Technical Reference Hardware Version 11.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 Copyright EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A.– Copyright © 2009-2013. All rights reserved. Disclaimer The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only and subject to change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this user manual is accurate, up-to-date and reliable, EVS Broadcast Equipment cannot be held responsible for inaccuracies or errors that may appear in this publication.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS II WHAT'S NEW? V 1. 1 OVERVIEW 1.1. Presentation 1 2. 3 SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE 2.1. Safety 3 2.2. EMC Standards 3 2.3. EMC Warning 4 2.4. FCC Marking 5 2.5. CE Marking 5 3. 6 HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS 3.1. Mechanical Dimensions and Weights 3.1.1. Rack Mount 5U Main Frame 6 3.1.2. Rack Mount 6U Main Frame 7 3.1.3. SAS-HDX Unit 10 3.1.4. Control Devices 11 3.2. Power Supply 12 3.3.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 5. HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CABLING 5.1. Rack Installation 38 5.2. Rear Panel Description 39 5.2.1. Rear Panel Configurations 39 5.2.2. 6U Rear Panel Layout 39 5.2.3. 5U Rear Panel Layout 44 5.3. Video Connections 49 5.4. Audio Connections 49 5.4.1. Audio Channels 49 5.4.2. Digital Audio DA-15 Pinout 51 5.4.3. Analog Audio DA-15 Pinout 52 5.5. RS422 Connections 53 5.5.2. Redundant IPDP Serial Link 53 54 5.6.1.
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HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 What's New? In the Technical Reference manual, the icon has been added on the left margin to highlight information on new and updated features. The XS Hardware Technical Reference manual has not been subject to changes linked to new features for release 11.02.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 1. Overview 1.1. Presentation Welcome to the EVS range of products and thank you for using an EVS XS server. We will do our best to satisfy your video production needs and we look forward to continuing working with you. The EVS XS servers are full digital in PAL (625i), NTSC (525i), 720p, 1080i, and 1080p standards.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 XS servers can also be controlled by EVS applications: IPDirector: a suite of Windows software applications designed to manage networked EVS video servers. Its applications make it possible to control multiple channels within the XNet2 network, as well as to log an event, to create and manage clips and play-lists with advanced functions, among others to extract clips from a VTR. It also provides extensive database search features.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 2. Safety and Compliance 2.1. Safety This equipment has been designed and tested to meet the requirements of the following: • EN 60950 (European): Safety of information technology equipment including business equipment. • IEC 950 (International): Safety of information technology equipment including business equipment. In addition, this equipment has been designed to meet the following: • 2.2.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 2.3. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Standard Area Title EN 61000-4-6 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part 4 (Limits); Section 6 ; Testing and measurement techniques - Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields. EN 61000-4-7 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part 4 (Limits), Section 7; harmonics and interharmonics measurements and instrumentation, for power supply systems and equipment connected thereto.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 2.4. FCC Marking This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. The following labels are affixed on the equipment: 2.5.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 3. Hardware Specifications 3.1. Mechanical Dimensions and Weights 3.1.1. Rack Mount 5U Main Frame Weight Disk Configuration Weight 5U - 19 inches chassis with 6 HDD on RCTL board (fix mounted) 29 kg / 63.9 lb 5U - 19 inches chassis with 12 HDD on RCTL board (fix mounted) 31 kg / 68.3 lb 5U - 19 inches chassis with 6 HDD on hot swap rack 31 kg / 68.3 lb 5U - 19 inches chassis with 12 HDD on hot swap rack 33 kg / 72.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 Right view Top view 3.1.2. Rack Mount 6U Main Frame Weight Disk Configuration Weight 6U - 19 inches chassis with 6 HDD on RCTL board (fix mounted) 35 kg / 77.2 lb 6U - 19 inches chassis with 12 HDD on RCTL board (fix mounted) 37 kg / 81.6 lb 6U - 19 inches chassis with 6 HDD on hot swap rack 37 kg / 81.6 lb 6U - 19 inches chassis with 12 HDD on hot swap rack 39 kg / 86.0 lb 3.