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1. SDI Tracking Delay BNC connector 6 can be set to provide a second reclocked SDI output or to provide an output signal which tracks the synchronizer s video delay Depending on your output requirements set JP1 TTL SDD to either e SDI to enable digital video output for connector 6 Default setting e TTL to enable tracking delay output for connector 6 Reference An analog composite reference is required for Line Sync and Frame Sync modes as well as color framing Using the figure above and the card silk screening set Jumper JP2 Ext Ref to determine the location from which you want to obtain external reference e Set jumper to FRM to obtain the reference from the frame s master reference analog reference connector default setting e Set jumper to O P8 to obtain the reference from connector 8 on the back plane SMPTE Fault Reporting Optional Using the figure above and the card silk screening set Jumper JP3 269M Fault Reporting to enable or disable the card s SMPTE alarm e Set jumper to ON to enable SMPTE fault reporting default setting e Set jumper to OFF to disable SMPTE fault reporting See Chapter 5 SMPTE 269M Fault Reporting for details on fault reporting 2 2 e Installation and Setup DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Equalization Setup Use the following steps to set up cable equalization This step is normally performed prior to installing the unit in the frame simply because of access restrictions onc
2. section DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A User Controls In This Chapter This section contains a discussion of the DAC 8016A user controls and LEDs Note The DAC 8016A uses card edge controls for changing operational parameters The card defaults with switch access set to the locked position Refer to the Bank A F Lock Unlock Switch Access section in Chapter 4 Using Banks before attempting to make any adjustments DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A User Controls e 3 1 User Controls The following are general descriptions of the user controls identified in the figure below Input OK LED Error LED SW1 Function Select Switch SW2 Mode Select Switch Bank A LED Bank B LED Bank C LED In 525 LED In 625 LED Ref OK LED Freeze LED Access LED Bootload Button Ve Fine Phase Adjust Pot 4 444 dda b Figure 5 DAC 8016A Card edge User Controls SW1 Function Select Switch The SW1 Function Select switch is a 16 position rotary switch used to select functions such as timing and video setup menu items The SW1 switch works in conjunction with the SW2 toggle switch first the function category is selected with SW1 and then the SW2 toggle switch is used to select modes or configuration settings within that function selection See Chapter 4 Using Banks for complete details SW2 Mode Select Switch The SW2 Mode Select switch is used to enable disable and select specifi
3. Ross Video Limited DAC 8016A SDI to Analog Composite Converter User Manual Covers the following models DAC 8016A SDI to Analog Composite Converter DAC 8016A S SDI to Analog Composite Converter with Frame Sync DAC 8016A X SDI to Analog Composite Converter with Cross Color Filter DAC 8016A SX SDI to Analog Composite Converter with Frame Sync and Cross Color Filter Seres DAC 80164 M Ross Part Number 8016ADR 004 Issue 03A Cool Practical Technology DAC 8016A e SDI to Analog Composite Converter User Manual Ross Part Number 8016ADR 004 Document Issue 03A Printing Date April 19 2006 Printed in Canada Software Issue 3 00 The information contained in this User Manual is subject to change without notice or obligation Copyright 2006 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 Notice The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only It is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by Ross Video Limited Ross Video Limited assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual Trademarks ROSS is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited e Ross ROSS ROSS9 and MLE are registered trademarks of Ross Video Limited
4. TTL TRACKING EQUALIZER SO IN RE CLOCKER EQUALIZER NTSC PAL DESERIALIZER OUTPUTS pe 1 1 i CROSS COLOR 1 REDUCTION CX VERSION 1 i i COLOR BLACK O ae a ee REFERENCE IN COLOR FRAMING ROSS FRAME SEQUENCER REFERENCE Figure 1 Simplified Block Diagram of DAC 8016A Functions Features The following features make the DAC 8016A SDI to Analog Composite Converter the most flexible high quality encoding card for your digital to analog composite conversion requirements e 10 bit encoding e 12 bit digital to analog conversion e Compact design on a single DA sized card e Heads Up display e Comlink terminal display e Field upgradeable Frame Synchronization option available e Optional cross color reduction filtering e Extensive proc amp controls e Freeze modes e Hotswitching e Horizontal and vertical timing adjustments with Frame Synchronization e Programmable Vertical Interval blanking e Setup adjustment e Black Level offset adjust e Super Black control e Internal test patterns e Cable equalization e Input and conversion status indicator LEDs on card edge e Auto detects 525 625 e Choice of reference inputs e Four analog composite outputs e Oneortwo re clocked SDI outputs e Tracking Delay output for companion audio synchronizer e SMPTE 269M Fault Reporting e Fits Ross Video 8000 C series digital products frames and Leitch FR 6800 series frames e 5 ye
5. You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performances of our products aJ 95 Contents Introduction 1 1 Ta This Chapter nc S eR t dite dk eie a ba 1 1 A Word ot Thanks eee te hile uti E ak Reh 1 1 OVERVIEW e tatus hene eva etude tee Fess re eR EE ERE 1 2 Functional Block Diagram sees enne 1 3 EAU trad e orsi ee eret nuoto te bee e e otto eto Ree pets 1 3 Documentation Terms ssec t epe sea ioco tee ENTER ae 1 4 Abbreviations xoc I e RR std 1 4 Installation and Setup 2 1 hh This Chapter 5 obononit c e tusan p Hast b lea eee Pa i 2 1 Static Discharger 2 chek sects staret Nes tue feretur ees tede 2 1 Unpacking 5e RD IRE du ql a ee 2 1 JUMP Or SELUD ses A A dt dit aid dial decis 2 2 Equalization Setups odere ute ione e Pei emu 2 3 Board Installation eoo o e DCN ub 2 3 BNG Labels reU RUE nuda aie ae 2 3 Cable Connections iie ue Site Rb de ae 2 4 User Controls 3 1 In This Chapter ear cee tte tele o ee a RARUS 3 1 User Controls tia BE 3 2 Using Banks 4 1 In This Chapter iii 4 1 General Operating Rules sese ener enne 4 2 Selecting Banks eoe ERE C OH SG REID earn od 4 3 Bank Function Tables ote RH SE Idus 4 4 Using Bank A Functions i oc oe e edt ee dei E nek deed 4 7 Using Bank B F nctions 5 cedes ete eee ede 4 12 Using Bank C FUunctions ccccecccescsseceecesecseecaeeeseeeeeeseceeeenseenseenseeeaeenaeeeeeeeenes 4 15 T
6. e Abbreviations A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing the Ross Video DAC 8016A SDI to Analog Composite Converter You have purchased a powerful versatile and advanced encoder The DAC 8016A is part of a full line of Digital Conversion Products within the RossGear 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 DAC 8016A 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 DAC 8016A please contact us at the numbers listed in this publication Our technical support staff is always available for consultation training or service DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Introduction e 1 1 Overview The DAC 8016A is a broadcast quality encoder specifically designed for broadcast or production situations in which a serial digital component SDI signal must be converted to program quality composite analog PAL or NTSC Using a single card low power consumption design the DAC 8016A accepts a serial digital signal SMPTE 259M C and converts it to NTSC or PAL providing four NTSC or PAL analog outputs In addition a rich set of features are instantly accessible using simple board edge switches and controls
7. Cards with many heat producing components should be arranged to avoid areas of excess heat build up particularly in frames using convectional cooling After selecting the desired frame installation slot hold the DAC 8016A card by the edges and carefully align the card edges with the slots in the frame Then fully insert the card into the frame until the rear connection plug is properly seated BNC Labels Affix the supplied BNC label as per the included instructions to the BNC area on the rear of the rack frame DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Installation and Setup e 2 3 Cable Connections This section provides instructions for connecting cables to the DAC 8016A when mounted in RossGear 8000 series Digital Products Frames See the following frame rear panel diagram for BNC input and output designations 2 IN TO s NTSC PAL Meo Out 2 2 e B NTSC PAL NTSC PAL Out 1 Out 4 q Ys NTSC PAL A Out3 TRK SDI 3 Out 2 46 d e gt SDIOut1 Color Black AN 5 Reference 4 e In q o b Comlink Figure 4 DAC 8016A BNC Designations for RossGear Frames Connect the BNC cables as follows Connect the SDI Video IN BNC to the output of your digital video device Connect BNCs 1 through 4 to four analog video device inputs as required 1 2 3 4 Connect BNC 5 to the input of a digital video device as required Connect BNC 6 in one oftwo ways Connect to any devic
8. 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 to damage from an ESD event Important Safety Instructions gt O aution Wa 2 5 gt Warning 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 reduc
9. The board s Terminal Display feature uses the Comlink BNC 7 to establish a connection between a PC and the DAC 8016A When properly connected you can view your setup parameters on a PC running VT 100 terminal emulation All tables are output in ASCII format using an RS 485 interface Because of the nature of the frame it is not possible to have a true differential signal In this situation using a BNC on the frame side the connection is single ended Only the center conductor carries information while the shield is grounded Ensure that the PC and the card frame are at the same ground potential in order to avoid ground loops Although the interface is RS 485 the Comlink can function with most modern RS 232 equipment thereby making it easy and convenient to use with standard PC COM ports To connect the Comlink between the DAC 8016A and your PC you require a coax adapter cable with a BNC connector at one end and either a 9 pin or 25 pin RS 422 or RS 232 connector at the other end DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Comlink e 6 1 Cable Construction Construct a custom coax cable adapter as follows e On the Frame end of the coax cable no change to the BNC cable is required Ensure that the pin and shield are properly connected e On the PC end of the cable make the following connections according to whether your PC port uses a 9 pin D or a 25 pin D connector Important Regardless of whether your PC port uses a 9
