Avid Technology FastServe User manual

FastServe | Live Edit
v2018.3
User Guide
April 2018

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Contents
Introduction .......................................................................7
The FastServe | Live Edit Server UHDS (UHD Server) ..............................8
Technical Specifications - Server .......................................................9
Unit Installation ............................................................................12
Maintenance and Service Information...............................................13
Connections..................................................................................13
The FastServe | Live Edit Controller (HDVC) .........................................14
Touchscreen Display......................................................................15
T-Bar...........................................................................................15
Jog..............................................................................................15
Programmable LCD Keys ................................................................15
Keypads.......................................................................................16
Technical Specifications - Controller.................................................17
Maintenance and Service Information...............................................18
Back Panel - Connections ...............................................................19
Conventions Used in this Manual .....................................................20
Web Settings ....................................................................21
Setting FastServe | Live Edit Preferences .............................................22
General ...........................................................................................22
OVS Tab..........................................................................................23
Video Settings ..............................................................................24
Controller.....................................................................................25
Audio Settings ..............................................................................26
In/Out Settings.............................................................................27
Maintenance.................................................................................29
Data............................................................................................33
Import/ Export..............................................................................35
GPI .............................................................................................43
Automation ..................................................................................43
System Tab......................................................................................44
Network Configuration ...................................................................45

Admin Tab .......................................................................................46
Working with Controller...................................................47
Basics .............................................................................................48
The Main Screen ...........................................................................48
Events .........................................................................................59
Network.......................................................................................64
Import/Export...............................................................................65
OSD Data (Superimposed Data) ......................................................76
Shutdown.....................................................................................77
RAID Disk Replacement..................................................................78
License Installation........................................................................79
Software Upgrades........................................................................79
Working in Studio Mode .................................................................79
Managing Recordings.....................................................................80
Replay.............................................................................................81
Replaying Video ............................................................................81
Synchronized and Non-Synchronized Modes......................................82
Output.........................................................................................83
Setting up Multiple Controllers ........................................................91
Cues ...............................................................................................92
Marking Cues................................................................................92
Cue Setup....................................................................................92
Cue Sorting ..................................................................................93
Loading a Cue...............................................................................93
Clips ...............................................................................................94
About Clips...................................................................................94
Creating a Clip..............................................................................95
Playing a Clip.............................................................................. 104
Searching for Clips ...................................................................... 107
Clip Setup .................................................................................. 108
Playlists......................................................................................... 110
Setting the Active Playlist.............................................................111
Loading the Current Playlist .......................................................... 113
Adding Clips to the Playlist............................................................114
Changing Clips Within a Playlist..................................................... 118

Playing a Playlist ......................................................................... 119
Exporting a Playlist...................................................................... 123
Playlist Setup.............................................................................. 124
Networking .................................................................................... 126
Copying Clips in the Server Network ..............................................126
Importing Clips from a Shared Directory or External Device .............. 128
Exporting Clips to a Shared Directory or External Device................... 129
System Configuration ...................................................................... 130
Configuring the Jog...................................................................... 130
Configuring the T-Bar .................................................................. 135
Configuring QuickKeys ................................................................. 137
Working with Pivot .........................................................139
Recordings..................................................................................... 140
Pivot User Interface..................................................................... 140
The Recordings Tab .....................................................................142
Clips ............................................................................................. 144
The Players Tab .......................................................................... 144
Player Controls............................................................................ 145
The Clips Tab..............................................................................148
Events........................................................................................... 151
Smart Events.............................................................................. 151
Assigning Smart Events to Clips ....................................................156
NetStream ..................................................................................... 159
Record Tab................................................................................. 159
Networking (PlayNet) ...................................................................... 161
Introduction ............................................................................... 161
Sending Clips using PlayNet..........................................................161
ISOSync ........................................................................................ 165
The ISOSync Tab ........................................................................ 165
Playlists......................................................................................... 167
Creating a Playlist ....................................................................... 167
Editing Playlists........................................................................... 171
Timeline View................................................................................. 173
Enabling the Timeline View........................................................... 173
Transfer ........................................................................................ 175

