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Brompton TESSERA SX40 - User Manual

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USER MANUAL TESSERA PROCESSING
Tessera Version 3.0

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Summary

Brompton Support

EU SUPPORT

Contact details and availability for EU customer support.

US SUPPORT

Contact details and availability for US customer support.

Manual Changelog

MANUAL TESSERA V3.0 - REV B

List of changes for version V3.0 Rev B.

MANUAL TESSERA V3.0 - REV A

List of changes for version V3.0 Rev A.

MANUAL TESSERA V2.3 REV A

List of changes for version V2.3 Rev A.

Section 1 - Introduction

About the Tessera System

Overview of the Tessera system components.

Handling and Safe Operation

Guidelines for safely handling and operating the processors.

Section 2 - General Overview

2.1 - Tessera LED Processors

Introduction to Brompton Technology's Tessera LED processors.

2.2 - System Overview

General overview of the Tessera system and its control methods.

2.3 - Tessera SX40 LED Processor

Detailed explanation of the Tessera SX40 LED Processor.

2.4 - Tessera S8 LED Processor

Detailed explanation of the Tessera S8 LED Processor.

2.5 - Tessera M2 LED Processor

Detailed explanation of the Tessera M2 LED Processor.

2.6 - Tessera S4 LED Processor

Detailed explanation of the Tessera S4 LED Processor.

2.7 - Tessera T1 LED Processor

Detailed explanation of the Tessera T1 LED Processor.

Section 3 - Quickstart

3.1 - Tessera LED Processor Setup

Step-by-step guide to setting up a Tessera LED Processor.

3.2 - Tessera Project Setup

Guide to setting up a new project in Tessera software.

3.3 - Connecting Fixtures

Instructions on how to connect fixtures to the processor.

Section 4 - System Configuration

4.1 - Connecting Fixtures

Detailed guide on connecting fixtures to the system.

4.2 - Connection Guidelines

Best practices and guidelines for system connections.

4.3 - Redundancy Configuration

How to configure redundancy for system reliability.

4.4 - Output Capacity

Information on the pixel capacity per output port.

4.5 - Combining Processors

Guidance on using different processor types together.

Section 5 - Tessera Management Software

5.1 - Local User Interface

How to access and use the local user interface.

5.2 - Tessera Remote and Offline Editor

Introduction to Tessera Remote and its offline editor.

5.3 - Installation for Windows PC

Step-by-step guide for installing Tessera Remote on Windows.

5.4 - Installation for Mac OS X

Step-by-step guide for installing Tessera Remote on Mac OS X.

5.5 - Network Settings for Remote Management

How to configure network settings for remote management.

5.6 - Connecting to a Tessera LED Processor

Guide on connecting to a Tessera LED Processor via network.

5.7 - Multiple Processors Control

Methods for controlling multiple processors simultaneously.

Section 6 - High Dynamic Range (HDR)

6.1 - Supported HDR Formats

Lists the HDR formats supported by Tessera processors.

6.2 - HDR Features

Explains the features related to High Dynamic Range.

6.3 - Dynamic Calibration

Detailed explanation of Dynamic Calibration and its benefits.

Section 7 - Project Setup

7.1 - Project Management

How to manage projects, including opening and importing.

7.2 - Enable HDR

How to enable HDR functionality in project setup.

7.3 - Canvas Resolutions

Information on supported canvas resolutions.

7.4 - Low Latency Mode

Explanation and configuration of Low Latency Mode.

7.5 - Mapping Options

Details on mapping modes like 1:1 and Interpolated.

Section 8 - Fixtures

8.1 - Fixture Libraries

Understanding and using fixture libraries.

8.2 - Fixture Properties

How to access and modify fixture properties.

8.3 - Device Properties

Information and settings related to the fixture's R2 receiver card.

8.4 - OSD

On-Screen Display features and controls.

8.5 - Studio Mode

How Studio Mode improves image quality at low brightness.

8.6 - ThermaCal

Feature to mitigate visual artefacts related to LED thermal sensitivity.

8.7 - Fixture Context Menu

Options available when right-clicking a fixture.

8.8 - Adding Fixtures to a Project

Workflows for adding fixtures to a project.

8.9 - Sub-fixtures

Understanding and using sub-fixtures in the Tessera system.

8.10 - Understanding Topology and Association

Explains how fixtures are connected and associated.

8.11 - Fixture Layout

Tools and methods for arranging fixtures on the canvas.

Section 9 - Main Project Screen

9.1 - Canvas View

Overview of the Canvas View and its tools.

9.2 - Presets

Storing and recalling settings on the processor using presets.

9.3 - Log

Viewing processor processes and errors.

9.4 - Moving Around the Canvas

Navigation controls within the canvas view.

9.5 - Project Data Export

Exporting canvas images, device layouts, and discovered devices.

9.6 - Online View

Viewing comprehensive information about detected fixtures.

9.7 - Topology View

Visualizing the network topology of processors, XD Units, and fixtures.

Section 10 - Inputs

10.1 - Source Selection

Selecting and controlling incoming video sources.

