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  • Page 1: Technical Reference

    Technical RefeRence Hardware Version 11.02 - July 2013...
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  • Page 3 (for manuals on hardware products) or at the following page on the EVS website: http://www.evs.com/contacts. User Manuals on EVS Website The latest version of the user manual, if any, and other user manuals on EVS products can be found on the EVS download center, on the following webpage: http://www.evs.com/downloadcenter.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS WHAT'S NEW? 1. OVERVIEW 1.1. Presentation 2. SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE 2.1. Safety 2.2. EMC Standards 2.3. EMC Warning 2.4. FCC Marking 2.5. CE Marking 3. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS 3.1.
  • Page 5 HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A 5.4. Audio Connections 5.4.1. Audio Channels 5.4.2. Digital Audio DA-15 Pinout 5.4.3. Analog Audio DA-15 Pinout 5.4.4. Monitoring Audio DA-15 Pinout 5.5. RS422 Connections 5.5.1. RS422 Connector Pinout 5.6. Gigabit Network 5.6.1. Functional Overview 5.6.2.

  • Page 6: What's New

    The changes linked to new XSnano chassis have been added to this technical reference manual. This implies many changes. The main changes have been done in the following...

  • Page 7: Overview

    Overview 1.1. Presentation Welcome to the EVS range of products and thank you for using an EVS XSnano server. We will do our best to satisfy your video production needs and we look forward to continuing working with you. The EVS XSnano servers are full digital in PAL (625i), NTSC (525i), 720p, and 1080i standards.

  • Page 8: Safety And Compliance

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Safety and Compliance 2.1. Safety This equipment has been designed and tested to meet the requirements of the following: • EN 60950 (European): Safety of information technology equipment including business equipment. •...

  • Page 9: Emc Warning

    HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A Standard Area Title EN 61000-4-6 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part 4 (Limits); Section 6 ; Testing and measurement techniques - Immunity to conducted disturbances, induced by radio-frequency fields. EN 61000-4-7 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part 4 (Limits), Section 7;...

  • Page 10: Fcc Marking

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 2.4. FCC Marking This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 11: Hardware Specifications

    3.1.1. Rack Mount 4U Main Frame Weight 4U - 19 inches chassis 30 kg / 66.15 lb Dimensions The following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the XSnano server with a 4U chassis. Front View Left View 3. Hardware Specifications...

  • Page 12: Back View

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Right View Back View 3. Hardware Specifications...

  • Page 13: Control Devices

    HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A 3.1.2. Control Devices The following control devices can optionally be connected to your server to control it. XSense Remote Control Panel Weight: 3.24 kg / 7.13 lb. Keyboard Weight: 0.4 kg / 0.9 lb.

  • Page 14: Power Supply

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 3.2. Power Supply Redundant Power Supply The server is fitted with two auto switching and hot-swappable power supplies. The secondary hot-swappable power supply should be connected to the mains to allow automatic power switching to this second power supply should the first one fail.
  • Page 15 HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A Storage and Transport • Temperature: 0°C to +70°C (32°F to 158°F) • Relative humidity: 0% to 90% (non-condensing) 3. Hardware Specifications...

  • Page 16: Software Specifications

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Software Specifications 4.1. Video Specifications Video Standards The following table lists the video specifications both in SD and in HD format for your XSnano server. Standard Definition High Definition Video Formats 525i 59.94fps (NTSC) 720p 50/59.94fps...

  • Page 17: Audio Specifications

    HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A SMPTE Standards The following table lists the SMPTE standards supported by your server. Configuration SMPTE standard SD SDI ST 259:2008 (525i 59.94 Hz; 625i 50 Hz) HD SDI ST 292-1:2011, ST 292:2012 (720p 50 and 59.94 Hz; 1080i 50 and 59.94 Hz)

  • Page 18: Video Codecs And Bitrates

    4.3.1. Supported Codecs Codecs and Related License Codes The XSnano server uses an intra-frame video encoding technique. It supports natively the video codecs presented in the table below. The XSnano server can be purchased with a single codec license. Code...
  • Page 19 HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A Target Bitrate Range and Default Values The target bitrate of the encoded video stream can be set by the user within the accepted range: 8 to 100 Mbps for standard definition, 40 to 250 Mbps for high definition with the exception of Apple ProRes, Avid DNxHD®...

