Configuration Manual
Version 11.00
Production & Playout Server
XT3 Server-Version 11.00-Configuration Manual
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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.
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Help > About menu in the user interface.
You will find the full list of addresses and phone numbers of local offices either at the end
of this user manual (for manuals on hardware products) or at the following page on the
EVS website: http://www.evs.tv/contacts.
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Table of Contents
1. INTRODUCTION 1
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 6
2.1. Overview of User Interfaces 6
2.1.1. Overview on the Setup Areas 6
2.1.2. Navigability and Commands 9
2.2. Configuration Lines 11
2.2.1. Chapter Contents 11
2.2.2. Launching a Configuration 12
2.2.3. Editing a Configuration 13
2.2.4. Renaming Configuration Lines 14
2.2.5. Exporting and Importing Configuration Lines 14
2.2.6. Changing the Position of Configuration Lines 18
2.2.7. Copying, Pasting and Deleting Configuration Lines 19
2.3. Server Parameters 21
2.3.1. Chapter Contents 21
2.3.2. Assigning a Server Facility Name 21
2.3.3. Activating and Deactivating the Password Protection 22
2.3.4. Setting the Server LAN PC Address 24
2.3.5. Setting the Server Date and Time 25
2.3.6. Setting the Default Output To VGA/Video 26
2.3.7. Configuring Server Raids 27
2.4. Licenses and Maintenance 29
2.4.1. Overview on Options Codes Management 29
2.4.2. Options Codes Management Window 30
2.4.3. Entering and Removing License Codes 32
2.5. Server Maintenance 34
2.5.1. Chapter Contents 34
2.5.2. Rebooting the EVS Server 34
2.5.3. Hardware Check 34
2.5.4. Clearing Video Disks 38
2.5.5. Calibrating a Touch Screen 38
2.5.6. Importing and Exporting Keyword Files 38
2.5.7. Exporting Log Files 39
3. MULTICAM CONFIGURATION 40
3.1. Overview on User Interfaces 40
3.1.1. Introduction 40
3.1.2. Overview on the Multicam Configuration Window 42
3.1.3. Navigating and Editing in the Multicam Configuration Window
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3.1.4. Overview on the Setup Menus in the Remote Panel 48
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3.1.5. Navigating and Editing in the Setup Menus of the Remote Panel
3.2. Server Tab 51
3.2.1. Overview 51
3.2.2. Video and Reference 52
3.2.3. Phase Definition Settings 62
3.2.4. Interpolation Settings 64
3.2.5. PC LAN Settings 65
3.3. Channels Tab 67
3.3.1. Overview 67
3.3.2. Channels 69
3.3.3. Supported Configurations 87
3.3.4. Audio 111
3.3.5. Timecode and Data Insertion 128
3.4. Network Tab 136
3.4.1. Overview 136
3.4.2. SDTI Settings 137
3.4.3. Gigabit Ethernet Settings 140
3.5. Monitoring Tab 142
3.5.1. Overview 142
3.5.2. Multiviewer Settings 143
3.5.3. OSD Settings 146
3.5.4. Downconverted Outputs Settings 148
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3.6. Protocol Tab 151
3.6.1. Overview 151
3.6.2. RS422 Protocols Settings 152
3.6.3. EditRec 153
3.6.4. Sony BVW Settings 162
3.6.5. RS422VarID Settings 163
3.7. GPI Tab 167
3.7.1. Overview 167
3.7.2. GPI Settings 168
3.7.3. Tally Settings 172
3.8. Operations Tab 174
3.8.1. Overview 174
3.8.2. OSD Settings 180
3.8.3. Audio Meters OSD Settings 181
3.8.4. Clips Settings 182
3.8.5. Playlist Settings 188
3.8.6. Timeline Settings 194
3.8.7. Protection Settings 195
3.8.8. Keywords Settings 197
3.8.9. Push Settings 199
3.8.10. Audio Settings 202
3.8.11. EVS Controller Settings 204
3.8.12. Cam Mapping Settings 209
3.8.13. Hypermotion Management 211
3.8.14. Hypermotion Controller Settings 212
3.8.15. Special Effects Settings 215
GLOSSARY 219
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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, …).
With the release of Multicam 11, a new configuration module has been implemented
aiming at simplifying and clarifying the EVS server management and configuration tasks.
The new configuration module has been developed along the lines presented in this
section.
Consolidation into a Single User Interface
The server can now be fully configured from a single user interface.
The user interface includes:
• a setup section presented on one page with two main areas which give access to the
configuration lines and the most used maintenance commands:
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• 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.
• the filtering of the parameters displayed
The parameters are only displayed when they are applicable to the chassis type, the
video standard and option codes.
Parameter Changes While Server is Running
Changes to most parameters can now be performed and will be taken into account while
the server is running.
Clarification of Audio Configurations
The audio configurations are more open and more easily configurable as it is now possible
to:
• modify the audio parameters while the server is running
• configure individual outputs for Embedded, Digital and Analog audio.
• configure audio monitoring settings directly from the Remote Control panel.
Configuration Available from Server, Web and Remote
Panel
You can configure the EVS server using one of the three available tools:
• The server-based application (VGA) features all settings and commands for the setup
and configuration.
• The newly designed web-based interface is equivalent to the server-based application
and enables engineers to configure the EVS server remotely.
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• 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.
The following table gives an overview on the features available in each user interface:
Setup Window Configuration Window
EVS Server Configuration
Technical
Settings
Server-Based
Application
web-based
interface
Remote Panel No Yes
(except some Tools
Yes Yes
Yes
commands)
(Technical Setup
(tabs 1-6)
Yes
(tabs 1-6)
F0)
1.2. Introduction to the Manual
Merging of Former Manuals
The XT3 server Configuration manual is the successor of the former Software Technical
Reference manual and Multicam Configuration manual.
Both manuals have been merged into a single manual due to the in-depth reorganization of
the software modules that allow configuring the EVS video servers. The Configuration
manual is server-related.
Operational
Settings
Yes
(tab 7)
Yes
(tab 7)
Yes
(Setup Menu
SHIFT+D)
Note
This version of the XT3 Configuration manual has been completed compared to
the version issued with the Multicam 11.00 release.
Documented User Interfaces
The Server Configuration manual deals with all user interfaces used to configure
Multicam: server-based application, web-based interface, and LSM Remote Panel.
• On the one hand, the information on navigability and editing commands, specific to the
user interface, is described in clearly separated sections.
• On the other hand, the reference information on and the description of configuration
parameters are described in common sections valid for all user interfaces. A clear
overview shows whether and where the parameters are available in each user
interface.
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Configuration Manual Structure
The Server Configuration manual is organized in two sections:
• A section dedicated to the Multicam Setup window that mainly features:
◦ the configurations lines and their management
◦ the functions related to server administration and maintenance.
• A section dedicated to the Multicam Configuration window, organized in seven tabs,
which describes all server configuration parameters that can be defined for each
configuration line. The section includes:
◦ the parameter description itself
◦ other server-related information needed for the configuration
1.3. 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.
For more information, see section "Configuration Lines" on page 11.
• Define the configuration parameters for each configuration line you will need.
In this step, you will define, among others, the channel configuration for the selected
configuration line, as well as audio and video parameters for the EVS server.
For more information, see the section See "Multicam Configuration" on page 40.
When Starting the EVS Server After Initial Configuration
After the initial configuration, you will select a configuration line and press ENTER to run
the server in this configuration. See also the section See "Launching a Configuration" on
page 12. As soon as the EVS server is launched in a configuration, it starts the loop
recording process.
1.4. Accessing the Web-Based Interface
Prerequisite
When the EVS server is started, you can access the web-based interface of the Multicam
Setup application for that EVS server from any machine (PC or server) that is on the same
network range as the EVS server. You can use any browser to open the web-based
interface.
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Procedure
To be able to open the web-based interface in a browser, you need to know the IP address
of the PC LAN of the EVS server. For more information, see section "Setting the Server
LAN PC Address" on page 24.
In your browser, enter the following URL: http://xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx/cfgweb/ where the
crosses correspond to the PC LAN IP address of the EVS server you want to access.
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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 opens first 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.
• perform some administration and maintenance tasks on the EVS server.
• view summary information on the EVS server and the selected configuration line.
This is available in both server-based and web-based Multicam Setup applications.
Both user interfaces include the same features, except that the Tools menu offers fewer
commands in the web-based user interface.
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:
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The following screenshot presents the Multicam Setup window in the web-based
interface:
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:
• Multicam version
• server facility name (if any)
• chassis type
• server serial number
2. Configuration Lines This area shows all configurations the EVS server can
run:
• 16 configurations lines are available on an EVS
server. A default configuration is defined behind all
configuration lines, even if no name is assigned to
the configuration line.
• Each configuration line contains all configuration
parameters, which allow a very flexible
configuration of the EVS server.
For more information, see section "Configuration Lines"
on page 11.
3. Tools This area provides the main commands for server
administration and maintenance.
For more information, click the Tools command below
to go to the dedicated sections in the Multicam Setup
chapter:
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# Name of area Description
• Import/export configuration lines
• Assign server facility name
• Import/export keyword files
• Export log files
• Options code management
• Hardware check
• Raid Configuration
• Set LAN PC address
• Set date and time
• Clear video disks
• Touch screen calibration
• Default to VGA
• Reboot
• Enable password for technical settings
4. Configuration
Summary
This area shows a summary of the server parameters
for the configuration line selected in the Configuration
Lines area.
The summary displays the following information:
1. codec type - bitrate - video standard
2. based config - INs/OUTs - No. audios
3. SDTI No. - server name - server type
5. Task bar The Taks bar (Server-based application) displays
commands for the main actions in the window.
For more information, See "Navigability and
Commands" on page 9.
5'. Status bar The Status bar (web-based interface) displays:
• the Multicam Setup application status
• the date and time of the last refresh
• the Refresh button
6. Server Information This area displays the following information on the EVS
server:
• genlock status (OK or bad)
• timecode and timecode status (OK or bad)
• IP address of the LAN PC
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2.1.2. Navigability and Commands
In the Server-Based Application
General Navigability
The following table presents the general commands to navigate in the Multicam Setup
window:
Command description Command key
Moving the cursor to the first item of the Tools menu F9
Moving the cursor to the first configuration line ESC
Moving down in the list of editable items
(configuration lines and Tools commands)
Moving up in the list of editable items SHIFT+TAB
Displaying a Help window that gives a summary of
the commands
TAB
F1
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.
Entering the Configuration window to edit the settings
related to a selected line
F8
Renaming a configuration line CTRL + F1
Deleting a configuration line CTRL + DELETE
See "Configuration Lines" on page 11 for more commands on configuration lines.
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Tools Menu
Command description Command key
Selecting a tool command Pressing the shortcut key
Calling a tool command ENTER on the selected
In the Web-Based Interface
Note
To be sure that changes have been taken into account in the web-based
interface, refresh regularly the page by clicking the Refresh button in the
status bar.
(between brackets in the
command name)
command
Configuration Lines
Command description Command icon
Renaming the configuration line
Entering the Configuration window to edit the settings related the
configuration line
Deleting the configuration line
Starting the server with the corresponding configuration line
Tools Menu
To call a Tools command, simply click on the command in the Tools menu. This will open
the corresponding window.
