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  • Page 1 manual O P E R A T I O N S...
  • Page 2 ™ MAXX-1200-HD / MAXX-1200-EX ™ ™ High Definition Video Servers Operations Manual Rev. 1.8 June. 2012 Software version 1.08.561 Copyright 2012, 360 Systems © All rights reserved Printed in the United States of America...
  • Page 3 Page 2 MAXX-1200 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Product Improvements and Upgrades.........12 Trademarks ................12 Software Copyrights ..............12 Video/Audio Copyright Reminder ..........12 Introduction _________________________________________________________ 13 Key Features and Benefits ..............16 Applications for 360 Systems Servers .............17 Accessory Information ................18 Installation___________________________________________________________ 19 Unpacking .....................19 Package Contents...............19 Important Installation Notes ..............20 System Cooling ................20...
  • Page 5 Monitor..................27 Serial Port ..................27 USB Ports...................27 AC Power ..................27 Basic Operations______________________________________________________ 28 The Server Desktop................28 Launching the Graphic User Interface ........28 Shutting Down the Server ............28 Graphic User Interface Overview............29 System Menu Bar ...............30 Show Menu ................30 Edit Menu ..................30 Windows Menu .................30 Help Menu ................31 The Status Bar ................31...
  • Page 6 System Configuration................50 Assigning Names to the Server and Transport Channels....50 Programming GPIO Outputs ............51 Programming GPI Inputs ............52 Configuring the Network............53 Setting the Date and Time ............55 Clip Navigator ..................56 Renaming and Deleting Clips.............56 Sorting Clips ................56 Filtering the Clip Display............56 Finding Clips................57 Finding Clips Using Wildcards ...........57 Finding Clips Using Regular Expressions ........58...
  • Page 7 Network Time Protocol ________________________________________________ 87 Automatic Date/Time Updates ...........87 Connecting to the Internet............87 Configuring NTP ................88 Selecting the Time Zone.............88 Entering Network Parameters .............89 Automation Control ___________________________________________________ 91 Remote Serial Control ..............91 Configuring the Automation Interface.........92 Other Automation Options............94 Tested Automation Controllers ...........96 Tested Remote Control Panels and Switchers ......96 Remote Workstation Interface __________________________________________ 97 System Requirements ..............97...
  • Page 8 Updating Firmware ................118 Replacing a Hard Drive ...............120 Factory Repair Policy ................121 Regulatory Certifications ..............121 Safety..................121 Radio Interference Compliance ..........121 Product Warranty____________________________________________________ 123 End User License Agreement___________________________________________ 124 For Server Software ..............124 Appendix A _________________________________________________________ 126 Connector Specifications ..............126 Audio XLR-3 Connector Pinout ..........126 Serial Control Connector Pinout..........126 BNC Connectors ..............127 GPIO Connector ..............127...

  • Page 10: Preface

    This manual provides installation, setup and operating instructions for 360 Systems’ MAXX-1200-HD and 1200-EX video servers. It is organized to provide quick access to topics of primary interest. An extensive Table of Contents is provided at the beginning and a subject Index at the end, to assist in locating information.

  • Page 11: Safety Notices

    • Only qualified personnel should perform installation and service. Refer to appropriate sections of this product manual for instruction. Contact 360 Systems Customer Support for further explanation, or to clarify any uncertainty. • Disconnect the power cord before removing the cover.

  • Page 12: Important Safety Instructions

    Important Safety Instructions These instructions are required per applicable safety standards. Read these instructions. Keep these instructions. Heed all warnings. Follow all instructions. Do not use this apparatus near water. Clean only with dry cloth. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

  • Page 13: Product Damage Precautions

    Important: As the owner of new capital equipment, you will want to take advantage of product information, enhancements, upgrades, or notifications issued by 360 Systems. Send in your Warranty Card so 360 Systems can remain in contact with you. Mail or fax it to 360 Systems offices in the USA at the address given below.

  • Page 14: Introduction

    360 Systems’ MAXX-1200-HD™ and MAXX-1200-EX™ are three channel, high-definition video recorder/servers designed for broadcast, production, and Pro A/V applications. They can play three independent video streams at once, or record one stream and play two. The MAXX-1200-HD stores approximately 70 hours of JPEG-2000 encoded video , or 140 hours in the MAXX-1200-EX, with eight audio channels per video stream.
  • Page 15 Compatibility with Automation Controllers MAXX servers work with automation controllers from many different manufacturers, accepting VDCP, Odetics or BVW protocols for 9-pin control of each server channel. 360 Systems’ business partners provide automation controllers for applications ranging from affordable systems for Pro- AV, up to large-scale broadcast solutions.
  • Page 16 Reliability Counts 360 Systems has 37 years experience manufacturing equipment for television broadcast and industries that require elevated reliability. We have over 30,000 hard disk products in service around the world. We understand quality and reliability, and protecting your stored content.

  • Page 17: Key Features And Benefits

    Key Features and Benefits The MAXX-1200 is designed from the ground up to deliver outstanding performance and value as a high-definition broadcast quality server. Three video outputs, a Gigabit Ethernet port, and multiple audio formats make it an excellent and affordable choice for the transition to high definition.

  • Page 18: Applications For 360 Systems Servers

    Applications for 360 Systems Servers The MAXX-1200 adds value to many applications in broadcasting, cable distribution, video production, Pro A/V, entertainment and sports. It provides immediate record and playback of any source, lending a spontaneous appearance to broadcasts, presentations and live events.

  • Page 19: Accessory Information

    MAXX-1200 is ordered. Maintenance Spares 360 Systems is committed to keeping your server on air. Having spare parts on hand in the event of a fault is a good practice in broadcast and other high-reliability applications. Hard disk spares are a requirement for continuous long-term operation.

  • Page 20: Installation

    There must be at least three inches (75 mm) of space between the product and outer container. The corners of the product must be fully protected. Package Contents Confirm that all items on the packing list have been received. Contact 360 Systems if any item is missing. MAXX-1200 server Keyboard 2-Button Scroll Mouse.

