Sencore TSS 6220 User Manual
July 2018
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TSS 6220
Transport Stream Server
User Manual
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Revision History
Date
Version
Description
Author
10/31/2017
1.0
Manual for the Sencore TSS 6220
GAK
1/05/2018
1.2
Add Play, Record, Licensing, features to the
TSS 6220 Manual
GAK
07/20/2018
1.3
Add Disaster Recovery and Time Delay
Features
GAK
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Safety Instructions
• Read these instructions
• Keep these instructions
• Heed all warnings
• Follow all instructions
• Do not use this apparatus near water
• Clean only with dry cloth
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized
plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades
and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety.
If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of
the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
• Do not expose this apparatus to dripping or splashing and ensure that no objects filled
with liquids, such as vases, are placed on the apparatus.
• To completely disconnect this apparatus from the AC Mains, disconnect the power supply
cord plug from the AC receptacle.
• The mains plug of the power supply cord shall remain readily operable.
• Damage Requiring Service: Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing
to qualified service personnel under the following conditions:
o When the power-supply cord or plug is damaged.
o If liquid has been spilled, or objects have fallen into the product.
o If the product has been exposed to rain or water.
o If the product does not operate normally by following the operating
instructions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions as an improper adjustment of the controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to its normal operation.
o If the product has been dropped or damaged in any way.
o The product exhibits a distinct change in performance.
• Replacement Parts: When replacement parts are required, be sure the service
technician uses replacement parts specified by Sencore, or parts having the same
operating characteristics as the original parts. Unauthorized part substitutions made may
result in fire, electric shock or other hazards.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
There is always a danger present when using electronic equipment.
Unexpected high voltages can be present at unusual locations in defective equipment and signal
distribution systems. Become familiar with the equipment that you are working with and observe
the following safety precautions.
• Every precaution has been taken in the design of your TSS 6220 to ensure that it is as
safe as possible. However, safe operation depends on you the operator.
• Always be sure your equipment is in good working order. Ensure that all points of
connection are secure to the chassis and that protective covers are in place and secured
with fasteners.
• Never work alone when working in hazardous conditions. Always have another person
close by in case of an accident.
• Always refer to the manual for safe operation. If you have a question about the
application or operation call Sencore for assistance.
• WARNING – To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock never allow your equipment to
be exposed to water, rain or high moisture environments. If exposed to a liquid, remove
power safely (at the breaker) and send your equipment to be serviced by a qualified
technician.
• To reduce the risk of shock the TSS 6220 must be connected to a mains socket outlet
with a protective earth ground connection.
• For the TSS 6220 the mains plug is the main disconnect and should remain readily
accessible and operable at all times.
• To reduce the risk of shock and damage to equipment, it is recommended that the
chassis grounding screw located on the rear of the TSS 6220 – be connected to the
installation’s rack, the vehicle’s chassis, the battery’s negative terminal, and/or earth
ground.
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Table of Contents
1 Introduction ...................................................................................................... 9
2 Specifications ................................................................................................. 10
3 Getting Started ............................................................................................... 12
3.1 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 12
3.2 Package Contents ............................................................................................................... 12
3.3 Installation ........................................................................................................................... 12
3.4 Rear Panel Connections ..................................................................................................... 14
3.5 Power Connections - Installation ......................................................................................... 14
3.6 Front Panel Features .......................................................................................................... 15
3.7 Obtaining the TSS 6220 IP Address ................................................................................... 16
3.8 Unit Networking and DNS Configuration ............................................................................. 17
3.9 Controlling the TSS 6220 Using the Web GUI .................................................................... 19
3.10 Simplified Startup - Getting a Stream Playing ................................................................... 21
4 Play Control Panel ......................................................................................... 27
4.1 Play Control Panel Overview .............................................................................................. 27
4.2 Stream/PCAP Information Overview ................................................................................... 28
4.3 Player - Adding a Transport Stream .................................................................................... 29
4.3.1 Add Transport Stream - General Configuration ........................................................... 30
4.3.2 Add Transport Stream - Advanced IP Configuration ................................................... 31
4.3.3 Add Transport Stream - File Configuration .................................................................. 32
4.4 Adding a PCAP Play File .................................................................................................... 33
4.4.1 Add PCAP - General PCAP Play Settings ................................................................... 34
4.4.2 Add PCAP - Advanced PCAP Settings........................................................................ 35
4.4.3 Add PCAP - File Play Settings ..................................................................................... 35
4.5 IP Stream and PCAP Status & Configuration Information .................................................. 36
4.6 IP and PCAP Monitor Panel ................................................................................................ 39
5 Schedule Panel .............................................................................................. 41
5.1 Schedule Panel Overview ................................................................................................... 42
5.2 Schedule - Information Fields ............................................................................................. 43
5.3 Adding or Creating a Schedule Configuration - General..................................................... 44
5.3.1 Add Schedule - General Configuration ........................................................................ 44
5.3.2 Add Schedule - Advanced IP Configuration ................................................................ 46
5.4 Schedule Configuration & Information Window .................................................................. 47
5.5 Scheduling Configuration Panel .......................................................................................... 48
5.5.1 Scheduling Configuration Panel - Colors ..................................................................... 49
5.5.2 Scheduling Configuration Panel – Moving Cursor ....................................................... 50
5.5.3 Scheduling Configuration Panel - Loading Event Lists ................................................ 50
6 Delay Viewing Panel ...................................................................................... 51
6.1 Delay Panel Overview ......................................................................................................... 52
6.2 Delay Panel – Receive Fields ............................................................................................. 53
