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Configuration ManualVersion 11.00Production & Playout Server

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

SD/HD 2R/CM ConfigurationsIntroductionThe 2R/CM1configurations make use of the secondary link of the codec module of arecord channel as an independent

XT3 6U ServersAvailable ConfigurationsThe table below shows the available 2R/CM SD/HD configurations with a XT3 6U server,and how the BNC connectors s

SLSM ConfigurationsIntroductionThis section details the available 2 phase and 3 phase SLSM configurations in SD/HD onXT3servers.In SLSM 2 Phase config

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

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

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

Example: 1SLSM 3x + 2REC + 1PLAY MIXThe BNC connectors to be used as record and play channels in an SLSM configurationwith 1SLSM 3PH + 2REC + 1PLAY MI

Available 2R/CM SLSM 3x ConfigurationsThe table below shows the possible combinations of SLSM 3 Phase and 2R/CM inSD/HD configurations with a XT3 4U s

Example: 3 SLSM 2x + 2 PLAY MIXThe BNC connectors to be used as record and play channels in an SLSM configurationwith 3SLSM 2PH + 2 PLAY MIX in 2R/CM

General Principles on 3D and 1080p ConfigurationsIntroductionThe 3D and 1080p configurations can be used on EVS video servers, which are fitted withV3

ProcedureTo be able to open the web-based interface in a browser, you need to know the IP addressof the PC LAN of the EVS server. For more information

XT3 4U ServersAvailable ConfigurationsThe tables below show the available 3D and 1080p configurations with standard camerason a XT3 4U server. They sh

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

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

3D/1080p SLSM ConfigurationsAssignment PrinciplesThe combination of 3D or 1080p standards and SLSM configurations associates theindividual rules for c

Available SLSM 3x ConfigurationsThe tables below show the available 3D and 1080p configurations with SLSM 3 Phasecameras on a XT3 4U server. They show

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

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

IN6/OUT1 IN5/OUT2 IN4/OUT3 IN3/OUT4 IN2/OUT5 IN1/OUT6#RECSLSM3x#REC #PLAYPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.Link

The following screenshot presents the 2ndpage of the Channels tab, where the Audiosettings and Audio Monitoring settings are available in the server-b

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

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

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

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

Example 1The E2-03 value located in the intersection between row 3 and column IN2 means that the3rd audio mono channel of the embedded audio source re

Example 3The allocation of the source audio mono channels shown above means that:• The audio source from the digital connectors is used for the materi

DisplayThe following screenshots show the default audio channel assignment for the three audiotypes in a configuration with 8 mono channels, 16 digita

ExampleIn the screenshot displayed below, the audio mono channels defined on the A/V materialon the EVS server are allocated to the play channels in t

Audio (Embedded) IntputsBy default, the audio embedded mono channels from the source material are mapped asshown in the table below onto the A/V mater

Audio Embedded OutputsBy default, the audio mono channels from the A/V material stored on the EVS server aremapped to the embedded mono channels on th

The table shows the maximum number of players, and the audio configuration with 8tracks (mono channels):OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 OUT 5 OUT 6Mono1 D 01

The table shows maximum number of players, and an audio configuration with 16 tracks(mono channels):OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 OUT 5 OUT 6Mono1 D 01 D 05

The following screenshot presents the Multicam Setup window in the web-basedinterface:Description of the AreasThe table below describes the various pa

Audio AnalogBy default, the audio mono channels of the A/V material stored on the EVS server are sentto the analog audio output connectors of the play

Collective Editing ActionsYou can apply the following editing actions to all audio channels of a page using thefollowing shortcuts, when available on

The audio gain can be adjusted by steps of 0.75dB, 3dB or 6dB, in the range from-77.25dB to +23.25dB of the current audio level.The following screensh

Dolby Audio ManagementConcepts• Dolby Digital or Dolby 5.1 or AC-3, is an audio coding system containing up to 6discrete channels of sound, with 5 cha

3.3.5. Timecode and Data InsertionTimecode SettingsIntroductionThe Timecode settings allow specifying which type of timecode the users want to use ast

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

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

HD OUT (in HD)HAnc LTC / HAnc VITCDescription Enables/disables the insertion of the embedded timecode(HAnc LTC or HAnc VITC) in the HD output.Values T

