SRA-8802 User Manual
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1. SRA 8802 Single 3G HD SD Reclocking Distribution Amplifier User Manual CT openGear i TS L Thank you for choosing Ross You ve made a great choice We expect you will be very happy with your purchase of Ross Technology Our mission is to 1 Provide a Superior Customer Experience e offer the best product quality and support 2 Make Cool Practical Technology develop great products that customers love Ross has become well known for the Ross Video Code of Ethics It guides our interactions and empowers our employees hope you enjoy reading it below If anything at all with your Ross experience does not live up to your expectations be sure to reach out to us at solutions rossvideo com Sl Rass David Ross CEO Ross Video dross rossvideo com Ross Video Code of Ethics Any company is the sum total of the people that make things happen At Ross our employees are a special group Our employees truly care about doing a great job and delivering a high quality customer experience every day This code of ethics hangs on the wall of all Ross Video locations to guide our behavior 1 We will always act in our customers best interest We will do our best to understand our customers requirements We will not ship crap We will be great to work with af YN We will do something extra for our customers as an apology when something big goes wrong and it s our fault We will keep our promises We will treat the com2. Total Power Consumption 2 8W SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Specifications 5 3 5 4 Specifications SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections Troubleshooting Checklist Warranty and Repair Policy SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Service Information 6 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 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 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
3. 4 2 DashBoard Menus Locked 270Mbps Reclocker locks at 270Mbps Locked 1 5Gbps Reclocker locks at 1 485Gbps Locked 3 0Gbps Reclocker locks at 2 97Gbps Unlocked muted Reclocker is enabled and unlocked The output is automatically muted Reclocker bypassed Input signal is present and the reclocker is bypassed the Enable Reclocker check box is not selected in the Setup tab No signal muted Input signal is not present The output is automatically muted SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Tab Title Channel A Backup Input Input Cable Length m Backup Input Table 4 1 Signal Tab Items Parameters x 1694A y 1855A Description Indicates the approximate cable length used for the input signal where e x represents the Belden 1694A length y represents the Belden 1855A length No signal One of the following is occurring a valid input source was not detected on the input BNC e the Enable Equalizer check box is not selected in the Setup tab The backup input signal is not present SD signal A valid 270Mbps signal is present for the backup input HD signal A valid 1 485Gbps signal is present for the backup input 3G signal A valid 2 97Gbps signal is present for the backup input Equalizer bypassed Backup input signal is present and the equalizer is bypassed the Enable Equalizer check box is not selected in the
4. Setup tab a This information is only available when the SRA 8802 is installed with a 8320AR 300 or 8320AR 306 full rear module SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 DashBoard Menus 4 3 Hardware Tab Table 4 2 outlines the read only information displayed in the Hardware tab Table 4 2 Hardware Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description The rear module installed with the card is OK Green supported and the card is operating correctly One of the following is occurring HW Status an unsupported rear module is installed Incomp Rear Module Red with the card e the card is installed in the wrong frame slot where the card does not align with the connector on the rear module Hardware Voltage mV Supply voltage Current consumption of card in Current mA milliAmperes CPU Headroom Processing power available RAM Available On board processing memory available Displays the number of hours since the Uptime h last reboot of the card Configuration Bank Storage count Product Tab Table 4 3 outlines the read only information displayed in the Product tab Table 4 3 Product Tab Items Tab Title Parameters Description Product SRA 8802 Displays the card model Supplier Ross Video Ltd Indicates the manufacturer of your card Board Rev itt Indicates the version of the PCB Board S N HHHHHH Indicates the card serial number Product Indicates the installed rear module R
