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1. When flashing this LED indicates that video is present but the VIDEO OK Flashing Green input format is unsupported Off When unlit this LED indicates the absence of an input signal Green When lit this LED indicates a valid reference signal When flashing this LED indicates that the reference signal is present but the format is invalid Flashing Green When unlit this LED indicates that a reference signal is not an present or is not supported When lit an LED indicates a valid signal is detected on the AES OK Yellow corresponding AES input 3 4 User Controls MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Reference Compatibility It is important to remember that if you are using Frame 1 or Frame 2 as the reference the input video frame rate must match the reference frame rate Frame Rate Compatibility Refer to Table 3 2 for frame rate compatibility Table 3 2 Compatible Video Formats Output Reference 480i 59 94 720p 59 94 1080i 59 94 480i 59 94 Y v Y 720p 59 94 v v v 1080i 59 94 v v v 576i 50 1080i 50 720p 50 576i 50 720p 50 1080i 50 MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 User Controls 3 5 Operation Notes This section provides additional information for operating the MUX 6258 A Audio Proc Amp Controls The MUX 6258 A includes Processing Amplifiers Proc Amps for the audio inputs on the card Note that these features are no
2. Invalid Reference Hardware Alarm on Abnormal Temperature Selected Reference Format field reports when the reference is a format that is not supported Incompat Rear Module Cleared Selected Disables the alarm HW Status field reports when a rear module is not compatible with the card Cleared Selected Disables the alarm HW Status field reports when the temperature of the SFP module is not in range high low Cleared Disables the alarm Optical Module Alarms Alarm on Abnormal Power Selected HW Status field reports when the power consumption of the SFP module is not in range high low Cleared Disables the alarm 4 10 DashBoard Menus Alarm on Not Detected Selected HW Status field reports when the optical module is not detected Cleared Disables the alarm MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Menu Title Embedded Input Audio Group AES Inputs AES Embedded Outputs Group Table 4 8 Alarms Menu Items Group not present Parameters Selected Description Signal Status field reports when a group is not present on the input Cleared Disables the alarm Channel Silent Input not present Selected Signal Status field reports when the specified channel is detected as silent Cleared Selected Disables the alarm Signal Status field reports when the source for the specified input is n
3. select Strip for that line The default for each line is Pass for all lines of a video format click the Strip button located near the bottom of the applicable sub tab Operating Tip To pass the VANC components without modification for all lines in a specific video format click the Pass button located near the bottom of the sub tab 3 8 User Controls MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 DashBoard Menus In This Chapter This chapter briefly summarizes the menus items and parameters available from the DashBoard Control System for the MUX 6258 A Parameters marked with an asterisk are the factory default values The following topics are discussed Status Tabs Setup Tab Input Status Tab AES Inputs 1 8 Tabs Embedded Outputs Tab Alarm Enables Tab e VANC Processing Tab MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 DashBoard Menus 4 1 Status Tabs This section summarizes the read only information displayed in the Status tabs The fields in the Signal tab vary in severity from green valid yellow caution to red alarm DashBoard reports the most severe alarm for a single field Signal Tab Table 4 1 summarizes the Status tabs items available in DashBoard for the MUX 6258 A Table 4 1 Status Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description OK No Input Invalid Format Indicates when the card is functioning vigne Dials E normally or if errors are detected Non Sync Video Group
4. 1kHz Tone T 5k 500Hz Tone AlA A8B AES 1A to AES 8B GICI G4C4 Group 1 Channel 1 to Group 4 Channel 4 Ch2 Src Channel 2 Source Same as above Ch3 Src Ch4 Src Chl Bkp Ch2 Bkp Ch3 Bkp Ch4 Bkp 5 4 Card edge Menus MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Channel 3 Source Channel 4 Source Channel 1 Backup Source Channel 2 Backup Source Channel 3 Backup Source Channel 4 Backup Source Same as above Same as above Mute T4k 4kHz Tone T2k 2kHz Tone Tik 1kHz Tone T 5k 500Hz Tone AlA A8B AES 1A to AES 8B GICI G4C4 Same as above Same as above Same as above Group 1 Channel 1 to Group 4 Channel 4 Menu Descriptions This section briefly summarizes the menu parameters available in the card edge display of the MUX 6258 A 0 Home This read only menu displays the product name and the slot the card is installed in the frame 1 Factory Defaults This function enables you to return all controls to their factory default values Use the following procedure to reset the card parameters to factory default values using the card edge controls 1 Rotate SW1 to 1 The Four Character Display displays Fact Def 2 Toggle SW2 down and hold for 3 seconds 3 Release SW2 2 Reference Source This menu enables you to select where the card will look for a reference The choices are Frame Reference 1 Fr 1 Frame Referenc
5. Card edge Menus MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Specifications In This Chapter This chapter provides technical specification details on the MUX 6258 A Note that specifications are subject to change without notice The following topics are discussed e MUX 6258 A Technical Specifications Channel Status Data Table MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Specifications 6 1 MUX 6258 A Technical Specifications This section includes the technical specifications for the MUX 6258 A Optical Output 6 2 Specifications Table 6 1 MUX 6258 A Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Number of Inputs 1 SDI Data Rates and SMPTE Standards Accommodated SMPTE 292M SMPTE 259M C Impedance 75ohm terminating Return Loss gt 15dB to 1 485GHz gt 10dB from 1 485GHz to 2 97GHz Cable Length with Equalizer Connector Type Number of Outputs gt 300m of Belden 1694A cable 270Mbps gt 120m of Belden 1694A cable 1 485Gbps gt 80m of Belden 1694A cable 2 97Gbps 1 SMPTE Standards Accommodated SMPTE 259M C SMPTE 292M Nominal Wavelength 1310um Output Power 7dBm to 2dBm Connector Type Number of Outputs Single Mode LC UPC 1 SDI Data Rates and SMPTE Standards Accommodated SMPTE 292M SMPTE 259M C Impedance 75ohm Return Loss gt 15dB to 1 485GHz gt 10dB 1 485GHz to 2 97GHz Signal Level 800mV 10 DC Offset OV 50
6. Output Format Indicates the output video format Optical Module Status OK Temp High Temp Low Tx Power High Indicates the status of the card Optical Module Tx Power Low Tx Fault Not Detected Indicates the status of the card Optical Module Optical Tx Power dBm Indicates the output power of the Optical Module Embedded Audio Status Group PCM No Input PCM Silent Non PCM Async Mixed PCM No Input PCM Silent Non PCM Async Mixed Indicates the presence of input Indicates the presence of input a This parameter indicates that there are more than 3 groups of 24bit SD embedded audio sources b Refer to the section Reference Compatibility on page 3 5 for a complete list of supported formats MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 DashBoard Menus 4 3 Product Tab Table 4 2 summarizes the Product tab items available in DashBoard for the MUX 6258 A Table 4 2 Product Tab Items Tab Title Product Parameters MUX 6258 A Description Supplier Ross Video Ltd Board Rev Hit Indicates the board version Product Rear Modul Read only es Indicates the rear module installed Board S N TEHHBBE Indicates the board serial number Software Rev HEHH Indicates the software version Firmware Rev Hardware Tab HHHH Indicates
