TECHNICAL REFERENCE MANUAL

XT-VIA Server
Version 21.0 | January 2025
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Contents
Disclaimer I

Contents III

What's New? VII

1. Overview 1

1.1. Presentation 1

2. Safety and Compliance 3

2.1. Safety Standards 3

2.2. Compliance Standards 3

2.3. EMC Warning 3

2.4. CE Marking 4

3. Hardware Specifications 5

3.1. Mechanical Dimensions and Weights 5

3.1.1. Rack Mount 6U Main Frame 5

3.1.2. SAS-HDX2 Unit 7

3.1.3. Control Devices 8

3.2. Power Supply 8

3.3. Environmental Conditions 9

3.4. Sound Power Level 10

4. Software Specifications 11

4.1. Video Specifications 11

4.2. Audio Specifications 13

4.3. Video Codecs and Bitrates 15

4.3.1. Supported Codecs 15

4.3.2. Maximum Bitrates 16

4.3.3. Optimal Block Size 17

4.3.4. Internal Bandwidth 22

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 4.3.5. Recording Capacities 27

4.4. Network Transfers 29

4.4.1. XNet-GO and (SDTI) Transfers 29

4.4.2. XNet-VIA Transfers 29

4.4.3. Gigabit Ethernet Transfers 32

4.5. Video Interpolation 39

5. Hardware Installation and Cabling 42

5.1. Rack Installation 42

5.2. Rear Panel Description 43

5.2.1. Rear Panel Configurations 43

5.2.2. Rear Panel Layout 43

5.3. Video Connections 50

5.3.1. SFP+ Video Connectors 50

5.3.2. SFP+ to SDI Adapters 51

5.4. Audio Connections 53

5.4.1. Audio Channels 53

5.4.2. Digital Audio DA-15 Pinout 54

5.5. RS422 Connections 55

5.5.1. RS422 Connector Pinout 55

5.6. XHub-VIA Connections 56

5.6.1. IP Aggregator 56

5.6.2. XNet-VIA 59

5.7. XNet Network 60

5.7.1. Introduction 60

5.7.2. Network Architectures 60

5.7.3. XNet Server Selection 63

5.7.4. Required Conditions to Set up and Run XNet (3G-SDTI) 66

5.7.5. Required Conditions to Set up and Run XNet-GO 68

5.7.6. Required Conditions to Set up and Run XNet (XNet-VIA) 70

5.7.7. Starting XNet 70

5.8. Gigabit Network 71

5.8.1. Functional Overview 71

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5.8.2. Backup of Clips 72

5.8.3. Restore of Clips 73

5.8.4. Important Rules 74

5.9. GPIO Connections 75

5.9.1. GP In Connections 75

5.9.2. GP Out Connections 77

6. Boards Description 79

6.1. Boards and Slots Configuration 79

6.2. Hardware Edition History 80

6.3. Video and Reference Boards 81

6.3.1. Description 81

6.3.2. V4X COD Connectivity in UHD-4K 84

6.3.3. V4X COD Connectivity in HD 88

6.3.4. MV4X COD Connectivity in HD 93

6.4. Audio Codec Board 94

6.5. Controller Boards 95

6.5.1. H4X Board 95

6.6. GbE Board 97

6.7. RAID Controller Boards 99

6.7.1. Supported External Arrays 99

6.7.2. R4X Board with Hot-Swappable Disks 99

6.7.3. External RAID Array SAS-HDX2 100

6.8. M4X Board 102

ICONOGRAPHY

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What's New?
In the Technical Reference Manual the icon has been added on the left margin to highlight
information on updated features.

The changes linked to new features in version 21.0 are listed below.

New license packages Multicam, Spotbox and Sportlight, and easy upgrade from Spotbox/Sportlight to
Multicam.

• See section "Introduction" on page 60.

• See section "Network Architectures" on page 60.

• See section "Required Conditions to Set up and Run XNet-GO" on page 68.

A dedicated Dual PC LAN mode for LSM-VIA is now available.

• See section "M4X Board" on page 102.

TCP and UDP port numbers for LinX have changed.

• See section "M4X Board" on page 102.

The read-only SNMP Community string has been modified.

• See section "M4X Board" on page 102.

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1. Overview

1.1. Presentation
Welcome to the EVS range of products and thank you for using an EVS XT-VIA Server server. We will do
our best to satisfy your video production needs and we look forward to continuing working with you.

The XT-VIA server is the Live Production server that meets the needs of broadcasters, content creators
and OB truck facility companies who focus mainly on UHD-4K productions and look for a future proof
HD/1080p server with versatile SDI and IP connectivity.

It provides up to 6 channels of UHD-4K (XAVC-4K, DNxHR) or 12 channels of Full-HD 1080p or HD

(XAVC-I, AVC-I, DNxHD, or ProRes 422) via an SDI or IP interface. The Mix on one channel feature is
supported in all configurations in 720p, 1080i and 1080p. It offers more internal bandwidth to fully
support UHD-4K file transfers and operations.

In addition to the EVS Loop Recording technology, the XNet-VIA IP network offers a 10G interface for
your transfers as well as the legacy XNet SDTI with a 3G interface. XT-VIA provides support of Super
Motion cameras, slow motion replays and multi-channel playback with server-to-server transfer options.

With support of multiple options, the XT-VIA meets your business needs whether you are starting at 3G-
SDI, evolving to 12G-SDI, or building a next generation facility using IP protocols using ST 2110 and
NMOS.

XT-VIA comes with interfaces that allow to integrate it in a production network made of previous
generation XT3 or XT4K and at the same time sets the foundations for the new interactivity that will be
enabled by the VIA technology platform.

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2. Safety and Compliance

2.1. Safety Standards

This equipment has been designed and tested to meet the requirements of the following standards:

Standard Area Title

EN 60950 European Safety of information technology equipment including business

equipment

IEC 950 International Safety of information technology equipment including business

equipment

UL 1950 USA Safety of information technology equipment including business

equipment

2.2. Compliance Standards

This equipment complies with following EMC standards:

Standard Area Title

EN 55022 European Emission Standard

EN 55024 European Information Technology Equipment - Immunity characteristics - Limits

and methods of measurement

This equipment complies with following TÜV standards:

Standard Area Title

IS 13252-1 Indian Information Technology Equipment - Safety

IEC 60950-1 International Part 1: General requirements

2.3. EMC Warning

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer for compliance could void the
user's authority to operate the equipment.

This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

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If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

2.4. CE Marking
The CE marking is affixed to indicate compliance with the following directives:

• 2014/30/EU of 26 February 2014 on the harmonization of the laws of the Members States relating to
electromagnetic compatibility.

• 2014/35/EU of 26 February 2014 on the harmonization of the laws of the Members States relating to
the making available on the market of electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage
limits.

• 1999/5/EC of 9 March 1999 on radio equipment and telecommunications terminal equipment and the
mutual recognition of their conformity.

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3. Hardware Specifications
This section describes the following hardware specifications of the server: mechanical dimensions,
weight, power supply, environmental conditions and sound power level.

3.1. Mechanical Dimensions and Weights

3.1.1. Rack Mount 6U Main Frame

Weight

Disk Configuration Weight

6U - 19 inches chassis with 6 HDD on hot swap rack 37 kg / 81.6 lb

6U - 19 inches chassis with 12 HDD on hot swap rack 39 kg / 86.0 lb

Dimensions
The following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the XT-VIA server with a 6U chassis.

Front view

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Left view

Right view

Top view

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3.1.2. SAS-HDX2 Unit

The following drawings provide the various dimensions, in mm, of the SAS-HDX2 external array.

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3.1.3. Control Devices
The following control devices can optionally be connected to your server to control it.

LSM Remote Control Panel

Weight: 2.9 kg / 6.3 lb

Keyboard
Weight: 0.4 kg / 0.9 lb

3.2. Power Supply

Redundant Power Supply
The server is fitted with two auto switching and hot-swappable power supplies.

The secondary hot-swappable power supply should be connected to the mains to allow automatic
power switching to this second power supply should the first one fail.

Grounding

The protective earth must be connected to the ground before powering up the unit.
Ensure the disk recorder unit is properly grounded at all times to avoid electrical shock hazard.

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Electrical Specifications
Rated voltage: 100V-240VAC (single phase)

Power consumption: 630W

Input connector: CEE 22/IEC 320 3-pin male receptacle

Connection to supply: Pluggable equipment Type A (EN 60950 §1.2.5): Equipment which is intended for
connection to the building power supply wiring via a non-industrial plug and socket-outlet or a non-
industrial appliance coupler or both. Correct mains polarity must always be observed. Do not use
reversible power plugs with this equipment.

Class of equipment: Class 1 equipment (EN 60950 § 1.2.5): electric shock protection by basic insulation
and protective earth.

Electrical Consumption
The following electrical specifications are valid for the XT-VIA server:

Parameter Minimum Rated Maximum Max. Current

Voltage 115V 90 VAC 100 - 127 VAC 132 VAC 10 A

Voltage 230V 180 VAC 200 - 240 VAC 264 VAC 5A

Frequency 47 Hz 50 / 60 Hz 63 Hz

AC inrush current: 20/40 amps@115/230 VAC (25°C ambient cold start for each power unit).

3.3. Environmental Conditions

Operating
• Temperature: 10°C to +40°C (50°F to 104°F) ambient with free air flow

• Relative humidity: 0% to 90% (non-condensing)

• Cooling requirements: Forced cooling air flow from right to left when looking at the EVS server from
the back panel.

• Handling/movement: Designed for fixed use when in operation.

Storage and Transport

• Temperature: 0°C to +70°C (32°F to 158°F)

• Relative humidity: 0% to 90% (non-condensing)

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3.4. Sound Power Level
65dB

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4. Software Specifications

4.1. Video Specifications

Video Standards
The following table lists the video specifications in HD and UHD-4K formats for your XT-VIA server.

High Definition UHD-4K

Video Formats 720p 50/59.94 fields/sec UHD-4K 50/59.94 fields/sec

1080i 50/59.94 fields/sec
1080p 50/59.94 fields/sec (3G)

Digital Interface 10-bit 4:2:2 Serial (ST 292-1:2011) 10-bit 4:2:2 Serial (ST 292-1:2011)
Full frame synchronizer at input. Full frame synchronizer at input.

Number of up to 12 channels, reversible up to 6 channels, reversible

Channels REC/PLAY REC/PLAY

Monitoring & Down- 1 SDI output per channel, with OSD 1-built in down-converter per
converters channel.
1 3G-SDI or IP output per channel
with OSD.

Reference Analog Black Burst and HD Tri- Analog Black Burst and HD Tri-
Level Sync Level Sync
PTP PTP

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SMPTE Standards
The following table lists the SMPTE standards supported by your server.

Configuration SMPTE Standard

HD SDI ST 292-1:2011, ST 292:2012

(720p 50 and 59.94 Hz; 1080i 50 and
59.94 Hz)

Embedded audio HD ST 299-0:2010, ST 299-1:2009

AES/EBU audio ST 272:2004

LTC ST 12-1:2008, ST12-2:2008

D-VITC ST 266:2012

Ancillary TC in HD RP 188

Vertical Ancillary Data ST 334:2000

VC-3 ST 2019-1:2008

Mapping of Audio Metadata into Vertical Ancillary data ST 2020-2:2008, ST 2020-3:2008

3G SDI ST 424:2006

3G SDI – Data mapping ST 425-B:2008

Image Format and Ancillary Data Mapping for the Quad ST 425-5:2014
Link 3 Gb/s Serial Interface

12G-SDI Bit-Serial Interfaces ST 2082

Transport of High Bit Rate Media Signals over IP ST 2022-6:2012

Networks

Interoperation of ST 2022-6 streams ST 2022-8

Professional Media Over Managed IP Networks: System ST 2110-10

Timing

Professional Media Over Managed IP Networks: ST 2110-20

Uncompressed Video

Professional Media Over Managed IP Networks: Traffic ST 2110-21 (senders: narrow; receivers: wide
Shaping Uncompressed Video and/or narrow(*))

Professional Media Over Managed IP Networks: PCM ST 2110-30 (Conformance level B)

Audio

Professional Media Over Managed IP Networks: ST 2110-31:2018 (Conformance level B)

AES3 Transparent Transport

Professional Media Over Managed IP Networks: ST 2110-40

Ancillary Data

Hitless Protection Switching ST 2022-7:2013 (Conformance level A)

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• (*) V4X receivers: wide and narrow

• MV4X receivers: narrow

4.2. Audio Specifications

General Specifications
See section "Audio Channels" on page 53 for an overview on the possible audio hardware
configurations.

• 4 additional analog balanced output channels for monitoring

• All audio connectors on mainframe

• The MADI interface supports 64 synchronous audio tracks @ 48KHz.

