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Master Control Switcher

Installation, and Operation Manual

Edition D, for system software release 1.5 175-000287-00

IconMaster™Master Control Switcher

Installation and Operation Manual

Edition D For use with system software release 1.5December 2006

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Contents

PrefaceManual Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi

Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiAudience . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiRevision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiWriting Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiiObtaining Documents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xii

Unpacking/Shipping Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiiiUnpacking a Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiiiProduct Servicing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiiiReturning a Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii

Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xivSafety Terms and Symbols in this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiv

Embedded Software License Agreement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xv

Section 1—IconMaster Components

Chapter 1: InstallationOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3IconMaster Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4Installing IconMaster Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Main Control Panel and Audio Control Panel Assembly . . . . . . . . .7Desk and Tabletop Mounting of the Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . .10Rack Mounting the Main and Audio Control Panels . . . . . . . . . . . .11NEO Module Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Main Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16MKE-3901 Back Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17MKA-3901 Back Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19Breakout Modules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22

System Configurations—NEO Routers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35General Installation Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35Double NSM-7×2SHD to a Single MKE-3901 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35Single AES Audio Channel to an IconMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Double AES Audio Channels to an IconMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

System Configurations—Panacea Routers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49Single Panacea HD/SD Video Router to a Single MKE-3901 . . . .50Single Panacea HD/SD Video Router and Single Panacea Audio Router to an IconMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

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Single Panacea HD/SD Video Router and Multiple Panacea Audio Routers to an IconMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Initializing IconMaster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64Network Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64Operating Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64System Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64

Sample System Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65Customizing the Pushbuttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66Installing an Optional Fader Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

1. Removing the Bezel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .672. Installing the Fader Bar Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .673. Assembling the Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Chapter 2: MKE-3901, MKA-3901, and MGI-3901 Configuration

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71Setting Jumpers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

MKE-3901 Front Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72ICONM-BO-V Video Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Navigating the MKE-3901 Operator and All Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78Operator, All, and Tree View Parameter Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

Setup Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79LEDs and Module Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

MKE-3901 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80MGI-3901 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

Chapter 3: Control Panel OperationOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86Main Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

Making Transitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87Using the Take Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88Using the Preroll Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88Using the Fader Bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89Next Transition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91Using the BKGD Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92Using the Key 1 to Key 6 Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92Using the A/O 1 and A/O 2 Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92Using the PGM/PST Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93Aux Preview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

Configurable Transition Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94Hold Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95Transition Rate Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95Breakaway Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95Transition FX Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96Transition Type Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

Breakaway Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98Source Breakaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98Transition Type Breakaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99Transition Take Breakaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

Control Cluster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101

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Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .101Navigating the Service Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .103Navigating the Keyer Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104Navigating the Transition Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106Navigating the Audio Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107Navigating the Effects Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110Navigating the Quick Selects Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110Configurable Cluster 1 and 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111Using Effects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112Optional Audio Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .114

PST and PGM Monitoring Control Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .116

Section 2—IconLogo Components

Chapter 4: Introduction to IconLogoOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .119Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120

IconLogo Soft Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120Content Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120LogoCreator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .120

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121Logo Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121Animation Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121Analog Clock Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122Digital Clock Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122Quick Select Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123Text Crawl and Titling Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123Logo Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .123

Logo Creation and Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124Logo Creation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124Logo Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .124

IconLogo System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125Physical Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125Remote Control Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125IconLogo Logos and File System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125

Connecting an IconMaster to an EAS Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126Communication Protocols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126RS-232 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126Configuring the EAS Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126

Chapter 5: LogoCreator Software ApplicationIntroducing LogoCreator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127Installing the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128

Required Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128Required Operating System and Third-Party Software . . . . . . . . .129Installing LogoCreator Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130Removing LogoCreator Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131

Feature Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132LogoCreator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132LogoTransfer Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132

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LogoCreator Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133LogoCreator Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134Default and Animation Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .135Creating an Animation Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136Creating a Static Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136Creating a Quick Select Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .137Importing an MGI Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138Opening an Existing Logo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138

Transfer Plug-in Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .138Viewing Logos within the Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139Transferring Logos to a Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141

Chapter 6: Content Editor Software ApplicationOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143Installing the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144

Required Third-Party Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144Installing Content Editor Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144Removing Content Editor Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145

Content Editor Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146Using the Font Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146

Creating Fonts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147Assigning Logos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148Saving Fonts and Logos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149Using your Custom Fonts and Logos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .149

Chapter 7: Logo CreationOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .151What Makes a Logo? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .152Using the IconLogo Soft Panel to Create Logos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154

Navigating the Control Panel Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .154Soft Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .157

Navigating the Logo Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158Animation Logos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170Analog Clock Logos . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173Digital Clocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175Quick Selects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179Text Crawl and Titling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179

Logo Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185Storage Types . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185Using Logo Storages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185

Navigating the File Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187Navigating the Engineering Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190

Set-Up Menu Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191Setup Menu (Cont.) Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .202Machine Status Menu Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204EAS Logos Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205

Chapter 8: IconLogo SoftPanel Software ApplicationOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209Installing the Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210

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Removing IconLogo SoftPanel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212Control Panel Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212

Chapter 9: IconLogo OperationOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213IconLogo Operation Workflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214

Logo Storage and Loading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .214Logo Storage and Transfer Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215

IconLogo Control Panel Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219Setting Up the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .220Adding a Machine’s IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .221Selecting a Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .222Removing a Machine From the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224Powering Down the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .224Configuring a New System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225Disconnecting the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225Changing the IP Address of the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .225

On-Air Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .226EAS Device/IconMaster System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .229

Chapter 10: SpecificationsOverview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232

Serial Digital Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232Analog Video Reference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232

Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233Digital Video . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233Keyers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233System Video Delay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .233

Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234Embedded . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234Discrete Audio for Audio Over . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234Discrete AES Audio Bus A and B . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .235Audio Processor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236AES User and Configuration Bits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236Monitoring Audio Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236VANC Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .236

GPI Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237Input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237

Power Consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .237MGI-3901 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .238Miscellaneous Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .239

IndexKeywords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .241

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Preface

Manual Information

PurposeThis manual details the features, installation procedures, operational procedures, and specifications of the IconMaster master control switcher.

AudienceThis manual is written for engineers, technicians, and operators responsible for the installation, setup, and/or operation of the IconMaster master control switcher.

Revision HistoryTable P-1. Revision History

Edition Software Contents DatePreliminary 1 • Content Editor 1.0.0

• LogoCreator 3.1.1• IconMaster GUI 1.0.0• IconSet Configuration Utility 1.0.0

December 2005

Preliminary 2, for use with System Software Release 1.0.1

• Content Editor 1.0.0• LogoCreator 3.1.1• IconLogo SoftPanel 1.0.0• IconSet Configuration Utility 1.0.0

February 2006

Edition A, for use with System Software Release 1.1

• Content Editor 1.0.0• LogoCreator 3.1.1• IconLogo SoftPanel 1.0.7• IconMaster Configuration Utility

1.0.0.48

March 2006

Edition B, for use with System Software Release 1.2


1.0.0.62

June 2006

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Writing ConventionsTo enhance your understanding, the authors of this manual have adhered to the following text conventions:

Obtaining DocumentsProduct support documents can be viewed or downloaded from our Web site at www.leitch.com>support>documentation. Alternatively, contact your Customer Service representative to request a document.

Edition C, for use with System Software Release 1.4


1.0.0.70

September 2006

Edition D, for use with System Software Release 1.5


1.5.0.3

December 2006

Table P-1. Revision History (Continued)

Edition Software Contents Date

Table P-2. Writing Conventions

Term or Convention Description

Bold Indicates dialog boxes, property sheets, fields, buttons, check boxes, list boxes, combo boxes, menus, submenus, windows, lists, and selection names

Italics Indicates E-mail addresses, the names of books or publications, and the first instances of new terms and specialized words that need emphasis

CAPS Indicates a specific key on the keyboard, such as ENTER, TAB, CTRL, ALT, or DELETE

Code Indicates variables or command-line entries, such as a DOS entry or something you type into a field

> Indicates the direction of navigation through a hierarchy of menus and windows

hyperlink Indicates a jump to another location within the electronic document or elsewhere

Internet address Indicates a jump to a Web site or URL

NoteIndicates important information that helps to avoid and troubleshoot problems


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Unpacking/Shipping Information

Unpacking a ProductThis product was carefully inspected, tested, and calibrated before shipment to ensure years of stable and trouble-free service. 1. Check equipment for any visible damage that may have occurred during

transit. 2. Confirm that you have received all items listed on the packing list. 3. Contact your dealer if any item on the packing list is missing.4. Contact the carrier if any item is damaged.5. Remove all packaging material from the product and its associated

components before you install the unit.Keep at least one set of original packaging, in the event that you need to return a product for servicing.

Product ServicingIconMaster systems are not designed for field servicing. All hardware upgrades, modifications, or repairs require you to return the modules to the Customer Service center.

Returning a ProductIn the unlikely event that your product fails to operate properly, please contact Customer Service to obtain a Return Authorization (RA) number, then send the unit back for servicing. Keep at least one set of original packaging in the event that a product needs to be returned for service. If the original package is not available, you can supply your own packaging as long as it meets the following criteria:• The packaging must be able to withstand the product’s weight.• The product must be held rigid within the packaging.• There must be at least 2 in. (5 cm) of space between the product and the

container.• The corners of the product must be protected.Ship products back to us for servicing prepaid and, if possible, in the original packaging material. If the product is still within the warranty period, we will return the product prepaid after servicing.

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SafetyCarefully review all safety precautions to avoid injury and prevent damage to this product or any products connected to it. If this product is rack-mountable, it should be mounted in an appropriate rack using the rack-mounting positions and rear support guides provided. It is recommended that each frame be connected to a separate electrical circuit for protection against circuit overloading. If this product relies on forced air cooling, it is recommended that all obstructions to the air flow be removed prior to mounting the frame in the rack. If this product has a provision for external earth grounding, it is recommended that the frame be grounded to earth via the protective earth ground on the rear panel.IMPORTANT! Only qualified personnel should perform service procedures.

Safety Terms and Symbols in this Manual

Terms and Symbols on the ProductDANGER: High voltage; indicates a personal injury hazard immediately accessible as one reads the marking.WARNING: Indicates a personal injury hazard not immediately accessible as one reads the marking.CAUTION: Indicates a hazard to property including the product or to take Attention and refer to the manual.Protective ground (earth) terminal.

Fuse. Replace with same type and rating of fuse.Observe precautions for handling electrostatic sensitive devices.

WARNINGStatements identifying conditions or practices that may result in personal injury or loss of life. High voltage is present.

CAUTIONStatements identifying conditions or practices that can result in damage to the equipment or other property.

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Embedded Software License AgreementIf the software embedded in this product incorporates the VxWorks Run-Time Module, the following paragraphs are applicable. You are prohibited from:

a. copying the Run-Time Module, except for archive purposes consistent with your archive procedures;

b. transferring the Run-Time Module to a third party apart from the product containing the Run-Time Module;

c. modifying, decompiling, disassembling, reverse engineering or otherwise attempting to derive the source code of the Run-Time Module;

d. exporting the Run-Time Module or underlying technology in contravention of applicable U.S. and foreign export laws and regulations; and

e. using the Run-Time Module other than in connection with operation of the product in which it is embedded.

Any further distribution of the Run-Time Module is subject to the same restrictions set forth herein. Wind River Systems, Inc. and its licensors are third party beneficiaries of the End User License Agreement and the provisions related to the Run-Time Module are made expressly for the benefit of, and are enforceable by, Wind River Systems, Inc. and its licensors.The laws of the Province of Ontario shall govern this Agreement. Updated January, 2005.

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IconMaster Installation and Operation Manual 1

Section 1—IconMaster Components This section contains the following topics:• “Installation” on page 3• “MKE-3901, MKA-3901, and MGI-3901 Configuration” on page 71• “Control Panel Operation” on page 85The information contained in this section describes the control panels and modules of the IconMaster system. Information about IconLogo and its components begins on page 117.


Chapter 1

Installation

OverviewIconMaster is a cost-effective modular master control and branding solution beyond the conventional, offering the ability to combine critical master control functions with multi-layer integrated branding, all in a modular card format.The IconMaster master control switcher is controlled by a control panel, automation, or general purpose inputs. This chapter is designed to help install and set up the IconMaster frame modules, control panel, and all relevant interconnections between the frame and panel.The following topics are found in this chapter:• “IconMaster Components” on page 4• “Installing IconMaster Components” on page 5• “Connectors” on page 16• “System Configurations—NEO Routers” on page 35• “System Configurations—Panacea Routers” on page 49• “Sample System Layout” on page 65• “Customizing the Pushbuttons” on page 66• “Installing an Optional Fader Bar” on page 67

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Chapter 1: Installation

IconMaster ComponentsThe IconMaster system consists of the following items:• Main control panel with one redundant power supply• MKE-3901 Mixer/Keyer module• MGI-3901-MB-FM IconLogo graphics module• IconMaster Soft Tools CDThe following options are available for use with the IconMaster system:• Audio Control Panel• MKE-3901-FX effects optional submodule (for MKE-3901 module)• MKA-3901-B balanced audio module• ICONM-BO-VAC audio coaxial breakout module• ICONM-BO-VAB audio balanced breakout module• ICONM-BO-V video breakout module• Internal routers• External routersThe IconMaster configuration utility software requires a separate PC with the following minimum requirements:• Pentium III 1Ghz or equivalent• 512 MB RAM• 10 GB hard drive space• 10/100Ethernet card • Windows 2000 or XP operating systems



Installing IconMaster ComponentsAll IconMaster components must be mounted in an area where there is unrestricted air movement. Except for the MKE/MKA-3901 and MGI-3901-MB modules—which are mounted in standard NEO frames—no fan cooling is required. For maximum efficiency and reliability, the IconMaster control panel should be operated in an ambient temperature of between 68° and 86°F (20° to 30°C) non-condensing.NEO frames require an ambient temperature of between 32° and 122°F (0° and 45°C.) See the technical manual of your PC for information on the operating temperatures of the computer.The NEO modules used in the IconMaster system must be connected together in the following order (from top to bottom) prior to being inserted in the FR-3923 frame.1. MKA-39012. MKE-3901 (with optional MKE-3901-FX submodule)3. MGI-3901-MB

Because the modules are physically connected together, they must all be installed on the same side of the frame. The two control panels of the IconMaster system are designed for desk and tabletop operation, or for use in a standard equipment rack. Desk and tabletop mounting are described on page 10; rack mounting is described on page 11.The IconMaster control panels communicate with the MKE-3901 via an Ethernet network. On the same network, the MGI-3901 also connects to the PC that hosts the IconMaster configuration utility software.A 36-in. (91 cm) crossover cable is provided to allow for system evaluation without the need for a switch. If your network includes a switch, the switch must be 10Base-T or 10/100Base-T. The system will not function on 100Base-T.

CAUTIONIf your IconMaster package was not factory-installed in a NEO frame, ensure that you use the provided screws to secure the modules together before they are inserted in the frame.



Figure 1-1. IconMaster Components

Audio Control Panel

Main Control Panel

FR-3923 NEO frame with redundant power supply

Modules are installed on one side in the following order:1. MKA-39012. MKE-3901 (with optional “FX” submodule)3. MGI-3901

Customer-supplied PC running IconMaster configuration utility software on Windows 2000 or Windows XP

MKE-3901 to/from control panel on Ethernet (directly or via switch; switch must be 10 Base-T or 10/100 Base-T—not 100Base-T)

To/from MGI-3901 IconLogo SoftPanel, and IconMaster configuration utility software via switch



Main Control Panel and Audio Control Panel AssemblyThe IconMaster Main Control Panel and Audio Control Panel are connected to each other both mechanically (by means of a bracket) and electrically (by using two wiring harnesses). The Audio Control Panel cannot operate independently of the Main Control Panel, and it must always be directly attached.To connect the Main Control Panel and Audio Control Panel together, follow these steps:1. Remove the four screws on each side of the Main Control Panel trim (see

Figure 1-2).

Figure 1-2. Removal of Trim

2. Replace the side trim with the two new shorter pieces supplied.Only three screws are required on each side to attach the new trim.

3. Remove the cover plate from the back of the Main Control Panel (see Figure 1-3).

Figure 1-3. Removal of the Main Control Panel Cover Plate

Remove these four screws

Replace three screws for the new trim

Remove cover plate



4. Attach the Audio Control Panel mounting bracket to the back of the Main Control Panel, using the screws provided (see Figure 1-4).

Figure 1-4. Audio Control Panel Mounting Bracket

5. Face the Audio Control Panel down on top of the Main Control Panel buttons. Attach the two ribbon cables from the Main Control Panel to the Audio Control Panel (see Figure 1-5).

Figure 1-5. Ribbon Cable Between Main and Audio Control Panels

6. Attach the Audio Control Panel to the mounting bracket by inserting the provided screws in the curved slots that overlap each side of the Audio Control Panel (see Figure 1-6).

Attach to the back of the Main Control Panel

Audio Control Panel folded over top of the Main Control Panel

Base of Main Control Panel

Ribbon cables



Figure 1-6. Audio Control Panel Attachment

7. Set the Audio Control Panel to the viewing angle that suits your needs, and then tighten the sliding screws.

Insert screw here

Insert screw here



Desk and Tabletop Mounting of the Control PanelsThe IconMaster control panels can be set into a desk or tabletop. (The optional Audio Control Panel must be attached to the Main Control Panel before you mount it; see “Main Control Panel and Audio Control Panel Assembly” on page 7.) Follow these steps to mount the control panels into a desk or tabletop:1. Using the dimensions shown in Figure 1-7 (for the Main Control Panel

only) or Figure 1-8 (for the Main and Audio Control Panels together), make a cutout in the desk or tabletop.

2. Carefully place the control panels into the cutout.

Figure 1-7. Desk or Tabletop Mount of Main Control Panel Alone

Figure 1-8. Desk or Tabletop Mount of Main and Audio Control Panels

NoteThe control panels are easier to see and use if the tabletop or desk is angled towards the operator. For illustration purposes here, the trim has been removed. In a typical desk or tabletop installation, the trim will remain attached.

16.75 inches (42.6 cm)

10.1 inches

(25.7 cm)

13.9 inches

(35.3cm)

16.75 inches (42.6 cm)

3.8 inches(9.6cm)

10.1 inches

(25.7cm)



Rack Mounting the Main and Audio Control PanelsTo install the Main Control Panel and the optional Audio Control Panel in a rack, use the adjustable left and right-side frame mounting brackets that are provided. The brackets are designed so that you can angle the panels either upward or downward, according to your needs. (See Figure 1-12.) If you are using an Audio Control Panel panel, attach and connect the audio panel to the Main Control Panel frame before you attach the brackets (see “Main Control Panel and Audio Control Panel Assembly” on page 7).The following steps describe the installation of the control panels in a rack. If you do not wish to remove the trim, start at step 7.1. Remove the three or four screws on each side of the Main Control Panel

trim (see Figure 1-9)

Figure 1-9. Removal of Trim for Rack Mounting

2. Remove the trim pieces from the sides of the Main Control Panel.3. Remove the wrist rest from the bottom of the Main Control Panel.4. Replace the middle two screws on each side of the Main Control Panel with

4-40x1/4 FH screws (see Figure 1-10).

Figure 1-10. Main Control Panel Side Screws

NoteThe Main and Audio Control Panels can be mounted in a rack with or without the outer trim attached. However, the outer trim will use an additional 1RU of extra space above and below the unit if it is left attached. If you choose to remove the trim, ensure that you replace the two middle screws found on each side (see Figure 1-2 on page 7).

Remove these four screws

4-40x1/4 FH screws



5. Remove the trim from the top of the Main Control Panel if there is no Audio Control Panel.

6. If there is no Audio Control Panel, follow these steps:a. Remove the three screws on each side of the Audio Control Panel trim.b. Remove the trim from the sides of the Audio Control Panel.c. Remove the trim from the top of the Audio Control Panel.d. Replace the two screws on each side of the Audio Control Panel with

4-40×1/4 FH screws (see Figure 1-11).

Figure 1-11. Audio Control Panel Side Screws

7. Attach the mounting brackets to the sides of the Main Control Panel using the screws provided (see Figure 1-12).

Figure 1-12. Attaching the Rack-Mount Bracket

8. Loosen the screws on the sliders, and then reposition the sliders to change the viewing angle of the control panels (see Figure 1-13).

4-40×1/4 FH screws

Attach 2 screws per side



Figure 1-13. Adjustment of Slider Screws

9. Tighten the slider screws and make all of the necessary cable connections on the back of the Main Control Panel.

10. Align the control panel assembly so that the screw holes in the mounting brackets match up with those at the front of the rack.

11. Secure the control panel assembly to the rack with 10×32 machine-head mounting screws and washers.

NEO Module InstallationWhen purchased as a package, the MKE-3901 and the MKA-3901 are attached together using standoffs. Figure 1-14 shows the alignment of the modules. The MKA-3901 and the MKE-3901-FX can be purchased separately and attached to the MKE-3901 module. To function correctly, MKA-3901, MKE-3901, and MGI-3901 modules must be mounted in a specific order in a NEO frame (see Figure 1-15).MKE-3901 modules require specific jumper settings. See page 72 for information on this procedure. Your installation may also require breakout panel connections, which are described later in this chapter.For general information about installing NEO modules, see the FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual.

Tighten screws at the back of the slider



Figure 1-14. Exploded View: MKA-3901 Front Module (Top) and MKE-3901 Front Module with Optional MKE-3901-FX Submodule (Middle), and MGI-3901 (Bottom)



Figure 1-15. MKA-3901, MKE-3901, and MGI-3901 Module Installation

Installing the MKE-3901-FX SubmoduleThe MKE-3901-FX submodule can be ordered separately and added to an existing MKE-3901module. Follow these steps to install the submodule:1. Remove the MKE-3901 module from the NEO frame.2. If your system includes an MKA-3901 module, remove the four retaining

screws from the MKA-3901 module, and then separate the MKA-3901 module from the MKE-3901.Retain the screws.

3. Locate and fit the MKE-3901-FX module into the correct position on the MKE-3901 module.

4. Install the submodule with the retaining screws included.5. If applicable, fit the MKA-3901 module to the MKE-3901 module again.6. Secure using standoffs and retaining screws.7. Reinstall the MKE-3901 into the NEO frame, and then close the front panel.

On one side, inthis order:

• MKA-3901• MKE-3901• MGI-3901

NoteAn MKE-3901 fitted with an MKE-3901-FX module cannot be installed in the top slot of a NEO frame.



ConnectorsThis section identifies the connectors found in the following components:• “Main Control Panel” (below)• “MKE-3901 Back Module” on page 17• “MKA-3901 Back Module” on page 19• “Breakout Modules” on page 22

Main Control PanelThe IconMaster Main Control Panel has external connections located in a bay on the underside of the unit (Figure 1-16). In addition, two 50-pin connectors at the back of the panel provide an interface with the optional Audio Control Panel. The Timecode In, Timecode Out, Ethernet 1, and Test connectors are reserved for future use.

Figure 1-16. Main Control Panel External Connections

The IconMaster Main Control Panel uses one or two external power supplies. For redundant power supply operation, two power supply units must be used. If one of the units fails, the changeover is instantaneous.The DC output from one of the provided power supplies should be connected to PS1 on the IconMaster Control Panel. Connect the second power supply to PS2. The IconMaster Main Control Panel can be connected directly to the system’s NEO frame-based modules when the system is not connected to a network. To do this, connect Ethernet 2 on the Main Control Panel to Ethernet 1 on the MKE-3901 back module using a twisted (crossed) cable. Otherwise, connect Ethernet 2 on the IconMaster Main Control Panel directly to a switch on the network using a straight cable.

ETHERNETTIMECODE

TEST1 2

INTIMECODE

OUTPS 1 PS 2



MKE-3901 Back ModuleFigure 1-17 shows the back module of the MKE-3901 module. The pin numbers for the Multi Function I/O connector are shown in Figure 1-18 on page 17, with corresponding information in Table 1-1 on page 18.

Figure 1-17. MKE-3901 Back Module

Multifunction I/O DB-62 PinoutsThis information is for use when it is necessary to wire directly to the connector. If you are using the ICONM-BO-V breakout module (shown in Figure 1-22 on page 23), this information is not required. For information about Bus A and Bus B pins, see “System Configurations—NEO Routers” on page 35 and “System Configurations—Panacea Routers” on page 49.

Figure 1-18. MKE-3901 Multifunction I/O Pinouts

NoteThe default Genlock Source Type is Composite. To change this setting, see the Genlock dialog box in the IconMaster configuration utility software.

Genlock

Clean PGM PST SqueezeBkgd

Bus A Key 1 Fill 2

Fill 1 Key 2Bus BPGM MK

E-39

01-B

M

Multi Function I/O

Outputs Inputs

InputsOutput

Ethernet 1

Ethernet 2

42

21

62

20

41

61

19

40

60

18

39

59

17

38

58

16

37

57

36

15

56

14

35

55

13

34

54

12

33

53

11

32

52

10

31

51

30

9

50

8

29

49

7

28

48

6

27

47

5

26

46

4

25

45

24

3

44

2

23

43

1

22



Table 1-1. MKE-3901 Multi-Function I/O Pinouts

Pin Function Pin Function Pin Function1 MKE AES A/O 2 (B+)* 22 MKE AES A/O 1 (B-)* 43 MKE AES A/O 1 (B+)*

2 Ground 23 MKE AES A/O 2 (B-)* 44 Ground

3 MGI GPI #3 24 Ground 45 MGI GPI #1

4 MGI GPI #6 25 MGI GPI #4 46 MGI GPI #2

5 MGI GPI #9 26 MGI GPI #5 47 MGI GPI #7

6 MGI GPI #10 27 MGI GPI #8 48 MGI GPO #1

7 MKE GPO #6 28 MGI GPO #4 49 MGI GPO #2

8 MKE GPO #4 29 MKE GPO #7 50 MGI GPO #3

9 MKE GPO #2 30 MKE GPO #5 51 MGI GPO #5

10 Bypass relay control 31 MKE GPO #3 52 MGI GPO #6

11 MKE GPI #8 32 MKE GPO #1 53 MGI LTC +

12 MKE GPI #4 33 MKE GPI #6 54 MGI LTC -

13 MKE GPI #7 34 MKE GPI #2 55 MGI temperature sensor +

14 RSxx2-B RX + 35 MKE GPI #5 56 MGI temperature sensor -

15 RSxx2-B RX - 36 MKE GPI #3 57 RS-232-D RX

16 RSxx2-E TX - 37 MKE GPI #1 58 RS-232-D TX

17 RSxx2-E TX + 38 Ground 59 RSxx2-C TX -

18 RSxx2-E RX - 39 +5V** 60 RSxx2-C TX +

19 RSxx2-E RX + 40 Ground 61 RSxx2-C RX +

20 RSxx2-B TX - 41 RSxx2-B TX + 62 RSxx2-C RX -

21 RS-232-A RX 42 RS-232-A TX

*Audio Over 1 and 2: For balanced data, use B+ and B-. For unbalanced (coax), use B+ for the signal and connect B- to ground (shield). There are also jumpers on the MKE card, which must be set to indicate balanced or coax.**Reserved for bypass relay operation.



MKA-3901 Back ModuleFigure 1-19 shows the back module of the MKA-3901 module. The pin numbers for the Input and Output connectors are shown in Figure 1-20 and Figure 1-21, respectively, with corresponding information in Table 1-2 on page 19 and Table 1-3 on page 21.

Figure 1-19. MKA-3901 Back Module

MKA-3901 AES Input PinoutsThis information is for use when it is necessary to wire directly to the input connector. If you are using the ICONM-BO-VAC or ICONM-BO-VAB breakout module, this information is not required. For information about Bus A and Bus B pins, see “System Configurations—NEO Routers” on page 35 and “System Configurations—Panacea Routers” on page 49.

Figure 1-20. MKA-3901AES Input PinoutsM

KA-

3901

-B-B

M

AES Input AES Output

Table 1-2. MKA-3901 Input Pinouts

Pin Function Pin Function Pin Function1 Spare 22 Ground 43 AES BUS A 4 (B-)

2 Spare 23 N/C 44 AES BUS A 4 (B+)

3 Ground 24 Ground 45 Ground

4 Spare 25 Ground 46 AES BUS A 2 (B-)

5 Spare 26 Ground 47 AES BUS A 2 (B+)


7 AES BUS A 3 (B+) 28 Ground 49 AES BUS B 4 (B-)

42

21

62

20

41

61

19

40

60

18

39

59

17

38

58

16

37

57

36

15

56

14

35

55

13

34

54

12

33

53

11

32

52

10

31

51

30

9

50

8

29

49

7

28

48

6

27

47

5

26

46

4

25

45

24

3

44

2

23

43

1

22



MKA-3901 AES Output PinoutsThis information is for use when it is necessary to wire directly to the output connector. If you are using the ICONM-BO-VAC or ICONM-BO-VAB breakout module, this information is not required.

8 AES BUS A 3 (B-) 29 Ground 50 AES BUS B 4 (B+)


10 AES BUS A 1 (B-) 31 Ground 52 AES BUS B 2 (B-)

11 AES BUS A 1 (B+) 32 Ground 53 AES BUS B 2 (B+)


13 AES BUS B 3 (B-) 34 Ground 55 Reserved for future use

14 AES BUS B 3 (B+) 35 Ground 56 Reserved for future use


16 AES BUS B 1 (B-) 37 Ground 58 Reserved for future use

17 AES BUS B 1 (B+) 38 Ground 59 Reserved for future use


19 Reserved for future use 40 Ground 61 Reserved for future use

20 Reserved for future use 41 Ground 62 Reserved for future use

21 Ground 42 Ground

For balanced data, use B+ and B-. For unbalanced (coax), use B+ for the signal and connect B- to ground (shield). To use the coax, the C version of the card must be purchased.

Table 1-2. MKA-3901 Input Pinouts (Continued)



Figure 1-21. MKA-3901 Output Pinouts

Table 1-3. MKA-3901 Output Pinouts

Pin Function Pin Function Pin Function1 Reserved for future use 22 Ground 43 Reserved for future use

2 Reserved for future use 23 N/C 44 Reserved for future use


4 AES Pgm 3 (B+) 25 Ground 46 AES Pgm 2 (B+)

5 AES Pgm 3 (B-) 26 AES Pgm 4 (B+) 47 AES Pgm 2 (B-)

6 Ground 27 AES Pgm 4 (B-) 48 Ground

7 AES Pst 1 (B+) 28 Ground 49 AES Pst 2 (B+)

8 AES Pst 1 (B-) 29 AES Pgm 1 (B+) 50 AES Pst 2 (B-)

9 Ground 30 AES Pgm 1 (B-) 51 Ground

10 AES Pst 3 (B+) 31 Ground 52 AES Pst 4 (B+)

11 AES Pst 3 (B-) 32 AES Clean 2 (B+) 53 AES Pst 4 (B-)

12 Ground 33 AES Clean 2 (B-) 54 Ground

13 AES Clean 1 (B+) 34 Ground 55 AES Clean 4 (B+)

14 AES Clean 1 (B-) 35 AES Clean 3 (B+) 56 AES Clean 4 (B-)

15 Ground 36 AES Clean 3 (B-) 57 Ground

16 AES Mon 1 (B+) 37 Ground 58 AES Mon 2 (B+)

17 AES Mon 1 (B-) 38 Ground 59 AES Mon 2 (B-)


19 AES Mon 3 (B+) 40 Ground 61 AES Mon 4 (B+)

20 AES Mon 3 (B-) 41 Ground 62 AES Mon 4 (B-)

21 Ground 42 Ground

For balanced data, use B+ and B-. For unbalanced (coax), use B+ for the signal and connect B- to ground (shield). To use the coax, the C version of the card must be purchased.

42

21

62

20

41

61

19

40

60

18

39

59

17

38

58

16

37

57

36

15

56

14

35

55

13

34

54

12

33

53

11

32

52

10

31

51

30

9

50

8

29

49

7

28

48

6

27

47

5

26

46

4

25

45

24

3

44

2

23

43

1

22



Breakout ModulesThere are three breakout modules available in the IconMaster system. Table 1-4 shows the functionality of each of the breakout modules.