10. 1727 PAL and decrements the V Delay value by 1 e Sub pixel timing adjustments can be made using the RV4 Fine Phase Adjust potentiometer on the front edge of the card Turning the pot clockwise increases delay whereas turning it counter clockwise decreases the delay The range is gt 37ns which is slightly longer than the step size of the H Delay function DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks e 4 19 Bank C 3 H Reset Use the following steps to reset just the H Delay value to 0 zero This function is particularly useful if your adjustment range is far off the mark or if you simply want to quickly return to zero 1 Select Bank C and rotate Function Select to position 3 2 Reset H Delay as required e Toggle Mode Select up to reset H Delay to 0 Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default C 3 t Zero H RESET ZERO N A No action Bank C 4 V Delay Use the following steps to adjust the output s V Delay 1 Select Bank C and rotate Function Select to position 4 2 Increase or decrease the V Delay as required e Toggle Mode Select up to increase V Delay by one line e Hold Mode Select up to increase V Delay continuously e Toggle Mode Select down to decrease V Delay by one line Hold Mode Select down to decrease V Delay continuously E SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default Increase V DELAY H HHH Decrease Note If you cross over the
11. Equipment Supplied e Upgrade Procedures e Confirm Upgrade Equipment Supplied Your DAC 8016A Upgrade kit contains e DAC 8016A User Manual e Required upgrade chip s DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Frame Synchronizer Upgrade e 7 1 Upgrade Procedures This section contains procedures for the following upgrade options e Chip Removal e Frame Synchronizer Upgrade e Software or Firmware Upgrade e Confirm Frame Synchronizer Upgrade e Confirm Software or Firmware Upgrade Figure 12 below indicates the user interface components required during these procedures Software Version U45 Board Issue Label Area AVR Option Socket Label Area A A A OM O Mo Es 1 TS ETSI EET Tales DES rmm IGS Wa ISIN 0 N Bootload Button a FINE PHASE 1 y E cad gal TET S Mm 2 TE DESIGNATIONS W Sol IN ZE IPAE 07P5 SU OUT 0 PG SOI TRACKING DELAY OUT 0 P7 COMUNK 0 PB REF Figure 12 DAC 8016A Upgrade Socket and Label Locations 7 2 e Frame Synchronizer Upgrade DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Chip Removal If there is a chip already in the AVR Option socket you need to remove it to upgrade the card software or firmware Record your settings if you are removing a Frame Synchronizer Upgrade chip 1 Do one of the following e Ifthe chip currently in the AVR Option socket is a Frame Synchronizer Upgrade chip record the Bank C settings listed in the following table You will need to reconfigure these settings when you re
12. Frame Delay modes hotswitching is not guaranteed to go completely black These two timing modes should never be used if the input source is switched while on air since the output timing will be affected and this could affect equipment downstream of the DAC 8016A It is recommended that the Hotswitch Mode and Input Loss Mode be set to black There is circuitry in the sync stripper that removes unwanted impulses to make the circuit more noise tolerant During a hotswitch this could cause the DAC 8016A to interpret the signal has been lost Since the Input Loss mode overrides the Hotswitch mode setting not having both set the same could lead to a momentary glitch on the screen DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A SMPTE 269M Fault Reporting In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections e Overview e Jumper Setup e Frame Connections e Details Overview The SMPTE 269M Fault Reporting system also known as an SMPTE alarm provides indication if one or more frame modules encounter a fault or an abnormal condition The DAC 8016A module provides a jumper to enable SMPTE 269M fault reporting The card connects by means of an internal interface circuit to an auxiliary telco connector on RossGear 8000 series frames When the frame connection is interfaced with a customer designed system of LEDs or audible alarms faults can be traced to a specific frame when a card fault occurs within that frame The following diagram
13. Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default 5 Pass SUP BLK PASS PASS Clip CLIP Bank B 7 SC H The SC H control allows you to adjust the sub carrier to horizontal edge relationship in degrees for purposes of phasing the DAC 8016A s output into another system 1 Select Bank B and rotate Function Select to position 7 2 Adjust the SC H as required e Toggle Mode Select up to increase the SC H phase clockwise e Toggle Mode Select down to decrease the SC H phase counter clockwise Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default h Incr DEG 0 DEG h Decr Bank B 8 Color Framing Enable In situations in which color framing is irrelevant one can disable color framing In line or frame delay modes disabling the Color Framing Enable feature prevents an error condition when there is no external reference present Use the following steps to enable or disable color framing 1 Select Bank A and rotate Function Select to position 4 2 Adjust video gain up or down as required e Toggle Mode Select up to enable the filter e Toggle Mode Select down to disable the filter Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default Enabled CLR FRAMING ON ON Disabled OFF 4 14 e Using Banks DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Bank C Functions The following topics are discussed in this section e Timing Mode e H Delay e H Reset e V
14. Select down to decrease video gain e Hold Mode Select down to decrease video gain continuously Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default A Increase VID GAIN HH 100 Decrease 4 8 e Using Banks DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Note Video Gain is one of the Proc Amp controls that can be reset using Factory Defaults Bank A Position E Bank A 9 Black Level Offset Use the following steps to change the card s output black level This setting is a black level offset that is not affected by the NTSC Setup function Bank B Position 1 For example with Black Level Offset at 1 IRE and NTSC Setup off the black level will be 1 IRE With NTSC Setup on and a setup level of 7 5 IRE the black level will be 8 5 IRE 1 Select Bank A and rotate Function Select to position 9 2 Choose the desired Black Level Offset setting e Toggle Mode Select up to increase the black level offset e Hold Mode Select up to increase the black level offset continuously e Toggle Mode Select down to decrease the black level offset e Hold Mode Select down to decrease the black level offset continuously Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default A zu Increase BLK OFF IRE 0 IRE Decrease Note Black Level Offset is one of the Proc Amp controls that can be reset using Factory Defaults Bank A Position E Bank A A Chroma Gain Use the fo
15. adjust the DAC 8016A s output U gain 1 Select Bank A and rotate Function Select to position C 2 Adjust U Gain up or down as required e Toggle Mode Select up to increase U gain e Hold Mode Select up to increase U gain continuously e Toggle Mode Select down to decrease U gain Hold Mode Select down to decrease U gain continuously E SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default Increase U GAIN HH 100 Decrease Note U Gain is one of the Proc Amp controls that can be reset using Factory Defaults Bank A Position E 4 10 e Using Banks DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Bank A E Factory Defaults This function allows you to return all controls to their default values or simply the Proc Amp controls by themselves Use the following steps to select factory default values 1 Select Bank A and rotate Function Select to position E 2 Select the desired default settings e Hold Mode Select up to reset all adjustments to their default values e Hold Mode Select down to reset the Proc Amp adjustments to their default values Video Gain Black Level Offset Chroma Gain Hue and U Gain Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default A E h Reset All DEFAULT ALL RST N A h Reset Proc Amp PROC RST Bank A F Lock Unlock Switch Access The Switch Access function allows you to lock or unlock user access to all adjustment paramet
16. 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 Instructions 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 pp Warning gt O D c o 3 gt Z O a Qo D apy 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
17. illustrates a general arrangement for SMPTE 269M alarm reporting Mating R7 AUXA Telco 100K 02 6 7V RK Plug ALARM Ut ana T 1 i CIRCUIT From All ETA a 2 a 20 mA max ER Modules HES 3 LA li a 2 MOC8101 TV ct 3 100n 24 Volts max Y 6 7V Internal Interface Circuit eee Lo Customer Supplied Alarm Figure 7 SMPTE 269M Alarm Reporting Internal interface and typical connections DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A SMPTE 269M Alarm Reporting e 5 1 Jumper Setup If fault reporting for the DAC 8016A is desired use jumper JP3 269M Fault Report to set up the card 1 To access the jumper remove the card from the frame by pressing down the white card ejector tab and pulling the card from the frame slot 2 Observing all static discharge and handling precautions place the card with the component side facing up on a clean flat surface 3 To enable SMPTE fault reporting set jumper JP3 to ON position See the Jumper Setup section in Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 4 To disable SMPTE fault reporting set jumper JP3 to OFF position See the Jumper Setup section in Chapter 2 Installation and Setup 5 To return the card to the designated frame installation slot hold the DAC 8016A card by the edges and carefully align the card edges with the slots in the frame Then fully insert th
