Leitch DVR-3901 Neo Installation And Operation Manual
DVR-3901
Digital Video Recorder
Installation and Operation Manual
Edition E
175-000152-00
DVR-3901
Digital Video Recorder
Installation and Operation Manual
Edition E
August 2005
Trademarks and Copyrights
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CineTone, CinePhase, CineSound, DigiBus, DigiPeek, Digital Glue,
DigiWorks, DTV Glue, EventWORKS, EZ HD, Genesis, HDTV Glue,
Image Q, Inca, Inca Station, InfoCaster, Inscriber, Inscriber CG—FX,
Integrator, LeFont, Leitch, LogoMotion, MediaFile, MIX BOX, NEO, the
NEO design, NEOSCOPE, NewsFlash, Nexio, Opus, Panacea,
PanelMAPPER, Portal, PROM-Slide, RouterMAPPER, RouterWORKS,
Signal Quality Manager, SpyderWeb, SuiteView, TitleMotion,
UNIFRAME, Velocity, VelocityHD, VideoCarte, Videotek, and X75
are trademarks of Leitch Technology International Inc. which may be
registered in the United States, Canada, and/or other countries. All other
trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Copyright 2005, Leitch Technology International Inc. All rights reserved.
This publication supersedes all previous releases. Printed in Canada.
Warranty Information
The Leitch Limited Warranty Policy provides a complete description of
your warranty coverage, limitations, and exclusions, as well as
procedures for obtaining warranty service. See the inside back cover of
this manual for a warranty summary. To view the complete warranty,
visit www.leitch.com>Support>Warranties
.
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Contents
Trademarks and Copyrights .................................................................... ii
Warranty Information ............................................................................. ii
Preface
Manual Information .............................................................................. vii
Purpose ........................................................................................... vii
Audience ........................................................................................ vii
Revision History ........................................................................... viii
Writing Conventions ....................................................................... ix
Obtaining Leitch Documents ............................................................x
Unpacking the Module ........................................................................... xi
Safety Standards and Compliances ....................................................... xii
Safety Terms and Symbols ............................................................ xii
DVR-3901 Installation and Operation Manual iii
Chapter 1: Introduction
Overview ..................................................................................................1
Product Description ..................................................................................2
Main Features ...........................................................................................3
Front and Back Modules ..........................................................................4
Front Module ....................................................................................4
Back Module .....................................................................................5
Signal Flow ..............................................................................................6
Function Descriptions ..............................................................................7
Video .................................................................................................7
Audio ................................................................................................7
Monitor Output .................................................................................7
Genlock .............................................................................................7
Time Code .........................................................................................7
Contents
Video Compression .......................................................................... 8
Storage ............................................................................................. 8
Controls and Operations ................................................................... 8
Operation Modes .............................................................................. 9
NEO-VR Command Center
TM
Application .......................................... 10
Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader ................................................... 10
Chapter 2: Installation and Removal
Overview ............................................................................................... 11
Checking the Packing List ..................................................................... 12
Installing DVR-3901 Modules .............................................................. 12
Removing DVR-3901 Modules ............................................................ 12
Making Connections ............................................................................. 13
Connecting Using a RS-422 Cable ................................................ 13
Connecting Using a PC Serial Cable ............................................. 14
AES/LTC Mating Connectors ........................................................ 15
Setting Jumpers ..................................................................................... 16
Jumper Locations ........................................................................... 16
RS-422 / PC Serial Cable Selection ............................................... 17
LTC Input Termination Selection .................................................. 17
Terminating LTC Output Port (+) Termination ............................. 18
LTC Output Port (-) Termination ................................................... 18
Upgrading DVR-3901 Firmware .......................................................... 19
Upgrading the Firmware (Discovery Method) ............................... 19
Upgrading the Firmware (Drag-and-Drop Method) ...................... 21
Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure ............................................. 23
Setting the Module to Fail-Safe Loader Mode ............................... 23
Upgrading the Firmware in Fail-Safe Mode .................................. 23
Rebooting the Module .................................................................... 25
............................................................................................................... 26
Chapter 3: Operation
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Overview ............................................................................................... 27
Operation Notes ..................................................................................... 28
State Recovery Parameter Availability ................................................. 28
Navigating the Operator and All Lists .................................................. 29
Operator and All List Parameters .......................................................... 30
Setup Parameters ................................................................................... 40
