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Software Software Type Part Number Release Date
PRISM Series Firmware Release – V4.1 (Update from V4.x)
PRISM Series Firmware Release – V4.1 (Update from V3.5.4)
Note: Download the V4.1 release that corresponds with the firmware version currently running on your PRISM product. Any product with firmware version earlier than V3.5.4 must first be upgraded to V3.5.4 before upgrading to V4.1. See details in the “Installation Instructions” document.
PRISM Series Firmware Release – V3.5.4 (Start here before upgrading to V4.1)
Upgrades
The following 25G products are compatible with this release:
  • MPI and MPX that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-25 and MPX2-25
  • MPS-100/200/300
  • MPD-100/200/300
  • MPP-100/200/300
NOTE: V4.1 is not compatible with:
  • MPI and MPX without 25G upgrade
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 without 25G upgrade
The latest software for the incompatible models is the latest V2.x release.
New features starting at version 4.1
  • MPP-100/200/300 Support – MPP is a new, 1RU, full rack width, short depth, waveform monitor that is purposely build for compact and quiet workspaces. In addition to the 12G SDI and 25G IP monitoring tools offered by other PRISM products, MPP offers models that support SDI Eye, always on SDI loop-through, Line Out for external speakers, and 8 channel Analog Audio for mono, stereo, and surround sound outputs.
  • Also include bug fixes and general improvements for all supported PRISM products.

Release Notes – V4.1

Installation Instructions

Firmware
Firmware
P00010785C
P00010070U
28 November 2023
28 November 2023

PRISM Series Firmware Release – V4.0.1

Upgrades
The following 25G products are compatible with this release:
  • MPI and MPX that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-25 and MPX2-25
  • MPS-100/200/300
  • MPD-100/200/300
NOTE: V4.0.1 is not compatible with:
  • MPI and MPX without 25G upgrade
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 without 25G upgrade
The latest software for the incompatible models is the latest V2.x release.
New features starting at version 4.0.1
  • CAM (Camera Alignment Monitoring) - The CAM display allows the user to compare up to four SDI input waveform traces.
  • External Reference Waveform - The External Reference display shows a trace of the currently applied analog reference input.
  • WebRTC - Collaborative real-time Video, Audio, and Control, with the ability to record and download.
  • Aux Out Audio Pair Select - For 2110 inputs, the Aux Out can be configured to remap the audio pair.
  • Vector Compass Rose – Now can add a vector compass rose graticule.
  • Hot Plug HID - Now supports hot plugging control devices.

Release Notes – V4.0.1

Installation Instructions

Firmware P00010070T 11 September 2023

PRISM Series Firmware Release – V3.5.4

Upgrades
The following 25G products are compatible with this release:
  • MPI and MPX that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-25 and MPX2-25
  • MPS-100/200/300
  • MPD-100/200/300
NOTE: V3.5.4 is not compatible with:
  • MPI and MPX without 25G upgrade
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 without 25G upgrade
The latest software for the incompatible models is the latest V2.x release.
New features starting at version 3.5.2
  • New ST 2110 video monitor and generator formats:
    • 2048x1080 4:2:2 YCbCr 10b 23p, 24p, 25p, 29p, 30p
    • 4096x2160 4:2:2 YCbCr 10b 23p, 24p, 25p, 29p, 30p
    • 1920x1080 4:4:4 RGB 12b 23p, 24p, 25p, 29p, 30p
    • 2048x1080 4:4:4 RGB 12b 23p, 24p, 25p, 29p, 30p
    • 3840x2160 4:4:4 RGB 12b 23p, 24p, 25p, 29p, 30p
    • 4096x2160 4:4:4 RGB 12b 23p, 24p, 25p, 29p, 30p
  • New HDR, Audio and EBU R103 alarms
  • New Immersive PCM audio support for SDI and IP including 5.1.4 / 7.1.4 surround sound display
  • Support for audio programs that are split across multiple ST 2110-30 streams
  • Support for dual HDMI receivers on DP ports in MPX2 models.

Release Notes – V3.5.4

Installation Instructions

Firmware P00010070S 14 April 2023

PRISM Series Firmware Release – V3.3.3

Upgrades
The following 25G products are compatible with this release:
  • MPI and MPX that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-25 and MPX2-25
  • MPS-100/200/300
  • MPD-100/200/300
NOTE: V3.3.3 is not compatible with:
  • MPI and MPX without 25G upgrade
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 without 25G upgrade
The latest software for the incompatible models is the latest V2.x release.
New features since V3.3.2
  • There are no new features or resolved defects in this release. This release is intended for products that have hardware platform changes. See Release Notes for details.

