User Guide
Signal Processors
Annotator 300
HDCP-Compliant Annotation Graphics Processor
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FCC Class A Notice
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. The Class A limits 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 interference. This interference must be corrected at
the expense of the user.
NOTE: For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF compatibility,
accessibility, and related topics, see the “Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance
Guide” on the Extron website.
Copyright
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Trademarks
All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners.
The following registered trademarks®, registered service marks(SM), and trademarks(TM) are the property of
RGB Systems, Inc. or Extron Electronics:
Registered Trademarks (®)
AVTrac, Cable Cubby, CrossPoint, eBUS, EDID Manager, EDID Minder, Extron, Flat Field, GlobalViewer, Hideaway, Inline, IP Intercom,
IP Link, Key Minder, LockIt, MediaLink, PlenumVault, PoleVault, PowerCage, PURE3, Quantum, SoundField, SpeedMount, SpeedSwitch,
System INTEGRATOR, TeamWork, TouchLink, V-Lock, VersaTools, VN-Matrix, VoiceLift, WallVault, WindoWall, XTP, and XTP Systems
Registered Service Mark(SM) : S3 Service Support Solutions
Trademarks(™)
AAP, AFL (Accu-Rate Frame Lock), ADSP (Advanced Digital Sync Processing), Auto-Image, CableCover, CDRS (Class D Ripple Suppression),
DDSP (Digital Display Sync Processing), DMI (Dynamic Motion Interpolation), Driver Configurator, DSP Configurator, DSVP (Digital Sync
Validation Processing), EQIP, FastBite, FOXBOX, Global Configurator, IP Intercom HelpDesk, Link License, MAAP, MicroDigital, ProDSP, QS-
FPC (QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller), Scope-Trigger, SIS, Simple Instruction Set, Skew-Free, SpeedNav, Triple-Action Switching, XTRA,
ZipCaddy, ZipClip
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Conventions Used in this Guide
Notifications
The following notifications are used in this guide:
CAUTION: Risk of minor personal injury.
ATTENTION : Risque de blessure mineure.
ATTENTION :
• Risk of property damage.
• Risque de dommages matériels.
NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.
Software Commands
Commands are written in the fonts shown here:
^ARMerge Scene,,Op1 scene 1,1^B51^W^C
[01]R000400300004000080000600[02]35[17][03]
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NOTE: For commands and examples of computer or device responses mentioned
in this guide, the character “0” is used for the number zero and “O” is the capital
letter “o.”
Computer responses and directory paths that do not have variables are written in the font
shown here:
Reply from 208.132.180.48: bytes=32 times=2ms TTL=32
C:\Program Files\Extron
Variables are written in slanted form as shown here:
ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx —t
SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX
Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are
written in the font shown here:
From the Filemenu, select New.
Click the OKbutton.
Specifications Availability
Product specifications are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com.
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Contents
Introduction....................................................1
On Screen Annotation................................. 25
About this User Guide ..................................... 1
About the Annotator 300................................. 1
Features .......................................................... 2
Touch Panel Configuration............................. 25
USB Port Connections .................................. 26
Touchscreen Calibration ................................ 26
Annotation Overview...................................... 27
Default Annotation Buttons............................ 28
Installation......................................................6
UL/Safety Requirements.................................. 6
Important Safety Instructions ....................... 6
Mounting the Annotator 300............................ 7
Tabletop Placement..................................... 7
UL Guidelines for Rack Mounted Devices ... 7
Rack Mounting ............................................ 7
SIS Communication and Control ............... 31
Front Panel Configuration Port....................... 31
Ethernet Connection...................................... 31
Ethernet (LAN) Port.................................... 31
Ethernet Cabling........................................ 31
Default IP Addresses ................................. 31
Establishing a Connection.......................... 32
Connection Time-outs ............................... 32
Number of Connections............................. 32
Using Verbose Mode ................................. 32
Host-to-Processor Instructions...................... 32
Processor-Initiated Messages........................ 33
Processor Error Responses ....................... 33
Using the Command/Response Table
for SIS Commands....................................... 34
Symbol Definitions..................................... 34
Command/Response Table for
SIS Commands ........................................ 42
Using the Command/Response Table
for IP SIS Commands................................... 57
Symbol Definitions..................................... 57
Command/Response Table for
Rear Panel Features and Connections........8
Rear Panel Features ........................................ 8
Power and Video Input Connections............ 8
Output, User Interface, and Control
Connections............................................... 9
Installation and Cabling.............................. 10
Powering Up ............................................. 11
Resetting the Unit with the Reset Button ....... 12
Operation ..................................................... 14
Front Panel Overview..................................... 14
The Annotator 300 Menu System.................. 15
Overview of Menus.................................... 15
Using the Menus........................................ 17
User Presets.............................................. 17
Input Configuration .................................... 18
Output Configuration ................................. 19
Advanced Configuration ............................ 20
View Comm Settings ................................. 21
Edit Comm Settings................................... 21
Exit Menu .................................................. 21
Capture/Recall Settings
IP SIS Commands.................................... 60
Product
Configuration Software............................... 63
Installing the Software.................................... 63
Starting the Software..................................... 64
Device Discovery Panel.............................. 64
TCP/IP Panel............................................. 65
Offline Device Preview................................ 66
Using the Software........................................ 67
Device Menu.............................................. 68
Software Menu .......................................... 72
AV Controls Panel.......................................... 74
Configuration Pages...................................... 76
(front panel activated) ............................... 22
Setting the Front Panel Locks
(Executive Modes) ........................................ 24
Enabling or Disabling Executive Mode
2 from the Front Panel.............................. 24
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Input and Output Configuration Page......... 76
EDID Minder Page..................................... 79
Image Settings Page.................................. 81
Signal Sampling panel ............................... 81
Size and Position Page.............................. 84
Annotations Settings Page......................... 85
OSD Settings Page.................................... 88
General Settings Page............................... 90
Accessing the Web Page............................... 92
Accessing the Default Web Page................... 92
Navigating the Default Web Page .................. 93
Communication Settings............................ 93
Input/Output Status................................... 94
Date and Time........................................... 95
Configure This Device................................ 96
Device Info................................................. 96
Passwords................................................. 97
Ethernet Connection................................... 99
Ethernet Link................................................. 99
Ethernet Connection.................................. 99
Default Address......................................... 99
Telnet Tips............................................... 101
Subnetting Basics.................................... 102
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Introduction
This section describes this guide and features of the Annotator 300, including:
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About this User Guide
About the Annotator 300
Features
About this User Guide
This guide contains information to install, configure, and operate the Extron
Annotator 300 HDCP-Compliant Annotation Graphics Processor with DTP Extension.
About the Annotator 300
The Extron Annotator 300 is a high performance, hardware-based annotation processor
that allows a presenter to draw, point, or type over live presentations using a touch display,
graphics tablet, or a keyboard and mouse.
The HDCP-compliant Annotator 300 includes HDMI and DisplayPort inputs, a universal
analog video input, and three simultaneous outputs including two HDMI and a DTP
twisted pair output. It also features advanced Extron video signal processing with a high
performance scaling engine and fast, reliable switching. The DTP twisted pair output
extends HDMI and bidirectional control signals to a DTP receiver over a shielded twisted
pair cable up to 330 feet (100 meters). The Annotator 300 offers a wide range of annotation
tools and controls, all easily accessible by the presenter using an intuitive on-screen GUI.
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Features
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Live annotation capabilities plus high performance scaling and switching —
The Annotator 300 allows a presenter to draw, point, or add text in real-time over live
video and graphics presentations.
Inputs — Includes one HDMI; one DisplayPort; one universal 15-pin HD input for
RGB, component video, S-video, or composite video.
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Outputs — Includes two HDMI, one DTP twisted pair output on RJ-45
Integrated three-input switcher with HDMI, DisplayPort, and universal analog
video inputs — The Annotator 300 delivers fast, reliable input switching between
HDMI, DisplayPort, and analog video sources. The universal auto-detecting analog
video input automatically detects incoming RGB, component video, S-video, or
composite video.
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Three simultaneous video outputs — One DTP twisted pair output and two HDMI
outputs are available for driving three displays.
Integrated DTP output supports transmission of HDMI with embedded audio
and control up to 330 feet (100 meters) over a shielded STP cable — The DTP
output supports digital signal transmission of HDMI with embedded audio and control
up to 330 feet (100 meters) over a shielded STP cable, providing high reliability and
maximum performance on an easily installed cable infrastructure.
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Intuitive graphical annotation interface — A user-friendly on-screen display
enables quick and easy annotation. Essential annotation tools are available for
drawing freehand or lines, adding rectangular or elliptical shapes, typing text,
highlighting an area of an image, pointing to an object on-screen, and using the
screen as a whiteboard. Customization options are available for text and graphics,
including point size and color.
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Hardware-based graphics and video processing — The Annotator 300 features
a fully hardware-based system architecture designed to deliver the performance and
operational reliability essential for mission-critical applications.
Compatible with popular touch displays and graphics tablets — The Annotator
300 supports a wide variety of touch displays and graphics tablets from third-party
manufacturers, and also can be used with a standard keyboard and mouse.
Capture, store, and recall images — An image can be captured as a snapshot
of the live video output, including annotations, and saved to internal memory, a
removable USB flash drive, or a network location for archiving.
Print captured images using a network printer — The Annotator 300 supports
connection to a printer on the network, enabling captured images to be sent directly
to the printer without connecting to a PC.
Configurable Main and Confidence outputs — The outputs can be configured
as separate Main and Confidence outputs with individually controlled visibility of
annotation and OSD graphics.
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HDCP compliant — Fully supports HDCP-encrypted sources, with selectable
authorization for unencrypted content.
Supported HDMI specification features include data rates up to 6.75 Gbps, Deep
Color, and HD lossless audio formats
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Supports DisplayPort input signals at resolutions up to 2560x1600
Compatible with shielded twisted pair cable — The Annotator 300 fully supports
a maximum transmission distance of 330 feet (100 meters) for all compatible
resolutions when used with shielded twisted pair cable. Shielded twisted pair cabling
with solid center conductor sizes of 24 AWG or better is recommended for optimal
performance.
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Extron XTP DTP 24 shielded twisted pair cable is strongly recommended for
optimal performance
Bidirectional RS-232 and IR pass-through for AV device control — Bidirectional
RS-232 control and IR signals can be transmitted alongside the video signal over
the DTP connection, allowing the remote device to be controlled without the need
for additional cabling. Bidirectional control extension eliminates the need for control
system wiring to remote devices.
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Remote powering of DTP receiver — The Annotator 300 can provide remote
power to a DTP receiver over the twisted pair connection, eliminating the need for a
separate power supply at the remote unit.
Compatible with all DTP 230 and DTP 330 Series receivers, and DTP-enabled
products — Enables mixing and matching with desktop and wallplate receivers, as
well as other DTP-enabled products to meet application requirements.
DTP output is compatible with HDBaseT-enabled devices — The DTP output
can be configured to send video and embedded audio, plus bidirectional RS-232 and
IR signals to an HDBaseT-enabled display.
Auto-switching between inputs — Auto-switching allows for simple, unmanaged
installation in locations such as in a lectern or under a conference table. When
multiple inputs are active, the switching priority is configurable.
Auto Input Format Detection — For the universal analog video input, the Annotator
300 detects the incoming signal format, automatically reconfiguring itself to provide
the appropriate decoding and signal processing. This feature can reduce the number
of required outputs for a matrix switcher, lowering system cost while improving
manageability.
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Selectable output rates from 640x480 to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60
and 2K — Available output rates include computer-video up to 1920x1200, HDTV
rates up to 1080p/60, and 2K.
Advanced scaling engine with 30-bit processing and 1080i deinterlacing —
Image scaling and video format conversion are performed at 30-bit precision for
enhanced color accuracy and picture detail. High performance deinterlacing of 1080i
signals from HD sources delivers optimized image quality.
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Key Minder continuously verifies HDCP compliance for quick, reliable
switching — Key Minder authenticates and maintains continuous HDCP encryption
between input and output devices to ensure quick and reliable switching in
professional AV environments, while enabling simultaneous distribution of a single
source signal to one or more displays.
EDID Minder automatically manages EDID communication between
connected devices — EDID Minder ensures that all sources power up properly and
reliably output content for display.
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SpeedSwitch Technology provides exceptional switching speed for HDCP-
encrypted content
Aspect ratio control — The aspect ratio of the video output can be controlled by
selecting a FILL mode, which provides a full screen output, or a FOLLOW mode,
which preserves the original aspect ratio of the input signal.
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HDCP authentication and signal presence confirmation — Provides real-time
verification of HDCP status for each digital video input and output. This allows for
easy signal and HDCP verification through RS-232 or Ethernet, providing valuable
feedback to a system operator or helpdesk support staff.
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HDCP Visual Confirmation provides a green signal when encrypted content
is sent to a non-compliant display — A full-screen green signal is sent when
HDCP-encrypted content is transmitted to a non-HDCP compliant display, providing
immediate visual confirmation that protected content cannot be viewed on the display.
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HDMI to DVI Interface Format Correction — Automatically enables or disables
embedded audio and InfoFrames, and sets the correct color space for proper
connection to HDMI and DVI displays.
Seamless switching — Seamless cut through black and fade through black
transition effects are available to enhance presentations by eliminating distractions
during switching.
Auto-Image setup — When activated, the unit automatically optimizes the image
by analyzing and adjusting to the video input signal. This can save time and effort in
setting up a newly connected source, particularly in presentation environments where
different guest presenter laptops with various output resolutions will be connected.
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Auto Input Memory — When activated, the unit automatically stores size, position,
and picture settings based on the incoming signal. When the same signal is detected
again, these image settings are automatically recalled from memory.
Output Standby Mode — The unit can be set to automatically mute video and sync
output to the display device when no active input signal is detected. This allows the
projector or flat-panel display to automatically enter into standby mode to save energy
and enhance lamp or panel life.
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Power Save Mode — The unit can be placed in a low power standby state to
conserve energy when not in use.
AFL - Accu-RATE Frame Lock — A patented technology exclusive to Extron that
locks the output frame rate to a designated input to eliminate stuttering caused by
frame rate conversion.
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Image freeze control — A live image can be frozen using RS-232 serial control,
USB, Ethernet control, or the annotation GUI.
Picture controls — Available for adjusting brightness, contrast, color, tint, and detail,
as well as horizontal and vertical positioning and sizing.
Quad standard video decoding — A temporal, 3D adaptive comb filter provides
advanced decoding of composite NTSC 3.58, NTSC 4.43, PAL, and SECAM for
integration into systems worldwide.
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User presets — Memory presets are available for each input to store and recall
optimized image settings.
Automatic 3:2 and 2:2 pulldown detection — Advanced film mode processing
techniques that help maximize image detail and sharpness for NTSC, PAL, and
HDTV 1080i sources that originated from film.
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Internal video test patterns for calibration and setup — The unit offers several
video test patterns to facilitate proper system setup and calibration of display devices.
Integrated audio delay — Embedded audio is passed through to all outputs and
automatically delayed to compensate for latency introduced by the video processing.
Front panel security lockout — This feature locks out all front panel functions
except for input selection; all functions however, are available through Ethernet, USB,
or RS-232 control.
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Ethernet monitoring and control — Enables control and proactive monitoring over
a LAN, WAN, or the Internet.
Built-in Web pages — Enables the use of a standard browser for monitoring over an
intuitive Web interface.
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RS-232 control port — Enables the use of serial commands for complete control
and configuration via the Extron Windows®-based control program, or integrated into
a control system. Extron products use the SIS™ - Simple Instruction Set command
protocol, a set of basic ASCII commands that allow for quick and easy programming.
Front panel USB configuration port — Enables easy configuration without having
to access the rear panel.
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Contact closure ports — Can be used for external control of source switching.
RJ-45 signal and link LED indicators for DTP port — Provides a means for
validating signal flow and operation, allowing quick identification of connectivity
issues.
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Easy setup and commissioning with the Extron Product Configuration
Software (PCS) — Conveniently configure multiple products using a single software
application.
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Rack-mountable 1U, full rack width metal enclosure
Includes LockIt HDMI cable lacing brackets
Highly reliable, energy-efficient internal universal power supply — The
100-240 VAC, 50/60 Hz, international power supply provides worldwide power
compatibility with high demonstrated reliability.
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Installation
This section contains installation information for the Extron Annotator 300. It covers the
following subjects:
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UL/Safety Requirements
The Underwriters Laboratories (UL) requirements listed below pertain to the safe
installation and operation of this Annotation Graphics Processor.
Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with a dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician
for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
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Mounting the Annotator 300
If the Annotator 300 is to be rack mounted, it is important to mount it before cabling it.
Four rubber feet are included with the unit. Install the feet only if the unit is to be mounted
on a table top (see “Tabletop Placement” below).
Tabletop Placement
For tabletop placement, install the self-adhesive rubber feet/pads (provided) onto the four
corners of the bottom of the device.
UL Guidelines for Rack Mounted Devices
The following Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the safe installation of
the Annotator 300 in a rack.
1. Elevated operating ambient temperature — If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack
assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack environment may be greater
than room ambient temperature. Therefore, install the device in an environment
compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma = +122 °F, +50 °C) as
specified by Extron.
2. Reduced air flow — Install the equipment in a rack so that the amount of air flow
required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
3. Mechanical loading — Mount the equipment in the rack so that a hazardous condition
is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
4. Circuit overloading — Connect the equipment to the supply circuit and consider the
effect that circuit overloading might have on overcurrent protection and supply wiring.
Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when
addressing this concern.
5. Reliable earthing (grounding) — Maintain reliable grounding of rack-mounted
equipment. Pay particular attention to supply connections other than direct
connections to the branch circuit (for example, use of power strips).
Rack Mounting
Mount the Annotator 300 to a rack using the pre-installed rack ears (see figure 2, left
image), or use an optional MBU 149 mounting kit (part number 70-222-01) for under-the-
desk mounting (see figure 2, right image).
Mounting Screws
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Rack Ears
MBU 149
Mounting Bracket
Figure 2. Mounting the Annotator 300; rack or under-desk mounting.
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Rear Panel
Features and
Connections
This section describes the rear panel features and how to connect the cables.
Rear Panel Features
The illustration below shows the rear panel features of the Annotator 300.
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SIG
LINK
LAN
CONTACT
OVER DTP
HDBT
1
2
RS-232 IR
RS-232
RESET
OUT
DTP
Tx Rx
G
Tx Rx
Tx Rx
G
50/60 Hz
A
D
G
L
B
C
E
F
H I J K
Figure 3. Annotator 300 Rear Panel Features
Power and video input connections
Outputs and control connections
I Reset button and LED
J RJ-45 LAN connector
A AC power connector
E HDMI connectors (2) (HDMI/DVI outputs)
F RJ-45 connector (DTP or HDBaseT
B Universal analog 15-pin HD connector
C HDMI connector (HDMI/DVI inputs)
D DisplayPort connector
output), selectable by switch
K Remote RS-232 3-pole captive
G 5-pole captive screw connector
screw connector
(for DTP RS-232 and IR insert)
L Remote contact closure 3-pole
H USB A connectors (2)
captive screw connector
Power and Video Input Connections
A
AC power connector — After connecting all input and output cables, plug a
standard IEC power cord from a 100 to 240 VAC, 50 Hz to 60 Hz power source
into this receptacle.
Universal analog connector — Connect high resolution computer-video input
signals to this 15-pin HD connector.
B
C
D
HDMI connector — Connect an HDMI or DVI (with an adapter) source to this
HDMI connector.
DisplayPort connector — Connect a suitable DisplayPort source to this
DisplayPort connector.
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Output, User Interface, and Control Connections
HDMI connectors — Connect suitable HDMI or DVI (with an adapter) displays
to these two connectors for HDMI or DVI output.
E
F
RJ-45 connector — Connect the Annotator 300 to a DTP receiver for selectable
DTP or HDBaseT output that supports the digital signal transmission of HDMI
with embedded audio and control up to 330 feet (100 meters) over shielded
twisted pair (STP) cable. Output format is selected by setting the switch
accordingly.
CAUTION: Risk of damage to equipment. DO NOT connect an HDBaseT unit if
using DTP transmission. The power carried over DTP may damage the unit.
ATTENTION: Cela risque d’endommager votre équipement. Ne PAS connecter
une unité HDBaseT si vous utilisez la transmission DTP. L’alimentation transmise
sur DTP peut endommager l’unité.
