Cobalt Digital COMPASS 9081 User Manual

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9081-OM (V4.6)

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Linear Acoust ic licensed feature uses the AutoMAX-II™ upmix algorithm provided under licens e from Linear Acoustic Inc. Linear Acoustic, the "LA" symbol, AutoMAX, and AutoMAX-II are trademarks of Linear Acoustic Inc.

and FUSION3G® are registered trademarks of Cobalt Digital Inc.

is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited. DashBoard™ is a trademark of Ross Video Limited.

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, AEROMAX® and UPMAX® are registered trademarks of Linear Acoustic, Inc. 2.0-to-5.1 audio upmixer

Congratulations on choosing the Co balt ® 9081 HD /SD Frame Sync with Embedded Aud io Processing an d Dolby ® Decoding Option. The 9081 is part of a full line of modular processing and conversion gear for broadcast TV environments. The Cobalt 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 questions pertaining to the in stallation or opera tion of your 9081, please contact us at t he contact informati on on the front cover.

Manual No.: 9081-OM Document Version: V4.6 Release Date: September 25, 2013 Applicable for

Firmware Version

3314

(or greater): Description of

product/manual changes:

- Update to include latest card functionality.

- Revise manual for minor edits.

- Clarification of Framesync control descriptions.

- Correction of minor errata.

- Update manual to include latest avai lab le ca rd options.

9081-OM (V4.6)

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Overview ................................................................................................................ 1-1

9081 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

9081 Functional Description .................................................................................. 1-5

9081 Input/Output Formats ........................................................................ 1-5

Video Processor Description ...................................................................... 1-7

Audio Processor Description...................................................................... 1-9

Dolby® Decoding (+DEC only)................................................................ 1-12

User Control Interface .............................................................................. 1-13

9081 Rear I/O Modules ............................................................................ 1-15

Audio and Video Formats Supported by the 9081................................... 1-16

Technical Specifications....................................................................................... 1-16

Warranty and Service Information ....................................................................... 1-19

Cobalt Digital Inc. Limited Warranty....................................................... 1-19

Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.................................................................................... 1-20

Chapter 2 Installation and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Overview ................................................................................................................ 2-1

Installing the 9081 Into a Frame Slot ..................................................................... 2-1

Installing a Rear I/O Module.................................................................................. 2-3

9081 Rear I/O Modules .............................................................................. 2-4

Setting Up 9081 Network Remote Control ............................................................ 2-6

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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 9081 Card via Remote Control........................................................ 3-5

Accessing the 9081 Card Using DashBoard™ ........................................... 3-5

Accessing the 9081 Card Using a Cobalt® Remote Control Panel ............. 3-6

Checking 9081 Card Information............................................................................ 3-7

Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges .............................................. 3-8

9081 Function Submenu List and Descriptions...................................................... 3-9

Audio Input Controls ............................................................................... 3-10

Video Proc ............................................................................................... 3-11

AFD ......................................................................................................... 3-12

Framesync ............................................................................................... 3-13

Embedded Audio Group 1/2 ................................................................... 3-18

Embedded Audio Group 3/4 ................................................................... 3-22

Timecode ................................................................................................. 3-24

Dolby Decoder ........................................................................................ 3-28

Dolby E Metadata ................................................................................... 3-30

Dolby D Metadata ................................................................................... 3-31

Audio Mixing .......................................................................................... 3-32

Tone Generator ........................................................................................ 3-37

Licensable Features ................................................................................. 3-37

Presets ..................................................................................................... 3-38

Dolby

E Processing and Routing Example (+DEC only) ....................... 3-40

Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 3-42

Error and Failure Indicator Overview....................................................... 3-42

Basic Troubleshooting Checks.................................................................. 3-46

9081 Processing Error Troubleshooting.................................................... 3-47

Troubleshooting Network/Remote Control Errors.................................... 3-50

In Case of Problems .................................................................................. 3-50

ii 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 9081-OM (V4.6)

Overview

Chapter 1

Chapter 1 Introduction

This manual provides installati on and o per at ing instr uct ions for the 9081 HD/SD Frame Sync with Embedded Audio Processing card (also referred to herein as the 9081).

Note: This manual also covers the 9081 equipped with Dolby® decoding as an

option (denoted by option code exclusively to a card equipped with option +DEC are denoted by +DEC only. In all other aspects, all 9081 cards function identically as described in this manual.

+DEC). Where applicable, descriptions related

This manual consists of the following chapters:

• Chapter 1, “Introduction” – Provid es informa tion about this manual

and what is covered. Als o pr ovi des general information re gar di ng the

9081.

• Chapter 2, “Installation and Setup” – Provides instructions for

installing the 9081 i n a fr ame, and option ally i nsta lling 9081 Rear I/O Modules.

• Chapter 3, “Operating Instructions” – Provides overviews of

operating controls and instructions for using the 9081.

This chapter contains the following information:

• 9081 Card Software Versions and this Manual (p. 1-2)

• Manual Conventions (p. 1-3)

• Safety Summary (p. 1-4)

• 9081 Functional Description (p. 1-5)

• Technical Spe cification s (p. 1-16)

• Warranty and Service Information (p. 1-19)

• Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. ( p. 1-20)

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1 9081 Card Software Versions and this Manual

9081 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 ch eck ed by viewing the Card Info menu in DashBoard™. See Checking 9081 Card Information (p. 3-7) in Chapter 3, “Operating Instructio ns” for more infor mation. You can then check our website for the lates t software version currently released for the card as described below.

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 Downloads 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 software 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

Support>Documents>Product Information and Manuals link at www.cobaltdigital.com.

Cobalt Reference Guides

From the Cobalt® web home page, go to Support>Documents>Reference

Guides

updates, and other topics.

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for easy to use guide s covering network remot e control , card fir mware

Introduction Manual Conventions

Manual Conventions

In this manual, display messages and connectors are shown using the exact name shown on the 9081 itself. Examples are provided below.

• Card-edge display messages are shown like this:

Ch01

• Connector names are shown like this: SDI OUT

In this manual, the terms below are applicable as follows:

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.

• 9081 refers to the 9081 HD/SD Frame Sync with Embedded Audio

Processing and Dolby

• Frame refers to the HPF-9000, OG3-FR, 8321, or similar 20-slot

frame that houses Cobalt

• Device and/or Card refers to a COMPASS™ card.

• System and/or Video System refers to the mix of interconnected

Decoding Option card.

or other cards.

production and terminal equipment in which the 9081 and other COMPASS™ 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 accompanying documents.

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

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 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.

If required, make certain Rear I/O Module(s) is installed before installing the 9081 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.

CAUTION

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If card resists fully engaging in r ear I/O module mating connector, check for alignment and proper insertion in slot tracks. Damage to card and/or rear I/O module may occur if improper card insertion is attempted.

Introduction 9081 Functional Description

9081 Functional Description

Figure 1-1 shows a functional block diagram of the 9081. The 9081 frame synchronizer also includes embedded audio support and routing and a video processor. The 9081 also handles AFD code detection and processing, and closed captioning support.

(

+DEC only) +DEC option also performs Dolby

decoding.

E and Dolby® Digital™

Note: Some of the functions described below are available only when using the

9081 Input/Output Formats

Note: The input/output complement listed above represents the maximum capability

DashBoard™, or Cobalt user interfaces. Refer to User Control Interface (p. 1-13) for user interface descriptions.

OGCP-9000 or OGCP-9000/CC Control Panels

The 9081 provides the following inputs and outputs:

• Inputs:

• HD/SD SDI IN – dual-rate HD/SD-SDI input

• Outputs:

• SDI OUT – four dual-rate HD/SD-SDI buffered video outputs

• RCK OUT – four reclocked HD/SD-SDI input copies

• DOLBY META (+DEC only) – RS-485 Dolby

consist of input video or Dolby

of the 9081. The practical input/output complement is determined by the particular Rear I/O Module used with the 9081. Refer to 9081 Rear I/O Modules (p. 1-15) for more information.

decoder metadata output.

metadata output can

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1 9081 Functional Description

RCK

OUT

Insertion

AFD Code

RS-485

I/O

(NOTE 4)

(NOTE 2)

Upmixer

2.0-to-5.1

Active: Overwrites

6 selected channels

with new 5.1 mix.

See text.

Bypass: Bypasses

2.0-to-5.1 upmixer;

all original channels

pass unaffected.

SDI

OUT

Serializer/

Cable Drivers

Audio

Embed

Gain

Audio

Control

Routing/

Dolby Meta Out

Sync

Frame

RS-485 LTC I/O

VBI Timecode

Tracking

(NOTE 3)

Dolby

Decode

Down/

Mono

Mixer

Delay and

Framesync

User Offset

Video

Reclock

Processing

Re-insert

Timecode

Metadata Extract/

Processing

Audio

De-Embed

Video Processor

Audio Processor

Deserialize

full input/output capability.

Practical input/output signal

availability is determined by Rear

I/O Module used. Refer to “9081

Rear I/O Modules,” 1-15 for more

(from

frame)

IN (1,2)

EXT REF

SDI IN

HD/SD

Notes:1. Signal connections shown depicts

decode function applicable

decoder metadata output

processing.

adds LTC I/O via audio I/O and

Identification and Metadata Output

Processing (p. 1-12) for Dolby

information.

only for 9081-DEC. See Dolby

licensable feature.

2. Optional 2.0-to-5.1 up mixer

3. Dolby

RS-485.

4. Optional +LTC licensable feature

Figure 1-1 9081 Functional Block Diagram

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Introduction 9081 Functional Description

Video Processor Description

Video Processor

The 9081 provides full color processing control (luma gain and lift, chroma saturation, and color phase) of the output video.

Frame Sync Function

This function p rovide s for fra me s ync co ntrol usin g e ither one of t wo ext ern al

EXT REF IN (1,2) reference sign als di stri buted wit h the ca rd fra me, or the inpu t

video as a frame sync reference. This function allows horiz ontal and/or ver tica l of fset to be added bet ween the

output video and the frame sync reference. A video/audio delay offset function allows adding or reducing audio delay

from the matching video delay. This function is useful for correcting lip sync problems when video and audio paths in the chain experience differing overall delays. A Reset Framesync function resets the frame sync following any horizontal or vertical offset changes, clearing any buffered audio and video and re-establ ishing t he frame s ync. The 908 1 re-est ablishes vi deo/audi o sync following framesy nc changes by appl ying an of fset in small, progre ssive amounts to provide a seamless, glitch-free retiming. A user-selectable hard resync function allows setting a threshold at which hard resync is applied if audio-video offset exceeds the threshold. Hard resync provides fastest snyc-up suitable for off-air manipulati on. Conve rs ely, a threshold setting that avoids hard resync allows glitch-free on-air manipulation.

In the event of input video loss of signal, this function provides for disabling the video, going to a des ired color raster, or freezing to the last intact frame (frame having valid SAV and EAV codes).

(

+DEC only) When Dolby

data is received and actively routed into embedded output channels, the frame sync function delays the video by one frame (as required by the Dolby

decode processing de la y) t o mai nt ai n vi deo /

audio sync.

AFD Inserter

This function provides for assignment and insertion of AFD codes into the SDI output video. Using this function, AFD codes in accordance with the standard 4-bit AFD code designations can be applied to the output video.

This function checks for any existing AFD code within the received video input. If a code is present, the code is displayed. When used in conjunction with a separate downstream card capable of providing AFD-directed scaling, the image can in turn b e scaled in accord ance with th e AFD coding embedd ed by this card.

The function also allows the selection/changing of the AFD code and ancillary data line number for the outputted AFD code.

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1 9081 Functional Description

Timecode Processor

(See Figure 1-2.) This func ti on provides for extracti on of t imec ode da ta from the input video, and in turn re-insertion of timecode data into the output SDI. The function can monitor the SDI video input of the card for supported timecode formats, an d then select and priori tize among SDI VITC, SDI A TC VITC, and SDI ATC LTC ti mecod e sources. If the pre ferred for mat is detected, the preferred format is used by the card; if the preferred format is not detected, the card uses other formats (where available) as desired.

The function provides conversion between various timecode formats and provides independent insertion and line number controls for each SDI timecode output format.

Option +LTC allows bidirectional transfer and conversion between VBI formats over SDI and audio LTC, as well as RS-485 LTC. Audio LTC can be received or sent over a selected balanced analog audio input, or as digital audio over a selected embedded audio input.

HD/SD–SDI

(From Video Proc)

SDI

Video

Input

Audio/

RS-485 LTC

SDI VITC

Detect/Extract

SDI ATC_VITC

Detect/Extract

SDI ATC_LTC

Detect/Extract

Audio LTC

Select/Extract

Priority/

Select

Buffer/ Format

SDI VITC

Timecode

Proc/Embed

ATC_VITC Timecode

Proc/Embed

ATC_LTC

Timecode

Proc/Embed

Insert

Control

Line

Number

Control

Audio/RS-485 LTC Generate

HD/SD–SDI Video Output

Audio LTC Out RS-485 LTC Out

Figure 1-2 Timecode Processor

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Introduction 9081 Functional Description

Audio Processor Description

The audio processor operates as an internal audio router. The router function chooses from the following inputs:

• 16 channels of embedded audio from the SDI video

• Four independent internal tone generators (described below)

• Digital silence (mute) setting

• Internal Down Mix and Mono Mixer outputs (described below)

• (+DEC only) Decoded Dolby

channels

The router function provides 16 channels of embedded audio on the

SDI OUT

outputs. The router acts as an audio cross point. Each of the 16 embedded output channels can receive signal from any one of 16 embedded audio input channels, four internal tone generators, or several mixer outputs. Unused output channels can be mapped to a “Silence” source. Each output also provides gain adjustment and sel ectable polarit y inversion. Output aud io rates are always 48 kHz locked to the selected reference.

(

+DEC only) In addition to the audio sources described above, the up to 10

decoded Dolby

channels are available as input sources.

