Cobalt Digital COMPASS 9212 User Manual

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9211-OE

9212-EO

Single Channel Optical Converters

User Manual

Cobalt Digital Inc.

9211/9212-UM Version: 1.1

9211-OE, 9212-EO • Single Channel Optical Converters User Manual

• Cobalt Digital Inc. Part Number: 9211-12-OM

• Document Version: 1.1

• Printed in the United States.

• Last Author: CGG

The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice or obligation.

Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Cobalt Digital Inc.. Reproduction or reverse engineering of copyrighted software is prohibited.

Patents

This product is protected by the following US Patents: 4,205,346; 5,115,314; 5,280,346; 5,561,404; 7,034,886; 7,508,455. This product is protected by the following Canadian Patents: 2039277; 1237518; 1127289. Other patents pending.

Notice

The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only. It is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as commitment by Cobalt Digital Inc. Cobalt Digital Inc. assumes no responsibility or liability for errors or inaccuracies that may appear in this manual.

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Important Regulatory and Safety Notices

Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” listed below to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage.

Products may require specific equipment, and/or installation procedures to be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements. Notices have been included in this publication to call attention to these specific requirements.

Symbol Meanings

This symbol on the equipment refers you to important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions within the Product Manual Documentation. Failure to heed this information may present a major risk of damage or injury to persons or equipment.

Warning — The symbol with the word “Warning” within the equipment manual

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

Caution — The symbol with the word “Caution” within the equipment manual

indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

Notice — The symbol with the word “Notice” within the equipment manual indicates a

situation, which if not avoided, may result in major or minor equipment damage or a situation which could place the equipment in a non-compliant operating state.

ESD Susceptibility — This symbol is used to alert the user that an electrical or

electronic device or assembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event.

Important Safety Instructions

Caution — This product is intended to be a component product of an 8300 series

frame. Refer to the frame User Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component products.

Warning — Certain parts of this equipment namely the power supply area still

present a safety hazard, with the power switch in the OFF position. To avoid electrical shock, disconnect all A/C power cards from the chassis’ rear appliance connectors before servicing this area.

Warning — Service barriers within this product are intended to protect the operator

and service personnel from hazardous voltages. For continued safety, replace all barriers after any servicing. This product contains safety critical parts, which if incorrectly replaced may present a risk of fire or electrical shock. Components contained with the product’s power supplies and power supply area, are not intended to be customer serviced and should be returned to the factory for repair. To reduce the risk of fire, replacement fuses must be the same time and rating. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

EMC Notices

United States of America FCC Part 15

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A Digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Notice — Changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by

Cobalt Digital Inc. could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

CANADA

This Class “A” digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Cet appariel numerique de la classe “A” est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

EUROPE

This equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of CE Directive 93/68/EEC.

INTERNATIONAL

This equipment has been tested to CISPR 22:1997 along with amendments A1:2000 and A2:2002, and found to comply with the limits for a Class A Digital device.

Notice — This is a Class A product. In domestic environments, this product may

cause radio interference, in which case the user may have to take adequate measures.

Important Laser Safety Measures and Notices

Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the sections below so as to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage. For further safety information when using fiber products, consult the following publications:

• IEC-60825- 2, Safety of Laser Products - Part 2: Safety of Optical Fiber

Communication Systems (OFCS) (for use outside of the U.S.A.)

• ANSI Z136.2, Safe Use of Optical Fiber Communication Systems Utilizing Laser Diode

and LED Sources (for use in the U.S.A.)

Products may require specific equipment, and /or installation procedures be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements.

Caution — Before operating or servicing this product, all personnel should be familiar

with laser safety and fiber handling practices.

Safety Measures for Operation

During normal operation of this product, heed the following safety measures:

• Do not stare at, or into, broken, or damaged, fibers.

• Do not stare at, or into, optical connectors.

• Only properly trained and authorized personnel should be permitted to perform laser/fiber

optic operations.

• Ensure that appropriate labels are displayed in plain view and in close proximity to the

optical port on the protective housing/access panel of the terminal equipment.

Safety Measures for Maintenance and Servicing

Warning — Do not use optical equipment, such as a microscope or an eye loupe, to

stare at the energized fiber end. Doing so may damage your eyes.

During maintenance and servicing of this product, only properly trained and authorized personnel

shall be allowed to use optical test or diagnostic equipment.

Laser Information

CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT IEC 60825-1:2007

Caution — INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN. AVOID EXPOSURE TO

THE BEAM.

Maintenance/User Serviceable Parts

Routine maintenance to this Cobalt Digital Inc. product is not required. This product contains no user serviceable parts. If the frame does not appear to be working properly, please contact Technical Support using the numbers listed under the “Contact Us” section on the last page of this manual. All Cobalt Digital Inc. products are covered by a generous 5-year warranty and will be repaired without charge for materials or labor within this period. See the “Warranty and Repair Policy” section in this manual for details.

Environmental Information

The equipment that you purchased required the extraction and use of natural resources for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment.

