Cobalt Digital 9501-DCDA-3G User Manual
9501-DCDA
9501-DCDA
9501-DCDA9501-DCDA
Downconverter / DA
Downconverter with 3G/HD/SD-SDI Input, SDI
Reclocking, SD-SDI and Analog Video/Audio Outputs
Product Manual
Cobalt Digital Inc.
2406 E. University Ave.
Urbana, IL 61802
Voice 217.344.1243 • Fax 217.344.1245
www.cobaltdigital.com
9501DCDA-OM (V1.3)
Copyright
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Duplication or distribution of this manual and any information contained within is strictly prohibited without the express written
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Reproduction or reverse engineering of software used in this device is prohibited.
Disclaimer
The information in this document has been carefully examined and is believed to be entirely reliable. However, no responsibility
is assumed for inaccuracies. Furthermore, C obalt Digit al Inc. res erves the right to ma ke changes to any pro ducts herein to improve
readability, function, or design. Cobalt Digital Inc. does not assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any
product or circuit described herein.
Trademark Information
Cobalt® is a registered trademark of Cobalt Digital Inc.
Obsidian 3G
openGear
®
is a registered trademark of Cobalt Digital Inc.
®
is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited. DashBoard™ is a trademark of Ross Video Limited.
Congratulations on choosing the Cobalt
Reclocking, SD-SDI a nd Analog Video/Audio Outputs. The 9501 i s part of a full line of modu lar processing
and conversion gear for broadcast TV envi ronments. The Coba lt Digital Inc. line includes video decoders and
encoders, audio embedders and de-embedders, distribution amplifiers, format converters, remote control
systems and much more . Should you have questio ns pertaining to the installa tion or operation of your 950 1,
please contact us at the contact information on the front cover.
®
9501-DCDA Downconverter with 3G/HD/SD-SDI Input, SDI
Manual No.: 9501DCDA-OM
Document Version: V1.3
Release Date: January 23, 2014
Applicable for
Firmware Version
v1.14
(or greater):
Description of
product/manual
changes:
- Update manual for latest card v1.14 functionality.
(This firmware version has significant user
interface changes versus prior firmware versions
and the use of this new Product Manual is strongly
recommended.)
- Correction of minor information-only errata
9501DCDA-OM (V1.3)
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Overview ................................................................................................................ 1-1
9501 Card Software Versions and this Manual...................................................... 1-2
Cobalt Reference Guides........................................................................................ 1-2
Manual Conventions............................................................................................... 1-3
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes .................................................................. 1-3
Labeling Symbol Definitions...................................................................... 1-4
Safety Summary ..................................................................................................... 1-4
Warnings..................................................................................................... 1-4
Cautions...................................................................................................... 1-4
9501-DCDA Functional Description...................................................................... 1-5
9501-DCDA Input/Output Formats............................................................ 1-5
Video Processor Description ...................................................................... 1-7
Audio Processor Description...................................................................... 1-9
User Control Interface .............................................................................. 1-10
9501-DCDA Rear I/O Modules................................................................ 1-12
Technical Specifications....................................................................................... 1-12
Warranty and Service Information ....................................................................... 1-14
Cobalt Digital Inc. Limited Warranty....................................................... 1-14
Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.................................................................................... 1-15
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Overview ................................................................................................................ 2-1
Installing the 9501-DCDA Into a Frame Slot......................................................... 2-1
Installing a Rear I/O Module.................................................................................. 2-3
9501-DCDA Rear I/O Modules.................................................................. 2-4
Setting Up 9501-DCDA Network Remote Control................................................ 2-7
9501DCDA-OM (V1.3) 9501-DCDA PRODUCT MANUAL i
Chapter 3 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Overview................................................................................................................. 3-1
Control and Display Descriptions........................................................................... 3-1
Function Submenu/Parameter Submenu Overview .................................... 3-2
DashBoard™ User Interface ....................................................................... 3-3
Cobalt® Remote Control Panel User Interfaces .......................................... 3-4
