FOR-A MBP-100MP64G User manual

MBP-100MP Series
Multi Format Player
S
MBP-100MP64G
MBP-100MP128G
2nd Edition
OPERATION
MANUAL

©2012 FOR-A Company Limited. All rights reserved.
Contents of this manual may not be copied or reproduced without permission.
Edition Revision History
Edit. Rev. Date Description Section/Page
2 - 2012/02/03
※MediaConcierge is a trademark of FOR-A Company Limited.
※ XDCAM is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
※ AVC-Intra and DVCPRO are trademarks of Panasonic Corporation.
※ AVCHD is a trademark or registered trademark of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation.
※ GF is a trademark of Toshiba Corporation
※ QuickTime and the QuickTime logo are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
※ HDV is a trademark or registered trademark of Sony Corporation and Victor Company of Japan Limited (JVC)
.
* All other trademarks are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Precautions
Important Safety Warnings
[Power]
Operate unit only on the specified supply voltage.
Disconnect power cord by connector only. Do not pull on cable portion.
Do not place or drop heavy or sharp-edged objects on power cord. A damaged cord
can cause fire or electrical shock hazards. Regularly check power cord for
excessive wear or damage to avoid possible fire / electrical hazards.
[Grounding]
Ensure unit is properly grounded at all times to prevent electrical shock hazard.
Do not ground the unit to gas lines, units, or fixtures of an explosive or dangerous
nature.
Ensure power cord is firmly plugged into AC outlet.
[Operation]
Do not operate unit in hazardous or potentially explosive atmospheres. Doing so
could result in fire, explosion, or other dangerous results.
Do not allow liquids, metal pieces, or other foreign materials to enter the unit. Doing
so could result in fire, other hazards, or unit malfunction.
If foreign material does enter the unit, turn power off and disconnect power cord
immediately. Remove material and contact authorized service representative if
damage has occurred.
[Transportation]
Handle with care to avoid shocks in transit. Shocks may cause malfunction. When
you need to transport the unit, use the original packing materials or alternate
adequate packing.
Stop
Caution
Hazard
Hazard
Caution
Hazard
Caution
Caution

[Circuitry Access]
Do not remove covers, panels, casing, or access circuitry with power applied to the
unit! Turn power off and disconnect power cord prior to removal. Internal servicing /
adjustment of unit should only be performed by qualified personnel.
Do not touch any parts / circuitry with a high heat factor.
Capacitors can retain enough electric charge to cause mild to serious shock, even
after power is disconnected. Capacitors associated with the power supply are
especially hazardous. Avoid contact with any capacitors.
Unit should not be operated or stored with cover, panels, and / or casing removed.
Operating unit with circuitry exposed could result in electric shock / fire hazards or
unit malfunction.
[Potential Hazards]
If abnormal smells or noises are noticed coming from the unit, turn power off
immediately and disconnect power cord to avoid potentially hazardous conditions. If
problems similar to above occur, contact authorized service representative before
attempting to again operate unit.
[Rack Mount Brackets, Ground Terminal, and Rubber Feet]
To rack mount or ground the unit, or to install rubber feet, do not use screws or
materials other than those supplied. Otherwise, it may cause damage to the internal
circuits or components of the unit. If you remove the rubber feet attached on the unit,
do not reinsert the screws securing the rubber feet.
[Consumables]
The consumables used in unit must be replaced periodically. For further details on
which parts are consumables and when they should be replaced, refer to the
specifications at the end of the Operation Manual. Since the service life of the
consumables varies greatly depending on the environment in which they are used,
they should be replaced at an early date. For details on replacing the consumables,
contact your dealer.
Caution
Hazard
Stop
Caution
Caution

