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HDC-8223 User Manual

1. HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 DashBoard Menus 5 15 Downmixer Tab Table 5 16 summarizes the options available in the Downmixer sub tab Table 5 16 Downmixer Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Silence Left Channel Input Emb Silence Left Channel Input thru Right Surround Right Channel Input Channel Input select the five embedded Emb source channels to be used for the nmix Silence dow Center Channel Input Downmix channels Downmixer L and Emb Downmixer R are available as sources for Silence embedded and or analog audio outputs using the Channel Source controls described above Left Surround Channel Input Emb Right Surround Silence Channel Input Emb Adjusts the attenuation ratio of center channel content from 5 channel source that is 10 4001160 as Lo and Ro Center Mix Ratio 80 to 20 content to the DM L and DM R stereo mix Range is in 062 steps Adjusts the attenuation ratio of surround channel content from 5 channel source that is 10 4001166 as Lo and Ro Surround Mix Ratio 80 to 20 content to the DM L and DM R stereo mix Range is in 0dB steps a The default value is 0 Audio Delay Tab Table 5 17 summarizes the options available in the Audio Delay tab Table 5 17 Audio Delay Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Adds bulk all four groups audio delay from any video delay net audio delay 33 to 3000 off
2. Output Audio Routing Controls Tab This section summarizes the options in the Output Audio Routing Controls sub tabs Embedded Output Tab Table 5 14 summarizes the options in the Embedded Output sub tab Table 5 14 Embedded Output Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Allows the specified embedded audio group on card program video output to Enabled accommodate some legacy downstream systems that may not support all four embedded audio groups Disabled Disables this feature Bape Selects the specified audio input source to Embed Out Ch Tone be embedded in the corresponding embedded output channel Downmixer Mutes the corresponding channel Inverts the corresponding channel Allows relative gain in dB control for each corresponding destination Embedded 80 to 20 Audio Group channel Range is in 1 0dB steps where unity is OdB a The default value is OdB Analog Output Tab Table 5 15 summarizes the options in the Analog Output sub tab Table 5 15 Analog Output Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description ES Selects the audio input source to be routed AN Out Ch 4 Tone to the corresponding analog audio output channel Downmixer Mutes the corresponding channel AN Out Ch Inverts the corresponding channel Allows relative gain in dB control for each corresponding destination analog 80 to 20 audio output channel Range is in 1 0dB steps where unity is OdB
3. Table 4 2 Captioning Rejected Messages Message Description Film rate closed captioning either as Unsupported Frame Rate pass through or up down conversion is not supported by the HDC 8223 Packet is marked from closed captioning Data Not Present source external to the HDC 8223 that no data is present Packet from closed captioning source external to the HDC 8223 is not properly identified with 0x9669 as the first word of the header unidentified packet No Data ID 4 8 Operation HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Reticules The Reticules feature allows Safe Action and or Safe Title overlays and other static markers to be added to the output video image For More Information on e reticules and overlay marker setup options refer to the section Reticules Tabs on page 5 13 Overview The HDC 8223 allows any combination of the reticule overlay markers to be applied to the output video Sizing and other characteristics for each type of marker can be set 1 a IA Safe Action Area Reticule Safe Title Area Reticule Graticule Center Cross Figure 4 11 Typical Reticule Overlay Marker Insertions Overlay markers using this function are for setup only When enabled these markers are embedded in the output video and will appear in the image Use this function only on preview video and not on air video Make certain any overlay tools are turned off when no longer needed HDC 8223 U
4. 349 0006 techsupport rossvideo com solutions rossvideo com http www rossvideo com Company Address Ross Video Limited ROSS lt lt Iroquois Ontario KOE 0 Canada General Business Office Fax Technical Support After Hours Emergency E mail Technical Support E mail General Information Website Contents i Contents Introduction OVERVIEW sede coh aa E N SEE T ATOA TA Video Subsystem OVerview cccccccecceeseessessecseceeeeensenseens 7 Input 6160 Video Processor iii Closed Captioning 006550 0 0 tie Audio Down Mix Function occooconocnonncconnnonncnnncnnos Simplified Block Diagrams 0ooonncnnnincnnonincnconconconnconcnnnonnonnos R2 8223 Overview R2C 8223 Rear Module niniin nnana Documentation Terms and 6206107 Installation Before Yo Begin iii Static Discharge 97 Unpacking seien Installing the HDC 8223 Rear Modules for the 1120 8223 Installing a Rear Module Installing the 1170 8223 occccocicciccnicnconioninoninnonnnos Cabling for the HDC 8223 oo ceecceesceseeeseeeeeseeeeeeeeneeenees A dio Cabling osses Sienet oninia User Controls Control and Monitoring Features Status LEDS peores Operation Control and Display DescriptiOWS ooooocincninninnciononncnnncnnnos Function Submenu Parameter Submenu Overview 7 Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and 186
5. Heat and power distribution requirements within a frame may dictate specific slot placements of cards Cards with many heat producing components should be arranged to avoid areas of excess heat build up particularly in frames using convectional cooling 2 Hold the HDC 8223 by the edges and carefully align the card edges with the slots in the frame 3 Fully insert the card into the frame until the rear connection plus is properly seated in the Rear Module 4 Verify whether your label is self adhesive by checking the back of the label for a thin wax sheet You must remove this wax sheet before applying the label to the rear module surface 5 Affix the supplied Rear Module Label to the BNC area of the Rear Module 2 4 Installation HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Cabling for the HDC 8223 This section provides information for connecting cables to the installed rear modules on the openGear frames Connect the input and output cables according to the following sections The input is internally terminated with 75ohms It is not necessary to terminate unused outputs R2 8223 Cabling Overview The HDC 8223 can be used with the R2 8223 Full Rear Module Each rear module occupies two slots and accommodates one card This rear module provides two HD SD SDI coaxial inputs four output copies of the re clocked inputs and four processed coaxial outputs can be configured as analog composite or SD SDI Figure 2 2 RCLK Copy RCLK Copy
6. 270MHz Post Processor Serial Digital Video Signal Level 800mV 10 SMES DC Offset OV 50mV Jitter SD lt 0 2UI all outputs Overshoot lt 0 2 of amplitude Pre Processor Number of Outputs Four HD SD SDI BNC Reclocked Serial Digital Video Impedance 750 Outputs Analog Video Number of Outputs Up to four SD analog CVBS via selector mux Outputs Impedance 750 Analog Audio Four balanced using 3 wire removable Phoenix Outputs inper ot Outpnis connectors 0005 24dBu Operating temperature 0 C 40 C 32 F 104 F Environmental Relative humidity operating lt 95 non condensing or storage Power Consumption lt 18W maximum 7 2 Specifications HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections Troubleshooting Checklist Warranty and Repair Policy HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Service Information 8 1 Troubleshooting Checklist Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required 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 Visual Rev
7. ATC_VITC 9 8 Conflict between ATC_VITC and AFD ATC_VITC 9 8 Gee lt both on VANC line 9 CC 10 CC 10 Dolby Metadata 13 Dolby Metadata 13 CARB 4h ft add p CARD n AFD Insertion attempted using VANC line 9 default Figure 4 2 Example VANC Line Number Allocation Improper 4 4 Operation HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Figure 4 3 shows an example of corrected VANC allocation within an 1112 5121 stream ATC_VITC 9 8 4 Conflict between ATC_VITC 9 8 CC 10 ATC_VITC on line 9 8 CC 10 Dolby Metadata 13 and AFD now on line 18 0 resolved Dolby Metadata 13 AFD 18 mm CARD 1 ee CARD n AFD Insertion corrected to use VANC line 18 Figure 4 3 Example VANC Line Number Allocation Corrected HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Operation 5 Timecode The timecode feature provides data extraction from various sources and provides formatting and re insertion controls for inserting the timecode into the output video For More Information on e the timecode menus and parameters refer to the section Timecode Tab on page 5 7 Examples Cases A B Figure 4 4 is an example A in which received 720p 59 94 SDI video is down converted to 525i 59 94 525i 59 94 Rela des HDC 8223 with ATC_VITC wi 4 with VITC Waveform Figure 4 4 Down Converting 720p to 525i If the incoming v