SD OUT (in HD and SD)D-VITCDescription Enables/disables the insertion of the embedded timecode (D-VITC) in the SD output.Values The values specified f

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

# Name of area Description• Import/export configuration lines• Assign server facility name• Import/export keyword files• Export log files• Options cod

Supported PacketsThe supported ancillary data packets shall comply with the SMPTE standards 334M,291M (type 2 ANC packet).Up to now, SMPTE 334M data p

Customizing the Decoding of SMPTE DataUpon request, it is possible to customize the decoding of the SMPTE 334M data.If you wish to keep uncompressed 8

3.4. Network Tab3.4.1. OverviewNetwork TabThe Network tab consists of one page in the basic and/or advanced mode in the server-based application. The

3.4.2. SDTI SettingsIntroductionThe SDTI settings allow specifying the settings related to the SDTI network. Thisnetwork allow the content between EVS

SpeedDescription Enables the selection of the SDTI option and the bandwidth forthe network.On theXT3 server, there is one pair of SDTI connectors:XNet

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

3.4.3. Gigabit Ethernet SettingsIntroductionThe Gigabit Ethernet settings allow specifying the settings related to the GigabitEthernet network. It all

Subnet Mask (Port 1/Port 2)Description Range of logical addresses within the address space assignedto the Gigabit Ethernet connection.The IP addresses

3.5. Monitoring Tab3.5.1. OverviewMonitoring TabThe Monitoring tab consists of one page in basic mode (there are no advancedparameters) in the server-

Setting Name Basic & AdvancedTechnicalSetupJ1 X XOUT B J3 X XAspect ratio X XSD Edge Enh. X XREC HD->SD Low latency X X3.5.2. Multiviewer Setti

2.1.2. Navigability and CommandsIn the Server-Based ApplicationGeneral NavigabilityThe following table presents the general commands to navigate in th

LayoutDescription Specifies how the sources are displayed on the Multiviewerscreen.Values • 4 (2+2)• 6 (4+2)• 6 (3+3)• 8 (3+3+2)Default value • 4 (2+2

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

Aspect ratio - SD downconvertedDescription Changes the aspect ratio of the video output in SD mode.Values • 16:9 Anamorphic• 4:3 Crop• 4:3 LetterboxDe

The following screenshot presents the settings page of the Monitoring tab in the server-based application and highlights the OSD settings area:Genlock

Network errorDescription Enables or disables the network error information display onthe output monitor.If there is an problem with the network connec

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

SDEdge Enh.Description Defines the edge enhancer strength used when generating theSD downconverted output video.Values 0 to 100Default value 66RECHD

3.6. Protocol Tab3.6.1. OverviewProtocol TabThe Protocol tab consists of 3 pages in the basic mode and 4 pages in the advanced modein the server-based

Setting Name Basic AdvancedTechnicalSetupUser TC of created clips – X T5.4 / T5.7OSD Settings P2 / P3 P2 / P3 T5.4 to T5.5 /T5.7 to T5.8OSD on Output

The following screenshot presents page 1 of the Protocol tab in the server-basedapplication and highlights the RS422 Protocols settings area.Id TypeDe

Tools MenuCommand description Command keySelecting a tool command Pressing the shortcut key(between brackets in thecommand name)Calling a tool command

Overview on Edit Rec SettingsThe Edit Rec settings allow specifying the settings that will be used by the Edit Recfeature.These fields are available i

Playlist Settings for Edit RecIntroductionThe Playlist settings allow specifying the playlist that will be loaded by default when theEdit Rec starts.T

Audio Settings for Edit RecIntroductionThe Audio settings allow specifying the settings related to the fading applied at the clipboundaries.These fiel

Time Code Settings for Edit RecIntroductionThe Time Code settings allow specifying the timecode (TC) types used in variouscommunication protocols.Thes

Serial Sony VITCDescription Specifies the type of timecode used in communicationsbetween the Sony controller and the Edit Rec engine when thecontrolle

Channel Settings for Edit RecIntroductionThe Channel settings allow specifying the settings related to the channel behavior instop mode.These fields a

OSD Settings for Edit RecIntroductionThe OSD settings allow specifying the settings related to the OSD and information to bedisplayed on the monitorin