To avoid the potential release of those substances into the environment and to diminish the need for the extraction of natural resources, Cobalt Digital Inc. encourages you to use the appropriate take-back systems. These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials from your end-of-life equipment in an environmentally friendly and health conscious manner.

The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use these systems.

If you need more information on the collection, reuse, and recycling systems, please contact your local or regional waste administration.

You can also contact Cobalt Digital Inc. for more information on the environmental performances of our products.

Contents

Introduction 1-1

In This Chapter.......................................................................................................................1-1

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

9211-OE Functional Block Diagrams.....................................................................................1-3

9212-EO Functional Block Diagrams.....................................................................................1-4

Documentation Terms and Conventions.................................................................................1-5

Installation 2-1

In This Chapter.......................................................................................................................2-1

Before You Begin...................................................................................................................2-2

Installing the 9211-OE and 9212-EO......................................................................................2-3

Cabling for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO .................................................................................. 2-6

Software Upgrades for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO ................................................................ 2-8

A Word of Thanks....................................................................................................1-1

Features ....................................................................................................................1-2

Static Discharge........................................................................................................2-2

Unpacking.................................................................................................................2-2

Working with Fiber Optic Connectors......................................................................2-2

Rear Modules for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO..........................................................2-3

Installing a Rear Module..........................................................................................2-3

Installing the 9211-OE and 9212-EO.......................................................................2-4

9211-OE Cabling Overview.....................................................................................2-6

9212-EO Cabling Overview.....................................................................................2-7

User Controls 3-1

In This Chapter.......................................................................................................................3-1

Card Overview........................................................................................................................3-2

Control and Monitoring Features............................................................................................3-5

Status and Selection LEDs on the 9211-OE and 9212-EO.......................................3-5

Rx Power LEDs on the 9211-OE..............................................................................3-7

Reclocker Rate Selection LEDs................................................................................3-8

Menus 4-1

In This Chapter.......................................................................................................................4-1

SNMP Monitoring and Control ..............................................................................................4-2

DashBoard Menus for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO.................................................................4-3

Status Tab.................................................................................................................4-3

Setup Menus............................................................................................................. 4-5

Alarms Menus...........................................................................................................4-6

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Specifications 5-1

In This Chapter .......................................................................................................................5-1

9211-OE Technical Specifications..........................................................................................5-2

9212-EO Technical Specifications..........................................................................................5-3

Service Information 6-1

In This Chapter .......................................................................................................................6-1

Troubleshooting Checklist......................................................................................................6-2

Bootload Button........................................................................................................6-2

Warranty and Repair Policy....................................................................................................6-3

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Introduction

In This Chapter

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Overview

• 9211-OE Functional Block Diagrams

• 9212-EO Functional Block Diagrams

• Documentation Terms and Conventions

A Word of Thanks

Congratulations on choosing an openGear 9211-OE and 9212-EO Single Channel Optical Converters . The Cobalt Digital Inc. openGear

embedders and de-embedders, distribution amplifiers, format converters, and much more. Cobalt Digital Inc. openGear into the future.

Should you have a question pertaining to the installation or operation of your 9211 and/or 9212, please contact us at the numbers listed on the back cover of this manual. Our technical support staff is always available for consultation, training, or service.

modular conversion gear will meet your signal conversion needs now, and well

line includes video decoders and encoders, audio

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Overview

The 9211-OE and 9212-EO are capable of equalizing and reclocking all common serial digital signals. With support for both standard-definition and high-definition signals, the 9211-OE and 9212-EO are the ideal universal SDI distribution amplifiers.

Both cards provide the ability to transport digital video baseband signals over a fiber optic link, allowing for longer transport distances. The electrical to optical (9212-EO) and optical to electrical (9211-OE) conversions are done using video specific small form-factor pluggable (SFP) transceivers.

Both cards equalize the incoming SDI signal, then reclocks the signal with automatic rate detection for all popular data rates. LED indicators at the front of the card identify the presence of incoming video and the identified signal data rate.

In a 20-slot frame, the 9211-OE can be operated as a 1x6 using a Full Rear Module or operated as an independent 1x3 (one in, three out), using the Split Rear Module. In the 1x3 configuration, the outputs are no n-inverting, making it an excellent ASI distribution amplifier.

Features

The following features are standard for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO:

• Supports a wide variety of standards (SD, HD, and 3G SDI)

• Conforms to SMPTE 424M, SMPTE 292M, and SMPTE 259M

• Reclocking at 270Mbps, 1.483Gbps, 1.485Gbps, and 2.970Gbps

• 9211-OE provides one fiber optic input and six SDI outputs using a Full Rear Module

• 9212-EO provides one SDI input, one fiber optic output, and five SDI outputs using a Full

Rear Module

• LC/UPC Optical Connection

• Automatic detection of incoming data rate

• LED indicators for signal presence and data rate

• Reports status and configuration remotely via the DashBoard Control System™

• Fits 20-slot frames (HPF-9000, OG3-FR, 8321)

• High density with 20 cards per frame in a 20-slot frame using Split Rear Modules

• Fully compliant with openGear specifications

• 5-year transferable warranty

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9211-OE Functional Block Diagrams

This section provides a functional block diagrams that outlines the signal flow of the 9211-OE.

