Dolby IMS3000

Installation Manual

24 October 2023
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Notices
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Safety precautions
Warning
THIS DEVICE MUST BE GROUNDED.

Important
Power requirements for electrical equipment vary from area to area. Please ensure that the Dolby IMS3000
meets the power requirements in the surrounding area. If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician or a Dolby
Laboratories, Inc. dealer.

Dolby IMS3000 power ratings

The Dolby IMS3000 maximum power consumption is up to 53 W when in playback at 400 Mbps and has three
external Universal Serial Bus (USB). USB devices connected can draw 5 V/0.5 A from each USB port.

Dolby IMS3000 rackmount and thermal information

• Maximum operating ambient temperature is 40°C.
• Never restrict the airflow through the device fan or vents.

Protecting yourself and the Dolby IMS3000

Always disconnect the projector from the power supply by pulling on the plug, not the cord. Never touch the
projector AC plug with wet hands.
In addition to voiding the warranty, unauthorized engineers may receive a serious electric shock when
touching live internal parts. Use only a projector or authorized equipment from Dolby to supply power to the
Dolby IMS3000.
If water or any other liquid is spilled into or onto the Dolby IMS3000, disconnect the power and call a Dolby
Laboratories, Inc. dealer. The unit must be well ventilated and be kept away from direct sunlight. To avoid
damage to internal circuitry, as well as the external finish, keep the Dolby IMS3000 away from direct sources
of heat (heater vents, stoves, radiators). Avoid using flammable aerosols near the Dolby IMS3000. They can
damage the surface area and may ignite. Do not use denatured alcohol, paint thinner, or similar chemicals to
clean the Dolby IMS3000. These can damage the unit.
Modification of this equipment is dangerous and can result in the impairment of the functions of the Dolby
IMS3000. Never attempt to modify the equipment in any way. In order to ensure optimum performance of the
Dolby IMS3000, select the setup location carefully and make sure the equipment is used properly. Avoid
setting up the Dolby IMS3000 in the following locations:
• In a humid or dusty environment
• In a room with poor ventilation
• On a surface that is not level
• Inside a moving vehicle where it will be subject to vibration
• In an extremely hot or cold environment

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Removable drives warning

Removal of the hot-swappable hard drives allows access to pins and traces supplying power to the hard drive
back plane. This is considered an energy hazard. Removal of the hard drives must be performed by a trained
service specialist or by trained personnel.
The equipment may be used only in a restricted access area that is not accessible to the general public.

Battery caution
The nonremovable battery is located on the Dolby IMS3000. Danger of explosion if battery is removed.

Warning
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture.

CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK. DO NOT OPEN.
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE THE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

The lightening flash with the arrowhead symbol superimposed across a graphical representation of a
person, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a
risk of electric shock.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of
important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the
appliance.

Product end-of-life information

This product is electronic equipment and should be disposed of in accordance with all applicable laws.
Do not dispose as household waste. Do not dispose of the product in a fire. Please dispose of this product
by taking it to your local electronic waste collection point or recycling center. For information regarding
where to recycle electronic equipment, contact your local dealer. For additional information regarding
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and product disposal go to:
[Link]

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Contents
1 Introduction to the Dolby IMS3000 Installation Manual............................................................................9
1.1 Supporting documentation.................................................................................................................. 10
1.2 Contacting Dolby .................................................................................................................................. 10

2 Introduction to the Dolby IMS3000.............................................................................................................11

2.1 Dolby IMS3000 models.......................................................................................................................... 12
2.2 Dolby IMS3000 web UI...........................................................................................................................12
2.3 Dolby IMS3000 packing lists..................................................................................................................12
2.4 Dolby IMS3000 front panel.................................................................................................................... 13
2.5 Dolby IMS3000 RTC battery life and shelf life....................................................................................... 13
2.6 Default user names and passwords......................................................................................................13
2.7 LTC output..............................................................................................................................................13

3 Setting up the Dolby IMS3000..................................................................................................................... 14

3.1 Logging in to the Dolby IMS3000.......................................................................................................... 15
3.2 Installing the internal storage drives.................................................................................................... 15
3.3 Connecting to an automation controller using the GPI and GPO ports..............................................16

4 Setting up the main storage NAS................................................................................................................ 17

4.1 Understanding the main storage NAS.................................................................................................. 18
4.2 Connecting the network cables............................................................................................................ 18
4.3 Configuring the Dolby IMS3000 to use the main storage NAS............................................................. 19
4.4 Configuring the NAS on the Dolby IMS3000......................................................................................... 21
4.4.1 Configuring the NAS using the Dolby IMS3000 WebUI...................................................................21
4.4.2 Configuring the NAS IP addresses using the QNAP WebUI............................................................22

5 Installing the Dolby IMS3000 into the NEC Series 2 projector................................................................... 23

5.1 Inserting the Dolby IMS3000 into the NEC Series 2 projector..............................................................24
5.2 Powering on the NEC Series 2 projector...............................................................................................25
5.3 Setting up the network for the Dolby IMS3000 and NEC Series 2 projector....................................... 26
5.4 Adding the NEC Series 2 projector as a device.....................................................................................27
5.5 Performing marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and NEC Series 2 projector................................. 29
5.6 Verifying marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and NEC Series 2 projector..................................... 36

6 Installing the Dolby IMS3000 into a Barco Series 2 projector.................................................................... 37

6.1 Inserting the Dolby IMS3000 into the Barco Series 2 projector........................................................... 38
6.2 Powering on the Barco Series 2 projector............................................................................................ 38
6.3 Setting up the network for the Dolby IMS3000 and Barco Series 2 projector.....................................39
6.4 Adding the Barco Series 2 projector as a device.................................................................................. 40
6.5 Performing marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and Barco Series 2 projector.............................. 42
6.6 Verifying marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and Barco Series 2 projector.................................. 42

7 Installing the Dolby IMS3000 into a Christie Series 2 projector.................................................................44

7.1 Inserting the Dolby IMS3000 into the Christie Series 2 projector........................................................45
7.2 Powering on the Christie Series 2 projector......................................................................................... 45

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7.3 Setting up the network for the Dolby IMS3000 and Christie Series 2 projector................................. 47
7.4 Adding the Christie Series 2 projector as a device............................................................................... 48
7.5 Performing marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and Christie Series 2 projector........................... 51
7.6 Verifying marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and Christie Series 2 projector............................... 54
7.7 Setting the projector channel configuration........................................................................................54

8 Chase configuration overview.................................................................................................................... 56

8.1 Connecting cables for chase................................................................................................................. 57
8.2 Primary server configuration for chase................................................................................................ 57
8.3 Secondary server configuration for chase........................................................................................... 58
8.4 Storage management............................................................................................................................58
8.4.1 Configuring chase mode with dedicated internal storage............................................................ 58
8.4.2 Configuring chase mode with dedicated external storage............................................................59
8.4.3 Dolby IMS3000 chase mode with shared storage...........................................................................60
8.5 Supported SFP+ modules and switches for the main storage NAS.....................................................63
8.6 Configuring left and right eye configurations for 3D systems with Chase.......................................... 64
8.7 Managing macros in chase mode......................................................................................................... 65

9 Updating the Dolby IMS3000 software....................................................................................................... 66

9.1 Software update overview.................................................................................................................... 67
9.2 Updating the Dolby IMS3000 using a USB flash drive..........................................................................67
9.3 Updating the Dolby IMS3000 using the Upload feature...................................................................... 67
9.4 Updating the Dolby IMS3000 using FTP............................................................................................... 68
9.5 Accepting the Dolby IMS3000 license agreement................................................................................ 68

10 Working with DLMs...................................................................................................................................... 70

10.1 About the DLM....................................................................................................................................... 71
10.2 Ingesting a DLM using a USB................................................................................................................. 71
10.3 Ingesting a DLM using Upload feature..................................................................................................71
10.4 Ingesting a DLM using FTP.................................................................................................................... 72

11 Configuring HDMI settings.......................................................................................................................... 73

11.1 HDMI-in connector.................................................................................................................................74
11.2 Adding an HDMI input source as a live CPL.......................................................................................... 74

12 Configuring the Dolby IMS3000 time zone................................................................................................. 76

12.1 Configuring the date and time, timezone, and NTP servers............................................................... 77
12.1.1 Adding a Network Time Protocol server.........................................................................................78
12.1.2 Deleting an NTP server....................................................................................................................79

13 Configuring the Dolby IMS3000 user accounts...........................................................................................80

13.1 Adding a new user account................................................................................................................... 81
13.2 Modifying a user account...................................................................................................................... 82
13.3 Deleting a user account.........................................................................................................................83

14 Configuring the ingest content source....................................................................................................... 84

14.1 Manually adding a new ingest content source.....................................................................................85
14.2 Using Auto discover............................................................................................................................... 85
14.3 Removing an ingest content source..................................................................................................... 86

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15 Setting up the Dolby IMS3000 audio...........................................................................................................87

15.1 External audio rendering (Server Mode).............................................................................................. 88
15.1.1 Connecting the Dolby IMS3000 to a cinema audio processor....................................................... 88
15.2 Activate the internal audio processing or Dolby Atmos processing....................................................88
15.2.1 Activating the audio processing using a USB flash drive...............................................................88
15.2.2 Activating the audio processing using the Upload feature............................................................89
15.3 Internal audio processor and external amplifiers................................................................................89
15.3.1 Connecting the Dolby IMS3000 to a Dolby DAC3202......................................................................90
15.3.2 Connecting the Dolby IMS3000 to a Dolby Multichannel Amplifier.............................................. 91

16 KDM information......................................................................................................................................... 93

17 Configuring AES auxiliary inputs and outputs........................................................................................... 94

17.1 AES auxiliary inputs and outputs overview..........................................................................................95
17.2 Adding a microphone............................................................................................................................ 95
17.3 Adding a booth monitor........................................................................................................................ 96
17.4 Adding a fader........................................................................................................................................97
17.5 Configuring additional auxiliary AES inputs and outputs................................................................... 97

18 SNMP monitoring and API remote control................................................................................................. 99

18.1 Web services API for remote control.....................................................................................................100
18.2 Downloading the WSDL files................................................................................................................. 100
18.3 SNMP monitoring.................................................................................................................................. 101
18.4 ASCII serial commands..........................................................................................................................101

19 Configuring the Bluetooth connection.......................................................................................................103

19.1 Bluetooth connection............................................................................................................................104
19.2 Setting up a Bluetooth connection.......................................................................................................104

20 Digital and analog audio converters...........................................................................................................106

20.1 About the digital and analog audio converters....................................................................................107
20.2 Digital-to-analog audio converters.......................................................................................................107
20.3 Analog-to-digital audio converters.......................................................................................................107
20.4 Bidirectional audio converters............................................................................................................. 108

21 Dolby IMS3000 audio system diagrams......................................................................................................109

21.1 Dolby IMS3000 with Dolby DAC3202 diagram...................................................................................... 110
21.2 Dolby IMS3000 with Dolby Multichannel Amplifier diagram............................................................... 111

22 Audio adapter and pinouts......................................................................................................................... 112

22.1 RJ-45 Ethernet cable color codes......................................................................................................... 113
22.2 RJ-45 to 25-pin D-connector male adapter pinning.............................................................................114
22.3 Pinouts for AES3 channels 1-8 output.................................................................................................. 115
22.4 Pinouts for AES3 channels 9-16 output................................................................................................ 115
22.5 Pinout wiring for AES3 audio for Dolby cinema audio processors......................................................116
22.6 Pinout wiring for AES3 audio for third-party cinema audio processors............................................. 117
22.7 Pinouts for the Dolby CP750 in 5.1 mode............................................................................................. 118
22.8 Pinouts for the Dolby CP750 in 7.1 mode............................................................................................. 119

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22.9 Pinouts for the Dolby IMS3000 AES3 auxiliary input or output port................................................... 119
22.10 Auxiliary input audio S/PDIF for RCA to RJ-45 unbalanced cable....................................................... 120
22.11 Auxiliary input audio AES3/EBU for XLR-F to RJ-45 balanced cable................................................... 120
22.12 Auxiliary input audio AES-3id BNC to RJ-45 unbalanced cable.......................................................... 120
22.13 Auxiliary output audio AES3/EBU for RJ-45 to XLR-M balanced cable................................................121

23 General purpose input and general purpose output pinouts................................................................... 122

23.1 General purpose input pinouts.............................................................................................................123
23.2 General purpose output pinouts.......................................................................................................... 123

24 General purpose input and general purpose output interface diagrams................................................. 124
24.1 General purpose input and general purpose output overview...........................................................125
24.2 General purpose input interface diagram............................................................................................ 125
24.3 General purpose output interface diagram..........................................................................................126

25 LED indicators..............................................................................................................................................127
25.1 SMS LED indicators................................................................................................................................128
25.2 SM1 and SM2 LED indicators.................................................................................................................128
25.3 SM3 and SM4 LED indicators.................................................................................................................129

26 Supported formats and frame rates........................................................................................................... 130

26.1 Supported formats for internal JPEG2000 DCP playback................................................................... 131
26.2 Supported MPEG2/H.264 formats for internal DCP playback............................................................. 133
26.3 Supported formats for HDMI 1.4........................................................................................................... 133
26.4 Supported formats for HDMI 2.0........................................................................................................... 134
26.5 Supported formats for SDI input.......................................................................................................... 135
26.6 Supported formats for StreamIT...........................................................................................................135

27 Documentation revision history................................................................................................................. 137

Glossary....................................................................................................................................................... 138

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Introduction to the Dolby IMS3000 Installation

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Manual
This documentation provides the instructions for performing the initial hardware setup and
configuration for the Dolby IMS3000.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Supporting documentation
• Contacting Dolby

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1.1 Supporting documentation

Dolby provides a full set of documentation to support setting up and configuring the Dolby IMS3000 with
Dolby Atmos audio.
• The Dolby Atmos Designer User’s Manual provides instructions for configuring the theatre auditorium
audio parameters and for generating a Dolby Atmos Designer (.dad) file.
• The Dolby Multichannel Amplifier Manual provides instructions for setting up the Dolby IMS3000 with a
Dolby Multichannel Amplifier.
• The Dolby Atmos Interface DAC3202 Manual provides instructions for setting up a Dolby DAC3202.
• The Dolby IMS3000 User’s Manual provides instructions for operating the Dolby IMS3000.
• The Dolby IMS3000 Software Bundle Release Notes include information about software component
versions and release notes.
• The Dolby Atmos Cinema Processor CP850 Manual provides instructions for operating the Dolby CP850.
• The Dolby Cinema Processor CP950 and Dolby Atmos Cinema Processor CP950A Manual provides
instructions for setting up a Dolby CP950 or CP950A cinema processor.

1.2 Contacting Dolby

You can contact Dolby Cinema Solutions and Support using email or regional telephone numbers. You can
also access documentation by visiting the Dolby customer portal.

Contact Dolby Cinema Solutions and Support

• Send an email to cinemasupport@[Link].
• Call:
AMERICAS: +1-415-645-4900
ASIA, CHINA, and PACIFIC RIM: +86-400-810-5850
EMEA: +44-33-0808-7700
JAPAN: +81-3-4520-9798

Access documentation
Visit [Link]

Submit feedback about this documentation

Send an email to documentation@[Link].

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Introduction to the Dolby IMS3000

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The Dolby IMS3000 is a Digital Cinema Initiatives, LLC (DCI) compliant playback system that plays
movies and other content. It is an all-in-one playback system that provides real-time internal audio
rendering and video playback.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Dolby IMS3000 models

• Dolby IMS3000 web UI
• Dolby IMS3000 packing lists
• Dolby IMS3000 front panel
• Dolby IMS3000 RTC battery life and shelf life
• Default user names and passwords
• LTC output

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2.1 Dolby IMS3000 models

The IMS3000 has a robust feature set, flexible storage options, and an exclusive scalable design.
The IMS3000 can be paired with any external cinema processor, such as the Dolby CP950 or CP950A,
providing an exceptional experience up to and including Dolby Atmos. Or, the IMS3000 can be field-enabled
to offer standalone internal audio processing for 5.1/7.1 or the full power of Dolby Atmos.
There are three IMS3000 models:
• The IMS3-NB contains SDI inputs that support Dual Projector chase mode and playback of content via SDI
Inputs.
• The IMS3-DS does not include SDI connections and supports single projector installations only.
• The IMS3-L-NB is designed for cinema LED wall applications.

2.2 Dolby IMS3000 web UI

The Dolby IMS3000 includes a web user interface (UI) that enables you to configure and control audio and
video settings, ingest content, ingest a Key Delivery Message (KDM), build a show playlist (SPL), and load an
SPL for playback.
The IMS3000 model, configuration, and software version determine whether certain sections of the web UI
are available, or if they display differently, based on the mode (Server Mode, Server + Main Audio, Server +
Atmos Processor).
You can access the Dolby IMS3000 web UI with any web browser, either in private or cookie-tracked browser
modes. However, we recommend using Google Chrome.

