SEA-8803 User Manual
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1. e Technical Specifications SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Specifications 5 1 Technical Specifications This section lists the technical specifications for the SEA 8803 Table 5 1 Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Rear Modules Supported Rear Modules 8320AR 300 8320AR 301 8320AR 306 Number of Inputs 1 Data Rates and SMPTE Standards Accommodated 19 39Mbps 38 78Mbps SMPTE 310 270Mbps 525 625 Component SMPTE 259M 270Mbps DVB ASI 1 485Gbps Component SMPTE 292M 2 97Gbps Component SMPTE 424M Impedance 75O terminating 8320AR 300 8320AR 301 gt 500m 1640ft of Belden 1694A cable a 270Mbps gt 200m 650ft of Belden 1694A cable 1 485Gbps gt 120m 394ft of Belden 1694A cable a 2 97Gbps Egualization 8320AR 306 gt 500m 1640ft of Belden 1694A cable a 270Mbps gt 200m 650ft of Belden 1694A cable a 1 485Gbps gt 90m 295ft of Belden 1694A cable a 2 97Gbps 8320AR 300 8320AR 301 gt 15dB to 3GHz Return Loss 8320AR 306 gt 14dB to 1 485GHz gt 7 8dB to 3GHz Connector Typ 8320AR 300 8320AR 301 8320AR 306 Number of Outputs Impedance Return Loss gt 15dB to 1 485GHz gt 10dB to 2 97GHz Signal Level 800mV 10 DC Offset OV 50mV Rise amp Fall Time 20 80 700ps typical 270Mbps 120ps typical 1 485Gbps 135ps typical 2 97Gbps Overshoot lt 10 Connector Type2. No input Red Input signal is not present The Alarm on Loss of Input for this channel is enabled No input Green Input signal is not present The Alarm on Loss of Input for this channel is disabled No signal Input signal is not present lt 125mB s signal A signal detected at less than 125Mbps is present SD signal A valid 270Mbps input signal is present HD signal A valid 1 485Gbps input signal is present 3G signal A valid 2 97Gbps input signal is present Egualizer bypassed Input signal is present and the equalizer is bypassed the Enable Egualizer check box is not selected in the Setup tab Signal present Input signal is present and valid No signal muted Input signal is not present Input Cable Length m 4 2 DashBoard Menus SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 x 1694A y 1855A Indicates the approximate cable length used for the input signal where x represents the Belden 1694A length y represents the Belden 1855A length One of the following is occurring a valid input source was not detected on the input BNC the Enable Egualizer check box is not selected in the Setup tab Hardware Tab Table 4 2 outlines the read only information displayed in the Hardware tab Tab Title HW Status Parameters OK Green Table 4 2 Hardware Tab Items Description The rear module installed with the card is supported and the car
3. and functionality Thank you for joining the group of worldwide satisfied Ross Video customers Should you have a guestion pertaining to the installation or operation of your card 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 SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Introduction 1 1 Overview Your SEA 8803 is a 3G HD SD Multi Definition SDI distribution amplifier capable of egualizing all common serial digital signals An LED indicator at the front of the card identifies the presence of incoming video simplifying system troubleshooting Features The SEA 8803 includes the following features e Equalizes SDI signals of 270Mbps 1 485Gbps and 2 97Gbps e Accepts DVB ASI EN 50083 9 and SMPTE 310 signals e Flexible channel configurations Operate as single 1x8 requires the 8320AR 300 Full Rear Module gt Operate as single 1x8 with a bypass relay between SDI IN and OUT 1 requires the 8320AR 306 Full Rear Module gt Operate as single 1x4 requires the 8320AR 301 Split Rear Module e Configure and monitor via DashBoard e Automatic detection of incoming data rate e Automatically mutes the channel output when a loss of input occurs All outputs are non inverting e LED indicator for signal presence Excellent input and output return loss e Fits DFR 8321 and OG3 FR series frames e Fully compliant with openGear specifica
4. is required 1x4 configuration The 8320AR 301 Split Rear Module is required Installing a Card You must first install the rear module in the frame and then install the card in the appropriate slot within an openGear frame This section outlines how to perform both tasks To install the rear module in the openGear frame 1 Ensure that the openGear frame is properly installed 2 On the rear of the openGear frame locate the card frame slot 3 Remove the Blank Plate from the rear of the slot you have chosen for card installation 4 As shown in Figure 2 1 seat the bottom of the rear module in the seating slot at the base of the frame s back plane Screw Hole Module Seating Slots Figure 2 1 Rear Module Installation in an OG3 FR Series Frame Cards not shown 5 Align the top hole of the rear module with the screw hole on the top edge of the frame back plane SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Installation 2 3 6 Using a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screw fasten the rear module to the back plane Do not over tighten 7 Verify whether your Rear Module Label is self adhesive by checking the back of the label for a thin wax sheet You must remove the wax sheet before affixing the label Affix the supplied Rear Module Label to the BNC area of the Rear Module Ensure proper frame cooling and ventilation by having all rear frame slots covered with rear modules or blank metal plates To install the card in the openG