Upon Receipt
Unpacking
MBP-100MP units and their accessories are fully inspected and adjusted prior to shipment.
Operation can be performed immediately upon completing all required connections and
operational settings.
Check your received items against the packing lists below.
ITEM QTY REMARKS
MBP-100MP64G
MBP-100MP128G 1
AC Cord 1 set
Rack Mount Brackets 1 set For EIA standard rack mounting
Rubber Feet 1 set
Operation Manual 2 MBP-100MP operation manual (this manual)
MCS-MBPPON operation manual
IMPORTANT
Wait at least 10 seconds before turning the MBP-100MP back on after powering off.
Check
Check to ensure no damage has occurred during shipment. If damage has occurred, or items
are missing, inform your supplier immediately.
In order to verify that you have received a correct product, please check the model number
printed on the label attached on the rear panel at the lower right corner of the product as shown
below.
AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN
VGA LAN1LAN2 USB3USB4
1234
SER.NO.
GENLOCKIN
REMOTE
RS-232C
GPI/ALARM
OUTPUT
Model numbe
r

Table of Contents
1. Prior to Starting ........................................................................................................................ 1
1-1. Welcome ........................................................................................................................... 1
1-2. Features ............................................................................................................................ 1
1-3. Notes on Using The MBP-100MP ..................................................................................... 1
2. Panel Descriptions ................................................................................................................... 2
2-1. Front Panel........................................................................................................................ 2
2-2. Rear Panel ........................................................................................................................ 3
2-3. Serial Interfaces ................................................................................................................ 4
2-3-1. REMOTE.................................................................................................................... 4
2-3-2. RS-232C .................................................................................................................... 4
2-4. Parallel Interface ............................................................................................................... 5
3. Connection ............................................................................................................................... 7
3-1. Genlock Settings ............................................................................................................... 8
4. How to Change Network Settings........................................................................................... 10
4-1. Connecting Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse .................................................................... 10
4-2. Disabling Write-Protection ............................................................................................... 10
4-3. Changing the Computer Name........................................................................................ 12
4-4. Changing the IP Address................................................................................................. 14
4-5. Enabling Write-Protection................................................................................................ 15
5. Specifications and Dimensions............................................................................................... 16
5-1. Unit Specifications........................................................................................................... 16
5-2. External Dimensions ....................................................................................................... 17
Appendix. How to Reset BIOS ................................................................................................... 18
1. Opening the BIOS Setup Menu .......................................................................................... 18
2. Setting Procedure............................................................................................................... 19

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1. Prior to Starting
1-1. Welcome
Congratulations! By purchasing MBP-100MP Multi Format Player you have entered the world of
FOR-A and its many innovative products. Thank you for your patronage and we hope you will
turn to FOR-A products again and again to satisfy your video and audio needs.
FOR-A provides a wide range of products, from basic support units to complex system
controllers, which have been increasingly joined by products for computer video based systems.
Whatever your needs, talk to your FOR-A representative. We will do our best to be of continuing
service to you.
1-2. Features
The MBP-100MP is a 1RU size multi-format player with an SSD drive, offering HD-SDI output of
miscellaneous files. It uses plug-ins to support various file formats, including MXF files like
XDCAM, P2 and GF, and video files like HDV and AVCHD.
It can be very useful and reliable for recording materials for video servers, CM or Program
banks.
Transfers complete video packages created by VTR or NLE systems.
Material registration via network
Various media files stored on the MBP-100MP system can be output via baseband signals.
Supported file formats are provided in plug-in form and more will be added as needed.
Up to 8 ch embedded audio output
Uses SSD for recorded media, resistant to vibration, yielding stable video.
Material check on a connected touch panel.
Play, Stop, Pause, FF, REW, CueUp and One-frame Forward / Back (depending on format)
Proc Amp and gain control function for video and audio output (Video Level, Chroma Level,
Black Level, Chroma Phase and Audio Level)
1-3. Notes on Using The MBP-100MP
Please note the following:
EWF (Enhanced Write Filter) must not be disabled when using the MBP-100MP.
Powering the MBP-100MP on or off while EWF is disabled may corrupt or damage files.
The C drive of the MBP-100MP is write-protected.
Do not create folders or data in the C drive.
Writing in the C drive may cause Windows to hang up.
The MBP-100MP has the Windows Operation System (Microsoft Windows XP Embedded)
installed and customized.
Do not install applications that are not required.