Display selDescription Specifies the field or combination of fields to be displayed onthe screen.• The TC is the Edit TC or the User TC in case the co

Name V-PosDescription Defines the vertical position of the edit name on the screen.Values 0 to 11Default value 03.6.4. Sony BVW SettingsIntroductionTh

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

2.2. Configuration Lines2.2.1. Chapter ContentsThe table below presents the topics of this section and shows whether the featuredescribed is available

VarID ParametersThis advanced settings page displays the VarID settings that are applicable only to theVDCP protocol. These settings enable the VDCP p

Uniqueness=LocalLength=32Format=ASCII1=2=3=4=5=6=;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;UniquenessDescription Specifies whether the VarID will be uniqu

VisibilityDescription Specifies the list of servers which will be visible on the variouscommunication ports that the protocol will use tocommunicate w

3.7. GPI Tab3.7.1. OverviewGPI TabThe GPI tab consists of one page in basic mode (there are no advanced parameters) in theserver-based application. Th

3.7.2. GPI SettingsIntroductionThe GPI Settings allow specifying the settings related to the GPI inputs and outputsfeatures.These fields are available

Note• For all protocols, except AVSP, use the channel assignment (PGM1 toPGM6) instead of the device protocol type (Sony BVW75, Odetics).• The AVSP pr

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

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

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

TallyDescription Activate or deactivate the tally function.Values Yes/NoDefault Value YesAdd Clip to PLDescription Selects the LSM ID of the playlist

2.2.2. Launching a ConfigurationIntroductionWhen the EVS server has initialized, the Multicam Setup window stays open, by default,until the operator s

3.8. Operations Tab3.8.1. OverviewOperation TabThe Operation tab consists of six pages in the basic mode in the server-based application.No advanced m

Clips SettingsSetting Name BasicOperationalSetupClips settings P1 to P2 2.1 to 2.3Automake clip for cam A/B/C/D P1 2.1Make clips rem. trains P1 2.1Gua

Playlist SettingsSetting Name BasicOperationalSetupPlaylist settings P2 3.1 to 3.3Video effect duration X 3.1Audio locked to video X 3.1Audio effect d

Miscellaneous SettingsSetting Name BasicOperationalSetupTimeline settings P3 4.1Mono per group X XProtection settings P3 5.1Protect pages X XClip edit

Controller SettingsSetting Name BasicOperationalSetupController settings P4 9.1 to 9.3Effect duration for take X 9.1Fast jog X 9.1PGM Speed/Var max X

Hypermotion and Cam Mapping SettingsSetting Name BasicOperationalSetupCam Mapping settings P5 10.1Authorize cam mapping X 10.1Hypermotion settings P5

3.8.2. OSD SettingsIntroductionThe OSD settings allow users to specify which and how the information will be displayedon the OSD.These fields are avai

OSD on outputsDescription Enables / disables the OSD on the play channels.Values Yes (default) / NoOSD on inputsDescription Enables / disables the OSD

Audio metersDescription Shows/hides the audio meters on the OSDValues Yes (default) / NoDB AdjustDescription Adjusts the value of the displayed audio

The following screenshot presents pages 1 and 2 of the Operation tab in the server-basedapplication, where the Clips settings are available, and highl

2.2.3. Editing a ConfigurationHow to Edit a ConfigurationIntroductionWhen the operator hits a key on the keyboard connected to the EVS server (within

Make clip rem. trainsAvailability This setting is only available if the license code 117 is valid.Description Allows users to clip all cameras of a re

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

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

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

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

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

Audio effect durationAvailability This setting is only available if the Audio locked to videosetting is set to 'No'.Description Sets the dur

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

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

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

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

3.8.6. Timeline SettingsIntroductionThe Timeline settings relate to the audio groups in timelines.These fields are available in the following interfac

3.8.7. Protection SettingsIntroductionThe Protection settings aim at protecting clips stored on the EVS server from deletion.These fields are availabl

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

3.8.8. Keywords SettingsIntroductionThe Keywords settings allow the management of keywords on the EVS server.These fields are available in the followi

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

3.8.9. Push SettingsIntroductionThe Push settings relate to the management of the Push function on the EVS server. ThePush function allows users to ea

