A-Neuvideo ANI-4MV User manual

AUDIO / VIDEO MANUFACTURER
ANI-4MV
4x4 DVI/HDMI Quad Multi Video Wall Processer
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
A-NeuVideo.com
Frisco, Texas 75034
[phone]

SAFETY INFORMATION
1. To ensure the best results from this product, please read this manual and all other documentation before operating your equipment.
Retain all documentation for future reference.
2. Follow all instructions printed on unit chassis for proper operation.
3. To reduce the risk of re, do not spill water or other liquids into or on the unit, or operate the unit while standing in liquid.
4. Make sure power outlets conform to the power requirements listed on the back of the unit. Keep unit protected from rain, water and
excessive moisture.
5. Do not attempt to clean the unit with chemical solvents or aerosol cleaners, as this may damage the unit. Dust with a clean dry cloth.
6. Do not use the unit if the electrical power cord is frayed or broken. The power supply cords should be routed so that they are not
likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them, paying particular attention to cords and plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the appliance.
7. Do not force switched or external connections in any way. They should all connect easily, without needing to be forced.
8. Always operate the unit with the AC ground wire connected to the electrical system ground. Precautions should be taken so that the
means of grounding of a piece of equipment is not defeated.
9. AC voltage must be correct and the same as that printed on the rear of the unit. Damage caused by connection to improper AC
voltage is not covered by any warranty.
10. Turn power off and disconnect unit from AC current before making connections.
11. Never hold a power switch in the “ON” position.
12. This unit should be installed in a cool dry place, away from sources of excessive heat, vibration, dust, moisture and cold. Do not use
the unit near stoves, heat registers, radiators, or other heat producing devices.
13. Do not block fan intake or exhaust ports. Do not operate equipment on a surface or in an environment which may impede the normal
ow of air around the unit, such as a bed, rug, carpet, or completely enclosed rack. If the unit is used in an extremely dusty or smoky
environment, the unit should be periodically “blown free” of foreign dust and matter.
14. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the cover. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Refer all servicing to
qualied service personnel. There are no user serviceable parts inside.
15. When moving the unit, disconnect input ports rst, then remove the power cable; nally, disconnect the interconnecting cables to
other devices.
16. Do not drive the inputs with a signal level greater than that required to drive equipment to full output.
17. The equipment power cord should be unplugged from the outlet when left unused for a long period of time.
18. Save the carton and packing material even if the equipment has arrived in good condition. Should you ever need to ship the unit,
use only the original factory packing.
19. Service Information Equipment should be serviced by qualied service personnel when:
A. The power supply cord or the plug has been damaged.
B. Objects have fallen, or liquid has been spilled into the equipment.
C. The equipment has been exposed to rain.
D. The equipment does not appear to operate normally, or exhibits a marked change in performance.
E. The equipment has been dropped, or the enclosure damaged.
THIS SAFETY INFORMATION IS OF A GENERAL NATURE AND MAY BE SUPERSEDED BY INSTRUCTIONS CONTAINED WITHIN THIS MANUAL.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION / PACKAGE CONTENTS / FACTORY RESET ...2
SPECIFICATIONS .........................................................................3
REAR PANEL & CONNECTION ....................................................4
REAR PANEL INTRODUCTION .................................................4
CONNECTION W/ RS-232 COMMUNICATION PORT .............4
CONNECTION W/ USB INTERFACE .........................................5
TWIST PAIR CONNECTION .......................................................5
OPERATIONS OF THE FRONT CONTROL PANEL .....................6
FRONT PANEL INTRODUCTION ..............................................6
OP. OF THE MENU BUTTONS ...............................................7
OP. OF THE INPUT/OUTPUT SELECTION BUTTONS ...........7
OP. OF THE FUNCTION BUTTONS .........................................7
OP. OF CUSTOMIZED BUTTONS & THE NUMERIC KEYS .....7
MENU LEVELS INTRODUCTION .............................................8
OPERATION OF THE SOFTWARE .............................................10
INTRODUCTION OF THE SOFTWARE .................................10
INSTALLATION.........................................................................10
CONTROL CONNECTION ......................................................10
MENU BAR FUNCTION SETTINGS ..........................................11
FILE BUTTON ..........................................................................11
