Miranda Kaleido-X (7RU) User manual

Kaleido-X (7RU) Quick Start Guide
Part Number: M808-9905-105 30 May 2011

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Title Kaleido-X (7RU) Quick Start Guide
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Safety Compliance
This equipment complies with the requirements of the following standards for safety of
information technology equipment:
• CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-07
• UL 60950-1 (2nd Edition)
• EN 60950-1:2006
• IEC 60950-1:2005
Electromagnetic Compatibility
This equipment has been tested for verification of compliance with FCC Part 15, Subpart B
requirements for class A digital devices.
This equipment has been tested and complies with the requirements of the directive
2004/108/CE:
• EN 55022 Class A Radiated and conducted emissions
• EN 61000-3-2 Limits for harmonic current emissions
• EN 61000-3-3 Limitation of voltage changes, voltage fluctuations and flicker
• EN 61000-4-2 Electrostatic discharge immunity
• EN 61000-4-3 Radiated, radio-frequency, electromagnetic field immunity
• EN 61000-4-4 Electrical fast transient/burst immunity
• EN 61000-4-5 Surge transient immunity
CAUTION: These servicing instructions are for use by qualified service personnel only.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the
operating instructions unless you are qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing should be done in a static-free environment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.

• EN 61000-4-6 Conducted disturbances immunity
Warranty Policies
Warranty information is available in the Support section of the Miranda Web site (www.miranda.com).

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Table of Contents
1 Introduction 1
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Getting Organized . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 Setting Up the Kaleido-X (7RU) Multi-Viewer 5
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Kaleido-X (7RU) x 2 Expansion System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Step 1: Physical Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Setting up the Kaleido-X (7RU) Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Powering Up The Kaleido-X (7RU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Verifying that the Cards are Ready . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Step 2: Networking Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Changing the IP Address of a Kaleido-X from the Monitor Wall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Finding the System IP Address, System Name, and Application Version. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Using the Kaleido-RCP2 with Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Loading a Layout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Configuring a Client PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Configuring an Audio Bridge Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Step 3: XEdit Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Step 4: System Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Verifying the Kaleido-X Multi-Viewer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Verifying the Kaleido-RCP2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Verifying the Audio Bridge Terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
RS-422 Connection Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
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Introduction
Welcome to the Kaleido-X family of multi-viewers! This chapter provides information
about system requirements, and items shipped with your Kaleido-X (7RU) unit.
Overview
This Quick Start Guide is designed to help you get your Kaleido-X (7RU) multi-viewer up and running for
the first time.
What is Kaleido-X?
Miranda's Kaleido-X family of multi-viewers ranges from quad-splits to large-scale, multi-room
monitoring systems, with outstanding image quality and signal flexibility. The Kaleido-X multi-viewers
are available in four models: the Kaleido-X (7RU), the Kaleido-X (4RU), and the Kaleido-X16 frames, as well
as the Kaleido-Modular KMV-3901/3911 Densité card.
•TheKaleido-X (7RU) can display 96 3Gbps, HD, SD or analog inputs any number of times, in any size,
across eight displays of any resolution and orientation. With its router option, the Kaleido-X (7RU)
offers switching unprocessed inputs to 48 HD/SD outputs for feeding monitors, test equipment and
master control or production switchers. By using an optional mid-plane expansion module, two
Kaleido-X (7RU) frames can be connected into a fully interconnected 14 RU system to display up to 192
video inputs over up to 12 displays, and capable of switching unprocessed inputs to 96 HD/SD router
outputs.
•TheKaleido-X (4RU) can display 32 3Gbps, HD, SD or analog inputs any number of times, in any size,
across four displays of any resolution and orientation.

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•TheKaleido-X16 can display 16 3Gbps, HD, SD or analog inputs across two high-resolution outputs at
multiple sizes. With its router option, the Kaleido-X16 can also behave as a router, with 16 input
channels as sources and two router outputs as destinations.
•TheKMV-3911 and KMV-3901 can display eight 3Gbps, HD, SD or analog inputs in up to eight video
windows across two high-resolution outputs.
At the heart of every multi-viewer system is the Kaleido-X Software, which includes two client
applications:
•XAdmin is a Web client that your system administrator will use to manage the Kaleido-X system.
•XEdit is a Java Web Start client used to create layouts for the monitor wall, and to configure the
Kaleido-X multi-viewer, from your PC or laptop.
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Required Materials
Your Kaleido-X system package includes the following:
• Kaleido-X frame (enclosure) containing various input, output and option modules (cards)
• One Kaleido-RCP2 (including power supply and cord)
•Onekeyboard
•Onemouse
• Serial port adapters (one with straight cabling and one with crossover cabling for each output module
in your multi-viewer):
• Two AC power cords
• DVD including manuals, training videos, software and release notes
Part number Adapter cabling RS-422 pinout at the DE-9P connector
1737-3000-102 Straight Controller (SMPTE master) mode
1792-3700-100 Crossover Tributary (SMPTE slave) mode
Note: In line with our commitment to environmental preservation, only the Release Notes, the Quick
Start Guide for your multi-viewer model, and some ancillary documents (e.g. welcome letters, warranty
cards) are distributed in printed form. All manuals are available on the DVD that shipped with your multi-
viewer. See the “Documentation” section of the Release Notes for a complete list. You can also obtain
them from the Software Downloads section of Miranda’s Technical Support portal.

