Digicom Ark1200 Series Multi-Screen Processor-English-V1.4

User Manual
Digicom Ark1200 Series

Multi-Screen Processor
V1.4
VTRON
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User Manual Digicom Ark1200 Series Multi-Screen Processor
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NOTE
The materials in this manual are designed for introducing the Digicom Ark1200 series
multi-screen processor produced by VTRON Company. The practical configuration and functions of
the processor are dependent on user’s order. If you find slight differences between the functions and
interfaces of the product you ordered and the corresponding descriptions in this manual, it is because
the product you ordered is somewhat different from the product here described.
RF INTERFERENCE WARNING
This is a class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio frequency
(RF) interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Safety Cautions !
Before operating Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor, please read carefully
and follow the following instructions:
Perfect system grounding
System grounding must be perfect. Otherwise, not
only the personal safety is not protected, a series of

● harmful effects will be brought about. Imperfect
grounding causes heavy system interference, resulting
in instability and unreliability of the system. Even

Grounding Cable
seriously, the system equipment may be damaged.
Design alternation prevention
Do not alter or add any part to the mechanical or
electrical design of the system equipment. Otherwise,
the all subsequent hazardous results brought about are
not the responsibility of the manufacturer.
Illegal software installation prevention
Digicom multi-screen processor is a special control
system, and not a computer device for general purpose.
So, when the users need to install their own software,
they must consult VTRON or dealers in advance.
Otherwise, all subsequent hazardous results brought
about are not the responsibility of the manufacturer.

Shut off the Power Supply
Always unplug the system AC power cord from the
AC power source before the following operations:
A. Removing or reinstalling any part of the system,
except hot swappable parts.
B. Disconnecting or reconnecting any electrical plug or
other connection of the system.
Keep away from the material of combustible and
explosive
Corrosive chemical gas and materia medica will
make the mechanical and circuit damaged. When
cleaning the system, don’t use volatile solvent and
cleanser. Gasoline, thinner and acetone are forbidden.
Keep away from the device of electromagnetic
wave disturbing
Under the environment of electromagnetic wave
disturbing, the performance and stability of production
will be debased.
Power disconnector
The device described in this manual uses appliance coupler
or power plug as power disconnector. During device
running, please keep disconnector at easy-to-contact
location so that it may be used to disconnect the power
supply in case of emergency.
Note:
A. Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an
incorrect type.
B. Batteries should be recycled where possible. Disposal
of used batteries must be in accordance with local
environmental regulations.
Contents
1 GENERALS .................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 ABOUT DIGICOM ARK1200 SERIES MULTI-SCREEN PROCESSOR ................................................ 1
1.2 FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES OF DIGICOM ARK1200 ................................................................... 2
1.3 MODEL DEFINITION................................................................................................................... 5
1.4 PRODUCT APPEARANCE............................................................................................................. 6
1.5 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................... 10
2 BOARD INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 12
2.1 SYSTEM CONTROL BOARD ....................................................................................................... 12
2.2 DISPLAY BOARD ...................................................................................................................... 13
2.3 RGB INPUT BOARD (OPTIONAL) .............................................................................................. 14
2.4 VIDEO INPUT BOARD (OPTIONAL) ........................................................................................... 15
2.5 STEAM VIDEO INPUT BOARD (OPTIONAL) ................................................................................ 16
3 INSTALLATION .......................................................................................................................... 17
3.1 SHIPPING LIST ......................................................................................................................... 18
3.2 CHASSIS MOUNTING................................................................................................................ 18
3.3 TO CONNECT DISPLAY TERMINAL DEVICE................................................................................ 21
3.4 TO CONNECT SIGNAL SOURCES ............................................................................................... 21
3.5 TO CONNECT KEYBOARD AND MOUSE ..................................................................................... 22
3.6 TO CONNECT WITH NETWORK ................................................................................................. 22
3.7 TO CONNECT POWER SUPPLY ................................................................................................... 23
3.8 SYSTEM GROUNDING .............................................................................................................. 24
3.9 PRE-INSTALLED SOFTWARE ..................................................................................................... 25

