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User Guide for Cisco Digital Media
Encoder 2200
October 9, 2008
Americas Headquarters
Cisco Systems, Inc.
170 West Tasman Drive
San Jose, CA 95134-1706
USA
http://www.cisco.com
Tel: 408 526-4000
800 553-NETS (6387)
Fax: 408 527-0883
Text Part Number: OL-17938-01
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THE SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION REGARDING THE PRODUCTS IN THIS MANUAL ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. ALL STATEMENTS, INFORMATION, AND RECOMMENDATIONS IN THIS MANUAL ARE BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE BUT ARE PRESENTED WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. USERS MUST TAKE FULL RESPONSIBILITY FOR THEIR APPLICATION OF ANY PRODUCTS. THE SOFTWARE LICENSE AND LIMITED WARRANTY FOR THE ACCOMPANYING PRODUCT ARE SET FORTH IN THE INFORMATION PACKET THAT SHIPPED WITH THE PRODUCT AND ARE
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CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 1-1 Foreword 1-1 Safety Instructions 1-2 Warnings 1-2 Warranty 1-3 Package Contents 1-3 Installation 1-3 Connecting the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 1-4 Connecting to an Electrical Power Source 1-4 Rear Panel Diagram 1-4 Front Panel Diagram 1-6 Configuring the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 1-7 Completing First Start Setup 1-8 Configuring the Cisco Digital Media Encoder
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Contents Other Required Password Maintenance (Only When Autologon Is Configured) 2-13 Tasks to Complete After Changing DME Login Passwords 2-14 Disabling Unneeded Services 2-14 After a Live Event Is Finished, Remove Its Encoded Video Files from the DME File Share 2-15 Advanced Operation: Using the Niagara SCX Web Interface 2-15 Accessing the Web Interface 2-15 Starting an Encoding Session 2-17 Stopping an Encoding Session 2-18 Viewing the Activity Log 2-19 C
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Contents Network Properties 2-48 Network Card(s) 2-49 Advanced Settings (Network) 2-49 System Configuration Settings 2-50 Restore Factory Defaults 2-51 Email Settings 2-52 Idle Screen Information 2-53 Default Directory Setting 2-53 High Temperature Alert 2-54 CHAPTER 3 Using the Ease Menu and Niagara SCX Web Interface 3-1 EASE Menu (LCD Display) 3-1 Encode Menu 3-2 Encode Start 3-2 Encode Stop 3-3 Encode Status 3-3 Access Health Menu
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Contents Status 3-19 Log Out 3-19 All Encoders 3-19 Start Encoder 3-20 Stop Encoder 3-21 Edit Encoder 3-22 AVI Encoder Settings 3-27 Flash Encoder Settings 3-27 MPEG-4 Encoder Settings 3-28 Real Encoder Settings (Helix) 3-34 Windows Media Encoder Settings 3-37 Digital Rights Management (DRM) for Windows Media 3-39 Delete an Existing Encoder 3-44 Create an Encoder 3-44 Encoder Preset (A, B, & C) 3-45 Select Encoder 3-46 View All En
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CH A P T E R 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Revised: October 9, 2008, OL-17938-01 This chapter includes the following sections: • Foreword, page 1-1 � Safety Instructions, page 1-2 � Package Contents, page 1-3 � Installation, page 1-3 � Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request, page 1-12 Foreword Congratulations on the purchase of your Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200! You are the fortunate owner of a state-of-the-art streaming media system. Now you can
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Chapter 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Safety Instructions Warning Only trained and qualified personnel should be allowed to install, replace, or service this equipment. Safety Instructions This section includes the following topics: � Warnings, page 1-2 � Warranty, page 1-3 Warnings Before installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200, read and comply with the following safety warnings to ensure that you do not damage the equipment or cause personal injury. War
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Chapter 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Package Contents Warranty For complete warranty details, refer to the specific warranty included with each product. Package Contents Completely unpack all of the contents from the box, inspect each item for damage, and ensure that you have all of the following components: � Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 � Power Cable � BNC-to-RCA Converter, Male-to-Female (8) � 75 OHM BNC Terminator � 1 Pair Rack Slide Rails � 2 Rack H
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Chapter 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Installation Connecting the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Although it has many features and capabilities, the encoder at its most basic function takes analog audio and video input and processes the signals and then encodes them into digital IP video formats. Then, the encoder delivers the IP audio and video content to a storage device or streams it over an IP network. There are four requirements for setting up the encoder fo
