
When [Menu Shortcut] is selected: When the
The Utility Module Assign menu (7324.1) appears. memory recall button on the utility/shotbox
control block is blinking, display the shortcut
2 Select the target button to set. menu. Press the target memory recall button to set
to assign a shortcut. When finished, press [Menu
No. Parameter Adjustment
Shortcut] again.
When [Utility Command] is selected: Select a
1 Bank Bank selection command to assign in the list on the right side of
2 Button No Memory recall button selection the status area.

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 5 Press [Action Set].
No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Command Utility command selection When [Menu Shortcut] is selected in step 3, it is not
necessary to press [Action Set].
4 a) GPI No GPI number
To release the assignment
a) SWR GPI Test Fire and DCU GPI Test Fire commands only
Select the target button to release, then press [Clear].
When [Macro Recall] is selected: Select the macro
register to assign. To display register names in the Utility Command
field
No. Parameter Adjustment When [Macro Recall] or [Shotbox Recall] is selected in
3 Macro Macro register selection step 3, you can select whether to display register names in
the Utility Command field.
When [Shotbox Recall] is selected: Select the To enable display, press [Reg Name Display], turning it
shotbox register to assign. on.
No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Shotbox Shotbox register selection

List of utility commands and memory recall button states

The following table lists the utility commands that can be
assigned to memory recall buttons.

Command name Function Button state

Lit orange Lit dark blue
SWR Remote1 Enbl Switcher REMOTE1 enable/disable Enabled Disabled
| |
SWR Remote4 Enbl Switcher REMOTE4 enable/disable
DME1 Editor Port Enbl DME1 editor port enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME2 Editor Port Enbl DME2 editor port enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME3 Editor Port Enbl DME3 editor port enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME4 Editor Port Enbl DME4 editor port enable/disable Enabled Disabled
a)
MEx PGM1 ST M/E-x PGM output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
| disable
MEx PGM4 ST a) x = 1 to 5
MEx PVW ST a) M/E-x preview output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
disable
x = 1 to 5
MEx Clean ST a) M/E-x clean output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
disable
x = 1 to 5
MEx K-PVW ST a) M/E-x key preview output safe title Enabled Disabled
enable/disable
x = 1 to 5
PP PGM1 ST a) P/P PGM output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
| disable
PP PGM4 ST a)
PP PVW ST a) P/P preview output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
disable
PP Clean ST a) P/P clean output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
disable
PP K-PVW ST a) P/P key preview output safe title Enabled Disabled
enable/disable
DME Mon Video ST a) DME Monitor Video output safe title Enabled Disabled
enable/disable
DME Mon Key ST a) DME Monitor Key output safe title Enabled Disabled
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Command name Function Button state
Lit orange Lit dark blue
Edit PVW ST a) Edit preview output safe title enable/ Enabled Disabled
disable
Preset ST a) Preset output safe title enable/disable Enabled Disabled
a)
AUX1 ST AUX1 output safe title enable/disable Enabled Disabled
| |
AUX48 ST a) AUX48 output safe title enable/disable
M/Ex PVW M/E-x preview output Output on the edit Function assigned
x = 1 to 5 preview bus
M/Ex KPVW1 M/E-x key preview 1 output Output on the edit Function assigned
x = 1 to 5 preview bus
M/Ex KPVW2 M/E-x key preview 2 output Output on the edit Function assigned
x = 1 to 5 preview bus
P/P PVW P/P preview output Output on the edit Function assigned
preview bus
P/P KPVW1 P/P key preview 1 output Output on the edit Function assigned
preview bus
P/P KPVW2 P/P key preview 2 output Output on the edit Function assigned
preview bus
AUTO PVW Auto preview Output on the edit Function assigned
preview bus
PRESET PVW Preset preview Output on the edit Function assigned
preview bus
FM Src1 Frame Freeze Frame freeze of frame memory source During frame freeze Either of the other two
1 states
FM Src1 Field Freeze Field freeze of frame memory source 1 During field freeze Either of the other two
states
FM Src1 Freeze Off Release freeze of frame memory During freeze release Either of the other two
source 1 states
FM Src2 Frame Freeze Frame freeze of frame memory source During frame freeze Either of the other two
2 states
FM Src2 Field Freeze Field freeze of frame memory source 2 During field freeze Either of the other two
states
FM Src2 Freeze Off Release freeze of frame memory During freeze release Either of the other two
source 2 states
SWR GPI Enbl Switcher GPI enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME1 GPI Enbl DME1 GPI enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME2 GPI Enbl DME2 GPI enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME3 GPI Enbl DME3 GPI enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME4 GPI Enbl DME4 GPI enable/disable Enabled Disabled
SWR GPI1 Test Fire Output test trigger from switcher GPI1 Output (lit only at the Output assigned
| | instant the button is
SWR GPI8 Test Fire Output test trigger from switcher GPI8 pressed)
DCU GPI1 Test Fire Output test trigger from port assigned Output (lit only at the Output assigned
| to DCU GPI1 instant the button is
DCU GPI50 Test Fire | pressed)
Output test trigger from port assigned
to DCU GPI50
Macro Attachment Enbl Macro attachment enable/disable Enabled Disabled
Macro Only Set Macro only mode enable/disable Enabled Disabled
Pre Macro Sets macro attachment in pre macro Can be set only while Function assigned
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Command name Function Button state
Lit orange Lit dark blue
Post Macro Sets macro attachment in post macro Can be set only while Function assigned
mode. pressed (lit)
Macro Take Macro execution Lit light purple during Function assigned
execution (gray characters
Lit purple during displayed on black
pause background)
Macro Cancel Macro cancel Lit only at the instant Function assigned
the button is pressed
Macro Auto Ins Macro auto insert mode enable/disable Enabled Disabled
Macro AT with Rate Mode enable/disable for storing Enabled Disabled
transition rate when registering an
auto transition macro event on the
transition control block or transition
control block (simple type)
Macro AT with A/B Bus Mode enable/disable for storing A/B Enabled Disabled
bus cross-points when registering an
auto transition macro event on the
transition control block or transition
control block (simple type)
Macro TL with Region Mode enable disable for saving target Enabled Disabled
regions when registering a timeline
macro event
DME Override DME override enable/disable Enabled Disabled
DME Graphic DME graphics enable/disable Enabled Disabled
(applies to graphics for channel
selected in device control block)
FTB Fade-to-black execution Lit light purple during Function assigned (lit
execution purple)
Lit red when
execution completed
(image in black state)
SWR1 LAN Status SWR1 communications status b) Communications During
disconnected communication
SWR2 LAN Status SWR2 communications status b) Communications During
disconnected communication

a) The safe title enable/disable commands display the name of the signal
assigned to the output.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Prefs/Utility
b) Control LAN status only.
>Utility Module Assign menu (7324.1), select the
target button to set.

Setting names to display in memory recall 2 Press [Name].

buttons
You can set the display of names on buttons when menu 3 Enter a name of up to 8 characters in the keyboard
shortcuts or utility commands are assigned to the memory window, and press [Enter].
recall buttons.
Setting the transition rate target to display
Note on memory recall buttons
When a macro register is assigned, the names specified in This sets the memory recall button assignments in
the Macro menu are displayed on the memory recall transition rate display mode.
buttons. When a shotbox register is assigned, the names
specified in the Shotbox menu are displayed on the 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Prefs/Utility
memory recall buttons. >Utility Module Assign menu (7324.1), press [Trans
Rate Mode Assign].
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2 Select the target button to set.
No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Select the transition rate to assign. 3 Macro Macro register selection
When [Shotbox Recall] is selected: Select the
4 Press [Set].
shotbox register to assign.
To release the assignment
No. Parameter Adjustment
Select the target button to release, then press [Clear].
3 Shotbox Shotbox register selection

5 Press [Action Set].

Assigning Functions to 1st Row/2nd
Row Buttons of the Cross-Point When [Menu Shortcut] is selected in step 3, it is not
necessary to press [Action Set].
Control Block
To release the assignment
You can assign functions to the 1st row/2nd row buttons of Select the target button to release, then press [Clear].
the cross-point control block (utility/shotbox mode).
To display register names in the Utility Command
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Prefs/Utility menu field
(7324), press [Xpt Module Assign]. When [Macro Recall] or [Shotbox Recall] is selected in
step 3, you can select whether to display register names in
The Xpt Module Assign menu (7324.2) appears. the Utility Command field.
To enable display, press [Reg Name Display], turning it
2 Select the target button to set. on.

For details about utility commands that can be assigned to

No. Parameter Adjustment
the 1st row/2nd row buttons, see “List of utility commands
1 Bank Bank selection and user preference button states” (page 437).
2 Button No Button selection

3 In the <Action> group, select the function to assign. Settings names to show on the display
You can set the display of names on the display when
Menu Shortcut: Assign a frequently used menu to be menu shortcuts or utility commands are assigned to the 1st
recalled (menu shortcut). row/2nd row buttons.
Utility Command: Assign a function setting (utility
command).
Note
Macro Recall: Assign a macro register recall.
Shotbox Recall: Assign a shotbox register recall. When a macro register is assigned, the names specified in
the Macro menu are displayed on the display. When a
4 Perform the following operations, according to the shotbox register is assigned, the names specified in the
selection in step 3. Shotbox menu are displayed on the display.
When [Menu Shortcut] is selected: When the 1st
row/2nd row button on the cross-point control
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Prefs/Utility >Xpt
Module Assign menu (7324.2), select the target button
block is blinking, display the shortcut menu. Press
to set.
the target button to set to assign a shortcut. When
finished, press [Menu Shortcut] again.
When [Utility Command] is selected: Select a
2 Press [Name].
command to assign in the list on the right side of
the status area.
3 Enter a name of up to 8 characters in the keyboard
window, and press [Enter].
No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Command Utility command selection
a)
4 GPI No GPI number

a) SWR GPI Test Fire and DCU GPI Test Fire commands only
When [Macro Recall] is selected: Select the macro
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 Sharing disk recorder/Extended VTR file
Settings Relating to lists
You can share files when the same disk recorder/Extended
External Device VTR is connected to more than one port.
Connections Note
Only ports assigned for the disk recorder or Extended VTR
are enabled.
Setting the Control Mode for P-Bus
Devices 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Device Interface
>Device Assign menu (7325.4), select the target port
In the <P-Bus Control> group of the Engineering Setup to set.
>Panel >Device Interface menu (7325), select the protocol
mode. 2 In the <Assign> group, select the device (DEV CH1 to
Trigger: When a predetermined button is pressed, the DEV CH12) for sharing the file list.
action command assigned to that button is output to
control an external device. [DEV CH1] to [DEV CH12] correspond to the [CH1]
Timeline: The external device is controlled as a keyframe to [CH12] channel selection buttons on the device
effect controlled by the control panel. control block.

3 Press [Same File List Set].

Associating a Serial Port with a
4 Repeat steps 1 to 3 as required to select other devices
Device Selection Button for sharing the file list.
You can assign the channel selection buttons (CH1 to
CH12) on the device control block to an SIU serial port.
This allows you to operate a device (VTR, disk recorder, Setting the AUX Bus Override
Extended VTR) connected to the port using the specified Operation Mode
channel selection button.
Set the operation mode when the trigger type is “Rising
For details about serial port settings, see “Serial Port Edge” or “Falling Edge,” and “Aux ? O’ride Src ??” is
Settings” (page 485). selected as the GPI input action.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Device Interface In the <Aux Bus Override Mode> group of the
menu (7325), press [Device Assign]. Engineering Setup >Panel >Device Interface menu (7325),
select one of the following.
The Device Assign menu (7325.4) appears. Momentary: On an input pulse rising (falling) edge, the
input of the selected AUX bus is used, and on a falling
2 Select the SIU serial port. (rising) edge it returns to the original cross-point.
Latch: On an input pulse rising (falling) edge, the input of
3 In the <Assign> group, select the device (DEV CH1 to the selected AUX bus is used, and it does not return to
DEV CH12) to assign. the original cross-point even on a falling (rising) edge.
[DEV CH1] to [DEV CH12] correspond to the [CH1]
to [CH12] channel selection buttons on the device This setting is enabled when AUX bus override is selected
control block. as the SIU (DCU function) GPI input (see page 481).

Notes
• It is not possible to assign more than one device to
the same port. The subsequently selected device is
enabled.
• If P-Bus is assigned to a serial port, it is not possible
to assign a device to that port.

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 Configuring Settings Relating to
Settings Relating to Effects
Operation
Setting functions used in keyframe effect
operations
Setting the On-Air Tally In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation menu (7326),
press [Effect Mode] to open the Effect Mode menu
This sets the high tally state reflected on the control panel.
(7326.2).
Configure each function, as required.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation menu
(7326), press [Button Tally]. Setting the first keyframe state when recalling an
effect
The Button Tally menu (7326.9) appears.
In the <Recall Mode> group, select one of the following.
Recall: The first keyframe is not reproduced.
2 In the <Tally Type> group, select one of the following.
Recall&Rewind: The first keyframe is reproduced.
[R1] to [R8]: Reflect the tally state of the tally groups
Disabling the [EDIT ENBL] button when recalling
1 to 8.
an effect
Independ: Reflect the tally state of the switcher only.
Press [Edit Enable Auto Off], turning it on.
If an effect is recalled when the [EDIT ENBL] button is lit,
3 Press [Execute].
the [EDIT ENBL] button is automatically disabled.
Inserting the first keyframe automatically
Setting the Transition Rate Display Press [1st KF Auto Insert], turning it on.
When an empty register is recalled, the state at that point is
Mode automatically inserted as the first keyframe.
This sets the transition rate display mode to the number of Setting the operation mode when the [RUN]
frames or to a timecode. button is pressed during keyframe effect
execution
In the <Trans Rate Display> group of the Engineering In the <Run> group, select one of the following.
Setup >Panel >Operation menu (7326), select one of the Continue: Continue the effect.
following. Cancel: Cancel the effect, and return to the previous state.
Frame: Display as number of frames.
Timecode: Display as timecode (SS:FF). Setting auto save for an effect
Press [Effect Auto Save], turning it on.
When an effect is recalled after effect editing, the edited
effect is automatically saved.
Setting the Main Fader Lever
Setting the default value of keyframe duration
This sets which of the fader levers is the main lever for Press [Default KF Duration], then enter the default value
operation on the background A bus when using split using the numeric keypad window.
faders.
If the conditions for using split faders are not satisfied,
only the main fader lever can be operated. Setting the first keyframe when rewind is
executed
In the <Main Split Fader> group of the Engineering Setup For P-Bus, GPI, DDR/VTR, and macro timeline
>Panel >Operation menu (7326), select one of the operations, you can set to execute the first keyframe when
following. rewind is executed.
Left: Set the left fader lever as the main fader lever.
Right: Set the right fader lever as the main fader lever.
Note
When enabled and an effect is executed by pressing the
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In the <Rewind&1st KF> group of the Engineering Setup
>Panel >Operation >Effect Mode menu (7326.2), select Setting Flexi Pad Control Block
the target to set. Button Display and Operation
GPI: GPI timeline
P-Bus: P-Bus timeline In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation menu (7326),
DDR/VTR: VTR/disk recorder/Extended VTR timeline press [Flexi Pad Mode] to open the Flexi Pad Mode menu
Macro: Macro timeline (7326.3).
Configure each function, as required.
Linking the transition type selection with the
Setting Source Names and Flexi Pad control block operation mode
Destination Names Press [Wipe/DME Auto Deleg], turning it on.
This switches the operation mode of the Flexi Pad control
You set the source and destination names to use in the block in sync with the selection of the [WIPE] button or
control panel. [DME WIPE] button on the transition control block.
Setting the memory recall button display in wipe
Note
snapshot operation mode and DME wipe
Before configuring these settings, it is necessary to set the snapshot operation mode
number of the S-Bus description name (see page 490). In the <Wipe/DME Display> group, set one of the
following.
1 In the <Source/Dest Name> group of the Engineering Pattern: Pattern image display
Setup >Panel >Operation menu (7326), select the Register Name: Register name display
name to use.
Setting the memory recall button display in
Sw’er Local: Source names set in the Xpt Assign snapshot operation mode and effect operation
menu, and fixed bus names mode
S-Bus Descript: Description names set in the router. In the <Snapshot/Effect Display> group, set one of the
S-Bus Type+Num: Type + Num set in the router following.
(display is a fixed eight characters). Register No: Register number display
Register Name: Register name display
2 In the <Name Display Mode> group, select the display
method.
Auto: Optimize display according to the number of Setting the Button and Fader Lever
characters. Operation Mode
• 2-character 1-line display for two characters or
fewer In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation menu (7326),
• 4-character 1-line display for four characters or press [Custom Button/Fader] to open the Custom Button/
fewer Fader menu (7326.4).
• 3-line display for 12 characters or fewer Configure each function, as required.
• 4-line display for 16 characters or fewer
Setting the double-press operation mode of the
2 Character: The first two characters are displayed.
[BKGD] button in the transition control block
4 Character: The first four characters are displayed.
In the <Bkgd Trans Btn Double Clk> group, select one of
To replace a name set in the Xpt Assign menu the following.
with an S-Bus description name Disable: Double-pressing of the [BKGD] button is
Press [S-Bus Name Link], turning it on. disabled.
When enabled, the source name is updated each time the Enable: When the [BKGD] button is pressed twice in
description name is updated on the router. This allows you quick succession, all currently inserted keys are
to always use the same description name between the selected and removed by the next transition.
router and the switcher.
Setting the operation mode when the [FTB]
Even when [Sw’er Local] is selected, the same name can
button is pressed during fade-to-black
be displayed when [S-Bus Descript] is selected. The S-Bus
In the <FTB> group, select one of the following.
description name is also displayed in the Xpt Assign menu.
Continue: Continue the fade-to-black.
Cancel: Cancel the fade-to-black, and return to the
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Setting the operation mode when the [AUTO Setting the [UTIL] button operation mode
TRANS] button or [TAKE] button is pressed In the <Util Button> group, select one of the following.
during an auto transition Hold: Enables utility bus mode only while the [UTIL]
In the <Auto Trans/Take> group, select one of the button is pressed.
following. Lock: Pressing the [UTIL] button switches between utility
Continue: Continue the auto transition. bus mode and normal mode each time the button is
Cancel: Cancel the auto transition, and return to the pressed.
previous state.
Exchanging the [AUTO TRANS] button and [CUT]
Setting the transition indicator display in non- button in the transition control block
sync state Press [Auto Trans/Cut Swap], turning it on.
In the <Non Sync Fader Indicator> group, select one of the
following.
Normal: The transition indicator is lit when in non-sync Setting the Operation Mode of the
state.
Blink: The transition indicator is blinking when in non- [ALL] Button in the Transition
sync state. Control Block
Setting the button display state when executing This sets the next transition selected by the [ALL] button
an auto transition using the [AUTO TRANS] in the transition control block.
button
In the <Auto Trans/Take Key On Stats> group, select one 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation >Custom
of the following. Button/Fader menu (7326.4), press [Next Trans All].
Disable: Lit amber during transition execution, and goes
off at the end of the transition. The Next Trans All menu (7326.11) appears.
Enable: Lit green during transition execution, and at the
end of the transition it is lit red if on-air or lit amber if 2 In the <Next Trans All> group, select the button for the
not on-air. next transition.

Note Note
Enable using the [AUTO TRANS] button in the If all next transition buttons are disabled, the next
independent key transition execution section on the transition cannot be set even if the [ALL] button is
transition control block, independent key transition control pressed.
block, or key fader control block.
Setting the [TRANS PVW] button operation mode
In the <Trans Pvw> group, select one of the following. Setting Device Control Block Button
Hold: Enables transition preview mode only while the and Trackball Operation
[TRANS PVW] button is pressed.
Lock: Pressing the [TRANS PVW] button switches In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation menu (7326),
between transition preview mode and normal mode press [Sensitivity] to open the Sensitivity menu (7326.5).
each time the button is pressed. Configure each function, as required.
The one-time mode setting is set in the Engineering Setup
>Switcher >Transition menu (7334) (see page 465). Setting the trackball and Z-ring sensitivity in
normal mode
Setting the [KEY] button operation mode when a In the <Trackball Normal Mode> group, select one of the
key source bus is selected following.
In the <Key Source Bus Select Mode> group, select one of ×1: Standard (default travel speed)
the following. ×2: Move at 2× speed.
Key: The [KEY] button is always lit, and only key signals ×4: Move at 4× speed.
are selected using the cross-point buttons.
Video & Key: Enables key signals or video signals to be Note
selected using cross-point buttons, according to the
[KEY] button operation. This setting is disabled in the following operation modes.
• Keyframe operation mode
For details about the [KEY] button operation, see “To • VTR/disk recorder/frame memory operation mode
select a video signal assigned to a cross-point button”
(page 110).

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Setting the trackball and Z-ring sensitivity in fine Enable: Execute the other macro.
mode
In the <Trackball Fine Mode> group, select one of the To set a cross-point button with a macro
following. attachment lit continuously
1/2: Move at 1/2 speed Press [Attchd Btn Indication], turning it on.
1/4: Move at 1/4 speed When the [MACRO ATTACH ENABLE] button in the
1/8: Move at 1/8 speed cross-point pad is on and lit orange, cross-point buttons
with a macro attachment are always lit green.
Note

This setting is disabled in the following operation modes. Setting the Cross-Point Control
• Keyframe operation mode
• VTR/disk recorder/frame memory operation mode Block to Key/AUX Bus Delegation
Setting the sensitivity when recalling a menu
Mode
using double-press
In the <Double Click> group, select one of the following. 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation menu
Fast: High speed (7326), press [Xpt Module Operation].
Normal: Normal The Xpt Module Operation menu (7326.12) appears.
Slow: Low speed
2 In the <Bank Select> group, select the target bank to
set.
Setting the Macro Execution Mode
3 In the <Key Row Mode> group, select one of the
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation menu following.
(7326), press [Macro]. Key Bus: Use the 1st row/2nd row as cross-point
The Macro menu (7326.6) appears. button rows.
Key Deleg/AUX: Use the 1st row as a delegation
2 In the <Macro Execution Mode> group, select the button row, and the 2nd row as a cross-point
macro execution mode. button row for the bus/function selected in the 1st
row (key/AUX bus operation mode).
Normal: Normal execution
Step: Step execution
Assigning a bus/function to a 1st row
3 In the <Attachment Setting Mode> group, select delegation button
whether to enable cross-point button operations when
a macro attachment is set. 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation >Xpt
Module Operation menu (7326.12), press [Key Deleg/
With Btn Function: Enable cross-point button AUX Assign].
operations.
W/o Btn Function: Disable cross-point button The Key Deleg/AUX Assign menu (7326.13) appears.
operations. The left side of the status area shows the 1st row button
numbers and the assigned buses/function names, and
4 In the <Macro 2nd Recall Mode> group, set the action the right side shows a list of assignable buses/function
to occur during macro execution or when a macro is names.
paused if the cross-point button that sets the macro
attachment set is double-pressed. 2 In the <Bank Select> group, select the target bank to
set.
Continue: Execution of a macro that has been paused
is resumed, and an executing macro continues. 3 Select the target button number to set.
Cancel: A paused macro or a macro during execution
is terminated. 4 Select a bus/function to assign.

5 In the <Macro Recall Override> group, set the action 5 Press [Set].
to occur during macro execution or when a macro is
paused if another macro is recalled.
Disable: Ignore the other macro recall.

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 The left side of the status area shows the currently
Setting Button and Indicator Status display page number and buttons, and the right side of
on the Cross-Point Control Block/ the status area shows a list of assignable functions.
AUX Bus Control Block 2 In the <Bank Select> group, select the target bank to
set.
Setting the color of cross-point buttons
This sets the color of the cross-point buttons, when lit, in
3 Select the target page to set.
the 3rd row/4th row of the cross-point control block.
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation menu 1 Page Page selection
(7326), press [Xpt Module Operation].
4 Press the target button to make an assignment.
The Xpt Module Operation menu (7326.12) appears.
5 In the list on the right, select the function to assign.
2 In the <Bank Select> group, select the target bank to
set. 6 Press [Set].
3 In the <A/B Bus Button Color> group, select one of To assign a page recall function
the following. You can set to display a specific page when a button on the
cross-point pad is pressed.
Source Color: Lit using the color set in the
Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Src 1 Select the target button display to set, and press [Jump
Name/Src Color menu (7322.6). Page].
White: Lit white.
2 Enter the page number to display (1 to 14) using the
Setting cross-point indicators numeric keypad window, then press [Enter].
You can disable the cross-point indicators so that they do To disable the page recall function, enter “0.”
not turn on.
To release the assignment
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation menu Select the target button to release, then press [Clear].
(7326), press [Xpt Module Operation].
To return the assignment to the default
The Xpt Module Operation menu (7326.12) appears. Press [Default Recall], check the message, then press
[Yes].
2 In the <Bank Select> group, select the target bank to
To rename a page
set.

3 Press [Xpt Indicator], turning it off.

1 Select the target page number to set, and press [Page
Name].
To enable the cross-point indicators so that they do
turn on, press [Xpt Indicator] again, turning it on. 2 Enter a name of up to 12 characters in the keyboard
window, and press [Enter].

Configuring the Cross-Point Pad Note

Lower case characters may be entered, but the entered
characters are displayed as upper case characters on
Assigning a function to a cross-point pad the buttons in the cross-point pad.
button
About re-entry button assignment
1 In the <Xpt Pad> group of the Engineering Setup The following re-entry buttons can be assigned to buttons
>Panel >Operation >Xpt Module Operation menu on the cross-point pad.
(7326.12), press [Xpt Pad Btn Assign]. • ROW-n P/P OUT1, ROW-n M/E-1 OUT1 to ROW-n M/
E-5 OUT1 (n = 1 to 4)
The Xpt Pad Btn Assign menu (7326.14) appears. • ROW-n P/P OUT6, ROW-n M/E-1 OUT6 to ROW-n M/
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The button numbers and video/key pair numbers of re- Copying
entry buttons is fixed to the following. Press and hold the [XPTPAD COPY] button on the source
cross-point pad, then press the [XPTPAD COPY] button
Button name Button V/K pair V default K default on the destination cross-point pad.
(n = 1 to 4) number number setting setting
ROW-n P/P 284 124 P/P OUT1 P/P OUT1
Notes
OUT1
ROW-n 281 121 M/E-1 M/E-1 • The settings for all page button assignments and the
M/E-1 OUT1 OUT1 OUT1 HOME page of the cross-point pad are copied.
ROW-n 282 122 M/E-2 M/E-2 • You cannot copy cross-point pad settings between the
M/E-2 OUT1 OUT1 OUT1 cross-point control block and AUX bus control block.
ROW-n 283 123 M/E-3 M/E-3
M/E-3 OUT1 OUT1 OUT1
ROW-n 285 129 M/E-4 M/E-4 Setting the Display Mode of the
M/E-4 OUT1 OUT1 OUT1
Cross-Point Control Block/AUX Bus
ROW-n 286 131 M/E-5 M/E-5
M/E-5 OUT1 OUT1 OUT1 Control Block
ROW-n P/P 294 128 P/P OUT6 P/P OUT6
OUT6 This sets the information that appears on the display of the
cross-point control block/AUX bus control block.
ROW-n 291 125 M/E-1 M/E-1
The display content and format can be selected for each of
M/E-1 OUT6 OUT6 OUT6
six types of display mode.
ROW-n 292 126 M/E-2 M/E-2
M/E-2 OUT6 OUT6 OUT6
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation >Xpt
ROW-n 293 127 M/E-3 M/E-3 Module Operation menu (7326.12), press [Display
M/E-3 OUT6 OUT6 OUT6
Mode Setting].
ROW-n 295 130 M/E-4 M/E-4
M/E-4 OUT6 OUT6 OUT6 The Display Mode Setting menu (7326.15) appears.
ROW-n 296 132 M/E-5 M/E-5 The left side shows six display modes, and the right
M/E-5 OUT6 OUT6 OUT6 side shows a list of items to display.

The re-entry video/key numbers are set as the pair numbers

2 In the <Bank Select> group, select the target bank to
set.
by default. Use the defaults as-is, since changing the
settings will make it impossible to select the correct 3 Select the target display mode to set.
signals.
4 To divide the display into upper/lower to display two
Setting the HOME page of the cross-point pieces of information, press [Split], turning it on.
pad
This sets the page that is displayed when the [HOME]
5 In the list on the right, select the item to display.
button on the cross-point pad is pressed. 6 Perform the following operations.
1 In the <Bank Select> group of the Engineering Setup • When [Split] is not lit, press [Set] in the <Lower
>Panel >Operation >Xpt Module Operation menu Area> group.
(7326.12), select the target bank to set. • When [Split] is lit, press [Set] in the <Upper Area>
group to set the display in the upper area, and in the
2 In the <Xpt Pad> group, press [Home Page Set]. <Lower Area> group to set the display in the lower
area.
3 Enter the page number to set (1 to 14) using the
numeric keypad window, then press [Enter]. To rename a display mode
The specified name is displayed on the display mode
buttons in the cross-point pad used for display mode
Copying cross-point pad settings selection.
You can copy the cross-point pad settings on the cross-
point control block/AUX bus control block to another 1 Select the target display mode to set, and press
cross-point pad. [Name].

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2 Enter a name of up to 12 characters in the keyboard
window, and press [Enter].
Settings Relating to
Note Control Panel
Lower case characters may be entered, but the entered
characters are displayed as upper case characters on
Management
the buttons in the cross-point pad.

Setting the Screen Saver

Setting Utility Bus Mode
This enables the menu display screen saver.
You can set the bus assigned to the 1st row to 4th row on
the cross-point control block when the [UTIL] button is 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Maintenance menu
pressed on the cross-point pad. (7327), press [Screen Saver], turning it on.

2 Set the following parameter.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation >Xpt
Module Operation menu (7326.12), press [Util Button No. Parameter Adjustment
Bus Assign]. 1 Sleep Time Time until screen saver starts
operation (minutes)
The Utility Button Bus Assign menu (7326.16)
appears.
The left side shows the bus currently assigned to the
1st row to 4th row, and the right side shows a list of Setting Panel Sleep Mode
assignable buses.
This mode reduces the brightness of the buttons and
2 In the <Bank Select> group, select the target bank to display on the control panel.
set.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Maintenance menu
3 In the list on the left, select the target button row to (7327), press [Panel Sleep Mode], turning it on.
assign.
2 Set the following parameter.
4 In the list on the right, select the bus to assign.
No. Parameter Adjustment
5 Press [Set]. 1 Sleep Time Time until panel sleep mode starts
operation (minutes)
To release the assignment
Select the target button row to release, then press [Clear].
To return the 1st row to 4th row assignments to Adjusting the Brightness
the default
Press [Default]. 1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Maintenance menu
(7327), select the target to set.
LCD Btn Brightness: Adjust the brightness of the
LCD buttons in the cross-point pad, Flexi Pad
control block, and utility/shotbox control block.
Display Brightness: Adjust the brightness of the
control panel display (organic EL display
devices).
Switch Brightness: Adjust the brightness of the
control panel buttons.

2 Set the following parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Brightness Brightness

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Setting the State of Buttons that are Note

Not Lit To enable this setting, the initial state of the control panel
when powered on must be set to one of the following.
In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Maintenance menu • Set to Resume mode
(7327), press [Panel Glow]. • Set to Custom mode, with [User] selected in the <Setup>
To make unlit buttons visible in dark lighting conditions group.
(dimly lit state), press [Panel Glow], turning it on. To turn
the display of unlit buttons off, press [Panel Glow], turning For details, see “Power-On (Startup) State Selection”
it off. (page 413).

Setting Beep Sound for Touch Setting the Mouse Wheel Function
Operation when Setting Parameters
In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Maintenance menu In the <Mouse Wheel Direction> group of the Engineering
(7327), press [Touch Beep]. Setup >Panel >Maintenance menu (7327), select one of the
To enable the beep sound, press [Touch Beep], turning it following.
on. To disable the beep sound, press [Touch Beep], turning Scrl Down = Clockwise: Scrolling the mouse wheel down
it off. is the same as turning a parameter setting knob
clockwise.
Scrl Up = Clockwise: Scrolling the mouse wheel up is the
Calibrating the Touch Panel same as turning a parameter setting knob clockwise.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Maintenance menu

(7327), press [Touch Panel Calibration]. Setting the Mouse Button Function
The following message appears.
when Setting Parameters
“To Perform Calibration, please touch the center of In the <Mouse Slider Control> group of the Engineering
each plus sign.” Setup >Panel >Maintenance menu (7327), select one of the
following.
2 Press [Yes]. Left Button: Dragging while holding down the left mouse
button adjusts the parameter setting button bar.
3 Press the center of the plus sign displayed on the Right Button: Dragging while holding down the right
screen. mouse button adjusts the parameter setting button bar.
The plus sign disappears and then reappears
diagonally. Note
When [Left Button] is selected, the numeric keypad
4 Press the center of the plus sign.
window is not displayed, even when a parameter setting
button is pressed.
5 Check the message, then press [Yes].

Setting the Menu to Display at

Startup
1 In the Engineering Setup >Panel >Maintenance menu
(7327), press [Initial Menu Set].

2 Enter the page number of the menu to set in the pop-up

window.

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About the operation mode

20
Switcher Configuration • Standard mode: Fix the output signal configuration for
the maximum of four outputs (Out1 to 4) of the M/E and
PGM/PST banks as follows.
- Out1: Program output
Adjusting the Reference Phase - Out2: Preview output
- Out3: Clean output
This adjusts the switcher internal reference phase. - Out4: Key preview output 1)
In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu (7331), • Multi-program mode: Increase the number of M/E or
set the following parameter. PGM/PST program systems, and assign one of the
following to up to six outputs (Out1 to 6) (M/E Output
No. Parameter Adjustment Assign).
3 Phase Switcher internal reference phase - Program outputs 1 to 4
- Preview output
- Key preview outputs 1) 1 and 2
Specifying the Video Switching - Clean output
Further, you can change the combination of signals from
Timing which the program output is configured (PGM Config).
• DSK mode: Treats PGM/PSTs as DSKs by assigning
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu one of the Out1 to Out6 program outputs of M/E-1 to M/
(7331), press [Switching Timing]. E-5 to the background. You can change the signals that
make up the program output and key preview output 1)
The Switching Timing menu (7331.8) appears.
using PGM Config and K-PVW Config.
2 Select one of the following. 1) For the key preview output, you can select either video mode (background
and key) or key mode (key only), and select the background and key (K-
Any: Not specified PVW Config).
Field 1: Field 1
Field 2: Field 2 Note

Note
When Multi-program mode is selected, two or more
transition type selection buttons may be lit on the transition
When the signal format is 720P, 1080PsF, or 1080P, the control block. Also, more than one <Transition Type>
switching timing cannot be specified. group button may be selected in the Misc >Transition
menu of each M/E and PGM/PST bank.

