EVS XT nano Use and care manual

HARDWARE TECHNICAL
REFERENCE MANUAL
Version 12.02 - December 2013

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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS III
WHAT'S NEW? V
1. OVERVIEW 1
1.1. Presentation 1
2. SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE 2
2.1. Safety 2
2.2. EMC Standards 2
2.3. EMC Warning 3
2.4. FCCMarking 4
2.5. CE Marking 4
3. HARDWARE SPECIFICATIONS 5
3.1. Mechanical Dimensions and Weights 5
3.1.1. Rack Mount 4U Main Frame 5
3.1.2. Control Devices 7
3.2. Power Supply 8
3.3. Environmental Conditions 9
4. SOFTWARE SPECIFICATIONS 10
4.1. Video Specifications 10
4.2. Audio Specifications 11
4.3. Video Codecs and Bitrates 12
4.3.1. Supported Codecs 12
4.3.2. Maximum Bitrates 14
4.3.3. Internal Bandwidth 15
4.3.4. Recording Capacities 18
4.4. Gigabit Ethernet Transfers 19
4.5. Video Interpolation 23
5. HARDWARE INSTALLATION AND CABLING 25
5.1. Rack Installation 25
5.2. Rear Panel Description 26
5.2.1. Rear Panel Configurations 26
5.2.2. 4U Rear Panel Layout 26
5.3. Video Connections 30
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5.4. Audio Connections 30
5.4.1. Audio Channels 30
5.4.2. Digital Audio DA-15 Pinout 31
5.4.3. Analog Audio DA-15 Pinout 32
5.4.4. Monitoring Audio DA-15 Pinout 33
5.5. RS422 Connections 34
5.5.1. RS422 Connector Pinout 34
5.6. Gigabit Network 35
5.6.1. Functional Overview 35
5.6.2. Important Rules 36
5.6.3. Switches 36
5.7. GPIOConnections 38
5.7.1. GP In Connections 38
5.7.2. GP Out Connections 40
6. BOARDS DESCRIPTION 42
6.1. Boards and Slots Configuration 42
6.2. V3X Video and Reference Boards 43
6.2.1. Description 43
6.2.2. CODConnectivity in SD and HD 46
6.2.3. CODConnectivity in 3D Dual Link 49
6.2.4. Channel Assignment 51
6.3. Audio Codec Board 52
6.4. H3X Board 53
6.5. RAID Controller Boards 55
6.5.1. RCTL Board on SAS Disk Array 55
6.6. MTPC Board 56
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What's New?
In the Technical Reference manual, the icon has been added on the left margin to
highlight information on new and updated features.
The XTnano server Technical Reference manual has not been subject to changed related
to new features for release 12.02.
The following changes are not related to new features:
Electric consumption data for power supplies
• See section "Power Supply" on page 8
Modified requirements
• See section "Environmental Conditions" on page 9
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1. Overview
1.1. Presentation
Welcome to the EVS range of products and thank you for using an EVS XTnano server.
We will do our best to satisfy your video production needs and we look forward to
continuing working with you.
The EVS XTnano servers are full digital in PAL (625i), NTSC (525i), 720p, and 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.
The XTnano servers are 6 or 4-channel HD/SD slow motion replay servers from EVS.
Optimized for multiple applications, such as ingestion of audio/video files, live feed
recording, live slow motion and super motion, clipping and playlist playout control, XTnano
servers offer a flexible configuration.
They natively support a wide range of HD Intra codecs, such as Mjpeg, Avid DNxHD®,
VC-3, Apple ProRes®, MPEG-2 intra, Panasonic DVCPRO HD, AVC-Intra Class 100, as
well as SD Intra codecs. The XTnano server can be purchased with a single codec
license.
With its GbE networking capabilities, A/V files can be played and simultaneously
transferred to other EVS servers, as well as all standard NLE and archive systems.
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2. Safety and Compliance
2.1. 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 (International): 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 business
equipment.
2.2. EMC Standards
This equipment complies with following EMC standards:
Standard Area Title
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.
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Standard Area Title
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 devices,
subpart B-Unintentional Radiators.
2.3. 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 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.
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2.4. FCCMarking
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.
The following labels are affixed on the equipment:
2.5. 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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3. Hardware Specifications
3.1. Mechanical Dimensions and Weights
3.1.1. Rack Mount 4U Main Frame
Weight
4U - 19 inches chassis 30kg / 66.15lb
Dimensions
The following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the XTnano server with
a 4U chassis.
Front View
Left View
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Right View
Back View
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3.1.2. Control Devices
The following control devices can optionally be connected to your server to control it.
Nano Remote Control Panel
Weight: 3.4 kg / 7.5 lb.
Keyboard
Weight: 0.4 kg / 0.9 lb.
Tablet
Weight: 0.3 kg / 0.66 lb. (Ref: Wacom® CTF-430 Bamboo One)
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3.2. Power Supply
Redundant Power Supply
The server is fitted with two auto switching and hot-swappable power supplies.
