RGBlink mini-edge MINI MX All in One HDMI Live Stream Switcher User Manual Product Information

: May 15, 2024
: RGBlink

Table of Contents

mini-edge MINI MX All in One HDMI Live Stream Switcher
Product Information
Specifications
Product Usage Instructions
Chapter 1: Your Product
- 1.1 In the Box
- 1.2 Product Overview
Chapter 2: Turning on Your mini-edge
Chapter 3: Use Your Product
Q: How do I contact customer support for mini-edge?

mini-edge MINI MX All in One HDMI Live Stream Switcher

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Product Information

Specifications

Product Name: mini-edge
Manufacturer: RGBlink
Contact: Ph: +86 592 5771197 | Email: support@rgblink.com |
Website: www.rgblink.com

Product Usage Instructions

Chapter 1: Your Product

1.1 In the Box

Check the contents of the box to ensure all components are
included.

1.2 Product Overview

Read the product overview to familiarize yourself with the
features and functions of mini-edge.

Chapter 2: Turning on Your mini-edge

Follow the instructions provided to power on your mini-edge
device.

Chapter 3: Use Your Product

3.6 Chroma Key

Learn how to utilize the Chroma Key feature for video editing
purposes.

3.7 Controlling PTZ Camera

Understand how to control PTZ cameras using your mini-edge
device.

3.8 Saving and Loading Scenes

Instructions on how to save and load different scenes for your
productions.

3.9 Video Output

Explore the video output options available with your
mini-edge.

FAQ

Q: How do I contact customer support for mini-edge?

A: You can reach out to RGBlink customer support at Ph: +86 592
5771197 or email them at support@rgblink.com.

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Content

Declarations …………………………………………………………………………………………… 5 FCC/Warranty …………………………………………………………………………………………..5 Operators Safety Summary ……………………………………………………………………. 6 Installation Safety Summary ………………………………………………………………….. 7
Chapter 1 Your Product ……………………………………………………………………….. 9 1.1 In the Box …………………………………………………………………………………………… 9 1.2 Product Overview …………………………………………………………………………….10
1.2.1 Key Features …………………………………………………………………………………………….11 1.2.2 Rear Panel ……………………………………………………………………………………………….. 12 1.2.3 Front Panel ……………………………………………………………………………………………… 13 1.2.4 Dimension ………………………………………………………………………………………………. 20
Chapter 2 Install Your Product …………………………………………………………….21 2.1 Connecting HDMI Input …………………………………………………………………. 21 2.2 Connecting HDMI Output ………………………………………………………………. 21 2.3 Connecting Microphone and External Monitoring Devices ………….. 22 2.4 Connecting USB for Streaming and Recording ………………………………….. 23 2.5 Connecting Router ………………………………………………………………………….. 24 2.6 Plugging in Power …………………………………………………………………………… 24

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2.7 Turning on Your mini-edge …………………………………………………………….. 25
Chapter 3 Use Your Product ……………………………………………………………….. 26
3.1 Main Interface …………………………………………………………………………………. 26 3.2 MENU ……………………………………………………………………………………………….27 3.3 Standby Interface ……………………………………………………………………………. 28 3.4 PIP (Picture-in-Picture) …………………………………………………………………….29 3.5 Adding Layers …………………………………………………………………………………. 31
3.5.1 Layer Storage Path …………………………………………………………………………………. 31 3.5.2 Adding Background ………………………………………………………………………………..33 3.5.3 Adding Layer A ………………………………………………………………………………………. 35 3.5.4 Adding Layer B ………………………………………………………………………………………..36 3.5.5 Adding LOGO …………………………………………………………………………………………. 37 3.5.6 Adding Overlay ………………………………………………………………………………………. 38
3.6 Chroma Key …………………………………………………………………………………….. 40 3.7 Controlling PTZ Camera …………………………………………………………………..41 3.8 Saving and Loading Scenes ……………………………………………………………. 45 3.9 Video Output ……………………………………………………………………………………46
3.9.1 Multi-view ………………………………………………………………………………………………..47 3.9.2 Program ……………………………………………………………………………………………………47 3.9.3 Resolution ………………………………………………………………………………………………..48 3.9.4 USB2 Mode …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 48
3.10 Streaming ……………………………………………………………………………………….49

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3.10.1 Direct Connection …………………………………………………………………………………49 3.10.2 Smartphone Tethering ………………………………………………………………………… 50 3.10.3 YouTube Live ………………………………………………………………………………………….53 3.10.4 Controlling PTZ Camera During Live …………………………………………………. 55
3.11 Recording ……………………………………………………………………………………….56 3.12 Switch Effect Setting ………………………………………………………………………58 3.13 Audio …………………………………………………………………………………………….. 59 3.14 Setting …………………………………………………………………………………………… 62
3.14.1 About ……………………………………………………………………………………………………..62 3.14.2 Date and Time ……………………………………………………………………………………….63 3.14.3 Language ……………………………………………………………………………………………….64 3.14.4 Bluetooth ……………………………………………………………………………………………….64 3.14.5 Views Auto Loop ………………………………………………………………………………….. 65 3.14.6 T-Bar Mode ……………………………………………………………………………………………65 3.14.7 Reset ……………………………………………………………………………………………………… 66 3.14.8 Auto Return ………………………………………………………………………………………….. 67 3.14.9 Fan …………………………………………………………………………………………………………. 67 3.14.10 Display ………………………………………………………………………………………………… 67
Chapter 4 Ordering Codes ………………………………………………………………….. 69 4.1 Product Code ………………………………………………………………………………….. 69
Chapter 5 Appendix ……………………………………………………………………………..70

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5.1 Specification ……………………………………………………………………………………. 70 5.2 FAQ ………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 71 5.3 Upgrade ……………………………………………………………………………………………75 5.4 Terms & Definitions ………………………………………………………………………… 77 5.5 Revision History ……………………………………………………………………………….83
Chapter 6 Support ………………………………………………………………………………..84

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Thank you for choosing our product! This User Manual is designed to show you how to use this product quickly and make use of all the features. Please read all directions and instructions carefully before using this product.
Declarations
FCC/Warranty
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement
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 may cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be responsible for correcting any interference.
Guarantee and Compensation
RGBlink provides a guarantee relating to perfect manufacturing as part of the legally stipulated terms of guarantee. On receipt, the purchaser must immediately inspect all delivered goods for damage incurred during transport, as well as for material and manufacturing faults. RGBlink must be informed immediately in writing of any complains. The period of guarantee begins on the date of transfer of risks, in the case of special systems and software on the date of commissioning, at latest 30 days after the transfer of risks. In the event of justified notice of compliant, RGBlink can repair the fault or provide a replacement at its own

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discretion within an appropriate period. If this measure proves to be impossible or unsuccessful, the purchaser can demand a reduction in the purchase price or cancellation of the contract. All other claims, in particular those relating to compensation for direct or indirect damage, and also damage attributed to the operation of software as well as to other service provided by RGBlink, being a component of the system or independent service, will be deemed invalid provided the damage is not proven to be attributed to the absence of properties guaranteed in writing or due to the intent or gross negligence or part of RGBlink. If the purchaser or a third party carries out modifications or repairs on goods delivered by RGBlink, or if the goods are handled incorrectly, in particular if the systems are commissioned operated incorrectly or if, after the transfer of risks, the goods are subject to influences not agreed upon in the contract, all guarantee claims of the purchaser will be rendered invalid. Not included in the guarantee coverage are system failures which are attributed to programs or special electronic circuitry provided by the purchaser, e.g. interfaces. Normal wear as well as normal maintenance are not subject to the guarantee provided by RGBlink either. The environmental conditions as well as the servicing and maintenance regulations specified in this manual must be complied with by the customer.
Operators Safety Summary
The general safety information in this summary is for operating personnel.
Do Not Remove Covers or Panels
There are no user-serviceable parts within the unit. Removal of the top cover will expose dangerous voltages. To avoid personal injury, do not remove the top cover. Do not operate the unit without the cover installed.

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Power Source
This product is intended to operate from a power source that will not apply more than 230 volts rms between the supply conductors or between both supply conductor and ground. A protective ground connection by way of grounding conductor in the power cord is essential for safe operation.
Grounding the Product
This product is grounded through the grounding conductor of the power cord. To avoid electrical shock, plug the power cord into a properly wired receptacle before connecting to the product input or output terminals. A protective- ground connection by way of the grounding conductor in the power cord is essential for safe operation.
Use the Proper Power Cord
Use only the power cord and connector specified for your product. Use only a power cord that is in good condition. Refer cord and connector changes to qualified service personnel.
Use the Proper Fuse
To avoid fire hazard, use only the fuse having identical type, voltage rating, and current rating characteristics. Refer fuse replacement to qualified service personnel.
Do Not Operate in Explosive Atmospheres
To avoid explosion, do not operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
Installation Safety Summary
Safety Precautions

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For all product installation procedures, please observe the following important safety and handling rules to avoid damage to yourself and the equipment. To protect users from electric shock, ensure that the chassis connects to earth via the ground wire provided in the AC power Cord. The AC Socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible.
Unpacking and Inspection
Before opening product shipping box, inspect it for damage. If you find any damage, notify the shipping carrier immediately for all claims adjustments. As you open the box, compare its contents against the packing slip. If you find any shortages, contact your sales representative. Once you have removed all the components from their packaging and checked that all the listed components are present, visually inspect the system to ensure there was no damage during shipping. If there is damage, notify the shipping carrier immediately for all claims adjustments.
Site Preparation
The environment in which you install your product should be clean, properly lit, free from static, and have adequate power, ventilation, and space for all components.

