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Hardware Installation and

User Guide

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Harris CorporationBroadcast Communications

Transmission4393 Digital WayMason, OH USA 45040

Media & Workflow9800 South Meridian Blvd.

Suite 300Englewood, CO USA 80112

Infrastructure & Networking25 Dyas RoadNorth York, ON M3B 1V7Canada

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Contents

About This Guide......................................................................................1Purchasing Documents ................................................................................5

Unpacking a Harris Product ......................................................................... 5

Returning a Harris Product ...........................................................................5

Chapter 1 Introduction ...............................................................................................9System ...................................................................................................... 15

Video ........................................................................................................15

Audio ........................................................................................................17Video Compression ...................................................................................17

Storage ..................................................................................................... 26

RAID Redundancy ......................................................................................26

Timecode Connection Options .................................................................. 26

Remote GPI Control .................................................................................. 27

Remote Serial Interface ..............................................................................27

Controls ....................................................................................................27Physical ..................................................................................................... 27

Power Supply ............................................................................................28

Supported Television Formats ....................................................................28

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation..........................................................................29Rear Panel Port Connectors ....................................................................... 31
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Rear Panel Port Descriptions ......................................................................34

Front Panel Descriptions ............................................................................44

Chapter 3 Getting Started........................................................................................47Registering Your Software .........................................................................51

Confirming Connection to Additional Systems ...........................................56

Verifying Audio and Video I/O Connections ...............................................57

Testing Input and Output Signals ...............................................................57

Chapter 4 Using NEXIO Config...............................................................................61Creating or Modifying a Preset ..................................................................64

Creating a Default Preset ...........................................................................65

Information ...............................................................................................69

Channel Configuration ..............................................................................70

Video Options ..........................................................................................71

Audio Options ...........................................................................................76

GPRX Options ............................................................................................78

Automation/Serial ......................................................................................79

IP Config ..................................................................................................82

FTP Folders ................................................................................................85

LLM Parameters .........................................................................................86

Error Logging ............................................................................................87

LLM ..........................................................................................................89

MPEG ........................................................................................................91

FTP ............................................................................................................93

Startup ......................................................................................................95CV/Logo ....................................................................................................97

Other ........................................................................................................99

LLM 1 ......................................................................................................101

Chapter 5 Monitoring Server Status .................................................................103LED Indicators ..............................................................................................103

NEXIO Monitor ............................................................................................104


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Testing the LED Lights ............................................................................. 106

Selecting Monitored Diagnostics ............................................................. 106

Checking Status ...................................................................................... 107

LCD Keypad Buttons................................................................................... 109

Chapter 6 Connectors, Jumper Settings, and Circuits ............................ 111

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 123


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List of Procedures

Chapter 1 Introduction ...............................................................................................9

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation..........................................................................29To rack mount NEXIO AMP ..............................................................................30To remove NEXIO AMP from the rack ..............................................................31To identify and remove the failed power supply ............................................... 34To insert a new power supply .......................................................................... 35

Chapter 3 Getting Started........................................................................................47To start NEXIO AMP .........................................................................................47To log on to NXOS ...........................................................................................49To create the deployment (.dc) file ...................................................................52To confirm connection to additional systems ....................................................56To test I/O signals on a channel ........................................................................57To test output signals on remaining playout channels ...................................... 59

Chapter 4 Using NEXIO Config ..............................................................................61To start NEXIO Config ......................................................................................62To create or modify a configuration preset .......................................................64To restore the factory default settings ..............................................................65To specify a default preset ............................................................................... 66To select a configuration and include or exclude options ..................................70To specify video options ...................................................................................71


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To specify audio options .................................................................................. 76To specify GPRX options .................................................................................. 78

To specify each available 422 port ................................................................... 79To specify general parameters ......................................................................... 80To specify VDCP parameters ............................................................................ 81To specify IP configuration settings .................................................................. 83To change virtual folders settings .................................................................... 85To change LLM parameters ............................................................................. 86To change Error Logging settings .................................................................... 87To change LLM registry settings ....................................................................... 89

To change MPEG registry settings .................................................................... 91To change FTP parameters ............................................................................... 93To change Startup registry settings .................................................................. 95To change CV/Logo registry settings ................................................................ 97To change Other registry settings .................................................................... 99To change LLM1 registry settings ................................................................... 101

Chapter 5 Monitoring Server Status................................................................. 103To open NEXIO Monitor ................................................................................ 105To test the LED lights ..................................................................................... 106To select a diagnostic .................................................................................... 107To deselect a diagnostic ................................................................................ 107

Chapter 6 Connectors, Jumper Settings, and Circuits............................ 111To assemble a MDR connector ...................................................................... 117

Chapter 7 Troubleshooting ................................................................................... 123To remove the failed drive ............................................................................. 123To manually start the Rebuild ........................................................................ 124


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About This Guide

About This Guideprovides an overview of this guide, describes guide conventions,and tells you where to look for specific information. This section also gives youimportant information on unpacking and shipping your Harris product.

This guide introduces and describes procedures for installing and using NEXIOAMP.

If the information in the release notes shipped with your product differs from theinformation in this guide, follow the instructions in the release notes.

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Finding Specific Information in This GuideThis table shows the location of specific information in this guide.

If you are looking for Go to

Overview information about NEXIO AMP Chapter 1,Introductionon page 9

Information about rack mounting NEXIO

AMP

Chapter 2,Hardware

Installationon page 29

Information about connecting NEXIO AMP Chapter 2,HardwareInstallationon page 29

Start-up information for NEXIO AMP Chapter 3,GettingStartedon page 47

Configuring video and audio settings for

NEXIO AMP

Chapter 4, Using NEXIO

Configon page 61Monitoring the server status of NEXIO AMP Chapter 5,Monitoring

Server Statusonpage 103

Information about connectors, jumpersettings, and circuits for NEXIO AMP

Chapter 6,Connectors,Jumper Settings, andCircuitson page 111

Troubleshooting information on how toremove, replace, and rebuild a boot drive

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Writing ConventionsThis guide uses the following writing conventions.

Table 1-1 Writing Conventions

Convention Definition

Bold Indicates dialog box, property sheet, field, button, checkbox, list box, combo box, menu, submenu, window, list,

and selection names.Italics Indicates e-mail addresses, names of books and

publications, and first instances of new terms andspecialized words that need emphasis.

CAPS Indicates a specific key on the keyboard, such as ENTER,TAB, CTRL, ALT, DELETE.

Code Indicates variables or command-line entries, such as aDOS entry or something you type into a field.

> Indicates the direction of navigation through a hierarchyof menus and windows.

hyperlink Indicates a jump to another location within the electronicdocument or elsewhere.

Internet address Indicates a jump to a website or URL.

Step_heading Indicates an introduction to a procedure or series ofprocedural steps.

Note text Indicates important information that helps to avoid andtroubleshoot problems.

Tip Indicates information that may be helpful, including

related topics, shortcut keys, or ways to improve smoothoperation of hardware and software.