  • Page 21: Important Installation Notes

    It is the station operator’s job to plan for and overcome such contingencies. The minimum requirement for the MAXX-1200-HD or MAXX-1200-EX server is 3 amps. UPS units designed for handling short-term power line problems come in two varieties:...
  • Page 22 360 Systems’ engineers have experience with thousands of installations, and have become aware of a number of environmental factors that can adversely affect performance. Two of these have already been discussed: power conditioning and inadequate cooling.

  • Page 23: About Server Software

    About Server Software The MAXX-1200 is shipped with its application programs and operating system installed. The first time that it is started, it must be connected to a keyboard, monitor and mouse. The server will ask you to accept the Software Licensing Agreement before it will operate. This screen will only appear during the initial startup.

  • Page 24: Server Hardware Interface

    Server Hardware Interface Front Panel Elements Reset (Power ON/OFF) Button The front panel Reset button initiates start-up and shut-down of the server. Press it momentarily to start the server. A sequence of start-up screens will appear, presenting the 3-channel graphic user interface.
  • Page 25 MAXX-1200 Rear Panel Mouse connector (3) 9-pin serial control inputs 6 XLR-3M analog audio outputs Keyboard connector GPI I/O, 26-pin female 2 XLR-3F analog audio inputs Video monitor, 15-pin 3 HD-SDI video outputs Gigabit Ethernet 3 HDMI video outputs (optional) Genlock Input 1 HD-SDI video input AC Power connector...

  • Page 26: Rear Panel Elements

    Rear Panel Elements Video Inputs The server accepts baseband video in HD-SDI format (SMPTE 292M) and records on channel #1. The input has an internal 75-ohm termination. Encoding is JPEG-2000. Video Outputs Three video outputs are provided in HD-SDI (SMPTE 292M) format. Three additional HDMI outputs are available, but must be specified as a factory-installed option when the server is ordered.

  • Page 27: Serial Control Ports

    or if a different source sample rate is present, the server’s input sample rate converter must be selected. Encoded audio streams such as Dolby E® must be referenced to the incoming video signal, and the input sample rate converters must be disabled during recording. Serial Control Ports Each of the server’s three 9-pin serial inputs can control any of the three video channels.

  • Page 28: Keyboard

    1024 x 768 pixels, with a refresh rate of 72 Hz. This is best-viewed on 17-inch or larger monitors. 360 Systems does not include a monitor with the server. Do not use older monitors that are not VESA compliant. The server may not start properly if an unsuitable monitor is connected.

  • Page 29: Basic Operations

    Basic Operations This section introduces the Graphic User Interface (GUI), its menus and operating controls. If you want to skip ahead to learn how to record a clip, go to page 38. Skip to page 45 to read about playing a clip. The graphic user interface is a convenient way to manage server operations.

  • Page 30: Graphic User Interface Overview

    Graphic User Interface Overview Once the server has successfully powered up, the VGA monitor will display the GUI of Figure 1. This view provides • A main System Menu bar for configuration operations • A Status Bar that displays various system messages •...

  • Page 31: System Menu Bar

    System Menu Bar The System Menu bar contains four menus: Show, Edit, Windows and Help. Show Menu Contains selections for the three Channels and the clip management windows. Channel 1 Channel 2 Channel 3 Opens the specified window if it is closed, brings it to the top and activates it. Key Commands –...

  • Page 32: Help Menu

    Help Menu Contains a single item, About, which displays the server software versions, serial number and Unit ID. The Status Bar A status bar appears at the bottom of the window that provides system information to the user including , and —...

  • Page 33: The Transport Channel View

    The Transport Channel View The Transport Channel View is shown in Figure 2. This is the default view of each channel. Basic transport operations such as play, stop, record, and head/tail trimming appear in the Clip Transport window for each channel. These operate in familiar VTR fashion. Figure 2 - Transport Channel View Transport Menu Bar There are two menus, File and Options.

  • Page 34: Options Menu

    Save As Opens the Clip Navigator to allow saving an edited version of the clip with a new name. This allows making alternate versions of a clip or making multiple segments of a master clip. Key Command – Ctrl+A. Playlist Switches from Transport View to Playlist View.

  • Page 35: Playlist Menu Bar

    The Playlist Channel View The Playlist Channel View is shown in Figure 3. This view allows multiple clips to be loaded in a “playlist” and played in sequence. Figure 3 - Playlist Channel View Playlist Menu Bar There are two menus, File and Options. File Menu Open Opens the Clip Navigator to allow choosing a clip to load into the transport.

  • Page 36: Options Menu

    Save As Opens the Clip Navigator to allow saving an edited version of the clip with a new name. This allows making alternate versions of a clip or making multiple segments of a master clip. Key Command – Ctrl+A Rename Opens the Playlist Selection dialog to allow renaming the currently loaded Playlist Transport Switches from Playlist View to Transport View.

  • Page 37: Initial System Configuration

    Initial System Configuration Selecting a Sync Reference In many applications, this server and downstream equipment connected to it must be referenced to a common genlock source (SMPTE 170M or ITU-R-BT.470). A BNC connector is provided on the rear panel to receive a genlock signal. It has a 75-ohm termination. An internal crystal reference is also provided so that the server can be used as a stand-alone player, and also for convenience for testing.

  • Page 38: Selecting A Video Format

    Selecting a Video Format The MAXX-1200 can record and play video in six high definition video formats: 1080i @ 59.94 Hz 1080i @ 50 Hz 1080i @ 24 PsF 720p @ 59.94 Hz 720p @ 50 Hz 1080i @ 23.98 PsF To select a video format, go to Edit/Configure/Timing dialog on the GUI.

  • Page 39: Making A Recording From The Gui

    Making a Recording from the GUI Video recordings are made using the Transport View of Channel 1. Channel 1 can record or play clips, but cannot do both at the same time. Channels 2 and 3 are playback only. Use the following steps to make a recording.