8. 1 provides basic LED descriptions Table 3 1 LEDs on the HDC 8223 LED Color Display and Description When flashing this LED indicates that the HDC 8223 is receiving control message from DashBoard When lit this LED indicates that the HDC 8223 is receiving valid reference ERR Red When lit this LED indicates an internal error Three blue LEDs for each SDI input A and B indicate the input signal raster format being received and locked onto by the HDC 8223 LOCK HD SD COM Flashing Blue REF Blue SDI IN 4 Continuous cycling of the LEDs indicates the HDC 8223 has not locked onto a particular format as in the case of no signal input When flashing this LED indicates that the HDC 8223 is Flashing Mie receiving a signal which cannot be processed 3 2 User Controls HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Operation In This Chapter This chapter provides information for operating your HDC 8223 and includes an overview of using DashBoard ancillary data line locations and ranges and notes on some of the specific features of the HDC 8223 The following topics are discussed e Control and Display Descriptions e Using DashBoard e Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges Timecode e Closed Captioning e Reticules e Output Audio Routing Controls Firmware Upgrades Output Audio Routing Controls HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Operation 1 Control and Display Descriptions The HDC 8223 functio
9. 4byte SMPTE ID if a valid SDI VPID status is detected Enabled Retains and inserts SMPTE 352M Video Payload ID package on outputted SDI Insertion Disabled SMPTE 352M package is removed from SDI outputs 5 10 DashBoard Menus HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Proc Control Tab The Proc Control tab provides video proc parametric controls Table 5 10 summarizes the options in the Proc Control tab Table 5 10 Proc Control Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Adjusts gain percentage applied to Luma Luma Gain Y channel Range in 1 steps Unity is at 100 Adjusts lift applied to Luma Y channel Loakan Ee e Range in 1 steps Null is at 0 0 Adjusts gain percentage applied to Saturation Chroma channels Range in 1 steps Unity at 100 Adjusts phase angle applied to Chroma Colet Tia pee ogee Range in 1 steps Null is at 0 HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 DashBoard Menus 1 Closed Captioning Tab Table 5 11 summarizes the options in the Closed Captioning tab Table 5 11 Closed Captioning Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Indicates that closed captioning is present this message includes the VANC line Packet on Line number of the incoming closed captioning packet or SD waveform based VANC Line number Not Present Indicates that no closed captioning is Input Status Disabled present in the video signal read only Refer to the section
10. 5 4 DashBoard Menus HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Scaler Tab Table 5 6 summarizes the options available in the Scaler tab Description Displays signal format status sent to scaler as a function of the Input Video source setting An invalid or unavailable signal is detected Displays output signal format status An invalid or unavailable signal is detected Selects between the standard preset Aspect Ratio Conversions ARC as well as User Defined settings Buttons allow standard ARC presets to be applied to output video For any setting using the Horizontal or Vertical controls allow user custom settings Pressing any of the preset buttons restores the ARC to the selected setting and overrides any previous custom settings 50 to 150 user range in 0 1 steps null 100 0 Shifts horizontal center of image left negative value or right positive value values in percentage range in 0 1 steps null 0 Shifts vertical center of image down negative value or up positive value values in percentage range in 0 1 steps null 0 DashBoard Menus 5 5 Table 5 6 Scaler Tab Items Parameters None None Apply Apply Apply Apply Apply 50 150 50 150 74 to 74 74 to 4 Input Video Status read only Output Video Status read only Unity 1 0HV Pillar Box 0 75H Center Cut 1 33H Letter Box 0 75V Vertical Center Cut 1 33V Aspect Ratio Horizo
11. 8223 In this example No connection to device indicating HDC 8223 A aa card is not connecting to frame LAN a ES If the HDC 8223 card is not connecting to the frame or LAN all controls are grayed out in the Device View right hand side of window Gray indicator icon in Card Access Navigation Tree pane shows card s are a ES Frame1 not being seen by DashBoard due to lack of connection to frame LAN Slot 0 MFC 8320 N Slot 6 HDC 8223 In this example both a HDC 8223 in slot 6 and the MFC 8320 N Network Controller Card for its frame in slot 0 are not being seen Yellow indicator icon in Card Access Navigation Tree pane shows card Gi al a 58 Frame 1 with an alert condition Slot 0 MFC 8320 N Slot 6 HDC 8223 In this example the Card Access Navigation Tree pane shows a general alert issued by the MFC 8320 N Network Controller Card Clicking the card slot position in the Card Access Navigation Tree in this example Network Controller Card Slot 0 MFC 8320 N opens the Card Info pane for the selected card Slot 0 MFC 8320 N Card state PSU2 Status Missing Connection ONLINE 7 In this example a message of PSU2 Status Missing is displayed TN 6251 50 Yellow indicator icon in HDC 8223 Card Info pane shows error alert along with cause for alert SDI Input A SDI Input E In this example the HDC 8223 is not receiving an enabled framesync source HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01
12. 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Symptom DashBoard shows Unlocked message in HDC 8223 Card Info panel Card edge Input Format LEDs show continuous cycling Ancillary data closed captioning timecode not transferred through HDC 8223 Audio not processed or passed through card Selected upgrade firmware will not upload Troubleshooting Network Remote Control Errors Should any problem arise with this product that was not solved by the information in this section please contact Ross Video Technical Support Refer to the section Contact Us located on the back cover of this manual for contact information 6 6 Troubleshooting HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Specifications In This Chapter This chapter provides the technical specification information for the HDC 8223 Note that specifications are subject to change without notice The following topics are discussed e Technical Specifications HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Specifications 1 Technical Specifications This section includes the technical specifications for the HDC 8223 Table 7 1 HDC 8223 Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Number of Inputs 2 with manual select or failover Serial Digital Video Data Rates Supported SMPTE 292M SMPTE 259M Inputs Impedance 750 terminating Return Loss gt 15dB up 72 Number of Outputs Up to four SD SDI outputs via selector mux Impedance 750 Return Loss gt 15dB at 5MHz
13. Out 1 Out 2 RCLK Copy RCLK Copy Out 3 Out 4 SDI CVBS SDI CVBS Out 1 Out 2 SDI CVBS SDI CVBS Out 3 Out 4 Figure 2 2 Cable Connections for the R2 8223 Rear Modules R2C 8223 Cabling Overview The HDC 8223 can also be used with the R2C 8223 Full Rear Module Each rear module occupies two slots and accommodates one card This rear module provides two SDI inputs two output copies of the re clocked input two SDI Composite outputs and four analog audio outputs Figure 2 3 RCLK Copy RCLK Copy Out 1 Out 2 ANLG Audio ANLG Audio Out 1 Out 2 ANLG Audio ANLG Audio Out 3 Out 4 SDI CVBS SDI CVBS Out 1 Out 2 Figure 2 3 Cable Connections for the R2C 8223 Rear Module HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Installation 5 Audio Cabling The R2C 8223 rear module provides Phoenix Contact 3 pin audio terminal blocks with removable connectors Each block has locations for the positive negative and grounded wires of a balanced audio cable To cable the analog audio connections Insert an analog audio wire to the designated polarity slots on the connector of the rear module Figure 2 4 6 Rear Module Connector i Removale Phoenix Contact Plu View oriented with top screw terminals u 3 5 0 Figure 2 4 Connector Wiring for Rear Module Input Sockets Note Unbalanced connections can be connected across the and G terminals Note that this connection will experi
