DMX-8259 User Manual
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1. Analog Source Channel B Source Menu Descriptions This section briefly summarizes the menu parameters available in the card edge display of the DMX 8259 0 Home GICI G4C4 GICI G4C4 Group 1 Channel 1 to Group 4 Channel 4 Group 1 Channel 1 to Group 4 Channel 4 This read only menu displays the product name and the slot the card is installed in the frame 1 Factory Defaults This function enables you to return all controls to their factory default values 4 12 Menus DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Use the following procedure to reset the card parameters to factory default values using the card edge controls 1 Rotate SW2 to 1 The Four Character Display displays Fact Def 2 Toggle SW3 down and hold for 3 seconds 3 Release SW3 This completes the procedure to reset the card parameters to factory default values 2 Reference Source This menu enables you to select where the card will look for a reference The choices are Frame Reference 1 Fr 1 Frame Reference 2 Fr 2 and Video Vid Refer to the section Reference Compatibility on page 3 5 for a list of support reference formats 3 Loss of Input Use this menu to select what type of video displays at the system s outputs when the input video signal is lost or invalid 4 Test Pattern This menu enables you to specify the type of test pattern to output Note that this setting is not retained on po2. 1 Delay This option enables you to adjust the delay of the audio channel If you have enabled the Delay Lock feature changing the delay value for one channel automatically changes the value for the other channel 2 Gain This option allows you to adjust the gain by 20dB in 1dB increments If you have enabled the Gain Lock feature changing the gain value for one channel automatically changes the value for the other channel Note that when using a DMX 8259 C you can adjust the gain by 10dB 3 Invert This option enables you to invert the polarity of the audio signal for the selected channel Minimum Delay Overview The line buffer stores incoming video in relation to the incoming video clock timing The video data is then read out in relation to the reference timing This allows the input video to be switched between sources that may not be perfectly timed without timing glitches Video source timing must remain within the buffer window to properly switch between sources Table 3 3 provides information on the buffer window available depending on how the Minimum Delay feature is configured in DashBoard Table 3 3 Minimum Delay If the option is Format Minimum Delay Maximum Delay 1 4 line 1 2 line 1 4 line 1 2 line 1 64 line 1 32 line 1 32 line 1 16 line Disabled Enabled De embedding Non PCM Signals Note When de embedding non PCM signals channel pairs must be kept together
3. Cr slider Sets the Cr component of the Loss of Input Custom video signal Cb slider Sets the Cb component of the Loss of Input Custom video signal Test Pattern None Disables the test pattern feature 100 Color Bars Frequency Sweep Black Blue Matrix Pathological Luma Ramp Y C Ramp 75 SMPTE Bars Specifies the type of test pattern to output SD Audio 20 Bit Embeds 20bit audio 24 Bit Embeds 24bit audio Auto Embeds 20 24bit audio depending on the source and number of bits Silence Threshold dB 96 to 0 Audio below the specified threshold value is considered silent Silence Timeout sec DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 1 to 60 Audio silent for longer than the specified value raises an alarm Menus 4 5 Menu Title Table 4 2 Setup Menu Items Analog Output Input De Emphasis Parameters Description Analog de emphasis is always disabled On Analog de emphasis is always enabled Auto Analog de emphasis is enabled depending on the channel status emphasis bits Edit Permission Unlocked All menu options are unlocked and can be edited Locked All menu items except this one are locked and read only All Audio Reset Resets the parameters in the Embedded Audio Outputs tab to factory defaults Factory Defaults Reset a This setting is not retained on
4. is a trademark of Ross Video Limited Dolby is a registered trademark of Dolby Laboratories All other product names and any registered and unregistered trademarks mentioned in this guide are used for identification purposes only and remain the exclusive property of their respective owners Important Regulatory and Safety Notices Before using this product and any associated equipment refer to the Important Safety Instructions listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage Products may require specific equipment and or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements Notices have been included in this publication to call attention to these specific requirements Symbol Meanings This symbol on the equipment refers you to important operating and maintenance servicing instructions within the Product Manual Documentation Failure to heed this information may present a major risk of damage or injury to persons or equipment Warning The symbol with the word Warning within the equipment manual indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Caution The symbol with the word Caution within the equipment manual indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practice
5. Use the following procedure to configure the DMX 8259 A to de embed non PCM signals 1 Launch DashBoard on your computer and display the Device View for the DMX 8259 A you wish to configure 2 Select the AES Outputs tab for the output channel you wish to configure 3 Set the Channel Gain to 0 4 Clear the applicable Ch Invert checkbox to disable inverting on the channel This completes the procedure for configuring the DMX 8259 A to de embed non PCM signals 3 6 User Controls DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Menus In This Chapter This chapter provides a summary of the menus available for the DMX 8259 The following topics are discussed e SNMP Monitoring and Control e DashBoard Menus for the DMX 8259 e Card edge Menu System DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Menus 4 1 SNMP Monitoring and Control The Network Controller Card in the DFR 8300 series frame can provide optional support for remote monitoring of your frame and the using Simple Network Management Protocol SNMP which is compatible with many third party monitoring and control tools Refer to your DMX 8259 Management Information Base MIB file for a breakdown of SNMP controls on this card Refer to the DFR 8300 Series User Manual and the MFC 8300 Series User Manual for additional information on SNMP Monitoring and Control 4 2 Menus DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 DashBoard Menus for the DMX 8259 This section briefly summarizes the menus items and paramete
