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  • Page 1 manual O P E R A T I O N S...
  • Page 2 MAXX-2400HD ™ High Definition Video Server P/N 700-119-000x Operations Manual Rev 9 April 2012 Software Version 1.08.561 Copyright © 2012, 360 Systems All rights reserved Printed in the United States of America...
  • Page 3 Changes in this revision: Add top panel removal instructions for TST chassis. Correct GPIO pinouts and schematic. Remove reference to unsupported file format. Page 2 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Control Module (CXP) Connections ............27 Serial Control Ports for Channels 1, 2, 3 & 4 ......28 GPI Control................28 Basic Operations______________________________________________________ 29 The Server Desktop................29 Launching the Graphic User Interface ........29 Shutting Down the Server ............29 Graphic User Interface Overview............30 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 3...
  • Page 5 System Configuration................51 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 6 Combined Video and Graphics Capabilities .......72 Importing TARGA Graphics Files ..........72 Still Frames ................72 FTP File Transfers ...............73 Using MAXX-HD with the Edius NLE .............79 Network Time Protocol ________________________________________________ 86 Automatic Date/Time Updates ...........86 Connecting to the Network ............86 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 5...
  • Page 7 Opening the Front Panel ............115 Removing the Top Cover ............115 General Handling Precautions..........116 Installing/Removing I/O Cards..........116 Software Updates From CD-Rom ............117 Program Updates from USB Memory ...........118 Updating Firmware ................119 Replacing a Hard Drive ...............121 Factory Repair Policy ................121 Page 6 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 8 Appendix D _________________________________________________________ 138 Playlist Management Detail ..............138 Appendix E__________________________________________________________ 141 As-Run Logging Detail .................141 As-Run Naming Convention.............141 Sample As-Run Log ..............141 As-Run Log Page Header............142 As-Run Log Body ..............142 Appendix F__________________________________________________________ 143 Mechanical Drawing................143 Index_______________________________________________________________ 144 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 7...

  • Page 10: Preface

    Connector or indicator labeling that appears on the unit is shown in Arial Narrow Bold. • GUI menu items are shown in Arial Bold. • Text typed into the GUI and Key Commands are shown in Courier Bold. • GUI sub-menu paths are shown by the > symbol. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 9...

  • Page 11: Safety Notices

    Prevent the power cord from being walked on, pinched, or abraded. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this unit to rain or moisture. Remove jewelry such as watches or metallic necklaces before servicing this equipment. Page 10 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 12: Product Damage Precautions

    Product Damage Precautions • 360 Systems’ MAXX-2400HD™ server contains hard disk drives and other fragile electronic and mechanical devices. While designed to be very reliable, it is still vulnerable to shock. Handle with care, and exercise caution not to drop or bump the server as damage to internal components may result.

  • Page 13: Introduction

    AES/EBU digital audio (Model DXP-1); and either 4 or 8 channels of +4 balanced analog audio (Model AXP-3 and AXP-4). MAXX-2400HD’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 It’s a first choice for many new cameras and servers, and its easy-to-edit I-frame format is accepted by an increasing number of NLEs. The MAXX-2400HD runs at a wide range of video rates, making it an excellent choice for production, broadcast, and even high-quality projection.
  • Page 15 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 editing, play-to-air and archiving.

  • Page 16: Key Features And Benefits

    The MAXX-2400HD 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-2400HD 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

    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. Please consider these options at the time of your purchase, or shortly after.

  • Page 19: Installation

    CAUTION! The MAXX-2400HD server weighs more than 90 pounds [40 kg]. Always use safe two-man lifting techniques when handling it. Package Contents Confirm that all items on the packing list have been received.

  • 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. Continuous Conversion UPS Design This improved design, sometimes called ‘double conversion’...
  • Page 21 The minimum requirement for the MAXX-2400HD server is 3 amps. Server Operating Environment A video server is the most critical element in a broadcast operation. Its installation should safeguard it from every external event that can interfere with it doing the task expected of it.

  • Page 22: About Server Software

    Consider installing a humidifier to reduce the likelihood of static discharge. About Server Software The MAXX-2400HD is shipped with its application programs and operating system installed. The first time that it is started, it must be connected to a keyboard, monitor and mouse. The server will ask you to accept the Software Licensing Agreement before it will operate.

  • Page 23: Rack Mounting

    Extend the slides in the slide rails. Carefully mate them with the rails on the sides of the MAXX-2400HD – this process requires at least two people unless an adjustable lift is available. Slide the MAXX-2400HD into the rack.

