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Summary of Contents for 360 Systems V2000 Series
- Page 1 Model V2000 manual O P E R A T I O N S I M A G E S E R V E R 2 0 0 0...
- Page 2 For use with Software Version 1.16 Image Server Model V-2000 June 2004 Copyright © 2003-2004, 360 Systems. All rights reserved. Printed in the United States of America.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
™ Contents Preface ____________________________________________________________ 1 Software and Operations Manual Revisions.........1 Safety Notices_______________________________________________________ 2 Safety Terms and Symbols ............2 General Safety Caution...............2 Personal Injury Precautions............2 Introduction ________________________________________________________ 5 Key Features and Benefits Applications for Image Server 2000 Available Models and Options Installation ________________________________________________________ 13 Unpacking Package Contents..............13... - Page 4 Basic Operations ___________________________________________________ 21 The Image Server Desktop Launching the On-Screen Program..........21 Shutting Down Image Server.............21 Keyboard Shortcuts ..............22 On-Screen Main Menu Bar File..................23 Transport .................23 Configuring the Image Server 2000 ...........23 Playlists ...................23 Window Arrangement..............23 About ..................24 Clip Transport Window Menus ..................25 The Status Bar................29 Transport Controls..............29...
- Page 5 Automation Control_________________________________________________ 51 Remote Serial Control Controller Priority ..............51 Communication Protocol Setup VDCP Options.................52 Communication Port Parameters..........53 Tested Automation Controllers Seamless Playlists..............54 System Configuration________________________________________________ 55 System..................55 Date/Time................55 Channels .................55 System Config Options Timing Tab ................56 Channel Configuration Input Configuration ..............61 Output Configuration ...............64 Hard Disk RAID Array _______________________________________________ 65 About RAID 5 ................65...
- Page 6 Copyright Reminder..............87 Regulatory Certificates and Compliance Safety ..................88 Laser Compliance..............88 Laser Safety................88 Radio Interference Compliance ..........88 360 Systems Warranty _______________________________________________ 90 Limited Warranty ..............90 End User License Agreement __________________________________________ 91 For IMAGE SERVER 2000™ Software Appendix A ________________________________________________________ 93 Connector Specifications Audio XLR-3 Connector Pinout ..........93...
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Page 7: Preface
The title page of an Operations Manual indicates its revision number, which should always match the software revision of an Image Server with which it is used. Operations Manuals for the most recent revision may be downloaded from 360 Systems’ web site, or purchased from 360 Systems Customer Service. -
Page 8: Safety Notices
Only qualified personnel should perform installation and service. Refer to appropriate sections of this product manual for instruction. Contact 360 Systems Customer Support for further explanation, or to clarify any uncertainty. Disconnect the power cord before removing the cover. - Page 9 Product Damage Precautions Image Server recorders contain hard disk drives and other fragile electronic and mechanical devices. While this product is very reliable, it is still vulnerable to shock. Handle it with care, and exercise caution not to drop or bang the server as damage to internal components may result.
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Page 11: Introduction
INTRODUCTION 360 Systems’ new Image Server 2000™ is a multi-stream video recorder/server designed for television broadcast and production. It can play three independent video streams at once, and stores up to 100 hours of MPEG-2 video, with four audio channels per video stream, in just 3½” of rack space. - Page 12 VDCP and Odetics® protocols and provide a 9-pin control input port for each server channel, for maximum flexibility. 360 Systems’ Automation Partners provide controllers for applications ranging from low-cost systems for public access and educational programming, up to large-scale broadcast solutions.
- Page 13 XLR connectors make more channels possible in digital format.) 360 Systems brings over 30 years experience in broadcast and pro-audio to the audio design of the Image Server 2000. It utilizes a 24-bit word, and delivers a 20 dB improvement in SNR (10 times) compared with older 16-bit audio systems.
- Page 14 Reliability Counts 360 Systems has 30 years’ experience manufacturing equipment for television broadcast and other critical industries. We understand quality and reliability, and we’ve paid close attention to design issues like power, cooling, and protecting stored data. We’ve also included alarms on key server components.