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Dimensions The following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the XS server with a 6U chassis. Front view Left view Right view 8 3.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 3.1.3. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 SAS-HDX Unit The following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the SAS-HDX external array. For more information on the SAS-HDX, refer to "External RAID Array SAS-HDX" on page 88. 10 3.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 3.1.4. Control Devices The following control devices can optionally be connected to your server to control it. XSense Remote Control Panel Weight: 3.24 kg / 7.13 lb. Keyboard Weight: 0.4 kg / 0.9 lb. Tablet Weight: 0.3 kg / 0.66 lb. (Ref: Wacom® CTF-430 Bamboo One) 3.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 3.2. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Power Supply Redundant Power Supply The server is fitted with two auto switching and hot-swappable power supplies. The secondary hot-swappable power supply should be connected to the mains to allow automatic power switching to this second power supply should the first one fail. Grounding Warning The protective earth must be connected to the ground before powering up the unit.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 3.3. Environmental Conditions Operating • Temperature: 10°C to + 50°C (50°F to 122°F) ambient with free air flow • Relative humidity: 0% to 90% (non-condensing) • Cooling requirements: Forced air cooling air flow from front to back • Handling/movement: Designed for fixed use when in operation Storage and Transport • Temperature: 0°C to +70°C (32°F to 158°F) • Relative humidity: 0% to 90% (non-condensing) 3.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 4. Software Specifications 4.1. Video Specifications Video Standards The following table lists the video specifications both in SD and in HD format for your XS server. 14 Standard Definition High Definition Video Formats 525i 59.94fps (NTSC) 625i 50fps (PAL) 720p 50/59.94fps 1080i 50/59.94fps 1080p 50/59.94fps (DualLink or 3G) Digital Interface 10-bit 4:2:2 Serial (ST 259:2008). Full frame synchronizer at input. Dual output for PLAY channels.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 SMPTE Standards The following table lists the SMPTE standards supported by your server. 4.2. Configuration SMPTE standard SD SDI ST 259:2008 (525i 59.94 Hz; 625i 50 Hz) HD SDI ST 292-1:2011, ST 292:2012 (720p 50 and 59.94 Hz; 1080i 50 and 59.
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HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 4.3. Video Codecs and Bitrates 4.3.1. Supported Codecs Codecs and Related License Codes The XS server uses an intra-frame video encoding technique. It supports natively the video codecs presented in the table below.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Content Transfer Encoding and File Header It is possible to perform the encoding process in 8-bit or 10-bit and to write a 10-bit file on selected codecs.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 4.3.2. Maximum Bitrates These maximum values are valid for XS servers running Multicam version 11.00 or higher. They guarantee a smooth play and a browse at 100% speed on all channels simultaneously.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 4.3.3. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Internal Bandwidth General Description This section helps you select the most appropriate bitrate for the native codec(s) on the EVS server, on the basis of the internal bandwidth, the channel configuration, and the calculated number of real-time channels at the EVS server level. The section therefore presents tables including the following parameters: 1.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 Bandwidth and RT Channels at 59.94 Hz (NTSC) Video Bitrate Fields /Block Actual Bandwidth Max. RT Channels Avid DNxHD® Apple ProRes LT 85 Mbps 42 11.42 MB/s 26.27 Avid DNxHD® HD MJPE EVS/Standard HD MPEG2 Intra AVC Intra 100 DVCPro HD 100 Mbps 36 13.32 MB/s 22.52 Avid DNxHD® Apple ProRes 422 145 Mbps 26 18.44 MB/s 16.27 Avid DNxHD® Apple ProRes 422 HQ 220 Mbps 17 28.21 MB/s 10.63 Codec 4.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 4.3.4. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Recording Capacities Disk Storage The disk storage, on SAS disks, can be as follows, with a total of up to 84 disks: • internal storage only: 6 or 12 x 300 GB or 900 GB SAS disks • external storage only: up to 4 arrays with 24 x 300 GB or 900 GB SAS disks, with or without spare disks • both internal and external storage. Warning The sum of internal and external disk storage on an XS server cannot exceed 20 TB.