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Vertigo XG Installation & Quick Start Guide 

Installation and quick start instructions 

Enable the Vertigo XG’s Live window

For installation and troubleshooting purposes, the Vertigo XG is equipped with a preview 
window called the Live Window. The Live Window allows you to display a representation of 
the output channel’s playout directly on the Vertigo XG’s desktop. 

To enable the device channel’s Live Window:

1.

If Channel A’s Dashboard is not already open, select the 

T

OOLS

>L

AUNCH

 D

ASHBOARD

 

menu command in the Vertigo XG’s Control Panel for Channel A. Then, select the device’s 
channel from the Device List. 

2.

Select 

A

DVANCED

 from the 

Settings Mode

 drop-down list.

3.

When promted, click 

Y

ES

 to switch to advance mode.

4.

Select the 

L

IVE

 W

INDOW

 tab and check the 

E

NABLED

 box.

5.

Click the 

A

PPLY

 C

HANGES

 button. When prompted, click 

Y

ES

 to apply the changes.

6.

When prompted, click 

Y

ES

 to perform a restart of the Vertigo XG device.

Once the device has restarted, the Live Window will appear on the Vertigo XG’s 
desktop.

N

OTE

It is normal that the Live window is appears as double the expected width, since individual 
fields are being displayed on a progressive PC output.

Live Window

Summary of Contents for Vertigo XG

Page 1: ...VertigoXG Advanced HD SD Graphics Processor Installation Quick Start Guide M848 2705 491 www miranda com ...

Page 2: ...r product manuals for their own internal business use Manuals for Grass Valley A Belden Brand products may not be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying and recording for any purpose unless specifically authorized in writing by Grass Valley A Belden Brand This manual may have been revised to reflect changes made to the product during i...

Page 3: ...ginal release May 12 2014 Rebranded this document from Miranda Technologies Partnership to Grass Valley A Belden Brand Added multilingual and extensive safety and regulatory information Updated all images and descriptions of the Vertigo XG to reflect the changes in the new 3RUchassis model For for information related to the previous chassis model please consult the v 4 9 GA or earlier version of t...

Page 4: ...l répondent aux normes nationales appropriées du pays destinataire es Conformidad en seguridad eléctrica Este equipo cumple con las exigencias de la CSA UL IEC EN 60950 1 2a ed AM1 Seguridad de los equipos de tecnología de la información Los cables de alimentación incluidos con el equipo cumplen con las normas nacionales apropiadas para el país de destino pt Conformidade de segurança elétrica Este...

Page 5: ...des appareils à laser IEC 60950 1 Sécurité du matériel informatique es Seguridad por los módulos laser Este equipo incorpora módulos láser de la Clase 1 Estos módulos están certificados por el fabricante para cumplir con IEC EN 60825 1 Seguridad de los productos láser IEC 60950 1 Seguridad de los equipos de tecnología de la información pt Segurança por módulo de laser Este equipamento incorpora mó...

Page 6: ...rez vous de les respecter en particulier celles qui sont destinées à prévenir les décharges électriques ou les blessures es Medidas de seguridad y avisos importantes Esta sección proporciona pautas de seguridad importantes para los operadores y el personal de servicio Advertencias y precauciones específicas aparecen en el manual para su aplicación Por favor lea y siga esta importante información e...

Page 7: ...eplaced with one having the ratings indicated The presence of this symbol in or on Grass Valley A Belden Brand equipment means that it has been designed tested and certified as complying with applicable Canadian Standard Association CSA regulations and recommendations for USA Canada The presence of this symbol in or on Grass Valley A Belden Brand equipment means that it has been designed tested an...

Page 8: ...nly a damp cloth Dangerous voltages may exist at several points in this equipment To avoid injury do not touch exposed connections and components while power is on Do not wear rings or wristwatches when troubleshooting high current circuits such as the power supplies To avoid fire hazard use only the specified fuses with the correct type number voltage and current ratings as referenced in the appr...

Page 9: ... g les blocs d alimentation enlevez tous vos bijoux notamment vos bagues et votre montre Pour éviter tout risque d incendie utilisez uniquement les fusibles du type et du calibre indiqués dans la documentation ou sur l équipement Confiez le remplacement de fusibles au personnel technique qualifié Ne pas utiliser cet appareil dans une atmosphère explosive L appareil renferme une pile Pour réduire l...

