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Brick

Frame in-out

User programmable DME

The illustrations for patterns 2901 to 2999 show an effect register number or register name.

DME wipe patterns available in 3-channel mode

Brick

User programmable DME

The illustrations for patterns 3901 to 3999 show an effect register number or register name.

2744 2745

2721 2722 2723 2724 2725 2726 2727 2728 2729 2730

2731 2732 2733 2735 2736 2737 2738 2746 2747 2748

2749 2750

2801 2802 2803 2804 2811 2812 2813 2814

2851 2852 2853 2854 2861 2862 2863 2864

2901 2999

3601

3901 3999

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Default Chapter3
- Functions and Operations Not Supported in XVS-8000 Version 2.13
- Table of Contents4
Chapter 1 Overview15
Introduction15
Features16
Main Functions17
- Image Creation17
- Image Data Management and Operation18
- Setup18
Chapter 2 Menus and Control Panel20
Names and Functions of Parts of the Control Panel20
- Control Panel Configuration20
- Cross-Point Control Block21
- Transition Control Block26
- Transition Control Block (Simple Type)29
- Independent Key Transition Control Block30
- Flexi Pad Control Block31
- Key Control Block33
- Key Fader Control Block36
- Device Control Block (Trackball)37
- Numeric Keypad Control Block40
- Utility/Shotbox Control Block42
- AUX Bus Control Block43
- Menu Panel47
Names and Functions of Parts of the Menu Screen49
- Overview49
- Top Menu List49
- Menu Screen49
- Top Menu Window52
- Numeric Keypad Window53
- Keyboard Window53
- Color Palette Window54
Basic Menu Operations56
- Recalling a Menu56
- Selecting a Menu56
- Selecting a List Item56
- Setting Parameters56
- Returning Settings to Default Values57
- Using a Mouse57
- Using the Shortcut Menu57
- Switching between the Main Menu Site and Sub Menu Site58
- Shutting down the Menu58
- Shutting down the Switcher System59
Power Supply and Connector Section60
- XVS-8000 Multi Format Switcher60
- Control Panel63
- MKS-X7011 Menu Panel64
- MKS-X2700/X7700 System Interface Unit65
Chapter 3 Signal Selection and Transitions68
Image Creation Operation Flow68
Signal Selection69
- Overview70
- Bus Selection70
- Signal Assignment and Selection73
- Inhibiting Operation of Cross-Point Buttons74
- Signal Name Display75
Transitions76
- Overview76
- Transition Type77
Basic Operation for Transitions78
Key Priority Settings80
- Setting the Key Priority (Transition Control Block)80
- Key Priority Setting Operations (Menu)81
- Displaying the Key Output Status and Priority81
Transition Type Selection82
- Setting the Transition Type (Menu)82
- Super MIX Settings82
- Preset Color MIX Settings82
Executing a Transition84
- Transition Indicator84
- Setting the Transition Rate84
- Pattern Limit86
- Executing an Auto Transition88
- Executing a Transition with the Fader Lever (Manual Transition)88
- Auto/Manual Transition Combination89
- Non-Sync State89
- Fader Lever Operation in Bus Fixed Mode90
- Split Fader90
Transition Preview91
Independent Key Transitions92
- Overview92
- Basic Independent Key Transition Operations95
- Selecting Independent Key Transition Type96
- Setting the Independent Key Transition Rate97
Fade-To-Black98
Chapter 4 Keys99
Overview99
- Key Types99
- Key Modifiers100
- Key Memory101
- Key Defaults101
Key Setting Operations (Menu)102
- Key Setting Menus102
- Setting the Key Type102
- Selecting Key Fill and Key Source103
- Chroma Key Composition and Settings105
Key Adjustments (Menu)106
- Chroma Key Adjustments106
- Key Edge Modification108
- Mask111
- DME Effects for Keys113
- Specifying the Key Output Destination114
- Blink115
- Video Process115
- Key Modify Clear115
Key Operations (Key Control Block)116
- Selecting the Bank and Keyer116
- Setting the Key Type116
- Selecting a Key Fill117
- Selecting a Key Source117