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2. Panel Descriptions
2-1. Front Panel
No. Name Description
1 Status
Indicators
POWER Lit green Power is supplied to the unit.
Unlit Power is not supplied to the unit.
ACT Not used
FAN
Unlit All cooling fans are operating properly.
Lit red One or more fans have failed. Power off the
unit and replace the failed fan, if necessary.
2 Power
switch
Switch used to turn the unit ON / OFF.
Power indicator will light up green when the power switch is turned
ON. It takes about 5 seconds for the indicator to light. Wait at least 10
seconds to turn ON again after the power switch is turned OFF.
3 USB1
USB2 Used to connect USB devices (USB2.0)
4 RESET
If the POWER indicator does not light up green in 5 seconds after the
power switch is turned on, press the RESET switch (Not for normal
use.).
IMPORTANT
If the FAN indicator lights up red, there is a fan failure. Turn off the MBP-100MP and
contact your retailer.
OFF
ON
POWER
RESET
POW ER ACT FAN
USB 1 USB 2
MULTIF ORMAT P LAYER
MBP-100MP
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2-2. Rear Panel
No. Name Description
1 GENLOCK
For external reference signal input (Black Burst signal or Tri-level
sync signal). Either one of two connectors can be used to input the
reference signal. If one connector is used to input a reference
signal, the other is used as a loop through output to pass through
the signal. If the loop through output is not used, terminate the
connector with 75 ohm terminator.
2 OUTPUT 1 For serial digital component video output (HD/SD SDI, BNC)
All outputs from OUTPUT1 to 4 provide the same video signal.
3 OUTPUT 2
4 OUTPUT 3
5 OUTPUT 4
6 VGA For output to a VGA monitor. (15-pin mini D-sub)
7 LAN1
LAN2
For connection to a computer Ethernet port.
(100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, RJ-45) (1000BASE-T
recommended)
8 USB3
USB4 For connection to USB devices (USB2.0)
9 GPI /
ALARM
For power / fan alarm output and the GPI input/output. (15-pin
D-sub, female)
10 RS-232C For RS232C serial control. (9-pin D-sub ,male)
11 REMOTE For RS-422 serial control ( (9-pin D-sub ,female)
12 AC IN For connection to an AC power source via the supplied accessory
cord. (100-240 V AC 50/60 Hz)
13 Ground
Terminal
For grounding the unit to protect operators against static electricity
and / or electrical shock.
14 Cooling Fan
For cooling the unit to prevent overheating. Do not block the vent
with other equipment or objects.
15 Audio out Audio connector for monitoring audio while previewing video.
Compliant to Intel High Definition Audio, 2ch (Realtek ALC262)
AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN
VGA LAN1LAN2 USB3USB4
1234
SER.NO.
GENLOCKIN
REMOTE
RS-232C
GPI/ALARM
OUTPUT
1
9 10 11 2453
12 13 14 6 7 8
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2-3. Serial Interface
2-3-1. REMOTE
Connector Pin Assignment
Pin No. Signal I/O Description
1 FG - Frame ground
2 TX- Out Transmit data (-)
3 RX+ In Receive data (+)
4 SG Signal ground
5 NC No connection
6 SG Signal ground
7 TX+ Out Transmit data (+)
8 RX- In Receive data (-)
9 FG Frame ground
2-3-2. RS-232C
Connector Pin Assignment
Pin No. Signal I/O Description
1 DCD In Data carrier detect
2 RXD In Received data
3 TXD Out Transmitted data
4 DTR Out Data terminal ready
5 GND －Signal ground
6 DSR In Data set ready
7 RTS Out Request to send
8 CTS In Clear to send
9 RI In Ring indicator
9-pin D-sub, female
inch type screws
9-pin D-sub, male
inch type screws

