VJ Production Server Version 1.6

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1 VJ Production Server Version 1.6 User Guide June 2015

2 Copyright 2015 by Orad Hi-Tec Systems Ltd. All rights reserved worldwide. No part of this publication may be reproduced, modified, transmitted, transcribed, stored in retrieval system, or translated into any human or computer language, in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, chemical, manual, or otherwise, without the express written permission of Orad Hi-Tec Systems ( Orad provides this documentation without warranty in any form, either expressed or implied. Orad may revise this document at any time without notice. This document may contain proprietary information and shall be respected as a proprietary document with permission for review and usage given only to the rightful owner of the equipment to which this document is associated. This document was written, designed, produced and published by Orad Hi-Tec Systems. Trademark Notice: Playmaker, VJ, Morpho 3D, 3Designer, 3DPlay, Maestro, Maestro Controller, Maestro PageEditor, JStation, JServer, ProSet, 3DPlay, DVG 2U, DVP-500, -pecto, Morpho 3D are trademarks of Orad Hi-Tec Systems Ltd. All other brand and product names may be trademarks of their respective companies. Please send any comments on this manual to documentation@orad.tv. If you require technical support services, contact Orad Hi-Tec Systems Ltd. at ServersTeam@orad.tv or by phone: Servers Hotline: , General support: June 3, 2015

3 Contents Introduction...5 The VJ Server...6 The LCD...7 Technical Specifications...9 Unit Installation Maintenance and Service Information Connections Control PC Installation Maintenance and Service Information Conventions Used in this Manual Basics...19 Starting VJ Controller The Main Screen File Menu View Menu Settings Menu Channel Menu Clip Menu Help System Setup Server Explorer Setting the Clip Folder Maintenance License Installation Changing Network Settings Setting Date and Time Software Upgrades Saving Logs Shutdown RAID Disk Replacement Cleaning the RAID Video Disks Database Contents

4 System Setup...33 Configuring Channels Video Format Configuring Export Options Direct Export Clips...43 Clips Recording a Clip Marking Sub-Clips Saving Sub-Clips Playing Clips Playlists The Playlist Window Editing Playlist Items Appendix: Video Configurations...51 Contents

5 1. Introduction The VJ Server on page 6 Conventions Used in this Manual on page 17

6 The VJ Server The VJ Server is a multi channel, production video server, intended for clip creation from live feed. Ideal for news, live events, soaps, talk shows and other studio productions, VJ s flexible design supports up to eight channels in different in/out configurations. Based on Orad s HDVS video server range, VJ provides a turnkey workflow from ingest to playout. VJ ingests feeds from a wide-range of sources including satellite, VTRs, cameras, and stores them as video clips. These clips are exported to industry-standard Non Linear and Craft Editors, and once edited the clips are imported back to VJ for immediate playout. VJ supports commonly used codecs for fast turnaround productions and post-production workflows, including Panasonic s DVCPRO, DVCPRO-HD, Avid s DNxHD, DCam50, and major wrappers such as QuickTime and MF. VJ supports up to eight input/output channels in 3U chassis, and can be configured in a 2, 4, 6, or 8 channel configuration. 61. Introduction The VJ Server uses a 3U chassis containing eight video disks, with quick access to the front panel for disk replacement. The front server panel is equipped with an LCD screen showing server status, input and genlock detection, disk status, and more. The server is capable of recording 120 hours in SD (@50 mbps data rate), or 60 hours in HD (@100 mbps data rate). To safeguard system integrity, VJ runs on two system disks, using separate RAID 1 protection, and a dual hot swap power supply. The video storage disks use RAID 6 dual parity protection. VJ Server with 3U Chassis The VJ Server

7 The LCD The VJ Server LCD displays status information. Line 1 alternates between: (application status) Server version, Time. Or- Mc: Server group IP address, Server group mask IP port Nm: Server name, Server number, Number of clients connected to server (cl:1) Server IP address, Server IP port Line 2 (application status) Status of inputs - = no/bad inputs \ / (slash back slash animation) = valid inputs, ready for recording R/r = recording If there is no valid software license, an alert is displayed in line 2, and no inputs are displayed Line 3 (application status) Number of available inputs, available recording time per input in hours, minutes, seconds Line 4 (application status) Raid status, status of disks 1-4, status of disks 5-8 +: Raid controller is ready and functioning OK A: Raid controller is alarming due to some problem C: Raid critical problem E: Raid error O: Raid controller over heating S: Smart error in one of the disks 1. Introduction The VJ Server 7

8 -: Raid controller does not exist or is not identified Disk stats: Number: Disk at position # is OK : Ready - disk not protected by Raid S: Disk smart fail P: Spare disk R: Disk is being rebuilt for Raid -: Disk is offline?: Disk state unknown Line 5-8 (hardware status) 81. Introduction I/O board, Reference status, LTC status, signal status, signal status R+: reference signal OK R-: No valid reference signal L+: LTC signal OK L-: no LTC signal I1+, I2+ = valid genlocked signal (each input can display a different signal) I1-, I2- = no valid genlocked signal The VJ Server