4 USAGE .......................................................................................................................................... 26
4.1 SYSTEM POWER ON/OFF .......................................................................................................... 26
4.2 USAGE OF MONITORING PANEL ............................................................................................... 27
4.3 TO DISPLAY VARIOUS SIGNAL .................................................................................................. 31
5 SOFTWARE ................................................................................................................................. 32
5.1 SYSTEM SERVICE SOFTWARE ................................................................................................... 32
5.2 RGB DISPLAYING SOFTWARE PRGB ........................................................................................ 44
5.3 VIDEO DISPLAYING SOFTWARE PVIDEO .................................................................................. 50
5.4 NETWORK DISPLAYING SOFTWARE VLINKCLIENT .................................................................. 56
5.5 STREAM VIDEO DISPLAYING SOFTWARE PIPVIDEO .................................................................. 58
5.6 DISPLAY WALL ADMINISTRATION SYSTEM (OPTION) ................................................................ 61
6 MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................... 62
6.1 DAILY MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................. 63
6.2 ROUTINE CHECK ..................................................................................................................... 64
6.3 THE REPLACEMENT OF MODULES ............................................................................................ 65
6.4 SYSTEM WARNING INFORMATION AND LOGS ........................................................................... 73
6.5 TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................................................ 75
7 CONTACT US ................................................................................................................................... 79
1 Generals
1.1 About Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor
Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen
processor is the latest generation of multi-screen
processor developed by VTRON Company. It
features advanced technology, high performance,
all-round functionalities and great reliability.
With the world-leading technology of 160Gb/s
high-speed bandwidth bus and full-cross
dispatching structure for high-speed data transmission technology, the displaying speed of
Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor is thus fundamentally guaranteed.
By integrating tens of creative technologies such as true-redundant power supply modules,
on-line maintainable module design, Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor boasts fully
real-time image displaying capability, outstanding image displaying effect and extremely high
safety and reliability. Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor can be adopted in multiple
comprehensive application environment, for example, control room, command center, operation
and maintenance center, data management center, conference room and etc..
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1.2 Functions and features of Digicom Ark1200
Single logic screen
Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor adopts open and modular architecture and
all outputs from the multi-screen processor could be combined into a super-high seamless
single logic screen. Various live video signal, RGB signal, IP video signal and network PC
signal could be displayed on this high-resolution display platform in modes of windows and
in any size.
Creative 160Gb/s bandwidth bus
Starting from customer’s requirement and working on the basis on creative technology
development, VTRON designs and develops independently the data transmission chip
technology for application in digital display wall system and introduces the completely-new
160Gb/s multi-screen processor high-speed bandwidth bus, thus thoroughly removing the
questions of low bandwidth of multi-screen processor in digital display wall system, which
otherwise affects system’s displaying speed. This greatly improves Digicom Ark1200 series
multi-screen processor’s displaying speed and enables it with unparalleled displaying
capability.
Technology of full-cross dispatching architecture for high-speed data transmission
Digicom Ark1200 Series multi-screen processor adopts full-cross dispatching architecture
for high-speed data transmission. The bottom-level data transmission is controlled through
the VTRON unique data dispatching chip technology, which dynamically allocates special
point-to-point transmission channels for each channel of signal. Each channel of RGB
signal, video signal and network signal occupy a special and independent transmission
channel, which enables all signal being displaying in real time.
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Brilliant image and optimum picture quality
By applying VTRON unique image sharpness technology and accurate front forecast and
dynamic compensation de-interlacing technology, Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen
processor displays the composite video with superior quality, sharp image, fluent speed
and redundant colors.
High reliability
Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor adopts modular hardware design and
hot-swapping functionality is designed for system power supply, fan, RGB input board,
Video input board, stream video board, display board and system control board. The faulty
or abnormality of any module will not affect the operation of other modules. System is
designed with business recovery capability and can resume automatically to the previous
displaying status after board hot-swapping. By monitoring the temperature at the system
air-in, air-out and key point within the chassis, system reliability is thus ensured.
RGB signal input (optional)
Maximum 32 channels of analog/digital RGB signal input are supported, with the input
resolution ranging from 640×480 to 1600×1200. The RGB window opened on the display
wall can be moved, zoomed in/out or overlapped freely on the single logic screen.
Live video signal input (optional)
Maximum 32 channels of composite video/S-Video signal input are supported, in
NTSC/PAL or SECAM format. All the signals can be displayed as windows on the display
wall. These windows on the display wall can be moved, zoomed in/out or overlapped
freely on the single logic screen.
IP video signal input (optional)
Maximum 32 channels of IP video signals input are supported. H.264 IP video stream in
format of QCIF, CIF, HD1 and D1（4CIF）are supported. All these signals can be displayed
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on the display wall in modes of windows, which can be moved, zoomed in/out or
overlapped freely on the single logic screen.
Network functions
Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor supports TCP/IP network protocol and can
be connected into Windows or Uinux networks, without the need to change the existing
network environment. By applying VTRON VLink or VLinkExpress, remote network PC’s
desktop can be displayed on the single logic screen.
Digital display wall management (optional)
VWAS is the digital display wall application management software developed by VTRON
for better management and control of VTRON digital display wall system. By adopting
network distributed structure, VWAS supports simultaneous connection and control by
multiple network users and provides friendly man-machine interface, making operation and
control of the digital display wall very convenient and fast, bringing its functions into more
perfect play. Moreover, interface for the user’s secondary development is provided. For
more information about VWAS, please refer to VWAS software manual.
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1.3 Model definition
According to the output channels, Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor has the
following model definition
Digicom Ark 12□□
Output channel
Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor
For example: a multi-screen processor of Digicom Ark1200 series that drives 24 display
cubes is Digicom Ark1224.
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1.4 Product appearance
1.4.1 Front view
Buckle Air filter
Monitor board
Handle
Cover
Lock & keys
Status indicator
LCD display
Function key
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HD lock
Power switch
Movable disk stand
USB port
DVD-ROM
Fixing screw Fixing screw
Handle Power switch
Status indicator
Fixing screw Air-out
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1.4.2 Rear view
Expanded
network ports
Fan System
control board
Standard port
Display board
RGB input
board
Video input
board
Power socket
Grounding screw
Fan
Fixing screw
Fixing screw
Air-out
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Standard ports
VGA interface
Expanded Expanded
Keyboard Network port network port network port
Mouse
Boards
Baffle plate
Video input RGB input System Display
board board control board board
Note:
The actual product configuration is dependent on customer’s order and the above picture is
only taken as an example for illustration purpose.
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1.5 Technical specifications

Model Digicom Ark1200
CPU Dual-Core Intel® Xeon® Process 5110（2 PCS）
Memory 2GB/DDR2
Hard disk 80GB×2 (or above, upon customer order)
CD driver 16X DVD-ROM

Network RJ45×2, 100M. (expandable)
2~32 channels of output are supported
Display board Output connector: DVI—D connector

Output resolution 1024×768~1600×1200, color depth: 24bpp, 32bpp
４ channels/board (DVI-I)
RGB input 640×480~1600×1200 resolution supported
Color depth: 24bpp
４ channels/board, CVBS (BNC), S-Video (S-Video terminal)

Video input
Format: NTSC, PAL, SECAM
４ channels/board (RJ45)
Resolution: QCIF, CIF, HD1, D1（4CIF）