5. not reguired 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 Environmental Information The eguipment that you purchased reguired 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 potential 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 eguipment in an environmentally friendly and health conscious manner The crossed out wheelie bin symbol invites you to use these systems If you need more information on the collection re use and recycling systems please contact your local or regional waste administration You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performance of our products Company Address Ross Video Limited ROSS Iroguois Ontario K0E 1K0 Canada General Business Office
6. the cards you wish to upload the file to Verify that the card s you wish to upload the file to The Error Warning fields indicate any errors such as incompatible software or card type mismatch Click Finish to display the Uploading to Selected Devices dialog 8 Monitor the upgrade SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 The Uploading to Selected Devices dialog enables you to monitor the upgrade process Click OK to complete the upgrade The card s are temporarily taken offline during the re boot process The process is complete once the status indicators for the Card State and Connection fields return to their previous status Installation 2 7 2 8 Installation SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Configuration In This Chapter This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on your SEA 8803 The following topics are discussed e Card Overview e Monitoring Features Using DashBoard e Configuring the SEA 8803 SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Configuration 3 1 Card Overview This section describes the Bootload button located on each card surface There are no other card edge controls as all configuration and setup is done using the menus in DashBoard Refer to Figure 3 1 for location of this button E open Gear Figure 3 1 Card edge Controls 1 Bootload Button This button is used for factory service in the unlikely event of a complete card failure Do not use this button unl
7. 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 1 613 652 4886 1 613 652 4425 1 613 652 4886 1 613 349 0006 techsupport rossvideo com solutions rossvideo com http www rossvideo com Contents Introduction 1 Oled I LIFFT FL iodo 1 2 EAU RA HD Y EFE HNN EU CR econ CH E AE 1 2 Functional Block Diarra a YDD 1 3 Single 1x8 Configuration ccccesceseescecseeseceeesecseceseesececeseceseseeeeeeeeeaeeeaeeseeeaees 1 3 Single 1x8 Configuration with Bypass Relay ooooonnocnoninnnconicnioncoononnciononncnnnonnoos 1 3 A NN 1 5 DashBoard Control sti tias 1 5 Card edge Monitoring eseria ea aE E o ron E non rro nr E rn nr nr rra 1 5 SNMP Monitoring and Control oocoooccnioninononinonionnnononncnnconnnonocononnrnaronn non Y Hn Yn 1 5 Documentation Terms and Conventions cccccccscessecsseeseceeceseeeeeeeceseeeeceseeneecaecsaeeaeenseeaeens 1 6 Installation 2 Before Yo Begins ask aia 2 2 Static Dish arenisca pia rie tms 2 2 np pes 2 2 Installing the SEAS OB o Bid nt HS 2 3 Supported Rear Modules uussensersenseennenneenneennennnnnnnnnennsnnnnnnenneonnen nennen 2 3 Installing a Card ien esbyd Bd haltet teen 2 3 Cabling a anna RT FHS RR FSC skin 2 5 Software Upgrades in sr RT DIN Yg yn 2 7 Configuration 3 Card OV CLV W
8. Material Authorization number RMA will be issued to you as well as specific shipping instructions should you wish our factory to repair your SEA 8803 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 eguipment SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Service Information 6 3 Notes Notes Contact Us Contact our friendly and professional support representatives for the following Name and address of your local dealer e Product information and pricing Technical support e Upcoming trade show information Telephone en After Hours Emergency JEPS Email Telephone General Fax Information Email Website Visit Us Visit our website for Company information and news 1 613 652 4886 1 613 349 0006 techsupport rossvideo com 1 613 652 4886 1 613 652 4425 solutions rossvideo com http www rossvideo com Related products and full product lines Online catalog Testimonials