6.3 Delay – Buffer Information Fields ........................................................................................ 54
6.4 Delay – Transmit Information Fields ................................................................................... 55
6.5 Delay – Adding or Creating a Delay Line ............................................................................ 56
6.5.1 Add Delay – General Configuration ............................................................................. 56
6.5.2 Add Delay – Receive Configuration ............................................................................. 57
6.5.3 Add Delay – Transmit Configuration ............................................................................ 58
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6.6 Delay Buffer – Extract Buffer To File................................................................................... 60
6.7 Delay Receive Status & Configuration - Information Menu ................................................ 62
6.8 Delay Buffer Configuration – Information Menu .................................................................. 63
6.9 Delay Transmit Status – Information Menu ......................................................................... 64
6.10 Multi Transmit Delay – Tx Delay 2 Configuration .............................................................. 65
7 Disaster Recovery Viewing Panel ................................................................. 67
7.1 Disaster Recovery Panel Overview ..................................................................................... 68
7.2 Disaster Recovery Panel Descriptions ................................................................................ 69
7.2.1 Disaster Recovery Panel – Receive Descriptions ....................................................... 69
7.2.2 Disaster Recovery Panel – Buffer Descriptions ........................................................... 70
7.2.3 Disaster Recovery Panel – Transmit Descriptions ...................................................... 71
7.3 Adding & Configuring a Disaster Recovery ......................................................................... 72
7.3.1 Adding a Disaster Recovery – General Menu ............................................................. 72
7.3.2 Adding a Disaster Recovery – Receive Menu ............................................................. 74
7.3.3 Adding a Disaster Recovery – Transmit Menu ............................................................ 76
7.4 Delay Buffer – Extract Buffer To File................................................................................... 78
7.5 Disaster Recovery – Added Panel Status & Configuration Menus ..................................... 80
7.5.1 Disaster Recovery Receive – Status Information Menu .............................................. 81
7.5.2 Disaster Recovery Buffer – Configuration Menu ......................................................... 82
7.5.3 Disaster Recovery Transmit – Status & Configuration Information Menu ................... 83
7.5 Understanding Disaster Recovery ...................................................................................... 84
8 File Viewing Panel .......................................................................................... 86
8.1 FTP - SMB Loading Play Files to the TSS 6220 ................................................................. 87
8.2 File Transfer Management - User Name and Password..................................................... 89
8.3 Managing Play Files & Folders ........................................................................................... 90
8.4 File Viewing Panel – Filter by Type ..................................................................................... 90
9 Record Panel .................................................................................................. 91
9.1 Record Panel Overview ...................................................................................................... 92
9.2 Record – Information Fields ................................................................................................ 93
9.3 Recording Input TS Stream Configuration .......................................................................... 94
9.3.1 Record Add Transport Stream - Configuration ............................................................ 95
9.3.2 Record Add Transport Stream - IP Configuration ........................................................ 97
9.4 Recording Input PCAP - Configuration ............................................................................... 99
9.4.1 Record Add PCAP - Stream Configuration .................................................................. 99
9.4.2 Record Add PCAP - PCAP Configuration ................................................................. 101
9.5 Record Status & Configuration Information ...................................................................... 102
9.6 IP and PCAP Monitor Panel .............................................................................................. 105
10 Admin .......................................................................................................... 107
10.1 Changing Unit Password ................................................................................................. 108
10.2 Profile Manager ............................................................................................................... 108
10.3 SNMP MIB Files .............................................................................................................. 109
10.4 Diagnostics ...................................................................................................................... 109
10.5 Update the Unit Software Version ................................................................................... 110
10.6 Reboot Unit ..................................................................................................................... 111
10.7 Reset Unit to Factory Defaults ........................................................................................ 111
10.8 General Configuration ..................................................................................................... 111
10.9 Network Port Configuration ............................................................................................. 112
10.10 Licensing Configuration ................................................................................................. 113
10.11 Date/Time Configuration ............................................................................................... 114
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10.12 SNMP Communities ...................................................................................................... 116
10.13 SNMP Trap Managers .................................................................................................. 116
10.14 Syslog Configuration ..................................................................................................... 117
11 Reporting Panel ......................................................................................... 118
11.1 Active Alarms .................................................................................................................. 118
11.2 Event Logs ...................................................................................................................... 119
11.3 Configuring the Logs ....................................................................................................... 120
12 About Panel ................................................................................................ 122
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1 Introduction
The TSS 6220 Transport Stream Server is the latest in Sencore’s long line of media server
products. It provides robust streaming, recording, time-delay and disaster-recovery capabilities for
customers looking for a simple and cost-effective channel-in-a-box, channel-processing or
storage product.
With the onboard storage and FTP/SMB file management, the unit can take stored media files
and play them out according to user-supplied schedules for channel creation or en-masse for
network testing and lab use. The recording option makes it easy to schedule and make captures
for later playout or analysis.
The time-delay and disaster-recovery options provide intuitive time-shifting and long-term storage
/replay capabilities with incredibly simple setup, configuration and status monitoring. Enhanced
features like multiple delays from the same buffer and automated disaster-mode activation make
the TSS 6220 usable in a huge variety of applications.
