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SMP 300 Series

Preliminary

Streaming Media Processor

User Guide

Streaming AV Product

68-2238-01 Rev. E

06 17

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Safety Instructions

Safety Instructions • English

WARNING: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended to

alert the user of the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure that may present a risk of electric shock.

ATTENTION: This symbol, , when used on the product, is intended

to alert the user of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature provided with the equipment.

For information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance Guide, part number 68-290-01, on the Extron website, www.extron.com.

Sicherheitsanweisungen • Deutsch

WARNUNG: Dieses Symbol auf dem Produkt soll den Benutzer

darauf aufmerksam machen, dass im Inneren des Gehäuses dieses Produktes gefährliche Spannungen herrschen, die nicht isoliert sind und die einen elektrischen Schlag verursachen können.

VORSICHT: Dieses Symbol auf dem Produkt soll dem Benutzer in

der im Lieferumfang enthaltenen Dokumentation besonders wichtige Hinweise zur Bedienung und Wartung (Instandhaltung) geben.

Weitere Informationen über die Sicherheitsrichtlinien, Produkthandhabung, EMI/EMF-Kompatibilität, Zugänglichkeit und verwandte Themen finden Sie in den Extron-Richtlinien für Sicherheit und Handhabung (Artikelnummer 68-290-01) auf der Extron-Website, www.extron.com.

Instrucciones de seguridad • Español

ADVERTENCIA: Este símbolo, , cuando se utiliza en el producto,

avisa al usuario de la presencia de voltaje peligroso sin aislar dentro del producto, lo que puede representar un riesgo de descarga eléctrica.

ATENCIÓN: Este símbolo, , cuando se utiliza en el producto, avisa

al usuario de la presencia de importantes instrucciones de uso y mantenimiento recogidas en la documentación proporcionada con el equipo.

Para obtener información sobre directrices de seguridad, cumplimiento de normativas, compatibilidad electromagnética, accesibilidad y temas relacionados, consulte la Guía de cumplimiento de normativas y seguridad de Extron, referencia 68-290-01, en el sitio Web de Extron, www.extron.com.

Instructions de sécurité • Français

AVERTISSEMENT : Ce pictogramme, , lorsqu’il est utilisé sur le

produit, signale à l’utilisateur la présence à l’intérieur du boîtier du produit d’une tension électrique dangereuse susceptible de provoquer un choc électrique.

ATTENTION : Ce pictogramme, , lorsqu’il est utilisé sur le produit,

signale à l’utilisateur des instructions d’utilisation ou de maintenance importantes qui se trouvent dans la documentation fournie avec le matériel.

Pour en savoir plus sur les règles de sécurité, la conformité à la réglementation, la compatibilité EMI/EMF, l’accessibilité, et autres sujets connexes, lisez les informations de sécurité et de conformité Extron, réf. 68-290-01, sur le site Extron, www.extron.com.

Istruzioni di sicurezza • Italiano

AVVERTENZA: Il simbolo, , se usato sul prodotto, serve ad

avvertire l’utente della presenza di tensione non isolata pericolosa all’interno del contenitore del prodotto che può costituire un rischio di scosse elettriche.

ATTENTZIONE: Il simbolo, , se usato sul prodotto, serve ad

avvertire l’utente della presenza di importanti istruzioni di funzionamento e manutenzione nella documentazione fornita con l’apparecchio.

Per informazioni su parametri di sicurezza, conformità alle normative, compatibilità EMI/EMF, accessibilità e argomenti simili, fare riferimento alla Guida alla conformità normativa e di sicurezza di Extron, cod. articolo 68-290-01, sul sito web di Extron, www.extron.com.

Instrukcje bezpieczeństwa • Polska

OSTRZEŻENIE: Ten symbol, , gdy używany na produkt, ma na celu

poinformować użytkownika o obecności izolowanego i niebezpiecznego napięcia wewnątrz obudowy produktu, który może stanowić zagrożenie porażenia prądem elektrycznym.

UWAGI: Ten symbol, , gdy używany na produkt, jest przeznaczony do

ostrzegania użytkownika ważne operacyjne oraz instrukcje konserwacji (obsługi) w literaturze, wyposażone w sprzęt.

Informacji na temat wytycznych w sprawie bezpieczeństwa, regulacji wzajemnej zgodności, zgodność EMI/EMF, dostępności i Tematy pokrewne, zobacz Extron bezpieczeństwa i regulacyjnego zgodności przewodnik, część numer 68-290-01, na stronie internetowej Extron, www.extron.com.

Инструкция по технике безопасности • Русский

ПРЕДУПРЕЖДЕНИЕ: Данный символ, , если указан

на продукте, предупреждает пользователя о наличии неизолированного опасного напряжения внутри корпуса продукта, которое может привести к поражению электрическим током.

ВНИМАНИЕ: Данный символ, , если указан на продукте,

предупреждает пользователя о наличии важных инструкций по эксплуатации и обслуживанию в руководстве, прилагаемом к данному оборудованию.

Для получения информации о правилах техники безопасности, соблюдении нормативных требований, электромагнитной совместимости (ЭМП/ЭДС), возможности доступа и других вопросах см. руководство по безопасности и соблюдению нормативных требований Extron на сайте Extron: ,

www.extron.com, номер по каталогу - 68-290-01.

安全说明 • 简体中文

警告：产品上的这个标志意在警告用户该产品机壳内有暴露的危险电压，

有触电危险。

注意：产品上的这个标志意在提示用户设备随附的用户手册中有

重要的操作和维护(维修）说明。

关于我们产品的安全指南、遵循的规范、EMI/EMF 的兼容性、无障碍使用的特性等相关内容，敬请访问 Extron 网站 , www.extron.com，参见

Extron 安全规范指南，产品编号 68-290-01。

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安全記事 • 繁體中文

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可能會導致觸電之風險的未絕緣危險電壓。

注意若產品上使用此符號，是為了提醒使用者，設備隨附的用戶手冊中有

重要的操作和維護（維修）説明。

有關安全性指導方針、法規遵守、EMI/EMF 相容性、存取範圍和相關主題的詳細資訊，請瀏覽 Extron 網站：www.extron.com，然後參閱《Extron 安全性與法規遵守手冊》，準則編號 68-290-01。

安全上のご注意 • 日本語

警告: この記号が製品上に表示されている場合は、筐体内に絶縁されて

いない高電圧が流れ、感電の危険があることを示しています。

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記載されている重要な操作と保守( 整備)の指示についてユーザーの注意を喚起するものです。

安全上のご注意、法規厳守、EMI/EMF適合性、その他の関連項目については、エクストロンのウェブサイト www.extron.com より『 Extron Safety and Regulatory Compliance Guide』 ( P/N 68-290-01) をご覧ください。

안전 지침 • 한국어

경고: 이 기호 가 제품에 사용될 경우, 제품의 인클로저 내에 있는

접지되지 않은 위험한 전류로 인해 사용자가 감전될 위험이 있음을 경고합니다.

주의: 이 기호 가 제품에 사용될 경우, 장비와 함께 제공된 책자에 나와

있는 주요 운영 및 유지보수(정비) 지침을 경고합니다.

안전 가이드라인, 규제 준수, EMI/EMF 호환성, 접근성, 그리고 관련 항목에 대한 자세한 내용은 Extron 웹 사이트(www.extron.com)의 Extron 안전 및 규제 준수 안내서, 68-290-01 조항을 참조하십시오.

Trademarks

All trademarks mentioned in this guide are the properties of their respective owners. The following registered trademarks(

), registered service marks(

), and trademarks(TM) are the property of RGBSystems, Inc. or

ExtronElectronics (see the current list of trademarks on the Terms of Use page at www.extron.com):

Registered Trademarks (

)

Extron, Cable Cubby, ControlScript, CrossPoint, DTP, eBUS, EDID Manager, EDID Minder, Flat Field, FlexOS, Global Configurator, GlobalScripter, GlobalViewer, Hideaway, IPIntercom, IPLink, KeyMinder, LinkLicense, LockIt, MediaLink, MediaPort, NetPA, PlenumVault, PoleVault, PowerCage, PURE3, Quantum, SoundField, SpeedMount, SpeedSwitch, SystemINTEGRATOR, TeamWork, TouchLink, V-Lock, VideoLounge, VN-Matrix, VoiceLift, WallVault, WindoWall, XTP, and XTPSystems

Registered Service Mark

(SM)

: S3 Service Support Solutions

Trademarks (™

)

AAP, AFL (Accu-RateFrameLock), ADSP(Advanced Digital Sync Processing), Auto-Image, CableCover, CDRS(ClassD Ripple Suppression), Codec Connect, DDSP(Digital Display Sync Processing), DMI (DynamicMotionInterpolation), DriverConfigurator, DSPConfigurator, DSVP(Digital Sync Validation Processing), eLink, Entwine, EQIP, EverLast, FastBite, FOX, FOXBOX, HyperLane, IP Intercom HelpDesk, MAAP, MicroDigital, Opti-Torque, ProDSP, QS-FPC(QuickSwitch Front Panel Controller), Room Agent, Scope-Trigger, ShareLink, Show Me, SIS, SimpleInstructionSet, Skew-Free, SpeedNav, StudioStation, Triple-Action Switching, True4K, Vector™ 4K, WebShare, XTRA, ZipCaddy, and ZipClip

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FCC Class A Notice

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part15 of the FCC rules. The ClassA limits provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference. This interference must be corrected at the expense of the user.

NOTES: For more information on safety guidelines, regulatory compliances, EMI/

Battery Notice

This product contains a battery. Do not open the unit to replace the battery. If the battery needs replacing, return the entire unit to Extron (for the correct address, see the Extron Warranty section on the last page of this guide).

CAUTION: Risk of explosion. Do not replace the battery with an incorrect type.

ATTENTION : Risque d’explosion. Ne pas remplacer la pile par le mauvais type de

EMF compatibility, accessibility, and related topics, see the “Extron Safety and

Regulatory Compliance Guide” on the Extron website.

Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

pile. Débarrassez-vous des piles usagées selon le mode d’emploi.

VCCI-A Notice

この装置は、クラスＡ情報技術装置です。この装置を家庭環境で使用すると、電波妨害を引き起こすことがあります。その場合には使用者が適切な対策を講ずるよう要求されることがありま

す。ＶＣＣI－Ａ

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Conventions Used in this Guide

Notifications

The following notifications are used in this guide:

ATTENTION:

• Risk of property damage.

• Risque de dommages matériels.

NOTE: A note draws attention to important information.

TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the application easier.

Software Commands

Commands are written in the fonts shown here:

^AR Merge Scene,,0p1 scene 1,1 ^B 51 ^W^C.0 [01] R 0004 00300 00400 00800 00600 [02] 35 [17] [03]

E X! *X1&* X2)* X2#* X2! CE}

NOTE: For commands and examples of computer or device responses used in

this guide, the character “0” is used for the number zero and “O” is the capital letter “o.”

Computer responses and directory paths that do not have variables are written in the font shown here:

Reply from 208.132.180.48: bytes=32 times=2ms TTL=32 C:\Program Files\Extron

Variables are written in slanted form as shown here:

ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx —t

SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX

Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are written in the font shown here:

From the File menu, select New. Click the OK button.

Specifications Availability

Product specifications are available on the Extron website, www.extron.com.

Extron Glossary of Terms

A glossary of terms is available at http://www.extron.com/technology/glossary.

aspx.

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Contents

Introduction ...............................................1

About this Guide .................................................. 1

About the SMP300 Series .................................. 1

Suggested PC Requirements .............................. 3

Licensed Third-party Software ............................. 3

General Product Overview ................................... 5

Input ................................................................ 5

Encoding and Output ...................................... 5

File Storage ..................................................... 6

Control Options ............................................... 7

Recordings ...................................................... 7

Features .......................................................... 8

Installation ............................................... 13

Mounting the SMP300 Series ........................... 13

Rear Panel Overview ......................................... 13

Power Connection ......................................... 14

Control System and External Device

Connections ................................................. 14

Input Connections ......................................... 15

Output Connections ...................................... 15

SMP300 Series Rear Panel Reset ..................... 17

Front Panel Operation ............................19

Front Panel Features .......................................... 19

Layout Presets (For Composite Mode Only) ....... 21

SMP300 Series Power Up Procedure ............... 23

Front Panel Menu Operation .............................. 24

Menu Navigation ............................................ 24

Menu Overview .............................................. 24

Presets Menu ................................................ 25

Picture Control Menu ..................................... 28

Input Conﬁguration Menu .............................. 37

Comm Settings (View and Edit) Menu ............ 45

Status Menu .................................................. 46

Front Panel Lockout (Executive Modes) ............. 47

Alarms ............................................................... 47

Web-Based User Interface ....................... 50

Overview of the Web-Based User Interface ........ 50

Web Browser Requirements .......................... 51

Turning Off Compatibility Mode ...................... 51

Web-based User Interface Help Files ................. 52

Accessing the Web-Based User Interface .......... 52

Page Overview .................................................. 52

Tabs .............................................................. 52

Pages Within Tabs ......................................... 53

Logging Out and Logging In .............................. 55

AV Controls Panel .............................................. 56

Start an AdHoc Recording ........................... 58

Recording Controls ............................................ 61

Storage Information ....................................... 62

Scheduled Events .............................................. 63

Recording Calendar Page .............................. 63

Schedule Settings .......................................... 63

Publish Settings Page .................................... 65

Conﬁguration ..................................................... 66

Conﬁguration Tab Features ............................ 67

Input/Output Settings .................................... 68

Image Settings............................................... 72

Encoder Settings and Layout Presets ............ 74

Users and Roles ............................................ 78

Alarms and Traps ........................................... 80

System Settings ............................................ 80

Live View Settings .......................................... 83

Advanced Features ........................................ 84

File Management ............................................... 86

Add a Network Share .................................... 87

Upload Files To and Download Files From

the SMP300 Series Using an SFTP Client .... 87

Troubleshooting ................................................. 88

Features of the Troubleshooting Tab .............. 88

Status ........................................................... 89

Logs .............................................................. 90

Alarms ........................................................... 91

Diagnostic Tools ............................................ 92

System Resets .............................................. 93

viTechnical Publications Standards and Styles • Contents

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FlexOS Applications ................................. 94

About the FlexOS App - Digital I/O

Conﬁgurator .................................................... 94

Remote Communication and Control ....... 95

Connection Options ........................................... 95

RS-232 Port ...................................................... 95

Front Panel Conﬁguration Port ........................... 96

Ethernet (LAN) Port............................................ 96

Verbose Mode ................................................... 97

Host-to-device Communications ....................... 97

SMP300 Series-initiated Messages .................. 97

Password Information ........................................ 98

Error Responses ................................................ 98

Using the Command and Response Tables ....... 98

Command and Response Tables ..................... 103

Reference Information ........................... 126

Mounting the SMP300 Series ......................... 126

Tabletop Use ............................................... 126

Furniture Mounting....................................... 126

Table or Wall Mounting ................................. 127

Rack Mounting ............................................ 127

Supported File Types, Drive Formats,

Browsers, and Browser Plugins ...................... 128

File Formats ................................................. 128

Drive Formats .............................................. 128

Browsers ..................................................... 128

Browser Plugins ........................................... 129

DataViewer ...................................................... 130

IP Addressing .................................................. 132

What is an IP Address?................................ 132

Private and Public Address Ranges ............. 132

Multicast Address Range ............................. 132

Subnet Mask ............................................... 133

Port Number ................................................ 133

Choosing an IP Address .............................. 133

Using the Ping Utility to Test

Communications ........................................ 134

Multicast IP Addressing for Multiple

SMP300 Series Installations ....................... 135

Streaming Method Overview ............................ 136

Protocols Used for Streaming .......................... 136

Multicast Streaming Method — An

Overview .................................................... 136

Unicast Streaming Method — An

Overview .................................................... 137

Streaming Playback Methods .......................... 138

Push and Pull Streaming .............................. 138

Push Stream and Pull Stream Playback

URLs .......................................................... 139

Streaming Capabilities and System

Scalability ....................................................... 140

Available Unicast Streams ............................ 140

Available Multicast Streams ......................... 141

Playing a Pull Stream Using VLC Media

Player ......................................................... 142

Playing a Push Stream Using Stream

Announcement Protocol (SAP) .................... 144

Playing a Pull Stream Using QuickTime

Media Player ............................................... 145

Estimating Storage Requirements for a

Recording ....................................................... 148

Estimating Storage per Recording Hour ....... 148

Front Panel Menu Diagrams ............................ 149

Front Panel Menu Diagrams (Record/Stream

Conﬁguration) ................................................. 150

Glossary .......................................................... 151

Extron Warranty ..................................... 159

Technical Publications Standards and Styles • Contents vii

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Introduction

This section gives an overview of the user guide and describes the SMP300 Series and its features. Topics that are covered include:

• About this Guide

• About the SMP300 Series

• Suggested PC Requirements

• Licensed Third-party Software

• General Product Overview

About this Guide

This guide contains installation, configuration, and operating information for the SMP351, SMP 351 3G-SDI, SMP 352, and SMP 352 3G-SDI. In this guide:

• “SMP 300 Series”, “SMP models”, or “the SMP” refer to the SMP 351,

SMP3513G-SDI, SMP 352, SMP 352 3G-SDI models.

• “Codec” refers to the H.264 / MPEG-4 AVC codec.

• “Stream” can refer to audio, video, or both that is transmitted by the SMP.

• “UI” and “Web UI” refer to the Web-based User Interface.

About the SMP300 Series

The Extron SMP 300 Series is a compact, high performance H.264 recording and streaming processor that provides the ability to record a presentation and output an HDMI signal to a local display, and, if needed, stream the AV content live while recording.

Six versions of the SMPmodels are available:

• SMP351 (80GB and 400 GB)

• SMP351 3G-SDI (80 GB and 400 GB)

• SMP 352 (400GB)

• SMP 352 3G-SDI (400 GB)

NOTE: The SMP models have similar front and rear panel features and function exactly

the same. The SMP3513G-SDI and SMP 352 3G-SDI supports a 3G-SDI video input.

Figure 2 on the next page shows a typical SMP300 Series application featuring a

computer input with embedded audio, an SDI camera input, and a wireless microphone for audio. The presentation is streamed to a SMD 101 and the SMP 352 records both channels and publishes to the Entwine EMP and the Kaltura cloud hosted service.

The SMP 351 models can be upgraded to support SMP 352 features through a LinkLicense upgrade.

SMP 300 Series • Introduction 1

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Figure 1. Typical SMP 351 Application

Figure 2. Typical SMP352 Application

SMP 300 Series • Introduction 2

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Suggested PC Requirements

The suggested PC requirements to access the default web pages of the SMP are listed below.

• Hardware

• 2.0 GHz Dual-Core processor

• Operating Systems

• Microsoft

• Web Browsers

• Google

• Mozilla

• Microsoft

NOTE: Edge does not support playback in the AV Controls Preview window at

Windows® XP or higher • Mac® OS® X® 10.6 or higher

Chrome™ version 37 or higher

Firefox® version 35 or higher

Edge

this time.

• Microsoft

NOTES:

• Apple

NOTE: Apple Safari is the preferred browser for an Apple-based computer

• Additionally, the device Web UI will be compliant, but not fully featured, with the

internal browser client:

• QTWeb v4.x

Licensed Third-party Software

The following table lists the licensed third-party software used by the SMPmodels.

NOTE: Licensed third-party software used by the SMPmodels is subject to change

without notice.

Licensed Third-party Software Used in the SMP 300 Series

Package License Package License

ExtJS 4 Sencha Commercial License Linux-PAM BSD-3c alsa-lib LGPLv2.1 live555 LGPLv2.1+ alsa-utils GPLv2 lm-sensors libsensors LGPLv2.1, programs

aufs2-util GPLv2 lshw GPLv2 avahi LGPLv2.1 lsof lsof license bstrlib BSD-3c ltrace GPLv2 busybox GPLv2 lua MIT bzip2 bzip2 license luaexpat MIT

Internet Explorer® version 9 or higher (for Windows® operating systems)

• If you are using Internet Explorer, compatibility mode must be turned off.

• Internet Explorer version 11 does not support playback in the AV Controls

Preview window.

Safari® version 8 or higher (for Mac® OS X® operating systems)

platform, but it does not support playback in the AV Controls Preview window at this time.

