VIDEO STORAGE-Air Portable Storage for Professional Video Cameras User Guide Version 1/13 NextoDI Co., Ltd. www.nextodi.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing the NEXTO VIDEO STORAGE-Air (NVS2825). The NVS2825 allows camera operators to save footage from camcorders to a hard drive without the use of a computer. The camcorder can then be used to record new data. The performance of the NVS2825 has been optimized so that data can be transferred from a memory card to the NVS2825 more quickly than to other storage devices. Data stored on the NVS2825 can later be copied to a computer.
Table of Contents 1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION .............................................................................. 1 2. CONTENTS OF THE NEXTO VIDEO STORAGE-AIR ........................... 5 3. SYMBOLS USED IN THIS DOCUMENT ..................................................... 6 4. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................................... 6 5. ABOUT THE RECHARGEABLE BATTERY ............................................... 9 6. DEVICE DIAGRAM ....................
1. Product Description The NEXTO VIDEO STORAGE-Air (hereinafter NVS2825) provides the following various functions: 1.1. Memory card backup and verify The NVS2825 contains a 2.5”SATA hard drive or SSD (Solid State Disk) and a Li-Poly rechargeable battery. The NVS2825 can copy the contents of a memory card to the internal hard drive without a PC--even in the field where no electric power source is available.
1.10. Language selection 1.16. Auto Power Off The NVS2825 supports various languages. You can select a language from the menu of the NVS2825. For details, see chapter 16. In order to save internal battery power, the NVS2825 will automatically shut off when not in use for a specified period of time (latency period). The user can select the latency period (e.g. 15/30/40/50/60/90 seconds). For details, see Chapter 16. 1.11. Buzzer on/off The NVS2825 uses a buzzer to note the results of various operations.
2. Contents of the NEXTO VIDEO STORAGE-Air 3. Symbols Used in This Document 2.1 Main Package ③ ⑥ ⑨ 145.0 GB XCopy 대기 메뉴 ⑩ 끄기 ④ ⑦ The flash icon in a triangle is used to alert you to personal injury hazards such as electric shock. Caution An exclamation mark in a triangle indicates important instructions which must be observed.. Reference The "hand" icon gives you special tips and notes on the operation. ⑪ ① 4.
07 Warning Caution ● The case of the hard disk must not get damp or wet. Protect the device from humidity and water, from sun, excessive heat (>113°F) or cold (<32ºF), dust and dirt. ● When the product is brought from a cold place into a warm room, condensation may form. This could damage the product. Always let the product get to room temperature before use or before connecting the AC power adapter unit. This could take several hours.
5. About the Rechargeable Battery 6. Device Diagram A "Li-Poly" (lithium-polymer) rechargeable battery is integrated into the NVS2825. This rechargeable battery does not have the so-called "memory effect"--the rechargeable battery can be charged whenever you want. Furthermore, it has a higher energy content than conventional NiCd and NiMH rechargeable batteries. Note these important instructions when handling the Li-Poly rechargeable battery. The rechargeable battery can be recharged 400 times.
7. Charging the Rechargeable Battery 7.1. Internal battery The battery can be charged using the AC power adapter unit delivered with this product. ● Turn off the NVS2825 ● Connect the charger’s wall plug to the NVS’s "DC IN" slot ● Plug the AC power adapter unit into a wall socket ● The LED above the control key shows red when charging ● When the battery is charged, the red LED turns off ● If there is an error when charging, the LED blinks. If this happens, unplug the AC adapter unit and plug it in again.
8.2. Key operation 8.4. The LCD Display The NVS2825 is operated by a single control key which can be used in five different ways. The display shows you the “S” (Short) or “L” (Long) symbol as a means to invoke the desired function. ① 698.6 GB Operation Symbols (Short) Press once and release immediately. (Long) Press and hold the key for more than one second. Push the key in the appropriate direction. Up/down/left/right movements are supported.
9. Formatting the Hard Drive The hard disk in the NVS2825 should already be formatted with the "exFAT" file system. Only one (or the first) partition can be used. Do not attempt to format the NVS2825 disk with a computer. Use only the format function on the NVS2825. This will allow the hard disk to be read by either the Windows or Mac operating systems. ● Please back up all data to the extra hard drive before formatting the internal or external HDD/SSD.
10. Using the NVS2825 as a Hard Drive The NVS2825 can be connected to your computer for use as an external hard disk. Two connection methods are supported. 1. Connect to the computer’s USB 3.0 slot via the NVS2825 "USB 3.0 slot" and the USB 3.0 cable. 2. Connect to the computer’s IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) slot via the NVS2825 "IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) slot" and the IEEE 1394b (FireWire 800) cable.
11. Data Backup (Copy) and Verify 10.3. Browsing the contents of your hard drive This chapter explains the “Copy” and “Verify” functions. If your computer detects the NVS2825 correctly, a new drive named [NEXTODI] will appear on “My Computer.” My Computer File Edit View Facorites Back Tools Search Help Folders Go My Computer Address Hard Disk Drives Insert a memory card into the corresponding memory slot.
