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XD20 Media Player
Installation and
Operating Guide
Version 1.1
Effective Date: August 2010
Document # 9301H264001.1
Datasat Digital Entertainment
9631 Topanga Canyon Place
Chatsworth, CA 91311
USA

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  • Page 1 XD20 Media Player Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Effective Date: August 2010 Document # 9301H264001.1 Datasat Digital Entertainment 9631 Topanga Canyon Place Chatsworth, CA 91311...
  • Page 2 © 2008-2010 Datasat Digital Entertainment. All right reserved. The content of this publication is subject to change without notice. Datasat Digital Entertainment assumes no obligation to notify you of any changes or updates. While Datasat Digital Entertainment, Inc. believes this publication is accurate, due to ongoing improvements and revisions, Datasat Digital Entertainment cannot guarantee the accuracy of printed material, nor can it accept responsibility for errors or omissions.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Software License Agreement....................xii Installation Checklist ......................xiii OPERATING XD20 ......................15 1.1. Front Panel Controls and Indicators................15 1.2. Powering ON the XD20 Media Player................2 1.3. LED Indicators ......................... 2 1.4. LCD Screen ........................3 1.4.1. Status Display ........................3 1.4.2.
  • Page 4 2.6.5. Video Inhibit ........................19 2.6.6. Video Playlist Automation Sequence.................. 19 2.6.7. End of Playlist........................19 2.7. XD20 Indicators and Display for Video ................ 20 2.7.1. Video LCD Display ......................20 2.7.2. Projector Warming Up Display................... 20 2.7.3. Display when Playing Playlist .................... 20 2.8.
  • Page 5 ........................54 5.3.4. Panastereo CSP1200 and SMART..................54 ® 5.3.5. Dolby CP200 Operation....................55 5.4. XD20 Calibration and Setup ..................55 5.4.1. Equipment Requirements ....................55 5.4.2. Setting and Adjusting Audio Output Levels ............... 55 5.4.2.1. Adjusting Levels ..................... 55 5.4.3.
  • Page 6 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.2.3. Language Versions......................70 7.3. Video Setup ........................70 7.3.1. Video Output Settings......................71 7.3.1.1. Video Interface......................71 7.3.1.2. Video Aspect......................72 7.3.1.3. Video Color Setting ....................72 7.3.1.4. Video Resolution..................... 72 7.3.1.5.
  • Page 7 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.8. System Settings ......................93 7.8.1. Button Assignments ......................94 7.8.2. USB Memory ........................94 7.8.2.1. XD20 Configuration ....................95 7.8.2.2. Master Settings......................96 7.8.2.3. Copy ........................98 7.8.2.4. Log Files and Diagnostic Files................99 7.8.3.
  • Page 8 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendixes A. Connector Pin-outs B. Cinema Processor Interface Wiring Diagrams C. XD20 Wiring and Block Diagrams D. Cable Assemblies and Breakout Boards E. Timecode Reader Head Mounting Brackets F. System Parts List G. Specifications H.

  • Page 9: Introduction

    Version 1.1 Introduction This manual explains the XD20 Media Player setup and operation. It contains full instructions for installing hardware and software, setting up audio playback, configuring the system, performing maintenance and troubleshooting, and setting up and operating optional functions: high definition video, CSS (subtitling, narration and captions), and digital audio out.

  • Page 10: About Xd20 Media Player

    XD20 connects directly or via network to an external DVD drive unit (see Appendix M). To get the most out of your XD20, we suggest that you review this manual and keep it available during system installation and initial operation.

  • Page 11: Limited Warranty

    Version 1.1 Limited Warranty Datasat Digital Entertainment software is warranted against defects for a period of 90 days from the date of the original purchase. XD20 hardware is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original purchase. This warranty includes parts and labor.

  • Page 12: Software License Agreement

    Software solely for your internal business purposes and solely in connection with the XD20 Media Player. All rights not expressly granted to you are reserved by Datasat Digital Entertainment.

  • Page 13: Installation Checklist

    Installation Checklist Use these checklists to make sure that important settings are completed before playing content to an audience. There are separate checklists for installing XD20, the DTS Access™ option and the High Definition Video Playback option. Table 1: XD20 Installation and Setup (Soundtrack Option)
  • Page 14 Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. See Appendix I, Technical Maintenance. Power Cord to the XD20 rear panel: The power cord is the main disconnect device. It should be plugged into an easily accessible outlet. The power cord is to be used in a minimum type SVT 18/3 rated 250 Volts AC, 10 Amps with a maximum length of 4.5 M,...

  • Page 15: Operating Xd

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Part 1: Operation The first four chapters of this manual describe the information the projectionist needs to operate the XD20 Media Player on a day-to-day basis. • Operating XD20 • Loading and Playing Content •...

  • Page 16: Powering On The Xd20 Media Player

    Start by turning ON the front panel power button. It typically takes the system 90 seconds to initialize. The XD20 boots from the Flash drive that is connected (internally) to its motherboard. It may take an additional minute if the system is performing one of its periodic self diagnostics.

  • Page 17: Lcd Screen

    Menu mode On the left of the liquid crystal display (LCD) screen on the front panel of XD20 is the menu display area. At times, there will be a scrollbar to its left to indicate additional choices off-screen. Use the up/down arrows on the navigation pad to bring unseen choices onto the screen.

  • Page 18: Navigating Through The Menus

    Soundtrack Language, page 32.) 1.4.3. Navigating through the Menus Use the navigation buttons (arrow keys and Enter) on the XD20 front panel to navigate through the XD20 menus. These are shown in figure 1 on page 15. When the status display reads “Ready”, as shown below, press the Enter button to access the menus.
  • Page 19 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 To execute a command, highlight it and press the Enter button. Most menus contain an Exit Menus command which returns to the status display. Table 6: Navigation Keys Front Panel Key Description ►...

  • Page 20: Loading And Playing Content

    Soundtracks are DTS audio files for features and trailers. They are normally delivered on discs, which are inserted in the drives of the external DVD drive unit and saved on XD20s hard drive. If the XD20 is networked, soundtracks may be loaded via network using proprietary Datasat Digital Entertainment software.

  • Page 21: Css Terminology

    These are some of the terms associated with the CSS Option. Table 7: Definitions of Terms Term Definition Cinema Subtitling System. A system designed by Datasat Digital Entertainment that provides DTS Access™ content. DTS Access™ Group of delivery playback files that include subtitles, narration, and Rear Window™.

  • Page 22: Content Delivery

    DTS video content disc will automatically load when inserted in the external DVD drive unit. The content will be copied onto the XD20 hard disc for playback at a later time. XD20 will store several soundtracks and/or DTS Access™ discs for multiple features and trailers.

  • Page 23: Loading Soundtrack Discs

    A video/ACV disc will not load if not video enabled. Note: An exception to this occurs when network transfer is enabled. The XD20 will then load any film (soundtrack or CSS) content so that it may be distributed to other units, but will not play back the content if not licensed.