Figure 1.1 9211-OE with a Full Rear Module — Simplified Block Diagram

Figure 1.2 9211-OE with a Split Rear Module — Simplified Block Diagram

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9212-EO Functional Block Diagrams

This section provides a functional block diagrams that outlines the workflow of the 9212-EO.

Figure 1.3 9212-EO Full Rear Module — Simplified Block Diagram

Figure 1.4 9212-EO Split Rear Module — Simplified Block Diagram

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Documentation Terms and Conventions

The following terms and conventions are used throughout this manua l :

• “Frame” refers to frame that houses the 9211-OE and 9212-EO.

• “Operator” and “User” refer to the person who uses 9211-OE and 9212-EO.

• “Board”, and “Card” refer to openGear terminal devices within openGear frames,

including all components and switches.

• “System” and “Video system” refer to the mix of interconnected production and terminal

equipment in your environment.

• “-line mode ” refers to broadcast situations using NTSC composite (analog) signal

reference inputs.

• “-line mode ” refers to broadcast situations using PAL-B composite (analog) signal

reference inputs.

• “PAL” refers to PAL-B and PAL-G unless otherwise stated.

• The “Operating Tips” and “Note” boxes are used throughout this manual to pro vi de

additional user information.

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Installation

In This Chapter

This chapter provides instructions for installing the Rear Module(s) for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO, installing the cards into the frame, cabling details, and updating the software.

The following topics are discussed:

• Before You Begin

• Installing the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

• Cabling for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

• Software Upgrades for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

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Before You Begin

Static Discharge

Throughout t hi s chapter, please heed the fo llowing cautionary note :

ESD Susceptibility — Static discharge can cause serious damage to sensitive

semiconductor devices. Avoid handling circuit boards in high static environments such as carpeted areas and when synthetic fiber clothing is worn. Always exercise proper grounding precautions when working on circuit boards and related equipment.

Unpacking

Unpack each 9211-OE and 9212-EO you received from the shipping container and ensure that all items are included. If any items are missing or damaged, contact your sales representative or Cobalt Digital Inc. directly.

Working wi th Fiber Optic Connectors

Keep the following in mind when working with fiber optic connectors:

• Every time you are required to insert a connector into a device or mating sleeve, you must

clean the connector. All exposed surfaces of the ceramic ferrule must be clean. Follow your facility practices of cleaning fiber optic connectors.

• Connectors must always be inserted into a device or have a dust cap on. Refer to Figure

2.1 for dust cap locations.

• A poor optical connection is often similar to a poor electrical connection. Try removing

the connector, cleaning, and re-inserting the connector. A bad connection can result in experiencing instability of signal, high loss, or a noisy signal.

Figure 2.1 Card Connectors with Dust Caps Installed

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Installing the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

This section outlines how to install a Rear Module in a 20-slot frame. However, the specific Rear Module you need to install depends on your application.

Caution — Never attempt to look down the barrel of a connected fiber or device

transmitting an optical signal. The transmitted light is not in the visible spectrum and may cause permanent eye damage. Turn off all laser sources before disconnecting devices.

Rear Modules for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

The Rear Module for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO depends on the openGear frame you are installing the card into.

• 9211-OE — The RM20-9211-B Full Rear Module or the RM20-9211-B/S Split Rear

Module can be used. Note that the available cable designations differ between the type of module used. Refer to the section “9211-OE Cabling Overview” for details.

• 9212-EO — The R2-6602 Full Rear Module or the RM20-2121-B Split Rear Module can

be used. Note that the available cable designations differ between the type of module used. Refer to the section “9212-EO Cabling Overview” for details.

Installing a Rear Module

If the Rear Module is already installed, proceed to the section “Installing the 9211-OE and 9212- EO”.

Use the following procedure to install a Rear Module in your 8321 series frame:

1. Locate the card frame slots on the rear of the frame.

2. Remove the Blank Plate from the slot you have chosen for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

installation. If there is no Blank Plate installed, proceed to the next step.

3. Remove the dust cap from the Fiber ports on the Rear Module that faces the interior of

the frame. Refer to Figure 2.1 and Figure 2.2 for dust cap locations.

Figure 2.2 Card Connectors Connectors with Dust Caps Removed

4. Install the bottom of the Rear Module in the Module Seating Slot at the base of the

frame’s back plane.

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5. Align the top hole of the Rear Module with the screw on the top-edge of the frame back plane.

6. Using a Phillips screwdriver and the supplied screw, fasten the Rear Module to the back

plane of the frame. Do not over tighten.

7. Ensure proper frame cooling and ventilation by having all rear frame slots covered with

Rear Modules or Blank Plates.

This completes the procedure for installing a Rear Module in your 8321 series frame.

Installing the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

Use the following procedure to install the 9211-OE or 9212-EO in a 20-slot frame:

1. Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure “Installing a Rear Module”.

