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The software described in this document is f urnished under a license agreement and may be used
only in accordance with the terms of the agreement.
The product described in this document is distributed under licenses restricting its use, copying,
distribution, and decompilation / reverse engineering. No part of this document may be reproduced in
any form by any means without prior written authorizat ion of Clear-Com, an HME Company.
Clear-Com Offices are located in California, USA; Cambridge, UK; Montreal , Canada; and Beijing,
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7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in acc ordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide bl ade or the third prong are provided
for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit int o your outl et, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit f rom the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or s ol d
with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-cord supply or pl ug is damaged, liquid 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.
15. Warning: To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this product to rain or
moisture.
Safety symbols
Familiarize yourself with the safety symbols in Erro r! Re fer ence source not found.. These symbols
are displayed on the apparatus and warn you of t he pot ential danger of electric shock if the system is
used improperly. They also refer you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the
product user manual.
Figure 1 Safety symbols
Mains power cord
Eclipse HX matrices are powered by an internal power supply. The cord to connect t he i nt ernal power
supply to the mains supply must conform to t he following:
•The mains power cord shall have an IEC C13 connectorat one end and a mains power plug
at the other end.
•An IEC C13plug has three pins, the centre pin carrying the earth / ground. The other two
pins carry neutral and live circuits.
•The conductors of the mains cords shall have adequate cross-sectional area for rated current
consumption of the equipment.
•The mains plug that con nects to the mains supply mustbe approved for use in the country
where the equipment is to be used.
•The mains power cord mu st be an IEC mains power cord complying with standard
IEC60320; IEC320/C13.
• Mains power cords use d i n the U.S. must also comply with standard UL817.
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Servicing instructions are for use by qualified personnel only. To reduce the risk
2 Introduction
The system is a digital point-to-point intercom platform, designed to seamles sly
integrate your entire your entire intercom infrastr uct ure (digital, wireless, IP-based and analog
intercom systems). The system comprises matri ces, interface cards and modules, user panels and
interface frames.
At the heart of the system is the central matrix, comprising a matrix and the highly intuitive
configuration software, run from an external PC. The Eclipse HX-Delta User Guide describes how to
use the Eclipse HX-Delta, a 3RU matrix with 2 CPU cards, and slots for 4 interface cards and 3
interface modules.
The guide:
•Provides an overview of the Eclipse HX-Delta, including the interface cards that you can fit to
the matrix.
• Describes how to install, use and maintain an Eclipse HX-Delta.
• Describes how to use a range of interface cards with the matrix, including the E-FIB,
E-MADI64, E-QUE, IVC-32 and LMC-64 interface cards.
•Provides detailed sp ecif ications for the Eclipse HX-Delta.
Tip: For more detailed information about installing an Eclipse HX system, see the Eclipse HX Matrix
Installation Guide.
For more information about EHX, see your EHX documentation, including EHX Help
(integrated with your software).
of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that described by this
guide, unless qualified to do so. Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel.
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Chapter
Summary
Important safety instructions for installing, using and maintaining
2 Introduction
This chapter. An introduction to this guide.
3 Overview
4 Installing the
Describes how to install the Eclipse HX-Delta matrix, including
5 Using the Eclipse HX-Delta
Describes how to use the Eclipse HX-Delta, including the front
6 E-MADI64 card
Describes the E-MADI64 card, which provides up to 64 duplex
7 E-FIB fiber card
Describes how to connect matrices (Eclipse HX-Delta, Eclipse
8 E-QUE E1/T1 card
Describes how to set up and use the E-QUE interface, which
9 IVC-32 card for IP-based
Describes how to set up and use the IVC-32 interface, which
10 LMC-64 metering card
Describes how to use the Eclipse HX level metering card (LM C-
11 Maintaining the
Describes maintenance tasks for the Eclipse HX-Delta, including
12 Specifications
Technical specifications for the Eclipse HX-Delta
13 Glossary
Glossary of terms used in relation to the Eclipse HX system
2.1 Chapters summary
1 Important Safety Instructions
Eclipse HX-Delta
the Eclipse HX-Delta.