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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.
Features Server-Based
"Launching a Configuration" on page 12 Yes Yes
"Editing a Configuration" on page 13 Yes Yes
"Renaming Configuration Lines" on page 14 Yes Yes
"Exporting and Importing Configuration Lines" on page
14
"Exporting and Importing Configuration Lines" on page
14
"Changing the Position of Configuration Lines" on page
18
"Changing the Position of Configuration Lines" on page
18
"Copying, Pasting and Deleting Configuration Lines" on
page 19
"Copying, Pasting and Deleting Configuration Lines" on
page 19
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
Yes Yes
WebBased
(one by
one)
(indirectly)
(indirectly)
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2.2.2. Launching a Configuration
Introduction
When the EVS server has initialized, the Multicam Setup window stays open, by default,
until the operator selects the requested configuration line and launches it.
How to Manually Launch a Configuration
In the Server-Based Application
To start a configuration 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. Press ENTER to run the configuration line on the EVS server.
In the Web-Based Interface
To start a configuration in the web-based interface, click the Launch icon next to the
configuration line you want to launch.
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. This configuration line is now
highlighted in black (no longer in green) to indicate the automatic launch is active. The last
used configuration line will then be launched automatically after a five seconds' delay the
next time the EVS server will be restarted.
If you want to change the configuration line to be launched, you need to rapidly hit a key on
the keyboard connected to the EVS server within five seconds after the Multicam Setup
window has been displayed. Then, the Multicam Setup window will stay open and let you
select another configuration.
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2.2.3. Editing a Configuration
How to Edit a Configuration
Introduction
When the operator hits a key on the keyboard connected to the EVS server (within five
seconds if the automatic launch of a configuration is active), the Multicam Setup window
stays open, and the operator can select and enter the selected configuration to edit it.
16 configurations lines are available on an EVS server. A default configuration is defined
behind all configuration lines, even if no name is assigned to the configuration line.
Each configuration line contains all configuration parameters, which allow a very flexible
configuration of the EVS server.
In the Server-Based Application
To edit a configuration line 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. Press F8.
The Configuration window opens. See the section See "Multicam Configuration" on
page 40 to edit the configuration parameters.
3. When the configuration is defined for a given line, press ALT+A in the Configuration
window to validate the changes
4. Press ESC to come back to the Setup window.
In the Web-Based Interface
To edit a configuration line in the web-based interface, proceed as follows:
1. Click the Edit icon for the configuration line you want to configure.
The Configuration window opens. Refer to the section See "Multicam Configuration"
on page 40 to edit the configuration parameters.
2. When the configuration is defined for the given line, click Apply to validate, and then
Quit to come back to the Setup window.
Invalid Configuration
Invalid configuration lines are easily detected in the server-based application:
• 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. When the operator
acknowledges the message, the pages including the invalid parameters are displayed
with the invalid parameters selected.
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2.2.4. Renaming Configuration Lines
Introduction
When the EVS server is delivered, default names are assigned to the configuration lines.
You can change them as explained below.
In the Server-Based Application
To rename the configuration line 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. Press CTRL+F1.
The line if highlighted in pink and the cursor blinks on the first character.
3. Type the new name for the configuration line taking the following into account:
◦ The space bar allows you to delete the selected character.
◦ The LEFT ARROW and RIGHT ARROW keys allow you to move the cursor
position on the line.
4. Press ENTER to validate the new name.
The new name is assigned to the configuration line and reflected in all user interfaces.
In the Web-Based Interface
To rename the configuration line in the web-based interface, proceed as follows:
1. Click the Rename button next to the configuration line you want to rename.
2. In the Rename dialog box, type the new configuration name.
3. Click OK.
The new name is assigned to the configuration line and reflected in all user interfaces.
2.2.5. 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:
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1. In the Multicam Setup window, press P to call the Export Configuration Lines
command. The Export Configuration Lines window opens:
◦ The left pane allows the selection of the configuration lines to be exported
◦ The right pane allows the selection of the location where the export folder will be
created on the USB key.
2. If requested, change the name of the folder the configuration lines will be exported to:
◦ By default, the folder name, displayed in the upper right corner, follows the
pattern: <server facility name_current date> where the date has the YYMMDD
format.
◦ To change the export folder name, type the requested name. You can do this any
time in the procedure.
3. If requested, change the selection of configuration lines selected for export on the left
pane:
◦ By default, all configuration lines are selected for export (orange font).
◦ To deselect a line, use the UP ARROWor DOWN ARROW key to highlight it in
green, and press SPACEBAR. The deselected lines turn white.
4. Press TAB to shift the focus to the right pane.
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 <Root> 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 .lin file) on the USB key, a message opens
to confirm the export. Click OKto acknowledge the message.
In the Web-Based Interface
Note
In the web-based interface, it is only possible to export configuration lines one
by one.
To export configuration lines from an EVS server in the web-based interface, proceed as
follows:
1. From the Multicam Setup window, click Export configuration lines in the Tools
menu.
The Export configuration lines window opens:
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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 save the export configuration file (.lin file) and, if
requested, change the file name.
5. Click Save.
The export file is saved at the requested location.
If you want to export several configuration lines, repeat this operation for all requested
configuration lines.
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 the 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 deactivate the password
protection. Otherwise, you will only be able to import the operational settings of
the configuration lines selected for import.
1. In the Multicam Setup window, press M to call the Import Configuration Lines
command.
A message informs you that the USB key is being parsed for the detection of folders
containing configuration files (.lin files).
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2. The Import Configuration Lines window opens:
◦ The left pane allows the selection of the folder containing the configuration files to
be imported.
◦ The right pane allows the selection of the configuration lines to be imported onto
the EVS server.
3. On the left pane, use the UP ARROWor DOWN ARROW key to highlight the folder
that contains the configuration file you want to import.
When the folder is selected, the right pane shows:
◦ in orange the configuration lines that will be imported to the server.
The lines are imported onto the same position and with the same name as in the
export file.
◦ in white the configuration lines that will remain unchanged on the EVS server (no
import).
4. Press TAB to shift the focus to the right pane.
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 ARROWor 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.
A warning message informs you about which configuration lines will be imported, and
tells the next screen will allow you to select which settings to replace.
7. Select 'Yes' using the RIGHT ARROW, and press ENTER.
8. In the Select settings to replace window, select the type of settings you want to import
for the selected configuration lines:
a. Press SPACEBAR to select or deselect a settings type.
b. Press TAB to move to the next settings type.
c. Repeat these steps for all settings types you want to import.
9. Press ENTER to start the import process.
In the Web-Based Interface
Note
In the web-based interface, it is only possible to import configuration lines one
by one.
To import configuration lines onto an EVS server in the web-based interface, proceed as
follows:
1. From the Multicam Setup window, click Import configuration lines in the Tools menu.
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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 configuration line to be replaced on the EVS server.
4. Click Import.
The configuration line is imported with its original name onto the selected configuration
line on the EVS server.
2.2.6. 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.
◦ To move the selected line down, press CTRL + DOWN ARROW.
In the Web-Based Interface
The feature to move configuration lines up and down in the list of configuration lines is not
available as such in the web-based interface.
You can however use the import and export feature to change the position of lines in the
list of configuration lines.
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2.2.7. Copying, Pasting and Deleting Configuration Lines
How to Copy/Paste Configuration Lines
In the Server-Based Application
Warning
Note that copying a line onto another position will erase the configuration on
the selected position.
To copy and paste a configuration line 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. Press CTRL+C to copy the line to the clipboard.
3. With the UP ARROWand DOWN ARROW keys, move to the position where you
want to copy the line.
4. Press CTRL + V to paste the line to the selected position.
5. Press ENTER to confirm that you agree to replace the former configuration line by the
one copied on the selected position.
In the Web-Based Interface
The feature to copy and paste configuration lines is not available as such in the webbased interface.
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 will automatically be deleted,
without prior warning message.
In the Server-Based Application
To delete a configuration line 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. Press CTRL+D to delete the line.
The line is directly deleted.
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In the Web-Based Interface
To delete a configuration line in the web-based interface, click the Delete icon next to
the configuration line you want to delete.
The configuration line is directly deleted.
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2.3. Server Parameters
2.3.1. Chapter Contents
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.
Commands Server-Based
"Assigning a Server Facility Name" on page 21 Yes Yes
"Activating and Deactivating the Password Protection"
on page 22
"Setting the Server LAN PC Address" on page 24 Yes No
"Setting the Server Date and Time" on page 25 Yes No
"Setting the Default Output To VGA/Video" on page 26 Yes No
"Configuring Server Raids" on page 27 Yes No
Yes No
2.3.2. Assigning a Server Facility Name
Introduction
You can assign a facility name to the EVS server. It allows the identification of the EVS
server with a dedicated name, besides the server's serial number. This name is
independent from any configuration.
The server facility name differs from the server net name, which can vary from a
configuration to the other as it is defined in the configuration parameters.
The server facility name is displayed in the title bar of the Multicam setup and
configuration windows, as well as on the OSD (on-screen display).
WebBased
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In the Server-Based Application
To assign a server facility name in the server-based application, proceed as follows:
1. In the Multicam Setup window, press F to call the Assign server facility name
command. A dialog box opens:
2. Type the server facility name and press ENTER.
The facility name is directly assigned and displayed in the Title bar, as well as on the
OSD.
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. Activating and Deactivating the Password Protection
Activating the Password on the EVS Server
Introduction
The administrator can protect the EVS server with a password. This password protection
prevents unauthorized users from changing configuration settings. It does not prevent
from using operational commands.
The password protection can only be activated and deactivated from the server-based
application.
The password protection has the following impact on the various user interfaces:
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• The password is required to apply changes to configuration parameters in the server-
based application and in the web-based interface.
• On the Remote Panel, the Technical Setup menu is not available.
How to Activate a Password on the EVS Server
To activate a password on the EVS server, proceed as follows:
1. In the Multicam Setup window, press W to call the Enable password command. A
warning message opens.
2. Read the warning message carefully. Press the RIGHT ARROW key to select 'Yes'
and press ENTER to activate the password protection.
The password protection is directly active in all user interfaces, for all configuration
parameters on all configuration lines.
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 save changes to configuration parameters in
a session.
In the Web-Based Interface
When the password protection is active, the Multicam Configuration window is
completely dimmed and a closed lock icon is displayed at the top of the window:
To enable changes in configuration parameters during the browser session, proceed as
follows:
1. Click the Lock icon .
2. Enter the password on the dialog box that is displayed.
3. Press OK.
The close lock icon changes to an open lock icon , and the parameters can be
modified and saved for the browser session.
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How to Deactivate the Password on the EVS Server
Once the password protection is active, it can only be deactivated from the server-based
application as follows:
1. In the Multicam Setup window, press W to call the Enable password command.
A message opens to warn you that you are about to remove the password protection:
2. Press the RIGHT ARROW key to select 'Yes' and press ENTER
3. Type the password in the dialog box that opens, and press ENTER to validate:
The password protection is directly removed from all user interfaces.
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.
Settings
The MTPC board connection settings are described in the table below:
Setting Description
IP Address Specifies the IP address to connect to the port #1 of the MTPC board on
the server. The IP addresses 0.0.0.0 and 255.255.255.255 are not
allowed.
