Grass Valley NewsQ Pro v.1.5 - Manual (Page 53)

Configuring the Thumbnail Server
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Configuring the Thumbnail Server
The Thumbnail Server displays connection status to the Profile Media Server(s)
and creates thumbnails for MPEG clips.
Creating a Thumbnail Folder
Before using the Thumbnail Server, you need to create a directory in which to
store video thumbnails.
To create the Thumbnail folder:
1. Navigate to C:\NewsQ Pro.
2. Create a folder and name it Thumbnails .
3. Right-click on the folder, select Sharing , and click Share this folder .
4. Click OK .
Setting Up the Thumbnail Server
To set up the Thumbnail Server:
1. Double-click Thumbnail Server on the desktop or click the Start menu and
choose Programs | NewsQ Pro | Thumbnail Server .
2. Choose Tools | Options.
The Options window appears:
3. Enter the name of the Profile Media Server where the media resides that will
be used for thumbnails.
If you are using multiple servers, separate each name with a comma.
4. Click OK .