Accessing the 9501-DCDA Card via Remote Control............................................ 3-5
Accessing the 9501-DCDA Card Using DashBoard™............................... 3-5
Accessing the 9501-DCDA Card Using a Cobalt® Remote
Control Panel............................................................................................. 3-6
Checking 9501-DCDA Card Information............................................................... 3-7
Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges .............................................. 3-8
9501-DCDA Function Submenu List and Descriptions.......................................... 3-9
Input Video Controls ................................................................................ 3-10
Output Video Mode .................................................................................. 3-11
Scaler ........................................................................................................ 3-12
Video Alignment ...................................................................................... 3-13
Timecode .................................................................................................. 3-14
Video Payload ID ..................................................................................... 3-18
Proc (Video) Control ................................................................................ 3-18
Closed Captioning .................................................................................... 3-19
Reticules ................................................................................................... 3-20
Output Audio Routing/Controls ............................................................... 3-23
Presets/Card Firmware Upgrade .............................................................. 3-26
Log Status/Download ............................................................................... 3-27
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 3-28
Error and Failure Indicator Overview....................................................... 3-28
Basic Troubleshooting Checks.................................................................. 3-32
9501-DCDA Processing Error Troubleshooting....................................... 3-33
Troubleshooting Network/Remote Control Errors.................................... 3-34
In Case of Problems .................................................................................. 3-34
ii 9501-DCDA PRODUCT MANUAL 9501DCDA-OM (V1.3)
Overview
Chapter 1
Chapter 1 Introduction
This manual provides installati on and o per at ing instr uct ions for the
9501-DCDA Downconverter with 3G/HD/SD-SDI Input, SDI Reclocking,
SD-SDI an d Analog Video/Audio Outputs card (also referred to herein as the
9501-DCDA).
Note: This manual also is applicable for reduced functionality version -HD which
accepts and processes only SD and HD (SMPTE 259M and SMPTE 292M)
SDI inputs. 3G inputs, controls, and functions described in this manual are not
applicable to 9501-DCDA-HD. In all other aspects, this version function identically as described in this manual.
This manual consists of the following chapters:
• Chapte r 1, “Introduction” – Provides information a bout this manua l
and what is covered. Als o pr ovi des general information re gar di ng t he
9501.
• Chapter 2, “Installation and Setup” – Provides instructions for
installing the 9501 in a frame, and optionally instal ling a 9501-DCDA
Rear I/O Module.
• Chapter 3, “Operating Instructions” – Provides overviews of
operating controls and instructions for using the 9501-DCDA.
This chapter contains the following information:
• 9501 Card Software Ve rsions and this Manual (p. 1-2)
• Manual Conventions (p. 1-3)
• Safety Summary (p. 1-4)
• 9501-DCDA Functional Description (p. 1-5)
• Technical Sp ecifications (p. 1-12)
• Warranty and Service Information (p. 1-14)
• Contact Cobalt Dig ital Inc. (p. 1-15)
9501DCDA-OM (V1.3) 9501-DCDA PRODUCT MANUAL 1-1
1 9501 Card Software Versions and this Manual
9501 Card Software Versions and this Manual
When applicable, Cobalt Digital Inc. provides for continual product
enhancements through software updates. As such, functions described in this
manual may pertain specifically to cards loaded with a particular software
build.
The Software Version of your card can be checked by viewing the Ca r d I n fo
menu in DashBoard™. See Checking 9501-DCDA Card Information (p. 3-7)
in Chapter 3, “Operating Instructions” for more information. You can then
check our website for th e latest soft ware version currently released for the
card as described below.
Note: Not all functionality described in this manual may appear on cards with initial
software versions.
Check our website and proceed as follows if your card’s software does not
match the latest versi on:
Card Software earlier than
latest version
Card Software newer than
version in manual
Card is not loaded with the latest software. Not all
functions and/or specified performance described in
this manual may be available.
You can update your card with new Update software by
going to the Support>Firmware Do wnloads link at
www.cobaltdigital.com. Download “Firmware Update
Guide”, which provides simple instructions for
downloading the latest firmware for your card onto your
computer, and then uploading it to your card through
DashBoard™.
Software updates are field-installed without any
need to remove the card from its frame.
A new manual is expediently released whenever a
card’s software is updated and specifications
and/or functionality have changed as compared to
an earlier version (a new manual is not necessarily
released if specifications and/or functionality have not
changed). A manual earlier than a card’s softw a re
version may not completely or accurately describe all
functions available for your card.
