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Marketing Product Release
Versio™ 2.1 Integrated Playout Solution MPR Reference Number: TM 2014/09/05 Orders Accepted Starting: 09.05.14 Product Group: Integrated Playout R&D Group: Media & Playout Issued By: Brian Stark Approved: Stan Kingett
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Contents Welcome to Versio™ 2.1 .......................................................................................... 6 Versio™ 2.1 Product Information ............................................................................. 7 Versio™ 2.1 New Features ........................................................................................................................ 7 Versio 3.0 (IP/Cloud) and 4.0 (Hybrid) Upgrade ....................................................................................... 8 Versio™ Base Package .............................................................................................................................. 8 Single Playout Channel ......................................................................................................................... 9 Simulcast Playout Channel ................................................................................................................... 9 Dual Simulcast Playout Channel ........................................................................................................... 9 Automation Control Systems ............................................................................................................... 9 Video Playback Engine ........................................................................................................................ 12 Graphics Branding Engine .................................................................................................................. 15 Master Control Functionality ............................................................................................................. 16 Content Cache .................................................................................................................................... 18 Monitoring .......................................................................................................................................... 18 Versio™ Optional Applications ............................................................................................................... 20 Baseband Video Ingest ....................................................................................................................... 20 Closed Caption Import ........................................................................................................................ 22 Emergency Alert System Support ....................................................................................................... 23 IconStation ......................................................................................................................................... 23 G‐3D .................................................................................................................................................... 23 Adobe After Effects ............................................................................................................................ 24
Versio™ 2.1 System Architecture ........................................................................... 25 Operating Modes .................................................................................................................................... 25 Internal Automation and Internal Storage ......................................................................................... 25 Internal Automation and External Storage ........................................................................................ 25 External Automation and Internal Storage ........................................................................................ 26 External Automation and External Storage ........................................................................................ 26 External Computer Usage ....................................................................................................................... 27 Automation Client Computer ............................................................................................................. 27 Automation Database Server ............................................................................................................. 28 Content Cache .................................................................................................................................... 32 © 2014 Imagine Communications Corp. Proprietary and Confidential
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IconStation Offline .............................................................................................................................. 33 Connectus ........................................................................................................................................... 33 Live Update ......................................................................................................................................... 34 Servers that Support Multiple Applications for Versio™ ........................................................................ 34 Client Computers that Support Multiple Applications for Versio™ ........................................................ 35 Number of Supported Versio™ Units ..................................................................................................... 35 Redundancy and Customer‐Provided Computers .................................................................................. 36 Monitoring Versio™ ................................................................................................................................ 36 Keyboard, Video, and Mouse ............................................................................................................. 36 Audio Only Import .................................................................................................................................. 37 Audio File Ingest to NEXIO Storage .................................................................................................... 37 Audio File Import to Graphics Storage ............................................................................................... 37
Company Confidential Information ....................................................................... 38 Availability .............................................................................................................................................. 38 Pricing ..................................................................................................................................................... 38 Markets/Applications ............................................................................................................................. 41 Competitive Position .............................................................................................................................. 41 Specifications .......................................................................................................................................... 42 Products Replaced by This Product ........................................................................................................ 42 Technical Literature ................................................................................................................................ 42 Product Introduction .............................................................................................................................. 42 Frequently Asked Questions ................................................................................................................... 42 Marketing and Customer Support Documentation ................................................................................ 43 Imagine Communications Sales Affected by Versio™ 2.1 ...................................................................... 43 Important Contacts................................................................................................................................. 43 Attachments ........................................................................................................................................... 44 Training Plan ........................................................................................................................................... 44
Appendix A—Codecs and Wrapper Types ............................................................. 45 MXF Compatibility .................................................................................................................................. 51 MPG Compatibility ................................................................................................................................. 53 GXF Support ............................................................................................................................................ 54
Appendix B—Computer Specifications .................................................................. 56 Automation Client Workstations ............................................................................................................ 56 HP 8200 Elite Business PC .................................................................................................................. 56 Compaq 6200 Pro Business PC ........................................................................................................... 56 IconStation Offline for Versio™ .......................................................................................................... 57 Automation Database Server ................................................................................................................. 57 © 2014 Imagine Communications Corp. Proprietary and Confidential
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Versio™ Playlist UI Services .................................................................................................................... 57 Motion for Versio™................................................................................................................................. 58 Connectus ............................................................................................................................................... 58 Dell Power Edge 710 Server ............................................................................................................... 58 Dell Power Edge 720 Server ............................................................................................................... 58 Magellan Log Server ............................................................................................................................... 59 Dell Power Edge 710 Server ............................................................................................................... 59 Dell Power Edge 720 Server ............................................................................................................... 59
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Welcome to Versio™ 2.1 Versio™ is the innovative leader in integrated channel playout from Imagine Communications. Versio™ packs two video playout servers, automation, graphic branding, and multiple DVEs and mix effects into a single server. Everything needed to create a compelling visual experience with exceptional media flexibility is included. With Imagine Communications’ leading automation and server technology behind the scenes, the entire broadcast workflow—from content creation to archive—can be integrated into a complete system. Versio™ excels in four core functions: 1. 2. 3. 4.
Automation Playout Graphics and branding Master Control
With Imagine Communications automation as its core, Versio™ can interface with a vast array of sales, traffic, and billing systems. Control of external routers, VTRs, servers, switchers, and other devices is assured by a device control library that is second to none. Versio™ is designed to fit easily into your existing infrastructure while also enabling new workflows designed to replace legacy systems. Versio™ includes robust internal automation on each server and multiple instances can be synchronized for redundancy. Existing Imagine Communications automation customers can control Versio™ from those systems. The intuitive nature of the automation reduces the learning curve of operators with experience with ADC, making the transition from standard broadcast workflows to one based around Versio™ quick and simple. Versio™ 2.1 runs on multiple hardware platforms, in both a 1 RU and 2 RU form factor. Both platforms include high‐definition and standard‐definition playout, and include internal storage for both graphics and content. The 1RU server has approximately 3TB of content storage, while the 2RU server has approximately 7TB of content storage. The 2 RU form factor includes an upgraded GPU, enabling simulcast outputs of SD and HD content with both branded and clean feeds running from a single playlist. Video clips can be stored on the internal, protected array that can withstand drive failures, or on shared external drives in a Nexio SAN. The internal, RAID 3 array can store approximately 110 hours of XDCAM HD422 (50Mbps) content with eight channels of 24‐bit audio in a single server. An internal FTP server is included to facilitate content movement from external systems, and the basic cache management system can be replaced with Nexio Motion for greater flexibility. Graphics content, traditionally larger and more complex than video clips, are stored internally on an SSD array, ensuring short delays when loading and displaying on the branded output. Due to the speed requirements for graphics, external storage is not supported; if external storage is necessary, Connectus can be purchased to automate the transfer process to internal storage. To allow graphic artists flexibility in content creation, IconStation Offline can be utilized to create graphics and transfer them to any Versio™, as well as integration with multiple third‐party graphics application, including After Effects and Animation Build.
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Versio™ 2.1 Product Information The following sections contain detailed descriptions of key features of Versio™ 2.1.
Versio™ 2.1 New Features The following features are new to Versio™ 2.1:
Dynamic Branding: Transmission list fields can be the source of data for now/next/later graphics. Events in the transmission list are identified through a prefix to the Media/Clip ID. Emergency Alert System (EAS): For US customers who are regulatory bound to broadcast EAS messages, this feature enables an onscreen display and audio voiceover received from the EAS system during activation. SD/HD Simulcast: For customers who need both SD and HD transmission of the same transmission list, the clean feed output can be swapped to provide for an SD simulcast of the playing HD content, eliminating the need to provision multiple playout servers. SD/HD simulcast with clean and branded outputs is available in the 2 RU form factor. Complex Media: MXF OP1B support has been added to allow for playout of content stored in multiple essence files. QuickTime Reference Support: Files originally created for Omneon servers, as well as other QuickTime files can be played directly, allowing multiple server types to share content. Software License Keys: All components can be activated with software license keys. Live Update: Schedule changes via BXF protocol allows live update of an active playlist. 608/708 and WST/OP47 Closed Captioning: Cross conversion between HD and SD closed captioning assets. File‐Based Open Captions and Subtitles: Closed caption files (EBU‐STL) can be associated with a video asset to be embedded when played. Review Channel: Media Client can be used to review and segment content using the included SDI output port. Dolby E Decode: Dolby E from live sources or clips can be decoded to allow for internal mixing of audio tracks of graphics or voiceovers. Internal Dolby encoding will be available in a future release. Multiple Clip DVE Sources: Each DVE can each be fed from an individual clip or live input, allowing extra flexibility in transitions. Nexio Player Support: Review high‐resolution content on Nexio Player thick client over Ethernet. Two Live Inputs: The number of live inputs has been increased to two. Ingest Port: One live input port can be modified to be used as an ingest port, allowing Versio™ to record content for later air. Branded++/PGM+: Regions in graphic layers can be configured to play through the branded output, clean output, or both. Key and Fill: Key and fill inputs are available to key for external graphics devices.