9 Technical Specifications Mechanical specifications Rack 19" 3U Height 130mm Width 443mm Depth 631mm Weight 28kg (approx.) Power supply Redundant power supply, 2 460W (max) V 47-63hz Video CODECs SD DVCpro50, HD DVCPRO-HD, DNxHD 120/145 Mbps 185/220 Mbps Recording capacity SD (at 50mpbs) Over 120 hours (at 50mpbs) HD (at 100mpbs) Over 60 hours (at 100mpbs) Available I/O configurations 2 channels, 4 channels, 6 channels, 8 channels Extended capacity 1. Introduction SD Over 240 hours (at 50mpbs) HD Over 120 hours (at 100mpbs) Channel configurations Fully Flexible 8in / 0out 7in / 1out 6in / 2out 5in / 3out 4in / 4out 3in / 5out 2in / 6out 1in / 7out 0in / 8out The VJ Server 9

10 Sync, Frame accurate recording, Frame accurate playout 2 in / 2 out, Play while record 3 in / 3 out, Play while record 4 in / 4 out, Play while record 5 in / 5 out, Record, later Play 6 in / 6 out, Record, later Play 7 in / 7 out, Record, later Play 8 in / 8 out, Record, later Play Audio Embedded audio - PCM, Dolby E, ancillary data fully preserved Up to 8 Uncompressed stereo audio tracks per video input channel 20bit or 24-bit / 48kHz Analog audio - Up to 8 in and 8 out balanced stereo channels, using an external 2U breakout box (AC-8), with software router for internal distribution 1. Introduction AES audio - Up to 8 in and 8 out balanced stereo channels, using an external 1U breakout box (AES-8), with software router for internal distribution Video inputs 1 SDI / HD-SDI per Video input 2 SDI / HD-SDI per input - Monitoring 2 SDI / HD-SDI per input with Video outputs 2 SDI / HD-SDI per Video output Monitoring 2 SDI / HD-SDI per output with Genlock Analog Black Burst / tri level Auto detect 75Ω with loop through Time code input Internal free run LTC - LR Embedded VITC / ATC (RP-188) 10 The VJ Server

11 Time code output VITC (of recorded Input TC) Data interfaces 2x Serial 4x USB (2 front / 2 back) 1x SATA 2x Ethernet (1Gb) 1x VGA maintenance (front) 1x LR LTC input GPI/O 64 inputs or outputs in flexible configuration Using 8-port external interface Requires GPI/O Board Option VDCP 8 RS-422 using 8-port external interface CPU 2 GHz Intel quad core eon Operating system Linux 1. Introduction RAM 6 GB System hard drive 2 500GB mirrored Internal disk storage 8 x 3"1/2 1TB SATA 2 Or optional 8 x 3"1/2 2TB SATA 2 Hard Disk Redundancy Raid 6 striped disks with dual parity The VJ Server 11

12 Environmental conditions Operating temperature: 5c - 40C Storage temperature: -40c - 70c Humidity: 90% max 1. Introduction 12 The VJ Server

13 Unit Installation Step 1: Mounting the Server on a rack Mount the Server on the rack using sliders and four rack screws. Verify that the screws are secure, and that the workstation does not move. CAUTION: It is important to use all four screws, and not to overlook the back (inner) screws. Ventilation is handled through the sides of the unit; incoming air from the left, and cooling fans on the right. If the Server is installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operation s ambient temperature of the rack may be greater than room ambient. Verify that the temperature in the rack always stays within the 10C to 35C range. CAUTION: To prevent overheating, ensure there is enough room for ventilation. Step 2: Connecting the Power The Server has two power supplies. Connect two power cables, one for each power supply. DANGER: To avoid the risk of electrical shock and fire, inspect the system power cord and plug routinely. Ensure they are not damaged in any way. CAUTION: Make sure power connection includes reliable grounding. After the Server is mounted and secured, connect both power supply cables to the power supply tray. Two power supplies give a back-up power source in case one incurs a problem. 1. Introduction NOTE: When one of the power sources ceases to function, an alarm sounds to alert you that only one power source is in use. Press MUTE on the front panel to silence the alarm. Step 3: Connecting the Video The Server must receive a valid reference (Genlock) signal to the analog REF input. When using an Analog GENLOCK source, you can plug to either ANALOG REF plug as the input and the other ANALOG REF plug will automatically serve as the output (). Do not use a chained signal from other devices. Connect the video cables according to your configuration. The VJ Server 13