Transfer Tab............................................................................... 175
Share Point Preview ........................................................................ 176
Share Tab .................................................................................. 176
Appendix.........................................................................177
Video Configurations ....................................................................... 178
UHD Configurations ..................................................................... 179
HD Configurations ....................................................................... 180
AC-8 Analog Audio Converter ........................................................... 183
Audio Configurations for AC-8 ....................................................... 184
AES-8 Audio Converter .................................................................... 188
Audio Configurations for AES-8 ..................................................... 190
Regulatory and Safety Notices .......................................192
Important Safety Instructions........................................................... 193
Rack-Mount Requirements ............................................................... 195
EMC (Electromagnetic Compliance) and Safety................................ 195
FCC Notice ................................................................................. 196
Canadian ICES-003 ..................................................................... 196
Australian Compliance ..................................................................... 196
Korean EMC Compliance ................................................................. 196
Environmental Compliance ............................................................... 197
Disposal of Waste Equipment by Users in the European Union ........... 197
Proposition 65 Warning ................................................................ 197
Perchlorate Notice ....................................................................... 197
Recycling Notice.......................................................................... 197

1. Introduction
In this section:
The FastServe | Live Edit Server UHDS (UHD Server) on page 8
Conventions Used in this Manual on page 20

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The FastServe | Live Edit Server UHDS (UHD Server)
FastServe | Live Edit is a multi channel, slow motion video server, that provides ingest,
real-time NetStream to shared storage, E2E confidence preview channels and editing
tools.
FastServe | Live Edit currently supports up to four UHD channels or eight HD channels.
The FastServe | Live Edit server uses a 3U chassis containing sixteen video disks, with
quick access to the front panel for disk replacement.
To safeguard system integrity, FastServe | Live Edit runs on two system disks, using
separate RAID 1 protection, and a dual hot swap power supply. The video storage
disks use RAID 60 dual parity protection.

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Technical Specifications - Server
Mechanical specifications
• Rack 19" 3U
• Height 130mm
• Width 443mm
• Depth 790mm
• Weight 48kg (approx.)
Power supply
Redundant power supply, 2X 1500W (max) 100-240V 47-63hz
Video CODECs
UHD HQX (1456, 1745 Mbps)
XDCAM HD (50 Mbps)
DNxHD SQ (145, 120, 290 Mbps)
DNxHD HQX (220, 185, 440 Mbps)
Recording capacity - 16x2TB
DNxHR HQX (1456 Mbps) - 25 h (approx.)
XDCAM HD (50 Mbps) - 99 h (approx.)
DNxHD SQ (120 Mbps) – 250h (approx.)
DNxHD HQX (440 Mbps) – 77h (approx.)
Available I/O configurations
4 UHD channels
8 HD channels
Channel configurations
Fully Flexible
4in / 0out
3in / 1out
2in / 2out
1in / 3out
0in / 4out
8in / 0out

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7in / 1out
6in / 2out
5in / 3out
4in / 4out
3in / 5out
2in / 6out
1in / 7out
0in / 8out
Audio
Embedded audio - PCM
Up to 8 Uncompressed stereo audio tracks per video input channel
20bit or 24-bit / 48kHz
Video inputs
1 X SDI / HD-SDI per Video input
Loop 2 X SDI / HD-SDI per input - clean
Monitoring 2 X SDI / HD-SDI per input with OSD
Video outputs
2 X SDI / HD-SDI per Video output - clean
Monitoring 2 X SDI / HD-SDI per output
Genlock
Analog Black Burst / Tri level
Auto detect
Time code input
Internal free run
LTC - XLR
Data interfaces
2x Serial
4x USB (2 front / 2 back)
1x SATA
2 x Ethernet (1Gb)
2 x Ethernet (10Gb)

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1x VGA maintenance
1x XLR LTC input
CPU
Intel Xeon E5-2620 v4 @ 2.10Ghz (32 cores)
Operating system
Linux
RAM
64 GB
System hard drive
2X 500GB mirrored
Internal disk storage
16x 3” 1/2 1TB SATA 2
or
16x 3” 1/2 2TB SATA 2
Hard Disk Redundancy
Raid 60 striped disks with dual parity
Environmental conditions
Operating temperature: 5c - 40C
Storage temperature: -40c - 70c
Humidity: 90% max

