Lectrosonics VI24 - Manual (Page 9)

Video Switcher Interface
SETTING UP THE VI24 FOR THE FIRST TIME
While the VI24 software is not difficult to use, the large number of features and options might cause it to appear
intimidating at first. With that in mind, let us configure the VI24 for a simple, yet typical application, step by step.
PREPARATION
In order to follow this example, you will need the VI24
software installed and running on your PC. It is strongly
recommended, but not absolutely required, that you have
your VI24 powered on and connected to the PC. If you
have an AM8 or AM16 mixer available, connecting that
will make more options available and also make for some
enjoyable experimenting once the VI24 is configured.
1. [Follow this step only if you plan to work with the VI24
connected.] Be sure the VI24 is connected, powered
on, and the Test/Run switch is set to “Run”. The led
should glow steadily. (If the led flashes for a few
seconds and then glows steadily, this is normal. The
unit has never been powered on before and it is
clearing its memory.)
2. Start the VI24 software. If the VI24 is not connected,
you will need to confirm a message that says the VI24
was not found, but you can work offline. If the VI24 is
connected, its current settings will be imported. In
either case, you should arrive at the main window. If
your VI24 is connected, but the software does not see
it, please consult the TROUBLESHOOTING section.
Note that the VI24 Status indicator will show not
connected if you are working offline.
3. Select “Mixer List...” from the Setup menu.
4. If you’re working with the VI24 connected, you can now
click the “Probe LecNet” button to detect your mixer(s)
and populate the mixer list dialog automatically. You
may wish to use more descriptive names than the
probe supplies (just change them). If you’re working
offline, simply enter the information as shown. Click
OK when done.
5. From the VI24 menu, select “Options...” to bring up the
Options window. Duplicate the settings shown. This
will cause the VI24 to respond immediately to changes
in mixer inputs, thus eliminating the confusion that a
delayed response can cause at first. We are also
specifying that the “overview pin” (and not the last
active mic) shall be active during silence. Finally,
we’re placing no restrictions on the number of outputs
that can be active at once. Click OK when done.
Rio Rancho, NM – USA 9