• In 4K configurations, the embedded audio will be processed from the first channel (Top Left).

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Maximum Number of Embedded or MADI Audio Channels
The following table provides the default and maximum number of mono audio channels per logical
server video channel:

Configuration Mode Embedded MADI

2-channel configurations 2*16 audio mono 2*32 audio mono (SDI)

(=32 tracks) (= 64 tracks)
2*16 audio mono (XIP)
(=32 tracks)

4-channel configurations 4*16 audio mono 4*32 audio mono (SDI)

(= 64 tracks) (= 128 tracks)
4*16 audio mono (XIP)
(= 64 tracks)

6-channel configurations 6*16 audio mono 6*32 audio mono (SDI)

(= 96 tracks) (= 192 tracks)
6*16 audio mono (XIP)
(= 96 tracks)

8-channel configurations 8*16 audio mono 8*24 audio mono (SDI)

(= 128 tracks) (= 192 tracks)
8*16 audio mono (XIP)
(= 128 tracks)

10-channel configurations 10*16 audio mono 10*16 audio mono

(=160 tracks) (=160 tracks)

12-channel configurations 12*16 audio mono 12*16 mono

(=192 tracks) (=192 tracks)
if # IN ≤ 8 + LoRes
12*8 mono
(= 96 tracks)
if # IN > 8 + LoRes

UHD-4K 2*16 audio mono 2*32 audio mono (SDI)

(=32 tracks) (= 64 tracks)
2*16 audio mono (XIP)
(=32 tracks)

Audio Processing
• Uncompressed audio

• 24 bit processing and storage

• Sample rate converter from 25-55 kHz to 48 kHz

• Audio scrub

• Audio mix

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4.3. Video Codecs and Bitrates

4.3.1. Supported Codecs

Codecs and Related License Codes
The XT-VIA server supports natively the video codecs presented in the table below when the required
license code is valid.

HD codecs V4X Codec Board

Avid DNxHD® code 5

Apple ProRes 422, 422 LT, 422 HQ code 6

AVC-Intra code 13

XAVC-Intra HD code 15

UHD codecs V4X Codec Board

DNxHR 4K code 16

ProRes-4K code 17

XAVC-Intra code 19
4K

Proxy codec V4X Codec Board

Mjpeg, H.264 (Proxy codec) code 32

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Content Transfer Encoding and File Header
It is possible to perform the encoding process in 8-bit or 10-bit and to write a 10-bit file on selected
codecs.

The following table summarizes the proposed configurations, valid for encoding and file header:

HD Codecs Encoding & File Header

DNxHD 120/145 8-bit

DNxHD 185/220 8-bit

DNxHD 185x/220x 10-bit

ProRes LT 10-bit

ProRes SQ 10-bit

ProRes HQ 10-bit

AVC-Intra 10-bit

XAVC-Intra HD 10-bit

UHD Codecs Encoding & File Header

DNxHR SQ/HQ 8 bit

DNxHR HQx 10 bit

ProRes-4K 10 bit

XAVC-Intra 4K 10-bit

4.3.2. Maximum Bitrates

These maximum values are valid for XT-VIA servers running Multicam version 21.0 or higher. They
guarantee a smooth play and a browse at 100% speed on all channels simultaneously.

Codec Format 2-12 ch (720p/1080i) 2-12 ch (1080p)

Avid DNxHD® 50Hz 185 367

59.94Hz 220 440

Apple ProRes 422 50Hz 185 367

59.94Hz 220 440

AVC-Intra 100 50Hz 111 222

59.94Hz 111 222

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Codec Format 2-12 ch (720p/1080i) 2-12 ch (1080p)

XAVC-Intra 100 50Hz 111 222

59.94Hz 111 222

With a (10+1) or (10+2) RAID, the following maximum bitrates (hence codec flavors) are supported:

Codec Format up to 6 ch

XAVC-Intra 4K 50Hz 800

59.94Hz 960

Codec Format 3 ch 4 ch 5 ch 6 ch

DNxHR 50Hz 1455 1455 1455 965

(HQ/HQx) (HQ/HQx) (HQ/HQx) (SQ)

59.94Hz 1745 1745 1155 1155

(HQ/HQx) (HQ/HQx) (SQ) (SQ)

Apple ProRes 4K 422 50Hz 1475 1475 1475 983

(HQ) (HQ) (HQ) (SQ)

59.94Hz 1768 1768 1178 1178

(HQ) (HQ) (SQ) (SQ)

4.3.3. Optimal Block Size

General Description
This section helps you to select the most appropriate block size for the native codec(s) on the EVS
server, on the basis of the intra codec bitrate, frame rate and the channel configuration.

The block sizes differ from 8 to 32 MB.

The following color code is used:

• Blocks of 8MB are used.

• Blocks of 16MB are recommended, but 8MB is still possible. You can decide the size to use.

• Blocks of 16MB are mandatory.

• Blocks of 32MB are mandatory.

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1080i

50Hz

Codec 1x 2x 3x 4x 6x 8x 10x 16x

Apple ProRes LT 8 8 8 8 8/16 16 16 16

Apple ProRes SQ 8 8 8 8/16 16 16 16 16

Apple ProRes HQ 8 8 8/16 16 16 16 16 not supported

AVC-I 8 8 8 8/16 16 16 16 16

XAVC-I 8 8 8 8/16 16 16 16 16

Avid DNxHD 120 8 8 8 8/16 16 16 16 16

Avid DNxHD 185 8 8 8/16 16 16 16 16 16

Avid DNxHD 185x 8 8 8/16 16 16 16 16 16

59.94Hz

Codec 1x 2x 3x 4x 6x 8x 10x 16x

Apple ProRes LT 8 8 8 8 8/16 16 16 16

Apple ProRes SQ 8 8 8 8/16 16 16 16 16

Apple ProRes HQ 8 8 8/16 16 16 16 16 not supported

AVC-I 8 8 8 8 8/16 16 16 16

XAVC-I 8 8 8 8 8/16 16 16 16

Avid DNxHD 145 8 8 8 8/16 16 16 16 16

Avid DNxHD 220 8 8 8/16 16 16 16 16 16

Avid DNxHD 8 8 8/16 16 16 16 16 16

220x

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1080p

50Hz

Codec 1x 2x 3x 4x 6x 8x

Apple ProRes LT 8 8 8/16 16 16 16

Apple ProRes SQ 8 8/16 16 16 16 16

Apple ProRes HQ 8 16 16 16 16 not supported

AVC-I 8 8/16 16 16 16 16

XAVC-I 8 8/16 16 16 16 16

Avid DNxHD 240 8 8/16 16 16 16 16

Avid DNxHD 365 8 16 16 16 16 16

Avid DNxHD 365x 8 16 16 16 16 16

59.94Hz

Codec 1x 2x 3x 4x 6x 8x

Apple ProRes LT 8 8 8/16 16 16 16

Apple ProRes SQ 8 8/16 16 16 16 16

Apple ProRes HQ 8 16 16 16 16 not supported

AVC-I 8 8 8/16 16 16 16

XAVC-I 8 8 8/16 16 16 16

Avid DNxHD 290 8 8/16 16 16 16 16

Avid DNxHD 440 8 16 16 16 16 16

Avid DNxHD 440x 8 16 16 16 16 16

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UHD-4K

50Hz

Codec 1x 2x 3x

XAVC 300 8/16 16 32

XAVC 480 16 32 32

Avid DNxHR SQ 16 32 32

Avid DNxHR HQ 32 32 32

Avid DNxHR HQx 32 32 32

Apple ProRes 4K 422 LT 16 32 32

Apple ProRes 4K 422 SQ 16 32 32

Apple ProRes 4K 422 HQ 32 32 32

59.94Hz

Codec 1x 2x 3x

XAVC 300 8/16 16 32

XAVC 480 16 32 32

Avid DNxHR SQ 16 32 32

Avid DNxHR HQ 32 32 32

Avid DNxHR HQx 32 32 32

Apple ProRes 422 4K LT 16 32 32

Apple ProRes 422 4K SQ 16 32 32

Apple ProRes 422 4K HQ 32 32 32

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UHD-8K

50Hz

Codec 1x

XAVC 300 32

XAVC 480 32

59.94Hz

Codec 1x

XAVC 300 32

XAVC 480 32

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4.3.4. Internal Bandwidth
General Description
This section helps you select the most appropriate bitrate for the native codec(s) on the EVS server, on
the basis of the internal bandwidth, the channel configuration, and the calculated number of real-time
channels at the EVS server level.

The section therefore presents tables including the following parameters:

1. Block Size: Size of the disk block in MB. It can vary from one codec to the other. For a given codec,
the most appropriate size will automatically be used.

2. Video Bitrate: codec bitrate set by the user in the Codec section of the Server tab in the Multicam
Configuration window.

3. Fields/Block: numbers of video fields that can be stored in one disk block (disk block size specified in
the table) taking into account 8 audio tracks, in 1080i and UHD-4K.

4. Actual Bandwidth: actual disk/network bandwidth required for the real-time record or real-time
playback of one video stream and its associated audio tracks.

5. Max. RT Channels: maximum number of video channels (real-time record or real-time playback) that
one EVS server can support for a given frame rate and bitrate.

For a server running in a configuration with a given number of video channels, any additional real-
time access can be used for transfers over the XNet (SDTI) network.

The RT Channels calculation is based on the use of Seagate disks of 1800GB (10K9) configured in
10+1 raids. Such disks are able to write 1000 MB/s.

The reference writing speed in case of another RAID configuration is the following:

◦ 4+1: 600 MB/s

◦ 5+1: 700 MB/s

◦ 10+2: 1000 MB/s

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Bandwidth and RT Channels at 50 Hz

Codec Block Size Video Bitrate Fields/ Block-based Max.

(MB) (Mbps) Block bandwidth RT Channels
(MB/s)

Apple ProRes 422 LT 8 85 32 12.5 80

AVC-Intra 100 / 8 111 25 15.9 62

XAVC-Intra HD

Avid DNxHD® 120 8 121 22 18.1 55

Apple ProRes 422 SQ 8 120 23 17.3 57

Avid DNxHD® 185 8 184 15 26.6 37

Apple ProRes 422 HQ 8 185 15 26.6 37

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 500 11 72.6 13

class 300

Apple ProRes 4K 16 684 8 99.8 10

422 LT

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 800 7 114.1 8

class 480

DNxHR SQ 16 965 6 133.1 7

Apple ProRes 4K 16 983 6 133.1 7

422 SQ

DNxHR HQ/HQX 32 1455 8 199.8 5

Apple ProRes 4K 32 1475 8 199.8 5

422 HQ

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Bandwidth and RT Channels at 150 Hz (SLSM 3x)

Codec Block Size Video Bitrate Fields/ Block-based Max.

(MB) (Mbps) Block bandwidth RT Channels
(MB/s)

Apple ProRes 422 LT 8 85 11 36.2 27

AVC-Intra 100 / XAVC- 8 111 9 44.3 22

Intra HD

Apple ProRes 422 SQ 8 120 8 49.8 20

Avid DNxHD® 120 8 121 8 49.8 20

Avid DNxHD® 185 8 184 5 79.7 12

Apple ProRes 422 HQ 8 185 5 79.7 12

XAVC-Intra 4K 32 500 7 228.3 4

class 300

XAVC-Intra 4K 32 800 4 399.6 2

class 480

Apple ProRes 4K 422 LT 32 684 5 319.7 3

DNxHR SQ 32 965 4 399.6 2

Apple ProRes 4K 422 32 983 4 399.6 2

SQ

DNxHR HQ/HQX 32 1455 2 799.2 1

Apple ProRes 4K 422 32 1475 2 799.2 1

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Bandwidth and RT Channels at 59.94 Hz

Codec Block Size Video Bitrate Fields/ Block-based Max.

(MB) (Mbps) Block bandwidth RT Channels
(MB/s)

Apple ProRes 422 LT 8 102 33 14.5 68

AVC-Intra 100 / 8 111 30 15.9 62

XAVC-Intra HD

Avid DNxHD® 145 / 8 145 23 20.8 48

Apple ProRes 422 SQ

Avid DNxHD® 220 / 8 220 15 31.8 31

Apple ProRes 422 HQ

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 600 11 87 11
class 300

Apple ProRes 4K 16 821 8 119.6 8

422 LT

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 960 7 136.7 7

class 480

DNxHR SQ 16 1155 6 159.5 6

Apple ProRes 4K 16 1178 6 159.5 6

422 SQ

DNxHR HQ/HQX 32 1745 8 239.5 4

Apple ProRes 4K 32 1768 8 239.5 4

422 HQ

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Bandwidth and RT Channels at 180 Hz (SLSM 3x)

Codec Block Size Video Bitrate Fields/ Block-based Max.

