make manage move | media™ Avid®Avid® Nitris™ DNASystem Setup GuideVersion 7.6for HP® Workstation xw8200and HP Workstation xw8000
Using This Guide10Mouse, Pen, and KeyboardYou can use a two-button mouse (with wheel) or a pen and tablet. The left and right mouse buttons perform d
If You Need Help11If You Need HelpIf you are having trouble using your system:1. Retry the action, carefully following the instructions given for that
Using This Guide12Avid DS Customer SupportThe following sections describe various Avid DS Customer Support options.E-mail SupportThe e-mail address f
How to Order Documentation13Avid Community ForumAlthough the Avid DS community forum is frequently monitored by Avid employees, it is not part of the
Using This Guide14
Chapter 1Avid DS Overview and Site Preparation This chapter provides an overview of the Avid DS hardware, software, and documentation included with yo
Chapter 1 Avid DS Overview and Site Preparation16Package ContentsYour Avid DS Nitris system contains hardware, software, and documentation. Hardware
Package Contents17SoftwareMost of the software that you receive on CD-ROM is also installed on your workstation’s hard drive. nKeep the Software, Driv
Chapter 1 Avid DS Overview and Site Preparation18Installation & Administration Guide Online/Print 7.6 Provides information on installing and upg
Site Planning19Site PlanningWhen preparing your site, you must consider the environmental, electrical, and space requirements for your Avid DS Nitris
2Copyright and DisclaimerProduct specifications are subject to change without notice and do not represent a commitment on the part of Avid Technology,
Chapter 1 Avid DS Overview and Site Preparation20• Uses an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect your workstation from sudden power surges o
Site Planning21Space RequirementsYour workstation includes either a tower or rackmount base unit, the video storage array, and two flat-panel monitors
Chapter 1 Avid DS Overview and Site Preparation22The following table lists the dimensions of the major hardware components.Hardware Component Dimens
Additional Equipment23Additional EquipmentThe following table lists he additional peripherals and cables required for a typical Avid DS Nitris worksta
Chapter 1 Avid DS Overview and Site Preparation24
Chapter 2Avid DS Hardware OverviewThis chapter provides an overview of the Avid DS hardware included with your Avid DS Nitris workstation.This chapter
Chapter 2 Avid DS Hardware Overview26HP Workstation xw8200 Slot Configuration and ConnectionsAvid has qualified the xw8200 workstation with the NVID
Back Panel Overview27HP Workstation xw8200 Slot Configurations Slot aa. On a rack mount workstation, PCI slot 1 is to the left, and the PCI slot 7 i
Chapter 2 Avid DS Hardware Overview28HP Workstation xw8000 Slot Configuration and ConnectionsThe back panel shown in the following figure contains a
Back Panel Overview29Avid Nitris Base Board ConnectionsThe following illustration shows the connections on the Avid Nitris Base board. For information
ContentsUsing This Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9Symbols and Conventions . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 2 Avid DS Hardware Overview30Avid Nitris Base Board ConnectionsAvid Nitris Base Board ConnectionscThere is a similar connector on the Nitris
Back Panel Overview31Rear SCSI ConnectorsSCSI channels at the rear of the system, A and B, replace the Adaptec™ 39160 SCSI board used in previous Avid
Chapter 2 Avid DS Hardware Overview32Disk SubsystemIn a standard configuration, one Integrated Drive Electronics (IDE) disk drive is installed in th
System Inputs and Outputs33System Inputs and OutputsThe following table describes the system inputs and outputs. For instructions on connecting periph
Chapter 2 Avid DS Hardware Overview34Audio PeripheralsThe Avid DS Nitris workstation supports up to eight input and output channels of audio data. M
House Sync35Playback ModePlayback mode lets you use Avid DS Nitris to record video on the VTR.• The video stored on the video storage array goes throu
Chapter 2 Avid DS Hardware Overview36Tri-level SyncIn the case of HD video devices, you need a tri-level sync. Tri-level sync could be considered sy
House Sync37Sync TopologyWhen you sync analog and digital video/audio devices, it is always preferable to feed every component with a separate black-b
Chapter 2 Avid DS Hardware Overview38Installing and Removing the Avid FanThe documentation that ships with the HP Workstation explains how to instal
Installing and Removing the Avid Fan395. Lower the other end of the fan, pushing it down and towards the rear of the system until you have a pressure
4Chapter 2 Avid DS Hardware Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25Back Panel Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 2 Avid DS Hardware Overview40
Chapter 3Assembling the SystemThis chapter provides the instructions you need to assemble the Avid DS system. This chapter contains the following sect
Chapter 3 Assembling the System42To prevent equipment damage that may be caused by static electricity, do all of the following before making any con
Avid Nitris DNA43Rear Panel The Nitris DNA rear panel contains the following video I/O and audio I/O boards:• HD Video I/O board — Provides HD SDI I/O
Chapter 3 Assembling the System44• Eight-channel audio I/O board — Provides two microphone inputs, eight analog I/O channels, two S/PDIF audio I/O c
Avid Nitris DNA45HD Video I/O Board ConnectorsThe following figure shows the connections on the HD video I/O board. The following table describes the
Chapter 3 Assembling the System46Eight-Channel Audio I/O Board ConnectorsThe following figure shows the connections on the eight-channel audio I/O b