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Unit Installation
Step 1: Mounting the Server on a rack
■Mount the Server on the rack using sliders and four rack screws. Verify that the
screws are secure, and that the workstation does not move.
CAUTION:
It is important to use all four screws, and not to overlook the back (inner)
screws.
Ventilation is handled through the sides of the unit; incoming air from the left, and
cooling fans on the right.
If the Server is installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operation’s
ambient temperature of the rack may be greater than room ambient. Verify that the
temperature in the rack always stays within the 10C° to 35C° range.
CAUTION:
To prevent overheating, ensure there is enough room for ventilation.
Step 2: Connecting the Power
■The Server has two power supplies. Connect two power cables, one for each power
supply.
DANGER:
To avoid the risk of electrical shock and fire, inspect the system power cord and
plug routinely. Ensure they are not damaged in any way.
CAUTION:
Make sure power connection includes reliable grounding.
After the Server is mounted and secured, connect both power supply cables to the
power supply tray. Two power supplies give a back-up power source in case one incurs
a problem.
NOTE:
When one of the power sources ceases to function, an alarm sounds to alert you
that only one power source is in use. Press MUTE on the front panel to silence the
alarm.
Step 3: Connecting the Video
The Server must receive a valid reference (Genlock) signal.
When using an Analog GENLOCK source, you can connect one ANALOG REF plug as the
input and the other ANALOG REF plug will automatically serve as the output (Loop).
When using Analog GENLOCK, it is recommended to put a 75-OHM termination on the
REF out.
Do not use a chained signal from other devices. Connect the video cables according to
your configuration.

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Step 4: Connecting the Network
■The network (Ethernet) interface is used for communication between the Server, the
server controllers, and other network devices.
The Server includes four network interface cards (NIC) for communication with the
control host and general network.
Step 5: Powering Up
When all necessary connections have been completed and configured, switch on the
Server by pressing the POWER button on the front panel.
Maintenance and Service Information
DANGER:
This unit has two connections to the main supply. For protection against electric
shock, disconnect both electric cords before service.
CAUTION:
Do not remove the power module without gloves. The cover of the power
module serves as a heat-sink for cooling. Temperature can reach 60°C under
full load condition. If removed, put aside the power module until cool, and
prevent anyone from touching it until it is cooled.
CAUTION:
Risk of explosion if lithium battery on motherboard is replaced by an incorrect
type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
Connections
The back panel of the FastServe | Live Edit server is where all input and output
connections are made. For information on the various possible wiring configurations,
see Appendix on page 177.

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The FastServe | Live Edit Controller (HDVC)
The FastServe | Live Edit Controller provides a full set of tools for instant replay and
fast highlight editing. The Controller’s main components are as follows:
• Touchscreen display
•T-Bar on page 15
•Jog on page 15
•Programmable LCD Keys on page 15
•Keypads on page 16
•Back Panel - Connections on page 19

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Touchscreen Display
The controller is equipped with 5.7" (approx. 15 cm) color touch screen, with 640X480
pixel resolution. The touch screen capabilities eliminate the need for an external
keyboard or mouse.
T-Bar
The T-bar is used to play instant replays, clips, and playlists with smooth control over
the play speed. The T-bar provides four different operation ranges, and can switch
instantly between two of the four options:
• 0% to 100%
• -100% to 100%
• -100% to 200%
• -200% to 200%
Primary and secondary ranges are set in the controller settings. Switching from
primary to secondary is done using SHIFT+T-bar.
In super slow motion cameras there is a flat range at the middle of the T-bar range;
50% speed for 2X cameras, 33% speed for 3X cameras, 25% for 4X cameras, and
16% for 6X cameras.
Jog
The Jog dial allows you to search through the recorded video, field by field. The
number of fields per jog cycle is configurable. In fast jog mode, cycle speed is
multiplied according to the parameter selected during setup.
The Jog is also used to navigate playlists and clip lists.
Programmable LCD Keys
Six programmable LCD keys provide different functionalities, and display the current
function name on the key as programmed, in the appropriate modes. Pressing SHIFT
provides up to six additional functions.
For an easier work flow, you can set an Event for each saved clip; during the pre-game
setup you will need to define Event types (see Events on page 59). Then, during the
game, you have the option to select an Event when saving a clip, as a label (see To set
an Event for the clip: on page 98).
Later in the game, pressing one of the Event keys will sort only the clips related to the
selected Event, for easy sorting and access.
When the QuickKeys mode is enabled, the LCD buttons can be customized to the most
relevant shortcuts for the production, and provide up to 12 options. For more
information, see Configuring QuickKeys on page 137.

