Analog way LivePremier Series User manual

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LivePremier unit (V1.1)
References:
AQL-RS-ALPHA, AQL-RS1, AQL-RS2,
AQL-RS3, AQL-RS4, AQL-C, AQL-C+
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Contents
1Disclaimer.........................................................................................................8
1.1 Copyrights .....................................................................................................................................8
1.2 Warranty .......................................................................................................................................8
1.3 Liability..........................................................................................................................................8
1.4 Force Majeure...............................................................................................................................8
2Terms and Definition .......................................................................................9
3Hardware Specifications ...............................................................................10
3.1 Safety instructions ......................................................................................................................10
English.................................................................................................................................................. 10
French.................................................................................................................................................. 11
Italian................................................................................................................................................... 12
German................................................................................................................................................ 13
Spanish ................................................................................................................................................ 14
Environmental specifications for all LivePremier models.................................................................... 15
3.2 Package Contents........................................................................................................................15
3.3 Rack mount information .............................................................................................................15
4Introducing LivePremier™ ............................................................................16
4.1 LivePremier –Modular architecture...........................................................................................16
4.2 Front panel..................................................................................................................................17
4.3 LivePremier rear panels ..............................................................................................................17
4.4 Input / Output cards ...................................................................................................................18
Available cards..................................................................................................................................... 18
Change an input / output card ............................................................................................................ 18
4.5 Fixed parts...................................................................................................................................19
USB and sync ports .............................................................................................................................. 19
Framelock ............................................................................................................................................ 19
GPIO..................................................................................................................................................... 19
Dante audio connectors ...................................................................................................................... 19
Power supply units .............................................................................................................................. 20
4.6 Power on and off.........................................................................................................................21
Start the LivePremier........................................................................................................................... 21
Power off ............................................................................................................................................. 21
Forced shutdown................................................................................................................................. 21
4.7 Precautions when mounting a LivePremier unit ........................................................................21
5Using the WebRCS ........................................................................................22
5.1 Run the WebRCS .........................................................................................................................22
WebRCS requirements ........................................................................................................................ 22
Default network settings ..................................................................................................................... 23
Connection .......................................................................................................................................... 23
5.2 General tips.................................................................................................................................23
Web browser features......................................................................................................................... 23
Mobile version..................................................................................................................................... 24

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Section buttons (copy, paste and reset).............................................................................................. 24
Set a number value.............................................................................................................................. 24
Search bar............................................................................................................................................ 24
Alarms and notifications...................................................................................................................... 24
Back panel shortcuts............................................................................................................................ 25
Standby / Restart................................................................................................................................. 25
5.3 Dashboard - System settings.......................................................................................................25
Dashboard –Device............................................................................................................................. 25
Dashboard –Firmware / Hardware (Firmware Update) ..................................................................... 26
Dashboard –Network.......................................................................................................................... 27
Dashboard –Cooling............................................................................................................................ 27
Dashboard –Power ............................................................................................................................. 27
5.4 Save / Load Configuration...........................................................................................................27
Save the current Configuration in a Slot.............................................................................................. 28
Load a Configuration from a Slot......................................................................................................... 28
Export a Configuration to the computer ............................................................................................. 28
Import a Configuration ........................................................................................................................ 29
5.5 Reset configuration.....................................................................................................................29
6LivePremier concepts....................................................................................30
6.1 What is “Capacity”? ....................................................................................................................30
Standard formats capacity................................................................................................................... 30
Elements using capacity ...................................................................................................................... 30
Content and layer compatibility .......................................................................................................... 31
Aux outputs capacity ........................................................................................................................... 32
6.2 Mixing layers and split layers......................................................................................................32
Mixing layers........................................................................................................................................ 32
Split layers ........................................................................................................................................... 32
6.3 LivePremier Processing ...............................................................................................................33
VPUs and Scaling engines .................................................................................................................... 33
Self-rearrangement ............................................................................................................................. 34
A VPU can support both capacities at the same time ......................................................................... 35
Scaling engine boundary...................................................................................................................... 35
Combined VPUs ................................................................................................................................... 36
Optimized mode .................................................................................................................................. 36
Cut & Fill resources.............................................................................................................................. 37
How many VPUs per model? ............................................................................................................... 37
IPUs...................................................................................................................................................... 37
7Preconfig Menu..............................................................................................38
7.1 Preconfig > System......................................................................................................................38
Vertical rate ......................................................................................................................................... 38
Set Color space .................................................................................................................................... 39
Quick HDCP.......................................................................................................................................... 39
7.2 Multiviewers quantity.................................................................................................................40
7.3 Preconfig > Screens / Aux Screens..............................................................................................40
Output capacity –The 4-4 rule ............................................................................................................ 41

