User manual EDIROL PR-80

Owner's Manual Thank you for your purchase of the PR-80 Realtime Video Presenter. 201b Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled:"USING THE UNIT SAFELY" (DV-7DL PRO Owner's Manual P.4), and "IMPORTANT NOTES" (DV-7DL PRO Owner's Manual p.6). These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, Owner's manual should be read in its entirety. The manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference. 206j 207 209 220 * * * * * Windows® is known officially as: "Microsoft® Windows® operating system." Apple and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc. Mac OS is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. All product names mentioned in this document are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. V-LINK ( ) is a trademark of Roland Corporation. 237 202 Copyright © 2005 ROLAND CORPORATION All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION. Before Using the PR-80 The features of the Presenter Described in the "PR-80 Owner's Manual" (this document). Play Back High-Quality Video in Real Time You can play back and switch high-quality DV-format video images in real time. A Variety of Realtime Effects Use a variety of video effects in real time, including switching effects for smooth transitions between video images, control of playback speed, resetting of retrigger points, and more. A variety of External Control Functions Not only can you use the keyboard and mouse, you can select from a number of different ways to control the PR-80. You can use the RS-232C port, optional touch screen, or use the optional DV-7DLC controller, a UM-1 or other UM Series USB MIDI interface, or the PCR-50 MIDI keyboard. Dual-stream Playback You can play back two pieces of video material at the same time for cross-dissolving or mixing. Effects Real-time effects such as Vertical Split and Colorize are built in. Masking You can use title masks to cut out any shape you want from the final video output. A Variety of Ways to Connect You can use the V-LINK function to exhibit video during musical performances, create virtual clips of live video sources with the V-4 (video mixer) control, use the Presenter Control for simple and easy coordination of multiple PR-80s and DV-7PRs, work with multichannel audio sources with the AR (Roland AR Series control), and more. Can Be Used with a Removable Hard Disk You can use an optional removable hard disk (DV-HD Series) for transport and backup of your video data. This data is also mutually compatible with data from DV-7 Series devices. Import Video Material Created on Computers Using the CD-ROM or network functions and a digital video connection, you can import video material created on computers. Simple Sequencer Function You can play multiple clips in a specified sequence, or have a specified clip play automatically upon startup. Automatic Operations with the Scheduler You can use the Scheduler to have the PR-80 automatically perform a variety of functions, such as playing back data, stopping, synchronizing times over a network, or starting up at a predetermined time. 2 Before Using the PR-80 Editor Features These are described in the "DV-7DL PRO Owner's Manual." The PR-80 is equipped with the editing features of the DV-7DL PRO, and lets you use them to edit video. Direct Linear Editing This unit has a wide range features that let you perform editing intuitively, and despite being a nonlinear editing device, it makes it possible for you to carry out direct linear editing with with the feel of a linear editing system. A Simple, Easy-to-understand Digital-Video Editing Unit This unit boasts video-editing features that enable even first-time users to get started right away. Intuitive A/B Roll Editing The unit features an A/B roll editor that lets you switch intuitively between pieces of video material. When you use the optional DV-7DLC, you can perform A/B roll editing with a linear-editing feel. Nonstop Editing Features This unit is equipped with nonstop editing features that let you edit a sequence as you play it back. For instance, you can perform such editing operations as inserting video, titles, and narration without stopping sequence playback. Real-time Processing Real-time processing features let you carry out video editing with versatile effects (dissolve and wipe), titles, and even two-picture compositing such as picture-in-picture and double exposure, without having to render. High-quality Audio Processing Roland's audio-processing technology lets you perform high-quality audio processing. You can apply such audio effects as a four-band equalizer and compressor. Create Sophisticated Titles with Ease · A Rich Array of Text Embellishments You can enhance text with such embellishments as edge, shadow, and see-through text. The unit also comes with 22 font styles, enabling you to create titles perfectly matched to the mood and atmosphere. · A Wide Range of Shape-drawing Features In addition to creating text, you can also draw circles, squares, and opacity, as well as lines and curves. By combining these shapes, you can create titles that are even more expressive. · Capture Video from External Sources You can capture photographs shot with a digital camera as well as graphics from other external sources by using CD-ROMs and the optional DL-CR1 memory-card reader. · Create Rolling and Crawling Titles You can easily use the Titler to create rolling and crawling titles. It's also possible to capture text files from a computer. 