Setting the Operation Mode Assigning the output of each bank in

This sets the output signal configuration for each bank.
multi-program mode
In the <M/E Config> group of the Engineering Setup This configures settings when [Multi Program] is selected
>Switcher >Config menu (7331), select the operation as the operation mode.
mode for each M/E or PGM/PST bank.
Standard: Standard mode 1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu
Multi Program: Multi-program mode (7331), press [M/E Output Assign].
DSK: DSK mode (PGM/PST only)
The M/E Output Assign menu (7331.1) appears.

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2 In the status area, select the target switcher bank output
to set. No. Parameter Adjustment
2 to 5 Bkgd1 to 4 Background signal selection a)
3 In the <M/E Output Assign> group, select the output
signal to assign. a) 1 to 6: M/E1 OUT1 to 6
7 to 12: M/E2 OUT1 to 6
13 to 18: M/E3 OUT1 to 6
19 to 24: M/E4 OUT1 to 6
Setting the output configuration for each 25 to 30: M/E5 OUT1 to 6
bank
This configures settings when [Multi Program] or [DSK] 5 In each of the <Key1> to <Key8> groups, select the
is selected as the operation mode. key state.
Link: Follows the key on/off state.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu On: Key is always on.
(7331), press [PGM Config]. Off: Key is always off.
The PGM Config menu (7331.2) appears.
The status area shows the background and key
configuration assigned to the output of each bank. Setting User Regions
2 Select the target output to set. You assign user regions, comprising color backgrounds 1
and 2, AUX1 to 48, frame memory 1 to 8, and color
3 In the <Bkgd> group, select the background. correctors 1 and 2, to any of User1 to User8.

In multi-program mode, select [Clean] or [Utility2]. Note

In DSK mode, select one of [Bkgd1] to [Bkgd4], and
set the background signal. If you change the user region settings, the previously
stored snapshot data and keyframe effect data can no
No. Parameter Adjustment longer be used.
2 to 5 Bkgd1 to 4 Background signal selection a)
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu
a) 1 to 6: M/E1 OUT1 to 6 (7331), press [User1-8 Config].
7 to 12: M/E2 OUT1 to 6
13 to 18: M/E3 OUT1 to 6
19 to 24: M/E4 OUT1 to 6
The User1-8 Config menu (7331.4) appears.
25 to 30: M/E5 OUT1 to 6 The status area shows the region names and assigned
user region numbers.
4 In each of the <Key1> to <Key8> groups, select
[Enable] or [Disable]. 2 Select the target region to set.

Setting the key preview configuration

3 In the <User Region Assign> group, select the user
region to assign.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu If you do not want to assign a user region, select [No
(7331), press [K-PVW Config]. Assign].
The K-PVW Config menu (7331.3) appears. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 as required to set other regions.
The status area shows the key preview configuration
for each bank. 5 Press [Execute].
2 Select the target key preview to set. 6 Check the message, then press [Yes].
3 In the <Mode> group, select the mode (Video or Key).
If [Key] is selected, skip to step 5. Assigning PGM/PST Logically to an
4 In the <Bkgd> group, select the background.
M/E
In standard mode or multi-program mode, select You can configure PGM/PST hardware to be handled
[Clean] or [Utility2]. logically as an M/E.
In DSK mode, select one of [Bkgd1] to [Bkgd4], and
set the background signal.

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1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu Setting the aspect ratio (4:3 or 16:9)
(7331), press [Logical M/E Assign].
The Logical M/E Assign menu (7331.5) appears.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu
(7331), press [Side Flags].
The status area shows the physical M/E and logical M/
E organization. The Side Flags menu (7331.7) appears.
The status area lists the video/key pair numbers, video
2 In the <Logical M/E to Physical P/P> group, select one signal source names, and aspect ratio settings.
of the following.
P/P: Assign the physical PGM/PST as logical PGM/
2 Select the target pair number to set.
PST. To select all of the pair numbers, press [ALL].
M/E-1: Assign the physical PGM/PST as logical M/E-
1. 3 In the <Aspect> group, press [4:3].
M/E-2: Assign the physical PGM/PST as logical M/E-
2. If you select [16:9], no side flags are applied.
M/E-3: Assign the physical PGM/PST as logical M/E-
To set 4:3 video material to have side flags
3.
applied automatically
M/E-4: Assign the physical PGM/PST as logical M/E-
You can make a setting so that when a signal with aspect
4.
ratio set to 4:3 is selected in the cross-point control block,
M/E-5: Assign the physical PGM/PST as logical M/E-
side flags are automatically applied.
5.
In the Side Flags menu (7331.7), press [Auto Side Flags],
turning it on.
Note The settings are common to the M/E and PGM/PST banks.
[M/E-5] is not displayed on the MVS-8000X. To set to crop to 4:3 when a DME wipe is executed
When side flags are enabled, you can automatically crop
an image to be a 4:3 image when executing a DME wipe.
Setting DME Channel Assignments In the Side Flags menu (7331.7), press [Auto Crop],
turning it on.
You can set DME channels to use on the M/E and PGM/ The settings are common to the M/E and PGM/PST banks.
PST banks for processed keys or DME wipes.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu Adjusting the width of the side flags
(7331), press [DME Config].
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >Side
The DME Config menu (7331.6) appears. Flags menu (7331.7), press [Width].

2 Select the target M/E or P/P bank to set. 2 Set the following parameters.

3 In the <DME Channel> group, select the channel (Ch1

No. Parameter Adjustment
to Ch8) to assign.
3 Left Width of left side flag
4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 as required to make settings for 4 Right Width of right side flag
each M/E and PGM/PST bank. 5 All Width of both side flags

Enabling and disabling side flags

Setting the Side Flag Material and
Press a button in the Engineering Setup >Switcher
Operation >Config >Side Flags menu (7331.7) to display the setup
menu.
This sets the video material (4:3 aspect ratio) for applying
side flags. To enable/disable side flags in the menu
Press [Misc >Enable >Side Flags] to open the Misc
For details about side flags, see “Side Flags” (page 208). >Enable >Side Flags menu (3213) and configure the
settings (see page 208).

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To assign side flag operation buttons to cross-
point buttons
Press [Side Flags Button Assign] to open the Engineering
Settings Relating to
Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Side Flags Button Assign
menu (7322.10) and configure the settings (see page 433).
Signal Inputs
You can configure the following inputs.
Setting the Keys and DME Channels On the MVS-8000X
• Primary inputs: 1 to 144
used in a CG Border • Premium inputs: 145 to 164 (PREM1 to PREM20)
You can set the keys and DME channels used when • Format converter dedicated inputs: 165 to 180 (FC1 to
changing the position and size of the image embedded in FC16)
the CG border. On the MVS-7000X
• Primary inputs: 1 to 80
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config menu • Inputs converted using format converter: 81 to 88 (FC1
(7331), press [CG Border Int Video Ch Assign]. to FC8)

The CG Border Int Video Channel Assign menu

(7331.15) appears. Setting Through Mode
2 In the status area, select the target switcher bank to set. This sets through mode for inputs. You can set this
independently for each primary input or premium input
3 In the <Key1 CG Border Enable> to <Key8 CG (MVS-8000X only).
Border Enable> groups, select the DME channels.
Ch1-2: Set DME channels 1 and 2 for the CG border Note
with the target key (Key1 to Key8). On the MVS-8000X, the format converter dedicated inputs
Ch3-4: Set DME channels 3 and 4 for the CG border cannot be set to through mode.
with the target key (Key1 to Key8). On the MVS-7000X, through mode is disabled for the
input signals which have been converted in the format
Note converter.
[Ch1-2] cannot be selected if DME channel 1 or 2 is
assigned to the target key. Similarly, [Ch3-4] cannot
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input menu
(7332), select the target input signal to set.
be selected if DME channel 3 or 4 is assigned to the
target key.
2 To enable through mode, press [Through Mode],
turning it on.

Setting the Video Process

This sets the video process for each input signal, and
adjusts the brightness, hue and so on.

Note
If the color corrector is selected in the Engineering Setup
>Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR >Bus CCR/Input CCR/
Video Proc menu (7335.3), the video process cannot be
configured.

For details, see “Enabling the Input Signal and AUX Bus
Color Corrector” (page 467).

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input menu

(7332), press [Video Process].
The Video Process menu (7332.1) appears.

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2 Select the target input signal to set. 3 In the <CCR> group, press [CCR], turning it on.

3 Press [Video Process], turning it on. The color corrector function is enabled for the selected
input.
4 Set the following parameters. Configure each function, as required.

Note
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Video Gain Video signal gain To disable the color corrector for the selected input,
press [CCR], turning it off.
2 Y Gain Luminance signal gain
When disabled, the settings of each function of the
3 C Gain Chrominance signal gain color corrector return to their defaults.
4 Hue Delay Hue delay
To return color corrector settings to their defaults
5 Black Level Black level
Press [Unity] in the <CCR> group, check the message,
then press [Yes].
To return the parameters to their default settings The settings of all parameters for each function are
Press [Unity]. restored to their defaults.

Applying the video process effect

Setting the Input Signal Color
In the <Video Process> group of the Engineering Setup
Corrector >Switcher >Input >CCR menu (7332.5), press [Video
Process], turning it on.
If the color corrector is enabled in the Engineering Setup
>Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR >Bus CCR/Input CCR/
For details about the video process, see “Input Video
Video Proc menu (7335.3), the following color corrector
Process” (page 202).
functions for input signals cannot be set.
• Video process
• Primary Color Correction Applying the primary color correction
• RGB Clips effect
In the <Primary CCR> group of the Engineering Setup
Notes >Switcher >Input >CCR menu (7332.5), press [Primary
• Up to 32 inputs can use the color corrector. CCR], turning it on.
• The input signal color corrector cannot be used at the
same time as the AUX bus color corrector. For details about primary color correction settings, see
If inputs with color corrector enabled are selected on an “Primary Color Correction” (page 202).
AUX bus that has color corrector enabled, the input
signal color corrector will have no effect. Applying the RGB clip effect
• If inputs with color corrector enabled are selected on the
following buses, the input signal color corrector has no In the <RGB Clip> group of the Engineering Setup
effect. >Switcher >Input >CCR menu (7332.5), press [RGB
- CCR 1 and 2 buses Clip], turning it on.
- DME Utility 1 and 2 buses
- Frame memory source 1 and 2 buses For details about RGB clips, see “RGB Clips” (page 207).
• If inputs with through mode enabled are selected on a
bus that has through mode enabled, the input signal color
corrector will have no effect. Setting the Illegal Color Limiter
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input menu This sets the illegal color limiter for the signal generated
(7332), press [CCR]. by the switcher internal matte generator.
To enable, in the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input
The CCR menu (7332.5) appears. menu (7332) press [Matte Illeg Col Limit], turning it on.
The remaining number of inputs that can use the color
corrector is displayed in “Free Input CCR.”

2 Select the target input to set.

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Selecting the Primary Input to use as Converter Conversion Method” (page 460).
the Format Converter
For details about the 4K up-converter, see “Setting the 4K
On the MVS-7000X, the primary input used by the format Up-Converter Conversion Method” (page 461).
converter must be specified.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input menu

Selecting the target inputs to set
(7332), press [FC Input Select]. The same settings are applied to each of four groups: FC1
to FC4, FC5 to FC8, FC9 to FC12, and FC13 to FC16.
The FC Input Select menu (7332.3) appears.
The status area shows the format converter list on the
Notes
left and the primary input number list on the right.
• FC9 to FC12 and FC13 to FC16 can be used only on the
2 In the list on the left, select the FC (format converter) MVS-8000X.
number. • For the cross-converter, conversion method settings are
not required.
3 In the list on the right, select the primary input number.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input menu
4 Press [Set]. (7332), press [FC Adjust].

5 To enter the name of the input signal converted in the The FC Adjust menu (7332.2) appears.
format converter, press [FC Name].
Display switching buttons a)
6 Enter a name of up to 16 characters in the keyboard
window, and press [Enter].

Setting the Frame Delay Function

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input menu
(7332), select the target input signal to set.
You can select input signals for which the frame delay
function is enabled in advance.

2 Set the following parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment

a) These buttons do not appear when the frame delay
2 Frame Delay (1 to 8 frames) a) function is set.
Delay

a) When the signal format is 720P or 1080P, the delay (number of

frames) is twice the set adjustment value. 2 Press [FC Input 1-4], [FC Input 5-8], [FC Input 9-12],
or [FC Input 13-16] to select the group.

Selecting the Format Converter 3 Select the target to set.

Conversion Method
Setting the up-converter conversion
This sets the input used for the format converter and the method
conversion method.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input >FC
Note Adjust menu (7332.2), select the target input to set.

The setup menu display varies if IP converter or 4K up- 2 In the <Conversion> group, select one of the
converter is selected. following.
Frame: Conversion in frame units

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Adaptive: Automatically switching between frame
mode and field mode No. Parameter Adjustment
When [Adaptive] is selected, set the following
parameter. 2 LB Position Image position
To return the letterbox image to the center
No. Parameter Adjustment
In the <Letter Box Position> group, press [Center].
2 Motion Motion detection sensitivity a)
Select To configure the enhancer
a) 1: Still priority mode, 2: Standard mode, 3: Motion priority mode 1 In the FC Adjust menu (7332.2), press [Enhancer],
turning it on.
3 In the <Aspect> group, select one of the following.
Edge Crop: Add black bars on the left and right sides 2 Set the following parameters.
of a 4:3 aspect ratio image to convert it to a 16:9
image. Parameter group [1/2]
Letter Box: Crop the top and bottom of a 4:3 aspect No. Parameter Adjustment
ratio image to convert it to a 16:9 image.
Squeeze: Stretch a 4:3 image horizontally to covert it 2 Detail Gain Adjust the edge enhancement
sharpness
to a 16:9 image.
3 Limiter Adjust the maximum signal level to
Original image (4:3) Up-converted image (16:9) be added to the original signal
Edge Crop 4 Crisp Set the amplitude value for which
low-amplitude signals are not
enhanced
5 Level Set the luminance range for edge
Depend enhancement

Letter Box Parameter group [2/2]

No. Parameter Adjustment

2 Frequency Set the central frequency for edge
enhancement
Squeeze 3 H/V Ratio Set the horizontal/vertical ratio for
edge enhancement

Setting the down-converter conversion

method
To set the image position in edge crop up-
conversion
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input >FC
Adjust menu (7332.2), select the target input to set.
1 In the <Edge Crop Position> group of the FC Adjust
2 In the <Aspect> group, select one of the following.
menu (7332.2), press [Position], turning it on.
Edge Crop: Crop the left and right sides of a 16:9
2 Set the following parameter. image to convert it to a 4:3 image.
Letter Box 13:9: Crop the left and right sides of a 16:9
No. Parameter Adjustment image to make a 13:9 image and add black bars at
the top and bottom of the 13:9 image to convert it
2 EC Position Image position
to a 4:3 image.
To return the edge crop image to the center Letter Box 14:9: Crop the left and right sides of a 16:9
In the <Edge Crop Position> group, press [Center]. image to make a 14:9 image and add black bars at
the top and bottom of the 13:9 image to convert it
To set the image position in letter box up- to a 4:3 image.
conversion Letter Box 16:9: Add black bars on the top and
bottom of a 16:9 image to convert it to a 4:3 image.
1 In the <Letter Box Position> group of the FC Adjust Squeeze: Compress a 16:9 image horizontally to
menu (7332.2), press [Position], turning it on. convert it to a 4:3 image.

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Edge Crop Method
This sets the conversion mode for the IP converter input.

Note
Setting the conversion mode for PI converter output is not
Letter Box 13:9 required.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input menu

(7332), press [FC Adjust].
The FC Adjust menu (7332.2) appears.

Letter Box 14:9

Letter Box 16:9

Squeeze
2 Select the target input to set.

3 In the <Conversion> group, select the conversion

mode.
Frame: Conversion in frame units
Field: Conversion in field units
To set the image position in edge crop up- Adaptive Y: Detects motion in the luminance signal,
conversion and automatically switches between conversion
Set in the same way as for an up-converter (see page 459). using frame units and field units.
Adaptive Y/C: Detects motion in the luminance and
To configure the enhancer hue signals, and automatically switches between
Set in the same way as for an up-converter (see page 459). conversion using frame units and field units.
When [Adaptive Y] or [Adaptive Y/C] is selected, set
Copying format converter input data the following parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input >FC
Adjust menu (7332.2), press [Copy]. 1 Motion Motion detection sensitivity a)
Select
The Copy/Swap >Copy >Format Converter menu
a) 1: Mode with highest proportion converted from frames (still picture
(3121) appears. priority mode)
2: Mode with higher proportion converted from frames.
2 In the <Data Select> group, press [Input]. 3: Mode with higher proportion converted from fields.
4: Mode with highest proportion converted from fields (motion
priority mode)
3 Select the copy source and copy destination data.

4 Press [Copy].

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 4 Press [Super Resolution] to enable/disable the super
Setting the 4K Up-Converter resolution function.
Conversion Method When super resolution is enabled, a sharper image is
This sets the conversion method mode and enables/ produced according to the resolution and noise
disables the super resolution function used when up- processing adjustments.
converting. [Super Resolution] is enabled by factory default.
There is no need to change this under normal
circumstances, however, if you want to disable it,
Note
press [Super Resolution] to turn it off.
The conversion mode is enabled only when the input
signal format is set to 1080i.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input menu

(7332), press [FC Adjust].
The FC Adjust menu (7332.2) appears.

2 Select the target input to set.

3 In the <Conversion> group, select the conversion

mode.
Frame: Conversion in frame units
Field: Conversion in field units
Adaptive Y: Detects motion in the luminance signal,
and automatically switches between conversion
using frame units and field units.
Adaptive Y/C: Detects motion in the luminance and
hue signals, and automatically switches between
conversion using frame units and field units.
When [Adaptive Y] or [Adaptive Y/C] is selected, set
the following parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment

2 Motion Motion detection sensitivity a)
Select

a) 1: Mode with highest proportion converted from frames (still picture

priority mode)
2: Mode with higher proportion converted from frames.
3: Mode with higher proportion converted from fields.
4: Mode with highest proportion converted from fields (motion
priority mode)

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 Adjusting Video Clips
Settings Relating to
Signal Outputs 1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output menu
(7333), press [Video Clip].
The Video Clip menu (7333.2) appears.
Note

For a format converter dedicated output, Video Clip, V

2 Select the target output to set.
Blank, Through, Safe Title, and 4:3 Crop cannot be set. 3 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

Assigning Output Signals
2 White Clip Luminance signal white clip value

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output menu 3 Dark Clip Luminance signal dark clip value
(7333), press [Output Assign]. 4 Chroma Chrominance signal clip value
Clip
The Output Assign menu (7333.1) appears.
To return the parameters to their default settings
2 In the <Output Assign> group, select one of the Press [Default].
following.
[Re-Entry Source]: The following can duplicated and Setting Vertical Blanking Interval
assigned.
M/E-1 Output 1 to 6 1) Adjustment and Through Mode
M/E-2 Output 1 to 6 1)
M/E-3 Output 1 to 6 1) 1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output menu
M/E-4 Output 1 to 6 1) (7333), press [V Blank/Through].
M/E-5 Output 1 to 6 1)
P/P Output 1 to 6 1) The V Blank/Through menu (7333.3) appears.
M/E-1 to 5 Proc Video
P/P Proc Video 2 Select the target output to set.
M/E-1 to 5 Proc Key
P/P Proc Key 3 Press [V Blank Mask], and set the following
DME Monitor Video parameter.
DME Monitor Key
Color Corrector 1, 2 No. Parameter Adjustment
Undefined 2 Mask End Final value for vertical blanking
Color Bkgd 2 interval a)
Frame Memory 1 to 8
[Aux Bus]: The following cannot be duplicated and a) The adjustment range varies as follows, depending on the signal
format.
assigned. 480i: 10 to 19
Preset 576i: 6 to 22
Edit Preview 1080i/1080PsF: 7 to 20
720P: 7 to 25
AUX1 to 48 1080P: 15 to 41

1) M/E output signals assigned using the M/E Output Assign menu. To return the parameters to their default settings
Press [Default].
3 Select the output port number and signal to assign.
For output connectors not assigned, press [Inhibit].
4 To enable through mode, press [Through Mode],
turning it on.
4 Press [Set]. The through mode can be enabled for the following
outputs.
• Aux 1 to 48 outputs
• Program outputs of each M/E and PGM/PST bank
• Clean outputs of each M/E and PGM/PST bank

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 The 4:3 Crop menu (7333.5) appears.
Setting the Safe Title Area
2 Select the target output to set.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output menu
(7333), press [Safe Title]. 3 Press [4:3 Crop], turning it on.
The Safe Title menu (7333.4) appears.
Note
2 Select the target output to set. When a screen aspect ratio of 16:9 is selected for all banks
in the Engineering Setup >System >Format >Aspect menu
3 In the Misc >Safe Title menu (3221), press [Safe (7313.1), the [4:3 Crop] setting is disabled.
Title], turning it on, to enable safe title.

4 Perform the following operations.

Setting Format Converter Outputs
To display a box: Press [Box1] or [Box2], turning it
on.
To display a cross: Press [Cross], turning it on. Selecting the format converter conversion
To display a grid: Press [Grid], turning it on. method
Open the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output >FC
5 Perform the following operations, according to the Adjust menu (7333.6).
selection in step 4. The operation is the similar to setting format converter
inputs.
When [Box1] or [Box2] is selected: Set the following
parameters. For details, see “Selecting the Format Converter
No. Parameter Adjustment Conversion Method” (page 458).
2 Box Size Box size
3 Luminance Display color brightness a) Copying format converter output data

a) Adjustable for [Box2]. 1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output >FC

Adjust menu (7333.6), press [Copy].
When [Grid] is selected: In the <Grid Size> group,
select one of the following. The Copy/Swap >Copy >Format Converter menu
80.00%: Set the grid size to 80% of the screen frame. (3121) appears.
85.00%: Set the grid size to 85% of the screen frame.
90.00%: Set the grid size to 90% of the screen frame. 2 In the <Data Select> group, select [Output].
100.00%: Set the grid size to 100% of the screen
frame (full size). 3 Select the copy source and copy destination data.

6 Perform the following operations, according to the 4 Press [Copy].

selection in step 4.
When [Box1] or [Box2] is selected: In the <Box1
Adjust> or <Box2 Adjust> group, select the screen Configuring Multi Viewer
aspect ratio (16:9, 14:9, 4:3).
When [Grid] is selected: In the <Grid Adjust> group, The multi viewer is a function for splitting the screen into
select the screen aspect ratio (16:9, 4:3). sub screens and displaying assigned images in those sub
screens.
The screen can be split into 4 or 10 sub screens, and
controlled independently using a 2-system multi viewer.
Cropping a 4:3 Mode Image in an HD
system A split window is referred to as a “sub screen.”

In an HD system, this allows you to crop an image having

a screen aspect ratio of 16:9 to an aspect ratio of 4:3 for
output.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output menu

(7333), press [4:3 Crop].

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Example of 4-split screen: For details about tally settings, see “Setting the On-Air
Tally” (page 445) and “Configuring Tally Generation”
Name display (page 492).
Sub screen
Note
When [Independ] is set in the Engineering
Setup >Panel >Operation >Button Tally menu (7326.9),
multi-viewer tallies are not output.

Displaying/hiding the names of sub

screens

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output >Multi

Viewer menu (7333.9), select the target sub screen to
Example of 10-split screen: set.

2 Press [Name Enable] to display the name (Enable) or

hide the name (Disable).
To make the setting for all sub screens, press [All
Name Enable].

3 Set the display position of the name.

No. Parameter Adjustment

2 Name Horizontal position
Position H
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output menu 3 Name Vertical position
(7333), press [Multi Viewer]. Position V

The Multi Viewer menu (7333.9) appears. Note

2 In the <Multi Viewer> group, select the target to set (1 If you change any of the parameter values, the name
or 2). display position will change on all sub screens. You
cannot adjust the name display position for each sub
The status area shows a list of outputs assigned to the screen individually.
sub screens.
Assigning an output signal to a sub screen
3 In the <Split Mode> group, select the number of split
windows.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output >Multi
Split 4: Split the screen into 4 sub screens. Viewer menu (7333.9), press [Output Assign].
Split 10: Split the screen into 10 sub screens.
The Output Assign menu (7333.10) appears.
4 To add a border to the sub-screens, press [Border
2 In the list on the left, select the target sub screen to set.
Enable], turning it on.
About tally colors 3 In the list on the right, select the target output to set.
Tallies are shown on the multi viewer screen for the input
signals used in the on-air video. Note
The tally is represented by frames in the following two
colors. You can select the sub screen output from among the
Red frame: Video with a red tally. signals assigned to number 1 to 24 output connectors
Green frame: Video with a green tally. (Multi Viewer 1) and number 25 to 48 output
connectors (Multi Viewer 2).

4 Press [Set].

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Enabling AUX Mix Transitions
Settings Relating to Video
An AUX mix transition is enabled by assigning the
combination of AUX buses used in the AUX mix Switching
transition to consecutive odd-numbered and even-
numbered output connectors.
Selecting the Bank to Configure
For details about AUX mix transitions, see “AUX Mix
Transitions” (page 103). In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition menu
(7334), select the target bank to set and then configure the
Note bank.
When an AUX mix transition is enabled, the video process No. Parameter Adjustment
and color corrector for the two AUX buses operates with 1 Bank Switcher target bank selection
the settings for the odd-numbered bus.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output menu Setting the transition preview mode
(7333), press [Aux Mix]. In the <Transition Preview> group of the Engineering
Setup >Switcher >Transition menu (7334), select one of
The Aux Mix menu (7333.12) appears. the following.
One Time: The transition preview ends after a single
2 In the list on the left, select the target odd-numbered transition ends.
and even-numbered output connectors (for example, Normal: Pressing the [TRANS PVW] button switches
11 and 12). between transition preview mode and normal mode.
3 In the list on the right, select the AUX bus combination
to use. Selecting independent key transition mode
In the <Key Transition> group of the Engineering Setup
To disable AUX mix transitions, select [Disable].
>Switcher >Transition menu (7334), select one of the
following.
4 Press [Set].
Same: The transition settings for key insertion and key
removal are common.
5 Repeat steps 2 to 4 as required.
Independ: The transition settings for key insertion and
key removal are configured separately.
6 Press [Execute].

Selecting the background transition flip-

flop mode
In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition menu
(7334), press [Bus Toggle] to enable (On) or disable (Off)
flip-flop mode.
On: Flip-flop mode
Off: Bus fixed mode

For details, see “Flip-flop mode and bus fixed mode”

(page 95).

Enabling/disabling split faders

In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition menu
(7334), press [Split Fader] to enable or disable.

Enabling/disabling the fade-to-black

function
In the <FTB> group of the Engineering Setup >Switcher
>Transition menu (7334), select the program output.

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To enable fade to black, press [PGM1] to [PGM4], turning Setting the DME wipe edge softness
them on. function
You can display the input image filling the frame when
Note executing a DME wipe by disabling the edge softness
The PGM2 to PGM4 settings are only valid in multi function.
program mode or DSK mode.
Notes
Setting a preset color mix • This setting is enabled only when using the MKS-
7470X/7471X.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition menu • This setting is available only when the signal format is
(7334), press [Preset Color Mix]. 1080i/59.94 or 1080i/50.
• When side flags are enabled, this setting is available only
The Preset Color Mix menu (7334.1) appears. when [16:9] is selected in the <Aspect> group in the
Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >Side Flags
2 In the <Stroke Mode> group, select a stroke mode. menu (7331.7).
Normal: Carry out a preset color mix with two
transition operations. In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition menu
Single: Carry out a preset color mix with a single (7334), press [Full Size Edge Soft] to enable or disable.
transition operation. Disabling will disable the edge softness function in any of
the following cases.
• When [Crop] is disabled in the <Crop Mode> group in
Note
the DME Wipe >Modify menu of each switcher bank
In bus fixed mode, the setting is fixed to [Single]. • When [Crop] is enabled in the <Crop Mode> group in
the DME Wipe >Modify menu of each switcher bank
3 In the <Non Drop Key> group, select the key setting and the Top and Right parameters are set to “100.00” and
for a transition including a key. the Left and Bottom parameters are set to “–100.00”
• When the DME wipe direction is reverse and before
To execute a transition with the key state maintained, execution of the transition
press [Key1] to [Key8], turning them on.

4 To return to the previous transition type setting each

time a transition ends, press [One Time Enable],
turning it on.

Setting fader lever operations

This sets the relationship between the fader lever position
and the progress state of the transition when executing a
transition.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition menu

(7334), press [Transition Curve].
The Transition Curve menu (7334.2) appears.

2 In the <Fader Curve> group, select the fader lever

operation mode.
Normal: The transition progress is linear, according to
the fader lever position (factory default mode).
Adv Tally Mode: When the fader lever is moved from
the end of its travel, the tally is output slightly
before the transition starts.

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 1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/
Settings Relating to Keys, CCR >Bus CCR/Input CCR/Video Proc menu
(7335.3), select the target AUX bus to set.
Wipes, Frame Memory,
Note
and Color Correction When AUX mix transitions are enabled, even-
numbered buses cannot be selected as the target.

Enabling the Input Signal and AUX 2 Press [Bus CCR] to enable the color corrector (Enable)
or disable the color corrector (Disable).
Bus Color Corrector
For details about each color corrector function, see
You can use the AUX bus and input signal color corrector “Setting the Color Corrector for an AUX Bus”
instead of setting the video process. (page 196).

Note
The following configuration operations are supported only Setting the Video Process Memory
on switcher board configurations that support the input
signal color corrector. In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR
For details about the switcher board configuration required menu (7335) or the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/
for the input signal color corrector, contact your Sony Wipe/FM/CCR >Bus CCR/Input CCR/Video Proc menu
service or sales representative. (7335.3), press [Video Proc Memory], turning it on, to
enable the video process memory.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/
CCR menu (7335), press [Bus CCR/Input CCR/Video Note
Proc].
When [CCR] is selected in the <CCR/Video Proc> group
The Bus CCR/Input CCR/Video Proc menu (7335.3) of the Bus CCR/Input CCR/Video Proc menu (7335.3), the
appears. video process memory cannot be set.

2 In the <CCR/Video Proc> group, press [CCR], turning

it on. Setting Show Key
The input signal and AUX bus color corrector is
enabled for use. 1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/
CCR menu (7335), press [Show Key].
Note The Show Key menu (7335.1) appears.
When [CCR] is selected, all video process and video
process memory functions on the switcher are 2 In the <Show Key Enable> group, select the target
disabled. signal to set.
To use the video process function, select [Video
Process]. 3 To set the time for which “show key” is held, press
[Hold Time].
For details about input signal color corrector settings,
see “Setting the Input Signal Color Corrector” 4 Set the following parameter.
(page 457).
No. Parameter Adjustment
Enabling/disabling the color corrector on 1 Hold Time Show key hold time (frames)
each AUX bus
When using the color corrector, you can enable/disable the
color corrector on each AUX bus. Setting the Key Auto Drop Function
The maximum number of AUX buses that can have color
corrector enabled is 16. The “key auto drop” function automatically switches off a
particular key when you press a cross-point button in a bus
that outputs the background on the particular switcher
bank.

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When the background output bus is in flip-flop mode, this Selecting the processing order of masks
is always the A bus. In bus-fixed mode, it is either the A and borders
bus or the B bus, depending on the fader lever position.
In the <Mask/Border Process> group of the Engineering
For details, see “Flip-flop mode and bus fixed mode” Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR menu (7335),
(page 95). select one of the following.
Mask>Border: Apply the mask effect, then apply the
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/ border effect.
CCR menu (7335), press [Key Auto Drop]. Border>Mask: Apply the border effect, then apply the
mask effect.
The Key Auto Drop menu (7335.2) appears.
Selecting the key priority mode
In the <Key Priority> group of the Engineering Setup
>Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR menu (7335), select one
of the following.
Normal: The key priority sequence can be set arbitrarily.
Fix: Fixed at the currently set priority sequence.

Note
In DSK mode, [Fix] is set and the sequence cannot be
selected.

Setting the operation mode of a cross-

point hold button on the key bus
2 Press the button for the key you want to turn off
In the <Xpt Hold Mode> group of the Engineering Setup
automatically, turning the button on.
>Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR menu (7335), select one
of the following.
Key Disable: The cross-point hold button of the key bus
Automatically Naming when Saving functions as a key disable set button. When the cross-
to Frame Memory point hold button is enabled, the key settings,
including the cross-point selection information, are not
In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR reflected, even when recalling a snapshot or keyframe
menu (7335), press [FM Auto Store], turning it on. effect.
Key Dsbl with Status: Same as [Key Disable], but also
Note disables the reflection of the key on/off status.
Xpt Hold: The cross-point hold button of the key bus
When the signal format is 1080P, this function cannot be functions as a cross-point hold set button. When the
used. cross-point hold button is enabled, the cross-point
selection information in not reflected, even when
recalling a snapshot or keyframe effect.
Selecting the Bank to Configure
Note
Select the target bank to set, then configure the bank.
This setting is valid for the attributes of snapshots as well
No. Parameter Adjustment as the operation mode of the cross-point hold button.
1 Bank M/E or P/P target bank selection
Setting the operation mode when the
Selecting the key memory mode pattern limit is released
In the <Key Memory> group of the Engineering Setup In the <Pattern Limit Transition> group of the Engineering
>Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR menu (7335), select the Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR menu (7335),
mode (Full, Simple, Off). select one of the following.
Auto: When the pattern limit is released, the remainder of
For details, see “Key Memory” (page 107). the transition is executed automatically at a dedicated
transition rate.

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Manual: After the pattern limit is released, the transition
waits for the next operation, then executes. Until you
move the fader lever or press the [AUTO TRANS]
Settings Relating to
button (or [TAKE] button), the transition is not
executed.
Function Links
Setting the default wipe edge softness Setting a Cross-Point Button Link
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/ This configures the bus link function that links together
CCR menu (7335), press [Wipe Edge Default], turning two buses within the switcher.
it on.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link menu
2 Set the following parameter. (7336), press [Internal Bus Link].
The Internal Bus Link menu (7336.1) appears.
No. Parameter Adjustment
3 Soft Default value of wipe edge softness 2 Select the target link number to set.

Enabling selection of all signals for color 3 Press [Link Bus Select].
corrector input The Link Bus Select menu (7336.2) appears.
You can select signals generated internally in the switcher
as material for input to the color corrector. 4 In the <Bus Select> group, select [Master Bus] (link
To enable, in the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/ source bus).
Wipe/FM/CCR menu (7335), press [CCR Intrnl Signl
Enbl], turning it on. 5 Select the bus for the link source, and press [Bus Set].
M/E-1 to 5 Trans PGM and P/P Trans PGM can be set
Note
only when [Master Bus] is selected.
When you select an M/E re-entry signal as material for
input to the color corrector, a 1H delay occurs to the M/E Note
output signal.
With one of M/E-1 to M/E-5 Trans PGM and P/P
Trans PGM selected for [Master Bus], the link setting
become effective as soon as you start moving the fader
lever.

6 In the <Bus Select> group, select [Linked Bus] (link

destination bus).

7 Select the bus for the link destination, and press [Bus
Set].
AUX1 to 48 as Key can be set only when [Linked Bus]
is selected.