Alarms ................................................................................................... 41
Alarm Synchronization ...................................................................41
Identifying the Cause of an Alarm ..................................................41
Enabling or Disabling an Alarm Parameter ....................................42
Restoring Default Settings ..............................................................42
Module Status LEDs ..............................................................................43
Chapter 4: Remote Operation
Overview ................................................................................................45
Control Port Assignment ........................................................................46
RS-422 Communication Protocol ..........................................................47
DB-9 connector ...............................................................................47
UDP Control ...................................................................................49
Motion Control .......................................................................................51
ACK / NAK ....................................................................................51
Device Type Request ......................................................................52
Transport Commands ......................................................................52
Variable Speed Commands .............................................................54
Time Commands .............................................................................55
Status Sense Command ...................................................................55
Contents
Chapter 5: Functions and Controls
Overview ................................................................................................57
Functions and Controls ..........................................................................58
Video ...............................................................................................58
Audio ..............................................................................................59
Genlock and DARS ........................................................................60
Audio Video Delay .........................................................................61
Time Code .......................................................................................61
Video Compression .........................................................................61
Storage ............................................................................................62
On Screen Display (OSD) ...............................................................63
Online Operation Modes ........................................................................65
Playlist mode ...................................................................................65
BVW/Odetics Mode .......................................................................68
Switching Between BVW/Odetics Mode and Playlist Mode .........69
Offline File Transfer ..............................................................................69
Exception Handling ................................................................................70
Loss of Power .................................................................................70
Loss of Video Input ........................................................................70
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Contents
Loss of Video Genlock .................................................................. 70
Firmware Upgrade ................................................................................. 70
Chapter 6: Specifications
Overview ............................................................................................... 71
Serial Digital Video Input ..................................................................... 72
AES Audio Input ................................................................................... 72
Embedded Audio Input ......................................................................... 73
LTC Input .............................................................................................. 73
Reference Video Input .......................................................................... 74
Serial Digital Video Output ................................................................... 74
AES Audio Output ................................................................................ 75
Embedded Audio Output ....................................................................... 75
LTC Output ........................................................................................... 76
Monitoring Outputs ............................................................................... 76
Hard Drive ............................................................................................. 77
RS-422 ................................................................................................... 77
Power Consumption .............................................................................. 78
Ethernet Port .......................................................................................... 78
Appendix A: Tree-View Navigation
Overview ............................................................................................... 79
Navigating the Tree View ..................................................................... 80
Tree View Parameters ........................................................................... 81
Appendix B: Servicing Instructions
Overview ............................................................................................... 87
Replacing a DVR-3901 Hard Drive ...................................................... 88
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Manual Information
Purpose
Preface
Audience
This manual details the features, installation, operation, maintenance,
and specifications of the NEO™ DVR-3901 Digital Video Recorder.
This manual is written for engineers, technicians and operators
responsible for the installation, setup, maintenance, and operation of the
NEO™ DVR-3901 Digital Video Recorder.
DVR-3901 Installation and Operation Manual vii
Preface
Revision History
Table P-1. Revision History
Edition Date Revision History
Edition A December 2003 Initial Release
Edition B February 2004 Addition of NeoVR Control Center Lite
CD-ROM and installation instructions for
Adobe Acrobat Reader®
Edition C July 2004 New material:
• Off-line media transfer through FTP
• UDP control through Ethernet
• Audio level control
• Video level and hue controls
• On-screen display (OSD) added to
monitoring video, showing time code,
operation status, and audio meter
• Built-in frame synchronizer in EE mode
Edition D March 2005
Edition E August 2005 Replaced 40 GB hard drive with 80 GB
• Addition of DvrPlyCtrl and DvrRecCtrl
parameter
• Minor corrections to content
hard drive
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Writing Conventions
This manual adheres to the following writing conventions.
