Leightronix LabVault-HD Quick guide

PRODUCT MANUAL
END-TO-END Solutions for
Broadcast & Streaming
Installation, Configuration, and Operation Instructions

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The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
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• Priority toll-free telephone support
• Email support
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Table of Contents
ABOUT THIS MANUAL................................................................................................................... 1
PACKING LIST ................................................................................................................................ 1
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................... 2
FRONT PANEL ................................................................................................................................ 3
KEYPAD.................................................................................................................................................................... 3
LEDS......................................................................................................................................................................... 3
DISPLAY ................................................................................................................................................................... 3
BACK PANEL .................................................................................................................................. 4
SYSTEM INSTALLATION................................................................................................................ 5
INSTALLING THE LABVAULT-HD ............................................................................................................................ 5
ENTERING NETWORK SETTINGS INTO LABVAULT-HD ...................................................................................... 8
ADMINISTRATIVE WEB INTERFACE .......................................................................................... 10
OPENING AND LOGGING IN................................................................................................................................. 10
UNDERSTANDING STATUS INDICATORS ON “SYSTEM DASHBOARD” SCREEN............................................11
ENTERING LABVAULT-HD SETTINGS ................................................................................................................. 12
Site Name and Location ................................................................................................................................... 12
LABvault-HD System Time ............................................................................................................................... 12
Usernames and Passwords for Administrative Interface .................................................................................. 13
ePRO-BUS Setting ........................................................................................................................................... 14
Serial Port Setting............................................................................................................................................. 14
SETTING UP FILE TRANSFER DESTINATION(S)................................................................................................ 15
E-HD2 Server Destination ................................................................................................................................ 15
Server with FTP Capabilities ............................................................................................................................ 16
RECORDING .......................................................................................................................................................... 17
Record Settings ................................................................................................................................................ 17
Recording from the Web Interface.................................................................................................................... 18
PLAYING FILES...................................................................................................................................................... 19
“MPEG Player” Left Column Controls............................................................................................................... 19
“MPEG Engine Control” Panel.......................................................................................................................... 20
MANAGING FILES ................................................................................................................................................. 21
Rename Files on Internal Hard Drive ............................................................................................................... 22
Delete Files from Hard Drive/Transfer Queue .................................................................................................. 22
Manually Transfer Recorded Files.................................................................................................................... 22
Change File Transfer Destinations ................................................................................................................... 22
Enable/Disable Auto Delete.............................................................................................................................. 22
CHECKING LOG FILES ......................................................................................................................................... 23
Open a Log File ................................................................................................................................................ 23
Search a Log File ............................................................................................................................................. 23
Delete a Log File .............................................................................................................................................. 24
TABLE OF CONTENTS

MAINTAINING THE LABVAULT-HD........................................................................................................................ 25
Update Firmware .............................................................................................................................................. 25
Check Internal Hard Drive ................................................................................................................................ 25
Reboot/Shut Down ........................................................................................................................................... 25
CONTROL COMMANDS ............................................................................................................... 26
SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................................................................... 30
PRODUCT WARRANTY ................................................................................................................ 32
DECLARATION OF STANDARDS CONFORMITY ....................................................................... 32
COPYRIGHT STATEMENTS ......................................................................................................... 33

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LABvault-HD
About This Manual
The LABvault-HD broadcast digital video encoder makes it simple to digitally record any video source
with the push of a button. Capture high-denition digital video les for use with a LEIGHTRONIX
E-HD2 server/controller and/or a FTP capable third party server or storage location. Use the included
administrative Web interface to operate your LABvault-HD record and transfer features from any
location and set up le transfer destinations, change recording quality presets, manage les on the
LABvault’s internal hard drive, and access the system’s log les.
(1) LABvault-HD Digital Video Player/Recorder
(1) Product Resource Disc, Including LABvault-HD Manual
(1) Part #10-0311, AC Power Cord, 6 ft.
(1) Part #10-4856, CAT 5e Ethernet Cable, 7 ft.
PACKING LIST
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This manual describes how to install your LABvault-HD as well as use the included LABvault-HD
Web interface to set up and control the player/recorder. Instructions on using a touch screen or other
external control system with the LABvault-HD should be obtained from the third party provider. Refer
to the “CONTROL COMMANDS” on page 26 of this manual for a list of the commands needed to
program your external control system.

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Important Safety Instructions
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including ampliers) that
produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not t into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specied by the manufacturer.
12. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13. Refer all servicing to qualied 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.
14. When the apparatus is turned off, certain components in the power supply and system board remain energized. In order to
remove all electrical power from the apparatus, unplug the power cord from the MAINS socket outlet.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
This apparatus must be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a protective earthing
connection.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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LABvault-HD
Front Panel
KEYPAD
The four LABvault-HD arrow keys are used to display status information as well as for the entry of TCP/IP network
addresses. If you hold down an arrow key for more than one second, it begins to scroll through all of the available
options. Release the key when the desired option is displayed.
The front panel keypad also turns the LABvault-HD on/off. Note that the
LABvault-HD automatically turns on when the unit is plugged in. When
held for four seconds, the red “X” button turns off the LABvault-HD. If the
LABvault-HD has been turned off, press the green check push button for
two seconds to turn the unit back on.
LEDS
The LABvault-HD front panel has two status, light-emitting diodes (LEDs) for at-a-glance feedback. The red “Record”
LED lights up when the LABvault-HD is encoding. The blue “Play” LED lights up when playback on the LABvault is
activated.
DISPLAY
The LABvault-HD display shows status and password-protected TCP/IP address entry screens. Once the LABvault-HD
has been booted up, press the up or down arrows on the keypad to display the following status screens:
06/13 10:30:00AM
094000 V1.1.11
Serial Number & Firmware Version
Firmware Date
IP Address
LABvault-HD Identication
06/13 10:30:00AM
FW Blt:5/31/12
06/13 10:30:00AM
10.9.0.16
06/13 10:30:00AM
ID:LABvault-HD
Recorder Status
06/13 10:30:00AM
Recorder Stopped
Bios Date
06/13 10:30:00AM
Bios:02/20/10
FRONT PANEL
BEFORE unplugging or
removing power from the
LABvault-HD, shut down the
unit from its front panel.
Transfer Status
06/13 10:30:00AM
NX: 0.8591GB 2%
Indicates le transfer destination and
progress. If more than one destination is
selected for a transfer, the screen only shows
the rst destination to which the LABvault-HD
sends the le. Changes to “Send Idle” when
there are no active le transfers.
Processor Temperature
06/13 10:30:00AM
Temp: 28°C
PStat Firmware Version
06/13 10:30:00AM
PStat Ver:4.10
Displays the rmware version for
the infrared remote control and
front panel status LEDs.
Player Status
06/13 10:30:00AM
MPEG Player Stop
Build Number
06/13 10:30:00AM
Bld Num: 197