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 (4+1) # Ext arra y # RAID S # Spare s 79 4 15 80 4 84 4 # Disks 24 30Mbp s 40Mbp s 50Mbp s 100Mbp s 110Mbp s 120Mbp s 185Mbp s 4 audios 4 audios 4 audios 8 audios 8 audios 8 audios 8 audios 4 1143 881 726 357 333 297 202 16 0 1220 940 775 381 355 317 216 16 4 1220 940 775 381 355 317 216 4.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Recording Capacity in Hours for 5 Disk (4+1) RAID Configuration – 59.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 (4+1) # Disk s # Ext arra y # RAID S # Spare s 79 4 15 80 4 84 4 30Mbp s 40Mbp s 50Mbp s 100Mbp s 110Mbp s 145Mbp s 220Mbp s 4 audios 4 audios 4 audios 8 audios 8 audios 8 audios 8 audios 4 1143 884 725 357 328 248 168 16 0 1219 943 773 381 349 265 180 16 4 1219 943 773 381 349 265 180 4.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Recording Capacity in Hours for 6 Disk (5+1) RAID Configuration – 59.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 4.4. Network Transfers 4.4.1. XNet Transfers Rule This section provides figures on transfer speeds for jobs processed by the XNet (or SDTI) network. The section presents data in tables including the following parameters: 1. Field Rate: field frequency used, or number of video fields transferred per second. 2. Video Bitrate: codec bitrate set by the user in the Codec section of the Server tab in the Multicam Configuration window. 3.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 XNet Transfers The maximum transfer speeds between EVS servers through the SDTI ports of the XS server are summarized in the following table. The calculations take into account an SDTI bandwidth of 110 MB/s: Field Rate Video Bitrate RT Transfers Transfer Speed (faster than RT) Apple ProRes LT 50.00 Hz 85 Mbps 8.8 8x Avid DNxHD® HD MJPEG EVS/Standard HD MPEG2 Intra AVC Intra 100 DVCPro HD 50.00 Hz 100 Mbps 7.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 Restore Transfers The following tables gives the transfer speed of A/V content of a given codec to the XF2 hardware, knowing that the XF2 bandwidth for restore is 32 MB/s. Codec 4.4.2. Field Rate Video Bitrate RT Transfers Apple ProRes LT 50.00 Hz 85 Mbps 2.8 Avid DNxHD® HD MJPEG EVS/Standard HD MPEG2 Intra AVC Intra 100 DVCPro HD 50.00 Hz 100 Mbps 2.4 Avid DNxHD® Apple ProRes 422 50.00 Hz 120 Mbps 2.0 Avid DNxHD® Apple ProRes 422 HQ 59.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Example How many real-time transfers can be processed over a GigE network if I work with Avid DNxHD® 100 Mbps in NTSC, and if the maximum GigE bandwidth on my network is 65 MB/s? Calculation: Maximum GigE bandwidth / Actual Bandwidth = real time transfers 65 MB/s / 13.33 MB/s = 4.8 real time transfers.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 Restore Transfers The maximum transfer speeds through the Gigabit ports of the XS server are summarized in the following table: Field Rate Video Bitrate RT Transfers Transfer Speed (faster than RT) Apple ProRes LT 50.00 Hz 85 Mbps 6 4x Avid DNxHD® HD MJPEG EVS/Standard HD MPEG2 Intra AVC Intra 100 DVCPro HD 50.00 Hz 100 Mbps 5.7 3.4x Avid DNxHD® Apple ProRes 422 50.00 Hz 120 Mbps 5 3x Avid DNxHD® Apple ProRes 422 HQ 59.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 4.4.3. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 XF2 Capacities Storage Capacity at 50 Hz (PAL) The following tables gives the time (in hours and minutes) of A/V content of a given codec that can be stored on the XF2 hardware at a frame rate of 50 Hz: Codec Video Bitrate 1 TB 2 TB 4 TB Avid DNxHD® Apple ProRes LT 85 Mbps 22.24 44.48 89.36 Avid DNxHD® HD MJPEG EVS/Standard HD MPEG2 Intra AVC Intra 100 DVCPro HD 100 Mbps 19.12 38.24 76.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 Storage Capacity at 59.94 Hz (NTSC) The following tables gives the time (in hours and minutes) of A/V content of a given codec that can be stored on the XF2 hardware at a frame rate of 59.94 Hz: Codec Video Bitrate 1 TB 2 TB 4 TB 85 Mbps 22.24 44.48 89.36 Avid DNxHD® HD MJPE EVS/Standard HD MPEG2 Intra AVC Intra 100 DVCPro HD 100 Mbps 19.12 38.24 76.48 Avid DNxHD® Apple ProRes 422 145 Mbps 13.52 27.44 55.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 4.5. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Video Interpolation Introduction The playing back of smooth slow motion pictures carries specific issues: since some fields must be repeated at regular interval to provide the video at the playback speed required by the operator, parity violation appears regularly on the output video signal. This issue is specific to interlaced formats (525i, 625i and 1080i) and does not concern progressive formats (720p and 1080p).