An overview of the Eclipse HX system, the Eclipse HX-Delta
matrix, and the interface cards that may be fitted to the matrix.
the CPU cards, MVX-A16 cards, and other interface cards.
panel controls and the information LEDs, the CPU ca rd, and
power supplies.
channels of AES3 digital audio over a coaxial cable or fiber pair
between compatible devices. The card supports both direct and
trunk connections.
HX-Median, Eclipse HX-Omega and Eclipse HX-PiCo) together,
using the E-FIB fiber interface.
connections
Eclipse HX-Delta
connects the Eclipse HX-Delta with wireless intercom systems
(such as CellCom / FreeSpeak), E1 and T1 trunk lines, and E1
direct lines.
enables the Eclipse HX-Delta to connect over IP to V-Series IP
panels, other matrices, Concert and other IP-based intercom
systems.
64) to provide audio level metering to Production Maestro Pro
(the Eclipse HX centralized routing tool application).
the replacement of components.
Table 1: Chapters summary
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2.2 Further information
For more information about any of the Eclipse HX system components referenced in this guide
(including matrices, interface cards, inte rf ace modules and EHX configuration software), see the
specific manual / documentation for that device or software.
Eclipse HX documentation is available from:
• Your product DVD-ROM.
• The Clear-Com website (http://www.clearcom.com/product/digital-matrix
For sales information, see your Clear-Com sales r epresentative. For contact information, see Page 2
of this guide.
).
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Matrix
Description
Eclipse HX-Delta
3 Overview
This chapter provides an overview of the Eclipse HX-Delta matrix, including the interface cards and
modules that can be fitted to the matrix.
3.1 Eclipse HX matrices
There are four types of Eclipse HX matrix available from Clear-Com:
The Eclipse HX-Delta has slots for 2
CPU cards, 4 interface cards and 3
interface modules in a three rack unit
(3RU) frame.
Eclipse HX-Median
Eclipse HX-Omega
For more information, see this guide.
The Eclipse HX-Median has slots for
2 CPU cards, 7 interface cards, and 8
interface modules in a six rack unit
(6RU) frame.
For more information, see the
Eclipse HX-Median User Guide.
The largest matrix in the Eclipse HX
range.
The Eclipse HX-Omega has slots for
2 CPU cards and 15 interface cards in
a six rack unit (6RU) frame.
For more information, see the Eclipse HX-Omega User Guide.
Eclipse HX-PiCo
The Eclipse HX-PiCo provides up to
32 panel and 4 additional four-wire
ports in a one rack unit (1RU). For
more information, see the
Eclipse HX-PiCo User Guide.
Table 2: Eclipse HX Matrices
3.2 Eclipse HX-Delta
A complete Eclipse HX-Delta system consists of a central matrix and the remote audio
devices (which may include user panels, interface cards, interface modules, four-wire
devices and systems) connected to it.
Note:
The term central matrix is used to differentiate the core hardware and software from the
connected user panels and interfaces. The central matrix itself consists of the matrix
hardware (the Eclipse HX-Delta matrix) and the EHX configuration software.
3.2.1 Chassis and assembly
The matrix chassis is a metal rectangular box which measures three rack units (6RU) high
and 19-inches wide (13.45 cm x 48.3 cm). The Eclipse HX-Delta has:
• 2 CPU cards.
• Slots for 4 interface cards, and 3 interface modules.
• 2 12V external power supplies (for redundancy).
• 2 internal cooling fans (for redundancy).
• Rear to front Ethernet / panel feed through.
• Front handles for easier removal from the rack.
RJ-45 and fiber-optic connectors are located on removable plates on the rear of the chassis.
These connect the interface cards and modules to user panels, four-wire audio equipment,
wireless equipment, and other intercom devices.
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3.2.2 Eclipse HX-Delta front panel
Figure 2: Eclipse HX-Delta front panel
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Feature
Description
A
B
C
D
E
Key: Eclipse HX-Delta front panel
Interface modules. The Eclipse HX-Delta can house up to 3 interface modules.