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Page 15: Key Features And Benefits
Key Features and Benefits The Image Server is designed from the ground up to deliver outstanding performance and value in a multi-channel MPEG-2 server. Three video outputs with analog, digital, and Gigabit Ethernet interfaces make it an excellent choice for the next-generation plant. •... -
Page 16: Applications For Image Server 2000
Applications for Image Server 2000 Video servers add value to a wide variety of applications in broadcasting, cable distribution, video production, theme parks and sports venues. Many of these tasks are impractical with videotape because of its slow response; in contrast, the video server provides immediate access to any video source and lends a spontaneous appearance to broadcasts and live events. -
Page 17: Available Models And Options
Image Server 2000 or ordered as an option for new servers. Maintenance Spares 360 Systems’ is committed to keeping your Image Server 2000 on air. The server contains hard disk drives and other fragile electronic devices; and while it is designed to be very reliable, having spare parts on hand in the event of a fault is a good practice. - Page 18 Optional Accessories RC-235 Infrared Keyboard The RC-235 wireless keyboard is designed for remote control of the Image Server from a distance of 25 feet. The absence of a connecting cord makes it convenient to set the RC-235 aside when not needed. The infrared receiver plugs into the Image Server 2000 keyboard jack, and may be positioned for best pickup from the keyboard.
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Page 19: Installation
There must be at least two inches (50mm) of space between the product and outer container. • The corners of the product must be protected. Package Contents Confirm that all items on the packing list have been received. Contact 360 Systems if any item is missing. • Image Server 2000 Video Recorder/Server •... -
Page 20: Rack Mounting
Rack Mounting Refer to instructions packaged with the Rack Mount Hardware Kit for specific installation information. Note: If you plan to use digital audio, be sure to change the configuration of the Analog/Digital Audio Jumpers inside the unit before mounting the Image Server in a rack. The jumpers are factory set to the Analog audio position. -
Page 21: The Image Server 2000 Hardware Interface
THE IMAGE SERVER 2000 HARDWARE INTERFACE Front Panel Features Power ON/OFF button The blue front panel button initiates start-up and shut-down of the Image Server. Press it momentarily to start the server. A sequence of start-up screens will appear, ending with the 3- channel graphic user interface. -
Page 23: Rear Panel Features
Rear Panel Features Video Inputs The Image Server provides a single video input channel. This channel includes separate BNC inputs for serial digital (“SDI” per SMPTE 259M) and analog video (CVBS) signals. The On- Screen graphic user interface allows selection between the two. Encoding to MPEG-2 format is performed within the server. -
Page 24: Analog/Digital Audio Selection
Analog/Digital Audio Selection The following drawing illustrates jumper positions to select between analog or digital audio. Note that each output may be individually selected. As described earlier, when analog audio is selected, only two monaural channels are available, while selection of AES/EBU digital audio provides two stereo pairs, one on each XLR connector. -
Page 25: Gigabit Ethernet Ports
Gigabit Ethernet Ports Two Gigabit Ethernet ports (1000Base-T) are provided on the Image Server (NET 3, NET 4). These are primarily intended for network transfer of program content between video servers or network attached storage. GPI Control The Image Server provides six GPI inputs for control of machine functions, which appear on the 25-pin GPI connector. -
Page 26: Keyboard
Keyboard Attach the alphanumeric keyboard to the purple 5-pin KEYBD connector to control the server and manage clips with the On-Screen graphic user interface. Note that the server will only recognize the keyboard if it is attached before power up. Mouse A two-button scroll mouse is provided, and is required when using the On-Screen User Interface. -
Page 27: Basic Operations
34. Skip to page 36 to learn about playing a clip. 360 Systems has designed the On-Screen graphic user interface as a convenient way to manage server operations. With it, you can control basic operations such as recording and playout. You may also setup video and audio formats, assign remote control channels to video ports, and set up many other aspects of the machine. -
Page 28: Keyboard Shortcuts
seconds to force a power down. Wait 5 seconds, and then the system may be restarted with another press of this button. DO NOT use the rear panel power supply switch to shutdown the Image Server. Doing so may cause loss of unsaved data, and may require the RAID array to re-synchronize – a process that could take several hours. -
Page 29: File
File The File menu provides access to the Exit command. Exit Exits the On-Screen application. Transport Select a video channel from the list, then select Clip or Playlist from the dropdown menu to bring up the On-Screen control panel for that channel. Configuring the Image Server 2000 All user-configurable aspects of the Image Server are grouped below this menu. -
Page 30: About
Tile Arranges all open windows so that each is fully visible at the same time. This choice is especially useful with larger monitors. Close All Closes all open On-Screen windows. Note: Transport windows must be in the idle state to close. -
Page 31: Menus
Figure 4: Channel Transport Window Menus The following headings describe each clip window File menu: File The File menu provides six file-management choices. Columns can be sorted in ascending or descending order by clicking the column header bar to toggle the setting. The recording process begins with naming the new clip. - Page 32 Figure 5: File Dialog Box After entering a clip name, choose Create to create a new clip file. The Image Server will place itself in Record-Ready mode. If the server was previously in the Play-Ready mode, a brief pause will occur. The channel status message will report “Ready” and the REC button will become functional.