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 4-Line Interpolator The 4-line interpolator uses a more sophisticated calculation based on the 4 neighboring lines. By using suitable coefficients for the weight of each line in the resulting calculation, we apply this interpolation to all fields. The final result is a permanently, slightly unfocused picture. The advantage is a stable output signal with no jitter and no "pumping", but the vertical bandwidth is even more reduced.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 5. Hardware Installation and Cabling 5.1. Rack Installation Unpacking Upon receipt of the equipment examine packing for obvious signs of damage. If damaged, do not unpack and inform the carrier immediately. Check thanks to the included packing list if all the items are present and if they show any mechanical damage. If yes, report damage or the missing parts to EVS or their appropriate representative.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 5.2. Rear Panel Description 5.2.1. Rear Panel Configurations The XS server comes in a variety of configurations and rear panel variants: • 6U rack with 6, 4 or 2 codec modules and various audio connectors. • 5U rack with 4 or 2 codec modules and various audio connectors. The different available configurations and the connectors positions and types for each of these variants are described in the following topics. 5.2.2.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Video and Codecs The codecs modules allow connections for recording and playback of video material. Each connector on a codec module is connected to the corresponding J connector on the COD A or COD B module of a V3X board. See section "V3X Video and Reference Boards" on page 72 for more details on each connector specific usage according to the different configurations.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Controls and Communications This rear panel part presents some or all of the following connectors according to your configuration: • The Ref Video connectors allow the server to receive or send back the analog genlock reference signal. • The XNet2 connectors allow the interconnection of EVS servers, and/or XStore in an XNet2 network.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 Controls and Communications This rear panel part presents some or all of the following connectors according to your configuration: • The PC LAN connector allows connection of the PC LAN interface of the EVS server to an Ethernet network. • The Audio Monitoring Outputs connectors are AES XLR connectors that allow audio output connections for monitoring purposes.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 5.2.3. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 5U Rear Panel Layout Rear Panel Areas The following drawing represents an example of a 5U rear panel available on an XS server. The various areas of the rear panel are highlighted in the drawing and their respective variants are listed in the following table along with a short description of the related connectors. 44 5.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 Video and Codecs The codecs modules allow connections for recording and playback of video material. Each connector on a codec module is connected to the corresponding J connector on the COD A or COD B module of a V3X board. See section "V3X Video and Reference Boards" on page 72 for more details on each connector specific usage according to the different configurations.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Digital Audio The digital audio inputs and outputs are available on multi-pin (DA-15), or on BNC connectors for audio signal inputs and outputs in digital format. See section "Audio Connections" on page 49 for more details on the DA-15 connectors pinout according to the configuration.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 RS422 Ports The RS422 ports allow the server to be remotely controlled through remote panels or thirdparty control devices. When a remote panel is used, it should be connected on the first RS422 port.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Controls and Communications This rear panel part presents some or all of the following connectors according to your configuration: • The Timecode connectors allow the server to receive or send back the LTC timecode reference signal. • The Gigabit Ethernet connectors allow the interconnection of servers, other EVS, and/or third-party systems into a Gigabit Ethernet network.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 SAS-HDX The SAS-HDX connector allows the connection to the external disk array SAS-HDX if it is installed. The SAS-HDX connector layout is as follow: Config Layout All Description SAS-HDX connector Power Supplies The server power supply is made of two hot-swappable units. Both of these units are connected to allow automatic power switching to the second power supply should the first one fail. 5.3.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. • • Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Analog audio: ◦ XLR connectors: 8 inputs (high-Z balanced) and 8 outputs (600 Ohm drive capable). ◦ DA-15 connectors: 16 inputs (high-Z balanced) and 16 outputs (600 Ohm drive capable - breakout cables with XLR connectors available). Audio monitoring : ◦ XLR connectors: 4 analog mono outputs (600 Ohm drive capable) . See also section "Audio Specifications" on page 15 for full information on the available audio hardware configurations.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 5.4.2. Digital Audio DA-15 Pinout The digital audio DA-15 connector is illustrated hereunder (connector installed on the rear panel and viewed from outside). Its pinout is described in the following table where each column corresponds to one of the 4 available connectors.