Configuration Manual Version 11.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual Copyright EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A.– Copyright © 2011. 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. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION 1.1. Introduction to the Configuration of EVS Servers 1 1.2. Introduction to the Manual 3 1.3. Starting the EVS Server 4 1.4. Accessing the Web-Based Interface 4 2. MULTICAM SETUP 1 2.1. Overview of User Interfaces 2.1.1. Overview on the Setup Areas 2.1.2. Navigability and Commands 2.2. Configuration Lines 2.2.1. Chapter Contents 2.2.2. Launching a Configuration 2.2.3. Editing a Configuration 2.2.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 3.1.5. 3.2. Navigation and Editing in the Setup Menus of the Remote Panel Server Tab 3.2.1. Overview 3.2.2. Video and Reference 3.2.3. Phase Definition Settings 3.2.4. Interpolation Settings 3.2.5.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 1. Introduction 1.1. Introduction to the Configuration of EVS Servers New Configuration Module The Multicam Setup application is used for configuration and maintenance operations on EVS video servers. It is also used to select which application to run, since EVS disk recorders have the ability to run various dedicated applications (Video Server, Slow Motion, …).
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 • Issue 11.00.C a configuration section for each configuration line. It is presented in seven tabs which easily give access to all configuration parameters: Simplification of the User Interface The user interface has been simplified thanks to: • the separation of basic and advanced parameters The most commonly used parameters are displayed in a Basic mode while more specific parameters are hidden, and can be displayed when you toggle to the Advanced mode.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual • The Remote Control panel now includes: ◦ a technical setup menu that gives access to the most commonly used technical settings. ◦ an operational setup menu that only provides operational settings.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 1.3. Issue 11.00.C Starting the EVS Server Introduction When switching on the EVS server, the first step is the PC boot sequence, followed by the boot of the video I/O boards, and finally the Multicam Setup application is started. When Starting the EVS Server for the First Time Before you first use your EVS server, you need to perform the following tasks: • • Define the configuration lines your EVS server should run.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 2. Multicam Setup 2.1. Overview of User Interfaces 2.1.1. Overview on the Setup Areas General Description The Multicam Setup window is the window that first opens when the Multicam Setup application is launched. It is displayed when the EVS server is started but does not run a given configuration yet. The Multicam Setup window allows users to: • • • view and manage the various configuration lines.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C User Interfaces The Multicam Setup window contains six areas highlighted and described below. These areas contain similar information in both web-based and server-based applications: The following screenshot presents the Multicam Setup window in the server-based application: The following screenshot presents the Multicam Setup window in the web-based interface: 2 2.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual Description of the Areas The table below describes the various parts of Multicam Setup window: # Name of area Description 1. Title bar The title bar displays the following information: • • • • 2. Configuration Lines Multicam version server facility name (if any) chassis type server serial number This area shows all configurations the EVS server can run. For more information, see sectionSee "Configuration Lines" on page 7 3.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C # Name of area Description 5. Task bar (Server-based application) displays commands for the main actions in the window. For more information, See "Navigability and Commands" on page 4. 5'. Status bar (Web-based application) displays: • • • 6. Server Information displays the following information on the EVS server: • • • 2.1.2.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual Configuration Lines In the Configuration Lines area, a configuration line is highlighted when it is selected. The main commands for configuration line management are presented below: Command description Command key Moving up in the list of configuration lines UP ARROW Moving down in the list of configuration lines DOWN ARROW Starting the server with a given configuration line ENTER on selected line.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C Tools Menu To call a Tools command, simply click on the command in the Tools menu. This will open the corresponding window. 6 2.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 2.2. Configuration Lines 2.2.1. Chapter Contents The table below presents the topics of this section and shows whether the feature described is available from the web-based interface and/or from the server-based interface. 2.2.2.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C Automatic Launch From the server-based application, it is possible to set the server so that the last used configuration line is automatically launched when the Multicam Setup window has stayed open for five seconds. To activate the automatic launch, press F7 on the requested configuration line in the Multicam Setup menu before launching this configuration.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual Invalid Configuration Invalid configuration lines are easily detected in the server-based application: • • 2.2.4. When a configuration line becomes invalid, a red exclamation mark is displayed next to the configuration line in both server-based and web-based interfaces. When the operator presses F8 to edit the configuration line in the server-based application, a popup window indicates the line is invalid.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 2.2.5. Issue 11.00.C Exporting and Importing Configuration Lines How to Export Configuration Lines In the Server-Based Application Note In the server-based application, the configuration lines are exported onto a USB key. For this reason, you first need to insert a USB key on the USB port located on the front panel of the EVS server. To export configuration lines from an EVS server in the server-based application, proceed as follows: 1.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 5. If requested, change the location where the export folder will be created: ◦ By default, the export folder is created on the root of the USB key, so is in a green font. ◦ To change the folder where the export folder will be created, highlight the requested folder. The last highlighted folder will be considered as the requested location. 6. To start the export process, press ENTER. 7. When the selected lines are exported (as a .
