Hall Technologies EMCEE200 User manual

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CAPTURE TO
STREAM IN 4K
DUAL
MIC MIXER
DEDICATED
CONFIDENCE AND
PRESENTATION
MONITOR OUTPUT
CUSTOM
MULTIVIEW
LAYOUT
RECORD TO
EXTERNAL
STORAGE DEVICE
SEAMLESS
SWITCHING
EMCEE200
PRESENTATION SWITCHER
USER’S MANUAL

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Table of Contents
Contacting Hall Technologies 3
Warranty and Repairs 3
Safety and Certification 4
Revision History 5
1.0 Introduction 6
Applications 6
Features 6
2.0 Package Contents 7
Model EMCEE200 7
3.0 Connector and Indicator Functions 8
Front Panel 8
Front Panel (continued) 9
Rear Panel 10
Rear Panel (continued) 11
4.0 Setup 12
Installation Recommendations 12
EMCEE Output Cards 13
HDBaseT™ Transmitter Output Card Installation (EXP-HDBT3-TRX100) 13
Audio Amplifier Output Card Installation (EXP-AMP-4860) 14
Connecting Multiple Speakers to the Audio Amp 15
5.0 Configuration and Operation 16
Introduction to Window-Based Switching 16
Mirrored Window Layouts (Mode 1) 17
Independent Window Layouts (Mode 2) 18
Routing Audio – Input Tie or Window Tie 19
Creating and Recalling Presets 19
6.0 Recording and Live Capture 20
USB Recording to Storage Device 20
USB Capture Streaming – Soft Codec 21
Live-Streaming Considerations 21
7.0 Control 22
RS-232 / Telnet / TCP Control 22-29
Web GUI Control 30
IR Remote Control 31
8.0 Troubleshooting 32
Firmeware Updates 33
9.0 Specifications 34

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Contacting Hall Technologies
Thank you for purchasing this product from Hall Technologies. We hope you like it. If you ever need to
contact us with a sales, marketing, or technical support question or concern, we invite you to reach
out to us via phone, e-mail, or online.
Sales and Customer Support Hours
Monday – Friday 7:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. (PST)
Toll Free: 800-959-6439 or US: 714-641-6607
Sales:
Support:
Online:
Corporate Headquarters
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Coppell, TX 75019
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© 2021 Hall Technologies. All rights reserved. “Hall Technologies”, “Hall Tech AV,” and the Hall
Technologies logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of Hall Technologies LLC in the United
States and/or other countries. All other trademarks, registered trademarks, or trade names used in
this document are the sole property of their respective owners. Hall Technologies is not responsible
for errors in typography or photography. Pricing, availability, and specifications are subject to change
without notice.
Warranty and Repairs
Warranty: Product warranty and repair information can be found at https://halltechav.com/warranty/
If you determine that your product is malfunctioning, do not attempt to repair the unit. Contact Hall
Technologies support by phone or online. Products to be returned must first receive a Return
Authorization (RMA) number issued by our support department. To aid in this process, we will need
you to provide the serial number of the affected product to determine warranty status, as well as a
description of the problem, and any troubleshooting steps performed.

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Safety and Certification
1. Please read and follow all instructions prior to use.
2. Do not use this product near water. Do not expose to rain or moisture.
Clean only with a dry cloth.
3. Do not block ventilation openings, or operate in extreme environments. Follow product
specifications for storage and operation temperatures.
4. Do not open or modify this product. There are no user serviceable parts inside. Opening the
product without written authorization from Hall Technologies will void the warranty.
5. Do not modify the power supply, or defeat the safety features of polarized “two-prong” or
grounding-type “three-prong” plugs. Polarized plugs have two blades, one wider than the other.
Grounding plugs have an additional third grounding prong. These features are provided for your
safety. If your outlet is not compatible with the provided plug, please consult a licensed electrician
to replace the outlet.
6. Do not use power cords, cables, or accessories that are visibly damaged, pinched, flattened
kinked, or frayed. Keep all cables and accessories free from walkways, doorways, or other areas
that may cause damage or present a tripping hazard.
7. Use only power supplies and accessories specified by Hall Technologies. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept any interference even if it causes undesired operation.
This equipment has been desinged 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 it is not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, it 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 their own expense. ©
FCC Notice

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Revision History
Version Release Date Notes
1.0 07/16/2021 Initial Release