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Versio 3.0 (IP/Cloud) and 4.0 (Hybrid) Upgrade Versio 3.0 is expected run on the current 1 RU and 2 RU servers used by Versio 2.x with appropriate upgrades. A CPU upgrade (NX‐CPU‐10C‐28, MSRP $13,945.00) modifies the base 12 core CPUs to 20 core CPUs (E5‐2680 v2). When upgrading the 1 RU model, the current K4000 or K4200 GPU will need to be removed so that additional RAM (8 GB, 2x 4 GB) can be replaced. The GPU should be replaced with the Kepler 2200 GPU to provide video output and potential future GPU use internally in Versio. The MA410 card (baseband card) can be left in place unless the slot is required for additional cards, and may be used when hybrid mode is enabled. If uncompressed SMPTE 2022‐6 I/O is required, a 10 GigE should be installed to provide the network bandwidth required. Some new servers include dual 10 GigE NICs on the motherboard and would not need this upgrade. Customers who purchased Versio 2.x and have a valid support contract will be able to upgrade to Versio 3.0 at no charge. Customers who require the SDI I/O can skip the 3.0 upgrade and upgrade directly to 4.0 for the initial 6 months after launch. 4.0 will include hybrid I/O and is expected Q4 2015, allowing upgrades until the end of Q1 2016. No firm dates have been announced and a valid support contract is required to receive either upgrade. There are additional financial models that will be introduced for the 3.0 line, including both CapEx and OpEx. It will be possible to move between the models upfront, but the details are not fully defined. Customers who purchased Versio 2.x will probably not switch to the OpEx model since they already spent the capital. Any support contract for Versio 2.x will be valid for 3.0 and 4.0, but future support and upgrades are subject to maintaining a valid support contract after the upgrade. There is no commitment to a support contract to receive the upgrade.
Versio™ Base Package This section explains the components that come with a base Versio™ packages. Base Versio packages can be ordered in both 1RU and 2RU form factors. The 1 RU form factor provides an economical platform, while the 2 RU form factor includes additional PCIe slots for connectivity options. Dual simulcast (PGM++) must be ordered in the 2 RU form factor. Backup channels are listed at a 50% discount of primary channels and are intended to run in 1:1 redundancy.
Processor Memory GPU OS/Graphics Video Network SDI Inputs SDI Outputs
1 RU
2 RU
2x Ivy‐Bridge 6 core (E5‐2630V2) 24 GB (6x 4 GB) K4200 6x 120 GB SSDs 4x 1 TB 7200 RPM 2x Gb 4x ‐ 2 live, 2 key/fill, ingest, review 2x ‐ branded/clean or SD/HD
2x Sandy‐Bridge 6 core (E5‐2630V2) 32 GB (8x 4 GB) K4200 4x 240 GB SSDs 8x 1 TB 7200 RPM 4x Gb 4x ‐ 2 live, 2 key/fill, ingest, review 4x ‐ branded/clean SD/HD
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Single Playout Channel Primary: VEH1UHDP (1 RU), VEH2UHDP (2 RU) Backup: VEH1UHDB (1 RU), VEH2UHDB (2 RU) A single‐channel HD/SD integrated playout system that includes branded and clean outputs, basic 2D graphics, core services, content caching, and 16 channels of embedded audio. Upgrades to a single channel simulcast system in the field are possible in the field, which replaces the clean output with the simulcast SD output. 2 RU form factor systems may be upgraded to branded and clean dual simulcast outputs in the field.
Simulcast Playout Channel Primary: VEH1USCP (1 RU), VEH2USCP (2 RU) Backup: VEH1USCB (1 RU), VEH2USCB (2 RU) A single channel HD/SD integrated playout system that includes configurable HD and SD simulcast outputs or branded and clean outputs, basic 2D graphics, core services, content caching, and 16 channels of embedded audio. 2 RU form factor systems may be upgraded to dual simulcast in the field.
Dual Simulcast Playout Channel Primary: VEH2UDSP (2 RU) Backup: VEH2UDSB (2 RU) A dual‐channel HD/SD integrated playout system that includes HD and SD simulcast outputs, each with branded and clean outputs, basic 2D graphics, core services, content caching, and 16 channels of audio.
Automation Control Systems Versio™ is generally controlled with internal automation, but it can be integrated with external ADC or D‐Series automations systems. Every aspect of Versio’s™ clip playout, graphic branding, and master control is available for automation control. Base Versio™ part numbers include internal automation. Device drivers for external automation are included in the base price and should not be purchased separately. A $5,000 (pre‐discounted, $2500 on backups) credit against the base price will be provided for customers with existing licenses for ADC or D‐Series.
Internal Automation Internal automation uses a real time device controller directly on the Versio™ server to manage the transmission list and control the integrated clip playout, graphic branding, and master control engines. The transmission list is comprised of primary events (video clips) and secondary events (branding, DVE, audio, etc…) and determines when and what content is played. Up to four external devices can be controlled via RS422 with the appropriate
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update options, including a router, VTR, external graphics system, and an external subtitle generator. IP control of additional external devices can be enabled with the appropriate ADC part numbers.
Router Control and External Devices The VESCTROU enables external router control, via an RS422 connection, for automated control of router cross‐ points. This can be used to switch the live inputs feeds to Versio™ for live or network events or to route a VTR when ingesting. If control of a single router from multiple Versio™ instances is required, external automation may be appropriate for centralized router control. Modern routers do not include the quantity of RS422 ports required to connect each Versio™ instance. External automation requires a single connection to the router. This limitation is being addressed in future version to include centralized router control as well as automation drivers for IP router control. The VESCTVTR option enables external VTR control for ingest operations or live‐to‐air tape playback. For a complete ingest solution, VESBBING includes both the VESCTVTR and VESCTROU options for router and VTR control, as well as the control software; ingest and review ports are required. See Baseband Video Ingest for more information.
Managing the Transmission List An onboard device control system manages the transmission list and can be appended as needed for continuous 24/7 operation. The transmission list can be monitored, edited, and controlled from the automation client from any network‐attached computer running the user interface. A user interface is not required on the Versio™ server for the transmission list to run.
Traffic/Scheduling Integration Versio™ supports a broad range of traffic and scheduling systems and can accept transmission lists from these systems or use filters to enable file imports from traffic systems or other program schedule sources via an optional traffic translator (VESTRAFF). Versio™ creates industry standard as‐run logs documenting events it played which can be used for reconciliation by the traffic and billing systems.
BXF Support Versio™ supports Broadcast eXchange Format (BXF) and Imagine Communications Live Update. BXF and Live Update enable commercial sales right up to air time, and Versio’s™ automation and video playback systems allow changes to the playlist directly from the traffic system. BXF can be used to update the traffic system with as‐run status information right after an element has aired or in batches of elements to enable users to bill quickly or adjust if issues occur.
Automation User Interface The interface for Versio™ automation is run on a separate server, and no interaction directly on the server is required for daily functions. The automation user interface is often a monitoring tool. If the traffic files sent to Versio™ do not contain issues or content that needs to change, the operator looks for potential problems that may occur and checks that everything aired correctly.
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enabling a high degree of redundancy. List Redundancy uses two independent transmission lists running the same programs on two Versio™ instances. If a problem occurs on one of the systems, for instance due to a device error, the other redundant lists keep playing. Monitoring and management of List Redundancy is achieved through the List Redundancy Control Client (LRCC). The LRCC can manage multiple redundant list pairs hosted on multiple device servers. The LRCC should be run on a customer‐supplied computer, usually the same computer that runs the client software. Each Versio™ unit includes a license to operate as one member of a redundant pair. Synchronization is performed automatically and requires no manual interaction on the part of the operator. In the event of a critical failure of the online Versio™ unit, operational responsibility can be transferred to the redundant unit using a downstream switcher that determines which air chain is used for on‐air usage. Other automation services can be used to create complex environments to maximize operator productivity. SyncroServer can be used to synchronize multiple sites for regionalization or disaster recovery. SyncroServer can, based on customized rules, translate transmission lists to replace elements events for remote sites. More information on SyncroServer can be found in the ADC documentation.
