Buf Technology ShowCase 3264 User manual

BUF Technology, 12335 World Trade Drive, Suite 11, San Diego, CA 92128
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ShowCase3264
VisualPresentationController
VERSION: 010905

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................................................................................3
FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT ................................................................................3
WARRANTY STATEMENT.....................................................................................................................................3
IMPORTANT NOTES:.............................................................................................................................................3
OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................................................................3
PHYSICAL...............................................................................................................................................................3
INSTALLATION ......................................................................................................................................................3
SHOWCASE 3264 CONTROL SYSTEM................................................................................................................4
OPERATION.................................................................................................................................................................5
M/E MIX/EFFECTS OUTPUTS...............................................................................................................................5
AUX AUXILIARY OUTPUTS ..................................................................................................................................5
KEYPAD..................................................................................................................................................................5
CHANNEL SELECTION .........................................................................................................................................5
INPUT SELECTION ................................................................................................................................................5
FREEZING INPUTS ................................................................................................................................................6
TRANSITIONS ........................................................................................................................................................6
AUTOMATIC TRANSITION...............................................................................................................................6
AUTO TAKE.......................................................................................................................................................6
MANUAL TRANSITION.....................................................................................................................................6
MIX AND WIPE .......................................................................................................................................................6
EFFECTS ................................................................................................................................................................7
1 = WINDOW (PICTURE-IN-PICTURE) ............................................................................................................7
PAN & ZOOM..........................................................................................................................................................8
SEQUENCING (PRESETS)....................................................................................................................................8
STORING A PRESET........................................................................................................................................8
RECALLING A PRESET ...................................................................................................................................8
SETUP MODES............................................................................................................................................................9
1 = SETUP INPUT RASTER (PST) ........................................................................................................................9
2 = SETUP INPUT RASTER (PGM).......................................................................................................................9
1 = ONE-TIME AUTOSYNC LOCK-ON.............................................................................................................9
4 = LEFT EDGE.................................................................................................................................................9
6 = RIGHT EDGE...............................................................................................................................................9
8 = UPPER EDGE............................................................................................................................................10
2, 0 = LOWER EDGE.......................................................................................................................................10
5 = ASPECT RATIO.........................................................................................................................................10
3 = LOCK-ON DELAY...........................................................................................................................................10
6 = STORE SETUP DATA....................................................................................................................................10
7 = RECALL DEFAULT SETUP DATA................................................................................................................10
COLD BOOT.........................................................................................................................................................10
SPECIFICATIONS......................................................................................................................................................11
SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED) .......................................................................................................................12

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INTRODUCTION
FCC RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE STATEMENT
This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15
of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when
the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by BUF Technology could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment. Shielded cables must be used with this equipment to maintain compliance with FCC regulations.
WARRANTY STATEMENT
BUF Technology warrants that the equipment it manufactures is free from defects in materials and workmanship.
Equipment that has been operated within its ratings and has not been subjected to mechanical or other abuse or
modification and has failed because of such defects, will, at the option of BUF Technology, be repaired or replaced
if it is returned, freight pre-paid, to BUF Technology within two years from the date of shipment. Equipment that
fails under conditions other than described herein will be repaired at the price of parts and labor in effect at the time
of repair.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including, but not limited to, any implied warranty
of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. BUF Technology is not liable for any consequential damages.
IMPORTANT NOTES:
This software version operates with Folsom VFC-2200 version 146.35.0 software. The VFC software version is
shown on the VFC display during the power-up sequence. The correct version of software, along with instructions
for loading it into the VFC are available on the Folsom web site www.folsom.com.
OVERVIEW
The ShowCase 3264 is the control system portion of an overall visual presentation system consisting of a wide
band component video routing switcher and up to six transitioning dual video format converters. Up to 32
component video sources that can be any mix of virtually any formats including NTSC, PAL, 720p HDTV, 1080i
HDTV, or almost any known computer video output. The ShowCase 3264 is designed to control Folsom Research,
Inc. VFC-2200 Dual Video Format Converters and a Sierra Video Systems model 3216V5 32 input by 16 output
250MHz component video routing switcher. Modifications can be made in software to support other routing
switchers and/or video format converters.