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1.0 INTRODUCTION
EMCEE200 is a seamless multi-view presentation switcher and scaler with Picture-in-Picture (PIP) and
Picture-Over-Picture (POP) capabilities. It can process up to four 4K@60hz video sources
simultaneously and gives “CONFIDENCE” and “PRESENT” HDMI outputs in different window layouts.
With a built-in dual MIC mixer and a wide range of Audio Embedding and De-Embedding options,
EMCEE200 is a perfect companion for any type of presentation. EMCEE200 can not only record the
presentation to an external storage device but also provides USB3.0 4K Capture for live streaming.
Applications
• Distance Learning and
Hybrid Classrooms
• Conference rooms
• Lecture Recording
• Live Streaming
Features
• 18G multiview presentation switcher and scaler
• Customizable multiview layouts, including
Picture-In-Picture (PIP) and Picture-Over-Picture (POP)
• 4K@60 4:4:4 on all Inputs and Outputs
• Record and save to an external storage device
• USB 3.0 capture to stream in 4K
• Dual MIC Mixer with Audio Embedding and De-Embedding
• Matrix Confidence and Present Outputs
• Control via Web GUI, IR, RS-232, TCP/IP, and Telnet
• Optional HDBaseT™ 3.0 and 40-watt Audio Amplifier plugin
modules available
Hybrid Learning Classroom

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2.0 PACKAGE CONTENTS
Model EMCEE200
1x Model EMCEE200
1x Power Supply - 24V DC 5A with IEC AC cord
2x 3-pin Terminal Blocks
1x 5-pin Terminal Block
4x Rubber Protective Feet
2x 19” Rack / Surface Mount Brackets
1x IR Remote Control
1x IR Receiver Extension Cable
1x Manual Instruction Card

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3.0 CONNECTOR AND INDICATOR FUNCTIONS
Front Panel
1) WINDOW:Up to four video windows can be processed and output to “CONFIDENCE” and
“PRESENT” outputs. Configurations may be 1 x1, 2 x 1, 1 x 2, 2 x 2, 3 x 1, 1 x 3, or a mirrored “quad
view”. These window arrangements may be configured through the MENU, or via the Web GUI.
a. To change the video source for a window, select the corresponding WINDOW button.
b. There is a 5-second timeout to make a selection, during which the selected WINDOW
button wll be blinking.
c. The current INPUT source LED will be lit. Select the new desired input.
d. INPUT LED will blink once to confirm
2) INPUT:EMCEE200 supports up to four HDMI Inputs, at resolutions from 480p up to UHD 4K @
60Hz, 4:4:4. Input selections are changed by first selecting the corresponding WINDOW, and then
the new desired INPUT.
3) PRESETS:Up to four presets can be saved and recalled, to quickly switch between configurations
without having to use the OSD MENU or Web GUI.
a. To SAVE a preset, press and hold the desired PRESET button for three seconds. The LED
will blink once to confirm.
b. To RECALL a preset, press the desired PRESET button. The LED will blink once to confirm.
4) IR WINDOW:IR Receiver window. Ensure this area is not obstructed if using the IR remote.
5) VOLUME:Master volume control for both HDMI outputs and the optional amplified audio output.
Rotate to adjust volume. Press the VOLUME knob to toggle mute/unmute.
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Front Panel (continued)
6) MICROPHONE (MIC):Adjust volume of MIC1 and MIC2.
a. Press MIC1 or MIC2 button to select microphone to adjust. Button LED indicates current
selection.
b. Rotate to adjust volume. Press the MIC volume knob to toggle mute/unmute of selected
microphone (MIC1 or MIC2)
7) MENU:Press MENU to open the OSD menu.
a. Use MENU to select the current menu item, or apply the new setting.
b. Use RIGHT to navigate into a menu item.
c. Use LEFT to navigate back from a menu item.
d. Use UP/DOWN to navigate up/down the menu items, or increase/decrease the current
menu item parameter.
8) PRESENT:Press to enable/disable the PRESENT output. LED is ON while presenting.
9) RECORD (REC):Press to start/stop recording to an external USB drive. LED is ON when recording
and OFF when not recording. LED will blink three times if an error is encountered.
a. After plugging into the USB drive, the REC LED will blink once when it is ready to record.
b. After recording is finished, the REC LED will blink continuously until it has finished writing
the data to the USB drive.
10) USB:USB 2.0 port for connecting to an external Storage Device. The USB drive must be
formatted as a FAT32 partition.
a. Recorded files are saved as .mp4.
b. File name is saved as record_(serial number).mp4. Resolution is fixed at 1080p@60Hz.
i. Serial number starts at 0, 1, 2…
ii. The name and serial number reset when power is cycled.
c. Approximately 6GB of storage is needed to record for one hour.
d. NO HDCP record support. See “HDCP NOTICE” in Section 6 of this manual.
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In order to comply with applicable laws, HDCP protected content will not be recorded. A message will be
shown in the top left of the screen to indicate the presence of HDCP. Some computer manufacturers
insert content protection when available, regardless of the content being displayed. In order to record
non-HDCP video from these sources, the EMCEE200 will need to be told to turn off support for HDCP on
that input. This does NOT strip HDCP from protected content, but allows non-HDCP video to be recorded,
such as the computer desktop, applications, etc. The computer will be unable to play HDCP protected
content until HDCP support is re-enabled. HDCP support can be enabled or disabled via the OSD MENU,
Web, GUI, RS-232, or Telnet.
HDCP Notice
Rear Panel
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1) AUDIO EMBEDDING:The EMCEE200 can embed audio from one of the HDMI Inputs, or from one
of the external line-level audio inputs.
a. TOSLINK: Digital audio input via optical TOSLINK cable.
b. STEREO: Analog L/R audio input via 3.5mm cable.
2) MIC EMBEDDING:Two microphone inputs can be mixed and embedded into the HDMI output.
a. MIC 1: Mic-level input via 3.5mm cable.
b. MIC 2: Selectable between mic-level with 48V phantom power, or line-level. Input via 3-pin
terminal block.
3) HDMI INPUTS:Up to four HDMI Inputs, at resolutions from 480p up to UHD 4K@60Hz, 4:4:4.
4) AUDIO OUTPUT:The selected audio source and embedded mic mix can be de-embedded for
connection to an external audio system if needed.
a. TOSLINK: Digital audio output via optical TOSLINK cable.
b. STEREO: Analog L/R audio output via 3.5mm cable.
c. L/R Balanced: Analog L/R balanced audio output via 5-pin terminal block.

