Evs XS Version 11.02 - July 2013 Configuration Manual Bedienungsanleitung

Configuration ManualVersion 11.02 - July 2013

• a configuration section for each configuration line. It is presented in seven tabs whicheasily give access to all configuration parameters:Simple Us

Remote IPDP AVSP VDCP Sony EditRec Odetics DD35OdeticsF&KVDCPF&KLinXMain Controller1 PGM 22 PGM> 2 PGM1 PGM+ 1 REC11 REC> 1 RECSeveral P

Remote IPDP AVSP VDCP Sony EditRec Odetics DD35OdeticsF&KVDCPF&KLinX> 2 PGM1 REC 1> 1 REC1 PGM+ 1 RECSeveral PGM+ 1 RECSeveral PGM+ Seve

Exclusive mode - REC ChannelsThe following table shows the supported protocol combinations in exclusive mode onrecord channels.Secondary >Primary v

Parallel mode - REC ChannelsThe following table shows the supported protocol combinations in parallel mode on recordchannels.Secondary >Primary vRe

Recorder SettingsUser InterfaceThe Recorder settings allow specifying configuration settings associated to the recordchannels.These fields are availab

Clip CapacityDescription Recording mode on the record channels.Values The following values are available: Global / Per channel• Global:In this mode, t

IN1 XX% LoopWarningA change to this parameter requires an application reboot (ALT+Q from theoperational windows) to be taken into account.Description

Supported Modes1 PGM ModeIn a single PGM mode, users working in a Spotbox configuration with IPDirector no longerneed to use two channels in PGM/PRV m

The following screenshot highlights the Mix on One Channel settings, defined on page 7 ofthe Channels tab in the server-based application:Mix on one c

The following screenshot shows Audio settings and Audio Monitoring settings, defined onpage 2 of the Channels tab in the server-based application:Audi

Configuration Available from Server, Web and RemotePanelYou can configure the EVS server using one of the three available tools:• The server-based app

Audio Full ScaleDescription Maximum audio level for the analog outputs on the server (indB).It allows indirectly defining the head room, as the audio

Overview on Advanced Audio SettingsIntroductionThe Advanced Audio settings are defined from the Channels tab, pages 3 to 6 of theMulticam Configuratio

General PrinciplesThe advanced audio settings are presented on each page as a table:In the table, the information is organized as follows:• The rows c

Audio Input SettingsIntroductionThe advanced audio input settings allow users to specify the following elements:• Which type of audio source should be

Example 2The allocation of the source audio mono channels shown above means that:• The embedded audio source of the 1stmono channel of the record chan

Audio Output SettingsIntroductionThe audio output settings for audio allow users to do the following:• Map the audio mono channels of the material sto

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ExampleIn the screenshot below, the audio mono channels defined on the A/V material on the EVSserver are allocated to the play channels in the followi

Audio (Embedded) InputsBy default, the audio embedded mono channels from the source material are mapped asshown in the table below onto the A/V materi

Audio Embedded OutputsBy default, the audio mono channels from the A/V material stored on the EVS server aremapped to the embedded mono channels on th

Configuration Manual StructureThe Server Configuration manual is organized in two sections:• A section dedicated to the Multicam Setup window that mai

The table shows the maximum number of players, and the audio configuration with 8tracks (mono channels):OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 OUT 5 OUT 6Mono1 D 01

Audio AnalogBy default, the audio mono channels of the A/V material stored on the EVS server are sentto the analog audio output connectors of the play

Collective Editing ActionsYou can apply the following editing actions to all audio channels of a page using thefollowing shortcuts, when available on

The audio gain can be adjusted by steps of 0.75dB, 3dB or 6dB, in the range from-77.25dB to +23.25dB of the current audio level.The following screensh

Dolby Audio ManagementConcepts• Dolby Digital or Dolby 5.1 or AC-3, is an audio coding system containing up to 6discrete channels of sound, with 5 cha

The Dolby E transitions will be correct as long as:• the configuration is correct• the AES stream containing Dolby E is correctly synchronized with th