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2-4. Parallel Interface
Connector Pin Assignment
Pin No. Signal I/O Description
1 GND －Signal ground
2 POW ALARM Out Power alarm output (*1)
3 FAN ALARM Out Fan alarm output (*1)
4 NC －Not used
5 GPI IN3 In GPI input (*2)
6 GPI IN2 In GPI input (*2)
7 GPI IN1 In GPI input (*2)
8 +5VOUT Out +5 V DC output
9 COMMON －Power alarm output, common (*1)
10 NC －Not used
11 NC －Not used
12 GPI OUT3 Out GPI output (*3)
13 GPI OUT2 Out GPI output (*3)
14 GPI OUT1 Out GPI output (*3)
15 GND －Signal ground
－－－－
* The maximum current rating for +5 V output is 200 mA.
(*1) See "Alarm Output Circuit" below.
(*2) See "GPI IN Circuit" in the next page.
(*3) See "GPI OUT Circuit" in the next page.
Alarm Output Circuit
A normally open relay circuit that behaves as below.
Under normal operation: An alarm pin and the common pin are open.
In a malfunction or power-off state: An alarm pin and the common pin are closed.
Pin 9 is a common pin for both the power alarm and fan alarm.
The contact rating is 0.5 A @ 30 V DC.
15-pin D-sub, female
Inch type screws

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GPI IN Circuit
GPI input behaves as below.
The circuit between the GPI IN pin and Ground pin are closed: The function is ON.
The circuit between the GPI IN pin and Ground pin are open: The function is OFF.
GPI OUT Circuit
Open collector output
When using an external power source, its voltage should be 12 V or less.
The output current of each GPI OUT pin should be less than 20 mA.
MBP-100SX側
GPI IN1～3
GND
MBP-100MP
MBP-100SX側
GPI OUT1～3
GND
Max：12V
MBP-100MP
MBP-100MP
Relay contact
Closed when a
malfunction
occurs or power
is off.
Relay contact
POW ALARM
FAN ALARM
COMMON
A
larm output
Max:30V

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3. Connection
Connect peripheral devices as depicted as follows.
IMPORTANT
Serial control via REMOTE can only be used for one-way, VTR control or controlled.
MXF files stored on the built-in SSD are converted to HD/SD-SDI signals and output from the
MBP-100MP. The MBP-100MP can also be controlled via VGA from a PC on which the control
software is installed.
Unwrapping Decoding Baseband signals
（HD/SD-SDI）
MBP-100MP
MXF
file
MBP-100MP
SSD
MXF
file
OUTPUT 1/2/3/4
VG
A
GUI operation
Baseband
signals
VGA cable
REMOTE RS-422 cable
HD/SD SDI
signals
VTR controller etc.

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3-1. Genlock Settings
The vertical and horizontal system phases applied to the output video can be adjusted with the
genlock signal on the MC Server Tool.
IMPORTANT
To use the MC Server Tool, connect a VGA monitor, a mouse and a keyboard. Note
that all applications should be closed before starting the MC Server Tool.
1. Double-click the MCServer icon on the desk top to start the application.
2. Select VIDEO CONFIG… from the Mode menu.
3. Select a suitable TV Format and Genlock Format for use.
TV Format Select a suitable TV format.
Genlock Format Black Burst >> Select B.B.
Tri-level Sync >> Select TRI.