18. in conjunction with a concise Heads Up Display The DAC 8016A is available in four different models e DAC 8016A The base model encoder includes a Proc Amp Line Delay and Line Synchronizer timing modes e DAC 8016A X In addition to the Proc Amp Line Delay and Line Synchronizer modes the X model includes the NTSC Cross Color Reduction Filter e DAC 8016A S In addition to the Proc Amp Line Delay and Line Synchronizer modes the S model includes a Frame Synchronizer e DAC 8016A SX The all inclusive SX model includes the Proc Amp Line Delay Line Synchronizer NTSC Cross Color Reduction Filter and Frame Synchronizer The DAC 8016A X uses advanced Cross Color Reduction Filter circuitry to achieve a major improvement in the transmitted quality of NTSC pictures by reducing cross color flickering rainbow effects These effects typically occur whenever scenes contain fine details such as diagonally repetitive patterns A superb improvement is evident on items such as tweed suits striped ties etc The DAC 8016A S version comes with a fully functional frame synchronizer capable of synchronizing incoming video to house reference Various timing modes are available to accommodate most situations New techniques in frame synchronization contribute to the board s low power requirements and compact design The complete circuit for the DAC 8016A including a 12 bit D A converter encoder frame or line
19. maximum V Delay the delay value returns to 0 zero and the Color Frame Index value increments by 1 When the Color Frame Index is 0 field 1 of the output video is aligned with color field 1 of the reference input When the Color Frame Index is 1 output field 1 is aligned with color field 3 of the reference input For PAL signals an index of 2 aligns output color field 1 with reference color field 5 and an index of 3 aligns output color field 1 with reference color field 7 A reference signal that meets SMPTE or EBU specifications is required in order to correctly color frame the DAC 8016A output 4 20 e Using Banks DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Bank C 5 V Reset Use the following steps to reset just the V Delay value to 0 zero 1 Select Bank C and rotate Function Select to position 5 2 Reset V Delay as required e Toggle Mode Select up to reset V Delay to 0 Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default C 5 t Zero V RESET ZERO N A No action Bank C 6 Set Minimum Delay Use the following steps to reset both the H Delay and V Delay values to 0 zero 1 Select Bank C and rotate Function Select to position 6 2 Resetall delays as required e Toggle Mode Select up to reset H Delay and V Delay to 0 Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default C Zero MIN DEL ZERO N A No action Bank C 7 Subcarrier Lock Mode This function i
20. pin D or a 25 pin D connector the pin out configuration may vary Always check your PC s Technical Guide to determine the correct pin outs for your computer The RX and GND pin outs may vary from machine to machine 9 Pin Connections The following diagram illustrates a sample connection using a typical pin out configuration for a PC s 9 pin D type connector O Figure 9 D 9 to BNC Connections 1 Connect the center conductor of the coax to the pin 2 RX on your serial port connector 2 Connect the shield of the coax to the ground pin 5 GND on your serial port connector 25 Pin Connections The following diagram illustrates a sample connection using a typical pin out configuration for a PC s 25 pin D type connector ARS is laz 11 40 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 B rcd 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 18 47 16 15 14 S Figure 10 D 25 to BNC Connections 1 Connect the center conductor of the coax to the pin 3 RX on your serial port connector 2 Connect the shield of the coax to the ground pin 7 GND on your serial port connector 6 2 e Comlink DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Connection and Configuration Once you have constructed the Comlink adapter cable connect it and configure the PC as follows 1 Connect the cable between your PC s serial port and BNC 7 on the rear panel of the DAC 8016A 2 With the custom cable properly c
21. that all sources to the DAC 8016A for example from a routing switcher only need to be lined up to the same line rather than having to be lined up to within subpixel timing Any source can then be switched to the DAC 8016A without any change to the output timing and consequently without any visible disturbance to the output video as long as vertical interval switching is used The Line Sync mode has internal latency so that using minimum delay still means that the output video will not be lined up with the external reference the H Sync edges will not occur at the same point in time To do so would have meant adding even more latency which may not be desirable However output timing can be delayed by up to two lines from that point on in subpixel increments so that the output video can be lined up as needed Note If two input sources are not on the same line then switching from one source to the other causes a jump in the output timing by an exact number of lines For example if the two sources are 2 5 lines apart the output will jump by either 2 or 3 lines depending on the position of the sources with respect to the external reference Threshold Point All Models As the input signal is delayed in time there comes a point where the output timing will have to jump by exactly one line the output must always come after the input This point is called the threshold point When comparing the input signal with the external ref
22. ADR 004 SDI to Analog Composite Converter User Manual additional User Manual FSU 8016A Frame Synchronizer Upgrade kit for adding Frame Sync function to standard DAC 8016A EXT 8100 Extender Board module servicing extension DFR 8104A Digital Products Frame and Power Supply PS 8102 1RU holds 4 modules includes 1 power supply DFR 8104A C Digital Products Frame with Cooling Fan Module and Power Supply PS 8102 IRU holds 4 modules includes 1 power supply DFR 8110A Digital Products Frame and Power Supply PS 8102 2RU holds 10 modules includes 1 power supply DFR 8110A C Digital Products Frame with Cooling Fan Module and Power Supply PS 8102 2RU holds 10 modules includes 1 power supply CFM 8104A Cooling Fan Module cooling kit for standard DFR 8104A CFM 8110A Cooling Fan Module cooling kit for standard DFR 8110A DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Ordering Information e 10 1 e PS 8102 Power Supply 85 264 volts redundancy option power supply for Ross 8000 series 2RU digital product frames e FSB 7110 Rear Support Bars and Brackets additional support for rear frame to rack mounting e CRB 8110A Card Retaining Bracket module retainer used in field installations such as mobile trucks etc e CSB 8100 Cable Support Bracket cable support bar for rear of digital frames OneUser Manual is supplied with each of these RossGear products Your DAC 8016A SDI to Analog Composite Converter is a part of the
23. DAC 8016A video outputs Do not use this feature with on air signals DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks e 4 7 Bank A 4 Cross Color Filter Use the following steps to enable or disable the Cross color filter Model X and SX only 1 Select Bank A and rotate Function Select to position 4 2 Adjust video gain up or down as required e Toggle Mode Select up to enable the filter e Toggle Mode Select down to disable the filter Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default Disabled OFF Bank A 6 Test Pattern Use the following steps to select a test pattern for the card to display 1 Select Bank A and rotate Function Select to position 6 2 Select the desired pattern according to the table below e Toggle Mode Select up to advance up the list e Toggle Mode Select down to descend down the list ES SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default Bars FF 75 Disabled With Test Pattern enabled the Heads Up Display will not appear Bank A 8 Video Gain Video Gain affects only the active portion of the video line Sync and Burst are not affected Use the following steps to adjust the DAC 8016A s output video gain 1 Select Bank A and rotate Function Select to position 8 2 Adjust video gain up or down as required e Toggle Mode Select up to increase video gain e Hold Mode Select up to increase video gain continuously e Toggle Mode
24. Delay e V Reset e Set Minimum Delay e Subcarrier Lock Mode e Freeze Mode e Forced Freeze e Input Loss Mode e Hotswitch Mode Bank C 1 Timing Mode The following topics are discussed in this section e About the Timing Mode e Timing Mode Summary e Bank C 1 Timing Mode Procedure About the Timing Mode There are two versions of the DAC 8016A available The standard DAC 8016A can be timed within one line in 37ns increments The DAC 8016A S with the frame synchronizer can be timed within one video frame in 37ns increments The fine phase potentiometer RV1 is provided for sub pixel adjustment The presence of a frame synchronizer means that the Frame Delay and Frame Sync modes are available Without the frame synchronizer the Line Delay and Line Sync modes are available The non S version provides enough timing flexibility to meet a wide variety of applications These cards can be upgraded in the field for full frame synchronizing capabilities The following information provides detailed explanations of when to use each mode as well as an analysis of the advantages each mode has to offer The DAC 8016A offers a tracking delay output that pulses high at frame rate The pulse width is a measurement of the video delay through the card to a minimum of 10uS This is useful when connecting with devices which accept this type of measurement signal such as the RossGear ADL 8520 AES Audio Delay Unit This feature is jumper selectable and a
25. Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default 1 On SETUP ON ON Off OFF OFF ndicates default NTSC setting Indicates default PAL setting always disabled in PAL Bank B 2 Setup Level Use the following steps to increase or decrease NTSC Setup level 1 Select Bank B and rotate Function Select to position 1 2 Choose the desired setup value e Toggle Mode Select up to increase NTSC Setup e Toggle Mode Select down to decrease NTSC Setup Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default 2 Increase STP LVL 4 IRE 7 5 IRE Decrease 0 ndicates default NTSC setting Indicates default PAL setting 4 12 e Using Banks DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Bank B 3 VI Blanking Use the following steps to blank the vertical interval or allow the signals in the vertical interval to pass through the DAC 8016A 1 Select Bank B and rotate Function Select to position 3 2 Choose the desired blanking mode e Toggle Mode Select up to blank the vertical interval e Toggle Mode Select down to pass the vertical interval Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default 3 Blank VI BLNK BLANK PASS Pass Through PASS Bank B 4 VI End The DAC 8016A has a programmable Vertical Interval function that allows you to set where the VI ends and the first line of active video begins Everything up to but not including t
26. Heads Up Display Label Default C Frame FRZ MODE FRAME Field 2 FLD2 Field 1 FLD 1 Bank C 9 Forced Freeze The output can be manually frozen DAC 8016A S and SX only using the Forced Freeze mode When enabled the freeze will affect either field 1 field 2 or the entire frame as determined by the Freeze Mode function Use the following steps to enable or disable the Forced Freeze mode 1 Select Bank C and rotate Function Select to position 9 2 Select the desired mode e Toggle Mode Select up to freeze the image The FREEZE LED is on e Toggle Mode Select down to un freeze the image and allow input video to pass through The FREEZE LED is off Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default C Freeze FREEZE FORCE PASS Pass Through PASS Note With Force Field enabled the Heads Up Display is still available 4 22 e Using Banks DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Bank C A Input Loss Mode The Input Loss Mode function selects what type of video appears at the system s four outputs when the input signal is lost or invalid These choices are available 1 Black 2 No Output flat line no signal present Use the following steps to set the Input Loss Mode 1 Select Bank C and rotate Function Select to position A 2 Select the desired mode according to the table below e Toggle Mode Select up to advance up the list e Toggle Mode Select down to descend down the list B
27. Indicates a reference signal is present and that the reference signal is locked On External reference standard matches the input standard REF OK Green Flashing External reference standard does not match the input standard Off No external reference is present FREEZE When lit this LED indicates that Freeze Mode is enabled S and SX models ACCESS Yellow When lit this LED indicates that Switch Access is unlocked See Bank A Functions Mode Select position F 3 4 e User Controls DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks In This Chapter This section provides a detailed explanation on using Bank functions The following topics are discussed e General Operating Rules e Selecting Banks e Bank Function Tables e Using Bank A Functions e Using Bank B Functions e Using Bank C Functions e Timing Mode Summaries DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks e 4 1 General Operating Rules Please note the following important operating rules for the DAC 8016A e Whenever the card is powered up it defaults to Bank A and the Bank A LED is lit Note The card defaults with switch access set to the locked position To unlock the access refer to the Bank A F Lock Unlock Switch Access section in this chapter before attempting to make any adjustments e New menu settings are saved to memory after one 1 second of operator inactivity e The SDI input video format determines which analog format the card will outp
28. N LOSS NO OUTPT Freeze HOTSW MD FREEZE Hotswitch Mode Black BLACK Off Note Functions stored in memory always power up in the last known state All other items power up in their default state Indicates default NTSC setting a Indicates default PAL setting A Only available on DAC 8016A S and DAC 8016A SX When Freeze mode is activated the freeze will affect either field 1 field 2 or the entire frame Stored in memory 4 6 e Using Banks DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Bank A Functions The following topics are discussed in this section e Heads up Display e Cross Color Filter e Test Pattern e Video Gain e Black Level Offset e Chroma Gain e Hue e UGain e Factory Defaults e Lock Unlock Switch Access Important The card defaults with switch access set to the locked position To unlock the access refer to the Bank A F Lock Unlock Switch Access section in this chapter before attempting to make any adjustments Bank A 1 Heads up Display Use the following steps to enable or disable the Heads up display 1 Select Bank A and rotate SW1 Function Select to position 1 2 Choose the desired display mode e Hold Mode Select up for one second to enable the display e Hold Mode Select down to disable the display Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default A 1 h On HEADS UP ON OFF Off OFF Note The display is superimposed over all
29. RossGear family of products Ross Video offers a full line of RossGear terminal equipment including distribution conversion monitoring synchronizers encoders decoders AES keyers switches as well as analog audio and video products 10 2 e Ordering Information DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Notes DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Ordering Information e 10 3 Notes 10 4 e Ordering Information DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Notes DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Ordering Information e 10 5 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 Support 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 e 0006 613 652 e 4425 solutions rossvideo com techsupport rossvideo com 8 John Street Iroquois Ontario Canada KOE 1K0 P O Box 880 Ogdensburg New York USA 13669 0880 e Related products and full product lines e On line catalog e Trade show information e News e Testimonials NANA Age sisvideo com
30. Us section at the end of this manual 1 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 settings 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 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 DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Service Information e 9 1 Warranty and Repair Policy The RossGear DAC 8016A is warranted to be free of any defect with respect to perfor
31. a full frame of delay it is possible to set apparent negative timing making it look like the output occurs before the input Frame Sync DAC 8016A S SX Models The Frame Sync mode makes it possible to use asynchronous sources The output timing is generated entirely based on the external reference Whether a synchronous or an asynchronous source is used output timing is constant Setting H Delay 0 and V Delay 0 will zero time the output relative to the external reference the start of line 1 field 1 on the output will be aligned in time with the start of line 1 field 1 of the external reference The delay through the card will be the minimum latency in the order of microseconds to a full frame of delay Frame Sync mode can normally handle hard switching of untimed synchronous sources as long as the sources are just a few lines apart However if switching occurs at the input we recommend using Frame Sync and Field Check Frame Sync and Field Check DAC 8016A S SX Models The Frame Sync and Field Check mode is made possible because the DAC 8016A has enough video memory to store three full video fields Field checking ensures that all EAV signals line up correctly in an incoming field before it is displayed If it finds that an EAV is missing or in the wrong location it tags the field as bad and discards it In the meantime the frame currently in memory is repeated This is useful for detecting changes in input timing such as when the i
32. and see Chapter 7 Upgrades for detailed procedures DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A User Controls e 3 3 Status and Selection LEDs The front edge of the card features ten LEDs that display the status of the input signals and indicate menu function and configuration selections As selections are made from the menu tables see Chapter 4 Using Banks for complete bank menu table descriptions the LEDs display the status of the input signals banks and menu function and configuration selections Basic LED displays and descriptions are provided in the following table Table 1 Selection and Status LED Descriptions Display and Description When Lit Indicates that the card is functioning normally and that no anomalies have been detected Both of the following conditions must be satisfied INPUT Green e A valid input signal is present OK e A valid reference signal is present when a reference is required and that the reference standard matches the input standard Selecting Line Sync or Frame Sync modes or turning on color framing require that a reference signal is present Indicates that conditions for INPUT OK are not met Mutually exclusive with INPUT ERROR Red OK LED e Flashing upgrade in progress BANK A Confirms that Bank A is selected BANK B Confirms that Bank B is selected BANK C Confirms that Bank C is selected IN 525 The SDI input signal is 525 lines for NTSC IN 625 The SDI input signal is 625 lines for PAL