6. Module R1A 8259 Each card occupies one slot and provides one SDI input one SDI output and eight AES unbalanced outputs at 75ohm Figure 2 2 e 8320AR 030 Full Rear Module R2A 8259 Each card occupies two slots and provides one SDI input one SDI output and eight AES unbalanced outputs at 75ohm Figure 2 2 SDI In SDI Out AES 1 Out AES 2 Out AES 3 Out AES 4 Out AES 5 Out AES 6 Out AES 7 Out AES 8 Out Figure 2 2 Cable Connections for the DMX 8259 A DMX 8259 4C Cabling Overview The DMX 8259 4C is used with the following Rear Modules e 8310AR 034 Rear Module R1C 8259 Each card occupies one slot and provides one SDI Input one SDI output and four analog outputs Figure 2 3 e 8320AR 034 Rear Module R2C 8259 Each card occupies two slots and provides one SDI Input one SDI output and four analog outputs Figure 2 3 DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Installation 2 5 SDI In SDI Out ANLG 1 Out Not Used o 1 ANLG 2 Out Not Used Oo js ANLG 3 Out Not Used o 5 ANLG 4 Out Not Used o 7 Figure 2 3 Cable Connections for the DMX 8259 4C DMX 8259 8C Cabling Overview The DMX 8259 8C is used with the following Rear Modules e 8310AR 034 Rear Module R1C 8259 Each card occupies one slot and provides one SDI Input one SDI output and eight analog outputs Figure 2 4 e 8320AR 034 Rear Module R2C 8259 Each card occupies one slot and provides one SDI Input one SDI ou
7. The reboot process takes up to 30 seconds Note The communications processor of the DMX 8259 requires approximately 30 seconds to re start and re establish network communications e The DMX 8259 automatically saves all your settings before starting the reboot process The status of all the cards in the frame are grayed out until the reboot process is complete This completes the procedure to upload software to the DMX 8259 2 8 Installation DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 User Controls In This Chapter This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on the DMX 8259 The following topics are discussed e Card Overview e Control and Monitoring Features Reference Compatibility Operation Notes DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 User Controls 3 1 Card Overview This section provides a general overview of the DMX 8259 components For information on the LEDs available on the card edge refer to the section Control and Monitoring Features on page 3 3 Figure 3 1 DMX 8259 Card edge Components 1 Function Select Switch SW2 2 Mode Select Switch SW3 3 Bootload Button SW1 1 Function Select Switch SW2 Use SW2 to select general operation functions and menu items and works in conjunction with the Mode Select Switch SW3 2 Mode Select Switch SW3 Use SW3 to enable disable and select specific configurations within the operational function modes menu selec
8. based on the AES source selected When Menu B is set to AESI the default value of Menu C is GICI When Menu B is set to AES2 the default value of Menu C is G1C3 When Menu B is set to AES3 the default value of Menu C is G2C1 When Menu B is set to AES4 the default value of Menu C is G2C3 When Menu B is set to AESS the default value of Menu C is G3C1 When Menu B is set to AES6 the default value of Menu C is G3C3 When Menu B is set to AEST the default value of Menu C is G4C1 When Menu B is set to AES8 the default value of Menu C is G4C3 The following are the DMX 8259 C default values based on the analog channel source selected When Menu B is set to 1 the default value of Menu C is GICI When Menu B is set to 2 the default value of Menu C is G1C2 When Menu B is set to 3 the default value of Menu C is G1C3 When Menu B is set to 4 the default value of Menu C is G1C4 When Menu B is set to 5 the default value of Menu C is G2C1 DMX 8259 8C only When Menu B is set to 6 the default value of Menu C is G2C2 DMX 8259 8C only When Menu B is set to 7 the default value of Menu C is G2C3 DMX 8259 8C only When Menu B is set to 8 the default value of Menu C is G2C4 DMX 8259 8C only D Channel B Source DMX 8259 A only Use Menu D to select the Channel B source for a specific AES output This menu is used in conjunction with Menu B AES Select The following are the default values based on the
9. power down Input Status Menus Menu Title Video Input amp Embed Embedded Audio Group Channel 4 6 Menus Resets all parameters to factory defaults Table 4 3 summarizes the Input Status Menu options available in DashBoard for the DMX 8259 Table 4 3 Input Status Menu Items Input Format Read only Parameters Description Displays the format of the video input CRC Errors Read only Displays the count of the CRC errors on the video input This 14bit counter is reset on loss of video or by user request The counter is non latching and will roll over from maximum count to zero For SD formats it displays both active picture and full frame errors For HD formats it displays the total count of errors Error Count Channel Read only PCM No Input PCM Silent Non PCM Async Mixed Resets the CRC Errors field Displays the status of the Channel A input Word Length Read only fbit Displays the number of audio bits DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 AES Outputs 1 8 Menus Table 4 4 summarizes the AES Outputs 1 4 and AES Outputs 5 8 Menus options available in DashBoard for the DMX 8259 A Menu Title Table 4 4 AES Outputs Menu Items AES Parameters Description Mute Group Ch Ch A Source Selects the source of the AES output Hz kHz Ch B Status Sam
10. 1997 along with amendments A1 2000 and A2 2002 and found to comply with the limits for a Class A Digital device Notice This is a Class A product In domestic environments this product may A cause radio interference in which case the user may have to take adequate measures Maintenance User Serviceable Parts Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required This product contains no user serviceable parts If the module does not appear to be working properly please contact Technical Support using the numbers listed under the Contact Us section on the last page of this manual All openGear products are covered by a generous 5 year warranty and will be repaired without charge for materials or labor within this period See the Warranty and Repair Policy section in this manual for details Environmental Information The equipment that you purchased required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment To avoid the potential release of those substances into the environment and to diminish the need for the extraction of natural resources Ross Video encourages you to use the appropriate take back systems These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials from your end of life equipment in an environmentally friendly and health conscious manner The crossed out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use these sy
11. AES selected When Menu B is set to AESI the default value of Menu D is GIC2 When Menu B is set to AES2 the default value of Menu D is GICA When Menu B is set to AES3 the default value of Menu D is G2C2 When Menu B is set to AES4 the default value of Menu D is G2C4 When Menu B is set to AESS the default value of Menu D is G3C2 When Menu B is set to AES the default value of Menu D is G3C4 When Menu B is set to AES7 the default value of Menu D is G4C2 When Menu B is set to AESS the default value of Menu D is G4C4 4 14 Menus DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Specifications In This Chapter This chapter provides technical specification details on the DMX 8259 Note that Technical Specifications are subject to change without notice The following topics are discussed e DMX 8259 A Technical Specifications e DMX 8259 C Technical Specifications e Channel Status Data Table DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Specifications 5 1 DMX 8259 A Technical Specifications This section includes the technical specifications for the DMX 8259 A Operating Range 5 C to 40 C ambient Power Total Power Consumption TW 5 2 Specifications Table 5 1 DMX 8259 A Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Number of Inputs 1 HD SDI input SDI Data Rates and SMPTE Standards Accommodated SMPTE 292M SMPTE 259M Impedance 75ohm Return Loss gt 15dB to 1 5GHz Equalizati
