evertz PROGUARD User manual

PROGUARD
Live UHD/3G/HD Broadcast Delay System
Quick Start Guide
© Copyright 2021
EVERTZ MICROSYSTEMS LTD.
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Version 1.0, November 2021
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this manual for any purpose other than the operation of the device.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced without the express written permission of Evertz
Microsystems Ltd. Copies of this guide can be ordered from your Evertz products dealer or from Evertz
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “Dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute
a risk of electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (Servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the product.
•Read these instructions
•Keep these instructions.
•Heed all warnings.
•Follow all instructions.
•Do not use this apparatus near water
•Clean only with dry cloth.
•Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
•Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
•Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than 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. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
•Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
•Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer
•Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
•Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
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 apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
WARNING
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC –
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
WARNING
DO N
OT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND ENSURE THAT NO
OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS ARE PLACED ON THE EQUIPMENT
WARNING
TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT THE
POWER SUPPLY CORD PLUG FROM THE AC RECEPTACLE
WARNING
THE MAINS PLUG OF THE POWER SUPPLY CORD SHALL REMAIN READILY OPERABLE

INFORMATION TO USERS IN EUROPE
NOTE
CISPR 22 CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE OR PERIPHERAL
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to the European Union EMC directive. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used
in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
INFORMATION TO USERS IN THE U.S.A.
NOTE
FCC CLASS A DIGITAL DEVICE OR PERIPHERAL
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case
the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
WARNING
Changes or Modifications not expressly approved by Evertz Microsystems Ltd. could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Use of unshielded plugs or cables may cause radiation interference. Properly shielded interface
cables with the shield connected to the chassis ground of the device must be used.

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REVISION HISTORY
REVISION DESCRIPTION DATE
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First Release
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Information contained in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable. However, Evertz assumes no responsibility for the use thereof
nor for the rights of third parties, which may be affected in any way by the use thereof. Any representations in this document concerning
performance of Evertz products are for informational use only and are not warranties of future performance, either expressed or implied. The
only warranty offered by Evertz in relation to this product is the Evertz standard limited warranty, stated in the sales contract or order
confirmation form.
Although every attempt has been made to accurately describe the features, installation and operation of this product in this manual, no
warranty is granted nor liability assumed in relation to any errors or omissions unless specifically undertaken in the Evertz sales contract or
order confirmation. Information contained in this manual is periodically updated and changes will be incorporated into subsequent editions. If
you encounter an error, please notify Evertz Customer Service department. Evertz reserves the right, without notice or liability, to make
changes in equipment design or specifications.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. OVERVIEW ...................................................................................................................................1
2. PROGUARD PHYSICAL INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS.................................................3
2.1. PROGUARD .........................................................................................................................3
2.1.1. Front View .................................................................................................................3
2.1.2. Rear View..................................................................................................................4
2.2. POWERING UP THE UNIT...................................................................................................6
3. FEATURES ...................................................................................................................................7
3.1. PROGUARD CONFIGURATION ..........................................................................................7
3.1.1. I/O Configuration .......................................................................................................7
3.1.1.1. I/O Type......................................................................................................8
3.1.1.2. Standard .....................................................................................................8
3.1.2. PTP Configuration .....................................................................................................9
3.1.2.1. View Status.................................................................................................9
3.1.2.2. Domain .......................................................................................................9
3.1.2.3. Ports .........................................................................................................10
3.1.2.4. Apply Configuration...................................................................................10
3.1.3. IPMI Configuration...................................................................................................10
3.1.4. Network Configuration .............................................................................................11
3.1.4.1. Control Network ........................................................................................11
3.1.4.1.1. Control Port Configuration.......................................................11
3.1.4.1.2. Show route table .....................................................................12
3.1.4.2. Data Network ............................................................................................13
3.1.4.2.1. Data Port Configuration...........................................................13
3.1.5. System Configuration ..............................................................................................
14
3.1.5.1. Host Name................................................................................................14
3.1.5.2. Date ..........................................................................................................14
3.1.5.3. Time..........................................................................................................14
3.1.5.4. Time Zone.................................................................................................14
3.1.5.5. Password ..................................................................................................14
3.1.6. Restart Application ..................................................................................................14
3.1.7. System Control........................................................................................................14
3.1.8. Software Version .....................................................................................................15
3.1.9. Exit Server Control ..................................................................................................15
3.2. CONTROL USER INTERFACE ..........................................................................................15
3.2.1. Header Panel ..........................................................................................................17
3.2.2. Video and Audio Previews.......................................................................................17
3.2.3. Applying Concealment Profiles................................................................................18
3.2.4. Configuring Concealment Profiles ...........................................................................19
3.2.4.1. Picture ......................................................................................................19
3.2.4.2. Sound .......................................................................................................21
3.2.4.3. Record ......................................................................................................22
3.2.4.4. User ..........................................................................................................24