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Chapter 1 Your Product

1.1 In the Box

mini-edge is equipped with Power Adapter1, USB-C to USB-C Cable 2, USB-C to USB-A Cable 1, Pad 2, Quick Start*1.

Power Adapter

USB-C to USB-C Cable

USB-C to USB-A Cable

Pad

Quick Start

Warning
The standard power supply can ONLY be used with the mini-edge, and is cannot be used for powering other devices simultaneously . RGBlink disclaim all responsibility for instability or damage caused by improper use.

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1.2 Product Overview
mini-edge provides five video input channels and eight audio input channels with multiple output interfaces available. mini-edge features professional and excellent performance, which supports multiple -layer overlay and audio mixing operations, providing more control over audio/video productions at the operator’s fingertips. This all-in-one mixer is designed for use in various events, such as multi-platform live streaming for e-commerce, remote conferences, as well as stages, education, press conferences, sports events, etc.

Note
1. If use 2 platforms for streaming at the same time, please ensure the upstream bitrate is not less than 100Mbps. 2. For upstream bitrate lower than 100Mbps, it is recommended to use 1 platform. 3. To stream to multiple platform, it is recommended to use TAO Cloud Studio.

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1.2.1 Key Features
Built-in 5.5 inch LCD screen Quad HDMI 2.0 inputs (HDCP compliance), resolutions up to 4K@60 One USB (UVC) input supports camera source from RGBlink vue PTZ and webCAM Eight audio inputs with Four HDMI 2.0 embedded audio inputs and Four external audio inputs
(one MIC, one LINE, one Bluetooth and one Type-C digital audio) Eight audio inputs allow for output of mixed audio across one or all available channels Dual HDMI 1.3 outputs for monitoring of multi-window PVW, PGM or AUX Dual audio out jacks for listening One-key recording. Recording capacity of hard drive is up to 2T Support simultaneous streaming to 4 live streaming platforms via RTMP(S) Support multi-layer overlay, layer scaling and cropping 17 switching effect modes 5-direction joystick for controlling up to 4 PTZ cameras Support saving up to 10 scene presets and thumbnails for real-time full preview Web control and monitoring, compatible with mobile devices and computers, compatible with
multiple operating systems Support Chroma Key 5G/4G Smartphone Tethering for iOS and Android system Air cooling design to ensure 24/7 stable operation

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1.2.2 Rear Panel

No.

Interface
UVC
USB-C [1] Ethernet Port PROGRAM Output MULTI-VIEW Output HDMI 1~4 IN Locking Hole USB-C Power Socket Power Switch Headphone Output 6.35mm TRS Jack Line-in MIC in +48V DIP Switch [2]

Description UVC audio and video output port. Recognized as a webcam to provide audio and video source in streaming or video meeting software by connected to computer (via USB-C cable) or Android device (via OTG cable). Connected to a USB camera as the fifth input signal (default function). Insert SSD or U disk for recording. Insert a U disk to import audio, video and graphic files. Use with USB-C cable provided to share network from mobile phone. Achieve network connection and camera connection for streaming, remote control. Default to output real-time scene, can set as Multi-view Preview or Test Pattern. Default as multi-view preview output, can set as Program or HDMI 1~4. Four HDMI input channels for connecting HDMI sources. 4K resolution and downward compatible with all resolution. Use with T-lock to fix the device. PD protocol, 12V 3A. Rocker switch to power on or off the device. 3.5mm mini-jack for listening. Balanced XLR audio output. Balanced 6.35mm XLR jack to connect to mobile phone, computer or audio console. XLR/TRS Neutrik MIC in port with 48V Phantom Power available. 48V Phantom Power supported. Defaults to OFF.

Tips [1] ONLY choose one of functions to use; does not support USB HUB.
[2] Except condenser microphones that require phantom power, please Turn OFF phantom power switch when connecting other devices.

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1.2.3 Front Panel
Camera Control Function Settings

Volume Control

Transition

Layer Settings

Function Settings
5.5″ HD Screen SHORTCUTS/Number Button MENU/EXIT/LOCK Button Menu Browsing/Confirm Button (ENTER) RECORD Button ON AIR Button
Camera Control
FUCUS Button with Indicator Toggle 5-Direction Joystick
Volume Control
Volume Control Knob AFV Button Mute Button

Transition
Transition Effect Selection Button (EFFECTS) Transition Duration Selection Button (DURATION) T-Bar CUT Button AUTO Button
Layer Settings
Layout Selection Button (PICTURE-IN-PICTURE) Chroma Key Layer A/B Button Preset Loading Button (VIEWS) PROGRAM Source Row PROGRAM Layer Button PROGRAM FTB Button PREVIEW Source Row PREVIEW Layer Button PREVIEW Clear Button

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Area

Function Settings
Description
5.5″ HD Screen For showing input& output status and menu content.
SHORTCUTS/Number Button Button Definition Shortcuts Button Number Button Button Color Description Button Unlit: no shortcuts saved. Button Lit White: shortcuts saved. Button Lit Blue: act as number button. Button Operation Short Press: to assign shortcuts. Interface with Input Boxto input numerical values. MENU/EXIT/LOCK Button Button Definition MENU Button EXIT Button LOCK Button Short Press In Main Interface, press to enter Menu. In Menu, press to enter Main Interface. In other interfaces, press to exit. Long Press In Main Interface, press to lock control panel. In other interface, press to enter Main Interface. MENU Browsing/Confirm Button Button Definition MENU Browing Button Confirm Button Rotate to select a menu item. to change a setting value. Short Press to accept the selected item or apply changes to a setting. to edit. to enter the next higher level of menu. to enable or disable a function.

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Area

RECORD Button External Hard Disc Status Display When Recording OFF: 1) unlit if no hard disc connected; 2) lit white with disc space more than 300M. When Recording ONbutton blinks red if space less than 300M. Press to Enable/Disable Recording Press to start recording. Button lit red indicates normal recording process. Press button again to stop recording. Button blinks red indicates video-saving process. ON AIR Button Network Status Display When Streaming OFF: normal communication When Streaming ON1) button blinks red shows failed streaming but normal communication; 2) button blinks white shows failed streaming and communication; 3) button blinks yellow shows successful streaming with unmatched upstream bitrate; 4) button lit green shows successful streaming with matched upstream bitrate. Press to Enable/Disable Streaming Press to start streaming: 1) button lit green indicates successful streaming; 2) button blinks red to remind user to configure streaming address. Press once again to stop streaming: 1) button with red LED indicates video- saving process; 2) button goes dark if streaming completed.
Camera Control
Description FOCUS Button with Indicator Focus Status Display Manual Focus: indicator unlit. Auto Focus: indicator lit blue. FOCUS Button Rotate button for manual focus. Press button for auto focus.
Toggle Size adjustment for Layer A and Layer B. Zoom in/out for PTZ control.

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Area Area

5-Direction Joystick Move Up/Down/Left/Right Position adjustment for layer. Set pan, tilt and zoom for PTZ camera. Short Press to enter PTZ Control Interface.
Volume Control
Description
Volume Control Knob Knob Labeled Number 1~4: volume control of HDMI embedded audio. Other Six Knobs: volume control of Mic, USB Input, Line-in, Bluetooth, Headphone Out and Program Out.
AFV Button Button Color Description Button Unlit: AFV OFF. Button Lit White: AFV ON. Button Operation Short Press: enable/disable AFV. Long Press: to enter AUDIO. Mute Button Button Color Description Button Unlit: MUTE OFF. Button Lit Red: MUTE ON. Button Operation Short Press: enable/disable MUTE . Long Press: to enter AUDIO.
Transition
Description
Transition Effect Selection Button Default: MIX. Button Lit White: selected transition effect.
Transition Duration Selection Button Default: 1.0 second. Button Lit White: selected transition duration.

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T-Bar PVW and PGM views can be transitioned by pushing T-bar.

Area

CUT Button Press to perform immediate manual switch between PVW and PGM views with no transition effect.
AUTO Button Button Operation Press to automatically transition PVW and PGM views according to the selected duration and transition effect. Button Color Description Button Blinks Red: transition is being applied. Button Goes Dark: transition completed.
Layer Settings
Description Layer A/B Button Button Unlit: layer OFF or not be placed on PVW. Short Press Press Button Unlit: button lit blue indicates enabled and selected state, which allows the user to use toggle and joystick for size and position adjustment. Press Button Lit Blue: to disable selected layer and the button goes dark. Press another layer button except Layer A/B button: if Layer A/B button lit blue, it turns green and the button pressed lit blue. Long Press: to enter LAYOUT. Layout Selection Button Short Press: to set layout for selected layer, and the button turns green. Long Press: to enter CROP/SCALE. Chroma Key Short Pressto enable or disable Chroma Key. Long Pressto enter Chroma Key Interface. Preset Loading Button Button Color Description Button Unlit: no view contained. Button Lit Green: view contained. Button Lit Red: view being loaded.

