Kramer PIP-400 User manual

Kramer Electronics, Ltd.
USER MANUAL
Models:
PIP-400, Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split
PIP-500, Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split

Contents
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Contents
1 Introduction 1
2 Getting Started 1
2.1 Quick Start 1
3 Overview 3
4 Your Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split Machines 4
5 Installing on a Rack 9
6 Connecting the PIP-500 Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split 10
6.1 Connecting a PC 12
7 Configuring and Operating Your PIP-500 13
7.1 Using the Menu 13
7.1.1 The Mode Submenu 15
7.1.2 The Video Settings Submenu 16
7.1.3 The Presets Submenu 17
7.1.4 The Labeling Submenu 17
7.2 Displaying the Layers in the PIP Mode 18
7.2.1 Selecting a Different Channel as the Background 19
8 Firmware Upgrade 20
8.1 Downloading from the Internet 20
8.2 Connecting the PC to the RS-232 Port 20
8.3 Upgrading Firmware 20
9 Technical Specifications 22
10 Communication Protocol 23
Figures
Figure 1: PIP-400 Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split 5
Figure 2: PIP-500 Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split 6
Figure 3: Connecting the PIP-500 Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split 11
Figure 4: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter 12
Figure 5: The PIP-500 Menu Guide 14
Figure 6: The PIP Mode 15
Figure 7: The QUAD Mode 15
Figure 8: Goal Screen 21
Figure 9: System Status Screen 21

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Tables
Table 1: Front Panel Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split Features 7
Table 2: Rear Panel Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split Features 8
Table 3: The PIP-500 Main Menu Items 13
Table 4: The MODE Submenu Features 15
Table 5: PIP Sizing and Positioning Features 16
Table 6: Recommended PIP sizes 16
Table 7: Video Settings Submenu Features 16
Table 8: Presets Submenu Features 17
Table 9: Technical Specifications of the Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split Machines 22
Table 10: Protocol Definitions 23
Table 11: Instruction Codes for the Communication Protocol 24

Introduction
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1 Introduction
Welcome to Kramer Electronics (since 1981): a world of unique, creative and
affordable solutions to the infinite range of problems that confront the video,
audio and presentation professional on a daily basis. In recent years, we have
redesigned and upgraded most of our line, making the best even better! Our
500-plus different models now appear in 8 Groups
1
, which are clearly defined
by function.
Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer PIP-400 Picture in Picture
Inserter / Quad Split and/or PIP-500 Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split,
which are ideal for:
 Video production studios for source monitoring
 Teleconferencing using one screen
 Satellite, TV, home theater multi-channel monitoring
 Security applications
The package includes the following items:
 PIP-400 or PIP-500
 Power cord and Null-modem adapter (for control via RS-232)
 This user manual
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2 Getting Started
We recommend that you:
 Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging
materials for possible future shipment
 Review the contents of this user manual
 Use Kramer high performance high resolution cables
3
2.1 Quick Start
This PIP-500 quick start chart summarizes the basic setup and operation
steps
4
.
1 GROUP 1: Distribution Amplifiers; GROUP 2: Video and Audio Switchers, Matrix Switchers and Controllers; GROUP 3:
Video, Audio, VGA/XGA Processors; GROUP 4: Interfaces and Sync Processors; GROUP 5: Twisted Pair Interfaces;
GROUP 6: Accessories and Rack Adapters; GROUP 7: Scan Converters and Scalers; and GROUP 8: Cables and Connectors
2 Download up-to-date Kramer user manuals from our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
3 The complete list of Kramer cables is on our Web site at http://www.kramerelectronics.com
4 This quick start also applies to the PIP-400 which has four sets of inputs instead of five

