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Chapter 5:
Output Displays
The Catalyst Media Server supports two output signals. Each signal is split, and can be
displayed simulataneously on any output device (DL1 digital light, video projector, LED
wall, etc.) and a monitor display.
DV1 Video Distribution Amplifier
The Catalyst Media Server uses the DV1 dual video distribution amplifier to split and
amplify the PowerMac’s two video outputs for display on preview monitors as well as
output devices. In addition, five BNC video connectors labeled R, G, B, H, and V (Red-
Green-Blue-Horizontal sync-Vertical sync) are provided to send Output 1 to a device using
high-quality 75-ohm video cable.
RGBHV BNC connectors
P1 and P2 Monitor Ports
CAUTION!
Using a video cable longer than 250 feet (80 meters) can
degrade video performance.
Catalyst Interface Box (CIB)
The Catalyst Interface Box is an interface between the DMX console and the computer’s
Universal Serial Bus (USB) port. In addition, five RGBHV connections are provided to
send Output 2 to a device using high-quality 75-ohm video cable.
RGBHV BNC connectors
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