14. current content and source used for the timecode data output status is valid Timecode insertion button is set to Disabled output insertion is disabled If timecode is unavailable from Source Priority selection performed timecode on output reverts to Free Run internal count mode Because the 1 s digit of the display Frames counter goes from 0 29 the fractional digit along with the 1 s digit indicates frame count as follows 0 0 Frame 0 0 1 Frame 1 1 0 Frame 2 e 1 1 Frame 3 29 1 Frame 59 For SD output enables or disables SD VITC waveform timecode insertion into the output video and selects the VITC1 and VITC2 line numbers 6 22 where the VITC waveform is inserted If only one output line is to be used set both controls for the same line number Only affects VITC waveform inserted or copied to a new line number by this function An existing VITC waveform on an unscaled SD SDI stream is not affected by this control and is passed on an SDI output Enables SD ATC_VITC timecode insertion into the output video Disables ATC_VITC timecode insertion into the output video Selects the line number for the ATC_VITC Accommodates equipment requiring ATC_VITC packet in both fields as a Field 1 packet non toggling Note that non toggling VITC1 and VITC2 packets do not conform to SMPTE 12M 2 2008 preferences As such ATC_VITC legacy support should be enabled only if required by downstream
15. equipment Disables this feature HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Parameters Insertion Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Enabled Disabled Tab Title Output Status read only SD VITC Waveform Output Line Number SD VITC Waveform Insertion SD ATC_VITC Insertion SD ATC Insertion Line ATC_VITC Legacy Support 5 8 DashBoard Menus Table 5 8 Timecode Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Allows an initial starting count to be Free Run Hours applied to output video timecode when Free Run insertion is enabled Initialization can only be applied when card is outputting Free Run timecode as reported by the Output Status field displaying Free Run Free Run Minutes Free Run Seconds If failover to Free Run occurs due to loss of external timecode s the Free Run Confirm count assumes its initial count from the last valid externally supplied count Apply Free Run Values HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 DashBoard Menus 5 9 Video Payload ID Tab Table 5 9 summarizes the options in the Video Payload ID tab Table 5 9 Video Payload ID Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Detected Indicates SDI input is marked with BESS SMPTE 352 M package VPID Status on SDI Indicates SDI input is not marked with Not Detected SMPTE 352 M package other fields remain blank in this mode Video Payload ID on Reports the
16. section Rear Modules for the HDC 8223 on page 2 3 Input Select The HDC 8223 can select from either of two HD SD SDI inputs using either manual control or settings that provide failover to the alternate secondary input Failover is simple signal presence check only Video Processor The HDC 8223 provides full color processing control luma gain and lift chroma saturation and color phase of the output video Scaler Function The scaler function provides down conversion to SD from multiple standard SD and HD video formats and multiple frame rates with auto format detect down conversion of SMPTE 292 259M formats Color framing is preserved on CVBS outputs for all conversions The scaler function also provides aspect ratio conversion that provides a choice from several standard aspect ratios User defined settings allow custom user defined H and V aspect ratio control as well as pan tilt control Reticule insertion provides safe action area marking as well as other reticule functions and patterns Closed Captioning Processor This function provides support for closed captioning setup When receiving HD SDI both CEA 608 and CEA 708 are supported with CEA 608 and CEA 708 containing CEA 608 packets converted to line 21 closed captioning on outputs down converted to SD HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Introduction 3 Timecode Processor As illustrated in Figure 1 1 this function provides for extraction of timecode data fr
17. 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 Status Tab Table 5 1 summarizes the read only information displayed in the Status tab Description Reports the current output format Indicates the format of the specified input signal Indicates the reference signal used by the HDC 8223 Reports the last saved log message Measured input voltage Calculated power of the HDC 8223 Current temperature of board Indicates the FPGA Core temperature Reports running time elapsed since last card power cycle or reboot Table 5 1 Status Tab Items Parameters W HHHH C HHHH C HHHH C D hh mm ss Tab Title Output Video SDI Input Reference Log Status Card Voltage Card Power Card Temp Front Card Temp Rear Card Temp FPGA Card Up Time Product Info Tab Table 5 2 summarizes the read only information displayed in the Product Info tab Table 5 2 Product Info Tab Items Description Indicates the card model Indicates which licensed features are installed on the HDC 8223 Indicates the provider of the HDC 8223 Indicates the software version Indicates the build date of the software Provides information on the FPGA version Indicates the assigned serial number Indicates rear module the HDC 82
18. 23 is installed in HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Parameters HDC 8223 Ross Video Ltd EHHH Tab Title Product Product Options Supplier Revision Build Date FPGA Revision FPGA Build Date Product Info Serial Number Rear Module 5 2 DashBoard Menus Input Video Tab The Input Video tab allows manual or failover selection of card SDI inputs and displays the status raster format and embedded group status ofreceived SDI video Table 5 3 summarizes the options and ready only information available in the Input Video tab Table 5 3 Input Video Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description SDIA Allow forced manual selection of SDI B correspondingly SDI IN A or SDI IN B Sets main path preference of SDI IN A If SDI IN A goes invalid SDI IN B is Failover A to B used If SDI IN A goes valid again failover Input Video Source automatically reverts to SDI IN A Sets main path preference of SDI IN B If SDI IN B goes invalid SDI IN A is Failover B to A used If SDI IN B goes valid again failover automatically reverts to SDI IN B Reports the input status and audio group presence along with elapsed time of SDI Status signal acquire read only Displays raster format for both card inputs Unlocked Signal is not present or is invalid Emb Audio Status Groups 1 4 read only 4 Reports the presence of each embedded aud
19. 3 Overview Figure 1 3 outlines the workflow of the HDC 8223 when installed with the R2 8223 full rear RCLK Copy 1 RCLK Copy 2 RCLK Copy 3 RCLK Copy 4 module 5 SERIALIZER J 4xDA SD VIDEO DAC mm m m 4xDA pects A PA ETO DOWNCONVERT VIDEO ARC RETICULE SYNC GEN PROCESSING OVERLAY 06 PROCESSING Te VITC Waveform ATC VITC Timecode PROCESSING HD SD O EQ RECLOCK AUDIO DESERIALIZE DE EMBED HD SD O EQ In 8 RECLOCK AUDIO AUDIO EMBED ROUTING BULK DOWN DELAY MIXER OFFSET Figure 1 3 Functional Block Diagram R2 8223 Rear Module 1 6 Introduction HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 326 8223 Rear Module Figure 1 4 outlines the workflow of the HDC 8223 when installed with the R2C 8223 full rear module RCLK Copy 1 RCLK Copy 2 SDI SERIALIZER one SDI CVBS OUT 1 i SD VIDEO DAC m m m p SDI CVBS OUT 2 14xDA bemm DOWNCONVERT VIDEO SYNC GEN PROCESSING PROCESSING 56 VITC Waveform ATC VITC Timecode PROCESSING ARC RETICULE OVERLAY O HD SD EQ SDI InA RECLOCK AUDIO DESERIALIZE DE EMBED EQ HD SD SDI In B RECLOCK AUDIO ANLG Out 1 ROUTING BULK DOWN DELAY ANLG Out 2 MIXER OFFSET ANLG Out 3 ANLG Out 4 Figure 1 4 Functional Block Diagram R2C 8223 Rear Module HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Introducti
20. 8 7 Examples Cases A B Example Casi ts e a a et Closed Caption MB aiii 07 OVERVIEW A Output Audio Routing ControlS ooooooonnnnnnnninonnmcrinnns HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Firmware Upgrades Firmware Upgrade Controls s s sss s 8 07 Video Payload ID ooooconnninonnniccnicnicnocnss Scala DashBoard Menus Status 1 0 Status sis A AAA ed Product Info Tab n se Input Video Tab 7 Output Video Tab cc ceceseeceseeeseeseeeseeeeeneeenes Output Routing Tab eeeeeeeeees Analog Video Tab Salen Lab seen T ti Video Alignment 71 Video Payload ID 0 Closed Captioning 7 1 2 Basic abi a Advanced Tab ccceccecseeseesesseeseseeeses Output Audio Routing Controls Tab Embedded Output 182 Analog Output Tab cee eeeeeeeteeeees Downmixer Tab Audio Delay 1 Presets Firmware Upgrade 18 Log Status Tab oe Troubleshooting Error and Failure Indicator Overview DashBoard Status Error Indicators and Displays Basic Troubleshooting 01100 Processing Error 10100 Troubleshooting Network Remote Control Errors Specifications Technical Specifications 0 07 Service Information Troubleshooting Checklist Warranty and Repair Policy eee eeeeeeeeeeeneees ii e Contents Int