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

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

3.8.10. Audio SettingsIntroductionThese fields are available in the following interfaces:• in the Multicam Configuration window, Operation tab, in the

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

1. In the Multicam Setup window, press P to call the Export Configuration Linescommand. The Export Configuration Lines window opens:◦ The left pane al

3.8.11. EVS Controller SettingsIntroductionThe EVS Controller settings gather all settings related to the behavior of the keys, lever orjog of the LSM

PGM Speed / var maxContext During playback, if PGM Speed or Var Max has been enabledin the secondary menu of the LSM Remote Panel, the leverrange will

Second lever rangeContext The lever can be used in normal mode to play back clips atslow motion speed from 0 to 100%. A secondary range isavailable to

Pointing deviceDescription Specifies the pointing device connected to the EVS server,and initializes it.If the tablet is not properly calibrated, this

PGM/PRV modeDescription Allows the user to select the PGM/PRV mode on the LCDdisplay as a function accessible from the A button on theLSMRemote Panel

Grab imageAvailability This setting is only available if the license code 177 is valid.Description Enables / disables an image grab when the MARKkey

WarningThe cam mapping feature and setting are only available if the license code 126,which allows the mapping of additional cameras, is valid.The fol

Cam XAvailability This setting is displayed for each available camera line thatcan be mapped to a network camera.Description Specifies the network cam

# ofRemotes1 2 3 4HypermotionModeHyperm.OnlyHyperm.+ LSMHyperm.OnlyHyperm.+ LSMHyperm.OnlyHyperm.+ LSMHyperm.OnlyHyperm.+ LSM1 OUTNA R1: PGM1+hyperm.R

WarningThe hypermotion feature and settings are only available if the license code 20,which allows controlling a hypermotion camera from the remote pa

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

Remote modeDescription Specifies the camera elements controlled by the server.Values • Hypermotion only:The server controls only the hypermotion camer

Dial SpeedDescription Defines the multiplication factor applied to the jog value.Values Range of values: 10x to 1000x (multiple of 10x)Default value 1

Set colour forDescription Applies the default color to a specific tool, either to the cursor,or to the border of the wipe effect or to the delimiter o

Split screen trackingDescription Enables or disables the auto-tracking in the split screen mode.Values Yes / NoDefault value NoPaint/target OSD mon.De

IP addressDescription Defines the IP address of the Epsio workstation on thenetwork when the Epsio connection is enabled via theExternal offside param

Glossary22R/CMAbbreviation standing for ‘2 record channels par codec module’. This fea-ture allows using the secondary link of the codec module of a r

Pphysical channelPhysical connection to a connector on a codec module of a V3X boardthat used and assigned as a player or record channel in a given co

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2. The Import Configuration Lines window opens:◦ The left pane allows the selection of the folder containing the configuration files tobe imported.◦ T

The Import configuration line window opens.2. Click Select next to the top field and select the configuration file you want to import.3. Tick the conf

2.2.7. Copying, Pasting and Deleting ConfigurationLinesHow to Copy/Paste Configuration LinesIn the Server-Based ApplicationWarningNote that copying a

In the Web-Based InterfaceTo delete a configuration line in the web-based interface, click the Delete icon next tothe configuration line you want to d

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

In the Server-Based ApplicationTo assign a server facility name in the server-based application, proceed as follows:1. In the Multicam Setup window, p

• The password is required to apply changes to configuration parameters in the server-based application and in the web-based interface.• On the Remote

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

How to Set the LAN PCTo set up the LAN PC on the EVS server, proceed as follows:1. In the Multicam Setup window, press L to call the Set LAN PC addres

How to Set the System Date and TimeTo set up the system date and time from the Multicam Setup window, proceed as follows:1. In the Multicam Setup wind

2.3.7. Configuring Server RaidsIntroductionWhen the EVS server is started, the server raids are automatically detected, and builtbased on the default

Requested Raid ConfigurationOverviewIn the Requested Raid Configuration, you can modify the following parameters in thedefault raid configuration:• Us

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

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

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

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

How to Enter License Codes with a Key NumberIn the Server-Based ApplicationTo enter a new license code delivered via a key number, proceed as follows:

Table of Contents1. INTRODUCTION 11.1. Introduction to the Configuration of EVS Servers 11.2. Introduction to the Manual 31.3. Starting the EVS Server