5-pole captive screw connector — Connect to this for bi-directional RS-232
over DTP and IR insertion.
G
USB A ports — Connect up to twenty touch panel devices (using USB hubs), or
a USB mouse and keyboard to these ports.
H
I
Reset button and LED — This button is used to reset the switcher to any one
of four different states. The LED indicates the status during the procedure.
RJ-45 Ethernet connector — Connect the Annotator 300 to Ethernet LAN or
WAN via this RJ-45 connector. Ethernet control allows the operator to control the
processor from a remote location. When connected to an Ethernet LAN or WAN,
the device can be accessed and operated from a computer running a standard
Internet browser. The Link LED lights green when the Annotator 300 is connected
to an Ethernet LAN, and the Act LED flickers amber, indicating data transmission
as the devices communicate.
J
RS-232 3-pole captive screw connector — This connector provides for
two-way RS-232 communication. Connect a host computer or control system to
this for serial RS-232 or RS-422 control. The default protocol is 9600 baud,
1 stop bit, no parity, and no flow control.
K
L
Remote contact closure 3-pole captive screw connector — Connect a host
device to this 3-pole connector for remote contact closure control.
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Installation and Cabling
Step 1 — Mount the Annotator 300 device
Step 2 — Connect inputs
Connect inputs from video sources to the applicable connectors marked “Inputs”
Step 3 — Connect outputs
to
for connector types).
B D
Connect video output devices to the applicable output connectors marked “Outputs”
Step 4 — Connect user interface devices
to
for connector types).
E G
Connect user interface devices (mouse and keyboard) or touch panels to the
Annotator 300 using either of the rear panel USB ports (see
Alternatively the front panel USB port can also be used to connect a user interface
on page 9).
H
device.
Step 5 — Connect touch panel devices
Via USB A ports — Connect a touch panel device to either port
most devices no configuration is needed.
as desired. For
H
Step 6 — Connect control devices
LAN Ethernet port — Connect to an Ethernet LAN or WAN via this RJ-45 connector
to control the processor from a remote location, using a PC’s Internet browser.
J
Ethernet connection indicator LEDs marked indicate the status of the Ethernet
connection. The green LED lights when connected to an Ethernet LAN, and the
amber LED flickers as the devices communicate.
Remote ports — For serial RS-232 or RS-422 control, or contact closure control,
connect a host computer or control system via the two 3-pole captive screw
connectors
. RS-232 protocol (default values):
K and L
• 9600 baud • 1 stop bit • no parity • 8 data bits • no flow control.
section (page 63 onwards) to install and use the control software.
Step 7 — Connect power
AC power connector — Plug in a standard IEC power cord from a 100 to 240 VAC,
50 - 60 Hz power source into this receptacle
.
A
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Powering Up
When applying power to the Annotator 300, the unit undergoes a start-up self testing
sequence (see image below) and then the LCD displays the default display cycle.
Default display cycle
When in use but not in any menu mode, the LCD screen defaults to cycling through the
input/output configuration currently installed. The displayed content may vary, depending
on the input video signal type. See the figure below for a typical default display cycle.
Apply
Power
20
sec.
LCD display lights (no text)
10
sec.
LCD goes off
10
sec.
INPUTS
2
INPUTS
2
1
1
1
3
sec.
sec.
1
3
sec.
1
3
sec.
60-1316-01
FW v1.0
Extron
ANNOTATOR 300
All input button LEDs momentarily
flash red, then green.
Last active input button LED
remains lit (green).
LCD display lights (with text)
LCD display lights (no text)
LCD display lights (with text)
1
sec.
Default Display Cycle
2
Input #2
60.0kHz 75.0Hz
sec.
Output Rate
1024x768 60.0Hz
NOTE: The input and output rates shown in the default display
cycle may differ, depending on the type of video signal active.
2 sec.
Figure 4. Typical Default Cycle
The default display cycle shows the output resolution and the refresh rates for the
currently selected input.
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Resetting the Unit with the Reset Button
There are three reset modes (numbered 1, 4, and 5 for the sake of comparison with
Extron IPL products) that you can access by pressing the Reset button on the rear panel.
The Reset button is recessed, so use a pointed stylus, ballpoint pen, or Extron Tweeker to
CAUTION: Review the reset modes carefully. Using the wrong reset mode may result
in unintended loss of flash memory programming, port reassignment, or
processor reboot.
ATTENTION: Étudier de près les différents modes de réinitialisation. Appliquer le
mauvais mode de réinitialisation peut causer une perte inattendue de la
programmation de la mémoire flash, une reconfiguration des ports ou une
réinitialisation du contrôleur.
NOTE: The reset modes listed in the table close all open IP and Telnet connections
and close all sockets. Also, each mode is a separate function, not a continuation
from mode 1 to mode 5.
Release Reset button.
Mode 1
2
1
Press and hold
Apply Power
the Reset button.
Release, then immediately
Reset LED flashes once,
press and release again. Reset
Modes 4, and 5
twice, or three times.
LED flashes in confirmation.
Press and hold for
6 or 9 seconds.
Figure 5. Resetting the Annotator 300
NOTES:
• After a mode 1 reset is performed, update the firmware for the Annotator 300
to the latest version. Do not operate the firmware version that results from the
mode 1 reset. If the factory default firmware is to be used, that version must be
uploaded again.
• If you do not want to update firmware, or you performed a mode 1 reset by
mistake, cycle power to the device to return to the firmware version that was
running before the mode 1 reset. Use the 0QSIS command to confirm that the
factory default firmware is no longer running (look for the asterisk [*] following the
version number).
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Annotator Reset Mode Summary
Result
Mode
Activation
Purpose/Notes
Hold down the recessed Reset button
while applying power to the unit
The Annotator 300 reverts to the factory
default firmware. Event scripting does
not start if the device is powered in this
mode. All user files and settings (drivers,
adjustments, IP settings) are maintained.
This mode reverts to the factory
default firmware version if
incompatibility issues arise with
user-loaded firmware.
1
NOTE: After a mode 1 reset is
performed, update the Annotator
300 firmware to the latest version.
Do not operate the firmware
version that results from this
mode reset. If you want to use
the factory default firmware,
you must upload that version
uploading firmware.
NOTE: If you do not want to update
firmware, or you performed a mode
1 reset by mistake, cycle power to
the Annotator 300 to return to the
firmware version that was running
prior to the mode 1 reset. Use the
0QSIS command to confirm that the
factory default firmware is no longer
running (look for asterisks following
the version number.)
NOTE: User-defined web
pages may not work
correctly if using an
earlier firmware version.
Hold down the Reset button for about
6 sec. until the Power LED blinks twice
(once at 3 sec., again at 6 sec.). Then
release and press Reset momentarily (for
<1 sec.) within 1 second.
This mode does the following:
• Enables ARP capability.
• Sets the IP address back to factory
default (192.168.254.254).
• Sets the subnet back to factory default.
• Sets the default gateway address to the
factory default.
• Sets port mapping back to factory
default.
• Turns DHCP off.
This mode enables you to set IP
address information using ARP
and the MAC address.
4
5
NOTE: Nothing happens if the
momentary press does not occur
within 1 second.
• Turns events off.
Hold down the Reset button for about
9 sec. until the Power LED blinks three
times (once at 3 sec., again at 6 sec.,
again at 9 sec.). Then release and press
Reset momentarily (for <1 sec.) within 1
second.
This mode performs a complete reset to
factory defaults (except the firmware).
• Does everything mode 4 does.
• Removes button/touchpanel
configurations.
This mode is useful if you want to
start over with configuration and
uploading, and also to replace
events.
• Resets all IP options.
• Removes scheduling settings.
• Removes/clears all files from the unit.
NOTE: Nothing happens if the
momentary press does not occur
within 1 second.
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Operation
This section of the manual discusses the operation of an Annotator 300 unit and is divided
into four sections:
•
•
•
Front Panel Overview
AUTO
IMAGE
MENU
CAPTURE
INPUTS
ADJUST
1
2
3
USB
CONFIG
ANNOTATOR 300
ANNOTATION GRAPHICS PROCESSOR
RECALL
NEXT
D
A B
E
F
G
C
H
Figure 6. Front Panel Features
Front panel configuration port — Connect a control system or computer to
this mini USB port using an optional USB A Male to USB Mini B Male
Configuration Cable. This port is used for unit configuration and
firmware upgrades.
A
Front panel USB port — Connect an external drive to store or recall captured
images, or connect a user interface device to this port.
B
Special function buttons — These three buttons are:
C E
•
•
•
Capture — Allows the capture and saving of the current image,.
Recall — Allows the user to recall a saved image.
Auto Image — Initiates auto image adjustment on the selected input.
Input buttons and LEDs — These three buttons are used to select and switch
inputs. A lit LED indicates the currently active input.
D
F
G
LCD display — This LCD screen displays two rows of menu, control response,
and configuration text.
Menu navigation buttons — These two buttons give access to menu
•
•
Menu button — This button gives direct access to a series of five menus.
Next button — This button allows page changes within each one of the
menus, and to exit the menu cycle.
Adjustment knobs — These two knobs are used with the menu navigation
buttons to adjust settings.
H
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The Annotator 300 Menu System
The Annotator 300 can be configured using the menu system, via the Extron Simple
Instruction Set (SIS) of commands, or via the Extron Products Configuration Software
(PCS 2.1 or higher) software program, through an RS-232 or LAN connected PC.
The Annotator 300 has six front panel configuration menus: User Presets, Picture Control,
Input Configuration, Output Configuration, Advanced Configuration, and View Comm
Settings. A hidden menu (Edit Comm Settings) is also accessible.
User
Menu
Input
Picture
Control
Output
Menu
Menu
Menu
Presets
Configuration
Configuration
View Comm
Settings
Advanced
Exit Menu
Menu
Menu
Configuration
Press NEXT
Figure 7. The Annotator 300 Front Panel Configuration Menus
Overview of Menus
User Presets
This menu allows the user to save the current image settings to a preset number (1-16),
and recall any saved preset to become the current image settings. Each input has sixteen
user selectable presets.
Picture Control
This menu allows configuration of the following settings for an active input:
Horizontal and vertical centering and sizing, brightness, contrast, tint, color. and detail.
Input Configuration
This menu allows configuration of the following setting for any selected input:
Input type, film detection, vertical and horizontal start points, pixel phase, the number of
Output Configuration
This menu allows configuration of the following settings for the active output:
setting.
Advanced Configuration
This menu allows advanced configuration of the following Annotator 300 settings:
Test Pattern, Calibrate Panels, Auto Image, Aspect Ratio, Auto Memory, Capture/Recall
format, Overscan setting, Switch Effect, Internal Temp (view only), and Reset to Factory
defaults.
View Comm Settings
This menu allows the user to view the following serial and IP settings for the unit:
Serial port baud rate, MAC address, DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) setting,
IP address, subnet mask address, and gateway address
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Edit Comm Settings (hidden)
To display and enter this menu, press and hold the Input 3 button and the Next button
simultaneously. The hidden menu appears.
This menu allows the user to edit the following IP settings:
DHCP mode, IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address.
Exit Menu
At this menu pressing Next exits the menu system and returns to the default cycle.
Input
Output
Menu
View Comm
Settings
Advanced
Menu
User
Picture
Control
Menu
Exit Menu
Menu
Menu
Menu
Configuration
Configuration
Configuration
Presets
Press NEXT
Next
Next
Next
Next
Next
Next
Recall Preset
<NA>
x: Resolution
x:
Input Type
RGB
Test Pattern
Color Bars
x:
H
Center
V
Serial Port
1024x1024 @60Hz
+00000
+00000
9600
RS232
Rotate either to
select a preset to
recall settings.
Rotate
to adjust
Rotate
to adjust
Rotate either to
select Test Pattern.
Rotate to select
video input type.
Next
Resolution value
Rotate to adjust
Refresh rate.
Horiziontal value
Rotate to adjust
Vertical value.
MAC Address
005A6003C24
Next
Next
Next
Next
x:
Film Detect
<Off> On
Next
This is set at the factory
and cannot be changed
in “Edit Comm Settings”
Save Preset
<02>
Calibrate Panels
<NO> YES
HDMI Format
x:
H
Size
V
Rotate to turn
Film Detect on
or off.
x: AUTO
+01365
+00768
Rotate either
menu.
Rotate either to
select Yes or No.
Next
Rotate
to select
to select a preset
to save current
settings to.
Rotate to adjust
output (1 or 2).
Rotate to select
format.
Horiziontal value
Rotate to adjust
Vertical value.
Next
DHCP Mode
On
Next
x:
H
Start
V
Next
Next
128
128
Next
x:
Auto Image
Off
x:
HDCP Note
Rotate to adjust
Vertical Start value.
x: Brit
064*
Cont
*064
Rotate
Brightness value
Rotate to adjust
Contrast value.
IP Address
<Off>
On
Rotate either to turn
Aiuto Image on or off.
192.168.254.254
Rotate either to
turn Note on or off.
to adjust
Next
Next
Next
x:
H
Active
V
Subnet Mask
1024*
*768
255.255.000.000
x:
Aspect Ratio
Fill
Next
Rotate to adjust
Horizontal Start value.
Next
x: Color
064
Tint
064
Rotate either to select
Aspect Ratio mode.
Next
Gateway Address
000.000.000.000
Rotate
Color value
Rotate to adjust
Tint value.
to adjust
x: Tpix
1344*
Phase
16
Next
“Hidden” Menu *
Rotate to adjust
Pixel Phase value.
x: Auto Memory
On
Edit Comm
Settings
Next
Next
Rotate either to turn
Auto Memory on or off.
x:
Detail
064*
Next
x:
EDID
Next
1600x1200
@
60Hz
Rotate either
to adjust Detail
value.
DHCP Mode
<On>
Rotate to adjust
Total Pixel value
(* = default).
Capture/Recall
USB
Rotate either to turn
DHCP mode On or Off.
Rotate either to
select Capture/Recall
format.
Next
NOTE: In the images above, the term “x:” refers to an
input or an output number. For example, if selecting
input 2 with HDMI, for Input Configuration > Input Type,
the display reads:
IP Address
Next
<192>168.254.254
Overscan
Rotate
octet field. Rotate
to change address.
to select
S-video 5.0%
2:
Input Type
HDMI
Rotate
to select
Next
video format.
Rotate to select
value.
NOTE: Press Next to cycle through the submenus.
Press Menu to leave the current menu and go back to
the Main menu.
Subnet Mask
<255>255.000.000
Next
Rotate
to select
octet field. Rotate
to change address.
Switch Type
Fade
*NOTE To activate the hidden menu “Edit Comms”,
press and hold Input 3 and Next button simultaneously.
Next
Rotate either to
select Switch Type
(cut or fade).
Gateway Address
<000>000.000.000
Next
Rotate
to select
octet field. Rotate
to change address.
Temperature
96 35
F
C
Indicates Internal temperature
(not adjustable).
Next
Factory Reset
Hold Auto Img
Press and hold Auto Image
to reset unit to factory settings.
Figure 8. Annotator Menu System Overview
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Using the Menus
To configure the Annotator 300 using any of the menus, do the following:
1. Press the Menu button repeatedly to reach the desired configuration menu.
2. Press the Next button repeatedly to go to the desired submenu.
3. The LCD shows the current values. Observe the LCD and rotate either (or both)
Adjust knob to change the values as desired.
NOTES:
• Pressing the Menu button within any level takes the user back to the current top
level menu.
• When in any menu for approximately 25 seconds and no buttons have been pressed
or Adjust knobs rotated, the unit times out and returns to the default cycle.
User Presets
Within this menu, up to 16 presets can be saved or recalled.
Save a user preset
1. From the default display cycle, press Menu to enter the User Presets submenu.
2. Press Next twice to go to the Save Preset menu.
Save Preset
<N/A>
3. Rotate either front panel Adjust knob ([{) to select a preset
(1 to 16) to save the current settings to. Default setting is <N/A>.
Select <N/A> and press Next to move to the next submenu without saving.
4. Press Next to save the current image settings to the selected preset number.
The Preset is saved and the LCD goes back to the top level User Preset menu.
NOTE: If an existing preset is chosen to save to, the previous settings are overwritten
in favor of the new (current) settings.
Recall a user preset
1. From the default display cycle press Menu to enter the User Presets submenu.
2. Press Next to go to the Recall Preset menu.
Recall Preset
<02>
3. Rotate either front panel Adjust knob ([{) to select a preset
(1 to 16) to recall as the current settings. Default setting is N/A.
Select <N/A> and press Next to move to the next submenu without recalling.
4. Press the Next button. The preset is recalled, the image changes to the recalled
settings, and the LCD goes back to the top level User Preset menu.
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Input Configuration
Within this menu, the inputs can be configured. Each input has different settings
depending on the signal format. Consult the tables below for signal formats per input and
possible adjustments per signal format.
To configure inputs:
1. From the top level Input Configuration menu, press the Next button to bring up the
input selection screen. The active input is displayed on the LCD with current signal
format.
NOTE: If the input shown is not the one to be adjusted, press the desired input
button.
2. With the correct input displayed, rotate the right Adjust knob ([{) to change the
signal format (refer to table below for signal type per input).
Input 1
Input 2
Input 3
*Auto Detect *HDMI/DVI
*DisplayPort
RGB
Auto YUV
RGBcvS
S-video
Composite
Figure 9.
Signal Formats per Input (*= Default Value)
3. Press the Next button to go to the next setting. If necessary, repeat pressing Next
until the desired level is attained. Refer to the table below for adjustable settings for
each signal format.
Input Format RGB YUVp/
HDTV
YUVi
RGBcvS S-vid Composite DVI
HDMI DisplayPort
X X
Film Detect
H Start
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
V Start
Phase
Total Pixels
Active Pixels
Active Lines
EDID
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Figure 10. Adjustments Possible per Signal Format
4. At the desired setting (for example, Horizontal and Vertical Start on
input 1 with a YUVp/HDTV signal, see image at right), rotate both
Adjust knobs ([{) to adjust the settings value as desired (here at
128).
1:
H
128
Start
V
128
5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each setting as desired.
6. When complete, press Menu once or Next repeatedly to return
to the top level menu. Alternatively, allow the unit to time out to return to the default
cycle.
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Output Configuration
Using this menu, resolutions and refresh rates, HDMI format, and HDCP note can be
selected and adjusted for an output. See the table below for resolution and refresh rates.
1. Press Next to bring up the Resolution submenu. In this submenu, the resolution and
refresh rate can be adjusted.
2. Rotate the left front panel Adjust knob ([) to adjust the resolution value, and rotate
the right Adjust knob ({) to adjust the refresh rate.
Resolution 23.98 Hz 24 Hz 25 Hz 29.97 Hz 30 Hz 50 Hz 59.94 Hz *60 Hz
640x480
800x600
1024x768
1280x768
1280x800
1280x1024
1360x768
1366x768
1440x900
1400x1050
1680x1050
1600x1200
1920x1200
480p
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
576p
X
X
X
X
X
720p
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
1080i
1080p
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
2048x1080
* = Default
Figure 11. Output Resolution/Refresh Rate Table
3. Press Next to enter the next submenu, HDMI Format. Within this submenu the output
signal type (Auto, DVI RGB 444, RGB 444 Full, RGB 444 Limited, YUV 444 Full, or
YUV 444 Limited, YUV 422 Full, or YUV 422 Limited) can be selected.
4. Rotate either front panel Adjust knob ([{) to select the output HDMI format.
5. Press Next to enter the next submenu, HDCP Note. Within this submenu, the HDCP
note can be turned Off (default) or On. When the HDCP notification is turned On,
and an HDCP-encrypted input is sent to a display that is non-compliant, a green
background is displayed with a moving message reading “HDCP Content”. If HDCP
notification is Off, a black or muted output is displayed.
6. Rotate either front panel Adjust knob ([{) to turn the note off or on.
7. Press Next or Menu to return to the Output Configuration top level menu.
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Advanced Configuration
Within this menu: a test pattern can be selected to aid setting up the display, connected
touch panel displays can be calibrated, auto imaging, aspect ratio, and auto memory can
be set or turned on or off, the image capture and recall location can be set, the overscan
threshold set, and the switch effect chosen. In addition, the internal temperature can be
read, and the unit can be reset to factory default settings.