21. B Important Safety Instructions Caution This product is intended to be a component product of the DFR 8300 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 equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A Digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC R
22. Reticules Advanced Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Disable Disables user graticule insertion Graticule 7 Enable Enables user graticule insertion Controls height of insertion percentage of ot 4 3 outputted image area Controls width of insertion percentage of Graticule Width 0 100 4 3 outputted image area Disable Disables center cross insertion Center Cross Enable Enables center cross insertion Controls height of vertical line Comer cient 0700 percentage of 4 3 outputted image area Controls width of horizontal line Center Width 0 100 percentage 01 4 3 outputted image area Disable Disables horizontal line insertion Horizontal Line Advanced Enable Enables horizontal line insertion Controls the width of the horizontal line Hor Line Size 0 100 percentage 01 4 3 outputted image area Controls the vertical positioning of the Hor Line Pos 0 100 horizontal line percentage of 4 3 outputted image area Disable Disables vertical line insertion Vertical Line Enable Enables vertical line insertion Controls the height of the vertical line Ver Line Size 0 100 percentage 01 4 3 outputted image area Controls the horizontal positioning of the Ver Line Pos 0 100 line percentage of 4 3 outputted image area Disable NTSC Legacy This menu item is not implemented Enable 5 14 DashBoard Menus HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01
23. Troubleshooting Captioning Rejected Due to x on petete fordetaile Indicates bit in packet from upstream source may inadvertently be set as inactive In this case closed captioning data if present is still processed and passed by the HDC 8223 as normal Caption Service is Marked as Inactive Enables the closed captioning insertion on the output Enabled ette Closed captioning is set to standard a default line number Line 21 Closed Captioning Disables the closed captioning insertion on the output Note that closed captioning line may contain active unintended data even if closed captioning is set to Off Disabled 5 12 DashBoard Menus HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Reticules Tabs This section summarizes the options in the Reticules sub tabs Basic Tab The Basic tab allows Safe Action and or Safe Title overlays and other static markers to be added to the output video image Table 5 12 summarizes the options in the Basic sub tab Table 5 12 Reticules Basic Tab Items Description Insertion of all reticules or other markers is disabled Provides independent master enable disable for card SDI outputs Any combination of reticules or other markers described below can be inserted Insertion of all reticules or other markers is disabled Provides independent master enable disable for card CVBS outputs Any combination of reticules or other markers described below can be inserte
24. Troubleshooting 3 Basic Troubleshooting Checks Failures of a general nature affecting many cards and or functions simultaneously or gross inoperability errors are best addressed first by performing basic checks before proceeding further Table 6 2 provides basic system checks that typically locate the source of most general problems If required and applicable perform further troubleshooting in accordance with the other troubleshooting tables in this chapter Table 6 2 Basic Troubleshooting Checks Item Checks On both the frame Network Controller Card and the HDC 8223 in all cases when power is being properly supplied there is always at least one indicator illuminated Any card showing no illuminated indicators should be cause for concern Verify power presence and Check the Power Consumed indication for the HDC 8223 card This can characteristics be observed using the DashBoard Card Info pane If display shows no power being consumed either the frame power supply connections or the HDC 8223 card itself is defective If display shows excessive power being consumed refer to the chapter Specifications on page 7 1 the HDC 8223 card may be defective Make certain all cable connections are fully secure including coaxial cable attachment to cable ferrules on BNC connectors Also make certain all Check Cable connection connecting points are as intended secureness and connecting points Make certain the selected c
25. a PC connected to your facility network The DashBoard software and user manual are available from the Ross Video website To launch DashBoard 1 Ensure that you are running DashBoard software version 6 0 0 or higher 2 Launch DashBoard by double clicking its icon on your desktop 3 Ensure that the openGear frame with the HDC 8223 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 User Manual and DashBoard User Manual should the Tree View not display the HDC 8223 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 including the HDC 8223 2 Double click the node for a card to display its menus in the Device View of DashBoard right side of the DashBoard window Frame 1 Slot 1 HDC 8223 Frame 1 Sioto MEC 3320 N Siot1 H0c 8223 Slot 14 QSP 8229 Example of an HDC 8223 in DashBoard Checking HDC 8223 Information The operating status and software version the HDC 8223 can be checked using DashBoard or the card edge control user interface Proper operating status in DashBoard is denoted by green icons for the status indicators shown above Yellow or red icons respectively indicate an alert or failure con
26. afety 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 electronic device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event gt gt lt Pe
27. an be used Installing a Rear Module If the Rear Module is already installed proceed to the section Installing the HDC 8223 on page 2 4 To install a rear module in the openGear frame 1 Locate the card frame slots on the rear of the frame 2 Remove the Blank Plate from the slot you have chosen for the HDC 8223 installation If there is no Blank Plate installed proceed to the next step 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 Slots Figure 2 1 Rear Module Installation in an openGear Frame HDC 8223 not shown 4 Align the top hole of the Rear Module with the screw on the top edge of the frame back plane 5 Using a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screw fasten the Rear Module to the back plane of the frame Do not over tighten 6 Ensure proper frame cooling and ventilation by having all rear frame slots covered with Rear Modules or Blank Plates HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Installation 3 Installing 6 3 This section outlines how to install the HDC 8223 in an openGear frame If the HDC 8223 is to be installed in any compatible frame other than a Ross Video product refer to the frame manufacturer s manual for specific instructions To install the card in an openGear frame 1 Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure Installing a Rear Module on page 2 3 Notice
28. ation on on the menus and parameters available for the HDC 8223 refer to the chapter DashBoard Menus on page 5 1 Video Payload ID The Video Payload ID feature allows where applicable the display of payload identification in accordance with SMPTE 352M Note Refer to SMPTE 352M 2002 for descriptions of the various payload identifier bytes and their functions Scaler The Scaler features provides aspect ratio controls including Horizontal and Vertical pan controls Each Scaler control is fully described in the section Scaler Tab on page 5 5 74 0 74 0 74 74 Figure 4 12 H Pan Control Figure 4 13 V Pan Control HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Operation 3 4 14 Operation HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 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 This chapter contains the following information Status Tabs Input Video Tab e Output Video Tab Scaler Tab e Video Alignment Tab Timecode Tab e Video Payload ID Tab e Proc Control Tab e Closed Captioning Tab Reticules Tabs e Output Audio Routing Controls Tab Presets Firmware Upgrade Tab e Log Status Tab HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 DashBoard Menus 1 Status Tabs This section summarizes the read only information displayed in the Status tabs The fields in the Status tabs can vary in
