EVS XT-3 Manual de usuario

Technical Reference HardwareVersion 11.01 - January 2013Production & Playout Server

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6.5. MTPC Board6.5.1. IntroductionThe function of the PC board is mainly the control of the video hardware and the interfaceof the peripheral equipmen

6.5.2. A3/A6 BoardXT3 Server- Version 11.01- Hardware Technical Reference Manual6. Boards Description 91

MultiviewerThe multiviewer board is an option on XT3 servers.Connectors FunctionIN The J2 connectors from the CODEC modules of the COHX board areconne

In standard configuration only Remote one (on RS422 port 1) is allowed to reset thesystem.WarningThis jumper should be removed if the device connecte

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1. Overview1.1. PresentationWelcome in the EVS range of products and thank you for using an EVS XT3 server. Wewill do our best to satisfy your video p

XT3 servers can also be controlled by EVS applications:Live Slow Motion (LSM): for sports production, including replays, highlights editing, andanalys

2. Safety and Compliance2.1. SafetyThis equipment has been designed and tested to meet the requirements of the following:• EN 60950 (European): Safety

Standard Area TitleEN 61000-4-7 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part 4(Limits), Section 7; harmonics and interharmonicsmeasureme

2.4. FCCMarkingThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digitaldevice, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

3. Hardware Specifications3.1. Mechanical Dimensions and Weights3.1.1. Rack Mount 4U Main FrameWeight4U - 19 inches chassis with 6 HDD on RCTL board 3

Right viewTop view3.1.2. Rack Mount 6U Main FrameWeightDisk Configuration Weight6U - 19 inches chassis with 6 HDD on RCTL board (fix mounted) 35 kg /

DimensionsThe following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the XT3 server with a6U chassis.Front viewLeft viewRight view8 3. Hardware

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3.1.3. SAS-HDX UnitThe following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the SAS-HDX externalarray.For more information on the SAS-HDX, ref

3.1.4. Control DevicesThe following control devices can optionally be connected to your server to control it.LSM Remote Control PanelWeight: 2.9 kg /

KeyboardWeight: 0.4 kg / 0.9 lb.TabletWeight: 0.3 kg / 0.66 lb. (Ref: Wacom® CTF-430 Bamboo One)3.2. Power SupplyRedundant Power SupplyThe server is f

Electrical SpecificationsRated voltage: 115 to 240 VAC (single phase)Rated frequency: 47-63 HzInput connector: CEE 22/IEC 320 3-pin male receptacleCon

4. Software Specifications4.1. Video SpecificationsVideo StandardsThe following table lists the video specifications both in SD and in HD format for y

SMPTE StandardsThe following table lists the SMPTE standards supported by your server.Configuration SMPTE standardSD SDI ST 259:2008 (525i 59.94Hz; 6

4.2. Audio SpecificationsAudio Analog and Digital Configurations4U ServerThe following optional audio configurations are available:• Configuration BNC

Additional Audio Specifications• 4 additional analog balanced output channels for monitoring• All audio connectors on mainframeThe 4U servers provide:

4.3. Video Codecs and Bitrates4.3.1. Supported CodecsCodecs and Related License CodesThe XT3 server uses an intra-frame video encoding technique. It s

Content Transfer Encoding and File HeaderIt is possible to perform the encoding process in 8-bit or 10-bit and to write a 10-bit file onselected codec

CopyrightEVS Broadcast Equipment S.A.– Copyright © 2011-2013. All rights reserved.DisclaimerThe information in this manual is furnished for informatio

4.3.2. Maximum bitratesThese maximum values are valid for XT3 servers running Multicam version 11.00 or11.01. They guarantee a smooth play and a brows

If O and E represent respectively the odd and even fields of a standard video signal(50/60Hz), we have:The original video signal:◦ O E O E O E O E O

interpolation. Even if the operator chooses to use the interpolation, this process will beautomatically disabled when not necessary (100% playback for

4.4.3. Choice of BitrateHow to Read the Following Tables?1. Video Bitrate: value set by the user in the advanced parameters window of the XT3server2.