- Page 33 Track Attribute Recorded Track Video A 1/2 Audio Tracks 1 & 2 A 3/4 Audio Tracks 3 & 4 Closed Caption Figure 6: Selecting a Clip to Open Save The Save command saves a clip, including any new head trim or tail trim settings associated with it.
- Page 34 Clips created with the Save As feature are noted in the File List as having a duration equal to their play time, as defined by the In and Out-Marks. The sum of these durations may far exceed the anticipated recording time available on the disk array. However, these “virtual files”...
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Page 35: The Status Bar
2. Select a file to be deleted using the left mouse button. While holding the mouse button down, drag the mouse through other sequential files, highlighting all for deletion. Then press Delete. 3. Select the first file in a sequential list of files to be deleted. Press and hold the Shift key, then click on the last file in the list to be deleted. - Page 36 Current Time Code Display A large Time Code display indicates the current position in the active clip, measured from the Mark In point. When a clip is loaded to play, it will be cued at the Mark In point, which may also be the SOM if no Mark In point has been set.
- Page 37 Eject Button Eject unloads a clip. Playback, recording, or any other transport operation is terminated. Video will go to black. The clip is cleared from the channel. It is not necessary to eject a clip before loading another. Stop Button (Still) Stop pauses the current clip during Play, Fast-Forward, or Rewind.
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Page 38: Keyboard Shortcuts
This control plays the current clip in varispeed mode from 0 to ±2x (including a detent at ±1x). Because the shuttle control uses varispeed algorithms, even 1x varispeed may appear to occasionally skip frames. The Shuttle control slider works in three basic ways: Snap-Back to still, Hold Speed, and Mouse Wheel. -
Page 39: Recording
Recording Video recordings are made on the Image Server 2000 using the Channel 1 section of the On- Screen user interface, or your automation system. Channel 1 can also be used for playback when not recording. Setting up to Record The Image Server 2000 was designed for use in genlocked broadcast facilities. -
Page 40: Making A Recording
4. The Image Server can accept a video signal at either its composite video input, or its serial digital (SDI) input. Verify that the input to be used is currently active. This selection is performed from the Configuration option on the Main Menu bar. Select CONFIGURATION >... - Page 41 Figure 8: File Dialog Box 4. After a brief pause, the time code digits will appear and the server is in Record Ready mode. A recording can be started without further delay. 5. Click the RECORD button. It will turn red while recording. 6.
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Page 42: Playing A Clip
Playing a Clip Clips can be played on any of the three channels of the Image Server 2000, except that when Channel 1 is used for recording, it is not simultaneously available for playback. Setting up for Playback The Image Server 2000 was designed primarily for use in genlocked broadcast facilities. However, if it is being used for playback in a non-genlocked facility, its internal sync reference may be selected. - Page 43 Figure 9: Selecting a Clip to Open 5. Click PLAY to play the clip. 6. Click STOP at any time. 7. Additional clips can be played by following steps 3 through 5. Additional channel transport windows can be opened, and multiple clips can be played at the same time, each from its own Image Server output.
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Page 44: Editing A Clip
Editing a Clip The edit controls are activated with the Edit check box. This region contains a number of buttons that define the beginning and end of a selected region, plus their associated time code displays. Non-destructive Mark In and Mark Out trim points can be set to define a portion of the clip to be played. - Page 45 • Trim Mark In point from the keyboard: Use the mouse or keyboard arrows to move between fields. When a field is highlighted, enter a numeric value from the keyboard. • Trim Mark In point with up/down arrows: Use the mouse or keyboard arrows to move between fields.
- Page 46 Review Out Button The Review Out button ( –>| ) may be used to audition the Mark Out point without playing all the way through the clip. It will cue the clip to three seconds before the Mark Out point (or EOM, if no Mark Out Point exists) and then begin playback.