Blank panels can be installed to unused slots.
For more information, see 3.4
LAN / PNL connector. Front to rear Ethernet / panel feed through
Interface cards. Up to 4 interface cards can be installed to the matrix. Blank
panels can be installed to unused slots.
For more information, see 3.3
CPU cards (P1 and P2). Two CPU cards are fitted to each Eclipse HX-Delta
system, in a master and slave relationship.
The second CPU card provides redundancy in the case of outages or planned
maintenance. Only one rear-panel CPU card is required.
Interface modules.
Interface cards.
For more information, see 3.2.6
Power status and alarm lights
A range of power status and alarm lights are displayed on the front of the
matrix. An alarm reset button (pressed using a pin) is located above the power
status and alarm lights.
Under normal operating conditions, the red alarm lights remain off, while the
green power supply lights stay on continuously.
The status and alarm lights comprise the following:
•Power status light [Power Good]. When lit, thisgreen status light
indicates that the matrix is receiving power from at least one of the two
external 12V power supplies.
•Main alarm light [Alarm]. An alarm source triggers the red main alarm
light and also one of the additional, specific red alarm lights, allowing
you to identify or correct alarm conditions before they affect the
operation of the matrix.
•CPU card alarm light [Config Alarm]. When lit, this red alarm light
indicates a CPU card failure. An audible alarm is given simultaneously.
•External alarm light [Ext Alarm]. When lit, the red external alarm light
indicates that an external alarm condition is present.
.
The external alarm is connected to the matrix through the 9-pin D-type
connector on the matrix’s rear panel labeled Alarm I/O.
CPU card.
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• Temperature warning light [Overtemp]. When lit, this red warning
F
light indicates that the matrix is above the maximum operational
temperature limit and is in danger of overheating.
•Internal PSU failure light [Int PSU Fail]. When lit, this red warning
light indicates that the internal power supply has failed.
•External PSU failure lights [Ext PSU Fail (1/2)]. There are two
external PSU failure lights, one for each of the twin external 12V power
supplies. When lit, the red warning light indicates that the external
power supply has failed. If both lights are lit, both the power supplies
have failed.
•Fan failure lights [Fan Fail (1/2)]. There are two cooling fan failure
lights, one for each of the two cooling fans in the matrix. When lit, the
red warning light indicates that a fan has failed. If both lights are lit, both
the fans have failed.
For more information, see 5.7
Power status and alarm lights.
Handle. There are handles on either side of the matrix to facilitate placing and
removing the Eclipse HX-Delta in the 19” rack.
Table 3: Key to Eclipse HX-Delta front panel
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3.2.3 Eclipse HX-Delta rear panel
Figure 3 Eclipse HX-Delta rear panel
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Feature
Description
A
B
C
D
E
Key: Eclipse HX-Delta rear panel
DC power supply connectors. For more information about the 12V external
power supplies, see 3.2.4
Spare slots for interface card rear connector panels. All front installed
interface cards require a corresponding rear connector panel. Blank panels can
be installed to unused slots.
The Eclipse HX-Delta has 4 slots available for interface cards. For more
information, see 3.3
CPU card rear panel. The CPU card rear panel houses connectors for an
external PC, network, interfaces, alarms and other matrices.
Up to 2 CPU cards can be installed to the matrix, but only one rear-panel CPU
card is required. Whichever of the two front-installed CPU cards is acting as
master will work in conjunction with this card. For more information, see
3.2.6
CPU card.
Interface cards.
Power supplies.
LAN / PNL connector. Rear to front Ethernet / panel feed through
Interface module slots. The Eclipse HX-Delta has 3 built-in interface module
slots. For more information, see 3.4
Table 4: Key: Eclipse HX-Delta rear panel
Interface modules.
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Feature
Description
directly on the matrix.
3.2.4 Power supplies
The Eclipse HX-Delta matrix has two external 12V power supplies for redundant operation.