Stream video input
Video compression format: H.264
Signal format: PAL, NTSC
Power supply
Type 2+1 true redundant power supply, supporting hot-swapping
Input voltage 100-240V AC
Frequency 50/60Hz
Power consumption 600W
Max. current 8.0A
Operation environment
Fan 4 independent hot-swappable
Temperature 0℃-40℃
Humidity 20%-80%(Non-condensing)
Weight ≤60Kg (upon hardware configuration)
Dimension（W×H×D） 482.6mm×488mm×600mm
Operation system Windows XP
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Note:
1， In practical application, the hardware configuration is dependent upon customer order.
For more information about hardware configuration, please consult VTRON company or
the dealer.
2， To bring the hardware resource into full play, other peripherals equipment or device may
be needed and integrated into the whole digital display wall system (for example, various
matrixes).
3， The above specifications are subject to changes without notice in advanced.
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2 Board introduction
2.1 System control board
In Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor, the system control board is located in the
middle of the 17 slots and belongs to control level in the system. Its main function is to complete
the communication with the control PC and dispatch various signals to the destination board
according to control PC’s command.
Features and functions
 System dispatching function and coordinating various boards to accomplish related
tasks;
 To generate H/V sync. clock for the system and various boards.
 To monitor the temperatures of each module and report abnormality if necessary.
 Self-diagnosis to convenience system upgrade and maintenance.
 Supporting board software and logic on-line upgrading.
 In case of system temperature abnormality, to switch system into power-saving mode or
cut-off the power supply, thus to guarantee system safety.
 Supporting RS232 on-line debugging.
 Supporting hot-swapping.
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2.2 Display board
The main function of the main board is to processing the signals before sending the signals
for final display on the display terminal.
Features and functions
 PCI-Express interface.
 To finish signal splitting, zooming in/out and overlapping.
 Supporting Color-Key overlapping control function.
 Standard DVI-D interface output designed for display terminals, output resolution
reaching up to1600×1200@60Hz.
 Self-diagnosis for system upgrading and maintenance.
 Hot-swapping supported.
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2.3 RGB input board (optional)
RGB input board is a high definition input board. Maximum 4 channels of RGB signals
(ARGB or DRGB) can be captured in one board. Signals of different formats are converted into
the same format and transmitted to displayed for final processing before displaying on display
terminal
Features and functions:
 Supporting RGB Signals of RGBHV, RGBS and RGsB. The bandwidth reaching up to
165MHz and 4 channels of input are supported on one board.
 Supporting signal cropping and signal displaying pausing.
 In case of signal source switching, automatic format detection enables parameters
self-adapting.
 ARGB automatic white-balance are supported.
 Signal input abnormality warning and reporting are supported.
 Self-diagnosis for upgrading and board on-line software and logic upgrading are
supported.
 Hot-swappable is supported.
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2.4 Video input board (optional)
Video input board is a stand definition signal input board. Maximum 4 channels of signal
input are supported in one board. In case of signal switching, signal format self-detecting supports
parameter’s self-adapting.
 Formats of NTSC, PAL or SECAM are supported.
 Working status monitoring and faulty reporting are supported.
 Signal cropping and displaying pausing are supported.
 Self-diagnosis is designed for system maintenance and upgrading.
 Hot-swapping is supported.
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2.5 Steam video input board (optional)
The main function of stream video input board is to decode the stream video from the
network and covert them into high-speed serial signal for processing and overlapping in displaying
board.
 Maximum 4 channels of stream video input are supported in one board.
 H.264 IP stream video supported.
 Hot-swapping is supported.
 On-line software upgrading supported.
 Abnormality warning and reporting are supported.
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3 Installation
Important Notices
1) The system installation/mounting on customer’s site should be carried out by those
technical engineers who are trained to be qualified. Before system installation/mounting,
please consult VTRON aftersales or the dealers, thus to obtain more technical guide. To
ensure personal safety, at least two personals are needed to accomplish the system
installation/mounting process.
2) At delivery from the from the manufacturer, Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen
processor is delivered as a complete machine and all the hardware within the
multi-screen processor is installed and configured within the factory and passes a series
of strict tests, such as high-low temperature test, aging test and etc.. What needs to do on
customer’s site is to connect the multi-screen processor with other equipment within the
display wall system.
Note: in some applications, some of the above-introduced board are shipped to
customer’s site independently with special packages. In these cases, user needs to
installed the boards according to the instructions introduced in the following chapters.
3) Please use the cables provided along with the equipment. If user does need use his own
cables, please consult VTRON or the dealer, to obtain related technical guide.
4) Before installation/mounting, please ensure the installation/mounting environment meets
the environment requirement (such as temperature, power supply, grounding system and
etc.).
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3.1 Shipping list
Note:
 Please check the goods within the package with reference to the shipping list within the
package box. In case of any goods missing, please consult your supplier.
 The pictures in this manual are only taken as examples for illustration purpose.
 Please keep the package materials for future use.
3.2 Chassis mounting
Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor adopts standard industrial ATCA chassis.
Modular design enables high system expandability. Redundant modular design of power supply
and fan guarantees system reliability and optimum cooling effect. Independent cabling support
makes system cabling much more easy and conveniences system maintenance.
There are two types for mounting a multi-screen processor on customer’s site.
3.2.1 Rack-mounting
It is mounting the multi-screen processor within the special rack together with other
equipment in customer’s application environment. Please see the following picture.
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Note: The rack for mounting multi-screen processor and other equipment should be purchased
independently by customer. For more information, please consult VTRON aftersales or the
dealers.
3.2.2 Desktop mounting
It is to place the multi-screen processor on customer-provided platform. In this mounting
environment, user needs to adopt various measures to ensure equipment safety.
3.2.3 Cabling support
User can use the cabling support to fixing the cables connected with the processor. Please see
the following picture for the appearance of the cabling support.
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 For desktop mounting
The support is placed behind the chassis and fixed with screws on the platform.
During cabling, please take off the cover on the cabling slot by unscrewing the screws and
then place the cables in the slots. Finally, fixing the cover back to the support.
 For rack-mounting
In rack-mounting application, the cabling supporting should be adapted accordingly, that is,
taking off the side support and the support stand. Fix the cabling slots on the back of the rack and
behind the multi-screen processor, which is shown as the following picture.
Upper support
Lower support
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During cabling, please take off the cover on the cabling slot by unscrewing the screws and
then place the cables in the slots. Finally, fixing the cover back to the support.
3.3 To connect display terminal device
Please use cables provided together with the multi-screen processor to connect each output
channel on the display board with the corresponding input channel in the display terminal device.
Note:
