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Contents
1 Introduction..................................................................................................4
1.1 Welcome............................................................................................................... 4
1.2 Overview............................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Feedback and Suggestions.................................................................................... 5
2 Setup ............................................................................................................6
2.1 Command and Control.......................................................................................... 6
2.2 Input and Output Connections .............................................................................. 6
2.3 Networking........................................................................................................... 7
2.3.1 Ethernet........................................................................................................................... 7
2.3.2 SFP A and B (SMPTE 2110)................................................................................................ 7
2.4 Configuration and Administration ......................................................................... 8
2.4.1 SFPConfiguration ............................................................................................................ 9
2.4.2 Genlock Configuration ..................................................................................................... 9
2.4.3 I/O Channels ................................................................................................................. 10
2.4.4 Administration Panel Footer Tools ................................................................................. 12
3 User Interface .............................................................................................13
3.1 The Desktop ....................................................................................................... 13
3.1.1 Configure Channels ....................................................................................................... 14
3.2 Title Bar and Dashboard...................................................................................... 19
3.2.1 Title Bar Tools ............................................................................................................... 19
3.2.2 Viewport Tools .............................................................................................................. 21
3.2.3 Dashboard Tools ........................................................................................................... 23
4 Appendices.................................................................................................26
4.1 NDI ..................................................................................................................... 26
4.2 Third Party Licenses............................................................................................ 26
4.3 NDI ..................................................................................................................... 26
4.4 Third Party Licenses............................................................................................ 27

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1 Introduction
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.
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 I/O 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.

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1.3 Feedback And Suggestions
We encourage suggestions and feedback about our products and documentation. To give feedback
and/or suggestions, please contact your local Vizrt customer support team at www.vizrt.com.

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2 Setup
This chapter explains how to connect power, monitors and audio-visual devices to your Viz 2110 I/
O Module. After completing this short section, you’ll be all set to begin using your Viz 2110 I/O.
This section contains information on the following topics:
Command and Control
Input and Output Connections
Networking
Configuration and Administration
2.1 Command And Control
Connect an external computer monitor to the HDMI port on the backplane (see Input/Output
Connections).
Connect the mouse and keyboard to USB ports also on the backplane.
Connect the power cord to Viz 2110 IO’s backplane.
Turn on the computer monitor.
Press the Power switch on Viz 2110 IO’s faceplate (behind the drop-down door).
At this point, the blue Power LED illuminates, as the device boots up (if this does not happen,
please check your connections and retry). Though not a requirement, we do strongly recommend
that you connect the unit using an uninterruptable power supply (UPS), as for any mission critical
system.
Likewise consider A/C power conditioning, especially in situations where local power is unreliable
or noisy. Surge protection is especially important in some locales. Power conditioners can reduce
wear on power supplies and other electronics, and provide a further measure of protection from
surges, spikes, lightning and high voltage.
2.2 Input And Output Connections
External audio and video sources are connected to the appropriate inputs on Viz 2110 IO’s
backplane.
Tip: Viz 2110 IO’s interface requires a monitor resolution setting of at least 1280x1024.
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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.
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HDMI:Monitor port
Ethernet:Network connections
USB:Connects keyboard, mouse and other peripheral devices.
RESERVED: HD-BNC connector (High Density BNC)
SFP A and SFP B
Power
2.3 Networking
2.3.1 Ethernet
Generally, 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 serves 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.
2.3.2 SFP A and B (SMPTE 2110)
The two MSA compatible SFP cages (identified as SFP A and B) are provided.