5. da 3 8 DashBoard Menus 4 Status ab tods 4 2 Signal Taba a ta a io al o Aia doi 4 2 Hard War Tab A beata aaa do ata ada 4 4 Product Tab zii 4 4 Setup edo ri il su E 4 5 Alarms Tabs ai scsi dies 4 6 Specifications 5 Technical Specifications a 5 2 SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Contents i Service Information 6 Troubleshooting Checklist ici as 6 2 Bootload B tton cos 6 2 Warranty and Repair Policy cio a aa alt d at la pa 6 3 ii e Contents SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Introduction In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections e Overview e Functional Block Diagrams e User Interfaces e Documentation Terms and Conventions A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing an openGear SRA 8802 3G HD SD Reclocking Amplifier 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 SRA 8802 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 SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Introduction 1 1 Overview Your SRA 8802 is a 3G HD SD Multi Definition SDI distribution amplifier capable of equalizing and reclocking all common serial digital signals The outputs are non inverting making it an excellent ASI distribution amplifier An LED indicator at the front of the card identifies the prese
6. device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event gt gt Pe B Important Safety Instructions Caution This product is intended to be a component product of the DFR 8321 series and OG3 FR series frame 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 A 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 cla
7. reclocker when using DVB ASI or SMPTE 310 signals 1 From the Device View select the Setup tab 2 Select the Enable Reclocker check box to clear the box contents SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Configuration 3 7 Loss of Input When enabled this feature will indicate an alarm condition red in the Channel Status field of the Signal tab This occurs if the SRA 8802 does not detect a valid input signal for that channel To verify which BNC to troubleshoot refer to the rear module labeling or the Input BNC status field in the Setup tab To enable an alarm for a loss of input 1 From the Device View select the Alarms tab 2 Select the Alarm on Loss of Input check box The box displays a check mark 3 8 Configuration SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 DashBoard Menus In This Chapter This chapter briefly summarizes the menus items and parameters available from DashBoard for your card Default parameters are noted with an asterisk The following topics are discussed e Status Tabs Setup Tab Alarms Tab Operating Tip Wait 30 seconds after the last setting change to ensure all changes are saved to the non volatile memory of the card SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 DashBoard Menus 4 1 Status Tabs This section summarizes the read only information displayed in the Status tabs The fields in the Status tabs can vary in severity from green valid yellow caution to red alarm DashBoard reports t
8. Gear 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 wheelie bin symbol invites you to use these systems If you need more information on the collection re use and recycling systems please contact your local or regional waste administration You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performance of our products Company Address Ross Video Limited ROSS Iroquois Ontario KOE 1K0 Canada General Busi
9. all available options unless otherwise indicated Network Controller Card refers to the MFC 8320 N MFC 8322 N and MFC OG3 N Series Network Controller Cards unless otherwise indicated OG3 FR series refers to the OG3 FR series frames and all available options unless otherwise indicated openGear frame refers to the DFR 8321 series and OG3 FR series frames and all available options unless otherwise indicated Operator and User both refer to the person who uses the SRA 8802 System and Video system both refer to the mix of interconnected production and terminal equipment in which the card operates Conventions The following conventions are used The Operating Tips and Note boxes are used to provide additional user information SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Installation In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for installing the rear module for your SRA 8802 installing the card in the frame cabling details and how to upgrade the software on your card s The following topics are discussed Before You Begin e Installing the SRA 8802 e Cabling Software Upgrades SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Installation 2 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 fol