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C How to Import Configuration Lines In the Server-Based Application Note In the server-based application, the configuration lines are imported from a USB key. For this reason, you first need to insert into EVS server (USB port on the front panel) the USB key that contains the .lin file to be imported . Warning If the EVS server is password-protected, you should deactive the password protection.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 5. If requested, deselect lines you do not want to import: ◦ By default, all configuration lines present in the .lin file will be imported onto the EVS server. ◦ To deselect a line, use the UP ARROW or DOWN ARROW key to highlight it in green, and press SPACEBAR. The deselected lines turn light grey. 6. Press ENTER to validate the selection of configuration lines to import.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 2.2.6. Issue 11.00.C Changing the Position of Configuration Lines In the Server-Based Application To move a configuration line up in the list in the server-based application, proceed as follows: 1. Press the UP ARROW or DOWN ARROW key to respectively move up and down in the list of configuration lines until the requested line is highlighted. 2. Do one of the following: ◦ To move the selected line up, press CTRL + UP ARROW.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual In the Web-Based Interface The feature to copy and paste configuration lines is not available as such in the webbased application. You can however use the import and export feature to change the position of lines in the list of configuration lines. How to Delete Configuration Lines Warning When you delete a configuration line, the line is automatically be deleted, without prior warning message.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 2.3. Server Parameters 2.3.1. Chapter Contents Issue 11.00.C The table below presents the topics of this section and shows whether the described features are available from the web-based interface and/or from the server-based interface. 2.3.2.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual In the Web-Based Interface To assign a server facility name in the web-based interface, proceed as follows: 1. From the Multicam Setup window, click Assign server facility name in the Tools menu. A dialog box opens: 2. Type the server facility name and press OK. The facility name is directly assigned and displayed in the title bar, as well as on the OSD. 2.3.3.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C Enabling Changes to Configuration Parameters In the Server-Based Application When the password protection is active, the following message is displayed in red at the top of each configuration tab in the Multicam Configuration window: To enable changes in the configuration parameters during the session, you will be prompted for the password the first time you will save changes to configuration parameters in a session.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 2.3.4. Setting the Server LAN PC Address Introduction The MTPC board of an EVS server allows interaction with other EVS hardware on a setup via the LAN PC address. The port #1 of the MTPC board is used. The communication is established through telnet or FTP access. XNet Monitor will also use the LAN IP connection to transfer the monitoring data. Note You can only define the settings associated with the LAN PC address from the server-based application.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 2.3.5. Issue 11.00.C Setting the Server Date and Time Introduction The Set Date and Time command allows you to adjust the system time & date from the Multicam Setup window in the server-based application. This is not available in the webbased interface. Note When you have just launched a configuration, a window displaying the system date and time gives you another opportunity to modify these parameters.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 2.3.6. Setting the Default Output To VGA/Video Introduction Between the PC boot and the I/O boot, the video driver is loaded. The Default Output to VGA/Video command allows you to switch the video display from and to one of the following modes: • • VGA mode B&W video mode.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C Overview on the Raid Configuration Window The Raid Configuration window is available from the Multicam Setup window, when pressing R to call the Raid Configuration command in the Tools menu: The Requested Configuration area, in the upper part of the window, displays the default raid configuration. You can modify the default raid configuration in this area. You will find more information on editable parameters below.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual Field Description The following table describes the fields editable in the Requested Configuration area in the Raid Configuration window. The fields are described in the sequence they are highlighted when using the TAB key. Field Name Description Storage type Specifies which storage type you will use.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C 2.4. Licenses and Maintenance 2.4.1. Overview on Options Codes Management Introduction To run a software application and/or specific software options, not only the software itself is required but also a license key (called 'license code' in Multicam), which is unique for every option on every system. This license keys can be temporary, be valid only until a defined deadline for demonstration purposes, or be permanent with no time limit.