ATX UCrypt Hardware Interface Manual

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HARDWARE INTERFACE MANUAL

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General Guide Notes

Document ANW1216

Release Date May 22 2017

Organization of This Manual

This manual is generally organized based on the main interface tabs with individual chapters dedicated to describing the

con gurable features. Further chapters outline activities related to installation and the UI operation and con guration.

Cross Reference Usage

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reference outside documents if the reader needs that additional information. The Table of Contents is entirely hyperlinked and
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Symbol Usage

Throughout the manual, some symbols are used to call the readers attention to an important point. The following symbols are

in use:

WARNING: This symbol usage will call the reader’s attention to an important operation feature of

the equipment which may be safety related or may cause a service outage.

NOTE: This symbol indicates that there is helpful related information available in this note or
elsewhere in the guide.

Although every effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this document it may be necessary, without notice, to make amendments or correct omissions.
Speci cations subject to change without notice.

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any other party, or aids in any unlawful act or undertaking including, without limitation, laws governing data privacy, international data transmission, and export of technology or data. Any multiple systems
operator or other similar party (“MSO”) will use the UCrypt product in strict compliance with all applicable laws and in compliance with any agreement in effect between the MSO and a content provider.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL GUIDE NOTES ....................................................II

1. SAFETY ............................................................. 1-1

2. OVERVIEW ........................................................... 2-1

2.1 Chapter Contents ................................................. 2-1

2.2 Front Panels ..................................................... 2-1

2.3 Switch & Firewall Port Openings ..................................... 2-3

3. REAR PANELS ........................................................ 3-1

3.1 Chapter Contents ................................................. 3-1

3.2 UCrypt QAM to QAM .............................................. 3-1

3.3 UCrypt QAM to IP ................................................. 3-3

3.4 UCrypt QAM to Analog ............................................. 3-4

3.5 UCrypt IP to QAM ................................................. 3-5

3.6 UCrypt IP to IP ................................................... 3-6

4. INSTALLATION ........................................................ 4-1

4.1 Chapter Contents ................................................. 4-1

4.2 Preparation for Installation .......................................... 4-1

4.3 Precautions ...................................................... 4-1

4.4 General Mechanical ............................................... 4-2

4.5 General Electrical ................................................. 4-3

4.6 General Environment .............................................. 4-3

4.7 Gigabit Ethernet Ports ............................................. 4-3

4.8 Install the Device ................................................. 4-4

4.9 Equipment Safety Grounding ........................................ 4-5

4.10 AC Power Supplies ................................................ 4-5

4.11 DC Power Supplies ................................................ 4-6

4.12 Power Supply Redundancy ......................................... 4-7

5. INITIAL STARTUP ..................................................... 5-1

5.1 Connecting to the Management Computer .............................. 5-1

5.2 Factory Default IP Address .......................................... 5-1

5.3 Computer Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

5.4 Congure Your Computer ........................................... 5-2

5.5 Use a Browser to Login ............................................ 5-2

5.6 Reset Device to Factory ........................................... 5-3

6. SERVICE & SUPPORT .................................................. 6-1

6.1 Contact ATX Networks ............................................. 6-1

6.2 Warranty Information .............................................. 6-1

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SAFETY

1. Safety

WARNING! FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS LISTED BELOW MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE
OR PERSONAL INJURY. PLEASE READ AND COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING:

SAFETY GROUND: The connection to earth of the supplementary grounding conductor shall be in compliance with the

appropriate rules for terminating bonding jumpers in Part V of Article 250 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, and
Section 10 of Part I of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA C22.1.

WATER AND MOISTURE: Care should be taken to prevent entry of splashed or dripping water, other liquids, and physical
objects through enclosure openings.

DAMAGE: Do not operate the device if damage to any components is suspected.

POWER SOURCES: Only connect the unit to a power supply of the type and capacity specied in the operating instructions

or as marked on the device.
NOTE: a) For 120 VAC operation, use the power cord supplied for operation from a 120 VAC source.
b) For 230 VAC operation, use the power cord supplied for operation from a 230 VAC source.

CHAPTER 1: SAFETY

GROUNDING OR POLARIZATION: Electrical grounding and polarization means must not be defeated.

POWER CORD PROTECTION: Care must be taken during installation to route or arrange the power supply cord to prevent

and avoid the possibility of damage to the cord by external objects. Pay particular attention to the exit point from the device
and plug.

POWER SUPPLY CORD ROUTING: The power supply cord shall not be attached to the building surface, nor run through
walls, ceilings, oors and similar openings in the building structure.

SERVICE: Do not attempt to service the device beyond procedures provided the operating instructions. All other servicing
should be referred to qualied service personnel.

MODIFICATIONS: Modications should not be made to the device or any of its components for applications other than those
specied in the operating instructions.

SAFETY CODES AND REGULATIONS: The device should be installed and operated in compliance with all applicable local

safety by-laws, codes and regulations.

REDUNDANT POWER SUPPLY REMOVAL: Power must be disconnected from the BOTH power modules before removing
for replacement or service. This is accomplished by removing both of the AC IEC plugs or operating the DC power disconnects.

BATTERY REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT: Disconnect power (AC or DC) from the equipment before battery removal and
replacement. This is accomplished by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet. Replace the battery with Sony part
No. CR2032 or exact replacement only.

CAUTION: Use of a different battery type may present a risk of re or explosion.

BATTERY DISPOSAL: Recycle or dispose of batteries in accordance with the battery manufacturer’s instructions and local/

national disposal and recycling regulations. Please call 1-800-8-BATTERY or go to the website at www.call2recycle.org for
information on recycling or disposing of your used battery.