Subnet Mask Specifies the range of logical addresses within the address space
assigned to the MTPC board connection.
Default
Gateway
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Specifies the IP address of the router on the network that the MTPC
board can use as an access point to external networks.
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How to Set the LAN PC
To 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 address command.
The following window opens:
2. In this window, type the IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway. Use the TAB
key to move from one field to the other.
3. Press ENTER to validate the definition of the LAN PC settings.
The LAN PC settings will automatically be taken into account when you launch a
configuration line.
2.3.5. 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.
Supported Formats
The supported date format is DD-MM-YYYY, as shown in the example below:
• 15-03-2011 for March 15, 2011
The supported time format is hh:mm:ss, as shown in the example below
• 22:58:00 for 22 h 58 min 00 sec (24-hour display)
A warning message will inform you if the format you try to use is not valid.
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How to Set the System Date and Time
To set up the system date and time from the Multicam Setup window, proceed as follows:
1. In the Multicam Setup window, press T to call the System date and time command.
The following window opens:
2. In this window, type:
◦ the date in the DD/MM/YYYY format
◦ the time in the hh:mm:ss format (24-hour display)
using TAB to move from one field to the other.
3. Press ENTER to apply the changes to the system date and time.
The date and time you have entered here will automatically be taken into account when
you launch a configuration.
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. This mode sends a video CVBS output on the VGA connector,
which allows the VGA screen to be displayed on a standard composite video monitor
using the VGA <==> BNC adapter provided with the unit.
Note
When a configuration has been launched, you can still switch from one mode
to the other with ALT + BACKSPACE.
How to Change the Default Output
By pressing E, the shortcut key to the Default Output command, the default output will
automatically toggle from one mode to the other.
The parameter displayed on the Multicam Setup window corresponds to the active value.
This means that when the parameter displayed is 'Default to VGA', the active mode is the
VGA mode.
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2.3.7. Configuring Server Raids
Introduction
When the EVS server is started, the server raids are automatically detected, and built
based on the default settings described in the 'Default Raid Configuration' section below.
You can view the default raid configuration and modify it from the Raid Configuration
window. This window is only available in the server-based application.
Note
Only SAS drives from EVS can be used as they are specifically configured to
work with EVS video servers.
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.
The Current Configuration area, in the lower part of the Raid Configuration window,
provides raid and disk status information..
Default Raid Configuration
At the first start, the software builds the raids using the following settings:
• If internal and external storage are detected, both are used.
• (5+1) raid configuration with a maximum of 5 spares is used. First, all the raids are
built. The remaining disks are used as spare disks. The construction of raids starts
with internal arrays and carries on with external arrays. A raid can be created across
several hardware arrays.
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Requested Raid Configuration
Overview
In the Requested Raid Configuration, you can modify the following parameters in the
default raid configuration:
• Use of internal and/or external storage.
• Use of spare disks.
• Number of raids to be used.
To modify one of these parameters, press TAB to select the requested field, and
SPACEBAR to select the requested value, or type the requested value.
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. When both
storage types are available, the following values are
possible:
• Internal only
• External + Internal
• External only
Number of raids Specifies the number of raids you want to use.
Type the number of raids you want to use.
Raid configuration
type
Specifies the raid configuration type.
The software is able to handle two raid organizations:
• (4+1): raid of 5 disks
• (5+1): raid of 6 disks
Current Raid Configuration
This area is used to display the raid status for the selected configuration when the EVS
server is running a configuration.
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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.
The license keys are managed from the Options codes management window. This
window is available in both the server-based application and the web-based interface.
Note
When a temporary license code is about to expire within two weeks or is
expired, the system will warn the operator when the Multicam Setup window
opens.
Accessing the Options Codes Management Window
To open the Options codes management window in the server-based application, press O
from the Multicam Setup window.
To open the Option codes management window in the web-based interface, click Options
code management in the Tools menu from the Multicam Setup window.
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2.4.2. Options Codes Management Window
In the Server-Based Application
The window features three areas which contain the information mentioned below:
Area Description
Upper area List of key settings related to the EVS server:
• 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.
• User: The user name is a label for information's sake only.
• Chassis: Type of mainframe. If this value is wrong, audio and
video routing inside the system will not work properly.
• PSU type: Type of CPU installed on the chassis: standard or
hot swap.
• Key date and time: Expiration date & time for temporary
license codes. Not available when the permanent codes are
installed.
Central area All codes available for the given server chassis.
Next to each code name, the code number, the type of license
(permanent, temporary, demo, or 'not granted'), as well as the
expiration date are mentioned.
Lower area Area where you can enter new license codes manually.
The commands on how to import new license code from files are
specified.
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In the Web-Based Interface
The window features two areas which contain the information mentioned below:
Area Description
Central area All codes available for the given server chassis for which a
license key has been granted and is still valid.
Next to each code name, the code number is mentioned.
Lower area Area where you can enter new license codes manually or upload a
license code file.
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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.
Once the license codes have been entered, the corresponding options or features are
automatically active when you launch a configuration, without having to reboot the server.
How to Enter License Codes from a COD File
In the Server-Based Application
To enter a new license code delivered via a COD file, proceed in one of the following
ways:
1. Copy the .COD file on a USB key that you connect to the USBport of the EVS server.
2. From the Multicam Setup window, press Oto open the Options codes management
window.
3. Press simultaneously ALT+ U keys.
OR
1. Copy manually the .COD file to the C:\ drive of the EVS server
2. In the Multicam Setup menu, press Oto open the Options codes management
window.
3. Press simultaneously ALT+ F keys.
The license codes will be read from the .COD file and updated into the system. Next to
the line corresponding to the code, the license type, and the expiration date, if any, are
displayed.
In the Web-Based Interface
To enter a new license code delivered via a COD file, proceed as follows:
1. Copy the .COD file onto a drive available from your PC.
2. From the Multicam Setup window, click Options code management in the Tools
menu to open the Options code management window.
3. Click the Browse button, select the .COD file and click Open.
4. Click Submit.
The license codes will be read from the local file and updated into the system.
The lines corresponding to the new codes area added to the code list.
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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 Oto open the Options codes management
window.
2. Type the code you have received. It will automatically be typed in the Validation Code
field:
3. Press ENTER.
Next to the line corresponding to the activated codes, the license type and the expiration
date (if any) are displayed.
In the Web-Based Interface
To enter a new license code delivered via a key number, proceed as follows:
1. From the Multicam Setup window, click Options code management in the Tools
menu to open the Options code management window.
2. Type the code number in the first field of the Add new code group box:
3. Click Submit.
The lines corresponding to the new codes are added to the code list.
How to Remove a License Code
You can remove a license code from the server-based application. Proceed as follows:
1. Press the UPARROW and DOWNARROW keys to move inside the options list and
select the option to be removed.
2. When the option is selected (highlighted in white), press simultaneously CTRL+
DELETE on the keyboard.
3. Confirm the deletion of the option with ENTER.
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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.
Commands Server-Based
"Rebooting the EVS Server" on page 34 Yes No
"Hardware Check" on page 34 Yes No
"Clearing Video Disks" on page 38 Yes No
"Calibrating a Touch Screen" on page 38 Yes No
"Importing and Exporting Keyword Files" on page 38 Yes No
"Exporting Log Files" on page 39 Yes No
2.5.2. Rebooting the EVS Server
To reboot the EVS server, press B from the Multicam Setup window, then RIGHT
ARROW and ENTER to validate the action.
2.5.3. Hardware Check
WebBased
Overview on the Hardware Check
Purpose
During the hardware check, the following actions are performed:
• Retrieving and checking relevant information related to the various boards installed on
the EVS server
• Verifying the validity of the data recorded on the video disk array
The hardware check is only available in the server-based application.
Tip
Hardware check is also used to rebuild the video and audio information after
replacing a faulty disk.
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Process
The hardware check runs the same steps and checks as the server boot process :
1. MTPC check
2. H3X check
3. Video Codec check
4. Quad booting
5. GigE download
6. Disk check
7. 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. The test
process is completed when the H3X board is initialized.
At the end of the hardware check, the hardware revisions information is displayed. The
information is logged in the bootwins.log.
Disk Errors and Disconnection
Disconnection
When one disk of the video raid array has sustained errors, Multicam automatically
disconnects that disk and uses the parity disk to rebuild the missing data and provide the
video and audio data blocks to the application. The operator can thus continue working
normally and the message “!Raid” appears on all monitoring outputs.
A message is displayed each time a disk is disconnected:
• if the faulty disk is a spare disk:
"Warning: a spare disk has been disconnected. The system will
operate normally on the remaining disks.
At the next opportunity
please consider replacing the faulty disk. It can be identified
in the Shift-F5 screen or in the EVS - RAID configuration menu.
[Enter]=Continue"
• if the faulty disk is contained in a RAID:
"Warning: a disk has been disconnected. The system will operate
normally on the remaining disks. At the next opportunity
please consider replacing the faulty disk. It can be identified
in the Shift-F5 screen or in the EVS - RAID configuration menu.
[Enter]=Continue"
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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. It can
be identified in the Shift-F5 screen or in the EVS - RAID
configuration menu. [Enter]=Continue"
• if the faulty disk is contained in a RAID:
"Warning: a disk has been disconnected. At the next opportunity
please consider replacing the faulty disk. It can be identified
in the Shift-F5 screen or in the EVS - RAID configuration menu.
Restarting
[Enter]=Continue"
If the Multicam is restarted without the RAID being rebuilt, the following message is
displayed during the bootwins:
• if a spare disk is OK:
[ Bad ] SEAGATE ST9300603SS 3SE10H1J0006 279GB 02 07
• if no spare disk is OK and the RAID is no more complete:
[ Bad ] SEAGATE ST9300603SS 3SE10H1J0006 279GB 02 07
WARNING !!! Tray XX is missing 1 disk(s) to be complete
Then when entering the Multicam, another message appears, even if a spare disk is
available:
• if the faulty disk is a spare disk:
"Warning: a spare disk has been disconnected. The system will
operate normally on the remaining disks. At the next
opportunity please consider replacing the faulty disk. It can
be identified in the Shift-F5 screen or in the EVS - RAID
configuration menu. [Enter]=Continue"
• if the faulty disk is contained in a RAID:
"Warning: a disk has been disconnected. The system will operate
normally on the remaining disks. At the next opportunity please
consider replacing the faulty disk. It can be identified in the
Shift-F5 screen or in the EVS - RAID configuration menu.
[Enter]=Continue"
The operator can press ENTER and operate normally on 4 disks (configuration “4+1”) or
on 5 disks (configuration “5+1”) or exit the software and return to Multicam Setup window
to run a hardware check.
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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).
Disconnection Process
As explained in the section "Disk Errors and Disconnection" on page 35, the software will
disconnect a disk that does not behave as expected.
Two options are available for the operator:
• Replace the disconnected disk and restart the server
◦ Start the Multicam application. The rebuild process will start automatically.
◦ Start a hardware check from the EVS menu and launch the rebuild. The process
starts offline. The operator can wait for the rebuild to be completed or cancel it
(that is to say postpone it) and start the Multicam application, in which case the
rebuild carries on in online mode.
