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Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers
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  • Page 1 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Release 5.1 Corporate Headquarters Cisco Systems, Inc. 170 West Tasman Drive San Jose, CA 95134-1706 http://www.cisco.com Tel: 408 526-4000 800 553-NETS (6387) Fax: 408 526-4100 Text Part Number: OL-4467-01...
  • Page 2 Modifications to this product not authorized by Cisco Systems, Inc. could void the FCC approval and negate your authority to operate the product. The Cisco implementation of TCP header compression is an adaptation of a program developed by the University of California, Berkeley (UCB) as part of UCB’s public domain version of the UNIX operating system.
  • Page 3 CCIP, CCSP, the Cisco Arrow logo, the Cisco Powered Network mark, Cisco Unity, Follow Me Browsing, FormShare, and StackWise are trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc.; Changing the Way We Work, Live, Play, and Learn, and iQuick Study are service marks of Cisco Systems, Inc.; and Aironet,...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Cisco Technical Assistance Website Opening a TAC Case TAC Case Priority Definitions Obtaining Additional Publications and Information OL-4467-01 xiii xxii xxii xxii xxiii xxiii xxiv xxiv Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide C O N T E N T S xxiii...
  • Page 6 Preparing to Install the IP/TV Server C H A P T E R Safety Warnings Safety Guidelines Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers Front and Back Panels LED Indicators Input/Output Ports and Connectors...
  • Page 7 Connecting Power and Booting the System Winnov Videum 4400 AV Video Capture Card Winnov Videum 1010 Plus Video Capture Card Optibase MovieMaker 200S Networker Video Capture Card 3-35 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 3-12 3-18 3-19 3-22 3-29...
  • Page 8 Configuring IP/TV Broadcast Servers Using ServerWatch to Verify IP/TV Broadcast Server Management Hardware Specifications A P P E N D I X Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server Hardware Specifications Video Capture Cards Agency Compliance Sample Hosts File A P P E N D I X...
  • Page 9: Cisco 90-Day Limited Hardware Warranty Terms

    The Cisco Limited Warranty and Software License page from the Information Packet appears. Read the document online, or click the PDF icon to download and print the document in Adobe Portable Document Format (PDF). OL-4467-01 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide...
  • Page 10 Contact the company from whom you purchased the product. If you purchased the product directly from Cisco, contact your Cisco Sales and Service Representative. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Cisco 90-Day Limited Hardware Warranty Terms You must have Adobe Acrobat Reader to view and print PDF files.
  • Page 11 Cisco 90-Day Limited Hardware Warranty Terms Complete the information below, and keep it for reference: Company product purchased from Company telephone number Product model number Product serial number Maintenance contract number Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide OL-4467-01...
  • Page 12 Cisco 90-Day Limited Hardware Warranty Terms Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide OL-4467-01...
  • Page 13 • Command Syntax Conventions, page xvi • • Obtaining Documentation, page xxii Documentation Feedback, page xxiii • Obtaining Technical Assistance, page xxiii • Obtaining Additional Publications and Information, page xxv • OL-4467-01 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide xiii...
  • Page 14: Document Objectives

    Statement 1030 Document Organization This guide is organized into the following chapters and appendixes: Chapter Chapter Chapter Chapter Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Title Description Introducing IP/TV Describes the capabilities of IP/TV Servers Broadcast Server and IP/TV Program Manager.
  • Page 15: Related Documentation

    Appendix Appendix Appendix Related Documentation When you have completed the setup of Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers, refer to the following publications for detailed information on using the IP/TV software: • Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Server User Guide, Release 5.1 Cisco ACNS Software Program Manager for IP/TV User Guide, Release 5.1 •...
  • Page 16: Document Conventions