9. Maximum Ambient Temperature Environment BNC 40 C 104 F Power Total Power Consumption 2 8W 5 2 Specifications SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections Troubleshooting Checklist Warranty and Repair Policy SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Service Information 6 1 Troubleshooting Checklist Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not reguired In the event of problems with your card 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 department at the numbers listed under the Contact Us section at the end of the manual 1 Visual Review Performing a guick visual check may reveal many problems such as connectors not properly seated or loose cables Check the card the frame and any associated peripheral eguipment for signs of trouble 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 supp
10. d is operating correctly Incomp Rear Module Red One of the following is occurring an unsupported rear module is installed with the card the card is installed in the wrong frame slot where the card does not align with the connector on the rear module Hardware Voltage mV Supply voltage Current mA Current consumption of card in milliAmperes CPU Headroom Processing power available RAM Available On board processing memory available Uptime h Displays the number of hours since the last reboot of the card Product Tab Configuration Bank Storage count Table 4 3 outlines the read only information displayed in the Product tab Table 4 3 Product Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Product SEA 8803 Displays the card model Supplier Ross Video Ltd Indicates the manufacturer of your card Board Rev Indicates the version of the PCB Board S N HHHHHH Indicates the card serial number Product Indicates the installed rear module Rear Module Indicates that the installed rear module is Unknown i not recognized by the card Software Rev HH HH Indicates the software version SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 DashBoard Menus 4 3 Setup Tab Table 4 4 summarizes the Setup options available in DashBoard Table 4 4 Setup Menu Items Menu Title Parameters Description Indicates the BNC on the rear module that een is assigned as the in
11. ding with the instructions in this chapter ensure that your openGear frame is properly installed according to the instructions in its manual Static Discharge Throughout this chapter please heed the following cautionary note A 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 eguipment Unpacking Unpack each card 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 2 2 Installation SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Installing the SEA 8803 The SEA 8803 can be installed in the DFR 8321 series frames and the OG3 FR series frames using one of the supported rear modules The procedure for installing the rear module and card in your openGear frame is the same regardless of the rear module used Supported Rear Modules Notice Ensure that you install the SEA 8803 using one of the supported rear modules listed below Installing the SEA 8803 with an unsupported rear module can damage the card the rear module or both The Rear Module depends on the configuration you wish to use 1x8 configuration The 8320AR 300 or 8320AR 306 Full Rear Module
12. ear frame 1 Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure To install the rear module in the openGear frame on page 2 3 Hold the card by the edges and carefully align the card edges with the slots in the frame Fully insert the card into the frame until the rear connection plugs are properly seated on the midplane and rear modules 2 4 Installation SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Cabling The SEA 8803 can operate as a single 1x8 or as a single 1x4 depending on the rear module you are using This section provides cabling details for supported configurations Important It is necessary to terminate unused outputs Single 1x8 Configuration The 8320AR 300 Full Rear Module is used when operating as a single 1x8 configuration Each rear module occupies two slots and accommodates one card This rear module provides an SDI input and eight SDI outputs via BNC connections Figure 2 2 Figure 2 2 Cable Connections for the 8320AR 300 Full Rear Module Single 1x8 Configuration with Bypass Relay The 8320AR 306 Full Rear Module is required when operating as a single 1x8 configuration with a bypass relay Each rear module occupies two slots and accommodates one card This rear module provides one SDI input and eight SDI outputs via BNC connections A bypass relay between SDI IN and OUT 1 is also provided Figure 2 3 N C OUT 5 OUT 6 OUT 7 OUT 8 Figure 2 3 Cable Connections for 8320AR 306 Full Rear Modu
