Page 1 M-Series INTELLIGENT VIDEO DIGITAL RECORDER User Manual SOFTWARE VERSION 2.0 071-8327-01 APRIL 2005 the mos t watched worl dwide...
Page 2 Broadcast and Media Solutions, Inc., P.O. Box 59900, Nevada City, California 95959-7900 Trademarks Grass Valley, M-Series, Profile, and Profile XP are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Thomson Broadcast and Media Solutions, Inc. in the United States and/or other countries.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Finding Information ................... 11 About this manual....................11 Getting more information ..................13 Grass Valley Product Support ................. 14 Safety Summaries ....................15 Chapter 1 Installing the M-Series iVDR Making connections for basic operation ..............22 M-122A/M-222A: Recorder input connections............ 22 M-122A/M-222A: Player output connections ............
Page 4 Adjusting the jog/shuttle knob ranges ..............126 Enabling rear panel audio monitor volume control ..........127 Setting start record button sequence ..............127 Selecting full screen monitor mode ..............128 Adding and removing network host names ............. 130 M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 5 Adding a cue point....................171 Removing a cue point ..................171 Jump to the selected cue point................171 Jump to the next cue point................. 172 Renaming a cue point..................172 Viewing clip properties .................... 173 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 6 Viewing play event properties ................210 Renaming an event .................... 211 Locating the source clip..................211 Managing sections in the list ................... 212 Adding and removing sections ................212 Moving sections in the list .................. 213 M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 7 Sending media to a file or a device ................. 262 Sending media to a file ..................262 Sending assets to another machine ..............265 Guide to using the Transfer Monitor ................ 267 Starting the Transfer Monitor................267 Transfer Monitor pages and buttons..............267 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 8 Operational specifications ..................306 Video codec description ..................306 Vertical blanking interval compression ............... 306 Media file system performance ................307 Video network performance ................307 AVI file encoding requirements for importing ............. 307 M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 9 Adjusting rack-mount brackets ................314 Rear panel connector pin-outs ................315 RS-422 connector pinouts .................. 315 LTC connectors pinouts..................315 Analog audio connector pinouts ................. 316 GPI I/O connector pinouts .................. 316 Index ........................317 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 10 Contents M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 11: Finding Information
How this manual is organized This manual is organized around the tasks required to install, configure, and operate the M-Series iVDR. The following describes the chapters included in this manual: Chapter 1, Installing the M-Series iVDR — Describes how to make rear panel connections and configure the iVDR for basic operation.
Page 12 • — Contains the latest information about M-Series iVDR Release Notes the M-Series iVDR software shipped on your system. The information in this document includes software upgrade instructions, software specifications and requirements, feature changes from the previous releases, and any known problems.
Page 13: Getting More Information
Help Online help for the application is displayed. Printed manuals in PDF format All printed manuals are available in the Acrobat file format (pdf) on the M-Series iVDR System Software CD-ROM. The manuals are located in the CD-ROM Documentation directory.
Page 14: Grass Valley Product Support
Grass Valley Product Support To get technical assistance, check on the status of problems, or report new problems, contact Grass Valley Product Support via e-mail, the Web, or by phone or fax. Web Technical Support To access support information on the Web, visit the product support Web page on the Grass Valley Web site.
Page 15: Safety Summaries
Product Damage Precautions Use Proper Power Source Do not operate this product from a power source that applies more than the voltage specified. Provide Proper Ventilation To prevent product overheating, provide proper ventilation. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 16: Safety Terms And Symbols
CAUTION indicates a hazard to property including the product. Symbols on the Product The following symbols may appear on the product: DANGER high voltage Protective ground (earth) terminal ATTENTION – refer to manual M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 17 Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Grass Valley can affect emission compliance and could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
Page 18 “Radiation of Laser Products, Equipment Classification, Requirements and User’s Guide,” governs laser products outside the United States. Europe and member nations of the European Free Trade Association fall under the jurisdiction of the Comité Européen de Normalization Electrotechnique (CENELEC). M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 19 C22.2 No. 60950-00 Electrical Business Equipment (Third edition). 12/01/2000 IEC 950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment, including Electrical Business Equipment (Third edition, 1999). EN60950 Safety of Information Technology Equipment, including Electrical Business Equipment (Third Edition 2000). 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 20 Safety Summaries M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 21: Installing The M-Series Ivdr
Chapter Installing the M-Series iVDR Procedures in this chapter include: • “Making connections for basic operation” • “VGA Display ‘hot-key’ sequence” • “Powering on and shutting down” • “Configuring for basic operation” • “Verifying basic operation” • “Setting up the Ethernet network”...
Page 22: Making Connections For Basic Operation
Chapter 1 Installing the M-Series iVDR Making connections for basic operation Connect as shown for recording and playing under local control. Refer to sections later in this chapter for other connections, such as those for networking and remote operation. M-122A/M-222A: Recorder input connections...
Page 23: M-122A/M-222A: Player Output Connections
P1 LTC P1 CH1 P1 CH2 P2 CH1 P2 CH2 Analog audio Analog Analog Audio Audio Channel 1 (L) R1 CH2 R2 LTC R1 LTC R1 CH1 R2 CH1 R2 CH2 Channel 2 (R) 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 24: M-222D/M-322D: Recorder Input Connections
Chapter 1 Installing the M-Series iVDR M-222D/M-322D: Recorder input connections Recorder 1 Inputs (R1) Video CMPST R1 & P1 SDI R1 & P1 AES/EBU R1 & P1 AUD MON OUT SDI R2 & P2 CMPST R2 & P2 AES/EBU R2 & P2...
Page 25: M-222D/M-322D: Player Output Connections
Analog Audio Audio R1 LTC R1 CH1 R1 CH2 R2 LTC R2 CH1 R2 CH2 Timecode FRONT RS422 PANEL PORT 1 PORT 2 SCSI Analog audio Channel 1 (L) Channel 2 (R) Digital Audio 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 26: Keyboard, Mouse, And Vga Monitor Connections
Chapter 1 Installing the M-Series iVDR Keyboard, mouse, and VGA monitor connections If your M-Series iVDR does not have the optional Front Panel, these connections are required for local operation. If your M-Series iVDR has the optional Front Panel, these connections are not required.
Page 27: Audio Monitoring Connections
1394 PANEL PORT 1 PORT 3 PORT 2 SCSI PORT 4 P2 CH1 P2 CH2 Analog Audio M-222D/M322D R2 CH2 FRONT RS422 RS422 PANEL PORT 1 PORT 3 PORT 2 SCSI PORT 4 M-122A/M222A 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 28: Reference Video Connections
Chapter 1 Installing the M-Series iVDR Reference Video connections Connect a reference video signal as shown. The reference signal must be an analog composite signal. You must terminate the signal if you are not connecting the loop-through to another device.
Page 29: Power Connection
640x480 display settings which is required for front panel operation. SHTL IMPORTANT: On systems without the optional front panel, press the Ctrl+Alt+C hot-key sequence when AppCenter is fully initialized after power-up to set the correct display settings. Ctrl 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 30: Powering On And Shutting Down
Chapter 1 Installing the M-Series iVDR Powering on and shutting down The following sections provide procedures for power on and shutdown. To power on Unlatch and lower the drive bay door. Push the standby switch. Wait for the Windows operating system to...
Page 31 AppCenter will restart automatically. Storage Maintenance Mode Exit AppCenter and restart the iVDR in storage maintenance mode to allow maintenance on the media disk subsystem. Refer to the M-Series Service Manual for procedures. Shutdown Shutdown the Windows operating system and power-off the iVDR.
Page 32: Accessing The Windows Desktop
CAUTION: The M-Series is not a general purpose Windows workstation. The Windows configuration on the iVDR has been specifically set for use as a real time device. The M-Series iVDR is configured for automatic logon allowing unattended booting. To avoid...
Page 33 Select to save this setting, and when prompted, restart the iVDR. Restarting is required for the video compression changes to take effect. NOTE: DV50 is available in model M-322D only. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 34: Select The Video Input
MPEG I-frame to display the additional MPEG settings. 8. Select Data Rate. 50Mb/s is available only in the M-Series model M-322D. 9. Select VBI settings. Select the option if you need to record signals or data Active picture plus VBI inserted in the vertical blanking interval (VBI).
Page 35: Select The Audio Input (Digital Models Only)
2. Select the tab, and open the link. Audio Input Close other links or use the scroll button if necessary to locate the link. 3. Locate the question “What is your audio input type?”. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 36: Select Timecode Source
Chapter 1 Installing the M-Series iVDR 4. Make selections as follows: • Analog — records the analog audio connected to the record channel’s analog audio input. • AES — records the AES/EBU digital audio connected to the record channel’s AES/EBU audio input.
Page 37: Setting Up The Ethernet Network
• “100BaseT Configuration: iVDR and Profile XP streaming”. Follow these instructions if you use the network for streaming media transfers to non-M-Series devices such as the Profile XP Media Platform. Connecting the Ethernet network cabling Connect as illustrated. The high-speed (1 Gb) connection is available only if you have the optional card installed.
Page 38: 100Baset Configuration: Data And Streaming Between Ivdrs
“Add network hosts names for streaming” on page 39 Configure Windows network settings 1. If you normally operate your M-Series iVDR using the optional Front Panel touch-screen, you should connect keyboard and mouse before proceeding. Refer to “Keyboard, mouse, and VGA monitor connections” on page 26 for instructions.
Page 39 Start | Settings | Network and Dial-up Connections and continue with standard Windows procedures to configure the TCP/IP protocol properties on each M-Series iVDR on the network. You can setup the network using DHCP, DNS, WINS, or other standard networking mechanisms.
