QMA-8044 Quad Monitoring Amplifier User Manual
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1. Ross Video Limited QMA 8044 Quad Monitoring Amplifier User Manual I E ea uns ROSS Ross Part Number 8044DR 004 Issue 02C Live Production Technology QMA 8044 e Copyright Notice Trademarks Quad Monitoring Amplifier User Manual e Ross Part Number 8044DR 004 e Document Issue 02C e Printed in Canada The information contained in this User Manual is subject to change without notice or obligation 2007 Ross Video Limited All rights reserved Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Ross Video Limited Reproduction or reverse engineering of copyrighted software is prohibited The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only It is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Ross Video Limited Ross Video Limited assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual ROSS is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited e Ross ROSS ROSS and MLE are registered trademarks of Ross Video Limited e All other product names and any registered and unregistered trademarks mentioned in this manual are used for identification purposes only and remain the exclusive property of their respective owners Important Regulatory and Safety Notices Before using this product and any associated equipment refer to the Important Safety Instruc2. and functionality Thank you for joining the worldwide group of satisfied Ross Video customers Should you have a question pertaining to the installation and operation of your QMA 8044 please contact us at the numbers listed on the last page of this publication Our technical support staff is always available for consultation training or service QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Introduction e 1 1 Overview The QMA 8044 Quad Monitoring Amplifier provides a convenient and cost effective solution for multi channel picture monitoring requirements in SDI systems The complete unit occupies only a single card slot in a standard RossGear 8000 series digital products rack frame and provides four channels of video encoding The RossGear DFR 8104A can hold 16 channels 4 cards and the DFR 8110A can hold 40 channels 10 cards Please refer to the frame User Manual for specific ventilation and cooling instructions to maintain optimum operating conditions This card also fits into Leitch FR 6800 series frames to provide you with greater installation versatility The QMA 8044 addresses high quality imaging requirements by converting the 8 MSb s of the SDI signal to analog composite video It uses a 10 bit DAC with 10MHz bandwidth on each channel thereby achieving a low artifact video output Each QMA 8044 provides four identical composite analog monitoring outputs and can work in NTSC PAL B G or PAL N environments The SDI input has a precision
3. cable equalizer that will give error free performance with up to 200 meters 656 ft of Belden 8281 cable Several user selectable settings are available to place the QMA 8044 into the proper operating mode Some of these modes are monochrome output color bar pattern and vertical interval blanking The QMA 8044 has card edge LED indicators to confirm the presence of a valid SDI input signal Functional Block Diagram SDI IN CVBS OUT gt DESERIALIZER i DESERIALIZER i DESERIALIZER ENCODER and D to A Figure 1 Simplified Block Diagram of QMA 8044 Functions D VV VV NV O O O FS o V V Leitch is a trademark of Leitch Technology Corporation 1 2 e Introduction QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Features The following features make the QMA 8044 the best solution for multi channel monitoring of SDI signals Four channels of conversion on one card Reclocking of SDI input Input equalization for up to 200 meters 656 ft of cable Input indicator LEDs Four NTSC PAL B G or PAL N analog monitoring outputs Excellent chroma modulation accuracy Fits Ross Video 8000 series digital products frames and Leitch 6800 series frames 5 year transferable warranty Documentation Terms The following terms may be used throughout this manual QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Frame refers to the DFR 8104A or DFR 8110A frames that house the QMA 8044 card All references to the DFR 8104A and DFR 8110A al
4. 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 RossGear products are covered by a generous 5 year warranty and will be repaired without charge for materials or labor within this period See the Warranty and Repair Policy section in this manual for details Environmental Information The equipment that you purchased required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment To avoid the potential release of those substances into the environment and to diminish the need for the extraction of natural resources Ross Video encourages you to use the appropriate take back systems These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials from your end of life equipment in an environmentally friendly and health conscious manner The crossed out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use these systems If you need more information on the collection reuse and recycling systems please contact your local or regional waste administration You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performances of our products ESS Contents Introduction Ih This Chapter yo 03 liana A Word of ThanksS OVEIVIEW iui rai Functional Block Diagram iii Features dalla ila rir TRETE rinii Document
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6. following basic troubleshooting checklist may help identify the source of the problem If the module still does not appear to be working properly after checking all possible causes please contact your Ross Video products distributor or the Ross Video Technical Support department at the numbers listed under the Contact Us section at the end of this manual 1 QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Visual Review Performing a quick visual check may reveal many problems such as connectors not properly seated or loose cables Check the module 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 Reseat the Card in the Frame Eject the card and reinsert it in the frame Check Control Settings Refer to the Installation and Operation sections of the manual and verify all user components 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 v