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This is where you 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 and two outputs to
SMTPE 2110 (for a total of four).
2.4 Configuration And 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.
This control panel appears on first launch, and thereafter can be accessed by selecting Exit to
Admin from the Desktop, or from the Windows start menu.
SFPConfiguration
Genlock Configuration
I/O Channels
Inputs
Outputs
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2.4.1 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:
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.
2.4.2 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.
Type: Normally, you 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
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Master: 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).
IP Mode: Select the appropriate IP protocol, choosing Multicast, Unicast, or Hybrid.
Join Type: Choose None or IGMPv2.
Master Clock: Specify the for the Master Clock ID for genlock over IP.
Video Settings: Specify the Frame Rate, Type (choose between fielded and progressive
options), Width and Height.
2.4.3 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.
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.
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The settings for inputs and outputs are configured individually in the I/O Channels tab of the
Administration panel, as presented below.
Inputs
After expanding an input control group, you typically check 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.
Multicast Join Type: The membership request type when Dest IPv4 Address is a multicast
address.
(Audio column only)
Audio Packet Duration:The duration of incoming audio packets.
Track 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.
RTP Sync Source: The RTP (Real-time Transfer Protocol) Synchronization Source Identifier
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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 (the transmitter)
Dest(ination) IPv4 Address: The UDP port of the destination (the receiver). Only used in
multicast.
Dest(ination) UDP Port:The UDP port of the destination (the receiver).
RTP Payload ID: The RTP (Real-time Transfer Protocol) payload ID.
(Audio column only)
Audio Packet Duration: The duration of outgoing audio packets.
Track Count (switch): Enable to use the value entered at right to limit the IP stream
track count transmitted.
2.4.4 Administration Panel Footer Tools
At the bottom of the Administration pane are About, Manual, Exit, and Launch buttons.
The About panel providesimportant licensing information and hardware/software version
information that is useful should you require product support.

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3 User Interface
This section explains the layout and options provided in the user interface, and how to configure
Viz 2110 I/O audio and video input and output. It also introduces the various supplemental video
production features Viz 2110 I/O provides, including Proc Amps, Scopes and capture.
Topics presented:
The Desktop
Title Bar and Dashboard
3.1 The Desktop
The Viz 2110 I/O IP default Desktop interface provides very useful remote monitoring options in
addition to configuration and control features.
The Desktop interface includes a title bar 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.
Continue reading for an overview of Viz 2110 I/O IP Desktop features.
Input Tab
Capture
Audio Levels
Note: Some viewport toolbar controls are hidden when not in use, or until you move the
mouse pointer over a viewport.
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Output Tab
Clips and IP Sources
Supplemental Audio Device
Color Tab
3.1.1 Configure Channels
Viz 2110 I/O IP allows you to select different audio and video sources for each input or channel via
the Configure panel. Click the gear next to the channel label below a viewport to open its
Configure panel.
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.
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.
TIP: Alternatively, you can quickly access the Configure Channel pane by double-clicking
the viewport.
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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.
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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.
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 I/
O’s rear panel instead.
Audio Levels
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.
Output Tab
If you open the Configure Channel pane for an output, instead, there are settings related to output
from the channel to SMPTE 2110.
Tip: 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.
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Note: The Alpha Matte Source menu allows you to configure key/fill inputs, where the
transparency and fill color information for a 32-bit NDI output with embedded alpha are
supplied via two separate SMTPE 2110 inputs (the video format of both sources must
match).
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The first choice you will usually make is which audio/video source you wish to output as SMTPE
2110. Often, you 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
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 requires a little more explanation.

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Clicking Add IP Camera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.
Note: After adding an IP source, you must exit and restart the software for the new
settings to be applied.
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Supplemental Audio Device
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.
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.
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, check Listen Only.
Note: Proc Amp adjustments follow Auto Color processing.
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Typically, you enable Listen Only for all Multicam group members except one to make that source
the master color reference.
3.2 Title Bar And Dashboard
Viz 2110 I/O’s Title bar 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):
Machine name (the system network name supplies the prefix identifying NDI output
channels)
NDI KVM menu: Options to control Viz 2110 I/O remotely via NDI connection
Time Display
Configuration
Notifications Panel
Minimize and Exit
Headphones Source and Volume
Display
Of these items, some are so important that they rate their own sections. Others are detailed in
various sections of this guide.
3.2.1 Title Bar 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 I/O system. The free NDI Studio Monitor application for
brings network KVM connectivity to any Windows® system on the same network.
Note: Custom settings in the Color tab trigger a COLOR notification message that appears
in the footer below the viewport of the channel .
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To enable NDI KVM, use the title bar 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 I/O 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.
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 (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 Title bar time
display and appears.
Tip: Note that Studio Monitor’s KVM toggle button can be relocated to a more convenient
spot by dragging.
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