Cobalt Digital COMPASS 9391 User Manual
9391-TCB
3G/HD/SD-SDI
Timecode Burn-In Inserter
Product Manual
Cobalt Digital Inc.
2406 E. University Ave.
Urbana, IL 61802
Voice 217.344.1243 • Fax 217.344.1245
www.cobaltdigital.com
9391-TCB-OM (V1.3)
Copyright
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Reproduction or reverse engineering of software used in this device is prohibited.
Disclaimer
The information in this document has been carefully examined and is believed to be entirely reliable. However, no responsibility
is assumed for inaccuracies. Furthermore, C obalt Digit al Inc. res erves the right to ma ke changes to any pro ducts herein to improve
readability, function, or design. Cobalt Digital Inc. does not assume any liability arising out of the application or use of any
product or circuit described herein.
Trademark Information
Cobalt® is a registered trademark of Cobalt Digital Inc.
FUSION3G
openGear
®
and COMPASS® are a registered trademarks of Cobalt Digital Inc.
®
is a registered trademark of Ross Video Limited. DashBoard™ is a trademark of Ross Video Limited.
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9391-TCB 3G/HD/SD-S DI Timecode Burn-In In sert er. The 9391 is part of a
Manual No.: 9391-TCB-OM
Document Version: V1.3
Release Date: December 23, 2013
Applicable for card
13
firmware version:
(or greater)
Description of
product/manual
changes:
- Revise manual to reflect product functional changes of latest firmware
release (including full SMPTE embedded timecode insertion/burn-in
controls). Refer to Support > Firmware Downloads link at
www.cobaltdigital.com for latest firmware and corresponding functional
description changes and additions.
9391-TCB-OM (V1.3)
Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Overview ................................................................................................................ 1-1
9391 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
9391 Functional Description .................................................................................. 1-5
User Control Interface ................................................................................ 1-9
9391 Rear Modules................................................................................... 1-11
Technical Specifications....................................................................................... 1-11
Warranty and Service Information ....................................................................... 1-13
Cobalt Digital Inc. Limited Warranty....................................................... 1-13
Contact Cobalt Digital Inc.................................................................................... 1-14
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Overview ................................................................................................................ 2-1
Installing the 9391 Into a Frame Slot ..................................................................... 2-1
Installing a Rear Module ........................................................................................ 2-3
9391 Rear Modules..................................................................................... 2-4
Connecting To 3-Wire Phoenix Terminal Connectors........................................... 2-5
Setting Up 9391 Network Remote Control ............................................................ 2-6
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Chapter 3 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Overview................................................................................................................. 3-1
Control and Display Descriptions........................................................................... 3-1
Function Submenu/Parameter Submenu Overview .................................... 3-2
9391 Card Edge Controls, Indicators, and Display..................................... 3-3
DashBoard™ User Interface ....................................................................... 3-4
Accessing the 9391 Card via Remote Control........................................................ 3-5
Accessing the 9391 Card Using DashBoard™ ........................................... 3-5
Checking Card Information..................................................................................... 3-7
9391 Function Submenu List and Descriptions...................................................... 3-8
Video Path Controls ................................................................................... 3-9
Reference Select Control .......................................................................... 3-16
LTC Port Configuration Controls ............................................................ 3-17
SDI Output Map Control .......................................................................... 3-17
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................... 3-18
Error and Failure Indicator Overview....................................................... 3-18
Basic Troubleshooting Checks.................................................................. 3-22
9391 Processing Error Troubleshooting.................................................... 3-22
Troubleshooting Network/Remote Control Errors.................................... 3-24
In Case of Problems .................................................................................. 3-24
ii 9391-TC B PROD UCT MANU AL 9391-TCB-OM (V1.3)
Overview
Chapter 1
Chapter 1 Introduction
This manual provides i nstallati on and opera ting instr uctions for the 9391-TCB
3G/HD/SD-SDI Time code Burn-I n Inserte r card (al so referre d to herein as the
9391).
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
9391.
• Chapter "Installation and Setup" – Provides instructions for
installing the 9391 in a frame, and optionally installing 9391 Rear
Modules.