2. Ensure that the Rear Module is one of the required rear modules for the 9211-OE or

9212-EO. You must use either a Full Rear Module or a Split Rear Module.

3. Remove the dust caps from the Fiber 1 oort connector on the card end.

• Refer to Figure 2.1 and Figure 2.3 for connector location.

• Refer to the section “Important Laser Safety Measures and Notices”at the

beginning of this manual for safety information when handling fiber optic components.

Figure 2.3 Card Connectors with Dust Caps Removed

4. Ensure that the exposed surface of the ceramic ferrule of the connectors is clean. Refer to

the section “Working with Fiber Optic Connectors” for cleaning tips.

5. Hold the card by the edges and carefully align the card-edges with the slots in the frame.

6. Fully insert the card into the frame until the rear connection plus is properly seated in the

Rear Module. You will feel a click when the card mates onto the rear module.

7. Affix the supplied Rear Module Label, as per the included instructions, to the BNC area

of the Rear Module.

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8. Remove the dust cap from the Fiber 1 port (the topmost fiber optic port) on the Rear

Module that faces the exterior of the frame. This is the port that you will insert your Fiber optic cable into.

9. Ensure the ceramic ferrule of each connector is clean..

10. Cable your rear module as outlined in the section “Cabling for the 9211-OE and 9212-

EO”.

This completes the procedure for installing the 9211-OE or 9212-EO in a 20-slot frame.

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Cabling for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

This section provides information for connecting cables to the installed Rear Modules on a 20-slot frame. Connect the input and output cables according to the following sections.

The optical connector used to mate the card to the rear module is designed for blind mate optical connections. All fiber interfaces are single mode fibers.

Notice — Every time you are required to insert a connector into a device, or mating

sleeve, you must clean the connector. All exposed surfaces of the ceramic ferrule must be clean. Follow your facility practices of cleaning fiber optic connectors.

Connectors must always be inserted into a device or have a dust cap on.

9211-OE Cabling Overview

In a 20-slot frame, the 9211-OE is used with the following Rear Modules:

• RM20-9211-B Full Rear Module — Each 9211-OE occupies two slots and provides an

optical input, and six SDI outputs. Refer to Figure 2.5.

• RM20-9211-B/S Split Rear Module — Each 9211-OE occupies one slot and provides one

optical input, and three SDI outputs. Refer to Figure 2.6.

Figure 2.5 Cable Connections for the RM20-

9211-B Rear Module

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Figure 2.6 Cable Connections for the RM20-

9211-B/S Rear Module

9212-EO Cabling Overview

In 20-slot frames, the 9212-EO is used with the following Rear Modules:

• R2-6602 Full Rear Module — Each 9212-EO occupies two slots and provides an optical

output, an SDI input, and five SDI outputs. Refer to Figure 2.7.

• RM20-2121-B Split Rear Module — Each 9212-EO occupies one slot and provides one

optical output, one SDI input, and two SDI outputs. Refer to Figure 2.8.

Figure 2.7 Cable Connections for the R2-6602

Rear Module

Figure 2.8 Cable Connections for the RM20-

2121-B Rear Module

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Software Upgrades for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

This section provides instructions for installing a license key and upgrading the software for your 9211-OE and 9212-EO using the DashBoard Control System™.

Use the following procedure to upload software to the 9211-OE and 9212-EO:

1. Contact Technical Support for the latest software version file.

2. In DashBoard, display the Device tab of the 9211-OE and 9212-EO by double-clicking its

status indicator in the Basic Tree View.

3. From the Device tab, click Upload to display the Select File for upload dialog box.

4. Navigate to the *.bin upload file you wish to upload. DashBoard automatically selects the

last directory that you loaded from.

5. Click Open to display a confirmation dialog box. This dialog box displays the selected

upload file name, type, size, and the file creation date.

6. From the Confirmation dialog box, select one of the following:

• Cancel — Select this option to cancel the upload of the file and return to the Device

View.

• Continue — Select this option to upload the file. While uploading, an Uploading

Progress dialog box opens.

Important — Pressing the Cancel button while uploading will leave the card in an invalid

state. Do not click Cancel unless the uploading progress has stopped completely for 60 seconds or more. If upload fails, repeat the upload process from DashBoard. If the upload process fails again, refer to the section “Bootload Button” on page 6-2.

7. Monitor the upgrade progress bar displayed in DashBoard while the software is upgraded

on your 9211-OE and 9212-EO.

8. To complete the upgrade process, you must reboot the card as follows:

• The reboot process takes up to 30 seconds.

Note — The communications processor of the 9211-OE and 9212-EO requires

approximately 30 seconds to re-start and re-establish network communications.

• The 9211-OE and 9212-EO automatically saves all your settings before starting the

reboot process.

• The reboot process is complete once the status indicators for the Card State and

Connection return to their previous status.

This completes the procedure to upload software to the 9211-OE and 9212-EO.

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User Controls

In This Chapter

This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on the 9211-OE and 9212EO.