10. ame Fully insert the card into the frame until the rear connection plugs are properly seated on the midplane and rear modules 2 4 Installation SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Cabling The SRA 8802 can operate as a single 1x8 or as a single 1x4 depending on the rear module you are using This section provides cabling details for each supported configuration Single 1x8 Configurations The 8320AR 300 Full Rear Module is required when operating as a single 1x8 configuration Each rear module occupies two slots and accommodates one card This rear module provides an SDI input a backup input and eight SDI outputs via BNC connections Figure 2 2 Figure 2 2 Cable Connections for the 8320AR 300 Full Rear Module Single 1x8 Configuration with Bypass Relay The 8320AR 306 Full Rear Module is required when operating as a single 1x8 configuration with a bypass relay Each rear module occupies two slots and accommodates one card This rear module provides one SDI input a backup input and eight SDI outputs via BNC connections A bypass relay between SDI IN and OUT 1 is also provided Figure 2 3 Figure 2 3 Cable Connections for 8320AR 306 Full Rear Module SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Installation 2 5 Single 1x4 Configuration The 8320AR 301 Split Rear Module is required when operating as a single 1x4 configuration Each rear module occupies two slots and accommodates two cards This rear module provides one SDI input and fo
11. and nay associated equipment refer to the Important Safety Instructions listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage Product may require specific equipment and or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements Notices have been included in this publication to call attention to these specific requirements Symbol Meanings This symbol on the equipment refers you to important operating and maintenance servicing instructions within the Product Manual Documentation Failure to heed this information may present a major risk of damage to persons or equipment Warning The symbol with the word Warning within the equipment manual indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Caution The symbol with the word Caution within the equipment manual indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices Notice The symbol with the word Notice within the equipment manual indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in major or minor equipment damage or a situation which could place the equipment in a non compliant operating state ESD Susceptibility This symbol is used to alert the user that an electrical or electronic
12. ation Rear Modules Supported Rear Modules 8320AR 300 8320AR 301 8320AR 306 8320AR 300 1 primary 1 backup Number of 2320AR 301 1 Inputs 8320AR 306 1 primary 1 backup Data Rates and SMPTE Standards Accommodated 19 39Mbps 38 78Mbps SMPTE 310 270Mbps 525 625 Component SMPTE 259M 270Mbps DVB ASI 1 485Gbps Component SMPTE 292M 2 97Gbps Component SMPTE 424M Impedance 750 terminating 8320AR 300 8320AR 301 gt 500m 1640ft of Belden 1694A cable 270Mbps gt 200m 650ft of Belden 1694A cable 1 485Gbps gt 120m 394ft of Belden 1694A cable 2 97Gbps Equalization 8320AR 306 gt 500m 1640ft of Belden 1694A cable 270Mbps gt 200m 650ft of Belden 1694A cable 1 485Gbps gt 90m 295ft of Belden 1694A cable 2 97Gbps 8320AR 300 8320AR 301 gt 15dB to 3GHz Return Loss 8320AR 306 gt 14dB to 1 485GHz gt 7 8dB to 3GHz Connector Typ 8320AR 300 8320AR 301 8320AR 306 Number of Outputs Impedance Return Loss gt 15dB to 1 485GHz gt 10dB to 2 97GHz Signal Level 800mV 10 DC Offset 5 2 Specifications OV 50mV SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Table 5 1 Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification 700ps typical 270Mbps Rise amp Fall Time 20 80 120ps typical 1 485Gbps 135ps typical 2 97Gbps Overshoot lt 10 Connector Type BNC y Maximum Ambient 3 5 Power
13. describes the workflow of the SRA 8802 with the 8320AR 300 Full Rear module This configuration has the SRA 8802 operating as a single re clocking 1x8 with BNC connections Figure 1 1 Simplified Diagram 1x8 Configuration 8320AR 300 OUT OUT SDI IN O OUT BB N Equalizer OUT OUT BACKUP IN O gt OUT OUT on OO A OUT Single 1x8 Configuration with Bypass Relay Figure 1 2 describes the workflow of the SRA 8802 with the 8320AR 306 Full Rear module This configuration has the SRA 8802 operating as a single re clocking 1x8 with BNC connections BYPASS RELAY on Rear Module Reclocker Figure 1 2 Simplified Diagram 1x8 Configuration 8320AR 306 OUT 1 SDI IN QUE Equalizer OUT 3 OUT 4 OUT 5 OUT 6 BACKUP IN OUT 7 OUT 8 SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Introduction 1 3 Single 1x4 Configuration Figure 1 3 describes the workflow of the SRA 8802 with the 8320AR 301 Split Rear module This configuration has the SRA 8802 operating as a single re clocking 1x4 with BNC connections OUT 1 OUT 2 SDI IN O gt Equalizer Reclocker OUT 3 OUT 4 Figure 1 3 Simplified Diagram 1x4 Configuration 8320AR 301 1 4 Introduction SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 User Interfaces The following interfaces are available for control and monitoring of your SRA 8802 DashBoard Control System DashBoard enables you to monitor and control openGear frame
