Evs XEDIO Manager Version 4.35 - August 2013 User Manu User Manual

USER MANUALXedio ManagerVersion 4.35 - August 2013

New process to manage user accounts• User roles must be defined and assigned to each user account.See section "User Role Manager" on page 12

Max Result Set Size Field to define the maximum number of items which will bedisplayed in the result list after a search filter has beenapplied (0 = n

PlayXTTrain When selected: allows server train to be viewed in a player.Stills When selected: allows import of image (stills files).Stills Keys When s

Max Date Interval Field to define the maximum date interval, in days, whichcan be used when a search filter is applied on a dateparameter (0 = no limi

CefiltermgrAllow Change MediaPropertiesWhen selected: allows the user to change the mediaproperties in Media Manager.Max Date Interval Field to define

Allow Export to Target When selected, allows to export the storyboard to apredefined target.Allow Text Insertion Allows to insert text.Output All Ster

9.2.14. How to Modify a Name Format StringTo modify a name format string, proceed as follows:1. In the Parameters area, double-click the parameter in

4. To add an information type specified in the Available Items list, click the arrow nextto the field and select the item in the drop-down list, for e

9.2.15. How to Define New Default Audio ChannelAssignmentTo define a new default audio channels assignment, proceed as follows:1. Right-click the Vari

As many blocks as audio channels selected are displayed in the window.4. Right-click an audio channel field.The following contextual menu appears:5. S

◦ 5.1: six audio channels are used6. Repeat the 2 last steps for the remaining channels.9.2.16. How to Change the Order of Channelsinside a TrackIf re

1. Introduction1.1. Product DescriptionAn installation of Xedio Suite can include a single workstation providing a single fast andeasy editing facilit

◦ 5.1:2. Select one of the options.Consequently, two channels will have the same name within a group. So the groupname is displayed in red.You will no

9.3. Keyboard Profiles9.3.1. IntroductionWhen you click the Keyboard Profiles button, the Softwares Keyboard Profiles windowis displayed in the Work a

9.3.3. How to Edit a Keyboard ShortcutTo edit a keyboard shortcut, proceed as follows:1. Select the application for which you want to edit the keyboar

PlayerAuto Aspect Ratio Automatically applies the default aspect ratio.Auto Clip Creates a quick clip with properties set in the profile.Drop IN Drops

Fast Forward Goes fast forward the media in player window (if focus isset to player).Fast Rewind Fast rewinds the media in player window (if focus is

Previous Frame (a) Jumps to previous framePrevious Frame (b) Jumps to previous frame (secondary shortcut)Previous Cue Point Goes to previous cue point

Forward 33% Goes forward at 33% speedForward 50% Goes forward at 50% speedForward 100% Goes forward at 100% speedForward 150% Goes forward at 150% spe

Next X Frames (b) Jumps to next x frames (x is defined in the software profile)(secondary shortcut)Play/Stop Starts/stops loaded edit in recorder wind

Roll Clip bwd Moves clip (INand OUTpoints) inside the original media.Roll Clip (Rec) Performs a Roll clip while monitoring the right (end) part ofit

TimelineAddTag Adds a tag to the timelineCall Audio Clip FXdialogCalls audio clip effects dialog boxCall Audio TransitionFX dialogCalls audio transiti

2. User Interface2.1. Overview of the Xedio ManagerWindowIllustrationThe Xedio Manager window contains the areas highlighted on the screenshot below:N

Mark OUT (b) Places OUT point to current nowline position (secondaryshortcut)MarkSelection Sets the timeline IN point to the beginning of the first cl

VoiceoverMark IN Sets a marker for the start of voice overMark OUT Sets a marker for the end of voice overPlay from IN of last VO Plays from the begi

PlayerFastFwd Goes fast forwardFastRew Fast rewindsGoto End Jumps to last pictureGoto IN Goes to IN pointGoto OUT Goes to OUT pointGoto Start Jumps to

Recorder Focus Sets the focus on recorderRecorder Full Screen Sets the recorder to full screenRedo Redoes the last actionUndo (a) Undoes the last acti

Next x Frames (b) Jumps to next x (preset) frames (secondary shortcut)Play/Stop Plays/Stops loaded media in Player window from currentpositionPlay Cli

Move Top Moves the selected line(s) to the top of the listMove Up Moves the selected line(s) up9.4. Keyboard Machines9.4.1. IntroductionThe profiles t

9.5. Video FX9.5.1. IntroductionThe Video FX tool sets the name and default parameters for the transition, clip andconversion effects.When you click t

10. Tools10.1. IntroductionFrom the Tools category, you can manage projects, clips, edits, playlists and broadcasteditems, and you can define classes.