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Set Output capacity ............................................................................................................................. 41
Screens ................................................................................................................................................ 41
Aux Screens ......................................................................................................................................... 42
Rename a Screen ................................................................................................................................. 42
7.4 Preconfig > Canvas......................................................................................................................42
Patterns ............................................................................................................................................... 43
Grid canvas .......................................................................................................................................... 44
Free canvas .......................................................................................................................................... 45
Advanced output settings (in Preconfig > Canvas) .............................................................................. 47
7.5 Preconfig > Inputs .......................................................................................................................47
Set input capacity ................................................................................................................................ 47
Add input to output backgrounds ....................................................................................................... 48
7.6 Preconfig > Images......................................................................................................................48
Image presets ...................................................................................................................................... 48
Set images preset capacity .................................................................................................................. 48
Add images to output backgrounds .................................................................................................... 48
7.7 Preconfig > Backgrounds.............................................................................................................49
Background sets .................................................................................................................................. 49
Background set for a screen with one output ..................................................................................... 49
Background set for a screen with multiple outputs ............................................................................ 49
8Multiviewers ...................................................................................................50
8.1 Multiviewers settings..................................................................................................................50
8.2 Multiviewers signal .....................................................................................................................50
8.3 Multiviewers pattern ..................................................................................................................51
8.4 Multiviewers adjustment (image correction) .............................................................................51
9Outputs...........................................................................................................52
9.1 Outputs main screen...................................................................................................................52
9.2 Output settings ...........................................................................................................................52
Output signal ....................................................................................................................................... 52
Output pattern .................................................................................................................................... 53
Output adjustment (image correction) ............................................................................................... 53
10 Inputs..............................................................................................................54
10.1 Inputs main screen......................................................................................................................54
10.2 Input settings ..............................................................................................................................54
Input signal .......................................................................................................................................... 55
Input pattern ....................................................................................................................................... 55
Input adjustment (image correction) .................................................................................................. 55
Input Aspect......................................................................................................................................... 56
Input Keying......................................................................................................................................... 57
11 Images and Library........................................................................................58
11.1 Library .........................................................................................................................................58
Image formats ..................................................................................................................................... 58
Image specifications ............................................................................................................................ 58
Transfer images from the computer to the unit.................................................................................. 59
Download an image file from the unit................................................................................................. 59

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Delete an image file from the unit ...................................................................................................... 59
Manage Library from the Front panel ................................................................................................. 59
11.2 Images.........................................................................................................................................60
Downscale to capacity ......................................................................................................................... 60
Assign an imported image as image preset......................................................................................... 60
Image Aspect ....................................................................................................................................... 61
12 Formats and EDID..........................................................................................62
12.1 Formats .......................................................................................................................................62
Create a custom format....................................................................................................................... 62
Edit a custom format ........................................................................................................................... 62
Delete a custom format....................................................................................................................... 62
12.2 EDID.............................................................................................................................................63
EDID bank ............................................................................................................................................ 63
Save an EDID from inputs and outputs................................................................................................ 63
Change an Input EDID.......................................................................................................................... 63
Create an EDID from a custom format ................................................................................................ 63
Export an EDID to computer................................................................................................................ 64
Import an EDID from computer........................................................................................................... 64
13 Audio and Extras ...........................................................................................65
13.1 Audio...........................................................................................................................................65
Reboot or reset the Dante audio card ................................................................................................. 65
Audio routing....................................................................................................................................... 65
Default audio routing .......................................................................................................................... 66
Advanced audio routing (single channel) ............................................................................................ 66
13.2 Timers..........................................................................................................................................67
Create a timer...................................................................................................................................... 67
Control counter timers in Multiviewers .............................................................................................. 67
13.3 GPIO ............................................................................................................................................68
GPI settings.......................................................................................................................................... 68
GPO settings ........................................................................................................................................ 68
14 Screens...........................................................................................................69
14.1 Screens menu interface ..............................................................................................................69
Program and Preview .......................................................................................................................... 69
View filters –Top bar buttons ............................................................................................................. 69
Sources - Left panel ............................................................................................................................. 70
Layer selection..................................................................................................................................... 70
Layout editor ....................................................................................................................................... 71
PGM and PRW buttons –Screen controls ........................................................................................... 71
Bottom bar buttons ............................................................................................................................. 72
Transitions - Right panel ...................................................................................................................... 73
14.2 Layer properties..........................................................................................................................74
Layer position and size ........................................................................................................................ 74
Layer source......................................................................................................................................... 75
Cut & Fill effect .................................................................................................................................... 76
Set layer opacity .................................................................................................................................. 77