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Keypads
The FastServe | Live Edit Controller has five different keypad areas, each dedicated to
its own purpose.
• The four Select Input/Recording Channel keys (marked A, B, C, D) are used for
switching between live or recorded input from different cameras. If more than four
inputs are configured, use SHIFT, A to access input 5, SHIFT, B to access input 6,
etc.
TIP
You can also use the touch screen to reach cam E and above with just 1 quick tap.
• The numeric keypad is used to save manually numbered clips, and load them, using
either clip numbers or timecode values, for creating and reloading playlists, and for
deleting clips and playlists.
• The cue management keys are used to play and navigate cues defined during the
game.
• The Status Control keys (LIVE, PVW, ENTER):
LIVE - when first pressed, LIVE starts recording all inputs configured to record that
have a valid input signal. When the system is recording the key turns red.
Pressing LIVE during recording shows the current selected live input on the active
output.
In replay mode, after setting an In or Out point, press SHIFT, LIVE to return to the
live input without deleting the marked points.
When a clip is loaded, press SHIFT, LIVE to switch from the clip to the recording, at
the same time stamp.
When the Server is not recording, press SHIFT, LIVE to switch back to live without
starting a recording.
PVW - Switch control to the preview channel, or to the second PGM channel,
according to your configuration. Blinks red as long as the selection is active.
ENTER - generally used for saving marked In- and Out-points as clips, and to
confirm clip and playlist loading.
• The clip and playlist management keys are used to mark and store clips, and to
create and edit playlists.

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Technical Specifications - Controller
Data interfaces
•1Serial
•2USB
•2Ethernet(1Gb)
•1VGA
Chassis
• Height - 180mm
• Width - 280mm
• Depth - 285mm
• Weight - 4.8kg (approx.)
Power supply
60W (max) 100-240V 47-63hz
Environmental conditions
Operating temperature: 5c - 40C
Storage temperature: -40c - 70c
Humidity: 90% max
Other
CPU:Atom N270
Operating system: Linux
RAM: 1GB
System hard drive: 8GB solid state drive
LCD: 5.7" 640X480 TFT color touch screen
Push buttons: Illuminated, 3 million operations minimum
Input devices: Support for external USB keyboard & USB mouse

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Controller Installation
Step 1: Connecting the Power
■Connect the power cable.
DANGER:
To avoid the risk of electrical shock and fire, inspect the system power cord and
plug routinely. Ensure they are not damaged in any way.
CAUTION:
Make sure power connection includes reliable grounding.
Step 2: Connecting the Network
■The network (Ethernet) interface is used for communication with the Server.
Connect the network cable to right LAN port.
Step 3: Powering Up
When all necessary connections have been completed and configured, switch on the
Controller by switching on the POWER button at the back.
Maintenance and Service Information
DANGER:
This unit has two connections to the main supply. For protection against electric
shock, disconnect both electric cords before service.
CAUTION:
Do not remove the power module without gloves. The cover of the power
module serves as a heat-sink for cooling. Temperature can reach 60°C under
full load condition. If removed, put aside the power module until cool, and prevent
anyone from touching it until it is cooled.
CAUTION:
Risk of explosion if lithium battery on motherboard is replaced by an incorrect
type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

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Back Panel - Connections
The necessary Controller connections are made via the Controller’s back panel (two
models exist, both are shown below); a network connection, external VGA connection,
and the power cable. All other inputs (second network connection, USB X2, serial port)
are optional.
Power
Switch
Power
Cable Mini Jack External VGA
Connection
Network
USB
port

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Conventions Used in this Manual
This symbol marks a step-by-step procedure.
NOTE
A note specifies useful or optional information, relevant to the preceding text.
TIP
A tip provides useful information on shortcuts, or how to do things differently.
• Menu options and other on-screen items appear in bold lettering.
For example, “Select Edit”.
• Keyboard keys appear in capital letters.
For example, “Hold SHIFT and select a clip sequence.”
• NA = not applicable.
DANGER:
This symbol warns of the presence of dangerous high voltage.
CAUTION
This symbol cautions the user about improper handling, which might cause
damage to the hardware or software system. Data loss might result.