  • Page 24: Compatibility With Legacy Soundtrack Discs

    Old DTS soundtrack discs did not contain a language ID. If you load an older disc that does NOT contain a Language ID, and if Language Versions is enabled, XD20 will prompt you to identify the playback language desired. If you are prompted, you must identify the playback language of the disc. If Language Versions is disabled, XD20 will NOT prompt you to identify the language.

  • Page 25: Handling A Cd-Rom Read Error

    2. Open the DVD drive (in the external drive unit). Place the disc in the tray with the printed side 3. Close the tray. The XD20 will check the contents of the disc before loading to ensure that it does not reload preexisting video content.

  • Page 26: Loading A Dts Access™ Disc

    3. Press Enter and the disc trays will open. Remove the disc from the tray and close the tray. DTS Access™ discs will load onto the XD20 even if the unit is not licensed for the discs. However, they will only play back on XD20 units that have a CSS license.

  • Page 27: Loading Content Via Usb

    The following message appears if the all content and playlists were loaded without errors. 2.3.7. Loading Content via USB A USB memory stick or a USB external drive can be used to load content into the XD20. See Section 3.2.5 Load from USB.Loading Film Content Using a Local Network For a complete description of setting up and using your XD20 for Network loading, please see Section 7.8.5 Network.
  • Page 28 Figure 2: Network Content Distribution - 1 Due to the fact that the XD20 reserves 25GB of hard drive space for film content, a movie that plays for An extended period of time may get deleted from the drives of any units that have not played that movie for some time.

  • Page 29: Operating Xd20

    As an alternative to reloading the discs into the DR-1, it is possible to increase the space allocated on the hard drive of any XD20 so that it will hold more film content. The necessary increase in space would depend upon the rate of loading new titles and the number of weeks of play on a given screen. See - Film Reserved, under the Disc Space section on page 106, for specifics on increasing allocated space for film content.

  • Page 30: Playing Content With Film

    Timecode LED on the XD20 front panel will illuminate. The Timecode LED on the XD20 will also light if valid DTS timecode is received from a D-Cinema player. At this point, the corresponding DTS content will automatically play.

  • Page 31: Slide-Loop Playlist

    Preshow playlist when the playlist starts at night than when it starts during the day. In order for the scheduling to be correct, the date and time for the XD20 clock must be set correctly. If the XD20 Media Player is connected through the network and has a network time server configured, then the clock is automatically set by the program.

  • Page 32: Operation With Early/Late Preshow Presentations

    Figure 4: Operation with EPS and LPS 2.6.4.1. Configuration A video configuration file is delivered to the XD20 that defines the EPS and LPS presentations, and an optional end slide. The video configuration file also contains a set of “Preshow End” times that define when the Preshow should complete and the film presentation begin.

  • Page 33: Video Inhibit

    See the information on Pin Definitions on page 81, to define these pins. The XD20 will not start video playback as long as the video inhibit signal is active. The XD20 will also stop video playback immediately if this signal becomes active during the video playback.

  • Page 34: Xd20 Indicators And Display For Video

    2.7. XD20 Indicators and Display for Video The Video LED is lit whenever the XD20 is in process of playing a video playlist or video test content. The Audio LED is lit whenever the Video playlist is currently playing audio. The XD20 pulses the cinema processor to the DTS format when the Audio LED goes on.

  • Page 35: Video Projector Support

    You may then use the "Get Settings" menu command to save the video projector settings. Video projectors not listed can be used, but the XD20 will not have the functions listed above and will require an external automation controller to turn their lamps on and off.

  • Page 36: Video Projector Settings

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 2.8.1. Video Projector Settings The following table lists the video projector settings that are saved by the menu command and restored for each playlist. Some settings are forced to a certain value on the projector.

  • Page 37: Xd20 Playback And Info Menus

    This chapter describes the Playback and Info menus, submenus and their functions. 3.1. Main Menu The Main menu is the top level menu in the XD20 menu structure. Access it at the LCD screen on the front panel when it is displaying the Ready state.

  • Page 38: Video Playback Functions

    Exit Menus Return to the status display. Note: Access is denied to this menu unless your XD20 has the Video Option installed. If the XD20 has no license for the HD Video Option, the message shown below will display when you try to access the Video Playlist.

  • Page 39: Start Playlist Functions

    All of these playlist functions are also available as automation controls. The playlist will not start while the XD20 is receiving timecode or the Video Inhibit signal is active. Provided that the start command has been given through automation, the XD20 will automatically start after timecode has stopped for 10 seconds as long as the timecode ends within one minute of the command being given.

  • Page 40: Video Contents

    Move cursor, or exit menu if at the left-most position. Enter Start the video playback at the position displayed. 3.2.1.4. Video Contents Playback → Video → Contents These menus display information about the playlists that are currently installed on XD20. Document # 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 41 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Content Files List of video clips/images. Start Times List of preshow start times. Press down/up to scroll through start times. Schedules List of preshow schedules. Press down/up to scroll through schedules. Playlists List of preshow video playlists. Press down/up to scroll through playlists.

  • Page 42: Acv Playback

    Note: You cannot gain access to this menu (Main menu → Playback → ACV) unless your XD20 has the Video Option installed. If XD20 has no license for HD Video Option, the message shown below will display when you try to access the ACV Playlist.
  • Page 43 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Start/Stop This enters the ACV control menu that allows you to start/stop the playlist, or other functions through the soft buttons. When the video is stopped, the soft button options are Start, Select, and From, as shown below.
  • Page 44 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 From The From function allows you to start the ACV playlist from a selected clip number and offset position. Seg Clip number Offset HH:MM:SS (SS in increments of 10) Start Start from Start point.
  • Page 45 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Press Enter to select and display the clip details. Playlist Delete Deletes ACV playlist and any content associated with the playlist provided that the content is not in use by another playlist. Press up/down to view the list and press Enter to select a playlist to delete.

  • Page 46: Film Playback

    Language Versions option is enabled during the XD20 setup. If Language Versions is not enabled, then XD20 will only load and play one version of the soundtrack for the feature or trailer. Loading a second language for a soundtrack will overwrite the first language. To enable language versions see section 7.2.3.

  • Page 47: Css Playback

    “keyed” to your XD20 unit. CSS licenses cannot be shared with other XD20 units. You can find out what licenses have been installed on your XD20 by selecting Main Menu → Info → Licenses. Once your XD20 unit is licensed for the CSS Option, the CSS Playback menu will be available to you.
  • Page 48 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 3.2.3.3.1. CSS Mode This menu allows enabling or disabling of CSS captions. CSS Playback → CSS Mode CSS is OFF. Do not show subtitles or captions. One Show Only CSS is ON for one show only. This option turns the subtitle projector lamp on and plays back all available CSS files for one show only.