Page 10: ...ía de reserva Existe el peligro de explosión si la batería se instala de forma incorrecta Reemplace la batería únicamente con el mismo tipo o equivalente recomendada por el fabricante Deshágase de las baterías usadas según las instrucciones del fabricante Deje al personal calificado realizar las verificaciones de seguridad después de un servicio pt Advertências Um cabo de alimentação aprovado deve...

Page 11: ... correto de tensão e corrente a que se refere o manual de serviço adequado Referem se sempre trocar o fusível por pessoal qualificado Para evitar a explosão não utilize este equipamento em uma atmosfera explosiva Este produto inclui uma bateria de backup Existe o perigo de explosão se a bateria está instalada incorretamente Substitua a bateria somente com o mesmo tipo ou equivalente recomendado pe...

Page 12: ...ximity to a main power outlet that is easily accessible fr Mises en garde L appareil est conçu pour être installé dans un endroit à accès restreint Au moment d installer l équipement ne fixez pas les cordons d alimentation aux surfaces intérieures de l édifice Pour réduire le risque de choc électrique n effectuez pas de réparations autres que celles qui sont décrites dans le présent manuel sauf si...

Page 13: ...n interruptor de encendido apagado y utilizan una fuente de alimentación externa deben instalarse cerca de una toma de corriente de fácil acceso pt Precauções Este material destina se a ser instalado em um acesso restrito Quando instalar o equipamento não fixar o cabo de alimentação em superfícies do edifício Não faça reparações que não estão no manual de instruções a menos que você estiver qualif...

Page 14: ...trostatiques DES Une décharge électrostatique peut se produire lorsque des composants électroniques ne sont pas manipulés de manière adéquate ce qui peut entraîner des défaillances intermittentes ou endommager irrémédiablement un circuit électrique Au moment de remplacer une carte dans un châssis prenez toujours les mesures de protection antistatique appropriées Assurez vous que le châssis est rel...

Page 15: ...en una bolsa de DES Las tarjetas que están conectadas a un chasis de o caja de metal a tierra no requieren una protección especial para la DES pt Proteção contra descargas eletrostáticas DES DES ocorre quando os componentes eletrônicos são manipulados de forma inadequada e pode causar falha intermitente ou completa afetando um circuito elétrico Remover e substituir um cartão eletrônico do chassi s...

Page 16: ...xicité est extrêmement faible mais la prudence demeure de mise en tout temps es Precauciones para las pantallas LCD y TFT Si la pantalla LCD o TFT se rompe retire con cuidado los fragmentos de vidrio cuando se deshaga de ellos Si hay una fuga de líquido de una celda de vidrio dañado tenga cuidado que el cristal líquido no entre en contacto con su boca o la piel Si el cristal líquido toca su piel o...

Page 17: ... cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the requirements of the EMC directive 2004 108 EC EN 55022 Class A Radiated emissions EN 55022 Class A Conducted em...

Page 18: ...s 2 3 Mounting the Vertigo XG chassis in a rack 2 7 Separating the sections of the rail assemblies 2 7 Attaching the chassis rail to the Vertigo XG chassis 2 8 Installing the rack rail assemblies 2 9 Inserting the Vertigo XG chassis into the rack 2 10 Cabling the Vertigo XG unit 2 11 Starting the Vertigo XG 2 14 Assigning a new IP address to the Vertigo XG device 2 16 Verifying the installation an...

Page 19: ...vices are factory configured for standard rendering and playout workflows Configuring the Vertigo XG settings for advanced workflows is normally performed by qualified network administrators or Grass Valley s Integration Specialists using the Vertigo XG Portal and Dashboard software interfaces Information and instructions for implementing advanced configurations is beyond the scope of this documen...

Page 20: ... of video and audio storage which is expandable to 2 TB 16 embedded audio channels per SDI stream Discrete AES audio channels up to 8 in and 16 out XG21 e or 2 x 16 out XG22 e Independent DVEs on each video input Tri mode hardware Video bypasses VAnc VBI extraction processing and insertion or VAnc VBI pass through Unlimited virtual layers that can be controlled independently Real time control of l...

Page 21: ...gh quality EAS text and audio can be played out with the Vertigo XG processor using templates which integrate channel branding graphics for a consistent on air presentation VX GPI 8 e GPI card The GPI card allows for control of the Vertigo XG via GPI triggers The card allows for up to 8 GPI in and 8 GPI out VX TC e Time Code card The Time Code card allows you to lock the Vertigo XG s system clock ...