As set with the default set tings, th e routing bet ween embedded i nput channel s and output channels is bas ic 1-t o-1 (embe dded inpu t cha nnel 1 in put is r outed to embedded output channel 1, and so on). Other sources (described below) for each channel are se le ct ed using the card edge control s or a remote control system.

Audio Down Mix and Mono Mix Function

(See Figure 1-3.) The Audio Down Mixer function provides for the selection of any five embedded audio sourc es serving as Left ( Left Surround ( multiplexed into stereo pair Down Mix Left ( (

DM-R). The resulting stere o pair DM-L and DM-R can in turn be routed and

Ls), and Right Surround (Rs) individual signals to be

DM-L) and Down Mix Right

processed just like any of the other audio sources described earlier.

L), Right (R), Center (C),

Embed Ch 1 - Ch 16

Emb Ch 3 Emb Ch 5 Emb Ch 6 Emb Ch 9

Emb Ch 11

Figure 1-3 Audio Down Mix Functional Block Diagram with Example Sources

L R C Ls Rs

DM-L

DM-R

The Mono Mixer function generates an ad dit io nal mono-mixed channel from two selected embedded input channels serving as left and right inputs. The resulting mono mix channel is available as an audio source for any of the 16 destination embedded output channels.

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1 9081 Functional Description

Loudness Processor (Option +LP)

Note: Loudness processor function is an optional licensable feature. This function

and its controls appear only when a license key is entered and activated. (This option (identified in Cobalt initial order, or field-activated using a key string which is sent to you when this option is purchased.)

price lists as +LP) can be purchased upon

If your card was purchased with option +LP, loudness processor manual supplement “5.1 and Stereo Loudness Processing Options for Compass

Cards (+LP51, +LP20) Manual Supplement” (OPT-SW-LP-MS) is included in your documentation package. Supplement OPT-SW-LP-MS can be downloaded from our website or requested using the Cobalt contact information in this manual.

2.0-to-5.1 Upmix Function

Note: Upmix function is an optional licensable feature. This function and its controls

appear only when a license key is entered and activated. (This option (identified in Cobalt field-activated using a key string which is sent to you when this option is purchased.)

The 2.0-to-5.1 upmixer function receives a normal PCM stereo pair from the Audio Routing/Gain Control function and upmixes the pair to provide 5.1 channels (Left ( Surround ( overwrites the six selected embedded channels with the new 5.1 upmix signals (including replacing the original source stereo new

L and R signals).

The 2.0-to-5.1 upmixer can be set to up mix in any of three modes: Always upmix, Bypass upmix, or Auto enable/bypass upmixing. The Auto upmixing mode looks at the s ignal le vels on t he selec ted ch annels an d compar es them to a selectab le level threshold. It the n determines whether or not to generate 5.1 upmixing from the ster eo pair as follows:

price lists as +UM) can be purchased upon initial order, or

L), Right (R), Center (C), Low Frequency Effects (LFE), Left

Ls), and Right Surround (Rs)). Whenever the upmixer is active, it

L and R inputs with

• If the upmixer detects signal level below a selected threshold on all

four of the selected channels designated as

C, LFE, Ls, and Rs, this

indicates to the upmixer that these channels are not carrying 5.1. In this case, the upmixer overwrites all six selected channels with the new 5.1 content.

• If the upmixer detects signal level above a selected threshold on any

of the four selected channels designated as

C, LFE, Ls, and Rs, this

indicates t o the upmixe r that the ch annel(s) ar e already carrying viable 5.1 content. In th is case , the upmixe r is bypa ssed, al lowing t he original channels to pass unaffected.

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Introduction 9081 Functional Description

The examples in Figure 1-4 show the automatic enable/disable up-mixing function applied to example selected channels shown and described, the processing is contingent upon the signal levels of the channels selected to carry the ne w 5.1 upmix relative to the selected threshold (in this example, -60 dBFS). Note also that this function is applied after the Audio Delay and Audio Routing/Gain Control functions.

From Audio

Routing/Gain

Control

With all detected signal levels on EmbCh3– Ch 6 below threshold, upmixer is active and overwrites with new 5.1.

- 20 dBFS

Emb Ch 1 – Ch 16

Emb Ch 1 Emb Ch 2 Emb Ch 3 Emb Ch 4 Emb Ch 5 Emb Ch 6

Threshold

Detect

Emb Ch 1 thru Emb Ch 6. As

5.1 Up Mix

L – Emb Ch 1

L R

(C)

(LFE)

(Ls) (Rs)

R – Emb Ch 2 C – Emb Ch 3 LFE – Emb Ch 4 Ls – Emb Ch 5 Rs – Emb Ch 6

Note: In either case shown here, the

unselected channels (in this example, Emb Ch 7 thru Ch 16) are not involved in this process and always pass unaffected.

Figure 1-4 Up Mix Auto Enable/Bypass with Example Sources

- 60 dBFS

From Audio

Routing/Gain

Control

With any detected signal levels on Emb Ch 3 – Ch 6 above threshold, upmixer is bypassed.

- 20 dBFS

- 60 dBFS

Emb Ch 1 – Ch 16

Below Threshold

(Overwrite)

Above Threshold

(Bypass)

To Audio

Embed

To Audio

Embed

Emb Ch 1 Emb Ch 2 Emb Ch 3 Emb Ch 4 Emb Ch 5 Emb Ch 6

Selected channels Emb Ch 1 – Ch 6 are overwritten with the new 5.1 upmix content.

Threshold

Detect

(C)

(LFE)

(Ls)

(Rs)

Because the selected channels are already carrying viable content, upmixing is bypassed, allowing the six original Emb Ch 1 – Ch 6 to pass unaffected.

5.1 Up Mix

X X

Tone Generator Function

The 9305 contains four built-in tone generators (Tone Generator 1 thru Tone Generator 4). Each of the four tone generators can be set to a different frequency, and are available as audio sources for each embedded channel audio output. 18 discret e sine wave frequenci es are availabl e, ranging from 50 Hz to 16 kHz (default frequency is 1.0 kHz).

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1 9081 Functional Description

Dolby® Decoding (+DEC only)

Note: Although the 9081 with the Dolby® decoder can provide Dolby® Digital™

(AC-3) decoding, discussion and examples here describe only Dolby

decoding.

When Dolby® E or Dolby® Digital™ is present on an embedded audio pair, the decoder produces up to 10 decoded channels (according to the Dolby sub-format received from the metadata). All r esulting chan nels are available as inputs to the audio router.

Dolby® Identification and Metadata Output Processing

(See Figure 1-5.) All embedded channels are checked by the 9081 for valid

Dolby channel pair carryin g the Dolby “Present, Dolby Digital”, as applicable. (The decoder always uses the metadata associate d with it s resp ectiv e pair.) A selected encoded channel pair can then be directed to the Dolby Dolby 20-bit 5.1+2” indicating 5-channel surround with LFE channel and stereo monitor pair) for the selected pair, as defined by its metadata.

Metadata can be embedded on the SDI output, sourced from either SDI input video or from the decoder as desired. Similarly, the provide RS-485 metadata for downstream devices or systems. Metadata on the video or from the decoder as desired.

status. When a valid Dolby® encoded embedded pair is detected, the

format is displayed as “Present, Dolby E” or

bitstream format and program configuration (for example, “Dolby E

DOLBY META RS-485 output can also be sourced from either SDI input

decoder. The decoder then displays the

DOLBY META output can

SDI IN

De-embed

Dolby® Encoded Embedded Pair (1+2)...(15+16)

Figure 1-5 Dolby® Decoding and Metadata Output Processing

Audio Decoding

(See Figure 1-5.) Based on th e channels car rying the Dolby® encoded pair and the format defined within, the Dolby audio channels (

Dolby Ch 1 thru Dolby Ch 8; Dolby Mix 1, Dolby Mix 2). Each

channel can be routed just as any other audio channel described in this section.

Input Video

SMPTE 2020

De-mux

Input

Select

Metadata

Decoder Metadata

Dolby®

Decode

2X2 Mux

decoder provides up to 10 decoded

SMPTE 2020

Mux

Dolby® Decoded Audio

Mix 2

Channels (1...Mix 2)

Dolby® Encoded Channel/Format/ Program Identification (User Interface Display)

SDI OUT

DOLBY META

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Introduction 9081 Functional Description

User Control Interface

Figure 1-6 shows the user control interface options for the 9081. 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.

OGCP-9000 Control Panel

OGCP-9000/CC Control Panel

Card Edge Controls

9081 card can be controlled using built-in card edge controls

Computer with NIC

DashBoard™ Remote Control

Using a computer with DashBoard™ installed, 9081 card can be remotely controlled over a LAN

Remote Control Panel

Using the Control Panel, 9081 card can be remotely controlled over a LAN

LAN

20-Slot Frame with Network Controller

Card

In conjunction with a frame equipped with a Network Controller Card, 9081 card can be remotely controlled over a LAN

Note: • To communicate with DashBoard™ or a Remote Control Panel, the frame must have the

MFC-8320-N network controller card installed.

• DashBoard™ and the Remote Control Panels provide network control of the 9081 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 card edge controls will change the setting displayed on DashBoard™ and a Control Panel; a change made using DashBoard™ will similarly change the setting displayed on a Control Panel and the card itself).

Figure 1-6 9081 User Control Interface

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1 9081 Functional Description

• Built-in Card Edge User Interface – Using the built-in card edge

controls and display, card control settings can be set us ing a front panel menu which is described in Cha pter 3,“Operati ng Instructi ons”.

Note: Some of the 9081 functions described in this manual are available only when

using the DashBoard™, or Cobalt Control Panel user interfaces.

• DashBoard™ User Interfa ce – Using DashBoard™, the 9081 and

other cards installed in openGear®

OGCP-9000 or OGCP-9000/CC Remote

frames such as the Cobalt® HPF-9000 or 8321 Frame 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”.

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 User Guide (PN 9000RCS-RM) provides thorough information and step-by-step instructions for setting up network remote control of COMPASS™ cards using DashBoard™. (Cobalt 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>Documents> Reference Guides link at www.cobaltdigital.com and then select DashBoard Remote Control Setup Guide as a download, or contact Cobalt Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. (p. 1-20).

reference guide Remote Control

OGCP-9000 and

as listed in

• Cobalt

OGCP-9000, OGCP-9000/CC and WinOGCP Remote

Control Panels – The OGCP-9000, OGCP-9000/CC, and WinOGCP

Remote Control Panels conveniently and intui ti vel y provi de parameter monitor and c ontrol of the cards within the 20-slot f rame.

The remote control panels allow quick and intuitive access to hundreds of cards in a fa ci lity, and can monitor and al l o w adj ust ment of multiple p arameters at one time.

The remote control panels are totally compatible with the openGear control software DashBoard™; any changes made with either system are reflected on the other.

1. openGear® is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited. DashBoard™ is a trademark of Ross Video Limited.

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Introduction 9081 Functional Description

9081 Rear I/O Modules

The 9081 physically inte rfaces to sy stem video and audio con necti ons using a Rear I/O Module. Figure 1-7 shows a typical 9081 Rear I/O Module.

All inputs and outputs shown in the 9081 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 9081 card edge connections to industry standard connecti ons that interface wit h ot her components and sys te ms in th e signal chain.

In this manner, the particular inputs and outputs required for a particular application can be acc ommodat ed using a Rear I/O Module tha t b est sui ts the requirements. The required input and outputs are broken out to the industry standard connectors on the Rear I/O Module; the unused inputs and outputs remain unterminated and not available for use.

The full assortment of 9081 Rear I/O Modules is shown and described in 9081 Rear I/O Modules (p. 2-4) in Chapter 2, “Installation and Setup”.

Viewed from rear, the right column of BNC connectors accommodates the right-most card, with the left column accommodating the adjacent card to the left.

In this example with two 9081 cards in slots 1 and 2, the right column serves 9081, slot 1 and the left column serves 9081, slot 2.

In this example, an RM20-9081-B Rear I/O Module provides a connection interface for the signal types shown here.

Phoenix terminal block connectors for 3-wire and 2-wire terminations

BNC connectors for coaxial video signals

Where a maximum of five BNC connections can suit particular I/O requirements, a “split” Rear I/O Module offers maximum card density within the frame by accommodating two cards using a module occupying no more area than a standard module. The RM20-9081-A/S shown here accommodates the signal complement shown for two adjacent 9081 cards. (Split modules are identified by “/S” in the part number.)

Figure 1-7 Typical 9081 Rear I/O Modules

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1 Technical Specifications

Audio and Video Formats Supported by the 9081

The 9081 supports all current SMPTE standard SD and HD video formats. Table 1-1 lists and provides details regarding the audio and video formats supported by the 9081.

Table 1-1 Supported Audio and Video Formats

Item Description/Specification

Input / Output Video Raster Structure: Frame Rate:

1080PsF 23.98; 24 1080p 23.98; 24

(1)

1080i 720p 23.98; 24; 25; 29.97; 30; 50; 59.94;

(1)

486i

(1)

575i

Embedded Audio The 9081 supports all four groups (16 channels) of embedded audio at

full 24-bit resolution in both SD (with extended data packets) and HD.

(1) All rates displayed as frame rates; interlaced (“i”) field rates are two times the rate value shown.

25; 29.97; 30

29.97 25

Technical Specifications

Table 1-2 lists the technical specifications for the 9081 HD/SD Frame Sync with Embedded Audio Processing and Dolby

Table 1-2 Technical Specifications

Item Characteristic

Decoding Option card.

Part number, nomenclature • 9081 – HD/SD Frame Sync with Embedded Audio Processing Installation/usage environment Intended for installation and usage in frame meeting openGear®

modular system definition. Power consumption < 9 Watts maximum Environmental:

Operating temperature: Relative humidity (operating or storage):

Frame communication 10/100 Mbps Ethernet with Auto-MDIX.