8 Select the link table, and press [Link Table Set].

No. Parameter Adjustment

3 Link Table Link table selection
No

To release the link

In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link >Internal Bus
Link menu (7336.1), select a link and press [Clear].

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 5 In the <Video/Button> group, press [Select].
Setting a Link Table
The selected video or button name is reflected in the
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link >Internal status area.
Bus Link menu (7336.1), press [Link Table Select].
To release a video/button name link
The Link Table Select menu (7336.3) appears. In the <Video/Button> group, press [Clear].

2 Select the link source and link destination signals. 6 Select the target bus to set for the GPI link.

No. Parameter Adjustment

7 In the <Bus> group, select one of the following.

4 Main No Video/key signal for link source Enable: Enable the GPI link setting for the selected
bus.
5 No Video/key signal for link destination
Disable: Disable the GPI link setting for the selected
3 Press [Link Src Set]. bus.
All Enable: Enable the GPI link setting for all buses.
To initialize the set source address
Press [Init Link Table], check the message, then press
[Yes].
Setting the delay

To change the link number and link table number 1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link >GPI Link
Select the link number and link table number, and press >GPI Link Adjust menu (7336.5), select the target port
[Link Table Set]. to set and the delay value.

No. Parameter Adjustment

No. Parameter Adjustment
1 Link No Target link number to set
1 GPI Port Target GPI output port to set
3 Link Table Link table number
No 5 Delay Delay value for the output port

2 Press [Delay Set].

Linking Cross-Point Buttons and
GPI Output Ports Setting the re-entry button operation mode
When you select a re-entry button for an M/E bank
This configures links between cross-point buttons and the (upstream M/E bank) in the cross-point control block of
[CUT] button, [AUTO TRANS] button, and [TAKE] another M/E bank (downstream M/E bank), the image of
button on the transition control block with the GPI output the upstream M/E bank is imported. If a GPI output is
ports. linked to the selected cross-point on the A bus1) of the
upstream M/E bank, the system can be set so that it triggers
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link menu the GPI output (upstream trigger).
(7336), press [GPI Link]. To enable the setting, in the Engineering Setup >Switcher
>Link >GPI Link menu (7336.4), press [Re-Entry Enable],
The GPI Link menu (7336.4) appears. turning it on.
2 Select the GPI output port. 1) When the bus fixed mode is set, the target bus changes, depending on the
position of the fader lever.
3 Press [GPI Link Adjust].
Notes
The GPI Link Adjust menu (7336.5) appears.
• Re-entry with this setting enabled is limited to 1 stage
4 Select the target to set. only.
• This setting is common to all GPI output ports.
Up to eight links can be configured for each GPI port. • This setting is enabled only when a re-entry button is
selected on buses for which GPI link is set to [Enable] in
No. Parameter Adjustment
the GPI Link Adjust menu (7336.5).
1 GPI Port GPI output port selection • The GPI output is triggered when you press a cross-point
2 Link No Link number selection re-entry button, when the re-entry button is selected by
3 Video/ Selection of video or button name macro execution, or when you press the re-entry button
Button No to link on the AUX bus remote panel.

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 6 Select the key for the link destination, and press [Key
Setting a Link Between M/E Banks Set].
The operations which can be linked are as follows. To release the link
• Transition execution (auto transition, cut, and fader lever Select the link number and press [Clear].
operation)
• Next transition selection
• Transition type selection

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link menu

(7336), press [M/E Link].
The M/E Link menu (7336.6) appears.
The status area displays a link list showing link source
banks and link destination banks (M/E and PGM/
PST), and a selection list.

2 Select the target link number to set.

3 In the <M/E Select> group, select [Master M/E] (link

source).

4 Select the M/E or PGM/PST link source, then press

[M/E Set].

5 In the <M/E Select> group, select [Linked M/E] (link

destination).

6 Select the M/E or PGM/PST link destination, then

press [M/E Set].
To also link operations other than transition
execution
Press [Transition Only], turning it off.
To release the link
Select the link number and press [Clear].

Setting Key Transition Links

The operations which can be linked are as follows.
• Auto transition
• Key on/off

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link menu

(7336), press [Key Trans Link].
The Key Transition Link menu (7336.7) appears.

2 Select the target link number to set.

3 In the <Key Select> group, select [Master Key] (link

source).

4 Select the key for the link source, and press [Key Set].

5 In the <Key Select> group, select [Linked Key] (link

destination).

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 No. Parameter Adjustment
Settings Relating to 1 Port Port selection
External Device 2 No Selection of number for action to be
assigned
Connections 3 In the <Trigger Type> group, select the trigger
polarity.

Setting the 9-Pin Port Device (Rising Edge): Trigger on the rising edge of the
input pulse.
Interface (Falling Edge): Trigger on the falling edge of
the input pulse.
This section describes settings for the REMOTE1 port as
(Any Edge): Trigger on an inversion of the
an example.
input pulse.
(Level): Trigger when the level of the input
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface
pulse is low or high.
menu (7337), press [Remote Assign].
No Operation: Not triggered by an input pulse.
The Remote Assign menu (7337.1) appears.
4 In the <Target> group, select the target bank to set.
2 In the <Remote1> group, select the device interface
M/E-1 to M/E-5, P/P: Set the actions relating to each
you want to set for the REMOTE1 port.
bank.
Editor A: Assign Editor A to the REMOTE1 port. Common/Setup: Set an action relating to all banks, or
Editor B: Assign Editor B to the REMOTE1 port. an action relating to setup.
AUX: Assign AUX to the REMOTE1 port.
5 Select the action to set.
The device interfaces which can be selected for
REMOTE2 are the same as for REMOTE1. [DME1]
No. Parameter Adjustment
can also be selected for REMOTE3, and [DME2] can
be selected for REMOTE4. 3 Action Action selection
4 Reg No Register number
Note
6 Press [Action Set].
When REMOTE3 and REMOTE4 are respectively
assigned to [DME1] and [DME2], you can switch the Trigger type and actions list 1)
AUX bus from the DME (DME-3000/7000) connected to • When the trigger type is other than “Level”
these ports. When Target is M/E-x: Cut, Auto Trans, Keyx Cut,
At this time, connect the DME input video signals and key Keyx Auto Trans, SS ? Recall, Keyx SS ? Recall, Effect
signals as follows. ? Recall, Effect ? Recall & Run, KF Run, KF Stop, KF
• DME1 video input: AUX1 output Rewind, KF Rev Run, No Action
• DME1 key input: AUX2 output When Target is P/P: Cut, Auto Trans, DSKx Cut, DSKx
• DME2 video input: AUX4 output Auto Trans, FTB Cut, FTB Auto Trans, SS ? Recall,
• DME2 key input: AUX5 output DSKx SS ? Recall, Effect ? Recall, Effect ? Recall &
Note that for a DME external video signal, you can select Run, KF Run, KF Stop, KF Rewind, KF Rev Run, No
any of AUX1 to AUX14 on the DME. Connect to the Action
selected AUX bus. When Target is Common/Setup: FM Src1 Field Freeze,
FM Src1 Frame Freeze, FM Src2 Field Freeze, FM Src2
Frame Freeze, FM Src1 Freeze Off, FM Src2 Freeze Off,
FM Src1 Clip Record, FM Src1 Clip Stop, FM Src2 Clip
Setting Switcher GPI Inputs Record, FM Src2 Clip Stop, FM1 to FM8 Clip Cueup,
FM1 to FM8 Clip Play, FM1 to FM8 Clip Stop, User1 to
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface 8 SS ? Recall, User1 to 8 EFF ? Recall, User1 to 8 EFF
menu (7337), press [GPI Input]. ? Recall & Run, User1 to 8 KF Run, User1 to 8 KF Stop,
The GPI Input menu (7337.2) appears. User1 to 8 KF Rewind, User1 to 8 KF Reverse Run, No
Action
2 Select the target to set. • When the trigger type is “Level”
When Target is M/E-x or P/P: Aspect, Bkgd A Side
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 When Target is Common/Setup: Format, Aspect, Level • When the action is “Bkgd A Side Flags” or “Bkgd B
Enable, No Action Side Flags,” the levels are fixed, as follows.
High level: Off
1) M/E-x: where x is the M/E number (1 to 5) Low level: On
Keyx: where x is the key number (1 to 8)
DSKx: where x is the DSK number (1 to 8) To set the level for the format converter

Notes 1 Select the “Format” action in step 5 in “Setting

• “Level Enable” is a function that determines whether Switcher GPI Inputs” (page 472).
GPI inputs are enabled (“Enable”) or disabled The format converter list appears.
(“Disable”) for the “Aspect” and “Format” actions that
can be used when the trigger type is “Level”. When 2 Select the target format converter to set.
“Level Enable” is used, if the input is “Disable” then it
is not possible to switch “Aspect” or “Format” by GPI 3 Refer to step 2 in “Configuring level settings”
input. (page 473) and select a setting (signal format).
If a GPI action is triggered just as system power is turned
off, such as by switching “Aspect” or “Format,” the 4 In the <FC Input/Output> group, press [H Set] or [L
action may be executed immediately before the power Set].
goes off and the power may go off before the action is
completed. This may corrupt the setup. It is therefore
recommended to use “Level Enable” to avoid such a
situation. Setting Switcher GPI Outputs
• When using the format converter with “Action” set to
“Format,” you can set the conversion format of the 1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface
format converter for “FC Input 1-4,” “FC Input 5-8,” menu (7337), press [GPI Output].
“FC Input 9-12” (MVS-8000X only), “FC Input 13-16”
The GPI Output menu (7337.4) appears.
(MVS-8000X only), “FC Output 1-2,” and “FC Output
3-4.”
2 Select the target to set.

Configuring level settings No. Parameter Adjustment

Configure the settings for low level and high level when 1 Port Port selection
the trigger type is set to “Level.”
3 In the <Trigger Type> group, select the trigger
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface polarity.
>GPI Input menu (7337.2), select an action and press
[H/L Set]. (Rising Edge): Trigger causes the relay to open
or the output to go high level, and holds this state
The H/L Set menu (7337.3) appears. for the pulse width duration.
(Falling Edge): Trigger causes the relay to
2 Select the setting. close or the output to go low level, and holds this
state for the pulse width duration.
No. Parameter Adjustment (Any Edge): When a trigger occurs, the relay
opens/closes or the output goes high/low level,
2 Item No Selection of setting for action
switching state.
3 To trigger an action when the input is high level or low Status: The relay opens/closes or the output goes
level, press [H Set] or [L Set], respectively. high/low level in response to the status.
No Operation: The trigger has no effect on the relay
If the action is “Format,” press [H Set] or [L Set] in the state or the output level.
<SWR> group.
4 Set the pulse width and timing.
Notes
• When the action is “Format,” these settings conflict No. Parameter Adjustment
with the current settings, but after making the 3 Pulse Pulse width
settings, agreement is restored after a pulse change Width
or power off/on. 4 Timing Output timing a)

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 a) 1: Field 1, 2: Field 2, 3: Any The Aux Control menu (7337.5) appears.

Note 2 In the <Control> group, select the target 9-pin port to

set.
When “Any Edge” is selected as the trigger type, only
the [Timing] parameter is available. When “Status” is Remote1: Make settings for the REMOTE1 port.
selected as the trigger type, there are no parameter Remote2: Make settings for the REMOTE2 port.
settings. Remote3: Make settings for the REMOTE3 port.
Remote4: Make settings for the REMOTE4 port.
5 In the <Source> group, select the source bank to set.
M/E-1 to M/E-5, P/P: Set the actions relating to each
3 Select the AUX bus.
bank.
Common: Set an action relating to error status.
4 In the <Control Mode> group, select one of the
following.
6 Select the action to set. Enable: Enable control of the port selected in step 2.
Disable: Disable control of the port selected in step 2.
No. Parameter Adjustment Manual: Set whether control of the port selected in
step 2 is enabled according to the setting in the
2 Action Action selection
Misc menu.
5 Reg No Register number

7 Press [Action Set].

5 Repeat steps 2 to 4 as required to set other ports.

Trigger type and actions list 1)

• When the trigger type is other than “Status” Setting the Interface Between the
When Source is M/E-x: Cut, Auto Trans, Keyx Cut,
Keyx Auto Trans, Keyx SS ? Recall, Effect ? Recall,
DME and the Switcher
Effect ? Recall & Run, KF Run, KF Stop, KF Rewind,
No Action 1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface
When Source is P/P: Cut, Auto Trans, DSKx Cut, DSKx menu (7337), press [DME Type Setting].
Auto Trans, FTB Cut, FTB Auto Trans, DSKx SS ? The DME Type Setting menu (7337.6) appears.
Recall, Effect ? Recall, Effect ? Recall & Run, KF Run,
KF Stop, KF Rewind, No Action 2 In the <DME1 Type> group and <DME2 Type>
When Source is Common: No Action group, set DME1 and DME2 to one of the following.
• When the trigger type is “Status”
When Source is M/E-x: Keyx On, No Action Dedicated: The DME is connected via a dedicated
When Source is P/P: DSKx On, No Action interface.
When Source is Common: Error Make, Error Break, No SDI: The DME is connected via an SDI interface.
Action
Note
1) M/E-x: where x is the M/E number (1 to 5)
Keyx: where x is the key number (1 to 8) If the system signal format is set to 1080P and the
DSKx: where x is the DSK number (1 to 8)
DME input/output signal format is set to Dual Link
Mode, the SDI interface cannot be selected.
Testing trigger output For details about the connection of DME units and the
In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface switcher, refer to the MVS-8000X-C/7000X-C
>GPI Output menu (7337.4), press [Test Fire]. Installation Manual.
This outputs a trigger from the selected output port.
3 In the <DME Assignment for Proc Key> group, select
one of the following.
Note
This is no output when the trigger type is “Status.” Single DME unit: Mode in which a processed key
operation is executed with a dedicated interface
DME only or an SDI interface DME only.
Dual DME units: Mode in which two processed key
Setting AUX Bus Control operations, one each using a dedicated interface
DME and an SDI interface DME, can be executed
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface simultaneously on the same M/E. When this mode
menu (7337), press [Aux Control].

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 is selected and a signal is combined with a The Editor I/F menu (7337.8) appears.
processed key that uses an SDI interface DME,
select the material for the second channel not on 2 In the <Key Off Mode> group, select the mode.
the DME external video bus, but on the AUX bus.
All: When the “All Stop” command is received, all
keys for the corresponding regions are turned off.
Specified: When the “All Stop” command is received,
Setting AUX Bus Outputs and Re- only the keys for the corresponding regions
entry Inputs specified by the editor are turned off.

This sets the signal input to the DME (AUX bus output) Note
and the signal returned to the switcher (re-entry input).
When the “All Stop” command is received during
1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface transition execution, the keys selected for the next
>DME Type Setting menu (7337.6), press [DME SDI transition are also turned off.
Interface].
The DME SDI Interface menu (7337.7) appears.

2 Select the target DME channel to set.

Note
When using the MVE-8000A, it is not possible to
select DME1 Ext In to DME8 Ext In.

3 In the <Select> group, select the AUX bus or re-entry

to assign to the DME channel.
Aux Bus: Set the AUX bus.
Re-Entry: Set re-entry.

4 Depending on the selection in step 3, set the following

parameters.
When [Aux Bus] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

2 Src No AUX bus number
When [Re-Entry] is selected

No. Parameter Adjustment

2 Src No Re-entry number

5 Press [Set].

6 Repeat steps 2 to 5 as required.

Setting the Key Off Mode for Control

from an Editor
This selects the mode for turning off keys when the “All
Stop” command is received from an editor.

1 In the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface

menu (7337), press [Editor I/F].

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About DME setup

Chapter 21
Configure DME1 and DME2. Settings Relating to
When the signal format is 1080P, up to four DMEs can be
connected, so configure DME1 to DME4. Signal Inputs
This section describes settings for DME1 as an example.
Setting Initial Crop
1 In the <Aspect> group of the Engineering Setup
>DME >Input menu (7341), select the screen aspect
ratio (16:9 or 4:3).

2 In the DME1 <Crop> group, press [Initial Crop] and

set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Top Position of top side
2 Left Position of left side
3 Right Position of right side
4 Bottom Position of bottom side

To return the settings to the defaults

In the <Crop> group, press [Unity].

Setting the Illegal Color Limiter for

Matte Signals
Enable/disable the illegal color limiter for the signal
generated by the DME internal matte generator.
To enable, in the Engineering Setup >DME >Input menu
(7341) press [Matte Illeg Col Limit] for DME1, turning it
on.

Adjusting DME System Phase

This adjusts the DME reference phase.

1 In the Engineering Setup >DME >Input menu (7341),

press [System Phase].

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2 Set the following parameters.
Settings Relating to
No. Parameter Adjustment
1 DME1 DME1 system phase adjustment Signal Outputs
Phase
2 DME2 DME2 system phase adjustment
Phase Adjusting the DME Output Video
Note Clip Level
When the signal format is 1080P, you can configure When the MVE-8000A/MVE-9000 is used with an SDI
DME3 and DME4 using the [DME3 Phase] and interface, you can adjust the DME output video clip levels.
[DME4 Phase] parameters.
1 In the <DME1 (Ch1-Ch4)> group of the Engineering
Setup >DME >Output menu (7343), press [Clip
Setting the TBC Window Center Adjust].
Position 2 Set the following parameters.

1 In the Engineering Setup >DME >Input menu (7341),

No. Parameter Adjustment
press [TBC Center].
1 White Clip White clip
The TBC Center menu (7341.1) appears. 2 Dark Clip Dark clip
The status area shows the TBC center positions for
3 Chroma Chroma clip
external input signals on each DME.
Clip

Note To return the settings to the defaults

In the <DME1 (Ch1-Ch4)> group, press [Default].
The TBC center position values for external input
signals are shown only when an MVE-9000 or MKS-
7470X/7471X is used.
Setting the Monitor Output
2 Select the target input number to set.
You can select the signals output from the four monitor
3 In the <Video/Key> group or <External Video> group, output systems.
set the TBC center position (0H, 0.5H, or 1H).
1 In the Engineering Setup >DME >Output menu
The settings in the <Video/Key> group are valid only (7343), press [Monitor Output].
when using an MVE-8000A/9000 SDI interface.
The settings in the <External Video> group are valid The Monitor Output menu (7343.1) appears.
only when using an MVE-9000 or MKS-7470X/
7471X. 2 In the <Select> group, select the target DME to set.

3 In the list on the left of the status area, select the target
monitor to set.

Note
On the MVE-8000A, when the signal format is 1080P,
Moni Out#2 and Moni Out#4 cannot be selected.

4 In the list on the right of the status area, select the

signal you want to output.

5 Press [Set].

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 No. Parameter Adjustment
Settings Relating to 2 No Selection of number for action to be
assigned
External Device
3 In the <Trigger Type> group, select the trigger
Connections polarity.
(Rising Edge): Trigger on the rising edge of the
input pulse.
Setting the Editor Protocol (Falling Edge): Trigger on the falling edge of
the input pulse.
In the <DME1 Editor Protocol> group of the Engineering (Any Edge): Trigger on an inversion of the input
Setup >DME >Device Interface menu (7344), select the pulse.
protocol of the editor port. (Level): Trigger when the level of the input
DME: Control using DME protocol through the editor pulse is low or high.
port. No Operation: Not triggered by an input pulse.
VTR: Control using VTR protocol through the editor port.
4 In the <Target> group, select what this applies to (Ch1
Note to Ch4, or Proc).
This setting is disabled for the MKS-7470X/7471X.
5 Select the action to set.

Setting the Editor Port Mode No. Parameter Adjustment

3 Action Action selection
In the <DME1 Editor Port Setting> group of the 4 Reg No Register number
Engineering Setup >DME >Device Interface menu (7344),
select the editor port mode. 6 Press [Action Set].
Common: Control channels 1 to 4 together using editor
ports 1 to 4. Trigger type and actions list
Independ: Control channels 1 to 4 individually using • When the trigger type is other than “Level”
editor ports 1 to 4. When Target is Ch1, Ch2, Ch3, or Ch4: Freeze, SS ?
Recall, Effect ? Recall, Effect ? Recall & Run, KF Run,
KF Stop, KF Rewind, KF Reverse Run, No Action
Note
When Target is Proc: No Action
This setting is disabled for the MKS-7470X/7471X. • When the trigger type is “Level”
When Target is Ch1, Ch2, Ch3, or Ch4: Aspect, No
Action
Setting DME GPI Inputs When Target is Proc: Format Aspect, Level Enable, No
Action
Set the GPI input port and trigger polarity, and configure
action settings. Notes
• “Level Enable” is a function that determines whether
Note GPI inputs are enabled (“Enable”) or disabled
On the MVE-8000A, when GPI inputs are set, the Ch1/ (“Disable”) for the “Aspect” and “Format” actions that
Ch2 settings apply to DME1/DME3, and the Ch3/Ch4 can be used when the trigger type is “Level”. When
settings apply to DME2/DME4. “Level Enable” is used, if the input is “Disable” then it
is not possible to switch “Aspect” or “Format” by GPI
1 In the Engineering Setup >DME >Device Interface input.
menu (7344), press [DME1 GPI Input]. If a GPI action is triggered just as system power is turned
off, such as by switching “Aspect” or “Format,” the
The DME1 GPI Input menu (7344.1) appears. action may be executed immediately before the power
goes off and the power may go off before the action is
2 Select the target to set. completed. This may corrupt the setup. It is therefore
recommended to use “Level Enable” to avoid such a
No. Parameter Adjustment situation.
1 Port Input port selection

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• When the DME is an MKS-7470X/7471X, “Format” is
disabled.

Configuring level settings

Configure the settings for low level and high level when
the trigger type is set to “Level.”

1 In the Engineering Setup >DME >Device Interface

>DME1 GPI Input menu (7344.1), select an action and
press [H/L Set].
The H/L Set menu (7344.2) appears.

2 Select the setting.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 No Selection of setting for action

3 To trigger an action when the input is high level or low

level, press [H Set] or [L Set], respectively.

Setting DME GPI Outputs

Set the GPI output port and trigger polarity, and configure
action settings.

Note
On the MVE-8000A, when GPI outputs are set, the Ch1/
Ch2 settings apply to DME1/DME3, and the Ch3/Ch4
settings apply to DME2/DME4.

1 In the Engineering Setup >DME >Device Interface

menu (7344), press [DME1 GPI Output].
The DME1 GPI Output menu (7344.3) appears.
The output port is fixed to number 1.

2 In the <Trigger Type> group, select the trigger

polarity.
Status: The relay opens/closes or the output goes
high/low level in response to the status.
No Operation: The trigger has no effect on the relay
state or the output level.

3 Select the action to set.

You can select Error Make, Error Break, or No Action.

4 Press [Action Set].

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About DCU setup

Chapter 22
The MKS-X7700 and MKS-X2700 system interface units Parallel Input Settings
can function as device control units (DCU) using the GPI
input/output ports and 9-pin serial port on the rear panel.
However, the system interface units (SIU) that can use the The SIU parallel input ports are assigned with the
DCU function is limited to SIU1 and SIU2 only. following priority sequence.
1. When an external box is configured in the Engineering
The settings related to the DCU function of the SIU are Setup >Router/Tally >Router >External Box Assign
configured in the Engineering Setup >DCU menu. menu (7361.1), parallel inputs are assigned to the
To configure menu settings, select [DCU1] for SIU1 or external box inputs in order.
select [DCU2] for SIU2. 2. When tally is configured in the Engineering Setup
>Router/Tally >Tally Enable menu (7364), parallel
Note inputs are assigned to tally inputs automatically.
Input ports that are not used after the configuration above
The DCU setup must be configured in the same way on can be assigned as GPI input ports in the Engineering
control panels (up to three units) that share a common SIU Setup >DCU >Input Config menu (7351).
(DCU function). After performing DCU setup on one
control panel, configure the other control panels with the
same setup.
Assigning a GPI Input Port
1 In the <DCU Select> group of the Engineering Setup
>DCU >Input Config menu (7351), select one of the
following.
DCU1: Set SIU1 ports.
DCU2: Set SIU2 ports.

2 In the <Parallel Input Assign> group, press [GPI

Input].

3 Select the input port and GPI input number.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Parallel Input port
Input
3 GPI Input GPI input

Note
On the MKS-X2700, set a port in the range 1 to 34.

4 Press [GPI Input Set].

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Releasing a GPI Input Port
Assignment
GPI Input Settings
1 In the <DCU Select> group of the Engineering Setup Configure the trigger type and other settings for each GPI
>DCU >Input Config menu (7351), select the target to input.
set (DCU1 or DCU2).

2 If [GPI Input] in the <Parallel Input Assign> group is

Configuring GPI Inputs
lit, press [GPI Input], turning it off.

3 Select a port number. 1 In the Engineering Setup >DCU >GPI Input Assign
menu (7352), select the target GPI input to set.
No. Parameter Adjustment 2 In the <Trigger Type> group, select the trigger
1 From No First port number polarity.
2 To No Last port number
(Rising Edge): Trigger on the rising edge of the
4 In the <Parallel Input Assign> group, press [No input pulse.
Assign]. (Falling Edge): Trigger on the falling edge of
the input pulse.
(Any Edge): Trigger on an inversion of the
input pulse.
(Level): Trigger when the level of the input
pulse is low or high.
No Operation: Not triggered by an input pulse.

3 In the <Target Device> group, select the control panel

to handle the GPI input.
PNL1: ID1 control panel
PNL2: ID2 control panel
PNL3: ID3 control panel
The action set in step 4 will be executed for the
switcher and DME controlled by the control panel
selected in this step.

4 Select the action to set.

No. Parameter Adjustment

2 Action Action selection
a)
4 Aux Bus AUX bus selection
No
5 Reg No Register number
a)
5 Src No Source signal selection

a) For “Aux ? O’ride Src ??” action

5 Press [Action Set].

Trigger type and actions list 1)
• When the trigger type is other than “Level”
M/E-x Cut, M/E-x Auto Trans, P/P Cut, P/P Auto Trans,
M/E-x Keyx Cut, M/E-x Keyx Auto Trans, P/P DSKx
Cut, P/P DSKx Auto Trans, FTB Auto Trans, FTB Cut,
Master SS ? Recall, SS ? Recall, M/E-x Keyx SS ?
Recall, P/P DSKx SS ? Recall, Master Effect ? Recall,

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 Effect ? Recall, Effect ? Recall & Run, KF Run, KF 1 In the Engineering Setup >DCU >GPI Input Assign
Stop, KF Rewind, FM Src1 Field Freeze, FM Src1 menu (7352), select an action and press [H/L Set].
Frame Freeze, FM Src1 Freeze Off, FM Src2 Field
Freeze, FM Src2 Frame Freeze, FM Src2 Freeze Off, FM The H/L Set menu (7352.1) appears.
Src1 Clip Record, FM Src1 Clip Stop, FM Src2 Clip
Record, FM Src2 Clip Stop, FM1 to FM8 Clip Cueup, 2 Select the setting.
FM1 to FM8 Clip Play, FM1 to FM8 Clip Stop, Shotbox
? Recall, Macro Take, Macro ? Recall, No Action No. Parameter Adjustment
Aux ? O’ride Src ?? 2) 2 Item No Selection of setting for action
• When the trigger type is “Level”
System Format, System Aspect, M/E-x Aspect, P/P 3 To trigger an action when the input is high level or low
Aspect, DME Ch1 Aspect, DME Ch2 Aspect, DME Ch3 level, press [H Set] or [L Set], respectively.
Aspect, DME Ch4 Aspect, DME Ch5 Aspect, DME Ch6
Aspect, DME Ch7 Aspect, DME Ch8 Aspect, Level If the action is “System Format,” press [H Set] or [L
Enable, Panel Status, No Action Set] in the <System> group.

1) M/E-x: where x is the M/E number (1 to 5)

To set the level for the format converter
Keyx: where x is the key number (1 to 8)
DSKx: where x is the DSK number (1 to 8)
2) When the trigger type is only “Rising Edge” or “Falling Edge”
1 Select the “System Format” action in step 4 in
“Configuring GPI Inputs” (page 481).

Notes The format converter list appears.

• “Level Enable” is a function that determines whether 2 Select the target format converter to set
GPI inputs are enabled (“Enable”) or disabled
(“Disable”) for the “System Aspect” and “System 3 Refer to step 2 in “Configuring level settings”
Format” actions that can be used when the trigger type is (page 482) and select a setting (signal format).
“Level.” If the input is disabled (“Disable”) when “Level
Enable” is selected, “System Aspect” and “System 4 In the <FC Input/Output> group, press [H Set] or [L
Format” cannot be switched by the GPI input. Set].
If a GPI action is triggered just as system power is turned
off, such as by switching “System Aspect” or “System
Format,” the action may be executed immediately before
the power goes off and the power may go off before the
action is completed. This may corrupt the setup. It is
therefore recommended to use “Level Enable” to avoid
such a situation.
• “Aux ? O’ride Src ??” switches the AUX bus input. For
example, when “Rising Edge” is selected, the configured
AUX bus input is used on the rising edge and then
returns to the original cross-point on the falling edge. If
the GPI trigger is applied repeatedly at short intervals
(0.5 seconds or less), the cross-point switching may not
be carried out correctly. In this case, apply the GPI
trigger again.
• When using the format converter with “Action” set to
“System Format,” you can set the conversion format of
the format converter for “FC Input 1-4,” “FC Input 5-8,”
“FC Input 9-12” (MVS-8000X only), “FC Input 13-16”
(MVS-8000X only), “FC Output 1-2,” and “FC Output
3-4.”
• In Dual Simul mode, you can select the target switcher
for the panel status display using “Panel Status”
(H=SWR1, L=SWR2).

Configuring level settings

Configure the settings for low level and high level when
the trigger type is set to “Level.”

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 No. Parameter Adjustment
Parallel Output Settings 4 To Port Last port number

4 In the <Parallel Output Assign> group, press [No

Output ports that are not used configuring tally can be Assign].
assigned as GPI output ports in the Engineering Setup
>Router/Tally >Tally Enable menu (7364).

Assigning a GPI Output Port

1 In the <DCU Select> group of the Engineering Setup
>DCU >Output Config menu (7353), select one of the
following.
DCU1: Set SIU1 ports.
DCU2: Set SIU2 ports.

2 In the <Parallel Output Assign> group, press [GPI

Output].

3 Select the output port and GPI output number.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Parallel Output port slot
Output Slot
2 Parallel Output port
Output Port
5 GPI Output GPI output

Note
On the MKS-X2700, select 2 for the slot and a value in
the range 1 to 36 for the port.

4 Press [GPI Output Set].

Releasing a GPI Output Port

Assignment
1 In the <DCU Select> group of the Engineering Setup
>DCU >Output Config menu (7353), select the target
to set (DCU1 or DCU2).

2 If [GPI Output] in the <Parallel Output Assign> group

is lit, press [GPI Output], turning it off.

3 Select the slot number and port number.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 From Slot First port slot
2 From Port First port number
3 To Slot Last port slot

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 5 Select the action to set.
GPI Output Settings
No. Parameter Adjustment
2 Action Action selection
Configure the trigger type and other settings for each GPI
5 Reg No Register number
output.
6 Press [Action Set].

Configuring GPI Outputs Trigger type and actions list 1)

• When the trigger type is other than “Status”
M/E-x Keyx SS ? Recall, P/P DSKx SS ? Recall, No
1 In the Engineering Setup >DCU >GPI Output Assign Action
menu (7354), select the target GPI output to set. • When the trigger type is “Status”
M/E-x Keyx SS ? Recall, P/P DSKx SS ? Recall, M/E-x
2 In the <Trigger Type> group, select the trigger Keyx On, P/P DSKx On, Error Make, Error Break, Keep
polarity. Make, Keep Break, Device Recording, No Action
(Rising Edge): Trigger causes the relay to open
1) M/E-x: where x is the M/E number (1 to 5)
or the output to go high level, and holds this state Keyx: where x is the key number (1 to 8)
for the pulse width duration. DSKx: where x is the DSK number (1 to 8)
(Falling Edge): Trigger causes the relay to close
or the output to go low level, and holds this state
for the pulse width duration.
Testing trigger output
(Any Edge): When a trigger occurs, the relay In the Engineering Setup >DCU >GPI Output Assign
opens/closes or the output goes high/low level, menu (7354), press [Test Fire].
switching state. This outputs a trigger from the selected output port.
Status: The relay opens/closes or the output goes
high/low level in response to the status. Note
No Operation: The trigger has no effect on the relay
state or the output level. This is no output when the trigger type is “Status.”

3 Set the pulse width and timing.

No. Parameter Adjustment

3 Pulse Pulse width
Width
4 Timing Output timing a)

a) 1: Field 1, 2: Field 2, 3: Any

Note

When “Any Edge” is selected as the trigger type, only

the [Timing] parameter is available. When “Status” is
selected as the trigger type, there are no parameter
settings.

4 In the <Source Device> group, select the control panel

to handle the GPI output.
PNL1: ID1 control panel
PNL2: ID2 control panel
PNL3: ID3 control panel

When the action set in step 5 is executed on the control

panel selected in this step, GPI output occurs. It is also
possible to output error information.

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 6 In the <PNL Select> group, select the control panel
Serial Port Settings (PNL1, PNL2, PNL3) used for operation of the
connected device.

This sets the protocol (device type) to match the device Clearing serial port settings
connected to a 9-pin serial port. You also select the control
panel used for device operations. 1 In the <DCU Select> group of the Engineering Setup
>DCU >Serial Port Assign menu (7355), select the
target to set (DCU1 or DCU2).
Configuring Serial Port Settings
2 Select the serial port.
1 In the <DCU Select> group of the Engineering Setup
3 Press [Clear].
>DCU >Serial Port Assign menu (7355), select one of
the following.
DCU1: Set SIU1 ports. Configuring Detailed Settings for an
DCU2: Set SIU2 ports.
External Device Connected to the
2 Select the serial port. Serial Port
After configuring the serial port, configure detailed
No. Parameter Adjustment
settings for operation of the connected external device.
1 Port No Serial port

Note Configuring detailed settings for a P-Bus

device
On the MKS-X2700, select 1 for the slot and a value in
the range 1 to 6 for the port.
1 In the <DCU Select> group of the Engineering Setup
>DCU >Serial Port Assign menu (7355), select the
3 Select the device type corresponding to the connected
target to set (DCU1 or DCU2).
device.
1. No Assign: Nothing is connected to the serial port. 2 Select the serial port connected to the target P-Bus
2. P-Bus: P-Bus compatible device device to set.
3. VTR: VTR
4. DDR VDCP: Disk recorder (video disk 3 Press [Port Setting].
communication protocol)
The P-Bus Setting menu (7355.1) appears.
5. Simple VDCP: Disk recorder with low-
The target serial port, slot number, device type, serial
performance communications (video disk
port name, and PNL number appear at the top of the
communications protocol)
status area. The device name and response speed
6. DDR Odetics: Disk recorder (Odetics protocol)
settings state for each command appears at the bottom
7. Extended VTR (Abekas A53 protocol)
on the status area.
4 Press [Device Type Set].
4 Select an ID for which to set a device name.
5 To enter the name of the serial port, press [Set] in the
5 In the <Name> group, press [Set].
<Name> group.
Enter a name of up to 16 characters in the keyboard 6 Enter a name using the keyboard window, and press
window, and press [Enter]. [Enter].
If no name is set for the serial port,
To return the device name to the default name
“DCUd_PORTs_p” is displayed.
In the <Name> group, press [Clear].
d: 1, 2 (DCU No)
s: 1 to 6 (Slot No)
p: 1 to 6 (Port No)
7 Select the target command to set.