Caution text Indicates important information that if not followed couldcause system problems.

Danger text Indicates information that conditions or practices that canresult in personal injury or loss of life.

Warning text Indicates information that if not followed could preventsystem operation or cause it damage.


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Related Documentation NEXIO NX3801HDX Installation Quick Start

NEXIO Software Installation Guide

NEXIO Low Level Module User Guide

NEXIO Safety & Compliance Information

NEXIO NXOS User Guide

NEXIO NX1010MIOH User Guide

NEXIO FTP User Guide

NXUSBTC User Guide

Software License Key Registration Card

NEXIO Server Protocol Developer Guide

Obtaining DocumentationManuals, User Guides and other documents can be viewed or downloaded fromthe Harris website athttp://ecustomer.broadcast.harris.com.

1 In theCustomer Loginarea, enter yourUser IDand Password, and clickOK.

ORClickNew Userto register with Harris.

TheWelcomepage appears.

2 ClickReview Documentation.

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4 Click on the title of the document, and clickOpento view it.

OR

ClickSaveto download the document.

PurchasingDocuments

Additionally, you can purchase product documentation on ourHarris E-commerce site, or contact your Harris Customer Service Representative torequest a document.

Unpacking/Shipping Information

Unpacking aHarrisProduct

All Harris NEXIO products have been carefully inspected, tested, and calibratedbefore shipment to ensure stable and trouble-free service.

1 Check the equipment for any visible damage that may have occurred duringtransit.

2 Confirm that you have received all items listed on the packing list.

3 Contact your Harris NEXIO dealer if any item on the packing list is missing.

4 Contact the carrier if any item is damaged.

5 Remove all packaging material from the product and its associated componentsbefore you install the unit.

Returning aHarrisProduct

In the unlikely event that a Harris product fails to operate properly, contact theHarris Customer Service Department to obtain a Return Material Authorization(RMA) number, then send the unit back for servicing. Include the RMA number onthe outside of the return box.

Keep at least one set of original packaging in the event that a product needs to bereturned for service. If the original package is not available, you can purchasereplacement packaging from Harris Corporation.
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You can supply your own packaging as long as it meets the following criteria:

The packaging must be able to withstand the products weight. The product must be held rigid within the package.

There must be at least 2 in. (5 cm) of space between the product and thecontainer.

The corners of the product must be protected.

If the product is still within the warranty period, Harris Corporation will return it to

you by prepaid ground shipping after servicing.

Technical SupportTechnical support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can contact

technical support by phone or e-mail.

Harris Broadcast Communications Division (BCD) Support

Call: 1-416-445-4032

Toll Free:+1-888-534-8246

Email:[email protected]

Website:http://support.broadcast.harris.com.

Video Server Division


Website:http://www.broadcast.harris.com/productsandsolutions/Servers/

U.S., Canada, Central America, and Latin America (CALA)

Video Processing, Distribution, Servers, Storage, News, Inscriber and Videotek

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24 hours a day, 7 days a week

Regular Business Hours (9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday)

Call: +44-118-964-8100

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Email:

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1 Introduction

This guide describes the NEXIO AMP Generation 5 shared storage server.

NEXIO AMP is an award winning broadcast video server integrated with SD and HDI/O, agile software-based codecs, high performance IT connectivity, and access to

NEXIO's shared storage system via NEXIO's RAIDsoft software RAID controller.

NEXIO AMP is software configurable, and uses software codec technology toencode and decode HD and SD content. NEXIO AMP supports real-time I/O andredundant network interfaces.

This chapter includes the following sections:

NEXIO AMP Configurationson page 10

NEXIO AMP Upgrades and Optionson page 11

Optional Software Applicationson page 12

Key Featureson page 13

Specificationson page 15

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NEXIO AMP ConfigurationsNEXIO AMP Generation 5 is available in a variety of configurations. Theavailable configurations are shown inTable 1-1. The Software LicenseCard provided with your server shows which configuration you havepurchased. If you want to upgrade to a different configuration, contactHarris BCD Supportfor an additional license. For details on licensing yoursoftware, seeRegistering Your Softwareon page 51or the SoftwareLicense Card provided with your server.

SD-only channel configurations do not support up/down/cross conversion;Bi-directional HD is not available with all codecs.

Table 1-1 NEXIO AMP Models

Model SD Channels Enabled HD Channels Enabled

NXAMP3801HDX1 2 Bi-directional 1 Bi-directional

NXAMP3801HDX2 4 Bi-directional 2 Bi-directional

NXAMP3801HDX3 3 Bi-directional

2 Record + 4 Play Only 3 Bi-directional

NXAMP3801HDX4 4 Bi-directional (not availablewith all codecs)

4 Record + 4 Play Only

4 Bi-directional (not availablewith all codecs)
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Optional Software ApplicationsThe following table lists the additional software applications that are available forNEXIO AMP.

To purchase optional software applications, contact your Harris SalesRepresentative. For details on Harris NEXIO AMP Media Applications, please visitwww.broadcast.harris.com/nexioamp/, or contact your Harris Sales Representative.

Table 1-2 Optional Software Applications

Application Description

NEXIO Remote Remotely administer and control NEXIO video servers from

any PC on the same LAN as your NEXIO server.NEXIO PlayList Event sequencing application that runs on NEXIO NXOS or

NEXIO Remote for media playback.

NEXIO Delay Create a delay for play-to-air. You can set variousparameters and step in and out of delay as needed.

NEXIO Navigator Monitors and provides system-wide diagnostics for NEXIOservers and associated system components.

NEXIO ClipSync Play back two separate clips together at the same timeframe accurately.

NEXIO PRXEncoder

Generate a simultaneous low resolution proxy of contentbeing ingested via baseband.

NEXIO IntrinsicMirroring (if

configured in yoursystem)

Optional software that controls and monitors mirroring ofvolumes on the NEXIO SAN.

NEXIO AMPChannelView

Optional software that provides multiviewer I/Omonitoring, enabling up to two NEXIO AMP inputs andfour NEXIO AMP outputs to be viewed in real time on acomputer monitor.

NEXIO AMP Logo Optional software that enables the display of up to 4 layers

of static or animated logo graphics per video output.Requires NEXIO AMP ChannelView.

NEXIO TrackRouter

Optional software for NEXIO Remote and NXOS thatcontrols the routing of audio on ingest, the addition ofexternal audio and closed captions to stored media, andaudio routing rules on playout for multilingual broadcasts.