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4. Adjust genlock phase.
Adjust the genlock phases by using sliders or entering numeric values.
H Phase
Adjust the horizontal phase by using the slider or entering the numeric value.
TV Format Setting Range Step value Default
1080/59.94i -1100 to +1099
（-14.83μs to +14.81μs）
1
(13.48ns) 0
1080/50i -1320 to +1319
(-17.78μs to +17.77μs)
1
（13.47ns）0
720/59.94p -825 to +824
(-11.12μs to +11.11μs)
1
（13.48ns）0
720/50p -990 to +989
(-13.34μs to +13.32μs)
1
（13.47ns）0
525/60 -858 to +857
(-31.78μs to +31.74μs)
1
（37.04ns）0
625/50 -864 to +863
(-32.00μs to +31.97μs)
1
（37.04ns）0
V Phase
Adjust the vertical phase by using the slider or entering the numeric value.
TV Format Setting Range Step value Default
1080/59.94i -562 lines to +562 lines
（-16.67 ms to +16.67ms）
1 line
(29.66μs) 0
1080/50i -562 lines to +562 lines
(-20.00 ms to +20.00ms)
1 lines
（35.56μs）0
720/59.94p -375 lines to +374 lines
(-8.34 ms to +8.32ms)
1 lines
（22.24μs）0
720/50p -375 lines to +374 lines
(-10.00 ms to +9.97ms)
1 lines
（26.67μs）0
525/60 -262 lines to +262 lines
(-16.65 ms to +16.65ms)
1 lines
（63.56μs）0
625/50 -312 lines to +312 lines
(-20.00 ms to +20.00ms)
1 lines
（64.00μs）0
5. Click OK to apply the settings.

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4. How to Change Network Settings
The Windows Operation System (Microsoft Windows XP Embedded) is installed in the
MBP-100MP. There are a few cases in which users will need to change network settings in order to
use the MBP-100MP over a network. This section describes how to change the computer name
and IP address for such cases.
The C drive is write-protected to enable the MBP-100MP to be powered on or off without
shutting down. The write protection on the C drive must be disabled to change the
computer name or IP address.
4-1. Connecting Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse
To change settings on the MBP-100MP, connect a VGA monitor, keyboard and mouse as
shown below. (A VGA monitor, keyboard and mouse need to be purchased separately.)
4-2. Disabling Write-Protection
1. When you power on the MBP-100MP, Windows and the listed start-up programs
automatically start. Close all programs.
2. Double-click the ewf_disable.bat in D:\forawork to execute the batch file.
3. Command Prompt opens and shows the following message. Press any key on the keyboard
once.
***************************************************************************
The write-protection (EWF) for the boot drive(C:) is set to enable.
The any driver cannot install when write-protection is enabled.
***************************************************************************
Press any key to continue . . .
AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN
VGA LAN1LAN2 US B3USB4
1234
SER.NO.
GENLOCKIN
REMOTE
RS-232C
GPI/ALARM
OUTPUT
VG
A
monitor Keyboard
Mouse
USB cable
USB cable
VG
A
cable
MBP-100MP

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4. The following message appears. Check that Boot Command is set to DISABLE,and then
press any key on the keyboard once. Windows automatically restarts.
5. After restarting, the listed start-up programs start automatically. Close all programs.
The system is now ready to change settings or install new applications.
IMPORTANT
Be sure to shut down before powering off the MBP-100MP, if you have disabled
write-protection. Powering off without shutdown may corrupt data.
** Enabling overlay
Protected Volume Configuration
Type RAM
State DISABLED
Boot Command DISABLE
Param1 0
Param2 0
Persistent Data '' ''
Volume ID XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX XX
Device Name ''\Device\HarddiskVolume1'' [C: ]
Max Levels 1
Clump Size 512
Current Level N/A
Memory used for data 0 bytes
Memory used for mapping 0 bytes
***************************************************************************
The write-protection for the boot drive was set to disable.
It is reflected in the next boot. Please restart the Windows.
***************************************************************************
Press any key to continue . . .

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4-3. Changing the Computer Name
1. Right-click My Computer, and then click Properties.
2. A dialog box as shown below opens. Click Change.
3. Type a new name for the computer in the Computer name box, and click OK.

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4. The confirmation dialog box appears. Click OK.
5. The screen returns to the dialog box that appeared in step 3. Click OK.
6. The dialog box as shown below appears. If you want to continue to change the settings, click
No. If your changes are complete, click Yes. If you click Yes, the computer automatically
restarts.

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4-4. Changing the IP Address
1. Right-click My network places, and then click Properties.
2. Right-click LAN1, and then click Properties.
3. A dialog box as shown below appears. Double-click Internet Protocol(TCP/IP).