7. E ERU HA RECENTE HERE poko PEE eee Mia 3 6 Audio Proc Amp Controls sese eene 3 6 Minimum Delay Overview eric eerie in reine ref erede 3 6 Embedding PCM Signals 3 6 Embedding Non PCM Signals sese 3 7 HANC Processing ccccescesscescesseecceseeseceseeeecaecscesaecaeceaeceeesaeeaeseeeseeeseeeeseneeaeenaes 3 7 VANG Processing nsi ue tn e e Ee RENE Fei ERE eere aa 3 7 DashBoard Menus 4 Status Tabs aee eee tiere eben delit eects e ee en nd tsar xen doles 4 2 SIEMENS 4 2 Hardware Fab este vA ra ovp e p E e ieee 4 4 sz Mir 4 5 Input Status Tab eer vade dedere ir pr cu ee da e so ette b s p est pa 4 7 MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Contents i ii Contents AES Inputs 1 8 Tabs rerien rrna Es N ERE N EE EE 4 8 Embedded Outputs Tab 5 oe e ee nete pt pe PR GR as 4 9 Alarm En bles Tab ie Ue E Rea ea o n CR 4 10 VANG Processing Tab eee eR ie e CHI Hed CE REI ERES 4 12 Card edge Menus 5 Navigating the Card edge Menus enne enne 5 2 Card edse Menus eins eet Hei ato ME s ke 5 3 Menu Descriptions eese ee RR s 5 5 Specifications 6 MUX 6258 A Technical Specifications essen 6 2 Channel Status DataTable 5 eee RR ERAI et ote ee E 6 4 Passing the Status Bytes sse eren nennen nennen 6 4 Service Information 7 Troubleshooting Checklist ee rede HERE e ae nesese 7 2 Bootload Button OU RID entia en to avd bk as k 7 2 Warr
8. NTSC composite analog signal reference inputs e 625 line mode refers to broadcast situations using PAL B composite analog signal reference inputs e PAL refers to PAL B unless otherwise stated Operating Tips and Note boxes are used throughout this manual to provide additional user information MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Introduction 1 5 1 6 Introduction MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Installation In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for installing the Rear Module s for the MUX 6258 A installing the card into the frame cabling details and updating the card software The following topics are discussed Before You Begin Installing the MUX 6258 A e Cabling for the MUX 6258 A Software Upgrades for the MUX 6258 A MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Installation 2 1 Before You Begin Before proceeding with the instructions in this chapter ensure that your DFR 8321 series frame is properly installed according to the instructions in the DFR 8300 Series User Manual Static Discharge Throughout this chapter please heed the following cautionary note ESD Susceptibility Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive semiconductor devices Avoid handling circuit boards in high static environments such as carpeted areas and when synthetic fiber clothing is worn Always exercise proper grounding precautions when working on circuit boards and related eq
9. PCM Async Mixed Displays the word length of the audio in number of bits Displays the status of the Channel A input Ch B Status read only Same as above Word Length read only bit Displays the number of bits of audio Emphasis read only Present The incoming AES signal is indicating 50 15 or CCiTT J 17 emphasis Not Present The incoming AES signal is indicating no emphasis or the emphasis is not indicated Sample Rate read only Displays the sample rate of the AES input a Ifthe SRC is ON an Aysnc PCM incoming AES signal is processed to be PCM and indicated as such MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 DashBoard Menus 4 7 AES Inputs 1 8 Tabs Menu Title Table 4 6 summarizes the AES Inputs 1 4 and AES Inputs 5 8 options available in DashBoard Parameters Selected Table 4 6 AES Inputs Menu Items Description Both channels will carry the average of the two input channels A B 2 When the input is summed the original signals are no longer available for output Cleared Disables this feature Sample Rate Conversion Off SRC is not used on an input Select this option when using non PCM audio data On SRC is used on an input Ch A Delay ms 0 to 1000 Adjusts the delay of the audio channel Ch B Delay ms Same as above Delay Lock Selected Locks the Delay slider of both channels together If the v
10. Technical Support personnel Fiber Optic Connector The MUX 6258 A use a blind mate single mode LC UPC connector to interface with the Full Rear Module 8320A R 048A The rear module is passive which allows for the MUX 6258 A to be replaced without the need to remove any connected BNC or fiber optic cables The fiber optic connector for the card includes a dust cap The dust cap must stay on at all times when the card is not installed in a frame Ensure to keep the fibers end face clean and use the caps to protect the fiber from scratches and collecting dust For More Information onusing the switches refer to the section Navigating the Card edge Menus on page 5 2 on the LEDs located on the card edge refer to the section Status and Selection LEDs on the MUX 6258 A on page 3 3 safety information when handling fiber optic components refer to the section Important Laser Safety Measures and Notices at the beginning of this manual on fiber optic connectors refer to the section Working with Fiber Optic Connectors on page 2 2 MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Control and Monitoring Features This section provides information on the card edge LEDs for the MUX 6258 A Refer to Figure 3 2 for the location of the LEDs and controls OK ERROR LED Function Select Switch Mode Select Switch VIDEO OK LED REF OK LED AES 1 OK LED efi AES 20KLED Hui AES 3 OK LED 4 Character Di
11. are found in the Luma portion Y stream of the HANC in an HD video signal other than audio related packets will be passed from input to output VANC Processing The VANC Processing tab in DashBoard provides options for replacing the full active portion of selected lines of video with black The VANC Processing tab is divided into separate sub tabs for each format 1080p 10801 720p 576i and 480i to provide selection of the lines This enables you to individually select any combination of lines from line 1 up to the third line after the VI for the current video format For interlaced formats the lines in the two fields are separately configured Table 3 4 lists the allowable line selections based on format Table 3 4 VANC Processing Line Selection Field 1 Lines Field 2 Lines 562 586 313 338 264 285 To delete the VANC components in a line 1 Display the Device View in DashBoard for the MUX 6258 A you wish to configure 2 Select the VANC Processing tab MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 User Controls 3 7 3 Select the sub tab located at the bottom of the VANC Processing tab for the applicable video format 4 Inthe Line column locate the line you wish to delete the VANC components for Notice for interlaced formats that the Line column on the left lists the lines in Field 1 and the Line column on the right lists the lines in Field 2 5 To delete the VANC components for a specific line
12. deleted from VANC components are passed unmodified 480i 576i 1080i to the card output Field VANC components are deleted from the card output Indicates the specific line the VANC components will be deleted from VANC components are passed unmodified 720p 1080p to the card output VANC components are deleted from the card output All VANC components are passed unmodified to the card output All Lines All VANC components are deleted from the card output a The range is dependent on the format 4 12 DashBoard Menus MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Card edge Menus In This Chapter This chapter summarizes the Card edge Menu system of the MUX 6258 A and how to navigate the menus and options using the SW1 and SW2 on the card edge The following topics are discussed Navigating the Card edge Menus e Card edge Menus Menu Descriptions MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Card edge Menus 5 1 Navigating the Card edge Menus Use the following procedure to navigate the card edge menus of the MUX 6258 A 1 Locate SW1 and SW2 on the MUX 6258 A card edge Refer to Figure 3 1 on page 3 2 for switch locations 2 Rotate SW1 to the required menu 3 Toggle SW2 to select the required parameter This completes the procedure for navigating the card edge menus of the MUX 6258 A Note Do not power down the card before ensuring that all edited parameters are saved Saving edited p
