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Matrox Multi User Manual

Matrox Multi
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Matrox Multi
Installation and User Guide
May 13, 2011
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Matrox Multi Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMatrox
ModelMulti
CategoryVideo Card
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Matrox License Agreement, Warranty, and Liability

Software License Agreement

Details terms for single-user software license.

Software Limited Warranty

Covers media defects and software performance for 90 days.

Hardware Limited Warranty

Covers hardware defects for three years; repair or replacement.

Limitations of Warranty

Disclaims implied warranties like merchantability and fitness for purpose.

Limitations of Liability

Limits Matrox's liability for damages arising from product use.

Indemnification Disclaimer

Matrox disclaims responsibility for IP infringement claims.

Procedure for Returning Goods

Outlines requirements for returning products for service or warranty.

Introducing Matrox Multi

Welcome to Matrox Multi

Overview of the Matrox Multi family of SDI cards.

Matrox Multi System Requirements

Lists necessary hardware and OS for Matrox Multi.

About This Manual

Explains the purpose and content of the user guide.

Style Conventions

Describes formatting used in the manual for clarity.

Installing Matrox Multi Hardware and Software

Before Installing Matrox Multi Hardware

Pre-installation checks, including system readiness and static precautions.

Setting Genlock Loop-Through Switch

How to configure the genlock loop-through switch on the card.

Installing Matrox Multi Card

Step-by-step guide for installing the PCIe card into a Mac Pro or Xserve.

Installing Matrox Multi Software

Instructions for downloading and installing the Matrox Multi software.

Updating Multi Firmware

Process for updating the card's firmware via software.

Removing Matrox Multi Software

Steps to uninstall the Matrox Multi software from the system.

Connecting External Devices to Matrox Multi

Available Matrox Multi Connections

Overview of all available input and output connectors on the card and cable.

Matrox Multi-Ingest Connections

Details on Ingest card's SDI, audio, and reference connections.

Matrox Multi-I/O Connections

Details on I/O card's SDI, audio, and reference connections.

Matrox Multi-Playback Connections

Details on Playback card's SDI, audio, and reference connections.

Connecting the Multi Cable

How to connect the Matrox Multi cable to the system and devices.

Connecting SDI Devices

Guide for connecting SDI devices to the Matrox Multi card.

Multi RS-422 Serial Connection

How to use the RS-422 connector for device control.

Multi Input and Output Descriptions

Detailed descriptions of all inputs and outputs available on the card and cable.

Configuring Your Multi System

Configuration Introduction

Introduces the Matrox Multi preferences window and card configuration.

Matrox Multi Card Selection and Settings

How to select and configure Multi cards in a multi-card system.

Specifying Genlock Settings

How to configure genlock sources and timing offsets for outputs.

Specifying Analog Audio Output Settings

How to map and monitor audio signals through analog outputs.

Viewing Multi Information

How to check the card's serial number, firmware, and software versions.

Supported Input and Output Formats

Supported Video Formats

Lists all video formats compatible with Matrox Multi inputs/outputs.

Matrox Multi Specifications

General Specifications

Covers video formats, regulatory compliance, and card dimensions.

Connections Overview

Details physical connections like REF IN, REF OUT, LTC, and RS-422.

Video Specifications

Describes SDI input/output capabilities and audio embedding.

Audio Specifications

Details unbalanced analog audio outputs and performance metrics.

Environmental Specifications

Lists operating temperature, humidity, and altitude limits.

Matrox Customer Support

Getting Customer Support

Guidance on contacting support for hardware vs. application issues.

Product Registration

Information on registering products for support and updates.

Website Updates

Encourages checking the website for the latest product and software information.

Contacting Matrox

Provides general instructions for contacting Matrox support worldwide.

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