SEA-9203 User Manual
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1. SEA 9203 Multi Definition SDI Equalizing Amplifier User Manual ROSS Video Production Technology SEA 9203 User Manual Ross Part Number 9203DR 004 03 e Release Date November 7 2012 The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice or obligation Copyright O 2012 Ross Video Limited All rights reserved This work is proprietary and confidential to Ross Video Limited its subsidiaries and its other affiliated corporations and may not be copied distributed sold or otherwise used or relied upon without the express written permission of Ross Video Limited Reproduction or reverse engineering of copyrighted software is prohibited Patents 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 7 602 446 7 834 886 7 914 332 This product is protected by the following Canadian Patents 2039277 1237518 1127289 Other patents pending 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 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 1s aregistered trademark of Ross Video Limited Geartite is a trademark of Ross Video Limited Ross ROSS ROSS and MLE are registered trademarks of Ross Video Limite2. Other possible options include the use of adhesive magnetic sheets not included affixed to the chassis and the power adaptor for removable mounting on metal cabinets etc Cable ties may be necessary in some applications to relieve strain on the mounting hardware and the connectors Surface Mount Strips The included VELCRO brand surface mount strips allow the GearLite module and power supply to be affixed to a permanent location during use and easily 7 Installation Iss 03 removed for adjustments Carefully consider the installation location before proceeding the adhesive is very aggressive and is not easily removed The adhesive will cure fully in 24 hours To install the Surface Mount Strips 1 Remove the Protective Backing Film from the adhesive on the bottom of the two VELCRO brand Surface Mount Strips Adhere the Surface Mount Strips to the bottom side of the chassis Figure 2 SURFACE MOUNT STRIPS gt SERIAL NUMBER LABEL PROTECTIVE BACKING FILM Figure 2 Surface Mount Installation Option Remove the Protective Backing Film from the other side of the VELCRO brand Surface Mount Strips Press the chassis into position on the surface you want to mount it to Operating Tip An additional VELCRO6 brand Surface Mount Strip is available to mount the power adapter Non Slip Pads Four non slip adhesive pads have been supplied for desktop placements Simply remove the protective ba
3. can radiate radio freguency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this eguipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be reguired to correct the interference at his own expense approved by Ross Video Limited could void the user s authority to A Notice Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly operate this equipment CANADA This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appariel numerique de la classe A est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada EUROPE This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of CE Directive 93 68 EEC INTERNATIONAL This equipment has been tested to CISPR 22 1997 along with amendments A1 2000 and A2 2002 and found to comply with the limits for a Class A Digital device Notice This is a Class A product In domestic environments this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may have to take adequate measures Maintenance User Serviceable Parts Routine maintenance to this GearLite 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
4. pinching particularly at plugs convenience receptacles and point where they exit from the apparatus Warning Indoor Use WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture Do not block ventilation openings Install in accordance with manufacturer s instructions Do not install near heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not use this apparatus near water Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Clean only with a dry cloth To avoid electrical shock disconnect the A C power cord before any servicing Refer all servicing to gualified personnel Servicing is reguired when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as power supply cord or plug damage liguid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped Notices United States of America FCC Part 15 This eguipment 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 eguipment is operated in a commercial environment This eguipment generates uses and
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6. 000ft of Belden 8281 input cable at 270Mbps or up to 100m 325ft of Belden 1694A input cable at 1485Mbps The SEA 9203 operates on all serial digital standards from 143Mbps up to and including 1485Mbps Special measures have been taken to ensure excellent return loss at both input and output This ensures error free performance with short cables The front panel of the SEA 9203 chassis provides visual performance indicators and a user accessible DIP switch to select either SD or HD signals The SEA 9203 is delivered with a universal power adaptor and line cord suitable for the country of use Various mounting options are included that allow a wide range of installation choices The SEA 9203 provides a broadcast guality SDI distribution solution in a small stand alone package Simplified Block Diagram EGUALIZE Figure 1 Simplified Block Diagram of SEA 9203 Functions MULTI DEF SDI OUT 1 MULTI DEF MULTI DEF SDI OUT 2 SDI IN MULTI DEF SDI OUT 3 MULTI DEF SDI OUT 4 Features The SEA 9203 includes the following features e Automatically supports common data rates 143Mbps to 1485Mbps e Automatic input cable equalization up to 305m 1000ft of Belden 8281 cable 2 270Mbps or up to 100m 325ft of Belden 1694A cable a 1485Mbps Excellent I O specifications Terminating input 75ohms e Visual indicator LEDs for power status and signal setting Small brick form factor 5V universal adapte