One power supply unit can power an entire matrix. The second unit provides a backup in
case of failure or damage to the first unit.
The two external supplies have separate IEC connectors to AC mains, and are designed for
completely automatic and transparent changeover between supplies in the event of a power
outage in one of the AC mains circuits.
Each power supply has an input voltage between 100-240 VAC, 50-60Hz.
3.2.5 Main features of the Eclipse HX-Delta
Features of the Eclipse HX-Delta matrix system include:
Chassis / matrix
Broadcast audio quality
Interface cards
Interface modules
Redundancy
3RU metal frame, with handles to expedite placement in
the rack.
Full audio bandwidth throughout the signal chain,
producing superior broadcast audio quality. The system
maintains 24-bit depth, a sampling rate of 48kHz, and 30
Hz to 22 kHz frequency response.
Support for 4 interface cards, including MVX-A16, E-FIB,
E-MADI64, IVC-32, LMC-64, E-QUE cards.
For more information, see 3.3
Interface cards.
Support for 3 interface modules (used to connect the
matrix to telephones, two-way radios, camera intercoms,
partylines, and other intercom devices).
For more information, see 3.4
Interface modules.
Fail-safe redundancy is achieved with two CPU cards
and two external power supplies.
GPIs / GPOs
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Note:
Power supplies automatically switch to the correct
voltage, for compatibility around the world.
Eight general purpose inputs and eight relays, located
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User panels
VOX
Full compatibility with V-Series and I-Series user panels.
The VOX-programmable audio visually cues you at the
matrix when audio transmits at a programmed threshold
on a connected user panel or interface.
EHX configuration software
EHX provides an intuitive and visual way to configure the
Eclipse HX matrix system. The Eclipse HX-Delta can
store up to four system configurations.
Table 5: Eclipse HX-Delta features
Tip:The number of interface cards that can be fitted to the matrix is limited by port count.
For more information, see
4.4.3 Combining interface cards in the matrix
3.2.6 CPU card
Two CPU cards are fitted to each Eclipse HX-Delta, in a master and slave relationship. The
second CPU card provides redundancy in the case of outages or planned maintenance.
The master CPU card:
• Provides the serial data and Ethernet connection to the connected EHX PC.
• Coordinates the data flow between the other interface cards and modules in the
system, allowing them to communicate with each other.
• Stores up to four complete configurations, enabling the selection and activation of a
configuration directly from the card.
• Includes an additional, embedded configuration, which may be activated from the
card for fast fault checking after the installation or upgrade of the Eclipse HX system.
Tip: A configuration determines the operating parameters of the Eclipse HX matrix system,
including port functions, talk-and-listen audio routes, controls and other functions.
Configurations are created and managed in EHX, for download to the matrices. For more
information about EHX, see 3.5
Note:
EHX configuration software.
The cards slide vertically into the front of the matrix and connect to the backplane.
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3.3 Interface cards
You can fit 4 interface cards to the Eclipse HX-Delta.
The number of different types of interface card you can fit to the matrix is limited by the available port
count (496 audio ports). For more information, see 4.4.3 Combining interface cards in the matrix.
Interface cards slide vertically into the front of the matrix and connect to the backplane.
Note:
The term central matrix is used to differentiate the core hardware and software from the
connected intercom panels and interfaces. The central matrix itself consists of the matrix
hardware (in this case, the Eclipse HX-Delta) and the EHX configuration software.
Tip: For detailed information about installing int erf ace cards, see 4.4 Installing interface cards.
3.3.1 MVX-A16 analog interface card
An MVX-A16 analog port card controls the operation of panels and interfaces connected to
it. User panels and interfaces connect to the port card through an RJ-45 connector (port) on
the rear panel. Shielded CAT5 cable attaches the panel or interface to the RJ-45 connector.
The MVX-A16 analog port card sends balanced audio and RS-422 data signals to connected
audio equipment through 4-pair shielded CAT5 cable. The card connects up to 16 audio
devices (such as user panels, interfaces, or four-wire audio equipment) to the central matrix.
