Evs XT2 Version 11.02 - July 2013 Configuration Manual User Manual

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Page 1 - Configuration Manual

Configuration ManualVersion 11.02 - July 2013

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

Page 3 - User Manuals on EVS Website

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

Page 4 - Table of Contents

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

Page 5 - 3. MULTICAM CONFIGURATION 44

Rules for Controller AssignmentMain Rules for XT2 serverOn an XT2 server, the following main rules are applicable:• In a Multicam LSM base configurati

Page 6 - GLOSSARY 210

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

Page 7 - What's New?

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

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

Page 9 - 1. Introduction

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

Page 10 - Easy Audio Configuration

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

Page 11 - Documented User Interfaces

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

Page 12 - 1.3. Starting the EVS Server

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

Page 13 - Procedure

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

Page 14 - 2. Multicam Setup

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

Page 15 - 2. Multicam Setup 7

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

Page 16 - Description of the Areas

Number of TracksWarningA change to this parameter requires an application reboot (ALT+Q from theoperational windows) to be taken into account.Descript

Page 17 - General Navigability

Audio Monitoring: Mon #1 - Mon #4Description Specifies the source of the audio signal that will be sent toeach of the four audio monitoring connectors

Page 18 - In the Web-Based Interface

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

Page 19 - 2.2. Configuration Lines

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

Page 20 - How to Edit a Configuration

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

Page 21 - Invalid Configuration

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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110 3. Multicam ConfigurationEVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013

Page 23 - 2. Multicam Setup 15

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

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

Page 25 - 2. Multicam Setup 17

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

Page 26 - 18 2. Multicam Setup

Audio Digital OutputsThe default mapping to audio digital output connectors differ depending on the number oftracks (mono channels) defined.8 Audio Tr

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OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4Mono9 None None None NoneMono10 None None None NoneMono11 None None None NoneMono12 None None None NoneMono13 None None None No

Page 28 - Configuration Lines

Modifying the Audio Routing or TypeIntroductionAudio routing settings can be modified in the Advanced Audio Settings pages (p.3-6) ofthe Channels tab:

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Modifying the Audio Gain and Mute SettingsIntroductionFrom the Advanced Audio Settings pages (3-6) of the Channels tab, you can not onlymodify the def

Page 30 - 2.3. Server Parameters

Command description Command keyIncreasing by 6dB the audio level of the selected audiochannelCTRL+ARROW UPLowering by 6dB the audio level of the selec

Page 31 - Protection

If the sample rate converter is activated and the audio configuration is a mix betweenPCM audio over AES and Dolby E over AES, the sample rate convert

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UserDescription Timecode type stored in the second timecode jump table (UserTC table).Values In SD:• LTC• VITCIn HD:• LTC• HANC LTC• HANC VITCPrimary

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The following screenshot shows the Timecode Insertion settings in SD on page 9 of theChannels tab in the server-based application:The screenshot below

Page 34 - How to Set the LAN PC

UserBitsDescription Enables/disables the insertion of the user bits in the HD output.The values specified for the HAnc LTC and HAnc VITC fieldshave to

Page 35 - Supported Formats

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

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

Page 37 - Requested Raid Configuration

The maximum number of bytes saved per field (frame for 720p) is 2014. One savedSMPTE 334M packet is composed of user data word (UDW) plus 7 configurat

Page 38 - Current Raid Configuration

SD OUT EncodingDescription Enables/disables the encoding of the SMPTE334M datapresent on the HD output on the SD downconverted output oneach play chan

Page 39 - 2.4. Licenses and Maintenance

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

Page 40 - 32 2. Multicam Setup

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

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SpeedDescription Enables the selection of the SDTI option and the bandwidth forthe network.On the XT2 server, there is one pair of SDTI connectors:XNe

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

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

Page 44 - 2.5. Server Maintenance

Default Gateway (Port 1/Port 2)Description IP address of the router on the Gigabit Ethernet network thatserves as an access point to external networks

Page 45 - 2.5.3. Hardware Check

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

Page 46 - Disk Errors and Disconnection

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

Page 47 - Retrieving Logs

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

Page 48 - Rebuild Process

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

Page 49 - 2.5.4. Clearing Video Disks

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

Page 50 - How to Export a Keyword File

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

Page 51 - 2.5.7. Exporting Log Files

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

Page 52 - 3. Multicam Configuration

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

Page 53 - 3. Multicam Configuration 45

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

Page 54 - Server-Based Application

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

Page 55 - Display Mode

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 –

Page 56 - User Interfaces

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

Page 57 - Configuration Window

The following screenshot presents the Multicam Setup window in the web-basedinterface:CONFIGURATION MANUAL XT2 Server 11.022. Multicam Setup 7