13. fiber or device transmitting an optical signal The transmitted light is not in the visible spectrum and may cause permanent eye damage Tum off all laser sources before disconnecting devices Rear Module for the MUX 6258 A When installing the MUX 6258 A in the DFR 8321 series frames the 8320AR 048A Full Rear Module R2 6258 is required Installing a Rear Module If the Rear Module is already installed proceed to the section Installing the MUX 6258 A on page 2 4 Use the following procedure to install a Rear Module in your DFR 8321 series frame 1 Locate the card frame slots on the rear of the frame 2 Remove the Blank Plate from the slot you have chosen for the card installation 3 Remove the dust caps from the Fiber ports on the Rear Module that face the interior of the frame Refer to Figure 2 1 and Figure 2 2 for dust cap locations Fiber 1 Port for Cable Dust Cap Off Dust Cap for Ceramic Ferrule to Fiber 1 Port Connector Fiber 1 Port on Rear Module Dust Cap Off Fiber 1 Port to Card Dust Cap Off Card edge Dust Cap for Connector Card Ceramic Ferrule Figure 2 2 Card Connectors with Dust Caps Removed 4 Install the bottom of the Rear Module in the Module Seating Slot at the base of the frame s back plane 5 Align the top hole of the Rear Module with the screw on the top edge of the frame back plane 6 Using a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screw fasten the Rear Module to
14. the back plane of the frame Do not over tighten 7 Ensure proper frame cooling and ventilation by having all rear frame slots covered with Rear Modules or Blank Plates This completes the procedure for installing a Rear Module in your DFR 8321 series frame MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Installation 2 3 Installing the MUX 6258 A The MUX 6258 A uses a single mode LC UPC connector to interface with the 8320AR 048A Full Rear Module R2 6258 Use the following procedure to install the MUX 6258 A in a DFR 8321 series frame 1 Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure Installing a Rear Module on page 2 3 2 Ensure the Rear Module is the 8320AR 048A Full Rear Module 3 Remove the dust cap from the connector on the card end e Refer to Figure 2 1 and Figure 2 3 for dust cap locations Refer to the section Important Laser Safety Measures and Notices at the beginning of this manual for safety information when handling fiber optic components Fiber 1 Port for Cable Dust Cap Off Dust Cap for Ceramic Ferrule to Fiber 1 Port Connector Fiber 1 Port on Rear Module Dust Cap Off Fiber 1 Port to Card Dust Cap Off Card edge Dust Cap for Connector Card Ceramic Ferrule Figure 2 3 Card Connectors with Dust Caps Removed 4 Ensure that the exposed surface of the ceramic ferrule of the connector is clean Refer to the section Working with Fiber Optic Connectors on page 2 2 5 Hold t
15. the firmware version Table 4 3 summarizes the Hardware tab items available in DashBoard for the MUX 6258 A Tab Title HW Status Hardware Read only Parameters OK FPGA load invalid Incomp I O module Current out of spec Internal Error SFP Temp Low SFP Temp High SFP Power High SFP Power Low SFP Tx Fault SFP Not Detected Table 4 3 Hardware Tab Items Description Indicates the status of the hardware including the SFP module Some messages displayed are dependent on the settings in the Alarms Enable tab Voltage mV Supply Voltage Current mA Current consumption of card Optical Module Temperature C Indicates the temperature of the Optical Module Optical Tx Wavelength nm Indicates the wavelength being transmitted CPU Headroom Processing power available RAM Available Uptime h Configuration Bank 4 4 DashBoard Menus On board processing memory available Displays the number of hours since the last reboot of the card Storage count MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Setup Tab Table 4 4 summarizes the Setup options available in DashBoard for the MUX 6258 A Table 4 4 Setup Menu Items Menu Title Reference Parameters Frame 1 Frame 2 Video Description Selects the reference source Minimum Delay Selected Provides the shortest video delay through the card Refer
16. upgrade file you wish to upload DashBoard automatically selects the last directory that you loaded from 5 Click Open to display a confirmation dialog box This dialog box displays the selected file name type size and the file creation date 6 From the Confirmation dialog box select one of the following Cancel Select this option to cancel the upload of the file and return to the Device View Continue Select this option to upload the file While uploading an Uploading Progress dialog box opens Important Clicking Cancel while uploading will leave the card in an invalid state Do not click Cancel unless the uploading progress has stopped completely for 60 seconds or more If upload fails repeat the upload process from DashBoard If the upload process fails again refer to the section Bootload Button on page 7 2 7 Monitor the upgrade progress bar displayed in DashBoard while the software is upgraded on your MUX 6258 A 8 Tocomplete the upgrade process the card automatically reboots Note The communications processor of the MUX 6258 A requires approximately 30 seconds to re start and re establish network communications The MUX 6258 A automatically saves all your settings before starting the reboot process e The status of all the cards in the frame are grayed out until the reboot process is complete This completes the procedure for uploading software to the MUX 6258 A 2 6 Inst
17. BE nn Ross Video Limited MUX 6258 A AES EBU Audio Multiplexer with Fiber Optic Output User Manual Poe a Cerno Ex m openGear m Live Production Technology MUX 6258 A e AES EBU Audio Multiplexer with Fiber Optic Output User Manual Ross Part Number 6258ADR 004 03 e Release Date August 5 2011 Printed in Canada The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice or obligation Copyright 2011 Ross Video Limited All rights reserved Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Ross Video Limited Reproduction or reverse engineering of copyrighted software is prohibited Patents This product is protected by the following US Patents 4 205 346 5 115 314 5 280 346 5 561 404 7 034 886 7 508 455 7 602 446 7 834 886 7 914 332 This product is protected by the following Canadian Patents 2039277 1237518 1127289 Other patents pending Notice The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only It is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as commitment by Ross Video Limited Ross Video Limited assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual Trademarks ROSS Is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited Ross ROSS ROSS are registered trademarks of Ross Video Limited openGear is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limite
18. Not Indicated 0000 7 5 0 7 6 9 ASCII Source ID Unused 0 10 13 Sampling Frequency Scaling Flag Reserved ASCII Destination ID No Scaling 0 Unused 0 Unused 0 14 17 Local Sample Address Unused 0 18 21 Time of Day Unused 0 22 0 7 23 0 7 C Data Reliability CRC Passing the Status Bytes Only the first 5 Status Bytes are marked as Reliable All other Status Bytes are marked as Unreliable Calculated CRC The MUX 6258 A replaces Channel Status Bytes according to Table 6 2 or passes Status Bytes through from input to output The following conditions must be met for Status Bytes to pass AES inputs must be 48kHz synchronous e SRC is set to OFF Data Word Length in the Channel Status Bytes must match what is embedded 6 4 Specifications MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections Troubleshooting Checklist e Warranty and Repair Policy MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Service Information 7 1 Troubleshooting Checklist Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required In the event of problems with your MUX 6258 A the following basic troubleshooting checklist may help identify the source of the problem If the frame still does not appear to be working properly after checking all possible causes please contact your openGear products distributor or the Technical Support depart
