EVS XT-3 Use and care manual

Technical Reference
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Version 10.05 - July 2011
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COPYRIGHT
EVS Broadcast Equipment – Copyright © 2011. All rights reserved.
DISCLAIMER
The information in this manual is furnished for informational use only and subject
to change without notice. While every effort has been made to ensure that the
information contained in this user manual is accurate, up-to-date and reliable,
EVS Broadcast Equipment cannot be held responsible for inaccuracies or errors
that may appear in this publication.
IMPROVEMENT REQUESTS
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hesitate to send improvement requests, or report any error or inaccuracy on this
user manual by e-mail to [email protected].
USER MANUALS ON EVS WEBSITE
The latest version of the user manual, if any, and other user manuals on EVS
products can be found on the EVS download center, on the following webpage:
http://www.evs.tv/downloadcenter
REGIONAL CONTACTS
The address and phone number of the EVS headquarters are usually mentioned in
the Help >About menu in the user interface.
You will find the full list of addresses and phone numbers at the following page on
the EVS website: http://www.evs.tv/contacts

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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................III
1. OVERVIEW.............................................................................................................1
1.1 XT3 HIGH-RESOLUTION SERVER.............................................................................................1
1.2 XT3 PROXY SERVER.................................................................................................................2
1.3 UNPACKING................................................................................................................................2
1.4 DIMENSIONS..............................................................................................................................2
1.4.1 Video Disk Recorder MainFrame 19 Inches...........................................................................2
Rack mount 6U.......................................................................................................................................................2
Rack mount 4U.......................................................................................................................................................5
1.4.2 SAS-HDX................................................................................................................................7
1.4.3 Remote Control Panel.............................................................................................................8
1.4.4 10”Touch Screen Video Monitor.............................................................................................8
1.4.5 18”Touch Screen Video Monitor.............................................................................................8
1.4.6 Keyboard.................................................................................................................................9
1.4.7 Tablet......................................................................................................................................9
1.5 INSTALLATION............................................................................................................................9
1.6 SAFETY, COMPLIANCE AND OPERATING CONDITIONS........................................................9
1.6.1Safety......................................................................................................................................9
1.6.2 EMC Standards.....................................................................................................................10
1.6.3 EMC Warning........................................................................................................................11
1.6.4 CE Marking...........................................................................................................................11
1.6.5 Power Supply........................................................................................................................12
Specifications.......................................................................................................................................................12
Environmental Conditions.....................................................................................................................................12
1.7 VENTILATION& RACK MOUNTING.........................................................................................13
1.8 XT3 SERVER MAIN SPECIFICATIONS....................................................................................13
1.8.1 Electric Specifications...........................................................................................................13
1.8.2 Video Specifications..............................................................................................................14
1.8.3 Audio Specifications..............................................................................................................14
Audio Analog and Digital Configurations...............................................................................................................14
Audio Processing .................................................................................................................................................15
1.8.4 Video Codecs & Bitrates.......................................................................................................15
Supported Codecs................................................................................................................................................15
Target Bitrate Range and Default Values .............................................................................................................15
Content Transfer Encoding and File Header.........................................................................................................16
1.8.5 Recording Capacity for XT3 Servers.....................................................................................17
Disk Storage.........................................................................................................................................................17
Figures in Recording Capacity Tables..................................................................................................................17
Recording Capacity in Hours for 5 Disks (4+1) RAID Configuration – 50Hz..........................................................18
Recording Capacity in Hours for 6 Disk (5+1) RAID Configuration – 50Hz............................................................19
Recording Capacity in Hours for 5 Disk (4+1) RAID Configuration – 59.94Hz.......................................................20
Recording Capacity in Hours for 6 Disk (5+1) RAID Configuration – 59.94Hz.......................................................21
1.8.6 Supported SMPTE Standards...............................................................................................22
1.8.7 Maximum Bitrate values........................................................................................................22
1.8.8 AVID DNxHD ® and APPLEProRes 422..............................................................................23
Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................23
Video Bitrate Compatibility with Avid and Apple Products.....................................................................................23
Choices of Bitrates when Using Avid DNxHD® or Apple ProRes 422 with EVS XT3 Servers ...............................24
Important Recommendations................................................................................................................................28
1.8.9 Raid level: 3..........................................................................................................................28
1.8.10 Interpolation..........................................................................................................................28
2-line Interpolator .................................................................................................................................................29