Page 22: ...ectors on the Vertigo XG s rear panel differs depending upon the hardware options installed See page 1 3 for a list of the Vertigo XG s hardware options The following table summarizes the Vertigo XG s physical dimensions and power consumption Consult the following sections to familiarize yourself with the Vertigo XG s front and rear panel components Front panel components on page 1 5 Rear panel co...

Page 23: ...d two buttons for system monitoring and operation Figure 1 1 identifies each component on the Vertigo XG s front panel Figure 1 1 The Vertigo XG s front panel components NOTE Consult the Vertigo XG Configuration Guide for descriptions of each of the LEDs and buttons on the Vertigo XG s front panel CD DVD Hard Drives Floppy Drive ROM Drive POWER Overheat Fan Fail Power Failure LAN 2 LAN 1 HDD Activ...

Page 24: ...anel of the Vertigo XG chassis Figure 1 2 The Vertigo XG s rear panel components XG22 e model NOTE In some cases the positioning of the connectors on the Vertigo XG s rear panel differs depending upon the hardware options installed See page 1 3 for a list of the Vertigo XG s hardware options Power Supply Modules 2 RS 422 Connectors USB 2 0 Network Ethernet Connectors 2 SDI Video Card Connectors 4 ...

Page 25: ...nd new factory configured Vertigo XG device Step Task description 1 Unpack the parts included in the shipping package page 2 3 Verify the completeness and condition of all of the items included in the shipping package Familiarize yourself with each of the items related to the Vertigo XG 2 Install the Vertigo XG chassis in a rack page 2 7 Remove the faceplate from the Vertigo XG unit Install the ra...

Page 26: ... new IP Address for the Vertigo XG device page 2 16 6 Verify the installation by previewing the playout of an asset page 2 17 Verify the Vertigo XG s Output Resolution setting Enable the Vertigo XG s Live Window In Xplay add an asset to a playlist and verify that it plays out properly On a dual channel Vertigo XG repeat the above steps for channel B 7 Complete the quick start procedure page 2 20 D...

Page 27: ...package please contact our Customer Service and Sales department 1 x 3RU Vertigo XG chassis The Vertigo XG is available in two 2 standard models VX Vertigo XG21 e The Vertigo XG single channel graphics engine 2 inputs 1 output VX Vertigo XG22 e Vertigo XG dual channel graphics engine 2 inputs 2 outputs Rack mounting kit 2 x rail assemblies Rail screws Rail adapters 2 for mounting the chassis in a ...

Page 28: ... you prefer you can use the VGA DVI adapter to connect the Vertigo XG device to VGA monitor Note that although there are two 2 DVI connectors the Vertigo XG can display to only one monitor Therefore it does not matter which of the two connectors the monitor s cable is connected to Keyboard and Mouse A keyboard and mouse are required during the Vertigo XG s initial setup which involves using the Ve...

Page 29: ...ion A sticker on the DVD identifies the release version of the Vertigo Suite software Please consult http support miranda com for the latest software and documentation updates Technical Support Contacts and Warranty card This card contains warranty information related to the Vertigo XG hardware and software It also identifies Grass Valley s contact information which is also provided on page 3 1 Li...

Page 30: ...go XG The Vertigo XG uses SuperMicro s motherboard As such the documentation and bootable CD drivers utilities have been included in the Vertigo XG shipping package Windows Embedded Runtime Product Key This flyer provides information regarding the Microsoft Runtime Key that applies to the Windows Embedded Standard software that is installed on the Vertigo XG unit Store this flyer in a safe locatio...

Page 31: ...mblies 2 Attaching the chassis rail to the Vertigo XG chassis 3 Installing the rack rail assemblies 4 Inserting the Vertigo XG chassis into the rack CAUTION Vertigo XG units are intended to be installed in a restricted access location by qualified personnel All health and safety regulations and precautions must be observed Separating the sections of the rail assemblies The Vertigo XG s shipping pa...

Page 32: ...o each side of the Vertigo XG chassis Later when mounting the chassis into the equipment rack these rails will be inserted into the extension rails of the rack rail assembly and securely lock the chassis to the equipment rack To install the chassis rails to the Vertigo XG chassis 1 Place the Vertigo XG unit on a solid flat work surface 2 Remove the Vertigo XG faceplate by pulling the faceplate s h...

