EMC-DCP 1v1
EMC-DCP 1v1
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “Dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (Servicing)
instructions in the literature accompanying the product.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT
TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND ENSURE THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH
LIQUIDS ARE PLACED ON THE EQUIPMENT
WARNING:
THIS EQUIPMENT USES POWER/MAINS CONNECTORS FITTED WITH SAFETY
GROUND PINS. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, GROUNDING OF
THE GROUND PIN OF THE MAINS PLUG MUST BE MAINTAINED
WARNING:
DANGEROUSLY HIGH VOLTAGES ARE PRESENT INSIDE THE POWER SUPPLY
FRAME.
WARNING:
TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS,
DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE
THIS EQUIPMENT MAY HAVE MORE THAN ONE POWER SUPPLY CORD. TO
REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DISCONNECT ALL POWER SUPPLY
CORDS BEFORE SERVICING.
CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To reduce the risk of
electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the operating instructions
unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electric shock, plug each power supply cord into separate branch
circuits employing separate service grounds.
This product complies with the requirements of the product family standards for video, audio, audio-
visual entertainment, and lighting control apparatus for professional use as mentioned below.
INFORMATION TO USERS IN EUROPE
NOTE
This equipment with the CE marking complies with both the EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and the Low Voltage
Directive (2006/95/EC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European standards:
• EN60065 Product Safety
• EN55103-1 Electromagnetic Interference Class A (Emission)
• EN55103-2 Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to the
European Union EMC directive. These limits are designed to 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 harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
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. These limits are designed to 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
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
WARNING
Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by Evertz Microsystems Ltd. could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.
Use of unshielded plugs or cables may cause radiation interference. Properly shielded interface cables with the
shield connected to the chassis ground of the device must be used.
Evertz Microsystems Ltd This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
Tested to comply
with FCC This device may cause harmful interference, and
Standards This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
For Home or Office Use
EMC-DCP
EMC DESKTOP CONTROL PANEL
REVISION HISTORY
1.1 Added Desk Mount drawings, Desk Mount assembly instructions and Sept 2012
Upgrade changes.
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Revision 1.1
EMC-DCP
EMC DESKTOP CONTROL PANEL
Revision 1.1
EMC-DCP
EMC DESKTOP CONTROL PANEL
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Figures
Figure 3-1: Basic EMC-DCP Panel .................................................................................................... 4
Figure 3-2: EMC-DCP with 2 +ABP options ....................................................................................... 5
Figure 3-3: EMC-DCP with +LCD and +ABP options ......................................................................... 5
Figure 3-4: EMC-DCP Top Panel....................................................................................................... 6
Figure 3-5: EMC-DCP – Inputs and Outputs ...................................................................................... 8
Figure 3-6: Basic EMC Configuration................................................................................................. 9
Figure 3-7: Basic QMC-2 Configuration ........................................................................................... 10
Figure 3-8: Basic Mini Master Configuration .................................................................................... 11
Figure 3-9: Getting into EMC-DCP Setup Mode............................................................................... 12
Figure 3-10: EMC-DCP Setup Menus .............................................................................................. 12
Figure 3-11: EMC-DCP Setup Menu ................................................................................................ 13
Figure 3-12: Setting IP Address of EMC using QMCSetup v4.00+................................................... 14
Figure 3-13: QMCSetup/EMCSetup Windows Application ............................................................... 15
Figure 3-14: EMC/QMC-2 IP Address Window ................................................................................ 16
Figure 3-15: Setting IP Address of EMC-DCP using QMCSetup/EMCSetup v4.00+ ........................ 17
Figure 3-16: EMC-DCP Layout for Mini Master Control ................................................................... 19
Figure 3-17: Getting into Update Mode on the EMC-DCP ................................................................ 21
Figure 3-18: Update Mode of the EMC-DCP .................................................................................... 22
Figure 3-19: Confirmation of the Upgrade ........................................................................................ 23
Figure 4-1: EMC-DCP Front View with Desktop Mount ................................................................... 26
Figure 4-2: EMC-DCP Side View with Desktop Mount ..................................................................... 27