With its intuitive web UI, full web API remote control, and SNMP capabilities, the TSS 6220 offers
users a simple, reliable and powerful solution for operational and lab environments. The TSS
6220 has multiple rackmount chassis options ranging from 1RU to 3RU depending on storage
space requirements. The system also includes redundant power supplies, multiple network ports
and has numerous available expansion options.
This manual provides startup and operational information. It is written for professional operators
of video distribution systems and assumes a prerequisite level of technical knowledge.
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2 Specifications
INTERFACES PHYSICAL
Included IP Ports: 2x RJ45 1Gbps (Each port can be used for streaming and/or
management)
Optional IP Ports: Additional 2x RJ45 1Gbps Fiber 2x SFP 1/10Gbps
ASI I/O (Future Option): 2x Input Ports (75ohm BNC) 2x Output Ports (75ohm BNC)
FORMATS INPUT AND OUTPUT
IP Input Formats: UDP or RTP - RTP Header Extensions Supported
IP Output Formats: UDP or RTP
IP Encapsulation: 1 to 7 TS Packets per IP Packet
IP Addressing: Unicast or Multicast
IGMP Compatibility: Version 1, 2 & 3
IP Bitrates: 250 Kbps to 200 Mbps
File Types: Transport streams (.ts, .trp)
PCAP Ethernet capture (.pcap)
MANAGEMENT
Protocols: HTTP and SNMP
User Interfaces: Full control via web GUI
Automation Interfaces: Full status and control via SNMP, Configurable SNMP traps, Web
services API available, Syslog message logging
Firmware Updates: Via web GUI
POWER
Voltage: 100-240V
Frequency: 50-60Hz
Power Redundancy: Dual, hot-swappable supplies
CHASSIS OPTIONS
TSS 62220: 1RU chassis suitable for streaming, scheduled playlists and simple recording
TSS 62221: 1RU chassis suitable for time-delay, disaster-recovery and extended recording.
TSS 62222: 2RU chassis suitable for time-delay, disaster-recovery and extended recording.
Size: Rack-mount 1 RU chassis (2RU for TSS 62222 option)
1RU Chassis Depth: 20 inches (507 mm)
Physical chassis dimensions and operating conditions vary depending on chassis and
storage selection
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STORAGE OPTIONS
SSD Hard Drives:
Intended Use: Streaming and playlists High-performance recording
Cumulative Performance: 1Gbps+ for streaming-only 300-400Mbps for time-delay and
disaster-recovery
Redundancy Configuration: RAID-5 for time-delay and disaster-recovery
SAS Hard Drives:
Intended Use: Long-term storage for time-delay disaster-recovery and recording
Cumulative Performance: 200-250Mbps for time-delay and disaster-recovery
Redundancy Configuration: RAID-6 for time-delay and disaster-recovery
Feature: MPEG over IP Schedule Playout
Schedule MPEG transport streams to play out
Manually create schedule in UI or upload schedule file
Gap mode setting to fill open time in schedule
Feature: MPEG over IP Streamer- Play Option
Full line rate streaming
PCAP, MPEG transport stream files supported
Seamless looping
Full transport parameters control (IP addresses, UDP ports, RTP)
Feature: MPEG over IP Recording Option
Capture to PCAP, MPEG transport stream files supported
Immediate record start or scheduled start
Full transport parameters control (IP addresses, UDP ports, RTP)
PCAP filtering
Feature: MPEG over IP Delay Playout(s) Options
Define source multicast(s) for delay and output multicast(s)
Define delay time or length of each delay
Define IP port(s) for each delay
Feature: Disaster Recovery Option
Define archive IP source and disaster playout multicast
Define segment size for archiving live content (Example 1 day),
Automatically manage segment archiving size
Define Disaster conditions and timeout delay
Loop playout segment during disaster
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
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3 Getting Started
3.1 Introduction
This section provides an overview of what is included with your TSS 6220. It provides critical
information on obtaining the unit’s IP address in which to gain access to the unit’s web interface
GUI. It provides front/rear panel descriptions and information on getting the unit mounted in a
standard rack.
3.2 Package Contents
The following is a list of the items that are included with the TSS 6220 unit:
1. Startup Guide
2. AC Power Cord
3. Rackmount Rails
If any of these items were omitted from the packaging of your unit, please call
1-605-978-4600 to obtain a replacement.
3.3 Installation
The TSS 6220 rackmount chassis is a 1RU or 2 RU enclosure that is designed to be mounted in
a standard 19” equipment rack. The unit is shipped with the mounting hardware necessary to
safely secure the chassis in the rack. This includes rackmount ears and screws for the front along
with rails to support the sides. The user is advised to always use the included rails for mounting.
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The TSS 6220 is designed for front-to-back ventilation. Care must be taken to ensure that this
ventilation is not impeded in any way.
To install the TSS 6220 into a rack use the following steps:
1. Determine the desired position in the rack for the TSS 6220 making sure that the air
intake on the front of the unit and the exhausts on the rear of the unit will not be
obstructed.
2. Insert the rack mount clips into place over the mounting holes in the rack.
3. Slide the TSS 6220 into position in the rack.
4. Secure the TSS 6220 to the rack by installing the four screws through the front mounting
holes and tightening.
WARNING: To prevent injury, the apparatus must be securely attached to the floor/wall in
accordance with the installation instructions.
