360 Systems MAXX-1000SD - Manual (Page 13)

MAXX Owner’s Manual Page 13
connectors make more channels possible in digital format). SDI embedded audio is also included
as standard equipment.
360 Systems brings extensive experience in broadcast and pro-audio to the design of Image
Servers. They employ a 24-bit word, and deliver a 20 dB improvement in SNR (10 times!)
compared with older 16-bit audio systems. A sample-rate converter is included in the audio input,
which may be inserted from the GUI. Input circuits provide excellent hum and RF rejection, and
20 dB of headroom. 360 Systems’ Bit-for-Bit® design strategy assures that Dolby®-E, Dolby AC3, or
other forms of encoded audio will be stored and played correctly.
On-Screen Graphic User Interface
The Image Server’s On-Screen graphic user interface (GUI) gives fast access to all server functions.
It is controlled by a standard keyboard and mouse (supplied) and requires only a VESA-compliant
SVGA display.
The GUI displays a complete control panel for each server channel; these include transport control,
clip file management and head and tail trimming. The GUI allows an Image Server to operate as
three self-contained VTR equivalents.
System configuration is clear and straightforward with the GUI. It provides access to MPEG-2
encoding parameters, audio channel and time-code settings. Whenever new server features are
installed (using the built-in CD-ROM drive) new set-up parameters and user-interface features
become immediately available.
Remote Workstation Software allows the GUI to be remotely operated from a common Windows®
PC connected by Ethernet. Separate work areas can be easily created within a building for ingest,
trimming, playlisting, system monitoring or play-to-air.
File Transfers over Gigabit Ethernet
Image Servers go beyond providing just base-band connections for video and audio. Both DV and
MPEG-2 file transfers over Gigabit Ethernet open the door to new IP solutions for transferring video
across the room—or across the country—at high speed and low cost.
By adding economical Ethernet switches and broadband connections, the Image Server’s design
enables low-cost networking of broadcast operations from ingest to storage, for editing, play-to-air
and archiving. The Image Server moves programs many times faster than real time, saving time
and streamlining operations.
360 Systems’ MXF implementation for MPEG-2 transfers uses Operational Patterns 1a and 1b. It
has been tested for compatibility with MXF files from many other manufacturers. 360 Systems can
make Image Server MXF files available for testing and evaluation through our FTP site. Contact the
customer service department to arrange for access.
Reliability Counts
360 Systems has 37 years experience manufacturing equipment for television broadcast and other
industries that require elevated reliability. We understand quality and reliability, and have given
close attention to design issues like power, cooling, and protecting stored data.