Page 40 Chapter 1 Installing the M-Series iVDR 4. Select , to open the Add Host dialog box, then do the following: a. Select the “Enter host name:” text entry control, then enter the computer name of a peer iVDR. Make sure to enter the exact computer name. Any differences will result in being unable to connect to the iVDR.
Page 41 NOTE: If you have trouble, try using the ping utility in the Windows command prompt using either the IP address or host name. Troubleshoot as needed. Also, refer to the M-Series Service Manual for troubleshooting procedures. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 42: 1Gbaset Configuration: Data And Streaming Between Ivdrs
To set up the static IP address on the 1GBaseT adapter: 1. If you normally operate your M-Series iVDR using the optional Front Panel touch-screen, you should connect keyboard and mouse before proceeding. Refer to “Keyboard, mouse, and VGA monitor connections” on page 26 for instructions.
Page 43 CAUTION: The M-Series is not a general purpose Windows workstation. The Windows configuration on the iVDR has been specifically set for use as a real time device. The M-Series iVDR is configured for automatic logon allowing unattended booting. To avoid partial or total system...
Page 44 Chapter 1 Installing the M-Series iVDR # Copyright (c) 1993-1995 Microsoft Corp. # This is a sample HOSTS file used by Microsoft TCP/IP for Windows. # This file contains the mappings of IP addresses to host names. Each # entry should be kept on an individual line. The IP address should # be placed in the first column followed by the corresponding host name.
Page 45 If you are using remote protocols to perform video network transfers, you must use the following steps to add a unique Controller ID for each host, otherwise, 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 46: Operating With Both 100Bt And 1Gbt Network Connections
NOTE: If you have trouble, try using the ping utility in the Windows command prompt using either the IP address or host name. Troubleshoot as needed. Also, refer to the M-Series Service Manual for troubleshooting procedures. Operating with both 100BT and 1GBT network connections...
Page 47: 100Baset Configuration: Ivdr And Profile Xp Streaming
SMPTE 360M. The Profile XP system must have the optional 100BaseT adapter installed and configured for streaming transfers. The iVDR user interface does not support browsing a non-M-Series device, such as a Profile XP Media Platform. In the Send To or Import user interface, you must select the non-M-Series device, then specify the target manually by entering the disk volume and bin name, e.g.
Page 48 To set up the static IP address on the 100BaseT adapter: 1. If you normally operate your M-Series iVDR using the optional Front Panel touch-screen, you should connect keyboard and mouse before proceeding. You will likely find it easier to configure your network using a keyboard and mouse rather than the touch-screen.
Page 49 CAUTION: The M-Series is not a general purpose Windows workstation. The Windows configuration on the iVDR has been specifically set for use as a real time device. The M-Series iVDR is configured for automatic logon allowing unattended booting. To avoid...
Page 50 Chapter 1 Installing the M-Series iVDR Ethernet network: 192.168.99.11 iVDR-1 192.168.99.12 iVDR-2 192.168.99.13 iVDR-3 192.168.99.14 ProfileXP-1_le0 4. Add the IP address and host name of any other device on the video network that supports the General Exchange Format (GXF). 5. Save the file and exit the text editor.
Page 51 - Enter the controller ID of the iVDR or other networked device, then select Make sure to enter a number between 1 and 255 that is unique to the iVDR. c. Select in the Add Host dialog box. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 52 Configure the Profile XP static IP address Use standard Windows tools and procedures to configure the IP address on the Profile XP Media Platform or other non-M-Series device that supports General Exchange Format (GXF) streaming transfers. You must use static IP address, and not some automated method of setting IP address, such as DHCP.
Page 53: Connecting Ieee 1394A
“Using Remote Control Protocols” on page 277 to configure the iVDR for remote control. GPIO Connect one or more cables for remote control devices FRONT RS422 RS422 PANEL PORT 1 PORT 3 PORT 2 SCSI PORT 4 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 54: Connecting Gpi
Chapter 1 Installing the M-Series iVDR Connecting GPI The iVDR provides 12 GPI inputs, and 12 GPI outputs on a single DB-25 rear panel connector. GPIO GPI in/out FRONT RS422 RS422 PANEL PORT 1 PORT 3 PORT 2 SCSI PORT 4 Also see the following related sections of this manual: •...
Page 55: Quick Start Procedures
Chapter Quick Start Procedures Quick start procedures in this chapter include: • “To record a clip” • “To play a clip” • “To trim a clip” • “To create a playlist” 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 56: To Record A Clip
Choose record channel 1 Verify video source SHTL Adjust audio Select Monitor Display split-screen view Rename clip SHTL Load and play the clip as explained in "To play a clip" Begin record Stop record M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 57: To Play A Clip
Choose a clip (Rotate) Load the clip SHTL (Push) Press latch and Choose play Display split-screen view channel 1 adjust front panel viewing angle Select Monitor SHTL Play the clip Monitor audio with headphones 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 58: To Trim A Clip
(*) and are provided on the VGA monitor only. Load a clip into play channel 1 as explained in "To play a clip" Select Monitor Locate a frame SHTL Set in or out mark to current timecode M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 59: To Create A Playlist
(*) and are provided on the VGA monitor only. Select Monitor Choose channel P2 Player Select Playlist Playlist on P2 SHTL Remote AMP Select Clips Drag clips to list SHTL Play the list 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 60 Chapter 2 Quick Start Procedures M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 61: Product Description
• “Using Keyboard shortcuts” • “Guide to using the Front Panel” • “Monitoring the system using the StatusBar” • “Using the StatusPane” • “Writing data to the CD-R/RW and DVD drives” on page 93 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 62: Product Overview
Chapter 3 Product Description Product overview The M-Series iVDR is a multi-channel video digital recorder that allows four channels of simultaneous record and playback. Media is stored on internal disk drives. Storage capacity depends on the disk option installed and the video compression settings selected.
Page 63 IEEE 1394A; Available as a Record channel input for importing and (Optional) recording media from a digital recording device that uses DV format. Selectable video compression formats – The following table describes the video compression types available in the M-Series iVDR models. Model Compression Types M-122A...
Page 64 Media transfer to other devices – The iVDR supports media transfers over the standard Ethernet port or optional network adapters. Supported devices for media transfers include other M-Series iVDRs, the Grass Valley Profile XP Media Platform, or any device that supports SMPTE 360M streaming transfers. You must configure the iVDR network settings prior to attempting media transfers.
Page 65: Functional Description
Play channel output Disabled Play, FF, Rewind Show clip Stop Show clip Eject Show black Enabled Play, FF, Rewind Show clip Stop Show input Eject Show input Output is black if no video input is connected. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 66: Determining Storage Capacity
20 Mbs 9 hrs 18 hrs 25 Mbs 8 hrs 16 hrs 50 Mbs 4 hrs 8 hrs Calculated using 1 video track, 4 audio tracks, 1 timecode track, and the 525 video standard. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 67 20 Mbs 78 hrs 158 hrs 25 Mbs 65 hrs 130 hrs 50 Mbs 34 hrs 68 hrs Calculated using 1 video track, 4 audio tracks, 1 timecode track, and the 525 video standard. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 68: Front View With Optional Front Panel
Chapter 3 Product Description Front view with optional Front Panel The following illustrations show the front view of the M-Series iVDR with the optional Front Panel installed. SHTL Optional Drive Bay Door Front Panel Optional Push the latch to CD-RW DVD/RW lower the door.
Page 69: Rear Panel View
P2 LTC P2 CH1 P2 CH2 Analog Analog Audio Audio R1 LTC R1 CH1 R1 CH2 R2 LTC R2 CH1 R2 CH2 FRONT RS422 RS422 PANEL PORT 1 PORT 3 PORT 2 SCSI PORT 4 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 70: Guide To Using Appcenter
There are two ways of restarting AppCenter. • At power-up, the Windows operating system starts, automatically logs on using the mseries user account (password = mseries), and then automatically launches AppCenter. • Double-click the AppCenter shortcut on the Windows desktop. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 71: Appcenter Control Options
See “Configuring GPI inputs/outputs” on page 121. Serial Control Protocols over RS-422 – The iVDR can be controlled by devices and applications software developed for the M-Series iVDR that use serial control protocols over the RS-422 serial port. See “About remote control protocol support”...
Page 72: Appcenter User Interface Overview
Used to control record and playback. Transport controls do not appear when the front panel is used. StatusBar Displays status and error messages, and includes tool buttons for opening Transfer Monitor, StatusPane, or the Protocol Monitor dialog box. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 73 Selecting full screen displays the active pane in full screen, allowing the application to display more information. The transport controls still effect the control application even though it is hidden in full screen mode. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 74: Standard Channel Applications Included In Appcenter
Ethernet. Protocol-specific recorder and player applications are provided for each supported protocols. Playlist List View Player Create and play event playlists; Lists include clips recorded in Recorder or imported using the Clips pane. Event View M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 75: Tools Included In Appcenter
Configuration Configuring system Manager settings Transfer Monitor Monitoring media transfers, including network transfers and file import/export Shutdown Dialog Box Power-off or restart the iVDR Online Help Select Tools, then Help in the AppCenter Toolbar 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 76: Conventions Used In The Appcenter Interface
& Timecode Entry A horizontal line and small dot. Select to open the timecode entry dialog box Control which includes an on-screen graphical keypad for entering timecode, or use the external keyboard. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 77: Terms And Concepts Used In Appcenter
Current Bin – The current bin functions as the target bin when recording clips or creating playlists. It is also the source bin used to load clips and lists. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 78: Selecting The Channel Application
Chapter 3 Product Description Selecting the channel application When the M-Series iVDR is started, an application is launched for each channel. From the factory, Recorder starts on both record channels, and Player starts on both play channels. Use the following steps to change the application running on a channel.
Page 79: Using Keyboard Shortcuts