• The operator can also force the disk to be reconnected by starting the rebuild process
in the hardware check. The process starts offline. The operator can wait for the rebuild
to be completed or cancel it and start the Multicam application, in which case the
rebuild carries on in online mode.
Note
If errors are detected during the rebuild process, a message appears after the
rebuild is complete to warn the operator, and the raid is not considered as
properly rebuilt. In this state, the system will keep working on 4 disks (4+1
configuration) or on 5 disks (5+1 configuration). If you want to run on 5, or 6,
disks again, you can try replacing the disk again and perform another rebuild, or
clear all clips.
If you don’t need to retrieve the clips or the record trains, you don’t need to rebuild the
RAID. In this case, select the 'Clear All Clips' answer when the message with this option
appears in the hardware check.
If you don’t rebuild the RAID array or if you don’t clear clips, the XT3 will keep running on
4, or 5, disks only, and you will see a warning message appearing every time you start or
close the Multicam application. Normal operation can be achieved on 4, or 5, disks, but
then, if another disk fails, the system will hang and all video and audio data will be
definitively lost.
Warning
By default, the online rebuild process takes up 10% of the disk bandwidth. If you
want to change this, contact EVS support.
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2.5.4. Clearing Video Disks
Introduction
This function is used to delete all media from the RAID disk array. This will permanently
delete all video and audio data, including protected clip and record trains.
Procedure
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.
Note
After a Clear Video Disks action, the command toggles to Undo Clear Video
Disks At Next Startas long as your server has not been rebooted after the
Clear Video Disks command. This allows you to restore the deleted media.
2.5.5. Calibrating a Touch Screen
When a touch screen option is connected and the touch screen option is installed, a touch
screen can be calibrated using this command. If the touch screen is not installed, a
warning message is displayed.
2.5.6. Importing and Exporting Keyword Files
Introduction
The keyword file is a simple text file with a name of 8 characters and a .KWD extension.
All keyword files must be stored in the C:\LSMCE\DATA\KWD directory of the server. A
sample keyword file (SAMPLE.KWD) is provided by EVS when Multicam is installed.
You can also import and export keyword files to and from the EVS server via a USB key.
You can only perform this action in the server-based application.
How to Import a Keyword File
To import a keyword file, proceed as follows:
1. Save the keyword file you want to import on a USB key, and plug it into the USB port
of the EVS server as the Multicam Setup window is open.
2. In the Multicam Setup window, press K to call the Import/export keyword file
command.
The following dialog box opens:
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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. Plug a USB key into the USB port of the EVS server as the Multicam Setup window is
open.
2. In the Multicam Setup window, press K to call the Import/export keyword file
command.
The following dialog box opens:
3. Press ENTER to export the keyword file from the EVS server to the USB key.
4. Press OK to close the message box that appears when the keyword file has been
exported.
5. Remove the USB key.
2.5.7. Exporting Log Files
When the EVS support team requests the log files to investigate an issue, you can export
the log files to a plugged-in USB key by pressing the X shortcut key from the Multicam
Setup window.
When you call the Export log file command, a .zip file is created on the root folder the
USB key. It contains:
• all files and folders located on C:\LSMCE\DATA folder of the EVS server
• an Excel spreadsheet that contains the definition of your configuration lines
After the export action, a message box asks you whether you want to delete the logs on
the EVS server. If you answer 'Yes', the content of the folders C:\LSMCE\DATA\LOG
and C:\LSMCE\DATA\DUMP are deleted.
You can also export log files from XNet Monitor. For more information, refer to the XNet
Monitor user manual.
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3. Multicam Configuration
3.1. Overview on User Interfaces
3.1.1. Introduction
Preliminary Remarks
Configuration as Initial Step
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 the parameter values afterwards, those clips and playlists will not change.
Configuration with Caution
Most parameters are factory preset, and should not be modified without advice of qualified
EVS staff. Improper values for some parameters will prevent the proper operation of the
system.
Parameter Availability
Only the parameters or parameter values valid for the given server type, server chassis,
and active license codes are available for the definition of the various configurations.
General Comparison Between User Interfaces
You can configure the EVS server using one of the three available user interfaces:
• Multicam Configuration window in the server-based application
• Multicam Configuration window in the web-based interface
• Technical and Operational Setup menus in the Remote Panel
The Multicam Configuration windows in the server-based and web-based interface are
almost identical.
In the Remote Panel, however, only the most used technical settings are available in the
Technical Setup menu, and all operational settings are available in the Operational Setup
menu.
The following table provides an overview on the features available in each user interface:
Configuration Window
Technical Settings Operational Settings
Server-Based
Application
web-based
interface
Yes
(tabs 1-6)
Yes
(tabs 1-6)
Yes
(tab 7)
Yes
(tab 7)
Remote Panel Yes (partly)
(Technical Setup: F0)
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Overview on Configuration Parameters
The first topic of each section in the Multicam Configuration chapter gives you an
overview on the parameters available in this section, and specifies whether you will find
the parameter:
• in the basic or advanced view in the server-based application and the web-based
interface
• in the Technical Setup, Operational Setup, or not at all on the Remote Control panel
The following list provides a hyperlink to all overview topics in the various sections:
• Server settings
• Channels settings
• Network settings
• Monitoring settings
• Protocol settings
• GPI settings
• Operations settings
Concurrent Modifications in the Remote Panel and the
Server-Based Application
When a parameter is modified with the Remote Panel, and that parameter is not in conflict
with the parameter modified in the Configuration page of the server-based application, the
following message will be displayed on the VGA.
'The configuration has been modified by another user without
any conflict. Your copy has been updated with these
modifications.'
When a parameter is modified with the Remote Panel, and the parameter is in conflict with
the parameter modified in the Configuration page of the server-based application, the
following message shall be displayed on the VGA or on the LCD display of the Remote
Panel. The configuration shall be updated if the user agrees.
'The configuration has been modified by another user.
Do you want to load it and lose your modification?'
Warning
When this message is displayed on the Remote Panel and the user answers
'No' to the message (Clear button), the modifications performed on the Remote
Panel will be preserved. The changes applied on the VGA will however be
loaded after the user leaves the operational setup menu, except if the specific
fields modified on the VGA have been modified and validated on the Remote
Panel after the message display.
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3.1.2. Overview on the Multicam Configuration Window
Introduction
In the server-based and web-based interfaces, all server settings related to each
configuration file are now grouped in a single window: the Multicam Configuration window.
When the server is not running a given configuration, the Multicam Configuration window
allows you to define any of the configurations available in the Multicam Setup window.
When the server is running a given configuration, the Multicam Configuration window
allows you to modify the settings of the running configuration.
The Multicam Configuration window is organized in a similar way in both user interfaces:
• It consists of seven tabs.
• Each tab contains one or more pages in the server-based application.
• Each tab displays all settings on a single page in the web-based interface.
• The settings on page/tab are organized in field groups having a dedicated name.
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 opens.
To access the Multicam Configuration window from the Clips or Playlist window when the
server is running, press SHIFT+F2.
In the Web-Based Interface
To access the Multicam Configuration window from the Multicam Setup window when the
server is not running, click the Edit icon for the configuration line you want to
configure. The Multicam Configuration window opens.
The Multicam Configuration window will directly be displayed on the web-based interface
when the server is running a given configuration. You will directly be able to edit the
settings for the running configuration.
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Display Mode
The settings in the Multicam Configuration window have been categorized as basic or
advanced settings depending on whether they are commonly used or not.
Two display modes are consequently available:
• Basic mode
• Advanced mode
Selecting the basic mode will hide settings on some pages, or completely hide other
pages.
To change the display mode in the server-based application, press F3.
To change the display mode in the web-based interface, click on the display mode label
or .
User Interfaces
Server-Based User Interface
The following screenshot presents the 1sttab, and 1stpage of the Multicam Configuration
window in the server-based application, shown in advanced mode:
• The title bar displays the selected configuration, and specifies whether the
configuration has been launched (running) or not (not running).
• The selected tab is highlighted in pink.
• The current page and number of pages in the tab are specified in the top right corner.
• The Display mode (basic or advanced) is specified in the top right corner.
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Web-Based User Interface
The following screenshot presents the 1sttab of the Multicam Configuration window in the
web-based interface, shown in advanced mode:
• The top line displays the name of the selected configuration, and specifies whether
the configuration has been launched (running) or not (not running).
• The selected tab is displayed in a lighter gray color.
• The Display mode (basic or advanced) is specified on the top line.
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3.1.3. Navigating 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. rose highlighted)
Moving down/up in the pages of the active tab PAGE DOWN or PAGE UP
Moving down in the list of editable settings TAB
Moving up in the list of editable settings SHIFT + TAB
Toggling between Basic and Advanced display mode F3
LEFT ARROW / RIGHT
ARROW
Editing Commands
The following table presents the commands to edit the configuration settings in the
Multicam Configuration window when the field has been selected (using the TAB key).
In text fields, you can directly type the requested value for a selected field.
Command description Command key
Increasing the value
(or displaying the next value in the list)
Decreasing the value
(or displaying the previous value in the list)
SPACEBAR
SHIFT+SPACEBAR
Moving the cursor position within a text field SHIFT+ RIGHTARROW /
LEFT ARROW
Resetting the value of the selected setting F5
Resetting all values of all settings in the current tab
for the selected configuration
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Command description Command key
Resetting all values of all settings in all tabs for the
selected configuration
Applying changes ALT+A
Leaving without applying changes ESC, ENTER
SHIFT+F5
Enabling Values in a List
Some settings allow you to enable values in a list of displayed values. This is, for
example, the case with the selection of pages (receive pages, protect pages) in the
Operation tab.
The enabled pages are highlighted in blue, and the disabled pages are not highlighted.
To enable a list of values for a given setting, proceed as follows:
1. Select the list of values with the TAB key.
Once the list of values is selected, the enabled values stay highlighted in blue, and the
disabled values are highlighted in pink.
2. On the keyboard, type the page numbers you want to enable. They become
highlighted in blue.
3. Apply the changes with ALT+A, and confirm the action.
In the Web-Based Interface
Navigation and Editing Commands
The navigation and editing commands in the web-based interface are the commonly used
commands in a web-based interface. The command buttons available are the following
ones:
Command description Command key
Activating the Advanced display mode
Coming back to the Basic display mode
Applying changes
Canceling changes
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In Server- and Web-Based Interfaces
Display and Checks of Modified Values
Once modified, the field values are displayed in blue color as long as the changes have
not been applied. No check on inconsistent or incompatible field values are performed at
that stage.
When you apply the changes, the following occurs:
• The values you have modified are checked. If setting values are inconsistent, you will
get an error message at that stage.
• The validated values return to the standard color.
• The inconsistencies are displayed as follows:
◦ Inconsistent values are displayed in red.
◦ A warning message tells you which field value is problematic.
◦ The page containing the inconsistent field value is then displayed when you use
the server-based application.
Required Application Reboot
Modifications to some parameters require an application reboot to be taken into account.
This is mentioned in the sections where the parameters are described. The list below
summarizes the parameters for which an application reboot is necessary for changes to
be taken into account:
Tab Name Setting Name
Server tab Most video and reference settings:
• Field rate
• Resolution
• Codec
• Bitrate
• Horizontal res.