External Automation External ADC or D‐Series automation device drivers are included in the base price. External automation enables the control of Versio™ in large‐scale systems or when centralized operation is desired. ADC version 12.2.2 is required for ADC‐based external automation. Note: Versio™ base packages include device control licenses and everything needed to control it. There is no need to purchase additional device licenses or playlists.
Client User Interfaces The Versio™ transmission list runs unsupervised and does not require a user interface to be active. When using external automation, operators use the external automation interface. With internal automation, operators monitor the transmission remotely with either the Playlist interface or ADC Air Client. A single operator can monitor multiple transmission lists in a central location and does not require access to the Versio™ instance. The operator stations do not need to be collocated with the Versio™ instances being controlled. Remote sites or DR sites can be controlled at the main facility via IP. Operational productivity can be enhanced with additional applications such as SyncroServer or Aggregation Service, which aggregates multiple transmission lists across Versio™ instances and sites. Both automation interfaces run on customer supplied Windows PCs. It is generally recommended that these computers are used exclusively for the application, it is not required and it can be used for general purpose computing.
Versio™ Playlist User Interface The Playlist user interface is a modern application designed to replace ADC Air Client while maintaining operational continuity. Operators familiar with Air Client should quickly adapt with minimal training. Versio™ Playlist has multiple views of the transmission lists it monitors. Playlist view is a standard list of both primary and secondary events. Timeline view includes both events displayed as a chart, with secondary event displayed below the primary.
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ADC Air Client User Interface The ADC Air Client can be used with both internal and external ADC automation systems. Air Client is used in every ADC automation installation, and operators familiar with it will not need any new training.
Figure 1: Sample ADC Air Client user interface
Video Playback Engine Versio’s™ video playout engine is based on software codecs and includes back‐to‐back playout of any supported codec in any supported resolution with up, down, and cross conversion; aspect ratio conversion; AFD support; audio channel routing; closed caption insertion; and switching between clip playout and a live source. Versio™ includes two independent, internal video playback channels that can play back any clip at any time.
Codec Support Available codecs and data rates are shown in the following table for SD and HD resolutions. Resolution
Codecs
HD Codecs
MPEG‐2 I‐frame up to 150 Mb/s
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Resolution
Codecs MPEG‐2 Long GOP up to 80 Mbps XDCAM HD 35 Mb/s XDCAM HD422 50 Mb/s XDCAM EX 35 Mb/s DVCPRO HD DNxHD (optional) H.264 (VESBB264)
SD Codecs
MPEG‐2 I‐frame and Long GOP up to 50 Mb/s DVCPRO25 DVCPRO50 XDCAM (IMX 30/40/50) H.264 (VESBB264)
File Wrappers Versio™ can accept clip content in a variety of wrapper types so it can work with a broad range of server platforms and content storage devices. For additional information on codecs and wrappers, see Appendix A. Codec
Wrapper types
MPEG‐2
MXF OP1a, GXF, MPG, LXF
XDCAM HD 35 Mb/s
MXF OP1a, Sony MXF, GXF, MOV, LXF
XDCAM HD422 50 Mb/s
MXF OP1a, Sony MXF, GXF, MOV, LXF
XDCAM EX 35 Mb/s
MXF OP1a, Sony MXF, GXF, MOV, LXF
DVCPRO HD
MXF OP1a, Panasonic OP Atom, Sony MXF, GXF, MOV, LXF
DNxHD (optional)
MXF OP1a, MOV, LXF
H.264 (optional)
MXF OP1a, LXF
DVCPRO25
MXF OP1a, Panasonic OP Atom, Sony MXF, GXF,MOV, AVI, LXF
DVCPRO50
MXF OP1a, Panasonic OP Atom, Sony MXF, GXF, MOV, LXF
XDCAM (IMX 30/40/50)
MXF OP1a, Sony MXF, GXF, MOV, LXF
Advanced Codec Support To enable advanced formats, each Versio needs the appropriate option for the content that will be played. Playback of h.264 content, as well as the ability to ingest to h.264 with the appropriate ingest options, is included with the VESBB264 option. Likewise, VESBBDNX allows the playout and ingest of Avid DNxHD content. AVC‐Intra playback requires the use of an accelerator board until the 2.2 release. This board is certified for use in the 2 RU server only, and AVC‐I cannot be used in the 1 RU Versio until the 2.2 release.
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File Interchange Versio™ uses an internal FTP server to enable the movement of material between multiple Versio™ units or external sources. Additionally, asset management system can control movement of media to and from Versio™ and near line, archive, and third‐party servers systems. Graphic elements can be copied using standard CIFS file shares. Using IconStation Offline publishing tools and the Inscriber Connectus graphic content management system, complex layouts can be reliably created and distributed to multiple Versio™ servers.
Shared Storage Connectivity Versio™ can be configured to connect to a NEXIO shared storage for instant access to all content. Versio™ can attach to NEXIO storage via NEXIO’s Media Host architecture (MIOH) using redundant Ethernet connection. Fiber channel connectivity can be added to any 2 RU form factor server to allow direct connection to the SAN. Versio™ can connect to the following NEXIO Storage systems:
SBOD (NXS3100 series) Farad (NXS2200 series) Farad 2 (NXS2300 series)
When ordering NEXIO storage for use with Versio™, use the normal NEXIO model numbers. Design rules are like those of any regular NEXIO system, with the following notable exceptions:
Versio™ can support a shared storage system. A RAM upgrade may be needed for systems with more than 128 TB 1of usable storage. Versio™ 1 RU servers must use MIOH to attach to the NEXIO SAN Versio™ 2 RU server may use MIOH or include an optional fiber channel card (NX‐HBA‐FC8‐2P ) for direct connection
When connecting with MIOH, Versio™ uses a multipath topology connecting two gigabit Ethernet ports to two Media Host servers. A fully redundant connection is realized and the loss of a network port, switch, or other faults can be tolerated. Fiber channel connections are inherently redundant with multiple directors. The following table shows that when using Media Host, the following arrangement is expected for the two network ports. Network Connection
Supported Data Types
Network Port 1 (NIC1)
Media Host Server
Network Port 2 (NIC2)
Media Host Server External Automation (if so specified) Graphics (file copy by Connectus or IconStation Offline for Versio™)
1
Subject to final testing verification
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Network Connection
Supported Data Types FTP for video clips
Graphics Branding Engine The graphics branding engine that drives Versio™ enables high‐performance capabilities, including full screens graphics, complex multi‐layer layouts, 3D effects, and uncompressed graphics support in addition to standard station logos, ratings bugs, and lower thirds. Graphic branding of live and prerecorded content and support for multiple text data sources and different layouts are included, giving Versio™ to power to create compelling looks. External graphics generators can supply key and fill with the VESGXKFL option for added flexibility. Here are common terms used by Imagine Communications to describe graphic usage:
Layout: A set of layouts that controls a particular look or a collection of graphics that has a common function. You can create a layout that contains all your station logos, regardless of where on the screen they need to appear. In this example, there may be a dozen or more screen positions for a logo. Salvo: A way of triggering a graphic event that is part of a layout. In the previous example, there is a layout with a dozen or more screen positions for a station logo. A salvo is created as a preprogrammed event that can turn each logo on or off. There are different salvos to turn each logo on and different salvos to turn each logo off, allowing independent control of each one. Automation that uses the salvo names is part of its secondary event command to turn each logo in a specified layout on and off. The VESGXKFL option allows external generators to send key and fill directly to the graphics engine.
Branding and Clean Feed Outputs Versio™ delivers a branded output combining all the graphics branding, master control, and video elements into a single SDI or HD‐SDI output. A second output provides the video and audio aspects, including any DVE functions, with alternative graphic branding. This output can used to drive other downstream systems to create other channel outputs or to monitor the entire active video region.
Graphics Branding Playback The graphics branding engine is controlled via secondary events in the transmission list. Graphic events appear in the playlist as ICONX events. In the timeline view of Playlist, secondary events are shown below the primary (video clip) event. If multiple secondary events overlap each other, they will be stacked one on top of another in the timeline view. Graphics events can be triggered directly or via salvos. Versio™ can have five layouts loaded in memory at one time, and can trigger any combination of salvos related to those five layouts at will, provided the overall graphics display limitations defined in the Versio™ Specifications are not exceeded. For more information see the section “Specifications”. Unloading a layout is supported and may be necessary if Versio™ needs to work with more than five layouts as part of its transmission list. While unlikely in many operations, this may occur, if used in multiple roles throughout the day.