    {x | y | z} [x {y | z}] Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Description Indicates movement through menu options, for example: Choose Start > Run. Indicates a button that you are instructed to click, for example: Click Next.
  • Page 17 Gebruik het nummer van de verklaring onderaan de waarschuwing als u een vertaling van de waarschuwing die bij het apparaat wordt geleverd, wilt raadplegen. BEWAAR DEZE INSTRUCTIES Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide xvii OL-4467-01...
  • Page 18 Vorbeugung vor Unfällen vertraut. Suchen Sie mit der am Ende jeder Warnung angegebenen Anweisungsnummer nach der jeweiligen Übersetzung in den übersetzten Sicherheitshinweisen, die zusammen mit diesem Gerät ausgeliefert wurden. BEWAHREN SIE DIESE HINWEISE GUT AUF. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide xviii OL-4467-01...
  • Page 19 Utilize o número da instrução fornecido ao final de cada aviso para localizar sua tradução nos avisos de segurança traduzidos que acompanham este dispositivo. GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUÇÕES Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide OL-4467-01...
  • Page 20 Använd det nummer som finns i slutet av varje varning för att hitta dess översättning i de översatta säkerhetsvarningar som medföljer denna anordning. SPARA DESSA ANVISNINGAR Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide OL-4467-01...
  • Page 21 Preface Command Syntax Conventions Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide OL-4467-01...
  • Page 22: Obtaining Documentation

    Nonregistered Cisco.com users can order documentation through a local • account representative by calling Cisco Systems Corporate Headquarters (California, USA) at 408 526-7208 or, elsewhere in North America, by calling 800 553-NETS (6387). Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide...
  • Page 23: Documentation Feedback

    Accessing all the tools on the Cisco Technical Assistance Website requires a Cisco.com user ID and password. If you have a valid service contract but do not have a login ID or password, register at this URL: http://tools.cisco.com/RPF/register/register.do OL-4467-01 Documentation Feedback Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide xxiii...
  • Page 24: Opening A Tac Case

    Priority 3 (P3)—Operational performance of your network is impaired, but most business operations remain functional. You and Cisco will commit resources during normal business hours to restore service to satisfactory levels. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide xxiv Preface...
  • Page 25: Obtaining Additional Publications And Information

    The Cisco Product Catalog describes the networking products offered by • Cisco Systems, as well as ordering and customer support services. Access the Cisco Product Catalog at this URL: http://cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/pcat/ Cisco Press publishes a wide range of general networking, training and •...
  • Page 26 Obtaining Additional Publications and Information Internet Protocol Journal is a quarterly journal published by Cisco Systems • for engineering professionals involved in designing, developing, and operating public and private internets and intranets. You can access the Internet Protocol Journal at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/ipj...
  • Page 27: Chapter 1 Introducing Ip/Tv Servers

    Introducing IP/TV Servers This chapter provides a basic functional overview of the Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers. This chapter also describes the server hardware and provides details of the major components, front and back panel indicators, and controls for the Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers.
  • Page 28 Broadcast Server Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Cisco IP/TV 3427-C1 Broadcast Server Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server Models Description Provides live encoding and serving, as well as serving a limited number of prerecorded programs defined in IP/TV Program Manager.
  • Page 29 1. MPEG = Moving Picture Experts Group 2. CIF = Common Intermediate Format 3. QCIF = Quarter Common Intermediate Format OL-4467-01 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server Models (continued) Description Provides live encoding and serving, as well as serving a limited number of prerecorded programs defined in IP/TV Program Manager.
  • Page 30: Cisco Ip/Tv Broadcast Servers

    MPEG-1 or broadcast-quality MPEG-2 compression techniques for the highest-quality streaming. The Cisco IP/TV 3425A Broadcast Server is identical to the IP/TV 3425 Broadcast Server, but encodes and delivers only television-quality MPEG-1 streams. Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers are configured for AC-input power and have a single power supply installed.
  • Page 31: Front And Back Panels

    Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Figure 1-2 shows the back panel. shows the LEDs on the Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Table 1-2 describes the LEDs and their functions. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Servers...
  • Page 32 Console port Table 1-2 Indicator Power System LINK 100 Mbps Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Link LED 100Mbps LED L IN K 1 0 0 M b p s L IN K 1 0 0 M b p s...
  • Page 33 Operational Status LEDs Appearance Steady Steady Steady Rolling Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Servers Table 1-3 for the meanings of Meaning Normal operation An exception has occurred (software or hardware failure)
  • Page 34: Input/Output Ports And Connectors