  • Page 20: Maximum Bitrates

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 4.3.2. Maximum Bitrates These maximum values are valid for XSnano servers running Multicam version 11.00 or higher. They guarantee a smooth play and a browse at 100% speed on all channels simultaneously. Codec...

  • Page 21: Internal Bandwidth

    4. Max. RT Channels: maximum number of video channels (real-time record or real- time playback) that one EVS server can support for a given frame rate and bitrate. The RT Channels calculation is based on the use of Seagate disks of 300 GB (10K5) configured in 4+1 raids.
  • Page 22 EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Bandwidth and RT Channels at 59.94 Hz (NTSC) Video Fields Actual Max. RT Codec Bitrate /Block Bandwidth Channels Avid DNxHD® 11.42 MB/s 26.27 Apple ProRes LT Mbps Avid DNxHD® 13.32 MB/s 22.52 HD MJPE EVS/Standard...

  • Page 23: Recording Capacities

    HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A 4.3.4. Recording Capacities Disk Storage The maximum internal disk storage available on SAS disks, is as follows: • 6 (5+1) x 300 GB SAS disks • 6 (5+1) x 900 GB SAS disks.

  • Page 24: Gigabit Ethernet Transfers

    422 should be 220 Mbps (NTSC) or 185 Mbps (PAL). • When using the Avid DNxHD® codec, we advise to work at 100 Mbps if the picture quality is satisfactory so that the XSnano can sustain 6 local channels + 5 network transfers. 4. Software Specifications...
  • Page 25 HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A Backup Transfers The maximum transfer speeds through the Gigabit ports of the XSnano server are summarized in the following table: Field Video Transfer Speed Codec (faster than RT) Rate Bitrate Transfers Apple ProRes LT 50.00...

  • Page 26: Video Interpolation

    1-line shift of the field, resulting in a vertical jitter of the picture. The jitter frequency depends upon the chosen playback speed. To avoid this phenomenon and provide a stable output picture, EVS developed 2 types of line interpolator: 2-line and 4-line interpolators. The interpolation process can be enabled or disabled by the operator on all EVS slow motion systems.
  • Page 27 The interpolator is of course always disabled at 100% playback speed, because there is no parity violation. EVS uses the same techniques with the Super Slow Motion disk recorder, working with all models of Super Motion cameras (150/180 Hz). The only difference between the...

  • Page 28: Hardware Installation And Cabling

    Check thanks to the included packing list if all the items are present and if they show any mechanical damage. If yes, report damage or the missing parts to EVS or their appropriate representative. Ventilation and Rack Mounting Adequate ventilation is obviously required for optimum performance.

  • Page 29: Rear Panel Description

    4U Rear Panel Layout Rear Panel Areas The following drawing represents an example of a 4U rear panel available on an XSnano server. The two power supply units are located on the right of the rear panel, but are not shown on the drawing.

  • Page 30: Network Connectors

    Network Connectors This rear panel part presents the following connectors: • The Gigabit Ethernet connectors allow the interconnection of servers, other EVS, and/or third-party systems into a Gigabit Ethernet network. • The PC LAN connector allows connection of the PC LAN interface of the EVS server to an Ethernet network.
  • Page 31 HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A Analog Audio The analog audio inputs and outputs are available on 4 multi-pin DA- 15 connectors with (2 in and 2 out) for audio signal inputs and outputs in analog format. See section "Audio Connections" on page 27 for more details on the DA-15 connectors pinout according to the various configurations.
  • Page 32 • The Loop connector allows the loop of PGM1 on REC1 to be able to use the internal loop feature. On the XSnano server, this connector is not operational. It is covered with a cap. 5. Hardware Installation and Cabling...