14 Step 4: Connecting the Network The network (Ethernet) interface is used for communication with the control host, external host, and tracking devices. The Server includes two network interface cards (NIC) for communication with the control host and general network. Step 5: Powering Up When all necessary connections have been completed and configured, switch on the Server by pressing the POWER button on the front panel. Maintenance and Service Information DANGER: This unit has two connections to the main supply. For protection against electric shock, disconnect both electric cords before service. 1. Introduction CAUTION: Do not remove the power module without gloves. The cover of the power module serves as a heat-sink for cooling. Temperature can reach 60 C under full load condition. If removed, put aside the power module until cool, and prevent anyone from touching it until it is cooled. CAUTION: Risk of explosion if lithium battery on motherboard is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. 14 The VJ Server

15 Connections The back panel of the VJ Server server is where all input and output connections are made. For information on the various possible wiring configurations, see Appendix: Video Configurations on page 51. VJ Server with 3U Chassis 1. Introduction The VJ Server 15

16 Control PC Installation Step 1: Connecting the Power Connect the power cable. DANGER: To avoid the risk of electrical shock and fire, inspect the system power cord and plug routinely. Ensure they are not damaged in any way. CAUTION: Make sure power connection includes reliable grounding. Step 2: Connecting the Network The network (Ethernet) interface is used for communication with the Server. Connect the network cable to left LAN port. Step 3: Powering Up When all necessary connections have been completed and configured, switch on the Control PC. 1. Introduction Maintenance and Service Information DANGER: This unit has two connections to the main supply. For protection against electric shock, disconnect both electric cords before service. CAUTION: Do not remove the power module without gloves. The cover of the power module serves as a heat-sink for cooling. Temperature can reach 60 C under full load condition. If removed, put aside the power module until cool, and prevent anyone from touching it until it is cooled. CAUTION: Risk of explosion if lithium battery on motherboard is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. 16 The VJ Server

17 Conventions Used in this Manual Menu options and other on-screen items appear in bold lettering. For example, Click the Video Standards option. Keyboard keys appear in capital letters. For example, Press SHIFT, MENU to access the main screen. Press is used for keyboard keys. NA = not applicable. DANGER: This symbol warns of the presence of dangerous high voltage. CAUTION This symbol cautions the user about improper handling, which might cause damage to the hardware or software system. Data loss might result. 1. Introduction Conventions Used in this Manual 17

18 1. Introduction 18 Conventions Used in this Manual

19 2. Basics The Main Screen on page 20 System Setup on page 25 Server Explorer on page 26 Setting the Clip Folder on page 27 Maintenance on page 28 RAID Disk Replacement on page 30

20 Starting VJ Controller VJ Controller software is installed on the control PC. To start VJ Controller: Double-click the VJ Controller icon on the desktop. -or- Select Start > All Programs > Orad > VJ. The Main Screen Once the system has started, the main application screen is displayed. This screen displays system information and serves as a portal to all VJ Controller operations. 2. Basics Each panel represents the channel specified at the left. Various controls are used to play or record, and to mark sub-clips. The upper indicator at the right displays clip progress when playing a clip (or double-click the indicator to display time remaining). The lower indicator displays time remaining to be recorded on the VJ Server. Use Eject to remove clips from the output immediately. 20 Starting VJ Controller

21 File Menu Import Suite Save Suite As Exit Open a browser window to import a saved layout of configured channels. Import does not affect the VJ configuration, just the GUI display. Save the current configuration of channels in VJ. Close the VJ Controller. View Menu Explorer Explorer View Transfers Progress Display or hide the Server Explorer tab at the right of the screen. For more information about the Server Explorer, see Server Explorer on page 26. Define how to display clips in the Server Explorer. You can choose; Thumbnails Thumbnails & Text Text Open the Server Export/Import dialog box to display the status of your exports and imports. Channel View Settings Menu Open the Channel View Options dialog box to set which controls to display in each panel. 2. Basics Network Export Clip Location Open the Group Setup dialog box to set the port for the network group. In order for the server and the controller to connect, they must be on the same group port. Open the Export Settings dialog box to define the share point destination to where clips from each Channel will be exported. Click the Subfolder box to browse to the required folder in the share point folder. Under Clip Bin, set the folder to which clips exported from the Server Explorer are saved. Under Playlists, set the folder to which playlists are exported. Open the Clip Location dialog box to define where to save clips for different actions on the Server (that is, in the Server Explorer); for Crash Record, when creating a New Clip, and for a Reference Clip. Click the Folder box to select any folder in the Server Explorer. For more information, see Setting the Clip Folder on page 27. The Main Screen 21