11.2. Copy 11.3. Verify (1) If the memory card contains new data. 698.6 GB 3.6 GB 16 Files SxS Copy SxS? Fast Copy Copy & Verify Safe Copy : To Copy, press the control key briefly. : To Cancel the copy, press the control key for more than 1 second Cancel Select 695.0 GB The NVS2825 will make a new folder on the hard disk and copy all the files and folders in the memory card onto the internal hard disk. The contents of the memory card will not be deleted. 3.
12. Video/Photo Preview 11.6. Error Display When the error occurs during the back up, the error message is displayed and NVS2825 will automatically turn off. For the reminding of user, the NVS2825 displays the previous operational status at the next power up. The user will then know whether the last backup was successful. Depending on the file format, the NVS2825 will show stored video or photo files after backup. A preview of both the internal and external device (SxS/P2/CF/SD/ USB) is supported.
20121101.000 The user can select [Show Video] for video preview, [Show Image] for photo preview, [Delete] for deleting this backup, or [Copy] for copying to an external hard drive. 55 Files / 528 MB Show Video ... 4 Show Image ... 3 Delete This Folder Copy to External Device Select 12.2. Image Preview 20121101.000 55 Files / 528 MB Show Video ... 4 Show Image ... 3 Delete This Folder Copy to External Device Back Select 720p_123.
12.3. Delete the backup data 20121101.000 12.4. Preview from an external device Select “Delete This Backup” from the Preview menu. 55 Files / 528 MB Select Back 512.0 GB Back Select “External device” from the preview menu. Preview 20121101.000 Insert an External Device (CF/SD/SxS/XQD/P2/USB) 55 Files / 528 MB Cancel Delete? OK The NVS2825 supports the preview of video files and the playing of audio files stored on an external USB hard drive.
13. Using An External Hard Drive The NVS2825 allows a user to copy a memory card to both the NVS2825 hard drive and to an external USB hard drive at the same time, making two copies of data in a single operation. The NVS2825 provides “Multi-copy” and “Sync” functions to make backup more reliable. 13.2. Force Enable External USB HDD Sometimes the NVS2825 cannot detect the external USB2.0/3.0 HDD automatically. If this occurs, use the “Force Enable USB”menu. 13.1. Connecting an external USB hard drive 512.
14. Making Two Copies In A Single Backup (Multi-Copy) Copying a memory card to both the internal hard drive and an external USB hard drive at the same time makes two copies of data in a single operation. The “Multi-copy” function of the NVS2825 makes backup more reliable. 698.6 GB 456.8 GB If the proper external USB hard drive is connected, the NVS2825 shows “Multi-Copy” mode.
15. Making A Secondary Copy (Sync) The “Sync” function synchronizes data between the [NvsAir] folder of the NVS2825 and the [NvsAir] folder of an external USB hard drive connected to the “USB 3.0 Host” connector via the USB 3.0 cable. This function compares the folders stored in the [NvsAir] folder of the NVS2825 with the [NvsAir] folder of an external hard drive. (3) Sync function 232.
16. Advanced Functions NVS2825 has several advanced function menus, accessible from the Main Menu. Menu Operation HDD Information Checks the used capacity and the remaining recordable capacity on the NVS2825 hard drive. Self Test Built-in test utility for detecting physical errors on the internal hard drive. This function does not fix errors. If an error is detected during the self-test, consult your authorized NEXTODI dealer.
16.2. Self Test 232.6 GB (1) Quick test 232.6 GB Int. HDD No problems found during the quick test. HDD Smart Test Int. HDD Select “Self test” sub-menu from the “HDD Management” menu HDD Management HDD Info Self Test TMP Folders Format Smart Test OK 5m 30s 232.6 GB Select Off Int. HDD Error found during quick test. Further use of NVS2825 may result in loss of backup data. Consult your authorized NEXTODI dealer for service. Back HDD Smart Test 232.6 GB Int.
(2) Full test 232.6 GB Int. HDD No errors found. 0 Bad Clusters Found 232.6 GB Int. HDD Select “FULL TEST” from the self test menu. Self Test Full Test OK. Select a method HDD Smart Test HDD Full Test 125m34s Select Back 232.6 GB Back Int. HDD Error found during full test. Further use of NVS2825 may result in the loss of backup data. Consult your authorized NEXTODI dealer for service. 11 Bad Clusters Found 232.6 GB Int. HDD The full test will take several hours.
16.3. Delete TMP folder 16.4. Auto Power Off 232.6 GB Select “HDD Management” from the main menu. Preview HDD Management Sync Setup Force Enable USB Wi-Fi mode Select 232.6 GB 232.6 GB Back Int. HDD Select the “TMP folders” sub-menu from the “HDD Management” menu. HDD Management 232.6 GB Auto PwrOff Buzzer Index AutoGen. Folder Rename Motion Sensor Language Firmware Update Select HDD Info Self Test TMP Folders Format Select Select the “Auto Power Off” at the set up menu.
