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Ross Carbonite Hardware & System Fundamentals

Code: RV120
Cost: $2125.00
Course Length: 16 Hours
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RV120 Ross Carbonite Hardware & System Fundamentals Overview

RV120 is a primer for Carbonite Switchers. This base class focuses on hardware architecture, panel layouts, signal flow, and core setup tasks – everything an engineer or new TD must conquer before automation, custom controls, or advanced layering come into play. Tailored for both technical operators and engineers, this course balances core switcher operation with real-world use cases in broadcast, live event, and government production environments.

Class Details

Objectives

  • Understand Carbonite switcher architecture and panel layouts – main frame, I/O cards, Multi-Definition Processing, and control surfaces
  • Cable SDI/HDMI/IP sources, reference & genlock; validate timing with DashBoard timing tools
  • Configure routing, source patching, and basic M/E / keyer assignments
  • Build user profiles, device memories, and startup snapshots for rapid show recall
  • Deploy and test dual multiviewers: layout selection, tally, UMD, alarm overlays
  • Perform firmware & software updates, create restore USBs, and document version pinning 
  • Monitor system health (temperatures, fan speeds, PSU status) and export diagnostic logs 
  • Troubleshoot fundamental signal issues: black inputs, mismatched frame rates, key-fill level errors 
  • Apply Ross best practices for grounding, UPS integration, and redundant power sequencing 

Audience

  • Technical Directors 
  • Broadcast Engineers 
  • Live Event Operators 
  • Support and Maintenance Personnel 
  • Government and Education AV/Media Teams 

Prerequisites