3 Contents Before Using the PR-80 ..........................................................................2 Contents ..................................................................................................4 Before Using the PR-80 ..........................................................................6 About This Manual .................................................................................................................................... 6 When First Operating the PR-80 ................................................................................................... 6 Other Notes ................................................................................................................................................. 7 About the Hard Disk ...................................................................................................................... 7 About the Shortcut Keys ................................................................................................................ 7 About the DV-7DLC Templates.................................................................................................... 7 Names of Things and What They Do ...................................................................................................... 8 Front Panel ....................................................................................................................................... 8 Rear Panel......................................................................................................................................... 9 Setting Up and Connecting Equipment ................................................................................................ 10 Instructions for Connecting Digital Video Devices Equipped with DV Connectors.......... 11 Connecting to a Computer Over a Network............................................................................. 12 Examples of Using and Connecting the PR-80..................................................................................... 13 Usage Examples ............................................................................................................................ 13 Connection Examples ................................................................................................................... 15 Working with the Keyboard and Mouse .............................................................................................. 22 About the Keyboard and Included Mouse................................................................................ 22 About Operations with the Mouse ............................................................................................. 22 Introduction to Use of the PR-80 .........................................................24 How the PR-80 is Organized .................................................................................................................. 24 Selector............................................................................................................................................ 24 Presenter ......................................................................................................................................... 24 Editor .............................................................................................................................................. 24 Basic Workflow......................................................................................................................................... 25 What is V-LINK? ...................................................................................................................................... 32 Names of Things in Screens/What They Do........................................................................................ 33 Selector............................................................................................................................................ 33 Play Mode ...................................................................................................................................... 33 Edit Mode ....................................................................................................................................... 37 Utility .............................................................................................................................................. 40 System Preferences ....................................................................................................................... 41 Turning the Power On and Off .............................................................................................................. 43 Turning On the Power.................................................................................................................. 43 Turning Off the Power ................................................................................................................. 44 Creating and Opening Projects............................................................................................................... 45 What is a Project? .......................................................................................................................... 45 The Relationship Between Materials, Clips, and Palettes ....................................................... 45 Creating Projects ........................................................................................................................... 45 Opening Projects ........................................................................................................................... 46 To Copy or Delete a Project ......................................................................................................... 