ICONM-BO-V Video ModuleThe ICONM-BO-V (Figure 1-22 on page 23) is the breakout module for the MKE-3901 video module. The module converts the 62-pin Multi Function I/O connector of the MKE-3901 to a number of DB-9, BNC, and screw connectors. Table 1-5 on page 23 describes the pinouts for the screw connectors shown in Figure 1-22.Table 1-6 on page 25 describes the use of the DB-9 serial connectors shown in Figure 1-25. Each serial connector (RS-232 and RS-422) has the following settings:• Baud rate of 38400• 8 data bits• No parity• 1 stop bit• No flow controlTable 1-7 on page 26 describes the pinouts for the DB-9 connectors shown in Figure 1-25.Figure 1-24 on page 25 shows how the GPIs and GPOs (GPI outputs) are connected.For information on the jumpers and jumper packs used on the ICONM-BO-V module, see page 76.

Table 1-4. Breakout Module Packages

Breakout Back Module Name Video Module Audio Module Connecting Cables

ICONM-BO-V video breakout module (see page 22)

RS-232 and RS-422; BNCs for audio over and video relay bypass

Not applicable • MKE BREAKOUT CABLE (165-000242-00)

ICONM-BO-VAB balanced audio breakout module (see page 30)


Screw terminals for discrete audio in and out

• MKA BREAKOUT CABLE (165-000243-00)

• MKE BREAKOUT CABLE (165-000242-00)

ICONM-BO-VAC coaxial (unbalanced) audio breakout module (see page 32)


BNC connections for discrete audio in and out

• MKA BREAKOUT CABLE (165-000243-00)

• MKE BREAKOUT CABLE (165-000242-00)



Figure 1-22. Video Breakout Module

Table 1-5. ICONM-BO-V Screw Terminals

Terminal P2 P3 P4 P5 P61 MKE GPI 8 MKE A/O 1 + MKE GPO 6 MGI GPI 9 MGI GPI 1

2 MKE GPI 7 MKE A/O 1 - MKE GPO 5 MGI GPI 10 MGI GPI 2

3 MKE GPI 6 GND MKE GPO 4 MGI GPO 1 MGI GPI 3

4 MKE GPI 5 MKE A/O 2 + MKE GPO 3 MGI GPO 2 MGI GPI 4

5 MKE GPI 4 MKE A/O 2 - MKE GPO 2 MGI GPO 3 MGI GPI 5

6 MKE GPI 3 MGI TEMP SENS + MKE GPO 1 MGI GPO 4 MGI GPI 6

7 MKE GPI 2 MGI TEMP SENS - Bypass relay control MGI GPO 5 MGI GPI 7

8 MKE GPI 1 MGI LTC + +5 to MKE Relay MGI GPO 6 MGI GPI 8

9 MKE GPO 7 MGI LTC- +5 to MKA Breakout -VE to MKE Relay GND

10 GND GND +5 from MKE -VE to MKA Breakout GND

P2 P3 P4 P5 P612345678910

Term.



Bypass Relay Control• Connect P4, Pins 8, 9, and 10 together. This supplies the +5v from the

MKE-3901 module to the emergency relays on the Video Breakout Module and the Audio Breakout Modules.

• Connect P5, Pins 9 and 10 to P4, Pin 7.Bypass Relay JumperWhen a system is configured for SD, Jumper J10 should connect pins 2 to 3. For HD or multi-format operation, the jumper should be left in the default position, connecting pins 1 to 2. See Figure 1-23 for jumper location and settings.

Figure 1-23. Relay Bypass Jumper 10



Figure 1-24. GPI and GPO (GPI Out) Connections

Figure 1-25. Serial Pinouts for ICONM-BO-V Video Breakout Module

ICONM-BO-V Video BreakoutICONM-BO-VAB Audio Balanced Breakout

PGM Out

Emerg In 1

AES

A/O 1

A/O 2 RS232/422-C RS232-D RS232/422-E

RS232/422-BRS232-ALEITCH

Table 1-6. RS-232 and RS-422 Usage

Connector Use Baud Rate NotesRS-232-A MKE-3901

machine control38400 See page 28 for more machine control information.

RS-232/422-B MKE-3901 automation control

38400 Jumper J18 on the MKE-3901 must be set to the required standard. Similarly, jumper pack A1 on the breakout module must be set to the same standard as J18. See page 72 for more jumper information.

RS-232/422-C Reserved 38400

RS-232-D MGI-3901 EAS 38400 Connect the EAS receiver for emergency notification messages.

RS-232/422-E MKE-3901 external router control

38400 Jumper J17 on the MKE-3901 must be set to the required standard. Similarly, jumper pack A2 on the breakout module must be set to the same standard as J17. See page 72 for more jumper information.



Figures 1-26 through 1-29 show examples of common DB-9 cable arrangements.

Figure 1-26. RS-232 IconMaster to Harris Integrator or Panacea Pin Connections

Table 1-7. ICONM-BO-V DB-9 (RS-232 and RS-422) Pinouts

Pin RS-232 Connections RS-422 Connections1 Frame Ground Frame Ground

2 RxD (Data received by router) Ta (Data sent by router)

3 TxD (Data sent by router) Rb (Data received by router)

4 Data Terminal Ready* Rc (Receiver Common)

5 Ground Ground

6 Data Set Ready (DSR)* Tc (Transmit Common)

7 Request to Send (RTS)** Tb (Data sent by router)

8 Clear to Send (RTS)** Ra (Data received by router)

9 Frame Ground Frame Ground

* Pins 4 and 6 are connected internally. ** Pins 7 and 8 are connected internally.

IconMaster123456789

Integrator/PanaceaRS-232

123456789



Figure 1-27. RS-422 IconMaster to Harris Integrator or Panacea Pin Connections

Figure 1-28. RS-232 IconMaster to Common PC Serial Port Pin Connections

Figure 1-29. RS-232 IconMaster to SPT Pin Connections

IconMaster123456789

Integrator/Panacea RS-422

123456789

IconMaster123456789

PC 9-pinRS-232 port

123456789

IconMaster123456789

SPT123456789



Machine Control UseThe serial connector RS-232-A on the ICONM-BO-V Video Breakout Module is dedicated for machine control use. To connect the IconMaster system to a VTR, follow these steps.1. Using a straight-through RS-232 (serial) cable, connect RS-232-A on the

ICONM-BO-V video breakout module to the serial connector on an SPT-LSERIAL or an SPT-XYTOXY serial protocol translator.

2. Using a coaxial cable, connect COAX on the SPT to COAX on the VTR specific SPT. (For example, if you are connecting to a Sony VTR, you would be using an SPT-XYTOSONY.)

3. Using an RS-422 (Serial) cable, connect the serial connector on the SPT to the VTR.

4. Follow the VTR manufacturer’s instructions for other connections to the IconMaster system.

Figure 1-30 shows a sample connection using a Sony tape machine.

Figure 1-30. Sample Sony Machine Control Connections

Sony control unit

SPT-XYTOSONYSPT-LSERIAL

RS-422

RS-232

ICONM-BO-V Video Breakout Module



Connecting a DAL Harris Automation System to IconMasterThe following information is specific to a DAL Harris Automation system used with the McCurdy SER-8-IF Serial Breakout Box, and may not apply to any other automation system setups.1. Using the cable provided, connect the DAL Harris Automation System to

port J19 on the McCurdy SER-8-IF serial breakout box.2. Choose one of the following options:

• If using the IconMaster ICONM-BO-V breakout module, connect port RS-232/422-B on the ICONM-BO-V module to the port on the McCurdy SER-8-IF serial breakout box configured for automation. See Figure 1-25 on page 25 for pinouts. See page 75 for setting the serial port standard.

• If connecting directly to the IconMaster system, connect the multifunction I/O on the MKE-3901-BM to the port on the McCurdy SER-8-IF serial breakout box configured for automation. See Figure 1-25 on page 25 for pinouts. See Table 1-6 on page 25 for setting the serial port standard.

IconMaster McCurdy

Pin Function Pin Function

2 Ta (Data sent by router) <------------------> 5 RX -

3 Rb (Data received by router) <------------------> 8 TX +

7 Tb (Data sent by router) <------------------> 4 RX +

8 Ra (Data received by router) <------------------> 9 TX -

IconMaster McCurdy

Pin Function Pin Function

20 RSxx2-B TX - <------------------> 5 Rx-

14 RSxx2-B RX + <------------------> 8 Tx+

41 RSxx2-B TX + <------------------> 4 Rx+

15 RSxx2-B RX - <------------------> 9 Tx-



ICONM-BO-VAB Audio Balanced ModuleThe ICONM-BO-VAB is a breakout module for the MKA-3901-B audio module. It also includes the video functionality of the ICONM-BO-V module. The audio portion of the module converts the 62-pin AES Input and AES Output connectors of the MKA-3901-B to screw terminal connections.Figure 1-31 shows the screw-type connectors on the audio breakout module. Each row of screw terminals (P4 to P15) is described in Table 1-8 on page 30.

Figure 1-31. Balanced Audio Breakout Module

Table 1-8. Balanced Breakout Module Screw Terminals

Terminal P4 inputs P5 inputs P6 inputs P7 inputs1 BUS B1 + BUS A4 + BUS A1 + SPARE 1 +

2 BUS B1 - BUS A4 - BUS A1 - SPARE 1 -

3 BUS B1 GND BUS A4 GND BUS A1 GND SPARE 1 GND

4 BUS B3 + BUS B2 + BUS A2 + SPARE 2 +

5 BUS B3 - BUS B2 - BUS A2 - SPARE 2 -

6 BUS B3 GND BUS B4/B2 GND BUS A2/A3 GND SPARE 2 GND

7 NC BUS B4 + BUS A3 + NC

8 NC BUS B4 - BUS A3 - NC

Terminal P8 outputs P9 outputs P10 outputs P11 outputs1 MON 2 + CLEAN 3 + PST 4 + PST 1 +

2 MON 2 - CLEAN 3 - PST 4 - PST 1 -

3 MON 2 GND CLEAN 3 GND PST 4 GND PST 1 GND

4 MON 3 + CLEAN 4 + CLEAN 1 + PST 2 +

P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 P1512345678

Term. Term. Term.12345678

12345678



5 MON 3 - CLEAN 4 - CLEAN 1 - PST 2 -

6 MON 3/4 GND CLEAN 4/MON 1 GND CLEAN 1/2 GND PST 2/3 GND

7 MON 4 + MON 1 + CLEAN 2 + PST 3 +

8 MON 4 - MON 1 - CLEAN 2 - PST 3 -

Terminal P12 inputs P13 inputs P14 inputs P15 inputs1 NC PGM 1 + PGM 3 + NC

2 NC PGM 1 GND PGM 3 GND NC

3 EMER PGM 1 + PGM 1 - PGM 3 - EMER PGM 3 +

4 EMER PGM 1 - PGM 2+ PGM 4 + EMER PGM 3 -

5 EMER PGM GND PGM 2 GND PGM 4 GND EMER PGM 3 GND

6 EMER PGM 2+ PGM 2 - PGM 4 - EMER PGM 4 +

7 EMER PGM 2- NC NC EMER PGM 4 -

8 EMER PGM 2 GND NC NC EMER PGM 4 GND

Table 1-8. Balanced Breakout Module Screw Terminals (Continued)

Terminal P4 inputs P5 inputs P6 inputs P7 inputs



ICONM-BO-VAC Audio Coaxial ModuleThe ICONM-BO-VAC is a breakout module for the MKA-3901-B audio module. It also includes the video functionality of the ICONM-BO-V module. The audio portion of the module converts the 62-pin AES Input and AES Output connectors of the MKA-3901-B to coaxial connections.Figure 1-32 shows the connectors of the audio breakout module. Each connector is labelled in Figure 1-33.Figure 1-34 on page 33 shows the four BNC connectors on the audio breakout module for connecting emergency inputs. From left to right, the connectors are for AES4 to AES 1.

Figure 1-32. Coaxial Audio Breakout Module

Figure 1-33. Coaxial Connector Labels

AES

AES

Bus AIn

Bus BIn

1

2

3

4

1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3 1 3

2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4 2 4

1

2

Spare CleanOut Mon Out PST Out PGM

Out



Figure 1-34. Emergency BNC Audio Inputs (AES4 to AES 1, From Left to Right)

Video Relay Bypass ModuleThe Video Relay Bypass is a separate module that is connected to the Video Breakout Module. When using the ICONM-BO-V module, connect PGM Output on the MKE-3901-BM to PGM IN on the Video Bypass module using the provided coax cable, as shown in Figure 1-35.

Figure 1-35. MKE-3901 Connections to the Video Relay Bypass Using the ICONM-BO-V

When using the ICONM-BO-VAC module, connect PGM Output on the MKE-3901-BM to the PGM IN on the Video Bypass module using the provided coax cable, as shown in Figure 1-36.

Genlock


Bus A Key 1 Fill 2


E-39

01-B

M

Multi Function I/O

Outputs Inputs

InputsOutput

Ethernet 1

Ethernet 2



Figure 1-36. MKE-3901 Connections to the Video Relay Bypass Using the ICONM-BO-VAC

When using the ICONM-BO-VAB module, connect PGM Output on the MKE-3901-BM to the PGM IN on the Video Bypass module using the provided coax cable, as shown in Figure 1-37.

Figure 1-37. MKE-3901 Connections to the Video Relay Bypass Using the ICONM-BO-VAB

Genlock


Bus A Key 1 Fill 2


E-39

01-B

M

Multi Function I/O

Outputs Inputs

InputsOutput

Ethernet 1

Ethernet 2

Genlock


Bus A Key 1 Fill 2


E-39

01-B

M

Multi Function I/O

Outputs Inputs

InputsOutput

Ethernet 1

Ethernet 2



System Configurations—NEO RoutersThis section describes the connections that are required in some typical configurations involving NEO NSM internal routers. The following NEO router configurations are described in this section:• “Double NSM-7×2SHD to a Single MKE-3901” on page 35• “Single AES Audio Channel to an IconMaster” on page 40• “Double AES Audio Channels to an IconMaster” on page 47System configurations for Panacea routers start on page 49.

General Installation Notes Both Video and Audio NSMs

• The source offset for all NSM modules is 1.• The destination offset for all NSM modules is 0.

Video-Only NSM Modules• The first video NSM module must be assigned an X-Y level of 0.• When ganging 2 cards together, the second module must be assigned an

X-Y level of 1.

Audio-Only NSM Modules• The NSM-7×2AES Router supports a single AES stream for both A and B

inputs on the IconMaster. If the NSM-7×2AES routers are to be used for Discrete AES Audio for a full two AES (four-channel) system, four of these router modules are required.

• The expected use would be as follows: • NSM #1 and NSM #2 provide AES 1 for Bus A and Bus B• NSM #3 and NSM #4 provide AES 2 for Bus A and Bus B

Double NSM-7×2SHD to a Single MKE-3901Figure 1-38 illustrates a sample configuration involving 12 switcher inputs, using two NSM-7×2SHD routers and a single MKE-3901. You can place the NSM modules anywhere in the same NEO frame as the IconMaster system. Follow the steps that begin on page 36 to install and configure double NSM-7×2SHD modules to a single MKE-3901.



Figure 1-38. Double NSM-7×2SHD to a Single MKE-3901 Sample Configuration

1. Configure the NSM Modules1. Set the NEO NSM back module to Unterminated reference, using the

following steps: a. Remove the NSM-7×2SHD back module from the NEO Frame.b. Locate jumper JP1 on the NEO NSM back module (see Figure 1-39).c. Set the NEO NSM back module to Unterminated reference by setting

JP1 as shown.

BNC teeconnector

BNC teeconnector

REFINPUT

OUT 1 IN 1 IN 2 IN 3 IN 4 IN 5 IN 6 IN 7 OUT 2

Genlock


Bus A Key 1 Fill 2

Fill 1 Key 2Bus BPGM

MKE

-390

1-BM

Multi Function I/O

Outputs Inputs

InputsOutput

Ethernet 1

Ethernet 2

NSM

-7X2

SHD

-BM

MKE control from hub/IconMaster control

panel

MGI control fromhub/MGI-RCP

Station Reference(Composite)

REFINPUT


NSM

-7X

2SH

D-B

M

Input 6 ooInput 7 oInput 8 oInput 9 oInput 10o Input 11 oInput 12

Input 1 ooInput 2 oInput 3 o Input 4o Input 5

NoteThe first NSM module will provide Inputs 1 to 5; the second NSM module will provide Inputs 6 to 12.



d. Reinstall the NSM-7X2SHD back module into the NEO frame.

Figure 1-39. Jumper JP1 on the NSM-7X2SHD Back Module

2. On the first NSM back module, connect a maximum of 5 video inputs to the BNC connections labeled In 1 to In 5.

3. On the second NSM back module, connect a maximum of 7 video inputs to the BNC connections labeled In 1 to In 7.

4. Connect Out 1 on the first NSM to Input Bus A on the MKE-3901.5. Connect Out 2 on the first NSM to Input Bus B on the MKE-3901.6. Connect Out 1 on the second NSM to In 6 on the first NSM.7. Connect Out 2 on the second NSM to In 7 on the first NSM.

2. Make Additional Connections1. Connect your composite station reference to the Ref Inputs and Genlock

connection as shown in Figure 1-38. 2. On the MKE-3901 back module, connect Key 1 input source to Key 1 and

Fill 1 as appropriate.3. On the MKE-3901 back module, connect Key 2 input source to Key 2 and

Fill 2 as appropriate.

Jumper JP1 set to Unterminated



4. On the MKE-3901 back module, Squeeze Bkgd can be supplied by an external router.

5. Connect the two Ethernet ports as follows:Ethernet 1 (connection for MKE-3901 control) To a switch using a straight-through Ethernet cableEthernet 2 (two connection options for MGI-3901 control and logo download)• To the same switch as Ethernet 1 using a normal Ethernet cable.• To a dedicated switch used for the MGI functionality using a normal

Ethernet cable.6. Power up the system.

3. Configure the MKE-3901 ModuleSet the IP address on the card edge of the MKE-3901 module by following these steps:1. Press the left (Esc) button until the message MKE3901 appears on the VFD

display.2. Press the right (Enter) button.3. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until Status

is highlighted.4. Press the right (Enter) button.5. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until Other

is highlighted.6. Press the right (Enter) button.7. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until

IP_Address is highlighted.8. Press the right (Enter) button.9. Continue pressing the right (Enter) button until the cursor is under the digit

you want to change.10. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to change the digit.11. Press the right (Enter) button to move to the next digit.12. Repeat the previous three steps until you have changed the IP address.13. Press the right (Enter) button until the cursor is under the space at the end

of the IP address.14. Press the left (Esc) button to accept the change.

NoteIf you are connecting Ethernet 1 to a switch, the IconMaster Control Panel must be connected to the same switch.



4. Configure the MGI-3901 Module1. Set the IP address on the card edge of the MGI-3901 module by following

these steps:a. Press the left (Esc) button until the message MGI-3901-R appears on

the VFD display.b. Press the right (Enter) button.c. Use the toggle switch (NAV) to scroll through the parameter list until

IP_Address is highlighted.d. Press the right (Enter) button.e. Continue pressing the right (Enter) button until the cursor is under the

digit you want to change.f. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to change the digit.g. Press the right (Enter) button to move to the next digit.h. Repeat the previous three steps until you have changed the IP address.i. Press the right (Enter) button until the cursor is under the space at the

end of the IP address.j. Press the left (Esc) button to accept the change.

2. Using the IconMaster configuration utility software, set the MKE-3901 reference mode to Composite. See the IconMaster Configuration Utility Software Reference Guide for more information.

5. Set the NSM Card-Edge ParametersSet the following parameter values on the card edge of each of the NSM modules. 1. Press the left (Esc) button until the message NSM-7×2SHD appears on the

VFD display2. Press the right (Sel) button.3. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until Setup

is highlighted.4. Press the right (Sel) button.5. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until Nav

Mode is highlighted.6. Press the right (Sel) button.7. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until All

List is highlighted.8. Press the right (Sel) button.9. Press the left (Esc) button.10. Press the left (Esc) button again.



11. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until XY Level is highlighted.

12. Press the right (Sel) button.13. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the values until 0 (on the first

NSM) or 1 (on the second NSM) is reached.14. Press the left (Esc) button to set the value.15. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until

SrcOffset is highlighted.16. Press the right (Sel) button.17. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the values until 1 is reached.18. Press the left (Esc) button to set the value.19. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until

DestOffset is highlighted.20. Press the right (Sel) button.21. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the values until 0 is reached.22. Press the left (Esc) button to set the value.

See the NSM-7×2SHD Installation and Operation Manual for more information about setting parameters.

Single AES Audio Channel to an IconMasterFigure 1-40 illustrates a sample configuration involving 12 switcher inputs, using two NSM-7×2AES routers and an IconMaster system. You can place the NSM modules anywhere in the same NEO frame as the IconMaster system. Breakout module connections are shown on page 42. Follow the steps that begin on page 43 to install and configure double NSM-7×2AES modules to an IconMaster.



Figure 1-40. Single AES Audio Channel to an IconMaster

When using the ICONM-BO-VAC breakout module and two NSM routers, audio output 1 from the first NSM router must be connected to Bus A In 1 on the breakout module as indicated in Figure 1-41.

BNC teeconnector

BNC teeconnector

REFINPUT


Genlock


Bus A Key 1 Fill 2


MK

E-39

01-B

M

Multi Function I/O

Outputs Inputs

InputsOutput

Ethernet 1

Ethernet 2

NS

M-7

X2A

ES-B

MMKE control from hub/

IconMaster controlpanel


Station Reference(Composite)

REFINPUT


NSM

-7X2

AES-

BM

MKA

-390

1-B-

BM


NOTE: The audio output from the NSM routers can be connected directly to the AES input of the MKA-3901 or through one of the ICONM-BO-VAC or ICONM-BO-VAB audio breakout modules.

SecondNSMrouter

FirstNSMrouter

Input 6 oInput 7 oInput 8 oInput 9 oInput 10 oInput 11 oInput 12

Input 1 oInput 2 oInput 3 oInput 4o Input 5



Figure 1-41. Audio 1 NSM Connection to ICONM-BO-VAC

Likewise, audio output 2 from the first NSM router must be connected to Bus B In 1 on the breakout module as indicated in Figure 1-42.

Figure 1-42. Audio 2 Panacea Connection to ICONM-BO-VAC

When using the ICON-BO-VAB breakout module and two NSM-7X2AES routers, the audio output 1 from the first NSM router must be connected to Input Bus A1 on the breakout module as indicated in Table 1-8 on page 30.Likewise, the audio output 2 from the first NSM router must be connected to Input Bus B1 on the breakout module as indicated in Table 1-8 on page 30.

Bus A In 1

Bus B In 1



1. Configure the NSM Modules1. Set the NEO NSM back module to Unterminated reference, using the

following steps: a. Remove the NSM-7×2AES back module from the NEO Frame.b. Locate jumper J11 on the NEO NSM back module (see Figure 1-43).c. Set the NEO NSM back module to Unterminated reference by setting

J11 as shown. d. Reinstall the NSM-7×2AES back module into the NEO frame.

Figure 1-43. Jumper J11 on the NSM-7×2AES Back Module

2. On the first NSM back module, connect a maximum of 5 AES audio inputs to the BNC connections labeled In 1 to In 5.

3. On the second NSM back module, connect a maximum of 7 AES audio inputs to the BNC connections labeled In 1 to In 7.

4. Connect Out 1 on the first NSM to AES Bus A on the MKA-3901.This can be done in either of these two ways:• Direct connection• ICONM-BO-VAB or ICONM-BO-VAC breakout module connection

5. Connect Out 2 on the first NSM to AES Bus B on the MKA-3901.6. Connect Out 1 on the second NSM to In 6 on the first NSM.7. Connect Out 2 on the second NSM to In 7 on the first NSM.

NoteThe first NSM module will provide Inputs 1 to 5; the second NSM module will provide Inputs 6 to 12.

Jumper JP1 set to Unterminated



2. Make Additional Connections1. Connect your composite station reference to the Ref Inputs and Genlock

connection as shown in Figure 1-40. 2. On the MKE-3901 back module, connect Key 1 input source to Key 1 and

Fill 1 as appropriate.3. On the MKE-3901 back module, connect Key 2 input source to Key 2 and

Fill 2 as appropriate.4. On the MKE-3901 back module, Squeeze Bkgd can be supplied by an

external router.5. Connect the two Ethernet ports as follows:

Ethernet 1 (connection for MKE-3901 control) To a switch using a straight-through Ethernet cableEthernet 2 (two connection options for MGI-3901 control and logo download)• To the same switch as Ethernet 1 using a normal Ethernet cable.• To a dedicated switch used for the MGI functionality using a normal



display.2. Press the right (Enter) button.3. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until Status





of the IP address.




14. Press the left (Esc) button to accept the change.

4. Configure the MGI-3901 Module1. Set the IP address on the card edge of the MGI-3901 module by following

these steps:a. Press the left (Esc) button until the message MGI-3901-R appears on

the VFD display.b. Press the right (Enter) button.c. Use the toggle switch (NAV) to scroll through the parameter list until

IP_Address is highlighted.d. Press the right (Enter) button.e. Continue pressing the right (Enter) button until the cursor is under the

digit you want to change.f. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to change the digit.g. Press the right (Enter) button to move to the next digit.h. Repeat the previous three steps until you have changed the IP address.i. Press the right (Enter) button until the cursor is under the space at the

end of the IP address.j. Press the left (Esc) button to accept the change.

2. Using the IconMaster configuration utility software, set the MKE-3901 reference mode to Composite. See the IconMaster Configuration Utility Software Reference Guide for more information.

5. Set the NSM Card-Edge ParametersSet the following parameter values on the card edge of each of the NSM modules. 1. Press the left (Esc) button until the message NSM-7×2AES appears on the

VFD display2. Press the right (Sel) button.3. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until Setup

is highlighted.4. Press the right (Sel) button.5. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until Nav

Mode is highlighted.6. Press the right (Sel) button.7. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until All

List is highlighted.8. Press the right (Sel) button.9. Press the left (Esc) button.10. Press the left (Esc) button again.



11. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until XY Level is highlighted.

12. Press the right (Sel) button.13. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the values until 2 (on the first

NSM) or 3 (on the second NSM) is reached.14. Press the left (Esc) button to set the value.15. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until

SrcOffset is highlighted.16. Press the right (Sel) button.17. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the values until 1 is reached.18. Press the left (Esc) button to set the value.19. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until

DestOffset is highlighted.20. Press the right (Sel) button.21. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the values until 0 is reached.22. Press the left (Esc) button to set the value.See the NSM-7×2AES Installation and Operation Manual for more information about setting parameters.



Double AES Audio Channels to an IconMasterTo connect two AES audio channels to an IconMaster (using four NSM routers), follow the general instructions for a one-channel configuration, as described on page 40. The second audio channel must be connected as described below.

Figure 1-44. Two-Channel AES to IconMaster

BNC teeconnector

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REFINPUT


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Bus A Key 1 Fill 2


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-390

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panel


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REFINPUT


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ES

BNC teeconnector

BNC teeconnector

NOTE: The audio output from the NSM routerscan be connected directly to the AES input of theMKA-3901 or through one of the INCOM-BO-VAC or ICONM-BO-VAB audio breakoutmodules.

FourthNSMrouter

ThirdNSMrouter

SecondNSMrouter

FirstNSMrouter

AES 2

AES 1



Audio output 1 from the third NSM router must be connected to Bus A In 2 on the breakout module as shown in Figure 1-45.

Figure 1-45. Audio Output 1 From Third NSM Router to Bus A In 2

Audio output 2 from the third NSM router must be connected to Bus B In 2 on the breakout module, as indicated in Figure 1-46.

Figure 1-46. Audio Output 2 From Third NSM Router to Bus B In 2

When using the IOCON-BO-VAB breakout module, audio output 1 from the third NSM router must be connected to Input Bus A2 on the breakout module, as indicated in Table 1-8.Audio output 2 from the third NSM must be connected to Input Bus B2 on the breakout module, as indicated in Table 1-8.

Bus A In 2

Bus B In 2



System Configurations—Panacea RoutersThis section describes the connections that are required in some typical configurations involving Panacea external routers. The following Panacea router configurations are described in this section:• “Single Panacea HD/SD Video Router to a Single MKE-3901” on page 50• “Single Panacea HD/SD Video Router and Single Panacea Audio Router to

an IconMaster” on page 53• “Single Panacea HD/SD Video Router and Multiple Panacea Audio Routers

to an IconMaster” on page 57



Single Panacea HD/SD Video Router to a Single MKE-3901Figure 1-47 illustrates a configuration involving 16 switcher inputs, using a single Panacea HD/SD video router and a single MKE-3901. Installation and configuration instructions begin on page 51.

Figure 1-47. Single Panacea HD/SD Video Router to a Single MKE-3901

When using the ICONM-BO-V breakout module, the serial port of the Panacea router must be connected to the RS-232/422-E port on the breakout module as indicated in Figure 1-48.

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MKE-3901 control from hub/IconMaster control panel

MGI control from hub/MGI-RCP

Terminated

Station reference

NOTE: The serial port of the Panacearouter must be connected to Serial Port Eof the MKE-3901. Connection can be madeusing the ICONM-BO-V breakout module orby directly connecting to the Multi FunctionI/O connector on the MKE-3901-BM.



Figure 1-48. RS-232/422-E Port on the ICONM-BO-V Breakout Module

1. Make Connections on the Panacea and MKE-39011. On the Panacea back module, connect a maximum of 16 video inputs to the

BNC connections labeled Input 1 to Input 16.2. Connect Output 1 on the Panacea to Input Bus A on the MKE-3901.3. Connect Output 2 on the Panacea to Input Bus B on the MKE-3901.4. Connect your station reference to the Sync connection of the Panacea back

module. 5. Terminate one of the XY BNC connectors on the Panacea router.6. Connect the serial port of the Panacea router to Serial Port E in the Multi

Function I/O connector on the MKE-3901. This can be done in either of these two ways.• Direct connection• ICONM-BO-V breakout module connection

7. On the MKE-3901 back module, connect the Key 1 input source to Key 1 and Fill 1 as appropriate.


9. On the MKE-3901 back module, supply Squeeze Bkgd by an external router.

10. Connect the two Ethernet ports as follows:Ethernet 1 (connection for MKE-3901 control) to a switch using a straight-through Ethernet cableEthernet 2 (two connection options for MGI-3901 control and logo download)• To the same switch as Ethernet 1 using a normal Ethernet cable.• To a dedicated switch used for the MGI functionality using a normal



display.

RS-232/422-E Port




2. Press the right (Enter) button.3. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until Status






3. Configure the MGI-3901 ModuleSet the IP address on the card edge of the MGI-3901 module by following these steps:1. Press the left (Esc) button until the message MGI-3901-R appears on the

VFD display.2. Press the right (Enter) button.3. Use the toggle switch (NAV) to scroll through the parameter list until






Single Panacea HD/SD Video Router and Single Panacea Audio Router to an IconMaster

Figure 1-49 illustrates a configuration involving 16 switcher inputs, using a single Panacea HD/SD video router and single Panacea audio router to an IconMaster. Follow the steps beginning on page 55 to install and configure a single Panacea HD/SD video router and a single Panacea audio router to an IconMaster.

Figure 1-49. Single Panacea HD/SD Video Router and Single Panacea Audio Router to an IconMaster

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-390

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Multi Function I/O

Outputs Inputs

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Ethernet 2

MKE-3901 controlfrom hub/IconMaster

control panel


Terminated

16 Input SwitcherAudio and Video

Station Reference


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NOTE: The audio output from thePanacea router can be connecteddirectly to the AES Input of the MKA-3901 or through one of the audiobreakout modules (ICONM-BO-VAC orICONM-BO-VAB) depending on thetype of the router.

Audio BNC Router

Video Router

Bus A

Bus B



When using the ICONM-BO-V breakout module, the serial port of the Panacea router must be connected to the RS-232/422-E port on the breakout module as indicated in Figure 1-50.