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32° – 104° F (0° – 40° C)

< 95%, non-condensing

Introduction Technical Specifications

Table 1-2 Technical Specifica tions — continued

Item Characteristic

Indicators Card edge display and indicators as follows:

• 4-character alphanumeric display

• Status/Error LED indicator

• Input For mat LED indic ato r

Controls Card edge switches as follows:

• Menu Enter pushbutton switch

• Menu Exit pushbutton switch

• Up/down selection toggle switch

Internal Tone Generators Four built-in tone generators, each configurable for 18 discrete

sine wave frequencies ranging from 50 Hz to 16 kHz.

Generator source signal level is equivalent to -20 dBu. Resolution 10-bit video data path Serial Digital Video Input Data Rates Supported:

SMPTE 292 HD-SDI: 1.485 Gbps or 1.485/1.001 Gbps SMPTE 259M-C SD-SDI: 270 Mbps

Impedance:

75 Ω terminating

Equalization (HD):

328 ft (100 m) Belden 1694A

Equalization (SD):

1000 ft (305 m) Belden 1694A

Return Loss:

> 15 dB at 5 MHz – 1.485 GHz

Post-Processor Serial Digital Video Outputs

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Number of Outputs:

Four HD/SD-SDI BNC per IEC 60169-8 Amendment 2

Impedance:

75 Ω

Return Loss:

> 15 dB at 5 MHz – 270 MHz > 12 dB at 270 MHz – 1.485 GHz

Signal Level:

800 mV ± 10%

1 Technical Specifications

Table 1-2 Technical Specifications — continued

Item Characteristic

Post-Processor Serial Digital Video Outputs (cont.)

Pre-Proces sor (Rec locked) Se rial Digi tal Video Outputs

Reference Video Input Number of Inputs:

DC Offset:

0 V ± 50 mV

Jitter (HD):

< 0.15 UI (all outputs)

Jitter (SD):

< 0.10 UI (all outputs)

Overshoot:

< 0.2% of amplitude

Number of Outputs:

Four HD/SD-SDI BNC per IEC 60169-8 Amendment 2

Impedance:

75 Ω

Two non-terminating (looping) Frame Reference inputs

Standards Supported (HD):

720p 24; 25; 29.97; 30; 50; 59.94 1080i 25; 29.97 1080p 23.98; 24; 25; 29.97; 30 1080p/sF 23.98; 24

Standards Supported (SD):

486i 29.97 (NTSC); 575i 25 (PAL)

Signal Level:

1 Vp-p nominal

Signal Type:

Analog video sync (black burst or tri-level)

Impedance:

75 Ω

Return Loss:

> 30 dB to 30 MHz

Allowable Maximum DC on R ef Input:

±1.0 V

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Introduction 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 sh all be limited to, at its option, (i) the repair or (ii) replacement of the produc t, and the det ermination of whether a defect is covered under this limited warranty shall be made at the sole discretion of Cobalt.

This limited warrant y appl ies on ly t o the origi nal end-pu rchaser of the produ ct, and i s not assign able o r transferrable therefrom. This warr ant y i s li mited to defects in material and work ma nship, and shall 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.

modules (where applicable) are warranted to be free from defects in

To facilitate the resolut ion 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 descripti on of t he p r oble m, an d Cobalt shall provide the pur ch aser with a Re turn Mate rial Auth oriz ation (“RMA”). For retu rn, defective product s should be double boxed, and sufficiently protecte d, in the original packa ging, or equivalent, a nd shipped to the Coba lt 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 ACKNOWLEDGES THAT NO OTHE R 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 SUPPORT APPLICATIONS.

COBALT'S LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, 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 (INCLUDING LOST PROFITS), EVEN IF IT HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.

9081-OM (V4.6) 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 1-19

1 Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.

Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.

Feel free to contact our thorough and professional suppo rt repr es entatives for any of the following:

• Name and address of your local dealer

• Product information and pricing

• Technical support

• Upcoming trade show in formation

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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Chapter 2 Installation and Setup

Overview

This chapter contains the following information:

• Installing the 9081 Into a Frame Slot (p. 2-1)

• Installing a Rear I/O Module (p. 2-3)

• Setting Up 9081 Network Remote Control (p. 2-6)

Installing the 9081 Into a Frame Slot

Chapter 2

CAUTION

Heat and power distribution requirements within a frame may dictate specific slot placement of cards. Cards with many heat-producing compon ents should be arranged to avoid areas of excess heat build-up, particularly in frames using only convection cooling.

CAUTION

This device contains semiconductor devices which are susceptible to serious damage from Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). ESD damage may not be immediately apparent and can affect the long-term reliability of the device.

Avoid handling circuit boards in high static environments such as carpeted areas, and when wearing synthetic fiber clothing. Always use proper ESD handling precautions and equipment when working on circuit boards and related equipment.

Note: If installing the 9081 in a slot with no rear I/O module, a Rear I/O Module is

required before cabling can be connected. Refer to Installing a Rear I/O Module (p. 2-3) for rear I/O module installation procedure.

9081-OM (V4.6) 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 2-1

2 Installing the 9081 Into a Frame Slot

CAUTION

Note: Check the packaging in which the 9081 was shipped for any extra items such

as a Rear I/O Module connection label. In some cases, this label is shipped with the card and should be installed on the Rear I/O connector bank corresponding to the slot location of the card.

Install the 9081 into a frame slot as follows:

1. Determine the slot in which the 9081 is to be installed.

2. Open the frame front access panel.

3. While holding the card by the card edges, align the card such that the

plastic ejector tab is on the bottom.

4. Align the card with the top and bottom guides of the slot in which the

card is being installed.

5. Gradually slide the card into the slot. When re sistance is noticed, gently

continue pushing the card until its rear printed circuit edge terminals engage fully into the rear I/O module mating connector.

CAUTION

If card resists fully engaging in rear I/O module mating connector, check for alignment and proper insertion in slot tracks. Damage to card and/or rear I/O module may occur if improper card insertion is attempted.

Verify that the card is fully engaged in rear I/O module mating connector.

7. Close the frame front access panel.

8. Connect the input and output cables as follows:

• If the 9081 is being installed in a PN 8310-BNC or 8310-C-BNC

frame, refer to the label on the connector bank corresponding to the card’s slot location for connector designations.

• If the 9081 is being installed in a frame using a 9081 Rear I/O

Module, connect cabling in accordance with the appropriate diagram shown in Table 2-1, “9081 Rear I/O Modules” (p. 2-5).

9. Repeat steps 1 through 8 for other 9081 cards.

Note: External frame sync reference signals are received by the card over a refer-

ence bus on the card frame, and not on any card rear I/O module connectors. The frame has BNC connectors labeled REF 1 and REF 2 which receive the reference signal from an external source such as a house distribution.

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Installation and Setup Installing a Rear I/O Module

Note: The 9081 BNC inputs are internally 75-ohm terminated. It is not necessary to

terminate unused BNC inputs or outputs.

Note: To remove a card, press down on the ejector tab to unseat the card from the

rear I/O module mating connector. Evenly draw the card from its slot.

10. If network remote control is to be used for the frame and the frame has

not yet been set up for remote control, perform setup in accordance with

Cobalt

reference guide “Remote Control User Guid e (PN

9000RCS-RM)”.

Note: If installing a card in a frame already equipped for, and connected to

DashBoard™, no network setup is required for the card. The card will be discovered by DashBoard™ and be ready for use.

Installing a Rear I/O Module

Note: This procedure is applicable only if a Rear I/O Module is not currently

installed in the slot where the 9081 is to be installed.

If installing the 9081 in a slot already equipped with a suitable I/O module,

omit this procedure.

Install a Rear I/O Module as follows:

1. On the frame, determine the slot in which the 9081 is to be installed.

2. In the mounting area corresponding to the slot location, install

Rear I/O Module as shown in Figure 2-1.

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2 Installing a Rear I/O Module

Align and engage mounting tab on Rear I/O Module with the module seating slot

on rear of frame chassis.

DSCN3483A.JPG

Hold top of Rear I/O Module flush against frame chassis and start the captive screw.

Lightly tighten captive screw.

9081 Rear I/O Modules

DSCN3487A.JPG

Figure 2-1 Rear I/O Module Installation

Table 2-1 shows and describes the full assortment of Rear I/O Modules specifically for use with the 9081.

Note: Rear I/O Modules equipped with 3-wire Phoenix connectors are supplied with

removable screw terminal block adapters. For clarity, the adapters are omitted in the drawings below.

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Installation and Setup Installing a Rear I/O Module

Table 2-1 9081 Rear I/O Modules

9081 Rear I/O Module Description RM20-9081-A Provides the following connections:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (

• Four HD/SD-SDI reclocked input copies

RCK OUT 1 thru RCK OUT 4)

(

• Four buffered SDI coaxial outputs (

SDI OUT 4

)

SDI IN)

SDI OUT 1 thru

RM20-9081-A.PNG

RM20-9081-B Provides the following connections:

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (

SDI IN)

• Four HD/SD-SDI reclocked input copies (

RCK OUT 1 thru RCK OUT 4)

• RS-485 Dolby

metadata/LTC I/O output (RS-485)

• Four buffered SDI coaxial outputs (

SDI OUT 4

RM20-9081-B.PNG

)

SDI OUT 1 thru

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2 Setting Up 9081 Network Remote Control

Table 2-1 9081 Rear I/O Modules — continued

9081 Rear I/O Module Description RM20-9081-A/S Split Rear Module. Provides each of the following

connections for two 9081 cards:

RM20-9081-AS.PNG

• HD/SD-SDI coaxial input (

• HD/SD-SDI reclocked input copies (

RCK OUT 2

)

• Buffered SDI coaxial outputs (

SDI OUT 2

)

Note: RM20-9081-A/S Rear I/O Module compatible

only with 20-slot frames.

SDI IN)

RCK OUT 1 and

SDI OUT 1 and

Setting Up 9081 Network Remote Control

Perform remote control setup in accordance with Cobalt® reference guide “Remote Control User Guide” (PN 9000RCS-RM).

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 Control User Guide (PN 9000RCS-RM) provides thorough information and step-by-step instructions for setting up network remote control of COMPASS™ cards using DashBoard™. (Cobalt 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>Documents>Reference Guides link at www.cobaltdigital.com and then select DashBoard Remote Control Setup Guide as a download, or contact Cobalt

• If installing a card in a frame already equipped for, and connected to DashBoard™, no network setup is required for the card. The card will be discovered by DashBoard™ and be ready for use.

as listed in Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. (p. 1-20).

reference guide Remote

OGCP-9000 and

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Overview

Chapter 3

Chapter 3 Operating Instructions

This chapter contains the following information:

• Control and Display Descriptions (p. 3-1)

• Accessing the 9081 Card via Remote Control (p. 3-5)

• Checking 9081 Card Information (p. 3-7)

• Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges (p. 3-8)

• 9081 Function Submenu List and Descriptions (p. 3-9)

• Troubleshooting (p. 3-42)

Control and Display Descriptions

This secti on describes the user interface co ntrols, indicators, and displays (both on-card and remote controls) for using the 9081 card. The 9081 functions can be accessed and controlled using any of the user interfaces described here.

The format in which the 9081 functional controls, indicators, and displays appear and are used varies depending on the user interface being used. Regardless of the user interface being used, access to the 9081 functions (and the controls, ind icato rs, an d disp lays r elat ed to a particul ar f uncti on) fo llows a general arrangement of Function Submenus under which related controls can be accessed (as described in Function Submenu/Parameter Submenu Overview below).

Note: DashBoard™ and the Remote Control Panel provide greatly simplified user

interfaces as compared to using the card edge controls. For this reason, it is strongly recommended that DashBoard™ or a Remote Control Panel be used for all card applications other than the most basic cases. Card edge control codes are not included in this manual. If card-edge control is to be used, obtain a copy of “Manual Supplement – Card-Edge Control Reference Master List and Instructions for Using Compass Codes” (989CEC-MS.pdf) at www.cobaltdigital.com>Support>Documents>Reference Guides.

Card-edge (Local) Control

9081-OM (V4.6) 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 3-1

3 Control and Display Descriptions

Note: When a setting is changed, settings displayed on DashBoard™ (or the

Remote Control Panel) are the settings as effected by the 9081 card itself and reported back to the remote control; the value displayed at any time is the actual value as set on the card.

Function Submenu/Parameter Submenu Overview

The functions and related pa rameters avai lable on the 9081 car d are organ ized into function submenus, which consist of parameter groups as shown below.

Figure 3-1 shows how the 9081 card an d its submenus ar e orga nized, and also provides an overview of how navig ation is performed be tween cards, func tion submenus, and parameters.

If using DashBoard™ or a Remote Control Panel, the desired 9081 card is first selected.

9081

Submenu a Submenu b

Individual Parameters

Each submenu consists of groups of parameters related to the function submenu. Using the “Video Proc” function submenu example, the individual parameters for this function consist of various v ideo processor parameters such as Luma Gain, Saturation, and so on.

Figure 3-1 Function Submenu/Parameter Submenu Overvie w

• • •

The desired function submenu is next selected. Function Submenus consist of parameter groups related to a particular 9081 card function (for example, “Video Proc”).

Submenu z

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Operating Instructions Control and Display Descriptions

DashBoard™ User Interface

(See Figure 3-2.) Th e 9081 fu nction submenus are or gani zed i n DashBoa rd™ using tabs. When a tab is selected, each parametric control or selection list item associated with the function is displayed. Scalar (numeric) parametric values can then be adjusted as desired using the GUI slider controls. Items in a list can then be selected using GUI drop-down lists. (In this manner, the setting effected using controls and selection lists displayed in DashBoard™ are comparable to the su bmenu ite ms access ed and commi tted using the 9081 card edge c ontrols.

Typical On/Off Control

DashBoard Tabs

Typical Selection List

Typical Parametric Control

AUDGRPEX1_EMB.PNG

Figure 3-2 Typical DashBoard Tabs and Controls

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3 Control and Display Descriptions

Cobalt® Remote Control Panel User Interfaces

(See Figure 3-3.) Similar to the function submenu tabs using DashBoard™, the Remote Control Panels have a Select Submenu key that is used t o dis pla y a list of function submenus. From this list, a control knob on the Control Panel is used to select a function from the list of displayed function submenu items.

