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Miranda Vertigo XG Installation & Quick Start Manual

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Vertigo XG
Advanced HD/SD Graphics Processor
Installation & Quick Start Guide
M848-2705-480
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  • Page 1 Vertigo XG Advanced HD/SD Graphics Processor Installation & Quick Start Guide M848-2705-480 w w w . m i r a n d a . c o m...
  • Page 3 Vertigo Suite v4.8 Vertigo XG21-e Vertigo XG22-e Advanced HD/SD Graphics Processors Installation & Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 4 Miranda Technologies Inc. reserves the right to revise and improve its products at any time and without notice. This publication describes the state of this product at the time of its publication, and may not reflect the product at all times in the future.

  • Page 5: Safety Compliance

    Safety Compliance This equipment complies with the requirements of the following standards for Safety of Information Technology Equipment: • CSA C22.2 no. 60950-1-07 (2 Edition) • UL 60950-1 (2 Edition) • IEC/EN 60950-1 (2 Edition) Warning: An appropriately listed/certified main supply power cord must be used for the connection of the equipment to the main voltage at either 120V or 240V CAUTION:...
  • Page 6 WARNING Vertigo XG devices contain Class 1 lasers, which are deemed safe under normal operating conditions. Standalone Equipment - Laser source(s) employed: CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Cabling the Vertigo XG unit ......................2-11 Starting the Vertigo XG........................2-14 Assigning a new IP address to the Vertigo XG device ..............2-16 Verifying the installation and setup by previewing the playout ............2-17 Completing the quick start procedure ....................2-20 Need further assistance? ....................
  • Page 8 Table of Contents TOC-2 Vertigo XG Installation & Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 9: Introduction

    This guide provides basic Vertigo XG product information, as well as an orientation of its hardware components. This guides also provides instructions for performing a first-time installation of the Vertigo XG device, as well as initial setup tasks to get the device up and running.

  • Page 10: Vertigo Xg Product Description

    The Vertigo XG is Miranda’s full-featured HD/SD graphics processor providing high performance single or dual channel graphics rendering and video playback performance. The Vertigo XG is ideal for a wide range of advanced real-time broadcast applications, like HD/SD dual-casting with independent graphics for HD and SD, and single channel applications demanding sophisticated, multi-channel branding and promotional graphics.
  • Page 11 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.

  • Page 12: Overview Of The Vertigo Xg Chassis

    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 13: Front Panel Components

    Introduction Front panel components The Vertigo XG’s front panel provides convenient access to the hard drives, two USB ports, a CD/DVD ROM drive, and a control panel containing six LEDs and three buttons for system monitoring and operation. Figure identifies each component on the Vertigo XG’s front panel.

  • Page 14: Rear Panel Components

    SDI Video Card I/O Connector Figure 1-2. The Vertigo XG’s rear panel components (XG22-e model) In some cases, the positioning of the connectors on the Vertigo XG’s rear panel differs depending upon the hardware options installed. See page 1-3 for a list of the Vertigo XG’s hardware options.

  • Page 15: Installation 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 16 Enable the Vertigo XG’s Live Window • In Xplay, add an asset to a playlist and verify that it plays out properly • On a dual channel Vertigo XG, repeat the above steps for channel B Complete the quick start procedure (page 2-20) •...

  • Page 17: Unpacking And Verifying The Vertigo Xg Shipped Items

    Unpacking and verifying the Vertigo XG shipped items The Vertigo XG device is packaged and shipped with the items listed in the table below. As you unpack the contents of the shipment, please verify the completeness and condition of the contents of your received shipment.
  • Page 18 Dashboard. Both the keyboard and mouse provided can be connected to the USB 2.0 connectors on the front or rear panels of the Vertigo XG device. If you prefer to use a mouse and/or keyboard that has a PS/2 connection, there are two (2) PS/2 connectors available on the rear panel of the Vertigo XG device.
  • Page 19 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 20 The ATI FirePro kit items are not required during the installation of a factory configured Vertigo XG. The Vertigo XG uses the ATI FirePro graphics card. As such, the following ATI FirePro’s installation items are also included in the Vertigo XG shipping package: •...

  • Page 21: Mounting The Vertigo Xg Chassis In A Rack

    28” to 33”. Due to the heavy weigh of the unit, the rack in which the Vertigo XG unit will be installed should be anchored to the building’s structure.
  • Page 22 Secure the rail to the chassis with a Type G screw. Repeat the above steps 2 to 6 to install the other rail on the other side of the chassis. Vertigo XG Installation & Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 23 10. Measure the depth of your rack and adjust the length of the rails accordingly. 11. Repeat the same steps to install the outer rail on the chassis. 12. Secure both outer rail assemblies to the rack with Type H screws and Type I washers. Vertigo XG Installation & Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 24 Adjustments to the slide assemblies might be necessary to achieve a smooth insertion. CAUTION Due to the heavy weight of the Vertigo XG device, ensure that the rack is securely anchored onto a unmovable surface or structure before installing the chassis into the rack. CAUTION Slide/rail mounted equipment is not to be used as a shelf or a workspace.

  • Page 25: 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 26 Vertigo XG device to VGA monitor. Although there are two (2) DVI connectors, the Vertigo XG can display to only one monitor. Therefore, it does not matter which of the two connectors the monitor’s cable is connected to.
  • Page 27 GPI to control the Vertigo XG. The GPI Card is a hardware option on the Vertigo XG, which allows for control of the Vertigo XG via GPI triggers. The card provides for up to 8 optically isolated GPI inputs...

  • Page 28: 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.
  • Page 29 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.

  • Page 30: 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 31: Verifying The Installation And Setup By Previewing The Playout

    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 32 If Channel A’s Dashboard is not already open, select the T >L OOLS AUNCH ASHBOARD menu command in the Vertigo XG’s Control Panel for Channel A. Then, select the device’s channel from the Device List. Select A from the Settings Mode drop-down list. DVANCED When promted, click Y to switch to advance mode.
  • Page 33 Device Viewer. The template is displayed in the Device Viewer. Click the T button. The graphic is played out on both the Vertigo XG’s Live Window and the broadcast monitor. Live Window Broadcast Monitor Vertigo XG Installation & Quick Start Guide...

  • Page 34: 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 35: Need Further Assistance

    EED FURTHER ASSISTANCE Technical Support For technical assistance, please contact the Miranda Technical support centre nearest you: Americas Telephone: +1-800-224-7882 e-mail: support@miranda.com Asia Telephone: +81-3-5644-7663 e-mail: asiatech@miranda.com Europe, Middle East, Africa, UK Telephone: +44 (0) 1491 820222 e-mail: eurotech@miranda.com France (only) Telephone: +33 (0) 1 55 86 87 88 e-mail: francetech@miranda.com...
  • Page 36 Need further assistance? Miranda’s Corporate headquarters You can also contact Miranda’s corporate headquarters at: Miranda Technologies Inc. 3499 Douglas-B.-Floreani St-Laurent, Quebec, Canada H4S 2C6 Tel. 514-333-1772 Fax. 514-333-9828 www.miranda.com Vertigo XG Installation & Quick Start Guide...

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M848-2705-470Vertigo xg21-eVertigo xg22-e

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