If your card shows features not described in this
manual, you can check for the latest manual (if
applicable) and download it by going to the card’s web
page on www.cobaltdigital.com.
Cobalt Reference Guides
From the Cobalt® web home page, go to Support>Referen ce Docum ents for
easy to use guides covering network remote control, card firmware updates,
example card processing UI setups and other topics.
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Introduction Manual Conventions
Manual Conventions
In this manual, display messages and connectors are shown using the exact
name shown on the 9501-DCDA itself. Examples are provided below.
• Card-edge display messages are shown like this:
Ch01
• Connector names are shown like this: SDI IN A
In this manual, the terms below are applicable as follows:
• 9501-DCDA refers to the 9501-DCDA Downconverter with 3G/HD/
SD-SDI Input, SDI Reclocking, SD-SDI and Analog Video/Audio
Outputs card.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Certain items in this manual are highlighted by special messages. The
definitions are provided bel ow.
Warnings
Warning messages indicate a possible hazard which, if not avoided, could
result in pe rsonal injury or death.
• Frame refers to the HPF-9000, OG3-FR, 8321, or similar 20-slot
frame that houses Cobalt
• Device and/or Card refers to a Cobalt
• System and/or Video System refers to the mix of interconnected
®
or other cards.
®
or other card.
production and terminal equipment in which the 9501-DCDA and
other cards operate.
• Functions and/or features that are available only as an option are
denoted in th is manual like this:
Cautions
Caution messages indicate a problem or incorrect practice which, if not
avoided, could result in improper operation or damage to the product.
Notes
Notes provide supplemental information to the accompanying text. Notes
typically precede the text to which they apply.
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1 Safety Summary
Labeling Symbol Definitions
Attention, consult acco mpanying do cuments.
Electronic device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD
event. Han dle only using appropriate ESD prevention practices.
If ESD wrist strap is not available, handle card only by edges and avoid
contact with any connectors or components.
Symbol (WEEE 2002/96/EC)
For product disposal, ensure the following:
• Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste.
• Collect this product separately.
• Use collection and return systems available to you.
Safety Summary
Warnings
! WARNING !
Cautions
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
T o redu ce risk of electr ic shock do not remove line voltage service barrier cover on frame
equipment containing an AC power supply. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This device is intended for environmentally controlled use only in appropriate video
terminal equipment operating environments.
This product is intended to be a component product of an openGear® frame. Refer to the
openGear® frame Owner's Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper
installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component products.
Heat and power distribution requirements within a frame may dictate specific slot
placement of cards. Cards with many heat-producing components should be arranged to
avoid areas of excess heat build-up, particularly in frames using only convection cooling.
The 9501-DCDA has a moderate power dissipation (18 W max.). As such, avoiding placing
the card adjacent to other cards with similar dissipation values if possible.
If required, make certain Rear I/O Module(s) is installed before installing the 9501-DCDA
into the frame slot. Damage to card and/or Rear I/O Module can occur if module
installation is attempted with card already installed in slot.
If card resists fully engaging in r ear I/O module mating connector, check for alignment a nd
proper insertion in slot tracks. Damage to card and/or rear I/O module may occur if
improper card insertion is attempted.
CAUTION
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The 9501 FPGA is designed for a normal-range operating temperature around 85° C core
temperature. Operation in severe conditions exceeding this limit for non-sustained usage
are within device operating safe parameters, and can be allowed by setting this control to
Disable. However, the disable (override) setting should be avoided under normal
conditions to ensure maximum card protection.
Introduction 9501-DCDA Functional Description
9501-DCDA Functional Description
Figure 1-1 shows a functional block diagram of the 9501-DCDA. The
9501-DCDA downconverter also includes embedded audio support and
de-embedding to AES and analog outputs, and analog composite video
outputs. 4x distribution amplifiers (DAs) are provided for both
down-converted SD-SDI and SD analog composi te outputs. Thes e outputs are
selected through four, 2:1 crosspoints allowing any combination of SD-SDI
or analog composite (CVBS) outputs on the four card processed video
outputs.
The 9501-DCDA also provides ARC processing and timecode/
closed-captioning conversion from packet-based timecode formats and
CEA608/708 HD formats to SD VITC-based (waveform) timecode and
line 21 closed captioning (available on both SDI and analog video outputs).