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 5.4.3. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Analog Audio DA-15 Pinout The analog audio DA-15 connector is illustrated hereunder (connector installed on the rear panel and viewed from outside). Its pinout is described in the following table where each column corresponds to one of the 4 available connectors.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 5.5. RS422 Connections 5.5.1. RS422 Connector Pinout The RS422 connectors are used to connect a remote control (from EVS or third party) to your server. The cable wiring is a straightforward pin-to-pin connection as illustrated in the following diagram. You should use a shielded cable to avoid electromagnetic interference on long distances. Warning The RESET command line from the remote control is sent through the pin 5 of the RS422 connector.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 To ensure the failover, the backup links between IPDirector workstations and the XS servers need to be physically wired to a second RS422 port, as shown on the following schema: The serial link redundancy will ensure that there is no single point of failure in the setup. However, you need to put into place a thoroughly thought through IPDP configuration for the SynchroDB to continue working correctly.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 5.6.2. Network Architectures To set up an XNet network, EVS servers may be connected directly in a closed loop architecture or, using a dedicated hub, they may be connected in a star architecture as illustrated in the following figures. Connection Diagram Without EVS XHub SDTI Hub Example of XNet2 network without hub: 5.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Connection Diagram With EVS XHub SDTI Hub Example of XNet2 network with a SDTI hub: 5.6.3. Required Conditions to Set up and Run XNet 1. All systems on the network shall belong to the XT3 or XS servers, XStoreSE, XHub3 devices. 2. The SDTI advanced option code (for network client, master, or server modes) shall be validated in the options list. 3. They shall all be running compatible software versions. Otherwise, warning message is displayed. 4.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 5. the network type must be set to "Server" on one and only one EVS video server on the network. The others must be set to either "Master" (to share clips and view others clips) or "Client" (to share clips only). 6. A different network number must be specified for each EVS video server that you want to connect to the network.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Cable type @ 1485 Mbps RG59 45 m / 148 ft RG6 90 m / 484 ft RG11 120 m / 393 ft Super HiQ 150 m / 492 ft Fiber 80 km (*) (*) 80 km/200 km is the total length of the return path, i.e. the actual distances between the 2 servers connected via the fiber link is half of this value, i.e. 40 km @ 1485 Mbps. Note When reclockers are used, the total delay induced by these reclockers between 2 active servers on the network may not exceed 15 μs. 5.6.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 These performances are also limited by the disk bandwidth available from the EVS server where the clips are stored. To prevent freeze issues and to maximize network bandwidth efficiency, priority levels have been implemented in the following order, from the high to the low priority: 1. Play requests 2. Search/Browse and Live (E2E) requests 3. Copy requests. Troubleshooting 1.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 XTAccess is directly connected to the XS server through the Gigabit network via an FTP client. It runs on a Windows workstation and is mainly controlled by the external systems (no user interface) via XML files or other processes. The Gigabit connection fulfills the following functions in relation with the XS server: • Backup of clips from an XS server. • Restore of clips to an XS server. • Transfer of clips between servers.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 5.7.2. Backup of Clips Overview The following schema shows how the backup of clips is performed with the Gigabit connection and XTAccess: Workflow 1. An external system, for example IP Director, sends an XML file to XTAccess to request the backup of a given clip created on an XS server . 2. XTAccess processes the XML file: ◦ It gets the clip content that has to be backed up from the server.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 5.7.3. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Restore of Clips Overview Only clips having one of the following formats can be restored: EVS MXF, MXF OP-1A, or Quick Time (depending on the video codec). The restore process can be set up in two different ways: • Via XML file sent by the external application. • Via folder scan. The following schema shows how the restore of clips is performed with the Gigabit connection and XTAccess: Workflow (Restore via XML File) 1.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 Workflow (Restore via Folder Scan) 1. Based on the parameters defined in XTAccess, this application scans specific folders on external backup or archiving systems. 2. When a clip file has been written to the scanned folder, XTAccess creates a copy of the clip on the server specified in the XTAccess parameters. The restored clip receives a new UmID and LSM ID: ◦ Multicam automatically assigns a UmID to the restored clip.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 5.7.5. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Switches Supported Switches All switches used on the GigE networks of EVS systems need to support jumbo frames (Ethernet frames with more than 1,500 bytes of payload).