PHYSICAL
The ShowCase 3264 panel measures approximately 21 inches wide by 16 inches deep by 3-5/8 inches thick, and
weighs approximately 25 pounds. User input consists of 99 magnetically operated reed type key switches with
LED lamps, and a 4 inch travel motorized linear fader. One 4-digit LED display, two 2-digit LED displays, and a
matrix of 26 rows by 32 columns (832) LEDs are used to indicate system status.
INSTALLATION
The ShowCase 3264 panel should be placed on a firm surface in a location that does not restrict air flow from the
bottom and sides of the panel and allows adequate room to make rear panel connections. See SPECIFICATIONS
for connection and power requirement information.

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SHOWCASE 3264 CONTROL SYSTEM

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OPERATION
M/E MIX/EFFECTS OUTPUTS
In this manual, the Folsom VFC-2200 dual video format converters are referred to as Mix/Effects or M/E units. This
is because they are capable of performing mixing and wiping between inputs, and because effects (resizing,
positioning, etc.) can be used. The ShowCase system is capable of controlling up to 6 M/E output channels.
These M/E channels are controlled and indicated by the rows of controls located to the right of the numbers 1-6 on
the left side of the panel. The format converter video connections are as follows:
VIDEO IN A & B FEED WITH ROUTER OUTPUTS (75 OHM SWITCH ON - DO NOT USE LOOP)
OUTPUT #1 M/E PROGRAM (PGM) OUTPUT
OUTPUT #3 M/E PRESET (PST) OUTPUT (CONFIGURE ON MENU: OUT #3 PREV <B/A>)
AUX AUXILIARY OUTPUTS
The ShowCase system controls a 32 input by 16 output router. Each M/E channel uses 2 router outputs, totaling
12. The remaining 4 router outputs are called Auxiliary or AUX Busses. These outputs are controlled and
indicated by the rows of controls located to the right of the letters A-D on the left side of the panel.
KEYPAD
The numeric KEYPAD is used to set values into the various panel registers. When numbers are entered on the
KEYPAD, they appear in the ones place on the KEYPAD DISPLAY and digits shift left. The STORE key lights
when pressed, and numbers entered either beforehand or afterwards are entered into a register when any register
type key is pressed, at which time the STORE key goes out. Pressing the STORE key a second time latches it on
to allow rapid storing of the same or different values into registers without having to press the STORE key every
time. The CLEAR key clears the display and resets the STORE key.
CHANNEL SELECTION
Any or all of the 6 M/E and 4 AUX Busses can be selected for simultaneous control. The SELECT ONE function
key allows only 1 output channel to be controlled at a time. Pressing the SELECT MULTI function key changes the
channel SELECT keys to an alternate-action mode, allowing multiple channels to be selected at once. After
pressing SELECT ONE, the next 4 presses of SELECT MULTI recall 4 different combinations of select keys that
have previously been set. All selected output channels operate simultaneously when a global function is used such
as MIX, WIPE, AUTO TRANS, EFFECT, PAN & ZOOM, etc. Settings applied to functions (such as AUTO TRANS
duration) are stored in all selected channels where applicable. When SEQ is used to recall a preset, the channel
selects that were in effect when the preset was stored are recalled into the last select multi register and that
register is recalled. This allows subsequent global operations, such as TAKE, to act upon the preset channels.
The SELECT ONE or SELECT MULTI buttons will then restore the selects that were in effect before the recall.
INPUT SELECTION
The 32 video input sources are selected into a preset PST state using the 32 input select keys. Above each input
key is a column of indicator LEDs that indicate the preset PST and program PGM state of each channel. M/E
channels have an additional row of yellow TRANS LEDs that indicate a transition is ready to begin. When an input
key is pressed, the green PST LEDs above that key light on all selected channels. The PST input is sent to the
output of a channel when a TAKE is executed. When a take is completed, this input becomes the PGM input and
its red PGM LED lights. The input key lamps light for all inputs that are currently PST on selected channels.
On each M/E channel, the PST input is automatically routed into the not-on-program input of the video format
converter. If an AUTO TRANS or manual transition is in process, the PST input will not be routed until the
transition is completed. When routing occurs, the converter's input configuration register matching the input key
number is recalled, making the signal lock-on process as fast as possible. A short delay is then implemented to
allow for the signal lock-on to complete before the TRANS LED is lit and transitioning is enabled. If an AUTO
TRANS is requested during the lock-on delay or a previous AUTO TRANS is still in process, it will begin
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FREEZING INPUTS
Input video can be frozen in the format converter by pressing the FREEZE key. Normally, the PST video is frozen,
but if an M/E SELECT key is held in while pressing its FREEZE key, the PGM video is frozen instead. While the
PST video is frozen, the FREEZE lamp lights. Pressing the FREEZE key while enabled, returns to live video.