LTCDescription Longitudinal timecode (timecode defined on or plugged into theEVS server) automatically stored in the first timecode jumptable (LTC tab

Timecode Insertion SettingsUser InterfaceThe Timecode Insertion settings allow the management of VITC or ANC timecodeschannel by channel.These fields

In LoopD-VITCThe D-VITC (Digital Vertical Interval Timecode) and userbits are always written on themonitoring SD outputs of the record codec and are t

SD OUT (in HD and SD)D-VITCDescription Enables/disables the insertion of the embedded timecode (D-VITC) in the SD output.Values The values specified f

1.4. Accessing the Web-Based InterfacePrerequisiteWhen the EVS server is started, you can access the web-based interface of the MulticamSetup applicat

CleanVBIDescription Specifies whether the VBI (Vertical Blanking Interface)information needs to be cleaned on the output.The VITC being recorded in th

Supported PacketsThe supported ancillary data packets shall comply with the SMPTE standards 334M,291M (type 2 ANC packet).Up to now, SMPTE 334M data p

Customizing the Decoding of SMPTE DataUpon request, it is possible to customize the decoding of the SMPTE 334M data.If you wish to keep uncompressed 8

3.5. Network Tab3.5.1. OverviewNetwork TabThe Network tab consists of two pages in the basic and/or advanced mode in the server-based application. The

3.5.2. SDTI SettingsIntroductionThe SDTI settings allow specifying the settings related to the SDTI network. This networkallows the content between EV

SpeedDescription Enables the selection of the SDTI option and the bandwidth forthe network.On the XS server, there is one pair of SDTI connectors: XNe

TypeDescription Defines the privileges of the EVS server on the SDTI network.Values The following values are possible:• Client: It cannot access the c

WarningChanges to the Gigabit settings require an application reboot (ALT+Q from theoperational windows) to be applied.User InterfaceThe Gigabit IP Co

Subnet Mask (Port 1/Port 2)Description Range of logical addresses within the address space assignedto the Gigabit Ethernet connection.The IP addresses

3.6. Monitoring Tab3.6.1. OverviewMonitoring TabThe Monitoring tab consists of one page in basic mode (there are no advancedparameters) in the server-

2. Multicam Setup2.1. Overview of User Interfaces2.1.1. Overview of the Setup AreasGeneral DescriptionThe Multicam Setup window is the window that ope

Setting Name Basic & Advanced Technical SetupOUT B J3 X XAspect ratio X XSD Edge Enh. X XREC HD->SD Low latency X X3.6.2. Multiviewer SettingsU

LayoutDescription Specifies how the sources are displayed on the Multiviewerscreen.Values • 4 (2+2)• 6 (4+2)• 6 (3+3)• 8 (3+3+2) (not useful on all se

Display 1 to 8Description Specifies the source linked to the corresponding display in theselected layout. You can select play channels (PGM), recordch

DB15 outputDescription Specifies the DB15 output.Values • RGB• YUV• CVBS (in this format, the connected Multiviewer should befull HD and support the c

Genlock ErrorDescription Enables or disables the Genlock information display on theoutput monitor.If the Genlock reference is not correct, the !GkV me

3.6.4. Downconverted Outputs SettingsUser InterfaceThe Downconverted outputs settings allow specifying the settings related to thedownconverted output

Char OUT J1Description Specifies the monitoring output type generated on the J1connector.Value • CVBSOUTBJ3Description Specifies the output type gen

3.7. Protocol Tab3.7.1. OverviewProtocol TabThe Protocol tab consists of 3 pages in the basic mode and 4 pages in the advanced modein the server-based

Setting Name Basic AdvancedTechnicalSetupOSD Settings P2 / P3 P2 / P3 T5.XOSD on Output X X XDisplay sel – X XTC H-Pos – X XTC V-Pos – X XName H-Pos –

3.7.2. RS422 Protocols SettingsUser InterfaceThe RS422 Protocols settings allow specifying the settings related to the clipidentification used to acce

The following screenshot presents the Multicam Setup window in the web-basedinterface:CONFIGURATION MANUAL XS Server 11.022. Multicam Setup 7

