Codex CAPTURE DRIVE DOCK User manual

CODEX CAPTURE DRIVE DOCK (USB-3) - GETTING STARTED GUIDE v1.0 CDX-D0C-0038
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GETTING STARTED GUIDE
CAPTURE DRIVE DOCK (USB-3)
REVISION 16.11.2012

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Safety Warnings
Please observe any warnings and follow all instructions.
lDo not use this equipment near water and clean only with a dry cloth.
lDo not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
lDo not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other equipment (including
 ampliers)thatproduceheat.
lDo not expose to excessive vibration, or drop this product.
lDo not defeat the safety purpose of the polarised or grounding-type plug. A polarised plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade, or the third prong, is provided for your safety.
lIftheprovidedplugdoesnottintoyouroutlet,consultanelectricianforreplacementoftheobsoleteoutlet.
lProtect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plug ends, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the equipment.
lOnlyuseattachments/accessoriesspeciedbythemanufacturer.
lUseonlywiththecart,stand,tripod,bracket,ortablespeciedbythemanufacturer,orsoldwiththe
equipment.
lUnplug this equipment during lightning storms or when not in operation for long periods of time.
lReferallservicingtoqualiedservicepersonnel.Servicingisrequiredwhentheequipmenthasbeen
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the equipment, has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
lToreducetheriskofreorelectricshock,donotexposeequipmenttorainormoisture.
lToavoidelectricalshock,donotattempttoopenthisequipment.Referservicingtoqualiedpersonnelonly.
Disclaimer
Codex products are continually developed to remain at the forefront of the industry, and as such the information
in this guide is subject to change without notice. Whilst Codex endeavour to ensure that all documentation
provided is correct at the time of writing, this document is not guaranteed to be error-free.
Codex does not assume responsibility for issues or losses due to misinterpretation of the information in this
document,errorsinthisdocument,orincorrectcongurationorinstallationoftheequipmentdescribedherein.
Please report any errors found in this document to [email protected]
Support and Servicing
ForassistancewithyourCodexCaptureDriveDock(USB-3)pleasecontact[email protected]
For servicing please contact [email protected]

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Contents
Introduction.................................................................................................................................................4
Installation...................................................................................................................................................4
Software.......................................................................................................................................................4
Hardware.....................................................................................................................................................4
Loading and Unloading Storage.............................................................................................................5
Using the USB Dock and Codex software ..........................................................................................5
Creating deliverable files using the Virtual File System (VFS).......................................................6
LUTs and Burn-Ins ....................................................................................................................................6
Support Software.......................................................................................................................................7
Troubleshooting..........................................................................................................................................7

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Capture Drive Dock (USB-3) - Getting Started Guide
Introduction
TheCodexCaptureDriveUSBDockisthehubofyourle-basedworkow.Itcaneasilybe
conguredtoproduceafullsetofdeliverables–everythingyouneedforyourproductionand
post, from viewing copies to archives. It can provide them all in less time than traditional systems
take to make a single copy.
Installation
Important Note: DonotconnecttheUSBDocktoyourcomputeruntilyouhaveinstalledall
required software and restarted your computer.
Software
Go to codexdigital.com/software to register and download software. There are installation
instructions available from this webpage.
The software webpage is divided into sections. It is recommended to download the newest
version(atthetopofeachsection)ofeachrequiredsoftwarecomponentwhenrstinstallinga
system.TousetheUSBDockthefollowingsoftwarecomponentsmustbeinstalled:
Required software component Example filename
Codex Server codexserver-osx-2012.r2.2610.dmg
Codex UI codexui-osx-2012.r2.2610.dmg
OSXFUSE OSXFUSE-2.5.1
Note:Allsoftwareisinthe‘CodexTransferStationandUSBDocksoftwareforOSX’section
exceptfortheCodexUIsoftware,whichisinthe‘CodexUserInterfacesoftwareforOSX’
section.
Hardware
Afterinstallingthesoftwareandrestartingyourcomputer,connectpowertotheUSBDock.
ThenconnecttheUSBDocktoaUSB3.0portonyourcomputer.UseonlythesuppliedUSB3.0
cable and power supply.

