SPG-8260 User Manual
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1. SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Menus 4 7 4 8 Menus Card Edge Menu Label Out V Dly Out H Dly Table 4 6 Card edge Menus and Items Menu Name Output Standard Output Vertical Delay Output Horizontal Delay 10801 59 94 Hz PAL Color Bars PAL Black NTSC Color Bars NTSC Black 720p 23 98Hz 720p 24Hz 720p 25Hz 720p 29 97Hz 720p 30Hz 720p 60Hz 1080pSF 23 98Hz 1080pSF 24Hz 1080p 23 98Hz 1080p 24Hz 1080p 25Hz 1080p 29 97Hz 1080p 30Hz 10801 60Hz 720p 50Hz 720p 59 94Hz 10801 50Hz 0 1124 lines 10801 formats 0 749 lines 720p formats 0 624 lines 576 formats 0 524 lines 480 formats 0 4124 720p 24 23 98Hz 0 3959 720p 25Hz 0 3299 720p 30 29 97Hz 0 2749 1080p 24 23 98Hz 1080pSF 24 23 98Hz 0 2639 10801 50Hz 1080p 25Hz 0 2199 10801 60 59 94Hz 1080p 30 29 97Hz SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Table 4 6 Card edge Menus and Items Card Edge Menu Name Menu Label 0 1979 720p 50Hz Output Horizontal 0 1649 720p 60 59 94 Hz Delay 0 863 PAL B 0 857 NTSC Off Aud Out Audio Output AES Word Clock Video Output 1 Out H Dly Audio Output Video Output 2 Cocos Video Output 3 Video Output 4 Aud Timing AES Tone AES Tone AES Level AES Level 40dBFS to OdBFS IdBFS2. Emphasis No Emphasis 100 Lock Indication Not Indicated 0 Sampling Rate Channel Mode 48kHz 01 Two channel mode 0001 User Bit Mode Auxiliary Bit Usage 192 bit 0001 24 bit audio sample Aux bits audio 001 Sample Word Length 24 bits 101 Alignment Level Multi channel Modes Digital Audio Reference Signal Not Indicated 00 ndefined 0 Not a Reference 0 2 Reserved 0 3 6 Sampling Frequency Not Indicated 0000 T 5 0 7 6 9 10 13 ASCII Destination ID Unused 0 Sampling Frequency Scaling Flag Reserved ASCII Source ID No Scaling 0 Unused 0 Unused 0 18 21 Time of Day Unused 0 22 0 7 C Data Reliability All Status Bytes are marked as Reliable 23 0 7 CRC Calculated CRC SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 14 17 Local Sample Address Unused 0 Specifications 5 3 5 4 Specifications SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections Troubleshooting Checklist e Warranty and Repair Policy SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Service Information 6 1 Troubleshooting Checklist Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required In the event of problems with your SPG 8260 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 possib
3. 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 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 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 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
4. Out 2B BNC 4 Out 3A BNC 5 Out 3B BNC 6 Sync i Separator Out 4A BNC 7 jusme Adjustment Tri level Generator Out 4B Frame Reference 2 AVV Timing Black Burst Adjustment Tri level Generator AES Receiver Internal Sync S c S o ce o 10 o L 3 a o gt D BNC 8 AES Word Clock Out BNC 9 AES Word Clock The function of BNC 9 Out BNC 10 depends on how JP2 is set Figure 1 1 SPG 8260 Simplified Block Diagram SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Introduction 1 3 Documentation Terms and Conventions 1 4 Introduction The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual Frame refers to DFR 8300 series frame that houses the SPG 8260 as well as any openGear frames All references to the DFR 8300 series frame also includes all version of the 10 slot DFR 8310 series and 20 slot DFR 8321 series frames and any available options unless otherwise noted Operator and User refer to the person who uses SPG 8260 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 NTSC composite analog signal reference inputs 625 line mode refers to broadcast situations using PA
5. Video Output 2 Video Output 3 Video Output 4 Selects the channel the audio output will follow AES Level dBFS 40 to 0 Adjusts the gain of the audio output for both channels AES Tone Edit permission Mute Hz kHz Unlocked Assigns the AES tone for both channels All menu options are unlocked and can be edited Locked All menu items except this one are locked and read only Factory Defaults Reset a The maximum value depends on the selected output format b The precision of the Horizontal Delay after reset or power up is pixel Resets all parameters to factory defaults c The following errors are occurring the horizontal and or vertical timing is not locked to your reference and the frame rate is invalid Note that the frame rate will not be the value specified in the Format menu Alarm Menus Menu Title 4 6 Menus Table 4 5 summarizes the Alarm Menu options available in DashBoard for the SPG 8260 Table 4 5 Alarm Menu Items Reference Alarm Parameters Checkbox enabled Description Updates the Reference Status field in the Signal tab when a reference error occurs Checkbox disabled Disables this feature Color Burst Detection Checkbox enabled Updates the Reference Status field in the Signal tab when the card is using a NTSC or PAL reference signal that does not include a valid color burst Checkbox
6. e 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 against unsafe practices Notice The symbol with the word Notice within the equipment manual indicates a situation which
