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- Page 1 Vertigo XG Advanced HD/SD Graphics Processor Installation & Quick Start Guide M848-2705-491 www.miranda.com...
- Page 2 Information in this document is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of Grass Valley, A Belden Brand. Warranty Policies Warranty information is available in the Support section of the Grass Valley, A Belden Brand web site (www.miranda.com). Document Identification Title Vertigo XG - Installation &...
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Page 3: Revision History
March 31, 2014 Original release May 12, 2014 • Rebranded this document from Miranda Technologies Partnership to Grass Valley, A Belden Brand. • Added multilingual and extensive safety and regulatory information. • Updated all images and descriptions of the Vertigo XG to reflect the changes in the new 3RUchassis model. -
Page 4: Safety Compliance
Safety Compliance This equipment complies with the requirements of CSA/UL/IEC/EN 60950-1, Ed. + AM1, Safety of information technology equipment. The power cords supplied with this equipment meet the appropriate national standards for the country of destination. Conformité aux normes de sécurité [fr] Cet équipement est conforme aux exigences de CSA/UL/IEC/EN 60950-1, 2 éd. - Page 5 Safety of Laser Modules This equipment incorporates modules containing Class 1 lasers. These modules are certified by the manufacturer to comply with: • IEC/EN 60825-1 Safety of laser products • IEC 60950-1 Safety of information technology equipment Sécurité laser [fr] L’appareil comprend des modules laser de classe 1.
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Page 6: Important Safeguards And Notices
Important Safeguards and Notices This section provides important safety guidelines for operators and service personnel. Specific warnings and cautions appear throughout the manual where they apply. Please read and follow this important information, especially those instructions related to the risk of electric shock or injury to persons. - Page 7 European Union (CE) directives. The presence of this symbol in or on Grass Valley, A Belden Brand product means that it complies with safety of laser product applicable standards.
- Page 8 Warnings A warning indicates a possible hazard to personnel, which may cause injury or death. Observe the following general warnings when using or working on this equipment: • Appropriately listed/certified mains supply power cords must be used for the connection of the equipment to the mains voltage at either 120 V AC or 240 V AC. •...
- Page 9 • Dans le présent manuel, toutes les instructions qui nécessitent d’ouvrir le couvercle de l’équipement sont destinées exclusivement au personnel technique qualifié. • Respectez tous les avertissements figurant sur l’appareil et dans les instructions d’utilisation. • Ne pas utiliser cet appareil dans l’eau ou à proximité d’un point d’eau. •...
- Page 10 • Este equipo está conectado a tierra a través del conductor de puesta a tierra de los cables de alimentación. Para evitar una descarga eléctrica, enchufe el cable de alimentación a un tomacorriente debidamente instalado antes de conectar las entradas y salidas del equipo. •...
- Page 11 • Tensões perigosas podem existir em vários pontos deste equipamento. Para evitar ferimentos, não toque as conexões e componentes expostos quando o aparelho está ligado. • Não usar anéis ou relógios ao solucionar problemas de circuitos de alta tensão, tais como fontes de alimentação.
- Page 12 Cautions A caution indicates a possible hazard to equipment that could result in equipment damage. Observe the following cautions when operating or working on this equipment: • This equipment is meant to be installed in a restricted access location. • When installing this equipment, do not attach the power cord to building surfaces.
- Page 13 Precauciones [es] • Este equipo está destinado a ser instalado en un lugar de acceso restringido. • Al instalar este equipo, no sujete el cable de alimentación a la superficie del edificio. • No realice reparaciones que no se encuentren en las instrucciones de funcionamiento a menos que esté...
- Page 14 Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Protection Electrostatic discharge occurs when electronic components are improperly handled and can result in intermittent failure or complete damage adversely affecting an electrical circuit. When you remove and replace any card from a frame always follow ESD-prevention procedures: •...
- Page 15 Protección contra descargas electrostáticas (DES) [es] La descarga electrostática se produce cuando los componentes electrónicos se manipulan de forma incorrecta pudiendo causar una falla intermitente o total afectando un circuito eléctrico. Al quitar y reemplazar una tarjeta de un chasis siempre siga los procedimientos para prevenir la DES: •...
- Page 16 Cautions for LCD and TFT Displays If the LCD or TFT glass is broken, handle glass fragments with care when disposing of them. If any fluid leaks out of a damaged glass cell, be careful not to get the liquid crystal fluid in your mouth or skin. If the liquid crystal touches your skin or clothes, wash it off immediately using soap and water.