47 Playing Back Clips.................................................................................................................................... 48 Using the Mouse to Play Back Clips........................................................................................... 48 About the Video Output Monitor Display ................................................................................ 49 Switching the Palette .................................................................................................................... 51 Transition Effects........................................................................................................................... 52 Dual Stream.................................................................................................................................... 53 Effects.............................................................................................................................................. 54 Color Correction............................................................................................................................ 55 Masking .......................................................................................................................................... 56 Color Bar......................................................................................................................................... 57 Turning Loop Playback On and Off........................................................................................... 58 Assigning Materials to Palettes .............................................................................................................. 59 4 Contents Saving Projects .......................................................................................................................................... 61 Using V-LINK ........................................................................................................................................... 62 Practical Use of the PR-80 ...................................................................64 Making the Settings for the Project ........................................................................................................ 64 Editing Palettes.............................................................................................................................. 65 Making the Palette Settings ......................................................................................................... 66 Editing Clips .................................................................................................................................. 67 Making the Clip Settings.............................................................................................................. 70 Changing Material Settings ......................................................................................................... 76 Setting Automatic Playback ........................................................................................................ 77 Importing Materials ................................................................................................................................. 78 Importing Materials from Another Project ............................................................................... 78 Capturing Video from a Video Deck or Other Device ............................................................ 79 Importing Video from an Editor Library................................................................................... 80 Importing Materials Created with a Computer........................................................................ 81 Importing Masks Created on a Computer ................................................................................ 83 Organizing Projects .................................................................................................................................. 84 Copying Projects ........................................................................................................................... 84 Deleting Projects............................................................................................................................ 85 Using Scheduler to Control Presenter ................................................................................................... 86 Starting the Scheduler .................................................................................................................. 86 Creating a Schedule ...................................................................................................................... 87 Deleting a Schedule ...................................................................................................................... 87 Activating Scheduler .................................................................................................................... 87 Controlling Presenter with MIDI ........................................................................................................... 88 Using MIDI Devices...................................................................................................................... 88 Using Other Devices to Control Presenter.......................................................................................... 100 Using a DV-7DLC ....................................................................................................................... 100 Using the RS-232C Connector ................................................................................................... 