The secondary hot-swappable power supply should be connected to the mains to allow
automatic power switching to this second power supply should the first one fail.
Grounding
Warning
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.
Electrical Specifications
Rated voltage: 115 to 240 VAC (single phase)
Rated frequency: 47-63 Hz
Input connector: CEE 22/IEC 320 3-pin male receptacle
Connection to supply: Pluggable equipment Type A (EN60950 §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 (EN60950 § 1.2.5): electric shock protection by
basic insulation and protective earth.
Electrical Consumption
The following electrical specifications are valid for the XTnano server:
Data Type Voltage Value
Inrush current (PSU plugged on power grid) 230 V 3.0 A
Maximal current (full load, CPU at 100% ) 230 V 1.3 A
Inrush current (PSU plugged on power grid) 115 V 6.3 A
Maximal current (full load, CPU at 100% ) 115 V 2.8 A
Maximal power consumption (full load, CPU at 100%) - 300 W
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3.3. Environmental Conditions
Operating
• Temperature: 10°C to + 45°C (50°F to 113°F) ambient with free air flow
• Relative humidity: 0% to 90% (non-condensing)
• Cooling requirements: Forced air cooling air flow from right to left when looking the
back panel of the EVS server.
• Handling/movement: Designed for fixed use when in operation
Storage and Transport
• Temperature: 0°C to +70°C (32°F to 158°F)
• Relative humidity: 0% to 90% (non-condensing)
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4. Software Specifications
4.1. Video Specifications
Video Standards
The following table lists the video specifications both in SD and in HD format for your
XTnano server.
Standard Definition High Definition
Video Formats 525i 59.94fps (NTSC)
625i 50fps (PAL)
720p 50/59.94fps
1080i 50/59.94fps
Digital Interface 10-bit 4:2:2 Serial
(ST 259:2008).
Full frame synchronizer at
input.
10-bit 4:2:2 Serial (ST 292-
1:2011).
Full frame synchronizer at
input.
Number of Channels 4 or 6 channels,
reversible REC/PLAY
4 or 6 channels,
reversible REC/PLAY
Monitoring & Down-
converters
1 SD SDI per channel, with
OSD
1 HD SDI output per channel,
with OSD
Reference Analog Black Burst Analog Black Burst and HD
Tri-Level Sync
Graphics Board n.a. n.a.
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SMPTE Standards
The following table lists the SMPTE standards supported by your server.
Configuration SMPTE standard
SD SDI ST 259:2008 (525i 59.94Hz; 625i 50Hz)
HD SDI ST 292-1:2011, ST 292:2012
(720p 50 and 59.94Hz; 1080i 50 and 59.94Hz)
Embedded audio HD ST 299-0:2010, ST 299-1:2009
AES/EBU audio ST 272:2004
LTC ST 12-1:2008, ST12-2:2008
D-VITC ST 266:2012
Ancillary TC in HD RP 188
Vertical Ancillary Data ST 334:2000
VC-3 ST 2019-1:2008
Dual Link 1.5 Gb/s ST 372:2011
Mapping of Audio Metadata into
Vertical Ancillary data
ST 2020-2:2008, ST 2020-3:2008
4.2. Audio Specifications
Audio Analog and Digital Configurations
The following optional audio configurations are available:
•Configuration BNC AES/EBU + DA-15 Analog:
◦ 16 input and 16 output (8 pairs + 8 pairs) AES/EBU or DolbyE unbalanced on 16
BNC connectors
◦ 8 input and 8 output analog balanced channels on 4 DA-15 connectors
•Configuration DA-15 AES/EBU + DA-15 Analog:
◦ 16 input and 16 output (8 pairs + 8 pairs) AES/EBU or DolbyE on 4 DA-15
connectors
◦ 8 input and 8 output analog balanced channels on 4 DA-15 connectors
Additional Audio Specifications
• 4 additional analog balanced output channels for monitoring
• All audio connectors on mainframe
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• Up to 64 embedded audio channels (4*16 audio mono channels per video channel)
• Up to 48 embedded audio channels (6*8 audi mono channels per video channel) in
XREC configurations
Audio Processing
• Uncompressed audio
• 24 bit processing and storage
• Sample rate converter from 25-55 kHz to 48kHz
• Audio scrub
• Audio mix
4.3. Video Codecs and Bitrates
4.3.1. Supported Codecs
Codecs and Related License Codes
The XTnano server supports natively the video codecs presented in the table below when
the required license code is valid.
The XTnano server can be purchased with a single codec license.
Codec SD HD Code Protection
IMX √ - Code 11
Mjpeg SD √ - Code 10
DVCPro 50 √ - Code 9
Mjpeg Standard HD
Mjpeg EVS HD
- √ Code 10
Mpeg-2 Intra - √ Code 12
Avid DNxHD® - √ Code 5
Apple ProRes 422 - √ Code 6
DVCPro HD - √ Code 8
AVC-Intra - √ Code 13
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