TRANSITIONS
M/E channels can perform various different transitions from the program PGM to preset PST inputs, but the AUX
channels can only perform cuts. Transitions can be automatic using the TAKE keys, or manual using the FADER.
Normally, M/E TAKE keys light while a transition is in process, and go out when the transition completes (see
AUTO TAKE). The TAKE function key lights while any selected M/E is in the process of a transition. When a
transition completes, the PST and PGM LED indicators normally "flip/flop", meaning the old PST input becomes the
new PGM while the old PGM input becomes the new PST. This allows switching between two inputs without
having to make input selections. If a different PST input is selected during a transition, the old PST (TRAN)
becomes the new PGM, but the PST remains unchanged.
AUTOMATIC TRANSITION
An automatic transition begins on a channel when its TAKE key is pressed, or on all selected channels when
the TAKE function key is pressed. For each M/E, if the AUTO TRANS key is not lit the transition is an
instantaneous cut, where the PST input video synchronously replaces the PGM input video. If the AUTO
TRANS key is lit, the transition occurs over a period from 0-5 seconds. The AUTO TRANS duration is set by
entering a number representing tenths of seconds between 0-50 on the KEYPAD, pressing STORE, then
pressing an AUTO TRANS key. If the AUTO TRANS function key is used, the duration is stored in the AUTO
TRANS registers for all selected M/E channels. The TRAN display shows the AUTO TRANS rate if all selected
M/E channels have the same AUTO TRANS rate in effect. Individual AUTO TRANS rates are displayed on the
KEYPAD DISPLAY when channel AUTO TRANS keys are used.
AUTO TAKE
Holding the SELECT key in on an M/E while pressing its TAKE key latches the M/E in the auto take mode. A
subsequent press of the M/E take key unlatches the auto take status, and will not perform a take. The auto take
mode is indicated by the TAKE key lamp being lit when no transition is in process and not lit while a transition is
occurring, the reverse of its normal indication. When auto take is in effect on selected M/E's and an input key is
pressed, as soon as the new input is locked-on, an AUTO TRANS is automatically executed. This allows a
quick succession of inputs to be sent to the program output.
MANUAL TRANSITION
Manual transitions can be performed on M/E channels using the FADER. If the FADER is not being used to
make an effects or PAN & ZOOM adjustment, and a TAKE is possible on any selected M/E, then a manual
transition will begin when the FADER is moved away from either end point, and continue until the FADER
reaches either extreme. If the manual transition is ended by bringing the FADER to the opposite end from
which it began, a "flip/flop" will occur as described in the AUTOMATIC TRANSITION section. If the FADER is
brought back to its original position, the transition will complete but the flip/flop will not occur. Any new inputs
that have been PST while a manual transition is in process will then be routed for subsequent transitioning.
Some functions, including effects and setups, will terminate a manual transition by changing it to an automatic
transition.
MIX AND WIPE
Pressing the MIX key lights its lamp and sets all selected M/E's into the mix mode. When a transition occurs while
in mix mode, the PST video replaces the PGM video using a dissolve. Pressing the WIPE key changes the
transition mode to wipe. When a transition occurs while in wipe mode, the PST video replaces the PGM video
using a wiping action. There are several wipe patterns. Entering a wipe pattern number on the KEYPAD, pressing
the STORE key, then pressing the WIPE key stores that wipe pattern into all selected M/E's. Some wipes are
normal/reverse type. Normal/reverse wipes operate in one direction on the first and every other subsequent take,
and in the opposite direction on the second and every other subsequent take. The initial direction is restored each
time the WIPE key is pressed. The available wipe patterns are:

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1 = RIGHT/LEFT (normal/reverse)
2 = LEFT/RIGHT (normal/reverse)
3 = RIGHT
4 = LEFT
5 = DOWN/UP (normal/reverse)
6 = UP/DOWN (normal/reverse)
7 = DOWN
8 = UP
9 = CURTAIN OPEN/CLOSE (normal/reverse)
10 = CURTAIN CLOSE/OPEN (normal/reverse)
11 = CURTAIN OPEN
12 = CURTAIN CLOSE
13 = BOX OUT/IN (normal/reverse)
14 = BOX IN/OUT (normal/reverse)
15 = BOX OUT
16 = BOX IN
17 = GRID OUT/IN (normal/reverse)
18 = GRID IN/OUT (normal/reverse)
19 = GRID IN
20 = GRID CLOSE
21 = RANDOM SQUARES
EFFECTS
The EFFECT key enables or disables the current effect mode on all selected M/Es. If the effect mode is already
enabled on any selected M/E, all are disabled, otherwise all are enabled. When an effect mode is enabled on any
selected M/E, the EFFECT key lights. An effect is changed by entering a new effect number on the KEYPAD,
pressing STORE, and pressing the EFFECT key; the new effect is set on all selected M/Es. The available effect
modes are:
1 = WINDOW (PICTURE-IN-PICTURE) allows PST video to be superimposed on PGM video in window form.