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Page 47: The Dv And Graphics Option
THE DV AND GRAPHICS OPTION The DV and Graphics Option is a software accessory that can be installed on any Image Server 2000. It extends the server’s capabilities to include direct import of DV-format video and TARGA graphics files over an Ethernet connection. It also supports playout of DV files in native format, and graphics files, including those with key and fill. -
Page 48: Ftp File Transfers
Graphics Option is present, then DV-format files contained in an MXF wrapper can also be imported or exported. 3XF - 360 Systems Proprietary (.3xf) This 360 Systems proprietary file format preceded MXF, and is supported when found but is no longer generated. Key/Fill Mode When the “Gang to Ch2”... -
Page 49: Still Frames
Note the underscore at the end of the key clip. When a clip is opened/cued on Channel 2, Image Server automatically looks for another clip with the same name, plus a trailing underscore. If the clip is found, it is loaded on Channel 3. Typically, the Channel 2 clip contains the “fill”... - Page 50 44 = Image Server 2000...
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Page 51: Playlisting
PLAYLISTING A playlist is a list of clips that play in the order they are arranged. Common uses are building a “commercial island”, or assembling the highlights of a sporting event. The Image Server 2000’s On-Screen user interface provides tools for creating, editing and saving playlists. This chapter covers three main playlist topics: building and editing, managing playlist files, and playing a playlist. -
Page 52: Inserting A Clip Within A Playlist
Total Playlist Time The window labeled TOTAL RUN TIME presents the cumulative time of all clips within a playlist. This time can be used to verify that a playlist is the correct length for its intended use. Inserting a Clip Within a Playlist New clips will be inserted below a highlighted name in the playlist. -
Page 53: Managing Playlist Files
Managing Playlist Files Naming and Saving a Playlist Select SAVE from the file menu, or click the SAVE tool. This will open a dialog box for naming the playlist. Enter a name of up to 32 characters, then click SAVE. The naming dialog box will close. -
Page 54: Selecting A Playlist For Playback
Figure 11: Playlist Transport Window Selecting a Playlist for Playback • From a Playlist Transport Menu Bar select FILE, then OPEN. A window showing all stored playlists will appear. (If a clip window was already open, opening a new playlist window will close the clip window.) •... -
Page 55: Playlisting Options
GPI Commands in Playlist Mode When running a playlist from the GUI, the effect of a GPI input signal depends upon the current state of the playlist. The following table describes each possible state, as well as the action resulting from asserting a GPI input signal: CUED PLAY STILL... - Page 56 50 = Image Server 2000...
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Page 57: Automation Control
AUTOMATION CONTROL The Image Server can be controlled by broadcast automation systems, instant replay panels, video editors, and many remote control devices. The server accepts VDCP or Odetics protocol commands generated by most automation systems on three 9-pin “D” connectors. To provide compatibility with simple controllers and push buttons, the server also provides GPI (contact closure) inputs, and programmable status outputs. -
Page 58: Vdcp Options
Figure 13: Communication Protocol Setup Window VDCP Options As illustrated in Figure 13, a number of check boxes are provided that control how the Image Server will respond to certain VDCP commands. Once set, these options remain selected when the server is turned off, and until changed by the user. Cue Shows 1st Frame Upon receiving a Cue With Data or a Play Cue command, the server will cue the clip then jog to and display the first frame of video. -
Page 59: Communication Port Parameters
The Image Server was designed to work with generic VDCP automation controllers; however, variations do exist between makes and models. The Image Server has been tested by 360 Systems and found to be compatible with the following controllers. This list is not comprehensive, and the inclusion or absence of a product does not indicate a preference for any make or model. -
Page 60: Seamless Playlists
Seamless Playlists The Image Server 2000 can play video with seamless transitions from all three of its outputs. (Earlier software versions had 2-channel modes and 3-channel modes; software upgrades now produce gap-free playback under all conditions.) A 10-frame pre-roll is required to allow the server time to access video data for playback. -
Page 61: System Configuration
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION The Image Server 2000 provides a wide range of configuration settings, so that its behavior can be tailored to a specific application. Each group of settings is associated with usage; generally, there are two types: System settings that configure the server in a global sense, and Channel settings that configure individual video channels. -
Page 62: System Config Options
System Config Options The Configure System dialog box contains several tabs that organize general machine settings. Timing Tab Select the Timing tab to configure the following parameters: System Parameter Value Video Sync Genlock, Internal Genlock Timing Lines: -4 to +12 Pels: -200 to +200 Output Mode 2- or 3-Channel... - Page 63 The front-panel Genlock indicator provides the following information: • If the external sync reference is good, the Genlock indicator will light. • If the external sync reference is bad, the Genlock indicator will blink. • If the internal reference is selected, the Genlock indicator will not light. Recording is not possible without an external Genlock reference.