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DVE Versio comes with a single 2D DVE with an optional second 2D DVE available with the VESGXDVE option. A 2D DVE creates simple picture‐in‐picture effect that changes the size of active video to fit in a defined window. The sizing, positioning, and basic motion of a DVE window can be adjusted using the graphic designer. 3D effects can be created with the VESGXA3D option. This allows tilting video and wrapping it around 3D objects such as spheres. DVE effects are created offline using IconStation Offline for Versio™. Effects can be used directly in a playlist or in a salvo. A layout can contain multiple DVEs as well as other graphic elements for multiple scenarios:
Rolling end credits with an actor interview
Ending one program while overlaying a live event
L‐bar with video and graphics containing news, weather, traffic, or stock market information with a crawl
Master Control Functionality Mixing video, graphics, and audio is managed by the Versio™ master control system. Controlled by automation, all these aspects can be managed to create the exact on‐air look needed by a channel. Clips on disk can be seamlessly mixed and played back with live sources to create a single output channel.
Live Inputs Two live inputs are included in each base Versio™ package. Inputs are routed to the internal master control router prior to the graphics branding engine. In many situations, the live inputs can be used to eliminate traditional master control panels, greatly reducing complexity and costs. VESCTROU can be added so that the Versio™ can control an external router via RS422, allowing the automated routing of network feeds at pre‐ determined times. VESCTVTR can be included to queue and play external VTRs directly to air.
Video Effects The standard master control functions of Versio™ manage a number of video, audio, and effects. Transitions are possible between the two internal disk video sources and/or disk video source and a live input. The result is a fluid transition between program content, as well as stepping in or out of live events. Versio™ supports the following functions between clips or live sources:
Cut: The simplest effect is a frame accurate cut between two video sources. Dissolve: A simple mix effect between two video sources. V‐Fade: Fade to black and then a fade up from black to a source.
Audio Mixing In addition to the video effects, audio functions are accessible as well via a 128 x 64 mixer. These audio effects apply only to PCM audio. Encoded audio (Dolby E and AC3) must be decoded to PCM internally to be mixed with other sources, and will be available in a future release. Mixing of video clip audio and audio‐only sources is an © 2014 Imagine Communications Corp. Proprietary and Confidential
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integral part of Versio™. Versio is able to combine recorded voiceovers, EAS audio, and audio routing of recorded video and graphics to ensure the correct audio arrangement goes to air.
Cut: The default for audio is to end one audio segment and start with the next, assuming they are back‐to‐ back events. Mute: A track or number of tracks can be muted. Level Adjustment: The levels of one or more tracks are raised or lowered over a defined time period. Duck: Audio is dropped to a defined level and later restored to its prior level (for example, when applying an audio voiceover or when performing a DVE effect involving two clips or a live source and a clip). This feature will be available in the 2.2 release. Audio Insert: Audio is added as an event (for example, a prerecorded voiceover). It may also include defined level adjustments or changing the video clip or live source’s levels for the duration of the audio insert.
All PCM audio tracks can be embedded in the SDI output as PCM audio. Dolby E and AC3 encoding on output audio streams will be available in the Versio™ 2.2 release. Dolby E and AC3 can be passed embedded without modification using only cut transitions.
Multiviewer Versio™ ships with a built‐in multiviewer, accessible from the first display port on the Versio™. The operator has a customizable view of all the baseband inputs and outputs and the two internal video server playback channels.
Figure 2: Versio™ multiviewer The layouts can be customized by the same Layout Designer software used with the HView line of multiviewers and ChannelView. All multiviewers connected by the same network can be managed from a single user interface should the customer choose to do so. Layouts can include selected PIPs, VU meters, background graphics, and clocks. A selected PIP can be made full‐ screen on demand. Also, multiple screen layouts are available and switched by a mouse click. © 2014 Imagine Communications Corp. Proprietary and Confidential
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Content Cache All Versio™ systems include basic content caching that meets the needs of many use cases. Additional workflows can be purchased to enable additional functionality. If greater flexibility is required, Motion can be added to enable a greater variety of workflows. Content Cache requires an external server to be provided or quoted for fully functionality. Running Content Cache directly on a Versio server is not supported. The included content cache workflows allow content to be copied to a Versio™ from external CIFS or FTP sources to either internal storage or to the shared storage. The automation content database is updated automatically with segment metadata after the copy completes. When content is no longer scheduled, or media storage capacity watermarks are hit, content will be purged from the Versio™ without modifying the original CIFS or FTP source.
Additional Workflows For customers using external hierarchical storage managers (HSM), the VESSTORG option can be purchased without upgrading to a full Motion system. This workflow enables copying content directly from the HSM or third‐party playout appliances to the Versio™, as well as archiving content after air from Versio™ to the HSM. Custom workflows can also be purchased that run in the included content cache system. A single workflow can be purchased with VESWF001, or bundles can be purchased at a reduced rate with VESWF003 or VESWF005. Examples of custom workflows include:
Copying content from secondary archive systems to primary storage before caching in Versio™. Restoring content from CIFS or FTP systems using extracted Ids from a translated schedule. Purge automation databases of records if content is deleted from Versio™ internal or shared storage. Purge content using externally generated purge lists.
Motion If a customer requires complex workflows that interact with third‐party systems or need workflows with many runtime rules, a complete Motion system may be required (NMSSTAND). Motion replaces the included content cache system and runs on an external server separate from Versio™. To interact with external HSMs, Motion requires the NMSOPTST option. Additional custom workflows can be added using the NMSWF001 or bundles with NMSWF003 and NMSWF005. Refer to the Motion MPR for additional information on this upgrade. Example workflows that require the Motion system include:
Interaction with third‐party media asset management systems. File transfer accelerators such as Aspera. Exporting EDLs or files to nonlinear editors.
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Magellan Log Server Versio™ uses the Magellan Log Server to simplify viewing application logs and fault finding. Logs are stored in a central repository to enable immediate inspection of video server, graphic branding, and automation device control systems logs. The Magellan log server can be implemented in two distinct configurations:
Local Mode Log files are captured, managed, and stored by each individual Versio™ when running in local mode. All log files for that machine are accessible through one common user interface, making it simple to view all generated log files. Logs can only be browsed on the individual server.
Network Mode In this mode, Versio™ sends log files to a central Magellan log server. The central log server aggregates all logs from the individual Versio™ units and displays them in a single user interface. The user can see the overall health of the system, either by watching the active log activity or by looking at the histogram to see find likely trouble spots and drilling down.
Interface The log server user interface runs in a web browser and is accessible to anyone with appropriate user rights to the log server host.
Histogram: Bar height shows the amount of activity. Color shows the level of importance.
Figure 3: Histogram view on the log server
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List View: Shows in a list form the selected region in the histogram. Color shows the relative level of importance.
Filtering is possible on the following fields:
Level of Importance: Entries that are less critical can be filtered from the view. Device: View logs only from the servers experiencing issues. Log Type: View logs of specific subsystems of the Versio™.
When technicians need assistance while investigating a problem, the relevant log files can be extracted from the log server into a compressed file that is easy to send to external parties. The log server uses the standard syslog protocol for centralized logging and is not limited to Versio™ or Imagine Communications products. Versio™ can be configured to send logs via syslog to other centralized logging systems such as corporate Splunk or logstash instances.
Versio™ Optional Applications The following sections explain the additional optional applications that can be purchased for Versio™ 2.1.
Baseband Video Ingest The majority of ingest for Versio™ is expected to occur via file transfer. Customers typically have already ingested, quality controlled, and segmented content for playout in a different system. In many cases, the content is coming from an archive system or a different server system. Some customer workflows require direct ingest on the Versio™, usually for quick turnaround of content or for use as a delay server. If a customer needs baseband ingest on Versio™ the VESIOING can be included to enable the ingest port. A license for Media Client is required to perform crash records. The ingest port repurposes a live input port, limiting the instance to a single live input.
Figure 4: Baseband I/O card showing input 2 for baseband video ingest The codecs supported for ingest are listed in the following table. Resolution
Codecs
HD Codecs
MPEG‐2 I‐frame up to 150Mb/s MPEG‐2 Long GOP up to 80 Mbps XDCAM HD 35Mb/s XDCAM HD422 50Mb/s XDCAM EX 35Mb/s
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Resolution
Codecs DVCPRO HD DNxHD (optional)*
SD Codecs
MPEG‐2 I‐frame and Long GOP up to 50 Mb/s DVCPRO25 DVCPRO50 XDCAM (IMX 30/40/50)
*
DNxHD support requires purchase of an optional codec license (VER‐OPTDNXHD). This license activates baseband record and playout support.