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Rear Panel (continued)
5) CONFIDENCE (EXPANSION 1):HDMI Output. This output is primarily intended for the presenter’s
convenience.
a. Output is active when the “PRESENT” output is blanked.
b. An EMCEE Output Card plugged into “EXPANSION 1” will mirror the same audio and video
as the “CONFIDENCE” output.
6) PRESENT (EXPANSION 2):HDMI Output. This output is primarily intended for the presenter’s
audience.
a. Output can be blanked by using the “PRESENT” button on the front panel.
b. An EMCEE200 Output Card plugged into “EXPANSION 2” will mirror the same audio and
video as the “PRESENT” output.
7) RS-232:RS-232 port for 3rd party control via a 3-pin terminal block. See the CONTROL section of
this manual for configuration and a list of available RS-232 control commands.
8) CAPTURE:USB 3.0 port for soft-code video and audio capture. Connect to a computer to stream
the “PRESENT” output in real-time.
a. Supports resolutions up to 4K30.
b. No drivers needed - EMCEE200 identifies as a camera device.
c. NO HDCP capture support. See “HDCP NOTICE” above.
9) IP:RJ45 port for 3rd party control via connection to a LAN. See the CONTROL section of this
manual for configuration and a list of available TELNET control commands.
10) 24V DC POWER:Power input. Use only supplied power adapter that comes with the system.
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• The EMCEE200 includes standard 19” rack mounting ears. Alternatively, these ears can be turned
90° and installed in the middle of the EMCEE200, to provide secure surface for under-table mounting
options.
• Keep the EMCEE200 away from heat sources and ensure adequate ventilation. Do not block any
ventilation holes.
• Do NOT add or remove Output Cards without first removing power from the EMCEE200.
• Connect the HDMI Inputs and Outputs using good quality cables.
• Hall Technologies carries a line of SnugFit™ HDMI cables that provide a secure and reliable
connection: https://halltechav.com/product/chd-sf/
• The power supply uses a locking DC power connector to prevent accidental power loss. The
connector should only be finger-tight; do not over tighten.
• The power supply must be connected to a properly grounded outlet.
• Test all accessories such as extension cables prior to installation in a wall or plenum space.
• If using the HDBaseT™ expansion card, use quality CAT6A cable or better. Shielded cable is
recommended to improve performance in noisy environments.
• Route all cables away from high voltage sources such as lighting ballasts, transformers, motors, or
AC lines. Where crossing is required, run cables perpendicular to one another to reduce signal
inductance.
• Firmware updates may be available with future updates to add features or to improve
performance. These updates will be available on the product page of the website:
https://halltechav.com/product/emcee200/
4.0 SETUP
Installation Recommendations

