QSC CMS-5000 User manual

TD-001576-01-A
*TD-001576-01*
Cinema Media Server
User Manual
Cinema Media Server CMS-5000
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Explanation Of Terms And Symbols
The term “WARNING!” indicates instructions regarding personal safety. If the instructions are not followed the result may be bodily injury or
death.
The term “CAUTION!” indicates instructions regarding possible damage to physical equipment. If these instructions are not followed, it
may result in damage to the equipment that may not be covered under the warranty.
The term “IMPORTANT!” indicates instructions or information that are vital to the successful completion of theprocedure.
The term "NOTE" is used to indicate additional useful information.
The intent of the lightning flash with arrowhead symbol in a triangle is to alert the user to the presence of un-insulated
"dangerous" voltage within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock
to humans.
The intent of the exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is to alert the user to the presence of important safety, and
operating and maintenance instructions in this manual.
Important Safety Instructions
WARNING!TO PREVENT FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Elevated Operating Ambient – The ambient operating temperature of the installation environment may be greater than
room ambient. Consideration should be given to ensure that the maximum operating temperature range (0°C to 50°C, 32°F
to 122°F ) is not exceeded. Reduced Air Flow – Installation of the equipment should be such that the amount of air flow
required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.
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. Do not submerge the apparatus in water or liquids.
7. Do not use any aerosol spray, cleaner, disinfectant or fumigant on, near or into the apparatus.
8. Clean only with a dry cloth.
9. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
10. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce
heat.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such
as 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.
13. Adhere to all applicable local codes.
14. Consult a licensed, professional engineer when any doubt or questions arise regarding a physical equipment installation.
Maintenance and Repair
WARNING!Advanced technology, e.g., the use of modern materials and powerful electronics, requires specially adapted
maintenance and repair methods. To avoid a danger of subsequent damage to the apparatus, injuries to persons and/or
the creation of additional safety hazards, all maintenance or repair work on the apparatus should be performed only by a
QSC authorized service station or an authorized QSC International Distributor. QSC is not responsible for any injury, harm
or related damages arising from any failure of the customer, owner or user of the apparatus to facilitate thoserepairs.

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Lithium Battery Warning
WARNING!THIS EQUIPMENT CONTAINS A NON-RECHARGEABLE LITHIUM BATTERY. LITHIUM IS A CHEMICAL
KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER OR BIRTH DEFECTS. THE NON-RECHARGEABLE LITHIUM
BATTERY CONTAINED IN THIS EQUIPMENT MAY EXPLODE IF IT IS EXPOSED TO FIRE OR EXTREME HEAT. DO NOT
SHORT CIRCUIT THE BATTERY. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO RECHARGE THE NON-RECHARGEABLE LITHIUM BATTERY.
THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF THE BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. BATTERY REPLACEMENT
IS PROHIBITED!
Regulatory Information
FCC Statement
NOTE:NOTE: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. 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.
DCI/FIPS Security Compliance
The CMS-5000 is a FIPS-140-2 Certified device. It contains cryptographic devices and keys and must be handled correctly while in use
and when removed from service. The end user of the CMS-5000 is classified by FIPS as a Cryptographic Officer and is responsible for
placing and maintaining the projector system into a FIPS approved mode. In this capacity you agree to the following guidelines:
1. Do not attempt to dismantle or reverse engineer the device. Any attempt to gain access to the modules enclosed in the secure
environment may result in loss of functionality and will void any warranty.
2. Ensure that at least two tamper seals are present on the CMS-5000 security module. Any attempt to remove, alter or replace the
tamper label seals on the CMS-5000 secure enclosure will void the warranty.
3. The user assumes responsibility to change the standard passwords installed by the factory.
4. The user assumes responsibility for the protection of keys (KDMs) and the protection of passwords used to access the CMS-5000.
5. Ensure that one or more external tamper seals are affixed to the surface between the CMS-5000 and the projector body.
6. Perform or monitor the marriage between the CMS-5000 and the projector.
7. At end-of-life, perform or monitor the physical removal of the battery by separating the battery from the printed circuit board. The
battery and the CMS-5000 should be disposed of in accordance with local or national legislation.
Product End of Life Information
This product was designed and built by QSC to provide many years of service, and is backed by our commitment to provide high-quality
support. When it eventually reaches the end of its serviceable life, it should be disposed of in accordance with local or national legislation.
If you wish to discard electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.
NOTE:NOTE:The manufacturing date can be derived from the serial number which will have the format CWWYYxxxx (9 characters)
or xxxxYYWWxxxxxx (14 characters) where 'YY' is the year of manufacture (20 = 2020) and 'WW' is the calendar week
ofmanufacture.

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RoHS Statement
The QSC®Cinema Media Server CMS-5000 is in compliance with European Directive 2015/863/EU.
The QSC Cinema Media Server CMS-5000 is in compliance with “China RoHS” directives per GB/T26572. The following table is provided
for product use in China and its territories:
QSC CMS-5000 系列系列,
有毒有害物质或元素有毒有害物质或元素
(Toxic or hazardous Substances and Elements )
部件名称部件名称
(Part Name)
铅
(Pb)
汞
(Hg)
镉
(Cd)
六价铬
(Cr(vi))
多溴联苯
(PBB)
多溴二苯醚
(PBDE)
电路板组件电路板组件
(PCB Assemblies)
XOOOOO
机壳装配件机壳装配件
(Chassis Assemblies)
XOOOOO
本表格依据 SJ/T 11364 的规定编制。 (This table is prepared following the requirement of SJ/T 11364.)
O: 表示该有害物质在该部件所有均质材料中的含量均在 GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求以下。
O: Indicates that the concentration of the substance in all homogeneous materials of the part is below the relevant threshold specified in
GB/T 26572.
X: 表示该有害物质至少在该部件的某一均质材料中的含量超出 GB/T 26572 规定的限量要求。
X: Indicates that the concentration of the substance in at least one of all homogeneous materials of the part is above the relevant
threshold specified in GB/T 26572.
（目前由于技术或经济的原因暂时无法实现替代或减量化) (Replacement and reduction of content cannot be achieved currently
because of the technical or economic reason.)
Warranty and Registration
For a copy of the QSC Limited Warranty, visit the QSC website at www.qsc.com
To register your product:
1. Go to the QSC website www.qsc.com and search for "registration".
2. Click Product Registration (Cinema).
3. Complete the registration form.