On Demand Ingest On demand ingest, controlling external VTRs or routers is supported under Imagine Communications automation control when purchasing VESBBING. This option includes the use of Media Client to connect to the target Versio™ machine and the device control licenses for a VTR and router. The following types of ingest are available.
Simple Ingest A basic on‐demand recording uses the ingest client to put Versio’s™ ingest port into record.
Figure 5: Versio™ and the Ingest client
Ingest with VTR If VTR ingest is used with internal automation, the Versio™ unit has control over the VTR via an RS422 port. The ingest client works with the internal device server to control the ingest channel and cue and roll the VTR.
Figure 6: Versio™ and VTR Ingest
Ingest with Router If ingest with router control is used under internal automation control, Versio™ controls the router via an RS422 port. The ingest client works with the internal device server to control the ingest channel and switch cross‐ points on the router.
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Figure 7: Versio™ and Ingest with a router
Ingest with Router and VTR If ingest with router and VTR control are used under internal automation control, Versio™ will control the router and VTR via an RS422 port. The ingest client works with the internal device server to control the ingest channel, switch cross‐points on the router, and cue and roll the VTR.
Figure 8: Versio™ and VTR Ingest with a router
Multiple Ingest Clients and Versio™ Units In the case of multiple Versio™ units with internal automation being controlled by one or more Ingest clients, an automation database is needed. This ensures metadata for all Versio™ units is tracked correctly and available to all ingest clients for making changes and adding new content.
Figure 9: Multiple Versio™ units and multiple Ingest clients
Closed Caption Import Closed caption import is handled as an FTP process. STL, SCC, and Mac Caption files are supported. Captioning standards supported are EIA 608 and EIA 708, and OP‐42 and OP‐47. The process takes the caption file, and using a special variation of the PUT FTP command (added site commands), inserts the caption data into the specified video clip and in the specified caption track. The advantage of this form of insertion is that the caption
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file is a part of the video clip, not an additional file that needs to be copied to an archive that could potentially become decoupled from the video and audio essence. Closed caption insertion is appropriate for clips before they go on air. This approach is not suitable for live captioning. In the case where live captioning is needed, Versio™ supports third‐party subtitle generators that can be controlled using Versio™ with internal automation (VESSUBTI) or using an external automation system.
Emergency Alert System Support Support for the Emergency Alert System (EAS) can be enabled with VEHGXEAS. The triggering of the EAS system occurs via GPI. Once the trigger is received, Versio™ takes audio from the EAS source device and serial data via RS232. These two elements are combined by the branding engine and overlaid with the highest level of priority over video and audio. The result is a graphic crawl with the supplied text data over RS232 and audio provided by the audio input. Audio is passed into Versio™ via a USB interface that is included with the option.
Figure 10: EAS option with included audio conversion device The customer can create the desired graphic layout to support EAS using IconStation Offline for Versio™.
IconStation IconStation Offline for Versio™ allows the user to create graphic layouts and preview them on a customer‐ provided PC equipped with a suitable nVidia graphics card. Creating layouts involves placing graphic elements, clocks, tickers, DVEs, and other elements, and defining the salvos that turn on and off the various parts of the layout. Graphic elements do not have to be created in IconStation Offline, and can be imported from other applications such as Adobe After Effects and Inscriber G‐3D. Once a graphic layout is complete, IconStation Offline can push the layout to one or more target Versio™ instances for play to air. This manual process is a simple way to get content to the correct Versio™ instance for playout. Connectus can be used if an automated approach is preferred.
G‐3D G‐3D is a powerful tool used for 3D graphics to create 3D scenes, adjust lighting, and add effects, such as reflecting the active video in the surface of 3D graphic objects. Once the 3D scene is complete, the results are imported into IconStation Offline for Versio™ and integrated into the layout.
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Adobe After Effects Adobe After Effects is a graphic creation toolset that is widely used in broadcast, editing, and post‐production. Imagine Communications provides a plugin for After Effects to creates a VIA file, a custom graphics file for Versio, of the completed After Effects project. VIA files can be imported into IconStation Offline for Versio™ and included as an element in a layout.
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Versio™ 2.1 System Architecture This section describes Versio™ 2.1 in more detail, including capability and system requirement information, as well as descriptions of Versio’s™ features.
Operating Modes Versio™ can run in one of four basic operating modes at a time, as illustrated by the following diagrams. It is important to note that because there are no hardware options for the Versio™ chassis, reconfiguring Versio™ to work with either it’s onboard storage or connected to a NEXIO SAN needs only configuration, not hardware upgrades or changes. Likewise, Versio™ comes with the device control license for Imagine Communications automation, so this license can be transferred from internal automation to external automation or vice versa.
Internal Automation and Internal Storage This mode is what many consider to be the standard approach for channel‐in‐a‐box systems. The idea is simple: all the elements of the channel that the vendor supports are integrated within a single machine. This approach is ideal when space and isolation of the channel from external systems is needed, for small channel deployments, and for situations where copying content “to the edge” is needed.
Figure 11: Workflow for internal automation and internal storage
Internal Automation and External Storage The automation system in this mode runs on the Versio™ unit, so its transmission list is independent of any other automation control system. This removes the possible risk that an automation system failure not specific to this channel could take it off air; however, clip storage is external. External storage may be used to support an N+1 redundancy strategy or because this Versio™ unit needs to share with other systems such as editing and news. External storage may also be used to simplify file interchange and to avoid complex file‐based workflows or copying the same content many times to different Versio™ units.
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Figure 12: Workflow for internal automation and external storage
External Automation and Internal Storage This mode uses external Imagine Communications automation, either because it is already in place at the site, or because the system controls more than Versio™‐related systems. Examples include large‐scale baseband ingest, archive integration, and/or workflows that involve operations such as file‐based QC, transcoding, and multiplatform content publishing. Onboard clip storage isolates the channel content from other systems. For example, a teleport has a customer who needs assurance that their content will not be accessible by other clients of the service provider.
Figure 13: Workflow for external automation and internal storage
External Automation and External Storage In this mode, only the video processing parts of the Versio™ system are internal to the unit. This approach favors situations with an existing Imagine Communications automation and/or NEXIO SAN. Adding Versio™ increases capacity and simplifies the channel rollout process without taking as much rack space, cabling, or configuration time.
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Figure 14: Workflow for external automation and external storage
External Computer Usage The use of external computers depends on the individual system’s needs and operations. This section details all the possible clients (operator workstations) and servers (background processing and workflow management) that may be used with Versio™. Note that most of these apply to Versio™ used with internal and external automation. In cases where a configuration is specific to internal automation, it is noted as such. It is also important to note that in some situations that client applications or server‐oriented services can be combined into a single chassis. It is entirely possible, for example, that VTR and scheduled record operations could be managed on the same client computer if the customer chooses. Likewise, it is possible to combine user interface services, Motion workflows, and the database of media onto one server or these applications may be hosted by multiple computers dependent on the customer’s need for redundancy and/or to improve system resiliency and performance.
Automation Client Computer The automation client computer monitors the playlist (ADC’s Air Client or Versio™ Playlist) or prepares media (Media Client or Capture). The user interface(s) it runs cannot run on the Versio™ hardware, so they are run on customer‐provided computers that are connected via network (customer‐ or Imagine Communications‐ provided) that allows it to connect to its target Versio™ unit. In the vast majority of cases, one user interface will service several channels. The number of channels generally depends on the expectations the customer has for its operators and the complexity of the channels being monitored (what is practical for an operator to work with). Generally, Imagine Communications recommends between six and eight transmission lists as a maximum practical number, though this number may vary based on customer needs.
Figure 15: Air Client and Versio™ system setup
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As with Air Client, the Versio™ Playlist user interface runs on a customer‐provided PC and is also connected via network (customer‐ or Imagine Communications‐provided) that allows it to connect to its target Versio™ unit.
Figure 16: Versio™ Playlist system setup The situation for Media Client is the same as for ADC Air Client and Versio™ Playlist. The software runs on a customer‐provided PC and is connected via a network (customer‐ or Imagine Communications‐provided) that allows it to connect to its target Versio™ unit.