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3.3. I/O LAYOUT .......................................................................................................................24
3.3.1. SDI I/O 25
3.3.2. Compressed IPTS I/O .............................................................................................25
3.3.3. Uncompressed 25G IP I/O ......................................................................................26
4. SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................................27
4.1. PROGUARD PLATFORM SPECIFICATIONS ....................................................................27
4.2. INPUT/OUTPUT .................................................................................................................27
4.3. AUDIO SUPPORT ..............................................................................................................27
4.4. GRAPHICS SUPPORT.......................................................................................................27
4.5. TIME CODE........................................................................................................................27
4.6. GENLOCK..........................................................................................................................27
4.7. VERTICAL BLANKING INTERVAL ....................................................................................27
4.8. MONITORING ....................................................................................................................27
4.8.1. Non Real-time File Transfers...................................................................................28
4.8.2. Storage Capacity.....................................................................................................28
4.8.3. System Cooling .......................................................................................................28
4.9. POWER REQUIREMENTS.................................................................................................28
4.10. DIMENSIONS .....................................................................................................................28
Figures
Figure 2-1: Front View of PROGUARD Front Panel Installed...........................................................................3
Figure 2-2: PROGUARD Status Activity LEDs, Soft Reset Button and Power Button......................................4
Figure 2-3: ProGuard Rear Panel View ............................................................................................................5
Figure 2-4: ProGuard with 25G I/O Option Rear Panel View............................................................................5
Figure 3-17: Configuration Main Menu .............................................................................................................7
Figure 3-18: I/O Type Configuration Menu .......................................................................................................7
Figure 3-19: I/O Type Options ..........................................................................................................................8
Figure 3-20: Standard Options..........................................................................................................................8
Figure 3-21: PTP Configuration Menu ..............................................................................................................9
Figure 3-22: PTP Status Window .....................................................................................................................9
Figure 3-23: PTP Domain Configuration...........................................................................................................9
Figure 3-24: PTP Port Configuration...............................................................................................................10
Figure 3-25: IPMI Configuration Menu............................................................................................................10
Figure 3-26: Network Configuration Menu ......................................................................................................11
Figure 3-27: Control Network Configuration Menu .........................................................................................11
Figure 3-28: IP Address, Netmask, and Gateway Configuration Options.......................................................11
Figure 3-29: IP Address Configuration............................................................................................................12
Figure 3-30: Route Table ................................................................................................................................12
Figure 3-31: Data Network Configuration Menu .............................................................................................13
Figure 3-32: IP Address and Netmask Configuration Options........................................................................13
Figure 3-33: System Configuration Menu .......................................................................................................14
Figure 3-34: System Control Menu .................................................................................................................14
Figure 3-35: ProGuard Software Version........................................................................................................15
Figure 3-1: Seat Selection Page .....................................................................................................................15
Figure 3-2: Enter password Prompt................................................................................................................16
Figure 3-3: Control UI .....................................................................................................................................16
Figure 3-4: Header Panel................................................................................................................................17