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 2.4.2. Options Codes Management Window In the Server-Based Application The window features three areas which contains the information mentioned below: Area Description Upper area List of key settings related to the EVS server: • • • • • • Central area System ID: ID code of the hardware key, necessary for license code calculation. Serial number: Serial number of the mainframe, also written on the back plate of the mainframe.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C In the Web-Based Interface The window features two areas which contain the information mentioned below: Area Description Central area All codes valid for the given server chassisfor which a license key has been granted and is still valid. Next to each code name, the code number is mentioned. Lower area 26 Area where you can enter new license codes manually or upload a license code file. 2.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 2.4.3. Entering and Removing License Codes Introduction When you request new license codes to activate one or more features, you can receive the license keys from EVS in the form of: • • a xxxxx.COD file (xxxxx = serial number of the server for which this file has been calculated). You need to apply this file to the EVS server from the Option codes management window. a license code that you can type in the Option codes management window.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C How to Enter License Codes with a Key Number In the Server-Based Application To enter a new license code delivered via a key number, proceed as follows: 1. From the Multicam Setup window, press O to open the Options codes management window. 2. Type the code you have received. It will automatically be typed in the the Validation Code field: 3. Press ENTER.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 2.5. Server Maintenance 2.5.1. Chapter Contents The table below presents the topics of this section and shows whether the described features available from the web-based interface and/or from the server-based interface. 2.5.2.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C Process The hardware check runs the same steps and checks as the server boot process: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. MTPC check H3X check Video Codec check Quad booting GigE download Disk check Data loading After you have launched the hardware check by pressing H in the Multicam Setup window, the system automatically starts the test process. One after the other, the various steps are displayed in the BOOT.H3X window.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual Exit When exiting the Multicam application, a warning will appear to remind the operator that one disk was disconnected, and invite him to perform a hardware check to repair the video raid. This is displayed even if a spare disk is available: • if the faulty disk is a spare disk: "Warning: a spare disk has been disconnected. At the next opportunity please consider replacing the faulty disk.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C Rebuild Process Introduction The XT3 server is capable of performing a rebuild process of the RAID. This process can happen either while the Multicam application is not running (offline process – rebuild is faster) or while the Multicam application is running (online process – rebuild is slower).
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 2.5.4. Clearing Video Disks This function is used to erase all media from the RAID disk array. Warning This will definitely delete all video and audio data, including protected clip and record trains. To clear video disks, proceed as follows: 1. In the Multicam Setup window, press C to call the Clearing Video Disks command. 2. Press ENTER. 3. Confirm the deletion with ENTER or cancel with ESC. 2.5.5.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C 3. If several keyword files are stored on the USB key, press SPACEBAR until the requested file is selected on the left field. 4. Press ENTER to import the keyword file from the USB key to the EVS server. 5. Press OK to close the message box that appears when the keyword file has been imported. 6. Remove the USB key. How to Export a Keyword File To import a keyword file, proceed as follows: 1.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 3. Multicam Configuration 3.1. Overview on User Interfaces 3.1.1. Introduction Preliminary Remarks Prior to using Multicam, the operator should set all necessary parameters in the Multicam Configuration window. If clips are stored with certain parameters and the operator wishes to change them afterwards, those clips and playlists will not change. It is thus important to set these parameters first.
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XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual Accessing the Multicam Configuration Window In the Server-Based Application To access the Multicam Configuration window from the Multicam Setup window when the server is not running, proceed as follows: 1. Press the UP ARROW or DOWN ARROW key to respectively move up and down in the list of configuration lines until the requested line is highlighted. 2. Press F8. The Multicam Configuration window window opens.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 • Issue 11.00.C The Display mode (basic or advanced) is specified in the top right corner. Web-Based User Interface The following screenshot presents the 1st tab of the Multicam Configuration window in the web-based application, shown in Advanced mode: • • • 38 The top line displays the name of the selected configuration, and specifies whether the configuration has been launched (running) or not (not running).