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Contents
Explanation Of Terms And Symbols ............................................ii
Important Safety Instructions ................................................ii
Maintenance and Repair .............................................................. ii
Lithium Battery Warning .............................................................iii
Regulatory Information .....................................................iii
FCC Statement ......................................................................iii
DCI/FIPS Security Compliance ........................................................iii
Product End of Life Information .......................................................iii
RoHS Statement ....................................................................iv
Warranty and Registration ..................................................iv
Package Contents ...........................................................1
Introduction ................................................................1
Front Panel Features................................................................. 1
Installation ................................................................ 2
Required Tools.......................................................................2
Installing the CMS-5000 into a Projector ..............................................3
Power-up ..........................................................................4
Projector Marriage with CMS-5000 ......................................... 4
Barco ..............................................................................4
NEC ................................................................................4
Christie.............................................................................4
Setup ..................................................................... 5
CMS-5000 User Interface (UI) Software ...............................................5
Accessing CMS UI Through Projector Connection.....................................5
Accessing CMS UI Through Q-SYS Designer..........................................5
Browser Security Warnings ........................................................5
Default IP Addresses .................................................................5
Logging In...........................................................................6
Navigation Buttons ..................................................................6
Server Setup........................................................................ 7
Server Settings................................................................... 7
Updating the CMS-5000 Software ................................................. 7

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CMS-5000 System Licenses ....................................................... 7
Adding or Modifying User Credentials ...............................................8
Network and FTP Server Settings .....................................................8
Network Configuration Recommendations ...........................................8
General Recommendations............................................................. 8
CMS-5000 Control .................................................................. 8
Automation TCP/IP Connection ........................................................ 9
Data Transfer (FTP) ................................................................... 9
Q-LAN Network ...................................................................... 9
High Speed Ethernet SFP Requirements .............................................9
SNMP ...........................................................................9
Projector/Video Settings.............................................................9
Audio Settings .....................................................................10
Video Alignment Delay ............................................................10
Q-LAN Audio Output Enable .......................................................10
AES Channel Assignments ........................................................10
Q-SYS Channel Assignments ...................................................... 11
DTS:X Settings .................................................................. 11
DTS:X VBAP Generator ........................................................... 11
Automation Settings................................................................12
Activating and Creating Devices ...................................................12
Editing and Testing Cues ..........................................................13
Cue Bundles .....................................................................13
Configuration Import/Export.........................................................13
Restoring the Default Configuration ...............................................14
Q-SYS Setup .......................................................................14
Operation ................................................................ 14
CMS Operational Status.............................................................14
Overview page ...................................................................14
Status Bar ......................................................................14
Front Panel LEDs.................................................................15
Content Storage ...................................................................15
Viewing Available Content ........................................................15
Content Status ..................................................................15
Ingesting Content ................................................................16
Drive Ingest ......................................................................... 16
FTP Ingest .......................................................................... 16

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Building Playlists ...................................................................16
Creating Schedules .................................................................16
Playing Content ....................................................................16
Manual Modes ...................................................................16
Schedule Mode ..................................................................16
TMS Control.....................................................................16
Q-SYS ..........................................................................16
Troubleshooting Guide.............................................17
Accessing Logs............................................................ 17
Configuration Backup and Restore .......................................... 17
Restoring Factory Default Configurations .................................... 17
Check Connections ........................................................ 17
Connect via Projector to Check Settings..................................... 17
Rebooting the CMS ........................................................ 18
LED Modes ............................................................... 18
Force Boot to Factory Image................................................ 18
Reseat Board ............................................................. 19
References ............................................................... 19
Quick Start Guide (TD-001577) ......................................................19
Security Guide (TD-001589) .........................................................19
Application Programmer's Interface (TD-001592) .....................................19
Specifications.............................................................20
General ............................................................................20
Front Panel Controls and Indicators ..................................................20