Table P-2. Writing Conventions
Term or Convention Description
Bold Indicates dialog box, property sheet, field,
Italics Indicates email addresses, names of books
CAPS Indicates a specific key on the keyboard,
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button, check box, list box, combo box,
menu, submenu, window, list, and
selection names
and publications, and first instances of new
terms and specialized words that need
emphasis
such as ENTER, TAB, CTRL, ALT,
DELETE
Code
> Indicates the direction of navigation
hyperlink Indicates a jump to another location within
Internet address
Note
Indicates variables or command-line
entries, such as a DOS entry or something
you type into a field
through a hierarchy of menus and
windows.
the electronic document or elsewhere
Indicates a jump to a Web site or URL
Indicates important information that helps
to avoid and troubleshoot problems
DVR-3901 Installation and Operation Manual ix
Preface
Obtaining Leitch Documents
Installation, navigation, configuration, and setup information is now
included in the NEO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting
Frames Installation and Operation Manual. If your current NEO frame
manual is Edition A, B, C, or D, you will need to download an updated
version from the Leitch Web site to access this information.
Leitch documents can be viewed or downloaded from the Leitch Web
site at www.leitch.com
Alternatively, contact your Leitch customer service representative to
request a document.
(go to Support>Documentation).
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Unpacking the Module
Before you install and configure NEO modules, follow these steps:
1. Check the equipment for any visible damage that may have
occurred during transit.
2. Confirm that you have received all items listed on the packing list.
3. Remove the anti-static shipping pouch, if present, and all other
packaging material.
4. Retain the original packaging materials for possible reuse.
5. Contact your Leitch sales representative if parts are missing or
damaged.
Keep at least one set of original packaging in the event that a product
needs to be returned for service. If the original package is not available,
you can purchase replacement packaging from Leitch Technology.
Otherwise, you can supply your own packaging as long as it meets the
following criteria:
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• The packaging must be able to withstand the product’s weight.
• The product must be held rigid within the packaging.
• There must be at least two inches (five centimeters) of space
between the product and the container.
• The corners of the product must be protected.
If the product is still within the warranty period, Leitch Technology will
return it to you by prepaid shipment after servicing.
DVR-3901 Installation and Operation Manual xi
Preface
Safety Standards and Compliances
See the NEO Safety Instructions and Standards Manual to find the
safety standards and compliances for this NEO series product. A safety
manual is shipped with every FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923
Mounting Frames Installation and Operation Manual and can be
downloaded from the Leitch Web site at www.leitch.com
contact your Leitch customer service representative for a copy of this
safety manual.
Safety Terms and Symbols
This manual uses the following safety terms and symbols. See your
NEO Safety Instructions and Precautions Guide for more information.
Table P-3. Safety Terms and Symbols Used in Manual
. Alternatively,
WARNING:
Statements identifying conditions or practices that can result in
personal injury or loss of life: High voltage is present. Uninsulated
dangerous voltage within the product’s enclosure may be sufficient
to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CAUTION:
Statements identifying conditions or practices that can result in
damage to the equipment or other property: Important operating
and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the product.
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Preface
Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS)
Directive
Directive 2002/95/EC—commonly known as the European Union (EU)
Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS)—sets limits on the use of
certain substances found in electrical and electronic equipment. The
intent of this legislation is to reduce the amount of hazardous chemicals
that may leach out of landfill sites or otherwise contaminate the
environment during end-of-life recycling. The Directive takes effect on
July 1, 2006, and it refers to the following hazardous substances:
• Lead (Pb)
• Mercury (Hg)
• Cadmium (Cd)
• Hexavalent Chromium (Cr-V1)
• Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB)
• Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE)
In accordance with this EU Directive, all Leitch Technology products
sold in the European Union will be fully RoHS-compliant and
“lead-free.” (See the Leitch Web site, www.leitch.com
information on dates and deadlines for compliance.) Spare parts
supplied for the repair and upgrade of equipment sold before
July 1, 2006 are exempt from the legislation. Leitch equipment that
complies with the EU directive will be marked with a RoHS-compliant
symbol, as shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1. RoHS Compliance Symbol
, for more
DVR-3901 Installation and Operation Manual xiii
Preface
Waste from Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) Directive
The European Union (EU) Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste from
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) deals with the collection,
treatment, recovery, and recycling of electrical and electronic waste
products. The objective of the WEEE Directive is to assign the
responsibility for the disposal of associated hazardous waste to either
the producers or users of these products. Effective August 13, 2005,
producers or users will be required to recycle electrical and electronic
equipment at end of its useful life, and must not dispose of the
equipment in landfills or by using other unapproved methods. (Some
EU member states may have different deadlines.)
