Introduction
5 VSM Pro User Guide
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Ethernet control — VSM Pro operates on dedicated Ethernet networks, allowing you to
focus on the creative aspects of lighting design and spend less time on setup.
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Flexible display capability — VSM Pro supports unconventional installation formats. Paired with
flexible lighting systems from Philips, VSM Pro can display video on curved and three-
dimensional surfaces.
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Seamless upgrade from version 1 — VSM Pro system offers full backwards compatibility with
Video Management Tool version 1 map files.
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Onboard video source conversion — VSM Pro integrates all required video processing,
eliminating the need for an external video conversion device.
About this Guide
This user guide offers the following information:
Planning
Chapter 2
contains an overview of the workflow used to design a VSM Pro installation and
includes a VSM Pro installation example.
Hardware and Software Setup
Chapter 3
provides step-by-step hardware and software installation instructions, steps for
setting up a PC or Mac on the dedicated lighting network, and instructions for connecting to the
VSM Pro User Interface.
Basic Operations
Chapter 4 covers the hardware Control Panel and the VSM Pro User Interface.
Working with VMT Maps
Chapter 5 has instructions for downloading and using VMT video maps.
Selecting Inputs
VSM Pro accepts multiple video input types. Chapter 6 covers how to select a video input or use
a built-in test pattern.
Optimizing Video Output
Chapter 7 covers the advanced features used to optimize a source video signal and fine-tune
video output based on network bandwidth.
Reference
For quick reference, Appendix A lists information including built-in test patterns.