  • Page 40: Setting The Audio Input Source

    Setting the Audio Input Source Select OPTIONS >CONFIGURE from the Channel 1 Transport Window. The Dialog box in Figure 5 appears. • Select an Audio Input by clicking the desired button. • Click APPLY or OK. Embedded audio is eight tracks contained in the HD-SDI input video stream. AES/EBU Digital Audio refers to audio I/O from the optional DXP-2 multi-channel module.

  • Page 41: Audio Rate Conversion

    Figure 6 - Audio Delay Time Offset Audio Rate Conversion • Converting the sample rate for audio applies only to AES/EBU digital audio. It is not relevant to analog audio, or Embedded audio. Select OPTIONS >CONFIGURE from the Channel 1 Transport Window.

  • Page 42: Setting Vanc Line Selections

    Setting VANC Line Selections Select OPTIONS >CONFIGURE from the Channel 1 Transport Window. The Dialog box in Figure 5 appears. • Check the VANC box if Vertical interval ANCillary data (VANC) is to be recorded along with video. • The VANC line selection data entry box will become active. Enter desired line numbers, separated by a comma.

  • Page 43: Making A Crash Recording

    Making a Crash Recording Press Record whenever Channel 1 reports that it is IDLE. A filename will be created starting with “new” and the date and ending with a take number, and the recording will start immediately. Making a Named Recording From the Channel 1 Transport Window, Select FILE>NEW.

  • Page 44: Monitoring A Recording Source With E-E Mode

    Figure 8 - Channel 1 Ready to Record Click the RECORD button at any time to begin recording. The yellow time display counters will update the clip duration continually. To stop recording, click STOP. Note: An in-progress recording must be 2 seconds long before it will appear in the clip list. Hitting the STOP button to end the recording after less than 2 seconds will also cause the clip to appear in the clip list.
  • Page 45 Under automation control, Auto E-E behavior is slightly different than under GUI control. The server will remain in E-E ON mode until a transport control command (Play, Stop, Jog, etc) is received. After receiving such a command, the server will remain in E-E OFF mode until record mode is entered.

  • Page 46: Playing A Clip From The Gui

    Playing a Clip from the GUI All three server channels can play video, individually or simultaneously. Channel 1 can record or play, but not both at once. Follow these steps to play back a clip. Beginning Playback 1. Select FILE >OPEN from the Transport Window of Channel 1, 2 or 3. The Clip Navigator shown in Figure 9 will appear.

  • Page 47: Ejecting A Clip

    Ejecting a Clip Ejecting a clip effectively removes it from the transport. The channel will output Black. Press EJECT if desired. Using Jog The JOG + command will move to the next frame and go to Still. The JOG - command will move to the previous frame and go to Still.

  • Page 48: Using Shuttle To Control Playback Speed

    Shuttle control. For faster playback from the GUI, use the FAST FORWARD or REWIND buttons as described in the preceding section. In sports, slow-motion control is usually accomplished with a desk-top slow-mo controller, such as those made by DNF Controls and others. These provide a hands-on experience far preferable to using the GUI.

  • Page 49: Editing A Clip

    Editing a Clip Edit controls are activated with the Edit check box. Several buttons are available to define the beginning and end of a region within a clip; associated time code displays are also present. These non-destructive Mark In and Mark Out trim points can be set to define a portion of a clip to be played.
  • Page 50 The values in this display window may be set by two methods: • Enter Mark In point from the keyboard: Use the mouse or Tab key to move between In and Out fields. When a field is highlighted, enter a numeric value from the keyboard. •...

  • Page 51: System Configuration

    System Configuration The following configuration options apply to the System as a whole and not to individual channel transports. Assigning Names to the Server and Transport Channels The server can be assigned a name that will be displayed along the top of the Main GUI Window.

  • Page 52: Programming Gpio Outputs

    Programming GPIO Outputs The MAXX 1200-HD has six General Purpose Outputs, referred to as GPO 1 through GPO 6. Each GPO can be programmed to go active on the selected channel when one of the following events occurs: IDLE when the transport returns to idle PAUSED when the transport is paused STOPPED...

  • Page 53: Programming Gpi Inputs

    Programming GPI Inputs The MAXX-1200 has six General Purpose Inputs, referred to as GPI 1 through GPI 6. Each GPI can be programmed to trigger one of the following events on a channel. Cue a clip JUMP Cue selected clip for immediate playback (Playlist Mode only) NEXT Prepare next clip in a playlist for playback (Playlist Mode only) PAUSE...

  • Page 54: Configuring The Network

    Configuring the Network The server provides a number of user settings that configure it for use as a practical network. These will be found on the Configure Network tab shown below. The NET-1 Ethernet port on the server has a unique IP Address. In this way, each server can be identified on the network.
  • Page 55 Disable Network [X] This selection turns the network access OFF or ON. The default is Disabled (the box is checked). To Enable the network connection, click the box to un-check it. Disabling the network can be used to deny access to the server from the network for security purposes. Enabling/Disabling DHCP [X] Enabling DHCP will configure the network interface automatically.

  • Page 56: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time Click EDIT >CONFIGURE >DATE/TIME. The dialog below appears. Figure 14 - Time/Date Configuration Screen Select the according to your geographical location and time zone by scrolling REGION ZONE with the scroll-bar as necessary and then clicking on the selected value. Set the by clicking on the Time/Date field and navigating the clock and calendar.

  • Page 57: Clip Navigator

    Clip Navigator The MAXX-1200’s Clip Navigator is used to find, select, delete, name, and rename clips. • Clips can be dragged and dropped anywhere on a Transport for immediate playback. • Selected single or multiple clips can be dragged into a Playlist. See page 61. Click SHOW >CLIPLIST from the main pulldown menu to display the Clip Navigator.

  • Page 58: Finding Clips

    Finding Clips Clips can be easily found using the Clip Locator. To locate a clip: 1. Click SHOW>FIND CLIPS. The Clip Locator screen of Figure 16 appears. 2. Check Case Sensitive to make the search case-sensitive. 3. Check Stop After First Match to find only the first match. 4.

