Algolith VLD-1002-MD User Manual
Advanced Image Processing Solutions
Dual SD/HD Video Delay
Installation and Operation Manual
C3034-8001-100
Copyright Algolith 2008, all rights reserved
VLD-1002-MD
Guide to installation and operation
Table of Contents
Safety ........................................... 3
Introduction ................................... 4
Overview ............................................... 4
Main Features ........................................ 4
The Algogear Series ............................... 5
Installation and setup .....................6
Static Discharge ..................................... 6
Board Installation ................................... 6
Installation and setup .....................7
Power Consumption ............................... 8
Front Module .......................................... 8
Rear Input / Output Module Labels .......... 9
Output Channels ................................... 10
Controls .............................................. 11
Product Status Area ............................. 11
Basic Tree View ................................... 11
Operation .................................... 11
The Dashboard Software Interface.............. 11
The Basic Tree View Window ................. 12
The Product Status Area ....................... 12
The Card Info Window ........................... 12
The Card Status Window ....................... 12
The Card License Window ..................... 13
Control ................................................ 13
Login to administrator level ................... 14
Adjusting Parameters ................................ 14
The Administrator Level ........................ 14
Recall & apply settings ......................... 15
Save settings ....................................... 15
The Card Setup Window ....................... 15
Selecting the Reference ........................ 16
Video Setup Window ............................. 18
The Alarm Setup Window ...................... 21
Specifi cations ..............................28
Limited Warranty .........................29
Contact us ..................................29
How to Repurpose your Card ........22
Load the new product onto your card ......... 23
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VLD-1002-MD
Safety
Before using this product, carefully review all the safety
precautions in this user guide, and all the important
regulatory and safety notices in the openGear DFR8310-C Multi-Definition Digital Products Frame User
Manual.
CAUTION
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
This symbol is intended to alert the
user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
Restrictions on Hazardous Substances
Directive 2002/95/EC—commonly known as
the European Union (EU) Restriction on Hazardous
Substances (RoHS)—sets limits on the use of certain
substances found in electrical and electronic equipment. The intent of this legislation is to reduce the
amount of hazardous chemicals that may leach out of
landfill sites or otherwise contaminate the environment
during end-of-life recycling. The Directive takes effect
on July 1, 2006, and it refers to the following hazardous substances:
Electromagnetic Compatibility
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 this 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 instructions, 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 Algolith Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
Waste from Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE) Compliance
The European Union (EU) Directive 2002/96/EC
on Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE) deals with the collection, treatment, recovery, and recycling of electrical and electronic waste
products. The objective of the WEEE Directive is to
assign the responsibility for the disposal of associated
hazardous waste to either the producers or users of
these products. Effective August 13, 2005, producers or users will be required to recycle electrical and
electronic equipment at end of its useful life, and may
not dispose of the equipment in landfills or by using
other unapproved methods. (Some EU member states
may have different deadlines.)
Equipment that complies with the EU directive will be
marked with a WEEE-compliant emblem, as shown in
the figure below.
• Lead (Pb)
• Mercury (Hg)
• Cadmium (Cd)
• Hexavalent Chromium (Cr-V1)
• Polybrominated Biphenyls (PBB)
• Polybrominated Diphenyl Ethers (PBDE)
According to this EU Directive, this product is fully
RoHS-compliant and “lead-free.”
Please insure that this equipment is properly recycled
at its end-of-life. Algolith invites you to contact your
local or regional waste administration if you need
any information on how to dispose of this equipment
in an environmentally friendly and health conscious
manner.
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Introduction
Overview
The Algogear VLD-1002-MD Video Delay is designed for delay applications
in both standard and high-definition SDI environments on up to 2 channels.
It supports all popular standard-definition and high-definition video formats
including 480i59.94, 576i50, 720p50, 720p59.94, 720p60, 1080i50,
1080i59.94 and 1080i60. Delay programming can be added in time
units (seconds) and video units (frames). The VLD-1002-MD provides up
to 4 seconds of delay in HD and 24 seconds in SD with the optional 2 GB
SODIMM (Small Outline Dual Inline Memory Module).
The VLD-1002-MD will automatically delay all 16 channels (4 groups) of
embedded audio to compensate for the video delay. In addition, ancillary
data, closed caption and time code information are also delayed according
to video.
Main Features
• Dual channel SD/HD video delay
• Dual outputs per channel, output format follows input format
• Delay programming in time units (seconds) and video units (frames)
• Up to 4 seconds of delay for HD and up to 24 seconds of delay for
SD, at 2GB memory in a 2 channel configuration
• Passes Ancillary Data (including embedded audio)
• SNMP Support
• Controlled by easy-to-use DashBoard software
Input 1
Input 2
Card Ref
Frame Ref 1
Frame Ref 2
Genlock
Variable
Delay
Buffer
Output 1A
Output 1B
Output 2A
Output 2B
Control
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The Algogear Series
VLD-1002-MD
Designed for openGear, Algogear is a flexible, future-proof, modular
solution that can maximize bandwidth, clean, synchronize and scale
media. Algogear delivers unparalleled value and flexibility to broadcasters
leveraging the Algogear solution, giving the ground-breaking ability to
reprogram the cards with any of the available Algogear solutions at any
time, at no cost.