1. Within Advanced Configuration, press Nextto enter the first sublevel, Test Pattern.
The following test pattern settings are available (None [no test pattern] is the default):
Crosshatch
Alternating
Pixels
Crosshatch 4x4
Alternating
Lines
Crop
Color Bars
White Field
Grayscale
Ramp
Blue Mode
1.33 Aspect
1.78 Aspect
1.85 Aspect
2.35 Aspect
Figure 12. Available Test Patterns
NOTE: The test patterns may vary based on the output rate selected. For example, if
a 4:3 rate is selected, then the 4:3 crosshatch (32x24) and aspect ratio crop patterns
appear. The raster border is independent of the aspect ratio, always surrounding the
active area of the screen.
2. Press Nextto cycle to the Calibrate Panels submenu.
a. Within the Advanced Configuration menu, select Yesand press Nextto cycle to
Calibrate Panels.
b. Observe all connected touchpanel screens. On all screens a green box appears
at top center. To start the sequence, tap the box on one of the panel screens you
need to calibrate.
c. The box disappears and a crosshatch + appears in the upper left corner. Tap the
screen at the crosshatch.
d. The crosshatch re-appears at the top right corner.
Touch to Start
1
2
Tap the crosshatch. The crosshatch re-appears in the
lower right.
e. Repeat by tapping the crosshatch as it reappears in
each corner, in sequence (see image at right)
and then tap the crosshatch when it appears in the
center of the screen.
5
f. After tapping the fifth (central) crosshatch, the unit
saves the calibration data and restarts the sequence by
showing the green box on all connected touchpanels.
4
3
g. Repeat for each connected touchpanel screen. Press any front panel button to
exit the sequence and save the data.
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3. Press Nextto enter the next sublevel, Auto Image. The current active input and
setting status is displayed. With the applicable input showing, rotate either Adjust
knob ([{) to turn the Auto Imageon or off.
4. Press Nextto enter the next sublevel, Auto Memories, and rotate either Adjust knob
([{) to turn the Auto Memory on or off.
5. Press Nextto enter the next sublevel, Aspect Ratio, and rotate either Adjust knob
([{) to select Fill or Follow.
6. Press Nextto go to the next sublevel, Capture/Recall. Rotate either Adjust knob
([{) to select the location (Internal, USB, or Network) to save or recall captured
images.
7. Press Nextto go to the next sublevel, Overscan. Rotate the left Adjust knob ([) to
set the signal type (RGB, YUV, RGBcvS, S-video, or composite video), and the right
Adjust knob ({) to set the overscan (None, 2.5%, or 5%) for the selected signal type.
8. Press Nextto go to the next sublevel, Switch Type. Rotate either Adjust knob
([{) to select the switch type (Cut or Fade).
9. Press Nextto go to the next sublevel, (internal) Temperature. This is view-only.
10. Press Nextto go to the next sublevel, Factory Reset. Press and hold the front panel
Auto-Image button for 3 seconds to reset the unit to factory defaults.
View Comm Settings
Within this menu the current IP settings are only viewable. To make any adjustments, the
“hidden” Edit Comm Settings menu must be accessed (see below).
1. Press Nextto go through each sublevel to view the following: Serial port (baud rate
and communication type), MAC address (cannot be changed), DHCP status (on or
off), IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address.
2. Press Nextor Menuto return to the View Comm Settings menu.
To enter the “hidden” Edit Comms Settings menu, press and hold in the Input 3 button
and the Nextbutton simultaneously. The Edit Comms Settings menu appears.
Edit Comm Settings
1. Press Nextto go through each sublevel to edit the following: DHCP (on or off), IP
address, subnet mask, and gateway address.
NOTE: The hardware address (the MAC address) is hard coded and cannot be
changed. In edit mode the MAC address is not displayed.
2. At each level, use both Adjust knobs to set new values as desired.
NOTES:
• For IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address settings, the left Adjust
knob moves between octets and the right Adjust knob changes the values.
• When already connected to a remote PC via LAN, changing the IP address
can result in the loss of connection.
• The Annotator 300 default IP address is 198.162.254.254.
3. Press Menuto exit the Edit Comm Settings menu, saving the new settings.
Exit Menu
Within this menu press Nextto exit the menu system and return to the default display
cycle.
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Capture/Recall Settings (front panel activated)
A snapshot of the currently displayed image (including annotations) can be captured and
saved to the Annotator 300 memory using the front panel Capture/Recall button, the
Next button, and the two Adjust knobs. This image or any other saved image can then be
recalled and output to the active display at a later time.
To capture an image:
1. Press the Capturebutton. The LCD displays “To Confirm....Press Next”.
2. Press Nextto confirm and to enter the Capture process. The LCD displays
“Capturing Image: <filename>”.
When the image is saved the LCD reverts to the default menu cycle.
NOTE: Custom image names can be used when image captures are initiated
using the appropriate SIS commands.
Step 1
CAPTURE
LCD screen displays
Press
To Confirm...
Press Next
RECALL
Step 2
MENU
LCD screen displays
Capturing Image
<filename>
Press
NEXT
LCD screen displays
Captured
<filename>
Figure 13. Sequence for Capturing an Image
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To recall an image:
1. Press and release the Recallbutton. The LCD displays “Recall Image <None>”.
2. Use either Adjust knob to scroll through the saved images to the desired image.
3. Press Nextto Recall the image. The LCD displays “Recalling: <filename>”.
When the image is fully downloaded, the LCD displays the name of the image and
“Recalled”, (for example, “IMG05.bmp Recalled”). The recalled image is displayed on
the active display.
Step 1
CAPTURE
LCD screen displays
Recall Image
<None>
Press
RECALL
Step 2
LCD screen displays
ADJUST
Rotate either
Recall Image
Adjust knob.
IMG05.BMP
Step 3
MENU
LCD screen displays
Recalling Image
IMG05.BMP
Press
NEXT
LCD screen displays
Recalled
IMG05.BMP
Figure 14. Sequence for Recalling an Image
To remove an image from the display:
1. Press and release the Recallbutton. The LCD displays “Recall Image <None>”.
2. Press Next. The LCD displays “Recall: <None>”. The current image is removed from
the display, but not from the Annotator 300 memory. To recall the image follow the
steps described in the “To recall an image” section above.
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Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes)
The Annotator 300 has two levels of front panel security lock that limit the operation
of the device from the front panel.
Executive mode 0 (disabled) — The front panel is fully unlocked. This is the default
setting.
Executive mode 1 (enabled) — The front panel is completely locked. This mode can
Executive mode 2 (enabled) — The front panel is locked except for input switching and
Auto Image.
Enabling or Disabling Executive Mode 2 from the Front Panel
NOTES:
• If the Annotator 300 is in Executive mode 0 (unlocked), this procedure
enables mode 2 (locked).
• If it is in Executive mode 2, this procedure enables mode 0 (unlocks the unit).
Press and hold the Menu and Next buttons to enable or disable the Executive Mode.
MENU
Executive Mode 2
Enabled
Press and
hold for about
2 seconds.
LCD screen
displays either
OR
Executive Mode
Disabled
NEXT
Figure 15. Turning Executive Mode On or Off
When either Executive mode is enabled and a front panel action is attempted (other than
input switching and Auto Image), the LCD displays the status for 2 seconds.
Executive mode 2 can also be enabled or disabled by SIS commands. See the “SIS
Communication and Control” section, for SIS commands.
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On Screen
Annotation
This section of the manual discusses on screen annotation and is in four sections:
•
•
•
•
The Annotator 300 is a high performance, hardware-based annotation processor for video
and computer-video sources. Annotating over motion video or still images is possible
using common touchscreen panels, and a standard keyboard and/or mouse. The
touchscreen panels are connected by USB, and device drivers can be uploaded to ensure
compatibility with the Annotator 300. For a full list of compatible panels visit
Touch Panel Configuration
If a USB touchpanel is part of the system, confirm the panel is supported by the firmware
on the Annotator 300 by reviewing the compatibility list available on the product page
firmware, a supporting module must be uploaded to the Annotator 300 using PCS version
2.1 (or greater).
1. Connect to the Annotator 300 using the PCS 2.1 software.
2. From the icon ribbon, click on and open the Annotation Settingspage.
3. In the Installed USB Devicessection, click Add. The Add a USB Device
dialog box opens.
4. Find the touchpanel device in the list of available modules, or:
if the device is not present in the list but is available from the Extron website,
click on Check for Updates.
5. Select the module that supports your touchpanel and click Add. The dialog box
closes and the selected touchpanel is now listed in the Installed USB Devices
section.
To remove an installed touchpanel:
1. Connect to the Annotator 300 using the PCS software.
2. From the icon ribbon, click on and open the Annotation Settingspage.
3. In the Installed USB Dvicessection, select the installed USB device to be
removed, and click Remove. A Remove USB Deviceconfirmation dialog box
opens.
4. Click Removeto remove the installed device, or click Cancelto exit the action
without removing the device.
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USB Port Connections
Touchpanels can be connected via the two rear panel USB ports. By connecting multiple
USB hubs (see figure 20), up to 20 devices can be connected.
A number of common touchpanels are automatically supported. A mix of size and vendor
types can be connected simultaneously, but unsupported devices may cause adverse
affects. For a full list of compatible panels visit www.extron.com.
The USB ports also support standard USB keyboards and mice.
Using a suitable USB A cable, connect a touchscreen device or hubs to the either of the
two USB A ports on the rear panel of the Annotator 300. Do not connect more than three
hubs in line (three deep).
NOTE: The Annotator 300 has one hub built into the product.
Annotator 300
USB #1
1 2 3 4
Hubs
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4
Figure 16. Connect USB Hubs for Multiple Devices
Touchscreen Calibration
If a touchpanel screen is attached to the Annotator 300, the touch accuracy can be
calibrated using the Calibrate Panels setting in the Advanced configuration menu.
1. Within the Advanced Configuration menu, select Yesand press Nextto cycle to
Calibrate Panels.
Observe all connected touchpanel screens. On all screens a green box appears at
top center. To start the sequence, tap the box on one of the panel screens you need
to calibrate.
Touch to Start
1
2
5
4
3
Figure 17. Sequence of Cross Positions for Setting the Touch Accuracy of a
Screen
2. The box disappears and a crosshatch + appears in the upper left corner. Tap the
screen at the crosshatch.
3. The crosshatch re-appears at the top right corner. Tap the crosshatch. The
crosshatch re-appears in the lower right.
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4. Repeat by tapping the crosshatch as it reappears in each corner, in sequence (see
Figure 17 on previous page) and then tap the crosshatch when it appears in the
center of the screen.
5. After tapping the fifth (central) crosshatch, the unit saves the calibration data and
restarts the sequence by showing the green box on all connected touchpanels.
6. Repeat for each connected touchpanel screen. Press the front panel button Nextto
exit the sequence and save the data.
Annotation Overview
The Annotator 300 output has the capability to include a graphical tool bar which is used
for annotation. The tool bar can be enabled or disabled as desired. When enabled, the
tool bar is visible down the right side of the display and allows selection of the following:
Inputs selection, Pointer, Auto Image, Freehand, Line, Arrow, Rectangle, Ellipse, Text,
Highlighter, Size select, Eraser, Color, Fill, Undo, Redo, Clear, Tools - Capture, Freeze,
Mute, Whiteboard, Spotlight, Zoom, and Pan.
Figure 18. Annotation Menu Examples
When clicking on the tool bar arrow
, the tool bar slides in from the right side, and
can be accessed through a touch screen, or by using a standard mouse and/or keyboard
attached to the rear or front USB ports.
The tool bar disappears (hides) after a user-specified time-out.
If the time-out is set to zero, the tool bar remains on-screen indefinitely.
The time out can be set via the PCS software (see the PCS product specific help file)
details).
NOTE: All on screen annotations are lost when power to the Annotator 300 is
recycled.
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Default Annotation Buttons
Input selection — Selecting this button opens a pop-up palette
displaying the three inputs of the Annotator 300. Selecting any
input button switches the display to that input.
Pointer — Selecting this button changes the cursor to an extra-
large arrow of the currently selected color.
Auto-Image — On selection of this button, the unit performs an
auto image (automatic sizing, centering, and filtering to optimize
the output image on the currently selected input). A secondary
button appears to the left of the Auto Image button to confirm the
action is desired.
Freehand — Selecting this button allows the user to draw freely
on the display screen.
Line — Selecting this button allows the user to create a straight
line between two points.
Arrow — Selecting this button allows the user to create a straight
line between two points with an arrow at the end point.
Rectangle — Selecting this button allows the user to create a
rectangle with edges parallel to the raster.
Ellipse — Selecting this button allows the user to create an ellipse
between the primary and the opposite corners of a non-drawn
rectangle.
Text — Selecting this button allows the user to create on-screen
text with a keyboard connected to the rear USB port. Text
insertion begins either at the mouse operated cursor point, or
where the screen is touched. If no insertion point is defined, then
text is inserted at the end point of the previously active function.
Highlighter — Selecting this button allows the user to highlight
the video information, not the annotation.
Size — Select this button to adjust size of text and/or line weight
(not linked), after selecting a drawing or text function, such as line,
rectangle, or text. A secondary palette opens displaying either line
weight or text point size depending on the active function. From
the secondary palette, select the desired size button. Functions
this applies to are Text, Line, Arrow, Freehand, Highlighter, Arrows,
Rectangle, Ellipse, and Eraser.
Eraser — Select this to erase any non saved annotations on the
screen.
Color — Select this button to choose the color of any drawing
function (fill or outline), text, or pointer color. On selection, a
secondary palette opens with 16 color swatches. Select a color
as desired. The active function now uses the selected color.
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Fill — Selecting this button in conjunction with selecting the
rectangle or ellipse button, allows the user to draw a solid shape
filled with the currently selected color.
Undo — Selecting this allows the user to undo the last 15
Completed annotations or undo a Clear action.
Redo — If selected while using the Undo function, it recreates the
last undone annotation.
Clear — Selecting this clears the screen of all unsaved
annotations, and can be undone with the Undo function.
Tools — Selecting the Tools button opens a secondary palette
containing the following advanced tools: Capture, Freeze, Mute,
Whiteboard, Spotlight, Zoom, and Pan. On selection of any tool,
the secondary palette closes. To reopen the palette, click on the
Tools button.
Capture — Select this to take a snapshot image of the current
program output, including annotations (but not any open On-
Screen Display palettes). This captured image can be saved to the
Annotator 300 memory for later recall.
Freeze — Select this to freeze the live video. To unfreeze the
video, reselect this button or switch inputs.
Mute — Select this to mute the video input and display a black
screen. Annotations and menus are still visible. To unmute the
video, reselect the Mute button, or select the Whiteboard tool, or
switch inputs.
Whiteboard — Select this to create a white canvas for
annotations. No input video image is visible. To remove the white
canvas, reselect the Whiteboard button, select mute, or switch
inputs.
Spotlight — Select this to create an ellipse to focus on a specific
area of the screen, while the outer area’s brightness is greatly
reduced. The shape and size of the ellipse is adjustable by
dragging the cursor while outside of it, to any point. The ellipse
can be moved to any point by dragging the cursor while within the
ellipse.
Zoom — Select this to zoom in to a specific area of the screen.
Using the cursor, create a rectangle at the desired area and the
Annotator 300 zooms in to view that area. If the boundaries of
the area are beyond the zoom capabilities, then the view will not
change. To zoom out draw a small rectangle (<100 pixels, ~1 inch
x 1 inch) and the normal view is restored.
Pan — Selecting this while in zoom mode, allows the user to
move the focus to a new area. Place the cursor on a zoomed
image and drag to the desired area.
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NOTES:
• For Freehand, Line, Arrow, and Highlighter functions, the start point is
where the screen is touched (by finger or stylus), or where the cursor
starts when holding down the primary mouse button. The finish point is
where the stylus or finger is lifted from the screen, or at the point where
the mouse button is released.
• For all drawn annotations, line color and weight are adjustable.
• For Rectangle and Ellipse functions, the primary corner is where the
screen is first touched (by finger or stylus), or where the cursor starts
when holding down the primary mouse button. The opposite corner is
where the stylus or finger is lifted from the screen, or at the point where
the mouse button is released. Unless the fill option is also selected, only
the rectangle or ellipse outline is drawn.
• Eraser and Highlighter size, text size, and line weight have discrete size
settings.
• A drawn, unfilled shape cannot be filled afterwards, and vice versa.
• A completed annotation is defined by lifting the finger or stylus from the
touchscreen, pressing the keyboard Enter key, or releasing the primary
mouse button.
• Using SIS commands, the Capture tool can be customized to send out
an unsolicited response, indicating an image is ready to be streamed
directly to an external PC.
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SIS
Communication
and Control
The Annotator 300 can be operated and configured using Simple Instruction Set (SIS)
commands input via a PC or control system connected to either the front panel USB
,
J H
Front Panel Configuration Port
The USB mini B port is located on the front panel. It is used to connect to a host
computer for configuration using SIS commands with DataViewer or for updating firmware
with the Firmware Loader utility. Both are available at www.extron.com.
Ethernet Connection
Ethernet (LAN) Port
The rear panel Ethernet connector on the unit can be connected to an Ethernet LAN or
WAN. Communications between the unit and the controlling device is via Telnet (a TCP
socket using port 23). The TCP port can be changed if necessary. This connection makes
SIS control of the unit possible using a computer connected to the same LAN or WAN.
Ethernet Cabling
The Ethernet cable can be terminated as a straight-through cable or a crossover cable
section on page 106, for cable termination details.
Default IP Addresses
To access the Annotator 300 via the Ethernet port, you need the Extron IP address and
may need the subnet mask and the gateway address. If the IP address has been changed
to an address comprised of words and characters, the actual numeric IP address can be
106 for more details). If the addresses have not been changed, the factory-specified
defaults are:
IP address: 192.168.254.254, subnet mask: 255.255.0.0, gateway address: 0.0.0.0
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Establishing a Connection
Establish a network connection to the processor as follows:
1. Open a TCP socket to port 23 using the processor’s IP address.
NOTE: If the local system administrators have not changed the value, the factory-
specified default, 192.168.254.254, is the correct value for this field.
The processor responds with a copyright message including the date, the name of the
product, firmware version, part number, and the current date/time.
NOTES:
• If the processor is not password-protected, the device is ready to accept SIS
commands immediately after it sends the copyright message.
• If the processor is password-protected, a password prompt appears below
the copyright message.
2. If the processor is password protected, enter the appropriate administrator or user
password.
•
•
If the password is accepted, the processor responds with Login User or
Login Administrator.
If the password is not accepted, the Password prompt reappears.
Connection Time-outs
The Ethernet link times out after a designated period of time of no communications. By
default, this time-out value is set to five minutes but the value can be changed.
NOTE: Extron recommends leaving the default time-out at five minutes and
periodically issuing the Query (Q) command to keep the connection active. If there
are long idle periods, Extron recommends disconnecting the socket and reopening
the connection when another command must be sent.
Number of Connections
The Annotator 300 can have up to 200 simultaneous TCP connections, including all HTTP
sockets and Telnet connections. When the connection limit is reached, the processor
accepts no new connections until some have been closed. No error message or indication
is given that the connection limit has been reached. To maximize performance of an IP
Link device, the number of connections should stay low and unnecessary open sockets
should be closed.
Using Verbose Mode
Telnet connections to the processor can be used to monitor for changes that occur on the
processor, such as front panel operations and SIS commands from other Telnet sockets
or a serial port. For a Telnet session to receive change notices from the processor, the
Telnet session must be in verbose mode 1 or 3. In verbose mode 1 or 3, the Telnet socket
reports changes in messages that resemble SIS command responses.
Host-to-Processor Instructions
SIS commands consist of one or more characters per command field. They do not
require any special characters to begin or end the command character sequence. Each
processor response to an SIS command ends with a carriage return and a line feed (CR/
LF = ]), which signals the end of the response character string. A string is one or more
characters.
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Processor-Initiated Messages
When a local event such as a front panel operation occurs, the processor responds by
sending a message to the host. The processor-initiated messages are listed below.
With an Internet connection:
(c) Copyright 2014, Extron Electronics, ANNOTATOR 300, Vx.xx,
60-1316-01]
Ddd, DD MMM YYYY HH:MM:SS (day, date time. Tue, 14 Jun 2014 14:43:17)
The processor initiates the copyright message when powered on or when connection via
Internet protocol (IP) is established. Vx.xx is the firmware version number.