22 Channel Playlist Server Auto Eject - When this option is selected, a loaded clip is ejected when another clip is dragged to the player. When cleared, you must eject the clip before a new clip is loaded (default). Show Thumbnails - When this option is selected, thumbnails of a frame of the clip are displayed on the left when loaded to a channel (default). When cleared, only the channel name is displayed. Parallel Record - Open a dialog box to select parallel recording channels. All selected channels begin and stop recording simultaneously and are synced. Protect Loaded Clip - When this option is selected, you cannot clear or delete the clip from the playlist. When cleared, a loaded clip can be edited using the right-click option. Set various option for working with the VJ Server, as described below: 2. Basics Export/ Import tab Channels tab Video tab PC Share - for a shared a PC, set the Container Format to define the format (wrapper) of the exported clip. Select Enable mount and set the file system Protocol to be used, the IP and location/path (Share name) of the share point, and the User name and Password for the destination folder. Click Apply. USB/SATA - for a USB export/import destination/source, set the Container Format to define the format (wrapper) of the exported clip. Select Enable mount. Tasks - Set the maximal number of parallel tasks to perform for each task category. For more information, see Configuring Export Options on page 39. Set the system in/out configuration. For more information, see Configuring Channels on page 34. Open the Video tab to configure Genlock type, Timecode source (Recorded TC), Video format, and bitrate. For more information, see Video Format on page 37. Maintenance tab Direct Export tab Automation Open the Maintenance Configuration tab to update various system settings; License, Time and Date, Network, Server software or mode, and to clear storage disks, export logs and reboot or restart the server. For more information, see Maintenance on page 28. Open the Direct Export tab to set direct exporting of the ongoing recording and its destination, in addition to the VJ Server. For more information, see Direct Export on page 41. Automation allows third party devices (automation systems, servers, controllers), to control the VJ server. Open the Automation Configuration dialog box to set ethernet or serial, the connection name, and to set via which channels and port the commands are sent. 22 The Main Screen

23 Channel Menu Show Channels Next Previous Move Up Move Down Close Channel Play/ Pause Play Reverse Play Open the Channel Suite Settings dialog box to set which channels to display in the VJ Controller. For more information, see System Setup on page 25. Focus control on the next channel in the VJ Controller. Focus control on the previous channel in the VJ Controller. Move the current channel up in the VJ Controller. Move the current channel down in the VJ Controller. Hide the currently selected channel in the VJ Controller. This can be undone by selecting the channel in the Show Channels option. Play or stop/pause the clip at the current frame.[ Rewind the clip at normal speed. Play the clip from the current frame. Stop Stop/pause the clip. Mark In Clear Mark In Mark the In-point of a clip. Clear the In-point of a clip. 2. Basics Mark Out Mark the Out-point of a clip. Clear Mark Out Go To In Point Go To Out Point Go To Start Go To End Clear the Out-point of a clip. Jump to the marked In-point. Jump to the marked Out-point. Jump to the start of the master recording. Jump to the end of the master recording. Frame Forward Frame Backward Fast Forward Jump one frame forward. Jump one frame backward. Fast forward the recording. Click Fast Forward again to double the speed. The Main Screen 23

24 Rewind Stop Recording Start Recording Export Clip Rewind the recording (play in reverse). Click Rewind again to double the speed. Stop the master recording. Start the master recording. Export the marked clip to the share point. Create Reference Clip Choose Channel Create a sub-clip on the system, to be displayed in the Server Explorer. Select a channel as the current channel. Clip Menu Import Import Gang Open a browser window to import clips to the server (from any shared PC or USB). Open a browser window to import multiple clips to be loaded as a group and to be played synchronously. 2. Basics Help About Display VJ Controller version information. 24 The Main Screen

25 System Setup In order to begin working, the VJ Controller must be connected to the required server or servers. Any server to be identified by the VJ Controller must be set to the same group port as defined in Settings > Network > Network Group. Any change to the network group requires the VJ interface to be restarted. To set up the required channels: 1. In the Studio Production Controller, select Channels > Show Channels. The Channel Suite Settings dialog box is displayed listing all connected servers. NOTE: VJ Controller can be used to control multiple VJ Servers simultaneously. 2. Basics 2. Select the channels to display in the Workspace, and click OK. The dialog box is closed, and the selected channels are displayed. NOTE: The system is provided with a preset Network Group. If your channels are not displayed in the Channel Suite Settings dialog box, click Network > Network Group to enter the appropriate Group Port. System Setup 25

26 Server Explorer The Server Explorer is the panel at the right side of the VJ Controller. The Server Explorer serves as a browser that allows you to view recordings, clips, and playlists in their server and folder hierarchy. Servers are identified by IP addresses. Clips are designated with a C. Sub-clips use the clip icon. Ganged clips are displayed in blue, and designated with a G. Parallel clips are displayed in orange, and designated with MA. Parallel sub-clips are displayed in orange. Select View > Explorer View to set how to display items in the Server Explorer: 2. Basics Thumbnails Thumbnails & Text Text To create a sub-folder: Right-click the parent folder in the Server Explorer ( video ), and select New folder. The new folder is created the Video folder. Right-click a sub-folder to delete or rename it, or to create an additional sub-folder. The folder will subsequently be displayed in the browser window. 26 Server Explorer