In accordance with this EU Directive, Leitch Technology International,
Inc. and other companies selling electric or electronic devices in the EU
will affix labels indicating that such products must be properly
recycled. (See the Leitch Web site, www.leitch.com
information on dates and deadlines for compliance.) Contact your local
Leitch sales representative for information on returning these products
for recycling. Leitch equipment that complies with the EU directive will
be marked with a WEEE-compliant symbol, as shown in Figure 2.
, for more
Figure 2. WEEE Compliance Symbol
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Overview
Chapter 1
Introduction
The DVR-3901 module is a digital video recorder designed for NEO
1RU and 3RU rack-mounted frames, but that occupies only a single
slot.
This chapter covers the following topics:
• “Product Description” on page 2
• “Main Features” on page 3
• “Front and Back Modules” on page 4
• “Back Module” on page 5
• “Signal Flow” on page 6
• “Function Descriptions” on page 7
• “Operation Modes” on page 9
• “NEO-VR Command Center
TM
Application” on page 10
DVR-3901 Installation and Operation Manual 1
Chapter 1: Introduction
Note
Installation, navigation,
configuration, and setup
information is now included in
the NEO FR-3901, FR-3903,
and FR-3923 Mounting Frames
Installation and Operation
Manual. If your current NEO
frame manual is Edition A, B,
C, or D, you will need to
download an updated version
from the Leitch Web site
(www.leitch.com
information.
) to access this
See the FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Installation and Operation
Manual for information about NEO frames. The frame manual includes
information about these items:
• General information about module unpacking, installation,
removal, navigation, configuration, and setup
• Card-edge screen savers
• State recovery parameters
•Fan modules
• Resource modules
• Alarm interconnect modules
• Power supplies
• Servicing instructions
Product Description
The NEO DVR-3901 Digital Video Recorder is a multifunction digital
Note
In Europe and Asia the 2.5 in.
(6.35 cm) hard drive is
described as 9.5 mm.
video recorder that can, in many applications, replace a VTR. It is
designed to complement the modular line of video, audio, and signal
processing products available for use in the NEO frame. The
DVR-3901 comes with a front module, a back module, and two fixed
2.5 in. (6.35 cm) IDE hard drives that are mounted on the NEO DVR
front module.
The DVR-3901 comes with a VFD display at the front edge of the card.
This display provides a way for you to locally monitor and control the
operation of this module.
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Main Features
Note
Older versions of DVR-3901
shipped with two 40 GB hard
drives.
Chapter 1: Introduction
These are the main features of the DVR-3901 module:
• Disk-based video recorder that provides instant access to any video
frame stored on the disk
• Recording and playback like a VTR, with support for slow motion,
variable speed playback, and jog and shuttle
• Two operation modes: Playlist mode and BVW/Odetics mode
• Two 80 GB onboard 2.5 in. (6.35 cm) IDE hard drives that can
operate in drive-spanning Merged Mode
• Motion JPEG compression for storage with compression ratios
ranging from 4:1 to 10:1
• One channel video and one stereo audio recording/playback (not
simultaneously)
• Video line standards: 525 and 625
• SDI Video input and output
• AES and embedded audio input and output
• LTC input and output
• NTSC and PAL-B monitoring video standards, with on-screen
display of time code, operation status, and audio meter. The audio
meter can be either a VU meter or a PPM meter
• Monitoring mono/mixed audio on 1 RCA jack
• Genlock to reference video or SDI video input
• Video and audio processing-and-amplifier (proc amps) for
recording path and playback path
• Built-in video frame synchronizer in EE mode
• Sony 9-pin VTR Protocol via RS-422
• UDP control over ethernet
• Capability for configuration and status via both the card edge
interface and Leitch CCS software
• 10/100 Ethernet connection for compressed video file transfer in or
out of the disk
DVR-3901 Installation and Operation Manual 3
Chapter 1: Introduction
Front and Back Modules
Front Module
NEO front modules are designated by the suffix “-FM.” For example,
the front module of the DVR-3901 is the “DVR-3901-FM.” Figure 1-1
illustrates the position of the LEDs and card-edge controls on the
DVR-3901-FM.