 For the digital signal transmission is affected by many factors, including cable quality
and cable length, it is strongly recommended that user uses the manufacturer-provided
cables during system connecting.
3.4 To connect signal sources
Please use the cables provided together with the multi-screen processor to connect each RGB
input channel on RGB input board with the RGB output channel on RGB output source. Please
use the cables provided together with the multi-screen processor to connect each video input
channel on video input board with the RGB output channel on video output source. And use the
cables provided with the multi-screen processor to connect the RJ45 port on the stream video input
board and the port on the exchange machine.
Note: in some application where the RGB/video matrix is used, the RGB/video signal is first
output to matrix and then switch within the matrixes. In these cases, the matrix should be taken as
the signal output sources.。
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3.5 To connect keyboard and mouse
Please connect the keyboard and mouse to the corresponding keyboard/mouse port. Note:
when connecting keyboard and mouse, please pay attention to the marks or characters that
indicating device type, thus to ensure correct connection.
Keyboard port
Mouse port
3.6 To connect with network
Please use the cable provided together with the multi-screen processor to connect the RJ45
network port with the exchange system in customer’s application environment. In customer
application, the network port configuration should be decided by customer’s practical application
requirement and application environment.
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3.7 To connect power supply
The power socket of the processors is located on the lower-right of the rear panel. When
connecting the processor’s power supply to the external 220V plug board or power source, please
use the cables provided with the equipment. Incorrect power cable may affect the power supply
performance and finally affect the system stability and performance.
Power socket
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3.8 System grounding
To protect the safety and stability of the equipment as well as the personal safety of the
operators, the system must be grounded correctly. Please use the special grounding conductor to
connect the grounding terminal on the equipment to the special grounding system.
Grounding point
Note: the grounding of electric and electronic product is mandatory, for safe operation and
normal system operation. Incorrect grounding affects system reliability and stability. And incorrect
system grounding will also cause signal interference. Therefore, full consideration must be given
during the equipment installation, including the grounding measure of the power supply. (For
example, use certified three-core power cable and power socket.) When installing the multi-screen
processor in high building, special and professional grounding system must be adopted for system
grounding with true earth. Incorrect system grounding has negative effect on the equipment’s
performance. There may be signal interference on the display wall which could not be removed
through adjustment. Please contact VTRON for more information about system grounding and
keep perfect system grounding during system operation.
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3.9 Pre-installed software
Before delivery from the factory, Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor has already
been installed with all standard-configuration software, including Windows operation system,
various hardware drivers and application program software.
Note:
 To ensure system’s normal operating, please install and use genuine software (including
but not limited to Windows operation system).
 Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor belongs to special graphic processing
equipment. If user needs to install other application software or programs within the
multi-screen processor, please consult VTRON or the dealers, thus to obtain
corresponding technical support.
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4 Usage
4.1 System power on/off
Power on
1) Ensure the general power supply of application environment is stable and normal.
2) Start the control PC (if any).
3) Turn on the display terminals.
4) Ensure the power switch on the power supply modules are set to “ON” position.
5) Open the front cover and press the power button.
The processor system automatically enters the Windows operating system after being
turned on and login, and displays the Digicom desktop on the digital display wall.
The processor uses Windows-based operating system, so its ON-interface is the same as that
of the corresponding Windows operating system. If there is any difference with what you have
ever seen, it is because the items on the desktop may be dependent on the current tasks and
desktop plan. If the task has changed, the desktop will be changed correspondingly.
Power off
1) Stop all running programs.
2) Select to turn-off the Windows system.
3) Turn off the control PC and display terminals.
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4.2 Usage of monitoring panel
4.2.1 Panel description
As a sub-system in Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor, the monitoring panel
integrated in the processor’s front panel is responsible for monitoring the working status of
various hardware resources within the processor chassis, and meanwhile report the hardware
resources’ statuses in various ways, for example, through the LCD display, LED indication and
sound alarms. In case of malfunctions on these hardware resources, corresponding alarms will be
given and the event will be recorded. Through RS232 communication, the information displayed
on the LCD could be read or configured in real time. The monitoring panel features advanced
technology and reasonable layout. It has a large LCD for abundant information displaying and the
background color can be adjusted. It is one of the most important ways to know the working status
of the hardware resources within the chassis.
 LCD display
The whole LCD display has a resolution of 160×128, capable of displaying graphics and
text messages, which can be set as black and white display or blue background with white
characters. The LCD background display is designed with power-saving functions and background
lighting will be turned off while there is no operation or alarm for a certain time. Pressing any
button on the panel or any malfunction alarm will lit the LCD background display. In normal
status, the display remains in “Main” page. The display in “Main” page is divided into several
parts:
 Date/Time: To show current date and time. The date and time on the LCD display can
be adjusted by using the function buttons. Since the monitoring panel has an
independent battery, it’s not necessary to set the date and time each time the processor
system is powered on.
 Fans: The four fans within the processor chassis can be monitored. On the LCD display,
the fans are marked as FAN1, 2, 3, 4. When any fan works abnormally, its
corresponding name will be shown in white background.
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 Power supply: The 2+1 true redundant power supply modules are adopted for the
processors, which are marked as POWER1, 2, 3. on the LCD display. In case of any
malfunction, the corresponding name will be shown in white background.
 Slot information: it is divided into three parts, that is SLOT, TYPE and ALARM.
SLOT is for indicating whether some slot has board installed. If some slot has no board
installed, the corresponding slot number will be shown in white background. TYPE is
for indicating the type of the board installed in the slot, which is represented with C, G,
S, R and V. (C for system control board, G for display board, S for stream video input
board, R for RGB input board and V for video input board.) ALARM for abnormality
reporting. In case of some board abnormality, a “！” is shown for that slot number. If no
abnormality reporting message, there will be no such indication. Note: Only when there
are board installed in the slot, the slot type or operation status can be detected.
 LED indicator
There are totally four LED indicators on the monitoring panel, which respectively are
POWER, FAN, TEMP and ALARM. The four indicators are all dual-color (red and green).
Indicator Function Normal status Abnormal status
POWER Power supply status Green Flash in red
FAN Fan status Green Flash in red
TEMP Temperature inside chassis Green Flash in red
ALARM Abnormality alarms Green Flash in red
 Function button
There are totally four function buttons on the monitoring board and they are MODE, SET,
ALARM Clear and TAB respectively.