27 Setting the Clip Folder Set the various folders on the server to where clips and recordings from each channel are saved. By default, all clips are saved to the root. To set the destination folder on the server: 1. Select Settings > Clip Location. The Clip Location dialog box is displayed. 2. Basics 2. Select the required Server. 3. Under Channels, select the required channel tab. 4. Click the Folder box under Crash Record, New Clip, or Ref Clip. A browser window opens. Crash Record New Clip Ref Clip Set destination and naming options for spontaneous (unscheduled) recording (using Record). Set the default destination and naming options for clips created using the New option. Set the default destination and naming options for referenced clips. 5. Browse to the folder where you want to save the clips, and click OK. Setting the Clip Folder 27

28 Maintenance License Installation VJ Controller is shipped with the ordered licenses already installed. If your license has expired, or you have upgraded your license, you will need to reinstall the license provided by Orad. To install a license: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the required Server. In the Maintenance tab, under License, click Update. A browser window is displayed. 3. Browse to the new license file (C:/Orad/Common Files/License.dat), and click Open. The license is updated. Changing Network Settings 2. Basics To change network settings: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the required Server. In the Maintenance tab, click Change under Network and type in the required parameters. Setting Date and Time Set date and time for the VJ Controller manually, or according to the PC. To set time and date: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the required Server. 3. In the Maintenance tab, under Date and Time, click Change. 4. Change the time manually or click Get from PC. 5. Click OK. 28 Maintenance

29 Software Upgrades The VJ Controller system is shipped with the latest software. Periodically, newer software versions are released, and must be installed on the system. To upgrade software: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the required Server. 3. In the Maintenance tab, under Update Server, click Update. A browser window is displayed. 4. Browse to the new installation file, and click Open. 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation. Saving Logs To export logs: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the required Server. 3. In the Maintenance tab, under Diagnostic, click one of the options to open a browser window and set the export log destination. Shutdown 2. Basics System shutdown options can be executed from the VJ Controller, for the server as well. To access shutdown options: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the required Server. 3. In the Maintenance tab, under Restart\Reboot Server, select the required option: Restart Server Reboot Server Shut Down Server Restart the server software. Reboot the system. Shut Down the selected server. Maintenance 29

30 RAID Disk Replacement RAID disk replacement is done from the Server s front panel, following the instructions displayed on the Controller. To replace a RAID disk: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the required Server. 3. In the Maintenance tab, under Storage, the status for each disk is displayed. 4. Set the Alarm mode to sound an alarm if a disk error occurs. 5. Click the disk to be replaced. The status screen is displayed. 2. Basics 6. Tap Disk Replacement, and follow the on-screen instructions. 7. When you get to the Start Disk Recovery screen, choose one of the following options: Full Disk Recovery - recovers all previous recordings that were on the old RAID disk, and make the disk status ready for recording. Full recovery lasts approximately five hours, and cannot be done while Server is recording. Only one disk at a time can be recovered. Fast Recovery - rebuilds the disk s RAID, while deleting all existing recordings, in all formats, including all protected data. After starting the process, it is not reversible, and all footage will be lost. Fast recovery lasts approximately two minutes. 30 Maintenance

31 Cleaning the RAID Video Disks To the video disk: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the required Server. 3. In the Maintenance tab, under Storage, click Clean Video Disks, and approve the confirmation request. Database The database information is where all data on clips, sub-clips, playlists and user defined server configurations is stored. To or repair server database: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the required Server. 3. In the Maintenance tab, under Database click Clean or Repair, as required. 2. Basics Maintenance 31

32 2. Basics 32 Maintenance

33 3. System Setup In this section: Configuring Channels on page 34 Video Format on page 37 Configuring Export Options on page 39 Direct Export on page 41

34 Configuring Channels To configure channels: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the required Server. 3. In the Channels tab, select the Channels configuration from the list. 4. Configure and name the different channels as play or record channels, as required. 3. System Setup Default channel view Play Record Gang Chain F (PGM/PVW) Set the channel as a playout channel. Set the channel as a recording channel. From the list, select the number of input/output channels to control synchronously; the channels in the gang are the channels immediately following the current channel in this dialog box. To use transition effects like dissolve and wipes in a playlist, you must use Chain F, using two channels. Otherwise, clips switch with a cut. All other options for Play are available. 34 Configuring Channels

35 Chain Bidirectional Name The channel can record and play simultaneously (E2E), you can play any clip while recording, play clips/playlists, mark IN/OUT, create sub-clips and export clips. Set the pair of channels to be co-dependant from the list. Set the channel name as it will appear in the. 3. System Setup Ganged channel configuration (example) Configuring Channels 35

36 3. System Setup Chained effects channel configuration (example) Bi-directional channel configuration (example) 36 Configuring Channels

