Hollyland Pyro 7 Quick Guide
Foreword
Thank you for choosing the Pyro 7 wireless transceiving monitor. The product adopts the latest codec technology, as well as 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz wireless transmission technology, and is suitable for various scenarios, including promotional videos, microfilms, short videos, television commercials, and more.
Please read this Quick Guide carefully. We wish you a pleasant experience. To obtain Quick Guide information in other languages, please scan the QR code below.
(Note: The document also provides greetings and instructions in German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, and Japanese.)
Key Features
- All-in-one solution integrates transmitter, receiver, and monitor functionalities.
- In Broadcast mode, one transmitter can connect to up to four receivers for monitoring.
- Wireless transmission on 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz frequency bands.
- Minimum latency of 60ms* in an interference-free environment (1080p60).
- 1,300ft (400m)* LOS range (Connection to the monitoring app may affect the range).
- 650ft (200m)* LOS range (in Broadcast mode).
- Supports video recording.
- Loads 3D LUTs and applies them during recording or output.
- Transmitter mode supports HDMI Input and Loopout (4K30) and SDI Input and Loopout (1080p).
- Receiver mode supports HDMI Output (1080p) and SDI Output (1080p).
- Flexible power supply options, including DC (locking) and NP-F batteries (replaceable battery plate).
- Transmitter mode supports streaming via a wireless network card.
- Receiver mode supports USB Video Class (UVC).
- Supports auto frequency hopping. A clear frequency channel is automatically chosen upon power-on.
- Extended battery life when working as a monitor with Wi-Fi transmission disabled.
- Professional image analysis functions, including Luma waveform, RGB waveform, vectorscope, and histogram.
- Various monitoring assist functions, including zebra pattern, focus assist, false color, aspect mark, anamorphic de-squeeze, zoom-in, center mark, crosshatch, video recording, and image overlay.
*The related data is based on Hollyland laboratory test results.
Configuration
The Pyro 7 system includes various components. A diagram illustrates these components, numbered 1 through 15:
- 1. Pyro 7 Wireless Transceiving Monitor
- 2. Paddle Antenna (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz)
- 3. Secure Digital Memory Card (32G)
- 4. USB-C OTG Adapter
- 5. D-Tap to Locking DC Power Adapter Cable
- 6. Rotatable Cold Shoe Mount
- 7. Quick Guide & Packing List Card
- 8. Warranty Card & Compliance Information
- 9. 12V 2A DC Power Adapter
- 10. Dual Rosewood Handles
- 11. Side & Bottom Mounted Aluminum Handles
- 12. Shoulder Strap
- 13. Monitor Hood (with bracket)
- 14. V-Mount Battery Plate
- 15. G-Mount Battery Plate
The quantity of items depends on the product configuration detailed in the packing list card. Accessories marked with an asterisk (*) can be purchased from Hollyland's official website.
Product Overview
The Pyro 7 monitor features several ports and controls:
- Top: Power Switch, SMA Antenna Connector, Shortcut Buttons (F1, F2).
- Sides: 1/4 Mount Holes on both left and right sides.
- Front/Display: Display Screen, SD Card Slot.
- Bottom: Dual NP-F Battery Plate (replaceable), DC Input (locking), SDI Input, SDI Output/Loopout, HDMI Input, USB-C Port, 3.5mm Headphone Jack, HDMI Output/Loopout.
Home Page Introduction
Overview
The main interface displays various status indicators and controls:
- 1. Device Mode
- 2. Current Channel and Auto Frequency Hopping Status*
- 3. Current Group
- 4. Number of Connected Receivers
- 5. Record
- 6. Playback
- 7. Scene Mode
- 8. Broadcast Mode
- 9. Video Resolution
- 10. LUT Name
- 11. Image Analysis Functions
- 12. SD Card
- 13. Battery Level
- 14. Headphone
- 15. USB Flash Drive
- 16. Lock/Unlock Screen
- 17. Screenshot
- 18. More Functions
*When enabled, the auto frequency hopping function automatically changes channels when encountering interference. In Broadcast mode, channel changes take less than a second; otherwise, longer.
In Transmitter Mode
The interface displays:
- The number of connected receivers.
- Video resolution when a video source is present, or 'NO VIDEO' when absent.
- In Broadcast mode, indicators R1, R2, R3, or R4 correspond to the number of connected receivers.
- The USB-C icon varies based on usage state (upgrading, networking, streaming, or streaming interrupted).
In Receiver Mode
The interface displays:
- 'X' and 'NO VIDEO' at the signal strength area when disconnected.
- The device's connection sequence number and signal strength when connected.
- Video resolution when a video source is present.
Low Battery Notification
When the battery level is low, a notification showing the current voltage value is displayed, and the battery icon turns red.
Settings Interface Access
Access various settings by tapping specific areas on the screen:
- Wireless Settings: Tap the wireless information area.