]Password:
The processor initiates the password message immediately after the copyright message
when the controlling system is connected using TCP/IP or Telnet and the processor is
password protected. The processor requires an administrator or user level password
before performing the commands entered.
NOTE: Password prompt is re-displayed if an incorrect password is entered.
]Login Administrator]and ]Login User]
The processor initiates the login message when a correct administrator or user password
has been entered. If the user and administrator passwords are the same, the processor
defaults to administrator privileges.
Reconfig]
The processor sends the Reconfig message whenever any change of the input frequency,
video format, or audio format; on the currently selected input is detected.
NOTE: Response is seen via verbose connections only.
Exen]
The processor initiates the Exe message when executive mode is toggled on or off from
the front panel. “n” is the executive mode status: 1 = on, 0 = off.
HplgOx]
The processor initiates the SIS response that is broadcast upon detection of a Hot Plug
event on output x.
Processor Error Responses
When the Annotator 300 receives an SIS command and determines that it is valid, it
performs the command and sends a response to the host device. If the processor is
unable to perform the command because the command is invalid or contains invalid
parameters, the processor returns an error response to the host. The error response
codes are:
E01 — Invalid input channel number (out of range)
E10 — Invalid command
E11 — Invalid preset number
E22 — Busy
E24 — Privilege violation
E25 — Device not present
E26 — Maximum number of
connections exceeded
E27 — Invalid event number
E28 — Bad filename/file not
found
E12 — Invalid port number
E13 — Invalid parameter (out of range)
E14 — Command not available for this configuration
E17 — Invalid command for this signal type
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Using the Command/Response Table for SIS Commands
The command/response table follows this section. Lowercase letters are acceptable
in the command field except where indicated. The table below shows the hexadecimal
equivalent of ASCII characters used in the command/response tables.
ASCII to HEX Conversion Table
space
•
Figure 19. ASCII to Hexadecimal Conversion
Symbols are used throughout the table to represent variables in the command/response
fields. Command and response examples are shown throughout the table.
Symbol Definitions
]= Carriage return with line feed
|or }= Carriage return with no line feed
• = Space
Eor W = Escape key
NOTE: If unit does not support or recognize the entered commands, nothing will
happen and no response is issued.
X!= Input selection, 1 to 3
X@= Output selection:
0 = All outputs (Only available for Video Mute)
1 = Output 1 Only (HDMI)
2 = Output 2A Only (HDMI)
3 = Output 2B Only (DTP)
X#= Input video format:
0 = Auto Detect (Default)
1 = RGB
2 = Auto YUV
3 = RGBcvS
4 = S-Video
5 = Composite
6 = HDMI/DVI
7 = DisplayPort
X$= H/V start — 0 to 255 (default midpoint = 128, translates to the default value in the
input lookup tables)
X%= Detected Input Video Format:
0 = No signal present
1 = RGB
5 = Composite
6 = DVI
2 = Auto YUV
3 = RGBcvS
4 = S-Video
7 = HDMI
8 = DisplayPort
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X^= Pixel phase — 0 to 63 (default = 31)
X&= Total pixels — ( 512 of the default value)
X*= Active pixels — ( 512 of the default value)
X(= Active lines — ( 512 of the default value)
X1)= Off/disable (0) or on/enable (1)
X1!= Input standard:
0 = No signal 3 = SECAM
1 = NTSC
- = N/A (when input is set to a high resolution signal format)
2 = PAL
X1@= Internal temperature (in degrees Celsius)
X1#= Horizontal and vertical frequencies (format is three digit with single decimal
and leading zeros for example, 075.3)
X1$= Text label – up to 16 characters
NOTE: User and input presets saved without a name will be saved with default “USER
PRESET XX” or “INPUT PRESET XXX” (for example. “USER PRESET 11” or “INPUT
PRESET 005”.
X1%= Picture adjustment — 0 to 127 (default 64)- (Three digit response – 0 padding)
X1^= H or V position (range -11000 to +11000)
X1&= H or V size (range 10 to 11000)
X1*= Text string up to 32 characters drawn from the alphabet (A-Z), digits (0-9), minus
sign/hyphen (-). No blank or space characters are permitted as part of a name.
No distinction is made between upper and lower case. The first character must be
an alpha character. The last character must not be a minus sign/hyphen
X2)= Test patterns:
0 = off (default)
1 = Crop
8 = ramp
9 = white field
2 = alternating lines
3 = alternating pixels
4 = crosshatch
5 = 4x4 crosshatch
6 = color bars
10 = 1.33 aspect ratio
11 = 1.78 aspect ratio
12 = 1.85 aspect ratio
13 = 2.35 aspect ratio
14 = blue mode
7 = grayscale
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X2!= Scaler resolution:
NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, resolutions below are all at a 60 Hz refresh rate.
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2048x1080 @ 25 Hz
2048x1080 @ 29.97 Hz
2048x1080 @ 30 Hz
2048x1080 @ 50 Hz
2048x1080 @ 59.94 Hz
2048x1080 @ 60 Hz
Custom output rate 1
Custom output rate 2
Custom output rate 3
800x600
720p @ 29.97 Hz
720p @ 30 Hz
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1024x768
50
1280x768
720p @ 50 Hz
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1280x800
720p @ 59.94 Hz
720p @ 60 Hz (default)
1080I @ 50 Hz
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1280x1024
1360x768
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201
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1366x768
1080I @ 59.94 Hz
1080I @ 60 Hz
1440x900
1400x1050
1600x900
1080p @ 23.98 Hz
1080p @ 24 Hz
1680x1050
1600x1200
1920x1200
480p @ 59.94 Hz
480p @ 60 Hz
576p @ 50 Hz
720p @ 23.98 Hz
720p @ 24 Hz
1080p @ 25 Hz
1080p @ 29.97 Hz
1080p @ 30 Hz
1080p @ 50 Hz
1080p @ 59.94 Hz
1080p @ 60 Hz
2048x1080 @ 23.98 Hz
2048x1080 @ 24 Hz
X2@= EDID emulation:
NOTE: Unless otherwise indicated, resolutions below are all at a 60 Hz refresh rate.
0
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
Automatic; match current output resolution (LCD reads “MATCH OUTPUT”)
Output #1 (HDMI Connector)
1
2
Output #2A (HDMI Connector)
3
Output #2B (DTP Connector)
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
640x480
29
30
31
32
33
34
35
36
37
38
39
40
41
42
43
44
45
46
47
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
720p @ 25 Hz
48
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
=
2048x1080 @ 25 Hz
2048x1080 @ 29.97 Hz
2048x1080 @ 30 Hz
2048x1080 @ 50 Hz
2048x1080 @ 59.94 Hz
2048x1080 @ 60 Hz
2560x1440 @ 60 Hz
2560x1600 @ 60 Hz
Custom EDID
800x600
720p @ 29.97 Hz
720p @ 30 Hz
49
1024x768
50
1280x768
720p @ 50 Hz
51
1280x800
720p @ 59.94 Hz
720p @ 60 Hz (default)
1080I @ 50 Hz
52
1280x1024
1360x768
53
81
1366x768
1080I @ 59.94 Hz
1080I @ 60 Hz
82
1440x900
201
202
203
1400x1050
1600x900
1080p @ 23.98 Hz
1080p @ 24 Hz
Custom EDID
Custom EDID
1680x1050
1600x1200
1920x1200
480p @ 59.94 Hz
480p @ 60 Hz
576p @ 50 Hz
720p @ 23.98 Hz
720p @ 24 Hz
1080p @ 25 Hz
1080p @ 29.97 Hz
1080p @ 30 Hz
1080p @ 50 Hz
1080p @ 59.94 Hz
1080p @ 60 Hz
2048x1080 @ 23.98 Hz
2048x1080 @ 24 Hz
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X2$= EDID Table; 128 or 256 Bytes.
X2%= User presets — 1 to 16
X2^= Input presets — 1 to 128
X2*= On-screen menu/cursor time-out (default = 10) /Output sync time-out
(default = 501-never),
0 = Menu/cursor never times out/output sync is instantly disabled with no active
input
1 to 500, in 1 second increments,
501 = output sync never times out
X2(= Executive mode status
0 = Off / disabled (default)
1 = Exe Mode 1 - Complete front panel lockout
2 = Exe Mode 2 - Partial front panel lockout (only input selection and Auto-Image
are still available
X3*= Overscan (Applied only to SMPTE [NTSC/PAL, 480p – 1080p] input rates)
0 = 0.0% (Default for RGB, HDMI, DisplayPort)
1 = 2.5% (Default for YUV Auto, RGBcvS, S-Video, and Composite video)
2 = 5.0%
X3(= Aspect ratio
1 = Fill (fills entire output raster) (default)
2 = Follow (follows input native aspect ratio)
X4)= Screen Saver modes
1 = Black screen (Default)
2 = Blue output
X4@= Video Mute
0 = Unmute video/sync
1 = Mute video to black
2 = Mute video and sync
X4#= Auto-Image Threshold Value
0 (black) through 100 (white), default = 25
X4$= HDCP status
0 = No sink or source device detected
1 = Sink or source detected with HDCP
2 = Sink or source detected but no HDCP is present
X4%= Video Switching Effect
0 = Cut
1 = Fade through Black
X4^= HDCP Mode
0 = AUTO – HDMI output is only encrypted when viewing an encrypted input –
slower switching (default)
1 = ON – HDMI output is always encrypted regardless of input selection –
faster switching
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X4*= HDMI Output Format:
0 = auto (based on the display EDID: default)
1 = DVI RGB 444
2 = RGB 444 Full
3 = RGB 444 Limited
4 = YUV 444 Full
5 = YUV 444 Limited
6 = YUV 422 Full
7 = YUV 422 Limited
X4(= Auto Output Format Status:
0 = Output not connected
1 = DVI RGB 444
2 = RGB 444 Full
3 = RGB 444 Limited
4 = YUV 444 Full
5 = YUV 444 Limited
6 = YUV 422 Full
7 = YUV 422 Limited
X5)= Annotation type:
0 = eraser
7 = rectangle
1 = pointer
8 = text tool
2 = freehand
3 = highlighter
4 = vector line
9 = spotlight
10 = zoom tool
11 = pan tool
5 = arrow line (arrow appears at the endpoint of the vector)
6 = ellipse
X5!= Font selection — 16 character file name including *.TTF extension,
0 = default font (DeJaVuSans)
X5@= Font size — 8 to 63 point font (default = 18 pt)
X5#= Line color — 6 bit RGB, 64 total colors
000000 = Black
010000 = Dark red (33%)
100000 = Medium red (66%)
Format:
011011
110000 = Bright red (100%)
Red Green Blue
Value Value Value
001100 = Bright green (66%)
000011 = Bright blue (default)
111111 = White
010101 = Dark gray (33%)
X5$= Line weight, eraser, or highlighter width — 1 to 63 pixels wide (default = 8)
X5^= On-screen clock:
0 = disabled (default)
1 = date and time
2 = time only
3 = date only
X5&= Annotation coordinates — 8 digit number with first four being the X coordinate,
the last four the Y coordinate, limits = 1000,1000. Fixed for any output rate.
Example, (0,0) = 00000000 = top left; (500,500) = 05000500 = screen center.
X5*= Audio input type
0 = None – Input muted (EDID has no CEA extension)
1 = LPCM-2Ch (LPCM-2Ch audio requested from source via EDID)
2 = Full Digital (allows any digital audio format from source via EDID)
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X5(= All ports (0), USB device (1-64)
X6!= Video Signal Status
0 = Video / TMDS signal not detected
1 = Video / TMDS signal detected
X6@= Power Save modes
0 = Full Power mode (Default)
1 = Low Power state
X6#= Screen Saver Status
0 = Active Input; timer not running
1 = No active input; timer is running; output sync still active
2 = No active input; timer has expired; output sync disabled
X6$= File location
0 = Internal Flash
1 = Image Quick Capture PC (requires Image Quick Capture software)
2 = Attached USB drive (Only ONE USB drive can be connected)
3 = Network location (location must be configured or E25 will be issued)
X6%= Image Capture File Format
1 = JPG
2 = BMP (default)
X6&= Network folder path (spaces not allowed)
Example: 10.13.198.131/AnaheimCourt/Room20
X6* = Printer URI address
Example: lpd://197.168.254.201
NOTES:
• “lpd” must be lower case
• Contact your IT department to determine if your printer supports postscript
printing via LPD.
X6(= Auto Annotation Clear
0 = Disabled (default)
1 = Clear after an input switch
2 = Clear after an input switch or when a new input frequency is detected
X7!= Output Group Selection
0 = All outputs (Default)
1 = Output 1 Only (HDMI)
2 = Output 2A and 2B Only (HDMI & DTP)
3 = None
X7@= White/Blackboard status
0 = Disabled (Default)
1 = Whiteboard is enabled
2 = Blackboard is enabled
X7#= Auto Switch Mode
0 = Disable (Default)
1 = Gives priority to the highest numbered active input
2 = Gives priority to the lowest numbered active input
X7$= DTP Output Format
0 = DTP format (Default)
1 = HDBaseT Format
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X7%= Keyboard Locale Selection
1033 = US Keyboard layout (Default)
1031 = German Keyboard layout
1034 = Spanish Keyboard layout
1036 = French Keyboard layout
2057 = Great Britain Keyboard layout
X7^ = Filename/prefix name without extension (12 characters)
X7& = Filename with extension
X7*= Configuration type
0 = IP config (ip.cfg)
1 = Event config (event.cfg)
2 = Box specific parameters (box.cfg)
X7(= Number of copies to print (printer quantity): 1-50 (default = 1)
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Input Switching and Configuration
Input selection
Select input
X!!
!
InX!]
X!]
Select video from input X!.
View currently selected input source.
View current input
Input video format
Set format
}
EX!*X#ITYP
ITypX!*X#*X%]
X#*X%]
Set input X!to video format X#.
Detected format X% is also reported in
response
View format
}
EX!ITYP
View video format of input X!.
Detected format X% is also reported in
response
View input standard
}
EX!ISTD
X!*X1!]
ISTD X!*X1!]
View video standard X1! for input X!.
Verbose mode (2/3)
(tagged response in verbose
mode 2/3)
Input EDID
Specify an EDID value
}
}
EAX!*X2@EDID
EAX!EDID}
EdidX!*X2@]
Set EDID resolution and refresh X2@
for input X!.
View EDID resolution and refresh X2@
for input X!.
View EDID value
X2@]
EdidAX!*X2@]
EdidSX@*X2@]
Verbose mode (2/3)
Save an outputs EDID
ESX@*X2@EDID
Set output X@ EDID to X2@.
(Valid for X2@ = 201, 202, 203 only,
and X@ = 1, 2 and 3 only.)
Export EDID file
Import an EDID file
Exports EDID table X2$.
EEX2@,EDID}
EIX2@,X2$EDID}
X2$]
EdidIX2@]
Imports user defined EDID to X2@
(valid for X2@ = 201, 202, 203 only).
Auto-Image
Enable auto image
X!*1A
X!*0A
ImgX!*1]
ImgX!*0]
Enable Auto image for input X!(only
available for input 1).
Disable auto image
Turn off auto image for input X! (only
available for input 1).
Execute auto image
Execute and Fill
Execute auto image for current input.
A
Img0]
Img1]
Execute auto image and fill entire
output.
1*A
Execute and Follow
View auto image
Execute auto image and follow the
input’s aspect ratio.
2*A
Img2]
X!A
X1)]
View auto image setting for input X!.
NOTE:
X! = Input selection; 1 – 3
X@= Output selection: 0 = All outputs (Only available for Video Mute), 1 = Output 1 Only (HDMI),
2 = Output 2A Only (HDMI), 3 = Output 2B Only (DTP)
X# = Input video format; 0 = Auto detect (default), 1 = RGB, 2 = Auto YUV, 3 = RGBcvS, 4 = S-video,
5 = Composite video, 6 = HDMI/DVI, 7 = DisplayPort
X%= Detected Input Video Format: 0 = No signal present, 1 = RGB, 2 = Auto YUV, 3 = RGBcvS, 4 = S-Video,
5 = Composite, 6 = DVI, 7 = HDMI, 8 = DisplayPort
X1)
= 0 (off/disable), 1 (on/enable)
X1!= Input standard: 0 = No signal, 1 = NTSC, 2 = PAL, 3 = SECAM, - = N/A (when input is set to a high
resolution signal format)
X2$= EDID Table; 128 or 256 Bytes.
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Command/Response Table for SIS Commands
Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Auto-Image threshold value
NOTE: Luminosity value which the processor defines as active video for Auto-Image.
Set threshold value
Set global Auto image luminosity value
X4#.
EX4#ALVL}
EALVL}
AlvlX4#]
View threshold value
View global Auto image luminosity
value X4#.
X4#]
Horizontal start
Specify a value
Set horizontal location of first active
pixel in active input.
EX$HSRT}
HsrtX!*X$]
Increment value
Decrement value
View value
Increase value.
E+HSRT}
E-HSRT}
EHSRT}
HsrtX!*X$]
HsrtX!*X$]
X$]
Decrease value.
View horizontal location of first active
pixel in active input.
Vertical start
Specify a value
Set vertical location of first active line in
active input.
EX$VSRT}
VsrtX!*X$]
Increment value
Decrement value
View value
Increase value.
E+VSRT}
E-VSRT}
EVSRT}
VsrtX!*X$]
VsrtX!*X$]
X$]
Decrease value.
View vertical location of first active line
in active input.
Pixel phase (RGB and YUV-HD input signals only)
Specify a value
Set pixel phase to specified value for
active input.
EX^PHAS}
PhasX!*X^]
Increment value
Increase value.
Decrease value.
View pixel phase.
E+PHAS}
E-PHAS}
EPHAS}
PhasX!*X^]
PhasX!*X^]
X^]
Decrement value
View value
Total pixels (RGB and YUV-HD only)
Specify a value
Set total pixels to specified value for
active input.
EX&TPIX}
TpixX!*X&]
Increment value
Increase value.
Decrease value.
View total pixels.
E+TPIX}
E-TPIX}
ETPIX}
TpixX!*X&]
TpixX!*X&]
X&]
Decrement value
View value
Active pixels
Specify a value
Set active pixels to specified value for
active input.
EX*APIX}
ApixX!*X*]
Increment value
Increase value.
Decrease value.
View active pixels.
E+APIX}
E-APIX}
EAPIX}
ApixX!*X*]
ApixX!*X*]
X*]
Decrement value
View value
NOTE:
X! = Input selection; 1 – 3
X$= H/V start — 0 to 255 (default midpoint = 128, translates to the default value in the input lookup tables
X^
X&
X*
= Pixel phase; 0-63 (default = 31)
= Total pixels; ( 512 of the default value)
= Active pixels; ( 512 of the default value)
X4#= Auto-Image Threshold Value; 0 (black) through 100 (white), default = 25
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Active lines
Specify a value
Set active lines to specified value for
active input.
EX(ALIN}
AlinX!*X(]
Increment value
Decrement value
View value
Increase value.
Decrease value.
Show active lines.
E+ALIN}
E-ALIN}
EALIN}
AlinX!*X(]
AlinX!*X(]
X(]
3:2, 2:2, 24:1 Film mode detect
Enable film detect
Turn film mode detection on.
Turn film mode detection off.
View setting.
EX!*1FILM}
EX!*0FILM}
EX!FILM}
FilmX!*X1)]
FilmX!*X1)]
X1)]
Disable film detect
View setting
Picture Adjustments
Video mute
Unmute output
X7!*0B
VmtX7!*00]
Restore picture for output X7!.
Mute output video
X7!*1B
X7!*2B
VmtX7!*01]
VmtX7!*02]
Mute video only on output X7!.
Mute sync and video on output X7!.
Mute output sync and
video
Query output state
X7!B
X4@]
Queries mute status of output X7!..
Color
Specify a value
Increment value
Decrement value
View value
X1%
Set color level to
Increase value.
Decrease value.
Show color level.
.
EX1%COLR}
E+COLR}
E-COLR}
ECOLR}
ColrX!*X1%]
ColrX!*X1%]
ColrX!*X1%]
X1%]
Tint
Specify a value
Increment value
Decrement value
View value
X1%
Set tint level to
Increase value.
Decrease value.
Show tint level.
.
