Overview
Learn how to use some of the most essential elements of your PRIME Click Effects system, and as necessary, this user guide will provide information specific to the HD-SDI Workflow or the GPU Workflow.
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Throughout the user guide, sections are highlighted to signify when information is specific to the type of Click Effects workflow installed.
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Start up Click Effects
After the Click Effects Workflow is installed, it should be ready to be powered on.
- Press the Power button located on the left handle next to the front cover. When turned on, the power button glows green, and a red light shows disk activity.
- Log in to Windows.
- Each Click Effects system has been configured with a single Windows user that does not require a password at login time.
- Click the username in the middle of the screen to start Windows.
A Click Effects shortcut icon is present on the Windows desktop. Double-clicking this icon initializes the video hardware and then opens the application. The application can also be launched from the Start > Programs menu in Windows. Once launched, Click Effects is ready to import content and play media!
Click Effects systems are preconfigured at Chyron and do not require additional system settings changes. Upon assembly and installation, Chyron technicians ensure that all system settings are set for optimal performance.
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Changes made to the Click Effects software settings or the Windows operating system settings can easily result in unexpected behavior or system malfunction. Users should never change settings without the consent of Chyron Technical Support. If you have any questions concerning Windows operating system settings or Click Effects system settings, then please feel free to contact Chyron Technical Support. Failure to consult a support technician may void your Warranty. |
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The computer name of your Click Effects system is not randomly set. It is an integral part of your system’s operation. NEVER change the computer name of your Click Effects system. This will result in a software malfunction. The environment within which Click Effects software operates cannot be interfered with by other processes or software packages running on the server. Many software packages interfere with CPU processing power and computer bus speed. These are essential hardware elements that Click Effects relies on for proper media playback. Any unauthorized changes or installation of third-party software can result in major system malfunction. As stated in your Warranty, unauthorized changes to your Click Effects system or hardware result in voiding your Warranty. Do not modify your Click Effects system. Always consult a Chyron Technician. |
About shortcuts
Click Effects provides a set of Keyboard Shortcuts (fix link) to perform common tasks. In addition, Click Effect's Hot Keys and Command Keys provide a powerful feature with which you can tie Media Buttons to keystrokes on the keyboard.
Terminology
Throughout this User Guide you will encounter a few recurring basic terms and definitions. Here is a quick overview of these terms that will help you understand descriptions and explanations.
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| Board | In a GPU Workflow, represents an area on the physical GPU output of the system. In general, the pixels inside this GPU output area are processed and displayed on LED video boards. |
| Preview | In the Preview state, media has been loaded and is visible in the Preview window. |
| Program | In the Program state, media is sent to the output of the HD-SDI Workflow. |
| Take | Taking’ media is the act of moving media from Preview to Program. |
The main entry point into the Click Effects workflow is the User Select screen. Click Effects allows you to create a number of Users based on the tier and the system that you have purchased. A User is linked to a unique media collection and collection of settings. For each User created, a new Media Collection is generated. This allows you to set up the Workflow for multiple events and keep event specific media separated.