Avid DNxHD® & Apple ProRes 422 at 50Hz (“PAL”)CodecVideoBitrateFields/BlockActualBandwidthMax. RTChannelsXF2 Storage Capacity(in hours and minute

Avid DNxHD® & Apple ProRes 422 at 59.94Hz (“NTSC”)CodecVideoBitrateFields/BlockActualBandwidthMax. RTChannelsXF2 Storage Capacity(in hours and mi

4.4.4. XF2 TransfersXF2 bandwidth for backup is 50MB/s and 32MB/s for restore.Therefore, it can support in backup mode:• 4.0 real time transfers wit

RestoreMaximum transfer speeds through the Gigabit ports of the XT3 server:• 6 simultaneous real time transfers with Avid DNxHD® 85Mbps• 4x faster t

4.5. Recording CapacitiesDisk StorageThe disk storage, on SAS disks, can be as follows, with a total of up to 84 disks:• internal storage only: 6 or 1

Recording Capacity in Hours for 5 Disks (4+1) RAID Configuration –50Hz#Disks#Extarr-ay(4+1)#RAID-S#Spar-es30Mb-ps40Mb-ps50Mb-ps100Mb-ps110Mb-ps120Mb-p

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Recording Capacity in Hours for 6 Disk (5+1) RAID Configuration –50Hz#Disk-s#Extarra-y(5+1)#RAID-S#Spar-es30Mb-ps40Mb-ps50Mb-ps100Mb-ps110Mb-ps120Mb-p

Recording Capacity in Hours for 5 Disk (4+1) RAID Configuration –59.94Hz#Disk-s#Extarra-y(4+1)#RAID-S#Spar-es30Mb-ps40Mb-ps50Mb-ps100Mb-ps110Mb-ps145M

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5. Hardware Installation and Cabling5.1. Rack Installation5.1.1. UnpackingUpon receipt of the equipment examine packing for obvious signs of damage. I

5.2. Rear Panel Description5.2.1. Rear Panel ConfigurationsThe XT3 server comes in a variety of configurations and rear panel variants:• 6U rack with

Video and CodecsThe codecs modules allow connections for recording and playback of video material.Each connector on a codec module is connected to the

The following analog and digital audio connectors layouts are available according to yourconfiguration:Config Layout Description- • Digital audio:16B

Controls and CommunicationsThis rear panel part presents some or all of the following connectors according to yourconfiguration:• The Ref Video connec

Table of ContentsTABLE OF CONTENTS IIIWHAT'S NEW? VII1. OVERVIEW 11.1. Presentation 11.2. Proxy Server 22. SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE 32.1. Safety 32.

Controls and CommunicationsThis rear panel part presents some or all of the following connectors according to yourconfiguration:• The PC LAN connector

5.2.3. 4U Rear Panel LayoutRear Panel AreasThe following drawing represents an example of a 4U rear panel available on an XT3server.The various areas

Video and CodecsThe codecs modules allow connections for recording and playback of video material.Each connector on a codec module is connected to the

Analog AudioThe analog audio inputs and outputs are available on multi-pin (DA-15) connectors foraudio signal inputs and outputs in analog format.See

Controls and CommunicationsThis rear panel part presents some or all of the following connectors according to yourconfiguration:• The Ref Video connec

Power SuppliesThe server power supply is made of two hot-swappable units. Both of these units areconnected to allow automatic power switching to the s

5.4.2. Digital Audio DA-15 PinoutThe digital audio DA-15 connector is illustrated hereunder (connector installed on the rearpanel and viewed from outs

5.4.3. Analog Audio DA-15 PinoutThe analog audio DA-15 connector is illustrated hereunder (connector installed on the rearpanel and viewed from outsid

5.4.4. Monitoring Audio DA-15 PinoutThe monitoring audio DA-15 connector is illustrated hereunder (connector installed on therear panel and viewed fro

5.5. RS422 Connections5.5.1. RS422 Connector PinoutThe RS422 connectors are used to connect a remote control (from EVS or third party) toyour server.T

4.5. Recording Capacities 285. HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CABLING 355.1. Rack Installation 355.1.1. Unpacking 355.1.2. Ventilation and Rack Mounting 35

To ensure the failover, the backup links between IPDirector workstations and the XT3servers need to be physically wired to a second RS422 port, as sho

5.6. XNet Network5.6.1. IntroductionThe XNet2 network is composed by several EVS video servers all connected with a 75-Ohm coaxial cable (BNC).The exc

Connection Diagram Without EVS XHub SDTI HubExample of XNet2 network without hub:52 5. Hardware Installation and CablingEVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. -

Connection Diagram With EVS XHub SDTI HubExample of XNet2 network with a SDTI hub:5.6.3. Required Conditions to Set up and Run XNet1. All systems on t

6. A different network number must be specified for each EVS video server that youwant to connect to the network. If the same network number is assign

5.6.4. Starting XNet1. When all above conditions are fulfilled, turn on the “Server” EVS video server and startthe Multicam application.2. Turn on all

5.7. Gigabit Network5.7.1. Functional OverviewThe Gigabit connection makes it possible to transfer video and audio material from yourXT3 server to ext

5.7.2. Backup of ClipsOverviewThe following schema shows how the backup of clips is performed with the Gigabitconnection and XTAccess:Workflow1. An ex