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OVERVIEW

2. Overview

This installation manual covers all hardware and initial installation aspects of the following UCrypt models:

• QAM to QAM

• QAM to IP

• QAM to Analog

• IP to QAM

• IP to IP

The Rear Panels chapter, see “Rear Panels” on page 3-1, shows each individual model and their connection arrangements.

2.1 Chapter Contents

• “Front Panels”

• “Switch & Firewall Port Openings”

CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW

2.2 Front Panels

The front panels are common to Devices of the same Hardware Version. Version 3 Devices contain a set of controls and
indicators to show the status of important operation parameters and allow some control over the device.

2.2.1 Version 3 Front

The Version 3 UCrypt models have an integral control panel allowing some power functions and diagnostics as described in
Table 2.2a. The products are designed to be plug and play and will be in a powered on state when the power cord is plugged
in. There may be instances where it is desired to reboot or power down the devices manually and recessed switches to enable
that are located on the front panel, a closeup view of which is shown in Figure 2-1. See Table 2.2a for functional descriptions
of all front panel controls and indicators.

Table 2.2a: Front Panel Controls and Indicators (See Figure 2-1)

Label Function Description

PWR Recessed Button Power Switch. This is the main power switch and is used to apply or remove power to the Device. Activating

RST Recessed Button Reset Switch. Used to warm reboot the Device. Functionally equal to a reset button on a computer.

PWR Indicator LED

Green

HDD Indicator LED

Green

ETH0 Indicator LED

Green

ETH1 Indicator LED

Green

Controls Closeup

Figure 2-1: Version 3 Front

this switch effectively turns the Device off but keeps standby power supplied to the system. You must unplug
the system before servicing. Press again to power up. Functionally equal to a power button on a computer.

Indicates power is being supplied to the system’s power supply units. This LED should be illuminated when
the system is operating.

Indicates SSD/HDD drive activity when  ashing.

Indicates network activity on ETH0 network port. On the rear panel, this refers to the labeled port eth1.

Indicates network activity on ETH1 network port. On the rear panel, this refers to the labeled port eth2.

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Label Function Description

U Indicator LED

Blue

UID Recessed Button Universal Identi er: A switch that will turn on the adjacent “U” light.

2.2.2 Version 2 Front

Universal Information LED: The Universal Information BLUE LED is used to indicate fan failure, power failure,
overheat condition, or to identify the unit within a large rack installation. This may be activated by the front
panel button.

State Indication:

• Fast Blinking Red (1 per sec) - Fan Failure

• Solid Red - CPU Overheated

• Slow Blinking Red (1 per 4 sec) - Power Failure

• Solid Blue - Local UID Button Depressed

• Blinking Blue - IPMI Activated UID

2.2.3 Version 2 Front Inside

Figure 2-3 shows the interface modules behind the QAM to QAM Version 2 front panel. The QAM to IP will have just the
CableCARD modules, the IP to QAM will have just the DQAM modules while the IP to IP will not have any modules behind
the front panel.

2.2.4 Version 1.7 & 1.8 Front

Figure 2-2: Version 2 Front

Tuner & CableCARD™ Modules DQAM Modules

Figure 2-3: Version 2 QAM to QAM Front Inside

Figure 2-4: Version 1.7 & 1.8 Front

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2.3 Switch & Firewall Port Openings

Any Management Switch used between UCrypt Devices and the Management Computer will require the following ports to be
opened both Inbound and Outbound.

NOTE: Failure to open these ports may result in communications problems between the
management computer and UCrypt Devices.

Table 2.3a: Ports to Open on Switch

Port Number Transport Protocol

80 TCP HTTP

443 TCP HTTPS

CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW

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REAR PANELS

192.168.0.23

Factory Reset

USB Port for

Output Test

Input Test

192.168.250.2

3. Rear Panels

This chapter describes rear panel connections as the port functions are not labeled on the panel.

3.1 Chapter Contents

• “UCrypt QAM to QAM”

• “UCrypt QAM to IP”

• “UCrypt QAM to Analog”

• “UCrypt IP to QAM”

• “UCrypt IP to IP”

3.2 UCrypt QAM to QAM

This section applies to Standard and Lite Versions.

3.2.1 Version 3 UCrypt QAM to QAM

CHAPTER 3: REAR PANELS

Output Test

-20 dB

RF Output Modem

Safety Ground Tuner & CableCARD™ Modules

Power Supply Alarm Reset

RF Input

USB Ports EAS SCTE18

3.2.2 Version 2 UCrypt QAM to QAM

Safety Ground

-20 dB

RF Output Modem

Input Test

-20 dB

Craft Port

192.168.250.2

Management Port

192.168.0.23

Figure 3-1: Version 3 QAM to QAM

RF Input

-20 dB

Power Switch

(hold 40 Sec)

Reboot

Multicast IP Input

EAS SCTE18
Multicast IP

Power Supply Alarm Reset

Craft Port

Management Port

Figure 3-2: Version 2 QAM to QAM

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Output Test

Input Test

Safety Ground

3.2.3 Version 1.7 & 1.8 UCrypt QAM to QAM

-20 dB

RF Output Modem

Power Supply Alarm Reset

RF Input

-20 dB

Craft Port

192.168.250.2

Power Switch

Tuner & CableCARD™ Modules

Factory Reset (hold 40 sec)

Reboot

Management Port

192.168.0.23

Figure 3-3: Version 1.7 & 1.8 QAM to QAM

Table 3.2a: Rear Panel Connections & Controls - QAM to QAM (See Figure 3-1, Figure 3-2 & Figure 3-3)

Port Type Applies to Description

Management GbE All The Management Port used to con gure the encoder. Factory set to 192.168.0.23

Craft Port GbE All Used to connect a computer for accessing the UI for device management if the

Power Switch Momentary

All Used to power up or power down the Device.