- Display Settings: Tap the video resolution area.
- System Settings: Tap the external device area.
- Device Information: Tap 'Device' on the left side of any settings interface.
Note: After accessing an interface, use the tabs on the left side to navigate.
Functions Introduction
The Pyro 7 offers several image analysis and monitoring functions:
- Waveform: Displays horizontal exposure levels, highlighting overexposed and underexposed areas.
- Vectorscope: Displays color hues and saturation levels.
- Histogram: Shows proportional exposure information and overall image balance.
- Focus Assist: Highlights in-focus edges with colored lines (red, green, blue, white, or yellow) for fast focusing.
- Zebra Pattern: Displays a stripe pattern over a specific brightness range (IRE), adjustable via upper and lower IRE values.
- False Color: Assigns colors to different brightness areas for quick exposure readings.
- 3D LUTs: Allows previewing color processing results by importing LUTs via a USB flash drive.
- Zoom In: Supports 1-4x zoom-in; swipe across the screen to change the zoom area.
- Aspect Mark: Defines aspect ratio by cropping image corners (0-100 transparency). Supports ratios like 16:9, 4:3, 1:1, 1.85:1, 2.35:1, and custom ratios.
- Crosshatch: Overlays a geometric grid pattern with customizable rows/columns for nine, sixteen, or twenty-five grids.
- Anamorphic: Restores image to original aspect ratio for viewing with anamorphic lenses.
- Mirror: Mirrors an image.
- Image Overlay: Captures the current image or selects an SD card file to overlay the screen image.
- Flip: Flips an image.
- Video Recording: Records video, assigns file names, and allows applying a LUT during recording.
- Volume Column: Displays the volume level of a video.
Settings Interface Introduction
Wireless Setting
Wireless Transmission: Functional in transmitter mode. Turning it off disables Wi-Fi, extending battery life. The device cannot be paired with a receiver when wireless transmission is off; turn it back on to pair.
Device Mode: Switch between transmitter and receiver modes.
Scene Mode: HD mode offers a stable 8-12 Mbps bitrate for high-definition transmission. Smooth mode dynamically adjusts bitrate (4-10 Mbps) to balance image quality and latency.
Channel Switch: Tap a channel number to switch channels or tap 'AUTO' for auto frequency hopping.
Scan: (Receiver mode only) Tap 'Scan' to view signal strength. Yellow bars indicate the current channel, green bars indicate low-interference channels, and red bars indicate high-interference channels. Using low-interference channels is recommended. Tap a bar to switch channels.
Pairing
- Perform pairing after the device is powered on and the channel number is displayed.
- Devices in the same group pair automatically.
- Only one transmitter is allowed per group. For simultaneous use of multiple sets in the same location, assign each set to a distinct group.
Display Settings
Calibrate screen color by tapping 'Custom LUT' to access the SD card folder and select a custom calibration file.
- Brightness: Adjust screen backlight brightness from 0 to 100 (default 100).
- R (Red Gain): Adjust red gain from 50 to 100 (default 100).
- G (Green Gain): Adjust green gain from 50 to 100 (default 100).
- B (Blue Gain): Adjust blue gain from 50 to 100 (default 100).
- Reset: Resets all display settings to default values.
System Settings
- Input: The device automatically recognizes input signals. If two sources are connected, it displays the first connected source. Tap HDMI or SDI to switch input.
- Fan: Switch between 'Auto' and 'Low' fan modes (default 'Low').
- Language: Switch between Chinese and English.
- Volume: Adjust headphone output volume from 0 to 100 (default 50).
- Reset: Disables all image analysis functions.
- Shortcuts: Customize two shortcut buttons for quick access to frequently used functions.
- Volume Meter: Option to display the VU meter (disabled by default).
- Trigger: If enabled, the camera's trigger function controls device recording (enabled by default).
- Frozen Frame: If enabled, the last frame after transmission interruption becomes the final frame from the signal source.
Device Information
Displays Wi-Fi name and password (transmitter mode), serial number (SN), version information, latest firmware version (if available). Allows checking SD card memory and viewing SD card for file management.
Device Upgrade: Copy the upgrade file to a USB flash drive or SD card, insert it into the device, and confirm the upgrade. The device restarts automatically upon completion. Note: Do not power off during upgrade; use FAT32 or NTFS formatted media; ensure wireless transmission is on.
Streaming and App
Transmitter Mode Streaming Introduction
- Connect the wireless network card to the device using a USB-C OTG Adapter.
- Observe any change in the USB-C icon.
- Enter the streaming address through the Hollyview app and start streaming.
App Download and Connection
The HollyView app is available on Hollyland's official website. Android users can download it from the Google Play Store or other app stores; iOS users can download it from the App Store.
Connection: Access your mobile phone's Wi-Fi connection interface, connect to 'HLD + device ID number', and enter the password (default: 12345678). After successful connection, you can use the app to monitor.