  • Page 59: Finding Clips Using Regular Expressions

    Finding Clips Using Regular Expressions A regular expression (“RE”) specifies a pattern to be matched in a clip name. Regular expressions can contain both special and ordinary characters. Ordinary characters just match themselves. Thus, the RE “ ” would match the “night” in the clip name “Tonight Show”, night so this and any other clip name with “night”...

  • Page 60: Using Playlists

    Using Playlists MAXX-1200’s Advanced Playlisting software provides extensive tools for building, editing and playing complex sequences of program content. Advanced Playlisting appears as on-screen windows, with an intuitive Graphic User Interface that makes it easy to operate without extra equipment. It’s invaluable for building commercial breaks, news rundowns, still-store and clip lists. You can create and store as many playlists as needed, each with its own unique name.

  • Page 61: The Playlist View

    The Playlist View The Playlist View for channel 1 is shown in Figure 17. Its functions are briefly described here. Table 1 provides an overview of Playlist control functions and their associated hot-keys. Figure 17 - Channel 1 Playlist View FUNCTION DESCRIPTION / REFERENCE INVOKE...

  • Page 62: Creating And Running A Playlist

    Creating and Running a Playlist To Create a Playlist (Using channel 1 in the example): 1. Change the transport for Channel 1 to the Playlist View. Click FILE >PLAYLIST in the Channel 1 transport pulldown menu. The window of Figure 18 appears. 2.

  • Page 63: Loading A Playlist (File>Open)

    Figure 19 – Active Playlist 7. To SAVE the Playlist select FILE >SAVE-AS. Enter a file name. Click SAVE. 8. To SAVE an existing playlist without changing the name, use FILE >SAVE. Loading a Playlist (FILE>OPEN) Click FILE >OPEN from the Playlist View to bring up the list of available Playlists. Double-click on a playlist to load it.

  • Page 64: Stopping Playlist (Stop)

    Stopping Playlist (STOP) Click STOP to halt a Playlist. Pausing Playlist (PLAY/PAUSE) When a Playlist is running, the PLAY key will change to indicate PAUSE. Pressing PAUSE stops the Playlist immediately, on the current frame of a clip. Pressing it again will resume playback.

  • Page 65: Automatic Scrolling To Currently Playing Clip (Home)

    Automatic Scrolling to Currently Playing Clip (HOME) Click HOME to make the currently playing clip visible in the Playlist View window. . If no clip is playing, then the currently-cued clip is displayed. This is helpful if you have manually scrolled elsewhere in a large Playlist.

  • Page 66: Editing Playlists

    Editing Playlists Removing Clip from Playlist To remove a Clip from a Playlist: • Make sure the clip to be removed is not PLAYING CUED • Position the cursor over the Clip and right-click. Select from the pulldown menu. REMOVE Removing All Clips Above or Below the Selected Clip All clips above or below the selected clip can be removed unless a CUED or PLAYING clip is affected.

  • Page 67: Changing Duration Of Clips In A Playlist

    Changing Duration of Clips in a Playlist Make sure the EDIT checkbox is checked in the Playlist View window. Position the cursor over a clip and right-click. Select EDIT DURATION from the pulldown menu. Enter a duration in the Duration window. The minimum duration is 3 seconds. The entry may be in one of these formats.

  • Page 68: Mapping Gpi To Control A Playlist

    Figure 21 - GPO Configuration Screen Figure 22 - GPO Editor Mapping GPI to Control a Playlist Playlists can be controlled with the Six GPI Inputs. See Programming GPI Inputs on page 52. MAXX-1200 Owner’s Manual Page 67...

  • Page 69: Advanced Topics

    Advanced Topics System Timing The MAXX-1200 is equipped for use with an external genlock signal as a timing reference. This causes all outputs to be synchronous with other video in a system. Select the use of genlock reference by clicking the Video Sync External radio button. When External is selected, adjustment of Genlock Timing will fine tune this synchronization to compensate for differences in equipment and wiring.

  • Page 70: Using Embedded Audio

    User bits in the HD-SDI embedded audio stream are not supported. • 20 bit Dolby® E is supported with 360 Systems’ Bit-for-Bit® technology. Using Audio Sample Rate Conversion A check-box is provided to engage built-in sample rate converters for incoming AES/EBU audio tracks, which are then converted to a 48K broadcast standard synchronized by video genlock.

  • Page 71: Ganging Channels For Synchronized Playback

    Ganging Channels for Synchronized Playback Up to three video channels can be ganged together for frame-accurate playback. They may be used for key and fill material (either stills or clips), or multi-channel playout of presentations, such as synchronized matte backdrops on News Broadcasts, or multi-screen projection. The channels can be ganged in the following combinations: •...

  • Page 72: Combined Video And Graphics Capability

    An automation system could, for example, issue a VDCP Cue command to Channel 2 for a clip called “logo”. Channel 3 would automatically be loaded with clip “logo_”. A Still or Play command sent to Channel 2 would cause both Channels 2 and 3 to display the fill and key clips, respectively.

  • Page 73: Still Frames

    Note that when Exporting from some NLEs such as Final Cut Pro, you must Export to a storage volume that is considered a Macintosh volume in order to create compatible .mov files that are over 2GB. This can be an issue when attempting to Export directly to network storage locations. In practice this amounts to a maximum clip duration of about 4 seconds.