Switch

RF Input “F” Female All RF input from the Cable System for incoming QAMs.

Input Test -20 dB “F” Female All Used to connect an RF test meter to monitor RF Input 20 dB below the RF Input levels.

RF Output “F” Female All RF Output from QAM Modulator.

Output Test -20 dB “F” Female All Used to connect an RF test meter to monitor RF Output 20 dB below the RF Output levels.

Modem “F” Female All Port to connect a cable modem for remote management and monitoring purposes.

Factory Reset Recessed

All Allows the device to be returned to factory settings and erases all con guration. Hold for

button

Reboot Recessed

All Performs a warm reboot of device.

button

Power Supply
Alarm Reset

Momentary
Button

All This is present only on dual redundant power supply option. Used to temporarily disable

Safety Ground Screw All Provided to connect an Earth ground to the chassis for electrical safety.

EAS Ethernet Ethernet Ver2 & Ver3 Provides input connection to the Device for the EAS multicast from an EAS generator.

USB USB 2.0 Ver2 & Ver3 Used in Version 2 devices to connect a USB network dongle to allow input of EAS

Console DB9 Ver3 Not used in this application.

Service GbE Ver3 Not used in this application.

VGA DE15 Ver3 Not used in this application.

address. On Version 3 this is labeled eth1.

management port is in use. Factory set to 192.168.250.2 address. On Version 3 this is
labeled eth2.

40 seconds.

the audible power supply alarm when one power supply or its power source have failed.

multicast. This EAS input function for version 3 is an Ethernet input port. Not used on
Version 3.

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3.3 UCrypt QAM to IP

GbE Output Ports ModemInput Test

RF Input

192.168.0.23

Power Supply Alarm Reset

Factory Reset

USB Port for

3.3.1 Version 3 UCrypt QAM to IP

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GbE0 GbE2GbE1

Safety Ground

3.3.2 Version 2 UCrypt QAM to IP

Safety Ground

-20 dB

USB Ports EAS SCTE18

Craft Port

192.168.250.2

Management Port

Tuner & CableCARD™ Modules

Multicast IP Input

Figure 3-4: Version 3 QAM to IP

GbE Output Ports

GbE0 GbE2GbE1

RF Input

Input Test

-20 dB

Modem

(hold 40 Sec)

Reboot

EAS SCTE18
Multicast IP Input

Power Supply Alarm Reset

Craft Port

192.168.250.2

Power Switch

Management Port

192.168.0.23

Figure 3-5: Version 2 QAM to IP

Table 3.3a: Rear Panel Connections - QAM to IP (See Figure 3-4 & Figure 3-5)

Port Type Applies to Description

Management GbE All The Management Port used to con gure the encoder. Factory set to 192.168.0.23 address.

Craft Port GbE All Used to connect a computer for accessing the UI for device management if the management

GbE0 GbE All Output ports used exclusively for IP based streaming content.

GbE1 GbE All Output ports used exclusively for IP based streaming content.

GbE2 GbE All Output ports used exclusively for IP based streaming content.

RF Input “F” Female All RF input from the Cable System for incoming QAMs.

Input TP -20 dB “F” Female All Used to connect an RF test meter to monitor RF Input 20 dB below the RF Input levels.

Modem “F” Female All Port to connect a cable modem for remote management and monitoring purposes.

Power Switch Momentary

All Used to power up or power down the Device.

Switch

Factory Reset Recessed

Reboot Recessed

button

All Allows the device to be returned to factory settings and erases all con guration. Hold for

All Performs a warm reboot of device.

button

Power Supply
Alarm Reset

Momentary
Button

All This is present only on dual redundant power supply option. Used to temporarily disable

Safety Ground Screw All Provided to connect an Earth ground to the chassis for electrical safety.

On Version 3 this is labeled eth1.

port is in use. Factory set to 192.168.250.2 address. On Version 3 this is labeled eth2.

40 seconds.

the audible power supply alarm when one power supply or its power source have failed.

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Output Test

Input Test

192.168.0.23

Port Type Applies to Description

EAS Ethernet Ethernet Ver3 & Ver2 Provides input connection to the Device for the EAS multicast from an EAS generator.

USB USB 2.0 Ver2 & Ver3 Used in Version 2 devices to connect a USB network dongle to allow input of EAS multicast.

Console DB9 Ver3 Not used in this application.

Service GbE Ver3 Not used in this application.

VGA DE15 Ver3 Not used in this application.

3.4 UCrypt QAM to Analog

3.4.1 Version 3 UCrypt QAM to Analog

This EAS input function for version 3 is an Ethernet input port. Not used on Version 3.

-20 dB

RF Output Modem

Safety Ground Tuner & CableCARD™ Modules

Power Supply Alarm Reset

RF Input

USB Ports

-20 dB

Craft Port

192.168.250.2

Management Port

EAS SCTE18
Multicast IP Input

Figure 3-6: Version 3 QAM to Analog

Table 3.4a: Rear Panel Connections - QAM to Analog (See Figure 3-6)

Port Type Applies to Description

Management

Port

Craft Port GbE All Used to connect a computer for accessing the UI for device management if the management

Power Switch Momentary

RF Input “F” Female All RF input from the Cable System for incoming QAMs.