3.7.3. Clip IdentifiersLSM IDThe LSM ID is a clip identifier based on the EVS video server structure.The LSM ID is made up of 3 digits and 1 letter, f

3.7.4. Sony BVW SettingsUser InterfaceThe Sony BVW settings allow specifying the settings that will be used with the SonyBVW75 protocol.These fields a

Use guardbandDescription Makes the OUT guardband available to the protocol.Values • Yes, meaning that the protocol has access to the IN andOUT guardba

Overview on Edit Rec SettingsThe Edit Rec settings allow specifying the settings that will be used by the Edit Recfeature.The Edit Rec settings are av

Playlist Settings for Edit RecUser InterfaceThe Playlist settings allow specifying the "OSD Settings for Edit Rec" on page151playlist that w

Audio Settings for Edit RecUser InterfaceThe Audio settings allow specifying the settings related to the fading applied at the clipboundaries.The foll

Time Code Settings for Edit RecUser InterfaceThe Time Code settings allow specifying the timecode (TC) types used in variouscommunication protocols.Th

Insert TC in SDI (1 or 2 fields)Description Activates or deactivates the timecode insertion in the VITC inSD or in the HANC in HD when the playlist is

Channel Settings for Edit RecUser InterfaceThe Channel settings allow specifying the settings related to the channel behavior instop mode.The followin

OSD Settings for Edit RecUser InterfaceThe OSD settings allow specifying the settings related to the OSD and information to bedisplayed on the monitor

Description of the AreasThe table below describes the various parts of Multicam Setup window:# Name of area Description1. Title bar The title bar disp

TCH-PosDescription Defines the horizontal position of the TC on the screen.Values 0 to 9Default value 4Name H-PosDescription Defines the horizontal p

The following screenshot shows the RS422VarID and the VDCP visibility settings areas,available in the Protocol tab, in advanced mode:VarID Definition

VarID Configuration FileThe VarID parameters are defined in a configuration file. This file, named varid.ini, islocated in the C:\LSMCE\DATA directory

FormatDescription Specifies whether the VarID has an ASCII or binary format.Values • ASCII• BinaryDefault value ASCIIVDCP VisibilityDescription Specif

3.8. GPI Tab3.8.1. OverviewGPI TabThe GPI tab consists of one page in basic mode (there are no advanced parameters) in theserver-based application. Th

3.8.2. GPI SettingsUser InterfaceThe GPI Settings allow specifying the settings related to the GPI inputs and outputsfeatures.These fields are availab

• DD35: Play, Pause, Recue, Previous, Next, Skip.• Odetics: Play, Pause, Recue, Next.• VDCP: Play, Pause, Recue, Previous, Next, Skip.NoteFor all prot

GPIs IN - FunctionDescription Specifies the function associated to the GPIinput line.According the configured protocol some or all of the functionsde

GPIs OUT - FunctionDescription Specifies the function that activates the output line.Values The following functions can be triggered by a GPI OUT:• Re

3.8.3. Tally SettingsIntroductionThe Tally settings allow specifying the settings related to the tally feature. This featureallows the user to automat

# Name of area Description5. Task bar The Task bar (Server-based application) displayscommands for the main actions in the window.See section "Na

The tally function is now active, and works as follows:When the server receives a ‘Mark tally’ GPI IN, an IN point is marked on thecorresponding recor

3.9. Operation Tab3.9.1. OverviewOperation TabThe Operation tab consists of six pages in the basic mode in the server-based application.No advanced mo

Clips SettingsSetting Name BasicOperationalSetupClips settings P1 to P2 2.xAutomake clip for cam A/B/C/D P1 XMake clips rem. trains P1 XGuardbands P1

Miscellaneous SettingsSetting Name BasicOperationalSetupProtection settings P3 5.1Protect pages X XClip edit by network X XConfirm delete clips/playli

Setting Name BasicOperationalSetupPGM/PRV mode X XInternal loop mode X XGrab X XBrowse button X XDefault XFile X X3.9.2. OSD SettingsUser InterfaceThe