Key Adjustments (Key Control Block)118
- Chroma Key Adjustments118
- Key Edge Modification118
- DME Effects for Keys119
- Other Key Adjustments120
Resizer121
- Two-Dimensional Transforms and Rotation of Keys121
- Rotation Settings123
- Virtual Image Cancelation124
- Interpolation Settings124
- Crop/Border Settings124
- CG Border Settings125
- Effect Settings126
Key Snapshots128
- Key Snapshot Operations (Flexi Pad Control Block)128
- Key Snapshot Operations (Key Fader Control Block)129
Chapter 5 Wipes131
Overview131
- Types of Wipe Pattern131
Basic Wipe Setting Operations131
- Selecting a Wipe Pattern131
- Pattern MIX132
- Setting Wipe Modifiers134
- Wipe Modify Clear140
Basic Independent Key Transition Wipe Setting Operations140
- Selecting an Independent Key Transition Wipe Pattern140
- Setting Independent Key Transition Wipe Modifiers140
Wipe Snapshots142
- Wipe Snapshot Operations (Flexi Pad Control Block)142
- Wipe Snapshot Operations (Menu)143
Chapter 6 DME Wipes144
Overview144
- Types of DME Wipe Patterns144
- DME Wipe Pattern Variation and Modifiers147
- DME Wipe Restrictions147
Basic DME Wipe Setting Operations148
- Selecting a DME Wipe Pattern148
- Setting DME Wipe Modifiers149
- DME Wipe Modify Clear152
Basic Independent Key Transition DME Wipe Setting Operations153
- Selecting an Independent Key Transition Wipe Pattern153
- Setting Independent Key Transition DME Wipe Modifiers153
DME Wipe Snapshots155
- DME Wipe Snapshot Operations (Flexi Pad Control Block)155
- DME Wipe Snapshot Operations (Menu)155
Creating User Programmable DME Patterns155
- User Programmable DME Transition Mode155
Chapter 7 Frame Memory158
Overview158
Frame Memory Operations159
- Preparations159
- Frame Memory Menu160
- Selecting an Input Image161
- Selecting an FM Output161
- Loading Image Data162
Still Image Operations163
- Creating a Still Image (Freeze)163
- Recalling Still Images163
Clip Operations164
- Creating a Clip (Recording)164
- Recalling Clips164
- Playing a Clip164
Clip Transitions166
- Clip Transition Settings166
Editing Folders and Files168
- Copying and Moving Folders/Files168
- Deleting Folders/Files168
- Renaming Folders/Files168
- Saving Files (Store)168
Chapter 8 Color Backgrounds, Copy and Swap, and Other Settings169
Color Backgrounds169
- Basic Color Background Setting Operations169
Copy and Swap171
- Overview171
- Basic Copy and Swap Operations172
Misc Menu173
- Setting DME Override173
- Select Mode)173
- Setting the Safe Title Area173
- Displaying a List of Transition Rates and Changing the Settings174
Aux Menu175
- Setting the Color Corrector for an AUX Bus175
Status Menu176
Router Menu177
- Destination Input List Display177
- Switching the Source for a Destination177
Video Process178
- Overview178
- Video Process Memory178
- Setting the Video Process178
Chapter 9 Special Functions179
Side Flags179
- Overview179
- Side Flag Settings179
- Wipe Action on Images with Side Flags180
- DME Wipe Action on Images with Side Flags181
Multi Program 2182
- Overview182
- Multi Program 2 Mode Settings (Basic Operation)184
- Multi Program 2 Mode Settings (Other Operations)185
- Functions Added in Multi Program 2187
- Mode187
- Differences between Multi Program 2 Mode and Standard Mode188
- Multi Program 2 Mode Restrictions189
M/E Configuration Switching (M/E Split)190
- M/E Split Mode Settings190
Chapter 10 Dmes191
Overview191
- Transforms in Three-Dimensional Space (Transforms)191
- Transform Operation Modes193
- Graphics Display195
- Three-Dimensional Parameter Display196
- Special Effects196
- Global Effects202
Three-Dimensional Transform Operations203
- Three-Dimensional Transform Basic Operations203
- Three-Dimensional Parameter Display205
- Three-Dimensional Parameter Entry205
- Graphics Display206
- Virtual Image Cancelation206
Applying Special Effects (Common Operations)207