13. ess advised by Ross Technical Support For More Information on the Bootload process refer to the section Bootload Button on page 6 2 3 2 Configuration SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Monitoring Features The following sections describe the card edge LEDs Refer to Figure 3 2 for LED locations PWR LED INPUT ALED AUX IN LED lt Bootload Button Figure 3 2 LED Locations Status LEDs Basic LED displays and descriptions are provided in Table 3 1 Table 3 1 Status LEDs Display and Description When lit green this LED indicates that the card is functioning normal and that no anomalies have been detected When flashing green this LED indicates that the Bootload button Flashing Green was pressed and the card is receiving a new software load from the frame Flashing Green When lit green with flashing orange this LED indicates a signal and Orange or configuration problem Verify the signal status and settings When lit amber this LED indicates the card is running internal O diagnostics while powering up When lit red or flashing red this LED indicates the card is not Red operational Re seat card in frame check the rear module type and connections or call Ross Video Technical Support When off this LED indicates there is no power to the card When lit green this LED indicates that a valid SDI input signal is present on Channel A INPUT A When lit red this LED ind
14. icates that the SDI input signal is missing or invalid on Channel A AUX IN This LED is not implemented SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Configuration 3 3 Using DashBoard Before proceeding ensure that the DashBoard client is installed on a PC connected to your facility network The DashBoard software and user manual are available from the Ross Video website For More Information on installing DashBoard refer to the DashBoard User Manual To launch DashBoard 1 Ensure that you are running DashBoard software version 6 2 0 or higher 2 Launch DashBoard by double clicking its icon on your desktop 3 Ensure that the openGear frame with your SEA 8803 card s is displayed in the Tree View located on the left side of the DashBoard window It may take 30 seconds or more to update the Tree View Consult the MFC 8300 Series or MFC OG3 Series User Manual and DashBoard User Manual should the Tree View not display the card To access a card in DashBoard 1 From the Tree View expand the node for the openGear frame your cards are installed in A list of cards installed in the frame is now displayed In the example below the node for Frame 6 is expanded to show a list of cards including the SEA 8803 2 Double click the node for a card to display its menus in the Device View of DashBoard right side of the DashBoard window Slot 0 MFC 320 N Slot 2 7RA 8206 Slot 3 FOR 6603 C Slot 10 SFs 8221 IMAM Hardwa
15. ion with respect We will cooperate with and help other friendly companies oem no We will go above and beyond in times of crisis If there s no one to authorize the required action in times of company or customer crisis do what you know in your heart is right You may rent helicopters if necessary SEA 8803 User Manual Copyright Patents Ross Part Number 8803DR 004 02 e Release Date March 3 2015 2015 Ross Video Limited Ross openGear and any related marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Ross Video Ltd All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies PATENTS ISSUED and PENDING All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Ross Video While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document Ross Video assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein Patent numbers US 7 034 886 US 7 508 455 US 7 602 446 US 7 802 802 B2 US 7 834 886 US 7 914 332 US 8 307 284 US 8 407 374 B2 US 8 499 019 B2 US 8 519 949 B2 US 8 743 292 B2 GB 2 419 119 B GB 2 447 380 B and other patents pending Important Regulatory and Safety Notices to Service Personnel gt Pe B Before using thi
16. ir an Ydd FD Yn Yd erh 3 2 Monitoring FeatuT i4i i ieu WY AINT TII dd acid 3 3 Status LEDS nen doo oda 3 3 Using DashBo rd iY asi 3 4 Configuring the SEA 8803 an en WG GG NFED FD CW NW YCW CAD GYD ds 3 5 Configuring the Equalizer vecinas titi 3 5 TOSS Opus ei ge y nu lo Tn dnn 3 6 DashBoard Menus 4 Status Labs Ae ve OG GN A FD NAG odia 4 2 Signal Ta Dre a Y o la 4 2 Hardware Tab ue A E FWY Ee 4 3 Product Tab ami uei i Hud YDY AF YU AIII TF 4 3 Setup lab iu ee o ne OA 4 4 A E AN 4 5 Specifications 5 Technical Specificattons iia e a a iment tad 5 2 SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Contents i Service Information 6 Troubleshooting Checklist ieu ieu YI I RI CWCI CIL as 6 2 Bootload Buttoili 2 2 82 ee eisen el 6 2 Warranty and Repair Policy 0 a ea ida e a 6 3 ii e Contents SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Introduction In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections e Overview e Functional Block Diagrams e User Interfaces Documentation Terms and Conventions A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing an openGear SEA 8803 3G HD SD Equalizing Amplifier Your SEA 8803 is part of a full line of 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 card fits into your overall working environment Egually pleasing is the product guality reliability
