FOR-A FVW-700 User manual

FVW-700
Video Writer
1st Edition
OPERATION
MANUAL

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Edition Revision History
Edit.
Rev.
Date
Description
Section/Page
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2017/06/28
First edition

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Precautions
Important Safety Warnings
[Power]
Caution
Operate unit only at the specified supply voltage.
Disconnect the power cord via the power plug only. Do not pull on the cable portion.
Stop
Do not place or drop heavy or sharp-edged objects on the power cord. A damaged
cord can cause fire or electrical shock hazards. Regularly check the power cord for
excessive wear or damage to avoid possible fire / electrical hazards.
Caution
Ensure the power cord is firmly plugged into the AC outlet.
[Grounding]
Caution
Ensure the unit is properly grounded at all times to prevent electrical shock.
Hazard
Do not ground the unit to gas lines, units, or fixtures of an explosive or dangerous
nature.
[Operation]
Hazard
Do not operate the unit under hazardous or potentially explosive atmospheric
conditions. Doing so could result in fire, explosion, or other hazardous results.
Hazard
Do not allow liquids, metal pieces, or other foreign materials to enter the unit. Doing so
could result in fire, other hazards, or a unit malfunction.
If a foreign material does enter the unit, turn the power off and immediately disconnect
the power cord. Remove the material and contact an authorized service representative
if damage has occurred.
[Transportation]
Hazard
Handle with care to avoid impact shock during transit, which may cause malfunction.
When you need to transport the unit, use the original or suitable alternative packing
material.

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[Circuitry Access]
Do not remove covers, panels, casing, or access the circuitry with power applied to the
unit. Turn the power off and disconnect the power cord prior to removal. Internal
servicing / adjustment of unit should only be performed by qualified personnel.
Stop
Do not touch any parts / circuitry with a high heat factor.
Capacitors can retain enough electric charge to cause mild to serious shock, even after
the power has been disconnected. Capacitors associated with the power supply are
especially hazardous.
Hazard
Unit should not be operated or stored with cover, panels, and / or casing removed.
Operating the unit with circuitry exposed could result in electric shock / fire hazards or
a unit malfunction.
[Potential Hazards]
Caution
If abnormal odors or noises are noticed coming from the unit, immediately turn the
power off and disconnect the power cord to avoid potentially hazardous conditions. If
problems similar to the above occur, contact an authorized service representative
before attempting to operate the unit again.
[Rack Mount Brackets, Ground Terminal, and Rubber Feet]
Caution
To rack-mount or ground the unit, or to install rubber feet, do not use screws or
materials other than those supplied. Doing so may cause damage to the internal
circuits or components of the unit. If you remove the rubber feet that are attached to the
unit, do not reinsert the screws that secure the rubber feet.
[Consumables]
Caution
Consumable items that are used in the unit must be periodically replaced. For further
details on which parts are consumables and when they should be replaced, refer to the
specifications at the end of the Operation Manual. Since the service life of the
consumables varies greatly depending on the environment in which they are used,
such items should be replaced at an early date. For details on replacing consumable
items, contact your dealer.

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Upon Receipt
The FVW-700 units and their accessories are fully inspected and adjusted prior to shipment. Operation
can be performed immediately upon completing all required connections and operational settings.
Check your received items against the packing lists below.
FVW-700 Box
ITEM
QTY
REMARKS
FVW-700
1
AC Cord
1 set
(Includes an AC cord retaining clip)
Rack Mount Brackets
1 set
EIA standard type (Includes 4 screws)
Rubber Feet
1 set
DVI-VGA Conversion connector
1
CD-ROM
1
FVW-700 Operation Manual (PDF)
FVW-7SO Operation Manual (PDF)
Trademarks
* Microsoft Windows®, 10 IoT Enterprise Operating System is either registered trademark or
trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries
* NVIDIA and Quadro are either registered trademarks or trademarks of NVIDIA Corporation in the
United States and-or other countries.