33. ank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default C A Freeze IN LOSS NO OUTPUT No Output BLACK Black It is recommended that Hotswitch Mode and Input Loss Mode be set to black There is circuitry in the sync stripper that removes unwanted impulses to make the circuit more noise tolerant During a Important hotswitch this could cause the DAC 8016A to interpret the signal has been lost Since the Input Loss mode overrides the Hotswitch mode setting not having both set the same could lead to a momentary glitch on the screen Bank C B Hotswitch Mode Depending on which timing mode is being used switching untimed input sources can cause the output to break up while the DAC 8016A is synchronizing to the new timing In this case hotswitching can be used to make this break up less apparent To mask this disruption a hotswitch mode was created This is accomplished by momentarily freezing the last good frame or momentarily going to black while the untimed switch occurs Going to black is recommended since the output can be forced to black as soon as the hotswitch condition 1s detected Freezing must wait until the next field in which case a single corrupted field could get through to the output In Frame Sync timing mode the output timing will be undisturbed as it is based on the external reference In Line Sync mode as long as the input sources are on the same line relative to the external reference a
34. ar transferable warranty DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Introduction e 1 3 Documentation Terms The following terms are used throughout this guide Frame refers to the DFR 8104A and DFR 8110A frames that house the DAC 8016A card All references to the DFR 8104A and DFR 8110A also include the DFR 8104A C and DFR 8110A C versions with the cooling fan option See the respective User Manuals for details Operator and User both refer to the person who uses the DAC 8016A Board Card and Module all refer to the DAC 8016A encoder module itself System and Video system refers to the mix of interconnected digital and analog production and terminal equipment in which the DAC 8016A operates 525 line mode refers to broadcast situations using NTSC composite analog signal reference inputs 625 line mode refers to broadcast situations using PAL composite analog signal reference inputs All references to PAL in this manual imply that PAL B is being used Abbreviations The following abbreviations may be used throughout the text Abbreviation Definition Analog to Digital Converter Analog to Digital Digital to Analog Distribution Amplifier Digital to Analog Converter Digital Disk Recorder Disable Digital Video Recorder Enable LOW SIG Low Signal RU Rack Unit SDI Serial Digital Interface VCR Video Cassette Rec
35. ay Rotate Function Select to position 0 Hold Mode Select up for several seconds to display the card software and hardware versions installed On the Heads Up display SW V HW V is displayed indicating that the upgrade was successful Confirm that the displayed numbers match the upgrade versions you have performed If you are upgrading multiple cards repeat the relevant upgrade procedures as necessary If you have any questions or encounter any problems please contact Ross Video Customer Service at 613 652 4886 DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Frame Synchronizer Upgrade e 7 5 7 6 e Frame Synchronizer Upgrade DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Specifications In This Chapter This chapter contains the Technical Specifications table DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Specifications e 8 1 Technical Specifications Table 8 DAC 8016A Technical Specifications Standard SMPTE 259M C 270Mb s 525 625 lines Number of Inputs Component Input Impedance 750 SDI Input Return loss gt 20dB to 270MHz Common Mode 4 5V p p 50 60Hz Equalization Automatic up to 26dB 250m SMPTE 259M C 270Mb s 525 625 lines 1 or2 gt 15dB to 270MHz 800mV 5 lt 30mV gt 800pS 20 80 15 Signal Standards Number of Outputs Output Return Loss Component Ga SDI Output Eae DC Offset Rise and Fall Time Overshoot lt 10 typical Standard NTSC or PAL composite video 1V pp 759 Numbe
36. c DAC 8016A functional modes or configurations within the operational function menu selected first with the SW1 Function Select switch The Mode Select switch is a 3 position momentary toggle switch with an automatic spring return to the center position Two methods of toggling SW2 are used to select basic and advanced level menu items e Single momentary toggle to select single options e Hold toggle to o Enable or disable functions that carry a higher level of importance o Scroll through a range of values or options Toggling the switch for menu selection is made according to two basic menu design categories e menu selections utilizing a scrolling wrap around style of selection from last menu item directly back to first menu item e menu selections utilizing a bi directional upper and lower range limit 3 2 e User Controls DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Fine Phase Adjust Potentiometer The Fine Phase Adjust potentiometer RV4 adjusts the board s output delay in sub pixel increments with a range of 0 zero to gt 37ns which is slightly longer than the step size of the H Delay function Using Figure 5 and the card silk screening for reference set RV4 Fine Phase Adjust to adjust sub pixel delay timing Turning the pot clockwise increases delay whereas turning it counter clockwise decreases the delay Bootload Button Use this button to set the card into upgrade mode upon install See Figure 6 for location information
37. e Select Options Bank Select olov 5 k MH SETUP ON ON Off OFF OFF Increase STP LVL 4 IRE 7 5 IRE Decrease H Blank VI BLNK BLANK Pass Through PASS VI End F Increase VIEND HHH 44 21 0 20 5 Decrease 23 5 24 0 Pass Through SUPBLK PASS Clip CLIP NTSC Setup Setup Level VI Blanking PASS SuperBlack PASS N SS A h Increase SCH DEG h Decrease Enabled E Disabled SC H 0 DEG CLR FRAMING ON OFF O Q Z x Color Framing Enable gt gt NA o o O N A N A N A N A a gt Note Functions stored in memory always power up in the last known state All other items power up in their default state ndicates default NTSC setting Indicates default PAL setting Stored in memory See Table in VI End section below DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks e 4 5 Bank C Function Table Table 5 Function Select Bank C Function Table ciue SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display On Default Function E Options Screen Label and Value Value Select Frame Sync 1 Timing Mode Frame Delay Line Sync Line Delay m LD ecrease No action He HE DELAY ecrease No action No action 7 Subcarrier Lock ON SC LOCK ON Mode OFF OFF Frame FRZ MODE FRAME Freeze Mode gt Field 2 FLD 2 Field 1 FLD 1 Forced Freeze Freeze FREEZE FORCE Pass Through PASS m No Output I
38. e card into the frame until the rear connection plug is properly seated Frame Connections The SMPTE 269M Fault Reporting connection on RossGear 8000 series frames is provided by the auxiliary telco connector AUX A for interfacing with a customer designed alarm system PR Cy A i B DFR 8104A c 85 250V 50 MADE IN CANADA 2 e 15A 75 WATT Aux A Connectors for SMPTE 269M Fault Reporting DFR 8110A Figure 8 SMPTE 269M Alarm Reporting Frame Connections Connect the frame s AUX A connector to your facility s SMPTE alarm circuit Details The fault report contacts are closed when the card detects an internal failure or a power loss condition Some internal failures are e Problems with the card analog power supplies e Failure of the card to initialize e Failure in the fault reporting circuitry The fault report contacts are pulsating when there is a loss of an input signal This occurs when e There is no valid D1 SDI input to the card e There is no external reference present in the Line Sync or Frame Sync modes e There is no external reference when color framing is enabled For additional information on alarm system design refer to the SMPTE document ANSI SMPTE 269M 1999 5 2 e SMPTE 269M Fault Reporting DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Comlink In This Chapter Important This chapter contains the following sections e Overview e Cable Construction e Connection and Configuration Overview
39. e that needs to track the video delay through the 8016A or 8016A S TE RossGear ADL 8520 AES EBU Auto Tracking Audio Delay Jumper JP1 must be set to TTL see the Jumper Setup section The Tracking Delay Pulse is a positive 5V pulse Its width tracks the video delay as it passes through the card The DAC 8016A tracking delay pulse tracks up to 2 video lines the DAC 8016A S up to 2 fields Connect the re clocked output SDI signal to the input of another digital video device Jumper JP1 must be set to SDI see the Jumper Setup section Note SDI outputs are reclocked copies of the input They will not be synchronized or have any video processing applied to them If you wish to use the Comlink functionality connect the BNC end of the Comlink adapter cable not supplied to BNC 7 See Chapter 6 Comlink for details on this optional feature Connect a video reference one of two ways If you wish to obtain the reference directly from the card s back plane connect a composite analog color black reference to BNC 8 Jumper JP2 must be set to OPS see the Jumper Setup section Note BNC 8 is terminated at 75 ohms on the card 2 4 e Installation and Setup If you wish to reference the card from the frame s Master Reference connector ensure that a composite analog typically color black reference signal is connected to the REF BNC on the frame see Figure 4 Jumper JP2 must be set to FRM see the Jumper Setup
40. e the card is inserted Important 1 Locate pot RV2 EQ FT See Figure 2 on the previous page The control is calibrated from 0 to 300 ft EQFT 75 100 50 on b 25 D NOE 250 Rv2 9 300 Figure 3 RV2 EQ Potentiometer and card markings 2 Set the control for the cable length currently in use between the DAC 8016A and the target destination If desired a more accurate setting may be obtained by using the internal test patterns set to Color Bars and by setting the EQ control to obtain the proper color levels as measured at the destination video device Re adjustment of the EQ control will be required if the length of the cable run to your destination device changes Board Installation Important It is recommended that the DAC 8016A be installed into a Ross 8000A C series digital distribution frame with a cooling module option installed See the Optional Equipment section in Chapter 8 for details Use the following steps to install the DAC 8016A in a RossGear 8000 series digital distribution frame Refer to the User Manual of the RossGear 8000 series 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 Please note that heat and power distribution requirements within a frame may dictate specific slot placement of cards