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Button Operation Long Press Button: to save current view or not. Short Press Button Lit Green: to place the view on Preview and this button turns red. If you switch to another view, the button of loaded view changes from red to green. PROGRAM Source Row Button Definition Button 1~4: 1~4 HDMI inputs. If you use PTZ as input, TALLY light will be illuminated red. Button 5: Media Source. Button Color Description Button Unlit: no signal. Button Lit White: unselected signal. Button Lit Red: 1) signal output as the Program; 2) Button 1 lit red after factory reset. Button Operation For Layer A or Layer B on Program: press to switch signal on Layer A or Layer B. For Layer A and Layer B on Program: select Layer A or Layer B, then press Button 1~5 to switch signal on one certain layer. PROGRAM Layer Button Icon Description

indicates BACKGROUND.

indicates LOGO.

indicates OVERLAY.

Button Color Description

Button Unlit: no layer contained.

Button Lit White: layer contained.

Button Lit Red: Program out layer.

Button Operation

Press Button Lit White: to place layer on PGM out, and

the button turns red.

Press Button Lit Red: to remove layer from PGM out,

and the button turns white.

PROGRAM FTB Button

Button Operation

Press Button Unlit: to fade the current source to b

lack, and the button turns red.

Press Button Lit Red: to act in reverse from black to

the currently selected source, and button goes dark.

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PREVIEW Source Row Button Definition Button 1~4: 1~4 HDMI inputs. If you use PTZ as input, TALLY light will be illuminated green. Button 5: Media Source. Long press to enter Media. Button Color Description Button Unlit: no signal Button Lit Green: signal output as the Preview. Button Lit White: unselected signal. Button Operation For Layer A or Layer B on Preview: press to perform signal switch on Layer A or Layer B. For Layer A and Layer B on Preview: select Layer A or Layer B, then press Button 1~5 to perform signal switch on one certain layer. PREVIEW Layer Button Icon Definition

indicates BACKGROUND.

indicates LOGO.

indicates OVERLAY.

Button Color Description

Button Unlit: no layer.

Button Lit White: layer contained.

Button Lit Blue: Layer enabled on PVW and selected.

Button Lit Green: Layer on PVW but not selected.

Button Operation

Long Press: to ener Media Interface.

Short Press: 1) to enter Media Interface or not if

no layer contained; 2) to remove layer from PVW,

the button turns white.

PREVIEW Clear Button

Button Color Description

Button Lit Green: no layer on PVW. Button goes

dark afer layer added.

Button Operation

Short Press Button Unlit: to clear layer on PVW

and save it to view. Button turns green.

Short Press Button with View: to load view to PVW.

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1.2.4 Dimension
Following is the dimension of mini-edge for your reference: 280mm x 220mm x 67mm

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Chapter 2 Install Your Product
2.1 Connecting HDMI Input
Users can use any camera, computer or other HDMI device as the input source of the mini-edge. mini-edge supports up to 4 sources of different formats and resolutions at the same time via 4 HDMI ports, and 4 HDMI inputs support up to 4K@60Hz. If users are using interlaced signal, mini-edge supports de-interlace through HDMI 1 automatically. Users can see the input views on the mini-edge screen when there is active signal plug in. Connect mini-edge to a monitor with HDMI output interface to see PVW views and output resolutions.
Warning:
The HDMI cable is not included in the mini-edge package and needs to be purchased separately. Some camcorders use a mini HDMI port, you need to buy a mini HDMI-HDMI cable separately when you use these camcorders.
2.2 Connecting HDMI Output
Users can use HDMI cables to connect MULTI-VIEW and PROGRAM output interfaces to a monitor with an HDMI input interface so as to check PVW and PGM views in real time.

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The default output of MULTI-VIEW port is multi-screen Preview view, so user can see the audio and video conditions of all input signal sources, check current status of each function of mini-edge and see the Preview view.

Users can switch screen mode and select HDMI output resolution onOUTPUT. MULTI-VIEW supports output in multi-view, HDMI 1~4 signal source or program. PROGRAM supports output in multi-view, program or test pattern.
2.3 Connecting Microphone and External

Monitoring Devices
On the right panel of mini-edge, there are four audio jacks in total. mini- edge features TWO high-quality audio input jacks on the right panel. The microphone input adopts Neutrik jack with 48V phantom power supported. The other one adopts Line-in 6.35mm TRS jack, which can be directly connect to the mobile phone, computer and console. mini-edge comes with TWO audio output jacks on the right panel. One adopts 3.5mm mini-jack, which can be directly connect to the headphone for audio monitoring. The other line PGM output

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jack adopts 6.35mm TRS jack, which is for connecting speakers. For laptops or mobile phones with no audio output ports, mini-edge provides a built-in Bluetooth module. Users can connect to devices with Bluetooth function to input high-quality audio signals in real time. (More details please refer to Bluetooth) In addition, the four HDMI input ports all support embedded audio. Turn on AFV Button on the front panel, the audio follows the video switch to perform a soft gradual transition when video is switched. There are 8 audio inputs in total, which can be controlled via operation board to achieve audio mixing and monitoring. (More details please refer to Audio)

Warning:
1. Noise may occur during plugging, unplugging and audio tuning. When connecting audio output port (main output and monitor port) to the speaker, if the speaker is powered on, it may be damaged during unplugging process. Therefore, please power on speaker after connection, and power off it first before unplugging. 2. MIC supports access to wireless microphone with a 3.5mm female to 6.5mm male single-track adapter. LINE supports access to wireless microphone with a 3.5mm female to 6.5mm male dual-track adapter.
2.4 Connecting USB for Streaming and Recording
The USB port labeled number 2 is for video capture, which allows users to capture videos to
computer and the captured video content can be streamed to Facebook, YouTube, Zoom, Twitter
and other streaming media platforms via a third-party Video Media Player software like OBS.
Insert a U disk to the other USB 3.0 port labeled number 1 by USB 3.0 cable to perform recording.

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mini-edge supports recording streaming media content to an external USB storage device, such as U disk or SSD. The SSD storage can reach up to 2T, and the USB storage can support up to 64G. The supported format is exFAT.

Warning:
1. For U disk, please use one with USB 3.0 port. 2. For SSD, please check if it needs extra power supply. 3. OTG cable only for file transfer cannot be used for streaming. 4. For dual-channel streaming, or use UVC output/recording simultaneously, the touch screen may get sluggish. 5. USB-C ports adopts USB 3.1 data transmission protocol.
2.5 Connecting Router
Connect router and mini-edge with CAT6 cable. Push MENU Button to gain access to MENU>
Rotate ENTER Knob to move the cursor to SETTING > Push ENTER Knob > Rotate ENTER Knob to
move the cursor to NETWORK >Turn OFF DHCP to set IP address. When connecting mini-edge
and the router, the IP address of mini-edge must be in the same LAN as the router.

2.6 Plugging in Power

RGBlink mini-edge is packaged with a PD power adapter (power cable included) , check the power supply standard used in your country or region before power connection.

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Connect mini-edge to power plug by the link cable
Warning:
The Power Supply included with mini-edge is the recommended power supply to use with the device. Power supply should meet the following requirements: 1. Support PD “Fast Charge” capability. 2. Interfaces are the same as the adapter provided. 3. The power supply is rated for a minimum of 36W.
2.7 Turning on Your mini-edge
After mini-edge is connected to power supply, push the DIP Switch on the rear panel, the device
will show mini-edge logo and then enter to the main interface.

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Chapter 3 Use Your Product
After the above steps are completed, users can use mini-edge to do the following.
3.1 Main Interface
As shown below, once powering on mini-edge, the 5.5 inch display will show mini-edge logo and then come into Main Interface. Operator can refer to the description below.

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Area
PREVIEW

Description
Show Preview screen and audio meter.

PROGRAM

Show Program screen and audio meter.

HDMI Signal UVC Signal Audio Status

Show HDMI 1~4 signals and audio meter.
View audio and video signals provided to live streaming software or video conferencing software.
Monitor Microphone, UAC, Line-in and Bluetooth audio input status.

Recording

Check recording duration and remaining recording duration.

Streaming

Check streaming duration and status.

3.2 MENU
There is a 5.5″ screen on operation board showing input& output status and menu content. Push MENU Button in Main Interface and the LCD screen will quickly enter MENU.

As shown in the figure above, the UI style on thescreen is similar to current smart phone

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operating interface. The first-level menu is in icon. Users can rotate ENTER knob to move the cursor to certain function and then push the knob once again to quickly enter the corresponding function management interface. Eight functions in total are available in MENU, including EFFECTS, LAYOUT, PTZ, SCENE, CHROMA KEY, AUDIO, OUTPUT and SETTING.
3.3 Standby Interface

Rotate ENTER knob to move the cursor to

icon to enter Standby Interface.

