GRASS VALLEY KALEIDO-MX User manual

Quick Start Guide
M933-9905-107
2015-04-02
KALEIDO-MX (1RU)
HIGH QUALITY, PRE-CONFIGURED MULTIVIEWER

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Copyright & Trademark Notice
Copyright © 2013–2015, Grass Valley USA, LLC. All rights reserved.
Belden, Belden Sending All The Right Signals, and the Belden logo are trademarks or
registered trademarks of Belden Inc. or its affiliated companies in the United States and
other jurisdictions. Grass Valley, Kaleido-MX, Kaleido-X, iControl, NVISION, and Densité are
trademarks or registered trademarks of Grass Valley USA, LLC. Belden Inc., Grass Valley USA,
LLC, and other parties may also have trademark rights in other terms used herein.
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Title Kaleido-MX (1RU) Quick Start Guide
Part Number M933-9905-107
Revision 2015-04-02, 19:34

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Important Safeguards and Notices
This section provides important safety guidelines for operators and service personnel.
Specific warnings and cautions appear throughout the manual where they apply. Please
read and follow this important information, especially those instructions related to the risk
of electric shock or injury to persons.
Symbols and Their Meanings
Indicates that dangerous high voltage is present within the equipment
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric
shock.
Indicates that the user, operator or service technician should refer to the product
manuals for important operating, maintenance, or service instructions.
This is a prompt to note the fuse rating when replacing fuses. The fuse
referenced in the text must be replaced with one having the ratings indicated.
Identifies a protective grounding terminal which must be connected to earth
ground prior to making any other equipment connections.
Identifies an external protective grounding terminal which may be connected to
earth ground as a supplement to an internal grounding terminal.
Indicates that static sensitive components are present, which may be damaged
by electrostatic discharge. Use anti-static procedures, equipment and surfaces
during servicing.
Indicates that the equipment has more than one power supply cord, and that all
power supply cords must be disconnected before servicing to avoid electric
shock.
The presence of this symbol in or on Grass Valley equipment means that it has
been tested and certified as complying with applicable Canadian Standard
Association (CSA) regulations and recommendations for USA/Canada.
The presence of this symbol in or on Grass Valley equipment means that it has
been tested and certified as complying with applicable Underwriters Laboratory
(UL) regulations and recommendations for USA/Canada.
The presence of this symbol in or on Grass Valley equipment means that it has
been tested and certified as complying with applicable Intertek Testing Services
regulations and recommendations for USA/Canada.

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Warnings
A warning indicates a possible hazard to personnel, which may cause injury or
death. Observe the following general warnings when using or working on this
equipment:
• Appropriately listed/certified mains supply power cords must be used for the
connection of the equipment to the mains voltage at either 120 V AC or 240 V AC.
• This product relies on the building's installation for short-circuit (over-current)
protection. Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker for 120 V AC or 240 V AC is used on the
phase conductors.
• Any instructions in this manual that require opening the equipment cover or enclosure
are for use by qualified service personnel only.
• Do not operate the equipment in wet or damp conditions.
• This equipment is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cords. To
avoid electrical shock, plug the power cords into a properly wired receptacle before
connecting the equipment inputs or outputs.
• Route power cords and other cables so they are not likely to be damaged. Properly
support heavy cable bundles to avoid connector damage.
• Disconnect power before cleaning the equipment. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners; use only a damp cloth.
• Dangerous voltages may exist at several points in this equipment. To avoid injury, do
not touch exposed connections and components while power is on.
• High leakage current may be present. Earth connection of product is essential before
connecting power.
• Prior to servicing, remove jewelry such as rings, watches, and other metallic objects.
• To avoid fire hazard, use only the fuse type and rating specified in the service
instructions for this product, or on the equipment.
• To avoid explosion, do not operate this equipment in an explosive atmosphere.
• Use proper lift points. Do not use door latches to lift or move equipment.
• Avoid mechanical hazards. Allow all rotating devices to come to a stop before servicing.
• Have qualified service personnel perform safety checks after any service.
Cautions
A caution indicates a possible hazard to equipment that could result in equipment
damage. Observe the following cautions when operating or working on this
equipment:
• This equipment is meant to be installed in a restricted access location.
The presence of this symbol in or on Grass Valley product means that it complies
with all applicable European Union (CE) directives.
The presence of this symbol in or on Grass Valley product means that it complies
with safety of laser product applicable standards.

