DVS Pronto3 Installation instructions

Pronto3 Hardware Guide (Version 1.0)
Digital Disk Recorder
Pronto3
Hardware Guide

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Introduction
Overview
Installation
Operation
Maintenance
Appendix
Index

Hardware Guide Version 1.0 for the Pronto3
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Contents
1Introduction ............................................................................... 1-1
1.1 Overview ............................................................................. 1-3
1.2 Target Group ........................................................................ 1-4
1.3 Conventions Used in this User Guide .................................... 1-4
1.4 Safety Instructions ................................................................ 1-5
1.5 Important Notes ................................................................... 1-7
2Overview .................................................................................... 2-1
2.1 Overview of the Front .......................................................... 2-2
2.1.1 The Front of the System ............................................... 2-2
2.1.2 Operation Items .......................................................... 2-3
2.1.3 HDD LEDs .................................................................. 2-4
2.1.4 Faceplate ................................................................... 2-5
2.1.5 Hard Disk Array .......................................................... 2-6
2.1.6 DVD Drive ................................................................. 2-7
2.2 Overview of the Rear ........................................................... 2-9
2.2.1 The Rear of the System ................................................ 2-9
2.2.2 Digital Video I/Os ..................................................... 2-10
2.2.3 Power Supply ........................................................... 2-11
2.2.4 Main Connector Panel ............................................... 2-13
2.2.5 ATX Connector Panel................................................. 2-14
2.2.6 Slot Panel Connectors ................................................ 2-15
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4Operation ................................................................................... 4-1
4.1 Starting the System .............................................................. 4-1
4.2 Shutting Down the System ................................................... 4-2
5Maintenance .............................................................................. 5-1
5.1 Hard Disk Maintenance ........................................................ 5-2
5.1.1 Introduction to RAID Data Protection ............................ 5-2
5.1.2 Replacing a Hard Disk .................................................. 5-3
5.2 Opening and Closing the Casing .......................................... 5-6
5.2.1 Opening the Casing .................................................... 5-6
5.2.2 Closing the Casing ...................................................... 5-6
5.3 Fan Maintenance.................................................................. 5-7
5.4 Power Supply Maintenance ................................................ 5-10
5.5 Removal of the Faceplate ................................................... 5-12
AAppendix ....................................................................................A-1
A.1 Troubleshooting ...................................................................A-2
A.2 Technical Data ......................................................................A-4
A.2.1 General Technical Data ................................................A-4
A.2.2 Dimensions.................................................................A-5
A.3 Hardware Specifications .......................................................A-6
A.4 Video Rasters .......................................................................A-8
A.5 Signal In- and Outputs .........................................................A-9
A.6 Packing Instructions............................................................A-12
A.7 Conformity Declarations .....................................................A-14
A.7.1 RoHS Compliance .....................................................A-14
A.7.2 EC Declaration of Conformity (CE Marking) .................A-14
A.7.3 FCC Compliance Statement ........................................A-15
IIndex............................................................................................. I-1

