FOR-A MBP-120SX User manual

MBP-120SX
MBP-125SX
MXF Clip Server S
2nd Edition
OPERATION
MANUAL

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Edition Revision History
Edit.
Rev.
Date
Description
Chapter
1
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(Not released)
2
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2014/09/01

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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 objectson 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.
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[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 thosesupplied. Otherwise, it may cause damage to the internal
circuits or components of the unit. If you remove the rubber feetattached 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
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Upon Receipt
Unpacking
MBP-120SX/125SX 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 list below.
ITEM
QTY
REMARKS
MBP-120SX
MBP-125SX
1
AC Cord
1 set
One AC cord and one AC cord retaining clip
Rack Mount Brackets
1 set
EIA standard type
Rubber Feet
1 set
DVI-VGA Conversion
connector
1
CD-ROM
1
MBP-120/125SX Operation Manual (PDF)
MCS-MBPPON Operation Manual (PDF)
Unpacking
1
Option
ITEM
QTY
REMARKS
MBP-SSD480G
1
SSD upgrade option from 240GB to 480GB
IMPORTANT
Wait at least 15 seconds before turning the MBP-120SX/125SX back on after
powering off.
Check
Check to ensure no damage has occurred during shipment. If any 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.
Trademark
Microsoft ® Windows ® 7 Embedded operating system is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
Rack Mounting
The MBP-120SX/125SX can be mounted to EIA standard rack units.When rack mounting a unit,
use the supplied rack mount brackets (rack ears).
Model number
AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN
SER. NO.
SDI IN SDI OUT GENLOCK IN
GPI/ALARM RS-232C REMOTE
DVI-I LAN2 LAN1 USB4 USB3

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Table of Contents
1. Prior to Starting ...........................................................................................................................7
1-1. Welcome ..............................................................................................................................7
1-2. Comparing Features: MBP-120/125SX vs 100SX Series...................................................7
1-3. Features...............................................................................................................................7
1-4. Notes on Using The MBP-120SX/125SX............................................................................8
2. Panel Descriptions ......................................................................................................................9
2-1. Front Panel (MBP-120SX/125SX).......................................................................................9
2-2. Rear Panel (MBP-120SX)..................................................................................................10
2-3. Rear Panel (MBP-125SX)..................................................................................................11
2-4. Serial Interfaces.................................................................................................................12
2-4-1. Remote........................................................................................................................12
2-4-2. RS-232C .....................................................................................................................12
2-5. Parallel Interface................................................................................................................13
2-5-1. GPI / ALARM...............................................................................................................13
3. Connection and Video Conversion Porcess.............................................................................15
3-1. MBP-120SX .......................................................................................................................15
3-2. MBP-125SX .......................................................................................................................16
4. How to Change Network Settings.............................................................................................17
4-1. Connecting Monitor, Keyboard, and Mouse......................................................................17
4-2. Disabling Write-Protection .................................................................................................17
4-3. Changing the Computer Name..........................................................................................19
4-4. Changing the IP Address...................................................................................................21
4-5. Enabling Write-Protection..................................................................................................22
5. Specifications and Dimensions.................................................................................................23
5-1. Unit Specifications..............................................................................................................23
5-2. External Dimensions..........................................................................................................25
5-2-1. MBP-120SX ................................................................................................................25
5-2-1. MBP-125SX ................................................................................................................26
Appendix. How to Reset BIOS......................................................................................................27
1. Opening the BIOS Setup Menu.............................................................................................27
2. Main Menu Settings...............................................................................................................28
3. Configuration Menu Settings.................................................................................................29
4. Boot Menu Setting.................................................................................................................32
5. Saving Settings and Exiting BIOS Setup Menu....................................................................32