7. Black NTSC Color Bars PAL Black PAL Color Bars 10801 59 94 10801 50 720p 59 94 720p 50 10801 60 1080p 30 1080p 29 97 Selects the video format of the output Format f 1080p 25 signal 1080p 24 1080p 23 98 1080pSF 24 1080pSF 23 98 720p 60 Video Outputs Output po 720p 29 97 720p 25 720p 24 720p 23 98 Horizontal Delay i ii pixel 0 to Delay set in pixels Vertical Delay lines 0 to 8 Delay set in lines The output video is locked in time to the Genlock reference where a Line 1 of output is aligned with Line 1 of the reference The output video is locked in time to the Field Lock reference where the first line of either ME Field 1 or Field 2 in the output video is Output Compatibility aligned with Line 1 of the reference read only The interface sampling clock of the output Clock Lock video is locked in time to the reference interface sampling clock The reference format does not support the Incompatible video output format and the output format timing may be invalid SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Menus 4 5 Menu Title Audio Output Table 4 4 Setup Menu Items Audio Output Format Parameters Off Description Disables the audio output on BNC 10 8310AR 030 and 8320AR 030 rear modules for the 8320AR 031 Rear Module on BNC 9 or BNC 10 AES Outputs an AES signal at 48kHz Word Clock Left right clock is being output word clock Audio Output Co Timing Video Output 1
8. Clock Lock state Table 3 2 Genlock Field Lock and Clock Lock Matrix Locked Outputs 1080i 60Hz 1080i 59 94Hz 1080i 50Hz 7 1080p 30Hz 1080p 29 97Hz 1080p 25Hz 1080p 24Hz 1080p 23 98Hz 1720p 60Hz 720p 59 94Hz 720p 50Hz 1080pSF 24Hz 1080pSF 23 98Hz 480i 59 94Hz 576i 50Hz AES Reference Word Clock EN Q E Q E Q d Q E Q Et Q E Q E Q 7 a 1080p 30Hz 1080p 25Hz CL 4 vi v 7 ICL ICL 1080p 24Hz CL CL CL 1080p 23 98Hz Carer S z e es tH e le Ss Q Q t Gi Gi Gi l OQ amp NE ri o H S Ti Q H amp o H Q H lt lt Q c lt Q c lt Q c Q c 720p 60Hz CL CL CE v CL CL CL CL CL 720p 59 94Hz Y Y CL v CL v Cla RCE 720p 50Hz CL Y CL Y CL CL Y CL v cL CL CL v CE ICE CE CE 1080pSF 24Hz CL CL CL CL Y CL CL Y CL CL CL 1080pSF 23 98Hz CE Y CE Y CL CL CL 480i 59 94Hz F F Y CL CL 576i 50Hz CL Word Clock Y SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 User Controls 3 5 Notes on Using the Matrix When using Table 3 2 keep in mind the following definitions Genlock Occurs when the reference and the output frame field rates are compatible Field Lock Occurs when the reference and the output frame field rates are compatible but the reference is a progressive format and the output is a
9. card frame slots on the rear of the frame 2 Remove the Blank Plate from the slot you have chosen for the SPG 8260 installation 3 Install the bottom of the Rear Module in the Module Seating Slot at the base of the frame s back plane Figure 2 1 Screw Hole Module Seating Slot Figure 2 1 Rear Module Installation in a DFR 8310 Series Frame SPG 8260 not shown SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Installation 2 3 Align the top hole of the Rear Module with the screw on the top edge of the frame back plane Using a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screw fasten the Rear Module to the back plane of the frame Do not over tighten 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 8300 series frame Installing the SPG 8260 Use the following procedure to install the SPG 8260 in a DFR 8300 series frame 1 4 Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure Installing a Rear Module on page 2 3 Hold the SPG 8260 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 is properly seated in the Rear Module Affix the supplied Rear Module Label to the BNC area of the Rear Module This completes the procedure for installing the SPG 8260 in a DFR 8300 series frame 2 4 Installation SPG 826
10. disabled Disables this feature Video Output Compatibility Output Checkbox enabled Updates the Video Output Status field for the specified output when a change in output status occurs Checkbox disabled Disables this feature SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Card edge Menu System This section summarizes the Card edge Menu system of the SPG 8260 and how to navigate the menus and options using the SW1 and SW2 switches on the SPG 8260 card edge Navigation Use the following procedure to navigate the card edge menus of the SPG 8260 1 Rotate SWI to the required menu 2 Toggle SW2 to select the required parameter This completes the procedure for navigating the card edge menus of the SPG 8260 Note Do not power down the card before ensuring that all edited parameters are saved Saving edited parameters can take up to 10 seconds Card edge Menus Table 4 6 lists all the menus and the default values 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 Table 4 6 Card edge Menus and Items Card Edge Menu Label SPG 8260 slot Home Menu Name Frame 1 Frame 2 Reference Source Local Internal 59 94Hz 60Hz 23 98Hz 24Hz 25Hz 29 97Hz 30Hz 50Hz Ref Rate Reference Rate Output Select