2.3 Dolby IMS3000 packing lists

The Dolby IMS3000 packing list is dependent on the storage option ordered.

Packing list for internal storage, 1 TB hard-disk drives

• A box containing a Dolby IMS3000 (no storage) and cable accessories
• A box containing three 2.5" 1 TB HDDs with hard disk drive (HDD) carriers

Packing list for internal storage, 2 TB solid-state drives

• A box containing a Dolby IMS3000 (no storage) and cable accessories
• A box containing three 2.5" 2 TB solid-state drives (SSDs) with SSD carriers

Packing list for Main Storage NAS

• A box containing a Dolby IMS3000 (no storage) and cable accessories
• A box containing the QNAP Main Storage network-attached storage (NAS) with no storage
• A box containing four 3.5" 4 TB HDDs with HDD carriers
Each of the packing list options above contain cable accessories.
The cable accessories include:
• An unpinned RJ45 to DB25 adapter (used with sound processors that have a DB25 input connector)
• One 25’ (7.62 m) GPI cable (unshielded)
• One 25’ (7.62 m) GPO cable (unshielded)

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2.4 Dolby IMS3000 front panel

The Dolby IMS3000 front panel identifies all the connectors, internal HDD slots, and light-emitting diode
(LED) indicators.
Although the connections are the same across all the SKUs, the front panel’s nobs and levers will differ based
on the Dolby IMS3000 you purchase.

Figure 1: Front panel

2.5 Dolby IMS3000 RTC battery life and shelf life

The Dolby IMS3000 contains a real-time clock (RTC). The RTC determines the unlocking of playback keys and
other functions.
The RTC has a rechargeable battery backup but is not field replaceable. The RTC battery has a life expectancy
of ten years under normal use conditions but a shelf life of only one year when fully charged.
The owner is responsible for ensuring that the Dolby IMS3000 RTC battery is properly charged. If a Dolby
IMS3000 has been in storage for at least six months, we recommend charging the RTC battery. To charge the
RTC battery, you must place the Dolby IMS3000 into a projector or Dolby Docking Station and then power on
the device. The Dolby IMS3000 RTC battery requires 60 hours of continuous power for a full charge.

2.6 Default user names and passwords

The Dolby IMS3000 includes default user names and their corresponding default passwords. Each user name
corresponds to a unique log in level with its own privileges to perform certain tasks. The most senior level
user name is root, and the least level user name is ingest.
These default user names and passwords are preconfigured with the Dolby IMS3000:
• User name: root. For the password, contact Dolby if it is unknown or is needed
• User name: admin, password: 1234
• User name: manager, password: password
• User name: doremi, password: doremi
• User name: ingest, password: ingest
By default, the user name accounts are hard coded into the system software and cannot be deleted or
modified.

2.7 LTC output

The Dolby IMS3000 outputs linear timecode (LTC) via the HD-BNC connector marked as LTC OUT on the
faceplate. The LTC is not user configurable. The LTC outputs automatically during playback.
The LTC is generated in Hours:Minutes:Seconds:Frames ([Link]) format, beginning from the start of
each clip. The timecode resets after each clip and does not track the timecode of the SPL.

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Setting up the Dolby IMS3000

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Depending on the internal storage, it may be necessary to install the hard-disk drives or solid-state
drives into the Dolby IMS3000. If you received the Dolby IMS3000 with external storage hardware, you
must install the hard-disk drives into that external storage hardware.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Logging in to the Dolby IMS3000

• Installing the internal storage drives
• Connecting to an automation controller using the GPI and GPO ports

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3.1 Logging in to the Dolby IMS3000

You must log in to use the Dolby IMS3000.

Procedure
1. Open your web browser and enter the Internet Protocol address (IP address) of the Dolby IMS3000 in the
address bar.
2. From the log-in window, enter your user name and password.

Figure 2: Log-in window

3. Click Login.
The Dolby IMS3000 Overview window opens. The Overview window contains information about the
Dolby IMS3000 playback, audio, as well as, scheduled events.

3.2 Installing the internal storage drives

If you purchased the internal storage option, install the internal storage drives into the Dolby IMS3000 for
proper functionality.

About this task

Each internal storage drive must be from the Dolby approved hardware list. Contact Dolby Cinema Solutions
and Support or visit [Link] to receive this document.
If you are not installing the internal storage drives, then put the HDD inserts into the internal storage slots
(which are located in the accessory box).
You do not need to install the internal storage drives in any specific order.

Procedure
1. Remove the Dolby IMS3000 from its carton and antistatic bag.
2. Release the lever of the drive carrier by pressing the release tab, and then insert the drive into the internal
storage slot with the handle open.
The three internal storage slots are labeled HDD-1, HDD-2, and HDD-3 on the Dolby IMS3000 front panel.
3. Push the drive carrier handle into the Dolby IMS3000 internal storage slot until it locks into place.
4. Repeat this procedure for the remaining drives.

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3.3 Connecting to an automation controller using the GPI and GPO

ports
You have the option to connect the Dolby IMS3000 to an automation controller using the GPI and GPO ports.

Prerequisites
You need two shielded CAT5 or CAT6 RJ-45 cables for this task.

Procedure
1. Connect one end of a shielded CAT5 or CAT6 cable to the general purpose input port, labeled GPI, on the
Dolby IMS3000.
2. Connect the other end of the shielded CAT5 or CAT6 cable to whichever automation controller is available
or required.
3. Connect another shielded CAT5 or CAT6 cable to the general purpose output port, labeled GPO, on the
Dolby IMS3000.
4. Connect the other end of the shielded CAT5 or CAT6 cable to the automation controller.
5. Configure the GPIO functions within the Macro editor. More information is provided in the Dolby IMS3000
User's Manual.
Related information
General purpose input and general purpose output pinouts on page 122
General purpose input and general purpose output interface diagrams on page 124

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Setting up the main storage NAS

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The Dolby IMS3000 provides the option of an external storage device to be used as the main storage.
This external storage is performed via a NAS device. This is an alternative to the internal storage of the
three 2.5" drives previously described.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Understanding the main storage NAS

• Connecting the network cables
• Configuring the Dolby IMS3000 to use the main storage NAS
• Configuring the NAS on the Dolby IMS3000

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4.1 Understanding the main storage NAS

The QNAP Systems, Inc., NAS (Dolby part number NAS-Q1-HDD) hardware device ships with the Dolby
IMS3000 if you purchased the external storage option. This external storage option provides a significantly
larger amount of space for content. This solution utilizes four 3.5" 4 TB drives, allowing approximately 11 TB
of formatted redundant array of independent disks (RAID) 5 storage.
This external storage option cannot be used in conjunction with the internal RAID option.
The Main Storage NAS ships from the factory with the networking configuration and login credentials below.
The ethernet1 port includes these settings:
• IP address: [Link]
• Subnet: [Link]
You must directly connect the Dolby IMS3000 to the ethernet1 port.
Note: It is important to remember which port is used on the Dolby IMS3000, as it is needed to
configure the storage on the Dolby IMS3000 webUI.

The ethernet2 port includes these settings:

• IP address: [Link]
• Subnet: [Link]
The Main Storage NAS has an offline ingest feature, which allows you to ingest content into the NAS when the
Dolby IMS3000 is powered off.
To use this offline ingest feature, configure the ethernet2 port to connect to the theatre’s media network.
The default user name is admin, and the password is password.
Note: Shared Main Storage configuration for Chase systems are different. For more information about
Chase storage options, see Chase configuration overview on page 56.

4.2 Connecting the network cables

You must connect the network cables from the Main Storage NAS device to the Dolby IMS3000 and content
management network. Connecting the Main Storage NAS’ ethernet2 port to the Content Management
network is optional.

Prerequisites
You will need to identify which port on the IMS3000 will be assigned to communicate with the Main Storage
NAS. You will also need to identify which port of the IMS3000 will need to communicate with the
management network. Three network cables are also needed to complete the steps in this section.
Note: The network configuration for Chase shared storage is different.

Procedure
1. Connect a network cable from the ethernet1 port of the QNAP device directly to ETH0, ETH1, or ETH2 on
the Dolby IMS3000.
2. Connect a network cable from the ethernet2 port of the QNAP device to the content management
network.
3. Connect a network cable to an Ethernet port on the Dolby IMS3000, that will then connect to the content
management network.

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Figure 3: Cabling diagram

4.3 Configuring the Dolby IMS3000 to use the main storage NAS
To use the main storage NAS, you must configure the Dolby IMS3000 to use the external storage option using
the web UI.

About this task

To configure the external storage option, you must log in with the admin or root user accounts.

Procedure
1. In the Dolby IMS3000 web UI, click Setup & maintenance, and then click Control panel.
2. Click Main storage, and then click Configure main storage.
The Start storage configuration pop-up window appears.

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Figure 4: Start storage configuration window

3. From the Start storage configuration window, a prompt appears where you need to specify how the
IMS3000 will be used. In this setup, select Single Projector or Dual projector chase mode (with
dedicated Storage).
4. Click External Storage, and then click Start (re)configuration.
The External storage access settings pop-up window appears, as shown in the following figure.

Figure 5: External storage access settings popup window

5. From the Unit interface list, select the network port on the Dolby IMS3000 that is used to directly connect
with the Main Storage NAS.
6. In the External storage admin password field, enter the QNAP device administrator password, and then
click Continue.
The default user name is admin, and the password is password.
Note: This will change the IP address of the IMS3000’s Ethernet port to [Link] so that it can
communicate directly with the Main Storage NAS.

7. Click Save, and then click Save again.

8. Reboot the Dolby IMS3000.

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4.4 Configuring the NAS on the Dolby IMS3000

In order to have servers ingest content directly into the NAS when the IMS3000 is offline (otherwise known as
Offline Ingest), the Main Storage NAS will need to have its ethernet2 port configured to communicate with the
Content Network. There are two ways to achieve this task, configuration through the IMS3000 webUI or
through the QNAP webUI.

4.4.1 Configuring the NAS using the Dolby IMS3000 WebUI

You can configure ethernet2 port of the Main Storage NAS by using the Dolby IMS3000 WebUI. Configuring
this port is useful if you want to have servers ingest content directly into the NAS when the IMS3000 is offline
(otherwise known as Offline Ingest).

Procedure
1. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Control panel.
2. Click Main storage, and then click External network.
3. From the Interface field, click on the drop-down menu button, and then select the interface.
4. From the Type field, click on the drop-down menu button, and then select the type. If you’d like to
configure the IP address as DHCP or Static. It is always recommended to use a Static IP address.
5. Enter the IP address in the IP address field.
6. Enter the Netmask address in the Netmask field.
7. Enter the Gateway address in the Gateway field.
8. Click Save.

Figure 6: External network tab

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4.4.2 Configuring the NAS IP addresses using the QNAP WebUI

To have the main storage NAS available for offline ingests, reconfigure the default network configuration of
the ethernet2 port on the QNAP device so that it is accessible by the content management network in your
complex.

Procedure
1. Using a computer on the 192.168.100.X (subnet [Link]) network, connect to the ethernet2 port of
the QNAP device.
2. Open a web browser and type the IP address [Link]:8080 into the address bar, to access the
QNAP device interface and log in.
The default user name is admin, and the password is password.
3. Open the Control Panel application and click Network & File Services.
The Network settings TCP/IP tab is displayed.
4. Use the Edit button to change the network configuration so that it is compatible with the theatre content
management network.
5. Click Apply to save the settings.

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Installing the Dolby IMS3000 into the NEC

5
Series 2 projector
You can install the Dolby IMS3000 into the NEC Series 2 projector. Afterward, you must perform the
marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and the NEC Series 2 projector.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Inserting the Dolby IMS3000 into the NEC Series 2 projector

• Powering on the NEC Series 2 projector
• Setting up the network for the Dolby IMS3000 and NEC Series 2 projector
• Adding the NEC Series 2 projector as a device
• Performing marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and NEC Series 2 projector
• Verifying marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and NEC Series 2 projector

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5.1 Inserting the Dolby IMS3000 into the NEC Series 2 projector
This process covers the general installation of the Dolby IMS3000 into a NEC Series 2 projector. This is
intended as an outline of basic instructions and some instructions will differ based on projector models. For
this reason, please refer to the projector manufacturer’s manual for specific model documentation.

Prerequisites
You must make sure that the NEC Series 2 projector is powered down and in the off position, and the power
cord is disconnected from the wall. Follow standard electrostatic discharge procedures to protect the
electronic components from damage.

About this task

Make sure to look for any obstructions. Do not force the Dolby IMS3000 into the projector, as this may cause
damage to the connectors.

Procedure
1. Remove the NEC Series 2 projector filter cover.

Figure 7: Removing projector cover

2. Remove the four screws holding the projector cover in place.

Figure 8: Removing filter screws

3. Use the key to unlock the projector.

Figure 9: Unlocking the NEC projector

4. Remove the cover from the projector.

Figure 10: NEC projector cover removed

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5. Remove the blank cover from the media block (MB) slot by unscrewing its two handles at the side.

Figure 11: Removing the slot cover

6. Slide the Dolby IMS3000 board into the projector media block slot.

Figure 12: Media block slot

7. Screw in the handles on the side of the Dolby IMS3000 to secure it in the NEC projector.
8. Position the projector cover by lining it up with the screw holes.

Figure 13: Repositioning the front cover

9. Tighten the four screws.

10. Use the key to lock the cover, and then replace the filter cover by pushing it into place.

5.2 Powering on the NEC Series 2 projector

You must power on the NEC Series 2 projector.

About this task

Refer to the manual from the projector manufacturer for the proper power-up sequence.

Procedure
1. Connect the power cable to the projector.
2. Turn the projector on.

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5.3 Setting up the network for the Dolby IMS3000 and NEC Series 2
projector
You must connect the Dolby IMS3000 to the NEC Series 2 projector and then to a laptop and a local network
switch.

Prerequisites
You need three Ethernet cables for this task.

About this task

You may use any available Ethernet port to begin the installation process. All Dolby IMS3000 servers are
shipped from the factory with this default IP address for ETH-0:
• Internet Protocol (IP): [Link]
• SM: [Link]
• GW: Blank
Ethernet ports ETH-1 and ETH-2 are set to Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) by default and could
be used for this configuration if desired.

Procedure
1. Take the first Ethernet cable, and connect it to the Dolby IMS3000 Ethernet port you choose to use. Next,
connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to the local network switch.
2. Take the second Ethernet cable, and connect it from the NEC Series 2 projector to the same local network
switch as step 1.
3. Take the third Ethernet cable, and connect it from the local network switch to a laptop.
4. To set up the network configuration on the laptop to connect to the Dolby IMS3000:
a. Open the laptop network settings, and then open the IP address settings dialog.
b. Select Internet protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the available options.
c. Set the IP address to [Link] and the netmask to [Link].
5. To log in to the Dolby IMS3000 web UI, open a web browser, and enter the default IP address
[Link].
6. Enter the Username, enter the Password, and then click Login.
7. Click Setup & maintenance, click Control panel, and then click Network configuration.
8. Configure the properties of ETH-0, ETH-1, or ETH-2 as needed for installation.
If you change the settings for the Ethernet port that you are using, then you must change the computer
settings to access the Dolby IMS3000 again.

Figure 14: Networking configuration window

9. After you finish, click Save.

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5.4 Adding the NEC Series 2 projector as a device

You must add and then configure an NEC Series 2 projector as a new device.

About this task

To add and configure a projector as a new device, you must log in with the admin or root user accounts.

Procedure
1. Open a web browser, and then enter the Dolby IMS3000 IP address.
2. Enter the log-in credentials, and then click Login.

Figure 15: Web UI log-in screen

3. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Device manager.

Figure 16: Device manager window

4. Click Add device.

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Figure 17: Add device window

5. In the Device manager tab, enter this information:

a. From the Type field, select Projector
b. From Identifier field, enter a name for the projector.
c. From the Enabled field, select Yes.
d. From the Vendor field, select NEC of the projector.
e. From the Model field, select the model of the projector.
f. In the DLP head IP field, enter the default Digital Light Processing (DLP) head IP address.
g. The manufacturer predefined Username and Password are automatically populated.
h. From the Enable subtitles field, select enable or disable projector-rendered subtitles.
i. Check mark the box if this projector is part of a dual projector setup (Chase). See Chase configuration
overview on page 56.
6. After you finish, click Ok.
7. In the authentication window that appears, enter the admin user-name account password, and then click
Ok.

Figure 18: Authentication window

8. Click Save.

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5.5 Performing marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and NEC

Series 2 projector
You must perform the marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and NEC Series 2 projector.