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• When installing this equipment, do not attach the power cord to building surfaces.
• Products that have no on/off switch, and use an external power supply must be
installed in proximity to a main power outlet that is easily accessible.
• Use the correct voltage setting. If this product lacks auto-ranging power supplies,
before applying power ensure that each power supply is set to match the power
source.
• Provide proper ventilation. To prevent product overheating, provide equipment
ventilation in accordance with the installation instructions.
• Do not operate with suspected equipment failure. If you suspect product damage or
equipment failure, have the equipment inspected by qualified service personnel.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that
contained in the operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all
servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing should be done in a static-free
environment.
• This unit may have more than one power supply cord. Disconnect all power supply
cords before servicing to avoid electric shock.
• Follow static precautions at all times when handling this equipment.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Protection
Electrostatic discharge occurs when electronic components are improperly
handled and can result in intermittent failure or complete damage adversely
affecting an electrical circuit. When you remove and replace any card from a frame
always follow ESD-prevention procedures:
• Ensure that the frame is electrically connected to earth ground through the power cord
or any other means if available.
• Wear an ESD wrist strap ensuring that it makes good skin contact. Connect the
grounding clip to an unpainted surface of the chassis frame to safely ground unwanted
ESD voltages. If no wrist strap is available, ground yourself by touching the unpainted
metal part of the chassis.
• For safety, periodically check the resistance value of the antistatic strap, which should
be between 1 and 10 megohms.
• When temporarily storing a card make sure it is placed in an ESD bag.
• Cards in an earth grounded metal frame or casing do not require any special ESD
protection.
Cautions for LCD and TFT Displays
Excessive usage may harm your vision. Rest for 10 minutes for every 30 minutes of
usage.
If the LCD or TFT glass is broken, handle glass fragments with care when disposing
of them. If any fluid leaks out of a damaged glass cell, be careful not to get the liquid crystal
fluid in your mouth or skin. If the liquid crystal touches your skin or clothes, wash it off
immediately using soap and water. Never swallow the fluid. The toxicity is extremely low
but caution should be exercised at all times.

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Mesures de sécurité et avis importants
La présente section fournit des consignes de sécurité importantes pour les opérateurs et le
personnel de service. Des avertissements ou mises en garde spécifiques figurent dans le
manuel, dans les sections où ils s’appliquent. Prenez le temps de bien lire les consignes et
assurez-vous de les respecter, en particulier celles qui sont destinées à prévenir les
décharges électriques ou les blessures.
Signification des symboles utilisés
Signale la présence d’une tension élevée et dangereuse dans le boîtier de
l’équipement ; cette tension peut être suffisante pour constituer un risque de
décharge électrique.
Avertit l'utilisateur, l’opérateur ou le technicien de maintenance que des
instructions importantes relatives à l'utilisation et à l'entretien se trouvent dans
la documentation accompagnant l’équipement.
Invite l'utilisateur, l’opérateur ou le technicien de maintenance à prendre note du
calibre du fusible lors du remplacement de ce dernier. Le fusible auquel il est fait
référence dans le texte doit être remplacé par un fusible du même calibre.
Identifie une borne de mise à la terre de protection. Il faut relier cette borne à la
terre avant d’effectuer toute autre connexion à l’équipement.
Identifie une borne de mise à la terre externe qui peut être connectée en tant
que borne de mise à la terre supplémentaire.
Signale la présence de composants sensibles à l’électricité statique et qui sont
susceptibles d’être endommagés par une décharge électrostatique. Utilisez des
procédures, des équipements et des surfaces antistatiques durant les
interventions d’entretien.
Le symbole ci-contre signifie que l’appareil comporte plus d’un cordon
d'alimentation et qu’il faut débrancher tous les cordons d'alimentation avant
toute opération d’entretien, afin de prévenir les chocs électriques.
La marque C-CSA-US certifie que l’appareil visé a été testé par l'Association
canadienne de normalisation (CSA) et reconnu conforme aux exigences
applicables en matière de sécurité électrique en vigueur au Canada et aux États-
Unis.
La marque C-UL-US certifie que l’appareil visé a été testé par Underwriters
Laboratory (UL) et reconnu conforme aux exigences applicables en matière de
sécurité électrique en vigueur au Canada et aux États-Unis.