Figure 4-3: EMC-DCP Top View ...................................................................................................... 28
Figure 4-4: EMC-DCP Top Side View without Desktop Mount ......................................................... 28
Figure 4-5: EMC-DCP Side View without Desktop Mount ................................................................ 29
Figure 5-1: Pre-assembled Unit ....................................................................................................... 30
Figure 5-2: Side Screws .................................................................................................................. 32
Figure 5-3: Top Two Corner Screws at the Back of the Panel.......................................................... 32
Figure 5-4: Bottom Screws at the Back of the Panel ........................................................................ 33
Figure 5-5: Front Brace.................................................................................................................... 33
Figure 5-6: Bracket Assembly .......................................................................................................... 34
Figure 5-7: Rubber Feeds ................................................................................................................ 34
Figure 5-8: Full Assembly ................................................................................................................ 35
Tables
Table 2-1: Packing List ...................................................................................................................... 2
Table 3-1: EMC-DCP – Top Surface Descriptions ............................................................................. 7
Table 3-2: EMC-DCP Parameter Options ........................................................................................ 13
Table 3-3: EMC-DCP – Button Definitions for Mini Master ............................................................... 21
1. OVERVIEW OF EMC-DCP
The EMC Desktop Control Panel (EMC-DCP) is a 19” wide control panel used with the 3025EMC
Master Control Switcher, QMC-2 Master Control System, PKGHD9625SW or PKG9625SW Mini Master
Control System. The EMC-DCP control panel features a combination of fixed and dynamic LCD,
assignable control buttons. The LCD buttons are capable of displaying multiple lines of text or graphics.
The panel features 98 buttons and 5 shaft encoders, as well as two plug-in modules for further
customization. Preset and program bus select controls use a quiet tactile button and a shared LCD
display for source labeling.
The first optional module contains 15 buttons and 5 shaft encoders, and offers an extension to the
configurable buttons of the main panel. The second optional module contains an LCD display, ideal for
audio level monitoring and logo previews.
The panel is designed for use on a desktop, in a console, mounted in a rack or on a sliding tray in a
rack. The EMC-DCP offers the same set of configurable features as the other QMC-2 control panels
and can work with existing EMC or QMC-2 systems. The EMC-DCP also offers a number of optional
features.
1.1. FEATURES
The following is a list of EMC-DCP features:
• Flexible menu driven configurations providing quick and simple access
• Easily reconfigured for dynamically changing environments
• Each LCD display can display up to 3 lines (five characters per line) of text or graphics
• Each LCD display backlight is full RGB colour capable with intensity control
• Fully assignable and programmable operation
• Button per source selection with Page mode next and last buttons to select more sources
• Panel lock button to protect against unauthorized or accidental selection
• 8 tally inputs
• 8 tally outputs
2. INSTALLATION OF EMC-DCP
2.1. UNPACKING
Carefully remove the equipment from the boxes and check against the Packing List supplied with each
unit. This shows what items have been shipped against your order and includes all options. Any error
should be reported to your supplier immediately. After you have unpacked the equipment please save
all the packing material as this could be useful in the future if the unit needs to be returned for
maintenance.
Check each item supplied for transit damage. Any damage should be reported in detail to your supplier.
You must state the serial number of the unit (to be found on the rear or side of each unit).
If items are missing from the EMC-DCP, please contact Evertz Service department
at 1-905-335-7570 or [email protected].
2.1.2. Cooling
Overall power dissipation is relatively low but certain components run hot and cooling is provided for
these by internal fans. These draw cool air from one side of the panel and exhaust it through the other
side vents.
In all cases it is important to keep the apertures clear of obstructions e.g. cables
WARNING:
This equipment uses power/mains connectors fitted with safety ground pins.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, grounding of the ground pin of the mains
plug must be maintained.
Reference
Description
Number
Protective covers: The EMC-DCP panel will ship with the protective covers installed.
1
When installing the panel into a 19” wide rack, the protective covers should be removed.
Large LCD button: The functions of these buttons are configured using the EMCSetup
2
software. This button type supports 255 different colours.
Shaft Encoders: The shaft encoders are used to scroll through values on the large
3
LCD button directly above it.
Small LCD buttons: The functions of these buttons are configured using the
4
EMCSetup software. The button type supports 255 different colours.
VFD Displays: The VFD displays are used to provide the operators with information
5
regarding the panel and channel.
Large LED buttons: The functions of these buttons are configured using the
6 EMCSetup software. This button type supports the colours Red and Green (and a
combination of the two colours).