Input TP -20 dB“F” Female All Used to connect an RF test meter to monitor RF Input. This test point is 20 dB below the RF

RF Output “F” Female All RF Output from the Analog Modulator.

Output TP -20 dB“F” Female All Used to connect an RF test meter to monitor RF Output. This test point is 20 dB below the

Modem “F” Female All Port to connect a cable modem for remote management and monitoring purposes.

Factory Reset Recessed

Reboot Recessed

Power Supply
Alarm Reset

Safety Ground Screw All Provided to connect an Earth ground to the chassis for electrical safety.

EAS Ethernet Ethernet All Provides input connection to the Device for the EAS multicast from an EAS generator.

USB USB 2.0 All Not used in this application.

Console DB9 All Not used in this application.

Service GbE All Not used in this application.

VGA DE15 All Not used in this application.

GbE All The Management Port used to con gure the encoder. Factory set to 192.168.0.23 address.

On Version 3 this is labeled eth1.

port is in use.

All Used to power up or power down the Device.

Switch

In levels.

RF Out levels.

All Allows the device to be returned to factory settings and erases all con guration. Hold for 40

button

seconds.

All Performs a warm reboot of device.

button

Momentary
Button

All This is present only on dual redundant power supply option. Used to temporarily disable the

audible power supply alarm when one power supply or its power source have failed.

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3.5 UCrypt IP to QAM

Multicast Input Port

Factory Reset

USB Port for

USB Port for

3.5.1 Version 3 UCrypt IP to QAM

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GbE Input Ports Output Test

Safety Ground Tuner & CableCARD™ Modules

Power Supply Alarm Reset

USB Ports

3.5.2 Version 2 UCrypt IP to QAM

Safety Ground

RF Output

-20 dB

Craft Port

192.168.250.2

Management Port

192.168.0.23

Figure 3-7: Version 3 IP to QAM

GbE Input Ports

RF Output Output Test

-20 dB

Power Switch

(hold 40 Sec)

Reboot

EAS SCTE18

EAS SCTE18
Multicast Input

Power Supply Alarm Reset

Figure 3-8: Version 2 IP to QAM

3.5.3 Version 1.7 & 1.8 UCrypt IP to QAM

Safety Ground

Power Supply Alarm Reset

Figure 3-9: Version 2 IP to QAM

GbE Input Ports

Craft Port

192.168.250.2

RF Output Output Test

-20 dB

Craft Port

192.168.250.2

Power Switch

Management Port

192.168.0.23

Factory Reset

(hold 40 Sec)

Reboot

Management Port

192.168.0.23

EAS SCTE18
Multicast Input

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MPEG Input Ports MPEG Output Ports

192.168.0.23

Multicast IP Input

Table 3.5a: Rear Panel Connections - IP to QAM (See Figure 3-7, Figure 3-8 & Figure 3-9)

Port Type Applies to Description

Management GbE All The Management Port used to congure the encoder. Factory set to 192.168.0.23

Craft Port GbE All Used to connect a computer for accessing the UI for device management if the

GbE0 GbE All Input ports used exclusively for IP based streaming content.

GbE1 GbE All Input ports used exclusively for IP based streaming content.

GbE2 GbE All Input ports used exclusively for IP based streaming content.

RF Out “F” Female All RF Output from QAM Modulator.

TP -20 dB “F” Female All Used to connect an RF test meter to monitor RF Output. This test point is 20 dB below

Power Switch Momentary

Factory Reset Recessed

Reboot Recessed

Power Supply
Alarm Reset

Safety Ground Screw All Provided to connect an Earth ground to the chassis for electrical safety.

EAS Ethernet Ethernet Ver2 & Ver3 Provides input connection to the Device for the EAS multicast from an EAS generator.

USB USB 2.0 Ver2 & Ver3 Used in Version 2 devices to connect a USB network dongle to allow input of EAS

Console DB9 Ver3 Not used in this application.

Service GbE Ver3 Not used in this application.

VGA DE15 Ver3 Not used in this application.

Switch

button

button

Momentary
Button

address. On Version 3 this is labeled eth1.

management port is in use. Factory set to 192.168.250.2 address. On Version 3 this is
labeled eth2.

the RF Out levels.

All Used to power up or power down the Device.

All Allows the device to be returned to factory settings and erases all conguration. Hold for

40 seconds.

All Performs a warm reboot of device.

All This is present only on dual redundant power supply option. Used to temporarily disable

the audible power supply alarm when one power supply or its power source have failed.

multicast. This EAS input function for version 3 is an Ethernet input port. USB not used
on Version 3.

3.6 UCrypt IP to IP

3.6.1 Version 3 UCrypt IP to IP

Safety Ground

Power Supply Alarm Reset

GbE0 GbE0GbE2GbE1 GbE2GbE1

USB Ports

Craft Port

192.168.250.2

Management Port

Figure 3-10: Version 3 IP to IP

EAS SCTE18

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3.6.2 Version 2 UCrypt IP to IP

192.168.0.23

Factory Reset

USB Port for

192.168.250.2

Factory Reset

Multicast Input

Safety Ground

MPEG Input Ports

GbE0 GbE0GbE2GbE1 GbE2GbE1

MPEG Output Ports

Power Switch

(hold 40 Sec)

Reboot

EAS SCTE18
Multicast Input

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Power Supply Alarm Reset

3.6.3 Version 1.7 & 1.8 UCrypt IP to IP

Safety Ground

Power Supply Alarm Reset

Table 3.6a: Rear Panel Connections - IP to IP (See Figure 3-10, Figure 3-11 & Figure 3-12)

Port Type

Management GbE All The Management Port used to con gure the encoder. Factory set to 192.168.0.23 address.