19. Not Present Group Channel Silent OK AES Input Not Present Source Missing Source Async Audio Status Indicates the status of the audio source AES Input Silent General Group 4 Reduced to 20bit Read only Backup Source Missing Backup Source Async Indicates that a valid reference source is OK present The following conditions are occurring Card reference is set to Frame 1 or No Ref Video Frame 2 A valid reference signal is not present Reference Status Card has gone to Video Timing Mode The following conditions are occurring Card reference is set to Frame 1 or Frame 2 No Ref Free Ri A ias d dE A valid reference signal is not present A valid video signal is not present Card has gone to Free Run Mode 4 2 DashBoard Menus MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Tab Title General Read only Signal AES Inputs Read only Reference Status Table 4 1 Status Tab Items Parameters Invalid Format Video Description Card has detected an invalid reference format and has switched to Video Timing Mode Invalid Format Free Run The following conditions are occurring Card has detected an invalid reference format Input video is missing or invalid Card has switched to Free Run Mode Input Format Indicates the input video format Reference Format Indicates the reference video format
20. against unsafe practices Notice The symbol with the word Notice within the equipment manual indicates a situation which if not avoided may result in major or minor equipment damage or a situation which could place the equipment in a non compliant operating state ESD Susceptibility This symbol is used to alert the user that an electrical or electronic device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event p e gt o e Important Safety Instructions Caution This product is intended to be a component product of the DFR 8300 series frame Refer to the DFR 8300 series frame User Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component products 22 Warning Certain parts of this equipment namely the power supply area still present a safety hazard with the power switch in the OFF position To avoid electrical shock disconnect all A C power cards from the chassis rear appliance connectors before servicing this area gt Warning Service barriers within this product are intended to protect the operator and service personnel from hazardous voltages For continued safety replace all barriers after any servicing This product contains safety critical parts which if incorrectly replaced may present a risk of fire or electrical shock Components contained with the product s power supplies and power supply
21. al release of those substances into the environment and to diminish the need for the extraction of natural resources Ross Video encourages you to use the appropriate take back systems These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials from your end of life equipment in an environmentally friendly and health conscious manner The crossed out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use these systems If you need more information on the collection reuse and recycling systems please contact your local or regional waste administration You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performances of our products Company Address Ross Video Limited R OSS 8 John Street Iroquois Ontario Canada KOE 1KO General Business Office Fax Technical Support After Hours Emergency E mail Technical Support E mail General Information Website Ross Video Incorporated P O Box 880 Ogdensburg New York USA 13669 0880 1 613 e 652 4886 1 613 e 652 e 4425 I 1 613 e 652 4886 1 613 e 349 e 0006 I techsupport rossvideo com solutions rossvideo com http www rossvideo com Contents Introduction 1 MST VIC W kd aa tenb toi ei el at te ea n ca tec ex etu EMI AA ke e eae 1 2 hing eee ta M 1 2 Functional Block Dia Stain so inris rente xar eese asie Erene tk E Ne cha 1 3 BE SM SPICE RET m 1 4 DashBoard Control System e
22. allation MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 User Controls In This Chapter This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on the MUX 6258 A The following topics are discussed Card Overview Control and Monitoring Features Reference Compatibility Operation Notes MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 User Controls 3 1 Card Overview This section provides a general overview of the MUX 6258 A components For information on the LEDs available on the card edge refer to the section Control and Monitoring Features on page 3 3 Figure 3 1 MUX 6258 A Card edge Components 1 Function Select Switch 3 Four Character Display 5 Fiber Optic Connector 2 Mode Select Switch 4 Bootload Button 1 3 2 User Controls Function Select Switch Use this switch to select general operation functions and menu items This switch works in conjunction with the Mode Select Switch Mode Select Switch Use this switch to enable disable and select specific configurations within the operational function modes menu selected first with the Function Select Switch Four Character Display This display is located on the card edge and reports the menu and options selected using the Function Select Switch and the Mode Select Switch Bootload Button This button for factory service in the unlikely event of a complete card failure Do not press this button unless instructed to do so by Ross
23. alues for the two channels are different that change is maintained when the channels are locked Cleared The Delay slider is unlocked Ch A Gain dB 18 to 18 Adjusts the gain of the audio channel Ch B Gain dB Same as above Gain Lock Selected Locks the Gain slider of both channels together If the values for the two channels are different that change is maintained when the channels are locked Cleared The Gain slider is unlocked Ch A Invert Selected Inverts the audio signal of the channel Cleared The audio signal is not inverted Ch B Invert Same as above Input Reset Resets the parameters for the selected input to the default values Inputs a The default value is 0 4 8 DashBoard Menus Reset Resets the indicated input parameters to the default values MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Embedded Outputs Tab Table 4 7 summarizes the Embedded Outputs options available in DashBoard Menu Title Table 4 7 Embedded Outputs Menu Items Enable Parameters Selected Cleared Description Determines if the group is inserted in the output or not Ch Source Mute Group Ch AES Hz Tone kHz Tone Configures the Primary Source that is inserted in to the embedded group if present Ch Backup Source Mute Group Ch AES Hz Tone kHz Tone Conf
24. anty and Repair Policy cisci e iiias 7 3 MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Introduction In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections Overview Functional Block Diagram User Interfaces Documentation Terms and Conventions A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing an openGear MUX 6258 A AES EBU Audio Multiplexer with Fiber Optic Output Your MUX 6258 A is part of a full line of Digital Products within the openGear Terminal Equipment family of products backed by Ross Video s experience in engineering and design expertise since 1974 You will be pleased at how easily your new MUX 6258 A fits into your overall working environment Equally pleasing is the product quality reliability and functionality Thank you for joining the group of worldwide satisfied Ross Video customers Should you have a question pertaining to the installation or operation of your MUX 6258 A please contact us at the numbers listed on the back cover of this manual Our technical support staff is always available for consultation training or service MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Introduction 1 1 Overview The MUX 6258 A is a broadcast quality embedder with one multi rate SDI input which supports up to 16 channels of embedded audio and eight AES 75ohm unbalanced audio inputs A single mode fiber interface with an LC UPC connector provides an SDI output The MUX 6258 A can take in up to eight AES inputs and embeds them in