5.7.3. Restore of ClipsOverviewOnly clips having one of the following formats can be restored: EVS MXF, MXF OP-1A, orQuick Time (depending on the vide

Workflow (Restore via Folder Scan)1. Based on the parameters defined in XTAccess, this application scans specific folderson external backup or archivi

6.2.5. CODConnectivity in SLSM 2Ph Single Link 3G-SDI 796.2.6. Channel Assignment 816.3. Audio Codec Board 836.4. Raid Controller Boards 846.4.1. H3X

ComparisonThe models HP Procurve 2510G-24, Cisco Catalyst 2960S-24TS and 2960S-48TS can beused for small setups where no inter-VLAN routing is needed.

The following table gives the list of available uplink modules for the Cisco Catalystswitches of the WS-C3750X series:Product Number DescriptionC3KX-N

5.8. GPIOConnections5.8.1. GPIO Connector Pin-OutThe following table lists the GPIO connector pin-out:1 Relay Out 4 14 Relay Out 42 Relay Out 3 15 Re

Opto isolated Inputs (GP In 1, 2, 3, 4)Pin-OutSpecifications• The input consists in an opto diode (VF @ 1.1 Volt) in series with a 470 ohm resistor.•

TTL Inputs (GP In 5, 6, 7, 8)Relay Inputs Pin-OutThe relay must be connected between the ground and the corresponding TTL input on theDB-25.TTL Inputs

5.8.3. GP Out ConnectionsRelay Isolated Outputs (GP Out 1, 2, 3, 4)Pin-OutThe user can define the functions, types and settings associated to the GPI

Specifications• each pin can be individually configured as an output or an input• internal 4K7 pull up to +5V• low level Vi<1.5 Volt (U12=74HC

6. Boards Description6.1. Boards and Slots ConfigurationThe XT3 server is equipped with several boards that are all developed by EVS.According to your

6.2. V3X Video and Reference Boards6.2.1. DescriptionThe V3X board is divided in 3 parts: a base board identified as V3X base (rear section andcenter

Block DiagramThe block diagram of the V3X board is illustrated hereunder with the connectors, jumpersand LEDs location:XT3 Server- Version 11.01- Ha

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Base Board JumpersThe following table lists the V3X base board jumpers and their respective function:Jumper FunctionST1, ST2 These 2 jumpers must be i

V3X COD Modules LEDsThe following table lists the LEDs available on then V3X COD modules (from left to right):LED Color Status FunctionCPU Green Blink

Connector AssignmentsConnector SD mode HD modeConnectorlabelJ1 J5 is factory-wired to the backplane instead of J1.You can connect J1 instead of J5 if

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6.2.3. CODConnectivity in 3D and 1080p Dual LinkThis section describes the connector assignments and layout for the video standards HD3D and 1080p in

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6.2.4. CODConnectivity in 3D and 1080p SingleLink 3G-SDIThis section describes the connector assignments and layout for the video standards HD3D and

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6.2.5. CODConnectivity in SLSM 2Ph Single Link3G-SDIThis section describes the connector assignments and layout for the SLSM 2-phasecameras in Single

What's New?The changes linked to new features in Version 11.01 are listed in the table below.In the Hardware Technical Reference Manual, the icon

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6.2.6. Channel Assignment6 Channels ServerUpper Codec (SLOT 4)Middle Codec (SLOT 3)Lower Codec (SLOT 2)4 Channels ServerUpper Codec (SLOT 3)XT3 Server

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6.3. Audio Codec BoardThe audio codec board is the audio interface between the V3X boards and the H3X board.Video codec and audio codec boards are tie

6.4. Raid Controller Boards6.4.1. H3X BoardThe H3X raid controller board is divided in 4 parts (2 in front, 2 in the back).• Front left: GBE (GigE) mo

LEDs FunctionThe available LEDs on the XNet2CTL controller module are, from left to right:LED Color Status FunctionLED 1 Green On Ok.Red On An error o

6.4.2. RCTL Board on SAS Disk ArrayDisk Arrays on systems with H3X boards have a controller on the disk array board.Different configurations can be us

6.4.3. External RAID Array SAS-HDXThe SAS-HDX is a 2U external disk storage containing up to 24 hot-swappable SASdisks, with a minimum of 5 disks. Ext

LEDs on the External ArrayFor each disk, a blue LED and a red LED are present.StatusFunctionBlueLedRed LedOff On (steady) Defect drive – must be repla

Disk Insertion and RemovalTo insert or remove a disk from an external array, carefully follow these steps:XT3 Server- Version 11.01- Hardware Techni