EVS XT-3 Manuel d'utilisateur

Configuration ManualVersion 11.00 - November 2011Production & Playout Server

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

User InterfacesThe Multicam Setup window contains six areas highlighted and described below.These areas contain similar information in both web-based

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

# Name of area Description5. Task bar (Server-based application) displays commandsfor the main actions in the window.For more information, See "N

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

Tools MenuTo call a Tools command, simply click on the command in the Tools menu. This will openthe corresponding window.6 2. Multicam SetupEVS Broadc

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

Automatic LaunchFrom the server-based application, it is possible to set the server so that the last usedconfiguration line is automatically launched

Invalid ConfigurationInvalid configuration lines are easily detected in the server-based application:• When a configuration line becomes invalid, a re

2.2.5. Exporting and Importing Configuration LinesHow to Export Configuration LinesIn the Server-Based ApplicationNoteIn the server-based application,

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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

How to Import Configuration LinesIn the Server-Based ApplicationNoteIn the server-based application, the configuration lines are imported from a USBke

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 theEVS

2.2.6. Changing the Position of Configuration LinesIn the Server-Based ApplicationTo move a configuration line up in the list in the server-based appl

In the Web-Based InterfaceThe feature to copy and paste configuration lines is not available as such in the web-based application.You can however use

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 Web-Based InterfaceTo assign a server facility name in the web-based interface, proceed as follows:1. From the Multicam Setup window, click Ass

Enabling Changes to Configuration ParametersIn the Server-Based ApplicationWhen the password protection is active, the following message is displayed

2.3.4. Setting the Server LAN PC AddressIntroductionThe MTPC board of an EVS server allows interaction with other EVS hardware on a setupvia the LAN P

2.3.5. Setting the Server Date and TimeIntroductionThe Set Date and Time command allows you to adjust the system time & date from theMulticam Setu

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2.3.6. Setting the Default Output To VGA/VideoIntroductionBetween the PC boot and the I/O boot, the video driver is loaded. The Default Output toVGA/V

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

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

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 contains the information mentioned below:Ar

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

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:

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. Gig

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

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 DisksThis function is used to erase all media from the RAID disk array.WarningThis will definitely delete all video and audio da

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 RemarksPrior to using Multicam, the operator should set all ne

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

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

• The Display mode (basic or advanced) is specified in the top right corner.Web-Based User InterfaceThe following screenshot presents the 1sttab of th

3.1.3. Navigation 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

3.1.5. Navigation and Editing in the Setup Menus of the Remote Panel413.2. Server Tab 433.2.1. Overview 433.2.2. Video and Reference 443.2.3. Phase De

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

3.2.2. Video and ReferenceVideo and Reference SettingsIntroductionThe Video and Reference settings are available on the Server tab in the server-based

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

BitrateDescription Number of megabits processed per second (Mbps)The bitrate depends on the codec.Values For detailed information on bitrates per code

GenlockDescription Specifies the type of genlock signal, the status and the framesynchronizer mode.Values Type: 'Blackburst' or 'Tri-Sy

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

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

Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 720p (50 Hz)HD MJPEGEVSHD MJPEGStandardHD MPEG2IntraDVCProHDAVCIntra 100AVCIntra 50Bitrate(Mbps)20-360 20-36

Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 720p(59.94 Hz)HD MJPEGEVSHD MJPEGStandardHD MPEG2IntraDVCProHDAVCIntra 100AVCIntra 50Bitrate(Mbps)20-360 20-

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

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

GlossaryMMulticam Configuration windowWindow in the server-based and web-based Multicam Setup applicationfrom where you can define all configuration p

following URL pattern: http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/cfgweb/ where the crossescorrespond to the EVS server IP address of the PC LAN of the EVSserver.XT3 Serv

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

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

1.3. Starting the EVS ServerIntroductionWhen switching on the EVS server, the first step is the PC boot sequence, followed bythe boot of the video I/O