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EVS XT[2] User Manual

EVS XT[2]
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Technical Reference
Hardware
Version 10.03 - July 2010
Production & Playout Server

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EVS XT[2] Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeServer
Video StandardHD
AudioEmbedded
Input/OutputSDI, AES/EBU, Analog
StorageInternal
Supported CodecsXDCAM HD, AVC-Intra
Network InterfacesGigabit Ethernet
NetworkingEthernet
ConnectivitySDI, Ethernet
Control InterfacesEthernet
Power SupplyRedundant power supply
WeightApproximately 25 kg
ModelEVS XT[2]

Summary

COPYRIGHT

DISCLAIMER

Information furnished for informational use only, subject to change without notice. EVS is not responsible for inaccuracies.

IMPROVEMENT REQUESTS

Encourages user feedback for documentation improvement. Reports of errors or inaccuracies can be sent via email.

WHAT'S NEW

Updated Section for Multicam Version 10.03

Highlights sections updated to reflect new and updated features for Multicam version 10.03.

1. OVERVIEW

1.1 XT[2] HIGH-RESOLUTION SERVER

Description of the XT[2] server for high-resolution applications with third-party controllers and EVS applications.

1.2 XT[2] PROXY SERVER

Details on using the XT[2] server as a low-resolution proxy server for browsing purposes.

1.3 UNPACKING

Instructions for checking equipment upon receipt for damage and completeness.

1.4 DIMENSIONS

Provides physical dimensions for various components of the XT[2] system.

1.4.1 VIDEO DISK RECORDER MAIN FRAME 19 INCHES

Specifications for the 19-inch rack mountable Video Disk Recorder Main Frame.

1.4.2 XT-HDX

Details and dimensions for the XT-HDX component.

1.4.3 REMOTE CONTROL PANEL

Specifications for the XT[2] Remote Control Panel.

1.4.4 10" TOUCH SCREEN VIDEO MONITOR

Specifications for the 10-inch touch screen video monitor.

1.4.5 18" TOUCH SCREEN VIDEO MONITOR

Specifications for the 18-inch touch screen video monitor.

1.4.6 KEYBOARD

Specifications for the keyboard used with the XT[2] system.

1.4.7 TABLET

Specifications for the tablet device used with the XT[2] system.

1.5 INSTALLATION

Instructions for initial installation and board checks within the Video Disk Recorder unit.

1.6 SAFETY, COMPLIANCE AND OPERATING CONDITIONS

Covers safety, compliance standards, and operating environment requirements for the equipment.

1.6.1 SAFETY

Details safety requirements and certifications met by the equipment.

1.6.2 EMC STANDARDS

Lists Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standards the equipment complies with.

1.6.3 EMC WARNING

Provides warnings regarding modifications that could void compliance and potential interference.

1.6.4 CE MARKING

Explains the meaning and directives indicated by the CE marking on the product.

1.6.5 POWER SUPPLY

Information on power supply connections, types, and environmental conditions.

SECONDARY POWER SUPPLY

Details on optional secondary power supplies for cold swap and hot swap configurations.

GROUNDING

Emphasizes the importance of proper grounding for electrical safety.

1.7 VENTILATION & RACK MOUNTING

Guidelines for adequate ventilation and proper rack mounting procedures.

1.8 HARDWARE CONSUMPTION

Table detailing hardware consumption figures for various XT[2] configurations.

1.9 XT[2] SERVER MAIN SPECIFICATIONS

Provides detailed specifications for the XT[2] server's video and audio capabilities.

1.9.1 VIDEO

Technical specifications related to video formats, interfaces, channels, and reference signals.

1.9.2 AUDIO

Specifications for audio input/output channels, processing, and embedded audio.

1.9.3 VIDEO CODECS & BITRATES

Details supported video codecs, bitrates, and encoding options for the XT[2] server.

1.9.4 RECORDING CAPACITY FOR XT[2] SERVERS

Shows recording capacity in hours for different drive arrangements and bitrates.

1.9.5 SUPPORTED SMPTE STANDARDS

Lists the various SMPTE standards supported by the XT[2] server.

1.9.6 MAXIMUM BITRATE VALUES

Defines maximum bitrate values for simultaneous playback on XT[2] servers.

1.9.7 AVID DNxHD ® AND APPLE PRORES 422

Information on Avid DNxHD and Apple ProRes codecs integration and compatibility.