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Installing the AC Cord Retention Clip
Secure the AC cord with the supplied ladder strap/retention clip assembly to prevent accidental
removal from the unit.
Installing the clip
1) Wrap the retention clip around the AC cord (with the anchor of the ladder strap toward the
unit.)
2) Insert the anchor into the hole next to the AC IN socket.
3) Lightly fasten the clip around the AC cord.
4) Plug in the power cord.
5) Slide the clip on the ladder strap toward the plug.
6) Fasten the clip tightly.
7) Gently pull on the AC cord to ensure it is secured.
Unplugging the AC cord
1) Push the tab on the retention clip up to unfasten the clip.
2) Push the tab on the ladder strap up and slide the clip back.
3) Unplug the AC cord.
2)
4)
3)
5)
6)
1)
2)

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Table of Contents
1. Prior to Starting.....................................................................................................................................8
1-1. Overview .....................................................................................................................................8
1-2. Features......................................................................................................................................8
1-3. Precautions on FVW-700 Use ....................................................................................................8
2. Panel Descriptions................................................................................................................................9
2-1. Front Panel..................................................................................................................................9
2-2. Rear Panel ................................................................................................................................10
2-2-1. Alarm Connector................................................................................................................11
3. Connection .........................................................................................................................................13
3-1. Using a Touch Panel Monitor....................................................................................................13
3-1-1. Touch Panel Driver Installation..........................................................................................13
4-2. System Setting..........................................................................................................................16
4-4. Composite Out Settings............................................................................................................17
4-5. Saving Settings .........................................................................................................................18
5. Resetting to Default............................................................................................................................19
6. Specifications and Dimensions ..........................................................................................................20
6-1. Unit Specifications.....................................................................................................................20
Appendix 1. How to Reset BIOS ............................................................................................................22
Appendix 2. MICROSOFT SOFTWARE LICENSE TERMS ..................................................................31

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1. Prior to Starting
1-1. Overview
The FVW-700 system displays lines, objects, images, and movies onto video images in real time.
Creating custom icons allow you to control the application via a touch screen. It is ideal for live
broadcast environments, including weather news and sports.
1-2. Features
Draw and point in real-time over input video
Straight line, free-hand, and pre-programmed graphic shape mode available
Numbering, still images and animation placement over input video
Various types of lines, thickness, edge-width and colors
Highlight function
DSK function - Enables and disables the Video Writer object to be output onto input video.
Simple operation with draw tool, function, setting and background icons.
Freely assignable custom buttons for various tools (Add, Delete, or change Properties)
Touch panel calibration
Chromakey function
1-3. Precautions on FVW-700 Use
When using the FVW-700, note the following points.
Windows 10 is used and the OS is custormized for FVW-700.
Do not change OS settings.
Do not install software programs other than specific softwares.
Note that the C: drive of the FVW-700 is write-protected. Do not add folders and files to the C:
drive. If files are saved to the C: drive, Windows OS may hang up. Although files are
successflly saved to C: drive, the files will be lost when power is turned off.
Save all folders and files to D: drive.