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Key FeaturesThe following list outlines some of the key features of NEXIO AMP:

3RU form factor

Two Six-Core AMD Opteron 64-bit processors

Dual mirrored boot drives

Dual port 4 Gbps Fibre Channel support

Dual hot-swappable power supplies USB ports on the front and rear of the chassis

IEEE1394 FireWire port

10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet ports

Supports up to 96 TB of usable storage with RAIDsoft storage protection

48 TB = 2 logical disks consisting of forty-eight 600 GB drives

96 TB = 4 logical disks consisting of forty-eight 600 GB drives via Media

Host architecture

Supports NEXIO Farad shared storage

Software-based codecs for coding and decoding SD and HD media

Supports up to 8 SD channels, or up to 4 HD channels

Supports SD (525i, 625i) and HD (1080i, 1080p, 720p) content on the samechassis

Supports SDI (SMPTE-259M) and AES/EBU interfaces Record and playback SD:

MPEG-2 l-frame and MPEG-2 Long GOP 4:2:0 profile up to 15 Mbps, and4:2:2 profile up to 50 Mbps

IMX 30, IMX 40, and IMX 50

DVCPRO25 and DVCPRO50

DVCAM at 25 Mbps (625 only)

H.264 playback only (optional - requires software licensing)

Supports HD-SDI (SMPTE-292M) and AES/EBU interfaces

Record and playback HD:

MPEG-2 MP@HL l-frame 4:2:0 profile up to 100 Mbps, and 4:2:2 profileup to 150 Mbps

MPEG-2 MP@HL Long GOP 4:2:0 profile and 4:2:2 profile up to 80 Mbps

XDCAM HD at 35 Mbps (not available in 720p) DVCPRO HD at 100 Mbps

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XDCAM EX at 35 Mbps

XDCAM HD422 at 50 Mbps

H.264 playback only (optional - requires software licensing)

DNxHD (optional - requires software licensing)

Supports Panasonic AVC-Intra for up to 4 channels of playout with the NXCPUpgrade Kit

Supports Panasonic AVC-Intra for up to 2 channels of ingest with the NXCPUpgrade Kit

SD scales to 450+ channels with NXS3100 Series and 1600+ with NEXIOFarad

HD scales to 210+ channels with NXS3100 Series and 500+ with NEXIOFarad

Integrated up/down/cross conversion support using software based real timeprocessing (HD licensed servers only)

Automatic Aspect Ratio Conversion (ARC) using AFD (HD licensed servers only)

Read, generate, and write continuous and discontinuous VITC EIA-608 EIA-708 and WST OP-47 closed caption transcoding using

software based real time processing (HD licensed servers only)

Easy integration with IP networks using Gigabit Ethernet for media transfers

Supports redundant Ethernet, which automatically switches operation fromone Ethernet network to the other, if one Ethernet network fails

Runs NEXIO operating system (NXOS) software for ingest, playout, file

transfers, content management, and additional optional applications Multitier user account access, prevents unauthorized operators from altering

video/audio procamps or deleting media

Dolby Digital and Dolby E audio pass-through; record and play

Off-speed play

Works with a wide range of 3rd party automation, archiving, and mediamanagement applications

Includes FTP Server to move media from server-to-server and between attachedgeneral purpose drives

MXF OP-1a

QuickTime

AVI

Native LXF

MPEG2 PS/TS Ingest Pinnacle private audio stream (mixed services with MPEG audio)

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MOV support for XDCAM EX and AVC-Intra files in both 720p and 1080i

GXF Handler supports file exports

Supports optional software applications described inTable 1-2

SpecificationsThis section describes the hardware and software specifications for NEXIO AMP.

System The following list describes the general specifications for NEXIO AMP:

Two Six-Core AMD Opteron 64-bit processors

PCI Express platform

16 GB RAM

Dual mirrored boot drives

Two redundant 8 Gb Fibre Channel ports

Four 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet adapters

Dual-head DVI-I monitor interface

Two USB 2.0 ports on front panel

Four USB 2.0 ports on back panel

One FireWire (IEEE 1394) port (not powered) on front panel

Windows 7 Professional x64

NEXIO Operating System (NXOS)

Video The following table describes NEXIO AMP video specifications.

All SD and HD Input/Output Configurations require that you have registered yoursoftware. To register your software, see theSoftware License Cardprovided withyour system.

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Table 1-3 NEXIO AMP Video SpecificationsChannels SD = SDI (SMPTE-259M)

HD = HD-SDI (SMPTE-292M)

SD Formats 525 @ 29.97fps625 @ 25fps

HD Formats 1080i @ 29.97fps1080i @ 25fps1080p @ 29.97fps1080p @ 25fps720p @ 59.94fps720p @ 50fps

SD Input/OutputConfigurations

SeeTable 1-1on page 10

HD Input/OutputConfigurations

SeeTable 1-1on page 10

SD AspectRatio

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HD Aspect

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Up/down/cross conversion support (SD only)EIA-608 708 & WST OP-47 caption conversionAFD aspect ratio conversionPort based aspect ratio conversionUser-based aspect ratio conversion

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Audio The following table describes NEXIO AMP audio specifications.

VideoCompression

The following tables describe the NEXIO AMP video compression specifications:

Table 1-4 Audio Specifications

Channels & Formats 4 AES/EBU pairs per input channel4 AES/EBU pairs per output channel8 pairs embedded per input channel8 pairs embedded per output channel

Inputs 4 pairs HD-BNC, unbalanced (AES/EBU)75termination

1V p-p nominal levels

Outputs 4 pairs HD-BNC, unbalanced (AES/EBU)75termination1V p-p nominal levels

Processing & Storage 16, 20, or 24-bit, PCM, 48kHz

Compressed Audio Dolby Digital (AC-3) and Dolby E pass-through

Table 1-5 Standard Definition Video CompressionSpecificationson page 18

Table 1-6 High Definition Video Compression

Specificationson page 19

Table 1-7 2 Channel Mode High Definition VideoCompression Specifications (for serversconnected via Media Host Architecture)onpage 21

Table 1-8 3 Channel Mode High Definition VideoCompression Specifications (for servers

connected via Media Host Architecture)onpage 23

Table 1-9 4 Channel Mode High Definition VideoCompression Specifications (for serversconnected via Media Host architecture) onpage 24

Table 1-10 High Definition Video CompressionSpecification for AVC-Intraon page 25

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All playout channels support up/down/cross conversion when used in 2 channel or3 channel mode. Up/down/cross conversion is supported in 4 channel SD/HD

mode. Up/down/cross conversion is not supported in 4 channel SD only mode or in6 channel mode.

All channel configurations require registration using a Software License Key (SLK).

Table 1-5shows the SD video compression coding and decoding.

*DVCPRO25 is the same as DVCAM in 525 @ 29.97fps.

Table 1-5 Standard Definition Video Compression Specifications

Compression Profile Resolution andFrame Rate

SD Coding andDecoding

MPEG-2 l-frame 4 to15 Mbps

4:2:0 525 @ 29.97fps625 @ 25fps

MPEG-2 l-frame 10 to50 Mbps

4:2:2 525 @ 29.97fps625 @ 25fps

MPEG-2 Long GOP 4to 15 Mbps

4:2:0 525 @ 29.97fps625 @ 25fps

MPEG-2 Long GOP 10to 50 Mbps

4:2:2 525 @ 29.97fps625 @ 25fps

IMX 30, 40, and 50Mbps

525 @ 29.97fps625 @ 25fps

DVCPRO 25 and 50Mbps 525 @ 29.97fps625 @ 25fps

DVCAM* 25 Mbps 625 @ 25fps

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Table 1-6shows the HD video compression coding and decoding.