(MB) (Mbps) Block bandwidth RT Channels
(MB/s)

Apple ProRes 422 LT 8 102 11 43.4 23

AVC-Intra 100 / 8 111 11 43.4 23

XAVC-Intra HD

Avid DNxHD® / 8 145 8 59.7 16

Apple ProRes 422 SQ

Avid DNxHD® / Apple 8 220 5 95.5 10

ProRes 422 HQ

XAVC-Intra 4K 32 600 7 273.7 3

class 300

Apple ProRes 4K 422 LT 32 821 5 383.2 2

XAVC-Intra 4K 32 960 4 479.1 2

class 480

DNxHR SQ 32 1155 4 479.1 2

Apple ProRes 4K 32 1178 4 479.1 2

422 SQ

DNxHR HQ/HQX 32 1745 2 958.1 1

Apple ProRes 4K 32 1768 2 958.1 1

422 HQ

Real-Time Channel Calculation

The maximum server bandwidth depends on the disks. Based on the assumption that Seagate disks of
1800 GB (10K9) are used in 10+1 raids, the disks will be able to write 1000 MB/s, and the maximum server
bandwidth is therefore 1000 MB/s.

For a mixed configuration with standard and super motion channels on the same EVS server, the
following calculation must be used to ensure that the settings do not exceed the maximum bandwidth of
the server, that is to say 1000 MB/s:
(nbr of standard channels x their block-based bandwidth)

+ (nbr of super motion channels x their block-based bandwidth)

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4.3.5. Recording Capacities

Disk Storage
The disk storage, on SAS disks, can be as follows, with a total of up to 36 disks:

• internal storage only: 6 or 12x 1.8 TB SAS disks

• external storage only: 1 array with 24 x 1.8 TB SAS disks, with or without spare disks

• both internal and external storage.

Recording capacities of an XT-VIA server with internal and external disk storage cannot
exceed 54 TB.
This limit will be reached with 30 disks of 1.8 TB.

RAID Level: 3
The video RAID uses striping process across 5, 6, 11 or 12 disk drives. The video and audio data is striped
over the first 4, 5 or 10 drives while the parity information is saved on the remaining drive(s).

If one drive is damaged, the video RAID can use the parity information to recover the missing
information, so that operation can continue seamlessly without bandwidth loss.

Recording Capacity Figures

The tables below show the recording capacity, in hours, for different video bitrates in the following
conditions:

• In HD and UHD-4K, one record channel corresponds to 1 video + 8 stereo audio tracks.

• With the Operational Disk Size parameter set to 100%.

• With arrays of 1.8 TB disks.

• Without activating the SMPTE 334M packages

Recording Capacity in Hours for 6 Disks (5+1) RAID Configuration – 50Hz

# RAID AVC-Intra 100 Avid Avid XAVC-Intra 4K

Units XAVC-Intra HD DNxHD® 120 DNxHD® 185 Class 300
Apple Apple
ProRes 422 SQ ProRes 422 HQ

1 157 138 94 34

2 315 277 189 69

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Recording Capacity in Hours for 11 Disks (10+1) RAID Configuration – 50Hz

# RAID AVC-Intra 100 Avid Avid XAVC-Intra 4K

Units XAVC-Intra HD DNxHD® 120 DNxHD® 185
Apple Apple
ProRes 422 SQ ProRes 422 HQ

1 315 277 189 69

2 630 554 378 138

3 945 832 567 208

Recording Capacity in Hours for 6 Disks (5+1) RAID Configuration – 59.94Hz

# RAID AVC-Intra 100 Avid Avid XAVC-Intra 4K

Units XAVC-Intra HD DNxHD® 145 DNxHD® 220 Class 300
Apple Apple
ProRes 422 SQ ProRes 422 HQ

1 157 120 78 28

2 315 241 157 57

Recording Capacity in Hours for 11 Disks (10+1) RAID Configuration – 59.94Hz

# RAID AVC-Intra 100 Avid Avid XAVC-Intra 4K

Units XAVC-Intra HD DNxHD® 145 DNxHD® 220
Apple Apple
ProRes 422 SQ ProRes 422 HQ

1 315 241 157 57

2 631 483 315 115

3 946 725 473 173

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4.4. Network Transfers

4.4.1. XNet-GO and (SDTI) Transfers

• When A/V data is transferred through the XNet-GO and (SDTI) network, you should take into account
the maximum bandwidth of 240 MB/s for transfers between EVS servers.

• In XNet-GO and (SDTI), the bandwidth allocated to a transfer is impacted by the total number of
transfers on the whole XNet-GO and (SDTI) network.

4.4.2. XNet-VIA Transfers

Rule
This section provides figures on transfer speeds for jobs processed by the XNet-VIA network.

The section presents data in tables including the following parameters:

1. Codec: codec set by the user in the Codec section of the Server tab in the Multicam Configuration
window.

2. Video Bitrate: codec bitrate set by the user in the Codec section of the Server tab in the Multicam
Configuration window.

3. RT Transfers:

◦ Live Network Playout:

- This corresponds to the number of record channels that can be played out simultaneously
over the network at a nominal speed of 100%.

- For example, a value 6 means that the recorder(s) of a given server can be played "live"
(considering a network delay of 500ms) on up to 6 players of one or more servers in the
network.

◦ Non-Live Network Playout:

- This corresponds to the number of media assets (clips stored on a remote server, or remote
record channels played out with delay) that can be played out simultaneously over the
network at a variable speed. We consider a playout speed of 200% representing roughly the
double nominal video codec bandwidth.

- Note that when browsing remote content at variable speed (higher than 100%), the network
and storage bandwidth might increase and therefore the number of remote network transfers
decreases accordingly.

- For instance, a value 4 means that up to 4 clips stored on a given machine can be played out
simultaneously over the network from one or multiple other machines.

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 - As compared to live network playout, this generates additional load on the source machine
because of the additional storage access. At the same time, the controller board CPU is
under lower stress when playing non-live content.

◦ Network Clip Transfer:

- This corresponds to the factor by which the transfer of a clip is faster compared to the clip
duration, taking into account the nominal speed of the clip.

- For example, a factor 6 means that: a regular clip with a duration of 60 seconds is copied in 10
seconds, or a 60-second clip recorded from an SLSM3x camera is copied in 30 seconds, or 6
clips with a duration of 20 seconds each are copied in a total time of 20 seconds.

When A/V data is transferred through the XNet-VIA network, you should take into account the following
maximum bandwidths:

• 950 MB/s for transfers between EVS servers on an XNet-VIA IP 10 Gbps network. For comparison,
240 MB/s for transfers between EVS servers on and SDTI network.

This ideal bandwidth can only be obtained in case of a low number of transfers with a high bitrate per
transfer.

In XNet-VIA, the bandwidth allocated to a transfer only depends on the outgoing transfer from
A and ingoing traffic to B. This is not impacted by the number of transfers on the whole XNet-
VIA network.

1080p
We consider a local channel configuration of 12 channels for all codecs on source and target servers.

50Hz

Codec Local Channel Video RT Transfers

Configuration Bitrate

(Mbps) Clip Non-Live Distant Live Distant

Transfer Playout Playout
(200%)

ProRes LT 12 170 9.2 13 10

XAVC-Intra / 12 222 7.8 9 10

AVC-Intra

DNxHD 240 12 242 5.3 6 10

ProRes SQ 12 245 5.3 6 10

DNxHD 12 367 3.2 3 10

365/365x

ProRes HQ 12 367 3.2 3 10

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59.94Hz

Codec Local Channel Video Bitrate RT Transfers

Configuration
(Mbps) Clip Transfer Non-Live Distant Playout Live Distant Playout
(200%)

ProRes LT 12 204 8.8 10 10

XAVC-Intra / 12 222 7.8 9 10

AVC-Intra

DNxHD 290 12 291 4.6 5 10

ProRes SQ 12 293 4.6 5 10

DNxHD 440/440x 12 440 2.4 2 10

ProRes HQ 12 440 2.4 2 10

UHD-4K
We consider a local channel configuration depending on the codec as illustrated in the tables below.

50Hz

Codec Local Channel Video Bitrate RT Transfers

Configuration
(Mbps) Clip Transfer Non-Live Distant Playout Live Distant Playout
(200%)

XAVC 300 6 500 5.0 5 10

ProRes LT 4 684 4.0 3 10

XAVC 480 4 800 3.3 2 10

DNxHR SQ 4 965 3.0 2 10

ProRes SQ 4 983 2.7 2 9

DNxHR HQ/HQx 2 1455 2.5 1 5

ProRes HQ 2 1475 2.4 1 5

59.54Hz

Codec Local Channel Video Bitrate RT Transfers

Configuration
(Mbps) Clip Transfer Non-Live Distant Playout Live Distant Playout
(200%)

XAVC 300 6 600 4.3 3 10

ProRes LT 4 821 3.3 2 10

XAVC 480 4 960 2.6 2 10

DNxHR SQ 4 1155 2.3 1 10

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 Codec Local Channel Video Bitrate RT Transfers
Configuration
(Mbps) Clip Transfer Non-Live Distant Playout Live Distant Playout
(200%)

ProRes SQ 4 1178 2.2 1 9

DNxHR HQ/HQx 2 1745 2.4 1 5

ProRes HQ 2 1768 2.3 1 5

4.4.3. Gigabit Ethernet Transfers

General Description
This section provides empirical figures on real-time transfers for backup and restore jobs processed by
the GbE network. The GbE bandwidth however relies on the customer network behavior, which depends
on external conditions, and partly on the EVS servers.

The observations and data focus on steady rates: the transfer performances with small clips
will be lower as they generate a lot of starts and ends of sessions.

The section presents data in tables including the following parameters:

1. Block Size: Size of the disk block in MB. It can vary from one codec to the other. For a given codec,
the most appropriate size will automatically be used.

2. Field Rate: field frequency used, or number of video fields transferred per second.

3. Video Bitrate: codec bitrate set by the user in the Codec section of the Server tab in the Multicam
Configuration window.

4. RT Transfers: maximum number of simultaneous transfers of A/V data that can be processed for the
given frame rate and video bitrate through the GbE network.

Calculation formula: Maximum GbE bandwidth / actual block-based bandwidth = real-

time transfers

5. Transfer Speed: transfer speed for a single transfer expressed in faster than-real time speed. The
calculation formula is the same with a reference GbE bandwidth that is slightly smaller.

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Reference Bandwidth
The table below specifies the reference GbE bandwidth used for calculations in this section. However,
the effective bandwidth depends on network behavior, which only partly relies on the EVS server.

Gigabit Connection Type Real-Time Transfers Single Transfer Speed

Backup Restore Backup Restore

1GbE (GbE board) 90 MB/s 70 MB/s 80 MB/s 70 MB/s

2GbE (LACP teaming) 180 MB/s 140 MB/s 80 MB/s 70 MB/s

10GbE (GbE board) 220 MB/s 140 MB/s 150 MB/s 80 MB/s

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Backup Transfers
The maximum transfer speed through one port the GbE board on an XT-VIA server in 1080i and UHD-4K,
without SLSM REC, are summarized in the following tables.