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Avertissements
Les avertissements signalent des conditions ou des pratiques susceptibles
d’occasionner des blessures graves, voire fatales. Veuillez vous familiariser avec les
avertissements d’ordre général ci-dessous :
• Un cordon d’alimentation dûment homologué doit être utilisé pour connecter
l’appareil à une tension de secteur de 120 V CA ou 240 V CA.
• La protection de ce produit contre les courts-circuits (surintensités) dépend de
l’installation électrique du bâtiment. Assurez-vous qu'un fusible ou un disjoncteur pour
120 V CA ou 240 V CA est utilisé sur les conducteurs de phase.
• Dans le présent manuel, toutes les instructions qui nécessitent d’ouvrir le couvercle de
l’équipement sont destinées exclusivement au personnel technique qualifié.
• N’utilisez pas cet appareil dans un environnement humide.
• Cet équipement est mis à la terre par le conducteur de mise à la terre des cordons
d’alimentation. Pour éviter les chocs électriques, branchez les cordons d’alimentation
sur une prise correctement câblée avant de brancher les entrées et sorties de
l’équipement.
• Acheminez les cordons d’alimentation et autres câbles de façon à ce qu’ils ne risquent
pas d’être endommagés. Supportez correctement les enroulements de câbles afin de
ne pas endommager les connecteurs.
• Coupez l’alimentation avant de nettoyer l’équipement. Ne pas utiliser de nettoyants
liquides ou en aérosol. Utilisez uniquement un chiffon humide.
• Des tensions dangereuses peuvent exister en plusieurs points dans cet équipement.
Pour éviter toute blessure, ne touchez pas aux connexions ou aux composants exposés
lorsque l’appareil est sous tension.
• Avant de procéder à toute opération d’entretien ou de dépannage, enlevez tous vos
bijoux (notamment vos bagues, votre montre et autres objets métalliques).
• Pour éviter tout risque d’incendie, utilisez uniquement les fusibles du type et du calibre
indiqués sur l’équipement ou dans la documentation qui l’accompagne.
• Ne pas utiliser cet appareil dans une atmosphère explosive.
• Présence possible de courants de fuite. Un raccordement à la masse est indispensable
avant la mise sous tension.
La marque ETL Listed d’Intertek pour le marché Nord-Américain certifie que
l’appareil visé a été testé par Intertek et reconnu conforme aux exigences
applicables en matière de sécurité électrique en vigueur au Canada et aux États-
Unis.
Le marquage CE indique que l’appareil visé est conforme aux exigences
essentielles des directives applicables de l’Union européenne en matière de
sécurité électrique, de compatibilité électromagnétique et de conformité
environnementale.
Le symbole ci-contre sur un appareil Grass Valley ou à l’intérieur de l’appareil
indique qu’il est conforme aux normes applicables en matière de sécurité laser.