The TSS 6220 is designed for front-to-back ventilation. Care must be taken to ensure that this
ventilation is not impeded in any way.
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3.4 Rear Panel Connections
All of the external connections for the TSS 6220 are located on the rear of the unit. These
connections include standard computer I/O (Monitor, USB, parallel, serial, audio, and LAN ports)
and the TSS 6220 IP output connections. The power connection is also located on the rear of the
unit. The following provides an overview description of the rear panel connections and features.
Descriptions:
1. Power Connector: Provides AC power connection for powering the system
2. IPMI Port: Can be used for remote server management, but not normally used in the
TSS 6220 operation
3. eth0 Port: Network port for management and streaming/recording
4. eth1 Port: Network port for management and streaming/recording
5. eth2 Port: Port available only with the addition of optional card adding either 2x RJ45 or
2x SFP ports
6. eth3 Port: Port available only with the addition of optional card adding either 2x RJ45 or
2x SFP ports
7. VGA Monitor Output
8. USB Interface Ports
9. RS-232 Port
3.5 Power Connections - Installation
Using the proper power connections is vital to the safe operation of the TSS 6220. Only use the
supplied 3-prong power connectors or those with equal specifications. NEVER tamper with or
remove the 3rd – prong grounding pin on any cord. This could cause damage to the unit,
personnel, or property.
The TSS 6220 is intended for use on either 120V or 240V systems. The power supply will
automatically detect the voltage to which it is connected. There is one power supply and one AC
power cord. To connect AC power, perform the following:
1. Locate the proper AC power cord.
2. Plug the female end of the power cord (end with no prongs) into the back of the unit.
3. Plug the male end of the power cord into a proper protected AC outlet.
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3.6 Front Panel Features
The front panel contains some pushbuttons and indicator lights. This section provides an
overview of these features.
*NOTE: Some design modifications may occur in which features shown in this image and
described below may not be found on your TSS 6220.
Front Panel Descriptions:
1. UID: Pushbutton: This pushbutton provides an identification light at the rear of the unit.
Press the UID pushbutton to turn on a blue light at the rear of the unit. This makes it easy
to identify the unit when viewing from the back of the equipment rack. The “I” light on the
front panel (#8) indicates when the UID is switched on.
2. Reset Pushbutton: This pushbutton provides a reset of the system. Press and release to
initiate a reset operation of the operating system.
3. Power Pushbutton: Turns the unit AC power on and off. Hold down for 3 seconds and
release to power the unit on or off.
4. Power Light: Indicates when the unit is powered on for normal operation.
5. Hard Disc Drive Light: Indicates normal OS unit disc drive activity.
6. Network Port Indicator Light: Indicates normal unit network port data activity.
7. Network Port Indicator Light: Indicates normal unit network port data activity.
8. i Indicator Light: This light provides an indication when the UID feature is turned on
illuminating a blue light at the rear of the unit.
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3.7 Obtaining the TSS 6220 IP Address
Operating the TSS 6220 depends on gaining access to the unit’s network GUI as there is no front
panel interface. Connecting to the unit’s web GUI using a web browser requires knowledge of the
IP address of the port in which to enter into the address field of a web browser. To acquire and or
to change the port’s IP address from the factory default requires viewing a computer monitor
connected to the unit along with the use of a keypad to navigate the provided menus.
To obtain or make changes to the port’s IP address:
1. Connect a computer monitor to the VGA
connector and power it on. Reference
Section 3.4 in this manual – (#7) rear panel
port.
2. Connect a PC keyboard (USB type) to the
rear panel USB connectors. Reference
Section 3.4 in this manual – (#8) rear panel
USB connection ports.
3. With power properly connected to the TSS 6220, push and release the front panel power
button. Allow some time for boot up. The system
starts up with no user or password entry required.
A Main Menu screen appears on the monitor
.
4. The Ethernet port 0 (eth0) and Ethernet port 1
(eth1) IP addresses are shown on the initial Main
Menu. Enter the IP address of the port you are
using into your web browser. See the next sections
(3.7, 3.8) of this manual for more details on
changing the IP address and using the web GUI.
5. If the IP addresses are not shown, press the ENTER key on the keyboard to advance to
the next menu. Press the Up or Down arrow keys on the keyboard to select the eth1 or
eth0 Adapter Status listing by Moving the cursor in
front of the selection. Note: If no cursor is seen, press
ENTER a second time.
6. Press Enter on the keyboard to advance to the
configuration menu if you wish to change the IP
mode (static or DHCP) or to change IP Address,
Subnet, or Gateway addresses. See the next
section in this manual for additional information.
In some instances, you may be able to use the factory default IP addresses to gain web access.
The following default IP addresses are used.
Factory Default Settings:
eth0: DHCP
eth1: 10.0.0.61
eth2: 10.0.0.62 (with added optional ports)
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3.8 Unit Networking and DNS Configuration
The TSS 6220 network configuration is managed with setup menus visible by connecting a
computer monitor and USB keypad to the system. The configuration menus provide entry of host
names, gateway and DNS server addresses. Setup of the unit’s Ethernet ports including if they
are static or DHCP configured. If static, entry of the ports IP address, gateway and subnet may be
entered. This section shows the typical setup menu features and describes how to setup the
network settings.