29. d Safe Action Area control is customized using the options in this tab Disables safe action area graticule insertion Enables safe action area graticule insertion Controls height of insertion percentage of 4 3 outputted image area Controls width of insertion percentage of 4 3 outputted image area Disables Safe Title area graticule insertion Enables Safe Title area graticule insertion Controls height of insertion percentage of 4 3 outputted image area Controls width of insertion percentage of 4 3 outputted image area Selects white overlay color Selects black overlay color Provides a negative of the underlying image pixels Note that Inverse setting overrides Overlay Color setting Sets the opacity of the overlay for both white black and inverse color modes DashBoard Menus 5 13 Parameters Disable Disable Enable Custom Disable Enable 0 100 0 100 Disable Enable 0 100 0 100 White Black Disable Enable 0 100 SDI Out Reticule Analog Out Reticule Reticule Size locked SAA Height SAA Width STA STA Height STA Width Overlay Color Inverse Color Opacity Tab Title HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Advanced Tab The Advanced sub tab provides insertion and sizing controls for custom graticules and other markers Table 5 13 summarizes the options in the Advanced sub tab Table 5 13
30. data the current content timecode running count and line number is displayed Ifa format is not receiving timecode data Not Present is displayed Selects the priority assigned to each of the four supported external formats and internal Free Run in the event the preferred source is unavailable Selects the preferred format to be used in descending order i e Source Priority 2 selects the second most preferred format and so on Use with care When selected with alternate intended format s set as a lower priority the card will indeed disable all timecode output should the ordinate preferred format s become unavailable Typically choices other than Disable should be used if a timecode output is always desired with Disable only used to remove all timecode data Allows the current timecode count to be delayed on the output video Allows the current timecode count to be advanced on the output video Delays advances or delays timecode by one field Delays advances or delays timecode by up to five frames DashBoard Menus 5 7 Parameters Disable Outputs Delayed Advanced Reference VITC Status read only Input VITC Status read only Input ATC LTC Status read only Input ATC VITC Status read only Source Priority Offset Offset Field Offset Frame HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Tab Title Table 5 8 Timecode Tab Items Description Displays the
31. dition Refer to the chapter Troubleshooting on page 6 1 for corrective action HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Operation 3 Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges Table 4 1 lists typical default output video VANC line number locations for various ancillary data items that may be passed or handled by the HDC 8223 Table 4 1 Typical Ancillary Data Line Number Locations Ranges Default Line No Range AFD 12 Note 2 9 Note 2 ATC_VITC 13 Note 2 9 8 Note 2 ATC LTC 10 Note 2 Dolby Metadata 13 Note 2 13 Note 2 SDI VITC Waveform 14 16 Note 2 Closed Captioning 21 locked 10 Note 2 Notes 1 The card does not check for conflicts on a given line number Make certain the selected line is available and carrying no other data 2 While range indicated by drop down list on GUI may allow a particular range of choices the actual range is automatically clamped limited to certain ranges to prevent inadvertent conflict with active picture area depending on video format Limiting ranges for various output formats are as follows Format Line No Limiting Format Line No Limiting Line No Limiting 525i 12 19 720p 9 25 9 41 625i 9 22 1080i 9 20 Because line number allocation is not standardized for all ancillary items consideration should be given to all items when performing set ups Figure 4 2 shows an example of improper VANC allocation within an HD SDI stream
32. ence a 60 voltage gain loss Adjust input gain for these connections accordingly Use a tweaker screwdriver to tighten the corresponding capture screw Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each wire on each connector Once the cables are wired to the connectors install the connectors on the terminal blocks for the rear module HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 1 2 6 Installation User Controls In This Chapter There are two methods for monitoring the HDC 8223 via DashBoard or using the LEDs and switches on the card edge This chapter provides a general overview of the controls available on the card edge of the HDC 8223 The following topics are discussed e Control and Monitoring Features HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 User Controls 1 Control and Monitoring Features This section describes the HDC 8223 card edge status LEDs and display These LEDs and the display show status and error conditions relating to the card itself and remote network communications where applicable Because these LEDs are part of the card itself and require no external interface the LEDs are particularly useful in the event of communications problems with external devices such as network remote control devices Refer to Figure 3 1 for the location of the LEDs COM LED seo te i 4 Character Display LOCK LED SDIINA HD LED SD LED LOCK LED SDIINB HD LED SD LED Figure 3 1 HDC 8223 Card edge Controls Status LEDs Table 3
33. es ARC processing and timecode closed captioning conversion from packet based timecode formats and CEA608 708 HD formats to SD VITC based waveform timecode and line 21 closed captioning available on both SDI and analog video outputs The HDC 8223 provides the following inputs and outputs HD SD SDI IN A SDI IN B two dual rate HD SD SDI inputs GUI selectable or basic failover PROCESSED VIDEO OUT 1 4 via four independent 2 1 GUI selectable crosspoints each of the four BNC outputs can independently be set as SD SDI or analog composite CVBS outputs e RLCK OUT 1 4 four HD SD SDI reclocked buffered video outputs AN AUD OUT 1 4 four balanced analog audio outputs R2C 8223 rear module only 1 2 Introduction HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Video Subsystem Overview The HDC 8223 features a downconverting scaler video proc and user adjustable aspect ratio control and zoom control The HDC 8223 video subsystem also provides the functions described below Rear Modules The HDC 8223 physically interfaces to system video connections at the rear of its frame using a rear module All inputs and outputs shown in Figure 1 3 enter and exit the card via the card edge backplane connector The rear module breaks out the HDC 8223 card edge connections to BNC and other connections that interface with other components and systems in the signal chain For More Information on e the required rear modules refer to the
34. es mute and phase invert channel controls as well as peak level meter for each output channel Meter shows level as affected by level control Note Although the HDC 8223 can pass non PCM data such as Dolby E or AC 3 setting the gain control to any setting other than default O will corrupt Dolby data Center Mix Ratio Control The default setting 15 recommended to maintain center channel predominance in downmix representative to that of the original source 5 channel mix The 0dB setting applies no ratiometric reduction Center channel content is restored as in phase center channel content with no attenuation making center channel content more predominate in the overall mix The maximum attenuation setting 80dB applies a 80dB ratiometric reduction of center channel content Center channel content is restored as in phase center channel content at a 80dB ratio relative to overall level making center channel content less predominate in the overall mix Surround Mix Ratio Control The default setting is recommended to maintain center channel predominance in downmix representative to that of the original source 5 channel mix The 0 dB setting applies no ratiometric reduction Surround channel content is restored with no attenuation making Lo and Ro content more predominate in the overall mix HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 4 10 Operation The maximum attenuation setting 80dB applies a 80dB ratiometric reduct
35. etition with respect We will cooperate with and help other friendly companies o oN We will go above and beyond in times of crisis f 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 HDC 8223 User Manual e Ross Part Number 8223DR 004 01 e Release Date February 27 2014 2014 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 Copyright Patents Patent numbers 4 205 346 5 115 314 5 280 346 5 561 404 7 034 886 7 508 455 7 602 446 7 834 886 7 914 332 8 499 019 B2 2039277 1237518 1127289 and other patents pending Important Regulatory and Safety Notices to Service Personnel Before using this product and nay associated equipment refer to the Important S