37 Video Format The required video format and genlock configuration for each server is set in the Video Configuration dialog box. To set video format: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the required Server. 3. System Setup 3. Set the properties for each server as required. Genlock Video Phase Set the current genlock type. Available options are: Bi-level (analog Black Burst), Tri level. Set synchronization of the horizontal and vertical signal phases of the server output. Vertical phase range is +/- 540 lines, in 1 line intervals. Horizontal phase can be adjusted by 1 line, in 1 pixel intervals. Video Format 37

38 Recorded TC Select timecode input source. This defines the timecode that is used to manage recordings. (LTC is recommended, if available). LTC - requires linear timecode input (LR connector is available on the server back panel). VITC - if available on embedded signal. Free run (internal system timecode). If your TC source fails, the system automatically continuous from the last known TC, and checks the source every five seconds to resume usage. 3. System Setup Video CODEC Video Format Set the required video CODEC, and its options: DVC Pro DNxHD DCam Each CODEC allows you to select a video format from the relevant formats. When changing video format, the appropriate firmware is installed by the system. Therefore, switching video formats is a process that lasts approximately 10 minutes. Note: 3D stereo is configured from the in/out settings, according to the selected video standard. The system can switch between video formats, without losing existing footage. Switching between formats does not require any change in server wiring. However, the system must stop recording and reload different firmware. This process is automated, and takes approximately 30 seconds. To switch, select the required video format: SD PAL 50hz 1080i 50hz (HD) 720P 50hz (HD) SD NTSC 60hz 1080i 60hz (HD) 720P 60hz (HD) Note: 3D stereo is configured from the in/out settings, according to the selected video standard. Bit rate Set the current bit rate, as required. 38 Video Format

39 Configuring Export Options Configure shared directories and external devices for clip sharing. To configure clip export destinations: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. Select the required Server. 3. System Setup 2. In the Export/Import tab, under PC Share, set the properties of the network PC share point/s: Container Format Enable mount Protocol Set the format (wrapper) in which to export the recorded clip, Quicktime or MF. For MF, set the format type, standard or growing. Enable connection between the server and the PC share point. Select the required file-sharing protocol from the list. Configuring Export Options 39

40 IP Share name User Password Status Specify the IP address of the share point computer. Set the name (used by VJ) of the shared folder. Set the user name required for accessing the shared folder. Set the password required for accessing the shared folder. The share point status; Success - there is a functional connection between the server and the share point. Failed - there is a problem in the connection between the server and the share point. Null - the connection between the server and the share point is disabled. 3. Click Apply. 4. Under USB/SATA, set the properties of an external device: Format Enable mount Set the format in which to export recorded material, QuickTime or MF and set the options for that format. Enable connection between the server and the USB share point. 3. System Setup 5. Under Tasks, set the priority for each task category as required. 40 Configuring Export Options

41 Direct Export VJ Controller can record all ingested feeds both on the server s internal storage and to an external storage device, simultaneously. The external stream is wrapped and transferred in real time to external storage, making it instantly available for post-production work. To configure direct export: 1. Go to Setting > Server. The Server Settings dialog box is displayed. 2. Select the required Server. 3. Open the Direct Export tab. 3. System Setup 4. Set the following: Container Format Number of Chunks Set the format in which to export recorded material, QuickTime or MF. For MF, set the format type (standard or growing). Set the number of files in which to export the recording, and their length in minutes. If Infinity is selected, there can be any number of chunks of the specified length. (Enabled when Auto chunk is selected.) Select either Auto active OR Auto chunk Auto active Auto chunk Format Recording data is exported in a single segment. Recording data is exported in segments, the number of segments, and the length of segments can be user-defined. Set the format of the exported recording; you can make a high resolution recording, a proxy recording, or both. Direct Export 41

42 Channels Destination Naming Enable (or don t) direct export for each channel individually by selecting Enable DE in the respective channel tab. You can also set your choice once and apply to all channels. Set the destination for the export; The PC Shares, or a USB device. Set the naming method of the saved files, as well. Select one of the available naming options for the recording; Custom - use the Name specified under Channels. ClipName+CAM - use the clip name and the camera name. Free text+cam - use the text entered in the Free text field and the camera name. Start time code+cam - use the start time stamp and the camera name. Free text+start time code+cam - use the text entered in the Free text field, the start time stamp and the camera name. Recording name - use the recording name. 3. System Setup 42 Direct Export

43 4. Clips The VJ system is a production server for television studios that allows you to create clips from live feed. In this section: Clips on page 44 Playlists on page 48