Prerequisites
You may need a computer laptop to connect to the NEC Series 2 projector using an Ethernet cable.
Make sure the projector is properly powered on.

About this task

You can refer to the projector manufacturer manual for additional information or changes related to the
marriage process. Contact the projector manufacturer to receive the latest NEC Digital Cinema
Communicator version.

Procedure
1. Use the control panel on the NEC Series 2 projector to find the IP address, if unknown.

Figure 19: NEC Series 2 projector control panel

2. On your computer laptop, open the NEC Digital Cinema Communicator application.
3. In the Communication Settings window, enter the default IP address of the projector, and then click OK.

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Figure 20: Communication Settings window

4. Click MODE.

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Figure 21: Mode button

5. In the Control Mode window, click the Service tab, enter the password, and then click OK.

Figure 22: Control Mode window

6. In the window that appears, use the arrow button to scroll until the SETUP button is available.
7. Click SETUP.

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Figure 23: Setup button

8. In the Setup window, click Option Slot.

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Figure 24: Setup window

9. From the Slot A list, make sure IMB is selected. If not, select it from the list and then click Apply.

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Figure 25: Option Slot

10. Click Installation, and then click Re-Marriage.

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Figure 26: Re-marriage button

11. To complete the NEC Series 2 projector marriage:

a. Enter the log-in ID and password, and then click Re-Marriage.

Figure 27: IMB Re-Marriage window

b. In the window that appears, click OK.

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Figure 28: Operation successful message

What to do next
You may need to clear the tamper errors on the NEC Series 2 projector.

5.6 Verifying marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and NEC Series 2
projector
After you perform the marriage, you must verify that it is valid and correctly configured.

Procedure
1. Log in to the Dolby IMS3000 web UI.
2. Click Diagnostics, and then click Mediablock.
3. In the Mediablock tab, verify this information in the Security manager section:
• Status: Green
• Physical marriage: Active
• Logical marriage: Engaged
• Active marriage: Active

Figure 29: Media block verification

What to do next
After you finish with the projector installation, you must update the Dolby IMS3000 software.

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Installing the Dolby IMS3000 into a Barco

6
Series 2 projector
You can install the Dolby IMS3000 into a Barco Series 2 projector. Afterward, you must perform the
marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and the Barco Series 2 projector.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Inserting the Dolby IMS3000 into the Barco Series 2 projector

• Powering on the Barco Series 2 projector
• Setting up the network for the Dolby IMS3000 and Barco Series 2 projector
• Adding the Barco Series 2 projector as a device
• Performing marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and Barco Series 2 projector
• Verifying marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and Barco Series 2 projector

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6.1 Inserting the Dolby IMS3000 into the Barco Series 2 projector
This process covers the general installation of the Dolby IMS3000 into a Barco Series 2 projector. This is
intended as an outline of basic instructions and some instructions will differ based on projector models. For
this reason, please refer to the projector manufacturer’s manual for specific model documentation.

Prerequisites
You must make sure that the Barco Series 2 projector is powered down and in the off position, and the power
cord is disconnected from the wall. Follow standard electrostatic discharge procedures to protect the
electronic components from damage.

About this task

Make sure to look for any obstructions. Do not force the Dolby IMS3000 into the projector, as this may cause
damage to the connectors.

Procedure
1. Remove the blank cover of the MB slot by unscrewing the two screws on the sides.

Figure 30: Barco Series 2 projector MB slot

Figure 31: Empty slot

2. Insert the Dolby IMS3000 into the projector MB slot guide rails.
3. Tighten the two screws to secure the Dolby IMS3000 to the projector.

6.2 Powering on the Barco Series 2 projector

You must power on the Barco Series 2 projector.

About this task

Refer to the manual from the projector manufacturer for the proper power-up sequence.

Procedure
1. Connect the power cable to the projector.
2. Turn the projector on.

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6.3 Setting up the network for the Dolby IMS3000 and Barco Series 2
projector
You must connect the Dolby IMS3000 to a Barco Series 2 projector and then to a laptop.

Prerequisites
You need three Ethernet cables for this task.

About this task

You may use any available Ethernet port to begin the installation process. All Dolby IMS3000 servers are
shipped from the factory with this default IP address for ETH-0:
• IP: [Link]
• SM: [Link]
• GW: Blank
Ethernet ports ETH-1 and ETH-2 are set to DHCP by default and could be used for this configuration if
desired.

Procedure
1. Take the first Ethernet cable, and connect it to the Dolby IMS3000 Ethernet port you choose to use. Next,
connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to the local network switch.
2. Take the second Ethernet cable, and connect it from the Barco Series 2 projector to the same local
network switch as step 1.
3. Take the third Ethernet cable, and connect it from the local network switch to a laptop.
4. To set up the network configuration on the laptop to connect to the Dolby IMS3000:
a. Open the laptop network settings, and then open the IP address settings dialog.
b. Select Internet protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the available options.
c. Set the IP address to [Link] and the netmask to [Link].
5. To log in to the Dolby IMS3000 web UI, open a web browser and enter the IP address.
6. Enter the Username, enter the Password, and then click Login.
7. Click Setup & maintenance, click Control panel, and then click Network configuration.
8. Configure the properties for ETH-0, ETH-1, or ETH-2 as needed for installation.
If you change the settings for the Ethernet port that you are using, then you must change the computer
settings to access the Dolby IMS3000 again.

Figure 32: Networking configuration window

9. After you finish, click Save.

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6.4 Adding the Barco Series 2 projector as a device

You must add and then configure the Barco Series 2 projector as a new device.

About this task

To add and configure a projector as a new device, you must log in with the admin or root user accounts.
If you are installing the Dolby IMS3000 into a Barco projector for the first time, you must add the projector in
the Dolby IMS3000 Device Manager tab, save the settings, and then power cycle the projector. Once
complete, you can proceed to marry the Dolby IMS3000 with the Barco projector.

Procedure
1. Open a web browser, and then enter the Dolby IMS3000 IP address for Ethernet port ETH-0.
2. Enter the log-in credentials, and then click Login.

Figure 33: Web UI log-in screen

3. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Device manager.

Figure 34: Device manager window

4. Click Add device.

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Figure 35: Add device window

5. In the Device manager tab, enter this information:

a. From the Type field, select Projector
b. From Identifier field, enter a name for the projector.
c. From the Enabled field, select Yes.
d. From the Vendor field, select Barco.
e. From the Model field, select the model of the projector.
f. In the DLP head IP field, enter the default DLP head IP address.
g. The manufacturer predefined Username and Password are automatically populated.
h. From the Enable subtitles field, select enable or disable projector-rendered subtitles.
i. Check mark the box if this projector is part of a dual projector setup (Chase). See Chase configuration
overview on page 56.
6. After you finish, click Ok.
7. In the authentication window that appears, enter the admin user-name account password, and then click
Ok.

Figure 36: Authentication window

8. Click Save.

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6.5 Performing marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and Barco

Series 2 projector
You must perform the marriage for the Barco Series 2 projector using the external controls.

Prerequisites
If you do not have a valid password, contact the projector manufacturer.

About this task

You can refer to the projector manufacturer manual for additional information or changes related to the
marriage process.
After the Barco Series 2 projector is finished booting up, the lights at the back of the projector illuminate in
red, indicating that the board and the projector are not married. If there is a touchscreen attached to the
projector, two tamper errors appear, indicating that the marriage has not occurred.

Procedure
1. On the Barco Series 2 projector, push the button with the key symbol.
The button illuminates in red to indicate that the physical marriage is not complete. After you push the
button with the key symbol, the numbered buttons flash in orange.

Figure 37: Barco projector key symbol

2. Enter the correct password.

The numbered buttons flash green when you have entered the password correctly.

Figure 38: Barco projector key symbol

Results
Allow approximately a minute for the tamper errors to clear. After the marriage is complete, the button with
the key symbol turns green and the light at the back of the projector also turns green.

6.6 Verifying marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and Barco Series
2 projector
After you perform the marriage, you must verify that it is valid and correctly configured.

Procedure
1. Log in to the Dolby IMS3000 web UI.
2. Click Diagnostics, and then click Mediablock.
3. In the Mediablock tab, verify this information in the Security manager section:
• Status: Green
• Physical marriage: Active
• Logical marriage: Engaged

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• Active marriage: Active

Figure 39: Media block verification

What to do next
After you finish with the projector installation, you must update the Dolby IMS3000 software.

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Installing the Dolby IMS3000 into a Christie

7
Series 2 projector
You can install the Dolby IMS3000 into a Christie Series 2 projector. Afterward, you must perform the
marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and the Christie Series 2 projector.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Inserting the Dolby IMS3000 into the Christie Series 2 projector

• Powering on the Christie Series 2 projector
• Setting up the network for the Dolby IMS3000 and Christie Series 2 projector
• Adding the Christie Series 2 projector as a device
• Performing marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and Christie Series 2 projector
• Verifying marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and Christie Series 2 projector
• Setting the projector channel configuration

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7.1 Inserting the Dolby IMS3000 into the Christie Series 2 projector
This process covers the general installation of the Dolby IMS3000 into a Christie Series 2 projector. This is
intended as an outline of basic instructions and some instructions will differ based on projector models. For
this reason, please refer to the projector manufacturer’s manual for specific model documentation.

Prerequisites
You must make sure that the Christie Series 2 projector is powered down and in the off position, and the
power cord is disconnected from the wall. Follow standard electrostatic discharge procedures to protect the
electronic components from damage.

About this task

Make sure to look for any obstructions. Do not force the Dolby IMS3000 into the projector, as this may cause
damage to the connectors.

Procedure
1. Remove the blank cover of the media block slot, if present, by unlatching the two latches on the sides.
2. Insert the Dolby IMS3000 into the projector media block slot guide rails on the inside of the slot.
The latches must be out and open for the Dolby IMS3000 to fit properly.
3. To open the latches, press the red button.
4. Close the two latches to secure the board.

7.2 Powering on the Christie Series 2 projector

You must power on the Christie Series 2 projector.

About this task

Refer to the manual from the projector manufacturer for the proper power-up sequence.

Procedure
1. Power on the projector.
The Christie Series 2 projector boots into STANDBY mode.
2. On the touch panel controller on the projector, select Login.

Figure 40: Christie projector login

3. Log in as Marriage.
4. Click Menu, click Administrative Setup, and then click Content Devices Configuration.

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Figure 41: Content Devices Configuration

5. From the IMB Installed list, verify that Doremi is selected.

Figure 42: Content Devices Configuration

6. Press the green power button at the top-right corner of the touch panel to switch the projector from
standby to active mode.
The Dolby IMS3000 and projector attempt to communicate with each other at this stage.

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Figure 43: Christie projector Power button

7. Click Acknowledge to clear any critical errors that may appear as the projector is in standby mode.

Figure 44: Alarms message

7.3 Setting up the network for the Dolby IMS3000 and Christie
Series 2 projector
You must connect the Dolby IMS3000 to the Christie Series 2 projector and then to a laptop and a local
network switch.

Prerequisites
You need three Ethernet cables for this task.

About this task

You may use any available Ethernet port to begin the installation process. All Dolby IMS3000 servers are
shipped from the factory with this default IP address for ETH-0:
• IP: [Link]

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• SM: [Link]
• GW: Blank
Ethernet ports ETH-1 and ETH-2 are set to DHCP by default and could be used for this configuration if
desired.

Procedure
1. Take the first Ethernet cable, and connect it to the Dolby IMS3000 Ethernet port you choose to use. Next,
connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to the local network switch.
2. Take the second Ethernet cable, and connect it from the Christie Series 2 projector to the same local
network switch as step 1.
3. Take the third Ethernet cable, and connect it from the local network switch to a laptop.
4. To set up the network configuration on the laptop to connect to the Dolby IMS3000:
a. Open the laptop network settings, and then open the IP address settings dialog.
b. Select Internet protocol version 4 (TCP/IPv4) from the available options.
c. Set the IP address to [Link] and the netmask to [Link].
5. To log in to the Dolby IMS3000 web UI, open a web browser and enter the IP address.
6. Enter the Username, enter the Password, and then click Login.
7. Click Setup & maintenance, click Control panel, and then click Network configuration.
8. Configure the properties for ETH-0, ETH-1, or ETH-2 as needed for installation.
If you change the settings for the Ethernet port that you are using, then you must change the computer
settings to access the Dolby IMS3000 again.

Figure 45: Networking configuration window

9. After you finish, click Save.

7.4 Adding the Christie Series 2 projector as a device

You must add and then configure the Christie Series 2 projector as a new device.

Prerequisites
Verify that the Christie Series 2 projector is powered off.

About this task

To add and configure a projector as a new device, you must log in with the admin or root user accounts.

Procedure
1. Open a web browser, and then enter the Dolby IMS3000 IP address for Ethernet port ETH-0.
2. Enter the log-in credentials, and then click Login.

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Figure 46: Web UI log-in screen

3. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Device manager.

Figure 47: Device manager window

4. Click Add device.

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Figure 48: Add device window

5. In the Device manager tab, enter this information:

a. From the Type field, select Projector
b. From Identifier field, enter a name for the projector.
c. From the Enabled field, select Yes.
d. From the Vendor field, select Christie.
e. From the Model field, select the model of the projector.
f. In the DLP head IP field, enter the default DLP head IP address.
g. The manufacturer predefined Username and Password are automatically populated.
h. From the Enable subtitles field, select enable or disable projector-rendered subtitles.
i. Check mark the box if this projector is part of a dual projector setup (Chase). See Chase configuration
overview on page 56.
6. After you finish, click Ok.
7. In the authentication window that appears, enter the admin user-name account password, and then click
Ok.

Figure 49: Authentication window

8. Click Save.

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7.5 Performing marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and Christie

Series 2 projector
You must use the wizard on the Christie Series 2 projector touch-panel controller to perform the marriage.

About this task

After the Christie projector boots up, the lights on the side of the projector illuminate in red and green,
indicating that the board and the projector are not married. The touch-panel controller attached to the
Christie projector displays a second error window, indicating that the marriage has not occurred.
Refer to the projector manufacturer manual for additional information or changes related to the marriage
process.

Procedure
1. On the Christie Series 2 projector touch-panel screen, tap Acknowledge.

Figure 50: Projector added message

2. Click Menu, click Service Setup, and then click IMB Marriage.

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Figure 51: Christie IMB marriage

3. Tap Next to begin.

Figure 52: Begin Christie IMB marriage

4. In the Marriage Checklist section, tap Next.

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Figure 53: Christie projector marriage checklist

5. Tap Arm Marriage.

After Arm Marriage is pressed, you have 30 seconds to press Marriage on the projector, which should
now illuminate in green.

Figure 54: Christie projector arm marriage

Results
The light on the back of the Christie projector turns green when the marriage is complete.

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Figure 55: Christie projector green light

7.6 Verifying marriage between the Dolby IMS3000 and Christie

Series 2 projector
After you perform the marriage, you must verify that it is valid and correctly configured.

Procedure
1. Log in to the Dolby IMS3000 web UI.
2. Click Diagnostics, and then click Mediablock.
3. In the Mediablock tab, verify this information in the Security manager section:
• Status: Green
• Physical marriage: Active
• Logical marriage: Engaged
• Active marriage: Active

Figure 56: Media block verification

7.7 Setting the projector channel configuration

You must set the input in the Christie channel setup to IMB-Generic for all channels for proper operation.

About this task

If you set the input to other IMB selections, issues may arise with Audio Engineering Society (AES) audio
dropout when a macro is performed during playback.

Procedure
1. On the Christie Series 2 projector touch-panel screen, from the Channel Setup page, select Config 1.
2. From the Input list, select IMB-Generic.

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Figure 57: Christie projector channel configuration

What to do next
After you finish with the projector installation, you must update the Dolby IMS3000 software.

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Chase configuration overview

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Chase enables both the IMS3-NB and IMS3-L-NB servers to play the same content in synchronization.
The primary server uses time code to synchronize playback on the secondary server. This allows both
the primary and secondary server to play the same video frames.
In a chase mode environment, Dolby recommends that auditorium functions like auditorium lighting,
curtain controls, audio processor controls should come from the primary IMS3000. In most cases, this
is a recommendation; however, in connecting to an external Dolby Atmos processor like the CP850 and
CP950A, it is a requirement that communication and connection be with the primary IMS3000.
Important: All IMS3-NB and IMS3-L-NB servers are physically identical, which means you
need to decide which will be primary and which will be secondary, based on your
preference.

Note: The IMS3-DS does not have SDI connections and cannot support chase mode.