Figure 1-50. Panacea Connection to Serial Port on ICONM-BO-V

When using the ICONM-BO-VAC breakout module and multiple Panacea routers (multi-level), the audio output 1 from the level 1 Panacea router must be connected to Bus A In 1 on the breakout module as indicated in Figure 1-51.


Likewise, the audio output 2 from the level 1 Panacea router must be connected to Bus B In 1 on the breakout module as indicated in Figure 1-52.


When using the ICON-BO-VAB breakout module and a Panacea router (single level), the audio output 1 from the Panacea router must be connected to Input Bus A1 on the breakout module as indicated in Table 1-8 on page 30.Likewise, the audio output 2 from the Panacea router must be connected to Input Bus B1 on the breakout module as indicated in Table 1-8 on page 30.

RS-232/422-E port

Bus A In 1

Bus B In 1



1. Make Connections on the Panacea and MKE-39011. On the Panacea video back module, connect a maximum of 12 video inputs

to the BNC connectors labeled Input 1 to Input 12.2. Connect Output 1 on the Panacea video back module to Input Bus A on

the MKE-3901.3. Connect Output 2 on the Panacea video back module to Input Bus B on

the MKE-3901.4. On the Panacea audio back module, connect a maximum of 16 audio inputs

to the BNC connectors labeled Input 1 to Input 16. A separate level is required for each MKA-3901 -A and -B AES input.

5. Connect Output 1 on the Panacea audio back module to AES Bus A 1 on the AES Input connector of the MKA-3901. This can be done in one of the following two ways.• Direct connection • ICONM-BO-VAB or INCONM-BO-VAC breakout module connection

(depending on the type of router)6. Connect Output 2 on the Panacea audio back module to AES Bus B 1 on

the AES Input connector of the MKA-3901. This can be done in one of two ways.• Direct connect • ICONM-BO-VAB or INCONM-BO-VAC breakout module connect

(depending on the type of the router)7. Connect your station reference to the Sync input as shown in Figure 1-49 on

page 53. 8. Connect the Panacea routers together using the X-Y connection as shown in

Figure 1-49.9. Terminate the unused X-Y BNC connectors on the Panacea routers.10. Connect the serial port of the Panacea router to Serial Port E in the Multi

Function I/O connector on the MKE-3901. This can be done in one of the following two ways:• Direct connection • ICONM-BO-V breakout module connection


12. On the MKE-3901 back module, connect Key 2 input source to Key 2 and Fill 2 as appropriate.



13. On the MKE-3901 back module, supply Squeeze Bkgd using an external router.



2. Configure the MKE-3901 Module1. Set the IP address on the card edge of the MKE-3901 module by following

these steps:a. Press the left (Esc) button until the message MKE3901 appears on the

VFD display.b. Press the right (Enter) button.c. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until

Status is highlighted.d. Press the right (Enter) button.e. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until

Other is highlighted.f. Press the right (Enter) button.g. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until

IP_Address is highlighted.h. Press the right (Enter) button.i. Continue pressing the right (Enter) button until the cursor is under the

digit you want to change.j. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to change the digit.k. Press the right (Enter) button to move to the next digit.l. Repeat the previous three steps until you have changed the IP address.m. Press the right (Enter) button until the cursor is under the space at the

end of the IP address.n. Press the left (Esc) button to accept the change.

2. Make IP address changes to the MKE-3901 module as necessary (see the IconMaster Configuration Utility Software Reference Guide for information on IP addresses).

3. Using the IconMaster configuration utility software, set the MKE-3901 reference mode to Composite or Tri-Level as required.




4. Using the IconMaster configuration utility software, set up the External Routing Configuration for your system.






Single Panacea HD/SD Video Router and Multiple Panacea Audio Routers to an IconMaster

Figure 1-53 on page 58 illustrates a configuration involving 16 switcher inputs, using a Panacea HD/SD video router and multiple Panacea audio routers to an IconMaster. Installation and configuration instructions begin on page 61.



Figure 1-53. One Panacea HD/SD Video Router and Multiple Panacea Audio Routers to an IconMaster

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Multi Function I/O

Outputs Inputs

InputsOutput

Ethernet 1

Ethernet 2

MGI control from hub/MGI-RCP

Terminated 16 Input SwitcherVideo and Multiple Audio

Station Reference


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NOTE: The audio output from thePanacea routers can be connecteddirectly to the AES Input of the MKA-3901 or through one of the audiobreakout modules (ICONM-BO-VAC orICONM-BO-VAB) depending on thetype of the router.

Audio BNC Router

Video Router

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Audio BNC Router

MKE-3901 controlfrom hub/IconMaster

control panel



When using the ICONM-BO-V breakout module, the serial port of the Panacea router must be connected to RS-232/RS-422-E on the breakout module as indicated in Figure 1-54.

Figure 1-54. Panacea Connection to Serial Port on ICONM-BO-V

When using the ICONM-BO-VAC breakout module and multiple Panacea routers (multi-level), the audio output 1 from the level 1 Panacea router must be connected to Bus A In 1 on the breakout module as indicated in Figure 1-55.

Figure 1-55. Audio 1, Level 1 Panacea Connection to ICONM-BO-VAC

Likewise, the audio output 2 from the level 1 Panacea router must be connected to Bus B In 1 on the breakout module as indicated in Figure 1-56.


RS-232/422-E Port

Bus A In 1

Bus B In 1



Audio output 1 from the level 2 Panacea router must be connected to Bus A In 2 on the breakout module, as indicated in Figure 1-57.


Audio output 1 from the level 2 Panacea router must be connected to Bus B In 2 on the breakout module, as indicated in Figure 1-58.


Audio outputs 3 and 4 from the Panacea level 3 and 4 routers connect to Bus A and B In 3 and 4, respectively.When using the ICON-BO-VAB breakout module and a Panacea router (single level), audio output 1 from the Panacea router must be connected to Input Bus A1 on the breakout module as indicated in Table 1-8 on page 30.Likewise, audio output 2 from the Panacea router must be connected to Input Bus B1 on the breakout module as indicated in Table 1-8 on page 30.Audio output 1 from the level 2 Panacea router must be connected to Input Bus A2 on the breakout module as indicated in Table 1-8.Audio output 2 from the level 2 Panacea router must be connected to Input Bus B2 on the breakout module as indicated in Table 1-8.Audio outputs 3 and 4 from the Panacea level 3 and 4 routers connect to Input Bus A and B, 3 and 4, respectively.

Bus A In 2

Bus B In 2



1. Make Connections on the Panacea and MKE-39011. On the Panacea video back module, connect a maximum of 12 video inputs

to BNCs labeled Input 1 to Input 12.2. Connect Output 1 on the Panacea video back module to Input Bus A on

the MKE-3901.3. Connect Output 2 on the Panacea video back module to Input Bus B on

the MKE-3901.4. On the Panacea Audio back module, connect a maximum of 16 audio inputs

to BNC connectors labeled Input 1 to Input 16. Please note that a separate level is required for each MKA-3901 -A and -B AES input.

5. Connect Output 1 on the Panacea Audio to AES Bus A 1 on the AES Input connector of the MKA-3901. This can be done in one of the two following ways.• Direct connection • ICONM-BO-VAB or INCONM-BO-VAC breakout module connect

(depending on the type of the router)6. Connect Output 2 on the Panacea Audio to AES Bus B 1 on the AES Input

connector of the MKA-3901. This can be done in one of two following ways.• Direct connect • ICONM-BO-VAB or INCONM-BO-VAC breakout module connect

(depending on the type of the router)7. For systems using multiple audio routers, repeat steps 4 to 6 for each router,

incrementing the bus number for each additional router (for example, a second audio router would connect to AES Bus A 2 and AES Bus B 2 on the MKA-3901).

8. Connect your station reference as shown in Figure 1-53 on page 58.9. Connect the Panacea routers together using the X-Y connection as shown in

Figure 1-53.10. Terminate the unused X-Y BNC connectors on the Panacea routers.11. Connect the serial port of the Panacea router to Serial Port E in the Multi

Function I/O connector on the MKE-3901. This can be done in one of the two following ways.• Direct connection • CONM-BO-V breakout module connection





14. On the MKE-3901 back module, Squeeze Bkgd can be supplied by an external router.



2. Configure the MKE-3901 Module1. Set the IP address on the card edge of the MKE-3901 module by following

these steps:a. Press the left (Esc) button until the message MKE3901 appears on the

VFD display.b. Press the right (Enter) button.c. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until Status

is highlighted.d. Press the right (Enter) button.e. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until Other

is highlighted.f. Press the right (Enter) button.g. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to scroll through the parameter list until

IP_Address is highlighted.h. Press the right (Enter) button.i. Continue pressing the right (Enter) button until the cursor is under the

digit you want to change.j. Use the toggle switch (Nav) to change the digit.k. Press the right (Enter) button to move to the next digit.l. Repeat the previous three steps until you have changed the IP address.m. Press the right (Enter) button until the cursor is under the space at the end

of the IP address.n. Press the left (Esc) button to accept the change.

2. Make IP address changes to the MKE-3901 module as necessary (see the IconMaster Configuration Utility Software Reference Guide for information on IP addresses).

3. Using the IconMaster configuration utility software, set the MKE-3901 reference mode to Composite or Tri-Level as required.

4. Using the IconMaster configuration utility software, set up the External Routing Configuration for your system.




Initializing IconMasterOnce you have completed the system wiring, the following settings are required:• Network settings• Operating standard• System timing

Network SettingsThe default IP address will function correctly in a “one frame and one panel” configuration if both frame and panel are connected to the same switch that is not connected to a network server or router.If you have changed the IP address on the card edge of the MKE-3901 module, you must make the same change in the Network Dialog box in the IconMaster configuration utility software.To change the network settings of the IconMaster control panel, refer to the Panel Network Configuration dialog box in the configuration software. Alternatively, you can change the IP address of the IconMaster control panel on the panel itself. To do this, follow these steps described in “Navigating the Service Menu” on page 103.

Operating StandardTo change the operating standard, refer to the Genlock dialog box in the configuration software.

System TimingUse the Genlock dialog box in the configuration software to make changes to the IconMaster timing.



Sample System LayoutFigure 1-59 shows a sample system layout that includes a router, PC, Ethernet switch, and IconMaster system.

Figure 1-59. Sample System Layout

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Ethernet switch

IconMastercontrol panel

PC with:LogoCreatorContent EditorIconSetIconLogo Soft Panel

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FX squeezebackground

CG 2 (Key 2)CG 1



Customizing the PushbuttonsThe IconMaster control panel uses pushbuttons that you can customize. To customize a pushbutton, follow these steps:1. Remove the lens assembly by grasping the switch tightly and pulling the

lens off the switch. Once the lens assembly is released from the switch, the lens and pushbutton can be separated.

2. Remove the appropriate text film from the “Optional Control Panel Labels” plastic sheet included in this manual.

3. Separate the lens and the pushbutton and then place the text film inside the lens cap.

4. After aligning the notches in the lens with the tabs in the pushbutton, join the pieces together.

5. Firmly press the lens assembly onto the plunger by applying pressure from the top to the bottom until both are snapped together.

Figure 1-60. Removable Parts of a Pushbutton

NoteThere are no other switch replacement parts other than those described on this page.



Installing an Optional Fader BarWhen installed as an upgrade, the IconMaster fader bar must be inserted and mounted from underneath the Main Control Panel after the existing front plastic bezel is removed. There are three general stages to the installation: removing the bezel, installing the fader bar assembly, and assembling the handle.

1. Removing the BezelFollow these steps to remove the plastic bezel:1. Turn the Main Control Panel over on its face, and disconnect the power

supply.2. In the connector bay on the left side, remove the four screws that hold the

fader bar access cover in place (see Figure 1-61).

Figure 1-61. Removal of Access Cover

3. Inside the panel (as shown in Figure 1-62 on page 68), remove the two screws that secure the existing plastic bezel, retaining the screws for future use.

4. Turn the panel over, and then lift off the existing plastic bezel.

2. Installing the Fader Bar AssemblyFollow these steps to install the new fader bar assembly:1. On the front of the panel, position the new fader bar bezel over the fader bar

slot, ensuring that you align the two square holes with the up and down arrow LEDs.

Remove the four screws holding the access cover in place.



2. Turn the panel back over to reveal its underside, and then, using the original bezel screws, secure the new fader bar bezel (see Figure 1-62).

Figure 1-62. Securing the New Bezel

CAUTIONDo not overtighten the fader bar mounting screws. A snug fit is sufficient.

Bezel screwsStandoffs for mounting fader bar assembly

Plastic power supply connector



3. Slide the fader bar arm through the slot, so that the assembly fits over the two standoffs (see Figure 1-63).

4. Mount the fader bar assembly onto the standoffs using the two provided screws.Ensure the connector cable side of the fader bar assembly is facing the shallow end of the control panel (nearest to the plastic power supply connector).

5. Remove the jumper located on the header next to the fader bar assembly.6. ttach the fader cable to the header connector.7. Reinstall the access cover, being careful to avoid pinching the cable.

Figure 1-63. Fader Bar Installation and Connection

CAUTIONThe locking cable connector will only fit one way. Do not force the connector if it does not snap into place easily.

Jumper removed; 3-pin connector attached Fader bar

assembly installed

Plastic power supply connectors

Rear of Main Control Panel (next to Audio Control Panel)

Wires facing front of Main Control Panel

Front of Main Control Panel



3. Assembling the HandleFollow these steps to assemble the fader bar handle:1. Turn the control panel right side up.2. Align the two opposing caps of the handle on the fader bar arm, and then

insert the provided screw and nut.3. Tighten the screw, and then snap on the two end caps.4. Reconnect the power supply.


Chapter 2

MKE-3901, MKA-3901, and MGI-3901Configuration

OverviewThis chapter describes the configuration and use of the MKE-3901, MKA-3901, and MGI-3901 modules in the IconMaster system.The following topics are covered:• “Setting Jumpers” on page 72• “Operator, All, and Tree View Parameter Lists” on page 79• “LEDs and Module Indicators” on page 80



Setting Jumpers

MKE-3901 Front ModuleThe MKE-3901 front module includes jumpers for Reference Input Termination, Serial 1 port and Serial 2 port standard, AES Audio-Over 1, AES Audio-Over 2, and Serial Port A (RS-232-A) format. Table 2-1 on page 75 shows the different jumpers and their settings. The location of these jumpers is shown in Figures 2-1, 2-2, and 2-3. There are no jumpers on the MKA-3901.



Figure 2-1. Jumpers for Serial Port Standard

Figure 2-2. Jumpers for Reference Input and AES Audio-Over

Jumper J18Jumper J17

Jumper J16

Jumper J22

Jumper J20



Figure 2-3. Jumpers for Serial Port A Format

Jumper J25

Jumper 26



NoteJumpers J20 and J22 on the MKE-3901 must be set to Balanced when the video breakout module is used. Similarly, jumpers J17 and J18 on the MKE-3901 must be set to the same standards as jumper packs A2 and A1, respectively Jumpers J25 and J26 on the MKE-3901 must be set to the RS-232 format.

Table 2-1. Jumper Settings

Function SettingsReference input termination

Serial port standard

Audio-over impedance

Serial port A (RS-232 format)

75Ω impedance

Hi-Z impedance

Jumper 16

Serial 2 RS-232

Serial 2 RS-422

Jumper 17

Serial 1 RS-232

Serial 1 RS-422

Jumper 18

AES A/O 1 balanced

AES A/O 1 unbalanced

Jumper 22

AES A/O 2 balanced

AES A/O 2 unbalanced

Jumper 20

Jumper 25

232

Jumper 26232



ICONM-BO-V Video ModuleThe ICONM-BO-V video breakout module includes two jumper packs and five jumpers. The jumper packs (A1 and A2) are used for setting the serial port standard (RS-232 or RS-422). The individual jumpers (J1, J2, J3, and J4) are used to set the impedance of AES Audio-Over 1 and Audio-Over 2. The orientation of the jumper pins in Figure 2-6 and Figure 2-7 matches the way you view them as you read the “J” labelling on the board.To set the jumper packs, and individual jumpers, follow these steps:1. Locate jumper packs A1 and A2 on the ICONM-BO-V module, as shown in

Figure 2-4.2. If necessary, extract the jumper packs, and then rotate them to match the

RS-232 or RS-422 setting as required. Figure 2-4 shows both serial ports in RS-422.

Figure 2-4. Jumper Packs on ICONM-BO-V (in RS-422 Mode)

NoteJumpers J20 and J22 on the MKE-3901 must be set to Balanced when the video breakout module is used. Similarly, jumpers J17 and J18 on the MKE-3901 must be set to the same standards as jumper packs A2 and A1, respectively.

Jumper packs A1 and A2

Jumpers J1, J4, J2, and J3



Figure 2-5. RS-232 and RS-422 Jumper Pack Configurations

3. Move jumpers J1 and J4 to set the A/O 1 (top BNC connector) to either Unbalanced or Balanced or (see Figure 2-6).

Figure 2-6. A/O 1 Jumpers

4. Move Jumpers J2 and J3 to set A/O 2 (bottom BNC connector) to either Unbalanced or Balanced or (see Figure 2-7).

Figure 2-7. A/O 2 Jumpers

RS-232 Configuration RS-422 Configuration

AES A/O 1 unbalanced AES A/O 1 balanced

J1 J4 J2 J3 J1 J4 J2 J3

AES A/O 2 unbalanced AES A/O 2 balanced

J1 J4 J2 J3 J1 J4 J2 J3



Navigating the MKE-3901 Operator and All ListsTo navigate, and then view or change a parameter from the Operator and All Lists, follow these steps:1. Open the front panel of the NEO frame.2. Press any card-edge control to turn on the VFD screen.

The message MKE3901 appears. If a previous user has left the display at a different parameter name, repeatedly press the Escape button until the message MKE3901 appears.

3. Push the Enter button.The name of the first parameter option in the list appears.

4. Push the Enter button again to access the options for the parameter displayed on the VFD screen.ORPress the Nav+/Nav- switch down repeatedly to view other parameters, and then press Enter to access an item’s parameter options.

5. Press the Nav+/Nav- switch up or down to scroll through the different selectable parameter options, and then press Enter to select the value you want.ORPress the Nav+/Nav- switch up or down to adjust the numeric parameter value, and then press Enter.

6. Close the front panel of the frame to ensure the cooling system continues to operate properly.

NoteAfter several seconds of inactivity, a scrolling message will appear, describing the purpose of the currently selected parameter.



Operator, All, and Tree View Parameter ListsThe MKE-3901 displays its parameters in an Operator List, All List, and Tree View. These parameters are visible only at the card-edge of the module. CCS software and control panels do not currently support IconMaster.The Operator and All Lists include the following parameters:• Unit_Name (read-only)• IP_Address• SW_Version (read-only)• SetupThe Tree View includes the following parameter structure:• Status

• Other• Unit_Name• IP_Address• SW_Version

• Setup

Setup Parameters You can modify the SETUP parameters to configure the card-edge controls for your personal needs. The structure of the Setup menu is as follows (default settings are indicated by asterisks):

Nav Mode (Navigation Mode)(Options: Oper List*, All List, Tree View)

SelPar Adj Mode (Selectable Parameter Adjust Mode)(Options: Immediate, Delayed*)

Brws Mode (Browse Mode)(Options: Param List, Param+Val*)

Scrl Mode (Scroll Mode)(Options: Wrap*, Don’t Wrap)

Disp Inten (Display Intensity)(Options: 100%, 50%*, 25%, 12%)

Param Desc (Parameter Description)(Options: Disabled, Enabled*)

About [RO]See your NEO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual for more information on Setup items.



LEDs and Module Indicators

MKE-3901Each MKE-3901 module has eight card-edge LEDs and four module indicators. The module indicators include Major Alarm and Minor Alarm. These alarms are not currently in use in the IconMaster system.Figure 2-8 illustrates the locations of the LEDs and standard module indicators on the MKE-3901 module. The meanings of the LEDs are described in Table 2-2. The meanings of the module indicators are described in Table 2-3.

Figure 2-8. MKE-3901Card-Edge LEDs

ModuleStatus

MinorAlarm

MajorAlarm Power

SW1

Nav +Nav -

EnterEsc

Lock

AO

1

AO

2

BC

G M

ix

Key

1

Key

2

Key

/MG

I

FTB

/FTS

LEDs

Escape button

Enter button

Nav+/Nav- switch (up/down)

Major alarm

Minor alarm

Power

Module status

Card extractor

Standard module indicators Local/Remote switch



MGI-3901The IconMaster logo inserter has two card-edge LEDs and four standard module indicators.

The module generates visible alarm signals to alert users of failures or impending failures. These alarm signals can be found in the following locations:• As red or yellow LEDs on the front module card-edge• As red or yellow LEDs on the 3901AIC Alarm Interconnect Module or the

3901RES-E Resource Module (visible via light pipes through the NEO frame’s front panel)

• As part of a list of activated alarms found in the MGI-3901 Setup menu

Table 2-2. MKE-3901 LED Descriptions

LED Number LED Name Color Meaning (When Lit)

D1 Lock Green The module is locked to the reference signal.

D2 AO 1 Green The Audio Over 1 function is on air.

D3 AO 2 Green The Audio Over 2 function is on air.

D4 BCG Mix Green A video background transition is in progress.

D5 Key 1 Green Key 1 is on air.

D6 Key 2 Green Key 2 is on air.

D7 Key/MGI Green The Key 3/MGI input is on air.

D8 FTB/FTS Green Video is black or audio is silent.

Table 2-3. MKE-3901 Module Indicator Descriptions

Module Indicator Color Meaning (When Lit)

Major Alarm Red (Not currently active)

Minor Alarm Yellow (Not currently active)

Power Green The module is receiving power.

Module Status Green The module is configured, loaded, and operational.

CAUTIONNever remove the compact flash card when the Compact Flash Card Active LED is on or flashing. Doing so may corrupt the files on the card.



Figure 2-9 on page 82 illustrates the locations of the LEDs and standard module indicators on the MKE-3901 module. The meanings of the LEDs are described in Table 2-4 on page 82. The meanings of the module indicators are described in Table 2-5 on page 83.

Figure 2-9. Card-Edge LEDs and Standard Module Indicators

ModuleStatus

MinorAlarm

MajorAlarm Power

SW1

Nav +Nav -

EnterEsc

Escape button

Enter button

Nav+/Nav- switch (up/down)

Major alarm

Minor alarm

Power

Module status

Card extractor

Standard module indicators Local/Remote switch

Compact flash card socket

LEDs

Ejector

Table 2-4. MGI-3901 LED Descriptions

LED Indicator Color Meaning (When Lit)ACT (Compact flash card active)

Amber The flash card is actively being written to or read from. To prevent corruption of the data, do not remove the flash card when this LED is lit.

MTD (Compact flash card mounted)

Green The flash card has been opened and the files recognized by the MGI-3901



NoteA frame’s active resource module provides additional LEDs that indicate conditions not included in these module-specific LEDs. See the card-edge of the resource module for these LEDs.

Table 2-5. MGI-3901 Module Indicator Descriptions

LED Indicator Color Meaning (When Illuminated)Major Alarm Red There is a problem with the card that will stop the

product functioning correctly

Minor Alarm Amber There is a minor problem with the card that may reduce the functionality of the product

Power Green The card is receiving power

Module Status Green The module is configured, loaded and operating correctly


Chapter 3

Control Panel Operation

OverviewThe IconMaster control panel package includes a 6RU main control panel. The base panel provides full control of the IconMaster system and is intended for use in mostly automated or simplified live environments. The optional 2RU audio control panel adds greater flexibility of control in more demanding live or fully manual environments.Within the base main control panel, there are 6 clusters of buttons that control the IconMaster system. This chapter explains the use and function provided by each of the 6 clusters. Additionally, the use and function of the optional audio control panel panel is described in this chapter.The following topics are included:• “Getting Started” on page 86• “Main Control Panel” on page 86• “Configurable Transition Functions” on page 94• “Breakaway Options” on page 98• “Control Cluster” on page 101• “Navigating the Service Menu” on page 103• “Navigating the Keyer Control” on page 104• “Navigating the Transition Control” on page 106• “Navigating the Audio Control” on page 107• “Navigating the Effects Control” on page 110• “Navigating the Quick Selects Control” on page 110• “Configurable Cluster 1 and 2” on page 111• “Using Effects” on page 112• “Optional Audio Control Panel” on page 114


Chapter 3: Control Panel Operation

Getting StartedThe operation of the IconMaster system involves the Main Control Panel and the optional Audio Control Panel. You will need to configure your IconMaster system before you are able to operate the control panels. The configuration of the IconMaster system is performed using IconMaster software on a PC. To configure the system using IconMaster configuration utility software, see the IconMaster Configuration Utility Software Reference Guide.

Main Control Panel

Figure 3-1. Primary Busses on the Main Control Panel

At the center of the Main Control Panel, there are three primary busses:• Aux Preview — This bus typically used to monitor VTR and server sources,

monitor feeds, etc. It is an independent external 12×1 router control.• Program — This is the on-air bus for output signals of video and audio.

Transition controlsConfigurable Transition functions

PGM (Program) bus

PST (Preset) bus

Aux Preview bus

Configurable cluster 1 Control cluster Configurable cluster 2



• Preset — This selects a video and/or audio input that will be placed on-air during the next transition.

Each of the 3 primary busses share 12 LCD character input source display windows (located between the Program bus and Preset bus). The display windows show the name of the source currently assigned to each of the inputs. You can change source names using the Panel Configuration dialog box of the IconMaster configuration utility software.To select a new input source on any of the 3 primary busses, select the corresponding button from the desired primary input bus. The button tally will illuminate to confirm the selection.Selections on the Program bus automatically perform a Preset/Take operation. This action guarantees that any switching disturbances are not visible “on air.” The Preset bus returns to its original source after the action is performed, and the Preset output of the switcher momentarily shows the selection of the Preset input. Operationally, no feedback is shown to the end user and the action taken is transparent to the operator.

Making TransitionsA transition is a change from one picture and/or audio program output to another. The different types are described in Table 3-1.

The Transition Control cluster (located at the lower right corner of the control panel) consists of 12 buttons that determine the state of the program output upon execution of a transition. The fader bar is also part of this cluster. The Transition Control buttons (Figure 3-2 on page 88) include the following:• Keys 1 and 2 (external keys)• Keys 3 through 6 (internal keys)• Audio-over 1 and Audio-over 2• Background• Program/Preset• Preroll/Take

Table 3-1. Transition Types

Transition DescriptionBackground Transition A change in video and/or audio source selection that forms a

background scene into which a key or audio-over may be inserted

Key Transition An electronic signal used to turn on or off one, or up to all six available keyers

Audio-Over Transition An audio signal used to superimpose over a second signal using one or both of the available audio-overs



Using the Take ButtonSelecting the Take button causes the next transition to start immediately. The type and rate of the transition are pre-selected in the Transition dialog box of the IconMaster configuration utility software. If one of the transitions (Key, Over, or BKGD), is not selected on the control panel, pressing Take will have no effect. If a transition is already in progress, pressing Take a second time will abort the transition.

Figure 3-2. Transition Control

Using the Preroll ButtonThe Preroll button operates in a way that is similar to the Take button, except that it prerolls the appropriate play machine using GPO (GPI outputs) or Serial as a control type. To activate the preroll function, you must enable the Preroll option for the selected input source on the Preset bus. Both the preroll and the preroll duration are set using the IconMaster configuration utility software.When a source is configured for preroll operation on the control panel, press the Preroll button to actuate a machine start and a timer. The timer counts down for the preroll time prior to the transition. Like the Take button, if Preroll is pressed a second time during a transition already in progress, the transition is aborted. If the Preroll button is selected a second time during a preroll count down period, the transition does not occur.

Over buttons 1 & 2

Key buttons 3 to 6

Key buttons 1 & 2

Background button

Program/Preset button



If the Take button is pressed during the preroll countdown period, the transition starts immediately. When the preroll function is assigned to a source selected on the Preset bus, the Preroll button tally illuminates to red.

Using the Fader BarFader Bar Operation

The fader bar provides a manual method of performing transitions. The type of the transition is pre-selected in the Transition cluster of the control panel. The rate of the transition is determined by the speed at which the fader bar is moved. For example, to manually control a cross-fade operation, you select the cross-fade transition, but instead of selecting a transition speed and pressing TAKE, you move the fader bar from one end to the other at any speed you want. Fader bar operations can be stopped mid-stream, or even reversed to the start. The fader bar can be moved back and forth through the transition.When the fader bar reaches either the top or the bottom end of its travel, the transition is complete, and another transition will begin if the fader is moved again. The fader bar can start transitions from either the top or the bottom position.

LED IndicatorsThe end stop LEDs are illuminated to indicate the direction of movement required to complete the transition, and may be in one of three possible states: both LEDs off, one LED on, or both LEDs on.

Table 3-2. LED State Indicators

Indicator DescriptionBoth LEDs OFF Both LEDs will be OFF when the fader bar is positioned

fully at either end and there is no manual transition is in progress.

One LED ON When a manual fader-controlled transition begins, a single LED is illuminated, indicating the direction to move the fader to complete the transition. Thus, a single fader bar direction LED will be ON when a manual fader transition has begun and the fader bar is not positioned fully at either end and the transition is under manual fader bar control (i.e., an auto-transition has not taken over from the manual transition).

Both LEDs ON If the fader bar is not positioned fully at either end, and no transition is in progress, then both fader bar direction LEDs will be illuminated. This condition can occur if a manual fader bar transition was completed with an auto-transition (TAKE). In this state, movement of the fader bar is ignored until the fader bar is moved to either end, and the LEDs are extinguished.



Manual Transitions and TAKE EventsIf a manual transition is in progress and a TAKE event occurs (either by pressing the TAKE button or via automation TAKE command), the transition in progress will be cancelled. Both fader LEDs will be illuminated, indicating the fader bar needs to be moved to either end before beginning another manual transition. If an auto-transition TAKE transition is in progress, the manual transition fader bar will be ignored until the auto-transition is complete.



Next TransitionThe transition functions cluster (located directly above the Preroll and Take buttons) consists of nine buttons with eight LCD alphanumeric display windows. The buttons are labelled BKGD, Key 1, Key 2, Key 3, Key 4, Key 5, Key 6, Over 1, Over 2, and PGM/PST.

Figure 3-3. Transition Functions

The buttons in this cluster determine the type of transition (if any) that will occur when the Take button is selected. The transition can be a background transition, key transition, audio-over transition, or any combination of the three.



Using the BKGD ButtonThe BKGD button operates like a toggle button. When you select the BKGD button, the button tally illuminates, indicating that a background transition (from the Preset bus to the Program bus) will occur when you select Take or Preroll. When you press the BKGD button a second time, the background transition will be disabled on the next transition and the button tally is no longer illuminated. As a result, Program is displayed on Preset.

Using the Key 1 to Key 6 ButtonsA key makes it possible to cut a hole in the program input and replace it with a separate key fill of the same size. The key source and attributes can be set using the Control Cluster (see page 101).Transitioning the keys is accomplished using the Transition Control Cluster (see page 106).You can change the key priority by using the IconMaster configuration utility software. Each keyer has an input source display window. The display window can be programmed using the IconMaster configuration utility software to indicate the source ID, and it illuminates red when the keyer is on-air.The Key buttons operate like toggle buttons. When you press a Key button, its tally illuminates, indicating that a keyer transition (from the Preset bus to the Program bus) will occur when Take is selected. Once the transition is taken, the Input source display tallies red to indicate that the keyer is on-air.To take a keyer off-air, press the on-air Key button. If the Key button tally is already illuminated, selecting the Take button will take the key off-air. If the Key button tally is not illuminated, the Take button will have no effect when you press it.