12. Board Control System Performing Software Upgrades DashBoard enables you to upload software updates to the DMX 8259 Use the following procedure to upload software to the DMX 8259 1 Contact Ross Technical Support for the latest software version file 2 In DashBoard display the Device tab of the DMX 8259 by double clicking its status indicator in the Basic Tree View From the Device tab click Upload to display the Select File for upload dialog box 4 Navigate to the bin upload file you wish to upload DashBoard automatically selects the last directory that you loaded from 5 Click Open to display a confirmation dialog box This dialog box displays the selected upload file name type size and the file creation date 6 From the Confirmation dialog box select one of the following Cancel Select this option to cancel the upload of the file and return to the Device View Continue Select this option to upload the file While uploading an Uploading Progress dialog box opens AN Important Clicking the Cancel button while uploading will leave the card in an invalid state Do not click Cancel unless the uploading progress has stopped completely for 60 seconds or more 7 Monitor the upgrade progress bar displayed in DashBoard while the software is upgraded on your DMX 8259 8 To complete the upgrade process you must reboot the card as follows From the Device tab click Reboot to reboot DMX 8259
13. Ea o oo PR ESSSSS 555 Ross Video Limited DMX 8259 A 4C 8C AES EBU Analog Audio De Multiplexer User Manual ROSS openhear Live Production Technology E DMX 8259 A 4C 8 e AES EBU Analog Audio De Multiplexer User Manual Copyright Patents Notice Trademarks Ross Part Number 8259DR 004 03 Release Date June 21 2010 Printed in Canada The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice or obligation 2010 Ross Video Limited All rights reserved Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Ross Video Limited Reproduction or reverse engineering of copyrighted software is prohibited This product is protected by the following US Patents 4 205 346 5 115 314 5 280 346 5 561 404 7 034 886 7 508 455 This product is protected by the following Canadian Patents 2039277 1237518 1127289 Other patents pending The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only It is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as commitment by Ross Video Limited Ross Video Limited assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual ROSS is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited e Ross ROSS and ROSS are registered trademarks of Ross Video Limited e openGear is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited e DashBoard Control System
14. Gain dB 10 to 10 Adjusts the gain of the audio channel Checkbox selected Inverts the audio signal of the channel Invert Checkbox unselected The audio signal is not inverted Output Reset a The default value is 0 Embedded Outputs Menus Resets the parameters for the selected input to the default values Table 4 6 summarizes the Embedded Outputs Menu options available in DashBoard Table 4 6 Embedded Outputs Menu Items Menu Title Parameters Checkbox selected Enable Checkbox unselected Description Determines if the group is inserted in the output or not Mute Ch Source Group Ch kHz Tone Configures the Primary Source that is inserted in to the embedded group if present Group Reset Resets the specific group sources to the default values All Groups Reset 4 8 Menus Resets all groups to the default values DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Alarm Enables Menus Menu Title Video Input amp Reference Alarm Hardware Embedded Input Audio Group AES Outputs AES DMX 8259 A Table 4 7 summarizes the Alarm Enables Menu options available in DashBoard for the DMX 8259 Table 4 7 Alarms Menu Items No Input Parameters Checkbox selected Description Signal Status field reports loss of input Checkbox unselected Disables the alarm Invalid Input Checkbox selected Input Format field r
15. M Impedance 75ohm Return Loss gt 15dB to 1 5GHz Signal Level 800mV 10 DC Offset lt 50mV Rise and Fall Time 20 80 600ps typical SD rates 120ps typical HD rates Overshoot lt 10 Minimum Video Delay HD 2 2us SD 7us Connector Type Number of Outputs BNC DMX 8259 4C 4 outputs DMX 8259 8C 8 outputs Maximum Output Level 27dBu Frequency Response 0 07dB 22Hz to 20Hz Fs 48kHz Signal to Noise Ratio 90dB THD gt 76dB Amplitude Linearity lt 0 5dB 100dBFS Crosstalk lt 80dB 20Hz to 20kHz Operating Range 5 C to 40 C ambient Total Power Consumption DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 DMX 8259 4C 8W DMX 8259 8C 9W Specifications 5 3 Channel Status Data Table The following table shows the channel status bit information that is used for all output audio Table 5 3 Channel Status Data Function Transmitted Professional or Consumer use of Channel Status Block Normal Audio or Non Audio Mode Normal Audio 0 Emphasis No Emphasis 100 Lock Indication Locked 0 Sampling Rate 48kHz 01 Channel Mode 2 channel stereo 0001 User Bit Mode 192 bit 0001 Professional 1 Auxiliary Bit Usage 20 bit audio sample Aux bits undefined 000 Sample Word Length 20 or 24 bits 101 Alignment Level Not Indicated 00 Multi channel Modes Undefined 0 D
16. S 1 OK Group 1 on the video input When lit this LED indicates the presence of the embedded audio AES 2 OK Group 2 on the video input When lit this LED indicates the presence of the embedded audio AES 3 OK Group 3 on the video input When lit this LED indicates the presence of the embedded audio RES TUR Group 4 on the video input AES 5 OK This LED is not implemented AES 6 OK This LED is not implemented AES 7 OK This LED is not implemented AES 8 OK This LED is not implemented 3 4 User Controls DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Reference Compatibility It is important to remember that if you are using Frame 1 or Frame 2 as the reference the input video frame rate must match the reference frame rate Frame Rate Compatibility Refer to Table 3 2 for frame rate compatibility Table 3 2 Compatible Video Formats Output Reference 480i 59 94 720p 59 94 1080i 59 94 480i 59 94 Y v Y 720p 59 94 v v v 1080i 59 94 v v v 576i 50 1080i 50 720p 50 576i 50 720p 50 1080i 50 DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 User Controls 3 5 Operation Notes This section provides brief notes when operating the DMX 8259 Audio Proc Amp Controls The DMX 8259 includes Processing Amplifiers Proc Amps for the audio outputs on the card Note that these features are not available when using the card edge controls Proc Amp adjustments are applied in the following order
17. X 8259 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 DM X 8259 please contact us at the numbers listed on the back cover of this manual Our technical support staff is always available for consultation training or service DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Introduction 1 1 Overview The DMX 8259 AES EBU Analog Audio De Multiplexer is a high quality program audio de multiplexer Various configuration options including internally generated patterns and tones are available for audio and video output scenarios should a loss of input occur DMX 8259 A Overview The DMX 8259 A AES EBU Audio De Multiplexer is capable of de embedding up to 8 AES EBU pairs 16 audio channels from an HD SD SDI signal Audio proc control on each channel allows for audio processing with gain of 20dB audio delay up to second and channel invert The DMX 8259 A supports full channel assignment to the discrete outputs DMX 8259 C Overview The DMX 8259 C Analog Audio De Multiplexer is capable of de embedding up to either four or eight analog audio channels from an HD SD SDI signal with one multi rate SDI input DMX 8259 4C and DMX 8259 8C respectively The DMX 8259 C includes audio proc control on each channel that allows for audio proces