Front view
Escape button
Nav+/Nav- switch
(up/down)
64 X 16 VFD
submodule
Top view
Module indicators
Remote/Local switch
(hidden behind extractor)
Visible display area
Enter button
Card extractor
Remote/Local
switch
SDI In present
Auto
720p
1080i
1035i
1080psf
Reference present
Freeze
DARS present
(not functi onal)
LEDs
Escape button
Nav+/Nav- switch
(up/down)
Figure 1-1. Front Module of the DVR-3901
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Nav +
Nav -
Enter
Esc
MAJOR
ALARM
Enter button
Major
Alarm
MINOR
ALARM
Minor
Alarm
Power
POWER
REM LOC
Module
Status
MODULE
STATUS
Extractor handle
SW1
Back Module
Chapter 1: Introduction
In the NEO frame, back modules are placed directly behind the front
modules. Back modules are designated by the suffix “-BM.” For
example, the back module of the DVR-3901 is the “DVR-3901-BM.”
The back module connections are shown below.
OUT
IN
+ φ −
+ φ −
LTC
GENLOCK
RS-422
10T/100TX ET HERNET
Figure 1-2. DVR-3901-BM Back Module
MONITOR
VIDEO
OUT
SDI
IN
SDI
MONITOR
AUDIO
OUT
IN
+ φ −
+ φ −
AES
DVR-3901
DVR-3901 Installation and Operation Manual 5
Chapter 1: Introduction
Signal Flow
Figure 1-3 is a functional block diagram of the DVR-3901 module.
SDI IN
AES IN
LTC IN
Genlock
Monitor
Video
SDI OUT
AES OUT
Monitor
Audi o
LTC OUT
Card Edge/
CCS Controls
RS-422
10/100 Ethernet
SDI RX
AES RX
LTC RX
GL RX
Composite
Encoder
SDI TX
AES TX
Audio DAC
LTC TX
Module
Controller
EDH
Insertion
Video
Proc-Amp
Audio
Demux
On Screen
Display
Audio
Embedder
1
0
AES/EMB
Frame Sync
1
0
EE Mode
1
0
1
0
Video
Compression
Audio
Proc-Amp
Video
Decompress
Video
p
Proc-Amp
Audio
Proc-Amp
Media
Mux
Media
DeMux
FTP
online
IDE
Control
online
offline
offline
T :
B :
Figure 1-3. Functional Block Diagram of the DVR-3901 Module
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Function Descriptions
The primary video and audio interfaces of the DVR-3901 are digital.
Analog video and audio outputs are provided for monitoring purposes.
“Functions and Controls” on page 57 provides more details about the
functions and controls.
Video
The DVR-3901 supports one digital video channel, that is, one SDI in
and one SDI out. (One composite video output is provided for
monitoring purposes.) You can select between 525 or 625 line format
for the video system. Video proc amps are available on recording and
playback. Use the proc amp to adjust contrast, brightness, hue and color
saturation.
See “Video” on page 58 for more information.
Chapter 1: Introduction
Audio
Monitor Output
Genlock
Time Code
The DVR-3901 supports one audio channel pair, which can consist of
one stereo pair or two independent audio channels. You can use the
provided RCA jack to monitor mono audio. Audio proc amps are
available on recording and playback. Use the proc amps to adjust gain
and phase inversion.
See “Audio” on page 59 for more information.
Monitor Video and Monitor Audio outputs are analog. Use the video
monitor out to view time code, DVR status and audio meter.
Use Genlock to lock the playback video to the selected video source on
the DVR-3901. See “Genlock and DARS” on page 60 for more
information.