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• Après tout travail d’entretien ou de réparation, faites effectuer des contrôles de sécurité
par le personnel technique qualifié.
Mises en garde
Les mises en garde signalent des conditions ou des pratiques susceptibles
d’endommager l’équipement. Veuillez vous familiariser avec les mises en garde ci-
dessous :
• L’appareil est conçu pour être installé dans un endroit à accès restreint.
• Au moment d’installer l’équipement, ne fixez pas les cordons d’alimentation aux
surfaces intérieures de l’édifice.
• Les produits qui n'ont pas d’interrupteur marche-arrêt et qui disposent d’une source
d’alimentation externe doivent être installés à proximité d'une prise de courant facile
d’accès.
• Si l’équipement n’est pas pourvu d’un modules d’alimentation auto-adaptables, vérifiez
la configuration de chacun des modules d'alimentation avant de les mettre sous
tension.
• Assurez une ventilation adéquate. Pour éviter toute surchauffe du produit, assurez une
ventilation de l’équipement conformément aux instructions d’installation.
• N’utilisez pas l’équipement si vous suspectez un dysfonctionnement du produit. Faites-
le inspecter par un technicien qualifié.
• Pour réduire le risque de choc électrique, n'effectuez pas de réparations autres que
celles qui sont décrites dans le présent manuel, sauf si vous êtes qualifié pour le faire.
Confiez les réparations à un technicien qualifié. La maintenance doit se réaliser dans un
milieu libre d’électricité statique.
• L’appareil peut comporter plus d’un cordon d'alimentation. Afin de prévenir les chocs
électriques, débrancher tous les cordons d'alimentation avant toute opération
d’entretien.
• Veillez à toujours prendre les mesures de protection antistatique appropriées quand
vous manipulez l’équipement.
Protection contre les décharges électrostatiques (DES)
Une décharge électrostatique peut se produire lorsque des composants
électroniques ne sont pas manipulés de manière adéquate, ce qui peut entraîner
des défaillances intermittentes ou endommager irrémédiablement un circuit
électrique. Au moment de remplacer une carte dans un châssis, prenez toujours les
mesures de protection antistatique appropriées :
• Assurez-vous que le châssis est relié électriquement à la terre par le cordon
d'alimentation ou tout autre moyen disponible.
• Portez un bracelet antistatique et assurez-vous qu'il est bien en contact avec la peau.
Connectez la pince de masse à une surface non peinte du châssis pour détourner à la
terre toute tension électrostatique indésirable. En l’absence de bracelet antistatique,
déchargez l’électricité statique de votre corps en touchant une surface métallique non
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• Pour plus de sécurité, vérifiez périodiquement la valeur de résistance du bracelet
antistatique. Elle doit se situer entre 1 et 10 mégohms.
• Si vous devez mettre une carte de côté, assurez-vous de la ranger dans un sac
protecteur antistatique.
• Les cartes qui sont reliées à un châssis ou boîtier métallique mis à la terre ne
nécessitent pas de protection antistatique spéciale.
Précautions pour les écrans LCD et TFT
Regarder l’écran pendant une trop longue période de temps peut nuire à votre
vision. Prenez une pause de 10 minutes, après 30 minutes d’utilisation.
Si l'écran LCD ou TFT est brisé, manipulez les fragments de verre avec précaution au
moment de vous en débarrasser. veillez à ce que le cristal liquide n'entre pas en contact
avec la peau ou la bouche. En cas de contact avec la peau ou les vêtements, laver
immédiatement à l'eau savonneuse. Ne jamais ingérer le liquide. La toxicité est
extrêmement faible, mais la prudence demeure de mise en tout temps.
Recycling
Visit www.grassvalley.com for recycling information.
Certification and Compliance
Safety Compliance
This equipment complies with the European Directive 2006/95/EC – Low
voltage directive, in addition to the following standards on safety of
information technology equipment:
– CAN/CSA 22.2 No. 60950-1-07, 2nd Edition, A1:2011
– UL 60950-1:2007, 2nd Edition
– IEC 60950-1:2005, 2nd Edition, A1:2009
– EN 60950-1:2006, A11:2009, A1:2010, A12:2011
The power cords supplied with this equipment meet the appropriate national standards for
the country of destination.

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Electromagnetic Compatibility
This equipment has been tested for verification of compliance with FCC Part 15,
Subpart B requirements for class A digital devices.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements of the
Electromagnetic Compatibility directive 2004/108/EC:
• EN 55022 Class A Radiated and conducted emissions
• EN 61000-3-2 Limits for harmonic current emissions
• EN 61000-3-3 Limitation of voltage fluctuations and flicker
• EN 61000-4-2 Electrostatic discharge immunity
• EN 61000-4-3 Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity
• EN 61000-4-4 Electrical fast transient immunity
• EN 61000-4-5 Surge transient immunity
• EN 61000-4-6 Conducted disturbances immunity
• EN 61000-4-11 Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations
immunity
Note: 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.