Release Notes – V3.3.3

Installation Instructions

Firmware P00010070L 20 September 2022

PRISM Series Firmware Release – V3.3.2

Upgrades
The following 25G products are compatible with this release:
  • MPI and MPX that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-25 and MPX2-25
  • MPS-100/200/300
  • MPD-100/200/300
NOTE: V3.3.2 is not compatible with:
  • MPI and MPX without 25G upgrade
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 without 25G upgrade
The latest software for the incompatible models is the latest V2.x release.
Downgrades
Downgrading from version 3.x to 2.x is not allowed for the following products due to the hardware configuration:
  • MPI2-25 with serial number starting at S010564
  • MPX2-25 with serial number starting at S010386
  • All MPS/MPD products
New features since V3.1.1
  • Persistent NMOS Receiver with user configurable target input. (Refer to the v3.3.2 User Manual for details)

Release Notes – V3.3.2

Installation Instructions

Firmware P00010070K 02 September 2022

PRISM Series Firmware Release – V3.3.1

Upgrades
The following 25G products are compatible with this release:
  • MPI and MPX that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-25 and MPX2-25
  • MPS-100/200/300
  • MPD-100/200/300
NOTE: V3.3.1 is not compatible with:
  • MPI and MPX without 25G upgrade
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 without 25G upgrade
The latest software for the incompatible models is the latest V2.x release.
Downgrades
Downgrading from version 3.x to 2.x is not allowed for the following products due to the hardware configuration:
  • MPI2-25 with serial number starting at S010564
  • MPX2-25 with serial number starting at S010386
  • All MPS/MPD products
New features since V3.1.1
  • New ST 2110 formats:
    • 1280x720, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
    • 1920x1080, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
    • 2048x1080, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
    • 3840x2160, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
    • 4096x2160, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
  • New SDI formats:
    • 1280x720, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
    • 1920x1080, 23.98/24/29.97/30p, RGB 4:4:4, 12bit
    • 2048x1080, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
    • 2048x1080, 23.98/24/29.97/30p, RGB 4:4:4, 12bit
    • 3840x2160, 23.98/24/29.97/30p, RGB 4:4:4, 12bit
    • 4096x2160, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/47.95/48/50/59.94/60p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
    • 4096x2160, 23.98/24/29.97/30p, RGB 4:4:4, 12bit
  • New ST 2110 IP Generator formats:
    • 1280x720, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
    • 1920x1080, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
    • 2048x1080, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
    • 3840x2160, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
    • 4096x2160, 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60p, YCbCr 4:2:2, 10bit
  • ST 2110-20 fast input switching to improve switching times between IP programs
  • AV Delay Measurement for SDI, ST 2022-6 and ST 2110-20/30/31
  • Dolby E/ED2 Guard Band measurement against house black burst signal
  • Dolby ED2 meta data decoding
  • User configurable Audio Test and Program Peak Level setting
  • Audio channel labeling for 7.1.4
  • Picture Safe Area and AFD graticules
  • Colorized traces in Parade mode for Waveform and Stop displays
  • Floating Time Code overlay
  • Additional format support for ST 2110-21

Release Notes – V3.3.1

Installation Instructions

Firmware P00010070J 25 July 2022

PRISM Series Firmware Release – V3.1.1

Upgrades
The following 25G products are compatible with this release:
  • MPI and MPX that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 that have been upgraded to 25G
  • MPI2-25 and MPX2-25
  • MPS-100/200/300
  • MPD-100/200/300
NOTE: V3.1.1 is not compatible with:
  • MPI and MPX without 25G upgrade
  • MPI2-10 and MPX2-10 without 25G upgrade
The latest software version for the incompatible models is V2.3.1.
Downgrades
Downgrading from version 3.x to 2.x is not allowed for the following products due to the hardware configuration:
  • MPI2-25 with serial number starting at S010564
  • MPX2-25 with serial number starting at S010386
  • All MPS/MPD products
New features since V3.0
  • Multi SDI Input Mode
    • Up to four 4K 6/12G SDI inputs can be simultaneously monitored with picture and trace applications (waveform, stop, vector, CIE).
  • NMOS IS-04 v1.3
    • IS-04 v1.2 or v1.3 can be selected
  • GPI Preset Recall
    • Up to 6 presets can be recalled through GPIO connector.
  • SDI Loop-through
    • SDI 1 and SDI 2 input signal can be output from SDI 3 and SDI 4 respectively.
  • Headless remote operation using VNC for MPX2 mode
    • Remote 8 tile operation using VNC in 8 tile mode is supported without the need for an external monitor or monitor emulator attached.
    • Note: MPI2 and MPS models still require an external monitor or monitor emulator for remote operation using VNC in 8 tile mode.
New features since V2.3.1 and V2.4 (In addition to the new features from V3.0)
  • MPS/MPD model support
  • 8 trace Tile/Dual Display including eight 4K trace tiles
    • 8 trace tiles display is supported with dual display configuration.
    • Trace applications with 4K signals could be assigned to any tile.
  • ARIB Closed Caption decode
    • ARIB TR-B24 standard is supported to decode.
    • HD/SD/Mobile captions can be simultaneously decoded.
  • AES Status Display for SDI
    • AES/EBU header information in SDI embedded audio can be displayed.
  • YCbCr 4:2:2 1080p 23/24/25/29/30 over 2110-20
    • Slow frame 422 formats over ST 2110-20 are added.
  • PTP time display on Status Bar
    • User selectable either PTP or RTC.

Release Notes – V3.1.1

Installation Instructions

Firmware P00010070G 26 January 2022