GPLv2

SMP 300 Series • Introduction 3

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Licensed Third-party Software Used in the SMP 300 Series

Package License Package License

cjson MIT luasocket MIT dbus AFLv2.1 GPLv2 luastruct MIT e2fsprogs GPLv2, libuuid BSD-3c,

lvm2 GPLv2 LGPLv2.1 libssGPLv2, libuuid BSD-3c, libss and libet MIT-like with advertising clause

ethtool GPLv2 lzo GPLv2 expat MIT mtd GPLv2 fbdump GPLv2 ncurses MIT with advertising clause fbset GPLv2 neon LGPLv2 (library), GPLv2

(manual and tests)

file BSD-2c, one file BSD-4c, one

netcat GPLv2 file BSD-3c

fontconfig fontconfig license netsnmp Various BSD-like freetype Dual FTL/GPLv2 nmap GPLv2 gdisk GPL ntfs-3g GPLv2 LGPLv2 gnupg GPLv2 ntp ntp license gpgme LGPLv2.1 openssh BSD gst-plugins-base LGPLv2 plus applicable

openssl OpenSSL or SSLeay external licenses

gst-plugins-good LGPLv2.1 plus applicable

orc BSD-2c, BSD-3c external licenses

gstreamer LGPLv2 pcre BSD-3c heirloom-mailx BSD-4c, Bellcore (base64),

popt MIT OpenVision (imap_gssapi), RSA Data Security (md5), Network Working Group (hmac), MPLv1.1 (nss)

i2c-tools GPLv2+, GPLv2 (py-smbus) procps GPLv2, libproc and libps

LGPLv2 ifplugd GPLv2 psmisc GPLv2 iostat GPL pv Artistic-2.0 jpeg-turbo jpeg-license (BSD-3c-like) python Python software foundation

license v2, others kmod LGPLv2.1 qjson LGPLv2.1 libassuan LGPLv2.1 qt LGPLv2.1 with exceptions libcgicc LGPLv2.1 qwt LGPL libcurl ICS sdl LGPLv2.1 libdaemon LGPLv2.1 smartmontools GPLv2 libdnet BSD-3c socat GPLv2 libelf LGPLv2+ spawn-fcgi BSD-3c libfcgi fcgi license sqlite Public domain libffi MIT strace BSD-3c libglib2 LGPLv2 sudo ICS BSD-3c

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Licensed Third-party Software Used in the SMP 300 Series

Package License Package License

libgpg-error LGPLv2.1 sysstat GPLv2 libmpeg2 GPLv2 tcpdump BSD-3c libogg BSD-3c tiff tiff license libpcap BSD-3c tzdata Public domain libpng libpng license udev GPLv2 librsync LGPLv2.1 usbutils GPLv2 libssh2 BSD util-linux GPLv2, BSD-4c, libblkid and

libungif MIT vsftpd GPLv2 libusb LGPLv2.1 xinetd xinetd license libv4l GPLv2 zlib zlib license lighttpd BSD-3c

General Product Overview

Input

The SMP 300 Series can accept up to three HDMI inputs and one component or composite video input. The SMP 351 3G-SDI and SMP 352 3G-SDI are identical to the SMP 351 and SMP 352 except that they include the 3G/HD/SDI input (input 5). Both models accept digital audio embedded on HDMI signals or analog audio input via captive screw connectors.

• Input 1 (HDMI) and input 2 (HDMI) are grouped as channel A.

• Input 3 (component or composite video), input 4 (HDMI), and optional input 5

Encoding and Output

• One video and one audio input can be selected and active per input channel.

The SMP models support multiple simultaneous stream encoders. Additionally, the SMP352 supports Channel A and Channel B archive streaming. Each can have a different resolution, frame rate, bitrate, and independent streaming protocol methods. The output defaults to both record and stream the selected input.

• Archive (Channel A and Channel B in Dual Channel mode) — Highest quality for both

• Confidence — For streaming only (default: Pull, unicast RTP/UDP).

In composite mode, signals from the two input channels, a background image, and metadata (descriptive information about data content) are combined in a user-configurable layout and encoded into streams. The SMP300 Series has two encoding types (see the

Encoder Settings and Layout Presets on page74). The SMP can encode on archive

encoding mode for high quality streams (for recording and optional live streaming), and on Confidence encoding mode for lower resolution streams (for preview within its embedded web pages and optional live streaming). The video output can be scaled and its aspect ratio modified. The SMP300 Series also outputs high quality encoded HDMI video with embedded audio on a single output for display on any HDMI display, supporting resolutions up to 1920x1080 at 60 Hz.

libmount LGPLv2.1, libuuid

BSD-3c

(3G/HD/SDI) are grouped as channel B.

recording and streaming.

• Channel A default: Pull, unicast RTP/UDP

• Channel B default: Not enabled

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Inputs Outputs

SMP 300 Series

1: HDMI/DVI 2: HDMI/DVI

Channel

Frame rate

conversion

HDMI/DVI rear panel local output

HDMI Loopthrough (unprocessed)

Channel

3: Analog

component video (YUVp, YUVi) or composite video

4: HDMI/DVI

5: 3G/SDI/HD-SDI

(optional)

Background

PNG le

(internal

storage)

= Recorded le upload (if set up) = Optional streamed output

Archive encoding produces:

• one composite stream for SMP 351 models

• two (dual) streams or one composite stream for SMP 352 models and for SMP 351 models with LinkLicense.

Deinter-

lacing,

scaling,

rasterizing,

blending

File Storage

Internal storage is available for storing background image files and storing recordings to be uploaded to a file server. Some models have 80 GB internal, solid state storage, other models have 400 GB internal, solid state storage. You can view the total storage size for your model in the storage information table found on the Recording Controls embedded web page (see Storage Information in the help file) or by checking the part number (Configuration > System Settings > Unit Identification). From the front panel of the device, use the STATUS menu (see Status Menu on page46) and scroll down to the Drive Space sub-menu to determine the total drive space and remaining space.

Two USB ports (one on the front panel, one on the rear panel) provide a connection for portable, user-provided USB drives for storing recordings. The optional RCP 101 also has a USB port to connect a user-provided USB drive for storing recordings.

If the unit is connected to a LAN (see Add a Network Share on page87), background image files provided by a user can be uploaded to the SMP or imported from a network attached storage drive. To use background images in composite mode, the files must reside in internal storage.

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Control Options

The SMP300 Series can be controlled using the following:

• Front panel menus and controls

• Simple Instruction Set (SIS) commands sent over Ethernet via the LAN connection, over

• Ethernet connection and the SMP 300 Series embedded web pages or SIS commands.

• USB mouse and keyboard ports provide for direct connection of a keyboard and

• Four digital I/O ports can be configured (using a FlexOS application) as digital inputs

• The optional Extron RCP 101 remote control panel connected through either the

Recordings

The core function of the SMP300 Series is to create recording files from connected audio and video input sources.

Start a recording

Recordings are initiated in one of several ways:

• Unscheduled (adhoc) recordings — Require manual configuration. To use this

RS-232 via the rear panel Remote captive screw connector, or over USB via the front panel Config port.

mouse to permit the use of an internal browser client. This allows limited web page configuration of the network settings for the device.

to receive status from other devices like pushbutton controls and projector lifts. Alternatively, they can be configured as digital outputs to drive LEDs or devices that accept a TTL input signal for local device control.

keyboard or mouse port of the rear panel.

method, perform one of the following:

• Press the Record ( ) button on the front panel of the SMP300 Series or

RCP101 remote control panel

• Click the Record ( ) button in the AV Controls panel of the SMP300 Series

embedded web pages (see Start an AdHoc Recording on page58) and set the options in the Start an Adhoc Recording window

• Tap a control button on a configured touchpanel (such a an Extron RCP 101 or

TLP Pro Series touchpanel with a custom script).

• Scheduled recordings — Start automatically at the date and time specified in a

calendar schedule. Schedules can be imported on a one-time basis, on a periodic basis (updated on a fixed interval), or on an ongoing basis (using a compatible scheduling server such as Opencast or Microsoft Exchange) (see System Settings on page80 for details on how to set up recording schedules).

Make a recording

The SMP300 Series creates recordings by:

• Composite Mode — Scaling and arranging the content from one or both AV input

channel A and channel B and the optional background .png file as defined by the selected layout preset (see Troubleshooting on page88)

• Dual Mode — Scaling channel A and channel B in full screen with no background and

no metadata.

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• Encoding the content into up to three encoding streams (two encoding streams [archive

and confidence] in composite mode, 3 encoding stream [ChA archive, ChB Archive and Confidence] in dual channel mode. See Encoder Settings and Layout Presets on page74).

• SMP 351 models encode the content and layout into two encoding streams, archive

and confidence.

• SMP 352 models and SMP 351 models with LinkLicense encode the content and

layout into three encoder streams that include archive channel A, archive channel B, and confidence.

• Creating a set of files — one or more .m4v or .mp4 files and other files containing

metadata, thumbnail images, and optional chapter markers. These files are stored either within the unit (the internal, default location), or on an optional USB drive (see Encoder

Settings and Layout Presets on page74 for instructions on how to set the default

recording storage location).

The SMP300 Series creates a set of the same types of files for every recording, regardless of how a recording is initiated. Default file names are specified within the System Settings page (see Setting the Default Recording Media on page82 for details).

Output and share recordings

Recording files can be saved in the SMP300 Series internal memory and on an optional connected USB drive. Recordings stored internally (not on a USB drive) can also be automatically uploaded to a network server folder.

NOTES:

• When integrated with an Opencast and Entwine, Kaltura, or Extron SCM server,

both adhoc and scheduled recordings are automatically uploaded to the server location deﬁned during the scheduling setup.

• To upload recordings for other scheduling or integration methods, specify a

publishing destination during system setup (FTP, SFTP, or CIFS/Windows Net Share server folder).

Uploading recordings to a server allows you to archive or share files with others who are authorized to access that folder or to use tools such as Extron Streaming Content Manager (SCM) and Entwine EMP. Streaming Content Manager checks the designated network server locations for new recordings, packages SMP300 Series recording files with a player application (Extron Media Player) and additional information, and automatically distributes recording packages to event presenters via a secure web page interface.

Entwine EMP is a tightly-integrated end-to-end software solution that facilitates the capture, management, and playback of media files from meetings, lectures, and other live events. Current, previously recorded, or archived media files can be added to Entwine EMP, making everything accessible from a single point. Entwine EMP ensures recordings with metadata are packaged for playback within the player environment.

Features

• Process two high resolution AV signals from up to five available inputs — Sizes

and positions two AV source signals in layouts that maximize the viewing experience.

• Stream and record simultaneously — Use the SMP300 Series to document

presentations and extend live streaming to overflow rooms or media servers. AV and IT staff can also view streaming in low resolution for support functions.

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• High quality scaling with flexible two-window management (For composite mode

only) — Display one or two high resolution sources in various window arrangements, including picture-in-picture and picture-by-picture arrangements for optimal interpretation.

• Record to internal and USB storage simultaneously (For composite mode only)

— Enable dual recording from the embedded web pages, and the SMP 300 Series can save a copy of the recording to the internal SSD drive and an identical copy to the selected USB storage drive.

• Produces MP4 media files that are compatible with virtually any media player

— Use recordings produced by the SMP300 Series directly with any software media player, computer, or mobile device.

• Flexible I/O ports for advanced AV system management — Install Extron FlexOS

applications onto the SMP300 Series that interface with control ports and automate system operation.

• License-free operation contributes to a low cost of ownership — With no

licensing or support fees, the SMP300 Series is a cost effective solution for AV streaming and recording.

• Save recordings to internal solid state drive, external USB storage, or a defined

network storage directory — Recordings can be saved to pre-defined locations most convenient to users.

• Stream concurrently at three resolutions and bit rates — High resolutions and

high bit rates deliver superior quality images for overflow applications and lower bit rates and resolutions are more efficient for streaming distribution and confidence viewing applications.

• SMP 351 models have two encoding streams, archive and confidence.

• SMP 352 models and SMP 351 models with LinkLicense have three resolutions

and bit rates, archive channel A, archive channel B, and confidence.

• Chapter and event marking with thumbnails viewable in Extron Media Player —

Chapters or events can be marked, and JPEG image thumbnails are produced that promote efficient searching and scanning from the Extron Media Player (EMP).

• Record at 480p, 720p, 1080p, 1024x768, 1280x1024, or custom resolution —

Use standard video resolutions or computer resolutions and user-defined custom rates based on content or viewing requirements.

• Stream at resolutions from 512x288 to 1080p/30 — High resolutions deliver

superior quality images for overflow applications and lower resolutions are more efficient for streaming distribution and confidence viewing applications.

• HDMI, component, composite, and optional 3G-SDI input — Provides

compatibility with common AV signal formats at resolutions up to 1920x1200 including 1080p/60. The SMP351 3G-SDI and SMP 352 3G-SDI models offers an additional 3G-SDI input connection.

• Easy to configure and operate from the front panel or external control system

— Ensures that presentations will be streamed and recorded and valuable information will be documented and repurposed.

• Window layout presets simplify control — Sixteen standard and customized source

layouts are available to be recalled quickly from the front panel or an external control system in composite mode.

• Internal Solid State Storage — Save recorded data to reliable, internal storage,

before transferring it to external destinations. For the 400 GB version, up to eighty hours of material can be saved to internal storage using archive quality media encoded at 10Mbps.

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• Define specific storage destinations for recorded data — Configure the SMP300

Series to save recordings to specific storage directories based on the user environment or application requirements.

• Manage AV recordings using Extron Streaming Content Manager — SCM

prepares recording packages that offer an enhanced playback experience from the Extron Media Player. SCM manages users and groups, and transfers recording packages to a rights-managed storage directory.

• Manage AV recordings using Entwine EMP (Enterprise Media Platform) — Ensures

recordings with metadata are packaged for playback within the player environment.

• HDCP-compliant input and output signal management — Encrypted signals

can be viewed on compliant displays connected to the SMP300 Series loop through, but cannot be streamed or recorded. A green signal is presented at non-compliant destinations.

• HDMI output with audio — Presents a preview of the blended source layout, which

is only available in composite mode, that is recorded or streamed with mixed, HDMIembedded stereo audio. Mixed analog stereo audio is also available.

• HDMI-embedded stereo audio or analog stereo input and output signal support

— Digital and analog audio signals are supported on the input channels and the output channel.

• Audio mixing and DSP functionality — Produces a quality audio experience without

requiring the use of external mixing and DSP equipment.

• DSP functions enabled by LinkLicense — Includes advanced audio DSP features,

such as level control, filtering, and dynamics, and streaming presets that increase functionality and provide a simplified workflow

• Directly compatible with Opencast Server — Integrate scheduling and publishing of

recorded media directly to the Opencast open source content management system.

• Directly compatible with Kaltura — Integrate publishing of recorded media directly

to Kaltura Management Console.

• Compatible with third party content management systems — Manually upload

recordings to systems such as iTunes-U, Blackboard LMS, SharePoint, CaptionSync, YouTube, Moodle, and RSS feed.

• Schedule recordings using iCalendar — Configure recording schedules on the

SMP300 Series by importing iCalendar files manually or automatically.

• Uploadable Extron FlexOS applications — Upload applications that use the four

digital I/O ports to control and manage devices used in the AV presentation environment for recording or streaming applications.

• RS-232, Ethernet, and digital I/O control ports — Interface with control systems,

sensors, or external devices used in the AV presentation environment.

• Supports source resolutions up to 1920x1200, including HDTV 1080p/60 — The

SMP300 Series supports a wide range of input resolutions, from standard definition up to the resolutions commonly used for computer video and HDTV.

• Standards-based H.264/MPEG-4 AVC video compression — The SMP300 Series

supports use of the Baseline, Main, or High Profiles at Levels 4.x, or 3.x providing the ability to optimize video coding for use with various types of applications and decoding devices.

• Channel A buffered input loop-through — Channel A input connectors include a

buffered loop-through, for easy integration into new or legacy systems without the need for additional AV equipment such as distribution amplifiers.

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• Auto-Image setup — When activated, the unit automatically analyzes the incoming

video signal and then automatically adjusts sizing, centering, and filtering to optimize image quality. This can save time and effort in fine tuning displayed images.

• Recording layout presets simplify control (Composite mode only)— The SMP300

Series provides 16 standard or customizable presets that specify the size and positioning of AV sources and metadata, simplifying management and selection of layouts from the front panel or an external control system.

• Encoding presets for quick recall of specific compression settings — The

SMP300 Series provides 32 standard or customizable presets for saving specific encoding settings such as H.264 profile, resolution, GOP (group of pictures) length, and bit rate session management configurations. Users can quickly switch between these presets to support different applications.

• Push and pull streaming session management — The flexibility to apply push and

pull streaming session management makes the SMP300 Series compatible with a variety of H.264 devices and streaming applications.

• Pull streaming transport protocols — RTP, RTSP interleaved, and HTTP tunneled

streaming transport protocols may be applied, based on various network conditions or to aid in firewall navigation.

• Push streaming transport protocols — Native RTP and MPEG-2 Transport

Streams (TS) may be applied in unicast or multicast streaming applications. TS may be transported using UDP or RTP based on network conditions.

• RTMP streaming protocol supports popular third party hosting services —

Supports RTMP push streaming with stream name or key, and user authentication for services like YouTube Live, Wowza Streaming Cloud, Facebook Live, Ustream, and more.

• Session Announcement Protocol (SAP) and Session Description Protocol (SDP)

— SAP and SDP protocols simplify identification of AV source streams in unicast or multicast push streaming applications.

• Adjustable recording and streaming bit rates — Select video bit rates from

200Kbps to 10 Mbps for video and audio bit rates from 80 Kbps to 320 Kbps based on the viewing application, storage, streaming or network conditions.

• Clean switching — Switching has a clean transition between sources. Distractions

such as visual jumps, glitches, and distortion commonly experienced when switching between computer and video sources will not be experienced when using the SMP300 Series.

• Recording metadata — Metadata can be assigned to make indexing and searching of

recordings simple including: Title, Presenter, Subject, Description, Publisher, Contributor, and Date.

• Metadata text overlay (Composite mode only) — Data concerning the recording

can be presented and clearly identified on recording layouts with AV sources and a background image.

• Uploadable background image files (Composite mode only) — Upload PNG image

files at resolutions up to 1920x1080 to identify organizational or event information. Background image can be applied in composite mode only.

• On-screen display information (Composite mode only) — Present device information

and status on source images to aid in troubleshooting and fault finding activities.

• On-screen display video time reference (Composite mode only) — Text displaying a

time reference (HH:MM:SS Format) can be presented within the onscreen display in the top left corner of the output signal.

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• System workflow alarms — Notify monitoring systems or support staff if disk space

is low, encrypted signals are detected, AV signal errors occur, or other error conditions exist.

• Alarm reporting — Automate communication with monitoring systems or support staff

using e-mail via Simple Mail Transfer Protocol.

• Includes LockIt HDMI cable lacing brackets.

• Rack-mountable 1U, full rack width metal enclosure.

• Internal universal power supply — The 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, international power

supply provides worldwide power compatibility.

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Installation

100-240V 0.8A MAX

USB STORAG

3G/HD/S

C S

OUTPUTS

MOUSE /

PQNO

This section provides information on:

• Mounting the SMP300 Series

• Rear Panel Overview

• SMP300 Series Rear Panel Reset

Mounting the SMP300 Series

The SMP300 Series models are housed in a 1U high, full rack width metal enclosure that can sit on a table with the provided rubber feet or can be mounted using the attached rack mounts. Select a suitable mounting location (see Mounting the SMP300 Series on page126), then choose an appropriate mounting option. Before connecting the SMP300 Series, turn off all devices that are to be connected.

Make all external device connections to the SMP models before applying power.

Rear Panel Overview

ABCDEFGH

100-240V 0.8A MAX

50-60 Hz

0-60 Hz

USB STORAGE

MOUSE /

KEYBOARD

EYBOAR

DIGITAL I/O

REMOTE

1234G

Tx Rx

RS-232

H A

- T

INPUTS-CH A

Figure 4. SMP300 Series Rear Panel (SMP351 3G-SDI shown)

100-240 VAC IEC connector for power input

USB type A receptacle for external storage device

(2) USB type A receptacles for mouse and keyboard, or

remote control RCP 101

3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connector for digital I/O

3.5 mm, 3-pole captive screw connector for Simple

Instruction Set (SIS™) control over RS-232

HDMI inputs 1 and 2

3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connector for channel A

analog stereo audio input

HDMI

LOOP THRU

P THR

RESET

SMP 300 Series

MP 300 Serie

LAN

AUDIO

AUDI

INPUTS-CH B

NPUT

B-Y

-Y

R-Y VID

3G/HD/SDI

AUDIOLR

HDMI

OUTPUTS

AUDIOLR

HDMI

(Optional input 5) 3G/HD/SDI input card

(SMP 351 3G-SDI and SMP 352 3G-SDI only)

3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connector for channel B

analog stereo audio input

HDMI loop thru from input 1 or 2

3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connector for channel A

analog stereo audio loop output

HDMI preview output

3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connector for analog stereo

audio output

Reset button and LED

3 BNC connectors for component or composite video

RJ-45 Ethernet connector for LAN connection

input 3

HDMI input 4

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Power Connection

100-240 VAC power input – Connect the provided IEC cord. Verify the front panel

buttons and LCD illuminate (see Front Panel Features on page19).

Control System and External Device Connections

The SMP300 Series can be configured and controlled from the Remote RS-232 port (see

figure 4, E on the previous page) or the front panel USB mini-B Config port (see figure 8, B page19) using SIS commands and DataViewer via Telnet port 23. A

standard web browser can be used for control and configuration from the LAN port. Because the LAN port must be connected for streaming output, Extron recommends using it for configuration, remote control, and firmware upgrades.

USB storage device – You can attach an optional external USB storage device to the

front or rear USB ports to save recorded files. The storage device can be any standard external hard drive or USB flash drive formatted with a compatible file system.

NOTE: The SMP300 Series can detect and record to USB storage devices using

FAT32, VFAT long file name extensions, EXT2, EXT3, EXT4 file systems, or NTFSformatted storage volumes.

USB keyboard and mouse, or RCP 101 – Connect a keyboard and mouse to the

two USB typeA ports. With a keyboard and mouse connected, the user can toggle <CTL+ALT+S> the HDMI output (see figure 8 on page19) between the standard preview output and the internal browser view.

Digital I/O – Connect to the four 3.5 mm, 5-pole captive screw connectors to provide

user-defined digital inputs or outputs (see About the FlexOS App - Digital I/O

Configurator on page94).

Remote — To control the SMP300 Series using SIS commands over RS-232, connect

the host RS-232 cable to the rear panel (see figure 13 on page24) with a 3-pole captive screw connector for bi-directional (±5V) serial host control. The default protocol for this port is as follows:

• 9600 baud

• no parity

• 8 data bits

• 1 stop bit

• no flow control (handshaking).