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Setting Up Your Kaleido-MX Multiviewer
Welcome to the Kaleido family of multiviewers! This Quick Start Guide is designed to help
you get your Kaleido-MX (1RU) multiviewer up and running for the first time. The following
sections will guide you through the installation of a Kaleido-MX (1RU) system in its default
configuration. For more information about the Kaleido-MX (1RU) hardware, refer to the
Kaleido-MX (1RU) Hardware Description & Installation Manual (on the DVD that shipped with
your system).
Summary
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Getting Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Step 1: Physical Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Step 2: Networking Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Step 3: XEdit Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Step 4: System Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
RS-422 Connection Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Introduction
Grass Valley's Kaleido family of multiviewers ranges from quad-splits to large-scale, multi-
room monitoring systems, with outstanding image quality and signal flexibility. The
Kaleido multiviewers are available in different models: the Kaleido-MX, the Kaleido-IP, the
Kaleido-X (7RU), the Kaleido-X (4RU), the Kaleido-X16, and the Kaleido-XQUAD frames, as
well as the Kaleido-Modular-X cards, and the Kaleido-Modular KMV-3901/3911 cards.
The Kaleido-MX standalone multiviewer system is ideal for production control rooms,
trucks and outside broadcast operations. Available in two form factors (1RU, and 3RU), the
Kaleido-MX supports up to 64 video inputs, and up to four multiviewer outputs.
At the heart of every multiviewer system is the Kaleido-X software, which includes the
following client applications:
•XAdmin is a Web client that your system administrator will use to manage the
multiviewer system.
•XEdit is a client application used to create layouts for the monitor wall, and to configure
the multiviewer, from your PC or laptop.
•TheRouter Control Software Single Bus and Matrix View applications (also part of the
iRouter Router Control Software packaged with iControl Application Servers) can be
used to control your multiviewer’s logical sources and monitor wall destinations, via
the KX Router logical router, or to control other logical routers configured within your
multiviewer system.
•Signal Path Viewer opens as a standalone panel, updated in real time, showing
assignment information between router sources and multiviewer inputs. Signal Path

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Introduction
Viewer is available for all multiviewer models, except Kaleido-IP (for which it is not
relevant).
A Kaleido-MX multiviewer system in its default configuration includes a number of layout presets. Each
preset shows the video signals from a specific input module (card). Refer to the Kaleido-X User’s Manual (on
the DVD that shipped with your multiviewer) for instructions on how to create rooms and layouts according
to your specific requirements.
The diagrams below show a Kaleido-MX system with its inputs and outputs. Examples of
the various external devices that connect to the Kaleido-MX are also shown. A control panel
would be located on the production desk, while the client PC could be anywhere with
Internet access to the network.
Kaleido-MX system overview

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Kaleido-MX functional block diagram
Getting Organized
This section provides information about system requirements, and items shipped with your
Kaleido-MX (1RU).
Required Materials
Your Kaleido-MX system package includes the following:
• A Kaleido-MX (1RU) unit with pre-installed cards (1 or 2 input cards, 1 or 2 output cards,
a Densité CPU-ETH2 controller card, and a GPI-1501 GPI I/O module), and 1 or 2 power
supplies (second power supply optional)
Example: Kaleido-MX (1RU) with one input card and one output card
The table below indicates how the cards included in your Kaleido-MX (1RU) are
distributed in the housing frame:
Slot Card Card model Applies to...
2Input A KMX-3901-IN-16-Q16 × 4
KMX-3901-IN-16-D16 × 2, 16 × 1
KMX-3901-IN-8-D 8 × 2, 8 × 1
Input B KMX-3901-IN-16-D24 × 2, 24 × 1
Slot 1 (empty)
Slot 4 (empty)
Output card in slot 3
Input card in slot 2
GPI-1501 in slot 5CPU-ETH2 card

