DVS Atomix LT User manual

Atomix LT Installation Guide (Version 2.0)
PCI Video Board
Atomix LT
Installation Guide

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Atomix LT Installation Guide
Introduction
Overview
Installation
Maintenance
Appendix
Index

Installation Guide Version 2.0 for Atomix LT
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Contents
1Introduction ............................................................................... 1-1
1.1 Overview ............................................................................. 1-2
1.2 Target Group ........................................................................ 1-3
1.3 Conventions Used in this User Guide .................................... 1-3
1.4 Safety Instructions ................................................................ 1-4
1.5 Important Notes ................................................................... 1-6
1.6 System Requirements ........................................................... 1-8
2Overview .................................................................................... 2-1
2.1 Overview of the Video Board Product .................................. 2-2
2.2 Overview of the Board ......................................................... 2-3
2.2.1 The Different Variants of the Board ............................... 2-3
2.2.2 Overview of the Component Side ................................. 2-4
2.2.3 Overview of the Soldering Side ..................................... 2-6
2.2.4 Digital Video I/Os of the Atomix LT Board ..................... 2-7
2.3 Overview of the Panels ...................................................... 2-10
2.3.1 Note About the Audio Setup ...................................... 2-10
2.3.2 Audio and RS-422 Panel ............................................ 2-11
2.3.3 Audio Panel .............................................................. 2-12
2.3.4 RS-422 Panel ............................................................ 2-14
2.3.5 GPI Panel ................................................................. 2-14
3Installation ................................................................................. 3-1
3.1 Hardware Installation ........................................................... 3-2
3.1.1 Preparations ............................................................... 3-2
3.1.2 Installation of the Board ............................................... 3-4
3.1.3 Installation of the Panels .............................................. 3-5

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3.1.4 Setting up the Remaining Internal Connections ............. 3-10
3.1.5 Finishing the Installation ............................................. 3-11
3.2 Software Installation ........................................................... 3-12
3.3 Setting the License Key....................................................... 3-12
3.4 Upgrading the Firmware..................................................... 3-14
3.4.1 Determining the Firmware Version .............................. 3-14
3.4.2 Upgrading the Firmware ............................................ 3-15
3.5 Testing the Installation ........................................................ 3-17
4Maintenance .............................................................................. 4-1
AAppendix ....................................................................................A-1
A.1 Technical Data ......................................................................A-1
A.2 Hardware Specifications .......................................................A-2
A.3 Baud Rate of RS-422 Ports ...................................................A-3
A.4 Video Rasters .......................................................................A-4
A.5 GPI (Optocoupler) ................................................................A-5
A.5.1 Technical Data ............................................................A-5
A.5.2 Block Diagrams ...........................................................A-5
A.6 Signal In- and Outputs .........................................................A-7
A.7 Conformity Declarations .....................................................A-11
A.7.1 RoHS Compliance .....................................................A-11
A.7.2 EC Declaration of Conformity (CE Marking) .................A-11
A.7.3 FCC Compliance Statement ........................................A-11
A.8 Short Reference: Atomix LT Boards .....................................A-13
IIndex............................................................................................. I-1