7. 9203 proves to be defective in any way during this warranty period Ross Video Limited reserves the right to repair or replace this piece of eguipment with a unit of egual or superior performance characteristics Should you find that this GearLite SEA 9203 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 THREE 3 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 GearLite SEA 9203 User Manual provides all pertinent information for the safe installation and operation of your GearLite Product Ross Video policy dictates that all repairs to the GearLite SEA 9203 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 GearLite SEA 9203 please contact the Ross Video Technical Support Depar
8. cking film from the adhesive and affix one non slip pad to each of the four corners on the bottom of the chassis Optional Mounting Accessories Ross Video is committed to providing practical solutions for the needs of your high guality broadcast facility Installation Iss 03 s 8 Flat Metal Plate Use the flat metal plate for permanent mounting to a rack a desk or any other location where bolts or screws can be applied Be sure to position the module to allow for operator adjustments if reguired To install the Flat Metal Plate 1 Remove the 2 screws from the bottom of chassis 2 Install the Flat Metal Plate onto the bottom of the chassis Figure 3 using the screws provided in the Mounting Kit Do not use the screws removed during Step 1 SERIAL NUMBER LABEL FLAT METAL PLATE MOUNTING HOLES Figure 3 Flat Metal Plate Installation Option 3 Install the chassis in the desired location using the Mounting Holes on the Flat Metal Plate Mounting screws are not provided by Ross Video Angle Mounting Bracket The Angle Mounting Bracket Figure 4 allows a single GearLite module to be installed in positions not possible with the flat metal plate The bracket has a 90 angle Mounting screws are not provided by Ross Video 9 s Installation Iss 03 2 Figure 4 Angle Mounting Bracket Installation 15 03 10 Setup Note In this manual the term SDI Serial Digital Interface is used
9. d e VELCRO is a registered trademark of Velcro Industries B V 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 to Service Personnel Before using this product and any associated eguipment refer to the Important Safety Instructions listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage Product may reguire specific eguipment and or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance reguirements Notices have been included in this publication to call attention to these specific reguirements Symbol Meanings Protective Earth This symbol identifies a Protective Earth PE terminal which is provided for connection of the supply system s protective earth green or green yellow conductor 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 w
10. e SEA 9203 is powered on 13 Setup Iss 03 Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notification Table 2 SEA 9203 Technical Specifications Category Serial Digital Video Input Serial Digital Video Output Parameter Number of Inputs Specification 1 Data Rates SMPTE 259M 143Mbps 177Mbps 270Mbps 360Mbps SMPTE 344M 540Mbps SMPTE 292M 1483 5Mbps 1485Mbps Impedance 75ohm terminating Return Loss SD gt 20dB to 360MHz HD gt 15dB to 1485MHz Equalization Belden 1694A cable Number of Outputs SD 305m 1000ft HD 100m 3258 4 Impedance 750hm Return Loss SD gt 22dB to 360MHz HD gt 16dB to 1485MHz HD Signal Level 800mV 10 DC Offset 0V 50mV Rise and Fall Time SD 700ps typical HD 120ps typical Overshoot Power Requirements lt 8 typical 5V 5 regulation Power Consumption Operating Range lt 1 0W 270Mbps 191mA 20 C to 40 ambient Dimensions 13cm x 9 5cm x 2 5cm 5 x 4 x 1 Weight 326g 11 50z Specifications Iss 03 s 14 Service Information Warranty and Repair Policy The GearLite SEA 9203 is warranted to be free of any defect with respect to performance guality reliability and workmanship for a period of THREE 3 years from the date of delivery to the customer In the event that your GearLite SEA
11. ithin 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 Warning Hazardous Voltages This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage within the product enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of shock to persons ESD Susceptibility This symbol is used to alert the user that an electrical or electronic device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event gt e B B Important Safety Instructions N 1 10 11 12 13 14 15 Warning Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions The safe operation of this product reguires that a protective earth connection be provided A grounding conductor in the eguipment s supply cord provides this protective earth To reduce the risk of electrical shock to the operator and service personnel this ground conductor must be connected to an earthed ground Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding type plug A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The third prong is provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit in to your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or