44 Clips Any recording in VJ is referred to as a clip. Sub-clips, sometimes called reference clips, are marked sections within the clip, that are saved to the system. They contain no data, and are deleted when the clip they are derived from is deleted. You can also save In and Out points marked on a clip (relative to the time code) for later retrieval. When saved to a share point, they are saved with all data as clips. Any sub-clips created are displayed in the Server Explorer at the right of the screen, once you browse to display the relevant servers (see System Setup on page 25). Recording a Clip 4. Clips Select Channel > Start Recording. To stop recording: In a recording channel: Click Stop or press the keyboard Space bar. In a Bi directional channel: To record a clip: In a recording (in) channel or a bi-directional channel (see Configuring Channels on page 34), click Record. Or- Click new to set up properties for a new recording. In a Bi directional channel: For a bi-directional channel, press CTRL+Stop or CTRL+Space bar, Or- Select Channel > Stop Recording. NOTE: For more information on bi-directional channels, see Configuring Channels on page Clips

45 Marking Sub Clips To mark a sub-clip: 1. For the selected channel, click the recording progress bar where you want to start the clip and click In to mark the start of the clip. 2. Click the recording progress bar where you want to end the clip and click Out to mark the end. This clip can be played back as required (even before saving). If you want to mark more than one sub-clip, you must save each one, clear the in- and out-points, then mark and save the next. NOTE: Sub-clips can be created for ongoing clips as well as existing clips. Saving Sub Clips To save a sub-clip on the server: Click Create New Sub-Clip from In/Out. To save In/Out points on a clip (without creating a sub-clip): Click Save. To export a clip/sub-clip to a share point: Load the clip and click Export Clip From In/Out Point. OR Right-click the clip/sub-clip in the Server Explorer and select Export. 4. Clips Mark new in- and out-points and click Export Clip From In/Out Point. (A new sub-clip is not saved to the server automatically when exporting to a share point and is not displayed in the Server Explorer.) To rename a clip: 1. In the Server Explorer, select the clip to rename. 2. Right-click the clip, and select Rename. 3. Rename the clip as required. To delete a clip or sub-clip: 1. In the Server Explorer, select the clip to delete. 2. Right-click the clip, and select Delete. NOTE A clip that is currently used in a playlist is protected against deletion. When a clip is deleted, its sub-clips are deleted as well. Clips 45

46 Playing Clips To play a segment marked by In/Out points (that has not been saved as a sub-clip): With the clip loaded to the required channel, click Play In to Out. To play a clip or sub-clip: 1. Drag the required item from the Server Explorer to the required playout channel. The item is loaded to the channel. 2. Click Play. 4. Clips 46 Clips

47 ing Clips Clips can be looped for continuous playout. The control can be configured to play clips start to end, repeatedly, until stopped or to play clips start to end to start, repeatedly ( ping-pong ), until stopped. To configure the control: Right-click the control and select the required option; to play clips start to end, or PP to play clips start to end to start. To loop a clip: 1. Click. 2. The clip is played repeatedly, until you click stop. Setting Playout Speed The playout speed of each clip can be set as required. You can choose between 30%, 50%, and 70% speed, or set a custom speed for the Speed control, according to specific criteria. Click the control to play a clip at the selected speed (The speed is displayed on the control). To configure the Speed control: Right-click the control and select the required option. If you select Time Speed, a dialog box is displayed. 4. Clips The default time displays the duration of the clip and cannot be changed. If you edit the Custom speed percentage, the Custom time field is updated accordingly. Click OK to confirm or Reset to return to normal speed. Click the control to play a clip at the selected speed (The speed is displayed on the control). Clips 47

48 Playlists You can create a playlist comprised of multiple clips for playback, as required. The playlist has an expandable title bar (in the Server Explorer) to view the list items. The order of the items can be changed by dragging within the list. To create a playlist: 1. Select all required clips from the Server Explorer (use SHIFT or CTRL). 2. Right-click and select Create Playlist. 3. Rename the playlist, if required; right-click the playlist bar and select Rename. 4. Click OK. To add a clip or sub-clip to an existing playlist: Drag the clip to the playlist bar. NOTE You can add clips from the Server Explorer to a loaded playlist by dragging. The additions will be saved to the playlist if you click Save. To play a playlist: 4. Clips 1. Load the playlist to a channel (drag from the Server Explorer). 2. Click Play. To change the order of the clips in the playlist: Drag the clips to their required locations in the playout channel display. Changes are saved only if you click Save. Or- Drag the clips within the playlist in the Server Explorer. Changes are saved automatically. To delete a playlist: 1. In the Server Explorer, select the playlist to delete. 2. Right-click the playlist, and select Delete. To export playlist as a single clip: Right-click the playlist bar and select Export as One Clip. To copy the playlist: Right-click the playlist bar and select Save As. A dialog box opens, allowing you to save the playlist with a new name. 48 Playlists