11. regional waste administration You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performances of our products Company Address Ross Video Limited ROSS 8 John Street Iroquois Ontario Canada KOE 1K0 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 e 4886 1 613 e 652 e 4425 1 613 e 652 e 4886 1 613 349 e 0006 techsupport rossvideo com solutions rossvideo com http www rossvideo com L9 ross Contents Introduction 1 a dap e 1 2 huc EET 1 2 Functional Block Diagramme tur b oa 1 3 Documentation Terms and Conventions 1 4 Installation 2 Before You Begin 5 aosaonnde ed E DER ER HER RO Ct 2 2 Static Discharge decies ba caeci ied dieti cet ict deiade er Peel 2 2 Unpackaing eoo Rb eene e aa EE ates 2 2 Installing thie SPG 8260 yevzecscs ssesses scauneeazeesanconcess Herria iecit case inte ebbe eO E Dele do ever oe 2 3 Rear Modules for the SPG 8260 i hn e here ER ER DERE ERES 2 3 Installing a Rear Module eren 2 3 Installing the SPG 8260 5 5 toe bene e n eae 2 4 Cabling for the SPG 8200 ciii teret etit ein eH Re ESTER i 2 5 DFR 8310 Series Frame Cabling Overview 2 5 DFR 8321 Series Frame Cabling Overvi
12. terr e iecore er RAE E a rhe e RERO ERE 6 2 Warranty and Repair Policy estet tex eee eps ari 6 3 SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Introduction In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections e Overview Functional Block Diagram Documentation Terms and Conventions A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing an SPG 8260 Sync Pulse Generator Your SPG 8260 is part of a full line of Digital Products backed by Ross Video s experience in engineering and design expertise since 1974 You will be pleased at how easily your new SPG 8260 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 SPG 8260 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 SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Introduction 1 1 Overview The SPG 8260 generates four pairs of outputs with each pair independently programmed to be either a tri level sync or a composite signal Each pair of outputs can be independently delayed relative to the selected incoming reference or to each other when using an internal reference The delay is in increments ofthe output s interface sampling frequency 74 25MHz 74 25 1 001 MHz or 13 5MHz
13. there can be a reference input or an AES output on BNC 9 and an AES output or a Word Clock output on BNC 10 Figure 2 2 e 8320AR 031 Split Rear Module R2S 8260 Each card occupies one slot and provides four video outputs Depending on your configuration an AES or Word Clock output is available Figure 2 3 SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Installation 2 5 Software Upgrades for the SPG 8260 This section provides instructions for upgrading the software for your SPG 8260 using the DashBoard Control System Performing Software Upgrades Use the following procedure to upload software to the SPG 8260 1 Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software version file 2 In DashBoard display the Device tab of the SPG 8260 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 upload 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 upload 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 A
14. up to one frame of video The SPG 8260 can also generate up to two AES or Word Clock outputs The SPG 8260 is able to lock to one ofthe two frame references or the external reference input on the rear module Features The following features make the SPG 8260 the ideal Sync Pulse Generator AES interfaces conform to SMPTE 276M and AES 3id 2001 HD interfaces conform to SMPTE 274M and SMPTE 296M SD interfaces conform to SMPTE 170M NTSC and PAL B standards e Generates four pairs of outputs e Each pair of outputs can be independently timed delayed relative to the incoming reference Composite outputs can be black or SMPTE color bars Tri level sync output format is selectable from the following formats gt 10801 60 59 94 50 Hz gt 720p 60 59 94 50 30 29 97 25 24 23 98 Hz gt 1080p 30 29 97 25 24 23 98 Hz gt 1080pSF 24 23 98 Hz e Generates an AES Reference signal or a Word Clock output Tone option for AES outputs e Reports status and configuration remotely via the DashBoard Control System e Fits DFR 8300 series frames e 5 year transferable warranty 1 2 Introduction SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Functional Block Diagram This section provides a functional block diagram that outlines the workflow of the SPG 8260 Out 1A enc 1 Adjustment Tri level Generator Out 1B BNC 2 External Reference Ri Out 2A BNC 9 BNC 3 Timing Black Burst Adjustment Tri level Generator Frame Reference 1
15. 0 User Manual Iss 01 Cabling for the SPG 8260 This section provides information for connecting cables to the installed Rear Modules on the DFR 8300 series frames Connect the input and output cables according to the following sections For More Information onconfiguring BNC 9 and or BNC 10 refer to the section Card Overview on page 3 2 DFR 8310 Series Frame Cabling Overview In the DFR 8310 series frames the SPG 8260 is used with the following Rear Module e 8310AR 030 Rear Module R1 8260 Each card occupies one slot and provides eight video outputs Depending on your configuration there can be a reference input or an AES output on BNC 9 and an AES output or a Word Clock output on BNC 10 Figure 2 2 Card2 Card 1 Out 1 O S gt o S m o 4 Out 2B Out 2 Out 3B Out 3 Out 4A Out 4B Out 4 OOO Reference In AES Out Word Clock Out Reference In AES Out Word Clock Out AES Out Reference In AES Out Ww lock ord Clock Out Word Clock Out O Q g Figure 2 2 Cable Connections for the R1 8260 and Figure 2 3 Cable Connections for the R2S 8260 Rear R2 8260 Rear Modules Module DFR 8321 Series Frame Cabling Overview In the DFR 8321 series frames the SPG 8260 is used with the following Rear Modules __8320AR 030 Full Rear Module R2 8260 Each card occupies two slots and provides eight video outputs Depending on your configuration
