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Leitch X75SD Quick Start Manual

Multiple path converters and frame synchronizers
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Edition B
X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and
Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide
Overview
X75 Quick Start Guide
This quick start guide briefly describes how to unpack your X75 system, and walks you
through the various configurations and settings that are required before you can begin
operating the X75. Topics covered in this document include the following:
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"Using the Enclosed Documentation CD" on page 2
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"Checking the Packing List" on page 3
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"Preparing for Installation" on page 4
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"Installing Rack Support Brackets and Cable Relief Bar" on page 5
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"Making Cable and System Connections" on page 8
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"Initial Power-Up and Control Steps" on page 9
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"Configuring Network Settings" on page 10
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"Remotely Controlling X75 Systems" on page 13
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"Configuring for HTTP Control (via Web Browser)" on page 15
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"Configuring Video" on page 16
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"Configuring Audio" on page 17
This document briefly outlines the most common procedures for getting your system up
and running. Unless otherwise specified, directions are given for making these changes
via the control panel only. For information on using the built-in Web server, or for more
advanced configuration information, see your X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters
and Frame Synchronizers Installation and Operation Manual.
For more details on using local and remote control panels, navigating the menus, and
changing parameter options, see the Control Panels for X75 Systems Installation and
Operation Manual.
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  • Page 1 Unless otherwise specified, directions are given for making these changes via the control panel only. For information on using the built-in Web server, or for more advanced configuration information, see your X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Installation and Operation Manual.
  • Page 2 HTML listing of all menus and control parameters available for the X75) All of these items, along with any product release notes or future document addenda, can also be downloaded off of the Leitch Web site (www.leitch.com, under Support > Documentation). X75 Menu and Parameter List The X75 system has many menus, submenus, and parameters.

  • Page 3: Checking The Packing List

    X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide Checking the Packing List Before unpacking your product, read the “Unpacking/Shipping Information” on page v of your X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Installation and Operation Manual. Standard Items The following items are included with every X75 system: •...

  • Page 4: Preparing For Installation

    X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide Replaceable Parts Kit The replaceable parts kit (X75SPR-KIT) includes the following items: • 2 fans • 4 stackers • 1 power supply with no connectors • 1 shaft encoder Preparing for Installation Prior to installing your system, you need to ensure certain environmental and electrical conditions are met, and that frame support brackets are installed on the chassis.
  • Page 5 X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide Installing Rack Support Brackets and Cable Relief Bar Although the front-mounting ears provide the main support for the frame within a rack, you must install additional brackets and a cable relief bar at the rear of the unit to support the weight of cabling and frame stacking.
  • Page 6 X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide Installing short rack support bracket Remove this screw from the frame, place short bracket over hole, and then secure bracket to frame with screw Figure 3. Location of Short Bracket Support Screw 3.
  • Page 7 X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide 4. Using the screws that are provided, attach the ends of the rack support brackets to the rear of the rack. Ensure that the holes on the rack support brackets face outward, away from the frame.
  • Page 8 X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide Making Cable and System Connections Some connections to the X75 are provided via supplied breakout cable(s), others are made directly to the frame via single-link cabling. Figure 7 identifies the various connectors on the X75 back panel: Figure 7.
  • Page 9 Machine name: Leitch X75 panel VFD screen. (Upon request, Leitch can preconfigure X75 systems with specific IP addresses and network settings. A request for factory configuration of network settings must be placed at the time of order. Please contact your Leitch customer service representative for more details.)

  • Page 10: Configuring Network Settings

    X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide Configuring Network Settings When shipped, the X75 is configured with a default IP address along with other network settings, and is ready for immediate Ethernet connection. However, if you intend to control the unit remotely or connect it to a network hub/switch along with other X75 units, you will need to reconfigure the IP with unique network settings.
  • Page 11 X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide X75 multiple path converter and frame synchronizer 10/100Base-T Ethernet cable 3rd party hub or switch Figure 9. Network Connection Setting IP and Subnet Mask Addresses To allow devices to communicate on a network, you need to set all devices to the same subnet (network location).
  • Page 12 X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide c. Press Enter to move to the next item in the octet, and then repeat step b above. d. Press Exit when you are finished configuring the address. 5. Scroll to the Subnet Mask parameter, and then press Enter.
  • Page 13 X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide Remotely Controlling X75 Systems This section provides the following general configuration procedures: • “Preparing for Remote Control via RCP” on page 13 • “Selecting a Remote Unit to Control” on page 13 See your Control Panels for X75 Systems Installation and Operation Manual for more information on using an X75-RCP remote control panel.
  • Page 14 X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide Using an X75-RCP for Remote Operation Follow these steps to select and control a detected X75 over the network: 1. Ensure all connections and network settings have been made. Note 2.
  • Page 15 X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide Configuring for HTTP Control (via Web Browser) Once the networking parameters of the X75 have been configured appropriately, and it is connected to the Ethernet network, the built-in Web server allows a standard Web browser to control the X75 unit.

  • Page 16: Configuring Video

    X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide Configuring Video Selecting a Video Source X75 units are shipped with Auto-Detect video mode as the factory default setting. This Note mode sets the X75 to automatically detect composite, S-video, CAV, SD1, SD2, HD-F, HD1, and/or HD2 inputs.

  • Page 17: Configuring Audio

    X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide Figure 11 graphically illustrates a single-source signal process, where one selected video input is fed to all outputs: Figure 11. Single-Source Processing Adjusting Video Levels Various control panel buttons provide shortcuts to the video processing parameters of a selected video source.
  • Page 18 X75SD/X75HD Multiple Path Converters and Frame Synchronizers Quick Start Guide The selected audio input channels’ Gain controls are mapped to the numbered buttons on the control panel accordingly. The mapped buttons will illuminate during audio proc control. The audio Proc LEDs on the lower, right corner of the front panel indicate which processing block is currently selected.

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