The data is available for:

• one 1GbE and 10 GbE port of the GbE board

• field rates of 50.00Hz and 59.94Hz

1GbE Connection (50Hz)

Codec Block Size Video Bitrate Block-Based Transfer Speed

(Mbps) Bandwidth (MB/s) (faster than RT)

Apple ProRes 422 8 85 11.7 7.6x

LT

AVC-Intra 100 / 8 111 15.3 6.0x

XAVC-Intra HD

Apple ProRes 422 8 120 16.6 5.4x

SQ

Avid DNxHD® 120 8 121 16.6 5.4x

Avid DNxHD® 185 8 184 25.0 3.6x

Apple ProRes 422 8 185 25.0 3.6x

HQ

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 500 61.5 1.4x

class 300

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 800 100 0.9x

class 480

DNxHR SQ 16 965 133.3 0.6x

DNxHR HQ/HQX 32 1455 200 0.4x

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1GbE Connection (59.94Hz)

Codec Block Video Bitrate Block-Based Transfer Speed

Size (Mbps) Bandwidth (MB/s) (faster than RT)

Apple ProRes 422 8 102 14.1 6.4x

LT

AVC-Intra 100 / 8 111 15.4 5.8x

XAVC-Intra HD

Avid DNxHD® 145 / 8 145 19.1 4.7x

Apple ProRes 422
SQ

Avid DNxHD® 220 8 220 30.0 3.0x

/ Apple ProRes 422
HQ

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 600 73.7 1.2x

class 300

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 960 119.8 0.7x

class 480

DNxHR SQ 16 1155 159.8 0.5x

DNxHR HQ/HQX 32 1745 239.7 0.3x

10GbE Connection (50Hz)

Codec Block Size Video Block- RT Transfers Transfer

Bitrate Based Speed
(Mbps) Bandwidth (faster than
(MB/s) RT)

Apple ProRes 422 LT 8 85 11.7 18.7 17.0x

AVC-Intra 100 / 8 111 14.8 14.8 13.5x

XAVC-Intra HD

Avid DNxHD® 120 / 8 120 16.6 13.2 12x

Apple ProRes 422 SQ

Avid DNxHD® 185 / 8 185 25.0 8.8 8x

Apple ProRes 422 HQ

XAVC-Intra 4K class 300 16 500 66.6 3.3 3x

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 800 100 2.2 2x

class 480

DNxHR SQ 16 965 133.3 1.6 1.6x

DNxHR HQ/HQX 32 1455 200 1 1x

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10 GbE Connection (59.94Hz)

Codec Block Size Video Block- RT Transfer

Bitrate Based Transfers Speed
(Mbps) Bandwidth (faster than
(MB/s) RT)

Apple ProRes 422 LT 8 102 14.1 15.6 14.1x

AVC-Intra 100 / XAVC-Intra 8 111 14.5 15.1 13.7x

HD

Avid DNxHD® 145 / 8 145 20.8 10.5 9.6x

Apple ProRes 422 SQ

Avid DNxHD® 220 / 8 220 30.0 7.3 6.6x

Apple ProRes 422 HQ

XAVC-Intra 4K class 300 16 600 73.7 3 2.9x

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 960 119.8 2 1.79x

class 480

DNxHR SQ 16 1155 159.8 1 1.3x

DNxHR HQ/HQX 32 1745 239.7 1 0.9

Restore Transfers
The maximum transfer speed through one port the GbE board on an XT-VIA server in 1080i and UHD-4K,
without SLSM REC, are summarized in the following tables.

The data are available for:

• one 1GbE and 10 GbE port of the GbE board

• field rates of 50.00Hz and 59.94Hz

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1GbE Connection (50Hz)

Codec Block Video Bitrate Block- Based Transfer Speed

Size (Mbps) Bandwidth (MB/s) (faster than RT)

Apple ProRes 422 8 85 11.7 5.9x

LT

AVC-Intra 100 / 8 111 15.3 4.5x

XAVC-Intra HD

Avid DNxHD® 120 8 120 16.6 4.2x

/
Apple ProRes 422
SQ

Avid DNxHD® 185 / 8 185 25.0 2.8x

Apple ProRes 422
HQ

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 500 61.5 1.0x

class 300

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 800 100 0.9x

class 180

DNxHR SQ 16 965 133.3 0.6x

DNxHR HQ/HQX 32 1455 200 0.4x

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1GbE Connection (59.94Hz)

Codec Block Size Video Bitrate Block- Based Transfer Speed

(Mbps) Bandwidth (MB/s) (faster than RT)

Apple ProRes 422 8 100 14.1 4.9x

LT

AVC-Intra 100 / 8 111 15,4 4.5x

XAVC-Intra HD

Avid DNxHD® 145 / 8 145 19.1 3.6x

Apple ProRes 422
SQ

Avid DNxHD® 220 8 220 30.0 2.3x

/
Apple ProRes 422
HQ

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 600 73.7 0.9x

class 300

XAVC-Intra 4K 16 960 119.8 0.5x

class 480

DNxHR SQ 16 1155 159.8 0.4x

DNxHR HQ/HQX 32 1745 239.7 0.2x

10GbE Connection (50Hz)

Codec Block Size Video Block- RT Transfer

Bitrate Based Transfers Speed
(Mbps) Bandwidth (faster than
(MB/s) RT)

Apple ProRes 422 LT 8 85 11.7 11.9 6.8x

AVC-Intra 100 / 8 111 15.3 9.1 5.2x

XAVC-Intra HD

Avid DNxHD® 120 / 8 120 16.6 8.4 4.8x

Apple ProRes 422 SQ

Avid DNxHD® 185 / 8 185 25.0 5.6 3.2x

Apple ProRes 422 HQ

XAVC-Intra 4K class 300 16 500 61.5 2.2 1.3x

XAVC-Intra 4K class 480 16 800 100 2.2 2.1x

DNxHR SQ 16 965 133.3 1.6 1.6

DNxHR HQ/HQX 32 1455 200 1.1 1.0x

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10GbE Connection (59.94Hz)

Codec Block Size Video Block- RT Transfer

Bitrate Based Transfers Speed
(Mbps) Bandwidth (faster than
(MB/s) RT)

Apple ProRes 422 LT 8 100 14.1 9.9 5.6x

AVC-Intra 100 / 8 111 15.4 9.0 5.1x

XAVC-Intra HD

Avid DNxHD® 145 / 8 145 19.1 7.3 4.1x

Apple ProRes 422 SQ

Avid DNxHD® 220 / 8 220 30.0 4.6 2.6x

Apple ProRes 422 HQ

XAVC-Intra 4K class 300 16 600 73.7 1.9 1.1x

XAVC-Intra 4K class 480 16 960 119.8 1.1 0.6x

DNxHR SQ 16 1155 159.8 0.8 0.5

DNxHR HQ/HQX 32 1745 239.7 0.5 0.3

Simultaneous Backup and Restore

The backup sessions reach higher bandwidth and pre-empt the bandwidth against the restore sessions.
On a ‘per session’ base, the system allocates between 3.75 and 6 times more bandwidth to backup
session than to restore session.

4.5. Video Interpolation

Introduction
The playing back of smooth slow motion pictures carries specific issues: since some fields must be
repeated at regular interval to provide the video at the playback speed required by the operator, parity
violation appears regularly on the output video signal. This issue is specific to interlaced formats (525i,
625i and 1080i) and does not concern progressive formats (720p and 1080p).

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If O and E represent respectively the odd and even fields of a standard video signal (50/60 Hz), we have:

The original video signal:

◦ OEOEOEOEOEOEOEOE

The output video signal at 50% speed:

◦ OOEEOOEEOOEEOOEE

The output video signal at 33% speed:

◦ OOOEEEOOOEEEOOOE

The output video signal at 25% speed :

◦ OOOOEEEEOOOOEEEE

Fields with parity violation are shown in bold, underlined letters. As it appears from the above table,
whatever the playback speed (with the exception of the normal 100% playback speed), a number of
fields violate the normal parity of the output signal. This parity violation induces a 1-line shift of the field,
resulting in a vertical jitter of the picture. The jitter frequency depends upon the chosen playback speed.

To avoid this phenomenon and provide a stable output picture, EVS developed 2 types of line
interpolator: 2-line and 4-line interpolators. The interpolation process can be enabled or disabled by the
operator on all EVS slow motion systems.

2-Line Interpolator
The 2-line interpolator actually generates a new field, when the original field is in parity violation. Each
line of this new field is calculated by a weighted average of the 2 neighboring lines. This process solves
the problem of parity violation and vertical jitter, but the drawback is a reduction of the vertical
resolution on the interpolated fields, that appear unfocused. Another side effect is the alternation of
original fields (perfectly focused) and interpolated fields (unfocused), resulting in a "pumping" video
signal.

4-Line Interpolator
The 4-line interpolator uses a more sophisticated calculation based on the 4 neighboring lines. By using
suitable coefficients for the weight of each line in the resulting calculation, we apply this interpolation to
all fields. The final result is a permanently, slightly unfocused picture. The advantage is a stable output
signal with no jitter and no "pumping", but the vertical bandwidth is even more reduced.

The interpolator is of course always disabled at 100% playback speed, because there is no parity
violation.

EVS uses the same techniques with the Super Slow Motion disk recorder, working with all models of
Super Motion cameras (150/180 Hz). The only difference between the processing of Super Motion and
normal scan (50/60 Hz) signals is that the interpolator is always disabled at 33% playback speed,
because the Super Motion signal does not cause parity violation at this particular speed.

Whatever the choice, the resulting picture is thus always a compromise between stability and resolution.
With EVS systems, the operator always has the choice between any of the 3 above described

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techniques: no interpolation, 2-line interpolation or 4-line interpolation. Even if the operator chooses to
use the interpolation, this process will be automatically disabled when not necessary (100% playback for
50/60 Hz signal, 33% and 100% playback for 150/180 Hz signal).

All professional VTRs use line interpolation in PlayVar mode to avoid vertical jitters.
Default value is interpolator off for all configurations except SLSM configurations in which 4-
line interpolator mode is enabled.

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5. Hardware Installation and Cabling

5.1. Rack Installation

Unpacking
Upon receipt of the equipment examine packing for obvious signs of damage. If damaged, do not
unpack and inform the carrier immediately. Check thanks to the included packing list if all the items are
present and if they show any mechanical damage. If yes, report damage or the missing parts to EVS or
their appropriate representative.

Ventilation and Rack Mounting

Adequate ventilation is obviously required for optimum performance. As a result of this consideration,
ensure that no other equipment is located close to the mainframe.

• Remember that fans are used to air cool the equipment and protect it from overheating.
• Do not block fans intakes during operations.

Having regard to the weight of the server chassis, support guides are required for this unit into the rack
mount. The front ears of the unit are not designed to support its full weight. Applying full weight on these
might result in bending the metal plate.

Boards Checking
The main power switch is located at the front side (lower right corner) of the unit.

Before turning on the power, open the front door of Video disk recorder unit to check if all boards fit into
their guides. If a board is out of its guides, remove carefully the board and replace it in the same slot.

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5.2. Rear Panel Description

5.2.1. Rear Panel Configurations

The XT-VIA Server comes in the following rear panel variants:

• 6U rack with SDI connectors (called SDI rear panel)

• 6U rack with mixed SDI and XIP connectors (called XIP rear panel).

The various parts of the rear panel are described in the following topics.

5.2.2. Rear Panel Layout

Rear Panel Areas
The following drawing represents an example of a rear panel available on XT-VIA server.

The various areas of the rear panel are highlighted in the drawing and their respective variants are listed
in the sections below along with a short description of the related connectors.

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Video and Codecs
The codec modules allow connections for recording and playback of video material. The connectors of a
codec module are connected to the corresponding connector on the V4X board (connector A for codec
module 1, connector B for codec mode 2, etc.)

See section "Video and Reference Boards" on page 81 for more details on each connector specific usage
according to the different configurations.

The video and codec connector layout available with the XT-VIA server includes 6 codec modules
(codec module 1 to codec module 6) with one of the following layout on each codec module:

• 6 BNC ports for 3G-SDI connectivity

The IN and OUT A ports are 12G-SDI capable.

• 4 BNC ports for 3G-SDI or 12G-SDI connectivity

AND

• 2 SFP+ ports (10GbE ports) for IP connectivity

When the SFP+ is used, the BNC connectors are no longer operational, and vice versa. See the
XT-VIA configuration manual for more information.

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When using a 12G-SDI interface on a codec module, cable only the IN A or OUT A connector of
the codec module.

The video and codec connector layout available with the 8K version of the XT-VIA Server includes 8
codec modules (codec module 1 to codec module 8) with following layout on each codec module:

• 6 BNC-ports for 3G-SDI connectivity

The IN and OUT A ports are 12G-SDI capable.

Multiviewer
The codec module 8 is used for the internal Multiviewer (MV4X).

On an SDI rear panel, it provides:

• 2 OUT connectors (A and B)

• 2 IN/OUT connectors (C and D) that can only be used as OUT connectors

to connect monitors directly to the server, and display PGM and REC channels on the monitors

• 2 IN connectors (A and B)

to connect an external source and display it as an individual channel on the monitors.

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On an IP rear panel, it provides:

• 2 OUT connectors (A and B)

to connect monitors directly to the server, and display PGM and REC channels on the monitors

• 2 IN/OUT connectors (C and D)

• 2 IN connectors (A and B)

to connect an external source and display it as an individual channel on the monitors.

On the 8K version of the XT-VIA Server separate MV4 connectors are available providing:

• 2 IN connectors

• 4 OUT connectors

The Multiviewer monitor display is configured in the Multicam Configuration window, Monitoring tab,
Multiviewer page. See the Multicam Configuration manual for a description of the configuration
parameters.

Monitoring
These BNC connectors provide 1080p monitoring of the UHD input or output channels.

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Audio

The MADI connectors are available by default on every XT-VIA server.

Other audio connectors are sold as options.

See section "Audio Specifications" on page 13 for more details on the available audio configurations.

See section "Audio Connections" on page 53 for more details on the DA-15 connectors pinout
depending on the configuration.

MADI BNC + Digital DA-15

• MADI audio: 4 BNC connectors (2 in and 2 out)

• Digital audio: 4 multi-pin DA-15 connectors (2 in and 2 out)

Timecode and Video Ref Connectors

The Timecode connectors allow the server to receive the LTC timecode reference signal and send the
LTC timecode that corresponds to PGM1.