Channel Select & Page Insert Home Page Delete Down " Caps Enter Lock < > Shift VAR/- VAR/+ Shift Ctrl Ctrl Play/Stop Channel select Channel Select Basic transport controls < > VAR/- VAR/+ Play/Stop 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 80: Chapter 3 Product Description
Mark-Point controls For this action... Press Set mark-in Set mark-out Clear mark-in Ctrl + I Clear mark-out Ctrl + O Miscellaneous controls Action Press Copy Ctrl + C Ctrl + X Paste Ctrl + V M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 81 Select next item in list Down arrow Scroll to previous page Page Up Scroll to next page Page Down Scroll to top of list Home Scrolls to bottom of list Delete current selection Delete, Backspace 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 82: Accessing The Windows Desktop
To ensure that AppCenter displays properly when using the optional Front Panel, do not modify the factory default Windows Taskbar settings— both Autohide Always should be disabled. Otherwise, the Taskbar will hide a portion of the on top AppCenter interface. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 83: Guide To Using The Front Panel
Jog/Shuttle Knob Variable Speed Play Control Phone Jack & Transport Control USB Connectors Level Control Buttons (bottom edge) Note: Refer to display brightness control, and touch panel calibration procedures in this manual as needed. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 84: Using Front Panel Controls
The following table describes how to use the Front Panel to perform simple tasks. Front Panel Task Customized Operation Control VGA display Used to operate AppCenter, the M-Series iVDR graphic Without the optional front and touch user interface. panel, the iVDR can be screen...
Page 85: Tilting The Front Panel
System minimize The Windows desktop appears. 2. In the Windows taskbar, touch Start | Settings | Control Panel 3. In Control Panel, find and double-click the applet. Touch Screen Calibration 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 86: Adjusting Front Panel Display Brightness
Ctrl + Alt + L VGA output only Ctrl + Alt + C Front panel and VGA output Ctrl + Shift + C Configure screen resolution in Windows for 640x480 for full screen display. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 87: Monitoring The System Using The Statusbar
Icon Name Description Default All warnings and alert messages have been cleared Warning There is at least one warning message, and no alert messages. Alert There is at least one uncleared alert message. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 88: Message Types Displayed In The Statusbar
Application Error Media disks are full. Cannot record the clip. Message Trap Summary The system drive is at full capacity. Disk recorder Message operations will fail. Delete unused or temporary assets, and restart disk recorder. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 89: Using The Statuspane
“Exporting log files” Opening the StatusPane • To open the StatusPane, click the StatusPane button in the AppCenter StatusBar. The StatusPane is displayed where you can view messages. Subsystem Status Indicators StatusPane Menu Scrollable Message Area 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 90: Showing Ivdr Software Versions
• Select the StatusPane menu button , then choose Clear Log All messages are removed from the StatusPane and logging database. Closing the StatusPane • Select the StatusPane menu button , then choose Exit M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 91: Exporting Log Files
Windows Event Log, and messages related to managing the media file system. The exported log files can be sent to Thomson Grass Valley product support where they can be examined to analyze the operation of your iVDR.
Page 92 Logs 7. Select Export 8. When the export confirmation message appears, click 9. Retrieve the log files, and send them to Thomson Grass Valley support for analysis. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 93: Writing Data To The Cd-R/Rw And Dvd Drives
The Windows desktop appears. 3. Insert a blank disk in the CD-ROM or DVD drive. 4. In Windows Explorer, open the CD-ROM or DVD drive. A message appears. 5. Answer to format the disk. A dialog appears. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 94 A message appears. Start 7. Answer to confirm the format. A progress dialog appears. When formatting is complete a message appears. 8. Select OK to complete the process. The disk is ready for use. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 95: Reading Cd-Roms And Dvds In Other Ivdrs Or Computers
• Select the CD-ROM or DVD drive in Windows Explorer, then click <CD-ROM or DVD drive letter> File | | Make Compatible - or - • In Windows Explorer, right-click the drive, and select in the Make Compatible shortcut menu. A dialog appears. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 96 When the operation completes a message appears. 6. Select to complete the process. You can now use the disk in other devices. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 97: Modifying Configuration
“Selecting Time-of-day source for event scheduling” • “Selecting video compression” • “Record channel settings” • “Play channel settings” • “Configuring GPI inputs/outputs” • “Configuring the Monitor pane display” • “Front Panel settings” • “Adding and removing network host names” 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 98: Using Configuration Manager
Refer to the inside front cover of this manual for a quick guide to finding configuration settings. The following topics provide instructions on using Configuration Manager: • “Opening and closing Configuration Manager” • “Saving and restoring custom iVDR configuration” • “Restoring default settings” M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 99: Opening And Closing Configuration Manager
This can take several seconds. • To discard changes, select . When prompted to discard the changes and Cancel exit, select 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 100: Saving And Restoring Custom Ivdr Configuration
1. If you want to save current settings, you should save them as a configuration file before continuing. 2. On the Configuration Manager dialog select the menu button , then choose Open The Open dialog opens. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 101: Restoring Default Settings
2. On the Configuration Manager dialog, select the context menu button , then choose Restore Defaults The default settings are loaded into Configuration Manager, but they have not yet been saved and put into effect. 3. Click to save settings and close Configuration Manager. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 102: Selecting The Video Standard
The audio reference level setting applies to all record and play channels. 1. On the Toolbar, select and choose System Configuration The Configuration Manager dialog opens. 2. On the Configuration Manager dialog select System The System configuration settings appear. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 103: Selecting Time-Of-Day Source For Event Scheduling
To set the time-of-day source: 1. Select and choose System Configuration 2. Select , then open the link. Close other links or use the scroll System Time of Day button if necessary to locate the link. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 104 • LTC input — Select the drop-down list, then choose one of the record channel LTC inputs: - R1 - R2 4. Change other settings as necessary in the Configuration dialog box, then select to save and apply all changes at once. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 105: Selecting Video Compression
NOTE: DV50 is available in M-Series model M-322D only. • MPEG I-frame — When you make this selection, additional settings are available. Proceed to step 5 to complete the MPEG(I-Frame) settings. NOTE: MPEG (I frame) compression is not available in the M-Series model M-122A. 5. Make sure...
Page 106 Chapter 4 Modifying Configuration 6. Select the data rate. Data rates above 25Mb/s are available only in the M-Series model M-322D. NOTE: If you modify the data rate setting, you must restart AppCenter after closing the Configuration dialog box for the new data rate to take effect.
Page 107: Record Channel Settings
Close other links or use the scroll button Video Input if necessary to locate the link. 2. Locate the question “What is your video input type?”. Use the scroll button if necessary to locate the question. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 108 4. If you are operating with a standard NTSC input signal with 7.5 IRE setup, then select the pedestal check box. You must make this selection for both record channels. For play channel settings refer to “Adjusting analog composite output levels” on page 114. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 109 2. Locate the statement “Analog composite input settings”. 3. Make your automatic gain control setting. 4. Change other settings as necessary in the Configuration dialog box, then select to save and apply all changes at once. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 110 VITC pair can be found. When two pairs of VITC signals are present, you can use this mode to specify the lines on which to find the matched set. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 111: Selecting The Audio Input (For Models With Digital Audio)
Channel 3. Open the link. Audio Input Close other links or use the scroll button if necessary to locate the link. 4. Locate the question “What is your audio input type?”. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 112: Adjusting The Analog Audio Input Trim
, select the tab. System Configuration Channel 2. Open the link, if needed, then locate the analog audio trim control. Audio Input Trim 3. Use the slider control to adjust the audio input trim. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 113 Refer to the following sections for other audio levels settings: • “Setting the audio reference level” on page 102 • “Guide to using Recorder” on page 140 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 114: Play Channel Settings
System Configuration Channel tab, and open the link. Close other links or use the scroll Video Output button if necessary to locate the link. Use the scroll button to view all the settings. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 115 System Configuration Channel tab, and open the link. Close other links or use the scroll Video Output button if necessary to locate the link. 2. Locate the still play mode settings. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 116 Configuration Channel open the link. Close other links or use the scroll button if necessary Video Output to locate the link. 2. Locate the question “What lines should be used when generating VITC timecode”. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 117 , select , select the tab, and System Configuration Channel open the link. Close other links or use the scroll button if necessary Video Output to locate the link. 3. Locate the Test Mode setting. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 118: Adjusting Video Output Timing
1. Select and choose , select , select the tab, and System Configuration Channel open the link. Close other links or use the scroll button if Video Output Timing necessary to locate the link. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 119 The analog sub-pixel adjustment is only a “fine” trim on the composite output with respect to the current SDI timing. Video output timing adjustments take effect immediately without closing the Configuration dialog box. 3. Select to close and save changes. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 120: Configuring Sdi Output Embedded Audio
