Bayonet Neill-Concelman (BNC) is a method of connecting coaxial cables to a BNC connector using a twist lock design. This twist lock ensures that the cable and the connector are in optimal contact and are hard to dislodge by accident. It enables the transmission of serial digital video, timing signals or audio signals.
DHCP
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol is a protocol that manages IP addresses. When a device is connected to a DHCP network, the DHCP server will assign an unused IP address to the connected device automatically. This ensures all connected devices have unique IP addresses within the same range.
DisplayPort
Digital display interface developed by the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA). This interface is primarily used to connect a video source to a display device such as a computer monitor, though it can also be used to transmit audio, USB, and other forms of data.
genlock
Genlock syncs the first frame of each output and locks the frames to the same clock speed. This ensures that all signals are updated together.
HDMI
High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) is a compact audio / video interface for transferring uncompressed video data and compressed / uncompressed digital audio data from an HDMI-compliant device, the source device, to a compatible computer monitor, video projector, digital television, or digital audio device. HDMI is a digital replacement for existing analog video standards.
JSON
JavaScript Object Notation is a standardised way of writing commands or small programs to and from devices.
Local network
A local network is a network made up out of a combination of network switches and/or routers on site within the same IP address range.
Mix background layer
Each screen destination comes with a mix background layer that spans the entire output or wide screen. It is not possible to split the mix background layer. Content within this mix background layer can partially fill or move within this canvas. All other layers are always positioned on top of the background layer.
Mix layer
Mix layers consist out of two customisable layers. An ‘A’ single layer and a ‘B’ single layer that are linked together. Each of these layers can have their own different layout. This makes it possible to seamlessly transition between desired layouts. For example, if layer ‘A’ is currently in program, a new layout can be prepared in preview using layer ‘B’. Transitioning between the two layers causes layer ‘B’ to go to program and layer ‘A’ becomes ready to be prepared with a new layout in preview.
MVR (multiviewer)
The MVR can combine all inputs and screen destinations into a customizable layout. Creating an overview of the incoming content and the content that is being displayed on outputs. These layouts are intended for internal personnel, but can be used for other reasons. MVRs can be viewed using Event Master Toolset or by sending the MVR to any desired screen destination.
Output layer
Output layers allow content to be restricted within one or some of the outputs making up the wide screen canvas. This content cannot be displayed on any outputs that are not part of the output layer. If any content is partially in the output layer and partially in the rest of the canvas, then only the part within the output layer will be displayed, with the rest being cut off. These layers can work in mix or split mode.
P2P
Peer-to-peer is a network connection method that links two or more devices, known as “peers”, with each other. In a peer-to-peer network all devices can function as host or client depending on the situation.
QSFP28
Quad Small Form-Factor Pluggable 28 is a copper or fiber optical connection that provides up to 100Gbps connectivity in parallel. It uses four hot-pluggable fiber or copper cables to ensure high speed transmission of data for high performance devices like the Encore3.
REST API
REpresentational State Transfer Application programming interface is a protocol that allows other devices to be controlled by the Encore3 or control the Encore3 with other devices.
Scaled aux destination
Scaled aux destinations bypass the processor on the Event Master processor. The content is sent directly from the input card to the output card without going through the internal processors. Each output card has its own scalar, allowing for 4K scaling capabilities.
Screen layer
Screen layers allow all content to be placed anywhere on the canvas without needing to be mindful of the output boundaries. Content that spans multiple outputs will be displayed without any seams or gaps between the content. Meaning, outputs that are placed side by side, without any bezels, will look continuous. Gaps can still be created by physically separating the outputs. These layers can work in mix or split mode.
SDI
Serial Digital Interface (SDI) is a serial link standardized by the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE). SDI transmits uncompressed digital video over a 75-ohm coaxial cable, typically within studios, and is seen as the most professional video infrastructure equipment.
ShowFile
A ShowFile is a custom file format, with extension .tar.gz, designed to store a configuration of an Event Master system. The ShowFile can include presets, input settings, destination screens, armed destinations, custom layouts and more. The ShowFile format allows for a partial import, to mix different settings with already existing configurations.
Single screen destination
A single screen destination is a display or a projector with a maximum 4K resolution. This single composition is then processed by the Event Master processor and displayed using one output.
Split layer
The two layers making up a mix layer can be split to work independently. When split, the layers will fade out and fade back in during transition between layouts. Any modifications to the layer while it is in program will be seen on the output in realtime.
Still images
Static graphics that are stored on the Event Masters local storage. Meaning, they will always be available once they are captured or transferred onto the unit.
System
Event Master Toolset uses systems to define which hardware is being used for a certain configuration. When creating a system, hardware is being added and linked to the system name. This allows the software to remember which hardware belongs to which configuration, even when the hardware is no longer present.
Terminal
The terminal is a command line interface that allows for direct communication between an application and the operating system. This is required to run automated scripts or commands. It is possible to follow along with what the application is doing. The information displayed can be used to identify possible problems or use as a temporary logging.
UMD
Under Monitor Display (UMD) is a user interface element for Event Master Toolset. It holds the name of the window it is attached to and a background color. The UMD is layered on top of the window and helps with identifying what that window is supposed to be. UMDs are typically only displayed within the software and not on the image. However, MVRs send the UMD with the image by default. This helps with providing context of each content window.
Wide screen destination
Wide screens are made up out of multiple single outputs with the same resolution connected using the same connector type. These larger connections allow for the creation of a continuous canvas. Content can be displayed anywhere within this continuous canvas without needing to be mindful of the hardware boundaries.
Widgets
It Is possible to create custom buttons in a custom web page layout. These buttons can be given predefined functionality. Making the Event Master processor controllable from any device within the same network as the unit. These layouts are called widgets in Event Master.
Z-order
Z-order is an ordering method that determines whether an element appears in front or behind another element. This ordering makes it possible to position elements in a space without using additional processing power.