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Getting Organized
• Two AC power cords
• Two cable retainers
• Two WECO mating connectors for each output card (for the analog audio monitoring
outputs), plus one for the CPU-ETH2 controller card’s GPI output:
• Two serial port adapters (one with straight cabling and one with crossover cabling—
see RS-422 Connection Diagram, on page 36):
• The Kaleido-MX (1RU) Quick Start Guide (this document)
3Output A KMX-3901-OUT-D 24 × 2, 16 × 4, 16 × 2, 8 × 2
KMX-3901-OUT-S 24 × 1, 16 × 1, 8 × 1
4Output B KMX-3901-OUT-D 16 × 4
Input A KMX-3901-IN-8-D 24 × 2, 24 × 1
5GPI I/O GPI-1501 All 1RU configurations
1RU model WECO connectors
8 × 1 3
8 × 2 3
16 × 1 3
16 × 2 3
16 × 4 1
24 × 1 3
24 × 2 3
Note: Due to space constraints at the 1RU rear panel, the 16 × 4 model does
not support analog audio outputs. Audio monitoring is available at the SDI
and HDMI outputs only.
Part number Adapter cabling RS-422 pinout at the DE-9P connector
1737-3000-102 Straight Controller (SMPTE master) mode
1792-3700-100 Crossover Tributary (SMPTE slave) mode
Slot Card Card model Applies to...

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• DVD including the Release Notes for the current version of the Kaleido-X software, the
Kaleido-X User’s Manual, database samples, Quick Start guides and hardware reference
manuals for all multiviewer models
In addition to the above, you might need the following (not supplied):
•Upto4displays
• A dedicated 100Base-T Ethernet switch with enough ports for the Kaleido-MX, client
PCs, Kaleido-RCP2, and Audio Bridge Terminals
• Client PC (see below for system requirements)
• Cables (to connect your multiviewer to video sources, to displays, and to the network):
Note: In line with our commitment to environmental preservation, only the
Quick Start Guide for your multiviewer model, and some ancillary
documents (e.g. welcome letters, warranty cards) are distributed in printed
form. All manuals and the Release Notes are available on the DVD that
shipped with your multiviewer. See the Documentation section of the
Release Notes for a complete list. You can obtain the latest version of the
manuals, the Release Notes, as well as software and useful data, from the
Software and documentation section of Grass Valley’s support portal.
Cable type Purpose
CAT-5 For Ethernet connectivity
Display cables To connect the multiviewer’s HDMI outputs to displays:
•StandardHDMIcables
• Extension modules—for example, Grass Valley’s DXF-200
DVI/HDMI Optical Extension System:
• part number DXF-200-C for the Kaleido-MX (1RU) 16 ×4
model only
• part number DXF-200-B, for all other Kaleido-MX
models
To connect the multiviewer’s SDI outputs to displays:
• Standard coaxial cables with DIN 1.0/2.3 connectors
• SDI to HDMI 2.0 (or SDI to DisplayPort) converter—for
example, AJA’s Hi5-4K Mini-Converter (firmware version
2.2 or later)
Video cables Standard coaxial cables with DIN 1.0/2.3 connectors
Notes
• On all Kaleido multiviewers, the network adapters are set to auto-
negotiate. By default, the connection speed and duplex mode will be set
automatically based on the corresponding port settings on the switch.
•TheKaleido-MX(1RU)16×4model supports non-locking HDMI cables
only. Make sure the HDMI connectors on the multiviewer side have the
same dimensions. Otherwise, the built-in locking mechanism may not be
able to secure the smaller connectors. You may order suitable HDMI cables
from Grass Valley—HDMI to DVI female cable (1ft), part no. KXC-HDMI-DVI.