25. arameters can take up to 10 seconds 5 2 Card edge Menus MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Card edge Menus Table 5 1 lists all the menus and menu items available using the card edge controls To activate some of these parameters it may be necessary to toggle SW2 in either direction or it may require that SW2 be held in either direction for a few seconds Default values are indicated with an asterisk Refer to the section Menu Descriptions on page 5 5 for a brief summary of the menus available on the card edge Table 5 1 Card edge Menus and Items Card Edge Menu Label MUX 6258 A slot Fact Def Ref Src Test Patt MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Menu Name Home Factory Default Reference Source Loss of Input Test Pattern Group Select Group Enable Card Edge Item Label Item Name Factory Default Frame 1 Reference Frame 2 Reference Video None 75 SMPTE Bars YC Ramp Y C Ramp L Ramp Luma Ramp Matr Path Matrix Pathological Blue Flat Field Blue Black Flat Field Black Frq Swp Frequency Sweep 100 100 Full Field Bars Enabled Disabled Card edge Menus 5 3 Menu Select Table 5 1 Card edge Menus and Items Card Edge Menu Label Chl Src Menu Name Channel 1 Source Card Edge Item Label Mute Item Name T4k 4kHz Tone T2k 2kHz Tone TIk
26. area are not intended to be customer serviced and should be returned to the factory for repair To reduce the risk of fire replacement fuses must be the same time and rating Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer gt EMC Notices United States of America FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A Digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense T Notice Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video Limited could void the user s authority to operate this equipment CANADA This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appariel numerique de la classe A est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada EUROPE This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of CE Directive 93 68 EEC INTERNATIONAL This equipment has been t
27. d DashBoard Control System is a trademark of Ross Video Limited Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories All other product names and any registered and unregistered trademarks mentioned in this guide are used for identification purposes only and remain the exclusive property of their respective owners Important Regulatory and Safety Notices Before using this product and any associated equipment refer to the Important Safety Instructions listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage Products may require specific equipment and or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements Notices have been included in this publication to call attention to these specific requirements Symbol Meanings This symbol on the equipment refers you to important operating and maintenance servicing instructions within the Product Manual Documentation Failure to heed this information may present a major risk of damage or injury to persons or equipment Warning The symbol with the word Warning within the equipment manual indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Caution The symbol with the word Caution within the equipment manual indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert
28. d into the frame 3 Release the button The STATUS OK LED will flash green while the card is waiting for a new software load Ifa new software load is not sent to the card within 60 seconds the card will attempt to restart with its last operational software load Software loads can be sent to the MUX 6258 A via the connection on the rear of the frame This completes the procedure for reload the software on a MUX 6258 A 7 2 Service Information MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Warranty and Repair Policy The MUX 6258 A is warranted to be free of any defect with respect to performance quality reliability and workmanship for a period of FIVE 5 years from the date of shipment from our factory In the event that your MUX 6258 A proves to be defective in any way during this warranty period Ross Video Limited reserves the right to repair or replace this piece of equipment with a unit of equal or superior performance characteristics Should you find that this MUX 6258 A has failed after your warranty period has expired we will repair your defective product should suitable replacement components be available You the owner will bear any labor and or part costs incurred in the repair or refurbishment of said equipment beyond the FIVE 5 year warranty period In no event shall Ross Video Limited be liable for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages including loss of profits incurred by the use of this
29. dures be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements AN Caution Before operating or servicing this product all personnel should be familiar with laser safety and fiber handling practices Safety Measures for Operation During normal operation of this product heed the following safety measures Do not stare at or into broken or damaged fibers Do not stare at or into optical connectors Only properly trained and authorized personnel shall be permitted to perform laser fiber optic operations Ensure that appropriate labels are displayed in plain view and in close proximity to the optical port on the protective housing access panel of the terminal equipment Safety Measures for Maintenance and Servicing T Warning Do not use optical equipment such as a microscope or an eye loupe to stare at the energized fiber end Doing so may damage your eyes During maintenance and servicing of this product only properly trained and authorized personnel shall be allowed to use optical test or diagnostic equipment Laser Information CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT AN IEC 60825 1 2007 Caution INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE BEAM Environmental Information The equipment that you purchased required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment To avoid the potenti
30. e 2 Fr 2 and Video Vid Refer to the section Reference Compatibility on page 3 5 for a list of supported reference formats 3 Loss of Input Use this menu to select what type of video displays at the system s outputs when the input video signal is lost or invalid 4 Test Pattern This menu enables you to specify the type of test pattern to output Note that this setting 1s not retained on power down 5 Group Select This menu enables you to select the embedded group before enabling the group assigning sources to the channels and backup sources This menu is used in conjunction with Menus 6 to E 6 Group Enable Use this menu to determine if the selected group is embedded in the output or not MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Card edge Menus 5 5 7 8 9 A Channel Source Use Menus 7 to A to configure the Primary Source that is inserted into the embedded group if present These menus are used in conjunction with Menu 5 Group Select The following are the default values based on the group selected Table 5 2 Primary Source Default Values B C D E Channel Backup Source Use Menus B to E to configure the Backup Source that is inserted when the Primary Source is unavailable This menu is used in conjunction with Menu 5 Group Select The following are the default values based on the group selected Table 5 3 Backup Source Default Values 5 6