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4-line Interpolator .................................................................................................................................................29
2. CABLING.............................................................................................................. 30
2.1 XT3 REAR PANEL.....................................................................................................................30
2.1.1 Overview on Rear Panel Configurations...............................................................................30
2.1.2 Rear Panel Description.........................................................................................................30
2.1.3 Configurations on XT3..........................................................................................................33
Available Audio Connectivity ................................................................................................................................33
XT3 6U with 6-Channel Configuration...................................................................................................................34
XT3 4U with 4-Channel Configuration...................................................................................................................35
2.2 GPI IN CONNECTIONS.............................................................................................................36
2.2.1 Relay Opto Inputs on the XT3 Server (GPI Inputs1, 2, 3, 4)...........................................36
2.2.2 Relay TTL Inputs on theXT3 Server (GPI Inputs 5, 6, 7,8) ............................................36
2.2.3 TTL TTL Inputs on the XT3 Server(GPI Input 5, 6, 7, 8).................................................37
2.3 GPI OUT SETTINGS..................................................................................................................37
2.4 MTPC GPIO CONNECTOR 15/10/02........................................................................................38
2.4.1 GPIO Connector: SUB-D 25-pins Male.................................................................................38
2.4.2 GPIO Hardware Specification...............................................................................................38
2.5 RS422 CONNECTOR................................................................................................................39
2.6 AUDIO CONFIGURATIONS ......................................................................................................40
2.6.1 CODA FOR XT3....................................................................................................................40
2.6.2 PIN ASSIGNMENT ON SUB-DB15 CONNECTORS............................................................40
2.7 CONNECTING MULTIPLE EVS VIDEO SERVERS ON XNET..................................................41
2.7.1 Connection Diagram without EVS XHub SDTI HUB.............................................................42
2.7.2 Connection Diagram with EVS XHub SDTI HUB..................................................................43
2.7.3 Required Conditions to Setup and Run XNet.......................................................................44
2.7.4Starting XNet.........................................................................................................................45
2.7.5 XNet Performances & Troubleshooting.................................................................................45
2.8 GIGABIT NETWORK.................................................................................................................47
2.8.1 Functional Overview..............................................................................................................47
2.8.2 Backup of Clips.....................................................................................................................48
2.8.3 Restore of Clips.....................................................................................................................49
2.8.4 Important Rules.....................................................................................................................50
2.8.5 Switches................................................................................................................................50
Supported Switches .............................................................................................................................................50
Comparison..........................................................................................................................................................51
Additional Information...........................................................................................................................................51
2.9 REDUNDANT IPDP SERIAL LINK.............................................................................................52
3. HARDWARE DESCRIPTION................................................................................ 53
3.1 BOARDS AND SLOT CONFIGURATIONS................................................................................53
3.1.1 Slot Configuration..................................................................................................................53
3.2 VIDEO AND REFERENCE BOARDS........................................................................................54
3.2.1 V3X Board “Dual Power”.......................................................................................................54
Description...........................................................................................................................................................54
Block Diagram......................................................................................................................................................55
Jumpers on the COHX Base of a V3X Board........................................................................................................55
LEDs on the COHX Base of a V3X Board with Genlock .......................................................................................56
LEDs on the V3X COD A and COD B Modules (From Left to Right).....................................................................56
General Connectivity on the V3X COD A and COD B Modules.............................................................................57
Connectivity on the V3X COD A and COD B Modules for 3D and 1080p Dual Link ..............................................61
Connectivity on the V3X Boards COD A and COD B Modules for 3D and 1080p in Single-Link 3G-SDI...............63
3.2.2 Channel Assignment.............................................................................................................65
3.3 AUDIO CODEC BOARD............................................................................................................67
LED Information and Connector ...........................................................................................................................67
3.4 RAID CONTROLLER BOARDS.................................................................................................68

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3.4.1 H3X Board ............................................................................................................................68
LEDs....................................................................................................................................................................69
Connectors...........................................................................................................................................................69
Gigabit Connectors...............................................................................................................................................69
3.4.2 RCTL Board on SAS Disk Array (with H3X)..........................................................................70
LEDs on Internal Array.........................................................................................................................................71
3.4.3 External RAID Array SAS-HDX for XT3 Servers...................................................................72
LEDS on External Array .......................................................................................................................................72
Sound Alert on External Array..............................................................................................................................72
Disk Insertion and Removal..................................................................................................................................73
3.5 MTPC BOARD...........................................................................................................................74
3.5.1 Introduction...........................................................................................................................74
3.5.2 A2/A4 Board..........................................................................................................................75
Multiviewer...........................................................................................................................................................75
LED Information...................................................................................................................................................76
Board Configuration .............................................................................................................................................76