1 = WINDOW (PICTURE-IN-PICTURE)
When effect 1 is enabled, the picture on the preset monitor changes to a window. When disabled, the PST
video changes back to full size. After effect 1 is enabled, and until it is disabled or the SETUP, CLEAR, or
UNDO keys are used, the window can be sized and positioned using these KEYPAD keys:
5 = SIZE moving FADER adjusts the window size. Positioning is adjusted if required to achieve size.
0, 2, 8 = VERTICAL POSITION moving FADER moves window vertically.
1 = DIAGONAL POSITION moving FADER adjusts position diagonally from lower left to upper right.
3 = DIAGONAL POSITION moving FADER adjusts position diagonally from lower right to upper left.
4, 6 = HORIZONTAL POSITION moving FADER moves window horizontally.
7 = EQUIDISTANT moving FADER adjusts window to keep equal distance from lower right or upper left.
9 = EQUIDISTANT moving FADER adjusts window to keep equal distance from lower left or upper right.
When the window effect is selected, a subsequent transition superimposes the PST video over the PGM video
in window form. When the effect transition is completed, the PST input flip/flops to become the PGM video,
although both inputs actually contribute to the program output. If a new input is PST while a window is
superimposed on the PGM output, it is not routed until the window is removed with another transition, at which
time the route and input register recall is performed to ready for another transition. Pressing the EFFECT key
while the window is visible on the PGM output performs an AUTO TRANS to remove the window, after which
the input is changed back to full screen.

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PAN & ZOOM
The PAN & ZOOM key enables or disables PAN & ZOOM on all selected M/Es PST inputs. If PAN & ZOOM is
already enabled on any selected M/E, all are disabled, otherwise all are enabled. When PAN & ZOOM is enabled
on any selected M/E, the PAN & ZOOM key lights. After PAN & ZOOM is enabled, and until it is disabled or the
SETUP, CLEAR, or UNDO keys are used, the PAN & ZOOM settings can be adjusted using these KEYPAD keys:
5 = ZOOM moving FADER adjusts the ZOOM amount from normal to about 700% normal size.
0, 2, 8 = VERTICAL POSITION moving FADER moves the visible area vertically.
1, 9 = DIAGONAL POSITION moving FADER moves the visible area diagonally from lower left to upper right.
3, 7 = DIAGONAL POSITION moving FADER moves the visible area diagonally from lower right to upper left.
4, 6 = HORIZONTAL POSITION moving FADER moves the visible area horizontally.
PAN & ZOOM adjustments are normally done on the PST monitor, but if a transition is made to the PGM output
while adjustments are in effect, they are then made on the PGM monitor.
The PAN & ZOOM state and settings are stored independently for each input. When an input is PST on an M/E,
the last used state (enabled/disabled) for that input is used. If disabled, pressing the PAN & ZOOM key enables
PAN & ZOOM using the ZOOM and POSITION settings last used for each PST input on each selected M/E. If
settings are adjusted while multiple M/E's are selected, the adjustments are made identically on all selected M/E's
and their corresponding inputs.
SEQUENCING (PRESETS)
At this time, the sequence function acts simply as a means to store and recall preset (PST) inputs, MIX/WIPE
pattern modes, and AUTO TRANS durations for selected channels.