EX1%TINT}
E+TINT}
E-TINT}
ETINT}
TintX!*X1%]
TintX!*X1%]
TintX!*X1%]
X1%]
Contrast
Specify a value
Increment value
Decrement value
View value
X1%
Set contrast level to
Increase value.
.
EX1%CONT}
E+CONT}
E-CONT}
ECONT}
ContX!*X1%]
ContX!*X1%]
ContX!*X1%]
X1%]
Decrease value.
Show contrast level.
Brightness
Specify a value
Increment value
Decrement value
View value
X1%
Set brightness level to
Increase value.
.
EX1%BRIT}
E+BRIT}
E-BRIT}
EBRIT}
BritX!*X1%]
BritX!*X1%]
BritX!*X1%]
X1%]
Decrease value.
Show brightness level.
NOTE:
X! = Input selection; 1 – 3
X(= Active lines — ( 512 of the default value)
X1)
= 0 (off/disable), 1 (on/enable)
X1% = Picture adjustment; 0 to 127 (default 64) (Three digit response – 0 padding)
X4@= Video Mute: 0 = Unmute video/sync, 1 = Mute video to black, 2 = Mute video and sync
X7!= Output Group Selection; 0 = All outputs (Default), 1 = Output 1 Only (HDMI), 2 = Output 2A and 2B Only
(HDMI & DTP), 3 = None
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Command
Detail filter
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Specify a value
Increment value
Decrement value
View value
X1%
Set detail level to
Increase value.
Decrease value.
Show detail level.
.
EX1%HDET}
E+HDET}
E-HDET}
EHDET}
HdetX!*X1%]
HdetX!*X1%]
HdetX!*X1%]
X1%]
Horizontal shift
Specify a value
Increment value
Decrement value
View value
X1^
Set horizontal position to
Shift position right.
Shift image left.
.
EX1^HCTR}
E+HCTR}
E-HCTR}
EHCTR}
HctrX!*X1^]
HctrX!*X1^]
HctrX!*X1^]
X1^]
Show horizontal position value.
Vertical shift
Specify a value
Increment value
Decrement value
View value
X1^
Set vertical position to
Shift image down.
Shift image up.
.
EX1^VCTR}
E+VCTR}
E-VCTR}
EVCTR}
VctrX!*X1^]
VctrX!*X1^]
VctrX!*X1^]
X1^]
Show vertical position value.
Horizontal size
Specify a value
Increment value
Decrement value
View value
X1&
Set horizontal size to
Widen the image.
.
EX1&HSIZ}
E+HSIZ}
E-HSIZ}
EHSIZ}
HsizX!*X1&]
HsizX!*X1&]
Make image narrower.
Show horizontal size value.
X!
Hsiz *X1&]
X1&]
Vertical size
Specify a value
Increment value
Decrement value
View value
X1&
.
X!
Vsiz *X1&]
Set vertical size to
EX1&VSIZ}
E+VSIZ}
E-VSIZ}
EVSIZ}
Make the image taller.
Make image shorter.
X! X1&]
Vsiz *
X! X1&]
Vsiz *
Show vertical size value.
X1&]
NOTE:
X! = Input selection; 1 – 3
X1% = Picture adjustment; 0 to 127 (default 64) (Three digit response – 0 padding)
X1^= H or V position (range -11000 to +11000)
X1&= H or V size (range 10 to 11000)
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Output Configuration
Output scaler rate
Set output rate
Select output resolution and refresh
rate.
Show selected output rate.
EX2!RATE}
ERATE}
RateX2!]
View output rate
X2!]
Digital output format
Set format
Sets the output color space/format for
digital output to X4*. Automatic format
X4(is also reported in the response.
View the output color space for digital
output X@. Automatic format X4(is
also reported in the response.
EX@*X4*OTYP}
EX@OTYP}
OtypX@*X4**X4(]
X4**X4(]
View setting
Screen saver (runs when no active video in selected input)
Set mode
EMX4)SSAV}
SsavMX4)]
Sets the screen saver mode to X4)
(default: 1 = black).
View mode
View the current screen saver mode
X4).
Sets the screen saver time duration
X2*seconds (default: 501 = never).
View the screen saver time duration
X2*.
EMSSAV}
ETX2*SSAV}
ETSSAV}
ESSSAV}
X4)]
Set time duration
View time duration
View screen saver status
SsavTX2*]
X2*]
X6#]
View screen saver status X6#.
NOTE: When the Screen Saver mode automatically enables or disables output sync (entering or exiting
the X6#= 2 state), an unsolicited SsavS X6#] response is broadcast.
AFL mode
Disable AFL mode
Disables global AFL mode (default).
E0GLOK}
E1GLOK}
Glok0]
Glok1]
Enable AFL mode
Locks the outputs refresh rate to the
inputs refresh rate.
View AFL mode setting
View current global AFL mode
EGLOK}
X1)]
DTP protocol
View protocol
View twisted pair output protocol
EO3HDBT}
X7$]
NOTE: An unsolicited “HdbtO3* X7$] is broadcast to all verbose 1 or 3 ports if the position of the DTP/
HDBaseT switch is changed.
NOTE:
X@= Output selection: 0 = All outputs (Only available for Video Mute),1 = Output 1 Only (HDMI),
2 = Output 2A Only (HDMI), 3 = Output 2B Only
= 0 (off/disable), 1 (on/enable)
X1)
X2*= On-screen menu time-out (default = 10) /Output sync time-out (default = 501-never)
0 = Menu/cursor never times out/output sync is instantly disabled with no active input
1 to 500, in 1 second increments, 501 = output sync never times out
X4)= Screen Saver modes; 1 = Black screen (Default), 2 = Blue output with OSD “INPUT x NO SIGNAL”
X4*= HDMI Output Format; see page 43 for HDMI output formats
X6#= Screen Saver Status; 0 = Active Input; timer not running, 1 = No active input; timer is running;
output sync still active, 2 = No active input; timer has expired; output sync disabled
X7$= DTP Output Format; 0 = DTP format (Default), 1 = HDBaseT Format
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Audio Configuration
Audio mute (global setting - persists beyond a power cycle)
Audio mute on
]
Mute selected audio input.
Unmute selected audio input.
View audio mute status.
1Z
0Z
Z
Amt1
Amt0
Audio mute off
]
View audio mute status
X1)]
Audio input format — (for defining the audio portion of EDID on HDMI and DisplayPort inputs)
X!
.
Set none
X! ]
AfmtI* *0
Mute all audio for input
Select 2CH digital for input
EIX!*0AFMT}
EIX!*1AFMT}
EIX!*2AFMT}
EIX!AFMT}
X!
.
Set 2CH digital
X! ]
AfmtI* *1
X!
Set FULL digital
View setting
X! ]
AfmtI* *2
Select FULL digital for input ..
X!
.
Show audio input type for input
X5*]
NOTE: Applies to inputs 2 and 3 only.
Presets
User memory presets
Recall preset
X2%
X2%
]
]
Recalls user preset
input.
for selected
for selected
for selected
1*X2%.
1RprX2%
Save preset
X2%
Saves user preset
input.
1*X2%,
1SprX2%
Delete/clear preset
]
PrstX1*X2%
Clears user preset
input.
EX1*X2%PRST}
User preset name
Write preset name
]
X1$
E1*X2%,X1$PNAM}
E1*X2%PNAM}
Pnam1*X2%,X1$
Set the name
for user preset X2%.
View preset name
X1$
]
X1$
View the name
for user preset
X2%.
X1$
NOTE: To restore a default User Preset Name, a single space character should be entered for
;
unassigned presets = “[unassigned]” Valid only for existing presets.
Input presets
Recall presets
X2^
Recalls input preset
Saves input parameters to preset
X2^
]
2RprX2^
]
2SprX2^
.
2* .
Save presets
X2^
.
X2^
2* ,
Delete/clear preset
X2^
.
]
PrstX2*X2^
Clears input preset
EX2*X2^PRST}
Input preset name
Write preset name
]
X1$
E2*X2^,X1$PNAM}
E2*X2^PNAM}
Pnam2*X2^,X1$
Set the name
for input preset X2^.
View preset name
]
X1$
X1$
View the name
for preset X2^.
X1$
NOTE: To restore a default Input Preset Name, a single space character should be entered for
;
unassigned presets = “[unassigned]” Valid only for existing presets.
NOTE:
X! = Input selection; 1 – 3
X1)= off/disable (0), on/enable (1)
X1$= Text label – up to 16 characters
X2%= Memory presets — 1 to 16
X2^= Input presets — 1 to 128
X5*= Audio input type; 0 = None – Input muted (EDID has no CEA extension), 1 = LPCM-2Ch (LPCM-2Ch
audio requested from source via EDID), 2 = Full Digital (via EDID allows digital audio format from source)
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Auto Memories
Enable
Set auto memory on. Previous settings
for incoming signal are auto recalled.
Set auto memory off. Default settings
are always used unless input preset is
recalled manually.
]
AmemX!*1
EX!*1AMEM}
EX!*0AMEM}
Disable
AmemX!*0]
View setting
EX!AMEM}
X1)]
View auto memory status for X!.
Advanced Configurations
Test pattern
Set test pattern
View test pattern
X2)
Select test pattern
.
EX2)TEST}
ETEST}
TestX2)]
X2)]
View which test pattern is used.
Freeze
Enable
Disable
Freeze selected input.
1F
0F
Frz1]
Frz0]
Unfreeze selected input.
View setting
View freeze setting.
F
X1)]
Auto Switch mode
Disable
Manual input switching only.
}
E0AUSW
Ausw0]
Ausw1]
High to Low (3 to 1)
Gives priority to the highest active
input.
E1AUSW}
Low to High (1 to 3)
Gives priority to the lowest active
input.
E2AUSW}
Ausw2]
View setting
View current setting.
EAUSW}
X7#]
Switch effect
Cut
Sets the switch effect to cut.
}
E0SWEF
Swef0]
Swef1]
Fade
Sets the switch effect to fade through
to black.
E1SWEF}
View setting
View effect setting.
ESWEF}
X4%]
Front panel lockout (executive mode)
Enable Mode 1
Enable Mode 2
Disable
Lock out entire front panel.
1X
2X
0X
Exe1]
Exe2]
Exe0]
Limited front panel adjustments.
Adjustments and selections can be
made from front panel.
View front panel lock
status
Show executive mode status.
X
X2(]
NOTE: For full lock mode details see the “Setting the Front Panel Locks (Executive Modes)” section.
NOTE:
X! = Input selection; 1 – 3
X1)
= off/disable (0), on/enable (1)
X2)= Test patterns: 0 = off (default), 1 = Crop, 2 = alternating lines, 3 = alternating pixels, 4 = crosshatch,
5 = 4x4 crosshatch, 6 = color bars, 7 = grayscale, 8 = ramp, 9 = white field, 10 = 1.33 aspect ratio,
11 = 1.78 aspect ratio, 12 = 1.85 aspect ratio, 13 = 2.35 aspect ratio, 14 = blue mode
X2(= Executive mode status: 0 = Off / disabled (default), 1 = Exe Mode 1 - Complete front panel lockout,
2 = Exe Mode 2 - Partial front panel lockout (only input selection and Auto-Image are still available)
X4%= Video Switching Effect; 0 = Cut, 1 = Fade through Black (default)
X7#= Auto Switch Mode; 0 = Disable (Default), 1 = Gives priority to the highest numbered active input,
2 = Gives priority to the lowest numbered active input
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Aspect Ratio mode
Enable Fill mode
Set aspect ratio to Fill (default).
Set aspect ratio to Follow.
Show current aspect ratio
EX!*1ASPR}
EX!*2ASPR}
EX!ASPR}
AsprX!*1]
AsprX!*2]
X3(]
Enable Follow mode
View aspect ratio setting
Overscan mode (applies only to SMPTE [NTSC/PAL - 1080p 50/60] input rates
Set value
EX#*X3*OSCN}
OscnX#*X3*]
Set input type X#to overscan mode
X3*.
View current overscan status.
View status
EX#OSCN}
X3*]
HDCP notification (shows green screen)
Enable HDCP
notification
Enable the HDCP notification (default)
EN1HDCP}
HdcpN1]
Disable HDCP
notification
Disable the HDCP notification
verbose response (0/1)
EN0HDCP}
HdcpN0]
X1)]
Query HDCP notification
Query the HDCP notification
verbose response (0/1)
ENHDCP}
HdcpNX1)]
X1)]
HDCP status
Query input
Query the HDCP status of the HDMI or
Display Port inputs
EIX!HDCP}
HdcpIX!*X4$]
verbose response (0/1)
X4$]
Query output
Query the HDCP status of the HDMI
output
EOX@HDCP}
HdcpOX@*X4$]
verbose response (0/1)
X4$]
HDCP authorized device
Enable HDCP
Authorization
Enable HDCP Authorization on input
X!.
EEX!*1HDCP}
HdcpEX!*X1)]
HdcpEX!*X1)]
X1)]
Disable HDCP
Authorization
Disable HDCP Authorization on input
X!.
EEX!*0HDCP}
Query status
View HDCP Authorization status.
EEX!HDCP}
View video signal presence
View signal presence
E0LS}
X6!*X6!*X6!]
IN #1*IN #2*IN #3 (X6!: 0 = no input;
1 = input detected).
verbose mode (2/3)
IN00 X6!*X6!*X6!]
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NOTE:
X! = Input selection; 1 – 3
X@= Output selection: 0 = All outputs (Only available for Video Mute),1 = Output 1 Only (HDMI),
2 = Output 2A Only (HDMI), 3 = Output 2B Only
X# = Input video format; 0 = Auto detect, 1 = RGB (default), 2 = Auto YUV, 3 = RGBcvS, 4 = S-video,
5 = Composite video, 6 = HDMI/DVI, 7 = DisplayPort
X1)
= off/disable (0), on/enable (1)
X3*= Overscan (Applied only to SMPTE [NTSC/PAL, 480p – 1080p] input rates)
0 = 0.0% (Default for RGB, HDMI) (A “True” Auto-Image is executed on SMPTE inputs)
1 = 2.5% (Default for YUV Auto, S-Video and CV) (An Auto-Image command snaps to a 2.5% table;
no true Auto-Image), 2 = 5.0% (Auto-Image command snaps to a 5.0% table; no true Auto-Image)
X3(= Aspect ratio 1 = Fill (fills entire output raster, default), 2 = Follow (follows native aspect ratio)
X4$= HDCP status; 0 = no sink or source device detected, 1 = sink or source detected with HDCP,
2 = sink or source detected but no HDCP is present
X6!= Video Signal Status; 0 = Video / TMDS signal not detected, 1 = Video / TMDS signal detected
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Power Save
Power save OFF
Default: runs in full power mode, the
product will always output video.
ANNOTATOR 300 enters low power
state that can only be exited via
E0PSAV} command, or front
panel button press
E0PSAV}
E1PSAV}
Psav0]
Psav1]
Power save ON
View setting
View current power save status.
EPSAV}
X6@]
USB device status
Enable USB device
EX5(*1ADEV}
AdevX5(*1]
Enable USB device X5(.
Disable USB device
View setting
EX5(*0ADEV}
EX5(ADEV}
AdevX5(*0]
X1)]
Disable USB device X5(.
View current USB device status.
View USB device
information
View details about last moved/touched
USB device
45i}
Inf45*X5(*X5#
*<calibration
status>*<device
ID>]
Network Printer
Network printer
Enable network printer
Enable Network Printing when the
capture button is triggered.
EE1PRTR}
PrtrE1]
Disable network printer
View setting
Disable Network Printing (default).
EE0PRTR}
EEPRTR}
PrtrE0]
View network printer setting
X1)]
Printer URI option
Set URI option
EUX6*PRTR}
EUPRTR}
PrtrUX6*]
Sets the printer URI to X6*.
View printer URI setting
View setting
X6*]
NOTE: “lpd” must be lower case
Example: EU lpd://10.13.1.22 PRTR}
Printer quantity
Define printer quantity
EQX7(PRTR}
EQPRTR}
PrtrQX7(]
Defines number of copies to print (X7()
when image is captured.
View setting
View the current number of copies to
print.
X7(]
X1)
X5#
NOTE:
= off/disable (0), on/enable (1)
X5(= All ports (0), USB device (1-64)
X6@= Power Save modes; 0 = Full Power mode (Default), 1 = Low Power state
X6* = Printer URI address, Example: lpd://10.13.1.22
X7(= Number of copies to print (printer quantity): 1-50 (default = 1)
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Annotation type
Set type
X5)
Sets current annotation to
.
EX5)DRAW}
EDRAW}
DrawX5)]
X5)]
View type
View current annotation type.
Annotation coordinates
Location
(no response)
X5&
.
Places the annotation location at
EX5&APNT}
EASTP}
Complete annotation
Indicates the end of an annotation
function.
Astp]
NOTE: All coordinate values sent to the Annotator are interpreted according to the guidelines for the current
annotation type.
Example: Draw a square
Esc 00000000APNT} Esc 00100000APNT} Esc 00100010APNT} Esc 00000010APNT}
Esc 00000000APNT} Esc ASTP}
Annotation color
Set color
X5#
for device X5(.
EX5(*X5#ACOL}
EX5(ACOL}
AcolX5(*X5#]
X5#]
Sets the color to
View current annotation color.
View color
NOTE: The color setting applies to all annotation types.
Annotation object fill
Enable object fill
Enable fill for new objects drawn.
Disable fill for new objects drawn.
View current fill setting.
E1FILL}
E0FILL}
EFILL}
Fill1]
Fill0]
X1)]
Disable object fill
View setting
NOTE: The fill setting applies to rectangles and ellipses drawn after the setting has been modified.
Text configuration
Set text font
X5!
Set annotation font to
.
EX5!FONT}
EFONT}
Font*X5!]
X5!]
View font
View current font file name.
NOTE: Font files must be stored on the hardware in the “Font” folder.
Set text size
X5@
Set annotation text size to
View current text size.
.
EX5@TXSZ}
ETXSZ}
TxszX5@]
X5@]
View text size
NOTE:
X1)= off/disable (0), on/enable (1)
X5)= Annotation type: 0 = eraser, 1 = pointer, 2 = freehand, 3 = highlighter, 4 = vector line, 5 = arrow line
(arrow appears at the endpoint of the vector), 6 = ellipse, 7 = rectangle, 8 = text tool, 9 = spotlight,
10 = zoom tool, 11 = pan tool
X5!= Font selection — 16 character file name including *.TTF extension, 0 = default font (DeJaVuSans)
X5@= Font size — 8 to 63 point font (default = 18 pt)
X5#= Line color — 6 bit RGB, 64 total colors; 000000 = Black, 010000 = Dark red (33%), 100000 = Medium
red (66%), 110000 = Bright red (100%), 001100 = Bright green (66%), 000011 = Bright blue (default),
111111 = White, 010101 = Dark gray (33%)
X5&= Annotation coordinates — 8 digit number with first four being the X coordinate, the last four the
Y coordinate, limits = 1000,1000. Fixed for any output rate.
Example, (0,0) = 00000000 = top left; (500,500) = 05000500 = screen center.
X5(= All ports (0), USB device (1-64)
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Keyboard locale configuration
Set keyboard locale
X7%
Set keyboard locale to
.
EX7%LCID}
Lcid X7%]
•
View keyboard locale
View current keyboard locale.
ELCID}
X7%]
Line configuration
Set line weight
View size
X5$
Set line weight to
pixels.
EX5$LNWT}
ELNWT}
LnwtX5$]
X5$]
View current line weight setting.
Drop shadow
Enable drop shadow
Disable drop shadow
View setting
Enable a drop shadow.
Disable drop shadow.
View current fill setting.
E1SHDW}
E0SHDW}
ESHDW}
Shdw1]
Shdw0]
X1)]
Eraser/highlighter size
Set eraser/highlighter
size
View size
X5$
Set the eraser/highlighter size to
.
EX5$ERSR}
EERSR}
ErsrX5$]
View current eraser/highlighter size.
X5$]
Annotation edit functions
Clear all annotations
Clears all annotations on the output.
Cannot be undone.
Undoes the last annotation. 15 states
are held in memory.
Previously removed annotation is
placed back on the output.
E0EDIT}
E1EDIT}
E2EDIT}
Edit0]
Edit1]
Edit2]
Undo last annotation
Redo annotation
Annotation display
Set output to show
annotation
View font
Set which video outputs display
annotations.
View setting.
EX7!ASHW}
EASHW}
AshwX7!]
X7!]
