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FS4 Frame Synchronizer/Converter v1.1
Chapter 2: Controls, Indicators, and
Connections
Overview
The controls, indicators, and connectors illustrated and described in this chapter allow
you to connect, operate, and monitor the FS4 system and to troubleshoot problems if
you encounter them. Becoming familiar with the front and rear panels also simplifies
system installation, setup, and operation.
Front Panel Description
Front Panel Layout
and Operation
The FS4's front panel control system is designed to be quick and easy to use. The
alphanumeric display on the left shows status and parameter information. SELECT and
ADJUST knobs provide fast menu scrolling, parameter selection and adjustment. Status
LEDs on the right report important system information.
The buttons on the front panel operate interactively. At the center of the panel are
System Selection buttons, which provide direct access to parameter menus that control
basic FS4 operation (like setting the output frame rate or selecting Single or Four
Channel Mode). In addition, the STATUS button brings up menus that report FS4 status
information, and the PRESET button displays Preset selection menus for rapid
reconfiguration. When a System Selection button is pressed, the parameter menu that
was last selected from that group will be displayed. Pressing any of these buttons de-
selects all other SYSTEM buttons, CHANNEL SELECT buttons, VIDEO menu group buttons,
and AUDIO menu group buttons to the right.
The four VID1-4 Channel Selection buttons to the right allow immediate access to
separate parameter menus for each Video Processor (when in Four Channel Mode). The
button for the currently selected Video Processor is illuminated. In Single Channel Mode
pressing any of the four buttons will light the VID1 button, indicating that single Video
Processor is selected for control. After a Video Processor has been selected, the nine
VIDEO Menu Group buttons on the right are activated. The VIDEO Menu Group button
that was last selected for that Video Processor will be illuminated, and the alphanumeric
display will show the last selected parameter menu for that Video Menu Group.
System Selection Buttons:
Press a button to select
a System Category
Select Knob:
Scrolls and selects menus;
Push to undo changes.
Video Menu Group
Selection Buttons
Channel Selection Buttons:
Press a button to select a
Video Processor or
Type of Audio
(Selection LED Lights)
Audio Menu Group
Selection Buttons
Status
Indicator
LEDs
Adjust Knob:
Changes selected value;
Hold down for default value.
Alphanumeric
Display