Viewing the setup utility screens provided by the TSS 6220 requires connecting a computer
monitor to the VGA video output connector on the rear of the unit. It requires the use of an USB
keypad. View the monitor screen and use the keypad for navigation and entry. The following
navigation and entry rules are used and included as a reminder on each setup screen.
Press [Enter] to confirm a selection – advance to next menu/selection
Press [Esc] to go back to previous menu and accept entries
Press [Left] and [Right] arrow keys to navigate
Press [Up] and [Down] arrow keys to navigate
Press number and letter keys for field input values
Press [Del] and [Backspace] as needed for text entry
Configure Networks Settings
Network configuration settings are available to enter a unit host name, define a gateway and
enter primary & secondary DNS addresses. These selections are available in the “Configuration
Networks” menu.
1. From the opening menu – press the ENTER key.
2. Position the cursor in front of Configure Networks selection as in illustration below. Press
the ENTER key to advance to the Network Configuration Menu.
3. To enter a Host Name: Position the cursor in front of the Host Name row using the up
and down arrow keys. Press ENTER. The first field is selected for letter or number entry.
Enter the number or letter. Press left or right arrow key to move to the next digit. Press
ENTER key.
4. To enter a Default Gateway: Position the cursor in front of the Default Gateway row.
Press Enter. Enter the desired gateway. Press ENTER.
5. To enter a Primary and/or Secondary DNS: Position the cursor in front of the Primary
DNS and/or Secondary DNS row to be changed or entered. Press the ENTER key. Enter
the address using number keys while navigating with the arrow keys. Press ENTER.
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Ethernet 0 and Ethernet 1 Port Configuration Changes
Network configuration settings are available to enter a static IP address, gateway address and
subnet mask for Ethernet port 0 (eth0) and Ethernet port 1 (eth1). These selections are available
in the respective “eth1 Adapter Status” menu and “eth0 Adapter Status” menus. The following
describes the steps to enter or change a port’s static IP address.
1. From the start menu, press the ENTER key to advance to the Unit Networking screen.
2. Press the Up or Down arrow key as needed to move the cursor position in front of the
eth0 or eth1 row. Press the Enter key to advance to the Adapter Eth Status menu.
3. Use the up and down arrow keys to position the cursor in front of the IP Mode row. If it
shows DHCP - Press the ENTER key to select the setting field. Click the up or down
arrow key to increment setting to “Static.” Press ENTER.
4. Use the up and down key to position the cursor in front of the IP Mode row. Press
ENTER to enter the field. Enter number values to define the desired static IP address.
Use the left and right arrow keys to move to different digits. Press ENTER when
complete.
5. Change Mask and Gateway settings using the same technique as in step 4. Press the
ENTER key when finished to accept entries and return to the menu.
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3.9 Controlling the TSS 6220 Using the Web GUI
Controlling the TSS 6220 is done by a network connection to either the eth0 or eth1 ports and the
use of the web interface or GUI. From any PC that is connected to the same network as the TSS
6220, open a web browser application and type the IP address of the unit in the address field.
You must obtain the unit IP address with the procedure in the Startup section 3.7 on page 16.
When connecting to the web GUI, you are greeted with a Login screen as shown below. The
default user field entry is admin and the default password field is left blank or no entry. Press the
login button in order to login to the web interface. The User and Password can be changed for
improved security in the Admin section of the GUI. Please see section 10.1 in this manual.
When connected you are greeted with the home or start page of the web GUI as shown below.
Depending on the options and licensing some variations in the screen may be seen.
To open the TSS 6220 web interface use one of the following supported browsers.
• Internet Explorer version 9 or newer
• Firefox
• Google Chrome
• Microsoft Edge
The user is capable of configuring parameters from this page by clicking on the selection tabs at
the top of the page below the Sencore TSS 6220 header. User configuration changes are offered
in each section by clicking on the (cog) which represents a settings configuration is
available for the listed item. Each section contains a dropdown icon which is used to collapse
or expand a section to see additional details. Further details of the common fields in the web GUI
of the TSS 6220 are described
The top section or fields of the TSS 6220 web GUI includes login and operational information of
the system. Below is a reference to the information provided by each field.
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1. Logged in as: This field indicates the logged in user. This field may not be selected or
changed. The User and Password may be set in the Admin tab. See section 6.1.
2. Selection Tabs: Provides operational control of the TSS 6220. Click on a tab to select.
The tabs shown and available for selection depend on unit licensing.
3. Storage Disk Usage: Indicates actual disk size that is currently in use
4. Storage Disk Usage: Indicates total disk size available for use
5. CPU: Indicates the percentage of CPU usage
6. Logout: Provides quick logout, click to log out from the MIP GUI.
Field
Button/Selections
Description
1. Logged in
as:
Admin (Default)
Shows the logged in user name. A view only field.
2. Selection
Tabs
Play
Files
Record
Schedule
Admin
Reporting
About
Provides control for playing stream and PCAP files
Provides viewing of media disc play files
Provides record captures of TS streams or PCAP
Provides for schedule playout of TS streams
Provides administrative tasks
Provides reporting and logging
Provides unit information
3. Disk
Usage
Example shown: 63.0
GB
Indicates the disc drive memory space that is
currently being used by the system
4. Disk
Usage
Example shown:
3.7.TB
Indicates the total disc drive memory space
available for TS and PCAP stream storage
5. CPU
Example shown: 13%
Indicates percentage of CPU processing capacity
that is in use.