    Power switch Onboard video port Mouse port Keyboard port Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide describes the front and back panel ports and receptacles. (The front Figure 1-1 and the back panel in Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Servers—Ports and...
  • Page 35 Input from S-video Input from composite video source (BNC) Output of composite video (monitors video output) Audio output (monitors audio output) Input from audio source (mini-jack) Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Servers 1-4.) source (mini-DIN)
  • Page 36: Cisco Ip/Tv 3426 Broadcast Server

    Server delivers one high-resolution MPEG-4 stream or four low-resolution, low-bit rate streams (audio or QCIF resolution). The Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server is configured for AC-input power and has a single AC-input power supply. It has an integrated dual-port Ethernet controller that provides an interface for connecting to 10-Mbps, 100-Mbps, or 1000-Mbps networks.
  • Page 37: Front Panel Control Buttons

    Introducing IP/TV Servers Figure 1-5 with a Winnov Videum 4400 AV video capture card installed in PCI-X slot 1. Figure 1-5 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server with Winnov Videum 4400 AV Video Capture Card Front Panel Control Buttons Figure 1-6 Table 1-6...
  • Page 38: Led Indicators

    Releases a CD from the drive. Turns on IP/TV Server. Reboots IP/TV Server. You might need to use a pen or the end of a straightened paper clip to press the button. This is a hardware reset button and does not restore the Note device to the factory default software settings.
  • Page 39 Flashing Indicates that IP/TV Server is in standby mode. shows the location of the back panel LEDs, and Ethernet 1 activity Ethernet 2 link System error Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Servers Table 1-8 describes 1-13...
  • Page 40: Input/Output Ports And Connectors

    • Ethernet connectors Serial connector • Audio and video connectors • Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 1-14 State Description Indicates that the speed of the Ethernet LAN is 1000BASE-TX. Indicates that the speed of the Ethernet LAN is 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX.
  • Page 41 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server PCI slot 1; Winnov Videum 4400 AV video capture card and ports Ethernet 2 receptacle Onboard video port Keyboard port describes the back panel ports and receptacles. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Servers 1-15...
  • Page 42 (UTP) cable to the RJ-45 connector on the back of the device. The 100BASE-TX/1000BASE-TX Ethernet standard requires that the cabling in Note the network be Category 5 or higher. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 1-16 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Back Panel Ports and Connectors Description The AC power cord connects to this plug.
  • Page 43: Cisco Ip/Tv 3427 Broadcast Servers

    Serial Port The Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server has one standard serial port. Audio and Video Ports and Connectors The Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server has a Winnov Videum 4400 AV video capture card installed in PCI-X slot 1. Figure 1-10 Four BNC ports for composite video input •...
  • Page 44: Front Panel

    Information LED Front Panel Control Buttons Table 1-10 control buttons. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 1-18 lists the hardware specifications for the Cisco IP/TV 3427 shows the Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server front panel controls System error LED...
  • Page 45: Led Indicators

    Turns on IP/TV Server. To power down IP/TV Server, you might need to press the power button for a few seconds. Reboots IP/TV Server. You might need to use a pen or the end of a straightened paper clip to press the button.
  • Page 46 Figure 1-12 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Back Panel LEDs Table 1-12 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Back Panel LEDs Indicator Ethernet 1 activity Ethernet 1 link status Ethernet 2 activity Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 1-20 Color State Description Amber Indicates that the drive has failed.
  • Page 47: Input/Output Ports And Connectors

    During typical operation, both the AC and the DC power LEDs are on. shows the Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server back panel, and describes the back panel ports and connectors. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Servers 1-21...
  • Page 48 Description AC power receptacles Connect the AC power cords to these plugs. DC power receptacles Connect IP/TV Server to the DC power source. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 1-22 SCSI connector 2 (not supported) 10 USB 1 (not supported)
  • Page 49 Audio and Video Ports and Connectors Table 1-14 IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Servers. OL-4467-01 describes the connectors used for the video capture cards in the Cisco Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Servers 1-23...
  • Page 50: Server Accessory Kits