14. ear Module Indicates that the installed rear module is Unknown not recognized by the card Software Rev HH HH Indicates the software version 4 4 DashBoard Menus SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Setup Tab Table 4 4 summarizes the Setup options available in DashBoard Menu Title Input BNC Parameters read only Table 4 4 Setup Menu Items Description Indicates the BNC on the rear module that is assigned as the input source N C Indicates that no BNCs are currently used as inputs Output BNCs read only Indicates the BNCs on the rear module that are assigned as the outputs N C Indicates that there are no outputs in this channel Enable Failover Selected Channel A will use the Backup input when the primary input of the channel is lost The Backup input signal must be stable for 3 seconds Note that the card returns to the primary input once the primary input signal is stable for 3 seconds Cleared Disables this feature Channel A Enable Equalizer Selected Equalizer is always enabled Cleared Disables the equalizer and sets the equalizer in bypass mode Enable Reclocker Selected Reclocker is always enabled Cleared Disables the reclocker and sets the reclocker in bypass mode Reclocker Rate Auto Card automatically detects the incoming data rate 270Mbps Reclocker is set to 270Mbps 1 5Gbps Reclocker i
15. erent in long coaxial cable runs Refer to the chapter Specifications on page 5 1 for information on the cable equalization specifications Note You must bypass the equalizer when using signals of less than 125Mbps such as SMPTE 310 signals For signals 125Mbps and greater such as SDI signals you must enable the equalizer To enable the equalizer 1 From the Device View select the Setup tab 2 Select the Enable Equalizer box The box displays a check mark To bypass the equalizer 1 From the Device View select the Setup tab 2 Select the Enable Equalizer box to clear the box contents Configuring the Reclocker This section summarizes how to enable the reclocker and select a data rate for the reclocker This enables the card to reclock to a specific data rate or automatically detects and reclocks the data rate It also sets the input signal rate type that the SRA 8802 will process To enable the reclocker 1 From the Device View select the Setup tab 2 Select the Enable Reclocker box The box displays a check mark 3 Use the Reclocker Rate menu to choose a data rate Choose from the following Auto The SRA 8802 reclocks at the detected rate automatically 270 Mbps The SRA 8802 is set to reclock at 270Mbps only 1 5 Gbps The SRA 8802 is set to reclock at 1 5Gbps only 3 0 Gbps The SRA 8802 is set to reclock at 2 97Gpbs only To bypass the reclocker Note You must bypass the
16. he most severe alarm for a single field Alarm colors are noted within the tables as text set in brackets next to the menu parameter name Signal Tab Table 4 1 outlines the read only information displayed in the Signal tab Tab Title Channel A Status Table 4 1 Signal Tab Items Parameters OK Green Description A valid input signal is detected No input Red Input signal is not present The Alarm on Loss of Input for this channel is enabled No input Green Input signal is not present The Alarm on Loss of Input for this channel is disabled Channel A No signal Input signal is not present lt 125mB s signal A signal detected at less than 125Mbps is present lt 125mB s signal backup A signal of less than 125Mbps is present from the backup source BACKUP IN SD signal A valid 270Mbps input signal is present SD signal backup A valid 270Mbps input signal is present from the backup source BACKUP IN HD signal A valid 1 485Gbps input signal is present HD signal backup A valid 1 485Gbps input signal is present from the backup source BACKUP IN 3G signal A valid 2 97Gbps input signal is present 3G signal backup A valid 2 97Gbps input signal is present from the backup source BACKUP IN Equalizer bypassed Input signal is present and the equalizer is bypassed the Enable Equalizer check box is not selected in the Setup tab