EMCEE200 Output Cards
EMCEE output cards are separate plug-in modules that are designed for use with the EMCEE200 to
provide additional functionality. The EMCEE200 has two available expansion outputs, which can
provide additional video or audio output.
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• EXPANSION 1: This port will mirror the same audio and video as the “CONFIDENCE” output.
• EXPANSION 2: This port will mirror the same audio and video as the “PRESENT” output.
• Remove the faceplate from EXPANSION 1 or EXPANSION 2.
• Ensure all expansion card DIP switches are turned OFF.
• Carefully slide the HDBaseT™ expansion card into the slot. Press firmly to engage with the ard-edge
connector.
• Secure the expansion card by tightening the faceplate screws.
Two HDBaseT™ expansion cards may be installed
in the EMCEE200 to extend both PRESENT and
CONFIDENCE video to remote locations.
ALWAYS remove power from the EMCEE200 before installing or removing expansion cards. Failure
to do so may result in damage to the unit and presents a risk of electric shock.
The EMCEE200 can be outfitted with an HDBaseT™ expansion card to extend HDMI up to 90m (295ft)
at 4K@60Hz 4:4:4 over a single CAT6A cable to a compatible HDBT3 receiver. USB 2.0, RS-232, and
bi-directional IR are also extended to the receiver.
HDBaseT™ Transmitter Output Card Installation (EXP-HDBT3-TRX100)

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Only ONE audio amplifier expansion card may be installed
in the EMCEE200. If more audio amplification is needed,
an external audio amplifier will be
required. Contact Hall Technologies for
more information regarding available
audio amplifier solutions.
ALWAYS remove power from the EMCEE200 before installing or removing expansion cards. Failure
to do so may result in damage to the unit and presents a risk of electric shock.
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• Remove the faceplate from EXPANSION 1 or EXPANSION 2.
• Carefully slide the audio amplifier expansion card into the slot. Press firmly to engage with the
card-edge connector.
• Secure the expansion card by tightening the faceplate screws.
The EMCEE200 can be outfitted with a 40W stereo audio amplifier expansion card for local audio
amplification. The audio amplifier supplies 20W per channel at 4 or 8 ohms, in either stereo or
combined mono output.
Audio Amplifier Output Card Installation (EXP-AMP-4860)

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Connecting Multiple Speakers to the Audio Amp
The EMCEE200 audio amplifier card is designed to drive either 4-ohm or 8-ohm speaker loads,
depending on the setting indicated by the DIP switch. Connecting a larger load with less resistance
than indicated can result in an over-current shutdown of the amplifier, and possible damage to the card
itself. Using a smaller load such as 16 ohms is allowed but will result in less power delivery and a lower
overall volume level.
For larger rooms, it may be desirable to have more than two speakers connected to the amplifier.
Multiple speakers can be connected in series or parallel, provided the total load does not exceed the
amplifier’s capacity.
For example, when using the 4-ohm setting, each channel may have two 8-ohm speakers connected in
parallel, or two 2-ohm speakers connected in series:
When using the 8-ohm setting, each channel may have two 16-ohm speakers connected in parallel, or
two 4-ohm speakers connected in series.
Parallel Wiring: 8 ohms + 8 ohms = 4 ohms load per channel
Series Wiring: 2 ohms + 2 ohms = 4 ohms load per channel
LEFT RIGHT
LEFT RIGHT

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By default, there is a colored border around each Window to aid in identifying its location on the screen.
This can be turned off via the OSD or Web GUI. Additional Window and Input labels are also available if
desired.
The video being routed to each Window can be independently changed to display from any Input. From
the front panel, this is achieved by pressing one of the WINDOW buttons, followed by the desired
INPUT.
To perform a quick swap of the Inputs between two Windows, Press the first WINDOW button, followed
by the second WINDOW button.
Unlike traditional video switchers that employ simple Input Output commands to change video
routing, a multiview switcher can display several inputs on the same output.
The EMCEE200’s HDMI inputs are displayed within four available windows, labeled A through D. These
windows can be sized and positioned where needed to create custom window layouts. Up to four
windows can be displayed simultaneously:
5.0 CONFIGURATION AND OPERATION
Introduction to Window-Based Switching
Picture-in-Picture (Window layout 13)
A
B
C
Quad View (Window layout 15)
A
C
B
D

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Mirrored Window Layouts (Mode 1)
In Mirrored Mode, both CONFIDENCE and PRESENT outputs are identical – the same audio and video
is shown on both displays. A total of 19 default Window Layouts (shown below) are provided as a
starting point. In Mode 1, the sizes and positions of each window can be further customized and saved
to a preset, using commands available in the OSD, Web GUI, or RS-232/Telnet commands.
TRANSITION EFFECTS: Switching between the first four Window Layouts allows for the use of Window
Transition Effects, such as Fade and Wipe. These transitions can be adjusted through the OSD or Web
GUI. Please note that these effects are only available when transitions between full-screen window
layouts by issuing a “WLn” command, where ‘n’ = 1-4.
A
WL1
B
WL2
C
WL3
D
WL4
WL5
A B A
WL6
BA
WL9
B
A
WL7
BA
WL8
B
WL10
A
C
B
WL11
A
C B A
WL12
B
CA
WL13
B
CA
WL14
B C
WL15
A B
C D A
WL16
B C D A
WL17
B C D
A
WL18
B
C
DA
WL19
B
C
D