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Package Contents
1
CMS-5000
With selected Storage Option
and Front Panel Option
2
LABEL,
ANTI-TAMPER
LB-004118
1
CMS-5000 Security Guide
TD-001589
1
CMS-5000 Quick Start Guide
TD-001577
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QSC Warranty TD-000453
Introduction
The innovative CMS-5000 Cinema Media Server supports JPEG-2000 decoding of high frame rate 4K and 2K images with advanced
solid state storage. In addition to an eSATA port and 1G Ethernet ports, the CMS-5000 includes two USB 3.0 ports and a 10G Ethernet
port to enable accelerated content ingest. The CMS-5000 supports immersive audio formats with rendering of up to 64 channels
(DTS:X™) and can be directly interfaced with Q-SYS™, the QSC network platform for integrated sound, picture, and control.
Front Panel Features
NOTE:NOTE:Figure 1 does not show the mounting hole options in order to emphasize the connectors section
NOTE:NOTE:At power up, the POWER LED is on and the READY LED is off. During CMS initialization, all the LEDs except POWER will
blink. Once the READY light is on and no longer blinking, LEDs function as described below. Additional information about LED
status during bootup and test is available in the Troubleshooting Guide.
1. DRIVE STATUS 1-4 LEDs – Blue indicates activity on the installed SSD drives.
2. INGEST LED – Blue indicates DCP scan or ingest active from an eSATA drive.
3. eSATA – Used for ingest of DCP to onboard storage directly from a hard drive.
4. ETH A and ETH B (CONTROL/DATA) – Use these RJ45s to connect to a 10/100 or 1G Ethernet network to enable control and
monitoring functions. Use the Ethernet network to connect the CMS-5000 to the following:
• TMS
• Library server
• Closed-captioning transmitter
• Cinema processor (automation control)
• Other Ethernet-controlled devices
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5. AUX IN 1-4 – Four auxiliary AES digital inputs are provided for alternate content audio.
6. AES CH 1-8 and AES CH 9-16 – In non-Q-SYS installations, these digital outputs include the main 5.1/7.1 channels
(L,C,R,LS,RS,BL,BR and Lfe (Sub)), the HI and VI tracks, and may include up to 6 additional surround channels for immersive audio
bitstreams. These outputs are connected to the cinema processor (e.g. DPM or JSD) for additional EQ and speaker processing. Routing of
channels to these outputs as well as the Aux Out is configurable in the UI.
7. Model and Serial Number – Use the Serial Number when requesting content keys for the CMS-5000 .
8. RESET button – Pressing the reset button will cause the CMS-5000 to reboot immediately.
9. TAMPER LED
• Flashing Red – Indicates the projector service door is open.
• Solid Red – Indicates a tamper event or non-recoverable error. The CMS-5000 is non-functional and will need to be returned to
QSC.
10. FLT LED – Yellow indicates an error occurred during self-test. See the Troubleshooting Guide for more information.
11. PWR LED – Green indicates presence of 12V on rear connector to projector
12. RDY LED
• Flashing Green - Indicates the CMS is booting up or awaiting marriage to the projector.
• Solid Green - Indicates the CMS is ready to perform its functions.
13. USB 3.0 – Both connectors support USB 3.0 and can be used for ingest.
14. ACT LED – Yellow indicates link on HS ETH, alternating yellow/green indicates activity on HS ETH.
15. LINK LED – Yellow indicates the HS ETH link is established at 5 Gbps. Green indicates HS ETH link is established at 10 Gbps.
16. HS ETH – This location has an SFP+ cage for connection to a 2.5G-10G fiber or Cat6 Ethernet network. This network is used primarily for
transfer of the DCP from the library server or between CMS-5000 s.
17. Q-SYS LAN A and LAN B – For systems that include a Q-SYS core, one or both of these ports are used to transfer audio from the CMS
to the core.
18. AUX OUT 1-8 – Eight AES digital outputs are provided. These can be used to output alternative audio tracks including HI, VI and
alternate language tracks.
19. HD-SDI A and B – These connectors provide an interface to professional video devices. These support up to 3G dual link HD SDI.
20. HDMI IN A and B – These can be connected to video sources with HDMI outputs such as Blu-ray players, satellite receivers, laptops
and STBs. These support the HDMI 2.0/HDCP 2.2 standard.
21. SYNC IN and SYNC OUT – These connectors are used to sync CMS-5000 s in theaters where two projectors are being used for 3D
content. It is a sync output on the ‘primary’ CMS and sync input on the ‘secondary’ CMS. LED's indicate activity.
Installation
Required Tools
• ESD strap
• #1 Phillips screwdriver

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Installing the CMS-5000 into a Projector
1. Make sure you are familiar with the projector marriage process before starting the installation of the CMS-5000. Once you start the
installation, the CMS-5000 must be married to the projector per the manufacturer’s instructions before the CMS-5000 will be functional.
2. Make sure you have the correct front panel for the installation. There are unique front panels for the Barco, NEC, and Christie projectors.
WARNING!WARNING!Turn off the projector's power before removing the access panels.
3. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for removing the covers to allow access to the IMB slot. This may require the disconnection
of the projector Ethernet connection.
4. If the installation has an Enigma card, disconnect the HD-SDI cables and disable/remove the Enigma card from the projector.
CAUTION!CAUTION!The CMS-5000 is not “hot pluggable” so be sure power to the projector is turned off.
5. With ESD protection in place, remove the CMS-5000 from its anti-static bag and slide it into the IMB slot on the projector. Make
sure you properly seat the CMS-5000 in its slot.
6. Install front panel mounting screws. It is critical to install the CMS using all mounting hardware provided to ensure proper
operation. Improper installation can result in video anomalies or other operational issues.
a. For Barco projectors, install the two 6 mm mounting screws, one on each side of the front panel, to secure the CMS-5000 in
its slot. (See Figure 2) Failure to install the mounting screws may allow the CMS-5000 to slip out of its slot and fail.
b. For NEC projectors, the CMS-5000 is equipped with two captive screws in the front panel (See Figure 3). Use these screws to
secure the CMS-5000 . Failure to install the mounting screws may allow the CMS-5000 to slip out of its slot and fail.
c. For Christie projectors, no mounting screws are required.
— Figure 2 —
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Barco
— Figure 3 —
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NEC
— Figure 4 —Christie