6. Logout
Click on
icon
Click to log out of the web GUI connection to the
TSS 6220
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3.10 Simplified Startup - Getting a Stream Playing
This section provides a quick start process to assist you in getting an output stream playing to the
Ethernet 1 port. This section provides only enough information to get you outputting a TS stream.
It is not intended to completely summarize all the information contained in this manual. Please
reference other portions of the manual to answer questions and become familiar with the TSS
6220 and its features.
Get Unit Powered & Network Connected:
1. Locate the TSS 6220 in a convenient location or mount in an equipment rack in which AC
power and a connection to the network is closely available. Connect an AC cord from the
rear of the unit to the AC outlet.
2. Connect a network cable between the Ethernet port 1 (Port nearest the VGA video
connector on rear panel) and to your network.
3. Momentarily press the Power button on the unit front panel. You will observe and hear
normal PC startup activities. The front panel power light should illuminate and drive light
activity indicated. Wait while the unit boots up.
Establishing a Web Connection with the Pre-Set Management IP Address
To access the TSS 6220 web user interface, it is necessary to establish an Ethernet connection
to the device. There are two alternative ways to connect to the TSS 6220’s management IP
address: 1.) Use the pre-set management IP address or 2.) Connect a monitor and keyboard to
the server to retrieve the IP address. The following steps describe how to use a pre-set
management IP address on a PC via a connection to the Eth1 port.
The TSS 6220 is shipped with the following factory settings for the Eth1 network ports.
Eth1 Default IP address:
10.0.0.61
You can connect to the web UI
of the TSS 6220 using a PC and
connecting directly from the
PC’s network port to the Eth1
port with an Ethernet cable.
Configure the PC’s network port
settings to permit a direct
connection.
For Windows, the network
parameters are set in the
Control Panel — Network and
Internet — Network and
Sharing Center — Network
Connection — Properties —
Internet Protocol Version 4
Properties viewing menu.
Select the user defined address, and set the PC’s IP address to 10.0.0.60 and the subnet mask
to 255.255.0.0.
When the IP address of the PC has been set in the same subnet as the TSS 6220’s factory
setting, a web browser can be used to access the web user interface at 10.0.0.61.
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Retrieve and/or Configure the Unit IP address
You can determine the TSS 6220’s IP address of both Eth0 and Eth1 ports by connecting a
monitor and keyboard to the server. All configuration of the TSS 6220 is done via a PC and web.
The Ethernet port 1 can serve both as a management port for web browser access and as the
streamer IP/PCAP network port. The following section describes how to connect a monitor and
keyboard to the server to retrieve and/or change the unit’s IP address on both ports. To connect
to the unit’s web browser:
1. Connect a computer monitor to the TSS
6220. Connect a VGA video cable from the
VGA connector at the rear of the TSS 6220
to the computer monitor. Power up the
computer monitor. Connect a PC USB
keyboard to one of the USB ports at the rear
of the TSS 6220. The display screen on the
monitor will indicate the current IP address
for the Ethernet 1 port (eth1). It also shows
the IP address for the other Ethernet 0 port
(eth0)
2. If you do not have a computer monitor you may try to access the web GUI as described
in the previous page using the factory default IP settings shown below:
Ethernet port 0 (eth0): 10.0.0.61
Ethernet port 1 (eth1): 10.0.0.62
Use PC Web Browser to Connect to the TSS 6220’s Web GUI
1. Connect a PC to the same network as the TSS 6220. Open
a web browser application on the PC and in the top address
field enter the IP address of the eth1 port as found in the
previous step.
2. The Login screen appears with a successful connection.
The default User name is admin and the default password is blank or no entry. Click on
the Login field.
When successfully logged in the web connection to the GUI produces a Schedule Control Panel.
A Play Control and/or Record Panel may be shown depending on unit licensing.
Use FTP or SMB to Load Stream/PCAP Files to Media Storage Drives
The TSS 6220’s media drives are available to store files used for playout in a schedule. Click on
the “Files” tab at the top of the GUI to view available files. If a file is available for selection, click
on the Schedule tab and skip to the instructions “Creating a Play/Event Schedule” instruction
section.
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If no files are available you will need to access and use FTP or SMB to load files to the media
drive. Read on in this section for details on accessing FTP and loading files/folders. Using FTP
requires starting an instance of Windows Explorer on your PC and entering the address of the
FTP server. Follow the instructions below.
The FTP server address is located in the
File Viewing Panel (Files tab) in the TSS
6220’s web GUI. Look near the top of the
page under the Files Control Panel
header. (See circle in illustration) Click at
the end of the field and drag the mouse
to highlight the ftp address. Copy the
address – (Keyboard Ctrl-C key
sequence).
Open a Windows Explorer application window on your PC. In the header of this application –
paste in the ftp address listed in the TSS 6220’s
File menu on the second line below the Files
Control Panel heading. Paste the ftp address –
(Ctrl-V) as shown in the example figure.
Example shown: ftp://10.0.15.60.
Press the Enter key on your keyboard.
Upon connection to the ftp server you will be prompted for a
username and password: Below is the default User and
Password. The Username/Password can be set - see section 8.2 for
instructions.
User: root
Password:
Note: The Password field is left blank or no entry as shown.
Click on the Log On field to access the FTP server.