This chapter covers the following topics:

• Connecting cables for chase

• Primary server configuration for chase
• Secondary server configuration for chase
• Storage management
• Supported SFP+ modules and switches for the main storage NAS
• Configuring left and right eye configurations for 3D systems with Chase
• Managing macros in chase mode

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8.1 Connecting cables for chase

Once you have identified which IMS3000 will function as the primary and which will function as the
secondary, you need to use SDI and Ethernet cables to connect the servers together.

About this task

The IMS3000 models IMS3-NB and IMS3-L-NB have two high density SDI ports, which are configured by
default as follows:
• SDI-A: Input
• SDI-B: Output

Procedure
1. Install the servers into the projector.
2. Connect the one end of the SDI cable to SDI-B on the primary server, and then connect the other end to
SDI-A on the secondary server.
3. Ensure the IMS3000 servers are on the same network and switch in order for them to communicate
required Chase information.
Below is a connection diagram for the SDI cable connection between the Primary and Secondary server.

Figure 58: SDI connection diagram

8.2 Primary server configuration for chase

You need to configure the primary IMS3000 server web UI to indicate that it will act as the primary in chase
mode.

Procedure
1. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Control panel.
2. Click Chase configuration, and then click Primary server.
3. Click Allow connection. This will allow a connection between the primary and secondary server.
4. Click Save.

Figure 59: Chase configuration - Primary server

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8.3 Secondary server configuration for chase

You will need to configure the secondary IMS3000 server's WebUI to indicate that it will act as the secondary
in chase mode.

Procedure
1. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Control panel.
2. Click Chase configuration, and then click Secondary server.
3. Click Enable, to enable the secondary server.
Note: In order to run the Primary or Secondary projector in a single projector mode. You can
simply click Disable to disable the chase mode.

4. Enter the IP address of the primary server in the Primary server IP address field, and then enter a name
for the setup in the Chase setup name field.
5. Click Save.

Figure 60: Chase configuration - Secondary server

8.4 Storage management

Information about storage management is provided here.
The Dolby IMS3000 in single projector mode has two different storage settings:
• Internal storage configuration
• External storage (Main storage NAS) configuration
When chase mode is configured, a third option becomes available:
• Shared storage configuration (Main storage NAS)

8.4.1 Configuring chase mode with dedicated internal storage

In this configuration the primary and secondary IMS3000 will each have their own dedicated Internal Storage
[i.e., (3) 2.5” 1TB HDD or (3) 2.5” 2TB SSDs]. For chase mode to function properly, it is required that primary
and secondary server have identical content (CPLs) on their dedicated storage, this includes Show Playlists.
That means it is recommended to ingest the SPL onto both the Primary and Secondary server, either build
the SPL on the TMS or Primary server then transfer/ingest the SPL onto the Secondary server.

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About this task

Perform the steps below on both the IMS3000 primary and secondary servers individually.
Note: If this is an existing installation and not a new installation, this step is not necessary. The
internal storage is likely already configured.

Procedure
1. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Control panel.
2. Click Main storage, and then click Configure main storage.
3. Ensure the drop-down Single projector or Dual projector chase mode (with dedicated storage) is
selected then click Internal Storage to select it, and then click Start (re)configuration.

Figure 61: Internal storage configuration

4. Follow the steps prompted to complete the storage configuration.

8.4.2 Configuring chase mode with dedicated external storage

In this configuration the primary and secondary IMS3000 will each have their own dedicated External Storage
(Main Storage NAS). For chase mode to function properly, it is required that primary and secondary server
have identical content (CPLs) on their dedicated storage, this includes Show Playlists. That means it is
recommended to ingest the SPL onto both the Primary and Secondary server, either build the SPL on the
TMS or Primary server then transfer/ingest the SPL onto the Secondary server.

About this task

Perform the steps below on both the IMS3000 primary and secondary servers individually.
Note: If this is an existing installation and not a new installation, this step is not necessary. The
internal storage is likely already configured.

Procedure
1. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Control panel.
2. Click Main storage, and then click Configure main storage.
3. Ensure the drop-down Single projector or Dual projector chase mode (with dedicated storage) is
selected then click External Storage to select it, and then click Start re(configuration).

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Figure 62: External storage configuration

4. The External storage access settings window is prompted.

5. Select the desired IMS3000 Ethernet port you wish to interface with the Main Storage NAS from the Unit
interface menu, and then enter the external storage admin password in the External storage admin
password field.
a. Default admin password is password.
6. Click Continue. The External storage management window will appear.
7. Wait for the process to complete, and then click Save.
8. You will be prompted to reboot the server to complete the configuration.

8.4.3 Dolby IMS3000 chase mode with shared storage

In the Shared Storage configuration, the primary and secondary IMS3000 will share one External Storage
(Main Storage NAS). This configuration eliminates the need to separately maintain two individual storages for
the primary and secondary servers.
During the configuration process the IMS3000 will set the IP addresses of both the Main Storage NAS and the
IMS3000s selected Ethernet ports. Below is an outline of the expected networking configuration.

Main storage NAS

• Ethernet 1: IP [Link] | Subnet [Link]
• Ethernet 2: IP [Link] | Subnet [Link]
• Ethernet 3: User defined

Primary IMS3000
During the Main Storage Configuration, you can select any available IMS3000 Ethernet port. The port will be
configured to:
• IP [Link] | Subnet [Link]

Secondary IMS3000
During the Main Storage Configuration, you can select any available IMS3000 Ethernet port. The port will be
configured to:
• IP [Link] | Subnet [Link]

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Below is a basic diagram on the Shared NAS configuration. There are specific supported networking
options for the Main Storage NAS’ Ethernet3 (SFP+) connection. We have outlined those in Supported SFP
+ modules and switches for the main storage NAS on page 63.

Figure 63: Shared NAS network configuration diagram

Connecting cables for shared storage

The network connection for this setup is very specific for shared storage and is described in this section.

About this task

In this section you will need:
• Two Dolby IMS3000 servers already configured in chase mode.
• IMS3000s should have their Main Storage set as No Storage.
• Dolby-delivered Main Storage NAS
• Two Ethernet cables (CAT5e or above)
• SFP+ module required to be installed on Main Storage NAS. This part is not included when purchased
from Dolby. Please view Chapter 8.5 for supported SFP+ modules.
Important: It is important to note that an SFP+ module is required to be installed in the Main
Storage NAS Ethernet 3 port. This SFP+ module is not provided by Dolby. Failure to connect an SFP
+ module onto the Main Storage NAS will result in the IMS3000 unable to successfully be paired
during the Main Storage configuration process. View Supported SFP+ modules and switches for
the main storage NAS on page 63.

Procedure
1. Connect an Ethernet cable from an available Ethernet port (eth0, eth1, or eth2) onthe IMS3000 primary
server to the Ethernet 1 port of the Main Storage NAS.
a. This should be a 1 to 1 connection (no switch/router).
2. Connect an Ethernet cable from an available Ethernet port (eth0, eth1, or eth2) on the IMS3000 secondary
server to the Ethernet 2 port of the Main Storage NAS.

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a. This should be a 1 to 1 connection (no switch/router).

3. Connect the content network to the Main Storage NAS’ Ethernet 3 port (SFP+ interface).

Setting up the primary server for shared storage

Once the Ethernet cabling is complete, you will need to configure the Main Storage settings on the primary
IMS3000 to use Shared Storage.

Procedure
1. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Control panel.
2. Click Main storage, and then click Configure main storage.
3. Ensure the drop-down Dual projector chase mode (with Shared NAS) is selected then click External
Storage to select it, and then click Start re(configuration).

Figure 64: External storage

4. The External storage access settings window is prompted.

Figure 65: External storage access settings window

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5. Select the desired IMS3000 Ethernet port to interface with the Main Storage NAS from the Unit interface
menu, and then enter the external storage admin password in the External storage admin password
field.
a. Default admin password is password.
6. Click Continue. The External storage management window appears.
7. Wait for the process to complete, and then click Save.
8. You are prompted to reboot the server to complete the configuration.

Setting up the secondary IMS3000 for shared storage

Once the primary server has been configured for Shared Storage, you will need to configure the Main Storage
settings on the secondary IMS3000 to use Shared Storage.

Procedure
1. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Control panel.
2. Click Main storage, and then click Configure main storage.
3. Ensure the drop-down Dual projector chase mode (with Shared NAS) is selected click Shared Storage
to select it, and then click Start re(configuration).
4. The External storage access settings window is prompted.
5. Select the IMS3000 Ethernet port you wish to interface with the Main Storage NAS from the Unit interface
menu, and then enter the external storage admin password in the External storage admin password field.
a. Default admin password is password.
6. Click Continue. The External storage management window will appear.
7. Wait for the process to complete, and then click Save.
8. You will be prompted to reboot the server to complete the configuration.

8.5 Supported SFP+ modules and switches for the main storage NAS
Here is a table presenting the supported SFP+ modules, switches, and DAC cabling that were validated by
Dolby to work with the Main Storage NAS (QNAP).

Table 1: Supported SFP+ modules and switches for the QNAP NAS
Type Manufacturer Model

SFP+ modules FS FS SFP-10G-t

Mellanox (QNAP) MFM1T02A-SR-F-A1 (TRX-10GSFP-SR-

MLX)

Netgear AXM761

SFP+ DAC connector QNAP CAB-DAC50M-SFPP

10G to 1G network switch QNAP QSW-M408-4C

Netgear XS505M

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Figure 66: Shared main storage NAS diagram

8.6 Configuring left and right eye configurations for 3D systems

with Chase
The Dolby IMS3000 can have different image output settings depending on your desired configuration. This
configuration should be performed on both the primary and secondary servers.

About this task

Below are the different options you will find in the Device manager.
• Full (left and right) - The Dolby IMS3000 outputs both left and right eye images on 3D content.
• Left - The Dolby IMS3000 outputs only the left eye images on 3D content.
• Right - the Dolby IMS3000 outputs only the right eye images on 3D content

Procedure
1. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Device manager.
2. Select your Projector device, and then click on the edit icon.
3. Check the box labeled This projector is part of a dual projector setup (Chase).
4. Identify the correct setting for your installation; Full, Left, or Right eye.

Figure 67: Project eye selection

5. Click Ok, when you are finished.

6. Click Save.
1.

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8.7 Managing macros in chase mode

In a Chase mode configuration, the primary and secondary servers typically contain their own set of
automation cues, for example, to control their connected projector functions. Since both primary and
secondary servers share SPLs, there are two options for handling macros (automation cues and trigger cues).
Option 1
The automation cues on both the primary and secondary servers share the same names. This also requires
the devices within the Device Manager to share the same name (For example, Projector named Projector.)
Here are some examples:
• Primary and secondary servers contain an automation cue named exactly the same that opens the
projector dowser. Name: Open Dowser, Target Device: Projector
• In the Device manager, both primary and secondary servers must have a projector device named
Projector. (The IP address can and should differ)
Configuring your macros this way allows the SPL to call the Open Dowser macro and individual
functionality occurs for the primary and secondary servers. In addition, a user can use the Chase
Tools>Sync Macro functionality within the Macro editor to synchronize the primary and secondary
macros.
Option 2
Primary and secondary server macros can have different names or target different devices. In this scenario,
when you build your macros, be sure that the SPL includes both sets of automation cues.
Here is an example:
• The primary server has an automation cue named Primary Open Dowser and the secondary server has an
automation cue named Secondary Open Dowser.

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Updating the Dolby IMS3000 software

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Before you operate the Dolby IMS3000, we recommend that you update the Dolby IMS3000 with the
latest software version.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Software update overview

• Updating the Dolby IMS3000 using a USB flash drive
• Updating the Dolby IMS3000 using the Upload feature
• Updating the Dolby IMS3000 using FTP
• Accepting the Dolby IMS3000 license agreement

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9.1 Software update overview

With previous products, several different components had to be updated separately. With the Dolby IMS3000,
the firmware, software, and Security Manager (SM) update all together in a single bundle.
The latest Dolby IMS3000 software package is available from the Dolby customer portal at https://
[Link]. If you need access, you can sign up on the site or you can contact your dealer.

9.2 Updating the Dolby IMS3000 using a USB flash drive

You can update the Dolby IMS3000 software using a USB flash drive.

Prerequisites
You have received the software package from Dolby.

Procedure
1. Load the software package onto a USB flash drive.
2. Insert the USB flash drive into a USB port on the Dolby IMS3000.
3. Click Ingest & export, and then click Ingest scan.
4. From the Ingest scan window, click Available locations, and then select Local storage.

Figure 68: Ingest scan window

5. Select the software package.

6. Click Ingest.
7. Reboot the Dolby IMS3000 to apply the update.
Remember:
Remove the USB flash drive from the server after the update is complete.

Results
You are now ready to use the newly updated Dolby IMS3000 software.

9.3 Updating the Dolby IMS3000 using the Upload feature

You can update the Dolby IMS3000 software using the Upload feature.

Prerequisites
You have received the software package from Dolby.

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Procedure
1. Click Ingest & export, and then click Upload.
2. Click Choose files.
3. Click on the software package, and then click Open.
4. Click Upload.

Figure 69: Upload packages window

5. Reboot the Dolby IMS3000 to apply the update.

Results
You are now ready to use the newly updated Dolby IMS3000 software.

9.4 Updating the Dolby IMS3000 using FTP

You can update the Dolby IMS3000 software using File Transfer Protocol (FTP).

Prerequisites
You have received the software package from Dolby and have an FTP client application.

Procedure
1. Log in to the Dolby IMS3000 via an FTP client application using admin credentials.
2. Upload the software bundle to the directory /etc/[Link]/.
3. Reboot the Dolby IMS3000 to apply the update.

Results
You are now ready to use the newly updated Dolby IMS3000 software.

9.5 Accepting the Dolby IMS3000 license agreement

You must accept the license agreement in the Dolby IMS3000 web UI after initial setup and after a software
update.

About this task

This option may not be available in future versions of the software.

Procedure
1. After you log in to the Dolby IMS3000 WebUI, click Setup & maintenance, click Control panel, and then
click License & legal notices.
2. Scroll down, read the license agreement, and then select I have read and accept the terms of the
software license agreement.

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Figure 70: License agreement

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Working with DLMs

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The Dolby IMS3000 enables you to ingest a Dolby License Message (DLM) using a USB, the Ingest
Manager, or FTP.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• About the DLM

• Ingesting a DLM using a USB
• Ingesting a DLM using Upload feature
• Ingesting a DLM using FTP

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10.1 About the DLM

A DLM is a software package that is ingested into your server. It enables certain features and functions.

10.2 Ingesting a DLM using a USB

You can ingest a DLM into your server using a USB.

About this task

You have received the DLM package from Dolby.

Procedure
1. Load the DLM package onto a USB.
2. Insert the USB into a USB port on the Dolby IMS3000.
3. Click Ingest & export.
4. From the Ingest scan window, click Available locations, and then select Local storage.

Figure 71: Ingest scan window

5. Select the DLM package.

6. Click Ingest.
7. Reboot the Dolby IMS3000 to apply the update.

Results
The DLM package ingests and then appears under the Licenses tab in the Content page.

10.3 Ingesting a DLM using Upload feature

You can ingest a DLM into your server using Upload.

About this task

You have received the DLM package from Dolby.

Procedure
1. From the Dolby IMS3000 web UI click Ingest & export, and then click Upload.
2. Click Choose files.
3. Click the DLM package, and then click Open.
4. Click Upload.

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Figure 72: Upload packages window

5. Reboot the Dolby IMS3000 to apply the update.

Results
The DLM package ingests and then appears under the Licenses tab in the Content page.

10.4 Ingesting a DLM using FTP

You can ingest a DLM into your server using the FTP.

About this task

You have received the DLM package from Dolby.

Procedure
1. Log in to the Dolby IMS3000 via an FTP client application using admin credentials.
2. Upload the DLM package to the directory /etc/[Link]/.
3. Reboot the Dolby IMS3000 to apply the update.

Results
The DLM package ingests and then appears under the Licenses tab in the Content page.

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Configuring HDMI settings

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The Dolby IMS3000 provides you with the option to add a composition playlist (CPL) as a live source or
to switch to an High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI) input source. In Server mode, note that
there is no support for any coded audio format over HDMI, and there is no support for coded audio
pass-through over HDMI.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• HDMI-in connector
• Adding an HDMI input source as a live CPL

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11.1 HDMI-in connector

The Dolby IMS3000 front panel has a single HDMI-IN connector.

Figure 73: Front panel

11.2 Adding an HDMI input source as a live CPL

In order to playback content from the HDMI through a SPL, you will need to add a Live CPL with the input
source of HDMI input.

Prerequisites
You need one HDMI cable for this task.

Procedure
1. Connect an HDMI cable to the Dolby IMS3000 front panel HDMI-IN input connector.
2. Connect the other end of this HDMI cable to the alternative input source.
3. In the web UI, click Setup & maintenance, click Control panel, and then click Live manager.