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7. Attach the tamper label (included with the CMS-5000) across the edge of the CMS-5000 and the chassis of the projector such that the
CMS-5000 cannot be removed without the label being affected. The label provides security detection if the CMS-5000 is removed.
8. Reinstall the projector panels according to the manufacturer's instructions.
9. If the projector's Ethernet cable was disconnected in step 3, reconnect it now.
10. Connect the AES/EBU audio cables to the audio ports. Refer to Figure 1 for the location of the ports and Table 3 on page 10 for
pinout information. For optimum performance, use Cat 6a cables to provide the connection to QSC audio processors like the DPM
100(H), DPM 300(H), JSD-100 or JSD-60.
11. Optional – If the system requires a control network or Ethernet automation devices, install the Control network cable into the ETH
A or ETH B port on the front of the CMS-5000. Refer to Figure 1 for the location of the ports.
12. For systems that have a Data network, typically used for transferring content between systems, install the data network Ethernet
cable into ETH A, ETH B or the HS ETH port on the CMS-5000. Refer to Figure 1 for the location of these ports. For the HS ETH port
an SFP+ module is required. See section Network and FTP Server Settings for recommended SFP+ module specifications.
13. If the CMS-5000 is being used with a Q-SYS core, install the Q-LAN™ network cables into the LAN A and LAN B ports (LAN B
connection only required when using network redundancy).
Power-up
The CMS-5000 will begin to boot as soon as the projector is powered on. This will take several minutes. The chart below describes
the various modes of the CMS as indicated by the front panel LEDs. Additional information on LED modes can be found in the
Troubleshooting Guide.
— Table 1 —
TAMPER FLT PWR RDY
RED YEL GRN GRN
CMS-5000 Mode
Unpowered OFF OFF OFF OFF
Initialization ON ON ON ON
Power On Self-test OFF FLASH ON FLASH
Awaiting Projector Marriage OFF OFF ON FLASH
Normal Operation OFF OFF ON ON
Service Door Open FLASH OFF ON OFF
Recoverable Error OFF ON ON OFF
Tampered (Return to factory) ON OFF ON OFF
Projector Marriage with CMS-5000
Projector marriage with the CMS is performed automatically once the marriage is initiated from the Projector. Prior to marriage, the RDY
led will flash and you will not be able to log in to the CMS UI. Once marriage is complete, the RDY led will be ON.
NOTE:NOTE:You cannot log into the CMS UI until marriage is complete. You can still access the logs by opening the online help (click
on Help icon on upper right).
Barco
Initiate marriage as instructed by the projector instructions.
NEC
Initiate marriage as instructed by the projector instructions.
Christie
Initiate marriage as instructed by the projector instructions. In the IMB type field, select QSC, or Dolby IMB on older firmware versions.