Upon connection to the ftp server
you can view the current folders
and play files in the TSS 6220.
To transfer files to the ftp server,
you may use common window’s
based file copy and paste
techniques or drag and drop
techniques. For example, open a
2nd version of Windows Explorer application. (Right mouse click on the Windows Explorer icon at
the bottom system tray – click on Windows Explorer) You now have both the FTP server window
and the Windows Explorer application running. Position both the FTP window and the Windows
Explorer windows beside each other on your PC screen. See example below. Click on a file or
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folder in the Windows Explorer window and drag it into the right side of the FTP server window.
The folder or file is transferred as illustrated below.
Creating a Play/Event Schedule
If licensed for the Schedule playout capability, you can create a play schedule to produce a
playout stream. To create a schedule click on the Schedule tab and then click on the
icon. Note that this selection is available for each of the Ethernet ports.
A Configure IP menu opens to a General configuration
menu. You may enter an alias name or use the default
name. Select a Gap Mode using the dropdown selections in
this field. The Gap Mode defines what you want to happen in
the output between scheduled stream playout events. If you
choose “Default File,” click the Browse field and select a TS
file to playout during gap periods. Define the IP Ethernet
port, Destination IP address and port. Click the Apply field at
the bottom to create the schedule.
The created schedule is shown as a listing or row. There can
be up to 16 different schedules or rows. To define the
playout streams, dates, and times in a schedule, click on the
icon to select the Scheduling Configuration Panel.
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Click the icon to add a timed event or stream to the playlist. Browse and select the TS
file you wish to create as a playout event. The file loads as a row into the schedule and default
times and dates are generated. Click in the Start Date, Start Time, or Time Slot Duration fields to
change these default values. Listings are show according to date and times in the schedule. See
Section 5 in this manual for more details.
To start a file or event playing out immediately in a schedule, click on the Start Date field and
enter the current date. Click on the Start Time field and enter a start time that is only a few
seconds from the current time. You may need to check and/or adjust the current time of the
Server. The current date/time is shown and set under the Admin tab in the Date/Time section.
See the Admin section of this manual for more details. Once the start time is reached, the event
begins playout on the specified Ethernet port.
In Play Control Panel Add a Transport Stream
The TSS 6220 web GUI may include a Play tab, if licensed for the Play out feature. To create or
add a playing stream to the IP output on the Ethernet 1 port, click on the icon below
the Physical Connector eth1 heading. An Add Transport Stream menu opens and defaults to the
General tab.
Configure the Output Stream
The General configuration menu provides selections defining the
output IP stream and IP destination address and ports. Select a
source file for playout. Click on the Browse field and navigate to
the file you wish to select for playout. Open the file. It will populate
the Source listing with your file name.
Define the IP parameters. The Physical Connector field should
indicate eth1. If not, select the dropdown and select eth1. Click on
the Destination IP field and enter the destination address. Enter a
Destination Port in the Destination Port field. Click on the Apply
box at the bottom of the menu to add the stream to the Ethernet
port 1 (eth1) output.
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Start the Output Stream Playing
After the stream is added you will see the stream listed in the Physical Connector eth1 section of
the Play Control Panel. If you don’t see the listing click on the Show/Hide icon . Click on the
Play icon to begin producing the stream output. The light at the far right turns green and the bit
rate field beside it begins to show the output transport stream bitrate. The stream time begins to
increment and the blue highlight advances from the left (start) to the right (end) in the center
progress window.
Your selected stream is now outputting to the network. Click on the cog wheel icon to make
changes to the stream output configuration. You may also click on the icon to bring up a
configuration and monitoring panel. It provides a shortcut to improve viewing and playout
statistics while offering some convenient control options.
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4 Play Control Panel
The play feature is a licensed feature of the TSS 6220. When licensed, the Play tab is shown and
available to select. Selecting or clicking on the Play tab advances the GUI to the Play Control
Panel. The Play Control panel provides management of TS stream files and PCAP files that are
manually configured for playout from the TSS 6220. This panel manages each of the available
Ethernet streaming ports defining which TS streams and PCAP files are sourced to each port.
This panel further defines the criteria of each of the streams and PCAPs added to the output in
the Play feature. The following sections in this chapter of the manual provide an overview of the
features and menus associated with the Play feature of the TSS6220.
4.1 Play Control Panel Overview
The Play Control Panel includes a section for each available Ethernet output port. The sections
are identified by headers indicating the physical connector port. For example, the Ethernet port 0
is shown as “Physical Connector eth0.” If you have added the optional Ethernet ports to the TSS
6220, then two additional sections are included for Physical Connector eth2 and eth3.
Each Ethernet port section includes some common control fields. The following table provides an
overview of the common fields in the Play Control Panel.
Item or Field
Button/Action
Description
A. Add an IP
Transport
Stream Output
Click on this
icon to add a TS file
to stream to the
output
Provides menu to select a file and define stream output
characteristics adding the output to the Ethernet port.