  • Page 74: Ftp File Transfers

    FTP File Transfers The MAXX-1200 connects over Gigabit Ethernet using an RFC-1359 compliant FTP server. File transfers to and from the server are managed from an FTP client file transfer program running on a Windows® or Macintosh® computer. This provides a rapid way to execute drag-and-drop file transfers;...
  • Page 75 “anonymous”, the other is “mxf”. The difference is that the files will be displayed and served in the .mxf format when logging in as mxf, or in the 360 Systems .vfc format when logging in as “anonymous”. Files of either type can be uploaded regardless of the login method, however it is best to log in as mxf to load .mxf files or anonymous to load .vfc files.
  • Page 76 Transfer Time for 1 minute of video Download Workload Upload to MAXX (or MAXX-to-MAXX FXP transfer) IDLE 14 seconds (45.0 MB/s or 360 Mb/s) 28 seconds (22.5 MB/s or 180 Mb/s) 1 Channel Playing 14 seconds (45.0 MB/s or 360 Mb/s) 28 seconds (22.5 MB/s or 180 Mb/s) 3 Channels Playing 15 seconds (39.4 MB/s or 315.2 Mb/s)
  • Page 77 When transferring files as mxf, only the material between the edit points is transferred. This means that: • Transfer of a file with head and tail points set will remove portions before the head and after the tail. The original length of the file cannot be referenced in a restored copy. •...
  • Page 78 Before Transfer (On Source MAXX) 00:00:00;00 00:30:00;00 CLIP_A 00:10:00;00 00:20:00;00 IN POINT OUT POINT After Transfer (On Target MAXX) 00:10:00;00 00:20:00;00 CLIP_A.vfc Figure 25 – Result of a VFC file transfer When transferring edited material, keep in mind that you are making copies of the data on the target device.
  • Page 79 JPEG2000 format .mxf files from the Grass Valley Infinity camcorder are also compatible. JPEG-2000 (.vcf) JPEG-2000 files are also available in .vcf, a proprietary 360 Systems format. This is a very simple collection of the native component files. It has some minor performance advantages over .mxf and can be useful in certain applications.
  • Page 80 Use File>Export>Quicktime Conversion (this is specific to Final Cut Pro, other programs may differ). Settings: Frame Rate = usually can be Current to reflect the timeline setting, but the rate for 720p is 59.94, the rate for 1080i is 29.97 with Field Dominance set to Upper (Odd). (Note that some Quicktime codec user interfaces use fps, which may mean either fields or frames.

  • Page 81: Using Maxx-Hd With The Edius Nle

    Using MAXX-HD with the Edius NLE Edius is a non-linear video editing program for PC computers available from Grass Valley Group. It is a full featured editor including titling, video effects, audio processing and compatibility with a wide variety of video formats. MAXX-HD files can be placed directly on the timeline without any transcoding, and rendering time for unmodified video sections is extremely fast as no transcoding is required.
  • Page 82 The Select Exporter Plug In dialog appears. In the window on the left, select Infinity. In the Exporter section in the window on the right, select Infinity JPEG2000. Select Export Between In and Out if desired. This allows exporting of only the portion of the timeline between the In and Out markers.
  • Page 83 Figure 27 – 720p Configuration Click on the Disk icon at the bottom of the Select Exporter Plug In dialog (see the bottom of Figure 26) to save the settings as a Preset. Enter the desired Preset Name and Description. The recommended bit rate is 75 Mbps.
  • Page 84 Figure 28 – Export Dialog Select the Folder option and click Browse to specify the output directory. Enter a Clip Name. Leave Playlist selection set to “Same as clipname”. Click OK to start the Export. MAXX-1200 Owner’s Manual Page 83...
  • Page 85 For this example the output directory was F:\HDVideoFilesOn13T\Edius. After the export, two folders are created there, Clips and Playlists. The Playlists folder is unimportant; the Clips folder is where the output folders will be found Each clip has its own folder. In this example, the Clip name was ExportExample.
  • Page 86 Creating a Project and a Project Preset When using Edius to edit video primarily sourced from the MAXX-HD, there is no question that the project parameters detailed here should be used. However, if you are primarily using material from other sources, or delivering to other formats, it may be more efficient to use other Project formats and simply rely on the Export process to output to JPEG2000.
  • Page 87 Figure 29 – 1080i Project Configuration Figure 30 – 720p Project Configuration Note that the VA track includes a stereo audio track, so the 6 “A” tracks make up the remainder of the 8 tracks used by MAXX-HD. Page 86 MAXX-1200 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 88: Network Time Protocol

    Network Time Protocol Automatic Date/Time Updates When using server play-lists in broadcast applications, an accurate record is often needed of what was played and when. The server’s As-Run logging feature creates such a record, time stamping each played clip using the machine’s internal date/time clock. Very accurate time stamping can be achieved by synchronizing the server’s clock to an external time base that is referenced to Coordinated Universal Time (UTC).

  • Page 89: Configuring Ntp

    Configuring NTP The server GUI is used to set the time zone and to enter the networking parameters. The local GUI must be used, as these configuration screens are not available on the Remote Workstation Interface. Selecting the Time Zone Starting at the main menu bar, Click Edit >Configure >Date-Time screen.

  • Page 90: Entering Network Parameters

    Entering Network Parameters From the GUI’s main menu bar, click EDIT>CONFIGURE>NETWORK. The screen of Figure 33 below appears. Make sure the basic network parameters have been entered. Figure 33 - Network Configuration Screen Disable Network: uncheck Host Name: (Any name will suffice, but since this name appears on each line of the server’s diagnostic logs, it is a good idea to keep this short.) The name should also be unique from other devices on the network.
  • Page 91 The nonprofit Internet Systems Consortium, Inc. (ISC) maintains sites that automatically return lists of public time servers to an NTP client such as the server. Hence, the NTP Servers field is initially filled in with the URL’s for these sites (0.pool.ntp.org, for example). Of course, this list can be overwritten with the addresses of specific time servers you may want to use.

  • Page 92: Automation Control

    Automation Control MAXX-1200’s serial control ports allow operation with many broadcast automation systems, instant replay panels, video switchers, and remote control devices. For compatibility with simple controllers and push buttons, the server also provides six GPI (contact closure) inputs, and six programmable-command outputs. Remote Serial Control The server’s three serial control ports (9-pin, EIA-422) permit independent control of its three video channels.

  • Page 93: Configuring The Automation Interface

    Controller Priority Only one serial controller can take control of a given video channel at a time. In general, the first controller to gain control of a video channel will have exclusive control; this prevents conflicting commands that would cause unexpected behavior. The only exception is that the graphic user interface can immediately take control of a channel by de-selecting Serial Control in that channel’s dialog window.
  • Page 94 Figure 35 - Serial Port Configuration Screen Setting the Automation Source Directory By default, automation equipment will access the Home or Root directory as a source of clips. The directory accessed by automation equipment can be set for each port as follows. Select the port to be used (COM1, COM2, COM3 or COM4 ).