Table 1-6 High Definition Video Compression SpecificationsCompression Profile Resolution and

Frame Rate

HD Coding andDecoding

MPEG-2 l-frame 50,80, and 100 Mbps

4:2:0 1080i @ 29.97fps1080i @ 25fps1080p @ 29.97fps1080p @ 25fps

720p @ 59.94fps720p @ 50fps

MPEG-2 l-frame 50,70, 80, 100, 120, and150 Mbps

4:2:2 1080i @ 29.97fps1080i @ 25fps1080p @ 29.97fps1080p @ 25fps720p @ 59.94fps720p @ 50fps

MPEG-2 Long GOP 18, 25, 35, 50, 60, 70,and 80 Mbps


MPEG-2 Long GOP 25, 35, 50, 70, and 80Mbps


DVCPRO HD 100Mbps

1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps

1080i @ 25fps720p @ 50fps

XDCAM HD 35 Mbps(not available in 720p)

1080i @ 29.97fps1080i @ 25fps

XDCAM HD422 50Mbps

1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps

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Table 1-7shows the HD video compression coding and decoding for the followingwhen connected via Media Host architecture:

2 Channel (1 bi-directional + 1 play only)

2 Channel (2 bi-directional + 0 play only)

XDCAM EX 35 Mbps 1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps720p @ 50fps

H.264 (decode only) 1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps720p @ 50fps

DNxHD 1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps720p @ 50fps

AVC-Intra encode onservers with six-coreprocessors (2 channel

mode only)

1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps

720p @ 50fps

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Table 1-7 2 Channel Mode High Definition Video Compression Specifications(for servers connected via Media Host Architecture)


HD Codingand Decoding


4:2:0 1080i @ 29.97fps1080i @ 25fps1080p @

29.97fps1080p @ 25fps720p @ 59.94fps720p @ 50fps

MPEG-2 l-frame 50,70, 80, 100, 120, and150 Mbps

4:2:2 1080i @ 29.97fps1080i @ 25fps1080p @29.97fps

1080p @ 25fps720p @ 59.94fps720p @ 50fps


4:2:0 1080i @ 29.97fps1080i @ 25fps1080p @29.97fps

1080p @ 25fps720p @ 59.94fps720p @ 50fps

MPEG-2 Long GOP 25, 35, 50, 70, and 80Mbps

4:2:2 1080i @ 29.97fps1080i @ 25fps1080p @29.97fps1080p @ 25fps720p @ 59.94fps720p @ 50fps

DVCPRO HD 100Mbps

1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps720p @ 50fps


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XDCAM EX 35 Mbps 1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps

720p @ 50fpsH.264 (decode only) 1080i @ 29.97fps

720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps720p @ 50fps

DNxHD 1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps

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3 Channel (0 ingest + 3 play only) 3 Channel (1 ingest + 2 play only)



HD Coding andDecoding


4:2:0 1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps720p @ 50fps

MPEG-2 l-frame 50,70, 80, and 100 Mbps

4:2:2 1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps

720p @ 50fpsMPEG-2 Long GOP 18, 25, 35, 50, 60, 70,and 80 Mbps


MPEG-2 Long GOP 25, 35, 50, 70, and 80

Mbps

4:2:2 1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps

1080i @ 25fps720p @ 50fps


1080i @ 29.97fps1080i @ 25fps

XDCAM HD422 50Mbps

1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps

720p @ 50fps

XDCAM EX 35 Mbps 1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps720p @ 50fps

H.264 (decode only) 1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps

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4 Channel (0 ingest + 4 play only) 4 Channel (1 ingest + 3 play only)

4 Channel (2 ingest + 2 play only)

Table 1-9 4 Channel Mode High Definition Video Compression Specifications(for servers connected via Media Host architecture)

Compression Profile Resolution and

Frame RateHD Coding andDecoding

MPEG-2 l-frame 50Mbps


MPEG-2 l-frame 50Mbps

4:2:2 1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps

1080i @ 25fps720p @ 50fps



MPEG-2 Long GOP

25, 35, 50, 70, and 80Mbps

4:2:2 1080i @ 29.97fps

720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps720p @ 50fps


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AVC-Intra is available on servers with six-core processors. Table 1-10shows the HDvideo compression specifications for servers equipped with a NEXIO AMP NXCP

Codec Processorboard.

XDCAM HD422 50Mbps


XDCAM EX 35 Mbps 1080i @ 29.97fps720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps

720p @ 50fpsH.264 (decode only) 1080i @ 29.97fps

720p @ 59.94fps1080i @ 25fps720p @ 50fps

Table 1-10 High Definition Video Compression Specification for AVC-Intra

HD Coding AVC-Intra:

2 ingest + 0 play only


HD Decoding AVC-Intra:

0 ingest + 2 play only 0 ingest + 3 play only 0 ingest + 4 play only


Table 1-9 4 Channel Mode High Definition Video Compression Specifications(for servers connected via Media Host architecture)

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Storage NEXIO AMP can be connected to storage via direct Fibre Channel, NX1000MIOH,NX1010MIOH, or NX1011MIOH. For more information, contact yourHarris Sales

Representative.

RAIDRedundancy

The following table describes NEXIO AMP RAID redundancy specifications.

*Requires 2 SANs with identical configuration and capacity.

TimecodeConnection

Options

The following list describes the timecode connections options for NEXIO AMP.

RS-232

TCP/IP

Leitch clock interface

VITC reader, writer, and generator

Table 1-11 RAID Redundancy Specifications

Controller RAIDsoft software RAID management

system

RAID Protection SchemesPer Volume

RAID-3 (single drive parity; single drivefailure protection)-OR-ECC (multiple drive parity; dual drivefailure protection)

Intrinsic Mirroring

Protection Scheme (ifconfigured in your system)

Choice of RAID-3 or ECC storage

protection plus fully mirrored storagearea networks*

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Remote GPIControl

The following table describes the GPI control specifications for theNEXIO AMP.

RemoteSerialInterface

The following list describes the remote serial interface specifications for NEXIOAMP:

RS-422 ports for control of up to eight channels; one port can be allocated fora VTR

RJ-12 connector

Harris ADC VDCP pinout (seeNEXIO AMP RS-422 Pinouts on page 115)

Controls The following table describes NEXIO AMP control specifications.

Physical The following table describes NEXIO AMP size specifications.