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Figure 3-5: Preview of the Main, Auxiliary, and Program Video Feeds and their Audio Levels ......................17
Figure 3-6: Video Preview Full Screen Button ................................................................................................18
Figure 3-7: Audio Preview Button....................................................................................................................18
Figure 3-8: Buttons to Apply Concealment Profiles to the Video and Audio Feeds ........................................19
Figure 3-9: Concealment Profile Configuration Panel.....................................................................................19
Figure 3-10: Picture Concealment Profiles .....................................................................................................20
Figure 3-11: Applying a Video Concealment Profile to the Output Feed ........................................................20
Figure 3-12: Sound Concealment Profiles ......................................................................................................21
Figure 3-13: Applying Sound Concealment Profile to Output Feed ................................................................22
Figure 3-14: Recording Options ......................................................................................................................23
Figure 3-15: Recording in Progress ................................................................................................................23
Figure 3-16: User Control Settings..................................................................................................................24
Figure 3-36: SDI I/O Rear Panel View ............................................................................................................25
Figure 3-37: 10G IP I/O Rear Panel View .......................................................................................................26
Figure 3-38: 25G IP I/O Rear Panel View .......................................................................................................26
Tables
Table 2-1: Front View Labels & Functions. .......................................................................................................3
Table 2-2: Control Panel Buttons and LEDs .....................................................................................................4
Table 2-3: Port Labels & Functions...................................................................................................................5
Table 2-4: Port Labels & Functions for the 25G I/O Option ..............................................................................6
Table 2-5: PSU State ........................................................................................................................................6
Table 3-1: Default Video Concealment Profiles ..............................................................................................19
Table 3-2: Default Audio Concealment Profiles ..............................................................................................21
Table 3-3: SDI I/O mapping ............................................................................................................................25
Table 3-4: 10G IP I/O Mapping. ......................................................................................................................25
Table 3-5: 25G I/O Mapping............................................................................................................................26

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1. OVERVIEW
Evertz ProGuard enables you to protect your live broadcasts from offensive video or audio content.
With ProGuard, broadcasters of live content can guard against unexpected or unwanted events
(nudity, offensive images/language or technical issues) going to air by providing up to 30 seconds of
delay (in UHD). This flexible delay allows operators to correct offensive material to meet regulations
and maintain program continuity.
ProGuard provides a simple and easy to use interface for operators to quickly conceal unwanted video
or audio content.
ProGuard offers flexible and comprehensive delay techniques beyond simple video switches and audio
beeps to meet demanding broadcasting requirements and simplify live production workflows.
Video Protection Options
•Switch to alternative safe feed
•Blur or defocus video content
•Insert video black, static/animated graphic
or safe content/clip
Audio Protection Options
•Switch to alternative safe feed
•Mute, shuffle or swap audio channels
•Insert safe audio content or beep
Configurable Operator Reaction Time
ProGuard provides an easy to configure reaction time from 1–5 seconds, allowing your operators to
react reliably to eliminate offensive behavior or actions before they go on–air.
Future Proof
ProGuard provides support for HD/3G/UHD 4:2:2 10–bit formats with High Dynamic Range (HDR) and
uncompressed IP formats (SMPTE ST 2022–6 and ST 2110).
Full Redundancy
ProGuard uses dual power supplies and solid state devices as standard features to maximize its
reliability. In the case of SDI, internal bypass relays are triggered in the case of power loss.
ProGuard is built upon technology created by the team that originated profanity delay systems and has
been used by major broadcasters globally. ProGuard is a platform designed for any format and
interface type to guard your live broadcasts for now and the future.

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Ordering Information
PROGUARD–3G–2
Dual–channel 3G/HD/SD broadcast delay system
with standard SDI I/O. Optional 10G I/O support.
PROGUARD–UHD
Single–channel UHD or dual–channel 3G/HD/SD
broadcast delay system with standard SDI I/O.
PROGUARD–10G–2
Dual–channel 3G/HD/SD broadcast delay system
with 10G I/O (4x 10GbE ports). Native support for
SMPTE ST 2110 and ST 2022–6.
PROGUARD–3G–VM
Single–channel 3G/HD/SD broadcast delay
system for cloud application. Compressed MPEG–
2/H.264 I/O. Contact factory for details.
PROGUARD–UHD–VM
Single–channel 3G/HD/SD broadcast delay
system for cloud application. Compressed MPEG–
2/H.264 I/O. Contact factory for details.

