VIZRT Viz 2110 User manual

i

ii
Copyright © 2020 Vizrt. All rights reserved.
No part of this software, documentation or publication may be reproduced, transcribed, stored in a
retrieval system, translated into any language, computer language, or transmitted in any form or by
any means, electronically, mechanically, magnetically, optically, chemically, photocopied, manually, or
otherwise, without prior written permission from Vizrt. Vizrt specifically retains title to all Vizrt
software. This software is supplied under a license agreement and may only be installed, used or
copied in accordance to that agreement.
Disclaimer
Vizrt provides this publication “as is” without warranty of any kind, either expressed or implied.
This publication may contain technical inaccuracies or typographical errors. While every precaution has
been taken in the preparation of this document to ensure that it contains accurate and up-to-date
information, the publisher and author assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Nor is any
liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained in this document.
Vizrt’s policy is one of continual development, so the content of this document is periodically subject
to be modified without notice. These changes will be incorporated in new editions of the publication.
Vizrt may make improvements and/or changes in the product(s) and/or the program(s) described in
this publication at any time. Vizrt may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject
matters in this document. The furnishing of this document does not give you any license to these
patents.
Technical Support
For technical support and the latest news of upgrades, documentation, and related products, visit the
Vizrt web site at https://www.vizrt.com
Created on 2020/02/10

i
TABLE OF CONTENTS
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION AND SETUP .................................................................................................... 3
Section 1.1 Welcome ...................................................................................................................................................................3
Section 1.2 Overview ...................................................................................................................................................................3
Section 1.3 Setting Up..................................................................................................................................................................4
1.3.1 Command and Control ...................................................................................................................................................4
Section 1.4 Input/Output Connections........................................................................................................................................4
Section 1.5 Networking................................................................................................................................................................5
1.5.1 Ethernet..........................................................................................................................................................................5
1.5.2 SFP A and B (SMPTE 2110) .............................................................................................................................................5
Section 1.6 Configuration (Administration) .................................................................................................................................5
1.6.1 SFP Configuration ...........................................................................................................................................................5
1.6.2 Genlock Configuration....................................................................................................................................................6
1.6.3 I/O Channels ...................................................................................................................................................................7
1.6.4 Administration Panel Footer Tools.................................................................................................................................9
CHAPTER 2 USER INTERFACE .................................................................................................................... 11
Section 2.1 The Desktop ............................................................................................................................................................11
2.1.1 Configure Channels ......................................................................................................................................................12
Section 2.2 Titlebar & Dashboard..............................................................................................................................................17
2.2.1 Titlebar Tools................................................................................................................................................................17
2.2.2 Viewport Tools .............................................................................................................................................................18
2.2.3 Dashboard Tools...........................................................................................................................................................19
APPENDIX A: NDI®(NETWORK DEVICE INTERFACE).............................................................................. 21
APPENDIX B: THIRD PARTY LICENSES.................................................................................................... 23

Viz 2110 I/O Module Operating Instructions
3
Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION AND SETUP
This chapter explains how to connect power, monitors and audio-visual devices to
your Viz 2110 Input/Output Module. After completing this short section, you’ll be all
set to begin using your Viz 2110 IO.
SECTION 1.1 WELCOME
Thank you for purchasing this Vizrt product. As a company, Vizrt is extremely proud of its record of
innovation and commitments to excellence in design, manufacture, and superb product support. We are
determined to deliver the most complete, reliable and efficient integrated systems available for live
production and web streaming, with capabilities suited to almost any broadcast need.
As well, support of NewTek’s innovative NDI®(Network Device Interface) protocol places your new system
squarely in the forefront of IP technology solutions for the video broadcast and production industries.
SECTION 1.2 OVERVIEW
Commitments and requirements can change from production to production. A powerful, versatile platform
for multi-source production and multi-screen delivery workflows, the Viz 2110 I/O Module quickly pivots to
accommodate additional connections.
Viz 2110 IO IP’s turnkey installation and operation
lets
you assemble a network of modules to
configure multi-system and multi-site workflows
with a minimum of fuss.
Your Viz 2110 I/O IP Module provides a highly
efficient interoperability link between production
locations and systems on your network and is
readily adaptable to your needs.
Translate as many as four a/v streams (
up to
1080p at 59.94) from SMPTE 2110
input to
NDI output, and four more from NDI (or other
supported source) to SMPTE 2110 output.
Integrate with compatible systems and devices across your network for switching, streaming, display, and
delivery. You can stack modules in a single rack, or station them in multiple locations as required to meet
the demands of your production environment.

