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MAXX-2420-EX
High Definition Video Server
Operations Manual
P/N 100-145-0022-01
June 2012
Software Version 1.08.561
Copyright © 2012, 360 Systems
All rights reserved
Printed in the United States of America
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  • Page 1 ™ MAXX-2420-EX High Definition Video Server Operations Manual P/N 100-145-0022-01 June 2012 Software Version 1.08.561 Copyright © 2012, 360 Systems All rights reserved Printed in the United States of America MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 1...
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  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Software Copyrights ..............12 Video and Audio Copyright Reminder........12 Introduction __________________________________________________________ 13 Key Features and Benefits ..............16 Applications for 360 Systems Servers ............. 17 Accessory Information................18 Installation ___________________________________________________________ 19 Unpacking ..................... 19 Important Installation Notes ..............20 System Cooling ................
  • Page 4 Assigning Names to the Server and Transport Channels ....51 Programming GPIO Outputs ............52 Programming GPI Inputs ............53 Configuring the Ethernet Network ..........54 Setting the Date and Time ............56 Clip Navigator ..................57 Renaming and Deleting Clips ............. 57 Page 4 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 5 Combined Video and Graphics Capabilities ....... 72 Importing TARGA Graphics Files..........72 Animation Import (Uncompressed .mov files) ......72 Still Frames ................73 FTP File Transfers ............... 74 Using MAXX-HD with the Edius NLE _____________________________________ 81 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 5...
  • Page 6 Fault Diagnostics.................. 115 Front Panel Indicators............... 115 Gigabit Ethernet Indicators ............116 Access To Components ................ 116 Opening the Front Panel ............116 Removing the Top Cover............116 General Handling Precautions..........117 Installing/Removing I/O Cards ..........117 Page 6 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 7 As-Run Logging Detail ................. 142 As-Run Naming Convention ............. 142 Sample As-Run Log ..............142 As-Run Log Page Header ............143 As-Run Log Body..............143 Appendix F __________________________________________________________ 144 Mechanical Drawing................144 Index _______________________________________________________________ 145 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 7...

  • Page 9: Preface

    This manual provides installation, setup and operating instructions for 360 Systems’ MAXX-2420-EX video server. It is organized to provide quick access to topics of primary interest. An extensive Table of Contents is provided at the beginning, and a subject Index at the end, to assist in locating information.

  • Page 10: 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 11: Important Safety Instructions

    14. Where the MAINS plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily operable. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 11...

  • Page 12: Product Damage Precautions

    Important: As the owner of new capital equipment, you will want to take advantage of product information, enhancements, upgrades, or notifications issued by 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 13: Introduction

    8 channels of AES/EBU digital audio interface (Model DXP-1), and either 4 or 8 channels of +4 balanced analog audio (Model AXP-3 and AXP-4). MAXX-2420-EX’s versatile video and audio I /O personality is unique among HD servers, and guarantees a seamless fit in existing facilities, and as part of new build-outs.
  • Page 14 Compatibility with Automation Controllers MAXX servers work with automation controllers from many different manufacturers, accepting VDCP, Odetics or BVW protocols for 9-pin control of each server channel. 360 Systems’ business partners provide automation controllers for applications ranging from affordable systems for Pro- AV, up to large-scale broadcast solutions.
  • Page 15 File Transfers over Gigabit Ethernet The MAXX-2420-EX goes beyond just base-band connections for video and audio. File transfers over Gigabit Ethernet allow the transfer of video content across the room, or across the country, at high speed and low cost. With Ethernet switches and broadband connections, the server’s design enables low-cost networking of broadcast operations from ingest to storage, for...

  • Page 16: Key Features And Benefits

    Key Features and Benefits The MAXX-2420-EX is designed from the ground up to deliver outstanding performance and value as a high-definition broadcast server. Two inputs, four outputs, a Gigabit Ethernet port, and multiple audio formats make it an excellent and affordable choice for the transition to high definition.

  • Page 17: Applications For 360 Systems Servers

    Applications for 360 Systems Servers The MAXX-2420-EX adds value to many applications in broadcasting, cable distribution, video production, Pro A/V, entertainment and sports. It provides immediate record and playback of any source, lending a spontaneous appearance to broadcasts, presentations and live events.

  • Page 18: Accessory Information

    XLR connectors. Redundant power supply. 3½” [88 mm] height. Maintenance Spares 360 Systems is committed to keeping your server on air. Having spare parts on hand in the event of a fault is a good practice in broadcast and other high-reliability applications. Hard disk spares are particularly important.

  • Page 19: Installation

    Package Contents Confirm that all items on the packing list have been received. Contact 360 Systems if any item is missing. MAXX-2420-EX server Keyboard 2-Button Scroll Mouse.

