Barco DCS-100 Manuals

Cost-effective dual-channel seamless switcher DCS-100 The DCS-100 is a Dual-Channel Switcher designed to provide true seamless switching between different input sources, while maintaining high image scaling quality at an affordable price. The DCS-100 features straightforward and simple operation making it ideal in live events, company boardrooms, hotel ballrooms, houses of worship, education and training facilities. The DCS-100 accepts universal analog, DVI and HD/SD SDI input sources and converts them to a wide variety of output formats. Output video is provided simultaneously in DVI and analog formats. The DCS-100 also allows users to capture and store up to three images that can be used as a LOGO source during the presentation. The DCS-100 can utilize the DVI inputs as a luminance keying source, allowing for titling and lower third key applications. The DCS-100 allows for input sources to seamlessly transition under the DVI key. Features Processing True seamless switching High quality scaling technology 10-bit sampling and internal processing/scaling State-of-the-art 10-bit, 4:2:2 de-Interlacer with Diagonal Filter Auto Acquire and Auto-positioning Up to three (3) LOGO stores/recall capability Luma Keying utilizing DVI Low Video Delay Inputs All resolutions from NTSC/PAL up to UXGA including all HD resolutions DVI, Analog Computer and Video, HD/SD SDI Outputs All progressive resolutions from 480p up to UXGA including all HD resolutions Full screen Supports HDCP compatible projectors Built-in Test Pattern simplifies projector alignment Mechanical Auto ranging power supply Width: 19” Rack Height: 2RU Operating Temperature Range: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Quick Setup and Operations 5 6 8 Set Output Format — Set the desired output resolution and frame rate. (Chapter 4, “Output Format”) 9 Save Output Configuration — After completing all output adjustments, save the output configuration. (Chapter 4, “Save Output Config”) 11 Enable Test Pattern — Turn on a test pattern, verify an image, and adjust as required. When complete, turn off the pattern. (Chapter 4, “Test Pattern”) Select and Adjust Input — Select an input, and perform the necessary image adjustments. (Chapter 4, “Input Menu”) 12 Adjust System Parameters — Adjust parameters such as transition time, display brightness, user prefs. (Chapter 4, “Trans Time,” “System Menu”) 13 14 Repeat for Each Input — Repeat steps 9 and 10 for each input that you have connected to the DCS-100. 10 Save System Configuration — After completing all system adjustments, save the system configuration. (Chapter 4, “Save System State”) 15 Ready to Roll — With all output, input and system configurations saved, press the desired input button, and press TAKE. 16 7 Launch GUI — (Optional) Connect your laptop to the DCS-100, log onto the DCS-100 using its IP address, and launch the GUI. (Chapter 5, “GUI Operations”) Save Input Configuration — After completing all adjustments for an input, save the input configuration. (Chapter 4, “Save Input Config”) Adjust Key Source — As required, select the desired key source and adjust its clip, gain and opacity. (Chapter 4, “Using Keys”) Enable Remote Control — (Optional) Connect Ethernet or Serial communications, and issue desired commands. (Appendix B, “Remote Control”) P/N 26-0604004-00, Rev 02 Adjust Inputs P R O G R A M : N E X T : DCS-100 RGB 1 0 2 4 x 7 6 8 @ 5 9 . 9 4 SDI N T S C ( 4 8 0 i ) SEL ESC 3 5 6 8 SDI 1 2 4 7 LOGO Effects KEY TAKE FRZ BLACK Inputs Section Sources 1-6: Analog Sources 7-8: DVI or Analog SDI: SD-SDI or HD-SDI LOGO: Full screen capture Menu Display Use ADJUST knob, plus SEL and ESC buttons to navigate menus. Adjust • Counter-clockwise: scroll down menu tree, or decrement values. • Clockwise: scroll up menu tree, or increment values. SEL Press to enter a menu, change or accept a parameter, or answer “Yes” to a query. ESC Press to exit a menu without making changes, cancel an operation, or answer “No” to a query. FRZ Press to freeze or un-freeze current Program source. Lit solid = frozen. Button States Off: Input not selected Blinking (fast): Input being acquired Blinking (slow): Input “pending” for transition Lit solid: Input on Program BLACK Press to pend or initiate a black transition. Black Auto Take mode affects function (User Preferences). Blinking = Pending. Lit solid = Black on Program. KEY Press to pend or initiate a key transition. Key Auto Take mode affects function (User Preferences). Blinking = Pending. Lit solid = Key on Program. TAKE Press to mix the selected input to Program, or to execute a pending key or black transition. Use the Setup Menu to adjust the transition time. NOTE After each TAKE, Program and pending sources flip-flop. Factory Reset – When using a DCS-100 for the first time, perform a factory reset. (Chapter 4, “Factory Reset”) 17 The following list summarizes DCS-100 setup and operations. For error-free installation, always refer to the listed section in the User’s Guide. 1 Connect Power — Ensure that power is properly connected to the DCS-100. (Chapter 3, “Power Installation”) 2 Connect Outputs — Connect the output(s) of the DCS-100 to your projector(s) or other target devices. (Chapter 3, “Signal Installation”) Power On — Turn on power to the DCS-100, your projector(s), and to all peripheral equipment. (Chapter 4, “Power-Up Initialization”) 3 4 Connect Inputs — Connect all analog, DVI, and SDI input sources to the DCS-100. (Chapter 3, “Signal Installation”) Quick Start Guide Visibly yours Toll Free: Fax: Technical Support: Website: +1 (888) 414-7226 +1 (916) 859-2515 +1 (866) 374-7878 www.barco.com Barco Media and Entertainment 11101 Trade Center Drive Rancho Cordova, CA 95670 • USA