Keyword infoDescription Shows / hides the defined keywords and ranking on the OSD ofthe output monitors when the clip is loaded on its Short INpoint.A

Audio metersDescription Shows/hides the audio meters on the OSD.Values Yes / NoDefault value YesDB AdjustDescription Adjusts the value of the displaye

3.9.4. Clips SettingsUser InterfaceThe Clips settings relate to various aspects of the clip management: clip definition,storage location, metadata, an

Automake clip for CAM A/B/C/D/EAvailability This parameter is only displayed in XSense configurations.Introduction When creating clips, the clip corre

Default clip durationDescription Specifies the duration of clips created with only one referencepoint (IN or OUT point).Values Disable, or from 00s01f

Configuration LinesIn the Configuration Lines area, a configuration line is highlighted when it is selected.The main commands for configuration line m

Clip post-rollDescription When the post-roll function is enabled from the secondary clipmenu, the clip will play through its OUT point for the duratio

Record trains OUTsDescription Specifies whether Multicam will freeze or play through when itreaches an OUT point marked on the record train that is be

Freeze on cue pointsDescription Specifies whether Multicam will freeze or not when it reachesa cue point marked on the record train that is being play

3.9.5. Playlist SettingsUser InterfaceThe Playlist settings relate to various aspects of playlist management and effects.These fields are available in

Video effect durationDescription Sets the duration of video transition effect. The specified valueis used as default value in the Playlist Edit mode.N

Confirm Ins/Del clipsDescription Specifies whether a confirmation will be required each time theoperator wants to add a clip to the playlist or remove

Fade to/from colorDescription Specifies the color that is used in the transition effects ‘fade tocolor’, ‘fade from color’ and ‘fade to/from color’ (V

The following screenshot presents page 3 of the Operation tab in the server-basedapplication, where the Protection settings are available, and highlig

Clip edit by networkAvailability This setting is only available if the license code 117 is valid.Description Allows users to edit clips on the whole S

3.9.7. Keywords SettingsUser InterfaceThe Keywords settings allow the management of keywords on the EVS server.These fields are available in the follo

Tools MenuTo call a Tools command, simply click on the command in the Tools menu. This will openthe corresponding window.2.2. Configuration Lines2.2.1

Keyword filesDescription Specifies the keywords file that can be used to assignkeywords to clips or to search the clips database.Values The following

3.9.8. Push SettingsUser InterfaceThe Push settings relate to the management of the Push function on the EVS server. ThePush function allows users to

Push TargetDescription Specifies which EVS servers will be listed as possible targetsfor push actions when the user selects:• the default Target 1 and

Push ModeDescription Specifies how the clips should be sent using the PUSHfunction, that is to say with or without the original guardbands.Values The

3.9.9. Audio SettingsUser InterfaceThese fields are available in the following interfaces:• in the Multicam Configuration window, Operation tab, in th

Lipsync value (ms)Description Specifies the delay (in ms) between video and audio signals:• A positive value means video is ahead of audio.• A negativ

3.9.10. EVS Controller SettingsIntroductionThe EVS Controller settings gather:◦ Settings related to the behavior of the keys, lever or jog of the Remo

Fast jogDescription Sets the increment of the jump when the Remote Panel is usedin Fast Jog mode.Values The values from 1 to 20 times are possible.Def

Record keyDescription Changes the function of the RECORD key on the RemotePanel, as described below.Values The following values are possible:• Start R

VGA & Remote syncDescription Specifies whether and how the current clips machine, page andbank of VGA screens and Remote Panel must besynchronized

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In the Web-Based InterfaceTo start a configuration in the web-based interface, click the Launch icon next to theconfiguration line you want to launch.

PGM/PRV modeDescription Allows the user to select the PGM/PRV mode on the LCDdisplay as a function accessible from the A button on theRemote Panel’s m

Grab imageAvailability This setting is only available if the license code 117 is valid.Description Enables / disables an image grab when the MARKkey

GlossaryGGPIAbbreviation for General Purpose Interface. This refers to a device used as ancommunication interface with the EVS server. It has digital

OOperational Setup menuMenu accessible on the Remote Panel using the SHIFT+D keys form the main menu. Itallows users to define operational parameters.