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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

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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

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

Page 61 - Editing Commands

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

Page 62

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

Page 63 - 3.2. Supported Configurations

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

Page 64 - Channel Assignment

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

Page 65 - XT2 4U Servers

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

Page 66 - XT2 6U Servers

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

Page 67 - Example: 4REC + 2PLAY

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

Page 68 - Configurations

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

Page 69 - 3.2.4. SLSM Configurations

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

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

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

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

Page 73 - 3. Multicam Configuration 65

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

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

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

Page 76 - 68 3. Multicam Configuration

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

Page 77 - 3.3. Server Tab

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

Page 78 - Video and Reference Settings

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

Page 79 - Resolution

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

Page 80 - Sync PC Time to TC

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

Page 81 - Codec Availability

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

Page 82 - Codec-Related Information

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

Page 83 - 3. Multicam Configuration 75

Setting Name BasicOperationalSetupPlaylist loop X XPlaylist auto fill X XFade to/from color X XLoad playlist X XMiscellaneous SettingsSetting Name Bas

Page 84 - (59.94 Hz)

Setting Name BasicOperationalSetupFast jog X XPGM Speed/Var max X XLever engage mode X XSecond lever range X XRecall clip toggle X XRecord key X XPoin

Page 85 - 3. Multicam Configuration 77

Special Effects SettingsSetting Name BasicOperationalSetupSpecial Effects settings P6 12.XPain/target transition X XSet colour for X XColour X XCustom

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The following screenshot presents page 1 of the Network tab in the server-basedapplication, where the OSD settings are available, and highlights the O

Page 87 - SD (Standard Definition)

3.9.3. Audio Meters OSD SettingsUser InterfaceThe Audio Meters OSD settings allow users to specify whether and how the audio metersare to be displayed

Page 88 - HD to SD SDI / SD SDI to HD

StyleDescription Specifies the style of the audio metersValues Light Bars , Glowing Boxes , Dark Boxes , Light Boxes , DarkBarsDefault value Light Bar

Page 89 - 3.3.4. Interpolation Settings

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

Page 90 - 3.3.5. PC LAN Settings

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

Page 91 - Default Gateway

Automake clip for CAM A/B/C/D/EAvailability This parameter is only displayed in Multicam LSM, Replay-Only LSM and configurations.Introduction When cre

Page 92 - 3.4. Channels Tab

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

Page 93 - 3. Multicam Configuration 85

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

Page 94 - 3.4.2. Channels

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

Page 95 - 3. Multicam Configuration 87

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

Page 96 - Base Config

Timeline Receive pageDescription Specifies on which page(s) the clips automatically created intimeline mode as part of the timeline editing process ar

Page 97 - SLSM Rec

AvailabilityThe Playlist settings are only available if the license code 111 or 112 is valid. Someplaylist settings are tied to the code 112, and will

Page 98 - Port Settings

Audio effect durationAvailability This setting is only available if the license code 112 is valid.This setting is only available if the Audio locked t

Page 99 - Channels and Control Settings

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

Page 100 - Main ctrl (Main Controller)

Swap audio tracksAvailability This setting is only available if the license code 112 is valid.Description Defines whether the audio tracks to swap are

Page 101 - 3. Multicam Configuration 93

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

Page 102 - Main Rules for XT2 server

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

Page 103 - Standalone Protocol

3.9.6. Timeline SettingsUser InterfaceThese fields are available in the following interfaces:• in the Multicam Configuration window, Operation tab, in

Page 104

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

Page 105

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

Page 106 - Parallel mode - Play Channels

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

Page 107 - Parallel mode - REC Channels

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

Page 108 - Recorder Settings

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

Page 109 - Rec Auto Start

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

Page 110 - 3.4.3. Audio

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

Page 111 - Audio Connectors

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

Page 113 - Introduction

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.