The Ref Video connectors allow the server to receive or send back the analog genlock reference signal.

If the PTP is used to generate the Timecode and Genlock signals, these connectors do not
have to be cabled. In this case, the Timecode and Genlock signals are generated from the PTP
information received on the codec module 1 connector C.

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Controls and Communications

This rear panel part, located below the audio connectors, presents connectors that allow the EVS server
to communicate with other devices.

The connectors are described from top left to bottom right:

The RS422 ports allow the server to be remotely controlled through remote panels or third-party control
devices. When a remote panel is used, it should be connected on the first RS422 port.

The GPI connector allows GPI (General Purpose Interface) devices to send or receive electric pulses that
will trigger commands on the server or to be connected with third-party devices.

The XNet connectors allow the interconnection of EVS servers in an XNet network. The IN connector of
a server is connected to the OUT connector of another server, and so on to form a closed loop network.

Two PC LAN connectors allow connection of the PC LAN interface of the EVS server to an Ethernet
network. Refer to the XT-VIA Configuration manual for more information on PC LAN redundancy.

The EVS Link connector is used to set up a management connection between the server and the XHub-
VIA IP Aggregator.

The Console connectors allow a monitor and a keyboard to be connected to the server.

If your XT-VIA server is fitted with MV4 multiviewer connectors, they will be ignored from
Multicam version 16.1 onwards. Instead, you need to cable the MV4X multiviewer which
corresponds to the codec module 8. See section "Multiviewer " on page 45.

Located on the right above the codec modules, 4 SFP+ connectors allow connection to the XNet-VIA
network.

Connector A1 is used to connect the server to the XNet-VIA network.

Connector B1 is used for proxy streaming. See the Proxy Streaming Configuration settings in the
Configuration Manual.

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Gigabit Ethernet Connectors Module

The Gigabit Ethernet Connector module of the GbE board is located at the bottom center of the rear
panel.

This area can have one of the following layouts:

• It hosts the full Gigabit connector module.

The Gigabit Ethernet connector module allows the interconnection of servers, other EVS, and/or
third-party systems into a Gigabit Ethernet network via:

◦ 2 SFP+ connectors, each offering a global bandwidth of 10 GbE

◦ 2 RJ45 connectors, each offering a global bandwidth of 1 GbE

◦ SD card slot

The 10 GbE and 1GbE connectors cannot be used at the same time.

Audio Monitoring Connectors

This connector is located on the top right part of the rear panel, above the PSU.

The Audio Monitoring Outputs connectors are analog XLR connectors that allow audio output
connections for monitoring purposes.

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External Disk Array Connector
This connector is located on the top right part of the rear panel, above the PSU.

The External Disk Array connector allows the connection to the external disk array SAS-HDX2 if it is
installed. By default, it is covered with a cap.

Power Supplies
The server power supply is made of two hot-swappable units. Both of these units are connected to allow
automatic power switching to the second power supply should the first one fail.

5.3. Video Connections

You will find full details on video connections in the Configuration manual, in the chapter "Supported
Configurations".

5.3.1. SFP+ Video Connectors

Supported SFP+ Connectors
The SFP+ connectors of 10GBASE-SR type that have been tested and validated as video connectors:

Brand Connector Internal Reference

Intel ESSFP-I-10G-SR

SFP+ 10G connectors with a single rate are recommended.

See the XHub-VIA Technical Reference manual for the accepted connectors in case the
XHub-VIA is used for LiveIP operations.

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5.3.2. SFP+ to SDI Adapters

EVS has developed its own SFP+ to SDI adapters. These adapters offer servers with an XiP rear panel
configured in 3G-SDI the possibility to support more configurations (HD, SLSM, UHD-4K, UHD-8K).

Plugging and Unplugging the Adapters

One SFP+ to SDI adapter can be plugged per SFP+ connector.

To ensure the mechanical reliability of a plugged adapter, it will be fixed with a screw to the rear panel.

To plug or unplug an adapter, the server should always be powered off first. Hot-plug or -
unplug is not supported.

Do not remove and insert an adapter more often than is necessary. Repeated removals and insertions of
an adapter can shorten its useful life and that of the rear panel.

Supported Configurations

HD
• PGM: 2 SFP+ to SDI adapters will be required to provide the 2 discrete monitoring outputs.

• REC: no SFP+ to SDI adapters will be required to provide the 2 discrete monitoring outputs.

• SLSM: With the appropriate number of SFP+ to SDI adapters, the SLSM3x and higher are supported.

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UHD-4K
2 SFP+ to SDI adapters will be required to provide the total of 4 x 3G-SDI required per UHD-4K channel.

UHD-8K
4 SFP+ to SDI adapters will be required.

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5.4. Audio Connections

5.4.1. Audio Channels

The XT-VIA server manages up to 192 audio channels.

The embedded audio modules and codecs can be used as input or output channels for embedded,
digital (AES/EBU)signals.

Depending on the server chassis or configuration, you can find the following audio connectors on the
rear panel:

• Digital audio:

◦ DA-15 connectors: 16 inputs (8 pairs) and 16 outputs (8 pairs) (110 Ohm balanced).

• MADI Digital audio (always available):

◦ BNC connectors: 2 inputs and 2 outputs (75 Ohm unbalanced).

See also section "Audio Specifications" on page 13 for full information on the available audio hardware
configurations.

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5.4.2. Digital Audio DA-15 Pinout
The digital audio DA-15 connector is illustrated hereunder (connector installed on the rear panel and
viewed from outside). Its pinout is described in the following table where each column corresponds to
one of the 4 available connectors.

Pin # DA-15 connector #1 DA-15 connector #2 DA-15 connector #3 DA-15 connector #4

Inputs 1-8 (mono) Inputs 9-16 (mono) Outputs 1-8 (mono) Outputs 9-16 (mono)

1 Gnd Gnd Gnd Gnd

2 AES input 1/2 + AES input 9/10 + AES output 1/2 + AES output 9/10 +

3 Gnd Gnd Gnd Gnd

4 AES input 3/4 + AES input 11/12 + AES output 3/4 + AES output 11/12 +

5 Gnd Gnd Gnd Gnd

6 AES input 5/6 + AES input 13/14 + AES output 5/6 + AES output 13/14 +

7 Gnd Gnd Gnd Gnd

8 AES input 7/8 + AES input 15/16 + AES output 7/8 + AES output 15/16 +

9 AES input 1/2 - AES input 9/10 - AES output 1/2 - AES output 9/10 -

10 Gnd Gnd Gnd Gnd

11 AES input 3/4 - AES input 11/12 - AES output 3/4 - AES output 11/12 -

12 Gnd Gnd Gnd Gnd

13 AES input 5/6 - AES input 13/14 - AES output 5/6 - AES output 13/14 -

14 Gnd Gnd Gnd Gnd

15 AES input 7/8 - AES input 15/16 - AES output 7/8 - AES output 15/16 -

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5.5. RS422 Connections

5.5.1. RS422 Connector Pinout

The RS422 connectors are used to connect a remote control (from EVS or third party) to your server.

The cable wiring is a straightforward pin-to-pin connection as illustrated in the following diagram. You
should use a shielded cable to avoid electromagnetic interference on long distances.

The RESET command line from the remote control is sent through the pin 5 of the RS422
connector. This function should be disabled when the controller on connector #1 is not an EVS
controller.

The technical specification for the RS422 link is as follows:

◦ 19200 bauds

◦ No parity

◦ 8 data bits

◦ 1 stop bit

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5.6. XHub-VIA Connections

5.6.1. IP Aggregator
Limitation
You can connect only 1 server to the XHub-VIA 100G Enabler.

Management Connection
To establish a management connection between XHub-VIA and the server, the XHUB-VIA management
port has to be connected to the server's EVS LNK connector.

SFP Port Connections

Without ST 2022-7
In a setup without redundancy (ST 2022-7), the server's SFP+ ports should be connected with the
XHub-VIA SFP28 ports as follows:

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XHub-VIA XT-VIA
Port Port

1 1-C

2 2-C

3 3-C

4 4-C

5 5-C

6 6-C

8 8-C

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With ST 2022-7
In a setup with redundancy (ST 2022-7), the server's SFP+ ports should be connected with the XHub-
VIA SFP28 ports as follows:

XHub-VIA XT-VIA XHub-VIA XT-VIA

Port Port Port Port

1 1-C 9 1-D

2 2-C 10 2-D

3 3-C 11 3-D

4 4-C 12 4-D

5 5-C 13 5-D

6 6-C 14 6-D

8 8-C 16 8-D

The ports 17-24 on the XHub-VIA switch are not active.

FEC (Forward Error Connection)

Forward Error Connection is not activated on the XHub-VIA SFP ports.

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5.6.2. XNet-VIA
Accepted Connectors
To create the connections between the XT servers and the XHub-VIA switch, and to create the uplinks
between the XHub-VIA switches, the following connectors can be used:

Type of Connection Type of Connector

between XT servers and XHub-VIA ESSFP-I-10G-SR

CAB-10GESS-1M
CAB-10GESS-3M
CAB-10GESS-5M

between XHub-VIAs QSFP-100G-SR4 (MMF)

QSFP-100G-CWDM4 (SMF)

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5.7. XNet Network

5.7.1. Introduction
The XNet network consists of several EVS video servers or other EVS hardware all connected with each
other.

The XNet network has three operation modes that are mutually exclusive:

• 3G-SDTI: The EVS video servers or other EVS hardware are connected with a 75-Ohm coaxial cable
(BNC). The data exchange between systems is operated through the SDTI interface at 2970 Mbps
(3Gbps), with non-relay connectors.

• XNet-VIA: The EVS video servers or other EVS hardware are connected via a dedicated IP hub
(XHub-VIA) with a DAC or SFP+ fiber optics cable. The data exchange between systems is operated
through the XNet-VIA interface (SFP+ connector) at 10Gbps.

• XNet-GO: The EVS video servers are connected with a 75-Ohm coaxial cable (BNC).

The XNet requires a network server dedicated to the management of the database shared among all
EVS video servers. This is automatically assigned to one of the EVS servers on the network. See section
"XNet Server Selection" on page 63. The EVS server acting as the network server can of course be used
for standard server operations.

The servers connected on the XNet network (XNet-VIA) are automatically discovered and their
IP adresses are automatically assigned by the acting XNet server.

5.7.2. Network Architectures

Introduction
To set up an XNet-GO or 3G-SDTI network, EVS servers may be connected directly in a closed loop
architecture. They may also be connected in a star architecture using a dedicated hub (XHub).

To set up an XNet-VIA network, EVS servers can be connected using one or more dedicated IP hubs
(XHub-VIA). To support up to 42 servers, or to segregate the network (for example 2 OB vans), two
XHub-VIAs can be uplinked using 1 or 2x100GB links depending on the number of servers in the network.

From Multicam 16.1 onwards, XHub v4.01 only is supported if the XNet network include
XT-VIA or XS-VIA servers. Otherwise, XHub v4.00 is still supported.

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Connection Diagram Without EVS XHub SDTI Hub

Below you can find examples of an XNet-GO and 3G-SDTI network without XHub:

XNet-GO 5-server network (only with valid license code 66)

3G-SDTI network (only with valid license code 117)

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Connection Diagram With EVS XHub SDTI Hub
Below you can find examples of an XNet-GO and 3G-SDTI network with an SDTI XHub:

XNet-GO 5-server network (only with valid license code 66)

3G-SDTI network (only with valid license code 117)

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Connection Diagram With EVS XHub-VIA IP Hub

Example of an XNet-VIA network with an XHub-VIA IP hub:

5.7.3. XNet Server Selection

Introduction
On the XNet network there is only one server that manages the network. This particular server is called
the XNet server.

The selection of this server is done automatically. The server net number and node ID play an important
role.

• Net number: The number you can assign to the server allowing you to identify it on the XNet network.

• Node ID: The number that unequivocally identifies the server. This number cannot be configured.

XNet Server Selection Best Practices

Avoid servers that:

• have a lot of PGMs; Select the servers with the least PGMs.

• have Dual-LSM Mode enabled;

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• are controlled by IPDirector;

• have a lot of record channels that are heavily used over the network.

Based on the above criteria, compose a list of servers that may potentially act as XNet server. Set the
XNet server (Preferred, Allowed, Forbidden) and Net Number accordingly. One should also take into
account to have at least one Allowed/Preferred server in each cluster in case the XNet is composed of
multiple XHub-VIA.

Server Selection Rules

XNet Network Already Established - New Server is Added

• If an XNet network (A) has already been established, and you add a new XT server (S5) that is
configured as Preferred, Allowed or Forbidden, then the previous XNet server (S1) remains the same.