Reset button and LED — Press the reset button to reset the SMP300 Series. There

are several reset modes to return to user-defined configuration settings or to return all settings back to factory defaults. The LED indicates the desired reset mode, and provides the reset status during the reset operation (see SMP300 Series Rear Panel

Reset starting on page17).

RJ-45 Ethernet connector (LAN) — Use a standard Ethernet cable to connect to a

network. The default network settings are:

IP Address: Subnet Mask: Default Gateway: DHCP: OFF

NOTE: To connect the SMP300 Series directly to a computer Ethernet port, use a

crossover Ethernet cable (Connection Options on page95).

192.168.254.254

255.255.0.0

0.0.0.0

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Input Connections

Do not tin the wires!

Slee

Do not tin the wires!

Sleeve(s)

The audio and video inputs are grouped into channel A and channel B.

• Channel A analog audio input can be selected for video inputs 1 or 2 (F).

• Channel B analog audio can be selected for video inputs 3 (H), 4 (I), or 5 (J).

HDMI input (1 and 2) – Connect an HDMI (or DVI with suitable adapter) source device

to input 1 and input 2.

NOTE: Channel A (inputs 1 and 2) is optimized for full range sources such as PCs.

Channel A analog audio input – Connect a balanced or unbalanced stereo line level

audio device to this 5-pole, 3.5 mm captive screw connector. Channel A audio can be selected for output with HDMI inputs 1 and 2 instead of the embedded audio. Wire the connector as shown in figure 5.

When using a video source with adjustable quantization range on these inputs, select "Full Range" for the most accurate video reproduction.

Tip Ring ve(s)

Tip Ring

Left

Right

Tip

Sleeve

Tip

Sleeve

Left

Right

Unbalanced Stereo InputBalanced Stereo Input

(high impedance)(high impedance)

Figure 5. Audio Input Captive Screw Connector Wiring

Analog video input 3 – Connect component video to the three BNC connectors (B-Y,

R-Y, VID/Y). Connect a composite video signal to the VID/Y BNC connector.

HDMI input 4 – Connect an HDMI (or DVI with suitable adapter) source device to

input4.

Serial digital video input 5 (SMP 351 3G-SDI and SMP 352 3G-SDI only) –

Connect a 3G/HD/SDI video signal to this BNC connector.

Channel B analog and 3G-SDI audio input – Connect a balanced or unbalanced

stereo line level audio device to this 5-pole, 3.5mm captive screw connector. Channel B audio can be selected from either the HDMI embedded audio, ChB analog audio, or the audio can be set to Off. Wire the connector as shown in figure 5.

Output Connections

HDMI loop-thru output – Connect an HDMI (or DVI with suitable adapter) display

device to the HDMI Loop Thru connector to view the selected input 1 or input 2.

Audio loop output – Connect a balanced or unbalanced stereo line level audio device

to this 5-pole, 3.5 mm captive screw connector (see figure 4, M on page13). Wire the connector as shown in figure 5. Audio is always from audio input G.

ATTENTION:

• For unbalanced audio, connect the sleeves to the ground contact. DO NOT

connect the sleeves to the negative (–) contacts.

• Pour l’audio asymétrique connectez les manchons au contact au sol. Ne PAS

connecter les manchons aux contacts négatifs (–).

Tip

Ring

Tip

Ring

Left

Right

Balanced Audio Output Unbalanced Audio Output

Tip

NO Ground Here

Sleeve(s)

Tip

NO Ground Here

Figure 6. Audio Output Captive Screw Connector Wiring

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Right

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ATTENTION:

• The length of the exposed wires in the stripping process is important. The ideal

length is 3/16 inch (5 mm). If longer, the exposed wires may touch, causing a short circuit between them. If shorter, the wires can be easily pulled out even if tightly fastened by the captive screws.

• La longueur des câbles exposés est importante lorsque l’on entreprend de les

dénuder. La longueur idéale est de 5mm (3/16inches). S’ils sont un peu plus longs, les câbles exposés pourraient se toucher et provoquer un court circuit. S’ils sont un peu plus courts, ils pourraient sortir, même s’ils sont attachés par les vis captives.

• Do not tin the wires. Tinned wires are not as secure in the captive screw

terminals and could pull out.

• Ne pas étamer les câbles. Les câbles étamés ne sont pas aussi bien fixés dans

les terminaisons des à vis captives et pourraient sortir.

HDMI preview output – Connect an HDMI (or DVI with suitable adapter) display

device to this HDMI output connector. Using an attached USB keyboard and mouse, the Preview Output can be switched between a preview of the recorded content and an internal browser client.

Analog Audio output – Connect a balanced or unbalanced stereo line level audio

device to this 5-pole 3.5 mm captive screw connector (see figure 6 on the previous page) for select audio output. Wire the connector as shown in figure 6.

The audio output depends both on the input selection and if the embedded audio or analog audio is selected for that input (see Audio Select on page40). Audio output is selected from channel A, from channel B, or a mix of both channel A and channel B. For SMP 352 and SMP 351 with LinkLicense, when dual mono is enabled, audio output is selected from channel B dual mono or a mix of both channel A and channel B dual mono.

NOTE: The default audio channel is channel A and channel B. When dual mode is

enabled, the default output is channel A and channel B dual mono.

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SMP300 Series Rear Panel Reset

The Reset button on the rear panel of the SMP300 Series (see figure 4 on page13) returns the SMP300 Series to various modes of operation. There are three unit reset modes (numbered 1, 4, and 5) that are initiated from the rear panel reset button. To select different reset modes, use a pointed stylus or small screwdriver to press and hold the Reset button while the SMP300 Series is powered or press and hold the Reset button while applying power to the SMP300 Series.

NOTES:

• The reset modes listed in the table on the next page close all open IP and Telnet

connections and all sockets.

• Each reset mode is a separate reset (not a continuation from mode 1 to mode 5).

• Reset modes 2 and 3 are not available for the SMP300 Series.

• The SMP300 Series can also be reset using the Web-based User Interface (see

System Resets on page93).

• For information on resetting the SMP300 Series using SIS commands (see Resets

on page104).

• Further details comparing the reset modes and detailing affected conﬁguration

settings and user content are available in the Input Connections on page15.

ATTENTION:

• Review the reset modes carefully. Some reset modes delete all user loaded content

and revert the device to default conﬁguration.

• Étudier de près les différents modes de réinitialisation. Certains modes de

réinitialisation suppriment la totalité du contenu chargé de l’utilisateur et remettent l’appareil en mode de conﬁguration par défaut.

See the following for a summary of the reset modes.

Mode 1

Press and hold the Reset button.

Mode 4

Press and hold for 6 seconds.

Mode 5

Press and hold for 9 seconds.

RESET RESET

RESET

Apply power

to the SMP 300 Series.

Reset LED flashes twice.

Reset LED flashes three times.

RESET

Release, then immediately press and release again. Reset LED flashes, then goes off.

RESET

Release, then immediately press and release again. Reset LED flashes, then goes off.

RESET

Release Reset button.

Figure 7. Resetting the SMP300 Series

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SMP 300 Series Reset Modes

Mode Activation Result Purpose and Notes

1 Hold in the recessed rear

panel Reset button while applying power to the unit.

The SMP300 Series reverts to the factory default firmware for a single power cycle.

Use mode 1 to revert to the factory default firmware for a single power cycle if incompatibility issues arise with user-loaded firmware. All user files and settings are maintained.

Factory Firmware

NOTE: Do not operate with the default firmware loaded by a

mode1 reset. Use it only to load the most current firmware to the device.

Hold in the Reset button until the Reset LED blinks twice (once at 3 seconds, again at 6 seconds). Then, release and press the Reset button again within 1 second*.

• Sets port mapping back to factory

default.

• Sets the IP address back to

factory default (192.168.254.254).

• Sets the subnet mask address

back to the factory default (255.255.0.0).

Mode 4 is used to set IP address information using ARP and the MAC address.

"Resetting IP Settings" appears on a connected display.

• Sets the gateway IP address to

the factory default (0.0.0.0).

• Turns DHCP off.

Reset All IP Settings

• The Reset LED on the rear panel

of the unit flashes four times in succession.

Hold in the Reset button until the Reset LED blinks three times (once at 3 seconds, again at 6 seconds, again at 9 seconds). Then, release and press the Reset button again within 1 second*.

Reset to Factory Defaults

Performs a complete reset to factory defaults (except the firmware).

• Does everything mode 4 does.

• Clears port configurations.

• Resets all IP options.

Clears all user settings.

• Clears all files from the unit.

• The Reset LED on the rear panel

of the unit flashes four times in succession.

Mode 5 is useful to start over with default configuration and uploading, and also to replace events.

"Resetting SMP300 Series" appears on a connected display.

Mode 5 is equivalent to SIS command ZQQQ (see

Absolute reset SIS command

page104).

NOTE: * = For modes 4 and 5, nothing happens if the momentary press does not occur within 1 second.

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Front Panel Operation

This section of the manual discusses the operation of the SMP300 Series from the front panel.

Topics covered include:

• Front Panel Features

• Layout Presets (For Composite Mode Only)

• SMP300 Series Power Up Procedure

• Front Panel Menu Operation

• Front Panel Lockout (Executive Modes)

• Alarms

Front Panel Features

BBCCDDEEFFGGHHIIJJAA

Extron

USB STORAGE

CHANNEL A

CHANNEL B

CONFIG

AUDIO

LAYOUT

PRESET

SWAPSWAP NEXT

NEXTMARK

ADJUST

I/O

1 2 3 4

SMP 300 Series

PRESENTATION CAPTURE RECORDER

Figure 8. SMP300 Series Front Panel

Type A USB connector and activity LED for

external storage

USB mini B connector for configuration

Input buttons for source selection

Record controls with LED indicators

Audio level indicators

USB storage port and activity LED – Connect a USB compatible media device to

this port. The green LED blinks during both reading and writing of data. The storage device can be any standard external hard drive or USB flash drive formatted with a compatible file system.

NOTE: The SMP300 Series can detect and record to USB storage devices using

FAT32, VFAT long ﬁle name extensions, EXT2, EXT3, EXT4 ﬁle systems, or NTFSformatted storage volumes.

ATTENTION:

• Disconnecting a USB device while recording to it may result in corrupt or lost

data.

• Déconnecter un périphérique USB alors qu’un enregistrement y est effectué,

peut engendrer une altération ou une perte de données.

Layout Preset and Swap buttons

Menu display

Menu Navigation buttons (MENU and NEXT)

Adjust knobs (left [ and right {)

I/O display LEDs

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Config port — Connect a control device to this port with a USB mini-B cable (not

supplied). Use this port to send SIS commands to the SMP300 Series for device configuration and control (see Remote Communication and Control starting on page95).

Input selection — Press these buttons to select inputs associated with the rear panel

input connections.

• Channel A – Press the corresponding button to select HDMI input 1 or 2. If analog

audio (instead of embedded audio) is selected for an input, Channel A analog audio is output with the video.

• Channel B – Press the corresponding button to select composite/component

input3, HDMI input 4, and (optional) SDI input 5. If analog audio is selected for input 4, Channel B analog audio is output with the selected video input.

The currently selected Channel A input button and currently selected Channel B input button light solid amber.

NOTE: Input 5 lights only when the optional SDI input card is installed and the input

is selected.

Record controls with LED indicators – Press the Record, Stop, Pause, and

Mark buttons to perform the operation. The buttons light to indicate the current state of record operation.

• Record – Press to record the selected inputs. The record button lights solid

red during active recording.

• Stop – Press to stop the active recording. When pressed during a recording,

the stop button blinks green while the recorded file is being finalized, then lights solid green when the file is finalized.

• Pause – Press to pause recording. When pressed, the Pause button blinks

green to indicate recording is paused. Press Record or press Pause again to resume recording, or press Stop to halt the recording.

• Mark – Press

MARK

to place a chapter marker in the recorded file. When pressed during recording, the button illuminates green momentarily to indicate a chapter marker is inserted. The button also illuminates when JPEG thumbnails are automatically created at a fixed interval (default: 1 minute).

Audio level indicators – Two stacks of eight green LEDs track the audio level of the

left and right audio channels from -60 dBFS (one LED) to 0 dBFS (eight LEDs). The LEDs indicate both signal presence and active input signal levels.

• Input Configuration Mode – When input gain is adjusted, the meters display the

currently selected input left and right channel audio levels to assist setting audio gain (see Audio level starting on page41).

• Normal Mode – The meters display the left and right encoder input levels

measured after all audio input adjustments are applied and audio sources are blended/merged (if applicable).

Layout Preset (For composite mode only) and Swap – Press LAYOUT PRESET to

select one of the 16 capture presets (see Layout Presets (For Composite Mode

Only) on the next page. The button illuminates green. Use the ADJUST knobs (I) to

select the desired output layout. Press NEXT (H) to activate it. Press SWAP to switch Channel A and B inputs between the two layout windows. The

button illuminates green for 1 second to indicate the input swap.

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Menu display – Displays configuration menus and status information. Use the MENU

SMP 300 Series

PRESENTATION CAPTURE RECORDER

I/O

1 2 3 4

HIIJJAA

and NEXT buttons (H) and ADJUST knobs (I) to navigate the menu. During normal operation, a default display cycle is presented (see SMP300 Series Power Up

Procedure on page23). If there is an active alarm (see Alarms on page47), it is

listed instead.

Menu Navigation (MENU and NEXT) – Lights amber (unless menu lockout is

enabled). Press to access and navigate the configuration and control menus and submenus.

NOTE: The menu button blinks red when there is an active alarm (see Alarms on

page47).

MENU — Use this button to enter and move through the main menu system. NEXT — Use this button to step through the submenus of the selected menu.

Adjust knobs (left [ and right {) – Rotate these controls to scroll through menus

and to make adjustments within a menu or submenu.

NOTE: The buttons and controls on the SMP300 Series can be locked so that

configuration using the front panel is not possible (see Front Panel Lockout

(Executive Modes) on page47).

I/O display – A stack of four green LEDs that correspond to the four digital I/O

connections on the rear panel (see figure 4 on page13). Each LED indicates the on or off status of the corresponding ports which can be configured as digital input or digital output (see About the FlexOS App - Digital I/O Configurator on page94).

Layout Presets (For Composite Mode Only)

Layout presets define which inputs are selected and where they are placed on the output screen. There are 12 preconfigured and 4 user presets for custom layout configurations.

FGGH

LAYOUT PRESET

SWAPSWAP NEXT

Figure 9. Front Panel Layout Preset and Swap (F)

The two input channels, A and B, are determined by direct selection from the front panel. To select 1 of the 12 preconfigured layout presets:

1. Select input 1 or 2 for channel A and input 3, 4, or 5 for channel B (see Front Panel

Features on page19).

2. Press LAYOUT PRESET (F) to open the menu on the front panel display (G).

3. Use either ADJUST knob (I) to cycle through the presets. When the desired layout

name appears on the output display, stop.

ADJUST

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PBP Upper Left <1>

PbP 25%, main window 75%

PBP Mid Right <4>

Side by Side <7>

Fullscreen B <10>

Ch. B

16:9

METADATA METADATA

PBP Upper Right <2>

PbP 25%, main window 75%

Ch. A

16:9

PBP Mid Left <3>

PbP 25%, main window 75%

Ch. B

16:9

METADATA METADATA

Ch. A

16:9

Ch. A

16:9

Ch. B

16:9

METADATA METADATA

PbP 25%, main window 75%

Ch. A

16:9

PIP Upper Left <5>

PiP 25%, main window 100%

Ch. B

16:9

Ch. A

16:9

PIP Upper Right <6>

PiP 25%, main window 100%

Ch. A

16:9

Ch. B

16:9

METADATA METADATA

Ch. B

16:9

Windows horizontally centered

METADATA,

MORE METADATA

METADATA,

MORE METADATA

Ch. A

16:9

Ch. B

16:9

Ch. B

16:9

Ch. A

16:9

Side by Side (1) <8>

Windows horizontally centered

Ch. A

16:9

Fullscreen A <9>

main window 100%

Ch. B

16:9

CH A Center <11>

main window 75%, centered in screen

Ch. A

16:9

METADATA, MORE METADATA

CH B Center <12>

main window 75%, centered in screen

Ch. B

16:9

METADATA, MORE METADATA

Figure 10. Layout Presets

NOTE: PBP = Picture Beside Picture

PIP = Picture In Picture

4. Press NEXT (H) to select the layout.

5. If desired, press SWAP to reverse the screen position of the A and B input selections.

To store a custom layout configuration:

1. Select the layout from the above configurations closest to your requirements.

2. Change the window size and centering adjustments for each input to modify the layout

as needed (see Picture Control Menu on page28),

3. Press and hold LAYOUT PRESET for 3 seconds to enter the save layout menu.

4. User either ADJUST knob to select the desired preset location to store the new layout.

5. Press NEXT to save the new layout.

NOTE: In order to preserve the aspect ratios of the windows, some layouts can

have slightly different spacing at lower resolutions. It is recommended to save custom layouts at the resolution at which they will be recalled.

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SMP300 Series Power Up Procedure

NOTE: Before powering the SMP300 Series, ensure that all necessary devices are

connected properly. Devices do not need to be powered.

Connect the power cord to a 100 to 240 VAC supply (see Power Connection on page14). The unit undergoes self testing during the boot sequence (see figure 11 and figure 12 below). After the sequence is complete (and when the device is not being configured or has an active alarm), the default display cycle is on the LCD display.

Power

EXTRON

ELECTRONICS

FIRMWARE

Figure 11. Boot Sequence and Default Display Cycle for Composite Mode

~4 sec.

EXTRON

sec.

SMP 35x FW V1.06

30 sec.

SMP 35x

INITIALIZING

45 sec.

Default Display Cycle

In 1 1024x768@60 In 3 720p@60

2 sec.

TIME REMAIN

HH:MM:SS

sec.

2 sec.

ARCHIVE 5.0 MB

1280x720@30 fps

2 sec.

TIME RECORD

HH:MM:SS

Power

EXTRON

ELECTRONICS

FIRMWARE

2 sec.

~4 sec.

30 sec.

NOTE: The information shown in the default display cycle differs

EXTRON

SMP 35x FW V1.06

SMP 352

INITIALIZING

45 sec.

In 1 1024x768@60 In 3 720p@60

2 sec.

TIME REMAIN

HH:MM:SS

Default Display Cycle

2 sec.

CHA 5.0 MB

1280x720@30 fps

2 sec.

TIME RECORD

HH:MM:SS

2 sec.

CHB 5.0 MB

1280x720@30 fps

2 sec.

depending on the active input and the type of video signal.

Time Record displays only during a recording. Time Remain displays the remaining time in the event and the estimated recording time available during an unscheduled recording.

Figure 12. Boot Sequence and Default Display Cycle for Dual Channel Mode

The default display cycle varies depending on the input video signal and output stream selection. It shows the selected inputs and their resolutions, stream bit rate, and output resolution. During recording, the current length of the recording and time remaining are added to the default cycle.

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Front Panel Menu Operation

SMP 300 Series

PRESENTATION CAPTURE RECORDER

I/O

1 2 3 4

HIIJJAA

Configuration and adjustments can be performed using the embedded Web pages (see Overview of

the Web-Based User Interface on page50),

the SIS commands (see Remote Communication

and Control starting on page95), or using the

front panel controls and the menus displayed on the LCD screen (see figure 8, G on page19). These menus are used primarily during the initial set up.

Menu Navigation

Menu display — Displays the configuration menus on a 16x2 LCD display.

MENU button — Press MENU to activate menus and cycle through the main menus.

NEXT button — Press NEXT to move between the submenus of the selected main

menu.

ADJUST ([,{) knobs — In configuration mode, rotate the left ([) control and right ({)

control to scroll through submenu options and to make configuration selections (see the flowcharts in this chapter for details).

Menu Overview

After start-up, when no adjustments are actively being made, the Default Display Cycle (see figure 13 and figure 14 on page24) runs on the LCD (see figure 8, G on page19). The screen progressively cycles through the input and output format information, showing the number and video format of the active input and the current output resolution.

ADJUST

NOTE: If a signal is not present on the currently selected input, NOT DETECTED

appears in place of the input type. For example, IN#4 NOT DETECTED.

If there is an active recording, TIME RECORD displays the current length of the recording. TIME REMAIN shows the time remaining for an active scheduled recording.

Default Display Cycle

In#1 1024x768@60 In#3 720p@60

2 sec.

TIME REMAIN HH:MM:SS

sec.

ARCHIVE 5.0 MB

1280x720@30 fps

2 sec.

TIME RECORD

HH:MM:SS

2 sec.

Figure 13. Default Display Cycle for Composite Mode

Default Display Cycle

In 1 1024x768@60 In 3 720p@60

2 sec.

TIME REMAIN

HH:MM:SS

sec.

CHA 5.0 MB

1280x720@30 fps

2 sec.

TIME RECORD

2 sec.

HH:MM:SS

2 sec.

CHB 5.0 MB

1280x720@30 fps

2 sec.

Figure 14. Default Display Cycle for Dual Channel Mode

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Press the MENU button once to bring up the first main (top level) menu, as shown below.

(For Composite

Each successive MENU button press cycles to the next main menu.

NOTE: From any menu or submenu, after 30 seconds of inactivity, the SMP300 Series

times-out to the default display cycle.

Menu Menu Menu

PRESETS

Next Next (to submenus) (to submenus) (to submenus) (to submenus)

EXIT MENU? PRESS NEXT

Menu Menu Menu

PICTURE

CONTROL

STATUS

Next (to submenus) (to submenus) (to submenus) (to submenus)

RECORD/STREAM

CONFIGURATION

Menu Menu

VIEW COMM

SETTINGS

MenuMenu

+ Input 5 for Edit Menu

INPUT

CONFIGURATION

ADVANCED

CONFIGURATION

Figure 15. Top Level Menus

The flowchart above provides an overview of the menu system. The top level menus are displayed one at a time, in order, on the LCD panel by pressing the

MENU front panel button. To return to the default cycle from a top level menu or submenu, press MENU repeatedly until

EXIT MENU? appears, then press NEXT. Alternatively, the menu times out after 30seconds of inactivity and returns to the default cycle.