  • Page 20: Important Installation Notes

    A disadvantage is that it may create its own power transients when switching between utility power and its inverter supply. For this reason, 360 Systems does not recommend this type for use with a broadcast server. Page 20 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 21 360 Systems’ engineers have experience with thousands of installations, and have become aware of a number of environmental factors that can adversely affect performance. Two of these have already been discussed: power conditioning and inadequate cooling.

  • Page 22: About Server Software

    An optional multi-channel audio module may also be rack mounted above or below the MAXX-2420-EX, on the front or rear of the rack. Four elongated screw holes are provided to facilitate rack mounting of the AXP Module. Audio modules are connected to the server with the supplied 68 Pin cable.
  • Page 23 See USB Ports on page 26 for information on using USB keyboard and mouse. If you own more than one MAXX-2420-EX, it may be appropriate to use a single keyboard, monitor, and mouse with a KVM switch to select between servers. Not all KVM switching systems are compatible.

  • Page 24: Rear Panel Connections

    Audio Module Connector (AXP or DXP) HD-SDI Video Inputs The MAXX-2420-EX records Digital video on channels 1 and 2. It has separate BNC inputs for HD-SDI (serial digital per SMPTE 292M). HD-SDI inputs have a fixed 75-ohm termination. HD-SDI Video Outputs Channels 1, 2, 3 and 4 have HD-SDI video outputs per SMPTE 292M.
  • Page 25 A VESA-compliant computer monitor may be connected to the 15-pin VGA video port. The MAXX-2420-EX resolution is fixed at 1024 x 768 pixels, with a refresh rate of 72 Hz. This is best-viewed on 17-inch or larger monitors. 360 Systems does not provide monitors for the server.

  • Page 26: Audio Module Connections

    The optional AXP-3, AXP-4 and DXP-1 multi-channel audio modules provide for connection of audio equipment. Each is a 2-rack space module. Connection is made to the rear panel of MAXX-2420-EX using a 68 pin cable. Figure 3 indicates the audio module’s connectors and their functions.

  • Page 27: Control Module (Cxp) Connections

    Do not plug the CXP Module into the AXP audio module connection on the server. Damage to the system may occur. The CXP connector on the MAXX-2420-EX is clearly marked. Connect the CXP module per Figure 3. Be certain it is properly connected before applying power.
  • Page 28 PLAY, STOP, or RECORD through simple external switches. The MAXX-2420-EX also provides twelve GPI outputs which may be used to confirm that a command has been received, or for other purposes. The function of these open-collector outputs is programmable;...

  • Page 29: Basic Operations

    The Quick Restart option in the Start>Shutdown menu allows the GUI and video playback application to be restarted without restarting the entire operating system. The Restart FTP Only option will restart the FTP service without affecting video operation. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 29...

  • Page 30: Graphic User Interface Overview

    Windows can be moved, resized and overlapped by dragging the title bar, window edges, or the CTRL+TAB resize tab at the lower right corner of a window. The key combination will also place the activated window in front of all other windows. Page 30 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 31: System Menu Bar

    Arranges all open windows so that each is fully visible. This choice is especially useful with larger monitors. In case Windows do not tile as expected, select Cascade to restore their original size and order, then select Tile. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 31...

  • Page 32: Help Menu

    Channel 1 and 2 can Record or Play video content. Channels 3 and 4 only play content. All channels may be used at the same time. Each channel can be controlled in two different views. • The Transport View • The Playlist View Page 32 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 33: The Transport Channel View

    Key Command – Open Opens the Clip Navigator to allow choosing a clip to load into the transport. Ctrl+O Key Command – Save Saves an edited clip using its existing file name. Ctrl+S Key Command – MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 33...

  • Page 34: Options Menu

    Ctrl+T Key Command – Configure Opens the video channel’s Configuration dialog. See pages 37. Ctrl+C Key Command – Go To Opens the video channel’s Frame Locator. See page 47. Ctrl+G Key Command – Page 34 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 35: The Playlist Channel View

    Opens the Playlist Selection dialog to allow choosing a Playlist to Append to the currently loaded list. This can be done while playing to allow continuous playback of new Playlists. See page 66. Save Saves an edited Playlist using its existing file name. Ctrl+S Key Command – MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 35...

  • Page 36: Options Menu

    Configure Opens the Playlist’s Configuration dialog. See page 65. Note that this is different than the dialog for the video channel setup, which must be accessed from the Transport View window. Ctrl+C Key Command – Page 36 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 37: Initial System Configuration

    The input to the server uses the input signal itself as a reference, this allows recording any signal that conforms to the currently selected video format and frame rate. No configuration is required to use this feature. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 37...

  • Page 38: Selecting A Video Format

    Figure 8 – Selecting Video Format The MAXX-2420-EX must be set to operate in one format at a time; it does not play mixed video formats when the video format is changed, the only files visible on the GUI will be those recorded in the currently-selected video format.

  • Page 39: Making A Recording From The Gui

    The recommended bit rate is 70 to 80 Mb/s, especially for applications requiring file transfer while three or four channels may be in use. Rates over 80 should be used only for applications requiring reproduction of very high detail material. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 39...