- Page 64 Two drop-down menus provide independent function and channel assignments for each GPI input. Assignable functions include Play, Stop, Re-cue, Record, and Pause. Each may be mapped to Channel 1, Channel 2, Channel 3, Channels 1+2, Channels 2+3, or Channels 1+2+3. Figure 15: GPI Input Configuration Window 58 = Image Server 2000...
- Page 65 GPI Outputs, Programming Six GPI outputs are available for driving an LED or logic input. Outputs are open collector, active low. Two drop down menus provide independent function selection for each output. Available choices include Idle, Playing and Recording. Each of these states may be monitored for Channel 1, Channel 2, Channel 3, Channels 1+2, Channels 2+3, or Channels 1+2+3.
- Page 66 Time Code Type The Image Server 2000 uses drop frame time code for NTSC operations. Figure 17: Time Code Configuration Window 60 = Image Server 2000...
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Page 67: Channel Configuration
Channel Configuration Input channel configuration pertains to recording processes, which take place on Channel 1. Output configuration pertains to playback variables, and can be set individually for each of the three server channels. Changes made to recording parameters are recognized by the server the next time a clip is created (from the GUI, when FILE>NEW>CREATE is invoked). - Page 68 Figure 19: Channel 1 Input Configuration Window Input Source Select either CVBS (composite analog), or SDI (serial digital) for the input source. Track Arming The Image Server 2000 records video, audio and closed caption information as separate files that comprise a clip. Video is always recorded; select the additional sources you want to record.
- Page 69 Bit-for-Bit ® Recording & Playback The recording, storage, and playback of audio program material such as Dolby®-E, Dolby Digital (AC-3), or DTS® requires that upon playout the data stream be identical to the original. Do not use the audio sample rate converters when working with these encoded audio formats. The Image Server and a Dolby encoder must be supplied with the same genlock signal.
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Page 70: Output Configuration
Maximum Bit Rates The range of available bit rates depends upon the MPEG-2 profile selected. In Main Profile @ Main Level, the record bit rate ranges from 2 Mb/s to 15 Mb/s. When the 4:2:2 Profile is selected, the range extends from 2Mb/s to 50 Mb/s. Output Configuration Select a channel from the dropdown menu. -
Page 71: Hard Disk Raid Array
HARD DISK RAID ARRAY The Image Server 2000 employs an advanced ATA RAID controller to manage an array of four internal hard disks. This RAID-5 system increases the server’s performance; and by providing redundant storage, it minimizes the possibility of data loss should one of the drives fail. The Image Server 2000’s RAID controller brings a high level of reliability to ATA RAID through a new, switched architecture that exceeds the reliability of SCSI shared-bus storage systems. -
Page 72: Improved Write Performance
RAID Level 5: “Independent Access Array with Rotating Parity” High Data Reliability & Transfer Capacity DATA Disk Array Controller Array Management Software Provides Logical to Physical Mapping Physical Disk 0 Disk 1 Disk 2 Disk 3 Figure 21: RAID 5 Array Schematic Improved Write Performance The Image Server 2000™... - Page 73 A hard disk array must be repaired using exactly the same drive model and capacity as other drives in the array. Because the availability of particular hard drives is limited, 360 Systems recommends that maintenance spares be purchased at the same time as the Server.
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Page 74: Rebuilding A Degraded Array
Avoid performing a rebuild operation while the server is on air. If the degraded disk (identified via "Port #" in the RAID Status window) has a prior record of degrading, or has failed to properly rebuild in a prior attempt, 360 Systems recommends drive replacement. The following steps initiate a manual array rebuild: 1. - Page 75 Figure 24: Check Mark the Offline Drive 5. Click the checkbox on the Port of the degraded drive so that it is again selected. 6. Click the Add Drive button. 7. Click all of the Ports listed for the array (Figure 25). Figure 25: Check Mark All Drives in the Array 8.