  • Page 49: Contents Menu

    Exit Menus Return to the status display. 3.2.3.4.1. Display Feature Contents From the Contents menu, select Features. XD20 displays a list of features for which soundtrack, narration, CSS, or Rear Window content is loaded on XD20. Document # 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 50 Film → Contents → Features Feature films will be listed in the order of the last played or loaded onto XD20. Scroll up and down the menu to view the entire list. Put the cursor on the feature name and press Enter to view content loaded for that feature, as shown below.
  • Page 51 Test content cannot be deleted through these menus, although video content can be deleted. Deleting All Contents From the Delete Contents menu, select All to delete all feature and trailer contents loaded on XD20. The menu shown below will request confirmation that all of the content is to be deleted.
  • Page 52 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Delete all feature and trailer content loaded on XD20. The following message will be displayed while the content is being deleted. After several seconds (depending on the number of files), the following message will appear: Exit Menus Do not delete any content and return directly to the status display.
  • Page 53 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Delete all soundtrack and CSS content files for the selected feature. A Delete in progress message will be displayed while the content is being deleted. After a few seconds (depending on the number of files), the following...

  • Page 54: External Input Mode

    Version 1.1 3.2.4. External Input Mode This menu allows XD20 to route audio from the external digital or S/PDIF input to the cinema processor and select routing options for PCM audio. The selection will not be saved when XD20 restarts.

  • Page 55: Load From Usb

    Main Menu → Playback→ Load from USB This option allows content that is stored on a USB storage device to be uploaded to XD20. The USB device, which may be a drive or a memory device, must contain FAT32, EXT2, or NTFS file format. The content must be present on the USB device in the exact format as it appears on the equivalent disc (such as a video disc or software update disc).
  • Page 56 Version 1.1 Load Preshow Video Any video files not already stored on the XD20 will be recognized as new, and loaded automatically. Load ACV Video If an ACV configuration file is found on the USB device, the system will begin loading automatically and display a screen similar to that shown below.

  • Page 57: Info Menu

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 3.3. Info Menu The Info Menu contains information about the XD20 software, licenses and MAC address. The MAC address is used to uniquely identify the XD20 unit. Main menu → Info Version Displays XD20 software version information.

  • Page 58: Licenses Menu

    3.3.2. Licenses Menu This menu displays which licenses are installed in the XD20 unit. You must use the Up and Down arrow buttons to scroll to view all license options. An asterisk in the brackets indicates that the license type described on the line has been installed.

  • Page 59: Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 4. Maintenance and Troubleshooting Check the Datasat Digital Entertainment Online Support site for the latest technical information at www.datasatdigital.com/Support/ for the latest information on maintenance, troubleshooting, and XD20 software versions. 4.1. Routine Maintenance •...

  • Page 60: Frequently Asked Questions

    4.3.4. XD20 Does Not Play Soundtrack Audio to Film 4.3.4.1. Timecode LED Is Blinking If the XD20 is not playing digital audio, first check to see if the timecode LED on the front panel is illuminated. If it is illuminated, but is blinking, then check the following: 1.

  • Page 61: Timecode Led Is Solid, But Audio Led Is Not Lit

    4.3.4.3. Blue Audio LED is Flashing at Regular Intervals If the Audio LED is flashing at regular intervals, then XD20 is reporting that it is not in the DTS format. This would occur in the following situations: •...

  • Page 62: Display Error Messages

    Version 1.1 As a last resort, force the unit to play in optical mode. Turn off the XD20 unit and verify that the cinema processor switches to optical. If it does not, press the desired format button on the cinema processor.

  • Page 63: Guide For A Seamless Change-Over

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 4. Selected XD20 units with CSS or Video Options may be configured with the soundtrack audio capability disabled. When the soundtrack audio is disabled, XD20 will not play DTS audio soundtrack with film. However, the unit will still function for video sound playback or external S/PDIF input.

  • Page 64: About The Raid Hard Drives

    That drive will be put in a “fault” state, and XD20 operation continues with the other drive. If the drive electronics fail in such a way as it does not respond to commands on the SATA interface, then the system will appear to be non-operative or non-responsive as the driver waits for a response.

  • Page 65: Hardware Installation

    Additional information can be found in: • Appendix A: Pin-out Connectors • Appendix B: Cinema Processor Interface Wiring Diagrams • Appendix C: XD20 Wiring and Block Diagrams • Appendix D: Cable Assemblies and Breakout Boards • Appendix E: TC Reader Head Mounting Brackets •...

  • Page 66: Unpacking System Components

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 5.1. Unpacking System Components The following is a list of the standard components for an XD20 shipment. The exact contents will vary, depending on the options you have ordered. • XD20 chassis and power cord •...

  • Page 67: Rack Mount Recommendations

    4. Connect the supplied power cable between the XD20 unit and your power source. 5.2.2. Rack Mount Recommendations Follow these recommendations if the XD20 unit is installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly. • Determine the maximum and ambient temperatures within the rack, since they may be greater than the maximum and ambient temperatures in the room.

  • Page 68: Two Projector (Change-Over) Theaters

    5.2.5. Two Projector (Change-over) Theaters Use a timecode “Y” cable to connect two readers to one XD20. Be sure to place each reader at the same location on each projector. This is to ensure the soundtrack plays in sync. The timecode offset values (distance from D600 reader to the projector’s picture gate) must be the same for each projector.

  • Page 69: Dolby ® Cp200 Operation

    The pink noise tests that are built into the XD20 are used only to make A-B comparisons to an alternate sound source, such as magnetic sound track or analog sound.

  • Page 70: A Note About Dts Subwoofer Output

    Pink Noise test section, it, will also be at +1.0. 5.4.3. A Note about DTS Subwoofer Output The XD20 subwoofer output level ranges from 20 Hz to 80 Hz and 20 Hz to 120 Hz (Coherent Acoustics format), up to 27 dB above reference (85 dB).

  • Page 71: Timecode Reader Sync Adjustment

    This adjustment is easily performed using the numbered leader in front of the DTS Demo Reel. (The demo reel is supplied with the DTS Technician’s Kit, which can be purchased from any Datasat Digital Entertainment dealer.) See the steps (below on this page). To aid in calibration, the offset leader is available separately (DDE part # 6800000201).

  • Page 72: Dts Special Venue Timecode Offset

    Timecode Printing Offset for 35MM and 70MM Film. 5.5.3. Verify Sound Performance Thread the DTS Demo reel (Buzz and Bill) through the projector and D600 reader. Be sure XD20 is fully booted and ready to play. The soundtrack for Buzz and Bill is factory-loaded on the hard drive.

  • Page 73: Check Automatic Fail-Safe (Default) Operation

    To connect multiple XD20s in a local network, it is necessary to connect each XD20 using CAT 5e or CAT 6 Ethernet cable to a network switch or router, depending on the requirements of your system. Whether using a network switch, a router, or connecting to an existing LAN, it is necessary to make sure that Network Transfer is set to “Enable”...

  • Page 74: Connecting To An Existing Lan

    When connecting multiple XD20 units together using a router, all units within the local network must be set to use DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). This setting will allow the router to assign IP addresses to each XD20 unit without any user intervention. (The full menu path is Setup → System → Network → Network Mode).

  • Page 75: Installing Licenses And Upgrading Software

    Cinema Subtitling System (CSS) Option – See Appendix J, Installing CSS. 6.3. Installation of Licenses 1. Check that the MAC Address of the license matches the XD20 MAC Address. Licenses may be received via email and loaded using a USB memory stick. Using your PC, copy the license to the root directory of a blank USB memory stick.