Viz 2110 I/O Module Operating Instructions
4
SECTION 1.3 SETTING UP
1.3.1 COMMAND AND CONTROL
Hint: Viz 2110 IO’s interface requires a monitor resolution setting of at least 1280x1024.
1. Connect an external computer monitor to the HDMI port on the backplane (see Input/Output
Connections).
2. Connect the mouse and keyboard to USB ports also on the backplane.
3. Connect the power cord to Viz 2110 IO’s backplane
4. Turn on the computer monitor.
5. Press the Power switch on Viz 2110 IO’s faceplate (behind the drop-down door).
At this point, the Power switch LED will illuminate in as the
device boots up. (If this does not happen, check your
connections and retry). By the way, though not a requirement,
we strongly encourage the use of an uninterruptable power
supply (UPS), as for any ‘mission critical’ system.
Surge protection is also important in some locales. Likewise,
consider A/C “power conditioning”, especially in situations
where local power is unreliable or ‘noisy’. Power conditioners
can reduce wear on Viz 2110 IO’s power supplies and other
electronics, and provide a further measure of protection from
surges, spikes, lightning and high voltage.
SECTION 1.4 INPUT/OUTPUT CONNECTIONS
External audio and video sources are connected to the
appropriate inputs on Viz 2110 IO’s backplane.
1. HDMI – monitor port
2. Ethernet – network connections
3. USB – connect keyboard, mouse and other peripheral devices.
4. RESERVED –HD-BNC connector (High Density BNC)
5. SFP A and SFP B
6. Power
A word about UPS devices:
‘Modified sine wave’ UPS devices are
popular due to low manufacturing
costs. However, such units should
generally be viewed as being of low
quality and possibly inadequate to
fully protect the system from abnormal
power events.
For a modest added cost, consider a
"pure sine wave" UPS. These units can
be relied on to supply very clean
power, eliminating potential problems,
and are recommended for applications
demanding high reliability.
4
3
2
1
5
6
FIGURE 1

Viz 2110 I/O Module Operating Instructions
5
SECTION 1.5 NETWORKING
1.5.1 ETHERNET
Generally, simply connecting a suitable cable from one of the two Gigabit Ethernet ports on the backplane is
all that is required to add it to a local area network (LAN), which typically will serve for NDI I/O connections
as well as more mundane networking chores. In some settings, additional steps may be required. You can
access the system Network and Sharing control panel to accomplish more extensive configuration tasks. If
further help connecting is required, please consult your system administrator.
1.5.2 SFP A AND B (SMPTE 2110)
The two MSA compatible SFP cages (identified as SFP A
and B; see #5 in Figure 1) are provided.
This is where you will plug in your preferred SFP (Small
Form-factor Pluggable) transceivers to connect and
serve SMPTE 2110 traffic between external systems and
your Viz 2110 I/O IP.
Each of the two SFP connection allows two SMTPE 2110
input connections (for a total of four) and two outputs to
SMTPE 2110.
SECTION 1.6 CONFIGURATION
(ADMINISTRATION)
The configuration of the two SFP ports, Genlock, and
(SMPTE 2110) I/O Channels is performed in Viz 2110 I/O
IP’s Administration panel, shown in (Figure 2).
This control panel appears on first launch, and thereafter
can be accessed by selecting Exit to Admin from the
Desktop (see Section 2.2.1), or from the Windows start
menu.
1.6.1 SFP CONFIGURATION
Click the SFP and Genlock tab and the
header (A or B) for the SFP you wish to
configure to expand its settings group.
As a minimum, you will need to supply
the following values in order to identify
the SFP connection on the network you
wish to connect it to:
FIGURE 2
FIGURE 3

