Miranda Kaleido-X16 User manual

Kaleido-X16 Quick Start Guide
Part Number: M869-9905-106 30 May 2011

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Title Kaleido-X16 Quick Start Guide
Part Number M869-9905-106
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Safety Compliance
This equipment complies with the requirements of the following standards for safety of
information technology equipment:
• CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-07
• UL 60950-1 (2nd Edition)
• EN 60950-1:2006
• IEC 60950-1:2005 (2nd Edition)
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 complies with the requirements of the directive
2004/108/CE:
• EN 55022 Class A Radiated and conducted emissions
• EN 61000-3-2 Limits for harmonic current emissions
• EN 61000-3-3 Limitation of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations and flicker
• EN 61000-4-2 Electrostatic discharge immunity
WARNING: An appropriately listed/certified mains supply power cord must be used for the
connection of the equipment to the mains voltage at either 120V~ or 240V~.
CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only.
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.
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.

• EN 61000-4-3 Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field 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
Warranty Policies
Warranty information is available in the Support section of the Miranda Web site (www.miranda.com).

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction 1
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Getting Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 Setting Up the Kaleido-X16 Multi-Viewer 5
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Step 1: Physical Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Mounting the Kaleido-X16 in a Rack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Powering up the Kaleido-X16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Setting up the Kaleido-X16 Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Cabling Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Changing the Output Resolution. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Step 2: Networking Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Changing the IP Address from the Monitor Wall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Using the Kaleido-RCP2 with Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Loading a Layout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Configuring a Client PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Step 3: XEdit Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
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Introduction
Welcome to the Kaleido-X family of multi-viewers! This chapter provides information
about system requirements, and items shipped with your Kaleido-X16 unit.
Overview
This Quick Start Guide is designed to help you get your Kaleido-X16 multi-viewer up and running for the
first time.
What is Kaleido-X?
Miranda's Kaleido-X family of multi-viewers ranges from quad-splits to large-scale, multi-room
monitoring systems, with outstanding image quality and signal flexibility. The Kaleido-X multi-viewers
are available in four models: the Kaleido-X (7RU), the Kaleido-X (4RU), and the Kaleido-X16 frames, as well
as the Kaleido-Modular KMV-3901/3911 Densité card.
•TheKaleido-X (7RU) can display 96 3Gbps, HD, SD or analog inputs any number of times, in any size,
across eight displays of any resolution and orientation. With its router option, the Kaleido-X (7RU)
offers switching unprocessed inputs to 48 HD/SD outputs for feeding monitors, test equipment and
master control or production switchers. By using an optional mid-plane expansion module, two
Kaleido-X (7RU) frames can be connected into a fully interconnected 14 RU system to display up to 192
video inputs over up to 12 displays, and capable of switching unprocessed inputs to 96 HD/SD router
outputs.
•TheKaleido-X (4RU) can display 32 3Gbps, HD, SD or analog inputs any number of times, in any size,
across four displays of any resolution and orientation.

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•TheKaleido-X16 can display 16 3Gbps, HD, SD or analog inputs across two high-resolution outputs at
multiple sizes. With its router option, the Kaleido-X16 can also behave as a router, with 16 input
channels as sources and two router outputs as destinations.
•TheKMV-3911 and KMV-3901 can display eight 3Gbps, HD, SD or analog inputs in up to eight video
windows across two high-resolution outputs.
At the heart of every multi-viewer system is the Kaleido-X Software, which includes two client
applications:
•XAdmin is a Web client that your system administrator will use to manage the Kaleido-X16 system.
•XEdit is a Java Web Start client used to create layouts for the monitor wall, and to configure the
Kaleido-X16 multi-viewer, from your PC or laptop.
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Required Materials
Your Kaleido-X16 system package includes the following:
• Kaleido-X16 frame with one power supply pre-installed (second power supply optional)
• Two support brackets
•Onemouse
• Four serial port adapters (one with straight cabling and one with crossover cabling for each of the two
RS-422 ports on your multi-viewer):
• One AC power cord per power supply
• DVD including manuals, training videos, software and release notes
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
Note: In line with our commitment to environmental preservation, only the Release Notes, the Quick
Start Guide for your multi-viewer model, and some ancillary documents (e.g. welcome letters, warranty
cards) are distributed in printed form. All manuals are available on the DVD that shipped with your multi-
viewer. See the “Documentation” section of the Release Notes for a complete list. You can also obtain
them from the Software Downloads section of Miranda’s Technical Support portal.