Figure 17: Media Client and Versio™ system setup When using Capture for ingest, the software runs on a customer‐provided PC and is connected via a network (customer‐ or Imagine Communications‐provided) that allows it to connect to its target Versio™ unit.
Figure 18: Capture and Versio™ system setup Customers running Media Client and Air Client can combine both user interfaces on the same PC. Versio™ Playlist and Capture are modules of a common UI that allow users to access this functionality from an integrated application.
Automation Database Server When using internal automation, when one automation user interface is expected to monitor more than one Versio™ unit or if additional resiliency is required, it may be desirable to use an external automation database server.
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Note: This applies to internal automation only. For an automation user interface to work with multiple device servers, each on their own Versio™ unit, the automation database server provides a mechanism for it to see across the different control systems. In this situation, there are two choices: 1. Use one Versio™ unit as the database server for all Versio’s™ in a system. 2. Deploy a dedicated database server that is not tied to a Versio™ chassis. Approach number 1 is appropriate for small channel counts—up to four is the recommended maximum—where there is little or no risk of the Versio™ chassis hosting the database being offline for a significant period of time. Even if the database host does go offline (software update, etc.), the client’s monitoring playout will not be immediately affected. The database is needed to capture ingest activities, so it should be online when any form of ingest or metadata updating is performed by ingest and media preparation operations.
Figure 19: Approach 1 uses one Versio™ unit as the database server for entire system This architecture applies to both Media Client and Air Client. It is not really applicable to Versio™ Playlist and Capture, because the additional services they require should not be shared from a single Versio™. Approach number 2 is ideal for larger channel counts. The database can also be replicated for redundancy to maximize up time. Limitations on channel count are subject to normal ADC criteria.
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Figure 20: Approach 2 uses a database server not tied to Versio™ The Versio™ Playlist user interface works with a set of services that talk to the device server. While these services could be installed on a single Versio™ chassis in a multiple Versio™ system, this would represent an unacceptably high probability for interruption in communications between the client and Device Controller if the hosting Versio™ was shut down for any reason. Therefore it is best practice to host the services on an external computer; in some situations they can be co‐located on the database server. Air Client and Media Client work from the same shared automation database. They can interact with a number of Versio™ units, each running their own internal automation because the database provides a shared resource and centralized storage for asset metadata. Versio™ Playlist and Capture share the same automation database server. This server will also host the services needed by these applications to interact with the device servers on each of the Versio™ units running internal automation. The automation database server provides a centralized storage location for all asset metadata for connected Versio™ units.
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Figure 21: Versio™ Playlist and Capture sharing a database server Some customers may find themselves in a transitional stage as they migrate from one automation user interface to another. In this situation, the automation database again comes into play and allows both generations of automation user interface to run.
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Figure 22: Versio™ Playlist and Air Client sharing a database server In this example, Air Client and Versio™ Playlist are running. Media Client and/or Capture could also be active user interfaces in this transitional phase.
Content Cache Content Cache or Motion requires and external computer to run. The UI for either can be shared located on the Motion server or the Media Client or Playlist computer. Content Cache requires a SQL Server connection, which can be hosted directly on the Content Cache server using Microsoft SQL Express, or can be shared with the ADC SQL Server. The computer specifications for Motion or Content Cache are listed in Appendix B.
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Figure 23: Motion UI and I/O running on same server with up to six Versio™ units
IconStation Offline IconStation Offline requires and external computer to run. The computer specifications for Motion or Content Cache are listed in Appendix B.
Figure 24: IconStation Offline for Versio™ client with multiple Versio™ units
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Figure 25: Connectus server managing graphics distribution to 100+ Versio™ units A single Connectus server can manage the distribution of graphics to 100+ Versio™ units. It is typically managed by the graphics department and receives its contents that will be passed on to connected systems from IconStation Offline. Connectus can be set up to send new or updated content to groups of Versio™ units. Connectus will manage its own groups based on the criteria set by the system administrator.
Live Update Live Update is a BXF gateway that manages the messaging between the traffic and automation systems. It handles the conversion of BXF messages from the traffic system into automation playlist events, the insertion of the resulting events into the automation schedule, and the return of as‐run data back to the traffic system. Live Update has two components, a service that acts as the BXF gateway and a client that allows the user to configure the service and monitor the exchange of messages. Both components are contained in a single application that is typically hosted on the Air Client PC; this allows the user to respond to notifications that are generated by the Live Update application. A single Live Update application can support multiple Versio™ units, so when multiple Versio™ units comprise a single system, each with internal automation, it is advantageous to have Live Updated hosted on a dedicated workstation.
Servers that Support Multiple Applications for Versio™ The following table shows which applications can run on the same server when used with Versio™.
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Primary Function Motion
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Connectus
Motion
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Client Computers that Support Multiple Applications for Versio™ The following table shows which Versio™ client applications can run on the same client computer at the same time when used with Versio™. Primary Function Air Client
Media Client
Versio™ Playlist
Icon Station
Air Client
Media Client
Versio™ Playlist
Icon Station
Number of Supported Versio™ Units The following table shows the number of supported Versio™ units that can be hosted on the same server or client computer.
Number of Versio™ Units
Air Client
4 to 6
Media Client
2
Versio™ Playlist
4 to 6
Capture
2
IconStation Offline for Versio™
1 (at any one time)
Motion
6
List Redundancy
6 pairs (12 total)
Automation DB
6
Connectus
100
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Redundancy and Customer‐Provided Computers All the server‐type computers noted in this section support redundancy (main and backup operation). This redundancy is a function of either a database engine and/or the Windows Server operating system they run. The servers that support this type of redundancy are:
Automation Database Server Motion Server Connectus Server List Redundancy Server Live Update Automation Services
The customer can create the redundancy scheme based on Imagine Communications input, or Imagine Communications can configure for redundancy provided enough time is allotted for this purpose in the installation process and related statement of work.
Monitoring Versio™ Versio™ features a number of monitoring systems. The following diagram illustrates the various parts.
Keyboard, Video, and Mouse KVMs provide a quick, easy way to attach to a number of computers and control them as if you were attached to them directly via a VGA screen, keyboard, and mouse.
Traditional KVM A traditional KVM uses a special adapter dongle or set of cables connected to each computer to allow access to the desktop of the computer. This is a common method used in IT and broadcast.
IPMI IPMI is a simpler, more cost effective way of accessing the desktop of computers than traditional KVMs. IPMI requires computers with a dedicated IPMI connection. Versio™ has this connection. It looks like a third Ethernet connection on the back of the chassis. This Ethernet port cannot be used for any kind of file interchange or device control. It is solely there for KVM duties.
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device on the same network with a compliant IPMI client user interface. This user interface is lightweight and inexpensive, so it’s a great alternative to high‐priced, bespoke KVM systems. Customers who choose IPMI should consider using or setting up a separate network from the one used by Versio™ for all its other functions. In particular, avoid attaching Versio’s™ data networks (the other two network ports) and IPMI to the same LAN if they are used in the Media Host architecture. You may inadvertently connect Versio™ and the NEXIO SAN to a larger network that could interfere with SAN operations.
Audio Only Import Versio™ offers two approaches to handle audio import. The method depends on the result required.
Audio File Ingest to NEXIO Storage Ingesting audio into the NEXIO storage system is ideal for situations when you want to permanently add audio to a clip that already exists. This ingest approach merges the audio with the clip. The two parts do not exist as separate files, making it much easier to export as a single file to other Versio™ systems or to other video servers, archives, or near line storage systems. Executing an FTP command puts the audio file onto NEXIO. It specifies the video clip to attach to, along with the audio tracks to write the audio into.
Audio File Import to Graphics Storage If the need is to import audio for use as a voiceover that will be managed by the branding engine, the audio can be imported to Versio™ via IconStation Offline for Versio™. A secondary event in the automation’s transmission list will trigger the voiceover, or it can be integrated as part of a graphic layout and triggered as part a salvo from automation.
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Company Confidential Information Availability This section lists the availability dates for Versio™ 2.1. Date on Order Entry System:
Currently available
Date Available for Delivery
Demo/Evaluation Units
Currently available
1st Production Run
First week of September 2014
nd
2 Production Run
To be determined
Standard four‐week lead time applies for shipment to customers.
