Grass Valley Xmedia Server Vertigo Suite v.5.0 - Manual (Page 24)

XMS Configuration Guide 1-1
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NTRODUCTION
The Xmedia Server (XMS) is the central graphical asset management server for Vertigo
Suite channel branding and playout systems. The Xmedia Server allows all branding assets
to be ingested once, centrally archived, and automatically moved to the desired graphics
device using rule-based publishing.
Figure 1-1. Xmedia Server - a central graphical asset management server
The main purpose of this configuration guide is to provide practical reference and
procedural information on how to use the Xmedia Server Control Panel application to
configure the Xmedia Server.
The following sections of this chapter provide general information about the Xmedia Server
and its optional features:
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“About the Xmedia Server” on page 1-2
• “Xmedia Server’s standard and option features” on page 1-3
The next couple of chapters provide specific information about the Xmedia Server’s
hardware, software, and network integration. Further chapters provide instructions for how
to configure the Xmedia Server using the Xmedia Server Control Panel.