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In addition to the above, you will need the following (not supplied):
• Up to 2 displays
• A dedicated 100Base-T Ethernet switch with enough ports for the Kaleido-X16, client PCs, Kaleido-
RCP2, and Audio Bridge Terminals
• Client PC (see below for system requirements)
• Cables (to connect your multi-viewer to video sources, to displays, and to the network):
System Requirements for a Client PC
A client PC running Windows XP (or Windows 7) is required to access the XAdmin Web client, as well as to
run the XEdit application.
Cable type Purpose
CAT-5 For Ethernet connectivity
Display cables Either extension modules—for example Miranda’s DXF-200
(part number DXF-200-B)—or HDMI cables
Video cables Standard coaxial cables with BNC connectors
Note: Do not use a DVI-to-HDMI adapter to connect a DVI cable to your multi-viewer. The adapter would
interfere with the multi-viewer’s AC cable and cause undesirable strain on the connection. You may order
suitable HDMI cables from Miranda—HDMI w/Lock to DVI female cable (1ft), part no. KXC-HDMI-L-DVI.
Minimum Configuration
minimum 1 GB of RAM
minimum Pentium 4 at 1 GHz
Recommended
2 GB of RAM
Pentium 4 at 2 GHz
Hard Disk
At least 125 MB free

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Setting Up the Kaleido-X16 Multi-Viewer
This chapter will guide you through the installation of a Kaleido-X16 system in its default
configuration.
Summary
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Step 1: Physical Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Step 2: Networking Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Step 3: XEdit Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Overview
A Kaleido-X16 multi-viewer system in its default configuration includes a number of layout presets. Each
preset shows video signals from a specific multi-viewer input. The default output configuration is set to
automatically detect the resolution of the associated display. If this information is not available, it will fall
back to 1280 × 1024 @ 60 Hz. Consult the Kaleido-X User’s Manual (on the DVD that shipped with your
system) for instructions on how to define rooms and layouts according to your specific requirements.
The Kaleido-X16 system is a cost-effective multi-image processor. It can accommodate smaller systems or
scale up to production systems, where smaller building blocks with fewer input counts per display are
desirable. Each chassis can display up to 16 auto-sensing 3Gbps, HD, SD, or Analog inputs that can be
displayed across two high-resolution outputs at multiple sizes.

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Kaleido-X16 Frame
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Kaleido-X16 system overview
Kaleido-X16 Frame
The Kaleido-X16 frame is 1 RU high. Input and output connectors are mounted on a connector panel on the
rear of the frame. The redundant power supply is installed in the front of the frame. The front cover can be
opened to provide access to the PSUs, CompactFlash card, USB connector, and basic LEDs. The Kaleido-X16
frame incorporates the following key elements:
• A rack-mountable mechanical framework (for mounting into a 19-inch EIA rack)
• A removable door to cover and protect the front of the frame
• An optional redundant power supply
• Ventilation