Button Function
MODE To enter the clock adjustment mode for adjusting date and time
SET To adjust date/time
ALARM Clear Clear alarms
TAB Page switching
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4.2.2 Panel operation
When the equipment is in normal operating status and with reference to the information
displayed on the LCD, user can know about the operating status in real time of the hardware
resources within the processor chassis. Generally, there is no need to operate on the panel. Only
when user needs to adjust the date/time displayed on the LCD display, clear alarms or switch
pages, the buttons on the monitoring panel will be used.
 To adjust date and time
On the LCD display, current date and time are displayed on the top of the LCD display, in the
format of “YYYY-MM-DD HH:MM”. (24-hour system is adopted for time displaying.) Since the
monitoring panel has its independent battery and the date/time are adjusted independently, the date
and time displayed here may be different from those of the processor’s operating system. And also,
the date and time are saved in the monitoring panel, there is no need to reset them each time
turning on the machine.
When adjusting the date/time, user can use the MODE and SET buttons to operate as follows:
1. Press MODE button, then the third digit of the date flashes, which means current digit
can be modified.
2. Press SET button to increase the value until the ideal value is reached.
3. Press MODE button to confirm the modification of this digit and meanwhile the next
digit flashes.
4. Operate as step 1 to 3, to modify every digit.
5. At the last digit, when MODE button is pressed, the whole process of date/time
modification is finished and the new date/time is written into the monitoring panel.
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 To switch between pages
When the system is in normal operating status, it is the “Main” page being displayed. User
can press TAB button to switch the current page to “About” page. In “About” page, the
monitoring panel’s version is displayed.
 To clear alarms
Being in alarm status, signal alarm will be given out through LCD display and LED
indicators. Meanwhile, the system will also give out sound alarm. In this case, user can press
ALARMClear button to clear the alarm.
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4.3 To display various signal
（1）General operations
In respect of operation, Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor can be considered as
a common workstation. And its operations are the same as those of a common workstation. Please
refer to operation instructions of Windows XP for more information.
（2）To display video signal
PVideo is the special program software for video displaying with multi-screen processor on
display wall. With this program, user can display the video signal as windows on the display wall
and these windows on the display wall can be moved, overlapped or resized freely. For detailed
description about this program, please refer to software chapter.
（3）To display RGB signal
PRgb is the special program software for RGB displaying on the display wall. With this
program, user can display RGB signal as window on the display wall and these windows on the
display wall can be moved, overlapped or resized freely. For detailed description about this
program, please refer to software chapter.
（4）To display stream video signal
PIpVideo is the special program software for stream video displaying on the display wall.
With this program, user can display stream video signal as window on the display wall and these
windows on the display wall can be moved, overlapped or resized freely. For detailed description
about this program, please refer to software chapter.
（5）To display network signal
VlinkClient is the special program software for network signal displaying on the display wall.
With this program, user can display remote network PC’s desktop signal as window on the display
wall and these windows on the display wall can be moved, overlapped or resized freely. For
detailed description about this program, please refer to software chapter.
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5 Software
5.1 System service software
The system service software is a utility for checking and configuring the processor’s
hardware information. And also, as the background service of Digicom Ark1200 series
multi-screen processor, it is the necessary program running on the background for system’s normal
operation. As standard-configured software for Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor,
the system service software is installed in the multi-screen processor before delivery from the
factory and set as automatic running at system startup. After the program is run, a program icon
is shown in the taskbar.
In some special cases (for example, user select to service program or the service program is
not started automatically), user needs to select to run the program manually, that is, to double click
the executable file PowerServer.exe under the installation path (the default path is C:\Program
Files\VTRON\Digicom Server).
Right click the program icon to show a pop-up menu, which is shown as the following
menu
Here:
 ColorKey Setting： To set the ColorKey value.
 Basic Info： To check the basic information of the processor.
 Default Window Style： To set the default style of the windows opened on the display
wall.
 System Setting： To set the system parameters.
 About： To view software’s copyrights and version.
 Exit： To exit the service program.
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5.1.1 ColorKey settings
Right click the program icon in the taskbar and select the “ColorKey Setting” item from the
pop-up menu to show the dialog box as the following picture.
Here, you may select the color for the colorkey.
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5.1.2 Basic info
Right click the program icon in the taskbar and select the “Basic Info” item from the pop-up
menu to show the dialog box as the following picture. In this dialog box, user can view some basic
information.
 To check the version and status
Select the “Version & Status” tab to show the dialog box as the following picture.
To check the hardware information, please select the corresponding slot number, and then
click the “Query” button on the right. The system will automatically detect the hardware
information and show the results in the list.
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 To check hardware configuration
Select the “Check & Configure” tab to show the dialog box as the following picture.
 Here, user can check or configure the following information: Reset, Mac address,
system time, IP Address, temperatures and voltages.
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 To check board information
Select “Warning” tab to show the dialog box as the following picture.
Here, user can make settings for the following items: system buzzer, warning indicators,
warning reporting system and system synchronization.
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5.1.3 To set default window style
Right click the program icon in the taskbar and select the “Default Window Style” item from
the pop-up menu to show the dialog box as the following picture.
Here, user can set the default style for the windows opened on the display wall, that is, the
window position, size and with/without title or border..
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5.1.4 System information and configuration
Right click the program icon in the taskbar and select the “Setting...” item from the pop-up
right-key menu. Then an authorization dialog box appears for user to enter username and
passwords.
Note:
 System configuring must be finished by those who are trained to be qualified for system
maintenance.
 The initial default username is “vtron” and password is blank (no password). To ensure
system safety, please modify the username and password.
To modify the username or password, please check the “To modify username or
passwords” checkbox in the authorization box, then click “Ok” button to show the dialog
box for modifying username and passwords.
Enter new username and password, click “OK” button to finish the operation.
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After the username and passwords are correctly entered, a system information and
configuration dialog box appears as the following picture.
In this dialog box, the following items can be configured: IP address of the system control
board, desktop selection, stream video board IP address, Re-config channels, Refresh Memory
Info, select the proper product model, load system configuration and Custom Resolution.
 Desktop Selection
From the pop-down menu, you may select “PCI-E desktop” or “local desktop”, and then
click “set” button to finish the desktop selection.
 Stream Video board settings
Click the button “Stream Video board settings” to open the following dialog box:
In this dialog box, to fill in the IP address, Net MASK, Gateway, select the
corresponding “select” click box, and then click the button “set” to finish the stream
video board settings.
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 Re-config channels:
Click the button “Re-config channels” to open the following dialog box:
Here, you may re-config the channels that you want to use.
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 Custom Resolution:
Click the button “Custom Resolution” to open the following dialog box:
Here, signal format can be got or set after each parameter value being filled in.
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5.1.5 To check processor version
Right click the program icon in the taskbar and select the “About” item from the pop-up
right-key menu to show the dialog box as the following picture.
Here, the hardware and software versions are showed.
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5.1.6 To exit program
Right click the program icon in the taskbar and select the “Exit” item from the pop-up
right-key menu. Then the program stops running and closed.
Note:
 After the program exits, the service also will stop. In this case, the processor may work
abnormally, for example, the window image is not displayed.
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5.2 RGB displaying software PRgb
PRgb is special program software for RGB displaying on the display wall. With this program,
user can display RGB signal as window on the display wall and these windows on the display wall
can be moved, overlapped or resized freely.
Double click the executable file PRgb.exe to show a dialog box as the following picture.
In this dialog box, user needs select the input signal’s slot number and channel number.
According to connector type of the display terminal’s input channel, select a signal type
(RGB or DVI). If necessary, user can define the size of the window to be opened on the
display wall by defining the X and Y coordinates of the upper-left corner of the window as
well as the width and height of the window..
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Then, press the OK button to open a signal window on the display wall, which is shown as
the following picture.
Right click on the window to show a right-key menu shown as the following picture:
Here:
 No Title Bar/No Border: to define window style, with or without title bar/border.
 Property: to adjust display properties of the signal window, such as window position,
size and display effect.
 Enable KVM: to make the keyboard and mouse enabled in the RGB signal window.
 Exit: to close current window and exit the program.
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Window property adjustment
Right click in the window and select the “Property” item from the right-key pop-up menu.
Then, a window property window appears as the following picture:
 Window style
Here user can check the signal input information (slot number and signal output type, only
for reference and can not be modified.) User can also define window style (with or without
title/border) here.
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 Window position
Here, user can define window position by define window’s coordinates and height and
weight.
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 Display property
Here, user can define some display properties, for example, the properties of red, green and
blue. To adjust the value of some value, user can drag the sliding bar or enter a number in the input
box. User can also user the automatic adjustment function by clicking the “Auto White-balance”
button.
 Display cropping
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Check the “Cropping with mouse drawing” item and then draw a rectangular in the area
below. Or, check the “Accurate cropping” item and then input proper coordinates in the input box.
Enable KVM
Right click in the window and select the “Enable KVM” item from the right-key pop-up
menu. Then, a dialog box appears as the following picture:
Here,if the IP address, port and the password are input correctly, the mouse of the appointed
processor can be used in the RGB signal window.
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5.3 Video displaying software PVideo
PVideo is the special program software for video displaying with multi-screen processor on
display wall. With this program, user can display the video signal as windows on the display wall
and these windows on the display wall can be moved, overlapped or resized freely.
Double click the executable file PVideo.exe to show a dialog box as the following picture.