Area PREVIEW

Description
Show Preview screen and audio meter.

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Layer Selection

Icon in green indicates enabled status. Icon in blue indicates editing status.

PROGRAM

Show Program screen and audio meter.

Status Display

: Temperature : Time

: Bit Stream : Streaming Status

: Network State& IP : Recording Status

Icons

Correspond to Main Interface, Standby Interface and MENU Interface.

1~5 windows for monitoring four HDMI signals 1~4 and one UVC signal. Press

1~5 number button along the Program Source Row for signal switch. If use PTZ as

Signal Monitoring & Source Selection

HDMI input source, use Toggle & Joystick to control PTZ, and push Joystick to enter Controlling PTZ Camera. 6~8 windows for source selection, which allow the user to use U disk to import

sources. Use Enter Knob to move the cursor to certain window and push the knob

once again to enter Media Management Interface.

3.4 PIP (Picture-in-Picture)

mini-edge defaults to single-screen switching. If you need to use PIP, push MENU Button to enter MENU, use ENTER knob to move the cursor to LAYOUT icon, then press ENTER knob once again to gain access to the PIP layout setting interface.

PIP layout allows multiple windows to be displayed simultaneously on a single screen, offering users a perfect platform to check multiple video contents at the same time. The PGM Program is

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display on the full screen, and at same time the PIP video source will be displayed in the PGM window as an inset window. RGBlink offers 6 layout options. If the Layout6 is selected, use the Toggle to achieve a better view of the picture ratio.
Rotate ENTER knob to move the cursor to SCALE or CROP icon, press ENTER knob again to do more specific parameter settings for layer cropping and scaling.

Rotate ENTER knob or move the joystick to choose item and then do settings by using toggle or ENTER knob. In Layer Scaling interface, users can adjust Width, Height, Horizontal Position, Vertical Position and set Zoom ratio.

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In Layer Cropping interface, Width, Height, Horizontal Position and Vertical Position can be set. Click Reset at the bottom to clear wrong settings so as to restore to the default values.

3.5 Adding Layers
mini-edge allows users to import layers, such as BACKGROUND, LOGO, OVERLAY, etc.
3.5.1 Layer Storage Path
Use a U disk to import layers, such as BACKGROUND, LOGO, OVERLAY, etc. Before importing layers, please create folders for layer storage in the U disk.
Create Folders Automatically
1. Insert a U disk into USB interface labeled number 1, reboot mini-edge or enter BACKGROUND/LOGO/OVERLAY interface.

2. Wait for mini-edge to recognize available files. Figure below indicates no files available in U disk.

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3. If there are no available files, the USB flash drive will automatically create a folder named mini-edge with audio, image, video folders included. The image folder includes three sub-folders: background, logo and overlay.

TipsLayers should meet the following requirements:
1. BACKGROUND: 1no space and symbols in picture name2) jpg, png format (32-bit depth) or bmp (24-bit depth), resolution within 1920×1080, subject to the actual output resolution; 3) picture size should be consistent with the resolution. 2. LOGO1no space and symbols in picture name2png format (32-bit depth)resolution within 1920×1080, subject to the actual output resolution. 3. OVERLAY1no space and symbols in picture name2) png format (32-bit depth)resolution within 1920×1080, subject to the actual output resolution. 4. Audioin mp3 format.
4. Store materials in corresponding folder.

Create Folders Manually

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1. Create a folder name mini-edge by yourself. 2. Create audio, image, video folders respectively in mini-edge folder. 3. Create three sub-folders in image: background, logo and overlay. 4. Store materials in corresponding folder.
Tips
Go to RGBlink website https://rgblink- web.azurewebsites.net/productsinfo.aspx?id=252) > mini-edge > download mini- edge _material pack.
3.5.2 Adding Background
1. Insert a U disk into the USB port labeled number 1 to import background sources.
2. The user can gain access to Background Interface through the following methods: Long press BKG button along the PREVIEW Outputs Row. Then use ENTER knob to move the cursor to BKG icon in Sour Selection Area, press ENTER knob again to enter.

3. Please follow the steps outlined as follows to add background Source.

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Rotate ENTER knob to select background source saved in U disk 2) Use ENTER knob to move the cursor to”+”, press ENTER knob again to choose whether to add the source to Source Selection Area 3) The operations above also indicate preview process. The BKG button will be illuminated blue.

4. If the BKG button along the Program Source Row illuminates white, press the button to place a background layer on Program screen and the button will be illuminated red. Press button illuminated red to remove, and the button indicator changes to white.

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3.5.3 Adding Layer A
1. Push Layer A Button on the front panel to edit Layer A. This operation simultaneously enables Layer A.

2. Preview Source row is for selecting the signal source for preview. Program Source row is for selecting the signal source for program. Press 1~5 number buttons along the Preview Source row to select an input source for previewing and the selected PVW button will be illuminated Green. Press 1~5 number buttons along the Program Source row to add it to the PGM view and the selected PGM button will be illuminated Red.

3. Use the toggle on the control panel for layer zoom-in and zoom-out and the joystick to set the position for more detailed adjustment.

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4. The user can gain access to Layout Interface through the following methods:.Long press Layer A or Layer B button. Or you can push MENU button to enter menu interface. Use ENTER knob to move the cursor to LAYOUT icon, press ENTER knob again to enter. Select required layout for Layer A and place it on the background.
3.5.4 Adding Layer B
1. Push Layer B Button on the front panel to edit Layer B. This operation simultaneously enables Layer B.

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2. Press 1~5 number buttons along the Preview Source row to select an input source for previewing and the selected PVW button will be illuminated Green. Press 1~5 number buttons along the Program Source row to add it to the PGM view and the selected PGM button will be illuminated Red.

3. Layout Selection, Size & Position Adjustment, Layer Cropping & Scaling, please refer to operations in Adding Layer A.

3.5.5 Adding LOGO
1. Insert a U disk into the USB port labeled number 1 to import LOGO sources.

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2. The user can gain access to Logo Interface through the following methods: Long press Logo
button along the PREVIEW Outputs Row. Or use ENTER knob to move the cursor to LOGO in Sour Selection Area, press knob again to enter.
3. Push Logo button on the front panel to enable it. If the Logo button along the Program Source Row illuminates White, press the button to place a logo on Program screen and the button will be illuminated Red. Press button illuminated red to remove, and the button indicator changes to white.

3.5.6 Adding Overlay
1. Insert a U disk into the USB port labeled number 1 to import overlay sources.

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2. Choose Source Selection Area to enter OVERLAY management interface.
3. Choose overlay source in U disk and then tap “+” to add it to Source Selection Area. Long press
the added source for deletion.

4. Push Overlay Button on the front panel to enable the function.

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5. Same as operations in Adding Layer A and Adding Layer B, choose required layout in LAYOUT
interface and use the Joystick to quickly adjust horizontal and vertical position of OVERLAY.
3.6 Chroma Key
mini-edge supports matting, that is, removing the pure color background and overlaying it on another signal to realize the application of virtual reality. Push MENU Button to enter Main Menu, tapCHROMA KEYin MENU or push Button 5 to enter the setting interface.

Users can choose ON or OFF to enable or disable Chroma Key (off by default). Turn on Chroma Key to perform matting on Layer B by default. Select the background color which is default in green to be removed and make adjustments according to application.

Check the background color required and then use 5-direction joystick to shift options between Max, Min and Margin. Max defaults to 1232, Min defaults to 560, Margin defaults to 200.

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3.7 Controlling PTZ Camera
mini-edge can control the camera’s lens moving horizontally and vertically, focus and zoom via IP VISCA protocol and save the position and zoom information for quick calling. The PTZ preset of mini-edge not only saves the parameters of the PTZ, but also includes calling the camera, that is, when the preset of PTZ is loaded, the input is switched to the camera signal source at the same time. Push MENU Button to enter Main Menu.

SelectPTZto enter the interface.

mini-edge supports simultaneous control of up to four cameras. Please check if the port number of the controlled camera is 1259 (It’s recommended to use RGBlink vue series PTZ camera). If the port number is not 1259, please enter the port number in PTZ Control interface. The following operations are explained with examples of using mini-edge to control ONE camera

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and simultaneously control FOUR cameras. Example 1: mini-edge controls ONE camera. 1) Connect mini-edge and the camera directly via an Ethernet cable
2) Enter IP address of the camera in the following interface and then click “Enter” to save. (Note: The IP address of mini-edge and camera controlled should be in the same LAN.

Example 2: Use mini-edge and switch to control FOUR cameras. 1) Use the ping command to analyze network connectivity, check if IP address of mini-edge and the cameras are occupied, operations please refer to FAQ. 2) Enter PTZ configuration interface below to set the camera’s IP address, then click “Enter” to save. (Make sure IP address has not been occupies, and IP address of mini-edge and camera are in the same LAN.)

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Connect camera and computer to the switch.
Connect mini-edge and camera to the switch via Ethernet cables (It is recommended to use RGBlink CAT6 cable with order code as 940-0001-00-11-0). Then use mini-edge for PTZ control.