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Page 17: Electromagnetic Compatibility
Electromagnetic Compatibility This equipment has been tested for verification of compliance with FCC Part 15, Subpart B requirements for class A digital devices. O TE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. -
Page 18: Table Of Contents
ABLE OF ONTENTS Introduction .......................... 1-1 Vertigo XG product description......................1-2 Overview of the Vertigo XG chassis ....................1-4 Front panel components ....................... 1-5 Rear panel components........................ 1-6 Installation and quick start instructions ................2-1 Unpacking and verifying the Vertigo XG shipped items..............2-3 Mounting the Vertigo XG chassis in a rack.................. -
Page 19: Introduction
New Vertigo XG devices are factory configured for standard rendering and playout workflows. Configuring the Vertigo XG settings for advanced workflows is normally performed by qualified network administrators or Grass Valley’s Integration Specialists using the Vertigo XG Portal and Dashboard software interfaces. Information and instructions for implementing advanced configurations is beyond the scope of this document, but are covered in the Vertigo XG Configuration Guide. -
Page 20: Vertigo Xg Product Description
HD and SD, and single channel applications demanding sophisticated, multi-channel branding and promotional graphics. The Vertigo XG is available in two (2) standard models: VX-Vertigo-XG21-e Vertigo XG single channel graphics engine (2 inputs, 1 output) used for downstream branding. - Page 21 Introduction The following options are available to both models of the Vertigo XG: VX-RS422-2-e 2 port RS-422 card The RS-422 card provides an interface upon which the Vertigo XG can communicate with automation systems. VX-Audio-e Audio processor The Audio option allows you play out audio clips and voice- over tracks.
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Page 22: Overview Of The Vertigo Xg Chassis
Introduction Overview of the Vertigo XG chassis The Vertigo XG unit is a 3RU rackmount rendering platform that incorporates redundant fans, two power supplies, and 1 TB RAID1-enabled storage (optional 2 TB RAID10 expansion). The only visible difference between the two models of the Vertigo XG is that the single channel model (XG21-e) has only one (1) discrete AES audio connector, while the dual channel model (XG22-e) has two (2) discrete AES audio connectors. -
Page 23: Front Panel Components
Introduction Front panel components The Vertigo XG’s front panel provides convenient access to the hard drives, a CD/DVD ROM drive, and a control panel containing six LEDs and two buttons for system monitoring and operation. Figure identifies each component on the Vertigo XG’s front panel. Power Failure Activity LAN 2... -
Page 24: Rear Panel Components
Introduction Rear panel components The Vertigo XG’s rear panel provides convenient access to the video card’s I/O connector, which provides 4 SD/HD SDI video outputs, a reference signal input, and AES audio input/output. The rear panel also provides access to the graphics card connector, as well as various I/O ports (RS-422, USB, Ethernet...etc.). -
Page 25: Installation And Quick Start Instructions
NSTALLATION AND QUICK START INSTRUCTIONS This chapter provides you with instructions for performing a first-time installation of the Vertigo XG device, as well as the initial setup tasks to get the device up and running. The procedure concludes by verifying the installation by previewing the playout of an asset in Vertigo XG’s Live Window and a broadcast monitor. - Page 26 Installation and quick start instructions Step # Task description Start up the Vertigo XG device (page 2-14) • Plug the DVI monitor’s power cable into a power socket and power it on • Plug the Vertigo XG’s power supply cables into a power socket •...
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Page 27: Unpacking And Verifying The Vertigo Xg Shipped Items
Customer Service and Sales department. 1 x 3RU Vertigo XG chassis The Vertigo XG is available in two (2) standard models: • VX-Vertigo-XG21-e The Vertigo XG single channel graphics engine (2 inputs, 1 output). • VX-Vertigo-XG22-e Vertigo XG dual channel graphics engine (2 inputs, 2 outputs). - Page 28 Installation and quick start instructions Discrete (AES) audio breakout cable Single channel Vertigo XG units (XG21-e) have one discrete (AES) audio connector, while dual channel Vertigo XG units (XG22-e) have two discrete (AES) audio connectors. For each physical SDI video output, there will be a discrete audio breakout cable.
- Page 29 Installation and quick start instructions System Recovery DVD package 2 x System Recovery DVDs These DVDs can be used to restore the Vertigo XG unit to its original factory default configuration. Note that one of the DVDs has a sticker with the Vertigo XG’s serial number, which identifies that particular Vertigo XG unit.
- Page 30 Installation and quick start instructions SuperMicro User’s Manual and Bootable CD These SuperMicro items are not required during the installation of a factory configured Vertigo XG. The Vertigo XG uses SuperMicro’s motherboard. As such, the documentation and bootable CD (drivers & utilities) have been included in the Vertigo XG shipping package.