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In the Server-Based ApplicationTo edit a configuration line in the server-based application, proceed as follows:1. Press the UP ARROW or DOWN ARROW ke

2.2.4. Renaming Configuration LinesIntroductionWhen the EVS server is delivered, default names are assigned to the configuration lines.You can change

2.2.5. Exporting and Importing ConfigurationLinesHow to Export Configuration LinesNoteThe screenshots in this section features configuration names whi

3. If requested, change the selection of configuration lines selected for export on the leftpane:◦ By default, a cross is displayed in front of all co

2. Click Export next to the configuration line you want to export.3. In the File Download dialog box, click Save.4. Select the location where you will

3. On the left pane, use the UP ARROWor DOWN ARROW key to highlight the folderthat contains the configuration file you want to import.When the folder

In the Web-Based InterfaceNoteIn the web-based interface, it is only possible to import configuration lines oneby one.To import configuration lines on

2.2.6. Changing the Position of ConfigurationLinesIn the Server-Based ApplicationTo move a configuration line up in the list in the server-based appli

In the Web-Based InterfaceThe feature to copy and paste configuration lines is not available as such in the web-based interface.You can however use th

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2.3. Server Parameters2.3.1. Chapter ContentsThe table below presents the topics of this section and shows whether the describedfeatures are available

In the Server-Based ApplicationTo assign a server facility name in the server-based application, proceed as follows:1. In the Multicam Setup window, p

The password protection has the following impact on the various user interfaces:• The password is required to apply changes to configuration parameter

Deactivating the Password on the EVS ServerOnce the password protection is active, it can only be deactivated from the server-basedapplication as foll

SettingsThe MTPC board connection settings are described in the table below:Setting DescriptionIP Address Specifies the IP address to connect to the p

Supported FormatsThe supported date format is DD-MM-YYYY, as shown in the example below:• 15-03-2011 for March 15, 2011The supported time format is hh

2.3.6. Setting the Default Output To VGA/VideoIntroductionBetween the PC boot and the I/O boot, the video driver is loaded. The Default Output toVGA/V

Overview on the Raid Configuration WindowThe Raid Configuration window is available from the Multicam Setup window, whenpressing R to call the Raid Co

Field DescriptionThe following table describes the fields editable in the Requested Configuration area in theRaid Configuration window. The fields are

2.4. Licenses and Maintenance2.4.1. Overview on Options Codes ManagementIntroductionTo run a software application and/or specific software options, no

Table of ContentsTABLE OF CONTENTS IIWHAT'S NEW? V1. INTRODUCTION 11.1. Introduction to the Configuration of EVS Servers 11.2. Introduction to th

2.4.2. Options Codes Management WindowIn the Server-Based ApplicationThe window features three areas which contain the information mentioned below:Are

In the Web-Based InterfaceThe window features two areas which contain the information mentioned below:Area DescriptionCentral area All codes available

2.4.3. Entering and Removing License CodesIntroductionWhen you request new license codes to activate one or more features, you can receivethe license

In the Web-Based InterfaceTo enter a new license code delivered via a COD file, proceed as follows:1. Copy the .COD file onto a drive available from y

How to Remove a License CodeYou can remove a license code from the server-based application. Proceed as follows:1. Press the UPARROW and DOWNARROW k

2.5.3. Hardware CheckOverview on the Hardware CheckPurposeDuring the hardware check, the following actions are performed:• Retrieving and checking rel

Disk Errors and DisconnectionDisconnectionWhen one disk of the video raid array has sustained errors, Multicam automaticallydisconnects that disk and

RestartingIf Multicam is restarted without the RAID being rebuilt, a message similar to the followingone, and adapted to the disk type, is displayed d

Rebuild ProcessIntroductionThe XS server is capable of performing a rebuild process of the RAID. This process canhappen either while the Multicam appl

2.5.4. Clearing Video DisksIntroductionThis function is used to delete media from the RAID disk array. This will permanentlydelete the video and audio

