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HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Version 2.0.7.2 – September 2021...
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EVS website on the following page: https://evs.com/contact/offices. User Manuals on EVS Website The latest version of the user manual, if any, and other user manuals on EVS products can be found on the EVS download center, on the following webpage: https://download-area.evs.com/en.
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 What’s New? The following list describes the sections updated to reflect the new and modified features on Dyvi. In this manual, the icon has been added in the left margin to highlight information on new and updated features.
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Dyvi Welcome to the EVS-Dyvi range of products and thank you for using a Dyvi production switcher. We will do our best to satisfy your video production needs and we look forward to continuing working with you.
Dyvi Licensing & Legal Usage All software delivered with Dyvi-devices is licensed only for that device on which it has been installed by the manufacturer. Copying or moving software or licenses between devices is strictly prohibited.
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Compliance Safety This equipment has been designed and tested to meet the requirements of the following: DIN EN 60950-1:2014-8; VDE 0805-1:2014-08 Information technology equipment - Safety - Part 1: General requirements (IEC 60950-1:2005, modified + Cor.:2006 + A1:2009, modified + A1:2009/Cor.:2012 + A2:2013, modified);...
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 DIN EN 61000-4-5:2007-06; VDE 0847-4-5:2007-06 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-5: Testing and measurement techniques - Surge immunity test (IEC 61000-4-5:2005); German version EN 61000-4-5:2006 DIN EN 61000-4-6:2014-08; VDE 0847-4-6:2014-08 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) - Part 4-6: Testing and measurement techniques - Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio- frequency fields (IEC 61000-4-6:2013);...
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: •...
Dyvi System Components and Modularity Overview General Description Dyvi is a modular live production system and is scalable for any size or type of production – from a small studio to a major live broadcasting event. The Dyvi devices are: •...
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Control Panel (CP) The Dyvi hard key Control Panel allows instant access to any kind of live production control. The buttons section organization, delegation and functionality is highly configurable. The basic Control Panel comes with a 24×8 control button matrix including 4 rows of related OLED displays and two transition sections, both consisting of buttons, knobs, one fader and one touch-screen GUI.
Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Graphical User Interface (GUI) The Dyvi Graphical User Interface consists of an off-the-shelf touch-screen PC running the Dyvi GUI application software. It is used to configure live production system setups and provides live monitoring and control support.
1 Control Panel • 1 Graphical User Interface • 1 or 2 Multiviewer Screen(s) (optional & not provided by EVS), fed by the Processing Module’s display ports. Figure: Examples of Dyvi operating interface configuration Dyvi System Components and Modularity Overview...
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Weight 18,3 kg (40,3 lbs) 5.1.2 Control Panel v1.1 “Desk Inserted” Model and Extensions Weight Extension Weight 9.7 kg (21 lb) 12.1 kg (26.6 lb) 14.5 kg (32 lb) 16.9 kg (37 lb) 19.3 kg (42.5 lb) Table: Weight of “Desk Inserted”...
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EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Main Panel – Top Main Panel – Bottom Main Panel – Perspective Hardware Specifications...
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Main Panel – Right Extension Panel – Top Extension Panel - Bottom Hardware Specifications...
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EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Extension Panel – Perspective Extension Panel – Left Extension Panel - Right Hardware Specifications...
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EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Multi-Function Module – Perspective Multi-Function Module - Right Hardware Specifications...
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Cut Out The following drawings provide the various table cut out dimensions in [mm]. Main Panel Extension Panel Multi-Function Module Hardware Specifications...
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 5.1.3 GUI PC Dimensions 1. Depth 6,3 cm (2,5 inch) │2. Width 57,5 cm (22,7 inch) │3. Height 39,3 cm (15,5 inch) Weight 7,74 kg (17.03 lbs) Note Above figures are valid for Dell OptiPlex 7480 All-in-One. Model of GUI PC is subject to change.
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Power Supply 5.2.1 Processing Module Redundant Power Supply The server is fitted with two auto switching and hot-swappable power supplies. The secondary hot-swappable power supply should be connected to the mains to share the load and to allow automatic power switching to one power supply in case one of the two should fail.