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2. PROGUARD PHYSICAL INSTALLATION AND CONNECTIONS
2.1. PROGUARD
PROGUARD is based off a 2RU Intel server and runs 64-bit Ubuntu Linux as its operating system. The
PROGUARD chassis utilizes eight 1.2TB 2.5” hard drives configured as a 6.6TB RAID6 storage. The
Ubuntu Linux 64-bit operating system and Overture software reside on two 80GB 2.5” SSDs setup in
RAID1 mode. The PROGUARD chassis also provides dual-redundant power supplies, four 1G
Ethernet ports, four 10G Ethernet ports and IPMI/iLO control. PROGUARD can be equipped with up to
eight channels of SDI on DIN 1.0/2.3 I/O ports, each channel can be configured as an input or an
output. Alternatively, PROGUARD can be equipped with four 25G I/O ports to support 2022-6 and
2110 output formats.
2.1.1. Front View
Physically, the PROGUARD occupies 2 rack unit of space. The front of the PROGUARD is shown in
Figure 2-1 below. The front accessible drive bays as well as the status/activity LEDs, a soft reset
button and system power button are readily visible.
Figure 2-1: Front View of PROGUARD Front Panel Installed
LABEL
FUNCTION
HDD 1 through 8
Local Storage
Control Panel
Status LEDs, Soft Reset Button, Power
Button
Table 2-1: Front View Labels & Functions.
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Drive Arrangement
The drives used for storage are on the eight (8) left drive bays (Bays One (1) through Eight (8)). The
OS drives is located in the SSD drive bays on the back of the unit.
Drive Bay LEDs
Each of the eight (8) drive bays has a blue and a red LED. When illuminated, the blue LED indicates
drive activity. The blue LED on the drive bay also flashes when the drive in the bay is being accessed.
The red LED is illuminated in the event of a drive failure.

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Control Panel
Figure 2-2: PROGUARD Status Activity LEDs, Soft Reset Button and Power Button
The Control panel located in front of the PROGUARD has five (6) LEDs and two (2) push buttons.
These uses of these buttons and LEDs are detailed below.
ICON
NAME
USE
BUTTONS
A
Power
Depressing the Power button applies or turns off the main
power to the system.
F
Reset
Depressing the Reset button reboots the system.
LED
B
HDD
The LED flashes if there is any drive activity on the unit.
D
NIC1
The LED flashes if there is any network activity on ETH1.
E
NIC2
The LED flashes if there is any network activity on ETH2.
C
Power Failure
The LED flashes if there is a power supply failure.
H
Information LED
This LED flashes at different rates and different colors to
indicate one of several failures that may have occurred in the
unit.
The list below describes the different LED states and failures.
Fast Blinking Red (1x/sec): Fan Fail
Solid Red: CPU Overheat
Slow Blinking Red (1x/4 sec): Power Fail
Solid Blue: Local UID Button Depressed
Blinking Blue: IPMI-Activated UID
Table 2-2: Control Panel Buttons and LEDs
2.1.2. Rear View
The rear panel of the PROGUARD unit as shown in Figure 2-3 provides several display, Ethernet, USB
and DIN ports. Refer to Table 2-3 for port labels and functions on each port. The rear panel of the
PROGUARD unit with the 25G I/O option installed can be seen in Figure 2-4. Refer to Table 2-4 for
port labels and functions for the 25G I/O option.

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Figure 2-3: ProGuard Rear Panel View
PORT LABEL
FUNCTION
1
Power Supply 1
2
Power Supply 2
3
OS SSDs
4
eth0
5
eth1
6
eth4
7
eth5
8
VGA
9
USB
10
IPMI
11
GPU
12
eth3 (10G)
13
eth2 (10G)
14
eth7 (10G)
15
eth6 (10G)
16
SDI Card 0 (most left is reference, then 1-8 in
increasing order from left to right)
Table 2-3: Port Labels & Functions.
Figure 2-4: ProGuard with 25G I/O Option Rear Panel View