18. ames The 8310AR 034 Rear Module R1C 8259 is required The DMX 8259 8C is not compatible with the DFR 8310 BNC frame e DFR 8321 series frames The 8320AR 034 Rear Module R2C 8259 is required Installing a Rear Module If the Rear Module is already installed proceed to the section Installing the DMX 8259 on page 2 4 Use the following procedure to install a Rear Module in your DFR 8300 series frame 1 Locate the card frame slots on the rear of the frame 2 Remove the Blank Plate from the slot you have chosen for the DMX 8259 installation If there is no Blank Plate installed proceed to the next step 3 Install the bottom of the Rear Module in the Module Seating Slot at the base of the frame s back plane Figure 2 1 DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Installation 2 3 Screw Hole Module Seating Slot Figure 2 1 Rear Module Installation in a DFR 8310 Series Frame DMX 8259 not shown 4 Align the top hole of the Rear Module with the screw on the top edge of the frame back plane 5 Using a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screw fasten the Rear Module to the back plane of the frame Do not over tighten 6 Ensure proper frame cooling and ventilation by having all rear frame slots covered with Rear Modules or Blank Plates This completes the procedure for installing a Rear Module in your DFR 8300 series frame Installing the DMX 8259 This section outlines how to install the DMX 8259 in a DFR 8300 ser
19. deo format Reference Format Indicates the reference video format Output Format Indicates the output video format Embedded Audio Status Group PCM No Input PCM Silent Non PCM Async Mixed a This field is not available when using an DMX 8259 A b This parameter indicates that there are more than 3 groups of 24bit SD embedded audio sources c Referto the section Reference Compatibility on page 3 5 for a complete list of supported formats 4 4 Menus Indicates the presence of output DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Setup Menus Menu Title Table 4 2 summarizes the Setup Menu options available in DashBoard for the DMX 8259 Table 4 2 Setup Menu Items Reference Parameters Frame 1 Frame 2 Video Description Selects the reference source Minimum Delay Checkbox selected Provides the shortest video delay through the card When using SD the delay is 7us When using HD the delay is 1 5us Checkbox unselected The total video delay through the card will be the values above plus half a video line Loss of Input Black Blue Configures the output in the event of a loss of video input Custom Sets the output to a custom color in the event of a loss of video input Use the Y Cr and Cb sliders to configure the color Y slider Sets the luminance component of the Loss of Input Custom video signal
20. e as above Ch A Delay ms 0 to 1000 Adjusts the delay of the audio channel Ch B Delay ms Same as above Locks the Delay slider of both channels Checkbox selected together Ifthe values for the two channels Delay Lock are different that change is maintained when the channels are locked Checkbox unselected The Delay slider is unlocked Ch A Gain dB 20 to 202 Adjusts the gain of the audio channel Ch B Gain dB Same as above Locks the Gain slider of both channels Checkbox selected together If the values for the two channels Gain Lock are different that change is maintained when the channels are locked Checkbox unselected The Gain slider is unlocked Checkbox selected Inverts the audio signal of the channel Ch A Invert Checkbox unselected The audio signal is not inverted Ch B Invert Same as above Resets the parameters for the selected iipit Beset output to the default values Outputs 4 4 Reset Resets the indicated output parameters to a The default value is 0 DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 the default values Menus 4 7 Analog Outputs Menus Table 4 5 summarizes the Analog Outputs Menu options available in DashBoard for the DMX 8259 4C and DMX 8259 8C Table 4 5 Analog Outputs Menu Items Menu Title Parameters Mute Group Channel Source Hz kHz Description Selects the source of the analog output Delay ms 0 to 1000 Output Adjusts the delay of the audio channel
21. eckbox selected Disables the alarm Audio Status field reports when the source is not detected Checkbox unselected Disables the alarm Source Async DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Checkbox selected Audio Status field reports when the selected output source is asynchronous to the input video Checkbox unselected Disables the alarm Menus 4 9 Menu Title Analog Outputs Output DMX 8259 C Embedded Outputs Group 4 10 Menus Source Missing Parameters Checkbox selected Table 4 7 Alarms Menu Items Description Audio Status field reports when the selected output is not present or is silent Checkbox unselected Disables the alarm Source Async Source Missing Checkbox selected Audio Status field reports when the selected output is asynchronous to the input video Checkbox unselected Checkbox selected Disables the alarm Embedded Audio Status field reports when the selected source is not present or is silent Checkbox unselected Disables the alarm Source Async Checkbox selected Embedded Audio Status field reports when the selected source is asynchronous to the input video Checkbox unselected Disables the alarm SD 24Bit Checkbox selected Audio Status field reports when the selected configuration would embed 4 groups of 24bit audio in an SD output Group 4 is down sampled to 20bit audio Checkbox uns
22. elected Disables the alarm All Alarms Set Enables all alarms All Alarms Clear Disables all alarms DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Card edge Menu System This section summarizes the Card edge Menu system of the DMX 8259 and how to navigate the menus and options using the SW2 and SW3 switches on the DMX 8259 card edge A list of the available menus and parameters is provided in Table 4 8 Navigation Use the following procedure to navigate the card edge menus of the DMX 8259 1 Rotate SW2 to the required menu 2 Toggle SW3 to select the required parameter This completes the procedure for navigating the card edge menus of the DMX 8259 Note Do not power down the card before ensuring that all edited parameters are saved Saving edited parameters can take up to 10 seconds Card edge Menus Table 4 8 lists all the menus and menu items available using the card edge controls To activate some of these parameters it may be necessary to toggle SW3 in either direction or it may require that SW3 be held in either direction for a few seconds Default values are indicated with an asterisk Refer to the section Menu Descriptions on page 4 12 for a brief summary of the menus available on the card edge Table 4 8 Card edge Menus and Items Card Edge Menu Label DMX 8259 X slot Fact Def Ref Src Test Patt DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Menu Name Home Factory Defa