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1. Overview
Welcome in the EVS range of products and thank you for using an EVS XT3
server. We will do our best to satisfy your video production needs and we look
forward to continuing working with you.
The EVS XT3 servers are full digital in PAL (625i), NTSC (525i), 720p, 1080p or
1080i standards. These multi-channel, disk-based video servers are ideal for a
wide range of broadcast applications, from sports and live production to playout
and transmission.
XT3 servers are available in 6U or 4U chassis. They offer flexible configurations
with up to 8 channels in SD/HD (6 in V10.05) or up to 6 channels in 3D/1080p (4 in
V10.05). They support natively a wide range of codecs.
XT3 servers work with SAS disks: they are equipped with internal SAS disk array
and/or can be connected to a SAS-HDX external SAS disk array.
1.1 XT3 HIGH-RESOLUTION SERVER
The XT3 server is typically used as a high-resolution server with various third
party controllers, applications and automation systems using industry-standard
protocols such as Sony BVW75, VDCP, Odetics, DD35, or EVS’ AVSP, EditRec,
LinX API. XT3 series servers can also be controlled by EVS applications:
Live Slow Motion (LSM) for sports production, including replays, highlights
editing, and analysis tools like Split Screen to compare 2 synchronized actions
side by side, Target Tracking and Painting to highlight a particular detail or
provide tactical explanations.
IPDirector: a suite of Windows software applications designed to manage
networked EVS video servers. Its applications make it possible to control multiple
channels within the XNet2 network, as well as to log an event, to create and
manage clips and play-lists with advanced functions, among others to extract clips
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1.2 XT3 PROXY SERVER
A low-resolution option can be set up to use the XT3 server as a proxy server
only. The Proxy servers can be run on large production events as the counterparts
of the high-resolution servers. In this case, they need to be included in an XNet2
network distinct from the high-resolution XNet2 network.
The XT3 proxy servers are used for browsing purposes and can be controlled by
IPDirector or EVS’ own API (AVSP) protocols.
1.3 UNPACKING
Upon receipt of the equipment examine packing for obvious signs of damage. If
damaged, do not unpack and inform the carrier immediately. Check thanks to the
included packing list if all the items are present and if they show any mechanical
damage. If yes, report damage or the missing parts to EVS or their appropriate
representative.
1.4 DIMENSIONS
1.4.1 VIDEO DISK RECORDER MAIN FRAME 19 INCHES
RACK MOUNT 6U
Weight
Disk Configuration Weight
6U chassis with 6 HDD on RCTL board
(fix mounted) 35 kg / 77.2 lb
6U chassis with 12 HDD on RCTL board
(fix mounted) 37 kg / 81.6 lb
6U chassis with 6 HDD on hot swap rack 37 kg / 81.6 lb
6U chassis with 12 HDD on hot swap rack 39 kg / 86.0 lb

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Dimensions
The following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the XT3 server
with a 6U chassis.
Figure 1: Front view
Figure 2: Left view
Figure 3: Right view

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Figure 4: Top view

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RACK MOUNT 4U
Weight
4U chassis with 6 HDD on RCTL board 31 kg / 68.3 lb
Dimensions
The following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the XT3 server
with a 4U chassis.
Figure 5: Front view
Figure 6: Left view
Figure 7: Right view

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Figure 8: Top view

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1.4.2 SAS-HDX
The following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the SAS-HDX
external array.
For more information on the SAS-HDX, refer to section 3.4.3 “External RAID Array
SAS-HDX for XT3 Servers”, on page 72.

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1.4.3 REMOTE CONTROL PANEL
Weight: 2.9 Kg / 6.3 Lbs.
1.4.4 10” TOUCH SCREEN VIDEO MONITOR
Weight: 3.6 Kg / 7.8 Lbs.
1.4.5 18” TOUCH SCREEN VIDEO MONITOR
Weight: 11.0 Kg / 23.9 Lbs.