Each audio device connected to an analog port card communicates with all other audio
devices in the system and with the central matrix.
Intelligent linking
For intelligent linking, shielded CAT5 cable is run from a port on one Eclipse HX-Delta matrix
to a port on a second Eclipse HX-Delta matrix to form a trunkline connection.
3.3.2 E-FIB fiber interface card
E-FIB fiber interfaces connect Eclipse HX matrices together to provide a high speed, dual
redundant link to transfer audio samples and data between systems. These connections can
be configured to provide protection against the loss of a link or a node.
Each E-FIB fiber interface card set comprises:
• A front card with various status indicators.
• A rear card with two Duplex LC Terminated fiber optic connectors
The E-QUE interface card allows the Eclipse HX-Delta to connect to FreeSpeak/CellCom
antennas, FreeSpeak/CellCom antenna splitters, and E1 and T1 trunk lines.
Each E-QUE interface card set comprises:
• A front card with a reset button and various status indicators.
• A rear card with eleven RJ-45 ports giving eight standard Ethernet ports, DECT sync
in and out and a LAN port for diagnostic use.
Each E-QUE front card has status LEDs for power, port activity and LAN status. The port
activity LEDs show when
• A device is connected to an E1 port.
• A connection has been established between the E1 port and the connected device.
3.3.4 E-MADI64 MADI interface card
The E-MADI64 is a MADI (Multichannel Audio Digital Interface) card, providing up to 64
duplex channels of AES3 digital audio over a coaxial cable or fiber pair between compatible
devices.
Note:
You have the option in EHX to limit the E-MADI64 card to either 32, 56 or 64 channels of
audio. All MADI channels have standard EHX settings, including VOX and in-use tally. See
also 6 E-MADI64 card.
Each E-MADI64 card set comprises:
• A front card with pin reset and various status indicators (including channel quantity,
sample rate, power and diagnostic (active and error) indicators).
• A rear card with a MADI fiber connector, MADI input and output coaxial cable
connectors, and coaxial Video black and burst / Tri Level HD / Word clock sync input.
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3.3.5 IVC-32 IP interface card
The IVC-32 interface allows the Eclipse HX matrix to connect to IP enabled V-Series panels,
other matrices and Concert users using an IP network.
Each IVC-32 interface comprises:
• A front card with a reset button and various status indicators.
• A rear card with eleven RJ-45 ports giving eight E1/T1 ports (not used), DECT sync
in and out (not used) and a LAN port for IP connectivity.
Each IVC-32 front card has status LEDs for power, port activity and LAN status. The LAN
indicators show whether there is a LAN connection and the IP activity on the LAN port.
IVC-32 Redundant Card
You can add an IVC-32 Redundant Card that provides fail-over redundancy for one or more IVC-32
Cards in the matrix.
An IVC-32 Card will fail-over to the IVC-32 Redundant Card under the following conditions:
• • All configured
• • The IVC-32 Card is detected as absent from the VME backplane.
• • It is requested
A switch back from a redundant card back to a failed card onl y occurs under the following condition:
•The redundant card has failed. If the original card is still in error, then it will switch back and
forward until corrective action is taken.
VoIP ports are unconnected for longer than 90 seconds.
via the EHX Event Log.
3.3.6 LMC-64 metering card
The LMC-64 interface allows the Eclipse HX-Delta to provide Production Maestro Pro
(routing software) clients with audio level metering of partylines (conferences) and four-wire
ports over an IP network.
Each LMC-64 interface comprises:
• A front card with a reset button and various status indicators.
• A rear card with eleven RJ-45 ports giving eight E1/T1 ports (not used), DECT sync
in and out (not used) and a LAN port for IP connectivity.
The card supports both direct and trunk connections.
Each LMC-64 front card has status LEDs for power, port activity and LAN status. The LAN
indicators show whether there is a LAN connection and the IP activity on the LAN port.