To return the set name to the default name 8 Set the response speed.
In the <Name> group, press [Clear].

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 No. Parameter Adjustment Block Byte Item
3 Delay Response field (number of fields) BLOCK 1 HI-BYTE (DEVICE TYPE)
1
2 LO-BYTE (DEVICE TYPE)
9 Press [Delay Set].
3 HI-BYTE (FRAME) (PREROLL
TIME)
10 Repeat steps 4 to 9 as required to set other commands.
4 LO-BYTE (FRAME) (PREROLL
TIME)
Configuring detailed settings for a VTR 5 EDIT DELAY (FRAME)
6 EE DELAY (FRAME)
1 In the <DCU Select> group of the Engineering Setup
>DCU >Serial Port Assign menu (7355), select the 7 OVER RUN (FRAME)
target to set (DCU1 or DCU2). 8 TRAJECTORY
BLOCK 1 TC READ DELAY (FRAME)
2 Select the serial port connected to the target VTR to 2
2 START DELAY (FRAME)
set.
3 AFTER SYNC DELAY –
3 Press [Port Setting]. 4 AFTER SYNC DELAY +
5 MODE1
The VTR Setting menu (7355.2) appears.
The target serial port, slot number, device type, serial 6 MODE2
port name, PNL number, and timecode source appear 7 MAX PRRL SPEED
at the top of the status area. The VTR constants appear 8 QUICK PVW PRRL TIME (FRAME)
at the bottom of the status area.
6 Press [Set].
4 In the <TC Source> group, select the timecode source
(reference signal for determining the tape position). A numeric keypad window for hexadecimal input
appears.
LTC: Use LTC (Longitudinal Time Code). When
interpolation data is returned from a VTR, use that 7 Set the VTR constants using values in the range 00 to
interpolation data. FF.
LTC:VITC: Normally use LTC, except when the tape
is moving at speeds at which LTC cannot be read, 8 Press [Enter].
use VITC (Vertical Interval Time Code). When
interpolation data is returned from a VTR, use that 9 Repeat steps 5 to 8 as required to make the settings for
interpolation data. other items.
VITC: Use VITC (Vertical Interval Time Code).
CTL: Use CTL (Control) pulse or timer counter pulse.
Use this only for a tape on which no timecode is Configuring detailed settings for a disk
recorded. recorder (video disk communications
protocol)
The displayed tape position is based on the reference
signal specified here. 1 In the <DCU Select> group of the Engineering Setup
>DCU >Serial Port Assign menu (7355), select the
5 Select the target item to set. target to set (DCU1 or DCU2).

2 Select the serial port connected to the target disk

recorder to set.

3 Press [Port Setting].

When “DDR VDCP” is selected as the device type, the
DDR VDCP Setting menu (7355.4) appears.
When “Simple VDCP” is selected as the device type,
the Simple VDCP Setting menu (7355.6) appears.

4 In the <DDR Type> group, select the type of disk

recorder.

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 Player: Functioning as a player. The idle state is a state wherein a previous file has
Recorder: Functioning as a recorder. been unloaded before a new file is loaded (that is, a
state wherein no file has been loaded).
5 In the <Name Mode> group, select the file name 9. Status Sense Interval: Time until the next Status
character count mode. Sense command is issued (Simple VDCP Setting
menu only)
Fixed 8 Character: Handle as 8-character file names.
Variable Length: Handle as variable-length file 9 Set the video port number or response speed.
names (restricted to files with names of up to 23
characters).
No. Parameter Adjustment
6 In the <TC Sense> group, select the type of timecode 2 Setting Video port number or response
sense. speed

Zero based: Mode in which timecode is sensed 10 Press [Set].

(detected), taking the first frame of the recalled file
as 00:00:00:00. 11 Repeat steps 8 to 10 as required to make the settings
SOM based: Mode in which sensing occurs using the for other items.
timecode saved in the recalled file.
To enable or disable the loop and recue functions
Loop function: Replay the recalled file in a continuous
Note
loop. Press [Loop] to enable/disable the function.
The details of the above operation modes depend on Recue function: After playing the recalled file, recue to
the connected device. For more information, consult the beginning and then stop. Press [Recue] to enable/
the documentation for the connected device. disable the function.

7 When using a disk recorder that does not support the Configuring detailed settings for a disk
timecode drop frame bit, select one of the following in
the <Frame Control Mode> group. recorder (Odetics protocol)

Drop Frame: Drop frame mode. 1 In the <DCU Select> group of the Engineering Setup
Non Drop Frame: Non-drop frame mode. >DCU >Serial Port Assign menu (7355), select the
target to set (DCU1 or DCU2).
Note
2 Select the serial port connected to the target disk
This setting is only valid for the following system field recorder to set.
frequency values.
29.97, 30, 59.94, 60 3 Press [Port Setting].

8 Select the target item to set. The DDR Odetics Setting menu (7355.7) appears.
The target serial port, slot number, device type, serial
1. Video Port: Number of the video port associated port name, and PNL number appear at the top of the
with the serial port to which the setting applies. status area. The setting status appears at the bottom of
For a player, the output port setting. the status area.
For a recorder, the input port setting.
2. Maximum Open Delay: Maximum time required to 4 In the <TC Sense> group, select the type of timecode
open a file sense.
3. Maximum Cueup Delay: Maximum time required
to cue up a file Zero based: Mode in which timecode is sensed
4. Play After Cueup Delay: Delay time from the cued- (detected), taking the first frame of the recalled file
up state to begin playback as 00:00:00:00.
5. Stop Delay: Delay time from issuing the Stop SOM based: Mode in which sensing occurs using the
command until actually stopping timecode saved in the recalled file.
6. Still Delay: Delay time from issuing the Still
command until actually stopping Note
7. Continue Delay: Delay time from issuing the
Continue command until actually stopping The details of the above operation modes depend on
8. Idle Delay: Delay time from unloading a file until the connected device. For more information, consult
entering the idle state the documentation for the connected device.

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5 Select the target item to set. 4 Select the target item to set.
1. Maximum Open Delay: Maximum time required to 1. Maximum Open Delay: Maximum time required to
open a file open a file
2. Maximum Cueup Delay: Maximum time required 2. Maximum Cueup Delay: Maximum time required
to cue up a file to cue up a file
3. Play After Cueup Delay: Delay time from the cued- 3. Play After Cueup Delay: Delay time from the cued-
up state to begin playback up state to begin playback
4. Stop Delay: Delay time from issuing the Stop 4. Stop Delay: Delay time from issuing the Stop
command until actually stopping command until actually stopping
5. Still Delay: Delay time from issuing the Still
command until actually stopping 5 Set the response speed.
6. Command Delay (Auto Mode): Delay time from
issuing the Auto Mode On/Off command until the No. Parameter Adjustment
command takes effect
7. Command Delay (Out Preset): Delay time from 2 Setting Response speed
issuing the Out Preset command until the command
takes effect
6 Press [Set].
8. Command Delay (Preview In Preset): Delay time
from issuing the Preview In Preset command until
7 Repeat steps 4 to 6 as required to make the settings for
other items.
the command takes effect
9. Internal Parameter (1): Reserved for future use (set
to 255)
10.Internal Parameter (2): Reserved for future use (set
to 255)
11.Internal Parameter (3): Reserved for future use (set
to 255)
12.Internal Parameter (4): Reserved for future use (set
to 255)

6 Set the response speed or value.

No. Parameter Adjustment

2 Setting Response speed or value

7 Press [Set].

8 Repeat steps 5 to 7 as required to make the settings for

other items.

Configuring detailed settings for an

Extended VTR

1 In the <DCU Select> group of the Engineering Setup

>DCU >Serial Port Assign menu (7355), select the
target to set (DCU1 or DCU2).

2 Select the serial port connected to the target Extended

VTR to set.

3 Press [Port Setting].

The Extended VTR Setting menu (7355.5) appears.
The target serial port, slot number, device type, serial
port name, and PNL number appear at the top of the
status area. The response speed setting status appears
at the bottom of the status area.

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 Router Interface and
Tally Setup

No.
Chapter

Parameter Adjustment
23
Router Interface Settings 1 Source Source start address
2 Destination Destination start address
In this system, the interface with a router (routing 3 Level S-Bus level
switcher) uses the S-Bus protocol. It is therefore necessary
to assign inputs and outputs of the switcher and so on to S-
Bus space. Setting External Boxes 1 to 12
The settings used are common to both parallel and serial
tallies. To obtain the signal selection status of external devices
with a parallel input, assign a matrix as an external selector
to S-Bus space. Configure the matrix size, assignment
Assigning Switcher Inputs/Outputs level, source address, and other settings.
to S-Bus Space 1 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Router menu
(7361), press [External Box Assign].
Assign the switcher matrix to S-Bus space, and then select
the matrix size and positioning level, source address The External Box Assign menu (7361.1) appears.
settings, and so on.
2 In the <Device> group, select the target to set
1 In the <Device> group of the Engineering Setup (External Box 1 to 12).
>Router/Tally >Router menu (7361), select the target
device to set. 3 In the <Matrix Size> group, select the number of
inputs for the external box.
SWR1: Settings apply to switcher 1.
SWR2: Settings apply to switcher 2. No Assign: Do not use.
4×1: 4 inputs and 1 output
Note 8×1: 8 inputs and 1 output
16×1: 16 inputs and 1 output
When there are two switchers on the same network, the 32×1: 32 inputs and 1 output
SWR2 (second switcher) settings are required. If there
is only one switcher, the settings are not required.
Note
2 In the <Matrix Size> group, select the matrix size. The maximum total number of inputs for all 12
external boxes is 102.
320×348 (Standard): Assign the switcher input/
outputs to S-Bus space at 320×348 size.
272×274: Assign the switcher input/outputs to S-Bus
4 Set the following parameters.
space at 272×274 size.
182×256: Assign the switcher input/outputs to S-Bus No. Parameter Adjustment
space at 182×256 size. 1 Source Source start address
136×138: Assign the switcher input/outputs to S-Bus 2 Destination Destination start address
space at 136×138 size.
128×128: Assign the switcher input/outputs to S-Bus 3 Level S-Bus level
space at 128×128 size.

3 Set the following parameters.

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Coupling external boxes
By coupling a number of external boxes, the number of Tally Group Settings
inputs can be increased.
This section describes the coupling of external boxes 1 and
2 as an example. Using the S-Bus protocol, tally control is possible for
groups 1 to 8.
1 In the <Device> group of the Engineering Setup In this system, you select groups to use from among groups
>Router/Tally >Router >External Box Assign menu 1 to 4 or among groups 5 to 8. You can also set whether or
(7361.1), select [External Box1]. not to transfer the tally information over the S-Bus.

2 In the <Matrix Size> group, select [8×1]. 1 Open the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Group
Tally menu (7362).
3 Set the following parameters.
2 To use both groups 1 to 4 and groups 5 to 8, press [All
No. Parameter Adjustment
Group Enable], turning it on.
1 Source Source start address 3 In the <Tally Group> group, select groups from among
2 Destination Destination start address groups 1 to 4 or among groups 5 to 8.
3 Level S-Bus level
To select more than one group, select groups with
4 In the <Device> group, select [External Box2]. consecutive numbers from among the groups.

5 In the <Matrix Size> group, select [32×1]. 4 To enable tally information on the S-Bus, press [SBus
Tally Enable], turning it on.
6 Set the parameters.
Set the [Destination] and [Level] parameters to the
same values set in step 3.
This automatically couples external boxes 1 and 2,
which can be used an external box with 40 (8+32)
inputs.

Setting the group number of an S-Bus

description name
Set the group number of an S-Bus description name.

1 In the <Alias Name Gp> group of the Engineering

Setup >Router/Tally >Router menu (7361), press [Gp
No].

2 Set the following parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Gp No Group number of S-Bus description
name a)

a) When a value of 1 to 7 is selected, a “0” description name appears if

a name is not set.
If the “0” description name is also not registered, “Type” and “No”
appears.

3 In the <Alias Name Gp> group, press [Set].

Note
Send the description name selected here from the router.

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 No. Parameter Adjustment
Wiring Settings 1 Destination Destination address
(Address)

When configuring a system in which the switcher inputs 2 Destination Destination level
(Level)
and outputs are connected to a router, the connection
configuration (referred to as “wiring”) must be set S-Bus 3 Source Source address
(Address)
space (inputting physical connection information).
The settings used are common to both parallel and serial 4 Source Source level
tallies. (Level)

3 Press [Execute].

Configuring Wiring
Deleting Wiring Settings
1 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Wiring
menu (7363), press [New].
1 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Wiring
The New menu (7363.1) appears. menu (7363), select the wiring.

2 Set the destination. 2 Press [Delete].

When configuring more than one wiring setting, you

can specify the destination start and end addresses.
Sorting Wiring Settings
No. Parameter Adjustment
In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Wiring menu
1 Destination Destination start address (7363), press [Sort].
(From)
The sorting of wiring settings is executed in the following
2 Destination Destination end address sequence.
(To)
Destination level order (ascending) t Destination
3 Destination Destination level address order (ascending) t Source level order
(Level) (ascending)
3 Set the source.

No. Parameter Adjustment

4 Source Source start address
(From)
5 Source Source level
(Level)

4 Press [Execute].

Modifying Wiring Settings

1 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Wiring
menu (7363), press [Modify].
The Modify menu (7363.2) appears.

2 Set the destination and source.

It is not possible to modify the settings for multiple
destinations at the same time.

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 The Modify menu (7364.2) appears.
Tally Generation Settings 2 Refer to steps 2 to 5 in “Configuring Tally
Generation” (page 492) and modify the parameters.
Specify the destination to be the reference for tally
generation, and configure the settings.
3 Press [Execute].
The settings used are common to both parallel and serial
tallies.
Deleting Tally Generation

Configuring Tally Generation 1 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Tally Enable

menu (7364), select the tally generation.
1 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Tally Enable
2 Press [Delete].
menu (7364), press [New].
The New menu (7364.1) appears.

2 Set the following parameters.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Destination Destination address
Address
2 Destination Destination level
Level
3 Tally Type Tally type a)

a) 1: R1, 2: G1, 3: R2, 4: G2, 5: R3, 6: G3, 7: R4, 8: G4, 9: R5, 10: G5,
11: R6, 12: G6, 13: R7, 14: G7, 15: R8, 16: G8 (R stands for Red
Tally, and G for Green Tally)

3 In the <Tally Enable> group, specify the tally

generation mode.
Enable: Always generate a tally.
Disable: Never generate a tally.
Tally Input: Generate a tally from the tally input state.

4 When [Tally Input] is selected in step 3, select one of

the following in the <Tally Input> group.
DCU1: Generate tally with reference to signal that is
input on the SIU1 (DCU function) port.
DCU2: Generate tally with reference to signal that is
input on the SIU2 (DCU function) port.
Select the tally input port number using the following
parameter.

No. Parameter Adjustment

5 Input Port Tally input port number

5 Press [Execute].

Modifying Tally Generation

1 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Tally Enable
menu (7364), press [Modify].

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 Deleting Tally Copy
Tally Copy Settings
1 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Tally Copy
menu (7365), select the tally copy.
You can copy the tally information for a particular source
to a different source.
The settings used are common to both parallel and serial
2 Press [Delete].
tallies.

Configuring Tally Copy

1 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Tally Copy
menu (7365), press [New].
The New menu (7365.1) appears.

2 Set the source to copy.

When setting more than one tally copy, you can
specify the copy-from source start and end addresses.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Copy From Copy-from source start address
(From)
2 Copy From Copy-from source end address
(To)

3 Set the source on the copy destination.

No. Parameter Adjustment

3 Copy To Copy-to source start address
(From)
4 Copy To Copy-to source end address
(To)

4 Press [Execute].

Modifying Tally Copy

1 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Tally Copy
menu (7365), press [Modify].
The Modify menu (7365.2) appears.

2 Select the copy-from and copy-to sources.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Copy From Copy-from source
2 Copy To Copy-to source

3 Press [Execute].

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 No. Parameter Adjustment
Parallel Tally Settings 3 Type Tally type a)

a) 1: R1, 2: G1, 3: R2, 4: G2, 5: R3, 6: G3, 7: R4, 8: G4, 9: R5, 10: G5,
Configure the parallel port on which to output tally 11: R6, 12: G6, 13: R7, 14: G7, 15: R8, 16: G8 (R stands for Red
information for each source and destination. For each tally Tally, and G for Green Tally)
output terminal number, specify the tally type, and source
address or destination level and address. 7 Press [Execute].

Configuring/Modifying Parallel Tally Deleting Parallel Tally

1 In the <Device> group of the Engineering Setup 1 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Parallel
>Router/Tally >Parallel Tally menu (7366), select one Tally menu (7366), select the parallel tally.
of the following.
2 Press [Clear].
DCU1: Set the SIU1 (DCU function) parallel tally.
DCU2: Set the SIU2 (DCU function) parallel tally.

2 Select the slot number and port number.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Slot No Parallel tally slot number
2 Port No Parallel tally port number

Note
On the MKS-X2700, select 2 for the slot and a value in
the range 1 to 36 for the port.

3 Press [Set].
The Set menu (7366.1) appears.

4 In the <Source/Destination> group, select the tally

type.
Src: Return a tally to all sources that are output to the
destination.
Dest: Return a tally to destinations outputting sources
that return a tally using source tally.

5 Set the destination address and level.

The level setting is only required when [Dest] is
selected in step 4.

No. Parameter Adjustment

1 Address Destination address
2 Level Destination level

6 To set the tally type, set the following parameter.

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 Clearing Source Address Settings
Serial Tally Settings
To clear a source address setting for each bit
In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Serial Tally
There are two serial tally ports in each system interface >Source Assign menu (7367.1), select the serial tally port
unit. and bit number, then press [Clear].
Configure settings, including tally type and source The source address setting for the selected bit is cleared.
address, for each serial tally port.
To clear all source address settings
In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Serial Tally
Note
>Source Assign menu (7367.1), select the serial tally port
The system interface units that support serial tally output and press [All Clear]. Check the message, then press [Yes].
are SIU1 to SIU4. All source address settings for the selected serial tally port
are cleared.
To return all source address settings to the
Configuring/Modifying Serial Tally default
In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Serial Tally
1 In the <Serial Tally Port> of the Engineering Setup >Source Assign menu (7367.1), select the serial tally port
>Router/Tally >Serial Tally menu (7367), select the and press [Default Recall]. Check the message, then press
target port to set. [Yes].
All source address settings for the selected serial tally port
2 In the <Tally Group> group, select the tally group. are returned to the defaults.

3 In the <Tally Type> group, select the tally types.

Up to four tally types can be selected.

Note
The selectable tally types depend on the setting
selected in step 2.

4 In the <Tally Data Size> group, select the data size.

128 Bit: 128 bits
256 Bit: 256 bits

Configuring the Serial Tally Source

Address
1 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Serial Tally
menu (7367), press [Source Assign].
The Source Assign menu (7367.1) appears.

2 In the <Serial Tally Port> group, select the target port

to set.

3 Select the bit number of the port.

4 Select the source address.

5 Press [Source Address Set].

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 User Setup

4
Chapter 24
Enter a name of up to 16 characters in the keyboard
Source Patching window, and press [Enter].

5 Repeat steps 2 to 4 to set all of the necessary names.

Source patching is a function that automatically converts
recorded signal pairs into data that allows key snapshots,
6 Press [File >Exp Usr Src Name].
snapshots, and keyframes to be used without modification The File >Setup, Init, VKMem >Export User Source
on other systems. Name menu (7116) appears.

In the following description, there are two different 7 Select the removable drive in the export destination
switcher systems referred to as switcher A and switcher B. control device selection area, and press [t Export].
The user source name file is exported to the removable
drive.
Source Patching Operation Flow
To apply the pair settings in the patch table to the
On switcher A, assign a name (user source name) to each
menu
signal pair. Press [Apply Patch Tbl].
r
Export a user source name file to a removable drive.
Creating a Patch Table (Conversion
r
On switcher B, import the user source names from the
Table)
removable drive.
Load the removable drive created on switcher A onto
r switcher B, and use the following procedure.
Create a signal pair conversion correspondence table (patch
table). 1 Open the User Setup >Source Patch >Patch Table
r menu (7212).
On switcher B, recall the snapshot, key snapshot, or
keyframe file created using switcher A (signal pairs are 2 Press [File >Imp Usr Src Name].
substituted according to the patch table).
The File >Setup, Init, VKMem >Import User Source
Name menu (7117) appears.
Exporting a User Source Name File 3 Select the removable drive in the import source control
to a Removable Drive device selection area, and press [T Import].

On switcher A, use the following procedure. The user source name file is imported from the
removable drive.
1 Open the User Setup >Source Patch >User Source
Name menu (7211). 4 Press [Patch Table Assign].

2 In the list on the left, select the pair to set. The Patch Table Assign menu (7212.1) appears.
The switcher A user source names imported in step 3
3 Press [Usr Src Name]. are displayed in the list on the left. The video and key

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 pairs configured on switcher B are displayed in the list 1 In the User Setup >Source Patch >Patch Table menu
on the right. (7212), press [File >Snapshot].
The File >Snapshot >Snapshot menu (7131) appears.
User source names

Signal pairs

Src Patch Link button

5 In the list on the left, select the target user source name 2 In the list on the right, select the file you want to recall
to set. to the register.
6 In the list on the right, select the signal pair you want 3 Press [Src Patch Link], turning it on.
to assign.

7 In the <Table Assign> group, press [Set].

4 Press [T Load].
The snapshot substituted for the signal pair, according
The video/key signal name selected in the list on the to the patch table, is recalled on switcher B.
right is reflected in the list on the left.

8 Repeat steps 5 to 7 to create the patch table.

You can also perform the following edit functions.
To insert above the signal name selected in the list
on the left
In the <Table Assign> group, press [Insert].
To delete the signal name selected in the list on the
left
In the <Table Assign> group, press [Delete].

Replacing Signal Pairs Using the

Patch Table
Source patching is useful for key snapshots, snapshots, and
keyframes.
This section describes operation of snapshots as an
example.

Copy a snapshot file created on switcher A to the

removable drive in preparation.

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 Diagnosis Chapter 25
Communications Status
In the Diag menu, you can check the LAN
communications status within the system.

Communications Status Display

Open the Diag >System Info >LAN Status menu (7431).

The following information is displayed.

Device: Devices that send information
Target: Devices that receive information
Status: Connection status
• Connected: Ready for communication from Device
to Target.
• Not Connected: Not Ready for communication from
Device to Target.

Note
System configuration devices are displayed only when
connected.

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 Appendix

Wipe Pattern List

Interpreting the illustrations for patterns Note
The black part of the pattern represents the old video, and
the white part the new video, with the wipe taking place in When 3M/E mode or 4M/E mode is selected on the MVS-
the direction of the arrow. 7000X, there are cases in which “U2” (utility 2 bus)
appears as “U1” (utility 1 bus), and “U2” does not appear.

Wipe Pattern List

Standard wipes

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24

Enhanced wipes

26 27 29 49 300 301 302 303 304

Rotary wipes

100 101 102 103 104 105 106 107 150 151

156 158 160 162 516 518 604 606 624 661

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Mosaic wipes

200 201 202 203 206 207 208 209 210 211

212 213 220 221 222 223 224 225 226 227

228 229 230 231 232 233 234 235 236 237

238 239 240 241 242 243 244 245 246 247

250 251 252 253 254 255 256 257 260 261

262 263 264 265 266 267 268 269

Random/diamond dust wipes

270 271 272 273 274

DME Wipe Pattern List

DME wipe patterns available in 1-channel mode

Slide

1001 1002 1003 1004 1005 1006 1007 1008

Split

1011 1012 1013

Squeeze

1021 1022 1023 1024 1025 1026 1027 1028 1029 1030

500
 1031

Door

1041 1042 1043 1044 1045 1046 1047 1048

2D trans

1051 1052 1053 1054 1055 1056 1057 1058 1061 1062

1063 1064 1068

3D trans

1071 1072 1074 1076 1077 1088 1091 1092 1093 1094
Flip tumble

1101 1102 1103 1104 1109 1110 1121 1122 1124 1131

1132 1133 1135

Frame in-out

1201 1202 1203 1204 1205 1206 1207 1208 1221 1222

1223 1224
Picture-in-picture

1251
Page turn

1301 1302 1303 1304 1305 1306 1307 1308 1309 1310

501
 1311 1312 1313 1315 1316 1317 1318 1341 1342 1343

1344 1345

Roll

1321 1322 1323 1324 1325 1326 1327 1328 1329 1330

1331 1332 1333 1335 1336 1337 1338 1346 1347 1348

1349 1350

Mirror

1355 1356 1357 1358

Sphere

1365
Character trail

1371 1372
Wave

1378 1379
Ripple

1381
Split slide

1384 1385 1386 1387 1388 1389

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Sparkle

1391 1393 1394 1396 1398 1399

Mosaic

1701
Defocus

1702
User programmable DME
The illustrations for patterns 1901 to 1999 show an effect register number or register name.

1901 1999

DME wipe patterns available in 2-channel mode

Slide

2601 2602 2603 2604 2605 2606 2607 2608

Squeeze

2621 2622 2623 2624 2625 2626 2627 2628

3D trans

2631 2632 2633 2634 2642 2644

Picture-in-picture

2651 2652
Page turn

2701 2702 2703 2704 2705 2706 2707 2708 2709 2710

2711 2712 2713 2715 2716 2717 2718 2741 2742 2743

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Roll

2721 2722 2723 2724 2725 2726 2727 2728 2729 2730

2731 2732 2733 2735 2736 2737 2738 2746 2747 2748

2749 2750

Brick

2801 2802 2803 2804 2811 2812 2813 2814

Frame in-out

2851 2852 2853 2854 2861 2862 2863 2864

User programmable DME
The illustrations for patterns 2901 to 2999 show an effect register number or register name.

2901 2999

DME wipe patterns available in 3-channel mode

Brick

3601
User programmable DME
The illustrations for patterns 3901 to 3999 show an effect register number or register name.

3901 3999

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Resizer DME Wipe Pattern List
Slide

7001 7002 7003 7004 7005 7006 7007 7008

Squeeze

7021 7022 7023 7024 7025 7026 7027 7028 7029 7030

7031

Frame in-out

7201 7202 7203 7204 7205 7206 7207 7208 7221 7222

7223 7224

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Menu Tree
This shows the configuration of each menu. Menus that support default recall
The following menus support restoring parameter values
Note and enable/disable settings to the default state using the
[Default Recall] button.
Some menus and unsupported functions may not appear,
depending on the system configuration. • Functional units (VF button units)
- M/E-1 to M/E-5 menus
For details, see “Disabled Operation and Settings Menus” - PGM/PST menu
(page 529). - Color Bkgd menu
- CCR >CCR1 menu and CCR >CCR2 menu
• Parameter units
- Menus that display “Yes” in the “Default Recall”
column in the menu tree.

M/E-1 Menu
The functions and configuration of the M/E-1, M/E-2, M/ • M/E-5 menu: 82XX, 86XX
E-3, M/E-4, and M/E-5 menus are the same. This section describes the M/E-1 pages as an example.
But the menu page numbers vary as follows.
• M/E-1 menu: 11XX, 15XX Note
• M/E-2 menu: 12XX, 16XX
• M/E-3 menu: 13XX, 17XX M/E-5 menus are displayed only in 6M/E configurations
• M/E-4 menu: 81XX, 85XX on the MVS-7000X.

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: Key1 a) HF1: Type (1111) Yes g)
VF2: Key2 a)
Chroma Adjust (1111.1) Yes g)
VF3: Key3 a)
a)
VF4: Key4 Matte Adjust (1111.2) b) Yes
c)
Mix Ptn Select (1112.2) Yes
VF1: Key5 a)
VF2: Key6 a) Pattern Select (1116.2) c)
–
VF3: Key7 a)
Matte Adjust (1112.1) Yes g)
VF4: Key8 a)
Wipe Adjust (1116.1) Yes g)
d)
Pattern Select (1116.2) –
d) e)
Main Pattern (1151) Yes
b) d)
Signal Select (1111.3) –
Key Priority (1173) –

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VF1: Key1 a) HF2: Edge (1112) Yes
VF2: Key2 a)
Matte Adjust (1112.1) Yes g)
VF3: Key3 a)
VF4: Key4 a) Mix Ptn Select (1112.2) Yes
Zabton Adjust (1112.3) Yes
VF1: Key5 a)
VF2: Key6 a) Mix Ptn Select (1112.2) f) Yes
VF3: Key7 a) f)
Pattern Select (1116.2) –
VF4: Key8 a)
f)
Main Mask (1113) Yes g)
Matte Adjust (1112.1) Yes g)
Wipe Adjust (1116.1) Yes g)
Key Delay Mode (1112.4) –
HF3: Main Mask (1113) Yes g)
Mask Ptn Select (1113.1) Yes
HF4: Sub Mask (1114) Yes
e)
Main Pattern (1151) Yes
HF5: Processed Key/Resizer (1115) Yes
Monitor (1115.1) –
Border/Crop (1115.2) Yes
Resizer Process (1115.3) Yes
Enhanced Effect (1115.4) Yes
Mask (1115.5) Yes
Rotation (1115.6) Yes
HF6: Transition (1116) Yes g)
Wipe Adjust (1116.1) Yes g)
Pattern Select (1116.2) –
DME Wipe Adjust (1116.3) Yes
1ch Pattern Select (1116.4) –
2ch Pattern Select (1116.5) –
Remove From Begin (1116.7) –
HF7: Video Process (1117) Yes
e)
VF5: Wipe HF1: Main Pattern (1151) Yes
HF2: Pattern Mix (1152) Yes
HF3: Sub Pattern (1153) Yes
HF4: Edge/Direction (1154) e) Yes g)
Matte Adjust (1154.1) Yes g)
Mix Ptn Select (1154.2) Yes
e)
HF5: Main Modify (1155) Yes g)
Multi Adjust (1155.1) Yes
HF6: Sub Modify (1156) Yes g)
Multi Adjust (1156.1) Yes
e)
HF7: Wipe Snapshot (1157) –
DME Wipe Snapshot (1167) e) –

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VF6: DME Wipe HF1: 1ch (1161) e) –
e)
HF2: 2ch (1162) Yes
e)
HF3: 3ch (1163) Yes
e) Yes g)
HF4: Edge/Direction (1164)
Matte Adjust (1154.1) Yes g)
e)
HF5: Modify (1165) Yes
Remove From Begin (1165.1) e)
–
e)
HF7: DME Wipe Snapshot (1167) –
Wipe Snapshot (1157) e) –
e)
VF7: Misc HF1: Transition (1171) Yes g)
Clip Transition (1176) e) Yes g)
HF2: Video Process (1172) Yes
HF3: Key Priority (1173) –
HF4: Next Key Priority (1174) –
HF5: Key Assign (1175) –
e) Yes g)
HF6: Clip Transition (1176)
Clip (1176.1) e) –
e) Yes g)
Transition (1171)
Snapshot (1177) e) –
e)
HF7: Snapshot (1177) –

a) The VF1 to VF4 buttons switch display between Key1 to Key4 and Key5 to Key8.
For Key2 to Key8, the menu page number changes as follows.
Key2: 112X, Key3: 113X, Key4: 114X, Key5: 151X, Key6: 152X, Key7: 153X, Key8: 154X
b) When [Matte] is selected in the <Key Fill> group, the Matte Adjust menu (1111.2) is displayed, and when [Key Bus] is selected, the Signal Select menu
(1111.3) is displayed.
c) When [Key Edge Pattern] is selected in the <Mix Pattern> group, the Mix Ptn Select menu (1112.2) is displayed, and when [Key Wipe] is selected, the Pattern
Select menu (1116.2) is displayed.
d) When [Key Wipe Pattern] is selected in the <Key Type> group, the Pattern Select menu (1116.2) is displayed, when [Wipe Pattern] is selected, the Main
Pattern menu (1151) is displayed, and when another option is selected, the Signal Select menu (1111.3) is displayed.
e) In Multi Program 2 mode, the menus for sub are given by the page number for main + 400.
f) When [Key Edge Pattern] is selected in the <Zabton Pattern> group, the Mix Ptn Select menu (1112.2) is displayed, when [Key Wipe] is selected, the Pattern
Select menu (1116.2) is displayed, and when [Mask Pattern] is selected, the Main Mask menu (1113) is displayed.
g) Some parameters cannot be reset to default values using Default Recall.