17. his LED indicates that the SDI input signal is missing or invalid on the BACKUP IN BNC 3 4 Configuration SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Using DashBoard Before proceeding ensure that the DashBoard client software is installed on a computer connected to your facility network The DashBoard software and user manual area available from the Ross Video website For More Information on e installing DashBoard refer to the DashBoard User Manual To launch DashBoard 1 Ensure that you are running DashBoard software version 6 2 0 or higher 2 Launch DashBoard by double clicking its icon on your desktop 3 Ensure that the openGear frame with your SRA 8802 card s is displayed in the Tree View located on the left side of the DashBoard window It may take 30 seconds or more to update the Tree View Consult the MFC 8300 Series or MFC OG3 Series User Manual and DashBoard User Manual should the Tree View not display the card To access a card in DashBoard 1 From the Tree View expand the node for the openGear frame your cards are installed in A list of cards installed in the frame is now displayed In the example below the node for Frame 6 is expanded to show a list of cards including the SRA 8802 2 Double click the node for a card to display its menus in the Device View of DashBoard right side of the DashBoard window 6 Siot 0 MFC 063 N Siot 2 DEA 8205 Siot 18 SRa 2802 Refresh Upload Reboot Exam
18. ithin an openGear frame This section outlines how to perform both tasks To install the rear module in the openGear frame 1 Ensure that the frame is properly installed On the rear of the frame locate the card frame slot 2 3 Remove the Blank Plate from the rear of the slot you have chosen for card installation 4 As shown in Figure 2 1 seat the bottom of the rear module in the seating slot at the base of the frame s back plane Screw Hole Module Seating Slots Figure 2 1 Rear Module Installation in an OG3 FR Series Frame Cards not shown 5 Align the top hole of the rear module with the screw hole on the top edge of the frame back plane SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Installation 2 3 6 Using a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screw fasten the rear module to the back plane Do not over tighten 7 Verify whether your Rear Module Label is self adhesive by checking the back of the label for a thin wax sheet You must remove the wax sheet before affixing the label Affix the supplied Rear Module Label to the BNC area of the Rear Module Ensure proper frame cooling and ventilation by having all rear frame slots covered with rear modules or blank metal plates To install the card in the openGear frame 1 Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure To install the rear module in the openGear frame on page 2 3 Hold the card by the edges and carefully align the card edges with the slots in the fr
19. lowing 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 card you received from the shipping container and ensure that all items are included If any items are missing or damaged contact your sales representative or Ross Video directly 2 2 Installation SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Installing the SRA 8802 The SRA 8802 can be installed in the DFR 8321 series frames and the OG3 FR series frames using one of the supported rear modules The procedure for installing the rear module and card in your openGear frame is the same regardless of the rear module used Supported Rear Modules A Notice Ensure that you install the SRA 8802 using one of the supported rear modules listed below Installing the SRA 8802 with an unsupported rear module can damage the card the rear module or both The Rear Module depends on the configuration you wish to use 1x8 configuration The 8320AR 300 or 8320AR 306 Full Rear Module is required e 1x4 configuration The 8320AR 301 Split Rear Module is required Installing a Card You must first install the rear module in the frame and then install the card in the appropriate slot w
20. nce of incoming video simplifying system troubleshooting Features The SRA 8802 includes the following features e Equalizes and reclocks SDI signals of 270Mbps 1 485Gbps and 2 97Gbps e Accepts DVB ASI EN 50083 9 and SMPTE 310 signals e Flexible channel configurations Operate as a single 1x8 with a backup input for auto fail over requires the 8320AR 300 Full Rear Modules Operate as a single 1x8 with a backup input for auto fail over and a bypass relay between SDI IN and OUT 1 requires the 8320AR 306 Full Rear Modules Operate as a single 1x4 requires the 8320AR 301 Split Rear Module Configure and monitor via DashBoard e Automatic detection of incoming data rate e Automatically mutes the channel output when a loss of input occurs e Automatically performs a fail over switch between the two SDI inputs requires the 8320AR 300 or 8320AR 306 Full Rear Modules All outputs are non inverting LED indicator for signal presence Excellent input and output return loss e Fits DFR 8321 and OG3 FR series frames e Fully compliant with openGear specifications e 5 year transferable warranty 1 2 Introduction SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Functional Block Diagrams The SRA 8802 can operate as a re clocking single 1x8 or as a single 1x4 amplifier The configuration depends on the rear module you are using This section provides the block diagrams for all configurations Single 1x8 Configuration Figure 1 1