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Getting Started
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MENU Items:
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MODE:
OSD:
BORDER:
VIDEO SETTINGS:
INPUT SELECT:
OUTPUT STANDARD:
PRESETS:
IN PUTS
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EN TER
LAYE R
FR EE ZE ES C
CV
Y/C
QUAD OUT
Y
CV
B-Y
R-Y
Y/C
OUTPUT
Y
CV
B-Y
R-Y
Y/C
Y
Y
CV CV
CV
B-Y
B-Y
B-Y
R-Y
Y
CV
B-Y
R-Y
R-Y
Y/C
Y
R-Y
Y/C
Y/C
INPUT 4
INPUT 1
INPUT 3
INPUT 2
INPUT 5
Y/C
INPUTS
54321
LAYER
FREEZE
ENTER
ESC
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Overview
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3 Overview
The high performance PIP-400/PIP-500 is a picture-in-picture inserter for
composite video, s-Video (YC) and component video (YUV
1
).
The PIP-400/PIP-500 features:
 A multi standard picture-in-picture video inserter designed to accept up to
five
2
video sources and display them all on the same screen simultaneously
3
 Five
2
sets of composite video, s-Video and component video inputs, and a
composite video, s-Video and component video output
 A dedicated composite video and s-Video QUAD output to display four
quarter-sized pictures
4
on one screen (each in its own quad)
 Three operation modes: Single, PIP and QUAD
 Non-volatile memory that retains the last setting, after switching the
power off and then on again
5
Using the PIP-400/PIP-500 you can do the following:
 Position sources on the screen as desired and select their size from a list
 Put a text label in each inserted picture
 Put a border around each inserted picture
 Use sources of different formats and standards
6
In addition, the PIP-400/PIP-500:
 Includes 10-bit video A/D and D/A converters throughout the unit, to
ensure the highest quality video
 Is controllable via the front panel buttons and a user-friendly OSD and
LCD, as well as via RS-232
 Is dependable, rugged, and fits in two vertical spaces of a standard 19”rack
1 Y, B-Y, R-Y (sometimes called Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr)
2 Four for the PIP-400
3 In two layers
4 Channels 1 to 4
5 Provided that the last setting was valid for at least 30 seconds before switching the machine OFF
6 For example, a PAL s-Video input could be inserted into a composite video NTSC source, and outputted to composite
video, s-Video and component video formats

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To achieve the best performance:
 Connect only good quality connection cables, thus avoiding interference,
deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching, and elevated noise-
levels (often associated with low quality cables)
 Avoid interference from neighboring electrical appliances and position your
Kramer PIP-400/PIP-500 away from moisture, excessive sunlight and dust
4 Your Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split Machines
This section defines each of the Picture-in-Picture Inserter machines:
 Figure 1 illustrates the PIP-400 Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split
 Figure 2 illustrates the PIP-500 Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split
Table 1 and Table 2 define the Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split
machines.

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INPUTS
4321 ENTERLAYER FREEZE ESC
Y
Y
CV CV
CV
CV
B-Y
B-Y
B-Y
R-Y
Y
CV
B-Y
R-Y
R-Y
Y/C
Y
R-Y
Y/C
Y/C
Y
CV
B-Y
R-Y
Y/C
Y/C
RELAY
RS-232
Y/C
INPUT 4
INPUT 1
INPUT 3
OUTPUT
INPUT 2
QUAD OUT
FUSE

Figure 1: PIP-400 Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split

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INPUTS
54321 ENTERLAYER FREEZE ESC
Y
Y
Y
CV CV
CV
CV CV
B-Y
B-Y
B-Y
B-Y
R-Y
Y
CV
B-Y
R-Y
R-Y
R-Y
Y/C
Y
R-Y
Y/C
Y/C
Y
CV
B-Y
R-Y
Y/C
Y/C
RELAY
RS-232
Y/C
INPUT 4
INPUT 1
INPUT 3
OUTPUT
INPUT 2
INPUT 5
QUAD OUT
Y/C
FUSE
Figure 2: PIP-500 Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split

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Table 1: Front Panel Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split Features
# Feature Function
1 POWER Switch Illuminated switch for turning the unit ON or OFF
2 LCD Display Displays data including the operation mode and the menu
1
(2 lines at a time)
3 INPUT
2
Buttons In the SINGLE mode: selects the input to switch to the output
In the PIP mode: selects the input to appear in front
Selects an input for positioning and sizing
4 LAYER Button When in the PIP mode, press to access the PIP Sizing and Position menu directly
5 FREEZE Button
3
Press to freeze/unfreeze the output video image
6