7. of RossGear terminal equipment including distribution conversion monitoring synchronizers encoders decoders keyers switchers as well as analog audio and video products Standard Equipment e QMA 8044 Quad Monitoring Amplifier e 8044DR 004 Quad Monitoring Amplifier User Manual Optional Equipment e 8044DR 004 additional Quad Monitoring Amplifier User Manual e DFR 8104A Digital Products Frame and Power Supply PS 8102 1RU holds 4 modules includes 1 power supply e DFR 8104A C Digital Products Frame with Cooling Fan Module and Power Supply PS 8102 1RU holds 4 modules includes 1 power supply e DFR 8110A Digital Products Frame and Power Supply PS 8102 2RU holds 10 modules includes 1 power supply e DFR 8110A C Digital Products Frame with Cooling Fan Module and Power Supply PS 8102 2RU holds 10 modules includes 1 power supply QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Ordering Information e 5 1 Contact Us Contact our friendly and professional support representatives for the following e Name and address of your local dealer e Product information and pricing e Technical support e Upcoming trade show information General Business Office and Technical Support PHONE After hours Emergency Fax E MAIL General Information Technical Support Ross Video Limited POSTAL SERVICE Ross Video Incorporated Visit Us Please visit us at our website for e Company information 613 e 652 e 4886 613 e 349
8. 44 cards in a RossGear DFR 8104A or a DFR 8110A digital frame BNC Labels Affix the supplied BNC label as per the included instructions to the BNC area on the rear of the rack frame Cable Connections The following diagram indicates the input and output connections for coax cables to the QMA 8044 when mounted in RossGear 8000 series digital frames It is not necessary to terminate unused outputs CVBS Out 1 CVBS Out 2 CVBS Out 3 CVBS Out 4 CVBS Analog Composite NTSC PAL Figure 3 Cabling Designations for RossGear 8000 Series Frames 2 4 e Installation and Setup QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C LEDs The card edge of the module has several LED indicators which show the status of the amplifier Power t Chil lt Ch2 Figure 4 Card edge LEDs The meanings of the LED indicators when lit are as follows Table 2 QMA 8044 LED Status Indicators The unit is powered and functioning normally Lit Power Green Flashing The unit is in TEST mode set to output color bars Off There is no power to the card Ch 1 There is a signal present at Input 1 Green a Input 1 has no input or the input is invalid Ch2 There is a signal present at Input 2 Green a Input 2 has no input or the input is invalid Ch3 There is a signal present at Input 3 Green Flashing Input 3 has no input or the input is invalid Ch4 There is a signal present at Inpu
9. alid signal Module Exchange Exchanging a suspect module with a module that is known to be working correctly is an efficient method for localizing problems to individual modules Service Information e 4 1 Warranty and Repair Policy The RossGear QMA 8044 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 RossGear QMA 8044 proves to be defective in any way during this warranty period Ross Video Limited reserves the right to repair or replace this piece of equipment with a unit of equal or superior performance characteristics Should you find that this RossGear QMA 8044 has failed after your warranty period has expired we will repair your defective product for as long as suitable replacement components are available You the owner will bear any labor and or component 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 RossGear QMA 8044 Quad Monitoring Amplifier User Manual of our Analog Video Products line provides all pertinent information for the safe installation and operation o
10. ation Terms Installation and Setup Ti This CH Apter gita Static Discharge eee Unpacking i Jumper Locations i Output Mode Jumper Selection Analog Output Switch Selection Board Installation BNC Labels usas anal Specifications In This Chapter is eeeerererererecereeeeeeeaeenos Technical Specifications seee Service Information In This Chapter a sos n nessa nica leram antenas so aaa aise BRO Troubleshooting Checklist se Warranty and Repair Policy i Ordering Information QMA 8044 and Related ProdUucts in QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Contents e i ii e Contents QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Introduction In This Chapter This chapter contains the following information sections A Word of Thanks Overview Functional Block Diagram Features Documentation Terms A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing the Ross Video QMA 8044 Quad Monitoring Amplifier The QMA 8044 is part of a full line of products within the RossGear Terminal Equipment family of analog and digital products backed by Ross Video s experience in engineering and design expertise since 1974 You will be pleased at how easily your new QMA 8044 fits into your overall working environment Equally pleasing is the product quality reliability
11. f your RossGear Product Ross Video policy dictates that all repairs to the RossGear QMA 8044 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 RossGear QMA 8044 please contact the Ross Video Technical Support Department Contact information is supplied at the end of this publication A Return Material Authorization number RMA will be issued to you as well as specific shipping instructions should you wish our factory to repair your RossGear QMA 8044 A temporary replacement module if required 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 this equipment 4 2 e Service Information QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Ordering Information QMA 8044 and Related Products Your QMA 8044 Quad Monitoring Amplifier is part of the RossGear family of products Ross Video offers a full line
12. ording to Table 1 Table 1 QMA 8044 Analog Output Switch Settings 3 SW1 4 SW1 5 SW1 6 SW1 7 SW1 8 SW1 1 SW1 2 SW1 3 SELECTION VI CHROMA CHROMA CHROMA CHROMA NTSC PAL 525 625 SETUP BLANK 1 2 3 4 NOTES e o e _ T_T T fees ee re e pe o po po TTT fisse DD CTD flap too TTT ee DD CT ee DT TT ere DT fato o o des DO fencmonaor Jars cinoma or CH4 CHROMA ON CH4 CHROMA OFF QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Installation and Setup e 2 3 Board Installation Use the following procedure to install the QMA 8044 cards in a RossGear DFR 8104A or DFR 8110A digital frame 1 Refer to the User Manual of the RossGear frame to ensure that the frame is properly installed according to instructions If this module is to be installed in any compatible frame other than a Ross Video product refer to the frame manufacturer s manual for specific instructions Note Heat and power distribution requirements within a frame may dictate specific slot placement 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 After selecting the desired frame installation slot hold the QMA 8044 card by the edges and carefully align the card edges with the slots in the frame 3 Insert the card into the frame until the rear connection plug is properly seated This completes the procedure to install the QMA 80