12. ont edge of the SEA 9203 includes a DIP switch SW1 which sets the SEA 9203 to pass a SMPTE compliant HD or SD signal Refer to Figure 6 for the location of SW1 SW1 a TT Figure 6 SEA 9203 DIP Switch Location Set SW as follows Set SW in the Up position to pass an HD signal Set SW1 in the Down position to pass an SD signal Note SW2 to SW8 are not implemented Multi Rate Operation Ifthe SEA 9203 is used in an environment where both SD and HD signals are in use set the SW1 to the Up position The SD signals will be egualized and distributed cleanly although all SMPTE specifications may not be met Status LEDs The front panel of the module has four LEDs that display the status of the signals the type of signal selected and indicate whether the device is on or off Figure 7 indicates the location of the LEDs Table 1 describes the status LEDs available on the SEA 9203 SDLED HD LED STATUS LED 4 TEE 5 POWER LED Figure 7 SEA 9203 LEDs Setup Iss 03 12 Table 1 Status LED Descriptions LED Color Function HD Yellow When lit this LED indicates that an HD signal is selected SD Yellow When lit this LED indicates that an SD signal is selected When lit green this LED indicates a valid input signal STATUS When lit red this LED indicates that an input signal carrier could not be detected When lit this LED indicates th
13. page of this manual GearLite products are covered by a generous 3 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 eguipment that you purchased reguired the extraction and use of natural resources for its production 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 eguipment in an environmentally friendly and health conscious manner The crossed out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use these systems If you need more information on the collection reuse and recycling systems please contact your local or regional waste administration You can also contact Ross Video for more information on the environmental performances of our products Introduction Overview The SEA 9203 Multi Definition SDI Egualizing Amplifier is part of the GearLite 9000 series of self contained small brick format modules The SEA 9203 is designed for use in both SD and HD systems where signals of more than one digital standard are distributed The amplifier automatically egualizes up to 305m 1
14. r with locking DC connector 3 year warranty Introduction Iss 03 s 6 Installation Static Discharge Whenever handling the SEA 9203 and other related eguipment please observe all static discharge precautions as described in the following note to sensitive semiconductor devices Avoid handling circuit boards in high static environments such as carpeted areas and when wearing synthetic fiber clothing Always exercise proper grounding precautions when working on circuit boards and related eguipment ESD Susceptibility Static discharge can cause serious damage Unpacking Unpack each SEA 9203 you received from the shipping container and check the contents to ensure that all items are included If any items are missing or damaged contact your sales representative or Ross Video directly Mounting and Installation The SEA 9203 can be mounted in any convenient location However to ensure long life for this product observe the following precautions and operating requirements Maintain an ambient temperature of 20 C to 40 C e Allow for air circulation around the chassis for convectional cooling Many different mounting positions are possible with the included mounting hardware Some installation options are permanent and require careful consideration of the final positioning before installation Please note that in some mounting locations the power adaptor must be affixed in a similar manner as the chassis
15. throughout SDI refers to both Standard Definition up to 540Mbps and High Definition 1485Mbps signals Power Adapter and Supply Connect the PS 9000 power adaptor to the power supply connector The PS 9000 provides up to 2A of regulated 5V DC 5 The DC power cord has a locking connector that securely fastens into the power supply DC jack on the SEA 9203 The SEA 9203 has a standard miniature power jack center pin positive If using an adaptor other than the PS 9000 ensure that e the polarity is correct e the voltage is 5V DC regulated to 5 sufficient current for SEA 9203 is supplied Caution Use of improper adaptors may damage the SEA 9203 and will void the warranty Installations outside of North America using line voltages of 200 240V reguire a plug certified for the country of use to be installed on the supplied line cord Refer to the section Important Regulatory and Safety Notices to Service Personnel at the front of this manual for details Cable Connections Overview Connect the cables to the SEA 9203 according to the designations indicated on the chassis label and Figure 5 The input is internally terminated at 75ohm It is not necessary to terminate unused outputs SDI OUT 2 SDI OUT 4 SDI OUT 1 SDI OUT 3 Figure 5 SEA 9203 Connections 11 Setup Iss 03 Output Polarity SDI OUT 1 and 3 are inverting SDI OUT 2 and 4 are non inverting DIP Switches The fr
16. tment 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 GearLite SEA 9203 If required a temporary replacement module 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 15 Service Information Iss 03 Notes Service Information 15 03 s 16 Notes 17 Service Information 15 03 Notes Service Information 15 03 18 Geariite Contact Us Contact our friendly and professional support representatives for the following Name and address of your local dealer Product information and pricing Technical support e Upcoming trade show information Telephone Technical After Hours Emergency Support i Email Telephone General Fax Information Email Website Visit Us Visit our website for Company information and news 1 613 652 4886 1 613 349 0006 techsupport rossvideo com 1 613 652 4886 1 613 652 4425 solutions rossvideo com http www
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