When the desired function submenu is selected, each parametric control or selection list item associated with the function is displayed. Scalar (numeric) parametric values can then be adjusted as desired using the control knobs, which act like a potentiometer. Items in a list can then be selected using the control knobs which cor respo ndingl y act li ke a r otary switch . (In t his man ner, the setting effected using co ntr ols and selection lists displayed on t h e Co ntr ol Panel are comparable to t he submenu i tems acce ssed and committed u sing the 9081 card edge controls.)

Figure 3-3 shows accessing a function submenu and its parameters (in this example, “Video Proc”) using the Control Panel as compared to using the card edge controls.

Video Proc function (among others) is accessed using the Control Panel Select Submenu key. Video Proc function is selected from the list of functions (submenu items)

When the Video Proc function submenu is selected, its related parameters are now displayed.

In this example, Color Gain (saturation) is adjusted using the control knob adjacent to

Color Gain

Note: Refer to “OGCP-9000 Remote Control Panel User Manual” (PN

OGCP-9000-OM) or “OGCP-9000/CC Remote Control Panel User Manual” (PN OGCP-9000/CC-OM) for complete instructions on using the Control Panels.

3396B_3346BGENEMB.JPG

3370_3372B.JPG

Figure 3-3 Remote Control Panel Setup of Example Video Proc Function Setup

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Operating Instructions Accessing the 9081 Card via Remote Control

Accessing the 9081 Card via Remote Control

Access the 9081 card using DashBoard™ or Cobalt® Remote Control Panel as described below.

Accessing the 9081 Card Using DashBoard™

1. On the computer connected to the frame LAN, open DashBoard™.

2. As shown be low, in the left side Basic View Tree locate the Network

Controller Card associated with the frame containing the 9081 card to be accessed (in this example, “MFC-8320-N SN: 00108053”).

DB_ACCESS1.PNG

3. As shown below, expand the tree to access the cards within the frame.

Click on the card to be accessed (in this example, “Slot 6: CDI-9081 RCVR21”).

9081_DB_ACCESS2A.PNG

As shown on the next page, when the card is accessed in DashBoard™ its function submenu scree n showing ta bs for eac h functi on is disp layed. (The particular submenu screen displayed is the previously displayed screen from the last time the card was accessed by DashBoard™).

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3 Accessing the 9081 Card via Remote Control

Card Access/Navigation

Tree Pane

Card Info

Pane

Card Function Submenu

and Controls Pane

Accessing the 9081 Card Using a Cobalt® Remote Control Panel

Press the Select Device key and select a c ard as shown in the example below.

9081_3366_3392.JPG

This display shows the list order number of the device that is ready for selection

This display shows the devices assigned to the Control Panel.

• Rotate any knob to select from the list of devices. The device selected using a knob is displayed with a reversed background (in this example,

“1 9081 - Receiver 21 Input Processing”).

• Directly enter a device by entering its list number using the numeric keypad, and

then pressing Enter or pressing in any knob).

9081_ DB_ACCESS3A3.PNG

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Operating Instructions Checking 9081 Card Information

Checking 9081 Card Information

The operating st atus and s oftwar e ver sion the 9 081 car d can be chec ked us ing DashBoard™ or the card edge control user interface. Figure 3-4 shows and describes the 9081 card i nformati on screen usi ng DashBoard™ a nd acces sing card information using the card edg e control user interfac e.

Note: Proper operating status in DashBoard™ is denoted by green icons for the sta-

tus indicators shown in Figure 3-4. Yellow or red icons respectively indicate an alert or failure condition. Refer to Troubleshooting (p. 3-42) for corrective action.

The Tree View shows the cards seen by DashBoard™. In this example, Network Controller Card MFC-8320-N (serial number ...8053) is hosting a 9081 card in slot 6.

Software Version Number

Refer to this number to check that documentation (such as this manual) matches the card’s Software Version Number. Use this number also when communicating to Cobalt

regarding this card.

Power Consumption Displays

This display shows the power consumed by the 9081 for both the +12V and -7.5V rails.

Status Displays

These displays show the status the signal being received by the 9081. Green Settings icon shows that any changes made on DashBoard™ are sucessfully saved on the card’s memory.

Figure 3-4 9081 Card Info Utility

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3 Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges

Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges

Table 3-1 lists typical default output video VANC line number locations for various ancillary data items that may be passed or handled by the card.

Table 3-1 Typical Ancillary Data Line Number Locations/Ranges

Default Line No. / Range

Item

SD HD

AFD 12 (Note 2) 9 (Note 2) ATC_VITC 13 (Note 2) 9/8 (Note 2) ATC_LTC — 10 (Note 2)

Dolby

Metadata 13 (Note 2) 13 (Note 2) SDI VITC Waveform 14/16 (Note 2) — Closed Captioning 21 (locked) 10 (Note 2) Notes:

1. The card does not check for conflicts on a given line number. Make certain the selected line is available and carrying no other data.

2. While range indicated b y d rop -dow n li st o n G UI m ay al lo w a particular range o f ch oi ces , the actual range is automatically cl amped (limi ted) to c ert ain rang es to preven t inadv ertent con fli ct with a ctive pictu re ar ea depending on video format. Limiting ranges for various output formats are as follows:

Format Line No. Limiting Format Line No. Limiting Format Line No. Limiting

525i 12-19 720p 9-25 1080p 9-41 625i 9-22 1080i 9-20

Because line number allocation is not standardized for all ancillary items, consideration should be given to all items when performing set-ups. Figure 3-5 shows an example of improper and corrected VANC allocation within an HD-SDI stream.

ATC_VITC = 9/8 CC = 10

Dolby Meta data = 13

Card 1

ATC_VITC = 9/ 8 CC = 10 Dolby Metadata = 13

Card 1

AFD Insertion attempted usin g VANC line 9 (default)

AFD Insertion corrected to us e VANC line 18

ATC_VITC = 9/8 AFD = 9

CC = 10 Dolby Meta data = 13

Card n

ATC_VITC = 9/8

CC = 10 Dolby Metadata = 13

AFD = 18

Card n

Conflict between ATC_VITC and AFD both on VANC line 9

Conflict between ATC_VITC on line 9/8 and AFD (now on line 18) resolved

Figure 3-5 Example VANC Line Number Allocation Conflict and Resolution

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Operating Instructions 9081 Function Submenu List and Descriptions

9081 Function Submenu List and Descriptions

T abl e 3-2 i ndivid ually li sts an d descr ibes e ach 9081 f uncti on submenu and its related list selections, controls, and parameters. Where helpful, examples showing usage of a function are also provided. Table 3-2 is primarily based upon using DashBoard™ to access each function and its corresponding submenus and parameters.

Note: All numeric (scalar) parameters displayed on DashBoard™ can be changed

using the slider controls, arrows, or by numeric keypad entry in the corresponding numeric field. (When using numeric keypad entry, add a return after the entry to commit the entry.)

On DashBoard™ itself and in Table 3-2, the function submenu items are organized using tabs as shown below.

The table below provides a quick-reference to the page numbers where each function submenu item can be found.

Function Submenu Item Page Function Submenu Item Page

Audio Inpu t Controls 3-10 Dolby Decoder (+DEC only) 3-28 Video Proc 3-11 Dolby E Metadata (+DEC only) 3-30 AFD 3-12 Dolby D Metadata (+DEC only) 3-31 Framesync 3-13 T one Generator 3-37 Embedded Audio Group 1/2 3-18 Audio Mixing 3-32 Embedded Audio Group 3/4 3-22 Licensable Features 3-37 Timecode 3-24 Presets 3-38

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3 9081 Function Submenu List and Descriptions

Table 3-2 9081 Function Submenu List

Displays signal status for the 16 embedded audio channels. Also provides global unity routing/parameter

Audio Input Controls

control resets.

• Status Displays Individual signal status displays for embedded audio channels 1-16 as

•

• Embedded Unity Channel Selection Selects unity reset of Embedded Audio Group 1/2 and 3/4 controls and

follows:

• Not Present: Indicates embedded channel does not contain recognized audio PCM data.

Note: Channel displaying Not Present may still carry usable audio

data with Unlocked being displayed due to invalid headers.

• Present, Professional: Indicates embedded channel contains recognized audio PCM data.

• Present, Dolby E: Indicates embedded channel contains Dolby encoded data.

• Present, Dolby Digital: Indicates embedded channel contains

Digital encoded data.

Dolby

Note:Dolby status displays shown to the left only occur for valid

re-establishes default 1-to-1 routing by routing Embedded Ch 1 thru Ch 16 as respective sources to destination channels Embedded Ch 1 thru Embedded Ch 16.

signals meeting SMPTE 337M standard.

Dolby

(9081 only) The 9081 card does not perform Dolby processing on the signal. Although the 9081 controls will appear to be usable for this signal tag, the signal is passed through with all gain and polarity controls set to unity.

(+DEC only) When Dolby on an embedded audio pair, the decoder can provide up to 10 decoded channels (according to the Dolby and received metadata). All decoded channels are available as inputs to the audio router.

E or Dolby® Digital™ is present

sub-format

Applies embedded unity channel selection. To apply the unity reset, click the Confirm button. When Confirm is clicked, a Confirm? pop-up appears, requesting confirmation.

• Click Yes to proceed with the unity reset.

• Click No to reject unity reset.

When confirmed, the destination channel controls are default reset as follows:

• Gain is to unity

• Phase control is set to Normal

• Channel is set to Unmuted

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Operating Instructions 9081 Function Submenu List and Descriptions

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Provides the following Video Proc parametr ic control s.

• Video Proc Video Proc (On/Off) provides master on/off control of all Video Proc

• Reset to Unity Reset to Unity provides unity reset control of all Video Proc functions.

• Luma Gain Adjusts gain percentage applied to Luma (Y channel).

functions.

• When set to Off, all processing is bypassed.

• When set to On, currently displayed parameter settings take effect.

When Confirm is clicked, a Confirm? pop-up appears, requesting confirmation.

• Click Yes to proceed with the unity reset.

• Click No to reject unity reset.

(0% to 200% range in 0.1% steps; unity = 100%)

Video Proc

• Luma Lift Adjusts lift applied to Luma (Y-channel). (-100% to 100% range in 0.1% steps; null = 0.0%)

• Color Gain Adjusts gain percentage (saturation) applied to Chroma (C-channel).

(0% to 200% range in 0.1% steps; unity = 100%)

• Color Phase Adjusts phase angle applied to Chroma. (-360° to 360° range in 0.1° steps; null = 0°)

• Gang Luma and Color Gain When set to On, changing either the Luma Gain or Color Gain controls

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increases or decreases both the Luma and Chroma levels by equal amounts.

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Allows assignment of AFD (Active Format Description)

AFD

Note: This function only marks the SDI output with an AFD code. Actual AFD processing must be performed by a downstream

card or system that recognizes an AFD code assigned here.

• Incoming AFD Displays incoming AFD setting as follows:

codes to the SDI output video.

• If AFD code is present, one of the 1 1, four-bit AFD codes is displayed (as shown in the example to the left). Also displayed is the VANC line number of the incoming AFD code.

• I f no AFD setting is present in the video signal, No AFD Present is displayed.

• Output Mode Drop-down selection determines action to take in presence or absence of existing AFD code on input video.

• Output Code Drop-down list assigns desired AFD to output SDI.

4:3 Coded Frame AFD Code

•

16:9 Coded Frame AFD Code

1: AFD codes numbering and definitions conform to SMPTE 2016-1-2007. 2: Image Prot ecte d impl ies pictu re cont ent that must not be cropped by

(1)

Description AFD Code

– No code present 1001 Full frame 0000 Undefined 1010 16:9 (center) 0010 Box 16:9 (top) 1011 14:9 (center) 0011 Box 14:9 (top) 1101 4:3 (with alternate

0100 Box > 16:9 (center) 1110 16:9 (with alternate

1000 Full frame 1111 16:9 (with alternate

(1)

Description AFD Code

– No code present 1001 4:3 (center) 0000 Undefined 1010 16:9 (image

0010 Full frame 1011 14:9 (center) 0011 4:3 (center) 1101 4:3 (with alternate

0100 Box > 16:9 (center) 1110 16:9 (with alternate

1000 Full frame 1111 16:9 (with alternate

conversion processes or display devices. Alternate center formats may have protected center areas, with areas outside of the protected area not containing mandatory content.

(1)

Description

14:9 center)

4:3 center)

Description

protected)

14:9 center)

4:3 center)

(2)

• Output Line

Allows selecting the line location of the AFD data within the video signal Ancillary Data space. (Range is 9 thru 41.)

Note: • Although the output line drop-down will allow any choice within the

9 thru 41 range, the actual range is automatically clamped (limited) to certain ranges to prevent inadvertent conflict with active picture area depending on video format. See Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges (p. 3-8) for more information.

• The card does not check for conflicts on a given line number. Make certain the selected line is available and carrying no other data.

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Operating Instructions 9081 Function Submenu List and Descriptions

Table 3-2 9081 Function Submenu List — continued

Provides video Frame Sync offset and audio re-sync tools.

• Framesync Enable

Framesync

• Vertical Delay Control When Framesync is enabled, sets vertical delay (in number of lines of

Disables the Frame Sync function, or selects from choices below.

• Off: Video path bypasses frame sync entirely; output video timing

tracks with input video timing.

• Reference 1: Allows Frame Sync function to use external

Reference 1 as the reference (“house”) standard.

• Reference 2: Allows Frame Sync function to use external

Reference 2 as the reference (“house”) standard.

Note: If Reference 1 or Reference 2 is selected and an

appropriate external reference is not received, the status portion of DashBoard™, indicating invalid frame sync

reference error. (Additionally, the card edge ERR indicator illuminates indicating the same.) External reference signals Reference 1 and Reference 2 are distributed to the card and other cards via a frame bus.

• Input Video: Allows full framesync functionality (such as delay offset), but instead uses the input video signal as the reference standard.