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PGM/PST Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

a)
VF1: DSK1 HF1: Type (1411) Yes g)
a)
VF2: DSK2
a) Chroma Adjust (1411.1) Yes g)
VF3: DSK3
a)
VF4: DSK4 Matte Adjust (1411.2) b) Yes
c)
Mix Ptn Select (1412.2) Yes
VF1: DSK5 a)
VF2: DSK6 a) Pattern Select (1416.2) c)
–
VF3: DSK7 a)
Matte Adjust (1412.1) Yes g)
VF4: DSK8 a)
Wipe Adjust (1416.1) Yes g)
Pattern Select (1416.2) d) –
d) e)
Main Pattern (1451) Yes
Signal Select (1411.3) b)d) –
Key Priority (1473) –
HF2: Edge (1412) Yes
Matte Adjust (1412.1) Yes g)
Mix Ptn Select (1412.2) Yes
Zabton Adjust (1412.3) Yes
f)
Mix Ptn Select (1412.2) Yes
f)
Pattern Select (1416.2) –
Main Mask (1413) f) Yes g)
Matte Adjust (1412.1) Yes g)
Wipe Adjust (1416.1) Yes g)
Key Delay Mode (1412.4) –
HF3: Main Mask (1413) Yes g)
Mask Ptn Select (1413.1) Yes
HF4: Sub Mask (1414) Yes
e)
Main Pattern (1451) Yes
HF5: Processed Key/Resizer (1415) Yes
Monitor (1415.1) –
Border/Crop (1415.2) Yes
Resizer Process (1415.3) Yes
Enhanced Effect (1415.4) Yes
Mask (1415.5) Yes
Rotation (1415.6) Yes
HF6: Transition (1416) Yes g)
Wipe Adjust (1416.1) Yes g)
Pattern Select (1416.2) –
DME Wipe Adjust (1416.3) Yes
1ch Pattern Select (1416.4) –
2ch Pattern Select (1416.5) –
Remove From Begin (1416.7) –
HF7: Video Process (1417) Yes

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VF5: Wipe HF1: Main Pattern (1451) e) Yes
HF2: Pattern Mix (1452) Yes
HF3: Sub Pattern (1453) Yes
e) Yes g)
HF4: Edge/Direction (1454)
Matte Adjust (1454.1) Yes g)
Mix Ptn Select (1454.2) Yes
e)
HF5: Main Modify (1455) Yes g)
Multi Adjust (1455.1) Yes
HF6: Sub Modify (1456) Yes g)
Multi Adjust (1456.1) Yes
e)
HF7: Wipe Snapshot (1457) –
e)
DME Wipe Snapshot (1467) –
VF6: DME Wipe HF1: 1ch (1461) e) –
HF2: 2ch (1462) e) Yes
e)
HF3: 3ch (1463) Yes
e) Yes g)
HF4: Edge/Direction (1464)
Matte Adjust (1454.1) Yes g)
e)
HF5: Modify (1465) Yes
e)
Remove From Begin (1465.1) –
e)
HF7: DME Wipe Snapshot (1467) –
Wipe Snapshot (1457) e) –
e) Yes g)
VF7: Misc HF1: Transition (1471)
Clip Transition (1476) e) Yes g)
HF2: Video Process (1472) Yes
HF3: Key Priority (1473) –
HF4: Next Key Priority (1474) –
HF5: Key Assign (1475) –
e) Yes g)
HF6: Clip Transition (1476)
Clip (1476.1) e) –
e) Yes g)
Transition (1471)
Snapshot (1477) e) –
e)
HF7: Snapshot (1477) –

a) The VF1 to VF4 buttons switch display between DSK1 to DSK4 and DSK5 to DSK8.
For DSK2 to DSK8, the menu page number changes as follows.
DSK2: 142X, DSK3: 143X, DSK4: 144X, DSK5: 181X, DSK6: 182X, DSK7: 183X, DSK8: 184X
b) When [Matte] is selected in the <Key Fill> group, the Matte Adjust menu (1411.2) is displayed, and when [Key Bus] is selected, the Signal Select menu
(1411.3) is displayed.
c) When [Key Edge Pattern] is selected in the <Mix Pattern> group, the Mix Ptn Select menu (1412.2) is displayed, and when [Key Wipe] is selected, the Pattern
Select menu (1416.2) is displayed.
d) When [Key Wipe Pattern] is selected in the <Key Type> group, the Pattern Select menu (1416.2) is displayed, when [Wipe Pattern] is selected, the Main
Pattern menu (1451) is displayed, and when another option is selected, the Signal Select menu (1411.3) is displayed.
e) In Multi Program 2 mode, the menus for sub are given by the page number for main + 400.
f) When [Key Edge Pattern] is selected in the <Zabton Pattern> group, the Mix Ptn Select menu (1412.2) is displayed, when [Key Wipe] is selected, the Pattern
Select menu (1416.2) is displayed, and when [Mask Pattern] is selected, the Main Mask menu (1413) is displayed.
g) Some parameters cannot be reset to default values using Default Recall.

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Color Bkgd Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: Color Bkgd1 (2210) Yes a)
Mix Ptn Select (2210.1) Yes a)
VF2: Color Bkgd2 (2220) Yes a)
Mix Ptn Select (2220.1) Yes a)
a) Some parameters cannot be reset to default values using Default Recall.

Aux Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: Aux Bus HF1: Video Process (2311) Yes
HF2: CCR (2312) Yes

CCR Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: CCR1 HF1: Input Process (2411) Yes
HF2: Primary CCR (2412) Yes a)
Mask 1 Adjust (2412.1) Yes a)
Mask Ptn Select (2412.2) Yes
Mask 2 Adjust (2412.3) Yes a)
Mask Ptn Select (2412.4) Yes
HF3: Secondary CCR (2413) Yes a)
Mask 1 Adjust (2412.1) Yes a)
Mask Ptn Select (2412.2) Yes
Mask 2 Adjust (2412.3) Yes a)
Mask Ptn Select (2412.4) Yes
HF5: Luminance Process (2415) Yes
HF6: Spot CCR/Output (2416) Yes a)
Mask 1 Adjust (2412.1) Yes a)
Mask Ptn Select (2412.2) Yes
Mask 2 Adjust (2412.3) Yes a)
Mask Ptn Select (2412.4) Yes
HF7: YUV Clip/RGB Clip (2417) Yes

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VF2: CCR2 HF1: Input Process (2421) Yes
HF2: Primary CCR (2422) Yes a)
Mask 1 Adjust (2422.1) Yes a)
Mask Ptn Select (2422.2) Yes
Mask 2 Adjust (2422.3) Yes a)
Mask Ptn Select (2422.4) Yes
HF3: Secondary CCR (2423) Yes a)
Mask 1 Adjust (2422.1) Yes a)
Mask Ptn Select (2422.2) Yes
Mask 2 Adjust (2422.3) Yes a)
Mask Ptn Select (2422.4) Yes
HF5: Luminance Process (2425) Yes
HF6: Spot CCR/Output (2426) Yes a)
Mask 1 Adjust (2422.1) Yes a)
Mask Ptn Select (2422.2) Yes
Mask 2 Adjust (2422.3) Yes a)
Mask Ptn Select (2422.4) Yes
HF7: YUV Clip/RGB Clip (2427) Yes
VF5: Copy/Swap (2451) – –

a) Some parameters cannot be reset to default values using Default Recall.

Frame Memory Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: Still HF1: Recall (2511) –
HF2: Freeze/Store (2512) Yes
HF4: Animation Record (2514) –
HF5: Create Key Frame (2515) –
VF2: Clip HF1: Recall (2521) –
HF2: Play (2522) –
HF3: Record (2523) –
HF5: Ancillary Enable (2525) –
VF3: Reposition/Lock HF1: Reposition (2531) Yes
HF2: Lock (2532) –
VF4: File HF1: Pair Recombination (2541) –
Recall (2511) –
Recall (2521) –
HF2: Auto Extraction (2542) –
HF4: Move (2544) –
HF5: Delete (2545) –
HF6: Rename (2546) –
VF5: Folder (2551) – –

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VF6: External Device HF1: Ext HDD Format (2561) –
HF2: Ext HDD Backup/Restore (2562) –
HF4: Backup to DDR/VTR (2564) –
File Name Data (7153) –
HF5: Restore from DDR/VTR (2565) –
File Name Data (7153) –

Copy/Swap Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: Copy/Swap HF1: M/E (3111) –
HF2: Key (3112) –
HF3: Wipe (3113) –
HF4: DME Wipe (3114) –
HF5: Matte (3115) –
HF6: Color (3116) –
HF7: DME (3117) –
VF2: Copy HF1: Format Converter (3121) –

Misc Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: Enable HF1: Port Enable (3211) –
HF3: Side Flags (3213) –
Side Flags (7331.7) –
Side Flags Button Assign (7322.10) –
VF2: Safe Title (3221) – –
VF3: Transition HF1: Key/ME/FTB (3231) –
HF2: Aux Mix (3232) –

Status Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: DME Status (3311) – –

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DME Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

Status (4100) – –
VF1: Edge HF1: Border/Crop (4111) Yes
HF2: Beveled Edge (4112) Yes
HF3: Key Border (4113) Yes
HF4: Art Edge (4114) Yes
HF5: Flex Shadow (4115) Yes
HF6: Wipe Crop (4116) Yes b)
Pattern Select (4116.1) Yes
HF7: Color Mix (4117) Yes b)
Mix Pattern Select (4117.1) Yes
VF2: Video Modify HF1: Defocus/Blur (4121) Yes
Mask (4127) Yes b)
HF2: Multi Move (4122) Yes
HF3: Color Modify (4123) Yes
Mask (4127) Yes b)
HF4: Mosaic (4124) Yes
Mask (4127) Yes b)
HF7: Mask (4127) Yes b)
VF3: Freeze HF1: Freeze (4131) Yes

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VF4: Non Linear/Corner HF1: Non Linear (4141) Yes
Pin
Wave (4141.1) Yes
Mosaic Glass (4141.2) Yes
Flag (4141.3) Yes
Twist (4141.4) Yes
Ripple (4141.5) Yes
Rings (4141.7) Yes
Broken Glass (4141.8) Yes
Flying Bars (4141.9) Yes
Blind (4141.10) Yes
Split (4141.11) Yes
Split Slide (4141.12) Yes
Mirror (4141.13) Yes
Multi Mirror (4141.14) Yes
Kaleidoscope (4141.15) Yes
Lens (4141.16) Yes
Circle (4141.17) Yes
Panorama (4141.18) Yes
Page Turn (4141.19) Yes
Roll (4141.20) Yes
Cylinder (4141.21) Yes
Sphere (4141.22) Yes
Explosion (4141.25) Yes
Swirl (4141.26) Yes
Melt (4141.27) Yes
Character Trail (4141.28) Yes
HF2: Corner Pinning (4142) Yes
Border/Crop (4111) Yes
Combiner Priority (4211) a) Yes
Combiner Priority (4221) a)

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VF5: Light/Trail HF1: Lighting (4151) Yes
HF2: Trail (4152) Yes
Color Mix (4117) Yes b)
HF3: Motion Decay (4153) Yes
HF4: KF Strobe (4154) Yes
HF5: Wind (4155) Yes
Color Mix (4117) Yes b)
HF6: Spot Lighting (4156) Yes
Texture Ptn Select (4156.1) Yes b)
Copy/Swap (4156.2) –
Light 1 (4156.3) Yes
Light Color Adjust (4156.4) Yes
Light 2 (4156.5) Yes
Light Color Adjust (4156.6) Yes
Light 3 (4156.7) Yes
Light Color Adjust (4156.8) Yes
VF6: Input/Output HF1: Bkgd (4161) Yes
Color Mix (4117) Yes b)
HF2: Video/Key (4162) Yes
HF3: Process (4163) Yes b)
HF4: Graphic (4164) Yes
VF7: Enhanced Video HF1: Sketch (4171) Yes
Modify
Mask (4127) Yes b)
HF2: Metal (4172) Yes
Mask (4127) Yes b)
HF3: Dim & Fade (4173) Yes
HF4: Glow (4174) Yes
Mask (4127) Yes b)

a) Menus corresponding to the selected DME channel are displayed.

b) Some parameters cannot be reset to default values using Default Recall.

Global Effect Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

Status (4200) – –
VF1: Ch1-Ch4 HF1: Combiner Priority (4211) Yes
HF2: Brick (4212) Yes
HF3: Shadow (4213) Yes
HF7: Combine Gp Select (4217) –
VF2: Ch5-Ch8 HF1: Combiner Priority (4221) Yes
HF2: Brick (4222) Yes
HF3: Shadow (4223) Yes
HF7: Combine Gp Select (4227) –

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Router Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: Router Control HF1: Router Control (5111) –
Change Xpt (5111.1) –

Device Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: GPI Timeline HF1: GPI Timeline (5311) –
Rewind Action (5311.1) –
VF2: P-Bus Timeline HF1: P-Bus Timeline (5321) –
Rewind Action (5321.1) –
VF3: DDR/VTR HF1: Cueup & Play (5331) –
HF2: Timeline (5332) –
Rewind Action (5332.1) –
HF3: File List (5333) –

Macro Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: Register HF2: Lock (5412) –
On Line Edit (7142.2) –
Off Line Edit (7142.3) –
HF3: Copy (5413) –
HF6: Delete (5416) –
On Line Edit (7142.2) –
Off Line Edit (7142.3) –
HF7: Rename (5417) –
On Line Edit (7142.2) –
Off Line Edit (7142.3) –
VF2: Attachment (5421) – –
VF3: Menu Macro HF1: Recall & Run (5431) –
Register
Menu Macro Edit (7144.2) –
HF2: Lock (5432) –
Menu Macro Edit (7144.2) –
HF3: Copy (5433) –
HF6: Delete (5436) –
Menu Macro Edit (7144.2) –
HF7: Rename (5437) –
Menu Macro Edit (7144.2) –
VF4: Timeline HF1: Timeline (5441) –
Rewind Action (5441.1) –

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Key Frame Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

– HF1: Time Line (6111) –
HF3: Path (6113) Yes
M/E-1 (6113.1) Yes
M/E-2 (6113.2) Yes
M/E-3 (6113.3) Yes
M/E-4 (6113.21) Yes
M/E-5 (6113.23) Yes
P/P (6113.4) Yes
M/E-1 Sub (6113.17) Yes
M/E-2 Sub (6113.18) Yes
M/E-3 Sub (6113.19) Yes
M/E-4 Sub (6113.22) Yes
M/E-5 Sub (6113.24) Yes
P/P Sub (6113.20) Yes
User1 (6113.5) Yes
User2 (6113.6) Yes
User3 (6113.7) Yes
User4 (6113.8) Yes
User5 (6113.9) Yes
User6 (6113.10) Yes
User7 (6113.11) Yes
User8 (6113.12) Yes
DME 3D Trans Local (6113.13) Yes
DME 3D Trans Global (6113.14) Yes
DME Effect (6113.15) Yes
DME Global Effect (6113.16) Yes
HF4: DME User PGM (6114) –
HF5: Timeline Assign (6115) –
HF7: Region Select (6117) –
10 Key Region Assign (7321.7) –

Effect Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

Status (6200) – –

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VF1: Master Timeline HF1: Store (6211) –
Edit (6211.1) –
HF2: Lock (6212) –
HF3: Copy (6213) –
HF4: Move (6214) –
HF5: Swap (6215) –
HF6: Delete (6216) –
HF7: Rename (6217) –
VF2: Effect 1-99 HF1: Attribute (6221) –
HF2: Lock (6222) –
HF3: Copy/Merge (6223) –
HF4: Move (6224) –
HF5: Swap (6225) –
HF6: Delete (6226) –
HF7: Rename (6227) –
VF3: User DME Wipe HF1: Attribute (6231) –
Effect 101-199
HF2: Lock (6232) –
HF3: Copy/Merge (6233) –
HF4: Move (6234) –
HF5: Swap (6235) –
HF6: Delete (6236) –
HF7: Rename (6237) –
VF4: User DME Wipe HF1: Attribute (6241) –
Effect 201-299
HF2: Lock (6242) –
HF3: Copy/Merge (6243) –
HF4: Move (6244) –
HF5: Swap (6245) –
HF6: Delete (6246) –
HF7: Rename (6247) –
VF5: User DME Wipe HF1: Attribute (6251) –
Effect 301-399
HF2: Lock (6252) –
HF3: Copy/Merge (6253) –
HF4: Move (6254) –
HF5: Swap (6255) –
HF6: Delete (6256) –
HF7: Rename (6257) –
VF6: DEV/PBUS Effect HF2: Lock (6262) –
1-250
HF3: Copy/Merge (6263) –
HF4: Move (6264) –
HF5: Swap (6265) –
HF6: Delete (6266) –
HF7: Rename (6267) –

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Snapshot Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

Status (6300) – –
VF1: Master Snapshot HF1: Store (6311) –
Edit (6311.1) –
HF2: Lock (6312) –
HF3: Copy (6313) –
HF4: Move (6314) –
HF5: Swap (6315) –
HF6: Delete (6316) –
HF7: Rename (6317) –
VF2: Snapshot HF1: Attribute (6321) –
Xpt Hold (6321.1) –
Clip Event (6321.2) –
Play (2522) –
HF2: Lock (6322) –
HF3: Copy (6323) –
HF4: Move (6324) –
HF5: Swap (6325) –
HF6: Delete (6326) –
HF7: Rename (6327) –
VF3: Wipe Snapshot HF2: Lock (6332) –
HF3: Copy (6333) –
HF4: Move (6334) –
HF5: Swap (6335) –
HF6: Delete (6336) –
HF7: Rename (6337) –
VF4: DME Snapshot HF2: Lock (6342) –
HF3: Copy (6343) –
HF4: Move (6344) –
HF5: Swap (6345) –
HF6: Delete (6346) –
HF7: Rename (6347) –
VF5: Key Snapshot HF1: Attribute (6351) –
HF2: Lock (6352) –
HF3: Copy (6353) –
HF4: Move (6354) –
HF5: Swap (6355) –
HF6: Delete (6356) –
HF7: Rename (6357) –

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Shotbox Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: Register HF1: Store/Recall (6411) –
Edit (6411.1) –
HF2: Lock (6412) –
HF3: Copy (6413) –
HF4: Move (6414) –
HF5: Swap (6415) –
HF6: Delete (6416) –
HF7: Rename (6417) –

File Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: Setup, Init, VKMem HF1: Setup (7111) –
File Edit (7111.1) –
HF2: Initial Status (7112) –
File Edit (7112.1) –
HF3: Key Memory (7113) –
File Edit (7113.1) –
HF4: Video Proc Memory (7114) –
File Edit (7114.1) –
HF5: User Setup (7115) –
File Edit (7115.1) –
HF6: Export User Source Name (7116) –
File Edit (7116.1) –
HF7: Import User Source Name (7117) –
File Edit (7117.1) –
VF2: Effect HF1: Effect 1-99 (7121) –
File Edit (7121.1) –
HF2: User DME Wipe Effect 101-199 (7122) –
File Edit (7122.1) –
HF3: User DME Wipe Effect 201-299 (7123) –
File Edit (7123.1) –
HF4: User DME Wipe Effect 301-399 (7124) –
File Edit (7124.1) –
HF5: DEV/PBUS Effect 1-250 (7125) –
File Edit (7125.1) –

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VF3: Snapshot HF1: Snapshot (7131) –
File Edit (7131.1) –
HF2: Wipe Snapshot (7132) –
File Edit (7132.1) –
HF3: DME Snapshot (7133) –
File Edit (7133.1) –
HF4: Key Snapshot (7134) –
File Edit (7134.1) –
VF4: Shotbox, Macro HF1: Shotbox (7141) –
File Edit (7141.1) –
HF2: Macro (7142) –
File Edit (7142.1) –
On Line Edit (7142.2) –
Off Line Edit (7142.3) –
HF3: Macro Attachment (7143) –
File Edit (7143.1) –
HF4: Menu Macro (7144) –
File Edit (7144.1) –
Menu Macro Edit (7144.2) –
VF5: Frame Mem HF1: Frame Memory (7151) –
File Edit (7151.1) –
HF2: Frame Memory Folder (7152) –
HF3: File Name Data (7153) –
File Edit (7153.1) –
VF6: All, External File HF1: All (7161) –
HF2: Import/Export (7162) –
VF7: Configure HF1: Directory (7171) –
HF2: Unit ID Copy (7172) –
HF3: Group ID Copy (7173) –

User Setup Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: Source Patch HF1: User Source Name (7211) –
Exp Usr Src Name (7116) –
HF2: Patch Table (7212) –
Patch Table Assign (7212.1) –
Imp Usr Src Name (7117) –
Effect 1-99 (7121) –
Snapshot (7131) –
Key Snapshot (7134) –
All (7161) –

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Engineering Setup Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: System HF1: Network Config (7311) –
HF2: System Config (7312) –
Panel Assign (7312.1) –
Switcher Assign (7312.2) –
HF3: Format (7313) –
Aspect (7313.1) –
Switcher Aspect (7313.2) –
DME Aspect (7313.3) –
DME Aspect (7313.3) –
Switcher Aspect (7313.2) –
Format Converter (7313.4) –
AUX Signal Format (7313.5) –
HF4: Start Up (7314) –
HF5: Initialize (7315) –
HF6: Install/Unit Config (7316) –
Detail Information (7316.1) –
License (7316.6) –
License Management (7316.7) –
Unit Config (7316.8) –
a)
M/E Split (7316.11) –
a)
Logical M/E Assign (7331.5) –
Texture Package (7316.9) –
Install (7316.10) –
HF7: Maintenance (7317) –
Setup Operation Lock (7317.1) –
File Load Lock (7317.2) –

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 Menu (Page No.) Default Recall
VF2: Panel HF1: Config (7321) –
Key Fader Assign (7321.1) –
Fader Assign (7321.30) –
10 Key Region Assign (7321.7) –
Link/Program Button (7321.8) –
Key Trans Link (7321.2) –
External Bus Link (7321.3) –
Link Matrix Adjust (7321.4) –
Link Table Adjust (7321.5) –
Link Bus Adjust (7321.6) –
Transition Module1 (7321.9) –
Flexi Pad Module (7321.10) –
Trackball Module (7321.17) –
Menu Panel (7321.19) –
Key Transition Module (7321.25) –
Transition Module2 (7321.34) –
Utility/Shotbox Module (7321.36) –
MP2 Main/Sub Assign (7321.11) –
Operation Inhibit (7321.26) –
M/E Operation Inhibit (7321.18) –
Trackball Module (7321.27) –
HF2: Xpt Assign (7322) –
Table Button Assign (7322.1) –
Main, V/K Pair Assign (7322.5) –
Src Name/Src Color (7322.6) –
Shift Mode (7322.13) –
Main, V/K Pair Assign (7322.5) –
Shift Mode (7322.13) –
Src Name/Src Color (7322.6) –
User Color Select (7322.12) –
Table Copy (7322.8) –
Name Export (7322.9) –
Side Flags Button Assign (7322.10) –
HF3: Aux Assign (7323) –
RTR Mode Setting (7323.1) –
Source Table Assign (7323.2) –
Table Assign (7323.3) –
Level Button Assign (7323.4) –

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VF2: Panel HF4: Prefs/Utility (7324) –
Utility Module Assign (7324.1) –
Trans Rate Mode Assign (7324.3) –
Utility/Shotbox Module (7321.36) –
Xpt Module Assign (7324.2) –
HF5: Device Interface (7325) –
Device Assign (7325.4) –
HF6: Operation (7326) –
Effect Mode (7326.2) –
Flexi Pad Mode (7326.3) –
Custom Button/Fader (7326.4) –
Next Trans All (7326.11) –
Sensitivity (7326.5) –
Macro (7326.6) –
Button Tally (7326.9) –
Xpt Module Operation (7326.12) –
Src Name/Src Color (7322.6) –
Key Deleg/AUX Assign (7326.13) –
Xpt Pad Button Assign (7326.14) –
Display Mode Setting (7326.15) –
Utility Button Bus Assign (7326.16) –
HF7: Maintenance (7327) –
VF3: Switcher HF1: Config (7331) –
M/E Output Assign (7331.1) –
PGM Config (7331.2) –
K-PVW Config (7331.3) –
User1-8 Config (7331.4) –
Logical M/E Assign (7331.5) –
DME Config (7331.6) –
Side Flags (7331.7) –
Side Flags (3213) –
Side Flags Button Assign (7322.10) –
Switching Timing (7331.8) –
CG Border Int Video Channel Assign (7331.15) a) –
HF2: Input (7332) –
b)
Video Process (7332.1) –
CCR (7332.5) b) –
FC Adjust (7332.2) –
Format Converter (3121) –
a)
FC Input Select (7332.3) –
Xpt Assign (7322) a) –
Active Area Size (7332.4) –

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 Menu (Page No.) Default Recall
VF3: Switcher HF3: Output (7333) –
Output Assign (7333.1) –
Video Clip (7333.2) –
V Blank/Through (7333.3) –
Safe Title (7333.4) –
4:3 Crop (7333.5) –
FC Adjust (7333.6) –
Format Converter (3121) –
Multi Viewer (7333.9) –
Output Assign (7333.10) –
Aux Mix (7333.12) –
Active Area Size (7333.13) –
HF4: Transition (7334) –
Preset Color Mix (7334.1) –
Transition Curve (7334.2) –
HF5: Key/Wipe/FM/CCR (7335) –
Show Key (7335.1) –
Key Auto Drop (7335.2) –
Bus CCR/Input CCR/Video Proc (7335.3) –
HF6: Link (7336) –
Internal Bus Link (7336.1) –
Link Bus Select (7336.2) –
Link Table Select (7336.3) –
GPI Link (7336.4) –
GPI Link Adjust (7336.5) –
M/E Link (7336.6) –
Key Transition Link (7336.7) –
HF7: Device Interface (7337) –
Remote Assign (7337.1) –
GPI Input (7337.2) –
H/L Set (7337.3) –
GPI Output (7337.4) –
AUX Control (7337.5) –
DME Type Setting (7337.6) –
DME SDI I/F (7337.7) –
Editor I/F (7337.8) –

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 Menu (Page No.) Default Recall
VF4: DME HF1: Input (7341) –
TBC Center (7341.1) –
HF3: Output (7343) –
Monitor Output (7343.1) –
HF4: Device Interface (7344) –
DME1 GPI Input (7344.1) –
H/L Set (7344.2) –
DME1 GPI Output (7344.3) –
DME2 GPI Input (7344.4) –
H/L Set (7344.5) –
DME2 GPI Output (7344.6) –
DME3 GPI Input (7344.7) –
H/L Set (7344.8) –
DME3 GPI Output (7344.9) –
DME4 GPI Input (7344.10) –
H/L Set (7344.11) –
DME4 GPI Output (7344.12) –
VF5: DCU HF1: Input Config (7351) –
HF2: GPI Input Assign (7352) –
H/L Set (7352.1) –
Device Interface (7325) –
HF3: Output Config (7353) –
HF4: GPI Output Assign (7354) –
HF5: Serial Port Assign (7355) –
P-Bus Setting (7355.1) c) –
VTR Setting (7355.2) c)
DDR VDCP Setting (7355.4) c)
Extended VTR Setting (7355.5) c)
Simple VDCP Setting (7355.6) c)
DDR Odetics Setting (7355.7) c)
Device Assign (7325.4) –

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 Menu (Page No.) Default Recall
VF6: Router/Tally HF1: Router (7361) –
External Box Assign (7361.1) –
HF2: Group Tally (7362) –
HF3: Wiring (7363) –
New (7363.1) –
Modify (7363.2) –
HF4: Tally Enable (7364) –
New (7364.1) –
Modify (7364.2) –
HF5: Tally Copy (7365) –
New (7365.1) –
Modify (7365.2) –
HF6: Parallel Tally (7366) –
Set (7366.1) –
HF7: Serial Tally (7367) –
Source Assign (7367.1) –

a) Displayed only on the MVS-7000X.

b) When the Input menu button is [Video Process], the Video Process menu (7332.1) is displayed, and when it is [CCR], the CCR menu (7332.5) is displayed.
c) Selecting [Port Setting] displays menus for the device type configured for the port.

Diag Menu

Menu (Page No.) Default Recall

VF1: Error Info HF1: Error Status (7411) –
HF2: Error Log (7412) –
VF3: System Info HF1: LAN Status (7431) –

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Disabled Operation and Settings Menus

Disabled Menus on the MVS-8000X

On the MVS-8000X, the following operations and settings
relating to M/E-5 are disabled.

Menu number Menu

3111 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >M/E
3112 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >Key
3113 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >Wipe
3114 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >DME Wipe
3115 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >Matte
3116 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >Color
3213 Misc >Enable >Side Flags
3231 Misc >Transition >Key/ME/FTB
6113.23 Key Frame >Path >M/E-5
6113.24 Key Frame >Path >M/E-5 Sub
6211.1 Effect >Master Timeline >Store >Edit
6221 Effect >Effect 1-99 >Attribute
6222 Effect >Effect 1-99 >Lock
6223 Effect >Effect 1-99 >Copy/Merge
6224 Effect >Effect 1-99 >Move
6225 Effect >Effect 1-99 >Swap
6226 Effect >Effect 1-99 >Delete
6227 Effect >Effect 1-99 >Rename
6311.1 Snapshot >Master Snapshot >Store >Edit
6321 Snapshot >Snapshot >Attribute
6321.1 Snapshot >Snapshot >Attribute >Xpt Hold
6322 Snapshot >Snapshot >Lock
6323 Snapshot >Snapshot >Copy
6324 Snapshot >Snapshot >Move
6325 Snapshot >Snapshot >Swap
6326 Snapshot >Snapshot >Delete
6327 Snapshot >Snapshot >Rename
6332 Snapshot >Wipe Snapshot >Lock
6333 Snapshot >Wipe Snapshot >Copy
6334 Snapshot >Wipe Snapshot >Move
6335 Snapshot >Wipe Snapshot >Swap
6336 Snapshot >Wipe Snapshot >Delete
6337 Snapshot >Wipe Snapshot >Rename
6342 Snapshot >DME Snapshot >Lock
6343 Snapshot >DME Snapshot >Copy
6344 Snapshot >DME Snapshot >Move
6345 Snapshot >DME Snapshot >Swap

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6346 Snapshot >DME Snapshot >Delete
6347 Snapshot >DME Snapshot >Rename
6351 Snapshot >Key Snapshot >Attribute
6352 Snapshot >Key Snapshot >Lock
6353 Snapshot >Key Snapshot >Copy
6354 Snapshot >Key Snapshot >Move
6355 Snapshot >Key Snapshot >Swap
6356 Snapshot >Key Snapshot >Delete
6357 Snapshot >Key Snapshot >Rename
6411.1 Shotbox >Register >Store/Recall >Edit
7121 File >Effect >Effect 1-99
7121.1 File >Effect >Effect 1-99 >File Edit
7131 File >Snapshot >Snapshot
7131.1 File >Snapshot >Snapshot >File Edit
7132 File >Snapshot >Wipe Snapshot
7132.1 File >Snapshot >Wipe Snapshot >File Edit
7133 File >Snapshot >DME Snapshot
7133.1 File >Snapshot >DME Snapshot >File Edit
7134 File >Snapshot >Key Snapshot
7134.1 File >Snapshot >Key Snapshot >File Edit
7313.2 Engineering Setup >System >Format >Aspect >Switcher Aspect
7321 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config
7321.1 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Key Fader Assign
7321.2 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/Program Button >Key Trans Link
7321.3 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/Program Button >External Bus Link
7321.6 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/Program Button >External Bus Link >Link Bus Adjust
7321.7 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >10 Key Region Assign
7321.11 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >MP2 Main/Sub Assign
7321.17 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/Program Button >Trackball Module
7321.18 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Operation Inhibit >M/E Operation Inhibit
7321.19 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/Program Button >Menu Panel
7321.25 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/Program Button >Key Transition Module
7322 Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign
7322.5 Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Main, V/K Pair Assign
7322.6 Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Src Name/Src Color
7323 Engineering Setup >Panel >Aux Assign
7324.3 Engineering Setup >Panel >Prefs/Utility >Utility Module Assign >Trans Rate Mode Assign
7326.14 Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation >Xpt Module Operation >Xpt Pad Button Assign
7326.16 Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation >Xpt Module Operation >Utility Button Bus Assign
7331 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config
7331.1 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >M/E Output Assign
7331.2 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >PGM Config
7331.3 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >K-PVW Config
7331.6 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >DME Config
7333.1 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output >Output Assign

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7334 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition
7334.1 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition >Preset Color Mix
7335 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR
7335.1 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR >Show Key
7335.2 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR >Key Auto Drop
7336.2 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link >Internal Bus Link >Link Bus Select
7336.5 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link >GPI Link >GPI Link Adjust
7336.6 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link >M/E Link
7336.7 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link >Key Transition Link
7337.2 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface >GPI Input
7337.4 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface >GPI Output
7352 Engineering Setup >DCU >GPI Input Assign
7354 Engineering Setup >DCU >GPI Output Assign

Disabled Menus in 4K Systems

The following operations and settings in the menu are not supported in 4K systems. They are disabled and have no affect,
even if selected and/or configured.
Notation conventions
• “M/E-x” indicates M/E-1 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X and M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-7000X.
• Key1 to Key8 corresponds to DSK1 to DSK8 for operations and settings relating to keys on the PGM/PST bank.