Page 33: ...G s rack rail assemblies are designed for quick and easy installation into equipment rack structures with square holes To install the rack rail assemblies into a round hole tapped hole style rack use the rail adapters included in the Vertigo XG shipment To install the rack rail assemblies 1 Secure the back end of the rack rail assembly to the equipment rack using the screws provided 2 Press the bu...

Page 34: ...insert the Vertigo XG chassis into a rack 1 Extend the rack extension rails as illustrated below 2 Align the chassis rails with each of the rack extension rails 3 Slide the chassis rails into the rack extension rails keeping the pressure even on both sides When the chassis has been pushed completely into the rack it should click into the locked position 4 Optional Screws may be used to secure the ...

Page 35: ...procedure below provide step by step instructions for properly cabling the Vertigo XG unit Figure 2 3 Cabling the Vertigo XG Legend 1 2 4 3 5 6 7 7 8 9 The numbers correspond to the steps in the cabling procedure 1 Power supplies 2 Mouse keyboard connectors 3 DVI Monitor connectors 4 Ethernet Network connectors 5 SDI Video I O connector 6 Discrete AES Audio connector s Option Automation system con...

Page 36: ...together connect 2 cables to the 2 NIC cards at the same time to form a third virtual adapter In the event of an adapter cable or switch failure the network interface fails over to the healthy adapter Consult the Vertigo XG Configuration Guide for more details If you only have one cable connected then the teaming is still in effect but all traffic will be over that one cable If that NIC fail you w...

Page 37: ... through this connection that the automation system communicates and controls the Vertigo XG using automation protocol commands 8 Optional Connect a Time Code Generator to the Time Code card s BNC connector on the rear panel of the Vertigo XG The Time Code Card is a hardware option on the Vertigo XG see page 1 3 which allows you to lock the Vertigo XG s system clock to an external timecode The Tim...

Page 38: ...g table provides briefly introduces each of the Vertigo XG s desktop applications The Vertigo XG Configuration Guide provides further details regarding these applications Vertigo XG desktop wallpaper The Vertigo XG desktop wallpaper features the Vertigo XG logo as well as identification information related to the specific Vertigo XG device Vertigo XG Control Panel s Dual channel Vertigo XG units X...

Page 39: ...es to control the playout of video and graphics on the Vertigo XG device Whether the Vertigo XG is a single or dual channel model only one instance of Xplay is used to control the Vertigo XG device s output Vertigo Command Shell The Vertigo Command Shell window allows you to perform some basic command tasks like opening Windows Explorer and shutdown reboot the Vertigo XG device ...

Page 40: ...gain in the Vertigo Command Shell type control to open the MICROSOFT CONTROL PANEL 3 In the Microsoft Control Panel s address bar type 127 0 0 1 and press RETURN The VERTIGO XG PORTAL S log in page appears 4 Type vertigo into the Password field and click the LOG IN button The VERTIGO XG PORTAL web interface appears 5 Select the SETUP NETWORK SETUP command to display the NETWORK SETUP page 6 Change...

Page 41: ...ertigo XG s Output Resolution Each of the Vertigo XG s output channels Channel A and Channel B have an Output Resolution setting on their respective Dashboard which determines the format of the Vertigo XG s output signal To verify and change a Vertigo XG s output channel resolution 1 In the Vertigo XG s Control Panel for Channel A select the TOOLS LAUNCH DASHBOARD menu command 2 Select the device ...

Page 42: ...ASHBOARD menu command in the Vertigo XG s Control Panel for Channel A Then select the device s channel from the Device List 2 Select ADVANCED from the Settings Mode drop down list 3 When promted click YES to switch to advance mode 4 Select the LIVE WINDOW tab and check the ENABLED box 5 Click the APPLY CHANGES button When prompted click YES to apply the changes 6 When prompted click YES to perform...

Page 43: ...go XG s channel A If the LED is red double click on the LED to connect to the device If it still does not change to green verify that the device is properly configured in Xplay s Device Manager Consult the Vertigo XG Configuration Guide for more information 2 Verify that the DEVICE 1 Keyer is turned on pink If the DEVICE 1 Keyer is turned off grey right click on the DEVICE 1 Keyer and select the T...

Page 44: ...erals from the Vertigo XG unit To disable the Live Window 1 If Channel A s Dashboard is not already open select the TOOLS LAUNCH DASHBOARD menu command in the Vertigo XG s Control Panel for Channel A Then select the device s channel from the Device List 2 Select ADVANCED from the Settings Mode drop down list 3 When promted click YES to switch to advance mode 4 Select the LIVE WINDOW tab and clear ...

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