XNet Network not Established yet - New Server is Added

• If no XNet network has been established yet, and you add a new XT server (S5) that is configured as
Preferred, the XNet network is established, and the new XT server becomes the XNet server.

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• If no XNet network has been established yet, and you add a new XT server (S5) that is configured as
Allowed or Forbidden, no XNet network is established.

Two Existing XNet Networks are Merged

• If two existing XNet networks (A and B) are merged, and one of the XNet servers (S7) is configured
as Preferred, whereas the other (S1) is configured as Allowed, the Preferred server becomes the new
XNet server of the merged network (AB).

• If two existing XNet networks (A and B) are merged, and both XNet servers (S1 and S7) are
configured as Preferred or Allowed, the server with the lower network number (S1) becomes the new
XNet server of the merged network (AB).

If the net number of the two servers is identical (S1), then the server with the highest Node ID or
serial number (304820) becomes the new XNet server of the merged network.

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XNet Server is Removed from XNet Network
• If you remove the XNet server (S5) from the XNet network (A), and all other servers in the network
are configured as Forbidden, the XNet network is disconnected.

• If you remove the XNet server (S5) from the XNet network (A), and among the other servers at least
one server is configured as Preferred or Allowed, a new XNet server is selected. In case there are
two servers that are configured as Preferred or Allowed, the server with the lowest net number (S1)
is selected. In case the net number is identical, the server with the highest Node ID is selected.

• If a server gets introduced in the XNet network (3G-SDTI) and it becomes the new XNet
server, all ongoing clip transfers and remote train playouts are interrupted for all servers in
the network.
• If a server gets introduced in the XNet network (XNet-VIA) and it becomes the new XNet
server, all ongoing clip transfers continue for all servers in the network. However, all
remote train playouts are interrupted.

5.7.4. Required Conditions to Set up and Run

XNet (3G-SDTI)
1. The EVS XT-VIA and XS-VIA video servers and XHub all need to be interoperable on the XNet (3G-
SDTI) network.

2. The SDTI advanced option code (117) shall be validated in the options list.

3. They shall all be running compatible software versions. Otherwise, a warning message is displayed.
Only Multicam 21.0 is supported. Versions 20.7 or lower are not supported.

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4. The XNet Operation Mode parameter shall have the same value on all EVS servers (Network tab,
XNet section).

5. The EVS video servers shall operate the same multi-essence configuration.

6. The EVS video servers shall operate the same codec for video material to be fully interoperable
between EVS video servers.

7. At least one server should be set as "Preferred" XNet server. Only true for an initial setup of a
network.

8. A different network number must be specified for each EVS video server that you want to connect to
the network. If the same network number is assigned to 2 different systems, the second one will not
be able to connect and a warning message will be displayed.

9. All EVS video servers must be connected with a good quality BNC 75 Ohm cable to form a closed
loop.

Connect the 3G-SDTI OUT connector of the first EVS video server to the 3G-SDTI IN connector of
the second one, etc until the loop is closed by connecting the 3G-SDTI OUT connector of the last
EVS video server to the 3G-SDTI IN connector of the first one.

The 3G-SDTI loop must be closed at all times during network operation. If for any reason the loop is
open, all network communication will be interrupted and all systems will automatically switch to
stand alone mode. When the loop is closed again, network operation will resume automatically. This
problem can be avoided or limited using an XHub.

10. The distance shown in the table below is the maximum cable length between two active EVS
servers, or 2 SDTI reclockers, on an XNet 3G-SDTI network, using a single piece of cable between 2
servers or 2 reclockers.

Intermediate connectors, patch panels, etc., might degrade these figures. Depending on the number
of servers connected on the network, the location of the master server, the presence or not of an
XHub SDTI hub, the actual maximum values may be higher than indicated. If longer distances
between servers are required, SDTI to Fiber converters can be used, allowing distances over
thousands of meters if necessary.

EVS has validated the following SDI-fiber converters:

◦ BlueBell BC313T and BC313R (Single channel) or BC323TR (Dual channel)

(www.bluebell.tv)

◦ Barnfind BarnMini-01 (Dual channel)

(www.barnfind.no)

◦ Yellobrik OBD 1810 (multiplexer), OTR 1810 & OTR1840 (transceiver)

(www.yellobrik.com)

◦ Extron FOX 3G HD-SDI P

(www.extron.com)

◦ Multidyne HD‐3000‐TRX

(www.multidyne.com)

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 Cable type @ 2970 Mbps

RG59 30 m / 98 ft

RG6 70 m / 230 ft

RG11 85 m / 279 ft

Fiber 55 km (*)

(*) 55 km is the total length of the return path, i.e. the actual distances between the 2 servers connected
via the fiber link is half of this value, i.e. 22.5 km @ 2970 Mbps.

When reclockers are used, the total delay induced by these reclockers between 2 active
servers on the network may not exceed 15 μs.

5.7.5. Required Conditions to Set up and Run

XNet-GO
1. The EVS XT-VIA video servers and XHub all need to be interoperable on the XNet-GO network.

2. The XNet-GO option code (66) shall be validated in the options list.

3. They shall all be running compatible software versions. Otherwise, a warning message is displayed.
Only Multicam 21.0 is supported. Versions 20.7 or lower are not supported.

4. The XNet Operation Mode parameter shall have the same value on all EVS servers (Network tab,
XNet section).

5. The EVS video servers shall operate the same multi-essence configuration.

6. The EVS video servers shall operate the same codec for video material to be fully interoperable
between EVS video servers.

7. At least one server should be set as "Preferred" XNet server. Only true for an initial setup of a
network.

8. A different network number must be specified for each EVS video server that you want to connect to
the network. If the same network number is assigned to 2 different systems, the second one will not
be able to connect and a warning message will be displayed.

9. The EVS video servers must be connected with a good quality BNC 75 Ohm cable to form a closed
loop.

Connect the XNET-GO OUT connector of the first EVS video server to the XNET-GO IN connector of
the second one, etc until the loop is closed by connecting the XNET-GO OUT connector of the last
EVS video server to the XNET-GO IN connector of the first one.

The loop must be closed at all times during network operation. If for any reason the loop is open, all
network communication will be interrupted and all systems will automatically switch to stand alone
mode. When the loop is closed again, network operation will resume automatically. This problem can
be avoided or limited using an XHub.

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10. The distance shown in the table below is the maximum cable length between two active EVS
servers, or 2 SDTI reclockers, on an XNet-GO network, using a single piece of cable between 2
servers or 2 reclockers.

Intermediate connectors, patch panels, etc., might degrade these figures. Depending on the number
of servers connected on the network, the location of the master server, the presence or not of an
XHub SDTI hub, the actual maximum values may be higher than indicated. If longer distances
between servers are required, SDTI to Fiber converters can be used, allowing distances over
thousands of meters if necessary.

EVS has validated the following SDI-fiber converters:

◦ BlueBell BC313T and BC313R (Single channel) or BC323TR (Dual channel)

(www.bluebell.tv)

◦ Barnfind BarnMini-01 (Dual channel)

(www.barnfind.no)

◦ Yellobrik OBD 1810 (multiplexer), OTR 1810 & OTR1840 (transceiver)

(www.yellobrik.com)

◦ Extron FOX 3G HD-SDI P

(www.extron.com)

◦ Multidyne HD‐3000‐TRX

(www.multidyne.com)

Cable type @ 2970 Mbps

RG59 30 m / 98 ft

RG6 70 m / 230 ft

RG11 85 m / 279 ft

Fiber 55 km (*)

(*) 55 km is the total length of the return path, i.e. the actual distances between the 2 servers connected
via the fiber link is half of this value, i.e. 22.5 km @ 2970 Mbps.

When reclockers are used, the total delay induced by these reclockers between 2 active
servers on the network may not exceed 15 μs.

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5.7.6. Required Conditions to Set up and Run
XNet (XNet-VIA)
1. The EVS video servers XT-VIA and XS-VIA and the EVS XHub-VIA all need to be interoperable on the
XNet-VIA network.

2. The XNet-VIA option code (65) shall be validated in the options list.

3. They shall all be running compatible software versions. Otherwise, warning message is displayed.

4. The XNet Operation Mode parameter shall have the same value on all EVS servers (Network page,
XNet section).

5. The EVS video servers shall operate the same multi-essence configuration.

6. The EVS video servers shall operate the same codec for video material to be fully interoperable
between EVS video servers.

7. At least one server should be set as "Preferred" XNet server. Only true for an initial setup of a
network.

8. A different network number must be specified for each EVS video server that you want to connect to
the network. If the same network number is assigned to 2 different systems, the second one will not
be able to connect and a warning message will be displayed.

9. All EVS video servers must be connected via the XNet-VIA A1 connector with one of the XHub-VIA
SFP+ ports.

The connection can be performed with:

◦ 1x 10 GbE DAC, i.e. Direct Attached Cable

◦ 2x 10G SPF+ Single Rate transceiver (1 for video server and 1 for XHub-VIA) + a LC-LC fiber cable

10. To avoid having potential bandwidth limitations, take into account the limitations/recommendations
in case the XNet-VIA network is composed of multiple XHub-VIA . See the XHub-VIA technical
reference manual for more information.

5.7.7. Starting XNet

1. When all above conditions are fulfilled and the cabling is correct, turn on the server set as "Preferred"
XNet server.

2. Make sure to set the value to Preferred in the XNet Server field in the XNet section on the Network
page. Then start Multicam.

3. Turn on all other video servers.

4. Start Multicam on all other EVS servers.

They should see the "Preferred" XNet server on the network and they will connect automatically.
Connection takes a few seconds (usually between 2 and 5 sec) for each EVS video server.

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5.8. Gigabit Network

5.8.1. Functional Overview

The Gigabit connection makes it possible to transfer video and audio material from your XT-VIA server to
external systems via the TCP/IP network.

The external systems can be the following:

• A storage system or an archiving system, such as XStore.

• A non-linear editing system, such as Apple Final Cut Pro, or Avid.

However, the external systems cannot read the raw files coming from an XT-VIA server. For this reason,
VIA Xsquare/XTAccess are used as a "gateway" between your server and the IT world. In this
architecture, the VIA Xsquare application plays the role of XTAccess orchestrator on the Gigabit
network, communicating via the PC LAN connection.

VIA Xsquare is directly connected to the XT-VIA server through the Gigabit network via an FTP client. It
runs on a Windows workstation and is mainly controlled by the external systems (no user interface) via
soap requests or other processes.

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The Gigabit connection fulfills the following functions in relation with the XT-VIA server:

• Backup of clips from an XT-VIA server.

• Restore of clips to an XT-VIA server.

• Transfer of clips between servers.

5.8.2. Backup of Clips

Overview
The following schema shows how the backup of clips is performed with the Gigabit connection and VIA
Xsquare/XTAccess:

Workflow
1. An external system, for example IP Director, sends a soap request to VIA Xsquare to request the
backup of a given clip created on XT-VIA server .

2. VIA Xsquare processes the soap request:

◦ It gets the clip content that has to be backed up from the server.

◦ It generates a backup file of the clip in the format specified by the external system (no
transcoding feature, only native codec).

◦ It stores the backup file in the target folder specified by the external system.

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5.8.3. Restore of Clips

Overview
Clips having one of the supported formats can be restored. Refer to the VIA Xsquare release notes for
more information about supported formats.

The restore process can be set up in two different ways:

• via a soap request sent by the external application.

• via folder scan.

The following schema shows how the restore of clips is performed with the Gigabit connection and VIA
Xsquare:

Workflow (Restore via Soap)

1. An external system (which can generate soap requests for restoring clips, for example IPDirector)
sends a soap request to VIA Xsquare for restoring (copy) the clips from an archiving or backup
system to a given XT-VIA server.

2. VIA Xsquare processes the soap request:

◦ It gets the clip file to restore from the external system.

◦ It restores, i.e. copies, the clip on the server specified in the soap request.

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Workflow (Restore via Folder Scan)
1. Based on the parameters defined in VIA Xsquare, this application scans specific folders on external
backup or archiving systems.

2. When a clip file has been written to the scanned folder, VIA Xsquare creates a copy of the clip on the
server specified in the VIA Xsquare parameters.

The restored clip receives a new UmID and LSM ID:

◦ Multicam automatically assigns a UmID to the restored clip.

◦ A start LSM ID is specified in VIA Xsquare and incremented as defined for each new clip that is
restored in order to find an empty location on the server.

The restored clip contains the clip metadata.

3. The restored clip is moved from the scanned folder to one of the following subfolders on the external
archiving or backup system:

◦ \Restore.done\: folder where the files are moved to when they are successfully restored.

◦ \Restore.error\: folder where files are moved to when they failed to restore.

5.8.4. Important Rules

Gigabit networks including EVS servers need to abide by the following rules:

• The hardware used on GbE networks with EVS servers need to support jumbo frames.