10.2.2. Possible Actions with Contextual MenusA contextual menu is available when no class is selected and you right-click in theProgram Class Manager

The upper part of the Work area shows a list of icons. These buttons give access to thedifferent filters to be applied to the media list.The element g

Area DescriptionThe table below describes the various parts of the Xedio Manager window:Part Name Description1. Menu bar The menu bar gives access to

Clips ManagerClip Menu Item DescriptionProperties Displays the Clip Properties window and allows to change the clipproperties.Delete Clip(s) &Purg

Edit Menu Item DescriptionDeleted State Allows to change the “delete” status.Delete Edit(s) &PurgeSee section "Delete & Purge" on pa

Playlists MenuItemDescriptionDeleted State Allows to change the “delete” status.Delete Playlist(s) Allows the selected playlist(s) to be deleted.Show

10.5. Script ManagerA series of scripts is available from Xedio Manager and can be activated from the ScriptManager.When you click the Script Manager

Script DescriptionEdit_Upd_RTB_ExportEditExports an edit to a playlist file and reference it in an xml file.Edit_Upd_RTB_ToDB Renders and publishes to

11. Users11.1. IntroductionThe users authorized to access the Xedio Suite are defined in Xedio Manager, under theUsers category.Several items are avai

Contextual MenuA contextual menu is available when you right-click the Role list area. The availability ofthe options will differ whether an existing

The list of parameter profiles which have been set from Softwares > ParameterProfiles for the corresponding Xedio software is displayed. When no pa

2. Select New from the contextual menu.3. Complete the User Properties areaThe following table describes the user properties.Field DescriptionAccount

Contextual MenuA contextual menu is available when you right-click the Origin Manager window. Theavailability of the options will differ whether an ex

2.2.3. Help MenuThe Help menu provides the About… option which gives information about the system,such as version number of the different components.T

12. Media File CleanerThe Media File Cleaner is a tool that allows the user to retrieve and list the orphan files.These are files that are stored on t

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Information Item MeaningDSN Name Data Source Name, label of the currently used ODBC link.DBMS Database Management System type and version.Libraries Li

Subject PurposeMedias Manages all media and associated storage structure as referenced in thedatabase.Metadata Manages the creation of metadata profil

3. Encoders3.1. IntroductionEncoders are physical devices which allow the digitization of incoming audio/video feedsinto multiple file formats. Most o

Item DescriptionGroup Manager Allows to create groups of logical encoders that make logicalchannels visible from specific workstations.Scheduler Displ

The encoder name is added to the list on the left side of the window and "Channel 1"appears underneath. As the XEDIO I/O model is a multicha

CDM-MPEG Encoding ParametersThe available parameters for CDM[1], also called CDM-MPEG, are the following:Setting DescriptionMedia Server Media storage

Setting DescriptionAudio Numbers Number of audio channels to encode and multiplex.This is related to the audio configuration table that defines theaud

Setting DescriptionAudio Channels The audio sources can be chosen using the drop down lists in theselected groups.Preview ThumbPathPath of the thumbna

Menu Item DescriptionSet Label /DescriptionOpens a dialog box allowing to update the "Channel 1" or "Channel 2"name or to enter a

Field DescriptionLabel Give a name to the logical encoder.Logical EncoderGroupSelect the group you want to link to the logical encoders. This willdete

Menu Item DescriptionDelete LogicalEncoderDeletes the logical encoder configuration and removes it fromthe list.Exporting and Importing Encoder Proper

3.4.2. Creating a Group of Logical ChannelsTo create a group of logical encoders, complete the following fields and then click on theCreate button.The

3.4.3. Deleting a Group of EncodersTo be able to delete a group of encoders, you first need to clear the logical encoders boxesand click the Update bu

4. LinX and Direct Access4.1. IntroductionXedio “Add-On” for EVS Video Server is based on LinX protocol and XT Gateway. TheLinX Application Programmin

4.3. EVS Video Server4.3.1. IntroductionAll the EVS Video Servers you want to access through LinX protocol must be referencedin this category.The Disc

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Field/Button DescriptionFTP Interfaces (HCTX Connections)IP Address 1 FTP IP address 1 of the EVS server you want to connect to(mandatory).IP Address

4.3.3. How to Gang Recorder ChannelsYou can gang several recorder channels from an EVS video server. To do so, proceed asfollows:1. Select several rec

Field DescriptionLabel Name you want to give to the group of servers.Description Optional text to describe the group of EVS Servers.LinxAdapter IP add

5. Machines5.1. IntroductionExternal devices can be connected to the Xedio Suite. Their parameters are configuredfrom the Machines tab.Several items a

5.2. VTR ManagerA VTR can be used as a source of ingest. The VTR video output must be connected to theencoder video input.When you click the VTR Manag