31. e you are required to insert a connector into a device or mating AN sleeve you must clean the connector All exposed surfaces of the ceramic ferrule must be clean Follow your facility practices of cleaning fiber optic connectors Connectors must always be inserted into a device or have a dust cap on DFR 8321 Series Frames Cabling Overview In the DFR 8321 series frames the MUX 6258 A is used with the 8320AR 048A Full Rear Module R2 6258 Each card occupies two slots and provides one SDI input one SDI output one fiber output and eight unbalanced AES inputs Figure 2 4 SDI Fiber Out AES In 1 Not Used AES In 2 AES In 3 SDI In AES In 4 SDI Out AES In 5 AES In 6 AES In 8 AES In 7 Figure 2 4 Cable Connections for the 8320AR 048A Rear Module MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Installation 2 5 Software Upgrades for the MUX 6258 A This section provides instructions for upgrading the software for your MUX 6258 A using the DashBoard Control System Performing Software Upgrades DashBoard enables you to upload software updates to the MUX 6258 A Use the following procedure to upload software to the MUX 6258 A 1 Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software version file 2 In DashBoard display the Device tab of the MUX 6258 A by double clicking its status indicator in the Basic Tree View From the Device tab click Upload to display the Select File for upload dialog box 4 Navigate to the bin
32. ence Timeout sec 1 to 60 value raises an alarm All menu options are unlocked and can be Unlocked edited Edit Permission All menu items except this one are Locked locked and read only Resets the parameters in the Audio Inputs All Audio and Embedded Audio Outputs tabs to factory defaults Factory Defaults Resets all parameters to factory defaults 4 6 DashBoard Menus MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Input Status Tab Table 4 5 summarizes the Input Status options available in DashBoard Menu Title Video Input amp Embed Audio AES Table 4 5 Input Status Menu Items Input Format read only Parameters Description Displays the format of the video input CRC Errors read only Displays the count of the CRC errors on the video input This 14bit counter is reset on loss of video or by user request The counter is non latching and will roll over from maximum count to zero For SD formats it displays both active picture and full frame errors For HD formats it displays the total count of errors Error Count Reset Resets the CRC Errors field Embedded Audio Group Channel read only PCM No Input PCM Silent Non PCM Async Mixed Displays the status of each group and channel of embedded audio Word Length read only Ch A Status read only bit PCM No Input PCM Silent Non
33. ese enne nnne 1 4 Card edge Controls sse eene enne 1 4 SNMP Monitoring and Control esses nene 1 4 Documentation Terms and Conventions sess enn een nennen nnne nnne 1 5 Installation 2 Before You Begin intend re HU E EHI E TU EE pa e HD aati Eod 2 2 Static Discharge iie tette ene tei sda vate Pene eoe t ee eH EORR 2 2 Unpacking einseitig 2 2 Working with Fiber Optic Connectors esssssseseeseeeeeeneenneneenn 2 2 Installing the MUX 0258 A iine er E RE ER HERR E sa gin NERA RENE seen 2 3 Rear Module for the MUX 6258 A isssssessseseeeeee eere nennen nennen enne enn 2 3 Installing a Rear Moduleres 2 3 Installing the MUX 6258 A esses ener eere nnne enne 2 4 Cabling for the MUX 6258 A iiie eei ter re te ree pii dece Pero ede cases 2 5 DFR 8321 Series Frames Cabling Overview sssssssseeeeeee 2 5 Software Upgrades for the MUX 6258 A sssssssseseeee eene nre 2 6 Performing Software Upgrades sese 2 6 User Controls 3 Card OVerVIew soci idit I RICE TERRENI casts EET VIG e t vedete deske eki PER REESE NUT Ug 3 2 Control and Monitoring Features esee eter teer tenent tee ferendo 3 3 Status and Selection LEDs on the MUX 6258 A ssssssseeeenneeneenennns 3 3 Reference Compatibility acd etie nee tere nea dert T Head ds 3 5 Frame Rate Compatibility essere 3 5 Operation Notes ucc DERE EHE
34. ested to CISPR 22 1997 along with amendments A1 2000 and A2 2002 and found to comply with the limits for a Class A Digital device Notice This is a Class A product In domestic environments this product may A cause radio interference in which case the user may have to take adequate measures Maintenance User Serviceable Parts Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required This product contains no user serviceable parts If the module does not appear to be working properly please contact Technical Support using the numbers listed under the Contact Us section on the last page of this manual All openGear products are covered by a generous 5 year warranty and will be repaired without charge for materials or labor within this period See the Warranty and Repair Policy section in this manual for details Important Laser Safety Measures and Notices Before using this product and any associated equipment refer to the sections below so as to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage For further safety information when using fiber products consult the following publications IEC 60825 2 Safety of Laser Products Part 2 Safety of Optical Fiber Communication Systems OFCS for use outside of the U S A ANSI Z136 2 Safe Use of Optical Fiber Communication Systems Utilizing Laser Diode and LED Sources for use in the U S A Products may require specific equipment and or installation proce
35. he MUX 6258 A by the edges and carefully align the card edges with the slots in the frame 6 Fully insert the card into the frame until the rear connection plus is properly seated in the Rear Module You will feel a click when the card mates onto the rear module 7 Affix the supplied Rear Module Label to the BNC area of the Rear Module 8 Remove the dust cap from the Fiber 1 port the topmost fiber optic port on the Rear Module that faces the exterior of the frame 9 Ensure the ceramic ferrule of the Fiber 1 port connector is clean 10 Cable your rear module as outlined in the section Cabling for the MUX 6258 A on page 2 5 This completes the procedure for installing the MUX 6258 A in a DFR 8321 series frame 2 4 Installation MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Cabling for the MUX 6258 A This section provides information for connecting cables to the installed Rear Modules on the DFR 8321 series frames Connect the input and output cables according to the following sections The MUX 6258 A accommodates eight synchronous AES input streams at 48kHz or any asynchronous AES streams from 32kHz to 96kHz with SRC enabled Note that SRC should only be used with Pulse Code Modulation PCM digital audio and not any form of compressed signal such as Dolby The optical connector used to mate the card to the rear module is designed for blind mate optical connectors All fiber interfaces are single mode fibers Notice Every tim
36. igures the Backup Source that is inserted when the Primary Source is unavailable Presets MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Pass Configures the group source settings with the original group as the Primary Source and original group as the Backup Source Configures the group source settings with the original group as the Primary Source and AES inputs as the Backup Source Overwrite Configures the group source settings with AES inputs as the Primary Source and embed as the Backup Source DashBoard Menus 4 9 Alarm Enables Tab Table 4 8 summarizes the Alarm Enables Menu options available in DashBoard Table 4 8 Alarms Menu Items Menu Title No Input Parameters Selected Description Signal Status field reports a loss of input Cleared Disables the alarm Invalid Input Selected Input Format field displays an alarm when the input video is a format that is not supported Cleared Disables the alarm Incompatible Input Video Input amp Reference Selected Input Format field reports when the video frame rate is not the same as the reference input Cleared Disables the alarm Alarm Non Sync Video Selected Signal Status field reports if the video input is asynchronous to the reference Cleared Disables the alarm No Reference Selected Reference Status field reports loss of input conditions Cleared Disables the alarm