Using the A/O 1 and A/O 2 ButtonsAn audio-over allows you to reduce the level of the audio on the program channel and mix a separate audio channel on top. The audio-over source and attributes can be set using the Control Cluster (see page 101). Transitioning the audio-over is accomplished using the Transition Control Cluster (see page 106). An input source display window is located above each audio-over button. The display window can be programmed using the IconMaster configuration utility software to indicate the source ID, and it illuminates red when the audio-over is on-air.The A/O buttons operate like toggle buttons. When you press an A/O button, its button tally illuminates, indicating that an audio-over transition (from the Preset bus to the Program bus) will occur when Take is selected. To take an audio-over off-air, press the on-air A/O button (its button tally will illuminate to reflect the selection). If the A/O button tally is already illuminated, press Take to take the A/O off-air. If the A/O button tally is not illuminated, pressing the Take button will have no effect.



Using the PGM/PST ButtonThe PGM/PST button operates like a toggle button. When you press the PGM/PST button, its tally illuminates, indicating that a key or audio-over can be switched “live to air.” When you press a key or audio-over button, it will immediately be put on or taken off the air. (This feature is not currently available.)

Aux PreviewUsing the Aux Preview button, you can assign control of any preconfigured Auxiliary busses.

Figure 3-4. Aux Preview Bus

Figure 3-4 shows the Aux LCD button and Aux bus. Auxiliary bus configuration is done using the IconMaster configuration utility software. When you press the LCD button, it cycles through the pre-configured destinations.

AUX



Configurable Transition Functions The Transition Functions cluster (located on the bottom row of the control panel to the left of the Transition Control cluster) consists of 12 buttons. In the default configuration, the Transition Functions cluster allows the selection of type and rate of a transition that is to occur upon activation of the next transition.This cluster is configurable using the IconMaster configuration utility software. Using the Primary Input dialog box, you can redefine the buttons from a list of available functions. In this way, you can customize the operation of the panel for optimum ease of use.

Figure 3-5. Configurable Transition Functions

The following are the default functions in this cluster, from left to right:• Hold• Slow• Medium• Fast• Cut• Audio• Video• FX• Take-fade• Fade-take• Fade-fade• Cross-fadeThe functions shown in Figure 3-5 are grouped as follows:• Hold

By pressing this button, you can stop the switcher from responding to Automation commands.

• Transition RateThe Slow, Med, Fast, and Cut buttons determine the rate of the transition.

• BreakawayThe Audio and Video buttons determine the split of the audio and video during a transition.



• Transition EffectsWith the FX button, you can select the type of effect of the transition.

• Transition TypeThe graphically illustrated cross-fade, fade-fade, fade-take, and take-fade buttons determine the type of transition. (See page 97 for more information about this cluster.)

• Machine Control TypeUsing the IconMaster configuration utility software, you can assign these optional transition controls to the buttons in the Transition Functions cluster of the Main Control Panel. The Cue, FF, Mark, Play, Rewind, and Stop buttons can control an external playback/record machine.

Hold ButtonBy pressing this button, you can stop the switcher from responding to Automation commands.

Figure 3-6. Hold Button

Transition Rate ButtonsOne of the transition rate buttons is always active. As with the Transition Type button, when you select a new transition rate, the previous selection is cancelled. The previous selection’s button tally will extinguish, and the new selection’s button tally will illuminate.

Figure 3-7. Transition Rate Buttons

You can change the duration of each of the rates by entering a different value in the Transition dialog box of IconMaster configuration utility software.

Breakaway ButtonsUsing the breakaway buttons (Figure 3-8), you can take a transition in which the audio and video signals do not automatically follow each other. (The audio and video signals are split.) See page 98. for more information on breakaway buttons.



Figure 3-8. Audio and Video Breakaway Buttons

Transition FX ButtonIf the FX button is selected (Figure 3-9), the FX button will illuminate, and the control cluster display in the upper centre of the control panel will show the currently selected effect.

Figure 3-9. FX Button

To scroll through the pre-configured effects, repeatedly press the FX button. The effects are displayed in the control cluster (Figure 3-10). Once an effect is selected, press the Take button to begin the transition. Alternatively, you can view and select the available effects by scrolling through a pre-configured list in the control cluster. See page 101 and page 112 for more information on the use of this feature.

Figure 3-10. Selecting Effects in the Control Cluster

Transition Type ButtonsOne of the transition type buttons (Figure 3-11) is always active. When you press a new transition type button, it cancels the previous selection (if no breakaways are assigned). The previous selection's button tally will extinguish and the new selection's button tally will illuminate.



Figure 3-11. Transition Type Buttons

• Take-Fade cuts the program off air, and then fades the preset up.• Fade-Take fades the transition down and then, when the program is off air,

cuts the preset up.• Fade-Fade or V-Fade fades the program down and then, when the program

is off air, fades the preset up• Cross-Fade fades the program down and at the same time fades the preset

up.

Take-Fade

Fade-Take Cross Fade

Fade-Fade



Breakaway OptionsThere are several types of breakaways possible using the Audio and Video buttons of the Configurable Transitions bus (see Table 3-3).

You can select a breakaway function by pressing either the Audio or Video breakaway button. The breakaway button is now illuminated. If you choose a transition type or make a selection on one of the two busses (Program or Preset) the breakaway button will extinguish. If you press Take on a transition, the transition starts according to the selected breakaway state and the button tally is extinguished.

When there is a married crosspoint (that is, no breakaway), none of the Breakaway buttons will illuminate. Once you use a breakaway button, the corresponding button tally will illuminate to reflect the selected breakaway status. A breakaway is indicated when the audio source button is lit green, while the video source button is lit in an amber color.Table 3-4 shows the different conditions under which the tallies are illuminated.

Source BreakawayNormally, the audio source selection follows the video source selection, but in some cases it may be desirable to split the two selections. You can use Source Breakaways on the Preset bus without any difficulty. However, this procedure is not recommended on the Program bus. The Program bus indicates sources that are currently on-air and any breakaway selected while a program is on-air will be transmitted immediately.

Table 3-3. Breakaway Options

Option DescriptionSource Breakaway Allows the user to breakaway an input source on the

Program or Preset bus

Transition Type Breakaway Allows the user to select a different transition type between the video and audio signals

Transition Take Breakaway Allows the user to take video only, or audio only transitions.

NoteAudio breakaways cannot be assigned directly using the Program bus.

Table 3-4. Breakaway Button Tally Indicators

Button Selected Video Button Tally Audio Button TallyVideo and audio Off Off

Video only Fully bright Off

Audio Off Fully bright

NoteSource breakaways are not available for embedded audio sources.



Breakaway Using Discrete AudioTo select a video source breakaway on the Preset bus, follow these steps:1. From the Breakaway cluster, press the Video button.

The button illuminates.2. Select the desired video source on the Preset bus.

When the selection is complete, the newly selected video source button (Preset bus) tally will illuminate (fully bright) and the original source button (now the audio only source) will illuminate green.

To select an audio source breakaway on the Preset bus, follow these steps:1. From the Breakaway cluster, press the Audio button.

The button will illuminate to reflect the selection.2. Select the desired audio source on the Preset bus.

When the selection is complete, the newly selected audio source button (Preset bus) tally will illuminate green and the original source button (now the video only source) will illuminate fully bright.

Transition Type BreakawayNormally, both the audio and video signals follow the same transition type. However, in some cases it may be desirable to assign a different transition type for each signal. A transition type breakaway is not automatically cancelled at the end of a transition.To select a transition type breakaway on the Preset bus, follow these steps:1. Press the Video or Audio breakaway buttons.2. Select the desired transition type from the Transition Functions cluster.

When the selection is complete, the audio transition type will illuminate green, and the video transition type will illuminate fully bright.

Transition Take BreakawayNormally, the audio source selection follows the video source selection, but in some cases it may be desirable to perform video only or audio only transitions.A transition take breakaway makes it possible to have a video only transition, or an audio only transition. By selecting the Audio button on the Breakaway cluster, you will assign all audio signals to breakaway.To select a transition take breakaway (for example, a video only transition) follow these steps:1. Select the Video breakaway button (breakaway cluster). 2. Press the Take button (transition control cluster).



After a Transition Take breakaway has been taken, the appropriate Program bus buttons illuminate to reflect the breakaway, and the buttons on the Preset bus illuminate to reflect the next event (the buttons will illuminate to green to indicate the selected audio source and full brightness for the video source).To undo a Transition Take breakaway (continuing with the previous example):1. Select the Video breakaway button again.2. Press the Take button (Transition Control cluster).The Program and Preset bus button tally indicators will be restored to the status before the first breakaway transition.Follow the same steps to perform an audio only breakaway.

NoteWhen a breakaway of embedded sources has been transitioned to the program bus, the preset bus is not operational. To exit this mode, reselect the appropriate breakaway and then press Take, or select a source on the program bus.



Control ClusterThe control cluster is located in the center of the IconMaster Main Control Panel. It consists of two scroll knobs and four LCD buttons. Use this cluster to adjust parameters within the IconMaster system. The upper level menu items are displayed on the LCD buttons furthest to the left. Use the left scroll knob to navigate through the menu items. The upper level menus are as follows.• KEYER (Keyer Control)• TRANS (Transition Control)• AUDIO (Audio Control)• FX (Effects Control)• Q-SEL (Quick Selects)When one of the above menu items is highlighted, press the left scroll knob to display the next tier of options for that item on the LCD button that is furthest to the left. Use the left scroll knob to navigate through the new menu until the desired item is highlighted, and then press the left scroll knob to display the next tier of options for that item. Navigation is complete when parameters are displayed on any of the remaining LCD buttons. The display buttons that are furthest to the right indicate the parameter name on top with the parameter value or option below. You can change the parameter values and options by selecting the display button with the desired parameter (the LCD illuminates orange) and then adjusting the right scroll knob.At any time, you can return to the previous menu by pressing the LCD button that is furthest to the left, or you can return to the previous menu tier by pressing the left scroll knob.

ExampleThe following diagrams illustrate a typical example of adjusting gain on Key 1 using the Keyer Control.1. Using the left scroll knob, highlight KEYER from the upper level menu list

(Figure 3-12).

Figure 3-12. Keyer Highlighted



2. Depress the left scroll knob to select the keyer control.3. Using the left scroll knob, highlight KEY1 from the menu list

(Figure 3-13).

Figure 3-13. Key1 Highlighted

4. Depress the left scroll knob to select Keyer 1.5. Using the left scroll knob, highlight PROC from the menu list

(Figure 3-14).

Figure 3-14. Proc Highlighted

6. Depress the left scroll knob to select PROC.7. Depress the LCD button displayed as GAIN.

The button background color will change to orange to indicate it is currently active (Figure 3-15).

Figure 3-15. Gain Selected

8. Rotate the right scroll knob to adjust the gain value.



Navigating the Service MenuThe Service Menu makes it possible to verify the version of the control panel software being used, and change the IP Address of the control panel. To enter the Service Menu, press the four Control Cluster LCDs simultaneously.The following parameters appear in the Service Menu:• PNL S/W—a read-only display of the current version of the control panel

software.• PNL IP ADDR—a user configurable display of the control panel’s IP

Address To change the IP Address, select the LCB button, then use the right scroll knob to change the number on that button.

• PUSH EXIT—an option that returns you to the main control cluster menu



Navigating the Keyer ControlThe Keyer Control makes it possible to adjust the parameters of each key separately. To enter the Keyer Control Menu, select KEYER from the upper level menu list in the Control Cluster.KEY #1 to 2

Select the Key you want to change from the next menu tier. Once the key is selected, the following selections are available:

PROC (Process) allows the adjustment of the key processing parameters.TRSP (0% to 100%) refers to the amount of transparency of

the resulting keyed signal. One hundred percent transparency means the key is fully “on”, while zero transparency means the key is fully “off”.

GAIN (0 to 16) refers to the gain applied to the key signal (after the application of the clip/offset value).

CLIP (0 to 896) refers to the clip or offset value, which is subtracted from the key signal input.

TYPE allows the modification of the key attributes.POLAR refers to the polarity of the key.

NORM (Normal) means the key is used without modification.

INVE (Invert) means the key is inverted.TYPE determines the type of the key.

SELF forces the luminance channel of the fill input signal to generate the key instead of using an external key input signal to cut it.

EXT (External) causes an external key input signal to cut the hole and a separate fill input signal to be inserted into the shape cut by the key input signal.

ADD (Additive) means the fill is inserted without processing. Note: the fill must have a black background.

FILL determines the type of the fill.MATT (Matte) causes a key effect in which the inserted fill

input signal is created by a local matte (a solid color signal that may be adjusted for chrominance, hue, and luminance) generator.

LUM (Luminance) (0% to100%) refers to the value of the matte luminance (brightness) signal.

SAT (Saturation) (0% to 100%) refers to the value of the matte chrominance (saturation) signal.

HUE (0 to 359) refers to the value of the chrominance phase.

EXT causes an external fill input signal is inserted into the shape cut by the key input signal.



EXIT goes back to the previous menu.KEY #3 to 6

Select the Key you want to change from the next menu tier. Once the key is selected, the following selections are available:

PROC (Process) allows the adjustment of the key processing parame-ters.TRSP (0% to 100%) refers to the amount of transparency of

the resulting keyed signal. One hundred percent transparency means the key is fully “on”, while zero transparency means the key is fully “off”.

GAIN (0 to 16) refers to the gain applied to the key signal (after the application of the clip/offset value).

CLIP (0 to 896) refers to the clip or offset value, which is subtracted from the key signal input.

LOGO allows you to assign a pre-loaded logo to the key. Logos are downloaded or created using LogoCreator, or natively on Icon-Logo, using the IconLogo soft panel.

EXIT goes back to the previous menu.

CAUTIONOn power up, the Key functions for Keys 3 to 6 are not available until all of the IconLogo logos have been loaded from the compact flash card to the online memory. Selecting a key during this time will have no effect. Once all logos have been loaded, the key functionality will return to normal operation.



Navigating the Transition ControlWith the Transition Control, you can select a transition rate. To enter the Transition Control Menu, select TRANS from the upper level menu list in the Control Cluster.Once TRANS is selected, the following selections are available.• SLOW selects the slow transition rate and cancels the previous selection.• MED selects the medium transition rate and cancels the previous selection.• FAST selects the fast transition rate and cancels the previous selection.• CUT selects the cut transition rate and cancels the previous selection.If the transition rates are assigned to the buttons in the Transition Cluster of the Control Panel, then the previous transition's button will extinguish and the new transition's button will illuminate



Navigating the Audio ControlUsing the Audio Control, you can adjust the parameters of the current PST selected audio input. To enter the Audio Control Menu, select AUDIO from the upper level menu list in the Control Cluster. Once AUDIO is selected, the following selections are available.INPUT allows you to access processing functions for primary audio inputs.

AESAES 1 to AES 8 applies the selection to an AES pair.Reset menu

Gain resets the gain of the selected AES pair.Proc resets the processing of the selected AES pair.All resets both the gain and processing of the selected

AES pair.Proc menu

L-LR will assign the left channel to both the left and right channels for the selected AES pair. If this parameter is selected, the SUM and SWAP parameters cannot be used.

R-RL will assign the right channel to both the right and left channels for the selected AES pair. If this parameter is selected, the SUM and SWAP parameters cannot be used.

NO LR returns the selected AES pair to normal mode of operation.

SUM physically adds the left and right channels within the selected AES pair and divides the total by 2, maintaining a relative signal gain. The result of the sum is copied to both channels with the AES pair, turning the stereo pair into a monaural output. If this parameter is selected, the L-LR and R-RL parameters cannot be used.

SWAP swaps the left and right channels with the selected AES pair. If this parameter is selected, the L-LR and R-RL parameters cannot be used.

MonoCH1 to CH16 applies the selection to an individual channel

within an AES pair.Rev inverts the audio phase at the input channel.Gain allows the adjustment of the audio source level.EXIT goes back to the previous menu.


NoteIt is recommended that these functions not be used to modify a source on-air.



A/O 1 allows you to access the processing functions for the Audio Over 1 input.Input

CH1 to CH2Rev inverts the audio phase at the AES input.EXIT goes back to the previous menu.

OutputAES

AES 1 to AES 8 applies the selection to an AES pair.Reset menu

Gain resets the gain of the selected AES pair.Proc resets the processing of the selected AES

pair.All resets both the gain and processing of the

pair.Proc menu

L-LR will assign the left channel to both the left and right channels for the selected AES pair. If this parameter is selected, the SUM and SWAP parameters cannot be used.

R-RL will assign the right channel to both the right and left channels for the selected AES pair. If this parameter is selected, the SUM and SWAP parameters cannot be used.


SUM physically adds the left and right channels within the selected AES pair and divides the total by 2, maintaining a relative signal gain. The result of the sum is copied to both channels with the AES pair, turning the stereo pair into a monaural output. If this parameter is selected, the L-LR and R-RL parameters cannot be used.

SWAP swaps the left and right channels with the selected AES pair. If this parameter is selected, the L-LR and R-RL parameters cannot be used.

MonoCH1 to CH16 applies the selection to an individual

channel within an AES pair.Gain allows the adjustment of the audio source level.EXIT goes back to the previous menu.




A/O 2 allows you to access processing functions for the Audio Over 2 input.Input

CH1 to CH2Rev inverts the audio phase at the AES input.

EXIT goes back to the previous menu.Output

AESAES 1 to AES 8 applies the selection to an AES pair.Reset menu

Gain resets the gain of the selected AES pair.Proc resets the processing of the selected AES

pair.All resets both the gain and processing of the

pair.Proc menu

L-LR assigns the left channel to both the left and right channels for the selected AES pair.

R-RL assigns the right channel to both the right and left channels for the selected AES pair.


SUM physically adds the left and right channels within the selected AES pair and divides the total by 2, maintaining a relative signal gain. The result of the sum is copied to both channels with the AES pair, turning the stereo pair into a monaural output.

SWAP swaps the left and right channels with the selected AES pair.

MonoCH1 to CH16 applies the selection to an individual

channel within an AES pair.Gain allows the adjustment of the audio source level.

EXIT goes back to the previous menu.EXIT goes back to the previous menu.

AO rat (0% to 100%) allows you to adjust the proportions of the audio over and background for each of the audio overs separately. The ratio setting of 0 means that the selected program background source is fully “on” and the audio over source contributes nothing to the actual output. Alternatively, the ratio setting of 100 means that the selected program background source is fully “off” and the audio over source contributes everything to the actual output.Exit takes you back to the previous menu.

NoteEach audio over stage has its own ratio although the ratio is common for all channels within the specific audio over.



Navigating the Effects ControlUsing the Effects Control, you can select a effect previously created in the IconMaster configuration utility software. To enter the Effects Control Menu, select FX from the upper level menu list in the Control Cluster.Once FX is selected, the list of available effects will be displayed on the rightmost LCD button. Use the right scroll knob to select an effect.

Navigating the Quick Selects ControlThe Quick Select Control allows you to store or recall a combination of functions (transitions, audio overs, or keyers). The functions are selectable in the IconMaster configuration utility software. To enter the Quick Select Control Menu, select Q-SEL from the upper level menu list in the Control Cluster.Once Q-SEL is selected, the following selections are available:

RECAL allows a previously set quick select to be recalled.SET allows the combination of functions selected in the IconMaster

configuration utility software to be saved in their current state.

NoteQuick Selects are not available if an effect transition is in progress. Quick Selects will become available when the effect transition is complete.



Configurable Cluster 1 and 2Located on the upper left and right side of the Main Control Panel are two clusters, each consisting of four buttons with LCD displays. These buttons are fully configurable, using the Panel Configuration dialog box in IconMaster utility. Table 3-5 lists the assignable functions with their appropriate actions.

Table 3-5. Configurable Cluster Options

Display Function OperationFTB Fade to Black Selecting the FTB LCD button causes the video program outputs to

immediately fade to black. If the transition is already in progress, pressing the FTB LCD button a second time will abort the transition. When the fade to black function is active (video is faded to black), the FTB LCD button illuminates orange until the FTB LCD button is pressed again. The FTB LCD button can be configured to fade the audio to silence at the same time as fading the video to black. This configuration is done using the Transitions dialog box in the IconMaster configuration utility software.

SIL Fade to Silence Selecting the SIL LCD button causes the audio program outputs to immediately fade to silence. If the transition is already in progress, pressing the SIL LCD button a second time will abort the transition. When the fade to silence function is active (audio is in silence), the SIL LCD button illuminates orange until the SIL LCD button is pressed again.

QS1 to QS4 Quick Select Selecting one of the Quick Select LCD buttons causes the recall of the previously stored combination of function attributes.

GPO1 to GPO7 GPI Output Control Selecting one of the GPO LCD buttons causes the trigger of the GPO that was assigned using the IconMaster configuration utility software.

CH1 to CH6(Note: The LCD display will show the host name assigned in the Network Config dialog box.)

Frame Select Selecting one of the CH LCD buttons changes the IconMaster system that is being controlled by the IconMaster Control Panel.Selecting a Primary FrameThe LCD button of the primary frame will be illuminated red. The other frames are illuminated green. To change the primary frame, press the appropriate LCD button. The newly selected LCD will illuminate red to indicate it is now the primary frame. All other frames will illuminate green.Selecting a Secondary FramePress the currently selected primary frame LCD button. The display will change to PRI, indicating it is the primary frame. If you select any other frame while in this mode, it will be assigned as the secondary frame and it will illuminate orange. Pressing the secondary LCD button again will cancel the selection.



Using EffectsThe FX button is located in the Transition Functions cluster at the bottom of the control panel (Figure 3-16).

Figure 3-16. Effects Button Location

These effects are set up and named in the Effects dialog box of the IconMaster utility. You can create and store up to 16 different effects complete with sequences in the utility.In a two-channel effect, Channel B can be configured for Preview operation or PST squeeze. In the Preview mode, the Preset output will always show the upcoming segment of the selected effect. In the PST mode, the second channel squeezes back the PST bus output and offers a fully independent two-channel squeeze effort. Preview is not allowed in this operational mode.

To select an effect that you have already created in the Effects dialog box, follow these steps:1. Press the FX button (within the Transition Functions).

The effect name will be displayed in the control cluster in the upper center of the control panel.

2. Continue pressing the FX button to scroll through the pre-configured effects until you have selected the effect you need.If there is no squeeze background (that is, the Squeeze Bkgd input on the MKE-3901 is not connected), Non-Sync will be displayed in the control cluster display next to the effect name.For the effect to be performed, the Background transition must be selected.

To set the transition rate for your effect, follow these steps:1. Select the effect, as described above.2. Press the Slow, Med, or Fast button in the Transition Functions cluster.

When an Effect transition is selected, all other lights for transition types are extinguished.

Effects button

NoteIf Channel “B” is the background source for an effect, a “flash” may result, because you are trying to use the “B” channel as both the background and a squeeze source at the same time. You should only use this type of operation in a single channel environment while using the Squeeze Background “C.”



To run the effect you have created, follow these steps:1. Select the effect, as described above.2. Set the transition rate.3. Press the Take button in the Transition Control cluster.

Each press of the Take button will run a segment of the effect. When the last segment has been run, the lamp in the Effects button will go out.

To cancel an effect that you have created, press the Take button while the effect is transitioning.

Standard TransitionsIf another transition type, such as V-Fade, is selected while in the middle stage(s) of an effect, selecting Take will transition the entire effect off to a full frame “B” preset source.If you select the FX button while an event is active, the control display in the centre top of the panel will display the word Locked for several seconds. This means that the selection of a new effect is not possible because another one is already in progress.

Keys and Audio-Overs During an Effects TransitionSelecting Keys 1 through 6 and A/O (audio-over) 1 and 2 is allowed during an Effects transition, even though no transition type is selected.



Optional Audio Control PanelThe Audio Control Panel (Figure 3-17) adds increased functionality to the Main Control Panel, providing quick audio gain control, program preset, monitor output, and audio-overs.

Figure 3-17. Audio Control Panel

One audio select button (1) and two audio-over select buttons (Over 1 and Over 2) are located on the left side of the Audio Control Panel (see Figure 3-18). Buttons 2, 3 and 4 are reserved for future use.

Figure 3-18. Audio Channel Controls (Left Side)

Audio Select button 1 allows you to adjust the gain for Audio Groups 1 to 4 as assigned in the IconMaster configuration utility software for both Program and Preset Output.The Over 1 and Over 2 buttons allow you to adjust the ratio for Audio Over 1 and Audio Over 2 on the Preset Output.



Turn the scroll knob located to the right of the display to change the gain for the displayed audio.This gain control is a relative control that adjusts individual channel gains that are ganged. The display indicates the increment or decrement as it is adjusted. Individual channel settings are performed under the Control cluster on the main panel. A total of ±6 dB of overall gain is available. Audio channels can be matched using the Control cluster and then this control can be used to adjust the matched channels simultaneously. Once an individual channel gain reaches a maximum of +6dB, Max will be displayed; or, with a minimum of -6 dB, Min will be displayed.As an example, a group may be a stereo pair or up to 6 pairs in a surround sound release as specified in the IconMaster configuration utility software. The associated scroll knob then adjusts the gain on all channels.The PST controls apply to the input currently selected on the Preset bus. These settings are stored with the source.The PGM controls apply to the input currently selected on the Program bus. These settings are stored with the source and replace any settings previously stored.The audio over ratios will be displayed in the PST section of the control panel.On the right of the panel, the Monitor Control cluster buttons select the group being output for monitoring. You can adjust the volume using the audio control knob in the center of the Monitoring Cluster. Monitor Control is only available on the discrete Monitor Output.As an example, a primary channel may be a stereo pair or up to 6 pairs in a surround sound release. The associated knob adjusts the gain on all channels assigned to the primary control. You can assign a second grouping to the second display, for example, as SAP, single, or multiple channels.A third grouping can be assigned to the third display, using for example, Descriptive Video. The Preset controls apply to the input currently selected on the PST bus. The settings for this input are stored with the source.The PGM controls apply to the input currently selected on the PGM bus. These settings are stored with source and replace any setting previously stored.The fourth display is dedicated to A/O control and allows for ratio control. Depressing the switch on the rotary knob toggles between A/O 1 and 2.On the right of the panel, the Monitor Control cluster buttons select the group being output for monitor control. The monitor output is only available with the discrete audio option. Using the Monitor output, you can adjust the audio volume using the Volume knob in the center of the monitoring buttons cluster.



Figure 3-19. Monitor Control Cluster

PST and PGM Monitoring Control LocationsFigure 3-20 shows the locations of the different controls for monitoring PST and PGM.

Figure 3-20. PST and PGM Monitoring Control Locations

PST A PST B

PST C PST D

PGM A PGM B

PGM C PGM D

PST Section PGM Section


Section 2—IconLogo ComponentsThis section contains the following topics:• “Introduction to IconLogo” on page 119• “LogoCreator Software Application” on page 127• “Content Editor Software Application” on page 143• “IconLogo SoftPanel Software Application” on page 209• “Logo Creation” on page 151• “IconLogo Operation” on page 213• “Specifications” on page 231The content contained in this section describes the components of the IconLogo system when integrated with the IconMaster stem.


Chapter 4

Introduction to IconLogo

OverviewThis chapter covers the following topics:• “Introduction” on page 120• “Features” on page 121• “Logo Creation and Transfer” on page 124• “IconLogo System Overview” on page 125• “Connecting an IconMaster to an EAS Device” on page 126See the FR-3901 and FR-3903 Installation and Operation Manual for information about NEO frames. The frame manual includes information about these items:• General information about module unpacking, installation, removal,

navigation, configuration, and setup• Card-edge screen savers• State recovery parameters• Fan modules• Resource modules• Alarm interconnect modules• Power supplies• Genesis adapters• Servicing instructions

NoteInstallation, configuration, and setup information is included in the NEO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual. If your current NEO frame manual is Edition A, B, C, or D, you will need to down-load an updated version from www.leitch.com.



Chapter 4: Introduction to IconLogo

IntroductionThe IconMaster incorporates an IconLogo graphics engine to offer a complete master control solution with embedded branding. The branding engine allows for static, animations, clocks, and crawls under the transition control of IconMaster. Logos can be previewed on the PST output before they are taken to air. Animations are set to automatically run on a take transition from the IconMaster. Logo selection from the IconMaster panel is via the Logo menu available on Keys 3 through 6. Selecting the Logo menu on Keys 3 through 6 allows the user to scroll through a list of available logos. The display window for Logo selection displays the first five characters of the logo name. Depressing the right-most scroll knob selects the logo to the Keyer.A complete set of branding soft tools is supplied with IconMaster.

IconLogo Soft PanelThe soft panel allows for logo management, creation, and parametric changes. Logos can be viewed and selected to layers using the soft panel, but direct transitions are NOT allowed from the IconLogo panel. Transitions of logos are accomplished using Key 3 through 6 selections on the IconMaster. Optionally, the IconLogo hardware panel can be purchased and used, offering the same functionality as the soft panel.

Content EditorThe Content Editor supplies both static and dynamic data for crawls. See Chapter 6: “Content Editor Software Application” for more information about this application.

LogoCreatorThe LogoCreator application makes it possible for you to create static and animated logos offline. This is the recommended process for logo creation, as logos are pre-rendered and require less time to load. Logos can be loaded directly into both the near-line and on-line storage, ready for use with the IconMaster keys. See Chapter 5: “LogoCreator Software Application” for more information about this application.

NoteLogo time lines, independent transition control, and audio playback are not supported in this release. Not all features of the IconLogo product apply to the IconMaster. Parameters that do not apply are noted accordingly.

NoteIf a key layer is on-air, any changes made to that layer are applied instantly.



FeaturesIconLogo can have up to 999 logos available for instant access at all times after power-up. Each of these logos may be one of the following types:• Static logo• Animation • Analog clock• Digital clock • Quick select• Text crawl and titling (including EAS and Amber Alerts)

Logo FeaturesIconLogo loads all graphics and audio files in their native formats. Any conversion required is performed either “on the fly” or off-line via the LogoCreator application. The graphics formats that may be used directly are as follows:• Leitch/Harris IconLogo format (*.mg2)• Targa (*.tga)• Tiff (*.tif, *.tiff)• Gif (*.gif) (not supported by LogoCreator)• PC Paintbrush format (*.pcx)

• Windows®1 Bitmap (*.bmp)• Silicon Graphics Image Format (*.sgi, *.rgb)• Portable Network Graphics (*.png)• Leitch LogoMotion (previous generation) logo format (*.mgi)• Portable Bitmap (*.pbm) (not supported by LogoCreator)• Portable GreyMap (*.pgm) (not supported by LogoCreator)• Portable PixelMap (*.ppm) (not supported by LogoCreator)• JPEG (*.jpg)• Quantel Video Paintbox format (*.vpb) (not supported by LogoCreator)

Animation FeaturesAnimations load their graphics from mg2, mgi or individual numbered files. In the last case, the files must have names which contain a number sequence like anim001.tga, anim002.tga, anim003.tga…, and must all be in the same directory.

1 “Windows” and “Microsoft” are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.



An animation may be an animated version of a typical on-air logo, which has both fill and key elements for overlaying a small portion of the video picture; or it may be a full-screen video clip with associated audio (e.g., a channel bug).

Analog Clock FeaturesAnalog clocks consist of three separate graphics elements (four, if a moving seconds hand is required), each of which is effectively a logo that consists of both fill and key elements. The graphic sources for these elements are selected from the Logo menu, in the same way as sources are selected for static logos and animations. The elements required for an analog clock are• Face graphic – a graphic showing the clock face• Hour hand graphic – Shown in the 12 o’clock position• Minute hand graphic – Shown in the 12 o’clock position• Second hand – Shown in the 12 o’clock positionThe rotation center for the hands and face may be altered at any time during setup. When they are first selected they are automatically set to be as follows:• For all hands:

• Horizontally – central • Vertically – 5% of the vertical height of the graphic from the bottom

• For the face:• Horizontally – central• Vertically – central

A time offset from a central time source can be set up for each clock logo.

Digital Clock FeaturesDigital clocks consist of a face graphic and a graphic containing the digits 0-9 and other characters required by the time and temperature display. Digital clocks have the following features:• Time with or without seconds• Time with temperature (in either order)• Temperature on its own• 12-hour or 24-hour time display• Variable font spacing• Variable separation between time and temperature• Adjustable positioning of characters on background• Centigrade or Fahrenheit display (with or without degree symbol)• Time offset from a central time source (offset can be set up for each logo)External inputs for time code (either LTC or DCF) provide synchronization for real time on-air clocks. An internally-generated time code may also be used.