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In addition to the above, you will need the following (not supplied):
• Up to 12 displays
• A dedicated 100Base-T Ethernet switch with enough ports for all multi-viewer output modules, client
PCs, Kaleido-RCP2, and Audio Bridge Terminals
• Client PC (see below for system requirements)
• Cables (to connect your multi-viewer to video sources, to displays, and to the network):
System Requirements for a Client PC
A client PC running Windows XP (or Windows 7) is required to access the XAdmin Web client, as well as to
run the XEdit application.
Cable type Purpose
CAT-5 For Ethernet connectivity
Display cables Either extension modules—for example Miranda’s DXF-200
(part number DXF-200-A)—or DVI cables
Video cables Standard coaxial cables with BNC connectors
Minimum Configuration
minimum 1 GB of RAM
minimum Pentium 4 at 1 GHz
Recommended
2 GB of RAM
Pentium 4 at 2 GHz
Hard Disk
At least 125 MB free

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Setting Up the Kaleido-X (7RU) Multi-Viewer
This chapter will guide you through the installation of a Kaleido-X (7RU) system in its
default configuration.
Summary
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Step 1: Physical Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Step 2: Networking Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Step 3: XEdit Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Step 4: System Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
RS-422 Connection Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Overview
A Kaleido-X multi-viewer system in its default configuration includes a number of layout presets. Each
preset shows the video signal from a specific input module (card). Each output card drives displays in
either VGA or DVI-D at a default resolution of 1280 × 1024 @ 60Hz. Consult the Kaleido-X User’s Manual
(on the DVD that shipped with your multi-viewer) for instructions on how to create rooms and layouts
according to your specific requirements.
The Kaleido-X (7RU) is a multi-room, multi-image display processor and router in a single, expandable
chassis. Its unique mix of capabilities represents the most integrated monitoring and routing solution. As
a multi-image processor, it offers the highest level of signal flexibility. Each chassis can display 96 HD, SD

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or Analog inputs any number of times, in any size, across 8 displays of any resolution and orientation. As a
router, it offers switching of 96 unprocessed inputs to 48 HD/SD outputs for feeding monitors, test
equipment and master control or production switchers.
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Kaleido-X (7RU) x 2 Expansion System Overview
It is possible to expand the input connectivity of one Kaleido-X (7RU) frame toinclude that of a second. The
two frames, each with its own expansion (KXO-EXP) card, are connected by a high-bandwidth cable, such
that all the output modules on each frame (up to 6 in total) have access to all inputs on each frame (up to
192 in total) without any blocking or bandwidth limitations.
Using Miranda’s XEdit software, the two frames can be configured as a single system, allowing rooms to
have a mixture of input modules from either frame. The expansion card interconnect allows seamless
sharing of video, audio monitoring output, time code inputs, reference input, metadata information (CC,
XDS, alarms, etc.), and audio level data. For more information, refer to the “Kaleido-X (7RU) Expansion”

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chapter in the Kaleido-X (7RU) Hardware Description & Installation Manual, available on the DVD that
shipped with your system.
Kaleido-X (7RU) × 2 Expansion System Overview
Step 1: Physical Setup
Setting up the Kaleido-X (7RU) Hardware
To set up the Kaleido-X (7RU) hardware:
1. With the Kaleido-X (7RU) frame (enclosure) installed in its designated rack position, and before
powering up the unit, verify that each card is securely seated in its slot.
Seealso: Formore informationabouttheKaleido-X(7RU),refertotheKaleido-X(7RU)HardwareDescription
& Installation Manual.

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The Kaleido-X has been configured to automatically detect the resolution of any connected display. If
the required information is not available, then a fall-back resolution of 1280 × 1024 @ 60 Hz is used.
2. Connect outputs of the Kaleido-X to one or more displays that support this resolution, and connect one
or more video sources to the frame (see “Cabling Diagram” on page 9). If you wish to use a different
resolution, see Changing the Output Resolution below, for detailed instructions.
3. Make the network and other connections as shown in the cabling diagram (see page 9). Connect a
client PC, the Kaleido-RCP2, one or more Audio Bridge Terminals, and every output module to a
dedicated 100Base-T Ethernet switch. You can also connect a mouse and a keyboard to your Kaleido-
RCP2.
IMPORTANT: There are two different models of 7RU frames, and two models of power supplies. If
you have a frame model KXA-FR7-B (with the corresponding KXA-PSU-7-B power
supply), you must ensure that a ground cable (not included) is connected between
the frame and the rack before powering up the unit.
Note: The Audio Bridge Terminals (ABTs) are optional devices, and may not have been shipped with your
Kaleido-X (7RU) system. For information on these and other Kaleido-X options, please contact your
Miranda sales representative.
Connect a ground cable
and the rack
between this stud