Applying Special Effects (Edge Effects)208
- Border Settings208
- CG Border Settings208
- Crop Settings209
- Beveled Edge Settings210
- Key Border Settings211
- Art Edge Settings211
- Flex Shadow Settings214
- Wipe Crop Settings217
- Color MIX Settings219
Applying Special Effects (Effects on the Overall Signal)220
- Defocus Settings220
- Blur Settings220
- Multi Move Settings220
- Sepia Settings221
- Mono Settings221
- Posterization/Solarization Settings221
- Nega Settings221
- Contrast Settings221
- Mosaic Settings222
- Sketch Settings222
- Metal Settings223
- DIM and Fade Settings223
- Glow Settings224
- Mask Settings224
- Freeze Settings225
Applying Special Effects (Nonlinear Effect Settings)226
- Wave Settings226
- Mosaic Glass Settings228
- Flag Settings228
- Twist Settings228
- Ripple Settings229
- Rings Settings231
- Broken Glass Settings231
- Flying Bar Settings231
- Blind Settings232
- Split Settings232
- Split Slide Settings232
- Mirror Settings233
- Multi Mirror Settings233
- Kaleidoscope Settings233
- Lens Settings234
- Circle Settings234
- Panorama Settings235
- Page Turn Settings235
- Roll Settings235
- Cylinder Settings236
- Sphere Settings236
- Explosion Settings236
- Swirl Settings237
- Melt Settings237
- Character Trail Settings238
Applying Special Effects (Lighting and Recursive Effects)238
- Lighting Settings238
- Trail Settings240
- Motion Decay Settings242
- Keyframe Strobe Settings242
- Wind Settings243
- Spotlighting Settings244
Applying Special Effects (Other Effects)250
- Background Settings250
- Separate Sides Settings250
- Shaped Video Settings251
- Invert Settings252
- Key Density Settings252
- Key Source Selection252
- Interpolation Settings252
- Corner Pinning Settings253
Global Effects255
- Overview255
- Combiner Settings255
- Brick Settings258
- Shadow Settings259
Chapter 11 External Devices261
Control of External Devices261
- Shared Functions for External Device Control261
Control of P-Bus Devices262
- Creating and Editing the P-Bus Timeline262
- P-Bus Trigger263
Control of GPI Devices264
- Creating and Editing the GPI Timeline264
Control of Vtrs, Disk Recorders, and Extended Vtrs266
- Controlling the Tape/Disk Transport266
- Displaying Vtr/Disk Recorder/Extended VTR Information268
- Cueup & Play269
- Vtr/Disk Recorder/Extended VTR Timeline271
- Disk Recorder/Extended VTR File Operations273
Chapter 12 Keyframes275
Regions275
Registers276
- Keyframes276
Displaying the Timeline Menu283
- Interpreting the Timeline Menu283
- Timeline Menu Display Settings284
Recalling a Register285
- Recalling a Register (Numeric Keypad Control Block)285
Specifying the Region and Edit Points287
- Region Selection287
- Edit Point Specification287
Creating and Editing Keyframes288
- Creating Keyframes288
- Inserting Keyframes289
- Modifying Keyframes289
- Deleting Keyframes290
- Moving Keyframes291
- Copying Keyframes291
- Pause291
- Keyframe Loop (Repeated Execution of a Specified Range)291
- Undoing an Edit Operation293
- Duration Mode Setting293
- Transition Mode Settings for User Programmable DME293
Time Settings296
- Setting the Keyframe Duration296
- Setting the Effect Duration296
- Delay Setting296
Path Settings297
- Basic Path Setting Operations297
Effect Execution299
- Effect Execution (Utility/Shotbox Control Block)299
- Setting the Run Mode299
Saving Effects300
Creating and Saving a Master301
- Timeline301
  - Creating and Saving a Master Timeline (Numeric Keypad Control Block)301
  - Creating and Saving a Master Timeline (Menu)302
Recalling and Executing a Master Timeline303
- Recalling and Executing a Master Timeline (Flexi Pad Control Block)303
Editing Registers304
- Effect Status Display304
- Effect Attribute Settings304
- Effect Register Editing305
- Effect Register List View and Editing306
Chapter 13 Snapshots308
Overview308
- Snapshot Types308