  • Page 95: Other Automation Options

    Segregating material for different broadcast channels • Content can be placed in a folder for each channel, and played out by separate automation systems or controllers. Each channel can run completely independently – there can be duplicate file names with different content, and the opportunity for airing content on the wrong channel is greatly reduced.
  • Page 96 Ignore Preroll Commands A minimum three frame pre-roll is required to allow the server time to respond to serial commands. Automation systems and remote controllers often specify other values, and send commands to set the preroll. See the documentation for your controller or automation to find out how to set the preroll value.

  • Page 97: Tested Automation Controllers

    Tested Automation Controllers 360 Systems video servers have been tested by us and the manufacturers of equipment listed below, and found to operate correctly. This list is not comprehensive, and the inclusion or absence of a product does not indicate a preference for any make or model. Operational variations do exist between makes and models.

  • Page 98: Remote Workstation Interface

    Remote Workstation Interface The Remote Workstation Interface is a software application that provides full control of the server from PC workstations located within a facility. A remote workstation can access one or more video channels of the server to perform ingest, playback, trimming, playlisting, traffic operations or monitoring of server activities.

  • Page 99: About The Remote Workstation Interface

    Figure 36 - Remote Workstation Deployments About the Remote Workstation Interface The Remote Workstation Interface consists of a CD-ROM or USB flash drive carrying the Remote Workstation application for Windows XP, Vista or Windows 7 computers. It self- installs using the normal Windows prompts. It is possible to install the Remote Workstation software on a number of PCs;...

  • Page 100: Installation

    C:\Program Files\MAXX1200. After Installation A 360 Systems Remote Workstation icon will appear on your desktop. Double click the icon to open a remote session on the server. To change the target server you wish to access, right click on the Remote Workstation icon.

  • Page 101: Hard Disk Management

    Hard Disk Management The MAXX-1200 employs an advanced Serial-ATA controller that manages four high-capacity hard disks operating in a RAID-5 configuration. This design increases system performance, and by storing parity data helps prevent data loss should a drive fail. The server brings a high level of reliability to Serial-ATA RAID through a switched architecture that exceeds the reliability of SCSI shared-bus storage systems.

  • Page 102: About Raid 5

    About RAID 5 A RAID 5 configuration features the data striping of RAID 0, combined with the parity benefits of RAID 4. Using a parity (exclusive OR) function, RAID 5 can tolerate the loss of one drive. Parity information is distributed across all drives rather than being concentrated on a single disk.

  • Page 103: Managing Disk Arrays

    Managing Disk Arrays The server’s Disk Array Configuration Utility provides tools for monitoring and managing the disk array. Monitoring and troubleshooting programs automatically check the array, report problems and provide access to RAID status information and service options. A single drive fault should not cause data loss; but remember: the drive array is degraded and no longer has storage redundancy.
  • Page 104 Because specific drive models become unavailable as time goes on, 360 Systems recommends that maintenance spares be purchased at the same time as the server. MAXX-1200 Owner’s Manual...

  • Page 105: Log-In To The Raid Utilities

    Log-In to the RAID Utilities Figure 40: Log In to RAID Utilities To log in to the RAID utilities, perform the following steps. The above screen will appear. • Open the RAID utilities by selecting Start >Raid Status • In the Login window, select ADMINISTRATOR from the drop down menu. •...

  • Page 106: Determining The Condition Of The Raid Array

    Determining the Condition of the RAID Array Figure 41: Report of RAID Array Condition in Summary Screen To check the condition of the array in the RAID Status utility, perform the following steps. The screen above should appear. • Login as ADMINISTRATOR. •...

  • Page 107: Displaying The Alarm Log Of The Raid Array

    Displaying the Alarm Log of the Raid Array Figure 42: Alarm Log Display The RAID controller keeps track of any condition that would adversely affect its reliability. In the event that an error should occur, the alarm log will be helpful in diagnosing the problem. •...

  • Page 108: Checking Status Of The Drives

    Checking Status of the Drives Figure 43: RAID Maintenance Display To check the status of the RAID drive array, perform the following steps. • Select Management>Maintenance. The screen above should appear. • Note the status of each drive in the array. MAXX-1200 Owner’s Manual Page 107...

  • Page 109: Removing The Degraded Drive From The Raid Unit

    Removing the Degraded Drive from the RAID Unit Figure 44: Removing Failed Drive from RAID Array Unit 0 The Unit Maintenance screen above will appear. • Remove the degraded drive from the array unit by clicking [Remove Drive]. • Select the Rescan Controller option on the above screen to have the system recognize the drive as Available.

  • Page 110: Rebuilding The Raid Array

    Rebuilding the RAID Array Figure 45: Selecting a Drive to Use in Rebuilding the Array • Select Rebuild Unit. The dialog above will appear. • Select the available drive by clicking the check box. • Press OK. The RAID array will begin rebuilding with the new drive. This process may take a long time, but the server can still be used.

  • Page 111: Raid Controller Settings

    RAID Controller Settings The server RAID controller is configured at the factory. The following is provided only to verify these settings and to recreate them if necessary in the event the system is rebuilt. (The software installation should configure these correctly, but they should be checked to verify accuracy.) Do not use the Scheduled Events, Email Announcement or Remote Login features.

  • Page 112: Multi-Channel Audio Module

    Multi-Channel Audio Module Audio Input/Output Modules In addition to embedded audio and 2 channel analog audio I/O provided as a standard feature on the MAXX-1200, a digital audio I/O module is available as an optional accessory. It provides for a total of eight audio channels on XLR-3 connectors, for each video input and output.