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Introduction
This documentation describes how to use the hardware of the Pronto3
of the Pronto disk recorder series manufactured by DVS. The Pronto3
is a powerful high-definition disk recording system with enormous flex-
ibility, suitable for any high-end post production application. Whether
you need to capture uncompressed HD or film data, process it, color
grade it or output it to film, you will find the Pronto3 supporting your
workflow at every stage.
Based on the Windows operating system the Pronto3 stores the mate-
rial in its native resolution and mode in a selectable file format directly
on the connected storage, making pre-conversion or compression un-
necessary. Clips of any resolution, color space or bit depth can be cap-
tured and the final output resolution can be configured freely as well.
Furthermore, up to 16 different channels of audio can be in- or output
by the Pronto3 and all audio data can be accessed and processed with
the software as easily as the video material.
The Pronto3 provides enough intrinsic power to accept material from
cameras, telecines or VTRs. In a studio environment, the Pronto3 con-
nects to high-resolution cameras, enabling the capturing of footage to-
gether with an immediate viewing afterwards. When integrated into a
high-end post workflow, the Pronto3 can handle real-time telecine
transfers without any effort.
The Pronto3 hardware can be delivered with various storage capacities
and an upgrade of a Pronto3 from a smaller storage capacity to a higher
one is available as an optional feature. It can also be connected to a
DVS-SAN providing a large amount of data storage.
The Pronto3 system can be delivered with the following options to
adapt it to your special needs:
Pronto3 Disk-Upgrades Contains a set of hard disks to increase
the size of the storage (applicable only
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Pronto3 Disk-Upgrade Contains a complete set of hard disks
that replace the existing ones to increase
the size of the storage.
Pronto3 FC/SAN Fibre Channel interface, for example, for
a real-time capable connection to an ex-
ternal Fibre Channel disk array.
Pronto3 10GE 10 Gigabit Ethernet connection interface.
Pronto3 InfiniBand InfiniBand connection interface.
Pronto3 RAM For better performance reasons you can
equip your system with additional RAM.
Pronto3 Raster Customer tailored video rasters for in-
and output.
Pronto3 12Bit Support of 12- and 16-bit file formats
(DPX and TIFF) for in- and output.
Pronto3 Variframe Enables a capture with Variframe. Frames
are skipped according to the Variframe
flag. Works in 720p, 1080i, 1080p, and
2K formats.
Pronto3 Special Raster
Formats
Some standard and non-standard for-
mats including Slow PAL 625i /24 and
Eureka 1980 × 1152i /25
Pronto3 Teletext VBI 335 Enables capture and play of teletext in-
formation in line 335 of 625 lines rasters.
Pronto3 Dual-Link SDI Dual-link SD-/HD-SDI for input and out-
put for the Pronto3.
Pronto3 MultiDevice Enables a synchronous play-out of multi-
ple DVS systems. One master device
controls other devices via RS-422 for a
synchronous play-out of the timeline.
Pronto3 4K-Workflow
non-real time
Non-real-time workflow with 4K materi-
al including capturing and play-out.
Pronto3 1080p /50/60 1080p /50/60 video raster for the SDI
input and SDI/DVI output.
Pronto3 2K-Workflow real
time and HSDL
Capture and play-out of 2K material ei-
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1.1 Overview
This guide informs you about the installation of the Pronto3 hardware,
its operation as well as all connection possibilities. Furthermore, it de-
scribes maintenance tasks that you may carry out on your own.
The chapters contain the following information:
Chapter 1 Begins with a short introduction to the Pronto3,
followed by a note regarding the audience this
manual is written for and an explanation of the
conventions used in this manual. Furthermore,
it provides safety instructions that you must ad-
here to and some important notes that you
should observe.
Chapter 2 This chapter gives a front and rear overview of
the system detailing all items, connectors and
interfaces. Additionally, it contains some fur-
ther information about the digital video in- and
outputs.
Chapter 3 Describes the hardware installation of the
Pronto3.
Chapter 4 Explains how to operate the Pronto3, i.e. how
to start and shut down the device.
Chapter 5 Details maintenance work, for example, in case
of a hard disk, fan or power supply unit failure.
Appendix Provides technical details and general informa-
tion about the Pronto3 hardware. Furthermore,
it gives hints how to resolve irregularities during
operation.
Index This chapter facilitates the search for specific
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1.2 Target Group
To use this manual you should have experience in handling video and
computer equipment. Additionally, to use the Pronto3 in connection
with other equipment, e.g. a camera or a VTR, you should know how
to handle this equipment.
When performing maintenance tasks on the Pronto3 hardware, you
must be qualified to work on, repair and test electrical equipment.
1.3 Conventions Used in this User Guide
The following typographical conventions will be used in this documen-
tation:
yTexts preceded by this symbol describe activities that you must per-
form in the order indicated.
– Texts preceded by this symbol are parts of a list.
Texts preceded by this symbol are general notes intended to fa-
cilitate work and help avoid errors.
You must pay particular attention to text that follows this
symbol to avoid errors and possible resulting damages there-
of.
Texts following this symbol you must pay particular atten-
tion to to avoid dangers and personal injuries.
“ ” Texts enclosed by quotation marks are references to other man-
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1.4 Safety Instructions
To use the Pronto3 correctly please heed the following:
General
The Pronto3 has been built according to the applying safety regula-
tions. To minimize the possibility of a faulty operation of the device all
manuals and guides must be available at all times at the operation site.
Before installing and/or using the Pronto3 the manuals and guides de-
livered with the Pronto3 must be read and observed.
– Use the Pronto3 only in apparent good technical order.
– The Pronto3 hardware works with voltages that can be hazardous
to your health. Never work on the system or access its interior with
the power cable(s) being plugged in. Make sure the power supply is
disconnected from the components you intend to work on.
– Computer hardware contains components that are sensitive to elec-
trostatic discharge. If you touch them without precautionary mea-
sures, they can be destroyed. Use a wrist strap connected to ground
when accessing electronic parts and take care of grounding the sys-
tem. Avoid touching the internal components of the Pronto3 when-
ever possible.
– Computer hardware contains components that are sensitive to
changing voltages. Connecting or disconnecting the Pronto3 to or
from peripheral hardware while any of them is switched on may
damage the hardware. Switch off all peripheral hardware before
connecting or disconnecting anything.
– Use, store and transport the Pronto3 only in compliance with the