- Snapshot Attributes308
Snapshot Operations (Numeric Keypad Control Block)309
- Saving and Recalling Snapshots309
Snapshot Operations (Flexi Pad Control Block)311
- Banks and Registers311
- Saving and Recalling Snapshots312
Snapshot Operations (Menu)314
- Selecting a Region or Reference Region314
- Setting Snapshot Attributes314
- Snapshot Status Display315
- Setting Key Snapshot Attributes315
- Creating and Saving a Master Snapshot315
- Snapshot Register Editing316
- Snapshot Register List View and Editing316
- Operations in the Misc >Snapshot Menu on a Switcher Bank316
Chapter 14 Utility/Shotbox318
Utility Overview318
Utility Execution318
- Utility Execution (Menu Panel)318
- Utility Execution (Utility/Shotbox Control Block)319
- Utility Execution (Cross-Point Control Block)319
Shotbox Overview320
Shotbox Register Creation321
- Shotbox Register Creation (Numeric Keypad Control Block)321
- Shotbox Register Creation (Menu)322
Shotbox Execution323
- Shotbox Execution (Numeric Keypad Control Block)323
- Shotbox Execution (Flexi Pad Control Block)323
- Shotbox Execution (Utility/Shotbox Control Block)324
- Shotbox Execution (Cross-Point Control Block)324
Shotbox Register Editing325
Chapter 15 Macros326
- Macros326
Macro Operations (Numeric Keypad Control Block and Utility/Shotbox Control Block)329
- Recalling a Macro Register and Executing a Macro329
- Macro Creation and Editing330
- Saving a Macro333
Macro Operations (Flexi Pad Control Block)334
- Recalling a Macro Register and Executing a Macro334
- Macro Creation and Editing335
- Saving a Macro336
- Deleting a Macro336
Macro Operations (Cross-Point Control Block)337
Macro Operations (Menu)338
- Macro Register Editing338
- Online Editing of Macro Events338
- Offline Editing of Macro Events340
Macro Attachments343
- Setting and Canceling a Macro Attachment344
- Displaying the Macro Attachment Settings345
- Executing a Macro by Macro Attachment346
Menu Macros347
- Recalling a Menu Macro Register and Executing a Menu Macro347
- Creating and Editing a Menu Macro349
- Menu Macro Register Editing351
Macro Timeline351
- Creating and Editing a Macro Timeline352
Chapter 16 Files354
Overview of File Operations354
Operations on Individual Files355
- Detailed File Information355
- Region Selection355
- Selecting a Device for Operation355
- Saving Files356
- Loading Files356
- Copying Files356
- Renaming Files357
- Deleting Files357
Batch File Operations358
- Saving Files in Batch358
- Loading Files in Batch358
- Copying Files in Batch358
Frame Memory File Operations359
- Importing359
Directory Operations360
- Creating a Directory360
- Renaming a Directory360
- Protecting (Write Inhibit) a Directory360
- Deleting a Directory360
Copying Files between Unit Ids361
- Copying Files between Different Unit Ids361
Chapter 17 System Setup362
Settings Relating to the Network362
- Setting the Group ID and Unit ID of the Menu Panel362
- Configuring the NFS Server362
Settings Relating to System Configuration363
- Selecting the Operation Mode363
- Specifying the Switcher Controlled by the Control Panel363
- Specifying the DME Used on the Switcher364
Settings Relating to Signal Formats364
- Setting the Signal Format364
- Enabling Passage of 59.94 (2×) Format Signals on an AUX Bus365
- Switching the Input Reference Signal365
- Adding a Payload ID365
- Setting the Screen Aspect Ratio365
Power-On (Startup) State Selection366
- Saving and Recalling Setup Data367
- Selecting the Startup State367
- Saving User-Defined Settings367
Reset and Initialization368
Settings Relating to Installation and Devices368
- Displaying Installation Detail Information368
- Installing Software368
- Configuring Settings to Use the Software369
Settings Relating to Device Management370
- Setting the Date and Time370
- Using a Removable Drive370