CONNECTION BUTTON .........................................................11
VIEW BUTTON ........................................................................11
HELP BUTTON ........................................................................11
MAIN FUNCTION SETTINGS ....................................................12
4X ZOOM-IN FUNCTION (VIDEO WALL) ...............................12
3X ZOOM-IN FUNCTION (VERTICAL VIDEO WALL) .............12
MATRIX SWITCHING FUNCTION .........................................12
PICTURE IN PICTURE (PIP) ..................................................13
PICTURE OUTSIDE PICTURE (POP) DISPLAYING ..............14
ADDITIONAL FUNCTION SETTINGS .......................................15
SETTINGS IN THE AUXILIARY FUNCTION AREA ..............15
ADVANCED FUNCTION SETTINGS ..........................................18
DISPLAY MODE SETTING ......................................................18
SHORTCUT BUTTON CUSTOMIZATION ...............................19
SYSTEM DIAGRAM ..................................................................20
DIAGRAM OF VIDEO WALL DISPLAY .....................................20
DIAGRAM OF MULTI-VIEWER DISPLAY ................................21
DIAGRAM OF FULL IMAGES DISPLAY ..................................22
FIRMWARE UPGRADE .............................................................23
Dear Customer
Thank you for purchasing this product. For optimum performance
and safety, please read these instructions carefully before
connecting, operating or adjusting this product. Please keep this
manual for future reference.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Please read all instructions before attempting to unpack, install or
operate this equipment and before connecting the power supply.
Please keep the following in mind as you unpack and install this
equipment:
• Always follow basic safety precautions to reduce the risk of re,
electrical shock and injury to persons.
• To prevent re or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain,
moisture or install this product near water.
• Never spill liquid of any kind on or into this product.
• Never push an object of any kind into this product through any
openings or empty slots in the unit, as you may damage parts
inside the unit.
• Do not attach the power supply cabling to building surfaces.
• Use only the supplied power supply unit (PSU). Do not use the
PSU if it is damaged.
• Do not allow anything to rest on the power cabling or allow any
weight to be placed upon it or any person walk on it.
• To protect the unit from overheating, do not block any vents or
openings in the unit housing that provide ventilation and allow for
sufcient space for air to circulate around the unit.
DISCLAIMERS
The information in this manual has been carefully checked and
is believed to be accurate. We assume no responsibility for any
infringements of patents or other rights of third parties which may
result from its use.
We assume no responsibility for any inaccuracies that may be
contained in this document. We make no commitment to update or
to keep current the information contained in this document.
We reserve the right to make improvements to this document and/
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Version 2.2 AUG 2016
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INTRODUCTION / PACKAGE CONTENTS
& factory reset
INTRODUCTION
The ANI-4MV is a powerful, universal and user-friendly image analyzing processor with (4) DVI Input ports and (4) Output ports. It is not
only a 4x4 matrix switcher, but also a multi-viewer video wall processor that supports PiP (Picture in a Picture), PoP (Picture outside a
Picture) and split screen display. Using the provided GUI interface, the location of the PiP and PoP can be placed anywhere on the display
simply by dragging and dropping the image.
As a video wall processor, any one of the input sources can be split to (4) horizontally mounted displays or to (3) vertically mounted
displays. The ANI-4MV has the capability to zoom-in on one image 3x or 4x (per output). The ANI-4MV can mix inputs with any combination
into (1) image, and then display that to any or to all the outputs. It also supports output resolution changes, contrast & brightness adjusting,
horizontal and vertical zooming and moving, and bezel adjustment.
The ANI-4MV offers various ways for system control through its RS-232 serial port, USB interface, and the TCP/IP network port. It can be
controlled easily by using the included control software ANI-4MVGUI.exe.
Applications include TV broadcasting, meeting room, network operations center, medical institutions, command & control center, etc.
This product has a 3 year warranty.
PACKAGE CONTENTS
• ANI-4MV
• RS-232 cable (4.4 ft/1.35M)
• Power Cord (North American)
• (4) Plastic Feet (for desktop use)
• Users Guide
FACTORY RESET
You can do a factory reset on the ANI-4MV with (2) methods.
1. On the front panel, select the “MENU“ button, you will nd “Factory Reset“ in the LCD, press the “Select” button to factory reset.