13. se 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 users will be required to correct the interference at their own expense Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video Ltd could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Notice CANADA This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil numerique de classe A est conforme 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 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 Notice Maintenance User Serviceable Parts Routine maintenance to this RossGear product is not required This product contains no user serviceable parts If the module
14. so include the DFR 8104A C and DFR 8110A C versions with the cooling fan option See the respective User Manuals for details Board Card Module and Unit all refer to the QMA 8044 card itself including all components and switches System and Video system refers to the mix of interconnected digital and analog production and terminal equipment in which the QMA 8044 operates 525 line mode refers to broadcast situations using NTSC composite analog signal reference inputs 625 line mode refers to broadcast situations using PAL PAL B G and or PAL N composite analog signal reference inputs Introduction e 1 3 1 4 e Introduction QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Installation and Setup In This Chapter This chapter contains the following information sections e Static Discharge e Unpacking e Jumper Locations e Output Mode Selection e Analog Output Switch Selection e Board Installation e BNC Labels e Cable Connections e LEDs Static Discharge Whenever handling the QMA 8044 cards and other related equipment please observe all static discharge precautions as described in the following note Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive A semiconductor devices Avoid handling circuit boards in high static environments such as carpeted areas and when wearing ESD synthetic fiber clothing Always exercise proper grounding Susceptibility precautions when working on circ
15. t 4 Green pa Input 4 has no input or the input is invalid QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Installation and Setup e 2 5 2 6 e Installation and Setup QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Specifications In This Chapter This chapter contains the QMA 8044 Technical Specifications table Technical Specifications Table 3 Specifications Number of Inputs 4 1 per channel Signal Standards Accommodated SMPTE 259M 270Mb s only Input Impedance 75Q terminating Equalization Automatic up to 21dB q 200m of Belden 8281cable 270Mb s Number of Outputs 4 1 per channel Output Impedance Output Return Loss gt 40dB to 6MHz Output Isolation gt 42dB to 6MHz Analog Signal Level 1V p p 5 Monitoring DC Offset OV 50mV Outputs Frequency Response 0 2dB to SMHz typically 0 6dB 5 5MHz Differential Phase Differential Gain lt 1 Group Delay lt 20ns to 4 2MHz RMS Noise unweighted 56dB 0 5 0MHz QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Specifications e 3 1 sm Power Consumption Total lt 7W typical Specifications are subject to change without notification 3 2 e Specifications QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections Troubleshooting Checklist Warranty and Repair Policy Troubleshooting Checklist Routine maintenance to this RossGear product is not required In the event of problems with your QMA 8044 the
16. tions listed below so as to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage Products may require specific equipment and or installation procedures 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 PB Wa 2 5 gt O D c gt 5 gt Z e O D p gt ESD Susceptibility This symbol on the equipment refers you to important operating and maintenance servicing instructions within the Product Manual Documentation Failure to heed this information may present a major risk of damage or injury to persons or equipment 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 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 The symbol with the word Notice within the equipment manual indicates a situation which if not avoided may result in major or minor equipment damage or a situation which could place the equipment in a non compliant operating state This symbol is used to alert the user that an electrical or electronic device or assembly is susceptible
17. to damage from an ESD event Important Safety Instructions gt O D gt 5 Wa 5 to i gt 3 e This product is intended to be a component product of the RossGear 8000 series frame Refer to the RossGear 8000 series frame User Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper installation and safe operation of the frame as well as it s component products 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 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 within 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 type and rating Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer EMC Notices US FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A Digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules The
18. uit boards and related equipment Unpacking Unpack each QMA 8044 card you received from the shipping container and check the contents against the packing list to ensure that all items are included If any items are missing or damaged contact your sales representative or Ross Video directly QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Installation and Setup e 2 1 Jumper Locations Use the following discussions the card labeling and Figure 2 to set up QMA 8044 jumpers These settings are performed before installing the unit in the frame but may be repeated as required E S QMA 8044 jpe WE p o gt k ca GAIN 1 ES Elo dE om cpa SW1 Analog Output JP1 Mode Select Figure 2 User Control Locations Output Mode Jumper Selection The mode selection jumper JP1 provides the operator with two choices of output modes to be selected before making any switch SW1 settings e NORM In this position all SDI input signals are converted to analog composite video for each output channel This is the normal operating mode Default setting e TEST In this position a full field color bar signal is provided on each output channel Note In both modes the analog outputs will mute in the absence of a valid SDI input signal 2 2 e Installation and Setup QMA 8044 User Manual Iss 02C Analog Output Switch Selection Adjust the switch settings of SW1 to determine the nature of the analog output signals acc
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