Viz 2110 I/O Module Operating Instructions
6
•IPv4Address
•Gateway
•Net Mask
Optionally, enable the Virtual LAN switch if you intend these connections to be associated with a VLAN. In
this case, continue to configure the following VLAN tags:
•PCP – the Priority Code Point refers to the IEEE 802.1p class of service and maps to the frame priority
level. PCP values can be used to prioritize traffic.
•DEI – Enable the Drop Eligibility Indicator field indicates the frames eligible to be dropped when
congestion makes it necessary.
•VID – The VLAN IDentifier specifies the VLAN to which the frame belongs.
1.6.2 GENLOCK CONFIGURATION
Genlocking provides a mechanism to ensure that your video sources are in sync with one another and other
external systems. The Genlock tab in the Administration panel provides the necessary settings and options.
FIGURE 4
•Type – Normally, you will select SMTPE2059 as the method by which timing reference information is
supplied to the system. (The other option, Internal, uses the system clock for timing (free running)
rather than an external reference.)
oMaster – Either SFP (A or B) can be designated as the Genlock reference source, or you can
select Automatic.
•SFP (A/B) – Configure the SFP you designated as Master (unless you selected Internal above).
oIP Mode – select the appropriate IP protocol, choosing Multicast, Unicast, or Hybrid.
oJoin Type – Choose None or IGMPv2.

Viz 2110 I/O Module Operating Instructions
7
oMaster Clock – Specify the for the Master Clock ID for genlock over IP.
FIGURE 5
•Video Settings – Specify the Frame Rate, Type (choose between fielded and progressive options),
Width and Height.
Note: The frame rate selected determines which optional formats are shown in the Live Desktop menus. For
example, selecting 29.97 or 59.94 results in only NTSC format frame rate options being listed.
1.6.3 I/O CHANNELS
As mentioned previously, each SFP
transceiver allows two SMTPE 2110
input connections (for a total of four)
and two outputs to SMTPE 2110.
Inputs 1 and 2, and outputs 1 and 2 are
served by SFP A, while SFP B handles
inputs 3 and 4 and outputs 3 and 4.
The settings for each input and output
are configured individually in the I/O
Channelstab of the Administration
panel, as discussed next.
INPUTS
After expanding an input control group,
you will typically checkmark the Enable
Video and Enable Audio switches.
Then enter values and choose
appropriate settings for the corresponding IP streams in the columns below.
•Dest(ination) IPv4 Address –reception multicast IPv4 address
•Dest(ination) UDP Port – reception User Diagram Protocol (UDP) port
FIGURE 6

Viz 2110 I/O Module Operating Instructions
8
•Multicast Join Type – the membership request type when Dest IPv4 Address is a multicast address
•(Audio column only)
oAudio Packet Duration –the duration of incoming audio packets
oTrack Count (switch) – enable this to use a value entered at right to limit the IP stream track
count received
OUTPUTS
Expand the Outputs control group and continue in similar fashion to checkmark Enable Video and Enable
Audio for each SMPTE 2110 output.
FIGURE 7
•RTP Sync Source – the RTP (Real-time Transfer Protocol) Synchronization Source Identifier (SSRC)
•Type of Service DSCP – indicates that the Type of Service (ToS) is Differentiated Service Code Point
(DSCP), with a range of [0-63] (6 bits)
•Type of Service ECN – indicates that the Type of Service (ToS) is Explicit Congestion Notification
(ECN). Range is [0..3] (2 bits)
•Time to Live (Seconds) – the time in which packets can be used in seconds. That is, it indicates the
packets' Time to live (TTL)
•Source UDP Port – the User Datagram Protocol (UDP) port of the sender (i.e., the transmitter)
•Dest(ination) IPv4 Address – the UDP port of the destination (i.e., the receiver). Only used in multicast.

Viz 2110 I/O Module Operating Instructions
9
•Dest(ination) UDP Port – the UDP port of the destination (i.e., the receiver)
•RTP Payload ID – the RTP (Real-time Transfer Protocol) payload ID
•(Audio column only)
oAudio Packet Duration –the duration of outgoing audio packets
oTrack Count (switch) – enable to use the value entered at right to limit the IP stream track
count transmitted
1.6.4 ADMINISTRATION PANEL FOOTER TOOLS
FIGURE 8
At the bottom of the Administration pane, you will see About, Manual, Exit, and Launch buttons.
The operation performed by each of these is obvious, but we would like to highlight the fact that the About
panel provides hardware and software version information that may be useful should you require product
support situation, along with important licensing information.