Audio Output 3. Choose the using the Audio group drop-down list. Audio Group (1 - 4) Selecting removes the embedded audio signal from the SDI output. Disable 4. Select to close and save changes. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 121: Configuring Gpi Inputs/Outputs
Input The GPI Input settings open. 3. Select a GPI input (1 - 12). Use the scroll control as necessary. 4. Select the channel or channels that you want triggered by the input signal. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 122: Configuring Gpi Outputs
GPI triggers will not occur. Using identical GPI naming also allows copying and pasting sections and events between lists. To configure GPI output signals: 1. Select and choose , then select the button. System Configuration M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 123 Also refer to these related topics: • “GPI I/O specifications” on page 305 • “GPI I/O connector pinouts” on page 316 • “Connecting GPI” on page 54 • “Using GPI output triggers in playlists” on page 200 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 124: Configuring The Monitor Pane Display
Use the scroll button to view all the settings. 3. You can modify the way information is displayed for the currently selected channel M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 125 4. Repeat the previous steps for the other channels. 5. Change other settings as necessary in the Configuration dialog box, then select to save and apply all changes at once. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 126: Front Panel Settings
3. Change other settings as necessary in the Configuration dialog box, then select to save and apply all changes at once. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 127: Enabling Rear Panel Audio Monitor Volume Control
To set the record button sequence: 1. Select , choose , then select the button. System Configuration Panel The Front Panel settings are displayed. 2. Scroll down and locate the record button settings. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 128: Selecting Full Screen Monitor Mode
“Split Screen and Full Screen Buttons” on page 1. Select , choose , and select the button. System Configuration Panel The Front Panel settings are displayed. 2. Scroll down and locate the full screen monitor mode settings. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 129 4. Change other settings as necessary in the Configuration dialog box, then select to save and apply all changes at once. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 130: Adding And Removing Network Host Names
These settings are used only to configure the iVDR for streaming media over the network, as explained in the procedure “Setting up the Ethernet network” on page Do not modify these settings unless you are doing so as part of that procedure. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 131: Using The Monitor Pane
Chapter Using the Monitor Pane Information in this chapter includes: • “Monitor pane overview” • “Viewing the Monitor pane in full screen mode” • “Selecting the active channel” 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 132: Monitor Pane Overview
The color of the LED beside the channel name indicates the channel status as shown: Gray = An asset is loaded, but neither playing or recording Black = No asset loaded Red = Recording Green = Playing M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 133 See “Selecting the channel control application” on page 136. & Channel Monitor Displays the active video of the active channel. The monitors of all other channels display the thumbnail image of the asset loaded. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 134: Viewing The Monitor Pane In Full Screen Mode
3. The Monitor pane expands to fill the AppCenter window. 4. Double-click anywhere in the Monitor display to switch between single channel and multiple channel display mode. Full screen multiple channel view M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 135: Selecting The Default Full Screen View
124. Channel information includes: • The asset name (If no asset loaded, “<no clip loaded>” is displayed.) • Current timecode • Next clip name (Only available in Playlist.) • Countdown timecode (Only available in Playlist.) 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 136: Selecting The Channel Control Application
Chapter 5 Using the Monitor Pane Selecting the channel control application When the M-Series iVDR is started, an application is launched for each channel. Use the following steps to change the application running on a channel. 1. In the AppCenter toolbar, select...
Page 137: Recording Clips
“Selecting the audio monitor source” • “Changing the timecode source” • “Changing the current bin” • “Previewing a clip” • “Renaming a clip” • “Viewing clip properties” • “Locating a clip” • “Displaying available storage space” 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 138: Before Using Recorder
NOTE: Appending previously recorded clips is supported through serial control protocol using either AMP or VDCP Protocol Recorder applications. Contact Thomson Grass Valley for more information on control devices available. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 139: Starting Recorder
2. In the AppCenter toolbar, select Monitor 3. In the Monitor pane, select the control application drop-down list for the record channel, then choose Recorder Recorder appears in the Applications pane and becomes active. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 140: Guide To Using Recorder
“Changing the current bin” on page 154. You can use the Clips pane to manage and organize clips stored on the iVDR. Refer to “Guide to using the Clips pane” on page 220. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 141 Meterbar Button Displays the Meterbar which contains the audio record level controls and signal meters. Models equipped with digital audio (4ch/video) display four audio meters. Changes to the audio level are saved for the channel. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 142: Recording Clips
The recording progresses until you select Stop Related Topics: • “Changing video compression settings” on page 151 • “Selecting the video input type” on page 107 • “Changing the timecode source” on page 152 M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 143: To Record A Clip Using Crash Record
, or the record channel tab in the Tools pane 2. In the AppCenter toolbar, select, then verify the video and audio sources. Monitor 3. Select in the Recorder pane. Length The Length dialog box appears. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 144: To Specify Clip Length After Recording Has Begun
2. Enter the desired length using the onscreen keypad or external keyboard, then select Enter If the entered length is valid, longer than the amount of material already recorded, the clip continues to record until it reaches the specified length or until you select Stop M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 145: Using Continuous Record Mode
For example, you may have enough storage space to start the continuous record, but you are still allowed to start a 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 146: To Start Continuous Record
The Time Dome pop-up menu appears. 2. Choose in the pop-up menu. Continuous Record The Time Dome changes to display continuous record . Default continuous record length is 1 hour, or the last record length used. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 147 Record Channel tab, then drag and drop from the Record Channel monitor to the Play Channel monitor. The play channel becomes the active channel, and the clip is cued and ready for play. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 148: Using Ieee 1394 Record Mode
, then select Video IEEE 1394 IEEE 1394 view is displayed, and the record channel input switches to the 1394 input. 4. In the AppCenter toolbar, select the pane, then the Record channel tab. Monitor M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 149 This ensures the video frame cued in the channel monitor is recorded. Pre-roll does not occur if record is started while the 1394 device is already playing. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 150 The play channel becomes the active channel, and the clip is cued and ready for play. 8. Record continues until is selected. Stop Related information: • “IEEE 1394A interface specification” on page 305 • “Connecting IEEE 1394A” on page 53 M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 151: Changing Video Compression Settings
105. Selecting the audio monitor source M-Series iVDR models equipped with digital audio provide four audio channels per video channel. You can select which stereo pair is routed to the rear panel monitor outputs and the front panel headphone jack.
Page 152: Changing The Timecode Source
To change the timecode source: 1. In the Recorder pane, do one of the following: • Select the menu button , then choose Options - or - • Select the timecode display The Options dialog box appears. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 153 Specifies the timecode to use when the recording starts. The drop frame option is enabled when the system timing is set to the 525 line standard. Drop frame timecode allows the generator to operate as an accurate clock. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 154: Changing The Current Bin
The play channel becomes the active channel, and the clip is cued and ready for play. 3. To play the clip, select the front panel play button , or use the onscreen transport controls M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 155: Renaming A Clip
In the Record pane, do one of the following: • Select the button. Properties - or - • Select the menu button , then choose Properties. NOTE: To learn more about the Clip Properties dialog box, “Viewing clip properties” on page 272. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 156: Locating A Clip
The white line functions as a “sweep second hand” to show record progress. It sweeps through a complete revolution every 10 seconds when crash recording or makes a single revolution on a fixed length record. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 157: Playing And Editing
“Editing a clip: Clearing mark-in/mark-out” • “Changing the clip thumbnail image” • “Adjusting playback audio level” • “Selecting the audio monitor source” • “Striping timecode (replacing the timecode track)” • “Creating Subclips” • “Selecting E to E mode” 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 158: Before Using Player
Player, it is handled in the same way as a simple clip as far as Player is concerned. For more information on creating programs refer to “Saving a list as a program” on page 218. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 159: Starting Player
, and then Split Screen Monitor 2. In the Monitor pane, select the control application drop-down list for the play channel, then choose Player Player appears in the Applications pane which becomes the active pane. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 160: Guide To Using Player: Play View
XX:XX:XX:XX is displayed when there is no recorded timecode. Stop mode is indicated by ‘PB’ (Play Back), or ‘EE’ (E to E). Refer to “Selecting E to E mode” on page 182 for more information on these stop modes. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 161 Time Dome, then use the pop-up menu to choose the display mode, with media or to control loop play mode. See “Selecting loop play” on page 167. marks Progress & loop play enabled 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 162 Displays the Meterbar which contains the audio play level controls and signal meters. Clicking the Save button saves changes made to the clip audio level. Clicking Unity returns the audio levels to the last saved level. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 163: Guide To Using Player: Cue View