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Setup
CMS-5000 User Interface (UI) Software
Setup and control of the CMS-5000 can be performed using a Web UI Application available via HTTPS at the network address of your
CMS-5000 through any of its ethernet ports. For example, if your CMS-5000 port's IP address is 192.168.1.100, open the following link
in a web browser:
https://192.168.1.100
The CMS-5000 UI includes extensive online help information, available within each page of the UI. You can also access the CMS logs via
the online help even if you are not logged in to the CMS.
Accessing CMS UI Through Projector Connection
The UI is also accessible through the projector network connection through port 43756. For example if the projector IP is 192.168.1.200,
open the following link in a web browser:
https://192.168.1.200:43756
NOTE:NOTE:While the CMS can be fully controlled via this port, you cannot ingest through this port.
Accessing CMS UI Through Q-SYS Designer
The UI can be accessed via Q-SYS Configurator. Select the CMS in the Configurator list and click on 'OPEN WEB UI'.
Browser Security Warnings
In some instances, accessing the CMS using a browser will cause a warning screen to be displayed. This is due to a connection being
made to a web server using https that does not return the expected certificate. The purpose of this is to protect against questionable
websites on the internet but does not apply when connecting to a web server on a known device such as the CMS. Depending on the
browser used, click 'Advanced', 'Details', or 'Continue' and provide permission to continue to the site.
Default IP Addresses
Default IP configuration:
• ETH A : Static 192.168.1.100 mask: 255.255.255.0 GW: 0.0.0.0
• ETH B : DHCP
• Q-LAN A : DHCP
• Q-LAN B : DHCP
• HS ETH : Not configured
To change the IP: After marriage is complete, log in to the CMS-5000 UI and go to System ->Network to modify the IP settings.
Alternately you can access the network settings via Q-SYS Configurator. You must be logged in as administrator or installer to modify
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Logging In
Factory default account and password information can be found in the Security Guide (TD-001589) shipped with the CMS-5000. If you
do not have the Security Guide, please contact Technical Services for more information.
Access to various UI features will depend on the type of account used to login as follows:
— Table 2 — Login Account Types
Account Type Privileges
Administrator
Create and delete accounts at all levels – Administrator, Installer, Manager, and
Projectionist.
Has all lower level privileges
Installer
Create or delete Installer, Manager and Projectionist level accounts.
Update CMS-5000 system software.
Change system level and hardware configuration settings.
Has all lower level privileges.
Manager Ingest content, build playlists and schedule shows.
Has Projectionist level privileges.
Projectionist Operate the CMS-5000 (play/stop/pause).
NOTE:NOTE:If you are logged in with Administrator or Installer privileges, you can create additional user accounts with unique
usernames and passwords. You are strongly advised to change the default passwords to prevent unauthorized access.
CAUTION!CAUTION!If the default logins have been changed and you no longer have the required user names and passwords to
log in at manager or projectionist level, contact your installer to reset your manager and projectionist login data. If you no
longer have the required user names and passwords to log in at administrator or installer level, the CMS will need to be
returned to QSC for service to restore it to default factory settings. All content and configuration information on the CMS
will be lost.
After accessing the UI via your browser as described above, the Username and Password text boxes display at the top of the page:
Enter your username and password and click Login. After logging in, additional navigation buttons will appear on the top bar. Buttons shown
will depend on your login privileges as indicated above. Context sensitive help is available for all controls accessible via the user interface.
Navigation Buttons
OVERVIEW – Navigates to the Overview page. Here you can log in and view information about your CMS-5000, as well as export DCI
certificates and log packages.
PLAYER – Navigates to the player page. Here you can control content playback, toggle the input source and manually trigger
automation cues.
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BUILDER (Manager privileges and above required) – Navigates to the Builder page. Here you can build and edit playlists. Playlists
allow sequences of locally stored clips to be played in the player, and automation cues to be timed during playback.
CONTENT (Manager privileges and above required) – Navigates to the Content page. This page allows you to view and delete Clips,
PKLs and KDMs stored locally on your CMS-5000. You can also ingest from remote locations and connected drives onto the CMS-5000
local storage, and monitor the transfer progress.
SCHEDULER (Manager privileges and above required) – Navigates to the Scheduler page. Here you can place playlists on a schedule
for automatic playback.
SYSTEM (Installer or Administrator privileges required) – Navigates to the System page. Here you can monitor various logs and
statistics, add or remove users and cues, and adjust settings to configure the CMS within the installation.
Server Setup
To access server setup, status and perform software updates, login to the CMS-5000 UI application with installer or administrator
privileges and navigate to System->Server. The following can be accessed from this page.
Server Settings
At the Server Settings panel, you can modify the server’s location, name, and time zone. Make sure to click on the SAVE button in the
upper right to save any changes you make to the server.
• Name and Location – The server name set here will appear in the bottom status bar as well as on the Overview page. This is also
how the server is represented in the Connected CMS list on the Overview page. The Location is shown on the Overview page.
• Time – The current server’s UTC time is shown in this panel. You can set the time zone to your local time. On the scheduler and
elsewhere in the UI, the time shown is based on the time zone selected here. You can also adjust the time by offsetting by up to
+/- 6 minutes per year.
Updating the CMS-5000 Software
To update the CMS-5000 software, you must first download a valid installation file from QSC.com. To perform the update, click on the
Update Server button in the Server Tools panel and follow instructions to perform the software update. The update will take several
minutes. The CMS will reboot automatically once the update is complete. To maximize the efficiency of the update, avoid ingesting or
playing content during the update process. If the update process is interrupted before completion, reboot the server before trying again.
If the interruption occurs during transfer of the update file to the CMS, it will boot up to the prior version. If the interruption occurs
while the software is being overwritten by the new version, the CMS will boot to the default factory software version (software version
installed when the CMS was manufactured). In either case, you can repeat the update process.
CMS-5000 System Licenses
Some CMS-5000 features must be enabled with a feature license. You can view which licenses are currently installed on the Installed
System Licenses panel on the System->Server page. You should see at least one license installed: SLCPK-5000-P. This key is installed
on all production CMS-5000s and enables playback of encrypted content. Additional feature licenses are available for playback of 4K
video, High Frame Rate video, and > 16 channels of DTS:X rendering. New feature licenses may be added in the future. Feature licenses
are usually ordered along with the CMS and installed prior to shipment but you may contact QSC Sales to purchase additional licensed
features. Once you have purchased the additional feature, it can be enabled as follows:
1. Contact QSC Technical Services to obtain an Entitlement ID (EID) for the software license you purchased.
2. On the Installed System Licenses panel, click on the Lock Code button (lower right) to obtain your CMS Lock Code.
3. Log on to the QSC Licensing Portal at http://licensing.qsc.com/customerlogin and log in using the EID.
4. Follow the instructions on the screen to activate your license. You will need to provide the CMS Lock ID when prompted and an
email address to which the License Key file will be sent.
5. When you receive the License Key file, go to the Installed Licenses Panel and click on the Add System License button on the lower
left to open the Add System License page. Click on the Choose File button and open the License Key file you were sent.
6. Click OK to complete the license installation.
Contact QSC Technical Services with any questions regarding the license installation procedure.