36. ideo contains ATC_LTC timecode data as indicated in the status fields in DashBoard set the Source Priority drop down lists to include ATC_LTC timecode data as a choice This extracts ATC_LTC timecode data from the incoming video AA Input ATC_LTC gt Input ATC_VITC Disable Outputs MEAN Disable Outputs Figure 4 5 Status Fields Figure 4 6 Source Priority Settings Figure 4 7 is an example B of providing both SDI ATC_VITC and VITC waveform timecode data in the converted SD output video REFERENCE VITC mm mm ms DETECT EXTRACT PRIORITY ATC_LTC SELECT VITC WAVEFORM DETECT EXTRACT TIMECODE PROC EMBED 720p SDI with ATC_LTC SDI ATC_VITC DETECT EXTRACT ATC_VITC TIMECODE BUFFER PROC EMBED SDI VITC Waveform FORMAT DETECT EXTRACT FREE RUN INTERNAL COUNT 525i SDI with ATC_VITC with VITC Waveform INSERT CONTROL LINE NUMBER CONTROL Figure 4 7 Using SDI ATC_VITC and VITC Waveform Timecode Data 4 6 Operation HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 As such set both SD ATC VITC Insertion and SD VITC Waveform Insertion to Enabled In Figure 4 7 the line numbers are set to the default SMPTE 12M 2 2008 recommended values rm Output 1 Line Number rm Output 2 Line Number SD VIT Insertion Enabled SD ATC_VITC Insertion Enabled SD ATC Insertion Line Figure 4 8 Insertion Settings Example Case C In this example even though an ATC_LTC could be avai
37. iew 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 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 Input Signal Status Verify that source equipment is operating correctly and that a valid signal is being supplied Output Signal Path Verify that destination equipment 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 HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 1 8 2 Service Information Warranty and Repair Policy The HDC 8223 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 HDC 8223 proves to be defective in any way during this warranty period Ross Video Limited reserves the right to repair or replace thi
38. io group for actively selected input a Failover criteria is simple signal presence HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 DashBoard Menus 5 3 Output Video Tab This section outlines the sub tabs available in the Output Video tab Output Routing Tab The Output Routing tab allows selection of each of the four video output coaxial connectors as SD SDI or CVBS output mode Table 5 4 summarizes the options available in the Output Routing tab Table 5 4 Output Routing Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description CVBS For each of the four coaxial video output connections provides independent selection of setting the port as an SD SDI Output Output video output or CVBS analog SD output Routing SD SDI The output numbers correlate to the output port numbers as labelled on the rear module being used Analog Video Tab Table 5 5 summarizes the options available in the Analog Video tab The Analog Video tab provides CVBS parameter controls and test pattern output controls Table 5 5 Analog Video Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Enables video DAC oversampling Enable Oversampling can improve rendering of Oversampling motion for down conversions to the CVBS SD analog output Disable Disables this feature Analog Video Enables chroma content in the CVBS Enable output Disable Disables this feature Enable Enables 75 color bars Test Pattern Disable Disables this feature
39. ion of surround channel content Surround channel content is restored at a 80dB ratio relative to overall level making surround channel content less predominate in the overall mix Audio Delay Controls Delay control adds bulk all four groups audio delay from any video delay net audio delay offset setting adds delay in addition to any delay included by other actions This control is useful for correcting lip sync problems when video and audio paths in the chain experience differing overall delays Note Delay settings are applied to embedded as well as analog audio outputs HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Operation 1 Firmware Upgrades The Presets Firmware Upgrade tab allows user control settings to be saved in a Preset and then recalled loaded as desired and provides a one button restore of factory default settings This tab also provides controls for selecting and loading card firmware upgrade files This section outlines the firmware upgrade controls for your HDC 8223 Firmware Upgrade Controls Firmware upgrade controls allow a selected firmware version where multiple versions can be uploaded to the card s internal memory to invoke an upgrade to a selected version either instantly or set to install on the next card reboot thereby allowing card upgrade downtime to be controlled at a scheduled point in time This deferred upload allows scheduling a firmware upgrade downtime event until when it is convenient
40. lable to substitute for ATC_VITC not being present the HDC 8223 will refer to no timecode output since the choice of Disable Output out prioritizes ATC_LTC with the settings seen in Figure 4 9 The choices shown in Figure 4 10 will allow ATC_LTC to out prioritize Disable Output if ATC_VITC is not available AAN Input VITC Sourc AN Input VITC ESA Input ATC_VITC S Input ATC_VITC MARN Disable Outputs 5 5 Input ATC_LTC E Input ATC_LTC MIE Disable Outputs Figure 4 9 No Timecode Output Figure 4 10 ATC_LTC Priority Set HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Operation 7 Closed Captioning The Closed Captioning feature provides support for closed captioning setup Note that this feature does not support PAL closed captioning standards Note When receiving HD SDI both CEA 608 and CEA 708 are supported with CEA 608 and CEA 708 containing CEA 608 packets converted to Line 21 closed captioning on outputs down converted to SD For More Information on the menus and parameters available for the closed captioning feature refer to the section Closed Captioning Tab on page 5 12 Troubleshooting The message Captioning Rejected Due to is displayed due to the items described below The closed captioning function assesses cdp_identifier cdp frame_rate ccdata_present and caption_ service active items contained in the packet header to make the determinations listed in Table 4 2 Refer to CEA 708 B for more information
41. lation In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for installing the Rear Module s for the HDC 8223 installing the card into the openGear frame and cabling details The following topics are discussed Before You Begin Installing the HDC 8223 e Cabling for the HDC 8223 HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Installation 1 Before You Begin Before proceeding 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 equipment Unpacking Unpack each HDC 8223 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 HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Installing the HDC 8223 This section outlines how to install a rear module and HDC 8223 in an openGear frame The same procedure applies regardless of the rear module Rear Modules for the HDC 8223 The R2 8223 Full Rear Module or the R2C 8223 Full Rear Module c
42. ns can be accessed and controlled by DashBoard When a setting is changed settings displayed on DashBoard are the settings as effected by the card itself and reported back to the remote control the value displayed at any time is the actual value as set on the card Function Submenu Parameter Submenu Overview The functions and related parameters available on the HDC 8223 are organized into function submenus which consist of parameter groups Figure 4 1 shows how the HDC 8223 and its submenus are organized and also provides an overview of how navigation is performed between cards function submenus and parameters When using DashBoard the desired card is HDC 8223 first selected The desired function submenu is next selected Function Submenus consist of parameter groups related to a particular HDC 8223 card function e g Proc Control Submenu A Submenu B Submenu Z Parameter 2 Parameter 2 Parameter 2 Parameter 3 Each submenu consists of groups of parameters related to the function submenu Using the Proc Control function submenu example the individual parameters for this function consist of various processor parameters such as Gain Lilft Saturation and so on Figure 4 1 Function Submenu Parameter Submenu Overview 4 2 Operation HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Using DashBoard Before proceeding ensure that the DashBoard Control System is installed on
43. ntal Aspect Ratio Vertical H Pan V Pan HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Tab Title Video Alignment Tab The Video Alignment tab shows the card output video alignment relative to selected video or reference sources This allows assessment of the card s video timing sync relative to other video or house reference sources Table 5 7 summarizes the options available in the Video Alignment tab Table 5 7 Video Alignment Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Off Selects the timing to which the card s Reference Input Video output video is measured against Reference Shows in near real time milliseconds the offset between the card s output video timing and the selected reference source For example with source set to Input Video the card s static latent delay is ms displayed With Reference 1 selected a slow drift indicates the card s input is not upstream frame synced or locked with this reference A non drifting display would indicate that upstream video is ref locked to the selected reference Reference Alignment read only 5 6 DashBoard Menus HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Timecode Tab Table 5 8 summarizes the options available in the Timecode tab Table 5 8 Timecode Tab Items Description Displays the current status and contents of the four supported external timecode formats If a format is receiving timecode