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Setting Up Your Kaleido-MX Multiviewer
Physical Setup
System Requirements for a Client PC
A client PC or laptop meeting the following requirements is required to access the XAdmin
Web client, and the other Kaleido-X client applications.
Step 1: Physical Setup
To set up the Kaleido-MX hardware
1 With the Kaleido-MX (1RU) frame (enclosure) installed in its designated rack position,
and before powering up the unit, verify that each card is securely seated in its slot, and
leave the frame door open so that you can monitor all the card’s LEDs.
2 Power up the frame.
Once the networking parameters are correctly configured on your Kaleido-MX output
cards, it will not be necessary to switch off the housing frame’s power when installing or
removing cards.
The Kaleido-MX starts up. The startup sequence takes approximately four minutes,
during which time every card’s status LED is blinking orange.
Operating system Windows XP Professional, Windows 7, Windows 8, or Windows 8.1
Processor Core 2 Duo at 2 GHz, or better
Memory At least 2 GB of RAM
Disk space At least 2 GB free
Note: For more information on the card’s LEDs, refer to the
Kaleido-MX (1RU) Hardware Description & Installation Manual, available on
the DVD that shipped with your system.
Select button
Status LED
Select button
Status LED
Front edge of a Kaleido-MX input card Front edge of a Kaleido-MX output card

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Once the startup has completed, the status LEDs on the output cards should be red
(steady) because the cards are not connected to the network yet.
3 Connect the Kaleido-RCP2 and the Audio Bridge Terminal (if available) to a dedicated
100Base-T Ethernet switch. You can also connect a mouse and a keyboard to your
Kaleido-RCP2.
The Kaleido-MX automatically detects the resolution of any connected display. If the
required information is not available, then a fall-back resolution of 1920 × 1080 @ 60 Hz
(HDTV) is used.
4 Connect outputs of the Kaleido-MX to one or more displays that support this
resolution.
•Monitor wall displays: Connect the multiviewer’s MV OUT outputs to the displays.
•Quad-link 4K UHD output:
•Four 1080p displays—In the case of a quad-head system (e.g., the 16×4
model) meant to output a 4K UHD signal to four 1080p displays, connect the
multiviewer’s SDI monitoring outputs to the displays, referring to the table
below for proper mapping.
•One 4K UHD display—If your system is meant to output to a single 4K UHD
display, connect the multiviewer’s SDI monitoring outputs to the display, using
an SDI-to-HDMI converter, if needed. Refer to the table below for proper
mapping.
The SDI outputs are mapped as follows. This configuration does not support
rotated displays. Refer to Creating a 4K UHD Room,and to 4K UHD Spanning, in the
Green Normal
Blinking orange Booting (or the card is selected for local control)
Red Firmware initialization in progress / no Ethernet / SD card error
Blinking red Fan failure / no rear / duplicate IP address
Notes
• The Kaleido-RCP2, and Audio Bridge Terminal (ABT) are optional devices,
and may not have been shipped with your Kaleido-MX system. For
information on these and other Kaleido-MX options, please contact your
Grass Valley sales representative.
• You may need to upgrade your Audio Bridge Terminal and Kaleido-RCP2
devices (if available) to the latest firmware. The update files can be found
on the DVD that shipped with your multiviewer, and on Grass Valley’s
support portal. Please refer to the Kaleido-RCP2 Guide to Installation and
Operation, and to the Audio Bridge Terminal Guide to Installation and
Operation (available on the DVD, and from the portal) for instructions on
how to determine the firmware level, and how to perform the upgrade for
these devices.
• The Kaleido-MX (1RU) supports one ABT device.