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Set layer crop and aspect .................................................................................................................... 77
Set layer border ................................................................................................................................... 77
Set layer smooth border...................................................................................................................... 78
Set layer shadow ................................................................................................................................. 78
Set layer color filter ............................................................................................................................. 78
Set layer Horizontal and Vertical flip ................................................................................................... 78
14.3 Layer transition ...........................................................................................................................79
Set layer transition effect .................................................................................................................... 79
Set layer transition timing ................................................................................................................... 79
Set layer transition speed.................................................................................................................... 79
15 Memories........................................................................................................80
15.1 Master Memories .......................................................................................................................80
Save a Master memory from current Screens..................................................................................... 80
Save a Master memory from existing Screen memories..................................................................... 81
Load a Master memory ....................................................................................................................... 81
Edit a Master memory ......................................................................................................................... 81
15.2 Screen memories ........................................................................................................................82
Save a Screen memory ........................................................................................................................ 82
Load a Screen memory ........................................................................................................................ 82
Edit a Screen memory.......................................................................................................................... 82
Quick overwrite or revert .................................................................................................................... 83
15.3 Rename a Memory......................................................................................................................83
15.4 Reorder memories ......................................................................................................................83
16 Multiviewers ...................................................................................................84
16.1 Tips and recommendations ........................................................................................................84
16.2 Multiviewers menu interface......................................................................................................84
Sources - Left panel ............................................................................................................................. 85
Widget selection.................................................................................................................................. 86
Layout editor ....................................................................................................................................... 87
Bottom bar buttons ............................................................................................................................. 87
16.3 Widget properties.......................................................................................................................88
Widget position and size ..................................................................................................................... 88
Widget source - Assign content to a widget........................................................................................ 89
16.4 Multiviewers memories ..............................................................................................................89
Save a Multiviewer memory................................................................................................................ 89
Load a Multiviewer memory ............................................................................................................... 89
Edit a Multiviewer memory ................................................................................................................. 89
Rename a Memory .............................................................................................................................. 90
Reorder memories............................................................................................................................... 90
17 User Maintenance and Troubleshooting......................................................91
17.1 User Maintenance –Air filter......................................................................................................91
17.2 Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................91
APPENDICES ..................................................................................................................92
Appendix A. LivePremier control options........................................................................................................92

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1 Disclaimer
The information in this document is subject to change without notice, while every effort is made to be
accurate. Analog Way cannot be held liable for any kind of loss whatsoever that may be caused by the use of
or reliance in this manual.
1.1 Copyrights
The software installed in the LivePremier remains the sole property of Analog Way unless stated otherwise
in a separate licensing agreement. Any attempt to copy or alter the software is prohibited and will render
any warranties void.
1.2 Warranty
The LivePremier has been tested in various applications and is deemed to be suitable for uses described in
this manual. This product is provided “as is”, including all or any ‘perceived’ or possible faults. The Licensor
grants no warranty regarding the utility or contents of the software. Analog Way will warrant the hardware
for three years from the date of purchase. The method of warranty is Return to Base (transport costs from
and to us are the owner’s responsibility). In case of hardware fault please contact your local distributor or us
(www.analogway.com).
While not an exhaustive list, the following are provided for guidance. Warranty claims will be invalidated in
these circumstances:
•A hardware failure is caused by inappropriate handling of hardware such as dropping the image
processor, using the image processor without proper ventilation, exposing the unit to water, other
liquids or dust.
•The software has been loaded or there has been an attempt to load software onto the unit in any
way other than described in the manual or recommended by Analog Way.
•The hardware has been modified by someone other than a certified Analog Way dealer.
1.3 Liability
Analog Way shall not be liable for any loss or damage, be it direct or indirect in regards to the utility or
contents of the software or hardware, except to the extent provided by law. Notwithstanding the above,
liability for indirect, special, incidental or consequential loss or damage that may arise in respect of the
software or hardware, is expressly excluded.
1.4 Force Majeure
Liability of Analog Way is excluded in all cases that constitute Force Majeure circumstances, namely,
circumstances beyond the control of Analog Way.