16. 8260 will re lock to the reference color frame only when one of the following conditions occur 3 6 User Controls Card boot up After a power on or re boot with a valid NTSC or PAL reference signal applied to the selected reference input Change in reference Either by input selection or removal and return of the reference signal Output timing change Adjusting the output timing will trigger another color frame re lock sequence SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Output Notes This section provides additional information when the configuring outputs of the SPG 8260 Alarms The card edge LEDs and DashBoard will alert the user when the reference and the selected frame rate does not match For More Information oncard edge LEDs refer to the section Status and Selection LEDs on the SPG 8260 on page 3 3 on DashBoard status fields refer to Table 4 1 Table 4 4 and Table 4 5 Free run While free running the SPG 8260 operates with an internal reference and output timing can be adjusted relative to this internal reference The timing of each output with respect to each other will be maintained While free running the SPG 8260 still conforms to the following All AES interfaces conform to SMPTE 276M and AES 3id 2001 All HD interfaces conform to SMPTE 274M or SMPTE 296M All SD interfaces conform to SMPTE 170M NTSC or ITU R BT 470 PAL B Using a Delay Each pair of outputs can be inde
17. For details on the LEDs available on the card edge refer to the section Control and Monitoring Features on page 3 3 x m n me lt a PE Figure 3 1 SPG 8260 Card edge Components 1 Function Select Switch SW1 3 Bootload Button SW3 5 EXT TERM Jumper JP1 2 Mode Select Switch SW2 4 Reference In AES Out Jumper JP2 1 Function Select Switch SW1 3 2 User Controls Use SWA to select general operation functions and menu items and works in conjunction with the Mode Select Switch SW2 Refer to the section Card edge Menu System on page 4 7 Mode Select Switch SW2 Use SW2 to enable disable and select specific configurations within the operational function modes menu selected first with SW1 Bootload Button SW3 Use SW3 is used for factory service in the unlikely even of a complete card failure Do not press this button unless instructed to do so by Ross Technical Support personnel Refer to the section Bootload Button on page 6 2 Reference In AES Out Jumper JP2 An AES Word Clock output or a local reference input is also available on one of the bottom BNCs Depending on the Rear Module you are using the AES Word Clock output or a reference input is available on BNC 9 8310AR 030 8320AR 030 Full Rear modules or the bottom BNC 8320AR 031 Split Rear module Use JP2 to select the function of BNC 9 bottom BNC Select from the following REF IN Select this option to enable
18. Important Clicking the Cancel button 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 7 Monitor the upgrade progress bar displayed in DashBoard while the software is upgraded on your SPG 8260 8 To complete the upgrade process you must reboot the card as follows From the Device tab click Reboot to reboot SPG 8260 The reboot process takes up to 30 seconds Note The communications processor of the SPG 8260 requires approximately 30 seconds to re start and re establish network communications The SPG 8260 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 to upload software to the SPG 8260 2 6 Installation SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 User Controls In This Chapter This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on the SPG 8260 The following topics are discussed Card Overview Control and Monitoring Features Timing and Reference Output Notes SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 User Controls 3 1 Card Overview This section provides a general overview ofthe SPG 8260 components The configurations outlined in this section should be performed before installing the card in the frame but may be repeated as required
19. L B composite analog signal reference inputs PAL refers to PAL B unless otherwise stated DashBoard refers to the DashBoard Control System The Operating Tip and Note boxes are used throughout this manual to provide additional user information SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Installation In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for installing the Rear Modules for the SPG 8260 installing the card into the frame cabling details and updating the card software The following topics are discussed Before You Begin Installing the SPG 8260 e Cabling for the SPG 8260 Software Upgrades for the SPG 8260 SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Installation 2 1 Before You Begin Before proceeding with the instructions in this chapter ensure that your DFR 8300 series frame is properly installed according to the instructions in the DFR 8300 Series User Manual Static Discharge Whenever handling the SPG 8260 and other related equipment please observe all static discharge precautions as described in the following note 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 equipment A ESD Susceptibility Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive Unpacking Unpack each SPG 8260 you received