21. ness 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 1 613 652 4886 1 613 652 4425 1 613 652 4886 1 613 349 0006 techsupport rossvideo com solutions rossvideo com http www rossvideo com Contents Introduction 1 Oled ic iodo 1 2 EAU SANS dina SRE 1 2 Functional Block Diarra a da 1 3 Single 1x8 Configuration ss 1 3 Single 1x8 Configuration with Bypass Relay emana ne 1 3 PE A a EOS 1 5 DashBoard Control sti tias 1 5 Card edge Monitoring sise 1 5 SNMP Monitoring and Control 1 5 Documentation Terms and Conventions 1 6 Installation 2 Before You Begin iai ae aa 2 2 Static DISChaT pessimiste tu s li 30 ni ai i ia ss 2 2 Unpaid t 2 2 Installing the SRA 8802 eu tic acei dt dies Dir cock ia A A i tae a Aaa 2 3 Supported Rear Modules m eee nene anna ana ae enaea 2 3 Installing a Card ss seste ta etanol 2 3 Cabling sis aaa 2 5 Software Uppiades isi A a 2 7 Configuration 3 Card OV CLV Wir tet cca 00 ed e s aaa nas oats 3 2 Monitoring Features dai 3 3 Status LEDS atace ooo a m l rest 3 3 Using DasbBo rdi iii sia 3 5 Configuring the SRA 8802 iii d it sie 3 6 Enabling the Failover Feature ss 3 6 Configuring the Equalizer ss 3 7 Configuring the Reclocker ocacion da aaa 3 7 LOSS OF MP a o
22. nitor the upgrade SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 The Uploading to Selected Devices dialog enables you to monitor the upgrade process Click OK to complete the upgrade The card s are temporarily taken offline during the re boot process The process is complete once the status indicators for the Card State and Connection fields return to their previous status Installation 2 7 2 8 Installation SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Configuration In This Chapter This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on your SRA 8802 The following topics are discussed e Card Overview e Monitoring Features e Using DashBoard e Configuring the SRA 8802 SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Configuration 3 1 Card Overview This section describes the Bootload button located on the card surface There are no other card edge controls as all configuration and setup is done using the menus in DashBoard Refer to Figure 3 1 for location of this button 1 ow Figure 3 1 Card edge Controls 1 Bootload Button This button is used for factory service in the unlikely event of a complete card failure this button unless advised by Ross Technical Support Do not use For More Information on e the Bootload process refer to the section Bootload Button on page 6 2 3 2 Configuration SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Monitoring Features The following sections describe the card edge LEDs Refer t
23. o Figure 3 2 for LED locations PWR LED INPUTA LED AUX IN LED i Bootload Button Figure 3 2 LED Locations Status LEDs Basic LED displays and descriptions are provided in Table 3 1 Table 3 1 Status LEDs Display and Description When lit green this LED indicates that the card is functioning normal and that no anomalies have been detected When flashing green this LED indicates that the Bootload button Flashing Green was pressed and the card is receiving a new software load from the frame Flashing Green When lit green with flashing orange this LED indicates a signal and Orange or configuration problem Verify the signal status and settings When lit amber this LED indicates the card is running internal zante diagnostics while powering up When lit red or flashing red this LED indicates the card is not Red operational Re seat card in frame check the rear module type and connections or call Ross Video Technical Support When off this LED indicates there is no power to the card When lit green this LED indicates that a valid SDI input signal is present on Channel A INPUT A When lit red this LED indicates that the SDI input signal is missing or invalid on Channel A SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Configuration 3 3 Table 3 1 Status LEDs Display and Description When lit green this LED indicates a valid SDI signal on the BACKUP IN BNC When lit red t