Note: • If Input Video is used for framesync, any timing instability

on the input video will result in corresponding instability on the output video. This setting should only be used where syncing to input video is known to be reliable.

• Negative vertical or horizontal delay values (using the controls below) should not be used when using Input Video mode. This may result in image motion “jerkiness”. T o add an of fset in t his case, instead apply a positive value that results in the desired net offset.

output video timing) between the output video and the frame sync reference.

(Range is -1124 thru 1124 lines.)

indication appears in the Card Info

Note: Lines refer to lines in the output video format, and not to the

reference format.

• Horizontal Delay Control When Framesync is enabled, sets (in µsec of output video timing) horizontal delay between the output video and the frame sync reference.

(Range is -64.000 thru 64.000 µsec) Note: When an external framesync reference is used, the card will not

produce a framesync reset until the variance between framesync reference and output video exceeds ± 2 clock periods. Therefore, a framesync reset will not result if offsets within this window are applied.

To apply an offset/framesync reset within this window, first apply a relatively large offset, then apply the target smaller offset.

Example: T o apply a 1-period offset, first apply a 10-period positive offset and then apply a 9-period negative offset. This results in the target 1-period offset being applied to the output video.

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(continued)

• Input Video Mode Fixed Delay Control When Framesync is enabled and set to Input Video, allows adding video

• Framesync Audio SRC On/Off Control When Framesync is enabled and set to Input Video, allows disabling

• Minimum Latency Frames Control

Minimum Latency Frames Control

delay. This is useful when compensating for processes which result in large audio delays.

(Range is 0.0000 thru 300.0 msec.)

audio SRC. This is required if the card is to pass non-PCM audio such as Dolby® audio to downstream devices.

When Framesync is enabled, specifies the smallest amount of latency allowed by the frame sync (latency measurement in output video frames). The frame sync will not output a frame unless the specified number of frames are captured in the buffer. The operational latency of the frame

sync is always between the specified minimum latency and minimum latency plus one fra m e (not one field).

(Maximum range is 0 to 32.) Note: Due to card memory limits, the maximum available Minimum

Latency Frames is related to the output video format selected. For example, with a 525i59.94 output, the practical maximum limit is 13.

When using this control, be sure to check the Framesync Status display as follows:

• Latency frames selection within limits.

• Latency frames selection exceeds limits.

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Table 3-2 9081 Function Submenu List — continued

(continued)

• Audio Hard Resync Threshold Control Sets threshold at which hard resync is applied if audio-video offset

With offset less than selected hard resync threshold, resync is progressively applied in many small steps to provide a seamless, glitch-free retiming. After the successive steps, the audio is synchronized with the video (in this example, 40 msec). (Progressive correction is applied at 1 msec/sec appr. rate.)

Video:

40 msec

With offset greater than selected hard resync threshold, resync is immediately applied.

Video:

40 msec

Audio:

240 msec

exceeds threshold (see below). Hard resync provides fastest snyc-up suitable for off-air manipulation. Conversely, a threshold setting high enough to accommodate normal on-air offsets allows on-air resync that is glitch-free.

(Range is 1.5 to 13.0 frames in 0.1 frame increments)

In this example, initial offset of 200 msec (appr. 6 frames) is below 9 frame threshold and results in soft resync being progressively applied.

In this example, initial offset of 400 msec (appr. 12 frames) is above 9 frame threshold and results in immediate hard resync.

Audio:

440 msec

• Audio Offset Control Adds or reduces (offsets) audio delay from the matching video delay

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(audio delay offset setting adds or removes delay in addition to any delay included by other actions). This control is useful for correcting lip sync problems when video and audio paths in the chain experience differing overall delays.

(-575.0 msec to 575.0 msec range; null = 0.0 msec) Note: Delay offset values of less than approximately 1 frame are

progressively applied by the card to provide a seamless, glitch-free retiming. However, delay off set values exceeding 1-1/2 f rames may result in a slight audio discontinuity at the moment when the offset is applied using this control if the Audio Hard Resync Threshold control is not at a setting greater than the delay offset.

To prevent this condition during an on-air manipulation, it is

recommended that the Audio Hard Resync Threshold control be set high enough such that expected delay offsets exceeding 1-1/2 frames are progressively applied.

Note: If using Audio Offset control to perform off-air corrections, it is

recommended to temporarily set the Audio Hard Resync Threshold control to its minimum setting, thereby allowing the offset to be assessed and corrected as fast as possible.

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(continued)

• Current Audio Delay Display Displays the current input-to-output audio delay (in msec units) as well as

• Video Delay Display Displays the current input-to-output video delay (in msec units) as well as

• Framesync Status Display Displays the current framesync status as follows:

• Loss of Input Signal Selection In the event of input video Loss of Signal (LOS), determines action to be

in terms of Frames/fractional frame (in number of lines).

• Framesync status OK.

• Framesync Enable set to Off.

• I mpr oper or missing framesy nc refere nce.

• Latency frames selection exceeds limits.

Note: See Minimum Latency Frames Control ( p. 3-14) for more

information about this message.

taken as follows:

• Disable Outputs: Disab le all outputs.

• Freeze Last Frame: Freeze image to last good frame (last frame

having valid SAV and EAV codes).

• Freeze to Color: Freeze image to a color raster (as selected using Framesync LOS Freeze Color control).

Note: Freeze Last Frame and Freeze to Color choices are functional only

when frame sync is set to lock to valid reference.

• Framesync LOS Freeze Color In the event of LOS with Freeze to Color enabled above, sets the image raster color from choices shown to the left.

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(continued)

• Custom Color Hue Adjusts raster hue (phase angle) for custom LOS color. (-360° to 360° range in 0.1° steps; null = 0°)

• Custom Color Saturation Adjusts raster saturation level for custom LOS color. (0% to 100% range in 0.1% steps)

• Custom Color Y Level Adjusts raster luma level for custom LOS color. (64 to 940 range)

• Reset/Resync Framesync

Reset Framesync

Reset Framesync resets the frame sync, clearing any buffered audio and video.

Resync Video and Reference reset s the input processing paths for video and reference.

When Confirm is clicked, a Confirm? pop-up appears, requesting confirmation.

• Click Yes to reset the frame sync.

• Click No to reject reset.

Note: These controls are not normally used or required when the card is

receiving a stable, continuous frame sync reference.

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Selects the audio source for each embedded audio channel 1 thru 8 (Embedded Audio Groups 1 and 2).

Embedded Audio Group 1/2

Also provides Gain, Phase Invert, and Muting controls for each channel.

9062_EAG1-2_EXAMPLE.PNG

The example above shows various Source selections and individual audio control settings for audio sources fed to the Destination channels

Embedded Ch 1 thru Embedded Ch 8 in Embedded

Audio Groups 1 and 2, with the resulting setup (right).

The source-to-destination correlation shown here is only an example; any of the sources on the left can connect to any of the destinations on the right, or to Embedded Audio Groups 3 and 4 (not shown here). Additional sources not shown here are also available. These are described on the following pages.

The controls shown here are described in detail on the following pages.

Embedded

Channels 1 – 16

Embed Ch 12

Embed Ch 14

Embed Ch 10

Embed Ch 3

Embed Ch 5

Downmix L

Downmix R

–10 dB

–20 dB

–15 dB

–10 dB

–

–20 dB

–15 dB

10 dB

–15 dB

TG1

Embedded

Audio Group 1

CH1

CH2

CH3

CH4

CH5

CH6

CH7

CH8

Embedded

Audio Group 2

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(continued)

• SD Audio Depth Allows option of using 24-bit audio data structure per SMPTE 272M,

• Group Enable When enabled (On), enables the embedding of the corresponding

§3.10 (default is 20-bit per SMPTE 272M, §3.5).

Note: • If 24-bit depth is desired, make certain downstream equipment is

compatible with 24-bit SD audio data.

• Depth control setting applied here affects both Embedded Audio Group 1/2 and 3/4.

embedded audio group (Embedded Audio Group 1 or Embedded Audio Group 2).

• Embedded Audio Group 1 consists of embedded channels 1 thru 4.

• Embedded Audio Group 2 consists of embedded channels 5 thru 8.

Two Group Enable buttons correspondingly enable or disable Embedded Audio Group 1 and Embedded Audio Group 2.

Disabling a group removes the entire group of embedded audio channels while preserving the settings of the channels belonging to the group.

Note: • Embedded Ch 2 thru Embedded Ch 8 have controls identical to the Source, Gain, Mute, and Phase controls

described here for Embedded Ch 1. Therefore, only the Embedded Ch 1 controls are shown here.

• For each channel, its source and destination should be considered and appropriately set. Unused destination channels should be set to the Silence selection.

• Embedded Channel Sourc e Using the Source drop-down list, selects the audio input source to be embedded in the corresponding embedded channel from the choices described below.

• Embedded Ch 1 thru Ch 16 as Source Embed Ch 1 thru Embed Ch 16 range in Source drop-down list enables

•

• Down Mix Left or Right as Source Down Mix Left and Down Mix Right selections in Source drop-down list

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an embedded channel (Ch 1 thru Ch 16) to be the source for the selected destination Embedded Audio Group channel.

(In this example, Embed Ch 1 (embedded Ch 1) is the source for destination Embedded Ch 1)

allow either downmixer left or right channel to be the source for the selected destination Embedded Audio Group channel.

(In this example, the Down Mix Left channel is the source for destination Embedded Ch 1)

Note: Down Mix Left and Down Mix Right channels are a stereo pair

derived from the L, C, R, Ls, and Rs channel inputs selected using the Audio Mixing function. The stereo pair consists of basic L/R PCM signals with no additional encoded information.

Refer to Audio Mixing function description on page 3-32 for more information.

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(continued)

• M o no Mi x as Source Mono selection in Source drop-down list allows mono mix content to be

• Audio LTC as Source LTC selection in Source drop-down list allows any timecode format

• Dolby

Decoded Channel as Source (+DEC only) Dolby Ch 1 thru Dol by Ch 8 range in Source drop-down list

•

the source for the selected destination Embedded Audio Group channel. (In this example, the mono content is the source for destination

Embedded Ch 1)

Note: Mono mix content is set up using Mono Mixer Selection in the

Audio Mixing function). Refe r to Audio Mixing function

description on page 3-32 for more information.

received by the card to be outputted as audio LTC over an embedded audio output (destination) channel.

(In this example, audio LTC is the source for destination Embedded Ch 1) Note: • When LTC is selected as source, Gain and Mute controls are

disabled.

• Refer to Timecode function description on page 3-24 for mor e information.

enables a Dolby destination Embedded Audio Group channel.

(In this example, Dolby Embedded Ch 1)

Note: Drop-down choices of Ch 1 thru Ch 8 and Mix 1/Mix 2 represent

maximum channels available. Actual active channel complement is per received Dolby channels should not be used.

Refer to Dolby for an example of using Dolby® decoding.

decoded channel to be the source for the selected

decoded Ch 1 is the source for destination

format and upstream encoding. Inactive

E Processing and Routing Example on page 3-40

• Tone Generator 1 thru 4 as Source Tone Ge nerator 1 thru Tone Generator 4 range in Source drop-down list enables one of four tone generators (Tone 1 thru Tone 4) to be the source for the selected destination Embedded Audio Group channel.

(In this example, Tone 1 (tone generator 1) is the source for destination Embedded Ch 1)

Note: Tone generator frequencies can be independently set for the four

tone generator sources. Refer to Tone Generator function description on page 3-37 for

more information.

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(continued)

• Silence (Mute) as Source Silence selection in Source drop-down list mutes the selected destination

• Gain (dB) Control Adjusts relative gain (in dB) applied to the corresponding destination

• Mute Control Allows pushbutton On/Off channel muting while saving all other settings.

• Phase Control Selects between Normal and Invert phase (relative to source original

Embedded Audio Group channel. Use this setting for unused destination channels.

(In this example, silence (muting) is applied to Embedded Ch 1)

Embedded Audio Group channel. (-80 to +40 dB range in 0.1 dB steps; unity = 0.0 dB)

phase) for the destination Embedded Audio Group channel.

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Selects the audio source for each embedded audio channel 9 thru 16 (Embedded Audio Groups 3 and 4).

Embedded Audio Group 3/4

Also provides Gain, Phase Invert, and Muting controls for each channel.

9062_EAG3-4_EXAMPLE.PNG

Embedded

Audio Group 3

CH9

CH10

CH11

CH12

The example above shows various Source selections and individual audio control settings for various audio sources fed to the Destination channels

Embedded Ch 9 thru Embedded Ch 16 in Embedded

Audio Groups 3 and 4, with the

Embedded

Channels 1 – 16

Embed Ch 1 Embed Ch 3

Embed Ch 5

15 dB

10 dB

Silence

resulting setup (right). The source-to-destination

correlation shown here is only an example; any of the sources on the left can connect to any of the destinations on the right, or to Embedded Audio Groups 1 and 2 (not shown here). Additional sources not shown here are also available.

Downmix L

Downmix R

TG2

–20 dB

0 dB

–20 dB

Silence

CH13

CH14

CH15

CH16

Embedded

Audio Group 4

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(continued)

• SD Audio Depth Allows option of using 24-bit audio data structure per SMPTE 272M,

• Group Enable

§3.10 (default is 20-bit per SMPTE 272M, §3.5).

Note: • If 24-bit depth is desired, make certain downstream equipment is

compatible with 24-bit SD audio data.

• Depth control setting applied here affects both Embedded Audio Group 1/2 and 3/4.

When enabled (On), enables the embedding of the corresponding embedded audio group (Embedded Audio Group 3 or Embedded Audio Group 4).

• Embedded Audio Group 3 consists of embedded channels 9 thru 12.

• Embedded Audio Group 4 consists of embedded channels 13

thru 16.

Two Group Enable buttons correspondingly enable or disable Embedded Audio Group 3 and Embedded Audio Group 4.

Disabling a group removes the entire group of embedded audio channels while preserving the settings of the channels belonging to the group.