• LTC timecode
Server tab All PC LAN settings (only editable from the Multicam Setup window)
Channels tab Some base settings:
• Inputs
• Outputs
• Base config
Channels tab One audio setting:
• Number of tracks
Channels tab One recorder setting:
• Loop % (in IN1 XX% Loop field)
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Tab Name Setting Name
Network tab All SDTI settings:
• Speed
• Net name
• Net number
• Type
Network tab All Gigabit Ethernet settings:
• IP address
• Subnet mask
• Default gateway
Monitoring tab One setting in the Downconverted Outputs area:
• Aspect ratio
3.1.4. Overview on the Setup Menus in the Remote Panel
Introduction
When you work in LSM mode, the Technical and Operational Setup menus available on
the Remote Panel allow you to define:
• the commonly used technical settings in the Technical Setup menu
• all operational settings in the Operational Setup menu.
The values assigned to the settings are saved as soon as they are modified.
Accessing the Technical Setup Menu
To access the Technical Setup menu, press F0 from the Main Setup page.
The Technical Setup menu opens on the 1stpage.
The Technical Setup menu is divided in sections and subsections, named by Tx.y where
x is the section number, and y the subsection number.
In all sections dedicated to a tab of the Multicam Configuration window in this manual, you
will find an overview table that lists the settings available in the Technical Setup menu, as
well as the sections where you will find them.
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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. Navigating and Editing in the Setup Menus of the Remote Panel
Introduction
The way you navigate and edit settings is identical in the Technical Setup menu and
Operational Setup menu. The navigation and editing commands are explained below.
Navigation Commands
The following table presents the commands to navigate in the Setup menus of the Remote
Panel:
Command description Command key
Moving to another section when you are inside a section SHIFT+F_ key
corresponding to the
section
Moving to the next page inside a section
When you are on the last page of a section, you will go to the
1stpage of the next section.
Moving to the previous page inside a section
When you are on the first page of a section, you will go to the
last page of the previous section.
F10
F9
Exiting the Setup menu Menu
Scrolling through section pages with the jog wheel ENTER (when no
setting is selected) + jog
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Editing Commands
The following table presents the commands to edit a setting in the Setup menus of the
Remote Panel:
Command description Command key
Selecting a setting in a section F_ key corresponding to
Modifying the setting value Turn the jog wheel
Validating the modification to a setting value ENTER
Restoring the default value for the selected setting CLEAR + F_ key
Restoring the default values on the entire Setup menu CLEAR + F0
the requested setting
corresponding to the
requested setting
Validating the changes in the Setup menu
(to answer to the message when you try to leave the menu)
Cancelling the changes in the Setup menu
(to answer to the message when you try to leave the menu)
Staying in the Setup menu
(to answer to the message when you try to leave the menu)
MENU
CLEAR
ENTER
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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. It specifies whether the setting is
available:
• in the basic or advanced display mode in the server-based and web-based interfaces
• in the Technical Setup menu of the Remote Panel.
Setting Name Basic Advanced
Video and Reference group
Field rate X X
Resolution X X
Codec X X
Bitrate X X
Horizontal Res. X
LTC Timecode X X
Sync PC Time to TC X
Genlock X X
Phase Definition group
SD X X
HD to SD SDI X X
P1 P1
P1 T1.1
Technical
Setup
Interpolation group
Vertical interp. X X
Four Lines X X
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Setting Name Basic Advanced
PC LAN group
IP Address X X
Subnet Mask X X
Default Gateway X X
3.2.2. Video and Reference
Video and Reference Settings
Introduction
The Video and Reference settings are available on the Server tab in the server-based
application (1stpage) and web-based interface. These settings are not available in the
Technical Setup menu of the Remote Panel.
Technical
Setup
P1
Warning
Most Video and Reference settings (all except Sync PC time and Genlock)
require an application reboot (ALT+Q from the operational windows) for changes
to be taken into account.
The Video and Reference settings are highlighted in the screenshot of the server-based
application shown below:
Field Rate
Description Field frequency used (Hz).
Both field rate and resolution give the video standard.
Values 50.00 Hz (PAL) - default
59.94 Hz (NTSC)
59.94 Hz (J)
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Resolution
Description Vertical resolution used (number of white-to-black and black-
to-white 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 an XT3 server, SD and HD video standards can be
available if the relevant license codes are activated.
Values In SD:
• 525i
• 625i
In HD:
• 720p
• 1080i
• 1080p (only available with code 21 or 22)
Codec
Description Algorithm used to compress and decompress the video signal.
The codecs available on the EVS server depend on the video
standard used, as well as on the active license codes.
For detailed information on codec availability, see section
"Codec Availability" on page 55.
Values In SD:
• Proxy (Jpeg)
• Mjpeg (SD)
• IMX
• DVCPro 50
In HD:
• Mjpeg EVS (HD)
• Mjpeg Standard (HD)
• Mpeg 2 Intra (HD)
• Avid DNxHD 120, 185 or 185x (only in 50 Hz)
• Avid DNxHD 145, 220 or 220x (only in 59.94 Hz)
• Apple ProRes 422, 422 LT, 422 HQ or 422 HQ (10-bit)
• DVCPro HD
• AVC-Intra 100
Default values • IMX in SD
• Avid DNxHD 120 in HD 50Hz
• Avid DNxHD 145 in HD 59.94 Hz
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 56.
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Horizontal Res. (HD)
Description Number of white-to-black and black-to-white transitions that
Values For detailed information on horizontal resolution for each video
Recorded Lines (SD)
Description Number of lines recorded from the left to the right of the picture.
Values For detailed information on recorded lines for each video
can be seen from the left to the right of the picture (pixels).
The setting value depends on the selected video standard.
standard and codec, see section "Codec-Related Information"
on page 56.
The setting value depends on the selected video standard.
standard and codec, see section "Codec-Related Information"
on page 56.
LTC Timecode
Description Longitudinal timecode (timecode information stored on a
separate track from the video) delivered to the EVS server, and
timecode status.
Values The timecode is given as hh:mm:ss:fr
The timecode status can be 'OK', 'BAD', 'LOST' or 'DRIFT'
(defined by the EVS server).
Sync PC Time to TC
Description Specifies whether the PC time is synchronized with the
timecode, and how often the synchronization takes place.
Values Synchronization: 'Yes', 'No'
Frequency: by default 'every 00h15' (not editable)
Genlock
Description Specifies the type of genlock signal, the status and the frame
synchronizer mode.
Values Type: 'Blackburst' or 'Tri-Sync' (always 'Blackburst' in SD)
Status: 'OK' or 'BAD' (defined by the EVS server)
Mode: 'Studio' (no correction of a shifted video signal) or
'Resync' (resynchronization of a shifted video signal)
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Codec Availability
Codec Availability Depending on License Codes
The following table presents the codec availability for XT3 server depending on the license
code. 'Yes' in the Available column means the codec (and the related license code) is
available by default:
Codec Available?
SD -
IMX yes
Mjpeg (SD) yes
DVCPro 50 with code 9
Proxy (Jpeg) with code 7
HD -
Mjpeg EVS (HD) yes
Mjpeg Standard (HD) yes
Mpeg 2 Intra (HD) yes
Avid DNxHD with code 5
Apple ProRes 422, 422 LT,
422 HQ or 422 HQ (10-bit)
DVCPro HD with code 8
AVC-Intra 100 with code 13
with code 6
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Codec Availability Depending on Codec Board Type
Codec
SD
Proxy (Jpeg) X
Mjpeg (SD) X
IMX X
DVCPro 50 X
HD
Mjpeg EVS (HD) X
Mjpeg Standard (HD) X
Mpeg 2 Intra (HD) X
Avid DNxHD X
Apple ProRes 422 X
Apple ProRes 422 LT X
V3X
SD/HD
Apple ProRes 422 HQ X
Apple ProRes 422 HQ (10-bit) X
DVCPro HD X
AVC-Intra 100 X
Codec-Related Information
Bitrates and Recorded Lines in SD 525i
Codec Type SD MJPEG Standard SD IMX (D10) DVCPro 50
Bitrate 20-100 Mbps 30; 40; 50 Mbps 50 Mbps
Default bitrate 30 Mbps 30 Mbps 50 Mbps
Recorded video
lines
496 lines
(L16-23; L278-525)
default
480 lines
(L23-262; L286-525)
512 lines
(L7-262; L270-
525)
480 lines
(L23-262; L285-
524)
512 lines
(L7-262; L270-525)
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Bitrates and Recorded Lines in SD 625i
Codec Type SD MJPEG Standard SD IMX (D10) DVCPro 50
Bitrate 20-100 Mbps 30;40;50 Mbps 50 Mbps
Default bitrate 30 Mbps 30 Mbps 50 Mbps
Recorded video
lines
576 lines
(L23-310; L336-623)
default
592 lines
(L15-310; L328-623)
608 lines
(L7-310; L320-623)
608 lines
(L7-310; L320-
623)
576 lines
(L23-310; L335-
622)
Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 1080i/1080p
(50 Hz)
Codec
Bitrate
(Mbps)
Default
bitrate
Horizontal
Resolution
HD MJPEG
EVS
20-360 20-360 20-360 100 100
100 100 100 100 100
960 960 960 1440 1920
1152 1152 1152
HD MJPEG
Standard
HD MPEG2
Intra
DVCPro HD
(only 1080i)
AVC
Intra 100
1280
(default)
1372 1372 1372
1440 1440 1440
1536 1536 1536
1600 1600 1600
1920 1920 1920
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AVID
DNxHD
(10-bit)
185
Mbps
Apple
ProRes
422 LT
Apple
ProRes
422
Apple
ProRes
422 HQ
Apple
ProRes
422 HQ
(10-bit)
Codec
Bitrate
(Mbps)
Default
bitrate
Horizontal
Resolution
AVID
DNxHD
120
Mbps
1-120 121-185 121-185 85 120 185 185
120 185 185 85 120 185 185
1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920
AVID
DNxHD
185
Mbps
Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 1080i/1080p
(59.94 Hz)
Codec
Bitrate
(Mbps)
HD MJPEG
EVS
20-360 20-360 20-360 100 100
HD MJPEG
Standard
HD MPEG2
Intra
DVCPro HD
(only 1080i)
AVC
Intra 100
Default
bitrate
Horizontal
Resolution
100 100 100 100 100
960 960 960 1280 1920
1152 1152 1152
1280
(default)
1372 1372 1372
1440 1440 1440
1536 1536 1536
1600 1600 1600
1920 1920 1920
1280
(default)
1280
(default)
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DNxHD
(10-bit)
185
Mbps
Apple
ProRes
422 LT
Apple
ProRes
422
Apple
ProRes
422 HQ
Apple
ProRes
422 HQ
(10-bit)
Codec
Bitrate
(Mbps)
Default
bitrate
Horizontal
Resolution
AVID
DNxHD
120
Mbps
1-145 146-220 146-220 102 145 220 220
145 220 220 102 145 220 220
1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920 1920
AVID
DNxHD
185
Mbps
Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 720p (50 Hz)
Bitrate
(Mbps)
HD
MJPEG
EVS
20-360 20-360 20-360 100 100
HD
MJPEG
Standard
HD MPEG2
Intra
DVCProHDAVC Intra
100
Default
bitrate
Horizontal
Resolution
100 100 100 100 100
640 640 640 960 1280
768
(default)
960 960 960
1024 1024 1024
1280 1280 1280 (default)
768
(default)
768
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AVID
DNxHD
(10-bit)
185
Mbps
Apple
ProRes
422 LT
Apple
ProRes
422
Apple
ProRes
422 HQ
Codec
Bitrate
(Mbps)
Default
bitrate
Horizontal
Resolution
AVID
DNxHD
120
Mbps
1-120 121-185 121-185 85 120 185 185
120 185 185 85 120 185 185
1280 1280 1280 1280 1280 1280 1280
AVID
DNxHD
185
Mbps
Bitrates and Horizontal Resolutions in HD 720p
(59.94 Hz)
HD
MJPEG
EVS
HD
MJPEG
Standard
HD MPEG2
Intra
DVCProHDAVC Intra
Apple
ProRes
422 HQ
(10-bit)
100
Bitrate
(Mbps)
Default
bitrate
Horizontal
Resolution
20-360 20-360 20-360 100 100
100 100 100 100 100
640 640 640 960 1280
768
(default)
960 960 960
1024 1024 1024
1280 1280 1280 (default)
768
(default)
768
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Codec
Bitrate
(Mbps)
Default
bitrate
Horizontal
Resolution
Note
The dynamic bitrate management system modifies compression tables for each
recorded field to keep the bitrate of the encoded stream as close as possible to
the target. A higher bitrate means better picture quality and less storage
capacity but a higher bandwidth is required. Improper values can lead to exceed
disks performance, causing frozen pictures during playback.