11
Chapter 2 USER INTERFACE
This chapter explains the layout and options provided in the user interface, and how
to configure Viz 2110 IO audio and video input and output. It also introduces the
various supplemental video production features Viz 2110 IO provides, including Proc
Amps, Scopes and capture.
SECTION 2.1 THE DESKTOP
The Viz 2110 IO IP default Desktop interface provides very useful remote monitoring options in addition to
configuration and control features.
FIGURE 9
The Desktop interface includes a titlebar running across the top of the screen, and a Dashboard at the bottom.
By default, the large middle section of the Desktop shows eight viewports, each displaying one video ‘channel’.
Each channel’s viewport is labeled in the toolbar beneath. (Note that some viewport toolbar controls are
hidden when not in use, or until you move the mouse pointer over a viewport.)
Continue reading for an overview of Viz 2110 IO IP Desktop features.

12
2.1.1 CONFIGURE CHANNELS
Viz 2110 IO IP allows you to select different audio and video sources for each input or channel
via the Configure panel (Figure 11). Click the gear next to the channel label below a viewport
to open its Configure panel (Figure 10).
Hint: Alternatively, you can quickly access the Configure Channel pane by double-clicking the viewport.
The tabs shown in a Configuration panel vary according to whether you wish to configure an input (from a
SMPTE 2110 source) or an output (sending a SMPTE 2110 stream to a downstream receiver).
INPUT TAB
Let’s consider configuring an input channel first. An input supplied by a SMTPE 2110 source is automatically
converted to an NDI stream. The editable Channel Name under the viewport identifies output the channel to
other NDI-enabled systems on the network.
Note: NDI Access Manager, included in NDI Tools (available without charge from https://ndi.tv/tools/), can be
used to control access to NDI source and output streams.
FIGURE 11
The tabbed Input pane allows you to the video sources for this channel and set its format. The Video Source
information display identifies the specific input you have chosen to configure. The nearby Video Format
menu allows you to match the input to the format of the incoming SMPTE 2110 video stream.
FIGURE 10

13
Hint: Remember that the video standard selections shown in these menus is determined by the Frame Rate
setting in the Administration panel’s Genlock options – see Section 1.6.2.
Note that the Alpha Matte Source menu allows you to configure ‘key/fill’ inputs, where the transparency and
fill color information for a 32bit NDI output with embedded alpha are supplied via two separate SMTPE 2110
inputs (the video format of both sources must match).
A Delay setting is provided for both audio and video sources, allowing precise A/V synchronization where
a/v source timing differs.
CAPTURE
This tab is also where you assign the path and filename for captured still images.
FIGURE 12
The initial Grab Directory is the default Pictures folder on the system, but you can choose to use a network
storage volumes or external drive connected to one of the USB ports on your Viz 2110 IO’s rear panel instead
if you like.
AUDIO LEVELS
FIGURE 13
Faders in the Audio Levels section of the Configure Channel > Input tab let you modulate the audio levels for
up to eight audio channels incoming from SMPTE 2110. The VU meters above the faders are calibrated in dB
FS (Full Scale). Click the ‘speaker’ icon above an audio channel to mute the associated audio stream.

14
OUTPUT TAB
If you open the Configure Channel pane for an output, instead, you will find settings related to output from
the channel to SMPTE 2110.
FIGURE 14
The first choice you will usually make is which audio/video source you wish to output as SMTPE 2110. Often,
you will simply use the Audio/Video Source menu to select an NDI a/v stream from your network, but there
are other possibilities, too. Selecting a Video Format at right determines the video output format applied.
CLIPS AND IP SOURCES
FIGURE 15

15
As mentioned in the previous section, NDI®sources – such as a PTZ camera with native NDI network video
output – can be directly selected.
The Video Source drop down menu also contains an Add Media item to let you select a video file to play. The
Add IP Camera menu item (Figure 15) requires a little more explanation.
FIGURE 16
Clicking the Add IP Camera entry opens the IP Source Manager. Adding entries to the list of sources shown in
this panel causes corresponding listings to appear in the Local group shown in the Video Source menu of the
Configure Channel panel (along with the SMTPE 2110 inputs from SFP A and B).
To use Click the Add New Camera menu, select a source type from the dropdown
list provided.
This opens a dialog suited to the
particular source device you wish to
add, such as one of the numerous
supported PTZ camera brands and
models.
FIGURE 17
FIGURE 18