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EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 5.8. GPIO Connections 5.8.1. GPIO Connector Pin-Out The following table lists the GPIO connector pin-out: 5.8.2.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 Opto isolated Inputs (GP In 1, 2, 3, 4) Pin-Out Specifications • The input consists in an opto diode (VF @ 1.1 Volt) in series with a 470 ohm resistor. • Typical switching point @ 1.4 mA, for secure operation: • ◦ i=0 to 0.5 mA -> opto OFF ◦ i=2.5 to 30 mA -> opto ON ◦ imax= 30 mA Direct connection to a TTL/CMOS signal possible (Pin opto - to GND and pin opto + to the TTL/CMOS signal). Typical switching point @ 1.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 TTL Inputs (GP In 5, 6, 7, 8) Relay Inputs Pin-Out The relay must be connected between the ground and the corresponding TTL input on the DB-25. TTL Inputs Pin-Out Each TTL input on the DB-25 is directly connected to the pin of the TTL connector on the device triggering the GPI. The ground must be common between the DB-25 connector of the XS server and the external device.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 5.8.3. GP Out Connections Relay Isolated Outputs (GP Out 1, 2, 3, 4) Pin-Out The user can define the functions, types and settings associated to the GPI outs in the following applications: • Setup menu of the Remote Panel • IP Director settings (GPI and Auxiliary Track tab) Specifications • normally open contact (power off -> open) • maximum 1 A • maximum 50 Volts • typical life time: 100.000.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Specifications 70 • each pin can be individually configured as an output or an input • internal 4K7 pull up to +5 V • low level Vi < 1.5 Volt (U12 = 74HC245) • high level Vi > 3.5 Volt (U12 = 74HC245) • optional TTL compatible level (U12 = 74HCT245) 5.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 6. Boards Description 6.1. Boards and Slots Configuration The XS server is equipped with several boards that are all developed by EVS.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 6.2. V3X Video and Reference Boards 6.2.1. Description Overview The V3X board is divided in several parts: • a base board identified as V3X base (rear section and center extension) • two modules identified as COD A V3X (front left) and COD B V3X (front right) Warning It is highly advised not to remove a V3X board from your EVS server.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 Block Diagram The block diagram of the V3X board with genlock is illustrated hereunder with the connectors, jumpers and LEDs location: 6.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Base Board Jumpers The follow ing table lists the V3X base board jumpers and their respective function: Jumper Function ST1, ST2 These 2 jumpers must be installed on the last V3X board of the server (that is on V3X #1, 2, or 3 if there are respectively 1, 2, or 3 V3X boards installed in the server). ST3 (SPARE) «Parking» for ST1 and ST2 jumpers when they are not used. ST4 (only on V3X with genlock) Must be set to HiZ (or not installed).
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 V3X COD Modules LEDs The following table lists the LEDs available on then V3X COD modules (from left to right): LED Color Status Function CPU Green Blinking Indicates CPU activity. PLAY Green On There is a problem with the module processor. On The module is set in play mode by the software. Off The module is set in record mode.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Connector label Connector SD mode HD mode J2 SDI monitoring output (SD) SDI monitoring output (HD) Not wired to the backplane. Used for onboard multiviewer input.