20. ent 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 1s 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 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
21. es have been detected The following condition must be satisfied a valid reference signal is present when a reference is required Flashing Green When flashing green and red this LED indicates that a valid and Red reference signal is not present on the selected reference input When lit red this LED indicates that the card is experiencing Red internal errors When lit green this LED indicates that the card is locked to the Green external reference When lit yellow this LED indicates that the card is using the internal reference source Reference Yellow When unlit this LED indicates that the current selected reference Off is not available or the reference format is not supported SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 User Controls 3 3 Table 3 1 LEDs on the SPG 8260 Display and Description When lit green this LED indicates that Output 1 BNC 1 and 2 is Genlocked to the selected reference or the internal reference is Video used Output 1 When flashing green this LED indicates that Output 1 BNC 1 Flashing Green and 2 cannot be genlocked to the selected reference and is either Field Boundary locked Clock locked or free running When lit green this LED indicates that Output 2 BNC 3 and 4 is genlocked to the selected reference and the internal reference Video is used Output 2 When flashing green this LED indicates that Output 2 BNC 3 Flashing Green and 4 cannot be ge
22. ess SS SSS Ross Video Limited SPG 8260 Sync Pulse Generator User Manual x e e n sen cn x am zl s openGear Live Production Technology SPG 8260 e Sync Pulse Generator User Manual Ross Part Number 8260DR 004 01 Release Date March 31 2010 Printed in Canada The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice or obligation Copyright 2010 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 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 openGear OY is a trademark of Ross Video Limited e Ross ROSS ROSS are registered trademarks of Ross Video Limited e DashBoard Control System is a trademark of Ross Video Limited
23. ew 2 5 Software Upgrades for the SPG 8200 peperere re RR n 2 6 Performing Software Upgrades nennen 2 6 User Controls 3 cora 3 2 Control and Monitoring Features 3 3 Status and Selection LEDs on the SPG 8260 3 3 Timing and Reference toscano epa da ee dne dece 3 5 Frame Rate Compatibility sise 3 5 Reference Signals ici aaa hel bemoan 3 6 Color Framing 2 nnne tiet eee ete e ete cine ede eeu eate bo ica 3 6 Output Notes iridata 3 7 PNEU Se a 3 7 LS QU siii RTE A iii ia 3 7 Using a Delay fist urnes ici 3 7 Audio Output Timing aciei cep aaa 3 7 Menus 4 SNMP Monitoring and Control sise 4 2 DashBoard Menus for the SPG 8260 i 4 3 SIME 4 3 Hardware Tab la ERI 4 3 Ptoduct Tab a ieri estet bia AG ala ic 4 4 Setup Mensa 4 4 Alarm Menus E 4 6 SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Contents i ii e Contents Card edge Menu System oit eR DR DEC EEERER FE I EE ER E PERAT HER HERI 4 7 urb 4 7 Card edge Menus RIS URP a EHE AA 4 7 Menu Descriptions anere nnne nini nnen in niia arri 4 9 Specifications 5 Technical Specifications ici tede date rale eei eto E e et E 5 2 Channel Status Data ceteri tecti cete lea aaa 5 3 Service Information 6 Troubleshooting Checklist 3 25 ira rrr das tea dca cbe gane Lobeck De pe va 6 2 Bootload Button creas
24. 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 SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Installing the SPG 8260 This section outlines how to install a Rear Module in a DFR 8300 series frame The same procedure applies regardless of the frame or card type However the specific Rear Module you need to install depends on your application and the openGear frame you are using Rear Modules for the SPG 8260 The Rear Module for the SPG 8260 depends on the openGear frame you are installing the card into DFR 8310 series frame When installing the SPG 8260 in the DFR 8310 series frames the 8310AR 030 R1 8260 Rear Module is required The SPG 8260 is also compatible with the DFR 8310 BNC frame DFR 8321 series frame When installing the SPG 8260 in the DFR 8321 series frame the 8320AR 030 Full Rear Module R2 8260 or the 8320AR 031 Split Rear Module R2S 8260 Note that the available cable designations differ between the type of module used Refer to the section DFR 8321 Series Frame Cabling Overview on page 2 5 for details Installing a Rear Module If you are installing the SPG 8260 in a DFR 8310 BNC frame or the Rear Module is already installed proceed to the section Installing the SPG 8260 on page 2 4 Use the following procedure to install a Rear Module in your DFR 8300 series frame 1 Locate the