  • Page 76: Xd20 Software Updates

    When updating with a software update disc, the update will occur automatically when the disc is installed in the XD20. The update will not affect any of the XD20 configuration or contents and there is no special action required after the install takes place. If the update is included on a feature or software disc, the update will load but not install while a show is playing.

  • Page 77: Setup Menus

    The software update is complete when the “Ready” message appears on the display. 7. Setup Menus The Setup menu contains all configurable settings for XD20 that should be set by the technician and are not expected to change during day-to-day operations. The setup menu can be password protected to assure that the configuration does not change after the technician leaves.
  • Page 78 Film and Preshow content, 7) Set XD20 time and date, 8) Set the LCD contrast and brightness, 9) Identify drive A and drive B on the external DR-1 drive unit, 10) Check on the status of the RAID, 11) Revert to an earlier XD20 software version.

  • Page 79: Tc Reader Offset

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.1. TC Reader Offset This menu allows you to enter the offset required for your particular timecode reader location. See Chapter 5, Section 5.5, for information on calculating the correct settings. Adjustments can be made while playing and will occur within two seconds.

  • Page 80: Smpte

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.1.2. SMPTE Note: For more information on XD20 operation with SMPTE timecode, please refer to TN- H171 in Appendix L. (It is also posted on the online support site located at www.datasatdigital.com/support.) Setup → TC Reader Offset → SMPTE Serial Number Assigns a serial number to the incoming SMPTE timecode.

  • Page 81: Smpte: Offset

    Down Decrement value at cursor or toggle +/-. Enter Return to the previous menu. 7.2. Audio Setup This menu allows you to set up and test the XD20 audio. It also allows you to enable or disable the Language Versions function. Main menu → Setup → Audio Level Adjustment Adjust sound levels using audio generated by the XD20.

  • Page 82: Level Adjustment

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.2.1. Level Adjustment This menu is the first in a series of menus for setting the XD20 audio output level. Setup → Audio → Level Adjustment Reference Tone Play 1 kHz reference tone on all channels for adjusting the level.

  • Page 83: Audio Tests

    This menu allows you to play preloaded audio test content. See Table 8 for a description of the tests. Note that the Buzz and Bill test will also play CSS content (captions, subtitles, and narration) if the XD20 is licensed for CSS.

  • Page 84: Language Versions

    This menu is used to either enable or disable the Language Versions function. Language Versions allows XD20 to play different soundtrack languages for the same film. XD20 may load several language versions of a feature or trailer soundtrack, and play the selected language. The playback language maybe entered by the projectionist or selected by automation.

  • Page 85: Video Output Settings

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 If no video license is detected, the following message will display. To correct this problem, you must install a valid video license. See Section 6 Installing Licenses, page 61. 7.3.1. Video Output Settings The Video Output menu's submenus are used to select settings for the optimal image for the installed digital video projector system or monitor.

  • Page 86: Video Aspect

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.3.1.2. Video Aspect This menu is used to select the appropriate aspect ratio for the video projector or monitor. Setup → Video → Output → Aspect 16x9 Select if the video projector or monitor has a 16 x 9 aspect ratio.

  • Page 87: Video Frame Rate Menu

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.3.1.5. Video Frame Rate Menu This menu is used to set the video frame rate. The options are displayed in frames per second with an “i” indicating interlaced, and “p” indicating a progressive frame rate.

  • Page 88: Video Audio Setup

    This setting will attenuate the volume during the playback for video content. It has no affect on the volume for soundtrack. It can be set to a value between 0dB and -15dB. Video → Video Audio → Audio Trim Note: Change takes affect only after rebooting XD20. Increase Trim Down Decrease Trim...

  • Page 89: Video Projector Setup

    This menu selects the profile for the serial control of the video projector. By default No Projector is selected. If no projector is selected XD20 can still play video through the projector, but won’t be able to do some things automatically like turn the lamp on and off, or restore the saved projector settings.

  • Page 90: Save Video Projector Settings

    7.4. Cinema Subtitling System (CSS) Setup This is the top level menu for all CSS projector setup menus and it is available only when XD20 has the CSS option. These menus apply for installations using either the CSS cinema subtitling projector or other video projectors for CSS projected subtitles.

  • Page 91: Image Size

    Returns to the Status display. If your XD20 is not equipped with the CSS Option, you will be locked out of the CSS option on the Setup menu. When you try to access it, the following message will appear on the screen. To correct this problem, you must install a valid CSS Option license.

  • Page 92: Vertical Offset

    This menu allows you to make fine adjustments to the vertical placement (in pixels) of CSS subtitles. When you enter this menu, XD20 projects a subtitle area pattern to use to reference the position. When installing the projector, set the projector vertical offset to 0 and physically position the projector to project in the subtitle area.

  • Page 93: Select Projector

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.4.4.1. Select Projector This menu lets you select between the three supported CSS projectors. Menu CSS Projector EP91 0 RAID EP10 80 Video CSS → Options → Select Projector 7.4.4.2. CSS Text Color This menu lets you select the color of the text in subtitles and projected captions.

  • Page 94: Automation / Control

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.5. Automation / Control This is the top level menu in the Setup menu structure for setting format automation and I/O Control functions. Main menu → Setup → Automation Format Menu to define format pins and operating modes.

  • Page 95: Pin Definitions

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.5.1.1. Pin Definitions The Format Pin Defs menu is used to select settings for eight user-assignable pins in the XD20 25-pin Automation connector. Automation → Format→ Pin Definitions Predefined Formats Select predefined formats for commonly-used cinema processors.

  • Page 96: Custom Formats

    DTS Sustain XD20 input. Use this definition to switch the CP to the XD20 input and process as extended surround (ES). This should not be used to replace the DTS pulse signal, but as an alternate format used when XD20 detects that the soundtrack is encoded for DTS ES extended surround.

  • Page 97: Fallback Format For Soundtrack

    Note: If the fallback format is set to SR (1) and that pin is not defined as one of the format pins in the Pin Format menu, then XD20 will pulse the A format pin. If there is not an A format pin, then it will pulse the MONO format pin.

  • Page 98: Dts-6D Emulation

    DTS. However, when this happens, the blue Audio LED on the front panel will begin to blink. This is to alert the projectionist that DTS is playing, but XD20 is not in DTS format.

  • Page 99: I/O Control

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.6. I/O Control The I/O CONTROL menu is used to configure the pin definitions, and to automate soundtrack and CSS languages using the AUX I/O connector. (This is NOT the same as cinema processor automation control.) Setup →...
  • Page 100 To change the pin assignment, move the cursor to the desired pin number and press Enter. A menu appears with all of the available input pin assignments, as shown below: Unassigned A pulse on this pin is ignored by XD20. Stop Video Stops the video playlist.