Moves the selected image to the left in the PIP mode
4
Moves to the previous character in the Labeling menu
5
7

Moves the selected image upwards in the PIP mode
4
Moves up one step (in the same level) in the OSD screen
Increases the range by one step in the OSD screen
Use to change the selected character in the Labeling menu
5
8

Moves the selected image to the right in the PIP mode
4
Moves to the next character in the Labeling menu
5
9
Navigation Buttons

Moves the selected image downwards in the PIP mode
4
Moves down one step (in the same level) in the OSD screen
Decreases the range by one step in the OSD screen
Use to change the selected character in the Labeling menu
5
10 ENTER Button Displays the main menu; moves to the next level; confirms a command
11 ESC Button Exits the OSD Menu; moves back to the previous level; stops the execution of a command
1 See Figure 5
2 PIP-400 has four input buttons and PIP-500 has five input buttons
3 Illuminates when the image is frozen
4 See section 7.1.1.1
5 See section 7.1.4

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Table 2: Rear Panel Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split Features
# Feature Function
12 CV BNC Connector Connects to the composite video source
13 YBNC Connector
14 B-Y BNC Connector
15 R-Y BNC Connector
Connects to the component
2
video source
16
INPUT 1
1
Y/C 4p Connector Connects to the s-Video source
17 CV BNC Connector Connects to the composite video acceptor
18 YBNC Connector
19 B-Y BNC Connector
20 R-Y BNC Connector
Connects to the component
2
video acceptor
21
OUTPUT
Y/C 4p Connector Connects to the s-Video acceptor
22 PROG. (IN) Push in to upgrade to the latest Kramer Firmware (see section 8)
23 RS-232 Port Connects to the PC or other serial controller
24 Power Connector with FUSE AC connector enabling power supply to the unit
25 RELAY Terminal Block For future use
26 Y/C 4p Connector Connects to the s-Video quad acceptor
27
QUAD
OUT
CV BNC Connector Connects to the composite video quad acceptor
1 The PIP-400 has 4 sets of inputs; the PIP-500 has 5 sets. Each set includes CV; Y, B-Y, R-Y; and Y/C
2 For component video, connect all 3 connectors: Y, B-Y, R-Y (also known as Y, Pb/Cb, Pr/Cr; or YUV)

Installing on a Rack
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5 Installing on a Rack
This section describes what to do before installing on a rack and how to rack
mount.
Before installing on a rack, be sure that the environment is
within the recommended range:
Operating temperature range +5 to +45 Deg. Centigrade
5 to 65% RHL, non-condensing
-20 to +70 Deg. Centigrade
5 to 95% RHL, non-condensing
Operating humidity range
Storage temperature range
Storage humidity range
When installing on a 19" rack, avoid hazards by taking
care that:
It is located within the recommended environmental
conditions, as the operating ambient temperature of a
closed or multi unit rack assembly may exceed the
room ambient temperature.
Attach both ear brackets to the
machine. To do so, remove the
screws from each side of the machine
(5 on each side), and replace those
screws through the ear brackets.
Place the ears of the machine
against the rack rails, and insert the
proper screws (not provided) through
each of the four holes in the rack
ears.
Note that:
Detachable rack ears can be removed
for desktop use
Always mount the machine in the rack
before you attach any cables or
connect the machine to the power
If you are using a Kramer rack adapter
kit (for a machine that is not 19"), see
the Rack Adapters user manual for
installation instructions (you can
download it at:
http://www.kramerelectronics.com)
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In some models, the front panel
may feature built-in rack ears
Once rack mounted, enough air will still flow around the
machine.
The machine is placed straight in the correct horizontal
position.
You do not overload the circuit(s). When connecting
the machine to the supply circuit, overloading the
circuits might have a detrimental effect on overcurrent
protection and supply wiring. Refer to the appropriate
nameplate ratings for information. For example, for
fuse replacement, see the value printed on the product
label.
The machine is earthed (grounded) in a reliable way
and is connected only to an electricity socket with
grounding. Pay particular attention to supply
connections other than direct connections to the
branch circuit (for example, the use of power strips),
and that you use only the power cord that is supplied
with the machine.
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CAUTION!!
Before Installing on a Rack
How to Rack Mount
To rack-mount a machine:
1
1
2
2
3
4
5