3.4 Interface modules
Interface modules convert the four-wire signals of a central matrix port to other types of
signals that communicate with devices such as telephones, camera intercoms, two-way
radios, and so on. In this way non-four-wire devices can communicate with the central
matrix.
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Each interface module has hardware connectors to connect to both the central matrix and
the external device that communicates with the central matrix.
Most interface modules connect to the central matrix via shielded CAT5 cable terminated
with RJ-45 connectors.
Tip: The type of cable used to connect the interface module to the non-four-wire device
varies with the device. For more information, see the dedicated user guide / manual for that
interface module.
The following interface modules are compatible with the Eclipse HX-Delta matrix:
• AES-6 digital interface module used with V-Series panels fitted with the AES-3 option
card. It may also be used with AES-3 compliant third party equipment.
Tip: Additional interface modules may be added to the Eclipse HX-Delta, using separate
interface module frames such as the IMF-3 and IMF-102. For more information, see the
dedicated user guide / manual for that particular interface frame.
Note:
DIG-2 interface modules are not compatible with the Eclipse HX-Delta.
3.5 EHX configuration software
The Eclipse HX (EHX) configuration software controls the operation of the connected audio
devices by sending signals to the circuit cards in the matrix, which then relay the signals to
the audio devices.
Configurations (the operating parameters of complete system setups) are usually created
on the EHX computer.
Up to four complete system configurations can be stored in the CPU card of the Eclipse
HX-Delta, for retrieval and activation when required. The external PC that hosts the EHX
software can store an almost unlimited number of complete system configurations (the
number is only limited by the available memory space on the PC). You can download the
configurations to the Eclipse HX-Delta as required.
EHX runs on the following versions of Windows:
• Microsoft Windows Server 2003 SP2 (32 bit and 64 bit).
• Microsoft Windows Server 2003 R2 (32 bit and 64 bit).
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• Microsoft Windows Server 2008 SP2 (32 bit and 64 bit).
• Microsoft Windows Server 2008 R2 (64 bit).
Note:
Only 64 bit is supported, as Windows Server 2008 R2 is not available for 32 bit.
• Microsoft Windows XP SP3 (32 bit and 64 bit).
• Microsoft Windows Vista SP2 (32 bit and 64 bit)
• Windows 7 (32 bit and 64 bit).
When running EHX on Windows operating systems, the client and server can run on
separate machines connected over a network. You can use EHX to perform a wide range of
configuration tasks, including:
• Assigning labels (names) to ports and user panels.
• Creating point-to-point and fixed group (partyline) communications between
connected audio devices.
• Enabling, limiting or disabling features of any connected user panel or card.
• Configuring connections between matrices.
Tip: The above list is not definitive. For more information about the capabilities of EHX, see
EHX Help.
The EHX system can be set up to run on a client/server model over a network, allowing the
system administrator to control multiple matrices remotely.
3.6 User panels
The following Clear-Com user panels are compatible with the Eclipse HX-Delta:
• V-Series panels, including expansion panels.
• I-Series panels, including expansion panels.
Note:
For more information about installing, using and maintaining user panels, and connecting
user panels to the matrix, see either:
• The V-Series Panels Guide.
• The I-Series Panels Guide.
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4 Installing the
Eclipse HX-Delta
This chapter describes how to install the Eclipse HX-Delta, including the power supplies,
CPU cards, interface cards and modules.
4.1 Before you begin the installation
4.1.1 Check the shipment
When the Eclipse HX-Delta is received, inspect the boxes for shipping damage. Report any
shipping damage to the carrier.
Check that every item on the packing list has been received. Save all packing materials in
the event that any items need to be returned.
Note:
The Eclipse HX distributor is not responsible for shipping damage.
4.1.2 Unpacking the System
When the Eclipse HX-Delta system is received the CPU cards and interface cards, power
supplies, and rear-connector panels are pre-installed in the matrix chassis.
The customer must supply:
• The standard 19-inch rack in which to install the matrix.