  • Page 40: Setting The Audio Input Source

    Transport mode; once set it also applies to Playlist mode on that channel. • Select OPTIONS >CONFIGURE from the Channel Transport Window. The Dialog box in 10 appears. • Click the OUTPUT tab. • Enter a time offset value in the window. • Click APPLY or OK. Page 40 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 41: Audio Rate Conversion

    The audio sample rate is derived from the selected video sync reference. Audio is recorded at a 48K sample rate, so the 0.1% pull-down for 59.94 Hz video is taken into account when generating the sample rate. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 41...

  • Page 42: Setting Vanc Line Selections

    Clip names for crash recordings are of the form “new MMDD_N”, where MMDD represents the month and day of the recording, and N is the lowest non-zero number that does not cause the name to conflict with any previously made recording. Page 42 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 43: Making A Crash Recording

    FILE, File, fiLe, and file. When using the server with automation systems or other remote controls, it is not a good practice to distinguish files only by differences in case. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 43...

  • Page 44: Monitoring A Recording Source With E-E Mode

    When E-E is ON, the input video signal is routed to the outputs. Manually toggle the E-E mode button OFF to switch the output to the servers output, for conventional playback operation. Page 44 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 45 All VANC lines are passed through E-E regardless of which lines are selected for recording. Similarly, all embedded audio is passed through even though only the first 8 channels are recorded. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 45...

  • Page 46: Playing A Clip From The Gui

    2 seconds before the end of clip to take immediate effect. Pausing a Clip Click PAUSE at any time to pause a clip. Click again to resume. The PAUSE button is the same key as the PLAY button. Page 46 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 47: Ejecting A Clip

    4x, 16x, 64x, and 128x. Audio does not play at any speed beyond +2X/-1X. Slow Motion Playback The MAXX-2420-EX will play smooth slow-motion video in forward or reverse, at any speed from zero to 2X forward or 1x reverse. Direction can be instantly changed, using either the GUI or a desk-top controller.

  • Page 48: Using Shuttle To Control Playback Speed

    • When using a wheel mouse, position the cursor over the slider scale and rotate the wheel to increment speed. Rolling the wheel in opposite directions changes the direction the arrow slider moves. To stop video, click the Stop button or the arrow slider. Page 48 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 49: Editing A Clip

    Mark In Display Displays the time code of the Mark In point. When no Mark In point has been set manually, this displays the Start of Message (SOM) time code (usually 00:00:00:00). MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 49...
  • Page 50 These can function as either a hold point in the list that will display the frame until another action is taken, or they can be assigned a duration. See page 67 for information on setting the duration of a still frame in a playlist. Page 50 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 51: System Configuration

    Names can be up to 31 characters in length. Spaces, digits and other non- alphanumeric characters may be used. Click APPLY to accept the name. The names will appear in their appropriate windows immediately. Figure 14 - Configure Names Screen MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 51...

  • Page 52: Programming Gpio Outputs

    Programming GPIO Outputs The MAXX-2420-EX has twelve General Purpose Outputs, referred to as GPO 1 through 12. Each can be programmed to go active on the selected channel when one of the following events occurs: Transport returns to idle IDLE...

  • Page 53: Programming Gpi Inputs

    Programming GPI Inputs The MAXX-2420-EX has 12 General Purpose Inputs, referred to as GPI 1 through GPI 12. Each can be programmed to trigger one of the following events on a channel: Cue a clip Cue selected clip for immediate playback (Playlist Mode only)

  • Page 54: Configuring The Ethernet Network

    Figure 16 - GPI Configuration Screen Configuring the Ethernet Network MAXX-2420-EX provides a number of user settings that configure it for use in a practical network. These will be found on the Configure Network tab shown below. The NET-1 Ethernet port on the server has a unique IP Address. In this way, each server can be identified on the network.
  • Page 55 (preferably with Virtual Private Network (VPN) support) must be used in systems that require internal security or connection to public networks. Consult with a network security specialist for guidance on the best hardware, programming and practices for your facility’s requirements. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 55...

  • Page 56: Setting The Date And Time

    Check Automatic Updates to enable automatic updates using the Network Time Protocol (NTP). Refer to Network Time Protocol on page 88. Note: A System Restart is required for a Time Zone change to take effect Page 56 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 57: Clip Navigator

    Clip Navigator The MAXX-2420-EX’s Clip Navigator is used to find, select, delete, name, and rename clips. Clips can be dragged and dropped anywhere on a Transport for immediate playback. Single or multiple clips can be dragged into a Playlist. See page 62.