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6 Connecting the PIP-500 Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split
To connect your PIP-500
1
as the example in Figure 3 illustrates, do the
following
2
:
1. On the INPUT 1 set
3
connect
4
:
 An s-Video source to the Y/C INPUT 4p connector (for example, an
s-Video player 1)
 A component video source to the Y, B-Y, and R-Y INPUT BNC
connectors (for example, a BETACAM video player 1)
2. On the INPUT 2 set
4
connect a composite video source to the CV INPUT
BNC connector (for example, a composite video player 2)
3. On the INPUT 3 set
4
connect a composite video source to the CV INPUT
BNC connector (for example, a composite video player 3)
4. On the INPUT 4 set
4
connect an s-Video source to the Y/C INPUT 4p
connector (for example, an s-Video player 4)
5. On the INPUT 5 set
4
connect a composite video source to the CV INPUT
BNC connector (for example, a composite video player 5)
6. Connect the OUTPUT connectors
5
, as follows:
 The CV OUTPUT BNC connector to the composite video acceptor
(for example, a composite video display)
 The Y/C OUTPUT 4p connector to the s-Video acceptor (for
example, an s-Video display)
 The Y, B-Y, and R-Y OUTPUT BNC connectors to the component
video acceptor (for example, a component video projector)
7. Connect the QUAD OUT
6
connectors, as follows
7
:
 The CV QUAD OUT BNC connector to the composite video display
 The Y/C QUAD OUT 4p connector to the s-Video display
8. Connect a PC or other controller, if required (see section 6.1).
9. Connect the power cord
8
(not illustrated in Figure 3).
1 From this section on, all the information is relevant to the PIP-400 and PIP-500 machines, unless noted otherwise
2 Switch OFF the power on each device before connecting it to your PIP-500. After connecting your PIP-500, switch ON its
power and then switch on the power on each device
3 PIP-200xl has two sets of inputs, the PIP-300 has three sets of inputs
4 You do not have to connect all the inputs in each set
5 If only one output is required, connect that output to the PIP-500, and leave the other outputs unconnected
6 All four inputs (1 to 4) must be connected to achieve a good quality quad split output
7 You do not have to connect both QUAD outputs
8 We recommend that you use only the power cord that is supplied with this machine

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Betacam
Video Player 1
s-Video
Player 1
Composite
Video Display
Component
Video
Projector
Composite
Video Quad
Display
s-Video
Quad
Display
s-Video
Display
Composite
Video Player 3
Composite
Video Player 5
Composite
Video Player 2
s-Video
Player 4
Figure 3: Connecting the PIP-500 Picture in Picture Inserter / Quad Split

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6.1 Connecting a PC
To connect a PC to the PIP-500 unit, using the Null-modem adapter provided
with the machine (recommended):
 Connect the RS-232 DB9 rear panel port on the PIP-500 unit to the
Null-modem adapter and connect the Null-modem adapter with a 9-wire
flat cable to the RS-232 DB9 port on your PC
To connect a PC to the PIP-500 unit, without using a Null-modem adapter:
 Connect the RS-232 DB9 port on your PC to the RS-232 DB9 rear panel
port on the PIP-500 unit, as Figure 4 illustrates
Female DB9 (From PC)
PIN 4 Connected to PIN 6
PINS 8, 7, 1 Connected together
If a Shielded cable is used, connect the shield to PIN 5
PIN 5 Connected to PIN 5 (Ground)
PIN 3 Connected to PIN 2
PIN 2 Connected to PIN 3
Male DB9
Figure 4: Connecting a PC without using a Null-modem Adapter