Table 1-12 GPI Control Specifications for NEXIO AMP

Inputs 32 inputs (two 26-pin MDR connectors)

Outputs 16 outputs (two 26-pin MDR connectors)

Table 1-13 Control Specifications

Input/Output Ethernet, TCP/IP via socket or UDP

RS-422

GPIProtocols NEXIO Native Protocol

VDCP

Sony 9-Pin

Table 1-14 Size Specifications

Height 5.25 in. (13.4 cm); 3RU

Width 19 in. (48.3 cm)

Length 26 in. (71.4 cm) from the rack ears to the rear panel

Weight 47 lbs. (21.3 kg)

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Power Supply Redundant dual hot-swappable, dual load-sharing AC 115-120 V; 200-240 V, auto select

60/50 Hz

750 W

SupportedTelevision

Formats

NEXIO AMP supports the following television standard formats:

525 @ 29.97fps

625 @ 25fps

720p @ 59.94fps

720p @ 50fps

1080i @ 29.97fps

1080i @ 25fps

1080p @ 29.97fps

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2 Hardware Installation

This chapter describes how to install and begin using NEXIO AMP. This chapterincludes the following sections:

Rack Mountingon page 29

Connecting NEXIO AMPon page 31

Rack MountingThe NEXIO AMP comes with the rack mounting rails.

The following are installation requirements/recommendations:

Equipment Mount the chassis on an appropriate rack using the providedrack mounting and support equipment.

Power source Connect the power inlet to an adequate power source. Usinga UPS is strongly recommended. Connect each of the two redundant powersupply connections to a separate electrical circuit for added protection.

Adequate airflow NEXIO AMP frames require adequate airflow around thechassis to provide sufficient cooling. All components draw air in through thefront and exhaust via the rear of the frame. The surfaces must be clear ofobstructions to provide proper air circulation and cooling.

External device connections Video monitors and all connections toexternal devices should be available and in working order.

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Cable clearance Provide at least 2 inches of clearance in the rear of therack for cabling.

Ensure that the rack is anchored to the floor so that it cannot tip over whenNEXIO AMP is extended out of the rack.

To rack mount NEXIO AMP

1 Remove the slides from the rails.

2 Attach a slide to each side of the NEXIO AMP chassis. The release latch on the slidefaces the rear of the frame.

3 Attach an extension to the back of each rail to match the depth of your rack.

4 Attach the rails to the rack posts.

5 Pull the inner rail out until it locks.

6 Slide the NEXIO AMP into the rail until it stops; press the release latch on each slideand continue to slide the NEXIO AMP into the rail until it locks.

7 Press the release button on the outside of the rail and slide the NEXIO AMP all the

way into the rack.

Figure 2-1 Rack Mounting

front rack

posts

rear rackposts

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To remove NEXIO AMP from the rack

1 Stand in front of the NEXIO AMP and pull NEXIO AMP out as far as it will go.

2 Press the release latch on each side of the slide, and pull the NEXIO AMP out therest of the way.

For more information on rack mounting, see the NEXIO NX3801HDX InstallationQuick Start Guide.

Connecting NEXIO AMPThis section contains the following topics:

Rear Panel Port Connectorson page 31

Rear Panel Port Descriptionson page 34

Front Panel Descriptionson page 44

Rear PanelPort

Connectors

The NEXIO AMP rear panel is shown inFigure 2-2.

Figure 2-2 NEXIO AMP Rear Panel

The function of each connector is shown in Table 2-1. For additional information,seeRear Panel Port Descriptions on page 34.

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Table 2-1 NEXIO AMP Rear Panel Port Connectors

Port Description

SYS ID SYS ID Button Used to identify a server from the front.

Power SupplyAlarm Reset

Power Supply Alarm Reset Button Silences the power supply alarm.

Power Supplies Power Supply 1, Power Supply 2 Two hot swappable, redundant powersupplies.

HD/SD and SDI

Video

IN1, IN2, IN3, IN4 Four BNC connectors for HD-SDI and SDI

video inputs 1 through 4.

REF IN BNC connector for analog bi-level ortri-level reference input.

LOOP BNC connector for analog referencepassive loop-through. Loop output = REFIN input. If the loop-through is not used,connect a 75 terminator to this jack.

LOOP IN1, LOOP IN2, LOOP IN3,LOOP IN4

Four BNC connectors for loop-throughof inputs 1 through 4.

OUT1, OUT2, OUT3, OUT4 Four BNC connectors for HD-SDI and SDIvideo outputs 1 through 4.

AES Audio IN1 Four HD-BNC connectors for AES/EBUaudio input. Connect to these ports

when using AES/EBU audio and Dolby Efor input 1.

1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8

IN2 Four HD-BNC connectors for AES/EBUaudio input. Connect to these portswhen using AES/EBU audio and Dolby Efor input 2.

1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8

IN3 Four HD-BNC connectors for AES/EBU

audio input. Connect to these portswhen using AES/EBU audio and Dolby Efor input 3.

1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8

IN4 Four HD-BNC connectors for AES/EBUaudio input. Connect to these portswhen using AES/EBU audio and Dolby Efor input 4.

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OUT1 Four HD-BNC connectors for AES/EBU

audio output 1.1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8

OUT2 Four HD-BNC connectors for AES/EBUaudio output 2.

1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8


1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8


1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8

USB USB1 USB 2.0 port connector for mouse.

MOUSE

USB2 USB 2.0 port connector for keyboard.

KEYBOARDUSB3, USB4 Two unassigned USB 2.0 port

connectors.

RS232 RS232 9-pin D-sub connector for RS232 serialport connection.

PC Speaker PC SPKR Computer speaker port connector. Notused.

Fibre Channel PORT 0, PORT 1 Two 4Gb Fibre Channel connections toshared storage.

DVI DVI1, DVI2 Two DVI-I primary monitor connections.

Ethernet ETHERNET1, ETHERNET2,ETHERNET3, ETHERNET4

Four RJ-45, 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernetconnections.

GPI Ports GPI IN 1-16, 17-32 Two 26-pin MDR connectors for GPIinput.

GPI OUT 1-8, 9-16 Two 26-pin MDR connectors for GPIoutput.

COM Ports COM PORTS Eight RJ-12, RS-422 ports for serialcontrol.

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8

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Rear PanelPort

Descriptions

The following sections describe the NEXIO AMP rear panel port connections.

SYS ID

The SYS ID button enables you to identify a server from the front. When you pressthe SYS ID button, the front panel indicator illuminates so that you can easilyidentify the applicable server.

Power Supply Alarm ResetThe power supply alarm reset button silences the power supply alarm.

Power Supplies

NEXIO AMP has two redundant hot swappable power supplies located on the back

panel. Under normal operation both power supplies work in tandem spreading theload between them. In the event of a failure, the functional power supply providesall power needed by NEXIO AMP.

To identify and remove the failed power supply

1 Look at the status LED on the front of each power supply. The LED on the failedpower supply will not be illuminated.

Figure 2-3 Power Supply Module

2 To remove a power supply, push the release tab to the left.

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3 Hold the release tab to the left, grasp the power supply handle, and pull the powersupply out of the frame.

To insert a new power supply

1 Slide the replacement power supply into the empty slot.

2 Press firmly so that it clicks in place. If the power supply cord is in place, themodule's status LED will illuminate.

HD/SD and SDI VideoThe HD/SD SDI video ports use BNC connectors for HD-SDI and SDI video input andoutput.