• Both GbE ports of an EVS server need to be defined on different sub-networks.

• This is not possible to implement failover through the GbE network.

• The two GbE ports available on the internal switch (PC LAN) are 1000 Base-T ports.

The GbE ports are used for monitoring purposes (XNet Monitor) or for the communication with other
applications (LinX).

Contact the Support or Pre-Sales team to select the appropriate switches for your setup.

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5.9. GPIO Connections

5.9.1. GP In Connections
GPI Triggers
The allocation of the XT-VIA Server server GPI triggers is performed in the Multicam Configuration
window, in the GPI tab. See the Configuration manual for detailed information on allocating GPI triggers.

Opto Isolated Inputs (GP In 1, 2, 3, 4)

Pin-Out

Specifications
• The input consists in an opto diode (VF @ 1.1 Volt) in series with a 470 ohm resistor.

• Typical switching point @ 1.4 mA, for secure operation:

◦ i=0 to 0.5 mA -> opto OFF

◦ i=2.5 to 30 mA -> opto ON

◦ imax= 30 mA

• Direct connection to a TTL/CMOS signal possible (Pin opto - to GND and pin opto + to the
TTL/CMOS signal).

Typical switching point @ 1.6 Volts, for secure operation:

◦ Vin< 0.8 Volts -> opto OFF

◦ Vin> 2.2 Volts @ 2 mA -> opto ON

◦ Vin max (without external resistor) = 15 Volts

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TTL Inputs (GP In 5, 6, 7, 8)

Relay Inputs Pin-Out

The relay must be connected between the ground and the corresponding TTL input on the DB-25.

TTL Inputs Pin-Out

Each TTL input on the DB-25 is directly connected to the pin of the TTL connector on the device
triggering the GPI. The ground must be common between the DB-25 connector of the XT-VIA server and
the external device.

Specifications
• each pin can be individually configured as an output or an input

• internal 4K7 pull up to +5 V

• low level Vi < 1.5 Volt (U12 = 74HC245)

• high level Vi > 3.5 Volt (U12 = 74HC245)

• optional TTL compatible level (U12 = 74HCT245)

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5.9.2. GP Out Connections

Relay Isolated Outputs (GP Out 1, 2, 3, 4)

Pin-Out
The user can define the functions, types and settings associated to the GPI outs in the following
applications:

• Setup menu of the Remote Panel

• IP Director settings (GPI and Auxiliary Track tab)

Specifications
• normally open contact (power off -> open)

• maximum 1 A

• maximum 50 Volts

• typical life time: 100.000.000 switchings

TTL Outputs (GP Out 5, 6, 7, 8)

Pin-Out

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Specifications
• each pin can be individually configured as an output or an input

• internal 4K7 pull up to +5 V

• low level Vi < 1.5 Volt (U12 = 74HC245)

• high level Vi > 3.5 Volt (U12 = 74HC245)

• optional TTL compatible level (U12 = 74HCT245)

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6. Boards Description

6.1. Boards and Slots Configuration

The XT-VIA server is equipped with several boards that are all developed by EVS:

Slot # Installed boards

6 x UHD-4K video channels

7 R4X

6 H4X

5 A3X (Audio Codec)

4 —

3 V4X #2

2 V4X #1 Genlock

1 M4X

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6.2. Hardware Edition History
The following table lists the various hardware editions, with the boards and hardware options available for each edition. The table aims at giving guidelines to
differentiate one revision to the other. However, other hardware combinations are possible.

The table lists the hardware editions regardless of the date when a given EVS server was first commercialized. Consequently, any hardware revision earlier than
the hardware revision of the first commercialization should be disregarded.

Hardware MTPC Multiviewer Controller Audio Video Base Video Module TGE (10G) Rear Panel Internal LAN Multicam Version
Edition Board

6.00 HS-873 MV4 & MV4X H4X A3X V4X A4 6 x V4X TGE1 XT-VIA Yes 16.0

6.05 HS-873 MV4 H4X A3X V4X A4 8 x V4X TGE1 XT-VIA UHD-8K Yes 16.2

6.10 HS-873 MV4 & MV4X H4X A3X V4X A4 6 x V4X TGE2 XT-VIA Yes 20.5

6.15 HS-873 MV4 H4X A3X V4X A4 8 x V4X TGE2 XT-VIA Yes 20.5
UHD-8K

6.20 HS-873 MV4X H4X A3X V4X A4 6 x V4X TGE1 XT-VIA Yes 16.1

6.25 HS-873 MV4X H4X A3X V4X A4 6x V4X TGE2 XT-VIA Yes 20.5

6.30 M4X MV4X H4X A3X V4X A4 6 x V4X TGE1 XT-VIA Yes 16.4

6.40 M4X MV4X H4X A3X V4X A4 6x V4X TGE2 XT-VIA Yes 20.5

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6.3. Video and Reference Boards

6.3.1. Description
Overview
The V4X board is divided in several parts:

• a base board identified as V4X base

• four modules identified as V4X A, B, C and D

The XT-VIA server is equipped with 2 V4X boards:

• one V4X board has all 4 modules installed

• one V4X board has only 3 modules installed

It is highly advised not to remove a V4X board from your EVS server. Should you have to do so,
manipulate the board very carefully, making sure it is not exposed to mechanical or electric
shocks.

COD Modules
V4X modules are the actual codec modules, each of them being able to be configured by software either
as an encoder (for a record channel) or as a decoder (for a play channel).

They support the following features:

• UHD-4K on a single V4X module

• 720p / 1080i / 1080p 50/59.94 Hz video standards

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Block Diagram
The block diagram of the V4X board is illustrated hereunder with the connectors, and LEDs location:

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Connectors
The following table lists the connectors and their respective function:

Connector Function

A Rear panel connection for codec 1 or 5

B Rear panel connection for codec 2 or 6

C Rear panel connection for codec 3

(not present on second V4X board)

D Rear panel connection for codec 4 or 8

M Rear panel connection for monitoring

H Link to H4X board

K K connector of the 1st V4X connected to K connector of the 2nd V4X

L1 L1 connector of the 1st V4X connected to L2 connector of the 2nd V4X

L1 connector of the 2nd V4X not connected

L2 L2 connector of the 1st V4X not connected

L2 connector of the 2nd V4X connected to L1 connector of the 1st V4X

X RJ45 connected to a black connector on the switch module of the H4X board

LEDs
The table below lists the LEDs available with the genlock functionality. These are functional whatever
the genlock source.

It is crucial to have a continuous and stable genlock signal when the server is in operation. In
case of interferences on the genlock signal that would cause parity violations, the recorders
will automatically be restarted to maintain data integrity.

LED Color Status Function

GLK — Off The genlock module is not initialized.

Green Blinking The genlock module is properly initialized, but no valid genlock signal
is detected.

On The module is initialized and a valid genlock signal is detected.

Red Blinking There is a genlock problem.

On A resync is needed.

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V4X Modules LEDs
The following table lists the LEDs available on then V4X modules (from left to right):

LED Color Status Function

CPU Green Blinking Indicates CPU activity.

On There is a problem with the module processor.

PLAY Green On The module is set in play mode by the software.

Off The module is set in record mode.

TF Green Blinking Data transfers occur between the module and the H4X board.
(transfer)

1 — — Not used.

6.3.2. V4X COD Connectivity in UHD-4K

SDI Panels

OUT Channels (3G-SDI)

Connector Label UHD-4K in 3G-SDI

OUT 1A 3G-SDI output of the top left frame (square division) or

3G-SDI output of a 1080p frame at 1/4 of 4K resolution (two-sample interleave)

OUT 1B 3G-SDI output of the top right frame (square division) or

3G-SDI output of a 1080p frame at 1/4 of 4K resolution (two-sample interleave)

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Connector Label UHD-4K in 3G-SDI

OUT 1C 3G-SDI output of the bottom left frame (square division) or

3G-SDI output of a 1080p frame at 1/4 of 4K resolution (two-sample interleave)

OUT 1D 3G-SDI output of the bottom right frame (square division) or

3G-SDI output of a 1080p frame at 1/4 of 4K resolution (two-sample interleave)

UHD MON 1 HD (1080p) monitoring of UHD OUT1

The monitoring output results from a mean of the 4 corresponding UHD-4K pixels.

IN Channels (3G-SDI)

Connector Label UHD-4K 3G-SDI

IN 1A 3G-SDI input of the top left frame (square division) or

3G-SDI input of a 1080p frame at 1/4 of 4K resolution (two-sample interleave)

IN 1B 3G-SDI input of the top right frame (square division) or

3G-SDI input of a 1080p frame at 1/4 of 4K resolution (two-sample interleave)

IN 1C 3G-SDI input of the bottom left frame (square division) or

3G-SDI input of a 1080p frame at 1/4 of 4K resolution (two-sample interleave)

IN 1D 3G-SDI input of the bottom right frame (square division) or

3G-SDI input of a 1080p frame at 1/4 of 4K resolution (two-sample interleave)

UHD MON 1 HD (1080p) monitoring of UHD IN1

The monitoring output results from a mean of the 4 corresponding UHD-4K pixels.

OUT Channels (12G-SDI)

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 Connector Label UHD-4K 12G-SDI

OUT 1A 12G-SDI output of the UHD-4K image

UHD MON1 HD (1080p) monitoring of UHD OUT1

The monitoring output results from a mean of the 4 corresponding UHD-4K pixels.

IN Channels (12G-SDI)

Connector Label UHD-4K 12G-SDI

IN 1A 12G-SDI input of the UHD-4K image

UHD MON1 HD (1080p) monitoring of UHD IN1A

The monitoring output results from a mean of the 4 corresponding UHD-4K pixels.

XIP Panels

OUT Channels (12G-SDI)

Connector Label UHD-4K 12G-SDI

OUT 1A 12G-SDI output of the UHD-4K image

UHD MON1 HD (1080p) monitoring of UHD OUT1

The monitoring output results from a mean of the 4 corresponding UHD-4K pixels.

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IN Channels (12G-SDI)

Connector Label UHD-4K 12G-SDI

IN 1A 12G-SDI input of the UHD-4K image

UHD MON1 HD (1080p) monitoring of UHD IN1A

The monitoring output results from a mean of the 4 corresponding UHD-4K pixels.

OUT Channels (SFP+)

Connector Label UHD-4K SFP+

OUT 1C IP output of the OUT 1 channel

• QuadHD: PhA, PhB, PhC, PhD on both connectors
• Single stream: on connector C or D
OUT 1D and
IP monitoring of the OUT 1 channel

MON OUT 1 SDI monitoring of the OUT1 channel

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IN Channels (SFP+)

Connector Label UHD-4K SFP+

IN 1C IP input of the IN1 channel

• QuadHD: PhA, PhB, PhC, PhD on both connectors
• Single stream: on connector C or D
IN 1D and
IP monitoring of the IN 1 channel

MON IN 1 SDI monitoring of the IN 1 channel

6.3.3. V4X COD Connectivity in HD

SDI Panels
In a 1st step, the OUT channels are cabled first starting from top to bottom, using only the first two
connectors of the codec modules.

In a 2nd step, the IN channels are cabled starting from bottom to top, using the first two connectors of
each available codec module.

The remaining IN channels can only be cabled on the connectors C and D of the codec modules on
which HD IN channels are already cabled.

OUT Channels

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Connector Label HD Mode

OUT 1A SDI output of the OUT1 channel.

OUT 1B SDI output of the OUT2 channel.

OUT 1C SDI monitoring output of the OUT1 channel.

OUT 1D SDI monitoring output of the OUT2 channel.

IN 1A External video input for IPEdit Live-to-Tape feature. (Only active when the OUT1
and OUT2 channel are controlled by IPDirector.)

IN Channels
1080p

1080i / 720p HD-SDI

Connector Label HD Mode

IN 6A SDI input of the IN1 channel.

IN 6B SDI input of the IN2 channel.

IN 6C SDI input of another IN channel or SLSM phase (only in SLSM configurations). In

this case, no discrete monitoring on this channel.

IN 6D SDI input of another IN channel or SLSM phase (only in SLSM configurations). In

this case, no discrete monitoring on this channel.

OUT 6A SDI monitoring output of the IN1 channel.

OUT 6B SDI monitoring output of the IN2 channel.

1080i / 720p 3G-SDI

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 Connector Label 3G-SDI Mode

IN 6A SDI input of the IN1 channel (2 SLSM phases).

IN 6B SDI input of the IN2 channel (2 SLSM phases).

OUT 6A SDI monitoring output of the first SLSM phase of the IN1 channel.

OUT 6B SDI monitoring output of the first SLSM phase of the IN2 channel.

OUT 6C SDI monitoring output of the first SLSM phase of the IN2 channel.