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1.4.6 KEYBOARD
Weight: 0.4 Kg / 0.9 Lbs.
1.4.7 TABLET
Weight: 0.3 Kg / 6.6 Lbs. Ref: Wacom® CTF-430 Bamboo One
1.5 INSTALLATION
The main power switch is located at the front side (lower right corner) of the unit.
Before turning on the power, open the front door of Video disk recorder unit to
check if all boards fit into their guides. If a board is out of its guides, remove
carefully the board and replace it in the same slot.
1.6 SAFETY, COMPLIANCE AND OPERATING
CONDITIONS
1.6.1 SAFETY
This equipment has been designed and tested to meet the requirements of the
following:
EN 60950 European Safety of information technology equipment including
business equipment.
IEC 950 Interna-
tional Safety of information technology equipment including business equipment.
In addition, this equipment has been designed to meet the following:
UL 1950 - USA USA Safety of information technology equipment including
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1.6.2 EMC STANDARDS
EN 55022 European Emission Standard
EN 61000-3-2 European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part 3 (Limits);
Section2 ; limits for harmonic current emissions
(equipment input current <16A per phase)
EN 61000-3-3 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part
3 (Limits), Section 3; limitation of voltage fluctuation
and flicker in low-voltage supply systems for
equipment with rated current of 16 A.
EN 61000-4-3 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part
4 (Limits), Section 3; Testing and measurement
techniques - Radiated, radio-Frequency,
electromagnetic field immunity test.
EN 61000-4-4 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part
4 (Limits), Section 4; Testing and measurement
techniques - Electrical fast transient/burst immunity
test.
EN 61000-4-5 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part
4 (Limits), Section 5; Testing and measurement
techniques - Surge immunity test.
EN 61000-4-6 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part
4 (Limits); Section 6 ; Testing and measurement
techniques - Immunity to conducted disturbances,
induced by radio-frequency fields.
EN 61000-4-7 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part
4 (Limits), Section 7; harmonics and interharmonics
measurements and instrumentation, for power supply
systems and equipment connected thereto.
EN 61000-4-11 European European Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Part
4 (Limits); Section 11 ; Voltage dips, short
interruptions and voltage variations immunity tests.
EN 50082-1 European European Generic Immunity Standard – Part 1:
Domestic, commercial and light industry
environment.
FCC USA Conducted and radiated emission limits for a Class A
digital device, pursuant to the Code of Federal
Regulations (CFR) Title 47 –
Telecommunications, Part 15: Radio Frequency
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1.6.3 EMC WARNING
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. This
equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may
cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to
try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which
the receiver is connected
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
1.6.4 CE MARKING
The CE marking is affixed to indicate compliance with the following directives:
•89/336//EEC of 3 May 1989 on the approximation of the laws of the Members
States to electromagnetic compatibility.
•73/23/EEC of 19 February 1973 on the harmonization of the laws of the
Members States relating to electrical equipment designed for use within
certain voltage limits.
•1999/5/EC of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunications
terminal equipment and the mutual recognition of their conformity.

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1.6.5 POWER SUPPLY
The XT3 server is fitted with two auto switching and hot-swappable power
supplies.
The secondary hot-swappable power supply should be connected to mains to allow
automatic power switching to the second power supply should the first one fail.
Important
The protective earth must be connected to the ground before powering
up the unit.
Ensure the disk recorder unit is properly grounded at all times to avoid
electrical shock hazard.
SPECIFICATIONS
Connection to supply: Pluggable equipment Type A (EN60950 §1.2.5): Equipment
which is intended for connection to the building power supply wiring via a non-
industrial plug and socket-outlet or a non-industrial appliance coupler or both.
Correct mains polarity must always be observed. Do not use reversible power
plugs with this equipment.
Class of equipment: Class 1 equipment (EN60950 § 1.2.5): electric shock
protection by basic insulation and protective earth.
Electric Supply
Rated voltage: 115 to 240 Vac (single phase)
Rated frequency: 47-63 Hz
Related Current: 8 A (100 to 120 Vac range) 4 A (220 to 240 Vac range)
Input connector: CEE22/IEC 320 3-pin male receptacle
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Temperature: 10°C to + 50°C (50°F to 122°F) ambient with free air flow
Relative humidity: 0% to 90% (non-condensing)
Cooling requirements: Forced air cooling air flow from front to back
Handling/movement: Designed for fixed use when in operation
Storage and transportation temperature: 0°C to +70°C (32°F to 158°F)
Storage and transportation relative humidity: 0% to 90% (non-condensing)