OVERVIEW

Video Inputs/Outputs:

• 16 analog video inputs.
• 6 video outputs which allow you to broadcast your mixes and also to preview your different videos or effects.

Internal Video Processing:

• 4 video tracks which can be ordered into 4 layers.
• Different ways of mixing the video tracks and also a multitude of Blend modes.
• On each track, you can perform video Keyers, in addition to many effects (geometric and color)
• Various types of transitions.

Other Functions:

• MIDI and audio functions.
• Up to 144 presets for easier live mixing.
• Update the software of the table through the USB port.

CONNECTION

Important Warning: To avoid damaging loud speakers or other external apparatus, switch off all appliances before connecting them to the VJX16-4.

1. The VJX16-4 video mixer offers you 16 analog video inputs:

• 8 Composite inputs (RCA)
• 8 S-Video inputs (YC mini DIN)

Connect the outputs of your different video sources (camcorders, cameras, DVD recorders, photo apparatus, computers...). You can connect up to 16 appliances simultaneously.

2. You also have access to 6 video outputs: 3 independent outputs (OUT1, OUT2 and OUT3 split for Composite and S-Video.) You can therefore connect up to 6 appliances (video projectors, plasma or LCD screens, preview screens, VCR or Digital Video Recorder...)

3. MIDI IN and MIDI OUT connections:

• Enabling you to control in real time all the parameters of the mixing deck with a keyboard or MIDI controller, or even with your preferred audio sequencer. Link the MIDI IN connector to the VJX16-4 thru the MIDI OUT of your sequencer with a standard MIDI cord (DIN 5 pins).
• Some software programs come with MIDI control options. You can therefore control your software with the VJX16-4. Link the MIDI OUT connector of the VJX16-4 to the MIDI IN of your MIDI appliance with a standard MIDI cord (DIN 5 pins).

4. The VJX16-4 also has audio functions:

• The audio stereo input (Audio IN) allows you to connect an audio source (CD or DVD player, computer, audio mixing deck...) The VJX16-4 also has real time audio analyzer which allows you to synchronize your effects with the music.
• The audio stereo (Audio OUT) allows you to connect the VJX16-4 to an amplifier or an audio mixing deck. The video mixer then transmits a copy of the audio signal from the Audio IN input.

5. Choice of video standard: The VJX16 supports video standard PAL/SECAM/NTSC. Using the 'selector' option choose the format you require for your video source.

• P: corresponds to PAL/SECAM standard
• N: corresponds to NTSC standard

Important Advice:

• You must choose the standard before switching the table on. If you modify your choice whilst using the table, the change will not be applied.
• If you position the selector in the P position, all of your 16 video sources must be either in PAL or SECAM. The 6 video outputs will likewise, be configured in PAL. Please refer to the MENU MASTER chapter of the user manual to parameter each of your inputs in PAL or SECAM.
• If you switch the selector to the N position, all of your 16 video sources must be in NTSC. The 6 video outputs will likewise, be configured en NTSC.

6. USB connection: The USB socket serves exclusively to update the software via a PC. Please refer to the UPDATING SOFTWARE chapter of the user manual for guidelines on updating the software of the VJX16-4.

Important Advice:

• Check that the selector is not in the U position before turning on the table in which case the table will put itself in the 'software update mode'.
• Do not connect any type of apparatus other than a PC to the USB socket of the table (USB lamp, USB key...) You would risk damaging your video mixer or other appliance.

7. Power Supply: The VJX16-4 comes with an AC adapter and a power cord. Only use these 2 components to power VJX16-4. Using any other type of adapter could damage the VJX16-4 or the other appliance. Please read the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS chapter carefully before plugging in the table.

• Firstly, connect the power cable to the AC adapter which came with the VJX16-4.
• Next, plug in the AC adaptor to a suitable power supply.
• Check that the ON/OFF is in the OFF position.
• Plug in the AC adapter into the VJX16-4.
• Put the ON/OFF button in the ON position to start up the table.

Notes:

• Refer to the SPECIFICATIONS chapter for more information concerning the inputs and outputs of the VJX16-4.
• Only use homologous and high quality audio, video, USB and MIDI cables. They should measure less than 3 meters.