  • Page 101: Output Control Pins

    End Pulse Used for the end pulse during the video playlist automation sequence. DTS Output Output will be low whenever the XD20 is playing audio (or the Blue Audio light is on). ES Output Output will be low whenever the XD20 is playing audio for extended surround (soundtrack audio only).

  • Page 102: Soundtrack Language Setups

    5. The selected soundtrack language or subtitle language plays only if the content for that language has been loaded on XD20. Each feature soundtrack dub is normally a separate set of discs. Also, each CSS subtitle language for a feature may be on separate discs. Check the disc label for the contents language.

  • Page 103: Subtitle Language Setups

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Table 15 Soundtrack Language List Arabic Aramaic Basque Braz. Portuguese Bulgarian Cantonese Catalan Croatian Czech Danish Dutch Estonian English Farsi Finnish Flemish French Fr. Canadian German German (Austria) Greek Hebrew Hindi Hungarian Icelandic...

  • Page 104: Playlist

    Loop at end of playlist 7.7.1. Video Start Delay The Video Start delay is the amount of time XD20 waits after receiving the “start” command (to start playing videos from the playlist). This is used to allow the video projector lamp time to warm up.

  • Page 105: Output Start Pulse

    This menu allows the end pulse to be enabled or disabled for the selected playlist type. The End Pulse must also be defined as one of the XD20 Control Output Pins. See Section 7.6.1.2, Output Control Pins. Automation → Playlist (Option 4) Enable End pulse is enabled.

  • Page 106: Lamp Off

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.7.6. Lamp off This menu defines if the video projector lamp will be turned off when the playlist completes. Automation → Playlist (Option 6) The projector lamp remains on at the end of the playlist.

  • Page 107: Automation Test

    Set network parameters. Disk Space Allocate disk space for film, video and ACV. System Clock View or change the XD20 time and date. LCD Setup Adjust brightness and contrast of display. DVD Drives Open drive trays of external DVD drive unit.

  • Page 108: Button Assignments

    7.8.1. Button Assignments When Button Assignments is selected from the Setup System menu, the Select Soft Button menu displays, to enable configuration of the four soft keys (or buttons) on the front panel of XD20 (below the LCD display). Setup → System → Button Assignments Select a Soft Button (1-4) and press Enter.

  • Page 109: Xd20 Configuration

    Insert the USB memory device into the USB port on the XD20 and press Enter to start. Press ◄ to abort. If there is no USB memory device connected to the XD20, a message appears and asks you to insert one.

  • Page 110: Master Settings

    Insert the USB memory device that contains the settings for your XD20 into the USB port and press Enter to copy the settings onto the XD20’s hard drive. Press ◄ to abort. If there is no USB memory device, a message appears, asking you to insert one.
  • Page 111 Enter Start the Save process. ◄ Cancel. Insert the USB memory device into the XD20 and press Enter to start the Save process. If there is no USB memory device, a message appears, asking you to insert one. The following message appears if the operation finishes without errors.

  • Page 112: Copy

    Each XD20 configuration is identified by the MAC address. Use the MAC address to identify the XD20 unit to copy the configuration from. This function may be used if an XD20 is being replaced, and the new unit requires the configuration of the one being replaced.

  • Page 113: Log Files And Diagnostic Files

    The following confirmation message will appear. System → USB Memory → Log Files or Diagnostic Files 2. Press Enter to activate the process of copying the Log Files or Diagnostic Files from the XD20 to the USB memory device. 3. Then remove the USB memory device, copy the log files or diagnostic files to a PC, zip them, and email them to the Datasat Digital Entertainment representative.

  • Page 114: Set Password

    To confirm the password, select OK. The following message will appear. Press Enter to return to the set password form. If you forget your password, contact Datasat Digital Entertainment Technical Support to receive help regaining access to the XD20. 7.8.4.1. Disable Password The Password menu also allows you to provide full access to the setup menus by disabling the password.

  • Page 115: Change Password

    System → Set Password 7.8.5. Network In a networked system the XD20 can play using remote data. However, the remote data must be downloaded to become local, before it can be played. The network is used for connection to the MediaLink XD. This menu is used to set the network parameters to allow remote access to the XD20.

  • Page 116: Network Mode

    System → Network → Network Mode Static IP Select a specific IP to connect to the network. DHCP Server XD20 makes a request to a DHCP server on the network to automatically be assigned a dynamic IP address. 7.8.5.2. Static IP Address This menu allows you to select a Static IP Address, along with other network addressing parameters.
  • Page 117 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.8.5.2.2. Set Subnet Mask This menu allows you to select and enter a static Subnet Mask IP Address. Network → Set Static IP → Subnet Mask The cursor (‘*’) is below one of the four three-digit fields. Each field has a value between 000 and 255.

  • Page 118: View Network Ip Address

    If you select Yes (Set Default) from the Set Defaults menu, this screen will display. Press Enter to exit. 7.8.5.3. View Network IP Address This menu allows you to see your XD20 Network IP Address. If your XD20 is connected to a network, a message similar to the following message will display on the screen.

  • Page 119: Network Transfer

    The network transfer of content does not apply to Video and ACV content. Maintenance of file contents on the remote XD20 units works the same as if the content were loaded locally on the XD20 through the connected DVD drives.

  • Page 120: Disk Space

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.9. Disk Space Use this menu to allocate disk space to film, preshow video, and ACV. ACV is allocated whatever space is not allocated by film and preshow. Main Menu → Setup → System → Disk Space Film Reserved Set the amount of disk space to reserve for film.

  • Page 121: View Space

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.9.3. View Space Use this menu to view the current allocation of disk space reserved for film, video, and ACV. System → Disk Space → View Space Film View film disk space details.

  • Page 122: System Clock

    Version 1.1 7.10. System Clock The System Clock menus allow you to set and view the date, time and Time Zone for your XD20. These settings are needed for logging information and for playing video playlists with auto-start times. Setting the Time Zone also allows the XD20 to automatically accommodate Daylight Savings Time.

  • Page 123: Set System Date

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 When the country you want to select appears on the screen, press Enter. If you select United States, the following menu will appear. Scroll through the menu to see a list of cities. When you see the city you want to select, press Enter. This will activate your selection and take you back to the System Clock menu.

  • Page 124: Lcd Setup

    Return to System menu. 7.13. RAID The Raid Status screen provides status information about the XD20 hard drives. Use the buttons below the LCD display to access the Details screen or to Refresh the status screen. If one of the drives is faulted, an additional button selection is available (Re-Add) to attempt to bring the drive back online.

  • Page 125: Software Revert

    The Revert operation allows the XD20 you are using to revert back to the previous version of XD20 software. It will only allow one step back (It will not revert back further than the previous version). Note: If the XD20 has been updated using a full install disc, it will not revert to a previous version.