10.2 - HD Sources (for M2, T1, S4)

Information on HD sources for M2, T1, and S4 processors.

10.3 - 4 K Sources (for SX40 and S8)

Information on 4K sources for SX40 and S8 processors.

10.4 - Input Metadata

Viewing metadata from HDR sources via HDMI.

10.5 - Input Override

Controls to set incoming content properties like colour format.

10.6 - Input Colour Control

Controls for adjusting colour properties of the input signal.

10.7 - Histograms

Using histograms to analyze colour and brightness distribution.

Section 11 - Processing

11.1 - Scaling and Cropping

Support for scaling and cropping incoming feeds.

11.2 - Scaling and Cropping

Support for scaling and cropping incoming feeds.

11.3 - Active Area

Understanding and modifying the active area on the canvas.

11.4 - ChromaTune

Advanced colour correction features.

Section 12 - Test Patterns

12.1 - Processor Test Patterns

Using built-in test patterns to check fixture performance.

12.2 - Custom Test Patterns

Loading custom images or capturing video as test patterns.

12.3 - Fixture Test Patterns

Using pre-programmed test patterns within individual fixtures.

12.4 - Freeze;Blackout

Pausing video or displaying black output on fixtures.

12.5 - Front Panel Button Settings

Configuring front panel buttons for freeze/blackout functions.

Section 13 - Global Colour

13.1 - Brightness

Adjusting light output and brightness of fixtures.

13.2 - Colour Temperature

Adjusting the white balance of attached fixtures.

13.3 - Gamma

Adjusting brightness of mid-tones in the image.

13.4 - Dark Magic

Improving visual quality of output at low brightness.

13.5 - PureTone

Correcting non-linear response of panel RGB LEDs.

13.6 - Gain Controls

Modifying input source luminosity and RGB channel levels.

13.8 - Studio Mode

Reducing banding and improving image quality at low brightness.

13.9 - On-Screen Colour Adjustment

Fixture-based seam and colour adjustment features.

13.10 - Dynamic Calibration (DynaCal) User Interface

Interface for managing input/output colour spaces and panel brightness.

Section 14 - Network

14.1 - Network Load

Displaying and monitoring network load on outputs.

14.2 - Network Bit Depth

Understanding and setting network bit depth.

14.3 - Additional Video Delay

Configuring additional video delay for latency matching.

14.4 - Genlock Settings

Configuring genlock settings for synchronization.

14.5 - Ultra Low Latency

Reducing end-to-end latency to 1 frame.

14.6 - High Frame Rate

Support for higher frame rates up to 144 fps.

Section 15 - Live Control

15.1 - Enabling Live Control

How to enable and disable live control.

15.2 - Parameter Indicators

Understanding parameter indicators when Live Control is active.

15.3 - Control Profiles

Using and creating control profiles for DMX, Art-Net, sACN.

15.4 - DMX Control

Configuring the processor for DMX control.

15.5 - eDMX Control

Configuring the processor for Art-Net or sACN control.

15.6 - Tessera Control

Using the Tessera Control application for processor management.

Section 16 - Processor Settings

16.1 - Processor

General processor settings including identification and network.

16.2 - General

General settings like auto-load and keyboard layout.

16.3 - Security

Applying and managing passwords for processor security.

16.4 - Date and Time

Setting the processor's date and time.

16.5 - Fixture Library

Understanding concepts related to fixture packs and libraries.

16.6 - Preferences

General preferences for the user interface.

16.7 - Crash Management

Configuring crash reporting and pause duration.

16.8 - Restore Factory Settings

How to revert the processor to factory default settings.

16.9 - Format Internal Storage

Clearing the processor's memory and storage.

16.10 - Reload Firmware

Updating or reloading the processor's software and firmware.

16.11 - Processor Status

Viewing current setup, hardware, and software conditions.

16.12 - About

Information on software version, license, and contact details.

Appendix A - Keyboard Shortcuts

GLOBAL

Global keyboard shortcuts for common actions.

CANVAS

Keyboard shortcuts for canvas navigation and manipulation.

WHILE ADDING FIXTURES

Keyboard shortcuts used while adding fixtures.

OSCA

Keyboard shortcuts for OSCA mode operations.

Appendix B - Cable Requirements for Tessera SX40 and XD

Tessera SX40 and XD Cable Requirements

Details on required copper and fibre cables.

FIBRE

Specific requirements for fibre optic cable connections.

COPPER

Specific requirements for copper cable connections.

10 G Ethernet Compatibility

Compatibility and recommendations for 10G Ethernet.

Appendix C - Setting IP Addresses

Setting the IP Address on Windows Systems

Guide to setting IP addresses on Windows systems.

Setting the IP Address on Mac OS X Systems

Guide to setting IP addresses on Mac OS X systems.

Appendix D - DMX Channel Allocations

Appendix E - Warranty

WARRANTY CONDITIONS

Terms and conditions of the product warranty.

Brompton TESSERA SX40 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Light SourceLED
Power Consumption40W
Housing MaterialAluminum
DimmingYes
ControlDMX512

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