• Chapter "Operating Instructions" – Provides overviews of
operating controls and instructions for using the 9391.
This chapter contains the following information:
• 9391 Card Software Versions and this Manual (p. 1-2)
• Manual Conventions (p. 1-3)
• Safety Summary (p. 1-4)
• 9391 Functional Description (p. 1-5)
• Technical Spe cification s (p. 1-11)
• Warranty and Service Information (p. 1-13)
• Contact Cobalt Digital Inc. ( p. 1-14)
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1 9391 Card Software Versions and this Manual
9391 Card Software Versions and this Manual
When applicable, Cobalt Digital Inc. provides for continual product
enhancements through software updates. As such, functions described in this
manual may pertain specifically to cards loaded with a particular software
build.
The Software Version of your card can be checked by viewing the Ca r d I n fo
menu in DashBoard™. See Checking Car d I nfo rmat ion (p. 3-7) in Chapter 3,
“Operating Instructi ons” for mor e information. You can then ch eck our
website for the latest 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 Do wnloads link at
www.cobaltdigital.com. Download “Firmware Update
Guide”, which provides simple instructions for
downloading the latest firmware for your card onto your
computer, and then uploading it to your card through
DashBoard™.
Software updates are field-installed with out an y
need to remove the card from its frame.
A new manual is expediently released whenever a
card’s software is updated and specifications
and/or functionality have changed as compared to
an earlier version (a new manual is not necessarily
released if specifications and/or functionality have not
changed). A manual earlier than a card’s softw a re
version may not completely or accurately describe all
functions available for your card.
If your card shows features not described in this
manual, you can check for the latest manual (if
applicable) and download it by going to the card’s web
page on www.cobaltdigital.com.
Cobalt Reference Guides
From the Cobalt® web home page, go to Support>Referen ce Docum ents for
easy to use guides covering network remote control, card firmware updates,
example card processing UI setups and other topics.
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Introduction Manual Conventions
Manual Conventions
In this manual, display messages and connectors are shown using the exact
name shown on the 9391 itself. Examples are provided below.
• Connector names are shown like this: SDI IN A
In this manual, the terms below are applicable as follows:
• 9391 refers to the 9391-TCB 3G/HD/SD-SDI Timecode Burn-In
Inserter card.
Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Certain items in this manual are highlighted by special messages. The
definitions are provided bel ow.
Warnings
• Frame refers to the HPF-9000 (or similar) 20-slot frame that houses
the Cobalt
• Device and/or Card refers to a COMPASS
®
COMPASS® and/or FUSION3G® cards.
®
and/or FUSION3G®
card.
• System and/or Video System refers to the mix of interconnected
production and terminal equipment in which the 9391 and other
COMPASS
• Functions and/or features that are available only as an option are
®
and/or FUSION3G® cards operate.
denoted in th is manual like this:
Not all options are covered in this manual. In these cases, Manual
Supplement(s) for the option(s) ordered have been included in the
binder containing this manual.
Warning messages indicate a possible hazard which, if not avoided, could
result in pe rsonal injury or death.
Cautions
Caution messages indicate a problem or incorrect practice which, if not
avoided, could result in improper operation or damage to the product.
Notes
Notes provide supplemental information to the accompanying text. Notes
typically precede the text to which they apply.
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1 Safety Summary
Labeling Symbol Definitions
Attention, consult accompanying documents.
Electronic device or as sembly is susceptible to damage from an ESD event.
Handle only using appropriate ESD prevention practices.
If ESD wrist strap is not available, handle card only by edges and avoid contact
with any connectors or components.
Symbol (WEEE 2002/96/EC)
For product disposal, ensure the following:
• Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste.
• Collect this product separately.
• Use collection and return systems available to you.
Safety Summary
Warnings
! WARNING !
Cautions
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
T o redu ce risk of electr ic shock do not remove line voltage service barrier cover on frame
equipment containing an AC power supply. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This device is intended for environmentally controlled use only in appropriate video
terminal equipment operating environments.
This product is intended to be a component product of an openGear®compatible frame.
Refer to the frame Product Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper
installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component products.
Heat and power distribution requirements within a frame may dictate specific slot
placement of cards. Cards with many heat-producing components should be arranged to
avoid areas of excess heat build-up, particularly in frames using only convection cooling.