• A personal computer to run the EHX configuration software
Note:
See 12.24 Minimum PC requirements (for EHX software) and 12.25 Recommended PC
requirements
(for EHX software)
• CAT5 cables (to connect the matrix to user panels, interface modules, and other
devices). Clear-Com recommends shielded cables.
respectively.
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Observe anti-static procedures. The CPU card can be damaged by static
4.1.3 Reconnecting the CPU card backup battery
Important:
Before the Eclipse HX-Delta is installed, the CPU card’s backup battery must be
reconnected. The matrix will operate if the battery is not reconnected.
is powered down, all run time information (dynamic assignments, crosspoint states and
levels) will be lost.
The CPU card has a lithium backup battery that powers the CPU memory if the AC electricity
fails. This backup battery is shipped disconnected to preserve battery life.
electricity. Personnel reconnecting the battery should ensure that they
ground themselves and all tools before touching cards.
To reconnect the CPU card’s backup battery:
1. Locate the three pins under the CON9 heading. A jumper plug is placed over pins 2 and 3.
This is the OFF position.
Note:
CON9 is located at the top of the CPU card, about half way between the front and back of the
card.
2. Lift the jumper plug off the pins, and place it over pins 1 and 2. This is the ON position.
The battery is now powered.
However, if the matrix
Figure 4: CPU card with detail of CON9 jumper plugs
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Pin
Status
1
On
2
Common
3
Off
Eclipse HX-Delta CPU cards are fitted with a socketed battery, normally a Renata CR2477N
with a capacity of 950mAh and a life of approximately 247 days. These socketed batteries
are easily replaced and this operation does not have to be carried out by service personnel.
Disconnecting the CPU backup battery
Before performing any service on the CPU card, the backup battery must be disconnected.
To do so, place the CON9 jumpers in the OFF position as described in the previous
procedure.
Table 6: CON9 Pin configuration
If the matrix is going to be stored for more than 3 months, the CPU backup battery needs to be
temporarily deactivated while the matrix is stored.
To do so, put the CON9 jumper in the OFF position as described above. In order to power up and
start operating the matrix, reconnect the CPU backup battery by placing the CON9 jumper in the ON
position, as described above.
Note:
Battery deactivation should be carried out by qualified service personnel.
Low power warning
If the CPU card is left unpowered for a period of time the batteries for the battery backed up
RAM may become discharged. This results in the run time information being lost.
If this state is detected by the CPU card then the CPU card will provide signalization in the
form of 2 rapid flashes followed by a slow flash of the OK LED. If EHX is logging, then the
following message will appear in the log.
Non Volatile Data is invalid - Please check Battery Voltage
If on successive power downs of the Eclipse HX-Delta matrix the above state is detected,
and the message appears in EHX logs, then it is advisable to check the health of the CPU
card on board battery, which should be nominally at least 2.8V.
The minimum at which the data may remain intact is around 1.5V but normally the battery
should be replaced before the voltage drops to this level.
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Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with
the same or equivalent type.
Lithium batteries can overheat or explode if they are shorted. When handling
the CPU card or a loose battery, do not touch any external electrical
conductors to the battery’s terminals or circuits to which the terminals are
connected.
Note:
When servicing the battery, make sure that the jumper on CON9 is connecting pin 2
(common) to either pin 1 (on) or to pin 2 (off). If the common is left floating, the CPU may
behave unpredictably. For example, the microprocessor may reset itself intermittently.
4.2 Installing the Eclipse HX-Delta
The following overview gives a summary of the steps required to install an Eclipse HX-Delta
matrix. More detailed information on each step is provided in the sections that follow.
To install an Eclipse HX-Delta:
1. Remove the Eclipse HX-Delta matrix chassis from its shipping carton.
2. Install the Eclipse HX-Delta to the standard 19 inch rack.
Environmental note:
Leave clearance on all sides of the matrix chassis to ensure proper airflow. Do not
block ventilation vents.
3. Check the position of CPU cards and interface cards, power supplies, and rear
connector panels. Later sections in this chapter give more information on these
items.
4. Apply power to the unit using the two external power supplies..
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