  • Page 24: Connecting The Monitor, Mouse And Keyboard

    The MAXX-2400HD is not shipped with a video monitor. Select a VESA-compliant CRT or LCD monitor with a minimum refresh rate of 75 Hz. Note that the MAXX-2400HD may not start correctly if an unsuitable monitor is connected. Connect the monitor to the VGA port on the rear of the unit.

  • Page 25: Rear Panel Connections

    Rear Panel Connections Figure 2 indicates the Rear Panel connections on MAXX-2400HD. Each connection is described briefly in the following text. Make all connections appropriate to other equipment before applying power to the MAXX-2400HD. Figure 2 - Rear Panel Detail...
  • Page 26 A VESA-compliant computer monitor may be connected to the 15-pin VGA video port. The MAXX-2400HD 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. Do MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 27 Shutdown the system only by momentarily pressing the front panel power button, or through the SHUTDOWN command on the On-Screen user interface. PRESSING THE FRONT PANEL POWER BUTTON FOR FOUR SECONDS WILL FORCE A SHUTDOWN. USE THIS METHOD ONLY IF THE UNIT IS NOT RESPONDING. Page 26 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 28: Audio Module 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-2400HD is clearly marked. Connect the CXP module per Figure 4. Be certain it is properly connected before applying power.

  • Page 29: Serial Control Ports For Channels 1, 2, 3 & 4

    PLAY, STOP, or RECORD through simple external switches. The MAXX-2400HD 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 30: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 29...

  • Page 31: Graphic User Interface Overview

    Windows can be moved, resized and overlapped by dragging the title bar, window edges, or the resize tab at the lower right corner of a window. The CTRL+TAB key combination will also place the activated window in front of all other windows. Page 30 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 32: System Menu Bar

    Tile. In addition, there are selections for each open transport window. Selecting one of these brings that transport to the top of the display and makes it the active window. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 31...

  • Page 33: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 34: The Transport Channel View

    Key Command – Ctrl+N. Open Opens the Clip Navigator to allow choosing a clip to load into the transport. Key Command – Ctrl+O. Save Saves an edited clip using its existing file name. Key Command – Ctrl+S. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 33...

  • Page 35: Options Menu

    Key Command – Ctrl+T. Configure Opens the video channel’s Configuration dialog. See pages 37. Key Command – Ctrl+C. Go To Opens the video channel’s Frame Locator. See page 47. Key Command – Ctrl+G. Page 34 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 36: 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. Key Command – Ctrl+S. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 35...

  • Page 37: 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. Key Command – Ctrl+C. Page 36 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 38: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 37...
  • Page 39 Figure 9 – Selecting Video Format The MAXX-2400HD 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 40: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 39...

  • Page 41: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 42: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 41...

  • Page 43: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 44: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 43...

  • Page 45: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 46 If the input is not synchronous with genlock, it may roll vertically. E-E mode is not intended to be used on-air, only as a production tool. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 45...

  • Page 47: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 48: Ejecting A Clip

    4x, 16x, 64x, and 128x. Audio does not play at any speed beyond +2X/-1X. Slow Motion Playback The MAXX-2400HD will play smooth slow-motion video in forward or reverse, at any speed from zero to 2X. Direction can be instantly changed, using either the GUI or a desk-top controller.

  • Page 49: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 50: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 49...
  • Page 51 It will cue the clip to three seconds before the Mark Out point (or EOM, if no Mark Out Point exists) and then begin playback. Review Out will stop at the Mark Out Point. Page 50 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 52: 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 15 - Configure Names Screen MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 51...

  • Page 53: Programming Gpio Outputs

    Programming GPIO Outputs The MAXX-2400HD 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: IDLE Transport returns to idle...

  • Page 54: Programming Gpi Inputs

    Programming GPI Inputs The MAXX-2400HD 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 JUMP Cue selected clip for immediate playback (Playlist Mode only)

  • Page 55: Configuring The Ethernet Network

    Configuring the Ethernet Network MAXX-2400HD 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 56 The server is designed to be used in a private dedicated video network. A firewall 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 55...

  • Page 57: 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 86. Note: A System Restart is required for a Time Zone change to take effect. Page 56 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 58: Clip Navigator

    Clip Navigator The MAXX-2400HD’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 59: Finding Clips Using Wildcards

    The following wildcard conventions may be used in a search when Use Regular Expressions is unchecked. Match anything. For example, to find all clips starting with “xyz”, use the pattern “ ”. To xyz* find all clips containing “2008” use “ ”. *2008* Match any single character. Page 58 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 60: Finding Clips Using Regular Expressions

    Show” but not “Now Showing” or "NewShow”. “ “ will match any clip with a space in the name. The subject of Regular Expressions is much larger than can be covered here. Further information will be found on the internet. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 59...

