Barco Encore Presentation Switcher Quick start guide

Barco
Brand
Barco
Model
Encore Presentation Switcher
Type
Quick start guide

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Barco Encore Presentation Switcher is a versatile and powerful presentation tool that enables users to effortlessly manage and display a wide range of content sources. With its intuitive interface and comprehensive feature set, the switcher empowers users to create engaging and visually stunning presentations that captivate audiences.

The switcher supports a multitude of input and output options, allowing users to connect various devices such as laptops, cameras, and media players. It offers a seamless switching experience between sources, ensuring smooth transitions and uninterrupted presentations. Additionally, the switcher provides advanced layering and compositing capabilities, enabling users to overlay multiple sources, create dynamic effects, and produce professional-grade presentations.

Barco Encore Presentation Switcher is a versatile and powerful presentation tool that enables users to effortlessly manage and display a wide range of content sources. With its intuitive interface and comprehensive feature set, the switcher empowers users to create engaging and visually stunning presentations that captivate audiences.

The switcher supports a multitude of input and output options, allowing users to connect various devices such as laptops, cameras, and media players. It offers a seamless switching experience between sources, ensuring smooth transitions and uninterrupted presentations. Additionally, the switcher provides advanced layering and compositing capabilities, enabling users to overlay multiple sources, create dynamic effects, and produce professional-grade presentations.