Quick Select FeatureQuick select is essentially a macro logo. It allows you to trigger up to four logos (on four layers) simultaneously as a single logo. Quick selects can be created using the IconLogo soft panel.

Text Crawl and Titling FeaturesText can be either a static object or a crawling object. Text is entered through the keyboard. The text can consist of 1 to 12 independent sentences for Text Titling or 1 to 30 independent sentences for Text Crawl, with each sentence having its own fonts, spacing, color, and origin.

Logo StorageThe IconLogo supports the following two types of storage:• On Line Storage

On line storage is a volatile DDR DIMM used for logo playout. It is limited practically to 1 GB. The device can be ordered in different memory capacities and can be upgraded to a larger capacity later.

• Near Line StorageNear line storage is Compact Flash memory. Compact Flash cards can be purchased in capacities of up to 4 GB.

The advanced logo management feature allows you to load only logos you need into DDR, not all the logos stored in the near line storage device.

NoteUsing LogoCreator and MG2 logo format could significantly reduce memory utilization.

NoteIconLogo also supports the concept of virtual storages. They allow you to group logos using meaningful names like “evening news” and “morning news”.”



Logo Creation and Transfer

Logo CreationThe IconLogo supports two mechanisms for logo creation.• Internal conversion within the IconLogo unit

Internal logo creation involves the transfer of graphic files to the IconLogo via FTP, or the physical insertion of a Compact Flash card. This operation uses the IconLogo soft panel. Conversion to internal playout format happens on the fly every time the logo is loaded into DDR from local storage.

• Externally using LogoCreatorExternal logo creation uses the Windows-based GUI application, LogoCreator. It allows the creation of logos from fill and key graphic files and stores them as an mg2 logo file.

Logo TransferThe IconLogo supports several transfer mechanisms.• File Transfer Protocol (FTP)

FTP allows the transfer of graphic content from a PC to the device. It requires a third party FTP GUI application.

• Physical insertion of a Compact Flash memory cardPhysical transfer on a compact flash memory card requires a compact flash reader on a PC. It involves manual interactions for each transfer.

• Logo Transfer Protocol (LTP)LTP allows logo transfer using a Windows Explorer plugin developed by Leitch. Logos created using LogoCreator can be transferred directly to the MGI-3901.



IconLogo System Overview

Physical DescriptionThe MGI-3901-MB-FM board has these components:• System CPU• All graphics storage and processing • A compact flash socket (that contains a removable system disk) The IconLogo soft panel is connected to the IconMaster unit via a 100Base-T Ethernet network.

Remote Control ConnectionsIconLogo setup is performed using the IconLogo soft panel. The panel communicates with the IconLogo module over the 100Base-T Ethernet network via the RJ-45 connector on the rear connector module.

IconLogo Logos and File SystemIconLogo has a removable compact flash card running a standard MS-DOS®1 compatible file system as its system disk. IconLogo normally operates with the compact flash inserted, although normal operation is not affected if it is removed after power-up. This allows the compact flash to be removed from IconLogo and, using a PCMCIA or USB compact flash adapter, have graphics and audio sample files transferred directly from a PC.The IconLogo system configuration files are saved on the compact flash, so it must be in place whenever the system is powered up or when anything on the system is changed. Also, the default location for storage of logo files and the graphics and audio files associated with them is on the compact flash card. Again, the compact flash card must be in place whenever a change is made to any logo.

1 “MS-DOS” is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.



Connecting an IconMaster to an EAS DeviceThe federal Emergency Alert System (EAS) enables broadcasters, cable providers, and emergency managers to receive, store, forward, and originate emergency alert messages as required by the Federal Communications Commission. EAS allows broadcast stations, cable systems, participating satellite companies, and emergency managers, and other services to send and receive emergency information quickly and automatically, even if these facilities are unattended. Specially equipped devices decode EAS messages for distribution. The IconMaster can be connected directly to an EAS encoder/decoder or character generator, thus enabling you to insert emergency notification messages directly into the broadcast stream as a regular scrolling text crawl. An external EAS receiver is required to allow this feature to become operational. For details please contact Customer Service.

Communication ProtocolsThe IconLogo currently supports three communication protocols employed by EAS devices: TFT1, Sage2, and Gorman-Redlich (GR)3.

RS-232 ConnectionThe EAS device is connected to the RS-232-D port on the IconMaster ICONM-BO-V breakout module. See Table 1-7 on page 26 for pinout details. If the IconMaster ICONM-BO-V breakout module is not being used, the EAS device must be wired directly to the Multi-Function I/O connector on the MKE-3901-BM (see Figure 1-18 on page 17). Pins 57 (RS-232-D-RX) and 58 (RS-232-D-TX) are reserved for this purpose (see Table 1-1 on page 18). One ground connection from Table 1-1 is also required.

Configuring the EAS DeviceFor basic configurations and preparations please see the specific EAS device user manual. No additional special settings are needed to communicate with an IconMaster. The standard signal will be taken out from the EAS device’s serial port.

1 “TFT” is a trademark of TFT Inc., San Jose, California.2 “Sage” systems are products of Harris Corporation, Melbourne, Florida.3 Gorman-Redlich Manufacturing Co., Athens, Ohio.


Chapter 5

LogoCreator Software Application

Introducing LogoCreatorLogoCreator is a Windows-based software application for creating, viewing, and editing MG2 logo files. LogoCreator converts other graphic file formats to the MG2 file format and allows the user to configure and edit specific logo parameters.LogoCreator can also provide realistic preview and editing capabilities for existing logo files.The following topics are covered in this chapter:• “Installing the Software” on page 128• “Feature Definitions” on page 132• “LogoCreator Operation” on page 133


Chapter 5: LogoCreator Software Application

Installing the SoftwareYou must install certain required hardware and software before you can install and operate the LogoCreator software. See the following topics for details:• “Required Hardware” (below)• “Required Operating System and Third-Party Software” on page 129• “Installing LogoCreator Software” on page 130• “Installing LogoCreator Software” on page 130• “Removing LogoCreator Software” on page 131

Required HardwareInstall the LogoCreator software on a PC that meets or exceeds the following hardware requirements:• 500-MHz Pentium III processor• 512-MB SDRAM• 300-MB free disk space• 100BaseT network connection• 19-inch PC monitor, configured to show 1024×768 screen resolution with

small fonts

Configuring a PC for Best DisplayFor LogoCreator software to show clearly and appropriately on a PC monitor, set the Display Properties for the monitor to 1024×768 resolution. To configure a PC monitor for best display of LogoCreator software, complete these steps:1. Click Start, point to Settings, and click Control Panel. This opens the

Control Panel.2. Double-click the Display icon to show the Display Properties box.3. Select the Settings tab.



Figure 5-1. Settings Tab of the Display Properties Box

4. In the Desktop Area section, use the mouse to drag the pointer right or left between Less and More until “1024 by 768 pixels” appears under the pointer.

Figure 5-2. Desktop Area Section of the Display Properties Box

5. Click Advanced. Make sure that Normal size (96 dpi) font is selected.6. Click OK to close the Display Properties box.

Required Operating System and Third-Party SoftwareInstall the LogoCreator software only on a PC running Windows XP or 2000. LogoCreator is incompatible with Windows 95, 98, and NT. Microsoft Internet Explorer minimum version 5.0 is required.



Installing LogoCreator SoftwareLogoCreator uses the InstallShield®1 process, which supports new installations, reinstallations, and upgrades. To install the LogoCreator software, complete these steps:1. If an existing version of LogoCreator is installed on the PC, uninstall it, and

then restart the PC.2. Close all other applications running on the PC and insert the Installation CD

into the PC CD-ROM drive.3. Double click Setup.exe if the setup does not start automatically.4. When the Welcome box appears, click Next.5. When the Warning! box appears, click Next.6. When the Microsoft.NET framework box appears, follow the instructions,

and then click Next.7. When the Select Features box appears, click the + symbol from the

complete file list on the left side of the window (see Figure 5-3). This displays all of the software that can be installed. The default is to install all of the software.To deselect a specific software option, click the arrow to the left of the option and then select X from the menu (see Figure 5-4).To change the default installation locations, click the Browse button and then follow the instructions.

Figure 5-3. Select Features Box

1 InstallShield is a registered trademark and service mark of InstallShield Software Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.



Figure 5-4. Selecting or Deselecting a Feature

8. Click Next to continue, and then click Next to start the installation.9. Click Finish when the Setup Complete box appears.

Removing LogoCreator Software1. Go to the Windows Control Panel (Start > Settings > Control Panel), and

then select Add/Remove Programs. 2. Select IconSet from the list and follow the instructions provided on-screen.

CAUTIONIf you remove IconSet, you will also remove ContentEditor, IconLogo SoftPanel, and the IconMaster configuration utility.



Feature DefinitionsThere are two PC-based GUI applications • LogoCreator• LogoTransfer Utility

LogoCreator

Figure 5-5. LogoCreator Application

LogoTransfer UtilityLogoTransfer Utility is an explorer plug-in, which presents MGI devices as folders and allows for transfer of logos in MG2 file format to the device and also obtain information about existing logos from the device.

Figure 5-6. MGI Device Icon



LogoCreator OperationThere are three ways to launch LogoCreator:• Select the LogoCreator icon from the Start menu.

Figure 5-7. LogoCreator Icon at the Start Menu

• Double-click an existing mg2 file.• Right-click desktop and select NEW > Logo File.

Figure 5-8. New > Logo File Selection



LogoCreator MenuLogoCreator provides menu items to create new Static, Animation, and Quick Select Logos. (Analog and Digital Clocks are not currently supported)

Figure 5-9. LogoCreator File Menu

LogoCreator also provides a means with the view menu to alter the standard.

Figure 5-10. View Setting



Default and Animation ViewsWhen you launch the LogoCreator via the start menu, new menu, or File > New > Animation logo application menu, a default view will be displayed.

Figure 5-11. Default View

Table 5-1. Parameter Definitions

Control FunctionAdd Allows the ability to add image frames to the Logo

Remove Used to delete frames if more than one exists

Increment/Decrement Gives the ability to scroll through frames or use the edit box to specify a frame

LogoID Displays the ID of the Logo (1- 999). This value will automatically increment after every success save

Name Logo name

Position X, Y Allows for setting of the X-axis and Y-axis. (Preview image will only refresh if Logo is saved)

Size X,Y This is defined by the imported image and cannot be modified

Duration 1 frame = a Static logo. More than 1 frame is an Animation

Opacity Sets the opacity of the Logo

Key level lift, Gain Ses the Key Lift and Key Gain levels

Fade Rate Up, Down Sets the Fade Up and Fade Down rate



Creating an Animation Logo1. Click the Fill Browse button and select multiple fill images.

ORManually drag and drop the image onto the Fill image control, and click the add button to add more frames.

2. If the Fill image contains an embedded alpha image, there would be a prompt asking if you would like to use the alpha image as the key.

3. Or, you can click the Key browse button and select multiple key files. Drag and drop also applies for the Key image. Setting the same image for both the Fill and Key will create a Self-Key Logo.

4. Modify other parameters if necessary.5. Select File > Save or File > Save As to convert the images into an mg2 file.

Creating a Static Logo1. Select File > New > Static Logo.

ORFollow the same instructions for Creating an Animation Logo and create a one frame Logo.

Fill Browse button Allows for importing of one or more fill image(Image is previewed in the Fill image viewer and in the Large viewer if the Fill combo box is selected.)

Key Browse button Allows for importing of one or more key images(Image is previewed in the Key image viewer and in the Large viewer if the Key combo box is selected.)

Alpha Gives the ability to use an Alpha channel if the Fill image contains an embedded alpha image

Logo, Fill, and Key combo

Allows for a greater size preview of the Fill, and Key images(The Logo image can only be previewed after the image(s) are saved into an mg2 file.)

Table 5-1. Parameter Definitions (Continued)

Control Function



2. Insert images and save.

Figure 5-12. Static Logo

Creating a Quick Select Logo1. Populate the Logo IDs of valid logo residing in the IconMaster or 0 for none.2. Specify if the Logos are included and selected.3. Save.

Figure 5-13. Quick Select Logo



Importing an MGI LogoSelect File > Open, and then select the MGI file. You will then be prompted to save to an mg2 format.

Opening an Existing LogoThere are several ways to open an existing mg2 file:• Double-click an mg2 file icon.• Use the File > Open menu item.• Or, after saving a logo, the images will be converted into an mg2 file and

loaded into LogoCreator. After the mg2 file is opened you will be able to preview the Logo image and modify the parameters. There is also the ability to add frames to animation logos.

Transfer Plug-in OperationThe representation of the device is that of a folder. To create an MGIDevice folder on the Desktop, right-click the desktop, and then select New > New Device.To create an MGIDevice folder in an existing folder, use Windows Explorer to open the destination folder, and right-click in the folder. Then select New > New Device.

Figure 5-14. File > New > New Device Display



You will then be prompted with the folders properties dialog, which can also be viewed by right-clicking the MGIDevice folder.

Figure 5-15. MGIDevice Properties Window

Default parameters include the following:• User Name leitch• Password: LeitchAdmin• IP: 255.255.255.255Specify valid parameters of a specific IconMaster.

Viewing Logos within the DeviceDouble-click an MGIDevice folder or navigate to an MGIDevice folder with Windows Explorer.



A list will display all logos currently on the IconMaster.

Figure 5-16. Device Logos

Table 5-2 lists descriptions for the column labels shown on the Device Logos window.

Table 5-2. Device Logos Column Labels and Descriptions

Column DescriptionLogoID The Logo Id of the logo

Name Name of logo

Size Size of logo on the device

Type Type of logo (STATIC, ANIMATION, QUICK SELECT, ANALOG CLOCK, DIGITAL CLOCK, TEXT)



Transferring Logos to a Device1. Using Explorer or the desktop, select one or more mg2 files and drag and

drop to an MGIDevice folder. (MG2 files are the only supported file format for the transfer)

2. A Load To window will appear. It will allow you to transfer relevant information.

Figure 5-17. “Load To” Parameters Window

• Select the Near Line Storage type combo box. The combo will contain none, default storage, and any additional storage available on the IconMaster.

• Select the ON-LINE check box if you want the logo to be loaded to online storage.

• Select Use free slot ID if you wish to assign the logo with the next free slot ID on the IconMaster. Or, by default Use logo ID with assigns the slot number with the Logo ID of the file.

3. Select OK. A Progress will display the progress of the transfer.

NoteIf drag and drop occurs on the MGIDevice folder view, you may have to press F5 to refresh the view.


Chapter 6

Content Editor Software Application

OverviewContent Editor is a Windows-based software application that can access text from various sources for display as Text Crawl or Text Titling logos in the IconLogo system.The following topics are covered in this chapter:• “Installing the Software” on page 144• “Content Editor Operation” on page 146


Chapter 6: Content Editor Software Application

Installing the SoftwareYou must install certain required hardware and software before you can install and operate the Content Editor software. See the requirements for LogoCreator installation on page 128 for these specifications.

Required Third-Party SoftwareThe following additional third-party software is required:

• Microsoft .NET. When installing the Content Editor software, you will be prompted as to whether you want to install this application.When installing .NET, you will need to reboot the PC after installing the software.

Installing Content Editor SoftwareContent Editor uses the InstallShield process, which supports new installations, reinstallations, and upgrades. To install the Content Editor software, complete these steps:1. If an existing version of Content Editor is installed on the PC, uninstall it,

and then restart the PC.2. Close all other applications running on the PC and insert the Installation CD

into the PC CD-ROM drive.3. Double click Setup.exe if the setup does not start automatically.4. When the Welcome box appears, click Next.5. When the Warning! box appears, click Next.6. When the Microsoft.NET framework box appears, follow the instructions,


complete file list on the left side of the window (see Figure 6-1). This displays all of the software that can be installed. The default is to install all of the software.To change the default installation locations, click the Browse button and then follow the instructions.To deselect a specific software option, click the arrow to the left of the option and then select X from the menu (see Figure 6-2).

NoteIf you already have .NET installed on your PC, do not reinstall it.





8. Click Next to continue, and then click Next to start the installation.9. Click Finish when the Setup Complete box appears.

Removing Content Editor Software1. Go to the Windows Control Panel (Start > Settings > Control Panel), and

then select Add/Remove Programs.2. Select IconSet from the list and follow the instructions provided on screen.

CAUTIONIf you remove IconSet, you will also remove LogoCreator, IconLogo SoftPanel, and the IconMaster configuration utility.



Content Editor OperationRefer to the Content Editor manual included on the IconMaster Soft Tools CD.

Using the Font Utility1. To launch Content Editor, double click on the IconLogo Content Editor icon

found on your desktop, or click on Start > Program Leitch > IconSet > IconLogo Content Editor.

2. From the File menu, select Preferences to set the IP address, username, and password for your IconLogo system, as well as the output file location for your saved text. These preferences need to be set for both the Crawl Editor and the Title Editor. Alternate between the two by selecting the appropriate tab at the top left of the window. Crawl Editor and Title Editor can be set to communicate with separate IconLogo systems. See Figure 6-3 and Figure 6-4.

Figure 6-3. Content Editor Window

Figure 6-4. Content Editor Preferences Window



3. To launch Font Utility, select File > Font Utility from the Content Editor menu.

Figure 6-5. Font Utility Window

Creating FontsFollow these steps to create fonts:1. Select a font type using the Font list box option under the Font Attributes

header.2. Set the Style to Bold or Italics by selecting B or I, respectively.3. Set the height of the font by selecting the number appropriate number of

pixels in the Size list box. The number of pixels is limited to 60.IconLogo.

4. Adjust the width of the font by changing the value in the Aspect Ratio list box.

5. Adjust the font color using the Color list box.6. Enable the Shadow Attributes Apply Shadow button to adjust the

shadowing options.• The Offset feature adjusts the width in pixels of the shadow.• Transparency adjusts the visibility of the shadowing.



• Color changes the color of the shadowing.• Softness blends the shadowing to create sharp (Hard) or blended

(Soft) edges.• Angle changes the trajectory of the shadowing as indicated by the

buttons and the list box.7. Click Preview to view the font after the font is customized.8. Click Save.

See “Saving Fonts and Logos” on page 149. for more information.

Assigning LogosThe Font Utility allows you to assign a Logo to the ‘^’ character, which can then be inserted into the content of a Text Crawl or Text Title. Follow these steps to use this function:1. Click Retrieve Logo in the Logo area of the Window.2. Find the Logo file and then select it.

The Logo height is restricted to 60 pixels.3. Click Save.

See “Saving Fonts and Logos” on page 149. for more information.

NoteA logo must be saved with a font in order to operate correctly.



Saving Fonts and LogosAfter you click Save (as described on page 148) a new window appears (Figure 6-6).

Figure 6-6. Saving a Custom Font

To save a custom font, follow these steps:1. Select which font you want to overwrite using buttons Font 1, Font 2, or

Font 3.You can only save up to three fonts and logos. Custom fonts and logos will be overwritten when a new font is saved under one of these three font options.

2. Select Crawl Creator or Title Creator as the destination for uploading the font.

Using your Custom Fonts and Logos1. To use a custom font and logo, after saving the font, you need to reboot the

IconMaster system for the new font settings to take effect.2. The custom font and logo can be applied to any Text Crawl or Text Titling

logo. See page 123 for details.

NoteFonts and logos are saved together as one font and cannot be saved separately.


Chapter 7

Logo Creation

OverviewThis chapter describes how to create logos with IconLogo. The following topics are found in this chapter:• “What Makes a Logo?” on page 152• “Using the IconLogo Soft Panel to Create Logos” on page 154• “Navigating the Logo Menu” on page 158• “Navigating the File Menu” on page 187• “Navigating the Engineering Menu” on page 190


Chapter 7: Logo Creation

What Makes a Logo? In its most basic form, a logo consists of a single fill source and a single key source.• The fill is the picture or image you wish to overlay onto the program output.• The key is the cutout or shape of the desired logo, which may or may not be

the same shape and size as the fill.For more complex logo forms (clocks and animations), several fill and key sources are required. All, however, are selected and created in the same way from the control panel.As an example, a typical fill source and key source are shown in Figure 7-1. As you can see in the fill source, the image extends beyond the required bounds of the logo. The key defines the shape of the logo (shown rendered over a matte background in Figure 7-2), cutting out any areas that are shown black in the key.

Figure 7-1. Fill Source and Key Source

Figure 7-2. Resulting Logo Rendered over Matte Background

A logo may be one of the following basic types:• Static logo – a stationary graphic• Animated logo – multiple graphics files comprising a sequence that forms a

moving logo• Analog clock – sweeping hands moving over a fixed clock face• Digital clock – changing digits on a fixed background with or without

temperature• Quick Select – logo item that defines a combo; composed of up to four

logos, one on each layer• Text Crawl – single line of text that moves from right to left• Text Titling – multi-line static text



For each of these the fill source can be one of the following:• A graphics file in one of the formats supported (see page 121)• An internally generated matte colorThe key source can be one of the following:• A graphics file in one of the formats supported• The alpha (or key) channel of the fill file currently being used where the

graphics format supports it (e.g., MGI and Quantel PaintBox formats)• An internally generated, soft-edged, bounding-rectangle for the entire fill

source; softness is limited to a single line and pixel on each edge of the bounding rectangle to prevent high-frequency ringing effects

• A Self key – producing a key from the luminance of the fill source



Using the IconLogo Soft Panel to Create LogosIconLogo creates logos by loading graphics files in their raw format directly into the system’s on-line storage. This means that creation of a logo can be as simple and as quick as finding the desired file using the system’s File menu and then pressing a single button. Any repositioning and changing of other logo attributes can be done at any time – live from the control panel or control panel GUI. Changing a logo, therefore, can be as simple as taking an existing logo and changing the source file (or even replacing the old file with a new one).Because of the simplicity with which logos can be created, modified, and deleted, the creation side of the IconLogo can be locked with a key code (which may be changed). This code, entered in the Engineering menu, consists of a numeric value in the range from 1 to 999999. The key code locking mechanism can be permanently disabled, but Harris recommends that you leave it enabled and only give the code to operators who need Write access. For full details of the operation of the key code locking, please refer to “Set-Up Modify” on page 192.

Navigating the Control Panel MenusMost pages consist of a list of parameters, which have been grouped together (where possible) into logical sections. You can access each parameter by using the soft pots, as follows:• The top soft pot, scrolling clockwise, moves horizontally through the

parameters on the page and wraps onto the row below when on the last parameter on any row. When scrolling counter-clockwise, it does the reverse, wrapping onto previous row.

• The bottom soft pot acts similarly, but moves through the list vertically only and will not wrap onto the next/previous column having reached the last/first item on the page.

As each parameter is selected, it is highlighted in the list and soft button labels change to reflect the options for setting the parameter.Most parameters have an option selection window that pops up to enable fast access to and soft pot control of its various options. When using the IconLogo soft panel, use the arrow keys on the PC keyboard to navigate through the menu lists.

NoteWrapping may be enabled via the Menu Wrap parameter described in Set-Up Menu Page (see page 191) so that the last parameter on the Page wraps onto the first.



To use the Options selection windows, follow these steps:1. Press and release the bottom soft pot.

The Options window appears (see Figure 7-3).2. Rotate the bottom soft pot to select the required option.3. Press the bottom soft pot button again to confirm your selection.To use the Control Panel GUI, follow these steps:1. Right click on the mouse to display the Options window (see Figure 7-3).2. Use the arrow keys to navigate through the options list.3. Right Click on the mouse to confirm your selection.

Figure 7-3. Options Window

NoteWhen an adjustable parameter is selected (by pushing the lower soft pot), the soft pots may then be used to adjust the parameters. When there are two parameters, the upper soft pot will adjust the first parameter and the lower soft pot will adjust the second parameter. When there are three parameters, the soft buttons may be used to select which parameters are adjusted by the soft pots. Adjustable parameters (usually preceded by a “#”) may be set to their default values by double clicking the soft button for that parameter.



Figure 7-4. Logo Menu with New Static Logo



Soft ButtonsThere are four basic types of soft buttons in the Logo menu:• Numerical parameter entry (normally preceded by the # symbol); e.g., #

Opacity• Option selections; e.g., Normal Invert• Submenu of more soft boxes; these are followed or preceded by an ellipsis

(“...”), depending or whether they go to a new selection or return from a previous one; e.g., Copy/Clear...

• Link to another menu followed by an ellipsis (“...”); e.g., Fill File..., the link to the file menu for selecting a Fill File

• When using the IconLogo soft panel, use the mouse to select the soft buttons.



Navigating the Logo MenuYou can enter the Logo Menu by selecting the Logo menu button. The Logo menu allows you to create and delete logos and to view and update logo details.If your system does not have any logos, the menu will look like Figure 7-5.

Figure 7-5. Logo Menu with No Logos Available

If there are no logos, you will need to create a logo before you are able to use the other features in this menu. Refer to the # Create button referenced below.If logos already exist in your system, the menu will look similar to Figure 7-6.



Figure 7-6. Logo Menu showing a Static Logo

The Logo menu allows you to change and display the logo parameters for a single logo. The logo being displayed can be changed several different ways:• Enter a logo number, then press the Logo menu button (i.e. direct selection).• Press the # Show soft button if the top menu item is selected.• Scroll through the list of on-line logos.

Logo NumberIndicates the logo slot, type, size and on-air/preview status (if applicable) of the logo. The following selections are available:• # Show displays the entire logo list.

• # Show returns to the logo menu.• Unload/Load will unload or load the logo from/to DDR memory.• Storage changes to the Storage List menu. See “Logo Storage” on page

185 for details.• # Create will create a new logo. The next available logo number will be

automatically selected. To manually assign a logo number, enter the logo number using the keypad before selecting # Create. You will be presented with a choice of different types of logos to create.• Static is a stationary graphic.• Animation shows multiple graphics files comprising a sequence that

forms a moving logo.

NoteThe logos may have more parameters than can be displayed on one page, so when the bottom of the list is reached the page scrolls to reveal more parameters.



• Digital clock shows changing digits on a fixed background with or without temperature.

• More...• Analog Clock shows sweeping hands moving over a fixed clock

face.• Text Crawl shows text with configurable crawling speed and

selectable fonts.• Quick Select is a virtual logo that combines up to 4 logos on each

layer of a single logo.• ...More

• Text Title shows multi-line static text.• Cancel returns to the main logo menu.• ...Exit returns to the main create menu list.

• # Delete• ...Erase removes both the logo file and the graphics files from compact

flash.• ...Cancel returns to the previous menu.• ...Unload will unload the logo from DDR memory.• ...Delete removes only the logo file from compact flash.

• More...• # Show displays the entire logo list.• Move allows you to change the logo number of the selected logo within

the logo list.• # Copy will create a copy of the selected logo. To do this, first enter

the new logo number on the keypad on the right, then press this soft button to copy the logo.

• Cancel returns to the previous menu.• # Renumber is used to renumber the selected logo. To do this, first

enter the new logo number on the keypad on the right, then press this softbound to change the logo number.

• # Backup not currently available.• Unload/Load unloads or loads the selected logo from/to DDR memory.• ...Exit goes back to the previous menu.

Logo NameWhen a logo is created, it takes its name from the fill file used. If no fill source is used, then the key file name is used. The name given to the logo may be changed if required. The following selections are available:• Change… selects an input area for typing in the new name and gives the

following selections:• As Before puts the existing name in the input area.



• Clear clears any characters typed in the input area• …Cancel goes back to the previous menu• …Enter selects the characters present in the input area if nothing was

entered then the name reverts back to the Fill or Key file name.• Clear selects the logo name from the Fill or Key file name, removing any

created name.

StorageThis selection indicates the storage grouping for the selected logo. The following selection is available:• # Storage displays the storage select menu. See “Logo Storage” on page

185 for details.

On-LineThis selection indicates whether the logo is automatically loaded or manually loaded to the DDR memory on startup. It also indicates whether the logo is currently loaded or unloaded.• Automatic - logo is loaded to the DDR memory automatically at startup.• Manual - logo has to be manually loaded to the DDR memory.

Anim PreviewThis selection indicates the number of frames the animation has. For a static logo, the status will indicate “Static.”

Fill SourceThe fill source is the main source of graphical information in a logo. It defines the video content of the logo that will be seen on screen and normally defines its size as well.1

To select the logo fill source, scroll down to the Fill Source selection on the Logo menu. The menu will look like the one shown in Figure 7-7.

NoteWhen “Manual” is selected for the On-Line parameter, On-Air and Preview logos will still be loaded to Air/Preview if the “Restore” option is selected in the Engineering menu.

1 This item is not applicable to Text Crawl or Text Titling logos.



Figure 7-7. Logo Menu Selecting New Fill Source

There are three choices for selecting a fill source, as shown by the first three soft buttons. (The fourth selects a way to copy information between fill and key sources.)• Fill File… selects the File menu from which you select a file.• Ext. Fill (This parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.)• More… selects another set of Fill source selections. These options are as

follows:• Matte uses an internal matte color generator as the fill source.

Matte color may be used with any non-internally generated key source to fill the key shape with a single matte color.Adjust Matte allows adjustment of the matte parameters.• # Luma requires you to enter a value for the luminance.• # Sat requires you to enter a value for the saturation.• # Hue requires you to enter a value for the hue.• Grab Select... (This parameter does not apply in the IconMaster

configuration.)• Copy/Clear… selects a new set of soft button options that allow copying

and swapping of sources between fill and key. These options are as follows:• Clear clears the current fill selection.• Swap swaps fill and key sources.• Copy Key File copies the key file selection over to be the fill source as

well.• Exit… returns to the main Fill Source selection.



The process involved in selecting each of the above sources is described here separately.When Fill file is selected from the Logo menu, the menu changes automatically to the Pick Fill submenu. You will be presented with a selection of files and a set of soft buttons that enable you to find, view, and select the Fill file (see Figure 7-8).

Figure 7-8. Picking a Fill File

A full explanation of navigating through the directory structure and different file systems in the File menu is presented in “Navigating the File Menu” on page 187, but for the purpose of selecting a Fill file, we will assume that the file you require is in the directory that the File menu was last looking at.To select a file at the Pick Fill submenu, follow these steps:1. Use the top soft pot to skip the highlighted file selection backwards and

forwards one file at a time and/or use the bottom soft pot to skip up and down one column at a time.(To abandon the search for the fill file and return to the Logo menu, press the Exit soft button.)

2. When you find the desired Fill file, press the View File… soft button. The menu will change to show a preview of the image in the file (if of a usable format) and all the available information about the file. See Figure 7-9 for an example.

3. You may use the soft pots to slowly browse through the next/previous file in the directory or, you may press the Exit soft button to return to the Pick Fill submenu.



4. If the file is the one required for the logo, press the Select soft button. The system will return to the Logo menu, and the selected Fill file and its full path will be shown in the Fill Source selection.

Figure 7-9. Viewing a Fill File

Most logos will be derived from a Fill file, so when a file is selected as the Fill source for a new logo, IconLogo looks for alpha information in the file from which to derive a key. Failing this, it simply assigns a box key (or soft-edged bounding rectangle) so that the whole of the fill source is visible on screen.

Key SourceThe key source associated with a logo determines how much of the logo’s fill source will appear over the main program video. The key source is the primary source of shape and transparency information for the logo. It is the quality of the key that determines the quality of the overlay for use in channel idents, where picture information needs to be seen through the graphic. It also determines the quality of the feathering (or anti-aliasing) on the edges to provide apparently smooth transitions between background program video and graphics.1

The simple example in Figure 7-1 on page 152 shows a fill source, an associated key source; the resulting logo (see Figure 7-2 on page 152) would display as a logo over a background. Notice that where the key is black (0%) there is no foreground logo visible, and where the key is white (100%) there is no background visible. All other levels produce a proportional mix between background image and logo fill.