17. le SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Installation 2 5 Single 1x4 Configuration The 8320AR 301 Split Rear Module is reguired when operating as a single 1x4 configuration Each rear module occupies two slots and accommodates two cards This rear module provides one SDI input and four SDI outputs via BNC connections per card Figure 2 4 Card 1 Card 2 SDI IN t OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 Figure 2 4 Cable Connections for the 8320AR 301 Split Rear Module 2 6 Installation SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Software Upgrades The SEA 8803 can be upgraded in the field via the Network Controller Card in your openGear frame Note that DashBoard version 6 2 0 or higher is reguired To upgrade the software on a card 1 Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software version file 2 Display the Device View of the card by double clicking its status indicator in the Basic Tree View oo 29 From the Device View click Upload to display the Select file for upload dialog Navigate to the bin upload file you wish to upload Click Open If you are upgrading a single card click Finish to display the Uploading to Selected Devices dialog Proceed to step 8 7 Ifyou are upgrading multiple cards Click Next gt to display the Select Destination menu This menu provides a list of the compatible cards based on the card selected in step 2 Specify the card s to upload the file to by selecting the check box es for
18. lectronic device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event Important Safety Instructions Caution This product is intended to be a component product of the DFR 8321 and OG3 FR series frames Refer to the DFR 8300 and OG3 FR Series Frame User Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component products 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 cords from the chassis rear appliance connectors before servicing this area 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 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 EMC Notices United States of America FCC Part 15 This eguipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A Digital de
19. ly with one that is verified to work Input Signal Status Verify that source eguipment is operating correctly and that a valid signal is being supplied Output Signal Path Verify that destination eguipment is operating correctly and receiving a valid signal Card Exchange Exchanging a suspect card with a card that is known to be working correctly is an efficient method for localizing problems to individual cards 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 card To perform a complete software reload on the card 1 2 3 6 2 Service Information Eject the card from the openGear frame Press and hold the Bootload button while re inserting the card into the frame Release the button The PWR LED flashes 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 e Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software load for your card SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Warranty and Repair Policy The SEA 8803 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 SEA 8803 proves to be defective in any
20. n SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 User Interfaces The following interfaces are available for control and monitoring of your SEA 8803 DashBoard Control System DashBoard enables you to monitor and control openGear frames and cards from a computer DashBoard communicates with other cards in the openGear frame through the Network Controller Card For More Information on menus in DashBoard refer to the section DashBoard Menus on page 4 1 e installing and using DashBoard refer to the DashBoard User Manual Card edge Monitoring The card edges provide LEDs for monitoring the status of the input signal For More Information on e card edge LEDs refer to the section Monitoring Features on page 3 3 SNMP Monitoring and Control The Network Controller card in the openGear frame provides optional support for remote monitoring and control of your frame and openGear cards using Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP which is compatible with many third party monitoring and control tools For More Information on SNMP controls on your card refer to your SEA 8803 Management Information Base MIB file SNMP Monitoring and Control refer to your MFC 8300 Series or MFC OG3 Series User Manual SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Introduction 1 5 Documentation Terms and Conventions 1 6 Introduction The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual Terms The following terms a