Cursor display
Set output to show
cursor
View font
Set which video outputs display the
cursor.
View setting.
EX7!CSHW}
ECSHW}
CshwX7!]
X7!]
Cursor time-out
Set cursor time out
EX2*CDUR}
ECDUR}
CdurX2*]
Set cursor duration to X2*seconds.
View time-out
View setting.
X2*]
NOTE: Setting the time-out to zero disables the cursor time-out.
NOTE:
X1)= off/disable (0), on/enable (1)
X2*= On-screen menu time-out (default = 10) /Output sync time-out (default = 501-never)
0 = Menu/cursor never times out/output sync is instantly disabled with no active input
1 to 500, in 1 second increments, 501 = output sync never times out
X5$= Line weight, eraser, or highlighter width — 1 to 63 pixels wide (default = 8)
X7!= Output Group Selection; 0 = All outputs (Default), 1 = Output 1 Only (HDMI), 2 = Output 2A and 2B Only
(HDMI & DTP), 3 = None
X7%= Keyboard Locale Selection; 1033 = US Keyboard layout (Default), 1031 = German Keyboard layout,
1034 = Spanish Keyboard layout, 1036 = French Keyboard layout, 2057 = Great Britain Keyboard layout
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
On-screen clock
Enable on-screen clock
View settings
Display the time on the video output.
View setting.
EX5^TIME}
ETIME}
TimeX5^]
X5^]
On-screen clock horizontal position
Specific value
X1^
Set horizontal position to
.
EKX1^HCTR}
HctrKX1^]
Increment to right
Increment to left
View settings
Shift clock right.
EK+HCTR}
EK-HCTR}
EKHCTR}
HctrKX1^]
HctrKX1^]
X1^]
Shift clock left.
X1^
Horizontal position value is
.
On-screen clock vertical position
Specific value
X1^
Set vertical position to
Shift clock down.
Shift clock up.
.
EKX1^VCTR}
VctrKX1^]
VctrKX1^]
VctrKX1^]
X1^]
Increment up
Increment down
View settings
EK+VCTR}
EK-VCTR}
EKVCTR}
X1^
Vertical position value is
.
Panel calibration mode
Enter calibration mode
Enter touchpanel calibration mode.
Exit touchpanel calibration mode.
View calibration setting.
E1PCAL}
E0PCAL}
EPCAL}
Pcal1]
Pcal0]
X1)]
Exit calibration mode
View setting
Auto annotation clear
Set annotation clear
EX6(ACLR}
EACLR}
AclrX6(]
Set auto annotation clear to X6(.
Annotation clear setting is X6(.
View setting
X6(]
Annotation white/blackboard
Disable whiteboard
Disable whiteboard (default).
Enable whiteboard
E0WHBD}
Whbd0]
Whbd1]
Whbd2]
X7@]
Enable whiteboard
Enable blackboard
View setting
E1WHBD}
E2WHBD}
EWHBD}
Enable blackboard (OSD mute button).
View current setting.
NOTE:
X1)= off/disable (0), on/enable (1)
X1^= H or V position (range -11000 to +11000)
X5^= On-screen clock: 0 = disabled (default), 1 = date and time, 2 = time only, 3 = date only
X6(= Auto Annotation Clear; 0 = Disabled (default), 1 = Clear after an input switch; 2 = Clear after an input
switch or when a new input frequency is detected
X7@= White/Blackboard status; 0 = Disabled (Default), 1 = Whiteboard is enabled, 2 = Blackboard is enabled
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
On-Screen Menu Configuration
Menu time-out
Set menu time-out
period
View time-out
X2*
Sets the menu duration to
EX2*MDUR}
EMDUR}
MdurX2*]
seconds
.
View setting.
X2*]
NOTE: Setting the time-out to zero disables the on-screen display (OSD) time-out.
Menu display
Set output to show
menu
View setting
Sets which video outputs display the
OSD.
View setting.
EX7!MSHW}
EMSHW}
MshwX7!]
X7!]
NOTE: If the menu is being displayed on one output, annotating in the menu area on outputs not showing the
menu still affects the menu. The area is safe for annotation on any screen after the menu times out and docks
away.
Menu graphics
Load default OSD
Loads the factory default OSD from
the firmware.
E0MLOD}
E1MLOD}
Mlod00]
Mlod01]
Load user defined OSD
Checks the file system for custom
OSD and reloads the images.
OSD/front panel capture and recall button modes
Save to internal memory
Sets the OSD image capture button
to capture the image and save it to
internal flash memory. The image recall
is also set to the local storage only.
Sets the OSD image capture button to
capture image to temporary memory
for Image Quick Capture (IQC). The
image recall is also set to the local
storage only.
E0MCAP}
Mcap0]
Mcap1]
Save to IQC
E1MCAP}
Save to USB flash
Sets the OSD image capture button
to send image to the connected USB
flash device. The image recall is also
set to the USB and the local storage.
Sets the OSD image capture button to
send image to the configured network
E2MCAP}
Mcap2]
Mcap3]
Save to network drive
E3MCAP}
drive. The image recall is also set to
the designated network folder and the
local storage.
View setting
View setting.
EMCAP}
3]/2]/1]/0]
NOTE: In order for the network capture to occur, user must have set the Network Driver Capture Settings
(Domain, Username, and Password).
To print without saving a copy of the image file, set capture mode to Image Quick Capture (1)
NOTE:
X2*= On-screen menu time-out (default = 10)
0 = Menu/cursor never times out
1 to 500, in 1 second increments
X7!= Output Group Selection; 0 = All outputs (Default), 1 = Output 1 Only (HDMI), 2 = Output 2A and 2B Only
(HDMI & DTP), 3 = None
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Image capture/recall
Image capture/recall to product flash memory
Save image to flash
Saves currently displayed image to
memory under designated name and
currently selected capture file format.
Saves currently displayed image to
USB memory under designated name
and currently selected capture file
format.
E0*X7^MF}
Ims0*X7&]
Ims2*X7&]
Save image to USB
E2*X7^MF}
Save image to external
Saves currently displayed image to
configured network under designated
name and currently selected capture
file format.
E3*X7^MF}
Ims3*X7&]
Recall image
Recalls displayed image (file extension
is required).
Mutes image on the output and reveals
live input video
EX6$*X7&RF}
ImrX6$*X7&]
Imr0]
Mute image
E0*0RF}
Current image
View currently displayed image name.
verbose response (1 and 3)
ERF}
X7&]
Imr*X7&]
Ims0]
Save image to flash
Saves currently displayed to memory
using capture file format settings.
E0MF}
Save image to USB
Saves currently displayed to USB
memory using capture file format
settings.
Saves currently displayed to
configured network using capture file
format settings.
E2MF}
Ims2]
Ims3]
Save image to external
E3MF}
NOTE: USB Capture will send the image to the first enumerated USB drive and saved in the “Annotator_
Images” folder. Multiple USB drives are not supported.
Images captured to the flash will be saved in the “Graphics” folder
Image quick capture
Save image to RAM
Saves currently displayed image to
Annotator RAM.
E QCAP}
Qcap]
NOTE: Qcap response invokes Quick Capture software running on a PC to request image data.
Image streaming duration depends on network speed
NOTE:
X6$= File location; 0 = Internal Flash, 2 = Attached USB drive (Only ONE USB drive can be connected),
3 = Network location (location must be configured or E25 will be issued)
X7^ = Filename/prefix name without extension (12 characters)
X7& = Filename with extension
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
Image capture file format
Set capture file format
Sets the file format for the images that
will be captured.
EFX6%CFMT}
CfmtFX6%]
View setting
View the captured file format.
EFCFMT}
X6%]
Set prefix name
Sets the prefix name for captured
images.
EPX7^CFMT}
CfmtP X7^]
•
Clear prefix name
Read prefix name
Removes the prefix name.
View the prefix name.
EP CFMT}
CfmtP /]
•
•
EPCFMT}
X11@]
NOTE: Unit does not send out a tagged response until completion of capture to designated location.
Note that the filename will be enumerated with a time and date stamp (YYYYMMDD_HHMMSS). Also note that if a
prefix is defined then an underscore will be placed between the prefix and date/time stamp.
Example of filename when file format is set to .jpg, prefix is set to “Room-20”and the capture is taken
at 11/12/13 at 7:35pm :Room-20_20131112_193500.jpg
Network folder capture/recall settings
Set folder path
Sets the folder path.
EFX6&NTWK}
NtwkF X6&]
•
Example: EF10.13.198.131/AnaheimCourt/Room20NTWK}
Clear folder path
Read folder path
Set user name
Reset folder path.
EF NTWK}
NtwkF ]
•
•
Read folder path.
EFNTWK}
NtwkF X6&]
•
Sets network user name.
Resets network user name.
EUX1*NTWK}
NtwkUX1*]
Clear user name
EU NTWK}
NtwkU ]
•
•
Read user name
Set password
Read network user name.
Sets network password.
EUNTWK}
X1*]
EPX13#NTWK}
NtwkP****]
Clear password
Read password
Resets network password.
View if password is set (**** =
EP NTWK}
NtwkP ]
•
•
EPNTWK}
****] or ]
•
password, = no password)
•
NOTE:
X1*= Text string up to 32 characters drawn from the alphabet (A-Z), digits (0-9), minus sign/hyphen (-).
No blank or space characters are permitted as part of a name. No distinction is made between upper
and lower case. The first character must be an alpha character. The last character must not be a minus
sign/hyphen.
X6%= Image Capture File Format; 1 = JPG, 2 = BMP (default)
X6&= Network folder path (spaces not allowed). Example: 10.13.198.131/AnaheimCourt/Room20 I
X7^ = Filename/prefix name without extension (12 characters)
X11@= Text string up to 63 characters drawn from the alphabet (A-Z), digits (0-9), minus sign/hyphen (-).
No blank or space characters are permitted as part of a name. No distinction is made between upper
and lower case. The first character must be an alpha character. The last character must not be a minus
sign/hyphen.
X13#
= Password 12 alphanumeric characters
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Command
ASCII command
Response
Additional description
(host to processor)
(processor to host)
USB driver commands
List user loaded driver
files
ELUSBF}
<filename>]<filename>]
...<filename>]]
Delete user loaded driver
files
ED<filename>USBF}
UsbfD <filename>]
•
Time zone
Set time zone
E<zone name>*TZON} Tzon <zone name> * <description>]
•
View current time zone
List all time zone
ETZON}
<zone name> * <description>]
E*TZON}
<zone name> * <description>]
<zone name> * <description>]
<zone name> * <description>]
Resets
Erase user-supplied web
pages and files
Erase current directory
and files
E<filename>EF}
E/EF}
Del•<filename>]
Ddl]
Erase current directory
and subdirectories
E//EF}
Ddl]
Erase flash memory
EZFFF}
EZXXX}
Zpf]
Zpx]
Reset all device settings
to factory default settings
Absolute system reset
Includes resetting IP to
192.168.254.254 and subnet mask to
255.255.000.000.
EZQQQ}
Zpq]
Absolute system reset
(but retain IP)
EZY}
Zpy]
NOTE: This reset is similar to ZQQQ but excludes IP address, subnet mask, gateway addresses, unit name, DHCP
setting, and port mapping (telnet/web/direct access) in order to maintain communications with device. Recommended
after a firmware update.
Information request
General information
Query firmware version
Query part number
I/i
VidX!•TypX%•StdX1!•BlkX1)•HrtX1#•VrtX1#]
View firmware version.
Q/q
x.xx]
zz-zzz-zz]
View part number.
N/n
View internal
temperature
Temperature in degrees Celsius.
E 20STAT}
X1@]
Backup/Restore configuration
Save box configuration
to file system
Restore configuration
from file system
Backup the current device
configuration
Restore device configuration
E1*X7*XF}
E0*X7*XF}
Cfg1*X7*]
Cfg0*X7*]
NOTE:
X!= Input selection, 1 to 3
X%= Detected Input Video Format: 0 = No signal present, 1 = RGB, 2 = Auto YUV, 3 = RGBcvS, 4 = S-Video,
5 = Composite, 6 = DVI, 7 = HDMI, 8 = DisplayPort
X1)= off/disable (0), on/enable (1)
X1!= Input standard: 0 = No signal, 1 = NTSC, 2 = PAL, 3 = SECAM, - = N/A (when input is set to a high
resolution signal format)
X1@= Internal temperature (in degrees Celsius)
X1#= Horizontal and vertical frequencies (format is three digit with single decimal and leading zeros<
for example, 075.3)
X7*= Configuration type: 0 = IP config, 1 = Event config, 2 = Box config
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Using the Command/Response Table for IP SIS Commands
Symbol Definitions
= Space
•
X10! = Specific port number (01-99), 00 = reserved
X10%= On/off status: 0 = off/disable; 1 = on/enable
X11!
X11@
= Version number (listed to two decimal places)
= Text string up to 63 characters drawn from the alphabet (A-Z), digits (0-9), minus
sign/hyphen (-). No blank or space characters are permitted as part of a name. No
distinction is made between upper and lower case. The first character must be an alpha
character. The last character must not be a minus sign/hyphen.
X11#
= Time and date (for set) In the format: MM/DD/YY•HH:MM:SS where:
MM = month: 01 (January) through 12 (December), DD = 01 through 31, YY = 00
through 99, HH = 00 through 24, MM = 00 through 59, SS = 00 through 59
X11$
= IP address: (###.###.###.###). Leading zeros in each of 4 fields are optional in
setting values, and are suppressed in returned values.
X11*
= Hardware (MAC) address: ##-##-##-##-##-##
X11(= Subnet mask (xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx). Leading zeros are optional in setting values in each
of four fields, and are suppressed in returned values. Default subnet mask = 255.255.0.0
X12@
= Verbose mode: 0 = clear/none (default, Telnet), 1 = verbose mode (default,
RS-232/RS-422), 2 = tagged responses for queries, 3 = verbose mode/tagged for
queries.
NOTE: If tagged responses are enabled, all read commands return the constant string
and the value as the set command does (for example, the read processor name
E }
CN , returns Ipn•
X10)]
).
command
X13#= Password (12 characters = maximum length; no special characters are allowed.)
NOTE: A user password cannot be assigned if no administrator password exists;
the E14 error code is returned. If the administrator password is cleared, the user
password is also removed.
X14!
= Reading Password: RS-232 connection responds with password. IP connection
responds with 4 asterisk (****) if password exists and empty if not, instead of actual
password.
X14(
X16(
= Default name, (Annotator-300 + last 3 pairs of the MAC address)
= Time-out in 10 second steps,, 1-65000 (default = 30 = 30 seconds)
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Product
Configuration
Software
The Extron Product Configuration Software (PCS version 2.1 or later) offers another
way to control the Annotaor 300 via USB or TCP/IP connection in addition to the SIS
commands.
This section describes the software installation and communication (see Accessing the
for detailed control information). Topics in this section include:
•
•
•
The graphical interface includes the same functions as those on the device front panel
with additional features that are available only through the software.
The control software is compatible with Microsoft Windows operating systems. The
Installing the Software
Figure 20. PCS Download from the Extron Website
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NOTE: PCS versions prior to version 2.1 do not have the configuration pages for the
Annotator 300 device. Ensure you download PCS version 2.1 or later.
).
1
2. From the left sidebar, click the PCSlink (see figure 20, ).
2
3. Click the Download Nowbutton (see figure 20,
).
3
4. Enter any required information to start the download. Note where the file is saved.
5. Open the executable (.exe) file from the save location.
6. Follow the instructions that appear on the screen. By default, the installation creates a
directory in the Program Files or Program Files (x86) folder.
Starting the Software
Open the Product Configuration Software program from the Startmenu or the
desktop Product Configuration Software icon (see image at right).
The Product Configuration Software window opens at the Device Discovery panel.
Figure 21. Start-up Window (Device Discovery)
If the Device Discovery panel is not showing, click on the white plus sign to open it (see
figure 21).
Device Discovery Panel
The Device Discovery panel displays accessible Extron devices connected directly to the
PC using the software through a LAN or WAN, or via a USB connection. Devices can be
identified and sorted by model, IP address, device name, or connection method.
To sort the list of available devices, click the desired column heading to sort the
category in ascending or descending order.
To connect to a device, select the desired device and click the Connectbutton. A new
device configuration tab opens. Alternatively, double click on the desired device name to
connect and open to the configuration page.
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To edit communication settings from the Device Discovery panel:
1. In the Device Discoverypane, click the Editbutton of the desired device. The
Communication Settings dialog box opens.
Figure 22. Communications Settings Edit Dialog Box
settings on page 99 for configuration details.
3. Finalize the settings in one of the following ways:
•
•
•
Click the Applybutton to accept the changes and return to the Device
Discovery panel.
Click the Apply and Connectbutton to accept the changes and connect to
the selected device. A new device configuration tab opens.
Click the Cancelbutton to cancel any pending changes and return to the
Device Discovery panel.
TCP/IP Panel
The TCP/IP panel contains a means of connecting to a specific (IP address known) device
through Ethernet.
Figure 23. TCP/IP Panel
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1. Click the TCP/IPtab, and in the IP Addressfield, enter the IP address of the desired
device.
2. If required, enter the device password in the Passwordfield.
NOTE: Check the Show Characters check box to have the password characters
visible when entering them.
3. In the Telnet Portfield, enter the Telnet port of the desired device.
4. Click the Connectbutton. A new device tab opens.
Offline Device Preview
It is possible for the Annotator 300 pages to be viewed without connecting directly to a
device, but the settings cannot be changed or saved.
To open an offline device, click on the drop-down arrow and select New
Configuration File. The New Configuration File dialog box opens.
Figure 24. Start-up Drop-down Menu
Figure 25. New Configuration File Dialog Box
1. Select the Annotator 300 device model from the Device Models list.
2. Click the Configurebutton. A new offline device configuration tab opens.
NOTE: Until a connection to an online device is made, all the pages are grayed out
and configuration options are not available.
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Using the Software
or open the Annotator 300 Product Configuration Software Help file.
When connected to an online device, a connection status icon shows green on the device
name tab.
The configuration page has a global navigation bar (ribbon) from which each of the
individual configuration pages (Input/Output Config, EDID Minder, Image Settings, Size
and Position, Annotation Settings, OSD Settings, and General Settings) can be accessed.
On the left side of the tab is the AV Controls pane which can be used to switch inputs,
view active input and output status, start an Auto-Image instance, freeze the displayed
image, and mute or unmute video and audio signals,
There is also a Devicedrop-down menu on the Devicetab for device-specific
configuration options.
Figure 26. Device Configuration Pages
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Device Menu
The Devicedrop-down menu contains options for disconnecting, changing hardware
and communication settings, resetting the device, backing up and restoring device
configurations, updating firmware, and viewing software module information.
Figure 27. Device Menu
Disconnect
This option disconnects the PCS program from the connected device and closes the
device tab. From the Devicedrop-down menu, select Disconnect.
Settings
Hardware Settings dialog box
This option allows users to view unit information, change the device name, set the internal
clock, select a keyboard layout, and change the password of the connected device.
From the Devicedrop-down menu, select Settings > Hardware Settings.... The
Hardware Settings dialog box opens. For configuration details, see the Annotator 300
PCS Help file.
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Figure 28. Hardware Settings Dialog Box
To change hardware settings:
1. Select the applicable tab (device name, date and time, keyboard layout, password).
2. Complete the fields as desired. For keyboard layout, select the keyboard type from
the drop-down list.
NOTE: For Date and Time settings, the device can be synced to the PC settings by
clicking the Sync to PC button.
3. Click the Applybutton to accept pending changes.
Clicking the Cancelbutton cancels any pending changes and closes the dialog box.
Communication Settings dialog box
This option allows users to change communication settings of the connected device.
From the Devicedrop-down menu, select Settings > Communication Settings....
The Communication settings dialog box opens.
Figure 29. Communication Settings Dialog Box
To change hardware settings:
1. To obtain an IP address automatically check the DHCP check box.
Alternatively, to manually assign an IP address, complete all the fields as desired.
2. Click the Applybutton to accept pending changes.
Clicking the Cancelbutton cancels any pending changes and closes the dialog box.
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Reset Device
This option contains selectable reset modes for resetting the connected device.
From the Devicedrop-down menu, select Reset Device.... The Reset Device dialog
box opens.
Figure 30. Reset Device Dialog Box
To reset the device select the applicable radio button and click the Resetbutton.
