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Site Preparation Guide
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Avid Symphony and Composer Products Site Preparation Guide for the
Mac OS X Operating System • Part Number 0130-05432-01 • February 2003
Contents
Using This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Who Should Use This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Symbols and Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
If You Need Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Related Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
If You Have Documentation Comments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
How to Order Documentation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Avid Educational Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Chapter 1 Symphony and Avid Composer Products Site Preparation . 12
Site Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Environmental Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Electrical Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Component Dimensions and Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
System Planning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Clearance and Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Installing Equipment in a Rack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Physical Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Symphony or Media Composer Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Avid Xpress Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Check List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Avid System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5
Appendix A Regulatory and Safety Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
FCC Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Canadian ICES-003 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
European Union Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Australia and New Zealand EMC Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Taiwan EMC Regulations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Using This Guide
This guide provides information about preparing your site for the
installation of Symphony
™
or Avid
®
Composer Products hardware used
with the Apple
®
Dual 1-GHz PowerPC
®
G4 Mini-Tower platform (G4
platform).
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Your system might not contain all of the hardware that is described in your
documentation. Our documents describe all hardware regardless of which
model you purchased.
Who Should Use This Guide
This guide is intended for all Symphony and Avid Composer Products
users, from beginning to advanced. Read this guide if you are responsible
for preparing a site for installation.
About This Guide
This guide provides information concerning the following topics:
• Environmental issues
• Electrical connections
• Size and weight requirements
• System Planning and Layout
Symbols and Conventions
9
Symbols and Conventions
Unless noted otherwise, the material in this document applies to the
Mac OS X operating system.
Avid documentation uses the following symbol and convention.
If You Need Help
If you are having trouble using your system, you should:
1. Retry the action, carefully following the instructions given for that task
in this guide. It is especially important to check each step of your
workflow.
2. Check the release notes supplied with your Avid application for the
latest information that might have become available after the
documentation was published.
3. Check the documentation that came with your Avid application or your
hardware for maintenance or hardware-related issues.
4. Visit the online Knowledge Center at www.avid.com/support. Online
services are available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week. Search this
online Knowledge Center to find answers, to view error messages, to
access troubleshooting tips, to download updates, and to read/join
online message-board discussions.
5. For Technical Support, please call 800-800-AVID (800-800-2843).
For Broadcast On-Air Sites and Call Letter Stations, call
800-NEWSDNG (800-639-7364).
Symbol or Convention Meaning or Action
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A note provides important related information,
reminders, recommendations, and strong
suggestions.
Using This Guide
10
Related Information
The following documents provide more information about the hardware
and software for your system:
• Avid Symphony and Composer Products Setup Guide for the Mac OS X
Operating System
• Avid iS MediaDrive Setup and User’s Guide
• Avid MediaDrive rS LVD Setup and User’s Guide
• Avid MediaDock LVD Setup and User’s Guide
• The appropriate Avid system products release notes.
If You Have Documentation Comments
Avid Technology continuously seeks to improve its documentation. We
value your comments about this guide, the Help, the Online Publications
CD-ROM, and other Avid-supplied documentation.
Simply e-mail your documentation comments to Avid Technology at
TechPubs@avid.com
Please include the title of the document, its part number, and the specific
section you are commenting on in all correspondence.
How to Order Documentation
To order copies of the printed documentation (listed in the Related
Information section) from within the United States, call Avid Sales at
800-949-AVID (800-949-2843). If you are placing an order from outside
the United States, contact your local Avid representative.
Avid Educational Services
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Avid Educational Services
For information on courses/schedules, training centers, certifications,
courseware, and books, please visit www.avid.com/training or call
Avid Sales at 800-949-AVID (800-949-2843).
Chapter 1
Symphony and Avid
Composer Products Site
Preparation
This guide provides information about preparing your site for the
installation of Symphony or Avid Composer Products hardware used with
the Apple Dual 1-GHz PowerPC
G4 Mini-Tower platform (G4 platform).
By following these site preparation guidelines, you can help ensure a
successful installation and avoid delays in getting your system up and
running.
This guide contains the following sections:
• Site Planning (including environmental, electrical, size, and weight
considerations)
• System Planning
• Check List (a list of tasks pertinent to your setup)
This guide assumes you are installing an Avid system with a G4 platform,
with or without an Avid PCI Extender. The guide covers the preparation
required for installing the Avid Symphony, Avid Media Composer
®
, Avid
Film Composer
®
, or Avid Xpress
®
system.