Note: • Embedded Ch 9 thru Embedded Ch 16 have controls that are identical to the Source, Gain, Mute, and Phase controls

described for Embedded Ch 1. Refer to Embedded Audio Group 1/2 on page 3-18 for descriptions of these controls.

• For each channel, its source and destination should be considered and appropriately set. Unused destination channels should be set to the Silence selection.

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Provides timecode data extraction from various sources, and provides formatting and re-insertion

Timecode

Shown below is an example in which received SDI video with SDI VITC waveform timecode is to be converted to SDI ATC_VITC timecode data. Each Timecode control is fully described on the pages that follow.

controls for inserting the timecode into the output video.

525i 5994

w/ VITC

Waveform

Noting that the incoming video contains VITC

9081

waveform timecode data (as shown in the status display), set the Source Priority drop-down lists to include VITC Waveform timecode data (SDI VITC) as a choice. This extracts VITC Waveform timecode data from the incoming video.

In this example, it is desired to provide SDI

ATC_VITC timecode data in the SDI output video. As such, set SD ATC Insertion to Enabled.

525i SDI

w/ VITC

Waveform

SDI VITC

Detect/Extract

525i 5994 w/ ATC_VITC

Priority/

Select

Buffer/ Format

SDI VITC

Timecode

Proc/Embed

ATC_VITC Timecode

Proc/Embed

SDI ATC_VITC Detect/Extract

ATC_LTC Timecode

Line

Control

Proc/Embed

525i SDI w/ATC_VITC

ATC_VITC Insertion = Enabled; line 13

SDI ATC_LTC

Detect/Extract

LTC Detect/

Extract

Insert

Control

Number

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Audio LTC and RS-485 LTC controls described below only appear on cards with +LTC licensed optional feature. This feature allows bidirectional conversion between VBI-based timecode and LTC timecode on audio and RS-485 interfaces.

• Timecode Source Status Displays Displays the current status and contents of the three supported timecode

• RS-485 Port LTC Control Allows RS-485 port to be used to receive LTC, or send LTC over RS-485

• Source Priority As described here, selects the priority assigned to each of the four

formats shown to the left.

• If a format is receiving timecode data, the current content (timecode running count and line number) is displayed.

• If a format is not receiving timecode data, Unlocked is displayed.

port as follows:

• If RS-485 L TC is to be received via the shared RS-485 port, set the RS-485 Port Function control to LTC In.

• If RS-485 LTC is to be outputted via the shared RS-485 port, set the RS-485 Port Function control to LTC Output. The timecode string carried on the LTC output is that selected using the Source Priority controls described on the next page.

supported formats in the event the preferred source is unavailable. Each of the four Source Priority selection lists allows assignment of

source priority from the following choices:

Source Priority 1 thru Source Priority 4 select the preferred format to be used in descending order (i.e., Source Priority 2 selects the second-most preferred format, and so on.

• Output Status Display Displays the current content and source being used for the timecode data

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as follows:

• Output status OK (in this example, SDI VITC timecode received and outputted).

• Timecode Insertion button set to Disabled; output insertion disabled.

Note: • If timecode is not available from Source Priority selections

performed, timecode on output reverts to Free Run (internal count) mode.

• Because the 1’s digit of the display Frames counter goes from 0 to 29, the fractional digit (along with the 1’s digit) indicates frame count as follows:

0.0 Frame 0

0.1 Frame 1

1.0 Frame 2

1.1 Frame 3

•

29.1 Frame 59

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• Offset Contr ols Allows the current timecode count to be advanced or delayed on the

• SD VITC Waveform Insertion Controls For SD output, enables or disables SD VITC waveform timecode insertion

• SD ATC Insertion Control For SD output, enables or disables SD ATC_VITC timecode insertion into

output video.

• Offset Advance or Delay selects offset advance or delay.

• Offset Field delays or advances or delays timecode by one field.

• Offset Frame delays or advances or delays timecode by up to 5

frames.

Note: Default settings are null, with both controls set at zero as shown.

into the output video, and selects the VITC1 and VITC2 line numbers (6 thru 22) where the VITC waveform is inserted.

Note: • Although the output line drop-down will allow any choice within the

6 thru 22 range, the actual range is automatically clamped (limited) to certain ranges to prevent inadvertent conflict with active picture area depending on video format. See Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges (p. 3-8) for more information.

• The card does not check for conflicts on a given line number. Make certain the selected line is available and carrying no other data.

• If only one output line is to be used, set both controls for the same

line number.

the output video, and selects the line number for ATC_VITC. Note: • Although the output line drop-down will allow any choice within the

9 thru 22 range, the actual range is automatically clamped (limited) to certain ranges to prevent inadvertent conflict with active picture area depending on video format. See Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges (p. 3-8) for more information.

• The card does not check for conflicts on a given line number. Make certain the selected line is available and carrying no other data.

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• HD ATC_LTC Insertion Control For HD output, enables or disables ATC_LTC timecode insertion into the

• HD ATC_VITC Insertion Control

• ATC_VITC Legacy Support Control When enabled, accommodates equipment requiring ATC_VITC packet in

output video, and selects the line number for ATC_LTC timecode data. Note: • Although the output line drop-down will allow any choice within the

9 thru 20 range, the actual range is automatically clamped (limited) to certain ranges to prevent inadvertent conflict with active picture area depending on video format. See Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges (p. 3-8) for more information.

• The card does not check for conflicts on a given line number. Make certain the selected line is available and carrying no other data.

For HD output, enables or disables ATC_VITC timecode insertion into the output video, and selects the line number for ATC_VITC1 and ATC_VITC2.

Note: • Although the output line drop-down will allow any choice within the

8 thru 20 range, the actual range is automatically clamped (limited) to certain ranges to prevent inadvertent conflict with active picture area depending on video format. See Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges (p. 3-8) for more information.

• The card does not check for conflicts on a given line number. Make certain the selected line is available and carrying no other data.

• If only one output line is to be used, set both controls for the same line number.

both fields as a “field 1” packet (non-toggling). Note: Non-toggling VITC1 and VITC2 packets do not conform to

SMPTE 12M-2-2008 preferences. As such, ATC_VITC Legacy Support should be enabled only if required by downstream equipment.

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Dolby Decoder

(+DEC only) Routes a Dolby® encoded embedded pair audio source to the Dolby

Dolby

configuration display and metadata handling

controls.

decoder, and provides

Note: • The D olby tab controls described here appear only on card equipped with Dolby Decoder option (+DEC).

• If necessary, see Dolby

decoding.

Dolby

E Processing and Routing Example on page 3-40 for an example of using and routing

• Decoded channels shown in DashBoard™ correlate to typical channel designations as shown below. Note that

channel designations are a function of encoding. Based on encoding, actual channel designations may vary from the examples shown here.

Decoder Channels E5.1+2 E7.1+2 E8x1

Ch 1 Ch 2 RF RF Ch 2 Ch 3 C C Ch 3 Ch 4 LFE LFE Ch 4 Ch 5 LS LS Ch 5 Ch 6 RS RS Ch 6 Ch 7 Aux 1 LB Ch 7 Ch 8 Aux 2 RB Ch 8 Mix 1 Lo Lo Mono Mix 1 Mix 2 Ro Ro Mono Mix 2

LF LF Ch 1

• See other important notes in this subsection regarding the proper use of metadata embedding tools available with the decoder function.

• Input Select

•

• Decoder Mode Using the drop-down list, selects the action to take in presence or

• Dolby

Mode Display Shows specific bitstream information and Dolby® decoding type (Dolby® E

Using the Input Select drop-down list, routes an audio source containing

data to the Dolby® decoder input from the choices below.

Dolby Embedded Ch 1+2 thru Ch 15+16 range in Input Select drop-down list

selects an embedded channel pair (1+2 thru 15+16) to be the input for the

decoder.

Dolby (In this example, embedded channel pair 1+2 is the input for the Dolby

decoder)

absence of Dolby

or Dolby

Digital) for input applied to Dolby® decoder.

(In this example, Dolby

E or Digital source from the choices shown on the left.

E 20-bit with 5.1+2 decoded channel

configuration is being decoded)

If selected input has invalid or missing Dolby channels are applied to decoder), is displayed.

data (such as if wrong

(In this case, PCM data passes undecoded and is present on Dolby Ch 1 and Dolby Ch 2 channels.)

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• Dolby® Digital Channel and Dynamic Range Controls

Channel Select drop-down list sets the channel carrying the Dolby

Digital encoded signal for D1/0 formats as shown from choices on the left.

Dynamic Range Control drop-down list selects from audio level compression scheme choices as shown to the left. (Line Mode is typical setting; RF Mode is used where signal may be fed through low-cost video/ audio RF modulator, in which case RF Mode helps prevent overmodulation. Refer to ATSC A/52B for more information.)

• Metadata Embedding Metadata Embedding (On/Off) controls SMPTE 2020-1 metadata

• Metadata Output Source Drop-down list allows embedding and RS485 metadata routing to the

• Metadata Output Line

embedding in the SDI video output.

• When set to On, metadata from selected source is embedded in the output SDI video.

• When set to Off, metadata is not embedded in the output SDI video.

Note: Metadata Embedding should only be set to “On” if new metadata is

to be embedded. Existing metadata on the SDI input is passed through the card unaffected, requiring no operator intervention.

choices shown to the left and described below.

• Embedded: Dolby Decoder, RS485: Dolby Decoder – Routes the metadata from the Dolby SDI and the RS485 port on card so equipped.

• Embedded: Input Video, RS485: Dolby Decoder – Preserves input metadata and directly re-routes it to the output SDI. Routes the metadata from the Dolby so equipped.

• Embedded: Input Video, RS485: Input Video – Routes the preserved input metadata to both embedding on the output SDI and the RS485 port on card so equipped.

Note: Typically, Metadata Output Source should be set to

Embedded: Dolby Decoder, RS485: Dolby Decoder, since this is

the new metadata produced by the card decoder and should also be made available in the SDI stream and to any other external systems. If embedding new metadata, make certain to set its line number such that such that any old metadata for the same purpose is overwritten (i.e., new metadata set to the same line number as the old metadata to be replaced).

Allows selection of SMPTE 2020-1 metadata space for source embedding selected above.

(Range is 9 thru 41; default is line #13.) Note: • Although the output line drop-down will allow any choice within the

9 thru 41 range, the actual range is automatically clamped (limited to) certain ranges to prevent inadvertent conflict with active picture area depending on video format. See Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges (p. 3-8) for more information.

• The card does not check for conflicts on a given line number. Make certain the selected line is available and carrying no other data unless existing metadata is to be intentionally overwritten.

decoder to both embedding on the output

decoder to only the RS485 port on card

line location within the VANC

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(+DEC only) Displays the status and programming details for each Dolby

Dolby E Metadata

Note: • This display is read-only. No changes can be made to the settings. All displays are reports per the received metadata.

• Information provided here is intended as an overview of the screen. Displayed parameters are per ATSC A/52B definitions.

Refer to ATSC A/52B for detailed descriptions and background.

Updates the external metadata status and program configuration display screen. The display always shows the last initiated metadata transaction; to refresh screen for any changes, click Update.

Note: Metadata does not continuously report. Use this button to report new metadata. When clicked, the button stays in the “depressed” position while updating. When the button displays the “out” position, update is complete and all displays are current.

received external metadata.

Where AC-3 programs exist for the current metadata coding, the columns show the details for the individual AC-3 programs

E AC-3 program dictated by the

Where AC-3 programs do not exist for the current metadata coding, the columns are collapsed

•

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(+DEC only) Displays the status and programming details f or Dolby

Dolby D Metadata

Note: • This display is read-only. No changes can be made to the settings. All displays are reports per the received metadata.

• Information provided here is intended as an overview of the screen. Displayed parameters are per ATSC A/52B definitions.

Refer to ATSC A/52B for detailed descriptions and background.

Updates the external metadata status and program configuration display screen. The display always shows the last initiated metadata transaction; to refresh screen for any changes, click Update.

Note: M etadata does not continuously report. Use this button to report new metadata. When clicked, the button stays in the “depressed” position while updating. When the button displays the “out” position, update is complete and all displays are current.

received external metadata.

Digital program dictated by the

•

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Provides down-mix audio routing selections that multiplexes any five embedded channels into a stereo

Audio Mixing

pair (Down Mix Left and Down Mix Right), or selection of any two embedded channels to be mono-mixed to serve as a monaural source.

With an optional upmixer licensable feature activated, any normal PCM stereo pair can be fed to the upmixer to generate 5.1 surround sound audio which in turn can be applied to six user-selectable channels.

• Down Mixer Selection Separate drop-down lists for Left, Right, Center, Left Surround (Ls),

• Center Mix Ratio Control

and Right Surround (Rs) inputs allow embedded channel (or silence) audio source selection for each of the five inputs as shown below.

•

The example below shows selection from various sources and the resulting stereo pair DM-L and DM-R. The two signals comprising the pair can be routed and processed the same as any other audio input source.

Embed Ch 1 - Ch 16

Embedded Ch 1 Embedded Ch 2 Embedded Ch 6 Embedded Ch 4 Embedded Ch 5

Note: The stereo pair are basic L/R PCM signals with no additional

encoded information.

Adjusts the attenuation ratio of center-channel content from 5-channel source that is re-applied as Lt and Rt content to the DM-L and DM-R stereo mix.

• Minimum attenuation setting (-0.0 dB) applies no ratiometric reduction. Center channel content is restored as in-phase center-channel content with no attenuation, making center-channel content more predominate in the overall mix.

• M aximum attenuation setting (-10.0 dB) applies a -10 dB ratiometric reduction of center-channel content. Center-channel content is restored as in-phase center-channel content at a -10 dB ratio relative to overall level, making center-channel content less predominate in the overall mix.

(0.0 dB to -10.0 dB range in 0.1 dB steps; default = -3 dB) Note: Default setting of -3.0 dB is recommended to maintain

center-channel predominance in downmix representative to that of the original source 5-channel mix.