23. ended to be customer serviced and should be returned to the factory for repair To reduce the risk of fire replacement fuses must be the same time and rating Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer gt EMC Notices United States of America FCC Part 15 This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A Digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense T Notice Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by Ross Video Limited could void the user s authority to operate this equipment CANADA This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appariel numerique de la classe A est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada EUROPE This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of CE Directive 93 68 EEC INTERNATIONAL This equipment has been tested to CISPR 22
24. eports when the input video is a format that is not accepted Checkbox unselected Disables the alarm Incompatible Input Checkbox selected Input Format field reports when the frame rate is not the same as the reference input Checkbox unselected Disables the alarm Non Sync Input Checkbox selected Signal Status field reports if the video input is asynchronous to the reference Checkbox unselected Disables the alarm No Reference Checkbox selected Reference Status field reports loss of input conditions Checkbox unselected Disables the alarm Invalid Reference Incompat Rear Module Checkbox selected Reference Format field reports when the reference is a format that is not acceptable Checkbox unselected Checkbox selected Disables the alarm HW Status field reports when the rear module is not compatible with the card Checkbox unselected Disables the alarm Incompat Daughter Card Group not present Checkbox selected HW Status field reports when the daughter card is not compatible with the board Checkbox unselected Checkbox selected Disables the alarm Signal Status field reports when a group is not present on the input Checkbox unselected Disables the alarm Channel Silent Source Missing Checkbox selected Signal Status field reports when the specified channel is detected as silent Checkbox unselected Ch
25. ies frame If the DMX 8259 is to be installed in any compatible frame other than a Ross Video product refer to the frame manufacturer s manual for specific instructions Caution Do not populate Slot 10 in the DFR 8310 series frame with an A DMX 8259 C Attempting to populate Slot 10 may damage the MFC 8300 series Frame Controller card the DMX 8259 C or both Use the following procedure to install the DMX 8259 in a DFR 8300 series frame 1 Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure Installing a Rear Module on page 2 3 2 Hold the DMX 8259 by the edges and carefully align the card edges with the slots in the frame 3 Fully insert the card into the frame until the rear connection is properly seated in the Rear Module 4 Verify whether your Rear Module Label is self adhesive by checking the back of the label for a thin wax sheet You must remove the wax sheet before affixing the label 5 Affix the supplied Rear Module Label to the BNC area of the Rear Module This completes the procedure for installing the DMX 8259 in a DFR 8300 series frame 2 4 Installation DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Cabling for the DMX 8259 This section provides information for connecting cables to the installed Rear Modules on the DFR 8300 series frames Connect the input and output cables according to the following sections DMX 8259 A Cabling Overview The DMX 8259 A is used with the following Rear Modules e 8310AR 030 Rear
26. igital Audio Reference Signal Not a Reference 0 2 Reserved 0 3 6 Sampling Frequency Not Indicated 0000 7 Sampling Frequency Scaling Flag No Scaling 0 5 0 7 Reserved Unused 0 6 9 ASCII Source ID Unused 0 10 13 ASCII Destination ID Unused 0 14 17 Local Sample Address Unused 0 18 21 Time of Day Unused 0 Only the first 5 Status Bytes are marked as Reliable All other Status Bytes are marked as Unreliable 23 0 7 CRC Calculated CRC 22 0 7 C data reliability Passing the Status Bytes The DMX 8259 replaces Channel Status Bytes according to Table 5 3 or passes Status Bytes through from input to output In order for the Channel Status Bytes on the incoming embedded stream to be re embedded the outgoing Data Word Length must match the specified word length in the Channel Status bits 5 4 Specifications DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections e Troubleshooting Checklist e Warranty and Repair Policy DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Service Information 6 1 Troubleshooting Checklist Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required In the event of problems with your DMX 8259 the following basic troubleshooting checklist may help identify the source of the problem If the frame still does not appear to be working properly after checking all possible causes please contact your openGear products distribu
27. incurred by the use of this product Implied warranties are expressly limited to the duration of this warranty This DMX 8259 User Manual provides all pertinent information for the safe installation and operation of your openGear Product Ross Video policy dictates that all repairs to the DMX 8259 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 DMX 8259 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 DMX 8259 If required a temporary replacement frame will be made available at a nominal charge Any shipping costs incurred will be the responsibility of you the customer All products shipped to you from Ross Video Limited will be shipped collect The Ross Video Technical Support Department will continue to provide advice on any product manufactured by Ross Video Limited beyond the warranty period without charge for the life of the equipment DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Service Informa
28. minal devices within openGear frames including all components and switches System and Video system refer to the mix of interconnected production and terminal equipment in your environment 525 line mode refers to broadcast situations using NTSC composite analog signal reference inputs 625 line mode refers to broadcast situations using PAL B composite analog signal reference inputs PAL refers to PAL B or PAL G unless otherwise stated The Operating Tips and Note boxes are used throughout this manual to provide additional user information DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Installation In This Chapter This chapter provides instructions for installing the Rear Module s for the DMX 8259 installing the card into the frame cabling details and updating the card software The following topics are discussed Before You Begin Installing the DMX 8259 e Cabling for the DMX 8259 Software Upgrades for the DMX 8259 DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Installation 2 1 Before You Begin Before proceeding with the instructions in this chapter ensure that your DFR 8300 series frame is properly installed according to the instructions in the DFR 8300 Series User Manual Static Discharge Throughout this chapter please heed the following cautionary note A ESD Susceptibility Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive semiconductor devices Avoid handling circuit b