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2. Panel Descriptions
2-1. Front Panel
FVW-700
VIDEO WRITER
MAIN POWER
POWER FAN FAN
USB 1 USB 2
No.
Item
Description
1
Status
Indicators
POWER
Lit green
Power is applied to the unit.
Unlit
The unit is powered off or no power cord is
connected
MAIN
FAN
Unlit
Air cooling fans are operating normally.
Lit red
One or more cooling fans failed. Turn off the power
and replace the fans if necessary.
POWER
FAN
Unlit
The power unit air cooling fan is operating normally.
Lit red
The power unit air cooling fan has failed. Turn off
the power and replace the power unit if necessary.
2
POWER
switch
Used to turn the unit on and off. The POWER indicator lights up when the
FVW-700 is powered on.
To turn off the FVW-700, close all applications and shutdown the OS.
Wait at least 5 seconds and turn the power back on after powering off
the FVW-700.
3
USB1,
USB2
For connecting USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, and other USB
devices (USB3.0 Standard-A connector).
４
Service
panel
Do not open. For service maintanance only.
IMPORTANT
When ＭAIN FAN/POWER FAN indicators light red, one or more cooling fans failed.
Turn off the power and contact your For-A agent.
Pressing down the POWER switch for more than 5 seconds forces the power off. Apply this
procedure only when problems occur. If the power is forced off while saving data, the data
might be corrupted. Data corruption in such case are not covered under warranty.
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2-2. Rear Panel
AC100-240V50/60HzIN
FVW-700USB3USB4LAN1LAN2
DVI-I
SERIALALARM
DISPLAY PORT
1 2 3 4
SDI OUT GENLOCK SDI IN 123 4
No.
Item
Description
1
DISPLAY
PORT 1-4
Connects PC monitor or touch panel monitor units using the supplied
DisplayPort-DVI conversion connector. Operation GUI opens.
The same screen outputs to DISPLAY PORT1-4. (DisplayPort
connector)
2
ALARM
Outputs power/fan alarm. (9-pin D-sub female)
3
SERIAL
Connects touch panel units.
(RS-232C 9-pin D-sub male)
4
SDI IN
Inputs HD-SDI signals (BNC).
Inputs background video images.
5
SDI OUT 1-4
Outputs HD-SDI signals (BNC).
SDI OUT 1
Outputs background and object or object only.
(Set by FVW-700 Video Writer.)
SDI OUT 2
Outputs SDI OUT1 key signal.
SDI OUT 3
Outputs background and object or object only.
(Set by FVW-700 Video Writer.)
SDI OUT 4
Outputs SDI OUT3 key signal.
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GENLOCK
Inputs an external reference signal (B.B. or tri-level sync) to either of two
connectors. The other connector is used for loopthrough connection and
must be terminated with a 75 ohm terminating resistor when not used.
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DVI-I
Not used.
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LAN1, LAN2
Connects to a computer Ethernet port.
(100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, RJ-45)
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USB3, USB4
Connects USB devices such as a keyboard, mouse, and other USB
devices (USB3.0 Standard-A connector)
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Ground
Terminal
Grounds unit to protect operators against static electricity and/or
electrical shock.
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Status Lamp
Power supply unit status lamp. Indicates the power supply is operating
normally when the lamp is lit.
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AC IN
For connection to AC power source.（AC100V-240V 50/60Hz）
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7
3
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2-2-1. Alarm Connector
Pin Assignment Table (9-pin D-sub, female, Inch screws)
Pin No.
Signal Name
In/Out
Description
1
+5VOUT
Out
Outputs +5V.
2
POW
ALARM
Out
Outputs Power alarm. (*1)
3
FAN ALARM
Out
Outputs Fan alarm.
4
COMMON
-
Common Power and Fan alarm. (*1)
5
GND
-
Signal ground
6
NC
-
Not used
7
NC
-
Not used
8
NC
-
Not used
9
NC
-
Not used
* Maximum current rating for +5V OUT is 200mA.
(*1) Refer to the alarm output circuit diagram below.
Alarm Output Circuit
Alarm outputs are relay contact circuits that operate as follows.
Normal: Common and Open
Malfunction and Power OFF: Common and Close
Pin 4 is a Common pin for both power and fan alarm.
Contact rating is 0.5A@30VDC.
Closed when a
malfunction occurs
or the power is off.
Alarm Output
FVW-700 side
Relay contact
Relay contact
POW ALARM
FAN ALARM
COMMON
Max: 30V

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2-2-2. SERIAL Connector (RS-232C)
Pin Assignment Table (9-pin D-sub male, Inch screws)
Pin No.
Signal Name
In/Out
Description
1
DCD
In
Data carrier detection
2
RXD
In
Receive data
3
TXD
Out
Transmit data
4
DTR
Out
Data terminal ready
5
GND
Signal ground
6
DSR
In
Data set ready
7
RTS
Out
Request to send
8
CTS
In
Clear to send
9
RI
In
Ring indicator