AVID
DNxHD
120
Mbps
AVID
DNxHD
185
Mbps
AVID
DNxHD
(10-bit)
185
Mbps
Apple
ProRes
422 LT
Apple
ProRes
422
Apple
ProRes
422 HQ
Apple
ProRes
422 HQ
(10-bit)
1-145 146-220 146-220 102 145 220 220
145 220 220 102 145 220 220
1280 1280 1280 1280 1280 1280 1280
Warning
Some video formats allowed on an XT3 server create clips that are not
compatible with previous hardware. When an incompatible format is selected, a
warning will be issued at application startup. In addition, the video format
information displayed on the Server tab of the Multicam Configuration window
indicates any incompatible information.
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3.2.3. Phase Definition Settings
Introduction
The Phase Definition settings are available on the Server tab in the server-based
application (1stpage) and web-based interface 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. The value is adjusted by steps of half
pixels.
The values depends on the genlock type (See "Video and
Reference Settings" on page 52).
Values • If the Genlock type is set to ‘Blackburst’, the main phase
for SD can be adjusted by steps of half pixels (37 ns)
between
- 12000 ns and +15000 ns.
• If the Genlock type is set to ‘Tri-Sync’ (only possible in HD
resolutions), the main phase for SD can be adjusted by
steps of half pixels (37 ns) between - 30000 ns and +32000
ns.
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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 52 for more
information on genlock type.
Values • If the Genlock type is set to ’BlackBurst’, the secondary
phase for HD to SD SDIcan be adjusted by steps of half
pixels (13.5 ns) between - 1000 ns and +1000 ns.
• If the Genlock type is set to 'Tri-Sync', the secondary
phase for SD SDI to HD can be adjusted by steps of half
pixels
(37 ns) between - 400 ns and +400 ns.
Warning
• The SD phase is always adjusted according to the SDI outputs. Internal
CVBS outputs have a delay of 48 x 37 nsec compared to the corresponding
SDI outputs.
• The internal CVBS outputs cannot be used to feed directly a vision mixer or
any equipment performing video effects, since the phase of the chroma
subcarrier is not adjustable internally.
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3.2.4. Interpolation Settings
Introduction
The Interpolation settings are available on the Server tab in the server-based application
(1stpage) and web-based interface 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. This vertical jitter is actually caused by a violation of the
frame parity when playing back the pictures at less than 100 % speed.
The process consists in re-building new frames to produce a more transparent result.
These frames have to be interpolated, that is calculated by making suitably weighted
averages of adjacent lines.
There are two interpolation modes: two-line interpolator and the four-line interpolator:
• The two-line interpolator reduces the vertical jitter, but also the vertical bandwidth.
• The four-line interpolator makes it possible to have perfectly steady pictures, but
reduces even more the vertical bandwidth.
Note
All VTRs use interpolation in PLAY VAR mode.
Vertical Interp. (Vertical Interpolation)
Description Enables or disables the two-line interpolation process.
Values • No (default)
• Yes
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Four Lines
Description Enables or disables the four-line interpolation process.
Values • No (default)
• Yes
3.2.5. PC LAN Settings
Introduction
The PC LAN settings are available on the Server tab in the server-based application
(1stpage) and web-based interface in the advanced mode.
The PC LAN settings are highlighted in the screenshot of the server-based application
shown below:
Note
The PC LAN settings are read-only in the Multicam Configuration window. You
can modify them in the Multicam Setup window, using the Set LAN PC
address command. For more information, see section "Setting the Server LAN
PC Address" on page 24.
General Description
The PC LAN settings allow the MTPC board of an EVS server to communicate and
exchange information with other EVS hardware on a setup.
IP Address
Description IP address to connect to the port #1 of the MTPC board on the
server.
Values The IP addresses 0.0.0.0 and 255.255.255.255 are not
allowed.
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Subnet Mask
Description Range of logical addresses within the address space assigned
Default Gateway
Description IP address of the router on the network that the MTPC board
to the MTPC board connection.
can use as an access point to external networks.
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3.3. Channels Tab
3.3.1. Overview
Channels Tab
The Channels tab consists of maximum nine pages in the advanced mode in the serverbased application, and two pages in the basic mode. The Channels tab includes the
settings related to video and audio channels, type and configuration of recorders, audio
format and audio-video synchronization parameter.
Setting List
The table below presents the settings of the Channels tab. They specify where the setting
groups are available (page) and whether each setting is available:
• in the basic or advanced display mode in the server-based and web-based interfaces.
In the web-based interface, the settings are all displayed on one page.
• in the Technical Setup menu of the Remote Panel.
Setting Name Basic Advanced
Base settings P1 P1 T2.1
Inputs X X X
Outputs X X X
Base config X X X
SLSM Rec X X X
3D X X X
3G/Dual X X X
Port settings P1 P1 T2.2
RS422 #1-#6 X X
Channels and control settings P1 P1 T2.3 - T2.6
OUT1-6 / IN1-6 X X X
Name X X X
Technical
Setup
Main ctrl X X X
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Setting Name Basic Advanced
Technical
Setup
Sec. ctrl X X
Mode X X
OSD X
Parameter Name Basic Advanced
Technical
Setup
Audio settings P2 P2 T2.7
Audio connectors X X X
Number of tracks X X X
Audio full scale X X
Ancillary mode X X
Sample rate conv. X X
Audio monitoring group P2 P2 T2.8
Mon #1-#4 X X X
Advanced audio settings (Inputs) — P3 —
Advanced audio settings
— P4 —
(Embedded outputs)
Advanced audio settings (Digital
— P5 —
AES/EBU outputs)
Advanced audio settings (Analog
— P6 —
outputs)
Recorder settings — P7 T2.10
Loop recording X X
Rec auto start X X
Clip Capacity X X
IN1-6 - % loop X T2.11
Mix on one channel setting — P7 T2.9
OUT1-6 X X
Timecode settings — P8 T2.12
LTC X
User X X
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Parameter Name Basic Advanced
Primary TC X X
SMPTE 334M packets
management settings
Decoding X X
Encoding X X
Custom 1 / 2 X
SD OUT Encoding X
Timecode insertion settings — P9 —
IN Loop settings X
SD OUT settings X
HD OUT settings X
— P8 T2.13
Technical
Setup
3.3.2. Channels
Base Settings
Introduction
The base settings allow defining the main characteristics of a configuration as regards
play and record channels.
These fields are available in the following interfaces:
• in the Multicam Configuration window, Channels tab, in the advanced display mode
on page 1 on the server- and web-based interfaces.
• in the Technical menu of the Remote Control Panel (T2.7 and T2.8).
Warning
Some base settings (Inputs, Outputs Base config.) require an application reboot
(ALT+Q from the operational windows) for changes to be taken into account.
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The following screenshot presents the page 1 of the Channels tab, where the base
settings are available in the server-based application, and highlights the base settings
field group:
Inputs
Description Number of logical record channels in the given configuration.
The partition of the disk storage between these channels, and
the advanced audio settings are automatically adapted to the
number of record channels.
Values The number of supported channels depends on the mode and
on the chassis:
On XT3 6U: 0-6 (Spotbox), 1-6 (LSM)
On XT3 4U: 0-6 (Spotbox), 1-6 (LSM)
For more information on number of record channels and on
supported configurations, see section "General Information on
Supported Configurations" on page 87.
Outputs
Description Number of logical play channels in the given configuration.
Values On XT3 6U: 0-6 (Spotbox), 1-5 (LSM)
On XT3 4U: 0- 3 (Spotbox), 1-3 (LSM)
For more information on number of record channels and on
supported configurations, see section "General Information on
Supported Configurations" on page 87.
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Base Config.
Description Mode the EVS server is working in.
The base configurations available depend on the server type,
and on the valid license codes.
Values • Multicam LSM :
mode where the EVS server is controlled by the Remote
Control Panel or from Multicam.
• Replay-Only LSM :
restricted Multicam LSM mode without playlist
management, split audio, nor support of hypermotion
cameras.
• Video Delay :
mode where the server is used to play out the input with a
video delay.
• Spotbox :
mode where the EVS server can be controlled by industrystandard protocols: Sony BVW75, VDCP, Odetics, DD35,
EVS’ AVSP, IPDP, EditRec or LinX API, or from
Multicam.
• XSense :
mode where the EVS server can be controlled by the
XSense Remote Panel or from Multicam.
• Server:
mode where the EVS server can only be controlled by the
supported industry-standard protocols, but not from
Multicam.
Default value Multicam LSM
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SLSM Rec
Description Activates the slow motion recording, and allows defining the
Values In SD:
type of SLSM recorder that is connected to the EVS server.
This parameter is available with the license code 110.
• None
• Single SD SLSM 3x Alt. Parity
• Single SD SLSM 3x Ident. Parity
• Double SD SLSM 3x Alt. Parity
• Double SD SLSM 3x Ident. Parity
In HD:
• None
• Single HD SLSM 2x Alt. Parity
• Single HD SLSM 3x Alt. Parity
• Double HD SLSM 2x Alt. Parity
• Double HD SLSM 3x Alt. Parity
• Triple HD SLSM 2x Alt. Parity
Note
The fault tolerance on the different phases of the super motion camera is +/90% of one field. So there should be no delay between the different phases
when all equipments are genlocked.
3D
Availability The parameter is only available if one of the 3D options has
been subscribed to (license code 23 for 3D Dual Link, and
license code 24 for 3D 3G).
Description Activates the 3D option, using either the 3G-SDI standard or
Dual Link. This option makes it possible to use the server to
record and play back 3D video.
Values Yes / No (default).
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3G/Dual
Description Defines the interface the EVS server will use with the 3D or
1080p standards:
• The Dual Link interface consists of a pair of HD-SDI serial
links and provides a bitrate of 2.970 Gbit/s.