The 9391 has a high power dissipation (<25 W max.). As such, avoiding placing the card
adjacent to other cards with similar dissipation values if possible.
If required, make certain Rear Module(s) is installed before installing the 9391 into the
frame slot. Damage to card and/or Rear Module can occur if module installation is
attempted with card already installed in slot.
If card resists fully engaging in Rear Module mating connector, check for alignment and
proper insertion in slot tracks. Damage to card and/or Rear Module may occur if improper
card insertion is attempted.
Restore entire page from rgl
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Introduction 9391 Functional Description
9391 Functional Description
(See Figure 1-1.) The 9391 allows LTC timecode (received either as SMPTE
embedded timecode or on an RS-485 LTC input) to be burned onto the active
video area and outputted over output SDI. The card can also burn up to 16
characters of static text onto the program video path.
Note: “Video channel” or “video path” in the descriptions in this manual and on card
GUI controls refers to the video path accommodating the SDI input on the
card. This video channel has independent timecode, text, and flat-field controls as described in this manual. This video channel is eventually outputted
from the card via the output crosspoint.
A failover/manual select function provides for a user-selectable flat-field to
replace program video either as a manual selection or upon loss of input
video. The generated flat field can be timed to input video, or to a frame
reference signal. Timecode burn-in and text can be sized and positioned
anywhere in the active video area using easy-to-use positioning controls.
The 9391 also includes a 2x4 SDI output crosspoint, with processed
or reclocked
An RS-485 LTC input
SDI IN routable to up to four SDI outputs.
RS-485 LTC IN is received by the card for timecode
SDI OUT
burn-in on the SDI channel. (The LTC input received by the card must have
the customary zero-crossing associated with RS-485. If the LTC source is
offset above or below grou nd (0 V), the sources must be capa citi vely coup led
or passed through an analog audio DA that can restore zero-crossing.)
Reference Function
The 9391 uses a common reference for the SDI video channel, with the
reference being selectable from
frame references. This provides for proper rendering and switchover
transitions from program video to the flat-field generators as well as stable
output video.
Input Video, REF 1 , or REF 2 obtai ned from the
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1 9391 Functional Description
1
2
3
4
SDI OUT
Ident Text
Burn-In
3G/HD/SD
Output
Crosspoint
SDI Drivers/
RCK
Processed
9391BDV1.1LB67
Burn-In
Timecode
RS-485 LTC I/O
Control
Manual/
Failover
Insertion
PLL
Flat-Field
Generator
Select
Timing
EQ/Reclock
Frame Ref 1
Frame Ref 2
Input Video A
IN/OUT
SDI IN
3G/HD/SD
RS-485 LTC
Reference
Figure 1-1 9391 Functional Block Diagram
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Introduction 9391 Functional Description
Timecode Burn-In and SDI Output Insertion
(See Figure 1-2.) This fun ct ion provi de s for ext rac ti on of time code data fro m
the input video, and in turn re-insertion of timecode data into the output SDI.
The function can monitor the SDI video input of the card for supported
timecode formats and convert the timecode to either or both ATC_LTC or
ATC_VITC for HD, and ATC_VITC or VITC waveform (with selectable odd/
even field line number control) for SD inputs. VITC waveform received on
the frame reference can be used as a source for all supported video formats.
Priority can be set to choose a particular received timecode format among a ny
received.
The card can also can receive LTC timecode from either of two RS-485 ports
for insertion as SMPTE embedded timecode formats onto the output video as
described above. A free-run generator selection provides a self-generated
timecode that can also be s et a s a cou nt- down t imec ode , wit h selectable wrap
or halt upon reaching zero.
The timecode burn-in function allows input video SMPTE embedded or
RS-485 LTC as burn-in timecode in any of the following formats:
• seconds
• seconds : frame
• seconds : frame : field
Frame
Reference
SDI
Video
Input
RS-485 LTC IN
Note: In the above selections, hours : minutes are always present.