Press NEXT when a menu displays to access its submenu. Within the submenu, press MENU to exit the submenu and return to the currently active menu or press NEXT to move to the next submenu.

Submenu details with configuration and options for each setting are on the following pages. A complete schematic of the menus and submenus is in the reference section (see Front

Panel Menu Diagrams starting on page149).

NextNextNext Next

MenuMenu

BACKGROUND

RECALL

NextNext

Mode Only)

Presets Menu

The presets menu allows the user to save or recall encoder and user presets. From the default menu, press MENU to cycle to the Presets menu. Press NEXT to enter the submenus. Press NEXT to advance to the relevant submenu: Recall or Save. Within the submenu, use the ADJUST controls to select the preset, then press NEXT to

recall or save the selection. Press MENU to exit the submenu.

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PRESETS

ARCHIVE ENCODER

RECALL

<N/A>

Rotate either to select a preset to recall.

ARCHIVE ENCODER

SAVE

<N/A>

Rotate either to select a preset # to save current settings to.

IN<1> USER RECALL

<N/A>

Rotate [ to select an input. Rotate { to select a preset.

IN<1> USER SAVE

<N/A>

Rotate [ to select an input. Rotate { to select a preset.

Figure 16. Presets Menu in Composite

Mode

CHA ARCHIVE ENCODER

RECALL

<N/A>

Rotate horizontal knob to select encoder. Rotate vertical knob to select a preset to recall.

CHA ARCHIVE ENCODER

SAVE

<N/A>

Rotate horizontal knob to select encoder. Rotate vertical knob to select a preset to recall.

IN<1> USER RECALL

<N/A>

Rotate [ to select an input. Rotate { to select a preset.

IN<1> USER SAVE

<N/A>

Rotate [ to select an input. Rotate { to select a preset.

Figure 17. Presets Menu in Dual

Channel Mode

Encoder presets

Encoder presets allow users to quickly switch between various encoder profiles for different resolution and bit rates. There are 32 encoder presets for different streaming and recording applications.

Encoder presets save the following parameters:

ENCODER PRESETS

Video Resolution Audio bit rate Video bit rate Audio Delay Frame Rate Record Mode bit rate Control GOP Length Profile type Preset Name Profile Level

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Default encoder presets

The first nine encoder presets are predefined. Preset 3 is the default value for the Archive Encoder (Channel A and Channel B). Preset 9 is the default value for the Confidence Encoder (Streaming = on by default).

Preset

1 1080p High 1920x1080 8000 30 320 VBR 30 High 4.1 2 1080p Low 1920x1080 6000 15 128 CVBR 30 Main 3.2 *3 720p High 1280x720 5000 30 192 VBR 30 High 3.1 4 720p Low 1280x720 3000 15 128 CVBR 30 Main 3.1 5 480p High 848x480 2500 30 128 VBR 30 High 3.1 6 480p Low 848x480 1500 15 80 CVBR 30 Main 3.1 7 VGA High 1280x1024 3500 30 128 VBR 30 High 4.1 8 VGA Low 1024x768 2500 15 128 VBR 30 High 3.1 9 Confidence 512x288 350 15 192 VBR 15 Base 3.0 10-32 User Defined

NOTES:

• * Audio settings are determined by the encoding for the primary recording or stream. Audio for conﬁdence

• Default record mode is video and audio.

• The predeﬁned encoder presets can be modiﬁed by the user. If necessary, a factory reset returns all

Preset

Name

monitoring is not re-encoded. Therefore, by default, the recording uses encoder preset 3, and the audio bit rate is 192 kbps.

changes to the above table values.

Resolution Video

Bit Rate

(kbps)

Frame

Rate

(fps)

Audio

Bit Rate

(kbps)

Bit Rate

Control

GOP

Length

H.264

Profile

H.264

Level

User presets

User presets save current settings or recall previously saved configurations for the selected input. User presets can be saved on one input rate and recalled on a different input rate. There are 16 user presets per input.

User presets save the following parameters (per input):

• Color • Preset name

• Tint • Aspect ratio

• Contrast • Brightness

To save a user preset from the front panel:

1. From the Picture Control menu, configure the selected input as desired (see Input

Configuration Menu on page37).

2. Press MENU to cycle through the main menus to the Presets menu.

3. Press NEXT to cycle to the User Save submenu.

4. Rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to select the input.

NOTE: Only the selected front panel channel A and the selected channel B inputs

are available.

5. Use the right ({) ADJUST knob to select one of the 16 user presets.

6. Press NEXT to save the new preset values.

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Each input has sixteen user preset locations available. A configuration can be saved to any preset number using this menu, the embedded Web pages, or via SIS. Select N/A and press NEXT to exit without saving settings.

To recall a user preset from the front panel:

1. Press MENU to cycle through the main menus to the Presets menu.

2. Press NEXT to cycle to the User Recall submenu.

3. Rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to select the input.

NOTE: Only the selected front panel channel A and the selected channel B inputs

are available.

4. Use the left ({) ADJUST knob to select one of the sixteen user presets.

5. Press NEXT to select the new preset for the input.

Each input has 16 user presets recalled using this menu, the Web pages, or via SIS. Select N/A and press NEXT to exit without applying the user preset settings.

Picture Control Menu

The Picture Control menu includes all picture settings such as color, tint, brightness, and contrast. In composite mode, it allows the user to adjust horizontal and vertical window positioning along with horizontal and vertical window size for the selected input (see

Layout Presets (For Composite Mode Only) on

page21).

From the Picture Control menu, press NEXT to move to the desired submenu.

In full screen mode, only channel A or only channelB is displayed. If both channels are active, use the

ChannelSelect submenu and either adjustment control to select between channel A and B. The submenu displays the status of the selected window.

Within the submenu, use the ADJUST knobs to select and change values as required.

Press MENU to exit the submenu. The Channel Select submenu is available for all inputs. Subsequent picture control

submenus are available depending on the input selection (see the following table).

PICTURE

CONTROL

CHANNEL SELECT

Rotate = to select a channel. Rotate ] to turn the channel on or off.

H POSITION [A] V <+0000> <+0000>

Rotate = to adjust Horizontal Position. Rotate ] to adjust Vertical Position.

Range YUVp/

Position

Size Vert:64 to 4096

Horz:120 to 4096

Brightness 0 to 127 Contrast 0 to 127 Color 0 to 127 Tint 0 to 127

YUVi Composite

HDTV

X X X X

X X

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NTSC Only

HDMI

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NOTES:

• * The position range depends on the selected resolution.

• X indicates applicable picture controls for the input type.

• The position and size values are for archive encoding.

Channel select

This submenu selects the input channel for the remainder of the submenus. Rotate either ADJUST knob to select channel A and channel B.

Picture position (composite mode only)

This submenu sets the horizontal (H) and vertical (V) position of the active video for the selected channel. The maximum value depends on the archive encoder resolution. The range is dynamically adjusted to ensure t least 32x32 pixels of the window stays on the screen. A small window (for example, 300 pixels wide) cannot go far into the negative (in this case it is limited to -268 pixels).

To use the Picture Position submenu:

• Rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to change the horizontal position of the video for

the selected input. The selected value relates to the left edge of the active video. The default is 0000.

• Rotate the right ({) ADJUST knob to change the vertical position of the video for the

selected input. The selected value relates to the top edge of the active video. The default is 0000.

Picture size (composite mode only)

The Size submenu is used to set the horizontal and vertical size of the active video for the selected input.

To use this submenu:

• Rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to change the horizontal size of the video for the

selected input. The range of settings is dependent on the output resolution.

• Rotate the right ({) ADJUST knob to change the vertical size of the video for the

selected input. The range of settings is dependent on the output resolution.

Brightness and contrast

This submenu is used to adjust the brightness and contrast of the active video for the selected input.

To use this submenu:

• Rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to change the brightness of the video for the selected

input. The range of settings is 000 to 127. The default is 064.

• Rotate the right ({) ADJUST knob to change the contrast of the video for the selected

input. The range of settings is 000 to 127. The default is 064.

Color and tint

This submenu is used to adjust the color and tint of the active video for the selected input.

NOTES:

• The color adjustment is only available for composite and YUVi video signal inputs.

• The tint adjustment is only available for composite NTSC video signal inputs. Tint is

not available for PAL video signal inputs.

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To use this submenu:

• Rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to adjust the color of the video for the selected input.

When this configuration option is set to 0, colors appear as shades of gray. The range of settings is 000 to 127. The default is 064.

• Rotate the right ({) ADJUST knob to adjust the tint (appearance of colors) of the video

for the selected input. The range of settings is 000 to 127. The default is 064.

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Record and Stream Configuration Menu

This menu allows the user to configure the archive (recording) and confidence encodes.

Use either ADJUST knob to change the selections. Press NEXT to enter changes and move to the next submenu. Press MENU to enter changes And return to the main menu.

The flow chart on the right shows all possible submenus for the

RECORD/STREAM CONFIGURATION menu.

Subsequent submenus are hidden or displayed depending on previous submenu selections (see the image at right).

RECORD/STREAM

CONFIGURATION

ENCODER

ENCODER MODE

RECORDING

RECORD TO 71.75 GB

STREAMING

<ON>

STREAM METHOD

<PULL>

STREAM PROTOCOL

MULTICAST IP XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX

OUTPUT MODE

AUDIO OUTPUT

RESOLUTION <1280x720>

FRAME RATE

<30>

VID BITRATE AUD

<5000> <384>

Rotate either to select encoder type.

Rotate either to select Composite or Dual mode.

Rotate either to select Off, Single, or Secondary mode.

Rotate [ to select Auto, Internal, or External location. Rotate { to select a volume on the external location.

Rotate either to select mode.

Rotate either to select push or pull streaming.

Rotate either to select protocol to follow stream method.

Rotate [ to select octet. Rotate { to change address.

Rotate either to select audio and video, or video only.

Rotate either to select ChA, ChB or A+B (Channel B dual mono disabled).

Rotate either to select recording resolution.

Rotate either to select frame rate.

Rotate [ to change video bitrate. Rotate { to change audio bitrate.

-OR-

ENCODER

STREAM METHOD

STREAM PROTOCOL

DESTINATION IP

XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX

VID BITRATE AUD

<350> <192>

Rotate either to select encoder type.

STREAMING

<ON>

Rotate either to select mode.

<PULL>

Rotate either to select push or pull streaming.

Rotate either to select protocol to follow

stream method.

Rotate [ to select octet. Rotate { to change address.

RESOLUTION

<512x288>

Rotate either to select streaming resolution.

FRAME RATE

<15>

Rotate either to select streaming frame rate.

Rotate [ to change video bitrate. Rotate { to change audio bitrate.

Encoder select menu

This submenu determines the purpose of the encoded stream. The subsequent encoder configuration submenus are dependent this setting. Select one of the following:

• Archive – Provides the highest quality stream but uses the most bandwidth and

resources. The settings also apply to the recordings.

• Confidence – Provides a lower quality stream, typically for confidence monitoring.

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Recording mode

RECORD/STREAM

CONFIGURATION

ENCODER

ENCODER MODE

RECORDING

<OFF>

RECORDING

RECORD TO 71.75 GB

STREAMING

<ON>

Figure 18. Recording Submenus for Composite Mode

RECORD/STREAM

CONFIGURATION

Rotate either to select encoder type.

Rotate either to select Composite or Dual channel Mode.

Rotate either to select Off, Single, or Secondary recording mode.

Rotate [ to select Auto, Internal, or External location. Rotate { to select a volume on the external location.

Rotate either to select mode.

ENCODER MODE

<DUAL>

RECORD TO 71.75 GB

2ND REC TO X.XX GB USBFRONT

RECORDING

INTERNAL

Display only.

Rotate either to select among multiple volumes on a drive.

ENCODER

Rotate either to select encoder type.

ENCODER MODE

RECORDING

<OFF>

ENCODER MODE

<DUAL>

Rotate either to select Channel Mode.

RECORDING

Rotate either to select Off, Single, or Secondary mode.

RECORD TO 71.75 GB

Rotate [ to select Auto, Internal, or External location. Rotate { to select a volume on the external location.

STREAMING

<ON>

Rotate either to select mode.

Figure 19. Recording Submenus for Dual Channel Mode

The Encoder Archive mode submenu contains options for directing the recording to a storage location. Rotate either selection knob to select Composite or Dual Channel mode. If Composite mode is selected, rotate either selection knob to select:

• Single – The archive stream is recorded to the internal drive only (default).

• Secondary – The archive stream is recorded to the internal drive and the drive

connected to the one of the USB ports (front, rear, or RCP).

• Off – Recording is off.

NOTE: If Dual Channel mode is selected, rotate either knob to select Single or Off.

Subsequent submenus are available based on the Recording selection.

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NOTE: When a USB device has more than one logical volume, each volume is

numbered. Use the right ({) ADJUST knob to select from among the different volumes on USB front, USB rear, and USB RCP storage devices.

ATTENTION:

• Disconnecting a USB device while recording to it may result in corrupt or lost data.

• Déconnecter un périphérique USB alors qu’un enregistrement y est effectué, peut

engendrer une altération ou une perte de données.

NOTE: The SMP300 Series can detect and record to USB storage devices using

FAT32, VFAT long file name extensions, EXT2, EXT3, EXT4 file systems, or NTFSformatted storage volumes. For compatibity with FAT32, file sizes must be limited to

3.8 GB

Record To (Single)

The Record To submenu selects the drive the input is recorded to.

Auto – The SMP stores the recording to locations in order of priority as set in the Destination Recording Priority drop-down lists

Internal – Selects the internal drive and displays the available drive space. External – Selects the drive connected to the front panel USB port and displays the

available drive space. If there is no drive connected, the submenu is skipped. When External is active, rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to select from the following:

• <USBFRONT [VOLNAME]> – An external drive connected to the front panel USB port.

• <USBREAR [VOLNAME]> – An external drive connected to the rear panel USB port.

• <USBRCP [VOLNAME]> – An external drive connected to the RCP USB port.

Auto mode allows users to set the recording storage priority by selecting options from the four Destination Recording Priority drop-down lists (see figure 20 below). Recordings are saved to the highest priority that has available storage space to the lowest (left to right). When that drive is full, the SMP uses the next drive with available space in the priority list (see Start an AdHoc Recording on page58).

Figure 20. Recording Media Selection and Limit

NOTE: For more information about recording media selection, please refer to the SMP

300 Series Help ﬁle.

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Record To (Internal + 2nd)

The Record To submenu selects the drive the input records to. Selecting Dual assumes there is a USB drive connected. The input is always recorded to both the internal and external drives.

Internal – Displays the available drive space for the internal drive. External – Displays the available drive space of the connected USB drive. If no drive is

currently connected, the drive space will be N/A. When External is active, rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to select from the following:

• <USBFRONT [VOLNAME]> – An external drive connected to the front panel USB port.

• <USBREAR [VOLNAME]> – An external drive connected to the rear panel USB port.

• <USBRCP [VOLNAME]> – An external drive connected to the RCP USB port.

Streaming

Streaming is available in both archive and confidence encodes. Streaming can be ON (enabled) or OFF. When streaming is enabled, the STREAM METHOD, STREAM PROTOCOL, and MULTICAST IP or DESTINATION IP submenus are available. The appropriate submenus are displayed depending on the previous submenu selection.

In the menus and submenus MULTI refers to a multicast protocol and UNI refers to unicast.

RECORD/STREAM

CONFIGURATION

STREAMING

<ON>

Rotate either to toggle streaming on or off.

STREAM METHOD

Rotate either to select RTSP PULL, RTP PUSH, or RTMP PUSH.

STREAM PROTOCOL

Rotate either to select protocol. Press NEXT to select and move to next submenu.

-OR-

- OR -

STREAM PROTOCOL

MULTICAST IP

XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX

Rotate [ to select octet. Rotate { to change address.

NEXT NEXT

STREAM METHOD

<PUSH>

STREAM PROTOCOL

DESTINATION IP

XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX

Rotate [ to select octet. Rotate { to change address.

Rotate either to select protocol from this list: UNI TS/UDP MULTI TS/UDP UNI TS/RTP MULTI TS/RTP UNI ES/RTP MULTI ES/RTP

Press NEXT to select and move to next submenu.

Figure 21. Streaming Submenus

The following submenus appear only when the encoder selection is ARCHIVE. Confidence encodes have independent stream settings.

Stream Method

Rotate either ADJUST knob to select : PULL (default) or PUSH.

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Stream Protocol

The available stream protocol follows push or pull streaming. When RTSP PULL streaming is selected, the user can choose between UNI RTP/UDP

(default) and MULTI RTP/UDP. When RTP PUSH streaming is selected, the user can pick one of six options:

UNI TS/UDP (default), UNI TS/RTP, UNI ES/RTP, MULTI TS/UDP, MULTI TS/RTP and MULTI ES/RTP.

When RTMP PUSH streaming is selected, the user will need to go to the WebUI to enter the server URL and stream name/ key of the push destination (see the SMP 300 Series Help file for more information).

Multicast IP for pull multicast

When a multicast protocol is selected, the MULTICAST IP address must be entered. Check with the IT department for the correct multicast IP address for your network.

Enter the MULTICAST IP address:

• Rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to select the octet.

• Rotate the right ({) ADJUST knob to change the address.

Destination IP for push streaming

When push streaming is selected, the DESTINATIONIP address must be entered. Enter the DESTINATION IP address:

• Rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to select the octet.

• Rotate the right ({) ADJUST knob to change the address.

NOTE: The destination can also be configured to a local hostname or fully qualified

domain name using the Web-based User Interface (see the SMP 300 Series Help file for details).

Output mode

When the ARCHIVE encoder is selected, an option is provided to output audio and video or video only.

Rotate either ADJUST knob to select an output mode: AUDIO/VIDEO or VIDEO.

Audio Output

The SMP 351 without LinkLicense allows the user to set the AUDIO OUTPUT to either A ONLY, B ONLY, or A+B.

The SMP 351 with LinkLicense and the SMP 352 allow users to set the AUDIO OUTPUT to either channels A+B DUAL MONO or B DUAL MONO when Dual Mono for channel B is enabled.

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RECORD/STREAM

CONFIGURATION

OUTPUT MODE

AUDIO OUTPUT

Rotate either to select audio and video, or video only.

Rotate either to select ChA, ChB or A+B.

-OR-

AUDIO OUTPUT

Rotate either to select B dual mono or A+B dual mono.

Figure 22. Audio Output Submenu

Resolution

Archive and confidence encoders have independent resolution settings. The selections are:

• Custom • 1280x720 (default)

• 512x288 • 1280x1024

• 848x480 • 1920x1080

• 1024x768

There are three types of encoders - Archive Channel A, Archive Channel B, and Confidence.

Output Rate Aspect Format Name Max FPS

1 848x480 16:9 480p 30 2 1280x720 16:9 720p 30 3 1920x1080 16:9 1080p 30 4 1024x768 4:3 XGA 30 5 1280x1024 5:4 SXGA 30 6 512x288 16:9 WCIF 30

Recording resolution defaults to 1280x720.

NOTES:

• If the archive and conﬁdence aspect ratios do not match, the source material can

appear stretched on the conﬁdence stream.

• A custom rate is deﬁned with the Web-based UI.

• For composite mode, the conﬁdence encode cannot have a higher resolution than

the archive encode.

Frame Rate (video)

Archive and confidence encodes have independent frame rate settings. This menu provides a frame rate selection (frames per second) from the following list:

• 30 (default) • 24 • 12.5 • 10

• 25 • 15 • 12 • 5

Frame rates are selected separately for the archive and confidence encoder configurations.

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Bit Rate (Video)

INPUT

CONFIG

Rotate either to select input.

INPUT SELECT

<3>

NOTE: The Input Configuration submenus are input specific. Depending on the input type, not all submenus (shown in gray on subsequent pages) are available.

Archive and confidence encodes have independent video bit rate settings. Video (VID) bit rate sets a target video bit rate from 200 kbps to 10000 kbps (default 5000 kbps).

Rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to select the video bit rate.

Bit Rate (Audio)

Archive and confidence encodes have the same audio bit rate settings. Audio (AUD) bit rate allows the user to select an audio bit rate in kbps from the following selections:

• 80 • 96 • 128

• 192 (default) • 256 • 320

Rotate the right ({) ADJUST knob to select an audio bit rate.

Input Configuration Menu

This menu allows the user to configure each of the five inputs.

NOTE: The Input Configuration submenus are

input specific. Depending on the input type, not all submenus (shown in gray on subsequent pages) are available.

From the Input Config menu, press NEXT to enter the submenu (see image at right).

Input Select

The first submenu is the input selection (see image at right). Rotate either ADJUST knob to select the desired input number from the active front panel input selections for further configuration. This selection determines the subsequent submenus that are visible.

INPUT

CONFIG

INPUT SELECT

<3>

Rotate either to select input.

Input format

The next submenu selects the input signal format (see image at right).

*Default **Input 5 requires an optional 3G/HD/SDI input card.

NOTE: When there is no active input, the input parameters show "N/A". For digital

INPUT #[3]

Rotate either to select the input format.

INPUT #1 INPUT #2 INPUT 3 INPUT 4 **INPUT 5

*HDMI/DVI *HDMI/DVI *YUVp/HDTV *HDMI/DVI *Auto-SDI

YUVi 3G-SDI Composite HD-SDI SDI

inputs, H/V start, H/V active, total pixel and phase submenus do not apply.