Avid Nitris DNA47SD Video I/O Board ConnectorsThe following figure shows the connections on the SD video I/O board. The following table describes the
Chapter 3 Assembling the System488 PB, ANALOG OUT (component)SD analog component video output, PB color difference signal, BNC connector; connects t
Connecting the Keyboard, Mouse, and Graphic Tablet49Connecting the Keyboard, Mouse, and Graphic TabletThe keyboard and mouse come with attached cables
5Fibre Channel Local Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58Avid Unity MediaNetwork . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3 Assembling the System50Connecting the MonitorsYour workstation comes with two monitors for Avid DS Nitris. You can purchase either standar
Connecting the Monitors51Each monitor comes with a video cable and a power cord. Depending upon the monitor, you might receive a VGA-to-DVI adapter. A
Chapter 3 Assembling the System52Connecting the Avid Nitris DNATo connect the Avid Nitris DNA to the workstation (see the following figure):1. Make
Connecting the Application Key (Dongle)53Connecting the Application Key (Dongle)The software application key (dongle) provides copy protection for the
Chapter 3 Assembling the System544. Select Ports (COM & LPT) and select ECP Printer Port (LPT1).5. Right-click in ECP Printer Port (LPT1) and se
Connecting the SCSI Local Storage Systems55The maximum total length of the external SCSI cables must not exceed 66-feet (20 meters). For example, if y
Chapter 3 Assembling the System56For best performance with your Avid DS Nitris, Avid recommends that you use two Avid MediaDock Ultra320 enclosures
Connecting the SCSI Local Storage Systems57• Single MediaDock LVD — For a single MediaDock configuration, the Avid MediaDock LVD is used in a dual-bus
Chapter 3 Assembling the System58Fibre Channel Local StorageAvid DS supports the MEDIArray II Fibre Channel storage system (MEDIArray II) for use wi
Connecting the Machine Control Cable59Avid Unity MediaNetworkAvid Unity MediaNetwork is the facility-class media network for content creators that let
6IllustrationsAvid DS System Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21Rear View of xw8200 System . . .
Chapter 3 Assembling the System60To assemble the machine control cable1. Attach the RS-232 cable end of the adapter to the RS-232 connector on the P
Connecting Peripheral Devices61Connecting Peripheral DevicesPeripheral devices, such as VTRs and DATs, connected to your workstation allow you to capt
Chapter 3 Assembling the System627. Plug one end of a BNC sync cable into the Avid Nitris DNA’s SD sync or HD tri-level input and the other into the
Connecting Peripheral Devices63The following are supported formats for Avid DS Nitris using standard VGA monitors:• 1080I/29.97• 1080I/30• 1080P/29.97
Chapter 3 Assembling the System64Each cable is similar in appearance using a DB-25 connector on one end, and eight industry-standard XLR audio conne
Connecting Peripheral Devices65To connect your audio equipment:1. Make sure that the power switch on the Nitris DNA is Off.2. Connect the audio output
Chapter 3 Assembling the System66
Chapter 4Rack Mounting the Avid Nitris DNA EnclosureThis section provides the information for mounting the Avid Nitris DNA in a 19-inch (483-mm) Natio
Chapter 4 Rack Mounting the Avid Nitris DNA Enclosure68• Mechanical Loading — Avoid a hazardous condition due to an uneven mechanical loading.• Circ
Installing the Avid Nitris DNA in a Rack69To attach the rack nuts to the rack enclosure:1. Select the lowest position in the rack where you can mount
7Audio Monitoring Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65Positioning the Avid Nitris DNA. . . . . . .
Chapter 4 Rack Mounting the Avid Nitris DNA Enclosure70Attaching Rack Nuts onto the Rack EnclosureSecuring the Avid Nitris DNA in a RackThe Avid Nit
Installing the Avid Nitris DNA in a Rack71To secure the Avid Nitris DNA into the rack.1. From the front of the rack, position the Avid Nitris DNA so t
Chapter 4 Rack Mounting the Avid Nitris DNA Enclosure72
Appendix ARegulatory and Safety NoticesWarnings and CautionswNever install equipment if it appears damaged. wDisconnect the power cord before servicin
Appendix A Regulatory and Safety Notices74This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant
European Union Notice75(1) Products for the Windows NT, Windows 2000, or Windows XP Operating System: products were tested in a typical Avid Adrenalin
Appendix A Regulatory and Safety Notices76MediaRAID, MEDIArray, MEDIArray Drive, MEDIArray II, MEDIArray II Drive, Meridien I/O box, NewsCutter, New
Taiwan EMC Regulations77Taiwan EMC RegulationsTaiwan EMC Regulations BSMI Class A EMC Warning
Appendix A Regulatory and Safety Notices78
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y ZAAES/EBUconnection 44analog connectors 48application key (dongle)attaching 53ATI FireGL board with
8TablesSystem Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16Avid DS Documentation . . . . . .
Index A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z80S-video 48sync 47contents, Avid DS systemdocumentation 17hardware 16package contents 16sof
A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Index81MediaDock Ultra320connection 54setup 55MediaNetwork 59MEDIArray II 58Monitor Out speakers 6
Index A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z82system inputs/outputs 33system requirements 19–22electrical 19environmental 19space 21Ttab
Using This GuideCongratulations on your purchase of an Avid® DS system. You can use your system to create broadcast-quality output incorporating every
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