In this dialog box, user needs select the input signal’s slot number and channel number.
According to connector type of the display terminal’s input channel, select a signal type
(CVBS or S_VIDEO). If necessary, user can define the size of the window to be opened on
the display wall by defining the X and Y coordinates of the upper-left corner of the window
as well as the width and height of the window.
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Here:
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Window property adjustment
Right click in the window and select the “Property” item from the right-key pop-up menu.
Then, a window property window appears as the following picture:
 Window style
Here user can check the signal input information (slot number and signal output type, only
for reference and can not be modified.) User can also define window style (with or without
title/border) here.
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 Window position
Here, user can define window position by define window’s coordinates and height and
weight.
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 Display property adjustment
Here, user can adjust the window displaying properties, for example, the brightness, contrast
ratio, saturation and etc.. User can also use the system automatic adjustment function by checking
the “Auto-adjust” button.
User can save the well-adjusted properties as property solution for future use. In later
operation, user can select a proper property solution and apply it to current display.
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 Display cropping
Check the “Cropping with mouse drawing” item and then draw a rectangular in the area
below. Or, check the “Accurate cropping” item and then input proper coordinates in the input box.
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5.4 Network displaying software VLinkClient
VlinkClient is the special program software for network signal displaying on the display wall.
With this program, user can display remote network PC’s desktop signal as window on the display
wall and these windows on the display wall can be moved, overlapped or resized freely. If it is
supported by the server terminal, user can also use local mouse and keyboard to control the remote
PC’s desktop content.
Note: in application, the VLinkClient is used together with its server terminal (VLinkServer
or other server program). That is to say, to ensure normal displaying of remote desktop content,
the server program must be installed and running. For the purchase and operation of the server
program, please consult VTRON or the dealer.
Double click the executable file VLinkClient.exe. Then a dialog box is shown as the
following picture for user to enter the IP address of the PC where the server program is installed
and whose desktop contents need to be displayed.
Enter the IP address of the source PC’s IP address and click “OK” button to open a signal
window shown as the following picture.
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If it is supported by the server program’s configuration, user can also operate the remote
desktop content, just as operating on local machine.
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5.5 Stream video displaying software PIpVideo
PIpVideo is the special program software for stream video displaying on the display wall.
With this program, user can display stream video signal as window on the display wall and these
windows on the display wall can be moved, overlapped or resized freely. For detailed description
about this program, please refer to software chapter.
Double click the executable file PIpVideo.exe to show a dialog box.
In this dialog box, user needs select the input signal’s slot number and channel number. According
to connector type of the display terminal’s input channel, select a signal type (only IP_VIDEO is
available currently). If necessary, user can define the size of the window to be opened on the
display wall by defining the X and Y coordinates of the upper-left corner of the window as well as
the width and height of the window.
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Here:
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Right click in the window and select the “Property” item from the pop-up right-key menu to
show a dialog box. Here, user can configure the Stream video input board, such as the IP address
and MASK address. If necessary, user can also check the stream video input board’s configuration
here.
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5.6 Display wall administration system (option)
VWAS (VTRON Wall Administration System) is the special application and management
software developed, designed and manufactured by VTRON for digital display wall system. Its
main functions are to provide means for the controls and management of various signal windows
on the display wall and also control of the display engines inside the display wall system. And also
with VWAS, the centralized and integrated control over various peripheral equipment, such as
matrixes, camera and multi-functional devices, can be easily realized.
Main functions of VWAS:
 To control the multi-screen processor, and operate the relevant windows and applications on
the multi-screen processor;
 To realize the orderly batch operation on the engine window, multi-screen processor window
and multi-screen processor applications through the preset mode and sequence (you can
customize the operation modes and sequences according to the actual situations);
 To realize the joint control on the relevant peripherals, such as the matrix, camera,
multi-screen device, and image splitter;
 To provide functional module and device expansion and support the development of the third
party;
 To provide software registration and hierarchical control of users (users that log on the
system in different roles or different levels have different functions and authorities).
Note:
For software operation, please refer to VWAS software manual or consult VTRON aftersales.
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6 Maintenance
Safety Cautions !
Carefully read and observe the following safety regulations before and in daily
maintenance and necessary troubleshooting. It is very important for protecting your personal
safety and preventing the equipment from damage.
1. The daily maintenance and necessary troubleshooting must be carried out by trained
and qualified personnel.
2. Always observe the prescriptive turning on/off steps. Illegal operation should be
avoided.
3. Always check that the system is turned off and the system AC power cord is
unplugged from the AC power source before disconnecting or reconnecting any
electrical part of the system.
4. Always check that processor and all equipment connected to it have and keep
perfect system grounding before maintenance and troubleshooting.
5. Do not open the top cover of the processor. No user serviceable parts inside.
6. Keep away from corrosive chemical gas, materia medica and the material of
combustible and explosive.
7. Do not alter or add any part to the mechanical or electrical design of the system
equipment. Otherwise, the all subsequent hazardous results brought about are not
the responsibility of the manufacturer.
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6.1 Daily maintenance
1. The control room or the hall where the digital display wall system is installed must be
kept dust-free, dry and well ventilated.
2. Operation temperature: 0℃ － 40℃
Relative humidity: 20% － 90%, non-condensing
3. Always keep the equipment in clear appearance and do not use any coarse or abrasive
cleaners.
4. Do not place anything in or over the ventilation openings and slots. Especially, care
must be given to keep the equipment away from corrosive chemical gas, materia medica
and the material of combustible and explosive.
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6.2 Routine check
（1） Check whether the power is normal and stable before turning on the processor.
（2） Check monthly the grounding system.
（3） Check monthly the cable and connector conditions.
（4） In case of not in frequent use, power on for one or two hours every week. In the moist
season, it is strongly recommended to do this more than one time per day.
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6.3 The replacement of modules
6.3.1 Hot-swappable modules
 In Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor, the following modules support
hot-swapping: power module, fan, RGB input board, video input board, stream video input
board, display board and system control board.
 During replacing hot-swappable modules, user can operate while the machine is still
powered and running. But the following processing must be strictly followed.
 For modules that don’t support hot-swapping, please turn off the power supply first.
 Except in some special cases, it is not recommended to replace the system control board by
hot-swapping. This is because during the hot-swapping, the system dispatching function can
not be fulfilled and there will be not displaying on the display wall.
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6.3.1 To replace fan module
1）Unscrew the fixing screws.
2）Take out the fan.
3）Insert a fan back into the fan rack and note to connector is plugged into the socket.
4）Fix the screws.
Note:
 To ensure system cooling effect, please ensure there are at least three fans working
simultaneously, that is, only one fan can be replaced at the same time.
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6.3.2 To replace power module
1）Ensure the power module is switch off.
2）Unscrew the fixing screws.
3）Hold the handle and drag out slightly the power module.
4）Hold the module with both hands as the following picture shows and take the module out
from the rack.
5）Ensure the power switch of module to be installed is set to OFF position.
6）Hold the module with both hands and insert it into the holding rack. Push it slightly into
the rack. Note the connector is plugged into the holder socket.
7）Fix the screws.
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7）Set the power switch on the module to ON position.
Note:
 To ensure system power supplying, only one module can be replaced at the same time.
 Before pull out and plug in the power module, please not the position of the power modules
to be replaced.
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6.3.3 To replace hard disk
1）Hold the lock of the movable hard-disk box.
2）Pull on the lock and unlock the box.
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3）Holding the lock bar and pull out the hard disk a little. The hold the hard disk with both
hands and take it out carefully.
4）Insert a spare movable hard-disk box (with hard disk in it) into the holding rack and note
the connector is plugged into the holding rack’s socket.
5）Lock the locking bar.
Note: the hard disk does not support hot-swapping function. Therefore, power should
be cut off before replacing the hard disk.
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6.3.4 To replace boards
1） Take up the pull-handle at both ends of the board..
Note: For display card, after the upper pull-handle is taken up, the hot-swapping
mechanism is activated and the hot-swapping indicator is flashing. Then, user can take
up the lower pull-handle. But other boards do not need to activate the hot-swapping
mechanism; therefore, the two pull-handles can be taken up at the same time.
Hot-swapping indicator
2） Hold the handle and take out the board a little.
3） With reference to the following, hold the bottom of the board with one hand and hold
the back of the board with another hand. Take out the card slowly and steadily.
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4）Hold the spare board as the above picture shows and insert carefully the board into the slot.
During operation, please note the slot number at upper and lower of the chassis and
ensure the board being inserted into the same slot.
5）Push the board along the guiding slot and note lock the pull-handles with the chassis.
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6.4 System warning information and logs
6.4.1 LCD monitoring panel information
As a sub-system in Digicom Ark1200 series multi-screen processor, the monitoring panel
integrated in the processor’s front panel is responsible for monitoring the working status of
various hardware resources within the processor chassis, and meanwhile report the hardware
resources’ statuses in various ways, for example, through the LCD display, LED indication and
sound alarms. In case of malfunctions on these hardware resources, corresponding alarms will be
given and the event will be recorded. Through RS232 communication, the information displayed
on the LCD could be read or configured in real time. The monitoring panel features advanced
technology and reasonable layout. It has a large LCD for abundant information displaying and the
background color can be adjusted. It is one of the most important ways to know the working status
of the hardware resources within the chassis.
Pease refer to chapter 4.2 for detailed introduction about this monitoring panel.
6.4.2 Status indicator on boards
Besides the monitoring panel in the front of the chassis, user can also know the working
status of the boards through the status indicators on the boards.
The display board has three indicators, that is, RUN, ALARM and HOTPLUG.
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The signal input board has two indicators, that is, RUN and ALARM.
The meaning of these indicators are:

Indicator Color Description
Board working status indication. When the board works
RUN Green
normally and data being transferred, this indicator is flashing.
Board working status indication.. When the board works
ALARM Red
abnormally, this indicator is flashing.
After the upper handle is being taken up, this indicator is
HOTPLUG Red
flashing.
The RJ45 port on the stream video input board and system control board has only one indicator
and when there is network data transmission, this indicator is flashing.
6.4.3 Warning/event logs viewing
To diagnoses the problem in case of system abnormality and judge the cause, Digicom
Ark1200 series multi-screen is designed with fault automatic reporting mechanism for each board.
If necessary, user can check these logs. There are two ways for checking these logs: from the
system service program and from the the third-part management software (for example, VWAS).
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6.5 Troubleshooting
1，After power button is pressed, system has no response
Possible causes:
1. The general power switch is not turned on.
2. The power supply does not meet the requirements.
3. The switch on power supply module is not set to ON.
4. Other unknown causes.
Solutions
1. Check whether the general switch is turned on.
2. Check the power supply to ensure the power supply is normal and stable.
Note: Please ensure the power supply of the application environment conforms to the
specifications. Otherwise, not only equipment performance is affected, personal safety of the
operator is not guaranteed.
3. Set the switch on power module to ON position.
4. If the problem remains unresolved, please contract VTRON or the dealer.
2，The power supply is normal, but after power button is pressed, there is not image
displaying and also no alarm is given.
Possible causes：
1. The display terminal is not turned on.
2. The signal cables are not properly connected.
3. The movable hard disk box is not locked.
4. Windows operation system is not started.
Solutions
1. Check whether the power switch of the display terminal is set to ON.
2. Check whether the cable connection is OK.
3. Check the locking bar on the movable hard disk box.
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4. If the problem remains unresolved, please contract VTRON or the dealer.
3，Keyboard or mouse does not work
Possible cause
1. Not the original keyboard or mouse are used.
2. The extension mouse/keyboard problem.
3. Mouse/keyboard is faulty.
4. Misconnection between keyboard and mouse cable.
Solutions
1. Replace the keyboard with the original ones.
2. Check the extension cable. If necessary, remove the extension cable and connect the
mouse/keyboard directly to the port on multi-screen processor.
3. Replace the faulty mouse/keyboard with those of the same model and contact VTRON or the
dealer.
4. If the above problem remains unresolved, please contact VTRON or the dealer.
4，Image color abnormality
Possible causes
1. Improper cable connection or unsound grounding.
2. Signal cable quality.
3. Signal display properties are not well adjusted.
4. Display terminal problem.
Solutions
1. Check the cable connection and grounding system.
2. Check the signal output devices to ensure the signal output quality is OK.
3. Re-adjust the image displaying properties. If possible, use the previously-saved properties.
4. Check the display terminals. If necessary, user can connect the signal source directly to the
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display terminal or an independent display device, thus to make sure whether it is the signal
output quality problem.
5，There is no image displaying in the window on the display wall.
Possible causes:
1. Cable connection is not good.
2. Check whether the input channel selection is correct.
3. Display terminal is with problem.
Solutions:
1. Check the cable connection or network communication status.
2. Check the physical connection of the selected channel.
3. Referring to the above method, judge whether it is the problem of the display terminal.
4. Close the application program and restart it.
Restart Windows operation system and run the application program.
6，PVlink displaying is not fluent
Possible causes:
1. Network speed does not support.
2. Too many windows opened on the display wall.
Solutions:
1. Please check the network communication status and if necessary, please replace the exchange
device with a new one.
2. Close unnecessary windows (especially the RGB windows).
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7，Image is flashing
Possible causes:
1. Cable connection is not OK.
2. Refresh rate of the multi-screen processor is set too low.
Solutions:
1. Check the cable connection.
2. Set the refresh rate to its proper value.
3. Remove and re-install the hardware drivers, then set the refresh rate to its proper value.
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7 Contact Us
For after-sales service, please contact:
Vtron Technologies Ltd.
Add：No. 6 Caipin Rd., Guangzhou Hi-Tech Industrial Development Zone (Guangzhou
Science City), Guangzhou 510663, China
Tel: +86-20 322 99888 +852-2264 3688
Fax: +86-20 322 99788 +852-2264 3833
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and follow the following instructions:

Perfect system grounding

System grounding must be perfect. Otherwise, not

only the personal safety is not protected, a series of

grounding causes heavy system interference, resulting

in instability and unreliability of the system. Even

Design alternation prevention

Do not alter or add any part to the mechanical or

electrical design of the system equipment. Otherwise,

the all subsequent hazardous results brought about are

not the responsibility of the manufacturer.

Illegal software installation prevention

Digicom multi-screen processor is a special control

system, and not a computer device for general purpose.

So, when the users need to install their own software,

they must consult VTRON or dealers in advance.

Otherwise, all subsequent hazardous results brought

about are not the responsibility of the manufacturer.

Shut off the Power Supply

Always unplug the system AC power cord from the

AC power source before the following operations:

A. Removing or reinstalling any part of the system,

except hot swappable parts.

B. Disconnecting or reconnecting any electrical plug or

other connection of the system.

Keep away from the material of combustible and

Corrosive chemical gas and materia medica will

make the mechanical and circuit damaged. When

cleaning the system, don’t use volatile solvent and

cleanser. Gasoline, thinner and acetone are forbidden.

Keep away from the device of electromagnetic

Under the environment of electromagnetic wave

disturbing, the performance and stability of production

The device described in this manual uses appliance coupler

or power plug as power disconnector. During device

running, please keep disconnector at easy-to-contact

location so that it may be used to disconnect the power

supply in case of emergency.

A. Risk of explosion if the battery is replaced with an

B. Batteries should be recycled where possible. Disposal

of used batteries must be in accordance with local

1.1 ABOUT DIGICOM ARK1200 SERIES MULTI-SCREEN PROCESSOR ................................................ 1

1.2 FUNCTIONS AND FEATURES OF DIGICOM ARK1200 ................................................................... 2

1.3 MODEL DEFINITION................................................................................................................... 5

1.4 PRODUCT APPEARANCE............................................................................................................. 6

1.5 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................... 10

2 BOARD INTRODUCTION ........................................................................................................ 12

2.1 SYSTEM CONTROL BOARD ....................................................................................................... 12

2.2 DISPLAY BOARD ...................................................................................................................... 13

2.3 RGB INPUT BOARD (OPTIONAL) .............................................................................................. 14

2.4 VIDEO INPUT BOARD (OPTIONAL) ........................................................................................... 15

2.5 STEAM VIDEO INPUT BOARD (OPTIONAL) ................................................................................ 16

3.1 SHIPPING LIST ......................................................................................................................... 18

3.2 CHASSIS MOUNTING................................................................................................................ 18

3.3 TO CONNECT DISPLAY TERMINAL DEVICE................................................................................ 21

3.4 TO CONNECT SIGNAL SOURCES ............................................................................................... 21

3.5 TO CONNECT KEYBOARD AND MOUSE ..................................................................................... 22

3.6 TO CONNECT WITH NETWORK ................................................................................................. 22

3.7 TO CONNECT POWER SUPPLY ................................................................................................... 23

3.8 SYSTEM GROUNDING .............................................................................................................. 24