  • Page 113: Dxp-2 Technical Specifications

    DXP-2 Technical Specifications Digital Audio Module Audio channels 8 per video channel (3 outputs x 8, 1 input x 8) Audio format AES/EBU Word Size 24-bit Sampling Frequency 48 kHz Audio connector XLR-3, gold plated Data connection to server 68-pin x 1-meter cable connects DXP-2 to MAXX-1200 Audio synchronization Derived from video gunlock or input video frame rate.

  • Page 114: Maintenance

    Maintenance Fault Diagnostics Front Panel Indicators The five LED indicators on the front panel are used to diagnose server fault conditions. The meaning of each indicator is noted in the following table. During normal operation, all five indicators will be on. GENLOCK OFF indicates that the Genlock Check the Genlock setting in the On-...

  • Page 115: Gigabit Ethernet Indicators

    Gigabit Ethernet Indicators The Gigabit Ethernet Port has the following indicator lights: Label Indication Meaning Green on The port is connected to a valid link partner ACT/LNK Green flashing Data activity (Left) No link 10=OFF 10 Mb/sec 100=GREEN Green 100 Mb/sec 1000=YELLOW Yellow 1000 Mb/sec...

  • Page 116: General Handling Precautions

    Prior to installation, keep disk drives stored in a foam-lined protective carton to protect them from physical damage. Installing/Removing I/O Cards Request separate repair and replacement part documentation from 360 Systems’ Technical Service Department. Tel: +1 (818) 991-0360. Any repair, adjustment or service operation must be performed by a qualified technician.

  • Page 117: Audio Level Calibration

    Audio Level Calibration The input and output gain of the analog audio circuits is factory calibrated to a +4 dBu standard. Each circuit includes a trimmer with a range of approximately ±1.5 dB. The following procedures may be used to calibrate these to unity gain. Each trimmer is located above the XLR connector with which it is associated.

  • Page 118: Program Updates From Usb Memory

    1. Discontinue all record, play, network transfer or system-level operations. 2. With power applied, insert a 360 Systems USB Flash Drive into a USB a socket. 3. Press the front panel power switch briefly to shutdown the server. 4. Wait 5 seconds, then press the front panel power switch again to boot from the USB Flash Drive.

  • Page 119: Updating Firmware

    Updating Firmware Firmware is low-level code used by the video hardware; it is not server operating system software. If a software update is to be performed as well, install it first unless instructions that came with the software update specifically require loading a particular version of firmware. This procedure must be done from the local GUI;...
  • Page 120 If any of the banks indicate an error during the erase, verify, or programming phases, IMMEDIATELY repeat the operation “loadflash Enter” without doing any other operation. If the procedure still fails, perform this entire procedure again. Should you still encounter a problem, please contact 360 Systems technical support. MAXX-1200 Owner’s Manual Page 119...

  • Page 121: Replacing A Hard Drive

    CAUTION: Do not install drives that are not approved by 360 Systems. All drives in the RAID array must be of a similar model family and the same or greater capacity.

  • Page 122: Factory Repair Policy

    Factory Repair Policy A video server being returned under warranty shall be sent to 360 Systems, freight prepaid, in the original or equivalent packaging. Call 360 Systems for a return authorization number before returning a product. Have your serial number and software version number available for reference.
  • Page 123 Radio Interference (Canada) English: This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference- Causing Equipment Regulations. Français: Cet appariel numérique de la classe A respecte toute les exigences du Reglement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada RoHS Compliance This product is in compliance with the Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment directive (RoHS) - 2002/95/EC.

  • Page 124: Product Warranty

    360 Systems will, at its option, repair or replace the product without charge. In the case of replacement, if the replacement for a defective product is no longer available, 360 Systems will replace it with a similar product or, if not available, a product of equal value.

  • Page 125: End User License Agreement

    For Server Software IMPORTANT THIS IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT BETWEEN YOU (“YOU”) AND 360 SYSTEMS® (“COMPANY”). COMPANY IS WILLING TO LICENSE THE SERVER SOFTWARE TO YOU ONLY UPON THE CONDITION THAT YOU ACCEPT ALL OF THE TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT (“AGREEMENT”).
  • Page 126 5. Company warrants that the Software will perform substantially in accordance with its Documentation. Your exclusive remedy for breach of this limited warranty and Company’s entire liability shall be, in Company’s discretion, either return of the price paid to Company by You for the Software, or repair or replacement of the Software after Software and Documentation are returned to Company with an applicable receipt.

  • Page 127: Appendix A

    Appendix A Connector Specifications Audio XLR-3 Connector Pinout Signals appearing on the XLR connectors are determined by the setting of the internal Analog/Digital Audio Selection jumpers. BALANCED ANALOG AES/EBU DIGITAL SHIELD ( SHIELD ( FRAME GROUND FRAME GROUND " + " IGITAL "...

  • Page 128: Bnc Connectors

    BNC Connectors The following note applies to all video and Genlock connectors: A BNC connector used as an output has a 75-ohm source impedance. A BNC connector used as an input has a 75-ohm termination. GPIO Connector General purpose control inputs (GPI) may be applied to the GPIO port, which is a 26 pin connector.
  • Page 129 GPI/O (DB26-HD) INTERNAL CIRCUITS GPI 1 GPI 1 RTN GPI 2 GPI 2 RTN GPI 3 GPI 3 RTN INPUTS GPI 4 GPI 4 RTN GPI 5 GPI 5 RTN GPI 6 GPI 6 RTN GPO 1 GPO 2 GPO 3 OUTPUTS GPO 4 GPO 5...

  • Page 130: System Board Ports

    This resolution is best viewed on 17-inch or larger monitors. Use only VESA compliant monitors. 360 Systems does not provide a monitor with the server. SVGA Connector Pinout...

  • Page 131: Appendix B

    Appendix B Serial Command Protocols VDCP Command Table The server responds to the following VDCP commands. Shaded areas indicate commands slated for future implementation. COMMAND FROM CONTROLLER RETURN FROM CONTROLLED DISK CMD-1 CMD-2 NAME CMD-1 CMD-2 NAME 0X / 8X Delete Protect ID 0X / 8X Undelete Protect ID...
  • Page 132 CMD-1 CMD-2 NAME CMD-1 CMD-2 NAME Open Port Grant/Denied 3X / BX Next List of ID's Port Status Request State Status Position Request Position 3X / BX Active ID Request Active ID Device Type Req. Device Type Syst. Status Request System Status 3X / BX ID List...