STORING A PRESET
To store a preset, select one or more channels, set any desired combination of PST inputs, any combination of
AUTO TRANS rates, and any combination of MIX/WIPE modes, use the KEYPAD to set a value of 0-99 into the
KEYPAD DISPLAY, press and light STORE, and press the SEQ key (located under the KEYPAD). Each setting
is stored independently for each M/E channel - different PST inputs, AUTO TRANS rates, and MIX/WIPE modes
for each M/E can be stored in a single preset register. Presets are stored in nonvolatile memory in any of 100
registers. Stored presets remain saved even after power is removed for extended periods of time.
RECALLING A PRESET
To recall a preset, set a corresponding number (0-99) on the KEYPAD and press SEQ (while the STORE lamp
is off). The AUTO TRANS rate, MIX/WIPE pattern mode, and PST input are recalled into each channel that was
selected when the preset was stored. Also, these channels are reselected for subsequent global operations
(such as TAKE). The channels that were selected before the preset recall can be restored by pressing SELECT
ONE or SELECT MULTI, depending on which one had been in effect. The channel selects that were recalled
with the preset are stored in the fourth SELECT MULTI register, and can be recalled at any time by pressing
SELECT ONE, then SELECT MULTI four times.

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SETUP MODES
The SETUP key is used to put the panel in one of several setup modes. Setup modes are used to adjust various
system settings. Enter a setup mode number on the KEYPAD, press STORE, then press SETUP. While in a
setup mode, the SETUP key lights and THE PANEL WILL NOT OPERATE NORMALLY! The setup mode must be
exited by using either the SETUP or UNDO keys before any normal panel operation can be performed.
1 = SETUP INPUT RASTER (PST) sets up the format and raster of each of the 32 video inputs on the PST
monitor.
2 = SETUP INPUT RASTER (PGM) same as 1, but uses the PGM monitor.
3 = LOCK-ON DELAY varies the time period allotted for signal lock-on.
6 = STORE SETUP DATA stores certain panel setting data in nonvolatile EEPROM memory.
7 = RECALL DEFAULT SETUP DATA resets certain panel setting data to the factory defaults.
1 = SETUP INPUT RASTER (PST)
While in setup mode 1, pressing KEYPAD keys allow various input raster adjustments. Adjustments are made on
the input currently showing on the preset monitor of the lowest selected M/E. Adjustment can be cancelled at any
time by using the UNDO key. When finished, use the SETUP key to save the input raster settings in the format
converter's memory register corresponding to the input key. The saved register data is then automatically copied
to the format converters of all other M/E's. Any time an input is PST on any M/E, the correct memory register for
that input is recalled in the format converter.
If an input is being used on M/E's other than the one used for adjustment, the adjustments will not take effect on
the other M/E's until another input is PST, then the adjusted input is again PST. If a format converter is replaced or
added after input raster adjustments have already been made, they can be copied to the new converter as follows:
Select an existing M/E, press 1 on the keypad, and press and light STORE. Then for each input, select the input,
and press SETUP twice.
2 = SETUP INPUT RASTER (PGM)
Setup mode 2 is used to make the same adjustments, except using the PGM video on the program monitor.
INPUT RASTER ADJUSTMENTS:
1 = ONE-TIME AUTOSYNC LOCK-ON automatically locks-on to a new signal for a starting point.
4 = LEFT EDGE moving the FADER adjusts the left edge of the visible raster.
6 = RIGHT EDGE moving the FADER adjusts the right edge of the visible raster.
8 = UPPER EDGE moving the FADER adjusts the upper edge of the visible raster.
2, 0 = LOWER EDGE moving the FADER adjusts the lower edge of the visible raster.
5 = ASPECT RATIO moving the FADER adjusts the input aspect ratio.
1 = ONE-TIME AUTOSYNC LOCK-ON
Press the 1 key to perform a one-time AUTOSYNC lock-on of the current PST or PGM input. Use this feature to
auto detect the format of a new video source, then use the other functions in this section to fine-tune the inputs.
4 = LEFT EDGE
Press the 4 key to use the FADER to adjust the left edge of the raster. Set the raster to the point where you
lose a column of pixels on the left, then just get it back.
6 = RIGHT EDGE
Press the 6 key to use the FADER to adjust the right edge of the raster. Set the raster to the point where you
lose a column of pixels on the right, then just get it back.