    200S Networker 1. RCA = Radio Corporation of America Server Accessory Kits Table 1-15 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 1-24 Connectors 4 BNC connectors for composite video inputs • 8-pin mini-DIN connector for Sony/Philips •...
  • Page 51 • • 4 channel audio cable (with 8-pin mini-DIN connector and 4 stereo 1/4-in. [6.35-mm] mini-jacks using a breakout cable) Mini-jack stereo audio-to-RCA cables • Audio splitter cable • Power cable • Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 1-25...
  • Page 52 Server Accessory Kits Table 1-15 IP/TV Server Accessory Kit Connecting Cables (continued) Server Cisco IP/TV 3427-C1 Broadcast Server Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 1-26 Chapter 1 Introducing IP/TV Servers Contents Category 5 UTP network cable with • RJ-45 connectors for an Ethernet LAN RCA male-to-male cable •...
  • Page 53 Table 1-15 IP/TV Server Accessory Kit Connecting Cables (continued) Server Cisco IP/TV 3427-C2 Broadcast Server Cisco IP/TV 3427-C3 Broadcast Server 1. Available only with Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Broadcast Server accessory kits OL-4467-01 Server Accessory Kits Contents Category 5 UTP network cable with •...
  • Page 54: Partition Configuration

    Partition Configuration Partition Configuration The hard disk of the Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server contains three partitions. The first partition of 2 GB contains the operating system. The second partition is the data partition. The third partition of 1 GB contains the image used to reboot the system in the event of a system failure.
  • Page 55: Chapter 2 Preparing To Install The Ip/Tv Server

    SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This chapter contains important safety information you should know before working with Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers. Use the following guidelines to ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your Cisco IP/TV Server from potential damage.
  • Page 56: Safety Warnings

    Ensure that a fuse or circuit breaker no larger than 120 VAC, 15A U.S. (240 VAC, 10A international) is used on the phase conductors (all current-carrying conductors). Statement 13 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Chapter 2 Preparing to Install the IP/TV Server...
  • Page 57 There is the danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace Warning the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Statement 1015 OL-4467-01 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Safety Warnings...
  • Page 58: Safety Guidelines

    Safety Guidelines To reduce the risk of bodily injury, electrical shock, fire, and damage to the equipment, observe the following precautions. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Chapter 2 Preparing to Install the IP/TV Server Statement 1006...
  • Page 59: General Precautions

    An object has fallen into the product. The product has been exposed to water. The product has been dropped or damaged. The product does not operate correctly when you follow the operating instructions. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Safety Guidelines...
  • Page 60: System Reliability Considerations

    Use only approved power cables. If you have not been provided with a power • cable for your IP/TV server or for any AC-powered option intended for your system, purchase a power cable that is approved for use in your country. The power cable must be rated for the product and for the voltage and current marked on the product’s electrical ratings label.
  • Page 61: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

    • are installing or removing the components that are located under the air baffle cover. When the air baffle assembly is installed in IP/TV Server, the air baffle cover • is always closed. Microprocessor socket 2 always contains either a microprocessor baffle or •...
  • Page 62: Rack Installation Safety Guidelines

    Do not overload the power outlet when installing multiple devices in the rack. Do not place any object weighing more than 110 lb (50 kg) on top of • rack-mounted devices. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Chapter 2 Preparing to Install the IP/TV Server OL-4467-01...
  • Page 63: Installing The Ip/Tv Server

    Installing the IP/TV Server This chapter explains how to install the Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers in an equipment rack. It also provides general instructions for installing IP/TV Server on a table or workbench. This chapter contains the following sections: Rack-Mounting Considerations, page 3-2 •...
  • Page 64: Rack-Mounting Considerations

    Do not place any object weighing more than 110 lb (50 kg) on top of • rack-mounted devices. Use safe practices when lifting. Caution Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Chapter 3 Installing the IP/TV Server Statement 1006 OL-4467-01...
  • Page 65: Installing Cisco Ip/Tv 3425 And 3425A Server Units

    The rack-mount brackets in the kit are suitable for mounting Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Server units in 19-inch (48.26-cm) or 23-inch (58.42-cm) 4-post or 2-post equipment racks. You need the following parts and tools to install an IP/TV Server in a rack: Phillips screwdriver •...
  • Page 66: Attaching The Mounting Brackets