  • Page 133: P2 (Bvw) Serial Command Table

    P2 (BVW) Serial Command Table The server command set includes most BVW-type commands. Commands not implemented include those for DMC operations, audio split and in/out points, and those specifically related to tape as a medium. COMMAND DESCRIPTION RETURN COMMENT 00.11 EVICE EQUEST 00.1...

  • Page 134: Odetics® Protocol

    Odetics® Protocol Odetics serial protocol is an extension of P2 machine control protocol. Among its most significant features is the selection of a file by name rather than by time-code location, as with P2. Odetics protocol is used by many table-top controllers and some automation systems. Note that the Odetics protocol only supports clip names up to 8 characters.
  • Page 135 COMMAND DESCRIPTION RETURN COMMENT 4X00 IMER RESET 4X04 RESET 4008 IMER ESET 4010 NTRY 4011 NTRY 4X14 RESET 4X15 RESET 4018 HIFT 4019 HIFT INUS 401A HIFT 401B HIFT INUS 4020 ESET 4021 ESET 402D ESET 4X30 RESET OMMAND HAS NO EFFECT 4X31 ROLL RESET...
  • Page 136 COMMAND DESCRIPTION RETURN COMMENT UB D 0X7409 TC D 0X7809 URRENT ENSE LTC T 0X7414 ORRECTED VITC T 0X7406 0X7400 IMER LTC D 0X7415 VITC D 0X7416 6010 0X7410 6011 0X7411 6012 6013 6020 0X7420 TATUS 6X23 0X7423 IGNAL ONTROL 602E 0X712E OMMAND...

  • Page 137: Appendix C

    Appendix C Technical Specifications Video Video Input 1 Channel Video Outputs 3 Channels HD Input/Output HD-SDI, SMPTE 292M HDMI Outputs Option at time of initial order: 3 HDMI outputs (no HDMI input or HDCP) HD Video Formats 1080i at 59.94, 50, 24Psf or 23.98Psf; 720p @ 59.94 or 50. Video Encoding JPEG-2000 to 125 Mb/Sec Jog/Shuttle...

  • Page 138: Keyboard Shortcuts

    Keyboard Shortcuts Transport Control Edit Operations Enter/Exit Edit Mode Forward at 4x, 16x, 64x, 128x Capture Mark In Pause (Stop) Capture Mark Out Reverse at 4x, 16x, 64x, 128x Space Bar Shift+R Review Edit Play/Pause (toggle) Shift+T Review Tail Record Home GoTo Head point Playlist...

  • Page 139: Appendix D

    Appendix D Playlist Management Detail Playlists can be accessed via the server’s FTP feature, allowing several capabilities: • Lists can be backed up on a PC, and sent to another server. • Lists can be viewed and printed from the PC. •...
  • Page 140 Each line of the example appears with its explanation below: #360PLAYLIST 2.0 Header line, this must always be present exactly as shown. #StartTime 13000100 This is the Start Time in military format, hours, minutes, seconds and frames, without leading zeros. This value shows 13:00:01 or 1 minute past 1 pm. The default is 0 which is 12 midnight.
  • Page 141 Some text editors, such as Notepad, do not display each line separately. Word and Wordpad perform correctly because they accept files that have only Line Feeds (LF) at the ends of lines. The server will accept modified or externally created files with only LF or with both LF and Carriage Return (CR) at line endings.

  • Page 142: Appendix E

    Appendix E As-Run Logging Detail To enable As-Run logs, open a Playlist window, select Options, then click on As-Run Logs. When enabled, a check mark will appear next to the As-Run log label, and files played by a playlist will be written to an As-Run log. Clips played in a transport window do not get written to an asrun log.

  • Page 143: As-Run Log Page Header

    As-Run Log Page Header This section describes the format of the first line (page header): IS-76152 as-run (Ch2:KQRS) Engr Wed Feb 02, 2009 [Wednesday PM] Pg 1 : IS-XXXXX, where XXXXX is the unique machine ID as shown in IS-76152 Help>About>Unit ID.

  • Page 144: Appendix F

    Appendix F Mechanical Drawing Figure 32: Dimensional Drawing MAXX-1200 Owner’s Manual Page 143...

  • Page 145: Index

    Fax..............127 Review Out Point ......... 52 Telephone...........127 Rew .............. 49 Website ............127 Calibration 3D Playback............74 Audio Level ..........121 Address, 360 Systems........127 Cascade Windows ..........33 AES/EBU............132 Channel Ganging..........74 Analog Audio ............27 Channel View Animation Import ..........75 Playlist............37 Appending a Playlist..........69...
  • Page 146 Repair ............107 HDMI Output Module ........19 Dolby-E .............43 HD-SDI............. 27 Drawing Ignore Preroll Commands ....... 100 Mechanical ..........150 In Point Display ..........51 Rear Panel.............26 Indicators ............25 Drives Initial System Configuration ......39 LED.............118 Inputs Duration Display..........52 Audio ............27 DXP-2 Digital Audio Module ......116 Video............
  • Page 147 Serial Control..........95 Drawing ............26 Odetics® Protocol..........139 Features ..........26, 27 On-Screen Indicators............119 Main Menu ...........32 Reboot .............. 31 Operations ............31 Record Configuration Options ......41 Options Menu Recording ........... 41, 44 Regulatory Compliance........127 Playlist View ..........38 Transport View ..........36 Remote Workstation Interface ......
  • Page 148 System Board Ports..........135 Program Updates ........122 System Configuration Options......39 USB Ports............30 System Cooling ..........21 VANC Line Selections........44 System LED .............118 Vari-Play 0 Equals Pause ........99 System Menu Bar ..........33 Vari-Play 1X Equals Play ........99 System Timing...........72 VDCP Take Control .............36 Command Table .........

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