21. openhear Y SEA 8803 Single 3G HD SD Equalizing Distribution Amplifier User Manual Thank you for choosing Ross You ve made a great choice We expect you will be very happy with your purchase of Ross Technology Our mission is to 1 Provide a Superior Customer Experience offer the best product guality and support 2 Make Cool Practical Technology develop great products that customers love Ross has become well known for the Ross Video Code of Ethics It guides our interactions and empowers our employees hope you enjoy reading it below If anything at all with your Ross experience does not live up to your expectations be sure to reach out to us at solutions rossvideo com Sl Rass David Ross CEO Ross Video dross rossvideo com Ross Video Code of Ethics Any company is the sum total of the people that make things happen At Ross our employees are a special group Our employees truly care about doing a great job and delivering a high quality customer experience every day This code of ethics hangs on the wall of all Ross Video locations to guide our behavior 1 We will always act in our customers best interest We will do our best to understand our customers reguirements We will not ship crap We will be great to work with af YN We will do something extra for our customers as an apology when something big goes wrong and it s our fault We will keep our promises We will treat the competit
22. put source Indicates that no BNCs are currently used Me as inputs for the channel Indicates the BNCs on the rear module paren only that are assigned as the outputs Output BNCs Indicates that there are no outputs in this NAC channel Channel A Selected Egualizer is always enabled Enable Egualizer Disables the egualizer and sets the Cleared ae equalizer in bypass mode All configurable menu options are Unlocked editable Edit Permission All configurable menu options except this one are locked and are read only Locked Resets all editable parameters to the PRO AU Bee factory default values 4 4 DashBoard Menus SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Alarms Tab Table 4 5 summarizes the Alarms options available in DashBoard Table 4 5 Alarm Enables Menu Items Menu Title Parameters Description The Status field in the Signal tab reports Selected f the loss of the input as an error alarm Channel A Alarm on Loss of Input The Status field in the Signal tab reports Cleared the loss of the input as information only status indicator does not update SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 DashBoard Menus 4 5 4 6 DashBoard Menus SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Specifications In This Chapter This chapter includes the technical specifications for the SEA 8803 Note that specifications are subject to change without notice The following topics are discussed
23. re Product Slot 14 SEA 8803 Slot 17 FOT 6604 Channel A h Refresh Upload Reboot Example of a SEA 8803 in DashBoard 3 4 Configuration SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Configuring the SEA 8803 This section briefly outlines how to configure the SEA 8803 using the options available in DashBoard Configuring the Egualizer You can choose to enable or bypass the egualizer on the card The egualizer enables the card to compensate for noise and signal losses inherent in long coaxial cable runs Refer to the chapter Specifications on page 5 1 for information on the cable egualization specifications for your card Note You must bypass the equalizer when using signals of less than 125Mbps such as SMPTE 310 signals For signals 125Mbps and greater such as SDI signals you must enable the egualizer To enable the egualizer 1 From the Device View select the Setup tab Channel A Output BNCs Enable Egualizer EST Unlocked Factory Defaults Reset Setup Tab Enabling the Equalizer 2 Select the Enable Equalizer box The box displays a check mark To bypass the equalizer 1 From the Device View select the Setup tab 2 Select the Enable Equalizer box to clear the box contents SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Configuration 3 5 Loss of Input When enabled this feature will indicate an alarm condition red in the Channel Status field of the Signal tab This occu
24. re used Board and Card both refer to the card including all components and switches DashBoard refers to the DashBoard Control System DFR 8321 series refers to the DFR 8321 series frames and all available options unless otherwise indicated Network Controller Card refers to the MFC 8320 N MFC 8322 S and MFC OG3 N Series Network Controller Cards unless otherwise indicated OG3 FR series refers to the OG3 FR series frames and all available options unless otherwise indicated openGear frame refers to all versions of the DFR 8321 series and OG3 FR series frames unless otherwise indicated Operator and User both refer to the person who uses the SEA 8803 System and Video system both refer to the mix of interconnected production and terminal eguipment in which the card operates Conventions The following conventions are used The Operating Tips and Note boxes are used to provide additional user information SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Installation In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for installing the rear module for your SEA 8803 installing the card in the frame cabling details and how to upgrade the software on your card s The following topics are discussed Before You Begin e Installing the SEA 8803 e Cabling Software Upgrades SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Installation 2 1 Before You Begin Before procee