2.5. Server Maintenance2.5.1. Chapter ContentsThe table below presents the topics of this section and shows whether the describedfeatures available fr

ProcessThe hardware check runs the same steps and checks as the server boot process :1. MTPC check2. H3X check3. Video Codec check4. Quad booting5. Gi

ExitWhen exiting the Multicam application, a warning will appear to remind the operator thatone disk was disconnected, and invite him to perform a har

Rebuild ProcessIntroductionThe XT3 server is capable of performing a rebuild process of the RAID. This process canhappen either while the Multicam app

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

3. If several keyword files are stored on the USB key, press SPACEBAR until therequested file is selected on the left field.4. Press ENTER to import t

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

Overview on Configuration ParametersThe first topic of each section in the Multicam Configuration chapter gives you anoverview on the parameters avail

3.1.2. Overview on the Multicam ConfigurationWindowIntroductionIn the server-based and web-based interfaces, all server settings related to eachconfig

Display ModeThe settings in the Multicam Configuration window have been categorized as basic oradvanced settings depending on whether they are commonl

3.1.5. Navigating and Editing in the Setup Menus of the Remote Panel493.2. Server Tab 513.2.1. Overview 513.2.2. Video and Reference 523.2.3. Phase De

Web-Based User InterfaceThe following screenshot presents the 1sttab of the Multicam Configuration window in theweb-based interface, shown in advanced

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

Command description Command keyResetting all values of all settings in all tabs for theselected configurationSHIFT+F5Applying changes ALT+ALeaving wit

In Server- and Web-Based InterfacesDisplay and Checks of Modified ValuesOnce modified, the field values are displayed in blue color as long as the cha

Tab Name Setting NameNetwork tab All SDTI settings:• Speed• Net name• Net number• TypeNetwork tab All Gigabit Ethernet settings:• IP address• Subnet m

Accessing the Operational Setup MenuTo access the Operational Setup menu, proceed as follows:1. If you are in Playlist mode, press RECORD first to exi

Editing CommandsThe following table presents the commands to edit a setting in the Setup menus of theRemote Panel:Command description Command keySelec

3.2. Server Tab3.2.1. OverviewServer TabThe Server tab consists of a single page in the basic or advanced mode in the server-based application. It cov

Setting Name Basic AdvancedTechnicalSetupPC LAN groupP1IP Address X XSubnet Mask X XDefault Gateway X X3.2.2. Video and ReferenceVideo and Reference S

ResolutionDescription Vertical resolution used (number of white-to-black and black-to-white transitions that can be seen from the top to the bottomof

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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

Codec AvailabilityCodec Availability Depending on License CodesThe following table presents the codec availability for XT3 server depending on the lic

Codec Availability Depending on Codec Board TypeCodecV3XSD/HDSDProxy (Jpeg) XMjpeg (SD) XIMX XDVCPro 50 XHDMjpeg EVS (HD) XMjpeg Standard (HD) XMpeg 2

Bitrates and Recorded Lines in SD 625iCodec Type SD MJPEG Standard SD IMX (D10) DVCPro 50Bitrate 20-100 Mbps 30;40;50 Mbps 50 MbpsDefault bitrate 30 M

CodecAVIDDNxHD120MbpsAVIDDNxHD185MbpsAVIDDNxHD(10-bit)185MbpsAppleProRes422 LTAppleProRes422AppleProRes422 HQAppleProRes422 HQ(10-bit)Bitrate(Mbps)1-1

CodecAVIDDNxHD120MbpsAVIDDNxHD185MbpsAVIDDNxHD(10-bit)185MbpsAppleProRes422 LTAppleProRes422AppleProRes422 HQAppleProRes422 HQ(10-bit)Bitrate(Mbps)1-1

CodecAVIDDNxHD120MbpsAVIDDNxHD185MbpsAVIDDNxHD(10-bit)185MbpsAppleProRes422 LTAppleProRes422AppleProRes422 HQAppleProRes422 HQ(10-bit)Bitrate(Mbps)1-1

CodecAVIDDNxHD120MbpsAVIDDNxHD185MbpsAVIDDNxHD(10-bit)185MbpsAppleProRes422 LTAppleProRes422AppleProRes422 HQAppleProRes422 HQ(10-bit)Bitrate(Mbps)1-1