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3. Connection
3-1. Using a Touch Panel Monitor
The figure below illustrates a connection example.
AC100-240V50/60HzIN
FVW-700USB3USB4LAN1LAN2
DVI-I
SERIALALARM
DISPLAY PORT
1 2 3 4
SDI OUT GENLOCK SDI IN 123 4
Do not connect or disconnect cables while the power is on. Doing so may damage the internal
circuitry.
3-1-1. Touch Panel Driver Installation
To use a touch panel screen, some monitors may require the installation of a touch panel
driver. For the FVW-700, C: drive is write-protected. (Write protection needs to be disabled
before driver installation.) Follow the steps below to disable the write protection, install the
driver, and re-enable the write protection.
1. Click the ×button in the upper right corner of the window to exit Video Writer.
2. Double-click the uwf_disable.bat in D:\forawork to execute the batch file.
3. Command Prompt opens and shows the following messages. Press any key once on
the keyboard.
**********************************************************************
The write-protection(UWF) for the boot drive(C:) is set to enable.
The any driver cannot install when write-protection is enabled.
**********************************************************************
Press any key to continue . . .
Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
統合書き込みフィルターはシステム再起動後に有効になります。
DisplayPort-DVI
conversion connector
(Supplied)
75Ω
Termination
DVI-I Cable
LINE VIDEO IN
(HD-SDI)
GENLOCK IN
KEY
VIDEO
KEY
VIDEO
HD-SDI
HD-SDI
HD-SDI
HD-SDI
AC Power
Supply
RS-232C Cable / USB Cable
Touch Panel Monitor

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4. The following messages appear. Check that Disable is shown in Boot Command and
press any key once on the keyboard. Command Prompt closes and FVW-700 will restart
automatically.
5. After restarting, install the touch panel driver for your touch panel. Be sure to use
the driver built for Window 10.
6. After installing the driver, double-click the uwf_enable.bat in D:\forawork to execute the
batch file.
7. Command Prompt opens and shows the following messages. Press any key once on
the keyboard.
8. The following messages appear. Check that Enable is shown in Boot Command and
press any key once on the keyboard. Command Prompt closes.
9. Windows shuts down automatically and the FVW-700 power supply turns off
automatically.
10. Wait for about 5 seconds and turn on the front panel power switch.
Driver installation is complete.
Unified Write Filter Configuration Utility version 10.0.14393
Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Unified Write Filter will be enabled after system restart.
**********************************************************************
The write-protection for the boot drive was set to disable.
It is reflected in the next boot. Please shutdown the Windows.
**********************************************************************
Press any key to continue . . .
Unified Write Filter Configuration Utility version 10.0.14393
Copyright (c) Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
Unified Write Filter will be disabled after system restart.
**********************************************************************
The write-protection for the boot drive was set to disable.
It is reflected in the next boot. Please shutdown the Windows.
**********************************************************************
Press any key to continue . . .
**********************************************************************
The write-protection(UWF) for the boot drive(C:) is set to enable.
The any driver cannot install when write-protection is enabled.
**********************************************************************
Press any key to continue . . .

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4. Using Video Writer
See FVW-7SO Operation Manual for details on Video Writer basic operations and settings.
4-1. Starting and Exiting Video Writer
Starting Video Writer
On the desktop, double-click the shortcut to VideoWriter.
NOTE
Video Writer is automatically started when the FVW-700 is powered on.
Normally the application does not need to be manually started.
Exiting Video Writer
Click the × button in the upper right corner of the main window.
A Shutdown operation is required before the FVW-700 is turned off. Select Shutdown from
Windows Start Menu. The FVW-700 power turns off automatically.
IMPORTANT
Pressing the POWER switch down for more than 5 seconds forces the power off when Windows
becomes inoperable because of software issues. Apply this procedure only when problem
occurs.
Unplug the FVW-700 when unused for a long period of time.
Main Window
Click the x button.

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4-2. System Setting
This section describes how to select the video format, reference signal and Lock Source, and to
adjust genlock phases.
1. Click the Menu button in the main window.
2. Click the Option button.
3. The screen for video option settings appears allowing you to set various settings. Click OK
when settings are complete.

Video Format selection

External reference signal selection
Genlock: Use of Genlock Signal.
Video In: Synchronizes to SDI IN.
1. When Genlock is selected in , set 
and .