29. nce the last reboot of the card Configuration Bank Signal Read only Signal Status DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 OK Invalid Format Incompatible Non Sync Video Group Not Present Group Channel Silent Storage count Indicates when the card is functioning normally or if anomalies are detected Menus 4 3 Tab Title Audio Status Reference Status Signal Read only Table 4 1 Status Tab Items Parameters OK Source Missing Source Async PCM Silent Group 4 reduced to 20bit No Ref Video Description Indicates the status of the audio source Indicates that a valid reference source is present The following conditions are occurring Card reference is set to Frame 1 or Frame 2 A valid reference signal is not present Card has gone to Video Timing Mode No Ref Free Run The following conditions are occurring Card reference is set to Frame 1 or Frame 2 A valid reference signal is not present A valid video signal is not present Card has gone to Free Run Mode Invalid Format Video Card has detected an invalid reference format and has switched to Video Timing Mode Invalid Format Free Run The following conditions are occurring Card has detected an invalid reference format nput video is missing or invalid Card has switched to Free Run Mode Input Format Indicates the input vi
30. ne the workflow of the DMX 8259 SDI Video In BNC 1 SDI Receiver SDI Transmitter 16 Channel DMX 16 CHANNELS 16 CHANNELS Audio Proc amp Tone Generator Up to 16 CHANNELS Figure 1 1 DMX 8259 A Simplified Block Diagram SDI Video In BNC 1 SDI Receiver Test SDI Pattern Transmitter 16 Channel DMX 16 CHANNELS 16 CHANNELS Audio Proc Tone Generator Up to 16 CHANNELS 40R8 CHANNELS OR Figure 1 2 DMX 8259 C Simplified Block Diagram SDI Video Out BNC 2 DMX 8259 A AES Outputs 00 00 SDI Video Out BNC 2 1 DMX 8259 4C 1 ANLG Outputs 1 DMX 8259 8C ANLG Outputs i DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Introduction 1 3 Documentation Terms and Conventions 1 4 Introduction The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manual Frame refers to DFR 8300 series frame that houses the DMX 8259 card as well as any openGear frames All references to the DFR 8300 series frame also includes all version of the 10 slot and 20 slot frames and any available options unless otherwise noted All references to the DMX 8259 also includes all versions unless otherwise indicated All references to the DMX 8259 C also includes the DM X 8259 4C and DM X 8259 8C unless otherwise noted Operator and User refer to the person who uses DM X 8259 Board and Card refer to openGear ter
31. nnt aaa 4 7 Analog Outputs Mens lana 4 8 Embedded Outputs MEenUus er enne enne 4 8 Alarm Enables Mentisi urhaip aerei o 4 9 Catd edge Men System rete rere iE Rare Yee nb e SUE ERR PEE Ru aee Ei 4 11 Navigation E uai Sa 4 11 Catd Cd oe Mentis eee e ore rn dn ERE DOR d EREE a 4 11 Men Desetriptlons e rec eret i epe eR erbe E er DERE E ORE EUER dene 4 12 Specifications 5 DMX 8259 A Technical Specifications essent 5 2 DMX 8259 C Technical Specifications nennen enne 5 3 Channel Status Data Table 2 ente tte rante HE Lista nb ee Ee ELE EDD ERREUR 5 4 Passing the Status Bytes ene Ea ES Eaa aai Eat 5 4 Service Information 6 Troubleshooting Checklist ner epe end eed 6 2 Bootload Buttons ceret epp tre rs ate BUE REIR ENTER OR EORR URN AF eR 6 2 Warranty and Repair Policy iei eie FERRE Leia 6 3 DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Introduction In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections e Overview Functional Block Diagrams Documentation Terms and Conventions A Word of Thanks Congratulations on choosing an openGear DMX 8259 AES EBU Analog Audio De Multiplexer Your DMX 8259 is part of a full line of Digital Products within the openGear Terminal Equipment family of products backed by Ross Video s experience in engineering and design expertise since 1974 You will be pleased at how easily your new DM
32. oards in high static environments such as carpeted areas and when synthetic fiber clothing is worn Always exercise proper grounding precautions when working on circuit boards and related equipment Unpacking Unpack each DMX 8259 you received from the shipping container and ensure that all items are included If any items are missing or damaged contact your sales representative or Ross Video directly 2 2 Installation DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Installing the DMX 8259 This section outlines how to install a Rear Module in a DFR 8300 series frame The same procedure applies regardless of the frame or card type However the specific Rear Module you need to install depends on your application and the frame you are using Rear Modules for the DMX 8259 A When installing the DMX 8259 A DFR 8310 series frames The 8310AR 030 Rear Module R1A 8259 is required The DMX 8259 A is also compatible with the DFR 8310 BNC frame with the cooling fan option installed DFR 8221 series frames The 8320AR 030 Rear Module R2A 8259 is required Rear Modules for the DMX 8259 4C When installing the DMX 8259 4C e DFR 8310 series frames The 8310AR 034 Rear Module R1C 8259 is required The DMX 8259 4C is not compatible with the DFR 8310 BNC frame DFR 8321 series frames The 8320AR 034 Rear Module R2C 8259 is required Rear Modules for the DMX 8259 8C When installing the DMX 8259 8C DFR 8310 series fr
33. on Automatic 305m 1000ft Belden 1694A cable SD rates 100m 300ft HD rates Connector Type Number of Outputs BNC 1 HD SDI output SDI Data Rates and SMPTE Standards Accommodated SMPTE 292M SMPTE 259M Impedance 75ohm Return Loss gt 15dB to 1 5GHz Signal Level 800mV 10 DC Offset lt 50mV Rise and Fall Time 20 80 600ps typical SD rates 120ps typical HD rates Overshoot Minimum Video Delay lt 10 HD 2 2us SD 7us Connector Type Number of Outputs BNC 8 AES 3id outputs AES Standards Accommodated AES 3id 2001 Impedance 75ohm Output Level 1V p p Sampling Rate 48kHz Connector Type BNC DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 DMX 8259 C Technical Specifications This section includes the technical specifications for the DMX 8259 4C and DMX 8259 8C Table 5 2 DMX 8259 4C and DMX 8259 8C Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Analog Audio Outputs Number of Inputs 1 HD SDI input SDI Data Rates and SMPTE Standards Accommodated SMPTE 292M SMPTE 259M Impedance 750hm Return Loss gt 15dB to 1 5GHz Equalization Automatic lt 305m 1000ft Belden 1694A cable SD rates lt 100m 300ft HD rates Connector Type Number of Outputs BNC 1 HD SDI output SDI Data Rates and SMPTE Standards Accommodated SMPTE 292M SMPTE 259
34. r Modules for the DMX 8259 8C sse eere 2 3 Installing a Rear Module nennen nennen 2 3 Installatig the DMX 82509 ncini i i dancer ala inen ee diee eese 2 4 Cabling for the DM X 8250 irn a a i eie rige Ute oe ME IgE E REN den 2 5 DMX 8259 A Cabling OVeErview i 2 5 DMX 8259 4C Cabling Overview erre eee eene 2 5 DMX 8259 8C Cabling Overview essere enne 2 6 Audio Cabling for the DMX 8259 C i 2 7 Software Upgrades for the DMX 8259 re eere enne nennen nennen 2 8 Performing Software Upgrades 2 8 User Controls 3 Card Overview serea aa intet dei ERU IO OIM Mte tot E dee 3 2 Control and Monitoring Features b HE EE HEU EH cabia ek 3 3 Status and Selection LEDs on the DMX 8259 3 3 Reference Compatibility 0 ge im RE ave EE ER RH ERR RED nt 3 5 Frame Rate Compatibility ii 3 5 Operation Notes 50er aaa 3 6 Audio Proc Amp ControlS enne enne enne 3 6 Minimum Delay Overview iei he RET EHE TENUERE ERE He RES 3 6 De embedding Non PCM Signals sse 3 6 DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Contents i ii e Contents Menus 4 SNMP Monitoring and Control ino ERI EROR RR eee 4 2 DashBoard Menus for the DMX 8259 i 4 3 Status Tabs alla lan Ria 4 3 Setup Mens Rana ear 4 5 Input Status Menus iui ia 4 6 AES Quiputs 1 5 Menus r