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HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 6.2.3. COD Connectivity in 3D and 1080p Dual Link Connector Assignments This section describes the connector assignments and layout for the video standards HD 3D and 1080p in Dual Link mode. Connector 3D/1080p mode Connector label J1 N/A CHAR SD J2 SDI monitoring output (HD) Not wired to the backplane.
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HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 6.2.4. COD Connectivity in 3D and 1080p Single Link 3G-SDI Connector Assignments This section describes the connector assignments and layout for the video standards HD 3D and 1080p in Single Link 3G-SDI mode. Connec tor 3D/1080p Mode Connector label J1 N/A CHAR SD J2 SDI program output 2D (HD) Not wired to the backplane.
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HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 6.2.5.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 6.3. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Audio Codec Board The audio codec board is the audio interface between the V3X boards and the H3X board. Video codec and audio codec boards are tied to the H3X board with one bus connector on the front side. Different audio configurations are available with the audio codec board. See "Audio Connections" on page 49 for details. The following LEDs are available on the audio codec board: 84 • LD 1-3: internal EVS information only.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 6.4. H3X Board The H3X board is divided in 4 parts (2 in front, 2 in the back). • Front left: GBE (GigE) module. • Front right: CTL controller module. • Back left: CPU module . • Back right: SDTI module. 6.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 LEDs Function The available LEDs on the XNet2CTL controller module are, from left to right: LED Color Status Function LED 1 Green On Ok. Red On An error occurred while booting the H3X board. LED 2 to LED 8 — — For EVS internal use only. FRAMER Green On The signal on the XNet2 IN connector is a valid EVS SDTI signal. NET Green On The XNet2 SDTI network is established (SDTI loop closed, correct speed, etc).
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 6.5. RAID Controller Boards 6.5.1. RCTL Board on SAS Disk Array Disk Arrays on systems with H3X boards have a controller on the disk array board. Different configurations can be used • One internal array with a series of 6 disks • One internal array with two stacked series of 6 disks, • No internal storage LEDs on Internal Array LEDs 1 to 6 are used in case of one internal array of 6 disks.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. 6.5.2. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 External RAID Array SAS-HDX The SAS-HDX is a 2U external disk storage containing up to 24 hot-swappable SAS disks, with a minimum of 5 disks. External storage can be used with or without internal storage. It is connected to the server via a dedicated SAS cable on the rear panel of the server, provided that the X-ESAS connection module has been placed inside the server. Necessary equipment: 88 • Server with SAS-HDX connector on the rear panel.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 LEDs on the External Array For each disk, a blue LED and a red LED are present. Status Blue LED Red LED Function Off On (steady) Defect drive – must be replaced. Blinking Off Connected, disk being written to / read from. On (steady) Off Connected, disk not currently written to / read from. On (steady) On, slowly blinking Spare disk - the corresponding disk is started and used in the RAID array.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Disk Insertion and Removal To insert or remove a disk from an external array, carefully follow these steps: 90 6.
HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 6.6. MTPC A3/A6 Board Introduction The function of the PC board is mainly the control of the video hardware and the interface of the peripheral equipment (such as a remote controller) with the video hardware. The following MTPC board is used: • Revision A3/A6 with COMMEL HS873 motherboard and a new time code management module (with bootable USB).
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HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XS Server 11.02 Multiviewer The multiviewer board is an option on XS servers. Connectors Function IN The J2 connectors from the CODEC modules of the COHX board are connected to the IN connectors of the multiviewer board. OUT1 HD The OUT HD connector of the multiviewer board is connected to the MULTIVIEWER HD SDI connector on the rear panel of the server.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 In standard configuration only Remote one (on RS422 port 1) is allowed to reset the system. Warning This jumper should be removed if the device connected to the RS422 port is NOT an EVS controller. Maximum voltage on pin 5 of an RS422 port of the server should not exceed 5 Volt when the corresponding jumper is engaged. Applying a higher voltage on pin 5 when the corresponding jumper is engaged will result in permanent electronic damage to the board.
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