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Loading and Unloading Storage
ToloadtheCaptureDriveinsertitfullyintotheUSBDock.Itwillbeginloadingautomatically
andtheLEDwillashblue.WhenitisloadedtheLEDwillstopashing,andthistypicallytakes
around10-15seconds.
TounloadpresstheejectbuttonontheendoftheCaptureDrive.TheLEDwillashbluewhileit
unloads. When the LED is solid blue it is safe to remove the Capture Drive.
TheLEDonaCaptureDriveashesgreenwhenitisinuse.DonotunloadaCaptureDrivewhen
it is being read or written as this can compromise data integrity.
Using the USB Dock and Codex software
DisconnecttheUSBDockbeforestartingyourcomputer.Onceyourcomputerhasstartedthen
connecttheUSBcabletotheUSBDock.
It is recommended to go to codexdigital.com/support/media-stations for full documentation.
HereyoucandownloadguidesthatdescribeusingtheCodexsoftwareforcommonworkows
such as “Processing Canon Cinema RAW…” and “Processing ARRIRAW…” Other general guides
arealsoavailable,suchas:
• MAIN tab guide
• STORAGEtabguide
• SETUPtabguide
• VFSguide
AfterinstallingthesoftwaretheCodexServerandCodexUIshouldberunning.WhentheCodex
UIisopenedthe‘ConnectToServer’dialogwillspecifylocalhost.Thisiscorrect–simplyclick
the checkbox icon.
12V POWER USB 3.0 CONNECTION STATUS LED

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The Codex UI is divided into the MAIN, STORAGE, and SETUP tabs:
The MAIN tab is primarily used for editing shot metadata and creating reports.
The STORAGE tab is used for operations such as creating and deleting the Roll on the media.
and renaming. It also shows the number of shots and total duration of the shots on the Roll.
The SETUP tabisusedforconguringtheCodexsoftwaretoprovidedeliverableles.Italso
containsprojectsettingsincludingtherecordingformatandShot/Rollnamingrules.
Creating deliverable files using the Virtual File System (VFS)
TheSETUP->VFSscreeniswhereyouconguretheCodexsoftwaretocreatelesfromshotson
yourCaptureDrive.Theselesareavailableinthe‘CodexVFS’driveontheDesktopofyourMac,
and can be copied from here to any attached storage.
SettinguptheCodexVFS–includinguseofpresetcongurations–iscoveredintheVFSGuide.
LUTs and Burn-Ins
LUTandBurn-Inlesshouldbeplacedinthe/lutsand/burninsdirectoriesin/Library/Application
Support/Codex.
ApplyingLUTsusingtheVFSisdetailedintheVFSGuide.CompatibleLUTletypesarecovered
in the LUTs Guide.
CodexcansupplyarangeofBurn-Inpresets,andcustomisingBurn-Inlesiscoveredinthe
BurnInsGuide.

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APPENDIX
Support Software
Therearesomethirdpartysoftwarepackagesthatmaybeofuse:
• CalibratedMXF:allowsplaybackofMXFlesusingQuicktime.
• ARRIRAWConverter,GlueTools,DaVinciResolve:theseapplicationsprovidedifferentoptions,
 butallprovideameansofviewingandplayingARRIRAW(.ari)lesnatively.
• CanonCRDM,DaVinciResolve:theseapplicationsallowyoutoviewCanonCinemaRAW
 (.rmf)lesnatively.
Troubleshooting
DuetothewayOSXhandlescertaindevices,iftheUSBDockisconnectedwhenyoustartthe
computertheUSBcanhang.IfthishappenssimplydisconnectandreconnecttheUSBcablein
thebackoftheUSBDock.
TheUSBDockhasaStatusLEDthatcanhelpwithtroubleshooting.Thetablebelowdescribes
themeaningofthedifferentStatusLEDmodes:
LED colour LED state Description Course of action
Blue Constant USB3.0 and Power is connected No action required
Green Constant USB2.0 and Power is connected Connect to a USB 3.0 port on your computer
Red Constant USB connected, but not Power. Capture Drive is not inserted. Connect Power
Red Flashing USB connected, but not Power. Capture Drive is inserted. Connect Power
Capture Drives also have an LED that shows the status and can help with troubleshooting.
ThetablebelowdescribesthemeaningoftheLEDmodes:
LED colour LED state Description Course of action
Blue Flashing Capture Drive is loading or unloading Wait for loading/unloading to complete
Blue Constant Capture Drive is not loaded, and is safe to remove Remove or reload Capture Drive
Green Flashing Capture Drive is being read or written Do not eject drive until reading/writing is finished
Red Constant Capture Drive has failed to load Restart computer and try again
IfyouareaskedtoprovideanissuereportgotoSystemPreferences->Codexandselect
‘Generate issue report…’ and email this to [email protected]
ForfurtherassistancewithyourUSBDockpleasecontact[email protected]

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