Figure 74: Live manager window

4. From the Live source device type list, select Mediablock HDMI.
5. In the Content title field, enter a content title if needed.
6. In the Duration field, enter the duration.
• h - hour
• min - minutes
• sec - seconds
7. Click Create, and then wait for it to be generated.
8. After you finish, add this live CPL to the SPL to ensure the switch to the HDMI input source.
Note: Pausing an HDMI Live CPL during playback does not freeze image and sound. Image and
sound will continue to pass-through. If the duration of the HDMI Live CPL is too short, you may
"pause" Live CPL.

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Related information
Supported formats and frame rates on page 130

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Configuring the Dolby IMS3000 time zone

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The Dolby IMS3000 web UI enables you to configure the Dolby IMS3000 to operate in any time zone for
the convenience of the user. The clock in the device is a real-time clock (RTC) and is in Coordinated
Universal Time (UTC) time zone. The RTC is used with keys that unlock encrypted content.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Configuring the date and time, timezone, and NTP servers

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12.1 Configuring the date and time, timezone, and NTP servers
You can configure the Dolby IMS3000 system date and time, timezone, and NTP servers. Although you do not
need to configure an NTP server, we recommended that you perform this operation to prevent the server
time from drifting.

About this task

You can adjust the RTC to compensate for +/- 6 minutes per calendar year, but you cannot change it beyond
the limits set by DCI. If the clock drifts beyond the limits, contact Dolby Cinema Solutions and Support.

Procedure
1. In the web UI, click Setup & maintenance, click Control panel, and then click Date and time.
2. In the Date and time section, configure this information:
a. From the Time format list, select a time format, and then click Update time.
b. From the Change time lists, select the hour, minute, and seconds. Then, select whether the time is AM
or PM (only in 12h format), and then click Update time.

Figure 75: Date and time configuration

3. Click Timezone, from the Timezone list, select your preferred region of the world or city. Then, click
Save.

Figure 76: Timezone configuration

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12.1.1 Adding a Network Time Protocol server

You can add a Network Time Protocol (NTP) server. This feature allows the Dolby IMS3000 to correct its
possibly drifted time by syncing with a specified NTP server at every boot and every morning at 6:25 AM if the
server is on. If the server is unpowered at 6:25 AM, the NTP sync is also performed at server boot-up. We
highly recommended configuring an NTP server to maintain real time clock (RTC) accuracy.

About this task

To add and configure an NTP as a new device, you must log in with the admin or root user accounts.

Procedure
1. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Control panel.
2. Click Date & time, and then click Add NTP server.

Figure 77: Adding an NTP server

3. Enter the extra delay value (if needed) in Extra delay (seconds) field.
Note: The Extra Delay options allows for a delay on the synchronization time. This is so not all your
servers try to sync to the NTP server at the exact same time.

4. Enter the IP address of the NTP server in the empty field below, and then click Test.
5. Click Save.
6. In the authentication window that appears, enter the admin user name and account password, and then
click Ok.

Figure 78: Authentication window

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12.1.2 Deleting an NTP server

You can delete an NTP server from the NTP servers tab.

Procedure
1. Click Setup & maintenance, and then click Control panel.
2. Click Date and time, and then click NTP servers.
3. Locate and click on the NTP server to delete from the NTP servers list, and then click Delete.
4. Click Save.
5. In the authentication window that appears, enter the admin user name and account password, and then
click Ok.

Figure 79: Authentication window

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Configuring the Dolby IMS3000 user accounts

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The Dolby IMS3000 enables you to add, modify, and delete a user account.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Adding a new user account

• Modifying a user account
• Deleting a user account

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13.1 Adding a new user account

You can add a new user account to the Dolby IMS3000.

About this task

To add a new user account, you must log in with the admin or root user accounts.

Procedure
1. In the web UI, click Setup & maintenance, click Control panel, and then click Account manager.

Figure 80: Account manager

2. Click Add user.

3. In the Add user window, enter this information:
a. Enter a log-in name for the new user account.
b. Enter a Full Name for the new user account.
c. From the Group list, select the type of user account.
d. From the Login type list, select the level for the log-in user account.
e. Enter a password, and then confirm the password.
4. After you finish, click Save.

Figure 81: Add user window

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13.2 Modifying a user account

You can modify a user account created previously and change any user privileges, passwords, and names
associated with it.

About this task

To modify a user account, you must log in with the admin or root user accounts.

Procedure
1. In the web UI, click Setup & maintenance, click Control panel, and then click Account manager.
2. Click on a user account from the Login column.
3. In the Edit user window:
a. In the Full name field, enter a new name, if needed.
b. From the Group list, select a new user account group.

Figure 82: Edit user window

c. Click Set password... to modify the user account password.

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Figure 83: Edit user window

d. After you finish, click Save.

13.3 Deleting a user account

You can delete a user account created previously on the Dolby IMS3000.

About this task

To delete a user account, you must log in with the admin or root user accounts.

Procedure
1. In the web UI, click Setup & maintenance, click Control panel, and then click Account manager.
2. Hover over the user account, and then click the trash bin symbol that appears.
3. From the dialog box, confirm the deletion operation, and then click OK.

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Auditorium systems can be interconnected on a content network, allowing content transfer between
screens. These are called ingest content sources. The Dolby IMS3000 enables you to manually add an
ingest content source, perform an automatic scan of your network for an ingest content source, or
modify an existing ingest content source.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Manually adding a new ingest content source

• Using Auto discover
• Removing an ingest content source

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14.1 Manually adding a new ingest content source

You can manually add a new ingest content source to the Dolby IMS3000.

About this task

You must configure the FTP settings for each ingest content source you add to the Dolby IMS3000. Afterward,
you can ingest content from that source to the Dolby IMS3000.

Procedure
1. In the web UI, click Setup & maintenance, and then click Content feed manager.
2. Click Add server.
3. In the Name field, enter a name for the ingest content source.
4. From the Type list, select the ingest protocol.
5. In the Server IP field, enter an IP address for the ingest content source.
6. In the Username field, enter a user name.
7. In the Password field, enter a password for the user name.
8. In the Remote path field, enter the remote path.
9. In the Play while ingest field, select Yes to enable play while ingest option, or select No to disable the
play while ingest option.
10. From the file type to scan field, select the type of files to scan for on the server.
11. Click Save.

Figure 84: Add server window

14.2 Using Auto discover

You can use Auto discover to scan the network and automatically add a new ingest content source to the
Dolby IMS3000.

Procedure
1. In the web UI, click Setup & maintenance, and then click Content feed manager.
2. Click Auto discover.

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3. In the Auto discover Dolby devices window, use the server identifier tabs to navigate to the desired
ingest content source.

Figure 85: Auto Discovery window

4. Click the server you want to add, and then fill in the information in the Add serverwindow.
5. Click Save.

14.3 Removing an ingest content source

You can remove an ingest content source from the Dolby IMS3000.

About this task

To remove an ingest content source, you must log in with the admin or root user accounts.

Procedure
1. In the web UI, click Setup & maintenance, and then click Content feed manager.
2. Hover over the content feed source, and then click the trash bin symbol that appears.
3. Click Save. If it is not saved, the content feed source will not be deleted.

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Setting up the Dolby IMS3000 audio

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At a basic level, the Dolby IMS3000 operates in Server Mode. In this configuration, the Dolby IMS3000 is
a playback server and does not provide any audio processor capabilities. To enable audio in Server
Mode, an external audio processor (for example, a Dolby CP850) is required. To enable the IMS3000
internal audio processor for 7.1 content, you need the Server + Main Audio Processor DLM. To enable
the IMS3000 internal audio processor for Dolby Atmos content, you need the Server + Atmos
Processor DLM.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• External audio rendering (Server Mode)

• Activate the internal audio processing or Dolby Atmos processing
• Internal audio processor and external amplifiers

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15.1 External audio rendering (Server Mode)

The Dolby IMS3000 ships from the factory in Server Mode. With this option, you must use an external cinema
audio processor to render the audio output.
When the Dolby IMS3000 is in Server Mode:
• The EDID advertises support for only PCM at all the sample rates.
• There is no support for any coded audio format over HDMI.
• There is no support for coded audio pass-through over HDMI.
• The AES AUX inputs and outputs are disabled.

15.1.1 Connecting the Dolby IMS3000 to a cinema audio processor

You can connect the Dolby IMS3000 to an external cinema audio processor to output up to 16 channels of
AES3 audio.

Prerequisites
You need two CAT5e or greater Ethernet cables for this task.

About this task

For more instructions on configuring the Dolby IMS3000 audio, refer to the Dolby IMS3000 User’s Manual.

Procedure
1. If the cinema audio processor does not have RJ-45 ports but has a single 25-pin D-connector, connect an
RJ-45 to 25-pin D-connector audio adapter to the cinema audio processor.
2. Connect one end of the first Ethernet cable to the AES-OUT 1-8 connector port on the Dolby IMS3000
front panel, and then connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to the A port on the RJ-45 to 25-pin D-
connector adapter.
3. Connect one end of the second Ethernet cable to the AES-OUT 9-16 connector port on the Dolby IMS3000
front panel, and then connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to the B port on the RJ-45 to 25-pin D-
connector adapter.
4. In the Dolby IMS3000 web UI, add the cinema audio processor as a raw device in the Device manager tab,
and then save the settings.
See the Dolby IMS3000 User's Manual for more information on how to setup a raw device.

15.2 Activate the internal audio processing or Dolby Atmos

processing
Three methods are available to activate the internal audio processing: USB, Ingest & export, and FTP. Each
method requires a DLM targeted to the Dolby IMS3000.

15.2.1 Activating the audio processing using a USB flash drive

You can activate the internal audio processing for the Dolby IMS3000 with a DLM using a USB flash drive.

Prerequisites
You have received the Audio Processing DLM or Dolby Atmos DLM from Dolby.

Procedure
1. Load the DLM onto a USB flash drive.
2. Insert the USB flash drive into a USB port on the Dolby IMS3000.
3. Click Ingest & export.
4. From the Ingest scan window, click Available locations, and then select Local storage.

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Figure 86: Ingest scan window

5. Select the DLM, and then click Ingest.

6. Reboot the Dolby IMS3000 to apply the update.
Remember:
Remove the USB flash drive from the server after the update is complete.

Results
You are now ready to use the Dolby IMS3000 internal audio processing capabilities.

15.2.2 Activating the audio processing using the Upload feature

You can activate the internal audio processing for the Dolby IMS3000 with a DLM using the Upload feature.

Prerequisites
You have received the Audio Processing DLM or Dolby Atmos DLM from Dolby.

Procedure
1. In the web UI click Ingest & export, and then click Upload.
2. Click Choose files, and then click open.
3. Click the DLM.
4. Click Upload.

Figure 87: Upload packages window

5. Reboot the Dolby IMS3000 to apply the update.

Results
You are now ready to use the Dolby IMS3000 internal audio processing capabilities.

15.3 Internal audio processor and external amplifiers

The Dolby IMS3000 internal audio processor is backward compatible with 5.1 and 7.1 content.
By incorporating the cinema audio processor into the Dolby IMS3000, there are improvements in
Dolby Atmos content handling. Only one KDM is required to play back all the essence files: Main Picture, Main
Audio, Main Subtitle, and Dolby Atmos. The Dolby IMS3000 keeps the Dolby Atmos audio synchronized with

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the Main Picture, without needing the sync signal on AES channel 14. There is no need to request content
decryption KDMs that disable Audio Forensic Marking above Channel 12.
The Dolby IMS3000 supports these audio formats for the HDMI input:
• Dolby Atmos (consumer) at 48 kHz and 96 kHz
• Dolby Digital at 48 kHz
• Dolby Digital Plus at 48 kHz and 96 kHz
• Dolby TrueHD at 48 kHz, 96 kHz, and 192 kHz
• PCM at 48 kHz, 96 kHz, and 192 kHz
• PCM at 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz, 88.2 kHz, and 176.4 kHz using sample rate conversion.
The Dolby IMS3000 provides several methods to output audio.
You can use the Dolby IMS3000 Dolby Atmos Connect ports (AES67 protocol) to one or more Dolby DAC3202
units or Dolby Multichannel Amplifier units.
You can also use the 16-channel AES3 digital outputs (alone or in combination with the AES67 connection).
Note that these may need to be converted to analog for use with certain amplifiers.
The AES3 outputs can be reassigned using Dolby Atmos Designer software for your individual speaker feeds.
If any speaker feeds are assigned to the AES3 outputs, this will disable the pass-through of any other
channels. This is noteworthy if you are using any of these channels for motion chair or other applications, as
they typically use Channel 13.
If you are not installing Dolby Atmos, you can configure the audio for a Dolby Surround 7.1 auditorium. You
can use the Dolby Atmos Connect ports via AES67 or the 16-channel AES3 digital outputs. The Dolby DAC3202
and the Dolby Multichannel Amplifier are supported, or you can use a digital-to-analog converter (DAC) to
interface with analog amplifiers.

Connecting more than one Dolby DAC3202 or Dolby Multichannel Amplifier or a

combination
You can use Dolby audio devices such as the Dolby DAC3202 and Dolby Multichannel Amplifier, or a
combination of these, together.
For more information, refer to the Dolby Multichannel Amplifier User’s Manual .
Attention:
The Dolby DAC3201 uses a Blulink protocol and is not supported for use with the Dolby IMS3000.

Related information
Supporting documentation on page 10

15.3.1 Connecting the Dolby IMS3000 to a Dolby DAC3202

You can connect the Dolby IMS3000 to one or more Dolby DAC3202 units using Dolby Atmos Connect (AES67
protocol) to output up to 32 channels of analog audio from the Dolby DAC3202.

Prerequisites
You need two CAT5e or greater Ethernet cables for this task.

About this task

For more instructions on configuring the Dolby IMS3000 audio, refer to the Dolby IMS3000 User’s Manual .

Procedure
1. Connect one end of the first Ethernet cable to the DOLBY ATMOS CONNECT OUT connector port on the
Dolby IMS3000 front panel, and then connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to the Dolby DAC3202
DOLBY ATMOS CONNECT IN connector port.

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2. Connect one end of the second Ethernet cable to the DOLBY ATMOS CONNECT IN connector port on the
Dolby IMS3000 front panel, and then connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to the Dolby DAC3202
DOLBY ATMOS CONNECT OUT connector port.
3. Generate a Dolby Atmos Designer file that uses digital 1–32 or 33–64 outputs, connect to the Dolby
IMS3000, and then send the Dolby Atmos Designer file over to the Dolby IMS3000.
For instructions on generating a Dolby Atmos Designer file, refer to the Dolby Atmos Designer User’s
Manual .
4. In the Dolby IMS3000 web UI, click Cinema audio and confirm that the Dolby Atmos Designer file is
present.
5. Verify that the proper default audio configuration file is set according to the type of audio setup.
a. Click Cinema audio, and then click Audio configuration.
b. Click to select Internal (DCP), HDMI, SDI, Non-sync, or StreamIt.
c. Use the up and down arrows to adjust the audio delay value.
d. From the EQ Preset list, select an available preset.
e. Click Save.

Figure 88: Audio configuration window

Related information
Dolby IMS3000 with Dolby DAC3202 diagram on page 110

15.3.2 Connecting the Dolby IMS3000 to a Dolby Multichannel Amplifier

You can connect the Dolby IMS3000 to one or more Dolby Multichannel Amplifier units using Dolby Atmos
Connect (AES67 protocol) to output the needed channels for the Dolby Multichannel Amplifier.

Prerequisites
You need two CAT5e or greater Ethernet cables for this task.

About this task

For more instructions on configuring the Dolby IMS3000 audio, refer to the Dolby IMS3000 User’s Manual .

Procedure
1. Connect one end of the first Ethernet cable to the DOLBY ATMOS CONNECT OUT connector port on the
Dolby IMS3000 front panel, and then connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to the Dolby
Multichannel Amplifier DOLBY ATMOS CONNECT IN connector port.

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2. Connect one end of the second Ethernet cable to the DOLBY ATMOS CONNECT IN connector port on the
Dolby IMS3000 front panel, and then connect the other end of this Ethernet cable to the Dolby
Multichannel Amplifier DOLBY ATMOS CONNECT OUT connector port.
3. Generate a Dolby Atmos Designer file with the correct digital routing you wish to use with your
amplifier(s), connect to the Dolby IMS3000, and then send the Dolby Atmos Designer file over to the Dolby
IMS3000.
For instructions on generating a Dolby Atmos Designer file, refer to the Dolby Atmos Designer User’s
Manual .
4. In the Dolby IMS3000 web UI, click Cinema audio and confirm that the Dolby Atmos Designer file is
present.
5. Verify that the proper default audio configuration file is set according to the type of audio setup.
a. Click Cinema audio, and then click Audio configuration.
b. Click to select Internal (DCP), HDMI, SDI, Non-sync, or StreamIt.
c. Use the up and down arrows to adjust the audio delay value.
d. From the EQ Preset list, select an available preset.
e. Click Save.