    Figure 3-2 C o n te n t E n g in DR IV E 1 Front Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Figure 3-1.) Brackets for a 19-inch (48.26-cm) equipment rack Rack-Mount Brackets Orientation for 23- or 24-inch rack...
  • Page 67 OL-4467-01 Installing Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Server Units Bracket Position for Mid Mount Bracket Position for Rear Mount shows the bracket orientation for a front mount in a 23-inch (58.42-cm) Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Rear Front...
  • Page 68: Installing The Chassis In A Rack

    The inlet and exhaust ports for cooling air are located in the front and rear of the chassis, respectively; therefore, multiple IP/TV Servers can be stacked with little or no vertical clearance. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Bracket Orientation for a 23-Inch (58.42-cm) Rack e 5 9 0...
  • Page 69: Connecting Cables

    To connect network, monitor, keyboard, and mouse cables to the Cisco IP/TV Server, follow these steps: Step 1 Plug the monitor cable into the onboard video port on the IP/TV Server back panel. Step 2 Connect the other end of the monitor cable to a monitor.
  • Page 70: Connecting Power And Booting The System

    IP/TV Server. (See Configuration Figure 3-8 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Servers—Rear View Power switch Power receptacle Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Figure 3-8.) Chapter 4, “Setting IP/TV Server Parameters.”) Chapter 3 Installing the IP/TV Server...
  • Page 71: Installing Cisco Ip/Tv 3426 Broadcast Server Units

    Installing Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Units Place the unit in the desired location. You can mount the IP/TV Server unit in a rack for your convenience, or place it on a solid, stable surface. If you do not plan to install the IP/TV Server in an equipment rack, proceed to the IP/TV Server on a Tabletop”...
  • Page 72: Tools And Parts Required

    IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server units in 19-inch (48.26-cm) 4-post equipment racks. A 2-post rack-mounting option contains angle brackets for attaching the chassis Note to a 2-post rack. You need the following parts and tools to install the IP/TV Server in a rack: Flat-blade screwdriver • Phillips screwdriver •...
  • Page 73 The right and left slide rails are identical. Note OL-4467-01 Installing Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Units Rack Installation Kit for IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide M3.5 screws with lock washers (3) M6 screws (10) Cage nuts (10) 3-11...
  • Page 74: Installing The Chassis In The Rack

    Select a 1-RU-size location in the rack. Starting with the right front side of the Step 1 rack (as viewed from the front of the IP/TV Server), install a clip nut or cage nut in the top and bottom positions of the 1-RU location that you selected (see...
  • Page 75 Place an inner slide rail at the alignment marker (labeled 1 in Step 3 indicated by the arrow on the side of the IP/TV Server. Use two M4 screws to secure the inner slide rail to the IP/TV Server. Repeat this step to attach the other inner slide rail to the IP/TV Server.
  • Page 76 Insert the tab (labeled 1 in Figure 3-13) on the rear of the slide rail assembly Step 4 through the center hole between the two clip nuts or cage nuts on the rear flange. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 3-14 OL-4467-01...
  • Page 77 OL-4467-01 Installing Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Units Rear Step 5 to install the other slide rail assembly. Figure Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Front Adjustment screw Figure 3-13.) 3-13) on the rear of the slide rail; 3-15...
  • Page 78 Align and insert the inner slide rails into the slide rail assemblies until they lock Step 6 into place. Slide the IP/TV Server into the rack until the IP/TV Server locks into place. Step 7 Step 8 Tighten the captive screw (labeled 1 in the IP/TV Server to secure the IP/TV Server to the rack.
  • Page 79: Connecting Cables

    Plug the keyboard and mouse cables into the keyboard port and mouse port, Step 5 respectively. (See OL-4467-01 Installing Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Units Leave enough slack in the cables to allow for sliding the IP/TV Server in or out of the cabinet. Figure Figure 3-15.)
  • Page 80: Connecting Power And Booting The System

    Connect the other end of the power cord to a power source at your installation site. Step 3 Power up all externally connected devices. Step 4 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 3-18 Winnov Videum 4400 video capture card Ethernet 2 receptacle...
  • Page 81: Installing Cisco Ip/Tv 3427 Broadcast Server Units