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Introduction
This documentation describes Atomix LT, a high-end uncompressed
video and audio I/O hardware manufactured by DVS.
Atomix LT is centered around the Atomix LT board, a 2/3-length PCIe
bus single board for a real-time input and output of uncompressed vid-
eo and audio signals. All major video and film formats are supported
from SD video up to 2K film via SDI I/O, supplemented by up to
16 channels audio either over AES/EBU or embedded in the video
stream. With the help of the DVS software development kit (SDK) you
can build your own powerful video and film solutions, for example, for
HDTV post production or broadcast applications.
For Atomix LT there are two variants of PCI video boards available: one
providing 5 BNC connectors on its slot panel (called Atomix LT) and
one providing 4 BNC and a VGA-style connector (called Atomix LT
4BNC).
Key Features
– Capture and play-out of uncompressed video via two 3-Gbit/s SDI
ports
– Two independent video channels with independent input and out-
puts
– Programmable up-/downscaler for format adjustments
– Mixer/keyer
– 1D LUT for range and gamma changes
– Low latency between input and output
– 16 embedded and 16 AES/EBU audio channels (Atomix LT 4 BNC:
8 AES/EBU audio channels)
– LTC input and output
– 2 × RS-422 for remote control
– Watchdog to switch SDI input to output in case of failure
– Drivers and SDK for Windows, Linux and Mac OS
– Sophisticated SDK, compatible among DVS video boards
– Highly skilled and qualified support, from developers for developers
– Optional breakout box (not for Atomix LT 4 BNC) with
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– Analog audio output
– AES/EBU audio
– LTC input and output
1.1 Overview
This guide informs you about the installation of Atomix LT as well as all
connection possibilities. Furthermore, it provides information about the
setting of license keys, the upgrade of the firmware, the testing of the
installation, and of maintenance work that you may perform on your
own.
In detail the chapters contain the following information:
Chapter 1 Begins with a short introduction to Atomix LT,
followed by a note regarding the audience this
manual is written for and an explanation of the
conventions used in this manual. Beside the
system requirements necessary to run
Atomix LT, it provides safety instructions that
you must adhere to and some important notes
that you should read.
Chapter 2 Gives an overview of Atomix LT as a video
board product and describes shortly its individ-
ual components. Furthermore, the items,
switches and connectors of the Atomix LT
board and its additional panels are detailed in
this chapter.
Chapter 3 Describes the installation of Atomix LT. First the
hardware installation is explained, followed by
some hardware related settings and upgrades
to be effected with the software.
Chapter 4 Details service and maintenance work in case
of a firmware upgrade failure.
Appendix Provides technical details and general informa-
tion about Atomix LT. This chapter also con-
tains a short reference to the items available on
the Atomix LT board.
Index This chapter facilitates the search for specific
terms.

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1.2 Target Group
To use this manual you should have experience installing hardware
components in a computer system and be familiar with the hardware
structure and interior of such a system. Additionally, you should have
knowledge in the field of digital video in general and be used to operate
with computer software.
1.3 Conventions Used in this User Guide
The following typographical conventions will be used in this documen-
tation:
Texts 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-
uals, guides, chapters, or sections.
Directory/File Directory structure or file
Command Indicates a command (e.g. at a command line),
a syntax or contents of a file/output
[Key] A key on a keyboard

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1.4 Safety Instructions
To use Atomix LT correctly please heed the following:
General
Atomix LT has been built according to the applying safety regulations.
To minimize the possibility of a faulty operation of the device all man-
uals and guides must be available at all times at the operation site. Be-
fore installing and/or using Atomix LT the manuals and guides
delivered with Atomix LT must be read and observed.
– Use Atomix LT only in apparent good technical order.
– The system you are trying to install Atomix LT in works with volt-
ages that can be hazardous to your health. Never work on the sys-
tem 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 computer sys-
tem and Atomix LT whenever possible.
– Computer hardware contains components that are sensitive to
changing voltages. Connecting or disconnecting Atomix LT 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 Atomix LT only in compliance with the
technical data laid out in section “Technical Data” on page A-1.
– Atomix LT 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 Atomix LT whatso-
ever.
Environmental Conditions
For error-free working and a long service life Atomix LT needs some ba-
sic environmental conditions:
Please read the following safety instructions carefully before
attempting any installation and/or performing any work on
Atomix LT.
If Atomix LT is not used in compliance with the safety instruc-
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– Do not expose Atomix LT to sources of heat, such as direct sunlight
or a radiator.
– The chassis of the computer system where the Atomix LT board is
installed must be equipped with a sufficient ventilation for cooling
reasons.
– Avoid areas with high humidity or dust. Best operating conditions
are given in an air-conditioned site.
– Do not expose Atomix LT to strong electric or magnetic fields.
– Avoid areas where Atomix LT will be subject to vibrations or shocks.