See section 4.3 for details
B. Add PCAP
stream output
Click on this
icon to add a PCAP
to the output
Provides a menu to select a PCAP file and criteria to
define it adding it to the Ethernet output port 0. See
section 4.4 for details
C. Show/Hide
port info
Selectable, click on
the icon
Hides all the stream and PCAP listings, click to hide or
click to show all streams/PCAPs
D. TX Bitrate
Not a selectable field
Shows the total output bitrate of all the streams and
C
EFD
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PCAP to the Ethernet port
E. TS Stream
See next section
Row defining a stream output to Ethernet 1 port (eth1)
F. PCAP stream
See next section
Row defining a PCAP output to the Ethernet 1 port
4.2 Stream/PCAP Information Overview
The Play Control Panel shows all the playout IP streams and PCAPs. Each playback transport
stream and PCAP file output has a row of information and control functions. Depending on
licensing, up to 100 play listings are currently available. There are common data fields for each
stream/PCAP listing forming columns of information in the panel. This section provides a brief
definition of the information provided in each column.
Overview of the informational fields in the Play Control main panel.
Item or Field Name
Button/Action
Description
A. Status &
Configuration
Click on this icon
Provides a window showing IP stream/PCAP status
and configuration information
B. Configuration
Menu Select
Click on this
icon
Provides a menu with configuration settings to define
the output IP/PCAP stream and IP address
C. Output Control
Pause -click on
icon to Pause
Play – click on
icon to start output
Indicates IP/PCAP stream as playing or paused.
Click on icon to pause or play. When paused, the
current location of the stream or PCAP is
maintained.
D. Stop Control
Click on icon to
stop IP/PCAP output
Stops a playing or looping IP/PCAP output. Click on
play icon to restart – restarts at file starting point.
E. Stream name or
alias
Not selectable, No
action
Shows a default output IP/PCAP stream name. See
section xx for naming streams.
F. TS/PCAP File
name
Double click to
browse/select
different file
Indicates the current selected play file.
G. Stream
configuration
Click on icon to
open configuration
Provides convenient overview of stream playout
status, some critical settings, and provides some
control features. See section 4.6 for details.
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menu
H. Play Status
Not selectable
Indicates a stream is playing or active. Indicates play
position/time within the start-to-end duration time
span. Visual blue highlight indicates stream
progress.
I. IP Address/Port
Not selectable
Indicates the destination IP address and port
J. Delete icon
Click to delete
stream or PCAP
Removes a IP/PCAP stream from the play listings
and Ethernet output
K. Total Port Bitrate
Indication
Not selectable, view
only
Indicates accumulative Ethernet port bitrate of the
addition of all playing TS streams and PCAP files
L. Bitrate Indication
Not selectable, view
only
Indicates bitrate of the individual stream to the
Ethernet port
M. Status Indicator
Indicates status of output:
Gray: Inactive – stopped or paused
Green: Good playback output condition
Red: Fault condition
4.3 Player - Adding a Transport Stream
To create a new IP stream output requires that you select a play file and define its output
parameters. To create or add a playing stream, click on the icon. Note that this
selection is available for each of the Physical Connector Ethernet ports of your TSS 6220. Select
the icon in the section corresponding to the Ethernet port in which you want the
output to stream.
The Play Control Panel is simplified for viewing with a Hide/Show streams feature for each
Physical Connector eth section. To show all the streams outputting to an Ethernet port click on
the Show/Hide icon .
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4.3.1 Add Transport Stream - General Configuration
Upon clicking on the icon, the Add
Transport Stream menu opens. This menu contains 3
selection tabs which provide menus for defining the
transport IP stream. By default, the General tab is selected
providing some common selections to configure the output.
The General configuration menu provides selections
defining the output IP stream and IP destination address
and ports. This section provides an overview of the
configuration fields.
The first step is to select a source file for playout. Click on
the Browse field and navigate to the file you wish to select
for playout. Select the file and open it. It will populate the
Source listing with your file name. In the Stream section of
the menu, click on the Alias field and enter an alias name, if desired. This is not required as the
application automatically assigns a name as an incrementing stream number.
If you want the playing stream upon reaching the ending point to loop back to the start and
continue playing out, click on the dropdown arrow in the Looping field. Select “Enabled” if you
want the looping feature active. When looping is enabled the Seamless Looping field becomes
available to configure. Set this field to “Enabled” if you want the TSS 6220 to properly seam
the ending point with the beginning point of the stream. With this enabled the TSS 6220 corrects
PCR discontinuities and continuity count values.
Define the IP parameters in the IP section. Verify that the Physical Connector field indicates the
desired Ethernet port. If not, select the Ethernet port you wish to output the stream. Enter the
Destination IP and the Destination Port values. Click on the Destination IP field and enter the
destination address. Click on the Destination Port field and enter a Destination Port. Click on the
Apply box to add the stream to the Playout Control Panel under the respective Ethernet port.
Add Transport Stream – Summary of General Tab Settings
Setting
Range
Description
Stream - Alias
Value and or Letter
Entry
Provides entry to name or assign alias to identify a
stream. If no name is entered, the TSS 6220
assigns an incrementing stream number
Stream - Looping
Enabled
Disabled
Turns on the looping function in which the file plays
to the end and then loops back and starts playing
from the start again. When disabled, the stream
stops when it reaches the end of the file
Seamless
Looping
Enabled
Disabled
Enabled: Provides corrections to PCR values and
PAT/PMT table continuity counts so as to appear to
the receiver as a continuous uninterrupted stream.
Source
Not selectable
Indicates “No Source” when no file has been
selected. Indicates the selected file name when a
file is opened.
Browse
Click on field to
access stream files in
library
Provides navigation to browse to available stream
and PCAP files for selection.
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