Figure 89: Audio configuration window

6. Configure the Dolby Multichannel Amplifier to use the digital channels you set in the Dolby Atmos
Designer file.
Related information
Dolby IMS3000 with Dolby Multichannel Amplifier diagram on page 111

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KDM information
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Having the Dolby IMS3000 in Server Mode allows it to be paired with an external audio processor like
the Dolby CP850 and CP950A.
Now that the IMS3000 supports Server Mode and a mode with internal audio processing (IMS3000 +
Atmos Processing) it can result in different KDM types depending on the situation.
The result is that in some situations the way that keys are controlled must be modified.

Single KDM mode

The Dolby IMS3000 uses the internal Dolby Atmos enabled audio processor and requires a single KDM
to play back. This does not change from the current KDM distribution method for Dolby IMS3000
servers.

Dual KDM mode

The Dolby IMS3000 is paired with a CP850 or CP950A. Two KDMs are issued in this configuration.
The dual KDM mode is an identical process currently used with Barco Alchemy and CP850, and the
same KDM distribution methods used with that product combination will work with the Dolby IMS3000
when paired with an outboard immersive audio processor.
Ultimately, the decision of what KDM to send is based on:

Table 2: KDM information

Dolby Atmos screen with Dolby IMS3000

Dolby IMS3000 only Provide single KDM

Dolby IMS3000 with CP850 or CP950A Provide dual KDM

To create playback keys for the Dolby IMS3000, CP850 or CP950A, you will need the certificate for each
device. These certificates can be downloaded from one of Dolby’s sites:
• [Link]/cinema/Certificates: Has a web user interface that allows you to type in
the serial number of the device and be presented with the certificate for download. No log in is
required to access this site.
• [Link]: This FTP server hosts the certificates. Navigate the file structure based on
the serial number to download the certificate(s) you require. Anonymous log in is used to access
this site.

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When in Server + Main Audio Processor or Server + Atmos Processor modes, the Dolby IMS3000
supports several digital inputs/outputs that are configurable in different ways to support alternative
workflows. This is supported through the AES AUX connector on the front panel. The AES AUX inputs/
outputs are disabled when in Server Mode. In Server Mode, In Server Mode, the external audio
processor (i.e. Dolby CP850, Dolby CP950, etc) input/outputs are used instead.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• AES auxiliary inputs and outputs overview

• Adding a microphone
• Adding a booth monitor
• Adding a fader
• Configuring additional auxiliary AES inputs and outputs

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17.1 AES auxiliary inputs and outputs overview

The Dolby IMS3000 does not support any analog inputs or outputs through the AUX AES connector. If the
input source is analog, use an analog-to-digital converter. If analog output is required, use a digital-to-analog
converter.
The Dolby IMS3000 also provides alternative inputs to add a microphone input, add a monitor, add a fader
input, and configure additional AES auxiliary inputs and outputs.

Figure 90: Dolby IMS3000 front panel

17.2 Adding a microphone

You can use the AUX AES input connector on the Dolby IMS3000 front panel to add a microphone input.

Prerequisites
To use an analog microphone, connect the microphone to a preamp and convert the line-level analog signal
to digital AES3.

About this task

The AUX AES input is not a microphone preamp, but it supports unbalanced or balanced AES3 digital input.
You cannot add a microphone if your Dolby IMS3000 is in Server Mode.

Procedure
1. Click Cinema audio, and then click AES configuration.
2. From the AES inputs tab, select which AES input to use, click on the drop-down menu, and then select
Microphone.
3. Click Save.

Figure 91: Microphone configuration

4. Connect a cable with an RJ-45 connector into the AUX AES input connector on the Dolby IMS3000. Next,
connect the other end of this cable to a digital device (such as a microphone or analog-to-digital adapter).
5. In the web UI, click Cinema Audio, and then click Microphone.
6. From the Audio delay (ms) list, select the audio delay in milliseconds.
Normally, the lowest setting is the best.
7. From the EQ preset list, select the equalization (EQ) preset.

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8. From the Output channels list, select the output channel.

Figure 92: Adding a microphone

9. After you finish, click Save.

Related information
Audio adapter and pinouts on page 112

17.3 Adding a booth monitor

You can use the AUX AES output connector on the Dolby IMS3000 front panel to add a booth monitor.

About this task

You cannot add a booth monitor if your Dolby IMS3000 is in Server Mode.

Procedure
1. Connect a cable with an RJ-45 connector into the AUX AES output connector on the Dolby IMS3000. Next,
connect the other end of this cable to a digital booth monitor or a digital-to-analog adapter.
2. In the web UI, click Cinema Audio, and then click AES configuration.
3. Click AES outputs, and then from the AES Outputs section, select which output and channels are used
for the booth monitor.

Figure 93: AES output booth monitor configuration

4. After you finish, click Save.

Related information
Audio adapter and pinouts on page 112

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17.4 Adding a fader

You can add a fader to remotely adjust the audio level in an auditorium.

About this task

You can use only one Cat. No. 868 remote unit at a time with the Dolby IMS3000. As soon as the remote unit is
connected, it is live and communicates with the Dolby IMS3000. You can adjust the audio level using the
Dolby IMS3000 web UI or the fader. The changes display on both.
The combined length of cable connecting the remote unit to the Dolby IMS3000 must not exceed 100 meters
(or 328 feet).
You cannot add a fader if your Dolby IMS3000 is in Server Mode.

Procedure
1. Connect an Ethernet cable into the FADER input connector on the Dolby IMS3000. Next, connect the other
end of this cable to a fader box.
You cannot put this cable through a network switch. It must be a direct connection.
2. In the web UI, click Cinema Audio, and then click AES configuration to configure the fader settings.
3. After you finish, click Save.
Related information
Audio adapter and pinouts on page 112

17.5 Configuring additional auxiliary AES inputs and outputs

You can configure additional inputs and outputs using the auxiliary AES input and output connectors on the
Dolby IMS3000.

About this task

You cannot configure any additional AES inputs and outputs if your Dolby IMS3000 is in Server Mode.
The SMPTE Sync output routes Digital Cinema Package (DCP) AES channel 14 to auxiliary AES output.

Procedure
1. In the web UI, click Cinema Audio, and then click AES configuration to configure any additional inputs
and outputs.

Figure 94: AES configuration window

2. After you finish, click Save.

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The Dolby IMS3000 enables you to monitor certain functions through Simple Network Management
Protocol (SNMP) and remote control functions through application programming interface (API).
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Web services API for remote control

• Downloading the WSDL files
• SNMP monitoring
• ASCII serial commands

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18.1 Web services API for remote control

The Dolby IMS3000 supports an API that enables the Dolby TMS and other devices to control the system
remotely.
Dolby TMS v4.2.1 and greater supports the Dolby IMS3000.
In addition to supporting the previous version of the key-length-value (KLV) API used on the Dolby IMS1000/
Dolby IMS2000, the Dolby IMS3000 includes updated SOAP/web services for additional control of the Screen
management system (SMS) and several new functions not supported in the previous version.
These functions are included for KLV API control of the SMS:
• SPL creation and management
• SPL scheduling
• Ingestion of content over the network
• SMS macros
These functions are included with SOAP/web services controls in the SMS and cinema audio processor:
• KLV API functionality
• Fader control
• Mute control
• Test signal generation
• Room configuration
• EQ settings
• Crossover settings
• Cinema processor status
The Web Services Description Language (WSDL) files for the web service are available on the Dolby IMS3000
at /dolby/share/wsdl/ and from the web UI. When making SOAP calls, use port 10000.

18.2 Downloading the WSDL files

You can download a single WSDL file or all WSDL files from the web UI.

Procedure
1. From the web UI, click Setup & maintenance, and then click Control panel.
2. Click the WSDL download.
3. To view the properties for a specific WSDL file:
a. Find the WSDL file, and then click on the eyeball icon in the Preview column.

Figure 95: Preview WSDL file

b. In the window, you can view the information, and then click Close.

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Figure 96: Preview window

c. To download the WSDL file directly, click the download icon in the Download column.
4. To download the WSDL file without previewing it, click Download.
5. To download all WSDL files, click Download all.

Figure 97: Download all WSDL files

Results
The WSDL files download together in a .zip folder.

18.3 SNMP monitoring

The Dolby IMS3000 supports remote monitoring through SNMP, which is a generic protocol used to monitor
networked devices. It enables central management systems to get information or alarms from these devices.
There are two management information base (MIB) files: [Link] and
[Link]. You need a dedicated MIB browser to view both files.
The MIB files are stored on the Dolby IMS3000 at /dolby/etc/snmp/.

18.4 ASCII serial commands

The Dolby IMS3000 can receive simple American Standard Code for Information Interchange (ASCII)
commands over Ethernet (port 61408).
This table lists the Dolby IMS3000 ASCII commands.

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Table 3: ASCII serial commands

Parameter name Description Argument/value Usage

[Link] Read current fader level ? "[Link] ?"

(represented as Dolby fader
level 0-100; default 70)

Set a new fader level (sets Integer (1-100) "[Link] 70"

fader to 7.0)

Set a new fader level (sets Integer (1-100) "[Link] 55"

fader to 5.5)

ctrl.fader_delta Increase current fader level (Integer 1-100) "ctrl.fader_delta 1"

(increases fader level by .1)

Decrease current fader level (Integer 1-100) "ctrl.fader_delta -1"

(decreases fader level by .1)

Increase current fader level (Integer 1-100) "ctrl.fader_delta 5"

(increases fader level by .5)

[Link] Read current mute state ? "[Link] ?"

("0" = unmuted; "1" =
muted)

Mute system 1 "[Link] 1"

Unmute system 0 "[Link] 0"

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The Dolby IMS3000 enables you to connect remotely using a Bluetooth connection from a hand-held
tablet device to control and administer certain functions.
The Cinema Server Control Bluetooth application is required to be installed on the tablet and is
supported with:
• Minimum Android OS 7.0 and above
• Minimum iOS 11.2 and above
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Bluetooth connection
• Setting up a Bluetooth connection

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19.1 Bluetooth connection

The Cinema Server Control application from Dolby lets you use your Apple iOS or Android tablet to give you
wireless access and control of your Dolby IMS3000 web UI.

Figure 98: Cinema Server Control icon

With a Bluetooth connection, you can enable booth operation of each available server from a single mobile
device, with no physical connection between a personal computer (PC) or servers required. You have access
to all primary server functions, such as playback controls, playlist building, and audio controls. The tablet
does need to be within Bluetooth range of the target server.
The Bluetooth connection is secured via authentication when the connection is first made to help prevent
unauthorized access.
The Dolby IMS3000 requires a Dolby approved USB Bluetooth adapter (which is model ASUS USB-BT400).
We recommend a minimum screen size for the tablet of 9.6" (244 mm) with an extra-high-density screen (320
dpi minimum). Smaller devices, like phones, cannot load the Cinema Server Control application. This
application is available for tablets only.

19.2 Setting up a Bluetooth connection

You have the option to set up a Bluetooth connection with one or multiple Dolby IMS3000s.

Prerequisites
• Connect to the Dolby IMS3000 with a laptop computer. You will need to give permission in the web UI for
the new tablet.
• On the tablet, download and install the Cinema Server Control application from the Apple App Store or
the Google Play Store.
• On the tablet, disable the Wi-Fi connection, and then enable the Bluetooth connection.

About this task

You can install the Cinema Server Control application on Apple iOS or Android.
You must install a USB Bluetooth adapter on each Dolby IMS3000 that will use this functionality.

Procedure
1. Insert the USB dongle into one of the USB connectors on the Dolby IMS3000.
2. On an Apple tablet, launch the Settings application, and then click Bluetooth.
By default, the Bluetooth dongle broadcast name is the [PRODUCT_TYPE] PRODUCT_HOSTNAME (S/N
PRODUCT_SN).
3. On the Android tablet, launch the Settings application, click Connections, and then click Bluetooth.
By default, the Bluetooth dongle broadcast name is the [PRODUCT_TYPE] PRODUCT_HOSTNAME (S/N
PRODUCT_SN).
4. Connect to the Bluetooth device.
5. Launch the Cinema Server Control application.
6. To request access, input the name for your device, and then click Request access.

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Figure 99: Request tablet access

7. From a PC, log in to the Dolby IMS3000 web UI.

8. Click Setup & maintenance, click Control panel, and then click Wireless devices.

Figure 100: Wireless devices

9. Under Wireless devices requesting access, select the green check mark to enable the device you are
adding.
10. After you are finished, look under Trusted wireless devices and confirm the name of the device and that
it is available.
11. On the tablet device, refresh the Cinema Server Control application.

Results
You are now ready to remotely control the Dolby IMS3000 using the tablet device.

What to do next
On the tablet device, launch the Cinema Server Control application and then log in to the web UI after you
are prompted.

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The Dolby IMS3000 AUX AES connector supports AES digital audio input/output to handle a variety of
audio equipment. The AUX AES input supports AES3-EBU (balanced), or Sony/Philips Digital
Interconnect Format (S/PDIF) (unbalanced). There are no analog inputs or outputs on the Dolby
IMS3000. The AUX AES connector is disabled for Server Mode and active only when Server + Main
Audio Processor or Server + Atmos Processor is enabled.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• About the digital and analog audio converters

• Digital-to-analog audio converters
• Analog-to-digital audio converters
• Bidirectional audio converters

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20.1 About the digital and analog audio converters

If analog output is required, use a DAC.
If the input source is analog, use an analog-to-digital converter (ADC).
In the web UI Cinema audio menu AES input tab, you need to select the appropriate balanced or
unbalanced type. In the case of unbalanced audio, connect your signal to the plus pin and the ground to the
minus pin.
If you connect an unbalanced source, the cable impedance must be 75 Ω. If you connect a balanced source,
the cable impedance must be 110 Ω.

20.2 Digital-to-analog audio converters

The following table lists the digital-to-analog audio converters that were tested and approved by Dolby.
These converters can be used to integrate with the Dolby IMS3000.
Important:
This is not a definitive list of digital-to-analog converters. We recommend that you use the Dolby
IMS3000 with one of these converters to avoid performance issues. You can try other devices.
However, they may not work with the Dolby IMS3000.

Table 4: Digital-to-analog audio converters

Manufacturer Product name

Gra-Vue MIO DA-AUD D/A converter

Broadcast Tools DAC-1 24-bit D/A converter

Kramer 6410N D/A converter

RDL HR-DAC1 D/A converter

20.3 Analog-to-digital audio converters

The following table lists the analog-to-digital audio converters that were tested and approved by Dolby.
These converters can be used to integrate with the Dolby IMS3000.
Important:
This is not a definitive list of analog-to-digital converters. We recommend that you use the Dolby
IMS3000 with one of these converters to avoid performance issues. You can try other devices.
However, they may not work with the Dolby IMS3000.

Table 5: Analog-to-digital audio converters

Manufacturer Product name

Gra-Vue MIO AD-AUD A/D converter

Broadcast Tools ADC-1 Plus 24-bit A/D converter

Kramer 6420N A/D converter

RDL HR-ADC1 A/D converter

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20.4 Bidirectional audio converters

The following table lists the bidirectional audio converters that were tested and approved by Dolby. These
converters can be used to integrate with the Dolby IMS3000.
Important:
This is not a definitive list of bidirectional converters. We recommend that you use the Dolby IMS3000
with one of these converters to avoid performance issues. You can try to source something different.
However, it may not work with an existing audio setup.

Table 6: Bidirectional audio converters

Manufacturer Product name

AJA ADA4 four-channel bidirectional A/D and D/A converter

Behringer Ultramatch Pro SRC2496 bidirectional A/D and D/A

converter

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The Dolby IMS3000 audio system diagrams provide useful information to help you verify setup options
and avoid performance issues.
This chapter shows the following diagrams:

• Dolby IMS3000 with Dolby DAC3202 diagram

• Dolby IMS3000 with Dolby Multichannel Amplifier diagram

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21.1 Dolby IMS3000 with Dolby DAC3202 diagram

The Dolby IMS3000 with Dolby DAC3202 audio system diagram provides useful information to help you verify
setup options and avoid performance issues.

Figure 101: Dolby IMS3000 with Dolby DAC3202 diagram

Related information
Digital and analog audio converters on page 106

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21.2 Dolby IMS3000 with Dolby Multichannel Amplifier diagram

The Dolby IMS3000 with Dolby Multichannel Amplifier audio system diagram provides useful information to
help you verify setup options and avoid performance issues.