Cue List Displays a list of cue points that are set for the loaded clip. Cue points are listed in chronological order beginning with the mark-in point and ending with the mark-out point. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 164 If E to E is disabled, the output freezes on the last frame of video. See “Selecting E to E mode” on page 182. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 165: Loading A Clip From The Clips Pane
NOTE: When a bin contains a large number of clips, it may be easier to display the Clips pane in full screen mode. In full screen mode, clips can still be loaded even though the active play channel is hidden. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 166: Loading A Clip From Player
Refer to “Selecting E to E mode” on page 182. Related topics: • “Playing a clip” on page 167. • “Using Cue points for playback” on page 170. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 167: Playing A Clip
1. With the clip loaded in Player, select the Player context menu button , then choose Locate 2. The Clips pane becomes active and displays the contents of the bin where the clip is located. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 168: Jumping To A Specific Timecode
Related topics: • “Loading a clip from the Clips pane” on page 165 • “Loading a clip from Player” on page 166 • “Using the scrub bar in the Goto Dialog” on page 169 M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 169: Using The Scrub Bar In The Goto Dialog
2. Select and drag the while monitoring play channel output. Scrub Bar 3. Click to close. Related topics: • “Loading a clip from the Clips pane” on page 165 • “Loading a clip from Player” on page 166 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 170: Using Cue Points For Playback
The subclip has its own mark in and mark out points. See “Creating subclips in Cue view” on page 181. • Cue points and programs– Cue points cannot be added to a program. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 171: Viewing The Cue List
, or Cue Selection • Select the button, then select Goto Selected Cue 3. Press the button on the front panel or use the onscreen transport controls Play Play out starts from the cued frame. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 172: Jump To The Next Cue Point
1. Select the cue point in the cue point list. 2. Select the menu button , then choose Rename Cue 3. Use the text entry dialog or external keyboard to enter a new cue name, then press Enter M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 173: Viewing Clip Properties
Renaming a clip in Player 1. In the Play view, select the clip name control 2. Enter the new clip name using the onscreen keyboard, or an external keyboard. 3. Select , or press Enter 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 174: Editing A Clip: Moving Mark-In/Mark-Out
2. In Play view, select to set mark-in point, or to set mark-out point. Using the timecode entry controls 1. In Play view, select the mark-in or mark-out timecode control to open the timecode entry dialog box. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 175: Editing A Clip: Clearing Mark-In/Mark-Out
Clear Mark pop-up menu. • In Play view, select the mark-in or the mark-out timecode control and select Clear then to clear the mark. Clear (Select Clear, then OK to clear the mark.) 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 176: Changing The Clip Thumbnail Image
• Adjust the graphical faders individually or “ganged” which insures both channels use the same gain. • Select to set audio back to the last saved level. Unity 3. Click to save changes to the clip audio level. Save M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 177: Selecting The Audio Monitor Source
You can replace the recorded timecode with time of day, or a specific start timecode value. 1. Load the clip in the Player. 2. In Play view, select the menu button , then choose Stripe Timecode. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 178 – The drop frame option is available when system timing is set to 525 Drop frame line standard. Drop frame allows the timecode track to indicate the actual running time of the clip. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 179: Creating Subclips
MyClip, the subclip name is MyClip-1. Changing the name of a subclip creates a new seed name until you leave subclip mode. For example, if you rename subclip Clip_1-1 to Promo and accept the clip, 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 180 NOTE: Selecting the Source Clip button or the Eject button prior to pressing the Accept button closes Subclip mode without creating a new clip. Both of these buttons are used to return to the Play view. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 181: About Auto Subclip Mode
To create a subclip for all cue points. Each subclip is terminated using the mark-out of the source clip: • Select the menu button , then choose Create All Clips In some cases, a progress dialog is displayed as the clips are generated. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 182: Selecting E To E Mode
However, this is not required for recording, the iVDR can record asynchronous signals. To enable/disable E to E mode: • In Play view, select the context menu button , then select the E to E menu item. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 183: Working With Playlists
“Viewing list properties” • “Creating a looping list” • “Locking a list” • “Modifying events in the list” • “Managing sections in the list” • “Managing playlists” • “Saving a list as a program” 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 184: Introducing Playlist
• GPI input triggers - You can assign the GPI inputs to control one or more play channels and the action you want the iVDR channel(s) to take— play, VAR play, cue next event, or cue next section, etc. See “Configuring GPI inputs” on page 121. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 185: Before Using Playlist
When the Monitor pane is in full screen mode, channel information is superimposed over the moving video or thumbnail image. See “Displaying channel information in full screen mode” on page 135. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 186: Symbols Used In Playlist
At the end of playout, this item will cause playout to pause. Repeat At the end of playout, the item will repeat. GPI Output Trigger This event or section triggers one or more GPI outputs. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 187: Starting Playlist
2. In the Monitor pane, select the control application drop-down list for the play channel, then choose Playlist Playlist starts on the channel and appears in the Applications pane. NOTE: Also see “Starting AppCenter” on page 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 188: Guide To Using Playlist: List View
Time Cursor Event List (Text View) Buttons (Displays the current (Default buttons play position.) are shown) List view in image display mode Event List (Image View) (Time Domes display list and section play progress.) M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 189 Displays the time to the next event, section or end of the list. To select the countdown mode you want to monitor, open the Options dialog box by selecting Options in the context menu. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 190 & Time Cursor The time cursor indicates the current play position. The time cursor is displayed over the event currently being played. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 191 You can view the Event List in either the text view or image view. Image view displays clip thumbnails along with Time Domes for the list play progress, and section play progress. To change the view, select Options in the context menu. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 192: Guide To Using Playlist: Event View
The section name that the event belongs to is displayed directly below the event name. When viewing an event that is not in the list, “Section: <Not in list>” is displayed beneath the event name. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 193 Event In/Out changes do not affect the source clip's mark in and out values, but only the event's marks used by the Playlist. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 194: Changing The Event List Viewing Mode
, or duration name only start time start time and duration Thumbnail View - displays events in thumbnail form along with the event name. 4. Select to save settings and close the Options dialog. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 195: Setting Monitor Information
The Options dialog box appears. 2. In the Options dialog box, select the button. Monitor The Monitor settings page appears. 3. Select one of the monitor information options. 4. Select to save settings and close the Options dialog. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 196: Creating A List
• When using the drag and drop method, you will see a drop cursor as you drag the event over the list. The drop cursor indicates where the new event will be inserted. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 197: Inserting Play Events In List View
• Select an asset in the Clips pane and press the button. After trimming New Event the event as required, select the Event view button to insert the event in the Insert list. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 198: Using Copy And Paste To Insert Play Events
4. Paste the event(s) from the clipboard into the list. Related Topics • “AppCenter user interface overview” on page 72 • “Using Keyboard shortcuts” on page 79 • “Selecting multiple assets” on page 234 M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 199: Inserting A Clip That Is Still Recording
You cannot insert an existing playlist into another playlist. However, you can save the playlist as a program, and then insert the program in the playlist. Related topic: • “Saving a list as a program” on page 218 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 200: Using Gpi Output Triggers In Playlists
2. Select an event or section in the playlist, then open the properties dialog box by doing one of the following: • Select the context menu button , then choose the Properties • Select the button. Properties Section GPI properties page M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 201 Offset should not exceed the event or section total length. If the offset time entered exceeds the event or section length, a warning message is displayed. 5. Select to save settings. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 202: Playing A List
Playing a list using GPI input triggers You can control how a list plays using GPI input triggers assigned to the play channel. Refer to “Configuring GPI inputs” on page 121 for information on configuring GPI inputs. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 203: Viewing List Properties
• Select the context menu button , then choose the List Properties • Select the list icon in the event list, then select the button. Properties 2. Select End, then choose the option. Repeat 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 204: Locking A List
• Select the list icon in the event list, then select the button. Properties 2. Select , then choose the option. General Locked 3. Select to close. The lock symbol appears next to the list in List view. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 205: Modifying Events In The List