  • Page 58: Finding Clips

    The following wildcard conventions may be used in a search when Use Regular Expressions is unchecked. xyz* Match anything. For example, to find all clips starting with “xyz”, use the pattern “ ”. *2008* To find all clips containing “2008” use “ ”. Match any single character. Page 58 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 59: Finding Clips Using Regular Expressions

    The subject of Regular Expressions is much larger than can be completely covered here. They are used in several different operating systems and programming languages. Further information can be found on the internet and in books on Regular Expressions and Linux. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 59...

  • Page 60: Using Playlists

    Using Playlists MAXX-2420-EX’s Advanced Playlisting software provides extensive tools for building, editing and playing complex sequences of program content. Advanced Playlisting appears as on-screen windows, with an intuitive Graphic User Interface that makes it easy to operate without extra equipment. It’s invaluable for building commercial breaks, news rundowns, still-store and clip lists.

  • Page 61: The Playlist View

    Check to enable editing ( Page 66 ) EDIT Checkbox ARM START Enable Scheduled Start Time ( Page 63 ) TIME START TIME Checkbox Scroll to currently playing Clip ( Page 65 ) HOME Button HOME Table 1 - Playlist Control Functions MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 61...

  • Page 62: Creating And Running A Playlist

    6. Click PLAY to run the playlist. The clips will be played in the order they were entered in the playlist. The currently playing clip will indicate a status of PLAYING. The next clip on the list will indicate a status of CUED. Page 62 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 63: Loading A Playlist (File>Open)

    Triggering the Start Time is essentially the same as pressing the Play button, so it is possible to arm the start time while a list is playing, have the playback stop from a Hold or GPI Stop, and then restart when the Start Time triggers playback. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 63...

  • Page 64: Stopping A Playlist (Stop)

    JUMP also allows clips that have already been played to be immediately re- cued and played. In this case, the Playlist will restart from the selected clip, and subsequent events will be re-played in sequence. Page 64 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 65: Automatic Scrolling To Currently Playing Clip (Home)

    Lists can be edited or created on the PC and uploaded to the server. Playlists are found in the MAXX-2420-EX’s FTP directory in the lists folder. They are simple text files with the extension .lst. Refer to Appendix D, Playlist Management for more information.

  • Page 66: Editing Playlists

    It will appear at the end of the list after a label event that shows the name of the appended list. This operation can be performed during playback, allowing a new playlist to be loaded without interruption of programming. Page 66 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 67: Changing Duration Of Clips In Playlist

    Other events containing the same clip are not changed. Mapping GPO to Playlist Events The MAXX-2420-EX has twelve General Purpose Outputs, referred to as GPO 1 through 12. Any of these can be programmed to go active at a pre-determined time, or offset, after the beginning of a Playlist clip.

  • Page 68: Mapping Gpi To Control A Playlist

    Figure 25 - GPO Configuration Screen Figure 26 - GPO Editor Mapping GPI to Control a Playlist Playlists can be controlled with the twelve GPI Inputs. See Programming GPI Inputs on page 53. Page 68 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 69: Advanced Topics

    Advanced Topics System Timing The MAXX-2420-EX is equipped for use with an external genlock signal as a timing reference. This causes all outputs to be synchronous with other video signals in a facility. Adjustment of Genlock Timing will fine tune this synchronization to compensate for differences in equipment and wiring.

  • Page 70: Using Embedded Audio

    Using Embedded Audio The MAXX-2420-EX provides 8-channel embedded audio capability. Features include: • Synchronous 20-bit audio at a 48K sample rate. Non-genlocked audio and other sampling rates are not supported. • The server records and plays Group 1 and 2 audio, (channels 1-8). Up to 16 channels of audio may be present in some HD-SDI streams.

  • Page 71: Ganging Channels For Synchronized Playback

    Manual or automated control of the Master channel is all that is needed to play both the key and the fill. The MAXX-2420-EX can also be used to play two synchronized channels for 3-D applications.

  • Page 72: Combined Video And Graphics Capabilities

    Final Cut Pro®, Avid® Xpress, Liquid Edition, Vegas Video; and Adobe® After Effects®, Premiere® and Photoshop®. Animation sequences to be sent to the MAXX-2420-EX should be saved in QuickTime Animation format. The image size should be 1920x1080 interlaced (with Top Field First) or 1280x720 progressive.

  • Page 73: Still Frames

    In and Out points to this frame. Save the clip, or Save As to a new clip name. The selected frame will be displayed when the clip is played in the Playlist. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 73...