44. ntrols the respective indicators and displays are individually described in this section Table 6 3 Troubleshooting Processing Errors by Symptom Corrective Action Ensure intended video source is connected to appropriate HDC 8223 video input Make certain BNC cable connections between frame rear module for the HDC 8223 and signal source are OK The HDC 8223 shows yellow indicator for input channel set up to receive expected input If an input is not selected as an active input it does not propagate a yellow indicator Ensure respective control is set to On or Enabled as appropriate Ensure each ancillary data item to be passed is assigned a unique line number Refer to the section Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges on page 4 4 On the Output Audio Routing Controls tab the Audio Group Enable control for group 1 thru 4 must be enabled for sources to be embedded into respective embedded channel groups On the Presets Firmware Upgrade tab the Automatically Reboot After Upgrade box is cleared not checked Either reboot the card manually or leave this box selected includes a check mark to allow automatic reboot to engage an upgrade upon selecting the upgrade Troubleshooting 6 5 Error Condition No video input present Control s not enabled VANC line number conflict between two or more ancillary data items Enable control not turned on Automatic reboot after upgrade turned off HDC
45. om the input video and in turn re insertion of timecode data into the output SDI or analog composite In this manner timecode data can be preserved even after format conversion The function can monitor the SDI video input of the card for supported timecode formats and convert the timecode to either or both ATC_VITC or VITC waveform with selectable odd even field line number control ATC_VITC and VITC waveform outputs are available on SD SDI outputs VITC waveform only is available on CVBS outputs HD SD SDI SDI VIDEO IN VITC WAVEFORM SDI VITC TIMECODE DETECT EXTRACT PROC EMBED SDI ATC_VITC DETECT EXTRACT PRIORITY BUFFER ATC_VITC TIMECODE SELECT FORMAT PROC EMBED SDI ATC_LTC DETECT EXTRACT VIDEO OUTPUT TO SDI DA AND VIDEO DAC INSERT _ CONTROL e lt lt LINE NUMBER CONTROL lios Figure 1 1 Timecode Processor 1 4 Introduction HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Audio Overview The audio processor operates as an internal audio router This function chooses from the following inputs 16 channels of embedded audio from the SDI video input 1 to 1 routing to SDI output e 16 discrete tone generators with ascending frequencies of 100112 to 16 kHz default 20dBFS level Downmix L R The router function provides the following audio outputs 16 channels of embedded audio on SDI processed outputs 4 channels of balanced analog audio on four 3 wire balanced analog a
46. on 7 Documentation Terms and Conventions The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual Terms The following terms are used Board and Card refer to openGear terminal devices within openGear frames including all components and switches DashBoard refers to the DashBoard Control System DFR 8321 series frame refers to all versions of the DFR 8321 series frames and any available options unless otherwise noted OG3 FR series frame refers to the OG3 FR series frames and any available options unless otherwise noted openGear frame refers to the DFR 8321 series and OG3 FR series frames and any available options unless otherwise noted Operator and User refer to the person who uses HDC 8223 R2 8223 refers to the full rear module that provides four reclocked outputs and four processed outputs R2C 8223 refers to the full rear module that provides two reclocked outputs two processed outputs and four analog outputs SAA refers to Safe Action Area STA refers to Safe Title Area System and Video system refer to the mix of interconnected production and terminal equipment in your environment Conventions The following conventions are used The Operating Tips and Note boxes are used throughout this manual to provide additional user information HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 1 8 Introduction Instal
47. onnecting points correlate to the intended card inputs and or outputs Cabling mistakes are especially easy to make when working with large rear modules Make certain all cards are properly seated within its frame slot It is best to assure proper seating by ejecting the card and reseating it again On both DashBoard and the HDC 8223 card edge indicators red indications signify an error condition Ifa status indicator signifies an error proceed to the following tables in this section for further action Card seating within slots Check status indicators and displays All cards within the frame can be hot swapped replacing a suspect card or module with a known good item Troubleshoot by substitution 6 4 Troubleshooting HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Processing Error Troubleshooting This section provides HDC 8223 processing troubleshooting information If the HDC 8223 card exhibits any of the symptoms listed in Table 6 3 follow the troubleshooting instructions provided In the majority of cases most errors are caused by simple errors where the HDC 8223 is not appropriately set for the type of signal being received by the card The error indications described below are typical for the corresponding error conditions listed Other error indications not specified here may also be displayed on DashBoard and or the HDC 8223 card edge status indicators Where errors are displayed on both the HDC 8223 card and network remote co
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49. r factory engineering support Table 5 19 summarizes the options available in the Log Status tab AN Caution The HDC 8223 FPGA is designed for a normal range operating temperature around 85 C core temperature Operation in severe conditions exceeding this limit for non sustained usage are within device operating safe parameters and can be allowed by setting the Thermal Shutdown control to Disable However the disable override setting should be avoided under normal conditions to ensure maximum card protection Table 5 19 Log Status Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Log Status 4 Indicates overall card internal operating read only status tar Allows a card operational log file to be saved to a host computer This log file can Save be useful in case of a card error or in the case of an operational error or condition Download Log File Enable Allows the built in thermal failover to be Disable defeated Thermal Shutdown 5 18 DashBoard Menus HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Troubleshooting In This Chapter This chapter provides general troubleshooting information and specific symptom corrective action for the HDC 8223 and its remote control interface The HDC 8223 card requires no periodic maintenance in its normal operation 11 any error indication occurs use this chapter to correct the condition The following topics are discussed Error and Failure Indicator Overview DashBoa
50. rd Status Error Indicators and Displays e Basic Troubleshooting Checks e Processing Error Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Network Remote Control Errors HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Troubleshooting 1 Error and Failure Indicator Overview The HDC 8223 card itself and its DashBoard menus to varying degrees provide error and failure indications Depending on how the HDC 8223 card is being used i e standalone or network controlled through DashBoard check all available indications in the event of an error or failure condition The descriptions in the following sections provide general information for the various status and error indicators For specific failures also use the appropriate subsection listed below 6 2 Troubleshooting HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 DashBoard Status Error Indicators and Displays Table 6 1 shows and describes the DashBoard status indicators and displays These indicator icons and displays show status and error conditions relating to the HDC 8223 card itself and remote network communications Table 6 1 DashBoard Status Indicators Icons and Displays Indicator Icon or Display Error Description a ES Frame1 Red indicator icon in Card Access Navigation Tree pane shows card with Slot 0 MFC 8320 N Error condition in this example the Card Access Navigation Tree pane PA shows a general error issued by the HDC 8223 card in slot 6 Specific errors are displayed in the Card Info pane Slot 1 HDC