35. rs available from the DashBoard Control System for the DMX 8259 Parameters marked with an asterisk are the factory default values The DashBoard Control System enables you to monitor and control openGear frames and cards from a computer DashBoard communicates with other cards in the DFR 8300 series frame through the Network Controller Card Status Tabs Table 4 1 summarizes the Status tab parameters available in DashBoard for the DMX 8259 Tab Title Product Table 4 1 Status Tab Items Parameters DMX 8259 A or DMX 8259 4C or DMX 8259 8C Description Supplier Ross Video Ltd Board Rev Hit Indicates the board version Product Read only Rear Module Type of rear module in the slot Board S N FEE Indicates the board serial number Software Rev HEHH Indicates the software version Firmware Rev HHHH a Daughter Card Type HW Status Hit OK FPGA load invalid Incomp I O module Current out of spec Internal Error Indicates if a daughter card is installed Indicates the status of the hardware Some messages displayed are dependent on the settings in the Alarms Enable tab Hardware Voltage mV Supply Voltage Read only Current mA Current consumption of card CPU Headroom Processing power available RAM Available On board processing memory available Uptime h Displays the number of hours si
36. s Notice 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 ESD Susceptibility This symbol is used to alert the user that an electrical or electronic device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event p gt gt BB Important Safety Instructions Caution his product is intended to be a component product of the DFR 8300 series frame Refer to the DFR 8300 series frame User Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component products gt Warning Certain parts of this equipment namely the power supply area still present a safety hazard with the power switch in the OFF position To avoid electrical shock disconnect all A C power cards from the chassis rear appliance connectors before servicing this area gt Warning Service barriers within this product are intended to protect the operator and service personnel from hazardous voltages For continued safety replace all barriers after any servicing This product contains safety critical parts which if incorrectly replaced may present a risk of fire or electrical shock Components contained with the product s power supplies and power supply area are not int
37. sing with gain of 10dB audio delay up to 1 second and channel invert The DMX 8259 C supports any channel assignment to the discrete inputs and can re map any of the existing embedded channels Features The following features make the DMX 8259 the ideal solution for de multiplexing four or eight analog audio sources from and HD SD SDI signal Supports HD SD SDI SMPTE 292M 1 5Gbps and SMPTE 259M 270Mbps e Audio de embedding for all popular formats 4801 5761 720p and 10801 DMX 8259 A provides eight AES 3id 75ohm unbalanced outputs e DMX 8259 4C provides four analog outputs e DMX 8259 8C provides eight analog outputs DMX 8259 A supports de embedding of non PCM data such as Dolby Digital and Dolby E Audio controls such as gain invert and delay Analog gain control done entirely in the analog domain Assign any embedded channel to any discrete audio output Ability to re map channels in embedded video stream Programmable video output on SDI input loss Silence output on loss of audio input Programmable silence detection and timeout thresholds No audio breakout cable required Reports status and configuration remotely via the DashBoard Control System Fits DFR 8300 series frames Fully compliant with openGear specifications e 5 year transferable warranty 1 2 Introduction DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Functional Block Diagrams This section provides functional block diagrams that outli
38. stems 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 Company Address Ross Video Limited ROSS 8 John Street Iroquois Ontario Canada KOE 1K0 General Business Office Fax Technical Support After Hours Emergency E mail Technical Support E mail General Information Website Ross Video Incorporated P O Box 880 Ogdensburg New York USA 13669 0880 1 613 e 652 e 4886 1 613 e 652 e 4425 1 613 e 652 e 4886 1 613 e 349 e 0006 techsupport rossvideo com solutions rossvideo com http www rossvideo com ppm Ross Contents Introduction 1 Overview rss 1 2 DMX 8259 A Overview eene nennen nennen nennen nnns 1 2 DMX 8259 C OVeEVIeW eris iere ERU E RUE CERTE eT ARE pae 1 2 nc is EM 1 2 Functional Block Diagr tis casoria iii 1 3 Documentation Terms and ConventionS i 1 4 Installation 2 Before Y ou Begin iaia ren rop Dre e e d PP Ced de 2 2 Static Discharge iecoscece siente reete nter pee ETT HEHR PU LER EE gundo 2 2 Unpacking i iiostometinqioetempme ni IE DARET REED ERR HERES 2 2 Installing the DM X 8259 ili 2 3 Rear Modules for the DMX 8259 A i 2 3 Rear Modules for the DMX 8259 4C i 2 3 Rea
39. ted first with SW2 3 Bootload Button SW1 SWI is used for factory service in the unlikely event of a complete card failure Do not press this button unless instructed to do so by Ross Technical Support personnel For More Information on using the SW2 and SW3 switches refer to the section Card edge Menu System on page 4 11 on the LEDs located on the card edge refer to the section Status and Selection LEDs on the DMX 8259 on page 3 3 3 2 User Controls DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Control and Monitoring Features This section provides information on the card edge LEDs for the DMX 8259 Refer to Figure 3 2 for the location of the LEDs and controls OK ERROR LED Function Select Switch SW2 Mode Select Switch SW3 VIDEO OK LED REF OK LED AES 1 OK LED BS AES 2 OK LED IMI AES 3 OK LED iu 4 Character Display AES 4 OK LED U AES 5 OK LED UI AES 6 OK LED AES 7 OK LED AES 8 OK LED j Bootload Button SW1 Figure 3 2 DMX 8259 Card edge Controls Status and Selection LEDs on the DMX 8259 The front edge of the DMX 8259 has LED indicators for the power video input status and communication activity Basic LED displays and descriptions are provided in Table 3 1 Table 3 1 LEDs on the DMX 8259 Display and Description When lit green this LED indicates that the card is functioning normal and that no anomalies have been detected The following condi
40. tion 6 3 Contact Us Contact our friendly and professional support representatives for the following e Name and address of your local dealer e Product information and pricing Technical support e Upcoming trade show information General Business Office and Technical Support eG ne mene DINE After Hours Emergency 613 349 0006 Fax 613 652 4425 General Information solutions rossvideo com E MAIL Technical Support techsupport rossvideo com 8 John Street Ross Video Limited Iroquois Ontario Canada KOE IK POSTAL i SERVICE P O Box 880 Ross Video Incorporated Ogdensburg New York USA 13669 0880 Visit Us Please visit us at our website for Company information Related products and full product lines On line catalog News Testimonials TW AsEEjvideo com Ross Video Part Number 8259DR 004 03