24. petition with respect We will cooperate with and help other friendly companies o NoD 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 SRA 8802 User Manual Copyright Patents Ross Part Number 8802DR 004 03 Release Date June 4 2015 2015 Ross Video Limited Ross openGear and any related marks are trademarks or registered trademarks of Ross Video Ltd All other trademarks are the property of their respective companies PATENTS ISSUED and PENDING All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Ross Video While every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this document Ross Video assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein Patent numbers US 7 034 886 US 7 508 455 US 7 602 446 US 7 802 802 B2 US 7 834 886 US 7 914 332 US 8 307 284 US 8 407 374 B2 US 8 499 019 B2 US 8 519 949 B2 US 8 743 292 B2 GB 2 419 119 B GB 2 447 380 B and other patents pending Important Regulatory and Safety Notices to Service Personnel Before using this product
25. ple of a SRA 8802 in DashBoard SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Configuration 3 5 Configuring the SRA 8802 This section briefly outlines how to configure the SRA 8802 using the options available in DashBoard Enabling the Failover Feature The failover feature enables the SRA 8802 to use a backup input source when the primary input source is lost and the backup input is stable for at least 3 seconds Once the SRA 8802 determines that the primary input source is stable for at least 3 seconds it automatically switches back to the primary source The Input field on the Signal tab reports when the backup source is in use for Channel A Note The Failover Feature requires that the SRA 8802 be installed with an 8320AR 300 or 8320AR 306 Full Rear Module The source assignments are fixed for Channel A as follows e Channel A SDI IN is the primary input source and BACKUP IN is the backup source To enable the failover feature 1 From the Device View select the Setup tab MTI Alarms Channel A Input BNC Output BNCs Enable Failover Enable Equalizer Edit Permission Factory Defaults Reset Setup Tab Enabling the Failover Feature 2 Select the Enable Failover box The box displays a check mark 3 6 Configuration SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Configuring the Equalizer You can choose to enable or bypass the equalizer on the card The equalizer enables the card to compensate for noise and signal losses inh
26. r RMA will be issued to you as well as specific shipping instructions should you wish our factory to repair your SRA 8802 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 SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Service Information 6 3 Notes Notes Contact Us Contact our friendly and professional support representatives for the following Name and address of your local dealer e Product information and pricing Technical support e Upcoming trade show information _ Telephone lle After Hours Emergency JEPS Email Telephone General Fax Information Email Website Visit Us Visit our website for e Company information and news 1 613 652 4886 1 613 349 0006 techsupport rossvideo com 1 613 652 4886 1 613 652 4425 solutions rossvideo com http www rossvideo com e Related products and full product lines e Online catalog e Testimonials
27. riod Ross Video Limited reserves the right to repair or replace this piece of equipment with a unit of equal or superior performance characteristics Should you find that this SRA 8802 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 SRA 8802 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 SRA 8802 please contact the Ross Video Technical Support Department Contact information is supplied at the end of this publication A Return Material Authorization numbe
28. s and cards from a computer DashBoard communicates with other cards in the openGear frame through the Network Controller card For More Information on e the menus in DashBoard refer to the chapter DashBoard Menus on page 4 1 e installing and using DashBoard refer to the DashBoard User Manual Card edge Monitoring The card edges provide LEDs for monitoring the status of the input signal For More Information on the card edge LEDs refer to the section Monitoring Features on page 3 3 SNMP Monitoring and Control The Network Controller card in the openGear frame provides optional support for remote monitoring and control of your frame and openGear cards using Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP which is compatible with many third party monitoring and control tools For More Information on SNMP controls on your card refer to your SRA 8802 Management Information Base MIB file SNMP Monitoring and Control refer to your MFC 8300 Series or MFC OG3 Series User Manual SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Introduction 1 5 Documentation Terms and Conventions 1 6 Introduction The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual Terms The following terms are used Board and Card both refer to the card including all components and switches DashBoard refers to the DashBoard Control System DFR 8321 series refers to the DFR 8321 series frames and