105 Using a Touch Panel Display .................................................................................................... 105 Controlling Other Devices with the PR-80 ......................................................................................... 106 Controlling Another Presenter.................................................................................................. 106 Controlling the V-4 ..................................................................................................................... 107 Controlling AR Series Devices .................................................................................................. 110 Making the System Settings.................................................................................................................. 111 Eliminating Flicker in the Operational Display...................................................................... 111 Automatically Starting Up Presenter ....................................................................................... 112 Using an External Power Switch to Turn the Power On and Off ........................................ 112 Making the Network Settings ................................................................................................... 113 Making the Touch Panel Display Settings............................................................................... 116 Other System Settings................................................................................................................. 116 Specifications......................................................................................117 Keyboard shortcut keys......................................................................................................................... 117 When using the Play Mode of Presenter ................................................................................. 117 When using the Edit Mode of Presenter.................................................................................. 117 MIDI implementation (Presenter)........................................................................................................ 118 RS-232C Command Reference (Presenter).......................................................................................... 131 Command Overview .................................................................................................................. 131 About the Protocol ...................................................................................................................... 131 Commands Sent from an External Device to the Presenter.................................................. 132 Commands Sent from the Presenter to an External Device.................................................. 136 About the Removable Hard Disk......................................................................................................... 138 Precautions to Note When Using Disks................................................................................... 138 Instructions for Installing the Hard Disk................................................................................. 139 Index.....................................................................................................140 5 Before Using the PR-80 About This Manual This Owner's Manual contains the following sections. Before Using the PR-80 This section includes cautionary notes regarding use of this device, descriptions of the front and rear panels, and examples showing different ways to set up and connect the device. Introduction to Use of the PR-80 This section goes over the procedural sequences used in operating the PR-80, provides descriptions of the different screens, and explains how to use the PR-80 to play back video images. Practical Use of the PR-80 This section explains how to control the PR-80 with external devices and provides detailed instructions for using the PR-80's functions, allowing you to gain full control of the device. Reference This section contains the MIDI Implementation, device specifications, and other data for the PR-80. When First Operating the PR-80 · If operating the PR-80 for the first time, please read "Basic Workflow" (p. 25). This section provides a general overview of operations using the PR-80, from turning on the power to playing back and loading prepared data, in a manner that allows an easy grasp of how the PR-80 works. · Most of the procedures involve using the mouse or keyboard while viewing the PR-80's screens. If you find you do not understand something during an operation, you can check the buttons and features by referring to the descriptions of the various screens in "Names of Things and What They Do" (p. 8). 6 Before Using the PR-80 Other Notes About the Hard Disk The PR-80 uses a hard disk for saving video and storing the system. Hard disks do have a limited lifetime, and thus are considered a consumable item. Depending on how the unit is handled, the hard disk may reach the end of its service life sooner than expected. Please be sure to observe the following points to prevent loss of your important creations. · Back up your projects by using a removable hard disk (DV-HD Series). · As much as possible, stop playback and keep access to the hard disk to a minimum whenever playback of video images is not required. · If the unit is moved frequently, save projects to an optional removable hard disk (DV-HD Series), and transport the hard disk separately from the PR-80, in the box that it came in when purchased. For more information regarding the removable hard disk (DV-HD Series), read "About the Removable Hard Disk" (p. 138). About the Shortcut Keys You can reconfigure the shortcut keys used for the PR-80's keyboard shortcuts. Although this manual explains the keyboard shortcuts that use the Ctrl key, if the shortcut keys have been changed by means of the system environment settings (p. 41), you'll need to substitute the names of the shortcut keys you have set while reading these explanations. About the DV-7DLC Templates The DV-7DLC template included with this unit makes it easier to understand the functions assigned to the buttons when the optional DV-7DLC is used with the PR-80. Remove the detachable sheet on the back of the template and apply the template to the DV-7DLC control panel, then remove the protective sheet from the template's front surface. 