Craft Port GbE All Used to connect a computer for accessing the UI for device management if the management

GbE0 GbE All Input or output ports used exclusively for IP based streaming content.

GbE1 GbE All Input or output ports used exclusively for IP based streaming content.

GbE2 GbE All Input or output ports used exclusively for IP based streaming content.

Power Switch Momentary

Switch

Factory Reset Recessed

button

Reboot Recessed

button

Power Supply
Alarm Reset

Momentary
Button

Safety Ground Screw All Provided to connect an Earth ground to the chassis for electrical safety.

EAS Ethernet Ethernet Ver3, 1.7

USB USB 2.0 Ver2 Used in Version 2 devices to connect a USB network dongle to allow input of EAS multicast.

Console DB9 Ver3 Not used in this application.

Applies toDescription

All Used to power up or power down the Device.

All Allows the device to be returned to factory settings and erases all con guration. Hold for 40

All Performs a warm reboot of device.

All This is present only on dual redundant power supply option. Used to temporarily disable the

& 1.8

Craft Port

Management Port

Figure 3-11: Version 2 IP to IP

MPEG Input Ports

GbE0 GbE0GbE2GbE1 GbE2GbE1

MPEG Output Ports

Craft Port

192.168.250.2

Power Switch

Management Port

192.168.0.23

(hold 40 Sec)

Reboot

EAS SCTE18

Figure 3-12: Version 1.7 & 1.8 IP to IP

On Version 3 this is labeled eth1.

port is in use. Factory set to 192.168.250.2 address. On Version 3 this is labeled eth2.

seconds.

audible power supply alarm when one power supply or its power source have failed.

Provides input connection to the Device for the EAS multicast from an EAS generator.

This EAS input function for version 3 is an Ethernet input port. USB not used on Version 3.

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Port Type

Service GbE Ver3 Not used in this application.

VGA DE15 Ver3 Not used in this application.

Applies toDescription

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INSTALLATION

4. Installation

This chapter provides a guide to get your Device installed in a rack and connected safely.

4.1 Chapter Contents

• “Preparation for Installation”

• “Precautions”

• “General Mechanical”

• “General Electrical”

• “General Environment”

• “Gigabit Ethernet Ports”

• “Install the Device”

• “Equipment Safety Grounding”

• “AC Power Supplies”

• “DC Power Supplies”

• “Power Supply Redundancy”

CHAPTER 4: INSTALLATION

4.2 Preparation for Installation

Carefully unpack the equipment from the shipping box. If the box or equipment is damaged, notify the freight company to make
a damage claim. If you suspect that there is a problem with the equipment that may preclude safe operation, do not install or

operate it. Contact ATX Networks immediately for instructions.

WARNING: This equipment is intended for installation in a RESTRICTED ACCESS LOCATION

only.

WARNING: This equipment is NOT for use in a computer room as defi ned in the Standard for

Protection of Electronic Computer/Data Processing Equipment, ANSI/NFPA 75.

WARNING: This equipment is intended for use in a fi xed position and should be installed securely

before operation is initiated.

4.3 Precautions

4.3.1 Electrical Precautions

Basic electrical safety precautions should be followed to protect yourself from harm and the Device chassis from damage:

• Be aware of the locations of the power on/off switch on the chassis as well as the room’s emergency power-off switch,
disconnection switch or electrical outlet. If an electrical accident occurs, you can then quickly remove power from the
system.

• Power should always be disconnected from the system when servicing. When disconnecting power, you should  rst
power down the operating system  rst and then unplug the power cords. The unit has more than one power supply
cord. Disconnect two power supply cords before servicing to avoid electrical shock.

• When working around exposed electrical circuits, another person who is familiar with the power-off controls should
be nearby to switch off the power if necessary.

• Use only one hand when working with powered-on electrical equipment. This is to avoid making a complete circuit,
which will cause electrical shock. Use extreme caution when using metal tools, which can easily damage any electrical
components or circuit boards they come into contact with.

• Do not use mats designed to decrease static electrical discharge as protection from electrical shock. Instead, use
rubber mats that have been speci cally designed as electrical insulators.

• The power supply power cords must include a grounding pin and must be plugged into grounded electrical outlets.

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• Remove any jewelry or metal objects from your body, which are excellent metal conductors that can create short
circuits and harm you if they come into contact with printed circuit boards or areas where power is present.

• This product may be connected to an IT power system. In all cases, make sure that the unit is also reliably connected
to Earth (ground).

4.3.2 General Precautions

WARNING: The RF connections provided with this equipment are not intended for direct connection

to any outside telecommunications network or outside cable distribution plant.

WARNING: When the equipment is lifted by the front handles, always use both front handles for

security. Never lift this equipment using only a single front handle due to the weight of the equipment.

• The Devices weighs up to approximately 30 lbs (13.5kg). When lifting the system, two people should lift slowly with
their feet spread out to distribute the weight. Always keep your back straight and lift with your legs.

• While working on the system, do not wear loose clothing such as neckties and unbuttoned shirt sleeves, which can
come into contact with electrical circuits or be pulled into a cooling fan.

• After accessing the inside of the Device, close the chassis back up and secure it to the rack unit with the retention
screws and ensure that all connections have been made.

4.3.3 Chassis Precautions

• Determine the placement of each component in the rack before you install the rails.