29. s set to 1 5Gbps 3 0Gbps Reclocker is set to 3Gbps Edit Permission Unlocked All configurable menu options are editable Locked All configurable menu options except this one are locked and are read only Factory Defaults Reset Resets all editable parameters to the factory default values a This information is only available when the SRA 8802 is installed with a 8320AR 300 or 8320AR 306 full rear mod ule SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 DashBoard Menus 4 5 Alarms Tab Table 4 5 summarizes the Alarms options available in DashBoard Table 4 5 Alarm Enables Menu Items Menu Title Channel A Alarm on Loss of Input 4 6 DashBoard Menus Parameters Selected Description The Status field in the Signal tab reports the loss of the input as an error alarm Cleared The Status field in the Signal tab reports the loss of the input as information only status indicator does not update SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Specifications In This Chapter This chapter includes the technical specifications for the SRA 8802 Note that specifications are subject to change without notice The following topics are discussed e Technical Specifications SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Specifications 5 1 Technical Specifications This section lists the technical specifications for the SRA 8802 Table 5 1 Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specific
30. ss A Digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense Notice Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video Limited could void the user s authority to operate this equipment CANADA This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appariel numerique de la classe A est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada EUROPE This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of CE Directive 93 68 EEC INTERNATIONAL This equipment has been tested to CISPR 22 1997 along with amendments A1 2000 and A2 2002 and found to comply with the limits for a Class A Digital device AN Notice This is a Class A product In domestic environments this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may have to take adequate measures Maintenance User Serviceable Parts Routine maintenance to this open
31. 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 Bootload Button In the unlikely event of a complete card failure you may be instructed by a Ross Technical Support specialist to perform a complete software reload on the card To perform a complete software reload on the card 1 2 3 6 2 Service Information Eject the card from the openGear frame Press and hold the Bootload button while re inserting the card into the frame Release the button e The PWR LED will flash green while the card is waiting for a new software load Ifa new software load is not sent to the card within 60 seconds the card will attempt to restart with its last operational software load e Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software load for your card SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Warranty and Repair Policy The SRA 8802 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 SRA 8802 proves to be defective in any way during this warranty pe
32. ur SDI outputs via BNC connections per card Figure 2 4 Card 1 Card 2 SDI IN OUT 1 OUT 2 OUT 3 OUT 4 Q Q O Figure 2 4 Cable Connections for the 8320AR 301 Split Rear Module 2 6 Installation SRA 8802 User Manual Iss 03 Software Upgrades The SRA 8802 can be upgraded in the field via the Network Controller Card in your openGear frame Note that DashBoard version 6 2 0 or higher is required To upgrade the software on a card 1 Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software version file 2 Display the Device View of the card by double clicking its status indicator in the Basic Tree View PA 29 From the Device View click Upload to display the Select file for upload dialog Navigate to the bin upload file you wish to upload Click Open If you are upgrading a single card click Finish to display the Uploading to Selected Devices dialog Proceed to step 8 7 If you are upgrading multiple cards Click Next gt to display the Select Destination menu This menu provides a list of the compatible cards based on the card selected in step 2 Specify the card s to upload the file to by selecting the check box es for the cards you wish to upload the file to Verify that the card s you wish to upload the file to The Error Warning fields indicate any errors such as incompatible software or card type mismatch Click Finish to display the Uploading to Selected Devices dialog 8 Mo
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