16
Note: After adding an IP source, you must exit and restart the software for the new settings to be applied.
SUPPLEMENTAL AUDIO DEVICE
FIGURE 19
The Supplemental Audio Device allows you to direct audio output to system sound devices as well as well as
any supported third part audio devices you may connect (typically by USB). As required, Audio Format
options are provided in a menu at right.
COLOR TAB
Both input and output channels provide a Color tab (Figure 20). This panel provides an extensive set of tools
for adjusting the color characteristics of each video channel.
Choosing Auto Color automatically adapts color
balance as lighting conditions change over time.
Note: Proc Amp adjustments follow Auto Color
processing.
By default, each camera with Auto Color enabled
is processed by itself. Enable Multicam to
process multiple cameras as a group.
To apply Multicam to a source without its own
colors being evaluated, checkmark Listen Only.
Typically, you might enable Listen Only for all
Multicam group members except one to make
that source the ‘master’ color reference.
Note: Custom settings in the Color tab trigger
a COLOR notification message that appears in
the footer below the viewport of the channel
(Figure 21).
FIGURE 20
FIGURE 21

17
SECTION 2.2 TITLEBAR & DASHBOARD
Viz 2110 IO’s Titlebar and Dashboard are home to a number of important displays, tools and controls.
Prominently located at the top and bottom of the Desktop, the Dashboard occupies the full width of the screen.
The various elements presented in these two bars are listed below (starting from the left):
1. Machine name (the system network name supplies the prefix identifying NDI output channels)
2. NDI KVM menu – Options to control Viz 2110 IO remotely via NDI connection
3. Time Display
4. Configuration (see Section 2.2.1)
5. Notifications Panel
6. Minimize and Exit
7. Headphones Source and Volume (see Section 2.2.3)
8. Display (see section 2.2.3)
Of these items, some are so important that they rate their own chapters. Others are detailed in various
sections of this guide (cross references to the relevant sections of the manual are provided above).
2.2.1 TITLEBAR TOOLS
NDI KVM
Thanks to NDI®, it is no longer necessary to configure complicated hardware KVM installations to enjoy
remote control over your Viz 2110 IO system. The free NDI Studio Monitor application for brings network
KVM connectivity to any Windows®system on the same network.
To enable NDI KVM, use the titlebar NDI KVM menu to select an operating
mode, choosing between Monitor Only or Full Control (which passes mouse
and keyboard operations to the remote system). The Security option lets
you apply NDI Group control to limit who can view the NDI KVM output from
the host system.
To view the output from the remote system and control it, select your Viz
2110 IO IP system’s Device Name]>User Interface in the Studio Monitor
application supplied with the free NDI Tool pack, and enable the KVM
button overlaid at upper-left when you move the mouse over the screen.
Hint: Note that Studio Monitor’s KVM toggle button can be relocated to a more convenient spot by dragging.
2
3
4
7
8
5
6
1
FIGURE 22

18
This feature gives you a great way to control the system around your studio or campus. With the User
Interface running full screen in Studio Monitor on a receiving system, it’s really hard to remember that you’re
actually controlling a remote system.
Even touch is supported, meaning you can run the User Interface output on a Microsoft Surface™ system for
portable touch control over your entire live production system.
(Actually, many of the interface screengrabs shown in this manual – including those in this section – were
grabbed from NDI Studio Monitor while controlling the remote system in the manner described above.)
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
The System Configuration dialog is opened by clicking the
‘gear’ gadget next to the Titlebar time display and appears as
shown in Figure 23.
LTC TIMECODE
LTC timecode support can be activated by choosing an input
using the LTC > Source menu to choose almost any audio
input to provide the timecode signal and enabling the
checkbox at left.
ABOUT
The About box displays the current software version and hardware revision of the unit.
NOTIFICATIONS
The Notifications panel opens when you click the ‘text balloon’ gadget at right in the Titlebar.This panel lists
information messages the system provides, including any cautionary alerts.
Hint: You can clear individual entries using by right-clicking to show the item’s context menu, or the Clear All
button in the panel’s footer.
2.2.2 VIEWPORT TOOLS
FIGURE 24
Viz 2110 IO’s channels each have a toolbar beneath their respective viewports. The various elements
comprising the toolbar are listed below from left to right:
1. Channel name – Can be changed by clicking on the label, and also in the Configure Channel panel.
2. A Configuration gadget (gear) pops up next to the channel name when the mouse is over a viewport.
1
2
3
4
5
FIGURE 23