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P INN ACL E Table of Contents Chapter 1 Safety ................................................ 1-1 Safety Notes ................................................................................... 1-2 Additional Instructions ................................................................. 1-2 Safety Standards .......................................................................... 1-2 Implementation in Accordance with Intended Use ............................. 1-2 Symbols and Conventions .............................................................. 1-3 Safety Instructions for Initial Startup .............................................. 1-4 Safety when Operating .................................................................. 1-4 Chapter 2 General .............................................. 2-1 Transport, Packing, Environmental Protection ................................... 2-3 System Cleaning .......................................................................... 2-3 Handling CD-ROM Discs ................................................................. 2-4 Handling Floppy Disks ................................................................... 2-6 Chapter 3 Setup ................................................. 3-1 Installation .................................................................................... 3-3 System Requirements .................................................................... 3-4 The Liquid Edition PRO Box Hardware Installation ............................. 3-5 Installing the Software and Setting up the System ............................ 3-8 Connecting the control panel (Jog/Shuttle) (Optional) ..................3-12 Device Control via RS 422 Remote ................................................3-13 Appendix ......................................................................................3-14 Band I Table of Contents I PINN ACLE Table of Contents Chapter 4 Site Settings ....................................... 4-1 Player Settings ................................................................................ 4-3 How to Change Parameters ............................................................ 4-4 Settings Tab ................................................................................ 4-5 Connections Tab ..........................................................................4-13 Inputs/Outputs Tab .....................................................................4-15 System Settings .............................................................................4-17 Changing Parameters ...................................................................4-17 General Tab ................................................................................4-18 System Info Tab ..........................................................................4-19 FX Editors Settings ........................................................................4-20 Render Quality Tab ......................................................................4-20 Preview Quality Tab .....................................................................4-20 System Tab .................................................................................4-21 Advanced Settings .......................................................................4-21 Plug-In Settings ............................................................................4-22 Appendix Index .................................................... I-1 II Band I Table of Contents Safety Volume I Chapter 1 PINN ACLE Safety Notes Safety Notes This manual is an important component of Pinnacle Liquid.It should be permanently available in the vicinity of Pinnacle Liquid, and is to be read and applied by every person working with or managing the system. Additional Instructions The system operator shall add to the manual any additional operating instructions demanded by national regulations regarding prevention of accidents and environmental protection, including information on obligations to supervise and register with regard to special conditions, for example with reference to organization of work, work procedures and the persons engaged to perform the work. Also to be observed, in addition to the regulations in the manual and the currently binding regulations on accident prevention in the country concerned and at the site of implementation, are the approved special technical regulations regarding safe and proper operation on and with the equipment concerned. Safety Standards The Pinnacle Liquid editing system and its components were developed, produced and tested to comply with applicable standards, state-of-the-art technology and recognized safety regulations. For customers in Europe Conformance to European guidelines and standards is confirmed by CE certification and the CE declaration of conformity. For customers in the USA The system was tested to comply with "FCC standards for home and office use". For more information on CE and FCC Declarations, contact Pinnacle Systems GmbH. Implementation in Accordance with Intended Use Pinnacle Liquid is intended exclusively for video and audio editing. Any other use shall not be deemed intended use. Any damages resulting shall be the sole responsibility of the user/system operator. 1-2 Volume I Chapter Safety P INN ACL E Safety Notes Symbols and Conventions Symbols Identifying Special Texts Caution Calls the reader's attention to especially "dangerous" actions, i.e. actions that could lead to a loss of data. Note Calls the reader's attention to important information and practical tips or workarounds. Optional Functions OP Headings with the superscript OP mark identify features, which can be acquired as optional software or hardware additions to Pinnacle Liquid. Symbols Mounted on the Hardware It is imperative to follow symbols mounted directly on system components. They must not be removed and must be kept in a legible condition. Danger Indicates that under certain circumstances, there may be a danger to life or physical safety. Read the mounted warnings and follow existing safety regulations. Attention Indicates an electrostatically sensitive device (ESD). Improper handling can result in damage to the product. Take precautionary measures against electrostatic discharge. Warning Warns of an electromagnetic field. This is a Class A device that can under certain circumstances cause radio interference in residential areas. The device operator is required to take suitable countermeasures. Volume I Chapter Safety 1-3 PINN ACLE Safety Notes Safety Instructions for Initial Startup Danger To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. If a solid object or liquid gets into the inside of the system, disconnect the system from the power supply and inform Customer Service immediately. Do not install the unit with the Pinnacle Liquid interface card near heat sources such as radiators or hot air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight, excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock. Special Hazards Danger Risk of electric shock and destruction of Pinnacle Liquidsystem components. All local grounding and lightning protection regulations are to be observed for the system. Safety when Operating Warning This is a Class A device that can under certain circumstances cause radio interference in residential areas. The device operator is required to take suitable countermeasures! In the case of radio interference, switch the computer system off immediately and disconnect the power supply cord. In doing so always pull on the connector and never on the cable. Troubleshoot immediately. 1-4 Volume I Chapter Safety General Volume I Chapter 2 PINN ACLE Pinnacle Liquid is an extremely flexible and powerful non-linear editing system for video editing. Its operating system is easy to use, allowing the user to focus on creating video. This section provides general information on handling the device and the associated components. w Transport, packing, environmental protection w Cleaning w Handling data media 2-2 Volume I Chapter General P INN ACL E Transport, Packing, Environmental Protection Always transport the system in its original packing. Keep the cardboard box and packing material to ensure safe packing of the system for transport at a later date. Keep the packing free of moisture. Always pack the system as indicated on the cardboard box. If, however, you do wish to dispose of the packing, please respect the valid legislation regarding environmental protection and waste disposal. The packing can be disposed of as standard household waste. It is recommended to sort out the paper/cardboard and plastic components for recycling. If you wish to dispose of the system itself, please respect the valid legislation regarding the disposal of computer and electronic waste. The housing can be recycled, the remainder is to be treated as electronic waste. This work is only to be done by appropriately skilled persons. System Cleaning For cleaning the system or components use a soft cloth and non-abrasive, mild cleaning agent. Do not use dissolvents such as diluents or petroleum spirit and scouring agents because they corrode the surface. Ensure for environmentally correct disposal of the cleaning cloths and surplus cleaning agents in compliance with local environmental protection laws regarding waste disposal. Danger! Risk of short circuit and electric shock. For safety reasons always pul ...