25. he presence of a valid reference signal Yellow Locking Indicates the presence of a valid reference signal but the card has not locked to it yet Yellow No Color Burst Indicates the presence of a NTSC or PAL reference signal that does not include a valid color burst Red No reference Indicates that no signal is detected on the selected reference source Red Unknown Indicates that a signal is detected but is not supported Reference Format Hardware Tab Tab Title Hardware Read only AES Word Clock Specifies the reference format Unknown Indicates that the reference is an unsupported format Table 4 2 summarizes the Hardware tab parameters available in DashBoard for the SPG 8260 HW Status Parameters OK FPGA load invalid Incomp I O Module Current out of spec Internal Error Table 4 2 Hardware Tab Items Description Indicates the status of the hardware Voltage mV Supply Voltage Current mA Current consumption of card CPU headroom SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Processing power available Menus 4 3 Table 4 2 Hardware Tab Items Tab Title RAM available Parameters Description On board processing memory available Hardware Uptime h Read only BAS Displays the number of hours since the last restart of the card Configuration Bank Product Tab S
26. ic shipping instructions should you wish our factory to repair your SPG 8260 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 SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Service Information 6 3 Contact Us Contact our friendly and professional support representatives for the following e Name and address of your local dealer e Product information and pricing e Technical support e Upcoming trade show information General Business Office and Technical Support HAS RON mene PHONE After Hours Emergency 613 349 0006 Fax 613 652 4425 General Information solutions rossvideo com E MAIL Technical Support techsupport rossvideo com 8 John Street Ross Video Limited Iroquois Ontario Canada KOE IK POSTAL i SERVICE P O Box 880 Ross Video Incorporated Ogdensburg New York USA 13669 0880 Visit Us Please visit us at our website for Company information Related products and full product lines e On line catalog e News Testimonials MiA eivideo com Ross Video Part Number 8260DR 004 01
27. 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 gt gt BB 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 gt 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 area are not intended to be customer serviced and should be returned to the factory for repair To reduce the risk of fire replacem
28. increments Pushing up or down on the toggle switch will F Pact Del Factor Deuil reset the card to the factory default values a The default value is 0 Menu Descriptions This section briefly summarizes the menu parameters available in the card edge display 0 Home This read only menu displays the product name and the slot the card is installed in the frame 1 Reference Source This menu enables you to select which reference to use The choices are Frame Reference 1 Fr 1 Frame Reference 2 Fr 2 the BNC on the rear module Local and Internal 2 Reference Rate This selects the internal reference field rate This field is not used when the SPG 8260 is locked to an external reference 3 Output Select This menu enables you to select the output to be configured This menu is used in conjunction with Menus 4 5 and 6 SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Menus 4 9 4 Output Standard This menu enables you to select the format for the output selected in Menu 3 5 Output Vertical Delay This menu enables you to add extra delay to the output video in line increments This menu is used in conjunction with Menu 3 6 Output Horizontal Delay This menu enables you to add delay to the output video in pixel increments This menu is used in conjunction with Menu 3 7 Audio Output This menu enables you to select the function of the audio output 8 Audio Output Co Timing Th
29. is menu enables you to specify the video output the audio input will follow 9 AES Tone This menu enables you to assign the tone for the AES output A AES Level Use this menu to adjust the audio gain over a range of 20dB in increments of 1dB B C D E Not Implemented Menus B C D and E are not implemented at this time F 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 F The Four Character Display displays Fact Def 2 Toggle SW2 up or down and hold for 3 seconds 3 Release SW2 Note Holding the Bootload button for 3 seconds when on any menu other than Factory Defaults resets that menu to the factory default value 4 10 Menus SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Specifications In This Chapter This chapter provides technical specifications for the SPG 8260 Note that specifications are subject to change without notice The following topics are discussed Technical Specifications Channel Status Data SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Specifications 5 1 Technical Specifications This section provides technical information for the SPG 8260 Table 5 1 SPG 8260 Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification SMPTE 274M 296M and 170M ITU R BT 470 6 PAL B Number of Channels 4 Sta
30. le causes please contact your openGear products distributor or the Technical Support department 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 SPG 8260 Note When the SPG 8260 is running pressing and holding the Bootload but
