Cobalt Digital COMPASS 9081 User Manual
9081
9081 HD/SD Frame Sync
with Embedded Audio Processing
®
and Dolby
Decoding Option
Product Manual
Cobalt Digital Inc.
2406 E. University Ave.
Urbana, IL 61802
Voice 217.344.1243 • Fax 217.344.1245
www.cobaltdigital.com
9081-OM (V4.6)
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The information in this document has been carefully examined and is believed to be entirely reliable. However, no responsibility
is assumed for inaccuracies. Furthermore, C obalt Digit al Inc. res erves the right to ma ke changes to any pro ducts herein to improve
readability, function, or design. Cobalt Digital Inc. does not assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any
product or circuit described herein.
Trademark Information
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COMPASS
openGear
Dolby
property of their respective owners.
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.
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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
9081-OM (V4.6) 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL i
Chapter 3 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Overview................................................................................................................. 3-1
Control and Display Descriptions........................................................................... 3-1
Function Submenu/Parameter Submenu Overview .................................... 3-2
DashBoard™ User Interface ....................................................................... 3-3
Cobalt® Remote Control Panel User Interfaces .......................................... 3-4
Accessing the 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)
9081-OM (V4.6) 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 1-1
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.
9081-OM (V4.6) 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 1-3
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
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
T o redu ce risk of electr ic shock do not remove line voltage service barrier cover on frame
equipment containing an AC power supply. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This device is intended for environmentally controlled use only in appropriate video
terminal equipment operating environments.
This product is intended to be a component product of an openGear® frame. Refer to the
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
1-4 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 9081-OM (V4.6)
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
9081-OM (V4.6) 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 1-5
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
EQ
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
s
s
E
C
L
R
F
L
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
>
s
s
E
C
L
R
F
L
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
X
Selected channels Emb Ch 1 – Ch 6
are overwritten with the new 5.1
upmix content.
Threshold
Detect
L
R
(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).
9081-OM (V4.6) 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 1-11
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
®
E
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
1
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
or
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
9081-OM (V4.6) 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 1-13
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
1
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
9081-OM (V4.6) 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 1-15
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
60
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
9081-OM (V4.6) 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 1-17
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
1-18 9081 PRODUCT MANUAL 9081-OM (V4.6)
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
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