41. e 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 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 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 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 This is a Class A
42. elect switch SW2 up momentarily e The label instructs you to toggle the Mode Select switch SW2 down momentarily e The label h instructs you to hold the Mode Select switch SW2 up for one second or more e The label h instructs you to hold the Mode Select switch SW2 down for one second or more 4 2 e Using Banks DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Selecting Banks Function Select switch functionality is divided into three banks of functions Use the following steps to select Bank A B or C as required 1 Rotate Function Select SW1 to position 0 Note that position O is always used to select the bank regardless of the bank that you are currently using 2 Toggle Mode Select SW2 up or down to choose the desired bank Three positions are available Bank A B or C 3 The table below illustrates each switch function along with the Heads Up Display label the Status LED indication and the default value If you are not using a display be sure to verify your selection on the Status LED s Table 2 Switch and Bank Selection Mode Select SW2 Heads up Display Label Status LED Default Bank DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks e 4 3 SW1 Function Select 1 2 3 4 D 7 A C F 4 4 e Using Banks E Bank Function Tables The following sections presents a detailed charting of all board level DAC 8016A functions in the following three tables The operational usage is e
43. erence the threshold point in microseconds is 0 13 for NTSC and 0 01 for PAL before the falling edge of the external reference In addition there is built in hysteresis so that if an input source is on the threshold point the output timing will be constant and will not jump back and forth by a line if the input signal varies slightly However if the input signal is exactly on the threshold point the output timing may vary from one power up sequence to the other In other words the card may power up with different timing than the previous time it was powered up To avoid this condition set the card to Line Delay mode and use minimum delay through the card H Delay 0 and V Delay 0 Then check to see where the output video is relative to the external reference The threshold point is approximately 19 6 microseconds in NTSC 15 7 in PAL to the right of the falling edge of H Sync on the external reference If the falling edge of the output video s H Sync is within 1 us of this point we recommend that you move the input SDI timing at the source to keep it away from the threshold point Note In Line Syne mode you must keep the falling H sync edge of the incoming video away from the threshold point 4 16 e Using Banks DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Frame Delay DAC 8016A S SX Models The Frame Delay mode is identical to the Line Delay mode except that the output timing can be delayed by up to a full frame of video By using almost
44. ers The lock function should be performed after installation to secure all settings and to prevent anyone from accidentally changing the settings Note the following rules e When access is locked no adjustments can be made and the Heads Up Display is automatically turned off e When you unlock switch access and you wish to use the Heads Up display again you must manually enable it Bank A Position 1 Use the following steps to lock or unlock switch access 1 Select Bank A and rotate Function Select to position F 2 Choose the desired access mode e Toggle Mode Select up to lock switch access Adjustments cannot be made and the display is disabled The ACCESS LED is off e Hold Mode Select down for one second to unlock switch access Adjustments can now be made The ACCESS LED is on Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default A F Locked ACCESS LOCKED LOCKED h Unlocked UNLOCKED DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks e 4 11 Using Bank B Functions The following topics are discussed in this section e NTSC Setup e Setup Level e VI Blanking e VI End e SuperBlack e SC H e Color Framing Enable Bank B 1 NTSC Setup Use the following steps to enable or disable setup 1 Select Bank B and rotate Function Select to position 1 2 Choose the desired setup value e Toggle Mode Select up to enable NTSC setup e Toggle Mode Select down to disable NTSC setup Bank SW1
45. he first line of active video is considered part of the Vertical Interval and will be affected by this function In 525 line mode signals in the vertical interval are passed without setup even if setup is enabled The range in 525 line mode is line 20 to 22 Use the following steps to select the end point for vertical blanking 1 Select Bank B and rotate Function Select to position 4 2 Choose field 1 and field 2 settings according to the table below e Toggle Mode Select up to increase the line at which the VI ends e Toggle Mode Select down to decrease the line at which the VI ends Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default 4 Increase VI END HHH 44 21 0 20 5 Decrease 23 5 24 0 525 line mode NTSC default value 626 line mode PAL default value Table6 Vertical Interval Details First Line of Active Video AA AAA ES o ae ESE 23 5 336 23 5 336 23 5 336 21 5 25 336 337 37 20 5 336 336 335 335 Indicates default values DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks e 4 13 Bank B 5 SuperBlack Use the following steps to enable or disable the SuperBlack clipping function 1 Select Bank B and rotate Function Select to position 5 2 Choose the desired SuperBlack setting e Toggle Mode Select up to allow the input s active video signal to pass through e Toggle Mode Select down to clip any value below black Bank SW1 Function Select SW2
46. iming Mode Summaries ener enne 4 18 SMPTE 269M Fault Reporting 5 1 In This Chapter sequestrado eene Hee ie eee RR Ede 5 1 uad PEE 5 1 Jumper Sept ad a ase A E e ad 5 2 Frame Connections eee RE REESE NEED e eive reist 5 2 Details rsss essa D e EO ERA ESSE TREE EUR 5 2 DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Contents e i Comlink 6 1 INS AAPP datae ear eed Hamel EE ENE 6 1 OVERVIEW So since tiles e dt cd hate doch e e Ms 6 1 Cable Construction 6 2 Connection and Configuration ccccescsesecseesceeseeeseeeeecseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeseenseenaes 6 3 Upgrades 7 1 TS Chapter de onda bte etes 7 1 Equipment Supplied tO a 7 1 Upgrade Procedures css sie eee etie E rre eee a e dece 7 2 Confirm Upgrade oet A pis bes env ss E RIR Des Sa 7 5 Specifications 8 1 Inc This Chapters seia iere ees tte dut E o ae 8 1 Technical Specifications eese tede deciiet ie e ee Re estes 8 2 Service Information 9 1 In Ihis Chapter eiie th ee et epa i e e eed 9 1 Troubleshooting Check ist ess tease EE as Roeser 9 1 Warranty and Repair Policy sess 9 2 Ordering Information 10 1 InzPhis Chapter o sas ss saias enean Oa eua re e t iet eti EE 10 1 DAC 8016A and Related Products sss 10 1 ii e Contents DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Introduction In This Chapter This chapter contains the following information sections e A Word of Thanks e Overview e Functional Block Diagram e Features e Documentation Terms
47. install the Frame Synchronizer Upgrade chip after performing the software or firmware upgrade Table 7 Frame Synchronizer Affected Settings Bank C Function Table SW1 Function Select Function Bank C Settings Pe Fig Mee ES H Delay 1 pV Delay fe as Freeze Mode e Ifthe chip currently in the AVR Option socket is an earlier software or firmware chip continue with the Chip removal procedure 2 With the card out of the frame refer to Figure 12 and the card labeling to locate the AVR Option socket U45 3 Use a tong type IC chip removal tool not supplied to grab the chip by the un legged ends and gently pry the chip out of the socket 4 Store the chip in a labeled static free container You may need to return it to the socket later if it is a Frame Synchronizer upgrade chip The card cannot operate as a Frame Synchronizer without the chip in the socket iden ed 1 A La ES 4 q 3 Figure 13 Chip and Socket Alignment DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Frame Synchronizer Upgrade e 7 3 Frame Synchronizer Upgrade 1 2 3 4 5 Remove the card from the frame Verify the card issue level matches the issue level of the upgrade kit Refer to Figure 12 and the card labeling to locate the AVR Option socket U45 If the socket is occupied complete the Chip Removal procedure Align the new chip over the socket with the keyed sides together and the legs over the socket holes The a
48. llowing steps to adjust the DAC 8016A s output Chroma gain 1 Select Bank A and rotate Function Select to position A 2 Adjust Chroma gain up or down as required e Toggle Mode Select up to increase Chroma gain e Hold Mode Select up to increase Chroma gain continuously e Toggle Mode Select down to decrease Chroma gain e Hold Mode Select down to decrease Chroma gain continuously Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default A A Increase CHROMA HH 100 Decrease Note Chroma Gain is one of the Proc Amp controls that can be reset using Factory Defaults Bank A Position E DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks e 4 9 Bank A B Hue Use the following steps to adjust the DAC 8016A s output hue 1 Select Bank A and rotate Function Select to position B 2 Adjust hue in degrees as required e Toggle Mode Select up to change the hue in a clockwise direction e Hold Mode Select up to change the hue clockwise continuously e Toggle Mode Select down to change the hue in a counter clockwise direction e Hold Mode Select down to change the hue counter clockwise continuously Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default A Increase HUE DEG 0 DEG Decrease Note Hue is one of the Proc Amp controls that can be reset using Factory Defaults Bank A Position E Bank A C U Gain Use the following steps to