Page 114 - General Principles

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

Page 115 - Audio Input Settings

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

Page 116 - Example 4

Effect duration for takeDescription Defines the duration of the transition when using the TAKE keyto chain 2 sequences in PGM+PRV mode.Values Range of

Page 117 - Audio Output Settings

Lever engage modeDescription Specifies how the playback speed varies depending on theposition of the lever.Values The following values are possible:•

Page 118 - 110 3. Multicam Configuration

Recall clip toggleDescription Enables/disables the selection of the camera of a clip throughthe Function keys: Pressing several times the F_ key brows

Page 119

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

Page 120 - Audio Embedded Outputs

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

Page 121 - Audio Digital Outputs

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

Page 122 - Audio Analog

3.9.12. Cam Mapping SettingsUser InterfaceThe Cam Mapping settings allow specifying the settings related to the mapping ofnetwork cameras to unused ca

Page 123 - Individual Editing Actions

• Cam C and Cam D can be mapped to network cameras using respectively the Cam Cand Cam D parameters.Cam MappingDescription Enables or disables the cam

Page 124 - Commands

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

Page 125 - Dolby Audio Management

Remote Panel AssignmentIn setups where several LSM Remote Panels and a hypermotion camera are defined, theassignment of the various PGMs and hypermoti

Page 126 - Timecode Settings

3.9.14. Hypermotion Controller SettingsUser InterfaceThe Hypermotion controller settings allow specifying the settings related to the control ofa hype

Page 127 - Timecode Insertion Settings

RecorderDescription Selects the record channel to which the A/V material from thehypermotion camera will be sent.Values CAM A to CAM DDefault Values T

Page 128 - HD OUT (in HD)

IPAddressAvailability This setting is only available if the Port setting is set to LanPC.Description Specifies the IP address of the PC LA N.Values x

Page 129 - SD OUT (in HD and SD)

The following screenshot presents page 6 of the Operation tab in the server-basedapplication:Paint/target transitionAvailability This setting is avail

Page 130 - SMPTE Package Settings

ColourAvailability This setting, and the three related custom settings below, areavailable with a valid license code 113.Description Defines the defau

Page 131 - Custom 1/2

Split screen trackingAvailability This setting is available with a valid license code 113 and acompatible base configuration.Description Enables or di

Page 132 - SD OUT Encoding

External offsideDescription Activates or deactivates the control of Epsio application fromthe remote when the Offside line parameter is set to Yes.Val

Page 133 - 3.5. Network Tab

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

Page 134 - 3.5.2. SDTI Settings

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

Page 135 - Net Number

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

Page 136 - 3.5.3. Gigabit Settings

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Page 137 - Subnet Mask (Port 1/Port 2)

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

Page 138 - 130 3. Multicam Configuration

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

Page 139 - 3.6. Monitoring Tab

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

Page 140 - 3.6.2. Multiviewer Settings

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

Page 141 - Available Layouts

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

Page 142 - Aspect ratio - Videos

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

Page 143 - 3.6.3. OSD Settings

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

Page 144 - Clip name

CopyrightEVS Broadcast Equipment S.A.– Copyright © 2002-2013. All rights reserved.DisclaimerThe information in this manual is furnished for informatio

Page 145 - Char OUT J4

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

Page 146 - RECHD->SD Low latency

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

Page 147 - 3.7. Protocol Tab

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

Page 148 - 140 3. Multicam Configuration

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

Page 149

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

Page 150 - 3.7.3. Clip Identifiers

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

Page 151 - 3.7.4. Sony BVW Settings

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

Page 152 - 3.7.5. EditRec

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

Page 153 - Edit Rec 1/2 Setting

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

Page 154 - Default PL

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

Page 155 - Audio Settings for Edit Rec

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

Page 156 - Serial Sony VITC

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

Page 157 - User TC of created clips

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

Page 158 - Channel Settings for Edit Rec

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

Page 159 - OSD Settings for Edit Rec

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

Page 160 - 3.7.6. RS422VarID Settings

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

Page 161 - 3. Multicam Configuration 153

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

Page 162 - Uniqueness

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

Page 163 - VDCP Visibility

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

Page 164 - 3.8. GPI Tab

Rebuild ProcessIntroductionThe XT2 server is capable of performing a rebuild process of the RAID. This process canhappen either while the Multicam app

Page 165 - 3.8.2. GPI Settings

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

Page 166 - GPIs IN - Channel/Device

2.5.6. Importing and Exporting Keyword Files 412.5.7. Exporting Log Files 433. MULTICAM CONFIGURATION 443.1. Overview on User Interfaces 443.1.1. Intr