9501-DCDA Input/Output Formats
The 9501-DCDA provides the following inputs and outputs:
• Inputs:
• 3G/HD/SD SDI IN A / SDI IN B – two dual-rate HD/SD-SDI inputs
(GUI-selectable or basic failover)
• Outputs:
• PROCESSED VIDEO OUT (1-4) – via four independent 2:1
GUI-selectable mux cros spoints, e ach of t he fou r BNC output s can
independently be set as SD-SDI or analog composite (CVBS)
outputs
• RCK OUT (1-4) – four 3G/HD/SD-SDI reclocked buffered video
outputs
• AN-AUD OUT (1-4) – four balanced analog audio outputs (0 dBFS
=> 24 dBu)
9501DCDA-OM (V1.3) 9501-D C D A PRODUCT MANUAL 1-5
1 9501-DCDA Functional Description
3G/HD/SD
RCK OUT
Output
Select x4
Processed
4x DA
SDI Serializer/
PROCESSED
VIDEO OUT
SD Video
Analog
DAC/
4x DA
CompositeorSD-SDI
OUT
9501BD V1.1LB75
ANALOG
AUDIO OUT
(4-Ch)
Offset
Audio
DAC
Audio
Embed
/Overlay
ARC/Reticule
Audio LTCTimecode (Note 1)
Audio
Routing/
Video
Processing
VITC Waveform / ATC_VITC Timecode
VANC CC (Line
Bulk Delay
Down
Mixer
TC
CC
Processing
Sync Gen
Downconvert/
Processing
Video Processor
Figure 1-1 9501-DCDA Functional Block Diagram
Audio
Audio Processor
De-Embed
Deserialize
Select
Manual/
Failover Input
EQ/
EQ/
Reclock
Reclock
LTC I/O over audio channels and conversion
between SMPTE VANC formats. See text.
Optional +LTC licensable feature adds audio
1.
SDI IN A
3G/HD/SD
SDI IN B
3G/HD/SD
Notes:
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Introduction 9501-DCDA Functional Description
Video Processor Description
The 9501-DCDA features a downconverting scaler, video proc, and
user-adjusta ble aspect ratio cont rol and zo om control. The 9501-DCDA vide o
subsystem also provides the functions described below.
Input Select
The 9501-DCDA can select from either of two 3G/HD/SD-SDI inputs using
either manual control, or settings that provide failover to the alternate
secondary input. (Failover is si mp le sig nal presence check only.)
Video Processor
The 9501-DCDA provides full color processing control (luma gain and lift,
chroma saturation, and color phase) of the output video.
Scaler Function
The scaler function provides down-conversion to SD from multiple standard
SD and 3G/HD video formats and multiple frame rates, with auto-format
detect/down-conversion of SMPTE 424M/292M/259M formats. Color
framing is preserved on CVBS outputs for all conversions.
The scaler function also provides aspect ratio conversion that provides a
choice from several st andard aspect ratios. User-defined settings allow
custom user-defined H and V aspect ratio control, as well as pan/tilt control.
Reticule insertion provides safe action area marking as well as other reticule
functions and patterns.
Timecode Processor
(See Figure 1-2.) This fun ct ion provi de s for ext rac ti on of time code data fro m
the input video, and in turn re-insertion of timecode data into the output SDI
or analog composite. In this manner, timecode data can be preserved, even
after format conversion. The function can monitor the SDI video input of the
card for supported timecode formats and convert the timecode to either or
both ATC_VITC or VITC waveform (with selectable odd/even field line
number control). ATC_VITC and VITC waveform outputs are available on
SD-SDI outputs; VITC waveform only is available on CVBS outputs.
Option
between VANC formats over SDI and audio LTC. Audio L TC can be r eceived
over an embedded channel or sent over a selected balanced analog audio
output or embedded output channel.