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 5.2.2 Control Panels and Extensions Redundant Power Supply The Control Panels are fitted with two auto switching and hot-swappable external power supplies. The secondary hot-swappable power supply should be connected to the mains to share the load and to allow automatic power switching to one power supply in case one of the two should fail.
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Connection to Pluggable equipment Type A (EN 60950 §1.2.5): supply Equipment which is intended for connection to the building power supply wiring via a non-industrial plug and socket-outlet or a non-industrial appliance coupler or both. Correct mains polarity must always be observed.
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 5.2.3 GUI PC Electrical Consumption Electrical specifications for the GUI PC: Data Type Voltage Value Maximal current 90 - 264 VAC 2,6 (Low AC range) – 1,3 A (High AC (full load)
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 5.3.2 Control Panels and Extensions Operating Temperature 5°C to + 35°C (32°F to 95°F) ambient with free air flow Relative humidity 20% to 90% (non- condensing) Cooling requirements No active cooling at ambient temperature lower than room temperature.
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Processing Module Installation and Cabling Rack Mounting Adequate ventilation is obviously required for optimum performance. As a result of this consideration, ensure that no other equipment is located close to the Processing Module that might increase the Processing Modules environmental temperature.
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Processing Module Front Panel Description PMY2-5D-3216 6.2.1 Front Panel The Processing Module is delivered with: • 1× System Disk (SSD1) • 1× RAM Recorder and Clips permanent storage (HDD2) 6.2.2 Front Control Panel Front Control Panel Functions Power Button This is a toggle button.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Front Control Panel Functions LAN 1 LED Activity LEDs for the LAN 1 and LAN 2 channel. LAN 2 LED SSD (OS) Activity Indicates Read or Write activities to hard disk drive.
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Processing Module Rear Panel Description – PMY2-5D-3216 SDI Rear Panel Overview Figure: Processing Module Rear Panel SDI 32 IN x 16 OUT 6.3.1 Standard Backplane Interfaces Motherboard and Power Supply Details Power Supplies The Processing Module has two redundant power Power Cord supplies.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 LAN 1 port (Dyvi LAN 1 is used for connecting Dyvi control devices control, external and IP control of external devices and protocols. controls) LAN 2 is used for IP control of external devices LAN 2 port and protocols.
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(SW 2.3.4 or over) BFE tally adapter GP-IO-32/Z1 LAN Table: Protocol and device distribution on LAN ports. Note For details on Dyvi control network configuration, please refer to section 10.2.2 of this manual. Processing Module Installation and Cabling...
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EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Note • IP based protocols (Ross Xpression, Intelligent Interface) are configured by the Dyvi GUI. • On how to operate Dyvi GUI, please, refer to the User Manual. Processing Module Installation and Cabling...
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 6.3.2 SDI I/O Board v2.2 (allowing 32×16 per PM) Schemas The I/O board has 8 inputs and 4 outputs with analog reference. Figure: SDI I/O 8×4 Board Configuration 32 SDI Inputs / 16 SDI Output:...
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EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Video Input/Output Standards • 1080p50/59.94 • 1080i50/59.94 • 720p50/59.94. Analog Reference Input (Ref) • SMPTE-170M / SMPTE-318M / ITU624-4 (Black Burst) • SMPTE-274M / SMPTE-296M (Tri Level Sync) Note The Ref Signal applied must match the system’s video reference configuration.
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By default, analog REF input signal (Black Burst or Tri-Level Sync) is used as video reference source. • For details on how to build up Dyvi ‘Productions’ refer to the Dyvi User Manual. • Video Reference Source can be changed via the Supervisor web interface.
Figure: The Processing Option has two display connectors: two Display Ports. In a Dyvi production, two multiviewer screens can be defined to be generated and configured. The first multiviewer must be connected to display port 1 and the second to display port 2. Order and layout of multiviewers can be changed in Dyvi GUI.
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Note The Frame-Lock connectors are not used in the Dyvi application. From the Status LEDs only the right/bottom one is used in the Dyvi application. It indicates the following: Note • The Display Monitors connected to the display ports have to support progressive video standards (e.g.