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Page 76: Replacing Hard Drives
Figure 26: Monitor the Rebuilding Process This procedure should initiate the rebuild. If the rebuild does not initiate, or the rebuild begins, but subsequently fails, contact 360 Systems support for further RAID diagnostics and service procedures. NOTE: Though the RAID Status window states that the page is automatically updated every 5 minutes, it does not do so. -
Page 77: Networking
NETWORKING Apart from recording and playing program content through composite video and SDI connections, the Image Server 2000 can also act as an FTP server, delivering available program material across the room or across the country. Its dual Gigabit Ethernet ports are standard equipment, and provide reliable high-speed transfers at a cost much lower than Fibre Channel. -
Page 78: File Sizes Reported In Listing
Before Transfer (On Source Image Server) 00:00:00;00 01:22:18;04 CLIP-A.3xf 00:30:00;00 00:32:00;00 (IN POINT) (OUT POINT) After Transfer (On Target Image Server) 00:30:00;00 00:32:00;00 CLIP-A.3xf Figure 27: Result of network transfer File Sizes Reported in Listing The size of a clip reported in the file listing is the amount of video and audio data included between the In/Out points. -
Page 79: Ftp File Transfer
FTP File Transfer For standard FTP transfers, the Image Server 2000 will recognize the following file formats: TARGA (.tga) During transfer, the Image Server will split the TARGA file into a Fill frame and a Key (alpha) frame. These two frames will each be converted to MXF MPEG-2 files, one frame in length. DV Stream (.dv) These are ‘elementary’... -
Page 80: Gigabit Ethernet Hardware
Gigabit Ethernet Hardware Two Gigabit Ethernet connectors are located on a rear panel PCI card. These have no hardware settings, as Gigabit Ethernet automatically negotiates port speed. Connection speed is shown by LEDs on each network connector. The Gigabit ports automatically configure transmit and receive connections, and do not need “crossover”... -
Page 81: Configuring Image Server Network Settings
Configuring Image Server Network Settings The Image Server 2000 provides a number of user settings that configure it for use as a practical network. These will be found on the GUI System Network tab shown below. All Ethernet ports on the Image Server 2000 share the same IP Address. In this way, each Image Server can be identified on the network no matter which port(s) are used to make the connection. -
Page 82: Saving Network Configuration
Disable Networking Checkbox This selection turns the network OFF or ON. The default is ON, but can be turned off to deny access to/from the network for security purposes. Use DHCP Checkbox Enabling DHCP will configure the network interface automatically. If the DHCP box is not selected, the user may then manually enter assignments in the following windows: •... -
Page 83: Maintenance
POWER FLASHING indicates that there is a Shut down the Image Server and fault in the system power supply. contact 360 Systems Customer Support for further hardware diagnosis. FANS FLASHING indicates that there is a Check the chassis fan operation. -
Page 84: Rear Panel Indicators
Rear Panel Indicators 10/100 Ethernet Ports Two 10/100 Ethernet ports ( ) are provided on the Image Server 2000 system NET 1 NET 2 board. Each channel’s RJ-45 connector has integrated LED indicators to provide link status information. The operation of the indicators is described below. LED Color LED State Meaning... -
Page 85: Access To Components
Access to Components Be certain to shut down the Image Server, turn off the rear panel power switch and disconnect the power cord before opening the unit for service. The following sections provide instruction on disassembly and re-assembly for maintenance. The front panel is removed to access the internal CD-ROM drive (for system program updates), or to service the hard drives. -
Page 86: General Handling Precautions
General Handling Precautions ESD Precautions Observe electrostatic discharge (ESD) precautions to avoid damaging static-sensitive components when handling any PC card or disk drive. • When the case of your server is open and its internal parts are exposed, do not touch any internal part without first grounding yourself to the chassis. •... -
Page 87: Accessing The Motherboard
Accessing the Motherboard There are no user-configurable options to set on the main system board. If you suspect that the system board is not operating properly, consult with 360 Systems before proceeding. DO NOT undertake any repairs on the motherboard. -
Page 89: Audio Level Calibration
Audio Level Calibration The input gain and output gain of the analog audio circuits are factory calibrated to a +4 dBu standard. Each circuit includes a trim pot with a range of approximately ±2.5 dB. The following procedures may be used to calibrate these for unity gain. Each trim pot is located above the XLR connector with which it is associated. -
Page 90: Alternate Calibration Procedure
Alternate Calibration Procedure If the calibration test clip titled z1K_TONE is not found on the Image Server’s disk, it is still possible to accurately calibrate the audio channels. 1. Position the jumper block J5 and J6 for Channel 1 output to obtain a digital output. 2. -
Page 91: Program Updates Via Cd-Rom
The Image Server operating system and On-Screen User Interface programs can be updated by the user via the internal CD-ROM drive. Program updates will be made available by 360 Systems from time to time. The current software version may be determined by looking in the On-Screen program About box, or by pressing the F1 key. -
Page 92: Replacing A Hard Drive
Replacing a Hard Drive Generally, the only time that a hard drive should be removed from the disk array is when the Image Server 2000 diagnostic software identifies a permanent fault. In this case, the front panel DRIVES LED will blink. Use the hard disk management application to identify the specific fault. This application monitors many things about individual drives and the drive array, and will clearly indicate which drive has failed. -
Page 93: Notices
360 Systems. Send in your Warranty Card so 360 Systems can remain in contact with you. Mail or fax it to 360 Systems offices in the USA at the address given below. -
Page 94: Regulatory Certificates And Compliance
Regulatory Certificates and Compliance Safety Image Server was tested by Underwriters Laboratories and found to comply with the following safety standards: EN 60950, 3rd Edition, dated December 1, 2000, Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment, Including Electrical Business Equipment. Laser Compliance The CD-ROM device used in this product is a Class 1 certified laser product. - Page 95 It is suggested that the user use only shielded and grounded cables to ensure compliance with FCC Rules. FCC Emission Limits This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesirable operation.