+LTC allows bidirectional transfer and conversion
9501DCDA-OM (V1.3) 9501-D C D A PRODUCT MANUAL 1-7
1 9501-DCDA Functional Description
SD–SDI
VITC Waveform
Timecode
Proc/Embed
SDI
Video
Input
SDI VITC
Detect/Extract
SDI ATC_VITC
Detect/Extract
SDI ATC_LTC
Detect/Extract
Priority/
Select
Buffer/
Format
ATC_VITC
Timecode
Proc/Embed
Insert
Control
Line
Number
Control
Video Output
(to SDI DA and
video DAC)
Audio LTC
Audio LTC
Select/Extract
Audio LTC
Generate
Audio LTC Out
(as emb or analog
audio)
Figure 1-2 Timecode Processor
Closed Captioning Processor
This function provides support for closed captioning setup. When receiving
HD-SDI, both CEA 608 and CEA 708 are supported, with CEA 608 and
CEA 708 (containing CEA 608 packets) converted to line 21 closed
captioning on outputs down-converted to SD.
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Introduction 9501-DCDA Functional Description
Audio Processor Description
The audio processor operates as an internal audio router. This function
chooses from the following inputs:
• 16 channels of embedded audio from the SDI video input (1-to-1
routing to SDI output)
• 16 discrete tone generators (with ascending frequencies of 100 Hz to
16 kHz; default -20 dBFS level)
• Downmix L/R
• (Option +LTC) Audio LTC
The router function provides the following audio outputs:
• 16 channels of embedded audio on SDI processed outputs
• 4 channels of balanced analog audio on four 3-wire balanced analog
audio outputs
Output audio crosspoint s all ow any of th ese sour ces to be rout ed to any of the
16 embedded output channels or the four analog audio outputs. Each output
channel has a mute control and phase invert control. Peak-responding
DashBoard™ bar graph level meters are also provided.
The processor function provides group enable/disable and de-embedding of
the 16-channel embedded audio SDI input. A bulk delay control allows lip
sync correction by offsetting the audio from video by up to 3000 msec.
Audio Down Mix Function
(See Figure 1-3.) The Audio Down Mixer function provides for the selection
of any five embedded c hannel s serv ing as Left (
Surround (
into stereo pair Down Mix Left (
resulting stereo pair
Ls), and Right Surround (Rs) individual signals to be multiplexed
DM-L) and Down Mix Right (DM-R). The
DM-L and DM-R can in turn be routed to any embedded
audio pair as desired (or de-embedded to an analog audio output).
Embed Ch 1 - Ch 16
Emb Ch 3
Emb Ch 5
Emb Ch 6
Emb Ch 9
Emb Ch 11
L
R
C
Ls
Rs
DM-L
DM-R
L), Right (R), Center (C), Left
Figure 1-3 Audio Down Mix Functional Block Diagram with Example Sources
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1 9501-DCDA Functional Description
User Control Interface
Figure 1-4 shows the user control interface options for the 9501-DCDA.
These options are individually described below.
Note: All user control interfaces described here are cross-compatible and can oper-
ate together as desired. Where applicable, any control setting change made
using a particular user interface is reflected on any other connected interface.
• DashBoard™ User Interf ace – Using DashBoard™, the
9501-DCDA and other cards installed in openGear®
1
frames can be
controlled from a computer and monitor.
DashBoard™ allows users to view all frames on a network with
control and monitoring for all populated slots inside a frame. This
simplifies the setup and use of numerous modules in a large
installation and offers the ability to centralize monitoring. Cards
define their controllable parameters to DashBoard™, so the control
interface is always up to date.
The DashBoard™ software can be downloaded from the Cobalt
Digital Inc. website: www.cobaltdigital.com
(enter “DashBoard” in
the search window). The DashBoard™ user interface is described in
Chapter 3,“Operating Instructions”.
• Cobalt
®
OGCP-9000 and OGCP-9000/CC Remote Control
Panels – The OGCP-9000 and OGCP-9000/CC Remote Control
Panels conveniently and intuitively provide parameter monitor and
control of the 9501-DCDA and other video and audio processing
terminal equipment meeting the open-architecture Cobalt
®
cards for
openGear™ standard.
In addition to circumventing the need for a computer to monitor and
control signal processing cards, the Control Panels allow quick and
intuitive access t o hundre ds of cards in a faci lity, and can monitor and
allow adjustment of multiple parameters at one time.
The Remot e Control Pan els are tota lly compatible with the
openGear™ control software DashBoard™; any changes made with
either system are reflected on the other. The Remote Control Panel
user interf ace is descr i bed in Chapter 3,“Operating Instructions”.