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7 Configuring and Operating Your PIP-500
You can configure and operate your PIP-500 via:
 The front panel buttons, and/or
 RS-232 serial commands transmitted by a touch screen system, PC, or
other serial controller
7.1 Using the Menu
Use the front panel buttons to activate the menu. The menu is displayed
1
on
the LCD display
2
and is also superimposed on the screen
2, 3
.
To use the PIP-500 menu, press the:
 ENTER button to display the menu and accept changes
 ESC button to move to the previous menu level
  ,  arrow buttons to select the menu items, size and position the input
display, adjust the numerical rates, and edit the text labeling
  ,  arrow buttons to position the input display and to edit the text
labeling
An asterisk in parentheses indicates the current status on the screen. For
example, if the current OUTPUT SETTING is PAL, the OSD will show the
asterisk in brackets alongside PAL: “PAL (*)”.
Table 3 defines the main menu items and Figure 5 illustrates the PIP menu guide:
Table 3: The PIP-500 Main Menu Items
Menu Item Function
MODE Select between the SINGLE, PIP and QUAD modes, see section 7.1.1
OSD Activates/deactivates the OSD menu
4
BORDER Select a border around the image (applies to all channels) and select the
border COLOUR (WHITE or BLACK)
VIDEO SETTINGS Adjust the CONTRAST, SATURATION and BRIGHTNESS (see section 7.1.2)
INPUT SELECT Select between: COMPOSITE video, S-VIDEO or COMPONENT video, per
input channel
OUTPUT STANDARD Select between NTSC and PAL
PRESETS Store and recall PRESETS (1 and 2), or use FACTORY DEFAULT
5
settings,
see section 7.1.3
LABELING Display, remove and edit the text label for the input channel, see section 7.1.4
1 The menu always displays only 2 lines at a time on the LCD display. Use the up/down arrow buttons to scroll up/down the
menu
2 Upon powering up, the LCD briefly displays the machine’s name, and the OSD displays the firmware version
3 The menu times out after a minute, both on the LCD display and on the OSD
4 The menu still appears on the LCD display even when deactivated in the OSD
5 The machine is set to Single mode, Channel 1, default video settings and default labeling

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OUTPUT
STANDARD
NTSC
PAL
STORE PRESET 1
RECALL PRESET 1
RECALL PRESET 2
FACTORY DEFAULT
STORE PRESET 2
START
VIDEO
SETTINGS
PRESETS
LABELING
OSD
BORDER
INPUT
SELECT
MODE PIP
1/4
PIP POSITION
SINGLE
1/1
PIP SIZING
QUAD
1/9
ON
WHITE
CONTRAST
COMPOSITE
STORE
OFF
USE
ARROWS
TO MOVE
OFF
COLOUR
BRIGHTNESS
COMPONENT
EDIT LABEL
LABEL OFF
LABEL ON
ON
1/16
OFF
BLACK
SATURATION
S-VIDEO
RECALL
USE UP/DOWN
KEYS
USE UP/DOWN
KEYS
USE UP/DOWN
KEYS
Figure 5: The PIP-500 Menu Guide

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7.1.1 The Mode Submenu
Table 4 defines the MODE submenu features:
Table 4: The MODE Submenu Features
Mode Function
SINGLE Displays one input channel at a time on the screen (full screen display). The LCD display
shows the display mode and the selected channel, for example, “Single Mode – Channel 2”
PIP Displays all 5 input channels
1
on the screen. Once the PIP mode is selected, the PIP SIZING
and PIP POSITION commands appear, as illustrated in Figure 6 (see section 7.1.1.1). The
LCD display shows “PIP Mode”
QUAD
2
Displays 4 quarter-sized input channels
3
over the screen (channels 1 to 4), as illustrated in
Figure 7. The LCD display shows “QUAD Mode”
Figure 6: The PIP Mode
Figure 7: The QUAD Mode
1 PIP-400 has four input channels
2 When using the QUAD output, the input and output color formats (PAL or NTSC) must be identical
3 All four inputs (1 to 4) must be connected to achieve a good quality quad split output