  • Page 61: Using Playlists

    Using Playlists MAXX-2400HD’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 62: The Playlist View

    EDIT Checkbox ARM START TIME Enable Scheduled Start Time ( Page 63 ) ARM START TIME Checkbox HOME Scroll to currently playing Clip ( Page 64 ) HOME Button Table 1 - Playlist Control Functions MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 61...

  • Page 63: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 64: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 63...

  • Page 65: Stopping A Playlist (Stop)

    This is helpful if you have manually scrolled elsewhere in a large Playlist. Once this is done, the display will also maintain the currently-playing clip within the window, if EDIT is off Page 64 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 66: Set Maximum Number Of Items To Keep

    To remove a Clip from a Playlist: • Make sure the clip to be removed is not PLAYING or CUED. • Position the cursor over the Clip and right-click. Select REMOVE from the pulldown menu. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 65...

  • Page 67: Removing Clips Above Or Below The Selected Clip

    7H would set 7 hour duration. 31m would set 31 minutes. 15s would set 15 seconds. NOTE: The Clip duration is affected only within the Playlist, for this event. The duration of the source clip is not changed. Other events containing the same clip are not changed. Page 66 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 68: Mapping Gpo To Playlist Events

    Mapping GPO to Playlist Events The MAXX-2400HD 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. An active duration can also be set, after which the output again goes inactive. In all cases, every output will go inactive when a clip ends.

  • Page 69: Mapping Gpi To Control A Playlist

    Figure 27 - 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 70: Advanced Topics

    Advanced Topics System Timing The MAXX-2400HD 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 Lines will fine tune this synchronization to compensate for differences in equipment and wiring.

  • Page 71: Using Embedded Audio

    Using Audio Sample Rate Conversion A check-box is provided to engage built-in sample rate converters for incoming AES/EBU audio tracks, which are then converted to a 48K broadcast standard synchronized by video genlock. Sample Rate Conversion does not apply to analog or Embedded audio.

  • Page 72: 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-2400HD can also be used to play two synchronized channels for 3-D applications.

  • Page 73: Combined Video And Graphics Capabilities

    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. Page 72 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 74: Ftp File Transfers

    FTP File Transfers The MAXX-2400HD 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 Enter the username “mxf”, and the password “mxf”, or • Enter “anonymous” as the user name or check the “anonymous” checkbox on the login screen. If a password is required it can be any real or fictional email address. Page 74 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 76 Interrupted and Resumed Transfers If a transfer is interrupted (for example, by a dropped connection) the transfer must be restarted. Resumption of a partial transfer is not possible. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 75...
  • Page 77 In Point and Out Point. • To maintain the identity of the transferred clip, the time code references for its Mark- In/Out points are maintained, as shown in Figure 29 Page 76 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 78 Figure 29 – Result of an MXF file transfer Before Transfer (On Source MAXX) 00:00:00;00 00:30:00;00 CLIP_A 00:10:00;00 00:20:00;00 IN POINT OUT POINT After Transfer (On Target MAXX) 00:20:00;00 00:10:00;00 CLIP_A.vfc Figure 30 – Result of a VFC file transfer MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 77...
  • Page 79 The MAXX will only accept files that contain compatible formats as defined below. 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;...

  • Page 80: Using Maxx-Hd With The Edius Nle

    The Export process is applicable regardless of how Edius is configured. (Later we will discuss how to configure the 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: MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 79...
  • Page 81 In and Out markers. Select Enable Conversion. Click on the arrow next to Advanced to expand the dialog. In the Advanced section, set up the parameters as shown in Figure 31 for 1080i, or Figure 32 for 720p. Page 80 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 82 Figure 31) to save the settings as a Preset. Enter the desired Preset Name and Description. The recommended bit rate is 75 Mbps. The Audio Format is 24bit/8ch, even if your source is 16 bit or fewer channels. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 81...
  • Page 83 Figure 33 – 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 82 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 84 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 83...
  • Page 85 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 84 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 86 Figure 34 – 1080i Project Configuration Figure 35 – 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 85...

  • Page 87: Network Time Protocol

    Network Time Protocol Automatic Date/Time Updates When using server play-lists in broadcast applications, an accurate record is often needed of what was played and when. The server’s As-Run logging feature creates such a record, time stamping each played clip using the machine’s internal date/time clock. Very accurate time stamping can be achieved by synchronizing the server’s clock to an external time base that is...