Warning:
1. The computer IP, mini-edge IP and the tested IP must be in the same LAN. 2. It is suggested to use ping command to check IP addresses of four cameras one by one to ensure
5) SelencotrmHaDl McoIm1m/HunDicMatIio2n/.HDMI 3/HDMI 4 to switch camera control interface.
3. ONLY VISCA via IP protocol is supported. Protocols including NDI PTZ/CGI/HTTP/Pelco-D/Pelco-P are
Use Tongogtlesuoppnotrhteed.front panel to adjust zoom and focus. Automatic adjustment can be achieved
by choosing AUTO.

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Use Joystick to adjust position of camera.

As shown in the figure below, the number displayed indicates the rotation speed of the camera. Use the Joystick to adjust rotation speed as 17 (by default), 14, 11, 8, 5 or 2.

Users can create multiple views by setting different camera presets and adjusting parameters such as zoom. Choose to capture a picture and add it to View.

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Choose icon to clear wrong settings so as to restore the set parameters to the default values.
3.8 Saving and Loading Scenes
mini-edge save presets to Scene in real time. If users want to quickly load current preset next time, just save it to corresponding scene. The Scene will save all the currently set parameters including Chroma Key, PTZ Presets and more. Therefore when user needs to load a preset, push corresponding Scene for quick calling. After setting the effect, push MENU Button to enter MENU, then select SCENE to enter the interface.

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The preset saving interface is shown as below.
mini-edge allows user to save 10 presets in total to the corresponding View 1~10. If the selected window does not contain a preset, press ENTER knob to choose whether to form a static picture of the current scene and save it. If the window has stored a preset, press ENTER knob to choose whether to delete or overwrite.
3.9 Video Output
Push MENU Button to enter MENU.

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ChooseOUTPUTin MENU to set parameters for video output.
3.9.1 Multi-view
Choose Multi-view to set parameters.

Default to be Multi-view preview, which can be switched to ProgramTest Pattern or 1~4 HDMI inputs for various applications. DVI/HDMI is turned on by default for connecting multiple display devices simultaneously. For example, DVI is generally used to adapt LED control cards (sending cards) and displays with DVI input interfaces, while HDMI is generally used to adapt displays with HDMI input interfaces. Turn on DVI/HDMI, mini-edge can adapt to different types of display devices. Users can return to Editing Interface to check input source preview on the touch screen.
3.9.2 Program
Choose Program to set parameters.

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Default to be Program, which can be changed to multi-view Preview or Test Pattern.
3.9.3 Resolution
Choose Format to choose output resolution.
3.9.4 USB2 Mode
Choose USB2 Mode to set the function of USB-C interface labeled number 2.

UVC Output: USB port can be recognized as USB webcam to connect computer or mobile phone for streaming or video conference.

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Record: Insert U disk for recording. Mobile Net Connection: Use with standard data cable to share network with mobile phone. (Refer to Smartphone Tethering).
Note:
1. Make sure USB2 and USB1 interface are in different functions when setting USB2 mode. 2. To ensure a successful mode switch, please disconnect USB2 interface first.
3.10 Streaming
Push MENU Button to enter MENU.

Choose Stream inOUTPUTmenu to enter streaming configuration interface.

Please check network communication before enabling streaming. You can provide network for mini-edge through Direct Connection or Smartphone Tethering.
3.10.1 Direct Connection
mini-edge switcher ‘ s Ethernet connector lets you stream directly. Connect mini-edge to the

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internet by plugging a network cable from the Ethernet port to an internet router or a network switch. It is recommended to use RGBlink CAT6 cable with order code as 940-0001-00-11-0.
3.10.2 Smartphone Tethering
1. For iOS system, please do as follows: 1) Simply connect a standard power cord from your smartphone to the USB-C port labeled number 1 on your mini- edge.
2) Then the ‘Trust This Computer’ alert message will appear on your device. TapTrust’ on your device and do as followings: OpenSettings’ > Select Personal Hotspot’ > EnterWLAN Password’ > Turn on `Allow Others to Join’.

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Select SETTING in MENU to enter following interface. You can also access to Setting Interface by choosing icon. Select Network in Setting and then Mobile to stream by using the hotspot of mobile phone.
As shown in figures below, if the status changes from “Not Discoverable” to “Connection”, it means that the mini-edge and your mobile phone have achieved network sharing.
2. For Android system, please do as follows: 1) Open Settings’>Additional settings’> Developer options”> Turn onUSB debugging’.
Simply connect a standard power cord from your smartphone to the USB-C port labeled

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number 1 on your mini-edge.
3) Open Settings’ > SelectMobile Network’ > Personal Hotspot’ >Other Sharing Mode’ > Turn on `Share Phone Network via USB’.

Select SETTING in MENU to enter following interface. You can also access to Setting Interface

by choosing

icon. Choose Network in Setting and then Mobile to stream by using the

hotspot of mobile phone.

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Warning:
1. Select Cable when using local network for streaming. 2. If failed to use network sharing, please operate Step 2 as follows: Connect USB-C interface of OTG cable to mini-edge, then use standard data cable to connect your phone to USB-A interface of OTG cable. 3. The user interface may vary according to mobile phone types, please refer to the actual use.
3.10.3 YouTube Live
In above operations, mini-edge has been connected to network. Then prepare a USB disk to import streaming address and do as the steps below. This chapter takes YouTube Live as the example. 1. Log into your YouTube account on your computer; 2. Click the camera icon in the top right corner to create a video.

3. Select”go live”.

4. Type in a title and add a description in the dialogue box, click “create stream” and then copy the Stream URL and Stream Key.

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5. Press “Windows” key and “R” key to open “Run” dialog box. Type “notepad” and click the “OK” .

6. Paste the Stream URL and Stream Key in notepad and save file title as rtmp.ini (the format must be : rtmp://YOUR STREAM URL/YOUR STREAM KEY). Then copy the file to USB disk.
7. Connect the USB disk to mini-edge’s USB port. As shown in the figure below, users can view the imported streaming address and streaming status. All addresses are in gray by default, which indicates un-selected state. Click to select required stream address. Address in green filling bank indicates selected status.

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Selected Stream Status
mini-edge supports streaming up to 2 platforms at the same time. Push ON AIR Button on the front panel to start streaming. Users can according to the actual situation to adjust the Code Rate and Mode of the live video as needed. For example, if the network speed is slow, the Code Rate can be switched to a lower level.
3.10.4 Controlling PTZ Camera During Live
To control PTZ camera while performing live streaming, please make sure PTZ, mini-edge and network are in the same LAN, then turn on DHCP of mini-edge in Network Interface at the same time. ( Turning off DHCP will not affect live streaming if the IP address does not conflict) Click Network on Setting Menu to configure IP address. IP Setting: Dynamic (IP configured by router) : Connecting mini-edge with a router with DHCP features. Turn on DHCP of mini- edge and the router, then mini-edge will capture an IP address automatically.

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Static (set IP freely by yourself): Turn off DHCP to manually set IP address. Then click “Enter” to conform your setting.

Subnet mask: Set the subnet mask. The default setting is 255.255.255.0. Gateway: Set the Gateway according to the IP address and subnet mask. For example, if the IP address of mini-edge is 192.168.5.98 and the subnet mask is 255.255.255.0, please set the gateway to 192.168.5.1.
Note:
Please refer to Controlling PTZ Camera for PTZ operations.

3.11 Recording
The mini-edge supports recording streaming media content to an external USB storage through the USB 3.0 interface. The supported format is exFAT. The recorded video will be sectioned after storage up to 4G with

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each section.
Insert a U disk to USB port labeled number 1. Before recording, format the U-disk first. You can directly format U-disk on your mini-edge. The steps are as below: Push MENU Button to enter Menu

Choose OUTPUT in MENU to enter Video Output interface, then choose Record to enter recording configuration interface. If no USB disk is inserted, the interface displays as follows:

After USB disk is inserted, please do as follows: Set the file system to exFAT and the size of allocation unit to 128kb > Disk formatting > Confirm to format disk.

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Warning:
If the U disk cannot be recognized when inserting into mini-edge, use a dual USB cable to power U disk. In Recording interface, the disk information can be captured automatically by mini-edge. Enable Recording switch to start or stop recording, and you can check recording duration and progress.
3.12 Switch Effect Setting
Push MENU Button to enter MENU.

SelectEFFECTS to enter the following interface. 17 transition effects in total can be selected.

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3.13 Audio
mini-edge supports mixed output of multiple channels, and also allows user to check volume meter. Push MENU Button to enter MENU.
Select AUDIO to enter the Audio Management Interface. As shown in the figure below, the Audio Management Interface is divided into eight parts. Please refer to the following table for operation.

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Indicate MIC 1MIC 2Line-inBluetoothHDMI 1HDMI 2HDMI 3HDMI 4.

Icon below virtual slider will display different colors:

– Icon in gray indicates no input for BluetoothHDMI 1HDMI 2HDMI 3 or HDMI 4.

Input Audio Meters

– Icon in corresponding color indicates there is an active input signal. Use channel fader or white virtual slider to adjust volume.