  • Page 33: Video Connections

    Audio Connections 5.4.1. Audio Channels The XSnano server manages up to 64 embedded audio channels, depending on the chosen variant and the installed hardware. The embedded audio modules and codecs can be used as input or output channels for embedded, digital (AES/EBU), or analog audio signals.
  • Page 34 EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Depending on your server configuration you can find the following audio connectors on the rear panel: • Digital audio: ◦ DA-15 connectors: 16 inputs and 16 outputs (110 Ohm balanced). ◦ BNC connectors: 8 inputs and 8 outputs (75 Ohm unbalanced).

  • Page 35: Digital Audio Da-15 Pinout

    HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A 5.4.2. Digital Audio DA-15 Pinout The digital audio DA-15 connector is illustrated hereunder (connector installed on the rear panel and viewed from outside). Its pinout is described in the following table where each column corresponds to one of the 4 available connectors.

  • Page 36: Analog Audio Da-15 Pinout

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 5.4.3. Analog Audio DA-15 Pinout The analog audio DA-15 connector is illustrated hereunder (connector installed on the rear panel and viewed from outside). Its pinout is described in the following table where each column corresponds to one of the 4 available connectors.

  • Page 37: Monitoring Audio Da-15 Pinout

    HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A 5.4.4. Monitoring Audio DA-15 Pinout The monitoring audio DA-15 connector is illustrated hereunder (connector installed on the rear panel and viewed from outside). Its pinout is described in the following table. DA-15 connector Pin #...

  • Page 38: Rs422 Connections

    RS422 Connections 5.5.1. RS422 Connector Pinout The RS422 connectors are used to connect a remote control (from EVS or third party) to your server. The cable wiring is a straightforward pin-to-pin connection as illustrated in the following diagram. You should use a shielded cable to avoid electromagnetic interference on long distances.

  • Page 39: Gigabit Network

    A non-linear editing system, such as Apple Final Cut Pro. However, the external systems cannot read the raw files coming from a XSnano server. For this reason, XTAccess is used as a “gateway” between your server and the IT world.

  • Page 40: Important Rules

    SANs are often used to increase the bandwidth or to allow redundancy. Since both GigE ports of an XSnano server cannot be used on the same sub-network, virtual LANs need to be created. To allow the transfer of packets between the virtual LANs, layer 3 switches are required.

  • Page 41: Additional Information

    HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A Stacki Dual Model/Product Number Uplinks switchin routin ports HP Procurve 2510G-24 4x1G SFP (+4) Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960S- 2x10GIG 24TD-L SFP+ or 2x1G SFP Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960S- 2x10GIG 48TD-L SFP+ or 2x1G SFP Cisco Catalyst WS-C2960S-...

  • Page 42: Gpio Connections

    5.7.1. GP In Connections GPI Triggers The allocation of the XSnano server GPI triggers is performed in the Multicam Configuration window, in the GPI tab. See the Configuration manual for detailed information on allocating GPI triggers. Opto isolated Inputs (GP In 1, 2, 3, 4)

  • Page 43: Specifications

    HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A TTL Inputs (GP In 5, 6, 7, 8) Relay Inputs Pin-Out The relay must be connected between the ground and the corresponding TTL input on the DB-25. TTL Inputs Pin-Out Each TTL input on the DB-25 is directly connected to the pin of the TTL connector on the device triggering the GPI.

  • Page 44: Gp Out Connections

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 5.7.2. GP Out Connections Relay Isolated Outputs (GP Out 1, 2, 3, 4) Pin-Out The user can define the functions, types and settings associated to the GPI outs in the following applications: •...
  • Page 45 HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A Specifications • each pin can be individually configured as an output or an input • internal 4K7 pull up to +5 V • low level Vi < 1.5 Volt (U12 = 74HC245) • high level Vi > 3.5 Volt (U12 = 74HC245) •...

  • Page 46: Boards Description

    Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Boards Description 6.1. Boards and Slots Configuration The XSnano server is equipped with several boards that are all developed by EVS. According to your server version, the following setup configurations are available: 4U Rack Installed boards...