Each logo can take its key source from a number of internally and externally generated sources. The most commonly used will be the key file, normally produced by the graphic artist at the same time as the fill source. Some file formats allow storage of both fill and key source in the one file. This is sometimes known as an alpha channel for the file. There are six key sources for IconLogo logo elements. These are picked from one of two Key Source soft button selections of the Logo menu. The first selection shows the following items:• Key File… selects the File menu from which you can pick a key file.• Ext. Key (This parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.)• More… selects another set of key source selections.

• …Box selects a soft edged bounding rectangle for the fill source.• …Self derives a key from the luminance content of the fill source.• …Fill Alpha takes the key from the alpha channel of the fill file (if it

has one).• …Exit returns to the main Key Source soft button selection.

• Copy/Clear… selects a new set of soft button options which allow copying and swapping of sources between fill and key. These options are as follows:• Clear clears the current key selection.• Swap swaps fill and key sources.• Copy Fill File copies the fill file selection over to be the key source as

well.• Exit… returns to the main Key Source soft button selection.

A description of each of the key sources follows, along with an explanation of how to select them from the main Key Source selection of the Logo menu.When Key File is selected from the Logo menu, the menu changes automatically to the Pick Key submenu of the File menu. Here you will see a selection of files and a set of navigation soft buttons that enable you to find, view, and select the Key file (see Figure 7-10).

NoteIn computer graphics, a filter is an effect that can be applied to a bitmapped image. Only data that matches a defined pattern is allowed to pass through the filter. An alpha channel is a filter that selectively includes or excludes certain values. Typically, you wouldn't define an alpha channel on a pixel-by-pixel basis, but rather per object. Different parts of the object would have different levels of transparency depending on how much you wanted the background to show through. This allows you to create rectangular objects that appear as if they are irregular in shape — you define the rectangular edges as transparent so that the background shows through. (Copyright 2003, Jupitermedia. All rights reserved. Reprinted with permission from http://www.internet.com.)



Figure 7-10. Picking a Key File

A full explanation of navigating through the directory structure and different file systems in the File menu is presented in Navigating the File Menu (page 187), but for the purpose of selecting a key file, we will assume that the file you require is in the directory that the File menu was last looking at.To select a file in the Pick Key submenu, follow these steps:1. Use the top soft pot to skip the highlighted file selection backwards and

forwards one file at a time and/or use the bottom soft pot to skip up and down one column at a time.(To abandon the search for the key file and return to the Logo menu, press the Exit soft button.)

2. When you have found the required key file, press the View File… soft button. The menu will change to show a preview of the image in the file (if of a usable format) and all the available information about the file (see Figure 7-11 for an example).

3. Use the soft pots to browse through the next/previous file in the directoryORPress the Exit soft button to return to the Pick Key submenu.

4. If the file is the one required for the logo, press the Select soft button. The system will return to the Logo menu; the selected key file and its full path will be shown in the Key Source selection.



Figure 7-11. Viewing a Key File

As a logo may consist of a key source filled with an internally generated matte color, whenever a key file is selected on a logo that does not have an assigned fill source, the matte source is automatically selected for the fill source. Where the logo already has a fill source assigned, the fill source remains unchanged.The box key is an internally generated rectangular box that exactly fits around the selected fill source. In a fill file, the box generated is the same size as the fill source, but with anti-aliased or softened edges to prevent ringing where bright colors may be used in the fill graphic.To select the box key source, follow these steps:1. Select the More… soft button.2. Select the …Box soft button. The menu will return to the main soft button

selection.

Some logo sources (normally containing luminance information only) are designed to be both key and fill source for the logo. These can be keyed by selecting the More… soft button from the Key Source selection, then selecting the …Self soft button.With Self key selected, the key source is derived from the luminance content of the Fill source, which must be a Fill file.Some graphic file formats are designed to contain the fill and key information in what is more sometimes referred to as the alpha channel. The file formats that may contain readable alpha channels are• MGI – the previous generation IconLogo file format generated by LogoWin• SGI – Silicon Graphics Image format

NoteIn computer graphics, anti-aliasing is a software technique for diminishing “jaggies” (stairstep-like lines that should be smooth). Anti-aliasing reduces the prominence of jaggies by surrounding the stairsteps with intermediate shades of color. Antialiasing is sometimes called oversampling. (Copyright 2003, Jupitermedia. All rights reserved. Reprinted with permission from http://www.internet.com.)

NoteWhenever Self Key is selected, the Matte Key mode is selected automatically, as this is the only mode that normally works with self keys. See What Makes a Logo? (page 152) for more details.



• TGA – TrueVision Targa file format• VPB – Quantel Video PaintBox image formatEach of the above formats can support, but does not necessarily contain, alpha information. The Fill Alpha selection will only work when a fill file exists which contains valid alpha information. To select alpha fill, follow these steps:1. Select the More… soft button from the Key Source selection.2. Select the …Fill Alpha soft button.To delete a logo from the Logo Menu, select “Logo Number” (the top item), then press the # Delete soft button.

Key LevelsThis selection allows the key to be adjusted for lift and gain. To change the value, use the keypad to enter the new value, then select the appropriate soft button to make the change. • # Key Lift - Lift 0 to –876 (Default 0)

• # Key Gain - Gain 0 to 800% (Default 100%)1

DisplayThis selection selects how the logo is displayed on the control panel.1

• Logo displays logo as it would appear on air.• Fill displays just the fill source.• Key displays just the key source.

Key ModeThis selection selects how the logo is keyed.1

• Normal indicates the selected key is uninverted.• Inverted indicates the selected key is inverted.• Key Mode indicates the selected key is keyed to the fill source.• Matte Mode indicates the selected key is matted to the fill source.

PositionThis selection selects the position the logo will take on the screen.2 The position relates to the top left hand side of the logo’s bounding rectangle. To change the value, use the keypad to enter the new value, then select the appropriate soft button to make the change.

1 This item is not available for analog for External Key/Fill.2 This item is not applicable to Text Crawl or Text Titling logos.



• # X accepts the horizontal pixel position entered into the number pad.• # Y accepts the vertical pixel position entered into the number pad.• Presets…

• Horizontal • Left sets the horizontal position to the far left of the screen.• Centre sets the horizontal position to be in the center of the

screen.• Right sets the horizontal position to the far right of the screen.• Exit returns to the Logo menu.

• Vertical• Top sets the vertical position of the logo to the top of the

screen.• Centre sets the vertical position of the logo to the center of the

screen.• Bottom sets the vertical position of the logo to the bottom of

the screen.• Exit returns to the Logo menu.

• File Default uses the default position information from the source file used in the logo if it is present (only certain graphics file formats can contain position information).

• Exit returns to the Logo menu.

OpacityThis selection selects the opacity of the logo. To change the value, use the keypad to enter the new value, then select the soft button to make the change.• # Opacity shows the opacity range 0 – 100%, where 0 will be invisible and

100% will be fully opaque.

Fade RatesThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Next LogoThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Off/Air ActionThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

NoteDouble-click the numeric entry soft buttons such as #X to return to the default values. Most defaults are set up in the Engineering menu (see Navigating the Engineering Menu page 190).



Source NumThis selection selects the automation auxbus source select number (range from 1 to 16). To change the source, use the keypad to enter the new source, then select the soft button to make the change.• # Source changes the source select number.• Clear clears the current source select number.

Fill OffsetThis selection offsets the fill file position relative to the key, such as when the two files are of different sizes. It may also be used if a fill file is larger than the screen resolution to center the image.1

• When the fill is larger than the key only negative numbers will be accepted.• When the fill is smaller than the key only positive numbers will be

accepted.To change the value, use the keypad to enter the new value, then select the soft button to make the change.• # Offset X changes the X offset.• # Offset Y changes the Y offset.

Animation LogosThe fill and key source fields for animations differ from those for static logos, as they must specify a source of multiple images. This normally means specifying either multiple files or a file that contains multiple images. If you are specifying multiple image files, they must be in the same directory, be of the same size and type, and have an ascending numeric sequence as part of their name. The numeric part of the file name must have the same number of digits. For example, the following sequence specifies a 240 frame animation in the Targa format: • myAnim0001.tga• myAnim0002.tga• myAnim0003.tga• myAnim0004.tga• myAnim0005.tga• myAnim0006.tga• myAnim0238.tga• myAnim0239.tga• myAnim0240.tgaWhen selecting a file sequence, select the first file in the sequence as the fill or key source. IconLogo will look for all other files in the directory that form part of the same numeric sequence.




Some graphics file formats contain multiple images. These may be selected as the fill or key source for animations. The graphics file formats supported that may contain multiple images for animations are as follows:• MGI – the previous generation IconLogo file format generated by LogoWin• VPB – Quantel Video PaintBox image formatThe method for selecting the fill and key sources for animations is the same as for static logos. When selecting one of the multiple image file formats (described in Fill Source or Key Source) as the source for animation fill, the File menu will show the number of frames contained in the file.

Anim Preview

The following menu items will only be available for logos with animation.

This selection indicates which frame of the animation is currently displayed and the duration of the entire animation.• Play/Stop - will play the animation if it is stopped or stop the animation if it

is being played.• # Goto Frame - to go to a particular frame of the animation, enter the frame

number on the keypad and select this soft button.• < Prev Frame - will go to the previous frame. Will not wrap around if

current frame is the first frame.• Next Frame > - will go to the next frame. Will not wrap around if current

frame is the last frame.

Cue ActionThis selection selects how the animation starts when put on air.• Cue (This parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.)• Run indicates the animation will come on air running.• Fade…Run (This parameter does not apply in the IconMaster

configuration.)• # Delay (This parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.)

Wait ActionThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

End ActionThis selection selects how the animation behaves after the wait action.• Stop stops at the last frame of the animation sequence.• Recue recues the animation to the first frame of the sequence and waits.• Replay continues the animation from the first frame of the sequence.• More…



• Fade Down (This parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.)

• Clear Logo (This parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.)

• Next Logo (This parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.)

• More returns to the previous menu.

Anim. RateThis selection selects the speed of the animation, where a value of “2” would indicate 2 video frames duration for playing each animation cell.



Analog Clock LogosAn analog clock in IconLogo requires graphics for the clock face and each of the hands (in the 12 o'clock position). These are specified the same way as for a static logo.The logo menu for an analog clock is shown in Figure 7-12.

Figure 7-12. Analog Clock Menu

The following menu items will only be available for an Analog Clock logo.

Analog PartThis selection indicates which analog clock component is selected and allows you to set up the source as described in “Key Source” on page 164, except that external sources are not permitted.• Face - allows set up of the fill source for the face. • Hour Hand - allows set up of the fill source for the hour hand.• Minute Hand - allows set up of the fill source for the minute hand.• Second Hand - allows set up of the fill source for the second hand.

NoteThe second hand is optional; a clock may run with only the face, hour hand, and minutes hand specified.



The analog clock face graphic should be large enough so that all three hands are within its bounds for the entire 360 degree sweep of the clock about their respective rotation centers.• In SD, the result of a hand failing to fall inside the face is that the hand is

clipped at the edge of the bounding rectangle of the clock face graphic.• In HD, the result of a hand failing to fall inside the face is that

• If the hand can fit inside the clock face, it will be moved by the minimum amount required to fit it on the screen; but, as an indication that it has done so, it will be reduced to 50% opacity.

• If the hand cannot fit inside the clock face at all, the clock face will fail to show the hand and the clock face opacity will be reduced by 50%.

Time OffsetThis selection allows the displayed time to be offset relative to the internal time reference.• # Offset - enter the offset time on the numeric keypad, then select this soft

button to change the offset.

Rotate CentreWhen an analog clock element is selected, the rotational center of that element is calculated by IconLogo and appears in the Rotate Center field of the Logo menu. The position of the Rotate Center is the position in pixels and lines relative to the top left corner of the graphic about which the hands rotate. This may be altered at any time after the clock element has been selected. • # Centre X - changes the X coordinate.• # Centre Y - changes the Y coordinate.

Face AspectThis selection indicates the adjusted size of the hands on the clock in order for it to fix properly in the face.• Square Pix. - adjusts the hands to fit a standard face size.• 4 x 3 - adjusts the hands to fit a 4×3 face size.• 16 x 9 - adjusts the hands to fit a 16×9 face size.

NoteA large analog clock, or several smaller clocks, may reduce the response time for the control panel interface.



Digital ClocksA digital clock in IconLogo requires graphics for the clock background and a font file for the clock display. The face graphic file forms the background for the clock onto which the clock digits are rendered. It is specified as a normal static logo would be, except that external sources are not permitted.The font files for fill and key are not standard font files. They are graphics files containing the pre-rendered digits and characters required by the clock for both fill and key. These must be rendered onto a background in the correct style size and color for your required clock font. Unlike other elements for IconLogo logos, a key file must be specified, as it is the key file that is used to specify the font characters’ cell sizes and spacings.

An associated fill file may be created for the font, or a matte fill can be used. The characters must be rendered in a single line and in the order shown below. The characters must not overlap or contain any other information on another line.

Figure 7-13 and Figure 7-14 show example font key and fill files as required by IconLogo. Figure 7-15 shows an example face fill for a digital clock. The face key is assumed to be a rectangle.

Each of these is specified in the same way as for a static logo

.Figure 7-13. Font Key Source

Figure 7-14. Font Fill Source

NoteFor best results, the fonts created in the font key source file should be anti-aliased.

NoteThe size of the font will change, depending on your requirement; however, Harris recommends a size of 24 points as a starting point.

NoteTo insert a degree symbol (°), hold down the <Alt> key, then simultaneously type 0176 on the numeric keypad.



Figure 7-15. Digital Clock Face Fill

Figure 7-16 shows the resulting rendered digital clock using the font files shown in Figure 7-13, Figure 7-14, and Figure 7-15.

Figure 7-16. Digital Clock Rendered Over Background

The Logo menu for a new digital clock is shown in Figure 7-17. This example shows the “Digital Part” field selected.

Figure 7-17. Logo Menu Showing New Digital Clock

The following menu items will only be available for a Digital Clock logo.

Digital PartThis selection indicates which digital clock component is selected and allows you to set up the source as described in “Fill Source” on page 161, except that external sources are not permitted.• Face - allows set up of the fill source for the face. • Font - allows set up of the fill source for the font.



The digital clock face graphic should be large enough so that the rendered digits should fit within its bounds. • In SD, the result of the rendered digits failing to fall inside the face is that it

is clipped at the edge of the bounding rectangle of the clock face graphic. • In HD, the result of the rendered digits failing to fall inside the face is that

• If the rendered digits can fit inside the face, they will all be moved the minimum amount required to fit them on the screen, but as an indication that it has done so, they will be reduced to 50% opacity.

• If the rendered digits cannot fit inside the clock face at all, the clock face will show blank and the clock face opacity will be reduced by 50%.

Once the clock face fill file, font fill, and key sources are assigned, you can use the following menu items to select the representation of time and temperature.

Time OffsetThis selection allows the displayed time to be offset relative to the internal time reference.• # Offset - enter the offset time on the numeric keypad, then select this soft

button to change the offset.

Standard FontThis feature is not currently available.

Clock FormatThis selection indicates which combination of time and temperature information will be displayed.• Time - displays time only.• Temp - displays temperature only.• Time Temp - displays time followed by temperature.• Temp Time - displays temperature followed by time.

Time FormatThis selection indicates the format for the time display.• 12/24 Hour - toggles between an 12 hour clock and a 24 hour clock.• Show Seconds - toggles the seconds display on and off.

Temp UnitsThis selection indicates the units for the temperature display.• Show Decimal - toggles the tenths of a degree indication on and off.• Show Degree - toggles the degree symbol on and off.• C/F - toggles between Centigrade and Fahrenheit.



SpacingThis selection allows the spacing of the font to be adjusted.• # Font Space - adjusts the spacing between individual characters.• # T/T Space - adjusts the spacing between the time and the temperature.

Font OriginThis selection allows the adjustment of the time and temperature characters relative to the origin.• # Origin X - changes the X co-ordinate.• # Origin Y - changes the Y co-ordinate.

TT SpacingThis selection allows the adjustment of the temperature spacing.• #Hor.spacing - changes the Horizontal spacing.• #Ver.spacing - changes the Vertical spacing.

TT JustifyThis selection allows the time and temperature to be justified.• Left - left justified• Relative - justified relative to the logo size• Center - center justified• Right - right justified



Quick SelectsThe following menu selections will only be available for a Quick Select logo.

Layer # LogoSelecting Layer 1, 2, 3, or 4 will allow you to change the options for that layer.• #Logo - use the keypad to enter the number of the logo required for the

selected layer then select this soft button.• Select/Desel - loads or unloads the logo on the selected layer from DDR

memory.• Incl/Ignored - includes or ignores the logo on the selected layer.• Goto Logo - displays the logo information for the logo on the selected

layer.

Text Crawl and TitlingThe Text Crawl and Titling feature enables you to create a logo that consists of crawling or steady text. It can have different fonts, shares many properties with other logos, and occupies one of the layers. The text can consist of 1 to 12 independent sentences for Text Titling or 1 to 30 independent sentences for Text Crawl. Each sentence can have its own fonts, spacing, color, and origin.

Enabling the License KeyBefore you enable the Text Crawl and Titling feature, make sure you have obtained an appropriate license key. You will need to provide the Customer Service representative with the serial number of your MGI-3901 module. (You can find out the serial number of your MGI-3901 by pressing # Key while in the Extra Licenses field. The number will be displayed on the IconLogo screen.)At the IconLogo control panel:1. Select Eng. 2. Press the More button to access additional choices.3. Select Extra Licenses.4. Press the # Key button.

NoteYou must have purchased this option to obtain a license key. One license key will enable all of the purchased options.



Figure 7-18. Extra Licenses Menu

5. Enter the license key provided by your Customer Service representative.“The option is now active” message will display on the bottom left of the screen and (+) will show after Text in the Extra Licences parameter to indicate that the Text Crawl and Titling features have been enabled.

Configuring a Text Crawl or Text TitlingAt the IconLogo control panel, make these selections:1. Select the Logo menu.2. Press the Create button.3. Press the More button.4. Select the Text Crawl option.5. Choose all appropriate items in the menu.6. Enter Name.7. Choose Type of Storage.8. Choose Automatic or Manual loading.9. Select the Text field. The Logo Text window will appear

The Text menu consists of two windows: the initial entries window (see Figure 7-19 on page 181) and the “End Action” entries window (see Figure 7-20 on page 182).

NoteFor parameter details, please refer to the “Navigating the Logo Menu” on page 158.



Figure 7-19. Logo Text Menu (First Window)

10. Press Add and enter the actual text for the first sentence. (You can continue to add sentences by pressing Add again and entering additional text.)The visible IconLogo portion of the sentence is limited by 720 pixels (for the IconLogo preview monitor) or by 44 characters (for the control panel LCD screen. You can continue to enter text, but the characters will be “invisible” while in preview. Those characters will be entered in the next sentence. (If you have reached the sentence limit [30 for Crawl; 12 for Titling], all remaining text will be truncated.) If you want to see those “invisible” characters, press the Enter key at any time to go to the next sentence. The editor will try to split this long text into sentences on blank delimiting basis. However, when the text in the sentence is substituted; for example, by EAS message or by future manual editing, it will be truncated to the initial size of the sentence.

11. Set these items to the settings you want:• Key Levels• Text Color is set per each sentence. It will correspond to the one being

currently displayed upon Text field. It can be set to the Font Default, or Matte. In latter case it will be necessary to set the color parameters such as Luma (luminance), Sat (saturation), and Hue.

• Crawl Window1 sets text window length and height in pixels. To define the text crawl window size:• Enter a numeric pixel value.

NoteWhen you set font, text spacing, text color, and text origin, they will apply to the sentence you have added most recently; i.e. to the one being currently displayed in the Text field. To set those parameters for other sentences, toggle between them by pressing the Next button while at the Text field.

1 This item is not applicable to Text Titling logos.



• Choose one of these options:• Press # Size H to set this value for horizontal text window size.

• Position1 defines the start position (at the left side) of the text window in pixels. It can be set either manually or by using presets for Center, Left, Right, etc., of the screen. • To define the start position manually, enter a value and press Pos X

or Pos Y respectively. • To use a preset start position:

• Press Presets.• Press Horizontal or Vertical and choose the appropriate preset

position. Alternatively, you can choose to use File Default position values after pressing Presets, if the file has an appropriate data associated with it.

At this point, the Logo Text window will scroll down to display the “end action” entry fields (see Figure 7-20).

Figure 7-20. Logo Text End Action Menu

12. The remaining item values are as follows:• Opacity sets the percent of the text opacity (100% = totally opaque; 0%

= totally transparent).• Fade Rates (This parameter does not apply in the IconMaster

configuration.)• Next Logo (This parameter does not apply in the IconMaster

configuration.)

NoteFor horizontal position, “0” denotes the extreme right position on the screen, i.e. the text will start crawling from the very right edge to the left. A shift of the start position to the left assumes a negative value. For example, “–56” would represent start position in middle of the screen.



• Source Num sets the source number to be displayed while the text is On Air. It can be set to a value of None.

• In. Pos/Pause field defines the initial horizontal position of the text (when it begins to be displayed) in pixels and delay in frames between the beginning of On Air time for the logo and the crawl start. In the latter case, the text will be displayed as static immediately.

• Default Font defines the font to be used for current sentence. It corresponds to the sentence being currently displayed in the Text field. Currently there are three preset fonts:• Font1 is Ariel Black — Font1 looks like this.• Font2 is Century Gothic — Font2 looks like this.• Font3 is Myriad — Font3 looks like this.These fonts can be overwritten with custom fonts created by using the Font Utility (see “Creating Fonts” on page 147).

• Text Spacing defines horizontal spacing between characters.• Text Origin defines horizontal and vertical coordinates of the start of

the sentence within the text window. Thus, coordinates “0, 0” denote the sentence displayed from the left side of the box (or right after the end of the previous sentence), centered vertically. It corresponds to the sentence being currently displayed upon Text field. By default, all of the sentences for Text Titling will appear one on top of the other, so that only the topmost sentence will be displayed. This parameter can be used to adjust the position of the sentences so they appear side-by-side, or above and below one another.

• Crawl Speed1 sets the speed of text crawling in pixels per field.• Direction can be set to either Right-to-Left for normal crawling, or to

No Crawl for static display of the text. In latter case the text will be displayed starting from the first sentence in the appropriate position, and limited at the right side by the screen edge (or text window size, if smaller).

• Wrap Around sets the behavior of the crawl when the last sentence is being displayed.

• Crawl Out1 means that the first character of the first sentence will be displayed only after the last character of the last sentence stops being displayed (i.e., “crosses” the left edge of the screen or the text window, if smaller).

• Circular1 means that the first character of the first sentence is displayed right after the last character of the last sentence, i.e. sentences are crawling in continuous “chain” motion.




• Repeat1 field defines how many times the entire crawl will repeat. It can also be set to Wrap Forever, which means the crawling will stop only upon removing the logo from On Air.

• End Action1 defines what to do after the entire crawl has finished. It can be set to the following options:• Replay, which means the crawling will stop only upon removing

the logo from On Air• Clear Logo, which will be displaying an empty logo upon crawl

termination• Next Logo, which will result in another logo being displayed after

the text finishes crawling; this logo will be the one set in the Next Logo field. If set to None, the next logo will be the one that is currently Next for this layer (can be seen in the layer preview).

Modifying Text Crawl and Text Titling ParametersAll of the configuration parameters described can be changed while in use, from the Logo menu (see “Configuring a Text Crawl or Text Titling” on page 180).Keep in mind that the font, text spacing, text color, and text origin parameters will apply to the sentence you have added most recently; that is, to the one being currently displayed in the Text field. To set those parameters for other sentences, toggle between them by pressing the Next button while in the Text field.Adding and Deleting SentencesYou can add and delete sentences by pressing the Add or Delete buttons while in the Text field.Modifying an Existing Sentence1. Select the sentence within the Text field (by pressing Next button).2. Press Change. 3. The sentence now can be edited as desired.4. Press the Enter button to finish the edit sequence.

Inserting a Logo into Text Crawl or Text TitlingA pre-defined logo can be inserted into a Text Crawl or Text Titling logo by using the '^' character. A different logo can be assigned to each of the three fonts. To define the logos see “Using the Font Utility” on page 146.




Logo Storage

Storage TypesIconLogo has 2 types of storage:• On-Line Storage• Near-Line StorageStorage is a flat set of logos (i.e., a directory with files, but no subdirectories). Each logo must belong to one storage, but may belong to one on-line storage and one near-line storage at the same time. If a logo belongs only to on-line storage, it is considered a temporary logo.On-line storage is the DDR. It is used for storing ready to play logos. It is volatile storage. Near-line storage is compact flash. It is used for permanent logos which are not loaded to the DDR. Logos can also be moved between different near-line storages or they can be deleted from them. The near-line storage ID becomes an attribute of the logo, which allows the grouping of logos with the same attribute. Up to 99 near-line storages can be created and used to classify logos.

Logos can be loaded from near-line to on-line either manually or automatically. Logos can be unloaded from On-line manually. This allows the optimization of on-line space.

Using Logo StoragesYou can enter the logo storages by pressing the “File” menu button twice (in succession).The following options are available within the Storage List menu:• Modify allows you to change the current storage

• Edit allows you to change the Description or Path of a selected storage (you will need to have a keyboard connected to change the description)For a description:• Clear clears the description• ...Cancel cancels the changes and returns to the Edit menu• ...Enter changes the description and returns to the Edit menu

OR For a path (see “Navigating the File Menu” on page 187)

• Add adds a new storage, to a maximum of 7 storages

CAUTIONMoving near-line logos from one storage to another does not physically move the logo file location.



• Delete deletes the selected storage• Exit returns to the Storage List menu

• Show Files allows you to view the list of files in a particular storage (see “Navigating the File Menu” on page 187)

• Logo Filter allows you to view the logo list in the selected storage• # Show allows you to view the logo details. See “Navigating the Logo

Menu” on page 158 for details.• Load loads the logo to the DDR memory• Unload unloads the logo from the DDR memory• Storage returns to the Storage List menu



Navigating the File MenuYou can enter the File Menu by selecting key and fill sources or the File menu button. Figure 7-21 shows the File List menu displaying the files available at the selected directory.

Figure 7-21. File Menu

To navigate through the file list, use the top pot to move left and right, use the bottom pot to move up and down. Once a file has been selected, pressing down on either pot will display the same options as listed below in the soft buttons. Navigation through these options is the same as described above and performs the same functions as listed below.The following options are available from the soft button options:• View File… allows the selected file to be viewed and given the option of

being selected as a logo or animation. The following options are available within the View File menu:• Select # To Logo... to set the file as a logo. See the Logo Menu section

for further details.• Select # To Key... to set the file as a key. See the Logo Menu section for

further details.• Select As Anim to set the file as an animation. This option is not

available in call cases. See the Logo Menu section for further details.• Select ...Exit to return to the main file list menu.

• File Filter… allows only graphic files of a certain type to be viewed. (Figure 7-22 shows the selections available.) The following options are available within the Change File Filter menu:

NoteWhen a blank compact flash is inserted into an MGI-3901 module, the required file structure and setup files are written to the compact flash; however, it will be a default setup. To copy the current setup, use CFlash Clone.



• …Use uses the filter selected and displays only files of this type in the file menu.

• …*.* reverts to displaying files of all types.• ...*.mg2 displays files of mg2 type only• ...Exit returns to the main File List menu..

• File Path... allows you to go to the Change File Path menu (see Figure 7-22). The Change File Path menu will show the directory structure of the current file path.• Select “/..” followed by the Select soft button to take the file path up a

level.• Select a directory (as in the example above) followed by the Select soft

button to take the file path into that directory. • Press the …Sel & Exit button to view the files in the selected file path.New file paths can be created and old ones deleted from the Change File Path menu.To create a new path, follow these steps:

1. Press the Create Path... soft button.2. Using the attached QWERTY keyboard, enter the new path name

(no spaces).The path as entered can be seen highlighted in blue in the Current Path bar at the top of the menu.The entered text can be changed as follows:• Clear the entered text by pressing the Clear soft button.• Cancel the entered text, leaving no new path, by pressing the ...Cancel

soft button.• Use the entered text as the new path name by pressing ...Enter.To delete a path, follow these steps:

1. Select (highlight) the path in the menu using the soft pots.2. Press the Delete Path... soft button3. Press the ...Confirm soft button.

To cancel the deletion, press the ...Cancel soft button.• More...

• Delete... deletes the selected file• CFlash Clone copies the system files of the current system onto a new

compact flash card (this option does not allow you to copy Logo files).• CF Reload reloads the logos from the compact flash into the MGI fast

access logo memory in the same way as a system power-up. It is useful, for example, if the compact flash is changed for an alternative machine configuration.

• Exit... returns to the main File List menu.



Figure 7-22. Change File Filter

Figure 7-23. Change File Path Menu



Navigating the Engineering Menu The IconLogo Engineering menu consists of three main menu pages that are linked together via soft buttons and five sub-menu pages that are linked to items in the Set-up menu. Quick access to all eight menu pages is available via the top soft pot button (see Figure 7-24):• Press the top soft pot button once and release. A menu selection window

will appear.• Scroll through the soft pot list to the desired selection.• Press and release the top soft pot button again.• The first item in the list will leave the menu page selection unchanged.

Figure 7-24. Engineering Selection Menu



Set-Up Menu PageThe first Set-Up menu page provides the setup of the video I/O and the user-definable parameters of the control panel user interface (see Figure 7-25).

Figure 7-25. Engineering Set-Up Menu Page

The parameters listed on this menu page are explained below.

Logo ModifyThis parameter allows logos to be created and modified. It may be disabled so that only authorized users can alter or delete logos.The logo creation side of the IconLogo control panel is lock-protected to protect logos from accidental modification or erasure.To unlock and enable logo creation and modification, follow these steps:1. Select the “Logo Modify” item using the top soft pot.2. Enter the lock number (on new systems, the lock is 1234).3. Press the # Unlock soft button.To relock and disable logo creation and modification, follow these steps:1. Select the “Logo Modify” item using the top soft pot.2. Press the Lock soft button (does not require the lock number).To change the lock number for the system, follow these steps:1. Select the “Logo Modify” item using the top soft pot.2. Enter a new lock number (between 1 and 6 digits).3. Press the #Change Key soft button. The soft buttons will change, requiring

you to enter it again.



4. Enter your new lock number again.5. Press the Change Lock soft button again.To permanently enable Logo Modify mode, follow these steps:1. Select the “Logo Modify” item using the top soft pot.2. Press the Perm.Enable soft button.As a precaution, IconLogo automatically comes out of Logo Modification mode when the panel releases control of it.

Set-Up ModifyThis parameter allows engineering set-up to be modified. It may be disabled so that only authorized users can change it.To unlock and enable Engineering Set-Up modification, follow these steps:1. Select the “Setup Modify” item using the top soft pot.2. Enter the lock number (on new systems the lock number is 1234).3. Press the # Unlock soft button

To relock and disable Engineering Modification, follow these steps:1. Select the “Setup Modify” item using the top soft pot.2. Press the Lock soft button (does not require the lock number).

Matte DisplayThe matte color internally generated by IconLogo (which can be used as a fill for logos or logo elements such as clock hands), can be viewed, entered, or modified in one of two color models:• Display RGB (red, green, blue) – values all have the range 0-255• Display LSH (luminance, saturation, hue) – hue value 0-359.99 degrees,

the other values 0-100%

Logo PathIconLogo loads graphics and audio files in their native formats. There is still a lot of detail required to define these files as logos, animations, and clocks. This detail is held in a file (one for each logo) in the directory shown by the path shown in the Logo Path parameter.To change the path used for these files (for example, to a directory on an external NFS server which all IconLogo units in a network can share), follow these steps:1. Press the ChangePath soft button or press the bottom soft pot. The path

shown in the menu will be cleared.2. Using a standard PC keyboard plugged into the control panel, enter the new

path.



