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Sony MCX-500 User Manual

Sony MCX-500
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© 2016 Sony Corporation
Multi Camera Live Producer
Operating Instructions
MCX-500
Ver. 1.0
4-689-392-11 (1)
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Sony MCX-500 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BNC input ports6
BNC output ports2
VGA (D-Sub) input ports1
Product colorBlack
Power consumption (typical)23 W
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth206 mm
Width362 mm
Height43.5 mm
Weight2100 g

Summary

Chapter 1: Introduction

Features and Capabilities

Overview of the MCX-500's capabilities including switching, mixing, multi-viewer, and PC control.

Parts Identification

Details the physical controls, connectors, and indicators on the unit.

Chapter 2: Preparation

Connecting Devices

Guides on connecting external equipment like cameras, computers, and displays.

Startup and Shutdown

Explains the procedures for turning the unit on, off, and initial setup.

Initial Setup Procedure

Step-by-step guide for configuring initial settings upon first-time startup.

Connecting a Computer for Settings Configuration

Instructions for connecting a computer to configure unit settings via the PC UI.

Assigning Inputs

Process for assigning video and audio signals to the unit's input channels.

Chapter 3: Basic Operations

Switching Videos

Describes simple operations for switching PGM output videos using basic controls.

Compositing Videos

Guides on using EFFECT mode for Picture-in-Picture (PinP) or other composite effects.

Inserting Text onto Videos

Instructions for overlaying text onto videos using RGB or HDMI input signals.

Live Adjustments

Covers real-time adjustments for audio levels, headphone volume, and panel brightness.

Chapter 4: Advanced Operations

Chroma Key Adjustments

Detailed steps for adjusting chroma key parameters for background compositing.

Text Insertion Adjustments

Guides for adjusting text composition using RGB or HDMI signals.

Linking to Cameras

Covers linking cameras for simultaneous recording control and tally light functions.

Remote Commander Linking

Detailed setup for linking cameras via a Remote Commander for control and tallies.

Formatting Memory Cards

Instructions for formatting memory cards to be used with the unit.

Chapter 5: Streaming

Streaming Operations

Covers configuring Ustream streaming and controlling transmissions.

Configuring Basic Streaming Information

Steps to configure user login, password, and video size for Ustream streaming.

Chapter 6: Recording

Recording the PGM Output

Guides on recording PGM outputs to memory cards and managing recording settings.

Memory Card Preparation

Covers formatting memory cards and configuring settings for remote commander linking.

Configuring Recording Settings

Details on selecting recording format, bit rate, and timecode settings.

Chapter 7: Settings

Network Settings for Streaming

Guides on configuring network settings for connecting to external networks for streaming.

System Settings Configuration

Covers configuring system settings like time zone, date/time, and system format.

Chapter 8: Appendix

Troubleshooting

Guides on diagnosing and resolving common operational problems and error messages.

Problems and Solutions

A table of common symptoms, their possible causes, and solutions.

Specifications

Detailed technical specifications for the unit's hardware and supported formats.