Top menu
The menus displayed on the following top menu selection buttons (or top menu list buttons) are disabled.
• [M/E2] to [M/E4] on the MVS-8000X, [M/E1] to [M/E5] on the MVS-7000X (M/E-x menu) a)
• [CCR] (CCR menu)
• [STATS] (Status menu)
• [DME] (DME menu)
• [GLB EFF] (Global Effect menu)

M/E-x menu, PGM/PST menu b)

Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
1111 M/E-1 >Key1 >Type • <Key Type> group [Wipe Pattern] settings
1121 M/E-1 >Key2 >Type • <Key Type> group [Luminance] and [Linear] Filter
parameter settings
• <Key Type> group [Color Vector] Y Filter and C Filter
parameter settings
• [Key Position] settings
1111.1 M/E-1 >Key1 >Type >Chroma Adjust • Auto chroma key sample mark cannot be set to a region
1121.1 M/E-1 >Key2 >Type >Chroma Adjust spanning two or more divided sub-images (square
division method).
• [Key Active] Filter parameter settings
• <Color Cancel> group [Color Cancel] Filter parameter
settings
• <Color Cancel> group [Key Position] settings
• [Shadow] settings
1112 M/E-1 >Key1 >Edge All menu operations
1122 M/E-1 >Key2 >Edge

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Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
1113 M/E-1 >Key1 >Main Mask • <Rotation> group [Speed] settings c)
1123 M/E-1 >Key2 >Main Mask • [Multi] settings
1114 M/E-1 >Key1 >Sub Mask All menu operations
1124 M/E-1 >Key2 >Sub Mask
1115 M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer • [Dual Rszr Effect] settings
1125 M/E-1 >Key2 >Processed Key/Resizer • <DME Select> group DME selection buttons
• [Override] settings
• [Ext Proc Key] settings
• [FM Feed] operation
• [Resizer] settings (square division method)
1115.1 M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer >Monitor All menu operations
1125.1 M/E-1 >Key2 >Processed Key/Resizer >Monitor
1115.2 M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer >Border/ • All menu operations other than [Resizer] (2-sample
Crop interleave division method)
1125.2 M/E-1 >Key2 >Processed Key/Resizer >Border/ • All menu operations (square division method)
Crop
1115.3 M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer >Resizer All menu operations (square division method)
Process
1125.3 M/E-1 >Key2 >Processed Key/Resizer >Resizer
Process
1115.4 M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer • All menu operations other than [Resizer] (2-sample
>Enhanced Effect interleave division method)
1125.4 M/E-1 >Key2 >Processed Key/Resizer • All menu operations (square division method)
>Enhanced Effect
1115.5 M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer >Mask • All menu operations other than [Resizer] (2-sample
1125.5 M/E-1 >Key2 >Processed Key/Resizer >Mask interleave division method)
• All menu operations (square division method)
1115.6 M/E-1 >Key1 >Processed Key/Resizer All menu operations (square division method)
>Rotation
1125.6 M/E-1 >Key2 >Processed Key/Resizer
>Rotation
1116 M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition • <Transition Type> group [DME Wipe] settings (square
1126 M/E-1 >Key2 >Transition division method)
• <Blink> group [Edge Blink] settings
1116.1 M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition >Wipe Adjust • <Rotation> group [Speed] settings c)
1126.1 M/E-1 >Key2 >Transition >Wipe Adjust • [Multi] settings
1116.3 M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust • <Crop Mode> group settings and operations (2-sample
1126.3 M/E-1 >Key2 >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust interleave division method)
• <Edge> group settings (2-sample interleave division
method)
• All menu operations (square division method)
1116.4 M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust • Pattern selection other than [Resizer Slide / Squeeze] and
>1ch Pattern [Resizer Frame I/O] (2-sample interleave division method)
1126.4 M/E-1 >Key2 >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust • All menu operations (square division method)
>1ch Pattern
1116.5 M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust All menu operations
>2ch Pattern
1126.5 M/E-1 >Key2 >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust
>2ch Pattern
1116.7 M/E-1 >Key1 >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust All menu operations
>Remove From Begin
1126.7 M/E-1 >Key2 >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust
>Remove From Begin

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Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
1131 to 1137 M/E-1 >Key3 All menu operations
1141 to 1147 M/E-1 >Key4
1511 to 1517 M/E-1 >Key5
1521 to 1527 M/E-1 >Key6
1531 to 1537 M/E-1 >Key7
1541 to 1547 M/E-1 >Key8
1151 M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Pattern [Rotary], [Mosaic 1], [Mosaic 2], [Mosaic 3], and [Random/
Dust] pattern selection
1152 M/E-1 >Wipe >Pattern Mix All menu operations
1153 M/E-1 >Wipe >Sub Pattern All menu operations
1154 M/E-1 >Wipe >Edge/Direction <Edge Fill> group [Utility2 Bus] settings
1154.1 M/E-1 >Wipe >Edge/Direction >Matte Adjust All menu operations other than <Edge Matte> group [Flat
Color]
1154.2 M/E-1 >Wipe >Edge/Direction >Matte Adjust All menu operations
>Mix Pattern Select
1155 M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Modify • <Rotation> group [Speed] settings c)
• [Multi] settings
• <Pairing> group settings
• <Modulation> group [H], [V], and [Fringe] Speed
parameter settings
1155.1 M/E-1 >Wipe >Main Modify >Multi Adjust All menu operations
1156 M/E-1 >Wipe >Sub Modify All menu operations
1156.1 M/E-1 >Wipe >Sub Modify >Multi Adjust All menu operations
1161 M/E-1 >DME Wipe >1ch • Pattern selection other than [Resizer Slide / Squeeze] and
[Resizer Frame I/O] (2-sample interleave division method)
• All menu operations (square division method)
1162 M/E-1 >DME Wipe >2ch All menu operations
1163 M/E-1 >DME Wipe >3ch All menu operations
1164 M/E-1 >DME Wipe >Edge/Direction • <Edge> group settings (2-sample interleave division
method)
• All menu operations (square division method)
1165 M/E-1 >DME Wipe >Modify • <Crop Mode> group settings and operations (2-sample
interleave division method)
• All menu operations (square division method)
1165.1 M/E-1 >DME Wipe >Modify >Remove From All menu operations
Begin
1171 M/E-1 >Misc >Transition • <Transition Type> group [DME Wipe] settings (square
division method)
• <Transition Type> group [FM1&2 Clip] and [FM3&4 Clip]
settings
• <Preset Color Mix Fill> group [Utility2 Bus] settings
1172 M/E-1 >Misc >Video Process <Utility1>, <Utility2>, and <Utility3> group settings
1173 M/E-1 >Misc >Key Priority Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
1174 M/E-1 >Misc >Next Key Priority Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
1176 M/E-1 >Misc >Clip Transition All menu operations
1176.1 M/E-1 >Misc >Clip Transition >Clip All menu operations
1177 M/E-1 >Misc >Snapshot <Attribute Xpt Hold> group [DME 2nd Video], [Util 1], and
[Util 2] settings

533
Frame Memory menu d)
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
2511 Frame Memory >Still >Recall [Pair] settings
2512 Frame Memory >Still >Freeze/Store All menu operations
2514 Frame Memory >Still >Animation Record All menu operations
2515 Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame [Pair] settings
2521 Frame Memory >Clip >Recall [Pair] settings
2522 Frame Memory >Clip >Play [Pair] settings
2523 Frame Memory >Clip >Record All menu operations
2531, 2532 Frame Memory >Reposition/Lock All menu operations
2541 Frame Memory >File >Pair Recombination All menu operations
2542 Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction All menu operations
2561 Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD All menu operations
Format
2562 Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD All menu operations
Backup/Restore
2564 Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to All menu operations
DDR/VTR
2565 Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from All menu operations
DDR/VTR

Color Bkgd menu

Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
2210 Color Bkgd >Color Bkgd1 All menu operations other than <Matte> group [Flat Color]
2220 Color Bkgd >Color Bkgd2 All menu operations other than <Matte> group [Flat Color]

Aux menu
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
2311 Aux >Video Process Settings relating to AUX11 to AUX48

534
Copy/Swap menu
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
3111 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >M/E Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X,a)
and all menu operations on the MVS-7000X
3112 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >Key • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to Key3 to Key8
3113 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >Wipe • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to Key3 to Key8
3114 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >DME Wipe • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X (2-sample interleave division method) a)
• Operations relating to Key3 to Key8 (2-sample interleave
division method)
• All menu operations (square division method)
3115 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >Matte • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to Key3 to Key8
• Operations relating to Key1 Edge Fill and Key2 Edge Fill
• Operations relating to Wipe Border
• Operations relating to Color Bkgd1 and Color Bkgd2
3116 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >Color • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to Key3 to Key8
• Operations relating to Key1 Edge Fill and Key2 Edge Fill
• Operations relating to Key1 Zabton and Key2 Zabton
• Operations relating to Wipe Border Color2
• Operations relating to Color Bkgd1 and Color Bkgd2
• Operations relating to DME
3117 Copy/Swap >Copy/Swap >DME All menu operations
3121 Copy/Swap >Copy >Format Converter • Operations other than FC Input 1, 5, 9, and 13
• Operations relating to the MKS-8450X 4K Format
Converter Board

Misc menu
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
3211 Misc >Enable >Port Enable • <DME1> and <DME2> group settings
• <DME Override> group settings
3213 Misc >Enable >Side Flags All menu operations
3231 Misc >Transition >Key/ME/FTB • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
3232 Misc >Transition >Aux Mix Operations relating to Aux 11 to Aux 47

535
Key Frame menu
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
6113, 6113.1 to Key Frame >Path • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
6113.16, and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
6113.21, 7000X a)
6113.23 • Operations relating to Key3 to Key8
• Operations relating to Util 1 and Util 2
• Operations relating to DME 2nd Video
• Operations related to DME Wipe (square division method)
• Operations relating to FM Src and FM Proc
• Operations relating to Aux 11 to Aux 48
• Operations relating to CCR
• Operations relating to DME
6114 Key Frame >DME User PGM All menu operations

Effect menu
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
6211.1 Effect >Master Timeline >Store >Edit • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to DME
6221 to 6227 Effect >Effect 1-99 • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to DME
6231 to 6237 Effect >User DME Wipe Effect 101-199 All menu operations
6241 to 6247 Effect >User DME Wipe Effect 201-299 All menu operations
6251 to 6257 Effect >User DME Wipe Effect 301-399 All menu operations

Snapshot menu
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
6311.1 Snapshot >Master Snapshot >Store >Edit • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to DME
6321 to 6327 Snapshot >Snapshot • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to DME
6321.1 Snapshot >Snapshot >Attribute >Xpt Hold • <Xpt Hold> group settings related to Key3 to Key8
• Xpt Hold group settings relating to Util 1, Util 2, and Util 3
• <Xpt Hold> group settings related to DME 2nd Video
• <Xpt Hold> group settings related to Aux 11 to Aux 48
6332 to 6337 Snapshot >Wipe Snapshot Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
6342 to 6347 Snapshot >DME Snapshot • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X (2-sample interleave division method) a)
• All menu operations (square division method)
6351 to 6357 Snapshot >Key Snapshot • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to Key3 to Key8

536
Shotbox menu
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
6411.1 Shotbox >Register >Store/Recall >Edit • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to DME

File menu
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
7111 File >Setup, Init, VKMem >Setup • Operations relating to DME
• Operations relating to CCR
7111.1 File >Setup, Init, VKMem >Setup >File Edit Operations relating to DME
7112 File >Setup, Init, VKMem >Initial Status Operations relating to DME
7112.1 File >Setup, Init, VKMem >Initial Status >File Operations relating to DME
Edit
7121 File >Effect >Effect 1-99 • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to DME
7121.1 File >Effect >Effect 1-99 >File Edit • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to DME
7122 File >Effect >User DME Wipe Effect 101-199 All menu operations
7122.1 File >Effect >User DME Wipe Effect 101-199 All menu operations
>File Edit
7123 File >Effect >User DME Wipe Effect 201-299 All menu operations
7123.1 File >Effect >User DME Wipe Effect 201-299 All menu operations
>File Edit
7124 File >Effect >User DME Wipe Effect 301-399 All menu operations
7124.1 File >Effect >User DME Wipe Effect 301-399 All menu operations
>File Edit
7131 File >Snapshot >Snapshot • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to DME
7131.1 File >Snapshot >Snapshot >File Edit • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to DME
7132 File >Snapshot >Wipe Snapshot Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
7132.1 File >Snapshot >Wipe Snapshot >File Edit Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
7133 File >Snapshot >DME Snapshot • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X (2-sample interleave division method) a)
• All menu operations (square division method)
7133.1 File >Snapshot >DME Snapshot >File Edit • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X (2-sample interleave division method) a)
• All menu operations (square division method)

537
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
7134 File >Snapshot >Key Snapshot • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to Key3 to Key8
7134.1 File >Snapshot >Key Snapshot >File Edit • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Operations relating to Key3 to Key8
7151 File >Frame Memory >File Name Date All menu operations
7151.1 File >Frame Memory >File Name Date >File Edit All menu operations
7161 File >All, External File >All Operations related to DME Snapshot (square division
method)

Engineering Setup menu

Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
7313.1 Engineering Setup >System >Format >Aspect All menu operations
7313.2 Engineering Setup >System >Format >Aspect All menu operations
>Switcher Aspect
7313.3 Engineering Setup >System >Format >Aspect All menu operations
>DME Aspect
7313.4 Engineering Setup >System >Format >Format Operations relating to the MKS-8450X 4K Format Converter
Converter Board
7321 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X and
settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-7000X a)
7321.1 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Key Fader • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Assign and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
7321.2 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/ • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Program Button >Key Trans Link and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
7321.6 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/ • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Program Button >External Bus Link >Link Bus and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
Adjust 7000X a)
• Settings relating to M/E-x, P/P Key3 to Key8, Utility1,
Utility2, and DME External
• Settings relating to Frame Memory Source1 and Frame
Memory Source2
• Settings relating to DME Utility1 and DME Utility2
• Settings relating to CCR1 and CCR2
• Settings relating to AUX11 to AUX48
7321.7 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >10 Key • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Region Assign and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to DME
7321.9 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/ • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Program Button >Transition Module1 and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
• DME settings (square division method)
• SHIFT and ADD settings
• FM1&2 CLIP to FM7&8 CLIP settings
7321.11 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >MP2 Main/ All menu operations
Sub Assign

538
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
7321.12 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/ Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Program Button >Xpt Module and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
7321.18 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Operation • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Inhibit >M/E Operation Inhibit and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
• <M/E Operation Inhibit> group [Util2 Bus] settings
7321.19 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/ The following button settings:
Program Button >Menu Panel - M/E2 to M/E4 on the MVS-8000X and M/E1 to M/E5 on
the MVS-7000X a)
- CCR
- STATS
- DME
- GLB EFF
7321.25 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/ • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Program Button >Key Transition Module and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
7321.27 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Operation All menu operations
Inhibit >Trackball Module
7321.34 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config >Link/ • Operations relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Program Button >Transition Module2 and operations relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
7322 Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to M/E-x, P/P KEY3 to KEY8 (DSK3 to
DSK8), UTIL1, UTIL2, and EXT DME
• Settings relating to AUX11 to AUX48
• Settings relating to FM
• Settings relating to DME
• Settings relating to DME UTIL1 and DME UTIL2
• Settings relating to CCR1 and CCR2
7322.6 Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Src • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Name/Src Color and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to primary inputs other than numbers 1,
5, 9, and so on
• Settings relating to premium inputs other than numbers 1,
5, 9, and so on
• CCR1 and CCR2 settings
• M/E-x, P/P OUT5, and OUT6 settings
• M/E-x, P/P PROV, and PROK settings
7322.10 Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Side All menu operations
Flags Button Assign
7323 Engineering Setup >Panel >Aux Assign • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• M/E-x, P/P KEY3 to KEY8 (DSK3 to DSK8), UTIL1,
UTIL2, and EXT DME settings
• AUX11 to AUX48 settings
• FM1 and FM2 settings
• Settings relating to DME
• DME UTIL1 and DME UTIL2 settings
• CCR1 and CCR2 settings

539
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
7324 Engineering Setup >Panel >Prefs/Utility • Utility command settings relating to the following output
7324.1 Engineering Setup >Panel >Prefs/Utility >Utility safe titles:
Module Assign - Output related to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
7324.2 Engineering Setup >Panel >Prefs/Utility >Xpt and output related to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
Module Assign 7000X a)
- DME Mon Video and DME Mon Key
- AUX11 to AUX48
• The following utility command settings:
- Settings relating to frame memory
- Settings relating to DME
- SWR2 LAN Status
7326.11 Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation >Custom <Next Trans All> group [Key3] to [Key8] settings
Button/Fader >Next Trans All
7326.13 Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation >Xpt • KEY3 to KEY8, UTIL1, UTIL2, EXT DME, DME UTIL1,
Module Operation >Key Deleg/AUX Assign DME UTIL2, AUX11 to AUX48, FMS1, FMS2, CCR1, and
CCR2 settings
• Settings relating to DME
7326.14 Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation >Xpt • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Module Operation >Xpt Pad Button Assign and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to M/E-x, P/P Key3 to Key8, Utility1,
Utility2, and DME External
• Settings relating to DME Utility1 and DME Utility2
7326.16 Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation >Xpt • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Module Operation >Utility Button Bus Assign and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to Key3 to Key8, Utility1, Utility2, DME
External, DME Utility1, and DME Utility2
7331 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings other than <M/E Config> group [Standard]
settings
7331.1 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >M/E All menu operations
Output Assign
7331.2 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >PGM • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Config and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• <Key Enable> group [Key3] to [Key8] settings
7331.3 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >K-PVW • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Config and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
7331.4 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >User1-8 • AUX11 to AUX48 settings
Config • Settings relating to frame memory
• CCR1 and CCR2 settings
7331.5 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >Logical <Logical M/E to Physical P/P> group [M/E-1], [M/E-3], and
M/E Assign [M/E-4] settings on the MVS-8000X, and <Logical M/E to
Physical P/P> group [M/E-2] to [M/E-5] settings on the MVS-
7000X
7331.6 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >DME All menu operations
Config
7331.7 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >Side All menu operations
Flags

540
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
7332 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input • Settings relating to primary inputs other than numbers 1,
5, 9, and so on
• Settings relating to premium inputs other than numbers 1,
5, 9, and so on
7332.1 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input >Video • Settings relating to primary inputs other than numbers 1,
Process 5, 9, and so on
• Settings relating to premium inputs other than numbers 1,
5, 9, and so on
• Settings relating to format converter dedicated inputs
other than numbers 1, 5, 9, and so on
7332.2 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input >FC Adjust Operations relating to the MKS-8450X 4K Format Converter
Board
7332.3 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input >FC Input • Settings relating to format converter dedicated inputs
Select other than numbers 1 and 5
• Operations relating to the MKS-8450X 4K Format
Converter Board
7333.4 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output >Safe • [Grid] settings (square division method)
Title • Safe title settings disabled when active area is set to
[4096×2160] in the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input
>Active Area Size menu
7333.5 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output >4:3 All menu operations
Crop
7333.9 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output >Multi All menu operations
Viewer
7333.10 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output >Multi All menu operations
Viewer >Output Assign
7333.12 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output >Aux Mix Settings relating to AUX11 to AUX48
7334 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• <FTB> group [PGM2] to [PGM4] settings
7334.1 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
>Preset Color Mix and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• <Non Drop Key> group [Key3] to [Key8] settings
7335 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/ • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
CCR and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• <Mask/Border Process> group settings
• [CCR Intrnl Signal Enbl] settings
• [FM Auto Store] settings
7335.1 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/ Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X and
CCR >Show Key settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-7000X a)
7335.2 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/ • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
CCR >Key Auto Drop and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Key3 to Key8 settings
7336.2 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link >Internal • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Bus Link >Link Bus Select and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to M/E-x and P/P Key3 to Key8
• M/E-x, P/P Utility1, Utility2, and DME External settings
• Frame Memory Source1 and Frame Memory Source2
settings
• AUX11 to AUX48 and AUX11 to AUX48 as Key settings
• DME Utility1, DME Utility2, CCR1, and CCR2 settings

541
Menu number Menu Disabled operations/settings
7336.5 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link >GPI Link • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
>GPI Link Adjust and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to M/E-x and P/P Key3 to Key8
• M/E-x, P/P Utility1, Utility2, Utility3, and DME External
settings
• Frame Memory Source1 and Frame Memory Source2
settings
• AUX11 to AUX48 settings
• DME Utility1, DME Utility2, CCR1, and CCR2 settings
7336.6 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link >M/E Link Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X and
settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-7000X a)
7336.7 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link >Key • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
Transition Link and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• Settings relating to M/E-x and P/P Key3 to Key8
7337.2 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
>GPI Input and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• The following action settings:
- Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
- Settings relating to frame memory
- Settings relating to Aspect
- Settings relating to Side Flags
7337.4 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
>GPI Output and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• The following action settings:
- Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
7337.6 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface All menu operations
>DME Type Setting
7337.7 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface All menu operations
>DME Type Setting >DME SDI I/F
7341 to 7344 Engineering Setup >DME All menu operations
7352 Engineering Setup >DCU >GPI Input Assign • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• The following action settings:
- Settings relating to Key3 to Key8
- Settings relating to frame memory
- Settings for primary signals that cannot be selected
using AUX bus when the action is Aux ? O’ride Src ??
- Settings relating to Aspect
7354 Engineering Setup >DCU >GPI Output Assign • Settings relating to M/E-2 to M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X
and settings relating to M/E-1 to M/E-5 on the MVS-
7000X a)
• The following action settings:
- Settings relating to Key3 to Key8

a) You can change the banks that are not used to P/P, M/E-3, and M/E-4 on the MVS-8000X, and to P/P and M/E-2 to M/E-5 on the MVS-7000X. This operation
is configured in the Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config >Logical M/E Assign menu (7331.5).
b) The menu numbers shown by way of example are those for M/E-1. The same applies for the M/E-2 to M/E-5, and PGM/PST menus.
c) Functions only when [Speed] is set after pressing [Angle].
d) Operation not supported for 4K format images. Operation is only supported on the four divided sub-images.

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Menus Recalled by Pressing a Button Twice
For relevant buttons other than the top menu selection “XX” represents the last recalled page in each menu.
buttons, pressing twice in rapid succession directly recalls
a related menu page. The following table lists these buttons Note
of each control block, together with the menus they recall.
Some menus and unsupported functions may not appear,
depending on the system configuration.
Cross-point control block/AUX bus control block

Button Menu recalled by double-press See page

FM1 to 8 signals assigned buttons Frame Memory >Still >Recall page 172
Color Bkgd1 signal assigned button Color Bkgd >Color Bkgd1 page 190
Color Bkgd2 signal assigned button Color Bkgd >Color Bkgd2
CCR1 signal assigned button CCR >CCR1 >XX page 201
CCR2 signal assigned button CCR >CCR2 >XX
FMS 1 Frame Memory >Still >Recall page 172
FMS 2 Frame Memory >Still >Recall
a)
KEY1 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key1 >XX page 108
• PGM/PST >DSK1 >XX
KEY2 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key2 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK2 >XX
KEY3 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key3 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK3 >XX
KEY4 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key4 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK4 >XX
KEY5 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key5 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK5 >XX
KEY6 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key6 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK6 >XX
KEY7 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key7 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK7 >XX
KEY8 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key8 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK8 >XX

a) The following cross-point control block buttons only:

- Key bus delegation buttons on the cross-point pad
- 1st row delegation buttons in key/AUX bus delegation mode

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 Transition control block

Button Menu recalled by double-press See page

KEY1 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key1 >XX page 108
• PGM/PST >DSK1 >XX
KEY2 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key2 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK2 >XX
KEY3 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key3 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK3 >XX
KEY4 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key4 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK4 >XX
KEY5 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key5 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK5 >XX
KEY6 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key6 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK6 >XX
KEY7 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key7 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK7 >XX
KEY8 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key8 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK8 >XX
WIPE M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5, PGM/PST >Wipe >Main Pattern page 138
DME WIPE M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5, PGM/PST >DME Wipe >XX page 156
SUPER MIX M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5, PGM/PST >Misc >Transition page 87
PST COLOR MIX M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5, PGM/PST >Misc >Transition page 87
FM1&2 CLIP, FM3&4 CLIP, FM5&6 CLIP, M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5, PGM/PST >Misc >Clip Transition page 182
FM7&8 CLIP
PRIOR SET M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5, PGM/PST >Misc >Key Priority page 86
KEY PRIOR M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5, PGM/PST >Misc >Next Key Priority page 86

Flexi Pad control block

Button Menu recalled by double-press See page

WIPE M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5, PGM/PST >Wipe >Main Pattern page 138
DME WIPE M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5, PGM/PST >DME Wipe >XX page 156
SNAPSHOT Snapshot >Snapshot >XX page 351
MASTR EFF Effect >Master Timeline >Store page 339
SHOTBOX Shotbox >Register >Store/Recall page 359
MCRO Macro >Register >XX page 375

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 Flexi Pad control block

Button Menu recalled by double-press See page

KEY1 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key1 >XX page 108
• PGM/PST >DSK1 >XX
KEY2 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key2 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK2 >XX
KEY3 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key3 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK3 >XX
KEY4 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key4 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK4 >XX
KEY5 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key5 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK5 >XX
KEY6 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key6 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK6 >XX
KEY7 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key7 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK7 >XX
KEY8 a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key8 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK8 >XX
WIPE a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Transition >Wipe Adjust page 147
>Pattern Select
• PGM/PST >DSK1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Transition >Wipe Adjust
>Pattern Select
DME WIPE a) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Transition >DME Wipe page 160
Adjust >1ch Pattern Select
• PGM/PST >DSK1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Transition >DME Wipe Adjust
>1ch Pattern Select

a) Buttons in the memory recall section in key operation mode

Key control block a)

Button Menu recalled by double-press See page

KEY1 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key1 >XX page 108
• PGM/PST >DSK1 >XX
KEY2 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key2 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK2 >XX
KEY3 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key3 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK3 >XX
KEY4 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key4 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK4 >XX
KEY5 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key5 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK5 >XX
KEY6 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key6 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK6 >XX
KEY7 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key7 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK7 >XX
KEY8 • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key8 >XX
• PGM/PST >DSK8 >XX
LUM • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Type
LIN • PGM/PST >DSK1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Type

PTN
CRK • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Type >Chroma Adjust page 111
• PGM/PST >DSK1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Type >Chroma Adjust

a) The menu recalled depends on which of the M/E delegation buttons are
selected.

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 Key fader control block

Button Menu recalled by double-press See page

a)
Key delegation buttons • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >XX page 108
• PGM/PST >DSK1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >XX
WIPE b) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Transition >Wipe page 147
Adjust >Pattern Select
• PGM/PST >DSK1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Transition >Wipe Adjust
>Pattern Select
DME WIPE b) • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Transition >DME Wipe page 160
Adjust >1ch Pattern Select
• PGM/PST >DSK1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Transition >DME Wipe
Adjust >1ch Pattern Select
K-SS STORE c) Snapshot >Key Snapshot >XX page 351

a) The menu recalled depends on keys assigned to the delegation buttons. c) When the [K-SS] button is lit amber.
b) The menu recalled depends on which of the delegation buttons is selected.
Numeric keypad control block

Button Menu recalled by double-press See page

a)
EFF • Effect >Effect 1-99 >XX page 341
• Effect >Master Timeline >Store b) page 339
SNAPSHOT • Snapshot >Snapshot >XX a) page 351
• Snapshot >Master Snapshot >Store b) page 353
SHOTBOX Shotbox >Register >Store/Recall page 359
MCRO Macro >Register >XX page 375
c)
STORE Key Frame >Region Select page 324
c)
RCALL Key Frame >Region Select page 324

a) When other than [MASTR] is selected with the region selection buttons. c) When the [EFF] button and [SNAPSHOT] button is lit amber or green.
b) When [MASTR] is selected with the region selection buttons.
Utility/shotbox control block

Button Menu recalled by double-press See page

TRANS RATE1 to TRANS RATE3 Misc >Transition >Key/ME/FTB page 194

Device control block (trackball)

Button Menu recalled by double-press See page

CH1 to CH8 a) DME >XX page 241
b)
CH1 to CH12 Device >DDR/VTR >Cueup & Play page 307
FM1 CLIP to FM8 CLIP Frame Memory >Clip >Recall page 177
c)
K1RSZ to K8RSZ • M/E-1, 2, 3, 4, 5 >Key1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Processed Key/Resizer page 128
• PGM/PST >DSK1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 >Processed Key/Resizer

a) When three-dimensional transform operation mode is enabled.

b) When the VTR/disk recorder/frame memory operation mode is enabled.
c) When the resizer operation mode is enabled.

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Spotlighting

Texture Patterns

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30
Material provided by Digital Archive Japan, INC.

Shape Patterns

1 2

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Functional Differences Between DME Models
Yes: Available, No: Not available

Function Menu number MVE-8000A MVE-9000 MKS-7470X/7471X See page

Border signal selection 4111 Single color only Flat Color Flat Color page 241
Ext Video Ext Video
Mix Color Mix Color
CG border 4111 No No Yes page 242
Key border 4113 No Cannot be enabled at Cannot be enabled at page 244
the same time as the same time as
Glow. Glow.
Art Edge 4114 No Yes Yes page 245
Flex shadow 4115 No Yes Yes page 248
Wipe crop 4116 No Yes Yes page 251
Pattern number 304
corner radius is not
available.
Color mix 4117 No Yes Yes page 253
Defocus/blur 4121 Cannot be enabled at Yes Yes page 254,
the same time as Glow. page 254
Mask 4127 Yes Yes Yes page 259
Effect groups 1 and 2
cannot be selected at
the same time.
Pattern 304 (Round
Corner) is not available.
Adjustment of Lighting/ 4151 No Yes Yes page 273,
Spotlighting [Total 4156 page 282
Ambient] parameter
(brightness of whole
image)
Setting the bar mode of 4151 No Yes Yes page 275
the highlight area
Adjustment of highlight 4151 No Yes Yes page 275
area [Bar Diffuse Color]
parameter (color of
diffused lighting
regions)
Trail afterimage signal 4152 Freeze Video No limitation No limitation page 276
selection Flat Color
Hue Rotate
Trail combine process 4152 No Yes Yes page 277
Trail defocus function 4152 No Yes Yes page 276
Keyframe strobe 4154 No Yes Yes page 278
combine process
Wind 4155 No Yes Yes page 279
Spotlighting 4156 No Yes Yes page 280
Background signal 4161 Single color only Flat Color Flat Color page 286
selection Ext Video Ext Video
Mix Color Mix Color
Interpolation settings 4163 Yes (SD only) Yes (both SD/HD) Yes (both SD/HD) page 289
Anti-moiré filter 4163 Yes No No page 290
Flex shadow center axis 4164 No Yes Yes page 239
settings

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Function Menu number MVE-8000A MVE-9000 MKS-7470X/7471X See page
Dim and fade 4173 No Yes Yes page 258
Glow 4174 Cannot be enabled at Cannot be enabled at Cannot be enabled at page 259
the same time as the same time as Key the same time as Key
Defocus/Blur. Border. Border.
Combiner [Depth] 4211 No Yes Yes page 294
settings (three-
dimensional crossing
function)
Adding user texture 7316.9 No Yes Yes page 417
patterns (Spotlighting)
Edge softness function 7334 No No Yes page 466
enable/disable
AUX bus output/re-entry 7337.7 DME1 to 8 Ext In DME1 to 8 Ext In DME1 to 8 Ext In page 475
input settings settings unavailable settings supported settings supported
TBC window center 7341.1 Yes (SDI interface only) Yes (SDI interface No page 477
position (Video/Key) only)
TBC window center 7341.1 No Yes Yes page 477
position (External
Video)
Adjustment of output 7343 Yes only when SDI Yes only when SDI No page 477
video clip level interface is used. interface is used.
Editor port usage 7344 Yes Yes No page 478
settings
1080P support 7313 Yes No Yes page 408

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 5 In the Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Router menu
Simple Connection of the (7361), set the position in the MVS-8000X/7000X
system S-Bus space.
MKS-8080/8082 AUX Bus Select the setting from SWR1 and SWR2, and set each
Remote Panel of Source, Destination, and Level to 1.

Setting Status of the MKS-8080/8082

Procedure for Simple Connection
in Simple Connection
To connect the MKS-8080/8082 AUX Bus Remote Panel
to the control panel using an S-Bus data link requires a As a result of making the simple connection, the MKS-
HKSP-R80 Routing Switcher Controller Board or similar 8080/8082 operates in AUX bus mode, and the settings are
primary station and various settings for connection. the following factory defaults.
However, when using a simple connection, the need for an With regard to the meaning of the following settings, refer
S-Bus data link primary station is avoided, and direct to the “Menu Operations” section in the Operation Manual
connection to the MKS-8080/8082 is possible. for the MKS-8080/8082.
A simple connection is possible if the following conditions C: SET SWITCHER ID (for AUX mode)
are met: This is set to 001, which is the station number of the center
• There are no devices other than the control panel and control panel.
MKS-8080/8082 connected on the S-Bus data link.
• There are no more than 16 MKS-8080/8082 units D: SET AUX DESTINATION/SOURCE (for AUX
connected on the S-Bus data link. mode)
To carry out simple connection of the MKS-8080/8082 The source is set to IN001 and following, and destination
AUX Bus Remote Panel, use the following procedure. is set to OUT001 and following.
For settings on the MKS-8080/8082, refer to the “Making
the Setting with Buttons (Setup Function)” section and H: SET PHANTOM TABLE (for Router mode)
“Setting the station number” in “Preparations for the This is not set, since the unit does not operate in router
MKS-8080/8082” section in the Operation Manual for the mode.
MKS-8080/8082. N: SET PANEL TABLE (for Router mode)
The source is set to IN001 and following, and destination
1 Carry out initialization of the MKS-8080/8082 is set to OUT001 and following. However, since the unit
settings. does not operate in router mode, these settings are not
This can be executed on the MKS-8080/8082 used.
separately. O: SET AVAILABLE SOURCE/DESTINATION
Set the source and destination ranges so that the MVS-
2 Set the MKS-8080/8082 station number in the range 2 8000X/7000X inputs and outputs can be selected.
to 17.
R: SET ROUTE
This can be set on the MKS-8080/8082 separately. Since when using the simple connection the switcher and
router cannot be connected in cascade, no route setting is
3 Set the S-Bus data link primary station to the control required, and this is not set.
panel by setting the STATION ID switches on the
front of the board in SLOT 1 of the SIU to 001 (switch Y: SET DISPLAY MODES
1 only to the ON position). The DISPLAY MODES/PANEL FUNCTION setting is
set to NORMAL.
The TALLY GROUP settings match the settings in the
System Interface Unit Board STATION ID
switches Engineering Setup >Router/Tally >Group Tally menu
(7362).
MKS-X2700/X7700 CA-90 S3801
Z: SET PANEL STATUS
4 In the Engineering Setup >System >Initialize menu The various settings are the same as the factory default
(7315), select PNL and carry out a reset. settings.
This carries out a restart, and when the restart is
completed connection to the MKS-8080/8082 is
possible.

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 Word separator character
Macro File Editing Rules Use “,” (comma).
Ignored
Spaces and tabs are ignored. There is no distinction
When editing a macro file, observe the following rules. between lowercase and uppercase. If two or more
separator characters appear consecutively, later ones are
ignored. Separator characters at the beginning of a line are
Macro File Syntax also ignored.

The macro file syntax is as follows. Content of line

Must begin with “Event?” or “Continue?”, followed by
File format symbols and parameters.
The file is in CSV (comma-separated value) format. Event?,[symbol],[parameter],[parameter],…
Continue?,[symbol],[parameter],[parameter],…
Newline code symbol: Type of event (ASCII character string) (see
CR (ASCII code 0D), LF (ASCII code 0A), or CRLF may page 552).
be used. parameter: Shows details of an event. Consists of
Statement syntax parameter names and arguments, and these must
There are four types of statement, each terminated by a appear in pairs. The number and type of parameters
newline code. depends on the event (see page 553).
File header: This must always appear as the first line of If the same parameter appears two or more times, the
the file. It comprises 28 characters, as follows. rightmost occurrence is valid.
Example: PNL (space) 0001PNL_rrrr.PMRnnnnnnnn
rrrr: Macro register number (0001 to 0099) How to use Continue statements
nnnnnnnn: In a file created on the switcher, this is a
When a single parameter has more than one argument, use
register name automatically set by the switcher.
a Continue statement.
When creating a new file, it is recommended to set this
This section describes a snapshot event as an example.
to be the same as the file name (see page 551).
An event to recall a snapshot in region M/E-1 is written as:
The name is limited to eight characters.
Event?,Snapshot,Region?,ME1,Register?,1,Attribute
The following characters may not be used.
?,Off,Time?,Current
space, \, /, :, ;, , (comma), . (period), <, >, *, ?, ", |
In the Event statement, only one region can be specified.
Comment: Begins with “#”. The content of the line
To specify both regions M/E-1 and DME1, use a Continue
following the “#” up to the next newline has no effect
statement, thus:
on macro execution, and can be used as a comment.
Event?,Snapshot,Region?,ME1,Register?,1,Attribute
?,Off,Time?,Current
Note Continue?,Snapshot,Region?,DME1,Register?,1,Attri
Comments can be used on the local drive or a bute?,Off,Time?,Current
removable drive only. When you load a macro file into To specify more than one argument for a region parameter,
a register, the comments are discarded. follow the Event statement by a Continue statement on the
next line.
Event statement: Begins with “Event?”, and defines the
macro event content (see page 551).
Continue statement: Begins with “Continue?”, and File Name
defines the macro event content (see page 551).
Some events cannot be used (see page 552). Set the file name as follows.
Example: nnnnnnnn.PNL_rrrr.PMR
nnnnnnnn: In a file created on the switcher, this is a
register name automatically set by the switcher.
Syntax of Event and Continue The name for a new file is limited to eight characters.
Statements The following characters may not be used.
space, \, /, :, ;, , (comma), . (period), <, >, *, ?, ", |
An event can be written with an Event statement only, or rrrr: macro register number (0001 to 0099)
with an Event statement followed by any number of
Continue statements. Event statements and Continue
statements have the following syntax.

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 Example path:
Saving and Loading a File Removable Drive\Sample\MACRO\CTRLCPU\
nnnnnnnn.PNL_rrrr.PMR
For a newly created file, if you create a directory on a
removable drive and move the file to the prescribed
location, you can then load it in the >All, External File
menu. Errors
If any of the following problems occur, it is not possible to
Note
load the file. Attempting to load the file will produce an
When modifying a file saved on the switcher, be sure to error message.
save it in the original directory. • If there is a syntax error.
• If a required parameter is not present.
Removable drive Any directory
For details, see “Error Messages” (page 565).

MACRO

CTRLCPU

nnnnnnnn.PNL_rrrr.PMR

Correspondence Between Events and Symbols

For details about events, see “Events” (page 363).