    Installing Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Units Chapter 4, “Setting IP/TV Server Parameters.”) While the IP/TV Server is powering up, the green power on LED on the front of the IP/TV Server is on. 3-30. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide “Installing the IP/TV Server...
  • Page 82: Rack Requirements

    If any items are missing or damaged, contact your place of purchase. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 3-20 3-20.) shows the items that you need to install the IP/TV Server in the rack Chapter 3 Installing the IP/TV Server “Rack...
  • Page 83 The rack kit includes a left and a right slide rail. Note OL-4467-01 Installing Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Units Cable ties (5) Back of rail Slide rail (2) (left rail shown) Front of rail Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 3-21...
  • Page 84: Installing The Chassis In The Rack

    Do the same for the front of the other slide rail. Then do the same for the rear of both slide rails. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 3-22...
  • Page 85 Server and lower the IP/TV Server onto the slide rails. Note Make sure that each slide rail tab is inserted in the matching inset on the IP/TV Server and that the IP/TV Server is resting on the top edge of the slide rail. OL-4467-01...
  • Page 86 Alignment tab (rear; enlarged) Carefully slide the IP/TV Server along the slide rails approximately 1 inch (2.54 Step 4 cm) toward the rack to lock the IP/TV Server on the slide rails. (See Figure 3-20.) Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide...
  • Page 87 When locked in position, an indicator (labeled 1 in Figure 3-20) is visible on each side of the IP/TV Server. To remove the IP/TV Server from the rack, lift up on the lock indicator and slide the IP/TV Server forward. Lift the locking levers (labeled 1 in...
  • Page 88 Slide the IP/TV Server into the rack until the release latches (labeled 1 in Step 6 Figure 3-22) lock into place. To slide the IP/TV Server out of the rack, press the release latches. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide...
  • Page 89 Insert the optional M6 screws (labeled 2 in Figure 3-22) in the front and rear of the IP/TV Server when moving the rack, or if you install the rack in a vibration-prone area. To remove the IP/TV Server from the rack, reverse these instructions. Store these installation instructions with your IP/TV Server documentation for future use.
  • Page 90: Connecting Cables

    For network connections, insert a Category 5 UTP cable into the Ethernet 1 or Ethernet 2 receptacle on the IP/TV Server back panel. (See Figure 3-23 IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Server Ports and Receptacles—AC System Shown Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 3-28 Chapter 3...
  • Page 91: Connecting Power And Booting The System

    10 USB 1 (not supported) 11 ISMP port (not supported) 12 ISMP port (not supported) 13 Ethernet 2 14 Ethernet 1 Figure 3-23.) Figure 3-23.) “Safety Guidelines” section on page Figure 3-23.) Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide 2-4. 3-29...
  • Page 92: Installing The Ip/Tv Server On A Tabletop

    Configuration Note Installing the IP/TV Server on a Tabletop When you install an IP/TV Server on a workbench or tabletop, ensure that the surface is clean and in a safe location and that you have considered the following points: The chassis should be installed off the floor. (Dust that accumulates on the •...
  • Page 93: Connecting Cables To Video Capture Cards

    To install the IP/TV Server on a workbench or tabletop, follow these steps: Remove any debris and dust from the tabletop or workbench, as well as from the Step 1 surrounding area. Also make sure that your path between the IP/TV Server and its new location is unobstructed. Step 2 Attach the rubber feet to the bottom of the chassis.
  • Page 94 Connecting Cables to Video Capture Cards For more details on the contents of the IP/TV Server accessory kit, see the Accessory Kits” section on page contact your place of purchase. To connect the Winnov Videum 4400 AV video capture card to video and audio...
  • Page 95: Winnov Videum 1010 Plus Video Capture Card

    • RCA male-to-male cable • For more details on the contents of the IP/TV Server accessory kit, see the Accessory Kits” section on page contact your place of purchase. To connect the Winnov Videum 1010 Plus video capture card to video and audio...
  • Page 96: Optibase Moviemaker 200S Networker Video Capture Card