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Chapter 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Installation Figure 1-1 shows the rear panel of the encoder. Using the reference chart and images in Table 1-1, you can connect the appropriate device and power to the encoder. Table 1-1 Rear Panel Reference — Port Description 1 AC Power Input Provides system power. 2 Video Test Ports BNC connector for composite video IN/OUT. Allows you to connect a video test signal, such as a color bar generator, to calibrate the video setti
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Chapter 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Installation Front Panel Diagram You should familiarize yourself with the front panel controls for the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200. Besides the basic buttons for power, start/stop, up/down and menu access, there are also several indicator lights. Figure 1-2 and Table 1-2 illustrate all buttons and lights, so you can review the front panel functions and interface. Figure 1-2 Front Panel Diagram Table 1-2 Front Panel Button
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Chapter 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Installation Table 1-2 Front Panel Buttons and Lights Stream Pressing this button when an encoder profile is highlighted in the LCD display will start the encoder. Stop Pressing this button when an encoder profile is highlighted in the LCD display will stop the encoder. Alarm This light indicates that an application alert has occurred. Remote Control This light indicates that another user is accessing the encoder across the net
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Chapter 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Installation Completing First Start Setup The first time the encoder is powered, the LCD display will present a series of menus that will assist in setting up the system clock, date, and video input format (NTSC [North America/Japan] or PAL). 1. To start the encoder, press the button located on the front panel. 2. During the power up process, the encoder LCD readout displays the following message: 3. After the encoder
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Chapter 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Installation 12. Once you are satisfied with your settings, you then press the button to accept the settings and move to the next screen to set the system clock. 13. The encoder uses Military Time, which is a 24-hour clock format, for its system clock entries. 14. Use the , , , and buttons to set the hour and minute of the system clock. 15. The last setting is the selection of the video input
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Chapter 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Installation Changing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Network Settings 1. Press the Menu button to access the encoder’s EASE menu. 2. The EASE Menu options are the following: 3. Use the and buttons to move the select arrow in the menu until the arrow points to Setup System option. 4. Now, press the button. 5. The encoder LCD readout will display the Setup menu. Using the and buttons, sele
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Chapter 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Installation 9. The following buttons and their respective actions represent your choices: � Press the button to select and continue. � Press the Menu button to cancel and exit. 10. The next menu offers you the choice to enable DHCP for the network interface. 11. Using the and buttons, you can toggle the selection from the No to the Yes option. After you make your selection, press the button to inpu
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Chapter 1 Installing the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Installation 17. If you wish to remove a static IP address and/or Gateway previously set on the encoder, simply enable DHCP by using the method described in Step 10. Any previously entered static address will be removed. Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request For information on obtaining documentation, submitting a service request, and gathering additional information, see the monthly What’s New in Cisco Prod
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CH A P T E R 2 Getting to Know the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Revised: November 9, 2009, OL-17938-01 This chapter includes the following sections: � Introduction, page 2-1 � Basic Operation: Using the Front Panel, page 2-4 � DME Security Best Practices, page 2-10 � Advanced Operation: Using the Niagara SCX Web Interface, page 2-15 � Encoder Preset (A, B, and C), page 2-21 � Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Alerts, page 2-47 � Network Properties, page 2-48 � System Configuration
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Chapter 2 Getting to Know the Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200 Introduction Streaming Infrastructure Before setting up your new Cisco Digital Media Encoder 2200, it is useful to understand the complete overview of live streaming video—from video capture to streaming video playback. There are many applications for capturing video into the computer environment that can range from DVD authoring to live webcasting. Regardless of the final use of the video, all can be categorized into thr
