XF[2]

Key features

  • Automatic backup

  • Keeps content secure

  • Insures gateway between EVS XT[2] server and NLE stations

  • Removable disks for more mobility


XF[2] removable storage is the perfect backup solution for EVS XT[2] servers. XF[2] allows HD and SD media, along with its associated metadata, to be preserved in an industry-standard MXF file format. With up to 1TB of media storage, configured as 2 x 500GB removable disk drives, it is the ideal solution for any live or studio production facility requiring removable media, archive, and/or backup.

Key Features

  • Automatic backup

    Automatic background archiving, coupled with automatic backup of live ingested AV and MXF metadata management. XNet[2] (media sharing network) content backup and restore. Also features native support for Super Motion clips

  • Keeps content secure

    Equipped with two IDE removable hard drives (500 GB each), working in single mode, dual disk mode or in mirrored mode providing maximum security against drive failures.

  • Insures gateway between EVS XT[2] server and NLE stations

    Support media (camera ISOs, live feeds) streaming from XT[2] servers onto NLE and craft editors and import of the media from graphic or post production station onto the XT[2] servers for live production (bumpers, logos, screen animation, etc)

  • Removable disks for more mobility

    Removable disks can be connected into portable XFile Adaptor (with USB connection) for direct import into any NLE’s and craft editors.

Technical specifications

  • Physical Dimensions 19-inch enclosure 3RU - Size (H x D x W) : 133 x 531 x 486mm / 4.4" x 17.4" x 15.9"
  • Weight 18 kg / 39.7 lb (subject to slight variations due to options)
  • Power requirements Power supply 90V - 264V / 47Hz - 63Hz, 400W max.
  • Environmental Conditions Operating temperature : 10° to 40°C
  • Storage temperature : -40° to 70°C
  • Humidity : 90% max. Non condensing
  • Removable storage 2x removable EVS XFile disks
  • 1x DVD-R
  • CPU Intel Core2 duo
  • IT Interfaces Ethernet : 1x Gigabit Ethernet (RJ-45 connectors)
  • 3 x Firewire IEEE-1394
  • 8 x USB-2.0
  • A/V Network XNet[2] 1.5Gbps/540Mbps connecting EVS XT2  Servers
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