Small LCD displays: These LCD displays function as displays only. They display the
7 names of the Large LED buttons above the row of LCD displays. This display type
supports 255 different colours.
Small LED buttons: The functions of these buttons are configured using the
8 EMCSetup software. This button type supports the colours Red and Green (and a
combination of the two colours).
9 Fan Status LEDs: These LEDs indicate the status of the EMC-DCP cooling fans.
Cooling Fan unit: This is the cooling fan unit of the EMC-DCP. It can be serviced from
10
the top surface of the EMC-DCP.
Extra USB Ports: These ports are designated for future use. Currently, a protective
11
cover is installed.
Double LED button: The functions of these buttons are configured using the
12
EMCSetup software. This button type only supports the colour Red.
Pin Hole Reset: The Reset pin hole is on the left side and can be used to reset the
panel. The Pin Hole Reset is used in case access to the EMC-DCP power switch is
blocked.
13
Pin Hole Power: The Power pin hole is on the right side and can be used to completely
power off the unit. The Pin Hole Power is used in case access to the EMC-DCP power
switch is blocked.
Small LED button: This small LED has the same function as item 8. However, the
14 small LED button is protected by a finger guard to prevent operators from accidentally
hitting the button.
Table 3-1: EMC-DCP – Top Surface Descriptions
GPIO: DB-25 connector. Used for panel generated GPIs and GPOs.
ETHERNET A: RJ45 connector. Used for Network connections from EMC-DCP to 3025EMC, QMC-
2 and QMGs.
ETHERNET B: RJ45 connector. Used for Network connections from EMC-DCP to 3025EMC, QMC-
2 and QMGs.
USB 1 to 4: USB 2.0 Ports. Used for USB-based mouse, keyboard, and storage device
connections.
Q-LINK 1, 2 IN: BNC connector. Used for Q-LINK connection to the EMC-DCP. Currently not
supported.
Error! Reference source not found. shows a basic EMC System configuration. The EMC will still
communicate with an upstream router via Q-Link or Serial (if router is a third party router). To connect
the EMC-DCP to the EMC, a network hub/switch is required. Connect a Cat 5 Ethernet cable from
Ethernet A (on EMC-DCP) to the network hub. The user will then connect a Cat 5 Ethernet cable to the
Network Port of the EMC. Use the EMCSetup software to setup the IP addresses, network settings,
etc. (See section 3.8).
Error! Reference source not found. shows a basic QMC-2 System configuration. The QMC-2 will still
communicate with an upstream router via Q-Link or Serial (if router is a third party router). To connect
the EMC-DCP to the QMC-2, a network hub/switch is required. Connect a Cat 5 Ethernet cable from
Ethernet A (on EMC-DCP) to the network hub. The user will then connect a Cat 5 Ethernet cable to the
Network Port of the QMC-2. Use the EMCSetup software to setup the IP addresses, network settings,
etc. (See section 3.8).
After about 10 seconds, the EMC-DCP panel will turn RED, and then it will switch to multi-coloured
mode. In this mode, the EMC-DCP will display the various Setup Menu options in the top left corner of
the panel (see Figure 3-10).
Menu A
192 168 9 90
Row IP
Shaft
1 2 3 4 5
Encoder
Figure 3-11: EMC-DCP Setup Menu
Starting from the Top Row, the first large LCD button displays the name of the Menu, in this case,
Setup Menu. The next LCD button is labeled “Exit” and is used to exit the Setup Menu WITHOUT
saving the changes. The last LCD button in this row is labeled “Save and Exit” and is used to save the
changes and exit the Setup Menu.
The next row is called the Menu Row. This is the row where the main EMC-DCP parameters are set.
Use Shaft Encoder 1 to scroll through the parameters (see Table 3-2) and Shaft Encoders 2 to 5 to set
the parameter values.
Once the user has set the desired parameters, the user will select the “Save and Exit” button in the Top
Row to save the settings and revert the panel back to its normal operating mode.
For Mini Master Control users, please continue to section 3.9. For QMC-2 users, continue to the next
section (section 3.8).
After setting this parameter, the EMC will be able to communicate to the EMC-DCP (and other Ethernet
enabled control panels) over Ethernet.
Next, the user will configure the EMC-DCP to use Ethernet. The procedure for adding the EMC-DCP is
similar to any other QMC-2 control panel. Under the EMC-DCP configuration, the user must set the Q-
Link address (matches the one set on the EMC-DCP in section 3.6) and then select the “Ethernet
instead of Qlink” option. The user can now enter the IP address (set in section 3.6) into the IP Address
field.
Next, the user must set the EMC IP address. Connect a serial cable from a PC to the EMC front serial
connector. Open the EMCSetup software tool and navigate to the Network menu in the top toolbar.
Select the IP Address Setup item from the Network drop down menu as shown in Figure 3-13.
Once the EMC IP Address window appears, as shown in Figure 3-14, select the Query Current button.
The Query Current command will return the IP address of the system. Enter the IP address, subnet
mask and gateway to reflect the current network settings. Ensure that the EMC and the EMC-DCP are
on the same network. Once the appropriate settings are entered, select the Update button.
The EMC must be rebooted for the IP address change to take effect.
Return to the EMC-DCP configuration window. The EMC channel and EMC-DCP panel settings are
sent over Serial or Ethernet to the EMC channel. Once all the appropriate fields have been entered,
the setup is complete.
If the IP address of the EMC has not been set, the EMC-DCP setup will not take
effect.
For 3025EMC or QMC-2 users, the next0 step is to check the Q-Link ID. If the Q-Link ID was set
correctly, the panel will display the button configuration set by the user using the QMCSetup software.
If not, the panel may report No Q-Link Comms. The user should check the Q-Link ID on the EMC-DCP
and on the EMC Setup configuration file.
Button Description
This button selects the source (from the 12 sources on LCD row below
KEY button) for the KEY Input of the PKG9625SW or PKGHD9625SW. It
determines what portion of the variable to use, and from what source.
This button selects the source (from the 12 sources on LCD row below
FILL
button) for the FILL Input of the PKG9625SW or PKGHD9625SW.
This group of buttons selects one of the 12 inputs into the PKG9625SW or
SRC 1 to 12
PKGHD9625SW for the Program or Preset bus.
This button selects the internal Black Generator as a source for the
BLACK
PKG9625SW or PKGHD9625SW for the Program or Preset bus.
This button selects the DSK Layer of the PKG9625SW or PKGHD9625SW
DSK
for the Program or Preset bus. DSK disables or enables the keyer layer.
This button selects the Internal Logo Layer of the PKG9625SW or
LOGO PKGHD9625SW for the Program or Preset bus. LOGO disables or enables
media files (video and audio clips).
This button selects the audio clip in the keyer. AUDIO CLIP is a source .wav file
AUDIO
stored internally in the keyer, mixed with background audio, and sent to
CLIP
Output.
AUDIO This button selects the audio mix control. AUDIO MIX controls the audio layer
MIX when mixed with the background audio and sent to Output.
This button selects a CUT transition type. The Cut transition is a hard switch
that brings in the effect with a graduated change.
This button selects a MIX or FADE transition type. This transition mixes the
current effect with the next effect. The current effect lessens, while the next
increases. The process is linear, so that the fade/increase occurs at the
same rate.
This button selects the CUT-to-FADE transition type. The current input
switches within one (1) frame while the new source is faded in gradually.
This button selects the FADE-to-FADE transition type. The current input
fades out gradually, while the new source is faded in gradually. At any instant
the value is the sum of both PROGRAM and PREVIEW inputs.
This button selects the FADE-to-CUT transition type. The current input fades
out gradually, while the new source is added within one (1) frame.
This group of buttons selects the speed of the transition type (excluding the
CUT transition type). Listed below are the transition speeds:
Slow Med Fast SLOW performs the transition in 1 second, or 30 frames, or 60 fills.
MED performs the transition in approximately two thirds of a second, or 20
frames, or 40 fills.
FAST performs the transition in 0.5 seconds, or 15 frames, or 30 fills.
Vid This button selects a VIDEO ONLY transition.
Key
This button selects the KEY LEVELS (i.e. DSK, LOGO, etc.) to be included in
the transition. KEY changes the foreground portion of the video signal.
This button starts the transition. The Transition button switches what is
Transition stored at the PREVIEW button to the PROGRAM button, and what is currently
being output at the PROGRAM button to the PREVIEW button.
Fade This button selects a Black Generator to AIR. When Fade BLK is selected
Blk the EMC-DCP provides a controlled fade to black.
The user will be required to enter the Update Mode of the EMC-DCP, which can be accessed directly
on the panel. Figure 3-17 shows which shaft encoders (2 and 5) the user MUST push AND
simultaneously hold down for 10 seconds, in order to enter Update Mode.
The shaft encoders used to enter Update Mode are DIFFERENT than the ones
used to enter Setup Mode in section 3.7.
Once in Update Mode, the panel will appear as shown in Figure 3-18. To exit Update Mode, press the
“Exit Update” button. This will take the user back to the normal panel operations.
The user will see the current firmware in the third row of LCD buttons. The VFD Display 1 will show the
firmware versions found on the USB 2.0 Memory stick that is plugged into the EMC-DCP. The user will
use the “Refresh” button to update the list. Use the UP or DOWN arrows to scroll the list of available
firmware and scroll to the desired firmware release. VFD Display 2 will show the selected firmware. To
start the update, press the “Start” button.
Once the “Start” button is selected, the panel will switch to a confirmation state, as shown in Figure
3-19.
In the confirmation mode, the VFD Display 1 will indicate whether the firmware selected by the user is
valid. If the message displayed is not “Update OK”, then the selected firmware on the USB memory
stick was found to be corrupt. The user should exit the Update Mode, download the firmware again,
and repeat the instructions outlined in this section. If the message is “Update OK”, the user will need to
select “Yes” to begin the upgrade of the firmware. If the user does not want to install the firmware,
select “No”, and they will be returned to Update Mode (see Figure 3-18).
If the user selected “Yes”, the EMC-DCP will proceed to install the new update. This will include a
panel reset. The process should take about 5 minutes to complete.
To do this you need to connect to the EMC-DCP webpage using the Mozilla Firefox web browser. To
confirm that the configuration PC is able to connect to the EMC-DCP simply enter the IP address of the
EMC-DCP (either NIC A or NIC B).
To access the upgrade webpage for the EMC-DCP, simply add a “/upgrade” to the IP address.
From the upgrade webpage, click “Browse” to navigate to the location of the “.efp” file that you need to
install. Note that there are two different file types. If the EMC-DCP is to be used with a QMC-2/3025
system then the “emcdcp-update-x.x.x.x.efp” upgrade file must be used. If the EMC-DCP is to be used
with a PKG9625SW system then the “emcdcp-switcher-update-x.x.x.x.efp” upgrade file must be used.
When the appropriate upgrade file has been selected, click “Install”. The result of the upgrade process
will be shown at the bottom of the page under the status header.
To complete the install process click “Reboot” to reboot the panel. Please note that the webpage will
not update to show that the EMC-DCP panel updated successfully.
4. TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
4.1. SPECIFICATIONS
4.1.1. Electrical
Voltage: Autoranging 100V - 240V AC, 50/60Hz
Power: 20 Watts
Fuse Rating: 250V, 4A, time delay
Safety: ETL listed.
Complies with EU safety directive
EMI/RFI: Complies with FCC Part 15 Class A,
EU EMC Directive
4.1.2. Physical
The panel is designed for use on a desktop, for mounting in a console, mounted in a rack or on a
sliding tray in a rack. Figure 4-1 to Figure 4-5 shows the overall dimensions of the unit with and without
the Desktop mount.
When you receive an EMC-DCP, it usually comes without a Desk Mount kit. This option can be added
later on.
Note: Prior to assembly, remove and discard screws from pre-assembled unit as
illustrated in Figure 5-1 (10 screws in total).
Figure 5-2 shows the side screws that need to be removed and discarded. (A total of 4 screws. Two
from each side).
Figure 5-3 shows the top two corner screws at the back of the panel that need to be removed. (A total
of 2 screws).
Figure 5-3: Top Two Corner Screws at the Back of the Panel
Figure 5-4 shows the bottom screws at the back of the panel that need to be removed. (A total of 4
screws).
First, install the Front Brace (Part #7) and use 4 X M3x8mm Flat Din screws (Part#3) shown in Figure
5-5.
Next step is to assemble the two Desktop Mounting Brackets (Part #2 for the left side and Part #8 for
the right side). Each side needs 1X M3x8mm 2X M3x12mm and 2X M3xmm screws. In this manual,
only the left side bracket assembly will be described (see Figure 5-6).
The last step is to place the rubber feeds (two on each side). Make sure they are centered with the
holes provided (see Figure 5-7).