Figure 102: Dolby IMS3000 with Dolby Multichannel Amplifier diagram

Related information
Digital and analog audio converters on page 106

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The Dolby IMS3000 ships with an audio adapter to help you connect the Dolby IMS3000 to external
devices. This audio adapter is configurable, depending on your audio setup. Note that the Dolby
IMS3000 contains a fully functional cinema audio processor, when enabled. However, you can set it up
with an external audio processor.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• RJ-45 Ethernet cable color codes

• RJ-45 to 25-pin D-connector male adapter pinning
• Pinouts for AES3 channels 1-8 output
• Pinouts for AES3 channels 9-16 output
• Pinout wiring for AES3 audio for Dolby cinema audio processors
• Pinout wiring for AES3 audio for third-party cinema audio processors
• Pinouts for the Dolby CP750 in 5.1 mode
• Pinouts for the Dolby CP750 in 7.1 mode
• Pinouts for the Dolby IMS3000 AES3 auxiliary input or output port
• Auxiliary input audio S/PDIF for RCA to RJ-45 unbalanced cable
• Auxiliary input audio AES3/EBU for XLR-F to RJ-45 balanced cable
• Auxiliary input audio AES-3id BNC to RJ-45 unbalanced cable
• Auxiliary output audio AES3/EBU for RJ-45 to XLR-M balanced cable

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22.1 RJ-45 Ethernet cable color codes

The RJ-45 to DB25 pins are color coded to help you identify which DB25 pinhole to insert the pin into.

Table 7: RJ-45 Ethernet cable color codes channels 1-8

RJ-45 AES 1-8 connector Pins AES 1-8 Side A Color code

Channels 1 and 2 plus 1 Blue

Channels 1 and 2 minus 2 Orange

Channels 3 and 4 plus 3 Black

Channels 5 and 6 plus 4 Red

Channels 5 and 6 minus 5 Green

Channels 3 and 4 minus 6 Yellow

Channels 7 and 8 plus 7 Brown

Channels 7 and 8 minus 8 White

Table 8: RJ-45 Ethernet cable color codes channels 9-16

RJ-45 AES 9-16 connector Pins AES 9-16 Side B Color code

Channels 9 and 10 plus 1 Blue

Channels 9 and 10 minus 2 Orange

Channels 11 and 12 plus 3 Black

Channels 13 and 14 plus 4 Red

Channels 13 and 14 minus 5 Green

Channels 11 and 12 minus 6 Yellow

Channels 15 and 16 plus 7 Brown

Channels 15 and 16 minus 8 White

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22.2 RJ-45 to 25-pin D-connector male adapter pinning

To pin the adapter, you need to insert the correct pin into the male adapter. Use the information provided to
identify the 25-pin D-connector pinhole the cable is connected to.
The 25-pin D-connector end indicates the pin numbers in small print beside each pin.

Figure 103: 25-pin D-connector front

Figure 104: 25-pin D-connector front

Figure 105: 25-pin D-connector back

Figure 106: 25-pin D-connector back

Tip:
Insert the cable into the pinhole until you feel the pin latch/click. To confirm that the pin is secure,
pull the cable slightly to ensure that it does not come out of the connector.

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22.3 Pinouts for AES3 channels 1-8 output

The AES3 channels 1-8 output pinouts and descriptions provide useful information to help you verify setup
options and avoid performance issues.

Table 9: AES3 channels 1-8 output pinouts

Pin number Description

1 Channels 1 and 2 plus

2 Channels 1 and 2 minus

3 Channels 3 and 4 plus

4 Channels 5 and 6 plus

5 Channels 5 and 6 minus

6 Channels 3 and 4 minus

7 Channels 7 and 8 plus

8 Channels 7 and 8 minus

22.4 Pinouts for AES3 channels 9-16 output

The AES3 channels 9-16 output pinouts and descriptions provide useful information to help you verify setup
options and avoid performance issues.

Table 10: AES3 channels 9-16 output pinouts

Pin number Description

1 Channels 9 and 10 plus

2 Channels 9 and 10 minus

3 Channels 11 and 12 plus

4 Channels 13 and 14 plus

5 Channels 13 and 14 minus

6 Channels 11 and 12 minus

7 Channels 15 and 16 plus

8 Channels 15 and 16 minus

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22.5 Pinout wiring for AES3 audio for Dolby cinema audio processors
The AES3 audio wiring for Dolby cinema audio processors pinouts and descriptions provide useful
information to help you verify setup options and avoid performance issues. We recommend that you consult
the cinema audio processor documentation for more information.

Table 11: AES3 audio wiring for Dolby cinema audio processors pinouts
Signal IMB/IMS AES Doremi AUD- CP650 with CP750 (5.1 CP850/ DMA8/DMA8
out D2A AES input Cat790 (5.1 config config and 7.1 CP950/ plus
and 7.1 config) config) CP950A

Channels 1 1A 24 1 14 14 14
and 2 plus

Channels 1 2A 12 2 2 2
and 2 minus

Channels 1 25 7 1
and 2 ground

Channels 3 3A 10 2 3 3 3
and 4 plus

Channels 3 6A 23 16 16 16
and 4 minus

Channels 3 11 7 4
and 4 ground

Channels 5 4A 21 13 17 17 17
and 6 plus

Channels 5 5A 9 5 5 5
and 6 minus

Channels 5 22 7 18
and 6 ground

Channels 7 7A 7 21 for 5.1; none 6 for 5.1; none 6 6

and 8 plus for 7.1 for 7.1

Channels 7 8A 20 19 for 5.1; 19 19

and 8 minus none for 7.1

Channels 7 8 7 for 5.1; none for 7

and 8 ground 7.1

Channels 9 1B 8
and 10 plus

Channels 9 2B 21
and 10 minus

Channels 9
and 10 ground

Channels 11 3B None for 5.1; 21 None for 5.1; 6 22

and 12 plus for 7.1 for 7.1

Channels 11 6B None for 5.1; 10

and 12 minus 19 for 7.1

Channels 11 None for 5.1; 7 for

and 12 ground 7.1

Channels 13 4B 11
and 14 plus

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Table 11: AES3 audio wiring for Dolby cinema audio processors pinouts (continued)
Signal IMB/IMS AES Doremi AUD- CP650 with CP750 (5.1 CP850/ DMA8/DMA8
out D2A AES input Cat790 (5.1 config config and 7.1 CP950/ plus
and 7.1 config) config) CP950A

Channels 13 5B 24
and 14 minus

Channels 13
and 14 ground

Channels 15 7B 25
and 16 plus

Channels 15 8B 13
and 16 minus

Channels 15
and 16 ground

22.6 Pinout wiring for AES3 audio for third-party cinema audio
processors
The AES3 audio wiring for third-party cinema audio processors pinouts and descriptions provide useful
information to help you verify setup options and avoid performance issues. We recommend that you consult
the cinema audio processor documentation for more information.

Table 12: AES3 audio wiring for third-party cinema audio processors pinouts
Signal DTS XD10P Datasat AP20 USL Odyssey 650- QSC Basis QSC DCP
JSD-60/USL OPTIO AES 922dz 100/DCP
JSD-80 200/DCP 300

Channels 1 and 2 14 14 14 14 7 14
plus

Channels 1 and 2 2 2 2 2 15 2
minus

Channels 1 and 2 1 1 Shell 1

ground

Channels 3 and 4 3 3 3 3 24 3
plus

Channels 3 and 4 16 16 16 16 23 16
minus

Channels 3 and 4 4 15 Shell 15

ground

Channels 5 and 6 17 17 17 17 8 17
plus

Channels 5 and 6 5 5 5 5 16 5
minus

Channels 5 and 6 18 4 Shell 4

ground

Channels 7 and 8 6 6 6 6 22 6
plus

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Table 12: AES3 audio wiring for third-party cinema audio processors pinouts (continued)
Signal DTS XD10P Datasat AP20 USL Odyssey 650- QSC Basis QSC DCP
JSD-60/USL OPTIO AES 922dz 100/DCP
JSD-80 200/DCP 300

Channels 7 and 8 19 19 19 19 21 19
minus

Channels 7 and 8 7 18 Shell 18

ground

Channels 9 and
10 plus

Channels 9 and
10 minus

Channels 9 and
10 ground

Channels 11 and
12 plus

Channels 11 and
12 minus

Channels 11 and
12 ground

Channels 13 and
14 plus

Channels 13 and
14 minus

Channels 13 and
14 ground

Channels 15 and
16 plus

Channels 15 and
16 minus

Channels 15 and
16 ground

22.7 Pinouts for the Dolby CP750 in 5.1 mode

Use this table to pin your RJ-45 to 25-pin D-connector male adapter when setting up a Dolby CP750 in 5.1
surround sound mode.

Table 13: Pinouts for connecting to a Dolby CP750 in 5.1 surround sound mode.
RJ-45 Side A DB25 Side RJ-45 Side B

1-Blue 14 No connection

2-Orange 2 No connection

3-Black 3 No connection

4-Red 17 No connection

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Table 13: Pinouts for connecting to a Dolby CP750 in 5.1 surround sound mode. (continued)
RJ-45 Side A DB25 Side RJ-45 Side B

5-Green 5 No connection

6-Yellow 16 No connection

7-Brown 6 No connection

8-White 19 No connection

22.8 Pinouts for the Dolby CP750 in 7.1 mode

Use this table to pin your RJ-45 to 25-pin D-connector male adapter when setting up the Dolby CP750 in 7.1
surround sound mode.

Table 14: Pinouts for connecting to a CP750 in 7.1 surround sound mode
RJ-45 Side A DB25 Side RJ-45 Side B

1-Blue 14 No connection

2-Orange 2 No connection

3-Black 3 6

4-Red 17 No connection

5-Green 5 No connection

6-Yellow 16 19

7-Brown No connection No connection

8-White No connection No connection

22.9 Pinouts for the Dolby IMS3000 AES3 auxiliary input or output
port
Use this table to pin an external device for connection into the auxiliary input or output port on a Dolby
IMS3000.

Table 15: Pinouts for connecting to IMS3000 auxiliary input or output port
Pin number Description

1 AES Input 1: Channels 1/2+ and SP/DIF input 1+

2 AES Input 1: Channels 1/2- and SP/DIF input 1 Ground

3 AES Input 2: Channels 1/2+ and SP/DIF input 2+

4 AES Output 1: Channels 1/2+

5 AES Output 1: Channels 1/2-

6 AES Input 2: Channels 1/2- and SP/DIF input 2 Ground

7 AES Output 2: Channels 1/2+

8 AES Output 2: Channels: 1/2-

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22.10 Auxiliary input audio S/PDIF for RCA to RJ-45 unbalanced cable
Use this table to modify an Ethernet cable to create a S/PDIF 1 and S/PDIF 2 cable.
Note:
There are two different S/PDIF inputs on the Dolby IMS3000 RJ-45 AUX AES connector. You need one
RCA cable to connect each S/PDIF source. The RCA impedance must be 75 Ω.

Table 16: Auxiliary input audio S/PDIF for RCA to RJ-45 unbalanced cable
Signal/designation RJ-45 connector RCA connector

S/PDIF 1 Pin 1 Center pin

Ground for S/PDIF 1 Pin 2 Ground/shield

S/PDIF 2 Pin 3 Center pin

Ground for S/PDIF 2 Pin 6 Ground/shield

Not used Pins 4, 5, 7, 8 Not used

22.11 Auxiliary input audio AES3/EBU for XLR-F to RJ-45 balanced

cable
Use this table to modify an Ethernet cable to create an AES3/EBU for XLR-F to RJ-45 balanced cable.
Tip:
You can connect XLR or other balanced cables from an AES3 digital source.

Table 17: Auxiliary input audio AES3/EBU for XLR-F to RJ-45 balanced cable
Signal/designation RJ-45 connector XLR connector

AES3 IN 1 channels 1 and 2 plus Pin 1 Pin 2

AES IN channels 1 and 2 minus Pin 2 Pin 3

Ground/shield No connection Pin 1

AES IN 2 channels 3 and 4 plus Pin 3 Pin 2

AES IN channels 3 and 4 minus Pin 6 Pin 3

Ground/shield No connection Pin 1

22.12 Auxiliary input audio AES-3id BNC to RJ-45 unbalanced cable

Use the following table to create an AES-3id BNC to RJ-45 unbalanced cable.
Tip:
You could also use a BNC 75 Ω to XLR-M 110 Ω adapter (for example, Neutrik NADIT BNC-MX) with a
balanced cable. A word clock input would typically use this cable.

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Table 18: Auxiliary input audio AES-3id BNC to RJ-45 unbalanced cable
Signal/designation RJ-45 connector BNC connector

AES3 IN channels 1 and 2 Pin 1 Center pin

Ground for channels 1 and 2 Pin 2 Ground/shield

AES3 IN 2 channels 1 and 2 Pin 3 Center pin

Ground for channels 3 and 4 Pin 6 Ground/shield

22.13 Auxiliary output audio AES3/EBU for RJ-45 to XLR-M balanced

cable
Use this table to create an AES3/EBU for RJ-45 to XLR-M balanced cable. The information in this table applies
for any type of AUX AES3 output (hearing impaired (HI)/Visually Impaired-Narration, booth monitor, or
Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) sync signal).
Important:
The Dolby IMS3000 supports only balanced AES3/EBU outputs. If you need to connect to a device that
accepts only unbalanced AES3 input, you need to add an XLR-F 110 Ω to BNC 75 Ω adapter (for
example, Neutrik NADITBNC-FX).

Table 19: Auxiliary output audio AES3/EBU for RJ-45 to XLR-M balanced cable
Signal/designation RJ-45 connector XLR connector

AES3 OUT channels 1 and 2 plus Pin 5 Pin 2

AES OUT channels 1 and 2 minus Pin 6 Pin 3

Ground/shield No connection Pin 1

AES3 OUT 2 channels 1 and 2 plus Pin 7 Pin 2

AES OUT channels 3 and 4 minus Pin 8 Pin 3

Ground/shield No connection Pin 1

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output pinouts
The Dolby IMS3000 supports general purpose input (GPI) and general purpose output (GPO). A GPI
enables an external device to control some basic functions on the Dolby IMS3000. A GPO enables the
Dolby IMS3000 to control external devices, such as lighting or curtain controllers.
This chapter shows the following pinouts:

• General purpose input pinouts

• General purpose output pinouts

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23.1 General purpose input pinouts

The list of GPI pinouts and descriptions provides useful information to help you verify setup options and
avoid performance issues.

Table 20: General purpose input pinouts

Pin number Description

1 GPI 0 plus

2 GPI 0 minus

3 GPI 1 plus

4 GPI 2 plus

5 GPI 2 minus

6 GPI 1 minus

7 GPI 3 plus

8 GPI 3 minus

23.2 General purpose output pinouts

The list of GPO pinouts and descriptions provides useful information to help you verify setup options and
avoid performance issues.

Table 21: General purpose output pinouts

Pin number Description

1 GPO 0

2 GPO 1

3 GPO 2

4 GPO 4

5 GPO 5

6 GPO 3

7 +5 volts direct current (VDC)

8 Ground

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output interface diagrams
The GPI and GPO connection diagrams provide useful information to help you configure the Dolby
IMS3000 to send GPO and receive GPI for automation within the theatre auditorium.
This chapter provides the following information:

• General purpose input and general purpose output overview

• General purpose input interface diagram
• General purpose output interface diagram

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24.1 General purpose input and general purpose output overview

To trigger any of the four general purpose inputs, you need voltages between 5 V and 24 V and current
between 4 mA and 40 mA.
The general purpose output has an open collector stage. The stage can turn on relays with voltage range
from 5 V to 24 V, and current up to 50 mA. The general purpose output connector itself does not provide any
voltage.

24.2 General purpose input interface diagram

The GPI interface diagram provides useful information to help you verify setup options and avoid
performance issues. Each general purpose input turns on if you feed a current between 4 mA and 40 mA,
which corresponds to voltages between 5 V and 24 V.

Figure 107: GPI interface

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24.3 General purpose output interface diagram

The GPO interface diagram provides useful information to help you verify setup options and avoid
performance issues. Each general purpose output has an open collector stage. This stage can turn on relays
with a voltage range of 5 V to 24 V, and a current up to 50 mA.

Figure 108: GPO interface

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LED indicators
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The Dolby IMS3000 LED indicators provide visual information to help you verify operational status and
avoid performance issues. The LED indicators are located on the front panel.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• SMS LED indicators

• SM1 and SM2 LED indicators
• SM3 and SM4 LED indicators

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25.1 SMS LED indicators

The Dolby IMS3000 SMS LED indicators provide information about the status.
SMS1 is located on the left, and SMS2 is located on the right.

Figure 109: SMS1 and SMS2 locations

Table 22: SMS LED indicators

SMS1 SMS2 SMS LED indicator status

Orange Green Standby.