Blank
Panels
Not used
AC
Connect to
AC power
source
ECU-1
HDD POWER RESET POWER
Visibly yours
Encore GC and ECU
Quick Start Guide
Visibly yours
Barco, Inc.
P/N 26-0704004-00 Rev 01
Toll Free:
Fax:
Technical Support:
Website:
+1 (888) 414-7226
+1 (916) 859-2515
+1 (866) 374-7878
www.barco.com
ECU-1 (Encore Control Unit) Front Panel
ECU Rear Panel *
HDD LED
Indicates
hard disk
activity
Power LED
Indicates
power to the
motherboard
Reset
Switch
Press to reboot
the CPU
CPU Power Switch
(Momentary) Press to apply
power to motherboard.
Press again to shut down.
USB
Ports
Not used
Hard Drive Lock
For qualified tech support
personnel only. Do not
unlock hard drive tray.
Exhaust Fan
To prevent
overheating, do not
block fan with cables
Main Power
Switch
(Latching) Turns
system power on/off.
Exhaust Fan
To prevent
overheating, do not
block fan with cables
Com1
For use by qualified
service personnel only
VGA
Not used
USB
Port
Not used
LAN 2
Connect to company network
or external show control
(e.g., Crestron)
PS2
Port
Not used
Note
DHCP Client
LAN 1
Encore closed network. Connect only to
VPs, SP-IIs, Laptop or PC, Routers, etc.
Do not connect to company network.
DHCP Server
USB
Ports
Not used
Com2
Not used
Note *
The ECU-1 is also
referred to as the ECU.
Set up Backgrounds — Select a Destination Control Tab, select a
background and the Background Properties Dialog. Select a type, and
set all background properties. Click Save, repeat for the other background.
Set up DSK — Select a Destination Control Tab, select the DSK and
select the DSK Properties Dialog. Select a type, and set all DSK
properties. Click Save. If required, adjust DSK crop parameters.
Reset Software — Reset the ECU and all Processors to their default
values. Click Reset to display the Reset Window. Click All Devices,
click Factory Defaults, and click Reset. When complete, click Connect.
System Setup (continued)
System Diagram (Sample)
Encore GC and ECU
Quick Start Guide
Visibly yours
Barco, Inc.
Toll Free:
Fax:
Technical Support:
Website:
+1 (888) 414-7226
+1 (916) 859-2515
+1 (866) 374-7878
www.barco.com
System Setup
P/N 26-0704004-00 Rev 01
1
2
3
Install Encore GC Software — For first time installations, use the Encore GC CD-ROM
to install software. For upgrades, download the Encore GC installer, un-install the
previous version, run the new installer. Refer to Appendix C, “Upgrading Software.”
4
5
Launch the Application — Launch the Encore GC application and
connect to the ECU. On the System Tab, if any lines are colored pink, a
software update is required.
6
7
Update Software — In the ECU section of the System Tab, if the ECU
line is colored pink, update ECU software. If Checksum Mismatch
appears in the “Issues” column, update Processor software.
8
9
11
Laptop or
PC running
Encore GC
ECU
Out
PCs (DVI)
In
Out
16 x 16 MatrixPRO RGBHV Router
16 x 16 MatrixPRO SDI Router
Encore Video Processor, 3 M/E
Destination 1
PG 2
PVW
PG 1
Program Preview
6 x RGBHV
1 x Bgnd
1-6
6 x SDI
1-6
1 x DSK
Up to 16 SDI Inputs
Up to 16 Analog Inputs
Background DSK
Ethernet Switch
(Local Network Only)
Out
ID Setup and Power Up — Ensure that IDs are set for all VP, VPx and ScreenPRO-II
video processors. Power up all gear. If a ScreenPRO-II is used as a destination, enable
remote control. Power up the ECU.
Set up Routers and DAs — Use the Routers Tab to configure all
routers and DAs. Click Apply for each. When complete, check router
status on System Tab, and test communications if required.
Patch Outputs — Use the Output Patch Tab to patch router outputs
to Processor inputs. When complete, click ECU > Save Configuration.
10
Set up Destinations — Use the Destination Setup Tab to assign
Processors, and to configure destination’s name, type, output
settings, EDID, widescreen and router modes (if applicable). Click Apply All.
12
Patch Sources — Use the Sources Tab to set up each source’s name,
connection type, router and the desired source button on the
Destination Control Tab. When complete, click ECU > Save Configuration.
14
Verify Patching — Select a Destination Control Tab. Click View >
Preview. Click layer 1A on Preview, and switch sources in the Source/
Preset Section. Verify sources on your preview monitor. Repeat for other layers.
15
Save System Configuration — In the Menu Bar, Click ECU > Save Configuration to
save the current configuration in the ECU.
13
System
System
Routers
Output Patch
Sources
Dest1
Destination Setup
System setup is comprised of 15 sequences, each of which includes many
steps. For error-free installation, always refer to the associated section in
Chapter 6 of the User’s Guide. The circled sequence numbers are identical.
Before you begin, ensure that your system is properly cabled. Refer to
Chapter 3, “Hardware Installation” for details.
System
Set up Projectors — Select a destination on the Destination Setup
Tab. Enable the Raster Box and burst pattern. At the projector,
adjust for minimum noise, adjust pixel clock for image position. Use gray scale pattern to
adjust balance, brightness, contrast. If widescreen, use adjustments in the Widescreen
Settings Section to fine tune parameters. Repeat for all destinations.
Destination Setup
Set up Inputs — Select a Destination Control Tab, select a layer, source,
and the Input Properties Dialog. Enable Source Preview, and set up all
input properties. Click Save, and repeat for all sources.
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Barco Encore Presentation Switcher Quick start guide

Barco
Brand
Barco
Model
Encore Presentation Switcher
Type
Quick start guide
This manual is also suitable for

Barco Encore Presentation Switcher is a versatile and powerful presentation tool that enables users to effortlessly manage and display a wide range of content sources. With its intuitive interface and comprehensive feature set, the switcher empowers users to create engaging and visually stunning presentations that captivate audiences.

The switcher supports a multitude of input and output options, allowing users to connect various devices such as laptops, cameras, and media players. It offers a seamless switching experience between sources, ensuring smooth transitions and uninterrupted presentations. Additionally, the switcher provides advanced layering and compositing capabilities, enabling users to overlay multiple sources, create dynamic effects, and produce professional-grade presentations.

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