L R C Ls Rs

DM-L

DM-R

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• Surround Mix Ratio Control

• Mono Mixer Selection Separate drop-down lists for Left and Right inputs allow selected

Adjusts the attenuation ratio of surround-channel content from 5-channel source that is re-applied as Lo and Ro content to the DM-L and DM-R stereo mix.

• Minimum attenuation setting (-0.0 dB) applies no ratiometric reduction. Surround-channel content is restored with no attenuation, making Lo and Ro content more predominate in the overall mix.

• Maximum attenuation setting (-10.0 dB) applies a -10 dB ratiometric reduction of surround-channel content. Surround-channel content is restored at a -10 dB ratio relative to overall level, making surround-channel content less predominate in the overall mix.

(0.0 dB to -10.0 dB range in 0.1 dB steps; default = -3 dB) Note: Default setting of -3.0 dB is recommended to maintain

surround-channel predominance in downmix representative to that of the original source 5-channel mix.

embedded input channels to provide an additional mono-mixed channel. The resulting mono mix (Mono) is available as an audio source for any of

the 16 destination embedded output channels as shown below.

Embed Ch 1 - Ch 16

Emb Ch 12 Emb Ch 16

Note: Selection of any two channels for mono mixing in no way affects the

source channels themselves.

MONO

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Note: • 2.0-to-5.1 upmixer function is an optional licensable feature. This function and its controls appear only when a license

key is entered and activated. Refer to Licensable Features function description on page 3-37 for mor e information.

• Channel sources used by the upmixer are post-processed signals received from the Audio Routing/Gain Control function. When active, the channel selections made using this function are directly embedded in the output SDI. Refer to 2.0-to-5.1 Upmix Function (p. 1-15) in Chapter 1, “Introduction” for detailed functional description and signal flow.

• For any six channels selected for this function, the Left and Right channel selections always serve as the stereo input

pair.

• 2.0-to-5.1 Up Mixer Selection Separate drop-down lists for Left, Right, Center, LFE, Left Surround, and Right Surround allow embedded channel stereo source selection, and embedded channel assignments for the six generated 5.1 channels.

•

The example below shows selection of embedded channels 1 and 2 as the received stereo source (Embed Ch1 and Ch 2 for Left and Right drop-down list selections in the Up Mixer Selection tool).

Using the setup shown in the example, when upmix is active the embedded channel 1/2 stereo pair is overwritten with the new stereo pair on channels 1/2. As selected in the example, the additional 5.1 channels C, LFE, Ls Left Surround (Ls), and Right Surround (Rs) overwrite Emb Ch 3 – Ch 6, respectively.

Emb Ch 1 – Ch 16

Emb Ch 1 Emb Ch 2 Emb Ch 3 Emb Ch 4 Emb Ch 5 Emb Ch 6

L R

(C)

(LFE)

(Ls) (Rs)

L – Emb Ch 1 R – Emb Ch 2 C – Emb Ch 3 LFE – Emb Ch 4 Ls – Emb Ch 5

Rs – Emb Ch 6

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• Up Mixer Mode Control Enables or bypasses upmixer as follows:

• Auto: Automatic enable/bypass of 5.1 upmix function as follows:

• If detected signal level on all four of the selected channels

designated as Center, LFE, Left Surround, and Right Surround are below the level threshold set using the 5.1 Detection Threshold control, upmixer overwrites all six selected channels with the new 5.1 content generated by the upmixer.

• If detected signal level on any of the four of the selected channels designated as Center, LFE, Left Surround, and Right Surround is above the level threshold set using the 5.1 Detection Threshold control, upmixer is bypassed and the original channels pass unaffected.

• Always Upmix: Manual enable turns on upmixer and overwrites content on all six selected channels with new 5.1 content generated by the upmixer regardless of original signal level or content.

• Bypass: Manual disable bypasses the upmixer. When bypassed, the six embedded audio channels pass unaffected.

• Up Mixer Status Display Shows activity status of upmixer processing as follows:

• Auto Mode - Currently Upmixing: With upmixer enable set to Auto, indicates selected channels designated as Center, LFE, Left Surround, and Right Surround are clear for use (as described

above); upmixer is currently up-mixing received stereo pair and overwriting the six selected channels with new 5.1 upmix.

• Auto Mode - Currently Bypassed: With upmixer enable set to Auto, indicates selected channels designated as Center, LFE, Left Surround, and Right Surround have content (such as existing

original 5.1 or other content); upmixer is bypassed (disabled) and allows normal passage of six selected channels.

• Upmixing: Indicates upmixer is manually enabled (set to Always Upmix) and is currently up-mixing received stereo pair and overwriting the six selected channels with new 5.1 upmix.

• Bypassed: Indicates upmixer is manually disabled (set to Bypass) and is currently passing all selected channels unaffected.

• Auto Crossfade Speed Controls Individual controls select the relative crossfade transition speed between

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Upmix to Bypass (going to inactive; from 5.1 to 2.0) and Bypass to Upmix (going to active; from 2.0 to 5.1) when upmixer enable is set to Auto and the active threshold (as set by the 5.1 Detection Threshold control) is crossed in either direction.

To suit program material and production aesthetic preferences, several choices are available as shown to the left. Slower settings allow for a more gradual transition between modes, however with a longer interval before levels stabilize. Faster settings conversely allow for a smaller interval before levels stabilize, however with greater perceived abruptness.

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• 5.1 Detection Threshold Control Adjusts the threshold at which selected channels designated as C, LFE, Ls, and Rs are considered to have viable content, or at which signal levels can be considered insignificant when upmixer enable is set to Auto. Setting affects automatic enable/bypass of 5.1 upmix function as follows:

• I f detected signal level on all four of the selected channels designated

as Center, LFE, Left Surround, and Right Surround are below the level threshold set using the 5.1 Detection Threshold control, upmixer allows overwrite of all six selected channels with the new 5.1 signal complement.

• I f detected signal level on any of the four of the selected channels

designated as Center, LFE, Left Surround, and Right Surround is above the level threshold set using the 5.1 Detection Threshold control, upmixer is bypassed, thereby releasing the selected six channels and allowing the original channels to pass unaffected.

(Range is -150 dB to 0 dB in 0.1dB steps;

0 dB equivalent to +24 dBu=> 0 dBFS)

Typically, the 5.1 Detection Threshold control should be set to provide a usable threshold that maintains a threshold at which valid levels large enough over the threshold disable the auto upmix ( , left), while

- 20 dBFS

- 60 dBFS

Above Threshold

(Bypass)

Below Threshold

(Overwrite)

nuisance levels considerably below the threshold ( , left) are rejected, allowing the upmixer to stay locked in the enabled mode and overwrite these signals with the new signals.

Optimum setting is dependent on program material general overall levels. A -60 dB setting is

recommended for material closely adhering to the SMPTE -20 dBFS Alignment level for normal material such as dialog.

• Center Width Control

Adjusts center channel content (in terms of percentage) applied to L and R channels.

• Minimum setting keeps all L+R (mono) content confined to center (C)

channel, with any center channel content removed from L and R channels.

• Higher settings progressively blend respective L and R mono content

back into L and R channels, with 100% setting resulting in center channel level going to zero and L/R channels becoming normal L/R channels containing some mono content.

(0% to 100% range in 0.1% steps; default = 0%)

• Surround Depth Control

Adjusts surround channel content (in terms of percentage) applied to Ls and Rs channels.

• M aximum setting results in greatest surround channel levels.

• Lower settings progressively diminish surround channel levels, with 0%

setting resulting in no Ls or Rs level, with Ls and Rs content progressively folded back into L and R, respectively.

(0% to 100% range in 0.1% steps; default = 100%)

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Sets the test tone frequency for each of four tone

Tone Generator

generators (T one Generator 1 thru 4).

• Frequency Selection Lists Selects the frequency for each of the four tone generators. 18 discrete

•

Licensable Features

sine wave frequencies are available, ranging from 50 Hz to 16 kHz (default frequency is 1.0 kHz).

Note: Unity-gain signal level is equivalent to -20 dBu.

Allows activation of optional licensed features.

Note: For card pre-ordered with licensed feature(s), the activation steps described below are not required; the feature will

already be installed activated. To order features and obtain a license key, contact Cobalt sales@cobaltdigital.com or at the contact information in Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. in Chapter 1, “Introduction”. Please provide the “SSN” number of your card (displayed in the Card Info pane) when contacting us for your key.

• License Feature and Key Entry window Activate licensable feature as described below.

1. Enter the feature key string in the F eature Key box. Press return or click outside of the box to acknowledge entry.

Note: Entry string is case sensitive. Do not enter any spaces.

2. In the DashBoard™ Card Info pane, wait for the feature identification to be shown for the card product number (for example, “-UM” appearing after the card part number) and V a lid Key Entered to be displayed. This indicates the key was correctly entered and recognized by the card.

Note: If DashBoard™ card function submenu/control pane does not

re-appear, close the card and re-open it.

3. Click and confirm Reboot. When the card function submenu/control pane appears again, the licensable feature will be available.

Note: Applying the licensable feature and its reboot has no effect on

prior settings. All control settings and drop-down selections are retained.

sales at

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Allows up to 16 card user set tin gs co nfi gur at ion pres et s to be saved in a Preset and then recalled (loaded) as

Presets

desired. All current settings (including list selections and scalar (numeric) control settings such as Gain, etc.) are saved when a Preset Save is invoked.

The Preset Name field and Preset Save button allow custom user setting configurations to be labeled and saved to a Preset for future use.

The Preset Load button and the Selected Preset drop-down list allow saved presets to be selected and loaded as desired. When a preset is loaded, it immediately becomes active with all user settings now automatically set as directed by the preset.

Saved presets can be uploaded to a computer for use with other same-model COMPASS™ cards.

Each of the items to the left are described in detail on the following pages.

• Preset Save and Load

• Selected Preset

•

• Card Name

• Preset Save stores all current card control settings to the currently

selected preset. (For example, if Preset 1 is selected in the Selected Preset drop-down

list, clicking and confirming Preset Save will then save all current card control settings to Preset 1)

• Preset Load loads (applies) all card control settings defined by whatever preset (Preset 1 thru Preset 16) is currently selected in the Selected Preset drop-down list.

(For example, if Preset 3 is selected in the Selected Preset drop-down list, clicking and confirming Preset Load will then apply all card control settings defined in Preset 3)

The above buttons have a Confirm? pop-up that appears, requesting confirmation.

Note: Applying a change to a preset using the buttons described above

rewrites the previous preset contents with the invoked contents.

Make certain change is desired before confirming preset change.

Selected Preset 1 thru S elected Preset 16 range in drop-down list selects one of 16 stored presets as ready for Save (being written to) or for

Load (being applied to the card). Note: The preset names shown to the left are the default (unnamed)

preset names. All 16 presets in this case are loaded identically with the factory default settings.

Text entry field provides for optional entry of card name, function, etc. (as shown in this example).

Note: Card name can be 31 ASCII characters maximum.

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• Preset Name With one of 16 presets selected, provides for entry of custom name for the

• Reset Current Preset • Reset Current Preset resets all parameters (including preset custom

• Download Presets Download Presets allows all 16 presets to be stored to a specified location

Download a presets file to a computer on the card’s DashBoard network to save presets. Preset files stored on a computer can then be uploaded back to the card.

Note also that a presets file can also be uploaded to other same-model COMPASS using a single card can be easily applied to other same-model cards without repeating the setup work on the other cards.

preset (as shown in example below).

Entering text in Preset Name field (in this example, “RCVR21”) applies custom name to selected Preset (in this example, Preset 2)

Note: • Preset name can be seven ASCII characters maximum.

• The Preset ID number does not need to be entered; it is

added automatically.

name entered) of the currently selected Preset (as displayed in the Selected Preset field) to factory default settings.

The above button has a Confirm? pop-up that appears, requesting confirmation.

on a network computer for use with other same-model COMPASS™ cards.

cards. In this manner, presets built up

Download (save) card presets to a

network computer by clicking

Download Presets – Save

at the bottom of the Presets page.

Browse to a desired save location (in this example, My

Documents\Cobalt Presets).

The file can then be renamed if desired (RCVR21 Presets in this example) before saving.

Upload (open) card presets from a network computer by clicking Upload at the bottom of DashBoard.

Browse to the location where the file was saved on the computer or drive (in this example,

My Documents\Cobalt Presets).

Select the desired file and click Open to load the file to the card.

To upload presets saved from one card to another same-model card, simply click Upload on the other same-model card’s DashBoard page and repeat the same steps here.

Note: • Preset transfer between card download and file

upload is on a group basis (i.e., individual presets cannot be downloaded or uploaded separately).

• After uploading a presets file, engagement of a desired preset is only assured by pressing the Preset Load button for a desired preset.

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Dolby® E Processing and Routing Example (+DEC only)

Figure 3-6 shows an example of using the Audio Input Controls, Dolby

Decoder

Dolby shows routing the metadata to the

, and Embedded Audio Group 1/2 functions to decode a received

E encoded pair and route the decoded channels. The example also

DOLBY META output.

Video Feed (with six embedded audio channels and

Dolby

encoded

pair)

Note that the source and destination correlations shown here are only examples; any embedded channel pair carrying encoded Dolby decoded. Decoded Dolby embedded channel destination.

9081 w/ +DEC Option

SDI IN

Audio

De-Embed

Embed Ch Pair 7+ 8

Dolby

Decode

Dolby Ch 1 Dolby Ch 2 Dolby Ch 3 Dolby Ch 4 Dolby Ch 5

Dolby Ch 6 Dolby Ch 7 Dolby Ch 8

Dolby Mix 1 Dolby Mix 2

Audio Embed/

Routing

Embed Ch 1 Embed Ch 2 Embed Ch 3 Embed Ch 4 Embed Ch 5

Embed Ch 6

Embed Ch 9 Embed Ch 10

Embed Ch 11 Embed Ch 12

Embed Ch 13 Embed Ch 14

[not used] [not used]

Embed Ch 15 Embed Ch 16

channels can in turn be routed route to any

Video Feed (with six original embedded audio channels and added Dolby embedded channels)

Audio

Embed

SDI OUT

data can be

5.1

DOLBY

Troubleshooting

This section provides general troubleshooting information and specific symptom/corrective action for the 9081 card and its remote control interface. The 9081 card requires no periodic maintenance in its normal operation; if any error indication (as described in this section) occurs, use this section to correct the condition.