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The DVR-3901 supports LTC input and output. The use of time code
differs in different operation modes. See “Online Operation Modes” on
page 65 for details.
Chapter 1: Introduction
Video Compression
The DVR-3901 uses the industry standard M-JPEG (baseline) video
compression method. Closed captions and other VBI lines are
compressed using M-JPEG and retained with the compressed video.
See “Video Compression” on page 61 for more information.
Storage
The compressed video, PCM audio, and time code are stored on two
Note
In Europe and Asia the 2.5 in.
(6.35 cm) hard drive is
described as 9.5 mm.
on-board 2.5 in. (6.35 cm) IDE hard drives. One or both hard drives can
be connected online for real-time recording or playback. See “Storage”
on page 62 for more information.
Controls and Operations
Local Card-Edge Controls
CCS Pilot
TM
and CCS NavigatorTM
RS-422 Controls
You can operate and control the DVR-3901 through the following
methods:
Local card-edge controls let you customize configurations and settings
and provide card status information and alarms. All the parameters are
accessible at the card edge. See “Operation” on page 27 for more
information.
These PC GUI software packages can be used to control, configure and
monitor various Leitch products. Please see www.leitch.com
for more
information. The NEO DVR-3901 can be controlled by all versions of
Leitch CCS. All the parameters available at card-edge are accessible
from the CCS software.
The DVR-3901 responds to a RS-422 controller (for example an
automation controller) through an RS-422 port using Sony protocol. It
supporst a selection of Sony and Odetics™ commands. The DVR-3901
package includes a straight-through RS-422 cable. See “Remote
Operation” on page 45 for more details.
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PC Controls
Ethernet Controls
Offline File Transfer
Chapter 1: Introduction
A PC application using Sony protocol can control the DVR-3901
through the RS-422 port. An RS-232 to RS-422 conversion cable,
included in the DVR-3901 package, should be used to connect the PC to
the DVR-3901 RS-422 port.
See “Remote Operation” on page 45 for more details.
In addition to RS-422 control, you can control the DVR-3901 through
UDP/IP communication. This method supports the same commands as
the RS-422 controls, but they are wrapped differently.
See “UDP Control” on page 49 for details on the UDP communication
protocol.
Operation Modes
The DVR-3901’s two drives can be put offline individually. Once a
drive is offline, you can transfer video/audio clips on that drive in and
out of the drive through the Ethernet port.
See “Offline File Transfer” on page 69 for details.
The DVR-3901 operates in two different modes: Playlist mode and
BVW/Odetics mode. It can be controlled by a RS-422 controller or an
Ethernet controller in either mode.
See “Online Operation Modes” on page 65 for more details.
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Chapter 1: Introduction
NEO-VR Command CenterTM Application
NEO-VR Command Center LiteTM is PC application software that
Note
For more information about the
more robust NEO-VR
Command CenterTM, please
contact your Leitch sales
representative.
provides a means to configure and control the DVR-3901 from a PC.
The CD-ROM is attached to the inside back cover of this manual, and
includes the NEO-VR Command Center Lite
TM
Command Center Lite
Command Center Lite
NEO-VR Command Center Lite
do not have Adobe Acrobat
user manual in pdf format, and NEO-VR
TM
online help. For information on installing
TM
, please see the user manual. If you
TM
installed on your system, see “Installing
TM
program, the NEO-VR
Adobe Acrobat Reader” on page 10 for installation instructions.
NEO-VR Command Center
TM
is the full version of the software that
can only be enabled by a USB dongle plugged into the PC. It is
dedicated to playlist mode operations and supports playlist generation,
playlist editing, clip trimming, shotbox, and FTP. Read the Command
Center manual from the Leitch website for more information.
Installing Adobe Acrobat Reader
Adobe Acrobat Reader is available on the NeoVR Command Center
Lite Installation CD. To install the Acrobat Reader software from the
Installation CD, complete these steps:
Use Windows Explorer to find the Adobe Acrobat Reader setup file,
rp500enu.exe, on the Installation CD at this location:
third party\Adobe\rp500enu.exe
Double-click the rp500enu.exe file icon to start setup.