To move event marks, view the event in Event view, then use one of the following methods to move clip marks. • “Using the Event In/Out buttons” on page 206 • “Using the timecode entry controls” on page 206 • “Using the event length control” on page 207 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 206 2. Enter a timecode value using the onscreen keypad, or an external keyboard, then select Enter Alternatively: Use the current position scrub bar in the timecode entry dialog box to locate the desired frame, then select M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 207: Clearing Event-In/Event-Out Marks
Event Out button, then choose in the pop-up menu. Clear Mark • With the event loaded in Event view, select the Event-In or Event-Out timecode control and select , then to clear the mark. Clear 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 208: Pausing At The End Of An Event
List view. Related topics • “Adding pause at the end of all section events” on page 214 • “Removing pause at the end of all section events” on page 215 M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 209: Changing The Event Thumbnail Image
NOTE: Changing event audio levels does not affect the source clip. Saved audio levels are stored and used every time the list is loaded and played. Unsaved changes are lost when another list is loaded. 4. Select the Meterbar button again to return to List view. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 210: Moving Events In The List
2. Open the properties dialog box by doing one of the following: • Select the context menu button , then choose the Properties • Select the button. Properties Related topics • End properties page - “Pausing at the end of an event” on page 208 M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 211: Renaming An Event
To locate the source clip: • Select the event in List view, then select the context menu button , and choose Locate The source clip is selected in the Clips pane. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 212: Managing Sections In The List
AppCenter toolbar or standard keyboard shortcuts to Edit a section. • Select the section in List view, then select the button in the List view Remove toolbar. This button only appears in full screen viewing mode. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 213: Moving Sections In The List
Selecting the section end properties You can control how a list performs during playout by selecting the section end properties. Section “End” properties determine what will happen when playout reaches the end of the section. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 214: Adding Pause At The End Of All Section Events
Adding pause at the end of all section events To force a pause at the end of all section events: 1. Select the section in the List view. 2. Open the properties dialog box by doing one of the following: M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 215: Removing Pause At The End Of All Section Events
2. Open the properties dialog box by doing one of the following: • Select the context menu button , then choose the Properties • Select the button. Properties 3. Select to display the End Property Page. All Events 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 216: Managing Playlists
VITC and LTC timecode for the play channel. To select the playlist timecode: 1. Open playlist properties dialog by performing one of the following: • In List view, select the context menu button , then choose the List Properties menu item. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 217: Changing The List Thumbnail Image
3. Use the front panel or onscreen transport controls locate the video frame to be used for the new thumbnail. 4. Select the Event view thumbnail image, then select in the Set Event Thumbnail thumbnail pop-up menu. The first play event and the list now have the same thumbnail. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 218: Locating A List In The Clips Pane
4. Select the text entry control to enter the program name using the Program Name onscreen or external keyboard, then click Save 5. The list is saved as a program in the current bin. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 219: Managing Media Using Clips Pane
• “Working with asset metadata” • “Importing media from a file or a device” • “Sending media to a file or a device” • “Guide to using the Transfer Monitor” • “Viewing clip properties” 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 220: Guide To Using The Clips Pane
See “About the Current Bin drop-down list” on page 223. " Context Menu Button Opens the Clips Pane context menu. See See “About the Clips pane context menu” on page 224. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 221 These assets will appear “greyed” in the Clips pane asset list. Example shows the appearance of a Pal clip when the iVDR is set to NTSC: 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 222: Terms Used In The Clips Pane
For more information on creating programs in Playlist, refer to the “Saving a list as a program” on page 218. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 223: About The Current Bin Drop-Down List
See “Working with the Recycle Bin” on page 242. Cached Search The last four search results are cached. You can view the most recent search results Results using the Current Bin drop-down list. See “Locating assets” on page 243. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 224: About The Clips Pane Context Menu
Export file types include SMPTE 360M (*.gxf), or AVI DV (*.avi) file format. See “Sending media to a file” on page 262 “Sending assets to another machine” on page 265. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 225 Select All Selects all items in the asset list. Operations available for Select All include: delete, send to, and copy. See “Selecting multiple assets” on page 234. Help Opens online help for the Clips pane. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 226: About The Asset Context Menu
See “Finding linked assets” on page 250. Properties Opens the Properties dialog box for the selected asset. See “Viewing clip properties” on page 272. Help Opens online help for the Clips pane. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 227: Modifying The Asset List View
You can change the video frame used to generate the thumbnail. See “Changing the clip thumbnail image” on page 176. Text view The text view displays an icon and name for each asset and one attribute of your 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 228 Clips with audio and video Video only clip Playlist Details view Details view displays assets with both a thumbnail and a detailed text description. 3. Select the Sort tab, then choose how you want assets sorted. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 229: Selecting Split Or Full Screen Mode
• To toggle between Split and Full Screen mode, select the button in the Clips toolbar, then select the Split or Full Screen button Full Screen Select Button 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 230: Working With Bins
Exploring a bin in the Organize Bins dialog box causes it to become the current bin. 1. In the Clips pane, select the Current Bin drop-down list , then select the Organize Bins 2. In the Organize Bins dialog box, select a bin, then click Explore M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 231: Creating A New Bin
- or - • In the Clips pane, select the Current Bin drop-down list , then select the Organize Bins 2. In the Organize Bins dialog box, select a disk volume, then select New Bin 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 232: Deleting A Bin
NOTE: You cannot delete a bin containing assets that are locked or in use. However, the unlocked assets in the bin will be deleted. 4. Select , in the Confirm Delete dialog box. 5. Close the Organize Bins dialog box. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 233: Renaming A Bin
NOTE: If the renamed bin contains assets that are locked or in use, two bins will appear after renaming— one with the new name, and one with the old name containing the problem asset. 4. Close the Organize Bins dialog box. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 234: Working With Assets
• Use the command in the Clips Pane context menu. Select All • Using mouse and keyboard, hold the SHIFT or CTRL key on the keyboard while selecting multiple assets with the mouse or arrow keys. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 235: Moving An Asset To Another Bin
If the Send To button is not displayed in the Clips pane, refer to assignable buttons in “Guide to using the Clips pane” on page 220. The Send dialog box appears. 3. In the Send dialog box, select in the right-hand drop-list. Move to 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 236: Copying An Asset
The naming convention for copied assets in the same bin adds an underscore (“_”) and a number after the original name. For example, the copied clip for “Clip1” will be “Clip1_1”, “Clip1_2” and so on. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 237 If the Send To button is not displayed in the Clips pane, refer to assignable buttons in “Guide to using the Clips pane” on page 220. The Send dialog box appears. 3. In the Send dialog box, select , then in the left-hand drop-list. Copy to 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 238 Send dialog box, and copy the file. Send NOTE: Copy is a background task and can be monitored using the Transfer Monitor. Refer to “Guide to using the Transfer Monitor” on page 267. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 239: Deleting An Asset
• Select the button in the Clips pane. Properties If the Properties button is not displayed in the Clips pane, refer to assignable buttons in “Guide to using the Clips pane” on page 220. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 240 • Media outside the clip marks is erased except that portion referenced by a subclip, playlist event, or program. • All subclips and events generated from the source clip will retain 1 second of media before the mark-in and after the mark-out. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 241: Locking An Asset
“Guide to using the Clips pane” on page 220. The Asset Properties dialog appears. 3. Select General, then select the check box to lock the asset. Locked 4. Select to close the Properties dialog. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 242: Working With The Recycle Bin
1. In the Clips pane, select the Current Bin label , then select the Organize Bins 2. In the Organize Bins dialog box, choose Recycle Bin 3. Select the “Remove items immediately when deleted.” option. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 243: Locating Assets
If the Options button is not displayed in the Clips pane, refer to assignable buttons in “Guide to using the Clips pane” on page 220. 2. Select the tab in the Options dialog box. Sort 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 244: Using Basic Search
If the option is selected, the search is applied to asset names. Search names only… If not selected, the search includes all asset metadata. Refer to “Working with asset metadata” on page 252. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 245 – In the tab, select the type of assets— clips, programs or lists Search by Type Type to be searched. Search results will only include the selected types. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 246 For example, Search: movie - indicates all the clips, programs and lists with names like movie1, movie2, or Search: Created Last 5 Days for assets created in the last 5 days. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 247: Viewing Recent Search Results