Pricing Versio™ will use a neutral pricing strategy:
Price levels will be set approximately equal to market leader, iTX, but slightly above Snell and Evertz. Imagine, Snell, and Evertz have similar market share. Imagine believes our major competitors have a similar or slightly higher cost structure for this product. Although iTX currently has a significant lead in terms of sales and installed base, Versio™ does offer advantages, such as: Platform stability. Software‐based cloud migration strategy, which utilizes either existing or COTS hardware. The product will be sold both directly and through channel partners. The risks/issues are that: Imagine is a distant second or third in market share compared to iTX. While Imagine does have some technical advantages, in many cases Imagine needs to displace current iTX products. Selling the cloud capability, as it is a future enhancement, may not be perceived as a current benefit.
Notes: Database: MSSQL or SQL2008 are required. Hardware and software are to be supplied by the client. Options on backup channels are NOT discounted 50%. They receive the same discount (if any) as the primary channel and its options. Normal Reseller Discounts Apply
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Margin
Discount %
$
Price
Margin
Cost
$44,500.00
81.46%
40.00%
$17,800.00
$26,700.00
69.10%
$8,250.00
$50,500.00
83.66%
40.00%
$20,200.00
$30,300.00
72.77%
$8,250.00
che, 16 embedded audio nd 4x 240 GB SSD OS/GFX drives,
$48,500.00
81.03%
40.00%
$19,400.00
$29,100.00
68.38%
$9,200.00
inputs, content cache, 16 , 8x 1 TB media and 4x 240 GB
$60,000.00
84.67%
40.00%
$24,000.00
$36,000.00
74.44%
$9,200.00
$66,000.00
86.06%
40.00%
$26,400.00
$39,600.00
76.77%
$9,200.00
$74,000.00
87.57%
40.00%
$29,600.00
$44,400.00
79.28%
$9,200.00
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$22,250.00
62.92%
40.00%
$8,900.00
$13,350.00
38.20%
$8,250.00
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$25,250.00
67.33%
40.00%
$10,100.00
$15,150.00
45.54%
$8,250.00
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$24,250.00
62.06%
40.00%
$9,700.00
$14,550.00
36.77%
$9,200.00
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$30,000.00
69.33%
40.00%
$12,000.00
$18,000.00
48.89%
$9,200.00
nputs, 16 embedded audio nd 4x 240 GB SSD OS/GFX drives,
$33,000.00
72.12%
40.00%
$13,200.00
$19,800.00
53.54%
$9,200.00
$37,000.00
75.14%
40.00%
$14,800.00
$22,200.00
58.56%
$9,200.00
$6,000.00
100.00%
40.00%
$2,400.00
$3,600.00
100.00%
$13,200.00
100.00%
40.00%
$5,280.00
$7,920.00
100.00%
$0.00
$7,200.00
100.00%
40.00%
$2,880.00
$4,320.00
100.00%
$0.00
$8,500.00 $8,500.00 $5,000.00
90.00% 90.00% 90.00%
40.00% 40.00% 40.00%
$3,400.00 $3,400.00 $2,000.00
$5,100.00 $5,100.00 $3,000.00
83.33% 83.33% 83.33%
$850.00 $850.00 $500.00
che, 16 embedded audio nd 6x 120 GB SSD OS/GFX drives,
16 embedded audio channels. 2 B SSD OS/GFX drives, GPU.
16 embedded audio channels. 2 B SSD OS/GFX drives, GPU.
$0.13
$0.00
units at a site using the specific
ovided PC. Price is per Versio unit. SCTROU.
ts
channel and its options. can control the Versio via Versio channel, both pre‐
$7,750.00
100.00%
40.00%
$3,100.00
$4,650.00
100.00%
$4,450.00
100.00%
40.00%
$1,780.00
$2,670.00
100.00%
$4,450.00
100.00%
40.00%
$1,780.00
$2,670.00
100.00%
$4,450.00
100.00%
40.00%
$1,780.00
$2,670.00
100.00%
$4,500.00
90.00%
40.00%
$1,800.00
$2,700.00
83.33%
$8,750.00
100.00%
40.00%
$3,500.00
$5,250.00
100.00%
$3,500.00
90.00%
40.00%
$1,400.00
$2,100.00
83.33%
$350.00
$250.00
90.00%
40.00%
$100.00
$150.00
83.33%
$25.00
$5,000.00
90.00%
40.00%
$2,000.00
$3,000.00
83.33%
$500.00
$7,500.00
90.00%
40.00%
$3,000.00
$4,500.00
83.33%
$750.00
$750.00
90.00%
40.00%
$300.00
$450.00
83.33%
$75.00
$15,000.00
90.00%
40.00%
$6,000.00
$9,000.00
83.33%
$7,500.00
100.00%
40.00%
$3,000.00
$4,500.00
100.00%
$15,000.00
100.00%
40.00%
$6,000.00
$9,000.00
100.00%
$25,000.00
100.00%
40.00%
$10,000.00
$15,000.00
100.00%
$450.00
$1,500.00
Markets/Applications Versio™ is targeted specifically as the channel‐in‐a‐box/station‐in‐a‐box product segment. It is a baseband playout device able to replace the standard video server plus a branding engine plus automation in many cases. The product fits in the playout market where compact, simple to manage and deploy, cost‐effective play to air is needed. Applications are described in the application notes for Versio™ and in the customer facing presentation. The key examples are:
Standalone channel launch Multi‐channel launch Multi‐channel expansion Disaster recovery
While Versio™ has master control functions, this is not considered a primary role for the product. Its capabilities may suit many needs. This is an aspect that will be expanded over time, broadening the products appeal in this area of the air chain.
Competitive Position A matrix for core competitors to Versio™ can be found on the Versio™ Knowledgebase landing page at the following URLs: http://connect.imaginecommunications.com/marketing/sales‐tools http://connect.imaginecommunications.com/marketing/sales‐tools/competitive‐playbooks/media‐software‐ and‐playout.aspx http://connect.imaginecommunications.com/marketing/sales‐tools/sales‐training/sales‐training‐videos.aspx Please check back periodically for updates to competitive information. Versio™ is not intended to complete with vendors such as PlayBox, Vectorbox, Oasys and other low‐cost providers. It is intended as a premium product. Competitive information is provided for information only. Frequent updates are expected to account for new information, changing capabilities, and to correct errors and omissions. Competitor
Current Competitive Market Product Position
Grass Valley
iTX
Market leader; largest installed base
Snell
Morpheus
Tied for second None
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Evertz
Current Competitive Market Product Position Ice OvertureRT LIVE
Likely Reaction to Product/ Pricing
Imagine’s Value Proposition vs. Key Competitors existing product.
Tied for second None
Competitive information is provided for information only, not responsible for errors or omissions.
Specifications The Versio™ Datasheet containing technical specifications is available on the Imagine Communications external website at the following URL: http://imaginecommunications.com/products/media‐software/integrated‐playout/integrated‐ playout/Versio™.aspx
Products Replaced by This Product Versio™ 2.1 replaces Versio™ 2.0.
Technical Literature Technical information can be found on the Customer Support portal at the following URL, or by logging onto the customer support portal and navigating through the documentation section to Integrated Channel Playout: https://connect.harrisbroadcast.com/bcd/techpubs/default.aspx
Product Introduction Versio™ 2.1 was first introduced to the public at NAB 2014.
Frequently Asked Questions Common questions along with answers that are likely to be asked by customers, or have been raised by Imagine Communications personnel can be found on the Versio™ Knowledgebase landing page: https://connect.harrisbroadcast.com/bcd/programs/knowledgesite/Pages/Versio™.aspx
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Marketing and Customer Support Documentation Currently available marketing documents can be found at the following URL: http://imaginecommunications.com/getattachment/products/media‐software/integrated‐ layout/Versio™_Single_Channel_SB.pdf.aspx http://imaginecommunications.com/getattachment/products/media‐software/integrated‐ playout/Versio™_MultichannelExpansion_SB.pdf.aspx http://imaginecommunications.com/getattachment/products/media‐software/integrated‐ playout/Versio™_Disaster_Recovery_SB.pdf.aspx
Imagine Communications Sales Affected by Versio™ 2.1 Model
Likely effect
Extent of effect
NEXIO AMP
Decrease
Slight
NEXIO Volt
Decrease
Slight
NEXIO Farad
Increase
Slight
ADC
Increase
Slight to moderate
D‐Series
Increase
Slight
Invenio
Increase
Moderate
Important Contacts Division
Contact name
Phone number
Marketing (SEG)
Andrew Warman
+1 818 717 6800
Engineering (SEG)
Bob Nieboer
+1 519 772 7229
Marketing (Auto/DAM)
Jason Salyards
+1 303 476 4702
Engineering (Auto/DAM)
Chris Simons
+1 303 476 4633
Service
Dawn Vance
+1 888‐LEITCH6 (+1 888‐534‐8246)
Operations
Richard Narain
+1 818 717 6837
Marketing (EA/MESA)
Mat Shell
+44 118 9648133
GSA
Steve Samwell
+44 118 964 8045
Sales US
Rich Zabel
+1 888 553 4824
Sales Canada
Don Bezenar
+1 403 226 6210
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Contact name
Phone number
Sales Latin America
Nahuel Villegas
+1 786 437 1950
Sales EMEA
Mathias Eckert
+49 89 149 049 101
Sales Pac Rim
Dario Choi
+852 2174 2500
Attachments The following appendices are appended to this document:
Appendix A covers supported codecs and wrapper types available to NEXIO for video file ingest. Appendix B lists computer specifications.