Theports can be configured for SMPTE-259M SD or SMPTE-292M HD outputs.

Reference Ports

There are two reference ports on the NEXIO AMP back panel: REF IN and LOOP.

The reference ports use BNC connectors for analog bi-level or tri-level syncreference connection. A valid reference signal must be applied to the REF IN portwhen the system is configured for external sync.

Looping is not recommended. If you do loop, use caution when looping referencethroughout the server system. If one external cable fails or you replace a failed

server, you will compromise the reference signal to other servers in the loopedchain. Always terminate unused loop outputs with a 75 terminatorprovided inthe accessories bag).

Each frame should have its own reference for the source device to ensure correcttiming.

Referencing the Server System to the House Time Clock (Optional)

Refer to theNXUSBTC User Guidefor more information on referencing the NEXIOAMP to your house time clock. When recording from a satellite feed, apply framesynchronization hardware between the receiver and the video input channel. Thesynchronization hardware and the NEXIO AMP mainframe must be connected tothe house reference.

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In addition, refer to the NXUSBLTC User Guidefor support of one LTC input perchannel and one LTC output per channel. NXUSBLTC is ideal if you want topreserve LTC input timecode from VTRs and other sources, and if you are usingdownstream devices that require an LTC input, such as closed caption insertors.

When recording from a satellite feed, apply frame synchronization hardwarebetween the receiver and the video input channel. The synchronization hardwareand the NEXIO AMP mainframe must be connected to the house reference.

Do not use wire or plastic ties on cables as this can impede cable performance. Use

soft cable ties such as Velcro-based ties for wrapping cables.

The BNC connectors use coaxial cable to connect devices together. Use high-qualitycable suitable for HD-SDI with the NEXIO AMP frame, for example, the Belden1694A cable. Cable used for analog, SDI, and ASI devices may not be high enoughquality.

AES AudioThe audio ports use HD-BNC connectors for AES/EBU digital audio input.

RECORD 1 (5)and RECORD 2 (6) Supports a total of 4 pairs (8 channels) ofdigital audio in per video channel. Each input connector supports one pair of AES/EBU digital audio.

PLAY 1-4 Supports a total of 4 pairs (8 channels) of digital audio out per videochannel. Each output connector supports one pair of AES/EBU digital audio.

USB

There is a USB port designated for a USB keyboard and a USB port designated for aUSB mouse.

In addition, there are four available USB 2.0 ports. Two USB ports are located onthe front of NEXIO AMP. Two USB ports are located on the rear of NEXIO AMP. Theavailable USB ports can be used to connect devices to the server.

The following USB devices can be used as sources and destinations when movingcontent in and out of the server:

USB CD-ROM/R/RW drives (source only) USB DVD-ROM/RW/RAM drives (source only)

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USB hard drives

USB thumb drives

An FTP site created for a USB device is created as Foldertype rather than anFTPServertype.

NEXIO AMP supports USB 1.0, 1.1, and 2.0.

RS232

There is one serial port designated for RS232 communication. This port can be usedwith a supported Time Code Corrector module to lock the NEXIO AMP serversystem to your house time reference. For more information, see the NXUSBTCUser Guideand your Adrienne AEC Box (NXUSBTC) documentation.

PC Speaker

Computer speaker port connector. Not used.

Fibre Channel

Orange fiber optical cables (provided) are used to connect the frame to sharedstorage. These connections are used to pass video and audio data to and from the

ingest and playback channels.

PORT 0 Used for primary connection to storage.

PORT 1 Use only if directed by your system design.

DVI

The NEXIO AMP has two available DVI ports. This lets you simultaneously connecttwo monitors to the system.

DVI1 is the primary DVI port. DVI2 is optional. If the DVI2 connection is used, itsupports spanning of the desktop or a second simultaneous instance of thedesktop.

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Ethernet

NEXIO AMP is equipped with four Ethernet ports, labeled Ethernet 1, Ethernet 2,

Ethernet 3, and Ethernet 4. Each port is 10/100/1000 Mbps capable with fullautonegotiation. The ports may be flexibly used for NEXIO LAN, Media Host LAN,FTP, Proxy, and Protocol (control). Full duplex operation is always preferred fornetworks and is required for the NEXIO LAN. Category 5, 5e, or 6 cables must beused at 100 Mbps operation, and Category 5e or 6 cables are required foroperation at 1000 Mbps.

NEXIO AMP

The default Ethernet port allocations for NEXIO AMP are shown in Table 2-2.

1 Gigabit Ethernet is required.

The possible Ethernet port allocations for the NEXIO AMP are shown in Table 2-3.

1 Only available when a Media Host architecture is used.2 Gigabit Ethernet is required.3

No Teaming allowed.4 No FTP allowed on chassis when Media Host architecture is used.

Table 2-2 Default Ethernet Port Allocations for NEXIO AMP

EthernetPort NEXIO LAN FTP

1 Protocol(Control)

1

2

3

4

Table 2-3 Ethernet Port Allocations for NEXIO AMP

EthernetPort

NEXIO LAN Media HostLAN1

FTP2, 4 Proxy2 Protocol(Control)

1 3

2 3

3

4

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Standard Ethernet Configuration

The following sections describe the configurations for physical ports

Ethernet 1 and Ethernet 2 when used in the standard networkconfiguration.

If you need to enter values for Ethernet 3 or higher, enter the appropriate IPaddress(es) in NEXIOConfigLLMtab,NetDiskServerboxes (seeLLMonpage 89).

Ethernet 1 Port Configuration (default)

The following shows the default configuration from the factory:

Configured as the NEXIO LAN communications port

Preferred port for Ethernet based automation control (G1 only)

If you are using a direct connection:

1 InNEXIO Config, click theIP Configtab (seepage 82).

2 In theRolelist, selectNXLAN 1for Ethernet 1.

If you are using a Media Host architecture:


2 In theRolelist, selectNot Assignedfor all Ethernet connections.

3 In theHi-Res Net Server (MIOH)area, enter the IP address for Host 1 and Host 2.

FTP with Standard EthernetThe FTP Server can move both SD and HD content in and out of the server system.

The following rules apply for when moving content in and out of a servermainframe via FTP:

FTP Server module must be running on the mainframe that is used to moveclips in and out of the server system.

The FTP client controlling the transfer process may run on any computer thathas connectivity to the Ethernet port bound to the FTP service.

FTP cannot use the same Ethernet port as the low resolution proxy(PRXEncoder).

Protocol can be used via any Ethernet port. Ethernet ports 3 and 4 can beteamed for port redundancy. Do not team Ethernet ports 3 and 4 if they areused in servers with the low resolution proxy (PRXEncoder) application.