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INPUT

CONFIG

Rotate either to select the input format.

Rotate either to select input.

INPUT SELECT

<3>

INPUT #[3]

INPUT

CONFIG

Rotate either to select the input format.

Rotate [ to select the horizontal start pixel. Rotate { to adjust the vertical start pixel.

Rotate [ to adjust Horizontal Active pixel width. Rotate { to adjust Vertical Active pixel height.

Rotate either to select input.

Rotate [ to adjust TTL pixel width. Rotate { to adjust phase.

INPUT SELECT

<3>

INPUT #[3]

(3) TTLPIX PHASE

(3) H START V

<128> <128>

(3) H ACTIVE V

<1024> <0768>

Film detection (interlaced input formats only)

Film detection is automatically enabled when an interlaced input format is selected (see Input format above). Film detection supports 2:2 and 3:2 detection. The processing maximizes image detail and sharpness for interlaced sources that originated from film. Film detection is valid for any interlaced input type. The SMP300 Series de-interlaces NTSC, PAL, and 1080i inputs.

If PIP mode and film detection are on for both inputs, the priority is given to the interlace input. If both inputs are interlaced, priority is first to the larger window size, or to the main window.

Film detection mode cannot be disabled and has no user adjustments.

Signal sampling configuration

Signal sampling optimizes the input signal for the currently selected input. The signal sampling settings are only available for analog inputs.

• H START (horizontal start) and V START

(vertical start) — This submenu is used to set the horizontal and vertical start positions of the active video for input 3.

To use this submenu:

(3) H START V

<128> <128>

Rotate [ to select the horizontal start pixel. Rotate { to adjust the vertical start pixel.

(3) H ACTIVE V

<1024> <0768>

Rotate [ to adjust Horizontal Active pixel width. Rotate { to adjust Vertical Active pixel height.

(3) TTLPIX PHASE

Rotate [ to adjust TTL pixel width. Rotate { to adjust phase.

Rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to change the horizontal start pixel position (left edge) of the active video for the selected input. The default is 128.

Rotate the right ({) ADJUST knob to change the vertical start line position (top edge) of the active video for the selected input. The default is 128.

• H ACTIVE (horizontal active pixels) and V ACTIVE (vertical active lines) — This

submenu is used to set the horizontal active pixels and vertical active lines of the active video for input 3.

To use this submenu: Rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to change the width (in pixels) of the active video for

the selected input. Rotate the right ({) ADJUST knob to change the height (in lines) of the active video for

the selected input.

• TTLPIX (total pixels) and PHASE (pixel phase) — This submenu is used to set the total

pixels and pixel phase of the active video for input 3. To use this submenu: Rotate the left ([) ADJUST knob to change the width (in pixels) of the total display area

to be sampled for the selected input. Rotate the right ({) ADJUST knob to move the pixel sampling point for the selected

input. The range of settings is 000 to 063. The default is 032.

Aspect Ratio

The Aspect Ratio adjustment allows the user to select between input rates to fill the entire window for that channel (FILL), scale up to fit the channel window and keep the original aspect ratio (FIT), or to allow each input rate to display in its native aspect ratio with respect to the channel window (FOLLOW).

ASPECT RATIO IN[1]

<FILL>

Rotate either to select an aspect ratio for the selected input.

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The aspect ratio can be changed per input. The selected input is displayed in the first line.

INPUT

CONFIG

Rotate either to select the input format.

Rotate [ to select the horizontal start pixel. Rotate { to adjust the vertical start pixel.

Rotate [ to adjust Horizontal Active pixel width. Rotate { to adjust Vertical Active pixel height.

Rotate either to select input.

Rotate either to select an aspect ratio for the selected input.

Rotate [ to adjust TTL pixel width. Rotate { to adjust phase.

INPUT SELECT

<3>

INPUT #[3]

(3) TTLPIX PHASE

(3) H START V

<128> <128>

(3) H ACTIVE V

<1024> <0768>

ASPECT RATIO IN[1]

<FILL>

Rotate either ADJUST knob to select FOLLOW, FILL (default), and FIT for the selected input.

Aspect Ratio Screen Appearance Description

The input format passes unchanged. A 4x3 format (represented by the red block on the left) remains at its original aspect ratio. The vertical dimension fills, but not the horizontal

dimension of the output or recording. Letter box or pillar bars can be applied based on the horizontal and vertical size settings (see

Picture Control Menu on page28).

The input format is zoomed to fill the output with top and bottom or left and right information cropped out in order to fit the screen without letterboxing or adding pillars.

FIT

Some loss of image occurs represented by the dimmed image outside the red block.

The input format is non-uniformly scaled to fill the 16x9 output. A 4x3 input fills the horizontal and vertical screen of the output

FILL

or recording with some distortion of the input (default)

NOTE: The selected input aspect ratio setting is applied to both the archive and confidence

outputs. If the confidence resolution is different, the applied aspect ratio cannot be maintained. For example, if the archive resolution is 1080p with an aspect ratio of 16:9, and the confidence display is 1024x768 with an aspect ratio of 4:3, the input aspect ratio selection cannot be maintained for both.

EDID on HDMI connectors

EDID emulation is available on HDMI inputs 1, 2 and 4. By default, all three custom EDIDs are set to 720p @ 60Hz, 2-channel audio. The selected input is displayed in the first line. Rotate either ADJUST knob to select the desired EDID from the following table.

EDID Resolution Refresh Rate Rate Type Video Forma Audio

1 800x600 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 2 1024x768 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 3 1280x720 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 4 1280x768 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 5 1280x800 60 Hz PC DVI N/A

EDID INPUT #[1]

<720p_60_2ch>

Rotate [ to set an EDID value for the active input.

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INPUT

CONFIG

Rotate either to select the input format.

Rotate [ to select the horizontal start pixel. Rotate { to adjust the vertical start pixel.

Rotate [ to adjust Horizontal Active pixel width. Rotate { to adjust Vertical Active pixel height.

Rotate [ to set an EDID value for the active input.

Rotate either to select input.

Rotate either to select an aspect ratio for the selected input.

Rotate [ to adjust TTL pixel width. Rotate { to adjust phase.

INPUT SELECT

<3>

INPUT #[3]

(3) TTLPIX PHASE

EDID INPUT #[1]

<720p_60_2ch>

(3) H START V

<128> <128>

(3) H ACTIVE V

<1024> <0768>

ASPECT RATIO IN[1]

<FILL>

EDID Resolution Refresh Rate Rate Type Video Forma Audio

6 1280x1024 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 7 1360x768 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 8 1366x768 60 Hz PC DVI N/A

9 1400x1050 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 10 1440x900 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 11 1600x900 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 12 1600x1200 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 13 1680x1050 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 14 1920x1080 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 15 1920x1200 60 Hz PC DVI N/A 16 800x600 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 17 1024x768 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 18 1280x768 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 19 1280x800 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 20 1280x1024 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 21 1360x768 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 22 1366x768 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 23 1400x1050 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 24 1440x900 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 25 1600x900 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 26 1600x1200 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 27 1680x1050 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 28 1920x1200 60 Hz PC HDMI 2-Ch 29 480p 60 Hz HDTV HDMI 2-Ch 30 576p 50 Hz HDTV HDMI 2-Ch 31 720p 50 Hz HDTV HDMI 2-Ch 32 720p 60 Hz HDTV HDMI 2-Ch 33 1080i 50 Hz HDTV HDMI 2-Ch 34 1080i 60 Hz HDTV HDMI 2-Ch 35 1080p 25 Hz HDTV HDMI 2-Ch 36 1080p 50 Hz HDTV HDMI 2-Ch 37 1080p 24 Hz HDTV HDMI 2-Ch 38 1080p 60 Hz HDTV HDMI 2-Ch 39 User Loaded Slot 1

User Loaded Slot 2

41 User Loaded Slot 3

Audio Select

Each of the inputs has a corresponding input audio format selection. The selected input is displayed in the first line.

For HDMI inputs 1, 2, 4, and 5 the audio format can be:

• LPCM 2CH — for embedded digital audio (default)

• ANALOG AUDIO — for analog audio from the rear panel captive screw connections

• OFF — for no audio

For analog video input 3, the audio format can be:

IN[1] AUDIO SELECT

Rotate either to select an audio input source for the selected input.

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• ANALOG AUDIO — for analog audio from the rear panel captive screw connections

INPUT

CONFIG

Rotate either to select the input format.

Rotate [ to select the horizontal start pixel. Rotate { to adjust the vertical start pixel.

Rotate [ to adjust Horizontal Active pixel width. Rotate { to adjust Vertical Active pixel height.

Rotate [ to set an EDID value for the active input.

Rotate either to select input.

Rotate either to select an aspect ratio for the selected input.

Rotate either to select an audio input source for the selected input.

Rotate [ to adjust TTL pixel width. Rotate { to adjust phase.

INPUT SELECT

<3>

INPUT #[3]

(3) TTLPIX PHASE

EDID INPUT #[1]

<720p_60_2ch>

(3) H START V

<128> <128>

(3) H ACTIVE V

<1024> <0768>

ASPECT RATIO IN[1]

<FILL>

IN[1] AUDIO SELECT

to reset all advanced configurations.

(default)

• OFF — for no audio

Audio level

Each audio input channel can be adjusted from -18 dB to +24dB. The default value is 0dB. The selected input is

displayed in the first line.

Background Recall Menu (For composite mode only)

IN[1] AUDIO LEVEL

<0 dB>

Rotate either to set the audio input level from -18 to +24 dB.

A background can be selected to record with the channel A and B inputs. Background files must be in PNG format and uploaded to the Background folder of the SMP300 Series using the embedded Web pages or an SFTP client.

Use either knob to scroll through available files. Press NEXT to apply the background to the current layout. If the file is smaller than the selected output resolution, the background displays from the top left corner. If the file resolution is larger, the background is cropped to fit the selected resolution.

Advanced Configuration Menu

The following flowchart provides an overview of the Advanced Configuration menu. Options include Auto-Image (on or off), Auto Memory (on or off), HDMI preview out resolution, test patterns, record drive location limiter, device reboot, and factory reset to defaults.

Auto-Image

This mode is selectable per input and is used where a variety of input sources are likely to be encountered. Auto-Image automatically sizes and positions an incoming video signal to fill the channel window when a new input signal is detected. When Auto Memory is off, Auto-Image executes regardless of whether the same input frequency has been detected before.

NOTE: Enabling Auto-Image when overscan is also

enabled recalls the default sampling settings for the detected input rate.

Use the left ([) ADJUST knob to select the desired input. The right ({) ADJUST knob toggles Auto-Image on or off (default).

When enabled and a new input frequency is detected, an existing Auto Memory for the signal (if AUTO MEMORY is enabled) is applied. If no entry exists, an automatic Auto-Image is applied to the new signal. This sizes and positions the incoming video signal to display properly within the channel window, with respect to the current aspect ratio setting.

MENU MENU

BACKGROUND

RECALL

<default.png>

Rotate either to select. Press NEXT to load the background file and exit.

ADVANCED

CONFIG

IN<1> AUTO IMAGE

<OFF>

PREVIEW HDMI OUT

<1280X720@60Hz>

AUTO MEMORY

<ON>

TEST PATTERN

<N/A>

RECORD DRIVE LIMITER

RESET

<NONE>

MenuMenu

Rotate [ to select input. Rotate { to toggle on or off.

Rotate either to select a resolution.

Rotate { to toggle Auto Memory On or Off.

Rotate either to select a test pattern.

Rotate either to select the drive restriction.

Rotate either to select reboot or

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The value is global to all analog inputs on the SMP300 Series and defines the minimum

MenuMenu

ADVANCED

CONFIG

Rotate [ to select input. Rotate { to toggle on or off.

Rotate either to select a resolution.

IN<1> AUTO IMAGE

<OFF>

PREVIEW HDMI OUT

<1280X720@60Hz>

MenuMenu

ADVANCED

CONFIG

Rotate [ to select input. Rotate { to toggle on or off.

IN<1> AUTO IMAGE

<OFF>

luminosity that the Auto-Image routine defines as active video (default: 25%). Auto-Image affects active pixel, active lines, H/V start, and phase configurations. All other

picture controls remain unchanged. If the aspect ratio is set to Fill, H/V position returns to 0, 0 and the H/V size is set to match the current output rate. Input sampling settings are updated according to standard Auto-Image operation. If the aspect ratio is set to Follow or Fit, the H/V position and H/V size are set to maintain the native aspect ratio of the input in respect to the current output resolution. All input sampling settings are updated according to standard Auto-Image operation. Image size and position are reset to default values after auto imaging.

Press NEXT to select the input value and move to the next submenu.

NOTE: Aside from the standard Auto-Image SIS command, there are unique commands

to Auto-Image to fill the output and maintain input aspect ratio (see Auto-Image and

Memory on page110).

Preview HDMI output

Use either front panel ADJUST knob to select the refresh rate of the Preview HDMI Output. It can be either 50Hz or 60Hz (default). The resolution follows the archive output and cannot be

PREVIEW HDMI OUT

<1280X720@60Hz>

Rotate either to select a resolution.

changed. Press NEXT to select the value and move to the next submenu.

NOTE: When the selected archive resolution is under 720 lines (for example, if the

archive encoder is set as 848x480 or 512x288) the HDMI preview output is set to 1280x720, with the video content centered in the 720p window.

AUTO MEMORY

<ON>

Auto Memory

Auto Memory is enabled on all inputs by default. It should

Rotate { to toggle Auto Memory On or Off.

only be disabled if the user desires to have a source applied to the input treated as a new source regardless of whether the source was detected previously.

When enabled and a new input frequency is detected, an existing Auto Memory for the signal (if Auto Memory is enabled) is first applied. If no entry exists, it performs an automatic Auto-Image on the new signal. This sets a size and position for the image to fill the screen, with respect to the current aspect ratio setting.

The SMP300 Series has 16 global memory locations, and stores unique entries for each input format (example: YUVi versus YUV-HD). Auto Memory saves H/V start, active pixels, active lines, total pixels, phase, brightness, contrast, color, and tint settings.

The input lookup table identifies new analog inputs based on input type, total line count of the input, and H/V frequency. Auto Memory locations associate with specific entries in the input lookup table (not based solely on H/V frequency). For example the RGBHV 1024x768@60Hz input lookup table entry can only have a single associated Auto Memory.

Digital inputs are automatically set up using information regarding image size and refresh provided by the digital input. This allows for non-standard rates (not found in the input lookup table) to display correctly. Digital inputs that do not match an existing lookup table are saved to AutoMemory as unique entries based on the total line count, H/V active, and vertical refresh rate.

Press NEXT to select the value and move to the next submenu.

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Test Patterns

Color Bars Time Stamp Pulse Crop

MenuMenu

ADVANCED

CONFIG

Rotate { to toggle Auto Memory On or Off.

Rotate either to select a test pattern.

Rotate [ to select input. Rotate { to toggle on or off.

Rotate either to select a resolution.

IN<1> AUTO IMAGE

<OFF>

TEST PATTERN

<N/A>

AUTO MEMORY

<ON>

PREVIEW HDMI OUT <1280X720@60Hz>

MenuMenu

ADVANCED

CONFIG

Rotate { to toggle Auto Memory On or Off.

Rotate [ to select input. Rotate { to toggle on or off.

Rotate either to select a resolution.

IN<1> AUTO IMAGE

<OFF>

AUTO MEMORY

<ON>

PREVIEW HDMI OUT

<1280X720@60Hz>

Test patterns are an essential tool for configuration and troubleshooting.

The SMP300 Series offers eight different selections, applied per window: color bars, time stamp, pulse (for audio), crop aspect ratio (1.33, 1.78, 1.85), and universal OSD patterns.

Aspect Ratio 1.33:1 Aspect Ratio 1.78:1 Aspect Ratio 1.85:1 Universal OSD

Figure 23. Test Patterns

• Color Bars – Standard full screen color bars overlaid on top of the current layout.

• Time Stamp (For composite mode only) – Displays white text in a small, translucent,

gray rectangle with the unit date and time (for example: Fri Apr 18 HH:MM:SS) in the top left corner of the display window.

• Pulse – Select Pulse to output an audio pulse of 400 Hz at -10 dBu for audio output

testing.

• Crop – Outlines the active picture area.

• Aspect Ratio – Three patterns with screen outlines in 1.33:1, 1.78:1, and 1.85:1 for

centering and size adjustment.

• Universal OSD (For composite mode only) – This pattern consists of a small,

translucent, gray rectangle with white text overlaid atop the source video content. It appears in the upper left of the screen. The text includes brief text of your choice followed by three selectable elements separated by commas (see Setting up the

universal OSD test pattern on page 67).

• Rotate either ADJUST knob to scroll through the patterns.

Stop on the desired pattern and press NEXT. The selected test pattern is immediately output to the display. The test pattern displays until another pattern is selected, Off is selected from the TestPattern drop-down list, or unit power is recycled.

Record Drive Limiter

This submenu allows the selection of record drive locations to be limited or to be fully automatic.

The following limitations can be selected:

• OFF (not restricted, default) – Allows recording to internal memory and any connected

drives.

• ON

Based on the top level selection, the REC LOCATION submenu under Record/Stream Config offers different record drive options.

TEST PATTERN

<N/A>

Rotate either to select a test pattern.

RECORD DRIVE LIMITER

Rotate either to select the drive restriction.

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Reset

The Reset submenu provides a factory reset or firmware reboot. The selections are:

To Factory – Equivalent to a ZQQQ command (see Command and Response Tables starting on page103). The unit is reset to factory defaults with the current firmware.

Reboot Unit – Identical to a power cycle. A reset or reboot confirmation message appears

before the reset or reboot. Upon confirmation, the front panel LCD displays “Resetting/Rebooting Unit”.

VIEW COMM

SETTINGS

“Hidden” Menu*

EDIT COMM

SETTINGS

SERIAL PORT

9600 RS232

Rotate either to change the baud rate.

MAC ADRESS

005A6078CEC

This is set at the factory and cannot be changed. (Skipped in “Edit” mode.)

DHCP MODE

<OFF> On

Rotate either to toggle DHCP mode On or Off.

IP ADDR

192.168.254.254

Rotate [ to select octet field. Rotate

SUBNET

255.255.000.000

Rotate either to change mask.

GATEWAY

000.000.000.000

Rotate

Press and hold INPUT 5 + NEXT for 3 seconds.

{ to change address.

[ to select octet field. { to change address.

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Comm Settings (View and Edit) Menu

Rotate [ to select octet.

IP 192.168 XXX.XXX

Rotate { to change address.

IP 192.168

254.XXX

Rotate [ to select octet.

IP 192.168

254.XXX

Rotate { to change address.

IP 192.168

254.254

The two Comm Settings menus provide a status of the current serial port and IP settings for the communications ports. A hidden menu allows changes to the settings.

The main menu defaults to the VIEW COMM SETTINGS submenus for viewing all communication port settings. Press NEXT to cycle through the submenu.

The VIEW COMM SETTINGS submenu is read-only. To make changes, press and hold NEXT and INPUT5 simultaneously for 3 seconds in the VIEW COMM

SETTINGS menu or any of the submenus. The VIEW COMM SETTINGS menu changes to the EDIT COMM SETTINGS menu.

Change an address

To change the IP address, Subnet Mask address, and Gateway IP address:

Enter the EDIT COMM SETTINGS menu and navigate to the desired address (IP address shown).

1. Make the octet selection with the left ([) ADJUST

knob. The selected octet blinks (shown in Bold in the illustration at right, 1).

2. Change the selected octet value using the right ({)

ADJUST knob (2).

3. Make the next octet selection with the left ([)

ADJUST knob. The selected octet blinks (shown in Bold in the illustration at lower right (3)).

4. Change the selected octet value using the right ({)

ADJUST knob (4).

5. Make the next octet selection with the left ([)

ADJUST knob. The selected octet blinks, shown in Bold in the illustration at right (5).

6. Change the selected octet value using the right ({) ADJUST knob (6).

7. Make the next octet selection with the left ([) ADJUST knob. The selected octet

blinks, shown in Bold in the illustration at right (7).

8. Change the selected octet value using the right ({) ADJUST knob (8).

When you are done with the changes, press MENU to cancel the changes and return to the EDIT COMM SETTINGS menu or NEXT to submit the value. The network connection restarts to reflect the changes after pressing NEXT from the GATEWAY submenu.

NOTE: The subnet mask is changed using either

ADJUST knob.

IP XXX.XXX XXX.XXX

IP 192.XXX XXX.XXX

IP 192.168 XXX.XXX

Rotate [ to select octet.

Rotate { to change address.

Rotate [ to select octet.

Rotate { to change address.

IP 192.168 XXX.XXX

Rotate [ to select octet.

IP 192.168

254.XXX

Rotate { to change address.

IP 192.168

254.XXX

Rotate [ to select octet.

IP 192.168

254.254

Rotate { to change address.

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Status Menu

The STATUS menu contains read-only submenus that show the current unit status including active alarms, recording file names,

STATUS

MENUMENU

EXIT MENU?

PRESS NEXT

free space and total internal and external drive capacity, and bit rates for archive and confidence streams.

ALARM STATUS

[NONE, HDCP, VIDEO...]

ALARM STATUS — Scrolls through the active alarms. If no Alarms are present, it shows “None.”

Front Panel Lockout (Executive Modes)

To prevent accidental changes to front panel menu settings, press MENU and MARK simultaneously for 3seconds to enable front panel lockout mode.

The menu system returns to the default menu within 10 seconds. Executive mode begins in mode 1. Rotate either ADJUST knob to cycle to mode 2, then

mode 3, and mode 4 (Executive mode off). When executive mode is active, all functions and adjustments can still be made via USB,

RS-232, or Ethernet control (see Remote Communication and Control starting on page95).