  • Page 74: Ftp File Transfers

    FTP File Transfers The MAXX-2420-EX connects over Gigabit Ethernet using an RFC-1359 compliant FTP server. File transfers to and from the server are managed from an FTP client file transfer program running on a Windows® or Macintosh® computer. This provides a rapid way to execute drag-and-drop file transfers;...
  • Page 75 “anonymous”, the other is “mxf”. The difference is that the files will be displayed and served in the .mxf format when logging in as mxf, or in the 360 Systems .vfc format when logging in as “anonymous”. Files of either type can be uploaded regardless of the login method, however it is best to log in as mxf to load .mxf files or anonymous to load .vfc files.
  • Page 76 When transferring clips via FTP, depending on the method used, either the material between the edit points or the entire clip is transferred. Page 76 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 77 When transferring edited material, keep in mind that you are making copies of the data on the target device. While subclips that reference the same video content on the original recordings take up minimal extra disk space, they could take considerably more space on the target storage. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 77...
  • Page 78 Always test file import before depending on it for broadcast. Some formats allow wide variation in the structure of files, and the parameters used in the video compression. MAXX- HD will not accept all possible variations; always test files from new sources before going on air. Page 78 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 79 JPEG2000 format .mxf files from the Grass Valley Infinity camcorder are also compatible. JPEG-2000 (.vcf) JPEG-2000 files are also available in .vcf, a proprietary 360 Systems format. This is a very simple collection of the native component files. It has some minor performance advantages over .mxf and can be useful in certain applications.
  • Page 80 FTP. See page 139 for further information on playlist file editing and management. As-Run Logs (.arl) As-Run logs are available as a document of content actually played. They may be extracted through FTP transfer. See page 65 for further information on using As-Run logs. Page 80 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 81: Using Maxx-Hd With The Edius Nle

    Edius timeline to operate directly in JPEG2000.) The Export button is at the lower right of the preview window. Clicking on it produces a drop-down menu: Select Print to File. The F11 key is a shortcut for this. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 81...
  • Page 82 Click on the arrow next to Advanced to expand the dialog. In the Advanced section, set up the parameters as shown in Figure 30 for 1080i, or Figure 31 for 720p. Figure 30 – Plug-In Selection and 1080i Configuration Page 82 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 83 Export (again refer to the bottom of Figure 30). For more information on the various parameters, refer to the Edius documentation. Click Export to start the export process. The dialog shown in Figure 32 will appear. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 83...
  • Page 84 Figure 32 – Export Dialog Select the Folder option and click Browse to specify the output directory. Enter a Clip Name. Leave Playlist selection set to “Same as clipname”. Click OK to start the Export. Page 84 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 85 Files from the MAXX-HD can be transferred to the Edius system via FTP. These files can then be included on the Edius timeline like any other video file. See the Edius documentation for information on importing clips into the editor. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 85...
  • Page 86 When starting a new project, you would simply double click on the Project Preset icon. To create a new Project Preset, Select New Preset and then choose the parameters shown in the following diagrams to create a 720p or 1080i Project Preset. Page 86 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 87 Figure 33 – 1080i Project Configuration Figure 34 – 720p Project Configuration Note that the VA track includes a stereo audio track, so the 6 “A” tracks make up the remainder of the 8 tracks used by MAXX-HD. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 87...

  • Page 88: Network Time Protocol

    The Network Time Protocol uses TCP/IP port number 123, so be sure the firewall is configured to allow access to this port per Figure 35. Figure 35 - NTP Network Block Diagram Page 88 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 89: Configuring Ntp

    York, for example, is the same as US/Eastern. Click the APPLY button to activate the settings, After changing the time zone a Quick Restart must be performed before changes become effective. Figure 36 - Date/Time Configuration Screen MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 89...
  • Page 90 The Name Servers and NTP Servers fields provide the information needed to reach the public time servers. The NTP Servers field contains a list of time servers, either by numeric IP address, or by site name (URL). Entries are separated by spaces. Page 90 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 91 Name Servers field blank, since there would be no URLs to be resolved. Note: Not all Network Time servers allow unlimited public access. Refer to www.ntp.org for more information. Click the APPLY button to save your changes. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 91...

  • Page 92: Automation Control

    Automation Control MAXX-2420-EX’s serial control inputs connect with many broadcast automation systems, instant replay panels, video switchers, and remote control devices. For compatibility with simple controllers and push buttons, the server also provides 12 GPI (contact closure) inputs, and 12 programmable command outputs.

  • Page 93: Configuring The Automation Interface

    This allows flexible assignment in control systems that limit choices of channel IDs, and also (with some systems) can reduce the possibility that, if the server is disconnected for any reason, the controller might have to be reset to resume communication. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 93...
  • Page 94 Source Directory as needed to air. The copies can then be deleted after airing without affecting the archived copy. • Content for different purposes can be grouped in folders, and selected by changing the Automation Source Directory. Page 94 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 95: Other Automation Options

    See the documentation for your controller or automation to find out how to set the preroll value. Due to various ways preroll commands are implemented in different systems, it may be sufficient to check only this box. A setting of 4 frames in the automation controller will then work correctly. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 95...
  • Page 96 Communication Port Parameters The serial data transfer parameters for the server are fixed and cannot be changed. These characteristics are common to all automation controllers: Baud Rate 38.4 K Baud Start Bits Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Page 96 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 97: Tested Automation Controllers

    Tested Automation Controllers The server has been tested by 360 Systems and the manufacturers of equipment listed below, and found to operate correctly. This list is not comprehensive, and the inclusion or absence of a product does not indicate a preference for any make or model. Operational variations do exist between makes and models.