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If you are using FTP services:


2 In theRolelist, selectFTP LANfor the appropriate Ethernet connection (typicallyEthernet 3 or Ethernet 4).

Redundant Ethernet ConfigurationNEXIO AMP supports redundant Ethernet. Redundant Ethernet requires twophysical Ethernet switch infrastructures, one supporting the Ethernet 1 connectionsand the other supporting the Ethernet 2 connections. If one Ethernet port orinfrastructure fails, operation continues using the redundant port.

The two physical infrastructures must be supported by separate switches; or switchinfrastructures. The two physical infrastructures must be of the same caliber

hardware. For example, do not use a 1000BASE-T infrastructure on one side and a100BASE-T infrastructure on the other side.

If you need to enter values for Ethernet 3 or higher, enter the appropriate IPaddress(es) in NEXIOConfigLLMtab,NetDiskServerboxes (seeLLMonpage 89).

Warning: The redundant LAN feature is not designed to handle situations

where different networks are missing. For example, if Ethernet 1 cable ispulled from node 1, pulling an Ethernet 2 cable from any other node willcause Ethernet data flow to the NEXIO LAN to stop. In other words, anyone network can totally fail, but one network must remain intact.

The following Ethernet switches can be used for redundant Ethernet connectivity:

NXES40024

NXES40048

NXES45024

NXES45048

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Redundant Ethernet protects NEXIO LAN traffic (internodecommunications) only. It does not protect FTP, Protocol, or Proxycommunications.

Ethernet 1 Port Configuration (redundant)The following shows the default configuration from the factory:

Configured as a primary LAN communications port for NEXIO network traffic Supports Ethernet based automation control




If you are using a Media Host architecture:1 InNEXIO Config, click theIP Configtab (seepage 82).

2 In theRolelist, selectNot Assignedfor all Ethernet connections.


Ethernet 2 Port Configuration (redundant)The following shows the default configuration from the factory:

Configured as a redundant LAN communications port for NEXIO networktraffic

Supports Ethernet based automation control




If you are using a Media Host architecture:


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The FTP Server can move both SD and HD content in and out of the server system.FTP services are supported on any of the Ethernet port except a port being used forlow resolution proxy generation using PRXEncoder.

The following rules apply when moving content in and out of a server mainframevia FTP:

FTP Server module must be running on the mainframe that is used to moveclips in and out of the server system.

The FTP client controlling the transfer process may run on any computer thathas connectivity to the Ethernet port bound to the FTP service.

FTP cannot use the same Ethernet port as the low resolution proxy(PRXEncoder).

Protocol can be used via any Ethernet port. Ethernet ports 3 and 4 can beteamed for port redundancy. Do not team Ethernet ports 3 and 4 if they areused in servers with the low resolution proxy (PRXEncoder) application.

If Media Most architecture is used, no FTP support is allowed using anyEthernet port.

If you are using FTP services:


2 In theRolelist, selectFTP LANfor the appropriate Ethernet connection (typicallyEthernet 3 or Ethernet 4).

GPI Ports

The NEXIO AMP provides 4 GPI connectors.

GPI IN 1-16

GPI IN 17-32

GPI OUT 1-8 GPI OUT 9-16

GPI IN There are two GPI IN connectors. Each GPI IN connector manages 16 GPIinput triggers. Inputs can be used to trigger playlist functions such as play, stop,and record of each channel.

GPI OUT There are two GPI OUT connectors. Each GPI OUT connector manages

8 GPI output triggers. Outputs can be programmed to trigger certain events in thePlaylist and to indicate a RAIDset error.

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There are eight ports designated for RS-422 communications. They can all be used

to control channels on the server. COM port 7 or 8 can be used to connect a VTR.

COM ports 1 - 8 can be configured to control various channels (see Table 2-4).Each COM port can control only one channel. The COM ports are codec based,therefore codec 0 = channel 1, etc. For more information on configuring COMports, seeNEXIO AMP RS-422 Pinouts on page 115.

Table 2-4 Default COM Port Channel Configurations

Mode COM Port Codecs

2 channel mode COM Port 1 and 2 Codec 0 and 1 (channel 1 and 2)

3 channel mode COM Port 1, 2, and 3 Codec 0, 1, and 2 (channel 1, 2,and 3)

4 channel mode COM Port 1, 2, 3, and4

Codec 0, 1, 2, and 3 (channel 1, 2, 3,and 4)

6 channel mode COM Port 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,and 6

Codec 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 (channel 1,2, 3, 4, 5, and 6)

8 channel mode COM Port 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,6, 7, and 8

Codec 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7(channel 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8)

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Descriptions following (described below):

LED Indicators

LCD

LCD Keypad

Boot Drives

USB Ports

FireWire Port

SYS ID Indicator

Figure 2-4 NEXIO AMP Front Panel

LED IndicatorsThe LED indicators are on the front of NEXIO AMP. The LED Indicators are used tomonitor NEXIO AMP. For more information on monitoring NEXIO AMP, see LEDIndicatorson page 103.

USBPorts

LCD LCDKeypad

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The LCD and LCD keypad work together to provide a user interface that enables

you to power on, power off, and reset the system. You can also view status andmonitor the system using the arrow keys (for more information, see LCD KeypadButtonson page 109).

Figure 2-5 LCD Keypad

Power On/Reset ButtonThe power on/reset button enables you to turn on NEXIO AMP, and reset thesystem as described below:

Turn On press and hold the button for 5 seconds to power on the system.

System Reset when powered on; press and hold the button for 3 secondsto reset the system.

Power Off ButtonThe power off button enables you to shut down the system as described below:

Power Off press and hold the power off button for 5 seconds to shut downthe system.

Arrow ButtonsThe arrow buttons enable you to access information and system status. For moreinformation, seeLCD Keypad Buttons on page 109.

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NEXIO AMP has two boot drives. For information on replacing a drive, see

Replacing the Boot Driveon page 123.

USB Ports

The front of NEXIO AMP has two USB 2.0 ports. For more information, see USBonpage 36.

Firewire Port

NEXIO AMP has an IEEE1394 Firewire port connector that can be used for aportable storage device.

SYS ID Front Panel Indicator

The SYS ID back panel indicator illuminates when the SYS ID button on the backpanel is pressed. This allows you to identify the applicable server from the front.

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3 Getting Started

This chapter describes how to start and begin using the NEXIO AMP. This chapterincludes the following sections:

Starting NEXIO AMPon page 47

Startup Operationson page 51

Starting NEXIO AMPThis section describes how to start the NEXIO AMP and the initial startup tasks thatyou should perform. After you have performed the tasks described here, you should

run theUsing NEXIO Configon page 61to assign your video and audio I/Osettings.

To start NEXIO AMP

Press the power button on the front panel. Under normal operation, the NEXIOAMP server software starts when you start the server. The following applicationshortcuts appear on your desktop:

NEXIO Startup LLM

FTP Server

NXOS

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The NXOS Log On dialog box appears after you start the server and the LLM andNXOS applications are started (seeFigure 3-1). The first time you log on to NXOSthere are two default user accounts: Administrator and Guest. Log on to NXOSusing the default Administrator account.