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When selecting the SINGLE mode following the PIP or the QUAD mode, the
input channel (that is currently selected) is displayed.
7.1.1.1 PIP Sizing and Position
To size and/or position a PIP image (as Table 5 defines):
1. Press the desired input channel button (from 1 to 5)
1
. The input button blinks.
2. Select either PIP SIZING or PIP POSITION (using the up/down arrow
buttons) and press ENTER.
Table 5: PIP Sizing and Positioning Features
Menu Item Function
PIP SIZING Use the , arrow buttons to select between 1/1, 1/4, 1/9 and 1/16
display sizes or OFF
2
PIP POSITION Use the , , and arrow buttons to position the selected channel
vertically and horizontally
When using one of the inputs as a full-sized background (PIP size 1/1), it is
recommended to limit the sizes of the other PIP windows according to Table
6. Combinations having window sizes larger than recommended, may result
in intermittent interruptions in the picture.
Note that these restrictions only apply when a 1:1 sized picture is used. When all
the pictures are reduced in size, there are no restrictions
Table 6: Recommended PIP sizes
1 PIP 2 PIPs 3 PIPs 4 PIPs
1/4 1/4 + 1/9 1/9 + 1/9 + 1/16 1/9 + 1/9 + 1/16 + 1/16
1/9 1/4 + 1/16 1/9 + 1/16 + 1/16 1/9 + 1/16 + 1/16 + 1/16
1/16 1/9 + 1/9 1/16 + 1/16 + 1/16 1/16 + 1/16 + 1/16 + 1/16
1/9 + 1/16 1/4 + 1/16 + 1/16
1/16 + 1/16
7.1.2 The Video Settings Submenu
Table 7 defines the video settings:
Table 7: Video Settings Submenu Features
Menu Item Function Range Default
CONTRAST Use the up/down arrow buttons to set the contrast 0 to 100 55
SATURATION Use the up/down arrow buttons to set the saturation 0 to 100 51
BRIGHTNESS Use the up/down arrow buttons to set the brightness 0 to 100 33
Video settings apply to all the input channels.
1 PIP-400 has four input channels
2 If OFF is selected, the selected input channel will not be displayed on the screen

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7.1.3 The Presets Submenu
Table 8 defines the Presets submenu:
Table 8: Presets Submenu Features
Menu Item Function
STORE
1
Select PRESET 1 and PRESET 2 to store the mode settings (channel number
when in the SINGLE mode, size and positioning in PIP mode, and setting to
QUAD), the video settings (contrast, saturation and brightness) and the labeling
RECALL Recall PRESET 1 and PRESET 2 settings, or set to FACTORY DEFAULT
2
7.1.4 The Labeling Submenu
The labeling submenu lets you display labels over the input pictures, remove
them from the display or edit them. To turn labels on or off select the LABEL
ON or LABEL OFF items in the LABELING menu respectively.
The input pictures are labeled
3
Channel 1 to Channel 5 by default
4
. You can
edit the text labels for each channel by using the labeling submenu:
 Press ENTER on the LABELING submenu and choose the EDIT LABEL
command. The selected channel name appears with its first letter blinking
 Use the  and  buttons to select the first desired letter
5
 Use the  button to continue to the next letter
 Use the  button to return to the previous letter
 Use the ENTER button to accept changes
For example, to change the labeling from CHANNEL 2 to SAT 3, do the following:
1. Press the INPUT 2 button, and then press the ENTER button.
2. Select LABELING and then EDIT LABEL from the menu.
The CHANNEL 2 label appears, and the first character is blinking.
3. Press the  button 16 times to change the letter C to S, and then press the 
button to continue to the second letter (H).
4. Press the  button 7 times to change the letter H to A, and then press the 
button to continue to the third letter.
5. Press the  button 19 times to change the letter A to T, and then press the 
button to continue to the next letter.
1 When storing a new setting, wait 10 seconds for the setup to be saved
2 The machine is set to Single mode, Channel 1, default video settings and default labeling
3 In some versions, the labeling does not appear on the 1:1 sized image (in the PIP mode) or when the PIPs overlap
4 For PIP-400, Channel 1 to Channel 4
5 Characters cycle between a and z and between 1 and 0 and space