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Independent Window Layouts (Mode 2)
In Independent Mode, CONFIDENCE and
PRESENT outputs are different. The
EMCEE200 can process a maximum of four
Windows in this mode, shared between the
two outputs. In Mode 2, the sizes and
positions of the Windows are fixed.
The Independent Mode can be accessed via
Web GUI or RS-232/Telnet commands. Mode
and input routing information is saved when
a preset is created.
Mode 2 Window Layouts
CMD OUT
WL1
WL2
WL3
WL4
WL5
WL6
WL7
WL8
WL9
PRESENT
B
C
C
D
B C
C D
BC
CD
BC
D
A
A
A
A
CONFIDENCE
A B
A B
AB
AB
AB
C

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Routing Audio – Input Tie or Window Tie
There are two different audio routing modes – Input Tie, or Window Tie. These can be changed to suit
the desired operation. This audio routing information is saved when a preset is created.
INPUT TIE: In this mode, the audio is fixed to a specific input. By default, this is normally input 1, but
can be switched to any of the four. In this mode, audio from input 1 will always be sent to the outputs,
regardless of any changes to video routing. Changes to the audio output must be made manually.
WINDOW TIE: In this mode, the audio follows the video of specific window. By default, this is normally
window A, but can be switched to any of the four. In this mode, the audio being sent to the outputs will
change automatically if the video routing to window A is changed.
From the front panel, press and hold the desired INPUT button until the LED blinks to tie the audio to
the input. Press and hold the desired WINDOW button until the LED blinks to tie the audio to the
window. To tie the audio to one of the external audio inputs, please use the OSD, Web GUI, or
RS-232/Telnet commands.
Creating and Recalling Presets
The EMCEE200 can store up to 18 different preset configurations to quickly change between layouts.
The first four are available via the front panel PRESETS buttons. The remaining presets can be saved
and recalled through the Web GUI or RS-232/Telnet commands.
From the front panel, press a PRESET button to recall that preset. Press and HOLD a PRESET button
until the LED blinks to save the current layout to that preset.
The following information is saved as part of every preset:
• Window layout mode (1 or 2)
• Window layout sizes and positions
• Window input routing
• Audio source and routing mode

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6.0 RECORDING AND LIVE CAPTURE
USB Recording to Storage Device
The USB-B port on the front of the EMCEE200 can be used to record the video and audio that is routed
to the PRESENT output to an external storage device, such as a USB flash drive. A PC is not required
for this functionality. When setting up a storage device, please observe the following:
1. The drive must be formatted FAT32.
2. Recorded files are saved as .mp4. Resolution is fixed at 1080p@60Hz.
3. File name is saved as record_(serial number).mp4
a. Serial number starts at 0, 1, 2…
b. The name and serial number reset when power is cycled.
4. Approximately 6GB of storage is needed to record for one hour.
It is recommended to make a sample recording prior to the presentation to ensure all the settings
and levels are correct.
Once the storage device is ready, connect it to the USB port on the front of the EMCEE200.
1. After plugging into the USB drive, the REC LED will blink once when it is ready to record.
2. Press “REC” to start/stop recording to an external USB drive. LED is ON when recording and
OFF when not recording. LED will blink three times if an error is encountered.
3. After recording is finished, the REC LED will blink continuously until it has finished writing the
data to the USB drive.
Do NOT unplug the USB storage device until the EMCEE200 has finished writing, and the REC light is
OFF.
To comply with applicable laws, HDCP protected content cannot be recorded or captured by the EMCEE200.
A message will be shown on the screen to indicate the presence of HDCP. Some computer manufacturers
insert content protection when available, regardless of the content being displayed.
To record non-HDCP video from these sources, the EMCEE200 will need to be told to turn off support for
HDCP on that input.
This does NOT strip HDCP from protected content, but allows non-HDCP video to be recorded, such as the
computer desktop, applications, etc.
The computer will be unable to play HDCP protected content until HDCP support is re-enabled. HDCP
support can be enabled or disabled via the OSD MENU, Web GUI, RS-232, or Telnet.
HDCP Notice