Error and Failure Indicator Overview

The 9081 card itself and its remote control systems all (to varying degrees) provide error and failure indications. Depending on how the 9081 card is being used (i.e, standalone or network controlled through DashBoard™ or a Remote Control Panel), che ck all avai lable indi cations in the event of an error or failure condition.

The various 9081 card and remote control error and failure indicators are individually described below.

Note: The descriptions below provide general information for the various status and

error indicators. For specific failures, also use the appropriate subsection listed below.

• Basic Troubleshooting Checks (p. 3-46)

• 9081 Processing Error Troubleshooting (p. 3-47)

• Troubleshooting Network/Remote Control Errors (p. 3-50)

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9081 Card Edge Status/Error Indicators and Display

Figure 3-7 shows and describes the 9081 card edge status indicators and display. These indicators and the display show status and error conditions relating to the card itself and remote (network) c ommunications (where applicable). Because these indicators are part of the card itself and require no external interface, the indicators are particularly useful in the event of communications problems with external devices such as network remote control devices.

4-Character Alphanumeric Display

RMT

REF

ERR

1080

720

625

525

9081

Status/Error

Indicators

Input Format

Indicators

Item Function

Alphanumeric Display

RMT LED Blue LED flashes when 9081 is receiving control message from remote network control (e.g., DashBoard™

REF LED Blue LED illuminates indicating 9081 is receiving valid reference when set up for framesync operation. ERR LED Red LED illuminates when 9081 unable to lock to framesync, or unable to lock to input standard. Input Format

LEDs

Displays 4-digit alphanumeric code indicating status or errors as follows:

• E0XX: Video Errors

• E002: Video Acquiring Lock

• E1XX: Audio Errors

• E2XX: Frame Sync Errors

• E200: Reference is Incompatible with Input Video

• E201: Reference Standard is Invalid/No Reference Present

• E202: Reference Standard is 720p2398 (a reference standard not supported by the framesync)

• E203: Reference Standard is 720p2997 (a reference standard not supported by the framesync)

or Cobalt

Four blue LEDs indicate the input signal raster format being received and locked onto by the 9081 (1080, 720, 625, 525). Continuous cycling of the LEDs indicates the 9081 has not locked onto a particular format (as in the case of no signal input).

Remote Control Panel)

Figure 3-7 9081 Card Edge Status Indicators and Display

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DashBoard™ Status/Error Indicators and Displays

Figure 3-8 shows and describes the DashBoard™ status indicators and displays. These indicator icons and displays show status and error conditions relating to the 9081 card itself and remote (network) communications.

Indicator Icon or Display Error Description

Red indicator icon in Card Access/Navigation Tree pane shows card with Error condition (in this example, the Card Access/Navigation Tree pane shows a general error issued by the 9081 card in slot 6).

Specific errors are displayed in the Card Info pane (in this example “No connection to device” indicating 9081 card is not connecting to frame/LAN).

If the 9081 card is not connecting to the frame or LAN, all controls are grayed-out (as shown in the example here).

Gray indicator icon in Card Access/Navigation Tree pane shows card(s) are not being seen by DashBoard™ due to lack of connection to frame LAN (in this example, both a 9081 card in slot 6 and the MFC-8320-N Network Controller Card for its frame in slot 0 are not being seen).

Yellow indicator icon in Card Access/Navigation Tree pane shows card with Alert condition (in this example, the Card Access/Navigation Tree pane shows a general alert issued by the MFC-8320-N Network Controller Card).

Clicking the card slot position in the Card Access/Navigation Tree (in this example Network Controller Card “Slot 0: MFC-8320-N”) opens the Card Info pane for the selected card. In this example, a “Fan Door Open” specific error is displayed.

Yellow indicator icon in 9081 Card Info pane shows error alert, along with cause for alert (in this example, the 9081 is receiving no video input, or a video input that is invalid for the card and/or its current settings).

Where available, error messages within a function submenu pane show highly specific information relating to detected errors (in this example, message shows an invalid or missing Framesync Enable reference selection).

Figure 3-8 DashBoard™ Status Indicator Icons and Displays

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Access Card Info panes for specific cards by clicking the card slot position in the Card Access/Navigation Tree pane (as shown in the example in Figure 3-9).

By clicking on “Slot 0: MFC-8320-N” in this example, Card Info is displayed for frame Network Controller Card

By clicking on “Slot 6: CDI-9081 RCVR21” in this example, Card Info is shown for 9081 card in slot 6

Status for selected card is shown here (in this example, connection OK and “Fan Door Open” alert)

Card general information is displayed in lower portion of Card Info pane

9081_TS_CARD_INFO_ACCESS.PNG

Status for selected card is shown here (in this example, all indications are OK)

Where applicable, additional status is displayed (as shown in this example)

9081_TS_CARD_INFO_ACCESS2A.PNG

Figure 3-9 Selecting Specific Cards for Card Info Status Display

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Basic Troubleshooting Checks

Failures of a general nature (affecting many cards and/or functions simultaneously), or gross inoperability errors are best addressed first by performing basic checks before proceeding further. Table 3-3 provides basic system checks that typically locate the source of most general problems. If required and applicable, perform further troubleshooting in accordance with the other troubleshooting tables in this section.

Table 3-3 Basic Troubleshooting Checks

Item Checks

Verify pow er presence and characteristics

Check Cable connection secureness and connecting points

Card seating within slots Make certain all cards are properly seated within its frame slot. (It is best to

Check status indicators and displays

Troubleshoot by substitution

• On both the frame Network Contro ller Card and t he 9081, in all cases when po wer is being properly supplied there is always at least one indicator illuminated. Any card showing no illuminated indicators should be cause for concern.

• Check the Power Consumed indications for both the +12 V and -7.5 V supply rails for the 9081 card. This can be observed using the DashBoard™ Card Info pane, or using the card edge controls and indicators as shown in Figure 3-4 on page 3-7.

• If either of the rail supplies show no power being consumed, either the frame power supply, connections, or the 9081 card itself is defective.

• If either of the rail supplies show excessive power being consumed (see Technical Specifications (p. 1-16) in Chapter 1, “Introduction”), the 9081 card may be defective.

Make certain all cable connections are fully secure (including coaxial cable attachment to cable ferrules on BNC connectors). Also, make certain all connecting points are as intended. Make certain the selected connecting points correlate to the intended card inputs and/or outputs. Cabling mistakes are especially easy to make when working with large I/O modules.

assure proper seating by ejecting the card and reseating it again.) On both DashBoard™ and the 9081 card edge indicators, red indications

signify an error condition. If a status indicator signifies an error, proceed to the following tables in this section for further action.

All cards within the frame can be hot-swapped, replacing a suspect card or module with a known-good item.

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9081 Processing Error Troubleshooting

Table 3-4 provides 9081 processing troubleshooting information. If the 9081 card exhib its any of the symptoms listed in Table 3-4, follow the troubleshooting instructions provided.

In the majority of cases, most errors are caused b y simple errors where th e 9081 is not appropriately set for the type of signal being received by the card.

Note: The error indications shown below are typical for the corresponding error con-

ditions listed. Other error indications not specified here may also be displayed on DashBoard™ and/or the 9081 card edge status indicators.

Note: Where errors are displayed on both the 9081 card and network remote con-

trols, the respective indicators and displays are individually described in this section.

Table 3-4 Troubleshooting Processing Errors by Symptom

Symptom Error/Condition Corrective Action

• DashBoard™ shows Video yellow icon and Input Invalid message in 9081 Card Info pane.

• Card edge Input Format LEDs show continuous cy cl ing .

• DashBoard™ shows Frame Sync red icon and Reference

Invalid message in 9081 Card Info pane.

• Card edge red ERR indicator illuminated.

No video input present Make certain intended video source is

connected to appropriate 9081 card video input. Make certain BNC cable connections between frame Rear I/O Module for the card and signal source are OK.

Frame sync reference not properly selected or not being received

• If external frame sync reference is not intended to be used, make certain the Framesync Enable selection list is set to Off or Input Video as desired.

• If external frame sync reference is intended to be used, make certain selected external frame sync reference is active on frame sync frame bus. (External reference signals Reference 1 and Referenc e 2 are distributed to the 9081 and other cards via frame bus.)

Refer to Framesync function submenu tab on page 3-13 for more information.

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Table 3-4 Troubleshooting Processing Errors by Symptom — continued

Symptom Error/Condition Corrective Action

DashBoard™ shows Framesync Status error

message in 9081 Framesync function submenu screen.

Video/audio synchronization or delay noted.

Unsmooth, “jerky” motion observed on video output with Framesync set to lock to input video.

Ancillary data (closed captioni ng, timecode, Dolby® metadata, AFD) not transferred through

9081.

Specified Minimum Latency Frames setting exceeds 9081 card buffer space for the

Reduce the Minimum Latency Frames setting as specified in the error message to correct the error.

selected output video format

Due to card memory limits, the maximum

Note:

available Minimum Latency Frames is related to the output video format selected.

For example, with a 1080i 5994 output, the maximum setting is 5. For a 1080i film (2398) output, the maximum setting is 3 (due to the increased buffer space needed for the slower frame rate). Conversely, greater maximum settings are allowed for SD formats such as 525i 5994, where the practical maximum limit is 13.

Source synchronization condition

Use the Audio Offset from Video control to compensate for video/audio delay.

Refer to Framesync functi on su bm enu tab on page 3-13 for more information.

Incompatible negative H/V delay value user setting of Vertical Delay or Hoeizontal Delay controls

Negative vertical or horizontal delay values (using the controls below) should not be used when using Input Video mode. To add an offset in this case, instead apply a positive value that results in the desired net offset.

• Control(s) not enabled • Make certain respective control is set to On or Enabled (as appropriate).

• VANC line number conflict

between two or more ancillary data item s

• Make certain each ancillary data item to be passed is assigned a unique line number (see Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges on page 3-8).

(+DEC only) Dolby

data indicated as Present on Audio Input Controls Status display does not process, or cannot be

• Input Select in Dolby Decoder function selectio n

not set for pair carrying locked Dolb y

data

• Make certain intended channels carrying locked Dolby for the Dolby

data are selecte d as the input

decoder.

accessed as an audio source

• Upstream metadata not enabled

• Check upstream device or system and enable as required.

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Table 3-4 Troubleshooting Processing Errors by Symptom — continued

Symptom Error/Condition Corrective Action

Audio signal(s) do not route as expected.

Parameter c ontrol not available as expected.

Audio not processed or passed through card.

(9081 only) Embedded audio contains Dolby

E or Dolby

Digital encoded sig nal

When a valid Dolby (in accordance with SMP TE 337M) is dete cted on an embedded audio signal, gain and

E or Dolby Digital signal

polarity controls are bypassed (even though controls may appear to be functional). Gain and polari ty controls are not available for this signal type.

Refer to Status displays in Audio Input Controls function submenu tab on p ag e 3-10 for more information.

• Input audio of type that cannot be locked by 9081 card

• Embedded audio must be nominal 48 kHz input.

Although the Status Displays in Audio

Note:

Input Contr ols function submenu tab will

show audio formats other than “Present, Professional” as being locked (such as “Present, Consumer”), in any case the audio must be at nominal 48 kHz rate for lock and processing to occur.

• Enable control not turned on • Group Enable button for Embedded Audio Group 1/2 or Embedded Audio Group 3/4

function submenu must be turned on for sources to be embedded into respective embedded channels.

• Upmixer inadvertently

enabled (Upmixer Licensed Feature only)

• Make certain upmixer is set t o Bypass if not intended for use.

Note: When manually enabled or set for

automatic enable with appropriate signal levels, upmixer overwrites selected embedded channels with new data; same-channel embedded output will no longer represent same-channel embedded inputs for selected channels.

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Troubleshooting Network/Remote Control Errors

Refer to Cobalt® reference guide Remote Control User Guide” (PN 9000RCS-RM) for network/remote control troubleshooting information.

In Case of Problems

Should any problem arise with this product that was not solved by the information in this section, please contact the Cobalt Digital Inc. Technical Support Department.

If required, a Return Material Authorization number (RMA) will be issued to you, as well as specific shipping instructions. If required, a temporary replacement item will be made available at a nominal charge. Any shipping costs incurred are the customer’s responsibility. All products shipped to you from Cobalt Digital Inc. will be shipped collect.

The Cobalt Digital Inc. Technical Support Department will continue to provide advice on any product manufactured by Cobalt Digital Inc., beyond the warranty period without charge, for the life of the product.

See Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. (p. 1-20) in Chapter 1, “Introduction“ for contact in formation.

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Cobalt Digital COMPASS 9081 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Overview

Chapter 1 Introduction

9081 Card Software Versions and this Manual

Cobalt Reference Guides

Manual Conventions

Safety Summary

9081 Functional Description

Technical Specifications

Warranty and Service Information

Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.

Chapter 2 Installation and Setup

Overview

Installing the 9081 Into a Frame Slot

Installing a Rear I/O Module

Setting Up 9081 Network Remote Control

Overview

Chapter 3 Operating Instructions

Control and Display Descriptions

Accessing the 9081 Card via Remote Control

Checking 9081 Card Information

Ancillary Data Line Number Locations and Ranges

9081 Function Submenu List and Descriptions

Audio Input Controls

Video Proc

Framesync

Embedded Audio Group 1/2

Embedded Audio Group 3/4

Timecode

Dolby Decoder

Dolby E Metadata

Dolby D Metadata

Audio Mixing

Tone Generator

Licensable Features

Presets

Troubleshooting