31. n interlaced format Clock Lock Occurs when there is a fixed relationship between the reference and the output clock rates but when there is no direct relationship between the reference and output frame rates Reference Signals The SPG 8260 can lock to one of the two frame references the reference input on the rear module or free run using the SPG 8260 internal oscillator Note Switching between references may cause the outputs to glitch When the selected reference is lost the SPG 8260 switches to its internal oscillator When the selected reference returns the SPG 8260 locks back to the input reference When running off the internal oscillator the SPG 8260 ignores any signal on the other reference inputs When running off the internal oscillator and the outputs are set to the same NTSC or PAL standard the outputs will be color framed to each other The SPG 8260 can operate without a reference by switching to the internal reference Note When using the internal reference the outputs should be no more than 1ppm from the nominal frequency with a maximum drift of 4 6ppm after 10 years Color Framing When a NTSC or PAL reference is connected to the card and one or more of the outputs are set to the same standard as the reference the color frame of the video outputs will match the reference It is important to note that the SPG 8260 will not continuously color frame lock to the reference The SPG
32. ndards Accommodated Number of Outputs per Channel 2 Signal Level I Vp p Analog Video Output DC Offset 50mV Output Impedance 75ohm Return Loss gt 40dB to 30MHz Free Run Frequency Ippm initial 4 6ppm 10 years all conditions Thermal Stability 0 25ppm 0 to 70 C 2 BNC 9 is not configured as a reference input Number of Outputs 1 BNC 9 is configured as a reference input Connector BNC AES Word Clock Output Impedance 75ohm Output Signal Level 1Vp p Return Loss gt 25dB to 10MHz Sample Rate AES Output 48kHz Number of Inputs 1 Connector BNC Input Impedance 75ohm Return Loss gt 40dB to 10MHz Minimum Input AES Word Clock 100mVp p Reference Input Maximum Input AES Word Clock 4Vp p Sample Rate AES Input 48kHz Standards Accommodated SMPTE 274M 296M and 170M Reference Input ITU R BT 470 6 PAL B Signal Level Reference Input I Vp p Operating Range 5 C to 40 C ambient Total Power Consumption a This can be BNC 9 or BNC 10 depending on the rear module you are using 5 2 Specifications SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Channel Status Data Table 5 2 shows the channel status bit information that is used for all output audio Table 5 2 Channel Status Data Function Professional or Consumer use of Channel Status Block Transmitted Professional 1 Normal Audio or Non Audio Mode Normal Audio 0
33. nlocked to the selected reference and is either Field Boundary locked Clock locked or free running When lit green this LED indicates that Output 3 BNC 5 and 6 is genlocked to the selected reference and the internal reference Video is used Output 3 When flashing green this LED indicates that Output 3 BNC 5 Flashing Green and 6 cannot be genlocked to the selected reference and is either Field Boundary locked Clock locked or free running When lit green this LED indicates that Output 4 BNC 7 and 8 is genlocked to the selected reference and the internal reference Video is used Output 4 When flashing green this LED indicates that Output 4 BNC 7 Flashing Green and 8 cannot be genlocked to the selected reference and is either Field Boundary locked Clock locked or free running When lit this LED indicates that the AES reference is being output When flashing green this LED indicates that the Word Clock is the output Green Flashing Green When not lit this LED indicates that the audio output is disabled on by the user 3 4 User Controls SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Timing and Reference This section provides additional information on the timing and reference features of the SPG 8260 Frame Rate Compatibility Refer to Table 3 2 for frame rate compatibility where a check mark indicates a Genlock state an F indicates a Field Lock state and an CL indicates a
34. pendently timed relative to the reference The delay will be in increments of the output s interface sampling frequency up to one frame of video Audio Output Timing The SPG 8260 includes an Audio Output Co Timing option in DashBoard and the card edge menus This option enables you to specify which video output the audio will follow If there is any change in timing or format the audio attempts to re lock thereby causing a glitch in the audio timing If a tone is selected the card mutes the tone during this period of re acquiring of timing The AES Word Clock outputs are framed as per AES11 2009 Audio Output Timing with an AES Work Clock Reference If the reference into the SPG 8260 is AES or Word Clock the audio outputs will be co timed to the reference e Audio Output Timing with a Video Reference If the reference into the SPG 8260 is a video signal or if the SPG 8260 is set to the internal reference the audio output AES or Word Clock will be co timed to one of the video outputs Q Note Ensure the selected output is Genlocked or Field Locked to the reference If amp the card is in free run the selected output frame rate must be compatible with the selected frame rate For More Information e on the Audio Output Co Timing option in DashBoard refer to Table 4 4 SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 User Controls 3 7 3 8 User Controls SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Menus In This Chapter This chapte