1. openGear® is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited. DashBoard™ is a trademark of Ros s
Video Limited.
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Introduction 9501-DCDA Functional Description
OGCP-9000 Control Panel
OGCP-9000/CC Control Panel
or
Remote Control Panel
Using the Control Panel,
9501-DCDA card can be remotely
controlled over a LAN
9501-DCDA Card
20-Slot Frame with Network Controller Card
DashBoard™ Remote Control
Using a computer with
DashBoard™ installed,
Computer
with NIC
Note: • To communicate with DashBoard™ or a Remote Control Panel, the frame must have the optional MFC-8320-N
network controller card installed.
• DashBoard™ and the Remote Control Panels provide network control of the 9501-DCDA as shown. The value
displayed at any time on the card, or via DashBoard™ or a Control Panel is the actual value as set on the card, with
the current value displayed being the actual value as effected by the card. Parameter changes made by any of these
means are universally accepted by the card (for example, a change made using the DashBoard™ controls will
change the setting displayed on a Control Panel).
9501-DCDA card can be
remotely controlled over a LAN
In conjunction with a frame equipped
with a Network Controller Card,
9501-DCDA card can be remotely
controlled over a LAN
LAN
Figure 1-4 9501-DCDA User Control Interface
Note: If network remote control is to be used for the frame and the frame has not yet
been set up for remote control, Cobalt
®
reference guide Remote Control
User Guide (PN 9000RCS-RM) provides thorough information and
step-by-step instructions for setting up network remote control of Cobalt
cards using DashBoard™. (Cobalt
®
OGCP-9000 and OGCP-9000/CC
®
Remote Control Panel product manuals have complete instructions for setting
up remote control using a Remote Control Panel.)
Download a copy of this guide by clicking on the Support>Reference
Documents link at www.cobaltdigital.com and then select DashBoard
Remote Control Setup Guide as a download, or contact Cobalt
®
as listed in
Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. (p. 1-15).
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1 Technical Specifications
9501-DCDA Rear I/O Modules
The 9501-DCDA physically inte rfaces to sys tem video connect ions at the rear
of its frame using a Rear I/O Module.
All inputs and outputs shown in the 9501-DCDA Functional Block Diagram
(Figure 1-1) enter and exit the card via the card edge backplane connector.
The Rear I/O Module breaks out the 9501-DCDA card edge connections to
BNC and other connections that int erface with othe r components and systems
in the signal chain.
The full assortment of 9501-DCDA Rear I/O Modules is shown a nd described
in 9501-DCDA Rear I/O Modules (p. 2-4) in Chapter 2, “Installation and
Setup”.
Technical Specifications
Table 1-1 lists the technical specifications for the 9501-DCDA 9501-DCDA
Downconverter with 3G/HD/SD-SDI Input, SDI Reclocking, SD-SDI and
Analog Video/Audio Outputs card.
Table 1-1 Technical Specifications
Item Characteristic
Note: 3G (SMPTE 424M) specifications are applicable for card model 9501-DCDA-3G only.
Part number, nomenclature • 9501-DCDA-3G Downconverter with 3G/HD/SD-SDI Input, SDI
Reclocking, SD-SDI and Analog Video/Audio Outputs
• 9501-DCDA-3G Downconverter with HD/SD-SDI Input, SDI
Reclocking, SD-SDI and Analog Video/Audio Outputs
Installation/usage environment Intended for installation and usage in frame meeting openGear™
modular system definition.
Power consumption < 18 Watts maximum
Installation Density Up to 20 cards per 20-slot frame
Environmental:
Operating temperature:
Relative humidity (operating or storage):
Frame communication 10/100 Mbps Ethernet with Auto-MDIX.