Executive mode OFF

DEFAULT

CYCLE

Press MENU+MARK for 3 seconds.

Rotate either to select from the four modes.

SELECT EXE MODE

NEXT to enter Executive mode 1.

SELECT EXE MODE <MENU LOCKOUT>

NEXT to enter Executive mode 2.

SELECT EXE MODE

NEXT to enter Executive mode 3.

SELECT EXE MODE

<OFF>

NEXT to turn Executive mode off and exit.

Alarms

MODE 1: COMPLETE LOCK All front panel controls disabled.

MODE 2: MENU LOCKOUT No access to the front panel menus. Selection buttons are active.

MODE 3: RECORD CTRL ONLY Record, Pause, Stop, and Mark buttons are available.

MODE 4: OFF Executive mode is disabled (default).

Figure 24. Front Panel Lockout (Executive Mode)

When executive mode is enabled, press MENU and MARK simultaneously to display the SELECT EXE MODE submenu. The current executive mode status is listed in this submenu.

In addition, when executive mode is enabled, the front panel button colors change corresponding to the active executive mode (see the following table).

Executive

Mode

Executive Mode

Description

Active Input

Buttons

LAYOUT

PRESET/SWAP

MENU/NEXT

1 Complete lock Amber Off Off 2 Menu lockout Amber Amber On 3 Record ctrl only Amber Off Off

Off OFF (no lockout) Amber Amber Amber

NOTE: Control buttons indicate the current recording or streaming status regardless of

executive mode.

The front panel alarms display lists alerts for events as determined in the web page (see

Alarms on page91). The Alarm table on the next page lists alarms generated by the

SMP300 Series, what they mean, and how they are cleared.

NOTE: All active alarms can be manually cleared by an administrator via the web page.

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Alarm Alarm Generated Alarm Cleared

Audio Loss Alarm The SMP generates this alarm only during a

recording when either of the following conditions are met:

• If audio is absent (signal is at or below

-60dBFS) before a recording starts, an alarm triggers after 5 minutes of the start of the recording.

• If audio is lost during a recording, the alarm

triggers after 10 seconds.

Authentication Failures Any combination of access interfaces (web

page, Telnet, API, SFPT, SIS via SSH) that requires authentication, there can be a maximum of 20 failed login attempts within 20 seconds on any combination of user IDs (including nonexistent user IDs).

CPU Usage alarm When the device exceeds 90% utilization for

75% of a 5 minute window.

Disk Error alarm • The internal system storage volume registers

one or more read or write errors that cannot be recovered.

• Inability to write to the target storage (for

example: a write protected drive).

• The target storage volume is not found (for

example: USBFront is selected but the SMP does not detect any external storage).

Video loss alarm • When video sync is lost during a recording

for a period of 0.5 seconds that is not the result of an input change.

• The input is changed and video sync cannot

be established within a 2seconds limit.

Disk space alarm • The SMP is recording and the external USB

storage volume has dropped to <10minutes of recording time.

• At the start of an event for which the target

HDCP video alarm For an active input, if the signal is HDCP

NTP Sync Loss • If the SMP attempts to automatically sync

volume does not have sufficient space to record.

protected and the SMP cannot negotiate HDCP for any reason.

with the configured NTP server and fails the primary and retry attempts.

• If the SMP fails multiple manual sync

attempts.

Recording halt alarm When a recording is interrupted due to a system

error or a power outage.

Temperature alarm When the SMP internal temperature exceeds

60° C for 2 minutes.

USB overcurrent alarm (front and rear USB)

USB overcurrent alarm (keyboard and mouse)

The alarm is initiated when a USB device is connected to either USB port and the current draw exceeds the 1.5 A limit of the ports.

The alarm is initiated when a user connects a USB device to either the keyboard or mouse USB port and the current draw exceeds the 0.5 A limit of the ports.

• During a recording, the audio signal is

maintained above -60 dBFS for a contiguous period of 60 seconds

• The current recording ends

Can only be cleared by an administrator via the web page (see Alarms and Traps on page80)

Automatically by remaining below 75% utilization for 75% for a 1 minute

• Replace the affected USB storage

• Choose a different target storage volume

• Remove the write protection from the volume

Video sync is detected for about 2 seconds.

• For USB: Replace the affected storage with

one having adequate space.

• Choose an alternate target storage volume

with adequate space.

• The HDCP source is no longer active or is

taken off the input

The NTP Sync succeeds without retries for a period of five synchronization attempts.

Can only be cleared by an Administrator via the Web page (see Alarms and Traps on

page80)

When the SMP system temperature drops below 50° C.

When the offending device is removed from the SMP.

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Alarm Alarm Generated Alarm Cleared

Schedule server The alarm is initiated when there is an error

communicating with the scheduling server.

Firmware failure alarm The alarm is designed to indicate a failure to

start a critical portion of the device’s operation. It is a Notify alarm by default.

When the connection to the server is restored or an alternate scheduling configuration is set.

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Web-Based User Interface

This section provides information about:

• Overview of the Web-Based User Interface

• Web-based User Interface Help Files

• Accessing the Web-Based User Interface

• Page Overview

• Logging Out and Logging In

• AV Controls Panel

• Recording Controls

• Scheduled Events

• Configuration Overview

• File Management

• Troubleshooting

Overview of the Web-Based User Interface

The SMP300 Series embedded web pages provide the software user interface for operating and configuring the SMP300 Series via a control PC on the same network.

These web pages provide the following features:

• Ability to fully configure the SMP

• Ability to import a schedule, integrate schedules from a scheduling system, or create

adhoc recordings

• Ability to configure automatic uploads (publishing) of completed recordings to a

designated server or video publishing system

• Remote control and active monitoring of the SMP

• A small embedded video window to view the AV content that is being recorded and

streamed

• Access to upload background files to and download or transfer presentation recordings

from the SMP

• Ability to display alarm history and allow administrators to clear active alarms

• A way to update firmware

• A way to upload and install a LinkLicense on an SMP 351 or SMP 351 3G-SDI

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Figure 25. SMP300 Series Embedded Web Pages

Web Browser Requirements

In order to view the SMP300 Series embedded web pages, use one of the supported Web browsers (and versions) listed below.

• Google Chrome version 37 or higher

NOTE: Chrome version 42 disables many plugins. For the SMP this means that the

preview video in the AV Controls panel is not supported by Chrome version 42 or higher. To see a preview of the current stream you can either:

• Use a different browser, or

• Open a stand-alone, third-party video player (such as VideoLAN™ open source

VLC™ media player) and connect to the conﬁdence stream from the SMP.

• Mozilla Firefox version 35 or higher

• Microsoft Internet Explorer version 9 or higher (for Windows operating systems)

NOTE: If you are using Internet Explorer, compatibility mode must be turned off.

• Apple Safari version 8 or higher (for Mac OS X operating systems)

NOTE: Apple Safari is the preferred browser for Apple- and Macintosh-based

computer platforms.

Turning Off Compatibility Mode

The SMP300 Series embedded web pages do not support compatibility mode in Microsoft Internet Explorer.

To check compatibility view settings:

• From the browser, select Tools > Compatibility View Settings. The

CompatibilityViewSettings dialog box opens.

• Be sure that the Display all Websites in Compatibility View checkbox is

cleared and that the IP address of the SMP300 Series is not in the list of Compatibility view sites.

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Web-based User Interface Help Files

The SMP300 Series Web-based User Interface contains an extensive set of help files to assist with the connection, configuration, monitoring, and operation of the SMP300 Series. The following sections contain an overview of those files and also includes information not contained in the help files.

Accessing the Web-Based User Interface

To access the embedded web page user interface, connect a control PC to the LAN port of the SMP300 Series, or to the same network shared by the SMP, and open a Web browser. Enter the IP address of the SMP300 Series (the default IP address is 192.168.254.254) into the browser address field. If necessary (if the unit has already been configured), enter the username and password to log in, then click Log In or OK.

The main user interface opens to the Recording Controls page (see figure 26).

Page Overview

Tabs

Figure 26. SMP 300 Series Main User Interface

The SMP300 Series pages are organized by function and further organized within those main functions. Click the tabs to open the pages.

The pages in the SMP300 Series are grouped within five main tabs at the top of the screen:

1 2 3 4 5

Figure 27. Five Main Function Tabs

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Recording Controls (see Recording Controls on page61)— This single page

provides a view of the status of currently selected inputs and outputs along with details of the active recording and stream (the current event) and a table-style list of upcoming scheduled events. The URLs of the streams are also displayed on this page.

Scheduled Events (see Scheduled Events on page63) — This tab features

three pages that provide a calendar view of previous and upcoming recording events as well as scheduling and publishing configuration options.

Configuration (see Configuration on page66) — The eight pages within this

tab contain the core controls typically needed during initial setup or for upgrading the unit or restoring a configuration. They make it possible for an administrator to configure basic AV input settings:

• Output video test patterns for setup.

• Configure output stream settings and presets.

• Set up AV encoding and presets, select or configure layouts and layout presets.

• Set passwords, set up notices and alarms, and select preview window settings.

The Configuration pages also provide a way to configure basic communication, identity, time, data storage, and recording location settings, along with making it possible to update firmware or restore a configuration from a saved file.

File Management (see File Management on page86)— This page provides a

way to view folders and files on the internal drive and any attached external drive, and to upload background image files to the unit. It also provides a way to connect the SMP to shared network drives.

Troubleshooting (see Troubleshooting on page88) — The five pages within

this tab display factory-defined and user-defined information about the unit and the encoded streams, display a log of events and a log of alarms and their status, provide two simple diagnostic tools for checking network connections, and provide a way to perform a variety of types of resets on the SMP.

Pages Within Tabs

The Scheduled Events, Configuration, and Troubleshooting tabs each include several pages. To access each page, click the corresponding function within the second tier of tabs (sub-tabs) located below the main tabs near the top of the screen (Configuration > Input/Output Settings shown selected in figure 28).

Figure 28. Pages Within Tabs (Sub-Tabs)

Panels and screen sections

Each SMP300 Series web page contains at least one panel and a main window with sections that group the controls and information for each page. Most panels include controls and a variety of adjustments and settings. Specific sections can include controls or simply display information. Sections or panels can include tabs with additional selections and options.

All SMP300 Series web pages include the AV Controls panel at the left of the screen (see

AV Controls Panel on page56). The Recording Controls page is the main page

and also serves as the main operating interface. It contains one panel and three sections. Pages such as the Systems Settings page within the Configuration tab include several panes, each with a different collection of information and settings.

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Collapse and expand panes

Click the Expand (see figure 29, 1) arrow button on the right side of a pane. The pane opens to a full view, or as much as possible with the current display settings.

Click the Collapse (2) arrow button at the top corner of a pane to collapse it. This hides the controls and provides additional room for other panes.

Figure 29. Collapsed and Expanded Panes

NOTE: For some pages, the last-selected view is maintained for each page within the

SMP300 Series web pages. If you navigate away from one page to a different tab or page, then return to the page, the display appears as it did before you left that page.

For pages with many panes, the panes automatically collapse each time you leave and return to the page.

Web page idle (Timeout)

To conserve resources (memory, bandwidth) on the PC, if the web browser is idle for more than about an hour, the SMP300 Series web page enters idle mode. During idle mode, status updates and video confidence (preview) display image updates are suspended, and the following message is displayed in front of the page:

Idle

Communication with the device is being temporarily suspended to conserve resources.

Please press “Resume” to continue.

Resume

Figure 30. Communication Suspended Notification Dialog

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The idle status does not affect the recording or the output AV streams, which continue unaffected no matter what state (active or idle) the web pages are in.

To reconnect the web page to the live feed from the SMP300 Series, click Resume. In a moment, the browser refreshes the view, and the status updates and video confidence display resume.

NOTE: If the SMP300 Series loses the network connection, the connection to the

embedded web pages is also lost. You may receive notice of the connection failure, but there is no specific status indication for disconnection.

Logging Out and Logging In

Before you can change roles (from administrator to user, or user to administrator) or to change user accounts, log out of the embedded web pages. The user or administrator status is displayed in the upper right corner of all web pages.

The Logout button appears only if one or more passwords is active. To log out of the web pages:

1. From any embedded web page, click the Logout button at the upper right of the

browser page. A Logout dialog box opens.

2. Click OK to log out of the SMP300 Series web pages, or click Cancel to remain

logged on using the same account. The Logout dialog closes and returns you to the embedded web pages.

NOTE:

• If you click Cancel, you remain logged in and the embedded web pages

continue to function as they did before you clicked Logout.

• If you click OK, the controls are replaced by a message conﬁrming that you are

logged out and asking you to close the browser. Close the browser completely. If you close only a tab within the browser, the logout process does not complete.

• Some browsers, such as Google Chrome, include an option to continue running

in the background after closing. If this is enabled on Windows, the browser can be exited completely using the taskbar notiﬁcation icon.

To log in to an SMP300 Series:

1. Open a Web browser.

2. Enter the IP address of the SMP into the address field and navigate to that unit. The

Authentication Required (Chrome or Firefox) or Windows Security (Internet Explorer) login dialog box appears.

3. Enter the appropriate user or administrator user name and corresponding password

into the fields.

4. Click Log In or OK. The embedded web page opens.

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AV Controls Panel

The AV Controls panel is available on every page and within all tab views. Located along the left side of the pages, this panel makes it possible to easily control a recording, see a thumbnail view of the recorded and output video, swap video content between windows, select different inputs, and mute or unmute the AV output. The browser always opens with the AVControls panel expanded and both presenters and administrators have access. The AV Controls panel includes the following features:

Preview

This area (see 1, at right) provides a small, live stream view of the output video so you know what is being recorded. To make the embedded web pages faster to refresh, the confidence stream for this live view can be disabled and an icon can be displayed here in place of the streamed image. The recording (archive) and output streams continue to be streamed when this preview is disabled. The control to disable the live feed to this page is located in the Encoding Presets pane (see

Encoder Settings and Layout Presets on page74).

The confidence stream for the preview can also be disabled using front panel controls (see Front Panel

Menu Operation on page24).

NOTE: Chrome version 42 disables many plugins. For

the SMP this means that the preview video in the AV Controls panel is not supported by Chrome version 42 or higher. To see a preview of the current stream you can either:

• Use a different browser or

• Open a stand-alone, third-party video player

(such as VideoLAN™ opensource VLC™ media player) and connect to the conﬁdence stream from the SMP.

Swap (For composite mode only)

Click the Swap button (2) to make video from channel A trade window locations with video from channel B.

Preview mute

By default, the audio portion of the preview is muted, which does not affect audio to the recording and Web streams. To listen to the audio that accompanies the preview, click the preview audio Mute button (3) to change from muted (default) to unmuted:

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Recording controls

Recording control buttons function the way controls do on a DVR or other recording device. Buttons include:

• Record — Set up an adhoc* recording session and start or resume recording.

• Pause — Pause recording.

• Extend — Extend the duration of a recording event by ten minutes beyond the

scheduled end time.

NOTE: The Extend Recording button only applies to scheduled recordings.

• Stop — Stop recording and end the recording session.

• Mark — This button works like the Mark button on the front panel of the SMP. It is

grayed out and inaccessible when the unit is not recording, and becomes accessible and clickable once a recording starts. When you click this button during a recording, you create a time-referenced chapter marker to make it easy to find content at that point in the recording during playback. When you click the button, the button becomes unavailable (grays out), there is a brief delay (about five seconds) while unit stores the marker information, and then the button reactivates.

*An ad hoc recording session is one that has been set up for a specific occasion without being scheduled. Ad hoc recordings can last up to eight hours.

Text above the buttons confirms the state of the recording: recording, paused, or stopped. A button is blue when selected (active or on) and gray when deselected (inactive or off).

NOTE: The front panel buttons also indicate the recording state, mirroring the

AVControl panel indicators (see Front Panel Features on page 18).

Progress bar

Figure 31. Progress Bar and Record Time Available

A progress bar (see figure 31, 1) below the recording control buttons is a horizontal bar graph that shows how much recording time has elapsed and, if it is a scheduled session rather than an ad hoc recording, how long the presentation is expected to last. For an ad hoc recording, initially the progress bar shows a five minute duration. The displayed duration increases in five-minute increments as the ad hoc recording progresses.

Recording time available

Recording time remaining (2) is indicated below the progress bar in the format HHH:MM:SS. The estimate of how much time remains available is based on the combination of available storage space and the current stream resolution and bit rate. During a scheduled recording, this field indicates how much time remains in the event. During an ad hoc recording, the calculated time is displayed.

If dual recording mode is enabled, the remaining time is listed first for the internal storage drive and then for the selected secondary (external USB) drive (132:46:27*00:03:44, for example).

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Input selection, mute controls, audio indication, and auto-image

Inputs are grouped into two channels:

• Channel A (see figure 32, 1) — Composed of input 1 (HDMI) and input 2 (HDMI)

• Channel B (2) — Composed of input 3 (component/composite), input 4 (HDMI), and

optional input 5 (3G/HD/SDI)for the SMP 351 3G-SDI and SMP 352 3G-SDI.

There is one analog audio input per channel. HDMI inputs can be configured for digital audio (embedded in HDMI) or a shared analog input for the channel. The audio type for each input is displayed in the right column (4).

Figure 32. Active Inputs, Mute, Audio, and Auto-image

Audio mode (digital stereo or analog stereo) must be configured in the Input/Output Settings page (see Input/Output Settings on page68).

To select AV sources:

1. Click the input buttons in the left column of the Active Inputs area to select

AVsources for a presentation. Input changes take effect immediately.

2. To apply Auto-Image to input 3, click Auto-Image to the right of Input 3 (5).

Auto-Image automatically sizes and centers the selected input to match the channel B window.

Mute buttons — Click the desired button (3) to mute video only (Video Mute), audio only (Audio Mute), or both audio and video (Mute All).

When a mute mode is selected (active), the corresponding button or buttons are red. Click the buttons to toggle mute states, use the front panel controls, or send SIS commands to the unit via RS-232 or USB control.

When unmuted, the button changes from red to gray. Audio Output Meter — Left and right channel indicators

display the audio output level (in dBFS) when there is an active audio output. The boxes at the top of the meters are red when audio clipping occurs and black when audio is not clipped. To enable the meters, select (check) the Enable Meter checkbox below the meters.

Start an AdHoc Recording

A user logged on to the SMP, either at the user level or the administrator level, can initiate an adhoc (unscheduled) recording.

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NOTES:

• See Setting the Default Recording Media on page82) within

Conguration > System Settings for more information about single and dual storage modes.

• If the unit is set for recording destination limiting, users do not have the option to

select a different storage location. The storage location or location are preselected and cannot be changed from this dialog box.

• If the recording is restricted to a USB device with multiple partitions, then partition

selection within the USB drive is still available.

• Ad hoc recordings can last up to eight hours. At the end of eight hours, the SMP

stops recording.

Start an adhoc recording from the AV Controls panel (see the SMP300 SeriesHelp File for additional recording information).

If the unit is set for single storage mode (recordings are saved to only one storage drive), choose a recording destination from the Recording Destination drop-down list.

Figure 33. Ad-hoc Recording Destination Dialog, Single Recording Destination

If the unit is NOT set to limit the recording destination, recording destination options are as follows:

auto — The recording is saved to the first available storage location that is not full. The priority is front USB port, then the rear USB port, then internal memory. If a USB drive has more than one logical volume, only the volume with the largest free space for that port in the Recording Destination drop-down list is used to store content.

To record to another volume on the device you must manually select the target location rather than using the auto option.

internal — The recording will be saved in the internal memory of the SMP. external-usbfront/usbrear/VOLUME2/, usbrear/VOLUME1/, usbrear/

NEW_VOLUME, usbrcp/volume3, and so forth — The recording is stored to the

indicated external USB drive and volume (using whatever volume name is on that drive) connected to the front panel or rear panel USB storage port on the SMP.

If the unit is set to limit the recording destination, you cannot change the storage location (internal, front USB, rear USB, RCP USB). However, if the unit is set to store recordings to one of the USB ports, and if the connected drive contains more than one volume, you can select a volume from the Recording Destination drop-down list.

If the unit is set for secondary storage mode, the file is saved to two storage drives simultaneously. In dual recording mode, the recording is always saved to the internal drive as the primary storage location; only the secondary location is configurable.

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Figure 34. Ad-Hoc Recording, Secondary Recording Destination Selection

Select the secondary storage location from the drop-down list.

• If the unit is set to restricted mode, you can select only from front panel USB drives

or from rear panel USB drives, depending on whether the front or the rear option is selected in the system settings. If the unit is set to use a front panel USB drive for the secondary storage location but a drive is connected to the rear panel USB port instead of the front panel port, the Secondary Recording Location: drop-down list displays n/a (not available or not applicable) as the only option.

• If the unit is not set for restricted mode, you can select any available USB drive and

volume.

• If no USB drive is attached to a particular port, the option for that port is either not

shown at all or is shown as n/a (not available or not applicable).

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Recording Controls

The Recording Controls page displays information about the active inputs and the output signal, the presentation event currently in progress, and a list of upcoming presentations.

Information on this page updates every few seconds. Contents of the page are read-only and are displayed for all users.

This page contains five panels:

• Stream URLs

• Storage Information

• System Inputs and Outputs

• Current Event

• Upcoming Events

Figure 35. AV Controls, Recording Controls

For information on the AV Controls panel at the left of the page and on how to initiate an ad hoc recording or control an in-progress recording, see AV Controls Panel on page56

and see the SMP300 SeriesHelp File. For information on the Recording Controls panels, aside from a basic description of the

Storage Information table, see the SMP300 SeriesHelp File.