3.2.3. Phase Definition SettingsIntroductionThe Phase Definition settings are available on the Server tab in the server-basedapplication (1stpage) and

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

1. Introduction1.1. Introduction to the Configuration of EVSServersNew Configuration ModuleThe Multicam Setup application is used for configuration an

3.2.4. Interpolation SettingsIntroductionThe Interpolation settings are available on the Server tab in the server-based application(1stpage) and web-b

Four LinesDescription Enables or disables the four-line interpolation process.Values • No (default)• Yes3.2.5. PC LAN SettingsIntroductionThe PC LAN s

Subnet MaskDescription Range of logical addresses within the address space assignedto the MTPC board connection.Default GatewayDescription IP address

3.3. Channels Tab3.3.1. OverviewChannels TabThe Channels tab consists of maximum nine pages in the advanced mode in the server-based application, and

Setting Name Basic AdvancedTechnicalSetupSec. ctrl X XMode X XOSD XParameter Name Basic AdvancedTechnicalSetupAudio settings P2 P2 T2.7Audio connector

Parameter Name Basic AdvancedTechnicalSetupPrimary TC X XSMPTE 334M packetsmanagement settings— P8 T2.13Decoding X XEncoding X XCustom 1 / 2 XSD OUT E

The following screenshot presents the page 1 of the Channels tab, where the basesettings are available in the server-based application, and highlights

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

SLSM RecDescription Activates the slow motion recording, and allows defining thetype of SLSM recorder that is connected to the EVS server.This paramet

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

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

The following screenshot presents the page 1 of the Channels tab, where the port settingsare available in the server-based application, and highlights

Channels and Control SettingsIntroductionThe Channel and Control settings mainly allow specifying which controllers (main andpossibly secondary) have

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

OSDDescription Specifies which device (main or secondary controller) willmanage the OSD display characters in parallel mode.Values Two values are poss

Remote IPDP AVSP VDCP Sony EditRec Odetics DD35OdeticsF&KVDCPF&KLinX1 PGM2 PGM2> 2 PGM1 REC1> 1 REC1 PGM+ 1 RECSeveral PGM+ 1 RECSeveral

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

Remote IPDP AVSP VDCP Sony EditRec Odetics DD35OdeticsF&KVDCPF&KLinX1 PGM2 PGM> 2 PGM1 REC 1> 1 REC1 PGM+ 1 RECSeveral PGM+ 1 RECSeveral

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

Secondary >Primary vRemote IPDP AVSP VDCP Sony EditRec Odetics DD35 LinXOdeticsF&KVDCPF&KLinX- -Odetics F&K- -VDCP F&K- -Parallel m

The following screenshot presents page 7 of the Channels tab, where the Recordersettings are available in the server-based application, and highlights

• The Remote Control panel now includes:◦ a technical setup menu that gives access to the most commonly used technicalsettings.◦ an operational setup

Rec Auto StartAvailability This setting is displayed when a Spotbox or Serverconfiguration is running.Description Automatic start of the record channe

ConditionsThe Mix on one channel feature is available in the following conditions:• with a valid license code 31• with V3X codec modules• with a suffi

Mix on One Channel SettingsIntroductionThe Mix on One Channel settings allow specifying whether the secondary link of thecodec module (J3) of the play

3.3.3. Supported ConfigurationsGeneral Information on Supported ConfigurationsOverview on Supported Configuration TypesAn XT3 server, equipped with V3

Depending on the mode and on the chassis, the number of record and play channels thatcan be operated may vary. The following table shows the minimum a

• The primary links mentioned in the tables of this section correspond to the upperconnectors of a codec module.◦ J8 for IN connectors◦ J7 for OUT co

Clip and Record Train Compatibility on XT3 Servers• Clips are compatible across all Multicam configurations including Super LSM.• Record trains are al

IN4/OUT1 IN3/OUT2 IN2/OUT3 IN1/OUT4#REC #PLAYPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.LinkPrim.LinkSec.Link0 3 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX31

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

Example: 4REC + 2PLAYThe BNC connectors to be used as record and play channels in a standard 4REC 2PLAYconfiguration need to be cabled as shown below: