Compact Control System

I. Overview

As the broadcasting industry continues to evolve, compact and flexible systems are increasingly favored by TV stations. In response to market demand, we have launched our independently developed Compact Control Platform.
Our Compact Control Platform is a high-performance, high-density, highly reliable control system built on a Linux embedded environment. Its core consists of control software modules running on the platform. The system meets various application requirements through selectable software modules, targeting small and medium-scale users, particularly small and medium-sized broadcast TV stations and local TV stations.

Figure 1: System Diagram

II. Software Modules for the Compact Control Platform

Software Module	Application Scenario
Tally Function Module	Supports source name following and camera Tally functions for small systems.
JOYSTCK Function Module	Captures camera JOYSTICK trigger signals to enable linkage between JOYSTICK, waveform monitors, and Audio/Video Matrix. Requires a GPIO Acquisition Driver to complete this function.
Main/Backup Signal Linkage Module	Keeps the Matrix EMG signal consistent with the Switcher PGM signal.
System Snapshot Module	Saves device settings and parameters as a system snapshot, enabling one-touch switching between multiple modes to simplify user operations.
Matrix Control Function Module	Provides Matrix crosspoint control with remote API access. Can be used together with the Matrix Control Android client and Monitoring Modules.
Matrix Control Android Client Module	An Android tablet app for viewing and switching Audio/Video Matrix status. Runs on mainstream Android tablets.
WEB Portal Module	A network management module that allows external devices to view and configure accessible device parameters via a web interface.
Device Monitoring Module	Provides device status monitoring and control with remote API access. Can be used together with the Monitoring Android Client Module.
Monitoring Android Client Module	An Android tablet app that provides full access to monitored device information, including Alarm Query, parameter readout, etc. Runs on mainstream Android tablets.

III. Typical Application Scenarios and Functions

1. Compact system applications with playback query and analysis capabilities:

Supports Tally functions for compact systems such as city-level studios, EFP setups, satellite uplink vehicles, 3-4 channel OB Vans, etc.
Supports vehicle-mounted Monitoring Systems. A 1U Server paired with the Monitoring Android Client Module enables remote monitoring.
Supports Matrix switching control systems. A Server paired with the Matrix Control Android Client Module enables cross-workstation signal scheduling, Matrix crosspoint monitoring, and more.

2. Intelligent module options for medium and large systems

Can serve as a security isolation device, such as a WeChat gateway for Monitoring System alarm notifications.
Protocol Converter, e.g. serial device to SNMP conversion.

IV. Control Platform Specifications

Figure 2: Hardware Front View

Figure 3: Hardware Rear View

1. Physical Characteristics

High-strength carbon steel industrial Chassis, dustproof, with strong EMC compliance. Solid-state drive with proprietary anti-vibration design for extended lifespan.

2. High Integration

14x COM ports, 4x LAN, 4x GPI, 4x GPO.

3. Simple Deployment

1U/19-inch standard rack mount. No monitor, keyboard, or mouse required; all configuration is done remotely.

4. High Stability

Linux-based embedded environment, secure and virus-resistant. Embedded processor with high performance and low power consumption. Fanless design with no moving parts.

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