  • Page 126: Display Language

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 7.15. Display Language This menu allows you to select the language displayed on the XD20 front panel LCD screen. English is the default. Main Menu → Setup → Display Language The standard language options are: •...
  • Page 127 Version 1.1 Appendix A. Connector Pin-outs This appendix lists the pin-out of all of the connectors on the back panel of the XD20 Media Player. Connectors For installation drawings and information about parts, refer to Appendix B: Cinema Processor Interface Wiring Diagrams, Appendix C: CSS and HD Video Option Wiring Diagrams, Appendix D: Cable Assemblies and Breakout Cards, and Appendix E: Timecode Reader Head Mounting Brackets.
  • Page 128 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Pinout Connectors for Current Version of XD20 AUTOMATION - DB25F AUTOMATION – DB25F Description FORMAT 0 FORMAT 1 FORMAT 2 FORMAT 3 FORMAT 4 FORMAT 5 FORMAT 6 FORMAT 7 USER GND USER SUPPLY...
  • Page 129 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 I/O CONTROL I/OCONTROL – 15-PIN MALE "D" Description INPUT 1(+) INPUT 2(+) INPUT 3(+) OUTPUT 1(+) OUTPUT 2(+) OUTPUT 3(+) SIGNAL GND INPUT 1(-) INPUT 2(-) INPUT 3(-) OUTPUT 1(-) OUTPUT 2(-) OUTPUT 3(-) +12V ANALOG OUT (CH 1 –...
  • Page 130 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Digital Audio IN – DB25F DIGITAL AUDIO IN (CH 1 – 8) E632 AES/EBU PCA Description Standard Ch Assignment Chassis Ground AES 1/2 - AES 3/4 + C/LFE Chassis Ground AES 5/6 -...
  • Page 131 Ultra Stereo JSD-80 cinema processor. The pin-out also matches the Dolby DMA8. Datasat Digital Entertainment offers a DB25 male to female cable, 3-feet long, for hook-up (DDE P/N 2503004100). If wiring your own cable, the following criteria must be met: 1.
  • Page 132 Sync Ground Monitor ID Bit #0 Monitor ID Bit #1 Horizontal Sync Vertical Sync Monitor ID Bit #3 XD20 requires the optional CSS license to be enabled, for this connector to be functional. Appendix A. Connector Pin-outs Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 133 TMDS Data0/5 Shield TMDS Clock Shield TMDS Clock+ TMDS Clock- Analog GND Return: (analog R, G, B) XD20 requires the optional HD Video license to be enabled, for this connector to be functional. Appendix A. Connector Pin-outs Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 134 Ground Ground Ground Ground No Connect Ground No Connect DDC DAT Horizontal Synchronization Vertical Synchronization DDC Clock XD20 requires the optional HD Video license to be enabled, for this connector to be functional. Appendix A. Connector Pin-outs Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 135 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendix B. Cinema Processor Interface Wiring Diagrams Cinema Processor Part No. XD20 Digital Audio Out to AP20 Digital Audio In H420 XD20 Analog Audio Out to AP20 Analog Audio In H421 XD20 Analog to XD10P...
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  • Page 159 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendix C. XD20 Wiring and Block Diagrams Description Page Part No. Wiring Diagram, XD20 WD-H230 XD20 Block Diagram BD-H230 Appendix C. Wiring & Block Diagrams Document #: 9301H264001.1...
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  • Page 162 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendix D. Cable Assemblies & Breakout Boards Audio and Automation Cables Description Part No. Rev. Audio Cables Audio XD10/20 to CP45 E680 CP200, JM11/21 Jumper D712 XD10/20 E557 to DA10/20 Audio E743 XD10/20 to CP650/CP500 Audio...
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  • Page 176 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 E709 Cable Assembly, XD10 to SMART Mod VI See page D-7 Appendix D. Cables & Breakout Cards D-15 Document #: 9301H264001.1...
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  • Page 181 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendix E. Timecode Reader Head Mounting Brackets Timecode Reader Head Mounting Brackets – Parts List Description Part No. Page Standard Bracket D614C Universal Bracket D615A Phillips AA Bracket (Norelco DP70) D616B “L” Bracket (Kinoton DP75)
  • Page 182 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Timecode Reader Head Mounting Brackets - Description • D616 - AA2 bracket (35mm only) For Norelco AA projectors. Comes with the following hardware: Description #10 lock washers 5/16 in. x 18 x 5 in. long screws 3/8 in.
  • Page 183 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Timecode Reader Standard Mounting Brackets (next 3 pages) Appendix E. TCR Head Brackets Document #: 9301H264001.1...
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  • Page 189 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Mounting adapters used when switching between 35mm & 70mm readers (next 3 pages) Appendix E. TCR Head Brackets Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 190 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendix E. TCR Head Brackets E-10 Document #: 9301H264001.1...
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  • Page 192 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Installing Timecode Reader with spacer plates on a projector with a “mag” (magnetic) head. Appendix E. TCR Head Brackets E-12 Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 193 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Timecode Reader Head Drawings These drawings are to be used to help installers determine Timecode offset (delay) only. Appendix E. TCR Head Brackets E-13 Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 194 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 35mm and 70mm Readers, Switchable, Using the Same Bracket If both 35mm and 70mm reader heads are to be used on the same bracket, add spacer breakaway plates to the readers. They are added to allow quick changes between the two. Keep the plates attached to the readers and maintain them as a set once the projector alignments are finished.
  • Page 195 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Mounting adapters when switching between 35mm and 70mm Readers Appendix E. TCR Head Brackets E-15 Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 196 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendix F. System Parts List Note: There are different configurations for XD20 installations, depending on cinema processor interface, cable length, and whether there are single or dual projectors. XD20 Master Parts List Part Number...
  • Page 197 Replacement Parts Part Number Description Timecode Readers MD10D60000 D600 Timecode reader head, 35mm, auxiliary roller attached 9005E10800 Auxiliary roller assembly kit, 35mm MD10D60002 D600-02 Timecode Reader Head, 70mm 9005E16300 Auxiliary Roller, 70mm Appendix F. XD20 System Parts List Document #: 9301H264001.1...

  • Page 198: Optional Features

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendix G. Specifications Optional Features DTS Access™ technology for subtitling, captioning, and narration (audio description) Standard and High Definition Video Playback Second (back-up) hard drive External DVD Drives Inputs Time code (Projector 1 and Projector 2)

  • Page 199: Audio Outputs

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Audio Outputs Analog (Main) Connectors: Rear Panel DB25M Channels 1- 8 Output Impedance: 100 Ohm (load > 600 Ohms) Output Level: unbalanced 300 mV @ -20dBFS (reference level) Frequency Response: 20 – 20 kHz +/- 0.5 dB @ reference level Dynamic Range: 100 dB, 20 –...

  • Page 200: Other Connectors

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Audio Inputs Digital Audio In Connector: Rear Panel DB25F Electrical Format: AES/EBU 8-channels S/PDIF Input Connector: Rear panel RCA Image Formats (with video option) Video: HD-MPEG2, MPEG4, WM9, VOB Still: JPEG, TIFF, Bitmap...