7 Before Using the PR-80 Names of Things and What They Do Front Panel fig.frontpanel.eps a b c d e f g h i a. CD-ROM Drive and Eject Button Used for loading data from CD-R/CD-RW disks containing material created using computers and from future upgrade CD-ROMs. Press the eject button to open the disk tray. d. DV2 Connector Digital video input/output. Connect DV devices here. * The transition effects and output fader are not applied to the digital video output. b. Hard Disk Bay The optional removable hard disk (DV-HD Series) is inserted here. In addition to the internal hard disk, use of the removable hard disk allows you to store projects on dedicated disks, back up data, and manage your data in the most suitable manner. * You cannot make use of the internal hard disk and the removable hard disk simultaneously on the same project. * Always turn off the power to the PR-80 before inserting or removing the removable hard disk. * For a detailed explanation of how the removable hard disk is installed, refer to "About the Removable Hard Disk" (p. 138). e. USB Connector Connect an optional remote controller (DV-7DLC), MIDI interface (UM-1/UM-1S/UM-2/UM-4/UM550/UM-880), or a MIDI keyboard (PC-300/PCR-30/ PCR-50). Connect devices here only when the PR-80's power is turned off. You can connect to either of the two connectors. However, you cannot connect two remote controllers simultaneously. f. Headphone Jack [PHONES] and Volume Knob [LEVEL] Jack for connecting headphones and knob for adjusting the headphone volume level. c. Mic Jack [MIC IN] and Level Knob [LEVEL] You can connect a microphone to the MIC IN jack [MIC IN] and the LEVEL control [LEVEL and use it with the Editor. With the Editor, you can perform postrecording or record narration for the sequence you're editing. g. Hard Disk Indicator Lights when the hard disk is being accessed. h. POWER Indicator Lights when the PR-80's power is on. i. [POWER] Button Button for turning on the power to the PR-80. 8 Before Using the PR-80 Rear Panel fig.rearpanel.eps a b c d e a. AC Socket f g h i g. USB Connector j Connect the included power cord here. The selector switch on the right of this connector must be switched to match the power supply voltage in the region where the PR-80 is being used. b. LAN Connector Connect a networking cable here. For more detailed information, refer to "Making the Network Settings" (p. 113). Connect an optional remote controller (DV-7DLC), MIDI interface (SMPU-64/UM-1/UM-1S/UM-1X/ UM-1SX/UM-2/UM-2E/UM-2C/UM-4/UM-550/ UM-880), or a MIDI keyboard (PCR-30/PCR-50/PCR80/PC-300) here. Connect devices here only when the PR-80's power is turned off. You can connect to either of the two connectors. However, you cannot connect two remote controllers simultaneously. c. OUTPUT Jacks [OUTPUT:S-VIDEO, VIDEO, BNC (COMPOSITE), and AUDIO] These are the video and audio output jacks. You use them to connect such equipment as a television for monitor use, video projector, power amp, and the like. h. RS-232C Connector [RS-232C] Use this connector to connect the PR-80 and a computer and use the connection to exchange signals between the two devices. For more detailed information, refer to "Using the RS-232C Connector" (p. 105). * You can also use this to connect a touch panel display. In this case, RS-232C commands cannot be used for control functions. For more details, refer to "Using a Touch Panel Display" (p. 105). For more on the touch panel displays that can be used, contact your dealer. d. Input Connectors [INPUT: S-VIDEO, VIDEO, AUDIO] Connectors for input of video and audio signals. Use for connecting video devices and other such equipment. i. Display Connector [DISPLAY OUT] Connect the display here. Use an XGA-compatible display (1024 x 768) equipped with a D-sub 15-pin connector. e. Mouse Connector [MOUSE] Use for connecting the included mouse. Make sure the power to the PR-80 is turned off before connecting. f. Keyboard Connector [KEYBOARD] Use for connecting the keyboard. Make sure the power to the PR-80 is turned off before connecting. j. DV1 Connector [DV 1] Digital video input and output connector. Connect digital video devices here. * The transition effects and output fader are not applied to the digital video output. 9 Before Using the PR-80 Setting Up and Connecting Equipment Start by connecting the devices you will be using, such as video and audio devices used for output and monitoring and the displays used for your operations. Whenever connecting devices, always be sure to have the power turned off first. Connecting equipment with the power turned on may cause malfunctioning and other problems. The PR-80 comes with a DV (digital video) cable for use in connecting video devices equipped with DV connectors to the PR-80's DV connector. Use the included DV cable when connecting to the DV connector. When connecting video tape recorders to the S-Video or video (composite) connectors, use a commercially available video cable. We recommend connecting to the S-Video connector if a VCR equipped with an S-Video connector is to be connected to an analog connector. This provides higher quality video than that available with the normal (composite) video connector. fig.connection.eps Display for monitor/output RCA pin connector Audio S-Video connector Video AC power outlet VGA cable Mouse Keyboard Display for operation 921 · To prevent malfunction and/or damage to speakers or other devices, always turn down the volume, and turn off the power on all devices before making any connections. 