Genlock Signal selection

Genlock phase adjustment

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4-3. Background Image or Movie Selection
This section describes how to select a background image. Select a background image by clicking a
background button in the Video Writer main window as shown below.
When Live is clicked, the movie stream that is input to FVW-700 SDI IN is applied. (Default: Live)
4-4. Composite Out Settings
This section describes how to set output images and VW objects. Allows you to select output
images from FVW-700 SDI OUT1 and SDI OUT3.
1. Open FVW-700 Menu >Option > Video dialog.
2. Set output images from SDI OUT1 in Video OUT1. (Default: Mix)
Mix: Outputs background image and VW-created object composition from SDI OUT1.
VW Only: Outputs VW-created objects only from SDI OUT1.
3. Set output images from SDI OUT3 in Video Out2. (Default: Mix)
Background Buttons

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4. When set to Mix for Video OUT1 / Video OUT2, click the Main window DSK button. When the
button turns red, background and VW objects composite images are out from SDI OUT1 / SDI
OUT3.
4-5. Saving Settings
This section describes how to save the current screen image, draw tool property settings, and
background button settings into a file. File extension is .vwf.
1. Click the Menu button in the Video Writer main window.
2. Menu dialog box appears. Click Save.
3. Save As dialog box appears. Input file name and directory and click Save.
4. Returns to the Menu dialog box. Clicking OK closes the dialog box and current settings are
saved into a file.

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4-6. Loading Settings
This section describes how to load settings saved under Sec. 4-5. “Saving Settings.”
1. Click the Menu button in Video Writer main window.
2. The Menu dialog box appears. Click Load.
3. An Open dialog box appears. Select the file (.vwf) to load and click OK.
4. Returns to the Menu dialog box. Clicking OK closes the dialog box and loads the selected
settings.
5. Resetting to Default
FVW-700 settings are saved as below.
File
Settings
How to Save and Load Settings
VideoWriter.ini
Properties settings of draw tools
Background button settings
Option settings
Safety area marker settings
Video format settings
External reference input settings
Click OK in the Properties dialog box.
Settings are kept until the next time the
application is started.
VideoWriter file
(vwf file)
Current on screen image
Property settings of draw tools
Background button settings
Save and load the .vwf files.
To reset the above settings to default, follow the below procedure.
1. In Video Writer software, click the ×button in the upper right corner of the main window to
close the application.
2. To execute a batch file, double-click default.bat located in C:\VideoWriter\.
3. The command prompt is launched automatically. Once the command prompt finishes its
process, the settings have been reset.
4. The settings are reset to default the next time Video Writer is run.

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6. Specifications and Dimensions
6-1. Unit Specifications
Video formats
HD-SDI
1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 720/59.94p, 720/50p
Signal Processing
4:2:2:4 digital component
Quantizing
10-bit
Video Inputs
HD-SDI: 1.5 Gbps 75Ω, BNC x 1
Video Outputs
HD-SDI: 1.5 Gbps 75Ω, BNC x 4
(2 outputs for video signal and other 2 for key source signal. SDI IN
input is bypassed through SDI OUT1 output when the unit is
powered off.)
Genlock Input
BB: NTSC 0.429V(p-p) / PAL 0.45V(p-p) or
Tri-level Sync: 0.6V(p-p)
75Ω (termination required) or loopthrough, BNC x 1
Input Lock
±0.5H relative to genlock signal phase
I/O Delay
1 frame when the video input phase is same as that of genlock.
Interface
DVI-I
DVI-I x 1 (1280 x 1024) (Not used)
USB
USB 3.0, Series-A type connector x 4 (2 on the front panel,2 on the
rear panel)
LAN1/LAN2
100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, RJ-45 x 2
ALARM
9-PIN D-sub (female) x 1
ALARM: Power and fan alarm (Relay make contact output)
RS232C (SERIAL)
9-pin D-sub (male) x 1
DisplayPort1-4
DisplayPort (1.2) x 4 for control screen output
Temperature
0°C - 40°C
Humidity
20% - 80% (no condensation)
Power
100VAC - 240VAC ±10%, 50/60Hz
Consumption
120VA (117W) at 100V-120VAC
132VA (109W) at 220V - 240VAC
Dimensions
430 (W) x 44 (H) x 500 (D) mm, EIA 1RU
Weight
9 kg
Consumables
(if used 24 hours a day at
normal temperature)
Cooling fans: Replace every 3 years
Power unit: Replace every 5 years
Battery: Replace every 5 years *
*Yearly battery replacement is recommended when unit is stored without powering on for long
periods.