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Front view of the Kaleido-X16 frame (PSUs installed; front cover removed)
The Kaleido-X16 system is available in two model types: the Kaleido-X16-D and the Kaleido-X16-S. There
are two heads on the Kaleido-X16-D and one head on the Kaleido-X16-S.
Step 1: Physical Setup
Mounting the Kaleido-X16 in a Rack
To mount the Kaleido-X16 in a standard 19-inch rack:
1. Install both support brackets at the back of the rack by using suitable screws and washers (not
included), so that the bottom of the Kaleido-X16 frame will be supported by the brackets.
2. Position the Kaleido-X16 frame at the designated location within the rack, and secure the front of the
frame to the rack by using suitable screws and washers (not included).
Powering up the Kaleido-X16
To power up the Kaleido-X16:
1. Plug the power cord(s) from the Kaleido-X16 into a grounded power outlet.
See also: For more information about the Kaleido-X16, refer to the Kaleido-X16 Hardware Description &
Installation Manual, available on the DVD that shipped with your system.
IMPORTANT: Mobile Installation
If you are deploying your Kaleido-X16 ina mobile unit, it is your responsibility to make sure
the back of the multi-viewer is securely attached to the rack. For instance you may install
a blank panel at the back of the rack, so that it meets the top of the frame, to prevent the
frame from bouncing away from the support brackets.
Ventilation
For proper ventilation, make sure the front and side panel air vents are not blocked and the
air filter is clean.

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2. Press the power button at the front of the frame (behind the front cover).
The startup sequence takes a couple of minutes. The startup is completed when the CPU LED is solid
green.
Setting up the Kaleido-X16 Hardware
To set up the Kaleido-X16 hardware:
1. Make the required network and other connections to your Kaleido-X16 (see “Cabling Diagram” on
page 11). Connect a client PC, the Kaleido-RCP2 (if available), and an 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-X16 multi-viewer has been configured to automatically detect the resolution of any
connected display. If the required information is not available, then a fall-back resolution of
1280 × 1024 @ 60 Hz is used.
2. Connect one output of the multi-viewer to a display that supports this resolution (see “Cabling
Diagram” on page 11). If you wish to use a different resolution, see “Changing the Output Resolution”
below, for detailed instructions.
IMPORTANT: • If you only have one PSU, make sure you plug your power cable into the power
connector on the rightside of the rear connector panel (as you face therearof the
frame). This should be on the same side of the frame as the one PSU you have
installed. If you do not do this, your system cannot draw power.
• If you have two PSUs, make sure you plug in both power cables into both power
connectors of the rear connector panel. If you do not do this your system cannot
have PSU redundancy.
Note: The Audio Bridge Terminals (ABTs) and Kaleido-RCP2 are optional devices, and may not have been
shipped with your Kaleido-X16 system. For information on these and other options for your multi-viewer
system, please contact your Miranda sales representative.
Power button

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3. Connect one or more video sources to your multi-viewer’s inputs (see “Cabling Diagram” on page 11).
4. Check the LEDs in the Kaleido-X16 frame. Make sure that none are indicating an error condition (see
table below). If a LED indicates an error condition, refer to your multi-viewer’s Hardware Description
and Installation Manual.
LEDs on the front of the Kaleido-X16 frame (behind the cover)
Note: If your display is not collocated with your Kaleido-X16 frame you may choose to employ a DXF-200
transmitter/receiver device that allows you to install a display up to 1,000 meters (3,300 feet) from the
signal source. For more information on the DXF-200, see the DXF-200 DVI/HDMI Optical Extension System
User’s Manual (part no. M916-9900-103).
LED LED Status
Green Blinking
green
Red Blinking red Yellow Blinking
yellow
Off
CPU Normal op-
eration
Application
booting
Error Live Update OS Booting N/A Front cover
is closed
CPF Activity N/A Activity N/A N/A N/A N/A No Activity
Video Inputs Inputs are
locked
N/A Inputs are
unlocked,
or no input
ERROR ON
SIGNAL
N/A N/A Front cover
is closed
DVI Inputs Inputs are
locked
N/A Inputs are
unlocked,
or no input
ERROR ON
SIGNAL
N/A N/A Front cover
is closed
LTC LTC valid N/A No signal N/A N/A N/A Front cover
is closed
Video Inputs
LTC
DVI Inputs SDTI
Reference Input
CPF Activity
CPU
Severity
General Status