Training Plan The following training programs have been completed and training material was distributed during each class:
Sales training Pre‐sales training Customer service training
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Appendix A—Codecs and Wrapper Types This appendix covers the different aspects of file ingest support as they relate to Versio™. IMPORTANT: Versio™ does not support AVC‐Intra or 3 Gb/s.
CURRENT SUPPORT
B
BETA SUPPORT
PA
PARTIAL SUPPORT
P
PLANNED SUPPORT
U
UNSUPPORTED
NA
NOT APPLICABLE
Notes: 1. Planned support for encode; import, playback, export support only 2. Audio bit rate and number of channels may be limited by target device 3. 20‐bit audio padded to 24‐bit on export 4. Current Support: MAC, Final Cut Pro, CIFS for Windows planned 5. DV support only 6. (n/a) 7. Specifically limited to formats/rates supported by Final Cut Pro 8. PCM audio and uncompressed VBI supported via 0xbf stream ID 9. File extensions supported: MPG, MPEG, TS, MTS, M2TS, M2V, EVO, VOB 10. Import only 11. NEXIO P2 Server application required for OP‐Atom import/export 12. NTSC 608/708 caption data import/export supported in QuickTime Text Track format. PAL Teletext presently under development.
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MPG Compatibility MPG Support information for Versio™ file ingest from third‐party server systems.
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GXF Support GXF Support information for Versio™ file ingest. CURRENT / FULL SUPPORT PLANNED / PARTIAL SUPPORT UNSUPPORTED
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Appendix B—Computer Specifications This appendix covers the specifications for the different client and server computers that are used with Versio™.
Automation Client Workstations The following specs are for all automation client workstations as follows:
Air Client Media Client Versio™ Playlist Capture Live Update
IMPORTANT: An RS‐232 serial port using a 9‐pin connector is required for any client computer that will be used with an automation hardware control panel. In general, HP workstations are recommended. At the time of writing, HP 8200 Elite and Compaq 6200 Pro Business computers were the recommended workstations. These units have the following specifications:
HP 8200 Elite Business PC
Intel 2nd Generation Core™ i3, i5, i7 Processors (select processors include Intel vPro™ Technology7) Up to 1TB hard disk drive; up to 160GB solid state drive, DDR3 SDRAM; (4) DIMM slots enabling up to 16GB Integrated Intel® HD Graphics 2000/3000; HP DisplayPort HP USB 2‐button Optical scroll Mouse, HP USB Standard Keyboard, HP Serial Port Adapter DVD‐ROM drive, SuperMulti Writer Drive11, HP Blu‐ray Writer Drive12, HP 22‐in‐1 Media Card Reader HP 802.11 b/g/n Wireless NIC: Integrated Intel 82579M GbE Network Connection supporting vPro remote management technologies.
Compaq 6200 Pro Business PC
Intel 2nd Generation Core™ i3, i5, i7 Processors Up to 1TB hard disk drive; up to 160GB solid state drive, DDR3 SDRAM; (4) DIMM slots enabling up to 16GB Integrated Intel® HD Graphics 2000/3000; HP DisplayPort HP USB 2‐button Optical scroll Mouse, HP USB Standard Keyboard, HP Serial Port Adapter
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DVD‐ROM drive, SuperMulti Writer Drive11, HP Blu‐ray Writer Drive12, HP 22‐in‐1 Media Card Reader HP 802.11 b/g/n Wireless NIC: Integrated Intel 82579M GbE Network Connection supporting vPro remote management technologies.
IconStation Offline for Versio™ The IconStation Offline for Versio™ should meet or exceed the following specifications:
Intel or AMD Quad Core 2.4 GHz CPU 12GB ECC RAM ‐ triple or quad channel DDR1333 Boot drive = 1 x 120 GB SSD SATA drive [OPTIONAL]* Media disk subsystem = 3 x 120 GB SSD SATA in RAID‐0 configuration Gigabit Ethernet port NVidia Quadro 600 GPU (ATI GPUs are not supported) Windows 7 64‐bit operating system
Note: The Media Disk Subsystem is used in cases where the user wants to preview graphics in real time. If the workstation is not needed to preview content, this disk storage system is not needed.
Automation Database Server The Automation Database Server should meet or exceed the following specifications:
1RU SuperServer: Dual Xeon Processor, Redundant 650W PS 2x 1‐Gigabit Ethernet Module Intel Quad Core Xeon (E5504) 2.0Ghz 1066Mhz FSB 1GB 1333Mhz non ECC 250GB SATA 3.0GB/s 1U IO Riser Card for X8DTU (PCIe/PCIx Riser Rev. 2.0) Operating system: Microsoft® Windows® Server 2008
Versio™ Playlist UI Services The Versio™ Playlist UI Services can be co‐located with the automation database server. The Versio™ Playlist UI Services server should meet or exceed the following specifications:
1RU SuperServer:‐ Dual Xeon Processor, Redundant 650W PS 2x 1‐Gigabit Ethernet Module Intel Quad Core Xeon (E5504) 2.0Ghz 1066Mhz FSB 1GB 1333Mhz non ECC 250GB SATA 3.0GB/s 1U IO Riser Card for X8DTU (PCIe/PCIx Riser Rev. 2.0)
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Operating system: Microsoft® Windows® Server 2008
Motion for Versio™ The Motion for Versio™ server should meet or exceed the following specifications:
1RU SuperServer: Dual Xeon Processor, Redundant 650W PS 2x 1‐Gigabit Ethernet Module Intel Quad Core Xeon (E5504) 2.0Ghz 1066Mhz FSB 1GB 1333Mhz non ECC 250GB SATA 3.0GB/s 1U IO Riser Card for X8DTU (PCIe/PCIx Riser Rev. 2.0) Operating system: Microsoft® Windows® Server 2008
Connectus Connectus servers can run on servers meeting or exceeding the following minimum specifications. Dell servers have been tested and validated as follows:
Dell Power Edge 710 Server
Dual Processor, E5640, 2.66/5.86, 12M, Xeon Westmere CPU 6 x DIMM 2G, DDR1333, 1RX8, 8, 240, UBE RAM 8 x Hard Drives, 250G, 7.2K, 2.5, SEAGATE SATA PERC 6/i with 256MB battery‐backed cache RAID Controller Intel® Gigabit ET Dual Port Server Adapter Dual Redundant with two 870W power modules Windows Server 2012
Dell Power Edge 720 Server
Dual Processor, E5 2630, Xeon CPUs 8 x DIMM 2G, 1333, 1RX8, 8, 240, UBE RAM 8 x Hard Drives, 250G, 7.2K, 2.5, SEAGATE SATA PERC H710 with BBU RAID Controller Broadcom® 5720 Quad Port 1GbE BASE‐T Dual Redundant with two 750W power modules Windows Server 2012
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Magellan Log Server Connectus servers can run on servers meeting or exceeding the following minimum specifications. Dell servers have been tested and validated as follows:
Dell Power Edge 710 Server
Dual Processor, E5640, 2.66/5.86, 12M, Xeon Westmere CPU 6 x DIMM 2G, DDR1333, 1RX8, 8, 240, UBE RAM 8 x Hard Drives, 250G, 7.2K, 2.5, SEAGATE SATA PERC 6/i with 256MB battery‐backed cache RAID Controller Intel® Gigabit ET Dual Port Server Adapter Dual Redundant with two 870W power modules Windows Server 2012
Dell Power Edge 720 Server
Dual Processor, E5 2630, Xeon CPUs 8 x DIMM 2G, 1333, 1RX8, 8, 240, UBE RAM 8 x Hard Drives, 250G, 7.2K, 2.5, SEAGATE SATA PERC H710 with BBU RAID Controller Broadcom® 5720 Quad Port 1GbE BASE‐T Dual Redundant with two 750W power modules Windows Server 2012
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