  • Page 98: Remote Workstation Interface

    PC with Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7 installed. Other operating systems have not been tested and may not be supported. • 10 MB free space on the computer hard disk, plus 128 MB RAM. Page 98 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 99: About The Remote Workstation Interface

    A menu labeled Options appears at the upper-left of each server channel window. Clicking this menu presents a drop-down menu with a TAKE CONTROL option. Select this then click Yes in the confirmation dialog to give control of the video channel to your workstation. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 99...

  • Page 100: Installation

    C:\Program Files\MAXX2420-EX. After Installation A 360 Systems Remote Workstation icon will appear on your desktop. Double click the icon to open a remote session on the server. To change the target server you wish to access, right click on the Remote Workstation icon.

  • Page 101: Hard Disk Management

    The MAXX-2420-EX brings a high level of reliability to Serial-ATA RAID through a switched architecture that exceeds the reliability of SCSI shared-bus storage systems. The earlier shared-bus architecture of SCSI had inherent performance limitations due to arbitration latency, since only one drive may use the bus at a time.

  • Page 102: About Raid 5

    Figure 42: RAID 5 Array Schematic Improved Write Performance The server uses new designs to improve RAID-5 write performance for both large sequential and small random transactions. This advanced block caching firmware delivers extremely high performance for RAID-5 write operations. Page 102 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 103: Managing Disk Arrays

    Managing Disk Arrays The MAXX-2420-EX’s Disk Array Configuration Utility provides tools for monitoring and managing the disk array. Monitoring and troubleshooting programs automatically check the array, report problems and provide access to RAID status information and service options. If up to two drive faults should occur, it should not cause data loss; but remember that the drive array is degraded and no longer has fault tolerance.
  • Page 104 This task should not interfere with MAXX-2420-EX’s ability to record or play clips. The term “degraded” refers to the state of the Array data, not necessarily the hardware or disk drives themselves.

  • Page 105: Log-In To The Raid Utilities

    In the Login menu, click the drop down arrow and select ADMINISTRATOR. • In the Password window, make no entry; leave it blank. In the event this does not work, use the password “ 3ware ”. • Click the Login button to enter the Login Utilities. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 105...

  • Page 106: Determining The Condition Of The Raid Array

    To check the condition of the array in the RAID Status utility, perform the following steps. The screen above should appear. • Login as ADMINISTRATOR. • Note the Status on this Summary Screen. • If an error condition is indicated continue to next page. Page 106 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 107: Displaying The Alarm Log Of The Raid Array

    Unclean Shutdown Detected – Power was lost without an orderly shutdown sequence, and the parity information was not updated. Normally a Rebuild is all that is required. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 107...

  • Page 108: Checking Status Of The Drives

    Figure 47 - RAID Array Maintenance Screen To check the status of the RAID drive array, perform the following steps. The above screen should appear. • Select Management>Maintenance. • Note the status of each drive in the array. Page 108 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 109: Removing The Degraded Drive From The Raid Unit

    The Unit Maintenance screen above will appear. • Remove the degraded drive from the array unit by clicking [Remove Drive]. • Select the Rescan Controller option on the above screen to have the system recognize the drive as Available. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 109...

  • Page 110: Rebuilding The Raid Array

    • Press OK. The RAID array will begin rebuilding with the new drive. This process may take a long time, but the MAXX-2420-EX can still be used. • When complete, OK will be shown in the status for all ports on the Maintenance menu.

  • Page 111: Raid Controller Settings

    “Continue on Source Error during Rebuild” which when turned on relaxes the condition that any error found in the source material will stop the rebuild process. It is particularly critical that the Write Cache be checked. Figure 50 – RAID Controller Settings MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 111...

  • Page 112: Multi-Channel Audio

    Multi-Channel Audio Audio Input/Output Modules In addition to embedded audio, provided as a standard feature on the MAXX-2420-EX, an analog audio and a digital audio I/O module are available as optional accessories. Each provides for a total of eight audio channels on XLR-3 connectors, for each video input or output.

  • Page 113: Dxp-1 Technical Specifications

    24-bit Sampling Frequency 48 kHz Audio connector XLR-3, gold plated Data connection to server 68-pin x 1-meter cable connects DXP-2 to MAXX-2420-EX Audio synchronization Derived from video genlock Dolby® compatibility Bit-for-Bit® reproduction of compressed audio data Dimensions 3½” x 19” x 5¼“ [90 x 483 x 133mm] HWD.

  • Page 114: Axp3/Axp4 Technical Specifications

    20 dB above nominal +4 dBu operating level Audio connector XLR-3, gold plated Data connection 68-pin x 1-meter cable connects AXP to MAXX-2420-EX Dimensions 3½” x 19” x 5¼“ [90 x 483 x 133mm] HWD. Weight 8 lb [3.6 kg] net Power 100 –...