41. tions must be satisfied a valid input signal is present a valid reference signal is present when a reference is required and that the reference standard matches the input standard When flashing green this LED indicates the bootloader is OK ERROR Flashing Green waiting for a software upload Flashing Green When lit green with flashing orange this LED indicates there is a and Orange signal error such as a missing or invalid input or reference Orange When lit orange this LED indicates the card is powering on Red When lit red this LED indicates the card is not operational Off When off this LED indicates there is no power to the card DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 User Controls 3 3 Table 3 1 LEDs on the DMX 8259 LED Color Display and Description Green When lit this LED indicates that the video input is valid When flashing this LED indicates that video is present but the VIDEO OK Flashing Green input format is unsupported Off When unlit this LED indicates the absence of an input signal Green When lit green this LED indicates a valid reference signal When flashing this LED indicates that the reference signal is PIEDE Green present but the format is invalid When unlit this LED indicates that a reference signal is not Off i present or is not compatible with the input format When lit this LED indicates the presence of the embedded audio AE
42. tor or the Technical Support department at the numbers listed under the Contact Us section 1 Visual Review Performing a quick visual check may reveal many problems such as connectors not properly seated or loose cables Check the card the frame and any associated peripheral equipment for signs of trouble Power Check Check the power indicator LED on the distribution frame front panel for the presence of power If the power LED is not illuminated verify that the power cable is connected to a power source and that power is available at the power main Confirm that the power supplies are fully seated in their slots If the power LED is still not illuminated replace the power supply with one that is verified to work Input Signal Status Verify that source equipment is operating correctly and that a valid signal is being supplied Output Signal Path Verify that destination equipment is operating correctly and receiving a valid signal Unit Exchange Exchanging a suspect unit with a unit that is known to be working correctly is an efficient method for localizing problems to individual units Bootload Button In the unlikely event of a complete card failure you may be instructed by a Ross Technical Support specialist to perform a complete software reload on the DMX 8259 Use the following procedure to reload the software on a DMX 8259 1 2 3 Eject the card from the frame Press and hold the Bootload b
43. tput and eight analog outputs Figure 2 4 SDI In SDI Out ANLG 1 Out ANLG 5 Out ANLG 2 Out ANLG 6 Out ANLG 3 Out ANLG 7 Out a ANLG 4 Out ANLG 8 Out E 7 Figure 2 4 Cable Connections for the DMX 8259 8C 2 6 Installation DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Audio Cabling for the DMX 8259 C The 8310AR 034 and 8320AR 034 Rear Modules provide audio terminal blocks with removable connectors for audio sources Each connector has locations for the positive negative and grounded wires of a balanced analog audio cable Use the following procedure to wire the analog audio for the DMX 8259 C 1 Insert an analog audio wire to the designated polarity slot on the connector of the rear module Connector Connector Connector Side View Top Views End View Polarity f Indications Connector Wires Tie Wrap without cable Audio Cable Figure 2 5 Connector Wiring for Rear Module Input Sockets 2 Useatweaker screwdriver to tighten the corresponding capture screw 3 Repeat steps 1 and 2 for each wire on each connector 4 Once the cables are wired to the connectors install the connectors on the terminal blocks for the rear module This completes the procedure for wire the analog audio for the DMX 8259 C DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Installation 2 7 Software Upgrades for the DMX 8259 This section provides instructions for upgrading the software for your DMX 8259 using the Dash
44. ult Reference Source Loss of Input Test Pattern Card Edge Item Label n a Item Name Factory Default Frame 1 Reference Frame 2 Reference Video None 75 SMPTE Bars YC Ramp Y C Ramp L Ramp Luma Ramp Matr Path Matrix Pathological Blue Flat Field Blue Black Flat Field Black Frq Swp Frequency Sweep 100 100 Full Field Bars Menus 4 11 Table 4 8 Card edge Menus and Items Card Edge Menu Label Chl Src Ch2 Src Ch3 Src Ch4 Src AES Sel DMX 8259 A Menu Name Group Select Group Enable Channel 1 Source Channel 2 Source Channel 3 Source Channel 4 Source AES Output Select Card Edge Item Label Item Name Enabled Disabled Mute T4k 4kHz Tone T2k 2kHz Tone Tik 1kHz Tone T 5k 500Hz Tone GICI G4C4 Same as above Same as above Same as above AESI AES8 Group 1 Channel 1 to Group 4 Channel 4 AES Ito AES 8 Alg Sel DMX 8259 4C Analog Channel Select 1 4 Algl Alg4 Analog 1 to Analog 4 Alg Sel DMX 8259 8C ChA Src DMX 8259 A Analog Channel Select 1 8 Channel A Source Algl Alg8 GICI G4C4 Analog 1 to Analog 8 Group 1 Channel 1 to Group 4 Channel 4 Source DM X 8259 4C Analog Source GICI G4C4 Group 1 Channel 1 to Group 4 Channel 4 Source DM X 8259 8C ChB Src DMX 8259 A
45. utton while re inserting the card into the frame Release the button e The STATUS OK LED will flash green while the card is waiting for a new software load Ifanew software load is not sent to the card within 60 seconds the card will attempt to restart with its last operational software load Software loads can be sent to the DMX 8259 via the ethernet connection on the rear of the frame This completes the procedure for reload the software on a DMX 8259 6 2 Service Information DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Warranty and Repair Policy The DMX 8259 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 DMX 8259 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 DMX 8259 has failed after your warranty period has expired we will repair your defective product should suitable replacement components be available You the owner will bear any labor and or part costs incurred in the repair or refurbishment of said equipment beyond the FIVE 5 year warranty period In no event shall Ross Video Limited be liable for direct indirect special incidental or consequential damages including loss of profits
46. wer down 5 Group Select This menu enables you to select the embedded group before assigning sources to the channels enabling the group and selecting backup sources This menu is used in conjunction with Menus 6 to E 6 Group Enable Use this menu to determine if the selected group is embedded in the output or not 7 8 9 A Channel Source Use Menus 7 to A to configure the source that is inserted into the embedded group if present These menus are used in conjunction with Menu 5 Group Select The following are the default values based on the group selected e Group 1 When Menu 5 is set to Grpl the default value of Menu 7 is GICI Group 2 When Menu 5 is set to Grp 2 the default value of Menu 8 is G2C2 e Group 3 When Menu 5 is set to Grp 3 the default value of Menu 9 is G3C3 Group 4 When Menu 5 is set to Grp 4 the default value of Menu A is G4C4 B AES Select Use Menu B to specify an AES output to configure on the DMX 8259 A or to identify an analog channel to configure for the DMX 8259 C This menu is used in conjunction with Menus C Channel A Source and D Channel B Source The default value is 1 DMX 8259 User Manual Iss 03 Menus 4 13 C Channel A Source Use Menu C to select the Channel A source for a specific AES output DMX 8259 A or the analog channel output DMX 8259 C This menu is used in conjunction with Menu B The following are the DMX 8259 A default values
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