technical data laid out in section “Technical Data” on page A-4.
– If fluids or solid objects get inside the casing, the Pronto3 must be
disconnected from the power supply immediately. Before using the
Pronto3 again, it has to be checked by authorized service personnel.
– Only use a damp tissue without any cleaning agents to clean the
casing.
– The Pronto3 must not be misused, abused, physically damaged,
neglected, exposed to fire, water or excessive changes in the cli-
mate or temperature, or operated outside maximum rating.
– Do not perform any changes or extensions to the Pronto3 whatso-
ever.
Please read the following safety instructions carefully before
attempting any installation and/or performing any work on
the Pronto3.
If the Pronto3 is not used in compliance with the safety in-
structions, the warranty and all resulting liability claims will be
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Transportation
The Pronto3 is a very sensitive device. Especially the hard disks of the
system must be handled with greatest care. Therefore, observe in case
of transportation:
– Handle the Pronto3 with great care.
– Always use the original packing or a similar structured packing for
transportation as detailed in section “Packing Instructions” on
page A-12.
– Avoid shocks or vibrations during transport. For longer distances it
is recommended to use a lifting truck.
– Keep the Pronto3 as a transportation good dry.
– In the warranty period you have to keep the original packing and
use it in case of transportation.
Environmental Conditions
For error-free working and a long service life the Pronto3 needs some
basic environmental conditions:
– Do not expose the Pronto3 to sources of heat, such as direct sun-
light or a radiator.
– Do not cover or obstruct the ventilation holes of the system (front
as well as rear).
– When installing the DVS system in a rack, take care that warmed up
air is conducted to the rear of the rack and properly vented away.
– Avoid areas with high humidity or dust. Best operating conditions
are given in an air-conditioned site.
– Do not expose the Pronto3 to strong electric or magnetic fields.
– Avoid areas where the Pronto3 will be subject to vibrations or
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1.5 Important Notes
The following provides information about warranty, a note about the
conformity of the product and some other general information.
Warranty Information
This product is warranted to be free of defects in materials and work-
manship for a period of one year from the date of purchase. DVS ex-
tends this Limited Warranty to the original purchaser.
In the event of a defect or failure to confirm to this Limited Warranty,
DVS will repair or replace the product without charge. In order to make
a claim under this Limited Warranty, the purchaser must notify DVS or
their representative in writing of the product failure. In this Limited
Warranty the customer must upon DVS’s request return the product to
the place of purchase or send the defective device to a given address
for the necessary repairs to be performed. In the warranty period the
customer must keep the original packing and pack the DVS product in
it in case of a product return. If the customer is not satisfied with the
repair, DVS will have the option to either attempt a further repair, ex-
change the product or refund the purchase price.
This warranty does not cover:
– Products not developed by DVS Digital Video Systems AG.
– Products not used in compliance with the safety instructions
detailed in section “Safety Instructions” on page 1-5.
– Products on which warranty stickers or product serial numbers have
been removed, altered or rendered illegible.
– The costs of installations, removals, transportations, or reinstalla-
tions.
– Costs for transportation damages.
– Damages caused to any other item.
– Any special, indirect, or consequential damages, and damages
resulting from loss of use, data, or profits, or business interruption.
Declaration of Conformity
This product has been tested according to
the applying national and international di-
rectives and regulations. Further information
about this can be found in section “Confor-
mity Declarations” on page A-14.
You have to keep the original packing and use it in case of
transportation. Otherwise this warranty will be void.
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Product Disposal (B2B)
Used electrical and electronic products should not be dis-
posed of with general household waste. At the end of its
service life you may return the DVS product after appro-
priate prior notification to either your local distributor or
DVS in Germany. DVS will then take the device free of
charge to a waste disposal organization which will recycle
and reuse it environmental friendly.
General Notes
Please observe the following general important notes:
The Pronto3 is delivered to you fully preconfigured and opti-
mized for a real-time in- and output of uncompressed video
streams. Changing any of the settings (e.g. the hardware,
software and/or BIOS settings) may lead to a loss of perfor-
mance or may even render the system unusable. Re-configur-
ing the system anew is in most cases a lengthy procedure. Do
not change any of the settings unless you are absolutely sure
of what you are doing and what the results would be.
Your DVS system has been tested thoroughly and is very reli-
able. However, because of the vast amount of third-party
software available, its reactions on the installation of such
could not be tested. The installation of third-party software
may disrupt the real-time capability and/or limit the function-
ality of your system.
Only use the designated storage to store video and audio data.
Other storage locations will be too slow for real-time opera-
tions.
Leave about 15 % of the overall main storage capacity empty
of data for real-time performance reasons.

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Overview
This chapter provides a detailed overview of the Pronto3 hardware. The
system will be shown in a front and a rear view and all its parts and con-
nectors will be described. For explanatory reasons the section about the
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2.1 Overview of the Front
This section gives an overview of the front of the Pronto3. After an
overall overview of the front the operable front panel at the top of the
system will be described first. This will be followed by descriptions of
the faceplate and the hard disk array. The section will be concluded with
some explanations about the DVD drive.
2.1.1 The Front of the System
This section provides an overview of the front of the system:
Figure 2-1: Overview of the front
operation items With the operation items the system can be con-
trolled (e.g. turned on or off). Additionally, they of-
fer some LEDs that allow you to assess the state of
the Pronto3 as well as USB connectors for an easy
connectivity to additional devices such as memory
sticks. Further information about the operation
items can be found in section “Operation Items”
on page 2-3.
HDD LEDs The upper part of the front is equipped with LEDs
that indicate the statuses (activities) of the hard
disks of the hard disk array. Further information
about the LEDs and their meaning can be found in
section “HDD LEDs” on page 2-4.
Pronto3
DVD drive
faceplate/
HDD LEDsoperation items hard disk array