2. With the ANI-4MV GUI, open the software and connect to the switch. Click “View“, then “Factory Reset“ will show in drop-down list.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Specifications
• Video Inputs: (4) DVI
• Input Connector: Female DB24+5
• Input Level: TMDS 2.9V/3.3V
• Input Impedance: 50Ω
• Video Outputs: (4) DVI
• Output Connector: Female DB24+5
• Output Level: TMDS 2.9V/3.3V
• Output Impedance: 50Ω
• Video Signal: DVI (or TMDS)
• Switching Speed: 200nS (Max)
• Video Bandwidth: 340MHz (6.75Gbit/s)
• Transport Delay: 5nS (±1nS)
• Crosstalk: <-50dB@5MHz
• Control: Front Panel Buttons, RS-232, TCP/IP, USB
• RS-232PinCongurations: 2=TX, 3=RX, 5=GND
• Control Software: ANI-4MVGUI.exe through USB, RS-232 or TCP/IP
• Power Supply: Internal: 100VAC ~ 240VAC, 50/60Hz
• Temperature: -20°F~+158°F (-20°C~+70°C)
• Power Cord Type: North American 18AWG power cord NEMA 5-15P to IEC-320-C13
• Humidity: 10% ~ 90%
• Power Consumption: 25W
• Dimension (WxHxD): 17.2 x 9.5 x 1.75 in
• Weight: 4.4 lb (Unit only) / 7.3 lb (Net)
As product improvements are continuous, specications are subject to change without notice.
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Rear Panel & Connection
Rear Panel Introduction
Figure 1: ANI-4MV Interface Introduction
NO. NAME DESCRIPTION
1DVI INPUTS DVI-I connector, (4) input ports
2DVI OUTPUTS DVI-I connector, (4) output ports
3RS-232 9-pin female connector, for serial control
4USB USB interface, type B, for USB control and rmware updates
5TCP/IP TCP/IP network port. User controls the ANI-4MV with control software ANI-4MVGUI or direct commands
6AC100V~240V Duh!
Connection with RS-232 Communication Port
With the RS-232 port, the processing switcher can be controlled with the control software ANI-4MVGUI.exe. This RS-232 communication
port is a female 9-pin D connector. The denition of the pins are below.
NO PIN FUNCTION
1N/u Unused
2Tx Transmit
3Rx Receive
4N/u Unused
5Gnd Ground
6N/u Unused
7N/u Unused
8N/u Unused
9N/u Unused
Figure 2: 9HDF
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Rear Panel & Connection
Please reference the following to connect.
1. Use a RS-232 cable to connect the COM port of the computer to the RS-232 connector of the ANI-4MV.
Figure 3: Connect with a PC
2. Run the control software and select the RS-232 connection.
3. If the connection is OK, then you can control the ANI-4MV.
Connection with USB Interface
By connecting the USB interface between the switcher and a computer, the user can control the ANI-4MV through the USB interface.
Before controlling, please install the USB driver by rst installing the control software ANI-4MVGUI.exe (as shown in Operations of the
Software). Plug and play and hot plug functions are supported by the USB interface of the ANI-4MV.
Twist Pair Connection
The ANI-4MV provides, via the TCP/IP communication port, user control by using the related communication software.
• ACTIVITY LED: The yellow LED always blinks when the network is working normally.
• LINK LED: The green LED stays on when the network is linked.
• RJ-45 PORT: RJ-45 communication port.
TIA/EIA T568A TIA/EIA T568B
PIN CABLE COLOR PIN CABLE COLOR
1green white 1orange white
2green 2orange
3orange white 3green white
4blue 4blue
5blue white 5blue white
6orange 6green
7brown white 7brown white
8brown 8brown
1st 4--5 1st 4--5
2nd 3--6 2nd 1--2
3rd 1--2 3rd 3--6
4th 7--8 4th 7--8
NOTICE: Cable connectors can use standard T568A or T568B, but they must be the same on both ends of one cable.
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Operations of the
Front Control Panel
Front Panel Introduction
Figure 4: Front Panel Introduction
NO. NAME DESCRIPTION
qPower Indicator Turns on when the power is on (there is no power switch)
wLCD System monitor, to indicate the operation and real-time running state
eMenu Function Panel Function buttons required
rInput/Output Channels (4) Input and (4) Output channels
tFunction Pattern Panel Common functions for output image displaying effects
yCustom Panel Used for saving or recovering a customized setting
Note: Part r, tand yare the operation areas for shortcuts.
1. For the non-numeric buttons, you can use the menu buttons after you press any numeric button, or use the numeric buttons directly.