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Adding or Modifying User Credentials
The CMS ships with default user credentials for all log in levels. It is recommended that these default settings be modified to prevent
unauthorized access to the CMS. This can be done on the System->Users page. To modify or add users with installer, manager, or
projector privileges, you must be logged in as an administrator or installer. You must be logged in with administrator to add or modify
administrator accounts.
CAUTION!CAUTION!If the default logins have been changed and you no longer have the required user names and passwords to
log in at manager or projectionist level, contact your installer to reset your manager and projectionist login data. If you no
longer have the required user names and passwords to log in at administrator or installer level, the CMS will need to be
returned to QSC for service to restore it to default factory settings. All content and configuration information on the CMS
will be lost.
Network and FTP Server Settings
Network and FTP settings can be accessed by logging in to the CMS-5000 UI application with installer or administrator privileges and
navigating to System->Network.
There are six network ports available on the CMS:
• ETH A and ETH B – these are 1G ports that can be configured with static IPs and routing or enabled for DHCP.
• Q-LAN A and Q-LAN B – these 1G ports are used to connect to a Q-SYS network. They can be configured with static IP and
routing or DHCP enabled. Use both ports when using a redundant network configuration.
• HS ETH – This port requires installation of an SFP+ module and can communicate to a fiber or copper network supporting rates
up to 10G. This is normally used for high speed ingest from a library server or between CMS-5000s.
• Projector Port – the CMS can be accessed through the same connection being used for the projector. This is ideal for initial setup
when the other network port default settings do not allow easy network access. To access the CMS from this connection, enter the
projector IP, specifying port 43756. For example if the projector IP is 192.168.1.200, open the following link in a web browser:
https://192.168.1.200:43756
Network Configuration Recommendations
The CMS-5000 uses ethernet networking to provide key features. Control of the CMS-5000, access to other devices used in playback
for automation, network transfer of content through FTP, and Q-LAN transmission of audio are available. To ensure a stable and
consistent experience using these features, please read and consider these recommendations when planning and building the ethernet
network used in your installation.
Careful selection of the structure and equipment used in your network is required. Please consult your IT services provider for help
with these decisions.
General Recommendations
Make a network map documenting the structure and connections in your network to make installation easier, and provide help to those
diagnosing problems or installing new equipment in the future.
Set up the CMS with only one default gateway. Multiple default gateways can create unexpected behaviour. The default gateway is
a router or route provider that allows access to networks outside the network segment the CMS is directly connected to. Choose the
device that provides this access, if available, and set the default gateway on the network connection of the CMS that has the fewest
hops (network switches/routers) to get access to it.
Direct internet access for the CMS-5000 is not recommended. In installations where external access is intended, please consult your IT
services provider on how to create a secure connection without exposing the networks to the outside world.
CMS-5000 Control
Control of the CMS through the API and Web User Interface are available on all ethernet connections and through the projector on port
43756. The projector connection uses the routing of the projector internal communication, and may encounter firewall restrictions
within the projector. For this reason it is recommended the projector connection only be used for initial setup and situations where
communication may be otherwise compromised. In most installations we recommend a network be created and routed specifically for
automation and control communication. One of the CMS-5000 network ports should be designated and setup to work on this network,
ETH A or ETH B are recommended for this use. Q-LAN A and Q-LAN B are not recommended to avoid conflicts affecting audio quality.

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Automation TCP/IP Connection
Control of other ethernet devices via TCP/IP commands can be accomplished on all ethernet connections of the CMS. It is
recommended that these devices also be connected on the Control network used above.
Data Transfer (FTP)
FTP access is available on ETH A, ETH B and HS ETH ports on the CMS-5000. To ensure stability of both data and control operations
on the CMS it is recommended that FTP be used on a separate network segment than Control and Automation. While this may not be
feasible with smaller installations, separating these communication types onto different networks can increase responsiveness and
stability of these features.
Q-LAN Network
When enabled and connected, the Q-LAN network ports will allow transmission of audio from the CMS to a Q-SYS Core, and network
control of the CMS-5000 from Q-SYS. Due to the time sensitive nature of audio delivery it is highly recommended you limit usage of a
network used for Q-LAN to audio transmission and control. FTP is not accessible on these ports. Please follow the Q-SYS guidelines
for building a Q-LAN network, including switch and router selection that meet the Q-SYS requirements.
High Speed Ethernet SFP Requirements
Any 10G capable SFP+ module should work with the CMS-5000. Performance has been qualified using SR modules (“short range” -
supports distances to 300m) and Copper modules (RJ45 connection, supports distances to 30m).
Whatever type of module is used on the CMS-5000, the other end needs to be of the same type (SR to SR, Copper to Copper, etc.). The
CMS-5000 does not examine the manufacturer ID so any brand of module that meet the specifications shown below will work in the
CMS-5000.
Fiber modules – 10G SFP+ Transceiver, SR, 850nm (most manufacturers call this out as SFP-10G-SR)
NOTE:NOTE: When using a fiber connection, you must use 10G modules. The CMS will not operate with 1G SFP fiber modules.
Fiber optic cabling – Assuming SR Modules as described above, use LC-LC Duplex OM3 50/125 Multimode Fiber Cable
Copper modules – 10GBASE-T SFP+ Transceiver, RJ-45 (most manufacturers call this out as SFP-10G-T)
NOTE:NOTE: These 10G capable modules can negotiate down to 1G, so it is possible to use the HS ETH port in a 1G network.
Copper cabling – Cat 6 cable or better.
NOTE:NOTE: Most 10G SFP+ copper modules will be limited to a distance of 30m, rather than the typical 100m for 10GBASE-T
connections.
SNMP
SNMP can be used to access CMS status remotely. SNMP access is disabled by default but can be enabled at the V1 or V3 level. For
V3, select from the available user credentials to enable remote access for those users. The MIB file can be exported for use in a MIB
browser or NOC system.
Projector/Video Settings
The CMS-5000 is designed to work in all projection systems with a TI Series 2 IMB-compatible interface.
Several settings can be set to optimize performance based on the projection system being used. These can be accessed by logging in
to the CMS-5000 UI application with installer or administrator privileges and navigating to System->Projector.
NOTE:NOTE: Make sure to click on the SAVE button in the upper right to save any changes you make to these settings.
• Projector: Select the correct manufacturer.
• 2K/4K: Click on this button to select the projector resolution. When video received is different from the mode selected (e.g. video
is 4K, projector is 2K or vice versa), the CMS will convert the video to the projector resolution prior to transmission using a higher
quality algorithm than available in the projector.
• 3D System: Select the 3D system being used so that the proper video correction algorithm will be applied prior to transmission. If
you are not sure of the system to be used, select Other. The 3D content will still play correctly but no color or crosstalk correction
will be applied. For Dolby 3D, use the Correction Wizard to optimize crosstalk color correction.