• Install the heaviest components on the bottom of the rack  rst, and then work up.

• Use a regulating uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to protect the Device from power surges, voltage spikes and to

keep your system operating in case of a power failure.

• Allow any power supply modules to cool before touching them.

4.3.4 Rack Precautions

• Ensure that the leveling jacks on the bottom of the rack are fully extended to the  oor with the full weight of the rack
resting on them.

• In single rack installation, stabilizers should be attached to the rack. In multiple rack installations, the racks should
be coupled together.

• Mechanical Loading - Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition is not
achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.

4.4 General Mechanical

• The equipment will require 3RU of vertical rack space and may be mounted directly above or below other equipment
without providing space between, however, 1RU space is recommended to be maintained from other equipment
which generates signi cant heat.

• Leave enough clearance in front of the rack to enable you to work on the chassis (~25 inches) and approximately 30
inches of clearance in the back of the rack to allow for suf cient air ow and ease of servicing.

NOTE: More general information about equipment abient temperature requirements may be found
in this document from ATX Networks: http://www.atxnetworks.com/pdf/ANW1066_MDU_UCrypt_

Environment_Temp_Considerations_InfoSheet.pdf

• Rear support of the unit is mandatory and rails for attachment to rear supports are provided. Do not use the unit
chassis to support other equipment. Alternately, if rear support rails are unavailable or impractical, install the unit on
a well supported shelf.

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• Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the mains power and the effect that any
possible overloading of circuits might have on over current protection and supply wiring. Appropriate consideration of
equipment nameplate ratings of all connected equipment should be used when addressing this concern.

• Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained in addition to any grounding conductor provided
in the power cord. Particular attention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the
branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips).

4.6 General Environment

• Be sure to maintain freedom of air movement around equipment to ensure safe operation.

• Installation of the equipment in enclosed racks is not recommended due to possibility of restricted air ow.

• Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air ow required for safe operation of the

equipment is not compromised.

• The equipment is designed to operate to specication in an ambient temperature of +0°C to +40°C (+35°F to +104°F),
however, normal room temperature is recommended to ensure long term operation of the equipment.

• If equipment is installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient temperature of the rack
environment may be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consideration should be given to installing the equipment
in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) of +40°C (+104°F).

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4.7 Gigabit Ethernet Ports

The input ports are auto MDI-MDIx and intended to be connected to a network distribution switch using straight through wired
Cat5e or better quality cable. The rear panel Management Interface port allows connection to a notebook or desktop PC for
managing and conguring the system. The port may be connected to directly, or in the case of a headend with many devices to
manage, may be connected to a management network (recommended) or the distribution switch containing the video stream
content. Connections should be made with Cat5e or better network cables. The GigE management port is auto MDI-MDIx and
may be connected to a switch or router with a straight through wired cable.

4.7.1 Management Port (eth1)

The rear panel Management Interface port eth1 allows connection to a notebook or desktop PC for managing and conguring
the GUI. The port may be connected to directly, or in the case of a headend with many devices to manage, may be connected
to a management network (recommended) or the distribution switch containing the video stream content. Connections should
be made with Cat5e or better network cables. The 10/100 Base-T management ports is auto-negotiating and should be
connected to a switch or router with a straight through wired cable. Direct connection to a PC may be made with the supplied
crossover cable.

4.7.2 Ethernet Streaming Ports (GbE0, GbE1, GbE2)

The ports are auto-negotiating and intended to be connected to a network distribution switch using straight through wired
Cat5e or better quality cable. The 10/100/1000 Base-T ports negotiate an appropriate connection speed dependant on the
type of external port it is connected to.

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4.8 Install the Device

This section provides information on installing the Device chassis in a rack unit with the rails provided. There are a variety of
rack units on the market, which may mean that the assembly procedure will differ slightly from the instructions provided. You
should also refer to the installation instructions or adapt these instructions to suit the rack unit you are using.

NOTE: The illustrations in Figure 4-1 and Figure 3-7 are for general guidance purposes only.

Always install the Device chassis to the bottom of the rack fi rst to avoid the rack becoming top

heavy.

4.8.1 Mount the Chassis

1. Con rm that you have the four mounting screws required to mount the chassis into a rack.

2. Align the thru holes of the chassis with the thru holes of the rack.

3. Insert the mounting screws into the thru holes in the front of the chassis and through the thru holes in the rack as
shown in Figure 4-1 and Figure 4-2.

Figure 4-1: Install Chassis to Standard Rack

Figure 4-2: Install Chassis to Telco Rack

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4.9 Equipment Safety Grounding

Reliable earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular attention should be given to supply connections
other than direct connections to the branch circuit (e.g. use of power strips). The following guidelines are provided to clarify
the requirements for the installation to meet UL, CUL and CB standards. The use of the words “Ground” and “Earth” as well as
“Grounding” and “Earthing” may be used interchangeably and in this context, have the same meaning.

WARNING: To comply with standards it is imperative that the chassis be connected to a

permanent building ground before connecting any power supply conductors due to high leakage

currents present in redundant power supply con gurations. A warning label, shown in Figure 4-3,
is attached to all affected products.

Figure 4-3: Leakage Current Warning Label

The Device housing and power supplies must be connected to a permanent building ground in a manner that will ensure that
the exposed metal parts are constantly connected to ground through independent means even when the power supply cord
or wires may be disconnected temporarily. A ground connection screw terminal is provided on the rear panel to conveniently
effect such a connection.