Example:
Press the MOVE button to enter into the menu for HP/VP settings.
Press the RESOLUTION button, it will show the corresponding menu.
Press numeric button 1 directly, then the resolution will be set to 1080p. (Without having to conrm entry)
2. For the numeric buttons (including the input/output selection buttons), it will show the corresponding menu when you press any of them,
also without having to conrm entry.
3. The priority of the buttons of different menu levels is shown in the Menu Levels Introduction.
The next pages have detailed introductions for every button.
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Operations of the
Front Control Panel
Operations of the Menu Buttons
BUTTONS OPERATION DESCRIPTION
MENU Cycles thru the menu items in the same level. For Example: In the rst level of the menu between: Quarter, Full, PiP,
PoP, Factory Reset, SAVE, RECALL and CLEAR.
←Returns to the previous level of the menu.
ENTER Enters the sub-level of the menu. For Example: To enter to the second level of the menu “Resolution” from the rst
level of the menu “Full”.
SELECT Executes the selected operation.
< > Moves the on-screen cursor or adjusts the position of the image.
Increases or decreases the value of the parameter, such as channel or resolution etc.
Operations of the Input/output Selection Buttons
BUTTONS OPERATION DESCRIPTION
CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4 Selects the corresponding input channel.
CH1’ CH2’ CH3’ CH4’ Selects the corresponding output channel.
Note:
1. While it is in the 4x Full Screen Zoom-In and 3x Zoom-In function menu, selection of the input or the output channels are disabled,
except to set the resolution of the (4) output channels as a whole.
2. While in the PoP and PiP menu, the ability to select a single input channel or a single output channel is disabled.
Operations of the Function Buttons
BUTTONS FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
QUARTER 4x Full Zoom-In and 3x Zoom-In functions. (default display modes)
FULL Matrix switching displaying or distribution displaying. ((5) default modes in total)
PIP Picture in Picture (PiP) displaying. ((3) default modes in total)
POP Picture outside Picture (PoP) displaying. ((5) default modes in total)
SWITCH Selects the input or output channels, it is available together with the input or output channel buttons.
RESOLUTION Sets the output resolutions. Supports 1080p, 720p, WUXGA, UXGA, SXGA and XGA.
MOVE Adjusts the position of the image, used in conjunction with the direction buttons. (up, down, left and right)
ZOOM Sets the focus of the image to scale the image, used in conjunction with the direction buttons. (up, down, left and right)
Operations of the Customized Buttons and the Numeric keys
BUTTONS FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
SAVE Customized shortcut buttons of different menu levels and saved settings.
RECALL Customized menu recall button.
CLEAR Shortcut button, to clear the customized menu.
1, 2, 3, 4, Numeric buttons, to set the corresponding shortcut buttons for different menu levels.
Note: In the operational area of the shortcut buttons, when you press any button it will show the detailed information on the present menu
of the LCD screen.
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Operations of the
Front Control Panel
Menu Levels Introduction
FIRST LEVEL INCLUDES: Quarter, Full, PiP, PoP, Factory Reset, SAVE, RECALL, and CLEAR.
SECOND LEVEL INCLUDES: Resolution, Set Position, Adjust Windows, Overlay, Board, Display, and Channel Switch.
THIRD LEVEL INCLUDES: Brightness, Contrast and CH’.
The relationship of each level of the menu is as shown below.
FIRST LEVEL SECOND LEVEL THIRD LEVEL
MENU Quarter
Type 1
MENU Resolution
1 1920x1080
MENU Color
MENU OUT 1 Brightness 0512
Contrast 100
MENU FULL Channel Switch
Type 1 IN 1 OUT 1
MENU Resolution
1 1920x1080
MENU Adjust Windows Fine tuning
MENU Channel 1 1HP
1HW
MENU 1VP
1VW
MENU Color
MENU OUT 1 Brightness 0512
Contrast 100
MENU PIP Channel Switch
Type 1 IN 1 OUT 1
MENU Resolution
1 1920X1080
MENU Set Position Position setting
MENU Channel 1 1HP 0001
1VP 0001
MENU 1HW 0001
1VW 0001
MENU Adjust Windows Fine tuning
MENU Channel 1 1HP
1HW
MENU 1VP
1VW
MENU Overlay
MENU OUT 1 CH1 CH2 CH3 CH4
1 2 3 4
MENU Board
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