Event Symbol Using Continue

Cross-point selection in the AUX bus control block (AUX bus operation mode) AuxXpt No
Cross-point selection in the AUX bus control block (router operation mode) RouterXpt Yes
Cross-point selection in the cross-point control block MEXpt Yes
Auto transition and take in the transition control block MEAutoTransition Yes
Cut in the transition control block MECut No
Transition type selection TransitionType No
Next transition setting NextTransition No
Pattern limit enable/disable PatternLimit No
Execution of fade to black FadeToBlack No
Auto transition in an independent key transition KeyAutoTransition Yes
Key insertion and removal in an independent key transition KeyCut Yes
Independent key transition type selection KeyTransitionType No
VTR/disk recorder/Extended VTR/frame memory clip start point setting StartTc Yes
VTR/disk recorder/Extended VTR/frame memory clip playback Play Yes
VTR/disk recorder/Extended VTR/frame memory clip stop Stop Yes
VTR/disk recorder/Extended VTR/frame memory clip cue-up Cue Yes
VTR/disk recorder/Extended VTR/frame memory clip fast forward FF Yes
VTR/disk recorder/Extended VTR/frame memory clip rewind Rewind Yes
Loading of disk recorder/Extended VTR files DiskFileLoad No
Recall snapshot Snapshot Yes
Recall key snapshot KeySnapshot Yes

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Event Symbol Using Continue
Recall wipe snapshot WipeSnapshot Yes
Recall DME wipe snapshot DMEWipeSnapshot Yes
Recall shotbox Shotbox No
Recall master snapshot MasterSnapshot No
Recall master timeline MasterTimelineRecall No
Recall effect TimelineRecall Yes
Effect execution TimelineRun Yes
Rewind keyframe TimelineRewind Yes
Fast forward effect TimelineFF Yes
Effect execution direction selection (normal) TimelineDirectionNormal Yes
Effect execution direction selection (reverse) TimelineDirectionReverse Yes
Effect execution direction selection (normal/reverse enable) TimelineNormalReverseO Yes
n
Effect execution direction selection (normal/reverse disable) TimelineNormalReverseO Yes
ff
Pause a) Pause No
Recall function assigned to memory recall button/user preference button UtilityButton No
Recall function assigned to 1st row/2nd row cross-point button KeyBusUtilityButton No
Frame memory clip loop enable/disable FMLoop Yes
Menu macro recall and execution MenuMacroRun No
Recall frame memory clip ClipRecall No
Record device DeviceRecord Yes
AUX mix transition enable/disable AuxMix No
Page recall on cross-point pad XptPadPage No

a) For details about pause events, see “Macro Execution” (page 365).

Symbols and Parameters

Symbol Parameter name Arguments Description

MEXpt ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
MEBus? A, B, Key1 to Key8, Target bus
Key1Source to Key8Source,
Utility1, Utility2,
DMEExternalVideo
Xpt? 1 to 300 Cross-point button number in the main table set
in the Xpt Assign menu
VideoKey? Video, Key Type of signal (video signal or key signal) to
select on the target bus

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Symbol Parameter name Arguments Description
AuxXpt AuxBus? EditPreview, Target AUX bus
Aux1 to Aux48, (a): DMEnVideo2nd= Bus for selecting
FrameMemory1, background video signal of DMEn channel (n=1
FrameMemory2, to 8),
DME1Video to DME8Video, (b): DMEnKey2nd= Bus for selecting
DME1Key to DME8Key, background key signal of DMEn channel (n=1 to
DME1Video2nd to 8)
DME8Video2nd (a),
DME1Key2nd to
DME8Key2nd (b),
DMEUtility1, DMEUtility2,
CCR1, CCR2
Xpt? 1 to 300 Cross-point button number in the main table set
in the Xpt Assign menu
VideoKey? Video, Key Type of signal (video signal or key signal) to
select on the target bus
MEAutoTransition ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
Time? Current (a), Transition rate (number of frames)
0 to 999 (a): Mode in which the value set on the current
transition control block is used
ABusXpt? Current (a), A bus or B bus cross-point button number. Use
1 to 300 the button number of the main table set in the
Xpt Assign menu.
BBusXpt? Current (a),
(a): Mode in which the cross-point number set
1 to 300
for the current A bus or B bus is used
MECut ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
KeyAutoTransition ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
Key? Key1 to Key8 Key of the target independent key transition
Time? Current (a), Transition rate (number of frames)
0 to 999 (a): Mode in which the current value set for an
independent key transition is used
Direction? ToOn (a), Transition execution mode
ToOff (b), (a): Key is inserted
Any (c) (b): Key is removed
(c): Transition is always executed
KeyCut ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
Key? Key1 to Key8 Key of the target independent key transition
Direction? ToOn (a), Transition execution mode
ToOff (b), (a): Key is inserted
Any (c) (b): Key is removed
(c): Transition is always executed
Play Device? 1 to 12, FrameMemory1Clip to Target device
FrameMemory8Clip
Mode? Normal (a), Playback mode
Recue (b), (a): Normal mode
Loop (c) For Frame Memory 1 Clip to Frame Memory 8
Clip, settings are ignored and operation mode is
fixed to “Normal.”
(b): Recue mode
(c): Loop mode

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Symbol Parameter name Arguments Description
Cue Device? 1 to 12, FrameMemory1Clip to Target device
FrameMemory8Clip
Timecode? Current (a), Start point timecode
hh:mm:ss:ff hh=hours (00 to 23)
For Frame Memory 1 Clip to Frame Memory 8
Clip, hh is fixed to “01.”
mm=minutes (00 to 59)
ss=seconds (00 to 59)
ff=frames (00 to 29)
(a): Mode in which the currently set timecode is
used
Stop Device? 1 to 12, FrameMemory1Clip to Target device
FrameMemory8Clip
FF Device? 1 to 12, FrameMemory1Clip to Target device
FrameMemory8Clip
Rewind Device? 1 to 12, FrameMemory1Clip to Target device
FrameMemory8Clip
DiskFileLoad Device? 1 to 12 Target device
FileName? File Name Name of file being set (max. 23 characters)
Snapshot Region? ME1 to ME5, PP, User1 to Target region
User8, DME1 to DME8,
Router
Register? 1 to 99 Target register number
Attribute? Off, Dissolve, AutoTransition, Target snapshot attribute
Dissolve&AutoTransition
Time? Current (a), 0 to 999 Duration of effect dissolve (number of frames)
(a): Mode in which the currently set value is
used
KeySnapshot ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
Key? Key1 to Key8 Target key
Register? 1 to 4 Target register number
WipeSnapshot ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
Register? 1 to 10 Target register number
DMEWipeSnapshot ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
Register? 1 to 10 Target register number
TimelineRecall Region? ME1 to ME5, PP, User1 to Target region
User8, DME1 to DME8, PBus,
Device1 to Device12, GPI
Register? 1 to 399 Target register number
TimelineRun Region? ME1 to ME5, PP, User1 to Target region
User8, DME1 to DME8, PBus, (a): Mode in which operation takes place in the
Device1 to Device12, GPI, region currently specified in the numeric keypad
Current (a) control block
TimelineRewind Region? ME1 to ME5, PP, User1 to Target region
User8, DME1 to DME8, PBus, (a): Mode in which operation takes place in the
Device1 to Device12, GPI, region currently specified in the numeric keypad
Current (a) control block
TimelineFF Region? ME1 to ME5, PP, User1 to Target region
User8, DME1 to DME8, PBus, (a): Mode in which operation takes place in the
Device1 to Device12, GPI, region currently specified in the numeric keypad
Current (a) control block
Shotbox Register? 1 to 99 Target register number
Pause Time? 0 to 999 Time for which macro is paused (number of
frames)

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Symbol Parameter name Arguments Description
StartTc Device? 1 to 12, FrameMemory1Clip to Target device
FrameMemory8Clip
MasterSnapshot Register? 1 to 99 Target register number
MasterTimelineRecall Register? 1 to 99 Target register number
RouterXpt DestinationButton? 1 to 128 Router cross-point button
Source? 1 to 1024 Router source number
Level? 1 to 8 Router level selection
PatternLimit ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
Status? ToOn (a), Pattern limit status
ToOff (b), (a): Pattern limit applies
Any (c) (b): Pattern limit does not apply
(c): The pattern limit status always changes
TransitionType ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
TransitionType? Mix, NAM, SuperMix, Transition type
PresetColorMix, Wipe,
DMEWipe,
FM1&2Clip, FM3&4Clip,
FM5&6Clip, FM7&8Clip
KeyTransitionType ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
Key? Key1 to Key8 Key of the target independent key transition
Direction? On (a), Independent key transition execution mode
Off (b), (a): Key is inserted
Any (c) (b): Key is removed
(c): Transition is always executed
KeyTransitionType? Mix, Wipe, DMEWipe, Cut Transition type of the independent key transition
NextTransition ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
All? On, Off Target next transition
KeyPriority? On, Off Target next transition
BKGD? On, Off Target next transition
Key1? to Key8? On, Off Target next transition
FadeToBlack Time? Current (a), Transition rate (number of frames)
0 to 999 (a): Mode in which the current value set for fade
to black is used
TimelineDirectionNormal Region? ME1 to ME5, PP Target region
User1 to User8, (a): Mode in which operation takes place in the
DME1 to DME8, PBus, region currently specified in the numeric keypad
Device1 to Device12, control block
GPI, Current (a)
TimelineDirectionReverse Region? ME1 to ME5, PP Target region
User1 to User8, (a): Mode in which operation takes place in the
DME1 to DME8, PBus, region currently specified in the numeric keypad
Device1 to Device12, control block
GPI, Current (a)
TimelineNormalReverseOn Region? ME1 to ME5, PP Target region
User1 to User8, (a): Mode in which operation takes place in the
DME1 to DME8, PBus, region currently specified in the numeric keypad
Device1 to Device12, control block
GPI, Current (a)
TimelineNormalReverseOff Region? ME1 to ME5, PP Target region
User1 to User8, (a): Mode in which operation takes place in the
DME1 to DME8, PBus, region currently specified in the numeric keypad
Device1 to Device12, control block
GPI, Current (a)

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Symbol Parameter name Arguments Description
UtilityButton UtilityModule? UserPrefs, Target control block
UtilityBox
Button? 1 to 480 Target button
UtilityStatus? On, Status of function assigned to button
Off, (a): Operates according to currently assigned
Current (a) function
FMLoop Device? FrameMemory1Clip to Target clip
FrameMemory8Clip
FMLoopMode? On (a), Frame memory clip loop enable/disable
Off (b) (a): Loop is enabled
(b): Loop is disabled
MenuMacroRun Register? 1 to 99 Target register number
KeyBusUtilityButton ME? ME1 to ME5, PP Target control block
BANK? Bank1 to Bank10 Target bank
KeyBusUtilityButton? 1 to 36 Target button
UtilityStatus? On, Status of function assigned to button
Off, (a): Operates according to currently assigned
Current (a) function
ClipRecall Device? FrameMemory1Clip to Target clip
FrameMemory8Clip
ClipType? Pair, Single Clip type (pair/single)
Clip? Clip Name Name of clip (up to four characters)
DeviceRecord Device? 1 to 12 Target device
AuxMix AuxMixBus? Aux1, Aux3, Aux5, to Aux47 Target AUX bus (odd-numbered bus)
AuxMixStatus? On, Off AUX mix transition enable/disable
XptPadPage MEAuxBank? ME1 to ME5, PP, 1stAux, Target control block
2ndAux
Page? 1 to 14 Target page

Example of File Contents

Line Content Description

1 PNL 0001PNL_0000.PMRMACROREG File header
2 #,Sample, Comment
3 Event?,Snapshot,Region?,ME1,Register?,1,Attribute?,Off,Time?, Simultaneously recall snapshots from register
Current number 1 in the M/E-1 and DME1 regions.
4 Continue?,Snapshot,Region?,DME1,Register?,1,Attribute?,Off,
Time?,Current
5 Event?,MEXpt,ME?,ME2,MEBus?,A,Xpt?,121,VideoKey?,Video Select button number 121 on the M/E-2 A bus.

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 Button (1) Button (2) Button (3)
Content Displayed in Sub A Bus 1st Row XPT 1
Sub B Bus 1st Row Shift :
Macro Attachment List Sub KEY1 Bus
2nd Row
2nd Row Shift
XPT 128

: 3rd Row
Sub KEY8 Bus 3rd Row Shift
The “Button” column in the macro attachment list 4th Row
displayed in the status area of the Macro >Attachment Main&Sub A Bus 4th Row Shift
menu (5421) shows the names of buttons that you apply a Main&Sub B Bus
macro attachment using symbol abbreviations.
Main&Sub KEY1 Bus
The “Button” column in the list displays a combination of :
Button (1), Button (2), and Button (3) from the following Main&Sub KEY8 Bus
tables.
Sub KEY1 Src Bus V 1st Row
Example: : K 1st Row
Block: P/P XPT Sub KEY8 Src Bus V 1st Row Shift
Button (1): UTIL1 Bus K 1st Row Shift
Button (2): V 1st Row Main&Sub KEY1 Src V 2nd Row
Button (3): XPT2 Bus K 2nd Row
: V 2nd Row Shift
In this case, the display in the “Button” column is: Main&Sub KEY8 Src K 2nd Row Shift
UTIL1 Bus V 1st Row XPT2 Bus
This indicates “P/P cross-point control block, utility1 bus, UTIL1 Bus V 1st Row
1st row video signal, cross-point button 2.” UTIL2 Bus K 1st Row
DME EXT Bus V 1st Row Shift
DMEUtility1 K 1st Row Shift
DMEUtility2 V 2nd Row
M/E and PGM/PST Banks K 2nd Row
Sub UTIL1 Bus V 2nd Row Shift
The following table shows the macro attachment Sub UTIL2 Bus K 2nd Row Shift
assignable buttons for the PGM/PST bank. Sub DME EXT Bus V 3rd Row
For the M/E-1 (M/E-2 to M/E-5) bank, “P/P” in the Block K 3rd Row
Main&Sub UTIL1 Bus V 3rd Row Shift
Select and Block columns changes to “M/E-1” to “M/E-5”. Main&Sub UTIL2 Bus K 3rd Row Shift
Main&Sub DME EXT V 4th Row
Block Select: P/P, Block: P/P XPT Bus K 4th Row
V 4th Row Shift
Button (1) Button (2) Button (3) K 4th Row Shift
A Bus 1st Row XPT 1 EDIT PVW V 2nd Row
B Bus 1st Row Shift : AUX1 K 2nd Row
2nd Row XPT 128 : V 2nd Row Shift
KEY1 Bus 2nd Row Shift AUX48 K 2nd Row Shift
: 3rd Row FM1
KEY8 Bus 3rd Row Shift FM2
4th Row CCR1
4th Row Shift CCR2
KEY1 Src Bus V 1st Row DME1V V 2nd Row
: K 1st Row : V 2nd Row Shift
KEY8 Src Bus V 1st Row Shift DME8V
K 1st Row Shift
V 2nd Row DME1K K 2nd Row
K 2nd Row : K 2nd Row Shift
V 2nd Row Shift DME8K
K 2nd Row Shift

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Block Select: P/P, Block: P/P Trans
AUX Bus Control Block
Button (1) Button (2) Button (3)
Block Select: Aux, Block: AUX-1, AUX-2
(blank) MIX a) (nothing)
KEY1 NAM a)
: SUPER MIX a) Button (1) Button (2) Button (3)
KEY8 PST COLOR MIX a) EDIT PVW V XPT 1
WIPE a) AUX1 K :
Sub DME WIPE a) : V Shift XPT 128
Sub KEY1 FM1&2 CLIP a) AUX48 K Shift
: (nothing) a) FM1 V 4th Row
Sub KEY8 KEY ON FM2 K 4th Row
AUTO TRANS V 4th Row Shift
Main&Sub CUT K 4th Row Shift
Main&Sub KEY1 ALL a)
: KEY PRIOR a) DME1V V
Main&Sub KEY8 BKGD a) : V Shift
KEY1 a) DME8V V 4th Row
: V 4th Row Shift
KEY8 a) DME1K K
NORM a) : K Shift
NORM/REV a) DME8K K 4th Row
REV a) K 4th Row Shift
Fader
PRIOR SET a) DMEUtility1 V
DMEUtility2 K
a) These buttons can be assigned functions in the Setup menu. They can be V Shift
assigned with any of the following functions: transition types (MIX, K Shift
NAM, SUPER MIX, PST COLOR MIX, WIPE, DME WIPE, FM1&2 V 4th Row
CLIP, FM3&4 CLIP, FM5&6 CLIP, FM7&8 CLIP), next transitions K 4th Row
(BKGD, KEY1 to KEY8, KEY PRIOR, ALL), PLAY, CUE, STOP, or V 4th Row Shift
PTN LIMIT.
K 4th Row Shift
Block Select: P/P, Block: P/P Key Trans CCR1 V
CCR2 K
Button (1) a) Button (2) Button (3) P/P UTIL1 V Shift
P/P UTIL2 K Shift
KEYx KEY ON (nothing)
M/E-1 UTIL1 V 4th Row
P/P KEYx AUTO TRANS
M/E-1 UTIL2 K 4th Row
M/E-x KEYx
M/E-2 UTIL1 V 4th Row Shift
M/E-2 UTIL2 K 4th Row Shift
Sub KEYx
M/E-3 UTIL1
Sub P/P KEYx
M/E-3 UTIL2
Sub M/E-x KEYx
M/E-4 UTIL1
M/E-4 UTIL2
Main&Sub KEYx
M/E-5 UTIL1
Main&Sub P/P KEYx
M/E-5 UTIL2
Main&Sub M/E-x
KEYx

a) M/E-x: where x is the M/E number (1 to 5)

Keyx: where x is the key number (1 to 8)

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Button (1) Button (2) Button (3) Block Select: Others, Block: Key Fader 1 to Key
Fader 4
DSK1 V XPT 1
: V Shift :
Button (1) Button (2) Button (3)
DSK8 V 4th Row XPT 128
V 4th Row Shift P/P KEY1 MIX
M/E-1 KEY1 M/E-1 KEY2 WIPE
: M/E-2 KEY3 DME WIPE
M/E-1 KEY8 M/E-3 KEY4 CUT
M/E-4 KEY5 AUTO TRANS
M/E-2 KEY1 M/E-5 KEY6 KEY ON
: KEY7
M/E-2 KEY8 KEY8

M/E-3 KEY1
:
M/E-3 KEY8

M/E-4 KEY1
:
M/E-4 KEY8

M/E-5 KEY1
:
M/E-5 KEY8
DSK1 Src V
: K
DSK8 Src V Shift
K Shift
M/E-1 KEY1 Src V 4th Row
: K 4th Row
M/E-1 KEY8 Src V 4th Row Shift
K 4th Row Shift
M/E-2 KEY1 Src
:
M/E-2 KEY8 Src

M/E-3 KEY1 Src

:
M/E-3 KEY8 Src

M/E-4 KEY1 Src

:
M/E-4 KEY8 Src

M/E-5 KEY1 Src

:
M/E-5 KEY8 Src

P/P DME EXT

M/E-1 DME EXT
M/E-2 DME EXT
M/E-3 DME EXT
M/E-4 DME EXT
M/E-5 DME EXT

Other Blocks
Block Select: Others, Block: Trackball

Button (1) Button (2) Button (3)

DEV CUE (nothing)
PLAY
STOP
START TC

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Menu Operations Not
Registered in a Menu
Macro
The menu operations not registered in a menu macro
comprise some operations common to all menus and some
operations inhibited in individual menus.
Operations not registered in menu macros,
common to all menus
• Recalling menus
• Delegation operations: region selection, channel
delegation, operations assigning a parameter to a knob,
and so forth
• Parameter setting operations using adjustment knobs or
trackball (numeric value entered on the numeric keypad
are registered)
Operations not registered in menu macros, in
individual menus

Menu Menu path

number
0011 to 0023 All menus under Home
2541 Frame Memory >File >Pair Recombination
2542 Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
2544 Frame Memory >File >Move
2545 Frame Memory >File >Delete
2546 Frame Memory >File >Rename
2551 Frame Memory >File >Folder
2561 Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD
Format
2562 Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD
Backup/Restore
5333 Device >DDR/VTR >File List
5412 to 5441 All menus under Macro
7111 to 7173 All menus under File
7311 to 7317 All menus under Engineering Setup
>System menu
7327 Engineering Setup >Panel >Maintenance

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Data Saved by [Setup Define] and [Initial Status
Define]
This section lists the data saved in the Engineering Setup
>System >Start Up menu (7314) by [Setup Define] and
[Initial Status Define].

Data Saved by [Setup Define]

Included in Panel Setup

Menu number Menu path Saved data

0022 Home >Favorites >Group Edit All data relating to Group Edit menu
0023 Home >Favorites >Button Edit All data relating to Button Edit menu
2511 Frame Memory >Still >Recall [Direct Recall] settings
2521 Frame Memory >Clip >Recall [Direct Recall] settings
6115 Key Frame >Timeline Assign All data relating to Timeline Assign menu
7161 File >All, External File >All [CLR Before Load] settings
7314 Engineering Setup >System >Start Up [Power On File Load] settings
7317 Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance [Auto Detect] settings
7321 Engineering Setup >Panel >Config All data relating to Config menu
7322 Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign Data relating to Table assignments for each bus
7322.1 Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Table Button All data relating to Table Button Assign menu
Assign
7322.10 Engineering Setup >Panel >Side Flags Button Assign All data relating to Side Flags Button Assign menu
7322.12 Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Src Name/ All data relating to User Color Select menu
Src Color >User Color Select
7322.13 Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Shift Mode All data relating to Shift Mode menu
7323 Engineering Setup >Panel >Aux Assign All data relating to Aux Assign menu
7324 Engineering Setup >Panel >Prefs/Utility All data relating to Prefs/Utility menu
7325 Engineering Setup >Panel >Device Interface All data relating to Device Interface menu
7326 Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation All data relating to Operation menu (excluding
[Default KF Duration] settings in the Operation
>Effect Mode menu (7326.2)
7327 Engineering Setup >Panel >Maintenance All data relating to Maintenance menu (excluding
[Touch Panel Calibration] adjustment values)
7351 to 7355 Engineering Setup >DCU All data relating to DCU menu
7361 to 7367 Engineering Setup >Router/Tally All data relating to router/tally interface
7411 Diag >Error Info >Error Status [Error Popup] settings
7412 Diag >Error Info >Error Log [Error Popup] settings
– – Color palette window data

Included in Switcher Setup

Menu number Menu path Saved data

3221 Misc >Safe Title All data relating to Safe Title menu

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Menu number Menu path Saved data
7322.5 Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Main, V/K All data relating to Main, V/K Pair Assign menu
Pair Assign
7322.6 Engineering Setup >Panel >Xpt Assign >Src Name/ All data relating to Src Name/Src Color menu
Src Color
7326.2 Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation >Effect Mode Setting of [Default KF Duration] for switcher
keyframes
7331 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Config All data relating to Config menu
7332 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Input All data relating to Input menu
7333 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Output All data relating to Output menu
7334 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Transition All data relating to Transition menu
7335 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Key/Wipe/FM/CCR All data relating to Key/Wipe/FM/CCR menu
7336 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Link All data relating to Link menu
7337 Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface All data relating to Device Interface menu

Included in DME Setup

Menu number Menu path Saved data

7326.2 Engineering Setup >Panel >Operation >Effect Mode • Settings relating to [Default KF Duration] for DME
keyframes
• Setting data for [Effect Auto Save]
7341 to 7344 Engineering Setup >DME All data relating to DME menu

Data Saved by [Initial Status Define]

Included in Panel

Menu number Menu path Saved data

– – • Key control block delegation buttons and [AUTO DELEG] button settings
• Numeric keypad control block mode selection buttons, [TC], [RCALL], and
[STORE] button settings
• Menu panel [SUB MENU SITE] button settings
• Utility/shotbox control block mode selection button settings
• Cross-point control block delegation button settings assigned to 1st row,
cross-point pad button settings ([MACRO ATTACH ENABLE], display mode
button, 1st row or 2nd row delegation buttons, [KEY], [DUAL BKGD BUS],
[ROW-1 PROT] to [ROW-4 PROT]), cross-point pad display page numbers
• AUX bus control block bus delegation button settings, cross-point pad
button settings (display mode button, [RTR MODE], [2ND DELG], [DEST
DISP MODE], [KEY], level selection buttons), cross-point pad display page
numbers
• Transition control block [KF] button settings
• Flexi Pad control block mode selection button settings, bank selection
button settings, key delegation button settings in key operation mode
6351 Snapshot >Key Snapshot <Recall Mode> group settings
>Attribute

Included in Switcher (same as data saved in Snapshot)

Note
not saved by [Initial Status Define].

In Multi Program 2 mode, M/E Config settings are saved

in Snapshot when [Recall M/E Config] is enabled, but are

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Menu number Menu path Saved data
– – • The following data for each M/E
cross-points, transitions, Key1 to Key8 (including independent key transition
settings), wipes, DME wipes, video process
• Color background 1 and 2
• Frame memory
• AUX bus (including video processing and AUX mix transition settings)
• CCR
3211 Misc >Enable >Port Enable <Switcher> group settings data
3213 Misc >Enable >Side Flags All data relating to Side Flags menu

Included in DME

Menu number Menu path Saved data

4100 DME >Status Three-dimensional transform data
4111 DME >Edge >Border/Crop All data relating to Border/Crop menu
4112 DME >Edge >Beveled Edge All data relating to Beveled Edge menu
4121 to 4124 DME >Video Modify All data relating to Video Modify menu
4131 DME >Freeze >Freeze All data relating to Freeze menu
4141 (4141.1 to DME >Non Linear/Corner Pin >Non Linear All data relating to Non Linear menu
4141.28)
4151 DME >Light/Trail >Lighting All data relating to Lighting menu
4152 DME >Light/Trail >Trail All data relating to Trail menu
4153 DME >Light/Trail >Motion Decay All data relating to Motion Decay menu
4154 DME >Light/Trail >KF Strobe All data relating to KF Strobe menu
4161 DME >Input/Output >Bkgd All data relating to Bkgd menu
4162 DME >Input/Output >Video/Key All data relating to Video/Key menu
4163 DME >Input/Output >Process All data relating to Process menu
4164 DME >Input/Output >Graphic All data relating to Graphic menu
4211, 4221 Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Combine Priority All data relating to Combine Priority menu
Global Effect >Ch5-Ch8 >Combine Priority
4212, 4222 Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Brick All data relating to Brick menu
Global Effect >Ch5-Ch8 >Brick
4213, 4223 Global Effect >Ch1-Ch4 >Shadow All data relating to Shadow menu
Global Effect >Ch5-Ch8 >Shadow
4113 DME >Edge >Key Border All data relating to Key Border menu
4114 DME >Edge >Art Edge All data relating to Art Edge menu
4115 DME >Edge >Flex Shadow All data relating to Flex Shadow menu
4116 DME >Edge >Wipe Crop All data relating to Wipe Crop menu
4117 DME >Edge >Color Mix All data relating to Color Mix menu
4127 DME >Video Modify >Mask All data relating to Mask menu
4155 DME >Light/Trail >Wind All data relating to Wind menu
4156 DME >Light/Trail >Spot Lighting All data relating to Spot Lighting menu
4171 DME >Enhanced Video Modify >Sketch All data relating to Sketch menu
4172 DME >Enhanced Video Modify >Metal All data relating to Metal menu
4173 DME >Enhanced Video Modify >Dim & Fade All data relating to Dim & Fade menu
4174 DME >Enhanced Video Modify >Glow All data relating to Glow menu
3211 Misc >Enable >Port Enable <DME1> and <DME2> group data

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Error Messages a No

b Date/Time

c Device
Error messages appear in the following three formats.
• Listed by the Error Status menu (7411) or Error Log d Status
menu (7412)
• Message box
• Listed by the Error Information menu (9900)

Error Messages Displayed in the

Error Status/Error Log Menu
When an error occurs, the word “ERROR” appears in red
on the menu title button.
When “ERROR” is displayed, pressing the menu title
button displays the Error Status menu or Error Log menu.
When an error is still in effect: The Error Status menu
appears (see page 565).
When an error has already been cleared: The Error Log
e Refresh Status f Error Popup
menu appears (see page 565). button button

a No
This is a sequential number assigned to the error status.

b Date/Time
Menu title button This shows the date and time the error occurred.

c Device
You can select whether or not to indicate the occurrence of
This shows the device on which the error occurred.
an error by the word “ERROR” shown on the menu title
button, by setting [Error Popup] in the Error Status menu
d Status
or Error Log menu.
This shows the details of the error.
To display the error status or error log regardless
of whether there is currently an error e Refresh Status button
To display the error status, open the Diag >Error Info This refreshes the list display.
>Error Status menu (7411).
To display the error log, open the Diag >Error Info >Error f Error Popup button
Log menu (7412). This selects whether or not to display “ERROR” on the
menu title button when an error occurs. This button is
linked to [Error Popup] in the error log menu.
Error Status menu To enable display of the word “ERROR,” press [Error
The Error Status menu lists currently occurring error Popup], turning it on.
information, listed with the most recent information at the
top.
Error Log menu
When an error has been cleared, the error disappears from
the list. The Error Log menu lists changes in the error status from
the time that the menu display in the menu panel is started
up, listed with the most recent information at the top.
A maximum of 1024 error status changes appear, and
when the number exceeds 1024, the oldest items disappear
from the list.

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 e Clear button
a No This deletes the selected error log item from the list.
b Date/Time
f Plural button
c Device Press [Plural] to enable selection of more than one log. To
cancel the selection, press once again to return to the
d Status
normal display.

g ALL button
Press [ALL] to select all logs. To cancel the selection,
press once again to return to the normal display.

h Error Popup button

This selects whether or not to display “ERROR” on the
menu title button when an error occurs. This button is
linked to [Error Popup] in the error status menu.
To enable display of the word “ERROR,” press [Error
Popup], turning it on.

Error Messages Appearing in a

h Error Popup Message Box
button
An icon is displayed, corresponding to the content of the
g ALL button message.
f Plural button
Icon
e Clear button
Title

a No
This is a sequential number assigned to the items in the
error log.

b Date/Time
This shows the date and time the status change occurred.

c Device
This shows the device on which the status change
occurred.

d Status
This shows the details of the status change.
If you press on the list, this switches the display to reverse Message
video, and selects the item. You can also select items in the
error log using parameters.
Icon Message Description
Activate License
The license key you entered is invalid. 7316.7: Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit Config >License >License
Please check and enter again. Management
The Activate License procedure failed because the entered information was
incorrect. Check the license key, and enter again.

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Icon Message Description
Append Key Frame
[Append Key Frame] cannot be 2515: Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
executed. When [Append Key Frame] was executed, the frame memory output (FMx)
FMx is not assigned to a user region. was not assigned to a User region.
Make the assignment in menu 7331.4 (Engineering Setup >Switcher
>Config >User1-8 Config), and try again.
[Append Key Frame] cannot be 2515: Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
executed. When [Append Key Frame] was executed, the register (UserX region) was
Key Frame Register is locked. (UserX) locked. Unlock the register.
[Append Key Frame] cannot be 2515: Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
executed. When [Append Key Frame] was executed, files were being loaded into the
Key Frame Register is busy. (UserX) register (UserX region). Try again after file loading has finished.
[Append Key Frame] cannot be 2515: Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
executed. When [Append Key Frame] was executed, keyframe creation or editing was
Key Frame Register is being edited. in progress using the register (UserX region). Try again after the keyframe
(UserX) operation has finished.
[Append Key Frame] cannot be 2515: Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
executed. When [Append Key Frame] was executed, there were no remaining
Key Frame Register is full. (UserX) keyframes in the register (UserX region).
[Append Key Frame] cannot be 2515: Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
executed. When [Append Key Frame] was executed, the region selection button for a
Key Frame Register is not active. register in the numeric keypad control block was not selected. Select the
(UserX) region selection button [UserX] in the numeric keypad control block, and try
again.
Backup
No external HDD was found (–2). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Backup] was pressed, the external HDD could not be found. Check
that the external HDD is connected correctly.
Format operation failed (–10). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Backup] was pressed, formatting of the external HDD failed.
Format operation failed (–11).
Cannot access the partition (–12). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Backup] was pressed, the logical drives of the external HDD could
not be accessed. Check that the external HDD is formatted correctly.
Cannot access the directory (–20). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Backup] was pressed, the directory of the external HDD could not be
Cannot access the directory (–21).
accessed.
The external HDD is busy (–22). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Backup] was pressed, the external HDD was busy and could not be
accessed. Check that the access lamp of the external HDD or the menu
indicator is turned off, and try again.
ERROR (–31). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Backup] was pressed, the external HDD could not be written to
because a clip is currently playing or recording.
Backup operation failed (–34). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Backup] was pressed, the process to store the file to the external
Backup operation failed (–36).
HDD failed.
Cannot be executed. 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
Amount of FM files exceeds the When [Backup] was pressed, the number of files exceeded the storage limit.
capacity of usable frame memory.
Cannot be executed. 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
The function requires two frames of When [Backup] was pressed, two files were required but there was only one
frame memory. file remaining.
No directory exists (–50). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Backup] was pressed, the specified directory did not exist.
Rename operation failed (–52). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Backup] was pressed, renaming the directory failed.
Rename operation failed (–53).

