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 Copyright Media Technologies 1999 - 2008 

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SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LARGER ARRAY SIZES 

The processor can configure different array formats “on the fly” using mapping commands 
downloaded to the processor. If you have purchased several processors to assemble a large 
video wall array, connect the processors as described in the file 
“technote_array_formats.pdf” supplied on the software CD. 
 

Example for 6x5 Video Wall Array 

An example 6x5 video wall can be configured using two 16-Channel Brick-2 processors 
(Processor-ID = 0 and Processor-ID = 1). 
 
Connect the monitors in the array as shown in the table below. 

 

You  must  connect  the  video  input  source(s)  to  BOTH  processors  -  this  requires  a  2-way 
video  splitter-amplifier  (not  supplied)  as  shown  below.  Alternatively  a  passive  “T” 
connector can be used. This will result in slightly reduced video quality. 
 
The processors are controlled using a daisy chain loop RS232 cable (supplied). Connect the 
processors as shown below. 

Processor 0

Processor 1

Host RS232

Host RS232

Loop RS232

Loop RS232

Video

Input

Video

Input

Video Source

Video Splitter-amplifier or “T” Connector

Computer

Processor 0

Processor 1

Host RS232

Host RS232

Loop RS232

Loop RS232

Video

Input

Video

Input

Video Source

Video Splitter-amplifier or “T” Connector

Computer

 

Connecting Multiple Processors for Larger Arrays 

When supplied as a pair of processors, one processor is configured at the factory to respond 
to commands addressed to Unit-0 (ID = 0). The other processor is configured at the factory 
to respond to commands addressed to Unit-1 (ID = 1). 

Processor 0 

CH 1 

Processor 0 

CH 2 

Processor 0 

CH 3 

Processor 1 

CH 1 

Processor 1 

CH 2 

Processor 1 

CH 3 

Processor 0 

CH 4 

Processor 0 

CH 5 

Processor 0 

CH 6 

Processor 1 

CH 4 

Processor 1 

CH 5 

Processor 1 

CH 6 

Processor 0 

CH 7 

Processor 0 

CH 8 

Processor 0 

CH 9 

Processor 1 

CH 7 

Processor 1 

CH 8 

Processor 1 

CH 9 

Processor 0 

CH 10 

Processor 0 

CH 11 

Processor 0 

CH 12 

Processor 1 

CH 10 

Processor 1 

CH 11 

Processor 1 

CH 12 

Processor 0 

CH 13 

Processor 0 

CH 14 

Processor 0 

CH 15 

Processor 1 

CH 13 

Processor 1 

CH 14 

Processor 1 

CH 15 

Summary of Contents for Brick-2

Page 1: ...Brick 2 Video Wall Processor User Guide Media Technologies ...

Page 2: ...TROL SOFTWARE 3 3 VIDEO INPUTS 6 4 VIDEO OUTPUTS 7 5 ALIGNING THE VIDEO WALL IMAGE 8 6 PROGRAMMING THE PROCESSOR 10 7 SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LARGER ARRAY SIZES 13 8 ALIGNING MULTI PROCESSOR VIDEO WALL IMAGE 14 9 PROCESSOR CONNECTOR PIN CONFIGURATIONS 16 10 SAFETY SEGURIDAD 17 11 COMPLIANCE 18 ...

Page 3: ...ld see a high quality magnified picture on the array of monitors The PC software needs to be installed to change the video input and output settings 2 INSTALLING CONTROL SOFTWARE Insert the Media Technologies software CD in the drive and the installer should automatically run If it does not run use WindowsTM Explorer and double click the file called VideoWallControl msi which will installs the sof...

Page 4: ...t adapter Install the drivers for your adapter and select the COM port assigned You can ignore the Unit setting unless you are setting up a large video wall with multiple processors your processor will have been assigned Unit 0 prior to shipping If you have purchased a 9 or 25 channel processor select 9 CH or 25 Ch on the Installed Units tab Before exiting the setup menu click Save Settings Initia...

Page 5: ...d Videowall in the Program Files directory using Windows Explorer Then copy all the files and directories in the Software Files directory on the CD to the new Videowall directory in Program Files on your PC Create a short cut on your desktop to Program Files Videowall VideoWallControl exe Create a new directory in My Documents called Videowall to use for your projects If you have manually installe...

Page 6: ... video levels are being changed using the Video Input menu or if a wipe effect has been executed or if individual monitors have been sent an effect to select Video Channel 2 See the example software buttons for typical use of the two video input channels Changing Video INPUT Settings To change the video input settings click on Video Input and a bank of sliders and buttons will be visible as shown ...