Clicking the Closebutton closes the dialog box without resetting the device.
Backup and Restore
This option saves current configurations and restores saved configurations.
From the Devicedrop-down menu, click Backup and Restore.... The System Backup
and Restore dialog box opens.
Figure 31. Backup and Restore Dialog Box
To save the current configuration settings to an external file:
1. In the Backup panel, click the Browsebutton. The Save As window opens.
2. Navigate to the desired save location on the host device and click the Savebutton.
The window closes.
3. Click the Backupbutton to save the configuration to an external file to the host
device.
4. Click the Closebutton to close the System Backup and Restore window.
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To restore a saved configuration settings file:
1. In the Restore panel, click the Browsebutton. The Open window opens.
2. Navigate to the save location of the saved file and click the Openbutton. The Open
window closes.
NOTE: Valid configuration files have a .extz file extension.
3. If desired, select the Include Communication Settingscheck box to also include
communication settings to the restored configuration.
4. Click the Restorebutton to apply the saved configuration settings.
5. Click the Closebutton to close the System Backup and Restore window.
Update Firmware
This option uploads firmware from the host device to the connected device.
NOTE: If necessary, download new firmware from the Extron website.
1. From the Devicedrop-down menu, select Update Firmware. A dialog box opens to
ask permission to disconnect from the device.
2. Click the Continuebutton to disconnect from the device and continue with the
firmware update process. The Update Firmware dialog box opens.
3. Click the Browsebutton.
4. Navigate to the desired firmware file and select the device-specific firmware file. Valid
firmware files have an .eff or .esf file extension.
5. Click the Openbutton. This returns you to the Update Firmware dialog box.
6. In the Update Firmware dialog box, click Upload. The progress bar shows the
progress of the firmware upload to the device.
Help
This option contains a link to the device-specific help file.
From the Devicedrop-down menu, select device-specific Help. The help file opens in a
separate window.
About This Module
This option contains the device module part number, version, and build number.
From the Devicedrop-down menu, select About This Module.... The About This
Module dialog box opens.
Figure 32. About This Module Dialog Box
Click the Closebutton to close the dialog box.
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Software Menu
The Software menu (accessible at the top right corner of the PCS window) contains
options to display device connection methods in the device tabs, re-enable confirmation
dialogs, and view software information.
Figure 33. Software Menu
Show Expanded Device Tabs
This option displays the device IP address or connection method on the Device tab.
From the Softwaremenu, select Show Expanded Device Tabs.
Figure 34. Expanded Device Tab (Connected through USB)
Software Settings
This option resets all disabled confirmation dialogs to the default settings.
1. From the SoftwareMenu, select Software Settings. The Software Settings dialog
box opens.
Figure 35. Software Settings Dialog Box
2. Click the Re-enable Confirmation Dialogsbutton. The dialog box closes and the
reset is complete. Click the Closebutton to close the dialog box without re-enabling
the confirmation dialogs.
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Tutorial
This option displays a general overview of where to find features in the PCS framework.
1. From the Softwaremenu, select Tutorial. The Tutorial dialog box opens.
2. Click the I Get It!button to close the dialog box.
Extron PCS Help
This options opens the PCS Help file for general PCS operations. For product-specific
From the Softwaremenu, select Extron PCS Help.
About Extron PCS
This option contains information about the current PCS version.
1. From the Softwaremenu, select About Extron PCS. The About - Extron PCS
dialog box opens.
Figure 36. About - Extron PCS Dialog Box
2. Click the Detailsbutton for more information about the software and embedded
modules.
3. Click the OKbutton to close the dialog box.
Exit
This option closes disconnects PCS from connected devices and closes the application.
1. From the Softwaremenu, select Exit. If device tabs are open, the Exit dialog box
opens.
Figure 37. Exit Dialog Box
2. If necessary, click the Close Session(s) and Exitbutton to disconnect the
software from connected devices, close all offline device tabs, and close the software.
Click the Cancelbutton to leave the software open.
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AV Controls Panel
The AV Controls pane can be used to switch inputs, view active input and output status,
start an Auto-image instance, freeze the displayed image, and mute or unmute video and
audio signals.
Included in the panel is a summary of the current active input and output status, including
signal format and HDCP status, as well as AFL status.
NOTE: This panel can be hidden or revealed on any page by clicking on the arrow
button on the top right of the panel.
Figure 38. AV Controls Panel
NOTE: An open lock icon indicates that an input or output is not HDCP-encrypted.
A closed lock with a check mark icon indicates that an input or output is HDCP-
encrypted.
AV Inputs buttons
Click an AV Input button (1-3) to select that input. As the new input is selected, the
summary within the panel changes to reflect the new input and output status.
NOTE: The signal status indicators on the AV input buttons display green when a
signal is present on the corresponding input or gray when there is no signal present.
Auto-Image button
Clicking the Auto-Imagebutton starts a one-time Auto-Image on the currently selected
input.
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Freeze button
Clicking the Freezebutton freezes the current displayed video frame for the currently
selected input. When the button is blue the image is frozen. Click the button again to
unfreeze the image.
Audio, Video, and Sync Mute buttons
•
•
•
Click the Audio Mutebutton to globally mute only the audio. The button turns red.
Click the Video Mutebutton to mute only the video signal. The button turns red
Click the AV Mutebutton to mute both video and audio simultaneously. The button
turns red, along with the Video Mute and Audio Mute buttons.
•
Click the Sync Mutebutton to mute video and sync. The button turns red along with
the Video Mute button
To unmute any signal, click the appropriate button. The button reverts to the default color,
indicating the signal has been unmuted.
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Configuration Pages
The configuration pages contain options for input and output configuration, EDID
management, image settings, image size and position, annotation settings, OSD settings,
and device settings. Each page is accessible via the global navigation bar.
Figure 39. Global Navigation Bar
Input and Output Configuration Page
Click the Input/Output Configicon to open this page. It contains panels for input
configuration and output configuration.
Input Configuration panel
The Input Configuration panel consists of user configurable fields for each input. These
include input signal type, audio format, aspect ratio, automatic Auto-Image, Auto Memory,
HDCP Authorized status, and Film Detect.
Figure 40. Input Configuration panel
Signal type
From the Signal Typedrop-down menu, select the signal type for input 1 from Auto
Detect(default), RGB, Auto-YUV, RGBcvS, S-Video, and Composite. For input 2
HDMI/DVI, and for input 3 DisplayPort are the only available signal types.
Audio Format
From the Audio Formatdrop-down menu, select the audio format type for inputs 2 and
3, from None, LPCM-2ch, and Full Digital. For input 1 no audio is available
Aspect ratio
From the Aspect Ratiodrop-down menu select Fillor Follow.
• Fill— Scales the input signal to fill the entire video output.
• Follow— Follows the signal aspect ratio, with respect to the current output
resolution setting. Black letter box or pillar box bars may be applied for aspect ratio
compensation.
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Auto-Image
Select the Auto-Imagecheck box for input 1 to enable an automatic Auto-Image to an
input. When enabled, Auto-Image is applied whenever there is a change in the input sync.
Auto-Image attempts to size and center the input signal based on the aspect ratio setting.
By default, the Auto-Image threshold is 25% brightness. Analog video signals greater
than the threshold are considered active video. To change the threshold value, use SIS
commands.
Auto Memory
Select the Auto Memorycheck box of the desired input to enable the Auto Memory. Auto
Memory recalls input and image settings for signals that have previously been applied.
When Auto Memory is disabled, the scaler treats every newly applied input as a new
source.
HDCP Authorized
Select the HDCP Authorizedcheck box to enable or disable the HDCP Authorized
feature for inputs 2 and 3. This feature determines if a digital input will report as an HDCP
authorized sink to a source.
NOTE: This option is not available for analog inputs 1.
For source devices that require encryption, enable HDCP Authorized. If HDCP Authorized
is disabled for sources that require encryption (for example, a Blu-ray player), the output is
muted or a warning message is displayed.
Some source devices may encrypt their output even if the source material does not
require HDCP encryption, preventing content from being displayed on a non-HDCP
compliant display. Disable HDCP Authorized to allow the output of the scaler to remain
unencrypted.
Film Detect
Select the Film Detectcheck box of the desired input to enable automatic 3:2, 2:2, and
24:1 film pulldown detection for NTSC, PAL, SECAM, and 1080i input signals.
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Output Configuration panel
The Output Configuration panel contains controls for output resolution and rate, output
format settings, switch transitions, Accu-RATE frame lock (AFL) settings, and available
test pattern selection.
Figure 41. Output Configuration
Resolution
From the Resolutiondrop-down menu, select the applicable output resolution.
Refresh rate
From the Refresh Ratedrop-down menu, select the applicable output refresh rate.
Output format
From each drop-down menu; 1 (HDMI), 2A (HDMI), or
2B (DTP), select the applicable digital signal format. See the
image at right for format selection.
Switch transitions
From the Switch Transitions panel, select one of the following
radio buttons:
• Fade Through Black— Fades video to a black screen before switching to the
newly selected video.
• Cut— Switches video directly to the newly selected input.
Accu-RATE frame lock (AFL)
From the Accu-RATE Frame Lock panel, select one of the following radio buttons:
• Off— Frame lock is disabled.
• Input AFL— Frame lock is enabled.
NOTE: AFL is a patented technology exclusive to Extron that locks the output frame
rate to a designated input to eliminate stuttering caused by frame rate conversion.
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Test patterns
To aid display device setup and optimization, select a test pattern from the drop-down
menu under the preview window.
Crosshatch
Alternating
Pixels
Crosshatch 4x4
Alternating
Lines
Crop
Color Bars
White Field
Grayscale
Ramp
Blue Mode
1.33 Aspect
1.78 Aspect
1.85 Aspect
2.35 Aspect
Figure 42. Available Test Patterns
NOTE: No input signal is needed when using a test pattern for display device setup.
EDID Minder Page
EDID Minder is an EDID management process that manages the EDID information
between the scaler and one or more input sources. Click the EDID Mindericon on the
global navigation bar to open the EDID Minder page.
Figure 43. EDID Minder Page
The EDID properties currently assigned to each input are displayed in the table of inputs.
The audio input format listed in an EDID is determined by the audio input format selected
on the Input Configuration page.
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Up to three EDID can be stored on the device as custom EDID files. Audio settings from
custom EDID files take priority over current settings on the input.
NOTE: If an analog custom EDID file is assigned to a digital input or a digital custom
EDID file assigned to an analog input, the display may not appear correctly.
Filtering Available EDID
Use the Filtertab to limit the number of available EDID displayed in the Available EDIDs
and Connected Outputs sections.
1. From the Resolutiondrop-down menu select a specific resolution or Any.
2. From the Refresh Ratedrop-down menu select a specific refresh rate or Any.
Assigning EDID
To assign EDID to selected inputs:
1. From the inputs group box (table of inputs) on the right, select the check boxes for
the desired inputs
2. From the Favorites, Available EDIDs, or Connected Outputs panel on the left, select
the desired EDID.
3. From the inputs group box, click the Assignbutton to assign EDID to the selected
inputs.
To assign EDID to all inputs:
1. From the Favorites, Connected Outputs, or Available EDIDs panel, select an EDID.
2. From the inputs group box, click the Assign to Allbutton.
NOTE: Unchecked inputs are ignored when assigning an EDID to all inputs.
To match the selected inputs to the current output resolution:
Matching the output resolution is the default value for all inputs.
1. From the inputs group box (table of inputs) on the right, select the check boxes for
the desired inputs
2. In the Output Resolution panel, click the Match Outputbutton.
Adding EDID to the EDID Library
1. Click the Add EDID to Librarybutton. The Browse Add EDID to Library
window opens.
2. Navigate to the desired EDID file location and select it.
NOTE: Valid EDID files have a .bin file extension.
3. Click the Openbutton. The EDID is added to the Available EDIDs panel.
Saving EDID to the EDID Library
1. From the Favorites, Connected Outputs, or Available EDIDs panel right-click on an
EDID.
2. Select Save to EDID Library.
3. Click the OKbutton to save the file.
NOTE: Saving a factory EDID exports an HDMI, LPCM-2Ch EDID to the PC. The file is
saved as a .bin file.
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Image Settings Page
From this page, signal sampling and picture control settings can be adjusted, user and
input presets can be saved and recalled, and overscan settings can be applied. Click the
Image Settingsicon on the global navigation bar to open the Image settings page.
Figure 44. Image Settings Page
Signal Sampling panel
Signal sampling optimizes the input signal to the scaler for the currently selected input.
Figure 45. Signal Sampling Panel
To manually adjust signal sampling settings, enter a value within the Min and Max values
displayed to the right of each adjustable setting, or click the Upor Downarrows. An
asterisk beside a chosen value for a signal sampling setting indicates that it is a default
value for the applied video signal.
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To automatically adjust these settings, perform one of the following:
•
•
Click the Auto-Imagebutton to perform a one-time Auto-Image.
Click the Auto-Image & Fillbutton to perform a one-time Auto-Image and fill the
entire video output (ignores aspect ratio setting).
•
Click the Auto-Image & Followbutton to perform a one-time Auto-Image and to
maintain the aspect ratio of the input signal (ignores aspect ratio setting).
Picture Controls panel
The Picture Controls panel shows adjustable image settings for the selected input.
Figure 46. Picture Controls Panel
To adjust the picture settings, click and drag the associated slider for any image setting
(brightness, contrast, color, tint, or detail) to the desired value.
Alternatively, enter a value within the field associated with the image setting, or click the
Upand Downarrows to change the value in the field.
Presets panel
Presets save output settings to be recalled through RS-232 or Ethernet (see the table on
next page for a comparison of saved settings for input and user presets).
Figure 47. Input and User Presets Panel
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Settings Included Within Presets
User Preset
Setting
Input Preset
Horizontal and Vertical Start
Active Lines
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Pixel Phase
Active Pixels
Total Pixels
Input Type
Film Detect
Brightness and Contrast
Color and Tint
Detail
X
X
X
X
X
Image Size and Position
Preset Name
NOTE: User presets can be saved on one input resolution and recalled on a different
one. Input presets can only be recalled on the same input resolution that was present
when the preset was saved.
Input presets
There are 128 presets that are global to all inputs. The presets contain all of the settings
for an input when used with an upstream matrix switcher. Input presets save signal type,
signal sampling, and picture control settings.
To save an input preset:
1. From the Input Presets list, select the desired preset.
2. Click the Save Presetbutton. If the selected preset already has stored information
on it, the Presets dialog box opens. Click the Overwritebutton to erase the previous
data and save the new settings. Click the Cancelbutton to return to the Image
Settings page.
To rename a preset:
1. In the Input Preset Name column, double-click an Input Preset Name.
2. Change the name as desired.
3. Press the <Enter> key to save the new name.
To recall an input preset:
1. From the Input Presets list, select the desired preset.
2. Click the Recall Presetbutton. The Presets dialog box opens.
3. Click the Recallbutton to recall the preset. Click the Cancelbutton to return to the
Image Settings page.
To clear a preset:
1. From the Input Presets list select the desired preset.
2. Click the Clearbutton. The Presets dialog box opens.
3. Click the Clearbutton to erase saved data. Click the Cancelbutton to return to the
Image Settings page.
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User Presets
There are 16 user presets per input to save picture control settings only.
To save a user preset:
1. From the User Presets list, select the desired preset.
2. Click the Save Presetbutton. If the selected preset already has stored information
on it, the Presets dialog box opens. Click the Overwritebutton to erase the previous
data and save the new settings. Click the Cancelbutton to return to the Image
Settings page.
To rename a preset:
1. In the User Preset Name column, double-click a User Preset Name.
2. Change the name as desired.
3. Press the <Enter> key to save the new name.
To recall a user preset:
1. From the User Presets list, select the desired preset.
2. Click the Recall Presetbutton. The Presets dialog box opens.
3. Click the Recallbutton to recall the preset. Click the Cancelbutton to return to the
Image Settings page.
To clear a preset:
1. From the User Presets list, select the desired preset.
2. Click the Clearbutton. The Presets dialog box opens.
3. Click the Clearbutton to erase saved data. Click the Cancelbutton to return to the
Image Settings page.
Size and Position Page
The Size and Position page provides three methods of adjusting image output size and
position: graphically, numerically, or automatically with Auto-Image. Click the Size and
Positionicon on the global navigation bar to open the Size and Position page.
Figure 48. Size and Position Page
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To adjust the size and position graphically:
If desired, click the Lock Aspect Ratiocheck box to constrain proportions.
1. Click and drag the drag points of the sample image to resize the image within the
designated space (defined by the black area in figure 51).
2. Click anywhere inside the sample image (see the blue rectangle with a circle inside in
figure 51) and drag it anywhere within the designated space to reposition the image.
To adjust the size and position numerically:
1. Enter a value or click the Upor Downarrow in the Horizontal Sizeand
Vertical Sizefields.
2. Enter a value or click the Upor Downarrow in the Horizontal Positionand
Vertical Positionfields.
To adjust the size and position automatically:
To automatically adjust these settings, perform one of the following:
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•
Click the Auto-Imagebutton to perform a one-time Auto-Image.
Click the Auto-Image & Fillbutton to perform a one-time Auto-Image and fill the
entire video output (ignores aspect ratio settings).
•
Click the Auto-Image & Followbutton to perform a one-time Auto-Image and to
maintain the aspect ratio of the input signal (ignores aspect ratio settings.
Annotations Settings Page
The Annotations Settings page shows details of installed USB devices (touchpanels
connected the Annotator 300), the currently used and installed fonts, selected display
options, and a list of images ( in bmp and jpeg formats) saved in the 42 MB of memory.
Click the Annotation Settingsicon on the global navigation bar to open the Annotation
Settings page.
Figure 49. Annotation Settings Page
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Installed USB devices
This section lists the installed devices and displays the type, manufacturer, model, and
version number. The buttons below the list allows the user to view the comm sheet for the
USB device, start device calibration, remove existing, or add new devices to the list.
To view the USB device comm sheet click the Comm Sheetbutton. The device sheet
opens in a separate window.
To calibrate the USB device click the Calibratebutton.
Then do the following:
Touch to Start
1
2
1. Observe the connected touchpanel screens. On all screens
a green box appears at top center. To start the sequence,
tap the box on the panel screen you intend to calibrate.
5
2. The box disappears and a crosshatch + appears in the
upper left corner. Tap the screen at the crosshatch.
3. The crosshatch re-appears at the top right corner. Tap the
4
3
crosshatch. The crosshatch re-appears in the lower right.
4. Repeat by tapping the crosshatch as it reappears in each corner, in sequence (see
image at above right) and then tap the crosshatch when it appears in the center of the
screen.
5. After tapping the fifth (central) crosshatch, the unit saves the calibration data and
restarts the sequence by showing the green box on the connected touchpanel.
6. Press any front panel button to exit the sequence and save the data.
To remove a USB device form the list select the device in the list and click the Remove
button. The device is removed from the listing.
To add a USB device to the list ensure the device is connected to the Annotator 300
and click the Addbutton. The device is added to the listing and is ready for calibration.
Font selection
This section lists the fonts that are installed and currently used by the Annotator 300.
The buttons below the list allows the user to select and apply an installed font, remove
existing, or add new fonts to the list.
To apply an existing font select the desired font from the list and click the Apply
button. The font becomes the current font and the font name is displayed as current.
To remove an existing font select the desired font from the list and click the Remove
button. The font is removed from the list and a dialog box confirms removal.
NOTES:
• The default font (DejaVuSans) and the currently used font cannot be removed from
the list.
• To remove a font that is currently being used, set another font as the current font
(via the Applybutton) then remove the relevant font.
To add a font to the list:
1. Click the Addbutton. The Add a Font dialog box opens.
2. Scroll to select the relevant font and style.
3. Click Add. The new font is added to the Installed Fonts listing.
Click Cancel to exit the Add a Font procedure without any additions being made.
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Display options
This section allows the user to select drop shadow settings, select the display to show
annotations, and set the annotation auto clearing frequency.
To use drop shadow in the annotation display select the Use Drop Shadowcheck
box. Clear the check box to remove the drop shadow.
To select an output display to show annotations select one or both Show
Annotationscheck boxes. Clearing the check boxes disables the annotations from the
relevant display.
To set the annotation auto clearing frequency select one of the radio buttons as
desired for the following settings:
•
•
•
Never clear
Clear after input switch
Clear after input switch or a new (signal) frequency detection.