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Icon Message Description
Invalid FM OutCh (–6). 2564: Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to DDR/VTR
When [Backup Start] was pressed, the specified frame memory output
channel could not be used.
Specified FM OutCh was locked (–7). 2564: Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to DDR/VTR
When [Backup Start] was pressed, the specified frame memory output
channel was locked.
Not enough free register area for 2564: Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to DDR/VTR
Backup or Restore process (–10). When [Backup Start] was pressed, there was insufficient capacity to carry
out the backup.
Prepare failed, not any file was found 2564: Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to DDR/VTR
on this board (–11). When [Backup Start] was pressed, no image files were found.
Backup failed, not prepared yet (–12). 2564: Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to DDR/VTR
When [Backup Start] was pressed, the device was not yet ready.
Backup failed, bad Clip id (–13). 2564: Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to DDR/VTR
When [Backup Start] was pressed, All One Clip recall failed (internal
processing error).
Prepare failed, all one Clip create 2564: Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to DDR/VTR
failed (–14). When [Backup Start] was pressed, All One Clip creation failed (internal
processing error).
Prepare failed, insufficient Clip id 2564: Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to DDR/VTR
(–15). When [Backup Start] was pressed, there were insufficient Clip IDs (internal
processing error).
Prepare failed, symbol files create 2564: Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to DDR/VTR
failed (–16). When [Backup Start] was pressed, marker frame file creation failed (internal
processing error).
Prepare failed, all one Clip recall failed 2564: Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to DDR/VTR
(–17). When [Backup Start] was pressed, All One Clip recall failed (internal
processing error).
ERROR (–19). Bad register number. 2564: Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to DDR/VTR
When [Backup Start] was pressed, Register Number was an invalid value
(internal processing error).
Prepare failed, because there is clip 2564: Frame Memory >External Device >Backup to DDR/VTR
playing (–22). When [Backup Start] was pressed, processing failed because clip playback
was in progress.
Change Password
Failed. 7317.1: Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance >Setup Operation Lock
The password was not changed. The password could not be changed.
Create Key Frame
[Create Key Frame] cannot be 2515: Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
executed. When [Create Key Frame] was executed, the frame memory output (FMx)
FMx is not assigned to a user region. was not assigned to a User region.
Make the assignment in menu 7331.4 (Engineering Setup >Switcher
>Config >User1-8 Config), and try again.
[Create Key Frame] cannot be 2515: Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
executed. When [Create Key Frame] was executed, the register (UserX region) was
Key Frame Register is locked. (UserX) locked. Unlock the register.
[Create Key Frame] cannot be 2515: Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
executed. When [Create Key Frame] was executed, files were being loaded into the
Key Frame Register is busy. (UserX) register (UserX region). Try again after file loading has finished.
[Create Key Frame] cannot be 2515: Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
executed. When [Create Key Frame] was executed, keyframe creation or editing was
Key Frame Register is being edited. in progress using register (UserX region). Try again after the keyframe
(UserX) operation has finished.
[Create Key Frame] cannot be 2515: Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
executed. When [Create Key Frame] was executed, an insufficient number of usable
There are no empty Key Frame keyframes were in UserX region.
Registers. (UserX)

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Icon Message Description
[Create Key Frame] cannot be 2515: Frame Memory >Still >Create Key Frame
executed. When [Create Key Frame] was executed, the region selection button for the
Key Frame Register is not active. register in the numeric keypad control block was not selected. Select the
(UserX) region selection button [UserX] in the numeric keypad control block, and try
again.
Error
This operation is canceled, because 6211.1: Effect >Master Timeline >Store >Edit
the register is locked. 6311.1: Snapshot >Master Snapshot >Store >Edit
Please change the register status to 6411.1: Shotbox >Register >Store/Recall >Edit
be unlocked first. An attempt was made to assign a locked register. Unlock the register before
carrying out the assignment.
The file was not able to be read. 7142.1: File >Shotbox, Macro >File Edit
When [Off Line Edit] was pressed, the selected file could not be read.
Select the file again, and press [Off Line Edit] once more.
It was not possible to make a file. 7142.3: File >Shotbox, Macro >File Edit >Off Line Edit
The file could not be written when storing.
Try to store once more.
Failed... 7162: File >All, External File >Import/Export
Importing a file failed. Check the format of the original file, and try again.
The Source and the target are the 7172: File >Configure >Unit ID Copy
same directory. The same directory and ID were selected for source and target.
Please change the source or the Select different directories and IDs.
target directory.
Extraction
ERROR (–1). 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
When [Extraction Start] was pressed, an internal processing error occurred.
Create thumbnail failed (–2). 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
When [Extraction Start] was pressed, thumbnail creation failed (internal
processing error).
Red Symbol file not match (–3). 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
When [Extraction Start] was pressed, a red marker frame file was invalid.
Blue Symbol file not match (–4). 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
When [Extraction Start] was pressed, a blue marker frame file was invalid.
No data between two symbol files 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
(–5). When [Extraction Start] was pressed, there was no data between two
marker frames.
Cannot find symbol file (–8). 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
When [Extraction Start] was pressed, the marker frame file could not be
found.
Clip frame error (–10). 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
When [Extraction Start] was pressed, the number of frames in a clip was
invalid (internal processing error).
Clip not found (–12). 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
When [Extraction Start] was pressed, the specified clip did not exist.
Clip is playing or being edited (–13). 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
When [Extraction Start] was pressed, the specified clip was being played
back or edited.
Clip register error (–14). 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
When [Extraction Start] was pressed, the data in the specified register could
not be processed (internal processing error).
Can’t extract pair clip (–15). 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
When [Extraction Start] was pressed, an attempt was made to extract a pair
clip.
Clip id not enough (–50). 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
When [Extraction Start] was pressed, there were over 100 clips.

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Icon Message Description
Still frame on FM 2nd board (–51). 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
When [Extraction Start] was pressed, a still image was extracted from an
external clip.
Clip frame number can’t be ODD in 2542: Frame Memory >File >Auto Extraction
720P format (–52). When [Extraction Start] was pressed, an odd number of clips were extracted
(720P format only).
File Frame Memory
Some requests are skipped. 7151: File >Frame Memory >Frame Memory
Following operation is not permitted. 7162: File >All, External File >Import/Export
– Loading that will cause duplicate An attempt was made to load a file with the same name as a file already in
register name. the register.
File Open Status
ERROR (01) 533X: Device >DDR/VTR
An error was returned from the DDR/VTR, and one of the messages on the
ERROR (02)
left appears, depending on the error number.
ERROR (FF): No target device has Check the device settings in menu 7355 (Engineering Setup >DCU >Serial
been assigned Port Assign) or menu 7325.4 (Engineering Setup >Panel >Device Interface
>Device Assign).
Format
Success!! 7317: Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance
But some partitions cannot be created Formatting of the local drive was completed successfully.
because the capacity of the local drive However, because of insufficient local drive capacity, only the possible
is not enough. number of partitions were created.
Failure. 7317: Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance
Local drive device is busy. Formatting of the local drive terminated abnormally.
In order to complete local drive format, If the local drive is functioning correctly, or in some cases when there is
System needs to be restarted and damage to the local drive, it may not be possible to format the local drive
formatted again. correctly in a single attempt. In such cases, it is necessary to restart the
System will be restarted, then please system, and then carry out formatting again.
execute local drive format again. Press [OK] to restart the system.
Failure. 7317: Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance
Make sure of the removable drive. Formatting of the removable drive terminated abnormally. Check that the
removable drive is connected correctly.
GPI Input
Please set Target. 7337.2/3: Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface >GPI Input
7344.1/2: Engineering Setup >DME >Device Interface >DME1 GPI Input
Please set Trigger Type.
7344.4/5: Engineering Setup >DME >Device Interface >DME2 GPI Input
Please set Reg No. 7344.7/8: Engineering Setup >DME >Device Interface >DME3 GPI Input
7344.10/11: Engineering Setup >DME >Device Interface >DME4 GPI Input
Please set Aux Bus No.
7352/7352.1: Engineering Setup >DCU >GPI Input Assign
Please set Src No. An incorrect parameter setting value was specified. Check the settings, and
try again.
GPI Output
Please set Target. 7337.4: Engineering Setup >Switcher >Device Interface >GPI Output
7344.3: Engineering Setup >DME >Device Interface >DME1 GPI Output
Please set Trigger Type.
7344.6: Engineering Setup >DME >Device Interface >DME2 GPI Output
Please set Reg No. 7344.9: Engineering Setup >DME >Device Interface >DME3 GPI Output
7344.12: Engineering Setup >DME >Device Interface >DME4 GPI Output
Please set Pulse Width.
7354: Engineering Setup >DCU >GPI Output Assign
Please set Pulse Timing. An incorrect parameter setting value was specified. Check the settings, and
try again.
HDD Format
No external HDD was found (–2). 2561: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Format
When [5 Partition] or [15 Partition] was pressed, the external HDD could not
be found. Check that the external HDD is connected correctly.
Format operation failed (–11). 2561: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Format
When [5 Partition] or [15 Partition] was pressed, formatting of the external
HDD failed.

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Icon Message Description
Cannot access the partition (–12). 2561: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Format
When [5 Partition] or [15 Partition] was pressed, the external HDD logical
drive could not be accessed. Check that the external HDD is formatted
correctly.
Cannot access the directory (–20). 2561: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Format
When [5 Partition] or [15 Partition] was pressed, the external HDD directory
could not be accessed.
The external HDD is busy (–22). 2561: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Format
When [5 Partition] or [15 Partition] was pressed, the external HDD was in
use and could not be accessed. Check that the access lamp of the external
HDD or the menu indicator is turned off, and try again.
Import
Cannot create the clip file, because 7162: File >All, External File >Import/Export
the number of selected files is When importing a clip file, insufficient files were selected to create the clip.
insufficient.
Install
An error occurred during the install 7316.10: Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit Config >Install
process. The menu software installation package does not match the model on which
For more details, see Page 9900. it is to be installed.
Not Found. 7316.10: Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit Config >Install
The software package does not exist The software package to be installed could not be found. Check that the
on the removable drive. memory card is inserted correctly, and try the installation once more.
No Task. 7316.10: Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit Config >Install
Select a package on the list. The package for installation was not selected. Select a package to be
installed.
Internal Error: Local Drive (System Data)
The system data partition of local When starting up the menu system, an error was found on the local drive.
drive is damaged. The local drive Format the local drive using menu 7317 (Engineering Setup >System
needs to be reformatted. Please >Maintenance).
execute local drive format on Page
7317.
Please make sure to save all data in
the user data partition of local drive to
any other device or media, before
reformatted.
Internal Error: Local Drive (User Data)
The user data partition of local drive is When starting up the menu system, an error was found on the local drive.
damaged, and all data is lost. The Format the local drive using menu 7317 (Engineering Setup >System
local drive needs to be reformatted. >Maintenance).
Please execute local drive format on
Page 7317.
Internal Error: Local Drive is unknown
The user data partition of local drive is When starting up the menu system, an error was found on the local drive.
damaged, and all data is lost. The Format the local drive using menu 7317 (Engineering Setup >System
local drive needs to be reformatted. >Maintenance).
Please execute local drive format on
Page 7317.
Invalid Name
Empty... 2512: Frame Memory >Still >Freeze/Store
A Store operation was carried out without specifying a name. 71XX: File
Menu
7171: File >Configure >Directory
When renaming a file or creating a directory, a name was not entered.
Specify the correct name.
The file exists already... 2512: Frame Memory >Still >Freeze/Store
The file name specified when [Store] was executed already exists in the
switcher. Specify a different name.

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Loading Texture Pattern
Target File: XXXXX 7316.9: Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit Config >Texture Package
Failed to load target bmp file./Illegal An error occurred when loading a texture file. Delete texture files with an
Name. illegal size or illegal file name, then try again.
This operation is canceled.
Target File: XXXXX
Failed to load target bmp file./Illegal
Size.
This operation is canceled.
Make Package
Texture file: XXXXX 7316.9: Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit Config >Texture Package
Not Found. When loading an existing texture package, a texture file within the texture
This texture file does not exist on the package could not be found.
removable drive.
This operation is canceled, because 7316.9: Engineering Setup >System >Install/Unit Config >Texture Package
capacity is full. When making a texture package using Make Package, there was insufficient
Please clear texture pattern. space on the removable drive.
Password
Password Incorrect 7317.1: Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance >Setup Operation Lock
The wrong password was entered.
Enter the correct password.
Record
Cannot be executed. 2523: Frame Memory >Clip >Record
Maximum number of clips are created. When [Rec Start] was executed, the number of recorded clips reached the
upper limit.
Refresh Status
No external HDD was found (–2). 2561: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Format
2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Refresh Status] was pressed, the external HDD could not be found.
Check that the external HDD is connected correctly.
Cannot access the partition (–12). 2561: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Format
2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Refresh Status] was pressed, the logical drives of the external HDD
could not be accessed. Check that the external HDD is formatted correctly.
Cannot access the directory (–20). 2561: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Format
2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
Cannot access the directory (–21).
When [Refresh Status] was pressed, the directory of the external HDD
could not be accessed.
The external HDD is busy (–22). 2561: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Format
2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Refresh Status] was pressed, the external HDD was busy and could
not be accessed. Check that the access lamp of the external HDD or the
menu indicator is turned off, and try again.
Rename
This operation is inhibited because of 7151.1: File >Frame Memory >Frame Memory >File Edit
the illegal combination in the selected When [Rename] was pressed, multiple files of different types were selected.
files. Check that the selected files are all of the same type.
Files currently used for playback 2546: Frame Memory >File >Rename
cannot be renamed. When [Rename] was pressed, the selected files included a movie (clip)
currently being played back.
No external HDD was found (–2). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Rename] was pressed, the external HDD could not be found. Check
that the external HDD is connected correctly.
Cannot access the directory (–20). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Rename] was pressed, the directory of the external HDD could not
be accessed.

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Icon Message Description
The external HDD is busy (–22). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Rename] was pressed, the external HDD was busy and could not be
accessed. Check that the access lamp of the external HDD or the menu
indicator is turned off, and try again.
Restore
Success!! 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
But some files were not restored. Recalling a file from the external HDD was completed successfully.
However, some files were not restored because of a different video format or
file corruption.
Success!! 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
But the number of folder exceeds the Recalling a file from the external HDD was completed successfully.
limit (12) and the files expected for the However, the limit on the number of folders was reached, and therefore files
folders were restored in the default were restored to the default folder. Alternatively, the file name was changed
folder. because a file of the same name already exists.
Or the name was changed because it
was the same file name.
Success!! 2565: Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from DDR/VTR
But the number of folder exceeds the Recalling a file from the external device was completed successfully.
max limit (12) and the files expected However, the limit on the number of folders was reached, and therefore files
for the folders were restored in the were restored to the default folder.
default folder (–50)!
Success!! 2565: Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from DDR/VTR
But some still files had been renamed Recalling a file from the external device was completed successfully.
because the same file name already However, some files were renamed because of still image file name
existed (–51)! conflicts.

Success!! 2565: Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from DDR/VTR

But some Clip files had been renamed Recalling a file from the external device was completed successfully.
because the same Clip name already However, some clips were renamed because of clip name conflicts.
existed (–52)!
No external HDD was found (–2). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Restore] was pressed, the external HDD could not be found. Check
that the external HDD is connected correctly.
Format operation failed (–10). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Restore] was pressed, formatting of the external HDD failed.
Format operation failed (–11).
Cannot access the partition (–12). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Restore] was pressed, the logical drives of the external HDD could
not be accessed. Check that the external HDD is formatted correctly.
Cannot access the directory (–20). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Restore] was pressed, the directory of the external HDD could not be
Cannot access the directory (–21).
accessed.
The external HDD is busy (–22). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Restore] was pressed, the external HDD was busy and could not be
accessed. Check that the access lamp of the external HDD or the menu
indicator is turned off, and try again.
ERROR (–41) 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Restore] was pressed, the file could not be recalled from the external
HDD because the clip is currently playing or recording.
Restore operation failed (–43). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
Recalling a file from the external HDD failed.
Restore operation failed (–46).
No directory exists (–50). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Restore] was pressed, the specified directory did not exist.
Rename operation failed (–52). 2562: Frame Memory >External Device >Ext HDD Backup/Restore
When [Restore] was pressed, renaming the directory failed.
Rename operation failed (–53).
Invalid FM OutCh (–6). 2565: Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from DDR/VTR
When [Restore Start] was pressed, the specified frame memory output
channel could not be used.

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Icon Message Description
Specified FM OutCh was locked (–7). 2565: Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from DDR/VTR
When [Restore Start] was pressed, the specified frame memory output
channel was locked.
Restore failed, some Clip files cannot 2565: Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from DDR/VTR
be deleted on this board (–8). When [Restore Start] was pressed, restoring failed because a clip file could
not be deleted.
Not enough free register area for 2565: Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from DDR/VTR
Backup or Restore process (–10). When [Restore Start] was pressed, there was insufficient capacity to carry
out the restore operation.
Prepare failed, insufficient Clip id 2565: Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from DDR/VTR
(–15). When [Restore Start] was pressed, there were insufficient Clip IDs (internal
processing error).
Restore failed, Cannot find symbol 2565: Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from DDR/VTR
files on this tape (–18). When [Restore Start] was pressed, a marker frame file could not be found.
ERROR (–19). Bad register number. 2565: Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from DDR/VTR
When [Restore Start] was pressed, Register Number was an invalid value
(internal processing error).
Restore failed, file name already exist, 2565: Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from DDR/VTR
try to rename but unsuccessful (–20). When [Restore Start] was pressed, renaming failed.
Cannot find the File Name Data, 2565: Frame Memory >External Device >Restore from DDR/VTR
please load the File Name Data first When [Restore Start] was pressed, the file list was not loaded.
(–21).
Set Time/Date
Error: Wrong Format. 7317: Engineering Setup >System >Maintenance
A correct date and time was not specified. Specify the correct date and time.
Trim
The Start TC or Stop TC is not 2522: Frame Memory >Clip >Play
properly set. When [Trim] was pressed, neither the Start TC nor the Stop TC was set.
2522: Frame Memory >Clip >Play
When [Trim] was pressed, the interval between Start TC (or Clip Begin) and
Stop TC (or Clip End) was the entire clip.
2522: Frame Memory >Clip >Play
When [Trim] was pressed, the Start TC (or Clip Begin) value was greater
than the Stop TC (or Clip End) value.
This file is locked. 2522: Frame Memory >Clip >Play
When [Trim] was pressed, the file was locked.
This file is using for playback. 2522: Frame Memory >Clip >Play
When [Trim] was pressed, the target file was being played back.
Warning
This operation will be canceled, 6211.1: Effect >Master Timeline >Store >Edit
because the register is locked. 6311.1: Snapshot >Master Snapshot >Store >Edit
Please change the register status to 6411.1: Shotbox >Register >Store/Recall >Edit
be unlocked first. When [Store] was pressed, the target register was locked. Unlock the
register before executing [Store].
No Switcher information available. When starting up the menu system, the switcher was not present in the
Please confirm “Network system information. Check the LAN connections, and retry [Auto Config] in
Configuration” on Page 7311. menu 7311 (Engineering Setup >System >Network Config).

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Icon Message Description
Warning (System Config)
Illegal Network Config Information When starting up the menu system, one of the messages on the left
(Page 7311) appears, depending on the status, if the system information read from the
control panel is not correct.
Illegal Panel Assign Information for
According to the message, execute operations in menu 7311 (Engineering
Dual Simul Operation (Page 7312)
Setup >System >Network Config) or menu 7312 (Engineering Setup
No Panel Assign Information (Page >System >System Config).
7312)
No Switcher Assign Information (Page
7312)
No System Operation Mode
Information (Page 7312)
No DME Channel Information

Error Messages Shown in the Error Information Menu

If a file transfer related error occurs, the Error Information
menu (9900) displays the following error messages.

Error message Error description/measures

[Error] Server Not Respond There is absolutely no response on the LAN from the processor.
Check the LAN connections and the power source of the processor.
[Error] No Space There is insufficient space on the local drive or removable drive.

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 Cleaning the cross-point pad, Flexi Pad control
Maintenance block, and utility/shotbox control block
If you have any concerns about dust or other matter on the
LCD buttons, contact your Sony service representative.

Replacing Keytop Labels

A tool for removing keytops is supplied with the control
panel.
You can change the display labels of buttons with different
assigned patterns using the following procedure.

1 Enter a new pattern on a supplied replacement label.

2 Insert the supplied tool into the holes on both sides of

the button, and remove the button.

3 Grasp the notch portion of the inner cap on both sides

using the tool, and twist slightly to pull it up and out.

4 Replace the old label with the new label.

5 Fit the white cap.

6 Reattach the button in its original position.

2 3

Cleaning the Control Panel

Wipe gently using a soft, dry cloth to remove dirt from the
control panel body, switches, fader lever, and other
components.
Wipe using a cloth moistened with water or lukewarm
water to remove stubborn dirt and stains.

Note
Squeeze the cloth thoroughly before use to ensure that no
water droplets can enter the panel. The unit may become
damaged if water droplets enter the unit.
Do not use cleaning agents, solvents, or detergents.
Vigorous rubbing may scratch the unit.

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 Blink 122 button 193
Index Bus
dual background bus mode 78
menu 193
Corner Pinning 290
link 425, 469 Cross-point
override 346 assign tables 430, 433
Numerics selection 76 source table 435
1st row 31, 53, 56 Bus fixed mode 95, 465 Cross-point buttons 31, 53, 56
2ND DELG button 55 Button rows button number 79, 80
2nd row 31, 53, 56 AUX bus control block 53 color 81, 449
2-sample interleave division 218 cross-point control block 31 Cross-point control block 30
3rd row 31, 54, 56 inhibit operation 32, 81 module 29
4K system 218 Buttons setting 443, 449
4K up-converter 412, 461 brightness 451 Cross-point hold 32, 54
4th row 32, 54, 56 cross-point 31, 53, 56 mode 468
9-pin port 472, 474 delegation 34, 53, 56 Cross-point indicators 33, 55, 81, 449
inhibit operation 32, 80 Cross-point pad
A macro attachment 380 AUX bus control block 55
number 79, 80 cross-point control block 33
Adjustment knobs operation mode 446 setting 449
key control block 44 unlit state 452 Cut 82, 93
menu panel 57
Ancillary data 176, 180, 420
Aspect ratio C D
4:3 crop 463 Channel selection buttons 47 Date
screen 412 Chroma key 105 setting 421
side flags 455 adjustment 112, 125 DCU
Attributes auto chroma key 112 setup 480
effects 313 composition 111 DDR 298, 303
snapshot 345 Chroma key setting buttons 43 files 310
temporary attribute 313, 346 Clean mode 105 frame memory 187
Auto chroma key 112 Clear work buffer 130, 239 operation 303
Auto insert mode 367, 372 Clip 166 setting 486, 487
Auto run 357 Clip transition 82, 182 timeline 308
Auto transition 93 Color Default Recall 66, 506
Autoload 404, 414 copying 192 Default Recall button 60
AUX bus Color background 190 DEL button 41
color corrector 196, 467 Color corrector 200 Delay 315, 333, 458
override 444 AUX bus 196, 467 Delegation buttons 34, 53, 56
video process 196 copying 201 button number 80
AUX bus control block 53 function 202 key control block 42
module 29 input signal 457, 467 Destination
setting 434 setting 201, 469 link 425
AUX bus operation mode 53, 434 Color mix name 446
AUX bus remote panel 550 color background 190 selection buttons 197, 435
AUX mix transition 103 DME 253 source 197, 435
setting 465 edge fill 116, 142 Detents 225
transition rate 195 key fill 110 DEVICE connector 73
Color palette window 63 removable drive 421
B Color vector key 105 Device control block 46
Constant duration mode 314 module 29
Background Control panel 17 setting 429, 447
A bus 31 cleaning 576 Device selection area 395
B bus 32 configuration 29 Digital multi effects 223
DME 286 connection example 28 Directories 402
transition 83 connectors 72 write inhibit 402
Bank selection buttons 41 keytop labels 576 Disk recorder 298, 303
Banks 348 setup 424 files 310
selection 349 Copying 191 frame memory 187

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 operation 303 Effects Format converter 410
setting 486, 487 attributes 313 4K up-converter 412, 461
timeline 308 auto save 313 copying 193, 460, 463
Display duration 314, 333 input 458
AUX bus control block 54, 56 execution 336 IP converter 410, 460
brightness 451 keyframes 313 output 463
cross-point control block 33 registers 313, 322 PI converter 410
device control block 48 resizer 132 Frame delay 410, 458
key control block 44 setting 445 Frame memory 166
key fader control block 45 Errors clip 166
numeric keypad control block 50 log 565 exporting 401
transition control block 35 messages 565, 566, 575 files 183, 399
Display mode button 34, 55 status 565 folder 167, 180, 398
DME 223 Events 363 freeze image 166
copying 192 Exporting importing 401
effect 229 destination names 433 menu 168
interface 420, 474 files 401 output 166
key 119, 126 source names 433 pair mode 167
number of connections 405, 421 Extended clips 166 still image 166
override 43, 194 clip conversion 398 V/K mode 167
setup 476 Extended VTR 298, 303 video process 172
status 197 files 310 Frame memory clips 166
supported devices 223, 548 operation 303 extended clip conversion 398
trace 44 setting 488 operation 177
wipe 151 timeline 308 Frame memory feed 122, 127
DME channel External box 489 Frame synchronizer 410
selection 241, 430 External devices 298 Freeze image 166
setting 455, 456 port control 194 operation 171
DME channel selection buttons 43 setting 444, 472, 478, 485 Function button area 60
DME wipe 82, 151 External processed key 122, 127 Function buttons 43
copying 192 Function selection buttons 50
edge softness 466 F
independent key 160 G
resizer DME wipe 151, 156, 160 Fade-to-black 103
setting 156, 160 setting 465 Global effects 291
snapshot 162 transition rate 195 Global space 224
DME wipe modify clear 160 Fader lever 37, 39, 46 GPI
DME wipe patterns macro attachment 382 supported devices 301
execution mode 152 non-sync 94 timeline 301
list 500, 505 setting 426, 466 GPI input
modifiers 154, 157, 160 split fader 95 DCU 481
selection 156, 160 transition 93, 95 DME 478
type 151 Files 391 GPI input port 480
user programmable DME 163 autoload 404, 414 SIU 481
DSK mode 453 batch operation 399 switcher 472
Dual background bus mode 78 device selection 395 GPI output
Dual Simul mode 407 directories 402 DCU 484
Duration exporting 401 DME 479
effects 314, 333 frame memory folder 398 GPI output port 483
keyframes 314, 333 importing 401 link 470
mode 314, 330 locking 423 SIU 484
Dust mix 140 operation 394 switcher 473
Flexi Pad control block 40 Graphics display 228, 239
bank selection 349 Group ID 406
E module 29 file copying 403
Edit point register selection 349
effects 324 setting 428, 446
macro 368, 372 Flip-flop mode 95, 465

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H K Keyframe control buttons 52
Keyframe status 60
Hard disk drive Key 105
Keyframes 313
frame memory 185 adjustment 112, 125
creating 325
initialize 185 auto drop 467
duration 314, 333
HDD 185 CG border 456
loop 328
HF buttons 60 copying 191
paths 315
default 107, 127
pause 328
I deleting 83
registers 313
DME 119, 126
ICP-X7000 17, 29, 72 KF button 37, 38
fill 105
Illegal color limiter 457, 476 initial state 122, 127
Importing insertion 83 L
files 401 link 426, 471 LAN 406
Independent key transition 97, 99 modifiers 106 status 498
DME wipe 160 output destination 122 Level selection buttons 197, 435
mode 465 priority 85 Linear key 105
transition rate 101 resizer 128 Local drive 391
transition type 101 setting 108, 123 initialize 422
wipe 147 snapshot 135, 353 Local space 224
Independent key transition control source 105 Locking
block 39 transition 83, 99 files 423
module 29 type 105 FM output 174
setting 428 video process 122 setup 422
Independent key transition execution Key auto drop 467 Luminance key 105
section 37, 45 Key/AUX bus delegation mode
Inhibit 32, 80, 424 34, 448
Inhibit operation KEY button 35, 54
M
button rows 32, 81 Key control block 42 Macro 363
buttons 32, 80 auto delegation 127 attachment 380
key 429 module 29 auto insert 367, 372
key fader control block 427 parameter setting 123 creating 367, 372
M/E 424 Key delegation buttons 45 event 363
PGM/PST 424 Key density 288 execution 366, 371, 374
utility 2 bus 429 Key disable 345, 468 execution mode 448
Initial crop 476 Key drop 106, 116 files 551
Initial state Key edge 106, 114, 125 menu macro 385
DME wipe 160 edge fill 106 offline editing 377
key 122, 127 Key fader control block 44 online editing 375
menu 66 module 29 pause 369, 373
resizer 130 setting 426 registers 363
saved data 562, 563 Key fill 105 take 365
three-dimensional transforms 239 color mix 110 timeline 389
wipe 147 selection 109, 124 Macro attachment 380
Initial status Key fill/key source selection buttons execution 383
saved data 563 43 list 558
startup 413 Key memory 107 setting 381
Input signal Key modifier buttons 43 Macro only 380
color corrector 467 Key modify clear 122, 127 Main mask 107
setting 456, 476 Key snapshot operation buttons 45 Main menu site 67
video process 456 Key source 105 Manual transition 93
Installation 415 DME 288 Mask
install key 417 selection 109, 124 background 107, 117
Interpolation processing Key type 105 DME 259
DME 289 setting 108 frame memory 172
resizer 130 Key type selection buttons 43 key 107, 117
Invert 288 Key wipe pattern key 105 resizer 134
IP address 406 Keyboard window 62 Master snapshot 345

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 creating 348, 353 Multi program 2 211 Pause
region 312 Multi-program mode 453 keyframes 314
registers 313 Multi viewer 463 macro 365
Master timeline 318 MVE-8000A 17, 223 P-Bus
creating 338 MVE-9000 17, 223 setting 444, 485
execution 340 MVS-7000X 17 supported devices 299
region 312 MVS-8000X 17 timeline 299
registers 313 trigger 300
M/E N PGM/PST
configuration 29, 424 configuration 29, 424
copying 191 NAM 82 copying 191
dual M/E 424 Network dual M/E 424
inhibit operation 424 NFS 395, 406 inhibit operation 424
link 471 setting 406 link 471
split 221 Next transition selection buttons 36 logical M/E 454
Memory recall buttons 52 NFS Post-macro 380
setting 439 files 395 Power
Memory recall section 41 server 406 power-on state selection 413
Menu 58, 65 Non-additive mix 82 system interface unit 69
initial state 66 Nonlinear effects 261 POWER switch 69
list 506 Non-sync 94 Pre-macro 380
list item 65 Numeric keypad buttons 50 Preset color mix 82, 88, 466
parameter 65 Numeric keypad control block 49 Preview
recalling 65, 543 module 29 key 454
screen 58 region selection 322 transition 96
selection 65 register selection 322 Previous page button 60
shortcut 66 setting 427 Protect 32, 81
shutting down 67 Numeric keypad window 62
Menu display 57 R
Menu macro 385 O
creating 386 Re-entry buttons 76
Odetics 298 cross-point pad 449
execution 385 setting 487
registers 385 Region 312
ON AIR indicators 43 master 312
Menu page number button 59 Operation buttons 47
Menu panel 57 reference 312
Output signal selection 322, 324, 394
connectors 73 setting 462, 477
module 29 user 312
Override Region selection area 60, 394
setting 429, 436 AUX bus 444
Menu title button 59 Region selection buttons 50
bus 346 setting 427
Mix 82 DME 43, 194
MKS-7470X 17, 223 Registers 313
MKS-7471X 17, 223 effects 313
MKS-X2700 17, 69, 70 P keyframes 313
MKS-X7011 29, 73 Panel sleep mode 451 macro 363
MKS-X7075 72 Parallel port master snapshot 313
MKS-X7700 17, 69, 70 input 480 master timeline 313
Mode selection buttons output 483 menu macro 385
device control block 47 tally 494 selection 322, 349
Flexi Pad control block 41 Parallel tally 494 shotbox 358
numeric keypad control block 49 Parameter snapshot 313
utility/shotbox control block 51 initial state 66 REMOTE port 472, 474
Modifiers setting 65 Removable drive 391
DME wipe 154 Parameter group button 60 initialize 421
key 106 Parameter setting buttons 60 primary setting 422
wipe 141, 147 Paths 315, 334 Reposition 173
Mouse Pattern limit 91 Resizer 128
operation 66 setting buttons 37, 39 effects 132
setting 452 Pattern mix 139 initial state 130

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 resizer DME wipe 151 pair 430 System interface unit 69
resizer DME wipe patterns 505 selection 79 connectors 70
Resizer operation buttons 43 setting 430 DCU function 480
Router source color 432 power 69
destination 197, 434 video 110, 430 setup 480
interface 489 SIU 17, 69
setup 489 connectors 70 T
Router operation mode 56, 434 DCU function 480
power 69 Tally
setup 480 copying 493
S generation 492
Snapshot 345
Safe titles 194, 463 attributes 345 group 490
S-Bus 489 DME wipe 162 on-air tally 445
Screen saver 451 key 135, 353 parallel tally 494
Second delegation mode 53, 56 master snapshot 345, 348, 353 serial tally 495
Separate sides 287 recalling 346, 349, 354 setup 489
Serial port 444, 485 registers 313 wiring 491
tally 495 saving 346, 349, 354 Target space 224
Serial tally 495 wipe 149 Temporary attribute
Setting buttons 43 Software effects 313
Setup 26 install key 417 snapshot 346
control panel 424 installation 415 Three-dimensional parameters 224
DCU 480 unique device ID 416 default 226
DME 476 Source patching 496 display 238
router 489 Source space 224 initial state 239
saved data 562 Split fader 95 input 239
SIU 480 setting 445, 465 reset 239
startup 413 Spotlighting 280 Three-dimensional transforms 224
switcher 453 shape patterns 547 operation 236
system 405 texture patterns 547 operation mode 226
tally 489 user texture patterns 417 Through mode 456, 462
user 496 Square division 218 Time
Setup menu 26 Standard mode 453 setting 421
locking 422 Startup Timeline
Shaped video 287 saved data 562, 563 disk recorder 308
SHIFT ALL button 32 setting 413 effects 320
operation mode 432 Status Extended VTR 308
SHIFT button 32, 54, 56 DME 197 GPI 301
operation mode 432, 434, 435 effect registers 341 macro 389
Shortcut menu 66 LAN 498 master timeline 318
Shotbox 357 snapshot registers 352 menu 320
creating 358 Status area 60 P-Bus 299
execution 360 Step execution mode 365 VTR 308
registers 358 Still image 166 Top menu list 58
Show key 127, 467 operation 168 Top menu selection buttons
Shutting down Sub mask 107 menu 61
menu 67 Sub menu site 67 menu panel 57
system 68 Super mix 82, 87 Top menu window 61
Side flags 208 Swapping 191 Touch panel
setting 455 menu 193 setting 452
SIDE FLAG button 433 Switcher Trace 44
Signal setup 453 Trackball 49
format 408 System TRANS PVW button 36
input 456, 476 configuration example 27 Transition 83
input reference signal 409 initialize 415 auto 93
key 110, 430 setup 405 AUX mix 103
name 81, 432 shutting down 68 cut 93
output 462, 477

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 execution 89, 93 setting 486
independent key 97 Video process 198
manual 93 AUX bus 196
preview 96, 465 frame memory 172
rate 89 input signal 456
type 82 key 122
Transition control block 35, 38 Video process memory 199
module 29 setting 467
setting 428, 447 Virtual image 135, 240
Transition execution section 37, 39 VTR 298, 303
Transition indicator 37, 39, 46, 89 frame memory 187
non-sync 94, 447 operation 303
Transition rate setting 486
display mode 445 timeline 308
number of frames 90
setting 89, 101, 194 W
timecode 90
Transition settings section 36, 38 Wipe 82, 138
Transition type 82 copying 192
setting 87, 101 DME wipe 151
Transition type selection buttons 36, independent key 147
38, 45 setting 138, 147
Two-dimensional transforms 128 snapshot 149
Wipe direction selection buttons 36,
38
U wipe modify clear 147
UNDO button 41 Wipe pattern key 105
Unique device ID 416 Wipe patterns
Unit ID 405, 406 dust mix 140
file copying 403 list 499
User modifier link 140
setup 496 modifiers 141, 147
User preference buttons 57 pattern mix 139
setting 436 selection 138, 147
User programmable DME 163 type 138
transition mode 163, 330
User region 312 Z
setting 454
Utility 355 Z-ring 49
commands 437, 440
execution 355
Utility bus mode 79
setting 447, 451
Utility/shotbox control block 51
module 29
setting 429, 439
Utility/shotbox mode 356, 361, 374

V
Variable duration mode 314
VDCP 298
setting 486
Vertical blanking interval 462
VF buttons 60
Video clips 462, 477
Video disk communications protocol
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