The following topics are discussed:

• Card Overview

• Control and Monitoring Featur es

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Card Overview

This section provides a general overview of the 9211-OE and 9212-EO components. For information on the LEDs available on the card-edge, refer to the section “Control and

Monitoring Features”.

Figure 3.1 9211-OE and 9212-EO — Components

1) Rx Power LEDs - Channel A

2) Card Cont rol (JP1)

3) Los s of Signal - Channel A (JP2) 7) Los s of Signal - Channel B (JP4)

4) B ypas s EQ Mode - Channel A (JP3) 8) B ypas s EQ Mode - Channel B (JP5)

5) S el ect Switch - Channel A (SW1) 9) S el ect Switch - Channel B (SW2)

6) Rx Power LEDs - Channel B

1. Rx Power LEDs

In this area of the 9211-OE, five LEDs are available to indicate the input optical power as detected by the optical module. Refer to the section “Rx Power LEDs on the 9211-OE” for details.

2. Error! Reference source not found.

Use JP1 to select whether the card is remotely configured (for example, via DashBoard or SNMP). You can select one of the following options:

• REMOTE — This option enables the remote configuration. All parameters may be

configured remotely. Data rate selection can also be configured locally using SW1, however, the jumper settings (JP2 and JP3) are ignored.

• LOCAL — This option disables the remote configuration. The card can only be

configured using the card-edge controls (SW1, JP2, and JP3). This option is useful to lock out remote configuration changes. This is the default setting.

Note — The card status and configuration can still be monitored remotely when JP1 is

set to LOCAL.

10) B ootload Button (SW3 )

11) Fiber Optic Connector

3. Error! Reference source not found.

Use JP2 to determine the card behavior on a loss of input. Note that the JP2 setting is only used when JP1 is set to LOCAL. You can select one of the following options:

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• MUTE — This option mutes the card outputs when the input equalizer is unable to detect

a valid input signal, or when the reclocker is unable to lock to the input.

• NO MUTE — This option does not mute the card outputs on loss of input or lock. This is

the default setting.

4. Error! Reference source not found.

Use JP3 to determine the equalizer behavior when the Reclocker Rate is set to BYPASS (using SW1). This jumper is only implemented for the 9212-EO. You can select one of the following:

• EQ — This option enables the input cable equalizer.

• NO EQ — This option disables the equalizer when the Reclocker Rate is set to BYPASS.

This option allows the card to pass signals that are outside the response band of the equalizer reclocking, such as 143MHz. This is useful for non-SMPTE data rates.

5. Error! Reference source not found.

Use SW1 to set the reclocking rate of the card. Pressing SW1 cycles through the following options:

• AUTO — This option enables automatic rate detection on the card. It will automatically

lock to input at any supported data rate (270Mbps, 1.5Gbps, or 3Gbps).

• BYPASS — This option enables the card to pass any data rate without reclocking. The

output is set to the HD slew rate except when the input is a valid SD data rate (270Mbps).

• 270M — This option configures the card to reclock at a rate of 270Mbps (SD).

• 1G5 — This configures the card to reclock at a rate of 1.5Gbps (HD).

• 3G — This configures the card to reclock at a rate of 3Gbps (HD).

6. Error! Reference source not found.

SW3 is used for factory service in the unlikely event of a complete card failure. The Bootload

process is further described in the section “Bootload Button”.

7. Error! Reference source not found.

The 9211-OE and 9212-EO use a blind mate LC/UPC connector to interface with the Rear Modules. The rear module remains passive, while allowing for the 9211-OE or 9212-EO to be replaced without the need to remove any connected BNC or fiber optic cables. The blind mate connector is connected to the optical module via a single mode LC/UPC pigtail.

The fiber optic connector for the card includes a dust cap. The dust cap must stay on at all times when the card is not installed in a frame. Ensure to keep the fibers end face clean and use the caps to protect the fiber from scratches and collecting dust.

For More Information...

• on the LEDs available on the card-edge, refer to the section “Control and Monitoring

Features”.

• on the LED behavior when using the Reclocker Rate Selection feature, refer to the section

“Reclocker Rate Selection LEDs”.

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• on the available DashBoard menus, refer to the section “DashBoard Menus for the 9211-

OE and 9212-EO”.

• on laser safety and important notices, refer to the section “Important Laser Safety

Measures and Notices” at the beginning of this manual.

• on using fiber optic connectors, refer to the section “Working with Fiber Optic

Connectors”.

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Control and Monitoring Features

This section provides information on the jumpers, buttons and LEDs for the 9211-OE and 9212EO. Refer to Figure 3.2 for the location of the LEDs. For information on the Rx Power LEDs, refer to the section “Card Overview”.

Figure 3.2 9211-OE and 9212-EO Card-edge Controls

Status and Selection LEDs on the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

The front-edge of the 9211-OE and 9212-EO have LED indicators for alarms, and communication activity. Basic LED displays and descriptions are provided Table 3.1.

