Evs XSnano Version 11.02 - July 2012 Configuration Man Bedienungsanleitung

Configuration ManuaLVersion 11.02 - July 2012

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

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

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

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

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

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

The table shows the maximum number of players, and the audio configuration with 8tracks (mono channels):OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4Mono1 D 01 D 09 None No

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

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

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

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

The following screenshot shows the Net Name field on page 1 of the Network tab in theserver-based application in advanced mode when no SDTI network is

User InterfaceThe Gigabit IP Configuration settings are available:• in the Multicam Configuration window, Network tab, in the basic and advanceddispla

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

3.6.2. OSD SettingsUser InterfaceThe OSD settings allow specifying the settings related to the OSD and information to bedisplayed on the monitoring sc

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

Disk ErrorDescription Enables or disables the disk error information display on theoutput monitor.As the server is equipped with a RAID disk array, th

Char OUT J4Description Specifies the monitoring output type generated on the J4connector.Values • SD• HDDefault value System dependentChar OUT J1Descr

RECHD->SD Low latencyDescription Prevents the downconverted output of the record channelsfrom being delayed. This parameter is only useful on a Hi

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

3.7.2. 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

WarningThe Sony BVW settings are only available if the license code 118, required towork with the Sony protocol, is valid.The following screenshot pre

List Remote CAMDescription Allows access to the CAM recorders of the remote serverspecified in the XNet field.Values • Yes, meaning that the recorders

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 This f

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

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

• Odetics: Play, Pause, Recue, Next.• VDCP: Play, Pause, Recue, Previous, Next, Skip.NoteFor all protocols, use the channel assignment (PGM1 to PGM4)

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

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 XGuardbands P1 XDefault clip duration P1 X

Miscellaneous SettingsSetting Name BasicOperationalSetupProtection settings P3 5.1Protect pages X XConfirm delete clips/playlists X XPush settings P3

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

3.9.2. OSD SettingsUser InterfaceThe OSD settings allow users to specify which and how the information will be displayedon the OSD.These fields are av

OSD on inputsDescription Enables / disables the OSD on the record channels.Values Yes (default) / NoBackgroundDescription Applies a dark gray backgrou

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/DAvailability This parameter is only displayed in XSense configurations.Introduction When creating clips, the clip corresp

Autoname clipsDescription If this function is enabled, the value of the selected field willautomatically be used to name the clip upon creation.Values

Mark cue pointDescription Specifies how the cue point timecode will be memorized.Values Two values are possible for this parameter:• Live:Memorizes cu

Default copy/moveDescription Specifies whether the copy operations should be executedpreferably using the SDTI or the Gigabit network.Values The value

Playlist Receive pageIntroduction This setting is linked to the copy function that allows users toautomatically create a local copy of all network cli

The following screenshot presents page 2 of the Operation tab in the server-basedapplication, where the Playlist settings are available, and highlight

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

Default playlist speedDescription Defines the default speed used to play clips in a playlist.Values The following values are possible Unknown, and fro

Playlist auto fillDescription Specifies which camera angles will be added to the playlistswhen using the Fill Playlist (F9) function from the main men

3.9.6. Protection SettingsUser InterfaceThe Protection settings aim at protecting clips stored on the EVS server from deletion.These fields are availa

Confirm delete clips/playlistsDescription Enables a confirmation request when users delete clips,playlists or in both situations.Values The following

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

Push Target 1 / 2Description Specifies to which machine(s) on the network the clips mustautomatically be sent when the operator uses the PUSHfunction

3.9.8. 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

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

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

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

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

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

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

SServer-Based Multicam Setup applicationServer-Based application used to set up and configure the EVS servers. The short form is'Server-Based app

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

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

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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.