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1. Prior to Starting
1-1. Welcome
Congratulations! By purchasing MBP-120SX/125SX MXF Clip Server 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 byproducts 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. Comparing Features: MBP-120/125SX vs 100SX Series
Item
MBP-100SX Series
MBP-120SX/125SX
USB interface
USB 2.0 x 4
USB 2.0 x 2
USB 3.0 x 2
Data storage
16GB (standard),
64GB, 128GB and 256GB (optional)
240GB (standard)
480GB (optional)
Size and Weight
EIA 1RU, 8 kg
EIA 1RU, 8 kg
OS
Windows XP Embedded
Windows 7 Embedded
1-3. Features
The MBP-120SX/125SX devices are cross converters between MXF(XDCAM) files and HD/SD
SDI baseband signals. The devices have SSD (Solid State Drive) installed to ensure reliable
playback. High-speed file transfers over network is also supported.
Real-time conversion from HD/SD SDI inputs to MXF files
Built-in SSD storage, which allows to use MBP-120SX/125SX as a stand-alone MXF
player
MXF XDCAM format supported
Hardware codec for stable encoding and decoding
EIA 1RU compact size
Playback (decoding) supports:
•Real-time conversion of MXF files to HD/SD-SDI signals (also supports MXF file
transfer over a network)
•Embedded audio (* up to 8 channels), and Ancillary Time Code
•AES output of embedded audio data (* up to 8 channels)
•Conversion of embedded time code data to LTC (MBP-125SX only)
•Superimposition of embedded time code data onto video output (MBP-125SX only)
Recording (encoding) supports:
•Real-time conversion of HD/SD-SDI signal inputs to MXF files
•Embedded audio (* up to 8 channels), and Ancillary Time Code
•External AES inputs (MBP-125SX only)
•External LTC input (MBP-125SX only)
No need to log-off and OS shutdown
Remote control via RS-422 using VTR protocol
GPI remote control
* The maximum number of channels varies depending on the MXF format.

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1-4. Notes on Using The MBP-120SX/125SX
Please note the following:
EWF (Enhanced Write Filter) must not be disabled when operating the device.
Powering the MBP-120/125SX on or off while EWF is disabled may corrupt or damage files.
The C drive of the MBP-120/125SX is write-protected.
Do not create folders or data in the C drive.
Writing in the C drive may cause Windows to hang up.
Files cannot be created on the desktop regardless of whether write-protection is enabled or
disabled.
The below error message will appear if you attempt to write on the desktop.
The MBP-120/125SX has the Windows Operation System (Microsoft Windows 7) installed
and customized.
Do not install applications that are not required.

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2. Panel Descriptions
2-1. Front Panel (MBP-120SX/125SX)
No.
Name
Description
1
Status
Indicators
POWER
Lit green
Power is supplied to the unit.
Unlit
The unit is powered off or the power cord is not
plugged in properly.
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
Power
indicator
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 15
seconds to turn ON again after the power switch is turned OFF.
3
USB1
USB2
Used to connect USB devices such as a keyboard, mouse, and other
USB devices (USB2.0 compatible).
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 to restart
MBP-120SX/125SX. (Not for normal use.).
IMPORTANT
If the FAN indicator lights up red,there is a fan failure. Turn off the MBP-120SX/125SX
and contact your retailer.
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2
4
3
OFF
ON
POWER
RESET
POWER FAN
USB 1 USB 2
MBP-120SX
CLIP SERVER

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2-2. Rear Panel (MBP-120SX)
No.
Name
Description
1
AC IN
For connection to an AC power source via the supplied accessory cord.
(100-240VAC 50/60Hz)
2
Ground
Terminal
For grounding the unit to protect operators against static electricity and /
or electrical shock.
3
Cooling Fan
For cooling the unit to prevent overheating. Do not block the vent with
other equipment or objects.
4
SDI IN
For serial digital component video input (HD/SD SDI). (BNC)
5
SDI OUT
For serial digital component video output (HD/SD SDI). (BNC)
OUT 3 and 4 are supported for superimposing time code.
6
GENLOCK
IN
For external reference signal input (Black Burst signal or Tri-level sync
signal). (BNC)
7
Audio Out
Stereo headphone jack (Unable to monitor source audio.)
8
GPI / ALARM
For power / fan alarm output and the GPI input/output.
(15-pin D-sub, female)
9
RS232C
Used for RS232C serial interface for control via PC.
(9-pin D-sub, male)
10
REMOTE
Used for RS422 seria interface for control via PC.
(9-pin D-sub, female)
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DVI-I
For output video on a monitor.
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LAN1/2
Ethernet ports (100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T, RJ-45 x 2)
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USB3
USB4
For connection to USB devices (USB3.0 compatible).
AC100-240V 50/60Hz IN
SER. NO.
SDI IN SDI OUT GENLOCK IN
GPI/ALARM RS-232C REMOTE
DVI-I LAN2 LAN1 USB4 USB3
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