    • Mini-jack stereo audio cable • For more details on the contents of the IP/TV Server accessory kit, see the Accessory Kits” section on page contact your place of purchase. To connect the Optibase MovieMaker 200S Networker video capture card to...
  • Page 97: Checking The Leds

    Plug the audio connector cable from the video source device to the A IN port Step 3 (labeled 5 in Checking the LEDs When the IP/TV Server is up and running, observe the front and back panel LEDs to verify that your system is operating properly. (See Figure 1-8,...
  • Page 98: Removing Or Replacing An Ip/Tv Server

    To replace an IP/TV Server, remove it from the network. Then install a new IP/TV Server and configure it using the same configuration parameters (IP address, and so forth) that you used for the removed IP/TV Server.
  • Page 99: Chapter 4 Setting Ip/Tv Server Configuration Parameters

    • Setting Date, Time, and Time Zone Setting the date, time, and time zone for each IP/TV Server is required for proper synchronization between IP/TV Servers and IP/TV Viewers. If you do not set these elements properly, scheduled programs may not run at the correct time.
  • Page 100: Setting The Tcp/Ip Network Configuration

    Setting the TCP/IP Network Configuration Setting the TCP/IP Network Configuration You need to set the TCP/IP network configuration of each IP/TV Server so that it can communicate on the network with other IP/TV components. Note Multicast must be enabled on your routers in order to use the scheduled programs feature of IP/TV on more than one subnet.
  • Page 101: Basic Configuration Of Ip/Tv Program Manager And Ip/Tv Broadcast Server

    Follow these steps to define each IP/TV Broadcast Server in IP/TV Program Manager: From your browser, access IP/TV Program Manager by entering the following Step 1 URL: http://programmanager/ OL-4467-01 C H A P T E R Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide...
  • Page 102 Step 3 In the Server Clusters window, click New Server on the taskbar. The New Server window appears. Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Basic Configuration of IP/TV Program Manager and IP/TV Broadcast Server IP/TV Program Manager Main Window...
  • Page 103: Configuring Ip/Tv Broadcast Servers

    Start the IP/TV Broadcast Server and view the Program Listings window. Step 1 If the IP/TV Broadcast Server is already running but the Program Listings window is not visible, double-click the IP/TV Server icon in the system tray. Choose Settings > Configure IP/TV Server. Step 2 Click the Server tab.
  • Page 104: Using Serverwatch To Verify Ip/Tv Broadcast Server Management

    In the Status column of the Status of Servers table, verify that the entry for each Step 3 previously defined IP/TV Broadcast Server reads “managed.” Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Chapter 5 Basic Configuration of IP/TV Program Manager and IP/TV Broadcast Server...
  • Page 105: Appendix

    Hardware Specifications This appendix lists the hardware specifications for Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers, and includes the following sections: Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server Hardware Specifications, page A-1 • Video Capture Cards, page A-5 • Agency Compliance, page A-6 •...
  • Page 106 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server Hardware Specifications Table A-1 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Server Specifications Feature Specification Intel Coppermine CPU 82443BX with Pentium P3 processor operating at 600 MHz Memory 256 MB of SDRAM (expandable to 1 GB) 256-KB integrated L2 cache...
  • Page 107 128-KB integrated L2 cache 512-KB Boot Block Flash memory 16-MB StrataFlash memory OL-4467-01 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server Hardware Specifications lists the hardware specifications for the Cisco IP/TV 3426 and 3427 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Broadcast Servers 512 MB of SDRAM (expandable to...
  • Page 108 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Server Hardware Specifications Table A-2 Cisco IP/TV 3426 and 3427 Broadcast Server Specifications (continued) Feature Cisco IP/TV 3426 Broadcast Server Hard disk storage 1 80-GB IDE drive Ethernet controller 1 Intel 82559 Ethernet controller (2 are...
  • Page 109: Video Capture Cards

    Maximum altitude: 7000 ft (2133.6 m) Maximum altitude: 7000 ft (2133.6 m) Heat dissipation 1024 Btus per hour Video Capture Cards The following video capture cards are supplied with Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers. Optibase MovieMaker 100S (AMPCS08) MPEG-1 •...
  • Page 110: Agency Compliance