49. mance 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 DAC 8016A 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 DAC 8016A 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 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 RossGear DAC 8016A SDI to Analog Composite Converter User Manual of our Digital Products line provides all pertinent information for the safe installation and operation of your RossGear Product Ross Video policy dictates that all repairs to the RossGear DAC 8016A 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 auto
50. matically void the warranty Please contact Ross Video Technical Support for more information In Case of Problems Should any problem arise with your RossGear DAC 8016A 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 DAC 8016A 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 9 2 e Service Information DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Ordering Information In This Chapter This chapter contains ordering information for the DAC 8016A and related products DAC 8016A and Related Products Standard Equipment DAC 8016A SDI to Analog Composite Converter DAC 8016A X SDI to Analog Composite Converter with Cross Color Filter DAC 8016A S SDI to Analog Composite Converter with Frame Synchronizer DAC 8016A SX SDI to Analog Composite Converter with Cross Color Filter and Frame Synchronizer Optional Equipment 8016
51. nd they do not cross the threshold point see Bank C 1 Timing Mode for details on the threshold point then the output timing will also be undisturbed In all other cases the output timing will be disturbed any time an untimed switch is made at the input of the DAC 8016A Three choices are available e Off disables the Hotswitch Mode e Black the output momentarily cuts to black when an untimed switch is made at the input e Freeze DAC 8016A S or SX only the last valid image is momentarily frozen The freeze will display field 1 field 2 or the entire frame in FS or FSFC timing modes as determined by the Freeze Mode function DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks e 4 23 In either case the output returns once the card has relocked to the input Use the following steps to set the Hotswitch Mode Important Important 4 24 e Using Banks 1 Select Bank C and rotate Function Select to position B 2 Selectthe desired mode according to the table below e Toggle Mode Select up to advance up the list e Toggle Mode Select down to descend down the list En SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label EEA HOTSW MD FREEZE BLACK OFF Freeze hotswitching is not supported in Line Delay Line Sync and Frame Delay timing modes If one of these timing modes is selected and freeze hotswitching is enabled the hotswitch will go to black instead Because output timing is disrupted in Line Delay and
52. ne the output timing will be constant e Keep input timing away from the threshold point Frame Delay Use when you have an S version and need constant delay through the card e Output timing based on input timing e Ignores external reference e Has the lowest minimum delay through the card e Output timing adjustment window has infinite phasing over a full frame Frame Sync Use when you have an S version and need constant output timing or when the input is asynchronous to house reference e Input can be asynchronous e Output timing is constant regardless of input timing e Output phasing is infinite over a full frame and the delay through the card varies from the minimum processing delay up to the minimum processing delay plus a full frame Frame Sync and Field Check Use when you have an S version and need constant output timing or when the input is asynchronous to house reference or when input timing may change Recommended mode for S versions e Input can be asynchronous e Output timing is constant regardless of input timing e Can be zero timed to the external reference e Output phasing is infinite over a full frame and the delay through the card varies from the minimum processing delay plus a field up to the minimum processing delay plus three fields e Handles vertical interval switching at the input regardless of input timing Output timing and video will be unaffected Disable hotswitching as it is not nece
53. nput source has been switched at a routing switcher The timing implication is that the delay through the card will be a minimum of 1 field to a maximum of 3 fields Frame Sync mode can handle hard switching of untimed synchronous or asynchronous sources regardless of input timing If switching at the input will occur this mode is recommended The only potential drawback is that a minimum of one field of delay through the card will occur For asynchronous sources this will always be the case but for synchronous sources it depends on the timing relationship between the input video and the external reference if the input and external reference are already a field apart enabling field checking will not affect the timing Note We recommend that you not enable hotswitching in this mode DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks e 4 17 Timing Mode Summaries This section provides a summary of all Timing Modes Line Delay Use when you do not have an S version and need constant delay through the card e Output timing based on input timing e Ignores external reference e Has the lowest minimum delay through the card e Two line output timing adjustment window Line Sync Use when you do not have an S version and need constant output timing even though input timing may change This is the recommended mode for the non S version e Output timing based on external reference line by line only e If input sources are timed to be on the same li
54. onnected set up your PC s serial port parameters as follows e 19 2 K baud rate e 8 data bits e No parity e Istopbit e No flow control 3 On your PC run a program that uses VT 100 terminal emulation such as Terminal exe or HyperTerminal With the DAC 8016A powered up you should now have all setup parameters visible on the PC as illustrated in the sample screen below debug HyperTerminal File Edit View Call Transfer Help oel 5 8 o DAC 8016A S Ross Video Limited Bank Select BANK A BANK B BANK C HEADS UP OFF SETUP ON TIME MODE FS FC STP LVL 7 5 TRE H DELAY 1 H RESET V DELAY O V RESET MIN DEL SC LOCK CROSS CLR OFF TEST PTN OFF SUPBLK VID GAIN 100 0 BLK OFF 0 0 IRE CHROMA 100 0 HUE 8 0 DEG U GAIN 100 6 DEFAULT ACCESS LOCKED SCH 0 0 DEG CLR FRAMING ON FRZ MODE FREEZE IN LOSS HOTSW MD Connected 0 00 41 DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Auto detect is2008 N 1 SCROLL CAPS NUM Print echo Figure 11 Sample Terminal Display Comlink e 6 3 6 4 e Comlink DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Upgrades In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions required to properly upgrade your DAC 8016A encoder for the following functionality e Full frame synchronization operation DAC 8016A S functionality e Software e Firmware To order any DAC 8016A Upgrade kit contact Ross Video Customer Service This chapter contains the following sections e
55. order VTR Video Tape Recorder 1 4 e Introduction DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Installation and Setup In This Chapter This chapter contains the following information sections Static Discharge Unpacking Jumper Setup Equalization Setup Board Installation BNC Labels Cable Connections Static Discharge Whenever handling the DAC 8016A and other related equipment please observe all static discharge precautions as described in the following note Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive semiconductor devices Avoid handling circuit boards in high a A static environments such as carpeted areas and when wearing ESD synthetic fiber clothing Always exercise proper grounding Susceptibility precautions when working on circuit boards and related equipment Unpacking Unpack each DAC 8016A 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 DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Installation and Setup e 2 1 Jumper Setup Use Figure 2 the card labeling and the following discussions to set up DAC 8016A jumpers These settings are performed before installing the unit in the frame but may be repeated as required Refer to Figure 2 for card jumper locations JP3 Rv2 Fault Report EQ Ft Figure 2 DAC 8016A Jumper Locations
56. 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 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
57. r of outputs Output return loss gt 45dB to 5MHz Output Isolation gt 48dB to SMHz Composite Video Output Nominal Signal Level 1V p p 5 DC Offset 50mV 0 to 300ft Signal Standards Accepted NTSC PAL Output Equalization 8 2 e Specifications DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A 8016A PAL 19 6us Minimum 8016A X NTSC 1 line 22 9us Delay in 8016A X PAL 19 6us Line Frame 8016A S NTSC 20us Delay Mode 8016A S PAL 19 6us 8016A SX NTSC 1 line 22 9us 8016A SX PAL 19 6us a Total 6 8W Consumption DAC 8016A up to 2 video lines DAC 8016A S up to 2 video fields Pulse Minimum Pulse Widt us Maximum Pulse Width 1 frame 10us Specifications are subject to change without notification DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Specifications e 8 3 8 4 e Specifications DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A 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 DAC 8016A the 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
58. rrow in Figure 13 indicates a chip and socket with keys aligned Gently and firmly press the chip into the socket Perform the Confirm Frame Synchronizer Upgrade section in this chapter Refer to the relevant chapters in this user manual for information on the operation of the full frame synchronizer Software or Firmware Upgrade This procedure applies to any software or firmware upgrade or even downgrade you perform on the DAC 8016A If you are upgrading multiple cards repeat this procedure for each card to be upgraded 1 10 With the card out of the frame refer to Figure 12 and the card labeling to locate the AVR Option socket U45 If the socket is occupied complete the Chip Removal procedure Carefully remove the new chip from the packaging Align the new chip over the socket with the keyed sides together and the legs over the socket holes The arrow in Figure 13 indicates a chip and socket with keys aligned Gently and firmly press the chip into the socket Reinsert the card in the frame Press the Bootload button and wait for the upgrade to complete The Error LED will flash while the upgrade is loading Firmware upgrades take approximately 90 seconds to complete Complete the Confirm Software or Firmware Upgrade procedure Remove the card from the frame and complete the Chip Removal procedure If your card had the Frame Synchronizer upgrade installed you will have to reinstall that chip using the Frame Synchroni