Table 3.1 LEDs on the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

LED Color Display and Description

When lit green, this LED indicates that the card is functioning normal and that no anomalies have been detected.

When flashing green, this LED indicates that the bootloader is currently running.

When lit red, this LED indicates that the card is powering on or there is a fault condition.

PWR

Green

Flashing Green

Yellow When lit yellow, this LED indicates that the CPU is booting.

Red

Off When unlit, this LED indicates a lack of power to the card.

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LED Color Display and Description

Green When lit, this LED indicates that a valid input signal is present.

OK/ERROR

Red When lit red, this LED indicates a valid input signal is not present.

LOCK

AUTO

MANUAL

BYPASS

OTHER

270

Green

When lit green, this LED indicates that the reclocker is locked to the input signal.

When lit red, this LED indicates that the reclocker is unable to lock

Red

to the input. This typically indicates that the input data rate is different from the configured reclocking rate, or that the input is an unsupported data rate.

Off When unlit, this LED indicates that the reclockers is set to Bypass.

When lit, this LED indicates that the reclocker is configured to lock

Yellow

to any supported input data rate, using an automatic rate detection scheme.

When lit, this LED indicates that the reclocker is configured to a

Yellow

fixed data rate or to Bypass. When configured to a fixed data rate, automatic data rate detection is disabled.

Yellow

When lit, this LED indicates that the reclocker is manually configured to Bypass. The card output is not reclocked.

Yellow This LED is not implemented.

When lit, this LED indicates that the reclocker is set to a fixed rate

Yellow

of 270Mbps (SD) or is configured in Auto mode and is locked to a 270Mbps SD signal.

1G5

FIBER TX

OK/ERROR

Yellow

Green

Red

This LED only applies to the 9212-EO.

When lit, this LED indicates that the reclocker is set to a fixed rate of 1.5Gbps (HD), or is configured in Auto mode and is locked to a

1.5Gbps HD signal. When lit, this LED indicates that the reclocker is set to a fixed rate

of 3Gbps (HD), or is configured in Auto mode and is locked to a 3Gbps HD signal.

When lit green, this LED indicates that the Fiber Tx signal is functioning normal and that no anomalies have been detected.

hen lit red, this LED indicates that there is a fault condition with

he Fiber Tx signal .

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Rx Power LEDs on the 9211-OE

Table 3.2 provides information on the Rx Power LEDs located on the 9211-OE. These LEDs indicate the input optical power as reported by the card optical module.

Table 3.2 Rx Power LEDs on the 9211-OE

Rx Power LEDs

-6 -9 -12 -15 -18

= Illuminated LED

Description

The input optical power is greater than -6dBm

The input optical power is between -6dBm and -9dBm

The input optical power is between -9dBm and -12dBm

The input optical power is between -12dBm and -15dBm

The input optical power is between -15dBm and -18dBm

The input optical power is less than -18dBm

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Reclocker Rate Selection LEDs

Table 3.3 provides information on the Reclocker Rate Selections (SW1 or SW2) and LED functions.

Table 3.3 Card Reclocker Rate Selection Button and LED Functions

Date Rate LED Displays

AUTO MANUAL BYPASS 270M 1G5 3G

Description

Auto mode, card searching for valid rate

Auto mode, card detects and reclocks rate of 270Mbps

Auto mode, card detects and reclocks rate of

1.5Gbps Auto mode, card detects and reclocks rate of

3Gbps

Card is configur ed for Bypass mode

Card is set to reclock 270Mbps

Card is set to reclock 1.5Gbps

= Illuminated LED

Card is set to reclock 3Gbps

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Menus

In This Chapter

This chapter provides a summary of the menus available for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO.

The following topics are discussed:

• SNMP Monitoring and Control

• DashBoard Menus for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

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SNMP Monitoring and Control

The Network Controller Card in the 8321 series frame provides optional support for remote monitoring of your frame and using the Simple Network M anagement Protocol (SNMP), which is compatible with many third-party monitoring and control tools.

Refer to your 9211-OE and 9212-EO Management Information Base (MIB) files for a breakdown of SNMP controls on the cards. Refer to the MFC-8300 Series User Manual for additional information on SNMP Monitoring and Control.

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DashBoard Menus for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO

The DashBoard Control System™ enables you to monitor and control openGear frames and cards from a computer. DashBoard communicates with other cards in a 20-slot frame through the Network Controller Card. This section briefly summarizes the menus, items, and parameters available from the DashBoard Control System™ for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO. Default values are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Status Tab

Table 4.1 summarizes the Status tab parameters available in DashBoard. The Status tabs provide read-only information such as software revision issue, hardware status, and power consumption.

Table 4.1. Status Menu Funct i ons

Menu Item Parameters Description

Product (Readonly)

Hardware (Readonly)

Product

Supplier Cobalt Digital Inc. Board Rev ## Board S/N ###### Indicates the card serial number Software Rev ##.## Indicates the software version

HW Status

9211-OE or 9212-EO

OK FPGA load invalid Incomp I/O Module Current out of spec Internal Error SFP Temp Low SFP Temp High SFP Power High SFP Power Low SFP Tx Fault

Indicates the status of the hardware including the SFP module. Some messages displayed are dependent on the settings in the Alarms Enable tab.