49 The Playlist Window The items in a loaded playlist are displayed in a playlist window in the respective channel. Background coloring is as follows: Black - normal playlist item Green - playing item Red - an item currently being edited Blue - selected item Additional options available in the playlist window are: Save Save the playlist with the edits made to its items. Edit Edit the length of the selected playlist item. Play all items in a continuous loop. Expand Expand the playlist window. Editing Playlist Items Playlist items can be edited when the playlist is loaded to shorten items. To edit a loaded playlist item: 4. Clips 1. Click Edit to enable Edit mode. 2. Mark new in- and out-points for the required clip. When the item is played, it plays as defined. 3. Click Save to save the item settings for the current playlist (edited clips are saved with in- and out-points). Additional playlist options Additional settings can be made using the menu that is available when you right-click a playlist item. Play Now Speed End Clip Remove Cut to the selected clip. Set the speed at which to play the selected clip. Open a dialog box to set the transition effect between the selected (not playing) clip and the following clip. This works only when the channel is chained (see Configuring Channels on page 34), aside from the cut effect (which works for any channel). For more information, see End Clip Options on page 50. Remove the selected playlist item. Playlists 49

50 End Clip Options When you right-click a playlist item and select End Clip, a dialog box opens allowing you to set one of the following transition effects; 4. Clips Cut Cut from one clip to the next (default). Does not require channels to be chained. Dissolve Wipe Left Wipe Right Wipe Up Wipe Down Freeze on last frame - Jump to next in Freeze on last frame Apply the specified effect between clips; set the effect Duration. the selected clip until stopped (Infinity) or for the specified number of times Freeze the selected clip for the specified Duration before switching to the next playlist item. Freeze the selected clip when clip is finished playing. 50 Playlists

51 Appendix: Video Configurations This section details the back panel connections that must be set up for each available type of video configuration. 8 Channels: 4 in > 4 out Out3 Out3 Out3 Out3 In4 In4 Out4 Out2 In4 Out4 Out2 In4 Out4 Out2 In4 Out4 Out2 8 Channels: 6 in > 2 out In5 In5 In5 In5 In5 In6 In4 In6 In4 Out2 Clean In6 In4 Out2 Clean In6 In4 Out2 In6 In4 Out2

52 52 Appendix: Video Configurations 8 Channels: 7 in > 1 out 8 channels: 5 in > 3 out 8 channels: 8 in > 0 out In6 In6 In6 In6 In6 In7 In7 In7 In7 In7 In4 In4 In4 In4 In4 In5 In5 In5 In5 In5 In4 In4 In4 In4 In4 In5 In5 In5 In5 In5 Out3 Out3 Out3 Out3 Out2 Clean Out2 Clean Out2 Out2 In7 In7 In7 In7 In7 In8 In8 In8 In8 In8 In5 In5 In5 In5 In5 In6 In6 In6 In6 In6 In4 In4 In4 In4 In4

53 53 Appendix: Video Configurations 8 channels: 0 in > 8 out 8 channels: 1 in > 7 out 8 channels: 2 in > 6 out 8 channels: 3 in > 5 out Out7 Out7 Out7 Out7 Out8 Out8 Out8 Out8 Out5 Out5 Out5 Out5 Out6 Out6 Out6 Out6 Out3 Out3 Out3 Out3 Out4 Out4 Out4 Out4 Out2 Out2 Out2 Out2 Out7 Out7 Out7 Out7 Out5 Out5 Out5 Out5 Out6 Out6 Out6 Out6 Out3 Out3 Out3 Out3 Out4 Out4 Out4 Out4 Out2 Out2 Out2 Out2 Out5 Out5 Out5 Out5 Out6 Out6 Out6 Out6 Out3 Out3 Out3 Out3 Out4 Out4 Out4 Out4 Out2 Out2 Out2 Out2 Out5 Out5 Out5 Out5 Out3 Out3 Out3 Out3 Out4 Out4 Out4 Out4 Out2 Out2 Out2 Out2

54 Appendix: Video Configurations 54

55 Index A automatic export 41 C chain effect 34 ing database 31 RAID video disk 31 clip deleting 45 playing 46 recording 44 speed 49 creating playlist 48 sub-folder 26 D date and time 28 delete folder 26 deleting clip 45 playlist 48 displaying panel controls 21 E export options 39 status 21 exporting sub-clip 45 F folder delete 26 rename 26 G gang mode 34 genlock configuration 37 I import gang 24 input/output configurations 51 L licenses 28 looping clips 47 M main screen 20 marking sub-clip 45 mounting server 13 N network group settings 21 settings 28 P ping-pong 47 playing clip 46 playlist 48 playlist creating 48 deleting 48 items 49 playing 48 playout speed 47 power connections 13 R RAID disk replacement 30 recording a clip 44 reference saving to share point 45 reference clip 44 rename folder 26

56 S saving logs 29 sub-clip 45 server explorer 21, 44 setting clip destination 27 task priorities 40 show/hide channels 25 server explorer 21 specifications 9 speed of playout 47 start/stop recording 24 sub-clip 44 marking 45 saving 45 system shutdown 29 T task priorities 40 thumbnails 21 transition effect 34, 49, 50 U upgrading software version 29 V video format 37