Follow the instructions that appear on the computer monitor.
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Overview
Caution
Before installation, please read
the NEO Safety Instructions and
Precautions Manual. This
document contains important
information about the safe
installation and operation of
NEO products.
Chapter 2
Installation and Removal
Installation, navigation, configuration, and setup information is now
included in the NEO FR-3901, FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting
Frames Installation and Operation Manual. If your current NEO frame
manual is Edition A, B, C, or D, you will need to download an updated
version from the Leitch Web site (www.leitch.com
information.
In this chapter, you can find information on the following topics:
• “Checking the Packing List” on page 12
) to access this
• “Installing DVR-3901 Modules” on page 12
• “Removing DVR-3901 Modules” on page 12
• “Making Connections” on page 13
• “Setting Jumpers” on page 16
• “Upgrading DVR-3901 Firmware” on page 19
• “Correcting a Failed Upgrading Procedure” on page 23
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Chapter 2: Installation and Removal
Checking the Packing List
The NEO DVR-3901 module package includes these items:
Note
In Europe and Asia the 2.5 in.
(6.35 cm) hard drive is
described as 9.5 mm.
Note
Older versions of DVR-3901
shipped with two 40 GB hard
drives.
• One DVR-3901-FM front module
• One DVR-3901-BM back module
•One DVR-3901 Installation and Operation Manual per order
• Two fixed 2.5 in. (6.35 cm) IDE 80 GB hard drives mounted on the
NEO DVR front module
• One 10 ft (3.05 m) RS-422 cable
• One 6 ft (1.83 m) PC serial control cable (RS-232 to
RS-422 conversion)
• Four mating connectors for AES and LTC ports
Installing DVR-3901 Modules
This module requires no specialized installation procedures. For general
information about installing NEO modules, see your NEO FR-3901,
FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation
Manual.
Removing DVR-3901 Modules
This module requires no specialized removal procedures. For general
information about removing NEO modules, see your NEO FR-3901,
FR-3903, and FR-3923 Mounting Frames Installation and Operation
Manual.
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Making Connections
Either RS-422 or PC serial cables can be used for connections on the
Note
The DVR-3901 can also be
controlled by Ethernet cables
over using UDP. For more
information,
Control” on page 49.
see “UDP
Connecting Using a RS-422 Cable
DVR-3901.
The DVR-3901 is equipped with a 10 ft (3.05 m) long RS-422 cable.
This cable has male connectors on both ends. Plug one end to the DB-9
connector on the back module and fasten the screws. The jumper J6
should be positioned according to “Setting Jumpers” on page 16. Figure
2.6 shows the RS-422 pinouts.
Chapter 2: Installation and Removal
Controlling device
(RS-422 controller) DB9-M
Front view
1
6
RXA
TXB
RXB
TXA
3
2
7
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
45
9
Frame GND
Receive B
Spare
Transmit B
Receive A
Controlled device
(DVR-3901) DB9-M
Front view
1
6
GND
GND
3
2
7
45
8
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
TXA
RXB
TXB
RXA
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9
Frame GND
Figure 2-1. RS-422 Cable Pinouts
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Chapter 2: Installation and Removal
Connecting Using a PC Serial Cable
The DVR-3901 is equipped with a 6 ft (1.83 m) long PC serial control
cable. This cable is male at one end and female at the other end. Plug
the male end to the DB-9 connector on the back module and the other
end to the PC serial port. (See Figure 2-2.)
Controlling device
(PC/RS-232) DB9-F
Front view
5432
9
876
CD
RXD
TXD
DTR
GND
DSR
RTS
CTS
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Controlled device
(DVR-3901/RS-422) DB9-M
Front view
1
132
67
4
89
1
Frame GND
TXA
2
3
RXB
RX_GND
4
Spare
5
6
TX_GND
TXB
7
RXA
8
5
Figure 2-2. PC Serial Conversion Cable Pinouts
Fasten all the screws. The jumper J6 should be positioned according to
“Setting Jumpers” on page 16.
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Shell
9
Frame GND
9
Shell
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