1~4 HDMI inputs support embedded audio adjustment via control knob on front panel.

MIC 1MIC 2Line-inBluetooth support audio adjustment via channel fader on front

panel.

Mute Buttons AFV

Press to turn on/off: Icon illuminated green indicates OFF and red indicates ON. Mute analog input, the channel is muted only on Program out. Mute HDMI input, the HDMI channel is muted on Program out; users can also monitor
audio if there is HDMI input in the Preview out. Mute PVW out, audio cannot be captured in Preview out. Mute PGM out, audio cannot be captured in Program out.
AFV stands for audio follows video. Enable AFV, the audio follows the video switch to perform a soft gradual transition when video is switched. Disable AFV, the audio will be remained on during and after video switching. Set AFV for any HDMI embedded audio so the audio switches with the video source to

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PVW and PGM automatically.

Page Up/Down

Tap Page Up or Page Down icon to enter different audio clip storage page. Tap Page Down icon to enter Media for audio management; tap Page Up or Page Down icon to back to Audio.

Audio Clips

Audio clip storage and playback area. Tap to play audio in Program out. Icon in green indicates playing status; icon in white indicates the audio clip has finished playing.

Output Audio Meters

Indicate Headphone output and Program output.

Audio Delay

Configure audio delay for HDMI or MIC to keep audio in sync with the video. Range: 0~300ms, increase or reduce 10ms each time.

Selecting Microphone and Setting Level
If the sound is too quiet or too loud, you need to control audio level. Tap MIC 1, MIC 2, Line-in input icon to set audio levels for microphone in different types.

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“+” and ” – ” icons are used for increasing or decreasing the audio level for the respective source.
3.14 Setting
Push MENU Button to enter MENU.

SelectSETTINGto enter Setting Interface. You can also access to Setting Interface via icon.

As shown in the figure above, eleven functions are available, including About, Date&Time, Language, Network, Bluetooth, Views Auto Loop, Pattern, Reset, Auto Return, Fan and Display.
3.14.1 About
Choose About to check information about mini-edge. As shown in the figure below, users can view Device Name and SN serial number. Select Device Version to check current version and

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upgrade mini-edge.More details please refer to Upgrade
3.14.2 Date and Time
Choose Date & Time to check operating time and set time displayed in mini- edge. If the device is connected to network, turn on automatic setting switch to synchronize the time.
If the device is not connected to the network, users can set the time manually.

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3.14.3 Language
Choose Language to enter the following interface.

Set system language as English or Chinese.
3.14.4 Bluetooth
Choose Bluetooth to enter the following interface.

Bluetooth defaults to ON. Turn on Bluetooth on mini-edge and mobile phone to establish a Bluetooth connection. You can check device name in this interface and then select the mini-edge model that needs to be paired in the Bluetooth Setting Interface of the phone.

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After successful connection of mini-edge and mobile phone, you can play music via Bluetooth.
Tips:
1. mini-edge is generally named as mini-edge-XXXX. 2. If there is no sound when playing music, please use the Channel Fader on the front panel to adjust the BLUETOOTH and PREVIEW volume to an appropriate level.
3.14.5 Views Auto Loop
Choose Views Auto Loop to enter the following interface.

Views Auto Loop refers to the cyclic switching of saved views, allowing users to check multiple screens simultaneously. Enable the function to set the loop time between views. For example, if the loop time is set to 10 seconds, each view will be displayed for 10 seconds before automatically switching to the next view in a loop. After looping the last view, it will automatically jump to the first view and continue the loop.
3.14.6 T-Bar Mode
Click T-Bar Mode to select T-Bar PVW Mode or CUT Mode.

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mini-edge defaults to T-Bar Mode. Users can also switch to CUT Mode and then use Button 1~5 on the operation board to switch inputs. For some important occasions, users might need to preview and preset the next scene to ensure the accuracy and stability of the screen. mini-edge provides T-Bar PVW mode to allow switch after editing and confirmation. When PVW Mode is enabled, all operation could be checked on PVW window. Slide T-Bar to switch between PVW and PGM. Switch time can be customized by sliding the time bar.
Warning:
Only CUT mode supports time setting.
3.14.7 Reset
Select Reset to check current version of mini-edge and perform factory reset.

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3.14.8 Auto Return
Choose Auto Return to enter following interface. The user can disable Auto PVW or set interval to 15s, 30s, 45s or 60s. As shown in the figure below, if interval is set to 15s, the screen will automatically return to the Main Interface.

3.14.9 Fan
Choose Fan for fan speed adjustment.

In the fan control interface, four levels of fan speed for users to choose from. Choose Auto to achieve automatic adjustment of the fan speed.
3.14.10 Display
Select Display to enter the interface below. Use ENTER knob or adjuster to control brightness of touch screen and buttons.

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In addition to above settings, users can also set Chinese or English as the interface language.

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Chapter 4 Ordering Codes

4.1 Product Code

230-0006-01-0

mini-edge

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Chapter 5 Appendix

5.1 Specification

Connectors

Input Output

HDMI 4K HDMI 2K

4×HDMI-A 1×HDMI-A

USB (Stream)

1×USB-C

Audio

USB (Record) In

1×USB-C 2×6.35mm XLR/6.35mm TRS Jack 1×6.35mm TRS Jack

Out

1×6.35mm TRS Jack

Communication LAN

1×3.5mm mini-Jack 1×RJ45

Power

1×USB-C

Performance Input Resolutions SMPTE VESA

Output Resolutions SMPTE VESA

Video

Video Formats

720p@50/60 |1080i@50 | 1080p@23.98/24.97/50/59.94/60 1024×768@60 | 1280×720@60 | 1280×768@60 | 1280×800@60 | 1280×1024@60 | 1360×768@60 |1366×768@60 | 1440×900@60 | 1600×1200@60 | 1680×1050@60 | 1920×1080@60 | 1920×1200@60 | 3840×2160@60 | 4096×2160@60 720p@50/60 | 1080p@24/25/30/50/60 1024×768@60 | 1280×720@60 | 1280×768@60 | 1280×1024@60 | 1360×768@60 | 1920×1080@60
HDMI 2.0 | HDCP 2.2

Color Space

RGB 8bit

Video Sampling 4:4:4 YUV

Audio

Video Latency Line In Delay

<4 frames up to 8 frames

Audio Format

HDMI USB

Linear PCM, 24 bits/48 kHz, 2 ch Linear PCM, 16 bits/48 kHz, 2 ch

Record/Storage

Record Formats MP4 | WAV

Disk Formats

FAT32(32 GB) | exFAT(64GB~2T)

Supported Standards HDMI

2.0

USB

3.0

H.265

ITU-T H.265/ ISO/IEC 23008-2

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Power

Compatibility

USB Power Delivery (PD) 3.0

Supported Cables Certified USB PD Aware

Input Voltage

Type-C 12V/3A

Maximum Power 36W

Working Environment

Temperature Humidity

0~45 10%~85% RH

Physical

Weight

Net

1.48kg

Packaged

2.80kg

Dimension

Net

280.0mm × 222.6mm × 63.5mm

Packaged

332.0mm × 238.5mm × 109.0mm

5.2 FAQ
1. Fail to power on mini-edge? A: The Power Supply included with mini-edge is the recommended power supply to use. If you use other power supply, make sure the power supports 12V 3A. Then check whether the power supply is connected first, and use it correctly according to the power supply standard of your country/region. If still failed to power on mini-edge, please check whether the power cord is damaged. Please contact us if the device is damaged during transportation.. 2. If there is a power supply problem with the mini-edge. APlease try to change the power adapter (support 36W). 3. mini-edge upgrade notes. A Please connect U disk with standard OTG cable for upgrade. If the upgrade file cannot be recognized, please check whether its in .img format; If the file still cannot be recognized, please replace the OTG cable or contact us.. 4. mini-edge cannot control PTZ. APlease make sure that the IP address of mini-edge and PTZ are in the same network segment.