35. r provides a summary of the menus available for the SPG 8260 The following topics are discussed SNMP Monitoring and Control DashBoard Menus for the SPG 8260 e Card edge Menu System SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Menus 4 1 SNMP Monitoring and Control The Network Controller Card in the DFR 8300 series frame provides optional support for remote monitoring of your frame and the using Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP which is compatible with many third party monitoring and control tools Refer to your SPG 8260 Management Information Base MIB file for a breakdown of SNMP controls on this card Refer to the DFR 8300 Series User Manual and the MFC 8300 Series User Manual for additional information on SNMP Monitoring and Control 4 2 Menus SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 DashBoard Menus for the SPG 8260 This section briefly summarizes the menus items and parameters available from the DashBoard Control System M for the SPG 8260 Default values are noted with an asterisk The DashBoard Control System M 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 Signal Tab Table 4 1 summarizes the Signal tab parameters available in DashBoard for the SPG 8260 Tab Title Signal Read only Reference Status Parameters Green Table 4 1 Signal Tab Items Description Indicates t
36. replace this piece of equipment with a unit of equal or superior performance characteristics Should you find that this SPG 8260 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 product Implied warranties are expressly limited to the duration of this warranty This SPG 8260 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 SPG 8260 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 SPG 8260 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 specif
37. the BNC to use the local reference input e AES OUT Select this option to enable the BNC to output an AES signal or a copy of the Word Clock signal EXT TERM Jumper JP1 Use JP1 to terminate the signal on the Reference input when JP2 is set to REF IN Select from the following ON Select this option to terminate the signal on the card Note that it is recommended to select this option when JP2 is set to AES OUT OFF Select this option to leave the signal un terminated signal terminated externally on the cable SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Control and Monitoring Features This section provides information on the jumpers buttons and LEDs for the SPG 8260 Refer to Figure 3 2 for the location of the LEDs and controls POWER LED Function Select Switch SW1 Mode Select Switch SW2 Reference LED MMM Video Output 1 LED Pu Video Output 2 LED Video Output 3 LED all Video Output 4 LED M iu 4 Character Display Audio LED j Bootload Button SW3 Figure 3 2 SPG 8260 Card edge Controls Status and Selection LEDs on the SPG 8260 The front edge of the SPG 8260 has LED indicators for the cooling module fan alarm and communication activity Basic LED displays and descriptions are provided in Table 3 1 Table 3 1 LEDs on the SPG 8260 Display and Description When lit green this LED indicates that the card is functioning normal and that no anomali
38. ton for 3 seconds will reset the parameters selected by the card edge controls to the default values Use the following procedure to reload the software on a SPG 8260 1 Eject the card from the frame 2 Press and hold the Bootload button while re inserting the card into the frame During power up if this button is held down the POWER LED will start to flash and the SPG 8260 waits for a new software load During power up if this button is held down the POWER LED starts to flash and the SPG 8260 waits for a new software load When the SPG 8260 is running pressing and holding the Bootload button for 3 seconds resets the parameters selected by the card edge controls to the default values 3 Release the button 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 SPG 8260 via the connection on the rear of the frame This completes the procedure for reload the software on a SPG 8260 6 2 Service Information SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Warranty and Repair Policy The SPG 8260 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 SPG 8260 proves to be defective in any way during this warranty period Ross Video Limited reserves the right to repair or
39. torage count Table 4 3 summarizes the Product tab parameters available in DashBoard for the SPG 8260 Tab Title Product Parameters SPG 8260 Table 4 3 Product Tab Items Description Supplier Ross Video Ltd Board Rev Hit Indicates the board version Product Board S N FRERE Indicates the board serial number Read only Rear Module Type of rear module in the slot Firmware Rev Indicates the firmware version Software Rev Setup Menus Indicates the software version Table 4 4 summarizes the Setup Menu options available in DashBoard for the SPG 8260 Menu Title Reference Parameters Frame 1 Table 4 4 Setup Menu Items Description Frame 2 Selects the reference source Local Internal Reference Format read only Indicates the reference format Reference Rate 4 4 Menus read only This field is read only when the card is using Frame 1 Frame 2 or BNC 9 as the reference source This field is editable when the card is using the internal reference selected or because a valid reference source on the frame or the local reference is unavailable or is using an AES source or Word Clock for the reference source SPG 8260 User Manual Iss 01 Table 4 4 Setup Menu Items Menu Title Item Parameters Description NTSC
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