  • Page 115: Maintenance

    FLASHING indicates that the CPU or Shut down the server and contact 360 other temperature or voltage reading Systems Customer Support for further is not within manufacturer’s hardware diagnosis. specification. Repairs should be performed only by qualified electronics technicians. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 115...

  • Page 116: Gigabit Ethernet Indicators

    Removing the Top Cover Use a No. 2 Philips head screwdriver to remove the 13 screws attaching the top cover, and then lift it off. Page 116 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 117: General Handling Precautions

    Prior to installation, keep disk drives stored in a foam-lined protective carton to protect them from physical damage. Installing/Removing I/O Cards Request separate repair and replacement part documentation from 360 Systems’ Technical Service Department. Tel: +1 (818) 991-0360. Any repair, adjustment or service operation must be performed by a qualified technician.

  • Page 118: Program Updates From Usb Memory

    1. Discontinue all record, play, network transfer or system-level operations. 2. With power applied, insert a 360 Systems USB Flash Drive into a USB a socket. 3. Press the front panel power switch briefly to shutdown the server. 4. Wait 5 seconds, then press the front panel power switch again to boot from the USB Flash Drive.

  • Page 119: Updating Firmware

    4. Insert the flash memory stick that was supplied with the firmware. Wait several seconds for the system to recognize the flash drive. 5. In the terminal window, type: loadflash Enter You will see messages like the following: MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 119...
  • Page 120 If any of the banks indicate an error during the erase, verify, or programming phases, IMMEDIATELY repeat the operation “loadflash Enter” without doing any other operation. If the procedure still fails, perform the “loadflash Enter” procedure again. Should you still encounter a problem, please contact 360 Systems technical support. Page 120 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 121: Replacing A Hard Drive

    CAUTION: Do not install drives that are not approved by 360 Systems. All drives in the RAID array must be of a similar model family and the same or greater capacity.

  • Page 122: Factory Repair Policy

    Factory Repair Policy A video server being returned under warranty shall be sent to 360 Systems, freight prepaid, in the original or equivalent packaging. Call 360 Systems for a return authorization number before returning a product. Have your serial number and software version number available for reference.
  • Page 123 Equipment directive (RoHS) - 2002/95/EC. The materials and substances listed in the RoHS directive, specifically lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBB and PBDE's, are not intentionally added to, or believed to be contained in this product. CE Mark Testing to be completed before shipment to the EU. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 123...

  • Page 124: Product Warranty

    360 Systems will, at its option, repair or replace the product without charge. 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 125: End User License Agreement

    For Server Software IMPORTANT THIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU (“YOU”) AND 360 SYSTEMS® (“COMPANY”). COMPANY IS WILLING TO LICENSE THE SERVER SOFTWARE TO YOU ONLY UPON THE CONDITION THAT YOU ACCEPT ALL OF THE TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”).
  • Page 126 Agreement affected shall be modified to remove such conflict and permit compliance with such law, and as so modified this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect. This Agreement may not be assigned without the consent of Company. Page 126 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 127: Appendix A

    " + " IGITAL " – " COMMON IGITAL HELL RAME GROUND RAME GROUND Serial Control Connector Pinout DB9-F Connector Transmit A (TX–) Receive B (RX+) Transmit B (TX+) Receive A (RX-) Shell Frame ground MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 127...

  • Page 128: Bnc Connectors

    21, 22 +5V S (200 OURCE GPO 2 (8) GPO 1 (7) GPO 4 (10) GPO 3 (9) GPO 6 (12) GPO 5 (11) Warning: Incorrect wiring of GPIO connector may damage its interface circuitry. Page 128 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 129 GPI 4 RTN GPI 5 GPI 5 RTN GPI 6 GPI 6 RTN GPO 1 GPO 2 GPO 3 OUTPUTS GPO 4 GPO 5 GPO 6 +5V, 200mA MAX SOURCE SIGNAL GND Figure 31: GPIO Connection Schematic MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 129...

  • Page 130: System Board Ports

    SVGA screen resolution of 1024 x 768 and 64,000 colors. The refresh rate will auto-negotiate with the attached monitor to achieve the best available value. This resolution is best viewed on 17-inch or larger monitors. Use only VESA compliant monitors. 360 Systems does not provide a monitor with the server.

  • Page 131: Appendix B

    Sort Mode Close Port Select Port 2X / AX Record Initialize 2X / AX Play Cue 2X / AX Cue with Data 2X / AX Delete ID 2X / AX Record Init with Data Preset MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 131...
  • Page 132 Compression Settings Request 3X / BX ID's Added List List ID's Added 3X / BX ID's Deleted List List ID's Deleted AX and BX versions are long-filename variants. Macro commands (5X/DX in CMD-1) are not implemented. Page 132 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 133: P2 (Bvw) Serial Command Table

    41.36 IMER ELECT 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 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 133...