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4.9.1 Ground Connection

The supplementary equipment grounding conductor is to be installed between the rear panel ground screw and earth, that
is, in addition to the equipment ground conductor in the power supply cord or wires. The screw terminals provided for this
connection are located on the rear panel. Refer to the rear panel layout for your model (see “Rear Panels” on page 3-1) to
locate the safety ground connection.

4.9.2 Ground Conductor Size

The supplementary equipment grounding conductor may not be smaller in size than the branch-circuit supply conductors
or a minimum #14 AWG. The supplementary equipment grounding conductor is to be connected at the rear panel terminal
provided, and connected to earth in a manner that will retain the earth connection when the power supply cord is unplugged.

The connection to earth of the supplementary grounding conductor shall be in compliance with the appropriate rules for

terminating bonding jumpers in Part V of Article 250 of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, and Section 10 of Part I
of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA C22.1.

4.9.3 Ground Conductor Termination

Termination of the supplementary equipment grounding conductor may be made to building steel, to a metal electrical raceway
system, or to any grounded item that is permanently and reliably connected to the electrical service equipment earth.

4.9.4 Ground Conductor Type

Bare, covered or insulated grounding conductors are acceptable. A covered or insulated grounding conductor shall have a
continuous outer  nish that is either green, or green with one or more yellow stripes.

4.10 AC Power Supplies

Both the redundant and non-redundant AC power supplies are auto-sensing switching type power supply systems which may
be operated on input voltages from 115 VAC to 230 VAC. There is no need to con gure the power supplies to operate on any
voltage in this range.

4.10.1 AC Power Cord Protection

Measures must be taken during installation to route or arrange the power supply cords or wires to prevent physical damage
and to avoid the possibility of future damage occurring. The cords shall be installed and routed such that, throughout it’s
length, the cord and it’s points of connection are not strained in any way.

4.10.2 AC Power Cord Attachment

The unit AC power supply cords shall not be attached to a building surface, bundled with audio, video or RF coaxial cables,
nor run through walls, ceilings,  oors and similar openings in the building structure.

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4.10.3 Provision of Electrical AC Power Outlet

An AC electrical power outlet of appropriate type and rating shall be provided near the location where the unit is installed
and easily accessible such that the provided power supply cords may be routed in an appropriate manner, without the use of
extension cords, between the receptacle and the chassis. Alternately, the chassis shall be installed in close proximity to an
existing AC electrical outlet such that the requirements of this paragraph are achieved.

4.10.4 IEC C13 Power Input Cord for AC

The AC power input receptacle is a standard IEC C14 socket connector similar to that commonly used on computers and
monitors. The power cords provided with the IP2A product is a North American con guration with a NEMA 5-15 grounded
plug for 115 VAC. If it is necessary to operate the product on 230 VAC, the installer must obtain IEC C13 cords with a NEMA
6-15 grounded plug for use in North America. This may be obtained at time of order from ATX Networks or locally. If shipped
outside of North America, the Device will be supplied with an IEC C13 cord set appropriate for the locale to which it is shipped.

4.10.5 AC Input Power Requirements

When installing the equipment, it is the responsibility of the installer to determine that suf cient capacity is available in the
electrical circuit feeding the unit to avoid overloading the supply circuit. The AC model will require power to be supplied from a
properly grounded AC outlet. The installer shall determine that the AC power outlet, its wiring and receptacle is in compliance
with local and/or national electrical codes as applicable. The AC input power requirement is constant over the range of input
voltages. At higher input voltages, the current consumption is lower than it is at lower voltages where the input current is higher.

4.11 DC Power Supplies

Applies to IP2IP Models Only

4.11.1 DC Power Supply Connections

The optional redundant DC power supply system is intended to operate on nominal -48 VDC power systems but functions
between -40 and -57.2 VDC. A pair of insulated #12 AWG DC power wires must be  eld installed for each of the two modules
using permanent wiring methods. Wire insulation colors must be different for each of the two conductors clearly indicating
the polarity of the voltage. It is recommended that stranded conductors be used and that RED colored wire be used for the
0V conductor and BLACK for the -48V conductor. Crimped on style Ring or Spade terminals may be used and it is also
permissible to strip the wire 8mm, twist the stranded conductors tightly and clamp the wire in the provided wire clamp as
illustrated in Figure 4-4.

Figure 4-4: DC Power Module Connections

Safety
Ground

0 Volts In

Figure 4-5: DC Power Supply

Latch

-48 Volts In

Mute
Alarm

4.11.2 DC Disconnect and Fusing

Each DC power module should be externally fused or otherwise adequately protected at no more that 20 Amperes and
must be provided with it’s own external readily accessible disconnect device. Each disconnect must be prominently labeled
indicating the units being powered and with adequate instructions for the removal of all power from the unit being serviced.
The disconnect must be turned off for BOTH power modules before removing supply wires from the module terminal blocks
when replacing a power supply module or otherwise servicing the unit.

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4.12 Power Supply Redundancy

Redundant power supplies are each able to provide the required power safely if one fails. To retain the redundancy feature,
replace a failed power module as soon as possible. A power module failure or the failure of the supply current or protection
fuse will be indicated by an audible alarm within the power modules and the green power status LED on the power module will
be extinguished. Silence the audible alarm with the red rear panel Alarm Reset switch adjacent to the power supply modules.

4.12.1 Redundant Power Module Replacement

AC Version

WARNING: The power cords for BOTH power modules must be disconnected before attempting

to remove the power modules or otherwise servicing the unit.