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Setting Up Your Kaleido-MX Multiviewer
Physical Setup
Kaleido-X User’s Manual, for instructions on how to create 4K UHD rooms and
layouts.
•Broadcast monitors: If your installation involves broadcast monitors, connect
them to the appropriate SDI outputs. It is also possible to connect SDI outputs to a
router. Refer to Configuring the HD-SDI Monitoring Output Format,in the Kaleido-X
User’s Manual, for instructions on setting the scan format.
If you wish to use a different resolution, see Changing the Output Resolution, on
page 9, for detailed instructions.
5 Connect one or more video sources to the Kaleido-MX inputs.
6 Connect a reference source (if available) to one or more reference inputs.
7 Connect the controller card’s ETHERNET 1 port to your Ethernet switch.
8 Connect the output cards’ ETH ports to your Ethernet switch.
You can now proceed with the networking setup (see Step 2: Networking Setup, on
page 10).
SDI OUT A1 Top left quadrant SDI OUT B1 Top right quadrant
SDI OUT A2 Bottom left quadrant SDI OUT B2 Bottom right quadrant
IMPORTANT
Within a Kaleido-MX system, all output heads must be configured with the
same refresh rate. If your system is referenced, then the heads’ refresh rate
must also match the reference signal's refresh rate.
Note: A reference is optional but, if minimal processing delay is required for
your monitoring purposes, then you must reference your system. However, if
you must monitor 50 Hz input signals on 60 Hz displays (or vice-versa), then
do not reference your system.
Note: The Kaleido-MX does not support the controller card’s second
Ethernet port (ETHERNET 2).
IMPORTANT
Make sure to connect your Densité controller and output cards to the same
subnet, and that your Ethernet switch remains isolated from the rest of your
network (consult your network administrator if necessary) until all required
networking setup is complete.

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Quick Start Guide
Changing the Output Resolution
To change the display resolution from the Densité controller’s local control panel
1 Press the Select button on the front edge of the output card whose heads you wish to
configure.
The Status LED on the selected card flashes orange, and the associated control menu
appears on the LCD display of the Densité frame’s local control panel.
2 On the local control panel, press the [–] button twice, until RESOLUTION appears on the
LCD display.
3 Press the SEL button.
HEAD 1 appears on the LCD display.
IMPORTANT
Within a Kaleido-MX system, all output heads must be configured with the
same refresh rate. If your system is referenced, then the heads’ refresh rate
must also match the reference signal's refresh rate. If you must monitor 50 Hz
input signals on 60 Hz displays (or vice-versa), then do not reference your
system.
Select button
Status LED

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Networking Setup
4 Press the SEL button again.
5 The current resolution for the monitor wall display that is connected to the
multiviewer’s output head 1 (i.e. through the MV OUT 1 connector) appears on the LCD
display.
6 Press the [+] and [–] buttons, to navigate to a suitable output resolution for your
monitor wall display.
7 Press SEL to apply the value shown on the LCD display.
The selected resolution is applied to the multiviewer’s output head 1.
8 Press ESC to return to the previous level in the local control menu.
HEAD 1 appears again on the display.
9 If you wish to change the resolution on the second output head (if available), then
press the [–] button.
HEAD 2 appears on the LCD display and you can repeat step 4 to step 8 above to verify
or configure the resolution of the display that is connected to the multiviewer’s output
head 2 (i.e. through the MV OUT 2 connector).
10 When you are satisfied with the selected output resolution settings, press the Select
button on the front edge of the output card to exit the control menu.
Step 2: Networking Setup
For the Kaleido-MX multiviewer to join a TCP/IP network, it must be configured with a
system name, appropriate IP addresses, network mask, and gateway settings. You must also
configure the Densité CPU-ETH2 controller’s networking parameters, and any Kaleido-RCP2
and Audio Bridge Terminal units you may have ordered, and a client PC to communicate
with the multiviewer and its peripheral devices (see Configuring a Client PC, on page 24).
A quad-head Kaleido-MX requires three IP addresses (one for each output card, one for the
system), while a dual- or single-head requires only one (the output card’s IP address
doubles as the system IP address). The Kaleido-MX is shipped with the following default
settings:
Notes
• If you do not press any button on the local control panel, the Densité
CPU-ETH2 controller will revert to its normal standby mode, and the
selected card's status LED will revert to its normal operating mode, after 30
seconds.
• If you changed a parameter from the card’s control menu, but have not
applied your change (you did not press the SEL button on the local control
panel), once the 30-second timeout has occurred, the parameters will be
confirmed as if you had pressed the SEL button.
Kaleido-MX default IP settings
Dual Quad
System IP address 192.168.3.31 192.168.3.30
Network mask 255.255.255.0 255.255.255.0
Gateway 0.0.0.0 0.0.0.0