Site Planning
13
Site Planning
You need to be aware of environmental, electrical, size, and weight
requirements as you select the location for your system.
Be sure to meet the narrowest range of specifications in the following
tables. For example, the audio I/O device (888 I/O
™
) can operate in an
environment of 50°F to 104°F (10°C to 40°C), but the Meridien
™
I/O box
should only operate in an environment of 50°F to 95°F (10°C to 35°C).
Therefore, the temperature at your site should not drop below 50°F (10°C)
or rise above 95°F (35°C).
Environmental Requirements
In general, you should prepare a site that is clean and dust free. In addition:
• Select a location free from significant temperature or humidity
changes. A location with approximately 40 percent humidity can
prevent problems stemming from electrostatic discharge.
• Make sure your location is sturdy, level, and not subject to
vibration.
• Make sure the location is away from high-traffic or high-noise areas.
• Select a location where there is adequate space in front of and behind
the system components. You must be able to connect cables and
service the parts of your system; they also need adequate airflow for
cooling.
Chapter 1 Symphony and Avid Composer Products Site Preparation
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You should also make sure the site meets the specifications in Table 1. It
shows the environmental requirements for the major components of the
system.
Table 1 Environmental Specifications
Component
Operating
Temperature
Operating
Humidity
Storage
Temperature
Storage
Humidity
Power Macintosh
®
G4 50°F to 95°F
(10°C to 35°C)
5% to 95%
noncondensing
–40°F to 116.6°F
(–40°C to 47°C)
5% to 95%
noncondensing
Avid PCI Extender 50°F to 95°F
(10°C to 35°C)
5% to 95%
noncondensing
–40°F to 116.6°F
(–40°C to 47°C)
5% to 95%
noncondensing
Meridien I/O box 50°F to 95°F
(10°C to 35°C)
5% to 95%
noncondensing
–40°F to 116.6°F
(–40°C to 47°C)
5% to 95%
noncondensing
Monitors 40°F to 104°F
(4.5°C to 40°C)
20% to 95%
noncondensing
32°F to 140°F
(0°C to 60°C)
10% to 95%
noncondensing
Keyboard 50°F to 104°F
(10°C to 40°C)
5% to 95%
noncondensing
–40°F to 116.6°F
(–40°C to 47°C)
5% to 95%
noncondensing
Mouse 50°F to 104°F
(10°C to 40°C)
5% to 95%
noncondensing
–40°F to 116.6°F
(–40°C to 47°C)
5% to 95%
noncondensing
Speakers 50°F to 104°F
(10°C to 40°C)
5% to 95%
noncondensing
–40°F to 116.6°F
(–40°C to 47°C)
5% to 95%
noncondensing
Audio I/O device
(888 I/O)
50°F to 104°F
(10°C to 40°C)
20% to 95%
noncondensing
32°F to 140°F
(0°C to 60°C)
10% to 95%
noncondensing
Site Planning
15
Electrical Requirements
Select your site with these electrical requirements in mind:
• Make sure there is adequate power for each system component. This
prevents the need for extension cords.
• Make sure your site is away from major electrical equipment such as
motors, air conditioners, or elevators.
• Make sure the location is not subject to static electrical buildup.
• Plug only your Avid equipment into the power strip. Do not plug in
coffee makers, radios, lights, or other non-Avid devices. Avid
recommends the use of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS)
appropriately sized for your system configuration. The UPS
provides system protection against sudden power surges or losses that
could cause you to lose your work.
In addition, make sure your site meets the electrical specifications in
Table 2.
Table 2 Electrical Specifications
Component Voltage Frequency Watts
Power Macintosh G4 100 to 120 V ac
200 to 240 V ac
50 to 60 Hz 200 W
Avid PCI Extender 100 to 120 V ac
200 to 240 V ac
50 to 60 Hz 300 W
a
Meridien I/O box 100 to 240 V ac 50 to 60 Hz 65 W
22-inch monitor 100 to 240 V ac 50 to 60 Hz 155 W
Speakers 117 V ac 50 to 60 Hz 16 W
Audio I/O device (888 I/O) 100 to 240 V ac 50 to 60 Hz 30 W
a. The original Avid PCI Extender contained a 400-W power supply and the voltage was
selectable. The 300-W power supply does not have a voltage select switch.
Chapter 1 Symphony and Avid Composer Products Site Preparation
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Component Dimensions and Weight
Table 3 lists the dimensions and weight of the system components. Make
sure the surfaces where you place the equipment can accommodate the
equipment’s size and weight.