59. s enabled in NTSC only When the NTSC reference has minimal subcarrier H sync phase errors color subcarrier provides a more stable lock than H sync When ON the card will lock to the color subcarrier from the reference signal When OFF the card will lock to the H sync of the reference signal Use the following steps to set the both the H Delay and V Delay values to 0 zero 1 Select Bank C and rotate Function Select to position 7 2 Toggle Mode Select up to enable Subcarrier Lock Mode Toggle Mode Select down to disable Subcarrier Lock Mode E SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default SC LOCK ON NTSC o on OFF PAL DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks e 4 21 Bank C 8 Freeze Mode The input image can be frozen DAC 8016A S and SX only if any of the following conditions occur e The user selects Manual Freeze Forced Freeze Bank C Position 9 e There is a loss of input signal Input Loss Mode Bank C Position A e A hotswitch occurs Hotswitch Mode Bank C Position B The Freeze Mode function allows you to set the type of freeze that occurs Field 1 Field 2 or Full Frame Use the following steps to set the freeze mode 1 Select Bank C and rotate Function Select to position 8 2 Select the desired mode according to the table below e Toggle Mode Select up to advance up the list e Toggle Mode Select down to descend down the list Bank SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select
60. ssary 4 18 e Using Banks DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Bank C 1 Timing Mode Procedure Use the following steps to set the timing mode 1 Select Bank C and rotate Function Select to position 1 2 Select the desired timing mode according to the following table e Toggle Mode Select up to advance up the list e Toggle Mode Select down to descend down the list Eni SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Bem Frame Sync TIME MODE amp Fld Chk Frame Sync Frame Delay Line Sync Line Delay Indicates DAC 8016A S or SX models only Bank C 2 H Delay Use the following steps to adjust the output s H Delay 1 Select Bank C and rotate Function Select to position 2 2 Increase or decrease the H Delay as required e Toggle Mode Select up to increase H Delay by half a pixel one 27MHz clock period with each toggle e Hold Mode Select up to increase H Delay continuously e Toggle Mode Select down to decrease H Delay by half a pixel one 27MHz clock period with each toggle Hold Mode Select down to decrease H Delay continuously Bei SW1 Function Select SW2 Mode Select Heads Up Display Label Default Increase H DELAY HHHH Decrease Please note the following important points regarding H Delay e Ifyou cross over the maximum H Delay the value returns to 0 zero and the V Delay value increments by 1 e Crossing the minimum delay returns the H Delay value to 1715 NTSC or
61. synchronizer tracking delay pulse and microprocessor is contained on a single DA sized card Additional daughter cards are not required The DAC 8016A s 10 bit encoding process provides excellent performance with all types of picture sources In order to achieve the highest level of precision all signal processing and encoding is performed entirely in the digital domain To make configuration simple and easy the DAC 8016A offers a Heads Up Display mode for most board level adjustments This display is especially convenient during setup and for programming several DAC 8016A cards with identical configurations With the display enabled the parameter currently being adjusted has its value super imposed over all outputs As an alternative to the Heads up Display the board s Comlink Terminal Display allows you to view all settings simultaneously on any PC running VT 100 terminal emulation The only requirement is a connection between the PC s serial port and the DAC 8016A s Comlink connector This feature is especially convenient for making adjustments while the card s output is on air The DAC 8016A encoders are part of a full line of RossGear digital distribution products engineered to satisfy the highest quality broadcast standards and the most demanding requirements of your facility 1 2 e Introduction DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Functional Block Diagram SDI OUT RECLOCKED SDI SIGNAL SDI OUT OR
62. ut Relevant format menu selections will be affected accordingly e Always check to see that the Input OK LED is lit If not check that the inputs are valid If a reference is used check that the reference is valid and that the reference standard matches the input standard e Before making adjustments choose the method that you wish to use Three methods are available 1 No display Adjustments are made using the Function Select and Mode Select switches without the assistance of the Heads Up Display or the Comlink Display Results should be confirmed with test equipment suitable for measuring the parameter being adjusted such as a waveform monitor or vector scope 2 Heads Up Display Adjustments are made using Function Select and Mode Select switches in conjunction with the Heads Up Display Ensure that the Heads Up Display is enabled Bank A Position 1 Note that the display is superimposed over all DAC 8016A video outputs 3 Terminal Display Adjustments are made using Function Select and Mode Select switches in conjunction with the Comlink Display Ensure that the Comlink port is properly connected to a PC Refer to Chapter 6 Comlink for instructions Note Both the Heads Up Display and the Comlink Display can be used simultaneously Operating Conventions For Function Tables The following rules apply to the function tables that are used throughout this section e The label instructs you to toggle the Mode S
63. vailable on all models of the DAC 8016A Line Delay All Models Line Delay mode uses the input signal to generate the output timing In other words it provides a constant delay between the input and the output The external reference is not used in any way other than for color framing This is useful in applications where a constant delay through the card is required The disadvantage is that the output is sensitive to sudden changes in input timing i e switching input sources Switching between two sources that aren t perfectly timed results in a visible disruption on the screen The delay through the card has a minimum value as described in Chapter 8 Specifications Output timing can be adjusted from this minimum delay up to an additional two lines in sub pixel increments DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Using Banks e 4 15 Line Sync All Models Line Sync mode uses the external reference to generate the output timing on a line by line basis but uses the digital input signal timing to decide when a frame begins Whenever an SDI signal is received the output timing generator waits for the next falling edge of H Sync on the external reference before displaying the incoming line The advantage of this mode is that as long as all input sources are timed to be within one line of each other the output timing stays constant regardless of which input is selected with no visible disruption on the screen This is very useful in
64. xplained in the next section Bank A Function Table Table 3 Function Select Bank A Function Table A Bank Select B E C Heads Up Display h o HEADS UP Heads Up Display On Screen Label and Value SW2 Mode Select Options BANK k oo Z VAN CA TNEIIEM 4 Enabled CROSS CLR Cross Color Filter i Disabled Ramp Test Pattern A A Bars A A e m ON OFF Disabled A A SES VO O 7 us 0 Decrease Decrease 0 Decrease Hu Decrease 0 Decrease AA AS AA h Reset All DEFAULT ALL RST h Reset Proc Amp PROC RST h Unlocked UNLOCKED Note Functions stored in memory always power up in the last known state All other items powe default state Factory Defaults ACCESS Indicates Proc Amp controls that are affected by position E Factory Defaults function Locking Switch Access shuts off the Heads up Display Unlocking will not restore the display if it was previously enabled This must be performed manually On is default for X or SX models All other models have this item defaulted to OFF Stored in memory ME O Es xy O x mi 100 00 o d les o J tri Q 100 N A LOCKED r up in their DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Bank B Function Table Table 4 Function Select Bank B Function Table SW1 Function Select Heads Up Display On Screen Label and Default Value Value SW2 Mod
65. zer Upgrade procedure above 7 4 e Frame Synchronizer Upgrade DAC 8016A User Manual Iss 03A Confirm Upgrade Depending whether you upgraded to the Frame Synchronizer option or upgraded the card software or firmware use the relevant upgrade confirm procedure below Confirm Frame Synchronizer Upgrade With the card installed in the frame and powered up 1 SY oue eS Rotate Function Select to the 0 position toggle Mode Select to Bank A and rotate Function Select to position F Hold Mode Select down for one second to unlock switch access The ACCESS LED is on Rotate Function Select to position 1 Hold Mode Select up for one second to enable the Heads Up display Rotate Function Select to position 0 Toggle Mode Select down to position C Hold Mode Select down for several seconds to display the card model installed On the Heads Up display DAC 8016A S or SX is displayed indicating that the upgrade was successful If you are upgrading multiple cards repeat the relevant upgrade procedures as necessary Confirm Software or Firmware Upgrade With the card installed in the frame and powered up 1 Qv MI E Rotate Function Select to the 0 position toggle Mode Select to Bank A and rotate Function Select to position F Hold Mode Select down for one second to unlock switch access The ACCESS LED is on Rotate Function Select to position 1 Hold Mode Select up for one second to enable the Heads Up displ

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