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2 Terms and Definition
Auxiliary Screen or Aux: A specific Screen composed of a single scaled output with a format up to 4K@60.
Aux Screens consume zero processing resources. The content displayed can be an input, an image or a
Screen’s Program.
Background: Input or Image source displayed behind all other layers. The background consumes zero
processing resources and can display unscaled content on the whole screen.
Capacity: Unit used in the WebRCS to ensure inter-operability between all the internal elements of a
LivePremier unit. One level of capacity refers to Dual-Link bandwidth 2560x1600@60.
Cut & Fill: Feature that allows a layer to be displayed with perfect keying to give it a specific shape. One
content is used to cut another content in the same layer (via Luma keying).
Hard edge: Technology used to display continuous content using multiple outputs without any covering area.
The outputs are “side by side”, they do not overlap or share pixel information. (Opposed to Soft Edge where
some parts of the image are overlapping while projected on multiple displays.)
Image: Englobes all non-animated images. Images are imported through the WebRCS and used as content in
layers.
Keying: Electronic process where a video image is electronically superimposed over another source by
dynamically removing a portion of the first image. For example, removing all content of a certain color (such
as green or blue) is called Chroma Key and removing content based on its luminance levels is called Luma
Key. Keying is typically used for titles, logos and special effects.
Layer: Item displaying one content (Live inputs, Image or Screen Program). Layers can overlap, depending on
their visual priority. Layers can be repositioned, resized, displayed with borders, etc.
Multiviewer: Dedicated output used to monitor content in widgets. LivePremier units have two 4K
Multiviewer outputs, each one able to display up to 24 widgets.
Picture in Picture (PIP): Often used as a synonym to layer. Displaying a content over another content.
Preview (PRW): The content in Preview is not displayed on output Screens. All Preview screens replace their
corresponding Program screens during transition (or Take). Preview Screens are meant to load layers and
content before transitioning to Program.
Program (PGM): The content in Program shows what is currently displayed on Screens. It is possible to make
changes directly in the Program screens (drag and drop content in layers, layer size and position, etc.). It is
also possible to lock the Program screens to only edit the Preview screens.
Screen: Destination where the picture will be displayed. For example, a single display or a projection surface
which can be composed of one or multiple outputs. Each screen is composed with of one or multiple layers.
Soft edge blending: Technology used to compensate for the covering area when two (or more) video
projectors are combined to display a continuous content across one screen. The resulting image will appear
as a single unified picture.
WebRCS: User interface to setup and operate the LivePremier. It is a web browser based Remote Control
Software designed by Analog Way.
Widget: Multiviewer item displaying one content (Input, Image, Timer, Preview or Program Screen). Similar
to a Layer but without visual priority, widgets are displayed on same level and cannot overlap.

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3 Hardware Specifications
3.1 Safety instructions
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All of the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated and should be
maintained for further reference. Please follow all of the warnings on this product and its operating
instructions.
• WARNING: To prevent the risk of electric shock and fire, do not expose this device to rain, humidity or
intense heat sources (such as heaters and direct sunlight). This equipment is not suitable for use in locations
where children are likely to be present.
• INSTALLATION: Slots and openings in the device are provided for ventilation and to avoid overheating.
Make sure the device is never placed near a textile surface that could block the openings. Also keep away
from excessive dust, vibrations and shocks.
• POWER: Connect earth before connecting to supply. Use an earth cable to earth a screw of the unit’s chassis.
Only use the power supply indicated on the device of the power source. Devices equipped with a grounding
plug should only be used with a grounding type outlet. In no way should this grounding be modified, avoided
or suppressed. Connection of equipment to main supply must be after branch circuit breaker of the building
installation.
• POWER CORD: The device can be equipped with 2 or 3 detachable power cords, to remove mains,
disconnect them at appliance coupler.
Caution: The power cords constitute the only mean to completely disconnect the equipment from the main power.
Use the following guidelines:
- The equipment connected to the network must have a release system easily accessible and located
outside the unit.
- Unplug the power cords; do not pull on the power cords but always on the plug itself.
- The outlet should always be near the device and easily accessible.
- 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.
If one of the power supply cords is damaged, unplug the device. Using the device with a damaged power
supply cord may expose your device to electric shocks or other hazards. Verify the condition of the power
supply cords periodically. Contact your dealer or service center for replacement if damaged.
• CONNECTIONS: All inputs and outputs (except for the power input) are Electrical energy source class 1 (ES1)
as defined in IEC/UL 62368-1 edition 2.
ES1 limits: 60Vdc or 30V rms/ 42.4V peak.
• SERVICING: Disconnect all power supply cords from main before servicing.
According to IEC 62368-1 standard, an ordinary person is authorized to:
- Open the front panel cabinet and clean the air filter
- Change a removable power supply
Do not attempt to service this product yourself by opening or removing covers and screws since it may expose
your device to electric shocks or other hazards. The internal Lithium cell battery is not replaceable. In case of
problem, contact your supplier or Analog Way.
• OPENINGS: Never push objects of any kind into this product through the openings. If liquids have been
spilled or objects have fallen into the device, unplug it immediately and have it checked by a qualified
technician.