LAWO V_pro8 User manual

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Signal Connections
The remaining connections are for video, audio and external reference signals:
8 x SDI IN and 8 x SDI OUT (BNC): each carries 1 video + 16 embedded audio channels.
MV Out (BNC or Display Port): connect an external display for local Quad Split monitoring.
2 x MADI in/out (SFP modules): front and rear ports operate in parallel. Each carries 64 input
+ 64 output audio channels. A green LED indicates a valid MADI connection.
REF IN/OUT (BNC): the REF IN accepts Tri-Level Sync or Black Burst; terminate the input by
fitting a 75-ohm terminator to the LOOP out (if unused), or the LOOP THRU of the last
“looped” device. For details, please refer to the “V_pro8 Installation & Operation” manual.
Operational Tips
The user interface is divided into two; the upper area displays information about the main menu
selection (e.g. SDI Out 1), while the lower area provides access to its parameters:
If you have signals connected, then you will see audio levels on meters, and live video thumbnail
streaming. Click on the green button beside PPM to choose a different metering/monitoring option.
Use each of the main menus as follows:
Status: check the running status of the SDI inputs, MADI ports or pro8 frame.
SDI In, MADI In, SDI Out, MADI Out: adjust routing and video/audio processing parameters.
MV: configure local quad-split monitoring, of 4 SDI in or out, via an external display (MV Out).
Timing: adjust the timing position of the pro8, and its Reference Settings. For low latency
operation, you should time your sources to the video reference signal. First, adjust the pro8
timing position so that all input signals are ~ ½ line advanced (Timing -> Timing Position).
Then switch on the auto Phaser for each SDI output (SDI Out -> Timing).
Settings: adjust the IP settings of the Network ports, perform a Software Update, load or
save settings, etc.
V_pro8 Quick Start Guide
This guide will help you setup, connect and control the V_pro8 from your computer’s web browser
interface. To download further information, including the full “Installation and Operation” manual,
please register at www.lawo.de.
Setup
1. Unpack the unit from its shipping box and place on a flat, horizontal surface.
2. Using the IEC power cables provided, connect the AC
POWER IN (on the rear panel) to your mains supply.
Only one connection is required for operation; the other
provides redundancy.
The power connectors include an IEC locking mechanism. To disconnect the power
cables, please use the unlocking tool supplied with the system.
The pro8 has no on/off switch, and starts once power is applied; boot-up takes around 7 seconds.
3. To confirm that the unit is operating correctly, check the STATUS LED (on the front panel):
Blue = unit is booting
Flashing GREEN = ready for operation
Flashing Yellow = network activity
Flashing Blue and Red = system error. Try a power off/on; then contact ser[email protected]
Settings are saved at power off, and recalled at the next boot-up. This ensures that the
pro8 always comes back as it was last used.
Connecting Your Computer
Multiple units can be networked by installing an Ethernet Hub or Switch. However, to get started,
this guide describes a direct connection:
1. Check that your computer meets the minimum system requirements (100 Base-TX LAN port),
and use/install a suitable web browser (HTML5 capable).
2. Using a standard Ethernet cable, connect your
computer to one of the LAN ports (on the rear panel):
Cable Type: straight (1:1) or crossed Ethernet
Connector Type: RJ45

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Configuring Your Computer’s TCP/IP Settings
To establish network communication:
1. Configure the TCP/IP settings for your computer’s network interface card as follows:
IP Address: in the same range as that of the pro8 LAN port (default IP Address for LAN 1 =
192.168.123.73; LAN 2 = 192.168.123.74).
Subnet Mask: identical to that of the pro8 LAN port (default Subnet Mask = 255.255.255.0).
Default Gateway: identical to that of the pro8 LAN port (default = 0.0.0.0).
So, if the pro8 is set to its default settings, adjust your computer’s IP Address and Subnet Mask to:
IP Address = 192.168.123.100 Subnet Mask = 255.255.255.0
The following screenshots demonstrate how to do this in Windows 7 and Mac OS X:
Windows 7 TCP/IP Configuration
Mac OS X TCP/IP Configuration
You can find further information at www.microsoft.com or www.apple.com.
Opening a Web Browser Session
1. Open your browser software, and enter the IP address of the pro8 LAN port into the URL
field. For example, if connecting to LAN 1,you would type http://192.168.12.73 (if LAN 1 is
set to its default IP Address).
2. Press Enter - the browser connects and the login screen appears:
If you have SDI inputs connected, then you will see video thumbnails, for SDI Out 1 to 8, at the
bottom of the screen. If no video signals are present, then the thumbnails are blank.
3. Click on the Login button –you will see the main menus.
In step 2, if the login screen does not appear, then check the following:
Web Browser: the latest revision of HTML5 capable browser.
URL Address: this MUST match the IP Address* of the pro8 LAN port to which you are
connected, either LAN 1 (default = 192.168.123.73) or LAN 2 (default = 192.168.123.74).
Network connection: in particular, that you are using the correct LAN port.
Computer’s TCP/IP configuration: must be in the same IP range as the pro8 LAN port.
Firewall or Antivirus: some software may interfere with web browser communication. Try
disabling your Firewall and/or Antivirus to eliminate them as the cause of the problem.
* To interrogate the current network settings, give the DEF-IP switch (on the front panel) a
short press; the INFO box appears on the MV OUT (Display Port or BNC) for 30 seconds.
To reset the pro8 to its default TCP/IP settings, press and hold the DEF-IP switch until the
STATUS LED turns white.
In step 3, if you are unable to login, then check that the Java Script and Websocket options are
enabled in your browser’s settings.
Once you have established communication, use the Settings -> Software Update menu
to check the software revision and, if necessary, perform an update.