You can indirectly control a switcher through the system. If the Transmit Switcher Infofield is checked, Xedio Ingest Server application transmits the

Received from the softwaredeviceDescription<ConnectOK/><ConnectFailed/>Possible answers following a “ConnectPorts”command.<ReleaseOK/&g

5.5. IPDirectorIt is possible to synchronize the Xedio database with the IPDirector database.The IPD Gateway is a Windows service used to synchronize

Field DescriptionIP Address IP address of the machine where the IPD API is installed.TCP Port TCP port og the IPD API .Login Login for the IPDirector

The XSquare Properties area shows the properties of a XSquare server selected from theXSquare Servers area.XSquare Servers configurationThe configurat

To delete one of the previous external devices, except a switcher, select it in the list, right-click and select Delete from the contextual menu.30 5.

6. Media6.1. IntroductionFrom the Media category you can define the media storage tree structure and mediaclasses, you can import and manage media fil

6.2. Media Servers6.2.1. IntroductionA Media Server is the location where all the media used within a Xedio installation will bestored.When you click

Field DescriptionDomain Name Field automatically filled when an IP address is enteredBackup IP IP address of the backup storage server, when a redunda

Menu Item DescriptionNew Media Server Adds a media server storage: displays the folders present inthe path selected for use as media server.Rename Med

2. Select the requested CDM mapped drive from the drop-down list.The encoder mapped drive has been set or changed.6.3. Class Manager6.3.1. Introductio

Menu Item DescriptionNew Root Creates a new class of media.New Child Creates a new sub-class of media.Rename Allows to rename the selected class or su

NoteThe color of some user interface elements may vary with the Xedio skininstalled.6.4.2. Importable MediaWhen you click the Media Importer button, t

Refer to the Xedio Importer user manual for a comprehensive description of the tabs andfields.6.5. RTD Manager6.5.1. IntroductionWhen you click the RT

6.6. Media Manager6.6.1. IntroductionThe Media Manager tool is designed to give an overview of the database content, to editsome media properties and

Table of ContentsTABLE OF CONTENTS IIIWHAT'S NEW? VII1. INTRODUCTION 11.1. Product Description 11.2. Opening Xedio Manager 12. USER INTERFACE 22.

• The Filter 0 tab: The element grid displays the list of all media present in the database,or it returns the result of a search applied to the list.•

1. Select a column header2. Drag it to the left or right to the required place.A vertical line shows the place where the column will be dropped.OR1. R

This is only allowed with media not already used See section "How to Define New DefaultAudio Channel Assignment" on page 97 for explanation.

Generate Low Resolution Media FilesWhen several files are selected from the list and you select the Generate LowResolution Media File option, several

A popup window is displayed and mentions the file in use. You are asked whether youwant to continue.◦ Click YES to generate only lo-res files not in u

An applied filter can be saved for later use. Such a saved filter can then be applied in oneclick.A search can also be facilitated by ordering the Ele

Search String Search Resultyell* Searches for "yell" at the beginning of a string.*low Searches for "low" at the end of a string.Y

Advanced Search Fields DisplayDisplaying Advanced Search FieldsShow/Hide Filter ButtonTo display the Advanced Search fields, click the Show/Hide Filte

Option MeaningNO criteriais metNone of the criteria selected in the Filter fields displayed under theCriteria Combination field must be met.The media

Advanced Search Fields TypesDepending on the selected search parameter, different types of advanced search fieldswill be displayed and available to en

4.2. General Configuration Parameters 184.3. EVS Video Server 194.3.1. Introduction 194.3.2. EVS Server Parameters 194.3.3. How to Gang Recorder Chann

2. This will condition the next step:◦ Search based on a specific date (e.g. with =…): a calendar will be displayed forthe selection of a date.◦ Searc

2. This will condition the next step:◦ Search based on a specific date and time (e.g. with =…): two additional fields willbe displayed, a calendar for

BooleanSuch as Published• Select Yes or No from the single criteria field.Free TextSuch as Label1. Select a condition in the first field.2. Enter free

5. Enter filter criteria as explained in section "Advanced Search Fields Types" on page49.For free text fields, press ENTER to apply the fil

How to Save FiltersTo save filters, proceed as follows:1. Define the filter or filters combination you wish to save, as explained in section "How

7. Metadata7.1. IntroductionMetadata is customer-defined data used to describe or classify A/Vmaterial.A metadata profile is made of a set of user fi

7.2. Profile Management7.2.1. Overview of the Profile ManagementWindowIllustrationThe Metadata Profiles window allows you to define user fields and to

Area DescriptionThe table below describes the various parts of the Metadata Profiles window:Part Name Description1. AvailableMetadata FieldsThis pane

Field DescriptionField Name Name you want to give to the user field.Type Six types of user fields are available. They will appear as follows inXedio C