Table 3 Component Dimensions and Weight
Component Height Width Depth Weight
Power Macintosh G4 17.0 in (432 mm) 8.9 in (227 mm) 18.4 in (468 mm) 42 lb (19.1 kg)
a
Avid PCI Extender 7.0 in (178 mm) 19.0 in (483 mm) 17.0 in (432 mm) 31 lb (14.1 kg)
Meridien I/O box 5.2 in (132 mm) 17.3 in (439 mm) 7.6 in (193 mm) 15 lb 8 oz (7.0 kg)
22-inch monitor 21.5 in (546 mm) 19.5 in (495 mm) 21.4 in (544 mm) 71 lb (32.2 kg)
Keyboard 2.0 in (51 mm) 19.0 in (483 mm) 8.0 in (203 mm) 3 lb 13 oz (1.7 kg)
Mouse 1.3 in (33 mm) 2.4 in (61 mm) 4.2 in (107 mm) 4 oz (0.1 kg)
Speakers 9.0 in (229 mm) 7.0 in (178 mm) 8.0 in (203 mm) 7 lb (3.2 kg)
Audio I/O device
(888 I/O)
3.5 in (89 mm) 19.0 in (483 mm) 9.0 in (229 mm) 7 lb (3.2 kg)
a. Weight could be greater if you install options other than the basic system.
System Planning
17
System Planning
This section discusses your system setup. It presents information on
clearance and the access you need to install and service your system. It also
discusses system components and physical layout.
Clearance and Access
Install the system in a location that provides at least 12 inches (30.5 cm) of
air clearance in front of and behind the system. Maintain 1 to 2 inches
(2.5 to 5.1 cm) of clearance between components. Remember to provide
additional space for connecting or disconnecting cables and changing
internal drives, boards, and components. Allow 3 feet (0.9 meters) all
around the system for servicing.
Place your system on recessed shelves or cabinets with rollers so you can
pull out and access the components easily. Avoid installing the system in
tight, fixed spaces. You should also provide telephone line access for
modem use and technical support.
Chapter 1 Symphony and Avid Composer Products Site Preparation
18
Installing Equipment in a Rack
Some parts of Avid systems (for example, a MediaDock LVD) can be
installed in a rack. When you install equipment in a rack you must take the
following precautions:
• Elevated Operating Ambient Temperature — When installed in a
closed or multiunit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature
of the rack environment might be greater than the room ambient
temperature. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the
equipment compatible with the manufacturer's maximum ambient
temperature.
• Reduced Airflow — Installation of the equipment in a rack should be
such that the amount of airflow required for safe operation of the
equipment is not compromised.
• Mechanical Loading — Mounting of the equipment in a rack should
be such that the amount of airflow required for safe operation of the
equipment is not compromised.
• Circuit Overloading —Consideration should be given to the
connection of the equipment to the supply circuit and the effect that
overloading of circuits might have on overcurrent protection and
supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate
ratings should be used when addressing this concern.
• Reliable Earthing — Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment
should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply
connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (for
example, the use of power strips).
System Planning
19
Physical Layout
A possible layout for each system is described and illustrated in the
following sections.
n
The Avid PCI Extender and the Power Macintosh G4 platform can be rack
mounted. See the Avid PCI Extender Rack-Mount Installation Instructions
for details.
Symphony or Media Composer Layout
Figure 1 shows a possible physical layout for a Symphony or
Media Composer system with additional peripheral components.
This layout includes the following components:
• Power Macintosh G4
• Avid PCI Extender
• Meridien I/O box
• Three monitors
• Keyboard and mouse
• Four MediaDrives (or Fibre Channel drives)
•Two speakers
• Two video decks
• Audio I/O device
Chapter 1 Symphony and Avid Composer Products Site Preparation
20
Figure 1 Symphony or Media Composer System with
Additional Components
Avid Xpress Layout
Figure 2 shows a possible physical layout for an Avid Xpress system.
This layout includes the following components:
• Power Macintosh G4
• Avid PCI Extender
• Meridien I/O box
• One monitor
• Keyboard and mouse
•Two MediaDrives
• Two speakers
• One video deck
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44.1 kHz
48
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AUDIO SYNC
VIDEO SYNC
POWER
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Video decks
Power Macintosh G4
Audio I/O device
Speaker
Monitors
Avid PCI Extender
Meridien I/O box
MediaDrives or
Fibre Channel drives
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