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Page 31: Mounting The Vertigo Xg Chassis In A Rack
Installation and quick start instructions Mounting the Vertigo XG chassis in a rack Included in the shipping package is a Rack mounting kit, which contains the two rail units and screws required to mount the Vertigo XG chassis into an equipment rack. Note that the rails are designed to fit in racks with a depth of 28”... -
Page 32: Attaching The Chassis Rail To The Vertigo Xg Chassis
Installation and quick start instructions To separate the sections of the rail assemblies: Locate the rail assemblies in the items shipped with the Vertigo XG. Extend one of the rail assemblies by pulling it outward until the quick-release tab is visible. -
Page 33: Installing The Rack Rail Assemblies
Installation and quick start instructions Installing the rack rail assemblies Racks rail assembly attaches to the equipment rack structure and holds the chassis in place. Each rack rail assembly consists of two interconnected sections, a bracket that will be fixed to the rack’s structure and an extension rail that interlocks with the chassis rails. The extension rails allow the Vertigo XG chassis to extend between 30 inches and 33 inches beyond the rack structure’s facade. -
Page 34: Inserting The Vertigo Xg Chassis Into The Rack
Installation and quick start instructions Inserting the Vertigo XG chassis into the rack Once the rail assembly sections have been properly installed on the Vertigo XG chassis and in the equipment rack, you can use the following procedure to properly insert and fix the chassis into the equipment rack. -
Page 35: Cabling The Vertigo Xg Unit
Installation and quick start instructions Cabling the Vertigo XG unit Once the Vertigo XG chassis is securely mounted in an equipment rack, you can connect the required cables to the rear connectors of the Vertigo XG unit. Figure and the cabling procedure below provide step-by-step instructions for properly cabling the Vertigo XG unit. - Page 36 Installation and quick start instructions To cable the Vertigo XG: Connect the two (2) AC power cables to the power supply sockets on the rear panel of the Vertigo XG chassis. W A R N I N G DO NOT plug the power cables into AC power sockets yet. Connect the Keyboard and Mouse to the USB connectors on the rear panel of the...
- Page 37 Installation and quick start instructions SDI OUT C /K Both of these connectors are not used by the Vertigo XG. SDI OUT D /K ANALOG REF IN Connect to a house reference (Analog Blackburst or HD Tri-Level). ANALOG REF Optional connection. Use to feed a reference signal to another piece LOOP OUT of equipment.
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Page 38: Starting The Vertigo Xg
Installation and quick start instructions Starting the Vertigo XG Once the Vertigo XG is properly racked and cabled, you can make the power connections and you can perform the first-time start up of the Vertigo XG unit. Plug the monitor’s power cable into a power socket and power it on. Plug the Vertigo XG’s power supply cables into a power socket. - Page 39 Installation and quick start instructions Xplay Xplay is the playout control application that the master control system or device uses to control the playout of video and graphics on the Vertigo XG device. Whether the Vertigo XG is a single or dual channel model, only one instance of Xplay is used to control the Vertigo XG device’s output.
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Page 40: Assigning A New Ip Address To The Vertigo Xg Device
Installation and quick start instructions Assigning a new IP address to the Vertigo XG device Factory configured Vertigo XG units are shipped with a dynamic IP address. Using DHCP is not recommend, so you must assign a new static IP Address to the Vertigo XG device. To change the Vertigo XG’s current dynamic IP address to a static IP address: In the Vertigo Command Shell, type ipconfig and take note of the current IP configuration. -
Page 41: Verifying The Installation And Setup By Previewing The Playout
Installation and quick start instructions Verifying the installation and setup by previewing the playout To verify that the Vertigo XG is properly connected and operating, we recommend that you use the local copy of Xplay to load and playout an asset in the Live window and broadcast monitor associated with the Vertigo XG’s Channel A. - Page 42 Installation and quick start instructions Enable the Vertigo XG’s Live window For installation and troubleshooting purposes, the Vertigo XG is equipped with a preview window called the Live Window. The Live Window allows you to display a representation of the output channel’s playout directly on the Vertigo XG’s desktop. To enable the device channel’s Live Window: If Channel A’s Dashboard is not already open, select the T >L...
- Page 43 Installation and quick start instructions Use Xplay to playout a graphic To verify that the Vertigo XG is properly connected and playing out, the following procedures has you add a template asset to the playlist, then cue and take the asset so that it plays out in the Live window, as well as the broadcast monitor.
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Page 44: Completing The Quick Start Procedure
Installation and quick start instructions Completing the quick start procedure With the Vertigo XG now capable of playing out graphics, we recommend that you disable the Live Windows as they put an unnecessary burden on the system’s resources during on-air playout. -
Page 45: Need Further Assistance
EED FURTHER ASSISTANCE Technical Support For technical assistance, please contact the Technical support centre nearest you: Americas Office hours: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. (EST) Telephone: +1-800-224-7882 Fax: +1-514-335-1614 e-mail: support@miranda.com Asia Office hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (GMT+8) Telephone: +852-2539-6987 Fax: +852-2539-0804 e-mail:... -
Page 46: Related Documentation
Corporate headquarters You can contact corporate headquarters at: Grass Valley, A Belden Brand 3499 Douglas-B.-Floreani St-Laurent, Quebec, Canada H4S 2C6 Tel. 514-333-1772 Fax. 514-333-9828 Visit our web site at www.miranda.com...
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