    Hardware Specifications Agency Compliance Refer to the Cisco IP/TV Broadcast Server User Guide, Release 5.1, for specifications of video capture cards available in Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers as well as those available in software starter kits. Agency Compliance For all regulatory compliance information, refer to the Regulatory Compliance and Safety Information for Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers publication.
  • Page 111: Appendix

    A P P E N D I X shows an example of a Hosts file. Sample Hosts File rhino.xyzcorp.com x.xyzcorp.com localhost hydra.xyzcorp.com hydra little-bear.xyzcorp.com little-bear lb big-bear.xyzcorp.com big-bear the-farm.xyzcorp.com the-farm Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide # source server # x client host...
  • Page 112 Appendix B Sample Hosts File Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide OL-4467-01...
  • Page 113: Appendix

    Recovering Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Servers Cisco provides a disaster recovery image on a separate partition on Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Servers. All data on the boot partition of IP/TV Server is lost when you follow this Caution procedure.
  • Page 114: Recovering Cisco Ip/Tv 3426 And 3427 Servers

    Recovering Cisco IP/TV 3426 and 3427 Servers Press any key to continue. Step 3 The image is copied to the boot partition, and IP/TV Server reboots automatically. This procedure takes about 5 minutes. When the logon message box appears, IP/TV Server is ready.
  • Page 115 Factory contents: Reformat your hard disk and install Windows 2000, device • drivers, and preinstalled applications. If you select this option, all data on the boot partition of IP/TV Server and all media files in the media root directory of IP/TV Server will be lost except for the sample.avi file.
  • Page 116: Recovering Cisco Ip/Tv 3427 Server

    For specific instructions, see Parameters.” Recovering Cisco IP/TV 3427 Server All data on the boot partition of IP/TV Server will be lost when you follow this Caution procedure. All media files in the media root directory of IP/TV Server will be deleted except for the sample.avi file.
  • Page 117 Step 8 IP/TV Server reboots. The recovery program installs Windows 2000, and converts both SCSI hard disks in Cisco IP/TV 3427 Server from basic to dynamic using the DiskPart utility. IP/TV Server reboots again, and the Windows logon message box appears.
  • Page 118 Appendix C Instructions for Recovering IP/TV Servers Recovering Cisco IP/TV 3426 and 3427 Servers Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide OL-4467-01...
  • Page 119: I N D E X

    Ethernet standard (note) Cisco IP/TV 3426 Cisco IP/TV 3427 capture cards CD eject button Cisco IP/TV 3426 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide I N D E X 1-10 1-17 1-25 3-17 3-28 1-16...
  • Page 120 3-29 connections cables Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Cisco IP/TV 3426 3-17 Cisco IP/TV 3427 3-28 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide IN-2 power Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Cisco IP/TV 3426 Cisco IP/TV 3427 connectors and ports 1-10...
  • Page 121 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Cisco IP/TV 3426 Cisco IP/TV 3427 connecting Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Cisco IP/TV 3426 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Index 1-16 1-23 3-17 3-28 1-16 1-23...
  • Page 122 1-20 hardware specifications Hosts file, sample I/O connectors Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Cisco IP/TV 3426 1-14 Cisco IP/TV 3427 1-21 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide IN-4 installation front mount mid mount rack rack-mount rear mount tabletop warnings...
  • Page 123 3-36 Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Cisco IP/TV 3426 power receptacle Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A Cisco IP/TV 3426 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Index 3-18 3-29 1-13, 1-14 1-21 1-12 1-19 3-19...
  • Page 124 IP/TV Server 3-36 reset button Cisco IP/TV 3426 1-12 Cisco IP/TV 3427 1-19 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide IN-6 safety general precautions safety warnings sample Hosts file SCSI port Cisco IP/TV 3427 serial ports...
  • Page 125 1-17 OL-4467-01 video port Cisco IP/TV 3425 and 3425A A-1 to A-5 Cisco IP/TV 3426 Cisco IP/TV 3427 Videum video capture cards warnings installation Winnov video capture cards 3-30 Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide Index 1-17 1-23 IN-7...
  • Page 126 Index Cisco IP/TV 3400 Series Servers User Guide IN-8 OL-4467-01...

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