7.2.3. Managing Metadata ProfilesCreating a Metadata ProfileHow to Create a Metadata Profile1. Complete the following fields in the Metadata Profile I

7. METADATA 557.1. Introduction 557.2. Profile Management 567.2.1. Overview of the Profile Management Window 567.2.2. Managing User Fields 577.2.3. Ma

Importing a Metadata ProfileHow to Import a Metadata ProfileTo import a metadata profile (.xml file) into Xedio, proceed as follows:1. Click the Impor

7.3. Media Profile AssociationThe Media Metadata Profile Table Association window allows you to select the profilesyou want to make available for medi

7.4. Edit Profile AssociationThe Edit Metadata Profile Table Association window allows you to select the profiles youwant to make available for edits.

8. Playouts8.1. IntroductionThe servers which will be used for payout must be defined and their parameters must beset in Xedio Manager. They will then

8.2.2. Creating and Configuring a Playout ServerTo create and configure a playout server, complete the following fields and then click onthe Create bu

8.2.4. Possible Actions with Contextual MenusA contextual menu is available when you select a playout server in the list and then right-click:MenuIte

8.3.2. Creating a Group of Playout ServersTo create a group of playout servers, complete the following fields and then click on theCreate button.The g

9. Softwares9.1. IntroductionThe parameters specific to the various applications of the Xedio Suite can be stored intodifferent profiles. These profil

9.2. Parameter Profiles9.2.1. IntroductionWhen you click the Parameter Profiles button, the Softwares Parameter Profiles windowis displayed in the Wor

9.2.2. Possible Actions with Contextual MenuA contextual menu is available when an application is selected in the ApplicationSelection area and you ri

9.3.2. Possible Actions with Contextual Menu 1019.3.3. How to Edit a Keyboard Shortcut 1029.3.4. List of Xedio CleanEdit Keyboard Keys Assignments 102

Confirmation windowto backup EVS videoserverWhen selected: displays a confirmation window before thebackup operation of an EVS video server.Default vi

XedioBroker IP address Free text field to define the IP address of Xedio Broker.XedioBroker networkportFree text field to define the port number of Xe

Automatic RestoreRestore Type Option list to select the restore type to be used forautomatic restore process.Possible values:• Full Restore: restores

VumeterBottom level ofVumeterField to define the db value of vu-meter bottom level. It isthe audio level difference (in dB) compared the 0 level (audi

CemediaimportEnable Audio TrackAssignment DialogWhen select: Enables the display of audio track assignmentdialog tab in the Setup window during an imp

SchedulerScheduler Published Default value of the Publish check box when creating arecord from the Scheduler.Possible values are: published, not publi

External Cue Point –Ranking * ColorColor used, in the media bar of the Player, to represent a logwith a ranking * assignedExternal Cue Point –Ranking

ArchiveArchive Default Priority Field to enter a value corresponding to the default archiverequest priority. This value is transmitted when the system

Base for new clip Free text field to enter the default base name for a new clip.Video standardselectionWhen selected: enables the selection of the vid

Wave When selected: Allows import of files with wave formatXDCam When selected: Allows import of files with XDCam formatXDCamEX When selected: Allows

What's New?In the user manual, the icon has been added on the left margin to highlightinformation on new and updated features.The sections update

DeviceFilterAllow CDRom When selected: Allows scanning CDRoms to find media.This parameter needs to be active for XDCAM disk access.Allow Fixed Drive

HeaderMakerTemplate Path Free text field to enter the path to HeaderMaker template.Media ListMax Result Sel Size Field to define the maximum number of

RecorderEnable DeinterlaceMenuWhen selected: enables the Deinterlacer menu (hi-resmode only).PreRoll Field to enter the Preroll time, in fields, used

Audio X Fade Pos Option list to select the audio cross fade position.Possible values: None, Before OUT, Centered, After OUT.Block Font Height Field to

Max Fast Motion Speed Field to enter the maximum allowed value in the Fast Motionspeed dialog box (in percent) if the "CanAccelerate"paramet

Blank Clear When selected: displays the Blank Clear button above thetimeline.Blank Delete When selected: displays the Blank Delete button abovethe tim

Undo Redo When selected: displays the Undo and Redo buttonsabove the timeline.Vfx When selected: displays the VFX button above the timeline.TL ColorsA

Attenuation Fade Field to enter the fade length, in fields, to reach the audiolevel set with the Attenuation DB parameter.The recommended value for vo

CefiltermgrMax Date Interval Field to define the maximum date interval, in days, whichcan be used when a search filter is applied on a dateparameter (

CefiltermgrMax Result Set Size Field to define the maximum number of items which will bedisplayed in the result list after a search filter has beenapp