Longer distances of 100 – 150 meters can be reached using HDMI – SDI – HDMI converters in between. For more details please contact your EVS Technical Support. 6.3.4 Network Card – Supported New PM...
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Network Cabling Examples One Single Processing Module (Topology: none) In this topology the 100 GigE connectors are not used at all. Two Processing Modules, stacked local (Topology: Direct-2) In the topology Direct-2, two Processing Modules are connected with one QSFP28 to QSFP28 cable.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Figure: Direct-3 cabling scheme Figure: QSFP28 Twinax cable Note The Device-ID identifies the role of a processing module within a cluster (PM-Main or PM-Extension). For details on how to set Device-IDs, refer to section 11.2.3.
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Figure: Example of Switch-100G cabling scheme Figure: QSFP28 Twinax cable Processing Module Installation and Cabling...
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Modules contributing to a Production Cluster (those which have the same Cluster ID). • For proper network settings and validated devices, please refer to the limited version of the EVS Network Design Guide. • For support on network switches and their configuration, contact your EVS Technical Support.
For redundant power mode, two external power supplies are needed. To ensure reliable operation only use original power supplies as delivered with Dyvi Control Panel. 7.1.2 Ethernet Switch The Control Panel has a built-in 5-Port GigE switch, each capable of 10/100/1000 Mbps via RJ-45 connector.
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 7.1.3 Panel LAN Interface The Control Panel has a 1 GigE RJ-45 Ethernet interface connected to the panel single board computer. That port has to be connected with an Ethernet cable to the Control Panel integrated network switch.
TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Control Panel Configuration 7.2.1 Changing the Control Panel Background Image Setting a Custom Background Image To replace the original Control Panel background image with a custom image, proceed as follows: 1. Save the new image file as custom.png.
The GUI does not have a supervisor implementation yet. This subsection describes the alternative ways to access the related settings. GUI PC Minimum Requirements Before installing the Dyvi licensed software, you should check that your PC meets the following minimum requirements: CPU: 15-core RAM: 16GB Storage: Class 35 SSD - 256GB OS: Windows 10 64bit.
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 5. Select the destination folder (e.g. C:\Program Files\DYVI\GUI). 6. Confirm the full installation with Next. 7. Select additional tasks for the installation wizard, and click Next. GUI Installation and Configuration...
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EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 GUI Installation and Configuration...
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 8. Click on Install to start the installation. 9. Wait until the installation process is done. 10. Click Finish to exit the installation. GUI Installation and Configuration...
Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Network Configuration 8.3.1 Network Settings Network is configured when a Dyvi system is delivered. Network setting is required for instance when a customer wants to change the IP address. To access the network settings, proceed as follows: 1.
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) and click on Properties. 5. Change/Verify the Network Settings. o IP address o Subnet mask o Default gateway 6. Validate your changes by clicking OK. GUI Installation and Configuration...
To reset or shut down the GUI, proceed as follows: 1. Click the Windows Start button. 2. Select the Power button. 3. Select the Restart or Shutdown function. Launch the Dyvi GUI To launch the Dyvi GUI, double click on the Dyvi GUI desktop icon. GUI Installation and Configuration...
1. Close or minimize the GUI software. 2. Open the Windows Explorer and browse for the following directory: C:\Program Files\DYVI\GUI. 3. Right-click the log folder and select 7-Zip > Add to “log.zip”. 4. Send the log.zip file to the EVS support service. GUI Installation and Configuration...
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Networks Introduction There is a requirement within Dyvi to define the various types of Networks we use as separate entities. The Networks can be named as: • the ‘Control Network’ for Panel / GUI connectivity and third-party device control;...
100.10.1.91 • GUI 100.10.1.92 Configuring a new Dyvi System starts with connecting a web browser to a certain Dyvi-Device by browsing the related network address. Network management needs to be executed on each Processing Module, Control Panel and GUI to ensure reliable operation.