• The 3G-SDI interface consists of a single serial link that
provides 2.970 Gbit/s.
Values The possible values are:
• ‘No’: available in all cases.
• ‘Dual’ (Dual-Link) available in one of the conditions below:
◦ License code 21 (1080p Dual-Link) active AND
1080p resolution selected (Server tab, Video and
Reference)
◦ License code 23 (3D Dual-Link) active AND
3D setting set to 'Yes'
• ‘3G’ (3G-SDI) available in one of the conditions below:
◦ License code 22 (1080p 3G) active AND
1080p resolution selected (Server tab, Video and
Reference)
◦ License code 24 (3D 3G) active AND
3D setting set to 'Yes'
Default values No
Warning
Only the configurations explicitly allowed by the license codes can be started.
For instance, if a user has code 22 (1080p 3G) and 23 (3D Dual-Link), he cannot
start the server in 3D 3G although he can select 3G and 3D Dual-Link in the
Multicam Configuration window. To enable 3D 3G configurations to be started,
code 24 must be active.
Port Settings
Introduction
The port settings allow assigning the RS422 ports to the various external controllers (EVS
or third-party) that will communicate with the EVS server.
These fields are available in the following interfaces:
• in the Multicam Configuration window, Channels tab, in the advanced display mode
on page 1 on the server- and web-based interfaces.
• in the Technical menu of the Remote Control Panel (T2.2).
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The following screenshot presents the page 1 of the Channels tab, where the port settings
are available in the server-based application, and highlights the port settings field group:
RS422 #1 - #6
Description Specifies what type of device/controller is connected to each
RS422 port of the EVS server.
Values The following values can be available if the required license
codes are active:
• 'EVS Remote' for LSM Remote Panel (code between 103
and 109).
• 'EVS Remote' for XSense Remote Panel (code between
103 and 109 or code 96)
• 'EVS IPDP' (code 120 or 121)
• 'Sony BVW75' (code 118)
• 'XtenDD35' (code 118)
• 'Odetics' and 'Odetics FK' (code 119)
• 'VDCP' and 'VDCP FK' (code 119)
• 'EVS AVSP' (code 120 or 121)
• 'Edit Rec' (code 122)
• 'Linx' (code 123)
• 'Touch screen'
Default On port #1 (only): IPDP
Rules The following rules are applicable for assigning the following
controlling devices to RS422 ports:
• In all base configurations that rely on an EVS Remote
Controller, the 'EVS Remote' shall always to be assigned
to the first allocated RS422 port.
• A touch screen can only be assigned to port 6.
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Channels and Control Settings
Introduction
The Channel and Control settings mainly allow specifying which controllers (main and
possibly secondary) have the hand on which play or record channels.
These fields are available in the following interfaces:
• in the Multicam Configuration window, Channels tab, in the advanced display mode
on page 1 on the server- and web-based interfaces.
• in the Technical menu of the Remote Control Panel (T2.3 to T2.6).
The following screenshot presents th e page 1 of the Channels tab, where the Channel
and Control settings are available in the server-based application, and highlights the
Channel and Control settings field group:
Name
Description User-defined name for play or record channel. This name will
be used for the OSD, and in the IPDirector application suite.
The name can contain maximum 24 characters.
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Main ctrl (Main Controller)
Description Name of the main device/controller allowed to control the given
Values For a controller to be available in the list of values, it must first
Sec. ctrl (Secondary Controller)
play or record channel.
be assigned to an RS422 port in the port settings.
In addition, rules specific to each controller apply to the
assignment of the controller (used alone or in combinations
with other controllers) to play or/and record channels. For more
information, see section "Rules for Controller Assignment" on
page 77.
An error message will be displayed to warn you in case of a
wrong protocol selection or protocol combination, and the fields
that contain errors will be highlighted in red.
Description Name of the main device/controller allowed to control the given
play or record channel.
Values For a controller to be available in the list of values, it must first
be assigned to an RS422 port in the port settings.
In addition, rules specific to each controller apply to the
assignment of the controller (used alone or in combinations
with other controllers) to play or/and record channels. For more
information, see section "Rules for Controller Assignment" on
page 77.
An error message will be displayed to warn you in case of a
wrong protocol selection or protocol combination, and the fields
that contain errors will be highlighted in red.
Mode
Description Specifies how the control on the given play or record channel is
managed between the main and secondary controllers, when it
is possible to define main and secondary controllers.
Values Two control modes are possible:
• Exclusive mode:
The main controller can decide at any time to pass the
control to, or to retrieve the control from the secondary
controller.
• Parallel mode:
Any of both controllers can take the control as long as the
other controller is not executing a command. The control
can thus be freely passed on from one controller to the
other.
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OSD
Description Specifies which device (main or secondary controller) will
manage the OSD display characters in parallel mode.
Values Two values are possible:
• Main: The OSD display is managed by the main controller.
• Sec.: The OSD display is managed by the secondary
controller.
Rules for Controller Assignment
Main Rules for XT3 server
On an XT3 server, the following main rules are applicable:
• In a Multicam LSM base configuration:
◦ All Remote Panels must be the first in the list of main controllers, without gap. It is
not allowed to have another controller preceding a Remote Panel in this list.
◦ Other controllers can be assigned as secondary controllers to PGMs taking into
account the protocol-specific rules.
◦ No more than 4 play channels on an EVS server can be assigned to Remote
Panels, and no more than 3 play channels can be assigned to one Remote Panel.
◦ Only a Remote Panel (no other controller) can be assigned to a REC channel as a
main controller.
◦ No secondary controller can be assigned to a REC channel.
• In a Spotbox base configuration:
◦ An EVS Remote is not allowed in Spotbox mode.
◦ Controllers other than the EVS Remote can be assigned to play or record
channels, taking into account the protocol-specific rules on controller use and
combinations.
Protocol-Specific Assignment Rules
Standalone Protocol
The table shows whether or not the given protocol, used as a standalone (as main
controller, without secondary controller) can be assigned to the specified number of play
channels, record channels or play and record channel combinations.
The green cells refer to allowed assignments, the red ones to banned assignments.
Numbers in the cells refer to the notes mentioned below the table.
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1 PGM
2 PGM
> 2 PGM
1 REC
> 1 REC
1 PGM
+ 1 REC
Several PGM
+ 1 REC
Several PGM
+ Several
REC
Remote IPDP AVSP VDCP So ny EditRec Odetics DD35
1
1. Every recorder
2. Only consecutive PGMs
Protocol Used in Exclusive Mode
Odetics
F&K
2
VDCP
F&K
LinX
The table shows whether or not the given protocol, used in exclusive mode (as a main
controller or secondary controller) can be assigned to the specified number of play
channels, record channels or play and record channel combinations.
The green cells refer to allowed assignments, the red ones to banned assignments.
Numbers in the cells refer to the notes mentioned below the table.
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Main Controller
1 PGM 2
2 PGM
> 2 PGM
1 PGM
+ 1 REC
1 REC
> 1 REC
Several PGM
+ 1 REC
Several PGM
+ Several
REC
Secondary Controller
1 PGM
1
1
1
Odetics
F&K
VDCP
F&K
LinX
2 PGM
> 2 PGM
1 PGM
+ 1 REC
1 REC
Several PGM
+ 1 REC
Several PGM
+ Several
REC
1
1
1
1. The recorder cannot be controlled by a secondary controller in exclusive mode. In
these cases, the recorder must be standalone or in parallel mode.
2. Only with AirBox as main controller.
Protocol Used in Parallel Mode
The table shows whether or not the given protocol, used in parallel mode (as a main,
secondary or mix controller) can be assigned to the specified number of play channels,
record channels or play and record channel combinations.
The green cells refer to allowed assignments, the red ones to banned assignments.
Numbers in the cells refer to the notes mentioned below the table.
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1 PGM
2 PGM
> 2 PGM
1 REC 1
> 1 REC
1 PGM
+ 1 REC
Several PGM
+ 1 REC
Several PGM
+ Several
REC
1. Only with EditRec.
Rules for Controller Combinations
Remote IPDP AVSP VDCP Sony EditRec Odetics DD35
Odetics
F&K
VDCP
F&K
LinX
Secondary >
Primary v
Remote
IPDP
AVSP
VDCP
Sony
Odetics
DD35
EditRec
LinX
Exclusive mode - Play Channels
The following table shows the supported protocol combinations in exclusive mode on play
channels.
Remote IPDP AVSP VDCP Sony Odetics DD35 EditRec LinX
-
- -
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Odetics
F&K
VDCP
F&K
Odetics F&K
VDCP F&K
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The following table shows the supported protocol combinations in exclusive mode on
record channels.
Secondary >
Primary v
Remote
IPDP
AVSP
VDCP
Sony
Odetics
DD35
EditRec
LinX
Odetics F&K
VDCP F&K
Remote IPDP AVSP VDCP Sony Odetics DD35 EditRec LinX
-
-
-
-
-
Odetics
F&K
VDCP
F&K
Secondary >
Primary v
Remote
IPDP
AVSP
VDCP
Sony
EditRec
Odetics
DD35
Parallel mode - Play Channels
The following table shows the supported protocol combinations in parallel mode on play
channels.
Remote IPDP AVSP VDCP Sony EditRec Odetics DD35 L inX
-
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
Odetics
F&K
VDCP
F&K
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Secondary >
Primary v
LinX
Odetics F&K
VDCP F&K
Secondary >
Primary v
Remote
IPDP
AVSP
VDCP
Remote IPDP AVSP VDCP Sony EditRec Odetics DD35 L inX
Odetics
F&K
VDCP
F&K
- -
- -
- -
Parallel mode - REC Channels
The following table shows the supported protocol combinations in parallel mode on record
channels.
Remote IPDP AVSP VDCP Sony EditRec Odetics DD35 L inX
-
- -
- -
- -
Odetics
F&K
VDCP
F&K
Sony
EditRec
Odetics
DD35
LinX
Odetics F&K
VDCP F&K
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
Recorder Settings
Introduction
The Recorder settings allow specifying configuration settings associated to the record
channels.
These fields are available in the following interfaces:
• in the Multicam Configuration window, Channels tab, in the advanced display mode:
◦ on page 5, 6 or 7 on the server-based application.
◦ on page 1 on the web-based interface.
• in the Technical menu of the Remote Control Panel (T2.10 and T2.11).
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The following screenshot presents page 7 of the Channels tab, where the Recorder
settings are available in the server-based application, and highlights the Channel and
Control settings area:
Loop Recording
Description Enables/disables the endless loop recording of all record
channels of the EVS server.
Values Yes (default) / No
In LSM configurations, the value is forced to 'Yes'.
Clip Capacity
Description Recording mode on the recorder channels.
Values The following values are available: Global / Per channel
• Global:
In this mode, the clip capacity is shared between the
different record trains.
Example: When 3 record trains are used, creating a clip of
30 min on REC1 will take 10 min of recording capacity
equally from each record train.
• Per channel:
In this mode, the clip capacity is only relevant to the
individual record train.
Example: When 3 record trains are used, creating a clip of
30 min on REC1 will take 30 min of recording capacity from
the 1strecord train, but will not affect the recording
capacity of the other two record trains.