Tip If you log on as a Guest, you do not need a password.

Table 3-1 Desktop Shortcuts

Shortcut Description

Starts the FTP Server, LLM, and NXOS. Use thisshortcut as the default method for starting theseapplications.

Starts the Low Level Module (LLM). The LLMapplication is the core software component for

communication and video/audio I/O in your NEXIOsystem.

Starts the FTP Server. The FTP Server lets you managethe transfer of content in and out of your NEXIOsystem.

Starts NXOS. NXOS is the built-in operating systemfor NEXIO servers. It provides the user interfacewhere you can encode, play out, and manage yourcontent. It also provides access to the followingoptional applications: ClipSync, Playlist, and Delay.

Starts NEXIO Config. NEXIO Config lets you changethe video and audio, and I/O control settings for yourvideo server.

Table 3-2 Default Administrator Account

User Name Administrator

Password system

NEXIO AMP


To log on to NXOS

1 In the Accounts list click Administrator The Administrator user name appears in
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1 In the Accounts list, clickAdministrator. The Administrator user name appears in

the User Name box (seeFigure 3-1).2 In the Password box, type system. This is the default password for the

Administrator account.

Figure 3-1 NXOS Log On Dialog Box

3 ClickLog on.

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TheNXOSmain window appears (see Figure 3-2). Your MediaBase clip list will beempty if no clips are stored on the server system.


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Figure 3-2 NXOS Main Window

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Once NEXIO AMP is successfully started, complete the following startup operationsto ensure the NEXIO AMP is operating properly:

Registering Your Softwareon page 51

Confirming Connection to Additional Systemson page 56

Verifying Audio and Video I/O Connectionson page 57

Testing Input and Output Signalson page 57

RegisteringYour

Software

Your software must be registered. Typically this gets done during thecommissioning process. If your software does not get registered during thecommissioning process, you can register your software. To register your softwareyou will need to send Harris BCD Support the deployment file (.dc file) for theparticular software and/or channels that you want to register. The .dc file is aunique encrypted file for each server. Therefore you must make sure that you name

each server with a unique name for easy identification.

The following procedure describes how to create the deployment (.dc) file that youneed to send to Harris BCD Support. This information can also be found on theSoftware Registration Cardprovided with your server.

If you have any questions about registering your software, contact BCD TechnicalSupport (seeTechnical Supporton page 6).

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To create the deployment (.dc) file

1 Navigate to theC:\Program Files (x86)\Harris\SLKfolder.


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Figure 3-3 SLK Folder

2 Double-clickRM.exeto open the Registration Manager.

Tip You can also clickStart> Programs> Harris> Software License Key >Registration Managerto open the Registration Manager.

If you are using NEXIO Software Release 5.7.1 or earlier, the Registration Manager

is located at C:\VR\SLK.

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Figure 3-4 Software License Key - Registration Manager

Tip You can click an application and then clickFeatures configurationto view a listof the features that are enabled.

3 ClickRegister.

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Figure 3-5 Save As Dialog Box

4 Name the deployment (.dc) file using the server name and the serial number (foundon the right hand side of the server).

Make sure to scan your USB stick before inserting it into the computer andagain before inserting it into the server to prevent viruses or malware.

5 Insert and locate your USB stick, and clickSave.

The following message appears telling you that the.dc file is generated.

Figure 3-6 Information Dialog Box

6 ClickOK.

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Harris BCD Support will send you a redistribution code (.rc) file.

8 Copy the.rc file to the USB stick and insert it into server.

9 Open theSoftware License Key - Registration Manageras described above.

10 In theOpendialog box, locate the USB stick and double-click the.rc file.

11 Run the appropriate application to complete the registration (e.g., NEXIO Config,PlayList, etc.)

TheSoftware License Key - Registration Managershows the application asregistered (seeFigure 3-7).

Figure 3-7 NEXIO Config Registered

You can now close theSoftware License Key - Registration Manager and startNEXIO Config as described above.

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ConfirmingConnection

TheLLM enables you to confirm that the NEXIO AMP is connected to additionalsystems by viewing information in the Nodes area.
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to AdditionalSystems

Figure 3-8 LLM Main Window

To confirm connection to additional systems

1 In theNodespane, confirm that the video server that you are currently logged onto and any other active nodes are displayed.

If you are connected via a Media Host architecture you will only see your own nodeand not the rest of the nodes in the system.

2 In theLogical Diskspane, confirm that logical disk D and any other volumes inyour SAN are displayed.

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Video I/OConnections

Testing Inputand Output

Signals

Test signals on all connected channels. You can verify input and output signals byrecording and playing back a test clip.

To test I/O signals on a channel1 In the channel window, clickAdd ID(seeFigure 3-9).

Figure 3-9 Channel WindowTheAdd IDdialog box appears (see Figure 3-10).

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Figure 3-10 Add ID Dialog Box

2 In theID box enter the name of the new clip. This is the name of your test clip.

3 In theDurationbox enter a time duration for the test clip. Thirty seconds to 2

minutes is recommended.

4 ClickOK.

The new ID name appears in the ID box in the channel window and in theMediaBase window. The Record button (seeFigure 3-11) is available indicatingthat the clip is ready to record.

Figure 3-11 Ready to Record

5 Left-click (hold) + right-click theRecordbutton, or pressCTRL Q.

The record button appears red (see Figure 3-12). This indicates the clip is beingrecorded. The current record duration is displayed at the top of the window.

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Figure 3-12 Recording6 Once the recording is complete, play the test clip back in an available playout

channel by doing one of the following:

a If you used a bi-directional channel, rewind the clip and clickPlay.

b Load the clip into a play only window.

7 Confirm successful playback on a connected monitor.

8 If the video server has a second ingest channel, repeat the procedure above forChannel 2 ingest.

To test output signals on remaining playout channels

1 Select the channel window (seeFigure 3-13).

Figure 3-13 Channel 2 Window

2 Select a clip in MediaBase.

3 Drag the selected clip from MediaBase and drop it in the channel window.

4 PressPlay.

5 Confirm playback on a connected monitor.

6 Repeat Steps 1 though 5 for all configured playback channels.

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You can also verify output by dragging a clip from an ingest channel window to aplayout channel window. For example, drag a clip from Channel 1 and drop it inChannel 3. You may do this while recording a clip in Channel 1. Press the Play

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NEXIO Config OverviewNEXIO Config enables you to easily configure all of the settings for your NEXIO AMPservers. You can create and save these settings in configuration presets to use at anytime, or copy presets between servers for fast, reliable setup of multiple servers.

In this chapter you will learn how to work with configuration presets. You will alsobe provided detailed information on each NEXIO Config window.

This chapter includes the following sections:

Starting NEXIO Configon page 62

Working with Configuration Presetson page 63 NEXIO Config Windowson page 68

NEXIO Config is intended to be run while the LLM is not running. Most changesmade within NEXIO Config require a restart of the LLM for the changes to takeeffect.

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