10 Before Using the PR-80 Instructions for Connecting Digital Video Devices Equipped with DV Connectors When connecting digital video devices equipped with DV connectors, use the included DV cable and connect as shown in the following figure. fig.connection.DV.eps Front Panel Other device (such as a video deck) DV Input/Output Connector Rear panel DV Input/Output Connector DV Input/Output Connector the included DV cable · Electromagnetic interference produced by using the PR-80 near a television or radio may cause unevenness in the TV screen picture color or produce noise in the radio. · If connecting to a computer's IEEE1394 connector (also called i.LINK or FireWire), be sure to use a DV cable that is compatible with your computer. 11 Before Using the PR-80 Connecting to a Computer Over a Network Connect using a LAN cable. Connecting to the computer over a network allows you to copy data from the computer to the PR-80 and access a network time server to adjust the PR-80's timing. Whenever making these connections, always make sure that the power for all devices is turned off. Connecting equipment with the power turned on may cause malfunctioning and other problems fig.connection.LAN.eps Router, hub, etc. Rear panel LAN Connector LAN Connector Computer Computer LAN cable 12 Before Using the PR-80 Examples of Using and Connecting the PR-80 Usage Examples Presenting Video Performances on Stage You can utilize the PR-80's high-quality video and superb responsiveness to add the effects of video to concerts and other stage events. fig.stage.eps PR-80 V-4 Projector Video camera, etc. V-Synth Exhibits and Other Presentations You can insert still images, video, narration, and other material as clips, with no need to make changes to the material and with full freedom to play the clips at whatever point desired. fig.presentation.eps Projector PR-80 Power amplifier DV-7DLC Speakers 13 Before Using the PR-80 Video at Facilities It's a breeze to set up a system that allows visitors to museums or individual booths at conventions and the like to see and hear video and audio descriptions when they want. You can also use the Scheduler to have video play automatically. fig.equipment.eps PR-80 Touch panel display Display Power amplifier Speakers AR-3000 Power amplifier Speakers AR-3000 Power amplifier Speakers 14 Before Using the PR-80 Connection Examples Standalone Use The PR-80 is controlled with the keyboard and mouse. For more detailed information, refer to "Playing Back Clips" (p. 48). fig.standalone.eps Display for operation Display PR-80 Power amplifier Speakers Mouse Keyboard Using the PR-80 with the Optional DV-7DLC Using the DV-7DLC provides the kind of operability you can get only with a dedicated controller. For more detailed information, refer to "Using a DV-7DLC" (p. 100). fig.with.dv7c.eps Display for operation Display PR-80 Power amplifier Speakers Mouse DV-7DLC 15 Before Using the PR-80 Using the PR-80 with MIDI Using the optional UM-1 or other USB compatible (UM Series) MIDI interface enables you to control MIDI devices with MIDI signals. Additionally, you can connect a V-LINK compatible device and use the V-LINK feature to enjoy a variety of video effects that bring visual element of expression to your performances. For more detailed information, refer to "Using V-LINK" (p. 62) and "Using MIDI Devices" (p. 88). fig.with.um1.eps V-Synth MIDI UM-880 USB PR-80 MIDI MIDI Display PR-80 Mouse UM-1 Display PR-80 Mouse UM-1 Display Mouse 16 Before Using the PR-80 You can use a MIDI keyboard to control the switching of effects with retrigger playback and velocity, control the playback speed, and produce other advanced playback effects intuitively. fig.with.midikey.eps Display for operation UM-1 PR-80 V-Synth Projector Mouse Keyboard You can also use an optional PCR-50 or other USB keyboard (PCR Series or PC-300), connecting the keyboard directly to the PR-80 with no MIDI interface necessary. fig.with.pc300.eps Display for operation USB Projector PR-80 PCR-50 Mouse Keyboard 17 Before Using the PR-80 Using the RS-232C Connector Connecting with the RS-232C cable allows you to control the PR-80 with a computer or other external control device. For more detailed information, refer to "Using the RS-232C Connector" (p. 105). fig.with.pc.eps Projector PR-80 Power amplifier Speakers PC Using a Touch Panel Display You can connect a touch panel display using an RS-232C cable and VGA cable and then control the PR-80 by directly touching the touch panel display screen. For more detailed information about setting up touch panel displays, refer to "Using a Touch Panel Display" (p. 105). fig.with.panel.eps Touch panel display VGA RS-232C PR-80 Display Power amplifier Speakers 18 Before Using the PR-80 Controlling AR Series Devices You can use the PR-80 for MIDI control of the AR-3000 and other models in Roland's AR (Audio Recorder) Series. This allows you to switch playback of AR Series phrases by switching clips with the PR-80. For more details about setting up the PR-80 to control AR Series devices, refer to "Controlling AR Series Devices" (p. 110). fig.with.AR.eps Projector Display for operation UM-880 USB PR-80 MIDI AR-3000 Power amplifier Speakers MIDI