Power module failure will be indicated by the alarm being sounded and the green status light on the module will no longer be lit.
This power module may be replaced by  rst disconnecting the AC power cord from the input socket of BOTH power modules,
then release the module by pressing on the thumb latch at the bottom of each module. Extract the module and replace with
an identical replacement module only.

DC Version

Applies to IP2IP Models Only

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WARNING: The external disconnect for BOTH power modules must be turned off before

attempting to disconnect the DC wiring from the power module terminals or otherwise servicing the
unit.

Power module failure will be indicated by the alarm being sounded and the green status light on the module will no longer be

lit. This power module may be replaced by  rst disconnecting the DC power at the external disconnect device for BOTH power
modules then use a #2 Phillips screw driver to remove the DC wires from the failed module terminals. Release the module by
pressing down on the thumb latch on each module and extract the module using the integral handle. Replace with an identical
replacement module only.

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5. Initial Startup

We provide a brief summary of the steps to get logged in to the Device UI. See the UCrypt Operation manual for UI con guration
guidance.

5.1 Connecting to the Management Computer

The device is provided with a Gigabit Ethernet port on the rear panel for connecting to the Management Interface for initial
con guration and ongoing monitoring and maintenance. The location of the port varies with hardware versions. Refer to the
rear panel illustration for your model, see “Rear Panels” on page 3-1, to locate the Management Port.

If the equipment is to be connected to a local cable modem for remote con guration or monitoring, a standard Ethernet cable
will be required for the connection to the modem. The modem will be connected in place of the Management Computer. In this
case if a local computer is also required connect it to the Craft port. The craft port has a static IP address of 192.168.250.2.

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Management Port

192.168.0.23

Figure 5-1: Connect Management Computer

5.2 Factory Default IP Address

The Management Interface is a secure web server and will require a locally connected PC to complete the con guration. The
network port through which access to the web server is available has been factory pre-con gured with the following network
settings.

Table 5.2a: Factory Default IP Addresses

IP Address 192.168.0.23

Subnet Mask 255.255.255.0

5.3 Computer Requirements

It is recommended that the Management Computer meet these minimum requirements.

5.3.1 Minimum Computer Requirements

• Computer running your choice of OS

• Ethernet Network port available

• Web browser for Management Interface

Management Computer

192.168.0.100

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3

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5.4 Confi gure Your Computer

Set your computer’s wired network IP address and subnet to be on the same subnet as the UCrypt Device. For example use

192.168.0.50/24.

5.5 Use a Browser to Login

1. Open any browser and enter the Device factory default IP address, 192.168.0.23, see Figure 5-2.

2. If this is the  rst time you have connected to this unit with this Management Computer, you may get a browser
security warning, see Figure 5-3, however, depending on the browser you used, your message may look different
that this. This is warning is due to the UCrypt Device having a self signed security certi cate. It is not a security threat
but your browser identi es it as such due to the certi cate being self signed. Click through to accept the warning. You
may later add your own security certi cate during con guration.

Figure 5-2: Enter IP Address 192.168.0.23

Figure 5-3: Warning For Firefox

3. The login page is presented, Figure 1-2. Enter the Master User Name and Password from Table 5.5a.

4. Click Login.

Figure 5-4: Login with Credentials

Table 5.5a: Factory Default User Names and Passwords

Account User Default Password Modify Settings Install Updates Change Passwords

master atx_ucrypt_master_password Yes Yes Ye s

admin atx_ucrypt_admin_password Ye s No No

user atx_ucrypt_user_password No No No

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FYI: If the device has previously been confi gured with a different User Name and Password, use

the appropriate values for this unit. When the User Name and Password are changed in the unit,
the factory default values are lost. There is no “back door” User Name and Password

5. Following login, the default page is presented, Figure 5-5. Your screen may differ slightly from the illustration
depending on the model and whether the device has previously applied con guration settings or if it is factory new.

Figure 5-5: Login to Main Page

6. Now, refer to the UCrypt Operation Manual for details about con guration.

5.6 Reset Device to Factory

WARNING: Using this reset feature erases all confi guration database to factory settings. Be

sure you have a backup taken before proceeding.

It is still possible to access the device if the master password is forgotten or was changed. On the rear panel is a recessed
switch labeled Factory. Depressing this switch and holding for at least 40 seconds will restore the entire Device and all internal
con guration to factory defaults; Management Interface network address will be reset to 192.168.0.23. The Factory reset
erases any and all programming confi gurations in effect. The position of the switch depends on the hardware version so
refer to the rear panel layout for your model. See “Rear Panels” on page 3-1 to locate the factory reset switch.

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SERVICE & SUPPORT

6. Service & Support

6.1 Contact ATX Networks

Please contact ATX Technical Support for assistance with any ATX products. Please contact ATX Customer Service to obtain
a valid RMA number for any ATX products that require service and are in or out-of-warranty before returning a failed module
to the factory.

Digital Video Products

(DVIS, DigiVu, UCrypt, VersAtivePro)

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

Tel: [phone] – press *3 then press 1

Toll Free: [phone] – press *3 then press 1 (USA & Canada only)

Email: [email protected]

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CUSTOMER SERVICE

ATX Networks
1-501 Clements Road West
Ajax, ON L1S 7H4 Canada

Tel: [phone] – press *1
Toll Free: [phone] – press *1 (USA & Canada only)
Fax: [phone]
Toll Free Fax: [phone] (USA & Canada only)

Email: [email protected]
Web: www.atxnetworks.com

6.2 Warranty Information

All of ATX Networks’ products have a 1-year warranty that covers manufacturer’s defects or failures.

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