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4.2 Notes for Correct Use
The ProPLAY is designed for use with Video Monitors and other analogue signal
input displays. Here are some notes for correct use:
• Preparation - Before you proceed, please familiarize yourself with the various
connectors, jacks, switches and function buttons of the ProPLAY unit (see item
3.2 - System Features diagrams).
• The unit - Handle the unit with care; any knocking may cause components to
come loose and disconnect. Operate in a cool and dry place.
• Power Input: 12V DC1.2A (minimum) is required; this should be a regulated
supply. It is recommended to use the power supply, which is delivered with the
ProPLAY unit.
• Digital Video: use MPEG-1/MPEG-2 video. For MPEG-2 video, the encoding
rate is limited to 5Mb/s. See item 6. - Content Creation Guide for more details
and proper encoding rate.
• Audio & Video output: Video - displays PAL & NTSC signals with either
Composite, S-video signal. The PAL/NTSC switch should be set correctly. Audio
- Stereo output. Volume is controlled by the switch mount buttons or preset with
the ProPLAY Studio software.
• Graphic output: Graphic displays with VGA resolution (60Hz). Graphic / Video
switch has to be set correctly. S-Video cable should be disconnected.
• Discrete Control: A external port for remote button control. User can use this
port as a touch screen or button interface. Maximum up to 8 touches/buttons can
be accessed.
• Discrete Control Cable: The cables to any remote button control should be of
suitable quality and length so that impedance does not affect performance.
Generally lengths up to 1 metre (3 feet) should be acceptable.
• Power LED: The power LED indicator shows power is being supplied to the
player – LED light activated by the power on/off switch.
• Status LED: The LED indicates the status of CompactFlash card.
• USB 2.0 Port: Please see Chapter 5 for how the USB 2.0 Port is being used.
• RS-232 Control: Baud rate must be set to (9600, n,8,1) and record suffix is set
to CR (0DH). Individual RS-232 commands can be set up with the ProPLAY
Studio software.
• RS-232 Port: Please connect your control system to the DB-26 pin port of the
ProPLAY according to the wirering diagramm shown under 3.3
• Service & Warranty: Warranty is invalidated if the unit is dismantled in any way.
The unit is not user serviceable or repairable.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove any part of the casing or internal parts.
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