Main Window. 10.2 Processing Module 10.2.1 Managing the Network To manage the network on a Dyvi Processing Module, proceed as follows: 1. Establish a network connection between your browsing Device and one (the first) Dyvi Processing Module’s LAN1 connector.
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Supervisor: Devices overview (Main Window) The left side of the Devices menu shows the Processing Module with its Device Name and the current control IP address. The right side shows the Processing Module’s relevant preset summary.
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 10.2.2 Network Settings The Networks settings can be modified by selecting the Network Settings button in the Devices menu. The page content is divided into 3 groups: General Settings, Network Adapter 1 Settings and Network Adapter 2 Settings.
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Description IP-Address Use the IP-Address button to set a unique IP address from the same range with Dyvi Control Panel and GUI. This port is used to connect Dyvi Control Panel, GUI and external IP controlled devices. Netmask Use the Netmask button to modify the netmask.
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The Network Adapter 2 does not support a Gateway. Note For common rules on how to set network parameters please contact your network administrator or contact EVS Technical Support. While in the Devices menu, parameters changed are marked with an asterisk (*) sign and the Apply Settings button is marked with a yellow alert.
Device ID The Device ID enumerates the Processing Modules of a cluster, starting with Device-ID ‘1’. Device ID 1 has a special meaning in a Dyvi- Production, since it is the Main-Processing Module which is downstream to all the others PMs which are so called Extension Processing Modules.
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The Topology Setting must be identical for all Processing Modules contributing to a Production Cluster (those which have the same Cluster ID). • For proper network settings and validated devices please refer to the limited version of the EVS Network Design Guide. Supervisor...
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For the end users convenience, Device Name should be a unique logical name in ASCII. Following tables provide examples of rearranging 6 Processing Modules for 2 and 3 independent productions at one Dyvi-network: PM Device Name Cluster ID Unit Count...
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Example: 1 Dyvi Network, 6 PM, 3 Independent Productions Ember+ Server The Dyvi Ember+ server can be enabled on a Processing Module by activating the Ember+ Server checkbox in the Dyvi Cluster Settings. Ember+ based exchanges can be used for LAWO control system (VSM) integration.
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Note • To ensure better compatibility, productions using Ember+ protocol should be created from scratch using integrated “New production” tool. • Default Ember+ port = 9000. • LAWO/VSM SW version shall be minimum v2111. Low Res. Scale A low-resolution copy of every input is created for the multiviewer.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Note • This parameter affects only 1 PM systems with interlaced video. • For best performance of the system this box advised to be checked at all times. • On how to build Stages and Scenes, please, refer to the User Manual.
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Video Standard The Video Standard can be set when selecting the Video Standard button. Note • The Video Standard setting must be identical for all Processing Modules contributing to a Production Cluster (those which have the same Cluster-ID).
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 10.2.4 Reset Device To enter the Reset Device window select the Reset Device button in the Devices menu. Supervisor: Reset Device Reset and Shutdown To reset a device, proceed as follows: 1. Ensure the correct device you want to reset is labeled at the headline of the menu.
Time Settings menu. Press and hold the SHIFT key to enable the System Time button. Use the Apply button to take over the new time and date values of the Dyvi device identified in the Headline of the System Time menu.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 Supervisor: Set System Time window NTP Settings To enter the NTP Settings window select the NTP Settings button in the Time Settings menu. Supervisor: NTP Server window Press and hold the SHIFT key to enable the NTP Setting button. Enter the NTP server address and enable NTP function to confirm the NTP mode for the device.
On the Processing Module there are two disk partitions (Partition 1, Partition 2). Each of the partitions holds a complete and independent set of Dyvi Processing Module software. The partitions can be used to hold a backup-version software or to have different version for test and evaluation purposes.
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EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 The Software Update menu provides the following information: • It shows the software version installed on the two partitions. The current active partition is label with a sign (In the above example Partition 2 is active).
2. Press and hold down the SHIFT key and click the Log button to enter the Log menu. 3. Click on the Dyvi-Logs symbol in order to download the zipped log file. 4. Open your file browser and locate the downloaded file in the Download folder.