Search dialog box, then select a bin from the drop-down list. Otherwise, the search runs on the entire disk volume V:. 3. Choose search to view the advanced search criteria list. Advanced When Advanced search is used, Basic search criteria is ignored. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 248 The following table lists the advanced search attributes along with their conditions and value choices. Advanced searches can include metadata attributes. Since these are user defined, only their types and conditions are listed here. See also “Working with asset metadata” on page 252. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 249 5. Once you have added all the search criteria, select to start the search. The search results are displayed in the Asset List. The text in the Current Bin control is replaced with a brief summary of the search. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 250: Finding Linked Assets
The results of the link operation are displayed in the asset list. The text in the Current Bin label is replaced by a brief summary of the links operation. NOTE: Unlike the search results, link results are not cached. You must perform the Links operation to discover linked assets. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 251 Finding linked assets 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 252: Working With Asset Metadata
Air Date: 10/31/03 Boolean True or False QA: False Topics in this section include: • “Adding and modifying asset metadata” on page 253 • “Clearing metadata” on page 255 • “Deleting asset metadata” on page 257 M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 253: Adding And Modifying Asset Metadata
If the Properties button is not displayed in the Clips pane, refer to assignable buttons in “Guide to using the Clips pane” on page 220. The properties dialog box appears. 3. Select , then on the data page. Data Add Data Modify 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 254 , then enter a metadata value in the Value dialog box. Value d. Click to close the Add or Modify dialog box and save changes. Your changes appear in the Properties dialog box for this and all other assets. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 255: Clearing Metadata
Clips pane. Properties If the Properties button is not displayed in the Clips pane, refer to assignable buttons in “Guide to using the Clips pane” on page 220. The properties dialog box appears. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 256 If the metadata name is used by any other asset, that is, a value has been entered on another properties page, the metadata name will remain on all properties pages. See also, “Deleting asset metadata” on page 257. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 257: Deleting Asset Metadata
To completely purge a metadata name, you must clear the metadata value on all asset properties data pages. When the last asset is cleared, and the properties dialog is closed, the metadata name is purged and removed from all properties pages. Refer to “Clearing metadata” on page 255. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 258: Importing Media From A File Or A Device
1. In the Clips pane, select the current bin. For help see “Changing current bin using ‘Look in’ drop-down list.” on page 230. The current bin is the destination bin for the import operation. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 259 Import NOTE: Import is a background task and can be monitored using the Transfer Monitor. See “Guide to using the Transfer Monitor” on page 267 to view the job status. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 260: Importing Assets From Another Ivdr Or Profile Xp System
4. In the Source section, browse to locate and select the source file. About browsing in the Import dialog box Browsing Non-M-Series Devices - Browsing a non-M-Series device, such as a Profile XP Media Platform, is not supported. You must select the device, and then manually enter the disk volume and bin name, e.g.
Page 261 Import NOTE: Import is a background task and can be monitored using the Transfer Monitor. See “Guide to using the Transfer Monitor” on page 267 to view the job status. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 262: Sending Media To A File Or A Device
Ethernet port or optional network adapters. Streaming transfers allow playout while the asset is still transferring. Destination devices for streaming include the Grass Valley Profile XP Media Platform, other M-Series iVDRs, or any device that supports GXF SMPTE 360M streaming transfers. You must configure the iVDR network adapter prior to using the “Send to stream”...
Page 263 You can select items in the list (such as a machine, disk drive, or folder) to explore its contents. Clicking the up-arrow button moves up one directory level in the storage hierarchy. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 264 NOTE: Send to file is a background task and can be monitored using the Transfer Monitor. See “Guide to using the Transfer Monitor” on page 267 to view the job status. If the operation fails for any reason, the asset is deleted from the target location. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 265: Sending Assets To Another Machine
Streaming transfers allow playout while the asset is still transferring. Destination devices for streaming include other M-Series iVDRs, the Grass Valley Profile XP Media Platform, or any device that supports SMPTE 360M streaming transfers. Lists or programs streamed to the Profile XP platform are converted to a “master”...
Page 266 NOTE: Send to stream is a background task and can be monitored using the Transfer Monitor. See “Guide to using the Transfer Monitor” on page 267 to view the job status. If the operation fails for any reason, the asset is deleted from the target location. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 267: Guide To Using The Transfer Monitor
• Remove Button – Used to remove jobs from the Transfer queue. • Abort Button – Used to cancel transfer jobs in progress. • Properties Button – Used to view more detailed information about a transfer job. “Viewing detailed transfer job properties” on page 270. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 268 Completed Page The Completed page displays all jobs that have completed successfully. Completed jobs are automatically cleared after approximately 36 hours. You can manually clear jobs from the completed list using Remove Remove All M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 269: Viewing Transfer Jobs In Transfer Monitor
All jobs waiting in the queue are shown as “Pending”. Jobs that encountered errors are displayed along with an error code. You may find a more detailed error message in the Properties page. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 270: Viewing Detailed Transfer Job Properties
1. In the Transfer Monitor, select a transfer job. 2. In the Transfer Monitor, touch or click Properties 3. When the Transfer Job Properties dialog box appears, select the page to Transfer examine transfer properties. General properties page M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 271: Aborting A Transfer Job
1. In Transfer Monitor, select Completed 2. Remove the transfer jobs using one of the following: • Select the job(s) to remove, then select Remove • Select the job(s) to remove, then select Remove All 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 272: Viewing Asset Properties
. The General and Media pages are self explanatory. General Media Data The Data page is used to add metadata to the clip. To learn more, refer to “Working with asset metadata” on page 252. Viewing the General properties page M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 273: Viewing Playlist Properties
• Select the button in the Clips pane. Properties If the Properties button is not displayed in the Clips pane, refer to assignable buttons in “Guide to using the Clips pane” on page 220. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 274: Viewing Bin Properties
1. In the Clips pane, touch or click the Current Bin label , then choose a bin from the list. 2. In the Organize Bins dialog box, select a bin. The bin properties are displayed in the Organize Bins dialog box. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 275: Viewing Volume Properties
1. In the Clips pane, select the Current Bin label , then select the Organize Bins 2. In the Organize Bins dialog box, select a disk volume. The volume properties are displayed in the Organize Bins dialog box. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 276 Chapter 9 Managing Media Using Clips Pane M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 277: Using Remote Control Protocols
• “Guide to Protocol Player: Protocol Only mode” • “Guide to Protocol Player: Local/Protocol mode” • “Using Protocol Recorder: Local control tasks” • “Using Protocol Player: Local control tasks” • “Monitoring remote control communications” 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 278: About Remote Control Protocol Support
About remote control protocol support You can use remote control devices and applications software developed for the M-Series iVDR that use industry-standard serial protocols. For each supported protocol, the iVDR provides a protocol-specific application. The protocol applications shipped with the iVDR are described in the following table:...
Page 279: About Vdcp Protocol Support
If you use remote protocols to perform video network transfers, you must setup the video network and the Controller ID as described in the Installation chapter. Refer to “Setting up the Ethernet network” on page 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 280: About Front Panel Remote Indicator Lights
Ethernet network connection (AMP only). Refer to the following sections to make cable connections: • “Connecting RS422” on page 53 • “Connecting the Ethernet network cabling” on page 37 M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 281: Starting A Remote Control Protocol Application
Player protocol applications are available on play channels. Recorder protocol applications are available on record channels. The protocol application starts on the channel. 4. Proceed to “Selecting the control port and control mode”. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 282: Selecting The Control Port And Control Mode
4. If you use remote protocols to perform video network transfers, you must setup the video network and the Controller Id as described in the Installation chapter. Refer “Setting up the Ethernet network” on page M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 283: Guide To Protocol Recorder: Protocol Only Mode
The text displayed to the right of current timecode indicates the timecode source: VITC, LTC, or INT (internal generator). You must temporarily switch to Local and Protocol control mode to change the record channel timecode source. See “Changing the timecode source” on page 152. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 284 See “Monitoring remote control communications” on page 297. NOTE: The Protocol Monitor dialog will not open until a controller is connected and at least one command set is sent. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 285: Guide To Protocol Recorder: Local/Protocol Mode