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Cabling Diagram
Kaleido-X (7RU) cabling diagram

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Changing the Output Resolution
To set a display’s output resolution from the monitor wall:
1. Connect a mouse to an output card’s USB connector.
2. Right-click anywhere on the monitor wall, point to Monitor Wall (if you clicked a monitor), and then
click Display resolution:
The Display Resolution window appears:
• If you would like the system to automatically select a resolution based on information from the
connected display, select Use detected monitor resolution.
• If you would like to manually set (and fix) the resolution, select the desired resolution from the
Default DVI resolution list:
3. Click OK.
The output resolution is adjusted accordingly.

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Powering Up The Kaleido-X (7RU)
To power up the Kaleido-X:
• Plug both power cords from the Kaleido-X into a grounded power outlet.
The startup sequence takes approximately four minutes, during which time some video may appear on the
displays. The startup is completed when the CPU LEDs of the output cards (second LED from the top) are
solid green.
Verifying that the Cards are Ready
To verify that the cards (modules) are ready:
• Check the status LEDs on each card installed in the Kaleido-X frame. Make sure that none are indicating
an error condition (see table below).
IMPORTANT: At initial startup, after your system has auto-detected the resolution of the display, it is
strongly recommended that you manually set the output resolution and clear the Use
detected monitor resolution check box.
IMPORTANT: If you have a KXA-FR7-B frame, make sure a ground cable (not included) is connected
between the frame and the rack before plugging any of the power cords into a power
outlet (see page 8).
Note: The Kaleido-X (7RU) does not have power switches, and will start up as soon as it is plugged in.

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Networking Setup
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Photograph of a Kaleido-X (7RU) frame showing LED indicators on modules.
Step 2: Networking Setup
For the Kaleido-X unit to join a TCP/IP network, it must be configured with an IP address, a network mask,
a gateway, and a system name. In addition, a client PC must be configured to communicate with the
Kaleido-X. You must also configure the Kaleido-RCP2 unit, and any Audio Bridge Terminal unit you may
have ordered.
The Kaleido-X is shipped with the following default settings:
CPU LED Color Card Status Action Required
Solid green Ready for operation None
Red Fault Verify that the card is securely seated in the proper slot in the
frame. If status remains unchanged, remove the card, reseat
it and then reboot.
Flashing green Rebooting Wait for card to reboot before starting operations.

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Changing the IP Address of a Kaleido-X from the Monitor Wall
The IP address, system name, and other parameters can be set via a control panel on the monitor wall.
To change the IP address of the Kaleido-X from the monitor wall:
1. Connect a mouse to the USB connector of an output card.
2. Connect a USB keyboard to the USB connector of an output card.
3. Right-click anywhere on the monitor wall, point to Monitor Wall (if you clicked a monitor), and then
click System configuration.
The System Configuration window appears.
4. Click the Ethernet tab.
5. Type the required Frame IP address, network mask, and gateway address in the appropriate boxes.
6. Type the required addresses for all outputs.
7. Click OK.
Kaleido-X (7 RU) Kaleido-X (7 RU) × 2
Frame IP address 10.0.3.70 10.0.3.70
Network mask 255.255.0.0 255.255.0.0
Gateway 10.0.0.1 10.0.0.1
Output A 10.0.3.66 10.0.3.66
Output B 10.0.3.67 10.0.3.67
Output C 10.0.3.68 10.0.3.68
Output D/EXP 10.0.3.69 —
Output A (frame B) — 10.0.3.61
Output B (frame B) — 10.0.3.62
Output C (frame B) — 10.0.3.63
Note: If the IP address of the Kaleido-X has been changed (i.e. it no longer corresponds to the as-shipped
configuration), it is still possible to determine the IP address. To determine the IP address of your
Kaleido-X, see “Finding the System IP Address, System Name, and Application Version” on page 14.

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8. When prompted to restart the system to apply your changes, click Yes.
The new configuration will become effective once the system restart has completed.
Finding the System IP Address, System Name, and Application Version
To find the system IP address, system name and application version:
1. Connect a mouse to the front USB connector of an output card.
2. Right-click anywhere on the monitor wall. On the shortcut menu, point to Monitor Wall (if you clicked
a monitor), and then click Show dashboard to display the dashboard associated with the current
head. A small window appears, revealing the frame IP address and the system version. Take note of
these values — they will be used later in the configuration process.
Display from card output (partial view) showing dashboard at the bottom right