37. mV Rise and Fall Time 20 80 700ps typical 270Mbps 120ps typical 1 485Gbps 2 97Gbps Overshoot lt 10 Connector Type BNC MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Table 6 1 MUX 6258 A Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Number of Inputs 8 AES 3id inputs Impedance 75ohm Input Resolution 24bits Nominal Signal Level 1V p p Spline 48kHz compliant with SMPT E 272M A or any rate from 20kHz to 96kHz with SRC on Connector Type DIN 1 0 2 3 Operating Range 5 C to 40 C ambient Powe Total Power Consumption lt 8W MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Specifications 6 3 Channel Status Data Table The following table shows the channel status bit information that is used for all output audio Table 6 2 Channel Status Data Byte Bit Function Transmitted Professional or Consumer use of Channel Status Block Professional 1 Normal Audio or Non Audio Mode Normal Audio 0 Emphasis No Emphasis 100 Lock Indication Locked 0 Sampling Rate Channel Mode 48kHz 01 2 channel stereo 0001 User Bit Mode Auxiliary Bit Usage 192 bit 0001 20 bit audio sample Aux bits undefined 000 Sample Word Length 20 or 24 bits 101 Alignment Level Multi channel Modes Digital Audio Reference Signal Not Indicated 00 Undefined 0 Not a Reference 0 2 Reserved 0 3 6 Sampling Frequency
38. ment at the numbers listed under the Contact Us section 1 Visual Review Performing a quick visual check may reveal many problems such as connectors not properly seated or loose cables Check the card the frame and any associated peripheral equipment for signs of trouble 2 Power Check Check the power indicator LED on the distribution frame front panel for the presence of power If the power LED is not illuminated verify that the power cable is connected to a power source and that power is available at the power main Confirm that the power supplies are fully seated in their slots If the power LED is still not illuminated replace the power supply with one that is verified to work 3 Input Signal Status Verify that source equipment is operating correctly and that a valid signal is being supplied 4 Output Signal Path Verify that destination equipment is operating correctly and receiving a valid signal 5 Unit Exchange Exchanging a suspect unit with a unit that is known to be working correctly is an efficient method for localizing problems to individual units Bootload Button In the unlikely event of a complete card failure you may be instructed by a Ross Technical Support specialist to perform a complete software reload on the MUX 6258 A Use the following procedure to reload the software on a MUX 6258 A 1 Eject the card from the frame 2 Press and hold the Bootload button while re inserting the car
39. ot present Cleared Disables the alarm Channel Silent Source Missing Selected Signal Status field reports when the specified channel is detected as silent Cleared Selected Disables the alarm Embedded Audio Status field reports when the selected source is not present or is silent Cleared Disables the alarm Source Async Selected Embedded Audio Status field reports when the selected source is asynchronous to the input video Cleared Disables the alarm Backup Source Missing Selected An alarm is displayed when the selected Backup Source is not present or is silent Cleared Disables the alarm Backup Source Async Selected An alarm is displayed when the selected Backup Source is not synchronous to the input video Cleared Disables the alarm SD 24Bit Selected Audio Status field displays an alarm when the selected configuration would embed 4 groups of 24bit audio in an SD output Group 4 is down sampled to 20bit audio Cleared Disables the alarm All Alarms Set Enables all alarms All Alarms MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Clear Disables all alarms DashBoard Menus 4 11 VANC Processing Tab Table 4 9 summarizes the VANC Processing options available in DashBoard Table 4 9 VANC Processing Menu Items Menu Title Parameters Description Indicates the specific line the VANC components will be
40. product Implied warranties are expressly limited to the duration of this warranty This MUX 6258 A User Manual provides all pertinent information for the safe installation and operation of your openGear Product Ross Video policy dictates that all repairs to the MUX 6258 A are to be conducted only by an authorized Ross Video Limited factory representative Therefore any unauthorized attempt to repair this product by anyone other than an authorized Ross Video Limited factory representative will automatically void the warranty Please contact Ross Video Technical Support for more information In Case of Problems Should any problem arise with your MUX 6258 A please contact the Ross Video Technical Support Department Contact information is supplied at the end of this publication A Return Material Authorization number RMA will be issued to you as well as specific shipping instructions should you wish our factory to repair your MUX 6258 A If required a temporary replacement frame will be made available at a nominal charge Any shipping costs incurred will be the responsibility of you the customer All products shipped to you from Ross Video Limited will be shipped collect The Ross Video Technical Support Department will continue to provide advice on any product manufactured by Ross Video Limited beyond the warranty period without charge for the life of the equipment MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Service Information 7 3 Con
41. rmation on the card edge controls and LEDs refer to the section Card Overview on page 3 2 on the card edge menus refer to the chapter Card edge Menus on page 5 1 SNMP Monitoring and Control The Network Controller Card in the DFR 8300 series frame can provide optional support for remote monitoring of your frame and using Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP which is compatible with many third party monitoring and control tools For More Information on enabling SNMP Monitoring and Control for your frame refer to the MFC 8300 Series User Manual on SNMP controls for the MUX 6258 A refer to your MUX 6258 A Management Information Base MIB 1 4 Introduction MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Documentation Terms and Conventions The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual Frame refers to DFR 8321 series frames that houses the MUX 6258 A as well as any openGear frames All references to the DFR 8321 series frames also includes all versions and any available options unless otherwise noted Operator and User refer to the person who uses MUX 6258 A Board and Card refer to openGear terminal devices within openGear frames including all components and switches System and Video system refer to the mix of interconnected production and terminal equipment in your environment 525 line mode refers to broadcast situations using
42. rranty MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Functional Block Diagram This section provides a functional block diagram that outlines the workflow of the MUX 6258 A SDI SDI Video In Receiver BNC 1 Tes Pattern 16 Channel DMX 16 m CHANNELS Y AES Inputs CHANNELS 1 1 o Li r 1 Sample Rate Converter Audio Proc 9o amp 1 Tone i ai 16 Generator Up to 16 Soe CHANNELS CHANNELS Figure 1 1 MUX 6258 A Simplified Block Diagram MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 SDI Video Out BNC 2 SDI Transmitter SDI Fiber Out FIB 2 Introduction 1 3 User Interfaces The MUX 6258 A includes three interfaces for control and monitoring for your card DashBoard Control System The DashBoard Control System enables you to monitor and control openGear frames and cards from a computer DashBoard communicates with other cards in the DFR 8300 series frame through the Network Controller Card The DashBoard Control System software and manual are available for download from our website For More Information onthe MUX 6258 A menus in DashBoard refer to the chapter DashBoard Menus on page 4 1 Card edge Controls The front edge of the MUX 6258 A features LED indicators for the power video input status and communication activity The card edge also includes the SW2 and SW3 switches that are used in conjunction to navigate the card edge menu system For More Info