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Storage Information

The storage information table below the Stream URL panel (also available in the File Management page) displays the names of the available connected storage devices, their

locations (internal, USB front panel port, USB rear panel port, USB RCP port), total capacity, and amount of used and available storage space. It also provides an estimate of remaining recording time for each drive and indicates (with a check mark) which drive is selected as the only or primary recording location. If the SMP is set for dual recording mode, a second check mark symbol indicates the drive selected as the secondary recording location.

NOTE: The capacity of the internal drive shown in the Total column depends on the

options you selected for your device. The SMP 352 has 440Gigabytes. The SMP 351 has the options of 80 Gigabyte models and 440Gigabyte models available for purchase.

Figure 36. Recording Controls, Storage Information Table

NOTE: Recordings stored on the internal drive can be automatically uploaded to a

network server (see Setting the Default Recording Media page82). If internal storage space is nearly full and the SMP is set up to automatically upload recordings to a server, the SMP uses an automatic disc cleanup feature to make room for new recordings. As needed, the unit automatically deletes recordings previously uploaded to a server, starting with the oldest recordings, until there is enough free space on the disk.

For details on recording deletion, see Deleting Recordings in the SMP 300 Series Help File. To learn how to lock a recording to prevent it from being automatically deleted, see Locking and Unlocking a Recording Package Folder in the SMP300 SeriesHelp File.

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Scheduled Events

The Scheduled Events tab includes three secondary tabs with corresponding pages that allow administrators to create scheduled recordings, publish (upload) them, and review the status of recordings. The three Scheduled Events pages are: Recording Calendar, Schedule Settings, and Publish Settings.

Recording Calendar Page

This page lists the currently selected scheduling source and publishing destination and when the schedule was last synchronized. It also features two different ways (calendar or list) to view all recordings (in-progress events, upcoming scheduled events, and recordings that have already taken place).

The calendar displays recordings in a calendar format. You can access a detailed view dialog box about each specific event from this page. Also, in the event that a recording does not transfer to the designated network server or if you need to upload the files again, you can initiate a re-upload from the detail view.

The list view shows recording events in a list table format. Recordings are listed by title, starting time, course ID, creator, identifier (file name), state, and the like. Entries can be sorted or searched in this view.

Schedule Settings

The Schedule Settings page within Scheduled Events allows administrators privileges to choose how to obtain presentation schedules and, if appropriate, import calendars or connect to a scheduling system. Scheduling must be set up using this page. It cannot be set up via the front panel. The Schedule Settings page has two panes: Active Profiles and Schedule Source Configuration, which has five sub-pages that provide options to import calendars from sources such as an iCalendar file, an Extron Entwine EMP server, a Microsoft Exchange Server schedule, and an Opencast Matterhorn Server.

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Figure 37. Schedule Settings Page

Read the SMP300 SeriesHelp File for details and step-by-step procedures on scheduling.

A Note on Using the SMP300 Series With an Opencast Server System

The SMP supports HTTP ETags (entity tags), which make it possible to cache some scheduling information to minimize network traffic. When the SMP requests schedules from the Opencast server system, the Opencast server sends an ETag parameter to the SMP. Each time the SMP and Opencast server exchange schedule information, the system reads the ETag and determines whether there were any changes to scheduled events since the last synchronization.

• If there have been no changes, then less scheduling data is exchanged between the

SMP and the server, which reduces network traffic and the time needed for schedule updates.

• If changes have been made, the Opencast server issues a new ETag, and the SMP

updates its schedules.

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Publish Settings Page

The Publish Settings page provides controls to specify the server destination to which completed recordings are uploaded and to configure and test protocols and settings to enable publication (uploading). This page also shares the Active Profiles panel with the Schedule Settings page.

Figure 38. Publish Settings Tab

The Active Profiles pane on the Scheduled Settings page is the same as the PublishSettings page, with the exception of the Transfer Max Bitrate control.

To select an Active Schedule Source, select the desired radio button for the following options:

Active Schedule Source Corresponding Tab

No Centralized Schedules (ad-hoc event only) *default

Manually import iCalendar one time

Import iCalendar data periodically

Centralized Schedule as Microsoft server

Centralized Schedule as Opencast Server

Centralize Schedule as Entwine EMP

Not applicable

Manual Calendar Import

Periodic Calendar Import

Microsoft Exchange Server

Opencast Server

Entwine EMP Server

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Configuration

To select a publishing destination, select the desired radio button below the Active Publishing Destination for the following options:

Active Publishing Destination Corresponding Tab

No Centralized upload server.

Not Applicable

This is the default option.

Extron SCM Extron SCM

Ingest into Entwine EMP Entwine EMP

Ingest into Kaltura Hosted

Kaltura Ingest

Video Platform

Ingest into Opencast Server Opencast Ingest

FTP/SFTP/CIFS server Other FTP/SFTP/CIFS

See the SMP300 SeriesHelp File for additional information and details on how to configure settings for each publishing option.

The eight pages within the Configuration tab contain the core controls needed during initial setup or for upgrading the unit and restoring a configuration.

7 8

Figure 39. Configuration Tab and Sub-tabs

Using these pages, an administrator can:

• Configure basic AV input settings

• Output video test patterns for setup

• Configure output stream settings and presets

• Set up AV encoding and presets

• Select or configure layouts and layout presets

• Set passwords

• Set up notices and alarms

• Select preview window settings

• Configure digital I/O ports

• Configure basic communication, identity, time, data storage, and recording location

settings

• Upgrade the unit by updating firmware or installing a LinkLicense

• Save configurations or restore a configuration from a saved file

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Configuration Tab Features

The pages within Configuration (see figure 39 on page66) include the following:

Input/Output Settings — Provides a way to change the name for each input,

select the video format for input 3, select an aspect ratio type, and enable or disable Auto-Image, Auto Memory, HDCP authorization for each input. This page includes audio configuration for each channel (A and B). For SMP 351 models, adjustments are for audio level only. For the SMP 352 and SMP 351 models, adjustments can be made to many audio levels, filter and tone (bass and treble), and dynamic compression. It also allows you to output one of several video test patterns for use during display setup, select the refresh rate for the local HDMI output, and configure the universal OSD content.

Image Settings — Provides a way to configure video input sampling and sizing, set up

overscanning of SMPTE input signals, and adjust picture controls (brightness, contrast, and the like). It also allows you to save or recall input and user presets

Encoding & Layout —

The first expandable panel in this page makes it possible to:

• Set up AV encoding

• Configure the streaming method, protocol, and settings

• Create encoder presets.

The second panel contains controls that make it possible to do the following:

• Configure layouts (arrangement of windows)

• Select or create layout presets

• Select the background image

• Configure metadata elements.

Users and Roles — Provides a way to set administrator and user passwords.

Alarms and Traps — Sets up the e-mail server and the sender and recipient e-mail

addresses for notifications within this page. Select the alarm "severity" level for each of several types of errors or conditions monitored by the unit.

System Settings — Contains an assortment of settings in ten expandable panels.

In this page an administrator can configure settings for unit identity, communication, storage, and the like. It provides a way to configure settings for network and serial communication, identity (unit name and network location), and date and time. It also makes it possible to update firmware, add a license, and to save configurations or restore a configuration from a saved file.

Live View Settings — Provides a way to select and set up the player software that is

used for the live preview shown in the AV Controls panel.

Advanced Features — Enables a Web browser client option on the unit or to upload

new applications such as the digital I/O port configuration plug-in.

See the SMP300 SeriesHelp File for additional information.

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Input/Output Settings

The controls within the Input/Output Settings page within the Configuration tab allow an administrator to select a number of settings for video input, test the output, and select options for audio output format and mute.

This page includes audio configuration controls for each channel (A and B). For the basic SMP 351 models, adjustments are for audio levels only. For SMP 352 models or SMP 351 models with LinkLicense, adjustments can be made to audio levels, filter and tone (bass and treble), and dynamic compression.

See Input/Output Settings in the SMP 300 Series Help File for more control options.

NOTE: The selected input aspect ratio setting is applied to both the archive and

confidence outputs. If the confidence resolution is different, the applied aspect ratio cannot be maintained. For example, if the archive resolution is 1080p with an aspect ratio of 16:9, and the confidence display is 1024x768 with an aspect ratio of 4:3, the input aspect ratio selection cannot be maintained for both.

Auto Memory — Select the checkbox to enable Auto Memory. Auto Memory recalls input and image settings for signals that have previously been applied. When AutoMemory is disabled, the SMP300 Series treats every new input as a new source.

Auto Memory Auto-Image Information

On On "New" signals or rates not previously detected by the

On Off "New" signals or rates not previously detected by the

Off On When auto memory is disabled, each change in the

Off Off Each change in the input sync causes default values

Auto Memory and Auto-Image Features

device are initially set up using default parameters. Then, Auto-Image is automatically applied and those values are stored. The next time that signal is detected, the stored values in the auto memory location are applied.

device are set up using default parameters. If changes are made manually to the input and picture settings, an auto memory location is created and then recalled each successive instance that the input is detected.

input sync is treated as a new signal, and Auto-Image is triggered automatically. Any changes that are made manually to the image and picture controls are lost each time a new refresh rate is detected.

to be applied to the rate. Any changes that are made manually to the image and picture controls are lost when a new rate is applied.

NOTE: The resolution of the local (preview) output follows (is based on) the archive

encoder resolution. However, when the selected archive resolution is under 720 lines (if the archive

encoder is set as 848x480 or 512x288, for example), the HDMI preview output is set to 1280x720, with the video content centered in the 720p window.

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Changing the Font and Text Settings Used for the Input Switching On-screen Display

If optional fonts are uploaded to the SMP300 Series, you can select and use one for displaying OSD text instead of the default font. Size and color can be selected for the OSD text. Optional fonts must be uploaded to the fonts folder within the SMP from the File Management page or by using an SFTP client program before selecting it in this page.

TIP: Many free, open source fonts are available at https://www.google.com/.

NOTES:

• The SMP supports TrueType™ (.ttf) and OpenType® (.otf) fonts.

• To upload a font ﬁle, use the ﬁle upload utility within the File Management page

(see File Management on page86).

• The user is responsible for obtaining necessary font licenses before uploading fonts.

• After changing the font, some text may appear truncated in the OSDs because

characters may be wider in the selected font than in the system default font.

• The font selected here can be different from the font that is used for the metadata

overlay within a recording layout (see Conﬁguring Metadata Elements (For

composite mode only) on page77).

To select a different font and change the size and color:

1. Open the Input/Output Settings page (see Input/Output Settings on

page68).

2. Expand the OSD Configuration panel.

3. Navigate to the OSD section and select an available font from the Font drop-down

list. The selected font is immediately applied to both the input switching OSD and the universal OSD.

4. To change the size, enter a number into the Size field or click the Up and Down arrows

to adjust the value. The number is a percentage of the baseline font height, from 40 to 120%, with 100 being the default.

5. To change the font color, enter a six-character hexadecimal color value into the Color

field. The default color is ffffff (white).

NOTE: Consult a hex color table, if needed. Each pair of characters represents the

bits for the percentage of red, green, and blue, respectively. For example, red is represented by #FF0000, which is 100% red, 0% green, 0% blue.

Outputting and using a video test pattern

NOTE: No input signal is needed when using a test pattern for display device setup.

The OSD Configuration panel in the Input/Output Settings page allows selection and immediate output of one of eight internally stored test patterns to the local HDMI preview output from the SMP as well as to the recording and output stream. Video test patterns are helpful for calibrating connected displays or projectors for color, convergence, focus, resolution, contrast, and aspect ratio. Audio test options are useful for testing audio

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output.

Color Bars Time Stamp Pulse Crop

To select and output a test pattern:

1. Open the Input/Output Settings page.

2. Expand the OSD Configuration panel.

3. Select a pattern from the Test Patterns drop-down list. A preview of the test pattern

appears above the drop-down list. Available test patterns include the following:

Aspect Ratio 1.33:1 Aspect Ratio 1.78:1 Aspect Ratio 1.85:1 Universal OSD

Figure 40. Test Patterns

• The Pulse "test pattern" is an audio-only test. Select Pulse to output an audio pulse

of 400 Hz at -10 dBu for audio output testing.

• For composite mode only, the Time Stamp pattern displays white text in a small, gray

rectangle with the unit date and time (for example: Fri Apr 18 HH:MM:SS) on a black background in the top left corner of the display window.

• For composite mode only, the Universal OSD pattern consists of a small, translucent,

gray rectangle with white text overlaid atop the source video content. It appears in the upper left of the screen. The text includes brief custom text followed by three selectable elements separated by commas. The options for those elements are listed in the “Setting up the universal OSD test pattern” section below.

The universal OSD pattern can be displayed together with the main AV content because it overlays the video rather than replacing it. As a result, the universal OSD pattern can be used at any time, not just during setup. It can also serve as an onscreen label for presentations, in addition to metadata labels (which may or may not be displayed, depending on the screen layout) (see Encoder Settings and Layout Presets on page74 for more information on metadata within screen layouts and on selecting content for the metadata fields).

The selected test pattern is immediately output to the display and reflected in the preview in the AV Controls panel on the left of the screen. The test pattern displays until another pattern, or Off is selected from the Test Pattern drop-down list, or until unit power is recycled.

NOTE: When a test pattern is selected, the test pattern is streamed to the display,

stream, and recording, overlaid atop the source AV material. If Off is selected from the Test Pattern drop-down list, the test pattern is turned off.

Setting up the universal OSD test pattern

To set up the universal OSD test pattern (for composite mode only):

1. Open the Input/Output Settings page.

2. Expand the OSD Configuration panel at the bottom of the page.

3. Select Universal OSD from the Test Patterns drop-down list. The fields and drop-

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down menus in the Universal OSD section become accessible.

4. Enter the text (up to 16 characters) into the Display Text field within the universal

OSD area. This is the first text that appears in the universal OSD, and can function as a brief title or description.

5. Select an information category from the Information 1 drop-down list, and also ,if

desired, from the Information 2 and Information 3 drop-down lists.

Figure 41. Universal OSD Information Selection

As an example, when File destination is selected, the OSD text might be Front USB or Internal Drive Only, depending on the current system settings.

The categories are identical to those used in the SIS information commands (such as 1i, 2i, 3i, and so forth). For reference, see the Command and Response Tables on page103.

If desired, select an information category from the Information 2 drop-down list and select another category from the Information 3 drop-down list.

Changes are saved automatically and applied shortly after being selected. The universal OSD text appears on-screen in this format:

Display Text, Information 1, Information 2, Information 3.

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Image Settings

figure 42 on page72 on the next page has examples of how the configuration

settings (on the left) translate to the universal OSD (on the right).

REC1,CPU Usage 56%

00:10:33,20:10:51

OSD, SMP 351,1*4,up*100*full

Figure 42. Universal OSD Information Selection

The controls within the Image Settings page within the Configuration tab provide a way to configure video input sampling and sizing, set up overscanning of SMPTE input signals, and adjust picture controls (brightness, contrast, and similar). This page also allows you to save or recall input and user presets.

A user must be logged in as an administrator to see or change these settings. This page has a collapsible panel with seven sections:

• Input Config – select the input to be configured.

NOTE:

• You must select an input before adjusting the image settings or save or recall

presets. Selecting an input within the Image Settings page also changes the active input.

• You must select an input from the Input Cong panel in the upper left of

this page before you can adjust the image settings or save or recall presets. Selecting an input within the Image Settings page also changes the active input.

• Picture Controls – Alter the quality of the image by changing brightness, contrast,

color, and tint.

• Signal Sampling – Configure the size, location, and aspect ratio of the currently

selected input or select Auto-Image, Auto-Image & Fill, and Auto-Image & Follow.

• Overscan – Set the amount (0, 2.5%, or 5%) of picture enlargement applied to each

video signal type for any SMPTE standard input.

• Input Presets – Save up to 128 presets per input or recall one of those presets per

input, each with a combination of signal type, signal sampling, and picture controls.

• User Presets – Save or recall up to 16 presets of picture controls per input.

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• SDI Settings – Set the quantization range for SDI signals from input 5

(SMP3513G-SDI and 352 3G-SDI only).

To open this page, click the Configuration tab at the top of the SMPSeries embedded web pages and then click the Image Settings tab on the second tier of tabs.

Figure 43. Image Settings Sub-tab

The Image Settings page opens.

Figure 44. Image Settings Page

Except for the overscan settings and input preset saving and recalling, the settings on this page can also be configured using the front panel menu and controls.

See the SMP300 SeriesHelp File for additional information.

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Selecting SDI-specific Settings

For input 5 of an SMP 351 3G-SDI and SMP 352 3G-SDI you can select the quantization range, which sets the black and white level for the RGB data of the SDI input.

To set the quantization: Select one of the following options from the Quantization Range drop-down list:

Legal — Select this option when the YCbCr video data of the SDI source (input 5) is within the "legal" range (64-940 for luma and 64-960 for chroma).

Full — Select this option when the quantized YCbCr video data of the SDI source uses the full range of available bandwidth.

NOTES:

• The SDI settings are disabled for inputs 1 through 4.

• Most SDI sources use the "legal" range.

Encoder Settings and Layout Presets

The controls within the Encoding & Layout page configure signal streaming and encoding and also permit selection or configuration of video layouts. A user must be logged in as an administrator to see or change these settings.

To open this page, click the Configuration tab at the top of the SMP300 Series embedded web pages and then click the Encoding & Layout tab on the second tier of tabs.

Figure 45. Configuration Tab, Encoding & Layout

The Encoding & Layout page opens. It features two expandable panels:

• Encoding Presets – Configure audio encoding, video encoding, and streaming

parameters, then create and save or recall presets of those settings.

• Layout Presets – Set the size, position, and aspect ratio of video windows for both

channels and save those settings as a preset or recall default or user-created preset, and where you can set the background image and configure metadata elements.

See the SMP300 SeriesHelp File for additional information. Some of the encoder settings can also be set using the front panel menu and controls or

using Extron SIS commands (see the Command and Response Tables on page103). Layout presets are set up in this web page or via the front panel menu.

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Encoding Presets

Encoding presets are combinations of settings for audio and video encoding. The recording uses the highest quality signal encoding (archive encoding) and the preview (confidence view) displayed within the embedded web pages uses the lowest quality encoding (confidence encoding) of the encoding streams.

SMP 351 models support up to two encodes (archive, confidence), one recording, one local output, and live streams simultaneously.

SMP 352 models and SMP 351 models with LinkLicense support up to three encodes (archive A, archive B, confidence), two recordings, one local output, and live streams simultaneously.

NOTE: In composite mode, the video encoding resolution of the archive encoder must

always be higher than or equal to that of the confidence encoder.

Any of the default encoder presets or user-created presets can be recalled and applied to a recording session (archive encoder) and stream using the embedded web pages. Presets can also be recalled using the front panel menu and controls (see Presets Menu on page25) or SIS Commands (see the Command and Response Tables on page103).

NOTE: Encoding presets must be selected prior to the start of a recording. You cannot

change encoding settings during an active recording. For custom resolutions, the resolution height and width must be specified before the custom rate can be used.

The first nine presets are populated with factory configurations which can be overwritten. Presets 10 through 32 are unassigned and unconfigured. All presets can be configured on the Encoding & Layout page.

NOTE: Some of the parameters available on this page can also be set individually using

front panel controls.

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An overview of encoding

Each of the two encoders for the SMP300 Series can be used for multiple purposes. It can be useful to understand how each encoder is typically used and the differences.

Encoding Stream Usage Conditions or

Differences

Archive Encoding

• One stream

for SMP 351 models and for all models in composite encoding mode

• Two streams

(channel A, channel B) for dual encoding mode in SMP352 models and SMP 351 models with LinkLicense

Confidence Encoding

Recording Refresh rate:

5 to 30 fps

Local HDMI output through the rear panel Output (preview) port

Live stream via the LAN port and network if using a decoder application

Preview window in the AV Controls panel

Live stream via the LAN port and network if using a decoder application

Refresh rate: 50 or 60 Hz.

Does not use the compression settings specified in the archive encoder preset. This output bypasses compression and encoding.

Refresh rate: 5 to 30 fps (same as the recording stream)

Comment

Highest quality and resolution

For composite encoding mode, confidence encoding must always be the same or lower resolution than archive encoding

For details about the operation of the encoding controls, see the SMP300 SeriesHelp File.

Audio Encoding

Which input signals are combined to form the encoded audio output vary depending on audio channel selection and the status of the dual analog mono option, as detailed in the following table:

Audio Encoding Channel Selection

Channel A Disabled Enc L = ChA L

Channel B Disabled Enc L = ChB L

ChB Dual Mono Enabled Enc L = ChB L + ChB R

ChA + ChB Disabled Enc L = ChA L + ChB L

ChA + ChB Dual Mono Enabled Enc L = ChA L + ChB L + ChB R

Channel B Dual Analog Mono Status

Channel Input and Output

Enc R = ChA R

Enc R = ChB R

Enc R = ChB L + ChB R

Enc R = ChA R + ChB R

Enc R = ChA R + ChB L + ChB R

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NOTE:

• Enc = encoded output channel

• Ch n = input channel n

• L = left, R = right

• Dual analog mono audio is available only on input channel B. If you enable this

feature, all audio input for channel B should be analog mono, though digital stereo is accepted on input 4.

• Set the dual analog mono audio status in Conguration > Input/Output

Settings > Input/Output Conguration.

• Select the audio encoding channel in Conguration > Encoding & Layout >

Encoding Presets > Channel Selection.

Both left and right encoded audio signals (Enc L and Enc R) are incorporated into all the outputs (whether recordings or streams):

• Archive [composite] or archive channel A and archive channel B

• Confidence

• Local HDMI preview output.

See the SMP 300 Series Help File for more audio processing information.