  • Page 201: Hard Drive

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 DVD-ROM (optional 1U unit – DR-1 (DDE P/N H260)) Two (2) 16X DVD-ROM drives Hard Drive Capacity: 250 GB MTBF 1 million operational hours Second hard drive is an option User Interface Status LEDs (Front Panel)
  • Page 202 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Regulatory – Safety, Emissions, and Susceptibility Specifications Table 3. Regulatory, Safety, EMI/EMC, Environmental Safety ANSI UL60950-1 (USA) CAN/CSA-C22.2 NO.60950.95 3 edition (USA) c-UL (Canada) Radiated and Conducted Class A limits of CISPR 22 per FCC CFR Title 47, part 15 Subpart...
  • Page 203 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendix H. Menu Structure Appendix H. Menu Structure Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 204 2. Menus shown may not be active on all units. Some menus appear only when the unit is licensed for that option. Some menus are dependent on selections in other menus. 3. This menu structure applies to XD20 units with software V2.2.02 and above. Appendix H. Menu Structure...
  • Page 205 1. Menus shown may not be active on all units. Some menus appear only when the unit is licensed for that option. Some menus are dependent on selections in other menus. Use right arrow key to cycle through menu choices. 3. This menu structure applies to XD20 units with software V2.2.02 and above. Appendix H. Menu Structure Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 206 2. Menus shown may not be active on all units. Some menus appear only when the unit is licensed for that option. Some menus are dependent on selections in other menus. 3. This menu structure applies to XD20 units with software V2.2.02 and above. Appendix H. Menu Structure...
  • Page 207 A coin-cell battery (CR2032) powers the real-time clock and CMOS memory when the XD20 is disconnected from AC power. The battery has an estimated life of two years. When the XD20 is connected to AC power, the standby current from the power supply extends the life of the battery.
  • Page 208 5. Press downward on the new battery until the battery clip engages and holds the battery in place. 6. Reinstall the top cover of the XD20. 7. If you removed the XD20 from the rack, replace it into the rack and reconnect all cabling. 8. Connect the power cord to the AC source.
  • Page 209 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Installing or Changing Auxiliary Roller for Timecode Reader Head The Auxiliary Roller is designed to mount at either end of the reader’s small secondary rollers. The following instructions and diagrams provide step-by-step instructions for installing or changing an auxiliary roller.
  • Page 210 A circuit breaker protects the power going to the D600 Timecode Reader Head (through the 9-pin connector) against short circuits. The breaker is self-resetting so replacement is unnecessary. The 9-pin connector (accessed on the XD20 rear panel) is used to connect the timecode cable to the Timecode Reader on the projector.
  • Page 211 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide V 1.1 Cutaway View Figure 2. XD20 Cutaway View Appendix I. Technical Maintenance Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 212 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide V 1.1 Back Panel Diagram Figure 3. XD20 Back Panel Diagram Appendix I. Technical Maintenance Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 213 A cinema subtitling projector (CSP) can be mounted in a projection booth or in an auditorium. In most theaters, it will be in the projection booth. It is used to project subtitles that are supplied by the XD20 software. The subtitle content is loaded directly into the XD20 from a DTS Access™ disc, or into multiple XD20s through the network Appendix J.
  • Page 214 Datasat Digital Entertainment does not supply equipment for Subtitling and/or Projected Captions. Datasat Digital Entertainment also does not supply the LED data wall or reflector panels for Rear Window™ Captioning. Nor does Datasat Digital Entertainment supply the narration delivery system (FM or IR).
  • Page 215 Automation Figure 1. XD20 Rear Panel For information on cabling, see diagram H288, XD20 with CSS and HD Video Options, in Appendix C. For connector pinout details, see Appendix A. COM 1 is the data to the Rear Window™ Data Wall.
  • Page 216 1. Remove masking on the CSP projector’s EMA (if present) and set it aside. (You will reinstall it later.) 2. Turn on the CSP using the XD20 menu (Playback → Film → CSS Playback → CSS Mode). (In the CSS Mode menu, choose ON.) 3.
  • Page 217 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Movie screen RP40 projected image area CSP projected alignment Figure 2. Align the projected pattern (white) with Line 1, Line 6, and Line 7 10. If the alignment pattern is somewhat smaller than the area bounded by lines 1 and 6, use the CSS menu to fine-tune the vertical placement of this pattern so that it is approximately centered between lines 1 and 6.
  • Page 218 View is looking downward at top of projector. 2. Play the Buzz and Bill Show from the XD20 (Setup → Audio Setup → Audio Tests → Buzz and Bill Show). The RP40 is still running at this point, providing a background image. Check to see if the subtitles are correctly placed.
  • Page 219 Whenever a program is selected for playing, and a Rear Window™ track for that program has been loaded, it will automatically output the Rear Window™ track via the COM1 connector. Two wires connect the XD20 COM1 connector to the captions display system. See the wiring diagram at the end of this appendix for more details.
  • Page 220 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 CSS SETUP MENU Selections and Descriptions Main menu → Setup → CSS Image Size Select size of subtitles Vertical Offset Adjust vertical placement of subtitles Test Patterns Display CSS test patterns. Options Select projector, projection orientation or set color options.
  • Page 221 1. Verify that the COM 1 cable is securely connecting the XD20 to the caption system. 2. Confirm that the power to the Data Wall inside the theater is ON. When both the XD20 and the Data Wall are ON, the following message should display: Please adjust your reflectors. (This image will be reversed).
  • Page 222 The CSS option requires a license to operate. To confirm your XD20 has this license, select Enter, then scroll down to licenses and select Enter again. There should be a [ * ] next to CSS, if not contact Datasat Digital Entertainment or your dealer to obtain a CSS license.
  • Page 223 NO: Replace the lamp. 8. Is the CSS Lamp Hours status indicates “unavailable”, the projector lamp may be burned out and must be replaced, or your projector is not one of the listed selections in the XD20 menu. YES: Replace the lamp.
  • Page 224 For CSP check the following: 1. Go into the CSS Lamp Hours display in the XD20 CSS Playback menu and verify that the lamp counter has been reset to “0”. If not at zero, see the topic Reset the Lamp Hour Counter in this appendix to reset the counter.
  • Page 225 7. To test select “Bill & Buzz” in the Audio test section in the setup menu of the XD20, when this test is played the front panel should have the “serial” LED illuminated. If this is on and no titles are being displayed problem is most likely with the caption display equipment.
  • Page 226 Narration is NOT playing in sync with the sound track or action on-screen Go to the XD20 Setup → TC Reader Offset menu to verify that the offset value has been correctly set. Appendix J. CSS Installation I-14 Document #: 9301H264001.1...