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Audio Settings
The CMS supports up to 24 channels of AES audio output via the front panel RJ connectors and up to 64 channels of audio when
used with Q-SYS. All CMS include DTS:X™ immersive audio rendering up to 16 channels and 64 channels rendering is available with
an additional software license. Audio configuration can be accessed by logging in to the CMS-5000 UI application with installer or
administrator privileges and navigating to System->Audio.
Video Alignment Delay
To align audio with video playback, use the audio delay slider. Up to 200 ms of delay can be set in either direction. If audio is lagging the
video, set a negative delay. If audio is preceding the video, set a positive delay.
Q-LAN Audio Output Enable
Q-LAN output can be enabled or disabled. If disabled, no audio streams will be output to the Q-SYS network though you can still control
the CMS via the Q-SYS CMS component in the Q-SYS design.
AES Channel Assignments
The default channel assignments for AES output channels 1-16 are based on the standard as called out by ISDCF Doc4 – 16 Channel
Audio Packaging Guide as shown below. Any channel can be reassigned to any AES output as needed. If that output had already been
assigned to a different channel, the channels will swap output assignments.
— Table 3 — AES CH 1-16 Default Audio Channel Mapping and Pinout
Source DTSX Source
(VBAP Ch #)
Output Channel AES Pair/Channel RJ / Pin
L0 1 Pair1 / Ch1 AES1-8 / 1
R1 2 Pair1 / Ch2 AES1-8 / 2
C2 3 Pair2 / Ch1 AES1-8 / 3
LFE 3 4 Pair2 / Ch2 AES1-8 / 6
LSS 4 5 Pair3 / Ch1 AES1-8 / 4
RSS 5 6 Pair3 / Ch2 AES1-8 / 5
HI – 7 Pair4 / Ch1 AES1-8 / 7
VI – 8 Pair4 / Ch2 AES1-8 / 8
LC 6 9 Pair5 / Ch1 AES9-16 / 1
RC 7 10 Pair5 / Ch2 AES9-16 / 2
LRS 8 11 Pair6 / Ch1 AES9-16 / 3
RRS 9 12 Pair6 / Ch2 AES9-16 / 6
SYNC1 – 13 Pair7 / Ch1 AES9-16 / 4
SYNC2 – 14 Pair7 / Ch2 AES9-16 / 5
CH15 – 15 Pair8 / Ch1 AES9-16 / 7
CH16 – 16 Pair8 / Ch2 AES9-16 / 8
CH17 10 17 Pair9 / Ch1 AUX1-8 / 1
CH18 11 18 Pair9 / Ch2 AUX1-8 / 2
CH19 12 19 Pair10 / Ch1 AUX1-8 / 3
CH20 13 20 Pair10 / Ch2 AUX1-8 / 6
CH21 14 21 Pair11 / Ch1 AUX1-8 / 4
CH22 15 22 Pair11 / Ch2 AUX1-8 / 5
CH23 16 23 Pair12 / Ch1 AUX1-8 / 7
CH24 17 24 Pair12 / Ch2 AUX1-8 / 8

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Q-SYS Channel Assignments
Audio channels are mapped to Q-SYS channels as shown in the following table. These assignments cannot be modified in the CMS but
can be routed as needed in the core using Q-SYS Designer.
— Table 4 —Q-SYS Output CH 1-70 Audio Channel Mapping
DCP Source DTS:X Source
VBAP ch #
Q-SYS Channel
L0 1
R1 2
C2 3
LFE 3 4
LSS 4 5
RSS 5 6
HI 7
VI 8
LC 6 9
RC 7 10
LRS 8 11
RRS 9 12
SYNC1 13
SYNC2 14
CH15 15
CH16 16
CH17 - 64 10-58 17-64
Aux In 1-4 65 - 68
HI 69
VI 70
DTS:X Settings
The minimum channel configuration supported for DTS:X is 15.1 and the maximum number of channels supported is 64. DTS:X
configurations that require more than 16 channels require an additional software license (see "CMS-5000 System Licenses" on
page7)
In order to render DTS:X, you must import a VBAP file that describes the speaker configuration of your theater. The contents of the VBAP
file can be imported, viewed and modified in the CMS User Interface. You must ensure any modifications made conform to the VBAP file
configuration requirements. If the VBAP file is invalid, rendered audio may not play correctly or at all. You may also export the file for
use in another system.
DTS:X VBAP Generator
The VBAP configuration file describes speaker placement within your auditorium in order to correctly render sound from a DTS:X or IAB
soundtrack. Please contact QSC Support or DTS support for help in generating the VBAP configuration file. Detailed measurements of
the Auditorium shape, speaker locations and heights are required to correctly generate this configuration. Remember to include floor
slope and location as well as ceiling height at several locations when measuring the room.
The VBAP file will indicate speaker locations and map them to an output channel number. The output audio track targeting these
speakers will be output in order as described in the tables above. URI exceptions indicating what speakers are part of the bed channel
configuration (the main 5.1/7.1 etc speaker configuration) will be indicated in the VBAP configuration files. Aligning these outputs to
match the channels of standard playback is recommended for reverse compatability with non DTS:X or IAB content.