2.5.6. Exporting Log Files 423. MULTICAM CONFIGURATION 443.1. Overview on User Interfaces 443.1.1. Introduction 443.1.2. Overview of the Multicam Conf

3. If several keyword files are stored on the USB key, press SPACEBAR until therequested file is selected on the left field.4. Press ENTER to import t

After the export action, a message box asks you whether you want to delete the logs onthe EVS server. If you answer 'Yes', the content of th

3. Multicam Configuration3.1. Overview on User Interfaces3.1.1. IntroductionPreliminary RemarksConfiguration as Initial StepPrior to using Multicam, t

The following table provides an overview on the features available in each user interface:Configuration WindowTechnical Settings Operational SettingsS

Concurrent Modifications in the Remote Panel and theServer-Based ApplicationWhen a parameter is modified with the Remote Panel, and that parameter is

Accessing the Multicam Configuration WindowIn the Server-Based ApplicationTo access the Multicam Configuration window from the Multicam Setup window w

User InterfacesServer-Based User InterfaceThe following screenshot presents the 1sttab, and 1stpage of the Multicam Configurationwindow in the server-

3.1.3. Navigating and Editing in the MulticamConfiguration WindowIn the Server-Based ApplicationNavigation CommandsThe following table presents the co

Editing CommandsThe following table presents the commands to edit the configuration settings in theMulticam Configuration window when the field has be

Command description Command keyActivating the Advanced display modeComing back to the Basic display modeApplying changesCanceling changesIn Server- an

3.8.3. Tally Settings 1613.9. Operation Tab 1633.9.1. Overview 1633.9.2. OSD Settings 1663.9.3. Audio Meters OSD Settings 1673.9.4. Clips Settings 169

The Technical Setup menu is divided in sections and subsections, named by Tx.y wherex is the section number, and y the subsection number.In all sectio

Navigation CommandsThe following table presents the commands to navigate in the Setup menus of the RemotePanel:Command description Command keyMoving t

3.1.6. Required Application RebootIntroductionModifications to some parameters will only be applied after rebooting the application.When you change on

3.2. Supported Configurations3.2.1. General Information on SupportedConfigurationsOverview on Supported Configuration TypesAn XS server, equipped with

Channel AssignmentThe following general principles apply to all configurations, and are valid for all EVSservers equipped with V3X or COHX boards:• Th

• The secondary links of the V3X boards correspond to the middle connectors of acodec module:◦ J5 for IN connectors◦ J3 for OUT connectors3.2.2. SD/HD

IN4/OUT1 IN3/OUT2 IN2/OUT3 IN1/OUT4#REC #PLAYPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.Link0 1 PLAY1 MIX11 1 PLAY1 MIX1 REC12 1

IN6/OUT1 IN5/OUT2 IN4/OUT3 IN3/OUT4 IN2/OUT5 IN1/OUT6#REC#PLAYPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPri

3.2.3. General Principles on 3D and 1080pConfigurationsIntroductionThe 3D and 1080p configurations can be used on an XS server, using one of the follo

3.2.4. 3D/1080p Standard ConfigurationsAssignment PrinciplesThe following rules on connector assignments on the rear panel apply to 3D or 1080pconfigu

What's New?This manual has not been subject to changes associated to new features in release 11.02.Further to the new EVS branding, the look and

#REC #PLAYIN4/OUT1 IN3/OUT2 IN2/OUT3 IN1/OUT4Prim. Link Sec. Link Prim. Link Sec. Link Prim. Link Sec. Link Prim. Link Sec. Link2 2 PLAY1A PLAY1B PLAY

Example: 3D/1080p Dual Link 1REC + 1PLAYThe BNC connectors to be used as recorder and play channels in a 3D or 1080p Dual Linkconfiguration 1REC + 1PL

#REC #PLAYIN6/OUT1 IN5/OUT2 IN4/OUT3 IN3/OUT4 IN2/OUT5 IN1/OUT6Prim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPr

Example: 3D/1080p Dual Link 3REC + 1PLAYThe BNC connectors to be used as recorder and play channels in a 3D or 1080p Dual Linkconfiguration 3REC + 1PL