Mouse Keyboard MIDI Speakers AR-3000 Power amplifier Speakers AR-3000 Power amplifier 19 Before Using the PR-80 Controlling Multiple Presenters You can control multiple other Presenters (such as other PR-80s, PR-50s or DV-7PRs) with the PR-50. You can make settings for starting and stopping playback of clips, selecting palettes and clips, and setting switch effect times. For more details about setting the PR-80 to control other Presenters, refer to "Controlling Another Presenter" (p. 106). fig.with.DV-7PR.eps Projector Display for operation UM-880 USB PR-80 MIDI MIDI PR-80 UM-1 Projector Mouse Keyboard DV-7PR Mouse UM-1 Projector Mouse 20 Before Using the PR-80 Controlling the V-4 Using a V-4, you can handle video input from an external device connected to the V-4 as PR-80 clips. Additionally, you can use an external MIDI device to control the V-4's effect settings and fade the final video output. For more details about V-4 control settings, refer to "Controlling the V-4" (p. 107). fig.with.V4.eps V-4 Display for operation MIDI Projector Video camera, etc. PR-80 UM-1 Mouse Keyboard 21 Before Using the PR-80 Working with the Keyboard and Mouse About the Keyboard and Included Mouse After reviewing the material in "Setting Up and Connecting Equipment" (p. 10), be sure to connect the keyboard and included mouse. Operations with the PR-80 are primarily performed with the mouse. For more on how to use the mouse, refer to"About Operations with the Mouse" (p. 22). The keyboard is used for entering titles and changing the names of data materials and projects. Notes to Observe When Using the Keyboard · Do not place objects on top of the keyboard. · Do not turn on the power to the PR-80 while pressing and holding down any of the keys. · After turning on the power to the PR-80, do not press any of the keys on the keyboard until the Selector screen appears. Pressing certain keys at this time may call up a system maintenance screen that is not required for normal operation of the unit. · If an unfamiliar screen showing alphabetic characters appears, press the [POWER] button on the PR-80's front panel and hold the button down more than 5 seconds to turn off the power. After checking to make sure none of the keyboard's keys is pressed down, press the [POWER] button again to turn on the power. About Operations with the Mouse PR-80's operational screens appear on a monitor similar to those used in personal computers. The mouse also performs operations similar to those of a personal computer mouse. The following describes the four common options performed by the mouse. Mouse Pointer The mouse cursor on the screen moves in sync with the mouse movement in your hand. Move the pointer to the desired position on the screen, click the left or right mouse button to select a menu, then click to perform the function. Single Click The mouse is equipped with two buttons. The left button is the main button used in most operations. Move the pointer to the desired point on the screen, then press the left button once. You can use this when pressing buttons such as [OK] and [Cancel], selecting menus, and for other such tasks. Drag and Drop This refers to "dragging" an item on the screen and "dropping" (releasing) it at the targeted point. This operation is used for transferring, arranging, and copying materials. Move the mouse pointer to the location where the desired icon is, then press the left button to select it. Now continue to hold down the mouse button as you move the mouse to a different point. The selected object moves along with the pointer. When the icon reaches the intended point, release the left mouse button. Right Click Press, or "click" the right mouse button one time only. This enables you to call up various editing functions. * Use an attached mouse pad when using the mouse. 22 Before Using the PR-80 23 Introduction to Use of the PR-80 How the PR-80 is Organized The PR-80 consists of the two main sections below. Selector fig.selector.eps This is what first appears when the PR-80 is turned on. Various different functions use this as their starting point. Presenter fig.playmode.eps Play mode Edit mode Included here are functions used in playing back and switching video materials. The "Play mode" and the "Edit mode" are available. Editor fig.playmode.eps This feature performs editing for video material. The feature is different from the Presenter's Edit mode. 24 Introduction to Use of the PR-80 Basic Workflow Most of the PR-80's operations are performed using the mouse and keyboard as you look at the screens. The following guides you through the basic workflow, while making use of samples that were supplied with the PR-80. For details of individual operations, see the cited reference pages. 1. Turning the Power On (Off) "Turning On the Power" (p. 43) Selector appears. fig.selector.eps [Presenter] Presenter starts up. Presenter fatures two screens, one for "Play mode" and another for "Edit mode." Play Mode "Play Mode" (p. 34) In this mode, you arrange and switch materials during playback. You can also add a variety of different effects. Edit Mode "Edit Mode" (p. 37) In this mode, you load data and arrange the materials in palettes (p. 59). [Editor] This starts the DV-7DL PRO. For information on operation of the Editor, refer to the "DV-7DL PRO Owner's Manual." [Utility] "Utility" (p. 40) Use this to copy and delete projects (p. 45). [System Preferences] "System Preferences" (p. 41) This is where screen, time, mouse, keyboard, and other system-related settings are made. 25 Introduction to Use of the PR-80 2. fig.playmode01.eps Starting Up Presenter Click [Presenter] in Selector. The Presenter Play mode screen appears, after a few seconds. · Play