51. roduction In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections e Overview e Video Subsystem Overview e Audio Overview Simplified Block Diagrams Documentation Terms and Conventions A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing an openGear HDC 8223 HD Down Converter and Distribution Amplifier Your HDC 8223 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 HDC 8223 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 HDC 8223 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 HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Introduction 1 Overview The HDC 8223 is a monitoring quality down converter that also offers optional audio support The down converted SDI and analog composite signals are selected through four 2 1 crosspoints allowing any combination of SD SDI or analog composite CVBS outputs on the four card processed video outputs With the R2C 8223 full rear module four analog audio channels are available The HDC 8223 also provid
52. s piece of equipment with a unit of equal or superior performance characteristics Should you find that this HDC 8223 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 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 HDC 8223 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 HDC 8223 please contact the Ross Video Technical Support Department Contact information is supplied at the end of this publication A Return Material Authorization number RMA will be issued to you as well as specific shipping instruc
53. ser Manual Iss 01 Operation 9 Output Audio Routing Controls The Output Audio Routing feature includes the following options in DashBoard Embedded Output This sub tab provides an audio crosspoint allowing the audio source selection for each embedded audio output channel This sub tab also provides gain phase invert muting controls and peak level meters for each output channel Analog Output This sub tab provides an audio crosspoint allowing the audio source selection for each analog audio output channel This sub tab also provides gain phase invert and muting controls and peak level meters for each output channel Downmixer This sub tab provides audio down mix audio routing selections that multiplexes any five embedded audio channel sources into a stereo pair e Audio Delay This sub tab provides a bulk audio delay control For each channel its source and destination should be considered and appropriately set Unused destination channels should be set to the Silence selection Group Enable Disable Controls Changing the setting of this control will result in a noise burst in all groups This control should not be manipulated when carrying on air content Selecting the Embedded output channel source Using the source drop down list selects the audio input source to be embedded in the corresponding embedded output channel from the choices in Table 5 14 on page 5 15 Channel Mute Invert and Gain Controls Provid
54. set setting adds delay in addition to any delay included by other actions Audio Bulk Delay msec Range is in Imsec steps Null is at Omsec 5 16 DashBoard Menus HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Presets Firmware Upgrade Tab Table 5 18 summarizes the options available in the Presets Firmware Upgrade tab Table 5 18 Presets Firmware Upgrade Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Allows all custom user setting configurations to be saved to a Preset Presets Card Settings Allows the saved preset to be loaded with Controls the preset overwriting all card settings with the saved preset Load Defaults Restores factory default settings Allows a selected firmware version to be immediately uploaded as outlined in the Selected Automatically section Firmware Upgrades on Reboot After page 4 12 Upgrade a q Firmware upgrade loading is held off until Cleared the card is manually rebooted Firmware Upgrade Fitmware To Load vit Selects the desired upgrade file to be Controls vit Currently Installed loaded Loads firmware as specified by the Install Automatically Reboot After Upgrade setting Load Selected Firmware Cancel Pending Upgrade Cancel Cancels the upgrade HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 DashBoard Menus 5 17 Log Status Tab The Log Status tab provides a global card operating status and allows a log download fo
55. tions should you wish our factory to repair your HDC 8223 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 HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Service Information 8 3 Notes Notes Contact Us Contact our friendly and professional support representatives for the following Name and address of your local dealer 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 e Product information and pricing Technical support e Upcoming trade show information Telephone ican After Hours Emergency Email Telephone General Fax Information Email Website Visit Us Visit our website for e Company information and news e Related products and full product lines e Online catalog Testimonials
56. to experience to downtime uploads typically take about 60 seconds To perform an immediate firmware upload 1 Access a firmware upgrade file from a network computer by clicking Upload at the bottom of DashBoard Browse to the location of the firmware upgrade file Select the desired file and click Open to upload the file to the card Select the Automatically Reboot After Upgrade box Click Firmware To Load Select the desired upgrade file to be loaded Click Load Selected Firmware 5 N 5 SO N The card now reboots and the selected firmware is loaded To perform a deferred firmware upload 1 Access a firmware upgrade file from a network computer by clicking Upload at the bottom of DashBoard Browse to the location of the firmware upgrade file Clear the Automatically Reboot After Upgrade box Click Firmware To Load PF SO N Select the desired upgrade file to be loaded The field reports Installs on Next Reboot 6 Click Load Selected Firmware The HDC 8223 holds directions to proceed with the upload and performs the upload only when the card is manually rebooted by pressing the Reboot button 7 Tocancel a deferred upload click Cancel Pending Upgrade The HDC 8223 reverts to the default settings that allow an immediate upload upgrade 4 12 Operation HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Operational Notes This section provides additional information for operating your HDC 8223 For More Inform
57. udio outputs Output audio crosspoints allow any of these sources to be routed to any of the 16 embedded output channels or the four analog audio outputs Each output channel has a mute control and phase invert control Peak responding DashBoard bar graph level meters are also provided The processor function provides group enable disable and de embedding of the 16 channel embedded audio SDI input A bulk delay control allows lip sync correction by offsetting the audio from video by up to 3000msec Audio Down Mix Function The Audio Down Mixer function provides a downmix to Left only Right only Lo Ro Any five embedded channels can be selected for Left L Right R Center C Left Surround Ls and Right Surround Rs individual signal to be down mixed into stereo pair Down Mix Left DM L and Down Mix Right DM R The resulting stereo pair DM L and DM R can in turn be routed to any embedded audio pair as desired or de embedded to an analog audio output Figure 1 2 EMBED CH 1 CH16 oo EMBEDDED CH 3 EMBEDDED CH 5 EMBEDDED CH 6 EMBEDDED CH 9 EMBEDDED CH 11 DM L DM R Figure 1 2 Audio Down Mix Functional Block Diagram with Example Sources HDC 8223 User Manual Iss 01 Introduction 5 N SDI CVBS OUT SDI CVBS OUT SDI CVBS OUT DI CVBS OUT Simplified Block Diagrams This sections provides functional block diagrams of the HDC 8223 based on the rear module that the card is installed in R2 822
58. ules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at 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 ZN 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 adequate measures Maintenance User Serviceable Parts Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required This product contains no user ser
59. viceable 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 wheelie bin symbol invites you to use these systems If you need more information on the collection reuse and recycling systems please contact your local or regional waste administration You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performance of our products 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

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