Page 167 - GPIs IN - Delay

How to Import a Keyword FileTo import a keyword file, proceed as follows:1. Save the keyword file you want to import on a USB key, and plug it into th

Page 168 - GPIs OUT - Pulse duration

2.5.7. Exporting Log FilesWhen the EVS support team requests the log files to investigate an issue, you can exportthe log files to a plugged-in USB ke

Page 169 - 3.8.3. Tally Settings

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

Page 170 - Clips guardbands

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

Page 171 - 3.9. Operation Tab

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

Page 172 - Playlist Settings

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

Page 173 - Controller Settings

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

Page 174 - 166 3. Multicam Configuration

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

Page 175 - 3.9.2. OSD Settings

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

Page 176 - Background

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

Page 177 - DB Adjust

3.8. GPI Tab 1563.8.1. Overview 1563.8.2. GPI Settings 1573.8.3. Tally Settings 1613.9. Operation Tab 1633.9.1. Overview 1633.9.2. OSD Settings 1673.9

Page 178 - Thickness

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

Page 179 - 3.9.4. Clips Settings

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

Page 180 - Guardbands

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

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3.2. Supported Configurations3.2.1. General Information on SupportedConfigurationsOverview on Supported Configuration TypesAn XT2 server, equipped wit

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

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3.2.2. SD/HD Base ConfigurationsIntroductionThe tables below show the available SD/HD configurations with an XT2 4U server andXT2 6U server, and how t

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

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

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3.2.3. General Information on SupermotionConfigurationsConceptsThe Supermotion cameras are two- to three-phase cameras, that record the incomingfeeds

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3.2.4. SLSM ConfigurationsIntroductionSLSM PrinciplesThis section details the available multi-phase SLSM configurations on XT2 servers.In SLSM configu

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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

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Example: 1xSLSM 2PH + 2PLAYThe BNC connectors to be used as record and play channels in an SLSM configurationwith 1xSLSM 2PH + 2 PLAY need to be cable

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IN6/OUT1 IN5/OUT2 IN4/OUT3 IN3/OUT4 IN2/OUT5 IN1/OUT6#RECSLSM2x#REC #PLAYPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.Link

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Example: 2xSLSM 2PH + 1 REC + 1 PLAY MIXThe BNC connectors to be used as record and play channels in an SLSM configurationwith 2xSLSM 2PH + 1REC + 1PL

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Example: 1xSLSM 3PH + 2REC + 1PLAYThe BNC connectors to be used as record and play channels in an SLSM configurationwith 1xSLSM 3PH + 2REC + 1PLAY nee

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3.2.5. General Principles on 3D ConfigurationsIntroductionThe 3D and 1080p configurations can be used on an XT2 server, using the followingconnection

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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

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Example: 3D/1080p Dual Link 2REC + 1PLAYThe BNC connectors to be used as recorder and play channels in a 3D or 1080p Dual Linkconfiguration 2REC + 1PL

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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

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

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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

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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

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Codec AvailabilityCodec Availability Depending on License CodesThe following table presents the codec availability for an XT2 server depending on thel

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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

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Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 1080i/1080p(50 Hz)Codec HD MJPEG EVSHD MJPEGStandardHD MPEG2 IntraDVCPro HD(only 1080i)Bitrate(Mbps)20-360 2

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Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 1080i/1080p(59.94 Hz)Codec HD MJPEG EVSHD MJPEGStandardHD MPEG2 IntraDVCPro HD(only 1080i)Bitrate(Mbps)20-36

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Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 720p (50 Hz)CodecHD MJPEGEVSHDMJPEGStandardHD MPEG2 IntraDVCProHDBitrate(Mbps)20-360 20-360 20-360 100Defaul

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Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 720p(59.94 Hz)CodecHD MJPEGEVSHDMJPEGStandardHD MPEG2 IntraDVCProHDBitrate(Mbps)20-360 20-360 20-360 100Defa

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

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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

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3.3.4. Interpolation SettingsUser InterfaceThe Interpolation settings are available on the Server tab in the server-based applicationand web-based int

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

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

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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

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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

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

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

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

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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

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SLSM RecAvailability This parameter is available with the license code 110.Description Activates the slow motion recording, and allows defining thetyp

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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

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RS422 #1 - #6Description Specifies what type of device/controller is connected to eachRS422 port of the EVS server.Values The following values can be

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