Mode Screen (p. 34) 26 Introduction to Use of the PR-80 3. Opening a Project Click [Open] on the screen, and the following dialog appears. Click "Internal HDD," then click "Artbeats Sample" and "Open" (the project "Artbeats Sample" is used as the example procedure in "Basic Workflow"). This calls up the project entitled "Artbeats Sample." fig.play.project01.eps Select a disk Click [Open] Select a project Projects are the most basic unit managed with the PR-80. Clips are played back and materials are saved in project units. · What is a Project? (p. 45) · Creating Projects (p. 46) · Opening Projects (p. 47) 27 Introduction to Use of the PR-80 4. Playing Back the Clip The area in the Play Mode screen where the thumbnail video images are shown is called the palette, and each of the video images is called a clip. You select the clip to be played back from the palette. You can also switch and play video from other palettes. fig.playmode02.eps Select a palette Program output monitor Image effects Palette (select a clip) Transport control Click on a clip with the mouse to start playing the clip. Clicking on the transport control allows you to start and stop playback, and to play back clips one frame at a time. You can check the images being played back with the video output monitor. Clicking on the palette list with the mouse switches the palette. You can work with the controls in the upper right of the screen to select from a number of different playback methods and add effects. · Play Mode Screen (p. 34) · Using the Mouse to Play Back Clips (p. 48) · Using the Keyboard to Play Back Clips (p. 50) · Viewing the Video Output Monitor (p. 49) · Switching the Palette (p. 51) · Setting the Switching Effects (p. 52) · Turning Loop Playback On and Off (p. 58) · Setting the Palette's Loop Mode (p. 66) · Making Clip Loop Mode Settings (p. 74) · Setting Projects to Play Automatically When Loaded (p. 77) · Setting the Scheduler (p. 86) 28 Introduction to Use of the PR-80 5. Editing the Palette This is done in the Edit Mode screen. You can display the Edit Mode screen by clicking the [Edit Mode] button in the upper right of the Play Mode screen. fig.editmode01.eps Clips list Program output monitor Palettes list (select a palette) Materials list (select materials) Here you can change clip sequences and names and assign new materials to the palette as clips. You can easily assign materials to the palette just by dragging them with the mouse. The materials list shows the materials that are saved to projects. The content edited in this screen is carried over in Play mode, with no further changes necessary. Just click "Play Mode" at the upper right to immediately play back the edited data. · Edit Mode Screen (p. 37) · Assigning Materials to Palettes (p. 59) · Making the Palette Settings (p. 66) · Editing Palettes (p. 65) · Making Clip Settings (p. 70) · Editing Clips (p. 67) · Changing the Material Settings (p. 76) · Setting the Scheduler (p. 86) 29 Introduction to Use of the PR-80 6. Importing Materials This is done in the Edit Mode screen. You can import new materials. When you click the [Import] button at the lower right of the screen, the following dialog appears; you can then import materials from another project, disk, or other source. fig.edit.import01.eps Select a disk Select materials Material preview monitor Select a project · Importing Materials from Another Project (p. 78) · Importing Materials Created with a Computer (p. 80) Import button 30 Introduction to Use of the PR-80 7. Capturing Video from a Video Deck or Other Device You can capture video from a video deck or a similar device connected to the PR-80. When you click the [Capture] button at the lower right of the screen, a "Capture" screen for capturing video appears. fig.edit.capture01.eps Select an input source Preview monitor Stop button Start button Capture button In the Preview monitor you can see the video from a video deck. Click the [Start] button to captures the video. You can capture each video frame separately, and separate a video into materials at any desired point using [Frame] button and [Auto-cut] button. Click [Close] button in the "Capture" screen to return to Edit mode. · Capturing Video form a Video Deck or Other Device (p. 79) 31 Introduction to Use of the PR-80 What is V-LINK? V-LINK ( ) is a function that allows music and images to be performed together. By using MIDI to connect two or more V-LINK compatible devices, you can easily enjoy performing a wide range of visual effects that are linked to the expressive elements of a music performance. With V-LINK, you can easily control the PR-80 with a V-LINK compatible MIDI device. fig.connection.Vlink01.eps Remote control (V-LINK) Image export V-Synth UM-1 PR-50 Projector Remote control (V-LINK) Image export UM-1 MC-909 PR-80 Projector For more detailed information on how to use the V-LINK function, refer to "Using V-LINK" (p. 62). 32 Introduction to Use of the PR-80 Names of Things in Screens/What They Do Selector This is what first appears when you turn on the power to the PR-80. The Presenter starts up from here. Also shown here are screens for managing projects on hard disks and for setting the PR-80 system preferences. fig.selector01.eps a b c d e a. [Editor] Button This starts the DV-7DL PRO. b. [Presenter] Button This starts up the Presenter. The Presenter features two modes, Play mode (p. 34) and Edit mode (p. 37). c. [Utility] Button This calls up the Utility screen (p. 40). This is used for organizing the projects on the hard disk. d. [System Preferences] Button This calls up the System Preferences screen (p. 41). These settings affect the PR-80's overall system environment. e. [Power off] Button