Default value The default value depends on the base configuration:
• Global (locked): in LSM configurations
in Video delay configurations
• Per channel: with 2-ch VTR
in Slave/Server
configurations
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Rec Auto Start
Availability This setting is displayed when a Spotbox or Server
Description Automatic start of the record channels after the EVS server
Values Yes (default) / No
IN1 XX% Loop
Warning
A change to this parameter requires an application reboot (ALT+Q from the
operational windows) to be taken into account.
Description This parameter contains two types of information on the
configuration is running.
has initialized.
specified recorder:
Recording Capacity: XX% percentage of the disk space
allocated to each channel.
Loop / No Loop: indicates whether the Loop Recording
parameter is enabled or not.
Values The following values are possible:
• Recording Capacity: The value is defined by the user.
The total of all values must not exceed 100%.
By default, the recording capacity is evenly distributed
among all recorders.
Example: In a 2 REC 4 PLAY configuration, the recording
capacity will be 50% for each recorder by default.
• Loop / No Loop:
• The value directly depends on the Loop Recording setting:
◦ If the Loop Recoding is enabled, the value will be
'Loop'.
◦ If the Loop Recording is disabled, the value will be 'No
Loop'.
Mix on One Channel Feature
Introduction
The Mix on one channel feature allows the use of the second channel of a codec module
(J3) to provide mixing with a single codec module. This function can be enabled for each
individual play channel. This feature is available for playlists only, in Spotbox and
Multicam LSMconfigurations and with all controllers.
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Conditions
The Mix on one channel feature is available in the following conditions:
• with a valid license code 31
• with V3X codec modules
• with a sufficient bandwidth (275 MBytes/sec)
New Supported Modes
1 PGM Mode
In a single PGM mode, users working in a Spotbox configuration with IPDirector no longer
need to use two channels in PGM/PRV mode to play back a playlist with effects.
When they activate the mix on one channel feature, they can play back a playlist with
effects using only 1 PGM.
Multi PGM Mode
In a multi PGM mode, the Load PL setting interacts with the use of the Mix on one
channel setting as shown in the table below. The table summarizes how the play
channels are used when you load a playlist in 2 PGM mode, depending on the defined
settings:
V3X Mod 1 V3X Mod 2
Mode
2 PGM No Conditional Cut Cut
2 PGM Yes Conditional Mix Mix
2 PGM No Always Mix PRV
2 PGM Yes Always Mix PRV
When users set the Load PL parameter to 'Conditional', and enable the Mix on one
channel setting, they can use load playlists on both play channels, and play them with
effects, or only play back a playlist with effects on PGM1, while using PGM2 to play back
something else.
Mix on one
channel?
Load Playlist?
OUT1
Prim.
link
OUT1
Sec.
link
OUT2
Prim.
link
OUT2
Sec.
link
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Mix on One Channel Settings
Introduction
The Mix on One Channel settings allow specifying whether the secondary link of the
codec module (J3) of the play channel will be used to provide mixing with a single codec
module.
These fields are available in the following interfaces:
• in the Multicam Configuration window, Channels tab, in the advanced display mode:
◦ on page 5, 6 or 7 on the server-based application.
◦ on page 1 on the web-based interface.
• in the Technical menu of the Remote Control Panel (T2.9).
Warning
The Mix on one channel settings are only available if the license codes 31 is
valid.
The following screenshot presents page 7 of the Channels tab, where the Mix on One
Channel settings are available in the server-based application, and highlights the Channel
and Control settings area:
Mix on one channel
Description Enables/disables mixing on a single codec module, by means
of the secondary link of the codec module (J3) of a play
channel. This function applies to mixes in playlists, not in
timelines.
The license code 31 is required for the Mix on One Channel
feature to be available.
Mix on One Channel is available for all controllers (LSM
Remote panel or protocol), and with all codecs and resolutions,
except in 1080p and AVC-intra.
Values Yes / No (default)
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3.3.3. Supported Configurations
General Information on Supported Configurations
Overview on Supported Configuration Types
An XT3 server, equipped with V3X boards, supports the following configurations types:
• standard SD/HD configurations
• standard SD/HD 2R/CM1configurations (using secondary links for independent
recorders)
• SLSM SD/HD configurations
• SLSM SD/HD 2R/CM configurations
• 3D/1080p configurations
• SLSM 3D/1080p configurations
Note
Mix on one channel2is available on all SD/HD configurations.
Number of Recorder and Player Channels
The XT3 server can work in two modes:
• LSM mode, when it is controlled by the Remote Panel
• Spotbox mode, when it is controlled by industry-standard protocols such as Sony
BVW75, VDCP, Odetics, DD35, EVS’ AVSP, IPDP, EditRec or LinX API.
1
Abbreviation standing for ‘2 record channels par codec module’. This
feature allows using the secondary link of the codec module of a
recorder channel as an independent recorder channel.
2
Feature that allows using the secondary link of the codec module of a
player channel on the V3X board (J3) as the preview channel to provide
the PGM/PRV mode with a single codec module.
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Depending on the mode and on the chassis, the number of record and play channels that
can be operated may vary. The following table shows the minimum and maximum number
of channels that can be operated in both modes:
LSM Spotbox LSM Spotbox
Max. # channels 8 8 7 7
Min. # REC 1 0 1 0
Max. # REC 6 6 6 6
Min. # PLAY 1 0 1 0
Max. # PLAY 5 6 3 3
Note
Based on the above-mentioned limitations, some configurations described in the
following sections are only available in LSM or Spotbox mode.
6U 4U
Channel Assignment
The following general principles apply to all configurations, and are valid for all EVS
servers equipped with V3X boards:
• The record channels (OUT connectors) are always assigned from the right to the left.
• The play channels (IN connectors) are always assigned from the left to the right.
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• The primary links mentioned in the tables of this section correspond to the upper
connectors of a codec module.
◦ J8 for IN connectors
◦ J7 for OUT connectors (J6 is also equivalent to J7)
• The secondary links correspond to the middle connectors of a codec module:
◦ J5 for IN connectors
◦ J3 for OUT connectors
Channel Assignment in 2R/CM Configurations
The 2R/CM configurations should be cabled in the following sequence:
1. Cable the play channels from left to right.
2. Cable the record channels from right to left starting with the primary links, without
using the left codec modules already cabled as play channels.
3. Cable the remaining record channels to assign starting from right to left, and using the
secondary link for the remaining codec modules.
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Clip and Record Train Compatibility on XT3 Servers
• Clips are compatible across all Multicam configurations including Super LSM.
• Record trains are also compatible as long as the number of record channels (cameras)
is not increased in LSM mode.
Example
◦ SuperLSM ® 2CAM (Fx): Record trains are lost.
◦ 4CAM (Fx) ® 3CAM (Cut): Record trains are kept.
• Record trains are always kept in Spotbox mode (all modes except LSM), even when
the number of record trains is increased.
SD/HD Base Configurations
XT3 4U Servers
Available Configurations
The table below shows the available standard SD/HD configurations with a XT3 4U
server, and how the BNC connectors should be cabled.
Note
When the option 'mix on one channel' is activated on a play channel (Channels
tab, page 7), the secondary link of the codec module (J3 on V3X board) of the
play channel is used to play transition effects.
IN4/OUT1 IN3/OUT2 IN2/OUT3 IN1/OUT4
#REC #PLAY
1 0 REC1
2 0 REC2 REC1
3 0 REC3 REC2 REC1
4 0 REC4 REC3 REC2 REC1
0 1 PLAY1 MIX1
1 1 PLAY1 MIX1 REC1
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2 1 PLAY1 MIX1 REC2 REC1
3 1 PLAY1 MIX1 REC3 REC2 REC1
0 2 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2
1 2 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 REC1
2 2 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 REC2 REC1
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IN4/OUT1 IN3/OUT2 IN2/OUT3 IN1/OUT4
#REC #PLAY
0 3 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3
1 3 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3 REC1
0 4 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3 PLAY4 MIX4
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Example: 3REC + 1PLAY
The BNC connectors to be used as record and play channels in a standard 3REC 1PLAY
configuration need to be cabled as shown below:
XT3 6U Servers
Available Configurations
The table below shows the available standard SD/HD configurations with a XT3 6U
server, and how the BNC connectors should be cabled.
Note
When the option 'mix on one channel' is activated on a play channel (Channels
tab, page 7), the secondary link of the codec module (J3 on V3X board) of the
play channel is used to play transition effects.
IN6/OUT1 IN5/OUT2 IN4/OUT3 IN3/OUT4 IN2/OUT5 IN1/OUT6
#REC #PLAY
1 0 REC1
2 0 REC2 REC1
3 0 REC3 REC2 REC1
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IN6/OUT1 IN5/OUT2 IN4/OUT3 IN3/OUT4 IN2/OUT5 IN1/OUT6
#REC #PLAY
4 0 REC4 REC3 REC2 REC1
5 0 REC5 REC4 REC3 REC2 REC1
6 0 REC6 REC5 REC4 REC3 REC2 REC1
0 1 PLAY1 MIX1
1 1 PLAY1 MIX1 REC1
2 1 PLAY1 MIX1 REC2 REC1
3 1 PLAY1 MIX1 REC3 REC2 REC1
4 1 PLAY1 MIX1 REC 4 REC3 REC2 REC1
5 1 PLAY1 MIX1 REC5 REC 4 REC3 REC2 REC1
0 2 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2
1 2 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 REC1
2 2 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 REC2 REC1
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3 2 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 REC3 REC2 REC1
4 2 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 REC4 REC3 REC2 REC1
0 3 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3
1 3 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3 REC1
2 3 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3 REC2 REC1
3 3 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3 REC 3 REC2 REC1
0 4 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3 PLAY4 MIX4
1 4 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3 PLAY4 MIX4 REC1
2 4 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3 PLAY4 MIX4 REC2 REC1
1 5 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3 PLAY4 MIX4 PLAY5 MIX5 REC1
0 6 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3 PLAY4 MIX4 PLAY5 MIX5 PLAY6 MIX6
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Example: 4REC + 2PLAY
The BNC connectors to be used as record and play channels in a standard 4REC 2PLAY
configuration need to be cabled as shown below:
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SD/HD 2R/CM Configurations
Introduction
The 2R/CM1configurations make use of the secondary link of the codec module of a
record channel as an independent recorder. See also the section "Channel Assignment in
2R/CM Configurations" on page 89.
XT3 4U Servers
Available Configurations
The table below shows the available 2R/CM SD/HD configurations with a XT3 4U server,
and how the BNC connectors should be cabled.
IN4/OUT1 IN3/OUT2 IN2/OUT3 IN1/OUT4
#REC #PLAY
4 1 PLAY1 MIX1 REC3 REC2 REC1 REC4
5 1 PLAY1 MIX1 REC3 REC2 REC5 REC1 REC4
6 1 PLAY1 MIX1 REC3 REC6 REC2 REC5 REC1 REC4
3 2 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 REC2 REC1 REC3
4 2 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 REC2 REC4 REC1 REC3
2 3 PLAY1 MIX1 PLAY2 MIX2 PLAY3 MIX3 REC1 REC2
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1
Abbreviation standing for ‘2 record channels par codec module’. This
feature allows using the secondary link of the codec module of a
recorder channel as an independent recorder channel.
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