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For example, the IP address of PTZ is 192.168.5.163. Please also set the IP address of mini-edge to 192.168.5.X ( (2~254) except163 Outside), confirm on mini XPOSE whether the Visca port number in the PTZ settings is the corresponding port number, for example, the Visca port number of the PTZ of RGBlink is 1259. 5. mini-edge USB 3.0 RECORD cannot recognize U disk. APlease format the U disk (exFAT). 6. mini-edge USB 3.0 WEBCAM cannot be recognized/recognized without picture(black picture). A Please confirm whether the computer configuration meets the following conditions, if not, please select one of the following methods 6.1)-6.5) for testing: Windows CPU:i5 and above Memory:8 GB or more Operating System: Windows 10 64 bit processor or above Graphics: Support Direct X9 128M or above (open AERO effect) Hard disk space: Above 16G (primary partitions, NTFS format) Connector: USB 3.0 or type c Others: do not run multiple video capture or editing software simultaneously MAC CPUi5 and above Connector: USB 3.0 or type c Operating System: macOS 11.0 Big Sur or later macOS 10.15 Catalina

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Others: do not run multiple video capture or editing software simultaneously 6.1)Or use typeC to USB3.0 hub to connect the computer and mini-edge 6.2)Or use USB software->ProcessControl_1.0.0.2 to improve performance of computer(in the attachment) 6.3)Lower the output resolution 6.4)Unplug and plug the USB3.0 cable and re-enter the streaming software. 6.5)Change the USB2.0 cable to do streaming (note that the picture quality is lower than the USB3.0 cable, and the USB2.0 cable is not recommended to use the PVW output) 7. Does mini-edge support HDCP? A: The HDMI input supports the HDCP protocol, HDMI input 1 port supports HDCP2.X, the other input ports support HDCP1.X, and the output does not support HDCP protocol encryption 8. mini-edge HDMI input what kind of YUV. Amini-edge supports 4:4:4not supports 4:2:0. 9. When mini-edge input is i format signal will be half-screened or cut with the P format signal, the height of the P format will be cut. A At present, the latest program can automatically determine the i/P signal source and automatically adjust the cropping value. 10. Can mini-edge control PTZ of Pelco protocol? ACurrently, the PTZ controlling this protocol is not supported, mini-edge supports to control Visca protocol PTZ. 11. Insert USB disk for recording into mini-edge, mini-edge turns into black screen? AIt means that the USB disk is in a read- only state, please use computer to unlock the USB disk.

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12. Connection is normal but failed to search or recognize the camera? A: 12.1) Connect the switch to the computer.
12.2) Press the “Windows” key and the “R” key to open the “Run” dialog box. Type “cmd” and click the “OK” .
12.3) Enter “ping + IP address ” , for example, “ping 192.168.5.66”. If the interface shows “Destination host unreachable,” it means that the IP has not been occupied.

12.4) Then enter “ping 192.168.5.66” in the “Run” dialog box again. Press “Enter” on the keyboard to access this IP address.

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5.3 Upgrade
Tool: USB disk(copy the firmware to the root directory of USB disk) Approaches for upgrade guideline:

Website https://rgblink-web.azurewebsites.net/productsinfo.aspx?id=269 2) Dropbox https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/07xkx4n6fcixm816v2yxq/h?rlkey=9qtaewha08wb2n1wqhbue63 mn&dl=0
Warning
Do not power off during the upgrade process, otherwise mini-edge may be unable to enter the system after booting.
Steps:
1.Copy upgrade package to root directory of USB disk.
2.Power on the device and connect USB disk to USB-C port labeled number 1 by an OTG cable.

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3.SelectAboutinSETTINGmenu to enter the interface below.
4.SelectDevice Versionto check current system version and upgrade file version imported via USB disk; chooseUpgradeto upgrade mini-edge
5. The upgrade interface is shown in the figure below. Please DO NOT power off the device during upgrade. mini-edge will reboot after upgrade is completed.

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5.4 Terms & Definitions
RCA: Connector used primarily in consumer AV equipment for both audio and video. The RCA connector was developed by the Radio Corporation of America.
BNC: Stands for Bayonet Neill-Concelman. A cable connector used extensively in television (named for its inventors). A cylindrical bayonet connector that operates with a twist-locking motion .
CVBS: CVBS or Composite video, is an analog video signal without audio. Most commonly CVBS is used for transmission of standard definition signals. In consumer applications the connector is typically RCA type, while in professional applications the connector is BNC type. YPbPr: Used to describe the colour space for progressive-scan. Otherwise known as component video. VGA: Video Graphics Array. VGA is an analog signal typically used on earlier computers. The signal is non-interlaced in modes 1, 2, and 3 and interlaced when using in mode. DVI: Digital Visual Interface. The digital video connectivity standard that was developed by DDWG (Digital Display Work Group). This connection standard offers two different connectors: one with 24 pins that handles digital video signals only, and one with 29 pins that handles both digital and analog video.
SDI: Serial Digital Interface. Standard definition video is carried on this 270 Mbps data transfer rate. Video pixels are characterized with a 10-bit depth and 4:2:2 color quantization. Ancillary data is included on this interface and typically includes audio or other metadata. Up to sixteen audio channels can be transmitted. Audio is organised into blocks of 4 stereo pairs. Connector is BNC.
HD-SDI: High-definition serial digital interface (HD-SDI), is standardized in SMPTE 292M this provides a nominal data rate of 1.485 Gbit/s.
3G-SDI: Standardized in SMPTE 424M, consists of a single 2.970 Gbit/s serial link that allows replacing dual link HD-SDI.
6G-SDI: Standardized in SMPTE ST-2081 released in 2015, 6Gbit/s bitrate and able to support 2160p@30.
12G-SDI: Standardized in SMPTE ST-2082 released in 2015, 12Gbit/s bitrate and able to support 2160p@60.
U-SDI: Technology for transmitting large-volume 8K signals over a single cable. a signal interface called the ultra high definition signal/data interface (U-SDI) for transmitting 4K and 8K signals using a single optical cable. The interface was standardized as the SMPTE ST 2036-4.
HDMI: High Definition Multimedia Interface: An interface used for the transmission of uncompressed high definition video, up to 8 channels of audio, and control signals, over a single cable.
HDMI 1.3: Released on June 22 2006, and increased the maximum TMDS clock to 340 MHz (10.2 Gbit/s).

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Support resolution 1920 × 1080 at 120 Hz or 2560 × 1440 at 60 Hz). It added support for 10 bpc, 12 bpc, and 16 bpc color depth (30, 36, and 48 bit/px), called deep color.
HDMI 1.4: Released on June 5, 2009, added support for 4096×2160 at 24 Hz, 3840×2160 at 24, 25, and 30 Hz, and 1920×1080 at 120 Hz. Compared to HDMI 1.3, 3 more features added which are HDMI Ethernet Channel (HEC) , audio return channel (ARC),3D Over HDMI, a new Micro HDMI Connector, an expanded set of color spaces.
HDMI 2.0: Released on September 4, 2013 increases the maximum bandwidth to 18.0 Gbit/s. Other features of HDMI 2.0 include up to 32 audio channels, up to 1536 kHz audio sample frequency, the HE-AAC and DRA audio standards, improved 3D capability, and additional CEC functions.
HDMI 2.0a: Was released on April 8, 2015, and added support for High Dynamic Range (HDR) video with static metadata.
HDMI 2.0b: Was released March, 2016, support for HDR Video transport and extends the static metadata signaling to include Hybrid Log-Gamma (HLG).
HDMI 2.1: Released on November 28, 2017. It adds support for higher resolutions and higher refresh rates, Dynamic HDR including 4K 120 Hz and 8K 120 Hz.
DisplayPort: A VESA standard interface primarily for video, but also for audio, USB and other data. DisplayPort (orDP) is backwards compatible with HDMI, DVI and VGA.
DP 1.1: Was ratified on 2 April 2007, and version 1.1a was ratified on 11 January 2008. DisplayPort 1.1 allow a maximum bandwidth of 10.8 Gbit/s (8.64 Gbit/s data rate) over a standard 4-lane main link, enough to support 1920×1080@60Hz
DP 1.2: Introduced on 7 January 2010, effective bandwidth to 17.28 Gbit/s support increased resolutions, higher refresh rates, and greater color depth, maximum resolution 3840×2160@60Hz
DP 1.4: Publish on 1 Mar, 2016.overall transmission bandwidth 32.4 Gbit/s ,DisplayPort 1.4 adds support for Display Stream Compression 1.2 (DSC), DSC is a “visually lossless” encoding technique with up to a 3:1 compression ratio. Using DSC with HBR3 transmission rates, DisplayPort 1.4 can support 8K UHD (7680×4320) at 60 Hz or 4K UHD (3840×2160) at 120 Hz with 30 bit/px RGB color and HDR. 4K at 60 Hz 30 bit/px RGB/HDR can be achieved without the need for DSC.
Multi-mode Fiber: Fibers that support many propagation paths or transverse modes are called multi-mode fibers, generally have a wider core diameter and are used for short-distance communication links and for applications where high power must be transmitted.
Single-mode Fiber: Fiber that support a single mode are called single-mode fibers. Single-mode fibers are used for most communication links longer than 1,000 meters (3,300 ft).

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SFP: Small form-factor pluggable , is a compact, hot-pluggable network interface module used for both telecommunication and data communications applications.

Optical Fiber Connector: Terminates the end of an optical fiber, and enables quicker connection and disconnection than splicing. The connectors mechanically couple and align the cores of fibers so light can pass. 4 most common types of optical fiber connectors are SC, FC, LC,ST.

SC: (Subscriber Connector), also known as the square connector was also created by the Japanese company Nippon Telegraph and Telephone. SC is a push-pull coupling type of connector and has a 2.5mm diameter. Nowadays, it is used mostly in single mode fiber optic patch cords, analog, GBIC, and CATV. SC is one of the most popular options, as its simplicity in design comes along with great durability and affordable prices.

LC(Lucent Connector) is a small factor connector (uses only a 1.25mm ferrule diameter) that has a snap coupling mechanism. Because of its small dimensions, it is the perfect fit for high-density connections, XFP, SFP, and SFP+ transceivers.

FC: (Ferrule Connector) is a screw type connector with a 2.5mm ferrule. FC is a round shaped threaded fiber optic connector,mostly used on Datacom, telecom, measurement equipment, single-mode laser.

ST: (Straight Tip) was invented by AT&T and uses a bayonet mount along with a long spring-loaded ferrule to support the fiber.

USB: Universal Serial Bus is a standard that was developed in the mid-1990s that defines cables, connectors and communication protocols. This technology is designed to allow a connection, communication and power supply for peripheral devices and computers.

USB 1.1: FullBandwidth USB, specification was the first release to be widely adopted by the consumer market. This specification allowed for a maximum bandwidth of 12Mbps.

USB 2.0: or HiSpeed USB, specification made many improvements over USB 1.1. The main improvement was an increase in bandwidth to a maximum of 480Mbps.

USB 3.2: Super Speed USB with 3 varieties of 3.2 Gen 1(original name USB 3.0), 3.2Gen 2(original name USB 3.1), 3.2 Gen 2×2 (original name USB 3.2) with speed up to 5Gbps,10Gbps,20Gbps respectively.

USB version and connectors figure:

USB 2.0

Type Type B Mini

A

Mini B

Micro- Micro Type C

A

-B

USB 3.0

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USB 3.1&3.2

NTSC: The colour video standard used in North America and some other parts of the world created by the National Television Standards Committee in the 1950s. NTSC utilizes an interlaced video signals.
PAL: Phase Alternate Line. A television standard in which the phase of the colour carrier is alternated from line to line. It takes four full images (8 fields) for the colour-to-horizontalimages (8 fields) for the colour-to- horizontal phase relationship to return to the reference point. This alternation helps cancel out phase errors. For this reason, the hue control is not needed on a PAL TV set. PAL, is widely used in needed on a PAL TV set. PAL, is widely used in Western Europe, Australia, Africa, the Middle East, and Micronesia. PAL uses 625-line, 50-field (25 fps) composite colour transmission system.
SMPTE: Society of Motion image and Television Engineers. A global organization, based in the United States, that sets standards for baseband visual communications. This includes film as well as video and television standards.
VESA: Video Electronics Standards Association. An organization facilitating computer graphics through standards.
HDCP: High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection (HDCP) was developed by Intel Corporation an is in wide use for protection of video during transmission between devices.
HDBaseT: A video standard for the transmission of uncompressed video (HDMI signals) and related features using Cat 5e/Cat6 cabling infrastructure. ST2110: A SMPTE developed standard, ST2110 describes how to send digital video over and IP networks. Video is transmitted uncompressed with audio and other data in a separate streams. SMPTE2110 is intended principally for broadcast production and distribution facilities where quality and flexibility are more important.
SDVoE: Software Defined Video over Ethernet (SDVoE) is a method for transmission, distribution and management AV signals using a TCP/IP Ethernet infrastructure for transport with low latency. SDVoE is commonly used in integration applications.
Dante AV: The Dante protocol was developed for and widely adopted in audio systems for the transmission of uncompressed digital audio on IP based networks. The more recent Dante AV specification includes support for digital video.
NDI: Network Device interface (NDI) is a software standard developed by NewTek to enable video-compatible products to communicate, deliver, and receive broadcast quality video in a high quality, low latency manner that is frame- accurate and suitable for switching in a live production environment over TCP (UDP) Ethernet based

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networks. NDI is commonly found in broadcast applications.
RTMP: Real-Time Messaging Protocol (RTMP) was initially a proprietary protocol developed by Macromedia (now Adobe) for streaming audio, video and data over the Internet, between a Flash player and a server.
RTSP: The Real Time Streaming Protocol (RTSP) is a network control protocol designed for use in entertainment and communications systems to control streaming media servers. The protocol is used for establishing and controlling media sessions between end points.
MPEG: Moving Picture Experts Group is a working group formed from ISO and IEC developing standards that allow audio/video digital compression and Transmission.
H.264: Also known as AVC (Advanced Video Coding) or MPEG-4i is a common video compression standard. H.264 was standardized by the ITU-T Video Coding Experts Group (VCEG) together with the ISO/IEC JTC1 Moving Picture Experts Group (MPEG).
H.265: Also known as HEVC (High Efficiency Video Coding ) H.265 is the successor to the widely used H.264/AVC digital video coding standard. Developed under the auspices of ITU, resolutions up to 8192×4320 may be compressed.
API: An Application Programming Interface (API) provides a predefined function which allows access capabilities and features or routines via a software or hardware, without accessing source code or understanding the details of inner working mechanism. An API call may execute a function and/or provide data feedback/report.
DMX512: The communication standard developed by USITT for entertainment and digital lighting systems.The wide adoption of the Digital Multiplex (DMX) protocol has seen the protocol used for a wide range of other devices including video controllers. DMX512 is delivered over cable of 2 twisted pairs with 5pin XLR cables for connection.
ArtNet: An ethernet protocol based on TCP/IP protocol stack, mainly used in entertainment/events applications. Built on the DMX512 data format, ArtNet enables multiple ” universes” of DMX512 to be transmitted using ethernet networks for transport.
MIDI: MIDI is the abbreviation of Musical Instrument Digital Interface. As the name indicates the protocol was developed for communication between electronical musical instruments and latterly computers. MIDI instructions are triggers or commands sent over twisted pair cables, typically using 5pin DIN connectors.

OSC: The principle of Open Sound Control (OSC) protocol is for networking sound synthesizers, computers, and
multimedia devices for musical performance or show control. As with XML and JSON, the OSC protocol allows sharing data. OSC is transported via UDP packets between devices connected on an Ethernet.

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Brightness: Usually refers to the amount or intensity of video light produced on a screen without regard to colour. Sometimes called black level.
Contrast Ratio: The ratio of the high light output level divided by the low light output level. In theory, the contrast ratio of the television system should be at least 100:1, if not 300:1. In reality, there are several limitations. Well-controlled viewing conditions should yield a practical contrast ratio of 30:1 to 50:1.
Colour Temperature: The colour quality, expressed in degrees Kelvin (K), of a light source. The higher the colour temperature, the bluer the light. The lower the temperature, the redder the light. Benchmark colour temperature for the A/V industry include 5000°K, 6500°K, and 9000°K. Saturation: Chroma, Chroma gain. The intensity of the colour, or the extent to which a given colour in any image is free from white. The less white in a colour, the truer the colour or the greater its saturation. Saturation is the amount of pigment in a colour, and not the intensity.
Gamma: The light output of a CRT is not linear with respect to the voltage input. The difference between what you should have and what is actually output is known as gamma.
Frame: In interlaced video, a frame is one complete image.A video frame is made up of two fields, or two sets of interlaced lines. In a film, a frame is one still image of a series that makes up a motion image.
Genlock: Allows synchronisation of otherwise video devices. A signal generator provides a signal pulses which connected devices can reference. Also see Black Burst and Color Burst.
Blackburst: The video waveform without the video elements.It includes the vertical sync, horizontal sync, and the Chroma burst information. Blackburst is used to synchronize video equipment to align the video output.
Colour Burst: In colour TV systems, a burst of subcarrier frequency located on the back part of the composite video signal. This serves as a colour synchronizing signal to establish a frequency and phase reference for the Chroma signal. Colour burst is 3.58 MHz for NTSC and 4.43 MHz for PAL.
Colour Bars: A standard test pattern of several basic colours (white, yellow, cyan, green, magenta, red, blue, and black) as a reference for system alignment and testing. In NTSC video, the most commonly used colour bars are the SMPTE standard colour bars. In PAL video, the most commonly used colour bars are eight full field bars. On computer monitors the most commonly used colour bars are two rows of reversed colour bars
Seamless Switching: A feature found on many video switchers. This feature causes the switcher to wait until the vertical interval to switch. This avoids a glitch (temporary scrambling) which often is seen when switching between

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sources.
Scaling: A conversion of a video or computer graphic signal from a starting resolution to a new resolution. Scaling from one resolution to another is typically done to optimize the signal for input to an image processor, transmission path or to improve its quality when presented on a particular display.
PIP: Picture-In-Picture. A small image within a larger image created by scaling down one of image to make it smaller. Other forms of PIP displays include Picture-By-Picture (PBP) and Picture- With-Picture (PWP), which are commonly used with 16:9 aspect display devices. PBP and PWP image formats require a separate scaler for each video window .
HDR: is a high dynamic range (HDR) technique used in imaging and photography to reproduce a greater dynamic range of luminosity than what is possible with standard digital imaging or photographic techniques. The aim is to present a similar range of luminance to that experienced through the human visual system.
UHD: Standing for Ultra High Definition and comprising 4K and 8K television standards with a 16:9 ratio, UHD follows the 2K HDTV standard. A UHD 4K display has a physical resolution of 3840×2160 which is four times the area and twice both the width and height of a HDTV/FullHD (1920 x1080) video signal.
EDID: Extended Display Identification Data. EDID is a data structure used to communicate video display information, including native resolution and vertical interval refresh rate requirements, to a source device. The source device will then output the provided EDID data, ensuring proper video image quality.
5.5 Revision History
The table below lists the changes to the User Manual.

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