If you have a simple configuration that will change as your needs evolve,
you can continue to change the functionality of the Algogear cards,
reconfiguring them to meet your needs over time.
The list of Algogear applications is quickly evolving. Visit www.algolith.
com for a current list of available applications and news about products
coming soon.
Card Identification
Rear module labels and card identification labels for each Algogear
application available at the time of purchase are included with your card.
In addition, an installation CD is provided which includes the user guides
of all Algogear applications available at the time of purchase. To request
additional rear module labels, card identification labels and user guides
email us at sales@algolith.com.
See the «How to Repurpose your Algogear Card» section of this manual
for more information (page 22).
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Installation and setup
Static Discharge
Whenever handling the VLD-1002-MD 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 static environments such
as carpeted areas, and when wearing synthetic fiber clothing. Always
exercise proper grounding precautions when working on circuit boards
and related equipment.
Board Installation
Use the following procedure to install the VLD-1002-MD in an openGear
(DFR-8310-N) distribution frame with cooling fans:
Due to power consumption and heat dissipation requirements, the VLD1002-MD must only be installed in a frame with the cooling fan option
installed.
1. Refer to the User Manual of the openGear 8300 series frame
to ensure that the frame is properly installed according to
instructions.
2. A maximum of 8 VLD-1002-MD or other Algogear cards can be
installed in the DFR-8310 series frame.
Do not populate the openGear frame with more than 8 Algogear
cards. Attempting to do so may damage the cards, the frame
or both.
3. After selecting the desired frame and installation slot, hold the
VLD-1002-MD 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 plugs are properly seated
on the midplane and rear modules.
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Installation and setup
VLD-1002-MD
The VLD-1002-MD card is installed in the openGear frame.
openGear frame
The VLD-1002-MD card requires a BNC rear output module. Depending on the
frame model you purchased, your frame may be equipped with a fixed 100
BNC rear panel.
openGear frame with a fixed 100 BNC rear panel
Your frame model may have a modular rear panel, to accommodate different
types of cards. You will then need to purchase and install a 10 BNC single rear
module for each VLD-1002-MD card in your openGear frame.
openGear frame with a modular rear panel
For information on the openGear frame and how to install your VLD-1002MD card and your rear modules, see the DFR-8310-C Multi Definition Digital
Products Frame and Power Supply (PS-8300) User Manual, provided with your
installation CD.
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Power Consumption
The power rating of the openGear frame allows 125 watts to be
redistributed over 10 slots. A single slot may exceed 12 watts but the
overall power consumption shall not be above 125 watts.
The VLD-1002-MD dissipates 14 watts.
An openGear frame, when populated with Algogear cards only
shall use no more than 8 slots.
Blank slot fillers can be used to block slots in an openGear frame. A
warning message is affixed to the VLD-1002-MD card and other Algogear
cards to ensure the user is aware of the card’s power consumption when
installing new systems, or rearranging frame configurations.
Front Module
openGear frame
Blocked frame slot
Algogear cards
DO NOT REMOVE
ALGOGEAR
ALGOGEAR
The VLD-1002-MD card is identified with a product label located near
the card’s front edge. When installed in a frame and powered, the card
displays the product name on a dot matrix display. See drawing below.
ALGOGEAR
Card status (DS1)
Input 1 status (DS2)
Input 2 status (DS3)
Not used on VLD-1002-MD (DS4)
Not used on VLD-1002-MD (DS5)
Card reference status (DS6)
ALGOGEAR
VLD1
Dot matrix display
002M
VLD-1002-MD
Product label
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Rear Input / Output Module Labels
VLD-1002-MD
6 status LEDs are located near the VLD-1002-MD card’s front edge.
Consult the graphic and color code below to identify the LEDs and their
meanings.
Card Status - LED color code
Green Yellow Red
Normal Minor Problem Critical error
Algolith’s VLD-1002-MD card comes with the rear module labels of every
available Algogear product at the time of purchase. To identify your card
and the connectors at the back of the openGear frame, simply push the
appropriate label onto the BNC connectors to identify the card’s inputs
and outputs.
INPUT 1
34
FILL 1
1B
1A
1C
SAFE 1
34
VNR-1000-SD
Select the
appropriate label
XVC-1001-UC
VLD-1002-MD
BNC 1 Input 1 Input 2 BNC 2
BNC 3 No Connection No Connection BNC 4
BNC 5 Output 1A Output 2A BNC 6
BNC 7 Output 1B Output 2B BNC 8
BNC 9 No Connection Reference BNC 10
Rear labelPush onto connectors
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