Indicators Card edge display and indicators as follows:
32° – 104° F (0° – 40° C)
< 95%, non-condensing
• 4-character alphanumeric display
• Status/Error LED indicator
• Input Format LED indicator
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Introduction Technical Specifications
Table 1-1 Technical Specifications — continued
Item Characteristic
Serial Digital Video Input Number of inputs:
Two, with manual select or failover to card processing path
Data Rates Supported:
SMPTE 424M, 292M, SMPTE 259M-C
Impedance:
75 Ω terminating
Return Loss:
> 15 dB up to 1.485 GHz
> 10 dB up to 2.970 GHz
Post-Processor Serial Digital Video
Outputs
Pre-Processor (Reclocked) Serial Digital
Video Outputs
Analog Video Outputs Number of Inputs:
Number of Outputs:
Up to four SD-SDI outputs via selector mux
Impedance:
75 Ω
Return Loss:
> 15 dB at 5 MHz – 270 MHz
Signal Level:
800 mV ± 10%
DC Offset:
0 V ± 50 mV
Jitter (SD ) :
< 0.2 UI (all outputs)
Overshoot:
< 0.2% of amplitude
Number of Outputs:
Four 3G/HD/SD-SDI BNC per IEC 60169-8 Amendment 2
Impedance:
75 Ω
Up to four SD analog CVBS via selector mux
Impedance:
75 Ω
Analog Audio Outputs Number of Inputs:
Four balanced using 3-wire re mov ab le Pho eni x co nne cto rs ;
0 dBFS => +24 dBu
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1 Warranty and Service Information
Warranty and Service Information
Cobalt Digital Inc. Limited Warranty
This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5)
years from the date of shipment to the original purchaser, except that 4000, 5000, 6000, 8000 series
power supplies, and Dolby
material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year.
Cobalt Digital Inc. 's (“Cobalt”) sole obligation under this warranty shall be limited to, at its option, (i)
the repair or (ii) replacement of the product, and the determinati on of whether a defect is covered under
this limited warranty shall be made at the sole discretion of Cobalt.
This limited warranty applies onl y to the original end- purchaser of the produc t, and is not assignable or
transferrable therefrom. This warranty is limited to defects i n material a nd workman shi p, and shal l not
apply to acts of God, accidents, or negligence on behalf of the purchaser, and shall be voided upon the
misuse, abuse, alteration, or modification of the product. Only Cobalt authorized factory
representatives are authorized to make repairs to the product, and any unauthorized attempt to repair
this product shall immediately void the warranty. Please contact Cobalt Technical Support for more
information.
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modules (where applicable) are warranted to be free from defects in
To facilitate the resolu tion of warranty related issues , Cobalt recommends registering the product by
completing and returning a product registration form. In the event of a warrantable defect, the
purchaser shall notify Cobalt with a description of the problem, and Cobalt shall provide the purchaser
with a Return Material Authorization (“RMA”). For return, defective prod ucts should be double boxed,
and sufficiently protected, in the original packaging, or equivalent, and shipped to the Cobalt Factory
Service Center, postage prepaid and insured for the purchase price. The purchaser should include the
RMA number, description of the problem encountered, date purchased, name of dealer purchased
from, and serial number with the shipment.
Cobalt Digital Inc. Factory Service Center
2406 E. University Avenue Office: (217) 344-1243
Urbana, IL 61802 USA Fax: (217) 344-1245
www.cobaltdigital.com Email: info@cobaltdigital.com
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND OF ALL OTHER OBLIGATIONS OR
LIABILITIES ON COBALT'S PART. ANY SOFTWARE PROVIDED WITH, OR FOR USE WITH,
THE PRODUCT IS PROVIDED “AS IS.” THE BUYER OF THE PRODUCT ACK NOWLEDGES
THAT NO OTHER REPRESENTATIONS WERE MADE OR RELIED UPON WITH RESPECT TO
THE QUALITY AND FUNCTION OF THE GOODS HEREIN SOLD. COBALT PRODUCTS ARE
NOT AUTHORIZED FOR USE IN LIFE SUP PORT APPLICATIONS.
COBALT 'S L IABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRAC T, TORT, WARRANTY, OR OTHERWISE, IS
LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, AT ITS OPTION, OF ANY DEFECTIVE
PRODUCT, AND SHALL IN NO EVENT INCLUDE SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCL UDING LOST PROFITS), EVEN IF IT HAS BEEN
ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
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Introduction Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.
Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.
Feel free to contact ou r th oro ugh and professional support rep re sentatives for
any of the following:
• Name and address of your local dealer
• Product information and pricing
• Technical support
• Upcomin g trade show informatio n
Phone: (217) 344-1243
Fax: (217) 344-1245
Web: www.cobaltdigital.com
General Information: info@cobaltdigital.com
Technical Support: support@cobaltdigital.com
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