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Ref. Input Input is
locked
N/A Input is un-
locked, or
no input
ERROR ON
SIGNAL
N/A N/A Front cover
is closed
SDTI Inputs are
locked
N/A Inputs are
unlocked,
or no input,
or no SDTI
signal
ERROR ON
SIGNAL
N/A N/A Front cover
is closed
Gen. Status System OK Intrusive
self-diag-
nostic fin-
ished
Configura-
tion Failed,
Safe Mode
Firmware
Upgrading
Boot up Di-
agnostic
(Verbose
switch on)
Firmware
error
Front cover
is closed
Severity Boot OK Booting Boot error,
Need live-
update
Fatal error,
CALL TECH
SUPPORT
N/A N/A No power
LED LED Status
Green Blinking
green
Red Blinking red Yellow Blinking
yellow
Off

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Cabling Diagram
Kaleido-X16 cabling diagram
Changing the Output Resolution
To change a display’s resolution from the monitor wall:
1. Connect a mouse to one of the USB connectors of the Kaleido-X16.
2. Right-click anywhere on the monitor wall, point to Monitor Wall (if you clicked a monitor), and then
click Display resolution:
The Display Resolution window appears:

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• If you would like the system to automatically select a resolution based on information from the
connected display, select Use detected monitor resolution.
• If you would like to manually set (and fix) the resolution, select the desired resolution from the
Default DVI resolution list:
3. Click OK.
The output resolution is adjusted accordingly.
Step 2: Networking Setup
For the Kaleido-X16 multi-viewer to join a TCP/IP network, it must be configured with an IP address, a
network mask, a gateway, and a system name. In addition, a client PC must be configured to communicate
with the multi-viewer. You must also configure any Kaleido-RCP2, and Audio Bridge Terminal units you
may have ordered.
The Kaleido-X16 is shipped with the following default settings:
IMPORTANT: At initial startup, after your system has auto-detected the resolution of the display, it is
strongly recommended that you manually set the output resolution and clear the Use
detected monitor resolution check box.

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Changing the IP Address from the Monitor Wall
The IP address, system name, and other parameters can be set via a control panel on the monitor wall.
To change the IP address of the Kaleido-X16 from the monitor wall:
1. Connect a mouse to one of the USB connectors of the Kaleido-X16.
2. Connect a keyboard to one of the USB connectors of the Kaleido-X16.
3. Right-click anywhere on the monitor wall, point to Monitor Wall (if you clicked a monitor), and then
click System configuration.
The System Configuration window appears.
4. Click the Ethernet tab.
5. Type the required frame IP address, network mask, and gateway address in the appropriate boxes.
6. Click OK.
7. When prompted to restart the system to apply your changes, click Yes.
Finding the System IP Address and Application Version
To find the system IP address and application version:
1. Connect a mouse to a USB connector: either the USB at the front of the frame or one of the two USB
connectors on the rear connector panel.
2. Right-click anywhere on the monitor wall. On the shortcut menu, point to Monitor Wall (if you clicked
a monitor), and then click Show dashboard to display the dashboard associated with the current
head. A small window appears, revealing the frame IP address and the system version. Take note of
these values—they will be used later in the configuration process.
System IP address 10.0.3.70
Network mask 255.255.0.0
Gateway 10.0.0.1
Note: If the IP address of the multi-viewer has been changed (i.e. it no longer corresponds to the as-
shipped configuration), it is stillpossible to determine the current setting. To determine the IP address of
your Kaleido-X16 multi-viewer, see “Finding the System IP Address and Application Version” below.

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Using the Kaleido-RCP2 with Default Settings
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Display from output (partial view) showing dashboard at the bottom right
Enlarged view of dashboard.
Using the Kaleido-RCP2 with Default Settings
To start using the Kaleido-RCP2 with its default settings:
1. Physically connect the Kaleido-RCP2 unit to the network using an Ethernet cable (see “Cabling
Diagram” on page 11).
Note: The Kaleido-RCP2 unit is optional and is not included in the standard Kaleido-X16 package.
Application version
Frame IP address
System name Room name