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— Table 5 —DTS:X Audio Channel Mapping
Name Abbrev. URI tag DCP Ch #
Left L urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.03020101.00000000 1
Right R urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.03020102.00000000 2
Center C urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.03020103.00000000 3
LFE LFE urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.03020104.00000000 4
LeftSurround LS urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.03020105.00000000 5
RightSurround RS urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.03020106.00000000 6
LeftSideSurround LSS urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.03020107.00000000 5
RightSideSurround RSS urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.03020108.00000000 6
HearingImpaired HI urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.0302010E.00000000 7
VisualNarration VIN urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.0302010F.00000000 8
LeftCenter LC urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.0302010B.00000000 9
RightCenter RC urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.0302010C.00000000 10
LeftRearSurround LRS urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.03020109.00000000 11
RightRearSurround RRS urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.0302010A.00000000 12
LeftTopSurround TSL http://dts.com/mda/channels#TSL
RightTopSurround TSR http://dts.com/mda/channels#TSR
LeftHeight LH http://dts.com/mda/channels#LH
RightHeight RH http://dts.com/mda/channels#RH
CenterHeight CH http://dts.com/mda/channels#CH
TopSurround TS http://dts.com/mda/channels#TS
LeftSurroundHeight LHS http://dts.com/mda/channels#LHS
RightSurroundHeight RHS http://dts.com/mda/channels#RHS
LeftSideSurroundHeight LSSH LSSHnoURIByDTS
RightSideSurroundHeight RSSH RSSHnoURIByDTS
LeftRearSurroundHeight LRSH LRSHnoURIByDTS
RightRearSurroundHeight RRSH RRSHnoURIByDTS
CenterSurround CS urn:smpte:ul:060E2B34.0401010D.0302010D.00000000
LeftCenterHeight LCH http://dts.com/mda/channels#LCH
RightCenterHeight RCH http://dts.com/mda/channels#RCH
Automation Settings
The CMS has an built in library of devices and their associated automation cues that can be added to playlists for fully automated
theater control. The cues provided can be edited as needed and additional cues can be added for a device as well. In addition, user-
defined devices and cues can be created.
Activating and Creating Devices
To make device cues visible in the Builder and Player pages, the device must be activated during setup. The Automation device
configuration can be accessed by logging in to the CMS-5000 UI application with installer or administrator privileges and navigating to
System->Automation.
• To view all available devices, click the Show Inactive checkbox next to the Devices list. This will display all devices currently in
the Automation library. You can select any device and edit to activate as described below. Alternately, you can use the create (+)
button to open the Edit Devices page and select the device you wish to activate from the Choose Device dropdown list.
• To enable projector cues, open the Edit Devices page and select the projector type in which the CMS is installed. For all projectors,
the IP address and port will be automatically populated with the correct default port and IP address of the internal server/projector
connection for that projector type. This is the primary port that should be used to drive projector cues. When this is used, no other
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• To enable other devices' cues, the device must be activated by adding valid network IP and port values. Open the Edit Devices
page, select the device, then enter the IP address and click Save. The ethernet port will be populated with the correct port number
for the device but can be edited if needed. Make sure the network settings of the CMS ethernet port that is on the same network
as the device has the correct IP, Subnet Mask and Gateway settings to enable the cues to reach the device.
• You can create a new device and cues by pressing the create (+) device button and selecting "<New Device>", then entering the
name, IP, and port of your custom device. You will then need to create custom cues for that device. When creating the device, use
the button below the Port text box to select whether the cue data is ASCII or Binary encoded to facillite viewing and editing cues.
Editing and Testing Cues
If no device is selected, the Cues panel will list all available cues for devices shown in the Devices pane. Selecting a device will show
just the cues associated with that device.
• Use the buttons to the right of the Cues panel to edit the cues as needed. While it is possible to edit existing cues, it is preferable
to edit a copy in case a error is made and you need to start from the original cue. If the encoding of the cue text box is not valid for
your device, edit the device settings and toggle the ASCII/Binary encoding switch as needed.
• Cues can be tested using the 'trigger cue' button (lightning bolt) to verify correct operation.
• To prevent unused cues from being listed on the Player and Builder pages, cues can be 'hidden' by selecting the cue and clicking
the Hide (eye) button.
• Remember that a cue will only be shown on Player and Builder pages if its associated Device is active.
• Cue names must be unique.
• Binary character encoding is done in the "\x??" format, where ?? is the ascii value of the character in hexadecimal notation.
Some commonly used values for reference:
• \x0A Line Feed
• \x0D Carriage Return
• \x09 Tab character
Cue Bundles
Cue bundles can be created to trigger a series of cues under one cue.
• Use the buttons to the right of the Bundle Cues panel to open the Edit Bundle page and create the cue bundle. The page will
only list active cues. If a cue you wish to use is not listed, make sure its associated device has been activated as described in
Activating and Creating Devices to Enable Cues. Also make sure that cue has not been 'Hidden' as described in Editing and Testing
Cues.
• Add desired cues to the cue bundle using the arrow button. Cues will be inserted above the currently selected cue in the Bundle
Sequence
• To modify the order the cues fire in the sequence, set the delay for each cue. This will determine when that cue fires relative to
the first cue in the sequence. The lowest resolution of time shown with each cue in the Edit Bundle page is seconds so if a smaller
delay is called out you must click on the cue to view the value. When you exit the page and click on the name in the Bundle Cues
pane, the actual delay is shown in the bundle sequence shown in the pane to the left.
• Names of Bundle Cues are unique, including names of Device Cues. i.e. a name can only be used once in the Cues and the Bundle
Cues list.
Configuration Import/Export
To facillitate setup, configuration settings can be transferred from one CMS to another using the Config Import/Export utility available on
the System->Server page.
NOTE:NOTE: It is highly recommended that you use the Export tool to back up the configuration settings to facillitate server
replacement and system debugging.
Each of the categories shown below can be transferred individually or in any combination:
• Server configuration – Server settings including name, location, time zone
• Video configuration – Projector settings including projector type, screen resolution (2K/4K) and 3D coefficients
• FTP Servers – Name, network address, and login credentials of attached FTP servers