The timecode value of XX:XX:XX:XX is displayed if there is no input timecode. Timecode Source The text displayed to the right of current timecode indicates the timecode source: VITC, LTC, or INT (internal generator). “Changing the timecode source” on page 152. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 286 Selecting the button opens the Protocol Monitor pane used to monitor command activity.See “Monitoring remote control communications” on page 297. NOTE: The Protocol Monitor dialog will not open until a controller is connected and at least one command set is sent. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 287 Guide to Protocol Recorder: Local/Protocol mode Control Description and User Operation Meterbar Button Displays the Meterbar which contains the audio record level controls and signal meters. Changes to the audio level are saved for the channel. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 288: Guide To Protocol Player: Protocol Only Mode
Current Timecode Indicates the current timecode of the timecode of the clip. The timecode value of XX:XX:XX:XX is displayed when there is no recorded timecode. See “Striping timecode (replacing the timecode track)” on page 177. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 289 See “Monitoring remote control communications” on page 297. NOTE: The Protocol Monitor dialog will not open until a controller is connected and at least one command set is sent. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 290: Guide To Protocol Player: Local/Protocol Mode
Properties – Opens the Clip Properties dialog for the current or preview clip. Options – Opens the Options dialog box used to select control mode and control port. See “Selecting the control port and control mode” on page 282. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 291 This allows you to identify the preview clip before it plays. Generally the preview clip begins playing after the current clip completes, at which point the preview clip becomes the current clip. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 292 Meter Bar Button Displays the Meterbar which contains the audio play level controls and signal meters. Changes to the audio level can be saved with the clip. See “Adjusting playback audio level” on page 176. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 293: Using Protocol Recorder: Local Control Tasks
2. Select a play channel using the front panel button , or the play channel tab in the Tools pane 3. In the protocol player, click (or touch) the thumbnail image to place the current clip thumbnail in front of the preview thumbnail. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 294 • Select a clip, then press Enter on an external keyboard. The clip is loaded as the current clip and the thumbnail appears. NOTE: You can load a preview clip only if the Current (preset) clip is loaded. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 295: Skipping To The Preview Clip During Playout
1. Open the Goto Timecode dialog box using one of the following: • Select the button in the player toolbar, then select the menu item. Goto Timecode • Select the context menu button in player , then choose Goto Timecode The Goto Timecode dialog appears. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 296 • To enter a relative timecode value, select the ‘+ or -’ key, enter timecode, then select • To enter an absolute timecode value, select the ‘=’ key, enter timecode, then select • Select and drag the while monitoring play channel output, Scrub Bar then click to close. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 297: Monitoring Remote Control Communications
The dialog box displays the channel number and protocol being used, along with the port number and control mode (Local or Protocol only). The green status LED indicates the port is receiving protocol commands. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
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Page 299: Specifications
Appendix Specifications Specifications in this chapter: • “AC power specification” • “Environmental specifications” • “Mechanical specifications” • “Electrical specifications” • “Operational specifications” 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 300: Ac Power Specification
Appendix A Specifications AC power specification The M-Series iVDR AC power specification is shown in the following table. Characteristic Specification Mains Input Voltage 100V to 240V auto-range, 50-60Hz Power consumption 300W typical, 450W maximum WARNING: Always use a grounded outlet to supply power to the system.
Page 301: Mechanical Specifications
User can disable embedded audio on SDI output Connector BNC, 75 ohm, No loop-through Max Cable Length 225 meters (738 ft) (Belden 8281 type cable) ≥15db, 5Mhz to 270Mhz Return Loss Available only on models equipped with digital audio. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 302: Composite Analog Video
When not locked to a reference, 27Mhz. will be within ± Unlocked internal clock accuracy 25PPM Internal reference provides accurate free-running timing signals in the absence of genlock reference to allow asynchronous record and play. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 303: System Timing
Audio Inputs 2 per record channel, Female XLR Audio Outputs 2 per play channel, Male XLR Impedance Input: 15k ohms, balanced Output: 50 ohms per side, balanced Sampling and encoding 48 KHz and 16-bit pcm 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 304: Audio Monitor
LTC transmitter outputs LTC at the nominal frame rate for the selected standard at 1x speed, forward direction only. VITC Input/Output Parameter Specification VITC lines 10-22 (525 Line); lines 6-23 (625 Line) RS-422 specification The RS-422 interface conforms to ANSI/SMPTE 207M-1997 standard (SMPTE 422). M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 305: Gpi I/O Specifications
Audio - 1394 audio must be monitored on the IEEE 1394 device itself. Timecode - 1394 timecode input is displayed in the record channel timecode display and the record channel monitor in the Monitor pane. Compatible Devices Refer to the M-Series iVDR Release Notes. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 306: Operational Specifications
(eXtended Data Services) which is used for program ratings, time of day, etc. In DV25 mode, the M-Series decodes and records all line 21 data from both video fields, inserts it in the DV data stream, and then on playout, regenerates the signals on line...
Page 307: Media File System Performance
The iVDR can record signals from most non-timebase corrected signal sources such as color under video playback devices, i.e. VHS or U-Matic VTRs, and low cost cameras. However, for reliable recording performance some devices may require external signal conditioning products, i.e. timebase correction. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
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Appendix A Specifications M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 309: Appendix B Rack-Mounting And Connector Pin-Outs
Pin-outs Rack-mounting the iVDR The M-Series iVDR chassis is designed to fit standard rack sizes. Adjustable rack-mount brackets are attached to the front of the chassis to accommodate different rack depth limitations. From the factory, the rack-mount brackets are mounted in the forward position to allow the front panel to fit flush with the front of the rack.
Page 310: Rack Mount Hardware Shipped With The Ivdr
Flat Rear Stationary Rack Section Flat Nut Bar 10-32 PHS Stop Latch NOTE: Right-hand and left-hand stationary section is designated by the RH and the LH marked on the rails. Intermediate M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 311: Mounting The Rack Slides
Front and rear rack rail mounting hardware is provided with the rack mount kit. Mount the rails using the enclosed hardware. Make sure the stationary sections are horizontally aligned and are level, as well as parallel to each other. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 312 Appendix B Rack-mounting and Connector Pin-outs BAR NUT (Use if the front rail is not tapped) FRONT RACK RAIL BAR NUT REAR RACK RAIL M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 313: Installing The Ivdr On The Rack Mount Rails
3. Tighten the mounting screws and check the tracks for smooth operation by sliding the chassis in and out of the rack several times. 4. Tighten the front panel retaining screws once the cabinet is in place within the rack to complete the installation. 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 314: Adjusting Rack-Mount Brackets
2. Move the bracket toward the rear to accommodate rack depth, then align the chassis mounting holes with the nearest bracket mounting holes. 3. Replace the screws. M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 315: Rear Panel Connector Pin-Outs
Differential Transmit Data (high) -RXD Differential Receive Data (low) Signal Ground LTC connectors pinouts Push LTC In LTC Out Connector Connector (female) (male) Pin # LTC In Pin # LTC Out Signal Ground Signal Ground 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 316: Analog Audio Connector Pinouts
Input 4 Output 5 Input 5 Output 6 Input 6 Output 7 Input 7 Output 8 Input 8 Output 9 Input 9 Output 10 Input 10 Output 11 Input 11 Output 12 Input 12 Ground M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 317: Index
241 adjusting clip play level 162 metadata 251 adjusting clip record level 141 naming, illegal characters 234 audio input trim 112 playing, quick start 57 audio reference level 102 previewing 141 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 318 SDI input 112 loading defaults 101 selecting audio group on SDI output 120 saving and restoring 100 emission limits, certifications 17 Configuration Manager erasing unused media 239 opening 99 See also, deleting assets 239 connector pin-outs M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 319 218 configuring 122 section grounding, safety 15 events, add pause to all 214 GXF, export to file using 262 events, maximum number 185 events, remove pause from all 215 moving 213 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 320 37 clearing marks 207 host file, setup 43 GPI output triggers, adding 200 host names, adding 39 locating source clip 211 ProfileXP, streaming to 47 moving marks 205 testing 52 pausing at end 208 M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...
Page 321 140 power-on 30 timedome 141 preserving VBI signals 106 recording previewing a clip 141 clips 56 product damage precautions 15 signals from VHS or U-Matic VTRs 307 program 145 using crash record 143 Properties 20 April 2005 M-Series User Manual...
Page 322 181 connector pinout 315 subclips, creating 161 rear panel connections 43 sub-pixels 119 RS-422 control protocols 278 support, Grass Valley 14 system video standard, selecting 102 safety certification 19 tab labels, changing 132 grounding 15 thumbnail...
Page 323 118 touch screen VITC reader setup 110 calibrating 85 cleaning 85 Transfer Monitor 87 web site, for Thomson Grass Valley 13 description 267 Windows starting 267 accessing the desktop 32 transfer job properties, viewing 270 auto logon user accounts 70...
Page 324 Index M-Series User Manual 20 April 2005...

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Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Installing the M-Series Ivdr

Chapter 2 Quick Start Procedures

Chapter 3 Product Description

Chapter 4 Modifying Configuration

Chapter 5 Using the Monitor Pane

Chapter 6 Recording Clips

Chapter 7 Playing and Editing

Chapter 8 Working with Playlists

Modifying Events in the List

Chapter 9 Managing Media Using Clips Pane

Working with Assets

Locating Assets

Chapter 10 Using Remote Control Protocols

Appendix A Specifications

Appendix B Rack-Mounting and Connector Pin-Outs

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