25. rs if the SEA 8803 does not detect a valid input signal for that channel To verify which BNC to troubleshoot refer to the rear module labeling or the Input BNC field in the Setup tab To enable an alarm for a loss of input 1 From the Device View select the Alarms tab 2 Select the Alarm on Loss of Input box The box displays a check mark 3 6 Configuration SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 DashBoard Menus In This Chapter This chapter briefly summarizes the menus items and parameters available from DashBoard for your card Default parameters are noted with an asterisk The following topics are discussed Status Tabs Setup Tab e Alarms Tab Operating Tip Wait 30 seconds after the last setting change to ensure all changes are saved to the non volatile memory of the card SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 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 Alarm colors are noted within the tables as text set in brackets next to the menu parameter name Signal Tab Tab Title Channel A Table 4 1 outlines the read only information displayed in the Signal tab Channel A Status Table 4 1 Signal Tab Items Parameters OK Green Description A valid input signal is detected
26. s product and nay associated equipment refer to the Important Safety Instructions listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage Product 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 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 against unsafe practices Notice The symbol with the word Notice within the equipment manual indicates a potentially hazardous 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 e
27. tions e 5 year transferable warranty 1 2 Introduction SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Functional Block Diagrams The SEA 8803 can operate as an equalizing single 1x8 or as a single 1x4 The configuration depends on the rear module you are using This section provides the block diagrams for both configurations Single 1x8 Configuration Figure 1 1 describes the workflow of the SEA 8803 with the 8320AR 300 Full Rear module This configuration has the SEA 8803 operating as a single egualizing 1x8 with BNC connections OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 OUT 5 OUT 6 OUT 7 OUT 8 Figure 1 1 Simplified Diagram 1x8 Configuration 8320AR 300 Single 1x8 Configuration with Bypass Relay Figure 1 2 describes the workflow of the SEA 8803 with the 8320AR 306 Full Rear module This configuration has the SEA 8803 operating as a single egualizing 1x8 with BNC connections BYPASS RELAY on Rear Module OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 SDI IN Figure 1 2 Simplified Diagram 1x8 Configuration 8320AR 306 OUT 5 OUT 6 OUT 7 OUT 8 SEA 8803 User Manual Iss 02 Introduction 1 3 Single 1x4 Configuration Figure 1 3 describes the workflow of the SEA 8803 with the 8320AR 301 Split Rear module This configuration has the SEA 8803 operating as a single egualizing 1x4 with BNC connections OUT 1 OUT2 SDI IN Equalizer OUT 3 OUT4 Figure 1 3 Simplified Diagram 1x4 Configuration 8320AR 301 1 4 Introductio
28. vice pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the eguipment is operated in a commercial environment This eguipment generates uses and can radiate radio freguency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this eguipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be reguired to correct the interference at their own expense 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 tested 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 AN Notice This is a Class A product In domestic environments this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may have to take adeguate measures Maintenance User Serviceable Parts Routine maintenance to this openGear product is
29. way during this warranty period Ross Video Limited reserves the right to repair or replace this piece of eguipment with a unit of egual or superior performance characteristics Should you find that this SEA 8803 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 eguipment beyond the FIVE 5 year warranty period In no event shall Ross Video Limited be liable for direct indirect special incidental or conseguential damages including loss of profits incurred by the use of this product Implied warranties are expressly limited to the duration of this warranty This 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 SEA 8803 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 SEA 8803 please contact the Ross Video Technical Support Department Contact information is supplied at the end of this publication A Return
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