XD-200 Video Board

Install and Configure the XD-200 Video Board

This note describes how to install and set up an XD-200 video board for use with Inscriber Graphics products. After installing the new XD-200 board, you might need to update its FPGA firmware in order to run the latest version of the software on your system. Once you have updated the firmware, you then need to configure your XD-200 board before running your Inscriber software program. This note also describes how to update the FPGA firmware for new software installation or a service pack upgrade. See Update the XD-200 FPGA Firmware on page 2.

Install the XD-200 Board

Use these instructions to remove and reinstall an XD-200 board.

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Turn off the system. Unplug all power cords to the system. Remove the chassis cover. Disconnect the BNC connectors, and remove the old XD-200 board from the PCI slot. If applicable, disconnect the audio paddleboard first. Remove the RAM from the old XD-200 board and install it in the new replacement board. Install the replacement XD-200 board in the PCI slot. If applicable, reconnect the audio paddleboard. Reconnect the BNC connectors on the XD-200 back panel. Replace the chassis cover. and reconnect the power cords.
Two 40-pin header connectors for audio paddle boards

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Analog Audio Preview output SDI In - Program SDI Out - Program SDI In - Key SDI Out - Key Reference Signal Analog for SD Tri-Level for HD RAM

Figure 1-1. XD-200 Board

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View the XD-200 Board Settings

After installing a new XD-200 video board, you can view the board settings in the XD-200 Control Panel. To access the Control Panel, select Start > Programs > Harris > [product name] > Configuration Utilities > Phoenix Control Panel. The XD-200 cards for your system are listed in the Detected Video Cards list. Click the Help button to view information on the available settings.

Figure 1-2. XD-200 Cards Listed in Detected Video Cards List

Update the XD-200 FPGA Firmware

Inscriber products for the XD-200 are built to require a specific firmware version on the XD-200s FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array) chip. You will not be able to run your software with the wrong firmware version.
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If you are completing a full version upgrade, you need to first uninstall the current Inscriber software program from your system, and then install the latest version. If you are completing a service pack upgrade, run the upgrade application with your current Inscriber software program installed on your system. Once the full version software install or service pack upgrade is complete, restart your system. Channel ONE systems do not require system restart after installation. The firmware update utility automatically launches.
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If the firmware update does not launch automatically, you can open it from the program folder (example: C:\Program Files\Harris\[product name]\XD-200).

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The utility checks your current firmware status to see whether your FPGA firmware needs to be updated and if DDR memory is present. (DDR memory only applies to G-Series systems) If you have a G-Series system (G1, G3, G-Store, or TitleOne), proceed with Step 4. If you have an IconStation or Channel ONE system, skip to Step 5.
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For G-Series, check if DDR memory is present on the board. If the DDR Memory Present shows No, select the Force NON-DDR Version checkbox. If the DDR Memory is Present shows Yes you can clear the Force NON-DDR Version checkbox. This runs the DDR memory version. If the DDR Memory is Present shows Yes you can also select the Force NON-DDR Version checkbox. This forces NON-DDR memory version to run.

Shows firmware needs updating.

DDR Memory Present shows "Yes". Since DDR Memory Present shows "Yes" the checkbox is not selected. You could also select the checkbox to force the NON-DDR version to run. Note: If DDR Memory Present shows "No" you must select this checkbox.

Figure 1-3. Firmware Update 5

If an update is required, click the Update button. Caution! Do not interrupt the firmware updating process. Your XD-200 board will no longer work if the update process is interrupted.

When the utility finishes, shut off your computer. Leave your computer off for one minute to clear the memory of the XD-200 board and to ensure that the new firmware version loads properly.

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Verify the XD-200 Firmware Update

Use the Phoenix Control Panel to verify that the XD-200 firmware was updated correctly.
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Restart your computer and open the XD-200 Control Panel (Start > Programs > Harris > [product name] > Configuration Utilities > Phoenix Control Panel). Select the XD-200 from the Detected Video Cards list. Information about the selected board displays in the Video Card Details section. Click the Test Pattern button and select one of test pattern options. Click View. The selected test pattern is sent to your output device so you can verify the update was successful.

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Figure 1-4. Test Pattern Options

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Verify Firmware Version Number

To verify the FPGA firmware version number:

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Open the XD-200 Control Panel (Start > Programs > Harris > [product name] > Configuration Utilities > Phoenix Control Panel). Look in the Video Card Details section below the Detected Video Cards for the FPGA version number. For G-Series, the version number should read 7405. If you have DDL memory, the version number should read 8407. For IconStation and Channel ONE, the version number should read 7405.

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Figure 1-5. FPGA Version 3

If the version number is correct, you are ready to use your XD-200 board with your software. If the version number is not correct, please contact Inscriber Graphics Systems technical support at graphics.support@harris.com for assistance.

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Technical Support
If you require technical support, contact your dealer first. Since your dealer helped you configure your system, your dealer is also the best resource for your system configuration issues. If your dealer is unable to resolve your technical support problems consult the BCD Customer Support Portal at https://support.broadcast.harris.com. The portal provides 24-hour access to technical support for any Harris hardware or software product, allowing you to: Enter service requests and track the progress of those requests online. Access technical information from a vast Knowledge Base. Locate technical solutions and information quickly via the Advanced Search Engine. Request a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) and view status online. Download the latest software updates. Stay current on all the latest service and safety bulletins.

If you cannot find the information you need at the support portal, contact Harris technical support:
Americas (US, Canada, Central America and Latin America) Phone: 1-888-534-8246 (24/7 Technical Support) Email: graphics.support@harris.com

Europe, Middle East and Africa Phone: +44 (0) 118 964 8100 (24/7 English Technical Support) +33 1 3038 3860 (24/7 French Technical Support) Graphics Email: Service.Europe@harris.com RMA Email: RMArequest.Europe@harris.com

Asia, Pacific Rim Phone: +852-2776-0628 After-Hour Hotline: 1-888-534-8246 Email: service.asia@harris.com

Web For the most current technical support information, visit http://www.broadcast.harris.com/support/.

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