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8 = UPPER EDGE
Press the 2 key to use the FADER to adjust the upper edge of the raster. Set the raster to the point where you
lose a row of pixels on the top, then just get it back.
2, 0 = LOWER EDGE
Press the 8 or 0 key to use the FADER to adjust the lower edge of the raster. Set the raster to the point where
you lose a row of pixels on the bottom, then just get it back.
5 = ASPECT RATIO
Press the 5 key to use the FADER to adjust the aspect ratio from 0.200(1:5) to 5.000(5:1). While adjusting, the
aspect ratio is shown on the KEYPAD DISPLAY in decimal form. Mechanical détentes are felt on the FADER at
the following aspect ratios: 1.000 (1:1), 1.333(4:3 NTSC, PAL), 1.778(16:9 HDTV), 2.000(2:1).
3 = LOCK-ON DELAY
Setup mode 3 is used to change the length of time allotted for M/E channels to lock-on to video input selections.
When a new input is selected and a transition is not in process, the input is routed into the not-on-program input of
the format converter. At the same time, the format converter configuration register for that input is recalled. An
internal lock-on delay timer is then set which inhibits a TAKE from occurring until the delay has elapsed. Pressing
KEYPAD keys 1-9 while in setup mode 3 changes the delay in increments of 50 milliseconds. Shorter lock-on
delays allow quicker switching between inputs, but have a higher likelihood of allowing synching glitches to show
up on the program output. The effects can be seen by setting up an auto take (see AUTO TAKE), and switching
between different inputs. Switching back and forth between the same 2 inputs will not work because no routing or
delay is used. When a delay is found that never shows any break-up on the program monitor with repeated testing
between all different video input formats, it is a good idea to use one higher to provide a safety margin. The factory
default for this setting is 5, or 250 milliseconds.
6 = STORE SETUP DATA
Setup mode 6 stores certain setup data in the EEPROM so it will be recalled whenever the ShowCase is powered-
up. Data stored includes global and M/E AUTO TRANS values, effects window size and position data for each
M/E, and PAN & ZOOM settings for each input.
7 = RECALL DEFAULT SETUP DATA
Setup mode 7 recalls factory default data into the same settings that are stored in the EEPROM in setup mode 6.
Use this setup when you don't want, or are having problems with, the setup data that is recalled during power-up.
If you want these default settings to be recalled during future power-ups, use setup 6 to store the default data in the
EEPROM, otherwise the old stored data will be used next time the system is powered-up.
COLD BOOT
A "cold boot" is performed by applying power while holding in the SEQ and TAKE keys (the outer 2 keys in the
lower row of the function key area). The word COLD shows on the KEYPAD DISPLAY. This causes the internal
CPU to execute program instructions only from the boot PROM, and inhibits the normal loading of software from
EEPROM memory. The SETUP key enters a self test mode that allows testing of all controls and indicators on the
panel. The next time the unit is powered-up, the normal application software will be loaded and run.
EEPROM is memory that holds its data when power is off, but can be written by the CPU. This memory is used to
store downloaded application software, certain setup data, and presets. Software updates are loaded into the
EEPROM by a connected PC running Windows 95/98/2000/NT and running the ShowCase configuration software.
If for some reason the unit will not run correctly due to corrupted data, and will not accept a software download from
a PC ("No Communication" showing on the PC), use the cold boot procedure to reboot. PC communication and
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SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS (APPROXIMATE) H/W/D: 3.5 X 21 X 16 INCHES (9 X 54 X 41 CM)
WEIGHT (APPROXIMATE) 25 lbs. (11.4 kgr.)