  • Page 88: Configuring Ntp

    America/New 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 37 - Date/Time Configuration Screen MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 87...
  • Page 89 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 88 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 90 Name Servers field blank, since there would be no URLs to be resolved. Note: Not all Time servers allow unlimited public access. Refer to www.ntp.org for more information. Click the APPLY button to save your changes. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 89...

  • Page 91: Automation Control

    Automation Control MAXX-2400HD’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 92: Configuring The Automation Interface

    If necessary turn on “Assigned Serial Ports” in VDCP Options – this will force VDCP to control the channel corresponding to the serial port it is connected to regardless of the channel ID in the control messages. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 91...
  • Page 93 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 92 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 94: Other Automation Options

    Segregating material for different broadcast channels • Content can be placed in a folder for each channel, and played out by separate automation systems or controllers. Each channel can run completely independently – there can be duplicate file names with different content, and the opportunity for airing content on the wrong channel is greatly reduced.
  • Page 95 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 94 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 96: Tested Automation Controllers

    ALSO USED WITH DNF SHOT BOX DNF C 300-SSM -75, ONTROLS ALSO ODETICS PROTOCOL SM-2 SLOW MOTION CONTROLLER VTC-4000 -75, ALSO ODETICS PROTOCOL VDCP ALSO ODETICS PROTOCOL TDC-100 ANCE ESIGNS DETICS MODE VDCP YSTEMS CTIV ALL VDCP PRODUCTS SAME MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 95...

  • Page 97: 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 96 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 98: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 97...

  • Page 99: Installation

    Remote Workstation, it is possible to make copies of the Remote Workstation icon and change the IP address of each to allow one-click access to any number of MAXX-2400HD servers. Simply right click on the Remote Workstation icon and select Copy from the pop-up menu. Next, right click anywhere on the desktop and select Paste.

  • Page 100: Hard Disk Management

    Hard Disk Management MAXX-2400HD employs an advanced Serial-ATA controller that manages twelve high- capacity hard disks operating in a RAID-6 configuration. This design increases system performance, and by storing parity data, can survive the loss of up to two drives in the array without data loss.

  • Page 101: About Raid 6

    Improved Write Performance The Image Server uses new designs to improve RAID-6 write performance for both large sequential and small random transactions. This advanced block caching firmware delivers extremely high performance for RAID-6 write operations. Page 100 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 102: Managing Disk Arrays

    Degraded, indicated by "Degraded" on the Array Unit 0 status line; • Verifying, indicated by "Verifying x%" on the Array Unit 0 status line. • Rebuilding, indicated by "Rebuilding x%" on the Array Unit 0 status line. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 101...
  • Page 103 A hard disk array must be repaired using exactly the same drive model and capacity as other drives in the array. Because specific drive models become unavailable as time goes on, 360 Systems recommends that maintenance spares be purchased at the same time as the Image Server. Page 102 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 104: Log-In To The Raid Utilities

    In the Login window, enter 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 103...

  • Page 105: Determining The Condition Of The Raid Array

    To replace a failed drive in the RAID control utility, perform the following steps. The above screen should appear. • Login as ADMINISTRATOR. • Note the ERROR STATUS on this Summary Screen. • If an error condition is indicated continue to next page. Page 104 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 106: Displaying The Alarm Log Of The Raid Array

    Several may occur within a very short period (seconds to a few minutes.). Multiple such errors within a few days may indicate an impending drive failure. Unclean Shutdown Detected – Power was lost without an orderly shutdown sequence, and the parity information was not updated. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 105...

  • Page 107: Checking Status Of The Drives

    Figure 48 - 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 106 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 108: Removing The Degraded Drive From The Raid Unit

    The UNIT MAINTENANCE SCREEN above will appear. • Remove the degraded drive from the menu by clicking Remove Drive. • Select the Rescan Controller option on the above screen to have the system recognize the drive as Available. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 107...

  • Page 109: 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 Image Server can still be used. • When complete, OK will be shown in the status for all ports on the MAINTENANCE menu. Page 108 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 110: Replacing Hard Drives

    C. With the blue latch still extended, gently slide the tray into the bay until you feel it “seat”. Press on the latch to lock the drive into place. Return the panel to its normal position. Figure 51 - Front Panel Opened – Disk Unlatched MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 109...

  • 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. Page 110 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • 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-2400HD, 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-2 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-2400HD 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-2400HD Dimensions 3½” x 19” x 5¼“ [90 x 483 x 133mm] HWD. Weight 8 lb [3.6 kg] net Power 100 –...