3. To finish, choose one of the following options:• Press the Enter soft buttonOR • Press the bottom soft potOR • Press the keyboard <Enter> key. If the new path cannot be found, the

previous name will be reloaded.During keyboard entry, the following operations are available:• To clear the currently entered text, press the Clear soft button.• To delete the last entered character, press the <Del> or <Backspace> key

on the keyboard.• To cancel the operation and revert the previous path, press the Cancel soft

button.• To stay in edit mode but enter the previous path as a starting point, press the

As Before soft button.When the logo path has been successfully changed, the logos in the system (including any on air (will not have changed. You can force the removal of all reference to the current logos including the Video/Audio memory they use, and load up the logos from the new path.To clear the current logos, press the Clear Logos... soft button. Any logos on air will not be cleared.To load logos from the new path, follow these steps:1. Press the ReloadLogos soft button2. Make one of the following choices:

• Press the ...Reload All to load new logos over the old logos (replacing all logos)

• Press the ...Reload New to load only logos whose numbers are not already used by the current loaded logos

• Press ...Cancel to return to the Logo Path menu.As a security feature, none of the above operations will clear logos that are on air or on preview in any layer.



Default Pos.The position value of newly created logos is determined by the values set in this parameter. Each of the x and y values, can either be a numerical value (such as 0,0 – the top left hand corner of the active picture), or the screen centre. The first value denotes x – or the horizontal position and the seconds value denotes y – or the vertical position.To change the default to a numerical value, follow these steps:1. Enter the numerical value (positive values only).2. Press the # Pos X soft button for the horizontal default

ORPress the # Pos Y soft button for the vertical default.

To change the default to be center of active picture for new logos, follow these steps:1. Press the Centre… soft button.2. Press one of these soft buttons:

• Press the H only soft button to have horizontal centering on new logos.• Press the V only soft button to have vertical centering on new logos.• Press the Both soft button to have both horizontal and vertical centering

on new logos.

Default FadesThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Default OpacityWhen a logo is first created, its opacity is set to the default value shown by this parameter. To change the default opacity for all new logos, follow these steps:1. Enter the new value (0% – 100%).2. Press the # Opacity soft button.

Apology LogoThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Apology FaultThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Apology TimeThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Prog. OutputThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

NoteUsing the centering feature will show “Centre” on both the Engineering set-up page and on the position parameter values for new logos on the Logo menu. The numerical values will not actually be calculated for centered logos until the logo size has been determined by loading in a fill or key source. Some file formats contain position information (such as the previous LogoMotion MGI format). Where a logo is created from graphics files which contain valid position values, those values will be used instead of the defaults



Prev. OutputThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

On-Air LogosWhen IconLogo powers up, it loads up all the logos and engineering setup information from a combination of its compact flash card and any network file systems that it may use. In this way, all logos created and modified and all system settings are retained by the machine, regardless of how long it is switched off. For machines that are used almost continuously in a live situation, when there is a power outage the machine will reload all logos, and immediately put back on air those logos that had been on air when the power was lost. To select this mode, press the Restore soft button.

In other situations (such as when a new system is brought on line with the compact flash settings copied from another machine), it would be advantageous to have the system load everything, but not immediately air the logos. To select this mode, press the Don't Restore soft button.

Soft Pot WrapThis parameter is a user preference, which wraps soft pot movement in all menus between the last and first parameters.• To enable the wrap feature, press the Wrap On soft button.• To disable the wrap feature, press the Wrap Off soft button.

Trans Flip-FlopThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Machine ID (and Panel Release)The IconLogo control panel can control any IconLogo module on its network. To enable easy identification when selecting which machine to control, give each unit a unique name (for example, channel name).To change the machine name, follow these steps:1. Press the Rename... soft button or the bottom soft pot. The name shown in

the menu will be cleared.2. Using a standard PC keyboard plugged into the control panel, enter the new

name.3. To finish, choose one of these options:

• Press the ...Enter soft buttonOR

NoteTo minimize time-to-air from a power recycle, the logos which were last on-air are loaded from compact flash (or network) first. This is regardless of which Reboot option is selected.



• Press the bottom soft potOR

• Press the keyboard <Enter> key.During keyboard entry, the following operations are available:• To clear the currently entered text, press the Clear soft button.• To delete the last entered character, press the <Backspace> key on the

keyboard.• To cancel the renaming operation and revert the previous name, press the

...Cancel soft button.• To stay in edit mode but enter the previous name as a starting point, press

the As Before soft button.• To release control of the current machine, select the Release... soft button.

• ...Cancel cancels the action and returns to the previous selections.• ...Confirm releases control of the current machine. The control panel

no longer has control of the machine.• To switch the temperature display for the this menu between Celsius and

Fahrenheit, select the Switch C/F soft button.

NetworkIconMaster uses an external 100Base-T Ethernet port on the rear connector module, for connection to the network for control panels and for network file systems (which can be used for NFS attached storage for graphics and logo files). This network connection is entirely independent of the CCS network that operates through the resource module on the NEO frame. As such, the network detail needs to be set up for each IconMaster unit (even though in practice all IconMaster units will have identical settings except for their IP addresses).Use the Network selection of the Set-up menu for setting the following network details:• Machine IP address• Host table – to assign names to IP address for NFS servers used by the

IconLogo unit• Routing table – to assign routes from the network on which the IconMaster

sits, to other networks via gateway machines (i.e., machines that have network connections on both the local and the remote networks)



To set the IP Address, follow these steps:1. Press the IP Address… soft button.2. Enter the new IP address using the panel number pad (or external

keyboard), using the colon character (“:”) in place of the dots in the IP address.

While changing the IP address, the soft buttons change to provide the following functions:• Press the As Before soft button to recall the previous value. In this way you

can just change the last value.• Press the Clear soft button to clear the entered value and start again.• Press the ...Cancel soft button to cancel the whole operation and restore the

previous value• Press the ...Enter soft button to end the operation and save the new IP

Address of the machine. (Pressing the <Enter> key on the keyboard has the same effect.)

To access the Host table setup menu:Press the Hosts… soft button. The menu will change to show the host table entries on the left and the routing table entries on the right.• Press the Add soft button to add a new entry to the table.• Press the Delete soft button to delete the selected table entry.

• Press the ...Cancel soft button to cancel the operation and start again.• Press the ...Confirm soft button to delete the table entry.

• Use the soft pots to select each parameter in the new entry and press the Modify… soft button. Enter the machine name in the left column and enter the IP address of the entry in the right column.

While modifying entries, the soft buttons change to provide the following functions:• Press the As Before soft button to recall the previous value. In this way you


previous value• Press the ...Enter soft button to end the operation and save the new value

for the entry. (Pressing the <Enter> key on the keyboard has the same effect.)

To access the Routing table setup menu, follow these steps:Press the Routing… soft button. The menu will change to show the host table entries on the left and the routing table entries on the right.• Press the Add soft button to add a new entry to the table• Press the ...Delete soft button to delete the selected table entry.

• Press the ...Cancel soft button to cancel the operation and start again.

NotePerforming this operation, if it changes the IP address of the machine, will inevitably release the machine from panel control (as the panel does not know about the change of address). Therefore, to regain control of the panel, the new IP address must be entered into the panel's list of “reachable” machines. See“Adding a Machine’s IP Address” on page 221 for details.



• Press the ...Confirm soft button to delete the table entry.• Use the soft pots to select each parameter in the new entry and press the

Modify… soft button. Enter the name of the gateway machine in the right hand column and enter the IP address of the network to which it acts as gateway in the left hand column.

While modifying entries, the soft buttons change to provide the following functions:• Press the As Before soft button to recall the previous value. In this way you


previous value• Press the ...Enter soft button to end the operation and save the new value

for the entry. Pressing the <Enter> key on the keyboard has the same effect.• Press the ...Confirm soft button to end the operation and save the new value

for the entry. Pressing the <Enter> key on the keyboard has the same effect.

Boot PriorityWhen the system is powered up, this selection indicates where the IP address is read from.• Press Compact Flash to use the IP address from Compact Flash.• Press NVRAM to use the IP address that was being used when the system

was powered off.

FTP UserThe file systems on both the compact flash and the software flash-stick (on which the system code and firmware resides), is accessible over the network via FTP. This allows new firmware/software to be transferred directly to the flash stick, or logo images to be FTP transferred directly onto the compact flash. To override the default user for FTP transfer, follow these steps:1. Press the Change… soft button.2. Enter the new user name.3. Press the Enter soft button

ORPress the <Enter> key on the keyboard.

While modifying entries, the soft buttons change to provide the following functions:• Press the As Before soft button to recall the previous value.• Press the Clear soft button to clear the entered value and start again.• Press the...Cancel soft button to cancel the whole operation and restore the

previous value.



FTP PasswordTo change the FTP password, follow these steps:1. Press the Change soft button.2. Enter the new FTP password.3. Press the Enter soft button

ORPress the <Enter> key on the keyboard.

While modifying entries, the soft buttons change to provide the following functions:• Press the Clear soft button to clear the entered value and start again.• Press the ...Cancel soft button to cancel the whole operation and restore the

previous value.

TimeThe IconLogo main board has a built-in, battery backed, real time clock. This clock is used as the time stamp for files created in the file system on the compact flash. It may also be used as a source of time for on-air clocks (if a time code source is not available).To select the time code as the source of time for on-air clocks, press the Timecode soft button.The currently selected time code source will be used as the source for time (see “Timecode” on page 200).To change the time source for on-air clocks to be the internal clock, press the # Internal soft button.To alter the time on the internal clock, follow these steps:1. Enter the time as hours; hours and minutes; or hours, minutes, and seconds

(using the colon character “:” on the keypad as a delimiter).2. Press the # Internal soft button. Time entry precedence is as follows:• If only one number is entered (e.g., 13), only the hour will be changed (so if

the time shown was 11:34:02, the time will be changed to 13:34:02).• If two numbers are entered delimited by a “:” character (e.g., 13:16), the

hour and minute will be changed (so 11:34:02 will become 13:16:02).• If three numbers are entered delimited by a “:” character (e.g., 16:16:09),

the hour, minutes, and seconds will be set (so 11:34:02 will become 16:16:09).

DateThe IconLogo system date (for use with time-stamping the date on the file system) is maintained by the internal system clock.



To set the date, follow these steps:1. Enter the day; or the day and month; or the day, month, and year (delimited

by the “:” key).2. Press the # Date soft button.Date entry precedence is as follows:• Entering a single value (e.g., 5) will change the day only (so 4th July 2003,

would become 5th July 2003).• Entering two values (e.g., 5:6) will change the day and the month (so 4th

July 2003 would become 5th June 2003).• Entering three values (e.g., 5:6:4) will change the day, month, and year (so

4th July 2003 would become 5th June 2004).

TimecodeThe system time code (which is intended as the source of the real-time on-air clocks), can be derived from one of three sources as follows:• Press the LTC soft button to select the input LTC as the time code source.• Press the DCF soft button to select the input DCF as the time code source.• Press the # Set Int. soft button to select an internal time code counter as the

time code source. This counter is reset to zero when IconMaster is powered up. It counts in frames, synchronous to the video reference supplied to the selected video reference input.

If using the internal time code source, to reset the time code to any valid time code value, follow these steps to enter a new value:1. Enter the frames (FF); or seconds and frames (SS:FF); or minutes, seconds,

and frames (MM:SS:FF); or hours, minutes, seconds, and frames (HH:MM:SS:FF), using the colon character (“:”) as the delimiter.

2. Press the #Set Int soft button.Time code entry precedence is as follows:• Entering a single valid value in the range (0-24 for 625-line or 0-29 for

525-line video) will change the entire time code value to 00:00:00:FF – where FF is the value entered.

• Entering two valid values, delimited by the “:” key, will change the seconds and frames of the time code.

• Entering three valid values, delimited by the “:” key will change the minutes, seconds and frames of the time code.

• Entering four valid values, delimited by the “:” key will change the hours, minutes, seconds and frames of the time code.

• Entering a single value larger than the permitted number of frames per seconds for the current video standard will result in the value being taken as frames and converted into time code (so, for example, in 525-line, a value of 203 will result in the time code being set to 00:00:06:23).

NoteDo not enter more than two digits for the year; 20xx is assumed.

NoteThe timecode value is updated on the control panel display once every 5 video frames, which may give the frame display the appearance of being jumpy (this is normal).



T/C OffsetWhen an external time code source is used as the time source for on-air clocks, it is possible that the real time may be offset from the time required to be transmitted (it may for example pass through a large delay before being transmitted, or it may be transmitted to a different time zone). In such cases the time code offset parameter, allows the user to alter the time used between the on-air clocks in either advance (positive offset) or behind (negative offset), the input time code.To enter an offset in advance of the time code (positive offset), follow these steps:1. Enter the required time code (for setting internal time code, use the

precedence rules as described above).2. Press the # TC OffSet button.

To enter an offset behind the input time code (negative offset), follow these steps:1. Enter the offset in advance of the time code (as described above).2. Press the Offset +/- soft button to change its polarity.3. Alternatively, enter the value preceded by the “+/-” key from the keypad,

then press the # TC OffSet soft button.

TemperatureOn-Air digital clocks may be displayed with or without a temperature value. This temperature value may be derived from an external probe (available as an option) or entered manually.To select the temperature source, follow these steps:1. Press the Ext. Probe soft button to select the external probe as the

temperature source. (If this option is selected when the probe is not connected, the temperature will always show zero degrees centigrade 0°C or thirty-two degrees Fahrenheit 32°F.)

2. Press the # Manual soft button to select the manually entered temperature value.

To change the manually entered value, follow these steps:1. Enter the value in centigrade (to the nearest 1/10th of a degree).2. Press the # Manual soft button.As practical locations for the temperature probe may produce a variation between the temperature read and the actual temperature, an offset (positive or negative) may be entered. The offset can be set to an accuracy level of 1/10th of a degree centigrade (even though the temperature shown on-air might only be shown to the nearest degree). To enter the offset, follow these steps:1. Enter the required offset (preceded by the +/- key for negative offsets).2. Press the # Probe Offset soft button.

NoteWhenever a non-zero offset is present, the time displayed on on-air clocks, will be offset from the input time code. Each individual clock, does however have its own offset, so that clocks for different time zones can be created and called up without having to alter the system parameters.

NotePress the “+/-” key to toggle the typed-in value between + and –.



GPI/OThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration. GPI/Os should not be assigned in the IconMaster configuration.

H & V OffsetThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Fade-To-BlackEnsure this function is set to Disable in the IconMaster configuration.

Setup Menu (Cont.) PageFurther setup items and the machine's status are shown in this menu. To select this menu, press More... from the main Engineering Setup page. It displays the following parameters:• More setup parameters• Parameters that change as an indirect consequence of user action (such as

percentage of disk space used)• Parameters that may change without user interaction (such input status)

Figure 7-26. Setup Menu (Cont.)

DDR AlarmThe DDR Alarm parameter allows you to set a CCS alarm when the available DDR memory usage exceeds a given threshold. This threshold is set as follows:1. Enter the percentage (1% –100%) at or above which the alarm is to register.



2. Press the # DDR Alarm soft button.You may clear this alarm only by increasing the threshold or by deleting logos to reduce the logo store usage.

Disk AlarmThe Disk Alarm parameter allows you to set a CCS alarm when the compact flash disk capacity exceeds a given threshold. This threshold is set as follows:1. Enter the percentage (1% –100%) at or above which the alarm is to register.2. Press the # Disk Alarm soft button.

Sync SelectThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Capture ModeThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Capture PathThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

VB ControlThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

VB LinesThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Instant ClocksThe Instant Clocks parameter boosts the priority of up to 2 clocks to frequently used clocks. The clocks will be available to be put on air at any given time.To set the clock logo number, enter the logo number on the keypad, and then press either the # Logo 1 soft button or the # Logo 2 soft button.

Extra LicensesSee “Select Disable EAS.” on page 208 for more information about this feature.

EAS LogosSee “EAS Logos Menu” on page 205 for more information about this feature.

EAS ProtocolSee “EAS Logos Menu” on page 205 for more information about this feature.

VB TriggersThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

NoteThis menu item is not available with the IconMaster.



Field RateThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

HD StandardThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Machine Status Menu PageThe next setup menu page provides status information for various items.

Prog. InThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Fill InThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Key InThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Ref. InThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

SDI AudioThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

AES AudioThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

LTC InThe LTC In parameter shows the status of the LTC time code input as OK or Missing.

DCF InThe DCF In parameter shows the status of the DCF time code input as OK or Missing.

MGI TypeThe MGI Type parameter shows the signal type for the machine in use. • Std. Def. – standard definition• Hi. Def. – high definition• Analog – This parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.



DDR CapacityThe DDR Capacity parameter shows the total available and the percentage usage of the video/audio store used for holding logos. A CCS alarm is available to flag when this parameter exceeds a user-preset threshold.

Sys. MemoryThe Sys. Memory parameter shows the total available and the percentage usage of the processor memory.

Disk SpaceThe Disk Space parameter shows the size of the compact flash disk and percentage of it that has been used.

S/W VersionThe S/W Version parameter shows the version of the software installed on the machine.

Built OnThe Built On parameter shows the date and time of the build for the machine’s software and firmware.

Fonts LoadedThe Fonts Loaded parameter shows status of currently loaded fonts.

EAS Logos MenuThe EAS Logos menu allows you to prepare logos for EAS message insertion. An IconMaster can be connected directly to an EAS encoder/decoder or character generator, thus enabling you to insert emergency notification messages directly into the broadcast stream as a regular scrolling text crawl. An external EAS receiver is required to allow this feature to become operational. For details, please contact Customer Service.

Enabling the License KeyBefore you enable the EAS communication feature, make sure you have obtained an appropriate license key. You will need to provide Customer Service representative with the serial number of your MGI-3901 module. (You can find out the serial number of your MGI-3901 by pressing the # Key while in the Extra Licenses field. The number will be displayed on the IconLogo screen.) You will also need Text Crawl feature enabled (see “Text Crawl and Titling” on page 179).

NoteUpon completion of these preparatory procedures, the EAS/IconMaster setup will operate automatically. See page 126 for more information about system operation.

NoteYou must have purchased this option to obtain a license key. One license key will enable all of the purchased options.



In the IconLogo control panel:1. Select Eng. 2. Press the More button to access additional choices.3. Select Extra Licenses.4. Press the # Key button.

Figure 7-27. Extra Licenses Menu

5. Enter the license key provided by your Customer Service representative.“The option is now active” message will display on the bottom left of the screen and (+) will show after EAS in the Extra Licences parameter to indicate that EAS has been enabled.



Configuring an MGI-3901 to Work with EAS Devices1. Select EAS Protocol.2. Choose the protocol used by your EAS device (TFT, Sage, or GR).3. Select EAS Logos.

Figure 7-28. EAS Logos Menu

4. Enter the logo numbers for EAS Text and EAS Quick Select. (EAS Text and EAS Quick Select are described on page 208.)

5. Alternatively, you can disable EAS by pressing the Disable button.Note

You can still choose logo numbers for Text and Quick Select, even if they are not configured yet, and configure them later. However, if you operate the EAS before these items are configured, an erroneous ON AIR output message will result.



Preparing Logos for EAS Message InsertionTo insert EAS messages in the broadcast stream you must prepare a set of three logos: a text crawl, a Background logo, and a Quick Select logo.• Text crawl: The text crawl is the actual text “box” into which EAS message

will be inserted. Properties such as font type, position, etc., can be set according to your preferences. (See “Text Crawl and Titling” on page 179 for information on setting up a text crawl.)Beginning on page 182, a number of important text crawl parameters are listed. The In. Pos/Pause parameter should be set to Rwnd (always starts crawl at the beginning). Wrap around should be set to Crawl Out. Repeat should be set to 3 (stops the crawl after three iterations). The End Action selection should be Take Next Logo (when the crawl stops, the background is taken off as well).The EAS message text will be decoded by the IconLogo and inserted as the text of the assigned logo. If text has been manually entered into the Text Crawl, it will be overwritten by the decoded text.

• Background logo: The Background logo is the background layer for the displayed message (if desired).

• Quick select logo: The Quick select logo contains a macro that tells the IconLogo what to do when an EAS message arrives. The macro specifies the text crawl and the background layer. It is recommended that you put the text crawl on layer 1, and the background logo on layer 2. Layers 3 and 4 are not required (see “Quick Selects” on page 179).

Make sure that the text crawl specified in Quick Select macro corresponds to the text crawl selected in the EAS Logos item of Eng menu.

Disabling EAS MessagesIf you want to disable the EAS, follow these steps:1. Select Eng. 2. Press the More button to access additional choices.3. Select EAS Protocol.4. Select EAS Logos.5. Select Disable EAS.

NoteA macro is series of commands and instructions that you group together as a single command to accomplish a task automatically.


Chapter 8

IconLogo SoftPanel Software Application

OverviewThis chapter describes how to install and operate the IconLogo SoftPanel software application.The following topics are found in this chapter:• “Installing the Software” on page 210• “Removing IconLogo SoftPanel” on page 212• “Control Panel Operation” on page 212


Chapter 8: IconLogo SoftPanel Software Application

Installing the SoftwareThe IconLogo Soft Panel software application has the same functionality as the hardware control panel. Using the soft panel, you can control the IconLogo through an external terminal that can be located away from the IconLogo system.You must install certain required hardware and software before you can install and operate the IconLogo software. See page 128 for details. Once those requirements are met, follow these steps:1. If an existing version of IconLogo is installed on the PC, uninstall it, and

then restart the PC.2. Close all other applications running on the PC and insert the Installation CD

into the PC CD-ROM drive.3. Double click Setup.exe if the setup does not start automatically4. When the Welcome box appears, click Next.5. When the Warning! box appears, click Next.6. When the Microsoft.NET framework box appears, follow the instructions,


complete file list on the left side of the window (see Figure 8-1). This displays all of the software that can be installed. The default is to install all of the software.To deselect a specific software option, click the arrow to the left of the option and then select X from the menu (see Figure 8-2).To change the default installation locations, click the Browse button and then follow the instructions.





8. Click Next to continue, and then click Next to start the installation.9. Click Finish when the Setup Complete box appears.10. Restart the computer.



Removing IconLogo SoftPanel1. Go to the Windows Control Panel (Start > Settings > Control Panel), and

then select Add/Remove Programs.2. Select IconSet from the list and follow the instructions provided on screen.

Control Panel OperationThe IconLogo Control Panel GUI has the same layout and functionality as the hardware control panel, but uses a terminal keyboard and mouse instead of pots and soft buttons. (See Figure 8-3 on page 212.) To select a soft button, left click on the mouse from the terminal.To navigate through the menus, use the arrow keys on the keyboard or hold down the Shift key and the left mouse button and scroll through the menu list with the mouse.

Figure 8-3. IconLogo Control Panel GUI

CAUTIONIf you remove IconSet, you will also remove LogoCreator, ContentEditor, and the IconMaster configuration utility.


Chapter 9

IconLogo Operation

OverviewThis chapter describes how to operate IconLogo modules.The following topics are found in this chapter:• “IconLogo Operation Workflow” on page 214• “IconLogo Control Panel Operation” on page 219• “EAS Device/IconMaster System Operation” on page 229


Chapter 9: IconLogo Operation

IconLogo Operation Workflow

Logo Storage and LoadingAt power-up, all previously-created logos are loaded from disk (local and/or network) into the large on-line graphics and audio stores on IconLogo’s main board. These remain on-line and instantly accessible at all times. For more information about creating logos, see page 136.Since IconLogo has such a large on-line store for both graphics and audio, 999 logo “slots” have been made available for instant recall. If many large animations and full screen clocks are stored, there may not be enough room for 999 of them. System warnings and the status display in the Engineering menu give the user indications that the storage is nearing full capacity.Each of these 999 logo slots can be one of five basic types:• Static logos• Animated logo (which may also be full-screen clips)• Analog clock • Digital clock (with or without temperature display)• Quick select• Text crawl and titling

A Logo Definition File is created internally for each logo created. This file contains all the information about the logo (in a readable text format). Logo Definition Files are kept by default in the compact flash card in the /pcdisk/llf directory. You can change location of these files from the Engineering menu on the control panel. In this way many different sets of up to 999 logos can be created and maintained for on-line access. You will not need to view or modify these files (and Harris recommends that they are only modified by IconLogo), but you should be aware of their existence to understand how the system works.After you create a logo, the graphics files used to create it must be accessible to IconLogo during power-up and when any changes are made to it. Logos may be altered from the Logo Menu at any time except when they are on air. This requires that the source of the graphics and audio files and the directory containing the Logo Definition Files (either compact flash card or network file system) must be available whenever changes are made.

NoteHarris recommends that you use different compact flash cards for each logo set, or that you use a larger compact flash card and separate directories created for each logo set.

CAUTIONOn power up, the Key functions for Keys 3 to 6 are not available until all of the IconLogo logos have been loaded from the compact flash card to the online memory. Selecting a key during this time will have no effect. Once all logos have been loaded, the key functionality will return to normal operation.

NoteView access to the Logo menu is available at all times, but to modify or create a logo, the locking mechanism in the Engineering Menu needs to be disabled. For details, see “Navigating the File Menu” on page 187.



Logo Storage and Transfer OptionsSeveral different file storage options are available with the IconLogo IconMaster modules. These storage options include the following:• Compact Flash• LogoTransfer Utility• File Transfer Protocol, or FTP

Compact Flash StorageIconLogo’s file system is contained on a removable compact flash card that is located in a socket on the front of the lower board in the IconLogo system. The file system on this card is compatible with the MS-DOS® operating system and, with the use of a compact flash PCMCIA adapter, files may be transferred directly on and off the card with a PC. This process can be performed safely when IconLogo is in operation because all data is read from the card when the machine is powered up. The only time the card is read after power-up is if new logos are created or others modified.

The card must always be in place when the machine is powered up.This system, while perfectly adequate for installations where logos are not frequently updated, will not suit busier systems where logos may be required to change daily or even be updated during programs. For this reason, the file system on the compact flash card is networked. Networking the file system provides the user with several options for transferring files on and off the compact flash card and even provides the opportunity to have many IconLogo units sharing the same graphics files and logos. The various options are described in this appendix for users who wish to take advantage of the flexibility the networked system offers.

LogoTransfer UtilityThis Windows plug-in allows for IconLogo systems to be represented as folders. The contents of this folder are the logs currently on the system. Transfer occurs with common file drag and drop functionality. Combined with the LogoCreator software, logo file transfer times are improved significantly.

File Transfer Protocol (FTP) The IconLogo system supports standard File Transfer Protocol, or FTP. This uses an FTP application on a host computer (Microsoft Windows operating systems, MS-DOS, or UNIX) to transfer files directly onto the compact flash from the host computer. In this way, your system will still have all logos and graphics files stored on the compact flash, but allows faster and remote file transfer using a standard 100Base-T network.

NoteWhile any compact flash card may be used for storage, Harris specifically recommends those manufactured by IBM, Fuji, Sandisk, and Lexar.

NoteSee“IconLogo DDR Storage Capacity” on page 247 for information concerning the storage capacities of various DDR modules that can be used with the IconLogo.

NoteLogoCreator software allows for conversion of image files to an mg2 format file. (See page 121 for details.)



The FTP protocol requires the operator to have a user name and password for the remote system (in this case IconLogo). IconLogo has a default user name and password but these may be changed from the Engineering menu. The case-sensitive defaults are as follows:• User Name: leitch• Password: LeitchAdmin

The following example shows how to FTP files onto the IconLogo compact flash by using an MS-DOS window.1. At a DOS prompt, start FTP on your PC from the directory the required

logo image files are stored. 2. Type the following FTP command (where LogoMachine is the IP address

of the IconLogo; for example 192.168.117.82):> ftp 192.168.117.82

3. Enter a user name and password when prompted. (You can change these from the Engineering menu.) The defaults are user name leitch, password LeitchAdmin.

4. Move ftp into the directory you want your images (image directory of the compact flash is best):> cd /pcdisk/image

5. Put into binary mode:> bin

6. Turn hash printing on:> hash

7. Transfer a file:> put myImage.bmp

8. Continue until all images are transferred.9. To end the session, type

> quitAt any stage you can change the local directory (where the images come from on your machine) by typing this command:

> cd C:/otherdir/animations

CAUTIONYou should change the user name and password from the defaults after the system has been installed, as the system provides no other protection from files being overwritten or deleted using FTP.



Other commands which may be useful are shown in Table 9-1.

System Setup for Local Logo Creation Using Graphics and .Wav Files on a Remote Server1. Go to the Engineering Set-Up menu.2. Use the soft pots to highlight Network.3. Press the Hosts soft key.4. At the Hosts menu:

a. Press Add.b. Scroll to Machine Name.c. Press Modify.d. Enter the remote machine name from the keyboard (which, in this

example, we will label NFS_server).e. Press Enter.

5. Perform the same steps for the IP address of the remote machine.6. Exit from this menu by pressing the ..Exit soft button.7. Create an empty directory (mount point); for example, /pcdisk/MyFolder.8. Press File. 9. Press File Path (use \.. + Select, if necessary, to navigate to the /pcdisk/*.*

directory).10. Press CreatePath.11. Using an external keyboard attached to the control panel, type MyFolder.12. Use the soft pots to highlight NFS Import.13. At the Setup menu:

a. Press Add.b. Scroll to Machine Name.c. Press Modify. d. Enter the remote machine name from the keyboard.e. Press Enter.

Table 9-1. Additional FTP Commands

Command Meaning> is Gives a list of subdirectories and files in the current directory

> mput allows you to copy multiple files from the local machine to the remote machine (you will be prompted for a y/n answer before transferring each file

> delete Allows you to delete a file

> help Allows you to request a list of all available FTP commands (e.g., help is would give specific help on the dir command)

NoteYou will need an external keyboard to carry out these operations.

NoteWhen using an exported repository for logo definition files, the servers NFS setup must allow Read and Write access to the exported path. (The default is usually Read Only).



14. Perform the same steps for the exported path on the remote server and the local path.

15. By selecting the /pcdisk/MyFolder/*.* path, you will see the files in the corresponding directory of your PC.

16. Exit from this menu by pressing the ..Exit soft button.17. Go to the File menu. 18. Press the FilePath soft key, then navigate to the top of the file structure. 19. The new export path will appear. You will now have access to all the image

and/or audio files on your remote server.

The speed and power of this setup will become apparent as changes made to the graphics file on the remote server can be imported to the MGI and cut to air in seconds.

System Setup for Accessing Audio/Video Logos Created on a Remote Server1. Go to the Engineering Set-Up menu.2. Use the soft pots to highlight Logo Path. This will most likely be set to /

pcdisk/llf, which is the default setting for the local compact flash file system.

3. Press the ChangePath soft key; then, using the external keyboard, enter the local path (for example, /extlogos).

4. Press the ReloadLogos... soft key, then press the ...Reload All soft key.Once the reloading operation is complete, all the logos created on the remote server are available for use. (See “Logo Path” on page 192 for additional information.

CAUTIONThe NFS server PC should be running all the time. Logos will not disappear if the network connection terminates but, IconLogo may not be able to load logos.

NoteYou will need an external keyboard to carry out these operations.

NoteThe path can only be changed to a valid local or remote exported directory and should have write access.



IconLogo Control Panel OperationThe IconLogo control panel is used for manual on-air control of the system as well as for off-line functions, such as system set up and the creation of logos. The panel can be configured to control one and slave another of any number of IconLogo units over the 100Base-T network. Any IconLogo available on the network may be grabbed by the panel for manual control or set up and then released when no longer required.The panel shown in Figure 9-1 has dedicated on-air control buttons and a number pad for selecting logos, previewing and taking them to air and for controlling animation playback. The 4-in. (10.16-cm) high resolution LCD display shows logo preview and system on-air status during manual on-air operation. An SVGA output on the rear of the panel ports the LCD display to a separate monitor if desired.

Figure 9-1. Remote Control Panel (Front)

The display, together with four soft buttons and two soft pots, provide IconLogo with a menu system that is powerful, yet easy to operate. See “Soft Buttons” on page 157 for more information on how the soft pots and buttons work. The five basic menus can be selected with the five menu buttons displayed on the left side of the panel. The five menus are as follows:• On-Air – This menu selection provides feedback during live operation as to

which logos are on air on each layer and which logos are cued to go on air next. It also provides previewing on the panel display of the logos on-air and next on the current layer.