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Page 96: 360 Systems Warranty
In the case of replacement, if the replacement for a defective product is no longer available, 360 Systems will replace it with a similar product or, if not available, a product of equal value. -
Page 97: End User License Agreement
For IMAGE SERVER 2000™ Software IMPORTANT THIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU (“YOU”) AND 360 SYSTEMS® (“COMPANY”). COMPANY IS WILLING TO LICENSE THE IMAGE SERVER 2000 SOFTWARE TO YOU ONLY UPON THE CONDITION THAT YOU ACCEPT ALL OF THE TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”). - Page 98 other applicable laws of the United States. You acknowledge that the Software design remains a confidential trade secret of Company. Failure to comply with the above restrictions will result in automatic termination of this license and will make available to Company other legal remedies. You may not disclose any of Company’s proprietary or trade secret information relating to the Software to any third party.
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Page 99: Connector Specifications
APPENDIX A Connector Specifications Audio XLR-3 Connector Pinout Signals appearing on the XLR connectors are determined by the setting of the internal Analog/Digital Audio Selection jumpers. BALANCED ANALOG AES/EBU DIGITAL SHIELD ( SHIELD ( FRAME GROUND FRAME GROUND " + " IGITAL "... -
Page 100: Gpi Connector
GPI Connector A General Purpose Interface (GPI) connector (DB-25-F) is provided on the rear panel. Its six inputs are optically isolated from the Image Server circuitry; individual floating input returns are provided. +5 volts may be sourced from pins 21 or 22, or provided from an external source. - Page 101 GPI/O (DB25-F) INTERNAL CIRCUITS GPI 1 GPI 1 RTN GPI 2 GPI 2 RTN GPI 3 GPI 3 RTN INPUTS GPI 4 GPI 4 RTN GPI 5 GPI 5 RTN GPI 6 GPI 6 RTN GPO 1 GPO 2 GPO 3 OUTPUTS GPO 4 GPO 5...
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Page 102: System Board Ports
64,000 colors. The refresh rate will auto-negotiate with the attached monitor to achieve the best available value. Use VESA compliant monitors. This resolution is best viewed on 17- inch or larger monitors. 360 Systems does not provide monitors for the server. SVGA Connector Pinout... -
Page 103: Serial Control Protocols
APPENDIX B Serial Control Protocols VDCP Command Table The Image Server 2000 responds to the following VDCP commands. Shaded areas indicate commands slated for future implementation. COMMAND FROM CONTROLLER RETURN FROM CONTROLLED DISK CMD-1 CMD-2 NAME CMD-1 CMD-2 NAME 0X / 8X Delete Protect ID 0X / 8X Undelete Protect ID... - Page 104 2X / AX Cue with Data 2X / AX Delete ID 2X / AX Record Init with Data Preset CMD-1 CMD-2 NAME CMD-1 CMD-2 NAME Open Port Grant/Denied 3X / BX Next List of ID's Port Status Request State Status Position Request Position 3X / BX...
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Page 105: P2 Serial Command Table
P2 Serial Command Table The Image Server 2000 command set includes most commands used in BVW tape machines. Commands not implemented include those for DMC operations, insert and assemble edits, audio split and in/out points, and those specifically related to tape as a medium. The server will return Device Type response 20.25 for BVW-75 (NTSC);... - Page 106 41.37 NPUT HECK 44.00 IMER RESET 44.04 RESET 44.31 RESET 41.33 ERVO EFERENCE ELECT IMER TATUS TATUS 71.2 OMMAND PEED ENSE 40.48 IDEO ELECT 40.49 IDEO ELECT URRENT ENSE = 10.01 =11.12.xx 100 = Image Server 2000...