SFP Not Detected Voltage (mV) # Supply Voltage Current (mA) # Current c onsumption of card

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Menu Item Parameters Description

Hardware (Readonly)

14.4

Rear Module

15.4

Optical Module Temperature (C)

Optical Tx Wavelength (nm

CPU Headroom # Processing power available RAM Available #/## On-board processing memory available

Uptime (h) #

Configuration Bank # Storage count

Channel Status

# Available for the 9212-EO only.

OK No Input Reclocker unlocked SFP Hi Temp SFP Lo Temp SFP Hi Power

Indicates a Full Rear Module is installed

Indicates a Split Rear Module is installed

Displays the number of hours since the last reboot of the card

Indicates when the channel is functioning normally or if anomalies are detected

Signal (Readonly)

SDI Input

SDI Output

SFP Tx Fault SFP Not Detected No Signal Signal Present

(BNC) Signal Present

(Fiber) Locked - # Undefined Rate Bypass Reclocking No Signal No Signal (muted) Unlocked Unlocked (muted)

Indicates when the SDI Input is present or if anomalies are detected

Indicates the status of the SDI Output

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Menu Item Parameters Description

No Signal

Temp High

Temp Low

Rx Power High

Signal (Readonly)

Optical Module Status

Tx Power High

Rx Power Low

Tx Power Low

Tx Fault

Tx Disabled

Not Detected

Indicates the status of the card Optical

Module

Optical Rx Power (dBm)

Optical Tx Power (dBm)

Indicates the power consumption of the Optical Module. This value is accurate to ±3dB. ( 9211-OE only)

Indicates the power consumption of the Optical Module. (9212-EO only)

Setup Menus

Table 4.2 summarizes the Setup Menu options available in DashBoard.

Table 4.2 Setup Menu Items

Menu Item Parameters Description

The card automatically detects the incoming data rate

The card does not reclock the input The reclocker is set to 270Mbps

The equalizer is always enabled

The equalizer is disabled when the card is in Bypass Mode

Setup

Reclock Rate

Enable Equalizer

Auto

Bypass 270 Mbps

1.5 Gbps The reclocker is set to 1.5Gbps 3 Gbps The reclocker is set to 3Gbps Checkbox is

selected* Checkbox is

unselected

Checkbox is

Mute on Loss of Input

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selected* Checkbox is

unselected

The output is muted on loss of input

The output is not muted on loss of input

Menu Item Parameters Description

All configurable menu options are editable

All configuratio n menu options, except this one, are locked an are read-only

Edit Permission

Unlocked*

Locked

Setup

JP1 is set to LOCAL and all

Factory Defaults Reset

Local Only

Reset

configuration parameters, including this one, are locked and read-only

Resets all the settings

Alarms Menus

Table 4.3 summarizes the Alarms Menu options available in DashBoard.

Table 4.3 Alarms Menu Items

Menu Item Parameters Description

HW Status field reports when the power consumption of the SFP module is not in range (high/low)

Disables this alarm

HW Status field reports when the temperature of the SFP module is not in range (high/low)

Disables this alarm

Optical Module Alarms

Alarm on Abnormal Power

Alarm on Abnormal Temperature

Checkbox is selected

Checkbox is unselected

Checkbox is selected

Checkbox is unselected

Checkbox is

Channel A

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Alarm on Loss of Input

selected Checkbox is

unselected

Signal Status field reports a loss of input for the specified channel

Disables this alarm

Specifications

In This Chapter

This chapter includes the technical specifications for the 9211-OE and 9212-EO. Note that specifications are subject to change without notice.

The following topics are discussed:

• 9211-OE Technical Specifications

• 9212-EO Technical Specifications

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9211-OE Technical Specifications

This section provides the technical specifications for the 9211-OE.

Table 5.1 9211-OE Technical Specif i cations

Category Parameter Specification

Optical Input

SDI Outputs

Number of Inputs SMPTE Standards Accommodated

SMPTE 259M-C, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE

424M Operating Wavelength Range 1210nm to 1600nm Input Power Operating Range

(Color Bars) Input Power Operating Range

(Pathological)

-3dBm to -18dBm @ 2.97Gbps

-3dBm to -19dBm @ 270Mbps and 1.5Gbps

-3dBm to -17dBm @ 2.97Gbps

-3dBm to -18dBm @ 270Mbps and 1.5Gbps

Receiver Overload At values above -3dB Connector Type Single Mode, LC/UPC

Number of Outputs SMPTE Standards

Accommodated

Full Rear Module: 6

Split Rear Module: 3

SMPTE 259M-C, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE

424M Impedance 75ohm

Return Loss

>15dB to 1.485GHz

>10dB from 1.485GHz to 2.97GHz Signal Level 800mV ±10% DC Offset 0Volts ±50mV

Rise and Fall Time (20-80%)

700ps. Typical (270Mbps)

120ps. Typical (1.485Gbps, 2.97Gbps) Overshoot <10% Connector Type BNC

Environmental Power

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Operating Range 0°C to 40°C Power Consumption <4W

9212-EO Technical Specifications

This section provides the technical specifications for the 9212-EO.