Green Green Central processing unit (CPU) is operational without any warnings
or errors.

Green Orange Server is booting up.

Orange Orange CPU is operational, but the hard-drive RAID is showing an error (for
example, RAID degraded).

Orange Red CPU is operational, but with warning for high or low temperature
status.

Red Off CPU is operational, but no marriage to the projector.

Red Orange CPU is operational but cannot play due to a critical error on the
hard-drive RAID.

Red Red CPU is operational but cannot play due to error in communication
with SM software.

25.2 SM1 and SM2 LED indicators

The SM1 and SM2 LED indicators provide helpful visual information about the security system of the Dolby
IMS3000.
SM1 is located on the left, and SM2 is located on the right.

Figure 110: SM1 and SM2 locations

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Note:
One of the most common issues that you can determine is called FIPS LOCK. Dolby uses Federal
Information Processing Standards (FIPS) as the guidelines for physical security and how to handle
tamper events. FIPS LOCK refers to a condition where the server has detected that its security system
is damaged or is in a tampered state. If you have a Dolby IMS3000 in this state or encounter another
issue, contact Dolby Cinema Solutions and Support.

Table 23: SM1 and SM2 LED indicators

SM1 SM2 SM LED indicator status

Green Orange Booting.

Green Green SM is operational.

Orange Orange SM is in rescue mode; reboot the server.

Red Any SM is in FIPS LOCK.

25.3 SM3 and SM4 LED indicators

The SM3 and SM4 LED indicators provide helpful visual information about the status of the Dolby IMS3000
and its connection to the projector or another secure processing block.
SM3 is located on the left, and SM4 is located on the right.

Figure 111: SM3 and SM4 locations

Table 24: SM3 and SM4 LED indicators

SM3 SM4 Marriage status

Green Green Okay to play; no problem reported since last CPL validation.

Orange Green Service door is closed but needs rearming.

Orange Orange Service door is open; marriage is activated.

Orange Red Service door is open; marriage not activated.

Red Orange Marriage is initialized/armed, but marriage not verified.

Red Green Marriage is not initialized or armed; service door and physical
marriage are ready for marriage.

Red Red Marriage is not activated; physical marriage is broken.

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The Dolby IMS3000 supports HDMI 1.4, HDMI 2.0, and HDCP 2.2. When the Dolby IMS3000 is in Server
Mode, the EDID advertises support for only PCM at all the sample rates.
This chapter covers the following topics:

• Supported formats for internal JPEG2000 DCP playback

• Supported MPEG2/H.264 formats for internal DCP playback
• Supported formats for HDMI 1.4
• Supported formats for HDMI 2.0
• Supported formats for SDI input
• Supported formats for StreamIT

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26.1 Supported formats for internal JPEG2000 DCP playback

This section shows the supported JPEG2000 formats and outputs that corespond to the selected Show
Playlist format for internal DCP playback.
Playback of 4K content requires a compatible projector/display and one of the Device manager selections
listed in the following table.

Table 25: Supported formats for 4K internal DCP playback

Projector/Display Model

Christie Series-2/4K

Series-3/4K

NEC Series-2/4K

Barco Series-2/4K

Kinoton Series-2/4K

LG LG Wall 4K

Playback of 4K48, 4K50, and 4K60 content requires a compatible projector/display and one of the Device
manager selections listed in the following table.

Table 26: Supported formats for 4K48, 4K50, and 4K60 internal DCP playback
Projector Model

Christie Series-4/4K60

NEC Series-2/4K60

Barco Series-4/4K60

LG LG Wall 4K

Dual projector configurations

The Dolby IMS3000 can use the following image output settings, depending on the desired configuration. You
should perform this configuration in the Device managerr on both the primary and secondary server
projector devices.
• Full (left and right): The Dolby IMS3000 outputs both left and right eye images on 3D content.
• Left: The Dolby IMS3000 outputs only the left eye images on 3D content.
• Right: The Dolby IMS3000 outputs only the right eye images on 3D content.
If you select the Left/Right options, the Show Playlist should never be set to 3D or 3D HFR. Since each
IMS3000 plays either the left or right sequence of images, 2D or 4K SPL is the correct selection.
If the Full options are selected, the Show Playlist could be set to 2D, 3D, 3D HFR, or 4K as required. In 3D and
3D HFR mode, the IMS3000 outputs both left and right images.

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Figure 112: Legend for the following table

Table 27: Projector configurations

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26.2 Supported MPEG2/H.264 formats for internal DCP playback

Supported formats for DCP playback are provided.
This table provides the supported formats for internal MPEG2 and H.264 DCP playback.

Table 27: Dual projector configurations

2D/3D Format Frame rate

2D 720p 50 59.94 60

2D 1080i 50 59.94 60

2D 1080p 23.98 24 25 29.97 30

Note: Playback of MPEG2 and H.264 content is not supported in Dual Projection chase mode.

26.3 Supported formats for HDMI 1.4

This table provides the supported formats for HDMI 1.4.

Table 28: Supported for HDMI 1.4

Resolution Color sampling Bit depth Gamut Frame rate Aspect 3D support
ratio

720 × 575p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 ITU-R BT.709 50 4:3 No

[Link] YCbCr 12

640 × 480p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 59.94/60

[Link] YCbCr 12

720 × 480p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12

[Link] YCbCr 12

1280 × 720p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 50/59.94/60 16:9 Frame

Packing,
[Link] YCbCr 12 Side by Side
(Half), Top
Bottom

1920 × 1080i [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 Side-by-

Side (Half)
[Link] YCbCr 12

1920 × 1080p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 No

[Link] YCbCr 12

1920 × 1080p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 23.98/24/25/29.97/3 Frame

0 Packing,
[Link] YCbCr 12 Side by Side
(Half), Top
Bottom

3840 × 2160p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 23.98/24/25/29.97/3 16:9 No

0
[Link] YCbCr 12

4096 × 2160p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10,12 23.98/24/25/29.97/3 256:135

0 (1.89:1)
[Link] YCbCr 12

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26.4 Supported formats for HDMI 2.0

This table provides the supported formats for HDMI 2.0.
Important:
The Dolby IMS3000 HDMI input accepts Rec. 2020 color gamut. The output is converted to P3 color
gamut, for proper display on cinema systems.

Table 29: Supported for HDMI 2.0

Resolution Color sampling Bit depth Gamut Frame rate Aspect 3D support
ratio

720 × 575p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 ITU-R BT.709 50 4:3 No

[Link] YCbCr 12 ITU-R

BT.2020
640 × 480p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 59.94/60

[Link] YCbCr 12

720 × 480p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12

[Link] YCbCr 12

1280 × 720p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 50/59.94/60 16:9 Frame

Packing,
[Link] YCbCr 12 Side by Side
(Half), Top
Bottom

1920 × 1080i [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 Side-by-

Side (Half)
[Link] YCbCr 12

1920 × 1080p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 No

[Link] YCbCr 12

1920 × 1080p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 23.98/24/25/29.97/3 Frame

0 Packing,
[Link] YCbCr 12 Side by Side
(Half), Top
Bottom

3840 × 2160p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 23.98/24/25/29.97/3 No

0
[Link] YCbCr 12

4096 × 2160p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8, 10, 12 23.98/24/25/29.97/3 256:135

0 (1.89:1)
[Link] YCbCr 12

3840 × 2160p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8 50/59.94/60 16:9

[Link] YCbCr 12

4096 × 2160p [Link] RGB YCbCr 8 50/59.94/60 256:135

(1.89:1)
[Link] YCbCr 12

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26.5 Supported formats for SDI input

This table provides the supported formats for serial digital interface (SDI) input. T
Note: The IMS3-DS does not have SDI inputs, so this section does not apply to that model.

Table 30: Supported formats for SDI

Interface Resolution Color sampling Bit depth Gamut Frame rate

HD 1.5 1280x720p [Link] YCbCr, YCxCz 10 Rec.709, P3 50/59.94/60

1920x1080i

1920x1080p/psf [Link] YCbCr, YCxCz 10 Rec.709, P3 23.98/24/25/29.97/30

2048x1080p/psf

Dual-link HD 1280x720p [Link] RGB, XYZ, 10/12 Rec.709, P3 50/59.94/60

1.5 1920x1080i YCbCr, YCxCz

1920x1080p/psf [Link] RGB, XYZ, 10/12 Rec.709, P3 23.98/24/25/29.97/30

2048x1080p/psf YCbCr, YCxCz

1920x1080p [Link] YCbCr, YCxCz 10 Rec.709, P3 47.95/48/50/59.94/60

2048x1080p

3G-A 1920x1080p [Link] YCbCr, YCxCz 10 Rec.709, P3 47.95/48/50/59.94/60

2048x1080p

Dual-link 3G 1920x1080p [Link] RGB, XYZ, 10/12 Rec.709, P3 47.95/48/50/59.94/60

2048x1080p YCbCr, YCxCz

26.6 Supported formats for StreamIT

The IMS3000 supports StreamIT formats.
Video formats
• Frame-based only
• Color space: YUV 4.2.0
• Pixel aspect ratio: Square pixel
• Pixel height: Minimum 720
• Maximum GOP size: 256
Table 31: Codec frame rates

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Table 31: Audio formats

Format Sample rate Channels

PCM 44 Hz Maximum 6

48 Hz Maximum 6

MPEG audio 44 Hz Maximum 6

48 Hz Maximum 6

S302 48 Hz Maximum 6

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Documentation revision history

27
The documentation revision history lists the date, issue number, and description of all publications of
the Dolby IMS3000 Installation Manual.

Date Issue Description

21 March 2017 1 Initial release

14 April 2017 2 Added chapter for LED indicators

10 November 2017 3 Added chapter for GPI and GPO connection diagrams;
added chapter for HDMI input formats; added section for
RTC battery; added more information for AES audio and
adapter pinouts; and made minor modifications.

30 November 2018 4 Limited availability release for software v3.3.22

10 December 2018 5 Updated software reference to v3.3.x

07 November 2019 6 Updated documentation for software v3.4.x

23 July 2020 7 Content changes made throughout

13 January 2022 Preliminary SW 3.5.x update, content changes made throughout

draft 0.9 document.

09 February 2022 Beta Draft Additional SW 3.5.x updates, content changes throughout
document.

24 August 2022 8 Content changes throughout document.

10 May 2023 9 Content changes throughout document.

24 October 2023 10 Content changes throughout document.

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Glossary
AC
Alternating current.
ADC
Analog-to-digital converter.
AES
Audio Engineering Society. An international organization that promotes advances in audio and
disseminates new knowledge and research.
API
Application programming interface. A set of functions that can be used to access the functions of an
operating system or other type of software.
ASCII
American Standard Code for Information Interchange.
CPL
Composition playlist. A composition playlist represents a complete digital cinema work, which may
include features, trailers, teasers, and advertisements.
CPU
Central processing unit.
DAC
Digital-to-analog converter.
DCI
Digital Cinema Initiatives, LLC. A joint venture of several motion picture studios that defines an open
architecture based on voluntary standards for digital cinema systems.
DCP
Digital Cinema Package. A packing list (PKL) file and all of the files that it references.
DHCP
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol.
DLM
Dolby License Message.
DLP
Digital Light Processing. A technology developed by Texas Instruments for processing high-resolution
image pixels in digital cinema projectors using digital micromirrors on a semiconductor chip.
EDID
Extended Display Identification Data. A data structure, standardized by the Video Electronics Standards
Association, which enables a sink device to inform the host device about its identity and capabilities.
EQ
Equalization. The adjustment of audio frequency responses for practical or aesthetic reasons.
FHD
Full-high definition. Video with a display resolution of 1920×1080 pixels and an aspect ratio of 16:9. Also
referred to as 1080p.
FIPS
Federal Information Processing Standards. A set of federal standards (such as data encoding and
encryption standards) for computer systems that are used by nonmilitary government agencies and by
government contractors.

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FPGA
Field-programmable gate array. An integrated circuit (IC) that users can reprogram in the field after
manufacture.
fps
Frames per second. Measurement unit of frame rate.
frame rate
The number of frames decoded per second in real-time operation.
FTP
File Transfer Protocol. A network-based protocol designed for transferring data using a client-server
architecture.
general purpose input
For digital cinema servers, an interface that is used to trigger an internal input (or pulse) to a digital
cinema server.
general purpose output
For digital cinema servers, an interface that is used for macro automation output and is controlled from
the user interface on a digital cinema server.
GPIO
General purpose input/output. Generic, user-configurable pins that are used to control automation
devices.
H.264
An MPEG standard for video compression most commonly used for high-definition video, such as Blu‑ray
Disc. The standard was developed jointly by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and
ISO/IEC MPEG. Also known as Advanced Video Coding (AVC), ISO/IEC MPEG‑4 AVC, and ISO/IEC 14496–
10:2012.
HDCP
High-bandwidth Digital Content Protection. A method of digital encryption developed by Intel that is
designed to prevent copying of audio and video data traveling across HDMI, DisplayPort, Digital Visual
Interface (DVI), and other types of digital connections.
HDD
Hard disk drive.
HDMI
High-Definition Multimedia Interface. A high-speed, high-capacity format for transferring digital
information and the specific hardware interface for the format.
HI
Hearing impaired. A dedicated audio channel that provides amplified dialogue for the hearing impaired.
IMB
Integrated media block. A media block that is installed in a digital cinema projector.
IP
Internet Protocol.
IP address
Internet Protocol address. A numerical identifier assigned to a device that is a member of a network that
uses the IP for communication.
JPEG
Joint Photographic Experts Group. An International Organization for Standardization (ISO)/International
Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) working group that develops still image coding standards. May also
refer to a digital image format for lossy compression.

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KDM
Key Delivery Message. An XML file that is used to provide decryption keys for a specific composition
playlist (CPL) containing encrypted content. A KDM also specifies the time window during which the keys
remain valid, as well as trusted equipment information to ensure that the CPL playback is possible only
on authorized equipment and for an approved period of time.
KLV
Key-length-value. A data format defined by the SMPTE 336M standard. This encoding format is
composed of a data identification (key), followed by a numerical value (length), and finally by the data
encoded (value).
LED
Light-emitting diode. Diode that emits visible light as a result of a forward voltage applied across its
terminals.
LTC
Linear timecode. A timecode developed by the Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers
(SMPTE) that provides a time reference for editing, synchronization, and identification.
MB
Media block. A hardware device that converts packaged feature film content into streaming data and
then delivers the data to the projector.
MIB
Management information base. A type of communications network management database.
NAS
Network-attached storage. Data storage that is accessed by means of a local network connection for fast
data sharing and file access.
PC
Personal computer. A general-purpose computer equipped with a microprocessor and designed to run
especially commercial software for an individual user.
PCM
Pulse code modulation. A digital representation of an analog signal where the amplitude of the signal is
sampled at uniform intervals.
PsF
Progressive segmented frame. A method for acquiring, storing, modifying, and distributing progressive
scan images through the same equipment and media that are used for interlaced video.
RAID
Redundant array of independent disks.
RGB
Red green blue color model.
RTC
Real-time clock. A specialized battery-powered microchip on a computer motherboard that keeps track
of the current time, even when the computer is turned off.
S/PDIF
Sony/Philips Digital Interconnect Format. A digital interface protocol and specification for a physical
connector for carrying digital audio signals, defined in IEC 60958.
SDI
Serial digital interface.

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SM
Security Manager. Embedded software that controls security data and content access from unwarranted
intrusion. SM is required by Digital Cinema Initiatives, LLC (DCI) and is controlled according to defined
policy.
SMPTE
Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers.
SMS
Screen management system. A device connected to a digital cinema projector that plays packaged audio
and video content and issues automation commands to control an auditorium environment.
SNMP
Simple Network Management Protocol. A protocol for managing IP network devices
SOAP
A messaging protocol that uses XML to exchange information among different computer networks with
different operating systems.
SPL
Show playlist. A playlist that defines one digital cinema show and is made up of a sequence of
composition playlists (CPLs) that are associated with automation events, inserts (black pattern and
others), or both.
SSH
Secure Shell protocol. An encrypted network protocol for secure data communication, remote
command-line login, remote command execution, and other secure network services between two
networked computers.
UHD
Ultra-high definition. Ultra-high-definition television or video, with a display resolution of 3840×2160
pixels in the 16:9 aspect ratio. Also referred to as 2160p.
UI
User interface.
USB
Universal Serial Bus. A standard that defines the cables, connectors, and communications protocols
used in connections between computers and electronic devices.
UTC
Coordinated Universal Time.
Visually Impaired-Narration
A dedicated audio channel that provides visual narration for the visually impaired.
YCbCr
Representation of a color space for digital imaging systems. YCbCr represents color using brightness and
two color difference signals for blue and red: Y, Cb, and Cr, respectively.

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