Grass Valley K2 Media Client System Guide Oct.10 2006 - Manual (Page 19)

September 7, 2006 K2 Media Client System Guide 19
Chapter
1
Product Description
The K2 Media Client is a cost-effective Broadcast Enterprise Server that incorporates
IT server platform and storage technologies to deliver a networked solution to
facilities for ingest, playout, news integration, and media asset management. It is a
comprehensive platform that provides a suite of user applications and system tools.
The K2 Media Client is designed for “headless” operation from a remote control point
using Grass Valley Control Point software. You can also use the Microsoft Windows
Remote Desktop Connection application on your PC to connect to the K2 system for
configuration or administration.
The K2 Media Client product is further described in the following sections:
• “K2 Media Client features” on page 20
• “Introducing K2 Media Client models” on page 22
• “Front panel indicators” on page 29
• “Rear panel view” on page 30
• “K2 Media Client system overview” on page 32
K2 Media Clients
Operation, configuration, and
monitoring from a remote location
Control
Point PC
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! Communication over
Ethernet network