Table 2. 9212-EO Technical Specifications

Category Parameter Specification

Optical Outputs

SDI Inputs

SDI Outputs

Number of Outputs SMPTE Standards Accommodated

SMPTE 259M-C, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE

424M Nominal Wavelength 1310nm Output Power -7dBm to -2dBm Connector Type Single Mode, LC/UPC

Number of Inputs SMPTE Standards Accommodated

SMPTE 259M-C, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE

424M Impedance 75ohm terminating

Return Loss

>15dB to 1.485GHz

>10dB from 1.485GHz to 2.97GHz

> 300m of Belden 1694A cable @ 270Mbps Cable Length with Equalizer

> 120m of Belden 1694A cable @ 1.485Gbps

> 80m of Belden 1694A cable @ 2.97Gbps Connector Type BNC

Number of Outputs SMPTE Standards

Accommodated

Full Rear Module: 5

Split Rear Module: 2

SMPTE 259M-C, SMPTE 292M, SMPTE

424M Impedance 75ohm

Return Loss

>15dB to 1.485GHz

>10dB 1.485GHz to 2.97GHz Signal Level 800mV ±10% DC Offset 0V ±50mV

Rise and Fall Time (20-80%)

700ps. Typical (270Mbps)

120ps. Typical (1.485Gbps, 2.97Gbps) Overshoot <10%

Connector Type BNC

Environment Power

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Operating Range 0°C to 40°C Power Consumption <4W

Service Information

In This Chapter

This chapter contains the following sections:

• Troubleshooting Checklist

• Warranty and Repair Policy

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Troubleshooting Checklist

Routine maintenance to this openGear product is not required. In the event of problems with your 9211-OE or 9212-EO, the following basic troubleshooting checklist may help identify the source of the problem. If the module still does not appear to be working properly after checking all possible causes, please contact Technical Support at the numbers listed under the “Contact Us” section at the end of this manual.

1. Visual Review – Performing a quick visual check may reveal many problems, such

as connectors not properly seated or loose cables. Check the module, the frame, and any associated peripheral equipment for signs of trouble.

2. Power Check – Check the power indicator LED on the distribution frame front panel

for the presence of power. If the power LED is not illuminated, verify that the power cable is connected to a power source and that power is available at the power main. Confirm that the power supplies are fully seated in their slots. If the power LED is still not illuminated, replace the power supply with one that is verified to work.

3. Reseat the Card in the Frame – Eject the card and reinsert it in the frame.

4. Check Control Settings – Refer to the Installation and Operation sections of the

manual and verify all user-adjustable component settings.

5. Input Signal Status – Verify that source equipment is operating correctly and that a

valid signal is being supplied.

6. Output Signal Path – Verify that destination equipment is operating correctly and

receiving a valid signal.

7. Card Exchange – Exchanging a suspect card with a card that is known to be

working correctly is an efficient method for localizing problems to individual cards.

Bootload Button

In the unlikely event of a complete card failure, you may be instructed by a Technical Support specialist to perform a complete software reload on the 9211-OE or 9212-EO.

Use the following procedure to perform a software reload on the 9211-OE or 9212-EO:

1. Eject the card.

2. Press and hold the Bootload button, while re-inserting the card into the frame.

3. Release the button.

The PWR LED will flash GREEN while the card is waiting for a new software load. If a new software load is not sent to the card within 60 seconds, the card will attempt to

restart with the last operational software load.

Software can be uploaded to the 9211-OE or 9212-EO via DashBoard. Refer to your DashBoard Control System Software User Manual for further instructions.

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Warranty and Repair Policy

Cobalt Digital Inc. Limited Warranty

This product is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of five (5) years from the date of shipment to the original purchaser, except that 4000, 5000, 6000, 8000 series power supplies, and Dolby material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year.

Cobalt Digital Inc.'s (“Cobalt”) sole obligation under this warranty shall be limited to, at its option, (i) the repair or (ii) replacement of the product, and the determination of whether a defect is covered under this limited warranty shall be made at the sole discretion of Cobalt.

This limited warranty applies only to the original end-purchaser of the product, and is not assignable or transferrable therefrom. This warranty is limited to defects in material and workmanship, 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.

To facilitate the resolution of warranty related issues, Cobalt recommends registering the product by completing and returning a product registration form. In the event of a warrantable defect, the purchaser shall notify Cobalt with a description of the problem, and Cobalt shall provide the purchaser with a Return Material Authorization (“RMA”). For return, defective products should be double boxed, and sufficiently protected, in the original packaging, or equivalent, and shipped to the Cobalt Factory Service Center, postage prepaid and insured for the purchase price. The purchaser should include the RMA number, description of the problem encountered, date purchased, name of dealer purchased from, and serial number with the shipment.

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

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