  • Page 115: Maintenance

    Shut down the server and contact 360 is running slow, or stopped; or that the Systems Customer Support for further CPU temperature or voltage is not hardware diagnosis. within manufacturer’s specification. Repairs should be performed only by qualified electronics technicians. Page 114 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 116: Gigabit Ethernet Indicators

    (On older model servers, there may be latch buttons on the top panel. Press down on the two latch buttons simultaneously, slide the cover toward the rear of the chassis, then lift.) MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 115...

  • 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 Refer to separate maintenance documents on the MAXX-2400HD. Any repair, adjustment or service operation must be performed by a qualified technician. Page 116...

  • Page 118: Software Updates From Cd-Rom

    Software Updates From CD-Rom Program updates for MAXX-2400HD may be issued periodically. The operating system and application programs can be updated with the internal CD-ROM drive. The current software version may be determined by looking in the GUI Help>About dialog box.

  • Page 119: Program Updates From Usb Memory

    Program Updates from USB Memory Program updates for the MAXX-2400HD may be issued from time to time. The server’s operating system and application programs can be updated by the user from a USB Flash Drive distributed by 360 Systems. The current software version is determined by looking in the GUI Help>About dialog box.

  • Page 120: 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-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 119...
  • Page 121 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 this entire procedure again. Should you still encounter a problem, please contact 360 Systems technical support. Page 120 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 122: Replacing A Hard Drive

    Use the following address for shipping and correspondence. 360 Systems’ offices are open Monday through Friday, from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Pacific Time. 360 Systems Telephone (818) 991-0360 Customer Service Dept. (818) 991-1360 31355 Agoura Road E-mail info@360systems.com Westlake Village, CA 91361 Website www.360systems.com MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 121...

  • Page 123: Regulatory Certifications

    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. Page 122 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 124: Product Warranty

    This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or region to region. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 123...

  • Page 125: End User License Agreement

    Company other legal remedies. You may not disclose any of Company’s proprietary or trade secret information relating to the Software to any third party. Page 124 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • 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. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 125...

  • 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 Page 126 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • 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. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 127...
  • Page 129 GPO 2 GPO 3 OUTPUTS GPO 4 GPO 5 GPO 6 +5V, 200mA MAX SOURCE SIGNAL GND Figure 52 - GPIO Connection Schematic This applies to connector 1, outputs 1-6. Outputs 7-12 can be wired similarly. Page 128 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 130: System Board Ports

    (USB ports may be used for software/firmware update devices only. There are no provisions for USB keyboard, mouse or mass storage devices, and their use may cause the server to operate improperly.) MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 129...

  • 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 Page 130 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • 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. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 131...

  • Page 133: P2 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 Page 132 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • 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 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 133...
  • 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 Page 134 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • 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 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 135...

  • Page 137: Appendix C

    Rack mounting: 3.5” x 19” x 18.5” (90 x 483 x 470 mm) HWD. Cooling Multiple fans Weight Approx 100 lbs (45 Kg) net Agency Approvals UL, C-UL, FCC Class A, CE, RoHS Country of Origin Made in U.S.A. Page 136 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • 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 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 137...

  • 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 Page 138 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • 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. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 139...
  • 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. Page 140 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • 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. MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 141...

  • 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. Page 142 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 144: Appendix F

    Appendix F Mechanical Drawing Figure 32: Dimensional Drawing MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 143...

  • Page 145: Index

    Duration Display ..........50 GoTo ............47 DXP-2 Digital Audio Module ......104 DXP-2 Technical Specifications....... 105 Jog - ..............47 Jog + ............47 Edit Menu ............31 Mark In Point ..........49 Editing Mark Out Point ..........50 Clip .............. 49 Page 144 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 146 Installation ............18 Out Point Display ..........50 Installing/Removing Outputs I/O Cards ............109 Video............25 Introduction ............12 Jog Buttons ............47 Command Table ......... 125 JPEG 2000 (.jpv) Serial Control..........83 JPEG-200 File Format ........77 Pause ..............46 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 145...
  • Page 147 Report Play (vs Still) At End .......86 LTC............... 25 Restart ...............29 Time Code Source Review Clip Button ...........50 Setting ............42 Review Out Point Button........50 Top Cover RFI/EMI interference ..........20 Removing ........... 108 Sample Rate Conversion........71 Transfer Rate Page 146 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual...
  • Page 148 Program Updates ........111 Warranty............116 VANC Line Selections ........42 Windows Menu Vari-Play 0 Equals Pause ........86 Cascade ............31 Vari-Play 1X Equals Play........86 Tile ............... 31 VDCP Wiring Command Table .........123 GPIO Schematic ......... 121 Controllers ............88 MAXX-2400HD Owner’s Manual Page 147...

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