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

How to Enter License Codes from a COD FileIn the Server-Based ApplicationTo enter a new license code delivered via a COD file, proceed in one of the f

Next to the line corresponding to the activated codes, the license type and the expirationdate (if any) are displayed.In the Web-Based InterfaceTo ent

2.5.2. Rebooting the EVS ServerTo reboot the EVS server is not running in a given configuration, press B from theMulticam Setup window, then RIGHT ARR

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 XSnano server is capable of performing a rebuild process of the RAID. This processcan happen either while the Multicam

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

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

3. MULTICAM CONFIGURATION 413.1. Overview on User Interfaces 413.1.1. Introduction 413.1.2. Overview of the Multicam Configuration Window 433.1.3. Nav

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

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

3.9.4. Clips Settings 1453.9.5. Playlist Settings 1503.9.6. Protection Settings 1543.9.7. Push Settings 1553.9.8. Audio Settings 1583.9.9. EVS Control

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

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

• The play channels (OUT connectors) are always assigned from the left to the right.Rear panels in 2013Rear panels before 201354 3. Multicam Configura

The following principles apply to EVS servers equipped with V3X boards:• The primary links of the V3X boards mentioned in the tables of this section c

• The secondary links of the V3X boards correspond to the middle connectors of acodec module:◦ J5 for IN connectors (only IN 1B to 3B on old rear pane

Available ConfigurationsIN4/OUT1 IN3/OUT2 IN2/OUT3 IN1/OUT4#REC #PLAYPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.Link1 0 REC12 0 R

Example: 3REC + 1PLAYThe BNC connectors to be used as record and play channels in a 3REC 1PLAY standardconfiguration need to be cabled as shown below:

3.2.3. General Principles on 3D ConfigurationsIntroductionThe 3D configurations can be used on an XSnano server, using the following connectioninterfa

Available ConfigurationsThe tables below show the available 3D configurations with standard cameras on anXSnano server. They show the link assignment

Example: 3D Dual Link 2REC + 2PLAYThe BNC connectors to be used as recorder and play channels in a 3D Dual Linkconfiguration 2REC + 2PLAY need to be c

What's New?In the XSnanoConfiguration manual, the icon has been added on the left marginto highlight information on new and updated features.New

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 XSnano server depending on t

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(50 Hz)CodecHD MJPEGEVSHD MJPEGStandardHD MPEG2IntraAVCIntra 100DVCPro HDBitrate(Mbps)20-360 20-360 20-

Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 1080i(59.94 Hz)CodecHD MJPEGEVSHD MJPEGStandardHD MPEG2IntraAVCIntra 100DVCPro HDBitrate(Mbps)20-360 20-360

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-

3.3.3. Phase Definition SettingsUser InterfaceThe Phase Definition settings are available on the Server tab in the server-basedapplication and web-bas

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 applicationand web-based int

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

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 AdvancedTechnicalSetupSD OUT settings XHD OUT settings X3.4.2. ChannelsBase SettingsUser InterfaceThe base settings allow defining

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

3DAvailability The parameter is only available with V3X boards if a 3D optionhas been subscribed to (license code 23 for 3D Dual Link).Description Act

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

The following screenshot highlights the Port settings, defined on page 1 of the Channelstab in the server-based application:RS422 #1 - #4Description S

The following screenshot highlights the Channel and Control settings, defined on page 1of the Channels tab in the server-based application:NameDescrip

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

Rules for Controller AssignmentMain Rules for XSnano serverOn an XSnano server, the following main rules are applicable:• In an XSense base configurat

Remote VDCP Sony Odetics DD35OdeticsF&KVDCPF&K1 PGM2 PGM2> 2 PGM1 REC 1> 1 REC1 PGM+ 1 RECSeveral PGM+ 1 RECSeveral PGM+ Several REC1. E

Remote VDCP Sony Odetics DD35OdeticsF&KVDCPF&K> 2 PGM1 PGM+ 1 REC11 RECSeveral PGM+ 1 REC1Several PGM+ SeveralREC11. The recorder cannot be

Secondary >Primary vRemote VDCP Sony Odetics DD35OdeticsF&KVDCPF&KRemote-VDCP-Sony-Odetics-DD35-Odetics F&K-VDCP F&K-Exclusive mode

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