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 10.2.8 Bandwidth This window should only be used when instructed by the EVS support team. 10.2.9 Ping To enter the Ping window, press and hold down the Shift key and click the Ping button.
10.3 Control Panel 10.3.1 Managing the Network To manage the network on a Dyvi Control Panel, proceed as follows: 1. Establish a network connection between your browsing device (GUI or computer on Dyvi Network) and one (the first) Single Board Computer LAN connector of the Dyvi Control Panel.
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 10.3.2 Network Settings The Networks settings can be modified by selecting the Network Settings button. The page content is divided into 2 groups: General Settings, Network Adapter 1 Settings. Supervisor: General Network Settings...
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Use the Netmask button to modify the netmask. Note For common rules on how to set network parameters please contact your network administrator or contact EVS Technical Support. While in the Devices menu, parameters changed are marked with an asterisk (*) sign and the Apply Settings button is marked with a yellow alert.
Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 10.3.3 Dyvi Cluster Settings Overview The Dyvi Cluster Settings in the Control Panel are used to configure the Device-ID and the Device-Name. The settings can be modified by selecting the DYVI Settings button. Supervisor: Dyvi Cluster Settings...
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 While in the Cluster Settings menu, parameters changed are marked with an asterisk (*) sign and the Apply Settings button is marked with a yellow alert. To apply the modified settings use the Apply Settings button and confirm with OK in the subsequent dialog box.
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 10.3.4 Reset Device To enter the Reset Device window select the Reset Device button in the Devices menu. Supervisor: Reset Device To reset a device, proceed as follows: 1. Ensure the correct device you want to reset is labeled at the headline of the menu.
Time Settings menu. Press and hold the SHIFT key to enable the System Time button. Use the Apply button to take over the new time and date values of the Dyvi device identified in the Headline of the Time Settings menu.
On the Control Panel system disk there are two disk partitions (Partition 1, Partition 2). Each of the partitions holds a complete and independent set of Dyvi Control Panel software. The partitions can be used like to have a backup-version software or to have different version for test and evaluation purposes.
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 Warning • Before swapping partition or installing new software ensure the correct device you want to modify is labeled on the headline of the menu. This has to be the device the network browser is connected to.
2. Press and hold down the SHIFT key and click the Log button to enter the Log menu. 3. Click on the Dyvi-Logs symbol in order to download the zipped log file. 4. Open your file browser and locate the downloaded file in the Download folder.
The XSecure Manager is installed on the GUI PC. 11.3 Requesting the Dyvi Licenses 11.3.1 Requesting a Dyvi GUI License To request a license key for your Dyvi GUI, proceed as follows: 1. Open XSecure Manager. A shortcut is placed on the desktop of your GUI PC.
To request a license for a Processing Module, proceed as follows: 1. Open a web browser, e.g. Internet Explorer. 2. Connect to the Dyvi Processing Module using the device network address, e.g. 100.10.1.91. 3. The browser will open the Devices Overview window of the Supervisor.
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TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL Dyvi 2.0.7.2 5. Open the DYVI-License menu. 6. Click Download System Info and save the request XML file. 7. Repeat the steps for all Processing Modules. License Management...
You will see the installed license within the XSecure Manager. 11.4.2 Installing the Dyvi Processing Module License To install the license for a Dyvi Processing Module, proceed as follows: 1. Open the web browser and connect to the processing module in order to get access to the Supervisor.
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A message notifies you that the license was successfully installed. Confirm with OK. When refreshing the Supervisor website, you will see the installed license within the DYVI License menu. 6. Repeat those steps for all processing modules. License Management...
EVS Broadcast Equipment SA Issue 2.0.7.2 September 2021 12. External Device Configuration Please refer to separate documentation on the EVS Download area for information on External Device configuration including the following: • Tally Interfaces. • LAWO VSM • BFE, MOXA •...
However, the last owner is responsible for removing, packing and sending the equipment to EVS Broadcast Equipment SA, Mina-Rees-Straße 8, 64295 Darmstadt, Germany. For further information of the Dyvi take back system please refer to Dyvi Technical Support. End of Life & Product Recycling...
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