43. splay AES 4 OK LED M M AES 5 OK LED W AES 6 OK LED AES 7 OK LED AES 8 OK LED Bootload Button Figure 3 2 MUX 6258 A Card edge Controls Status and Selection LEDs on the MUX 6258 A The front edge of the MUX 6258 A has LED indicators for the power video input status and communication activity Basic LED displays and descriptions are provided in Table 3 1 OK ERROR Table 3 1 LEDs on the MUX 6258 A Display and Description When lit green this LED indicates that the card is functioning normal and that no anomalies have been detected The following conditions must be satisfied a valid input signal is present a valid reference signal is present when a reference is required and that the reference standard matches the input standard Flashing Green When flashing green this LED indicates the bootloader is waiting for a software upload Flashing Green and Orange When lit green with flashing orange this LED indicates there is a signal error such as a missing or invalid input or reference Orange When lit orange this LED indicates the card is powering on Red When lit red this LED indicates the card is not operational Off MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 When off this LED indicates there is no power to the card User Controls 3 3 Table 3 1 LEDs on the MUX 6258 A Display and Description Green When lit this LED indicates that the video input is valid
44. t available when using the card edge controls Proc Amp adjustments are applied in the following order 1 Sum This option enables both channels to carry the average of the two input channels A B 2 When the input is summed the original signals are no longer available for output This option only operates with AES input pairs 2 Delay This option enables you to adjust the delay of the audio channel If you have enabled the Delay Lock feature changing the delay value for one channel automatically changes the value for the other channel 3 Gain This option provides a 20dB gain range in 1dB increments If you have enabled the Gain Lock feature changing the gain value for one channel automatically changes the value for the other channel 4 Invert This option enables you to invert the polarity of the audio signal for the selected channel Minimum Delay Overview The line buffer stores incoming video in relation to the incoming video clock timing The video data is then read out in relation to the reference timing This allows the input video to be switched between sources that may not be perfectly timed without timing glitches Video source timing must remain within the buffer window to properly switch between sources Table 3 3 provides information on the buffer window available depending on how the Minimum Delay option is configured in DashBoard Table 3 3 Minimum Delay Option If the option is Format Minimum Dela
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46. to Table 3 3 on page 3 6 for delay specifications Cleared The total video delay through the card will be the values above plus half a video line Loss of Input Black Sets the output to Black in the event of a loss of video input Blue Sets the output to Blue in the event of a loss of video input Custom Sets the output to a custom color in the event of a loss of video input Use the Y Cr and Cb sliders to configure the color Y slider Sets the luminance component of the Loss of Input Custom video signal Cr slider Sets the Cr component of the Loss of Input Custom video signal Cb slider Sets the Cb component of the Loss of Input Custom video signal Test Pattern None Disables the test pattern feature 100 Bars Frequency Sweep Black Blue Matrix Pathological Luma Ramp Y C Ramp 75 SMPTE Bars Specifies the type of test pattern to output Note that this setting is not retained on power down SD Audio 20 Bit Embeds 20bits 24 Bit Embeds 24bits Auto Embeds 20 24bit depending on the audio source and the number of bits Silence Threshold dB MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 96 to 0 Audio below the specified threshold value is considered silent DashBoard Menus 4 5 Table 4 4 Setup Menu Items Menu Title Parameters Description Audio silent for longer than the specified Sil
47. to any of the 16 possible audio channels in an SD or HD SDI output If the input is a synchronous 48kHz signal the audio will be embedded into the SDI signal unaltered If the input is not a synchronous 48kHz signal it may be converted using Sample Rate Conversion SRC before it is embedded on the SDI output The AES inputs have the following adjustments available delay gain invert and sum Card status and control parameters are displayed and configured using the DashBoard Control System Features 1 2 Introduction The MUX 6258 A includes the following features Supports HD SD SDI SMPTE 292M 1 5Gbps and SMPTE 259M 270Mbps Supports AES 3id 2001 and EBU tech 3250 Supports embedding of non PCM data such as Dolby Digital and Dolby E e Audio embedding for all popular formats 4801 5761 720p and 10801 Embeds four audio groups with selection of primary and backup sources Eight AES 3id 75ohm unbalanced inputs with SRC on DIN 1 0 2 3 connectors One SDI processed output Automatic input video format detection SNMP support available Input buffer with a bypass option User defined loss of signal output Audio controls such as gain invert delay and sum Internally generated test patterns and test tones Ability to strip VANC data from specific or all lines of a video output Reports status and configuration remotely via the DashBoard Control System Fits DFR 8321 series framess e 5 year transferable wa
48. uipment Unpacking Unpack each MUX 6258 A you received from the shipping container and ensure that all items are included If any items are missing or damaged contact your sales representative or Ross Video directly Working with Fiber Optic Connectors Keep the following in mind when working with fiber optic connectors Every time you are required to insert a connector into a device or mating sleeve you must clean the connector All exposed surfaces of the ceramic ferrule must be clean Follow your facility practices of cleaning fiber optic connectors Connectors must always be inserted into a device or have a dust cap on Refer to Figure 2 1 for dust cap locations A poor optical connection is often similar to a poor electrical connection Try removing the connector cleaning and re inserting the connector A bad connection can result in experiencing instability of signal high loss or a noisy signal Fiber 1 Port for Cable Dust Cap On Connection to Fiber 1 Port on Rear Module Dust Cap On Fiber 1 Port to Card Dust Cap On Card edge Connector Figure 2 1 Card Connectors with Dust Caps Installed 2 2 Installation MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Installing the MUX 6258 A This section outlines how to install a Rear Module in a DFR 8321 series frame You cannot install the MUX 6258 A in a DFR 8310 series or a DFR 8320 series frame AN Caution Never attempt to look down the barrel of a connected
49. y Maximum Delay 1 4 line 1 2 line Disabled 1 4 line 1 2 line 1 16 line 1 8 line 1 8 line 1 4 line Enabled Embedding PCM Signals The MUX 6258 A can embed PCM audio from two sources the AES input or from the embedded audio of the source video Processing also includes embedding channel status data as per Table 6 2 3 6 User Controls MUX 6258 A User Manual Iss 03 Embedding Non PCM Signals You can configure the MUX 6258 A to embed non PCM signals such as Dolby Digital and Dolby E using the options available in DashBoard N Note When embedding the non PCM signal the A amp B channels of the input signal EN must be embedded on Channels 1 and 2 or Channels 3 and 4 of a given group For example you would embed AES1A in G1Ch1 and AES1B in G1Ch2 Use the following procedure to configure the MUX 6258 A to embed non PCM signals 1 Launch DashBoard on your computer and display the Device View for the MUX 6258 A you wish to configure 2 Select the AES Inputs tab for the input channel you wish to configure 3 Setthe Sample Rate Conversion to Off 4 Clear the Sum checkbox to disable channel summing 5 Set the Channel Gain to 0 6 Clear the applicable Ch Invert checkbox to disable inverting on the channel This completes the procedure for configuring the MUX 6258 A to embed non PCM signals HANC Processing SMPTE 291M formatted ancillary packets such as SMPTE 12M 2 timecode that

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