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Brompton Technology Tessera M2 User Manual

Brompton Technology Tessera M2
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Tessera Processor
User Manual
For M2, T1 and S4 processors
Software Version: V1.2

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Brompton Technology Tessera M2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBrompton Technology
ModelTessera M2
CategoryMedia Converter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Chapter 1 - Introduction

Document Information

Details copyright, trademarks, document changes, and manual scope.

About the Tessera System

Provides an overview of the Tessera system components and purpose.

Handling and Safe Operation

Outlines safety precautions and handling guidelines for the processor unit.

Chapter 2 - General Overview

System Overview

Describes the Tessera system's architecture and connectivity.

System Setup Diagram

Illustrates a typical system setup for the Tessera processors.

M2 Processor Details

Covers the front and rear panels, including status LEDs and connections.

S4 Processor Details

Covers the front and rear panels, including status LEDs and connections.

T1 Processor Details

Covers the front panel, status LEDs, and remote connection options.

Chapter 3 - Quick Start Guide

Setting Up Your System

Guides users through the initial steps of setting up the Tessera system.

Setting Up Your Project

Explains how to create a new project using the New Project Wizard.

Connecting Your Fixtures

Details the process of connecting LED fixtures to the processor.

Chapter 4 - Processor Settings

Processor Identification and Network

Configure processor name, IP address, subnet mask, and gateway.

Firmware and Storage Management

Options for managing fixture firmware and internal storage.

System Configuration and Preferences

Manage preferences, auto-load, canvas settings, and crash management.

System Status and Information

View processor status, software versions, and license information.

Chapter 5 - Project Setup

Creating and Managing Projects

Covers creating, opening, importing, and deleting projects.

Connecting and Adding Fixtures

Details cabling, connection guidelines, and adding fixtures from network.

Fixture Topology, Association, and Mapping

Explains fixture recognition, swapping, topology changes, and mapping options.

Canvas Navigation and Fixture Layout

Covers interacting with the canvas, selecting, grouping, and moving fixtures.

Fixture Control Features and Modes

Discusses device properties, beacon, test patterns, and various canvas/edit modes.

Chapter 6 - Input Properties

Video Sources and Input Types

Describes SDI and DVI input capabilities for Tessera processors.

Scaling, Cropping, and Viewport Settings

Explains how to adjust video input size and position using Viewport and Active Area.

Input Colour Control Parameters

Details controls for Black Level, Contrast, Hue, Saturation, RGB Shadow/Highlight.

Using Histograms for Colour Analysis

Introduces histograms as a tool for analyzing and adjusting input colour.

Chapter 7 - Colour and Brightness

Crossfading and Test Patterns

Learn to crossfade between inputs and use built-in test patterns for verification.

Brightness and Intensity Control

Adjusts overall light output using Intensity Gain and Brightness sliders.

Colour Adjustment Parameters

Covers RGB Gain, Colour Temperature, Gamma, and colour overrides.

Chapter 8 - Presets

Understanding and Using Presets

Explains how presets store settings for quick recall of parameters and positions.

Recording, Editing, and Crossfading with Presets

Guides on recording, modifying presets and using them for input crossfading.

Chapter 9 - Live Control

Introduction to Live Control and Protocols

Explains using DMX or Art-Net for remote control of parameters.

Configuring DMX and Art-Net Control

Guides on setting up DMX or Art-Net protocols for processor control.

Assigning Controls, Parameters, and Values

Details assigning controls to groups/inputs and managing min/max values.

Chapter 10 - System Management

Network Load, Bit Depth, and Pixel Support

Manages network load, bit depth, and pixel support affected by rotation/interpolation.

Fixture Interpolation and Importing

Explains fixture interpolation and how to import custom fixture definitions.

Synchronization, Latency, and Diagnostics

Configures synchronization, manages video delay, and uses test patterns/beacon for diagnostics.

S4 Processor Settings

Front Panel Button Functions

Details the functionality of the front panel Black and Freeze buttons on the S4.

Chapter 11 - Remote Applications

Tessera Remote Installation and Setup

Guides for installing Tessera Remote on Mac OS X and Windows PCs.

Network Configuration for Remote Access

Details setting IP addresses for Windows and Mac to connect to processors.

Connecting, Managing, and Offline Editing

Covers connecting, managing settings, disconnecting, and using the offline editor.

Multiple Processor Control and Tessera Control

Explains controlling multiple processors and using the Tessera Control application.

Chapter 12 - On-Screen Colour Adjustment (OSCA)

Understanding OSCA and Display Options

Explains OSCA for adjustments and options for displaying colours and video.

Seam and Colour Adjustment Procedures

Details how to perform seam and colour adjustments using OSCA.

OSCA Keyboard Shortcuts

Lists useful keyboard shortcuts for navigating and performing OSCA tasks.

Appendices

Keyboard Shortcuts

Provides a list of global and canvas-specific keyboard shortcuts.

Supported Resolutions

Lists supported video resolutions and frame rates for the Tessera M2 processor.

Warranty Information

Outlines the product warranty period, conditions, and exclusions.

Document Index

An alphabetical index of topics covered in the manual for quick reference.