Internal memory
This section lists the images that have been uploaded or saved to the internal memory
and the current recalled image. Listed images can also be previewed. The memory can
hold up to 42 MB of image data. When an image in the list is selected, a preview button
appears, allowing the user to view the image before recall. A selected image can be
recalled, hidden, or saved to the connected PC.
The buttons below the list allows the user to select and remove existing, or add new
images to the list.
To remove an existing image select the desired image from the list and click the
Removebutton. A dialog box opens requesting confirmation for removal, and the image is
removed from the list.
NOTES:
• The currently recalled (used) image cannot be removed from the list.
• To remove an image that is currently being used, recall another image as the
current image and then remove the relevant image.
To add an image to the list:
1. Click the Addbutton. The Add Image dialog box opens.
2. Browse to a folder and select the relevant image (with .bmp or .jpg extension).
3. Click Open. The new image is added to the Images in Memory listing.
Click Cancel to exit the Add Image procedure without any additions being made.
To preview a listed image:
1. Select the desired image (hover curser over image name). The Previewbutton
appears.
2. Click the Previewbutton. The image opens in a separate window.
3. Click the “x” in the top right corner to close the preview window.
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To recall, hide, or save a listed image:
1. Select the desired image (hover curser over image name) and right-click the mouse
button. A drop-down menu appears (Recall, Hide, and Save to Computer).
2. Select the desired action.
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•
•
If recalling the image, the selected image is displayed on the output.
If hiding the image, the selected image is not displayed on the output.
If saving the image to a computer a Save Image window opens allowing the user to
browse to a folder to save the selected image.
OSD Settings Page
The On Screen Display (OSD) Settings page allows the user to set captured image
options, set specific OSD display options, and select current per input OSD menus.
Click the OSD Settingsicon on the global navigation bar to open the OSD Settings
page.
Figure 50. OSD Settings Page
Capture options
This section allows the user to set the image format for capture and to select where to
save the image. In addition the captured image can be printed during capture.
To set the image format click the Image Formatbutton and select the format from
the drop down menu.
To select where to save the captured image click the Save Tobutton and select the
location from the drop down menu. If the Network Driveoption is selected, a Change
button appears allowing the user to select the folder location. A separate Network Drive
Settings dialog box opens after clicking the Changebutton. This allows the user to
browse to a folder of choice and, if required, enter a user name and password.
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Display options
This section allows the user to choose on which outputs the cursor, menu, and the date
and time are shown. In addition the cursor and menu can be hidden after setting a fixed
time in seconds. The position of the date and time on the output screen can also be set.
To set the output to display the cursor, menu, and date and time, select each
output box as desired for OSD option.
To set the time to hide the displayed cursor and menu, select the Hide After
check box and enter a time in seconds (1-500).
To set the horizontal and vertical position of the date and time display, select each
Show check box as applicable, and enter the horizontal position in pixels (0-1920) and
the vertical position (0-1080).
Current OSD menus
This section allows the user to choose on which output which OSD menu is displayed,
and allows the user access to customize the OSD menu per output.
To set the output to display a selected the OSD, click the input Change... button. A
separate Customize On Screen Display window opens.
Figure 51. Customize OSD Window — Input Selection Menu
Select the check boxes as desired. To change the font, click the Fontbutton and select
a font from the newly opened dialog box. Click Applywhen all changes have been made.
Click Cancelto exit the OSD options procedure without any changes being made.
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To change or customize the OSD menu, click the menu Change... button. A separate
Customize On Screen Display window with a Tools menu opens.
Figure 52. Customize OSD Window — Tools Menu
Follow the directions in the menu panel to customize the menu. A menu preview is
available. Click Applywhen menu is as desired. Click the Reset to Defaultbutton
to revert the menu to the default menu.
Click Cancel to exit the OSD options procedure without any changes being made.
General Settings Page
The General Settings page allows the user to set the front panel lockout mode (Exec
Mode) for the Annotator 300, and to enable and sets, or disable auto switching. In
addition it gives access to the hardware settings page. Click the General Settingsicon
on the global navigation bar to open the General Settings page.
Figure 53. General Settings Page
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To open the Hardware Setting page, click the menu Hardware Settings button. The
Hardware Settings page opens in a separate window. See the Annotator 300 Help
file for Hardware Setting details.
To set the front panel lockout mode, click the applicable Front Panel Lockout (Exec
Mode) radio button as desired. See the Annotator 300 Helpfile for Exec Mode
settings.
To enable auto switch, check the Auto Switch check box and then click the applicable
radio button. See the Annotator 300 Helpfile for Auto Switch setting details.
To disable auto switch, uncheck the Auto Switch check box.
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Accessing the Web
Page
This section describes how to access the default web page and the web page contents.
The web page is is always available and cannot be erased or overwritten. Topics that are
covered here are:
•
•
Accessing the Default Web Page
Access the Annotator 300 on-board web page as follows:
1. Double click the web browser icon on the PC desktop to launch the web browser.
2. Click in the browser’s Addressfield.
3. Enter the unit’s IP address in the browser’s Addressfield.
NOTE: If the local system administrators have not changed the value, the factory-
specified default, 192.168.254.254, is the correct value for this field.
4. To have the browser to display a page other than the default page (such as a custom
page that you have created and uploaded), enter a slash (/) and the file name to open.
NOTE: The browser Addressfield should display the address in the following
format: xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/{optional_file_name.html}
The following characters are invalid in file names: {space} ~ @ = ‘ [ ] { } < >
’ “ ; : | \ and ?.
5. Press the keyboard <Enter key>. The device checks to see if it is password
protected.
If password protected, the Annotator 300 downloads the Connect to (IP
address)page. If it is not password protected, proceed to step 7.
6. Click in the Passwordfield and type in the appropriate administrator or user name
and password.
7. Click OK.
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Navigating the Default Web Page
The Annotator 300 default web page has six sections: Communication Settings,
Input/Output Status, Date/Time Settings, Configure This
Device, Device Info, and Passwords.
When logged in as an administrator, configuration of some of the device settings is
possible by clicking on the applicable buttons. See the individual sections for details.
NOTE: When logged in as a user the web page is displayed as read-only. All buttons
are grayed out and not available.
Figure 54. Annotator 300 Web Page
At the top left corner of the web page the current installed firmware build is shown. At the
bottom right corner, the current web page build is shown (for example, DWP v0.00.21).
Communication Settings
This section displays the current TCP/IP and RS-232 settings.
Figure 55. Communications Settings Section
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When logged in as an administrator, TCP /IP settings can be changed.
NOTE: RS-232 settings are read-only cannot be changed via the web page.
To change the TCP/IP settings:
1. Click on the Editbutton. The Communication Settingsdialog box opens.
Figure 56. Communications Settings Dialog
2. To obtain an IP address automatically check the DHCP check box. Alternatively, to
manually assign IP, Subnet Mask, and Default gateway addresses complete all the
fields as desired.
3. Click the Applybutton to accept the pending changes.
Clicking the Cancelbutton cancels any pending changes and closes the dialog box.
Clicking the Reset to Default button resets the device to the factory default IP
address (192.168.254.254).
Input/Output Status
This read-only section displays the current input and output status. These are not
configurable via the web page.
Figure 57. Input and Output Status Section
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NOTE: An lock icon with a cross indicates that an input or output is not HDCP-
encrypted. A closed lock with a check mark icon or the text “HDCP”, indicate that
an input or output is HDCP-encrypted.
The Active Input section displays the active input number, the resolution and refresh rate,
the signal format and the HDCP encryption status.
The Outputs section displays the output number, the resolution and refresh rate, the
output format and the HDCP encryption status.
Date and Time
This section displays the current device date and time settings.
Figure 58. Date and Time Section
To sync the date and time of the device to a connected PC, click on the Sync to PC
button and click Apply
To change the Date and Time settings manually:
1. Click on the Set Manuallybutton. The Date and Time Settingsdialog box
opens.
Figure 59. Date and Time Settings Dialog
2. In the Datefield, click on the calendar icon at the right and select the month and day
as applicable.
3. In the Timefield, enter the time directly, or click on each drop-down arrow to set the
hours, minutes, and seconds.
4. Select AM or PM as applicable
5. Click Apply.
Clicking the Cancelbutton cancels any pending changes and closes the dialog box.
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Configure This Device
This section allows the user to install the device configuration software, PCS.
Figure 60. Configure This Device Section
To configure the device, click on the link and install the software. Follow the embedded
help file instructions for device configuration.
Device Info
This section display the device information. It also gives access to update the installed
device firmware.
Figure 61. Device Info Section
To edit the device name click on the Editbutton. The Device Namedialog box opens.
Figure 62. Device Name Dialog
Enter a suitable name for the device and click the Applybutton to accept the pending
changes.
Clicking the Cancelbutton cancels any pending changes and closes the dialog box.
Clicking the Reset to Default button resets the device to the factory default device
name. Default name, (Annotator-300 + last 3 pairs of the MAC address).
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To update the installed device firmware click on the Updatebutton. The Firmware
Updatedialog box opens.
Figure 63. Firmware Update Dialog
1. Click Browseto find and select the downloaded firmware file. Valid firmware files
have an S19 file extension.
2. Click Open. This returns you to the Firmware Update dialog box.
3. Click Update. The progress bar shows the progress of the firmware upload to the
device. After uploading is completed, the device restarts. Reconnection to the device
must be made to enable live configuration.
Clicking the Cancelbutton cancels any pending changes and closes the dialog box.
Passwords
This section gives access to set and change the passwords for the connected device.
Figure 64. Passwords Section
To set or change existing passwords click on the Setbutton. The Passwordsdialog box
opens.
Figure 65. Passwords Dialog
1. Enter a password in the administrator password field for the administrator.
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2. Enter the same password in the confirm password field and click Apply. The
password is now set.
After a password has been set for the administrator, a user password can be set.
1. Enter a password in the user password field for the user.
2. Enter the same password in the confirm password field and click Apply. The user
password is now set.
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Ethernet
Connection
This section describes connection to the Ethernet.
Ethernet Link
The rear panel Ethernet connector on the Annotator 300 can be connected to an Ethernet
LAN or WAN. This connection makes SIS or software control of the unit possible using a
computer connected to the same LAN.
Ethernet Connection
The Ethernet cable can be terminated as a straight-through cable or a crossover cable
and must be properly terminated for your application.
•
•
Crossover cable — Direct connection between the computer and the Annotator.
Patch (straight) cable — Connection of the Annotator 300 to an Ethernet LAN.
Pins:
12345678
Straight-through Cable
(for connection to a switch, hub, or router)
End 1
Pin Wire Color
End 2
Pin Wire Color
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
white-orange
orange
white-green
blue
white-blue
green
white-brown
brown
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
white-orange
orange
white-green
blue
white-blue
green
white-brown
brown
Insert Twisted
Pair Wires
RJ-45
Connector
Crossover Cable
(for direct connection to a PC)
End 1
Pin Wire Color
End 2
Pin Wire Color
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
white-orange
orange
white-green
blue
white-blue
green
white-brown
brown
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
white-green
green
white-orange
blue
white-blue
orange
white-brown
brown
Figure 66. RJ-45 Connector Pinout Tables
Default Address
To access the Annotator 300 via the Ethernet port, you need the unit’s IP address. If the
address has been changed to an address comprised of words and characters, the actual
numeric IP address can be determined using the ping utility. If the address has not been
changed, the factory-specified default is 192.168.254.254.
Ping can also be used to test the Ethernet link to the Annotator 300.
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Ping to determine Extron IP address
The ping utility is available at the command (Cmd) prompt. Ping tests the Ethernet
interface between the computer and the Annotator 300. Ping can also be used to
determine the actual numeric IP address from an alias and to determine the web address.
Ping the device as follows:
1. From the Windows Start menu, select Run.... The Run window opens.
2. In the Open text field, enter command.
3. Click OK. A DOS command window opens.
4. At the DOS prompt, enter ping IP address (for example, 10.13.197.37). The
computer returns a display similar to the figure below.
The line Pinging ... reports the actual numeric IP address, regardless of whether
you entered the actual numeric IP address or an alias name.
Figure 67. Ping Response
Ping to determine web IP address
The ping utility has a modifier, -a, that directs the command to return the web
address rather than the numeric IP address.
At the DOS prompt, enter ping -a IP address.The computer’s return display
is similar to the ping response shown in figure above, except that when you specify
the -a modifier, the line Pinging mail...reports the web IP address instead of the
numeric
IP address, regardless of whether you entered the actual numeric IP address or an
alias name.
Connect as a Telnet client
The Telnet utility is available from the command prompt. Telnet allows you to input SIS
commands to the Annotator 300 from the PC via the Ethernet link and the LAN.
Access the prompt and start Telnet as follows:
1. From the Windows Startmenu, select Run.... The Run window opens.
2. In the Open text field, enter command.
3. Click OK. A command window opens.
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4. At the prompt, enter Telnet. The computer returns a display similar to the figure
below.
Figure 68. Telnet Screen
Telnet Tips
It is not the intention of this manual to detail all of the operations and functionality of
Telnet; however, some basic level of understanding is necessary for operating the
Annotator 300 via Telnet.
Connecting to the Annotator 300 (Open command)
You connect to the Annotator 300 using the Open command. Once your computer is
connected to the unit you can enter the SIS commands the same as you would if you
were using the RS-232 link.
Connect to the device as follows:
1. At the Telnet prompt, enter open IP address.
If the processor is not password protected, no further prompts are displayed until you
disconnect from the Annotator 300.
If the processor is password protected, Telnet displays the password prompt.
2. If necessary, enter the password at the password prompt.
Connection to the processor via the Ethernet can be password protected. There are
two levels of password protection: administrator and user.
•
A person logged on as an administrator has full access to all the processing
capabilities and editing functions.
•
Users can select test patterns, mute or unmute the output, select a blue
screen, and view all settings with the exception of passwords.
By default, the processor is delivered with both passwords set to carriage return.
Once you are logged in, the processor returns either Login Administratoror
Login User. No further prompts are displayed until you disconnect the from the
Annotator 300.
Escape character and Esc key
When Telnet is first started, the utility advises that the Escape character is <Ctrl> +<]>.
Many SIS commands include the keyboard <Esc> key. Consequently, some confusion
may exist between the escape character and the <Esc> key.
The Telnet escape character is a key combination: the <Ctrl> key and the <]> key
pressed simultaneously. Pressing these keys displays the Telnet prompt while leaving the
connection to the Annotator 300 intact.
The Escape key is the <Esc> key on the computer keyboard.
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Local echo
Once your computer is connected to the Annotator 300, by default Telnet does not
display your keystrokes on the screen. SIS commands are entered blindly, and only the
SIS responses are displayed on the screen. To command Telnet to show all keystrokes,
enter set local echo at the Telnet prompt before you open the connection to the
processor.
With local echo turned on, keystrokes and the processor’s responses are displayed on
the same line. Example: 1*1*1!01Out01 In01 All where 1*1*1! is the SIS command and
01Out01 In01 All is the response.
Note that all keystrokes are displayed, even those that should be masked, such as the
password entry. For example, when entering a password with local echo turned on, you
see a display such as a*d*m*i*n*, where admin is the keyed-in password and ***** is the
masked response
Local echo can be turned off by entering unset local_echo at the Telnet prompt. If your
computer is connected to the Annotator 300, and you need to access the Telnet prompt
to turn local echo off, enter the escape sequence (Ctrl + ]).
Setting carriage return-line feed
Unless commanded otherwise, Telnet transmits a line feed character only (no carriage
return) to the connected processor when you press the <Enter> key. This is the correct
setting for SIS communication with the processor. The Telnet set crlf command forces
Telnet to transmit carriage return and line feed characters when <Enter> is pressed;
however, if crlf is set, the SIS link with the processor does not function properly.
Closing the link to the processor
To close the link to the processor, access the Telnet prompt by entering the escape
sequence (<Ctrl> + <]>). At the Telnet prompt, enter close.
Help
For Telnet command definitions, enter ?at the Telnet prompt.
Exiting Telnet (Quit command)
Exit the Telnet utility by entering quitat the Telnet prompt. If you are connected to the
Annotator 300, access the Telnet prompt by entering the escape sequence (<Ctrl> + <]>).
Subnetting Basics
A subnet is a subset of a network — a set of IP devices that have portions of their IP
addresses in common. It is not the purpose of this manual to describe TCP/IP protocol
in detail. However, some understanding of TCP/IP subnetting is necessary in order
to understand the interaction of the Annotator 300 and the mail server gateway. To
understand subnetting at the level required to install and operate the Annotator 300, you
must understand the concepts of a gateway, local and remote devices, IP addresses and
octets, and subnet masks and octets.
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Gateways
The Annotator 300 can communicate with the e-mail server that it uses for e-mail
notification directly (if they are on the same subnet), or the communication can be routed
via a gateway (a computer that provides a link between different subnets).
Local and remote devices
The local and remote devices are defined from the point of view of the function being
described. In this manual, subnetting is an issue when you are using the controlling PC to
set TCP/IP values in the Annotator 300.
IP addresses and octets
Valid IP addresses consist of four 1-, 2-, or 3-digit numeric subfields, properly called
octets, which are separated by dots (periods) (figure 61). Each octet can be numbered
from 000 through 255. Leading zeros, up to 3 digits total per octet, are optional. Values of
256 and above are invalid.
Typical IP Address: 192.168.254.254
Octets
Figure 69. IP Address and Octets
Subnet masks and octets
The subnet mask (figure 62) is used to determine whether the local and remote devices
are on the same subnet or different subnets. The subnet mask consists of four numeric
octets separated by dots. Each octet can be numbered from 000 through 255. Leading
zeros, up to 3 digits total per octet, are optional. Each octet typically contains either 255
or 0. The octets determine whether or not the same octets of two IP addresses will be
compared when determining if two devices are on the same subnet.
255 indicates that this octet will be
0 indicates that this octet will not be
compared between two IP addresses.
compared between two IP addresses.
Typical Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0
Octets
Figure 70. Subnet Mask and Octets
Determining whether devices are on the same subnet
To determine the subnet, the local device’s IP address is compared to the remote device’s
IP address (figure 63 below). Each address’s octets are compared or not, depending on
the value in the related subnet mask octet.
•
If a subnet mask octet contains the value 255, the related octets of the local device’s
address and the remote device’s IP address are unmasked.
Unmasked octets are compared (indicated by ?in the figure below).
If the subnet mask octet contains the value 0, the related octets of the local device’s
and remote device’s IP addresses are masked.
•
Masked octets are not compared (indicated by Xin the figure below).
If the unmasked octets of the two IP addresses match (indicated by =in the figure below,
example 1), the two addresses are on the same subnet.
If the two unmasked fields do not match (indicated by an unequal sign in the figure below,
example 2 and example 3), the addresses are not on the same subnet.
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Example 1
Local IP Address: 192.168.254.254
Example 2
192.168.254.254
Example 3
192.168.254.254
Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0 (?.?.X.X) 255.255.0.0 (?.?.X.X) 255.255.0.0 (?.?.X.X)
Remote IP Address: 192.168.2.25
190.190.2.25
≠.≠.X.X — No match =.≠.X.X — No match
(Different subnet) (Different subnet)
192.190.2.25
Match?: =.=.X.X — Match
(Same subnet)
Figure 71. Comparing the IP Addresses
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Extron Warranty
Extron Electronics warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years
from the date of purchase. In the event of malfunction during the warranty period attributable directly to faulty
workmanship and/or materials, Extron Electronics will, at its option, repair or replace said products or components,
to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to restore said product to proper operating condition, provided that it is
returned within the warranty period, with proof of purchase and description of malfunction to:
USA, Canada, South America,
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This Limited Warranty does not apply if the fault has been caused by misuse, improper handling care, electrical
or mechanical abuse, abnormal operating conditions, or if modifications were made to the product that were not
authorized by Extron.
NOTE: If a product is defective, please call Extron and ask for an Application Engineer to receive an RA (Return
Authorization) number. This will begin the repair process.
USA:
Asia:
714.491.1500 or 800.633.9876
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Europe: 31.33.453.4040
Japan: 81.3.3511.7655
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during shipment. Returned units must include the serial number and a description of the problem, as well as the
name of the person to contact in case there are any questions.
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indirect, or consequential damages resulting from any defect in this product even if Extron Electronics has been
advised of such damage.
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not apply to you.
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+1.919.850.1000
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