POWER REQUIREMENTS
2 REDUNDANT INPUTS
EITHER INPUT POWERS SYSTEM
85-264VAC @ 47-440HZ OR 110-370VDC LESS THAN 2.0A
(TYPICALLY LESS THAN 50W)
INRUSH CURRENT TYPICALLY 30A @ 200VAC COLD START
ENVIRONMENTAL - OPERATING 0-40C (32-104F)
20-90% RELATIVE HUMIDITY (NON-CONDENSING)
ENVIRONMENTAL - STORAGE -10-50 DEGREES C (14-122 DEGREES F)
KEY SWITCHES MAGNETICALLY OPERATED REED SWITCH
INDICATORS & DISPLAYS LED, KEY SWITCHES USE 12V BI-PIN T1-3/4 LED LAMPS
FADER PENNY & GILES 12V MOTORIZED LINEAR FADER, 4 INCH TRAVEL
COMPUTER - DB9F - RS-232 DTE
2 - TX
3 - RX
5 - GROUND
NO HANDSHAKING
COMPUTER (PC) DB9
2 - RX
3 - TX
5 - GROUND
COMPUTER (PC) DB25
3 - RX
2 - RX
7 - GROUND
RS-232 - DB9F - RS-232 DCE
3 - TX
2 - RX
5 - GROUND
NO HANDSHAKING
SIERRA VIDEO SYSTEMS RS-232 - DB9M
8 - RX
2 - TX
5 - GROUND
RS-422-1 - DB9F - CONTROLLING DEVICE
3 - TX+
8 - TX-
7 - RX+
2 - RX-
4 - GROUND
FOLSOM VFC-2200 - DB25F (MENU SET FOR RS-485)
16 - RX+
3 - RX-
14 - TX+
2 - TX-
7 - GROUND
RS-422-2 - DB9F - CONTROLLING DEVICE
3 - TX+
8 - TX-
7 - RX+
2 - RX-
4 - GROUND
SIERRA VIDEO SYSTEMS RS-422 - DB9M
3 - RX+
8 - RX-
7 - TX+
2 - TX-
4 - GROUND
RS-422-3 - DB9F - CONTROLLED DEVICE
3 - RX+
8 - RX-
7 - TX+
2 - TX-
4 - GROUND
RESERVED FOR FUTURE USE

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SPECIFICATIONS (CONTINUED)
GPI/GPO - DB9F
1 - GPI9
2 - GPI10
3 - GPI11
4 - GPI12
5 - GPI13/GPO1
6 - GPI14/GPO2
7 - GPI15/GPO3
8 - GPI16/GPO4
9 - GROUND
RESERVED FOR FUTURE USE
GPI INPUT IS PULLED TO +5VDC THROUGH 10K RESISTOR
GPI9-GPI12 CAN TOLERATE SUSTAINED EXTERNALLY APPLIED
VOLTAGES RANGING BETWEEN -48-48 VOLTS
INPUT THRESHOLD IS 2.5V
GPI13/GPO1-GPI16/GPO4 CAN TOLERATE SUSTAINED
EXTERNALLY APPLIED VOLTAGES RANGING BETWEEN 0-03
VOLTS
GPO OUTPUTS ARE OPEN COLLECTOR, ABLE TO SINK 16mA to 0.4
VOLTS OR 40mA to 0.7 VOLTS
TALLY 1-16,GPI1-4 - DB37F
1/20 - TALLY1
2/21 - TALLY2
3/22 - TALLY3
4/23 - TALLY4
5/24 - TALLY5
6/25 - TALLY6
7/26 - TALLY7
8/27 - TALLY8
9/28 - TALLY9
10/29 - TALLY10
11/30 - TALLY11
12/31 - TALLY12
13/32 - TALLY13
14/33 - TALLY14
15/34 - TALLY15
16/35 - TALLY16
17 - GPI1
36 - GPI2
18 - GPI3
37 - GPI4
19 - GROUND
TALLY OUTPUTS ARE RELAY CONTACTS THAT CLOSE WHEN
THE MATCHING INPUT CONTRIBUTES TO AN M/E OUTPUT
SWITCHING VOLTAGE: 200V MAX DC/PEAK AC RESISTIVE
SWITCHING CURRENT: 0.5A MAX DC/PEAK AC RESISTIVE
TYPICAL LIFE EXPECTANCY (1V @ 1mA): 107OPERATIONS
TYPICAL CONTACT BOUNCE: 0.35 MILLISECOND
DERATE AND USE DIODE OR R/C EMF SUPPRESSION WHEN
SWITCHING INDUCTIVE LOADS TO AVOID CONTACT DAMAGE
GPI1-GPI4 ARE IDENTICAL TO GPI9-GPI12 ABOVE
TALLY 17-32,GPI5-8 - DB37F IDENTICAL TO TALLY 1-16,GPI1-4 ABOVE
POWER INPUT - DUAL IEC STANDARD IEC POWER CONNECTORS (2)
DUAL REDUNDANT INPUTS, EITHER WILL POWER SYSTEM