CHOICES OF BITRATES WHEN USING AVID DNxHD® OR APPLE PRORES 422 WITH EVS XT[2] SERVERS

Guide to understanding bitrate tables for Avid DNxHD and Apple ProRes on XT[2] servers.

2. CABLING

2.1 XT[2] 6U BACK PLANE, MULTICAM MODE

Diagram and details of the 6U back plane for the XT[2] in Multicam mode.

2.2 XT[2] 4U BACK PLANE

Overview of the XT[2] 4U back plane configurations.

2.2.1 (XT[2]H-4-A3) SHOWN WITH OPTIONAL AES ON BNC CONNECTOR OPTION

Details the 4U back plane with optional AES on BNC connector.

2.2.2 (XT[2]H-4-A3B) SHOWN WITH OPTIONAL AES ON MULTI-PIN CONNECTOR OPTION

Details the 4U back plane with optional AES on multi-pin connector.

2.3 GPI IN CONNECTIONS

Information on connecting GPI inputs to the XT server.

2.3.1 RELAY → OPTO INPUTS ON THE XT SERVER (GPI INPUTS 1, 2, 3, 4)

Wiring for Relay to Opto Inputs (GPI 1-4) on the XT server.

2.3.2 RELAY → TTL INPUTS ON THE XT SERVER (GPI INPUTS 5, 6, 7, 8)

Wiring for Relay to TTL Inputs (GPI 5-8) on the XT server.

2.3.3 TTL → TTL INPUTS ON THE XT SERVER (GPI INPUT 5, 6, 7, 8)

Wiring for TTL to TTL Inputs (GPI 5-8) on the XT server.

2.4 GPI OUT SETTINGS

Defines functions, types, and settings for GPI outputs.

2.5 MTPC GPIO CONNECTOR 15/10/02

Details the MTPC GPIO connector and its pin assignments.

2.5.1 GPIO CONNECTOR: SUB-D 25-PINS MALE

Pinout description for the SUB-D 25-pins male GPIO connector.

2.5.2 GPIO HARDWARE SPECIFICATION

Hardware specifications for Relay outputs, Opto inputs, and CMOS I/O.

2.6 RS422 CONNECTOR

Pinout and technical specifications for the RS422 connector.

2.7 AUDIO CONFIGURATIONS

Information on internal audio modules and pin assignments for audio connectors.

2.7.1 CODA FOR XT[2]

Details the internal audio module with AES/EBU and Analogue Balanced capabilities.

2.7.2 PIN ASSIGNMENT ON SUB-DB15 CONNECTORS

Pin assignment details for AES and Analogue DB15 connectors.

2.8 CONNECTING MULTIPLE EVS VIDEO SERVERS ON XNET

Guide to connecting multiple EVS video servers on the XNet network.

2.8.1 CONNECTION DIAGRAM WITHOUT EVS XHUB SDTI HUB

Diagram illustrating network connectivity without an EVS XHub SDTI hub.

2.8.2 CONNECTION DIAGRAM WITH EVS XHUB SDTI HUB

Diagram illustrating network connectivity with an EVS XHub SDTI hub.

2.8.3 REQUIRED CONDITIONS TO SET UP AND RUN XNET

Essential conditions and parameters for setting up and operating the XNet network.

2.8.4 STARTING XNET

Step-by-step guide for starting and establishing the XNet network connection.

2.8.5 XNET PERFORMANCES & TROUBLESHOOTING

Discusses XNet performance metrics and common troubleshooting scenarios.

2.9 GIGABIT NETWORK

2.9.1 FUNCTIONAL OVERVIEW

Explains the function of the Gigabit connection for transferring video and audio to external systems.

2.9.2 BACKUP OF CLIPS

Describes the process of backing up clips from an XT[2] server using the Gigabit connection.

2.9.3 RESTORE OF CLIPS

Details the methods for restoring clips to an XT[2] server via the Gigabit connection.

2.9.4 SWITCHES

Information on supported switches for Gigabit Ethernet networks.

SUPPORTED SWITCHES

Lists and describes switches validated for use with EVS Gigabit Ethernet workflows.

COMPARISON

Comparison of different Gigabit switches based on features and setup requirements.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Provides supplementary information regarding switch features and compatibility.