  • Page 47: V3X Video And Reference Boards

    COD A V3X (front left) and COD B V3X (front right) Warning It is highly advised not to remove a V3X board from your EVS server. Should you have to do so, manipulate the board very carefully, making sure it is not exposed to mechanical or electric shocks.

  • Page 48: Block Diagram

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Block Diagram The block diagram of the V3X board with genlock is illustrated hereunder with the connectors, jumpers and LEDs location: 6. Boards Description...
  • Page 49 HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A Base Board Jumpers The follow ing table lists the V3X base board jumpers and their respective function: Jumper Function ST1, ST2 These 2 jumpers must be installed on the last V3X board of the server (that is on V3X #1, 2 if there are respectively 1, 2 V3X boards installed in the server).

  • Page 50: Cod Connectivity In Sd And Hd

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 V3X COD Modules LEDs The following table lists the LEDs available on then V3X COD modules (from left to right): Color Status Function Green Blinking Indicates CPU activity. There is a problem with the module processor.
  • Page 51 HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A Connector Connector SD mode HD mode label SDI monitoring output (SD) SDI monitoring output CHAR (SD/HD) SD/HD Not used Not used IN B SDI program output HD SDI program output Not used Not used...
  • Page 52 EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 Connector Layouts 6. Boards Description...
  • Page 53 HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A 6. Boards Description...

  • Page 54: Cod Connectivity In 3D Dual Link

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 6.2.3. COD Connectivity in 3D Dual Link Connector Assignments This section describes the connector assignments and layout for the video standards HD 3D in Dual Link mode. Connector 3D mode Connector label Not used...
  • Page 55 HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A Connectors Layouts 6. Boards Description...

  • Page 56: Channel Assignment

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 6.2.4. Channel Assignment Server with Two Codec Boards The following table shows how the channels (play or record channels) are assigned to the codec boards and connectors: Codec Board Codec Connector Channel Number...

  • Page 57: Audio Codec Board

    HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A 6.3. Audio Codec Board The audio codec board is the audio interface between the V3X boards and the H3X board. Video codec and audio codec boards are tied to the H3X board with one bus connector on the front side.

  • Page 58: H3X Board

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 6.4. H3X Board The H3X board is divided in 4 parts (2 in front, 2 in the back). • Front left: GBE (GigE) module. • Front right: CTL controller module. • Back left: CPU module .
  • Page 59 HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A LEDs Function The available LEDs on the XNet2CTL controller module are, from left to right: Color Status Function LED 1 Green An error occurred while booting the H3X board. LED 2 to —...

  • Page 60: Raid Controller Boards

    EVS Broadcast Equipment S.A. Issue 11.02.A July 2013 6.5. RAID Controller Boards 6.5.1. RCTL Board on SAS Disk Array Disk Arrays on systems with H3X boards have a controller on the disk array board. Different configurations can be used •...

  • Page 61: Mtpc A3/A6 Board

    HARDWARE TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL XSnano Server 11.02.A 6.6. MTPC A3/A6 Board Introduction The function of the PC board is mainly the control of the video hardware and the interface of the peripheral equipment (such as a remote controller) with the video hardware.
  • Page 62 • IDE System Hard disk: the IDE disk drive is used for storing the EVS software and the DOS operating system. Neither audio nor video data is saved on this disk. The capacity of this drive may vary depending on market availability, but the system partition is always set to 1 GB.

  • Page 63: Led Information

    The ENVS jumper can be used to enable or not the presence of the VGA VS signal (Vertical Sync) in the composite output signal (TV mode) If the LSM TV mode is used, these jumpers must be set up according to EVS recommendations, which depend on software version and CPU board model/revision: Set up the jumpers as follows: •...
  • Page 64 This jumper should be removed if the device connected to the RS422 port is NOT an EVS controller. Maximum voltage on pin 5 of an RS422 port of the server should not exceed 5 Volt when the corresponding jumper is engaged.
  • Page 65 Belgium www.evs.com/contact EVS Broadcast Equipment is continuously adapting and improving its products in accordance with the ever changing requirements of the Broadcast Industry. The data contained herein is therefore subject to change without prior notice. Companies and product names are To learn more about EVS go to www.evs.com...

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