Layout presets (for composite mode only)

NOTE: A user must be logged in as an administrator to see or change these settings.

Users can recall layout presets when setting up recordings. Layout presets and metadata configuration are available only in composite encoding mode.

Layout presets define where on the screen the video windows for each input channel are located and how big each window is. Each channel (A and B) has a defined aspect ratio, size, and position. Depending on the layout arrangement, a layout can also include metadata text and some areas that let a black background or background images be visible. The Layout Presets panel also provides a way to set up some of the metadata that can appear in streams.

Any of the default or user-created layout presets can be recalled and applied. Layouts apply to all streams at once: a recording session, streams, and the preview stream within the AV Controls panel (see AV Controls Panel on page56). Presets can also be recalled using SIS commands.

The first 12 presets are factory default layouts. Presets 13 through 16 are unassigned and unconfigured. All presets can be configured through the controls in the Encoding & Layout page.

See the SMP300 SeriesHelp File for additional information.

Configuring Metadata Elements (For composite mode only)

You can select and specify the metadata text content that is incorporated into the video and used for other purposes, and you can select the font that is used for that text overlay within the video.

NOTE: The metadata display and the metadata configuration controls are disabled when

dual channel encoding mode is active in SMP 352 models and SMP 351 models with LinkLicense.

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Changing the Font Used for the Metadata Overlay

If optional fonts are uploaded to the SMP, you can select and use one for displaying metadata text instead of the default font.

NOTES:

• The SMP supports TrueType™(.ttf) and OpenType® (.otf) fonts.

• To upload a font ﬁle, use the ﬁle upload utility within the File Management page.

• The user is responsible for obtaining any necessary font licenses before uploading

• After changing the font, some text can appear truncated in the on-screen text

• The font selected here for the overlay can be different from the font that is used for

TIP: Many free, open source fonts are available at https://www.google.com/.

To select a different font, see the SMP300 SeriesHelp File.

Users and Roles

In the Users and Roles page within Configuration, an administrator can set up both administrator and user level passwords. Passwords are not required, though they are recommended for controlling access to configuration functions.

fonts to the SMP300 Series.

because characters can be wider in the selected font than in the system default font.

both the input switching OSD and the universal OSD (see Changing the Font and

Text Settings Used for the Input Switching On-screen Display on page69).

NOTE: If only an administrator password is set, only administrators are able to log in to

the SMP300 Series web pages. Users have no access. To allow user access to a password-protected unit, set both an administrator

password and a user password, and users must log in using the user password.

An administrator password is required before a user password can be set. Passwords can be set up only via this page or using SIS commands (see Remote

Communication and Control on page95). They cannot be set via the front panel.

To open this page, click the Configuration tab at the top of the SMP300 Series embedded web pages and then click the Users and Roles tab on the second tier of tabs.

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The Users and Roles page opens, showing the Password pane.

Figure 46. Password Panel

Setting passwords

If no passwords are set, anyone who opens the internal web pages is connected with administrator-level access and can make changes to all settings. To limit access and prevent changes to system configuration, the following options are available:

• Set an administrator level password only — This option allows only administrators

to access the SMP300 Series web pages. End users cannot log into use the web pages.

• Set both an administrator level password and a user level password — This

allows administrators to log in and manage all aspects of the SMP300 Series. Users can log in to use just the AV Controls panel and the Recording Controls page.

To set passwords:

1. Enter a desired password, at least four characters long, into the Administrator

Password: field in the Login ID: admin panel.

• Passwords must consist of alphanumeric characters (letters and numbers) only.

Special characters and punctuation are not allowed.

• Passwords are case-sensitive.

2. Enter the same password into the Confirm Password: field directly below the

Administrator Password field. Once a password is entered, the fields in the

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Figure 47. Password Panel Closeup

3. If no user password is set, click Save in the upper right of the Password panel. To set

a user password, complete steps 4 through 6.

4. To set a user level password, type a desired password into the UserPassword: field

in the Login ID: panel.

5. Type the same password into the Confirm Password: field directly below the

UserPassword field.

6. Click Save. Both the administrator and user passwords are saved.

Clearing Passwords

To remove (clear) a password, click Clear corresponding to the administrator or user password and click Save to remove.

NOTE: When the administrator password is cleared, the user password is also cleared.

Alarms and Traps

In the Alarms and Traps page within Configuration, an administrator can configure e-mail account and communication settings to allow the unit to send notification e-mails. This is also the location for selecting whether to log, display a message about, or send an email about various conditions and errors experienced by the SMP300 Series.

NOTE: If internal storage space is nearly full (at the point when the disk space alarm

System Settings

Controls within seven of the ten panels in the System Settings page within Configuration are essential during initial setup of the unit. The three other panels contain features that are used infrequently for updating the unit, restoring a configuration, or limiting access to front panel controls. A user must be logged in as an administrator to see or change these settings.

The panels are:

• Unit Identification — Set the system (unit) name and a descriptive name for its

is triggered) and the SMP300 Series is set up to automatically upload recordings to a server (see Publish Settings Page on page65), then the SMP uses an automatic disc cleanup feature to make room for new recordings. As needed, the unit automatically deletes previous recordings that have been uploaded to a server, starting with the oldest recordings, until there is enough free space on the disk.

location. This is also the location where you can read the model name and description,

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part number, firmware version, overall unit temperature, part number, serial number, and license information.

• Date and Time — Set the date, time, time zone, and settings for syncing with one or

more NTP (network time protocol) servers.

• Networking — Set the IP addresses for the unit, gateway, and DNS server, as well

as the subnet mask and port numbers for a variety of port types, or enable or disable SNMP.

• Recording Media Selection — records parameters, such as recording size,

destination, and recording mode, can be set and saved from this panel.

• Default Recording File Names — which allows you to choose what type of

information will be used to compose names of recordings and what type of file extension (m4v and mp4).

• Marks and Thumbnails — where you can choose whether to have the SMP produce

normal (small) size thumbnail images of the recorded video or to make thumbnail images the same size (resolution) as the archive encoder settings.

• Serial — Where you can set the baud rate and protocol for the rear panel remote

control serial port.

• Firmware and License Loader — Firmware uploads can be initiated here. In addition

LinkLicense information can be entered from this panel.

• Backup and Restore — Current SMP or IP configuration settings can be backed up,

or a previously saved configuration file can be restored to the unit from this panel.

• Executive Mode — Which allows you to enable or disable various levels of front panel

lock-out to limit access to the controls and functions of the SMP.

See the SMP300 SeriesHelp File for additional information.

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Setting the Default Recording Media

To choose where a recording is saved during its creation:

NOTE: Secondary storage mode is not available and cannot be selected if dual channel

encoding mode is active.

1. In the System Settings page, click the Recording Media Selection panel bar

to expand it.

Figure 48. Recording Media Selection Panel

2. To save recordings to a single location (to use single storage mode): a. Verify that the Enable Dual Recording checkbox is disabled (unchecked). b. In the Recording Destination drop-down list, select where recordings should

be stored during recording.

• Auto — The SMP stores the recording to available locations in the following

order of priority: front USB > rear USB > internal drive.

• Internal Drive — This forces the unit to store recordings only in its internal

storage, even if USB drives are attached to the front and rear panel ports.

• Front USB, Rear USB — These options force the unit to record to a USB

drive connected to the corresponding port.

NOTE: The SMP can automatically upload recording files to a network server only

for files that are recorded to and stored on the internal drive. If you select one of the USB-only options, files cannot be auto-uploaded to a server.

3. To save recordings to two locations at once (to use dual recording mode, which is not

available in dual encoding):

a. Select (check) the Enable Secondary Recording checkbox.

Figure 49. Recording Media Selection - Enable Dual Recording

• The selection in the Recording Destination: field changes to Internal

Drive. This cannot be changed while dual recording mode is enabled. The

recording is always stored to the internal drive.

• The Secondary Recording Destination: drop-down list is enabled.

b. Select an option (Front USB or Rear USB) from the Secondary Recording

Destination: drop-down list. This designates which storage drive (if one is

connected at that location) is used to store a second copy of the recording.

4. If desired, you can limit users to the storage drive location selected in step 2 or the

specified Secondary storage drives specified in step 3 (without the ability to change locations). To do so, select (check) the Record Destination Limiter checkbox.

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NOTE: If the recording destination limiter is enabled (the Record Destination

Limiter checkbox is selected and the setting has been saved by clicking the Save button within the Recording Media Selection panel), you cannot

change any destination settings or enable or disable secondary storage mode until the record destination limiter is disabled and that change is saved. Once the record destination limiter has been disabled, then you can make changes to the other settings, which can be applied once they are saved.

5. Recording files can be limited (portions of long recordings) to a specific size. If this

feature is enabled (default), each time a recording file reaches the specified size, the file is saved and the SMP creates a new file (of up to the specified size) for the next portion of the recording, and so on until the recording event ends or the SMP runs out of storage space.

Figure 50. Limit Recording Size

To set a recording file size limit, select (check) the Limit Recording Size checkbox (see figure 49) then enter a number into the Max file size limit (MB): field or use the Up and Down arrows next to the field to select a number. The file size can be limited to any size between 100 MB to 3.8 GB (3800 MB). The default is 3584 MB. If you deselect the Limit Recording Size checkbox, the size limit function is disabled, and the entire recording is stored in a single file.

6. Click Save, or click Cancel to discard the changes.

NOTE: For an SMP set for secondary storage mode with unlimited file size selected,

Live View Settings

In the Live View Settings page, administrators can configure the media player settings for the Preview window in the AV Controls panel.

These settings are available only via this page. They cannot be set from the front panel (see the SMP300 SeriesHelp File to configure the live preview player using the Web-based UI).

the recording saved on the internal storage drive is saved in a single file. However, if the recording is saved to a USB storage device with FAT32 formatting, recording stops at around 3.6 GB as a result of the FAT32 size limit. You can use a USB drive formatted for NTFS in order to avoid the file size limit.

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Advanced Features

In the Advanced Features page within Configuration, an administrator can do the following things:

• Set the SMP300 Series to run a Web browser client application for direct control on

site for limited network (IP) configuration when a network-connected computer is not available.

• Upload a FlexOS plugin application to add functions and configuration options, then use

the plugin to configure features of the SMP.

These settings are available only via this page. They cannot be set via the front panel. To open this page, click Configuration > Advanced Features.

The Advanced Features page opens, showing the Browser Client and Apps panels.

Figure 51. Advanced Features Page

Using an Internal Browser Client and A Keyboard and Mouse to Control the SMP 300 Series

You can configure the SMP300 Series to run a Web browser client application for direct control if a stand-alone computer is not available on site. If enabled, the internal browser provides access to a subset of the Network (IP) Settings configuration pane.

To set up the SMP300 Series for local control using its internal browser client:

1. On a computer connected to the same network as the SMP, open a browser, enter the

IP address of the unit into the address field, and connect to the embedded web pages.

2. Click the Configuration tab at the top of the SMP300 Series embedded web

pages and then click the Advanced Features tab on the second tier of tabs.

3. Select (check) the Enable the browser client? checkbox in the Browser

Client pane.

NOTE: The following steps do not require a computer and do not require the SMP to be

connected to a network.

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4. Connect a monitor and a keyboard and mouse directly to the SMP300 Series (see

Control System and External Device Connections on page14).

• Connect the keyboard to either the front or the rear USB port, or to the rear panel

Mouse/Keyboard USB connectors.

• Connect the mouse to the other (rear or front) USB port or to the rear panel

Mouse/Keyboard USB connectors.

• Connect a display to the local HDMI Preview Out port on the rear panel.

5. By default, the local output shows the preview (confidence) image on the connected

monitor or display. To switch between viewing the preview and viewing the embedded web pages, press the <Ctrl + Alt + S> keys on the keyboard connected to the SMP300 Series.

NOTE: The default web page allows configuration of the network settings.

6. Use the mouse and keyboard to navigate through the pages and panels and to make

changes as needed.

7. When all the changes have been completed, press the <Ctrl + Alt + S> keys on the

keyboard to switch back from the browser client to the preview display.

Uploading a FlexOS Application to the SMP300 Series

Occasionally Extron develops supplemental applications or plug-ins to enhance or add functions or control options to the product. For example, you can download a plug-in application that allows you to use the embedded web pages to configure and monitor the rear panel digital I/O ports. The controls in the Advanced Features page upload the application (app) to the SMP300 Series.

See the SMP300 SeriesHelp file to upload a FlexOS application using the Web-based UI.

NOTE: You may need to log in to the Extron website using your Extron Insider account

information in order to download the software. See your Extron representative if you need a login ID.

Available applications

Digital I/O configuration — The digital I/O configuration (Digital I/O) application is included with the SMP300 Series. It makes it possible to rename each digital input/output port, set its use mode (input or output, with or without pull-up), create labels for on and off states, and see the status of each port. Additionally, this application lets you link monitored conditions, such as the state of a particular I/O port, a specific recording mode, or mute state or alarm with actions. These actions include changing an input, recording mode, or mute mode, or swapping channels or setting a chapter marker. For further information, see

FlexOS Applications on page94.

Additional applications may become available in the future for download from the Extron website.

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File Management

The File Management tab contains a directory of files stored in the SMP 300 Series and also of any connected shared drives on the network. It also contains a file upload utility so that new files can be added to the SMP for use as background images. It also provides a way to connect the SMP to shared network drives and lists the URL you can use to upload or download files from the SMP through an SFTP client.

Within the file directory, many files or folders can be deleted, renamed, or locked. Those logged in at the user level do not have access to the File Management page.

Users logged in to the SMP 300 Series with administrator privileges can see and make changes.

To open this page, click the File Management tab:

The File Management tab opens showing the File Directory and the File Upload Utility panels:

Figure 52. Configuration, File Management Tab

The storage information table in the lower right of the File Management page (and also displayed in the middle of the Recording Controls page) displays the names of the available connected storage devices, their locations (internal, USB front panel port, USB rear panel port), total capacity, and amount of used and available storage space. It also provides an estimate of remaining recording time for each drive.

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This list can be sorted. Click on any of the table headings or click the arrow that appears when you hover the pointer over a table heading and select a sort order from the drop-down list.

See the SMP300 SeriesHelp file for information on using the file manager with the Web-based UI.

NOTE: Recordings stored on the internal drive can be automatically uploaded to

a network server (configured in Configuration > Schedule Settings > Publish Settings). If internal storage space is nearly full and the SMP is set up to automatically upload recordings to a server, the SMP uses a disc cleanup feature to make room for new recordings. As needed, the unit automatically deletes old recordings that have already been uploaded to a server, starting with the oldest recordings, until there is enough free space on the disk.

Add a Network Share

Network servers or network-attached storage drives (network shares) can be added to the file list so the SMP300 Series can access files and folders stored on shared network resources. These shares can store background images.

NOTE: The size of network shares is initially unknown and there can be significant

performance issues if the entire contents of every network share is indexed on every filter or search request. To provide the best performance with available resources, the searches and filtering for network shares is limited to the layer immediately below the level that the user manually expands. If the user fully expands the share, then it is fully indexed, searched, and filtered.

See the SMP300 SeriesHelp file to add a network share using the Web-based UI.

Upload Files To and Download Files From the SMP300 Series Using an SFTP Client

NOTE: Recordings can be downloaded from the SFTP client but recordings cannot be

deleted from the client.

Automatic file uploading to a network location (see Setting the Default Recording Media page82), the recording re-transfer (re-upload) option within the Scheduled Events page, and the option listed on the previous page for uploading background image files to the unit satisfy most file transfer needs. However, if there is a need to transfer files into or out of the SMP300 Series outside of those controls, use an SFTP client utility.

To use an SFTP client utility to transfer files:

1. Click the File Management tab.

2. Copy the URL. The URL includes the SFTP protocol name (sftp), the address of the

SMP300 Series, and the logical port number (usually 22022) of the LAN port. For example, sftp://192.168.194.28:22022.

3. Open an SFTP client program of your choice.

4. Paste the URL from the SMP300 Series into the host name or host address field of the

SFTP client program. If necessary, delete sftp from the URL and select SFTP from a different field or menu, and remove the port number from the URL and paste it into a port number field.

5. If an administrator username and password are set for the unit, enter those in the

appropriate fields in the SFTP client.

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Troubleshooting

6. Log into or connect to the SMP300 Series.

7. Use the FTP client software to copy files (recordings, logs, background images) to and

from the internal storage folders on the SMP300 Series.

8. Disconnect from the SMP300 Series (close the SFTP session).

The five pages within the Troubleshooting tab contain controls typically used during initial setup to test connections, and then later if a product support issue arises. They make it possible for a user logged in as an administrator to view current system conditions and connections, view event logs and alarms, test network connections, and reset the unit.

Only administrators have access to the Troubleshooting tab and can see and make changes to all settings.

Figure 53. Troubleshooting Tab

Features of the Troubleshooting Tab

The pages within Troubleshooting include the following:

Status — Displays information about the firmware and web page versions, system

and component temperatures, fan speeds, Ethernet connection, MAC address, date and time, as well as details about the bit rates for audio and both the archive and confidence encoder streams.

Logs — Displays a list (log) of alerts and notices for any event set up for any status

other than Disabled in Configuration > Alarms and Traps > Alarm Message List. The log can be sorted by date and time, severity, ID, or message. It can also be

filtered, or exported to a CSV file.

Alarms — Similar to Logs, this page displays a list of the more severe events that

trigger alarms. The list can be sorted, filtered, or exported to a CSV file. Individual alarms can be cleared. Only active and recently active alarms are displayed.

Diagnostic Tools — Provides a convenient way to test network connections using

a ping utility, a route (tracert) function, or Nmap test. It also includes a feature to run other diagnostic tests that generate a debugging log.

System Resets — Initiates a unit reboot, deletes all stored content and formats the

internal storage, or performs one of five different types of reset.

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Status

The Status page within the Troubleshooting tab displays factory-defined and user-defined information about the unit. This page contains the unit name, part number, firmware version, MAC address, location description, and related information about the unit. It also displays the current audio bit rate and the video bit rates for all encoding streams.

Some of the information in this page can also be found using SIS commands (see

Command and Response Tables on page103) or the front panel (see Status Menu on

page46). To open this page, click the Troubleshooting tab at the top of the SMP300 Series

embedded web pages and then click the Status tab on the second tier of tabs (see figure 54).

The Status page opens, showing the Detailed System Status and Encoder Status panes.

Figure 54. Troubleshooting, Status Page

All of the items on this page are read-only except the Find new firmware on Extron.com link. The hyperlink to the Extron Website allows you to search for updated

firmware for the unit. The Sync button commands the unit to sync its internal clock time and date with the settings from an NTP server.

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Logs

The Logs tab within Troubleshooting displays a list (log) of alerts and notices for any event set up for any status other than Disabled in Configuration > Alarms and Traps > Alarm Message panes. All log entries are read-only. The logs can be sorted, filtered, searched, or exported to a comma-separated values (CSV) file.

To open this page, click the Troubleshooting tab at the top of the embedded web pages, then click the Logs tab on the second tier of tabs.

Figure 55. Troubleshooting, Logs

The Logs page opens, showing filtering controls and the log list (see figure 56).

Figure 56. Troubleshooting, Logs Page

See the SMP300 SeriesHelp file to for further information available using the Web UI.

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Alarms

The Alarms tab within Troubleshooting displays a list of alerts for events as determined in Configuration > Alarms and Traps > Alarm Message List. Alarm list entries here are read-only. The alarm list can be sorted, filtered, searched, or exported to a comma-separated values (CSV) file.

To open this page, click the Troubleshooting tab at the top of the SMP300 Series embedded web pages, then click the Alarms tab on the second tier of tabs.

Figure 57. Troubleshooting, Alarms

The Alarms page opens, showing filtering controls and the alarm history list.

Figure 58. Troubleshooting, Alarms>Alarm History

• Active, unresolved alarms are displayed as red text.

• To clear or remove an alarm, select the row it is listed in and click Clear Selected

Alarm(s).

• To mute an alarm, so that it does not appear in the alarm list again the next time it is

triggered, select the checkbox for that alarm in the Muted column.

See the SMP300 SeriesHelp file for further information about the Alarms page.

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Diagnostic Tools

The Diagnostic Tools page within Troubleshooting provides a convenient way to test network connections using a ping utility, a trace route (tracert) function, and an Nmap network discovery tool. It also allows you to generate a log file that you can send to Extron support staff to aid in troubleshooting problems with the unit or the system.

To open this page, click the Troubleshooting tab at the top of the embedded web pages and then click the Diagnostic Tools tab on the second tier of tabs.

Figure 59. Troubleshooting, Diagnostic Tools

The Diagnostic Tools page opens.

Figure 60. Troubleshooting, Diagnostic Tools

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System Resets

The System Resets page within Troubleshooting contains options to initiate a unit reboot, delete all stored content and format the internal storage, or perform one of five different types of reset. Some of the reset options offered here can also be performed using SIS commands or the front panel menu.

To open this page, click the Troubleshooting tab at the top of the embedded web pages and then click the System Resets tab on the second tier of tabs.

Figure 61. Troubleshooting Tab and Sub-tabs

The System Resets page opens to the Reset pane.

Figure 62. System Resets Page

Each option within this page includes a description of its function. To perform a reboot, reset, or content deletion (storage reformatting), click the button for the desired option.

When a reset or reboot is performed, the unit reboots and loses its network connection.

• After a reset or reboot, it may take a few minutes for the SMP to restart and connect to

the network. Refresh the browser window to reconnect to the unit.

• When you select Reset IP Networking Settings or Factory Reset, all IP

addresses and network settings are reset to factory defaults. You must connect again using the default addresses.

See the SMP300 SeriesHelp file for information about the system resets using the Web UI.

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