Ref VITC
Waveform
Detect/Extract
SDI VITC
Detect/Extract
SDI ATC_VITC
Detect/Extract
SDI ATC_LTC
Detect/Extract
Audio LTC
Select
The vertical/horizontal positioning and size of the timecode burn-in can be
user-configured.
HD/SD–SDI
SDI VITC
Timecode
Proc/Embed
Priority/
Select
Buffer/
Format
ATC_VITC
Timecode
Proc/Embed
ATC_LTC
Timecode
Proc/Embed
HD/SD–SDI
Video Output
Insert
Control
Line
Number
Control
RS-485 LTC OUT
Figure 1-2 Timecode Processor
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1 9391 Functional Description
Identification Text Burn-In
The text burn-in function allows up to 16 ASCII-character text to be burned
onto the output video. The text burn function, when enabled, burns the
entered text whether the card channel is passing input video or an internally
generated flat field. The vertical/horizontal positioning and size of the text
burn-in can be user-configured.
Flat-Field Generator
The flat-field generator is provided for the SDI channel as a choice for output
video. Either manually selected or via failover on loss of SDI input, the
generator is configurable to output a flat field, with nine choices of color
being user selectable.
Video Output Crosspoint
A 2x4 video output crosspoint allows processed SDI or reclocked input SDI
to be outputted to any of four SDI output BNC connectors.
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Introduction 9391 Functional Description
User Control Interface
Figure 1-3 shows the user control interface options for the 9391. These
interfaces 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
Computer
with NIC
or
DashBoard™ Remote Control
Using a computer with
DashBoard™ installed, 9391
card can be remotely controlled
over a LAN
Remote Control Panel
Using the Control Panel, 9391
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, 9391
card can be remotely controlled over
a LAN
Note: • To communicate with DashBoard™ or a Remote Control Panel, the frame must have a Network
Controller card installed.
• DashBoard™ and the Remote Control Panels provide network control of the 9391 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 DashBoard™ controls will change the setting displayed on both
DashBoard™ and a Control Panel; a change made using a Control Panel will similarly change the
setting displayed on the Control Panel and DashBoard™).
Figure 1-3 9391 User Control Interface
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1 9391 Functional Description
• DashBoard™ User Interfa ce – Using DashBoard™, the 9391 and
other cards installed in openGear®
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
and FUSION3G
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. 1-14).
®
cards using DashBoard™. (Cobalt® OGCP-9000 and
®
reference guide Remote Control
®
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 a nd al l ow 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 Technical Specifications
9391 Rear Modules
The 9391 physically inte rfaces to sy stem video and audio con necti ons using a
Rear Module.
All inputs and outputs shown in the bl ock diagr am (Figure 1-1) ente r and exit
the card via the card edge backplane connector. The Rear Module breaks out
the 9391 card edge connections to industry standard connections that
interface with other components and systems in the signal chain.
9391 Rear Modules are shown and described in Chapter 2, “Installation and
Setup”.
Technical Specifications
Table 1-1 lists the technical specifications for the 9391-TCB 3G/HD/SD-SDI
Timecode Burn-In Inserter card.
Table 1-1 Technical Specifica tions
Item Characteristic
Part number, nomenclature 9391-TCB 3G/HD/SD-SDI Timecode Burn-In Inserter
Installation/usage environment Intended for installation and usage in frame meeting openGear®
Power cons umption < 25 Watts
Environmental:
Operating temperature:
Relative humidity (operating or storage):
Frame communication 10/100 Mbps Ethernet with Auto-MD IX.
Standards supported 3G: SMPTE 425 level A and B
Internally generated flat-field formats
Note:Flat-field format is user-selectable using GUI
controls and independent of received (input video)
format
modular system definiti on.
32° – 104° F (0° – 40° C)
< 95%, non-condensing
1080p60, 1080p59.94, 1080p50
HD: 1080i60, 1080i59.94, 1080i50, 1080p29.97, 1080p25, 1080p24;
1080p23.98
720p60, 720p59.94, 720p50, 720p29.97, 720p25, 720p24,
720p23.98
SD: 486i59094, 576i50
3G: 1080p59.94, 1080p50
HD: 1080i59.94, 1080i50, 1080psf23.98
720p59.94, 720p50
SD: 525i59.94, 625i50
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