  • Page 227: Connection Diagram

    XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Connection Diagram Appendix J. CSS Installation I-15 Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 228 6. The XD20 will not accept 2 playlists with the same playlist name. When loading a playlist with the same name it will delete the old playlist (including its content) before loading the new one.
  • Page 229 1. Create the playlist as described above. 2. The ACV GUI polls the network for all available XD20 units and creates a list upon startup. If the XD20 is not online when the program starts, press “Scan for Players” to recreate the list.
  • Page 230 Creating a DVD with ACV playlist. The software can be used to create a DVD with ACV contents and playlist. The DVD may then be inserted into the XD20 with DR-1 to ingest the ACV content and playlist. 1. Create the playlist as described above.
  • Page 231 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendix L: Technical Notes Tech Notes published by Datasat Digital Entertainment (DDE). Technical Notes Document No. Description TI-H299 Timecode Printing Offset for 35mm and 70mm Film DTS Special Venue Timecode Offset TI-E243B DTS 35mm Track Specification...
  • Page 232 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendix L. Technical Notes Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 233 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 DTS Special Venue Timecode Offset The DTS timecode offset setting is unique to the film format and the distance between the DDE or DTS reader head and the picture aperture. The calculations below are used when determining the timecode offset for special film speeds and formats.
  • Page 234 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendix L. Technical Notes Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 235 XD20 Installation and Operating Guide Version 1.1 Appendix L. Technical Notes Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 236 LED indicators on the TIMECODE Datasat Digital Entertainment (DDE) or DTS player and the reader (DTS-6/-6D, XD10 and XD20) should remain brightly lit and not flash more than a few times a minute. Excessive flashing indicates a problem and should be fixed immediately. The optics on the reader should be blown off with compressed air at least once a day, but never adjust the lens.
  • Page 237 TITLE NUMBER Timecode Reading Problems TN-E698 DEPARTMENT CREATED BY: EFFECTIVE DATE APPROVED BY: Engineering K. Hultgren January 23, 2009 L. Brown The input auxiliary roller should be set as close to the Adding a roller center roller as to the reader’s possible.
  • Page 238 TCR version is V1.46 and is located at U14 on the D422 board. • Borrow a known good reader from another screen. If this fixes the problem, replace the faulty reader. Please refer questions to Datasat Digital Entertainment Technical Support DTS Digital Cinema LTD Datasat Digital Entertainment Headquarters Email: techsupport@datasatdigital.com...
  • Page 239 TITLE NUMBER Timecode Reading Problems TN-E698 DEPARTMENT CREATED BY: EFFECTIVE DATE APPROVED BY: Engineering K. Hultgren January 23, 2009 L. Brown Checking timecode with an oscilloscope Connect option 1 Remove the timecode reader cable’s connector shell from the reader end. Connect the scope probe to Pin 1 and the scope ground to Pin 6.
  • Page 240 TITLE NUMBER Timecode Reading Problems TN-E698 DEPARTMENT CREATED BY: EFFECTIVE DATE APPROVED BY: Engineering K. Hultgren January 23, 2009 L. Brown The D729 adapter assembly, shown below, may be purchased from DDE or you may build it yourself. Appendix L. Technical Notes L-10 Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 241 TITLE NUMBER Timecode Reading Problems TN-E698 DEPARTMENT CREATED BY: EFFECTIVE DATE APPROVED BY: Engineering K. Hultgren January 23, 2009 L. Brown Checking for noise on a timecode reader using an oscilloscope 1. Connect the oscilloscope to the reader as explained on page 4. 2.
  • Page 242 TITLE NUMBER PAGE XD10 Operation with SMPTE Timecode TN-H171 DEPARTMENT CREATED BY: EFFECTIVE DATE APPROVED BY: Engineering F. Pflaum June 25 2007 This document describes the operation of the XD10 with V2.1 or above using SMPTE TC to play film content (Soundtrack and/or access material).
  • Page 243 TITLE NUMBER PAGE XD10 Operation with SMPTE Timecode TN-H171 DEPARTMENT CREATED BY: EFFECTIVE DATE APPROVED BY: Engineering F. Pflaum June 25 2007 3 Reel Number When playing SMPTE timecode the XD10 may select the reel number based on either the SMPTE timecode hour value, or through a menu selection.

  • Page 244: Copyright Protection

    Unauthorized disclosure is a violation of State, Federal, and International laws. Use limited to licensees of Datasat Digital Entertainment. Copyright Protection DO NOT DUPLICATE. Copyright 2007-2010, Datasat Digital Entertainment. All rights reserved. Unauthorized duplication or distribution is a violation of State, Federal, and International laws. Protected by U.S. and international patents issued and pending.
  • Page 245 DTS Timecode Playback from Digital Cinema Packages Release Version 1.0 Effective Date: Sept 2008 Document # TM-H292 Datasat Digital Entertainment 9631 Topanga Canyon Place Chatsworth, CA 91311 Appendix L. Technical Notes L-15 Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 246 The content of this publication is subject to change without notice and this notice does not represent a commitment on the part of Datasat Digital Entertainment to advise you of any such changes. While Datasat Digital Entertainment believes this publication is accurate, due to on-going improvements and revisions, Datasat Digital Entertainment cannot guarantee the accuracy of this printed material, nor can it accept responsibility for errors or omissions.

  • Page 247: Playback Setup

    As the cinema industry makes the transition from film to digital projection, around the world people are recognizing the advantages of incorporating DTS timecode into the digital cinema file server. Driving a Datasat Digital Entertainment (DDE) or DTS player from the DTS timecode output of a digital cinema server is a very useful scheme for allowing the use of the DTS-CSS or XD10 functions of Subtitling, Narration, and open or closed captions.
  • Page 248 DTS Timecode Playback from Digital Cinema Packages Version 1.0 Timecode + from digital server Timecode - Timecode + if film & digital Figure 1. Timecode Input Caution: Do NOT make any connection to any pin labeled N/C. B. The DDE or DTS playback systems will have an offset number that is calibrated for the film projector. Make sure you write the film offset number down as it will have to be set back (reset) prior to playing film again.
  • Page 249 DTS Timecode Playback from Digital Cinema Packages Version 1.0 Appendix L. Technical Notes L-19 Document #: 9301H264001.1...
  • Page 250 TITLE NUMBER Reader Head LED Voltage Calibration TN-E550 (D424 P.C. Board Only) DEPARTMENT CREATED BY: EFFECTIVE DATE APPROVED BY: Engineering K. Hultgren January 23, 2009 L. Brown This procedure applies only to reader heads with the D424 P.C. board. The D424 P.C. board was used in reader heads with a date code of May 2006 or earlier.
  • Page 251 LED may be damaged or aged. Older version D424 boards may not have a trim pot. In that case, if the voltage is not between 2.5 and 4.0 volts DC, then you must do a repair-exchange on the reader. Contact your local Datasat Digital Entertainment (DDE) dealer.
  • Page 252 TITLE NUMBER PAGE TN-E550 Reader Head LED Voltage Calibration (D424 P.C. Board Only) DEPARTMENT CREATED BY: EFFECTIVE DATE APPROVED BY: Engineering K. Hultgren January 23, 2009 L. Brown On older versions of D424 boards that have a trim pot but no test points, carefully connect your meter as shown below and measure the voltage.
  • Page 253 One set-screw to secure auxiliary roller Two set-screws to secure rollers Please refer questions to Datasat Digital Entertainment Technical Support DTS Digital Cinema LTD Datasat Digital Entertainment Headquarters Email: techsupport@datasatdigital.com...
  • Page 254 DR-1. The DR-1 is powered via 12V output from an XD20 unit, so the drive unit should be mounted in a rack near one of the XD20 units. The DR-1 has an Ethernet connector, for communication of data with one or more XD20 players.

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