  • Page 134: Odetics® Protocol

    IMER ISABLE OMMAND HAS NO EFFECT 2055 IMER NABLE OMMAND HAS NO EFFECT 2X5C DMC S ORWARD OMMAND HAS NO EFFECT 2X5D DMC S EVERSE OMMAND HAS NO EFFECT 2060 EE O 2061 EE O Page 134 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 135 UTPUT HROMA EVEL OMMAND HAS NO EFFECT 4X98 UTPUT HASE OMMAND HAS NO EFFECT 4X99 SC P UTPUT HASE OMMAND HAS NO EFFECT 4X9A UTPUT IDEO OMMAND HAS NO EFFECT 6X0A TC G ENSE 0X7408 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 135...
  • Page 136 0X891C AXIMUM TORAGE ENGTH DETICS COMMAND AX20 EVICE DETICS COMMAND A021 ID R 0X8821 EVICE EQUEST DETICS COMMAND CX01 UMP FORWARD FRAMES DETICS COMMAND CX02 UMP BACK FRAMES DETICS COMMAND CX03 ET LOADED DETICS COMMAND Page 136 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 137: Appendix C

    Rack mounting: 3.47” x 19” x 23.41” (88 x 483 x 595 mm) HWD. Cooling Multiple fans Weight Approx 50 lbs (23 Kg) net Agency Approvals ETL Intertek, FCC Class A, RoHS Country of Origin Made in U.S.A. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 137...

  • Page 138: Keyboard Shortcuts

    . ; : (any) Expands Transport Menu Shifts time code left Toggles between Mark In Alt+C Expands Configure Menu and Mark Out times Alt+P Expands Playlist Menu Alt+W Expands Window Menu Alt+H Expands Help menu Page 138 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 139: Appendix D

    .lst. Below is an example of a playlist as it appears in the GUI and its corresponding .lst file: Playlist Example #360PLAYLIST 2.0 #StartTime 13000100 #Loop 0 "/Public Service Announcement" "/Adverts/Commercial" "<HOLD>", HOLD "/Sitcom",#1@0;10 "/Movie of the Week",#2@15;1000,#6@1245000;400 "/Documentary", SKIP "/Still Frame" "/Still Frame 2", frames=150 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 139...
  • Page 140 (Mark In to Mark Out). You cannot make the clip “loop” by specifying a longer duration. When opening Playlist files in a text editor, you may have to change the file type to “All Files” to be able to see files with the .lst extension. Page 140 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 141 Save the file as a raw text file, and replace the .txt extension with .lst. File names should be limited to 31 characters. When transferring .lst files via FTP, always specify Binary mode. Do not use ASCII or Auto. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 141...

  • Page 142: Appendix E

    5 10:56:00 00:00:30:00 Bank of America – Gold Years PLAYED OK 6 10:56:30 00:07:18:05 RICKI WEDNESDAY – SEG 1 PLAYED OK Periodically, old logs should be deleted using the Delete command on your FTP client software. Page 142 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 143: As-Run Log Page Header

    CLIPPED - Less than the full length played. SKIPPED – The clip was skipped over because it was deselected (unchecked) or playback was order was modified by CUE or JUMP STOPPED – The clip was stopped during playout. MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 143...

  • Page 144: Appendix F

    Appendix F Mechanical Drawing Figure 32: Dimensional Drawing Page 144 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 145: Index

    Fax..............122 Cascade Windows ..........31 Telephone...........122 Channel Ganging ..........71 Website ............122 Channel View 3D Playback............71 Playlist............35 Address, 360 Systems ........122 Transport ............33 AES/EBU............127 Clip Navigator........... 57 Animation Import ..........72 Clips Appending a Playlist..........66 Deleting............57 Applications ............17 Filtering display ..........
  • Page 146 Ignore Preroll Commands........95 Serial Control..........92 In Point Display..........49 Odetics® Protocol ........... 134 Initial System Configuration.......37 On-Screen Inputs Main Menu........... 30 Genlock ............25 Operations ............29 Time Code ............25 Options Menu Video............24 Playlist View..........36 Page 146 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 147 System Board Ports.......... 130 Reboot ..............29 System Configuration Options......37 Record Configuration Options......39 System Cooling ..........20 Recording............39, 42 System LED............. 115 Regular Expressions...........59 System Menu Bar ..........31 REGULATORY COMPLIANCE ......122 System Timing ..........69 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual Page 147...
  • Page 148 Video Sync Source Setting......... 37 Transport Menu Bar...........33 Warranty............124 Trouble Shooting..........115 Windows Menu Updating Firmware .........119 Cascade ............31 UPS power conditioning ........20 Tile ............... 31 USB..............26 Wiring Firmware Updates........119 GPIO Schematic ......... 129 Program Updates ........118 Page 148 MAXX-2420-EX Owner’s Manual...

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