2.10 REDUNDANT IPDP SERIAL LINK

Explains the mechanism for redundant IPDirector serial links for failover.

3. HARDWARE DESCRIPTION

3.1 BOARDS AND SLOT CONFIGURATIONS

Details the boards and their slot configurations for 6U and 4U frames.

3.1.1 6U FRAME

Slot configurations for the XT[2] 6U frame.

3.1.2 4U FRAME

Slot configurations for the XT[2] 4U frame.

3.2 VIDEO AND REFERENCE BOARDS

Description of video and reference boards, including the COHX board.

3.2.1 COHX BOARD

Detailed description of the COHX board, its modules, and versions.

JUMPERS ON THE COHX BASE MODULE

Explanation of jumper settings on the COHX base module.

LEDS ON THE COHX BASE MODULE WITH GENLOCK

Description of LEDs on the COHX base module with genlock functionality.

LEDS ON THE COD A AND COD B MODULES (FROM LEFT TO RIGHT)

LED indicators for CPU, PLAY, PVID, and TF status on COD modules.

CONNECTORS ON THE COD A AND COD B MODULES

Details the connectors on the COD A and COD B modules for SD and HD modes.

CHANNEL ASSIGNMENT

Diagrams showing channel assignments for 2-ch, 4-ch, and 6-ch XT[2] servers.

2-ch XT[2] Server

Channel assignment mapping for the 2-channel XT[2] server configuration.

4-ch XT[2] Server

Channel assignment mapping for the 4-channel XT[2] server configuration.

6-ch XT[2] Server

Channel assignment mapping for the 6-channel XT[2] server configuration.

3.3 AUDIO CODEC BOARD

Description of the Audio Codec board as an interface between COHX and HCTX boards.

LED INFORMATION AND CONNECTOR

Explanation of LED indicators and connectors on the Audio Codec board.

3.4 RAID CONTROLLER BOARDS

Overview of RAID controller boards, including HCTX and RCTL boards.

3.4.1 HCTX BOARD

Detailed description of the HCTX board, its modules, and jumper settings.

JUMPERS

Instructions for setting jumpers on the HCTX board controller module.

LEDS

Description of LEDs on the XNet, CTL, and GBE modules of the HCTX board.

CONNECTORS

Details the SDTI and Gigabit Ethernet connectors on the HCTX board.

GIGABIT CONNECTORS

Information on Gigabit connectors requiring Jumbo Frames support.

3.4.2 RCTL BOARD ON DISK ARRAY (WITH HCTX)

Description of the RCTL board controller on disk arrays with HCTX boards.

LEDS

Explanation of LED status indicators on the RCTL board and disk canisters.

3.4.3 EXTERNAL RAID ARRAY XT-HDX FOR XT[2] SERVER

Information on the XT-HDX external disk storage, its connection, and requirements.

INSTALLATION AND OPERATION

Steps for installing and operating the XT-HDX with the XT[2] server.

DISK ORGANIZATION

Description of how disks are organized within the XT-HDX into 3 RAIDs of 5 disks.

LED STATUS

Explanation of LED status indicators on disk canisters and the XT-HDX rack.

LEDs at the Back of the XT-HDX Rack

Details the LED status for device operational and error conditions.

HOW TO REPLACE A DISK

Procedure for safely replacing a disk in the XT-HDX storage.

3.5 MTPC BOARD

Description of the MTPC board's function and types used in XT[2] servers.

3.5.1 INTRODUCTION

Overview of the MTPC board's role in controlling video hardware and peripherals.

3.5.2 A2/A3 AND A2/A4 BOARD

Details the A2/A3 and A2/A4 MTPC boards and their components.

MULTIVIEWER

Description of the multiviewer board option for XT[2] servers and its connectors.

LED INFORMATION

LED information for the multiviewer board.

BOARD CONFIGURATION

Explanation of board configuration jumpers for the multiviewer.

REMOTE RESET

Details the Remote Reset jumpers and their function for system reset.

3.5.3 MEMORY HOLE ACTIVATION

Information on memory hole activation and BIOS parameter adaptation.

REGIONAL CONTACTS

AMERICA (NORTH & LATIN)

Contact information for EVS offices in North and Latin America.

ASIA & PACIFIC

Contact information for EVS offices in the Asia and Pacific regions.

EUROPE, MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA

Contact information for EVS offices in Europe, Middle East, and Africa.

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