• Preview – This menu selection allows you to manually browse through the available on-line logos, viewing each one on the panel display together with all relevant information such as title, size, opacity, position, etc.

• Logo – This menu selection allows you to create, set up, and manage all logos. It also works interactively with the File menu for locating and browsing source files for the logos.



• File – This menu selection provides a file and directory view of all file systems available to IconLogo, both locally on the compact flash disk and across the network. It also allows file viewing and fast creation of logos.

• Eng – (Engineering or system menu) This menu selection provides the set up for the entire system, including networking, and a status screen for locating problems in the system (such as loss of input or control signal).

Some menus require keyboard entry, so a standard PS2 keyboard socket is available on the rear of the panel. A keyboard is required for network configuration, renaming logos, and text crawl and titling logos. Normal operation does not require the keyboard to be connected to the panel.A 15-pin SVGA output is also available on the panel to show the control panel LCD display on an external monitor. The panel’s 4–in. (10.16 cm) LCD display provides enough resolution and detail for normal operation, but during logo set up, a larger display may be preferred.The numeric keypad has the following special function keys:• TC – This special function key displays the time code entry in either frames

or seconds.• CLR – This special function key clears the entry.• SEL – This special function key displays the selected logo on the preview

output.• ←Backspace – This special function key deletes the last keystroke.

Setting Up the Control PanelThe IconLogo control panel is capable of controlling one and slaving another of any number of IconLogo systems on the same network. The display on the control panel as first powered up is shown in page 220.Since the control panel is part of a networked system, the control panel, when first powered up, will not be able to talk to your IconLogo. You must define the IP address of the IconLogo “machine(s)” you want it to control.

Figure 9-2. Display on New Panel



Adding a Machine’s IP AddressUse the number pad to enter the IP address of the IconLogo machine you want to talk to. Use the colon button to punctuate the address where you would enter a dot. The number pad value will be displayed in the top right hand corner of the display (see Figure 9-3). After entering the IP Address, press the Add soft button.

Figure 9-3. Entering an IP Address

For example, to add the IP Address 192.168.117.73, press1 9 2 : 1 6 8 : 1 1 7 : 7 3 [Add]The display will then show the new machine and any previously entered machines (see Figure 9-4 on page 222).

NoteIn the menu descriptions that follow, “machine” refers to a IconLogo card set.



Selecting a MachineFor each machine, its name (if entered via keyboard) is shown together with its current network status as follows:• Available – the machine is available for control• Unreachable – the machine cannot be reached (either not powered up or

there is a network connection problem)• Busy – the machine is being controlled by another panel

Figure 9-4. Machine Selection

To select a machine, use the top soft pot to scroll to and highlight a machine, then press the Select soft button.



If the machine is available it will display the On-Air Menu (see Figure 9-5). If there are any logos on preview or on-air for the selected layer, they will be shown in place of the “None” logos.

Figure 9-5. On Air Menu



Removing a Machine From the NetworkWhen a machine will no longer be used in the network, or needs its IP Address changed, you must remove the old IP Address: select the machine with the top soft pot, then press the Remove… soft button. A new soft button selection will appear, which will allow you to cancel or confirm the machine’s removal from the network list (see Figure 9-6).

Figure 9-6. Removing a Machine from Panel

Powering Down the Control PanelHarris strongly recommends that you properly shut down the control panel before you disconnect the power.To shut down the control panel, follow these steps:1. Press the Panel Admin. soft button.

A new soft button will appear.2. Press the ...PowerDown soft button.3. Wait for the message “It's now safe to turn off your computer” to be

displayed.4. Disconnect the power cord.



Configuring a New System

The default IP address of a new IconLogo system is 192.168.117.88. You can change the default IP address after you have the control panel “talking” to it. To configure a new system, follow these steps:1. Isolate the network between the panel and IconLogo, or use a single crossed

Ethernet cable between the IconLogo boards and the panel.2. Add the IP Address 192.168.117.88 to the control panel list as described on

page 221.3. Press the Select soft button to select the machine.4. Change the IP address of the machine (for more detail on how to do this, see

“Adding a Machine’s IP Address” on page 221).5. Cycle the power on the IconLogo system in the NEO frame.

6. Add your machine’s new IP address to the panel machine list as described above.

7. Select the machine. You should now be able to introduce the machine to your network.

8. Remove the default IP address from the control panel machine list before putting the control panel back on the network.

Disconnecting the Control PanelTo disconnect the remote control panel, follow these steps:1. Press the Engineering menu.2. Select the “Machine ID” item using the soft pot.3. Select the Release soft button.4. Select the Confirm soft button

ORDouble press the Eng button.

Changing the IP Address of the Control PanelTo change the IP address of the MGI-RCP-XX, you must connect a PS2 keyboard and mouse to the control panel, using the “Y” lead adaptor supplied with the keyboard.1. Type Ctrl X to exit the MGI application.

CAUTIONHarris recommends that a dedicated network be used for IconLogo systems, control panels, and any file servers they use for source logos. Harris also recommends using a router to connect to other networks where the source material for the logos is generated to keep IconLogo network traffic down and to optimize system performance.

NoteIconLogo and its control panel are designed to operate on a single subnet. Operation across subnets is not explicitly supported.



2. From the Windows taskbar, select Start > Settings > Control Panel.3. Select the Network icon.4. Select the TCP/IP Realtek RTL8139/810X Family PCI Fast Ethernet

NIC entry.5. Click the Properties button.6. Select the IP Address tab.7. Select the Specify an IP address radio button.8. Enter the required IP address and subnet mask.9. Click OK, and then click OK again.

You will then be prompted to restart your control panel for the changes to be accepted.

On-Air OperationLayer Selection

IconLogo has four on-air layers, each of which can put any of the available logos on-air. Up to 999 logo slots are available for building logos; each of these may be either static, animated or clock logos. The clocks can be either analog or digital, and the digital clocks can be shown with or without temperature. There are no limitations on which logos can be put onto which layers. It is possible, therefore, to put four clocks on air, each with a different style and showing a different time.

Layer PrioritiesLayers are prioritized such that layer 1 has the highest priority and layer 4 has the lowest priority. Layers are taken to air using the IconMaster keyers; Layer 1 is taken to air using Key 3, Layer 2 is taken to air using Key 4, Layer 3 is taken to air using Key 5, and Layer 4 is taken to air using Key 6.The layer prioritization only matters where logos on different layers overlap on air. However, the prioritization of layers can be used to produce composite effects, which appear to be single logo. For example, an analog clock, which appears to have an animated face that moves every quarter of an hour, could be constructed from a normal analog clock which has a face logo with zero key values. The face animation would then be placed on the layer below, centered exactly where the original clock face would have been. The clock hands would then operate as normal and be displayed over an invisible face, which would reveal the animated face on the layer below.Priorities of the layers are fixed. However, from the On-Air menu you can swap layers, so that logos on preview and program together with all settings for the layer are swapped with another. To swap layers, follow these steps:1. Select one of the layers you wish to swap using the Layer Select buttons.



2. From the On-Air Menu press the Swap Layer… soft button.3. Select the layer you wish to swap with using the soft keys which show the

other layers.The current layer selection will change to the layer you swapped with, so that the logo selection remains the same.

Multiple Layer OperationsWhile under manual control, all on-air operations on IconLogo apply to the layer currently selected on the control panel. To select the required layer, simply press one of the layer select buttons. The currently selected layer’s button will illuminate.

The On-Air MenuIn the On-Air menu, the current layer’s preview and program logos are shown, together with information about the logos’ size, position, and type. A typical On-Air menu is shown in Figure 9-7.

Figure 9-7. Typical On-Air Menu

Numerical Logo SelectionTo put a logo on-air, either the required logo number must be known or you must look for the required logo in the menu system. The following section describes all the available methods for putting logos on air from the control panel when you know the logo number.

Selecting a Transition TypeTransition types displayed on the IconLogo soft panel do not apply. Transition types follow the selection mode on the IconMaster control panel.



Logo SequencesThis parameter does not apply in the IconMaster configuration.

Finding a Logo Using the Preview MenuThe previous section concentrated on selecting logos when you already knew the logo number. When you do not know a logo’s number, the Preview menu is the fastest way to locate it. From this menu, once the logo has been found it can be selected onto the Preview for taking to air with a single button press. Figure 9-8 shows a typical layer menu that displays the details of Logo 22.

Figure 9-8. Typical Preview Menu

To find the required logo, follow these steps:1. Press the Preview Menu button.2. Scroll through the available logos. The logos will appear on the menu

together with details of the type, name, size, position, and opacity on screen.3. A high-resolution thumbnail of the logo appears in the menu (although not

updating as fast as the logo details).4. If the “Follow Menus” option is set in the Engineering menu, the Preview

output will show the currently selected logo as it changes in the Preview menu.

Once the required logo has been found, to select the logo to a layer, follow these steps:1. Press the Sel button on the number pad. It will then appear on the current

layer’s, preview and program selection as shown on the On-Air menu, which will be automatically selected.



2. Press the TAKE button on the IconMaster control panel to put the logo on air.

Selecting a Logo from the Logo MenuWhen a logo has just been created or modified, in certain situations it may be desirable to take this logo directly to a layer. To do this, the logo selection works the same way as described in the previous section for the Preview menu.When the panel is in the Logo menu and the Logo menu shows the logo that is required on air, follow these steps:1. Press the Sel button on the number pad. It will then appear on the current

layer’s Preview selection as shown on the On-Air menu (which will be automatically selected).

2. Press the TAKE or CUT buttons on the IconMaster control panel.

EAS Device/IconMaster System OperationUpon completion of the preparatory procedures described in “EAS Logos Menu” on page 205, the combined EAS device/IconMaster system will operate automatically. When an EAS message is received, it will be put on the selected layers immediately with the appropriate background, other logos, etc., as per the settings you selected. The length of time the EAS message will stay on the layers is determined by the Text Crawl Repeat parameter (see page 123).If another EAS message arrives, it will be put on the layers immediately, regardless if the previous message was already taken out or not.To air an EAS message, the appropriate keyers must be enabled on the IconMaster with no logo selections made. In this mode of operation, the keyers are on-air, but do not contribute any content, no logo selected. When an EAS message is received, it will be instantaneously put to air and on completion, the no logo selection is restored.


Chapter 10

Specifications

OverviewThe following tables list specifications for the IconMaster system.• “Inputs” on page 232• “Outputs” on page 233• “Audio” on page 234• “GPI Inputs and Outputs” on page 237• “Power Consumption” on page 237• “MGI-3901” on page 238• “Miscellaneous Items” on page 239Specifications and designs are subject to change without notice.


Chapter 10: Specifications

Inputs

Serial Digital Video

Analog Video Reference

Table 10-1. Serial Digital Video Specifications

Item SpecificationNumber of inputs 7; A, B, Fill1, Key1, Fill2, Key2, squeeze background

StandardSDTVHDTV

270 Mb/s per SMPTE 259M 525i/59.94, 625i/501.485 Gb/s serial per SMPTE 292M 1080i/50, 1080i/59.94, 1080i/60, 720p/50, 720p/59.94

Equalization Automatic up to 100m (328 ft.) of Belden 1694

Connector type BNC

Return loss (HD only) >18 dB

Impedance 75Ω

Table 10-2. Analog Video Reference Input Specifications

Item SpecificationConnector type BNC

Number of inputs 1 Genlock

Return loss -40 dB to 6 MHz

Impedance 75Ω

Reference type NTSC/PAL, color black, or 525/625 comp sync or Tri-Level per SMPTE 240M29.97/30/60/25

Level 200 mV to 2 V nominal

Connector type BNC



Outputs

Digital Video

Keyers

System Video Delay

Table 10-3. Digital Video Outputs Specifications

Item SpecificationStandard

SDTVHDTV

270 Mb/s per SMPTE 259M 525i/59.94, 625i/501.485 Gb/s serial per SMPTE 292M 1080i/50, 1080i/59.94, 1080i/60, 720p/50, 720p/59.94

SDTV 270Mb/s 525/625 per SMPTE 259M

HDTV 1.485 Gb/s serial per SMPTE 292M 1080i/720p at 29.97, 60, 25, etc.

Connector type BNC

Number of inputs 4; PGM (2), PRV, CLEAN

Return loss >18 db

Impedance 75Ω

Table 10-4. Keyer Output Specifications

Item SpecificationNumber of keyers 3

Number of key processors

2

Key types 2 external fill and key1 MGI PGM and PST; each is key and fill

Key modes Multiplicative; additive; self (Key 1, 2); matte (Key 1, 2)

Table 10-5.

Item SpecificationFX module installed +1 frame

No FX module installedSDTVHDTV

3.7 μs + (0 to 1) video line1.5 μs + (0 to 1) video line



Audio

Embedded

Discrete Audio for Audio Over

Table 10-6. Embedded Audio Specifications

Item SpecificationStandard

SDTVHDTV

Per SMPTE 272M (embedded as 20-bit audio only)Per SMPTE 299M (embedded as 24-bit audio)48 KHz per AES3-1992

ChannelsSDHD

2 groups (4 AES pair, 8 Ch. Discrete)4 groups (8 AES pair, 16 Ch. Discrete)

Mode • Delete existing• Delete existing and rewrite new audio groups

HANCSDTVHDTV

Non-audio data will be repacked and rewritten Non-audio data will not be repacked and rewritten

Table 10-7. Discrete Audio for Audio Over Specifications

Item SpecificationInput/Output 2 AES

Resolution 24-bit operation (20 bit operation set at the output by configuration)

Sampling rateInput 48 KHz (33, 44.1KHz)

Sample rate converterSRC disable No

Connector Multi-pin DB62

Format AES audio levels



Discrete AES Audio Bus A and BThe following specifications apply when the optional MKA-3901 audio module is used in conjunction with the IconMaster.Note

AES 3-1992 allows the LSB to be used for “Non-Program Audio.” If the LSBs are being used this way, the SRC must be turned off to allow for 20-bit operation. If the data is 20 bit, but the LSBs are all “0,” no action needs to be taken.

Table 10-8. Discrete AES Audio Bus A and B Specifications

Item SpecificationInput 4 AES in each for bus A and B

Output 4 AES for PGM, PST, Clean

ResolutionInputOutput

20- or 24-bit operation, set by data configuration bits (with SRC off)20- or 24-bit operation, user-selectable

Sample rate converterSRC disable No

Sampling rateInputOutput

48 KHz (33, 44.1 KHz)48 KHz

Connector Multi-pin DB62

Format AES audio levels



Audio Processor

AES User and Configuration Bits

Monitoring Audio Level

VANC DataFor 525 systems, line 21 may be selected to be part of active picture or blanking. Set this parameter using the IconMaster configuration software.

Table 10-9. Audio Processor Specifications

Item SpecificationNumber of bus inputs 2 - A, B

Number of AES streams 4

Channel assignment Not restricted within A path or B path

Modifiers • Left or right invert• Left and right sum• Independent left and right level

Number of audio overs 2

Transitions Dissolve, cut, V, |/, |/

Dolby handling • Restricting transition to “cut”• Other actions TBC

Audio delay • 160 μs without FX module installed• +1 frame with FX module installed

Table 10-10. AES User and Configuration Bits Specifications

Item SpecificationC bits input Read and analyzed for Format, word size only

C bits output • Reinserted based on “IconSet”• Selectable individually for each AES path• Implementation level is “standard”

U bits input Not read or used

U bits output • Reset to 0• Common for all AES paths

Table 10-11. Monitoring Audio Level Specifications

Item SpecificationMonitor gain control 0 to 100%

Table 10-12. VANC Data Specifications

Item SpecificationVANC data Data will be allowed to “pass through” video processor



GPI Inputs and OutputsIt is assumed that these inputs/outputs are externally isolated. They are low voltage TTL style input/outputs.

Input

Output

Power Consumption

Table 10-13. GPI Input Specifications

Item SpecificationQuantity 8

Type Non isolated TTL

Polarity Software specified

Voltage range -0.3 V to 5.3 V max

Current load 1 mA

Connector Part of 62-pin “D”-type

Table 10-14. GPI Output Specifications


Type Open drain


Voltage range -0.3 V to 5.3 V max

Load 40 mA max

Connector Part of 62-pin “D”-type

Table 10-15. Power Consumption

Item Power ConsumptionControl panel 250 W maximum; 150 W typical

Frame • NEO: <25 W• Panacea: 70 W (1RU) or 105 W (2RU)



MGI-3901Table 10-16. Timecode Input Specifications

Item SpecificationStandard ANSI/SMPTE12M time code (LTC)

Electrical 0.5 – 12 V p-p

Impedance >10 kΩ

Connector 2 pins of 44 pin HD “D” type

Table 10-17. Serial Communications Interface Specifications

Item SpecificationStandard RS-422 (SMPTE S207M)

Connector Female 9-way “D” type

Max output drive –0.25 V to + 6 V

Receiver input sensitivity

±200 mV

Data comms • 38400 baud• 8 bit• No parity• 1 stop bit

Table 10-18. Ethernet Port Specifications

Item SpecificationStandard 10/100Base-T IEEE 802.3u

Connector 8-pin RJ-45

Table 10-19. Temperature Probe Input Specifications

Item SpecificationElectrical 24 V to 75 R, current probe

Connector 2 pins of 44 pin HD “D” type



Miscellaneous Items

Table 10-20. General Purpose Interface (GPI) Input Specifications


Type Non-isolated TTL, diode protected (external isolation required for voltages outside the range)


Voltage range -0.3 V to +5.3 V

Current load 1 mA

Connector 44 pin HD “D” type

Table 10-21. General Purpose Interface (GPI) Output Specifications


Type TTL open drain/collector

Polarity software specified

Voltage range -0.3 V to +5.3 V

Load 100 mA max.

Connector 44 pin HD “D” type

Table 10-22. Miscellaneous Specifications

Item SpecificationTimecode Per ANSI / SMPTE 12M Via 44-pin, HD-type female connector

Ethernet 10/100BaseT IEEE 802.3u Via RJ-45, 8-pin

Serial communications

RS-422 (38400 baud, 8-bit, no parity, 1 stop bit) Per SMPTE 207M via dedicated DB-9, D-type female connector

Temperature probe

12-36 VDC, 4-20 mA via 44-pin, HD-type female connector

TemperaturePerformanceOperating

41° – 104°F (5° – 40°C)32° – 122°F (0° – 50°C)


Index

Keywords

AAdd parameter 104AES input and output pinouts 19–21AES user and configuration bits specifications 236Alarm definitions 81–83Alarms

major 80–81minor 80–81

All, Operator, and Tree View parameters 79Alpha channel 167Analog clock 122, 173–174Analog Part parameter 173Analog video reference specifications 232Anim Preview parameter 161, 171Anim Rate parameter 172Animation

features of IconLogo 121logo creation 136logo files 170logo menu 135

Anti-aliasing 164AO rat parameter 109Apology Logo, Fault, and Time parameters 194Assigning logos 148Audio

and video NSM routers 35breakout module

balanced 22, 30–31coaxial 22, 32

control 101, 107–109control panel 114–115processor specifications 236source breakaway 99specifications 234–236

Audio breakout modulebalanced 22, 30–31

coaxial 22, 32Audio button. See BreakawayAudio-over

buttons 92during effects transition 113transition 87

Aux Previewbus 86button 93

BBackground

button 92logo 208transition 87

Boot priority parameter 198Breakaway

buttons 94, 95options 98–100with discrete audio 99

Breakout modules 22–32Built On parameter 205Busses, Aux Preview, Program, and Preset 86Buttons

A/O 1 and A/O 2 92audio. See breakawayaux preview 93BKGD 92breakaway 94, 95cross-fade 97customizing 66date 200effects 112–113fade-fade 97fade-take 97fill browse 136FTB (fade to black) 111


Index

FX 95, 96, 112–113GPO 111Hold 95hold 94, 95key 92machine control type 95monitor control 115over 1 114over 2 114PGM/PST 93preroll 88preset/take 87quick select 111restore 195SIL (fade to silence) 111take 88take-fade 97tally indicators, breakaway button 98transition effects 95transition rate 94, 95transition type 95, 96v-fade 97video. See breakawayview file 163

Bypass relay control and jumper 24

CCapture Mode parameters 203Capture Path parameters 203Changing control panel IP address 225–226Channel B selection 112Clip parameter 104Clock Format parameter 177Communication protocols of IconLogo 126Compact flash card 81–82, 124, 198, 214, 215–216Components list 4Computer minimum requirements 4, 128Configurable

clusters 1 and 2 111transition functions 94–97

Configuring new IconLogo system 225–226Connectors

Ethernet 16main control panel 16MKA-3901 19–21multifunction I/O 17–18, 22test 16

Content editor

description 120, 143fonts

creating fonts 147–148font utility 146–147saving fonts 149using fonts 149

installing software 144–145logos

assigning logos 148saving logos 149using logos 149

operation 146–149removing software 145

Control cluster 101–102Control panel

disconnection 225GUI 212IconLogo 219–226IP address 225–226menus 154powering down 224

Control panel assembly 7Crawl Window parameter 181Creating

animation logo 136logos 151–208Quick Select logo 137static logo 136–137

Creating fonts 147–148Cross-Fade button 97Cue Action parameter 171Custom fonts and logos. See Content EditorCustomizing control panel pushbuttons 66Cut button. See Transition RateCutout dimensions 10

DDate soft button 200DCF In parameter 204DDR

alarm parameter 202capacity parameter 205memory 161

Default and animation views 135–136Default Fades parameter 194Default Opacity parameter 194Default Pos parameter 194Desk and tabletop mounting of control panels 10–13Device Logos window 140


Index

Dialog boxesfont utility 147, 149load to 141panel configuration 111primary input 94select features 130, 144–145, 210transition 88, 95

Digital clock 122, 175–178Digital Part parameter 176–177Digital video specifications 233Dimensions of cutouts 10Disconnecting IconLogo control panel 225Discrete

AES audio specifications 235audio breakaway 99audio specifications 234

Disk Alarm parameter 203Disk Space parameter 205Display parameter 168Display properties of PC monitor 128

EEAS Logos menu 205–208EAS Logos parameter 203EAS Protocol parameter 203, 207–208Effects (FX)

button 112–113control 101, 110

Embedded audio specifications 234Emergency Alert System (EAS)

connections 126device 229message insertion 208

End Action parameter 171Engineering menu 190–208Ethernet

connectors 16miscellaneous specifications 239port specifications 238

Exit parameter 105External logo creation 124Extra Licenses 179, 206Extra Licenses parameter 203

FFace Aspect parameter 174

Fade rates 169Fade to Black

FTB button 111parameter 202

Fade-fade buttons 97Fade-Take buttons 97Fast button. See Transition RateField Rate parameter 204File Menu 187–189File system of IconLogo 125File Transfer Protocol (FTP) 124, 215–216Fill Browse button 136Fill Offset parameter 170Fill parameter 104Fill Source parameter 161–164Flash card 81–82, 124, 198, 214, 215–216Font Origin parameter 178Font utility window 147, 149Fonts

creating 147–148saving 149

Fonts Loaded parameter 205FTP User and Password 198–199FX button 95, 96, 112–113

GGain parameter 104Genlock source type 17GPI input specifications 239GPI output specifications 239GPI/O parameter 202GPO button 111Graphics formats of IconLogo 121

HH & V Offset parameter 202Hardware requirements of PC 4, 128HD Standard parameter 204Hold button 94, 95

IIconLogo

control panel 219–226description 120, 209


Index

featuresanalog clock features 122animation features 121digital clock features 122logo features 121quick select features 123text crawl features 123text titling features 123

logoscreating logos 124storage 123transferring logos 124

soft panel 120, 210–212software installation 210–212system overview 125

ICONM-BO-V. See Video breakout moduleICONM-BO-VAB. See Audio breakout module, balancedICONM-BO-VAC. See Audio breakout module, coaxialIconSet software 87Importing an MGI logo 138Input specifications 232, 239Installation

content editor software 144–149control panels 10–13IconMaster components 5–15LogoCreator software 130–131, 210–211MKE-3901-FX submodule 15NEO modules 13routers 35

Instant Clocks parameter 203Internal conversion of graphics 124IP address 196–198, 221, 225, 225–226

JJumpers 72

bypass relay 24ICONM-BO-V video module 76–77MKE-3901 72–75packs 76–77

KKey

buttons 92during effects transition 113transition 87

Key Levels parameter 168Key Mode parameter 168Key Source parameter 164–168Keyer

control 101–105specifications 233

LLayer # Logo parameter 179Layer selection and priority 226LEDs

ACT and MTD 82and module indicators 80–83compact flash card active 81

License key 179, 205Load To dialog box 141Logo Modify parameter 191Logo Number parameter 159–160Logo Path parameter 192–193Logo Sequences parameter 228Logo Transfer Protocol (LTP) 124Logo Transfer Utility 132, 215LogoCreator 120, 127–141, 210–212Logos

creating logos 124loading logos 214logo menu 158, 229name 160–161selection by number 227storing logos 123, 185–186, 215–218transferring logos 124, 215–218

LTC In parameter 204

MMachine

ID and panel release 195–196IP address 221removal from network 224selection 222–223

Machine Control Type buttons 95Machine Status menu page 204–205Major alarms 80–81Married crosspoint 98Matt (Matte) parameter 104Matte Display parameter 192Med button. See Transition RateMGI Device folder 138–141MGI Type parameter 204MGI-3901

module 81–83, 125specifications 238–239

Minimum requirements of computer 4, 128


Index

Minor alarms 80–81Miscellaneous specifications 239MKA-3901 14, 19–21MKE-3901 14, 17–18, 72, 80–81MKE-3901-FX submodule 15Module Status indicator 81Monitor Control cluster buttons 115Monitoring audio level specifications 236Mounting brackets 8, 12Multifunction I/O connector 17–18, 22Multiple layer operation 227

NNavigating

control panel menus 154effects control 110logo menu 158quick select control 110transition control 106

navigating parameter lists 78Near-line storage 123, 141, 185NEO module installation 13Network

connection 128settings 196–198

Next Logo parameter 169Numerical logo selection 227

OOff/Air Action 169On line storage 123On-air IconLogo operation 226–229On-Air Logos parameter 195On-Air menu 227On-line logo 161On-line storage 185Opacity of logo 169Opening an existing logo 138Operating systems 129Operator, Tree View, and All List parameters 79Output specifications 233, 239Over 1 button 114Over 2 button 114

PPanacea

audio router 53–58HD video routers 50–58

Panel Configuration dialog box 87Panel configuration dialog box 111parameter lists

Tree View 79Parameters

Add 104Analog Part 173Anim Preview 171Anim. Rate 172Animation Preview 161AO rat 109Apology Logo, Fault, and Time 194Boot Priority 198Capture Mode 203Capture Path 203Clip 104Clock Format 177Crawl Window 181Cue Action 171DCF In 204DDR Alarm 202DDR Capacity 205Default Fades 194Default Opacity 194Default Pos. 194Digital Part 176–177Disk Alarm 203Disk Space 205Display 168EAS Logos 203EAS Protocol 203, 207–208End Action 171Exit 105Extra Licenses 203Face Aspect 174Fade Rates 169Fade to Black 202Field Rate 204Fill 104Fill Offset 170Fill Source 161–164Font Origin 178Fonts Loaded 205Gain 104GPI/O 202H & V Offset 202HD Standard 204Instant Clocks 203


Index

Key Levels 168Key Mode 168Key Source 164–168Layer # Logo 179Logo Modify 191Logo Number 159–160Logo Path 192–193Logo Sequences 228LTC In 204Matt 104Matte Display 192MGI Type 204Next Logo 169On-Air Logos 195Opacity 169Polar 104Position 182Prev. and Prog. Output 194–195Proc 104Q-Sel 101, 110Recal 110Rotate Center 174S⁄W Version 205Self 104Setup 80Setup Modify 192Soft Pot Wrap 195Source Num 170Spacing 178Sync Select 203Sys. Memory 205Temp Units 177Time Format 177Time Offset 174, 177Trans 106Trans Flip-Flop 195TRSP 104TT Spacing 178TTJustify 178Type 104VB Control 203VB Lines 203VB Triggers 203Wait Action 171

parametersBuilt On 205

Password 216PGM controls 115

PGM/PST button 93Pick Fill submenu 163–164Pinouts

AES inputs and outputs 19–21bypass relay 24MKA-3901 19–21MKE-3901 17–18serial 25

Plug-in operation 138–139Polar parameter 104Position of logo 168Position parameter 182Power consumption specifications 237Power indicator 81Powering down control panel 224Precautions, safety xivPreroll button 88Preset bus 87Preset controls 115Preset/Take button operation 87Prev. and Prog. Output parameters 194–195Preview menu 228Primary frame 111Primary input dialog box 94Proc (process) parameter 104Product servicing xiiiProgram bus 86Protocols, communication 126PST and PGM monitoring controls 116Pushbutton customizing 66

QQ-Sel parameter 101, 110Quick select

button 111control 110feature 123logo 137, 179, 208

RRack mounting of control panel 11–13Recal parameter 110Remote control connections, IconLogo 125Remote servers 217–218Removing a machine from network 224Restore soft button 195Returning a product xiiiRevision history of manual xi


Index

Rotate Center parameter 174Routers

NEO 35–48Panacea 49–58Panacea audio 53–58

RS-232 and RS-422 protocols 76–77RS-232-D port 126

SS⁄Version parameter 205Safety precautions xivSaving fonts 149Secondary frame 111Select features box 130, 144–145, 210Selecting a logo from Logo menu 229Selecting a machine 222–223Selecting transition type 227Self parameter 104Serial

communications specifications 238–239digital video specifications 232pinouts 25ports 26, 76–77

Setupof IconLogo control panel 220parameters 80

Setup Menu (Cont.) page 202–204Set-Up menu page 191–202Setup Modify parameter 192Shipping information xiiiSIL (fade to silence) button 111Slow button. See Transition RateSoft buttons 157Soft panel, IconLogo 120, 210–212Soft Pot Wrap parameter 195Source breakaway 98Source Num parameter 170Spacing parameter 178Specifications

AES user and configuration bits 236analog video reference 232audio 234–236audio processor 236Digital video 233discrete AES audio 235discrete audio 234embedded audio 234Ethernet port 238

GPI input 239GPI output 239input 232keyer 233MGI-3901 238–239miscellaneous 239

Ethernet 239serial communications 239timecode 239

monitoring audio level 236output 233power consumption 237Serial digital video 232temperature 239temperature probe 238VANC data 236

Squeeze Bkgd input 112Standard transitions 113Static logo, creating 136–137Storage

grouping 161of logos 185–186, 215–218

Support documents xiiSync Select parameter 203Sys. Memory parameter 205System configurations

NEO 35–48Panacea 49–58

TTable and desktop mounting of control panels 10–13Take button 88Take-Fade button 97Temp Units parameter 177Temperature 201Temperature specifications 238, 239Test connector 16Text crawl 208Text crawl and titling 123, 179–184Third-party software 144Time Format parameter 177Time Offset parameter 174, 177Timecode 199–201Timecode specifications 238–239Trans Flip-Flop parameter 195Trans parameter 106Transfer plug-in operation 138–139Transferring logos 215–218


Index

Transferring logos to a device 141Transition

control 87, 101, 106definition of 87dialog box 88, 95Effects button 95functions cluster 91, 94–97take breakaway 98, 99–100type 227type breakaway 98, 99type buttons 95, 96

Transition ratebuttons 94, 95

Tree View parameter list 79Tree View, Operator, and All List parameters 79TRSP parameter 104TT Justify parameters 178TT Spacing parameter 178Type parameter 104Types of logos 152–153

UUnpacking information xiii

User Name 216

VVANC data specifications 236VB Control parameter 203VB Lines parameter 203VB Triggers parameter 203V-fade button 97V-Fade transition 113Video

and audio NSM routers 35breakout module 22–26source breakaway 99

Video breakout module 22–26Video button. See BreakawayView File... soft button 163

W-ZWait Action parameter 171Windows operating systems 129Writing conventions xii