16.6. Folder Rename 16.7. Motion Sensor 232.6 GB Auto PwrOff Buzzer Index AutoGen. Folder Rename Motion Sensor Language Firmware Update Select 50 On Off Off Hi Go to set up menu and select the “Folder Rename” as On/Off by pressing the control button briefly. The folder rename is “Off.” The name of the folder will be created by the shooting date (e.g., 20121010.000). Go to the set up menu and select “Motion Sensor” as Hi/Lo/Off by briefly pressing the control button. 232.6 GB 232.
16.9. Firmware Update 232.6 GB 232.6 GB Auto PwrOff Buzzer Index AutoGen. Folder Rename Motion Sensor Language Firmware Update Select 50 On Off On Hi Firmware Update Select “FIRMWARE UPDATE” from the main menu. Updating (1.0 1.01) 232.6 GB Back Firmware Update 232.6 GB Firmware Update Select a File in HDD in Memory Card Back Selct The LCD screen indicates that the NVS2825 firmware is being updated. Do not turn the power off during the firmware upgrade.
17. Examples of Basic Functions 17.1. Copying from an SxS card 695.0 GB If the copy is successfully completed, the result will be shown on the LCD. Remove the SxS card to return to the initial “XCopy ready” mode. Copy Success Copy Done Remove SxS 698.6 GB Turn on the NVS2825 by pressing the power button for several seconds. Wait for the “XCopy ready”mode, then insert an SxS card into the ExpressCard slot located on the left side of the device. XCopy Ready Menu Off SxS Card 16/16 3.6 GB 90.
18. Checking the Lifetime of an SxS card SD/SDHC/SDXC card XCopy Ready Menu 698.6 GB Copying an SD/SDHC/SDXC card is the same as copying an SxS card--except that the SD/SDHC/ SDXC card requires the SD card adapter which is delivered with the NVS2825. 698.6 GB SD card adapter 17.4. Copying an SD card Off SxS Detected Checking... First, connect the SD/SDHC/SDXC card to the SD card adapter, then insert the card into the ExpressCard slot of the NVS2825.
19. Pre-Editing through a Wi-Fi connection The NVS2825 automatically generates HTML index files which contain metadata and thumbnails of each video file. You can use an iOS device (iPhone/iPad) to access data stored on the NVS2825 through a Wi-Fi connection 19.2. Backing Up and Generating Index Files 698.6 GB The index files make it possible to: preview video, play audio, make cuts (OK/NG cut), attach notes—and more—from an iOS (iPhone/iPad) device. The index files can also be accessed from a computer.
19.3. Connecting an iOS device to the NVS2825 via Wi-Fi (1) Set the NVS2825 to Wi-Fi mode 232.6 GB Using the control button, select the Wi-Fi mode from the main menu. Preview HDD Management Sync Setup Force Enable USB Wi-Fi Mode Select 19.4. Checking the footage stored on an NVS2825 from an iOS / Android device (Pre-Editing) Users can use the NVSPlayer App for an iOS device (iPhone/iPad) or a web browser (for an Android device) to preview footage stored on the NVS2825.
■ Set Password (2) Choose the folder that contains the clip(s) to edit. ① No password in use After you click “Set Password” the following menu displays. Type the selected password into each box. Click on “Set Password.” Toggle for Trash↔Back up folder NVS’s HDD Information Trash Folder 20121123.000 20121123.000 ② Change password Previous password exists. User now wishes to establish a new password. Folder List ① 20121123.
④ Trash NG cut Function Trash NG ② Restore the NG cut to the Backup folder/ Empty NG Function Move the cuts marked “NG” to the Trash Folder 2) Functions for each video clip User can write comments for each video clip Show Detail Display notes for selected video clips. “NVSPlayer” App user can also check the Mark In-Out information. (3) Move a video clip from the trash folder to the backup folder or delete clip completely NVS’s HDD Information Trash Folder 20121123.000 [Trash Folder] 20121123.
20. Troubleshooting Tips IF THE POWER ON THE NVS2825 CANNOT BE TURNED OFF : IF THE POWER CANNOT BE TURNED ON : The On/Off Button can be used as a reset key. In the event of a hardware or software malfunction, press the reset button for at least 7 seconds. This will turn the power off safely so that the data stored in the hard drive will not be lost or altered. Control Button The NVS2825 has an internal rechargeable battery.
21. Battery Disposal CAUTION: DO NOT INSERT SEVERAL MEMORY CARDS AT THE SAME TIME : Do not connect more than one memory card to the NVS2825. Only the first one will be detected. Batteries/rechargeable batteries containing harmful substances are marked with the following symbols: Cd=cadmium, Hg=mercury, Pb=lead. You can return batteries/ rechargeable batteries to any authorized disposal station in your area or to most other stores where batteries/rechargeable batteries are sold.
Technical Specifications Device NEXTO VIDEO STORAGE-Air (NVS-Air) Model Number NVS2825 LCD 2.4" Color TFT LCD : 320*240, 64K color Video Preview CODEC: MPEG2 / AVC / H.264 / PRORES / DNxHD / DV File: MP4 / MOV / MXF / AVI / DV / (MTS) Audio Head Phone jack. Support playing PCM Audio in Video file SxS Supported Memory Card ExpressCard/34 Compatible, Follows SxS Spec.