Specifications
Parameter | Value |
---|---|
Input Port | HDMI 1.4b + 3G SDI |
Output Port | HDMI 1.4b + 3G SDI |
Antenna | RP-SMA Male*2 |
Power Input | DC Input (2.0mm core socket) |
Headphone Jack | 3.5mm |
Upgrade Port | USB-C (USB 2.0 OTG) |
Screen Size | 7" Touchscreen |
Screen Resolution | 1920 × 1200 pixels |
Pixel Density | 323 PPI |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Screen Brightness | 1200 nits |
Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 |
Power Input Voltage | 10 - 18V/2.5A DC Input (nominal 12V) |
Power Consumption | < 22W |
Net Weigh | ≈ 545g (19.2oz) (with battery plate and antennas excluded) |
Dimensions (L × W × H) | 180 × 127 × 31.8mm (7.1" x 5" x 1.25") (with battery plate and antennas excluded) |
Operating Frequency | 5.1 - 5.8 GHz; 2.412 – 2.484 GHz |
Transmit Power | ≤ 23 dBm |
Receiver Sensitivity | -80 dBm |
Display Latency | < 50ms |
Transmission Latency | ≈ 60ms (test data when 1080p60 signals are transmitted in a laboratory) |
LOS Range | 1,300ft (400m)* (Connection to monitoring app may affect range); 650ft (200m)* (in Broadcast mode) |
Bandwidth | 20 MHz; 40 MHz (in Broadcast mode) |
Audio Format | HDMI 1.4b 8-Channel |
Operating Temperature | 10°C - 45°C |
Storage Temperature | - 40°C ~ 60°C |
Video Input/Output Support:
Interface | HDMI/SDI Loopout | HDMI/SDI Output | |
---|---|---|---|
HDMI Input | 720p50/59.94/60 1080i50/59.94/60 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30 1080p50/59.94/60 3840*2160 24/30 | 720p50/59.94/60 1080i50/59.94/60 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30 1080p50/59.94/60 3840*2160 24/30 (HDMI) | 720p50/59.94/60 1080i50/59.94/60 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30 1080p50/59.94/60 1080p24/30 (HDMI) |
SDI Input | 1080p50/59.94/60 (Level A) 1080p50/59.94/60 (Level B) 1080i50/59.94/60 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30 1080psf23.98/24 1080psf25/29.97/30 720p50/59.94/60 | 1080p50/59.94/60 (Level A) 1080i50/59.94/60 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30 1080p23.98/24 1080i50/59.94/60 720p50/59.94/60 | 1080p50/59.94/60 (Level A) 1080i50/59.94/60 1080p23.98/24/25/29.97/30 1080p23.98/24 1080i50/59.94/60 720p50/59.94/60 |
*Note: Operating frequency band and wireless transmit power may vary by region. Refer to local laws and regulations for details.
Support
For assistance, contact the Hollyland Support Team via:
- Hollyland User Group
- HollylandTech (Social Media: Facebook, Instagram, YouTube)
- Email: support@hollyland.com
- Website: www.hollyland.com
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Note: This Quick Guide may be updated periodically. It is provided for use only and does not constitute warranties.
Compliance Information
CE Compliance Notice: Hollyland declares that the device complies with essential requirements and provisions of directives 2014/53/EU, 2011/65/EU, and (EU)2015/863. The original EU declaration of conformity is available at www.hollyland.com. The device may be used in all EU member states and Northern Ireland.
RF Exposure Information: The device meets EU requirements for limiting public exposure to electromagnetic fields and complies with RF specifications when used at 20 cm from the body.
(Note: Compliance information is also provided in German, French, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese.)
Safety and Recycling
Caution
RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.
Recycling
This product bears the selective sorting symbol for Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). It must be handled according to European directive 2012/19/EU for recycling or dismantling to minimize environmental impact. Users can give the product to a competent recycling organization or the retailer when purchasing new equipment.
(Note: Safety and recycling information is also provided in German, French, Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese.)
Regulatory Compliance
FCC Compliance Notice
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) no harmful interference, and (2) acceptance of any interference. Unauthorized modifications may void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Class B digital device limits, designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in residential installations. It generates, uses, and radiates radio frequency energy and may cause interference if not installed per instructions. If interference occurs, users are encouraged to try measures like reorienting the antenna, increasing separation, or connecting to a different circuit.
ISED Compliance Notice
This device contains licence-exempt transmitter(s)/receiver(s) that comply with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada's licence-exempt RSS(s). Operation is subject to two conditions: (1) no interference, and (2) acceptance of any interference. The equipment complies with ISED radiation exposure limits for uncontrolled environments. The portable device meets RF exposure requirements.
(Note: Compliance information is also provided in French. Antenna gain limits and Canadian RF exposure information are also detailed.)