Page 7: ...e same time because all processor outputs are set to the same mode Composite video or S video PAL NTSC and SECAM output modes can be selected independently of the input or linked to the input using Link to input button Irrespective of video system setting the output frame rate will always be the same frame rate as the input 50 Hz or 60 Hz Pixel smoothing can be selected select filter OFF Horizonta...

Page 8: ...e for 16 9 monitors Install the software as described previously and connect the PC to the processor using the RS 232 cable supplied If you have a multiple processor configuration to implement a large video wall array go to Page 10 instructions for video wall arrays Click Align and select the required split e g X 4 Y 4 You can use the software context sensitive help function to use this feature pr...

Page 9: ...d aligning the image click Save at the left side to ensure the processor registers these values on power up Repeat this procedure for each split e g 2x2 3x3 you wish to use Each split configuration has independent storage in flash Exception is individual monitor alignment which is fixed independent of the split You can adjust vertical and horizontal split values independently for example an anamor...

Page 10: ...pear Click RUN and click any button to see the effects on your video wall Click EDIT the click the button to edit the script using the built in text editor You can also edit the scripts using your own text editor as long as the files are saved as pure text and not formatted Creating New Effects Scripts The easiest way to create new effect scripts is to use the built in text editor to cut and paste...

Page 11: ...ill appear in the processor flash memory after being downloaded as myscript sfb After you have installed the new script in the processor Flash filing system you need to map it to RS232 ASCII characters sent from your controller or PC or called up by the effect switch This mapping is done by editing the file called IRMAP TXT which is located in Flash Sector 2 Click DONE to exit the Buttons menu Cli...

Page 12: ...re better implemented using the IRMAP TXT file described in the next section You will find an example script behind the Button called STARTUP SEQ located in the project EXAMPLES General_Examples To turn RS232 single character commands ON insert the following line in STARTUP SFB IRCHARACTER ON To turn RS232 single character commands OFF insert the following line in STARTUP SFB IRCHARACTER OFF Then ...

Page 13: ... processors as shown below Processor 0 Processor 1 Host RS232 Host RS232 Loop RS232 Loop RS232 Video Input Video Input Video Source Video Splitter amplifier or T Connector Computer Processor 0 Processor 1 Host RS232 Host RS232 Loop RS232 Loop RS232 Video Input Video Input Video Source Video Splitter amplifier or T Connector Computer Connecting Multiple Processors for Larger Arrays When supplied as...

Page 14: ...ory If these files do not exist for example if you have purchased the processors separately consult the Advanced User Guide for further instructions including how to set the Unit ID for each processor Click Unit ID and select the processor to align Select the Align menu and select the required split e g X 4 Y 4 There are three alignment adjustments Column Row and Monitor this is a fine adjustment ...

Page 15: ... the left side to ensure the processor registers these values on power up Repeat this procedure for each processor and each split e g 2x2 3x3 you wish to use Each split configuration has independent storage in flash Exception is individual monitor alignment which is fixed independent of the split You can adjust vertical and horizontal split values independently for example an anamorphic 6x4 split ...

Page 16: ...d 9 pin D connector with a crossover pin relative to Host RS 232 connector to enable multiple RS 232 devices to be daisy chained Loop RS 232 to Host RS 232 to Loop RS 232 etc using same RS 232 cable supplied with each processor S Video INPUT 4 pin Mini DIN Pin Signal Type 1 Y Screen GND 2 C Screen GND 3 Y video signal Input 4 C video signal Input Front View 1 2 3 4 S Video OUTPUT 4 pin Mini DIN Pi...

Page 17: ...penings must NEVER be blocked NUNCA aberturas de ventilación debe ser bloqueado Replace fuses ONLY with the same type and rating as marked on the unit Sustituir fusibles SÓLO con el mismo tipo y clasificación como está marcado en la unidad Ensure that the supply voltage available at the installation site meets the voltage range marked on the unit Asegúrese de que la tensión de alimentación disponi...

Page 18: ...C Rules of the USA Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The product was tested in a typical configuration Product Disposal Instructions The symbol shown here and on the product means that the product is classed as Electri...

Page 19: ...5026 Fax 1 417 626 7986 US Press send on announcement Email sales mediat co uk Web www mediat co uk Media Technologies reserves the right to make changes in its products without notice in order to improve design and performance The information in this document is believed to be accurate in all respects at the time of printing but is subject to change without notice Media Technologies assumes no re...

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