3.3. Server Tab3.3.1. OverviewServer TabThe Server tab consists of a single page in the basic or advanced mode in the server-based application. It cov

Setting Name Basic AdvancedTechnicalSetupSubnet Mask X XDefault Gateway X X3.3.2. Video Codecs and ReferenceVideo and Reference SettingsIntroductionTh

ResolutionDescription Vertical resolution used (number of white-to-black and black-to-white transitions that can be seen from the top to the bottom of

Horizontal Res. (HD)Description Number of white-to-black and black-to-white transitions thatcan be seen from the left to the right of the picture (pix

Codec AvailabilityCodec Availability Depending on License CodesThe following table presents the codec availability for an XS server depending on theli

Codec-Related InformationBitrates and Recorded Lines in SD 525iCodec Type SD MJPEG Standard SD IMX (D10) DVCPro 50Bitrate 20-100 Mbps 30; 40; 50 Mbps

Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 1080i/1080p(50 Hz)CodecHD MJPEGEVSHD MJPEGStandardHD MPEG2IntraAVCIntra 100DVCPro HD(only 1080i)Bitrate(Mbps

Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 1080i/1080p(59.94 Hz)CodecHD MJPEGEVSHD MJPEGStandardHD MPEG2IntraAVCIntra 100DVCPro HD(only 1080i)Bitrate(M

Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 720p (50 Hz)CodecHD MJPEGEVSHDMJPEGStandardHD MPEG2IntraAVC Intra100DVCProHDBitrate(Mbps)20-360 20-360 20-36

Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 720p(59.94 Hz)CodecHD MJPEGEVSHDMJPEGStandardHD MPEG2IntraAVC Intra100DVCProHDBitrate(Mbps)20-360 20-360 20-

WarningSome video formats allowed on an XS server create clips that are notcompatible with previous hardware revisions. When an incompatible format is

HD to SD SDI / SD SDI to HDDescription Allows adjusting the secondary phase of the mainframe, that isto say the relative phase of the:• HD SDI outputs

3.3.4. Interpolation SettingsUser InterfaceThe Interpolation settings are available on the Server tab in the server-based application(2ndpage) and web

Vertical Interp. (Vertical Interpolation)Description Enables or disables the two-line interpolation process.Values • No (default)• YesFour LinesDescri

IP AddressDescription IP address to connect to the port #1 of the MTPC board on theserver.Values The IP addresses 0.0.0.0 and 255.255.255.255 are nota

3.4. Channels Tab3.4.1. OverviewChannels TabThe Channels tab consists of maximum nine pages in the advanced mode in the server-based application, and

1. Introduction1.1. Introduction to the Configuration ofEVS ServersConfiguration ModuleThe Multicam Setup application is used for configuration and ma

Setting Name Basic AdvancedTechnicalSetupAudio settings P2 P2 T2.XAudio connectors X X XNumber of tracks X X XAudio full scale X XAncillary mode X XSa

Setting Name Basic AdvancedTechnicalSetupTimecode insertion settings — P9 —IN Loop settings XSD OUT settings XHD OUT settings X3.4.2. ChannelsBase Set

InputsDescription Number of logical record channels in the given configuration.The partition of the disk storage between these channels, andthe advanc

Base Config.Description Mode the EVS server is working in.The base configurations available depend on the server type,and on the valid license codes.V

3G/DualDescription Defines the interface the EVS server will use with the 3D or1080p standards:• The Dual Link interface consists of a pair of HD-SDI

The following screenshot highlights the Port settings, defined on page 1 of the Channelstab in the server-based application:RS422 #1 - #6Description S

Channels and Control SettingsUser InterfaceThe Channel and Control settings mainly allow specifying which controllers (main andpossibly secondary) hav

Main ctrl (Main Controller)Description Name of the main device/controller allowed to control the givenplay or record channel.Values For a controller t

OSDDescription Specifies which device (main or secondary controller) willmanage the OSD display characters in parallel mode.Values Two values are poss

Protocol-Specific Assignment RulesStandalone ProtocolThe table shows whether or not the given protocol, used as a standalone (as maincontroller, witho