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Back Panel
A: Power cord connector
B: 9-pin male RS-232 DTE connector for control by
a compatible third party system, such as a AMX or
Crestron touch screen
C: 1 RJ-45, 10/100/1000 BASE-T Ethernet port with
corresponding LED indicators
D: 1 input tension clamp terminal block for analog
or AES digital audio recording
E: Audio output tension clamp terminal block for
analog or AES digital audio playback
F: 1 BNC video input connector for recording
G: 1 BNC video output connector for playback
BACK PANEL
The LABvault-HD back panel, includes, from left to right, top to bottom:
AB
C
D E
FG
Not Used
Not Used

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System Installation
INSTALLING THE LABVAULT-HD
While installing the LABvault-HD, refer to the labeled back panel on page 4 that corresponds to your LABvault-HD.
Perform the following installation steps:
1. The LABvault-HD may be left as a standalone, tabletop unit or mounted into a rack as follows:
a. Insert the LABvault-HD into the rack, aligning the holes of the unit’s mounting bracket with those of the rack.
b. Secure the LABvault-HD to the rack with user-supplied rack screws.
2. Connect the included power cable to the LABvault-HD’s power cord connector and then plug the other end into an
AC power source.
3. Using a straight-through RJ-45 Ethernet cable, connect the LABvault-HD Ethernet port to a hub or switch on
your TCP/IP network. To check your network connection, look at the Ethernet LEDs above the Ethernet port and
compare to the the table on the bottom corresponding to your LABvault-HD’s back panel.
4. Connect your video signal wiring to the LABvault-HD as follows:
a. Video Source: this is the video resource or signal the LABvault-HD will record. Connect your video source
wiring to the LABvault-HD’s BNC video input.
b. Video Preview: preview your recorded video before it is transferred from the LABvault-HD by connecting a
monitor to the LABvault-HD’s BNC video output.
5. Your LABvault-HD audio connections are determined by the type of audio signals you wish to record and play out,
as described below:
• Embedded Digital Audio: part of your digital video signal, no additional audio connections are needed to play or
record this type of audio signal.
• Non-Embedded Audio Signals: the LABvault-HD supports two-channel analog and AES balanced digital audio
signals. The LABvault-HD server comes equipped with two audio terminal blocks for recording and playing your
non-embedded audio signals.
To play/record any of the LABvault-HD’s supported, non-embedded audio signals, connect your audio signal wiring
according to the following steps:
NOTE: The LABvault requires the following network
ports:
•23 Telnet
• 21 FTP Control Connection
• 20 FTP Data (if using third party FTP client in
passive mode)
• 80 for the LABvault-HD Web interface
• 2000 UDP for ePRO-BUS Control
SYSTEM INSTALLATION
Leave empty rack spaces above and below the LABvault-HD. The LABvault-HD should not have
anything stacked on top of it.
LEIGHTRONIX strongly recommends the use of an Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) with
the LABvault-HD. Damage from power loss or spikes is not covered under warranty.
LABvault-HD Ethernet LED Indicators
LED Position State Description
Right Off Connection speed is 10Mb/s
Green Connection speed is
100Mb/s
Orange Connection speed is
1000Mb/s
Left Slow blinking
yellow
Ethernet link not established
Fast blinking
yellow
Ethernet link established.
LABvault-HD is transmitting
on the network.

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System Installation
NOTES: • The illustrations for the following examples show the terminal blocks in vertical positions. When
connected to the rear panel, the blocks are horizontal with the AES terminals on each block
rotated toward the “SDI IN” BNC video input.
• The LABvault-HD supports an audio wiring gauge range of 18 (maximum) to 28 (minimum) AWG.
a. Prepare your audio wiring for connection to the terminal
blocks by stripping approximately a 1/4 inch of shield
off the end of each wire. Twist each wire’s individual
strands together to prevent separation (see illustration
at right for example).
b. Perform the following steps for the LABvault-HD audio
record input and playback output:
i. With your ngers, gently grasp the desired terminal
block on the LABvault-HD’s rear panel and pull to
separate the block from the player/recorder.
ii. Secure each of your prepared audio wires in their
appropriate terminals as follows, referring to the table
below for each wire’s placement on the terminal block:
NOTE: The AES audio conguration uses only one of either common grounds.
Example of Wire Prepared for a LABvault-HD Terminal Block
AES
Terminal Block Conguration
Two-Channel Analog
Terminal Block Conguration
Terminal Block Wiring Congurations and Examples
Terminals