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Page 107: Odetics Protocol
Odetics Protocol Odetics serial protocol is an extension of P2 tape machine control protocol. Among its most significant features is the selection of a file by name rather than by time-code location, as with P2. Odetics protocol is used by many table-top controllers, and some automation systems. Its implementation in the Image Server 2000 appears in the following table. - Page 108 4X00 IMER RESET 4X04 RESET 4008 IMER ESET 4010 NTRY 4011 NTRY 4X14 RESET 4X15 RESET 4018 HIFT 4019 HIFT INUS 401A HIFT 401B HIFT INUS 4020 ESET 4021 ESET 402D ESET 4X30 RESET OMMAND HAS NO EFFECT 4X31 ROLL RESET 4X32 ELECT...
- Page 109 TC D 0X7809 URRENT ENSE LTC T 0X7414 ORRECTED VITC T 0X7406 0X7400 IMER LTC D 0X7415 VITC D 0X7416 6010 0X7410 6011 0X7411 6012 6013 6020 0X7420 TATUS 6X23 0X7423 IGNAL ONTROL 602E 0X712E OMMAND PEED 602F 0X712F PEED 6X30 RESET 6031...
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Page 110: Technical Specifications
APPENDIX C Technical Specifications Video Inputs Outputs Three at 25 Mb/sec or less; two at 50 Mb/sec Analog video I/O Composite, 75Ω BNC Digital video I/O SDI, SMPTE 259M, 75Ω BNC Video standards 525/60 NTSC, 625/50 PAL (model dependent) MPEG recording formats MPEG-2: 4:2:2 Profile @ Main Level to 50 Mb/s MPEG-2: Main Profile @ Main Level to 15 Mb/s (4:2:0 or 4:1:1) DV playback format... - Page 111 VITC line number, NTSC Field 1: Lines 14, 16; Field 2: Lines 277, 279 VITC line number, PAL Field 1: Lines 19, 21; Field 2: Lines 332, 334 Time code window burn Displays time code window on CVBS Output 1 (optional) Closed Captions Closed Captions Records and plays CC data per EIA-608B...
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Page 112: Keyboard Shortcuts
Keyboard Shortcuts Transport Control Edit Operations Forward at 4x, 16x, 64x, 128x Enter/Exit Edit Mode Pause (Stop) Capture Mark In Reverse at 4x, 16x, 64x, 128x Capture Mark Out Space Bar Shift+I Play Enter Mark In Time Shift+O Record Enter Mark Out Time Home Shift+R GoTo Head point... -
Page 113: Mechanical Drawing
APPENDIX D Mechanical Drawing 17.00 [432 mm] 19.00 [483 mm] Mechanical Drawing: Figure 31 Index = 107... -
Page 114: Index
INDEX Rew............31 Stop (Still)...........31 Calibration Audio Level..........81 Cascade Windows........23, 24 CD-ROM ............83 CD-ROM Drive..........13 360 Systems Channel Status Bar ..........29 Customer Service........85 Channels Menu.........23, 53 E-mail ............85 Clip Fax ............85 Exit.............29 Telephone..........85 Open............26 Website ............. 85 Save .............27, 28... - Page 115 DV Stream Files..........71 Audio A/D Selection ........17 Editing Audio I/O ...........16 Clip ............38 Connectors ...........15, 16 Playlist............44 Indicators............14 While Recording ........38 Models............10 E-E Mode............31 Mounting............13 Eject Button............ 31 Rear Panel ..........15, 16 Encode Mode ..........61 Video In .............16 Ethernet Cable ..........
- Page 116 MXF............... 69 RAID Network Card............79 Cable............72 Disk Array ..........63 Config Settings ........... 73 Fault Tolerance ...........63 DHCP............74 Performance ..........63 Manual DNS ..........74 Repair ............64 Redundancy..........72 Rear Panel Transfer Marked Segment......69 Drawing ..........15, 16 Transfer Rate ..........69 Features..........15, 16 Networking ............
- Page 117 Sub-Carrier Phase ........... 62 Transfer Rate SVGA Connector Pinout........94 Ethernet............69 Symbols Transport Menu..........23 Warning And Information ......2 Trouble Shooting....See Fault Diagnostics Sync Reference Variable Bit Rate ..........61 Genlock ............. 18 VDCP System Command Table .........95 Timing Tab..........54 Controllers..........51 System Board Ports .........