- Setting a Removable Drive as the Primary Device371
- Initializing the Local Drive371
Chapter 18 Control Panel Setup372
Settings Relating to Control Panel Configuration372
- Setting the Configuration for each Bank372
- Inhibiting Operation on a Bank372
- Assigning a Single M/E to Two M/E Banks372
- Linking Switcher Bus and Router Destinations373
- Linking Transitions between Keyers374
- Setting the Buttons and Fader Levers on the Key Fader Control Block374
- Assigning a Region to the Region Selection Buttons in the Numeric Keypad Control Block375
- Setting Transition Control Block Button Assignments376
- Setting Independent Key Transition Control Block Button Assignments376
- Setting Flexi Pad Control Block Button Assignments376
- Setting Utility/Shotbox Control Block Button Assignments377
- Setting Device Control Block (Trackball) Button Assignments377
- Setting Menu Panel Button Assignments377
- Inhibiting Utility 2 Bus and Key Operations377
- Inhibiting DME Channel Selection Operations378
Cross-Point Settings378
- Creating Cross-Point Assign Tables378
- Copying Cross-Point Assign Tables381
- Selecting Cross-Point Assign Tables381
- Exporting Source Names and Destination Names381
- Assigning the [SIDE FLAG] Button381
AUX Bus Control Block Settings382
- Setting the AUX Bus Operation Mode382
- Setting the Router Operation Mode382
Settings Relating to Button Assignment384
- Assigning Functions to User Preference Buttons384
- Assigning a Function to a Memory Recall Button in the Utility/Shotbox Control Block387
- Assigning Functions to 1St Row/2Nd Row Buttons of the Cross-Point Control Block389
Settings Relating to Device Connections391
- Setting the Control Mode for P-Bus Devices391
- Associating a Serial Port with a Device Selection Button391
- Setting the AUX Bus Override Operation Mode391
Settings Relating to Operation392
- Setting the On-Air Tally392
- Setting the Transition Rate Display Mode392
- Setting the Main Fader Lever392
- Configuring Settings Relating to Effects392
- Setting Source Names and Destination Names393
- Setting Flexi Pad Control Block Button Display and Operation393
- Setting the Button and Fader Lever Operation Mode393
- Setting the Operation Mode of the [ALL] Button in the Transition Control Block394
- Setting Device Control Block Button and Trackball Operation394
- Setting the Macro Execution Mode395
- Setting the Cross-Point Control Block to Key/Aux Bus Delegation Mode395
- Setting Button and Indicator Status on the Cross-Point Control Block/Aux Bus Control Block396
- Configuring the Cross-Point Pad396
- Setting the Display Mode of the Cross-Point Control Block/Aux Bus Control Block397
- Setting Utility Bus Mode398
Settings Relating to Control Panel Management398
- Setting the Screen Saver398
- Setting Panel Sleep Mode398
- Adjusting the Brightness398
- Setting the State of Buttons that Are Not Lit399
- Setting Beep Sound for Touch Operation399
- Calibrating the Touch Panel399
- Setting the Menu to Display at Startup399
- Setting the Mouse Wheel Function When Setting Parameters399
- Setting the Mouse Button Function When Setting Parameters399
Chapter 19 Switcher Setup400
Settings Relating to Switcher Configuration400
- Adjusting the Reference Phase400
- Specifying the Video Switching Timing400
- Setting the Operation Mode400
- Setting User Regions402
- Assigning PGM/PST Logically to an M/E402
- Setting DME Channel Assignments402
- Setting the Side Flag Material and Operation402
- Setting the Sub Key Mode403
- Setting the Keys and DME Channels Used in a CG Border403
Settings Relating to Signal Inputs404
- Setting through Mode404
- Setting the Illegal Color Limiter404
- Setting Format Converter Inputs404
- Setting the Active Area405
Settings Relating to Signal Outputs406
- Assigning Output Signals406
- Adjusting Video Clips407