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PORT LABEL
FUNCTION
1
Power Supply 1
2
Power Supply 2
3
OS SSDs
4
eth0
5
eth1
6
eth4
7
eth5
8
VGA
9
USB
10
IPMI
11
GPU
12
eth3 (10G)
13
eth2 (10G)
14
eth7 (10G)
15
eth6 (10G)
16
25G Port 1
17
25G Port 2
18
25G Port 3
19
25G Port 4
Table 2-4: Port Labels & Functions for the 25G I/O Option
Power Supply Units
Power is supplied to the PROGUARD via two hot-swappable 1100W power Supply units (PSU1 &
PSU2) with load sharing. Each power supply unit has a LED to indicate it’s current working state. The
LED uses two colors to indicate the state of the PSU. The table below lists the LED colours and PSU
state.
PSU LED Color
PSU State
Green
Indicates power is being supplied to the PSU, the PSU is
in good working condition, and the unit is on.
Amber
Indicates power is being supplied to the PSU and the unit
is off.
Table 2-5: PSU State
Each PSU provides audible tone for notification in the event of a PSU fails or looses power
2.2. POWERING UP THE UNIT
To power up the PROGUARD unit, depress the power button. Refer to Figure 2-2 and Table 2-2 for the
location of the power button. Once the PROGUARD power button is depressed, the unit will
automatically boot. Wait for (60 seconds) for the unit to boot up.
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NOTE: During the boot-up process the PROGUARD’s internal fan speeds will ramp
up and temporarily operate in a high-flow mode of operation. The internal fans will
ramp down to their steady-state mode of operation upon successful booting.

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3. FEATURES
3.1. PROGUARD CONFIGURATION
ProGuard provides a configuration menu for setting up the device. The configuration menu allows the
user to select I/O type, configure PTP and IPMI, configure the network settings for the control and data
ports, and shutdown/reboot the device.
To access the configuration menu, connect a keyboard and monitor to the device. Login as user
"admin"with password "admin". The configuration menu can be accessed over SSH after initial
setup with the credentials "admin/admin".
Navigate the menu using the arrow keys or by clicking the desired menu options. The UP and DOWN
arrow keys can be used to navigate between menu items. The LEFT and RIGHT arrow keys are used
to select between confirmation choices (e.g. <OK> or <Back>). Menu items are selected by pressing
the ENTER key.
Figure 3-1: Configuration Main Menu
3.1.1. I/O Configuration
The I/O menu allows the user to select the type of I/O used as well as the output video standard.
Figure 3-2: I/O Type Configuration Menu

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3.1.1.1. I/O Type
This control allows the user to select between SDI and ST2110 I/O. The selected I/O type applies to
both ProGuard paths.
Figure 3-3: I/O Type Options
3.1.1.2. Standard
This control allows the user to select the video standard used for playout. The selected standard
applies to both ProGuard paths.
Figure 3-4: Standard Options

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3.1.2. PTP Configuration
The PTP menu allows the user to configure PTP. The user can select the domain number, main and
backup ports, and view the status of the PTP lock.
Figure 3-5: PTP Configuration Menu
3.1.2.1. View Status
This menu option displays the lock status of PTP. The status will display "Locked" if PTP is currently
locked, or "Unlocked" if PTP lock has not been established.
Figure 3-6: PTP Status Window
3.1.2.2. Domain
This control allows the user to set the PTP domain number.
Figure 3-7: PTP Domain Configuration

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3.1.2.3. Ports
This control allows the user to select the main and backup PTP ports.
Figure 3-8: PTP Port Configuration
3.1.2.4. Apply Configuration
This menu option applies any changes made to the PTP configuration.
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NOTE:
Applying changes to the PTP configuration restarts the PTP services and
may cause temporary service disruptions.
3.1.3. IPMI Configuration
The IPMI menu allows the user to configure the network settings for IPMI control.
Figure 3-9: IPMI Configuration Menu
The IPMI type option allows the user to select between using DHCP or a Static network configuration
for the IPMI interface.
If a static network configuration is selected, the IP address, netmask, and gateway can be configured
by selecting the associated menu option and entering the desired address.
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NOTE:
The IP address, netmask, and gateway controls are only editable when a
static network configuration is used for IPMI.