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 3.1.3. Navigation and Editing in the Multicam Configuration Window In the Server-Based Application Navigation Commands The following table presents the commands to navigate in the Multicam Configuration window: Command description Command key Selecting a given tab CTRL + tab number Moving from one tab to the other (when the tab is selected, i.e.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C Command description Command key Resetting all values of all settings in all tabs for the selected configuration SHIFT+F5 Applying changes ALT+A Leaving without applying changes ESC, ENTER In the Web-Based Interface The navigation and editing commands in the web-based interface are the commonly used commands in a web-based interface.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual Accessing the Operational Setup Menu To access the Operational Setup menu, proceed as follows: 1. If you are in Playlist mode, press RECORD first to exit this mode. 2. Press SHIFT + MENU to go to the Main menu: 3. Select Setup by pressing SHIFT + D to enter the Operational Setup menu. The Operational Setup menu is divided in sections and subsections, named by x.y where x is the section number, and y the subsection number. 3.1.5.
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XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 3.2. Server Tab 3.2.1. Overview Server Tab The Server tab consists of a single page in the basic or advanced mode in the serverbased application. It covers the settings related to video codecs and standards, time reference, phase definition, interpolation activation, and PC LAN. Settings List The table below presents the settings of the Server tab.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 3.2.2. Issue 11.00.C Video and Reference Video and Reference Settings Introduction The Video and Reference settings are available on the Server tab in the server-based application (1st page) and web-based application. These settings are not available in the Technical Setup menu of the Remote Panel. The Video and Reference settings are highlighted in the screenshot of the server-based application shown below: Field Rate Description Field frequency used (Hz).
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual Resolution Description Vertical resolution used (number of white-to-black and black-towhite transitions that can be seen from the top to the bottom of the picture) (pixel + type). Both field rate and resolution correspond to the video standard. With XT3 server, SD and HD video standards can be available if the relevant license codes are activated.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C Bitrate Description Number of megabits processed per second (Mbps) The bitrate depends on the codec. Values For detailed information on bitrates per codec, see section "Codec-Related Information" on page 48see section "CodecRelated Information" on page 48. Horizontal Res. (HD) Description Number of white-to-black and black-to-white transitions that can be seen from the left to the right of the picture (pixels).
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual Genlock Description Specifies the type of genlock signal, the status and the frame synchronizer mode.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C AVID AVID AVID DNxHD DNxHD DNxHD (10-bit) 120 185 185 Mbps Mbps Mbps Apple ProRes 422 LT Apple ProRes 422 Apple ProRes 422 HQ Apple ProRes 422 HQ (10-bit) Bitrate (Mbps) 1-120 121-185 121-185 85 120 185 185 Default bitrate 120 185 185 85 120 185 185 Horizontal Resolution 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 Codec Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 1080i/1080p (59.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 720p (59.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 3.2.3. Phase Definition Settings Introduction The Phase Definition settings are available on the Server tab in the server-based application (1st page) and web-based application in the advanced mode. The Phase Definition settings are highlighted in the screenshot of the server-based application shown below: SD (Standard Definition) Description Allows adjusting the digital main phase of the mainframe for the standard definition.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C HD to SD SDI / SD SDI to HD Description Allows adjusting the secondary phase of the mainframe, that is to say the relative phase of the: • • HD SDI outputs compared to the phase of the SD SDI outputs with a 'Blackburst' genlock. SD SDI outputs compared to the phase of the HD SDI outputs with a 'Tri-Sync' genlock. This setting only applies to HD resolutions. See "Video and Reference Settings" on page 44 for more information on genlock type.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual 3.2.4. Interpolation Settings Introduction The Interpolation settings are available on the Server tab in the server-based application (1st page) and web-based application in the advanced mode. The Interpolation settings are highlighted in the screenshot of the server-based application shown below: General Description The interpolation process aims at reducing the vertical jitter of the pictures that is present during slow-motion replays.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C Four Lines 3.2.5. Description Enables or disables the four-line interpolation process. Values • • No (default) Yes PC LAN Settings Introduction The PC LAN settings are available on the Server tab in the server-based application (1st page) and web-based application in the advanced mode.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual Subnet Mask Description Range of logical addresses within the address space assigned to the MTPC board connection. Default Gateway Description 3. Multicam Configuration IP address of the router on the network that the MTPC board can use as an access point to external networks.
EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. - November 2011 Issue 11.00.C Glossary M Multicam Configuration window Window in the server-based and web-based Multicam Setup application from where you can define all configuration parameters.
XT3 Server - Version 11.00 - Configuration Manual following URL pattern: http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/cfgweb/ where the crosses correspond to the EVS server IP address of the PC LAN of the EVS server.
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