- Setting the Vertical Blanking Interval and through Mode407
- Setting the Safe Title Area407
- Cropping a 4:3 Mode Image in HD Format408
- Setting the Format Converter Configuration408
- Setting Format Converter Outputs408
- Configuring Multi Viewer409
- Setting the Active Area411
Settings Relating to Video Switching412
- Selecting the Bank to Configure412
Settings Relating to Keys, Wipes, Frame Memory, and Color Correction413
- Setting the Video Process Memory413
- Setting Show Key413
- Setting the Key Auto Drop Function413
- Selecting the Bank to Configure414
Settings Relating to Function Links415
- Setting a Cross-Point Button Link415
- Setting a Link Table415
- Setting a Link between M/E Banks415
- Setting Key Transition Links416
Settings Relating to Device Connections416
- Assigning an AUX Bus to Ext in on a DME416
Chapter 20 DME Setup417
Settings Relating to Signal Inputs417
- Setting Initial Crop417
- Setting the Illegal Color Limiter for Matte Signals417
Chapter 21 DCU Setup418
Parallel Input Settings418
- Assigning a GPI Input Port418
- Releasing a GPI Input Port Assignment419
GPI Input Settings419
- Configuring GPI Inputs419
Parallel Output Settings420
- Assigning a GPI Output Port420
- Releasing a GPI Output Port Assignment420
GPI Output Settings421
- Configuring GPI Outputs421
Serial Port Settings422
- Configuring Serial Port Settings422
- Configuring Detailed Settings for an External Device Connected to the Serial Port423
Chapter 22 Router Interface and Tally Setup427
Router Interface Settings427
- Assigning Switcher Inputs/Outputs to S-Bus Space427
- Setting External Boxes 1 to 12427
Tally Group Settings428
Wiring Settings429
- Configuring Wiring429
- Modifying Wiring Settings429
- Deleting Wiring Settings429
- Sorting Wiring Settings429
Tally Generation Settings430
- Configuring Tally Generation430
- Modifying Tally Generation430
- Deleting Tally Generation430
Tally Copy Settings431
- Configuring Tally Copy431
- Modifying Tally Copy431
- Deleting Tally Copy431
Parallel Tally Settings432
- Configuring/Modifying Parallel Tally432
- Deleting Parallel Tally432
Serial Tally Settings433
- Configuring/Modifying Serial Tally433
- Configuring the Serial Tally Source Address433
- Clearing Source Address Settings433
Appendix434
Wipe Pattern List434
- DME Wipe Pattern List435
- Resizer DME Wipe Pattern List440
Menu Tree441
- M/E-1 to M/E-5 Menus, PGM/PST Menu441
- Frame Memory Menu443
- Color Bkgd Menu444
- Aux Menu444
- Copy/Swap Menu444
- Misc Menu444
- Status Menu444
- DME Menu445
- Global Effect Menu447
- Router Menu447
- Device Menu447
- Macro Menu448
- Key Frame Menu449
- Effect Menu449
- Snapshot Menu451
- Shotbox Menu452
- File Menu452
- Engineering Setup Menu453
- Diag Menu457
Menus Recalled by Pressing a Button Twice458
4K Format Restrictions461
Simple Connection of the MKS-8080/8082 AUX Bus Remote Panel462
- Procedure for Simple Connection462
- Setting Status of the MKS-8080/8082 in Simple Connection462
Macro File Editing Rules463
- Macro File Syntax463
- Syntax of Event and Continue Statements463
- File Name463
- Saving and Loading a File464
- Errors464
- Correspondence between Events and Symbols464
- Symbols and Parameters465
- Example of File Contents469
Content Displayed in Macro Attachment List470
- M/E and PGM/PST Banks470
- AUX Bus Control Block471
- Other Blocks472
Menu Operations Not Registered in a Menu Macro473
Data Saved by [Setup Define] and [Initial Status Define]474
- Data Saved by [Setup Define]474
- Data Saved by [Initial Status Define]475
Error Messages477
- Error Messages Displayed in the Error Status/Error Log Menu477
- Error Messages Appearing in a Message Box478
- Error Messages Shown in the Error Information Menu481
Maintenance482
- Replacing Keytop Labels482
- Cleaning the Control Panel482
Index483

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