Part 1. disguise vx 2 Server
1.01 Control Hardware
A. General● The product should be a purpose-built server system designed for control of video,lighting and other related systems in an architectural or entertainment application. A
personal computer running emulation software shall not be acceptable.
● The server shall store show data in non-volatile solid-state memory.
● The operating software of the server shall be stored in a dedicated non-removable, nonvolatile solid-state memory. It shall be possible to update the Operating Software bydownload from a remote personal computer over an Ethernet or USB connection.
● The server shall have an internal real-time clock that continues to operate when external
power is absent. It shall be capable of adjusting for Daylight Saving Time automaticallyand can be updated over the Internet using the Network Time Protocol (NTP).
● The server shall be capable of outputting 1000 universes of 512 channels ofDMX-512 via Ethernet DMX protocols.
● The server shall output control data as Philips KiNet, sACN and Art-Net protocols.
● There shall be visual indicators on the server showing status of the controller.
● The server shall be accessible over IP on its Ethernet interface. This shall allow
status information, control and con guration options to be accessed remotely.
● The server shall support incoming LTC Timecode signal● The server shall contain an RME Audio card, supporting 8 channels of audio input andoutput via ADAT.
● The server shall feature a light on the rear panel with a dedicated hardware switch toilluminate connectivity.
● The rear panel light shall be operable when the system is shut down.
● The rear panel light shall be dimmable into four di erent states.
● The server shall support connection to a network to connect multiple systems
together from its one control interface software.
● The server shall support multiple streams of timecode and audio data within a single
networked system.
● The server shall have a front loaded power button for resetting the unit without
removal of power.
● The server shall have a single drive cage that can hold one NVMe drive for media
playback.
B. Mechanical● The server shall be a black metal enclosure, 4U 19” rack mount.
● The server shall be 445mm x 178mm x 593mm (17.52” x 7.00” x 23.45”).

fffi● The server shall weigh 16.5kg (36.3lbs).

● The server shall feature NVMe storage with no moving parts.
● The server shall operate in a temperature range of 5 - 35°C (40 - 95°F).
● The server shall operate in a humidity range of 5 - 95% non condensing.
● The server shall operate at an altitude range of 0 - 2700m (0 - 8850 ft).
● The server shall feature user-replaceable lters for the cooling fans, accessible with astandard toolkit.
C. Electrical● The server shall have the following Inputs and Outputs.
○ 1 x PowerCon True1 Input○ 2 x Video Format Conversion (VFC) Bays for selectable output con guration○ 8 x HD-BNC (12G/3G-SDI Video Input)○ 2 x Balanced 3-pin XLR Output○ 2 x Balanced 3-pin XLR Input○ 1 x 6.3mm (1⁄4”) Headphone Jack○ 2 x ADAT/SPDIF via TOSLINK○ 2 x MIDI - In & Out via 5-pin DIN○ 2 x 1Gb Ethernet with EtherCON connector○ 2 x 10Gb Ethernet with EtherCON connector○ 2 x 25Gb Ethernet with SFP connector○ 5 x USB 3.0○ 1 x Genlock (BNC)○ 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 GUI port
● The server shall o er an OLED display for status information and general feedback.
● Video Format Conversion (VFC) cards shall enable output connectivity changes.
These shall be available to order in the following con gurations:○ 1 x DisplayPort 1.2■ DisplayPort 1.2 output shall support up to 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz○ 4 x DVI Dual-link■ All four DVI Dual-link shall support up to 1920 x 1200 @ 60Hz (inquad mode)○ 4 x 3G-SDI (BNC)■ All four 3G-SDI shall support up to 1080p level A and level B.
○ 1 x HDMI 2.0■ HDMI 2.0 shall support up to 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz● The server shall be powered via a worldwide (100-240V AC) auto ranging internal
power supply.

fifififf● The server shall be powered via a lockable PowerCon True1 connector.

2.01 Software● The server shall function as a 3D media server with advanced networking andinterconnectivity options.
● The server shall be based upon Windows 10 Enterprise SAC.
● The server shall have the operating software and media stored on
separate drives.
● The software shall have a 3D pixel perfect simulation environment.
● The software shall enable pixel perfect preview and playback.
● The server shall support multiple timelines, crossfades and e ects runningconcurrently.
● The server shall support playback of video media with individual pixels mapped tolighting xtures or video products.
● The server shall have software built in mapping types, including perspective, paralleland direct mappings to allow for exibility in programming and remapping pixels.
● Show data may be downloaded from a remote personal computer over an Ethernet
network connection or USB Drive from speci c designer dongle software.
● The server shall o er a projector tool kit including Quick Calibration, Dynamic
Blending and multiple types of output warping.
● The server shall o er support for masks and soft-edge generation within theoperating software (no third party software required).
● The server shall support MIDI, OSC, Art-Net and UDP commands and triggers.
● The server shall support LTC timecode triggers for cues.
● The server shall be controllable via Ethernet DMX protocols input using a usercon gurable DMX channel allocation.
● The server shall support playback of DXV, HAP, HAP-Alpha, HAP-Q, LosslessAnimation and NotchLC codec formatted video les.
● The server shall support playback of BMP, JPG, PNG, TIFF, DPX and TGA image les.
● The server shall support uncompressed 10-bit content playback● The server shall support a variety of HDR gamma pro les including PQ and HLG● The server shall support playback of WAV and MP3 audio les.
● The server shall support proxy les for 3D previsualization.
● The server shall utilise UV maps for 3D content delivery.
● The server shall support media ingestion including understanding of le versions viaspeci c naming convention.
● The server shall support frame replacement in video les.
● The server shall o er connectivity to CAST Software BlackTrax motion tracking
systems.

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● The server shall be capable of operating as a Director, Actor or Understudy

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● An o ine version of the server software shall be available for purchase as a Designer
system, enabling pre-visualisation, programming and rendering of concepts.
● Multiple Controllers shall automatically synchronise and share triggers when
programmed as part of a single show and linked via Ethernet during playback.
● The server shall allow lighting to be programmed as separate zones, withindependent triggering and manual intensity control.
3.01 Accessories● The server shall be supplied with the following packaged in a tray within the shipping
container:○ USB Keyboard○ USB Mouse○ Mouse Pad○ PowerCon True1 power cable○ Getting Started Guide○ Back Mounting Rails
4.01 Service, Documentation &Training● The server shall be covered by a 2 year return to base hardware warranty,extendable to 5 years with an extended warranty package.
● The server shall be supplied with free technical support via phone or email.
● Regular training courses shall be o ered for the server and operating software, atboth foundation and advanced levels.
● Documentation shall be provided via printed, online and video formats.

fffiffl● An online knowledge base shall be provided for the server.