OUT 6D SDI monitoring output of the second SLSM phase of the IN2 channel.

XIP Panels
On hybrid panels, you can either use the SDI connectors or the IP connectors for clean inputs and
outputs, but not both connector types concurrently.

In case you are using the IP connectors, the SDI connectors OUT A and OUT B can be used for discrete
SDI monitoring.

The cabling principles on hybrid panels are the same as on SDI panels.

The hybrid panels can accommodate configurations with maximum 8 channels using the 4 codec
modules on the SDI or IP interface.

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OUT Channels - SDI Mode

Connector Label HD Mode

OUT 1A SDI output of the OUT1 channel (no SDI monitoring).

OUT 1B SDI output of the OUT2 channel (no SDI monitoring).

IN 1A External video input for IPEdit Live-to-Tape feature. (Only active when the OUT1
and OUT2 channel are controlled by IPDirector.)

OUT Channels - IP Mode

Connector Label HD Mode

OUT 1A SDI Monitoring of the OUT1 HD

OUT 1B SDI Monitoring of the OUT2 HD

SFP 1C IP output of the OUT1&2 channels and

IP monitoring of the OUT1&2 channels
SFP 1D External video input for IPEdit Live-to-Tape feature. (Only active when the OUT1
and OUT2 channel are controlled by IPDirector.)

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IN Channels - SDI Mode

Connector Label HD Mode

IN 6A SDI input of the IN1 channel.

IN 6B SDI input of the IN2 channel.

OUT 6A SDI monitoring output of the IN1 channel.

OUT 6B SDI monitoring output of the IN2 channel.

IN Channels - IP Mode

Connector Label HD Mode

IN 6A SDI Monitoring of the IN1 HD

IN 6B SDI Monitoring of the IN2 HD

SFP 6C IP input of the IN1&2 channels and

IP monitoring of the IN1&2 channels
SFP 6D

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6.3.4. MV4X COD Connectivity in HD

OUT Channels

Connector Label HD Mode

OUT 1A SDI output of the OUT 1 channel

OUT 1B SDI output of the OUT 2 channel

SFP 1C IP output of the OUT1, 2, 3 and 4 channels

SFP 1D

MON HD OUT 8 SDI Monitoring of the OUT 3 HD IP

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6.4. Audio Codec Board
The audio codec board (A3X) is the audio interface between the V4X boards and the H4X board. Video
codec and audio codec boards are tied to the H4X board with one bus connector on the front side.
Different audio configurations are available with the audio codec board. See section "Audio
Connections" on page 53 for details.

The following LEDs are available on the audio codec board:

• LED 1-3: internal EVS information only.

• LED 4: transfer activity to/from the H4X board.

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6.5. Controller Boards

6.5.1. H4X Board

The H4X board is divided in 3 parts:

• Back: CPU module and its memory modules.

• Front left: Internal switch module.

• Front right: SDTI module.

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LEDs Function
The available LEDs linked to the CPU module are, from left to right:

LED Color Status Function

CPU1 Green Blinking These LEDs blink to indicate that the processor is running.
EPLD

Other LEDs — — For EVS internal use only.

The available LEDs linked to the SDTI controller module are, from left to right:

LED Color Status Function

LED 1 Red On Ok.

LED 2 to — — For EVS internal use only.

LED 8

FRAMER Green On The signal on the XNet IN connector is a valid EVS SDTI
signal.

NET Green On The XNet SDTI network is established (SDTI loop closed,
correct operation mode, etc).

DSP Green Blinking Indicates DSP activity (audio processing).

Connectors
The following connectors are available on the XNet (SDTI) module:

Connector Connection

J15 OUT connector for XNet (SDTI network 2970 Mbps without relay).

J16 IN connector for XNet (SDTI network 2970 Mbps without relay).

H1 To V4X #1 board (H connector).

H2 To H4X #2 board (H connector).

P To H4X-4S board (back-panel).

T To TGE board.

R To R4X disks.

S To XNet (SMB connectors).

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Switch Cabling
The internal switch module provides a more efficient communication between the H4X board on one
hand and the M4X board on the other hand.

The internal switch relies on the internal LAN, an IP-based network inside the EVS server.

The following connectors are available on the internal switch module and are cabled as described
below:

Connector Cable Color Connection

#1 Red Connection to the HS873 motherboard on the MTPC board

#2 Black Connection to the V4X board #2

#3 Black Connection to the V4X board #1

#4 White Connection to the EVS LNK connector on the rear panel (not
currently used)

#5 Blue Connection to the PCLAN 1 connector on the rear panel

#6 Yellow Connection to the PCLAN 2 connector on the rear panel

6.6. GbE Board

Illustration
There are 2 generations of 10GbE boards: TGE1 and TGE2.

TGE1 TGE2

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Schema
The following schema shows the 10GbE board and its main components on an XT-VIA server:

Connectors
The SD card is connected to a slot on the 10GbE module of the EVS server backplane.

The two 1GbE connectors are connected to the two backplane 1GbE ports.

The two 10GbE connectors are connected to the two backplane 10GbE ports.

The Gigabit connectors must be on a network that supports Jumbo Frames of (at least) 9014 bytes
Ethernet frames.

You can set up the GbE IP addresses in the Multicam Configuration window, in the Network tab, Gigabit
Ethernet section. See the Configuration manual for more information.

SFP+ Modules
The following 10G SFP+ Single Rate modules are compatible with the 10GbE connectors of the GbE
board:

• Intel® Ethernet SFP+ SR Optic (ESSFP-I-10G-SR)

• Intel® Ethernet SFP+ LR Optic (ESSFP-I-10G-LR)

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6.7. RAID Controller Boards

6.7.1. Supported External Arrays

The XT-VIA Server only supports the following external array:

• X-SAS-HDX2

If you connect a wrong external array, the following warning message will be displayed:
A connected external array is not compatible with this server.

6.7.2. R4X Board with Hot-Swappable Disks

Overview
The internal hot-swappable disk array is available on XT-VIA servers with 6 or 12 SAS HDDs.

An array of six hot-swappable SAS disks consists of two stacked series of three disks, mounted from left
to right.

An array of 12 hot-swappable SAS disks consists of four stacked series of three disks, mounted from left
to right.

It is connected to the server via a dedicated SAS cable on the rear panel of the server, provided that the
X-ESAS connection module has been placed inside the server.

LEDs Status and Function

For each disk, a blue LED and a red LED are present behind a single light display:

Status Function

Blue LED Red LED

Off On (steady) Defect drive – must be replaced.

Blinking Off Connected, disk being written to / read from.

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 Status Function

Blue LED Red LED

On Off Connected, disk not currently written to / read from.

(steady)

On On, slowly Spare disk - the corresponding disk is started and used in the RAID
(steady) blinking array.
Blue and red blinking light makes the LED look purple.

Off Off The corresponding disk is not present.

6.7.3. External RAID Array SAS-HDX2

Overview
The SAS-HDX2 is a 2U external disk storage containing 24 hot-swappable SAS disks. External storage
can be used with or without internal storage.

It is connected to the server via a dedicated SAS cable on the rear panel of the server, provided that the
X-ESAS connection module has been placed inside the server.

Necessary equipment:

• Server with X-ESAS connector on the rear panel.

• SAS-HDX2 external disk storage

LEDs on the External Array

For each disk, a blue LED and a red LED are present behind a single light display:

Status Function

Blue LED Red LED

Blinking OFF The disk is behaving normally.

quickly

Blinking OFF The disk is a spare disk.

slowly

ON ON The disk is defective and must

be replaced.

ON Blinking The disk is not validated.

moderately

OFF OFF The disk is not present.

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Sound Alert on External Array

When a fan or a power supply unit fails on an external array, a sound alert is given and can be stopped by
pressing the Mute button on the array.

Disk Insertion
To insert a disk into an external array, carefully follow these steps:

2. Push the canister until it is fully engaged in the

1. Insert the canister in the bay slot.
slot. Do not press the lock lever!

3. While holding the canister in place, press the 4. All canisters must be well-aligned.
lock lever. The canister is locked when you hear
a "click".

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Disk Removal
To remove a disk from an external array, carefully follow these steps:

2. Pinch slightly the lock lever and pull out the

1. Press the "unlock" button.
canister.

6.8. M4X Board

Introduction
The function of the M4X motherboard is mainly the control of the video hardware and the interface of
the peripheral equipment (such as a remote controller) with the video hardware.

The following revision of the motherboard is used:

• A1

The M4X motherboard consists of the following main components:

• CPU board with 4GB of RAM

• 120 GB Flash Memory is used for storing the EVS software and the operating system. Neither audio
nor video data is saved on this disk.

• FPGA component for serial connections

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Illustration

LED Information
Internal EVS information.

Board Configuration
REMOTE RESET jumpers are available to designate the remote(s) from which the RESET command can
be sent.

This command resets the whole system: PC and video hardware.

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In standard configuration only Remote one (on RS422 port 1) is allowed to reset the system.

This jumper should be removed if the device connected to the RS422 port is NOT an EVS
controller. Maximum voltage on pin 5 of an RS422 port of the server should not exceed 5 Volt
when the corresponding jumper is engaged. Applying a higher voltage on pin 5 when the
corresponding jumper is engaged will result in permanent electronic damage to the board.

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PC LAN IP Protocols and Ports Usage In Single and Redundancy Mode

The following protocols are running on the MTPC board and can be accessed through the PC LAN #1
interface in Single Mode, and the PC LAN #1 and PC LAN #2 in Redundant Mode using the ports below:

Protocol Description Listen Ports Send Broadcast/Multicast

Ports

TCP CfgWeb 80 * *

TCP FTP 21 * *

TCP SSH 22 * *

TCP Epsio Service 56000 * *

TCP LinX (Cmd) 5970 * *

TCP Hammer (LSMConnect) 8080 8080 *

TCP OpenMetrics (server metrics) 8088 * *

TCP VIA Services → LSM-VIA (http) 8088 8088 *

TCP VIA Services → IPD-VIA (tcp) 6668,6669,6670 * *

TCP VIA Services → Multicam (tcp) 6778, 6666, 6667 * *

TCP Offside Line * 1500 *

TCP Super Motion Camera * 7115 *

TCP Epsio Zoom * 4170, *

4171

TCP NMOS-Node 3000 3000 *

TCP NMOS-Contribution 3001 3001 *

TCP NMOS Private 3020 3020 *

TCP Ember 9000 9000 *

TCP/UDP ICMP (ping) 7 * *

TCP/UDP DNS 53 * *

UDP Snmp* 161 162 No

UDP NMOS Contribution 3001 * No

UDP TSL (Tally) 9800 * No

UDP LinX (DSP) [6150;6157] * No

UDP LinX (Event) 5972 Multicast (225.0.0.64)

UDP LinX (Management) 5971 * No

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 Protocol Description Listen Ports Send Broadcast/Multicast
Ports

UDP Discovery (Truck Manager) 12000 12001 Broadcast

UDP DHCP 67 * *

UDP mDNS 5353 * *

*From Multicam version 21.0 onwards, the read-only SNMP Community string has been modified. Please
contact EVS Support to request it.

PC LAN IP Protocols and Ports Usage In Dual Mode (NMOS)

Both interfaces PC LAN #1 and PC LAN #2 are active. Each interface has its own IP address.

The following ports are exclusively open on PC LAN #2:

Protocol Description Listen Ports Send Ports

TCP NMOS Node 3000, 3001 3000

TCP Ember+ BESS 9000 9000

UDP TSL (Tally) 9800 *

UDP mDNS 5353 *

The following ports can be optionally activated on PC LAN #2 in addition to PC LAN #1

Protocol Description Listen Ports Send Ports

TCP/UDP ICMP (ping) 7 *

The following ports are available both on PC LAN #2 and PC LAN #1.

Protocol Description Listen Ports Send Ports

UDP DHCP 67 *

TCP/UDP DNS 53 *

All other ports are closed on PC LAN #2 (and only available on PC LAN #1).

On PC LAN #1 all ports that are not listed in the table above are open.

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PC LAN IP Protocols and Ports Usage In Dual Mode (LSM-VIA)

Both interfaces PC LAN #1 and PC LAN #2 are active. Each interface has its own IP address.

All ports are open by default on PC LAN #1.

Only the following ports are open on PC LAN #2:

Protocol Description Listen Ports Send Ports

TCP LSM-VIA HTTP API 8088 8088

TCP VIA MAP 6668, 6669, 6670 *

( for VIA Search)

TCP XT web configuration 80, 443 *

through HTTP

UDP DHCP 67 *

TCP/UDP DNS 53 53

The following ports can be optionally activated on PC LAN #2 in addition to PC LAN #1.

Protocol Description Listen Ports Send Ports

TCP/UDP ICMP (ping) 7 *

All other ports are closed on PC LAN #2.

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