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1.5 Important Notes
The following provides information about warranty and the conformity
of the product. Furthermore, it includes an important note if you want
to unplug cables and some information about optionally available
breakout boxes.
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. If the customer is not satis-
fied with the repair, DVS will have the option to either attempt a further
repair, exchange the product or refund the purchase price.
This warranty does not cover:
– Products not developed by DVS Digital Video Systems GmbH.
– Products not used in compliance with the safety instructions
detailed in section “Safety Instructions” on page 1-4.
– 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-11.
Unplugging Cables
If you want to unplug one of the flat cables after its installation on the
board, please observe the following:

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Flat cable connectors are equipped with a locking mechanism to pre-
vent them from becoming disconnected after they were plugged in.
To unplug the connector use your index finger and thumb to press the
locking wings together.
Figure 1-1: Unplugging flat cables
Then you can easily remove the connector.
Breakout Boxes
There are several breakout boxes optionally available for Atomix LT
(not for Atomix LT 4 BNC) to replace the breakout cables and reduce
the amount of panels. You can adapt the overall configuration to your
personal needs. To connect to some of the breakout boxes an interface
slot panel may be required which will be included in the delivery.
For more information about the different types of breakout boxes avail-
able for Atomix LT please contact your local vendor or DVS directly.
Don’t use any force to disconnect flat cable plugs, otherwise
the socket on the board may be damaged or even break off.

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1.6 System Requirements
Required Hardware
These are the minimum hardware requirements that the computer sys-
tem has to meet if you want to use Atomix LT.
– Pentium 4 or similar with at least 2.2 GHz
– Mainboard with PCIe bus providing 8 lanes (x4 elect.) or more
– 1 free slot in a bus-master capable PCI segment supporting PCIe
– 1024 MB RAM
Supported Operating Systems
Atomix LT can be used with the following operating systems:
– Windows XP, Vista or 7
– Linux (Red Hat and Fedora)
– Mac OS X
Required Software
Atomix LT needs the DVS video board driver. Furthermore, to be pro-
grammed for applications the SDK by DVS is necessary. Both software
items should be included in your delivery. They are also available online
on the DVS web site after registering/logging in to access restricted in-
formation (http://www.dvs.de/products/video-boards/
atomix-lt.html).
Be sure that you have installed the newest Service Packs for
your system, otherwise you may encounter soft- and/or hard-
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Overview
This chapter shows an overview of Atomix LT thereby detailing all
items, switches and connectors of the Atomix LT board and its addition-
al panels. First the components of the DVS video board product as it is
delivered to you are described shortly. Afterwards an overview of the
Atomix LT board is provided. The chapter will be concluded with a de-
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2.1 Overview of the Video Board Product
Atomix LT as a video board product consists of various individual com-
ponents that combined will give you the opportunity to develop your
own real-time video and film solutions. The diagram below shows the
different components included in the delivery of Atomix LT:
Figure 2-1: Atomix LT overview
The components of Atomix LT can be divided into hardware and soft-
ware components:
To the hardware components belong the items described in this instal-
lation guide. Atomix LT is centered around the Atomix LT board, a 2/3-
length PCIe bus single board for the real-time input and output of un-
compressed video and audio signals. All major video and film formats
are supported from SD video up to 2K film via SDI I/O, supplemented
by up to 16 channels audio either over AES/EBU or embedded in the
video stream. To use all the features of Atomix LT several slot panels
may have been included in your delivery as well as other accessories
such as breakout cables. All these items and their installation will be de-
scribed in this manual.
Among the software components you can find the DVS software de-
velopment kit (DVS SDK) which can be used to build editing and stor-
age solutions with Atomix LT. The DVS SDK is compatible among the
video board products by DVS meaning your code can be used with oth-
er DVS video boards as well. Several tools for hardware setup and di-
agnostics complement the SDK. To run properly the video board driver
has to be loaded prior to using Atomix LT which can be done with the
tools for the hardware setup. The video board driver controls the
Atomix LT board and thus the in- and output of signals. The DVS SDK
as well as all other software components are described in the separate
SDK documentation.